thecanary.co (2026-01-29). 11 countries condemn the demolition of UNRWA headquarters and demand Israel halt demolition and open crossingsEleven countries, including nine European states alongside Canada and Japan, have condemned the Israeli authorities' demolition of the headquarters of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) in East Jerusalem.
(2026-01-29). Iran alert — new U.S. threat. workers.org 
On Jan. 20 President Donald Trump threatened to "wipe Iran off the face of the earth." (newsnationnow.com) Iran is a country of 90 million people. He is moving a new U.S. armada off the coast of Iran, to back up his latest threats. A year ago, on February 4, again . . . |
(2026-01-29). Israel exhumed Gaza graves in search for missing soldier's body. newarab.com 
Residents of the Two days ago, Israeli forces conducted extensive operations in Al-Batsh cemetery in eastern Gaza City during the search for the remains of the missing Israeli soldier Ran Goeli. | The act involved bulldozing graves, exhuming remains, and surveying addition…
(2026-01-29). TikTok 'bans' Gaza journalist Bisan Owda's account. newarab.com 
The 28-year-old journalist claimed on Wednesday that her original TikTok account – which previously had 1.4 million followers – was no longer accessible. | Speaking in a video filmed from Gaza and shared across her social media platforms, including a newly launched TikTok page, Owda sai…
middleeasteye.net (2026-01-29). Israeli settlers set Palestinian homes on fire in Jerusalem
Israeli settlers set fire to Palestinian property late on Wednesday in the Khallat al-Sidra Bedouin community, northeast of occupied East Jerusalem. | | According to the Palestinian Authority-run Jerusalem Governorate, settlers assaulted community members and torched a number of Palestinian homes.
(2026-01-29). The US Workers Who Went On Strike For Gaza. popularresistance.org The most significant U.S. labor strike in the past two years in solidarity with Palestinians started with a simple premise. According to Nate Edenhofer, a graduate student at the University of California, Santa Cruz, "Everybody has some sort of vision of how they think the society we live in should be‚Äâ—‚Äâmost of them don't think of it as being a genocide." Edenhofer was part of organizing that strike, the only major strike so far from U.S. labor to defend the Gaza protest encampments and oppose the mass killing of Palestinians since Oct. 7, 2023.
(2026-01-29). Pacific at risky crossroads Gaza vs the urgent drug crisis at our door. asiapacificreport.nz COMMENTARY: By Ro Naulu Mataitini An invitation from a distant warzone landed in Suva earlier this month. The United States, with Israel's endorsement, has asked Fiji to send troops to join a proposed International Stabilisation Force in Gaza. For a nation proud of its United Nations peacekeeping legacy, this whispers of global recognition. Yet, it…
(2026-01-29). Who are the Criminals? Listen to Hind Rajab. counterpunch.org 
(2026-01-29). 'We Cannot Separate Imperialism From Domestic Militarization': Understanding the Links Between ICE, Gaza, and U.S. Foreign Policy. scheerpost.com Border Commander Greg Bovino stands outside a South Minneapolis gas station this morning with BORTAC officers in what seemed like an effort to draw more and more people to the scene as other agents shoot high resolution video of the crowd yelling and blowing whistles. Chad Davis, CC BY 4.0 In one of the scariest moments in modern history, we're doing our best at ScheerPost to pierce the fog of lies that conceal it but we need some help to pay our writers and staff. Please consider…
(2026-01-29). Selected Articles: Exclusive: Leaked "Board of Peace" Resolution Outlines U.S.-Led Plan to Rule Over Gaza. globalresearch.ca 
By The so-called Board of Peace that President Donald Trump officially launched in Davos, Switzerland last week is developing sweeping plans …
(2026-01-29). Israeli PM vows to disarm Hamas. tribune.com.pk 
Israel on Wednesday laid to rest the last hostage from Hamas's October 7, 2023 attack, as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned at the funeral that the country's enemies would pay a heavy price for any future aggression. | Netanyahu's threat came as Hamas told AFP it was prepared to carry out a full transfer of governance in Gaza to a 15-member Palestinian technocratic committee established under a US-backed ceasefire plan. | Hundreds of mourners packed a stadium in southern Israel on Wednesday for the funeral of Ran Gvili, the last Gaza hostage whose burial marked the end of a painful national saga trigger…
(2026-01-29). Veterans' Billboards to Troops: Refuse Illegal Orders to Kill. dissidentvoice.org 
Rory Fanning at the Great Lakes IL, billboard One of the VFP billboards. See them all here. In response to the serial crimes ordered by the Trump administration in Minneapolis, Gaza and Venezuela, a national veteran's organization is sponsoring billboards urging active duty and National Guard troops to "follow the law and their conscience" and refuse illegal orders. In …
(2026-01-29). Ghislaine Maxwell Reveals List Of Epstein 'Co-Conspirators'. newsone.com 
According to reports, a new petition from convicted Jeffrey Esptein accomplice Ghislaine Maxwell has a striking revelation in it, alleging that there were more people involved in the late financier's abuse who haven't been charged. The news comes as many question the Department of Justice's further blockage of the release of files related to Epstein. …
(2026-01-29). No survivors found in Colombia plane crash with 15 aboard. geo.tv 
The image shows a Satena Airlines aircraft covering the route Bogota-Caracas, pictured upon arrival at Simon Bolivar International Airport in Venezuela, on November 9, 2022. — AFPBOGOTA: Colombian authorities on Wednesday located a missing plane carrying 15 people in the…
(2026-01-29). Satena passenger plane with 15 aboard goes missing. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – A passenger plane with 15 people on board went missing near Colombia's border with Venezuela on Wednesday, state airline Satena and aerospace authorities revealed on Wednesday.The flight departed from Cucuta and lost contact with the control tower shortly before it was due to land. It is worth mentioning that the plane was carrying 13 passengers and two crew members."It was scheduled to land around 12: 05 pm" in the nearby town of Ocana, the airline announced in a statement. Security and search workers have been dispatched, according to the air authority.
