(2026-05-27). President, PM, military leadership extend Eidul Azha greetings, urge unity and compassion. tribune.com.pk 
President Asif Ali Zardari, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshal Asim Munir on Wednesday extended heartfelt greetings of Eidul Azha to all Pakistanis and the entire Muslim Ummah. | In their separate messages, they said Eidul Azha reminds Muslims of the great spirit of obedience to Allah Almighty, patience, loyalty, sincerity, and sacrifice, as reflected in the noble legacy of Hazrat Ibrahim (AS) and Hazrat Ismail (AS). | President Zardari said the true spirit of sacrifice requires making space in our hearts for others. He added that Eidul Azha teaches that sacrifice is "not m…
palestinechronicle.com (2026-05-27). The Witch Hunt Continues: US Appeals Court Allows Reinstatement of Sanctions on Francesca Albanese
The sanctions, originally imposed by Secretary of State Marco Rubio in July 2025, sought to financially isolate Albanese and her family by freezing assets, restricting travel, and cutting off access to banking systems. This was never about evidence or wrongdoing. It was raw political punishment for her unflinching documentation of Israel's crimes in Gaza and the occupied territories.
(2026-05-27). Israeli air attack kills at least two in southern Lebanon. aljazeera.com Israeli forces intensify attacks, issue forced displacement orders for more towns and villages day after killing dozens.
english.palinfo.com (2026-05-27). PPS: Gaza prisoners tortured in Rakevets underground cells
The Palestinian Prisoner Society (PPS) has accused the Israeli prison service of subjecting Gaza detainees to repression and torture, holding them in inhumane and unhealthy conditions within "Rakevet" prison's cramped underground cells.
In a statement released on Tuesday, PPS said that Israeli forces recently stormed one of the cells in the jails and assaulted prisoners from Gaza with dogs, gas and batons, injuring them in their eyes and heads.
(2026-05-27). Israel escalates rampage in Lebanon. wsws.org Israeli forces struck Lebanon with more than 120 air raids on Tuesday, the sharpest single-day escalation since Israel resumed its bombing of the country in early March. The Lebanese health ministry said at least 31 people were killed and 40 wounded in attacks across the south and the Bekaa Valley.
(2026-05-27). Israel 'intensifies' attacks in Lebanon killing at least 31 people. aljazeera.com At least 31 people have been killed in Israeli attacks across southern Lebanon.
(2026-05-27). Israel pounds Lebanon with heaviest bombing in weeks, expands ground operations. scmp.com Israel pounded Lebanon with more than 120 air strikes on Tuesday in one of the heaviest days of bombing in weeks, Lebanese security sources said, as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said his military was deepening its operations in the country. | The bombing raids further strained a ceasefire announced on April 16 that was meant to halt fighting between Israel and the Lebanese armed group Hezbollah, and ‚Äåcame as Iran said the United States had violated a separate truce by striking…
(2026-05-27). Israeli airstrikes kill 31, wound 40 in southern Lebanon. tribune.com.pk 
At least 31 people were killed and 40 injured in Israeli airstrikes Tuesday in southern Lebanon, according to the Lebanese Health Ministry. | The strikes targeted the towns of Burj al-Shamali, Kawthariyet El Riz, Habboush, Maarakeh and Selaa. | Lebanon's state news agency NNA reported that at least 10 people were killed, including women and children, in a single strike on Burj al-Shamali. The outlet also reported at least three airstrikes near the Qaraoun Dam in eastern Lebanon, home to the country's largest water reservoir. | The strikes came after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu threatened to inten…
(2026-05-27). Tuesday 6/2: No More Genocide! Protest at Microsoft Conference. indybay.org Ft. Mason Center | San Francisco…
(2026-05-27). Global Sumud Flotilla urges probe of U.S. complicity in members' abduction and torture by Israel. radiohc.cu By Brett Wilkins / Common Dreams | Testimonies published Tuesday from activists, journalists, medical professionals, and others who took part in the latest international flotilla attempting to break Israel's genocidal siege of Gaza called for an investigation into US complicity in their illegal high-seas abduction and alleged torture, sexual assault, and other abuse by Israeli forces. | "As testimonies from the 428 participants illegally kidnapped by the Israeli regime continue to surface, the United States' critical role in the abuses and torture of humanitarian volunteers and journalists has become undeniable,"
(2026-05-27). Stand down or Escalate? Trump's Tactical Dilemma on Iran. juancole.com The administration's triumphalist framing has struck a jarring note among those who have s…
(2026-05-27). Alexander Zevin: Trump's Gulf War. newleftreview.org Asymmetries of the US-Israeli assault on Iran, as an uneasy balance holds between Tehran's tourniquet on the Strait of Hormuz—and the world economy—and the enormous firepower of the aggressors, at the end of the first round.
(2026-05-27). China's top diplomat says hopes US, Iran reach compromise. geo.tv 
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi leaves the Great Hall of the People in Beijing during Russian President Vladimir Putin visit to China, May 20, 2026. — ReutersYi says Beijing is coordinating with parties and supporting the mediation effort.US forces struck missile sites and boats…
(2026-05-27). Iran's Supreme Leader Says Region Will No Longer Be a 'Safe Haven' for US Military Bases. news.antiwar.com Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei said in a written statement on Tuesday that the US will no longer have a "safe haven" in the Middle East for its military bases, remarks that come after the Iranian military struck US bases across the region during the US-Israeli bombing campaign against Iran. In the statement, released …
(2026-05-27). On camera humiliation for Trump after failed Iran strikes? IRGC shows proof of hit on MQ-9 drone. hindustantimes.com Iran's Revolutionary Guard has released video it says shows an MQ‚Äë9 Reaper being shot down near Bandar Abbas, just as reports emerge of another lost U.S. F‚Äë35 over Iran. As Trump pushes on with a war he insists he's winning, Tehran is plastering alleged drone kills across state media to portray U.S. strikes as failures and warn it will hit back hard against any new "ceasefire violations."
(2026-05-27). Is it the "victory" narrative that no one believes, or the Battle of Hormuz? unitedworldint.com Asymmetric warfare, flawed intelligence assessments, and attacks that fail to achieve any of their objectives. By Adem Kƒ±lƒ±àß, Political Scientist The war that U.S. President Trump declared "won" in its very first week now presents a very different picture, especially when viewed from the Pentagon's perspective. The reality on the ground has not deterred Iran …
(2026-05-27). Chinese FM calls for advancement of U.S.-Iran talks. ecns.cn UNITED NATIONS, May 26 ⚪ Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Tuesday called for the advancement of negotiations between the United States and Iran.
(2026-05-27). Pan-African Festival in Addis Ababa closes with gratitude to Cuba. radiohc.cu The First Pan-African Festival of Cuban Graduates, which concluded in Addis Ababa on Tuesday, was for its participants a way to express their deep admiration and gratitude to the Caribbean island for training them as professionals. | Dr. Malachy Dottin, coordinator of the Graduates of Cuban Educational Institutions in Grenada, thanked Havana online for its contribution and affirmed that it has become one of Saint George's most respected, beloved, and committed partners in development. | Dottin emphasized that, for decades, Cuba has demonstrated unwavering solidarity with his country and the Caribbean in general t…
(2026-05-27). Tuesday 6/16: Cuba Community Call. indybay.org Zoom | www.codepink.org/cuba616…
(2026-05-27). Cubans, Many in the US for Decades, Deported to Mexico. hrw.org Click to expand Image | A group of deported Cubans gather outside the Juan Graham Hospital in the city of Villahermosa, Mexico, March 2026. | © 2026 Josué Leal | The Trump administration has deported over 4,300 Cubans to Mexico, many of whom are older people with serious health conditions who had been living in the United States for years or even decades. Many are left stranded without access to housing and health care. Those who cannot access protection as refugees are trapped in a permanent state of legal limbo.The United States should guarantee people in removal proceedings individualized review, acces…
(2026-05-27). Friday 5/29: Calling Party for Gaza. indybay.org Zoom | www.codepink.org/cp529…
(2026-05-27). 'No livestock but still hope': Palestinians prepare for Eid al-Adha in Gaza. aljazeera.com Gaza Palestinians will mark a third Eid under war-like conditions, with a shortage of food and joy.
(2026-05-27). Israel claims head of Hamas military wing killed in Gaza strike. aljazeera.com There was no immediate response from the Palestinian group after Israel claimed Mohammed Odeh killed.
(2026-05-27). Nancy Fraser: Gaza as World Event. newleftreview.org The global reverberations of Israel's destruction of Gaza, understood as world event—an epochal turning point which serves to reveal the changing nature of the times. Philosophical reflections on the rise of a new-era McCarthyism in Germany and the US.
(2026-05-27). 1 killed, several wounded in Israeli strike targeting senior Hamas figure in Gaza City. ecns.cn GAZA, May 26 ⚪ A Palestinian woman was killed and several others were wounded Tuesday evening in an Israeli airstrike in Gaza City that Israel said targeted a senior Hamas commander, Palestinian medical sources and Israeli officials said.
(2026-05-27). Pope appeals for Gaza aid after being asked about flotilla activists. aljazeera.com
(2026-05-27). Venezuela's Uncomfortable Reality. orinocotribune.com By Andreína Chávez Alava — May 25, 2026 | For the majority of my adult life as an anti-imperialist journalist who grew up alongside the Bolivarian Revolution in Venezuela, I have tried to live and work by the principle taught by Fidel Castro in 1961: "Everything for the Revolution; nothing against the Revolution." | I am not claiming that I have lived it perfectly. I have had stretches where I contributed to the very problem that I am about to describe. But I have also been on the receiving end of it: a left that polices its own with more energy than it organizes, that values being the first to condemn inst…
(2026-05-27). The ICRC's response to affected populations and infrastructure following the events of January 2026 in Venezuela. icrc.org
(2026-05-27). Messi set for more tests ahead of World Cup but Argentina are optimistic. aljazeera.com Lionel Messi was injured in Inter Miami's MLS game on Sunday, but Argentina are confident he will be fit for World Cup.
(2026-05-27). Non-U.S. extra-regional countries sustain military build-up in Western Pacific: report. ecns.cn Extra-regional countries, other than the United States, continued to expand their military presence in the Western Pacific over the past year, conducting reconnaissance patrols, transiting the Taiwan Strait and carrying out forward deployments, according to a think tank report released Tuesday.
(2026-05-27). Claim: Michigan Tornadoes Linked to Climate ChangeRobert Vislocky, Ph.D. wattsupwiththat.com No historical tornado data was presented and no climate scientists were interviewed.
(2026-05-27). Israeli forces kill Palestinian in Jenin refugee camp. newarab.com 
Israeli forces killed a Palestinian man inside the "A citizen… was killed by Israeli fire in the Jenin camp, and ambulance crews transported his body to Jenin Government Hospital," the
(2026-05-27). Chinese FM calls for rejection of unilateralism bypassing UN Security Council. ecns.cn UNITED NATIONS, May 26 ⚪ Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Tuesday called on the international community to reject all kinds of unilateral actions that circumvent the United NationsSecurity Council.
