(2026-07-09). US launches fresh strikes on Iran hours after ceasefire collapse, Tehran warns of retaliation. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: The United States carried out another round of military strikes on Iran on Wednesday, targeting sites linked to Tehran's ability to disrupt shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. The attacks came just hours after US President Donald Trump said the temporary agreement to end the conflict was "over." | The US military said the operation was aimed at protecting international shipping through the strategically important Strait of Hormuz after three cargo ships were attacked there on Tuesday. A US official, speaking anonymously to Reuters, said Wednesday's strikes were larger than those carried out a d…
(2026-07-09). Iran puts US backers in Gulf on notice as Trump ends truce; Mojtaba to avenge father's death now. hindustantimes.com Tensions between the United States and Iran have escalated following fresh U.S. strikes and renewed threats from Tehran. Iran's Khatam al-Anbiya Headquarters warned that any support for U.S. military operations in the region could make American allies legitimate targets, while reiterating its position on navigation through the Strait of Hormuz. Meanwhile, President Donald Trump defended the latest military action and warned of further strikes if necessary.
(2026-07-09). US military carries out fresh strikes on Iran, prompting Iran attacks on Kuwait and Bahrain. geo.tv 
Smoke rises at an unknown location following what US Central Command says is a new wave of strikes against Iran on Tuesday after three tankers were hit by projectiles in the Strait of Hormuz, in this still image taken from video released July 7, 2026. — ReutersUS military conducting…
(2026-07-08). China calls on U.S., Iran to implement MoU, refrain from resorting to force. ecns.cn China has called on the U.S. and Iran to fully implement the signed memorandum of understanding, resolve disputes through dialogue and negotiations, and refrain from resorting to force, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said on Wednesday in response to the latest exchange of attacks between the two countries.
(2026-07-09). Iran to bury Khamenei in Mashhad as US ramps up strikes. geo.tv 
People attend a funeral procession for Iran's late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed on February 28 in Israeli and US air strikes, in Karbala, Iraq, July 8, 2026. — ReutersMillions expected to attend funeral in Mashhad.Trump warns Iran of 'much worse'…
(2026-07-09). Ceasefire wavers as attacks between US and Iran in Gulf continue. newarab.com 
Welcome, | Here are the key updates: | Iran claims attacks on US forces in Bahrain and Kuwait after the US attacked Iranian cities for a second consecutive night, with reports saying at least 14 people were killed by the US attacks on Iran.
| Iran's slain Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei will be buried in his hometown of Mashhad today, after millions attended funeral processions in the Iraq's Najaf and Karbala
| Israel continues attacks on Gaza and Lebanon, killing at least eight people in the Palestinian territory and two in southern Lebanon overnight
(2026-07-09). Why Iran Ceasefire was always going to Break. juancole.com The Conversation) — Less than a month after a ceasefire was signed between the US and Iran, conflict has returned to the Middle East. The peace agreement Donald Trump signed at the palace of Versailles in France on June 18 — which he hailed as Iran's
(2026-07-09). DOES THE TAIL WAG THE DOG? IMPLAUSIBLE DENIABILITY AND THE FOMENTING OF ANTI-SEMITISM. indybay.org Fomenting historicd anti-semitism while justifying genocide…
(2026-07-09). Trump decide retirar a Siria de la lista de países patrocinadores del terrorismo. cubadebate.cu "Prometí eliminar todas las barreras que le impiden reconstruir su país, y muy pronto podrá hacerlo por fin", escribió Trump en una carta dirigida a Sharaa. "Contamos con empresas estadunidenses dispuestas a invertir en Siria y a ayudar a que su país sea más grande y próspero que nunca", añadió.
(2026-07-09). Trump afloja relación con aliados y juega la carta de la unidad en la OTAN. cubadebate.cu Donald Trump ofreció a los aliados de la OTAN un inesperado y cálido abrazo cuando este miércoles concluyeron una cumbre clave, después de haber arremetido contra los socios europeos reprochándoles la falta de ayuda en la guerra contra Irán.
(2026-07-09). FairSquare presenta denuncia contra Infantino por imparcialidad con Trump. cubadebate.cu La acusación señala sus vínculos con Donald Trump, cuyo país coorganiza el Mundial 2026, lo que compromete la independencia frente a intereses geopolíticos y comerciales. Los hechos incluyen la asistencia de Infantino al "Consejo de Paz" de Trump con simbología electoral estadounidense, un premio especial de la FIFA.
(2026-07-09). Reportan nueva oleada de misiles iraníes sobre Oriente Medio. cubadebate.cu Fuertes explosiones se han reportado durante la noche de este miércoles en varios países de Oriente Medio, como producto del lanzamiento de misiles por parte de Irán. Se escucharon varias explosiones en Baréin. Los sistemas de defensa aérea del país se activaron para interceptar los misiles iraníes.
(2026-07-09). Constata Díaz-Canel novedosas soluciones energéticas y constructivas. cubadebate.cu El Primer Secretario del Comité Central del Partido Comunista y Presidente de la República, Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, visitó este miércoles, en La Habana, entidades de la industria cubana dedicadas a soluciones energéticas y constructivas para contribuir al desarrollo sostenible del país y a la defensa.
(2026-07-09). The New York Times no puede obviar impacto del bloqueo energético en la familia cubana. cubadebate.cu El texto intenta presentar la situación cubana desde varias causas, pero no puede ocultar un dato esencial: desde principios de año, el bloqueo efectivo del petróleo y una nueva ola de sanciones de Estados Unidos han paralizado al país, dejándolo sin suficiente combustible para mover el país.
(2026-07-09). Israel continues Gaza onslaught, after Hamas announces plan to hand power over to UN committee. wsws.org The Israeli military killed 16 people, including two children, in Gaza in the two days following the announcement by Hamas that it was dissolving its government and handing power over to a UN technical committee as part of the US-brokered peace deal.
(2026-07-09). The suffering in Gaza is far from over: ICRC Regional Director. icrc.org
(2026-07-09). Under guise of relief, Pentagon deploys 2,000 troops to Venezuela, securing semicolonial foothold. wsws.org Two weeks after twin earthquakes left thousands dead and tens of thousands missing, the Pentagon has deployed 2,000 troops to seize control of Venezuela's main airport and port in the latest step to consolidate semicolonial control.
(2026-07-09). Venezuela earthquake death toll rises to 3,811 as govt seeks frozen funds. geo.tv 
(2026-07-09). Venezuela earthquake: ICRC mobilizes rapid response in support of the Venezuelan Red Cross‚ÄØ. icrc.org
(2026-07-08). China's highest-capacity full-slewing semi-submersible crane vessel enters service. ecns.cn The Sihang Yongsheng, China's highest-capacity full-slewing semi-submersible crane vessel, was delivered and entered service in Jiangmen, south China's Guangdong Province, on Wednesday, CCTV News reported.
(2026-07-08). Chinese yuan strengthens to 6.8036 against USD Thursday. ecns.cn The central parity rate of the Chinese yuan strengthened 41 pips to 6.8036 against the U.S. dollar Thursday, according to the China Foreign Exchange Trade System.
(2026-07-08). Guigang bureau denies rumors of snake escape from farm. ecns.cn Authorities in Guigang, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, have dismissed online rumors claiming snakes escaped from a local breeding farm, saying an official investigation found the reports to be false.
(2026-07-08). China launches summer tourism campaign with $66 million in consumer vouchers. ecns.cn China launched a nationwide summer culture and tourism consumption campaign Wednesday, offering more than 450 million yuan ($66 million) in consumer vouchers to boost travel and spending during the summer holiday season.
(2026-07-08). China's central bank continues appropriately accommodative monetary policy. ecns.cn China will maintain an appropriately accommodative monetary policy in the coming months to support stable economic growth, according to a statement released Wednesday by the People's Bank of China (PBOC).
(2026-07-09). DR Congo: Crackdown on Protesters. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Security forces disperse protesters near the parliament building in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo, June 12, 2026. | © 2026 Aristote Lokinda/Reuters | (Kinshasa) — Security forces in the Democratic Republic of Congo used excessive force against protesters demonstrating against a proposed law that could extend President Félix Tshisekedi's term on June 12, 2026, Human Rights Watch said today.The security forces used tear gas and batons in the capital, Kinshasa, to prevent a group of protesters created to defend the existing constitution from attending a sit-in in front…
(2026-07-08). China targets 25 million reemployed in next 5 years, with urban unemployment below 5.5%. ecns.cn China aims to create a substantial number of urban jobs and keep the urban surveyed unemployment rate below 5.5% over the next five years, according to the 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-30) for human resources and social security development released Thursday.
(2026-07-08). Chinese automaker XPeng launches new electric model in Israel. ecns.cn Chinese automaker XPeng Motors on Wednesday launched sales of a new electric model in Israel, its local importer Freesbe said in a statement.
(2026-07-08). Mount Tai closes as severe weather approaches. ecns.cn The Mount Tai scenic area in east China's Shandong Province closed to visitors Wednesday evening as authorities warned ofof approaching severe convective weather, including thunderstorms, gales, hail, tornadoes and heavy rain, according to the scenic area's management.
(2026-07-09). Interpreting the Fourth Geneva Convention: Insights from a high-level discussion in Brussels. icrc.org Event: Launch of the Updated ICRC Commentary on the Fourth Geneva Convention…
(2026-07-09). The operational and humanitarian consequences of disregard for the rules of war are both devastating and accelerating. icrc.org Remarks delivered by Elyse Mosquini, Permanent Observer to the UN, for the High-level Panel 2 of the 2026 ECOSOC Humanitarian Affair Segment in New York, 18 June 2026.
(2026-07-09). Sunday 7/12: The Struggle & Lessons Of California Farmworkers' History & The Relevance Today. indybay.org Unitarian Universalist Society of S.F. | 1187 Franklin St. San Francisco…
(2026-07-09). Petaluma City Council agrees to Consider Non-Cooperation with ICE Ordinance. indybay.org The Petaluma City Council tonight voted to adopt an agenda item for its consideration of a draft ordinance of non-cooperation with federal authorities and ICE in particular.
(2026-07-09). Wednesday 7/8: Block the Bombs Phonebank. indybay.org Online | actionnetwork.org/events/block-the-bombs……
(2026-07-09). Sunday 7/26: AI: Promise or Peril? A Socialist Feminist Perspective. indybay.org New Valencia Hall, 747 Polk St., San Francisco | (7 blocks from Civic Center BART, near Muni lines 5, 19, 27, 31, 38, and 49) | Also available via Zoom: register at bit.ly/AI-Promise-or-Peril…
(2026-07-09). Thursday 8/6: Group Artist Reception at Caldwell Snyder Gallery. indybay.org 341 Sutter Street, San Francisco, CA 94108…
(2026-07-09). Friday 7/31: "Desperado: The Real Story" Tales of Rough Frontier Justice. indybay.org Park Hall Community Center | 9400 Mill Street, Ben Lomond, CA 95005…
(2026-07-09). Bridges Granddaughter Marie Shell Sings The "Ballad Of Harry Bridges" & Talks History. indybay.org Harry Bridges granddaughter Marie Shell on the anniversary of "Bloody Thursday" sang "The Ballad Of Harry Bridges" by Woody Guthrie. The even was part of LaborFest.net which commemorates the San Francisco general strike…
(2026-07-09). Thursday 7/16: Organizing Meeting: No Coal In Oakland! No ICE In The Bay! No Cuts To Healthcare! indybay.org Oakland Peace Center | Shelton Hall | 111 Fairmount Ave, Oakland 94611…
(2026-07-09). The death of Alejandro àÅguila exploited to militarize Chile. wsws.org The most significant demand to emerge from the political establishment was the call, led by figures from across the governing coalition and the so-called opposition, to deploy the Armed Forces onto the streets of Santiago.
(2026-07-09). H5N1 "Bird Flu" spreads to Australia. wsws.org The 2021—24 surge also saw over 100 human infections, and 10 deaths, with most cases in the United States and Cambodia.
