(2026-08-23). Ex-Colombian president: Restoring Israeli ties applauds Gaza genocide. aljazeera.com Ex-Colombian President, Gustavo Petro, says restoring ties with Israel amounts to applauding the Gaza genocide.
(2026-08-23). The Dawn of a New Cold War. theintercept.com 
(2026-08-23). CDF Munir to visit Tehran on Monday: Iranian foreign ministry. tribune.com.pk 
Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) and Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Field Marshal Asim Munir will reportedly visit Tehran on Monday, Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei said on Sunday. | Pakistan has taken on a mediator role in negotiations between Iran and the United States aimed at ending the war which began with US and Israeli strikes on Iran in February. | The visit aims to bolster bilateral cooperation and build on "Pakistan's efforts to help strengthen peace and security in the region," Baghaei said in remarks carried by Iran's state-run news agency IRNA, Anadolu reported. | Baghaei added that…
(2026-08-23). Wednesday 8/26: Power Half-Hour for Gaza. indybay.org Zoom | http: //jvp.org/gazaph…
(2026-08-23). Israel and the occupied territories: ICRC facilitates voluntary return of 88 individuals to Gaza. icrc.org
(2026-08-23). The daily struggle for a dignified life continues for Palestinians in Gaza. icrc.org
(2026-08-23). Venezuela: National Assembly Removes Opposition Deputy Ecarri From 'Friendship' Group Amid Rumors of Hiring US 'Money Doctor'. orinocotribune.com Caracas ( Rodríguez announced the decision on Saturday, August 22, in an official statement, describing Ecarri's actions as "irresponsible" and accusing him of violating Venezuela's legal order. | According to the National Assembl…
(2026-08-23). Flooding across Caracas, Venezuela, after heavy rains. aljazeera.com
(2026-08-23). China, UAE to hold Falcon Shield 2026 joint air force training. ecns.cn The air forces of China and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) will hold the "Falcon Shield 2026" joint training in Hotan, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, the Chinese Ministry of National Defense said on Friday.
(2026-08-23). China urges U.S. to withdraw Section 232 tariffs on drones, parts. ecns.cn China's Ministry of Commerce on Thursday urged the United States to immediately withdraw its Section 232 tariff measures on drones and drone components, saying the measures severely harm the interests of Chinese enterprises and disrupt cooperation in global drone industrial and supply chains.
(2026-08-23). 10,000-square-meter 'Robot Consumer Street' debuts in Beijing. ecns.cn A nearly 10,000squaremeter "Robot Consumer Street" opened Wednesday at the 2026 World Robot Conference in Beijing's EconomicTechnological Development Area, featuring more than 20 leading robotics companies.
(2026-08-23). Deutsche Autoindustrie gegen China. Warum sich dieser Krieg mit Zà∂llen nicht mehr gewinnen là§sst? strategic-culture.su Es scheint, als hà§tten die Deutschen endlich begonnen, das Ausmaàü des Problems ernsthaft zu begreifen, in das ihr Automobilgigant Volkswagen geraten ist. Und là§ngst geht es nicht mehr um ein misslungenes Modell, sinkende Verkaufszahlen auf einem einzelnen Markt oder eine voràºbergehende Krise der Elektroautos. Zur Debatte steht das Wirtschaftsmodell der deutschen Automobilindustrie selbst, das jahrzehntelang als praktisch unverwundbar galt. | Volkswagen durchlebt eine der schwersten Phasen seiner Geschichte. Chinesische Konkurrenten setzen das Unternehmen gleichzeitig in China und Europa un…
(2026-08-23). China delivers new deep-water offshore engineering vessel. ecns.cn China's domestically developed new-generation deep-water multi-functional offshore engineering vessel "Hai Yang Shi You 292" (Ocean Oil 292) was officially named and delivered in Qidong, Jiangsu Province, on Friday.
(2026-08-23). Stronger BRICS cooperation needed to tackle youth challenges. sanews.gov.za Stronger BRICS cooperation needed to tackle youth challenges | Minister in the Presidency responsible for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities Sindisiwe Chikunga has called for stronger cooperation among BRICS countries to equip young people with the skills, opportunities and support needed to thrive in a rapidly changing global economy. | Addressing the Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa (BRICS) Youth Ministerial Meeting in Visakhapatnam, India, on Saturday, Chikunga said young people across the world continue to face unemployment, poverty, inequality, skills mismatches, and uneven effects of te…
(2026-08-23). 'You just can't trust Trump': Canadian premiers fire back in trade war. aljazeera.com Provincial premiers have joined Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney, firing back after US President imposed tariffs.
(2026-08-23). Robots can outrun humans, but can they plug in a cable? tribune.com.pk 
China's humanoid robots have shown they can run quicker than the fastest humans. | Now comes the real test: can they also handle packaging and warehouse operations while reliably performing precision tasks like connecting cables designed to evaluate their ability to work like humans in less flashy jobs? | The five-day World Humanoid Robot Games, which began Saturday in Beijing, combine events modelled on human sports with those designed to test the robots in simulated factories, restaurants, offices and in emergency situations. | The games, heavily promoted in Chinese state media, feature 51 events, including…
(2026-08-23). China adds Kyrgyzstan, Vietnam to 240-hour visa-free transit program, raising total covered countries to 57. ecns.cn China has expanded its 240-hour visa-free transit policy to citizens of Kyrgyzstan and Vietnam, bringing the number of countries covered by the policy to 57, according to the National Immigration Administration (NIA) on Wednesday.
(2026-08-23). EU sends helicopters, firefighters to Serbia to tackle wildfires. tribune.com.pk 
The European Union's Civil Protection Mechanism sent helicopters and firefighters to help Serbia fight a massive wildfire in a nature reserve in the northeast of the country, the head of the EU mission to Belgrade said on Saturday. | Serbia activated the mechanism on Friday after struggling for weeks with a wildfire in Deliblatska Pescara, a unique mixture of sand dunes and woods about 80 km (50 miles) from the capital Belgrade, as well as other blazes in the southwest of the country. | "We stand with Serbia in protecting lives, livelihoods and the unique natural heritage of Deliblatska Sands," Andreas Beckera…
(2026-08-23). 17-year-old named in Sweden school attack. tribune.com.pk 
Swedish police revealed that a 17-year-old female student was the fatal victim in a sword attack at a high school where widespread tributes were paid Saturday. | Flowers and candles were left outside the Brinell school in Fagersta where Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson and opposition leader Magdalena Andersson went on Saturday morning to honour the dead student and three wounded victims. | The 18-year-old attacker entered the school on Friday afternoon ⚪ just days after the school had resumed from its summer break. He has been detained by police after being shot during his arrest. | "The person killed in this i…
palestinechronicle.com (2026-08-22). Major Escalation in Gaza Genocide May Be Coming Israeli Military Officials SayIsraeli newspaper Maariv reported that assessments circulating among the upper ranks of the Israeli military suggest Netanyahu does not want Israel's ongoing confrontations to end and could pursue renewed escalation in Gaza.
(2026-08-23). Wednesday 9/16: Oakland Privacy: Fighting Against the Surveillance State. indybay.org Please email contact@oaklandprivacy.org a few days before the meeting to get up-to-date location information or obtain Zoom meeting access info.
(2026-08-23). Wednesday 8/26: Block the Bombs Phonebank. indybay.org Zoom | uscpract.org/block…
(2026-08-23). Monday 9/21: Seaside: Peace Day Film and Potluck. indybay.org Monterey Peace and Justice Center, 1364 Fremont Blvd., Seaside, CA, 93955…
(2026-08-23). Event Passed: Protest Whole Foods Goat Milk Supplier's Cruelty. indybay.org Activists to Protest Whole Foods Goat Milk Supplier's Cruelty with Giant "Bloody" Milk Carton and "Die-In"
(2026-08-23). Johannes Stern discusses the campaign to free Bogdan Syrotiuk on The Katie Halper Show. wsws.org Johannes Stern joins The Katie Halper Show to discuss the 15-year sentence against the 27-year-old Ukrainian socialist Bogdan Syrotiuk and the international campaign to win his freedom.
(2026-08-23). DPM Dar to undertake five-day official visit to UK from August 24-28th. tribune.com.pk 
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar will undertake a five-day official visit to the United Kingdom (UK) on Monday, where he is scheduled to meet the secretary-general of the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) to discuss Pakistani crew members held by Somali pirates aboard the MT Honour 25 oil tanker, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) said on Sunday. | According to MoFA, FM Dar is scheduled to visit the UK from August 24-28. | üîà PR No. 2Ô∏è‚É£2Ô∏è‚É£7Ô∏è‚&Eac…
(2026-08-23). Breakfast shop owner's gesture to child with cancer sparks wave of giving. ecns.cn A breakfast shop owner in Hefei, Anhui Province, quietly slipped 100 yuan ($15) and two cups of soy milk into a food delivery order Monday after learning it was for a child undergoing chemotherapy. The act quickly went viral, inspiring pay-it-forward orders and nationwide support.
(2026-08-23). Search continues for 22 after bulk carrier sinks off India. tribune.com.pk 
India's Coast Guard and Navy continued search-and-rescue operations off the eastern coast on Sunday after a Panama-flagged cargo vessel carrying 24 crew sank, with two Chinese nationals rescued, a senior official said. | The two rescued Chinese seafarers said the vessel developed a list on Friday and sank within eight minutes, forcing the crew to abandon ‚Å the ship, Shyam Jagannathan, director general of India's Maritime Administration, told Reuters. | Jagannathan said the chances of finding survivors general…
(2026-08-23). Panama-flagged cargo ship with 24 crew members sinks off Odisha coast, two survivors rescued. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: A Panama-flagged cargo ship carrying 24 crew members sank in the Bay of Bengal, about 240 nautical miles from Odisha's Paradip coast, on Saturday. The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) and Indian Navy have started a major search-and-rescue operation. | The ship, MV Ocean Winner (IMO 9145530), had 20 Chinese nationals, three Myanmar nationals and one Bangladeshi on board. It had last visited Paradip and was heading to Singapore. | So far, two crew members have been rescued, while the search is still on for the other 22. | Communication Lost | The ICG's Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre (MRCC) in Sri Vijay…
(2026-08-23). When a society begins to turn against its own children. strategic-culture.su The Collective West is heading toward its self-annihilation. | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | Recently, I commented in my column on t…
(2026-08-23). Hong Kong launches 2026 ASEAN Film Festival. ecns.cn The 2026 ASEAN Film Festival kicked off in Hong Kong on Thursday. It features over 30 free screenings at multiple local venues through to Sept. 27.