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(2026-01-29). Why Cuba is Back in the Crosshairs. counterpunch.org 
With Venezuela effectively neutralized as a regional adversary, Cuba has re-emerged as the next unresolved target of U.S. power in the Western Hemisphere. For the Trump administration, it represents an unfinished historical problem: a surviving challenge to U.S. hemispheric authority 90 miles from Florida. In response to the U.S. military operation that captured Nicolás Maduro
(2026-01-29). The War Intervention: AI, Data Centers, and the Environment. counterpunch.org 
Early on Saturday, January 3rd, Venezuela was attacked on behalf of oil, mineral, tech, and weapons profiteers in a regime change operation. Since then, the Trump administration has threatened Iran, Greenland, Cuba, Colombia, and Mexico. What unites these threats? The U.S.'s quest for endless resource extraction to power its increasingly deadly global empire. And it's not slowing down. These resource wars and "operations" are emerging as the AI drive also ramps up. In July, Palantir and the Pentagon signed a 10-year, $10 billion agreement. In April 2025, Palantir won a $30 million contract with ICE — a sign…
(2026-01-29). Venezuela's police, military pledge loyalty to interim President Rodriguez. aljazeera.com Delcy Rodriguez receives loyalty pledge weeks after dozens killed in US military operation to abduct Nicolas Maduro.
(2026-01-29). Sabalenka makes fourth straight Australian Open final. eng.belta.by The world No. 1 opened the semifinals with a convincing straight-sets victory over Ukraine's Elina Svitolina (world No. 12), 6-2, 6-3. The match took 1 hour 18 minutes to complete.
(2026-01-29). Don't Miss Out on Global Research Online e-Books! globalresearch.ca In the past five years, we started our online e-Book project, which is a thematic compilation of articles published individually on the Global Research website. | Our online e-Books are our authors' comprehensive and elaborate analyses on a wide range of …
(2026-01-29). Bad news for vaccine sceptic Farage as measles returns to US. thecanary.co 
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage has sold himself as Britain's Donald Trump. That helped Farage to boost his profile when he wasn't trying to win a majority in a general election…it's working less well now that he is. This is especially true as the second Trump administration is — somehow — more chaotic and violent than […] | By
(2026-01-29). UPDATE 1-Carney says he expects US administration to respect Canadian sovereignty. devdiscourse.com Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, asked about reports that U.S. officials had met separatists seeking independence for the province of Alberta, on Thursday said he ‚Å expected the U.S. administration to respect Canadian sovereignty. The Financial Times said State Department officials had held three meetings with the Alberta Prosperity Project, a group that is pushing for a referendum on whether the energy-producing Western province should break away from Canada.
(2026-01-29). Transport, standards, trade on agenda of EEC Council meeting in January. eng.belta.by Moscow will play host to the first meeting of the Council of the Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC) on 30 January 2026.