(2026-07-09). Trump launches new phase of US imperialism's criminal war on Iran. wsws.org US President Donald Trump has relaunched American imperialism's illegal war of aggression against Iran, after repeatedly making Hitlerite threats in recent days to destroy the country's basic infrastructure and rain death and destruction on its people.
(2026-07-08). Philippines' territorial expansion attempts undermine int'l legal system. ecns.cn The Philippines' territorial expansion attempts undermine the international legal system and pose a threat to regional peace and stability as well as…
(2026-07-08). Magnitude 4.8 earthquake strikes Sichuan. ecns.cn A 4.8-magnitude earthquake struck Gaoxian County in Yibin City, southwest China's Sichuan Province, at 7: 44 a.m. on Thursday, according to the China Earthquake Networks Center (CENC).
(2026-07-09). Tuesday 8/11: Christians for a Free Palestine Community Call. indybay.org Online | actionnetwork.org/events/cfp-community-c……
(2026-07-08). Chinese hit film 'Dear You' to be released in Thailand in August. ecns.cn Chinese film "Dear You" is about to be released in cinemas across Thailand on Aug. 6, Thai film distributors said on Wednesday.
(2026-07-08). Four pandas celebrate first birthday at Zhengzhou Zoo. ecns.cn Four red pandas at the zoo in Zhengzhou City, central China's Henan Province, recently celebrated their first birthday with a special party organized by zookeepers.
(2026-07-08). China welcomes more U.S. visitors for bilateral exchanges: spokesperson. ecns.cn China welcomes more Americans to visit for more exchanges, see with their own eyes a true, multi-dimensional and panoramic picture of China and contribute to China-U.S. friendship, Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said on Wednesday.
(2026-07-09). Thursday 7/9: South Africa & ILWU 10-34 Connection & The History and Relevance Today & ILWU6 C&H Strike. indybay.org Henry Schmidt Room | ILWU Local 10 | 400 North Point St. | San Francisco…
(2026-07-08). China's CPI up 1 pct in June. ecns.cn China's consumer price index (CPI), a main gauge of inflation, rose 1 percent year on year in June, official data showed Thursday.
(2026-07-09). Saturday 7/11: The Black Panther Party, The SF State Third World Strike & The Lessons For Today: A Panel. indybay.org Zoom Event…
(2026-07-09). Judge says E Jean Carroll can collect $5m damages award from Trump. geo.tv 
Writer E Jean Carroll leaves the 2nd US Circuit Court of Appeals, where former US President Donald Trump is asking a federal appeals court to overturn a $5 million jury verdict, in Manhattan, New York, US, September 6, 2024. — ReutersNEW YORK: A US judge on Wednesday authorised…
(2026-07-09). Thursday 7/9: Power Hour – Freedom for Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya. indybay.org Online | form.jotform.com/261884447970168…
(2026-07-09). Wednesday 7/8: Sharing the Spirit of America: Declaration of Independence Nationwide Community Readings. indybay.org Nationwide public readings…
(2026-07-09). Why Palestine is rewriting the Rules of domestic US Politics. juancole.com ( However, the high-stakes vote never actually hap…
(2026-07-09). ICE Gestapo kills man during traffic stop in Houston. wsws.org As is par for the course, ICE did not provide a shred of evidence corroborating its account of events, echoing numerous fabrications put forward to justify deadly incidents involving Trump's Department of Homeland Security.
(2026-07-09). Wednesday 7/8: Lessons of Minneapolis Teamster General Strike For Today-Presentation. indybay.org laborfest.net/2026/event/lessons-of-minn……
(2026-07-09). Thursday 7/9: Calling Party for Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya! indybay.org Zoom | www.codepink.org/cp79…
(2026-07-09). Saturday 7/18: Creating Utopia – a Free Hands-On participatory workshop in Oakland. indybay.org Lakeview Public Library, Oakland…
(2026-07-08). Dismembered body found floating off Japan's Yokohama park identified as Chinese woman. ecns.cn Japanese Police in Yokohama City have identified the dismembered upper half of a woman's body found floating off a popular waterfront park in Yokohama last year as a 45-year-old Chinese national.
(2026-07-08). Xi calls for advancing Chinese modernization through sci-tech innovation. ecns.cn Over the past two years, China has achieved a string of remarkable sci-tech breakthroughs, including Chang'e-6 completing humanity's first-ever sample return from the moon's far side, smart robots and drones making strides in both R&D and industrial application, innovative drugs leaping from imitation and follow-on research to world-first development, as well as domestically-bred crop varieties covering over 95 percent of the country's farmland.
(2026-07-08). China's PPI up 4.1 pct in June: NBS. ecns.cn China's producer price index (PPI), which measures costs for goods at the factory gate, went up 4.1% year-on-year in June, the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) said Thursday.
(2026-07-09). McCarthyism Smokescreen: Trump's National Socialism. juancole.com Oakland, Ca. (Special to Informed Comment; Feature) — Convicted felon Donald Trump is trotting out the tired, failed themes
(2026-07-08). China's basic medical insurance coverage rises by 4 million by May. ecns.cn China's basic medical insurance coverage increased by more than 4 million people year over year by the end of May, while the coverage rate remained stable at 95%, officials from the National Healthcare Security Administration said Thursday.
(2026-07-08). Off-duty officer rescues father, son from sewage well in Xinjiang. ecns.cn A police officer in Hejing County, Xinjiang, just rescued a 5-year-old boy and his father after the two became trapped in an uncovered sewage well filled with roughly three meters of sewage.
(2026-07-09). Iraq: Photography Award 2026. icrc.org International Committee of the Red Cross & Iraqi Red Crescent Society…
(2026-07-09). The horror of life behind bars and police-prison guard brutality. indybay.org Police or prison guard abuse and their brutality of prisoners is rampant!
(2026-07-09). El-Sayed—Stevens debate in Michigan: Neither "progressive" nor establishment Democrats offer anything for the working class. wsws.org The Tuesday night debate between Michigan Democratic Party candidates for US Senate Abdul El-Sayed and Haley Stevens demonstrated that any differences between them are subordinated to their fundamental support for capitalism and the two-party system.
(2026-07-08). China launches paperless departure tax refund system. ecns.cn China has rolled out an upgraded Version 2.0 departure tax refund policy, introducing a fully paperless process to make tax refunds faster and more convenient for inbound travelers.
(2026-07-09). America 250 – 160th Buffalo Soldiers Luncheon & National Black Business Month Celebration. indybay.org Buffalo Soldiers rode through the streets of San Francisco protecting President Theodore Roosevelt dedicate Dewey Statue in Union Square. From the SF Presidio gates horses beat steady rhythms into the earth, carrying along the California Buffalo Soldiers Trails toward Yosemite, Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks, where they carved trails through ancient silence. Today, known as Brigadier General Charles Young, he led the way as guardians of the giant trees, tended the wild, and left their courage in the granite and the wind.
(2026-07-08). Hong Kong launches cycling challenge equivalent to 30 laps around Earth. ecns.cn A press conference and kick-off ceremony for the large-scale smart cycling event "Ride-To-Shine Hong Kong" was held in Hong Kong on Wednesday, officially launching a 1.2-million-kilometer cycling challenge.
(2026-07-08). Rescue efforts underway in Guangxi's Hengzhou after typhoon triggers flooding. ecns.cn Rescue operations are continuing in Hengzhou, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, after Typhoon Maysak brought record rainfall to the area, causing a reservoir to breach and triggering widespread flooding.
(2026-07-09). "Work more for the same money" —33,000 Mercedes-Benz employees protest in Germany. wsws.org Mercedes is demanding longer working hours and less pay in what amounts to a declaration of war on the workforce.
(2026-07-08). Russian oil painting and drawing exhibition opens in Shenyang. ecns.cn An exhibition of Russian oil paintings and drawings from the 19th and 20th centuries opened at the Shenyang Art Museum on Wednesday, featuring nearly 100 works that showcase the development of Russian painting over the past century.
(2026-07-09). JEFF MCMULLEN: Trump attacks the enemy within. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-07-09). Fiji military commander publicly denounces budget cut. wsws.org In the fragile Pacific country shaped by repeated coups, the general's public interventions are a blunt reminder that the military remains ultimately in charge.
(2026-07-09). Saturday 7/11: "Exposed" A Pfizer Scientist Battles Corruption, Lies & Betrayal A Biohazard Whistleblower. indybay.org Adobe Books & Arts Cooperative | 3130 24th St, San Francisco, CA 94110…
(2026-07-09). Italy's summer of struggles: Workers confront Meloni's austerity, war and police state. wsws.org The growth of working class struggle is the central development in Italian political life, posing the urgent need of an independent political strategy for the working class.
(2026-07-08). China-Laos Railway cross-border freight volume tops 20 million metric tons. ecns.cn The China-Laos Railway had carried more than 20 million metric tons of cross-border freight across over 23,000 freight train trips as of Wednesday, CCTV News reported.
(2026-07-09). Keiko Fujimori declared Peru's president: imperialism, institutional collapse, and the tasks of the working class. wsws.org Fujimori's rise to power unfolds against a backdrop of open US imperialist intervention, a decade of accelerating institutional collapse and intense social crisis.
(2026-07-09). Donald Trump's 4th: Communists, Fireworks and Voting Rights. indybay.org America's 250th Independence Day celebration was unlike any other the nation has ever seen. The extravaganza here in Washington reigned over by a stubbornly independent and aging president who does as he pleases is not what July 4th is all about. America deserved better.
(2026-07-09). Massachusetts nurses strike Mass General Brigham in largest healthcare walkout in state history. wsws.org More than 4,500 nurses and clinicians walked off the job Wednesday morning at Mass General Brigham (MGB), the largest private hospital system in Massachusetts, in the largest strike of healthcare workers in the state's history and the first by nurses at Brigham and Women's Hospital (BWH).
(2026-07-09). Immersive Technology: See What We See. Understand What We Do. icrc.org
(2026-07-09). Russia: ICRC president focuses on respect for international humanitarian law, access to prisoners of war during visit to the Russian Federation. icrc.org
(2026-07-09). ICRC Hosts High-Level Dialogue with Diplomatic Community on Cyber Warfare and IHL. icrc.org
(2026-07-09). ICRC Advances Efforts to Adopt African Union Declaration to Strengthen IHL on the Continent. icrc.org
(2026-07-09). Ukraine: Intensifying hostilities claim dozens of lives, deepen trauma for civilians. icrc.org
(2026-07-09). Sudan: 42,000 people assisted with food in Al Obeid amid growing humanitarian needs. icrc.org
(2026-07-09). Iran: ICRC delivers 18 tonnes of humanitarian supplies to support emergency response. icrc.org
(2026-07-09). Where is my family? The search for missing loved ones in Africa's oldest and newest refugee camps. icrc.org
(2026-07-09). Thirty-one years apart: A mother and son find each other again. icrc.org
(2026-07-09). Who Helps the Helpers? Mental Health and Psychosocial Support for Frontline Responders in Northeast Nigeria. icrc.org
(2026-07-09). Libya in 2025: Standing alongside communities affected by conflict and violence. icrc.org
(2026-07-09). ICRC Brings Humanitarian Perspectives on Unmanned Systems to World Peace Forum. icrc.org
(2026-07-09). My Conversation With Karl Marx About Donald Trump. indybay.org
(2026-07-09). Advocacy paper: A key opportunity to prevent the development of unacceptable autonomous weapons. icrc.org
(2026-07-09). Bosnia and Herzegovina: Mine risk education reduces risks and saves lives — but the danger is far from over. icrc.org
(2026-07-09). Ethiopia: ICRC provides seeds and fertilizers to 132,000 people. icrc.org
(2026-07-09). Russia: ICRC president arrives in Moscow to discuss critical humanitarian issues. icrc.org
(2026-07-09). Uganda, Rwanda, and Burundi: January to December 2025 Facts & Figures. icrc.org
(2026-07-09). ICRC gathers Caribbean representatives to strengthen IHL implementation. icrc.org
(2026-07-09). Search Continues for People Missing in Connection with Armed Conflicts of the 1990s and August 2008 and their aftermath. icrc.org
(2026-07-09). "I'm already injured. Getting Ebola doesn't bear thinking about." The Kivus face a double crisis — conflicts and an epidemic. icrc.org
(2026-07-09). México Zapatista Agosto 2026: Encuentros de Arte, Resistencia y Rebeldía. indybay.org México Zapatista Agosto 2026: | Encuentros de Arte y de Resistencia y Rebeldía. ResignArte u OrganizArte. Fechas y Sedes…
(2026-07-09). Jorge Majfud: EEUU, 250 años de una gran ficción. indybay.org
(2026-07-08). Life Support: Capturing the Gaza war through the eyes of doctors. newarab.com 
As Israel's genocide in Gaza surpasses Journalists from around the world have been barred
(2026-07-08). US, Iran trade strikes in new threat to ceasefire. al-monitor.com The United States launched extensive strikes on Iran over attacks on ships in the vital Strait of Hormuz, triggering a wave of reprisals Wednesday that Iran's Guards said targeted US bases in the Gulf. | Washington revoked sanction waivers on Iranian oil sales and launched the new attacks on military sites in what the US military called retaliation for Iran's strikes on three commercial ships in Hormuz.