(2026-08-23). Chinese milk tea brands win over young consumers around the world. ecns.cn Chinese modern tea brands such as Mixue Ice Cream & Tea and CHAGEE are rapidly expanding overseas and gaining popularity among young consumers around the world. From Southeast and Central Asia to the Americas, long queues outside Chinese tea shops are becoming an increasingly common sight.
(2026-08-23). Sunday 8/30: Jumping Red Hill hosts Congressional candidates. indybay.org Notable House | 189 Ellsworth St. | San Francisco…
(2026-08-23). Xinjiang port sees over 59,000 train departures from China to Europe, Asia. ecns.cn Horgos Land Port in Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region has handled more than 59,000 freight trains from China to Europe and Asia, according to Xinjiang railway authorities on Thursday.
(2026-08-23). Freedom Inc: The City Arrested the Protesters. It Still Hasn't Arrested the Murderer. wibailoutpeople.org 
August 22, 2026 On Friday night, August 21, while peacefully protesting the murder of Corey Ruiz at the State Capitol, Madison police arrested Hope Vang and Zon Moua, two Freedom, Inc. leaders, deployed pepper spray against protesters, and arrested a third protester, whose name we are not releasing. Hope and Zon were charged with resisting …
(2026-08-23). Rehoboth Art League showcases 111 works from across the region in 12th Regional Juried Biennial Exhibition. whyy.org 
What are journalists missing from the state of Delaware? What would you most like WHYY News to cover? The Rehoboth Art League opened its Entries for the exhibition were open to artists in Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Washington, D.C., Virginia and West Virginia. The exhibition happen…
(2026-08-23). Thauvin double helps Lens thrash Auxerre. tribune.com.pk 
Lens captain Florian Thauvin scored two penalties as Lens thumped Auxerre 5-2 in their first game of the French Ligue 1 season on Saturday. | Thauvin converted from the spot either side of the break as the northerners continued their good form from last season when they finished second in the table behind Paris Saint-Germain. | Last weekend, German coach Dino Toppmoeller won his first competitive game in charge of Lens, beating PSG in the French Champions Trophy. | "The most important thing was to win, and to start the season well," defender Matthieu Udol told reporters. | "It was also important to back up las…
(2026-08-23). What Is the Most Popular Leadership Style? indybay.org Discover what the most popular leadership style is and why democratic leadership is widely valued. Learn about its key qualities, benefits, decision-making approach, teamwork, communication, and role in building trust and stronger communities.
(2026-08-23). South China's Zhuhai airport cargo port tops 15,000 tons in first year. ecns.cn Zhuhai Airport's international cargo port in South China's Guangdong Province has handled over 15,000 metric tons of international air cargo in the first year since it was temporarily opened to international freight operations.
(2026-08-23). Pegula beats Swiatek to reach Cincinnati final. tribune.com.pk 
Jessica Pegula rallied in the third set to topple defending champion Iga Swiatek and book a title showdown with Coco Gauff at the ATP-WTA Cincinnati Masters. | World number three Pegula won a "crazy" match against Swiatek 7-5, 4-6, 6-4. | Gauff powered past giant-killer Sara Bejlek 6-4, 6-1, ending the unseeded Czech's dream run that included a fourth-round victory over world number one Aryna Sabalenka. | Their all-American Sunday night final will a men's title clash featuring American Frances Tiafoe and Arthur Fils of France. | Fils charged into his first Masters 1000 final with a 6-3, 6-4 victory over French…
(2026-08-23). China approves private firm for satellite IoT trial. ecns.cn China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology has authorized Zhejiang Geespace to conduct a two-year commercial trial of satellite Internet of Things (IoT) services, marking a further opening of the sector to private firms.
(2026-08-23). Shanghai and Hong Kong researchers unlocks key heart repair mechanism. ecns.cn A joint research team from Shanghai and Hong Kong published a landmark study in the journal Science on Friday, revealing the mechanisms behind the heart's innate emergency blood-supply pathway. The discovery could lead to game-changing treatments for acute myocardial infarction.
(2026-08-23). Chinese FM urges greater progress in China-South Korea strategic cooperative partnership. ecns.cn Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said here on Thursday that he hopes South Korea will firmly pursue a friendly policy toward China and take the 35th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries next year as an opportunity to make greater progress in the China-South Korea strategic cooperative partnership.
(2026-08-23). Friday 8/21: Open Mic featuring Zach Sorgen. indybay.org 1924 Cedar St., Berkeley Fellowship of UU's. A block east of MLK Jr Way at Bonita Ave.
(2026-08-23). Syrian foreign minister sees Israel security talks resuming despite no trust. tribune.com.pk 
Syria expects negotiations to resume soon with Israel over a security deal it hopes will lead to Israel's withdrawal from Syrian land, a top Syrian minister said, urging Israel to seize a "historic opportunity" as the door for diplomacy is open. | In a Reuters interview in Damascus on Saturday, days after Israel bombed a Syrian airbase, Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani also stressed that Damascus' priority is to halt Israeli attacks, saying confidence-building steps were needed in this direction. | Washington has been seeking to forge a security deal between Israel and the government of Syrian President Ahme…
(2026-08-23). U.S. meddling in Brazilian elections, preparing for possible military intervention. strategic-culture.su By Alan MacLeod | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | The United States is interfering in the Brazilian presidential elections, pressuring…
(2026-08-23). Infantino defies FIFA vice president, makes appearance in the Caribbean. aljazeera.com FIFA boss turns up at event after CONCACAF chief Montagliani asked him to reconsider amid the body's governance crisis.
(2026-08-23). EBALDC transition situation raises slumlord and eviction fears. indybay.org 2008 photo of some California Hotel tenants protesting against their evictions by the Oakland Community Housing, INC., a non profit housing developer that was dissolved.
(2026-08-23). Syria: First Assad-Era Verdicts a Test for Justice. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Atef Najib during a trial session at the Palace of Justice in Damascus, Syria, April 26, 2026. | © 2026 AP Photo/Ghaith Alsayed | (Amman) — A Syrian court's first verdicts for crimes committed during the Assad era raise important legal issues the government should urgently address, Human Rights Watch said today. ⚪ Human Rights Watch released a question-and-answer document on the trial of Atef Najib, former head of the Political Security Branch in Daraa, who was convicted on August 11, 2026, along with former President Bashar al-Assad and six other defendants tried in absent…
(2026-08-23). Minister praises enthusiastic public response in Hangu. tribune.com.pk 
Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Information and Public Relations Minister Shafi Jan has said the enthusiastic public response to the outreach campaign in Hangu, led by Chief Minister Muhammad Sohail Afridi, is a clear indication of the success of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf's (PTI) September 27 long march on Islamabad. | He said the successful public mobilisation demonstrated growing public confidence in PTI founder Imran Khan and their determination to stand by him. "Millions of people will participate in the September 27 long march in Islamabad, which has left the Form 47 rulers deeply worried," he said. | Shafi Jan war…
(2026-08-23). Climate Change: Gov't cannot Provide Water to Puerto Ricans, US Citizens. juancole.com by Rafael Méndez Tejeda and Pearl Marvell, Yale Climate Connections | [Haz clic U.S. citizens in San Juan, Puerto Rico, are
(2026-08-23). Israeli army arrests 13 Palestinians as occupiers escalate attacks in West Bank. tribune.com.pk 
The Israeli army on Sunday arrested 13 Palestinians, including a child, during raids in the occupied West Bank, amid attacks by occupiers that included the burning of property and the destruction of agricultural land. | Occupiers burned a residential room belonging to a Palestinian in the northern part of the town of Osarin, south of Nablus in the northern West Bank, local sources told Anadolu. They also set fire to a vehicle, partially burning it, and spray-painted racist slogans at the site, the sources added. | In Bethlehem, Israeli occupiers attacked the Khala'il al-Louz area east of the city, damaging irr…
(2026-08-23). AIM-424 "Malice" Very Long-Range Air-To-Air Missile Emerges From The Shadows (Updated). twz.com 
(2026-08-23). Iran's revenge against Qatar begins? Pilots 'held on water' claim threatens to ignite Gulf crisis. hindustantimes.com Iran has accused Qatar of holding three Iranian pilots in poor conditions after an alleged jet shootdown, claiming their health is at risk and demanding their transfer to a land-based hospital. Tehran reportedly offered to send an air ambulance, while Doha has denied detaining the pilots and dismissed the claims as a media ploy.
(2026-08-23). DR Congo, M23 rebels agree on roadmap for peace talks. aljazeera.com Roadmap follows a week of talks in Switzerland aimed at making progress on a framework agreement they signed last year.
(2026-08-23). Black Myth: Zhong Kui unveils 15-minute gameplay as series moves beyond Wukong. ecns.cn Chinese game developer Game Science released a 15-minute gameplay video for Black Myth: Zhong Kui on Thursday, the second anniversary of the launch of its global hit Black Myth: Wukong, offering the first look at the new protagonist combat style and snippets of the storyline.
(2026-08-23). WI BOPM 15th Anniversary Event Draws Diverse Labor Community Crowd. wibailoutpeople.org 
15 years of showing up. 15 years of organizing. 15 years of building people power. ; ⚪ We had an incredible time in Milwaukee today c…
(2026-08-23). Did Bobby Vinton ever sing about the perfect father and daughter relationship? moderndiplomacy.eu Every single day, my mother and I played a cat-and-mouse game of who could love and adore my father more than the previous day. Was it fair to say that I won most of the time? For whatever reason, for whatever reason. I always loved my father unconditionally, but now that he was in the …
(2026-08-23). Canada to hit US with retaliatory tariffs as trade war escalates. aljazeera.com Mark Carney says Canada will impose tariffs starting September 8 on imports of US steel, electronics and other products.
(2026-08-23). SIDSSA gets underway in Cape Town. sanews.gov.za SIDSSA gets underway in Cape Town | Infrastructure South Africa (ISA) will be hosting the 5th iteration of the Sustainable Infrastructure Development Symposium South Africa (SIDSSA) from today, bringing together a broad spectrum of stakeholders including investors, financial institutions, policymakers, thought leaders and other critical partners, to drive South Africa's infrastructure investment mandate. | This year the Symposium themed: "Shaping the future of municipal infrastructure", will focus on strengthening government's capacity to build future-ready, resilient and sustainable municipal infrastructure. | P…
(2026-08-23). Thursday 8/27: Atrocity Inc. — Film Screening; Post Q&A Discussion with the Filmmaker. indybay.org Zoom | masspeaceaction.org/event/atrocity-inc-s……
(2026-08-23). WHYY Newscast for Sunday 8:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-08-23). CENTRESTAGE to showcase 270 fashion brands to Hong Kong. ecns.cn CENTRESTAGE, Hong Kong's annual fashion showcase, will return to the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre from Sept. 2 to 5, bringing together around 270 brands from 24 countries and regions and featuring more than 30 fashion shows.
