(2026-01-12). Head of Khan Younis police investigation department assassinated>. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – The Ministry of Interior and National Security in the Gaza Strip announced this morning, Monday, the death of Lieutenant Colonel Mahmoud Al-Astal, the head of the Khan Younis police investigations department, after he was shot.The ministry said in a press statement that "security forces are investigating the shooting incident that targeted the head of the Khan Younis police investigations department a short while ago in the Al-Mawasi area, which resulted in his death."The Gaza Strip has witnessed similar crimes and assassinations in recent months, carried out by gangs and militias loyal to the occupati…
(2026-01-12). Thursday 1/15: Power Half Hour for Gaza. indybay.org Zoom | http: //jvp.org/gazaph…
(2026-01-12). Six Reasons Why Netanyahu is Prolonging Gaza, ME Conflicts. ummid.com The war on Gaza is not merely a military campaign, it is the linchpin holding together Benjamin Netanyahu's political survival, ideological project, and regional ambitions — one he appears determined to keep firmly in place.
(2026-01-12). Sunday 2/22: Virtual screening of film: "Tala – A Palm Tree from Gaza" indybay.org Online | www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/exiled-not……
(2026-01-12). Gaza to Bondi: How appeasement shaped Albanese's response to antisemitism. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-01-12). Gaza: "Palestinians are wondering how they will get through the winter" icrc.org
(2026-01-12). How American Israel-First Sayanim Enabled and Protected Epstein. counterpunch.org 
In an article last week, I argued that Jeffrey Epstein was not a lone rogue predator. This week, I turn to the more troubling question: how did Epstein, a man with no credible résumé, no transparent wealth, or a conventional career path, manage such an unconventional ascent into America's halls of power? Epstein's rise was
(2026-01-12). Cuban Chapter of the Network in Defense of Humanity vs. Fascism. radiohc.cu The Cuban chapter of the Network in Defense of Humanity released a message to the world this Sunday entitled "Imperialism and Fascism Cannot Be Given the Slightest Space." | Due to its importance, we reproduce it in its entirety: | "President Donald Trump has launched a new threat against Cuba. These are not the ravings of 'a madman.' There is sufficient evidence accumulated in recent weeks demonstrating that, to conceal his country's internal crisis, the Epstein scandal, the ICE killings, the irreversible advent of a multipolar world, and the loss of credibility of the United States on the international stage, t…
(2026-01-12). Chronicle of a Foretold Coup: The Attack on Venezuela and the Narco-Terrorism Fairy Tale. counterpunch.org 
Current developments in Venezuela may appear to be unfathomable—until one recalls the long history of imperialist interference in Latin America and the Caribbean. The events of the first week of January constitute an escalation of a long-standing campaign to overthrow the Bolivarian Revolution and resume control on the country with the largest known oil reserves
(2026-01-12). Venezuela and the Long Shadow of the Monroe Doctrine. juancole.com Critical historians like William Appleman Williams played a key role in highlighting the US's imperial record in Latin America. Now Donald Trump has cut out the middleman, bluntly stating the US's imperialist agenda. | (
(2026-01-12). Tuesday 1/13: Trump Fascism Seizes Venezuelan President,Says Going to Run Country & Threatens World. indybay.org Revolution Books | 2444 Durant Avenue | Berkeley, CA…
(2026-01-12). Sri Lankan government cynically evades US criminal assault on Venezuela. wsws.org Opposing imperialist war and defending the oppressed is the task of the working class, guided by a Marxist—that is Trotskyist—perspective that rejects nationalism, unmasks the UN, and fights for world socialism.
(2026-01-12). 'No More Blood for Oil': Global Labor Movement Opposes Trump's Attacks on Venezuela. portside.org 'No More Blood for Oil': Global Labor Movement Opposes Trump's Attacks on Venezuela |
(2026-01-12). Veterans for Peace: Stop the War on Venezuela! Defend Venezuela's Sovereignty and Right To Resist! wibailoutpeople.org 
Stop the War on Venezuela! Defend Venezuela's Sovereignty and Right To Resist! Statement on Venezuela from Veterans for Peace (VFP)We condemn the U.S. violent attacks on the rights of Venezuelans, and violations of Venezuela's sovereignty. Read our statement signed with 147 anti-imperialist organizationsCall your legislators! Here is a script for you to use: "Hi, my name is …
(2026-01-12). Wisconsin: Stand for Peace! Stop ICE! U.S. Out of Venezuela! Free Palestine! (City Listings January 11-18, 2026). wibailoutpeople.org 
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(2026-01-12). New Zealand government refuses to condemn Trump's Venezuela intervention. wsws.org Amid a growing crisis for governments globally, there is palpable nervousness within the New Zealand ruling elite about widespread anti-war sentiment in the population.
(2026-01-12). A surreal start of 2026: When one president seizes another, next target — Greenland>. ecns.cn At the very start of 2026, a president was seized by another president. Can anyone imagine such a surreal opening to the new year? The U.S. military launched a series of attacks against Venezuela on Jan. 3, seizing Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife. Maduro made his first appearance Monday morning at a New York courthouse.
(2026-01-12). Trump Now Threatens Cuba, Venezuela Responds. orinocotribune.com In a new threat against a sovereign state, US President Donald Trump In his statement, he affirmed: "Cuba lived, for many years, on large amounts of oil and money from Venezuela. In return, Cuba provided 'security services' for the last two Venezuelan dictators, but not anymore!" | The US ruler added that "most of t…
(2026-01-12). 'Uninvestable': Oil Execs Rebuff Trump's Demands for $100Bn Investment in Venezuela. scheerpost.com Oil tanker crossing the bridge over Lake Maracaibo. Wilfredor, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons | In one of the scariest moments in modern history, we're doing our best at ScheerPost to pierce the fog of lies that conceal it but we need some help to pay our writers and staff. Please consider a By At a meeting at the White House on 9 January, the CEOs of major U…
(2026-01-12). Heavy Oil and Venezuela's Shifting Role. moderndiplomacy.eu Venezuela's place in global energy history is far more substantial than today's production figures suggest. During the Second World War, the country was nothing less than the fuel backbone of the Allied effort. Crude shipped to the refineries of Aruba and Curaàßao powered British naval convoys, American aircraft, and the logistics chain that sustained the …
(2026-01-12). War porn beats out Venezuela peace messages in DC Metro. responsiblestatecraft.org Washington DC's public transit system, the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA), is
(2026-01-12). Bolivarian Government of Venezuela reaffirms historical stance on relations with Cuba. radiohc.cu The Government of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela reaffirmed this Sunday its historical stance within the framework of relations with the Republic of Cuba, as two nations whose ties have developed under the principles of international law, solidarity, and cooperation. | In a statement released by Foreign Minister Yván Gil on his Telegram channel, Caracas indicates that this position is in accordance with the Charter of the United Nations and international law, the free exercise of self-determination, and national sovereignty. | "The relationship between the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela with the Caribbean…
(2026-01-12). Border Patrol agent shoots two people in Portland amid rising protests. wsws.org Federal immigration agents shot two Venezuelan nationals outside a Portland clinic as national protests erupt over the Minneapolis killing of Renee Nicole Good.
(2026-01-12). Donald Trump now brands himself 'acting president of Venezuela' in controversial Truth Social Post. ptcnews.tv PTC Web Desk: In a move that has stirred global attention, US President Donald Trump posted an image on his Truth Social account depicting himself as the "Acting President of Venezuela" with an "Incumbent January 2026" label, a title that has no official recognition and is not reflected in formal Venezuelan records.The graphic, styled like a Wikipedia entry, also lists Trump's role as the 45th and 47th President of the United States, noting he took office in January 2025. Trump's post comes amid intense geopolitical developments following a recent US military operation in Venezuela.Earlier this month, the United…
(2026-01-12). Venezuela Solidarity Campaign Takes London. indybay.org Venezuela Solidarity Campaign Rallied in London…
(2026-01-12). The Imperial Crosshairs Move To Cuba, And Other Notes. caitlinjohnstone.com.au ‚ùñ | Trump is The president said on Truth Social that "Venezuela now has the United States of America, the most powerful military in the World (by far!), to protect them, and pro…
(2026-01-12). US attack on Venezuela exposes Japan's remilitarization agenda. wsws.org Tokyo regularly justifies its program of rearmament by claiming it is working with the US to uphold the so-called "rule of law" internationally. Washington's actions in recent weeks thoroughly discredit these claims.
(2026-01-12). Venezuela Responds to US Travel Advisory (+President Maduro's Message). orinocotribune.com On Saturday night, Venezuelan Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a statement after the @TravelGov account on X, which is administered by the US State Department's Bureau of Consular Affairs, called on US citizens in Venezuela to leave the country immediately, and to be wary of "colectivos," which, according to the US, "setting up roadblocks and searching vehicles for evidence of U.S. citizenship or support for the United States." | The statement released by the Venezuelan Foreign Ministry on January 1o reads as follows: | The Ministry of Popular Power for Foreign Affairs of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela no…
(2026-01-12). Trump's Fake Wikipedia Edit Calls Him Venezuela's Leader — World Reacts. thinktank.pk The article, published on January 12, 2026, by Global Times (a Chinese state-affiliated outlet), reports on a Truth Social post by U.S. President Donald Trump claiming to be the "Acting President of Venezuela." It contextualizes this amid recent U.S. military actions, an executive order on Venezuelan oil, the swearing-in of Delcy Rodríguez as Venezuela's acting …
(2026-01-12). Protestors Rally in Pershing Square Against ICE and the Donroe Doctrine. lataco.com A coalition of activist and political groups brought people out to the streets to protest ICE and the Trump administration's attacks on Venezuela. Many also paid tribute to Renee Nicole Good, killed by ICE agent Jonathan Ross in Minneapolis, and Keith Porter, killed by an off-duty ICE agent in Northridge.
