(2026-08-08). US expects deal soon on Strait of Hormuz; Sunni powers unite in defense pact. al-monitor.com By Steve Holland and Timour AzhariWASHINGTON/RIYADH, Aug 7 (Reuters) – A U.S. official on Fridayreported progress between Iran and Oman that could soon reopen the Strait of Hormuz, potentially restoring oil exports that have been disrupted by the five-month-old U.S. war with Iran.The U.S. official, who declined to be identified, said Washington anticipated an agreement soon between the two countries, which sit on either side of the strait, so that normal oil traffic could resume.
(2026-08-08). US official: We expect a deal soon between Iran and Oman on Strait of Hormuz. al-monitor.com WASHINGTON, Aug 7 (Reuters) – Progress is being made between Iran and Oman on the Strait of Hormuz and "we expect a deal soon," a U.S. official told Reuters on Friday.Once a deal is announced to restore commercial shipping without impediments, the United States will lift its blockade of Iranian ports, the official said."There is progress between Oman and Iran on the Strait, and we expect a deal soon," the official said. "Once the deal is announced to restore commercial shipping without impediments, the United States will lift the blockade of Iranian ports."
(2026-08-08). Factbox-What is the Patriot missile system and why are supplies depleted worldwide? al-monitor.com WASHINGTON, Aug 7 (Reuters) – First used in the 1991 Gulf War, the U.S. Patriot air defense system has seen demand spike sharply this year, with supplies of interceptor missiles depleted by Ukraine's war against the Russian invasion and the widening war in the Middle East.Ukraine is urgently seeking more Patriot interceptors to defend against a nightly barrage of Russian ballistic missile strikes. But the Iran war has drained arsenals in the U.S. and the Gulf, and some European countries are holding onto missiles they may need for their own defense.
(2026-08-08). Lebanon, Israel agree shortlist of countries that could send troops to verify Hezbollah disarmament. al-monitor.com By Maya GebeilyBEIRUT, Aug 7 (Reuters) – Lebanon and Israel have agreed a shortlist of countries that could send troops to verify the disarmament of Hezbollah under a U.S.-brokered agreement, a Lebanese official said on Friday, with the United States due to pick countries from the list.The official declined to identify any of the countries on the shortlist or say how many there were. Another Lebanese official and two foreign diplomats have previously told Reuters that Israel and the United States had vetoed France.
(2026-08-08). Book Review: "AIPAC on steroids" mronline.org 
Eli Clifton and Ian Lustick's book, "Israel's Lobby: America in the Grip of a Foreign Power," offers a powerful critique of how the Israel Lobby subverts democracy at home and ensures U.S. support for Israeli aggression, apartheid, and genocide abroad.
(2026-08-08). 'To the victor belong the spoils': Trump flaunts U.S. plunder of Venezuela. mronline.org Trump has escalated his openly imperialist rhetoric against Venezuela, portraying the South American country as a neocolonial possession whose sovereign resources Washington may plunder as the "spoils" of military aggression.
(2026-08-08). Cuba en Santo Domingo 2026: àöltima jornada de los Juegos Centroamericanos. cubadebate.cu Los XXV Juegos Centroamericanos y del Caribe Santo Domingo 2026 apagan su llama tras quince intensas jornadas cargadas de alegrías, pero también de sinsabores para la delegación cubana. Este viernes, la Isla cosechó importantes resultados en diversas disciplinas, destacando el oro en kárate, la victoria del balonmano masculino y una jornada dorada en el atletismo con cinco títulos. A ello se sumó el aporte de Dayira Mesa en el boxeo, quien se convirtió en la primera cubana en coronarse en estos eventos…
(2026-08-08). Cuba brilla con oro y plata en certamen de ballet en Sudáfrica. radiohc.cu Dos estudiantes de la Escuela Nacional de Ballet Fernando Alonso exhiben hoy los frutos de la enseñanza de ese arte en Cuba, al conquistar cinco medallas de oro y una de plata en el Concurso Internacional de Ballet de Sudáfrica. | Con este reconocimiento, Greisell Lastre y Joan Manuel Riera colocaron en alto el nombre de Cuba en la arena internacional y ratificaron el talento de las nuevas generaciones de bailarines, herederos de una tradición que muestran con orgullo quienes aman esta expresión artística. | Según publicó la prestigiosa institución académica, el joven, bajo las instrucciones de la maestra Idania…
(2026-08-08). Arriba a Cuba convoy de solidaridad internacional en homenaje a Fidel. radiohc.cu Con la llegada de más de 50 activistas al Aeropuerto Internacional Frank País de Holguín comenzó hoy el III Convoy ´Nuestra América ª, iniciativa dedicada al centenario del líder de la Revolución cubana. | La brigada de solidaridad procedente de Italia cumplimentará un amplio programa de recorridos por escenarios de relevancia histórica en las provincias orientales de Granma, Santiago de Cuba y Holguín hasta el próximo 21 de agosto. | En la ruta trazada los visitantes llegarán a sitios emblemáticos vinculados a la trayectoria política y a la memoria histórica…
(2026-08-08). China realiza un nuevo donativo de 5 000 sistemas fotovoltaicos. cubadebate.cu El Gobierno chino entregó oficialmente a Cuba este viernes un segundo donativo de 5 000 sistemas fotovoltaicos, que beneficiará a los 169 municipios del país, destinado a electrificar viviendas aisladas en zonas rurales del país, así como para respaldar con energía solar centros de salud y urgencias médicas, círculos infantiles y casas de niños sin amparo filial, sucursales bancarias, entre otros…
(2026-08-08). Brigada de solidaridad de Italia y Portugal llega a Holguín para rendir homenaje a Fidel. cubadebate.cu "Amor con amor se paga", reafirmaron los integrantes de la Brigada de Solidaridad con Cuba que, procedentes de Italia y Portugal, llegaron este viernes al Aeropuerto Internacional Frank País de Holguín para cumplir un programa de actividades en varias provincias orientales, como parte de las jornadas de homenaje por el centenario del líder histórico de la Revolución cubana, Fidel Castro.
(2026-08-08). Historias que no caben en una medalla. cubadebate.cu En citas multideportivas no faltan anécdotas, confesiones, sacrificios intensos, pero desconocidos, y también felices coincidencias. Pocas veces se cuentan periodísticamente esas historias con la misma premura que las medallas. Nuestra delegación a los XXV Juegos Centroamericanos y del Caribe no escapa de ellas, dignas de compartir justo cuando al evento le quedan horas para apagar el pebetero.
(2026-08-08). Cero petróleo desde Arabia Saudita a EEUU. cubadebate.cu Por primera vez en años, debido al cierre del estrecho de Ormuz por parte de Irán y a los ataques yemeníes contra las refinerías de Aramco, las exportaciones de petróleo de Arabia Saudí a Estados Unidos han caído a cero barriles.
(2026-08-08). Autoridades de Villa Clara y Guantánamo actúan ante precios abusivos. cubadebate.cu Como resultado del análisis realizado a partir de las preocupaciones manifestadas por el pueblo sobre el incremento indiscriminado de precios minoristas de diferentes productos, se efectuó una revisión de los precios de importación, gastos de transportación, intercambios a determinados actores económicos que se dedican a la comercialización de productos alimenticios de primera necesidad…
(2026-08-08). Gaza beekeeper starts again on rooftop amid ruins of war. al-monitor.com Perched on the edge of a rooftop high above Gaza City's bombed-out landscape, Ibrahim al-Dabba lovingly tends his community of bees, cultivating a rare source of hope among the ruins of the Israel-Hamas war. | Al-Dabba and his sons, donning protective netted hats and wielding metal bee smokers, gently inspect the neat rows of teeming hives.
(2026-08-08). Sin mayores trascendencias continuó diálogo político en Venezuela. radiohc.cu Exdiputados opositores de la extinta Asamblea Nacional 2015-2020 y los representantes del Gobierno de la presidenta encargada de Venezuela, Delcy Rodríguez, desarrollaron hoy en Caracas el segundo día del diálogo nacional. | Sin mayores trascendencias que las fotos divulgadas por el presidente del parlamento y coordinador por el Ejecutivo para estos encuentros, Jorge Rodríguez, y otras fuentes oficiales, transcurrió esta nueva jornada que deberá extenderse hasta el próximo 12 de agosto. | En la primera sesión de la víspera las partes acordaron la metodología y los ciclos de trabajo a seguir. | Un comunicado divul…
(2026-08-08). Power restoration underway in 78 communities hit by storm across Belarus. eng.belta.by A total of 114 crews are continuously laboring to restore power, with 178 units of equipment deployed. The effort also involves 21 mobile diesel generator sets.
(2026-08-08). The Right has created its perfect trans athlete. mronline.org 
A lot of people in and around the WNBA are talking about trans women.
(2026-08-08). Unitree Robotics unveils STAR Market IPO pricing. ecns.cn Unitree Robotics has priced its Shanghai initial public offering at 150.80 yuan (about $22.34), the company said on Thursday, with online and offline subscription kicking off next Monday.
(2026-08-08). Decoding BJP's Operation 360. ummid.com The BJP's 'Operation 360' is not merely a strategy for electoral supremacy; it is a fundamental threat to the delicate balance of our federal republic, the sanctity of our vote, and the very spirit of Indian democracy.
(2026-08-08). Summer-fall bird hunting season opens in Belarus. eng.belta.by Hunting is permitted during daylight hours by firearm (from ambush, by stalking, by vehicle using small watercraft without engines or with engines turned off) and by non-firearm methods (using birds of prey).
(2026-08-08). How Can Managed IT Simplify Remote Work? moguldom.com Remote work gives employees flexibility, but it also creates new technology challenges for businesses. Slow VPN connections, unsecured personal devices, inconsistent software updates, and delayed technical support can affect productivity and increase cybersecurity risks. The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) recommends securing remote access and continuously monitoring systems to reduce these risks. This …
(2026-08-08). The End of an 80-Year Dream : North Korea's New Geopolitical Doctrine. moderndiplomacy.eu North Korea officially gave up on its dream of unification with the South in January 2024. Though this may appear relatively insignificant, after all, who believes in such hopes? The news still comes as a big shock to many observers and carries considerable ramifications .As well as signaling a far more unstable relationship between the …
(2026-08-08). NATO's Escalation Problem: The New Psychology of Russian Provocation. moderndiplomacy.eu Every time Russia crosses a line NATO said mattered and NATO's response looks functionally identical to its response to the previous violation, the alliance doesn't just fail to deter; it actively teaches Moscow where the real ceiling is. The Russian missile that landed in Poland on July 30 was met with scrambled jets, activated air …
(2026-08-08). EconoScope | Why China remains central to global chains of industries despite tariffs. ecns.cn More than a year after the United States imposed reciprocal tariffs on Chinese goods, many multinational companies that shifted production to Southeast Asia are moving parts of their supply chains back to China, underscoring the country's enduring manufacturing advantages.
(2026-08-08). CAT 2026 Registration Starts, Last Date of Application Sep 15. ummid.com CAT 2026 Registration: Online registration for Common Admission Test (CAT 2026) has started from today i.e. Monday August 03, 2026, the Indian Institutes of Management (IIM) said.
(2026-08-08). FIFA in turmoil: Middle East takes center stage as Infantino fights to stay in power. al-monitor.com Amid the backlash to FIFA President Gianni Infantino's controversial investment plan, upcoming World Cup hosts Morocco and Saudi Arabia have starring roles in the drama.
(2026-08-08). 138 endangered stork chicks hatch as China, Russia strengthen cross-border protection. ecns.cn Honghe National Nature Reserve in northeast China's Heilongjiang Province has bred 138 healthy Oriental white stork chicks this year, as China and Russia strengthen cross-border protection for the endangered migratory bird, the reserve said Thursday.
(2026-08-08). African developers favor Chinese AI models for lower costs, greater control. ecns.cn African developers are increasingly choosing Chinese AI models for their lower costs, relatively modest computing requirements and ability to be deployed and customized independently, The New York Times reported Wednesday.
newarab.com (2026-08-07). Investigate Israel's killing of Lebanese journalist Amal Khalil as war crime, rights groups sayThe killing of Lebanese journalist Amal Khalil and the serious wounding of photojournalist Zeinab Faraj by the Israeli military earlier this year was a direct attack on civilians and should be treated as a war crime, Amnesty International and Human Rights Watch said in a press conference in Beirut on Thursday. Khalil, a journalist with Al-Akhbar, and freelancer Faraj, who was working as her camera operator, were attacked by the Israeli military on 22 April as they were working in southern Lebanon.
