(2026-02-12). The Red Line Crisis: Iran, Trump, and Israel's High-Stakes Standoff. thinktank.pk Iran has made it absolutely clear that its ballistic missile capabilities are off limits in diplomatic negotiations — even as indirect talks with the United States and its allies resume in Oman and elsewhere. Iranian officials, including Ali Shamkhani, a senior adviser to Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, have repeatedly stated that Tehran's missile programme …
(2026-02-12). Trump says talks with Iran will continue to see whether deal can be consummated. independent.co.ug 
WASHINGTON | Xinhua | U.S. President Donald Trump said that U.S.-Iran talks will continue to see whether a deal can be consummated, shortly after his closed-door meeting with visiting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House on Wednesday. "I have just finished meeting with Prime Minister Netanyahu, of Israel, and various of his …
(2026-02-12). Iran's foreign minister on negotiations with U.S. workers.org 
The Islamic Republic News Agency released the following statement from an interview Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi did with Al Jazeera on Feb 7. Foreign Minister Araghchi said Iran's recent talks with Washington marked "a good starting point," but emphasized that there is still a long way ahead for confidence-building. . . . |
(2026-02-12). Pezeshkian says Iran not seeking nukes, blames West for 'wall of mistrust'. hindustantimes.com Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian used celebrations for the 47th anniversary of the Islamic Revolution to again insist Tehran is not seeking nuclear weapons, blasting what he called a "high wall of mistrust" built by the US and Europe. He said Iran is "prepared for any kind of verification" but will not "bow" to Western "excessive demands," tying stalled talks to Washington and European rhetoric. Pezeshkian also praised countries like the UAE, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and Egypt for pursuing diplomacy and trying to block "malicious plans" by Israel and the US. Watch for details…
(2026-02-12). Turkey Says US and Iran Show Flexibility as Nuclear Talks Regain Momentum. moderndiplomacy.eu The United States and Iran are displaying renewed flexibility in efforts to revive a nuclear agreement, Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan told the Financial Times in an interview published Thursday. Fidan, who has engaged with both Washington and Tehran, said the atmosphere surrounding negotiations appears more pragmatic than in recent months. According to Fidan, Washington …
(2026-02-12). Israeli rabbinical judge violated ethical guidelines with extremist remarks. haaretz.com Rabbinical Judge Avraham Zarbiv served as a bulldozer driver in Gaza and boasted about the destruction in the Strip. 'We have crushed them. There are tens of thousands of dead,' he said on live television. 'The dogs and the cats ate them because no one collected them'…
(2026-02-12). How the U.S. Weaponizes Starvation and Aid in Gaza & Cuba. portside.org How the U.S. Weaponizes Starvation and Aid in Gaza & Cuba |
(2026-02-12). Controversial US firm in Gaza aid scheme in talks for new role. newarab.com 
A US security firm that deployed armed veterans to guard Gaza aid sites is in talks with the
(2026-02-12). Israel's Wall of Apartheid. counterpunch.org 
It is because you are Palestinian." That was the rationale used by organizers of a major Christian mission conference in Ireland to explain why they were considering withdrawing their invitation for me to speak at their conference. Their concern was not due to any controversial things I had said or done. …Their hesitancy for me
(2026-02-12). Thursday 2/12: Webinar: Ramadan in Gaza: Food and Nourishment for Families. indybay.org Zoom | us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_lnzk……
(2026-02-12). PDF of February 12 print issue. workers.org 
Download the PDF WW Commentary What Trump's racist video reveals In the U.S. Houston students rally for kidnapped classmate More Epstein files released BAP boycott: U.S. & the World Cup Resistance to ICE grows Black History Month Reconstruction legacy Lessons for youth Can't erase struggles, past & present Tear down . . . |
(2026-02-12). Epstein Files Confirm Israeli Relationship. globalresearch.ca Update as of 12 February 2026, 12: 50 A.M. ET: | The article below reported that the number of Donald Trump mentions in the Epstein DOJ Files is 1,800. | That number was based on CNN early release information that has now proven …
(2026-02-12). Tommy Robinson accused of using AI for his Jerusalem Post article. thecanary.co 
It appears that The Jerusalem Post is allowing anyone to write for them nowadays. Stephen Yaxley-Lennon (a.k.a. Tommy Robinson) wrote an opinion piece for them on Wednesday 11 February entitled "Jeffrey Epstein and the system that protected him." After months of silence on the Files, he finally spoke out. But there's several issues surrounding this piece that […] | By
(2026-02-12). Bondi hearing exposes Epstein cover-up and secret "domestic terrorist" lists. wsws.org Trump's attorney general refused to answer virtually any questions related to the administration's ongoing cover-up of a multi-decade criminal conspiracy involving Jeffrey Epstein and powerful political and financial figures.
(2026-02-12). Epstein Files Expose Ugly Lifestyle of Powerful and Immunity They Enjoy. ummid.com Epstein files not only reveal an entrenched criminal network of perverted ruling elites and rotten capitalist socialites with an inhuman sexual appetite for young girls, but also expose their power, influence, and lack of accountability.
(2026-02-12). US lawmakers accuse Bondi of hiding names of Epstein associates. geo.tv 
US financier Jeffrey Epstein appears in a photograph taken for the New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services' sex offender registry March 28, 2017. — ReutersLawmakers frustrated with redactions in Epstein files.Justice Department says it has been transparent.Bondi defends…
(2026-02-12). Who is Marius Robert Fortelni, mentioned in the Epstein files. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – The name Marius Robert Fortelni has been trending on social media in the last couple of hours after being linked to Jeffrey Epstein, the American controversial sex offender. How is he?Rep. Anna Paulina Luna posted on her official X account that the U.S. Department of Justice shared a passport photo of Marius Robert Fortelni as part of the Epstein files. The passport belongs to the Republic of Austria.Who is Marius Robert Fortelni, mentioned in the Epstein files?: A passport belongs to Jeffrey Epstein, but with a fake name. (X/ @RepLuna)According to the American politician, Marius Robert Fortelni…
(2026-02-12). Pam Bondi lies to defend Trump's Epstein ties. thecanary.co 
US attorney general Pam Bondi may have walked herself into a sticky situation after declaring under oath to congress that there is: no evidence that Donald Trump has committed a crime. Pam Bondi: liar Ted Lieu instantly called this out as a lie under oath. Lieu is vice chair of the House Democratic Caucus and […] | By
(2026-02-12). Trump regime is monitoring lawmakers who view Epstein Files. thecanary.co 
As we've reported, the recently released Epstein Files have shone an unflattering light on many powerful people. President Donald Trump is among those exposed, which is why it was unsurprising to see so many unnecessary (and illegal) redactions in the released documents. Providing some additional transparency, members of congress have been given permission to view […] | By
(2026-02-12). Royals' charity reported for Epstein-linked donations. thecanary.co 
The 'Earthshot Prize' eco-charity set up by royal Prince William and David Attenborough has been reported to the Charity Commission for donations linked to serial child-rapist Jeffrey Epstein. The charity awards five prizes of £1m each to environmental projects each year. Emirati billionaire Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem's logistics company DP World is an Earthshot 'founding […] | By
(2026-02-12). Did Bondi Spy On Democrats' Search History Of Unredacted Epstein Files? Rep. Raskin Calls It 'Outrageous Abuse Of Power'. menafn.com (MENAFN – Live Mint) Rep. Pramila Jayapal of Washington, a prominent House Democrat, is alleging that Attorney General Pam Bondi spied on her online searches while she was reviewing documents …
(2026-02-12). Protests erupt in Melbourne as Israeli president Herzog wraps up visit to Australia. haaretz.com Around 100 people have gathered near a police barricade close to Herzog's major event with the Jewish community, chanting 'Israel is a terrorist state' and 'arrest Herzog now.' Signs at the protest included 'Herzog visited Epstein's Island' and an image of Anne Frank alongside Hind Rajab…
(2026-02-12). Inside the New Epstein Files: What the Unredacted Names Reveal About America's Ruling Class. scheerpost.com In this second installment of our weekly deep dive into the Epstein files, Robert Scheer and media scholar Nolan Higdon unpack a wave of newly unredacted documents that expose the scale—and the culture—of Epstein's elite network. In the last 24 hours alone, Congress forced the release of additional co‚Äëconspirator names, revealing ties that stretch from …
(2026-02-12). President Díaz-Canel Reports on Cuba's Plans and Readiness for Confronting US Oil Blockade. counterpunch.org 
The U.S. government's punitive executive order issued by President Trump on January 29 imposes tariffs on all countries shipping oil to Cuba. Already, little or no oil had been arriving in Cuba for several months, the result of a U.S. fleet patrolling in the Caribbean Sea. U.S. military attack on Venezuela on January 3, and
(2026-02-12). US Pushes Venezuela Oil Revival as It Challenges China's Role. moderndiplomacy.eu U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright visited Venezuela on Wednesday to push for expanded American investment in the country's energy sector, while raising concerns about the legitimacy of Chinese business deals in the OPEC nation. The trip represents the highest-level U.S. energy-focused visit to Caracas in nearly three decades. Wright met with interim President and …
(2026-02-12). US Energy Secretary Chris Wright touts oil production on Venezuela visit. aljazeera.com Democrats introduce legislation to force Donald Trump's administration to be transparent about Venezuelan oil sales.
(2026-02-12). President Díaz-Canel Reports on Cuba's Plans and Readiness for Confronting US Oil Blockade. counterpunch.org The U.S. government's punitive executive order issued by President Trump on January 29 imposes tariffs on all countries shipping oil to Cuba. Already, little or no oil had been arriving in Cuba for several months, the result of a U.S. fleet patrolling in the Caribbean Sea. U.S. military attack on Venezuela on January 3, and
(2026-02-12). The Second Trump Administration's Cuba Doctrine: Pressure Power Politics and Oil. moderndiplomacy.eu For three hours on January 28th, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio testified in front of the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations, responding to senators' crossfire questions ranging from drug-busting actions in the Caribbean Sea to the American military operation in Venezuela that captured Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores. However, an exchange between …
(2026-02-12). What Do Venezuela and Minnesota Have in Common. counterpunch.org 
President Donald Trump has begun to speak openly about placing the federal government in charge of overseeing elections in as many as 15 states where, he claims, corruption is rampant. What might Minnesota and Venezuela have in common under this framing? The answer points toward an emerging imperial logic of rule—one that increasingly displaces the
(2026-02-12). The Energy Paradox: America's Quest for Venezuelan Oil in a World China Is Electrifying. moderndiplomacy.eu The world faces an immediate strategic challenge because global energy demand currently rises at a faster rate than previously expected. The recent developments in Venezuela's oil exports, combined with China's changing energy consumption and the United States' renewed control of heavy crude from Caracas, all point to a fundamental transition in global energy distribution. The …
(2026-02-12). Amor por Cuba en jóvenes guineanos. radiohc.cu 
La ayuda médica cubana en el exterior también se presta en la formación de recursos humanos y hasta la fecha existen facultades de medicina en países como Angola, Bolivia, Eritrea, Gambia, Guinea Bissau, Guinea Ecuatorial, Guyana, Nicaragua, Tanzania, Timor Leste y Venezuela. | Desde 1960 hasta el 2018, se graduaron en Cuba, 35 787 profesionales de 141 países y se formaron en Guinea Bissau, Timor Leste, Venezuela, Haití, Nicaragua, Guyana y Angola, unos 41 497 médicos, de ellos 37 032 en pregrado y 4465 de posgrado. | Precisamente en Guinea Bissau, el inicio de la colaboración médica se marca en el 21 de octubre…
(2026-02-12). Ministro de las FAR reconoce labor de la televisión y la radio cubanas. radiohc.cu La destacada labor de la televisión y la radio nacionales en el apoyo y aseguramiento a las honras fúnebres de los combatientes cubanos caídos heroicamente en cumplimiento del deber, el pasado 3 de enero en Caracas, Venezuela, fue reconocida por el Ministerio las Fuerzas Armadas Revolucionarias (Minfar). | El Instituto de Información y Comunicación Social (ICS) recibió un diploma de reconocimiento firmado por el miembro del Buró Político del Partido Comunista de Cuba (PCC) y ministro de las FAR, general de Cuerpo de Ejército, àÅlvaro López Miera. | El miembro del Comité Central del PCC, general de División,…
(2026-02-12). Ministro de las FAR reconoce labor de la televisión y la radio cubanas. radiohc.cu La destacada labor de la televisión y la radio nacionales en el apoyo y aseguramiento a las honras fúnebres de los combatientes cubanos caídos heroicamente en cumplimiento del deber, el pasado 3 de enero en Caracas, Venezuela, fue reconocida por el Ministerio las Fuerzas Armadas Revolucionarias (Minfar). | El Instituto de Información y Comunicación Social (ICS) recibió un diploma de reconocimiento firmado por el miembro del Buró Político del Partido Comunista de Cuba (PCC) y ministro de las FAR, general de Cuerpo de Ejército, àÅlvaro López Miera. | El miembro del Comité Central del PCC, general de División,…
(2026-02-12). BRICS+ in the Global Trading System: a Look at Recent Projections. infobrics.org After the events of 2025 the first days of 2026 point to the likely persistence of elevated risks, fragmentation and volatility in the world economy…
(2026-02-12). Ryan Ruby: Wikipedia and the Novel. newleftreview.org Derogatory references to wiki-novels abound in contemporary literary criticism, as authors parade their characters' pseudo-erudition. But might these be signs of an iPhone era 'regime of perception'? Dazzling reconsideration of the relation between the novel and the encyclopaedia, from Sterne and Melville to Rachel Kushner and Sally Rooney.
