(2026-03-20). DNC Approach to Israel is Political Malpractice and Moral Failure. counterpunch.org 
When the governing body of the Democratic Party convenes next month, it will face a challenge to its support for Israel. The Democratic National Committee has evaded the fact that large majorities of Democrats oppose continuing military aid to Israel and believe it has committed genocide in Gaza. The stage is set for jarring discord when the
(2026-03-20). Palantir and the Silicon Valley Death Machine: Tech Giants Profiting from Israeli Genocide and American Empire. counterpunch.org 
The tech giants are not neutral innovators. They are the gleaming, blood-drenched arsenal of a dying empire, and Palantir Technologies stands tallest among them. In the pulverized streets of Gaza—where more than 72,000 Palestinians have been massacred since October 2023—Palantir's AI killing machines ("Lavender," "Gospel," "Where's Daddy?") have become the Israeli military's most trusted executioners.
(2026-03-20). Eid Between Memory and Survival. progressive.org In years past, the sights, smells, and sounds of Eid preparations were enchanting. The genocide in Gaza changed all of that.
(2026-03-20). US-Israel-Iran war boosts Netanyahu, bruises Trump and Gulf states. tribune.com.pk 
If the US-Israeli war on Iran ended tomorrow, one verdict is already clear: Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu would walk away stronger, while President Donald Trump would be left to manage the shock to global markets and Gulf allies who have borne the heaviest costs. | For Netanyahu, analysts say, the war has redrawn Israel's political map on his terms, pivoting attention away from Gaza and toward Iran, where national consensus is strongest and his security and economic credentials resonate most. | For Trump, it has done the reverse: trapping him in a conflict with no clear exit, exposing his Gulf Arab allies…
(2026-03-20). Australian mosque protesters heckle PM Albanese over Israel stance. tribune.com.pk 
Protesters heckled and booed Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on Friday during a visit to Australia's largest mosque for Eidul Fitr prayers, voicing anger over his stance on ally Israel's offensive in Gaza. | Some in Australia's Muslim and Jewish communities are angry over a fine line walked by the centre-left government since the Gaza war began, expressing concern for Palestinians, calling for a ceasefire, and backing Israel's right to self-defence. | Australia's Prime Minister Anthony Albanese arrives at Lakemba Mosque for Eidul Fitr in Sydney, Australia, March 20, 2026. PHOTO: REUTERS | Videos sho…
(2026-03-20). Eid in Gaza Displays Palestinians' Profound Loss — and Continued Resilience. truthout.org After more than two years of Israel's attacks on the Gaza Strip, over 72,000 Palestinians are dead and more than 171,000 are injured, according to Gaza's Ministry of Health. Amid these enormous losses, we are observing Eid al-Fitr, the "festival of breaking the fast" that takes place at the end of the holy month of Ramadan. The last four celebrations of Eid in Gaza have been marked by the… |
(2026-03-20). Inside Israel's psychological warfare campaign in Lebanon. mondoweiss.net 
Israel is waging a campaign of psychological warfare in Beirut by projecting godlike power from the skies, raining down bombs that mete out death and dropping leaflets vowing that Beirut and Gaza will share in the same fate.
(2026-03-20). PM Albanese heckled, booed during visit to Australia's largest mosque over stance on Israel. dawn.com Protesters heckled and booed Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on Friday during a visit to Australia's largest mosque for Eidul Fitr prayers, voicing anger over his stance on ally Israel's Some in Australia's Muslim and Jewish communities are angry over a fine line walked by the centre-left government since Israel began its military campaign in Gaza, expressing concern for Palestinians, repeatedly urging a ceasefire, and backing Israel's right to self-defence. | Video images showed protesters interrupting proceedings about 15 minutes after Albanes…
(2026-03-20). Trump calls NATO 'cowards' over lack of support in Iran war. tribune.com.pk 
Umited States President Donald Trump assailed NATO allies on Friday over their lack of support for the US-Israel war against Iran, calling the longtime US allies "cowards". | "Without the USA, NATO is a paper tiger!" Trump said in a social media post. | truthsocial.com/@realDonaldTrump/1162617… | Trump has been calling for major US allies and others, none of whom were consulted or advised on the war, to help secure the safety of shipping through the Iran-controlled Strait of Hormuz. The conflict has roiled global markets, killed thousands and displaced millions since US-Israel strikes began o…
(2026-03-20). The Hormuz Effect: Why Your South Mumbai Flat Will Get Pricier. ummid.com Even if the Gulf war ends tomorrow, the Strait of Hormuz opens and shipping resumes normally, the additional real estate costs will not reduce immediately.
(2026-03-20). Roaming Charges: Trump's Little Excursion Hits the Straits. counterpunch.org 
Perhaps Trump will now replace Joe Kent with Newt Gingrich, who is very, very strong on security. So strong that Newt, the Edward Teller of our tormented times, advised Trump to drop 12 nuclear bombs on Iran to blast out a canal by-passing the Strait of Hormuz. In other words, someone with the guts to start a nuclear holocaust to prevent one.
(2026-03-20). WATCH: Fighting America's War. scheerpost.com Consortium News Guests: Senator David Shoebridge; Peter Cronau, journalist, former ABC producer, co-founder Declassified Australia. Interviewers: Cathy Vogan and Joe Lauria. Producer: Cathy Vogan. Time: 1 hr. 0 min. 29 s. While Australia has rejected Donald Trump's request to send a war ship to help open the Strait of Hormuz, last week Australian PM Anthony Albanese announced that one of the country's long-range surveillance planes, an …
(2026-03-20). Italy, Germany and France offer help with Hormuz only after ceasefire. tribune.com.pk 
Six major international powers said on Thursday they were ready "to contribute to" ensuring safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz, though three stressed that any initiative would take place post-ceasefire. | Britain, France, Germany, Italy, Japan and the Netherlands said they were ready "to contribute to appropriate efforts to ensure safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz". They said they "welcome the commitment of nations who are engaging in preparatory planning", as they condemned "in the strongest terms recent attacks by Iran on unarmed commercial vessels in the Gulf". | But Italy, Germany and France…
(2026-03-20). Kuwait refinery hit as Iran says missile production 'no concern'. tribune.com.pk 
Firefighters battled a blaze at a giant oil refinery in Kuwait on Friday after a fresh drone attack as Iran kept up a wave of strikes on its neighbours and vowed there was "no concern" about its missile production. | Despite calls by European leaders on Thursday for an end to targeting Gulf energy infrastructure, Kuwait reported a fire at its Mina Al-Ahmadi refinery, a day after a direct hit on Qatar's vital Ras Laffan facility. | Iranian authorities had vowed to retaliate after an Israeli strike on Wednesday damaged its South Pars gas field, which draws on the world's biggest known gas reserve and is vital fo…
(2026-03-20). Pentagon doing its best to hide destructions caused by Iran. ummid.com Iran's retaliatory attacks on the American bases and assets in the Middle East have inflicted huge material and human losses, but Pentagon is trying its best to hide.
(2026-03-20). Iran calls for regional coordination. tribune.com.pk 
Iran's foreign minister called for vigilance and regional coordination in separate calls with counterparts in Turkey, Egypt and Pakistan as the military warned of a tougher response to any further attacks on its energy infrastructure, state media reported on Thursday. | After its energy facilities in South Pars gas field and Asaluyeh were targeted on Wednesday, Iran retaliated against what it said were US-linked energy sites in Gulf countries, including Ras Laffan Industrial City in Qatar, the world's largest LNG complex. | "In the calls to foreign counterparts, Araghchi assessed the US and Zionist regime's (I…
(2026-03-20). US rushes $16bn arms to Gulf after Iran warns of 'zero restraint'. dawn.com ⚪ SMOKE rises after an Iranian retaliatory salvo damaged an Israeli oil refinery in Haifa.—Reuters | • Tehran strikes Qatari LNG plant, Saudi and Kuwaiti refineries | • Trump warns of 'furious response' if attacks on Qatar continue | • Rules out troop deployment, but officials say reinforcements under review | • Hegseth sets no timeline for war; White House to seek $200bn more from Congress | • Global energy markets shaken; Brent jumps to $119, gas prices up 35pc | • Riyadh asserts it reserves righ…
(2026-03-20). Data Centers Are Military Targets Now. theintercept.com 
In retaliation for the ongoing U.S.—Israeli war, Iran responded with a novel form of counterattack. For the first time in military history, private sector data centers came under deliberate attack. | In an era when companies known for e-commerce, social networks, and search engines have also become close collaborators with militaries, is bombing their servers fair game? | Three days after the U.S. and Israel began their joint bombardment, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps launched kamikaze drone strikes against Amazon-owned data centers in the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain that provide an array of…
(2026-03-20). Absurdity of the discourse of Iran's "proxy forces" uwidata.com By Mehmet Yuva "Iran attacking neighboring Gulf Arab states is wrong!", "Iran has proxy forces in Iraq, Syria, Lebanon, Palestine, Yemen, and Afghanistan!" These claims are absurd. Because if a state is capable of ensuring the sovereignty, security, and subsistence of the people under its authority, no parallel proxy force can take root there. If, …
(2026-03-20). Thanks to the Iran hawks, nuclear nonproliferation is dead. strategic-culture.su By Anik JOSHI | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | Who now would negotiate away a nuclear weapons program? | The Iran hawks got the wa…
(2026-03-20). Will Trump Break the Nuclear Taboo? scheerpost.com In addition to the widening of the war on Iran to the whole Middle East and beyond, this conflict risks deliberate use of nuclear weapons, write Peter Kuznick and Ivana Nikolic Hughes. By Peter Kuznick and Ivana Nikolic Hughes Common Dreams President Donald Trump has been on quite a roll. Since just the beginning of the year, he …
(2026-03-20). Is Trump a Cursed Goliath in Iran? counterpunch.org 
There's a very insightful formulation on page 65 of the brilliant historian Luke Kemp's indispensable book Goliath's Curse: The History and Future of Societal Collapse, a study of hierarchy and power that ranges from the first hunter-gatherer bands and cave drawings of the Ice Age to the time of capitalist climate catastrophe, nuclear proliferation, global
(2026-03-20). "Liberate Their Bodies From Their Souls" : The Lies That Sell the Iran War. theintercept.com 
Ali Gharib speaks to Afeef Nessouli about the latest strikes on Lebanon and peace strategist Sanam Naraghi-Anderlini on the U.S.—Israel assault on Iran.
(2026-03-20). Declaration from Senegal on aggression against Iran. workers.org 
Statement issued March 11, 2026, from the Union of African Workers-Senegal. Translation: John Catalinotto Following Venezuela and Cuba, it is now Iran's turn to suffer criminal attacks from U.S. imperialism and Israeli Zionism. The bombing of Iran and its people is being carried out under the same false pretext of . . . |
(2026-03-20). Trump rebukes Netanyahu over Iran energy strikes. tribune.com.pk 
Iranian attacks on the world's largest LNG plant in Qatar and refineries in Saudi Arabia and Kuwait sent shock waves through energy markets on Thursday as the United States said there was no deadline to end the Middle East war. | US President Donald Trump said he had told Israel not to repeat its attacks on Iranian natural gas infrastructure. | Moreover, a US F-35 fighter jet made an emergency landing at US air base in the Middle East after it was struck by what is believed to be Iranian fire, according to two sources familiar with the matter. | Capt Tim Hawkins, a spokesperson for US Central Command, said the…
(2026-03-20). Some Economic Consequences of the Iran War. counterpunch.org 
As the US-Israel war on Iran enters its third week, the outlines of the economic consequences and fallout of the war have begun to emerge. As the war continues—and by most indicators it appears it will for months longer—the War's negative impact on the US and world economies will deepen further. What are some of
(2026-03-20). Israel PM says 'we are winning and Iran is being decimated'. tribune.com.pk 
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Thursday that Israel and the United States were "winning" the war against Iran, with the Islamic republic "decimated" and unable to enrich uranium or manufacture ballistic missiles. | In an English-language press conference, Netanyahu insisted Israel had "acted alone" in striking Iran's massive South Pars gas field, while confirming that US President Donald Trump had asked Israeli forces to "hold off" on such attacks moving forward. | The Israeli premier also rejected the notion that he had dragged Trump into the conflict, implying that he was the junior partner in the jo…
(2026-03-20). FM Araghchi again warns Iran will show 'zero restraint' if infrastructure targeted. tribune.com.pk 
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi reiterated his warning on Friday of "zero restraint" if the country's infrastructure was targeted again. | He said Iranians did not sneak-attack adversaries while engaged in dialogue. | "Only when attacked do we powerfully respond. We have intelligence on Israeli plans to strike infrastructure. Once again: zero restraint if our infrastructure is attacked." | We are men and women of principles. Iranians do not sneak attack adversaries while engaged in dialogue. Only when attacked do we powerfully respond. | We have intelligence on Israeli plans to strike infrastructure. O…
(2026-03-20). Trump's top official says Israel dragged US into war with Iran, quits. ummid.com In another setback for US President Donald J Trump, Joseph Kent, the head of the country's National Counterterrorism Center, has resigned from his position over the US-Israel war against Iran.
