aljazeera.com (2026-01-19). In Iran, the US-Israeli addiction to hybrid warfare is on full display
In the nuclear age, the United States has to refrain from all-out war since it can easily lead to nuclear escalation. Instead, it wages hybrid wars. | | In recent weeks, we have witnessed two such conflicts: in Venezuela and Iran. Both have been waged through a combination of crushing economic sanctions, targeted military strikes, cyberwarfare, stoking unrest and unrelenting misinformation campaigns. Both are long-term CIA projects that have recently escalated. Both will lead to further chaos.
(2026-01-19). Sunday 1/25: Curated Gift Collection and FIne Jewelry Fundraiser For Gaza. indybay.org 389 Colusa Ave, Kensington CA (across from the Kensington Farmers' Market)…
(2026-01-19). Smotrich says Trump's plan for Gaza is 'bad for Israel'. aljazeera.com Israel's far-right Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich criticised US President Donald Trump's plan for Gaza.
(2026-01-19). Gazans Who Ended Up in South Africa Still Await Their Fate. passblue.com 
STRUISBAAI, South Africa — Two years ago, Abdul Haddad* spent the Christmas season living in a tent on a beach in Gaza amid the horrendous conditions of the Israeli onslaught on the Palestinian territory. Like hundreds of thousands of other people there, he had lost his home in the war that Israel launched in response …
(2026-01-19). Phase farce: No way 'Board of Peace' replaces reality in Gaza. responsiblestatecraft.org The Trump administration's announcements about the Gaza Strip would lead one to believe that implementation of President Trump's 20-point peace
(2026-01-19). Kazakhstan Joins Trump's "Board of Peace" Initiative on Gaza. moderndiplomacy.eu Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has agreed to join a U.S.-led initiative called the "Board of Peace," proposed by President Donald Trump, according to Kazakh officials quoted by the Tengri news outlet. The board, which Trump would chair for life, is intended to address the Gaza conflict initially and could later expand to other global conflicts. …
(2026-01-19). Pakistan invited to join Gaza Board of Peace. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan has been invited to join the newly-announced US-led Gaza Board of Peace (BoP), a powerful international body tasked with overseeing Gaza's post-war transition, reconstruction and security restructuring, the Foreign Office confirmed on Sunday. | Foreign Office spokesperson Tahir Andrabi said US President Donald Trump had formally invited Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to become part of the proposed BoP, underlining Islamabad's continued engagement with international efforts aimed at achieving peace and stability in Gaza. | "Pakistan will remain engaged with international efforts for peace and security i…
(2026-01-19). Russia, India invited to join Trump's Gaza 'Board of Peace'. tribune.com.pk 
Russian President Vladimir Putin has been invited to join United States President Donald Trump's "Board of Peace" aimed at resolving conflicts globally and oversee governance and reconstruction in Gaza, the Kremlin said on Monday. | India was also earlier invited to join the board. | Moscow for years tried to balance relations with all major players in the Middle East, including Israel and the Palestinians. | But since the Israel-Hamas conflict and Russia's assault on Ukraine, Putin has moved away from Israel, boosting ties with its foes like Iran. | Moscow has also sought closer relationships with the Gulf st…
thenationalnews.com (2026-01-19). Iran gives protesters three days to 'surrender' for lighter punishmentIran's police chief has given protesters three days to "surrender" in exchange for a lighter punishment. | | Ahmadreza Radan said Iranian authorities would treat young people who joined in anti-regime protests as "deceived, not as enemy soldiers". Tehran claims US and Israeli intelligence services were behind the uprising.
(2026-01-19). Trump's Gaza Board and the Return of Colonialism. juancole.com by (
(2026-01-19). 'Most consequential board ever': US invites India to join Trump's 'Board of Peace' for Gaza. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: The United States has invited India to join the newly announced Gaza Board of Peace, a body unveiled by President Donald Trump as the second phase of his initiative to end the conflict | 'Most consequential board ever': US invites India to join Trump's 'Board of Peace' for Gaza…
(2026-01-19). Trump's Board of Peace for Gaza is Distraction, not Solution. ummid.com Gaza does not suffer from a deficit of ideas, administrators, or plans. It suffers from occupation, siege, apartheid, and genocide.
(2026-01-19). Video: Questions in Gaza over phase 2 of ceasefire. aljazeera.com Palestinians are questioning Israel's commitment to the second phase of the US-backed ceasefire deal for Gaza.
(2026-01-19). Trump heads into Davos storm, with an eye on home. tribune.com.pk 
Donald Trump returns to the Davos ski resort next week after unleashing yet another avalanche on the global order. But for the US president, his main audience is back home. | Trump's first appearance in six years at the gathering of the world's political and global elite comes amid a spiraling crisis over his quest to acquire Greenland. | Fellow leaders at the mountain retreat will also be eager to talk about other shocks from his first year back in power, from tariffs to Venezuela, Ukraine, Gaza and Iran. | Yet for the Republican president, his keynote speech among the Swiss peaks will largely be aimed at the…
(2026-01-19). Radlibs in the Big Prison: On Workshops4Gaza. indybay.org Social media platforms are not safe spaces where you can assume others are telling the truth, any more than offline spaces are. There should be further & deeper consideration of how the centuries-old cultures dominating the human world at present continue to reproduce themselves among their professed critics & opponents.
(2026-01-19). Trump Announces "Gaza Board of Peace Members" for Project Sunrise. Blair, Kushner, Milei, … globalresearch.ca The Board of Peace has been named: Trump as overseer, Blair, Carney, Rubio, Witkoff, Gabriel, Kushner, Rowan, Erdogan, Milei and Banga. Egyptian President el Sisi is considering Trump's request. |
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(2026-01-19). The Epstein Saga: capitolo 4, il buon Robert. strategic-culture.su I legami di Epstein con i servizi segreti britannici e israeliani furono facilitati da una figura chiave nota come Robert Maxwell, padre di Ghislaine, moglie di Jeffrey. | Segue nostro L'uomo giusto al momento giusto | I collegamenti di Epstein con l'intelligence inglese e israeliana sono passati tramite il personaggio chiave noto come Robert Maxwell, padre di Ghislaine, moglie di Jeffrey. | Robert Maxwell è stato uno dei più controversi…
(2026-01-19). "To die for the freedom of a brother people is the highest form of living" : Cuba honors 32 killed in Venezuela. peoplesdispatch.org During the commemoration of the combatants who fell on January 3, several Cuban leaders responded to Washington's threats and affirmed that they will not surrender in the face of adversity.
(2026-01-19). Venezuela Rejects CIA Award Rumors While President Maduro's Son Sparks Backlash Over Comments Suggesting to Resume Diplomatic Ties with 'Israel'. orinocotribune.com Caracas ( Through an X post by "Miraflores' official rapid response," a recently created government account, officials characterized the reports as "malicious information." Analysts noted that such claims seek to undermine the responsibility assumed by Rodríguez on January 5, following the kidnapping of President Nicolás Maduro and his…
(2026-01-19). Candid imperialism: Trump, racketeering and Venezuelan oil. onlineopinion.com.au From Monroe Doctrine to open plunder: Venezuela becomes prime real estate for US oil.
(2026-01-19). If Venezuela's Oil Industry Could Be Easily Revived as Trump Thinks, China Would Have Already Done It. globalresearch.ca Despite the political dynamics following the January 3rd detention of Nicolás Maduro, which was intended to make a path for a wholesale takeover of Venezuela's energy sector, the US oil industry remains hesitant. American oil elites, whose support was …
(2026-01-19). Canada, according Trump the US' "51st state" , enters strategic partnership with China. uwidata.com The Monroe-Donroe Doctrine has a difficult start. It's true that, hijacking Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, threatening the states of Colombia and Mexico, US President Donald Trump presented a naked, violent and decided stance of US imperialism. His recent National Security Strategy claimed to "restore American preeminence" in the Western hemisphere. In terms of economic dominance, …
(2026-01-19). Presidenta encargada de Venezuela: Fondos soberanos se destinarán al bienestar del pueblo. cubadebate.cu La presidenta encargada reiteró que los dos fondos soberanos, con ingresos de la venta de petróleo, se proponen fortalecer la protección social y la infraestructura nacional y serán destinados al pueblo venezolano "para equilibrar socialmente las desigualdades".
(2026-01-19). Owaisi's love for 'Nepo Kids' galore as Malegaon prepares for 2026 Corporation Polls. ummid.com AIMIM President Asaduddin Owaisi's love for a 'notorious family' has become a topic of debate in Malegaon which is preparing for the high stake Municipal Corporation elections after a long gap.
(2026-01-19). Surveilled, Slandered, and Targeted: The FBI's Crusade Against MLK. scheerpost.com Posted by Joshua Scheer Republished From the Archives Every year on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, official tributes reduce a radical critic of empire, capitalism, and militarism into a safely packaged icon — while quietly ignoring the brutal reality of how the U.S. government treated him in real time. Martin Luther King Jr. was not …
(2026-01-19). Rasti Delizo (Solidarity of Filipino Workers): 'US imperialism has been accelerating its attempts to impede China's strategic rise'. links.org.au 
Rasti Delizo looks at what underpins US-China tensions and the dangers posed for the Asia-Pacific region.
(2026-01-19). Coretta Scott King Publicly Opposed Vietnam War Before MLK — and Urged Him to Follow. scheerpost.com Coretta Scott King's vision shaped MLK's politics and the broader freedom struggle, says historian Jeanne Theoharis. By Jesse Hagopian for Truthout As Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raids schools, states ban honest teaching about race and gender, and public officials invoke Martin Luther King Jr. to call for restraint and "civility," King's legacy is being …
(2026-01-19). Pitching power: Unpacking the T20 Cricket World Cup crisis between Bangladesh and India. globalvoices.org 
(2026-01-19). Blue Monday: The most depressing day of the year, what to know. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – If you feel depressed at the beginning of the year, don't worry; experts say it could be just the effect of Blue Monday, which follows Christmas and New Year celebrations and is associated with winter blues.When is Blue Monday?: Blue Monday is the third Monday in January, and it is known as the "most depressing day of the year". Psychologist Cliff Arnall named Blue Monday in a 2004 campaign for a travel company in the U.K., called Sky Travel, to encourage winter bookings.Though it's a widely debunked myth with no scientific basis, often used to promote holiday bookings amidst winter bl…
(2026-01-19). Southeast Asia Continues Hurtling Down the Net Zero Suicide Track. wattsupwiththat.com Net Zero by 2050 may exist in models. It is not tenable in the real world. And policy built on that confusion risks condemning Southeast Asia to slower growth, higher costs and diminished prospects — all in service of a creed whose high priests are already losing the faith.
(2026-01-19). A Tech Bro Think Tank Is Trying to Roll Back Evidence-Based Homelessness Policy. truthout.org Last fall, the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) nearly triggered a homelessness disaster of its own making. A rush of policy changes that were rolled out with almost no warning and even less guidance threatened to push up to 170,000 formerly unhoused Americans out of stable housing. The strangest part? Much of this upheaval traces back to a little-known think tank that was… |
(2026-01-19). China Hits Its Target but the Slowdown Is Getting Harder to Ignore. moderndiplomacy.eu China's economic growth slowed to a three-year low in the final quarter of 2025, underscoring the strain facing the world's second-largest economy as domestic demand continues to weaken. Official data showed GDP expanding 4.5% year-on-year in the fourth quarter, down from 4.8% in the previous quarter and marking the slowest pace in three years. Still, …
(2026-01-19). President mourns deaths in Cape flats violence and scholar transport crash. sanews.gov.za President mourns deaths in Cape flats violence and scholar transport crash | President Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed his deep sadness at the loss of life resulting from violent incidents on the Cape Flats over the weekend and in a tragic collision involving a scholar transport vehicle, near Vanderbijlpark, on Monday morning. | At least 26 people were killed in incidents of violence on the Cape Flats since Friday, while 11 learners lost their lives when the scholar transport vehicle in which they were travelling collided with a truck near Vanderbijlpark. | The President conveyed his deepest sympathies to the fam…
(2026-01-19). 2026 Hong Kong marathon, China pursues self-reliance: 5 weekend reads you missed. scmp.com We have put together stories from our coverage last weekend to help you stay informed about news across Asia and beyond. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. | 1. Japan urged to 'correct historical errors', return Tang dynasty stele to China | 2. Melaku Belachew, Shitaye Eshete claim Hong Kong Marathon crowns – as it happened | 3. Trump shrugs off concerns over Canada-China EV deal, calls it a 'good thing'
(2026-01-19). Severe weather warning issued as cold wave sweeps across country. ecns.cn Citizens make their way amidst snowfall in Beijing, capital of China, on Jan 17, 2026. Beijing witnessed a snowfall on Friday.From Monday to Wednesday, sleet is expected in parts of Hubei, Hunan and Guizhou provinces and in Chongqing, with Hunan and Guizhou expected to face the brunt of it.