(2026-08-08). How Saudi-Turkey-Pakistan pact puts regional strategy to test. al-monitor.com The defense agreement is not an anti-Iran bloc, but it may reflect a deeper regional adjustment to years of Iranian asymmetric warfare as well as uncertainty over US security commitments.
(2026-08-08). DTE Maha Post SSC Diploma 2026 Round 4 Allotment – Steps, Link. ummid.com The Directorate of Technical Education (DTE) Maharashtra is releasing on its official website "poly26.dtemaharashtra.gov.in" today i.e. Thursday August 06, 2026 the CAP Round 4 Seat Allotment Result of the students seeking admission in the First Year Post SSC Diploma Technical and Polytechnic Courses in Engineering / Technology for the year 2026-27.
(2026-08-08). MCC NEET UG 2026 AIQ Counselling Starts: Link, Steps to Apply. ummid.com The Medical Counseling Committee (MCC) is starting through its official website 'mcc.nic.in' from today i.e. Wednesday August 05, 2026 Online Registration of candidates for MCC NEET UG All India Quota (AIQ) Counselling 2026 Round 1.
(2026-08-08). TCM used to treat patients on flights. ecns.cn A recent in-flight medical emergency highlighted how traditional Chinese medicine techniques can complement emergency care in unexpected settings.
(2026-08-08). 4.9-magnitude earthquake strikes Sichuan's Yibin. ecns.cn A 4.9 magnitude earthquake struck Gao County in Yibin, southwest China's Sichuan Province, at 1: 08 p.m. Friday, according to the China Earthquake Networks Center.
(2026-08-08). Beijing parks put 72 robots to work as guides, cleaners and wildlife monitors. ecns.cn A first batch of 72 robots is being deployed this summer across 14 municipal parks in Beijing, including the Summer Palace, Temple of Heaven Park and Yuyuantan Park, taking on tasks ranging from visitor guidance and cleaning to ecological monitoring and water rescue.
(2026-08-08). China's foreign trade up 17.3% in first seven months of 2026. ecns.cn China's total goods trade reached 30.13 trillion yuan (about $4.46 trillion) in the first seven months of 2026, up 17.3% year on year, according to data released by the General Administration of Customs on Friday.
(2026-08-08). Budding Nuclear Scientists from 19 Countries Sit in INSO 2026 Practical in Jeddah. ummid.com As many as 60 budding nuclear scientists representing 19 countries Tuesday August 4, 2026 appeared in the Practical Exams conducted by International Nuclear Science Olympiad (INSO) in Jeddah.
(2026-08-08). A tribute to Johanna Fernandez. mronline.org 
Johanna Fernandez left a powerful and revolutionary legacy through her scholarship and activism.
(2026-08-08). Comicomment: What's behind the 'China overcapacity' hype. ecns.cn China's industrial capacity is a driver of global economic recovery, not a threat. Trying to dim others' lights will not make one's own shine brighter; blocking cooperation will only hold back one's own future.
(2026-08-08). Pacific Islands Forum fails to reach consensus on anti-missile statement against China. asiapacificreport.nz 
By Susana Suisuiki of RNZ Pacific Disagreement from some China-aligned Pacific Islands countries has prevented regional countries within the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) issuing a joint statement against missile testing in the Pacific. At their meeting in Suva on Friday, PIF foreign ministers failed to agree on a unified statement against China after it fired…
(2026-08-08). New worker camp serves Shanghai airport Phase IV expansion. ecns.cn A worker camp serving the airfield section of Shanghai Pudong International Airport Phase IV Expansion Project was officially put into use on Thursday.
(2026-08-08). DME MP NEET UG 2026 Counselling Starts: Steps, Link to Apply. ummid.com Department of Medical Education (DME) Madhya Pradesh is starting from today i.e. Wednesday August 05, 2026 through its official website 'dme.mponline.gov.in' registration of students, who wish to participate in the MP NEET UG Medical (MBBS) and Dental (BDS) Counselling 2026.
(2026-08-08). Christian Sorace & David Sneath: Steppe Transitions. newleftreview.org Mongolia's diverse ecology was the site of revolutionary transformations in the twentieth century, when the principal source of wealth—the livestock herd—was sequentially the basis of feudal class, collective resource and a privatized asset. The socialist making of a nation-state and its capitalist unmaking—a materialist account.
(2026-08-08). UP NEET UG 2026 Counselling: Registration Starts, Last Date Aug 12. ummid.com The Directorate General of Medical Education and Training Uttar Pradesh (DGME UP) has started through its official website 'upneet.gov.in' from today i.e. Friday August 07, 2026 Online Registration for the First Round of Counselling for students seeking admission in First Year MBBS (Medical) and BDS (Dental) for the year 2026-27 in Government/Private colleges.
(2026-08-08). BRICS Culture Working Group meeting begins in Bhopal. ummid.com The four-day BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa), Culture Working Group meeting began in Bhopal on Wednesday August 05, 2026 with discussions revolving on initiatives to advance cultural cooperation on the inaugural day.
(2026-08-08). Iraqi PM, Saudi intelligence chief discuss regional security as militias delay response. al-monitor.com Aug 7 (Reuters) – Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi met Saudi general intelligence chief Khalid al-Humaidan on Friday to discuss coordination over regional security developments, the prime minister's office said.Zaidi said Iraq would not allow its territory to be used to launch attacks or activities targeting any other country. He reiterated Baghdad's commitment to protecting its sovereignty and preventing regional escalation.
(2026-08-08). Belarus harvests over 6m tonnes of grain. eng.belta.by According to operational data as of 8 August, 6.130 million tonnes of grain have been threshed. Some 69% of the area under grain and leguminous crops has been harvested (including rapeseed, excluding corn).
(2026-08-08). Urumqi holds B2B matchmaking event for Uzbekistan export enterprises. ecns.cn A B2B matchmaking event for Uzbek export enterprises was held from Wednesday to Thursday in Urumqi, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region.
(2026-08-08). China unveils refined lunar map, empowering future moon exploration. ecns.cn A Chinese research team has completed an updated geologic map of the entire moon featuring a scale of 1: 5 million, the Institute of Geology, Chinese Academy of Geological Sciences (IGCAGS), said on Thursday.
(2026-08-08). Exodus: West Bank hardships drive out Palestinian Christians. al-monitor.com Palestinian Christians call themselves "living stones" and say they have lived continuously in the Holy Land for the last 2,000 years. Maybe not for much longer, believes Reverend Mitri Raheb. | "If the current conditions continue, there will not be a single Palestinian Christian left by 2050," said Raheb, founder and president of Dar al-Kalima University in Bethlehem, the biblical birthplace of Jesus Christ.
(2026-08-08). Régis Debray: Metamorphoses. newleftreview.org Reflections on having lived the passage from one age to another, as prospects give way to retrospects, pages to screens and time to space. With the close of one century, the onset of the next provides an occasion to take stock of what has been lost—and what gained—in the transition.
(2026-08-08). Belarusian Arol claims silver at European Pentathlon Championships. eng.belta.by Earlier in her career, Anastasiya Arol (under her maiden name Malashenoka) was a medalist at World Cup stages and a world and European junior champion in relay events.
(2026-08-08). Comicomment: Behind the 'China overcapacity' hype lies U.S. anxiety. ecns.cn As global supply chains are reshaping, some countries are politicizing trade issues, promoting the "China overcapacity" narrative, and imposing more restrictions on Chinese companies under the guise of protecting their own interests.
(2026-08-08). GATE 2027: DigiLocker is Mandatory for Registration. ummid.com Candidates, who are planning to apply for GATE 2027, should note that IIT Madras has made DigiLocker compulsory for the registration of Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering conducted for Postgraduate admissions, financial scholarships, and PSU job recruitment.
(2026-08-08). BJP Loses Party President's Bastion, Bankipur, to Prashant Kishor. ummid.com In a major setback, the Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) has lost the Bankipur Assembly seat in Bihar — a citadel of the Party President, Nitin Nabin, to Jan Suraaj Party Founder Prashant Kishor.
(2026-08-08). Alternative water sources make up over 45% of Hangzhou's sanitation use. ecns.cn East China's Hangzhou City has increased the use of treated river water and reclaimed water in sanitation operations, with the two sources accounting for 45.37% of the city's total sanitation water use in the first half of this year.
(2026-08-08). Katie Ebner-Landy: Norm Smuggling? newleftreview.org Katie Ebner-Landy on Rahel Jaeggi, Progress and Regression. A critical theorist reformulates the concept of progress as social-reflexive problem-solving.
(2026-08-08). CLAT 2027 Registration Underway – Link, Steps to Apply. ummid.com The Consortium of National Law Universities (NALSAR) has started Online Registration and Application Process for Common Law Admission Test 2027 — CLAT 2027, to be held in the month of December.
(2026-08-08). Northeast China looks to Aug. 7 for heat relief as autumn begins. ecns.cn A social media hashtag saying "It feels like all of northeast China is waiting for Aug. 7" trended Thursday, as residents looked forward to a sharp cooldown on Friday, which marks Start of Autumn (li qiu), one of China's 24 traditional solar terms.
(2026-08-08). Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 Counselling Begins; Steps, Link to Apply. ummid.com The Maharashtra CET Cell has started through its official website 'medical2026.mahacet.org' Online Registration for NEET UG 2026 Counselling conducted for Admission in Health Science Courses Medical (MBBS) and Dental (BDS).
(2026-08-08). Rahul Gandhi Joins War Against E20 Petrol. ummid.com After months of lull, Leader of Opposition (LoP) and Congress MP Rahul Gandhi finally joined the war against E20 Petrol, announcing to take the matter on a massive scale in the upcoming days.
(2026-08-08). Calls to permanently pedestrianise central Belfast following festival success. thecanary.co 
Campaigners have called on north of Ireland infrastructure minister Liz Kimmins to ensure Belfast stays a walkable city. The demand comes after pedestrianisation of the city centre has proved a huge success during a major festival. The north's largest city is currently hosting the Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann for the first time. The event is […] | By
(2026-08-08). Cockroach Found in Adelanto ICE Detention Cell. lataco.com A detainee from Adelanto ICE Detention Center showed L.A. TACO a live cockroach during a video call. It's not the first time they have found roaches in their cell.
(2026-08-08). U.S. scholar: U.S. turns the Xinjiang issue into a "presumption of guilt" tool. ecns.cn "The UFLPA has no legitimate legal foundation under international law. It violates basic WTO rules and international trade norms. Its enforcement criteria are fatally flawed, adopting an unfair presumption that treats all related entities as guilty without evidence." Josef Gregory Mahoney, professor of politics and international relations at East China Normal University, said in the latest News Lounge with China News Network.
(2026-08-08). Jordan shores up US lifelines as Iran targets Amman's reliance on Washington. al-monitor.com Already a leading recipient of US aid, Jordan has secured fresh funds from the United States as the Iran war tests Amman and Washington's partnerships.
(2026-08-08). How Yogi Govt in UP Turned Taxpayers' Money into Political PR Machine. ummid.com The Uttar Pradesh government's reported expenditure of ‚Çπ6,811.94 crore on advertisements over eight years is not merely a financial statistic it is a stark indictment of misplaced priorities and the growing use of public money for political image-building.
(2026-08-08). Bankipur By-Election Result 2026: BJP's Sinha trails behind Prashant Kishor. ummid.com BJP candidate Neeraj Kumar Sinha is trailing behind Jan Suraaj Party Founder Prashant Kishor in the the Bankipur Assembly seat where counting of votes for the July 2026 by-election is underway.
(2026-08-08). Chinese college students send self-developed satellite into orbit. ecns.cn A student satellite team from Harbin Institute of Technology successfully launched its self-developed Lilac-3 satellite into orbit, marking a milestone for a young team involved in independent satellite development.
(2026-08-08). The Periodic Table Is a Sanctions Weapon Now. moderndiplomacy.eu On 23 July, the EU adopted its toughest sanctions package yet against Russian oil and gas revenue — asset freezes on 94 banks, an expanded shadow-fleet tanker list, a squeeze aimed squarely at the money funding Moscow's war. On 24 July, China responded. Not with oil, not with a currency peg, but with scandium, yttrium, …
(2026-08-08). What Smart Homeowners Notice Before an Exterior Renovation Goes Sideways. moguldom.com Your home's exterior does more than look presentable from the street. It controls energy loss, handles weather stress, protects structural materials, and quietly shapes resale value. If you're planning repairs or upgrades, small decisions can snowball fast. A cheap material choice, a rushed contractor bid, or ignored water damage can turn a straightforward project into …
(2026-08-08). Meet Resham Fatma, India's 1st Acid Attack Survivor, to Receive Chevening Scholarship. ummid.com In a remarkable journey of grit and determination, Resham Fatma, has become India's first acid attack survivor to receive the UK government's prestigious Chevening Scholarship.