(2026-03-20). Trump and Hegseth Cannot Define the Truth of the US-Israeli War on Iran. counterpunch.org 
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth appears to have little patience for questions that do not conform to his preferred style of declaring unsubstantiated victories, whether against South Americans or in the Middle East. In a charged press conference on March 13, Hegseth did more than attack journalists for questioning his unverified claims about the course
(2026-03-20). 'Eid is gone for us': War, displacement cast shadow over Eid holiday in Lebanon. dawn.com For Lebanese Muslims, there was little to celebrate on Friday during Eidul Fitr as a displacement crisis prompted by Israeli strikes and fears for the future cast a dark shadow over the end of Ramazan. | Eid this year has been dampened by fallout from the war that began with the US and Israel launching strikes on Iran. With fighting going on between Hezbollah and Israel as well, Lebanon has also been dragged into the regional conflict. | A displaced child from Beirut's southern suburbs looks on from inside a van on the day worshippers attend Eid prayers to mark the end of Ramazan, following an escalation betwe…
(2026-03-20). PM Shehbaz calls for Gulf de-escalation in Eid greetings to Malaysian, Azerbaijani, Uzbek leaders. tribune.com.pk 
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday urged de-escalation in the Gulf and the Middle East as he discussed the current conflict with the leaders of Malaysia, Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan. | The United States and Israel made coordinated strikes on Iran last month, prompting counter-strikes across the Gulf region, including Iranian missile and drone attacks, on energy infrastructure and military sites in Gulf Cooperation Council states. Regional foreign ministers, including Pakistan's, have called for restraint and adherence to international law to prevent further destabilisation of the Gulf, a key corridor for gl…
(2026-03-20). PM Shehbaz calls for Gulf de-escalation in discussions with Malaysian, Azerbaijan, Uzbek leaders. tribune.com.pk Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday urged de-escalation in the Gulf and the Middle East as he discussed the current conflict with the leaders of Malaysia, Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan. | The United States and Israel made coordinated strikes on Iran last month, prompting counter-strikes across the Gulf region, including Iranian missile and drone attacks, on energy infrastructure and military sites in Gulf Cooperation Council states. Regional foreign ministers, including Pakistan's, have called for restraint and adherence to international law to prevent further destabilisation of the Gulf, a key corridor for gl…
(2026-03-20). Blaming Refugees Not Warmongers: The Right-wing Press, Fortress Europe and 'Weaponized Migration'. counterpunch.org 
An expected refugee crisis is looming from the US-Israeli wars on Iran and Lebanon. This probability has already been raised by aid agencies, but also, of course, by the right-wing press that thrives on the fear-mongering that Europe is being overrun by foreigners. As a GB News headline blared just days into the conflict: "Europe braces for ANOTHER migrant crisis…'It will wash up on Britain's shores!'"
(2026-03-20). Amid claims he's dead, Netanyahu's 3rd video billed AI generated. ummid.com Amid the wild claims that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his wife Sara have been killed in an Iranian missile attack, his third video posted as a proof he is live has been billed as AI generated.
(2026-03-20). Iran is a Nation, Not a "Regime" counterpunch.org 
Every day, my frustration grows as American politicians and corporate media churn out mindless rhetoric regarding the Islamic Republic of Iran. They have shown little curiosity or interest in uncovering the reasons and motives behind the unwarranted and illegal U.S.-Israeli war of choice against Iran. Instead, they parrot demonizing language; most notably the reflexive use
(2026-03-20). Iran does not pose 'imminent threat'. tribune.com.pk 1731569693-0/Copy-of-Untitled-(39)1731569693-0.png)
The head of US intelligence declined again on Thursday to endorse President Donald Trump's claim that Iran posed an "imminent" threat before the United States and Israel launched military strikes. | Testifying on the war in the Middle East before the House Intelligence Committee, Tulsi Gabbard doubled down on her claim from a day earlier that this determination is "the responsibility of the president" — a position that had already drawn sharp pushback from Democrats. | As with her appearance before senators on Wednesday, the hearing underscored persistent questions on Capitol Hill over the administration…
(2026-03-20). War Diary Day 21: Muted Nowruz, Eid in Iran. dawn.com On the twenty-first day of the US-Israeli war on Iran, a sombre Nowruz and Eidul Fitr eve set the domestic mood in Iran, as fresh military developments and a shifting coalition posture pointed to an imminent widening of the war. | Across Iran, the Persian New Year arrived without usual festivities associated with it. Celebrations were scaled down, with war, blackouts and economic strain shaping public sentiment. Markets remained open but subdued, and even among diaspora communities, observances lacked the usual fervour. | 'Rare moral boost': | Against thi…
(2026-03-20). Jerusalem's Muslims despair on Eidul Fitr as access to Al-Aqsa Mosque denied amid war. tribune.com.pk 
Hundreds of worshippers held Eidul Fitr prayers at the gates of Jerusalem's Old City on Friday, with Israel closing access to the Al-Aqsa mosque and other holy sites over its war on Iran. | "Today, Al-Aqsa has been taken from us. It's a sad and painful Ramazan," Wajdi Mohammed Shweiki, a silver-haired Palestinian man in his 60s, told AFP. | "It's a catastrophic situation for the inhabitants of Jerusalem, for Palestinians in general and for all Muslims across the globe." | Since Israel and the United States started the war on Iran on February 28, Israeli authorities have closed access to Jerusalem's world-renow…
(2026-03-20). Gold loses safe-haven shine amid escalating war. dawn.com KARACHI: Often dubbed a safe haven in times of global crises, local gold prices for 10 grams and one tola have dropped to Rs428,208 and Rs499,462, respectively, down by Rs20,833 and Rs24,300, following a steep decline of $243 to $4,767 per ounce on international markets amid the escalating war in the Middle East. | On Feb 28, when an illegal attack was launched by the US and Israel on Iran, the rates for 10 grams and one tola stood at Rs472,018 and Rs550,562, based on a global gold price of $5,278 per ounce. | On Jan 29, 2026, Pakistan
(2026-03-20). Indian Diplomacy Falters on Iran War. ummid.com The US-Israel attacks on Iran has placed India in an uncomfortable diplomatic position, exposing the limits of its much-touted strategic autonomy.
(2026-03-20). The Iran War: Don't Blame Israel, Blame the Empire and Its Demagogue. portside.org The Iran War: Don't Blame Israel, Blame the Empire and Its Demagogue |
(2026-03-20). Iran seeks guarantees, compensation to end war with US, Israel. ummid.com In a major rebuke to Donald Trump, Iran Thursday March 12, 2026 sought guarantees and compensation to end the ongoing war with the United States and Israel.
(2026-03-20). Iran's 'Mosaic Defence' and 'Fourth Successor' Models. ummid.com As US-Israel versus Iran conflict intensifies, Iran's decentralised 'Mosaic Defence' and 'Fourth Successor' layered leadership models ensure military operations persist despite leadership losses.
(2026-03-20). Switzerland halts weapons exports to US due to Iran war, citing neutrality. tribune.com.pk 
Switzerland on Friday said it would not issue licences for companies to export weapons to the United States due to the ongoing attacks on Iran, citing the country's neutrality. | "The export of war materiel to countries involved in the international armed conflict with Iran cannot be authorised for the duration of the conflict," ‚Å the government said in a statement. | Last weekend, the Swiss government said it had rejected two US flyover requests on Iran-related war flights but permitted three others, also ci…
(2026-03-20). South Korea's LNG Supply Resilience Amid Middle East Tensions. devdiscourse.com South Korean officials have downplayed concerns over LNG supply disruptions following recent Iranian attacks on Qatar's energy infrastructure. They cite the availability of alternative sources to mitigate the impact.
(2026-03-20). Grieving parents in Iran spend every night at the graves of their children, killed by U.S. strike. mronline.org As Ramadan comes to a close, families in Minab, Iran struggle to come to terms with the scale of death, one of the deadliest single attacks on children in memory.
(2026-03-20). One day, three decisive defeats for Trump. workers.org 
The author is a Venezuelan consultant, international analyst, former Director of International Relations of the Presidency of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela and former Ambassador of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela to Nicaragua. (sergioro07.blogspot.com) Translation by John Catalinotto Sergio Rodríguez Gelfenstein On March 8, the peoples of the world dealt . . . |
(2026-03-20). Norway's crown princess says she was 'manipulated and deceived' by Epstein. tribune.com.pk 
Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit said on Friday that she regretted her friendship with the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, seeking to contain one of the biggest scandals to hit the country's royal family. | The United States Justice Department's release of millions of Epstein documents has sent shockwaves globally, revealing the disgraced financier's ties to prominent figures, including the crown princess, top Norwegian politicians, business executives and diplomats. | "I was manipulated and deceived," Mette-Marit said in an interview with public broadcaster NRK. "Of course, I wish I had never met him."
(2026-03-20). How BJP Became The Congress It Promised To Bury. ummid.com bjp, bhartiya janata party, bjp vs congress, bjp politics…
(2026-03-20). Govt rejects Afghan Taliban's claim of Pakistan breaking truce. tribune.com.pk 
The Ministry of Information on Friday rejected the Afghan Taliban's allegation that Pakistan breached the temporary truce, describing it as "frivolous". | In a post on X, the information ministry dismissed the Afghan Taliban's claim that the country had violated the temporary pause in fighting, describing the allegation as "frivolous." The pause, the ministry noted, had been initiated by Pakistan in observance of Eidul Fitr. | üîé Fact Check | Ministry of Information & Broadcasting | ‚óºÔ∏èThe claim of so called Ministry of Defence / spokesperson of…
(2026-03-20). SA engages South Sudan on the latest political developments. sanews.gov.za SA engages South Sudan on the latest political developments | President Cyril Ramaphosa has held a bilateral engagement with the President of the Republic of South Sudan, Salva Kiir Mayardit, at his official residence in Pretoria, Mahlamba Ndlopfu, on the occasion of a Working Visit to South Africa. | "The Working Visit provides an opportune moment for the two Heads of State to discuss bilateral relations and exchange views on the latest political developments in South Sudan, particularly the implementation of the Revitalised Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in the Republic of South Sudan (R-ARCSS),"
(2026-03-20). Rural Residents Faces the Biggest Risks From Postal Delays. counterpunch.org 
For over 250 years, Americans have relied on the United States Postal Service for timely processing of their mail, no matter the conditions. After we dropped it in a box or gave it to a letter carrier, we could count on our mail being postmarked on that date so that our bills and tax returns
(2026-03-20). China's solar systems aid boosts Cuban health centers. mronline.org 
The Cuban Government, with China's support, is rapidly deploying 5,000 solar systems, focused on hospitals, polyclinics and maternal homes, as well as water pumping stations and telecommunications nodes, to combat a severe energy crisis exacerbated by U.S. sanctions.