(2026-07-08). CENTCOM strikes Iran as Tehran condemns US sanctions waiver revocation. longwarjournal.org The Memorandum of Understanding between the US and Iran faced its most significant test yet on July 7 after Iran attacked commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. Washington responded with a new round of military strikes and sharply narrowed its oil sanctions waiver, with both sides accusing each other of violating the agreement.
(2026-07-08). Amid Khamenei funeral, what really happened in the Strait of Hormuz? 3 tankers hit in 24 Hours. hindustantimes.com Fresh security concerns are emerging in the Strait of Hormuz after the UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) reported that a tanker was struck by an unidentified projectile while transiting the strategic waterway. The vessel sustained structural damage, though no casualties or pollution have been reported. Maritime authorities have launched an investigation as ships are urged to remain vigilant and report suspicious activity. The latest incident marks the third reported security event near the Hormuz chokepoint in a single day, raising concerns over shipping safety, global energy supplies, and the potential for fu…
(2026-07-08). US says it has completed a new round of strikes on Iran. al-monitor.com By Kanishka SinghWASHINGTON, July 7 (Reuters) – The U.S. Central Command said on Tuesday it completed a new round of strikes on Iran and that it had struck over 80 targets during its latest attacks.Along with unleashing a new wave of strikes against Iran, Washington had also revoked a license allowing the country to sell oil after three tankers were hit by projectiles in the Strait of Hormuz.
(2026-07-08). New US attacks on Iran were absolutely necessary, NATO chief says. al-monitor.com ANKARA, July 8 (Reuters) – The new attacks by the U.S. on Iran were "absolutely necessary," NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said on Wednesday.The U.S. military unleashed a new wave of strikes against Iran on Tuesday and revoked a license allowing Tehran to sell oil after three tankers were hit by projectiles in the Strait of Hormuz, putting pressure on an already fragile ceasefire.
(2026-07-08). Let's leave the Strait of Hormuz alone. strategic-culture.su By Ron PAUL | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | President Trump was reportedly "shocked" to see many thousands of Iranians in the street mo…
(2026-07-08). Will Trump wake up before Iran…? Satellite images unveil IRGC's 'mosquitoes', 40+ ready to strike. hindustantimes.com Satellite imagery suggests 40—45 IRGC fast boats massing in the Strait of Hormuz as tankers come under attack, exposing how Iran's "mosquito fleet" can swamp larger ships while a fragile 14‚Äëpoint U.S.—Iran MOU reopens the chokepoint. This video decodes the swarm tactics and asks if Trump's deal can survive.
(2026-07-08). Iranian Military Says US Strikes Killed Eight Iranian Soldiers. news.antiwar.com The Iranian military said in a statement on Wednesday that overnight US airstrikes on the Iranian coast killed at least eight Iranian soldiers, Iran's Mehr News Agency has reported. The US attacks on Iran that began after several commercial ships were hit by drones in the Strait of Hormuz lasted for several hours and reportedly …
(2026-07-08). Analysis-Trump wants to leave the Iran war behind. That happen soon. al-monitor.com By Matt SpetalnickWASHINGTON, July 8 (Reuters) – U.S. President Donald Trump's struggle to extricate himself from the unpopular Iran war has hit a new roadblock with the latest exchange of attacks between the two sides, leaving him with few good options and a faltering ceasefire.Trump declared that an interim agreement to end the conflict was "over" and ordered fresh strikes on Wednesday after Iran targeted U.S. military sites in Bahrain and Kuwait following the U.S. bombing of Iranian targets in response to attacks on tankers in the Strait of Hormuz.
(2026-07-08). 'Mushroom cloud over Kyiv, everything on fire': Ukrainians panic after Putin's big attack on capital. hindustantimes.com Russia's overnight barrage turned Vyshneve near Kyiv into a firestorm, killing residents, levelling homes and overwhelming emergency crews. With 39 cruise missiles, Zircon strikes and 351 drones launched, this video uses first‚Äëhand accounts to show the human cost — and asks if Moscow is exploiting U.S. focus on Iran to escalate in Ukraine.
(2026-07-08). US attacks Iran less than a week after blocking extra Epstein file release. thecanary.co 
The US has recommenced its bombing of Iran — less than a week after Trump's 'justice' department (DOJ) blocked a court-ordered release of further Epstein files. Epstein revelations, or Trump's attempts to avoid them, have been so synchronised with the US-Israel war on Iran that it has been dubbed "Operation Epstein Distraction". The attacks breach […] | By
(2026-07-08). Thousands march as funeral procession crosses into Iraq. al-monitor.com (Fixes dateline)NAJAF, Iraq (Reuters) July 8 – Mourners marched through Iraq's holy city of Najaf on Wednesday, following the coffin of slain Iranian leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei as his six-day funeral procession, which drew huge crowds in his home country, pressed on across the border.People carrying large portraits of the late leader gathered along the route and chanted "Death to America" and "Death to Israel" as Khamenei's coffin was driven on a large truck through the streets.
(2026-07-08). Headlines for July 8, 2026. democracynow.org U.S. Renews Attacks on Iran and Reimposes Oil Sanctions, Trump Declares Iran Ceasefire "Over," Blasts NATO Allies and Praises Turkish President, Israel's Netanyahu Criticizes Trump's Embrace of Turkish President Erdoƒüan, Pentagon Considers Relocating Gulf Bases to Israel, Israeli Strike Kills Gaza Aid Official Who Organized World Cup Screening, Protesters Outside U.N. Celebrate as Israel's Ben-Gvir Cancels Visit to Policing Summit, ICE Agent Fatally Shoots Mexican Father During Houston Traffic Stop, 85-Year-Old German National Becomes 21st to Die in ICE Custody This Year,…
(2026-07-08). Lim Tean: The Hormuz bone why Iran will not let go. asiapacificreport.nz COMMENTARY: By Lim Tean Last night, America bombed Iran. Again. Dozens of strikes — four to five times heavier than the last round — against radar sites, anti-ship missile batteries, and the Revolutionary Guard's swarm boats. Explosions lit up Bandar Abbas, Sirik, and Qeshm Island. And what will it change? Nothing. READ MORE: Trump says…
(2026-07-08). Trump Says US-Iran MoU Is 'Over,' Calls Iranian Leadership 'Scum'. news.antiwar.com President Trump said on Wednesday that the ceasefire and US-Iran Memorandum of Understanding are "over" and called Iranian leadership "scum" after the US bombed Iran again and the Iranian military hit back at US bases in the region. "To me, I think it's over. I don't want to deal with them anymore. I think they're …
(2026-07-08). US Begins Bombing Iran for the Second Night. news.antiwar.com US Central Command said on Wednesday that the US started bombing Iran again, marking the second night of US strikes, which came after President Trump said the US-Iran Memorandum of Understanding was "over" and threatened more attacks. Iranian media reported explosions near several Iranian cities along the coast, including Bandar Abbas, Sirik, Konarak, and Chabahar, …
(2026-07-08). US airstrikes hit Iran after tankers attacked in Hormuz. al-monitor.com Iran's military headquarters threatened a "crushing response" after US warplanes bombed more than 80 targets in the third round of tit-for-tat attacks since the ceasefire.
(2026-07-08). Is the US-Iran ceasefire 'over'? Everything we know so far. newarab.com 
The The attacks came hours after three commercial vessels were struck Washington blames Iran for the attacks, which Tehran has not officially claimed, prompting the US to launch a "puni…
(2026-07-08). Trump Says 'Ceasefire Is Over'—Is America Heading Back to War with Iran? thinktank.pk Just weeks after Washington and Tehran agreed to a temporary ceasefire intended to halt one of the most dangerous confrontations in recent Middle Eastern history, President Donald Trump has dramatically declared that the agreement is "over." Overnight exchanges of airstrikes, missile attacks and renewed sanctions have effectively ended hopes that diplomacy alone could stabilize the …
(2026-07-08). Health groups urge Burnham to scrap "deadly" NHS agreement with Trump to save over 200k lives. thecanary.co 
19 health groups have co-authored a letter sent to new Makerfield MP and likely-PM Andy Burnham to urge him to scrap a terrible agreement made with Trump which could see almost 230k preventable deaths. The new deal will divert £44.7bn from essential health services to cover the cost of new medicines, which comes as a […] | By
(2026-07-08). Trump Praises Erdoƒüan at NATO Summit Amid Turkey's Crackdown on Civil Society. truthout.org Trump announced on Tuesday at the NATO summit in Ankara that he would lift U.S. sanctions on Turkey and is considering selling the country F-35 fighter jets. Trump made the comment following a lavish state dinner hosted by Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoƒüan, whom he praised as a "great leader." The mayor of Istanbul and other Turkish politicians, civil society figures and journalists remain… |
(2026-07-08). Trump Wrongly Claims He's No. 1 On 'Tic Tac' Because He Just Can't Stop Embarrassing Himself. newsone.com 
Source: MANDEL NGAN / Getty | Watching President Donald Trump mentally deteriorate right before our eyes is depressing because it's a constant reminder of how far we've fallen as a nation. It's scary because this guy is at the helm of the world's largest military force. It's maddening, especially for Black people, because he's a constant reminder of how seamlessly white mediocrity succeeds while we're still "working twice as hard to get half as far." | Then, of course, there are times when watching Dementia Don be Dementia Don is just plain hilarious. | So, if you love a good laugh, I present to you, good peop…
(2026-07-08). Spain Targeted, Europe Silent: What's Really Happening Inside the EU? thinktank.pk Relations between the United States and Europe have entered another period of uncertainty following renewed criticism of Spain by U.S. President Donald Trump. During remarks linked to NATO and transatlantic security, Trump reportedly described Spain as a "lost cause" and urged tougher trade measures against the country after criticizing Madrid's defence spending and broader policy …
(2026-07-08). Trump Era Repression Trickles Down To Student Press Censorship. popularresistance.org The Wingspan ran a cartoon in January by Aidan McClaren, comparing modern-day actions of ICE with the Palmer Raids against American radicals in the 1920s and the World War II incarceration of Japanese Americans. The well-known quote from George Santayana appears at the top: "Those who cannot remember the past, are condemned to repeat it." A bystander observes, "Why does this look familiar…?" | Political cartoonists in newspapers across the nation have made similar comparisons over the years, but the Wingspan is different, and its case differs from previous FAIR reports on censorship of cartoons, in that it is a…
(2026-07-08). Trump on F-35s as Congress seeks answers on S-400. al-monitor.com Top Democratic lawmakers say the ball is in Ankara's court on rejoining the US-led F-35 Joint Strike Fighter program, but suggest that Turkey offshoring its Russian-made S-400 system won't be enough.