(2026-01-12). Protest at Richmond Chevron. indybay.org No Trump-Chevron Theft of Venezuela's Oil…
(2026-01-12). Fortress America and the Oil Ultimatum: Venezuela, Hyper-Imperialism, and the Open Consolidation of the American Pole. orinocotribune.com By Prince Kapone — Jan 8, 2026 | Empire Drops the Mask and Speaks in Orders
| Trump 2.0 is not running an empire that still believes it has to convince anyone of anything. It is running an empire that believes persuasion is a waste of time. The old choreography—summits, joint statements, humanitarian sighs, carefully rehearsed talk about "shared values"—has been shoved aside. What replaces it is blunt speech. Empire no longer negotiates; it announces. It states the outcome first and tells the world to catch up. Venezuela is not being treated as a disagreement, a "failed state," or a moral p…
(2026-01-12). "The Veil…" : Venezuela Acting President Delcy Rodríguez's Full Speech. ummid.com If there is one thing the Venezuelan people and this country are absolutely clear about, it is that we will never again be slaves, that we will never again be colonies of any empire, of any kind, Venezuela Acting President Delcy Rodríguez said in her speech.
(2026-01-12). Sanctions, Strategy and Spin: Venezuela Lobbying Soars Under Trump. scheerpost.com President Donald Trump delivers remarks at a press conference at Mar-a-Lago in Palm Beach, Florida, following Operation Absolute Resolve in Venezuela leading to the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, Saturday, January 3, 2026. (Official White House Photo by Molly Riley) | In one of the scariest moments in modern history, we're doing our best at ScheerPost to pierce the fog of lies that conceal it but we need some help to pay our writers and staff. Please consider a By Emma Su…
(2026-01-12). Today Venezuela, tomorrow Iran: can the Islamic Republic survive a second Trump presidency? |
(2026-01-12). US Out of Venezuela! San Francisco Rally Demands Halt of US Imperialist Attacks and at Home. indybay.org
(2026-01-12). Cuba's leaders just lost an ally in Maduro ‚àí if starved of Venezuelan oil, they may also lose what remains of their public support. |
(2026-01-12). Venezuela: U.S. attack seriously violates international law. fidh.org
(2026-01-12). Venezuela's leader may be gone, but his regime remains — with a new chief in Washington. |
(2026-01-12). Presidenta del Senado subraya defensa de soberanía de México. radiohc.cu La presidenta del Senado, Laura Itzel Castillo, sostuvo hoy que el ente legislativo seguirá trabajando a favor de la soberanía de México y subrayó que la política exterior del país se conduce con una alta responsabilidad. | "Desde el Senado de la República, seguiremos trabajando con energía a favor de la soberanía nacional y en defensa de la patria", afirmó la parlamentaria, en un contexto marcado por el ataque de Estados Unidos a Venezuela y las amenazas a otros países. | A través de un video compartido en su cuenta de la red social X, la legisladora refirió que México "cuenta con un proyecto de nación que reivi…
(2026-01-12). Donald Trump especuló con un supuesto contacto con Cuba. cubadebate.cu Donald Trump especuló con un supuesto contacto con Cuba, después de recibir contundente respuesta de La Habana a sus amenazas de agresión. El jefe de la Casa Blanca comentó que los contactos comenzaron después que las fuerzas de su país invadieron Venezuela el 3 de enero, cuando secuestraron al presidente Nicolás Maduro Moros.
(2026-01-12). Rescatado de campo concentración de Bukele levanta la voz por el presidente Maduro. cubadebate.cu Uno de los 252 venezolanos secuestrados por Donald Trump y enviados ilegalmente al campo de concentración de Nayib Bukele en El Salvador; y rescatados por el Gobierno Bolivariano del presidente Constitucional, Nicolás Maduro Moros, se activó a favor de la liberación del mandatario nacional y su esposa, al denunciar las mentiras que intentan justificar para su secuestro tras los viles ataques militares a Venezuela.
(2026-01-12). La acción militar como nostalgia hegemónica. cubadebate.cu Entre el repliegue hegemónico y la multipolaridad: la intervención de Estados Unidos en Venezuela como punto de inflexión para la región.
(2026-01-12). CNMI leaders warn economic slide could affect US strategic presence in Pacific. asiapacificreport.nz By Mark Rabago, RNZ Pacific Commonwealth of the Northern Marianas correspondent Leaders in the Northern Marianas have warned that a deepening economic crisis in the US territory could begin to undermine civilian systems that support America's long-term strategic presence in the Indo-Pacific. In joint letters sent to US President Donald Trump and Admiral Samuel Paparo,…
(2026-01-12). MHT CET 2026 Registration Starts, Link, Steps to Apply. ummid.com The State Common Entrance Test Cell Maharashtra has started online application and registration of candidates appearing in the MHT CET 2026 (PCM and PCB) through its website 'cetcell.mahacet.org' from today i.e. Wednesday January 07, 2026.
(2026-01-12). 'South Africa is proud of you' – Education Minister hails top 2025 matriculants. sanews.gov.za 'South Africa is proud of you' – Education Minister hails top 2025 matriculants | South Africa's top matriculants should be celebrated not just for their results, but for the determined pursuit of excellence that drove them to the top of the 2025 Matric class. | This according to Minister of Basic Education, Siviwe Gwarube, who addressed the Ministerial Breakfast celebrating the National Senior Certificate (NSC) Class of 2025 top achievers. | Reflecting on a story based in Greek mythology about a man condemned to pushing a boulder up a hill, the Minister likened this toil to the one South Africa's brightest stars…
(2026-01-12). Mother Killed in Fight for Museveni T-Shirts in Soroti County NRM Rally. plusnews.ug 
A 28-year-old mother of four, identified as Rose Ajiko, has died after being trampled during a chaotic scramble for yellow T-shirts bearing President Yoweri Museveni's emblem in Asuroi village, Kamuda Parish, Soroti County. The tragic incident occurred on the evening of Saturday, January 10, 2026, at Aminit Primary School, where Patrick Aeku, the incumbent Member …
(2026-01-12). Bangladesh's political crossroads: An election guide. geo.tv 
Anti-government protestors display Bangladesh's national flag as they storm Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's palace in Dhaka on August 5, 2024. — AFPBangladesh has been in political turmoil since a student-led revolt overthrew former prime minister Sheikh Hasina in August 2024,…
sciencedaily.com (2026-01-12). War has pushed Gaza's children to the brink – "like the living dead"
A new study warns that war in Gaza has pushed children to the edge, leaving many too hungry, weak, or traumatized to learn. Education has nearly collapsed, with years of schooling lost to conflict, hunger, and fear.
(2026-01-12). DU Admission Brochure 2026 Released: Key Points to Note. ummid.com The Delhi University (DU) Vice Chancellor Prof Yogesh Singh has published the DU Admission Brochure 2026 on its official website, explaining the admission process, eligibility criteria, how Common Seat Allocation System – CSAS (UG) 2026 works and other details for undergraduate (UG) students.
(2026-01-12). President Ramaphosa arrives in UAE. sanews.gov.za President Ramaphosa arrives in UAE | President Cyril Ramaphosa has arrived in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) at the invitation of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, to participate in the Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ASDW). | The ADSW 2026, held under the theme, "Nexus of Next: All Systems Go", brings together the global sustainability community to ignite impactful dialogues and bold ideas aimed at fostering cross-sector collaboration and delivering breakthrough solutions to advance sustainable development worldwide. | On Tuesday, 13 January, President Ramaphosa will hold bi…
(2026-01-12). China's daring engineering feat, Malaysia border chaos: 5 weekend reads you missed. scmp.com We have put together stories from our coverage last weekend to help you stay informed about news across Asia and beyond. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. | 1. China turns mega-project failure into defining moment in modern engineering | China has pulled off a daring underground feat, using a multimillion-dollar tunnel boring machine (TBM) to recover its stranded twin beneath the country's largest river.
(2026-01-12). Israelis protest calling for Netanyahu's resignation. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Protesters erupted at Tel Aviv's Habima Square, calling on the government of Benjamin Netanyahu to step down, Haaretz reported on Jan. 10.The Israeli news agency said that two people were injured after right-wing influencer Roi Star pepper-sprayed them as they attempted to escort him out of the protest.Hareetz said that Star joined the crowd and played a megaphone siren, hoping that people would get scared and leave. Moreover, police subsequently arrested the influencer. Police said they arrested another elderly protester who allegedly attacked the right-wing activist.
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(2026-01-12). Trump's legacy: Eroding legal norms. moderndiplomacy.eu "I do not need international law," said Donald Trump, President of the United States of America, a superpower. This is not just mere rhetoric but an outright renunciation of international legal norms that had underpinned…
(2026-01-12). Japan's Takaichi may call early election. ecns.cn Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi may call an early general election, the head of her party's coalition partner said on Sunday, after media reported she was considering a February vote.
(2026-01-12). Stop ICE? Go After Its Corporate Collaborators. portside.org Stop ICE? Go After Its Corporate Collaborators |
(2026-01-12). Israel launches widespread airstrikes across Southern Lebanon. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Israeli jets attacked several areas from the air in southern Lebanon and the western Bekaa Valley. They targeted forests and the edges of several towns, which locals said was the biggest increase in violence in the last few hours. | Field reports say that the strikes happened in or near the town of Mahmoudiya in the south, in the Jbour area in the western Bekaa, on the edges of Jbaa, and in Wadi al-Qatrani in the Jezzine region. Israeli planes were also seen flying low over southern Lebanon and the Bekaa, where drone activity had also stepped up. | Afterward, the Israel Defense Forces said they had att…
(2026-01-12). Trump-Powell conflict over US Fed escalates with threat of criminal indictment. scmp.com The Trump administration has threatened to indict Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell over Congressional testimony he gave last summer about a Fed building project, ‚Äåan action Powell called a "pretext" to gain more influence over the central bank and monetary policy. | The development in the long-simmering effort by President Donald Trump for greater control over the Fed had immediate fallout, ‚with Republican Senator Thom Tillis, a member of the Senate Banking Committee that vets Presidential…
(2026-01-12). Climate change and the obsolescence of moral imagination. onlineopinion.com.au The danger of climate change isn't sudden collapse but smooth continuity. When catastrophe feels normal, responsibility quietly disappears.
(2026-01-12). India's VPN ban in Kashmir 'adds to psychological pressure', say residents. aljazeera.com Government orders a sweeping ban on VPNs for two months in the disputed region, citing 'threats to national security'.