(2026-03-20). How to Build a Portfolio Using Different Types of Mutual Funds. ummid.com Most people approach building a mutual fund portfolio like they are trying to solve a Sudoku puzzle, but building a portfolio is much more like packing a suitcase for a long trip to multiple climates.
(2026-03-20). Joe Kent's Resignation Could Bolster a Wave of Conscientious Objectors to Trump's Iran War. theintercept.com 
"This is the kind of thing that really resonates: seeing respected people in positions of power validating what many service members feel."
(2026-03-20). CBSE teachers involved in 10th, 12th paper evaluation warned. ummid.com The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has warned teachers involved in evaluation of classes 10th and 12th papers (Academic Year 2026) from sharing misleading information on social media.
(2026-03-20). Spokesperson for Iran's Revolutionary Guards killed in strike, state TV says. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-03-20). PMD issues alert for rain, thunderstorms and strong winds in Karachi on Eid. tribune.com.pk 
Karachi is likely to experience rain and thunderstorms on Eid, the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) said on Friday. | A westerly wind system affecting most parts of the country is expected to bring strong winds and rain to several districts. Larkana, Qambar Shahdadkot, and Shikarpur may witness rain accompanied by thunderstorms, while Jacobabad, Sukkur, Jamshoro, and Hyderabad are also expected to see rain and gusty winds. | Other districts, including Thatta, Sujawal, Badin, Matiari, Umerkot, Mirpurkhas, Naushahro Feroze, Shaheed Benazirabad, and Dadu, are likely to experience rainfall, with a risk of…
(2026-03-20). Some Are More Equal Than Others: The Pigs Have Taken Over. counterpunch.org 
Why has there been no sustained, system-wide protest movement against President Trump? In George Orwell's Animal Farm, the pigs do not just seize power—they slowly remake the farm in their own image through two rebellions. The first is dramatic and visible: all the animals unite to overthrow the human farmer. They establish a new order
(2026-03-20). Cybersecurity in BRICS Countries: How Digital Transformation Drives Growth and Creates New Risks. infobrics.org Digital transformation is becoming a new source of risk for economic growth and even national sovereignty in BRICS countries. Cybersecurity itself is likely to become one of the key topics of discussion at the summit in India in 2026…
(2026-03-20). White People Meet Up with Fate, Our Best Hope. counterpunch.org In the absence of an authority that arises from the deep roots of being, those who hold power tend to abuse it…. In order to shift the unjust situation in the outer world [there must be ones] who will draw upon a greater source of authority than law or institutions or the market…who will "author"things…
(2026-03-20). Live at 1pm Eastern: Always Wrong, Never in Doubt — The Climate Realism Show. wattsupwiththat.com The Heartland Institute's Anthony Watts, Linnea Lueken, Jim Lakely, and special guest Lois Perry will discuss Ehrlich's legacy as it relates to the environmental movement and see if he has any peers in being wrong all the time about everything. We will also cover other crazy climate news of the week, including the War on Steak, a shaky claim that climate change is killing the wolves of Yellowstone, and how climate change supposedly leads to more domestic violence.
(2026-03-20). Amid Iftar row, UK's Nigel Farage says would ban mass prayer events at historic British sites if he became PM. dawn.com Hard-right UK lawmaker Nigel Farage, currently leading opinion polls, said he will ban mass Muslim prayer at historic British sites if he becomes prime minister. | The anti-immigrant firebrand called an open Iftar in London's Trafalgar Square earlier this week an "attempt to overtake, intimidate and dominate our way of life". | Monday's open Iftar has been the subject of political debate in recent days, with Labour Prime Minister Keir Starmer criticising a Conservative MP for opposing the event. ; ⚪ "We have to stop this kind of mass dem…
(2026-03-20). EU summit fails to rally Orban behind stalled Ukraine loan. tribune.com.pk 
EU leaders failed to persuade Hungary's Viktor Orban to lift his block on a massive loan to support Ukraine's war effort at summit talks on Thursday, leaving the much-needed funding in limbo. | Moscow's closest partner in the bloc, the nationalist prime minister has long resisted helping Kyiv to repel Russia's invasion, stalling EU aid and repeated rounds of sanctions. | This time around, Orban is holding up a 90-billion-euro ($104 billion) loan as leverage in a feud over damage to a pipeline running through Ukraine — which has choked the flow of Russian oil to Hungary and Slovakia. | "No oil = no money,…
(2026-03-20). Searching for Solace in a Nuclearized World. scheerpost.com The Nightmare of Fukushima 15 Years Later By Joshua Frank Nine countries now possess nuclear weapons and we have just seen the start of a new war in the Middle East over one more nation supposedly trying to acquire them. While we consider the dangers of such weapons and their capacity to cause massive destruction, we …
(2026-03-20). Georgia Woman Charged With Murder After Attempted Abortion. truthout.org A woman in Georgia was charged with murder last week after she attempted to have an abortion nearly three months ago. Alexia Moore, 31, faces felony murder charges for her attempt to abort her fetus using the abortion medication Misoprostol. She also faces charges for possession and use of a controlled substance, as she reportedly used Oxycodone to deal with the pain she believed she would… |
(2026-03-20). 'Not Another Penny for Another Endless War,' Ilhan Omar Says as Trump Seeks $200 Billion. scheerpost.com Jessica Corbett Common Dreams As US President Donald Trump on Thursday confirmed reporting that he's seeking $200 billion more from Congress to continue waging his unpopular war of choice on Iran, Rep. Ilhan Omar was among those forcefully pushing back. "We're told there's no money for universal healthcare or to end hunger in this country. But somehow $200 billion more for war will likely move …
(2026-03-20). Progress of Digital Conolization? AI Data Centers Spark Debate on Native Lands. counterpunch.org 
The recent explosion in artificial intelligence (AI) data centers has created a litany of environmental and cultural issues for Native people and Tribes across the so-called "United States." This, in turn, has sparked intense debate and prompted conversations on tribal digital sovereignty and a call for regulation that controls the data, infrastructure, and networks. Data
(2026-03-20). How Masjid Haram in Makkah and Masjid Nabawi are perfumed in Ramadan. ummid.com The Grand Mosque in Makkah and The Prophet's Mosque in Madinah receive extensive care in all aspects of their operations and services, including perfuming their premises with oud, incense, and fine fragrances to create a spiritual atmosphere for worshippers and Umrah performers.
(2026-03-20). Running on sunshine: Pakistan's solar boom to tide over Middle East energy crisis. dawn.com Energy expert Vaqar Zakaria believes solar power makes "excellent economic sense" — and he lives by it. For over five years, his rooftop panels have slashed his bills, sometimes to zero, even allowing him to sell surplus electricity back through net metering. | Last month, he took it further. After buying two electric vehicles, he has almost "declared independence" from the national grid. With more panels and doubled batteries, even his cars run on sunshine. "I am moving away from their fuel, and I don't need their power," said the CEO of Hagler Bailly, Pakistan, an Islamabad-based environmental consultancy…
(2026-03-20). International Day of Solidarity with the Cuban People, Milwaukee March 21, 2026. wibailoutpeople.org 
Saturday, March 21Noon to 1 PMLocust and Oakland Streets, Milwaukee A coalition of international and allied movements across the Americas is converging in Havana to deliver humanitarian aid to Cuba. Join us in Milwaukee in solidarity with the Cuban people and in opposition to blockade and regime change policies. Read More Cuba's Fuel Crisis Forces …
(2026-03-20). Japan PM Takaichi placates Trump on Iran, but faces Pearl Harbor surprise. dawn.com WASHINGTON: Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi sailed smoothly past a potential clash with Donald Trump on Iran on Thursday — although the US president whipped up a bit of a storm about Pearl Harbor. | Days after "I believe that, based on statements (which) were given to us yesterday, the day before yesterday, having to do with Japan, they are really stepping up to the pla…
(2026-03-20). Rawalpindi police propose anti-drone systems, tighten security at key sites. tribune.com.pk 
Proposals to install anti-drone systems and modern anti-drone guns have been put forward at a meeting of the Regional Coordination Committee in Rawalpindi. | Senior police officers proposed installing anti-drone systems and guns to ensure the security of sensitive installations, buildings, as well as of Chinese experts and projects. The meeting was convened under the chairmanship of the Regional Police Officer Rawalpindi, Khalid Hamdani. | "The Special Branch Rawalpindi has been instructed to conduct a fresh security audit of housing societies, including their staff and security guards. It has [also] been dire…
(2026-03-20). UPI Integrated Credit Cards: The Next Big Thing in India. ummid.com A UPI-integrated Credit Card is a card linked to a UPI app, enabling you to pay merchants by scanning a QR code instead of swiping a physical card.
(2026-03-20). The Relentless Nightmare of Fukushima, 15 Years On. counterpunch.org 
Nine countries now possess nuclear weapons and we have just seen the start of a new war in the Middle East over one more nation supposedly trying to acquire them. While we consider the dangers of such weapons and their capacity to cause massive destruction, we often overlook the risks associated with what still passes for "peaceful" nuclear power. With that in mind, let me revisit a moment when that reality should have become far clearer.
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(2026-03-20). Blaze Erupts in Bhubaneswar Market Complex: Swift Action Averts Disaster. devdiscourse.com A fire broke out in Bhubaneswar's CRP Square market complex on Friday morning, according to officials. A trader first discovered the fire upon noticing smoke in his shop around 10 am, prompting an immediate response from the local fire department.
(2026-03-20). Trump-appointed arts panel approves gold coin featuring his image. dawn.com A federal arts panel comprised of members appointed by Donald Trump on Thursday unanimously approved a commemorative gold coin featuring his image, part of a series of coins the US Mint is planning to produce to celebrate America's 250th birthday this year. | The 24-carat gold coin is the latest effort by Trump and his allies to put the president's name on buildings, government programmes and US currency since his second White House term During a presentation by a US Mint official to the Commission of Fine Arts, discussion turned to what dia…
(2026-03-20). Power Without Principle: The Rise of the Bully Presidency. counterpunch.org 
"When you're a star, they let you do it. You can do anything… Grab 'em by the ____. You can do anything." — Donald J. Trump on seizing women, Access Hollywood (2005) "I think I can do anything I want with it. Whether I free it, take it, I think I can do anything I
(2026-03-20). When New Guards Readied to Lead Nepal. ummid.com When most of the veterans and their parties failed to impress the electorates of Nepal in the recently conducted single day polling on 5 March 2026, a relatively new party and young leaders earned mandates in the Himalayan republic.