(2026-07-08). Inside the growing religious revolt against Christian Zionism. responsiblestatecraft.org Each year, hundreds of activists from Christians United for Israel (CUFI), America's largest Zionist organization, descend on the Capitol for a marathon lobbying campaign. This time around, offices got a warning first."You may get a visit later on from people from CUFI," Rev. Hannah Sachs, a pastor with the United Church of Christ, told staffers at one Senate office. While Sachs spoke softly, her flyers had a sharper tone. "Religious extremists want you to start Armageddon," the text read, adding that CUFI is pushing an "Israel-first" agenda that would "further entrench U.S. military entanglement in the Middl…
(2026-07-08). How Israel uses sexual violence as a tool of genocide. newarab.com 
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(2026-07-08). Putin to use nuclear weapons in Ukraine? Kremlin's big hint as war escalates, 'Won't rule out…'. hindustantimes.com As Russia steps up strikes on Kyiv, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov links nuclear doctrine to a "buffer zone" and demands that Zelensky pull back and recognise Russian territory. This video dissects Moscow's sharper rhetoric, its talk of a nuclear "trump card," and how it's timed to shape Europe's stance before the NATO summit.
(2026-07-08). Trump Says He Supports Ukraine's Long-Range Attacks Inside Russia, Will Allow Ukraine To Produce Patriot Missiles. news.antiwar.com President Trump heaped praise on Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky at the NATO summit in Ankara on Wednesday, expressed support for Ukraine's long-range attacks inside Russia, and said he would allow Ukraine to produce Patriot missile interceptors. When asked about Ukraine's strikes on Russian oil refineries, the president said, "It's an escalation, but it's also an …
(2026-07-08). øPor qué el entrenador de Egipto hizo un gesto de X en el partido con Argentina? cubadebate.cu El entrenador de la selección de fútbol de Egipto, Hossam Hassan, protagonizó uno de los momentos más llamativos de los octavos de final del Mundial 2026 al cruzar sus brazos formando una "X" mientras protestaba por el arbitraje del partido. Egipto estuvo cerca de dar una de las grandes sorpresas del Mundial.
(2026-07-08). La Federación Internacional de Voleibol levanta todas las restricciones a los atletas rusos. cubadebate.cu La Federación Internacional de Voleibol (FIVB) anunció este miércoles que levanta todas las restricciones a los atletas rusos siguiendo una recomendación emitida previamente por el Comité Olímpico Internacional (COI).
(2026-07-08). A Serbian socialist perspective on NATO. uwidata.com The World Civilizations Initiative Research Center organized an international conference on Global Security and NATO on June 26-27, 2026, in Istanbul, Türkiye, ahead of the NATO summit scheduled for 7 and 8th of July in Ankara. One of the speakers was Bojan Vulin from Serbia. Vulin is member of the Serbian political party Movement of …
(2026-07-08). Israeli Attacks in Gaza Kill 6-Year-Old and 10-Year-Old. news.antiwar.com Israeli attacks across Gaza on Wednesday killed at least seven people, including a six-year-old and a 10-year-old, medical officials told Reuters, as the IDF continues its constant violations of the US-backed ceasefire deal. The 10-year-old was killed by an Israeli strike on tents in the al-Mawasi camp in southern Gaza. A total of four people …
(2026-07-08). Francesca Albanese: "The World Is Not Sleeping—It Is Looking Away" scheerpost.com In When the World Sleeps: Stories, Words, and Wounds of Palestine, the UN Special Rapporteur speaks with Chris Hedges about Gaza, international law, media complicity, and why she believes silence has become one of the greatest enablers of injustice. Joshua Scheer United Nations Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese shares stories of the immense suffering in Palestine …
(2026-07-08). Released Detainees Say They Saw Hussam Abu Safiya Tortured in Israeli Custody. truthout.org On June 10, Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya appeared on a screen before Israel's Supreme Court via video link. He looked gaunt, visibly emaciated, and his hands and feet were bound. It was one of the few times the public had seen the doctor since Israeli soldiers took him from Kamal Adwan Hospital in northern Gaza nearly 18 months ago, where he had served as Director. He has been held without charge for… |
(2026-07-08). Israeli strike kills Gaza organiser of World Cup screenings. newarab.com 
(2026-07-08). The Gaza Ethnic Cleansing Agenda Continues To Roll Forward. orinocotribune.com By Caitlin Johnstone — Jul 3, 2026 | Israel's mass atrocities in Gaza have always been about ethnic cleansing from the very beginning. ; ⚪ As both
(2026-07-08). In a show of commitment to ceasefire, Hamas announces dissolution of its civilian governing body in Gaza. thecanary.co 
The Islamic Resistance Movement, also known as Hamas, has governed the Gaza Strip since 2007, following its takeover from the Palestinian Authority. Over the years, Hamas has established a range of governmental institutions responsible for providing public services, maintaining internal security and coordinating emergency responses during periods of conflict. Hamas has dissolved its civilian governing body […] | By
(2026-07-08). The US and the Media Vultures Are Preying on Venezuela. orinocotribune.com 
By Sergio Rodríguez Gelfenstein — Jul 4, 2026 | I am not saying anything new when I say that January 3, 2026, marked a turning point in Venezuela's history. The problem stems from the different interpretations that have been made of that event. And now, almost six months later, another shocking event is impacting the lives of Venezuelans. In both cases, death has visited the homes of dozens of citizens. | One of the most notable differences is that before January 3, responsibility for governing the country lay with Venezuela's Constitutional government, while the United States devoted all its economic, milit…
(2026-07-08). Damaged Qatari LNG tanker awaits salvage amid Hormuz risks. newarab.com 
(2026-07-08). Trump: giving Ukraine Patriot Missile license is 'cool.' No it's not. responsiblestatecraft.org President Donald Trump said this morning from the NATO Summit that the U.S.
(2026-07-08). German government adopts historic war budget. wsws.org The defence budget will rise by almost one-third in 2027. While healthcare and social spending are being slashed, the German government is preparing the economy and society for a direct war against Russia.
(2026-07-08). Pakistan urges all sides to uphold commitments under Islamabad MoU. al-monitor.com July 8 (Reuters) – Pakistan urged all sides to uphold their commitments under the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding, its foreign ministry said on Wednesday, hours after U.S. President Donald Trump said the interim deal reached with Iran last month was "over"."Pakistan urges all sides to uphold their respective commitments under the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), which remains an enduring foundation for understanding, mutual respect and shared prosperity for the region and beyond," the statement said.
(2026-07-08). Sweden: Deportation Decisions Ignore Women's Rights Risks. hrw.org Click to expand Image | A demonstration against the deportations of young adults held at Sergels torg in Stockholm on May 10, 2026. | © Susanne Bergsten | (Stockholm) — Sweden is deporting young women to countries where they could face severe gender-based rights violations, Human Rights Watch said today. Media reported that in 2025, at least 92 young adults were set to be deported alone, many of them women who grew up in Sweden and have immediate family there.Sweden has been deporting an increasing number of young adults who spent years on temporary residence permits tied to a family member, but los…
(2026-07-08). Guigang denies rumors of snake escape from farm. ecns.cn Authorities in Guigang, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, have dismissed online rumors claiming snakes escaped from a local breeding farm, saying an official investigation found the reports to be false.
(2026-07-08). Feelings of statelessness: Watching the Cantonese opera 'The Flower Princess' in the UK. globalvoices.org A solitary tree decorated with yellow ribbons stood on the stageOriginally published on This post is also part of Global Voices' July 2026 Spotlight series, "
(2026-07-08). visit a win for Erdogan, NATO tensions aside. al-monitor.com By Tuvan Gumrukcu, Huseyin Hayatsever and Jonathan SpicerANKARA, July 8 (Reuters) – Turkey put on a red-white-and-blue air show and named a new airport building after President Donald Trump, seeking to take its relationship with the U.S. to new heights at a NATO summit in Ankara, even as the U.S. leader lashed out at others in the defence alliance.
(2026-07-08). Half of Brits leave tradespeople to sweat it out: no drink, no loo, no mercy. thecanary.co 
With temperatures rising over 30 degrees again during the coming weeks, tradespeople across the UK are preparing to work in challenging and potentially dangerous conditions. Construction workers and other outdoor trades are among those at increased risk of heat-related illness during periods of very hot weather, making hydration especially important. Against this backdrop, research from […] | By
(2026-07-08). Egypt: Prisoner with Apparent Brain Tumor Denied Care. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Inmates receiving medical treatment at the clinic of Borg el-Arab prison near Alexandria, Egypt, November 20, 2019. | © 2019 Mohamed el-Shahed/AFP via Getty Images | (Beirut) — Egyptian authorities are denying medical care to a death row prisoner with an apparent brain tumor, following a forced disappearance and an unfair trial, Human Rights Watch said today. The Egyptian authorities detained the prisoner, Ahmed al-Waleed al-Shal, in 2014 shortly after he graduated from medical school at age 24. He was convicted in a mass trial for alleged involvement in a violent attack, and…
(2026-07-08). Russia and Ukraine Trade Major Drone Attacks Amid NATO Summit in Ankara. news.antiwar.com Russia and Ukraine traded heavy attacks overnight Tuesday into Wednesday as NATO leaders met in Ankara during the alliance's annual summit. In Ukraine, at least seven people were reported killed by Russian attacks across the country, including a mother and a daughter in the southern Mykolaiv Oblast, according to local officials. Heavy attacks also targeted …
(2026-07-08). SNAP Cuts Take More Than Food Away. otherwords.org My mom's cooking is the best. I know everyone may say this, but truly — no one can compete. The flavorful meals I grew up with and that I often shared with friends and family are some of my fondest memories. | Wanting to be a great cook like her, I would often watch closely as my mother went grocery shopping. Every item placed into the cart was intentional. I watched as she made precise price calculations and swapped between products. I quickly realized that every meal my mom whipped up came from a shopping trip that felt like mission impossible. | Growing up, my family relied on SNAP, or "food stamps." The…
(2026-07-08). SA, UN collaborate to push towards Sustainable Development Goals. sanews.gov.za SA, UN collaborate to push towards Sustainable Development Goals | The Government of South Africa and the United Nations in South Africa will on Friday sign a five-year Cooperation Framework Agreement aimed at supporting South Africa's national development priorities and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). | "The Cooperation Framework sets out the strategic direction for collaboration between Government and the United Nations system from 2026 to 2030. | "It reaffirms a shared commitment to promoting inclusive economic growth, reducing inequality, strengthening institutions, protecting the environment, and e…
(2026-07-08). WHYY Newscast for Wednesday 6:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-07-08). ICE agents shoot and kill a driver in Houston. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Lorenzo Salgado Araujo was shot by ICE agents during a traffic stop in Houston, Texas.The agents stopped Lorenzo at 6: 50am and attempted to arrest him, according to ICE which described Lorenzo as a Mexican National and an "illegal alien" who was being targeted by the immigration agents as a part of an "enforcement operation".Lorenzo's son, Ronaldo, said that his father was trying to hire workers when the agents confronted him, while ICE said that Lorenzo "weaponized his vehicle in an attempt to run over an ICE law enforcement officer," resulting in "our officer firing his weapon in self-defense".ᣦ…
(2026-07-08). holy cities host funeral processions for Khamenei. al-monitor.com Crowds thronged the streets of Najaf on Wednesday as the coffin of Iran's supreme leader Ali Khamenei moved through the holy city in a procession devoted to Iraq, home to Shia Islam's most sacred shrines. | After a massive procession in Iran's holy city of Qom, Iraqi officials and senior politicians received the remains of Khamenei on Tuesday night at Najaf international airport in the presence of Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and one of the late leader's sons.
(2026-07-08). Green Party warns Burnham not to commit 'climate crimes'. thecanary.co 
As the UK faces another heatwave, the Green Party has warned Andy Burnham not to add to the problems we face: As the UK enters its third heatwave of the year it couldn't be clearer: we need to end our reliance on fossil fuels. We'd like to remind Andy Burnham that approving new oil and […] | By
(2026-07-08). Home Affairs notes Constitutional Court judgment. sanews.gov.za Home Affairs notes Constitutional Court judgment | The Department of Home Affairs has noted the judgment handed down on Tuesday by the Constitutional Court in the matter between the Scalabrini Centre of Cape Town and the Minister of Home Affairs. | The Scalabrini Centre is a non-profit organisation that assists migrants, refugees, and local South Africans. | The case between the centre and the Minister concerned the constitutionality of certain provisions of the Refugees Act relating to the asylum application process. The Constitutional Court confirmed the Western Cape High Court's declaration these provisions w…
(2026-07-08). WHYY Newscast for Wednesday 11:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest and local headlines from WHYY.