(2026-08-23). Sunday 9/6: Boycott Chevron Picket. indybay.org Chevron Corporate Station | 5500 Telegraph Ave, Oakland | (Telegraph at 55th)…
(2026-08-23). Stop Government Surveillance! No to Flock and ALPRs! indybay.org Join us for an action Thursday, August 20th, 5: 00-6: 30, on Broadway and 14th St in Oakland, against Flock and all ALPRs as part of a National Week of Actions organized by DeFlock…
(2026-08-23). Starc takes 10 as Australia hand Bangladesh innings defeat in second Test. aljazeera.com Australia bounce back after losing first Test, bowling out the visitors for 64 and 95 to win by an innings and 51 runs.
(2026-08-23). Kazakhstan holds parliamentary election expected to cement president's grip. aljazeera.com Only state-approved parties loyal to President Tokayev permitted to take part amid a sweeping constitutional overhaul.
(2026-08-23). Shenzhen Customs signs first sister-port cooperation MOU with Chile. ecns.cn Shenzhen Customs signed its first sister-port cooperation memorandum Thursday with Valparaíso Customs of Chile, under the APEC China Year 2026 framework.
(2026-08-23). Former Taliban commander Mullah Nazir's associate shot dead in South Waziristan. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-08-23). Snowfall forces suspension of rescue efforts to recover Dr Asma Mushtaq's body from Spantik. tribune.com.pk 
Snowfall at Spantik forced the suspension of efforts to recover the body of Pakistani climber Dr Asma Mushtaq, with the recovery team reaching camp 2 before being advised to return to base camp and wait for a suitable weather window, the Alpine Club of Pakistan (ACP) said on Sunday. | According to an earlier statement issued on Friday, the ACP announced that Dr Asma had died during her descent from Spantik after successfully reaching the 7,027-metre summit. The club said, "she had suffered serious high-altitude sickness at around 6,400 metres, which apparently led to her death". | In the latest statement, the…
(2026-08-23). Olise leads Bayern to Super Cup win. tribune.com.pk 
Michael Olise scored a goal and created another as Bayern Munich won 2-1 at old foes Borussia Dortmund in the season-opening German Supercup on Saturday. | After a starring role with France at the World Cup, Olise was Bayern's most dangerous attacker, regularly tearing down the right flank. | He found makeshift midfielder Nathaniel Brown for Bayern's 28th-minute opener and then scored one of his own just before the break. | A late goal for former Wolves striker Fabio Silva brought Dortmund closer and the hosts could have levelled deep into stoppage time but Maximilian Beier scuffed a golden chance when through…
(2026-08-23). Chikunga seeks stronger SA-UAE cooperation on youth empowerment. sanews.gov.za Chikunga seeks stronger SA-UAE cooperation on youth empowerment | Minister in the Presidency for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities Sindisiwe Chikunga has called for stronger cooperation between South Africa and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to advance youth empowerment, skills development, entrepreneurship and innovation. | Chikunga held a bilateral meeting with UAE Minister of State for Youth Affairs, Dr Sultan bin Saif Al Neyadi, on the sidelines of the BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa) Youth Ministers' Meeting in Visakhapatnam, India, on Saturday. | The meeting focused on strength…
(2026-08-23). Gill, Padikkal fifties put India in control in Colombo. tribune.com.pk 
COLOMBO: India built a solid platform on the opening day of the second Test against Sri Lanka on Sunday, reaching 193-3 just after tea with Devdutt Padikkal unbeaten on 67 after captain Shubman Gill (50) completed a patient half-century. | India, who won the toss and elected to bat at the Sinhalese Sports Club Ground, lost Yashasvi Jaiswal and KL Rahul early before Gill and Padikkal steadied the innings with a century partnership. | Padikkal was 67 not out from 122 balls, having struck seven fours, while wicket-keeper Rishabh Pant was unbeaten on one as India moved through 53.4 overs at a scoring rate of 3.59.
(2026-08-23). Messi scores but Miami slump continues. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-08-23). Sam Marcy: 'A Marxist Defense of the L.A. Rebellion'. wibailoutpeople.org 1993:
(2026-08-23). Trump criticises Canada over tariffs amid ongoing trade dispute. tribune.com.pk 
US President Donald Trump on Sunday criticised Canada over tariffs and renewed his criticism of Ottawa's relationship with Washington. | "Canada wants the benefits of being a State, without being one!!!" Trump wrote on Truth Social. | He also accused Canada of imposing high tariffs on US agricultural products, saying: "They have also charged our great farmers, for many years, massive amounts of Tariffs. No more!!!" | The comments came amid an ongoing trade dispute between the two countries. | Earlier, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney accused the US of using new tariffs to "hurt and divide" Canada, calling t…
(2026-08-23). Beijing's Jan—July exports hit record high. ecns.cn Beijing region posted goods trade of 2.12 trillion yuan ($293.6 billion) in the first seven months of 2026, up 16.3% yearonyear, Beijing Customs said Thursday.
(2026-08-23). Child Protection Court stops underage marriage. tribune.com.pk 
The Peshawar Child Protection Court has stopped the alleged forced marriage of a 13-year-old girl in Phandu and ordered that she neither be married nor sent to her husband's home until she turns 16. | The court directed the girl's parents to furnish a surety bond of Rs2 million and ordered the Child Protection Officer (CPO) to submit a follow-up report every three months regarding her safety, care and protection. | In its written order, the court said it had taken timely action after receiving information about the alleged forced marriage of the minor. It directed the relevant authorities to ensure that the gi…
(2026-08-23). Saturday 10/10: Monterey Film Screening: All Left of You. indybay.org Irvine Auditorium, Middlebury Institute of International Studies, 499 Pierce Street, Monterey, CA 93944…
(2026-08-23). Boots Riley Speaks In Solidarity With Crockett 10 & ILWU C & H Workers Struggle At Court. indybay.org Film maker, musician and activist Boots Riley spoke in solidarity with the Crockett 10 who have been attacked and charged by Contra Costa county police at the C & H sugar refinery which was being struck by ILWU Local 6 and ILWU Local 10. | The defendants and union and community supporters rallied at the court house at the hearings and Boots Riley spoke in the afternoon.
(2026-08-23). Inter thrash Monza to launch Serie A title defence. tribune.com.pk 
Inter Milan kicked off the defence of their Serie A title in emphatic fashion on Saturday, cruising to a 4-1 home victory over promoted Monza. | The reigning Italian champions needed just six minutes to break the deadlock when Hakan Calhanoglu blasted in from distance. | Monza, back in the top flight after a season in Serie B, levelled through Gustavo Varela in the 29th minute. | Inter restored their advantage shortly after the restart, with Piotr Zielinski finding the net in the 48th minute. | Pio Esposito, preferred in the starting line-up to Marcus Thuram, made it 3-1 eight minutes later with an inventive b…
(2026-08-23). President to answer questions in Parliament this week. sanews.gov.za President to answer questions in Parliament this week | President Cyril Ramaphosa will answer questions in the National Assembly this week as Parliament turns its attention to municipal governance, South Africa's international standing and the work of the Ad Hoc Committee investigating allegations made by Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi. | President Ramaphosa is scheduled to answer questions for oral reply at 2pm on Tuesday. | Among the issues expected to come under scrutiny are measures to restore South Africa's credibility as a Pan-African voice amid protests against foreign nationals, as well as structur…
(2026-08-23). Monday 9/7: Santa Cruz: Workers Over Billionaires! Labor Day Pro-Union Protest. indybay.org Intersection of Ocean and Water Streets | Santa Cruz, CA…
(2026-08-23). Chinese robot beats Usain Bolt's 100m world record at Beijing games. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-08-23). Monday 8/24: Free Yaakub Phone Banking. indybay.org Zoom | us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/ne-1zl9……
(2026-08-23). Govt continues investigations into sardine deaths. sanews.gov.za Govt continues investigations into sardine deaths | The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) says it is continuing to investigate the recent sardine mortality event, although no new mass-mortality incidents have been reported since Sunday, 16 August 2026. | The department said the absence of further large-scale incidents suggests that the acute phase of the event may have eased, but monitoring and testing are continuing. | In a statement issued on Sunday, the department reported that approximately 75 sardines have been included in the pilchard herpesvirus (PHV) testing programme to date.
(2026-08-23). 6th Annual Blake Block Party in Kenosha August 29, 2026. wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-08-23). Xinjiang foreign trade grows 4.4% as trade with Africa more than doubles. ecns.cn Foreign trade in northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region reached 335.22 billion yuan ($49.9 billion) in the first seven months of 2026, up 4.4% year on year, according to Urumqi Customs. In July alone, the region's foreign trade surged 70.4% from a year earlier.
(2026-08-23). Gen Z is increasingly using social media for news. What does this say about the current news environment? whyy.org Polls reveal that Gen Z adults are consuming news on social media in higher numbers than their older counterparts. | File photo: The TikTok logo is seen on a cell phone on Oct. 14, 2022, in Boston. North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper's administration said it is reviewing the use of TikTok on state government devices, as the popular social media app is a growing source of security concerns from politicians in Washington and other states. (AP Photo/Michael Dwyer, File)…
(2026-08-23). JI chief announces nationwide strike, long march towards Islamabad after 12 Rabiul Awwal. tribune.com.pk 
Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) chief Hafiz Naeemur Rehman on Sunday announced that the party would continue its sit-in until the withdrawal of the petroleum levy, followed by a shutter-down strike after Rabiul Awwal 12, protest camps in different cities and, subsequently, a long march towards Islamabad. | Speaking at a press conference on the eighth day of the sit-in, Rehman said the JI's campaign had entered a decisive phase and that the party intended to take the movement to its logical conclusion. | He said the three ongoing sit-ins would continue, while protest camps would also be established in different cities. He…
(2026-08-23). Xi'an hosts ISU Junior Grand Prix opening leg. ecns.cn The Xi'an leg of the ISU Junior Grand Prix of Figure Skating 2026/27 officially opened on Thursday, gathering more than 100 young skaters from over 30 countries and regions.