(2026-03-20). New Zealand dominate South Africa for 2-1 T20 series lead. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-03-20). SA transitions from exporting raw materials to building industries. sanews.gov.za SA transitions from exporting raw materials to building industries | The government has introduced measures aimed at shifting decisively from the export of raw minerals towards the development of competitive local industries. ⚪ "Government remains committed to ensuring that South Africa builds diversified mineral value chains that create sustainable jobs, expand industrial capacity and broaden economic ownership, particularly among the youth of our country," Deputy President Paul Mashatile said on Thursday. ⚪ He was responding to Oral Questions in the National Assembly as part of Parliament's oversight and acc…
(2026-03-20). England recall Mainoo, Maguire for pre-World Cup matches. tribune.com.pk 
Manchester United duo Harry Maguire and Kobbie Mainoo as well as Leeds striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin on Friday earned international recalls as Thomas Tuchel named a 35-man squad for pre-World Cup friendlies against Uruguay and Japan. | Everton midfielder James Garner and Brighton goalkeeper Jason Steele received their first England call-ups. | AC Milan defender Fikayo Tomori and Tottenham forward Dominic Solanke were also brought in but there was no place for Trent Alexander-Arnold or Luke Shaw. | Real Madrid midfielder Jude Bellingham is included even though he has not played since early February due to a ham…
(2026-03-20). 5 arrested, terrorist plot targeting railway tracks in Karachi foiled: Sindh CTD. dawn.com KARACHI: The Sindh Counter-terrorism Department (CTD) on Friday arrested five members of the proscribed Baloch Republican Guard (BRG), who were allegedly planning to carry out an attack on railway tracks in Karachi. | In a press release, the department said that it conducted a joint intelligence-based operation (IBO) with rangers and the federal intelligence agency, "arresting five members of the BRG, and foiling a terrorist plan on railway tracks in Karachi". | The CTD said, in its statement, that the group has carried out "six low-intensity explosions in Jacobabad, Shikarpur districts of Sindh, resulting in par…
(2026-03-20). Ask a Climate Therapist: How can I balance my travel itch with guilt about emissions? grist.org 
Dear Leslie, | Almost all of the money I save goes toward travel — meeting friends abroad, visiting relatives, or checking national and international parks off my bucket list. I try to be as sustainable in my personal life as possible, but I love traveling, despite knowing that travel is where some of our greatest carbon emissions come from. Every time I fly now, I feel this guilt and fear, and it's sometimes hard to balance it with my excitement. How would you recommend proceeding when some of the decisions we make in our personal lives are at odds with our beliefs and goals? | — Wondering Wander…
(2026-03-20). Special-Interest Super PACs Underperform in Illinois. portside.org Special-Interest Super PACs Underperform in Illinois |
(2026-03-20). Choosing Life: Ukraine's Quiet Work of Healing War Trauma. counterpunch.org 
The online gathering carried a quiet urgency. Veterans, psychologists, and aid workers had come together to discuss something rarely visible in wartime reporting: how Ukraine was trying to heal the psychological wounds of war. Russia's full-scale invasion had entered its fourth year, yet the war was increasingly competing for international attention. Events in the Middle
(2026-03-20). Renaming of Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed Medical College sparks outrage. ummid.com The Assam cabinet's decision to approve the proposal to rename the Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed Medical College in Barpeta has sparked outrage.
(2026-03-20). Salah ruled out of Liverpool's Brighton clash. tribune.com.pk 
Mohamed Salah will miss Liverpool's trip to Brighton on Saturday with a muscle injury ⚪ a major blow for manager Arne Slot as he chases a Champions League place next season. | The Egypt forward was forced off at Anfield on Wednesday after scoring in Liverpool's 4-0 victory against Galatasary, a result that took them through to the quarter-finals of this season's Champions League. | In-form Salah, 33, has scored in three of his past four starts after a lean spell. | "It's unusual," Slot said at his pre-match press conference on Friday. "As a result of that I think you can expect the outcome. So, (he's) not ava…
(2026-03-20). Human Rights Month: South Africa honours its legacy of courage. sanews.gov.za Human Rights Month: South Africa honours its legacy of courage | South Africans at large will commemorate Human Rights Day on Saturday, 21 March, under the theme: 'A Legacy of Courage: Protecting Rights, Preserving Humanity'. | Observed annually on 21 March since the advent of democracy, Human Rights Day marks South Africa's progressive trajectory toward an equal, free, and open democratic society. | The day serves as a reminder of the 1960 Sharpeville Massacre, where 69 people were killed by police during a peaceful protest against apartheid "pass laws". 21 March is a call for South Africans to reflect on the s…
(2026-03-20). Shaan Shahid addresses his role in upcoming film Bullah. tribune.com.pk 
Shaan Shahid is considered one of Pakistan's top film stars. Since his debut in Bulandi, his career has steadily grown, making him one of the prominent figures in the industry. After staying away from the spotlight, he is set to return this Eidul Fitr in the new film Bullah. | In a podcast with Zohaib Saleem Butt, he discussed his upcoming project and his journey in the cinema industry. | He revealed that early in his career, he received offers for Punjabi films. Having just returned from New York, he decided to stay in classical Punjabi cinema and understand the style of its heroes. He says he watched nearly…
(2026-03-20). Amazon Prime Video Unveils 'Naagzilla': A Fantasy Adventure with Kartik Aaryan. devdiscourse.com Amazon Prime Video has taken the wraps off its latest fantasy creation, 'Naagzilla: Naag Lok Ka Pehla Kaand', headlined by Kartik Aaryan. This revelation came during the 'It Starts Here' event in Mumbai, underscoring the streaming giant's commitment to expanding its theatrical ventures in 2026.
(2026-03-20). Alizeh Shah shuts door on Yasir Nawaz despite his praise. tribune.com.pk 
Alizeh Shah and Yasir Nawaz are both well-known Pakistani actors who previously worked together on the drama Mera Dil Mera Dushman. During that time, disagreements arose between them, which gradually turned into a long-standing feud. Since then, both have publicly made critical remarks against each other online. | The conflict first gained attention when Nawaz shared opinions about Alizeh during his appearance on Ahsan Khan's show on Express TV. | View this post on Instagram | In response, Alizeh accused him of behaving inappropriately and warned that she would reveal more information if he continued. She took…
(2026-03-20). Sber Outlines India Development Plans. infobrics.org An interview on AI deployment, national currency payments, and cross-border workforce initiatives shaping Russia—India cooperation…
(2026-03-20). Israeli strike narrowly misses RT journalist reporting in Lebanon. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-03-20). American Jewish Organizations Are Making a Dangerous Mistake. portside.org American Jewish Organizations Are Making a Dangerous Mistake |
(2026-03-20). Gold, silver prices fall further in global and local markets. tribune.com.pk 
Gold and silver prices declined further in both international and domestic markets on Friday. | In the international bullion market, the price of gold fell by $81 per ounce to reach $4,686. | In Pakistan, the price of gold per tola decreased by Rs8,100 to Rs491,362, while the price per 10 grams fell by Rs6,945 to Rs421,263. | Silver prices also recorded a decline, with the per tola rate falling by Rs50 to Rs7,684. | The price of silver per 10 grams decreased by Rs43 to Rs6,587. | Read: Reserves climb to $21.7b | Earlier on Thursday, gold prices in Pakistan plunged, mirroring a steep decline in the internationa…
(2026-03-20). India's five key states to elect new assemblies in April 2026. ummid.com The Election Commission of India (ECI) Sunday March 15, 2026 announced the election schedule of India's five key states namely — West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Assam, Kerala, and Puducherry.
(2026-03-20). Punjab plans 'drone shield' to counter aerial threats. dawn.com • Rawalpindi civil defence department gets first 'anti-drone gun' to intercept UAVs | • Police suggest deployment of more systems to protect Chinese nationals, key installations | LAHORE/RAWAL ≠PINDI: After multiple incidents in which drones were Besides the garrison city, the home department plans to equip civil defence units ac…
(2026-03-20). Tories face backlash over anti-Muslim rhetoric. dawn.com ⚪ SADIQ Khan and journalist Saima Mohsin address the Iftar event at Trafalgar Square.—X/mayoroflondon | • Badenoch defends shadow justice secretary for calling public prayer 'an act of domination' | • Labour accuses Tories of 'divisive politics'; Starmer says party seems to have 'a problem with Muslims' | • Controversy centres on popular 'Open Iftar' event | LONDON: Conservative lea ≠der Kemi Badenoch defen ≠ded her party's shadow justice secretary, Nick Timothy, after he described Islamic prayers held in public spaces as "an act of domination",…
(2026-03-20). Nandita Bajaj: Confronting Patriarchy, Pronatalism, and Population Denial. counterpunch.org Not so long ago, the conventional wisdom in most liberal/left circles was that people concerned about population growth tended to be racists, nativists, and eugenicists. And mostly old white guys, according to a leading UK environmental writer. "It's no coincidence that most of those who are obsessed with population growth are post-reproductive wealthy white men:
(2026-03-20). Examining Christian and Jewish Extremism. ummid.com Amid the onging wars, it has become important to interrogate extremist interpretations of Christianity and Judaism, particularly as they are used to justify war, territorial expansion and military policies that target civilians.
(2026-03-20). Eid 2026 Moon Sighting in Saudi Arabia Today: Live Updates. ummid.com The Supreme Court of Saudi Arabia, Ministry of Justice UAE, Religious Authorities and Moon Sighting Committees in Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Morocco, Jordan and other Arab states in separate appeals have called upon the local residents to sight the Crescent, the New Moon, of the month of Shawwal 1447 AH today i.e. Wednesday 29th of Ramadan 1447 AH corresponding to March 18, 2026.
(2026-03-20). Dollar slips, bonds struggle as Iran war spurs hawkish rate rethink. tribune.com.pk 
The dollar headed towards a weekly loss on Friday while bonds remained under pressure, after global central bankers warned that the Middle East war could reignite inflation. | A dip in oil prices offered brief relief for markets, but trading stayed choppy and nerves frayed, highlighting how brittle investor confidence remains. | Following a hectic week of monetary policy meetings across effectively the Group of Seven (G7) nations and others, the key takeaway for investors has been the prospect of a more aggressive policy tightening path. | Traders are no longer expecting a Federal Re…
(2026-03-20). India: A Beacon of Stability Amid Global Turmoil. devdiscourse.com In a world gripped by conflict and instability, India's steadfast progress and spiritual grounding stand out, according to Union Coal and Mines Minister G Kishan Reddy. On Friday, Reddy marked the Ugadi festival with a visit to Tirumala, where he received blessings from Lord Venkateswara Swamy.
(2026-03-20). Cancelled before the finale: Streaming giants betray with broken promises. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-03-20). CARTOONS: Mark David is filling up with gas. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-03-20). Most Impeachable Person in U.S. History. progressivehub.net PROGRESSIVE HUB TEAM…
(2026-03-20). Zartasha Kashif's father emotional over online trolling. tribune.com.pk 
Zartasha Kashif, known on social media as Tashu, is a young creator and model who has collaborated with various brands and appeared on recent podcasts and shows. Participating in Shan-e-Ramazan this year, several of her clips went viral on social media with viewers reacting to her expressions and commentary. While many found her appearance charming, some criticized her for being over the top. | The criticism that Zarasha has faced has affected her family, especially her father who expressed his distress over the online trolling directed at his six-year-old daughter. | View this post on Instagram | Content crea…
(2026-03-20). In Pictures: 1,300-yr-old Othman bin Affan Mosque in Jeddah. ummid.com Over 1,300 years-old Othman bin Affan Mosque in Historic Jeddah stands as one of the city's oldest archaeological landmarks.
(2026-03-20). Maharashtra colleges violating girls fee waiver scheme to face action. ummid.com In a stern warning to the colleges in Maharashtra denying admission to girl students under the state's fee waiver scheme, the government said affiliation of such institutes could be cancelled.
(2026-03-20). Govt urges conservation amid risks to fuel supply. dawn.com • PM directs emergency measures, consultation with provinces; informed ample stocks available | • People asked to avoid unnecessary travel, adapt in light of regional tensions | • More austerity measures said to be on the cards | ISLAMABAD: As the
(2026-03-20). Calls for de-escalation in Middle East as PM Shehbaz speaks to several world leaders. dawn.com Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday discussed the ongoing hostilities in the Middle East in phone calls with leaders from several countries, with all calling for de-escalation in the region. | The ongoing war, The Prime Minister's Office (PMO) said on the social media platform X that the premier held a telephone conversation with Azerbaijan'
(2026-03-20). EU leaders clash with Hungary's Orban for blocking Ukraine loan. scmp.com European Union leaders failed to convince Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban on Thursday to lift his blockade on a €90 billion (US$103 billion) EU loan to help Ukraine keep up its fight against Russia's invasion. | After a summit in Brussels, several leaders voiced deep frustration with Orban, who has cited a dispute over a war-damaged pipeline to justify blocking the implementation of the loan agreed back in December.