(2026-07-08). Sounding the Alarm over Tunisia's Crackdown. hrw.org Click to expand Image | People rally calling for the release of political detainees and greater freedom of expression in Tunis, Tunisia, on December 6, 2025. | © 2025 Yassine Gaidi/Sipa via AP Photo…
(2026-07-08). Why can't we count our dead? aljazeera.com Most of the world's dead never make the official record. The death toll is an educated guess, not an actual count.
(2026-07-08). Russia hardens its attacks on Ukraine, but the broader strategy remains unaffected. strategic-culture.su Moscow is in no hurry to bring the operation to an end. | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | Russia has launched a series of massive strikes…
(2026-07-08). AUKUS Public Inquiry lays bare a pact built on false promises. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-07-08). Pauline Hanson speaks English (A guide to speaking gooder English). independentaustralia.net 
(2026-07-08). Yunnan exports first wild edible fungi shipment of 2026. ecns.cn A 14-kilogram shipment of fresh matsutake mushrooms from Yunnan province, cleared customs Saturday and was flown overseas, marking the province's first export of wild edible fungi this year, Kunming Customs said Tuesday.
(2026-07-08). Pakistan searches for Boeing cargo plane missing over Arabian Sea. aljazeera.com Karachi-bound aircraft lost contact with air traffic control after reporting navigation ‚Å system fault.
(2026-07-08). Oklahoma Joins States Banning Medicaid For Gender Affirming Care. popularresistance.org Oklahoma has joined a growing list of states targeting trans healthcare. And it's no longer only minors whose health access is under attack, as the legislature there passed a law in May that targets gender affirming care for adults. The law, SB 904, takes a dual-track approach to restricting access. | The first is suspending the ability of the state's public funds and Medicaid program (called SoonerCare) to pay for gender affirming treatments; the second is barring public properties from administering gender affirming care to patients, including both minors and adults.
(2026-07-08). Democrat Rahm Emanuel tells Israel to change course or risk US alliance. al-monitor.com By Maayan LubellTEL AVIV, July 8 (Reuters) – Rahm Emanuel, a Democrat weighing a 2028 U.S. presidential run, said on Wednesday that Israel risks jeopardizing its alliance with Washington unless it changes course on the Palestinians because of growing unease with its policies among U.S. voters.A former Chicago mayor and chief of staff to former President Barack Obama, Emanuel used a speech at Tel Aviv University to criticize Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government and propose a new U.S. policy toward the Middle East.
(2026-07-08). As ICE Casts Shadow Over World Cup, Organizers Focus on Keeping Communities Safe. truthout.org Thousands of soccer fans gathered in my hometown of Pasadena, California, on June 24, 2026, to watch Mexico's World Cup win against the Czech Republic. City officials erected a large TV screen outside the Civic Auditorium in the heart of the commercial district. Fans wore green jerseys, the signature color of Mexico's men's soccer team. Several people waved Mexican flags and danced and hugged when… |
(2026-07-08). China-Vietnam border port sees rising traveler traffic, launches tax refunds. ecns.cn Passenger traffic through Hekou, a major border crossing between China's Yunnan province and Vietnam, rose 9.2% in the first half of 2026 from a year earlier, customs data showed.
(2026-07-08). "Hobbled Out of the Gate" : Platner Allegations Set Off Scramble to Find a New Maine Senate Nominee. theintercept.com 
In group chats of progressive activists and political operatives concerned with the state of the Senate race in Maine Wednesday morning, a link to an anonymous Google Doc was making the rounds. It disavowed Graham Platner, the disgraced Democratic nominee whose campaign was throttled by a rape accusation on Monday, and called to replace him with Troy Jackson, a recent gubernatorial contender the document deemed "the one candidate who can hold Platner's coalition together." | There are five days left before the deadline for Platner to get off the general election ballot in the Maine Senate race, and there is no…
(2026-07-08). Solidarity from Lebanon's rebellious Christians. thecanary.co 
Lebanon — The ancient Christian quarter of the southern city of Tyre — known locally as Sour — is a vibrant tourist attraction in more normal times. It has a historic lighthouse and winding narrow streets that lead to its coffee shops, restaurants and markets. It is also a stopping point for pilgrims — due […] | By
(2026-07-08). Why Russia Suddenly Wants a Fight With NATO—The Real Story Behind the Headlines. thinktank.pk As Russian forces face mounting military and economic pressure in Ukraine, Moscow is increasingly portraying the conflict as a direct war with NATO. Is this a strategic narrative to mask battlefield setbacks? As Russia enters another difficult phase of its war in Ukraine, the Kremlin appears to be reshaping the conflict in the public imagination. …
(2026-07-08). Beshear Demands McConnell Update Constituents on Current Health Status. truthout.org On Wednesday, Kentucky Democratic Gov. Andy Beshear sent a letter to Sen. Mitch McConnell (R-Kentucky), formally asking him to provide direct updates on his current health. McConnell, 84, was reportedly found unconscious at his home on June 14. Unconfirmed reports indicate that he suffered from cardiac arrest and that first responders performed CPR on him when they arrived. He has remained in… |
(2026-07-08). China records second strong geomagnetic storm of 2026. ecns.cn A geomagnetic storm began Saturday morning and lasted for 24 hours, marking China's second strong geomagnetic disturbance this year, according to a monitoring center under the China Meteorological Administration.
(2026-07-08). Hypocritical condemnation from US Pacific allies over Chinese missile test. wsws.org All of those governments criticising the Chinese ballistic missile launch are deeply involved with US war planning against China through basing arrangements for American forces and boosting their own military budgets.
(2026-07-08). China hopes Netherlands ensures fair investment environment, stable chip supply chains. ecns.cn Chinese Commerce Minister Wang Wentao has called on the Netherlands to maintain the stability of the semiconductor industry and supply chains and provide a fair, transparent and predictable environment for Chinese enterprises.
(2026-07-08). Department convenes disability rights machinery meeting. sanews.gov.za Department convenes disability rights machinery meeting | The Department of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities (DWYPD) is convening the National Disability Rights Machinery (NDRM) meeting to strengthen the implementation of disability rights in South Africa. ⚪ The meeting, which will be held in Durban from 8 – 10 July, brings together government departments, constitutional institutions, organisations of persons with disabilities, civil society, academia, the private sector, and development partners to ensure that people with disabilities remain at the centre of policy development, service delivery, and c…
(2026-07-08). Foreign Bases: Understanding the Backbone of Military Empires. warisacrime.org The Society for the Study of Peace, Conflict, and Violence (Division 48 of the American Psychological Association) hosted this webinar — "Foreign Bases: Understanding the Backbone of Military Empires" — on July 8, 2026. Our speaker was David Swanson, author, activist, journalist, radio host, and executive director of World BEYOND War. The webinar illuminated the …
(2026-07-08). DTE Maha Direct 2nd yr Diploma 2026 Merit List – Check Here. ummid.com Directorate of Technical Education (DTE) Maharashtra is releasing on its official website dsd26.dte.maharashtra.gov.in the Provisional Merit List of students seeking admission in Direct Second Year Post SSC Diploma in Engineering /Technology (Polytechnic) 2026 today i.e. Wednesday July 08, 2026.
(2026-07-08). Double-Digit Increase In ACA Premiums Expected Next Year. newsone.com 
Source: wilpunt / Getty | The GOP has been trying to kill the Affordable Care Act (ACA), also known as Obamacare, ever since its inception. Sadly, they just might have succeeded. As a result of Congress letting tax subsidies expire for ACA insurance, monthly premiums are set to spike for the second year in a row. |
(2026-07-08). Nolan Wells: Judge Posts Message To Dispel Rumors About Her Son's Involvement. newsone.com 
(2026-07-08). The Right to Return: Chinese Merchants, the Scott Act, and Legal Knowledge in an Era of Exclusion. publicbooks.org "For the first time, customs officials were authorized not only to block newcomers from China but also to turn away long-resident Chinese migrants returning from abroad."
(2026-07-08). Soldiers clear roads and debris as floodwaters recede in Guangxi. ecns.cn As floodwaters receded in Guilin City, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, soldiers of the People's Armed Police Guilin Detachment quickly shifted from flood rescue to post-disaster recovery operations.
(2026-07-08). Rutte says alliance reunited at Ankara summit after Trump. al-monitor.com By Andrew GrayANKARA, July 8 (Reuters) – Disputes between U.S. President Donald Trump and other NATO leaders showed the alliance's democratic strength and should serve as a lesson for Russian President Vladimir Putin, NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said on Wednesday after a summit in Ankara.In an interview with Reuters, Rutte also said he saw no need to change the way he deals with Trump, despite accusations that he lavishes praise on the U.S. president and fails to push back on his criticism of allies.
(2026-07-08). Amy Abdelnoor's Ever Land gives voice to Palestine's lost souls. newarab.com 
If eight decades' worth of Palestinian souls killed by the It is an idea that British-Lebanese author
(2026-07-08). China to punish 'Taiwan independence' forces for acts of separatism, official says. ecns.cn China will punish "Taiwan independence" forces in accordance with the law if they carry out acts that separate the country and undermine ethnic unity, a spokesperson for the State Council Taiwan Affairs Office said Wednesday.
(2026-07-08). Why Pope Leo XIV chose Lampedusa over the White House. newarab.com 
"I remember the stench of death permeating the entire island as if it were yesterday, and the Favaloro pier carpeted with swollen, lifeless bodies," Maria, a flight attendant on DAT Airlines, about to land in Lampedusa, recounts It occurred just months before two shipwrecks forever scarred the island's history: the 3 October
(2026-07-08). James Orr: Reform UK's Religious Cambridge Professor's Politics of Contradictions. bylinetimes.com "What is democracy, if not majoritarianism?" | The speaker was James Orr, Reform UK's philosopher-in-chief. The setting was picturesque Hay-on-Wye in Wales. The event was HowTheLightGetsIn, a festival of philosophy and ideas. The audience was sceptical to say the least. | Orr was trying to make a distinction between "good" and "bad" law. | "Too much law today is about disagreement resolved through democratically unaccountable, technocratic, opaque, inaccessible procedures," he continued. | When pressed on what precisely he meant, Orr fell back on a familiar populist shibboleth: the "will of the people", which…
(2026-07-08). Man sets wheelchair user in flames with Molotov cocktail. aljazeera.com US police have released video showing the moment a man set a wheelchair user on fire.
(2026-07-08). US might take "military actions in Brazilian territory" , foreign ministry warns. infobrics.org Brazil's traditionally cautious diplomatic establishment has issued an unusually explicit warning regarding possible US military action. Legal, financial, and geopolitical pressures are reshaping relations across the continent in the context of regional crises and expanding American counterterrorism policies.
(2026-07-08). Racist Sheffield, UK Far Right Organiser Jacob Thomas visits California. indybay.org Jacob Thomas British far right organiser visits California be Aware…
(2026-07-08). As Calls Mount for Graham Platner to Drop Out of Senate Race, What Happens Next in Maine? democracynow.org 
Maine's Democratic Senate nominee Graham Platner has yet to drop out of the race despite losing all major endorsements after a rape allegation by an ex-girlfriend, Jenny Racicot, who says Platner assaulted her in 2021. Platner has denied the claim. | "There's no way to force Platner off the ballot; he has to make the decision," says Amy Fried, professor emerita of political science at the University of Maine. Platner would have to drop out of the race by Monday, "and then there's two weeks for the Maine Democratic Party to pick someone else."…
(2026-07-08). Oil for unity: What is the US mediation plan in Libya? aljazeera.com The plan, led by Trump relative Massad Boulos, promises oil investments if rival factions work together.