(2026-05-27). France Acknowledges Need for Slavery Reparations. hrw.org Click to expand Image | "Slave Chain with Four Yokes" from the Dexue voodoo convent in Adounko, Benin, dating from the 19th century at the Memorial ACTe, the Caribbean Centre of Expression and Memory of Slavery and the Slave Trade, in Point-a-Pitre, May 8, 2015. | © 2015 Nicolas Derne/AFP via Getty Images…
(2026-05-27). Binhai New Area turns into a green development hub. ecns.cn Over the past decades, Binhai New Area, a coastal area of Tianjin, has transformed from a patch of saline-alkali wasteland into a modern, eco-friendly district, and is now shaping a new growth model centered on green development, officials said.
(2026-05-27). Taiwan's economy is booming thanks to AI. Not everyone sees the benefits. aljazeera.com Taiwan is experiencing explosive GDP growth due to chip exports, but some Taiwanese feel left out.
(2026-05-27). ICRC President: "We can no longer pretend that what we are witnessing across war zones is in accordance with the law" icrc.org Speech given by Mirjana Spoljaric, President of the International Committee of the Red Cross, at the UN Security Council Open Debate on the Protection of Civilians in Armed Conflict — 20 May 2026, New York…
(2026-05-27). Bullying, Union Democracy & the Fight for Membership Control: Lesson of Vegas IBT631 Fight. indybay.org The struggle for union democracy and membership control is being fought out in the Teamsters union in many locals. One of the fights was the effort to have an bylaw election in Vegas Local 631 and the effort to shutdown a vote on elected shop stewards.
(2026-05-27). Saturday 6/6: Seaside Workshop: Self Care in Chaotic Times. indybay.org Monterey Peace and Justice Center, 1364 Fremont Blvd.Seaside, CA…
(2026-05-27). Global warming is heating rivers, endangering human food supplies. wsws.org Rivers around the world are losing oxygen, which threatens resources on which millions depend.
(2026-05-27). Industrial slaughter in Washington: 1 dead, 9 missing after chemical tank implosion at paper mill. wsws.org At least one worker is dead and nine remain missing after a massive chemical tank ruptured at Nippon Dynawave, a Washington paper mill with a record of safety and environmental violations.
(2026-05-27). Students and workers in Germany demand the release of Ukrainian Trotskyist Bogdan Syrotiuk. wsws.org The campaign for the release of 26-year-old Ukrainian Trotskyist Bogdan Syrotiuk is meeting with a growing response in Germany. Students, workers and youth are expressing their solidarity and demanding his immediate release.
(2026-05-27). Chemical tank disaster averted in Southern California; owner GKN Aerospace is major military contractor cited for safety violations. wsws.org The near-disaster comes as the Trump administration is calling for an unprecedented 50 percent increase in the annual military budget to $1.5 trillion.
(2026-05-27). As New York transit workers prepare to fight MTA austerity, former union president Toussaint defends no-strike affidavit. wsws.org Following the last strike in 2005, Transit Workers Union Local 100 signed an affidavit forswearing the right to ever strike again.
(2026-05-27). Can Iran Force America Out of the Middle East? thinktank.pk The latest warning from Iran's Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, marks more than another round of anti-American rhetoric. His declaration that "no US military bases" should remain in the region reflects a dramatic shift in Middle Eastern geopolitics after months of escalating confrontation between Iran and the United States. The statement also signals Tehran's attempt to …
(2026-05-27). Cargill locks out Colorado beef plant, as struggles of meatpacking workers intensify. wsws.org The lockout followed an overwhelming rejection of the last contract offer by 85 percent.
(2026-05-27). Friday 5/22: Free Virtual Screening of "No Other Land" indybay.org Zoom | us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/yqYCp9w……
(2026-05-27). 'We have to save ourselves': Philly nonprofits are fighting for survival after a key sponsor lost more than $400,000. whyy.org 
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? A group of Philadelphia nonprofit organizations is collectively fundraising to replenish funding lost when the Twenty-four small organizations that had contracted their financial management to FNC collectively lost $426,081, according to a report by Social Impact Services. | "A few organizations had to close their doors. People have lost their jobs. Thou…
(2026-05-27). HUD attacks disabled persons with pets in subsidized housing. indybay.org HUD Secretary Scott Turner attacks those with disabilities in HUD's subsidized housing projects who have service animals and emotional support animals.
(2026-05-27). Reclamation announces increases in water deliveries, imperiling Sacramento River salmon. indybay.org The State Water Resources Control Board has sent a letter to the Bureau of Reclamation, pointing out that Reclamation plans to take more water out of Lake Shasta, leaving too little cold water to protect winter-run and fall-run Chinoook Salmon on the Sacramento River this year.
(2026-05-27). Ceres records the highest 24-hour rainfall since 1955. sanews.gov.za Ceres records the highest 24-hour rainfall since 1955 | The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has confirmed that exceptionally high rainfall totals have been recorded at the Ceres Automatic Weather Station (AWS), highlighting a notably active start to the winter rainfall season over parts of the south-western interior in the Western Cape. | "Climatologically, May marks the transition into the Western Cape winter rainfall season. However, the magnitude of rainfall observed during May 2026 was significantly above normal," the weather service said on Tuesday. | Rainfall observations extracted on 22 May 2026 indic…
(2026-05-27). Sunday 6/7: LIVE DISCUSSION! With Argentinian Workers Occupying their Shutdown Factory. indybay.org Adobe Books ( 3130 24th St, San Francisco, CA 94110)…
(2026-05-27). Nairobi Regional Delegation Facts & Figures 2025. icrc.org January – December 2025…
(2026-05-27). Nathan Sperber: Beyond Neoliberalism? newleftreview.org Investigating the persistence—or retreat—of capital's great prog ≠rammatic offensive, along its many fronts: ideological struggle, policy prescription, macro-regulation of economic life, class direction. A multi-dimensional analysis of an uneven condition.
(2026-05-27). Report reveals impact of Australian school crisis on principals. wsws.org An Australian Catholic University report on the well-being of school principals points to intolerable conditions.
(2026-05-27). DRC flight suspension and Uganda border curbs isolate Ebola-hit Bunia. aljazeera.com Bunia faces isolation amid Ebola outbreak fears, with airspace closure and Ugandan border curbs adding economic strain.
(2026-05-27). McKenzie congratulates Mamelodi Sundowns on CAF Champions League victory. sanews.gov.za McKenzie congratulates Mamelodi Sundowns on CAF Champions League victory | The Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture, Gayton McKenzie, has extended his heartfelt congratulations to Mamelodi Sundowns on their remarkable achievement in securing the CAF Champions League title. | The Minister described the victory as a testament to the club's dedication, professionalism, and unwavering commitment to excellence. | He added that Mamelodi Sundowns have once again demonstrated why South African football continues to compete at the highest level on the African continent. | "On behalf of the Government of South Africa and a…
(2026-05-27). Marcus Verhagen: The Art of Counter-Remembrance. newleftreview.org In 2017, a fire killed 72 residents of Grenfell Tower in West London, exposing a bleak background of neglect. How can art grapple with such an event? Contrasting modes of aesthetic response explored in the works of Chris Ofili, Steve McQueen and Forensic Architecture.
(2026-05-27). Press Freedom Book Festival Pushes T.M. Scruggs Who Cancelled Chris Hedges At Real News. indybay.org The Bay Area Press Freedom Book Festival is pushing T.M. Scruggs who ordered the cancellation of Chris Hedges show on the Real News Network. He also supported the corporate take-over of Pacifica by the the people who wanted to shutdown WBAI. KPFA management use Chris Hedges to raise money during the fund drive but refuse to put him on the air while they have dozens of hours of replaying Ian Masters and Brian Edwards-Tiekert on the air at KPFA. They are big supporters of the Democratic Party which T.M. Scruggs also supports.
(2026-05-27). Nexteer workers: Vote NO! Prepare to walk out! The fight is ours to win! wsws.org The Nexteer Workers Rank-and-File Committee issued this statement to 1,300 workers at the Saginaw, Michigan plant voting on a third sellout contract pushed by the UAW bureaucracy.
(2026-05-27). In pictures: From prayers to sacrifice, Muslims worldwide mark Eid ul Adha. geo.tv 
Millions of Muslims around the world are observing Eid ul Adha with special prayers, family gatherings, and animal sacrifices.The festival, also known as the "Festival of Sacrifice," commemorates the devotion and obedience of Prophet Ibrahim .From Asia to the Middle East, Europe,…
(2026-05-27). Dying in Diesel protests: Africa slammed by Iran war energy crisis. responsiblestatecraft.org Beginning last week, waves of protesters taking part in nation-wide strikes gathered on the streets of Nairobi to demand the Ministry of Energy and Petroleum reduce its state-controlled fuel price.What initially began as a labor initiative soon grew into violent
(2026-05-27). IEC to launch 2026 electoral programme. sanews.gov.za IEC to launch 2026 electoral programme | The Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC) will today launch the country's electoral programme ahead of the general voter registration weekend scheduled for 20 and 21 June 2026. | The purpose of the event is to unveil the IEC's communication campaign, demonstrate readiness for the upcoming Local Government Elections and raise awareness on key aspects of the electoral process, including operational readiness, important timelines for the elections, and priority electoral information of interest to the public and stakeholders. | Last month, President Cyril Ramaphosa offic…
(2026-05-27). Can bioengineered chewing gum help prevent oral, head and neck cancers? Penn researchers are hopeful. whyy.org 
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Dentist and researcher Dr. Henry Daniell picked up a small, black canister from his office desk and unscrewed the lid. Inside were about two dozen dime-sized white tablets of gum encased in a crunchy outer shell. | A strong smell of mint emanated from the can. | "It has been flavored," Daniell said. "You chew it, it becomes real elastic gum within a minute." | Researchers at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine have developed a bioengineered chewing gum t…
(2026-05-27). Saturday 6/6: Everything Been Told About Communism is Wrong…Capitalism is a Failure… indybay.org 2444 Durant Avenue | Berkeley, Ca 94704…
(2026-05-27). Chinese FM outlines China's position on qualifications for next UN secretary-general. ecns.cn UNITED NATIONS, May 26 ⚪ Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Tuesday outlined Chinas position regarding the qualifications required for the next UN secretary-general."His efforts have been recognized and commended by the international community, "said Wang.
(2026-05-27). Enough is Enough: Catastrophe in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. wsws.org The scramble for these resources has resulted in the decades of civil war, with various groups and armed bands seeking to gain control of territory.
(2026-05-27). Russian tourists gain access to QR code payments in more countries. ecns.cn MOSCOW, May 26 ⚪ The Association of Tour Operators of Russiasaid on Tuesday that Russian tourists can now pay for purchases via QR codes in China, Vietnam, Thailand, Türkiye, Egypt.
(2026-05-27). Mine disaster in China: Another tragedy in the global industrial slaughterhouse. wsws.org The mine explosion is another graphic example of the dangers facing miners and other workers around the world as their lives and health are subordinated to the rapacious corporate drive for profit.
(2026-05-27). Sea of clouds seen at Zhangjiajie scenic area in central China's Hunan after rain. ecns.cn Photo taken on May 25, 2026 shows a magnificent sea of clouds at the Zhangjiajie National Forest Park in Hunan Province. After rain, white clouds swirled around the peaks, creating a flowing landscape painting.