(2026-02-12). ICE Out of Target: Why a Familiar Store Is at the Center of Nationwide Protests. ips-dc.org Across the country, people are beginning to ask a hard question: what does it mean to shop at a company that is cooperating with ICE and Border Patrol?
(2026-02-12). Tensions between Hungary and Ukraine could lead to a new regional conflict. strategic-culture.su The Kiev regime could face serious reprisals from Hungary due to recent provocations. | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | Tensions be…
(2026-02-12). Edward Said and the Task of the Intellectual Today. portside.org Edward Said and the Task of the Intellectual Today |
(2026-02-12). Minister meets various stakeholders to improve safety in WC communities. sanews.gov.za Minister meets various stakeholders to improve safety in WC communities | Acting Police Minister Firoz Cachalia has embarked on a series of engagements with a broad range of stakeholders to discuss policing challenges in the Western Cape and strengthen measures to improve safety in communities across the province. | "These engagements form part of the Minister's programme ahead of President Cyril Ramaphosa's State of the Nation Address (SONA) later this evening," the police said in a statement. | The Western Cape continues to be severely affected by persistent gang violence and organised crime, which have desta…
(2026-02-12). Ministry of Foreign Affairs bids farewell to distinguished staff. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Wednesday held a retirement ceremony at the Four Points by Sheraton Hotel in honor of ambassadors and senior officials whose decades of service have shaped Uganda's diplomatic presence across the globe. The permanent secretary, Bagiire Vincent Waiswa, paid tribute to the retirees on …
(2026-02-12). Japan's Elections, its impact on China, the "Liberal Democracy Myth," and a power in decline. uwidata.com 
By Oràßun Gà∂ktàºrk, President of the Turkish-Chinese Studies Center, from Beijing / China The elections in Japan have concluded. The Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) once again managed to remain at the center of the system and secured a victory that strengthened its power beyond expectations. The coalition led by the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) won …
(2026-02-12). Two children killed in drone strike on mosque in central Sudan: Doctors. aljazeera.com The Sudan Doctors Network said the deadly strike was carried out by the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces.
(2026-02-12). Iraq protests Turkish's FM over PKK remarks. newarab.com 
The The ministry
(2026-02-12). Protect Trans Futures demands 'Trans Health Care Shield'. workers.org 
Hundreds of trans people and their allies gathered at the Brewer Fountain on Boston Common and marched to the Massachusetts State House on Feb. 7 during a bitterly cold snowstorm. They were responding to Protect Trans Futures' (PTF) call to fight the Trump administration's bigoted attacks on their community's health . . . |
(2026-02-12). Could the US win a war with a near-peer adversary today? responsiblestatecraft.org "One should never assert a power that he cannot exert," said British statesman and wordsmith Winston Churchill. My hometown football coach expressed a similar thought: "The man with an alligator mouth and a hummingbird ass" would get more than his share of whippings.The U.S. military today has a hummingbird's ass. Despite decades of sky-high military spending, our force is incapable of defeating a peer or near-peer adversary in today's complex, dangerous world. If we continue on our alligator-mouth-sized trajectory, the consequences will be catastrophic.The gap is apparent in three critical requirements to wi…
(2026-02-12). WI Cuba Coalition: Assist Cuba NOW! End the U.S. Blockade! wibailoutpeople.org 
As you know, Trump & Rubio have sharply intensified the US economic blockade of Cuba, threatening any nation that supplies fuel to this island nation, resulting in lack of jet fuel effectively cancelling almost all tourism, as well as domestic transport, reliable hospital services and healthcare, etc. Please review 3 points below, and consider if you …
(2026-02-12). Birmingham NEC are hypocrites. If you're gonna peddle death, ____ing well own it. thecanary.co 
I'm still getting used to this life. Walking through Birmingham International train station at 8am on Wednesday 4 February to the NEC, sleep-deprived. A stranger clocks me. A double-take. I'm imagining things. Oh wait. No. He's following, phone raised, snapping pictures. Earpiece? Check. ID? None. A plain-clothes somebody, or nobody. We're expecting trouble later A […] | By
(2026-02-12). 6 Reasons Why The Doomsday Clock Is At 80-Year Low. ummid.com The famous Doomsday Clock was created in 1947, and reset every year by the Bulletin's Science and Security Board in consultation with the Board of Sponsors, including eight Nobel laureates.
(2026-02-12). More global airlines using province as MRO hub. ecns.cn A Boeing 787-8 operated by a Jordanian airline has become the latest widebody aircraft to undergo a full heavy maintenance check in South China's Hainan Free Trade Port, highlighting how tax breaks and streamlined customs are drawing foreign carriers to the fast-growing aircraft repair hub.
(2026-02-12). China Becomes Main Gateway for Foreign Cars Entering Sanctioned Russia. moderndiplomacy.eu After Russia's 2022 invasion of Ukraine, the European Union, United States, Japan and South Korea imposed sweeping sanctions restricting vehicle exports to Russia. Major global automakers pledged to halt shipments and wind down operations in the Russian market. Official sales of Western and Japanese brands dropped sharply as a result. However, new registration data reviewed …
(2026-02-12). WHYY Newscast for Thursday 11:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-02-12). Daily Horoscope, February 12: Expenses May Rise, Auspicious Opportunities Ahead. menafn.com (MENAFN – AsiaNet News) Today's Horoscope, Feb 12: Expenses may rise. Auspicious for new beginnings, business, good deeds, discussions, architecture, and dance. Check your zodiac predictions …
(2026-02-12). Thursday 2/26: Electroacoustic Performance and Artist Talk with the Whale Liberation Front. indybay.org Institute of the Arts and Sciences, 100 Panetta Avenue, Santa Cruz…
(2026-02-12). Munich Security Conference overshadowed by Transatlantic conflict. wsws.org This Friday, more than 60 heads of state and government, around 100 foreign and defence ministers, and numerous high-ranking military officials, politicians and foreign policy experts will gather for the 62nd Munich Security Conference.
(2026-02-12). Nic Johnson: What The Thunder Said. newleftreview.org Nic Johnson on Melinda Cooper, Counterrevolution. Neoliberalism as programme to head off the radical potential of the Keynesian state.
(2026-02-12). Australia's DV system is gaslighting male victims. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-02-12). Winter storms are dangerous, especially under capitalism. workers.org 
The latest figures reported by public health sources claim that over 153 people in the United States have died from the cold since Winter Storm Fern began in mid-January. Two-thirds of the country has been affected by the cold snap that stretched from the Texas border with Mexico to Canada. . . . |
(2026-02-12). Europe risks falling behind US and China, leaders warn at key summits. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- European leaders warned on Wednesday that the continent faces economic stagnation and strategic marginalization unless urgent reforms are implemented to boost growth, innovation, and competitiveness.French President Emmanuel Macron, speaking at the European Industrial Summit in Antwerp, called for streamlining regulations, deepening the single market, and prioritizing "Made in Europe" initiatives to secure supply chains.He urged massive joint investments in emerging sectors such as quantum computing, artificial intelligence, green technologies, and defense, stressing that without decisive action, Europe…
(2026-02-12). Government intensifies oversight of Midrand water supply interventions. sanews.gov.za Government intensifies oversight of Midrand water supply interventions | By Moahlodi Maphori | The stabilisation of water supply in Gauteng remains a priority for government as it implements infrastructure upgrades, system balancing and accelerates investment in new storage capacity. | On Thursday, the Minister of Water and Sanitation, Penny Majodina, alongside Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (COGTA), Velenkosini Hlabisa, Deputy Minister of Water and Sanitation, David Mahlobo, Deputy Minister of COGTA, Dr Dickson Namane Masemola, Gauteng MEC of COGTA, David Mamabolo and Executive Mayor…
(2026-02-12). Beyond Visa-Free: Remapping Russian and Chinese Mutual Perception. infobrics.org Russia and China, despite their long history of interaction, stand at the brink of a true mutual rediscovery—one promising to fundamentally enrich the perception each nation holds of the other…
(2026-02-12). Xi extends Spring Festival greetings to service personnel. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday reviewed the armed forces' combat readiness and ongoing operations and extended Spring Festival greetings to all service members of the country via video link in Beijing.
(2026-02-12). Bangladesh goes to polls in crucial first election since deadly uprising. aljazeera.com Chief election commissioner reports strong turnout, says Bangladesh has 'boarded the train of democracy'.
(2026-02-12). Hundreds of Iranian cyber attacks carried out against Israeli officials this year, Shin Bet says. haaretz.com Iranian hackers have leaked the information of former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett, National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir and PMO Chief of Staff Tzachi Braverman. Although Israel is the world's third-largest target for threats, companies aren't legally required to meet a minimum level of cyber security…
(2026-02-12). The Iranian People between the Violence of the State and the Violence of Empire. juancole.com Newark, Del. (Special to Informed Comment; Feature) — Since brutal repression of the January 8-9 protests in Iran, those of us abroad have been numb. Witnessing an atrocity as such that took place is not even comprehensible. | What we witnessed on videos that came out of Iran was horrific. People were gunned down in a systematic way during these protests on a scale unseen Scores of innocent people, most of them young people took to the streets and were gunned down mercilessly. To this day, the numbers fluctuate.
(2026-02-12). Why can't western leaders accept that they have failed in Ukraine? strategic-culture.su Wars are won by economies not armies, writes Ian Proud. | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | Since the war started, voices in the alte…
(2026-02-12). One-size-fits-all retirement age for civil servants won't suit Hong Kong. scmp.com Hong Kong's pressing demographic challenges demand tailored, well-considered civil service policies. However, the proposal put forward in recent Legislative Council debates on population policy to raise the retirement age for all civil servants to 65 offers no viable solution to these issues. | This one-size-fits-all approach overlooks the civil service's flexible retirement frameworks and works against the government's goals of streamlining and modernising the public sector. It risks undermining…
(2026-02-12). Thousands of Striking UESF Teachers, Students & Families Rally at SF City Hall For Living Wages. indybay.org Thousands of striking UESF teachers, students and community members rallied at San Francisco City Hall on 2/9/26 on the first day of the strike.
(2026-02-12). M23/AFC Rebels Pass Out 7,532 Fighters Amid Ongoing Peace Talks. plusnews.ug 
The March 23 Movement/Alliance Fleuve Congo (M23/AFC) rebels have passed out 7,532 fighters after completing training, a development that signals the insurgency against the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) government may not be ending soon. Our reporter has learned that the fighters were passed out over the weekend in the forests of Tchanzu, Rutshuru Territory, following …
(2026-02-12). Chinese premier calls for comprehensive push in AI innovation, application. ecns.cn Chinese Premier Li Qiang on Wednesday called for a comprehensive push in the technological innovation, industrial growth and application of artificial intelligence (AI) to foster new quality productive forces and promote high-quality development.
(2026-02-12). Dr Zedriga transferred to Luzira Prison over security concerns. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Deputy President of the National Unity Platform (NUP) in charge of Northern Uganda, Dr Lina Zedriga, has been transferred to Luzira Maximum Prison's female section over what authorities describe as "security reasons," an official at the prison has confirmed. Dr Zedriga was remanded to Gulu Main Prison on …
(2026-02-12). McSweeney is not just one rotten apple the whole cart is rancid. thecanary.co 
An ablative heat shield is a protective system that jettisons material to dissipate heat from the underlying structure. They're used on oil rigs and spacecraft. And in politics. Boris Johnson used Matt Hancock as one. After failing to turn up at Cobra meetings, Johnson and his government discharged Covid-infected patients into care homes, causing thousands […] | By
(2026-02-12). Friday 2/13: Virtual Action Hour for Palestine. indybay.org Zoom | afsc.org/events/action-hour-palestine…
(2026-02-12). Nanny state Farage is ranting about what you should call milk. thecanary.co 
If you're old enough, you'll remember the British press constantly moaned about the 'nanny state' in the New Labour years. This is the term for when the government interferes in people's every day business to an unhealthy degree. And as we've seen this week, Nigel Farage is going to be the nanny state personified if […] | By
(2026-02-12). Wednesday 3/11: The Future of Independent Commissions in San Francisco. indybay.org Women's Building | 3543 18th St #8, San Francisco, CA 94110…
(2026-02-12). Trump Orders Defense, Energy Departments to Reinvest in Coal. truthout.org On Wednesday, President Donald Trump ordered two executive branch departments to take actions that would increase the use of coal in the United States, despite fossil fuels becoming an obsolete form of energy production that is devastating to the health of the planet. Under his plan, intended to bolster the dwindling U.S. coal industry, the Department of Defense would purchase electricity… |
(2026-02-12). Top 7 best removalists in Brisbane (great reviews and competitive rates) — 2026. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-02-12). Amnesty International UK calls immigration reform 'cruel'. thecanary.co 
Amnesty International UK has labelled the government's immigration reforms as "cruel", "inefficient" and "costly". The UK government published "A Fairer Pathway to Settlement: A statement on earned settlement" in November 2025. It sets out proposals to change how our current immigration system works. Effectively, it would change how migrants who are permitted to become permanent […] | By
(2026-02-12). China's Wang Ziyang advances to men's snowboard halfpipe final at Milan-Cortina. ecns.cn Chinese snowboarder Wang Ziyang finished 10th in the men's halfpipe qualification with a second-run score of 80.50 points at the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics on Wednesday, securing a place in the final.