(2026-08-08). Thea Riofrancos: The New World Climate Order. newleftreview.org An interview about the new parameters of climate politics, with the breakdown of global consensus. As the EU re-opens coal-fired plants and the US shuts down wind farms, China gouges the earth to churn out cheap green-energy products—and is met by anti-extractivist protestors.
(2026-08-08). Lessons of Japanese militarism's aggression must forever serve as alarm: spokesperson. ecns.cn The devastation and tragedies brought by nuclear weapons should never repeat themselves, and the lessons of Japanese militarism's aggression and expansion must forever serve as an alarm, a Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson said Thursday.
(2026-08-08). Chinese, foreign visitors join millennium-old folk celebration in Qinghai. ecns.cn The annual Regong June Festival reached its summer peak on Tuesday in Tongren, northwest China's Qinghai Province, as elaborately dressed performers beat drums and performed traditional dances amid incense smoke.
(2026-08-08). Winners of CIS competition "The Art of the Book" named in Minsk. eng.belta.by The winners of the 23rd International Competition "The Art of the Book" of the CIS member states were announced in Minsk, the Information Ministry told BelTA.
(2026-08-08). French newlyweds choose Minsk as wedding destination. eng.belta.by The newlyweds were spotted during a photo session in the center of the capital.
(2026-08-08). Henan promotes paid leave policy to encourage flexible vacations. ecns.cn Henan Province has introduced measures to encourage employees to take paid annual leave, aiming to make paid leave easier to take while boosting tourism and consumption.
(2026-08-08). Middle route of South-to-North Water Diversion transfers over 80 billion cubic meters of water to north China. ecns.cn As of Friday, the middle route of the South-to-North Water Diversion Project's has transferred over 80 billion cubic meters of water to northern regions, benefiting nearly 118 million people, the Ministry of Water Resources, data released on Friday showed.
(2026-08-08). Jack Copley: Rentier Regimes. newleftreview.org Jack Copley on Timothy Mitchell, The Alibi of Capital. Capital re-conceptualized as terraforming expropriation of the future.
(2026-08-08). Belarusian wrestlers Kazlou and Dziatlau win tournament in Romania. eng.belta.by Belarusian freestyle wrestlers won four medals on the first day of the Ion Cornianu & Ladislau Simon International Tournament in Romania.
(2026-08-08). Mecca Pact: How Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and Pakistan Are Reshaping West Asia's Security. moderndiplomacy.eu The Mecca Compact in Brief On 7 August 2026, in the presence of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan signed the Mecca (Makkah) Joint Defense Agreement, a trilateral collective-defense compact declaring that an armed attack on any one of the three shall be treated as an attack on all. This is …
(2026-08-08). Why is the U.S. government targeting Chinese sunflower seeds and dumplings. ecns.cn On July 31, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security added 43 more Chinese companies to its entity list under the so-called Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA). | "When even sunflower seeds and dumplings are labeled as a 'threat,' it exposes the absurdity of the U.S. move," Josef Gregory Mahoney, professor of politics and international relations at East China Normal University, said in the latest News Lounge with China News Network.
(2026-08-08). What You Should Know Before Installing a New Air Conditioning System in a Property. moguldom.com If you own, rent, invest in, or manage property, air conditioning stops being a luxury pretty quickly. It affects comfort, energy bills, tenant satisfaction, resale value, and even how long your equipment survives without throwing a dramatic mechanical tantrum in July. For real estate readers, the bigger question isn't whether cooling matters. It's how to …
(2026-08-08). Tom Mertes: Manufacturing Impunity. newleftreview.org Tom Mertes on Richard Beck, Homeland. Origins and afterlives of America's long War on Terror.
(2026-08-08). SC initiates contempt proceedings against BJP govt in Madhya Pradesh. ummid.com The Supreme Court of India Wednesday August 05, 2026 initiated contempt proceedings against the BJP government in Madhya Pradesh over its decision to halt the Bhopal Municipal Corporation's sealing drive to clear illegal commercial establishments operating from residential areas.
(2026-08-08). Factory tours gain popularity among Chinese summer travelers. ecns.cn Factory tours have emerged as a new trend in China's summer travel market, according to a report released by online travel platform Tongcheng Travel on Wednesday.
(2026-08-08). Chinese research vessel Tan Kah Kee makes first visit to Sabah, Malaysia. ecns.cn The 3,600-tonne research vessel Tan Kah Kee, operated by Xiamen University, docked for the first time in Kota Kinabalu, capital of Malaysia's Sabah state, offering a two-day free visit for local residents starting Thursday.
(2026-08-08). Javier Moreno Zacarés: Dynamics of American Capitalism. newleftreview.org Following his widely praised Ages of American Capitalism, Jonathan Levy's The Real Economy proposes a theoretical counterpart, grounding a concept of capital in a fusion of Smith, Keynes, Freud, Deleuze and Guatarri. Javier Moreno Zacarés responds with a thoroughgoing critical engagement, ranging from the 'transition debate' to the AI bubble.
(2026-08-08). As pro-Palestinian candidates gain ground, will influence wane? al-monitor.com The American Israel Public Affairs Committee's influence has weakened in the Democratic Party and may also be at risk among Republicans.
(2026-08-08). How Crisis Management Software Coordinates Critical Response. moguldom.com A critical event strains judgment, communication, and timing at the same time. Staff need verified facts, a clear chain of action, and immediate contact with responders. Trouble often grows when records sit in separate systems or key details stay trapped in memory. Coordination improves when one platform ties locations, procedures, and people into a usable …
(2026-08-08). Maha Direct 2nd Yr Pharmacy 2026 Round 1 Allotment – Direct Link. ummid.com Maharashtra CET Cell is set to publish today i.e. Thursday August 06, 2026 on its official website 'dsp2026.mahacet.org.in' Provisional Allotment Result of CAP Round I of candidates who have registered for admission in Direct 2nd Year Pharmacy (B Pharmacy and Pharm D) courses for the year 2026-27.
(2026-08-08). Jiangxi adds 290,000 new urban jobs in H1. ecns.cn Jiangxi registered 290,000 new urban jobs in the first half of 2026, fulfilling 71% of its annual target, the Provincial Department of Human Resources and Social Security said Thursday.
(2026-08-08). Asia's Shifting Balance of Power and the New Regional Order. moderndiplomacy.eu The foundational principles of the balance of power has found its textual footing primarily through the works of Hans Morgenthou and Kenneth Waltz. It was formalised as a core principle of diplomacy and international relations following the Peace of Westphalia (1648) and the Treaty of Utrecht (1713) and is generally considered as an Eurocentric concept. …
(2026-08-08). Anton Jà§ger: Hyperpolitics in Command? newleftreview.org A diagnosis of the scrambled political culture of today's Atlantic elites, with Trump read as symptom as much as cause. Can the concept of hyperpolitics help to decipher the strategic incoherence and foreshortened horizons of the West's fractious ruling-class blocs?
(2026-08-08). Rawcut Creative: Is It Still Top Dog For B2B Websites And Branding In 2026? moguldom.com We recently became interested in Rawcut Creative, a Chicago-based website design and branding agency offering SEO and content. We wanted to see if it was good and if it delivers on its promises. We know that a lot of companies are interested in finding agencies that can provide them with high-quality, original branding. Many firms …
(2026-08-08). Dr. Abdul El-Sayed wins Michigan Democratic Primary for Senate. ummid.com Egyptian-American Dr. Abdul El-Sayed has won the Michigan Democratic Primary for Senate, a result seen is a major blow to pro-Israeli Zionist lobby.
(2026-08-08). DME MP NEET UG 2026 Counselling Schedule Published. ummid.com Department of Medical Education (DME) Madhya Pradesh has published on its official website 'dme.mponline.gov.in' NEET UG Counselling Date and Schedule 2026 conducted for admission in Medical and Dental courses (MBBS and BDS) for the academic year 2026-27.
(2026-08-08). Australia, world leader in arresting climate protesters, drops 130 charges. asiapacificreport.nz By Michael West NSW Police have dropped charges against the remaining climate protesters from Rising Tide's 2024 People's Blockade of Newcastle Harbour — the site of the world's largest coal port. Climate Defenders Australia, which represented 117 of the arrestees, had repeatedly petitioned police to withdraw anti-protest charges after they failed to prosecute test cases,…
(2026-08-08). TN NEET UG 2026 Counselling: List of not-Eligible Candidates Published. ummid.com The Tamil Nadu Medical Selection Committee has published on its official website 'tnmedicalselection.net' the list of candidates who have registered for NEET UG 2026 MBBS (Medical) and BDS (Dental) Counselling but have been found ineligible for different reasons.
(2026-08-08). How Brokers Make Money With Zero Commission. moguldom.com "Zero commission" has become one of the most powerful phrases in financial technology. It helped online brokers attract millions of new users, encouraged traditional firms to reduce headline fees, and made investing feel almost as simple as downloading an app. But a zero-dollar commission does not mean that a broker operates for free. It usually …
(2026-08-08). SpaceX rocket debris crashes on Moon. ummid.com NASA and SpaceX are tracking Falcon 9 debris that crashed on Moon early in the morning Wednesday August 05, 2026.
(2026-08-08). Holy Quran verse viral after El-Sayed wins Michigan US Senate Primary. ummid.com A Holy Quran verse is viral after Dr Abdul El-Sayed won the Michigan Democratic Primary for US Senate in a close contest Wednesday August 05, 2026.
(2026-08-08). Maha Direct 2nd Yr Engg 2026 Round 1 Allotment – Direct Link. ummid.com Maharashtra CET Cell is set to release today i.e. Tuesday August 04, 2026 on its official website 'dse2026.mahacet.org.in' Provisional Allotment Result of CAP Round I of candidates who have registered for admission in Direct 2nd Year Engineering and Technology (BE and B Tech) courses for the year 2026-27.
(2026-08-08). Trump ally Abelardo de la Espriella sworn in as Colombia president. geo.tv Colombia's President-elect Abelardo de la Espriella speaks during a security summit with mayors and security secretaries from Colombia's main cities ahead of his inauguration on August 7 in Cali, in Barranquilla, Colombia, August 4, 2026. — ReutersColombia's new president…
(2026-08-07). Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan sign defence pact amid regional war. al-monitor.com Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan signed a joint defence agreement on Friday amid violence in the region from Houthi attacks and the US-Iran war. | Riyadh is looking to strengthen its security ties against the backdrop of war between the United States and Iran, which has drawn in surrounding nations and disrupted shipping through the Strait of Hormuz and Red Sea.
(2026-08-07). Can the World Achieve Energy Security After the Iran War? moderndiplomacy.eu The Iran war has fundamentally reshaped global energy security calculations, forcing fuel importing nations to confront an uncomfortable reality. The disruption of the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world's most important energy corridors, has exposed the vulnerability of countries that rely heavily on imported oil, natural gas, and refined fuels. While policymakers broadly agree …
(2026-08-07). Iran-Oman deal over Hormuz takes shape as war-weary US looks on. al-monitor.com Trump administration appears poised to concede Iran and Oman's management of Hormuz in hope that Tehran eventually fold on its nuclear program.
(2026-08-07). China's Peaceful Rise to Green Dominance leaves Trump in the (Carbon) Dust. juancole.com ( Let's start with the obvious: Vladimir Putin's Russia is on the downhill slope. In February 2022…
(2026-08-07). Trump's Brazil Tariffs: Causing a Pivot to Asia. moderndiplomacy.eu Trump's economic strategy has widely been tied into the weaponisation of tariffs. The US-China trade war, beginning in 2018 during Trump's first term, culminated in tariffs on American and Chinese goods worth a total of $735 billion, as of August 2020. Trump's second administration continued the trade war, with American tariffs hitting 145% and Chinese …
(2026-08-07). Headlines for August 7, 2026. democracynow.org Trump Signs New Executive Orders Restricting Birthright Citizenship, Sen. Murkowski to Vote Against Blanche as AG, Trump Denies Munition Shortages While Threatening Jail Time over Leaks, Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan Sign Joint Defense Agreement, Two Top Mossad Officials Fired over Israel's Failed Plot to Topple Iranian Gov't, Houthis Kill at Least 30 Saudi-Backed Yemeni Forces, Israeli Killing of Lebanese Journalist Amal Khalil Was a War Crime: Human Rights Groups, Gaza Board of Peace Issues Construction Contract for Military Outpost in Gaza, Justin Pearson Wins Tenn. House Primary After Campaign…
(2026-08-07). Houthi missile attacks kill 58 Saudi-backed Yemeni govt forces. al-monitor.com Yemen's Iran-backed Houthis killed at least 58 government troops in missile and drone attacks on Thursday, a military source said, in one of the deadliest days of the country's civil war in four years. | The attacks come as Yemen is increasingly drawn into the US-Israeli war with Iran, with the rebels stepping up attacks against both government forces and neighbouring Saudi Arabia, a key US ally and supporter of the internationally recognised Yemeni government.