(2026-07-08). "Inside the Secret Network Fueling Sudan's War" : Filmmaker Julia Steers on UAE Backing RSF Atrocities. democracynow.org 
A new investigation has uncovered how the United Arab Emirates (UAE) supports a secret network of military training camps for the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) that enables them to continue their deadly war in Sudan. | "This war, which is often categorized in international media as a civil war, is really a proxy war," says award-winning journalist and documentary filmmaker Julia Steers. "We're talking about a really extensive network of logistics and training and financial backing from the UAE." | The investigation is a collaboration between Lighthouse Reports, Evident, Sud…
(2026-07-08). UGEAC 2026 Round 1 Seat Allotment Today – Direct Link. ummid.com Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECE) is releasing on its official website 'bceceadmissions.nic.in' the result of the First Round Seat Allotment of Under Graduate Engineering Admission Counselling [UGEAC] 2026 today i.e. Saturday July 04, 2026.
(2026-07-08). Will betting on wildfires lead to arson? mronline.org 
Fire survivors say using prediction markets to gamble on wildfire is "morally reprehensible."
(2026-07-08). As Trump declares deal IRGC takes lead in shaping response. al-monitor.com While President Donald Trump has declared the US-Iran memorandum over, Tehran's response suggests it is recalibrating — not abandoning — its strategy as military pressure increasingly eclipses diplomacy.
(2026-07-08). WHYY Newscast for Wednesday, 9:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-07-08). Democracy Now! 2026-07-08 Wednesday. democracynow.org Headlines for July 08, 2026; As Calls Mount for Graham Platner to Drop Out of Senate Race, What Happens Next in Maine?; NATO Meets in Turkey Amid Crackdown on Civil Society; Trump Praises Erdoƒüan & Considers F-35 Sales; "Inside the Secret Network Fueling Sudan's War": Filmmaker Julia Steers on UAE Backing RSF Atrocities | Headlines for July 08, 2026; As Calls Mount for Graham Platner to Drop Out of Senate Race, What Happens Next in Maine?; NATO Meets in Turkey Amid Crackdown on Civil Society; Trump Praises Erdoƒüan & Considers F-35 Sales; "Inside the Secret Network Fueli…
(2026-07-08). Cardinal tipped to be pope accused of molesting several women. al-monitor.com A Catholic cardinal touted as one of the favourites to replace Pope Francis said he was "stepping back" from office Tuesday after an AFP investigation revealed at least five women had accused him of sexual assault. | However, he questioned "the relevance" of maintaining Lopez "in his office" in an October document, which was sent to Papal Nuncio Alfred Xuereb last month with a complaint from another alleged victim who said the cardinal sexually assaulted her several times, the woman told AFP.
(2026-07-08). Nigeria's counterterrorism gains carry a warning. aljazeera.com Mass surrenders may weaken armed groups, but reintegration without justice risks fuelling resentment.
(2026-07-08). Who is behind the 'Muslim anti-BDS' group launching in the US. newarab.com 
Israeli and pro-Israeli media outlets on Wednesday announced the upcoming launch of a coalition in New York City aimed at countering the The media push included a blog post by one of the coalition's leaders in The Times of Israel titled 'Why We as Muslims Oppose BDS'. | The coalition says it seeks "to benefit Israel, its Arab citizens and Palestinians employed by Israeli companies", arguing that boycotts harm both Pales…
(2026-07-08). Greyhound racing during heatwave prompts concerns. thecanary.co 
Animal welfare charity the League Against Cruel Sports has accused the greyhound racing industry of putting profits before the health of greyhounds by pushing ahead with racing during the current heatwave. It comes as the RSPCA urges dog owners to make an urgent change to their routines this coming week as another spell of extremely […] | By
(2026-07-08). Reform politicians have meltdown over Farage scandals. thecanary.co 
Nigel Farage's many scandals are becoming increasingly unmanageable for Reform UK. This is why we've seen a string of interviews over the past 24 hours which can only be described as a cry for help. Robert Jenrick has a meltdown on #C4News He refuses to accept that there are parliamentary rules that Nigel Farage may […] | By
(2026-07-08). The Missing Part Of Keir Starmer's Plan To Clamp Down On Foreign Election Meddling. bylinetimes.com The Government has pledged to act on the findings of a landmark report designed to tackle foreign interference in UK elections. | On Monday, ministers pledged to implement the recommendations of the recent Rycroft review into the risks of meddling and corruption in Britain's party funding system. | The decision is a big step forward, but it misses one vital element. | Ministers have rejected calls from backbenchers, including Stella Creasy MP, to go further and introduce an overall cap on political donations for UK voters, triggering disappointment among democracy campaigners. | In the House of Commons, Minist…
(2026-07-08). The deal that could balance the books as well as our own. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-07-08). 5 Best Prop Trading Firms for Fast, Clear Payouts. moguldom.com 
Fast payouts only help if the rules are clear. For traders comparing simulated forex or futures programs, the fine print matters more than the headline split. We ranked these five firms by payout speed, ongoing cadence, processing policy, payout rails, fees, rule transparency, and accessibility. Company payout-speed claims stay framed as policy unless official pages …
(2026-07-08). Police shoot patient inside Southern California hospital. wsws.org The Los Robles shooting exposes the transformation of healthcare safety into a police and security question, while HCA's record of unsafe staffing and profit extraction remains untouched.
(2026-07-08). UN inquiry urges release of Palestinian doctor jailed by Israel. aljazeera.com The inquiry commission urges Israel to release Hussam Abu Safia, citing credible reports he has suffered 'severe abuse'.
(2026-07-08). The Stud Alley Photos That The Media Left Out, And What It Tells Us. indybay.org The limited reporting on Stud Alley 2026 left out certain photos of graffiti tags. The photo choices might be the result of editorial decisions, but it might be intentional. The left-out photos paint a scene not of chaotic rebels but of a community impacted by police brutality and oppression — something other oppressed communities can relate to. This gives us clues about the goals of SF city hall and why they used so much force against queer & trans people across Pride weekend.
(2026-07-08). ICE Fatally Shoots Mexican Immigrant They Claim Weaponized His Vehicle. newsone.com 
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(2026-07-08). Karmelo Anthony: New Legal Team Wants A New Trial And A New Judge. newsone.com 
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(2026-07-08). Communist Party USA says reds are among best Americans. thecanary.co 
Communist Party USA's co-chair, Joe Sims has responded to recent comments from Donald Trump: Donald Trump's back-to-back holiday weekend speeches at Mount Rushmore and the National Mall, where he said the Communist Party was composed of 'illegal immigrants, criminals, and people who don't want to work', are taking on an increasingly fascist trajectory. That's the […] | By
(2026-07-08). Military spending explodes as NATO summit opens in Turkey. peoplesworld.org 
President Donald Trump arrived in Ankara, Turkey, on Tuesday afternoon for the latest NATO summit just as the transatlantic military alliance was announcing billions in arms deals in an attempt to appease the U.S. leader. Trump, who has often complained that European allies have not spent enough on weapons of war, first sat down with …
(2026-07-08). Germany: Government Curbing Freedom of Information Act. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Graffiti on a wooden fence in front of the Reichstag building in Berlin, Germany reads "Freedom," on May 19, 2025. | © 2025 JOHN MACDOUGALL/AFP via Getty Images | (Berlin, July 8, 2026) — The German government should abandon its plans to gut Germany's Freedom of Information Act, Human Rights Watch said today. The proposed amendments will threaten core human rights essential to transparency and public participation in a democracy based on the rule of law.On July 2, 2026, the coalition committee of the German government, comprised of the Christian Democratic Union/Christian Soc…
(2026-07-08). Video: Macron in embarrassing situation with Erdogan's wife. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – French President Emmanuel Macron has arrived in Turkey to attend the NATO Summit in the capital, Ankara, along with his wife, Brigitte Macron, but he was mocked again.Upon his arrival to attend the NATO meeting, Macron and his wife were received by Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and his wife, Emine. The 36th NATO Heads of State and Government Summit will be held at the Presidential Complex in Ankara.Video: Macron in embarrassing situation with Erdogan's wife : Macron greeted Erdogan, then he tried to kiss the hand of Turkish First Lady Emine, who, in return, refused his kiss and pulled b…
(2026-07-08). Requiem for a Civilised Conversation about Climate Change and Politics. wattsupwiththat.com "How do we return to that common conversation?" asked President Obama. But for team Obama, there never seems to be an effort to turn that attempt at introspection on themselves.
(2026-07-08). Chronically distrusted Met Police inundated with FOI requests. thecanary.co 
London's controversial Metropolitan Police force is apparently inundated with a "significant volume" of Freedom of Information (FOI) requests. Public trust in the Met regularly ranks as very low. An automated response, seen by the Canary, to one journalist's FOI request reveals that the Met is unable to handle the number of inquiries it receives. FOI […] | By
(2026-07-08). NATO leaders meet in Ankara as US ceasefire with Iran teeters. al-monitor.com By Lili Bayer and Andrew GrayANKARA, July 8 (Reuters) – NATO's European leaders aim to convince Donald Trump on Wednesday to re-commit to the military alliance at a summit in Ankara after the U.S. President revived disputes over the Iran warand Greenland and launched a new wave of strikes on Iran. On arriving in the Turkish capital on Tuesday, Trump took swipes at allies for not standing by the U.S. on the Iran war and said he might have boycotted the meeting had it not been for his friendship with the host, President Tayyip Erdogan.
(2026-07-08). Portugal's 2026 FIFA WC Last 16 Match Ends as Ronaldo's Last. ummid.com Cristiano Ronaldo, the legendary Portuguese footballer, Tuesday July 07, 2026 bid farewell to the global tournament after Spain ended Portugal's 2026 FIFA World Cup Journey in the Last 16.
(2026-07-08). Hate on film: 'Citizen Vigilante' and 'Chauhaan' are normalising violence against Muslims. thecanary.co 
Two recent films, the Hollywood production Citizen Vigilante and the Bollywood movie Chauhaan, have sparked widespread outrage for their portrayal of violence against Muslims. The use of popular media to mainstream hate and legitimise the othering of minorities is an alarming regression that has real-world consequences, given rising levels of violence against minorities. 'Nazi' and […] | By
(2026-07-08). Fresh clashes in Yemen fuel fears of renewed war. newarab.com 
(2026-07-08). TS EAMCET 2026 Mock Seat Allotment Today — Direct Link. ummid.com The Telangana Council of Higher Education Hyderabad, Department of Technical Education is releasing today i.e. Saturday July 04, 2026 TS EAMCET 2026 (TG EAPCET 2026) Mock Seat Allotment Result for admission in BE/BTech and Pharmacy courses.
(2026-07-08). What businesses should consider before incorporating crypto into their ecosystem. moguldom.com Crypto is no longer knocking at the door of mainstream commerce; it's already inside. In fact, PayPal and the National Cryptocurrency Association, citing a Harris Poll survey, stated that about 40% of US merchants now accept crypto at checkout. However, the speed of adoption has created a new problem since many companies are getting into …
(2026-07-08). FIFA World Cup: Quarterfinal brackets, match schedule and game previews. aljazeera.com Talking points as France, Morocco, Spain, Belgium, Norway, England, Argentina and Switzerland aim for World Cup glory.
(2026-07-08). The US And The CPC: A Tale Of Two Anniversaries. popularresistance.org This week features two anniversaries that, taken together, tell much of the story of our age. On July 1, the Communist Party of China marked 105 years since its founding. On July 4, the United States celebrates 250 years since the Declaration of Independence. | The two milestones invite a comparison: what have these two political projects contributed to the world? | The US was born in a revolution against empire and has spent much of its life building one. By one widely cited reckoning, the US has been at war for over 90 per cent of its history — from the wars of continental conquest to Korea, Vietnam, Iraq…
(2026-07-08). Christian Sorace & David Sneath: Steppe Transitions. newleftreview.org Mongolia's diverse ecology was the site of revolutionary transformations in the twentieth century, when the principal source of wealth—the livestock herd—was sequentially the basis of feudal class, collective resource and a privatized asset. The socialist making of a nation-state and its capitalist unmaking—a materialist account.