(2026-02-12). Growing evidence points to link between autism and wildfire smoke. grist.org Two new studies have identified an alarming connection between exposure to wildfire smoke during pregnancy and autism in young children. The unprecedented findings suggest the neurological consequences of breathing smoke are more profound than previously thought. | The research builds on a robust body of evidence that shows wildfire smoke is
(2026-02-12). Lambeth leads the way in launching the Vote Palestine pledge. thecanary.co 
The Palestine Youth Movement (PYM) joined community members in Lambeth on Thursday 5 February to kick Labour out of their hometown. As a result, local people realised their democratic power in being the first community in the UK to launch the 'Vote Palestine' pledge campaign for the upcoming local elections in May. Lambeth leading the […] | By
(2026-02-12). Chinese authorities launch investigation after fishing boat hits Bryde's whale. ecns.cn A fishing boat has collided with a Bryde's whale near Weizhou Island in southern China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, injuring the whale and prompting an official investigation, according to media reports.
(2026-02-12). In Pictures: Setting Own Home on Fire, Cries of People as Dalmandi Bulldozed. ummid.com A Muslim trader poured petrol and set his own home on fire, and people cried for justice as local administration carried demolition drive in Dalmandi Market of Varanasi Monday February 09, 2026.
(2026-02-12). Monday 2/16: Seaside: Inside the Occupation. indybay.org Peoples Center for Progressive Change, 1238 Fremont Blvd., Seaside, CA 93955…
(2026-02-12). Wednesday 2/25: Virtual Visit to Majd al-Krum. indybay.org Online | www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/virtual-de……
(2026-02-12). North Korea's Kim Jong Un sets stage for daughter as his successor: Seoul. aljazeera.com Little is known about Kim's daughter who made her first public appearance in 2022 but appears set to be successor.
(2026-02-12). Indigenous Activists Occupy Land Near Fort Snelling, Plan to Stay Until 'Land Back'. unicornriot.ninja 
(2026-02-12). What makes Chinese airports different from others. ummid.com From Shanghai to Xi'an, and from Xi'an to Beijing, Chinese airports appear markedly different from those in advanced capitalist and developing countries.
(2026-02-12). AIPAC Is Flooding Illinois With Cash. Pro-Palestine Groups Are Backing Kat Abughazaleh. theintercept.com 
As the pro-Israel lobby seeks to shape a set of congressional races in Illinois, national progressive groups are pushing to elect a vocal advocate for Palestinian rights outside of Chicago. | The national progressive outfit Justice Democrats and the Peace, Accountability, and Leadership PAC, a new group that The endorsement comes as the American Israel Public Affairs Committe…
(2026-02-12). China-Africa Wushu championship opens in Cairo, boosts youth exchange. ecns.cn The 7th African Junior Wushu Kung Fu Championship opened Tuesday evening in Cairo, bringing together nearly 100 athletes, coaches, and officials from a dozen African countries alongside China's National Wushu Team.
(2026-02-12). CORALreef Lipids Trial of Enlicitide an Oral PCSK-9 Inhibitor Demonstrates Substantial Efficacy. globalresearch.ca Statins have been bedrock in lipid lowering therapy for decades but have come with adverse effects that are subject to exaggeration and discontinuation. Many have asked, is there a new class of drugs that will someday replace statins? This post …
(2026-02-12). Trump Accounts Will Increase Wealth Inequality. counterpunch.org 
Many people saw the ad for Trump Accounts during the Super Bowl. Advocates for baby bonds, publicly funded investment accounts for children, may be confused and think that Trump Accounts are baby bonds or something similar. Latoya B. Parker and Dedrick Asante-Muhammad of the Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies have written a short
(2026-02-12). Trump and Netanyahu hold Iran war conclave. wsws.org US President Donald Trump held a war council at the White House Wednesday with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to finalize plans for a massive military assault on Iran.
(2026-02-12). Julieta Caldas: Luxury without Grandeur. newleftreview.org The experience of the Frieze Art Fair in London, as sibling events sprout in New York, LA, Seoul, Abu Dhabi, under the ownership of an entertainment mogul. Commercial logics on display in a glaring, idea-less space, where artists function as generators of speculative capital.
(2026-02-12). Close Türkiye- Egypt Coordination in Sudan. Might Affect Somaliland Which is Supported by Israel. globalresearch.ca The nearly three-year-long Sudanese War is increasingly becoming a major international conflict. Up until recently, the state of play was that the UAE was accused of supporting the "Rapid Support Forces" (RSF) rebels from supply bases in Chad and Eastern …
(2026-02-12). Bangladesh begins landmark vote after 2024 uprising. geo.tv 
Voters stand in the queue at a polling station on the day of the 13th general election in Dhaka, Bangladesh, February 12, 2026. — AFP BNP seeks return to power under Tarique Rahman.300 lawmakers to be elected directly. Additional 50 women to be chosen from party lists.
(2026-02-12). "A landlord's charter" — Irish housing bill slammed for rent rises. thecanary.co 
Opposition parties and housing activists have denounced a new housing bill passed in the Dáil. People Before Profit (PBP) TD Paul Murphy described it as a "landlord's charter written by a landlord's government". On the face of it, the housing bill seems to introduce a series of useful new protections for tenants. These include: No-fault […] | By
(2026-02-12). Wednesday 3/4: Intersections of Climate Change: Fire, Settlements, and Stewardship in the Santa Cruz Mountains. indybay.org Institute of the Arts and Sciences, 100 Panetta Avenue, Santa Cruz…
(2026-02-12). CIA doubles down on recruiting Chinese military sources. moderndiplomacy.eu Just weeks after China's top general was purged, the CIA is launching a public video to attract informants from the Chinese military. This video features a disillusioned mid-level Chinese officer and is part of the CIA's effort to enhance human intelligence against China. In May, a similar campaign provided instructions for securely contacting U. S. …
(2026-02-12). Congressman Joins Protesters Demanding No ICE at Huge Rally Outside Super Bowl. indybay.org More than a thousand anti-ICE demonstrators on February 8…
(2026-02-12). Opposition plans no-confidence motion against Speaker Om Birla. ummid.com The Congress, Samajwadi Party (SP) and other opposition parties are considering moving a no-confidence motion against Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla.
(2026-02-12). Ritu Tawde takes over as Mumbai Mayor. ummid.com BJP Corporator, Ritu Tawde, has sworn in as the New Mayor of Mumbai Wednesday February 11, 2026.
(2026-02-12). Cédric Durand: Michel Aglietta. newleftreview.org A tribute to the founder of the Parisian Regulation School of heterodox economics, with its striking combination of elite statistical training, rich conceptualizations and long-range economic history. Michel Aglietta's singular trajectory traced from radicalization in Algeria and 1960s Marxism to studies of China and green modelling.
(2026-02-12). How Ayat and Al Badawi built a Palestinian community in NYC. newarab.com 
Bethlehem-inspired murals line the walls, mana'eesh sizzle on a saj in the open kitchen, and bottles of olive oil sit stacked in tribute to the Levant's olive groves. At Step inside and the message is immediately clear: this is Palestinian space. Through their decor, menus and open kitchens, the praised Palestinian chains embrace heritage and political presence despite hostility, vandalism and…
(2026-02-12). WHYY Newscast for Thursday 6:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-02-11). China launches second phase of 6G technology trials. ecns.cn China has begun the second phase of national trials for sixth-generation, or 6G, mobile communications technology, marking a shift from early-stage research to testing practical technical solutions and prototype equipment, state media reported.
(2026-02-12). Politicians facing worldwide surge in violence and abuse: survey. geo.tv 
Slovak Defence Minister Robert Kalinak speaks in front of a screen displaying an image from the attempted assassination of Slovakia's Prime Minister Robert Fico, during a SMER-SSD party's rally, in Handlova, central Slovakia, May 15, 2025.— Reuters Politicians worldwide are…
(2026-02-12). Nepali poet Mani Lohani on life, literature, and the world of poetry. globalvoices.org 
(2026-02-12). China offers expanding opportunities for Italian businesses: ICCF report. ecns.cn Italian companies seeking to expand abroad can find growing opportunities in China, according to the latest report released by the Italy China Council Foundation (ICCF).
(2026-02-12). How China will Run Rings around Trump's US on Lucrative Green Energy in 2026. juancole.com by Dana Nuccitelli, Yale Climate Connections | ( It was the second-hottest year on record at Earth's surface,
(2026-02-12). Karamoja Leaders Blame Poor 2025 PLE Performance on Parental Support Gaps. plusnews.ug 
Local leaders in the Karamoja sub-region have attributed the poor performance in the 2025 Primary Leaving Examination (PLE) to a lack of coordination between school management and parents. The region registered only 240 candidates in Division One. District breakdowns show Abim with 27 candidates, Amudat 3, Kaabong 8, Karenga 17, Kotido Municipality 53, Kotido District …
(2026-02-12). Azerbaijan: Unlawfully detained women journalists face sexual violence amidst on-going crackdown on civil society. fidh.org The undersigned organisations, including the Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders, a partnership of the International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) and the World Organisation Against Torture (OMCT), express their serious concern regarding the recent letter of Azerbaijani journalist Aysel Umudova sent to media outlets from Baku Pre-trial Investigation Facility, in which she has reported being subjected to sexual harassment and ill-treatment by police officers during (…) | – |
(2026-02-12). Norway snags three golds in single day at 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics. ecns.cn Norway enjoyed a golden day across multiple disciplines at the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics on Tuesday, with cross-country skier Johannes Hoesflot Klaebo once again at the heart of the celebrations.
(2026-02-12). Read Full: India, US Trade Deal Joint Statement. ummid.com India and the United States early Saturday February 7, 2026 morning released a Joint Statement giving the detailed framework of the trade deal the two countries intend to sign.
(2026-02-12). WHYY Newscast for Thursday 9:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-02-12). Building of rare earth hub highlighted. ecns.cn Premier Li Qiang has called for greater efforts to advance both basic and applied research on rare earths, accelerate breakthroughs in core technologies in key fields, and strive to build a leading hub for rare earth technological innovation.
(2026-02-12). The Never-Ending Ukrainian Corruption, the Never-Ending Ukrainian War. globalresearch.ca On Wednesday, January 14, 2026, Ukraine's National Anti-Corruption Bureau (NABU) and the Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office (SAP) informed long-time Ukrainian politician Yulia Tymoshenko, leader of the Batkivshchyna (Fatherland) party, that she is suspected of running a system of regular, …
(2026-02-12). In a First, Malegaon Elects Females as Mayor, Dy Mayor. ummid.com Shaikh Nasreen Khalid and Shan e Hind Nihal Ahmed were Saturday February 07, 2026 respectively elected as Mayor and Deputy Mayor of Malegaon.
(2026-02-12). With Karim Benzema's maiden hat-trick, Al Hilal dominates SPL 25/26 Table. ummid.com French Star Footballer Karim Benzema Thursday February 05, 2026 helped Al Hilal thrash Al Akhdoud and dominate the Saudi Pro League 25/26 Table consistently for the third week.
(2026-02-12). New Study Identifies the Optimal Exercise Dose for Reducing Fatty Liver. globalresearch.ca Fatty liver disease affects a large portion of adults worldwide and often develops silently, increasing the risk of liver damage, heart disease, and shortened life expectancy if metabolic health isn't improved | Consistent exercise reduces liver fat even without weight loss, …
(2026-02-12). China and Mexico Hold Trade Talks After Tariff Hike Escalates Tensions. moderndiplomacy.eu China's chief trade negotiator Li Chenggang met Mexico's Deputy Economy Minister Vidal Llerenas in Beijing on Monday, marking the first face-to-face talks since Mexico imposed steep new tariffs on Chinese imports. The move had drawn warnings from Beijing and signaled rising trade friction between the two countries. According to China's Commerce Ministry, the two sides …
(2026-02-12). India at a Crossroads: How the US Is Forcing Delhi to Abandon Russian Oil. globalresearch.ca In the shadowy corridors of global power, where economic leverage masquerades as diplomacy, India is caught up in a high-stakes game orchestrated by Washington. The recent 'trade deal' announced by US President Donald Trump on 2 February 2026, which saw …
(2026-02-12). Celebrate a Revolutionary Life! Feb. 7, 2026 Lee Patterson of Baltimore! wibailoutpeople.org 
Celebrate a Revolutionary Life SATURDAY, FEB 7 | 5-7 PM Memorial for Lee Patterson (1955 — 2015) St. Marks Lutheran Church | Fellowship Hall 1900 St. Paul St., Baltimore, MD 21218 Join us to honor and celebrate the life of socialist and revolutionary Lee Patterson. Share stories, solidarity, and strength. Parking: Available in the church …
(2026-02-12). California Commission to Vote Thursday on Permanent Mountain Lion Protections. indybay.org Decision Would List Central Coast, Southern California Pumas…
(2026-02-12). Calling BS on DHS Insistence on Masked ICE and Border Patrol Agents. counterpunch.org 
This private army operating under the authority of Trump and his Constitution-savaging executive orders, with its gratuitous violence and willful blowing-off of hundreds of court orders issued by federal district and even appellate courts, has no valid or defensible justification for hiding its "agents'" identities by wearing masks, refusing to have attach numbers and name patches on their military-style uniforms. These federal goons are no different from municipal police or activated units of the US National Guard, who do not wear masks asnd are required to be identifiable (though some bad ones do try to hide na…
(2026-02-12). Lake Erie is Nearly 100% Ice-Covered After Great Lakes Region Slammed by Cold Stretch. wattsupwiththat.com After weeks of bone-chilling cold and headlines about record ice, it's hard not to wonder if that "New Ice Age" theory is inching a little too close for comfort. For now, winter seems determined to overstay its welcome…making even the most skeptical among us start rooting for a little global warming and a more active Sun to hurry things along.