(2026-08-07). Saudi expects imminent two-pronged attack from allies, official says. al-monitor.com By Timour AzhariRIYADH, Aug 7 (Reuters) – Saudi Arabia expects imminent coordinated attacks from Iraqi militias north of the Gulf state and from Yemen's Houthis from the south under the supervision of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, a senior Saudi official said.The official, speaking on condition of anonymity, said late on Thursday that intelligence reports from Saudi Arabia, the United States and other regional countries indicated civilian and economic sites could be targeted, including energy infrastructure, ports and airports.
(2026-08-07). Latest 'Historic' Gaza Disarmament Deal As Envisioned By Trump. ummid.com Netanyahu calls Gaza Disarmament Deal inadequate, Hamas ties it to a full Israeli pullout, and Washington simultaneously readies fresh strikes on Iran – exposing how unsettled the region truly remains.
(2026-08-07). Report Back: July 29-30: Simultaneous Rallies at Four U.S. Drone Bases! indybay.org Note: This was a prelude to our upcoming Fall Actions: Creech AFB, Nov. 1-7 & Holloman AFB, Oct. 28-30. We invite all those living near a military base in and outside the U.S. to collaborate and organize simultaneous base actions this fall: ABOLISH WAR & STOP DRONE KILLING! | July 30: Day of Action for Peace with Iran | Simultaneous Rallies at Four U.S. Drone Bases: | Call on U.S. military to "stand down" and "Refuse Illegal Orders." | Called for by ShutDownDroneWarfare.org & BanKillerDrones.org | REPORT BACK : We Did It! Photos tell it all….
(2026-08-07). The rise or fail of middle powers will determine Middle East peace. responsiblestatecraft.org For more than two decades, endless wars have destabilized the Middle East, creating huge amounts of human suffering, displacement and trauma. The region is exhausted, with little faith in the possibility of peace and few structures to enable it. The region is now at an inflection point; it can continue endless violence or undertake serious mediation and conflict resolution. The war with Iran has exposed the limits of U.S. military power, leaving only one practical option on the table: pursuing negotiations that recognize the balance of power in the region and the security concerns of all parties. This require…
(2026-08-07). Trump claims he ended eight wars, so why is Putin-Zelensky hatred still beating his peace plan. hindustantimes.com U.S. President Donald Trump says progress is being made in efforts to resolve the Russia-Ukraine war, describing the conflict as one of the most difficult diplomatic challenges he has faced. Trump discussed ongoing peace efforts, the heavy casualties suffered by both sides, and the continued need for military preparedness. Addressing questions about ammunition supplies, he said the United States has significant stockpiles while rebuilding and expanding defense production. Trump also spoke about Ukraine's requests for advanced weapons systems, including long-range missiles and air defense capabilities, as negotiat…
(2026-08-07). "Zombie Law from the Victorian Era" : DOJ Could Use 1873 Comstock Act to Ban Abortion Pills by Mail. democracynow.org 
Reproductive rights activists are alarmed over a pledge by acting Attorney General Todd Blanche to institute nationwide abortion restrictions. Blanche, whose confirmation for attorney general is currently before the Senate, made the remarks in a private call with anti-abortion activists that was later posted online. According to the audio recording, Blanche said the Trump administration is pursuing policies "so that the Dobbs decision becomes permanent in every single state," referring to the 2022 Supreme Court ruling that ended the constitutional right to abortion and left the matter to individual st…
(2026-08-07). Blanche Suggests DOJ Could Use Victorian-Era Law to Ban Mailing Abortion Pills. truthout.org Reproductive rights activists are alarmed over a pledge by acting Attorney General Todd Blanche to institute nationwide abortion restrictions. Blanche, whose confirmation for attorney general is currently before the Senate, made the remarks in a private call with anti-abortion activists that was later posted online. According to the audio recording, Blanche said the Trump administration is… |
(2026-08-07). UNESCO adds sites in Palestine and Lebanon under assault from IDF to list of World Heritage in danger. wsws.org The three heritage sites have come under assault from Israel and its military.
(2026-08-07). Did Russia nuke Hiroshima. infobrics.org Hiroshima Mayor Kazumi Matsui issued a rather generic condemnation of nuclear weapons, but never even mentioned the US for dropping the atomic bomb that killed over 160,000 Japanese civilians in Hiroshima alone. Instead, he went out of his way to condemn Russia. If Japan is so concerned with civilian dying, it should accept its own historical responsibility for the brutal genocide it committed against tens of millions of Chinese who suffered under Japanese occupation throughout the 1930s and 1940s.
(2026-08-07). Holocaust descendants doubt Ed Miliband will stop UK's genocide complicity. thecanary.co 
Many Holocaust survivors and descendants have been vocally opposing the UK's complicity with Israel's genocide in Gaza since 2023. And they hope new foreign secretary Ed Miliband — himself the son of Holocaust survivors — will stop this. But as some explained to the Canary, they doubt he will. Ed Miliband's 'self-serving' careerism Miliband doesn't […] | By
(2026-08-07). Golden Gate 26 Face Retrial After Hung Jury. indybay.org The trial of 7 Bay Area Community Members for a 2024 anti-genocide protest has concluded after 7 long weeks. Jury deliberations resulted in a hung jury on the felony conspiracy change. Retrial Would Cost San Francisco Hundreds of Thousands More.
(2026-08-07). Dr. Abdul El-Sayed on Historic Michigan Win: "People Are Sick and Tired of This Politics of Hatred" democracynow.org 
We speak with Dr. Abdul El-Sayed after his victory in Michigan's primary race for U.S. Senate sent shockwaves through the Democratic Party. El-Sayed, a former public health official, ran a progressive campaign focused on affordability, Medicare for All, getting money out of politics, and opposing Israel's genocide in Gaza. He defeated Congressmember Haley Stevens, who was backed by tens of millions in outside spending including by AIPAC, the powerful pro-Israel lobby group. | "In an era where many of us can't afford basic things like groceries or rent or healthcare, the idea that your gove…
(2026-08-07). ALBA Movements condemn U.S. aggresive policies toward Cuba. radiohc.cu Organizations and social movements from 25 countries condemned US imperialist policies toward the Global South on Thursday at the Félix Varela Convention Center of the University of Havana. | With the presence of the President of the Republic, Miguel Díaz-Canel, and members of the highest leadership of the Cuban State and government, the IV Continental Assembly of ALBA Movements was inaugurated with 150 delegates from 25 countries. | Under the slogan "One Hundred Years Walking with Fidel," discussions focused on global crises and regional sovereignty. | The National Coordinator of the Committees for the Defense o…
(2026-08-07). China realiza nuevo donativo de sistemas fotovoltaicos para garantizar respaldo energético en zonas rurales. radiohc.cu 
El Gobierno chino entregó oficialmente a Cuba este viernes un segundo donativo de 5 mil sistemas fotovoltaicos, que beneficiará a los 169 municipios del país, destinado a electrificar viviendas aisladas en zonas rurales del país, así como para respaldar con energía solar centros de salud y urgencias médicas, círculos infantiles y casas de niños sin amparo filial, sucursales bancarias, entre otros, a fin de garantizar estos servicios esenciales a la población cubana. | La ceremonia de entrega se celebró en la sede del Ministerio del Comercio Exterior y la Inversión Extranjera, donde las autoridades de ambos países…
(2026-08-07). Coloreando la esperanza: ACPDI Villa Clara abre nuevas puertas a la vida. radiohc.cu 
La Asociación Cubana de Personas en Situación de Discapacidad Intelectual (ACPDI) en Villa Clara abrió las puertas de una hermosa sede en el centro de la urbe capital. Lídice Tomé Sánchez, su presidenta provincial, ofreció declaraciones exclusivas a nuestra emisora: | ´Acá en nuestra sede ya comenzamos, en esta semana, los talleres con las personas en situación de discapacidad intelectual, sus familiares y apoyos —explicó —. Esto nos hacía mucha falta, algo por lo que estaba abogando nuestra asociación, que se está haciendo ya en La Habana como centro piloto, y acá en Villa Clara, donde abrimos…
(2026-08-07). Presidente Díaz-Canel en inauguración de Encuentro de Partidos Comunistas y Obreros. radiohc.cu El primer secretario del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba (PCC) y presidente de la República, Miguel Díaz-Canel asiste este viernes en La Habana, a la inauguración del 24 Encuentro Internacional de Partidos Comunistas y Obreros (EIPCO). | El evento se realiza en vísperas de las conmemoraciones centrales por el centenario del natalicio del líder histórico de la Revolución cubana, Fidel Castro Ruz (13 de agosto), y para patentizar la solidaridad de los integrantes de esta plataforma de articulación de la izquierda progresista mundial. | La solidaridad con la mayor isla de las Antillas y la condena a la…
(2026-08-07). Primer Ministro de Namibia inicia visita oficial a Cuba. radiohc.cu El Primer Ministro de Namibia, Tjitunga Elijah Ngurare, arribó a Cuba para cumplir una visita oficial que se extenderá hasta el próximo 10 de agosto. | Según precisó el portal del Ministerio de Relaciones Exteriores, a su llegada al Aeropuerto Internacional José Martí fue recibido por la viceministra de Relaciones Exteriores, Josefina Vidal Ferreiro. | Durante su estadía, Ngurare sostendrá conversaciones oficiales con las máximas autoridades cubanas, en las que se examinará el estado de las relaciones bilaterales y las oportunidades de ampliar la cooperación en sectores de interés común. | Cuba y Namibia mantiene…
(2026-08-07). Tragedia en Tailandia: Adolescente de 14 años mata a cinco profesores y a sus abuelos. cubadebate.cu Un adolescente de 14 años mató este viernes en Tailandia a sus abuelos antes de dirigirse a su escuela, ubicada en las afueras de Bangkok, donde acabó con la vida de otras cinco personas. El estudiante mató a sus abuelos en su casa, ubicada a unos 20 kilómetros del colegio, con un arma perteneciente a su abuelo, según las autoridades.
(2026-08-07). Unión Eléctrica prevé una afectación de 2 257 MW en el pico nocturno de este viernes. cubadebate.cu Con este pronóstico se estima una disponibilidad de 1023 MW con una demanda máxima de 3250 MW, para un déficit de 2227 MW, por lo que de mantenerse las condiciones previstas se pronostica una afectación de 2257 MW en este horario.
(2026-08-07). Argentina: El Senado sancionó el proyecto de Inviolabilidad, pero excluyó los capítulos sobre Tierras y Manejo del Fuego. cubadebate.cu En la madrugada de este viernes, el Senado de Argentina aprobó en general el proyecto de Ley de Inviolabilidad de la Propiedad Privada impulsado por el Gobierno de Javier Milei, luego de una sesión maratónica que se prolongó por más de diez horas. La iniciativa logró los votos necesarios al ser sancionada con 37 votos a favor y 33 en contra.
(2026-08-07). Prensa de EE. UU. divulga filtraciones gubernamentales: La CIA estaría intensificando su labor contra Cuba. cubadebate.cu La Agencia Central de Inteligencia (CIA) de Estados Unidos ha establecido en secreto un grupo de trabajo especial para Cuba, con el objetivo de redirigir recursos financieros, humanos y técnicos para presionar al Gobierno de La Habana y forzar un quiebre en su cúpula dirigente, aseguran supuestas filtraciones publicadas por los medios estadounidenses The New York Times y Politico que, posteriormente, han sido reproducidas por todo el espectro mediático occidental.
(2026-08-07). Prensa de EEUU divulga filtraciones gubernamentales: La CIA estaría intensificando su labor contra Cuba. cubadebate.cu La Agencia Central de Inteligencia de EE. UU. ha establecido en secreto un grupo de trabajo especial para Cuba, con el objetivo de redirigir recursos financieros, humanos y técnicos para presionar al Gobierno de La Habana y forzar un quiebre en su cúpula dirigente, aseguran supuestas filtraciones publicadas por los medios estadounidenses The New York Times y Politico.