(2026-01-19). Time for the EU to Stop Outsourcing Its China Policy to the U.S. uwidata.com By Mehmet Enes Be≈üer For much of the past decade, the European Union has struggled to formulate a clear and independent policy toward China. Struggling between the gravitational force of its historic bond with the United States and the multidimensional realities of its economic dependence on Beijing, Brussels has all too frequently been caught reacting …
(2026-01-19). Australian parliament holds moment of silence after Bondi attack. newarab.com 
Australia's parliament returned early on Monday with speeches and a moment of silence for those killed in Two gunmen who police allege were inspired by The attack shock…
(2026-01-19). Michael Honey Revisiting Dr. King's Vision. wibailoutpeople.org Talk by Prof. Michael Honey editor of the book "All Labor Has Dignity" on "History and Memory: Revisiting King's Vision of Labor Rights and Economic Justice" recorded January 21, 2011 at Smith Hall, University of Washington, Seattle, WA.
(2026-01-19). Kiev mayor proposes evacuating the city. infobrics.org The measure could be either a real necessity or a political tool in local disputes.
(2026-01-19). Factory blast in China's Inner Mongolia kills 2, missing rises to 8, 84 injured. ecns.cn An explosion at a factory in north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region has killed two people, left eight missing and injured 84, local authorities said Monday.
(2026-01-19). Limited internet returns in Iran after protest blackout. tribune.com.pk 
Limited internet access has returned in Iran, a monitor said Sunday, 10 days after authorities imposed a communications blackout that rights groups have said was aimed at masking a violent protest crackdown that killed thousands. | Iran's president warned that an attack on the country's supreme leader would be a declaration of war — an apparent response to US counterpart Donald Trump saying it was time to look for new leadership in Iran. | Demonstrations sparked in late December by anger over economic hardship exploded into protests widely seen as the biggest challenge to the Iranian leadership in years.
(2026-01-19). Duty-free shopping booms in Hainan FTP. ecns.cn Hainan's offshore duty-free market has seen a strong surge in the first month following the island-wide special customs operations in Hainan Free Trade Port. According to data released by Haikou Customs Sunday, from Dec. 18, 2025 to Jan. 17, 2026, the total value of offshore duty-free shopping reached 4.86 billion yuan (about 700 million), up 46.8 percent year on year.
(2026-01-19). Achakzai appointment signals wider deal to ease parliamentary paralysis. tribune.com.pk 
After months of drift, when the National Assembly last Friday finally reclaimed a formal opposition voice with the notification of Mahmood Khan Achakzai as Leader of the Opposition, the move ended a stalemate that had paralysed the lower house for over five months. | However, the development also immediately reframed the political conversation: was this merely procedural closure, or the first signal of a broader recalibration aimed at pulling opposition politics back from the streets and into Parliament? | Achakzai's appointment — made on the nomination of incarcerated Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) foun…
(2026-01-19). South Africa declares disaster amid floods. tribune.com.pk 
South Africa on Sunday declared a national disaster after widespread flooding that destroyed homes and killed dozens, while thousands sought shelter in neighbouring Mozambique. | Heavy rains and storms have battered the two southern African countries for weeks, claiming more than 30 lives in South Africa's northeastern Limpopo and Mpumalanga provinces. | Rivers burst their banks and swallowed entire neighbourhoods in several regions of Mozambique, displacing thousands including a woman who was forced to give birth on a roof as she sheltered from flood waters. | "I classify the disaster as a national disaster,"
(2026-01-19). Sunday 1/18: Memorial for Iran. indybay.org This Sunday, at 4: 30 PM, we will gather in Washington Square Park for a peaceful candlelight memorial in solidarity with the people of Iran. This gathering is not a protest or political rally, but a space for remembrance — honoring the tens of thousands of lives lost for demanding freedom, dignity, and justice. Through quiet presence, candles, and flowers, we come together to resist silence, acknowledge shared humanity, and affirm that these lives mattered.
(2026-01-19). Greenland on the Chessboard of U.S. Imperialism. counterpunch.org 
On 14 January, a few hours before the historic meeting in Washington between representatives from Greenland and Denmark and their U.S. counterparts, J. D. Vance and Marco Rubio, Denmark and several of its NATO allies reinforced their military presence in Greenland and announced that more reinforcements would follow. Some interpreted this move as pressure on
(2026-01-19). Australia announce squad for Pakistan T20Is. tribune.com.pk 
Australia's Pat Cummins will be kept on ice until a few games into the Twenty20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka as selectors take a cautious approach with the pace veteran's recovery from a lower back injury. | Cummins returned to action during the third Ashes test in Adelaide but missed the last two matches against England and will skip Australia's T20 warm-up matches against Pakistan. | Selectors' chief George Bailey confirmed that pace bowlers Josh Hazlewood, Nathan Ellis, all-rounder Glenn Maxwell and hard-hitting batter Tim David will also be rested from the three-match series against Pakistan in Lahore,…
(2026-01-19). JEE Main 2026: No exam for West Bengal students on January 23. ummid.com The National Testing Agency (NTA) has said the students of West Bengal appearing in JEE Main 2026 on January 23, 2026 will be allotted different slots.
(2026-01-19). Socialist to face far-right candidate for Portugal's presidency. newarab.com 
Portugal's socialist candidate won the first round of the presidential election and will face With votes from 95 percent of constituencies counted, Socialist Antonio Jose Seguro was leading with 30.6 percent of the vote, while far-right contender Andre Ventura came in second with 24.2 percent. | The liberal candidate Joao Cotrim Figueiredo was in third place with 15.5 percent. | Ventura and Seguro will face off on February 8 to d…
(2026-01-19). Trump's "Consolidation" Grand Strategy colliding with Big Tech, Deep State and Israeli interests. infobrics.org As the US confronts multipolarity and internal fracture, Trump's foreign policy oscillates between restraint and escalation. Expert A. Wess Mitchell's argues the concept of consolidation is Trump's grand strategy, however delegating European defense and deprioritizing the Middle East may be far harder in practice. Greenland, Iran, and NATO emerge as the major contradictions.
(2026-01-19). Fr Onen concedes defeat to Mao in Laroo-Pece Division Parliamentary race. independent.co.ug 
Gulu, Uganda | URN | Incumbent Laroo-Pece Division legislator, Fr Charles Onen, has conceded defeat to the Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs, Norbert Mao, in the just-concluded parliamentary elections. Mao, who is the Democratic Party President General, was announced the winner of the hotly contested Laroo-Pece Division parliamentary race in Gulu City by the …
(2026-01-19). NRM Celebrates Winning Kasese Woman MP Seat, A Position That Eluded the Party Since Return of Multi-Party Politics. plusnews.ug 
The National Resistance Movement (NRM) party is celebrating a significant milestone after winning six parliamentary seats for the first time in Kasese District. The victory is especially notable in the Woman Member of Parliament race, a result that has been widely celebrated by NRM supporters. Since 2005, the Kasese District Woman MP seat has largely …
(2026-01-19). Media urged to submit entries for SADC media awards. sanews.gov.za Media urged to submit entries for SADC media awards | The Government Communication and Information System (GCIS) has called on South African journalists and media to submit their entries for the 2026 Southern African Development Community (SADC) Media Awards competition. | The SADC Media Awards competition is open to journalists from the SADC member states in four categories: Photo Journalism, Print Journalism, Television Journalism, and Radio Journalism. | Established in 1996, the SADC Media Awards aim to recognise excellence in journalism that promotes regional cooperation, integration and development across t…
(2026-01-19). LHC disposes of NAB's pleas against PM Shehbaz, Punjab CM Maryam. tribune.com.pk 
The Lahore High Court on Monday disposed of petitions filed by the National Accountability Bureau against Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz after declaring them infructuous. | A two-member bench headed by Justice Amjad Rafiq heard the petitions. | During the hearing of NAB's petition against Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, NAB Prosecutor Waris Ali Janjua informed the court that Shehbaz Sharif had been acquitted in 2023 in both the Ashiana Housing Reference and the Ramzan Sugar Mills Reference. | Read: LHC moved against Nawaz, Maryam over fund 'misuse' | He submitted that, in l…
(2026-01-19). Irish FM says threatened U.S. tariffs 'completely unacceptable'. ecns.cn Ireland's Foreign Minister Helen McEntee said in a statement on Sunday that the announcement made by U.S. President Donald Trump on Greenland, including the decision to impose tariffs on several EU member states, Britain and Norway, is "completely unacceptable and deeply regrettable."
(2026-01-19). All Out for Minneapolis January 23, 2026: ICE Out of MN! Union Community March! wibailoutpeople.org 
SEIU Local 26 Minneapolis Regional Labor Federation The Minneapolis Regional Labor Federation delegation along with the Saint Paul Regional Labor Federation, West Area Labor Council/Red River Valley, North East Area Labor Council, and East Central ALC delegations have joined in solidarity to endorse the powerful unified statewide action on January 23: ICE OUT OF MINNESOTA: …
(2026-01-19). DOGE Cuts "Unexpectedly and Significantly Impacted" Critical Pentagon Unit. theintercept.com 
(2026-01-19). Springsteen Criticizes ICE, Dedicates 'The Promised Land' to Renee Good at Light of Day Show. portside.org Springsteen Criticizes ICE, Dedicates 'The Promised Land' to Renee Good at Light of Day Show |
(2026-01-19). Warning strikes for higher wages in Germany's public sector. wsws.org Public sector workers across Germany have staged warning strikes to demand higher wages, but the unions are working to suppress opposition. The strikes must be expanded into a political fight against the government's pro-war policies and austerity measures.
(2026-01-19). Kruger National Park applies quota system for visitors. sanews.gov.za Kruger National Park applies quota system for visitors | The Kruger National Park (KNP) has implemented a gate quota system with immediate effect in the interest of visitor safety and effective traffic management, after heavy rains. | Last week's persistent heavy rainfall across Limpopo and Mpumalanga caused river levels to rise significantly, with overflows reported in the Crocodile, Sabie, Letaba, Sand, Luvuvhu and Limpopo rivers. | According to the KNP, Sunday night's increased rainfall caused further damage to park infrastructure. | "A gate quota system will apply at the following open gates: Malelane Gate, N…
(2026-01-19). Can the AI Folks Save Democracy? counterpunch.org 
The AI promoters have made grand promises about how AI will change everything and give us all happier, healthier lives. Maybe that will be proven right, but it's fair to say they have not yet delivered. However, AI workers may have the power to do something very important in the present, not some distant or
(2026-01-19). China-Central Asia goods trade tops $100 bln for first time. ecns.cn Goods trade between China and Central Asian countries reached $106.3 billion in 2025, up 12% year on year, the Ministry of Commerce (MOC) said on Sunday.
(2026-01-19). In a Fragmented World, India and Russia Look to Build Predictable Trade. infobrics.org Over the past few years, economic engagement between India and Russia has been moving beyond traditional energy and defence ties into areas such as pharmaceuticals, digital solutions, and logistics…
(2026-01-19). 'ISLAM' Party must unite with Shiv Sena for the larger interest of Malegaon. ummid.com Asif Shaikh, his father Shaikh Rasheed, Mufti Ismael, Mustaqeem Dignity and his mentor Nehal Ahmed all leaders of Malegaon have — in some way or the other, joined hands with the BJP and Shiv Sena in the past.