(2026-02-12). NEET UG 2026 registration starts, Read this before you apply. ummid.com The National Testing Agency began the online registration of candidates who wish to appear in NEET UG 2026 from today.
(2026-02-12). China's AI chip sector charges ahead. ecns.cn A wave of initial public offerings is sweeping China's graphics processing unit, or GPU sector, marking a critical phase in the nation's push for self-reliance in advanced computing power.
(2026-02-12). Grey Anderson: Primacy's Calculus. newleftreview.org Grey Anderson on Edward Luce, Zbig. Biography of Brzezinski, updating the American strategist and Russia hawk for present needs.
(2026-02-12). China's Wingtech faces setback as Dutch court keeps Nexperia CEO suspended, orders probe. scmp.com A Netherlands court has upheld the suspension of Zhang Xuezheng, former CEO of Dutch chipmaker Nexperia, and ordered an investigation into the company's governance — another setback for Chinese parent company Wingtech. | "The Enterprise Chamber … acknowledges that Nexperia faced complex dilemmas due to geopolitical developments. However, this does not mean that an investigation should be omitted in this case," the court said in its ruling, published on Wednesday.
(2026-02-12). Saturday 2/14: Virtual screening of the documentary film "A Plan for Palestine: Return to a Single State" indybay.org Zoom | us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Tm_k……
(2026-02-12). Hajj 2026: Saudi Arabia starts issuing Haj Visa from today. ummid.com The Saudi Haj and Umrah Ministry has started from today i.e. Sunday February 08, 2026 issuing Hajj Visa for the ritual year 2026 or 1447AH.
(2026-02-12). Aiding Neo-Colonialism: Reviving a Colonized State. moderndiplomacy.eu Haiti, often labelled and dismissed as the "Failed State" of the Caribbean, remains one of our international bureaucracy's most visible failures. Nearly two decades after the 2010 earthquake that devastated the nation's infrastructure, Haiti has yet to recover from its subsequent political, economic, and institutional collapse. Instead, in recent years the nation has confronted several …
(2026-02-12). Students at Multiple Schools in Green Bay Walk Out to Protest ICE Terror! Fund Schools NOT ICE! wibailoutpeople.org 
(2012-02-26). Sheikh Akram Mashoush: 'After all the martyrs, how could we suddenly ally with parties whose mentality we do not believe in?'. links.org.au 
Jabour Tribe leader Sheikh Akram Mashoush discusses the history of his tribe, defections from the Autonomous Administration of North and East Syria and the latest ceasefire agreement.
(2026-02-12). Kevin Cox: South Africa In History's Shadow. newleftreview.org Why is South Africa seemingly still mired in the income and spatial segregation patterns of the apartheid era? Standard explanations focus on the ANC, either as too neoliberal or too statist. Kevin Cox looks instead at the making of classes—and expropriation of African farmers—in conditions of globalization's labour shock.
(2026-02-12). Watch: AAP leader Oberoi shot dead in broad day light. ummid.com In a shocking incident, Punjab Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Lucky Oberoi was shot dead Friday February 06, 2026 by a masked man in Jalandhar.
(2026-02-12). Education on the Climate Frontline: Japan Helps Pakistan Rebuild Smarter. thinktank.pk The Government of Japan, UN-Habitat, and the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) formalized a JPY 427 million (approximately USD 2.7 million) grant to rehabilitate and climate-proof schools in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) province. At first glance, the agreement appears to be a conventional reconstruction project. But viewed through the lens of climate change, disaster risk …
(2026-02-12). The Reinvention of a Famed American Bookstore and Its Founder. counterpunch.org 
Gioia Woods— a professor at Northern Arizona University and the author of a new enlightening book about City Lights (City Lights: Lawrence Ferlinghetti and the Biography of a Bookstore), the famed San Francisco Bookstore— first encountered and read a poem by Lawrence Ferlinghetti in 1979 when she was a high school student in LA. The
(2026-02-12). Bangladesh elections 2026: Voting amid turmoil, security significantly heightened in Dhaka. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: Bangladesh is set to enter a crucial chapter in its political history as the nation heads to the polls on Thursday. | The election comes at a time of significant change, following the death of former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia and the ongoing ban on her long-time rival, Sheikh Hasina's Awami League party. | This election is seen as a turning point, as the country looks to move beyond the decades-long 'Battle of Begums' era. | Before the upcoming elections in Bangladesh, the situation on the streets looks very different from the 2024 polls. The 'boat' symbol of Sheikh Hasina's Awami League, which h…
(2026-02-12). Olympian Alysa Liu Doesn't Care About the Medals. whyy.org In this episode, we hear from Alysa on what it's like to be a child athlete competing at an elite level, what brought her back to the rink, and how she's taking ownership of her career.
(2026-02-12). Hungary: Blocking Lawsuits Undermines Rule of Law. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Participants hold a placard reading "The independence of the judges is your security – Stand by them!" as Hungarian judges and court employees demonstrate in Budapest, Hungary, on February 22, 2025, for independence of the judiciary, rule of law, and freedom of expression of judges. | © 2025 Attila KISBENEDEK / AFP via Getty Images…
(2026-02-12). Trump and Netanyahu prioritize a united front over rocking the boat on Iran. haaretz.com The Washington meeting left much to be desired after Trump said 'nothing definitive' had been reached. But while Netanyahu and the president don't share a vision for an Iran deal, they have a common interest in their own political survival…
(2026-02-12). Trump To Repeal Obama-Era Finding Foundational to US Climate Rules. portside.org Trump To Repeal Obama-Era Finding Foundational to US Climate Rules |
(2026-02-12). IGG Unearths Rot at Mbarara Regional Referral Hospital. plusnews.ug 
The Inspector General of Government, Justice Aisha Naluzze, on Wednesday made an impromptu spot check at Mbarara Regional Referral Hospital, unearthing serious operational and management challenges affecting service delivery. Top among the discoveries was a non-functional CT-scan machine that has been idle since June 2025. The hospital's Digital X-ray machine was also found with expired films, …
(2026-02-12). Newly Developed Plastic Set To Replace Microplastics. ummid.com A Japanese research team has developed a breakthrough plastic that fully dissolves in seawater within hours — pointing toward cleaner and safer packaging.
(2026-02-12). Rohit Pawar smells conspiracy in Ajit Pawar plane crash. ummid.com Rohit Pawar, MLA and NCP (Sharad Pawar) leader, said Ajit Pawar's plane crash on January 28, 2026 was not an accident and could be a conspiracy.
(2026-02-12). Cristiano Ronaldo's Strike at Al-Nassr: Real Story is Much Larger. ummid.com While the headlines are focused on Cristiano Ronaldo's recent strike at Al-Nassr, the real story is much larger.
(2026-02-12). Could Gavin Newsom Be Worse Than You Think? portside.org Could Gavin Newsom Be Worse Than You Think? |
(2026-02-12). When Disaster, Inc. Comes To Town. levernews.com In February 2023, a Norfolk Southern freight train derailed in East Palestine, Ohio, setting off a chemical disaster. Politicians and lawyers promised justice, and the railroad company swiftly settled for a historic $600 million. Three years later, many victims haven't seen a dime. Where did all that money go?Today on
(2026-02-12). Teacher dies after Thailand school shooting. geo.tv 
Police officers and people stand near the gate of Patongprathankiriwat School, following an incident in which a gunman entered the school and held an unknown number of students and teachers hostage, in southern Thailand's Songkhla, Thailand, February 11, 2026. — ReutersA…
(2012-02-26). No impact on low-income consumers from solar policy change: power minister. tribune.com.pk 
Energy Minister Awais Leghari on Thursday told the National Assembly that only a small fraction of solar consumers would be affected by the government's decision to replace the net metering system with net billing, stressing that the policy change would not burden the common man. | Responding to a point of attention raised by Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) lawmaker Sharmila Faruqui, he said that out of Pakistan's total installed solar capacity of 20,000 to 22,000 megawatts, only around 6,000 megawatts are linked to net metering. As a result, he said, just 600,000 to 700,000 consumers – about eight to ten per cen…
(2026-02-12). BRICS+: South Africa's Shrinking Global Footprint. infobrics.org The country has once dominated Africa's economic landscape, contributing close to 28 % of the continent's GDP in 1994, a share now that is closer to 15 %…
(2026-02-12). Washington to Bring Nuclear Weapons Back to Britain? globalresearch.ca London's growing reluctance to disclose details about the US military presence on British soil has fueled renewed suspicion that Washington may be quietly deploying or storing nuclear weapons in the United Kingdom.
(2026-02-12). The Jidwaaq Clan: Political Strength and Participation in the Somali Region of Ethiopia. indybay.org Somali clan politics in the Somali Region of Ethiopia…
(2026-02-12). Most Effective Study Methods: How to Study Smarter and Faster. moderndiplomacy.eu For most students today, the real issue isn't motivation or intelligence. It's efficiency. Many people spend hours studying without getting much back in terms of understanding or memory. With a few practical changes, it's often possible to study less and actually learn more. This guide will provide you with valuable insights to change your learning …
(2026-02-12). China's first C909 airplane hospital lands in Laos for medical mission. ecns.cn China's first C909 airplane hospital successfully completed its first onboard eye surgery in Laos on Tuesday, with the patient recovering well after the operation.
(2026-02-12). Suffocating an Island: What the U.S. Blockade Is Doing to Cuba. scheerpost.com By Medea Benjamin Electric motorcycles are Cuba's aresponse to the fuel crisis. Marta Jiménez, a hairdresser in Cuba's eastern city of Holguín, covered her face with her hands and broke down crying when I asked her about Trump's blockade of the island—especially now that the U.S. is choking off oil shipments. "You can't imagine how …
(2026-02-12). Pollard left squirming on Palantir's Mandelson links. thecanary.co 
Luke Pollard, the Minister for Defence Procurement, was grilled over the Government's deals with US spy-tech giant Palantir. Pollard repeatedly failed to answer basic questions, one time blaming his recent trip to Saudi Arabia's arms fair for his lack of answers. Pollard seemingly absolved Peter Mandelson's links to Palantir from playing any role in the […] | By
(2026-02-12). US, India Trade Deal: The Unanswered Questions. ummid.com Trump's trade announcement between the United States and India may sound impressive at first glance, but on closer examination, it lacks the detail, structure, and legal foundation of a genuine trade agreement.
(2026-02-12). Bangladesh Votes in Landmark Post-Uprising Election Amid High Hopes. moderndiplomacy.eu Bangladeshis turned out in large numbers on Thursday for a historic election widely seen as a turning point after the 2024 ouster of long-time Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina in a Gen Z-led uprising. The vote marks the first national election since the mass protests that ended Hasina's 17-year dominance and plunged the country into months …
(2012-02-26). Trump administration moves to fire new US attorney appointed by judges. tribune.com.pk 
The Justice Department moved to fire the new US attorney for the northern district of New York on Wednesday, the same day that federal judges unveiled his appointment to replace a prosecutor allied with President Donald Trump's administration. | Trump has drawn criticism from rights and political experts for what they call his administration's targeting of political opponents in efforts that have faced legal challenges and protests. | In a ceremony on Wednesday, the Northern District of New York Board of Judges appointed Donald Kinsella to replace John Sarcone, who had been serving on an acting basis and was d…
(2026-02-12). China seen as reliable global partner amid uncertainties. ecns.cn The opening of 2026 was marked by geopolitical volatility. As uncertainties continue to cast a shadow over international forecasts, the world is increasingly recognizing China not just as a rising power, but as a partner capable of delivering tangible benefits and contributing to a stable global future.
(2026-02-12). Is a Mass Revolt Against Technocracy Starting to Happen? counterpunch.org 
Ted Gioia has a popular Substack called "The Honest Broker". Although as an author, his books tend to focus on music and popular culture, he writes eloquently about a wide range of topics and offers insightful commentary about the global forced march towards technocratic lifestyle and governance that we're now immersed in. In one posting,
(2026-02-12). Al-Nassr Captain Ronaldo ends protest after all demands met. ummid.com Portuguese National Football Legend, who is also leading Saudi FC Al Nassr, has finally ended protest after all his demands are met.