(2026-01-12). This week in history: January 12-18. wsws.org Congo President Kabila assassinated; Strikes rock Spanish monarchy; French inflict heavy defeat on Viet Minh forces; Premiere of Eisenstein's film Battleship Potemkin…
(2026-01-12). Dana workers prepare to fight as thousands of US auto parts workers face contract expirations in 2026. wsws.org Contracts for thousands of US auto parts workers face contract deadlines this year under conditions of layoffs and cost-cutting by all the major component suppliers.
(2026-01-12). Production mistake turns 'weepy horse' toy into viral hit in China. ecns.cn A toy horse with its mouth accidentally stitched upside down has gone viral on Chinese social media, transforming what was once seen as a manufacturing defect into an unexpected bestseller in Yiwu, the trinket capital of the world in China's Zhejiang Province.
(2026-01-12). Saturday 1/24: Introductory Lecture: Palestine and Palestinians Pre October 7th. indybay.org Albany Library – Edith Stone Room. 1247 Marin Ave. Albany…
(2026-01-12). Iran govt declares three days of national mourning for 'martyrs'. geo.tv 
People gather on the streets amid anti-government unrest in Tehran, Iran, in this still image obtained from social media video released on January 8, 2026. — Reuters Rights group reports over 500 deaths during two-week unrest.Internet blackout continues, limiting information flow…
(2026-01-12). Ice dragon boat race aims to bolster Sino-UK bond. ecns.cn The frozen Songhua River in Harbin, Heilongjiang province, came alive with the sound of drums and the rhythmic clanging of ice picks, as nearly 200 members of ice dragon boat teams vigorously struck the icy surface to move forward, drawing enthusiastic cheers from the spectators.
(2026-01-12). CPI points to stabilization of economy. ecns.cn China's consumer inflation accelerated to its fastest pace in nearly three years in December, official data showed on Friday, signaling a stabilizing economy as recent stimulus measures continued to bolster domestic demand.
(2026-01-12). 'There's Nothing Better on TV': Behind the Scenes of Industry, the High-Stakes Finance Drama That Has Everyone Hooked. portside.org 'There's Nothing Better on TV': Behind the Scenes of Industry, the High-Stakes Finance Drama That Has Everyone Hooked |
(2026-01-12). Who is Reza Pahlavi? The exiled prince urging Iranians to 'seize cities'. aljazeera.com The exiled prince calls on Iranians to 'seize city centres' as Tehran accuses him of leading 'terrorist' war.
(2026-01-12). Trump administration dispatches hundreds more federal thugs to Minneapolis. wsws.org The Department of Homeland Security is doubling down on the anti-immigrant campaign that led to the ICE murder of Renee Nicole Good.
(2026-01-12). Why Israelis Are Leaving in Record Numbers. portside.org Why Israelis Are Leaving in Record Numbers |
(2026-01-12). 70th Anniversary of Montgomery Bus Boycott – Bus Ride to Justice. indybay.org On a warm sunny day in Washington DC, after our Black Agriculture Breakfast Forum during Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Week, I met Fred Gray, Sr., Esq. He remains a special determined son from the blood stain soil in the Heart of Dixie, blessed to have called and his response remains cherished wisdom.
(2026-01-12). Improve Party conduct by curbing graft. ecns.cn China's 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-30) is expected to be tied to the country's push toward high-quality development and national rejuvenation.While economic growth and technological breakthroughs are important targets, one of the foremost priorities of the Communist Party of China is ensuring unblemished Party conduct."ÄÄ"ÄÄFor the CPC, good Party conduct is the backbone of governance.
(2026-01-12). JEE Main 2026 Session 1 schedule shortens by one day. ummid.com The National Testing Agency (NTA) has shortened the JEE Main 2026 Session 1 (JEE Main January 2026) schedule by one day, as per the latest notification.
(2026-01-12). Japan urged to mend China ties. ecns.cn The Ministry of Commerce said on Thursday that China's decision is aimed at curbing Tokyo's attempts to remilitarize and pursue nuclear armaments, and the decision is entirely "legitimate, reasonable and lawful".
(2026-01-12). China sets first nationwide rules for government investment funds. ecns.cn Five Chinese government departments have jointly issued nationwide guidelines to standardize government investment funds, marking the first time the central government has systematically defined their allocation and strategic focus.
(2026-01-12). Trump: We Are Going to Be Doing Something With Greenland. news.antiwar.com President Donald Trump threatened that he was willing to take control of Greenland the "hard way." "I'm not talking about money for Greenland yet. I might talk about that. But right now we are going to do something on Greenland, whether they like it or not," the President said Friday. "I would like to make …
(2026-01-12). The fight against the reintroduction of conscription in Germany requires a fight against war and capitalism. wsws.org At a recent online meeting, the IYSSE discussed how the fight against the return of conscription in Germany must be waged as a revolutionary struggle against war and capitalism.
(2026-01-12). Man detained after driving truck through anti-Iran protest in Los Angeles. aljazeera.com Police respond after a truck drives down a street filled with demonstrators marching in support of the Iranian people.
(2026-01-12). Iran's FM says protests became 'bloody' to give Trump intervention excuse. aljazeera.com Iranian media report a calm night as a nationwide internet ban continues and US president announces a possible meeting.
(2026-01-12). Oakland Anti-ICE Protest Targets Federal Building. indybay.org anti-ICE action in the East Bay…
(2026-01-12). Israeli strikes kill one in south Lebanon: health ministry. newarab.com 
The Israeli army carried out several strikes on The strikes came days after the Lebanese military said it
(2026-01-12). Powell says Federal Reserve subpoenaed by Trump Justice Department. ecns.cn Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell revealed Sunday that the central bank had been subpoenaed by the Justice Department, blasting the move as part of President Donald Trump's extraordinary pressure campaign on U.S. monetary policy decisions.
(2026-01-12). Presidential Candidate Profile: Nathan Nandala Seeks To Redefine Uganda's Governance. plusnews.ug 
Accountant, lawyer, economist, and veteran opposition politician James Nathan Nandala Mafabi is one of the most experienced figures in Uganda's multiparty politics, as he steps onto the national stage seeking to challenge President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni's long hold on power. A long-serving Member of Parliament for Budadiri West County in Sironko District, Nandala Mafabi is …
(2026-01-12). Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney to visit China. ecns.cn Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney will pay an official visit to China from January 14 to 17 at the invitation of Chinese Premier Li Qiang, a Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson announced on Monday.
(2026-01-12). Unmanned transport plane makes maiden flight in Shaanxi. ecns.cn The Tianma 1000 unmanned transport plane made its maiden flight from an airport in Shaanxi province, on Jan 11, 2026.The Tianma 1000 unmanned transport plane made its maiden flight from an airport in Shaanxi province on Sunday morning, according to China North Industries Group Corp.
(2026-01-12). IRGC Condemns US Interference in Iran's internal affairs. english.almanar.com.lb The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has condemned the recent acts of terrorism committed during violent riots in Iran and denounced US President Donald Trump's blatant intervention in the Islamic Republic's internal affairs. In a statement issued on Sunday evening, the IRGC emphasized that, like previous acts of sedition by Iran's enemies, the recent seditious …
(2026-01-12). Chinese visitors to South Korea soar, topping Japan. ecns.cn One senior executive of a tourism platform based in South Korea told local media that Chinese tourists are indispensable and called for fostering a welcoming, understanding environment for them.
(2026-01-12). Iran protests live: Unrest 'stoked and fueled' by foreign elements — Tehran. aljazeera.com Iran's Foreign Minister Araghchi says protests 'turned violent and bloody to give an excuse' to US President Trump.
(2026-01-12). Nationwide protests erupt following federal immigration murder of Nicole Good. wsws.org While virtually blacked out in the mainstream press, more than 1,000 protests were held over the weekend in opposition to attacks on immigrants and Trump's attempts to establish a presidential dictatorship.
(2026-01-12). Hainan steps up efforts to attract investment and boost consumption after customs operation launch. ecns.cn South China's Hainan Province is stepping up efforts to attract investment and stimulate consumption following the launch of full customs operations for its free trade port, with early data showing gains in tourism, duty-free sales and business activity.
(2026-01-12). Territorial military exercise strengthens people's preparedness and cohesion. radiohc.cu With the Provincial, Municipal, and Zone Defense Councils, as well as entities and organizations in the province of Sancti Spíritus, the territorial defense exercise of Defense Zones began today in this central region, as part of the objective to strengthen their preparedness and cohesion. | During the exercise, Deivy Pérez Martin, president of the Provincial Defense Council, emphasized the need for maximum organization of each planned task to achieve the best possible preparation of the Production and Defense Brigades (BPD), in order to have a well-trained population capable of halting and defeating any attempt…
(2026-01-12). The New York Times Support for Israel Never Ends. counterpunch.org 
The New York Times' one-sided support for Israel began with Israeli independence in 1948. Last week's front-page piece on Israel and New York mayor Zohran Mamdani indicates it will continue to do so. The article, titled "Israeli Government Accuses Mamdani of Antisemitism Over Canceled Orders," hardly belonged on the front page. Israel's condemnation of Mamdani has been consistent, particularly after he became the favorite in New York City's mayoral election. The Times has been unfairly critical of Mamdani from the start, and it is only beginning to acknowledge that he has ideas and plans that would benefit the ci…
(2026-01-12). 'Iran wants to negotiate': Trump as he warns of action as over 500 protesters killed. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: US President Donald Trump claimed that Iran's leadership, including Supreme Leader Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Hosseini Khamenei, had contacted him to discuss "negotiations" after he issued threats of military action in response to widespread anti-government protests in Iran. | Trump said he was receiving updates "every hour" on the situation inside the country and would soon "make a determination." | "The leaders of Iran called yesterday," Trump told reporters aboard Air Force One on Sunday, adding that "a meeting is being set up… They want to negotiate." | When asked about reports of protester deaths…
(2026-01-12). Iran: Narges Mohammadi, several other human rights defenders arbitrarily arrested in massive crackdown. fidh.org More than 50 people were arrested, including five women human rights defenders, while they were taking part in a memorial ceremony honouring a recently deceased fellow human rights defender. The Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders (the International Federation for Human Rights-FIDH and the World Organisation Against Torture-OMCT) and the League for the Defence of Human Rights in Iran (LDDHI) strongly condemn these new arrests and call on the Iranian authorities to (…) | – |
(2026-01-12). The Iranian protests, imperialist aggression and the fight for workers' power. wsws.org The Iranian working class cannot endure imperialist subjugation nor the economic deprivation and political repression of the Islamic Republic. It must intervene as an independent political force in opposition to imperialism, all the institutions of the Islamic Republic and all factions of the Iranian bourgeoisie.