(2026-07-08). US to remove Syria from terror blacklist, in new boost to Sharaa. al-monitor.com The United States said Wednesday it will delist Syria as a state sponsor of terrorism, a decades-old designation that severely impeded investment, in a new vote of confidence in leader Ahmed al-Sharaa. | The United States has listed Syria as a state sponsor of terrorism since 1979.
(2026-07-08). China moves to secure medicine supplies in flood-hit Guangxi. ecns.cn China's Ministry of Commerce has directed pharmaceutical distributors to ensure adequate medicine supplies in flood-hit areas of Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region after Typhoon Meisak brought heavy rainfall and flooding.
(2026-07-08). Iran's $6 billion frozen in Qatar, explained. newarab.com 
The issue of Iran's frozen assets in Qatar, officially valued at $6 billion, has emerged as one of the most complex financial and diplomatic files, where international sanctions, regional mediation and global economic calculations intersect. | Despite recent statements by Iranian officials suggesting these funds will soon be returned, official Qatari sources maintain that the file remains contingent on full agreement between Washington and Tehran. | Doha, meanwhile, remains a neutral mediator implementing what both sides agree upon, rather than acting as the sole decision-maker. | The Iranian funds currently held…
(2026-07-08). Holy war, white republic: The right-wing origins of today's red scare. cpusa.org 
Trump's speech at the The conference is an annual confab of evangelical Christians founded by Ralph Reed. It's a political gathering organized to rally the GOP faithful. And when talking about the GOP faithful, it's important to note that today there is almost no daylight between those who consider themselves Christian evangelicals and the mass base of the Republican Party. They are literally one e…
(2026-07-08). First Major Overhaul Of Public Lands Grazing Regulations Cuts Out Public. popularresistance.org The federal government is rewriting its rules governing ranching on public lands to increase the number of cattle, sheep and other livestock grazing on 155 million acres in the West, an area twice the size of New Mexico. | Public lands grazing is overseen by a nearly century-old system that heavily subsidizes some of the wealthiest Americans while doing little to address its harms to the environment, ProPublica and High Country News found last year. | Even though rangeland management experts say overgrazing has degraded public lands, the new rules being drafted by the U.S. Department of the Interior's Bureau of L…
(2026-07-08). China steps up emergency communications preparations as floods and disasters intensify. ecns.cn China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) has ordered telecom operators and local authorities to strengthen emergency communications support as floods and other natural disasters hit multiple parts of the country.
(2026-07-08). Rescuers search for missing in China storms after 100,000 evacuated. geo.tv 
Paramilitary police officers evacuate residents in a rubber dinghy through a flooded area after rainfall brought by typhoon Maysak, in Nanning, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, China July 6, 2026. — AFPSevere storms, landslide leave 38 people dead.Massive floods damage 13,000 acres…
(2026-07-08). Select Committee embarks on Free State, KZN oversight visits. sanews.gov.za Select Committee embarks on Free State, KZN oversight visits | Parliament's Select Committee on Cooperative Governance and Public Administration (Traditional Affairs, Human Settlements and Water and Sanitation) is visiting the Ngwathe Local Municipality in the Free State today as part of efforts to ensure service delivery to the area. ⚪ This as Section 139 of the Constitution has been invoked in the municipality. Section 139 of the Constitution speaks to provincial intervention in local government. | According to the Constitution, when a municipality cannot or does not fulfil an executive obligation in terms…
(2026-07-08). UAW white paper "Trade and the American Dream" : A brief for economic nationalism and imperialist war. wsws.org Its central claim is that trade, not capitalism, is responsible for deindustrialization, the sharp decline in real wages and the devastation of working class communities.
(2026-07-08). Pacific at a crossroads amid growing geopolitical tension, says former leaders' group. asiapacificreport.nz 
By Johnny Blades of RNZ Pacific A group of former Pacific prime ministers, presidents and senior diplomats has warned that Pacific Islands countries are at a crossroads as geopolitical competition reshapes the region. This comes after China fired a test nuclear-capable missile in the South Pacific on Monday, and amid Australia's busy campaign of signing…
(2026-07-08). Canada Winning from US Nuclear Subsidies. wattsupwiththat.com In an ironic twist, Canada seems to be well ahead of the U.S. in the SMR world.
(2026-07-08). Palestinianism: A New Lens for Understanding Resistance and Defense of Human Dignity. ummid.com At its core, Palestinianism rests on a simple proposition: Before domination becomes a project of force, it becomes a project of definition.
(2026-07-08). Plans are brewing to broaden air travel in Yemen. newarab.com 
Transport Minister of the internationally-recognised However, Al-Amri neither confirmed nor denied whether this would include the resumption of flights fro…
(2026-07-08). China deploys transformer fault-prevention technology at ultra-high-voltage substation. ecns.cn China has put its first active transformer fault-prevention system into operation at the Tianjin South ultra-high-voltage substation, marking a significant step toward improving power-grid safety.
(2026-07-08). Régis Debray: Metamorphoses. newleftreview.org Reflections on having lived the passage from one age to another, as prospects give way to retrospects, pages to screens and time to space. With the close of one century, the onset of the next provides an occasion to take stock of what has been lost—and what gained—in the transition.
(2026-07-08). A festival in Philly's Mantua neighborhood traces Black America's influence in 250 dance moves. whyy.org 
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? At his It wasn't hard. | "In the classes alone, I'm pretty sure we're going to pass 250, but then we have all of the line dances from the electric slide, to the cha-ch…
(2026-07-08). FEMA To Withhold Antiterrorism Funds Over State Election Policies. newsone.com 
Source: SOPA Images / Getty | Another day, another attempt by the Trump administration to weaponize the federal government in an attempt to control elections. The plan of attack this time? Withholding anti-terrorism funds from states that don't comply with election rules created by the Trump administration. | Nothing says the Trump administration is committed to keeping Americans safe quite like withholding anti-terrorism funds over election lies. |
(2026-07-08). Bottled water business owner appeals detention in Trinidad over alleged PM assassination plot. al-monitor.com By Curtis Williams and Sarah MorlandJuly 7 (Reuters) – Businessman Dominic Hadeed and his wife Genevieve filed an appeal on Tuesday against their detention over an alleged plot to assassinate top members of the Trinidad and Tobago government, including Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar.Hadeed, who owns the Trinidad and Tobago-based Blue Waters bottled water and filtration supplier, is accused of conspiring to assassinate the prime minister, attorney general and other members of government.
(2026-07-08). 2026 FIFA WC: Controversies galore as Argentina declared winner against Egypt. ummid.com Argentina defeated Egypt in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of Last 16 Tuesday, but not before some controversial decisions that marred the outcome of the all important match.
(2026-07-08). Karnataka CET 2026 Mock Allotment Result: Steps, Link to Check. ummid.com The Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) is publishing today i.e. Monday July 06, 2026 on its official website 'kea.kar.nic.in' Karnataka UGCET 2026 (KCET 2026) Mock Allotment Result for the students who had registered for admission in different undergraduate courses including Engineering, Pharmacy, Architecture, Farm Sciences (Agriculture/Veterinary and others) for the year 2026-27.
(2026-07-08). The Starlink challenge: next hyperscaler problem. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-07-08). Katie Ebner-Landy: Norm Smuggling? newleftreview.org Katie Ebner-Landy on Rahel Jaeggi, Progress and Regression. A critical theorist reformulates the concept of progress as social-reflexive problem-solving.
(2026-07-08). Think Medicaid Cuts Won't Affect You? My Story Says Otherwise. otherwords.org I was 13 years old. We'd just returned from Christmas vacation, and I was asleep in my room. | My mother tells me she heard a noise and found me in my bed, twisted up like a clam, frothing at the mouth. She was in shock. The paramedics came and took me to the ER. I don't remember anything about it. | That night, I had a CT scan and an MRI. They found an abnormality in my brain called a cavernoma, and I needed surgery right away to correct it. Because it was a delicate operation, I needed not only a pediatric surgeon but a sub-specialist — a pediatric neurologist. | Little did my family know, there is a nati…
(2026-07-08). Keiko Fujimori declared Peru's president: The historical roots of fujimorism and the bankruptcy of the pseudo-left. wsws.org Fujimori's victory is not an isolated episode. It confirms that fujimorism has remained for more than three decades the organizing axis of bourgeois rule in Peru—surviving the fall of the dictatorship, the death of its founder, and successive institutional crises.
(2026-07-08). Thousands of Massachusetts nurses on one-day strike. peoplesworld.org 
BOSTON and BRAINTREE, Mass.—After last-ditch talks between the Massachusetts Nurses Association and Massachusetts General-Brigham and Women's (MGB) Hospital bosses broke down, the 4,000 MNA nurses staged a one-day strike starting at 7 a.m. on July 8. After that walkout from the prominent Boston hospital, over low pay, short-staffing, and the hospital's use of temps, they'll …
(2026-07-08). Guangxi steps up efforts to prevent flood-related snakebites. ecns.cn Hengzhou City in south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region has secured sufficient antivenom supplies and activated emergency snakebite response measures following recent floods in Yunbiao Town, local authorities said Tuesday.
(2008-07-26). Ali Wasi Kazmi discusses playing Sikandar in 'Raja London Ka'. tribune.com.pk 
Actor Ali Wasi Kazmi discussed his character Sikandar in the drama Raja London Ka in an interview. The Express Entertainment action-thriller took the television industry by storm, with Kazmi's portrayal of the scheming anti-hero at the centre of the show's dark underbelly. | While his performance in Raja London Ka showcased immense polish, Kazmi admitted that adjusting to the television screen required stepping out of his comfort zone. Reflecting on his debut role in Bakhtawar alongside Yumna Zaidi, Kazmi shared that while public praise was encouraging, it was a close friend and fellow Raja London Ka co-star,…
(2026-07-08). US charges Indian crime leader in Sikh activist's assassination. aljazeera.com US indicts Indian crime boss, links him to Sikh leader's killing that strained India-Canada relations.
(2026-07-08). Federal Appeals Court Affirms Florida's "Stop WOKE Act" Is Unconstitutional. truthout.org Instead of the state determining what will be taught in university classrooms, students must be free to hear and consider even officially disfavored ideas presented to them by professors, a federal appeals court ruled Tuesday. More than two years after oral arguments in a case challenging the 2022 law dubbed the Stop WOKE Act, two out of three judges on a U.S. Court of Appeals for the 11th… |
(2026-07-08). Top 7 B2B Cross-Border Payment Solutions for Global Businesses. moguldom.com 
Cross-border payments get messy fast. A card-only stack may work at home, then break when you pay suppliers, collect abroad, or send commissions across Southeast Asia. I compared payout reach, local acceptance, FX clarity, compliance, developer experience, and treasury options. Choose based on whether you need to collect, pay partners, or manage cash across currencies. …
(2026-07-08). Chinese and international dancers compete at BATTLE FRESH 2026. ecns.cn More than 2,000 dancers took part in BATTLE FRESH 2026, a hip-hop dance competition that drew participants from China and abroad, organizers said.
(2026-07-08). 4th Taolu World Cup kicks off in Haikou. ecns.cn The IWUF 4th Taolu World Cup opened at Haikou Wuyuanhe Stadium in Hainan Province on Tuesday.
(2026-07-08). Notable Black Folks Who Died In 2026. newsone.com 
UPDATE — Wednesday, July 8, 2026, 10: 58 a.m. EST: We love our Black celebrities. Period. No matter how famous they get or how big the stages become, there's always a different kind of pride that comes with seeing Black folks win. It feels personal, like their success is proof that we can make it too, …
(2026-07-08). Ben Crump Calls For 'Urgency And Transparency' In Nolan Wells Case — But Do Investigators Have Either? newsone.com 
Source: Scott Olson / Getty — Nolan Xavier Wells' family has retained civil rights attorney Ben Crump for a thorough investigation. | The family of Nolan Xavier Wells is searching for answers after the 18-year-old Ocean Springs student-athlete
(2026-07-08). 16th Jiangsu Book Fair sets new sales record with consumption-driven model. ecns.cn The 16th Jiangsu Book Fair concluded Monday at the Suzhou International Expo Center, with total online and offline sales reaching 258.1 million yuan ($35.9 million), a record high and an increase of 2.08 million yuan ($289,000) from last year.