(2026-01-29). LHC seeks NAB reply on Maryam Nawaz's Rs70m refund in Chaudhry Sugar Mills case. tribune.com.pk 
The Lahore High Court on Thursday issued notice to the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) and sought its reply on a petition filed by Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, seeking the refund of Rs70 million deposited as a guarantee in the Chaudhry Sugar Mills case. | A three-member full bench, headed by Chief Justice Aalia Neelum, heard the petition. Justice Jawad Zafar and Justice Abhar Gul Khan were also part of the bench. | During the hearing, NAB's counsel informed the court that the Chaudhry Sugar Mills case had already been closed by NAB, declaring it baseless. At this, the Chief Justice questioned wheth…
(2026-01-29). EcoClean brings premium pillow and mattress cleaning to Dubai homes. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-01-29). 'I am a knight': Paris' last newspaper hawker gets top French award. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan-born newspaper vendor Ali Akbar has been homeless, experienced extreme poverty and had been attacked. | On Wednesday, President Emmanuel Macron made Akbar, believed to be the last newspaper hawker in Paris, a knight in the national order of merit in recognition of his service to France. | The French president praised Akbar's "incredible destiny", thanking the septuagenarian for arriving from Pakistan decades ago, selling newspapers for 50 years and carrying France in his heart. | "Dear Ali, thank you for bringing political news to our terraces at the top of your lungs, for warming the hearts of the Fl…
(2026-01-29). Kisenyi Traders Decry Slow Pace of Road Construction. plusnews.ug 
The snail-pace road works in Kisenyi, Kampala, have irked traders, who say the delays are disrupting business operations. Last year, Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) commissioned the construction of Erisa Nkoyoyo Road, Church Road, Church Lane, and Naava Road in Kisenyi, along with other roads in Lubaga Division and Kampala Central, covering a total distance of …
(2026-01-29). Climate news is written in a language most people can't understand. grist.org In the summer of 2023, more than 19,000 people were
(2026-01-29). Britain's Unions Are Back, Just Not the Way You Expected. counterpunch.org 
(2026-01-29). "Sell America" trade: who could reduce U.S. asset holdings? moderndiplomacy.eu Global investors hold a record $69 trillion in U.S. assets, or $27 trillion net of Americans' foreign holdings, giving markets enormous exposure to shifts in sentiment. Concerns over U.S. trade policy, strained relations with allies, and geopolitical uncertainty have prompted analysts to consider which countries might scale back investments in the world's largest economy. Major …
(2026-01-29). Chinese autonomous shuttle launches commercial operations in Belgium. ecns.cn A Chinese-developed autonomous shuttle bus has officially begun commercial operations in Leuven, Belgium.
(2026-01-29). Michael Parenti: An Appreciation. dissidentvoice.org for nearly two decades, every evening in the week, the dean of American newscasters, Walter Cronkite, would end his CBS television news show with the statement: "And that's the way it is." On the eve of his retirement in 1980, Cronkite admitted that isn't the way it is: "My lips have been kind of …
(2026-01-29). PSX plummets by 6,000 points on Middle East tensions. tribune.com.pk 
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) endured one of its darkest sessions in recent history on Thursday as the benchmark KSE-100 Index plummeted over 6,000 points, closing at over 182,300 due to tensions in the Middle East. | What was once a steady climb toward new records transformed into a frantic sell-off driven by a "perfect storm" of international conflict and domestic corporate disappointment. | "Market sentiment deteriorated amid escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, as war-related rhetoric between the US and Iran heightened fears of a broader regional conflict, triggering widespread risk ave…
(2026-01-29). Indiana immigration crackdown targets Burmese refugees as protests erupt in Fort Wayne and Indianapolis. wsws.org Opposition to immigration enforcement is increasingly emerging from below, particularly among young people and workers.
(2026-01-29). Nvidia, Microsoft and Amazon weigh up to $60bn investment in OpenAI: report. tribune.com.pk 
NVIDIA, Amazon, and Microsoft are in talks to invest up to $60 billion in OpenAI, The Information reported on Wednesday. | NVIDIA, an existing investor whose chips power OpenAI's AI models, is in talks to invest up to $30 billion, The Information said, citing a person with knowledge of the situation. | Microsoft, a longstanding backer, is in talks to invest less than $10 billion, the report said. It added that Amazon, which would be a new investor, is in discussions to invest significantly more than $10 billion, potentially even more than $20 billion. | OpenAI is close to receiving term sheets, or an investmen…
(2026-01-29). Grootvlei Climate Smart Horticulture Centre launched. sanews.gov.za Grootvlei Climate Smart Horticulture Centre launched | Eskom, together with the Government of the Netherlands and the Mpumalanga provincial government, have officially launched the Grootvlei Climate Smart Horticulture Centre at the Grootvlei Power Station. | The move marks a milestone in linking the country's Just Energy Transition to "new local economic opportunities in climate-smart food production and skills development". | "The project is already delivering tangible outcomes. Eight community members from the Dipaleseng Municipality are currently being trained as greenhouse facilitators. | "Additionally, 75 ag…
(2026-01-29). Biman Airlines plane lands in Pakistan after Karachi-Dhaka flights resume following 14-year hiatus. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-01-29). EU Designates Iran's Revolutionary Guards as Terrorist Organization. moderndiplomacy.eu European Union foreign ministers agreed to classify the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a terrorist organization, similar to Islamic State and al Qaeda, reflecting a new stance on Iran's leadership. EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas stated that repression must be addressed and emphasized that any regime killing its own people is doomed. The …
(2026-01-29). More snow on the way for Philadelphia region? What to know about possible storm this weekend. whyy.org This story originally appeared on As the East Coast digs out from a massive snowstorm, a potential nor'easter could bring more snow to parts of the A "bomb cyclone," or a rapidly intensifying storm, is forming off the Carolinas Friday night into Saturday. | "This is going to be a monster storm. It is going to rapidly intensify as we get this fresh injection of arctic air that comes…
(2026-01-29). Exiled leader Hasina denounces upcoming Bangladesh polls after party ban. aljazeera.com Ousted premier says the exclusion of her Awami League party "deepens resentment" on Muhammad Yunus's interim government.