(2026-02-12). Breaking with Trump, US House votes to pass a bill ending Canada tariffs. aljazeera.com The vote was a rare rebuke against Trump from the Republican-led chamber, as Congress members face midterm elections.
(2026-02-12). China rejects U.S. allegations of nuclear explosive tests. ecns.cn China on Wednesday rejected recent remarks by a senior U.S. official accusing China of conducting nuclear explosive tests.
(2026-02-12). PM Modi needs to move beyond complaining about past mistakes. ummid.com Opponents and critics contend that the narrative of a 'mess' by the Modi is a mere political tool to deflect from current shortcomings, such as unemployment, high food inflation, and increased economic inequality, and, of course, an incurable Nehru-complex.
(2026-02-12). Friday 2/13: Trump Sets the Stage to Steal the Next Election. indybay.org Revolution Books | 2444 Durant Avenue | Berkeley, Ca.
(2026-02-12). AI Threatens To Eat Business Software And It Could Change The Way We Work. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) In recent weeks, a range of large software-as-a-service companies, including Salesforce, ServiceNow and Oracle, have seen their share prices tumble.Even if you've never …
(2026-02-12). Key candidates cast their ballots in Bangladesh elections. aljazeera.com Bangladesh's leading political candidates have voted in a closely contested general election in Dhaka.
(2026-02-12). Layl series officially stops on episode 33. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – Layl series, which is taken from the Turkish drama "Safirin Kizi" [The Ambassador's Daughter], was temporarly frozeen on episode number 33, Al Bawaba confirmed after contacting MBC Shahid.Layl series was halted ahead of the upcoming Ramadan season, and it will resume airing after the end of the holy month.After episode number 34 was not released as scheduled on Wednesday, Feb.11, Al Bawaba team contacted MBC Shahid for a statement. The Saudi platform confirmed that Layl series officially stopped on episode number 33, which was aired on Tuesday, Feb. 10.Stars of Layl series, Mahmoud Nsr and Carmen Bsaib…
(2026-02-12). Military-aligned BJT wins most seats in Thai election. wsws.org The BJT win was a product, above all, of the political bankruptcy of the People's Party and Pheu Thai, which have falsely postured as defenders of democratic rights and opponents of military rule.
(2026-02-12). 'Colonial-era classism': Residents decry demolitions in Nigeria's Makoko. aljazeera.com Thousands displaced from December to February as Lagos authorities destroy homes in Africa's largest floating village.
(2026-02-12). Jennifer Aniston Gets Romantic Birthday Tribute From Boyfriend Jim Curtis. menafn.com (MENAFN – AsiaNet News) Jennifer Aniston marked her 57th birthday with a public display of affection from boyfriend Jim Curtis, who shared a romantic tribute to the actor on Instagram early Thursday …
(2026-02-12). "Zionists Only Trust Zionists" . Christianity is Dying. The Battle for Critical Minerals. globalresearch.ca CSIS has seven articles on the top of their page all highlighting one common theme — critical minerals. Why? | Because in order to sustain war, critical minerals are essential. | Without these minerals, the US would be forced to develop peace. …
(2026-02-12). Seattle agrees to $29 million settlement in death of Indian student Jaahnavi Kandula by police vehicle in 2023. ptcnews.tv PTC Web Desk: The city of Seattle has agreed to pay USD 29 million to the family of Jaahnavi Kandula, a 23-year-old Indian graduate student who was fatally struck by a police vehicle in 2023, bri | Seattle agrees to $29 million settlement in death of Indian student Jaahnavi Kandula by police vehicle in 2023…
(2026-02-12). Russia bans WhatsApp, elevates state-controlled platform. moderndiplomacy.eu WhatsApp, owned by Meta Platforms, has been entirely banned in Russia for not following local laws. The Kremlin has suggested that Russians use MAX, a state-backed messenger, as an alternative. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov described MAX as a developing national messenger available to citizens. However, critics claim that MAX is a tool for surveillance, which …
(2026-02-12). Russian losses in Ukraine now exceed recruitment, Western officials claim. scmp.com Russia sustained around 9,000 more battlefield losses in Ukraine than it was able to replace last month, according to assessments from Western officials, signalling progress for Ukraine's ambition to inflict heavier damage on the front line. | Russian forces were unable to achieve significant gains on the ground in January even as they sustained heavy losses, according to officials who spoke on condition of anonymity. The assessment, which could not be independently verified, could bolster Kyiv's…
(2026-02-12). World on the Verge of Uncontrolled Deployment of Nuclear Weapons in Space. globalresearch.ca The militarization of space threatens to trigger a new global arms race and undermine stability and security. The world is already on the brink of uncontrolled deployment of nuclear forces and assets regarding American plans to establish dominance in space….
(2026-02-12). Italian journalist barred from entering Israel over coverage. haaretz.com Alessandro Stefanelli has visited Israel many times over the years, but last July the Population and Immigration Authority cancelled his visa. When he tried to enter Israel through Jordan in January, he was questioned for five hours…
(2026-02-12). Ad Darain Education Centre Conducts 3-Day Teacher Traning Workshop. ummid.com Kolkata-based Ad Darain Education Centre successfully completed a three-day teacher traning workshop on Sunday February 8, 2026.
(2026-02-12). Israel owes $9 billion in compensation for Palestinian workers. newarab.com 
Although he is increasingly convinced that Israel will not pay up, Imran al-Saeed,…
(2026-02-12). ICRC President: Respect for international humanitarian law preserves pathways back to peace. icrc.org Speech given by Mirjana Spoljaric, President of the International Committee of the Red Cross: Maastricht Die Natalis — Honorary Doctorate Ceremony…
(2026-02-12). CNA UCSF Panassus Day Of Action Against ICE. indybay.org The CNA at UCSF at Parnassus will be rallying at the Parnassus campus against ICE and the attacks on hospitals. It all be from 3 to 5pm on Thursday the 19th…
(2026-02-12). Canadian police identify 18-year-old woman as suspect in mass school shooting. geo.tv 
(2026-02-12). Chinese Spring Festival celebrations introduce Europeans to Chinese traditions. ecns.cn Red lanterns swayed above Kotzia Square in central Athens on Wednesday as the rhythmic drums of a dragon dance drew thousands of Greek residents celebrating China's Spring Festival.
(2026-02-12). Fire kills child, displaces hundreds from camp in Sudan's Darfur. newarab.com 
(2026-02-12). A Single 20g Dose of Creatine Increases Cognitive Processing Speed by 24.5% Within 3.5 Hours. globalresearch.ca Creatine has long been regarded as just a muscle supplement — something for the gym that requires weeks of "loading" to saturate muscle stores. A recent randomized trial overturns that assumption. | In a
(2026-02-12). UESF Striking Members & Supporters Speak Out about Fight for Public Education. indybay.org Striking UESF members and supporters spoke out about their struggle to defend their jobs and families and the students in the school district…
(2026-02-12). Another Hindu man killed in Bangladesh on eve of polls , second killing in 48 hours. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: A 28-year-old Hindu man was found dead in Bangladesh's Moulvibazar district on Wednesday, just a day before voting, raising new worries about the safety of minorities during the elections. | The man, Ratan Sahuakar, worked at tea gardens in the Champa area. His body was found around 10 am. He had several deep injuries, and his hands and legs were tied. Reports said blood was still coming from his wounds when he was found. His co-workers believe he was murdered because of the severe injuries and the way his body was tied. Police have started investigating the case to find out if the killing was lin…
(2026-02-12). Trump orders Pentagon to buy electricity generated by coal. aljazeera.com Trump's order is the latest move by US administration to boost fossil fuel industry despite climate change concerns.
(2026-02-12). Who Is The New Face Of China's Year Of The Fire Horse? Draco Malfoy, Of Course. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) The Chinese Year of the Fire Horse has a new, unexpected mascot: Draco Malfoy.Associating the Harry Potter antagonist with China's Year of the Fire Horse might seem odd …
(2026-02-12). Why the U.S. Risks Losing Southeast Asia to China's Strategic Presence. uwidata.com By Mehmet Enes Be≈üer The United States likes to cite one number boastfully in its relations with Southeast Asia: it is still ASEAN's single largest foreign investor. On paper, the statistic verifies Washington's economic significance to a place that is central to global trade and geopolitics. Behind the balance sheets, however, is a more nuanced—and …
(2026-02-12). Yunnan's flower market blooms for Spring Festival. ecns.cn With Spring Festival approaching, the Dounan Flower Market in Kunming, Yunnan province, is buzzing with activity as shoppers crowd its aisles in search of new year flowers — a seasonal ritual reflecting both traditional cultural values and the growing vitality of China's floral industry.
(2026-02-12). UNEAC reaffirms its mission to promote culture through action. radiohc.cu The secretariat of the Union of Writers and Artists of Cuba (UNEAC) met on Wednesday, reaffirming its commitment to continue working alongside its members to further cultivate values in Cuban society and culture, according to its digital platforms. | The meeting, led by President Marta Bonet and Vice Presidents Magda Resik, Lesbia Vent Dumois, and Yuris Nórido Ruiz Cabrera, was attended by the presidents of the Film, Radio and Television, Writers, Musicians, Performing and Visual Artists associations, and the director of the Community Culture Office. | During the discussi…
(2026-02-12). Trump blasts China, Europe and wind energy at 'Champion of Coal' Event in D.C. hindustantimes.com At a "Champion of Coal" event, former U.S. President Donald Trump launched a fiery critique of China, wind energy, and Europe — repeating his long-standing stance favoring traditional fossil fuels. Mocking wind turbines as "crazy windmills made in China," Trump claimed they were costly failures hurting American energy independence. He also derided Europe's green policies, arguing that renewable investments cause economic losses while China profits from manufacturing. The remarks underscore Trump's continued opposition to climate policies and his renewed appeal to pro-coal voters ahead of the 2026 political…
(2026-02-12). Houston students rally for kidnapped classmate. workers.org 
Students at Sam Houston High School in Houston rallied after school on Feb. 3, because their friend and classmate, Mauro Henriquez-Sanchez, has not been at school since he was kidnapped by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in December. His classmates are worried about him. He was to graduate in May . . . |
(2026-02-12). International students celebrate Little New Year immersed in Beijing culture. ecns.cn An international Spring Festival gathering for overseas students was held in Beijing on Tuesday, offering young people from around the world an immersive experience of traditional Chinese culture and the historical legacy of the Beijing Central Axis.
(2026-02-12). Middle Powers are setting the table so they won't be 'on the menu'. responsiblestatecraft.org The global order was already fragmenting before Donald Trump returned to the White House. But the upended "rules" of global economic and foreign policies have now reached a point of no return. What has changed is not direction, but speed. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney's
(2026-02-12). Texas Democrat Henry Cuellar Joins House GOP to Pass Voter Suppression Bill. truthout.org Doing President Donald Trump's bidding, the Republican-controlled US House on Wednesday approved legislation that would potentially prevent millions of Americans from participating in federal elections by instituting draconian voter ID requirements, mandating documentary proof of citizenship to register to vote, and requiring states to share voter information with the Department of Homeland… |
(2026-02-12). 1000+ Protest ICE Outside Super Bowl. indybay.org Photos by: Stay Human San Jose…
(2026-02-12). China's luge women's doubles sets best result at Milan-Cortina. ecns.cn China's Gulijienaiti Adikeyoumu and Zhao Jiaying compete in the luge women's doubles at the Milan-Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games in Cortina, Italy, Feb. 11, 2026. They placed eighth in 1: 48.487.
(2026-02-12). Don't Forget To RSVP To The February 19 "Net Zero And Freedom" Event. wattsupwiththat.com While we all hold our breaths for this big moment, I am shamelessly shilling for the February 19 Net Zero Watch in-person event in New York, "Net Zero and Freedom." The event is free and open to the public, but space is limited, so you must RSVP if you want to attend. (Full disclosure: I am the President of the American Friends of the GWPF, which is the American fund-raising affiliate of Net Zero Watch.). It would be great to see a good turnout of MC readers at this event.
(2026-02-12). Wednesday 3/11: Webinar: Fasting, Faith and the Fight Against Erasure: Ramadan in Al Quds. indybay.org Online | www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/ramadan-fa……
(2026-02-12). Pierre Vesperini: Government of the Past. newleftreview.org If the past is always that of a certain present, what are the conditions for avoiding the subordination of public history to self-interested origin stories, or the consignment of past infamies to oblivion? Who belongs in public memory, and who not? Reflections on the political use and abuse of popular historiography.