(2026-08-07). El espejismo del correo seguro: Por qué GPG/PGP es la herramienta que amamos odiar. cubadebate.cu Sean bienvenidos una vez más a Código Seguro, mis estimados lectores. Como bien es sabido en el mundo de la ciberseguridad, pocas herramientas generan un debate tan apasionado como GPG (GNU Privacy Guard), la implementación más famosa del estándar OpenPGP. Para muchos, es la navaja suiza de la privacidad, debido a que cifra, firma, autentica y otorga no repudio.
(2026-08-07). Crisis del orden mundial y resistencia popular marcan el inicio de la IV Asamblea Continental de ALBA Movimientos en Cuba. cubadebate.cu El encuentro reúne en La Habana a organizaciones sociales de América Latina para debatir los desafíos políticos del escenario internacional actual…
(2026-08-07). Díaz-Canel asiste al Encuentro Internacional de Partidos Comunistas y Obreros en La Habana. cubadebate.cu Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, primer secretario del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba y presidente de la República, asiste hoy, en La Habana, a la inauguración del 24 Encuentro Internacional de Partidos Comunistas y Obreros. El evento se realiza en vísperas de las conmemoraciones centrales por el centenario del natalicio del Comandante en Jefe Fidel Castro Ruz.
(2026-08-07). Oriente Medio sin injerencias externas: la propuesta de Irán para la estabilidad regional. cubadebate.cu Kazem Gharibabadi, Kazem Gharibabadi, viceministro de Asuntos Jurídicos e Internacionales del Ministerio de Exteriores de Irán, afirmó que la seguridad de Oriente Medio debe estar en manos de los países de la región, y destacó la "voluntad política" de varias naciones del golfo Pérsico para avanzar hacia una agenda común sin intervención externa.
(2026-08-07). Lima confirma que será sede de los próximos Juegos Deportivos Panamericanos y Parapanamericanos. cubadebate.cu Perú ratificó este jueves la decisión de que su capital, Lima, sea sede de los Juegos Deportivos Panamericanos y Parapanamericanos del próximo año, en una visita de representantes representantes de Panam Sports. La revalidación del compromiso estuvo a cargo de la nueva presidenta peruana, Keiko Fujimori.
(2026-08-07). Political struggle of far-right ally Smotrich shows faultline in Netanyahu coalition. al-monitor.com By Emily RoseBEIT EL, West Bank, Aug 7 (Reuters) – Israel's far-right Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich faces a fight for political survival in elections in October after angering his fellow West Bank settlers by voting not to punish ultra-Orthodox Jews who refuse to serve in the military.The political travails of Smotrich are a sign of how tricky it will be for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to shepherd allies in his quarrelsome coalition through the October 27 election, Israel's first since the start of the Gaza war.
(2026-08-07). Saturday 8/8: Free virtual screening of the documentary film "Surviving: Orphans of Gaza" indybay.org Zoom | us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_gXcr……
(2026-08-07). Bibi does not want peace? Turkey accuses Israel of killing Gaza roadmap with terror tactics. hindustantimes.com Turkey's Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan has accused Israel of delaying the next phase of the Gaza peace roadmap, claiming Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government is obstructing efforts toward a lasting agreement. Speaking in Ankara, Fidan said Israel's actions undermine plans involving a ceasefire, Israeli withdrawal, Palestinian governance, and international stabilization efforts. He also criticized Israeli policies in Gaza, the West Bank, and Jerusalem while calling for reconstruction and diplomatic action from the international community. The remarks come amid ongoing tensions over the implementation of t…
(2026-08-07). Thursday 8/6: Calling Party for Gaza! indybay.org Zoom | www.codepink.org/cp86…
(2026-08-07). Hamas signs Gaza disarmament deal with Trump's Board of Peace. ummid.com In a development described by United States President Donald Trump as 'a monumental step towards peace and security' in the region, Hamas and other Palestinian militant groups have signed a disarmament deal with the 'Board of Peace' established in January this year.
(2026-08-07). MahaRERA 2.0: Reforms Without Compromising Buyer Protection. ummid.com It is time for MahaRERA 2.0 – an approach that makes meaningful procedural changes, enables real estate to deliver better outcomes for customers, and allows the sector to function as a stronger economic engine for Maharashtra.
(2026-08-07). Saturday 8/8: Hiroshima Peace Memorial Film Screening & Ceremony. indybay.org Resource Center for Nonviolence | 612 Ocean Street | Santa Cruz, CA 95060…
(2026-08-07). Fact-Finding Report: Communal Tension Surrounding Bakra Eid in Mira Road. ummid.com In May 2026, communal tensions arose at Poonam Estate Cluster 1, a large residential complex in Mira Road under the jurisdiction of the Mira-Bhayandar Municipal Corporation (MBMC), over the temporary keeping of goats ahead of Bakra Eid (Eid al Adha). Here's The Fact Finding Report.
(2026-08-07). MCC NEET UG 2026 AIQ Counselling Schedule Published. ummid.com The Medical Counseling Committee (MCC) under Directorate General of Health Services, Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, has released on its official website 'mcc.nic.in' the MCC NEET UG Counselling Schedule for the year 2026-27 (NEET UG 2026 Counselling Date and Time) to fill the All India Quota (AIQ) seats.
(2026-08-07). Unique amulet from 3rd millennium B.C. found in Beshenkovichi District. eng.belta.by During the expedition, researchers discovered numerous artifacts primarily associated with the Northern Belarusian culture, including pottery fragments, bone, antler and flint objects, hunting weapons, fishing equipment, as well as artistic items and ornaments.
(2026-08-07). "Humanitarian challenges today are global, and so must be the solutions" icrc.org Launch of the 2025 Beijing Symposium Report…
(2026-08-07). Workers welcome 2-year suspension of UAW International staffer for death threat against Will Lehman. wsws.org On August 4, the court-appointed UAW Monitor stripped Raymond Jensen Jr., an organizer for the UAW Department of Bargaining Strategy, of his membership for two years and barred him for life from union office after ruling that his threat violated federal election rules.
(2026-08-07). Lukashenko: Retailers profiting in cities must also serve rural areas. eng.belta.by The head of state drew attention to the issue of access to basic goods and services in rural areas – quality products at fair prices.
(2026-08-07). Law Firm With Trump Ties Receives $150M Contract To Represent Migrant Children. newsone.com 
Source: Burke Law Group / burkegroup.law | It's wild how the Trump administration is blatantly engaging in corruption, and no one is doing a thing about it. In the latest instance of Trump using taxpayer dollars to enrich his friends, the federal government has awarded a $150 million contract to a small, Texas law firm to represent migrant children who are in the U.S. without their parents. |
(2026-08-07). Rural trade and BelOMO in focus as Lukashenko goes on working trip to Vileyka. eng.belta.by One of the topics of the president's working trip is the development of BelOMO Holding Company. In Vileyka, the head of state will tour Zenit-BelOMO.
(2026-08-07). Activists increasingly repressed in Philippines over resistance to mining destruction. thecanary.co 
Communities opposing mining destruction in the Philippines have been facing more and more repression. In a country whose elites have long submitted to US economic and political interests, state authorities and mining firms have both been increasingly intimidating activists because of their firm resistance. Intimidation from both lawyers and the police The North Luzon Mineral […] | By
(2026-08-07). First FEZ, gas networks in rural areas, healthcare: How Brest Oblast has changed over 30 years. eng.belta.by Natalya Kochanova met with representatives of Brest Oblast who had been elected and served in the Council of the Republic over the years.
(2026-08-07). Humanity and Nature Through Social Production: An Interview with John Bellamy Foster (Part 1). mronline.org 
The beauty of Marx's analysis in ecological terms is that he provided the only theoretical approach that connected society and nature.
(2026-08-07). Belarus' Halaskok reaches U19 World Rowing Championship semifinals. eng.belta.by Belarusian athletes have begun competing at the World Rowing Under 19 Championships in Plovdiv, Bulgaria.
(2026-08-07). Across Borders and Prison Walls: Keeping Families Connected During the Libya—Chad Conflict. icrc.org Long before the crises that followed 2011, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) had already built a long and sometimes difficult history of humanitarian engagement in Libya and across its borders.
(2026-08-07). The Age of Nuclear Destruction Began 81 Years Ago — With Lies. It Could End the Same Way. juancole.com ( The atomic age began with a lie. | Eighty-one years ago this week, a single American airplane, flying almost unnoticed over a Japanese city, dropped a single bomb that destroyed the entire city. Three days later another American plane destroyed a second city. | The atomic bombs dropped on Hiroshima on August 6, 1945 and Nagasaki on August 9, 1945 killed 100,000 people outright. By the end of the year another 100,000 succumbed to radiation sickness, burns and other injuries from th…
(2026-08-07). Oman responds to stranded vessel off Dhofar, state media says. al-monitor.com Aug 6 (Reuters) – Oman is sending response teams to the Caroline Bezengi, an oil tanker stranded near the Hallaniyat Islands off the southern governorate of Dhofar, to limit any potential environmental impact, Omani state media reported on Thursday.The sanctioned ship was loaded with Russian crude prior to the voyage, shipping data showed. An oil spill from the 274-meter (900-foot) vessel has been spreading, raising concern about damage to coastal areas and sea life.
(2026-08-07). Friday 8/7: What is Socialism? What Would A Future Revolutionary Society Look Like? indybay.org Revolution Books | 2444 Durant Avenue | Berkeley, CA 94704…
(2026-08-07). It's Not Just Delaney. Immigration Jails Have Had Hundreds of Hunger Strikes. truthout.org When Dilmer "Loba" Lovos Mendez learned about the protests inside the Dilley Detention Center in Texas, they were not surprised. While being held for two years in California immigration jails from 2024 to 2026, Lovos Mendez had seen firsthand how common such organized acts of resistance actually are, and was themself directly involved with three protest actions during that time. |
(2026-08-07). A campaign is underway to erase the Palestinian refugee question once and for all. Palestinians must resist. mondoweiss.net 
A bill in Congress aims to dismantle UNRWA, the UN agency for Palestinian refugees. It is part of a coordinated campaign to eliminate the possibility of justice for Palestinian refugees. Palestinians must resist before it's too late.
(2026-08-07). UK comedians chime in on 'Frankenchickens' scandal in quiz show. thecanary.co 
The campaign against 'Frankenchickens' is gathering pace. The name refers to types of chicken selectively bred for the cheap meat industry. If a human baby grew at the same rate as one of these chickens, they'd be as heavy as two gorillas by eight weeks old. That's one of the questions in a new comedy […] | By
(2026-08-07). Racists winning as opposition to migrants surges in north of Ireland. thecanary.co 
Far-right fictions on immigration appear to still be having a corrosive effect on attitudes towards those fleeing persecution, as a new north of Ireland survey shows a collapse in support for migrants. Stormont's Executive Office looked at results for the year 2025, and found that now only 49% of people think the region should obey […] | By
(2026-08-07). State Rep. Justin Pearson Wins Tennessee Democratic Congressional Primary. newsone.com 
(2026-08-07). How smarter garden planning can help Australian homes adapt to climate change. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-08-07). Belarusian PM: EAEU remains a stabilizing factor in Eurasia. eng.belta.by The digitized results of our integration efforts show that the union remains a stabilizing force in the Eurasian region, Aleksandr Turchin said.
(2026-08-07). Provinces push paid leave to spur consumption. ecns.cn More Chinese provinces are rolling out paid‚Äëleave policies aimed at turning time off into consumer spending, with Henan urging officials to lead by example.
(2026-08-07). Israeli raid in West Bank's Qalandiya injures 51 Palestinians. aljazeera.com Israeli forces arrest dozens of Palestinians near Jerusalem amid uptick in military and settler violence in West Bank.
(2026-08-07). Sunday 8/9: Webinar: Remembering Awdah Hathaleen: Voices from Umm al-Kheir. indybay.org Zoom | us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/mUwQTz5……
(2026-08-07). Global Mechanism on ICTs: Statement on international law. icrc.org Statement delivered by Noa Schreuer, Legal Adviser, at the first substantial plenary session of the UN Global Mechanism on ICTs, New York, 22 July 2026.