(2026-01-19). Spain tragedy: 21 killed, over 100 injured as high-speed train derails, rams into another train. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: At least 21 people lost their lives and about 100 others were injured when a high-speed train derailed and crashed into an oncoming service near the town of Adamuz in southern Spain on | Spain tragedy: 21 killed, over 100 injured as high-speed train derails, rams into another train…
(2026-01-19). MEC Chiloane devastated after scholar transport incident claims 13. sanews.gov.za MEC Chiloane devastated after scholar transport incident claims 13 | Gauteng Education MEC Matome Chiloane has expressed his deep devastation, following a tragic scholar transport accident in Vanderbijlpark on Monday morning, which claimed the lives of 13 learners. | Preliminary reports indicate that the incident occurred at approximately 7am when a private scholar transport vehicle collided with a side tipper truck on Fred Droste Road in Vanderbijlpark. | According to authorities, 11 learners were certified dead at the scene, with two additional learners succumbing to injuries in hospital. The injured learners…
(2026-01-19). Europe counters Greenland tariff threat. tribune.com.pk 
European leaders on Sunday slammed US President Donald Trump's threat of tariffs over their opposition to his designs on Greenland, warning transatlantic ties were at risk. | Several European countries — including Denmark, of which Greenland is an autonomous territory — said they "stand united" against Trump's vow on Saturday to hit them with tariffs of up to 25 percent unless Greenland is ceded to the United States. | "Tariff threats undermine transatlantic relations and risk a dangerous downward spiral," Britain, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Norway and Sweden warned in a jo…
(2026-01-19). Verbal threats, insults may face jail under China's revised law. ecns.cn Verbal threats, insults, and online harassment may constitute legal violations under Chinese law, with offenders facing fines, detention, or even imprisonment of up to three years, according to the 2026 edition of China's Public Security Administration Punishments Law.
(2026-01-19). The Nascent "Islamic NATO" Might Soon Set Its Sights on Somaliland. globalresearch.ca Reports have recently circulated about three separate but complementary military pacts in which Saudi Arabia might soon participate, which could form the core of an "
(2026-01-19). US appeals court overturns judge's ruling that blocked arrest and deportation of Mahmoud Khalil. wsws.org The U.S. Third Circuit Court of Appeals' 2-1 decision sends the case back to immigration court and overturns the ruling by a New Jersey judge that Khalil's rights had been violated when he was apprehended in New York City and sent to a DHS detention center in Louisiana for three months.
(2026-01-19). Erased by NBC: How Legacy Media Ignores Independent Reporting. scheerpost.com Posted by Joshua Scheer Ken Klippenstein is a brilliant investigative journalist whose work exposes what legacy media often tries to erase. In this sharply observed Substack post, he details how NBC News quietly removed attribution to his reporting on a Justice Department directive targeting what it calls "radical gender ideology" and "anti‚ÄëAmericanism." What starts as …
(2026-01-19). The trailer is over in Syria, and the film has now begun! uwidata.com By Adem Kƒ±lƒ±àß, Political Scientist Following recent developments in Syria, all actors are now faced with a reality that goes beyond temporary maneuvers or tactical delays. For the point reached today has clearly demonstrated that the real issue in Syria is neither a new constitution nor elections, nor a struggle for so-called minority rights. Especially …
(2026-01-19). Mbappe calls on fans to back Vinicius Jr. tribune.com.pk 
Kylian Mbappe has urged Real Madrid fans to refrain from singling out Vinicius Jr for the club's woes, insisting the blame for their stuttering form rests on the entire team. | The France forward appealed for unity ahead of Real's Champions League clash at home to Monaco on Tuesday, after tensions at the Santiago Bernabeu reached boiling point during Saturday's 2-0 LaLiga victory over Levante. | "I understand the fans because we're not doing things right," Mbappe told a press conference on Monday. | "What I didn't like was that if they boo, they should boo the whole team. You shouldn't single out one player. I…
(2026-01-19). China's population drops for fourth year as fewer babies born. geo.tv 
(2026-01-19). Highlights from the Inaugural Eastern Flank Summit. "Continue Militarizing" globalresearch.ca The leaders of the Baltic States, Sweden, Finland, Poland, Romania, and Bulgaria met in Helsinki last month for the inaugural Eastern Flank Summit, which produced a joint declaration that can be read
(2026-01-19). Why this time is different for Iran. independent.co.ug 
COMMENT | VALI NASR | Iranians have taken to the streets to protest the collapse of the country's currency and surging inflation, with many calling for an end to the Islamic Republic. Yet the government's response has differed from earlier waves of unrest. Whereas Iran's rulers were quick to suppress the 2009 Green Movement and …
(2026-01-19). Facts from the coalface confirm poverty is easing. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-01-19). Unlocking Chinese Cities | One Bus Ride, Two Countries: Crossing the Border in Dongxing. ecns.cn Can people go abroad by bus? In Dongxing, Guangxi, the answer is yes. It is China's only port city connected to Vietnam by both land and sea, lying just across the river from Vietnam's Mong Cai. With this unique geographical advantage, Dongxing offers convenient cross-border commuting and a vibrant hub for trade and tourism. Come to Dongxing, sip an authentic Vietnamese coffee, hop on a cross-border bus, and embark on a spontaneous trip abroad.
(2026-01-19). Inmates in matric record 94.4% 2025 pass rate. sanews.gov.za Inmates in matric record 94.4% 2025 pass rate | The Department of Correctional Services has recorded a 94.4% pass rate for the 2025 National Senior Certificate (NSC) exams. | This was revealed by Minister Pieter Groenewald, who released the results at the Goodwood Correctional Facility, in the Western Cape, on Monday. | Some 180 learners from 18 correctional services schools sat for the NSC examinations in 2025 with 15 schools achieving a 100% pass rate and a total of 132 distinctions earned. | "Two of our schools, Usethubeni in Durban-Westville in KwaZulu-Natal and Baviaanspoort in the Gauteng Region, have maint…
(2026-01-19). Tehran defeats a new color revolution: What does this mean for the world? strategic-culture.su The Iranian lesson must be heeded by all counter-hegemonic countries in a scenario where color revolutions are once again becoming a common tool for imposing the will of the unipolar hegemon. | Join us on , , and . | Contact…
(2026-01-19). Only six per cent of islanders were 'pro American' : Greenlandic politician. thinktank.pk Greenlandic politician from the Cooperation Party, Tillie Martinussen, warned that the Arctic island nation has the means to protect itself from US President Donald Trump's ambition over Greenland. "We know about the treaties that we have with America. This is very much akin to when you have a dog sledge team. When he's using that …
(2026-01-19). Blueprint seen as a boon for entire world. ecns.cn Furthermore, platforms like the China International Import Expo provide avenues for international exporters to tap the Chinese market, reinforcing China's role as a linchpin of global trade.
(2026-01-19). Saturday 1/31: 2025 Oscar Winner: No Other Land Screening at Newark Public Library. indybay.org Newark Library | 37055 Newark Blvd | Newark CA…
(2026-01-19). Trump's Tariff Penalties Against NATO Allies Who Dispatched Troops to Greenland in Solidarity with Denmark. globalresearch.ca The US might abandon its new interest in backing radical "security guarantees" for Ukraine due to worsening ties with Western Europe…
(2026-01-19). Trump links Greenland threat to Nobel Peace Prize snub, EU eyes trade retaliation. tribune.com.pk 
United States President Donald Trump linked his drive to take control of Greenland to his failure to win the Nobel Peace Prize, saying he no longer thought "purely of peace", as the dispute over the island on Monday threatened to reignite a trade war with Europe. | Trump has intensified his push to wrest sovereignty over Greenland from fellow Nato member Denmark, threatening punitive tariffs on countries standing in his way and prompting the European Union to weigh retaliatory measures. | The dispute risks further destabilising the Nato alliance, already under strain over the war in Ukraine and Trump's insiste…
(2026-01-19). The India I knew and The India I am living in. ummid.com Born and brought up in a typical Hindu home, where never was heard a word of hatred against other faiths; I am not able to relate to the present-day philosophy and practice of Hindutva.
(2026-01-19). Number of Muslims in Mumbai Corporation 2026 up by 1: Full list. ummid.com The new Mumbai Municipal Corporation (Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation 2026 or BMC 2026) to have 01 more Muslim corporator as compared to the community's tally last time.
(2026-01-19). US Withdraws from UN Agencies, India Can Step in. ummid.com Guided by the Indian ethos of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam ("One Earth, One Family, One Future"), India can amplify Southern priorities with inclusivity and balance.
(2026-01-19). Refusing to play by the rules. aljazeera.com Trump administration's abduction of a head of state throws into question the future of international law.
(2026-01-19). UGC NET December 2025 Answer Key: Important Notice to Read. ummid.com The National Testing Agency (NTA), while releasing the UGC NET December 2025 Answer Key (Provisional), has also issued important notification with regard to raise objections.
(2026-01-19). Foreign influence & Somalia's fight for unity. aljazeera.com On Centre Stage, Al Jazeera's Mohamed Hassan speaks with Ali Omar, Somalia's minister of state for foreign affairs.
(2026-01-19). Pezeshkian: Any Attack on Supreme Leader "Full Fledged War" with Iranian Nation. english.almanar.com.lb Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian warned that any attack against Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Imam Sayyed Ali Khamenei will amount to a "full-fledged war" with the Iranian nation. In a post on his X account on Sunday, Pezeshkian stressed that inhumane sanctions imposed by the United States and its allies were one of the …
(2026-01-19). Maharashtra TET Nov 2025 Result Declared: Where and How to Check. ummid.com MAHA TET November 2025 Result: The Maharashtra Rajya Parkisha Parishad, Commissioner Maharashtra State Council of Examination, has released on the official website of Maharashtra Teacher Eligibility Test, mahatet.in, the result and score card of the candidates who appeared for the MAHA TET 2025.
(2026-01-19). UN General Assembly: States must ensure that the protections afforded under IHL remain effective against the risks of ICT activities during armed conflict. icrc.org Statement delivered by Elyse Mosquini, Permanent Observer to the United Nations, at the High-level Meeting of the UN General Assembly on the overall review of the implementation of the outcomes of the World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS+20)…
(2026-01-19). Greenland Between Denmark and the USA: What is the Price for the Largest Island in the World? globalresearch.ca The largest island in the world, Greenland (that is not green at all but rather covered by white ice), has in recent months and even several years become one of the hottest geopolitical spots and disputes in world politics and …
(2026-01-19). Deciphering Trump's 'externalised internal thinking' on Iran. strategic-culture.su What can Trump do? Bomb Iranian institutional buildings like the IRCG headquarters? | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | To understand…
(2026-01-19). Rob new film "On The Edge… Again," with Bruce Dern and Pam Grier. indybay.org Local Berkeley, Maverick Filmmaker Rob Nilsson Who Supported The Homeless & Unhoused In San Francisco Years Ago, Has A New Film Release Called, "On The Edge… Again," including actors Bruce Dern and Pam Grier.