(2026-01-12). How Vietnam's Five-Year Communist Party Congress Chooses the Country's Next Leaders. moderndiplomacy.eu Vietnam's ruling Communist Party will hold its 14th five-yearly congress from January 19 to 25, a pivotal political event that will determine the country's top leadership and policy direction through 2030. The congress is the highest decision-making forum in Vietnam's single-party system and plays a central role in shaping governance, economic priorities and foreign policy. …
(2026-01-12). Trump Weighs Tough Action as Iran Crackdown Intensifies. moderndiplomacy.eu President Donald Trump said the United States is considering a range of strong responses to Iran's violent crackdown on nationwide protests, including possible military action, while also signalling openness to negotiations with Tehran. The unrest, sparked by rising prices in late December, has evolved into one of the most serious challenges to Iran's clerical leadership …
(2026-01-12). Japan's Remilitarization is a Danger to the World. counterpunch.org 
Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi stunned the world when she declared publicly in the Japanese legislature, that a Taiwan contingency could constitute a "survival threatening situation" that would allow Japanese military intervention in "collective defense". Words matter. Especially when they are words with legal force, uttered in an official capacity. These words are legal terms of art
(2026-01-12). A voice for the unheard in Myanmar: From the Rakhine coast to the frontlines of truth. globalvoices.org 
(2026-01-12). Support for the People's Struggle: A Statement on the Developments in Iran. counterpunch.org 
During the current uprising in Iran, the perspectives of labour activists should have been central. Instead, because they ran against the dominant currents of warmongering and Pahlavi monarchist nostalgia, their voices were marginalised in both Persian-language and international media. As usual, attention was lavished on Iranian figures who openly justify war and are funded by
(2026-01-12). 15,000 New York City nurses poised to strike for safe staffing. wsws.org Nurses at private nonprofit hospitals throughout the city and on Long Island must organize immediately to repel management's attacks and defeat the New York State Nurses Association's dogged attempts to sabotage their strike.
(2026-01-12). India's Beef Debate is Not About Faith. ummid.com India's beef debate is about power, not faith — who eats well, who goes hungry, who trades, who profits, and who is punished.
(2026-01-12). Threat on Greenland irks European allies. ecns.cn Greenland's leaders have rejected Trump's repeated calls for the US to take control of the island, saying that Greenland's future must be decided by its people.Therefore, facing pressure from the US, the EU finds it difficult to take a firm retaliatory stance."ÄÄ"ÄÄ"The US-EU alliance will endure, but the basis of trust has shifted.
(2026-01-12). Saturday 1/17: Fight Back Against Trump March & Rally. indybay.org Winchester Blvd. & Stevens Creek Blvd. | Santa Clara, CA…
(2026-01-12). Germany: Mass factory closures in Hesse require an international, socialist response. wsws.org The current wave of plant closures are not just 'regrettable isolated cases,' but rather an expression of a systematic restructuring by big business in the interests of profit.
(2026-01-12). China plans measures to further unlock demand. ecns.cn China will step up efforts to boost domestic demand through targeted consumption stimulus, expand service-sector spending, and push ahead with retail and distribution reforms in 2026, said the country's top commerce official.
(2026-01-12). Sudan: Call on the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) to release journalist Muammar Ibrahim. fidh.org The undersigned organisations, including FIDH and OMCT within the framework of the Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders, journalists, express serious concern regarding the detention of Sudanese journalist Muammar Ibrahim by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). Mr Ibrahim has been held since 26 October 2025, following his detention in El-Fasher, North Darfur.
According to available information, RSF detained Muammar Ibrahim while he was attempting to leave El-Fasher amid (…) | – |
(2026-01-12). US Fed Chair Powell says he's under investigation, will not bow to Trump. aljazeera.com
(2026-01-12). J-10CE fighter achieved first verified combat success: Chinese authorities. ecns.cn China's export-oriented J-10CE fighter jet achieved its first verified combat success in mid-May 2025, Chinese authorities said, reporting that the aircraft downed multiple opposing planes without losses.
(2026-01-12). Sunday Science: Little Red Dots – Biggest Breakthroughs in Physics 2025. portside.org Sunday Science: Little Red Dots – Biggest Breakthroughs in Physics 2025 |
(2026-01-12). Australia festival faces mass boycott after dropping Palestinian author. aljazeera.com About 100 writers and four board members quit Adelaide Festival after it barred author Randa Abdel-Fattah.
(2026-01-12). Uganda's energy and extractives sector poised for growth in 2026. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | As 2025 closed, Uganda's energy and extractives sector reached a pivotal moment, driven by accelerated infrastructure delivery, regulatory reform, and a strategic push to convert natural resource potential into economic growth. The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development framed the year not as a series of isolated projects, but as the convergence …
(2026-01-12). Host Morocco advances to AFCON 2025 Semi Final. ummid.com Defeating Cameroon, Morocco has advanced to Africa Cup of Nations, commonly abbreviated as AFCON, 2025 Semi-Finals for the first time since 2004.
(2026-01-12). Legitimizing Hip-Hop: the Legacy of James Bernard. counterpunch.org 
James Bernard, one of the co-founders of The Source magazine and a man who helped legitimize hip-hop to the world, has died. This loss hit those of us who truly love the culture of this musical style—one that finds its origins in the Bronx of the 1970s—especially hard. Questlove, the drummer for The Roots and
(2026-01-12). The Enduring Fight for Justice for Victims in War: Our Q/A With an Expert. passblue.com 
Twenty years into his career in transitional justice, human rights and the rule of law, Fernando Travesí-Sanz says the best chance to achieve justice in post-conflict zones is to reject a formula. "When countries face these massive challenges, they all feel very unique," said Travesí-Sanz in an interview with PassBlue, "and it's important to keep …
(2026-01-12). Pole-to-Pole with Donald Trump: An Australian guide to the new flat Earth. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-01-12). UN General Assembly: Principled humanitarian action is under increasing pressure. icrc.org Delivered by Elyse Mosquini, Permanent Observer to the United Nations, at the 60th plenary meeting on strengthening of the coordination of humanitarian and disaster relief assistance of the United Nations, including special economic assistance.
(2026-01-12). No official exempt in anti-graft fight. ecns.cn "Authorities should strengthen supervision over major strategies such as the development of new productive forces and coordinated regional development to ensure policy implementation."
(2026-01-12). India, Bangladesh must rise above populism, hardline pressure. ummid.com Bangladesh and India must rise above populism and hardline pressures to rebuild trust.
(2026-01-12). DR Congo: Surge in Conflict-Related Sexual Violence. hrw.org Click to expand Image | A patient receives a reduced supply of medication for HIV treatment, following the cut of USAID funds for treatment programs in the Democratic Republic of Congo, July 31, 2025. | © 2025 Arlette Bashizi/For The Washington Post via Getty Images | Conflict-related sexual violence in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo has escalated, while support to survivors has significantly dropped.The Rwanda-backed M23 and other armed groups and military forces are using sexual violence as a weapon of war, while survivors experience a climate of impunity that protects those responsible and a heal…
(2026-01-12). Sunday 2/8: ICE Out of Super Bowl Protest. indybay.org 2800 Mission College Blvd, Santa Clara…
(2026-01-12). Celebrities wear pins protesting ICE on Golden Globes red carpet. newarab.com 
Some celebrities donned anti-ICE pins at the Golden Globes on Sunday in tribute to The black-and-white pins displayed slogans like "BE GOOD" and "ICE OUT," introducing a political angle into the awards show after last year's relatively apolitical ceremony. |
(2026-01-12). Will the Islamic Republic of Iran be able to Celebrate its 47th Anniversary? juancole.com Oxford (Special to Informed Comment; Feature) — The 1979 Islamic revolution caused a major earthquake in international geopolitics, when it toppled the strongly pro-US government of the late Mohammad Reza Shah and replaced it with an intensely anti-Western clerical government led by Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini. Are we now witnessing the collapse of the Islamic Republic and the return of a pro-US regime? | Massive demonstrations have continued for over two weeks all over Iran and, by all accounts, they are intensifying. In recent days, they have turned violent with protestors attacking security forces and set…
(2026-01-12). Now, UPESSC Asst Professor Exam 2025 Marred by Paper Leak. ummid.com The menace of PAPER LEAKs continues to create havoc in Uttar Pradesh with the latest one to be affected is the Assistant Professor examination conducted by the Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) in April 2025.
(2026-01-12). China to beef up personal data protection in internet applications. ecns.cn China's cyberspace regulator on Saturday released draft rules regulating the collection and use of personal information by internet applications, seeking public feedback.
(2026-01-12). Some US senators skeptical about military options for Iran. newarab.com 
Some US lawmakers in both major parties on Sunday questioned whether military action against Iran is the best approach for the United States as
(2026-01-12). China beats Australia 1-0 in AFC U23 Asian Cup. ecns.cn China beat Australia 1-0 on Sunday in its second Group D match at the 2026 AFC U23 Asian Cup in Riyadh of Saudi Arabia, securing all three points.
(2026-01-12). South Korea Probes Drone Incident After North Korea Airspace Claim. moderndiplomacy.eu South Korean authorities have launched an investigation into allegations by North Korea that drones violated its airspace, with a particular focus on whether civilians may have been responsible. The Defence Ministry said the probe follows accusations from Pyongyang that unmanned aircraft crossed the border, an incident that risks adding fresh strain to already fragile inter-Korean …
(2026-01-12). Girls Missing School as Heat Worsens Period Poverty. plusnews.ug For millions of girls in Uganda, rising temperatures are reshaping the classroom. Jane Meza Mwanza, a Kenyan journalist, captures the reality starkly: "Imagine failing a class because you couldn't afford to stop bleeding. That is the reality for many schoolgirls across the country. We talk about 'empowering women,' yet we allow a natural biological process to block …
(2026-01-12). India's Kohli becomes second-highest run-scorer in international cricket. aljazeera.com Indian great surpasses Sri Lanka's Sangakkara with 28,068 runs across all formats but trails compatriot Tendulkar.