(2026-01-29). China donates insulin syringes to Palestinian refugees in Jordan. ecns.cn Chinese Ambassador to Jordan Guo Wei said the donation reflects China's long-standing support for humanitarian aid to Palestinians and its ongoing backing of UNRWA. About 30,000 Palestinian refugees in Jordan have diabetes, and roughly 14,000 require daily insulin injections.
(2026-01-29). Ryan Ruby: Wikipedia and the Novel. newleftreview.org Derogatory references to wiki-novels abound in contemporary literary criticism, as authors parade their characters' pseudo-erudition. But might these be signs of an iPhone era 'regime of perception'? Dazzling reconsideration of the relation between the novel and the encyclopaedia, from Sterne and Melville to Rachel Kushner and Sally Rooney.
(2026-01-29). Bangladesh election: Is the military still a power behind the scenes? aljazeera.com Bangladesh's era of coups and military rule may be over for now, but the army remains a potent force impacting politics…
(2026-01-29). 'Minneapolis mayor' tells JD Vance to "____ a couch" thecanary.co 
'Minneapolis mayor Jacob Frey' found a colourful way to tell US vice-president JD Vance what he thinks of him. Sadly, the account is a parody. Vance, like his boss and other Trump lackeys, has been lying that Frey and Minnesota governor Tim Walz have banned police from helping ICE thugs. Frey (the real one) had […] | By
(2026-01-29). Saturday 1/31: Free virtual screening of the (recorded) play "The Return" indybay.org Zoom | us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_jG5f……
(2026-01-29). Shipwreck trial will shine a light on Italian border authorities. thecanary.co 
On 30 January, six Italian coastguard and customs officials will go on trial for failing to launch rescue operations which could have prevented a shipwreck. The incident killed more than 90 people near the town of Cutro in southern Italy in February 2023. The shipwreck of the "Summer Love" At least 94 people, including 34 children, […] | By
(2026-01-29). WHYY Newscast for Thursday 2:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-01-29). Saturday 2/21: Watsonville: ACLU NorCal Convening – Training to Organize for Change & Defend Democracy. indybay.org FREE one-day, in-person workshop | Location will be given to RSVP attendees: action.aclunc.org/a/organizing-convening… | Breakfast and Lunch Included | Please RSVP by January 31 to secure your spot.
(2026-01-29). PM Sehat Card launched in G-B, AJK. tribune.com.pk 
Federal Minister for Health Syed Mustafa Kamal on Wednesday said that the Prime Minister Sehat Card has been launched in Gilgit-Baltistan (G-B) and Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK), enabling all permanent residents to avail free healthcare facilities. | The minister made these remarks during a meeting with Gilgit-Baltistan Provincial Health Minister and Information Minister, where challenges faced by ongoing health projects in Gilgit-Baltistan were discussed. | Kamal said that the Federal government is utilizing all available resources to improve healthcare services there, adding that there is a need to enhance th…
(2026-01-29). Friday 1/30: ICE Out: Calling Party Action. indybay.org Zoom | www.codepink.org/cp130…
(2026-01-29). Anti-ICE general strike planned across US for 30 January. newarab.com 
(2026-01-29). Debunking the lies that we're not ready for a national shutdown. liberationnews.org 
It's important that we know that this call is very much in the history of how general strikes have emerged in this country since the mid 19th century.
(2026-01-29). Grey Anderson: Primacy's Calculus. newleftreview.org Grey Anderson on Edward Luce, Zbig. Biography of Brzezinski, updating the American strategist and Russia hawk for present needs.
(2026-01-29). Woman, child die as they fall into manhole in Lahore. tribune.com.pk 
The body of a woman, who along with her daughter fell into a manhole near Bhati Gate in Lahore, has been found while the search operation is underway for the girl, a senior police official said Thursday. | DIG (operations) Lahore Faisal Kamran told The Express Tribune that the victim has been identified as Sadia, aged 24. | He said the authorities concerned and emergency services had been conducting search operations along the route of the sewerage line and at one point they spotted the dead body. | However, the search operation continued for the recovery of the victim child. The DIG said the body was found fr…
(2026-01-29). Dutch Judges Order Netherlands to protect its Caribbean Island of Bonaire from Climate Change. juancole.com Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) — A Dutch court in the Hague has
(2026-01-29). Julieta Caldas: Luxury without Grandeur. newleftreview.org The experience of the Frieze Art Fair in London, as sibling events sprout in New York, LA, Seoul, Abu Dhabi, under the ownership of an entertainment mogul. Commercial logics on display in a glaring, idea-less space, where artists function as generators of speculative capital.
(2026-01-29). Saturday 2/7: San Jose: ACLU NorCal Convening – Training to Organize for Change & Defend Democracy. indybay.org FREE one-day, in-person workshop | Location will be given to RSVP attendees: action.aclunc.org/a/organizing-convening… | Breakfast and Lunch Included | Please RSVP by January 31 to secure your spot.