(2026-03-20). Long-awaited justice brings joy as uMzimkhulu communities reclaim land. sanews.gov.za Long-awaited justice brings joy as uMzimkhulu communities reclaim land | Communities in uMzimkhulu have welcomed what they described as a long-awaited moment of justice and restoration, as President Cyril Ramaphosa officially handed over title deeds to land claim beneficiaries on Friday. | The handover, which forms part of government's Land Restitution Programme under the Restitution of Land Rights Act, restores more than 17 000 hectares of land to four claimant groups ⚪ the Ngunjini, Ndzimankulu/Vierkant and St Paul communities, as well as the Lawrence family. | For many beneficiaries, the ceremony marked the e…
(2026-03-20). Violence over events abroad won't be tolerated: CDF Munir. dawn.com ISLAMABAD: Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshal Asim Munir warned religious leaders that violence in the country, triggered by events abroad, would not be tolerated, Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said on Thursday. | "Violence in Pakistan, on the basis of incidents occurring in another country, will not be tolerated," the military's media wing quoted Field Marshal Munir as saying during a meeting with Shia clerics. | According to ISPR, the army chief interacted with the Shia clergy earlier this week in Rawalpindi, where "matters of national security and the role of ulema in societ…
(2026-03-20). FIFA fines Israeli FA for anti-discrimination rules breaches. tribune.com.pk 
FIFA fined the Israeli Football Association (IFA) 150,000 Swiss francs ($190,700) on Thursday for "multiple breaches" of its anti-discrimination obligations. | A report by the disciplinary committee of world football's governing body found the IFA "failed to take meaningful action" against the club Beitar Jerusalem for "persistent and well-documented racist behaviour". | In October 2024, the Palestine Football Association reported allegations of discrimination by the IFA to FIFA, which began an investigation. | FIFA did not opt for the sanction requested by the Palestinian FA, which argued that the IFA should…
(2026-03-20). Chuck Norris, macho star of 'Walker, Texas Ranger', dies at 86. tribune.com.pk 
Chuck Norris, the former martial arts champion and 1980s action-film hero who fought the bad guys in "Code of Silence", "Missing in Action" and "The Delta Force" and upheld the law in the TV series "Walker, Texas Ranger" died on Thursday, his family said in a statement on his Instagram account on Friday. | "While we would like to keep the circumstances private, please know that he was surrounded by his family and was at peace," the statement read. | View this post on Instagram | The six-time undefeated World Professional Middleweight Karate Champion, whose tough-guy image inspired sa…
(2026-03-20). Spain's looming migrant amnesty strains services. tribune.com.pk 
Spain's newest drive to fast-track legal status for at least half a million undocumented migrants has already burdened immigration offices and sparked anxiety among prospective applicants weeks before the process even begins, a dozen union officials, lawyers, and migrants said. | A lack of information and state funding for the process could derail the planned mass amnesty announced by the Spanish government last month, said two people involved in the drive, which is the latest installment of the relatively inclusive migration policy credited with driving Spain's economic boom in recent years. | The Spanish gov…
(2026-03-20). AEP Wants North Sea Oil Gas Now! wattsupwiththat.com What does AEP suggest we do when the wind does not blow?>
(2026-03-20). 'War has aged us': Lebanon's kids aren't alright as Israeli bombing continues unabated. dawn.com Forced by yet another Israeli bombardment on Lebanon to flee his home for the second time in just two years, and mourning lost relatives and friends, Hassan Kiki said he feels much older than 16. | "War has aged us… We have lived through what no one else has," the tall teen from south Lebanon told AFP in Beirut. | "I miss my school, my friends… I lost two cousins and two friends in a massacre in Shehabiyeh," he added, referring to a deadly Israeli strike in his town that killed at least Kik…
(2026-03-20). Powder Grab: The Ski Industry's Forgotten Coup. levernews.com 
(2026-03-20). What to Do With Cesar Chavez Street? counterpunch.org 
Cesar Chavez abused and raped women and girls for years, a New York Times investigation revealed this week. The celebrated union organizer and leader of abused and poisoned farmworkers, stands accused of sexually assaulting two girls in the 1970s as well as Dolores Huerta, with whom he co-founded the United Farm Workers, in the 1960s,
(2026-03-20). Artemis II Moon Rocket cleared for April 2026 launch. ummid.com The Amercian space agency, NASA, has cleared Artemis II Moon Rocket for a launch in April 2026 with four astronauts onboard.
(2026-03-20). Utilities Efforts Would Undermine President Trump's Ratepayer Protection Pledge. wattsupwiththat.com Policymakers should resist calls to turn back the clock. Competition, not monopolies, will help the Trump administration protect customers from the costs of new energy infrastructure.
(2026-03-20). Make Trouble, Not War: Nancy Kurshan Tells Her Story. counterpunch.org 
The first time I heard about the Yippies, I was almost thirteen. The Democratic Convention was going full swing in Chicago in August 1968. I delivered the Washington Post back then and read the reports from the Chicago streets each morning before I began my route. Cops were beating on everyone with the full support
(2026-03-20). Mashatile joins growing Alex 10k race. sanews.gov.za Mashatile joins growing Alex 10k race | Deputy President Paul Mashatile will on Saturday participate in the Alex 10K race in Alexandra township, Gauteng. | The Alex 10K race entered its second year in 2025, following Adreach Group's three-year partnership with Run Alex Athletics Club. This collaboration is aimed not only to revive road running events in Alexandra but to promote local tourism under the theme: 'Explore Alex on Foot'. | "The purpose for the race is to fund grassroots operations for the Run Alex Athletics Club and support the Read Alex Project, a Saturday programme aimed at improving literacy and ed…
(2026-03-20). Trump's Crusade: Christian Nationalism and the Making of a Holy War. counterpunch.org 
(2026-03-20). Rain likely in Karachi, other Sindh cities on 1st day of Eid: PMD. dawn.com KARACHI: The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) on Friday forecast rain in Karachi and other parts of Sindh for tomorrow, when the country will celebrate the first day of In its daily weather forecast, the weather body said a westerly wave was "continuously affecting" most parts of the country. | It said "rain/thunderstorm with strong winds" was likely in Karachi Division and various other Sindh districts tomorrow. | The same was forecast for Larkana, Qambar-Shahdadkot, Shikarpur, J…
(2026-03-20). No time for losers: Why the war meant to save Israel may destroy it. strategic-culture.su By Ramzy BAROUD | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | When Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu launched their military aggression again…
(2026-03-20). SDPI Women's Wing Demands Apology Over Derogatory Remarks by AIADMK Leaders. devdiscourse.com On Friday, the Women's Wing of the Social Democratic Party of India (SDPI) forcefully denounced senior AIADMK leaders, C Ve Shanmugam and Dindigul C Sreenivasan, for making derogatory remarks about women.
(2026-03-20). Brunei-China Ties Are Strong, But the People-To-People Bridge Needs Work. uwidata.com By Mehmet Enes Be≈üer China's relations with the People's Republic of Brunei Darussalam in recent years have generally been good across the board. From expanded trade and investment ties to BRI-enabled infrastructure development, the two countries have forged what both sides refer to as a "strategic cooperative partnership." Brunei has pursued a pragmatic stance in …
(2026-03-20). AUKUS ties nuclear anchor around neck. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-03-20). WTO to examine EU complaint over China high-tech patents. tribune.com.pk 
The World Trade Organization agreed Thursday to establish a panel to examine an EU complaint over China's rules on royalty rates for high-tech patents. | The European Commission has accused China of pressuring innovative European high-tech companies into lowering their fees by allowing its courts to set binding worldwide royalty rates. | The WTO said in a statement that its Dispute Settlement Body (DSB) had agreed during a meeting to create a panel to rule on the EU complaint, first filed in January 2025. | In the complaint, Brussels charged that Beijing's practices were inconsistent with international trade r…
(2026-03-20). Letter From Skopje, North Macedonia. counterpunch.org 
Leaving the Visoki Dečani monastery, I decided to take back roads through central Kosovo to get to the airport and turn in my rental car. I had the option of driving to Skopje and returning it there, but crossing the fro
(2026-03-20). Santner Leads New Zealand in Decisive T20 Clash Against South Africa. devdiscourse.com In a thrilling contest at Eden Park, New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner won the toss and elected to field first in the third T20 International against South Africa. The five-match series currently hangs in balance at 1-1, setting the stage for a crucial encounter on Friday.
(2026-03-20). Failing To Destroy Hezbollah, Israel Seeks To Spark A Lebanese Civil War. scheerpost.com Robert Inlakesh for MintPress News urprised by the intensity of Hezbollah's retaliatory attacks against it, Israel appears to be pivoting to sow internal chaos within Lebanon's borders in a bid to trigger a catastrophic civil war. An attempted coup against the Lebanese military's leadership may be the catalyst. At the beginning of May, the extent …
(2026-03-20). Eid 2026 Moon Sighting in India, Pakistan, Bangladesh: Live Updates. ummid.com Eid Moon Sighting India, Pakistan, Bangladesh: The Moon Sighting Committees in India, Pakistan, Nepal and Bangladesh have issued advisory to Muslims in the four countries to spot the Crescent Moon, Eid Moon or Eid Chand, Thursday 29th Ramadan 1447 H, corresponding to March 19, 2026 in the South Asian countries.
(2026-03-20). Canada-India Relations: Examining Transnational Repressions. devdiscourse.com The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) Commissioner, Mike Duheme, has declared that there are no longer any clandestine activities or transnational repressions in Canada connected to the Indian government. Discussing the subject with CTV News, Duheme emphasized that current investigations do not reveal any links to foreign entities.
(2026-03-20). SCOTUS Case on Munitions in Guam Could Set Precedent for Indigenous Rights. truthout.org The U.S. Supreme Court has agreed to hear a case that could determine the future of a beach with cultural and ecological importance to the Indigenous CHamoru people of Guam. The case is an appeal from the U.S. Air Force, which wants to continue the open detonation of obsolete munitions on Tarague Beach in northern Guam — a site located directly above the sole-source aquifer providing 80 percent of… |
(2026-03-20). Wrong, Daily Mail, Antarctica's Thwaites Glacier Isn't on the Road to Collapse by 2067. wattsupwiththat.com There is a pattern here. The Daily Mail has long demonstrated a preference for dramatic, attention-grabbing headlines that far oversell the actual story. Climate Realism has debunked its false, hyperbolic disaster scenario claims dozens of times. "Doomsday Glacier collapse by 2067" fits that formula perfectly — a bold date, a catastrophic label, and minimal context. That may drive clicks, but it does not accurately reflect the measured data or the scientific uncertainty involved.
(2026-03-20). Limpopo police refute social media claims. sanews.gov.za Limpopo police refute social media claims | The Limpopo Commissioner of Police, Lieutenant General Thembi Hadebe, has noted with concern the circulation of unverified and misleading information on social media platforms on alleged criminal activities involving a "crying doll" used to lure community members out of their homes. ⚪ According to circulating claims, the alleged incidents involve a doll that cries or screams like a baby during the early hours of the morning, prompting residents to go outside, where they are then reportedly mugged. ⚪ Hadebe has categorically refuted these claims, saying that no such i…
(2026-03-20). President to hand over title deeds in KwaZulu-Natal. sanews.gov.za President to hand over title deeds in KwaZulu-Natal | President Cyril Ramaphosa is set to preside over a significant land restitution milestone today as government hands over title deeds to communities in uMzimkhulu in KwaZulu-Natal. | The ceremony, to be held at the Esayidi Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) College uMzimkhulu Campus, will see more than 17 000 hectares of land restored to four claimant groups ⚪ the St Paul, Ngunjini, Ndzimankulu/Vierkant communities, and the Lawrence family. | The handover forms part of government's ongoing land restitution programme under the Restitution o…
(2026-03-20). 19-Year-Old Royer Perez-Jimenez Dies in ICE Jail Known for Abuse. truthout.org A teenager who was arrested in January after being stopped for a traffic violation in Florida is now believed to be the youngest person to have died in immigration detention under the second Trump administration, after US Immigration and Customs Enforcement notified Congress of the 19-year-old's death this week. Royer Perez-Jimenez was found unresponsive by a detention officer at Glades… |
(2026-03-20). Root cause of major problems the world is facing today. ummid.com Both these phenomenon, Colonialism and Imperialism, have been the forces at the roots of major problems which the world is facing today.