(2026-08-23). China Q&A | Green thinking, new pathways: how China's ancient wisdom is scaling up Nature-based Solutions. ecns.cn "If you look back in the 20th century, a lot of the conservation thinking and leadership was more Western," Maginnis said, seated in the shade of a tree. | "I'm convinced that we're seeing a real shift to global leadership coming from this region, and particularly from China." The shift, in the eyes of Maginnis, one of the architects of the global NbS concept, transcends money or measurable environmental improvements. More important is that "China is bringing in really much-needed new conceptual framings for how we will undertake conservation on a planet with nearly 10 billion people."
(2026-08-23). Fils dominates Cobolli to book Cincinnati final. tribune.com.pk 
Arthur Fils charged into the men's final of the ATP-WTA Cincinnati Masters on Saturday as he dispatched Flavio Cobolli 6-3, 6-4 in a match delayed for 45 minutes by rain and lightning. | In his first ever Masters 1000 final, The four-time ATP Tour champion will face American Tiafoe, who beat compatriot Brandon Nakashima 7-5 6-3. | The ‚Å Americans traded four consecutive breaks before drawing level at 3-3 in the opening set, but Tiafoe held to love in the seventh game and broke again to move 6-5 ahead before serving out the set. The 27-year-old broke Nakashima for a 3-2 lead in the second set and s…
(2026-08-23). Whole Foods Goat Milk Supplier's Cruelty Protested. indybay.org Point made with giant "bloody" mild carton and "die-in"
(2026-08-23). Saturday 8/22: Free virtual screening of the documentary feature film "Coexistence, My Ass!" indybay.org Zoom | us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_6Urs……
(2026-08-23). Putting money where it matters: How China can better 'invest in people'. ecns.cn On August 21, the State Council Information Office held a press conference as part of the "Start of the 15th Five-Year Plan" series. One phrase stood out at the press conference: "investing in people."
(2026-08-23). Hind Rajab, Israeli Impunity and the International Community. juancole.com
(2026-08-23). Watch the exact moment a heckler forced Trump to pause, right after he predicted his own impeachment. hindustantimes.com Donald Trump has warned Republicans that losing control of Congress in the midterms could trigger another impeachment push, urging voters to turn out and protect his agenda. Speaking at a South Carolina rally, Trump also warned of major consequences for border policy, taxes and other priorities if Democrats take control.
(2026-08-23). ICRC president: At 77, the Geneva Conventions remain indispensable to humanity and global stability. icrc.org Statement by Mirjana Spoljaric, President of the ICRC, to mark the 77th anniversary of the four Geneva Conventions of 1949 on August 12th.
(2026-08-23). America Is Selling AI Subscriptions. China Is Selling Ownership. wattsupwiththat.com Export promotion is in the national interest. Policies that increase the supply of American compute, enable open models, encourage private investment, and broaden access for startups, researchers, and allies will generate far greater long-term returns than quixotic efforts to close off intelligence for the benefit of a few at the expense of the many.
(2026-08-23). Monday 9/7: San Francisco: Freedom From Want & Fear! Labor Day Protest. indybay.org Phillip Burton Federal Building and U.S. Courthouse | 450 Golden Gate Ave | San Francisco, CA 94102…
(2026-08-23). STOP Union Busting, Victory To The ILWU 6 & 10 C&H Workers & For Global Labor Actions. indybay.org The attack on the ILWU Local 6 & Local 10 must…
(2026-08-23). Chinese robotics firms accelerate global expansion. ecns.cn "Going global" has emerged as one of the key themes of the 2026 World Robot Conference, which is being held in Beijing from Aug. 19 to 23.
(2026-08-23). Saudi Arabia's backing for Sudan's Burhan means enduring military rule. moderndiplomacy.eu Saudi Arabia's claim to oppose outside interference in Sudan is becoming increasingly difficult to sustain. Riyadh is no longer merely a venue for mediation or an advocate for a ceasefire: it is emerging as the principal regional underwriter of General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan's effort to convert battlefield advantage into an enduring political settlement on his …
(2026-08-23). California Buffalo Soldiers Heritage Trail – Freedom Friday – 2026 National Park Week. indybay.org Freedom Friday, part of 2026 National Parks Week, we announce our efforts to advance the establishment of an official National Parks Trail recognizing the Buffalo Soldiers stewardship of public lands apart of California's working landscape. This campaign positions the Trail to become a formally designated national heritage route within the National Park System.
(2026-08-23). Twin cities battered by overnight rain as Nullah Lai swells. tribune.com.pk 
Heavy rain and thunderstorms caused widespread waterlogging in Rawalpindi and Islamabad early on Sunday, with water levels in Nullah Lai rising sharply before falling rapidly after the rain stopped. | The twin cities have been hit by intermittent heavy rain for several consecutive days, with repeated downpours swelling Nullah Leh, the Soan River and other waterways. The prolonged spell has kept the authorities and emergency services on alert, with rain-related flooding reported in several low-lying areas. | The rain began at about 1am and continued until around 5am, according to the Pakistan Meteorological Dep…
(2026-08-23). What Makes Shiva Dhaba the Best Dhaba to Visit? indybay.org Looking for a great place to enjoy pure vegetarian food during your journey? Discover what makes Rudr Shiva By Jagdeesh a popular choice for travelers seeking tasty North Indian food, comfortable family dining, clean surroundings, and convenient access near the Yamuna Expressway. Find out why it can be a perfect stop for your next meal.
(2026-08-23). Africans Muslims Killed by Hitler (1940—1943). unitedworldint.com The German Army in Tunisia, 1943 During the Second World War, North Africa became one of the strategically important battlefields between the Axis Powers and the Allies. Between 1940 and 1943, Germany's military presence in the region profoundly affected not only frontline warfare but also the lives of civilians, the fate of African soldiers serving …
(2026-08-23). Afridi vows to lead long march to Islamabad. tribune.com.pk 
Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Muhammad Sohail Afridi on Saturday vowed to personally lead Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) workers in the September 27 long march to Islamabad, declaring that the announced date was firm and non-negotiable and that the party would not retreat until achieving its objective. | The chief minister made the remarks during a one-day visit to Hangu as part of preparations for the long march. He addressed participants of the PTI's Street Movement at Hangu Bazaar Chowk and Abu Bakr Siddique Chowk. PTI provincial president Junaid Akbar Khan, Provincial Ministers Shafi Jan and Meena Khan…
(2026-08-23). Pegula dethrones Swiatek to book Cincinnati final against Gauff. aljazeera.com The women's all-American final will be followed by a men's title clash between Frances Tiafoe and Arthur Fils of France.
(2026-08-23). Australia demolish Bangladesh in two days. tribune.com.pk 
An irrepressible Mitchell Starc bagged four wickets and 10 for the match as he ripped through the Bangladesh batting to ensure a commanding innings and 51-run second Test victory for Australia inside two days on Sunday. | The visitors headed into the Mackay showdown on a high after shocking the world's top-ranked team by nine wickets in the first Test at Darwin. | But they were brought crashing back to earth by some scintillating fast bowling, led by man-of-the-match Starc who finished with 10-51 for the match to level the two-game series. | After 18 wickets fell on a frenetic first day, the hosts were all out…
(2026-08-23). Solar kiosks bring healthcare closer to patients in Chad. aljazeera.com Solar-powered telemedicine is helping rural Chadians overcome distance and limited access to doctors.
(2026-08-23). Kazakhstan parliamentary elections begin: What's at stake? aljazeera.com The Central Asian country heads to the polls on August 23.
(2026-08-23). Saturday 8/22: Lompico Pond Restoration Project (LPRP) Volunteer Workday. indybay.org Lompico Pond (aka "Guacamole Pond" officially "Lake Lompico") | ~ 11603 Lakeshore Dr. (Felton CA 95018) near Lake Blvd…
(2026-08-23). Sunday 9/20: San Jose Peace and Justice Center 69th Anniversary. indybay.org 48 S. 7th Street San Jose, CA 95112…
(2026-08-23). Who Can Be Called a Politician and What Does It Mean? indybay.org Understand who can be called a politician, what the role means, and which qualities define effective political leadership. Explore the importance of public service, responsibility, communication, integrity, and community participation in politics.
(2026-08-23). World Humanitarian Day: Remarks by Yasmine Praz, Director of Operations, ICRC. icrc.org MSF-HUG event — 19 August 2026…
(2026-08-23). China regains top spot among Germany's trading partners in H1. ecns.cn China remained Germany's largest trading partner in the first half of 2026, with bilateral trade reaching 125.5 billion euros ($146.8 billion), according to data released by the German Federal Statistical Office on Wednesday.
(2026-08-23). Key bridge blown up in Mastung. tribune.com.pk 
An important bridge on the N-25 National Highway was blown up by unidentified armed men in Mastung district, disrupting traffic on the key route, security officials said. | The incident occurred late Friday night in the Khad Koocha area, where unidentified attackers detonated explosives on a culvert between Injiri Cross and Khad Koocha. The blast damaged the structure and temporarily affected traffic flow. | Officials said no loss of life was reported in the attack. Traffic was subsequently diverted through an alternative route to ensure continued movement on the highway. | Security forces cordoned off the are…
(2026-08-23). Chinese modernization offers insights for development paths, says senior Tajik official. ecns.cn Chinese modernization, a senior Tajik politician has argued, has charted a path distinct from the Western model ⚪ one that offers valuable experience for developing countries seeking a route to modernization suited to their own conditions.
(2026-08-23). Sadiq urges Pakistan to rethink team balance. tribune.com.pk 
KARACHI: Former Pakistan Test opener Sadiq Mohammad has urged the team management to rethink its combination for the second Test against England, saying Pakistan's defeat at Headingley exposed the weakness of playing an extra batsman at the expense of a fifth frontline bowler. | Pakistan were beaten by an innings and 103 runs in the opening Test, with England's seamers exploiting the conditions to put the visitors' batting under sustained pressure. | Sadiq said Pakistan must select a side better suited to English conditions, where changes in weather can quickly bring seam and swing into play. | He questioned t…
(2026-08-23). Iran counters Trump "D-Day" by Menacing Arab Oil Monarchies. juancole.com Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) — The Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council, Mohsen Rezaei, replied on Saturday to Trump's threats to impose "economic warfare and isolation on an unprecedented scale," on Iran, as other military figures said Iran is moving from a defensive to an offensive military doctrine. The US president said, "Any country that allows its financial institutions, businesses, airports, or government entities to provide any type of lifeline to Iran will itself face tremendous economic consequences." He called an economic "D-Day" and demanded that all of America's allies join in t…
(2026-08-23). Serena Williams teams up with Carlos Alcaraz in US Open mixed doubles. aljazeera.com The 23-time Grand Slam champion will not be playing singles, but could team up with her older sister Venus for doubles.