(2026-08-07). Members of the activist group Committee for the First Amendment. indybay.org Reportedly, "Jane Fonda, center, speaks alongside, from left, singer Maggie Rogers, actor Sam Waterston, poet Rupi Kaur and actor Billy Porter during an "Artists United for our Freedoms" rally near the Kennedy Center, Friday, March 27, 2026, in Washington DC."
(2026-08-07). Before the next nuclear crisis, listen to those who lived through the last one. mronline.org 
The nuclear attacks on Hiroshima and Nagasaki resulted in the deaths and fatal injuries of more than 210,000 people, who either died instantaneously or within months.
(2026-08-07). "The Potluck" : Musical Explores Trauma of 1979 Greensboro KKK Massacre of 5 Antiracist Activists. democracynow.org 
Composer and playwright César Alvarez joins Democracy Now! to discuss their new musical, The Potluck. It tells the story of the 1979 Greensboro Massacre, when Klansmen and American Nazis opened fire on an antiracist demonstration in Greensboro, North Carolina, killing five members of the Communist Workers' Party. In 2020, the Greensboro City Council passed a resolution apologizing for the attack and the police department's complicity in the killings. | Alvarez tells Democracy Now! the musical is an attempt to grapple with "what it has meant to grow up in the aftermath of this state-sanctioned mu…
(2026-08-07). Scottish Labour exposed as Westminster-bankrolled front, following Sarwar resignation. thecanary.co 
It's emerged that the Scottish Labour Party is fronted by Westminster paymasters. The Scottish wing of Labour relies entirely on its anti-sovereignty London HQ bosses to cover its staffers' wages. Scottish Labour's most recent financial accounts show that it paid for no staff last year, with the UK-wide operation meeting employees' wages. The SNP claimed Scottish […] | By
(2026-08-07). Rep. Steve Tharinger on retiring: No 'labels' just feed the hungry! House the homeless! peoplesworld.org 
OLYMPIA, Wash.—A capacity crowd gathered in the main dining room of Joshua's Restaurant Tuesday to salute Rep. Steve Tharinger, who is retiring after 25 years as a Clallam County Commissioner and State Legislator in Olympia. It was primary election day—Tuesday, Aug. 4—and Tharinger joked that he is trying to adjust to his name not being …
(2026-08-07). Sunday 8/9: "An Ordinary Insanity" : Doc on Anti-Nuclear War Activist Daniel Ellsberg -Film & Panel. indybay.org New Parkway Theater | 474 24th Street | Oakland, CA 94612…
(2026-08-07). Belarusian Spartak produces over 11,500 tonnes of confectionery in H1 2026. eng.belta.by The company is currently completing the modernization of the wafer sheet baking section at Site No. 1 of the wafer shop. Two ovens have been replaced with higher-capacity equipment featuring a greater level of automation and improved safety.
(2026-08-07). MHT CET 2026 Engineering FE Round 1 Allotment: Steps, Link to Check. ummid.com Maharashtra State CET Cell is set to publish today i.e. Sunday August 02, 2026 on its official website 'fe2026.mahacet.org' Allotment Result of CAP Round-I (Round 1 allotment result) of candidates who have registered for admission in First Year Engineering (FE) B.E. and B.Tech four year courses for the year 2026-27.
(2026-08-07). Pashinyan acknowledges incompatibility of EAEU and EU membership. eng.belta.by Armenia understands that simultaneous membership in the EAEU and the EU is impossible., Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan said as he spoke at an expanded session of the Eurasian Intergovernmental Council in Cholpon-Ata.
(2026-08-07). Exclusive report with the 308 people rescued by Nigerian forces. aljazeera.com Nigerian security forces have rescued 308 people abducted in separate attacks in northern Niger and Kwara states.
(2026-08-07). A "socialism" for the New York Times: Jacobin founder Bhaskar Sunkara's interview with Ross Douthat. wsws.org One of the DSA's most prominent voices sat down with a conservative columnist of the New York Times to deliver a systematic, point-by-point assurance that the DSA is loyal to American capitalism.
(2026-08-07). Tuskegee Students Say the Dress Code Debate Misses the Real Issues. capitalbnews.org 
Payton Arentt didn't give an extra thought to an email from the Tuskegee University administration announcing a dress code and cellphone policy — but she did wonder why people weren't talking more about the radio silence around financial aid and housing. As a rising senior, Arentt said there's always been an understanding on campus about …
(2026-08-07). Campaigners demand urgent government action this Severe ME Day. thecanary.co 
Another Severe Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME) Awareness Week will pass in absolute silence from the government. The Canary has reported extensively on how ME patients are left to die in hospitals by the NHS. People like Sophia Mirza who died in 2005 after being sectioned under the mental health act without even basic nurse care. 8 […] | By
(2026-08-07). Harbin brings winter indoors in height of summer. ecns.cn Alejandra Palacios found herself moving from summer heat to winter chill in just a matter of minutes.One moment, she was strolling in almost 30 C warmth in summer clothes.
(2026-08-07). Belarusian PM: EAEU industrial cooperation mechanism needs fine-tuning. eng.belta.by Belarusian Prime Minister Aleksandr Turchin has proposed revisiting the terms for supporting industrial cooperation within the EAEU as he spoke at the Eurasian Intergovernmental Council meeting in Cholpon-Ata, Kyrgyzstan on 7 August.
(2026-08-07). Maharashtra B Pharm, Pharm D Admission 2026 Starts – Apply Now. ummid.com The Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test (CET) Cell has started online registration and application process for admission in Pharmacy, B. Pharmacy and Pharm. D, for the year 2026-27 via its official website 'ph2026.mahacet.org'.
(2026-08-07). Supplying Arms to Israel a Blot on Indian Moral Ethos: Jamiat. ummid.com Expressing profound outrage, Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind President Maulana Mahmood Madani has termed the arms supply to Israel a 'dark stain on insaniayt and hindustaniyat – humanity and Indian moral ethos.
(2026-08-07). It's the math — How China is avoiding the AI bubble. mronline.org 
Instead of reaching for the stars, like U.S. companies do, the Chinese are out to solve down-to-earth problems.
(2026-08-07). Is AI Ending Wall Street's EPS Obsession? moderndiplomacy.eu AI Spending Shifts Investor Focus from Earnings to Cash Flow The artificial intelligence boom is transforming how investors evaluate corporate earnings, pushing Wall Street beyond its long-standing fixation on earnings per share (EPS) toward a greater focus on cash flow. While EPS has long been the headline figure during earnings season, the massive investment required …
(2026-08-07). Turns Out the WNBA Might Be in Good Hands After All [Op-Ed]. newsone.com 
Source: Jason Miller / Getty | I have spent a good portion of this WNBA season tracking the While the executive suite remains stalled in bureaucratic hesitation and blatan…
(2026-08-07). As NATO and Ukraine's war against Russia escalates, drone attacks on ships in the Black Sea increase. wsws.org As NATO's war against Russia escalates, seafarers in the Black Sea are paying with their lives.
(2026-08-07). Ukraine risks territorial losses to Poland and Hungary amid deepening crisis. infobrics.org Zelensky's vulnerability grows as Ukraine approaches strategic dead end.
(2026-08-07). HHS goes after the horrific grim reaper. indybay.org Medical students dissecting human cadavers.
(2026-08-07). Police in Argentina use tear gas to stop protesters. aljazeera.com Al Jazeera's Teresa Bo reports from Buenos Aires, where police fired tear gas as thousands protested.
(2026-08-07). Trump says he thinks war with Iran will end. al-monitor.com WASHINGTON, Aug 6 (Reuters) – U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday told reporters that he believed the war with Iran would be over soon and said the armed forces were experiencing issues with supplies of some weapons."I think it's going to end pretty soon. I don't think they can go much longer," Trump said in the Oval Office in a reference to Iran.Reuters reported on Tuesday that the U.S. Army had used up much of its global stockpile of highly accurate long-range missiles during its five-month war with Iran.
(2026-08-07). Abdul El-Sayed deals record-breaking loss to Israel lobby. electronicintifada.net "Truly catastrophic loss for the geniuses at AIPAC" also hits Democratic establishment.
(2026-08-07). Announcing a new counter-info site ⚪ Belly of the Beast. indybay.org read on for more info!
(2026-08-07). Forty-three years after Hawke, Australia needs a new economic debate. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-08-07). Giving a smile back: reflections on a craniofacial fellowship in Canada. onlineopinion.com.au A smile is something most of us never think about. So when one half of the face stops moving, the loss goes far beyond the physical.
(2026-08-07). Australian government establishes inquiry to prepare for war. wsws.org This is not a general inquiry into "defence" but an examination of how to operationally wage a major war in the near-term, including by suppressing opposition from the population.
(2026-08-07). Belkoopsoyuz criticized for poor performance. eng.belta.by The president addressed Chairperson of the Belkoopsoyuz Board Inessa Korotkevich and asked two classic questions: who is to blame and what is to be done.
(2026-08-07). àñzgàºr àñzel's New Party: A defense of Türkiye's old order. wsws.org The New Party's program, led by àñzgàºr àñzel, is not a response to the social and democratic aspirations of working people. It is a program designed to confine these aspirations within the framework of the capitalist profit system and the NATO alliance.
(2026-08-07). Sunday 8/9: Resist & Defend Sundays. indybay.org Corner of Civic Center Drive and North San Pedro Drive (entrance to Civic Center), San Rafael…
(2026-08-07). How Internet has Changed Genuine Friendships. ummid.com Today, despite being more digitally connected than ever before, many people quietly admit that genuine friendships have become harder to find.
(2026-08-07). Beyond the scoreboard: South Africa must continue to believe in the power of sport. sanews.gov.za Beyond the scoreboard: South Africa must continue to believe in the power of sport | By Sandile Nene | South Africa's pursuit of sporting excellence is about more than winning medals, lifting trophies or achieving victories on the global stage. It is about building a nation that believes in its potential, invests in its people and creates opportunities for every South African to excel. As we mark Mandela Month, we are reminded of Nelson Mandela's belief that sport has the unique ability to inspire, unite and bring people together across social, cultural and economic differences. | The recent achievements of our n…
(2026-08-07). The New Apologists for American Empire. fpif.org The Trump administration marked the two-hundred-and-fiftieth anniversary of U.S. independence with a series of statements in support of American empire. | Despite the fact that Trump campaigned against endless war and the White House issued a
(2026-08-07). Activists target logistics firm in Glasgow supplying Israel. thecanary.co 
Early on Tuesday 4 August, an autonomous group broke into the offices of DB Schenker in Hillington, Glasgow. Bypassing security in the early hours of the morning, the group covered the building's foyer and offices with paint and messages saying "Drop Elbit" on the walls. The group claims it is 'targeting the supply chain' of […] | By
(2026-08-07). The Quiet Financial Revolution: How BRICS Is Reshaping the Global Monetary Order. infobrics.org Why Alternative Payment Systems Not a Common CurrencyMay Become BRICS' Greatest Financial Innovation…
(2026-08-07). Bunker Talk: Let's Talk About All The Things We Did And Didn't Cover This Week. twz.com Welcome to Bunker Talk. This is a weekend open discussion post for the best commenting crew on the net, in which we can chat about all the stuff that went on this week that we didn't cover. We can also talk about the stuff we did or whatever else grabs your interest. In other words, it's an off-topic thread. | This week's caption reads: | U.S. Marines with 3d Reconnaissance Battalion, 3d Marine Division patrol through an underground tunnel in support of offensive operations during the Korean Marine Exercise Program 25.1 at Camp Stanley, South Korea, March 10, 2025. KMEP is a semi-annual exercise that provides…
(2026-08-07). Lukashenko vows to protect trade interests, insists on decent rural services. eng.belta.by The president noted that the state has done a great deal to organize trade in rural areas, with relevant regulations already adopted.
(2026-08-07). Aryna Sabalenka reaches fourth round at Toronto. eng.belta.by In the third-round clash, the world No. 1 defeated China's Zhang Shuai 6-3, 6-4. (world No. 62).
(2026-08-07). Belarus' grain harvest nears 6m tonnes. eng.belta.by As of 7 August 2026, grain harvest including rapeseed amounted to 5.989 million tonnes, which was almost 2 million tonnes more than on the same date in 2025, the press service said.
(2026-08-07). Belarusian phygital shooters to fight for bronze at Games of the Future in Astana. eng.belta.by Belarusian phygital shooter team Minsk House failed to reach the final of the phygital shooter tournament at the 2026 Games of the Future in Astana, Kazakhstan.