(2026-03-20). TNPA appoints FFS Tank Terminals to refurbish Port of Cape Town. sanews.gov.za TNPA appoints FFS Tank Terminals to refurbish Port of Cape Town | Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) has appointed FFS Tank Terminals as the preferred bidder to refurbish and operate a liquid bulk terminal for a 25-year concession period at the Port of Cape Town. ⚪ The terminal, specialising in edible oils and compatible cargo, is a brownfield development covering approximately 6,289 m ≤ within the Liquid Bulk Precinct, boasting a projected investment value of R102 million – including capital and maintenance costs. ⚪ FFS Tank Terminals will finance, construct, operate and maintain the liquid bulk term…
(2026-03-20). The Biden Boom and the Trump Slump: A Serious Comparison of the Two Economies. counterpunch.org 
President Trump and his administration have repeatedly sought to contrast the economy since the start of his term with what they claim was a disastrous Biden administration. As Trump put it on March 4, 2025 in his address to Congress, "We inherited from the last administration an economic catastrophe and an inflation nightmare." To hear
(2026-03-20). Quitting ChatGPT changes nothing: You from techno-fascism. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-03-20). How Zionists in US, Israel weaponized religion to launch unholy wars. ummid.com Across centuries, crusading armies marched across continents to the battle cry Deus vult — God wills it, wearing the mask of faith and annihilation cloaked in the mantle of sanctimony.
(2026-03-20). Iran war revives pandemic-era shocks — and may go further. scmp.com By the time this column appears, the world will feel very different from when my previous column appeared earlier this month. In just days, a conflict that some in Washington seemed to believe would quickly topple Iran's leadership has instead become a potentially long and uncertain war, with little clarity on how or when it will end. | The front lines will have shifted, more oil tankers will have been stuck at sea and more flights cancelled, and there will almost certainly have been further…
(2026-03-20). Meet Mohd Umair: AMU Alumnus Selected as ISRO Scientist. ummid.com Aligarh Muslim University: Mohammed Umair, an alumnus of Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), has been selected as a Scientist at the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO).
(2026-03-20). Pakistan warns against water weaponisation at UN, rejects India's IWT stance. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan has warned at the United Nations against the "weaponisation of water", calling it a threat to regional stability, economic security, and the livelihoods of millions, while strongly criticising India's stance on the Indus Waters Treaty. | Speaking at a high-level event marking World Water Day, Climate Change Minister Musadik Malik said the politicisation of water resources amounted to an attack on Pakistan's social and economic fabric, Radio Pakistan reported. | He described India's move to place the treaty in abeyance as "deeply concerning", terming it unilateral, unjustified, and in violation of a lo…
(2026-03-20). SPL 25/26 MW26: Al-Nassr, Toney remain on top; Joao Felix shines with brace. ummid.com Saudi Pro League 2025/26: Al-Nassr Saudi FC is leading as the top team whereas Al-Ahli's Ivan Toney remain the top goal scorer in the SPL 2025-26 standings released after Matchweek 26 ending Sunday March 15, 2026.
(2026-03-20). Netflix Live Streams: BTS Concert Set to Revolutionize Global Events. devdiscourse.com Netflix is preparing to embark on its most significant live streaming venture, as it sets to air a BTS comeback concert live from Seoul. This marks Netflix's first global broadcast of a music concert, slated to reach 190 countries, coinciding with the release of BTS's new album.
(2026-03-20). Runaway Couple Seeks Supreme Court Protection Amid High Court Jurisdiction Controversy. devdiscourse.com A dramatic situation unfolded at the Supreme Court as a runaway couple sought protection from familial harm.
(2026-03-20). Challenges and Possibilities of the Emerging New World Order. infobrics.org I want to talk a little about elements of the political economy of the Global South, trying to prioritize what I identify as challenges, but also the possibilities of the emergence of a new global order…
(2026-03-20). DPRK: Workers' Party of Korea holds Ninth Congress. workers.org The Workers' Party of Korea (WPK) convened its Ninth Party Congress on Feb. 19 in Pyongyang, the capital of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK). Over the next week, the 5,000 delegates to the Congress reviewed the work of the WPK from the preceding five years and discussed plans . . . |
(2026-03-20). The cost of loyalty: Australia's silence in America's war. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-03-20). The Trump Administration Just Won a Terrifying Victory Over Protesters. portside.org The Trump Administration Just Won a Terrifying Victory Over Protesters |
(2026-03-20). Make Matzah Not War: Easter, Passover, Nowruz, Eleusis the Spirit of Max. counterpunch.org 
Holidays whip up sweet and spicy memories of Captain Max that I stir into a new Spring casserole of vintage photos. Like onions, some make me cry, but most are tasty enough to make me smile and occasionally even lick my lips. I call it "collage therapy" and, like good holy-dazed comfort food with special
(2026-03-20). Echoes of the heart in folk melody. tribune.com.pk 
The latest musical release, featuring the voice of Shakeela Noon brings together three familiar names in contemporary Sindhi music, blending poetry, melody and visual storytelling into a piece that leans heavily on traditional sentiment. | Written by Ishaq Tunio and composed by Irfan Samo, track 'Dil Ghuray Pai Dilbari', translated loosely as 'the heart keeps yearning for love', attempts to capture the emotional texture that characterises much of modern Sindhi folk-inspired music. | Shakeela Noon's vocal performance remains the central strength of the production. Her singing carries a raw and unpolished sincer…
(2026-03-20). 30 planes prevented from entering Iranian war zone: Pakistan Airport Authority. dawn.com 
(2026-03-20). Govt rubbishes Afghan Taliban's 'frivolous' claim of Pakistan violating truce. dawn.com The information ministry on Friday rubbished the Afghan Taliban's claim of Pakistan violating the In a "No violation of the temporary pause has taken place along the western border by Pakistan and a…
(2026-03-20). Electric Car Registrations in U.S. Plunge 41% as Gas-Powered Vehicles Gain Traction. wattsupwiththat.com I have to wonder how many real opportunities for innovation were missed by car manufacturers who were forced to pander to the nonsense.
(2026-03-20). Volatility in Global Markets: Dollar Weakens Amid Bond Pressure. devdiscourse.com The dollar is poised for a weekly decline as global central bankers express concerns about inflation risks fueled by escalating Middle Eastern tensions. This comes as a turbulent week of monetary policy decisions across key global economies sets a precedent for tightened policies.
(2026-03-20). Marxism can still change the world. mronline.org 
I have spent my life interpreting capitalism in order to build an alternative.
(2026-03-20). Sound Police at the Oscars. counterpunch.org 
A decade ago, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences at last summoned the annually assembled Oscar orchestra into the Dolby Theatre to play for the annual awards ceremony in the auditorium where the industry, co
(2026-03-20). How active have Iran's proxy groups been since the start of the war? |
(2026-03-20). Gender conformity starts young — and boys and girls fall in line in different ways. |
(2026-03-20). Why 'decoupling' energy emissions from economic growth underpins the green transition. |
(2026-03-20). Magnetic fluid injected into the heart could stop strokes before they start. |
(2026-03-20). DGCA asks airlines to avoid 9 airspaces including UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain amid Iran war. coastaldigest.com
(2026-03-20). Guillaume Postel: o primeiro sionista cristà£o da História? strategic-culture.su
(2026-03-20). Power outages in heat waves and storms can threaten the lives of medical device users — we looked at who is most at risk. |
(2026-03-20). Diana Ferrus: the South African poet whose words reclaimed history. |
(2026-03-20). The silver lining in Europe's deforestation law delay: A chance to build fairer supply chains. |
(2026-03-20). What would a social media ban mean for Ireland's status as Europe's tech hub? |
(2026-03-20). As Bolivia's glaciers melt, new lakes threaten mountain communities. |
(2026-03-20). How AI English and human English differ — and how to decide when to use artificial language. |
(2026-03-20). The grief myth: it doesn't come in stages or follow a checklist — like love, it endures. |
(2026-03-20). Overconfidence is how wars are lost ‚àí lessons from Vietnam, Afghanistan and Ukraine for the war in Iran were ignored. |
(2026-03-20). Health insurance jargon can be frustrating and confusing — here's how to navigate it. |
(2026-03-20). Hundreds of hungry mosquitoes, a student volunteer and a mesh suit helped us figure out how these deadly insects reach their targets. |
(2026-03-20). Anti-Semitism? Trump's director of counterterrorism resigns, cites 'powerful' Israeli lobby. strategic-culture.su
(2026-03-20). Israel burns homes in Lebanon with U.S.-made incendiary weapons. wibailoutpeople.org
(2026-03-20). Global copper demand outstrips supply, threatening electrification and industrial growth. |
(2026-03-20). Argentina 50 years on from start of dictatorship — is it forgetting the disappeared? |
(2026-03-20). Information is a battlefield: 4 questions you can ask to judge the reliability of news reports and social posts about the US-Iran war. |
(2026-03-20). Why Middle East gas field attacks could send energy prices soaring. |
(2026-03-20). Silence between two fires: The psychological reality inside Iran. globalvoices.org
(2026-03-20). Nigel Farage attacks YouGov over low polling figures — but Reform's support is dropping across the board. |
(2026-03-20). How hatred of Jews became a common ground for Islamic terrorists and left-wing extremists, fueling domestic terrorism. |
(2026-03-20). Pittsburgh spends millions on juvenile detention — research points to cheaper, more effective alternatives. |
(2026-03-20). HBO's 'The Pitt' nails how hospital cyberattacks create chaos, endanger patients and disrupt critical care. |
(2026-03-20). Pakistan-Afghanistan conflict is rooted in local border dispute — but the risks extend across the region. |
(2026-03-20). What Future Are Americans Betting On? levernews.com
(2026-03-20). Cuba to host 10th International Trans Colloquium amid global rollback of rights. wibailoutpeople.org
(2026-03-20). You probably agree with the animals on which bird calls, frog noises and cricket chirps are most attractive — new research. |
(2026-03-20). Pakistan lashes out at India for 'weaponisation of water' over baseless allegations at UN. dawn.com
(2026-03-20). "We cannot eat grenades once the grains no longer grow:" European peace movements organize against militarization. peoplesdispatch.org
(2026-03-20). Pittsburgh's air pollution estimated to claim 3,000+ lives per year ‚àí and EPA rollbacks aren't helping. |
(2026-03-20). Trump's new child care subsidy rules compound an already dire situation for providers and families. |
(2026-03-20). Soaring gas prices prompt Trump to ease oil tanker rules — how waiving the Jones Act affects what you pay at the pump. |
(2026-03-20). The death blow for Europe: War in Iran and expensive energy. strategic-culture.su
(2026-03-20). Why Colorado River negotiations stalled, and how they could resume with the possibility of agreement. |
(2026-03-20). Guillaume Postel: o primeiro sionista cristà£o da História? strategic-culture.su
(2026-03-20). Fink Haysom fought tirelessly for justice and reconciliation — in South Africa and on the global stage. |
(2026-03-20). Early wins for the social media ban, new survey claims. But the full picture is far more complicated. |
(2026-03-20). Israeli action in Lebanon risks repeating history's mistakes — and torpedoing a historic moment for dialogue. |
(2026-03-20). Targeting of energy facilities turned Iran war into worst-case scenario for Gulf states. |
(2026-03-20). Federal judge temporarily blocks RFK Jr.'s vaccine agenda — an epidemiologist answers questions parents may have. |
(2026-03-20). Moral metrics: Are corporate algorithms becoming our new moral authorities? |
(2026-03-20). A man used AI to help make a cancer vaccine for his dog — an oncologist urges caution. |
(2026-03-20). Cuba actualiza sus estrategias para defender el curso escolar ante el recrudecimiento del bloqueo. cubadebate.cu "La educación es y seguirá siendo prioridad en cualquier circunstancia", recordó este jueves en la Mesa Redonda la ministra de Educación, Naima Trujillo Barreto, citando las palabras del presidente cubano, y añadió: "Ciertamente, la complejidad de las circunstancias está totalmente conectada con el esfuerzo extraordinario que también ha sido necesario hacer".