(2026-08-23). Christy Moore: 'James Connolly'. wibailoutpeople.org 
James Connolly Born Edinburgh, Scotland of Irish parents — said to have first come to Ireland in his youth as a member of the British Army — married in 1889 — active in The Socialist movement in Edinburgh in the early 1890s — came to Ireland in 1896 and founded the Irish Socialist Republican Party …
(2026-08-23). Chinese Culture Carnival opens in London. ecns.cn The 2026 Chinese Culture Carnival launched Thursday in London's Chinatown, offering immersive workshops to connect BritishChinese youth with their heritage.
(2026-08-23). Nigeria: Red Cross Movement continues tracing 17,000 missing persons cases as families await answers. icrc.org
(2026-08-23). Haiti: Nowhere left for people to take shelter as violence spreads. icrc.org
(2026-08-23). Somalia's families face impossible choices as fuel and food costs soar. icrc.org
(2026-08-23). Mali: Six injured people transferred from Kidal to Gao. icrc.org
(2026-08-23). Stricter US sanctions threaten severe economic strain as Iran keeps Hormuz traffic in check. geo.tv
(2026-08-23). Frequently asked questions: Nuclear Weapons. icrc.org
(2026-08-23). Russia: ICRC helps displaced people start over. icrc.org
(2026-08-23). Restoring hope: five years of MHPSS support for repatriated families in Central Asia. icrc.org
(2026-08-23). Myanmar: ICRC visits Daw Aung San Suu Kyi. icrc.org
(2026-08-23). World Humanitarian Day: Health care is not a privilege, it is a fundamental right. icrc.org
(2026-08-23). Philippines: Facts and figures from January to June 2026. icrc.org
(2026-08-23). Violence consumes land and lives in Mali. icrc.org
(2026-08-23). Without education for girls, Afghanistan loses its chance for a better tomorrow. globalvoices.org
(2026-08-23). Nina Simone 'Mississippi Goddam'. wibailoutpeople.org
(2026-08-23). Preserving humanity and dignity in the Philippines' armed conflicts. icrc.org
(2026-08-23). Frequently asked questions: Our work in Ethiopia. icrc.org
(2026-08-23). Democratic Republic of the Congo: ICRC hands over 15 people released by the Congolese authorities to AFC/M23. icrc.org
(2026-08-23). British corporation continued trafficking of enslaved Africans to Guyana 40 years after abolition. wibailoutpeople.org
(2026-08-23). Water and habitat in conflict – 2026 Briefer. icrc.org
(2026-08-23). Democratic Republic of the Congo: More than 80,000 people receive food and seed. icrc.org
(2026-08-23). Geography, industry, and technological sovereignty in the new space economy according to Italy. strategic-culture.su
(2026-08-23). Syria becoming central to regional peace with Turkey as security guarantor? strategic-culture.su
(2026-08-23). Why the world cannot normalize the killing of those who help. icrc.org
(2026-08-23). Afghanistan: Operational Facts and Figures — January to June 2026. icrc.org
(2026-08-23). Frequently asked questions: Our work in Somalia. icrc.org
(2026-08-23). Ukraine: Civilian casualties rise as conflict escalates. icrc.org
(2026-08-23). Search continues for missing crew after bulk carrier sinks off India. geo.tv
(2026-08-23). Macron hosts Saudi's MBS for visit ranging from esports to Mideast. tribune.com.pk 
French President Emmanuel Macron welcomes Saudi crown prince and de facto ruler Mohammed bin Salman on Sunday for a two-day visit set to range from esports to the war in the Middle East. | Several agreements on health, transport and energy will be signed on the second day of the visit on Monday, according to a French presidential official, underlining the strength of the Paris-Riyadh relationship. | But the visit will kick off in a different style on Sunday evening from 1800 GMT with Macron hosting the Saudi strongman – known as MBS – at the closing ceremony of the Esports World Cup hosted by Paris. | Read: Mi…
(2026-08-23). Thousands flee Sudan's Kordofan fighting for relative safety of El Obeid. aljazeera.com
(2026-08-23). Kusturica, il Grande Fratello Digitale e la verità prescrittiva. strategic-culture.su C'è qualcosa di profondamente grottesco nella forma che sta assumendo la censura contemporanea: non ha più bisogno di un censore, di un ministro dell'Informazione, di una commissione ideologica, di un funzionario incaricato di apporre la fatidica matita rossa sul testo sgradito e neppure, fortunatamente, di un poliziotto che si presenti alla porta di casa.
(2026-08-22). Tony Greenstein's historic speech led to acquittal — and Zionist meltdown. thecanary.co 
Jewish anti-genocide activist Tony Greenstein was acquitted yesterday, 21 August 2026. Greenstein, 72, faced supposed 'terror' charges for expressing his support for Palestinian resistance to Israel's occupation. The state's failure to convict triggered a massive hissy-fit among the UK Israel lobby. Zionists demanded changes to prosecutions to prevent juries acquitting individuals deemed undesirable by those […] | By
(2026-08-22). US, Iran keep up hostile rhetoric ahead of new sanctions. geo.tv US Navy sailors work on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS George Washington as it transits the Arabian Sea to support US military operations in the war with Iran August 20, 2026. — ReutersUS to target Iranian trading partners, raising concerns in China.Strait of Hormuz…
(2026-08-22). Analysis-Trump heads into midterms short on foreign policy wins. al-monitor.com By Humeyra Pamuk, Andrea Shalal and Steve HollandWASHINGTON, Aug 22 (Reuters) – With the Iran war now at a costly standoff and crises from Ukraine to Gaza still unresolved, President Donald Trump's ambitious foreign policy agenda appears stuck as he heads into November's midterm elections.The setbacks are striking for a president who returned to office last year promising to be a "peacemaker" and made resolving international conflicts a centerpiece of his second-term agenda.
(2026-08-22). U.S. Desperation in Iran: Bribing the IRGC—and Preparing for a Nuclear Strike? thealtworld.com Pepe Escobar is a journalist, a political analyst, and author.
(2026-08-22). Iran condemns US plans to announce new sanctions. al-monitor.com By Menna Alaa El-Din and Kanishka SinghCAIRO/WASHINGTON, Aug 22 (Reuters) – Iran on Saturday denounced U.S. plans to announce new sanctions that could put further strain on the Islamic Republic's economy and have an impact on its most important trading partners including China.After nearly six months of war since the U.S. and Israel launched airstrikes against Iran on February 28, the sides are not firing at each other but also showing no sign of pursuing peace talks.
(2026-08-22). The Houthi Blockade: Can Saudi Arabia Really Escape Iran's Trap? moderndiplomacy.eu The question is no longer whether Saudi Arabia will respond to the Houthi blockade but what kind of response it can sustain. Riyadh has been building Yemeni militia troops for seven months and is forced to make a decision it has put off since 2022: either it accepts the possibility of ongoing attacks on its …
(2026-08-22). Setting Terms and Deciding Agendas: Opacity and Division in Iranian and American Leadership. moderndiplomacy.eu On Saturday, the Iranian Foreign Ministry announced that a navigation map had been agreed upon in diplomatic talks with Oman. The Iranian spokesman emphasised that the agreement had been reached despite US "obstruction" and efforts to "hinder" the talks. Further, the Iranian Foreign Minister consistently maintained that the Iran-Oman navigation talks are a separate endeavour …
(2026-08-22). As families retrieve bodies, Gaza is running out of places to bury the dead. aljazeera.com Israel's genocidal war on Gaza has seen thousands of bodies buried in makeshift sites.
(2026-08-22). The 2026—2027 school year in Cuba begins on September 1st. radiohc.cu The Ministry of Education of the Republic of Cuba (MINED) confirmed that the upcoming 2026—2027 academic year will officially start on September 1, in compliance with the institutional calendar established for the national education system. | Through its official social media channels, the agency ratified the date and emphasized the importance of full, punctual student attendance from day one, a factor considered key to optimal pedagogical development. In its statement, MINED also reiterated that education remains a fundamental right and a shared responsibility among families, schools, and society.This deci…
(2026-08-22). Egypt and China's 2026 Military Drills: What They Mean for US and Israeli Security. moderndiplomacy.eu The second iteration of the joint air exercise Eagles of Civilization 2026 commenced on the Egyptian lands in August 2026, involving the Egyptian and Chinese air forces. The exercise included advanced Chinese air combat systems, such as heavy fighters like the J-16 and support and battle management aircraft. Advanced systems, including modern fighters and support …
(2026-08-22). Can The Israeli Military Be Trusted To Investigate Itself? Evidence Shows Genuine Accountability Is Rare. scheerpost.com Shannon Bosch, Edith Cowan University The Conversation Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says it's an "outrage" the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have decided not to open a criminal investigation into the Israeli strikes that killed an Australian aid worker, Zomi Frankcom, and six of her colleagues in Gaza in April 2024. He added: It falls far …
(2026-08-22). UK, Canada, Australia slam Israel ending probe into aid worker killings. al-monitor.com Britain, Canada, and Australia on Friday condemned as "shameful" Israel's decision to close an investigation into the death of seven aid workers killed in Gaza in 2024. | The World Central Kitchen employees ⚪ three Britons, a dual US-Canadian national, a Pole, an Australian, and a Palestinian ⚪ died in a drone strike on their vehicle convoy after overseeing the unloading of a food aid shipment.
(2026-08-22). Turkey to seek Interpol notice for Netanyahu in Gaza flotilla case. al-monitor.com ISTANBUL, Aug 21 (Reuters) – Turkey said on Friday it would seek an Interpol red notice for the arrest of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as part of a domestic criminal case linked to an attack on activists seeking to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza.