(2026-01-12). Neo-Liberalism Meets Religious Extremism: Bangladesh's Fragile Future. counterpunch.org 
Following Sheikh Hasina's removal from the position of Prime Minister of Bangladesh, Muhammad Yunus assumed leadership of a non-partisan interim government. His strategy for political survival involved forming alliances with Islamist parties and cultivating strong connections with global neo-liberal forces. A notable early sign of the interim government's inclination to accommodate religious fundamentalist elements was
(2012-01-26). ICC unlikely to move Bangladesh T20 World Cup matches from India. tribune.com.pk 
The International Cricket Council (ICC) is expected to respond this week to a formal request from the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) to shift their T20 World Cup 2026 matches from India to Sri Lanka due to security concerns. | The request came after Bangladesh pace bowler Mustafizur Rahman was released by IPL franchise Kolkata Knight Riders following a recommendation from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), amid concerns over player safety. | Despite the request, sources suggest the ICC is unlikely to approve a move to Sri Lanka because of logistical challenges, with less than four weeks to go be…
(2026-01-12). US Retreat from Global Climate Cooperation Threatens Rights. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Climate activists hold signs during a press conference with House Democrats on COP30 and climate issues outside the US Capitol November 13, 2025. | © 2025 Francis Chung/POLITICO via AP Images…
(2026-01-12). Raging for Renee at Tesla. indybay.org On a day of rage after the fatal shooting of legal observer Renee Good in Minneapolis, the Raging Grannies and The Wolves led a rally in front of the Tesla dealership in Stanford Shopping Center in Palo Alto, CA.
(2026-01-12). Iran says ready for war and dialogue as Trump weighs response to crackdown. geo.tv 
Mourners react next to coffins during a funeral procession for members of security forces and civilians said to be killed in protests on Sunday, in Tehran, Iran, in this screengrab from a video released on January 11, 2026. — ReutersTrump considers range of options, including…
(2026-01-12). Top 2025 matriculants spell out recipe for success. sanews.gov.za Top 2025 matriculants spell out recipe for success | South Africa's top matric achievers for 2025 have spelled out the key attributes required for academic excellence: a strong support system, hard work, focus and determination. | On Monday, 40 of the country's top learners were celebrated as the cream of the crop for the 2025 National Senior Certificate exams — an achievement not to be taken lightly, as they wrote exams with at least 900 000 other candidates. | A learner, who had to lean particularly hard on her support system, is Simesihle Khuzwayo from King Bhekuzulu College in KwaZulu-Natal, who fell il…
(2026-01-12). Sarah Friedland's Familiar Touch: A character study of a woman with dementia. wsws.org Kathleen Chalfant stands out, as she must, considering the theme of the movie. Now 81 years old, she is known for decades of work in film, television and especially theater.
(2026-01-12). UN top court set to open Myanmar Rohingya genocide case. aljazeera.com Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh hope for justice as the ICJ begins its first full genocide case in more than a decade.
(2026-01-12). Musk blasts UK bid to block X over AI tool. ecns.cn After a backlash over the obscene digitalmanipulation feature last week, the response from Musk's xAI, which operates Grok and X, was initially to simply insist that "legacy media lies".
(2026-01-12). With crime decreasing, Australia has far too many citizens in gaol. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-01-12). ICE racists detain five Indigenous Americans in Minneapolis. thecanary.co ICE thugs in Minneapolis have followed their murder of Renee Nicole Good and assaults on peaceful protesters with the arrest of at least five Indigenous American men and the reported questioning of hundreds of others. ICE kidnapping Indigenous Americans The arrests came after Trump lackey DHS boss Kristi Noem transferred 2,000 more ICE agents to […] | By
(2026-01-12). Why Europe Says NO to War in Iran: Diplomacy Over Bombs. thinktank.pk In early 2026, amid escalating protests in Iran triggered by economic collapse and a brutal government crackdown, global powers are grappling with how to respond. The demonstrations, which began on December 28, 2025, over the plummeting value of the Iranian rial, have resulted in over 500 deaths and thousands of arrests, drawing international condemnation. While …
(2026-01-12). Friday 1/16: Virtual Action Hour for Palestine. indybay.org Zoom | afsc.org/events/action-hour-palestine…
(2026-01-12). New giant panda pair makes public debut in Malaysia. ecns.cn Two giant pandas from China named Chenxing and Xiaoyue, made their first public appearance at Zoo Negara in Malaysia Saturday.
(2026-01-12). Al-Hilal Replaces Ronlado's Al-Nassr as No 1 in SPL 25/26 Standings. ummid.com Cristiano Ronaldo-led Al Nassr has been replaced by Al Hilal as No 1 in the Saudi Pro League 2025-26 (SPL 25/26) latest standings released after the latter's convincing victory against Damac Sunday January 04, 2026.
(2026-01-12). AI-driven demand boosts memory stocks: report. ecns.cn Shares of memory and storage companies have broadly risen amid growing AI-related demand, with SanDisk jumping 37.12 percent in a single week as of Friday, according to financial services firm Morningstar Brands.
(2026-01-12). A Call for Accountability in ICE Cold Minneapolis Killing. indybay.org Nationwide protests over the killing of Renee Good in Minneapolis by ICE, saw protests calling for end immigration raids in cities across the country.
(2026-01-12). President Trump is Playing with Fire in Nigeria. moderndiplomacy.eu In July 2025, Genocide Watch reported that Nigeria was continuing to grapple with a "genocidal crisis" in which Islamists and jihadists of the Fulani ethnic group were targeting Christians and moderate Muslims in the Northeast, Northwest, and Middle Belt regions of the country. In August 2025, Intersociety, an African non-governmental organization that documents human rights …
(2026-01-12). Meet Abu Ubaida: Al-Qassam Spokesperson Hudhaifa Samir Abdullah al-Kahlout. ummid.com Abu Ubaida, whose real name is reported to be Hudhaifa Samir Abdullah al-Kahlout (Abu Ibrahim), served for nearly two decades as the spokesperson of al-Qassam Brigades, the military wing of Hamas.
(2026-01-12). Trump says US considering 'very strong options' for Iran. aljazeera.com US president says Washington is closely monitoring protests in Iran and considering possible military intervention.
(2026-01-12). The Two Films Bollywood Must Watch. ummid.com Both films centre Muslim women not as symbols, metaphors or ideological statements, but as protagonists negotiating deeply contemporary realities.
(2026-01-12). Trump nod to Russia Sanctions Bill proposing 500% tariff on India. ummid.com U.S. President Donald Trump has approved the 'Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025' which among other things proposes 500% tariff on India and other countries buying oil from Russia.
(2026-01-12). US withdrawal from Global Organisations demands more than criticism. ummid.com The United States' decision to withdraw from more than sixty international organisations is not an administrative reshuffle, nor a routine assertion of sovereignty, it is a political declaration of abandonment.
(2026-01-12). No More Trade War? EU China Align on Electric Vehicle Price Solutions. thinktank.pk In a significant development for the global automotive industry, the European Union and China are making strides to ease tensions over subsidized electric vehicles (EVs). This move could reshape the EV landscape, fostering innovation while protecting jobs and ensuring balanced trade. As the demand for sustainable transportation surges, understanding this evolving partnership is crucial for …
(2026-01-12). Explained: US, Israeli Support to Protesters in Iran. ummid.com We must understand that many of the economic problems due to which the people are protesting have arisen in the first place due to various unjust policies adopted towards Iran by the USA led by President Trump.
(2026-01-12). Australia moves India to 'highest risk category', tightening student visa checks. geo.tv 
(2026-01-12). Philadelphia law chiefs to ICE: try your shit here and you go to jail. thecanary.co Philadelphia's police chief and district attorney (DA) have issued a defiant message to the Trump regime's 'ICE' thugs in the wake of their murder of Minneapolis mum Renee Good: try anything here and you go to jail. ICE agents WILL be jailed Trump and his mini-me VP JD Vance have claimed that ICE agents have […] | By
(2026-01-12). Gauteng scholar transport operators warned against unroadworthy vehicles. sanews.gov.za Gauteng scholar transport operators warned against unroadworthy vehicles | The Gauteng MEC for Roads and Transport, Kedibone Diale-Tlabela, has warned scholar transport operators that unroadworthy vehicles and those operating without valid permits will be impounded immediately. | This warning comes as the Department of Roads and Transport plans to conduct intensive scholar transport inspections at schools, along transport routes, and during peak travel times next week when schools reopen. | The MEC said the safety of learners travelling to and from school is non-negotiable, and government will not tolerate oper…
(2026-01-12). Outrage as mother of 3 shot dead by US immigration officer in Minneapolis. ummid.com Angry protests erupted in south Minneapolis, Minnesota after a mother of three children was shot dead by a federal officer with the Immigrations and Customs Enforcement (ICE) United States.
(2026-01-12). Cong-BJP, AIMIM-BJP alliances rock 2026 Maharashtra Civic Elections. ummid.com The ongoing elections in Maharashtra for the Municipal bodies have been rocked by, what is being termed, as 'unholy' alliances between arch-rivals Congress and BJP, and Owaisi's AIMIM and BJP.
(2026-01-12). Watch: Venus at Superior Conjunction with Sun Tonight. ummid.com The Planet Venus is at Superior Conjunction with the Sun tonight i.e. Tuesday January 06, 2026.
(2026-01-12). Madhya Pradesh: The System Operating Without Accountability. ummid.com Madhya Pradesh is facing a harsh reality these days. Even the most basic needs of common people are not safe anymore.