(2026-01-19). WHYY Newscast for Monday 6:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-01-19). SBCA records expose safety violations at Gul Plaza. tribune.com.pk 
Gul Plaza, a major commercial centre on MA Jinnah Road, was once one of Karachi's busiest shopping and wholesale hubs, attracting thousands of visitors daily. On January 17, a devastating fire engulfed the building, reducing it to ashes within hours. | The exact cause of the blaze is still under investigation, but official documents have revealed serious building violations, raising concerns about safety compliance and evacuation failures. | Records obtained by The Express Tribune from the Sindh Building Control Authority (SBCA) show that the number of shops constructed in Gul Plaza far exceeded those approved…
(2026-01-19). ‚ÄéRunner-up in Kalungu West Parliamentary Race Demands Recount After Razor-Thin Loss. plusnews.ug 
Ismail Ssemakula Saaja, the runner-up in the Kalungu West parliamentary race in Kalungu District, is seeking a recount of votes cast in Thursday's elections. Ssemakula, who contested as an independent candidate, according to the Electoral Commission tally, narrowly lost to the National Unity Platform (NUP) incumbent, Joseph Gonzaga Ssewungu, by a margin of just 46 …
(2026-01-19). SAWS warns of disruptive rainfall in Limpopo. sanews.gov.za SAWS warns of disruptive rainfall in Limpopo | The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has warned of disruptive rainfall that could cause flooding in Limpopo. | "A medium likelihood of significant impacts are expected over the Lowveld of Limpopo, as well as the eastern parts of the Limpopo Valley, due to persistent overnight rainfall with 30 to 60mm more expected during the course of Monday," SAWS said. | The weather service said the risk of impacts are exacerbated by the recent flood damage and stressed municipal services. | These weather conditions could result in flooding of roads and settlements, disruptions…
(2026-01-19). On Jobs And Justice: Remembering MLK's Call For Economic And Racial Equity. newsone.com 
Source: Express / Getty | Every year, people always trot out the same old tired tropes and quotes in a weak effort to pay tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., almost always ignoring his call for economic and racial equity. Many get stuck on a dream or what they think they know about him. | But few ever grapple with the true crux of Dr. King's work and the clarion call he and others had for jobs and justice. It's not just a part of the name for the March on Washington, but a part of the drive and mission of a man committed to forcing this country to take a hard look at itself and adopt a new moral compass.
(2026-01-19). Thousands march in US to back Iranian anti-government protesters. newarab.com 
Thousands in the United States staged large demonstrations Sunday denouncing Several thousand people marched in Los Angeles, home to the world's largest Iranian diaspora, while several hundred others gathered in New York, AFP news agency reported. | US protesters could be seen carrying signs condemning a "New Holocaust," a "genocide in the making," and the "terror" of the Iranian government. | "My heart is heavy and…
(2026-01-19). Municipal Elections, Union Budget and Future of Pune Real Estate. ummid.com The city you live in five years from now will depend on what happens when you vote, and what the budget gives us next month. Both count.
(2026-01-19). Saudi Pro League: Al-Nassr returns to winning ways finally. ummid.com Saudi Pro League 25/26: Cristiano Ronaldo led Al-Nassr Football Club Saturday defeated Al-Shabab 3-2 to earn the much needed 3 points to remain prominently placed in the Saudi Pro League (SPL) table.
(2026-01-19). India, Nigeria Geo-Political, Economic and Cultural Similarities. ummid.com The geo-political, economic and cultural similarities that exist between India and Nigeria present a great opportunity for each of them to benefit from the other's strengths.
(2026-01-19). At Least 39 Dead After High-Speed Train Collision in Southern Spain. moderndiplomacy.eu A catastrophic railway accident in southern Spain on Sunday night left at least 39 people dead and 122 injured, marking the country's worst train disaster since 2013. The collision occurred at 7: 45 p.m. (1845 GMT) near Adamuz in the province of Cordoba, roughly 360 km south of Madrid. Of the injured, 48 remain hospitalized, including …
(2026-01-19). Government intervenes over sewer crisis in JB Marks Municipality. sanews.gov.za Government intervenes over sewer crisis in JB Marks Municipality | Poorly functioning wastewater treatment plants and ongoing sewerage spillages continue to contribute significantly to water pollution in JB Marks Local Municipality in North West, prompting intervention by the national Department of Water and Sanitation. | Water and Sanitation Deputy Minister Sello Seitlholo on Friday, 16 January 2026, met with the municipality to address the ongoing deterioration of sewerage infrastructure in Ikageng Location, Potchefstroom, and its impact on the Mooi River. | The department said Seitlholo had received numerous…
(2026-01-19). Islamabad police arrest 16-member gang smuggling stolen phones to Afghanistan. tribune.com.pk 
The Islamabad Police's Robbery and Dacoity Unit (RDU) has arrested 16 members of an organised criminal gang involved in snatching high-end mobile phones, altering their IMEI numbers and selling them in Afghanistan, police said on Monday. | The arrested suspects include the gang's ringleader. | Police said dozens of snatched mobile phones worth millions of rupees, along with motorcycles, were recovered during the operation. | SSP Operations Qazi Ali Raza said two motorcycles and five pistols along with ammunition, allegedly used in the crimes, were also seized from the suspects. He added that the accused were w…
(2026-01-19). Handicrafts: Pakistan's most neglected export potential. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan's export narrative remains narrowly focused on textiles and commodity sectors, while one of its most culturally endowed and economically efficient segments languishes in obscurity: handicrafts. | This neglect represents a critical failure of policy imagination and a costly missed opportunity in the shifting global marketplace. | The scale of underperformance is stark. Pakistan's annual earnings from handicraft exports are estimated to be a mere few hundred million dollars, a fraction of the billions achieved by regional peers like India and Bangladesh. This disparity persists despite Pakistan possessi…
(2026-01-19). Authorities urged to prepare as cold wave hits Central China. ecns.cn China's national disaster prevention, reduction and relief commission on Sunday evening activated a Level IV emergency response — the lowest in its four-tier system — to address rising risks from low temperatures, snow and ice in Anhui, Henan, Hunan and Guizhou provinces.
(2026-01-19). SANDF deploys rescue team to assist in flood-stricken areas. sanews.gov.za SANDF deploys rescue team to assist in flood-stricken areas | The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) has announced that it continues to support various flood-stricken communities by conducting rescue operations to evacuate people stranded in the Limpopo and Mpumalanga provinces. | These areas have been severely affected by flooding and rising water levels due to heavy rains over the past two weeks. | The SANDF has additionally deployed a search and rescue team, which included an Oryx helicopter from the South African Air Force (SAAF), to assist in search operations in Mozambique which has also been aff…
(2026-01-19). EAC Observers Criticize Parties Over " Too Many" Independent Candidates. plusnews.ug 
The East African Community (EAC) Election Observation Mission has highlighted internal conflicts and organizational weaknesses within Uganda's political parties, warning that these issues are contributing to a growing number of independent candidates in the 2026 elections. While the mission praised the overall peaceful conduct of the polls, it noted that party infighting, candidate disputes, and …
(2026-01-19). Strikers at University Hospital Essen speak about staffing crisis and the danger of war. wsws.org Workers at University Hospital Essen participated in a warning strike to protest low wages and intolerable working conditions. In interviews with the WSWS, they linked their struggle to the broader fight against war and social inequality.
(2026-01-19). PTI's Ali Zafar says Senate chairman has decided on Raja Nasir Abbas as opposition leader. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Senator Ali Zafar on Monday said that Senate Chairman Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani has decided on Allama Raja Nasir Abbas's appointment as the opposition leader in Parliament's upper house and the process for it had begun. | Speaking to the media in Parliament House, Zafar said the Senate chairman was reminded during a meeting that he had previously stated he was consulting with the National Assembly speaker regarding the issuance of a notification for the opposition leader in the upper house. | Since NA Speaker Ayaz Sadiq had decided and appointed Mahmood Khan Achakzai as the NA oppo…
(2026-01-19). Video: Celebrations in Senegal after controversial AFCON final win. aljazeera.com Senegalese fans have been celebrating their team's controversial 1-0 extra-time victory in the AFCON final victory.
(2026-01-19). The Pitt Continues To Shine a Light on the Horrors of the US Healthcare System. portside.org The Pitt Continues To Shine a Light on the Horrors of the US Healthcare System |
(2026-01-19). How Turkey and Damascus Engineered a Kurdish Defeat. moderndiplomacy.eu NEWS BRIEF Syrian government forces swiftly moved to consolidate control over key oil fields and the city of Raqqa on Monday, following a dramatic weekend deal in which Kurdish-led forces agreed to withdraw from two strategic provinces. The shift, which included reports of attacks on Islamic State prisons, marks the most significant change to Syria's …
(2026-01-19). New Zealand register first ODI series win in India. tribune.com.pk 
New Zealand overcame a valiant 124 by Virat Kohli to down India by 41 runs and seal their first-ever ODI series victory on Indian soil on Sunday. | Daryl Mitchell and Glenn Phillips guided New Zealand to 337-8 with a fourth-wicket stand of 219 after the tourists slipped to 5-2 and 58-3 in Indore. | Mitchell made 137 and Phillips hit 106 off 88 balls. | The Black Caps then bowled out India for 296 in 46 overs despite Kohli's 54th ODI century and clinched the three-match series 2-1. | New Zealand had lost all seven of their previous ODI series in India, a run dating back to 1988. | The Black Caps registered thei…
(2026-01-19). A Triple Entente? Türkiye interested in joining Saudi-Pakistan Nuclear Security Pact. juancole.com Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) —
(2026-01-19). Israeli Enemy Continues to Violate Lebanese Sovereignty. english.almanar.com.lb The Israeli occupation army continues to violate Lebanese sovereignty, the ceasefire agreement, and UN Security Council Resolution 1701. In this context, Al-Manar TV's correspondent reported on Monday morning that an Israeli helicopter dropped a stun grenade on the town of Dhahira in southern Lebanon. Our correspondent had previously reported that an Israeli helicopter conducted a …
(2026-01-19). Coretta Scott King's After MLK's Murder, She Took the Mic and Took on the War. scheerpost.com Posted By Joshua Scheer We've just published a piece on Coretta Scott King's public opposition to the Vietnam War, drawing from a powerful series of speeches she delivered after the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Her first major address came on April 27, 1968, in New York City's Central Park, less than a …
(2026-01-19). The Regime Change Machine Is Turning on Iran Again. scheerpost.com By Mnar Adley an Investigation for Mint Press News Make no mistake: the U.S. and Israel are ready to seize this moment in Iran's mass protests to drive a regime change operation. And it's not even subtle. Trump has openly threatened airstrikes against Iran — and he's told protesters to keep going, promising: "Help is on …
(2026-01-19). Ramadan 2026: List of Imams to lead Taraweeh at Makkah Grand Mosque. ummid.com The Presidency of The Two Holy Mosques today i.e. January 13, 2026 released the list of 7 Imams who will lead the Taraweeh Prayers at the Grand Mosque at Makkah (Masjid al Haram) during the Holy Month of Ramadan 1447H.
(2026-01-19). Players hit by cramp as heat and heartbreak strike. tribune.com.pk 
Players struggled with cramp and injuries on the second day of the Australian Open on Monday, headlined by the retirement of seventh seed Felix Auger-Aliassime while his compatriot Marina Stakusic needed a wheelchair to leave the court. | Canadian Auger-Aliassime arrived at Melbourne Park as a genuine dark horse after showing marked improvement on hard courts towards the end of 2025, but the 25-year-old was forced to withdraw when trailing Nuno Borges. | The Portuguese was leading 3-6 6-4 6-4 when Auger-Aliassime was forced to end the contest after he started cramping at the start of the third set. | "It becam…
(2026-01-19). Spain train crash live: At least 39 killed in high-speed collision. aljazeera.com Dozens of people wounded in the crash in Cordoba province.
(2026-01-19). Donald Trump, Poster Child for Megalomania. counterpunch.org 
(2026-01-19). Friday 1/23: Solidarity with General Strike Minneapolis, Rally in Palo Alto. indybay.org 855 Embarcadero | Palo Alto 94303 | (Town and Country Village shopping district)…
(2026-01-19). Trump, EU escalate tariff war as US-European conflict mounts over Greenland. wsws.org US-European relations are teetering on the brink of collapse, amid growing threats of trade and military conflict among the major imperialist powers of the NATO alliance.
(2026-01-19). New Zealand "ManageMyHealth" hack exposes thousands of patients' medical records. wsws.org The huge data breach highlights how intimate medical information is placed at the mercy of private corporations whose only concern is profit.
(2026-01-19). Trump's EPA places a zero-dollar value on human life and health. wsws.org The EPA moves to gut the evaluation of the cost of health impacts in regulating toxic industrial emissions.