(2026-08-22). Gaza 'humanitarian catastrophe' undermining support even in 'pro-Israel' nations: Poland. tribune.com.pk 
Polish Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski said the "humanitarian catastrophe" in Gaza and the failure to ensure accountability for the Israeli military's "excessive use of force" were undermining public support even in nations supportive of Israel. | "Partnership requires mutual respect," Sikorski said on Thursday on US social media company X. | "The humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza, as well as the failure of accountability for [Israel Defence Forces] IDF's excessive use of force, are undermining public support in even pro-Israel nations," he added. | His comments came as Poland's Foreign Ministry expressed "g…
(2026-08-22). Venezuela Appoints Opposition Politician Enrique Ochoa Antich Ambassador to Switzerland. orinocotribune.com Caracas ( The appointment was approved during an extraordinary parliamentary session on Friday, August 21. It places Ochoa Antich in the diplomatic post previously occupied by longstanding Venezuelan diplomat Roy Chaderton. | The decision represents another significant appointment of…
(2026-08-22). Latin American Youth Solidarity Brigade Arrives in Venezuela. wibailoutpeople.org 
Participants of the ALBA Movements' youth solidarity brigade to Venezuela pose in front of the Simón Bolívar statue at Plaza Bolívar in Caracas. Photo: Leonardo Fernandes.
(2026-08-22). Punjab youth shot dead in New York while on pizza delivery; family seeks help to bring body home. ptcnews.tv PTC Web Desk: A 28-year-old man from Jabbowal village near Begowal in Punjab's Kapurthala district was allegedly shot dead in New York City, leaving his family devastated.The deceased has been identified as Gurdeep Singh, who had moved to the United States more than a decade ago in search of better opportunities.According to people familiar with the family, Gurdeep was on his way to make a pizza delivery when armed men allegedly opened fire on him on Richmond Street in New York City. He suffered fatal injuries in the shooting. | Gurdeep's acquaintances said his father had reportedly borrowed money to send him to…
(2026-08-22). DR Congo receives 1st batch of vaccines to contain Ebola outbreak. tribune.com.pk 
The Democratic Republic of Congo has received the first batch of 16,520 doses of the Ervebo Ebola vaccine to contain the Ebola virus, health authorities said late Friday. | Health Minister Samuel Roger Kamba said more than 50,000 doses are expected by Monday. | "These doses would strengthen the government's response to Ebola and contribute to the protection of populations, with the support of our partners," Kamba told reporters in Kinshasa. | Read: WHO pleads for more support to tackle Ebola outbreak | The World Health Organisation announced on Thursday that 70,000 vaccines would be supplied to Congo from the…
(2026-08-22). Washington 'Unlikely To Restart' Large-Scale Hostilities Against Iran. scheerpost.com News Desk, The Cradle. Bessent said that illegal US sanctions are a replacement for a war of aggression that has failed to break Tehran. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent told CNBC on 20 August that Washington will likely "not restart" large-scale military operations against Iran, as the White House shifts to a campaign of maximum economic …
(2026-08-22). Delaware election 2026: Meet the 3 Republicans hoping to unseat Sarah McBride in Congress. whyy.org Earl Cooper, Joseph Arminio and John Whalen III are Republicans vying for Delaware's congressional seat. Here's what to know about the race, and where the candidates stand. | From left to right: Republicans John Whalen III, Joe Arminio and Earl Cooper Three Republican candidates are competing for the nomination to challenge Democratic U.S. Rep Sarah McBride for Delaware's lone congressional seat.
(2026-08-22). States Claim to Invest in "Humane" New Prisons — But Prisons Were Never Humane. truthout.org In 2027, the doors of the largest state-funded infrastructure project in Indiana's history will open. Already a winner of a "green" award for design sustainability, this public facility in the state's northeastern corner includes 18,000 square feet of classroom space. But this is not a community center or a free public college — it is the new 4,200-bed Northwest Indiana Correctional Facility… |
(2026-08-22). US Postal Service shares mail-in ballot restrictions despite court ruling. aljazeera.com US President Donald Trump has called for restrictions on mail-in voting as part of bid to exert control over elections.
(2026-08-22). Sunday 8/23: Ceasefire Postcards Pop Up. indybay.org 1122 University Ave, Berkeley CA…
(2026-08-22). Former world champion boxer Zolani Tete shot and killed in South Africa. aljazeera.com Zolani Tete, who held WBF flyweight and WBO bantamweight world titles, killed at his home in Eastern Cape, South Africa.
(2026-08-22). Arteta — fifth fastest manager to reach 150 premier league wins. thecanary.co 
Arsenal's victory over Coventry City was not just an ideal start to their Premier League title defense; it also marked a historic milestone for their manager, Mikel Arteta, who joined an elite group after securing his 150th win in the competition. Arteta led Arsenal to a 3-0 victory over Coventry in the opening round of […] | By
(2026-08-22). Canada gurdwara attack: Two injured in stabbing incident at Nanaksar Sikh Gurdwara, PM Carney condemns attack. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: At least two men were in a stabbing incident that took place at the Nanaksar Gurdwara in Canada's Edmonton. The 27-year-old armed individual entered the building during morning prayers and launched attack and subsequently was taken into the custody. | Police confirmed the 27-year-old suspect has a history of violent offences and had recently been released from a federal facility serving a sentence for aggravated assault and assaulting a peace officer. He had reportedly failed to report to his assigned halfway house prior to the incident. | According to official police reports, Edmonton Police Serv…
(2026-08-22). Journalists Fired From Military Newspaper for Asserting Editorial Independence. truthout.org Correspondent Lara Korte, editor-in-chief Erik Slavin, and publisher Max Lederer were all fired from their posts at Stars and Stripes on Friday, the latest attack on press freedom by President Donald Trump and members of his administration — this time targeting the paper that provides daily news to US servicemembers spread across the globe. "I consider it a great privilege to live alongside… |
(2026-08-22). New record highs set by Minsk Oblast agricultural workers. eng.belta.by Pavel Shutilo and Sergei Kostyukevich, machine operators, who drive a harvester of Belarusian make and are employed by OAO Kukhchitsy, Kletsk District, have exceeded 6,000 tonnes of threshed grain each.
(2026-08-22). Kenosha, August 29, 2026: Blake Family 6th Annual Block Party! wibailoutpeople.org 
Event by BCD Racism For six years, the Blake Family Block Party has brought our community together for a day of laughter, connection, and celebration. We're excited to welcome everyone back for another unforgettable afternoon filled with family fun, live entertainment, and community spirit! Saturday, August 29, 2026 1PM — 5PM 28th Avenue (between 40th …
(2026-08-22). Social crime in the Calumet region: Blackouts in Gary, Indiana, extend into second week. wsws.org The collapse of infrastructure in Gary and the broader Calumet region is the result of decades of policies through which the financial elite has drained resources from essential physical assets and funneled them into speculation.
(2026-08-22). Is Washington Quietly Resetting Its Approach to Ending the War in Ukraine? moderndiplomacy.eu Land can be surrendered only once. A security guarantee can be reconsidered whenever a government changes or another war demands Washington's attention. This becomes the centre of the latest American effort to end the war in Ukraine. Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner may be preparing to travel to Kyiv and Moscow, but renewed diplomacy means …
(2026-08-22). 'Blind murder' theory falls apart as TikToker killing probe uncovers family plot. tribune.com.pk 
The murder investigation into 28-year-old TikToker Shamsu Bibi, also known as Ayesha Gilamana, in Taxila took a dramatic turn on Saturday, with police alleging that her father, biological brother and close relatives were involved in the conspiracy to kill her. | Police have arrested five suspects, including her father and brother, while the two alleged shooters are also in custody. | Rawalpindi Operations SSP Malik Tariq Mehboob told a presser that preliminary investigations suggested Ayesha's family disapproved of her TikTok and other social media activities, which had become a major source of conflict within…
(2026-08-22). Why is Israel building new illegal settlements? aljazeera.com Israel opens construction bids for new illegal housing units in the occupied West Bank.
(2026-08-22). West Bank: Israel-Backed Settler Violence Drives Displacement. juancole.com Record Year for Settler Attacks on Palestinians | * Escalating Israeli settler attacks on Palestinians in the West Bank have fully or partially displaced 107 communities since January 2023 alongside unprecedented settlement expansion.
| * Settlers responsible for attacks operate with the financial, material, and legal backing of the Israeli state. Attacks by armed settlers often occur alongside Israeli army units or with soldiers standing by.
| * Other countries should impose targeted sanctions on those implicated in ongoing grave abuses, suspend arms transfers to Israel, ban trade with illegal settle…
(2026-08-22). Fired Federal Employees Are Bringing Climate Change Info Back to the People. truthout.org Since June 23, a group of former employees of the communications branch of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) have been busily resurrecting one of the government's premier educational websites on climate change. Climate.gov was started in the early 2010s by communicators with NOAA, and for more than a decade it consistently produced high-quality graphics and other… |
(2026-08-22). 'Not a small issue': People deported by US to Liberia face uncertain future. aljazeera.com Liberia's government announced the move on Tuesday, two days before the flight. Politicians say they were not consulted.
(2026-08-22). Trump seeks to block the BBC's attempt to subpoena Ivanka Trump, Trump Jr. aljazeera.com While lawyers for the US president argue the subpoenas are 'cynical', the BBC says they could help shine light on case.
(2026-08-22). Electric vehicles race from Minsk to Ostrovets to promote nuclear energy. eng.belta.by Participants of the rally will drive from Minsk to the town of Ostrovets. Energy Minister Denis Moroz heads the rally. He will drive along the route in a Geely EX5 electric car.
(2026-08-22). Family and coworkers to hold memorial service for James Brasher, third Stellantis worker killed under UAW 2023 sellout contract. wsws.org The 57-year-old Stellantis worker killed on the job August 1 at the company's Mopar Parts Distribution Center in Center Line.
(2026-08-22). Summer Drought Compounds Longstanding Water Challenges in Puerto Rico. truthout.org Imagine turning on your kitchen faucet and nothing comes out. Not for an hour, but for two full days. Then the water returns, only to stop again two days later. That is what more than 180,000 customers in San Juan, Puerto Rico, and six nearby municipalities have been dealing with since Aug. 7, 2026, and officials expect 48-hour rotating outages to continue at least through August. |
(2026-08-22). Armed men kidnap dozens in attacks on Nigerian villages. aljazeera.com Police say three villages and a mosque were attacked, and worshippers kidnapped in central Niger State.
(2026-08-22). 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?