(2026-05-27). Government pays tribute to veteran journalist Baldwin Ndaba. sanews.gov.za Government pays tribute to veteran journalist Baldwin Ndaba | The Government Communication and Information System (GCIS) has extended heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues in the media industry on the passing of respected journalist, Baldwin Ndaba. | "His distinguished career spanned several years across several publications, where he made an outstanding contribution to journalism in South Africa. He will be remembered for his professionalism, commitment to truth, and dedication to telling the stories that shaped public discourse," the GCIS said on Tuesday. | Government also recognised his…
(2026-05-27). Richard Overy: Rethinking The Second World War. newleftreview.org Interviewed by Tom Stevenson, one of Britain's leading historians discusses the development of his understanding of the war as a terminal clash between imperial-colonial systems, built on close analysis of its interrelated military, political and economic dimensions.
(2026-05-27). Political leaders mark Eidul Azha with messages of unity, sacrifice and compassion. tribune.com.pk 
Political and government leaders across Pakistan on Wednesday extended Eidul Azha greetings to the nation and the Muslim Ummah, using the occasion to highlight themes of sacrifice, unity, public service, and support for the underprivileged, while offering prayers for national stability, security, and prosperity. | Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi | K-P CM Sohail Afridi offered Eidul Azha prayers at Bagh Naran, Hayatabad in Peshawar. After the prayers, he offered special supplications for "the country's security, peace, development and prosperity" and prayed for unity and brotherhood within the M…
(2026-05-27). Brazil's Flavio Bolsonaro meets with Trump amid troubled presidential bid. aljazeera.com Son of former President Jair Bolsonaro is fighting to recover from a scandal that has rocked his presidential campaign.
(2026-05-27). Swarthmore College to cover tuition for students from families making less than $200,000 annually. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? "The
(2026-05-27). 9 dead, 11 missing after heavy rain lashes SW China's Chongqing. ecns.cn Nine people were killed and another 11 were unaccounted for as of Monday afternoon after heavy rain, which started on Saturday night, had battered Yongchuan, said local authorities.
(2026-05-27). Summer 2026 National Immigrant Solidarity Network News Alert! indybay.org No ICE, no war: May Day takes aim at Trump's offensive…
(2026-05-27). Government welcomes gains in service delivery. sanews.gov.za Government welcomes gains in service delivery | Government has welcomed the findings of the 2025 General Household Survey (GHS) released by Statistics South Africa, showing that household access to improved water, sanitation and electricity has improved significantly over the past 23 years. | The report reflects continued progress in improving the living conditions of millions of South Africans through sustained investment in basic services, infrastructure, housing, education and social development. | In a statement on Tuesday, the Government Communication and Information System (GCIS) said the survey confirms t…
(2026-05-27). EU firms in China starting to feel less gloomy as Beijing offers stability: report. scmp.com European companies' confidence in the Chinese market is showing signs of rebounding for the first time since 2022, as Beijing is increasingly perceived as a "champion" of stability amid rising global volatility, according to a survey released on Wednesday. | After years of spiralling pessimism, the European Union Chamber of Commerce in China found that "the intensity of the deterioration in confidence in China's business environment has eased" among its members over the past year.
(2026-05-27). EconoScope | China's Huawei 'Tau Scaling Law' signals new phase in the global chip race. ecns.cn When Huawei unveiled its "Tau Scaling Law" on Monday, a new principle aimed at guiding the future development of the semiconductor industry, the announcement signaled a shift in the global chip race: the growing search for a path beyond Moore's Law.
(2026-05-27). Lebanon Joins Mine Ban Treaty. hrw.org Click to expand Image | A team from the Mines Advisory Group (MAG) clearing unexploded cluster munitions on farmland in southern Lebanon, November 10, 2020. | © 2020 John Wreford/SOPA Images/Sipa via AP Photo…
(2026-05-27). Worker killed, dozens of firefighters injured in Staten Island shipyard fire and explosion. wsws.org Xiaoyuan Li, an immigrant worker, was killed and dozens of firefighters injured when fire and explosions tore through the May Ship Repair shipyard in Mariners Harbor, Staten Island.
(2026-05-27). Trump's Crackdown on Legal Immigrants betrays America. juancole.com Tulsa, OK (Special to Informed Comment; Feature) — My dad was a World War II refugee. He and my grandmother came to the US in 1947 with assistance from the International Refugee Organization (IRO), a precursor to today's United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHRC). With the current changes to immigration laws, would they have been able to become US citizens today? | When President Trump returned to office in 2025, he implemented a historic crackdown on legal immigration. His administration set the refugee admission ceiling at 7,500 people for FY 2026, the lowest level in the US refugee resettlement…
(2026-05-27). China steps up flood and earthquake relief with new funding. ecns.cn China's finance and emergency management authorities on Tuesday allocated an additional 160 million yuan ($24 million) in disaster relief funds as severe flooding and a recent earthquake strained emergency response efforts across southern provinces during the annual flood season.
(2026-05-27). Uncovering the Legacy of California Filipino Farmworkers with Dr. Robyn Magalit Rodriquez. indybay.org The history of Filipino farmworker organizing on the West Coast and in California was critical in the formation of the UFW. Dr. Robyn Magalit Rodriquez talks about this history and also the struggle to get this history out in the UC system. She also discusses the role of imperialism and capitalist politics that pits workers against workers and the role of imperialism in creating mass migration to the US.
(2026-05-27). Serbian President Vucic pledges stronger ties with China. ecns.cn Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic said Tuesday at Tsinghua University that he "almost cried" when receiving the Friendship Medal of the People's Republic of China from President Xi Jinping the day before.
(2026-05-27). Packaging company plant explosion in Washington leaves many dead, injured. geo.tv 
(2026-05-27). Sebastian Veg: Three Vistas of Hong Kong. newleftreview.org Sebastian Veg on Ming-Sho Ho, Be Water; Ching Kwan Lee, Forever Hong Kong; Edmund Cheng and Samson Yuen, The Making of Leaderful Mobilization. Studies of Hong Kong's 2019 protests.
(2026-05-27). White House prepares for UFC showdown for Trump's 80th birthday. aljazeera.com Construction is underway on the South Lawn of the White House in preparation for UFC Freedom 250.
(2026-05-27). Serbian president praises China's tech achievements. ecns.cn On Tuesday, the third day of Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic's state visit to China, he spent about five minutes inside a newly released electric vehicle at the showroom of Chinese tech company Xiaomi's auto factory in Beijing.
(2026-05-27). Energy Quango Costs Balloon Amid Miliband Net Zero Push. wattsupwiththat.com A Government spokesman said such quangos were good value for money. "Net Zero is the economic opportunity of the century… We are absolutely focused on ensuring every pound spent of taxpayer money delivers for the public".
(2026-05-27). New CA water coalition releases water plan that rules out the Delta Tunnel. indybay.org The release of the plan takes place at a critical time when California salmon and Delta fish populations have collapsed, due to the export of water south to corporate agribusiness and water agencies.
(2026-05-27). China's listed companies top 5,500 as market capitalization climbs. ecns.cn China's domestic stock market continued to expand in April, with total market capitalization rising 7.9% from the previous month, while manufacturing companies continued to dominate new listings, according to data released on Tuesday by the China Association for Public Companies.
(2026-05-27). Trump-backed Paxton wins Texas primary run-off, ousting veteran senator. scmp.com US President Donald Trump further cemented his grip over the Republican Party on Tuesday as his favoured candidate in a bitter Texas primary run-off, scandal-plagued Ken Paxton, trounced incumbent Senator John Cornyn. | Paxton's resounding victory, quickly called by Fox News and CNN after polls closed, underscored Trump's continued power to make or break Republican political careers – even as lawmakers on Capitol Hill begin to rebel over the Iran war, his White House ballroom project and a…
(2026-05-27). Hong Kong, Macao share nation's space pride, sci-tech dividends. ecns.cn Sunday's successful launch of China's Shenzhou-23 crewed spacecraft marked a historic milestone for the Hong Kong and Macao special administrative regions (SARs), as astronaut Li Jiaying became the first person from the SARs to travel to outer space and the fourth Chinese woman to do so.
(2026-05-27). China to host forum on global governance this autumn: FM. ecns.cn UNITED NATIONS, May 26 ⚪ China will host a forum on global governance in the Xiongan New Area in north Chinas Hebei Province this autumn, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said Tuesday.
(2026-05-27). Canada introduces temporary border measures over Ebola concerns. ecns.cn OTTAWA, May 26 ⚪ The Canadian government on Tuesday announced a series of temporary border measures to reduce the risk of the Ebola virus entering and spreading within Canada.
(2026-05-27). Thomas Meaney: Western Promises. newleftreview.org Thomas Meaney on Fritz Bartel, The Triumph of Broken Promises. The Cold War's end recast as upshot of a contest to enforce capital's discipline, East and West.
(2026-05-27). China's Media War Against France? Inside the Chinese Propaganda. thinktank.pk The latest article published by the Chinese state-linked newspaper Global Times once again raises questions about how Beijing's media ecosystem frames Western democracies, particularly France, for domestic and international audiences. Although the article attempts to present itself as objective geopolitical commentary, a closer fact-check and media analysis reveals several recurring propaganda patterns frequently associated with …
(2026-05-27). China, Indonesia agree to intensify high-level exchanges, deepen multilateral collaboration. ecns.cn UNITED NATIONS, May 26 ⚪ Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with his Indonesian counterpart, Sugiono, on Tuesday, and the two sides agreed to intensify high-level exchanges.The two sides also exchanged views on international and regional issues, including the Middle East situation.
(2026-05-27). Chinese, American students explore 'world supermarket' Yiwu. ecns.cn Participants of the 2026 Southeast University – University of Pennsylvania summer program visited Yiwu International Trade Market, Yiwu railway port, and local enterprises on Tuesday to experience the economic vitality of the "world supermarket."
(2026-05-27). Green friendship between Chinese and American take root in Maowusu sandy area. ecns.cn Standing in the Maowusu sandy area of north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, Yin Yuzhen spoke emotionally into her phone to her old friend thousands of miles away in the United States, Ronald Sakolsky.
(2026-05-27). Packers' Josh Jacobs arrested on domestic abuse charges. aljazeera.com NFL star has been taken into custody on five charges, including felony strangulation, according to Wisconsin police.
(2026-05-27). Gilgeous-Alexander, Thunder outlast Spurs to reach brink of NBA Finals. aljazeera.com Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder are a win away from a return to the finals after Game 5 victory.
(2026-05-27). China launches communications test satellite with Long March-7A rocket. ecns.cn China launched an experimental communications satellite into space using a Long March-7A rocket from the Wenchang space launch center in South China's Hainan Province early Wednesday, according to the China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation (CASC).
(2026-05-27). Saturday 5/23: Bees, Land, & Liberation: Storytime from Palestine. indybay.org Zoom | combcutters.xyz/solidarity…
(2026-05-27). Trump builds massive arena at White House for birthday cage fight. scmp.com It has played host to countless world leaders and moments in history. Now US President Donald Trump has built a huge cage-fighting arena on the White House's South Lawn. | Cranes lifted giant metal arches into place Tuesday for the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) event on Trump's 80th birthday on June 14.
(2026-05-27). Saturday 5/30: ICE Out! No Concentration Camps in Gilroy, Dublin, and the Bay Area! indybay.org Mexican Heritage Plaza, 1700 Alum Rock Ave, San Jose…
(2026-05-27). Friday 5/22: No Azure for Apartheid Nakba Day Teach In. indybay.org Zoom | zoom.us/meeting/register/w5R03KFPQrW3vJ1……
(2026-05-27). Energy Apartheid Denying Africa Tech Future. wattsupwiththat.com The suspension of the Kenyan data center reveals a chasm between the fantasies of the climate industrial complex and the gritty reality of building a modern society. Such a gap engendered by misguided international policy might well be labeled energy apartheid.