(2026-01-29). Russia Invites Zelenskiy to Moscow for Peace Talks. moderndiplomacy.eu The Kremlin announced that it has reiterated its invitation for Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy to visit Moscow for peace talks as U. S.-led efforts to end the war in Ukraine gather pace. This statement was made during the latest exchange of war dead between Russia and Ukraine, and as they faced rumors regarding a possible …
(2026-01-29). The burden of guilt and how to overcome it. whyy.org Guilt can be a good thing — especially when we've acted against our values or caused harm to someone else. In those cases, the remedy is clear: apologize. | But there's another kind of guilt that's far more pernicious and debilitating — the kind that shadows nearly everything we do, leaving us overly responsible for other people's judgments and emotions. | Our guest, psychiatrist Jennifer Reid, says women are especially vulnerable to this excessive form of guilt, particularly when anything short of perfection seems unacceptable. | She joins us this week to explore where these unreasonable expectations…
(2026-01-29). Save New START- Nuclear Arms Treaties Must Not Expire. counterpunch.org 
On 5 February 2026, the New Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty (New START) — the last remaining arms-control pact between the United States and Russia — is set to expire. Moscow offered to Washington to voluntarily extend it for a year, but Trump recently shrugged it off and told the NYT, "If it expires, it expires." POTUS has also recently been in the headlines for saying that he doesn't believe he is required to follow any laws except his own morality, accountable to no one.
(2026-01-29). Fascist assaults Ilhan Omar as White House escalates campaign against left-wing groups. wsws.org The violent assault follows deliberate incitement by President Trump and the launching of an anticommunist witch-hunt by FBI Director Kash Patel.
(2026-01-29). Yale 360: We Briefly Crossed 1.5C But We Still Have Time to Reverse Climate Change. wattsupwiththat.com What does it take to properly cross one of these tipping points?>
(2026-01-29). Britain's Starmer seeks fresh economic start with China. tribune.com.pk 
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer told Chinese President Xi Jinping on Thursday that he wanted to build a "sophisticated relationship" aiming to boost growth and security, signalling a breakthrough in ties after years of acrimony. | On the most important day of his four-day visit to China, the first by a British prime minister in eight years, Starmer held talks with Xi at the Great Hall of the People before they lunched together. | Starmer, whose centre-left Labour Party government has struggled to deliver the growth it promised, has made improving relations with the world's second-largest economy a priority…
(2026-01-29). 40-Year Taklamakan Greening Project Bears Fruit. dissidentvoice.org 
An experiment in western China over the past four decades shows that it is possible to tame the expansion of desert lands with greenery, and, in the process, pull excess carbon dioxide out of the sky. Taklamakan Desert location. (PeterHermesFurian/iStock/Getty) The sprawling greening project along the edges of China's Taklamakan Desert is creating a visible …
(2026-01-29). Iran to publish names of those killed in protests. newarab.com 
The announcement comes amid conflicting reports about the death toll from unrest that followed protests triggered by Iran's worsening cost of living crisis and broader security tensions. | "By the president's order, the names and details of all victims of the recent tragic events will be published publicly," wrote the deputy for Communications and Information at the Presidential Office, Mehdi Tabatabaei, on X. | Tabatabaei added that a formal mechanism…
(2026-01-29). Griekwastad murderer's parole set for review. sanews.gov.za Griekwastad murderer's parole set for review | Correctional Services Minister, Dr Pieter Groenewald, has referred the decision to grant parole to the infamous Griekwastad murderer to the Correctional Supervision and Parole Review Board (CSPRB) – for review. | The offender is serving a 20-year sentence for the 2012 murder of his mother, father and sister, as well as rape. | The Correctional Supervision and Parole Board (CSPB) in Upington had granted the 29-year-old parole. | He was a teenager at the time the crimes were committed and cannot be named. | "The CSPB in Upington approved the offender's parole placement…
(2026-01-29). Israel parliament gives initial approval for 2026 budget. newarab.com 
Israel's parliament gave initial approval to the 2026 state budget draft on Thursday, handing Prime Minister Lawmakers voted 62-55 in favour of the spending plan, which totals 662 billion shekels ($214.43 billion), excluding debt servicing, and sets a budget deficit ceiling of 3.9 percent of gross domestic product this year. | The budget, as well as an accompanying economic plan, still faces a difficult path to final approval amid deepening polar…
(2026-01-29). Last giant pandas in Japan return to China. ecns.cn Giant pandas Xiao Xiao and Lei Lei, the last remaining giant pandas on loan to Japan, returned to China early Wednesday, the China Conservation and Research Center for the Giant Panda said, marking the suspension of the country's long-running panda conservation exchange with Japan.
(2026-01-29). Is the UK Following France in Re-Aligning Its Economic Strategy Toward China? thinktank.pk British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer's visit to China — the first by a UK prime minister in eight years — has sparked intense debate in global capitals about whether London is charting a new economic alignment with Beijing. The trip, which includes meetings with Chinese President Xi Jinping and a delegation of major UK …
(2026-01-29). Science is guesswork: Nobel Prize in Physics winner. ummid.com Sparking a new debate, Nobel Laureate Roy Glauber has asserted that Science is guesswork, not a perfect logic and advised children to continue 'guessing'.