(2026-01-19). Zionist Billionaires Openly Acknowledge Manipulating The US Government. caitlinjohnstone.com.au Speaking together There's a guy I follow on Twitter named
(2026-01-19). APC declares February 8 'Black Day' as TTAP plans countrywide protest. tribune.com.pk 
An All Parties Conference (APC) held under the aegis of Tehreek Tahaffuz Aain Pakistan (TTAP) called on the masses to observe a nationwide wheel-jam and shutter-down strike on February 8 against alleged rigging in the elections held two years ago. | The APC, held at the Karachi Press Club, issued a joint declaration demanding the appointment of a neutral Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) and fresh elections under a new Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP). | Addressing the APC, senior TTAP leaders, including Mahmood Khan Achakzai, Asad Qaiser, Raja Nasir Abbas and others, criticised the government, demanded t…
(2026-01-19). Sudan: Call on the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) to release journalist Muammar Ibrahim. fidh.org The undersigned organisations, including FIDH and OMCT within the framework of the Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders, journalists, express serious concern regarding the detention of Sudanese journalist Muammar Ibrahim by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). Mr Ibrahim has been held since 26 October 2025, following his detention in El-Fasher, North Darfur.
According to available information, RSF detained Muammar Ibrahim while he was attempting to leave El-Fasher amid (…) | – |
(2026-01-19). Power, Reform, and Control: Vietnam's Party Congress Sets the Tone for the Decade. moderndiplomacy.eu Vietnam's ruling Communist Party has opened its tightly choreographed, week-long congress in Hanoi, an event that will determine the country's top leadership and set political and economic priorities for the rest of the decade. Held every five years under opaque rules and heavy security, the congress brings together around 1,600 delegates representing 5.6 million party …
(2026-01-19). Why export revival hinges on digital trade. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan is one of the least open economies in the world. Its lack of participation in international trading activities has resulted in volatility and economic instability, keeping the economy hostage to regular balance-of-payments crises and mounting debt-related challenges. | Exports of goods from Pakistan have consistently remained below 11% of GDP. This lack of exports stifles the inflow of much-needed dollars, creating pressure on foreign exchange reserves. Furthermore, policies involving exchange rate management and restrictions on the flow of dollars impede the ability of businesses to participate in in…
(2026-01-19). Almost 7 million people threatened by deadly Australian bushfires, according to new climate report. wsws.org As scientists report the danger that climate change poses to millions, the Labor government refuses to abandon its support for fossil fuels.
(2026-01-19). Mossad Chief Arrives in Florida to Discuss Iran Strategy with Top US Officials. Followup of Trump-Netanyahu Phone Call. globalresearch.ca The director of Israel's Mossad intelligence agency, David Barnea, arrived in the US on 16 January for talks with officials on the situation in Iran, following weeks of foreign-backed violent riots and nationwide unrest. |
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(2026-01-19). Cooked on pure gold bars: Jeweler serves $450,000 steak. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – A bizarre and unusual video has gone viral on social media, showing a New York City jeweler cooking a steak on three gold bars. The sight astonished viewers and garnered millions of views within hours.In the video, the jeweler explained that gold is one of the fastest conductors of heat, causing it to heat up very quickly. He asserted that cooking a steak on gold takes three times longer than cooking it on cast iron, which explains why the steak is cooked in just a few minutes.The man, who clarified that he is a jeweler, not a chef, emphasized the dangers of gold being near heat sources. He warned agai…
(2026-01-19). EU official plotted to 'organise resistance' against Hungary's Orban, files show. strategic-culture.su By Kit KLARENBERG | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | As the EU has sought to prolong the Ukraine proxy war, expropriate frozen Russi…
(2026-01-19). Heckler interrupts US anthem at NBA game with Greenland protest. newarab.com 
(2026-01-19). Sunday 1/25: Education Panel: AI, Techno-Fascism & Labor. indybay.org Bernal Heights Library | 500 Cortland St. | San Francisco…
(2026-01-19). Dr. Muhammad Manzoor Alam: A Scholar, Thinker and Reformer. ummid.com Dr. Muhammad Manzoor Alam (Rah.) possessed a deeply compassionate heart and a vigilant mind for the welfare of the Muslim Ummah.
(2026-01-19). Fusion energy drive entering a decisive phase. ecns.cn China's drive to develop controllable nuclear fusion is nearing a historic turning point, with related procurements totaling 10 billion yuan ($1.37 billion) set to be completed this year and early demonstrations of fusion-generated electricity likely to be seen around 2030, industry experts and company executives said on Sunday.
(2026-01-19). Privacy failures driving psychological harm and suicide. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-01-19). William Way Center exhibits LGBTQ memorial portraits by Arleen Olshan. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Arleen Olshan has been involved with LGBTQ arts and activism in Philadelphia for more than 60 years. She was a founding member of the then-Gay Community Center of Philadelphia in 1973, now the William Way Center, and for 10 years she was the co-owner of Giovanni's Room, America's oldest gay bookstore. She later co-founded Mt. Airy Art Garage. | Now 80 years old, she has seen many friends and colleagues pass away. | "I attended a lot of memorials. I also was very active in th…
(2026-01-19). Aftermath of deadly train collision in southern Spain. aljazeera.com Video shows the aftermath of a fatal rail accident in southern Spain, where a high-speed train derailed.
(2026-01-19). Usman stars as Pakistan beat Scotland in U19 World Cup. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan sealed a commanding victory over Scotland in the ICC Men's Under-19 World Cup 2026 as Usman Khan's composed half-century and a disciplined bowling display powered the Green Shirts to a four-wicket win in the 12th match of the tournament at the Takashinga Sports Club on Monday. | Chasing a modest target of 188, Pakistan reached 188 for 4 in 43.1 overs to register their first win of the U19 World Cup 2026. The chase began steadily as openers Ali Hassan Baloch and Sameer Minhas put on 43 runs inside the first 10 overs, laying a solid foundation. | Important two points gained üèè…
(2026-01-19). Champions League crunch time as pressure piles on. tribune.com.pk 
Real Madrid, Liverpool and Inter Milan may boast a combined 24 European titles, but they still have their work cut out to ensure their tickets to the knock-out stages of the Champions League. | While the top eight secure direct entry to the last 16, teams placed ninth to 24th must navigate an additional two-legged play-off round to join them. | Arsenal, Bayern Munich, holders Paris Saint-Germain, Manchester City and Atalanta have all already secured their places in at least the knock-out phase play-offs. | This leaves a number of European heavyweights still unsure of their presence when the business end of the…
(2026-01-19). Trump Reshapes Davos 2026: Ceasefire Hopes, Tariff Threats, and a $1 Billion Peace Bet. thinktank.pk In the snow-capped peaks of Switzerland, the world's most influential figures are converging for what promises to be a watershed moment in international relations. The annual gathering of the World Economic Forum in 2026 isn't just another elite summit—it's a high-stakes arena where U.S. President Donald Trump's assertive policies are forcing a radical rethink of …
(2026-01-19). Chief Justice Alfonse Chigamoy Owiny-Dollo Retires After Four Decades of Legal Service. plusnews.ug 
Uganda's Chief Justice, His Lordship Alfonse Chigamoy Owiny-Dollo, retires at the age of 70, concluding a legal and public service career spanning over forty years. Appointed Chief Justice in August 2020, he oversaw reforms aimed at improving access to justice, reducing case backlogs, and modernizing court operations. Before becoming Chief Justice, Owiny-Dollo served as Deputy …
(2026-01-19). Vietnam Communist Party Congress Tightens Security: Delegates Use Pre-Set Tablets, No Mobile Phones. moderndiplomacy.eu Delegates attending Vietnam's once-in-five-years Communist Party congress, which began on Monday, have been placed under strict security measures. They were issued Samsung tablets that operate only on the congress intranet, were cut off from mobile phone networks, and are required to stay in designated accommodations throughout the week. The congress, where 1,600 delegates will select …
(2026-01-19). Australia: More than 10,000 health workers to strike in Victoria. wsws.org Workers are opposing ongoing poor working conditions and the Victorian Labor government's efforts to impose further real pay cuts in a new enterprise agreement.
(2026-01-19). GATE 2026 Admit Card Released: Steps, Link to Download. ummid.com IIT Guwahati has released the Admit Card (Hall Ticket) of the candidates who have registered for Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering 2026 (GATE 2026) on its official website gate2026.iitg.ac.in.
(2026-01-19). New Data Connects Smartphone Ownership at Age 12 to Obesity and Mental Health Concerns. globalresearch.ca Early smartphone ownership at age 12 is linked to higher risks of depression, obesity, and insufficient sleep, placing your child on a riskier long-term developmental path | Each year earlier a child receives a smartphone increases the odds of obesity and …
(2026-01-19). Kayaks Join in Protesting Chevron War Profiteering. indybay.org "Kayaktivists" confront Chevron for profiteering from War, Genocide, and environmental destruction from waters next to Richmond refinery.
(2026-01-19). Tuesday 1/20: Aptos: Free America Walkout. indybay.org State Park Drive, Aptos…
(2026-01-19). Wednesday 2/4: Christians in Palestine: an In-Person Dialogue with Mother Agapia Stephanopoulos. indybay.org Morgan Hill Community and Cultural Center | 17000 Monterey Rd, Morgan Hill CA 95037…
(2026-01-19). Sunday Science: Oldest Known Cremation in Africa Poses 9,500-Year-Old Mystery About Stone Age Hunter-Gatherers. portside.org Sunday Science: Oldest Known Cremation in Africa Poses 9,500-Year-Old Mystery About Stone Age Hunter-Gatherers |
(2026-01-19). Scientists develop eco-friendly pigments. ecns.cn The vibrant reds and yellows that coat some children's toys and food packaging have long masked a troubling reality — reliance on toxic heavy metals. Researchers in Northeast China say they may have found a cost-effective way of eliminating those hazards by tapping into the country's abundant rare earth reserves.
(2026-01-19). U.S.-Europe Trade Tensions Escalate as Markets React. moderndiplomacy.eu In a move that has confounded diplomats and investors alike, U.S. President Donald Trump has linked tariffs on European goods directly to Greenland, an autonomous Danish territory. The threat of escalating tariffs raises the prospect of a legal challenge, as many experts question whether the U.S. can impose such measures under international trade law. By …
(2026-01-19). Death toll in Karachi mall fire rises to at least 14 in Pakistan. aljazeera.com More than 50 people remain missing, with a police investigation under way to determine the cause of the fire.
(2026-01-19). Renee Good, Viola Liuzzo and the Fragile Ego of Masculinism. counterpunch.org 
There are a few new things in the US — just recycled atrocities that the media fails to recognize as sequels. In the US flash flood of bad dreams, the latest event in the drive-by-whizz of meaningless horror — the cold-blooded public execution of Renee Good — has come and gone. Good now becomes — at
(2026-01-19). 59 missing as Karachi fire tragedy unfolds. tribune.com.pk 
The conflagration that engulfed Karachi's famed Gul Plaza bazaar on Saturday could not be brought under control till late Sunday night as it consumed lives of six people, including a firefighter, and caused losses running into millions of rupees. | According to an official tally, at least 59 people — including women who were inside the market when the fire broke out — were still missing, to the horror and anguish of their families. | The blaze, which started at around 10: 15 pm on Saturday at the market located at Karachi's MA Jinnah Road, quickly escalated to a third-degree fire, engulfing the enti…
(2026-01-19). Monday 1/19: Sacramento: 44th Annual MLK March For The Dream. indybay.org Starting Points: | Oak Park Community Center (Extra Mile – 8: 00 AM): | 3425 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95817 | Parking available at the community center and surrounding streets. | Sacramento City College (Main March – 8: 30 AM): | 3835 Freeport Boulevard, Sacramento, CA 95822 | Parking available on campus. Arrive early for best spots! | EXPO and Main Stage Speakers | SAFE Credit Union Convention Center (Expo Only – 10: 00 AM): | 1400 J Street, Sacramento, CA 95814…
(2026-01-19). Govt announces public and optional holidays for 2026. tribune.com.pk 
The Government of Pakistan has officially released the schedule for public and optional holidays for the calendar year 2026, according to a circular issued by the Cabinet Division on Monday. | The notification outlines a comprehensive list of national significance days and religious festivals for Muslims and minority communities. Key public holidays include Kashmir Day on February 5, Pakistan Day on March 23, and Independence Day on August 14 | Major Islamic festivals are scheduled as follows, though the government noted these dates are subject to the appearance of the moon: | Eidul Fitr: March 21, 22, and 23.