(2026-01-12). Homeland Security to send hundreds more officers to Minnesota. newarab.com 
The US Department of Homeland Security is sending "hundreds" more officers to Minnesota, The officers would be deployed to bolster the safety of Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Border Patrol officials already in Minnesota, Noem said on Fox News' "Sunday Morning Futures" program. Some 2,000 federal officer…
(2026-01-12). Renee Good and the Rage that Fuels State Violence. counterpunch.org 
There are many of us who recognize this word, "bitch," and the hot, scorching punch of it in this kind of context. After the shots are fired in the footage of Renee Good's death, a voice can be heard calling her warm, dead body leaking hot blood over children's stuffies, a "____ing bitch."
(2026-01-12). Mamdani withholds criticism of Trump, slanders anti-genocide protesters. wsws.org Mamdani has spent his first 10 days in office reaffirming his pact with Trump, supporting the Democratic Party's hostility to anti-genocide protesters and solidifying his ties with the NYPD.
(2026-01-12). New York Business Community Starting To Wake Up About The Coming Energy Train Wreck. wattsupwiththat.com The Coalition is generally supportive of the continued pursuit of renewable energy generation — but not at the expense of grid reliability and safe, adequate and affordable electric service. The inability to timely develop renewable generation and keep up with forecast demand necessitates keeping all options on the table, including existing fossil-fuel generation.
(2026-01-12). Wildfire erupts in South China's Guangdong. ecns.cn A sudden wildfire broke out in Queshi sub-district of Shantou city, South China's Guangdong province Sunday afternoon, local authorities said."ÄÄ"ÄÄNo casualties have been reported, as local forest fire prevention forces have been immediately mobilized to combat the flames.
(2026-01-12). Iran Great Exiled son of last shah courts backing. haaretz.com Iran's former Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi has lived in exile for nearly 50 years. In 1979, millions of Iranians took to the streets and forced the former Shah, his father, from power. 'People are calling on me to step in and lead this transition,' he said in an interview on Fox News. 'I will be back soon'…
(2026-01-12). Unpacked: Intel Core Ultra Series 3 CPUs built on Intel 18A. ummid.com Tech giant Intel Inc has unpacked Intel Core Ultra Series 3 processors, the first computer platform built on Intel 18A, at CES 2026.
(2026-01-12). NEET UG 2026 Registration: NTA Issues Guidelines. ummid.com The National Testing Agency (NTA) has issued important guidelines for the candidates ahead of the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET UG 2026) online application and registration.
(2026-01-12). The Politics of Premature Adjudication: The Bondi Royal Commission. counterpunch.org 
Royal commissions are often held to confirm the obvious and squeak for modest change. They offer no binding remedies, have no compellable powers against the government of the day, and can, despite claiming to be independent, be susceptible to interest groups. They are also expensive, laborious, often lengthy and serve as a pacifying agent, absorbing pressure and
(2026-01-12). Katra Medical College closure under right wing pressure sets a dangerous precedent. ummid.com The newly established medical college named Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Institute of Medical Excellence (SMVDIME) was closed following the ruckus created by the RSS—BJP communal elements after admission of 42 Muslim students on Merit.
(2026-01-12). The Tunnel Home: A Story of Housing First. portside.org The Tunnel Home: A Story of Housing First |
(2026-01-12). Israel signs security pact with Germany, cites Iran threat. newarab.com 
Israel and Germany signed a security pact Sunday to expand cooperation on counterterrorism and cyber defence, "Iran and its proxies ⚪ Hezbollah, Hamas and the Houthis ⚪ threaten not only Israel but also regional stability and international security," a statement from Netanyahu's office said. | "The declaration signed today anchors deep cooperation with Germany in the fields of cyber security, counterterrorism and a…
(2026-01-12). Sunday 1/18: Palestinian West Bank: Siege and Resilience: Olive Harvest. indybay.org Palo Alto First Presbyterian Church | 1140 Cowper Street | Palo Alto, CA 94301…
(2026-01-12). One Battle After Another, Adolescence dominate Golden Globes. aljazeera.com Timothee Chalamet picks up best actor award for his role in sport comedy-drama Marty Supreme.
(2026-01-12). Hainan posts $170 million in duty-free sales in first seven days of 2026. ecns.cn Hainan's offshore duty-free market posted a strong start to 2026, with sales reaching 1.21 billion yuan (about $170 million) from Jan. 1 to 7, according to data released by Haikou Customs.
(2026-01-12). Wisconsin: Stop Assembly Bill 672! Stop Attacks on Freedom of Speech and Expanded Surveillance! Contact Legislators and Gov. Tony Evers NOW! wibailoutpeople.org 
ALERT DETAILS This coming Wednesday January 14, the Wisconsin Assembly is set to consider AB 672, a bill that would dangerously curtail freedom of speech and increase options for government surveillance of individuals in Wisconsin. The bill has been fast-tracked and will be considered by the Committee on Criminal Justice and Public Safety in an executive …
(2026-01-12). China unveils AI model integrating meteorology and finance. ecns.cn Chinese researchers on Sunday unveiled an artificial intelligence model designed to integrate meteorological factors into financial analysis at the second Financial Meteorology Academic Annual Conference held in Guangzhou, south China's Guangdong Province.
(2026-01-12). Trump warns of "very strong options" amid Iran unrest. aljazeera.com Trump said the US is considering "very strong options," over the deaths of protesters in Iran.
(2026-01-12). Zootopia 2 hype fuels risky interest in venomous blue snake, exposing gaps in China's exotic pet market. ecns.cn The popularity of the animated film Zootopia 2 has triggered online interest in a real-life blue venomous snake that resembles one of the film's characters, prompting renewed warnings about public safety and even deeper problems in China's exotic pet market.
(2026-01-12). Why Greenland matters now; Trump, Arctic security, and U.S Strategic Priorities. moderndiplomacy.eu The recent remarks made by President Donald Trump that the United States should own Greenland to stop the further influence of Russia and China have brought this far-off Arctic island back to the international limelight. Greenland is a sparsely populated territory with a harsh environment that has suddenly become a hotspot in U.S. foreign policy …
(2026-01-12). Wednesday 1/28: Virtual Delegation – Wadi Fouqin. indybay.org Online | www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/virtual-de……
(2026-01-12). Israel launches air strikes against Lebanon. aljazeera.com Video shows Israel carrying out back-to-back strikes on the southern Lebanese village of Kfar Hatta.
(2026-01-12). Landmark Myanmar Rohingya genocide case to open at UN top court. newarab.com 
(2026-01-12). US youths called on to advance ties. ecns.cn She said the hospitality of Chinese people, the vitality of Chinese youths and the profound richness of Chinese culture made the visiting delegation recognize how much young people in China and the US share in common.
(2026-01-12). Paid app 'Dead Yet?' goes viral amid rising fees. ecns.cn A paid app known as "Sileme," or "Dead Yet?", has gone viral in China, with the number of paying users surging 200-fold and continuing to rise, its founder, surnamed Guo, said.
(2026-01-12). Kazakhstan: Physical attacks and judicial harassment of LGBTQIA+ defenders Temirlan Baimash, Ardzh Tursynkhan, and Zhanar Sekerbayeva. fidh.org At the end of November 2025, unidentified individuals and state authorities physically attacked Kazakhstani LGBTQIA+ defenders Temirlan Baimash, Ardzh Tursynkhan, and Zhanar Sekerbayeva. The three defenders were subsequently arbitrarily arrested and subjected to judicial harassment. The Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders (World Organisation Against Torture-OMCT and International Federation for Human Rights-FIDH) condemns the repeated acts of physical and verbal (…) | – |
(2026-01-12). Sunday 2/8: Virtual screening of film: "A Depopulated Camp" indybay.org Online | www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/exiled-not……
(2026-01-12). Safety concerns on children's products with zinc picolinate. sanews.gov.za Safety concerns on children's products with zinc picolinate | The South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA) has called on the public to return products containing zinc picolinate and selenium, amid safety concerns related to children. | Furthermore, health professionals are requested to cease all distribution, selling, and/or dispensing, and remove all selenium and zinc picolinate-containing products intended for use in children from stores, storage facilities and shelves. | According to SAHPRA, zinc picolinate, at any supplemental dose, can cause side effects that include indigestion, diarrhoea…
(2026-01-12). The power of self-reflection for personal growth and happiness. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-01-12). Weekly Climate and Energy News Roundup. wattsupwiththat.com Quote of the Week: "I haye already placed before the Royal Society an account of some experiments which brought to light the remarkable fact that the body of our atmosphere, that is to say the mixture of oxygen and nitrogen of which it is composed, is a comparative vacuum to the calorific rays [Infrared Radiation], its main absorbent constituent being the aqueous vapor [Water Vapor] which it contains. It is very important that the minds of meteorologists should be set at rest on this subject—that they should be able to apply, without misgiving, this newly revealed physical property of aqueous vapor; for it…
(2026-01-12). A Gradual Weakening of the Economy. counterpunch.org 
Unemployment and job growth came in pretty much in line with expectations. The unemployment rate edged down to 4.4 percent, which was a drop of 0.1 percentage points from the November rate. (November's rate was lowered by 0.1 p.p. from the previously reported 4.6 percent, due to new seasonal adjustment factors.) The job growth figure
(2026-01-12). Vietnam Party Chief Lam Seeks Dual Role in Shift Toward China-Style Power Model. moderndiplomacy.eu Vietnam's Communist Party chief To Lam is seeking to combine his top party post with the state presidency, a move that would significantly alter the country's long-standing power-sharing arrangement and bring it closer to China's political model. If approved, Lam would mirror China's system, where President Xi Jinping simultaneously leads both the party and the …
(2026-01-12). Fashion students at Jefferson make clothes for Philly patients with prosthetics, skin sensibilities and other conditions. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Finding clothes that fit was just one of many things that became more difficult for Teto Saunders after his leg was amputated above the knee because of a gunshot wound more than 20 years ago. | His pants and shoes have to fit over his prosthetic leg, which means they're often too big for him. | "I felt very uncomfortable oftentimes being out in the community, even when it came to dress wear, finding appropriate shoes that wouldn't cause me to slip or slide or feel uncomforta…
(2026-01-12). Burlington, WI, Feb. 24, 2026: Trivia for Change Black History and American Stories. wibailoutpeople.org 
Event: www.facebook.com/share/p/1AtcyLmoa1/ Event by BCD Racism Low Daily's weekly trivia night is getting a special guest host On Tuesday, February 24, BCDR will be hosting a thoughtfully curated trivia night centered on Black history, culture, and American stories that have shaped both our nation and our local community. Expect questions that highlight: -Key moments in …
(2026-01-12). UPSC makes face authentication at exam centers mandatory. ummid.com The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has made face authentication at exam centers compulsory for all candidates.