(2026-05-27). Trump-backed Paxton topples Senator Cornyn in Texas primary run-off. aljazeera.com Ken Paxton defeats John Cornyn in Texas race, setting up a November election that could decide control of US Senate.
(2026-05-27). Nippon Dynawave plant explosion in Washington leaves many dead, injured. geo.tv
(2026-05-27). Trump's 'Donroe Doctrine' Supercharges Violence in the Americas. theintercept.com 
The Trump administration's aggressive diplomatic and military engagement in the U.S.'s backyard — dubbed the Donroe Doctrine — has led to more violence in the Americas, increased impunity by local security forces, and heightened danger from cartels in the Western Hemisphere, according to a "U.S. pressure on organized crime is accelerating the spread of militarized security approaches in the region," according to Sandra Pe…
(2026-05-27). 'Naturally scared': India's Muslims denied public spaces for Eid prayers. aljazeera.com Asked to pray 'in shifts' and avoid spillage of mosque congregations to streets – Muslims denied visible celebrations.
(2026-05-27). UN chief warns of dangerous erosion of respect for int'l law. ecns.cn UNITED NATIONS, May 26 ⚪ United NationsSecretary-General Antonio Guterres on Tuesday warned of"a dangerous erosion"of respect for international law.
(2026-05-27). Thursday 6/4: Tell Target to Stand Up To ICE! indybay.org Metreon Target: 789 Mission Street. Meet on the sidewalk by the Mission Street entrance.
(2026-05-27). 20 years on, north China's first state-level new area forges ahead with opening-up. ecns.cn Mega container ship the MSC MIA loads steel, chemicals and vehicles at north China's Tianjin Binhai New Area, as it prepares to leave for Angola and Namibia later this week, the latest sign of surging China-Africa trade.
(2026-05-27). Australia: NT laws to permit police interrogation of children without legal guardian. wsws.org These laws are the latest escalation in a bipartisan offensive to essentially criminalise the poverty, chronic housing shortages and lack of secure employment that Australian capitalism has inflicted upon many working people, particularly Indigenous people.
(2026-05-27). Mine blast victims given psychological counseling. ecns.cn Medical workers have rushed to provide mental health support to people affected by a mine accident in northern China's Shanxi province to help them cope with trauma.
(2026-05-27). Saturday 6/6: De-ICE Citizens Bank. indybay.org Strawberry Village | 750 Redwood Highway Frontage Rd, Mill Valley, CA 94941…
(2026-05-27). Chinese FM highlights China's contributions to UN cause. ecns.cn Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Tuesday briefed on his country's contributions to the UN cause at a high-level meeting of the Security Council.
(2026-05-27). Call to enhance global ocean governance. ecns.cn Experts gathered in the coastal city of Xiamen for the China Council for International Cooperation on Environment and Development 2026 Roundtable Meeting have called for broader efforts to enhance global ocean governance through multilateral cooperation.
(2026-05-27). US warplanes fly over Caracas in provocative show of semi-colonial dominance. wsws.org The show of force was aimed squarely at intimidation and demonstrating who is in control. Top generals and warplanes can land and depart as though the country were any military outpost on US soil.
(2026-05-27). Muslims pray at Al-Aqsa Mosque to mark 1st day of Eidul Azha. tribune.com.pk 
The courtyards surrounding Al-Aqsa Mosque in occupied Jerusalem on Wednesday — the first day of the four-day Eidul Azha holiday — were packed with Muslim worshipers performing Eid prayers. | Eidul Azha commemorates the readiness of Prophet Ibrahim ⚪ also known as Abraham to Christians and Jews ⚪ to sacrifice his son on God's command. | Muslims on this day sacrifice animals to remember Prophet Ibrahim's sacrifice, and the meat from those animals is distributed to the poor in the community. | This year's Eidul Azha holiday ⚪ one of the most important holidays in the Muslim calendar ⚪ comes amid con…
(2026-05-27). Loic Wacquant: Against Abolitionism. newleftreview.org A sociological critique of calls for the wholesale elimination of police, courts and prisons, arguing instead for a radical 'penal minimalism'—a better-funded system, with fewer suspects funnelled into it, and imprisonment a punishment of last resort.
(2026-05-27). Group of women and children with alleged ISIL ties returns to Australia. aljazeera.com Australian Federal Police have not made any arrests but say inquiries are ongoing.
(2026-05-27). Degrading Civilians in Armed Conflict Violates Int'l Law. juancole.com The Conversation) — In a Some of the activists, who had been intercepted by Israeli forces on a flotilla…
(2026-05-27). Monday 6/1: No Monarchs Monday: Weekly Protest at Tesla in San Francisco. indybay.org At the Tesla Dealership, 999 Van Ness (corner of Van Ness and O'Farrell), San Francisco…
(2026-05-27). Basic Education Budget prioritises early learning, literacy and school reform. sanews.gov.za Basic Education Budget prioritises early learning, literacy and school reform | Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube has announced a series of reforms aimed at strengthening foundational learning, improving financial accountability and expanding Early Childhood Development (ECD), while warning that growing financial pressures in provincial education departments threaten service delivery in schools. ⚪ Tabling Budget Vote 16 for Basic Education under the theme "Strong Foundations for Strong Futures" on Tuesday, Gwarube said South Africa's education system continues to fail the majority of children before they r…
(2026-05-27). Face the facts: China isn't leaving Latin America anytime soon. responsiblestatecraft.org On May 22, the first train of Bogota's new metro system made its initial trial run on the 15-mile elevated viaduct for Line 1. The line runs all the way from the southwestern part of the Colombian capital to Avenida Caracas, with a total of 16 stations. This marks a milestone in a project set to revolutionize the city's public transport. Long accustomed to some of the worst traffic jams in Latin America, bogotanos can now look forward to shorter and more comfortable commuting times, on thirty electric trains with capacity for 1800 passengers each that will run in a line that is set to be inaugurated in 2028.
(2026-05-27). Measles outbreak in Bangladesh kills over 500 children. wsws.org The death and suffering of children from a preventable disease is a political indictment of policies that have prioritised profits over universal public health.
(2026-05-27). Frequently asked questions: Our work in Mali. icrc.org
(2026-05-27). Upholding international humanitarian law in Colombia. icrc.org
(2026-05-27). Latin America and the Caribbean: When seeking medical care is dangerous. icrc.org
(2026-05-27). Certificates and declarations of absence: A guidance note. icrc.org
(2026-05-27). The humanitarian cost of non-compliance with IHL in Colombia. icrc.org
(2026-05-27). Democratic Republic of the Congo: Kimareki rebuilds a life beyond disability. icrc.org
(2026-05-27). Colombia: Conduct of hostilities and use of explosive hazards. icrc.org
(2026-05-27). Searching for people missing in connection with the 1992-1993 armed conflict continues. icrc.org
(2026-05-27). ICRC report: Failure to respect rules of war deepened humanitarian crisis in Colombia in 2025. icrc.org
(2026-05-27). Egypt: States Convene in Cairo to Reinforce Respect for Rules of War Amid Rising Conflicts. icrc.org
(2026-05-27). Georgia: Remains of eleven people missing in connection with 1992—93 armed conflict handed over to families. icrc.org
(2026-05-27). Treatment of civilians in Colombia during 2025. icrc.org
(2026-05-27). ICRC RED aircraft to operate from Jeddah to strengthen humanitarian access to Sudan. icrc.org
(2026-05-27). Colombia 2025: A humanitarian crisis beyond numbers. icrc.org
(2026-05-27). STREETSIDE: "Books aren't dying!" indybay.org
(2026-05-27). Non-compliance with international humanitarian law deteriorated the humanitarian situation in Colombia in 2025. icrc.org
(2026-05-27). Calls to action to parties to conflicts in Colombia. icrc.org
(2026-05-27). ICRC president calls for sustained international engagement to prevent further military escalation in the Middle East during visit to Iraq. icrc.org
(2026-05-27). Sunday 6/14: Joe Rivano Barros: Mission Local's Growth Across San Francisco. indybay.org
(2026-05-27). NPA to file complaint against Kwaggafontein Magistrate. sanews.gov.za
(2026-05-27). Poland: High level briefing on IHL for the Polish ministries. icrc.org
(2026-05-27). Ethiopia: Beyond survival, a journey defined by possibility. icrc.org
(2026-05-27). Children and adolescents in armed conflicts in Colombia. icrc.org
(2026-05-27). Synergy in Action: IHL and Islamic Law for Humanitarian Outcomes. icrc.org
(2026-05-27). Barcelona: Amazon factura millones y regatea céntimos a quienes trabajan… indybay.org Barcelona: Amazon factura millones y regatea céntimos a quienes trabajan… Basta Ya de agresión explotadora!
(2026-05-27). México Zapatista: Un Tractor en Común… indybay.org México Zapatista: Un Tractor en Común y el Caso del Perico Loco…
(2026-05-27). El incumplimiento del DIH agravó la situación humanitaria en Colombia en 2025. icrc.org
(2026-05-26). Israeli Strikes Kill at Least 12 in Lebanon's Bekaa Valley. news.antiwar.com Following a series of new evacuation orders in southern Lebanon, Israeli forces carried out a flurry of airstrikes against east and southeastern Lebanon, including the Bekaa Valley, killing at least 12 people, including women and children. The largest attack was against the village of Mashghara, and killed 11 people, wounding 15 others, according to the …
(2026-05-26). Israel intensifies attacks in Lebanon as Iran talks stall. newarab.com 
For those just joining us, here are the latest updates: | Israel has launched new ground operations in Lebanon outside of the so-called 'yellow line', the area which Israel currently occupies; strikes have also been launched across Lebanon's south and in the Bekaa, as part of the escalation. | Lebanon's Health Ministry said on Monday that Israeli attacks have killed at least 3,185 people and wounded 9,633 since 2 March. | Iran's lead negotiator, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, has returned from Qatar to Iran following Qatari mediation to push through a deal with the US. | United States forces attacked missile launch si…
(2026-05-26). Headlines for May 26, 2026. democracynow.org U.S. Attacks Southern Iran as Ceasefire Negotiations Continue, Israel Attacks Lebanon's Beqaa Valley, Killing 12 People, Israeli Strikes Kill at Least Five Palestinians at a Refugee Camp in Gaza, Police Officers in Spain Attack Activists from the Global Sumud Flotilla at Bilbao Airport, New Jersey Police Arrest 10 Activists Attempting to Stop Ammunition Shipment to Israel, 300 Detainees at Delaney ICE Jail Launch Hunger Strike to Protest Inhumane Conditions, Federal Judge Dismisses All Criminal Charges Against Kilmar àÅbrego García, USCIS Says Most Green Card Seekers Must Apply from Home Countries, By…
(2026-05-26). Lebanon Ground War Expands North of Litani River as Israel Pushes Beyond 'Yellow Line'. news.antiwar.com Already escalating the conflict with a flurry of airstrikes on Monday, Israeli ground troops have further expanded the ground war in Lebanon today, with a new round of offensives north of the Litani River, as troops move beyond the "Yellow Line" they established at the start of the ceasefire. Officials still aren't being clear exactly …
(2026-05-26). Israeli Troops Turn To Fishing Nets For Protection Against Hezbollah FPV Drones. twz.com 
(2026-05-26). Lebanese delegation to meet Israeli officials in US amid attacks. newarab.com 
A military delegation from Lebanon is heading to Washington on Tuesday for The security meeting comes amid ren…
(2026-05-26). Double standards? Why Israel's nukes get a 'pass' while Iran is scrutinised. asiapacificreport.nz 
ANALYSIS: By Usaid Siddiqui For more than two decades, Iran's nuclear programme has been subject to intense international scrutiny, sanctions and diplomatic negotiations. By contrast, while Israel is widely believed to possess nuclear weapons, an assertion it has consistently refused to deny or confirm, it faces little to almost no international pressure for transparency. Over…
(2026-05-26). US targets Iranian boats near Hormuz amid ongoing ceasefire talks; Trump rules out 'weak deal'. ptcnews.tv PTC Web Desk: Tensions in the Gulf region escalated again on Tuesday after the United States military carried out strikes near the Strait of Hormuz, targeting boats allegedly involved in laying naval mines and a surface-to-air missile site near Iran's Bandar Abbas port.The action came even as diplomatic efforts between Washington and Tehran over a ceasefire and regional de-escalation continue behind closed doors.According to the US Central Command (CENTCOM), the operation was conducted in "self-defence" to protect American naval assets and commercial maritime routes in the region.CENTCOM spokesperson Timothy Haw…
(2026-05-26). White House and Pentagon at odds over minerals loan. ecns.cn The Pentagon is weighing whether to scrap an $80 million conditional loan to rare earths refiner ReElement Technologies, exposing divisions inside the Trump administration as Washington races to reduce U.S. dependence on China for critical minerals, according to media reports.