(2026-03-20). China perfila su futuro y refuerza su respaldo a Cuba frente a la presión de EEUU. cubadebate.cu Con una planificación estratégica sostenida, una apuesta decidida por la innovación y un enfoque centrado en el bienestar de su población, China se proyecta como un referente de desarrollo en el escenario internacional. Así se proyectó el país asiático en las "Dos Sesiones", cónclaves de los órganos legislativo y político.
(2026-03-20). Lula critica la guerra contra Irán y líderes que actúan como "dueños del mundo" cubadebate.cu El presidente de Brasil, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, lanzó duras críticas contra políticas expansionistas que amenazan la soberanía de otros países. En su discurso de apertura de la 17. ™ Caravana Federativa, el líder brasileño se mostró indignado por el comportamiento de ciertos mandatarios que actúan como "dueños del mundo".
(2026-03-20). Constató Consejo de Estado implementación del Programa Económico y Social del Gobierno para el año 2026. cubadebate.cu Aprueban pautas generales para el desarrollo del movimiento popular-participativo Mi Barrio por La Patria, el cual tiene como objetivo promover un conjunto de acciones en la comunidad y en el barrio en función de las prioridades del país, frente al recrudecimiento del bloqueo impuesto por el Gobierno de Estados Unidos.
(2026-03-20). Constató Consejo de Estado implementación del Programa Económico y Social del Gobierno para el año 2026. cubadebate.cu Aprueban pautas generales para el desarrollo del movimiento popular-participativo Mi Barrio por La Patria, el cual tiene como objetivo promover un conjunto de acciones en la comunidad y en el barrio en función de las prioridades del país, frente al recrudecimiento del bloqueo impuesto por el Gobierno de Estados Unidos.
(2026-03-20). Lula critica la guerra contra Irán y líderes que actúan como "dueños del mundo" cubadebate.cu El presidente de Brasil, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, lanzó duras críticas contra políticas expansionistas que amenazan la soberanía de otros países. En su discurso de apertura de la 17. ™ Caravana Federativa, el líder brasileño se mostró indignado por el comportamiento de ciertos mandatarios que actúan como "dueños del mundo".
(2026-03-20). Senegal stripped of title: Afcon ruling is lawful, but it puts Caf's reputation at risk. |
(2026-03-20). La todopoderosa OTAN tiene miedo de Irán. strategic-culture.su
(2026-03-20). La todopoderosa OTAN tiene miedo de Irán. strategic-culture.su
(2026-03-20). Paura per la Terza Guerra Mondiale ma pochi consensi alla corsa al riarmo. strategic-culture.su Sergio CARARO | Segue nostro La popolazione dell'UE contro la guerra. La persistenza e la consistenza della quota di popolazione contraria nonostante tutto al riarmo e al militarismo, rappresenta una base sociale per opporsi a questo piano inclinato verso la guerra | Sono assai interessanti e rivelatori i risultati di un sondaggio condotto da Politico negli Stati Uniti, in Francia, Germania, Gran Bretagna, Canada su 10.289 persone e pres…
(2026-03-20). Long before Trump: How US policy has harmed the environment for decades. aljazeera.com Environment advocacy groups are suing the US government over climate change policy rollback.
(2026-03-20). Muslims celebrate Eid al-Fitr around the world amid shadow of war. aljazeera.com People gather with family and for congregational prayers to mark the end of the holy fasting month.
(2026-03-20). Guardiola sidesteps Arsenal League Cup final rivalry as 'world collapses'. aljazeera.com Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola refuses to talk rivalry with Arsenal at a time when 'the world is going to collapse'.
(2026-03-20). Slovenia heads to polls with diverging views on Israel in focus. aljazeera.com Slovenia's election sees the centre-left coalition take on the populist right amid claims of foreign meddling.
(2026-03-20). FIFA World Cup 2026: Security concerns grow in US as funding stalls. aljazeera.com US preparations fall behind for FIFA World Cup 2026, leading to growing concerns about security risks at events.
(2026-03-20). Ian Powell: Iran, US imperialism and the New Zealand lapdog. asiapacificreport.nz 
COMMENTARY: By Ian Powell When Ayatollah Ali Hosseini Khamenei, Iran's Supreme Leader, was assassinated in the opening stages of the US-Israeli war against Iran, I didn't mourn. Khamenei was not someone who deserved to be mourned notwithstanding my contempt for the increasing use of assassination by aggressor nations; in this case the United States and…
(2026-03-20). Fiji set to host Israel and UAE embassies in Suva to boost ties with Middle East. asiapacificreport.nz RNZ Pacific High-ranking Fiji government ministers have formally approved plans for the establishment of resident embassies for Israel and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in Suva. The Fiji government has announced a double diplomatic expansion in a post-cabinet meeting statement on Wednesday. Fiji and Israel established diplomatic relations in 1970. The government said Israel's embassy…
(2026-03-20). Moscow calls for immediate end to hostilities amid U.S.-Israeli 'unprovoked aggression' on Iran. ecns.cn Moscow calls for an immediate end to the hostilities resulting from the "unprovoked aggression" by the United States and Israel against Iran, the Russian Foreign Ministry said Thursday in a statement regarding the unfolding situation in the Persian Gulf region.
(2026-03-20). Iran urges IAEA to condemn Israel's 'intentional' attack at Bushehr nuclear plant. ecns.cn Iran's envoy in Vienna has asked the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) to condemn the Israeli attack at Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant (NPP), calling the attack "a very grave and serious situation."
(2026-03-20). Trump says he will not put troops in Iran. ecns.cn U.S. President Donald Trump said Thursday he will not put troops in Iran as the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran is escalating.
(2026-03-20). China reports major discoveries of rare earth, other critical minerals. ecns.cn China has announced new discoveries of rare earth elements and other critical minerals in Sichuan and Gansu provinces, the Ministry of Natural Resources said, adding to the country's strategic resource base.
(2026-03-20). U.S. losing ground in Iran war on multiple fronts. ecns.cn The United States leadership has repeatedly declared victory in the war against Iran.
(2026-03-20). Global trade growth to slow in 2026 with further pressure from Middle East conflict: WTO. ecns.cn The World Trade Organization (WTO) said on Thursday that global trade growth is set to slow in 2026 after a stronger-than-expected performance in 2025, warning that the ongoing Middle East conflict could add further pressure on global trade.
(2026-03-20). China-Vietnam military ties to be bolstered. ecns.cn As the 10th border defense friendship exchange between China and Vietnam was held this week, the two nations' defense chiefs pledged to further enhance cooperation in multiple fields.
(2026-03-20). Over 200 Han Dynasty relics on display in Hong Kong to feast eyes of locals, tourists. ecns.cn Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and spiking oil prices are reshaping global capital flows, prompting investors to reassess their exposure to risk, an Istanbul-based economic analyst has said.
(2026-03-20). Pentagon seeks huge funding for war with Iran: Hegseth. ecns.cn U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth confirmed on Thursday that the Pentagon would ask Congress for more money to wage war in Iran.
(2026-03-20). Disclosed files show the Dalai Lama a political tool. ecns.cn For decades, the exiled Dalai Lama has been regarded by some people as a spiritual icon. Yet growing evidences, ranging from high-level criminal investigations tohis own public behavior, is beginning to dismantle this "holy" image.
(2026-03-20). Morale dips among U.S. troops as conflict with Iran escalates. ecns.cn U.S. troop morale is showing signs of strain as tensions with Iran escalate, underscored by a fire aboard the aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford that prompted a temporary port stop, according to media reports.
(2026-03-20). EU leaders vow vigilance against migratory flows, call for Mideast de-escalation. ecns.cn European Union (EU) leaders on Thursday pledged to remain vigilant against any spillover from the Middle East conflicts that could trigger migratory pressure on the bloc, as the conflicts pose growing risks to Europe.
(2026-03-20). China approves Meishan as national historical and cultural city. ecns.cn China's State Council has approved Meishan city, located in the southwestern Sichuan province, as a national historical and cultural city, according to a notice on the website of the Chinese government released on Thursday.
(2026-03-20). UN Commission on Status of Women concludes session on further advancing women rights. ecns.cn The UN Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) concluded its 70th session on Thursday, pledging a shared resolve to further advance women's rights.
(2026-03-20). China to leverage Sino-U.S. economic consultation mechanism to enhance communication. ecns.cn China and the United States have agreed to continue making good use of their economic and trade consultation mechanism to strengthen dialogue and communication, the Ministry of Commerce said on Thursday.
(2026-03-20). China updates regulations on registration of overseas manufacturers exporting food to China. ecns.cn China will implement new regulations on the registration of overseas manufacturers exporting food to China, starting from June this year, the General Administration of Customs (GAC) has announced.
(2026-03-20). China's growing soft power: the rise of 'Chinamaxxing'. ecns.cn The "Global Soft Power Index 2026" recently released by the British consulting firm "Brand Finance" shows that China ranks second globally in the soft power index, scoring 73.5 out of 100. Moreover, China was the only nation among the top 10 to see its score increase, ranking first globally in multiple indicators. According to the report, the United States records the steepest overall decline among all nation brands ranked. "America First" has sparked strong dissatisfaction within the international community, contributing to an 11-place drop for the United States in the key metric of "reputation." In contrast, Ch…
(2026-03-20). Monetary policy on easing track amid oil price shock. ecns.cn China's monetary policy is set to remain on an easing path to support growth and domestic demand as the United States Federal Reserve held rates steady amid rising oil prices driven by geopolitical uncertainties in the Middle East, officials and analysts said.
(2026-03-20). U.S. states contest Environmental Protection Agency's rollback of greenhouse gas endangerment finding. ecns.cn A coalition of more than 20 U.S. states, along with 10 dozen cities and counties, filed a legal challenge Thursday against the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), contesting the agency's rescission of the 2009 Greenhouse Gas Endangerment Finding, the legal cornerstone of federal climate regulation under the Clean Air Act.
(2026-03-20). Warwick Powell: Hong Kong remains a key hub linking China and the world. ecns.cn During this year's Two Sessions, both the Government Work Report and the draft outline of the 15th Five-Year Plan reaffirm clear directions for Hong Kong and Macao.
(2026-03-20). UN chief urges U.S., Israel to end war, warns of global consequences. ecns.cn UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Thursday urged the United States and Israel to end the war, and pressed for diplomacy to replace military action.
(2026-03-20). China's loan prime rates remain unchanged. ecns.cn China's one-year loan prime rate (LPR), a market-based benchmark lending rate, came in at 3 percent Friday, unchanged from the previous month.
(2026-03-20). Foreign leaders announce to attend Boao Forum for Asia Annual Conference 2026. ecns.cn The Boao Forum for Asia (BFA) Annual Conference 2026 will be held from March 24 to 27 in south China's Hainan Province, with several foreign leaders scheduled to attend, the organizers said on Thursday.
(2026-03-20). Romantic group wedding held on 12th Yangtze River Bridge in Wuhan. ecns.cn On March 18, the Shuangliu Yangtze River Bridge, built by Hubei Transportation Investment Group, became a wedding hall in the open air in Central China's Hubei.
(2026-03-20). Nearly 100 people evacuated after house fire in Hong Kong. ecns.cn A fire erupted in a tin-sheeted house near Lo Wai, Tsuen Wan District, Hong Kong, on Thursday night, with the alarm level raised to No. 3, local media reported.
(2026-03-20). Chinese yuan strengthens to 6.8898 against USD Friday. ecns.cn The central parity rate of the Chinese currency renminbi, or the yuan, strengthened 77 pips to 6.8898 against the U.S. dollar Friday, according to the China Foreign Exchange Trade System.