(2026-01-19). IHC grants protective bail to Imaan Mazari, husband in controversial tweets case. tribune.com.pk 
The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Monday granted one-day protective bail to Advocate Imaan Mazari and her husband Hadi Ali Chattha, barring their arrest until Tuesday and directing them to appear before the court. | Justice Azam Khan heard the petition filed by Mazari and Chattha challenging the trial court's decision to issue non-bailable arrest warrants in the controversial tweets case. The court approved protective bail until Tuesday and adjourned the hearing, ordering both accused to appear before the high court. | During the hearing, petitioners' counsel Kamran Murtaza told the court that the couple's bai…
(2026-01-19). Empire of Chaos, Plunder and Strikes in panic of being evicted from Eurasia. strategic-culture.su Tehran will never bow down to the diktats. The neo-Caligula regime change obsession — in fact mirrored as a NATOstan obsession — will keep ruling. Tehran is not intimidated. | Join us on , , and . | Contact us:
(2026-01-19). What happened in controversial AFCON final? aljazeera.com Senegal's win in the 2026 AFCON final will be remembered for their walk off pitch after a controversial penalty decision…
(2026-01-19). The end of sovereign immunity: America's new doctrine of capture. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-01-19). China's 2025 GDP grows 5% year-on-year. ecns.cn China's gross domestic product (GDP) reached 140.19 trillion yuan (about $20.12 trillion) for the year 2025, up 5.0% year-on-year, according to the economic eport released by China's National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) on Monday.
(2026-01-19). Live: Dhule Corporation Election Result 2026. ummid.com The Maharashtra State Election Commission officials are set to hold counting of votes in Dhule for the Municipal Corporation (Dhule Mahanagar Palika) Election today i.e. Friday January 16, 2026.
(2026-01-19). Noah Baumbach's Jay Kelly: A veteran film star undergoes a crisis. wsws.org Baumbach satirizes the failings of the contemporary movie industry and mocks the self-involvement of prominent performers.
(2026-01-19). Democracy Now! 2026-01-19 Monday. democracynow.org Democracy Now! Monday, January 19, 2026 | Democracy Now! Monday, January 19, 2026…
(2026-01-19). Israel launches 'large-scale' military raid in occupied West Bank's Hebron. aljazeera.com Army deploys armoured vehicles and imposes curfew in the city, shutting down neighbourhoods.
(2026-01-19). From Uganda to Cameroon, how Africa's 'leaders for life' stay in power. aljazeera.com Yoweri Museveni, Paul Biya, and other leaders use tactics including elections to cement their long rule, experts say.
(2026-01-19). UHRC: Uganda's 2026 polls largely peaceful despite tech failures, rights concerns. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | URN | The Uganda Human Rights Commission has raised concern over rights violations during the January 15, 2026, general elections, citing an internet shutdown, isolated incidents of violence, and failures in biometric voter verification, even as it said Ugandans were largely able to vote in a peaceful environment. There has been concern that …
(2026-01-19). Surging billionaire wealth a political threat, Oxfam warns. newarab.com 
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(2026-01-19). China reports 5% GDP growth in 2025. ecns.cn China's gross domestic product expanded by 5 percent to reach 14.02 trillion yuan in 2025, the National Bureau of Statistics said on Monday.
(2026-01-19). Shenzhou-20 spacecraft returns safely to Earth. ecns.cn China's Shenzhou-20 spacecraft returned safely to the Dongfeng landing site at 9: 34 a.m. Beijing time on Monday, marking the complete success of the return mission, according to the China Manned Space Agency (CMSA).
(2026-01-19). Senegal, Morocco, play out an embarrassing AFCON 2025 final in Rabat. aljazeera.com Africa Cup of Nations final marred by on- and off-field controversy with Senegal claiming 1-0 win over hosts Morocco.
(2026-01-19). Far-Right Provocateur Jake Lang Chased Out of Minneapolis During Hate Rally. unicornriot.ninja 
(2026-01-19). Djokovic wins opening match against Martinez at Australian Open. aljazeera.com Novak Djokovic begins his hunt for ‚a record ‚25th Grand Slam title with a straight-sets victory against Pedro Martinez.
(2026-01-19). The UK is now willing to undermine British institutions to protect Israel. aljazeera.com British football fans are regularly banned without scandal. Why is it that Israeli fans cannot be?>
(2026-01-19). Redrawing Muslim Politics: AIMIM's Rise and SP's Fall in Maharashtra. ummid.com Beneath the BJP victory in Maharashtra civic polls lies a more consequential story: The decline of the Samajwadi Party (SP) and the steady rise of Asaduddin Owaisi-led AIMIM as the principal Muslim political force in Maharashtra's urban politics.
(2026-01-19). Inter Milan vs Arsenal: UEFA Champions League — team news, start, lineups. aljazeera.com Leaders Arsenal itching to get back to winning ways against Inter in league phase of UEFA Champions League on Tuesday.
(2026-01-19). Djokovic crushes Martinez in Australian Open. tribune.com.pk 
Novak Djokovic began his hunt for a record 25th Grand Slam title with a 6-3 6-2 6-2 win over unseeded Spaniard Pedro Martinez in the Australian Open first round on Monday, the Serb easing pre-tournament concerns about his fitness with a sparkling display. | Doubts had been raised about Djokovic's preparedness for the major he has won a record 10 times after the 38-year-old skipped the Adelaide tune-up event and cut short practice on Sunday, but he had no trouble sealing his 100th match win at Melbourne Park. | A potentially tricky start against first-time opponent Martinez turned into a routine workout when Dj…
(2026-01-19). Friday 1/23: ICE Out Of MN-Support MN Gen Strike! Shut ICE Down NOW! Join SF Support Rally. indybay.org California State Building | 350 McAllister St. | San Francisco…
(2026-01-19). Crispus Kiyonga back as NRM dominates Kasese and Bundibugyo in parliamentary elections. independent.co.ug 
Kasese, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The National Resistance Movement (NRM) has won all six parliamentary seats in Kasese District and captured two of three seats in Bundibugyo District, according to results declared by district returning officer Godfrey Mbabazi. In Kasese, NRM claimed Busongora South, Busongora North, Kasese Municipality, Bukonzo East, Bukonzo West, and the district …
(2026-01-19). Saturday 1/17: Solidarity Gathering for the People of Iran. indybay.org Town Clock, Pacific Ave and Water St, Santa Cruz…
(2026-01-19). Starmer opposes US tariffs on allies, warns of 'downward spiral' over Greenland threats. tribune.com.pk 
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Monday that calm discussion between allies was needed on Greenland and that a trade war was not in anyone's interest, after United States President Donald Trump threatened tariffs to secure the territory. | Starmer told an emergency press conference on Monday that the alliance with the US had provided security and prosperity to Britain for decades, and said he would work to maintain those ties and defuse the tensions around Greenland that have thrown the future of NATO into doubt. | However, he said Trump's threats to impose escalating tariffs on Britain and European…
(2026-01-19). 6th Annual Whitewater, WI Pride Rally October 3, 2026. wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-01-19). Monday 1/19: Santa Cruz: Annual MLK March For The Dream – Defend Democracy & Civil Rights. indybay.org Gather: Black Lives Matter Mural | Santa Cruz City Hall | 809 Center Street | Santa Cruz | Post-March Event: Center Street and Church St.
(2026-01-19). Britain Cannot Protect Ukraine with £200 Million, but Will Strengthen Its Military Industry Instead. globalresearch.ca The £200 million that British authorities plan to allocate, supposedly to prepare their military forces to deploy in Ukraine, is insufficient to actually defend the Eastern European country. In reality, these funds often end up in the Western arms industry …
(2026-01-19). Billionaires have more money and political power than ever, Oxfam says. aljazeera.com Charity says superrich 4,000 times more likely to hold political power than others and own all social media companies.
(2026-01-19). The US economy seems strong after a year of Trump, but is it really? aljazeera.com While economic growth is strong, the gap between the haves and have-nots is widening.
(2026-01-19). Blast in Afghan capital kills at least seven. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-01-19). DOJ says won't investigate ICE agent's fatal shooting of Renee Good. aljazeera.com US Justice Department says no to probing the ICE agent, despite public outrage over Renee Good's shooting in Minnesota.
(2026-01-19). Stephen Miller: Trump Aide, Iron Laws of the World, and Human Rights. counterpunch.org 
President Donald Trump's long-serving aide, Stephen Miller, recently opined: "We live in a world, in the real world … that is governed by strength, that is governed by force, that is governed by power. These are the iron laws of the world." What Miller said is resonant with declarations by tyrants: "Political power grows out
(2026-01-19). AR Rahman: Indian composer faces backlash for 'bias' in Bollywood remarks. aljazeera.com The Oscar-winning composer faces backlash for saying he lost work due to 'communal bias' in Bollywood.
(2026-01-19). Why Diplomacy Must Prevail on Iran. thinktank.pk In a world already strained by mounting geopolitical tensions, the specter of a direct military clash involving Iran, the United States, and Israel looms as perhaps the most consequential crisis of our time. What began as a cycle of hostile rhetoric, proxy confrontations, and strategic brinkmanship threatens to spill over into open warfare with devastating …
(2026-01-19). SF Unites to Fight The Far Right! indybay.org Jan. 24 SF Counter Protests "Walk for Life-West Coast"
(2026-01-19). The Rule of the Terror Clowns. indybay.org The region's resources, imperialist interventions, territories such as Greenland — according to the fascist Miller, the US can claim or take possession of all this because it has the military power to do so. This is no longer a question of law, but of mere military power. And this very thing—the worship of the naked use of force—is a core element of fascist ideology.
(2026-01-19). Live: Maharashtra Corporation Election Result 2026. ummid.com The Maharashtra State Election Commission is set to hold counting of votes in Mumbai and 28 other Municipal Corporations of the state today i.e. Friday January 16, 2026.
(2026-01-19). New secretary information named in AJK. tribune.com.pk 
Senior bureaucrat Muhammad Rashid Hanif has been appointed as secretary information department of the Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) government, according to a notification issued by the Services and General Administration Department (S&GAD) on Sunday. | Hanif began his career in 1999. | A law graduate of Punjab University Lahore, he has served in various key positions including deputy secretary and additional secretary in the S&GAD and finance departments. | He has also held…
(2026-01-19). US, UK, France all fail in hypersonics, as Macron urges NATO to catch up to Russia. infobrics.org The US military has even lost the ability to develop and procure basic ICBMs (intercontinental ballistic missiles), as evidenced by the constant delays to the new LGM-35A "Sentinel".
(2026-01-19). Likud minister vows over $600K of personal wealth to finance suits against Israeli channel. haaretz.com Critics argue the fund, created by Economy Minister Nir Barkat to bankroll defamation suits involving the broadcaster, is unrelated to his ministerial duties and could influence his Likud party primary campaign. Barkat is currently involved in a legal battle with Channel 12…
(2026-01-19). A programme coordinator of the programme : "global initiative against impunity for international crimes and serious human rights violations: making justice work" full-time fixed contract (18 months). fidh.org The International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) is an NGO that brings together nearly 200 civil society organisations around the world. Founded in 1922, it is committed to defending fundamental freedoms and the universality of the rights defined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Independent of any government and recognised for its expertise, FIDH works to strengthen mechanisms for the protection of human rights and defenders through advocacy campaigns, investigations into (…) | – |
(2026-01-19). This week in history: January 19-25. wsws.org Estrada ousted in the Philippines; Civil war breaks out in Lebanon; US uses napalm in Korean War; Textile strike in Passaic, New Jersey…
(2026-01-19). UN: Advanced weapons push Sudan into 'hell'. tribune.com.pk 
Nearly three years of war have put the Sudanese people through "hell", the UN's rights chief said Sunday, blasting the vast sums spent on advanced weaponry at the expense of humanitarian aid and the recruitment of child soldiers. | Since April 2023, Sudan has been gripped by a conflict between the army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) that has left tens of thousands of people dead and around 11 million displaced. | Speaking in Port Sudan during his first wartime visit, UN Human Rights commissioner Volker Turk said the population had endured "horror and hell", calling it "despicable" that funds t…
(2026-01-19). Major structural reforms announced as New Era dawns upon HBL PSL. tribune.com.pk 
The HBL Pakistan Super League has announced a series of landmark developments ahead of its 11th edition, reinforcing the League's continued growth, competitiveness, and commitment to innovation. | In a historic move after a decade of success, the HBL Pakistan Super League (HBL PSL 11) will transition to a Player Auction Model, replacing the traditional Player Draft system. This strategic shift is aimed at enhancing competitive balance, increasing transparency, and providing players' greater earning opportunities. | Under the revised player acquisition framework: | Each franchise may retain a maximum of four pl…
(2026-01-19). India is profiling Kashmir mosques, raising new surveillance fears. aljazeera.com Residents say police exercise feels less like routine survey and more like an attempt to control religious institutions.