(2026-05-26). A Russian perspective on US-China relations. unitedworldint.com 
Interview with Tatyana Kosacheva, political scientist, Deputy Head of the Political Projects Department at KG "Polilog" By Edvard Chesnokov, from Moscow / Russia In light of US President Donald Trump's visit to China, we asked Tatyana Kosacheva, political scientist, Deputy Head of the Political Projects Department at KG "Polilog", about US-China relations, multipolarity, and developments …
(2026-05-26). In Beijing, the US and China tiptoed around tech and critical minerals. scmp.com The Xi-Trump summit in Beijing unfolded much more cordially than the tense truce in Busan. In the six months since the leaders met in the South Korean city, America's bargaining position has weakened considerably from developments both domestic and international. From a reluctant respite in tensions, US-China relations have evolved to what may be the beginning of a reconciliation. | The two great powers interact at three levels. At the bottom is trade and investment; we can expect the terms of the…
(2026-05-26). Do US war crimes doom the world to endless war and chaos? nationofchange.org If the American people and the world can find the political will, this U.S. and Israeli defeat by Iran presents us with a chance to move U.S. foreign policy in a more peaceful direction.
(2026-05-26). Oil rises, stocks waver as new US strikes dampen peace deal hopes. tribune.com.pk 
Oil prices rose on Tuesday and stocks dithered as investor optimism over an imminent US-Iran peace deal was tempered by new US strikes in the Middle East. | US forces conducted strikes in southern Iran in what was described as defensive action, as Tehran's top negotiator and its foreign minister were in Doha for talks with Qatar's prime minister on a potential deal with Washington to end the three-month-old war. | Also, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said negotiating a deal with Iran could "take a few days", quashing hopes of an imminent end to the conflict.
(2026-05-26). Speaking Clearly About Our Wars is a Favor to Ourselves. scheerpost.com Fatemeh Keshavarz Informed Comment On April 24, Secretary Hegseth said the war on Iran was "a gift to the world". If you are a member of the general public, you do not know enough details to ask "Which part? Killing the schoolgirls? Hitting Iranian universities? The price of oil, or the US make-belief negotiations to lull …
(2026-05-26). Trump's Iran "Truce" Exposes Deep Cracks in U.S. Strategy. juancole.com The Conversation) — United States President Donald Trump has announced via social media that a peace deal with Iran has been "
(2026-05-26). Trump administration targets Hasan Piker, Medea Benjamin over Cuba trip. wsws.org The McCarthyite probe, first reported by Fox News, targets antiwar activists, journalists and streamers who traveled to Cuba with medical aid.
(2026-05-26). Ministry of the Interior denies fake news about alleged curfew. radiohc.cu The Cuban Ministry of the Interior (MININT) has denied on its Facebook profile the circulation of fake news about an alleged national curfew beginning June 1st. | The institution clarified that it has not issued any Official Note No. 28/2026 related to nighttime restrictions, fines of up to eight thousand Cuban pesos, or extensions until August. | "It's all false: there is no curfew, no fines of up to 8,000 CUP, no nighttime restrictions, and no extension until August," MININT stated in its press release. | The agency explained that the disseminated information mixes fabricated institutions and formats, uses none…
(2026-05-26). Statement from the Regional Office of the Women's International Democratic Federation (WIDF) in the Americas and the Caribbean. radiohc.cu The Regional Office of the Women's International Democratic Federation (WIDF) in the Americas and the Caribbean expresses its strongest rejection and profound indignation at the new accusations and maneuvers promoted by the United States government against Army General Raúl Castro Ruz, historic leader of the Cuban Revolution, a symbol of dignity, resistance, and unwavering commitment to his people.
(2026-05-26). Cuba habló claro en Cumbre de las Américas en Panamá. radiohc.cu Cuba hizo historia hace 11 años en Panamá con su participación en la Séptima Cumbre de las Américas, un evento hemisférico del cual fue sistemáticamente excluída desde su primera edición en 1994 en la ciudad estadounidense de Miami, por presiones y amenazas de Estados Unidos. | La asistencia a la cita del líder de la revolución cubana, General de Ejército Raúl Castro, por aquel entonces presidente, hacía realidad un reclamo de muchos países del área, que consideraban no se podía hablar de una verdadera Cumbre de las Américas si no estaban representadas todas las naciones. | La presencia de Raúl y sus palabras fue…
(2026-05-26). Festival panafricano cierra sus puertas con agradecimiento a Cuba. radiohc.cu El Primer Festival Panafricano de Estudiantes Egresados de Cuba, que culmina hoy es para sus participantes la manera de expresar su profunda admiración y gratitud a la isla caribeña por formarlos como profesionales. | El doctor en Filosofía Malachy Dottin, coordinador de los Graduados de Instituciones Educativas Cubanas de Granada, agradeció vía online a La Habana su aporte y aseguró que se erigió como uno de los socios más respetados, queridos y comprometidos de Saint George en materia de desarrollo. | Dottin destacó que, durante décadas, Cuba demostró una solidaridad inquebrantable con su país y el Caribe en ge…
(2026-05-26). "Designed to Break You" : Gaza Flotilla Activists Faced Violence, Sexual Abuse in Israeli Detention. democracynow.org 
"I could hear screaming the whole time." Our guests Alex Colston and Haitham Arafat spent days in Israeli custody after being abducted from a humanitarian mission sailing to Gaza. They share accounts of violence, abuse and torture at the hands of Israeli soldiers. "The process that they have there in the jail was designed to break you as a human," says Arafat, a Palestinian American activist born in Gaza who has taken part in multiple missions attempting to break Israel's long-standing siege. Over 100 members of his family have been killed in Gaza since October 7, 2023. While incarce…
(2026-05-26). Israeli strikes kill seven in Gaza. tribune.com.pk 
Israeli strikes killed at least seven Palestinians in the Gaza Strip on Tuesday including five in a refugee camp and two in a car, health officials said. | Medics and residents said an Israeli drone fired a missile at people who came out of their homes when an Israeli-backed Palestinian militia tried to storm an area east of Maghazi camp. | As well as at least five fatalities, several people were injured. | The Israeli military, which has been fighting Hamas in the Palestinian territory since October 2023, did not immediately respond to a request for comment on that incident. | Incursions by Israeli-backed arm…
(2026-05-26). Canada takes up flotilla handling with Israel. tribune.com.pk 
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney told Israeli President Isaac Herzog on Monday that the treatment of activists detained by Israel had been "appalling" and described the situation in Gaza as "catastrophic," Carney's office said in a statement. | "The Prime Minister reiterated that the appalling treatment of civilians, including Canadian citizens, aboard the Gaza-bound flotilla was unacceptable, and he called for an independent investigation," the statement said. | Carney, it said, also reaffirmed Canada's opposition to illegal Israeli settlement expansion, settler violence in the West Bank, and violence agai…
(2026-05-26). Gaza flotilla exposes world's selective attention to suffering. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-05-26). Israel antiquities bill aims to seize land in West Bank, Gaza. newarab.com 
The antiquities bill would establish a "Judea, Samaria and Gaza Heritage Authority", enabling the Israeli government to seize land in the occupied territories under the guise of protecting historic sites. | The bill was…
(2026-05-26). On Eid, Gaza's families once did sacrifices, now wait for aid. newarab.com 
(2026-05-26). Delcy's 'Gatekeeper': Sources Say Ex-Trump Official Claver-Carone Holds Keys To Caracas. scheerpost.com Max Blumenthal The Grayzone A mastermind of Trump's hardline Latin American policies, Mauricio Claver-Carone no longer serves in the administration. But according to well-placed sources, he's "picking who can operate" in Venezuela, controlling access to the government, and creating conflicts of interest. Speaking with reporters on May 21, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced …
(2026-05-26). WHYY Newscast for Tuesday, 4:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-05-26). Vote No to the Australian Education Union/Labor sell-out deal! Build independent rank-and-file committees in every school! wsws.org The proposed AEU agreement in the state of Victoria amounts to a further real pay cut, does nothing to address crushing workloads or class sizes and strips educators of the right to strike until 2030.
(2026-05-26). Like the WH ballroom, MAGA Trump is in ruins, stuck in a losing streak after unprecedented domestic, judicial and overseas fiascos. nationofchange.org Either America the once beautiful (now shabby) is done for—or we all have front row seats to the greatest public train wreck since Richard Nixon.
(2026-05-26). Trump, near 80, has third medical exam amid questions on health: 'maybe junk food is good'. scmp.com Donald Trump said an annual medical check-up had gone "perfectly" on Tuesday, as the health of the oldest US president ever to take the oath faces growing scrutiny with the approach of his 80th birthday. | It was Trump's third medical examination since returning to office last year and follows mounting speculation about issues including bruising on his hands and apparent sleepiness during meetings.
(2026-05-26). Zimbabwe Begins Formal Negotiations for Membership to BRICS New Development Bank. infobrics.org The Government has welcomed the decision by the Board of Directors of the New Development Bank (BRICS Bank) to authorise the commencement of formal negotiations on Zimbabwe's membership…
(2026-05-26). Russia tells US to pull its diplomats and citizens from Ukraine capital. scmp.com Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov called US State Secretary Marco Rubio to advise him to evacuate US citizens and diplomats from Kyiv, as the Kremlin plans to continue heavy strikes on the Ukrainian capital, according to a statement published by the Russian Foreign Ministry on Monday. | Lavrov called his US counterpart at the request of President Vladimir Putin to tell him that Russia was launching systematic and consistent strikes against facilities in Kyiv as well as against the relevant…
(2026-05-26). Michael Brenner: Hegemony? scheerpost.com What is hegemony? Is the United States losing it? Michael Brenner for Consortium News HEGEMONY. "Hegemony, Hegemon everywhere — but not a 'definition' in sight." Talk about American foreign policy is fixated on the word — omnipresent in all manner of discourse: academic, journalistic, political. It shares characteristics with other trendy terms that have won favor …
(2026-05-26). Maharashtra 1st Year Engineering Admission 2026-27: Notification Update. ummid.com The Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test (CET) Cell is set to issue soon the schedule and notification of Maharashtra Engineering (B.E. and B.Tech) First Year admission (FE 2026) for the academic year 2026-27.