(2026-08-22). The DEA summit in Buenos Aires and a new military architecture for Latin America. unitedworldint.com By Fernando Esteche Buenos Aires awoke this week to reinforced security around the Palacio Libertad. Three days behind closed doors, with between 400 and 600 security officials from over one hundred countries, under a motto that already foreshadows the tone: "Justice through strength and unity." No press coverage or broadcasts. Considering this government's habitual punitive …
(2026-08-22). Nakashima pounds Fritz in Cincinnati upset. tribune.com.pk 
Brandon Nakashima continued his red-hot pace on Friday, knocking out sixth-seeded Taylor Fritz 7-6 (11/9), 4-6, 6-3 to reach the ATP-WTA Cincinnati Masters semi-finals. | Unseeded Czech Sara Bejlek also advanced, backing up her stunning victory over world number one Aryna Sabalenka with a 3-6, 6-4, 7-6 (7/5) quarter-final win over Madison Keys. | Bejlek, 20, booked a semi-final showdown with fourth-seeded American Coco Gauff, who powered to a 6-2, 6-2 victory over 10th-seeded Ukrainian Marta Kostyuk. | Nakashima lined up an all-American men's semi against Frances Tiafoe, who out-lasted Italian Lorenzo Musetti…
(2026-08-22). Tropical Storm Moke advances towards Hawaii with heavy rain, strong winds. aljazeera.com For the second week in a row, Hawaii Island, also known as the Big Island, faces threats from an intensifying storm.
(2026-08-22). Arteta hails Arsenal's desire. tribune.com.pk 
Mikel Arteta said Arsenal's dominant 3-0 win against Coventry in the opening game of the Premier League season on Friday proved the champions have not lost their hunger for silverware. | Arteta's side picked up where they left off last season, cruising to victory over out-classed Coventry thanks to goals from Kai Havertz, Bukayo Saka and Martin Odegaard at the Emirates Stadium. | The Gunners have been installed as title favourites and their swaggering display suggested their rivals will struggle to keep up this season. | Arteta was encouraged by the way his players set about overwhelming promoted Coventry with…
(2026-08-22). RIP to the Russiagate Liberals. theintercept.com 
(2026-08-22). Caught between silence and visibility: LGBTQ+ experiences in Mozambique. globalvoices.org 
(2026-08-22). How will Trump's tariffs affect Canada's economy? aljazeera.com US imposes 50% tariffs on key Canadian sectors after talks collapse, but unlikely to cripple Canada's economy.
(2026-08-22). Gallery applauds as Tony Greenstein is unanimously acquitted of inviting support for terrorism. thecanary.co 
Tony Greenstein's trial at Kingston Crown Court has ended in a spectacular own goal for Sussex Zionist complainants and the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS), as a jury of seven men and five women took just two hours and eleven minutes to clear the 72-year-old Jewish anti-Zionist writer and activist. The verdict left an openly hostile […] | By
(2026-08-22). Israel Targets Water Wells and Farmland, Attacking West Bank's "Breadbasket" truthout.org Agriculture in the northern West Bank could be on the verge of disappearing under the weight of Israeli land confiscation and the destruction of water wells. The Atouf area, in the Tubas governorate in the northeastern West Bank, and long known as the region's "breadbasket," has been targeted by settler attacks on its water lines. The settler raids complement the Israeli army's ongoing… |
(2026-08-22). Manchester City preview: Five key questions heading into 2026-27 season. aljazeera.com Enzo Maresca faces the formidable challenge of following the legendary manager Pep Guardiola as new season starts.
(2026-08-22). Let there be sunlight: Vatican plans solar and agriculture plant to cover its electricity needs. tribune.com.pk 
The Vatican will build a roughly €100 million ($117 million) renewable energy plant that could power the Holy See within two years via a system combining solar power and agriculture, sources involved in discussions on the project said. | The agrivoltaic plant is expected to have a capacity of 80 to 90 megawatts, making it one of Italy's largest such installations, the sources added. In such plants, solar panels are mounted several metres above the ground so crops can grow beneath them, with the shade helping to reduce evaporation and shi…
(2026-08-22). CONCACAF asks Infantino to skip youth event amid FIFA governance crisis. aljazeera.com The pressure on Gianni Infantino has led CONCACAF to reportedly ask the FIFA president to skip upcoming tournament.
(2026-08-22). Ukrainian parliament approves new SBU-linked defense minister. wsws.org The appointment of the SBU-linked Khmara signals a profound crisis of the Zelensky regime and the entire NATO war against Russia.
(2026-08-22). Open-air cinema brings movie nights back to Khartoum. aljazeera.com Families are returning to the movies at an open-air cinema in Khartoum, offering residents a brief escape from war.
(2026-08-22). Two specialists from Shifa International Hospital participated in Imran's eye assessment: PIMS. tribune.com.pk 
The Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) on Saturday said that two specialists from Shifa International Hospital "participated in the ophthalmological assessment" of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan. | According to a press release issued by PIMS, Imran was brought to the institute in Islamabad, "during the intervening night of August 20 and 21 for medical examination and treatment." It was as part of this examination process that the former prime minister was seen by the Shifa International specialists. | "Other examinations were carried out by the concerned PIMS specialists," the ins…
(2026-08-22). The new great game in the Caucasus. tribune.com.pk 
For centuries, the Caucasus was one of the great frontiers of imperial rivalry, separating and connecting the competing spheres of the Ottoman, Russian and Persian empires. In the twentieth century, the region came under Soviet rule; after the Soviet Union's collapse, the emergence of independent republics dislodged Russia's influence across much of…
(2026-08-22). Workers Struggles: Asia, Australia and the Pacific. wsws.org India: Bharatiya Mazdoor Sangh protests over wages, pensions and labour-code provisions; Mumbai public transport workers begin indefinite action; Bangladesh: Ettadee Jeans workers demand unpaid wages; Sri Lanka: Wildlife veterinarians maintain work-to-rule action; Australia: Public sector doctors strike in Victoria.
(2026-08-22). "Moderates" Support Extreme Injustice. portside.org "Moderates" Support Extreme Injustice |
(2026-08-22). Inundated Philippine communities seek answers over flood control funds. aljazeera.com Al Jazeera's Jamela Alindogan reports from Northern Philippines where inundated communities are demanding answers.
(2026-08-22). Power behind racist Cofnas revealed as US threatens Ghent university. thecanary.co 
Zionist Nathan Cofnas, the 'shit-flooding' supposed academic behind the press pile-on that hounded Prof Jason Arday to death, has constantly positioned himself as 'always the victim'. He is an Israel supporter, after all. But his 'poor little me' shtick fell apart after the US ambassador to Belgium threatened Ghent university for suspending the literal ethno-supremacist […] | By
(2026-08-22). PM Shehbaz directs financial assistance for families affected by monsoon rains, floods. tribune.com.pk 
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday directed financial assistance for families affected by the recent monsoon rains and floods across the country. | According to the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) on X, PM Shehbaz chaired a meeting in Lahore regarding the progress in relief and rehabilitation activities during the monsoon rains. | The prime minister directed that financial assistance be provided to the families of all individuals who lost their lives in the floods, as well as to owners of houses that were completely or partially damaged by the rains and floods. | The prime minister further directed that "
(2026-08-22). Social Casinos Are Creating a New Model for Digital Gaming. moguldom.com Online gaming is becoming increasingly difficult to divide into simple categories. Traditional video games now include virtual economies, mobile apps use reward systems borrowed from gaming, and casino-style entertainment is appearing in formats that do not always resemble conventional online gambling. One of the most visible examples of this convergence is the growth of social …
(2026-08-22). That Stunning Florida Senate Win. portside.org That Stunning Florida Senate Win |
(2026-08-22). Money transfers to Belarus in Q2 2026 exceed outgoing transfers by nearly 25%. eng.belta.by According to the National Bank, the equivalent of $33.7 million was sent from Belarus via international money transfer systems in Q2 2026. As much as $42 million was received from abroad.
(2026-08-22). 'Women's Lives Have Been Shattered in Every Conceivable Way'. portside.org 'Women's Lives Have Been Shattered in Every Conceivable Way' |
(2026-08-22). Iraq's Zaidi doubles down on militia disarmament, boosting oil exports. al-monitor.com Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi made the comments amid Hormuz-related export struggles and a nearing deadline for armed groups to disarm.
(2026-08-22). TikTok agrees to $400 million US children's privacy settlement. tribune.com.pk 
TikTok and its Chinese parent company ByteDance on Friday agreed to a $400-million settlement to resolve the US Justice Department's allegations the short-video app violated children's online privacy. | The Justice Department sued TikTok and ByteDance in 2024 for allegedly failing to protect children's privacy, and illegally collecting their information. | The defendants were accused of violating a law requiring online services aimed at children to obtain parental consent to collect personal information from users under age 13. | Associate Attorney General &sbquo…
(2026-08-22). Usain Bolt's 100m record broken at World Humanoid Robot Games. aljazeera.com Chinese robot reaches peak speed of 14.5 metres per second to beat Bolt's 100m record in Beijing, says state media.
(2026-08-22). Pakistan's PTI seeks contempt action over jailed Imran Khan's hospital move. aljazeera.com Party launches legal action after authorities take ex-PM to ‚Å state hospital for check-up ‚Å before returning him to jail.
(2026-08-22). Why So Many Countries Around The World Quietly Root For Iran. scheerpost.com Trita Parsi Substack It's not about Iran. It's the threats that an unchecked America poses to others I have been stunned by the number of officials from a wide variety of countries who, while hardly favoring Iran or feeling much empathy for the Islamic Republic, have privately expressed to me a huge sigh of relief …
(2026-08-22). Walk-In "Human Fridges" are Japan's newest heatwave weapon. aljazeera.com Designed to stop heatstroke in its tracks, the "Do Hiemon Box" delivers rapid, targeted cooling during extreme weather.
(2026-08-22). After canceling strike vote, union officials ram through Michigan Medicine nurses' contract. wsws.org Nurses at Michigan Medicine in Ann Arbor, Michigan were rushed into a ratification vote on a new three-year contract amid a UMPNC and corporate media campaign hailing the "historic gains" of the agreement and concealing the provisions that protect the interests of hospital management.
(2026-08-22). K-P CM Afridi vows to lead Sept 27 long march to Islamabad. tribune.com.pk Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Muhammad Sohail Afridi on Saturday vowed to personally lead Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) workers in the September 27 long march to Islamabad, declaring that the announced date was firm and non-negotiable and that the party would not retreat until achieving its objective. | The chief minister made the remarks during a one-day visit to Hangu as part of preparations for the long march. He addressed participants of the PTI's Street Movement at Hangu Bazaar Chowk and Abu Bakr Siddique Chowk. PTI provincial president Junaid Akbar Khan, Provincial Ministers Shafi Jan and Meena Khan…
(2026-08-22). Jewish activists push back against Israeli settlers. aljazeera.com Jewish activists provide a 'protective presence' to deter settler violence in parts of the Occupied West Bank.