(2026-01-29). Israel spent $275 million on Lebanese Hezbollah pager attacks. newarab.com 
Israel spent about one billion shekels (around $275m) to carry out its 2024 The pager attack targeted Describing it as a multi-year security investment that stretched back years, retired Brigadier General Gil Pinchas,…
(2026-01-29). Friday 1/30: ICE Out! National Day Of Action! indybay.org Dolores Park SF…
(2026-01-29). Massachusetts bill aims to block National Guard deployment from other states. devdiscourse.com Massachusetts Governor ‚ÄåMaura Healey introduced legislation on ‚Å Thursday that would make it unlawful for another state ‚to deploy its National Guard ‚Å to ‚ÄåMassachusetts without ‚Å the governor's permission.
(2026-01-29). Pierre Vesperini: Government of the Past. newleftreview.org If the past is always that of a certain present, what are the conditions for avoiding the subordination of public history to self-interested origin stories, or the consignment of past infamies to oblivion? Who belongs in public memory, and who not? Reflections on the political use and abuse of popular historiography.
(2026-01-29). Nic Johnson: What The Thunder Said. newleftreview.org Nic Johnson on Melinda Cooper, Counterrevolution. Neoliberalism as programme to head off the radical potential of the Keynesian state.
(2026-01-29). As Minneapolis Rages, Legislators Move To Restrict ICE in Their States. portside.org As Minneapolis Rages, Legislators Move To Restrict ICE in Their States |
(2026-01-29). WHYY Newscast for Thursday 11:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-01-29). Delhi Nursery Admission 2026 First List Today: How and Where to Check. ummid.com The First Merit List (Selection List) for the Delhi Nursery Admissions 2026-27 – Pre-school (Nursery), Pre-Primary (KG), and Class 1, for Open Seats will be published by the private and unaided schools operating in the National Capital today i.e. Friday January 23, 2026, according to the Delhi School Admission Schedule released earlier.
(2026-01-29). ICE's Child Abductions Echo the Gestapo's — But Its Tactics Are Homegrown. truthout.org The image of 5-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos being detained outside of his house upon arriving home from school has gone viral. Wearing a blue fuzzy hat and Spiderman backpack half his size, he faces the bed of a black truck, a white hand holding his backpack. According to the Columbia Heights Public School District in Minnesota, federal agents have detained four students that attend their… |
(2026-01-29). Thursday 2/5: Pro-Peace Vigil (20-Minute Meditation). indybay.org San Francisco City Hall Steps (Polk St.)…
(2026-01-29). Wednesday 1/28: Sacramento Sancturay Mixtape Workday. indybay.org 3711 Park Rd, Sacramento, CA 95841…
(2026-01-29). NUP Claims Nansana Mayoral Seat Amid Disputed Results as NRM Takes Entebbe, Kira, Makindye Ssabagabo. plusnews.ug 
The National Unity Platform (NUP) has won the Nansana Municipality mayoral race in Wakiso District amid claims of electoral irregularities, as the National Resistance Movement (NRM) retained Entebbe, Kira, and Makindye Ssabagabo municipalities. John Bosco Sserunkuma, popularly known as Kaanakambatta, was on Wednesday evening declared the winner of the Nansana mayoral seat after polling 19,468 votes. …
(2026-01-29). Reform's Matt Goodwin confirms he's never lived in Gorton and Denton. thecanary.co 
Responding to Owen Jones, Matt Goodwin has sought to establish his Manchester credentials. Primarily what he's done, however, is confirm that he has never lived in the constituency where he's standing for Reform: You know nothing about me Owen My parents divorced when I was 5 My dad moved to Manchester when I was 12 […] | By
(2026-01-29). Another 12 Gul Plaza fire victims identified using geo-tagging: Sindh Police. tribune.com.pk 
At least 12 more people who perished in the Gul Plaza fire have been identified using geo-tagging, bringing the number of identified deceased to 42, confirmed the Sindh Police on Thursday. | A joint-investigation is currently underway by the Sindh Police forensic units and Punjab's Urban Search and Rescue Force (USAR), using ARSEN Technology, which relies on the collection and examination of digital evidence from sites impacted by structural fires. | The remains of at least three members of a family, Umar Nabeel, his wife Dr Ayesha and their son Ali, all residents of North Nazimabad, were identified on Thursda…
(2026-01-29). Driver arrested after car crashes into New York Synagogue. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-01-29). IHC Bar rejects lawyers' role in Imaan Mazari, husband's arrests. tribune.com.pk 
The Islamabad High Court Bar Association (IHCBA) on Thursday strongly rejected remarks made by Judge Mohsin Aktar Kayani suggesting its involvement in the arrests of lawyers Iman Mazari and her husband Hadi Ali Chattha, calling the allegations "baseless". | "There is no truth in the judicial remarks that the High Court Bar was involved in the arrests of Iman Mazari and Hadi Ali Chattha," said IHCBA Secretary Manzoor Jajja. | He described comments made by a judge, who previously served as president of the High Court Bar, regarding the Bar's conduct as "regrettable." Jajja said: "A judge who was once the preside…
(2026-01-29). US, Iran flaunt military capabilities ahead of possible attacks. newarab.com 
(2026-01-29). Greek Immigration Bill Demonizes Civil Society. hrw.org Click to expand Image | A group of newly-arrived migrants board a ferry in Souda, on the island of Crete, Greece, July 11, 2025. | © 2025 Nicolas Economou/Reuters | The Greek government has introduced an immigration bill with measures that explicitly link nongovernmental groups and humanitarian workers with criminal conduct, when in reality they are helping people in distress trying to reach Greece.The bill would amend the migration code to make membership in a nongovernmental group an aggravating factor for several existing offenses, with draconian penalties. For members of an nongovernmental group it im…
(2026-01-29). Turkmenistan's ambassador: CIS is key regional bridge for states with shared history, interests. eng.belta.by The CIS Executive Committee in Minsk hosted the first 2026 meeting of the CIS Council of Permanent Plenipotentiary Representatives, held under the chairmanship of Turkmenistan.