(2026-02-12). Valentine's Day fun in Philly, Trevor Noah in Atlantic City and Ringling Bros. circus in this week's 'Things To Do'. whyy.org 
Black History Month and Valentine's weekend come together Friday evening at the Philadelphia Museum of Art with a Black History Month celebration of music and creativity. Across the region, Valentine's weekend celebrations continue through Sunday with options ranging from romantic concerts and comedy shows in Atlantic City to interactive experiences, themed dinners and playful date-night ideas around Philly. | On Saturday night, the Philadelphia School of Circus Arts transforms its campus into a nostalgic venue for Adult Prom with live music and performances. The weekend winds down Sunday evening with The Blackby…
(2026-02-12). Repeal the National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act. globalresearch.ca As you, informed citizen, are likely aware, if you follow the machinations of the unholy marriage between state and pharmaceutical industry, Congress, in its infinite benevolence and wisdom, kindly granted in 1986 special protections to vaccine manufacturers not afforded before …
(2026-02-12). War, bloodshed, and legitimacy: Is Iran witnessing another internal coup? globalvoices.org 
From the 1980s to today, moments of war and uncertainty have triggered internal consolidation in IranGlobal VoicesAli Khamenei was among the fighters of the Ashura Division from Iranian Azerbaijan during the Muharram (Iran—Iraq War). Source: (2026-02-12). Protesters clash with police over bid to restrict Argentina's labour rights. aljazeera.com Trade unions and thousands of supporters express anger in Buenos Aires as Congress considers curbs on right to strike.
(2026-02-12). Lebanon to decide on plan to control arms north of Litani river. newarab.com 
The decision will be based on a presentation by the army outlining its needs and capabilities, the minister, Paul Morcos, told reporters during a visit to Kuwait, where he was attend…
(2026-02-12). Hell Has Frozen Over: The Washington Post Discovers the Limits of the EPA. wattsupwiththat.com Hell may not have frozen entirely. But a chill wind has blown through…
(2026-02-12). No Climate Justice Without the Right to the City. thinktank.pk The debates over urban rights often revolve around governance, infrastructure, and access to public space. But in an era of intensifying climate change, the "right to the city" has taken on a new urgency — reframing cities not only as human habitats but as battlegrounds for climate justice, sustainability, and ecological resilience. At its core, …
(2026-02-12). CSE Exam 2026: UPSC Sets New Rule for Serving IAS, IFS, IPS Officers. ummid.com UPSC CSE Exam 2026 Notification: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the Civil Services Exam 2026 notification with detailed guidelines, including new rule for serving IAS, IFS and IPS officers.
(2026-02-12). SONA 2026: President Ramaphosa charts the way. sanews.gov.za SONA 2026: President Ramaphosa charts the way | The Cape Town City Hall stage is set, the final preparations are underway and the parliamentary gears are turning with one moment in sight: President Cyril Ramaphosa stepping up to the podium to deliver the State of the Nation Address (SONA) tonight. | The agenda-setting address will be held from 7pm tonight. | The event is held in terms of Section 42(5) of the Constitution and is a Joint Sitting of both the National Council of Provinces and the National Assembly. | "The State of the Nation Address (SONA) is an annual overview delivered by the President to mobilise…
(2026-02-12). Monday 2/16: Webinar: Faith in the Crosshairs: Christians Rising Against Christian Zionism. indybay.org Online | actionnetwork.org/events/faith-in-the-cr……
(2026-02-12). Europe Rearms — But Who Pays the Global Price? thinktank.pk Europe's approval of ‚Ǩ38 billion in initial defence investments under its ‚Ǩ150 billion Security Action for Europe (SAFE) framework is being presented as a milestone in strategic autonomy and industrial modernisation. Within Europe, the move is framed as necessary, responsible, and overdue. But from the perspective of the Global South, Europe's accelerating defence rise carries …
(2026-02-12). Sunday 2/15: Veg. Potluck & Celebrate Dave 70th Birthday! indybay.org Whiskey Hill Farms | 371 Calabasas Road, Watsonville, CA 95076…
(2012-02-26). Polls close, counting begins in Bangladesh election after high turnout. tribune.com.pk 
Counting began in Bangladesh's pivotal national election on Thursday after tens of millions of people voted for a new government following the 2024 ouster of long‚Äëtime premier Sheikh Hasina in a tumultuous Gen Z‚Äëdriven uprising. | Although final figures were not immediately available, Akhtar Ahmed, senior secretary of the Election Commission, told reporters that nearly half the electorate had voted at 36,031 of the 42,651 polling centres by 2pm (0800 GMT), with two-and-a-half hours to go. | That is more than the entire 42% turnout at the last election in 2024. | Analysts say…
(2026-02-12). Bad Bunny, MAGA, and the Destruction of Puerto Rico. globalresearch.ca During the Super Bowl, the Puerto Rican "King of Latin Trap" Bad Bunny performed at halftime. Jake Paul called Bad Bunny, aka Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, a "
(2026-02-12). After Sonu Sood, now Salman Khan, Ajay Devgn & others offer help to Rajpal Yadav | Key details. hindustantimes.com Several big names from the Hindi film industry are stepping forward to support actor Rajpal Yadav, who is currently lodged in Tihar Jail in connection with a long-running cheque bounce case. According to his manager, stars including Salman Khan, Ajay Devgn, Sonu Sood, and filmmaker David Dhawan have reached out to extend financial and moral support to the actor and his family during this difficult time. Rajpal Yadav surrendered after the Delhi High Court rejected his plea seeking more time in the case linked to a loan taken for his 2010 film Ata Pata Laapata, which failed at the box office. Over the years, unpaid…
(2026-02-12). Will Russia fully block WhatsApp. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Several reports claim that Russia has "attempted to fully block" Meta's messaging app WhatsApp in the country, potentially barring 100 million users from using the platform. According to AFP, this comes after pressure from Moscow to push the local internet users into a more state-controlled messaging app. WhatsApp took to X (formerly Twitter) and wrote, "Today the Russian government attempted to fully block WhatsApp in an effort to drive people to a state-owned surveillance app."WhatsApp added, "Trying to isolate over 100 million users from private and secure communication is a backwards step and can o…
(2026-02-12). The Dollar is a Reserve Currency, Not "the" Reserve Currency. counterpunch.org 
I continually get people asking me questions and sending me articles about how the dollar might lose its status as the world's reserve currency and then something horrible is supposed to happen. Neither part of this story makes much sense and treating the issue in this manner confuses what is at stake. As I, and
(2026-02-12). EconoScope | AI-only social network sparks debate over governance and control. ecns.cn Would you believe it? Just as humans consider replacing their AI assistants, those AI systems may already be quietly discussing how to resist.
(2026-02-12). Five killed in 12 hours across Israel, as homicide rates continue to skyrocket. haaretz.com In 2025, Arab Israelis were killed in a suspected homicide every 36 hours on average. The chief of Israel Police said Israel's 'war on criminal organizations requires a root cause treatment,' adding that, 'Everyone must get involved — including the IDF'…
(2026-02-12). Homeownership rates among Philadelphia seniors remains high, but older renters face heavier cost burden. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? A majority of Philadelphia seniors But
(2026-02-12). 'Traumatized' Montgomery County family demands probe after ICE raid in Lower Providence. whyy.org Guadalupe Lopez was sleeping when her younger brother woke her Monday morning. | Agents from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Border Patrol were banging on the door and surrounding the home where Lopez lives with her mother, her cousin, Jose Manuel Cordova Lopez, and her two younger brothers, who are 8 and 13 years old. | The officers had followed Cordova Lopez's car back to the house after he had left for work, Lopez said. Cordova Lopez was then blocked in by agents and their cars. She said her cousin drove home and fled inside the house. | The agents asked her to open the door and Lopez, 26, sa…
(2026-02-12). EU Leaders Gather to Revive Competitiveness Amid US-China Pressure. moderndiplomacy.eu European Union leaders are meeting at Belgium's 16th-century Alden Biesen castle for an informal "retreat" aimed at confronting a growing strategic concern: how to prevent the bloc from falling further behind the United States and China economically. The EU faces mounting external pressure from U.S. trade measures under President Donald Trump and Chinese restrictions on …
(2026-02-12). Google closing in on OpenAI in AI race. ummid.com Google is slowly but steadily closing in on its key rival OpenAI in the Artificial Intelligence race, the latest data released by the tech giant's parent company Alphabet has revealed.
(2026-02-12). Farmers in India Reject the Seeds Act and the Corporate Enclosure of Seeds. globalresearch.ca In India, the central government plans to replace the Seeds Act of 1966 with the Seeds Act 2025, a comprehensive reform that it says will modernise India's seed regulation system. The stated aims of the proposed new law are to …
(2026-02-12). March 4, 2026: Nationwide Day of Action to Protect Our Kids, Families, Communities! wibailoutpeople.org 
Sign up to join AFT members in communities across the nation on March 4 to protect our kids, families and communities! Education and child care are being cut.Student borrowers are under attack.Academic freedom is being muzzled.Healthcare and public services are being hollowed out.Immigration raids are making communities less safe. When our kids, families and communities …
(2026-02-12). Semaglutide: Artificial Shortage Is Novo Nordisk's Business Model. counterpunch.org 
In early February, drug company Novo Nordisk sued telehealth company Hims & Hers. The complaint: Hims & Hers sells GLP-1 drugs at lower prices than Novo Nordisk. That's the simple version. The legalese version is that because semaglutide (the drug behind the Novo Nordisk's "Wegovy" brand name) was removed from the US Food and Drug
(2026-02-12). When Writing Letters to Corporations Gets You Labeled a Terrorist. moderndiplomacy.eu Francesca Albanese's children, ages 12 and 9, can no longer run freely around their Tunisia neighborhood. Her U.S. bank account is closed. Her $700,000 Washington D.C. condo sits frozen. European banks won't touch her. She borrows credit cards from friends to travel. And she sits on the U.S. Treasury's Specially Designated Nationals list, alongside al-Qaeda …
(2026-02-12). Friday 2/13: Noisemakers Against Genocide. indybay.org üîªLocation: 456 Montgomery – israeli Consulate…
(2026-02-12). Holiday shopping spree trends evolving. ecns.cn As the retail landscape for Spring Festival unfolds, traditional models of holiday shopping are being replaced by a focus on lifestyle, experience and emotional connections, compelling retailers and brands alike to rethink their strategies for the 2026 season, according to an industry report.
(2026-02-12). Sky goes full, deranged propaganda mode against anti-Zionist Jews. thecanary.co 
Sky News has run a frankly deranged — and antisemitic — article that attempts to demonise Brighton's anti-genocide activists. To the educated eye, it reads like an extract from an Israel lobby playbook. This should perhaps not surprise. Antisemitism is rife in the British media — just not in the way audiences are routinely told […] | By
(2026-02-12). Inherit the nukes, a threat of radiation, terror, and death. indybay.org The convicted felon President Donald J. Trump wants to have nuclear bomb testing in the U.S. again.
(2026-02-12). Right, New York Times, Scientists Do Disagree on The Polar Vortex. wattsupwiththat.com There is a lot of debate and nuance with regard to these issues that The New York Times' readers would probably benefit from hearing about, if only the paper would provide balanced coverage of the issue, as it did in this article on the polar vortex and cold weather.
(2026-02-12). Cédric Durand: Michel Aglietta. newleftreview.org A tribute to the founder of the Parisian Regulation School of heterodox economics, with its striking combination of elite statistical training, rich conceptualizations and long-range economic history. Michel Aglietta's singular trajectory traced from radicalization in Algeria and 1960s Marxism to studies of China and green modelling.
(2026-02-12). Seedance 2.0 signals big shift in AI sector. ecns.cn Chinese tech company Byte-Dance has launched the latest version of its artificial intelligence video-generation model Seedance 2.0, intensifying China's push in generative AI at a time when the United States'OpenAI appears to have slowed development of its similar product, Sora.
(2026-02-12). Boat capsizes in Sudan's Nile River, killing at least 21. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Sudanese sources announced that at least 21 people were killed after a boat capsized in the Nile River in Sudan.Yesterday, the Sudanese Doctors Network reported that a passenger ferry capsized on the Nile River in northern Sudan, resulting in the drowning deaths of 15 people and the rescue of six others. The media also mentioned that rescue teams and local residents are continuing their search for the remaining missing persons.The Sudanese Doctors Network stated that the ferry was carrying more than 27 people, including women, children, and the elderly, traveling between the Tayba al-Khawad and Deim al…
(2026-02-12). Glass injuries on Goa beaches demand practical, incentivised remedy: DRS. ummid.com Recurring injuries from broken glass on Goa's beaches have begun to draw attention to how waste is managed after consumption.
(2026-02-12). WHYY Newscast for Wednesday 7:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-02-12). Canada school shooting: 18-year-old trans woman killed mother, step-brother at home before school rampage. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: An 18-year-old trans woman with mental health disorders has been identified as the killer who opened fire at school in British Columbia, Canada that resulted in the deaths of nine children. | Jesse Van Rootselaar killed her mother and stepbrother before attacking her former school, police said, without offering a motive for one of the worst mass slaughters in Canadian history. | The killer later died by suicide after the shooting in Tumbler Ridge, a remote community of 2,400 people in the Pacific province of British Columbia. | The police further said earlier weapons from her home were confiscated…
(2026-02-12). Detroit area student walkouts declare, "ICE are the criminals, not us" wsws.org On Tuesday, hundreds of Cass Technical High School in Detroit's Midtown neighborhood students held their second major protest in two weeks.