(2026-01-12). Statewide Fight Data Centers Day of Action Rally in Madison Feb. 12, 2026. wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-01-12). Denmark's PM says Greenland showdown at 'decisive moment'. aljazeera.com Denmark is ready to defend its values, Mette Frederiksen says, as Trump renews threats to seize the Danish territory.
(2026-01-12). UN General Assembly: States must ensure that the protections afforded under IHL remain effective against the risks of ICT activities during armed conflict. icrc.org Statement delivered by Elyse Mosquini, Permanent Observer to the United Nations, at the High-level Meeting of the UN General Assembly on the overall review of the implementation of the outcomes of the World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS+20)…
(2026-01-12). Pediatric care cover expanded nationwide. ecns.cn Pediatric care is now available in all major public hospitals across the nation, and dialysis treatment can be provided in every county with a population above 100,000 people, according to the National Health Commission.
(2026-01-12). US surges hundreds more agents to Minneapolis amid furore over ICE killing. scmp.com Hundreds more federal agents were heading to Minneapolis, the US homeland security chief said on Sunday, brushing aside demands by the Midwestern city's Democratic leaders to leave after an immigration officer fatally shot a woman protester. | In multiple TV interviews, Kristi Noem defended the actions of the officer who shot and killed 37-year-old Renee Nicole Good, whose death has sparked renewed protests nationwide against President Donald Trump's immigration crackdown.
(2026-01-12). The Next Frontier of Climate Accountability: Making Big Food Pay Its Ecological Bill. counterpunch.org 
The "polluter pays" principle is a cornerstone of environmental regulation. It raises billions of dollars each year and has been fundamental in pushing energy companies to pursue cleaner, more cost-effective energy sources. But when it was first formalized in 1972 by the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD), it faced resistance. Energy companies argued
(2026-01-12). Genesis Behind the American Onslaught on Latin America. ummid.com In essence it is not a strategic or geopolitics blitzkrieg, which Doanld Trump has launched against the Latin American countries but this bombastic show is essentially for the control of the global rare earth minerals.
(2026-01-12). Mixed reactions over Samoan PM's proposal to ban non-Christian religions. asiapacificreport.nz RNZ Pacific A proposal by SƒÅmoa's Prime Minister to ban all non-Christian religions from the country is being met with mixed reactions. The Samoa Observer reported church ministers and members of the public voicing views both for and against the proposal. Prime Minister La'aulialemalietoa Polataivao Schmidt said he raised the issue with Samoa's Council of…
(2026-01-12). Trump's DOJ Legal Threats Aim to Intimidate the Federal Reserve. commondreams.org This evening, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell released a
(2026-01-12). Trump will be sore when Cuba domino refuses to fall. responsiblestatecraft.org Of the 100 or more people
(2026-01-12). Thursday 1/15: Panel On The Attack On Healthcare Workers & Patients & The Fight For Single Payer. indybay.org Registration link sdaction.ourpowerbase.net/civicrm/event/……
(2026-01-12). Thursday 1/22: Webinar: Report back from our 77th Delegation to Palestine. indybay.org Online | www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/d77-report……
(2026-01-12). Power restored in Sharjah after hours-long outage hits residential, commercial centres. geo.tv 
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(2026-01-12). Wednesday 1/21: Webinar: "We Can Speak for Ourselves" : A conversation With Palestinian Women. indybay.org Online | www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/webinar-we……
(2026-01-12). Myanmar begins 2nd phase of election. ecns.cn Voters across Myanmar went to the polls on Sunday for the second phase of the country's multiparty general election, with polling stations opening in 100 townships nationwide.
(2026-01-12). Demand to Close GITMO Unanswered After 24 Years. indybay.org Human rights activists called for the closing of Guantánamo prison on the 24th anniversary of its first opening.
(2026-01-12). Jamia Nursery Admission 2026-27: Steps, Link to Apply. ummid.com Jamia Millia Islamia (JMI) is starting the admission process in all schools (Nursery, Prep and Class 1) under its management for the academic year 2026-27 from Tuesday January 07, 2026.
(2026-01-12). As China's companies expand overseas, entrepreneurs want the passports to match. scmp.com With domestic profits narrowing and production capacity expanding, China's firms are continuing to widen their overseas footprints in search of new, more lucrative markets. In this series, we examine China Inc.'s next phase of "going global" and the complex, challenging international environment its companies have chosen to enter. | Chinese national Steve Xie has been doing business overseas for years. His latest venture, a new warehouse in Egypt, will supply electric vehicles and auto parts to…
(2026-01-12). The time has come for the SDG to fall from the wings of US aircraft. unitedworldint.com What message did the Aleppo fragment send to the east of the Euphrates? By Adem Kƒ±lƒ±àß, Political scientist Those clinging to the wings of US aircraft at Kabul Airport in Afghanistan, trying to 'escape', were not only a symbol of defeat, but also of the price of misplaced alliances. And today, the same scene has …
(2026-01-12). Digital euro a 'safeguard' for continent. ecns.cn The latest letter to parliamentarians called a digital euro, which is envisaged as being operational by 2029, "not a nice-to-have, (but) it is an essential safeguard of European sovereignty, stability, and resilience".
(2026-01-12). Seven Refugees Arrested Over Gang-Related Murder in Adjumani. plusnews.ug 
Seven South Sudanese refugees have been arrested following the murder of an 18-year-old youth during a gang-related clash at Nyumanzi Refugee Settlement in Adjumani District. The deceased, identified as Garang Mabior Wuor, a resident of Block A, Cluster 2, Djaipi Sub-County, was attacked on Saturday evening around 7: 45 p.m. during a confrontation between two rival …
(2026-01-12). China's commerce ministry to boost consumption, opening-up in 2026. ecns.cn China's Ministry of Commerce will further boost consumption and expand opening-up as part of its key work for 2026, according to a two-day national commerce work conference that ended Sunday.
(2026-01-12). Somaliland: Longtime Zionist Colonisation Target. scheerpost.com " In one of the scariest moments in modern history, we're doing our best at ScheerPost to pierce the fog of lies that conceal it but we need some help to pay our writers and staff. Pl…
(2026-01-12). German Media Report That Current Frigid Weather Can Be Explained by Arctic Warming! wattsupwiththat.com Frigid tempertures have gripped Central Europe and the population ist struggling to stay warm. Media say it's all part of warming!
(2026-01-12). Broken pharaoh: Ali Khamenei mocks 'arrogant' Trump. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei posted on his Persian X account an image of a statue depicting U.S. President Donald Trump in a shattered pharaonic form.Khamenei described Trump as "arrogant and conceited, sitting there judging the entire world." He posted the image on X and wrote, "Throughout history, tyrants and despots, like Pharaoh, Nimrod, and their ilk, often fell when they reached the peak of their arrogance… This person, too, will be overthrown," [referring to Trump]."The U.S. President had announced that his administration was considering very strong options regarding the Iranian issue. E…
(2026-01-12). Assessing Albanese's royal commission into Bondi Beach attack. onlineopinion.com.au This Bondi massacre royal commission may yet do important work. But poor preparation and political manoeuvring have already weakened its foundations.