(2026-01-29). Government launches efforts to rebuild basketball in SA. sanews.gov.za Government launches efforts to rebuild basketball in SA | The Department of Sport, Arts and Culture (DSAC) has formally commenced a process to rebuild and stabilise the governance of basketball in South Africa. | This follows the de-recognition of Basketball South Africa due to prolonged governance and administrative failures that undermined the development of the sport. | The intervention is being undertaken in partnership with the International Basketball Federation (FIBA), through FIBA Africa, and the South African Sports Confederation and Olympic Committee (SASCOC). | The process aims to establish a new, pro…
(2026-01-29). China executes 11 members of Myanmar-based telecom fraud syndicate. ecns.cn China has executed 11 members of a Myanmar-based telecom fraud criminal syndicate that committed multiple violent crimes, the Supreme People's Court (SPC) said on Thursday.
(2026-01-29). DAILY MEMO: Border Patrol and ICE Raid Almost 20 L.A. Communities, Almost 30 Total in SoCal in Record Numbers. lataco.com Today, ICE and Border Patrol set a new daily record, surpassing their previous daily average of about 30 reports with nearly 50 incidents. There was a time when 25-40 was the total number of incidents I'd report for a whole week; they just did that in one day.
(2026-01-29). Russia and China Remain Our Strategic Partners – South African Deputy FM. infobrics.org Pretoria pursues an independent foreign policy in accordance with its national interests, Deputy Foreign Minister Tandi Moraka has said…
(2026-01-29). 2025 border crossings hit record high. ecns.cn China's national immigration authorities significantly enhanced their service efficiency in 2025, processing a record 697 million border crossings, a 14.2 percent increase from the previous year.
(2026-01-29). Minnesota CEOs Cry Crocodile Tears Over ICE. portside.org Minnesota CEOs Cry Crocodile Tears Over ICE |
(2026-01-29). US approves potential $1.7 billion sale of F-100 frigate mid-life upgrade to Spain. devdiscourse.com The U.S. ‚ÄåState Department has approved the ‚Å potential sale of F-100 frigate mid-life upgrade and related equipment to Spain for ‚an estimated cost of $1.7 billion, the ‚Å Pentagon ‚Äåsaid ‚Å on Thursday.
(2026-01-29). Fed maintains rate amid indications further cuts are on hold. wsws.org Throughout the press conference, Fed chair Powell stonewalled on the Trump administration's criminal investigation into him and its efforts to have Fed governor Lisa Cook removed.
(2026-01-29). China vows to launch space tourism within five years amid US rivalry. tribune.com.pk 
China's main space contractor vowed to develop space tourism in the next five years, state media reported on Thursday, as Beijing revs up its commercial spaceflight and deep space exploration ambitions amid a technology race with the US. | State-owned China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation (CASC) said it would "achieve the flight operation of suborbital space tourism and gradually develop orbital space tourism," as well as "build a gigawatt-level space digital intelligence infrastructure", state broadcaster CCTV reported. | China and the US are competing as they look to turn space exploration into…
(2026-01-29). Why France Believes Europe Must Stand Without the United States. thinktank.pk France's recent push for greater autonomy from the United States has attracted global attention, particularly after a diplomatic dispute over Greenland erupted into a transatlantic flash point. French President Emmanuel Macron described the standoff with the United States over the future of Greenland as a "strategic wake-up call for all of Europe", signalling a growing …
(2026-01-29). WHYY Newscast for Wednesday 7:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-01-29). Trump's pick to lead NSA vows to follow law if confirmed. devdiscourse.com The Army general tapped to lead the US National Security Agency assured lawmakers Thursday that he will follow the Constitution and the law when it comes to using the NSA's powerful surveillance tools. Lt. Gen. Joshua Rudd, if confirmed by the Senate, would also run the Pentagon's Cyber Command, giving him a critical role in the nation's offensive and defensive cyber operations. The NSA has been without a permanent director since President Donald Trump fired Gen. Tim Haugh last year. The questions at Rudd's confirmation hearing before the Senate Intelligence Committee reflected concerns about whether Trump has po…
(2026-01-29). US Hegemony Shifts to Raw Power. globalresearch.ca From Thucydides to Trump, "might makes right" still shapes foreign policy. The era of institutions is waning; the era of power again holds sway. | The aphorism asserts that having superior strength or power gives one the ability to control society …
(2026-01-29). UN Committee alarmed over discrimination of Muslims in Assam. ummid.com The United Nations Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination (UNCERD) has expressed concerns over discrimination of Bengali speaking Muslims in Assam.