(2026-05-26). Rage, Rage Against the Dying of the Net Zero Dream. wattsupwiththat.com Human welfare, not abstract emissions targets, must remain the lodestar. History shows that technological progress and energy abundance, not central planning, have lifted billions from poverty and improved environmental outcomes along the way.
(2026-05-26). Huawei unveils 'Tau Scaling Law' to drive next-generation chip innovation. ecns.cn Chinese tech giant Huawei on Monday unveiled a new semiconductor development principle, dubbed the "Tau (τ) Scaling Law," as an alternative to traditional Moore's Law, with the aim of achieving 1.4nm-class performance.
(2026-05-26). Japan caters to US interests in Asia and escalates tensions. infobrics.org Takaichi has a majority in the legislative house and the political capital to advance her agenda.
(2026-05-26). She Faced a Life-Threatening Miscarriage. Under Arkansas' Abortion Ban, Even Calls to the Governor's Office Didn't Help. progressivehub.net KAVITHA SURANA | PROPUBLICA…
(2026-05-26). WHYY Newscast for Tuesday, 11:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-05-26). AI and Cutting-Edge Digital Solutions for Hajj Season. ummid.com The Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA) has upgraded its technical infrastructure at Jeddah, Madinah and Taif International Airports to streamline entry procedures for arriving pilgrims during the 1447 AH Hajj season.
(2026-05-26). The Nexteer workers' revolt and the case for rank-and-file committees throughout the auto parts industry. wsws.org The Nexteer rebellion is the concentrated expression of decades of betrayal by the UAW bureaucracy, breaking to the surface across the entire auto parts sector.
(2026-05-26). 'I need Chevron': The oil company at the center of the California governor's race. grist.org 
When it comes to California's climate future, the most important figure in the state's chaotic governor's race may not be any of the candidates on the debate stage. It may not even be outgoing governor Gavin Newsom, or President Donald Trump. | Instead, it might just be Chevron, the multinational oil company that was founded in the Golden State more than 100 years ago. It is among the largest producers, refiners, and sellers of petroleum products in a state rapidly shifting toward electric vehicles. Depending on which candidate is talking, the company is an example of how Big Oil is strangling consumers or an…
(2026-05-26). WHYY Newscast for Tuesday 9:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-05-26). China, Pakistan oppose unilateral action on Kashmir. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan and China on Tuesday reiterating their opposition to any unilateral actions, reaffirmed the significance of maintaining peace and stability in South Asia, and resolution of all outstanding disputes through dialogue and diplomacy, including Jammu and Kashmir dispute. | According to a joint statement issued simultaneously by Beijing and Islamabad at the conclusion of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's four-day visit to China, both sides expressed their readiness to conduct trans-boundary water resources cooperation. | "The Chinese side reiterated that the Jammu and Kashmir dispute is left over from history…
(2026-05-26). Iran Says US Violated Ceasefire and Vows It Will 'Leave No Act of Aggression Unanswered'. news.antiwar.com The Iranian Foreign Ministry said in a statement on Tuesday that the US committed a "flagrant violation" of the ceasefire between the US and Iran, a statement that came a day after the US military said that it launched strikes against targets in southern Iran. The statement said that the US committed ceasefire violations over …
(2026-05-26). Seven trapped, time running out; Thai heroes make entry as flooded Laos cave rescue turns desperate. hindustantimes.com In Laos, seven villagers are fighting for survival inside a flooded cave, cut off for five days after sudden flash floods blocked their escape. As rain keeps pounding and tunnels stay submerged, veterans of Thailand's 2018 Tham Luang rescue have rushed in, leading more than 100 rescuers racing nature to reach them alive.
(2026-05-26). Malaysia-China Economic Cooperation. unitedworldint.com A Strategic Lever for Green Reindustrialization By Mehmet Enes Be≈üer As Malaysia struggles through an uneven post-pandemic rebound and transition towards a high-income, low-carbon economy, the external economic terms of its engagement are of growing significance. Among them, the rebalancing relationship with China is most significant both because of size but also strategic import. Developing …
(2026-05-26). Gulf nations won't be 'safe haven' for US: Khamenei. tribune.com.pk 
Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei on Tuesday issued a sweeping call for regional realignment, inviting "all Islamic countries to friendship and cooperation" while urging Middle Eastern states to stop hosting foreign military bases, as tensions escalated sharply over renewed American strikes. | In a message posted on his Telegram channel on the eve of Eidul Azha, Khamenei declared that Washington was steadily losing influence across the region and warned that the era of US strategic dominance in the Middle East was drawing to a close. | "The clock cannot be turned back, and the nations and lands…
(2026-05-26). The AI Revolution: Where Capitalism Meets Socialism: The Abundance Paradigm, Part 2. scheerpost.com Ellen Brown Part 1 of this "Abundance Paradigm" series discussed predictions that artificial intelligence and robotics will in the relatively near future produce an economy of extraordinary abundance — one in which most labor is automated. The contention of Elon Musk is that this development will require some form of government-issued "Universal High Income" (UHI) …
(2026-05-26). Chinese Premier Li Qiang meets Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic in Beijing. ecns.cn Chinese Premier Li Qiang meets at the Great Hall of the People with Aleksandar Vucic, who was in China for a state visit, May 25, 2026.
(2026-05-26). Trump Admin Cuts to USAID, WHO, Likely Stalled Response to Ebola, Experts Warn. truthout.org Trump administration cuts to grants disbursed by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) likely resulted in a delayed response to the current Ebola outbreak in parts of central Africa, former federal health officials have said. As of Monday, at least 220 people are suspected to have died from Ebola in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and Uganda. |
(2026-05-26). Iraq's documentation crisis keeps children out of classrooms. newarab.com 
Every morning, Abdullah watches children leave his neighbourhood carrying their school bags, while he stays behind near his home, kicking a small football with younger children until his sisters return from school hours later. | Inside the family's modest home in Mosul, the capital of Nineveh Governorate, the 10-year-old keeps his school bag and stationery untouched, months after his family returned to the city in late 2024, as he waits for the day he can finally sit in a classroom like other children. | His mother, who asked to be identified only as Umm Abdullah, tells The New Arab that her son becomes visibl…
(2026-05-26). Increased Tax Refunds Have Been Eaten Up by Iran War Price Spikes, Experts Say. truthout.org Congressional Republicans had been hoping their political standing would improve this spring when American voters received larger refunds thanks to changes in US tax law made under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. However, The Financial Times reported on Tuesday that much of the projected fiscal stimulus from the larger refunds has already been swallowed up by the rise in gas and energy prices… |
(2026-05-26). White House proposes NDAs for all US federal workers. aljazeera.com Trump administration threatens legal action against employees who leak, aiming to curb information flow to journalists.
(2026-05-26). Black Voters in the South Want Leaders Who Fight but Also Deliver. capitalbnews.org 
Farmer Jeremy Peaches spends his days thinking about food: not only how to grow it and where to send it — but also whether people can afford it. The owner of the Fresh Life Organic Produce Co., he manages 25 acres of vegetables for restaurants, food banks, and residents in the largely Black community of …
(2026-05-24). Boots Riley: 'Theft Is Not Outside of Capitalism, It's What It Was Built On. portside.org Boots Riley: 'Theft Is Not Outside of Capitalism, It's What It Was Built On |
(2026-05-26). Nepal's RSP government shifts Iran war burden onto working people. wsws.org As prices soar, driving thousands into poverty, the Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) government is revealing itself to be just as reactionary as the more established bourgeois parties that it displaced.
(2026-05-26). Waterloo tenants deserve better: Refurbish don't demolish public homes. socialist-alliance.org 
Socialist Alliance stands with Waterloo public housing tenants fighting to protect their homes from NSW Labor's demolition plan.
(2026-05-26). Shanghai hosts event to promote sustainable development in Pacific Rim cities. ecns.cn More than 200 experts, industry leaders, and government and community representatives from 27 countries and regions across five continents gathered in Shanghai for the 9th Annual Association of Pacific Rim Universities (APRU) Sustainable Cities and Landscapes (SCL) Conference from Thursday through Sunday.
(2026-05-24). Media Bits and Bytes — May 26, 2026. portside.org Media Bits and Bytes — May 26, 2026 |
(2026-05-26). Galloping through Chinese history. ecns.cn In the ancient Chinese classic Journey to the West, the Monkey King is appointed bimawen, a title that sounds like "avoiding horse plague" in Chinese and is associated with caring for horses in the heavenly court. Though often treated as comic, the role reflects a genuine ancient belief: keeping monkeys in stables could protect horses from disease.
(2026-05-26). Trump-led push to redraw Congress maps faces setbacks in Southern states. aljazeera.com State lawmakers reject a new map in South Carolina as judges strike down newly drawn US House districts one in Alabama.
(2026-05-26). How Israel and its agents hijacked British democracy. electronicintifada.net New book details how "anti-Semitism" was weaponized against Jeremy Corbyn.
(2026-05-26). Adani US Settlement, But At What Cost? ummid.com When Narendra Modi took charge of India's economy, he loudly promoted the slogan 'Make in India' and portrayed as if he is trying hard to attract companies from around the world to invest in the country, he however ended up with 'Make America Great Again'.
(2026-05-26). Tomgram: Robert Lipsyte, To Understand Where America Is Heading, Read Sports. warisacrime.org This article originally appeared at TomDispatch.com. To receive TomDispatch in your inbox three times a week, click here. Consider it strange. As a boy, I couldn't have been more of a sports fan and the Brooklyn Dodgers were my special baseball team. (I could probably still tell you, position by position, the starting lineup of the …
(2026-05-26). PM ends China visit after high-level meetings, diplomatic anniversary events. tribune.com.pk 
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday concluded his four-day official visit to China and departed for Pakistan after a series of high-level engagements in Beijing, including events marking the 75th anniversary of Pakistan—China diplomatic relations. | Before departing, PM Shehbaz gave an address during a special ceremony attended by senior Chinese leadership, including Vice President Han Zheng, members of the Pakistani delegation, and other dignitaries. The prime minister highlighted the historic depth and resilience of bilateral ties. | He said Pakistan should learn from China's development journey, s…
(2026-05-26). Trump declares himself in perfect health after physical exam. tribune.com.pk 
US President Donald Trump, who turns 80 next month, said "everything checked out perfectly" after having his physical on Tuesday at Walter Reed National Military Medical Centre, following a year of public attention on apparently minor health issues. | Trump offered no details of the physical in a brief Truth Social post saying he had completed his six-monthly exam. | truthsocial.com/@realDonaldTrump/1166418… | Trump frequently casts himself as more energetic and fitter than Joe Biden, his Democratic predecessor, who left office last year at age 82 after facing quest…
(2026-05-26). Pak seeks binding global water safeguards. tribune.com.pk 
Minister for Climate Change and Environmental Coordination Dr Musadik Malik on Tuesday warned that unilateral actions on transboundary water arrangements could weaken international treaty systems and create long-term risks for downstream countries, as he called for stronger global protections for shared water resources. | Delivering Pakistan's national ministerial statement at the 4th High-Level International Conference on the International Decade for Action in Dushanbe, Tajikistan, the minister argued that climate stress and weakening multilateral mechanisms were creating new vulnerabilities for countries dep…
(2026-05-26). Chinese, Serbian presidents hail ironclad friendship, seek wide-ranging cooperation. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping and Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic held talks in Beijing on Monday, hailing the ironclad friendship between the two countries and pledging to boost cooperation ranging from transportation and emerging areas to people-to-people exchanges.