(2026-08-22). Electric dump truck, drive batteries in projects implemented by Belarusian companies, Rosatom. eng.belta.by Among the joint projects the deputy director mentioned shipments of the drive batteries Rosatom makes. "We also interact with BKM Holding Company. A project has already been implemented to ship trolleybuses with an increased autonomous range to St. Petersburg," he said.
(2026-08-22). South Korea sending first container ship through Arctic route. aljazeera.com PanStar Acro, bound for Europe via Arctic, is testing whether a route opened by melting sea ice is commercially viable.
(2026-08-22). What is great about Belarus? Baranets on far-sighted policy of country's leadership. eng.belta.by "True to my habit of speaking the unvarnished truth and nothing but the truth, I state: part of Belarus' greatness lies in the fact that it has not allowed predatory capitalism to take root. From this point of view we also have something to learn from Belarusians," said Viktor Baranets.
(2026-08-22). 6 months on, Irish renters crushed by effects of government housing bill. thecanary.co 
Community Action Tenants Union (CATU), a group organising Irish renters to fight for their rights, has laid out the disastrous effects of an Irish government housing bill, six months on from the president signing it into law. At the time the Residential Tenancies Bill (RTB) passed, we quoted People Before Profit's Paul Murphy saying: This […] | By
(2026-08-22). US hits Canadian goods with 50% tariffs after trade talks fail. tribune.com.pk 
The US imposed 50% tariffs on some Canadian goods on Saturday after the two longstanding allies failed to reach a trade deal, with each side accusing the other of derailing days of talks. | The tariffs that came into effect just after midnight (0900 PKT) on some $20 billion of Canadian goods – things like wooden ice hockey sticks that are rarely used anymore – are far from an economic game-changer for the largest US trading partner after Mexico. That represents just over 5% of Canada's exports to the US. | But the new tariffs mark an increase in tensions between…
(2026-08-22). Saturday 8/22: Hikers for Palestine: Walking in Solidarity with the Children of Palestine. indybay.org Berkeley Marina, Seabreeze Parking lot at 598 University Ave…
(2026-08-22). More than 16,000 doses of Ervebo vaccine arrive in Ebola-hit DR Congo. aljazeera.com The doses are the first of 70,000 allocated for Kinshasa as experts warn of the virus's exponential spread.
(2026-08-22). Friday Nite Videos | August 21, 2026. portside.org Friday Nite Videos | August 21, 2026 |
(2026-08-22). Ebola continues to spread in the DRC as 16,000 vaccine doses arrive. aljazeera.com Health authorities are warning that 'approximately one person has been dying from Ebola every thirty minutes'.
(2026-08-22). Baloch leaders reject new provinces proposal. tribune.com.pk 
Political leaders in Balochistan have strongly opposed proposals for creating new provinces on administrative grounds, alleging that such moves were aimed at gaining control over the province's natural resources. | They also warned against attempts to mislead public opinion through unelected and non-political individuals on sensitive constitutional and political matters. | The leaders were speaking at a condolence reference held at the Quetta Press Club to commemorate the Babara massacre of Charsadda. The event was attended by representatives of the Awami National Party (ANP), National Party, Balochistan Natio…
(2026-08-22). Meet Loui Ridi, the Palestinian American in West Bank home besieged by 'terrorist' Israeli settlers. asiapacificreport.nz Democracy Now! ANJALI KAMAT: This is Democracy Now!, I'm Anjali Kamat. We turn to the occupied West Bank, where Israeli settlers are continuing to lay siege on homes in the village of Qusra, south of Nablus. The siege has attracted international attention, in part because one of the homes is owned by a Palestinian American.
(2026-08-22). Gold per tola rises Rs5,700 for third consecutive day. tribune.com.pk 
Gold prices rose in the global and local markets for the third consecutive day on Saturday, while silver prices remained stable. In the international bullion market, the price of gold per ounce increased by $57 to $4,604. | According to the All-Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association (APGJSA), in the local market, the price of gold per tola also rose by Rs5,700 to Rs482,936, while the price of 10 grams of gold increased by Rs4,972 to Rs414,039. | Meanwhile, The price of silver per tola remained unchanged at Rs7,379. The price of silver per 10 grams also remained unchanged at Rs6,326. | A day earlier, ac…
(2026-08-22). US judge overturns policy suspending immigrant visa processing for Pakistan, 74 other nations. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-08-22). Why IB World School Authorization for Harrow International School is Different? ummid.com Harrow International School New York has received authorization from the International Baccalaureate Organization as an IB World School for the Middle Years Programme.
(2026-08-22). Indonesia bolsters troop numbers to combat Borneo wildfires. aljazeera.com Fires between January and July burned more than 200,000 hectares of land, says the government.
(2026-08-22). The defense revolving-door, Silicon Valley edition. mronline.org 
An eye-opening glimpse at the links between two congressional committees and more than 100 defense contractors, consultants, and lobbyists.
(2026-08-22). BMW iX3 Flow Concept inspired by Spiderman to exhibit at BMW Welt. ummid.com The BMW iX3 Flow Concept, created in collaboration with the theatrical release of Spider-Man: Brand New Day, which leverages E Ink Prism technology to transform the vehicle exterior into a programmable, paint-like digital surface will be put on display at BMW Welt in Munich.
(2026-08-22). Tom Mertes: Manufacturing Impunity. newleftreview.org Tom Mertes on Richard Beck, Homeland. Origins and afterlives of America's long War on Terror.
(2026-08-22). 13 missing after Tunisia migrant boat disaster as Europe-backed crackdown intensifies. geo.tv A Tunisian national coast guard helps a migrant child get off a rescue boat in Jbeniana, Safx, Tunisia, April 23, 2022, in this screen grab taken from a handout video taken April 23, 2022. — ReutersTwo people were rescued, with one in critical condition, officials said.Boat set…
(2026-08-22). "Kurdish Question" not over: how US policy helped create new Middle East problem. infobrics.org Turkey's rapprochement with the PKK is changing the strategic landscape surrounding the Kurdish Question. As Kurdish forces remain active in Syria and Iranian Kurdish groups face pressure from Tehran, Washington must balance its Kurdish partnerships against its alliance with Ankara. The choice could reshape US policy in the Middle East.
(2026-08-22). Gambhir calls for three-match Test series. tribune.com.pk 
India coach Gautam Gambhir said he was pleased with the rise in younger players ahead of the second Test against Sri Lanka on Sunday. | India hold a 1-0 lead in the two-match series and a victory in Colombo will help keep hopes of reaching the World Test Championship final alive. | Young batsman Devdutt Padikkal, playing his third Test, was one of the stars of India's comprehensive 165-run win in Galle, scoring 167 and 44. | Spinner Manav Suthar, in his second appearance for India, claimed a match haul of 10 wickets. | "Extremely satisfying to see these younger players getting an opportunity and them deliverin…
(2026-08-22). Seven killed, including two police officers, in UK 'wrong-side' car crash. aljazeera.com Accident follows similar crashes in Ireland where police highlighted social media trend driving in opposite direction.
(2026-08-22). 'It was a tsunami': Floods leave death trail in India's Assam. aljazeera.com From father searching for his daughter's body to man who drowned trying to save a friend, floods take devastating toll.
(2026-08-22). Amnesty International label ruinous Italy-Albania migrant detention pact "a wake-up call" thecanary.co 
Amnesty International have released a statement claiming that Italy's agreement to detain migrants and asylum seekers in Albania is a danger to people's "safety, liberty and human rights". The campaign organisation also held that the pact: continue[s] to expose the dangers of long-standing European Union (EU) migration policies that centre on exclusion and containment. Evading […] | By
(2026-08-22). Jack Copley: Rentier Regimes. newleftreview.org Jack Copley on Timothy Mitchell, The Alibi of Capital. Capital re-conceptualized as terraforming expropriation of the future.
(2026-08-22). MCC NEET UG Round 1 Result 2026 Today: Time, Link to Check. ummid.com The Medical Counseling Committee (MCC) is releasing on its official website 'mcc.nic.in' Seat Allotment Result 2026 of MCC NEET UG 2026 (MBBS / BDS) Round 1 Counselling today i.e. August 19, 2026.
(2026-08-22). Australian government's phony posturing over Israeli murder of aid worker. wsws.org While bemoaning the IDF's exoneration of itself, Labor leaders repeated the fraudulent Israeli narrative that the bombardment of a clearly marked aid convoy was an error.
(2026-08-22). US begins mass deportations to devastated Haiti. wsws.org The US government is sending immigrants to a country it warns its own citizens not to visit, where Blackwater founder Erik Prince's latest mercenary outfit is helping conduct a drone war that has killed more than 1,200 people.
(2026-08-22). From Lucknow to Azamgarh: Students Protesting Against Yogi Govt Across UP. ummid.com Lucknow, Azamgarh, Kannauj, Hamirpur and Fatehpur, the list of Uttar Pradesh cities where students, Gen Alpha, are protesting against the Adityanath Government is growing with every passing day.
(2026-08-22). Navy Reportedly Considering Naming Aircraft Carrier After Trump Instead Of Black Navy War Hero [Op-Ed]. newsone.com 
Source: HUM Images / Getty | During President Donald Trump's first term, the U.S. Navy announced that, for the first time in U.S. history, an aircraft carrier would be named for a Black sailor. The Ford-class carrier would be named the USS
(2026-08-22). Let's Look At Bridge Point Business Brokers 2026. moguldom.com Selling a business is rarely as simple as putting it on the market and waiting for the right buyer to come along. Owners need to understand what their company is worth, find qualified buyers, negotiate a deal, and navigate due diligence and closing. They need to do this all while continuing to run the business, …
(2026-08-22). Climate-Driven Droughts May Be Accelerating the Spread of Infectious Diseases. truthout.org The world has become hotter and, in many places, drier than ever before in recorded history. Just this summer, as some U.S. states battle over rights to the Colorado River, major reservoirs are at historically-low levels. In Puerto Rico, extended drought has exacerbated an infrastructure crisis, leaving residents to suffer weeks-long stretches without water. In Europe, the Danube and Rhine rivers… |
(2026-08-22). WHYY Newscast for Saturday 10:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-08-22). Panama Canal to reduce shipping as 'extreme' El Nino approaches. aljazeera.com Panama Canal will cut daily transits from 40 to 32 vessels by September 15, risking slower shipping and higher costs.
(2026-08-22). Elche vs Barcelona: La Liga — prediction, team news, lineups. aljazeera.com Barcelona start their season at Elche in La Liga on Sunday but will do so without their new signing, Rodri.