(2026-08-07). Madison, August 15, 2026: Eken Park Festival. wibailoutpeople.org 
Event: www.facebook.com/share/1JgyNAvNoi/ Eken Park Fest is back and celebrating our 10th year! Join us August 15th, 2026. MusicFoodCommunityGames The much-anticipated 2026 lineup: 12pm Bear In The Forest 1: 40 Seasaw 3: 10 BingBong 4: 15 Kids' Parade 4: 45 Cris Plata Band 6: 30 — 7: 45 The Claudettes Stay tuned for details, volunteer opportunities, and more!
(2026-08-07). Friday 8/7: First Friday at RCNV: Threads of Grief, Threads of Love Quilt Exhibit. indybay.org Resource Center for Nonviolence | 612 Ocean Street | Santa Cruz, CA 95060…
(2026-08-07). Uncertainty In Estimating Solar Forcing Across The Arctic Is 100-350x Larger Than CO2's Alleged Climate Impact. wattsupwiththat.com The 20-70 W/m ≤ uncertainty in estimating the Arctic's surface solar radiation is 100 to 350 times larger than 10 years of accumulated clear-sky-only CO2 impacts (0.2 W/m ≤ per Feldman et al., 2015).
(2026-08-07). Lukashenko calls for better supply of Belarusian goods in rural stores. eng.belta.by Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko has instructed retailers to ensure a good-quality assortment of goods in rural stores, with priority given to Belarusian-made products.
(2026-08-07). Democracy Now! 2026-08-07 Friday. democracynow.org Headlines for August 07, 2026; "Zombie Law from the Victorian Era": DOJ Could Use 1873 Comstock Act to Ban Abortion Pills by Mail; "Focus Is on Affordability": Cindy Holscher, Kansas Dem Nominee for Gov, on Data Center Fight & More; "The Potluck": Musical Explores Trauma of 1979 Greensboro KKK Massacre of 5 Antiracist Activists; Dr. Abdul El-Sayed on Historic Michigan Win: "People Are Sick and Tired of This Politics of Hatred" | Headlines for August 07, 2026; "Zombie Law from the Victorian Era": DOJ Could Use 1873 Comstock Act to Ban Abortion Pills by Mail…
(2026-08-07). Announcing a new counter-info site ⚪ Belly of the Beast. indybay.org read on for more info!
(2026-08-07). Norfolk Police deploy "significant" resources to counter three nights of racist violence in Thetford. thecanary.co 
On Thursday 6 August, police in Thetford, Norfolk imposed 'public safety measures' after a crowd tried to break into a property they believed housed asylum seekers. The measures allow police to order people they suspect of anti-social behaviour to leave an area, and/or to remove face coverings. A Norfolk Police spokesperson said: At about 9.30pm […] | By
(2026-08-07). Brazil formally accuses 16 people over 2024 Voepass deadly plane crash. aljazeera.com Official says plane was irregularly cleared for departure before crash that killed 62 people outside Sao Paulo.
(2026-08-07). Belarus, Russia launch 8th Bridge of Friendship young writers competition. eng.belta.by Applications and entries will be accepted through 31 October. The results will be announced by 31 December, while the award ceremony will take place in 2027.
(2026-08-07). Campaigners end carrier's barbaric live cattle export from Ireland to France. thecanary.co 
A year-long campaign by animal rights groups has resulted in Brittany Ferries ceasing their cruel live export of animals from Ireland to France. The vile practice involves subjecting animals to lengthy journeys in dire conditions. Animals endure a terrifying experience in noisy, cramped, overheated environments, often without food or water, only to be murdered when […] | By
(2026-08-07). Thursday 9/10: "Obsolete" : The Alarming Implications of AI Industry – Book Talk w/ author Garrison Lovely. indybay.org Virtual…
(2026-08-07). A Man Accused Of Scamming NFL Players Is Dead. Here's What We Know. newsone.com 
(2026-08-07). Call to rally behind Banyana Banyana. sanews.gov.za Call to rally behind Banyana Banyana | Deputy Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture Peace Mabe has called on all South Africans to rally behind Banyana Banyana as they prepare to face Morocco in a crucial quarter-final match at the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) on Saturday. | The senior women's national team booked their place in the quarter-finals after defeating Burkina Faso 1-0 in Casablanca, Morocco, on Tuesday night. | Congratulating the team on Wednesday, Mabe said their qualification was a powerful demonstration of resilience and determination following a challenging start to the tournament.
(2026-08-07). Lady Belarus to celebrate beauty, intellect, and soul in 27 November finale. eng.belta.by The finale of the Lady Belarus beauty contest will take place on 27 November in Minsk, Olga Nikitina, deputy chair of the department for state, official, and cultural events at the National Beauty School.
(2026-08-07). Here's Every Single Death Linked to Immigration Enforcement Since Trump's Raids Began in 2025. lataco.com We hope this register offers a moment to remember the names and stories of the victims. For each one, we've included the backstory we were able to gather alongside the official account from government agencies.
(2026-08-07). Dems Warn Prediction Markets Allowing Bets on Wildfires Threaten Public Safety. truthout.org Several Democratic senators have sent a letter to Michael Selig, chair of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), expressing deep concern about online prediction gambling markets allowing bets on wildfires. The letter, sent earlier this week, notes that Polymarket — an online prediction gambling website — allowed users to bet on several questions relating to the Palisades and Eaton… |
(2026-08-07). Al Sharpton, Martin Luther King III Announce March On Washington. newsone.com : | ✕ | In July, Rev. Al Sharpton, Martin Luther King III, and Arndrea Waters King announced plans to have another March on Washington in August to defend voting rights. |
(2026-08-07). Global Stocks Steady Ahead of US Jobs Report as Oil Rises. moderndiplomacy.eu Investors Await Key US Employment Data Amid Strong Earnings Season Global financial markets traded cautiously on Friday as investors awaited the release of the closely watched United States jobs report, while rising oil prices driven by renewed Middle East tensions limited gains across equity markets. Despite the cautious mood, global equities remained on course for …
(2026-08-07). Belarus, China to conduct joint Swift Eagle 2026 exercise. eng.belta.by The exercise will take place in Hubei Province in central China from 11 to 24 August. The participants will practice counterterrorism operations, including reconnaissance, seizing and holding positions, clearing territory and organizing defensive operations.
(2026-08-07). Michigan Could Elect Openly Trans Woman to State Legislature for the First Time. truthout.org Michigan is on track to welcome its first openly transgender woman to serve as a state representative. Erin in the Morning readers likely first met Joanna Whaley in April or May of this year, when we reported that the 38-year-old hospital chaplain was running to be the state representative in Michigan's 2nd House District. She had been temporarily knocked off the ballot because her opponent… |
(2026-08-07). Sunday 8/16: Stand with the Students of India. indybay.org In front of Superior Court | 39439 Paseo Padre Pkwy | Fremont, California 94538…
(2026-08-07). sanctions stopping settler funding. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-08-07). Public notified of recall of certain Mercedes Benz, Alfa Romeo models. sanews.gov.za Public notified of recall of certain Mercedes Benz, Alfa Romeo models | The National Consumer Commission (NCC) has notified consumers of the recall of certain Mercedes-Benz trucks and Alfa Romeo Tonale vehicles, as notified by Daimler Truck Southern Africa Limited and Stellantis South Africa (Pty) Ltd. ⚪ In a statement on Thursday, the Commission, which is an agency of the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition, said it was informed by Daimler Truck Southern Africa Limited that it is recalling certain Mercedes-Benz Atego 967, Actros 963, Arocs 964 and eActros 983 trucks that were made available for sale n…
(2026-08-07). DTE Maha Direct 2nd Year Diploma 2026 Round 3 Allotment – Steps, Link. ummid.com The DTE Maharashtra is publishing on its official website dsd26.dtemaharashtra.gov.in today i.e. Saturday August 01, 2026 CAP Round 3 Seat Allotment result of the candidates who have applied for Admission to Direct Second Post SSC Diploma in Engineering, Technology (Polytechnic) for the academic year 2026-27.DTE Maharashtra admissions.
(2026-08-07). In Covid as in Climate Change: Truth Will Out. wattsupwiththat.com The interests that prospered from these 'emergencies' will not surrender their narrative easily.
(2026-08-07). Lao hydropower transmitted to Greater Bay Area for first time. ecns.cn Lao hydropower was transmitted to China's Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area for the first time on Wednesday through the China—Laos 500-kilovolt interconnection project, according to Lancang-Mekong International Energy Co. affiliated to China Southern Power Grid.
(2026-08-07). Lukashenko outraged by quality of goods in rural stores: 'Expired and rotten stuff!'. eng.belta.by Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko has voiced outrage over the quality of goods sold in rural stores.
(2026-08-07). Heatwave fuels surge in selfservice pet baths, boarding hotels in Chengdu. ecns.cn As summer temperatures soar, pet owners in Chengdu, Southwest China, are increasingly turning to late‚Äënight self‚Äëservice baths, air‚Äëconditioned boarding facilities, and swimming pools to keep their pets cool.
(2026-08-07). Yen intervention points to US financial vulnerabilities. wsws.org There was growing concern that the selling of Treasuries by Japan to support the yen would lift US interest rates and impact the AI stock market boom.
(2026-08-07). Black Woman Found Hanging in Tree in Mississippi Has Been Identified as Tasia Fortune. capitalbnews.org This story was originally published in the Mississippi Free Press, a nonprofit journalism multimedia network reporting on the causes of and solutions to the social, political, and structural challenges facing all Mississippians and their communities. The woman whose body was found hanging from a tree behind a vacant Jackson, Mississippi, home is 29-year-old Tasia Fortune, …
(2026-08-07). Thursday 8/6: Double-Time Sweeps by SCPD ⚪ Thursday AM Threatened. indybay.org Limekiln and Coral Streets, Santa Cruz, and the surrounding area, depending on police fancies.
(2026-08-07). Europe's Heatwaves Expose Overcrowding Crisis in Ageing Prisons. moderndiplomacy.eu Extreme Heat Intensifies Europe's Prison Crisis As record breaking heatwaves continue to sweep across Europe, prisons in France, Italy and Belgium are facing mounting pressure from overcrowding, ageing infrastructure and inadequate cooling systems, exposing what prison officials, inmates and rights groups describe as a growing humanitarian challenge. With temperatures exceeding 37 degrees Celsius in many …
(2026-08-07). Belarus wins silver, bronze at International AI Olympiad in Astana. eng.belta.by Belarusian school students won one silver and one bronze medal at the 3rd International Olympiad in Artificial Intelligence (IOAI), held in Astana, Kazakhstan, on 2-8 August.
(2026-08-07). Commission to brief media on election timetable. sanews.gov.za Commission to brief media on election timetable | With just hours to go before the midnight deadline for South Africans to register or update their details online ahead of the 2026 Local Government Elections, the Electoral Commission is set to provide an update on key dates in the election timetable. ⚪ Electoral Commission Chairperson, Commissioner Mosotho Moepya, will brief the nation today on key dates in the election timetable as the country marches towards the 4 November polls. ⚪ In a post on social media platform X, on Thursday, the Commission said: "Your vote starts with registration. Proclamation on 7…
(2026-08-07). The Colonial Playbook: 19th Century Psyop Against "Islamist" Caliph Abdul Hamid II. muslimskeptic.com This is a guest post by Jabrail Gadgiev. It should come as no surprise to avid readers of Muslim Skeptic that the ultimate goal of the Western neocolonial elite has not merely been to shed the blood of Muslims and destabilize our societies through force of arms. It has also been to monopolize the ideological …
(2026-08-07). US: 75% say Iran War not worth Cost, 61% Blame Trump for Inflation. juancole.com Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) — Opinion polling shows deep unhappiness in the American public about the ongoing US war on Iran and its impact on their lives. | A Marquette Law School opinion poll conducted in late July That seems clear, though it is also mysterious what in the world Trump thought his goal in Iran was. | Further, 75% of respondents feel that the Iran War has not been worth the cost. | I'm n…
(2026-08-07). Black Woman Found Hanging In Jackson Identified As Tasia Fortune. newsone.com 
Source: GoFundMe / Etta Avolio | The Black woman whose body was According to the
(2026-08-07). Policing The Republic: Inside View of How India Fights Corruption and Crime, and Protects Rights. ummid.com In Policing the Republic, Yashovardhan Azad delivers a powerful and unflinching examination of Indian policing, corruption, criminalization of politics, terrorism, insurgency, intelligence operations, governance and national security.
(2026-08-07). Belarusian PM meets with Kyrgyzstan president. eng.belta.by Heads of government from the EAEU member states, including Belarusian Prime Minister Aleksandr Turchin, have met with President Sadyr Japarov of Kyrgyzstan.