(2026-01-19). Fact Check: Plundering of Somnath and other Hindu temples. ummid.com Temple destructions in ancient and medieval India were not primarily a religious phenomenon.
(2026-01-19). Keir Starmer says Trump's tariffs over Greenland are 'completely wrong'. aljazeera.com Keir Starmer said Donald Trump's threats to impose tariffs on allies over Greenland are 'completely wrong'.
(2026-01-19). Mayor Mamdani Can Empower New York's Municipal Workers. portside.org Mayor Mamdani Can Empower New York's Municipal Workers |
(2026-01-19). Wednesday 1/28: Stand with Rebels & Against U.S.-Israel War Threats/Moves on Iran. indybay.org UUSF 1187 Franklin St. | San Francisco, California…
(2026-01-19). Senegal stun Morocco to win AFCON title. tribune.com.pk 
Senegal stunned Morocco in Sunday's Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final as Pape Gueye's goal gave them a 1-0 extra-time win over the hosts at the end of a match marred by disgraceful scenes following a controversial penalty award. | Brahim Diaz could have won the trophy for Morocco when he stepped up to take the spot-kick in the 24th added minute at the end of normal time. | But Senegal goalkeeper Edouard Mendy easily saved the weak attempted chip by the Real Madrid winger, who was clearly distracted by the long delay of almost 20 minutes that followed the penalty award. | Congolese match referee Jean-Jacques…
(2026-01-19). "It Will Be Done" : Trump Doubles Down on Greenland and Tests the Atlantic Alliance. moderndiplomacy.eu U.S. President Donald Trump has escalated his rhetoric over Greenland, declaring that Denmark has failed to address a supposed "Russian threat" to the Arctic territory and vowing decisive action. In a forceful post on his Truth Social platform, Trump claimed NATO had warned Denmark for two decades to counter Russian influence in Greenland and asserted, …
(2026-01-19). Central Application Service Guide: Helping prospective students to access higher education. sanews.gov.za Central Application Service Guide: Helping prospective students to access higher education | Prospective students, who need guidance in accessing…
(2026-01-19). Germany suddenly turns towards reconciliation with Russia. infobrics.org It is now clear to everyone, but the British, that Russia is the winner.
(2026-01-19). 'Kill line' an inevitable outcome of US system. ecns.cn Editor's note: The School of International Studies at Peking University held a seminar in Beijing on Jan 12, where the participating experts offered insights on the phenomenon of the "kill line" in US society from their respective fields of expertise.
(2026-01-19). Students and workers support call for a general strike to oppose federal occupation of Minneapolis. wsws.org At a rally Sunday in Minnesota, postal workers, students, and community members spoke with WSWS reporters about the murder of Renee Good and the way forward for the working class.
(2026-01-19). Clashes in Colombia between rival rebel groups kill 27 people. aljazeera.com The two groups have been fighting for control of the Guaviare region of the Amazon.
(2026-01-19). Senegal stun hosts Morocco to win AFCON title. newarab.com 
Senegal stunned Morocco in Sunday's Brahim Diaz could have won the trophy for Morocco when he stepped up to take the spot-kick in the 24th added minute of added time at the end of the initial 90 minutes as ugly scenes broke out in the crowd and press box. | But Senegal goal…
(2026-01-19). Shark mauls teenage boy in Sydney Harbour. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-01-19). MLK's Struggle Against Policing and Surveillance Is Still Alive in Memphis Today. truthout.org Every year on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, elected officials quote King while standing safely at a distance from the risks he embraced. His name is invoked, his image sanitized, and his politics stripped of urgency. The U.S. celebrates a softened King who spoke about love but not power, unity but not confrontation, peace but not disruption. What we rarely confront is this truth: Martin Luther King… |
(2026-01-19). Africa Cup 2025: Senegal defeats Morocco in thrilling final. ummid.com Africa Cup of Nations 2025: Senegal Sunday January 18, 2026 defeated host Morocco 1-0 in the Africa Cup of Nations Final 2025 (AFCON 2025), becoming the new football champion.
(2026-01-19). NUP Loses 23 Parliamentary Seats. plusnews.ug 
The National Unity Platform has lost at least 23 parliamentary seats in the just concluded general elections.All of these seats located in Buganda region have been won back by other the ruling National Resistance Movement which had lost them in the 2021 general elections or independents who are also NRM leaning. In the current parliament, …
(2026-01-19). PAF F-16s arrive in Saudi Arabia for 'Spears Of Victory-2026' exercise. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-01-19). WBW News Action: Shutting Down Wars and Bases. worldbeyondwar.org 
(2026-01-19). Fascist run out of Minneapolis while attempting to lead pro-ICE, anti-immigrant hate rally. wsws.org Jake Lang was pardoned by Trump for his role in the failed coup of January 6, 2021, when he was in the mob which stormed the Capitol.
(2026-01-19). No troops in Minneapolis! For a general strike against Trump's coup! wsws.org The Pentagon has placed 1,500 active-duty soldiers on alert for deployment against protests over ICE violence in Minneapolis.
(2026-01-19). Davos economic forum set to convene. ecns.cn People walk at the Davos Congress Centre ahead of the World Economic Forum (WEF), in the ski resort of Davos, Switzerland, January 18, 2026.If no deal is reached on the "complete and total purchase" of Greenland, the tariff rate would rise to 25 percent on June 1, Trump said.
(2026-01-19). Guatemala's president declares 30-day state of emergency after prison riots. aljazeera.com President Bernardo Arevalo issues the order after at least seven police officers killed in riots and hostage-taking.
(2026-01-19). Iran's president warns strikes on Khamenei would lead to 'all-out war'. ecns.cn This handout photograph provided by the office of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei shows him addressing a meeting with the people in Tehran on Jan 17, 2026.
(2026-01-19). Jailed PTI leaders seek early hearings from CJP, LHC CJ in May 9 cases. tribune.com.pk 
Incarcerated Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf leaders on Monday once again approached Chief Justice of Pakistan Yahya Afridi, seeking early fixation of their appeals against convictions in the May 9 cases. | The letter has been sent to CJP as well as the Chief Justice of the Lahore High Court by jailed PTI leaders Dr Yasmin Rashid, Mian Mehmoodur Rasheed, Ijaz Chaudhry and Omer Sarfraz Cheema through their legal team. | PTI Insaf Lawyers Forum Convenor Intizaar Panjutha confirmed that the letter had been dispatched to both chief justices. | He said the first letter was written by Dr Yasmin Rashid to the Chief Justice…
(2026-01-19). Why It's Essential to Scrap the Cap. counterpunch.org 
Al Polk landed a job at a cutting-tool plant in his early 20s and then promptly started paying Social Security taxes—every week, 12 months a year, without a break, for decades. Polk realized that collective responsibility for Social Security ensured a dignified retirement for all, and he took pride in holding up his end of
(2026-01-19). The Black Jobs Deficit Cost Black America $87 Billion in 2025. portside.org The Black Jobs Deficit Cost Black America $87 Billion in 2025 |
(2026-01-19). Uncontrolled wildfires kill 19 in Chile. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Massive wildfires hit different areas in southern Chile, killing at least 19 people, Chilean authorities said on Sunday.In addition, local media reported that 50,000 residents have been displaced as wildfires are still uncontrolled for the second day in a row. The fires are expanding in the Nuble and Biobio regions, about 500 kilometers south of Santiago.Experts said that the wildfires are expanding fast due to the strong winds and hot weather.Several videos and photos were posted on social media showing flames erupting throughout the country, and some displayed burned homes, trucks and cars.&u…
(2026-01-19). As trade talks loom, Canada and Mexico take opposite tracks. strategic-culture.su By Joseph ADDINGTON | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | Canada is opening up to China as Mexico looks to integrate more closely with…
(2026-01-19). EU scrambles to avert Trump Greenland tariffs, prepares retaliation. geo.tv 
Emergency EU summit scheduled in Brussels for Thursday.Envoys push diplomacy while preparing retaliatory measures.Growing calls to trigger unused EU 'Anti-Coercion Instrument'.
(2026-01-19). New York healthcare worker voices solidarity with striking nurses. wsws.org Speaking in support of the week-long strike by 15,000 nurses, a worker at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital connected the attacks on healthcare workers with the diversion of social resources toward repression and war.
(2026-01-19). Saturday 2/7: A Journey: Social Justice and the Art of Neighboring in Palestine. indybay.org Islamic Center of Livermore | 3820 East Ave, Livermore CA…
(2026-01-19). A high-level legal expert for the Business, Human Rights and Environment Desk to follow the United Nations negotiations of a Legally Binding Instrument to regulate transnational corporations and other business enterprises. fidh.org The International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) is an NGO that brings together nearly 200 civil society organisations around the world. Founded in 1922, it is committed to defending fundamental freedoms and the universality of the rights defined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Independent of any government and recognised for its expertise, FIDH works to strengthen mechanisms for the protection of human rights and defenders through advocacy campaigns, investigations into (…) | – |
(2026-01-19). Gul Plaza fire under control after 36 hours; 14 dead as Karachi shopping centre gutted. tribune.com.pk 
Firefighters brought a massive blaze at Gul Plaza on MA Jinnah Road under control after about 36 hours, but officials warned the building is now extremely unstable and could collapse at any time. At least 14 people have died, including a firefighter, while dozens are still missing, authorities said on Monday. | The fire broke out late Saturday night at the multi-storey shopping centre and continued to burn through Sunday, causing parts of the building to collapse. Fire officials said the main fire has been extinguished and cooling operations are under way, but active flames were seen earlier on the ground and…
(2026-01-19). Live: Malegaon Corporation Election Result 2026. ummid.com The Maharashtra State Election Commission officials are set to hold counting of votes in Malegaon for the Municipal Corporation (Malegaon Mahanagar Palika) Election today i.e. Friday January 16, 2026.
(2026-01-19). 'Strawberries to collard greens': The Original American Foundation grows free food in Kingsessing. whyy.org 
Have a question about Philly's neighborhoods or the systems that shape them? PlanPhilly reporters want to hear from you! When Jovian Patterson returned to Philadelphia in 2008 after six years away in the U.S. Navy, he found that the block where he'd grown up in the Kingsessing neighborhood had changed. | More of the rowhouses had been demolished and replaced by empty lots. | "It was a lot of trash, a lot of overgrown grass. It was just so much land out here," Patterson remembered. "One of the first things I thought abou…
(2026-01-19). Ginsberg's "America" Revisited. counterpunch.org 
January 1956, Allen Ginsberg wrote: "America I've given you all and now I'm nothing." It is January 2026. I'm not sure if we've given it all as citizens or as a society. Some votes, some taxes, some rants, some protests, but surely not enough. "Two dollars and twentyseven cents"? Don't mention to Ginsberg the price of
(2026-01-19). US Pentagon orders troops to prepare for potential Minnesota deployment. aljazeera.com Arctic specialist troops would join 3,000 federal immigration agents patrolling Minneapolis and St Paul amid protests.
(2026-01-19). Wednesday 2/18: 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.