(2026-07-08). Trump Ordered To Pay Up $5M Settlement To E. Jean Carroll. newsone.com 
Source: | Now that President Donald Trump has pretty much exhausted every legal avenue his team of attorneys could think of to get him out of the civil judgment against him for the sexual assault of magazine columnist E. Jean Carroll, a judge has ruled that it's time for the president to pay up, regarding the $5 million he owes her for assaulting her in a Manhattan department store in the 1990s. | According to the
(2026-07-08). National seafarer assessment center opens in Guangzhou's Nansha. ecns.cn A national-level seafarer competency assessment center officially opened Tuesday in Nansha District, Guangzhou, becoming the first facility of its kind in southern China.
(2026-07-08). What exactly are Narendra Modi's Global Awards rewarding? ummid.com As India celebrates yet another international award bestowed upon its Prime Minister, citizens would do well to ask whether these decorations reflect genuine achievements or merely the rituals of international diplomacy.
(2026-07-08). Federal Agents Were Sent To The Home Of A Man Who Criticized ICE. He's Suing. newsone.com 
(2026-07-08). Carol Vorderman facing resounding calls to stand against Farage in Clacton to challenge Reform UK. thecanary.co 
Calls are growing across social media for progressive Carol Vorderman to take on Nigel Farage in the upcoming Clacton by-election. The by-election was sparked after the Reform UK leader quit his seat while facing scrutiny over millions in donations that should have been declared. The standards commissioner is still investigating him, bankers reportedly raised concerns […] | By
(2026-07-08). Why has UK Reform's Nigel Farage resigned as MP? What happens next? aljazeera.com Farage faces intense scrutiny over undeclared donations before 2024 elections as he says he'll run in by-election.
(2026-07-08). Another Trump Ceasefire With Iran Crumbles. theintercept.com 
The Trump administration's phony ceasefire with Iran is over. | Maybe. | "To me, I think it's over," President Donald Trump said on Wednesday, referring to a preliminary truce inked in Islamabad, Pakistan, in June.
(2026-07-08). China issues first national standard for elderly-friendly government service platforms. ecns.cn China has released its first national standard for building elderly-friendly government service platforms, aiming to make digital public services more accessible, inclusive and secure for senior citizens.
(2026-07-08). Why Palestinianism Is Misread as Hostility, and Why This Misreading Must End. ummid.com Palestinianism is a dignity-centered framework grounded in humanitarian practice, yet it is often misread as political hostility.
(2026-07-08). Why Would Anyone Trust Ex-CIA Agents in Elected Office. theintercept.com 
The CIA headquarters in McLean, Va., on March 3, 2005. Photo: Brooks Kraft LLC/Corbis via Getty Images | The Democratic Party is rife with internal caucuses and factions. There's the Congressional Progressive Caucus, the Congressional Black Caucus, the Blue Dog Coalition, the "Squad," and so on. But since 2019, when Elissa Slotkin and Abigail Spanberger first took seats in the House of Representatives, the party has had another, more sinister emerging faction: the CIA Spook Caucus. | In the last seven years, the Spook Caucus has only gained in strength. Both of its core members have graduated from the Hou…
(2026-07-08). A fire for justice: It's time to light it up. peoplesworld.org 
I was back in Washington, D.C. with our Moral Monday family to continue the witness of a public pulpit for truth-telling amidst the lies and distortions of this season. We have been called to look at our nation through the lens of moral truth. We look at the deep, painful contradictions playing out in our …
(2026-07-08). eThekwini reopens debt relief for customers with pending disputes. sanews.gov.za eThekwini reopens debt relief for customers with pending disputes | The eThekwini Municipality has reopened its Special Debt Relief Programme for customers whose account disputes were still under consideration when the programme closed in January 2026. | The decision, approved by the eThekwini Municipal Council on Tuesday, applies exclusively to customers with unresolved disputes relating to electricity, water, and property rates accounts. | The reinstated programme is open with immediate effect and will remain open until the end of August 2026. | Approximately 154 qualifying account disputes, with a combined val…
(2026-07-08). Wall Street wants to change the rules for your 401(k). It could put your retirement at risk. nationofchange.org Financial firms want a bigger piece of the $10 trillion in America's 401(k) plans, and the Trump administration is planning a regulatory rollback to encourage less-regulated—and often riskier—investments.
(2026-07-08). Nigel Farage's 'Pro-Sleaze' By-Election Is A Sign Of Terminal Weakness. bylinetimes.com There are normally only a couple of reasons why Members of Parliament who are otherwise in a state of good health resign their seats mid-term. | The most common reason is that they are guilty of some crime or misdemeanour that is so damaging to their reputation that they feel they have no choice but to do the honourable thing and step down. | The alternative reason is that there is some issue of great principle that they care so passionately about that they feel they have to trigger a by-election in order to win a mandate for tackling it. | Nigel Farage falls into neither camp. Not only is he completely un-ash…
(2026-07-08). Wednesday 7/15: Webinar: Trojan Horse: US-Israel Military Cooperation Initiative. indybay.org Zoom | us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/Ir2KR9X……
(2026-07-08). China calls for inclusive AI development, rejects pressure to choose sides. ecns.cn China has called for more inclusive global artificial intelligence governance and said countries should be free to choose their own AI technologies without being pressured to align with competing blocs.
(2026-07-08). The Strategic Satire Of India's Gen Z 'Cockroach' Movement. popularresistance.org On June 29, thousands of people gathered at New Delhi's Jantar Mantar — the capital's designated site for public demonstration — in the second week of a growing sit-in accompanied by a wave of online dissent. What is being called India's first "Gen Z protest" was spurred by an education system that many young Indians believe has failed to offer fair opportunities. | Protesters arrived carrying the Indian flag, copies of the constitution and red roses, which they handed to police officers stationed at the venue. Volunteers reminded participants to remain disciplined, avoid confrontation and document ev…
(2026-07-08). have been Egypt slams FIFA after loss to Argentina. al-monitor.com FIFA has faced scrutiny throughout the tournament over its video assistant referee, which overturned a goal that could have helped Egypt defeat the South American giant.
(2026-07-08). Anton Jà§ger: Hyperpolitics in Command? newleftreview.org A diagnosis of the scrambled political culture of today's Atlantic elites, with Trump read as symptom as much as cause. Can the concept of hyperpolitics help to decipher the strategic incoherence and foreshortened horizons of the West's fractious ruling-class blocs?
(2026-07-08). NATO urged to 'stop treating more nukes in more places as answer to everything'. thecanary.co 
The North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) has been urged to "stop treating 'more nukes in more places' as the answer to everything" by anti-nuclear campaigners, as Western defence leaders meet at the NATO Summit in Türkiye. Defence industry top of the agenda NATO Summit 2026 is taking place in Ankara, Türkiye, on 7 and 8 […] | By
(2026-07-08). DTE Maha Post SSC Diploma 2026 Merit List Today: Link, Steps to Check. ummid.com The Directorate of Technical Education (DTE Maharashtra) is releasing on its official website "poly26.dtemaharashtra.gov.in" today i.e. Tuesday July 07, 2026 Provisional Merit List of the candidates who are seeking Admission in First Year Post SSC Diploma in Technical and Polytechnic Courses in Engineering,Technology for the year 2026-27.
(2026-07-08). Report From House Dems: Trump Used 250th Planning to Hide Corruption. scheerpost.com Trump's Freedom 250 shadow organization was a vehicle for soliciting political donations, a new report contends. By Tyler Walicek This article was originally published by Truthout Trump's Freedom 250 shadow organization was a vehicle for soliciting political donations, a new report contends. The U.S.'s vaunted semiquincentennial anniversary celebrations on July 4 were not, ultimately, the moment of civic …
(2026-07-08). Beijing tears down Philippines South China sea narrative with legal blitz before Taiwan invasion. hindustantimes.com Beijing has launched a "historical and legal" offensive against the Philippines' South China Sea claims, releasing a report that says history and treaties don't back Manila's narrative. This video unpacks China's lawfare push, how it targets Huangyan Dao and Nansha features, and why it lands as Taiwan tensions and invasion fears grow.
(2026-07-08). Lawsuit alleges US shared information with Iran about asylum seekers, US denies allegation. al-monitor.com By Kanishka SinghWASHINGTON, July 7 (Reuters) – A lawsuit filed on Tuesday alleged that President Donald Trump's administration illegally shared confidential information about Iranian asylum seekers with Iran's government, allegations the Trump administration denied.Lawyers with the left-leaning Public Citizen Litigation Group were representing the Iranian American Legal Defense Fund in the suit.
(2026-07-08). Confronting The Palestine Exception Of The American Historical Association. popularresistance.org The American Historical Association (AHA) was founded in 1884, a time of continuing dispossession, displacement, and assault on Indigenous peoples; systematic discrimination and violence targeting Black, immigrant, and other marginalized communities; and when women were denied the right to vote. The early AHA was often complicit in such exclusionary practices, with non-US and non-European histories relegated to the association's sidelines. Thanks to the intergenerational struggle of students and scholars to hold the AHA accountable to higher standards, the association has come a long way since.
(2026-07-08). Why won't US admit it? China dares, Fujian's new underwater hard-kill defense changes everything. hindustantimes.com China's Type 003 Fujian aircraft carrier is reportedly set to receive a first-of-its-kind anti-torpedo torpedo (ATT) system. If operational, the upgrade would give the carrier an active hard-kill underwater defence capability against incoming torpedoes, potentially reshaping naval warfare and strengthening China's carrier strike group amid rising Indo-Pacific tensions.
(2026-07-08). 23 union locals sue Trump War Dept. to get their contracts back. peoplesworld.org 
GREENBELT, Md.—Some 23 union locals—20 from the Government Employees (AFGE) and three from the National Federation of Federal Employees/IAM—sued Trump War/Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth in federal court in Greenbelt, Md., on July 2 to restore their union contracts. The locals represent at least 62,000 workers combined, including 60,000-plus in AFGE and 2,169 in NFFE. The …
(2026-07-08). Ronaldo's 1st Knockout Stage Goal Takes Portugal to 2026 WC Last 16. ummid.com Cristiano Ronaldo Friday July 03, 2026 scored his maiden Football World Cup Knockout Stage Goal to defeat Croatia, and take Portugal to the 2026 FIFA World Cup Last 16.
(2026-07-08). VAR and provocations: Inside Egypt's World Cup exit to Argentina>. newarab.com 
Egypt led 2-0 for much of the Round of 16 match and were on course to knock out the defending champions thanks to goals from Yasser Ibrahim…
(2026-07-08). Trans flag forest ranger's lawsuit against Trump termination dismissed. peoplesworld.org 
Shannon "SJ" Joslin, who identifies as nonbinary, was a biologist researching bats and other wildlife in Yosemite National Park. After a year fraught with relentless attacks on the trans community by the Trump administration, Joslin and a team of their friends decided to hang a trans pride flag on Yosemite's famous El Capitan cliff. On …
(2026-07-08). Raised On Highland Park's Legendary Mariscos Truck, This Street Omelet Chef Is Striving For His Dream Restaurant. lataco.com Phillip Cejudo grew up serving tostadas at El Mar Azul, and currently oversees his own Venice breakfast street stand by a truck he calls home. His hope is to open Rosie's Canteen in a vintage Airstream and bring wholesome food back to the community that raised him.
(2026-07-08). After guilty verdict, far-right Le Pen seeks French presidency. newarab.com 
Cheers and boos greeted French far-right leader As she shook hands in the street market of the small town of La Fleche in the Loire Valley, some jeered "Give the money back!" and "Go to jail!" while others chanted "Marine, President!" —a sign of the tensions that may lie ahead. | The Paris appeals court on Tuesday…
(2026-07-08). Wallmapu_Héctor LLaitul: un movimiento autonomista, anticapitalista y revolucionario. indybay.org Wallmapu_Héctor LLaitul: Mantenemos un movimiento autonomista, anticapitalista y revolucionario…