(2026-03-20). Three Possible Futures of the War on Iran: Stalemate, a Deal, or Regional Meltdown. moderndiplomacy.eu The war on Iran is now into its third week. The Strait of Hormuz remains heavily disrupted, and oil prices have moved above $100/brl following new Iranian attacks on UAE energy infrastructure. Over 20% of global oil and LNG transits Hormuz; Brent forecasts have been raised, and the IEA has already announced a record 400 …
(2026-03-20). Why Is China Keeping a Low Profile on the Iran War? moderndiplomacy.eu The Iran war has been going on for nearly three weeks, and one question that keeps coming up is, "Why isn't China actively stepping in to mediate this conflict, which is harmful to the global economy—and to its own interests as well?" The answer is very simple: China's losses are smaller than those of the …
(2026-03-20). Artificial Intelligence, Social Responsibility, and the Future of the Judiciary. moderndiplomacy.eu Honourable Justices, Excellencies, colleagues and friends, It is a privilege to address you today within the framework of this important initiative organized by the Global Academy for Future Governance. I would like to thank the organizers of this Global Advisory platform (along with Modern Diplomacy media platform) for bringing together distinguished participants from government, academia, …
(2026-03-20). ASEAN's Geoeconomic Turn is Real- But Its Institutions are still too Weak. moderndiplomacy.eu Authors: Armando Gomes and Dr. Atin Prabandari* The World Forces ASEAN to Think Geoeconomically In early March 2026, it was time for ASEAN to wake up to the reality that wars in distant lands could no longer be left entirely to diplomats. As the conflict in the Middle East continued unabated, ASEAN Foreign Ministers (FMs) …
(2026-03-20). Between the IMF's Hammer and the EU's Green Wall: The Neocolonial Scandal Behind Africa's Poverty. moderndiplomacy.eu Since the debt crisis hit developing countries in the 1980s, the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank have introduced structural adjustment programs in more than 40 Sub-Saharan African countries as a prerequisite for obtaining loans (Weider, 2024). These programs required recipient countries to liberalize trade, privatize state-owned enterprises, and cut subsidies and social spending …
(2026-03-20). Australian mosque protesters heckle Albanese over Gaza stance. newarab.com 
Protesters heckled and booed Some in Australia's Muslim and Jewish communities are angry over a fine line walked by the centre-left government since the Gaza war began, expressing concern for Palestinians, repeatedl…
(2026-03-20). Tunisian anti-racism activist sentenced to eight years in prison. newarab.com 
Tunisian anti-racism activist The 66-year-old had been at the forefront of defending Mosbah, the head of the Mnemty…
(2026-03-20). EU eyes energy tax cuts, subsidies to ease Iran war impact. newarab.com 
European Union leaders called on Thursday for temporary measures to mitigate the impact of a surge in Europe's heavy reliance on energy imports has left it exposed to spiralling prices since the
(2026-03-20). Netanyahu says 'we are winning' and Iran is being 'decimated'. newarab.com 
(2026-03-20). Ervand Abrahamian: Iran Under Fire. newleftreview.org One of modern Iran's leading historians provides a critical anatomy of the power structures of the Islamic Republic, on the eve of war—and a scathing denunciation of the long-incubated American-Israeli assault on the country, calculated to bring about Syria-style disintegration and civil war.
(2026-03-20). Nausicaa Renner: Party and Class. newleftreview.org Nausicaa Renner on Paul Heideman, Rogue Elephant. Hollowed-out parties and capitalist sectoralization said to underlie the Trumpian capture of the GOP.
(2026-03-20). Rohana Kuddus: Prabowo's Year One. newleftreview.org A critical-analytical portrait of Southeast Asia's answer to Trump, as the Indonesian President—formerly the Suharto dictatorship's crown prince and chief butcher in East Timor—re-centralizes power in the archipelago, strengthening the Army's place within the civil administration.
(2026-03-20). Xi Ruochen: In Search of Good Books. newleftreview.org Where might Chinese-language readers hungry for critical histories and marginalized voices find such books? A history of Sinosphere publishing, charting the relationship between Hong Kong and the Mainland within a broader media ecology from the Revolution to the present.
(2026-03-20). Costas Lapavitsas: A Topography of the New Dollar Imperialism. newleftreview.org Topography of the contemporary world economy as a system of subordination, structured by the primacy of Fed-backed dollar-liquidity and a world division of labour jointly configured by productive and financial capital, generating forms of peripheral financialization. Monetary dominance—ultimately underwritten by military force?
(2026-03-20). Susan Watkins: Trump Abroad. newleftreview.org In which direction is America heading, amid the strategic cacophony of Trump's second term—counter-revolution in the Caribbean, onslaught on Iran, somersaults on China? Analysis of the political logics at stake as the US ratchets up from covert to overt assassinations; from wars of attrition to wars of overthrow.
(2026-03-20). Emilie Bickerton: Subterranean Godard. newleftreview.org Emilie Bickerton on Michael Witt, Jean-Luc Godard's Unmade and Abandoned Projects. A 'negative' history that sheds new light on the master filmmaker.
(2026-03-20). Tony Wood: A Bolivarian Republic of Letters? newleftreview.org Tony Wood on Julio Cortázar, Carlos Fuentes, Gabriel García Márquez and Mario Vargas Llosa, Las cartas del Boom. Correspondence between four titans of the midcentury Latin American novel.
(2026-03-20). Trump & Netanyahu need to agree on future of Judea and Samaria. onlineopinion.com.au It beggars belief that President Trump and Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu can agree on prosecuting a war against Iran but have been unable to agree on the way forward to ending the Arab-Jewish conflict in Judea and Samaria (West Bank).
(2026-03-20). Do we live in Bizarro World now? onlineopinion.com.au In the comic book Bizarro World, all the traditional virtues and verities are turned on their head: good is bad, lies are truth, and villains are heroes. Moreover, this inverted reality is accepted as the norm.
(2026-03-20). Israel accusing Iran of lawbreaking is the height of hypocrisy. responsiblestatecraft.org In recent days, Israel and the United States have expressed outrage over the deliberate and indiscriminate targeting of civilians and civilian residences and infrastructure in Israel and the Gulf by Iranian forces. They have cited the illegality of such attacks, urged global condemnation, and
(2026-03-20). If surviving Trump meeting was goal, Takaichi leaves DC a winner. responsiblestatecraft.org Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's high-stakes meeting with President Donald Trump began with a warm embrace and opening remarks that established a favorable mood.Takaichi declared that "Donald" is the only person who can achieve peace and prosperity throughout the world, and that she intends to reach out to other countries to support his efforts. Trump congratulated Takaichi for her historic electoral victory, called her a "powerful woman," and thanked her for all she has done. But despite the positive atmosphere, this summit revealed the risks of Japan's policy of clinging to the United States while allowing i…
(2026-03-20). Zelensky versus the EU: Will Ukraine ever get in? responsiblestatecraft.org Ukraine's drive to join the European Union is facing increasing frustration. The obstacles are no longer coming from Russia, which has dropped its objection to Ukraine joining the EU: a key concession that grants a core demand of the Maidan protests of 2014. The frustration emerges because the EU cannot dramatically relax its rules of accession to satisfy Ukraine. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has
(2026-03-20). How Philly's Màºtter Museum is rethinking human remains in its collection. whyy.org 
(2026-03-20). WHYY Newscast for Friday 9:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-03-20). 'Seeking profit and power': Seaport Museum exhibit traces the first U.S.-China trade. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? When the American colonies declared independence in 1776, they lost their only offshore trading partner: England. The "That's a really critical moment," said Peter Seibert, president and CEO of the
(2026-03-20). WHYY Newscast for Friday 11:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-03-20). 'Real world consequences': Gov. Shapiro, AG Sunday join school discussion on AI after recent explicit deepfake scandals. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Pennsylvania officials are weighing new safeguards on artificial intelligence in schools after a series of incidents in which students used the technology to create explicit images of classmates. | Gov. Josh Shapiro on Thursday hosted a roundtable discussion at the West Chester Community Center with Attorney General Dave Sunday, state Rep. Chris Pielli, D-Chester, and local educators, counselors, students and parents. | "The mental health of our students — of our young…
(2026-03-20). How Philly's Màºtter Museum is rethinking human remains in its collection. whyy.org
(2026-03-20). Unearthing the Hidden Stories of Women Scientists. whyy.org In honor of Women's History Month, we shine a light on several great, but largely forgotten, women in science — from the life and inventions of physicist and chemist Katharine Burr Blodgett, and what it took to unearth her legacy, to the scientists who helped decode the universe, to one of the first female engineers hired to work on NASA missions. | Katharine Burr Blodgett, in her laboratory, examines a tube that was coated to make the glass non-reflecting, circa 1935. (Courtesy of the Museum of Innovation and Science)…
(2026-03-20). WHYY Newscast for Friday 6:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-03-20). Nature's sounds of spring. whyy.org Lace up your boots, on the first day of Spring, Jukebox Journey goes on a hike to hear the sounds of the season.
(2026-03-20). Precedent-setting Pa. rate case would protect residential electricity customers from data center costs in PPL territory. whyy.org This story is part of the From the Poconos to the Jersey Shore to the mouth of the Delaware Bay, what do you want to know about climate change? What would you like us to cover? | In an effort to tackle rising electricity rates connected to the expansion of data centers,
(2026-03-20). The surprising benefits of oversharing. whyy.org Imagine you're trying to decide who to date based on answers to questions on their online profile. When asked "Have you ever stolen anything worth more than one hundred dollars?" or "Have you ever neglected to tell a partner you have an STD" — one person answered all the questions and the other left them blank. Who would you pick? | It turns out most people chose the one who admitted to the irresponsible behavior. | This week, we talk to the researcher who conducted that study,
(2026-03-20). Studio 2 Extra: Delaware comics tell bold African history. whyy.org Manuel Godoy turned a comic into a cultural movement. Black Sands is redefining African history without Hollywood and without compromise.
(2026-03-20). European powers prepare participation in war against Iran. wsws.org On Thursday, the heads of state and government of France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, the UK and Japan issued a joint statement in which they pledged to keep the Strait of Hormuz open.
(2026-03-20). 25,000 Kaiser healthcare workers carry out one-day strike in defense of mental healthcare. wsws.org The well-attended picket lines gave showed healthcare workers are determined to fight against ongoing attacks on their working conditions and living standards. But the role of the union bureaucracy has been to undermine this growing movement, isolating different sections of the workforce from each other.
(2026-03-20). Blues singer John Hammond dead at 83. wsws.org While widely known and respected among musicians, Hammond purposefully avoided the trappings of celebrity bestowed upon "big name" artists.
(2026-03-20). Against the censorship of left-wing bookshops in Germany! Defend freedom of culture and expression! wsws.org Mehring Verlag strongly condemns the government's recent censorship of left-wing bookshops in Germany.
(2026-03-20). New Zealand police given power to "move on" homeless people. wsws.org The criminalisation of homeless people must serve as a warning to the entire working class of the repressive measures that will be used against any opposition to austerity and social inequality.
(2026-03-20). Trump's $200 billion Iran spending request reveals scale of US war plans. wsws.org The Washington Post reported Wednesday that the Trump administration is seeking more than $200 billion to fund the war against Iran.
(2026-03-20). A week after ICE raid in South Burlington, Vermont, 1 detainee free, 2 remain in custody. wsws.org An ICE raid in South Burlington, Vermont resulted in a chaotic nine-hour standoff, the discharge of a federal agent's weapon and the detention of three individuals who were not the primary targets of the investigation.
(2026-03-20). As Trump demands $200 billion for Iran, USPS announces it will run out of money next year. wsws.org Postmaster General David Steiner warned USPS will run out of cash by February, and both parties agreed on the need for the deepest cuts in the agency's history.