(2026-02-12). Nation amplifies efforts to boost consumer spending. ecns.cn "We invite all to visit China during Spring Festival, to shop in China, and to join us in sharing the joy of the Chinese New Year," Sheng said.He added that a successful holiday push would also set the tone for the remaining months of the year by bolstering business confidence and consumer sentiment.
(2026-02-12). Saturday 2/14: SF Day Pillow Fight 2026! indybay.org Across the Street from the Ferry Building! At the end of Embarcadero. Look for the pillows : )…
(2026-02-12). Israel's green mile — where Palestinians are sent to die. thecanary.co 
In recent days, Israeli media outlets revealed plans by prison authorities to inaugurate an execution facility—nicknamed the "Israeli Green Mile." These facilities will resemble death chambers, reserved for Palestinians accused of terrorism. Their death sentences will reportedly be carried out within 90 days of the final judicial decision. This step represents a new escalation of […] | By
(2026-02-12). Trump Derangement Syndrome . counterpunch.org 
The United States currently has a fascist style authoritarian government led by a corrupt sociopath (or malignant narcissist, if you prefer) and run by a group of lawless incompetents. But an incompetent authoritarian government may not be our worst nightmare. Words used increasingly to describe President Trump include unhinged, delusional, factually incorrect, and irrational. Trump
(2026-02-12). Why Trump's War on Iran is Slipping Out of Washington Grip. ummid.com Trump may have already lost this war — just as he lost face and credibility by failing to follow through on his threats or translate them into aggressive action on Iranian soil.
(2026-02-12). Al-Nassr defeats Al-Ittihad as Ronaldo's protest continues. ummid.com Al-Nassr Saudi FC Friday February 06, 2026 defeated Al-Ittihad 2-0 in a tight clash but the Saudi Pro League match is in news more because of the absence of its Skipper Cristiano Ronaldo.
(2026-02-12). Beijing refutes US nuclear test accusations. ecns.cn China expressed opposition on Wednesday to the United States over fabricating excuses for its own attempt to resume nuclear tests, urging Washington to take concrete actions to safeguard international nuclear disarmament and the nuclear nonproliferation regime.
(2012-02-26). Crude bomb blast injures 3 at Bangladesh polling centre. tribune.com.pk 
Three people sustained minor injuries after a crude bomb exploded at a polling center in Bangladesh's Gopalganj district, about 100 km southwest of the capital Dhaka, on Thursday morning during the national election, local media reported, citing police. | Sarwar Hossain, a senior police official in Gopalganj, told journalists that the blast occurred around 9 a.m. local time at the Reshma International School polling center. | The explosion caused minor injuries, he said, adding that all the injured had been taken to the hospital. "Law and order are now fully under control, and voting is continuing normally at…
(2026-02-12). Xi attends Chinese New Year gathering with non-CPC personages. ecns.cn Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, extended festive greetings on Wednesday to people from non-CPC political parties and the All-China Federation of Industry and Commerce (ACFIC), personages without party affiliation, and other members of the united front ahead of the Spring Festival, or the Chinese New Year.
(2026-02-12). Anders Stephanson & George Kennan: Stephanson—Kennan Correspondence. newleftreview.org An inter-generational exchange between one of the Cold War's originating thinkers and a young Marxist scholar studying his work. Problems of American foreign policy, definitions of the national interest, the Soviet Union and the containment doctrine and the independent development of political discourse among the subjects under consideration.
(2012-02-26). England coach Tuchel extends contract through to Euro 2028. tribune.com.pk 
Thomas Tuchel has signed a new contract that will see him remain head coach of the England national football team through to the end of Euro 2028 in the UK and Ireland, the Football Association announced on Thursday. | Tuchel was confirmed as the successor to Gareth Southgate in October 2024 and has overseen an unbeaten qualification run to this year's World Cup in North America, with England winning all eight group games under their German boss. | "I am very happy and proud to extend my time with England," said the 52-year-old former Chelsea manager in an FA statement. | "It is no secret to anyone that I have…
(2026-02-12). Watch LIVE here @ 130PM EST as Trump Rescinds the CO2 Endangerment Finding. wattsupwiththat.com Today at 1: 30 PM EST, the Trump administration — with President Donald Trump and EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin on hand — is set to formally rescind the 2009 EPA "Endangerment Finding" We'll have it live here.
(2012-02-26). Bangladesh votes in landmark election after Gen Z uprising. tribune.com.pk 
Bangladeshis lined up outside polling booths on Thursday as voting began in a pivotal election for the South Asian nation after the 2024 ouster of long‚Äëtime premier Sheikh Hasina in a Gen Z‚Äëdriven uprising. | Analysts say a decisive result is crucial for steady governance in the nation of 175 million, as the deadly anti-Hasina protests triggered months of unrest and disrupted key industries, including the huge garments sector, the world's second-largest exporter. | It is the world's first election after an uprising led by under-30s, or Gen Z, to be followed by Nepal next mon…
(2026-02-12). Hoplophobia our national illness. onlineopinion.com.au Is Australia's gun policy driven by facts or emotion? Three decades after Port Arthur, fear still shapes laws that facts struggle to penetrate.
(2026-02-12). Protesters in Philadelphia, other cities press Target to oppose the immigration crackdown in Minnesota. whyy.org Activists planned protests at more than two dozen Target stores around the United States on Wednesday to pressure the discount retailer into taking a public stand against the 5-week-old ICE Out Minnesota, a coalition of community groups, religious leaders, labor unions and other critics of the federal operation, called for sit-ins and other demonstrations to continue at Target locations for a full week. Target's headquarters are locat…
(2026-02-12). Human Rights Activists Tell Marin County Supes: ICE Out of Marin! indybay.org Human rights activists protested at the County Board of Supervisors meeting to drive ICE out of Marin in ending their bounty hunting of immigrants.
(2026-02-12). UK couple held in Iran 'caught' in geopolitical tensions: son. newarab.com 
The son of a British couple Joe Bennett – But he hit out at what the family…
(2026-02-12). INTERNSHIP AT THE BUSINESS, HUMAN RIGHTS AND ENVIRONMENT DESK – 6 MONTHS. fidh.org The International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) is an NGO that brings together nearly 200 civil society organisations around the world. Founded in 1922, it is committed to defending fundamental freedoms and the universality of the rights defined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Independent of any government and recognised for its expertise, FIDH works to strengthen mechanisms for the protection of human rights and defenders through advocacy campaigns, investigations into (…) | – |
(2026-02-12). China's CPI up for 4th straight month in January. ecns.cn China's consumer prices rose for a fourth consecutive month in January, while the decline in factory-gate prices narrowed, official data showed on Wednesday.
(2026-02-12). China conducts low-altitude flight test for Long March-10 rocket. ecns.cn China successfully conducted a low-altitude demonstration and validation flight test of the Long March-10 launch vehicle system, along with a maximum dynamic pressure abort flight test of the Mengzhou crewed spacecraft system, at the Wenchang Space Launch Site in south China's Hainan Province, on Wednesday, according to the China Manned Space Engineering Office.
(2026-02-12). Beijing, a perfect location for 'set-jetters'. ecns.cn Beijing is looking to tap into the lucrative "set-jetting" trend that has been gaining traction around the world in recent years. Driven by the global success of big-budget blockbuster productions such as Game of Thrones and The White Lotus, tourists are flocking to take holidays at the real-life locations where their favorite TV shows and films are set.
(2026-02-12). Consejo de Estado evalúa actualización del Programa de Gobierno tras amplia consulta popular. cubadebate.cu El Consejo de Estado evaluó este 11 de febrero la actualización del Programa de Gobierno, tras un amplio proceso de consulta popular. Se destacó la necesidad de fortalecer la participación y el control en barrios y comunidades, como vía para impulsar soluciones colectivas. Las comisiones parlamentarias priorizaron en 2025 el vínculo directo con la población y el seguimiento a leyes y acuerdos de la Asamblea Nacional.
(2026-02-12). Selección de Cuba asegura cupo en semifinal de la Serie de las Américas de béisbol. radiohc.cu La selección cubana aseguró un puesto, este miércoles, en la semifinal de la II Serie de las Américas de béisbol tras ganarle 8-7 a los Caimanes de Barranquilla en el noveno inning. | Obligados al éxito para clasificar a la postemporada, los dirigidos por Germán Mesa sentenciaron el marcador colgados del bate de Alfredo Despaigne, de 5-3, incluido un jonrón, con par de remolques, la misma cantidad de empujadas que Yoel Yanqui y Harold Vázquez. | Los colombianos, ya con el boleto en sus manos desde dos fechas anteriores, fabricaron par de anotaciones a falta de un out y dejaron el empate y victoria en bases. | El…
(2026-02-12). Artistas contra sufrimiento humano de los cubanos. radiohc.cu robertoroberto | En una carta abierta al republicano, artistas, intelectuales, políticos locales y organizaciones sociales internacionales denunciaron que los inquilinos de la Casa Blanca buscan hambruna y sufrimiento humano en la mayor de las Antillas. | Se refieren esas personalidades a una orden ejecutiva del gobernante que declara, sin evidencias, a la nación caribeña como una amenaza a la seguridad de Estados Unidos. | Insostenible explicación de una potencia nuclear, con un contingente armado centenares de veces más peligroso para Cuba, que lo que pueden representar las fuerzas enteramente defensivas existe…
(2026-02-12). Actor estadounidense James Van Der Beek falleció a los 48 años. radiohc.cu El actor James Van Der Beek, conocido por su papel protagónico en la exitosa serie estadounidense 'Dawson's Creek', falleció ese miércoles a los 48 años, víctima de cáncer colorrectal. | Al dar a conocer la noticia, su esposa Kimberly escribió en Instagram que "supo enfrentar sus últimos días con valentía, fe y gracia. Hay mucho que compartir sobre sus deseos, su amor por la humanidad y la sacralidad del tiempo. Esos días llegarán ª, aseveró. | Van Der Beek (Cheshire, Connecticut, 8 de marzo de 1977-Austin, Texas, 11 de febrero de 2026) fue uno de los rostros más famosos de la televisión a finales de los 90…
(2026-02-12). IMSA continúa trabajando para asegurar harina destinada al mercado nacional. cubadebate.cu Industrial Molinera de La Habana SA, IMSA, con 25 años de historia, asegura desde su planta en el anillo del puerto, municipio de Regla, la harina destinada al consumo de la población capitalina y de otras provincias, además del turismo, tiendas y el sector no estatal. Como otras empresas, hoy afronta déficit de combustible y energía, pero sus líneas de molinación se mantienen activas.
(2026-02-12). La educación en Cienfuegos mantiene los procesos ante al asedio energético impuesto por Estados Unidos. radiohc.cu 
La provincia cubana de Cienfuegos continúa el proceso educativo y sigue parámetros actualizados con las indicaciones nacionales en los niveles educativos de Primera Infancia, Especial, Primaria y Secundaria Básica junto a los preuniversitarios, Escuela Pedagógica y la Enseñanza Técnica Profesional. Director General de Educación en el centro y sur, Lionel Meneses Gómez. | El Director General de Educación en el centro y sur, Lionel Meneses Gómez, informó que mantendrán los procesos, de acuerdo con las circunstancias complejas que vive nuestro país por el déficit de combustibles consecuencia del asedio energético im…
(2026-02-12). Departamento de Seguridad Nacional de EE.UU. enfrentará cierre el 13 de febrero si continúa el bloqueo demócrata en el Congreso. cubadebate.cu La puja en el Congreso de EE. UU. entre demócratas y republicanos tiene congelado el financiamiento para el área que se encarga, entre otras cosas, de las fuerzas encargadas de detener a los migrantes. El funcionamiento normal está garantizado hasta el viernes; luego, habrá áreas que cesarán. øEl ICE? Tiene un fondo amplio que le permitirá seguir con sus actividades por un tiempo.
(2026-02-12). IMSA continúa trabajando para asegurar harina destinada al mercado nacional. cubadebate.cu Industrial Molinera de La Habana SA, IMSA, con 25 años de historia, asegura desde su planta en el anillo del puerto, municipio de Regla, la harina destinada al consumo de la población capitalina y de otras provincias, además del turismo, tiendas y el sector no estatal. Como otras empresas, hoy afronta déficit de combustible y energía, pero sus líneas de molinación se mantienen activas.
(2026-02-12). Presidenta Sheinbaum: Ayuda material llegará mañana a Cuba. radiohc.cu La presidenta Claudia Sheinbaum informó este miércoles sobre la llegada mañana a Cuba de la ayuda material que partió de México y mencionó próximos envíos, en un contexto marcado por el reforzamiento del bloqueo estadounidense. | Al responder una pregunta sobre el tema en su habitual encuentro con medios de comunicación en Palacio Nacional, la jefa del Ejecutivo aseveró: Llegan mañana (los víveres). Regresa el barco y se va a hacer un segundo envío, y así se va a estar enviando". | El domingo último, más de 800 toneladas de alimentos de primera necesidad y artículos de higiene personal salieron rumbo al país carib…
(2026-02-12). Consejo de Estado evalúa actualización del Programa de Gobierno tras amplia consulta popular. cubadebate.cu El Consejo de Estado evaluó este 11 de febrero la actualización del Programa de Gobierno, tras un amplio proceso de consulta popular. Se destacó la necesidad de fortalecer la participación y el control en barrios y comunidades, como vía para impulsar soluciones colectivas. Las comisiones parlamentarias priorizaron en 2025 el vínculo directo con la población y el seguimiento a leyes y acuerdos de la Asamblea Nacional.