(2026-08-07). Minsk to host next meeting of Eurasian Intergovernmental Council. eng.belta.by The next meeting of the Eurasian Intergovernmental Council will be held in Minsk, Belarusian Prime Minister Aleksandr Turchin said at an expanded session of the Eurasian Intergovernmental Council in Cholpon-Ata.
(2026-08-07). Belarus' Melkaziorau reaches European Modern Pentathlon Championships final. eng.belta.by The championship program in Türkiye will conclude with the mixed relay on 9 August. This European Championships in Türkiye is the first in five years where Belarusian pentathletes are competing under their national flag.
(2026-08-07). After the floods, hunger: Mozambique's second disaster. aljazeera.com Lost harvests and disrupted supply routes have pushed many families deeper into food insecurity.
(2026-08-07). New Mexico court orders Meta to pay $567m over harm to youths. aljazeera.com The ruling comes in the second phase of a landmark trial, with the Instagram, Facebook owner also losing in March.
(2026-08-07). Fanning the Fauci flames for Republicans. mronline.org 
The congressional grilling of former White House Covid advisor Anthony Fauci, and the resulting editorial responses, weren't good faith inquiries into the pandemic.
(2026-08-07). Trump denies weapons shortage but the tungsten ban suggests otherwise. thecanary.co 
Donald Trump insists the US has no shortage of weapons. But his latest move to restrict exports for key materials for munitions production — tells a different story. Trump recently threatened "long-term jail sentences" for anyone leaking information about alleged munition shortages facing the US, accusing them of making "treasonous statements". He said: Long-term jail […] | By
(2026-08-07). MFA: Belarus pays close attention to implementing free trade agreements. eng.belta.by The Union's interaction with major foreign trade partners from third countries remains in the spotlight.
(2026-08-07). Belarus, India ready to sign intergovernmental cultural cooperation program. eng.belta.by The ministries of culture of Belarus and India are ready to sign an intergovernmental cultural cooperation program.
(2026-08-07). China's landing route to Taipei blocked? Taiwan turns Danjiang bridge into a fortress for 'war day'. hindustantimes.com Taiwan has intensified its annual Han Kuang military exercises as concerns grow over a potential conflict with China. The drills included the deployment of Taiwan's locally developed Tien-Kung III air defense systems, live-fire training by thousands of reservists, and simulations of protecting key infrastructure around Taipei. President Lai Ching-te participated in wartime contingency exercises, while troops practiced defending strategic locations such as the Danjiang Bridge. The island is also adopting new military communication methods and preparing civilian and military forces for possible crises. The large-sc…
(2026-08-07). Sunday 8/9: "White Light, Black Rain" : Hiroshima & Nagasaki Atomic Bombing w/ Filmmaker Steven Okazaki. indybay.org Konko Church of San Francisco | 1909 Bush St. in SF Japantown | RSVP: nichibeifoundation.org/educational-progr……
(2026-08-07). Lukashenko cautiously optimistic on consumer prices, warns against complacency. eng.belta.by "Violations of pricing discipline are occurring everywhere; criminal cases have even been opened [on these grounds]," said Aleksandr Lukashenko.
(2026-08-07). Belarus, Uzbekistan to draw up energy cooperation roadmap. eng.belta.by The meeting addressed the prospects of Belarus-Uzbekistan cooperation in the energy sector and the practical implementation of the agreements reached at the highest level during Uzbekistan President Shavkat Mirziyoyev's visit to Belarus in July.
(2026-08-07). Lukashenko highlights the need to bridge city-countryside gap. eng.belta.by The event was dedicated to improving the standard and quality of life for rural communities by providing them with all necessary goods and services.
(2026-08-07). Nurse released from ICE detention after pressure from Maine labor movement. peoplesworld.org 
PORTLAND, Maine—Debora Kapisha, the Maine Medical Center nurse detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement last week, has been released from custody, National Nurses United announced on Thursday. Kapisha, a 28-year-old registered nurse from Zambia and asylum seeker, was taken into ICE custody on July 30 while traveling through Boston's Logan Airport. She spent a week …
(2026-08-07). All the World Can See: "Now I am Become Death, the Destroyer of Worlds" indybay.org The Vast Majority Can Take Matters Into Their Own Hands…
(2026-08-07). Social power is built before it is seen: The Thirty-Second Newsletter (2026). mronline.org 
While popular energy can fill streets and win elections, social power is the patient, organised capacity of the working class to transform society and make dignity the common sense of the age.
(2026-08-07). More than one million affected by floods in India's Assam state. aljazeera.com Thousands of people in India have been displaced since July after monsoon rains triggered severe flooding.
(2026-08-07). Debt-ridden local authorities in Germany plan further social cuts. wsws.org The claim that "there is no money" for public services is a lie. Whether money is available or not is decided politically.
(2026-08-07). Workers Struggles: Asia, Australia and the Pacific. wsws.org India: App-based gig workers strike in Assam; Bihar sanitation workers continue walkout; Pakistan: CDA workers demonstrate against privatisation; Australia: Victorian public hospital doctors to strike over pay and unsafe workloads; BHP Pilbara port workers escalate industrial campaign…
(2026-08-07). Lukashenko: Mobile shops fall short on hours, routes, and assortment. eng.belta.by There are shortcomings in mobile shop operations that must be addressed, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko said during a meeting on providing rural communities with a full and diverse range of goods to cover all their needs.
(2026-08-07). Rocket launch viewing sparks summer tourism boom in East China's coastal city. ecns.cn A sea-based rocket launch in Haiyang, Shandong Province, has attracted tens of thousands of visitors during the summer travel season.
(2026-08-07). Lukashenko names those responsible for domestic demand. eng.belta.by The president emphasized that the share of Belarusian products on the domestic market is one of the key indicators of trade efficiency.
(2026-08-07). When Politics Goes into Extra Time: How Trump Turned FIFA into a Battleground of Power. moderndiplomacy.eu FIFA has now abandoned its controversial plan to sell a stake in World Cup commercial rights, after opposition from Europe and other football confederations turned what appeared to be an investment dispute into a wider challenge to Gianni Infantino's leadership. There was a time when FIFA threatened governments with suspension under the banner of "keeping …
(2026-08-07). DRC president claims Trump deal requires he seize another term. responsiblestatecraft.org Last week, the
(2026-08-07). Is Donald Trump Wearing A Wig? Internet Debates After His Most Recent Appearance. newsone.com 
Source: Image Photo Agency / Getty | Is President Donald Trump wearing a wig? That's the question at the top of people's minds after the 80-year-old Republican spoke at Las Vegas' Red Rock Resort on Aug. 5 about his trade conflicts with the Canadian government, "They are. They're nasty. I love the people, but they're nasty. Nasty leadership," he said. | Donald Trump Wig controversy causes internet Meltdown: Wig? Wizardry? Or Just a Really Good Hair Day?: | Forget the economy, world affairs, o…
(2026-08-07). Trump targets birthright citizenship in renewed attack on 14th Amendment. wsws.org The orders seek to create a hereditary caste of US-born people denied citizenship based on their parents' political affiliations, employment or alleged conduct.
(2026-08-07). FC Dinamo-BSUPC exit UEFA Women's Champions League. eng.belta.by In the match for third place in qualifying Group 3, the Belarusian champions lost to Iceland's Breià∞ablik in extra time, 2-3.
(2026-08-07). Reform UK Accounts Raise Fresh Questions About Origins of Richard Tice Donations. bylinetimes.com 
(2026-08-07). The Madman and the Statesman. mronline.org 
The truth is, I had promised myself I would avoid the temptation to analyze the statements and behavior of Argentina's president. The reason: to keep myself as far away as possible from a figure as despicable as the occupant of the Casa Rosada.
(2026-08-07). Analysis: North Korean missile deployment raises urgency of Ukraine's Starlink plea. longwarjournal.org North Korea is reportedly dispatching as many as 120 additional ballistic missiles to Ukraine as the embattled country searches for ways to destroy Russian missile launchers.
(2026-08-07). Who Is Liable When AI Goes Rogue? Legal Risks Grow Over Autonomous AI. moderndiplomacy.eu Artificial intelligence is rapidly evolving beyond simple chatbots into autonomous systems capable of making decisions and carrying out complex tasks with minimal human oversight. As these AI agents become more powerful, they are also creating new legal challenges. Recent disclosures by major AI companies that their autonomous models breached other companies' cybersecurity systems have raised …
(2026-08-07). New M1A2T Abrams Tanks Guard Taiwan's Main Airport During Invasion Drill. twz.com 
Taiwan's newest The airport defense drill
(2026-08-07). Wednesday 8/12: Bay Area Candidate Forum: Focus on Issues for Seniors & Disabled Persons. indybay.org Hybrid (via Zoom) where ever you want; or at either of two in-person viewing locations: 1) in Oakland at the Teamsters Local 2010 Hall (7730 Pardee Lane, Suite 2010, Oakland, CA 94621); or 2) at the San Jose, SEIU Local 521 Hall (: 2302 Zanker Rd., San Jose, CA 95131). Register to get on the Zoom here: us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/Gr-YyNI……
(2026-08-07). The Brick Lane data centre is Labour's 'market Stalinism' in action. thecanary.co 
Plans to build data centres have been controversial across the UK, but the latest example comes from Brick Lane. Housing Secretary Angela Rayner approved a £500 million redevelopment of the Truman Brewery on Brick Lane, which will include a data centre. This is despite unanimous opposition to the development from Tower Hamlets council, the local […] | By
(2026-08-07). Kyrgyzstan to host Eurasian Economic Forum in 2027. eng.belta.by The announcement was made by President of the Kyrgyz Republic Sadyr Japarov during a meeting with the heads of government of EAEU member states.
(2026-08-07). Good Law Project says EHRC anti-trans code misinterprets the law. thecanary.co 
On 5 August, the Equality and Human Rights Commission's (EHRC) new transphobic code of practice came into force. However, on that same day, the Good Law Project (GLP) announced that it would support Leigh Day solicitors and two claimants — a "trans person and a trans-inclusive organisation" — in a legal challenge to the code. […] | By
(2026-08-07). SA secures USD500 million to improve basic services in metros. sanews.gov.za SA secures USD500 million to improve basic services in metros | The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) and South Africa have signed a USD 500 million sovereign-backed loan to support improvements in the provision of water and sanitation, electricity, and solid waste services in South Africa's eight metropolitan cities. | South Africa's metropolitan municipalities are home to approximately 22 million people and generate around 85% of the country's economic output, yet face mounting challenges from aging infrastructure, rapid urbanization and increasing climate risks. | The loan will support the Metro Tra…
(2026-08-07). Abelardo de la Espriella se posesionó como presidente de Colombia. radiohc.cu Abelardo de la Espriella prestó juramento hoy como mandatario de Colombia y recibió la banda presidencial en la Arena USC de la Universidad Santiago de Cali, mientras ocurrían demostraciones de oposición en diferentes regiones del país. | El nuevo jefe de Estado recibió la insignia de manos del líder del Senado, Honorio Henríquez, y, con posterioridad, De la Espriella posesionó a su vicepresidente, José Manuel Restrepo. | Henríquez, en su discurso, afirmó que lo público no es un privilegio sino una responsabilidad que se honra. | "No basta con ocupar un cargo, hay que merecer la confianza que el cargo representa"
(2026-08-07). De la Espriella sworn in as Colombia's new president. colombiareports.com President Abelardo de la Espriella was sworn in in Colombia's third largest city, Cali, under extreme security precautions. De la Espriella was sworn in by the president of Congress, Senator Honorio Henriquez of the far-right Democratic Center party in the theater of the private University of Santiago de Cali. The first part of the ceremony …
(2026-08-07). Women's Month: protecting women and children. sanews.gov.za Women's Month: protecting women and children | As the country moves to celebrate Women's Day, the South African Police Service (SAPS) continues to profile the work of female officers who give their all to protect the nation. | Sergeant Ilze Fan, an investigator attached to the De Aar Family Violence, Child Protection and Sexual Offences (FCS) Unit in the Northern Cape, has a passion for investigating crimes committed against women and children. | The 43-year-old began her policing career in 2006 as a constable at Victoria West Police Station. Recognised early on for her ability to take quality statements and cond…
(2026-08-07). Saturday 8/8: Sansaar Books – Grand Opening. indybay.org Located less than a block from El Cerrito Plaza BART at 6500 Fairmount Ave. in El Cerrito…