(2026-01-12). Trump on New Start nuke treaty with Russia: if 'it expires it expires'. responsiblestatecraft.org As the February 5 expiration date for New START — the last nuclear arms control treaty remaining between the U.S. and Russia — looms, the Trump administration appears ready to let it die without an immediate replacement. | "If it expires, it expires," President Trump
(2026-01-12). Netanyahu to approve passports for 2026 Winter Olympians as interior minister post remains vacant. haaretz.com In absence of an interior minister, no one is authorized to make an exception for three winter Olympians who have been naturalized but live abroad…
(2026-01-12). Besigye Sends Kyagulanyi Unspecified Amount Of Money For Campaigns. plusnews.ug 
Engineer Winnie Byanyima, wife of detained opposition figure Dr. Kiiza Besigye, has called on Ugandans to unite behind the national flag, reject political violence, and safeguard the vote ahead of the 2026 elections. Addressing sections of political leaders at her residence after prayers, Byanyima thanked them for standing together in this extreme violation of human …
(2026-01-12). 6 defiant words: Maduro sends message from New York, vows resistance after U.S. kidnapping. wibailoutpeople.org
(2026-01-12). Beauty in ordinary things: why this Japanese folk craft movement still matters 100 years on. |
(2026-01-12). Americans have had their mail-in ballots counted after Election Day for generations ‚àí a Supreme Court ruling could end the practice. |
(2026-01-12). The western US is in a snow drought, and storms have been making it worse. |
(2026-01-12). Illness is more than just biological — medical sociology shows how social factors get under the skin and cause disease. |
(2026-01-12). An Antarctic 'polar thriller' and a neurodivergent novel imagine a climate changed future. |
(2026-01-12). Cyclone Senyar: Why hazards continue to turn into disasters in Indonesia. |
(2026-01-12). Management of the Dead in Emergencies: Training of Trainer Course Held in Luzhou, Sichuan. icrc.org
(2026-01-12). Ghanaian celebrities are dealing with mental illness stigma behind closed doors — why speaking up matters. |
(2026-01-12). Grok produces sexualized photos of women and minors for users on X — a legal scholar explains why it's happening and what can be done. |
(2026-01-12). George Washington's foreign policy was built on respect for other nations and patient consideration of future burdens. |
(2026-01-12). Frequently Asked Questions: International Armed Conflict (IAC). icrc.org
(2026-01-12). Britain moves to trade Greenland for Trump's security backing in Ukraine. strategic-culture.su
(2026-01-12). Your say: week beginning January 12. |
(2026-01-12). Congress takes up health care again ‚àí and impatient voters shouldn't hold their breath for a cure. |
(2026-01-12). Why the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette's closure exposes a growing threat to democracy. |
(2026-01-12). Seeking honor is a double-edged sword — from ancient Greece to samurai Japan, thinkers have wrestled with whether it's the way to virtue. |
(2026-01-12). Democratic Republic of the Congo: Violence in South Kivu forces thousands of families to flee. icrc.org
(2026-01-12). Risks young chimps take as they swing through the trees underscore role of protective parenting in humans. |
(2026-01-12). The Rubicon crossed — Team Trump's nihilistic anti-values paradigm. strategic-culture.su
(2026-01-12). Can the China-Australia relationship stay on track in 2026? This is how experts in China see it. |
(2026-01-12). Cambodia-Thailand: ICRC supports release and repatriation of 18 prisoners of war. icrc.org
(2026-01-12). Musk's X suspends official Twitter account. albawaba.com
(2026-01-12). Meth inflames and stimulates your brain through similar pathways — new research offers potential avenue to treat meth addiction. |
(2026-01-12). Turkey: Drop bogus charges against Istanbul Bar Association Leadership. fidh.org
(2026-01-12). Is it okay to feel 'schadenfreude' at work? Here's how to navigate this complex emotion. |
(2026-01-12). Not just 'eunuchs' or sex workers: in ancient Mesopotamia, gender-diverse people held positions of power. |
(2026-01-12). Rain one minute, heatwave the next. How climate 'whiplash' drives unpredictable fire weather. |
(2026-01-12). CPR on TV is often inaccurate — but watching characters jump to the rescue can still save real lives. |
(2026-01-12). Racial profiling by ICE agents mirrors the targeting of Japanese Americans during World War II. |
(2026-01-12). Why 2026 could see the end of the Farm Bill era of American agriculture policy. |
(2026-01-12). Yemen: The ICRC stands ready to support detainee releases between conflict parties following agreement. icrc.org
(2026-01-12). South Lebanon: Municipal Councilor Martyred in Israeli Attack in Bint Jbeil. english.almanar.com.lb
(2026-01-12). 4 ways to empower students to spark social change. |
(2026-01-12). Myanmar: perpetuates instability, serious human rights violations. fidh.org
(2026-01-12). Superheavy-lift rockets like SpaceX's Starship could transform astronomy by making space telescopes cheaper. |
(2026-01-12). Nigeria and South Africa plan to boost fossil fuel production, risking their climate change pledges. |
(2026-01-12). Sudan: Sexual violence against Masalit women extends into exile in Chad. fidh.org
(2026-01-12). Africa's climate finance rules are growing, but they're weakly enforced — new research. |
(2026-01-12). Trump says Iran reached out for nuclear talks, may meet with them. haaretz.com
(2026-01-12). Russia-Ukraine Armed Conflict: What happens in winter when the power goes out. icrc.org
(2026-01-12). The 6-7 craze offered a brief window into the hidden world of children. |
(2026-01-12). Turkey: Arbitrary dissolution of the Young LGBTI+ Association. fidh.org
(2026-01-12). From New York to Beijing: Calls to galvanize political commitment to international humanitarian law. icrc.org
(2026-01-12). The 17th-century Pueblo leader who fought for independence from colonial rule — long before the American Revolution. |
(2026-01-12). ICE killing of driver in Minneapolis involved tactics many police departments warn against ‚àí but not ICE itself. |
(2026-01-12). New US dietary guidelines recommend more protein and whole milk, less ultraprocessed foods. |
(2026-01-12). Damn the torpedoes! Trump ditches a crucial climate treaty as he moves to dismantle America's climate protections. |
(2026-01-12). 'Heated Rivalry' shows how queer joy can disrupt hockey's culture of masculinity. |
(2026-01-12). Why eating disorders are more common among LGBTQIA+ people and what can help. |
(2026-01-12). Supreme Court Thompson ruling could enable secretary of state to conceal involvement of state agents in troubles killings. fidh.org
(2026-01-12). Egypt: Cairo hosts the 13th Regional Meeting for Arab National Committees on International Humanitarian Law. icrc.org
(2026-01-12). NZ's low productivity is often blamed on businesses staying small. That could be a strength in 2026. |
(2026-01-12). Live healthier in 2026 by breathing cleaner air at home. |
(2026-01-12). Looking Back on a Low, Dishonest Decade. juancole.com
(2026-01-12). Meet the springtails: little-known fantastic beasts that live everywhere on Earth. |
(2026-01-12). The epic novel runs amok in Omar Musa's Fierceland. |
(2026-01-12). The ICRC in 2025: On the front line for humanity, always. icrc.org
(2026-01-12). The antisemitism debate is already a political minefield. The royal commission must rise above it. |
(2026-01-12). Azerbaijan – Armenia: ICRC representatives travel to Azerbaijan to visit persons detained in relation to the conflict. icrc.org
(2026-01-12). The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Jordan and the ICRC convene a high-level regional conference to advance global commitment to international humanitarian law. icrc.org
(2026-01-12). 'Weepy horse' toy goes viral after sewing error. ecns.cn
(2026-01-12). Chad: Sudanese families separated by conflict find hope one phone call at a time. icrc.org
(2026-01-12). Results of the ICRC Writing Competition VI: Upholding Humanity. icrc.org
(2026-01-12). Fidel Castro and education: A living legacy in the year of his centenary. wibailoutpeople.org
(2026-01-12). Water crosses the border for 22,000 people in western Uganda. icrc.org
(2026-01-12). Taming the moral menace at capitalism's core. |
(2026-01-12). Afghanistan: A visual journey through Afghanistan's humanitarian challenges and ICRC's humanitarian response. icrc.org
(2026-01-12). Humanitarian Outlook 2026: A world succumbing to war. icrc.org
(2026-01-12). Roxángel y Dylan: Los nuevos campeones de Ajedrez Blitz. cubadebate.cu Roxángel Obregón y Dylan Berdayes disfrutaron ayer el saberse los nuevos monarcas del torneo cubano de ajedrez Blitz para parejas mixtas, que por segundo año consecutivo acogió esta capital. El Blitz para parejas mixtas ha ido ganando espacios en muchos países e incluso cuenta con eventos internacionales.
(2026-01-12). Barcelona retiene título de Supercopa de España de fútbol. cubadebate.cu Con un doblete del brasileño Raphael Dias, el Barcelona aventajó hoy 3-2 al Real Madrid para retener el título de la Supercopa de España de fútbol. Raphinha aprovechó un error en el pase de su compatriota Rodrygo Silva para desequilibrar el superclásico con su primer gol a los 36 minutos, en el Alinma Stadium.
(2026-01-12). 64 SNB: Avanza Villa Clara a los playoffs con paso seguro. cubadebate.cu Los Leopardos de Villa Clara siguieron hoy su marcha obstinada hacia la postemporada de la 64 Serie Nacional de Béisbol, tras vencer 8-2 a los Alazanes de Granma y reafirmar su fe competitiva. En el estadio Augusto César Sandino, la tropa naranja volvió a rugir y dejó claro que no piensa soltar el hilo de la esperanza.
(2026-01-12). Irán convoca a marchas masivas de Solidaridad Nacional, Paz y Amistad. cubadebate.cu Irán se prepara para manifestaciones multitudinarias en varias ciudades, con llamados a la unidad y rechazo a la injerencia de Estados Unidos e "Israel".
(2026-01-12). Esposa de Renee Good rechaza señalamientos de "terrorismo" por parte del gobierno de Estados Unidos. cubadebate.cu La esposa de Renee Good, la mujer asesinada a tiros en su auto por un agente federal de inmigración en Mineápolis, dice que la pareja se había detenido a apoyar a sus vecinos el día del tiroteo y describió a la madre de tres hijos como una persona que deja un legado de bondad.
(2026-01-12). "Ilustrísimo Donald" : La cosa que no nos gusta a los cubanos. cubadebate.cu Cuando Fidel Castro Ruz afirma que a los cubanos hay una cosa que no nos gusta, en el tono y los ademanes de un líder como él, no está haciendo un alarde personal de lo que en esta tierra se denomina "guapería de barrio".
(2026-01-12). Barca triumph over Real Madrid in Saudi Arabia Super Cup final. newarab.com 
Barcelona retained the Spanish Super Cup with a thrilling 3-2 Clasico win over Real Madrid in Raphinha struck twice for the Catalans with Robert Lewandowski also on target as they beat Xabi Alonso's team for a record-extending 16th triumph, despite Frenkie de Jong's late red card. | After Raphinha sent Barcelona ahead Vinicius Junior pulled Madrid level with a fine individual goal to kick-start a frenetic end to the first half in Jeddah. | Lewandowski chipped Barca back in front bu…
(2012-01-26). Barcelona clinch Spanish Super Cup final. tribune.com.pk 
Barcelona retained the Spanish Super Cup with an entertaining 3-2 Clasico win over Real Madrid in the final here on Sunday. | Raphinha struck twice for the Catalans with Robert Lewandowski also on target as they beat Xabi Alonso's team for a record-extending 16th triumph, despite Frenkie de Jong's late red card for a foul on Kylian Mbappe. | The French forward could only feature in the final stages as a substitute after a knee sprain, with the defeat likely to bring back recent doubts around Madrid coach Xabi Alonso's future. | After Raphinha sent Barcelona ahead, Vinicius Junior pulled Madrid level with a fin…
(2026-01-12). Somaliland, Israele prepara il nuovo punto di rottura. strategic-culture.su L'intenzione di Israele è chiara: quest'area geografica del Golfo di Aden segna l'accesso al Mar Rosso e quindi al Canale di Suez. | Segue nostro Geografie pericolose | Nel 1944, mentre la guerra infuriava in Europa e in Asia, e quattro anni prima della creazione dello Stato di Israele, un gruppo che affermava di rappresentare i rifugiati ebrei durante la guerra si rivolse al governo etiope per richiedere un rifugio nella provincia orien…
(2026-01-12). Thursday 1/15: Thursday Human Billboard for Palestine. indybay.org üìç El Cerrito Plaza San Pablo Ave and Carlson, in front of Daiso üï∞…