(2026-02-12). Presidente Díaz-Canel reitera hermandad de Cuba con el pueblo palestino. radiohc.cu El primer secretario del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba (PCC) y presidente de la República, Miguel Díaz-Canel reiteró este miércoles los sentimientos de hermandad de los cubanos con los palestinos, al recibir en el Palacio de la Revolución a una delegación del Buró del Comité de las Naciones Unidas para el Ejercicio de los Derechos Inalienables de ese pueblo árabe. | "Nosotros somos una nación hermana de Palestina", expresó el mandatario y recordó que la mayor isla de las Antillas estuvo entre los cofundadores de ese Comité, publica el sitio web de la Presidencia. | Al agradecer el recibimiento, Col…
(2026-02-12). Cuba reafirma compromiso con la protección de la infancia. radiohc.cu El Representante Permanente de Cuba ante las Naciones Unidas, embajador Ernesto Soberón Guzmán, presentó este miércoles el Programa País Cuba-UNICEF 2026-2030 durante la Primera Sesión Ordinaria de la Junta Ejecutiva del organismo, y destacó que constituye un marco de cooperación estratégico para fortalecer el bienestar de niñas, niños y adolescentes. | Soberón explicó a los presentes que el documento es el resultado del trabajo conjunto entre Cuba y el Fondo de las Naciones Unidas para la Infancia, alineado con el Marco de Cooperación de las Naciones Unidas para el Desarrollo Sostenible en Cuba 2026-2030, y con…
(2026-02-12). Oltre il materialismo: la Cina nei suoi principi e l'armonia del futuro condiviso. strategic-culture.su Prima o poi, l'Occidente dovrà riconoscere che il nuovo ordine multipolare non è stato creato per competere con l'Occidente, ma per fermare la sua corsa che rischiava di trascinare il mondo nell'abisso. | Segue nostro Sin dall'inizio | Gli storici cinesi definiscono la Cina contemporanea come uno "Stato-civiltà ", ossia il risultato di un lungo processo storico fondato su secoli di interazioni tra regioni caratterizzate da differenti etn…
(2026-02-12). Presidenta Sheinbaum: Ayuda material llegará mañana a Cuba. radiohc.cu La presidenta Claudia Sheinbaum informó este miércoles sobre la llegada mañana a Cuba de la ayuda material que partió de México y mencionó próximos envíos, en un contexto marcado por el reforzamiento del bloqueo estadounidense. | Al responder una pregunta sobre el tema en su habitual encuentro con medios de comunicación en Palacio Nacional, la jefa del Ejecutivo aseveró: Llegan mañana (los víveres). Regresa el barco y se va a hacer un segundo envío, y así se va a estar enviando". | El domingo último, más de 800 toneladas de alimentos de primera necesidad y artículos de higiene personal salieron rumbo al país carib…
(2026-02-12). Presidente Díaz-Canel reitera hermandad de Cuba con el pueblo palestino. radiohc.cu El primer secretario del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba (PCC) y presidente de la República, Miguel Díaz-Canel reiteró este miércoles los sentimientos de hermandad de los cubanos con los palestinos, al recibir en el Palacio de la Revolución a una delegación del Buró del Comité de las Naciones Unidas para el Ejercicio de los Derechos Inalienables de ese pueblo árabe. | "Nosotros somos una nación hermana de Palestina", expresó el mandatario y recordó que la mayor isla de las Antillas estuvo entre los cofundadores de ese Comité, publica el sitio web de la Presidencia. | Al agradecer el recibimiento, Col…
(2026-02-12). La educación en Cienfuegos mantiene los procesos ante al asedio energético impuesto por Estados Unidos. radiohc.cu La provincia cubana de Cienfuegos continúa el proceso educativo y sigue parámetros actualizados con las indicaciones nacionales en los niveles educativos de Primera Infancia, Especial, Primaria y Secundaria Básica junto a los preuniversitarios, Escuela Pedagógica y la Enseñanza Técnica Profesional. Director General de Educación en el centro y sur, Lionel Meneses Gómez. | El Director General de Educación en el centro y sur, Lionel Meneses Gómez, informó que mantendrán los procesos, de acuerdo con las circunstancias complejas que vive nuestro país por el déficit de combustibles consecuencia del asedio energético im…
(2026-02-12). Cuba condena y denuncia nueva escalada del cerco económico de Estados Unidos. workers.org 
Autor: Granma | internet@granma.cu El Gobierno Revolucionario condena en los términos más enérgicos la nueva escalada del gobierno de los Estados Unidos contra Cuba, en su empeño por imponer un cerco absoluto a los suministros de combustible a nuestro país. (Foto: Ricardo López Hevia) La orden ejecutiva del Presidente estadounidense, . . . |
(2026-02-12). Podcast Las 3 del día: Resumen de las noticias publicadas en Cubadebate en esta jornada. cubadebate.cu Bienvenidas a una nueva edición de Cuba por dentro.Soy Iliana Ortega Chávez y traemos un resumen del panorama informativo en Cubadebate .
| Acompáñenos.
(2026-02-12). La propuesta de paz integral de Irán a los Estados Unidos. strategic-culture.su Jeffrey SACHS | àönete a nosotros en , y . | Escríbenos: | Mediante la negociación de una paz regional integral basada en el derecho internacional, Estados U…
(2026-02-12). Culpan a Donald Trumpo del recrudecimiento del bloqueo a Cuba. radiohc.cu 
Una Declaración del Comité Manos Fuera de Cuba, en Los àÅngeles, Estados Unidos, condena enérgicamente la cruel e imprudente orden ejecutiva de Donald Trump del 29 de enero de 2026, que declara falsamente una emergencia nacional para justificar la escalada de la agresión estadounidense contra Cuba. ´Esta orden se basa en mentiras deliberadas, amenazas inventadas y acusaciones largamente desacreditadas, utilizadas cínicamente para imponer nuevos aranceles destinados a restringir el acceso de Cuba al petróleo y castigar colectivamente al pueblo cubano ª, puntualiza el texto y añade que esta acción…
(2026-02-12). Cuba presente en la 45 Copa Independencia de Boxeo en República Dominicana. cubadebate.cu La delegación cubana participará en la 45 edición de la Copa Independencia de Boxeo, que se celebrará en Santiago de los Caballeros, República Dominicana, del 15 al 22 de febrero. El equipo estará integrado por ocho atletas, cuatro en la rama masculina y cuatro en la femenina, acompañados por tres entrenadores.
(2026-02-12). Von Der Leyen to Have New Security Unit under Her Command. globalresearch.ca Apparently, the European Commission President fears some kind of political plot or reprisal against her within the bloc. For this reason, she launched plans to create an intelligence agency under her direct command, bypassing European institutions and further monopolizing her …
(2026-02-12). La propuesta de paz integral de Irán a los Estados Unidos. strategic-culture.su Jeffrey SACHS | àönete a nosotros en , y . | Escríbenos: | Mediante la negociación de una paz regional integral basada en el derecho internacional, Estados U…
(2026-02-12). Podcast Las 3 del día: Resumen de las noticias publicadas en Cubadebate en esta jornada. cubadebate.cu Bienvenidas a una nueva edición de Cuba por dentro.Soy Iliana Ortega Chávez y traemos un resumen del panorama informativo en Cubadebate .
| Acompáñenos.
(2026-02-12). Von der Leyen terá uma nova unidade de seguranàßa sob seu comando. globalresearch.ca Aparentemente, a presidente da Comissà£o Europeia teme algum tipo de conspiraàßà£o política ou represália contra ela dentro do bloco. Por esse motivo, ela lanàßou planos para criar uma agência de inteligência sob seu comando direto, ignorando as instituiàßàµes europeias e …
(2026-02-12). Cuba refuerza su estrategia contra las drogas en medio de escalada mundial de ese flagelo. cubadebate.cu La viceministra de Justicia, Máster en Ciencias Pilar Varona Estrada, ofreció este miércoles en la Mesa Redonda un exhaustivo informe sobre el enfrentamiento al flagelo de las drogas en el país, en un contexto internacional signado por la producción récord de sustancias ilícitas, la expansión sin precedentes de drogas sintéticas, y el recrudecimiento del tráfico de cocaína.
(2026-02-12). Serie de las Américas: Cuba avanza a semifinales tras victoria sobre Colombia. cubadebate.cu Cuba derrotó hoy 8-7 a los colombianos Caimanes de Barranquilla en el estadio Fórum La Guaira y consiguió el último boleto disponible a las semifinales de la Serie de las Américas.
(2026-02-12). Serie de las Américas: Cuba avanza a semifinales tras victoria sobre Colombia. cubadebate.cu Cuba derrotó hoy 8-7 a los colombianos Caimanes de Barranquilla en el estadio Fórum La Guaira y consiguió el último boleto disponible a las semifinales de la Serie de las Américas.
(2026-02-12). Comisión Nacional de Béisbol anuncia equipo Todos Estrellas de la 64 SNB y los jugadores que viajarán a Nicaragua. cubadebate.cu La Comisión Nacional de Beisbol informó este miércoles la conformación del equipo Todos Estrellas de la 64 Serie Nacional de Beisbol, así como la nómina de 30 jugadores que representarán a Cuba en una gira de cuatro partidos amistosos en Nicaragua. El anuncio tuvo lugar en el Estadio Latinoamericano, donde el director de la SNB, Carlos Martín, presentó la selección integral de los mejores atletas.
(2026-02-12). Comisión Nacional de Béisbol anuncia equipo Todos Estrellas de la 64 SNB y los jugadores que viajarán a Nicaragua. cubadebate.cu La Comisión Nacional de Beisbol informó este miércoles la conformación del equipo Todos Estrellas de la 64 Serie Nacional de Beisbol, así como la nómina de 30 jugadores que representarán a Cuba en una gira de cuatro partidos amistosos en Nicaragua. El anuncio tuvo lugar en el Estadio Latinoamericano, donde el director de la SNB, Carlos Martín, presentó la selección integral de los mejores atletas.
(2026-02-12). La centralità di Pechino nel 2026: diplomazia, mercato e nuova architettura delle relazioni internazionali. strategic-culture.su Le visite di inizio 2026 mostrano una tendenza chiara: governi di aree politiche diverse cercano in Cina mercati, stabilità e interlocuzione strategica. Si tratta di un segnale di una riconfigurazione profonda degli equilibri internazionali. | Segue nostro L'inizio del 2026 ha consegnato un'immagine molto chiara della fase internazionale in corso, nella quale la Cina non è più soltanto un attore economico imprescindibile, ma sempre più u…
(2026-02-12). La centralità di Pechino nel 2026: diplomazia, mercato e nuova architettura delle relazioni internazionali. strategic-culture.su Le visite di inizio 2026 mostrano una tendenza chiara: governi di aree politiche diverse cercano in Cina mercati, stabilità e interlocuzione strategica. Si tratta di un segnale di una riconfigurazione profonda degli equilibri internazionali. | Segue nostro L'inizio del 2026 ha consegnato un'immagine molto chiara della fase internazionale in corso, nella quale la Cina non è più soltanto un attore economico imprescindibile, ma sempre più u…
(2026-02-12). US military laser tech and cartel drones stir airspace confusion in Texas. scmp.com For a few hours on Wednesday, the sleepy airport of El Paso, Texas, became a sudden flashpoint for confusion. | Late Tuesday night, the Federal Aviation Administration issued a terse notice to pilots that airspace in the area would close – for an unprecedented 10 days – due to "special security reasons". And then almost as suddenly, the FAA lifted the restrictions on Wednesday morning. | Conflicting accounts of what prompted the action in the first place quickly emerged.
(2026-02-12). Pentagon weapons test forces closure of El Paso Airport. wsws.org The seven-hour shutdown was ordered by the FAA out of concern that US military anti-drone weapons might hit commercial air traffic.
(2026-02-12). María Haro Sly: Sprawl as Subject. newleftreview.org María Haro Sly on Carlos Pagni, El Nudo. The Buenos Aires periphery as a political subject, from the early workers' movement to Javier Milei.
(2026-02-12). María Haro Sly: Sprawl as Subject. newleftreview.org María Haro Sly on Carlos Pagni, El Nudo. The Buenos Aires periphery as a political subject, from the early workers' movement to Javier Milei.
(2026-02-12). Why was El Paso airspace shut down? Drones, security fears and confusion. aljazeera.com The FAA initially announced a 10-day airspace closure but removed the restriction less than eight hours later.
(2026-02-12). Canada's deadliest mass shooting in decades leaves 9 dead, 25 injured. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- Nine people were killed and at least 25 others injured in a mass shooting at a secondary school in the remote British Columbia community of Tumbler Ridge on Tuesday, in what authorities describe as one of Canada's deadliest gun attacks in decades.The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) responded to reports of an active shooter at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School at approximately 1: 20 p.m. local time. Officers found six victims dead inside the school, while a seventh died en route to the hospital. Two additional victims were later discovered at a nearby private residence connected to the suspect.Police sa…