(2026-05-26). Aga Khan wraps up week-long Pakistan visit. tribune.com.pk 
Prince Rahim al-Hussaini Aga Khan V on Tuesday departed Pakistan after completing a week-long visit, during which he met the country's top political leadership and affirmed his commitment to development in the country. | The 50th Imam of Shia Ismaili Community was seen off at the Nur Khan airbase by Minister for Parliamentary Affairs Dr Tariq Fazal Chaudhry. | Chaudhry later posted on X that Prince Rahim's visit would play an "important role in further strengthening cooperation, friendship, and partnership between Pakistan and the Aga Khan Development Network".
(2026-05-26). Inside Long Island University's AI ≤ Center. ummid.com Amid the AI boom, AI ≤ is the new buzz word that has taken internet virtual space by storm, and the reason behind it is New York based Long Island University (LIU).
(2026-05-26). Former Arsenal midfielder Partey named in Ghana squad ahead of World Cup. aljazeera.com Ghana's Thomas Partey, who joined Villareal from Arsenal in 2025, has pleaded not guilty to seven rape charges in UK.
(2026-05-26). Australia-India-Japan-US Quad to build a port, unveil pact on critical minerals. tribune.com.pk 
The foreign ministers of Australia, India, Japan and the United States agreed to jointly build a port in Fiji and signed pacts covering critical minerals and energy security, as they sought to inject fresh energy into their grouping known as the Quad. | The brief meeting between the countries' top diplomats — Australia's Penny Wong, India's S Jaishankar, Japan's Toshimitsu Motegi and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio — was the third such gathering of the Quad since September 2024. | The group unveiled its first joint infrastructure project, a port in Fiji. | Today Quad Foreign Ministers met i…
(2026-05-26). Clock is Ticking On Packaging Reduction (Part 2). mediasanctuary.org With less than 2 weeks to go before the legislature adjourns for the year, lawmakers are still passing budget bills. This means that many critical issues will be discarded due to a lack of time. One of the big question marks is whether Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie will allow the Packaging Reduction and Recycling Infrastructure Act to finally come up to a vote after tabling it in the waning hours of the last two legislative sessions. In part 2 of our coverage of a May 19th press conference, we hear from Assemblymember Chris Burdick, Senator Erik Bottcher, Judith Enck of Beyond Plastics, and Assemblymember Mary…
(2026-05-26). Spain squad doesn't feature a single Real Madrid player. thecanary.co 
For the first time since Spain began competing in the World Cup, 'La Roja' are entering the tournament without a single Real Madrid player. Such an unprecedented development highlights the scale of the transformation currently taking place in Spanish football and the dominance of Barcelona's up-and-coming generation within the national team. Spain's squad for the […] | By
(2026-05-26). UKLFI referred to legal regulator over Israel lobby group's anti-Palestine 'lawfare'. thecanary.co 
Three barristers who are part of the lobby group, UK Lawyers for Israel (UKLFI), have been reported to the Bar Standards Board for participating in a "pattern of legal intimidation". The barristers include crossbench peer, David Pannick KC, and crossbench (originally Labour) peer, Anthony Grabiner KC. The third is Times columnist Stephen Hockman KC. The […] | By
(2026-05-26). Residents of Polluted Areas Say Trump's Rollbacks Are "Getting Really Scary" truthout.org Rita Robles's life is ruled by allergies, the worst effects from which can last for months at a time. She uses rescue inhalers, a nebulizer, and a maintenance inhaler — on top of a slew of other medications. Even then, it's often not enough. "There are times when I'm outside just walking to the driveway and it'll feel like something catches in my throat, and it causes me to go into a choking… |
(2026-05-26). Tourist entry curbed in Ziarat, Harnai. tribune.com.pk 
Authorities in Balochistan have imposed restrictions on tourist and picnic spots in Ziarat and Harnai districts during Eidul Azha amid security concerns as officials warned of legal action against violators. | According to the deputy commissioner of Ziarat, Section 144 is already in force across the district under directives issued by the Balochistan Home and Tribal Affairs Department. | In addition, gatherings and crowds during Eidul Azha have also been prohibited as part of precautionary security measures. An official notification stated that picnic activities and the entry of non-local tourists would remain…
(2026-05-26). Xi urges faster building of closer China-Pakistan community with shared future in new era. ecns.cn China and Pakistan should accelerate the building of a closer China-Pakistan community with a shared future in the new era, and achieve more results in all-weather cooperation between the two countries, Chinese President Xi Jinping said on Monday.
(2026-05-26). Trump's Annual Exams At Walter Reed Seem To Be Happening Every 6 Months. Should We Be Concerned? newsone.com 
Source: Win McNamee / Getty | President Donald Trump paid a visit to Walter Reed National Military Hospital for what he called his "6-month physical," or what he referred to last October as his "sort of semi-annual physical," while the White House called it " Basically, instead of just admitting that…
(2026-05-26). The Duke of Norfolk is set to host a dinner for Reform donors at Arundel Castle. thecanary.co 
On 29 May, Edward Fitzalan-Howard — the Duke of Norfolk — will host Reform UK donors for lunch at Arundel Castle. Because, you know, nothing says 'man of the people' like hobnobbing with the aristocracy in your Duke mate's 11th-century family fort. Of course, Fitzalan-Howard isn't the only member of the UK's aristos who's been […] | By
(2026-05-26). Dar warns UNSC over Middle East tensions. tribune.com.pk 
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar on Tuesday called for restraint and de-escalation in the Middle East, warning the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) that another prolonged conflict would endanger regional peace and further strain the fragile international order. | Dar arrived in New York on Tuesday to participate in a high-level UNSC debate convened under China's presidency. The high-level debate is titled "Maintenance of International Peace and Security: Upholding the Purposes and Principles of the UN Charter and Strengthening the UN-Centered International System". | Addressing an ope…
(2026-05-26). Louvre heist to be turned into film by French director Romain Gavras. scmp.com Last year's brazen robbery of the Louvre — when thieves made off with jewellery worth some US$100 million — is set to become a film, a publisher said on Tuesday. | French director Romain Gavras — whose work includes 2025 Hollywood film Sacrifice starring Anya Taylor-Joy and music videos including most recently a hypnotic schoolboy choreography for GENER8ION — will draw inspiration from the investigative book Main basse sur le Louvre (literally A Grab at the Louvre).
(2026-05-26). Iran changes its base ahead of the 2026 World Cup. thecanary.co 
In a move that reflects the political complexities surrounding the 2026 World Cup, FIFA has approved Iran to move its football team base from the US to Mexico. The decision came after months of escalating political tension between Tehran and Washington, which had raised concerns within Iranian sporting circles regarding the national team's participation in […] | By
(2026-05-26). E se Russia, Cina e USA stessero scrivendo il nostro prossimo futuro? strategic-culture.su Il futuro non aspetta. E mentre i diplomatici occidentali discutono di procedure e principi, qualcuno — molto più a est — sta già gettando le basi per l'ordine di domani. | Segue nostro L'Ordine Mondiale in frantumi | Sta accadendo qualcosa di estremamente importante, di cui non siamo ancora capaci di comprendere le dimensioni. L'incontro a Pechino delle arti politiche di USA, Cina e Russia è un evento singolarissimo, che nas…
(2026-05-26). Reform's Makerfield candidate was a Remainer. thecanary.co 
Robert Kenyon, Reform's candidate in the Makerfield by-election, is reported to have voted to remain in the European Union. This could be something of a problem too because Reform wouldn't exist if not for the campaign to leave the EU. üö® NEW: Reform UK's Makerfield candidate Robert Kenyon said in 2019 that he did not […] | By
(2026-05-26). E-shopping month eyes boosting spending. ecns.cn A month-long live e-commerce shopping gala kicked off on Saturday in the capitals Fengtai district, aiming to invigorate the consumer market by seamlessly integrating online shopping with cultural, tourism and entertainment experiences.
(2026-05-26). Egypt makes move to mine lithium in desert with Spanish help. newarab.com 
On Sunday, Cairo announced it had signed a deal with Spanish company X-Calibur to carry out Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources Karim Badawi said the…
(2026-05-26). Heartland Institute Experts React to President Trump's Social Media Post About UN Retreating from Extremist Climate Models. wattsupwiththat.com President Trump is absolutely right to celebrate the downfall of RCP 8.5. It was never an accurate model of the future.
(2026-05-26). 'Health care, not wealth care': Michigan nurses continue historic strike. peoplesworld.org 
GRAND BLANC, Mich.—Anyone driving down Holly Rd. would be hard-pressed to miss the entrance to the newly acquired Henry Ford Hospital. In the eight months since Labor Day, local nurses have picketed outside with signs that read, "patient care over profits" and "it's health care, not wealth care." This area is no stranger to collective …
(2026-05-26). Iran partially restores internet after months-long shutdown. newarab.com 
Iranian authorities partially The shutdown left Iranians largely cut off from international networks, with only a
(2026-05-26). Trump advances his Arctic strategy. infobrics.org Washington will have many difficulties implementing its plans for the Arctic.
(2026-05-26). The international significance of Erdoƒüan's preemptive coup against the CHP in Türkiye. wsws.org What is unfolding in Türkiye is not a purely national event but a significant manifestation of an international process rooted in the deepening crisis of the capitalist system.
(2026-05-26). Seitlholo notes improvement at Percy Stewart wastewater plant. sanews.gov.za Seitlholo notes improvement at Percy Stewart wastewater plant | Water and Sanitation Deputy Minister Sello Seitlholo has noted visible operational improvement at the Percy Stewart Wastewater Treatment Works in Mogale City, Gauteng, although more work is still required to ensure treated wastewater meets required national standards. | Seitlholo made the remarks during a working visit to Mogale City Local Municipality on Monday, where he met with municipal leaders and inspected wastewater infrastructure affecting the Cradle of Humankind World Heritage Site, due to poor effluent discharged to the Blougatespruit, Blou…
(2026-05-26). Xi holds talks with Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping meets with Aleksandar Vucic at the Great Hall of the People during a state visit to China, May 25, 2026. After the talks, the two heads of state sign more than 20 cooperation documents covering politics, economy and trade, science and technology, education, judicial affairs and culture.