(2026-01-19). Export fall: looking beyond numbers. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan's export of goods has declined in the first half of FY26 as exports decreased to $15.2 billion, down from $16.6 billion a year earlier. This stagnation has caused concern amongst policymakers as the trade deficit widened from $14.5 billion to $19.2 billion. Government officials have been conducting a series of meetings this week with industrial leaders with the goal of addressing the salient concerns of businessmen and arresting the export decline. | A common rallying cry among business leaders to communicate the dire straits of the matter at hand is to declare an 'export emergency'. Such alarm over w…
(2026-01-19). Maccabi football fans and the ousting of a UK police chief — why it matters. aljazeera.com Experts warn that politicisation of a policing decision sets a 'dangerous precedent' for democracy in the UK.
(2026-01-19). MLK's deep ties to Philadelphia. whyy.org King audited classes at Penn, preached in Philadelphia churches and built relationships with influential Black clergy and institutions. Can we claim the reverend one of ours?
(2026-01-19). Selected Articles: Greenland: France to Occupy the Island to Fight Trump's Takeover Ambitions? globalresearch.ca 
By French President Macron has announced he is moving troops to Greenland, to defend the autonomous Island and its owner, the Kingdom of …
(2026-01-19). Gold reaches $4,670, silver surges as markets react to rising global uncertainty. tribune.com.pk 
The prices of gold and silver reached new record highs both globally and locally, driven by rising geopolitical tensions and economic factors, including further cuts in the US Federal Reserve's interest rates. | On Monday, the price of gold per ounce surged by $75 to a new record high of $4,670 in the international bullion market. This increase follows months of escalating political tensions, particularly in the Middle East, where fears of a potential military escalation involving the United States and Iran have stirred uncertainty. | The market's response to this geopolitical volatility, and the Federal Reser…
(2026-01-19). Shutdown Trump's Fascist Occupation of Minneapolis & Minnesota & STOP the Wars & Genocide. indybay.org The Trump gestapo occupation of Minneapolis and Minnesota has led to the AFL-CIO calling for a mass worker community action on January 23, 2026. The UFCLP supports that and calls on all unions and worker throughout the United States to fight for and organize a national general strike. Trump and his fascist government will not be stopped with protests alone. Workers have the power to shutdown the country and also link this to the shutdown of US imperialist wars abroad.
(2026-01-19). Beyond Blood and Borders | Testimony of history: Japanese 'war orphan' expresses gratitude to Chinese foster parents. ecns.cn Their stories begin with Japan's aggressive expansion. In the 1930s and 1940s, alongside the Japanese Imperial Army that invaded and oppressed the Chinese people, hundreds of thousands of Japanese people were dispatched to China as part of colonial settler groups, known as "Kaitakudan," to seize farmland. When Japan surrendered in 1945, chaos ensued, leaving thousands of Japanese children stranded."ÄÄ…
(2026-01-19). Trump tells Norway PM not bound to 'think purely of peace' after Nobel snub. aljazeera.com Barbed message to Oslo follows Trump's bitterness over missing out on the Nobel Peace Prize he coveted.
(2026-01-19). Japanese PM Takaichi will dissolve parliament on Friday, call election next month. tribune.com.pk 
Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said she will dissolve parliament on Friday and call a national election to seek voter backing for increased spending and a new security strategy expected to accelerate Japan's defence build-up. | The snap vote will decide all 465 seats in parliament's lower house and mark Takaichi's first electoral test since becoming Japan's first female premier in October. | Calling an early election would allow her to capitalise on strong public support to tighten her grip on the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) and shore up her coalition's fragile majority. | The election will te…
(2026-01-19). Weather Reanalysis Models. wattsupwiththat.com By Andy May My new paper (May, 2025) emphasizes that while many of the underlying observations used to build weather reanalysis datasets, such as ERA5 (European Centre for Medium-Range Weather…
(2026-01-19). Blast kills seven people at hotel restaurant in Afghanistan's capital Kabul. aljazeera.com Explosion occurs in downtown Shahr-e-Naw neighbourhood, ‚Å thought to be one of the most secure areas ‚Äåof Kabul.
(2026-01-19). Trump threatens 10% tariffs on eight NATO allies over Greenland tensions. ecns.cn U.S. President Donald Trump on Saturday threatened to impose a 10 percent tariff on eight NATO allies, including Denmark, Norway, Sweden, France, Germany, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands and Finland, in response to recent military activity in Greenland.
(2026-01-19). Digital Bridges, Dollar Shadows: BRICS Explores a New Payments Order. moderndiplomacy.eu India's central bank has quietly floated a proposal that could carry far-reaching geopolitical consequences: linking the official digital currencies of BRICS countries to facilitate cross-border trade and tourism payments. According to sources, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has recommended that the idea be placed on the agenda of the 2026 BRICS summit, which India …
(2026-01-19). Explosion at Baotou steel plant kills 2, 5 missing. ecns.cn An explosion at a plate plant operated by Baogang United Steel in Baotou, Inner Mongolia autonomous region, killed two people and left five others missing, local authorities said Sunday night.
(2026-01-19). China's satellite data shows iceberg A23a in final stage of disintegration. ecns.cn China's Fengyun-3D satellite has found that the world's formerly largest iceberg, A23a, is entering the final stages of its disintegration, according to the China Meteorological Administration.
(2026-01-19). Chile declares 'state of catastrophe' as wildfires kill at least 18. aljazeera.com The wildfires force 50,000 people to flee, as President Gabriel Boric declares emergency.
(2026-01-19). Financial Constraints Make Trump's "Dream Military" Easier Said than Done. globalresearch.ca United States President Donald Trump wants to increase his country's military budget by 50% by 2027. According to him, $1.5 trillion would be sufficient to strengthen the US armed forces amid geopolitical realignment and destabilizing global security. However, there are …
(2026-01-19). Here Lies the Liberal World Order: 1945-2025. globalresearch.ca Back in 1989, renowned political scientist Francis Fukuyama got a little bit over his skis, as they say, when he enthusiastically welcomed in a new (and emphatically final) geopolitical epoch, audaciously dubbed the "End of History."
(2026-01-19). RBI Evaluates Gazprombank and Alfa Bank Branch Applications Entries Balancing Geopolitical and Economic Interests. infobrics.org The RBI is reviewing branch licence applications from Russia's Gazprombank and Alfa. The decision will shape India-Russia trade ambitions and signal how India balances economic interests with geopolitical pressures…
(2026-01-19). Madison, January 20 and Milwaukee, January 23, 2026: Money for Healthcare NOT ICE! Stop Endless U.S. Wars! (Rallies Marches). wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-01-19). Failure of US-NATO in the Development of Hypersonic Weapons: Macron urges NATO to "Catch up to Russia" globalresearch.ca Hypersonic technologies are the last frontier in kinetic warfare. It's now a given that the ability to develop and build such weapons defines a country's status as a global military power. The Soviet Union had an unprecedented half-century-long lead over …
(2026-01-19). Artificial Intelligence an Asset, not a Substitute to Media. ummid.com Highlighting the possibilities and concerns of Artificial Intelligence (AI) dominating all walks of life in the world, senior analyst and columnist Asad Mirza said that AI is a tool for journalism, not a substitute.
(2026-01-19). Yemen faces worst food crisis since 2022, aid group warns. aljazeera.com Aid cuts, conflict and economic collapse push millions of Yemenis towards severe hunger in 2026.
(2026-01-19). Sanya rises as magnet for Russian tourists. ecns.cn When the winter winds blow in Siberia, residents escape the frigid weather by traveling thousands of kilometers to tropical Hainan, an island province in southern China.
(2026-01-19). Cuba updates its defense plans. radiohc.cu Cuba is updating its plans for defense, reviewing the measures and plans to respond to aggression, as part of the doctrine of War of the Entire People. | On Saturday, January 17, as part of the activities scheduled for Defense Day, the National Defense Council (CDN) of Cuba met to review and approve the plans and measures for transitioning to a state of war. | The analysis was conducted "in compliance with the activities planned for Defense Day and with the objective of increasing and improving the level of preparedness and cohesion of the leadership and personnel," explained a statement from the National Defense…
(2026-01-19). Descarrilamiento de dos trenes de alta velocidad en España deja más de 20 fallecidos. cubadebate.cu Al menos 21 personas murieron y un centenar resultaron heridas al descarrilar dos trenes de alta velocidad en la provincia de Córdoba, en el sur de España. Un tren de la compañía Iryo en el viajaban unas 300 personas con destino a Madrid desde Málaga descarriló sus tres últimos vagones e invadió la vía contigua por la que circulaba otro convoy que cubría la línea Madrid-Huelva.
(2026-01-19). Israele fomenta il separatismo del Somaliland per aprire basi militari sul mar Rosso, attaccare lo Yemen e scatenare una crisi regionale. strategic-culture.su Il rischio di incendiare con nuove guerre il Corno d'Africa è del tutto evidente, forse anche uno dei criminali obiettivi perseguiti subdolamente da Tel Aviv. | Segue nostro Donne di inusitata bellezza, sultanati sonnacchiosi, dune di candida sabbia tra frondosi palmeti in riva a un mare d'un cristallino azzurro, alla fine dell'Ottocento la Somalia è questo e poco altro, mentre nelle acque antistanti la costa le navi inglesi incrementano…
(2026-01-19). El Partido Socialista y la extrema derecha irán a segunda vuelta de elecciones presidenciales en Portugal. cubadebate.cu El exlíder socialista António José Seguro y el dirigente ultraderechista André Ventura se disputarán la Presidencia de Portugal en la segunda vuelta, el próximo 8 de febrero, con el 92,61 % de los votos escrutados en la primera ronda electoral disputada este domingo. Según el escrutinio, Seguro obtiene el 30,53% de los sufragios, seguido de Ventura, con el 24,59%.
(2026-01-19). El Partido Socialista y la extrema derecha irán a segunda vuelta de elecciones presidenciales en Portugal. cubadebate.cu El exlíder socialista António José Seguro y el dirigente ultraderechista André Ventura se disputarán la Presidencia de Portugal en la segunda vuelta, el próximo 8 de febrero, con el 92,61 % de los votos escrutados en la primera ronda electoral disputada este domingo. Según el escrutinio, Seguro obtiene el 30,53% de los sufragios, seguido de Ventura, con el 24,59%.
(2026-01-19). Death toll in Spain high-speed train derailment rises to 21. ecns.cn The previous deadliest train accident in Spain occurred in July 2013, when 79 people were killed after a high-speed train derailed while entering the city of Santiago de Compostela due to excessive speed.
(2026-01-19). Novo ministro da Defesa da Ucrânia admite problemas oràßamentários e de pessoal. globalresearch.ca Aparentemente, os problemas militares da Ucrânia sà£o tà£o graves que nem mesmo as autoridades em Kiev conseguem mais escondê-los. Em uma declaraàßà£o recente, o recém-nomeado ministro da Defesa expressou preocupaàßà£o com temas como o efetivo militar e o oràßamento da …
(2026-01-19). Syria agrees truce with Kurds after troop advance. tribune.com.pk 
Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa on Sunday announced a deal with the chief of Kurdish-led forces that includes a ceasefire, after government troops advanced across Kurdish-held areas of the country's north and east. | The agreement, which will also see the Kurdish administration and forces integrate into the state, marks a blow for the minority, which has long held ambitions of preserving the de facto autonomy they had exercised over areas they held for over a decade. | It comes after deadly clashes in the Syrian city of Raqa on Sunday between Kurdish-led forces and local fighters loyal to Damascus. | The deal…
(2026-01-19). Sera Jey Tibetan Buddhist Monastery welcomes Contra Costa County Supervisor John Gioia. indybay.org In January 2026, the Venerable Monks and the Tibetan Community who gathered at Sera Jey Tibetan Buddhist Monastery in El Cerrito, California welcomed Contra Costa County Supervisor John Gioia…
(2026-01-19). Friday 1/30: The Settlers: Documentary Screening + Q&A. indybay.org Hillside Community Church, 1422 Navellier Street, El Cerrito…