(2026-05-26). U.S. Casualties in Iran War Rise as Military Strikes Begin Again. theintercept.com 
The number of U.S. casualties in the Iran war ticked higher on Tuesday, hours after American military forces conducted what U.S. Central Command called "self-defense strikes" in southern Iran. Official Pentagon statistics put the current casualty toll at 423, an increase of three wounded from the War Department's last official tally issued on Friday. | The increase in casualties came as Iran's supreme leader said the war had exposed the vulnerability of U.S. military bases. | The increase in casualties came as Iranian Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei said in a written statement that the war had exposed the vuln…
(2026-05-26). US picks potential partners for using Cold War-era plutonium as fuel. aljazeera.com Trump gov't plans to make about 20 tonnes of plutonium from dismantled nuclear warheads available to US power firms.
(2026-05-26). Medical check up went 'perfectly' says Trump. tribune.com.pk 
Donald Trump said an annual medical check-up had gone "perfectly" Tuesday, as the health of the oldest US president ever to take the oath faces growing scrutiny with the approach of his 80th birthday. | It was Trump's third medical examination since returning to office last year and follows mounting speculation about issues including bruising on his hands and apparent sleepiness during meetings. | "Everything checked out PERFECTLY," Trump posted on his Truth Social network as he drove back to the White House from the Walter Reed Military Hospital near Washington. | But Trump has long been accused of a lack of…
(2026-05-26). Where Are The Carriers As Of May 26, 2026: Nimitz Arrives In The Caribbean. twz.com 
Here's TWZ's weekly carrier tracker monitoring America's flattop fleet, including deployed Carrier Strike Groups (CSG) and Amphibious Ready Groups (ARG), using publicly available open-source information. Check out last week's map The U.S. blockade of Iranian ports remains in full effect and, despite the shaky ceasefire amid
(2026-05-26). Top 10 Best Rhinoplasty Surgeon in Turkey 2026. thecanary.co 
Turkey is one of the most popular rhinoplasty locations on a global scale. The country hosts hundreds (if not thousands) of international patients every year. The reason why is pretty clear. They offer a combination of world class medical knowledge, operate using the latest technology, and they have a rich history of success in facial […] | By
(2026-05-26). AFGE Blasts Administration's Proposed NDA Rule as Yet Another Attack on Non-Partisan Federal Employees. commondreams.org American Federation of Government Employees National President Everett Kelley issued the following statement in response to a
(2026-05-26). UPSC Exam Calendar 2027 released at upsc.gov.in. ummid.com UPSC Exam Calendar 2027: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released on its official website upsc.gov.in the annual calendar and schedule of the civil services examinations and interviews to be held in 2027.
(2026-05-26). Guardian Reveals Secret Plan by BHP to Backtrack on Climate Action. wattsupwiththat.com Just one problem: It wasn't a secret.
(2026-05-26). Gisèle Pelicot 'deeply shocked' at lenient sentences for teenage rapists. thecanary.co 
Gisèle Pelicot has expressed deep shock at the recent decision to spare three rapists from prison after they victimised two teenage girls and filmed it. In two separate attacks in November 2024 and January 2025, three teenage boys raped two girls only to receive Youth Rehabilitation Orders and curfews. Today, the prime minister announced that […] | By
(2026-05-26). Black Catholics Demanded An Apology For Slavery, Pope Leo XIV Just Gave Them One. newsone.com 
Source: Mondadori Portfolio / Getty | Pope Leo XIV issued a historic apology on May 25, openly acknowledging the Holy See's role in legitimizing slavery and condemning the Church's centuries-long silence on the practice. In the document, the pope described that legacy as a "wound in Christian memory," according to ABC7. | The apology was delivered in Magnifica Humanitas ("Magnificent Humanity"), Pope Leo XIV's first encyclical, which focuses on the ethical dangers posed by artificial intelligence and emerging technologies. Throughout the document, the pope drew a direct connection between the trans-Atlantic sl…
(2026-05-26). Modi Government's Foreign Policy is Going Pakistan Way. ummid.com Narendra Modi government's submission to US might is in a way following the path of Pakistan, which right from the beginning submitted to US and in the process blocked the avenues of development of democracy and development in the country.
(2026-05-26). Maile congratulates Sundowns on CAF win. sanews.gov.za Maile congratulates Sundowns on CAF win | Gauteng MEC for Education, Sport, Arts, Culture and Recreation, Lebogang Maile, has congratulated Mamelodi Sundowns for being crowned the 2026 CAF Champions League winners. | In a statement, the MEC said the crowning of Mamelodi Sundowns as the winners of the CAF Champions League confirms that the team is unparalleled when it comes to continental competitions. | "We are delighted that Masandawana have lifted the elusive trophy again after several attempts since 2016," he said. | This as the Gauteng team lifted the trophy at the weekend. | MEC Maile further emphasised that…
(2026-05-26). Notable Black Folks Who Died In 2026. newsone.com 
UPDATE — Tuesday, May 26, 2026, 1: 21 p.m. EST: We love our Black celebrities. Period. No matter how famous they get or how big the stages become, there's always a different kind of pride that comes with seeing Black folks win. It feels personal, like their success is proof that we can make it too, …
(2026-05-26). Another Way Out: We need a mosaic movement, not fragmented 'leftism'. therealnews.com 
(2026-05-26). The Epic Disaster of Operation Epic Fury. portside.org The Epic Disaster of Operation Epic Fury |
(2026-05-26). Muslim pilgrims pray on Mount Arafat as Hajj reaches peak. newarab.com 
Large numbers of Muslims prayed on Mount Arafat on Tuesday, the climax of the From daybreak, thousands of white-robed worshippers recited Quranic verses on the 70-metre (230 feet) rocky hill near Mecca, where the Prophet Mohammed is believed to have delivered his last sermon. | Volunteers handed out bottles of water, parasols and food packages to the tens of thousands of pilgrims as they made their way toward Mount Arafat. | "It is an indescribable feeling," said Ahmoud Abou Elezz, a 35-year-old Egyptian engineer, as he approached Mount Arafat for the fi…
(2026-05-26). Federal Judges Block Alabama From Using Racially Gerrymandered Congressional Map. truthout.org A three-judge panel on Tuesday morning blocked Alabama from using a 2023 congressional map the panel ruled racially discriminatory and ordered the state to use a remedial map aimed at giving Black Alabamians a chance to elect their preferred leaders. The order comes almost a month after the U.S. Supreme Court substantially weakened Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act in a case known as… |
(2026-05-26). This Week in People's History, May 27-Jun 2, 2026. portside.org This Week in People's History, May 27-Jun 2, 2026 |
(2026-05-26). Vatican Urges Strict Regulation of Artificial Intelligence in War. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Pope Leo XIV presents his first Encyclical Letter "Magnifica humanitas" at the Synod Hall in the Vatican, May 25, 2026. | © 2026 Alessia Giuliani – Catholic Press via Vatican Pool/Getty Images…
(2026-05-26). The more powerful you are, the more unaccountable in media. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-05-26). DTE Maharashtra Polytechnic 2026 Admission Begins: Steps to Apply. ummid.com The DTE Maharashtra has started online registration for the students seeking admission in Post SSC Diploma Courses in Engineering, Technology, also known as Polytechnic Diploma, for the year 2026-27 through its official website dte.maharashtra.gov.in.
(2026-05-26). How China and Russia Are Building a Shared Ecological Future. infobrics.org As climate change and habitat fragmentation threaten biodiversity worldwide, the growing China-Russia ecological partnership offers a blueprint for how neighboring countries can protect shared wildlife corridors and preserve long-term environmental security…
(2026-05-26). Saudi Arabia turns to drones to shield pilgrims from extreme heat. tribune.com.pk 
With temperatures hitting 45 degrees Celsius in Makkah this week, Saudi health workers have increasingly relied on drones to supply a vast array of medical clinics treating heat-stressed pilgrims during Haj. | The rituals at Haj have been a constant for centuries. | But technology is rapidly changing the experience for pilgrims and officials alike — with AI, UAVs and mobile apps providing crucial services, logistical support and helping manage the mammoth crowds. | Rather than relying on congested roads filled with over 1.5 million pilgrims, drones in particular have proven to be a technological remedy f…
(2026-05-26). In pictures: Pilgrims pray on Mount Arafat as Hajj reaches peak. geo.tv 
(2026-05-26). Cost To Link LUCAS Kamikaze Drones To Starlink Highlights Pentagon's Ever-Growing Dependence On SpaceX. twz.com 
The Pentagon has pushed back on reports of a massive upcharge in fees, but SpaceX's products have become largely essential to U.S. operations.
(2026-05-26). Have guts, demolish illegal houses of rich: Congress on Bandra demolition drive. ummid.com Slamming the demolition drive in Garib Nagar, Bandra in Mumbai, the Congress Party Tuesday May 19, 2026 dared the government to pull down the illegal homes of rich.
(2026-05-26). Watch Tonight: Moon in Rare Conjunction with Jupiter and Venus. ummid.com Skywatchers, if you missed watching the Crescent Moon aligning with Venus and Jupiter last night, tonight is another chance for you to catch this rare triple conjunction.
(2026-05-26). NATO faces strain from planned US cuts. tribune.com.pk 
The US intends to significantly reduce military contributions available to assist European allies in a crisis, including fighter jets, warships and mid-air refuelling aircraft, German news outlet Spiegel reported on Tuesday. | The NATO alliance is under unprecedented strain, with some European countries concerned that Washington may withdraw outright. | US President Donald Trump has slammed European allies for not spending enough on their militaries and pledged to withdraw thousands of troops from Germany. His ambition to take control of Greenland, a Danish overseas territory, has further inflamed transatlanti…
(2026-05-26). Xi awards Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic China's friendship medal. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping awarded Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic the Friendship Medal of the People's Republic of China in Beijing on Monday.
(2026-05-26). Rape, Assault, and Abuse Are Signature Israeli Government Values Toward Palestinians and Internationals. progressivehub.net COLONEL (RET) ANN WRIGHT | WORLD BEYOND WAR…
(2026-05-26). 'Extremely violent': 2 students among 4 dead in Belgium after train hits school bus. scmp.com A crash between a bus and a train travelling at high speed in northern Belgium killed four people, including two children aged 12 and 15, and injured five other children, officials said on Tuesday. | The injured children were hospitalised in serious condition, said Lisa De Wilde, spokeswoman for the East Flanders public prosecutor's office. The collision happened at a level crossing during the morning rush hour near the town of Buggenhout, about 30km (20 miles) northwest of the capital,…
(2026-05-26). Bolivia: 4 Weeks of Protests Demanding Resignation of President. orinocotribune.com Bolivia entered its fourth week of protests demanding the resignation of right-wing president Rodrigo Paz. On Monday, masses of disgruntled Bolivians filled the Paseo del Prado in downtown La Paz. | Columns of farmers from the southern La Paz region, residents of the city of El Alto, mine workers, neighborhood associations, and representatives of various unions expressed their condemnation of the government and its privatization plans. Alongside the main demonstration, a group of protesters was repressed by police when attempting to enter Plaza Murillo. | The demonstrations marked the fourth week of mobilizations…
(2026-05-26). La Groenlandia non si compra: si quota. strategic-culture.su Parigi firma accordi di cooperazione geologica, Washington piazza una SPAC australiana sul giacimento più grande dell'Artico. Due strategie per la stessa isola: la scienza contro il Nasdaq, le lettere d'intenti contro le azioni. | Segue nostro La Groenlandia si trova al centro di una partita che non riguarda la sovranità territoriale, come il clamore sull'annessione trumpiana lascerebbe credere, ma il controllo delle risorse minerarie ch…