(2026-01-29). Momentum Builds in Europe for Boycott of US-Hosted World Cup Games. truthout.org Calls are growing for European countries to boycott the 2026 FIFA World Cup later this year in opposition to President Donald Trump, as many of the games are set to take place in the United States. The World Cup will be held in multiple locations across three countries in North America (Mexico, Canada, and the U.S.), with most games happening in the U.S. Many fans are concerned about… |
(2026-01-29). UPDATE 9-Oil prices surge 3% to five-month high on worries US could attack Iran. devdiscourse.com Oil prices climbed 3% to a five-month high on Thursday on rising concerns that global supplies could be disrupted if the U.S. attacks Iran, one of OPEC's ‚Äåbiggest crude producers. Brent futures rose $2.31, or 3.4%, to settle at $70.71 a barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate gained $2.21, or 3.5%, to settle at $65.42.
(2026-01-29). Voices of solidarity from Germany in the fight against Trump's drive to dictatorship. wsws.org Workers and students in Germany send messages of support to the general strike in Minnesota and the nurses' strike in New York, linking the fight against the Trump dictatorship with the struggle against war and social cuts in Europe.
(2026-01-29). Acer unpacks MediaTek Kompanio 540 powered Chromebooks for Students. ummid.com Acer has unveiled the Acer Chromebook Spin 311 and Acer Chromebook 311, its first two education Chromebooks powered by the newly available MediaTek Kompanio 540 processor.
(2026-01-29). The Iranian Protests Explained: Outside Intervention will only undercut Efforts by Iranians to transform their System. juancole.com By (
(2026-01-29). Cristiano Ronaldo remains top goal scorer in Roshn Saudi League. ummid.com Portuguese star footballer Cristiano Ronaldo, who leads Saudi FC Al-Nassr, remains top goal scorer in the Roshn Saudi League (RSL) ongoing season as per the latest data released Saturday January 24, 2026.
(2026-01-29). Musly: The platform connecting Muslims across every life stage. newarab.com 
Anyone who has tried dating apps searching for love knows how much of an emotional rollercoaster it can be. | While there are success stories of people meeting, forming strong relationships, and even getting married, the experience is far from a fairytale for many. | Dating apps can quickly become exhausting due to endless swiping, ghosting, and poor communication, all while navigating fake profiles and catfishing, making it harder to trust anyone. | On top of this, there is the constant pressure to present a "perfect" version of oneself, and with the focus so heavily on looks rather than personality, it's easy t…
(2026-01-29). UAE-backed forces close STC-linked assembly headquarters in Aden. newarab.com 
The Southern Giants Brigades closed the headquarters of the now-dissolved Southern National Assembly, affiliated with the UAE-backed Southern Transitional Council (STC), in Yemen's southern city of Aden on Thursday, acting on orders from Presidential Leadership Council (PLC) member Abdulrahman "Abu Zaraa" al-Muharrami. | According to The New Arab's Arabic-language sister outlet al-Araby al-Jadeed, citing sources, all employees working at the assembly were expelled, while staff, leaders and members were barred from entering the premises. | Sources within the STC told al-Araby al-Jadeed that security measures had b…
(2026-01-29). Ambassador: China thanks Belarus for support on territorial integrity issues. eng.belta.by China firmly defends its state sovereignty and territorial integrity, | Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the People's Republic of | China to the Republic of Belarus Zhang Wenchuan said at a meeting with…
(2026-01-29). As salmon and Delta fish crash, Trump regime approves Sites Reservoir project ROD. indybay.org "Tribal Nations were not meaningfully consulted on a project that directly impacts our waters, sacred places, and our salmon," said Josa Talley, a Karuk Tribal member and Communications and Outreach Coordinator at Save California Salmon. "That alone should have stopped this project. It is reckless to ignore Tribal knowledge and push projects that further destabilize rivers, devastate our already ailing salmon runs and the industries and cultures they sustain, and call it 'progress."
(2026-01-29). Makgetsi Construction assists Greater Tzaneen after heavy rains. sanews.gov.za Makgetsi Construction assists Greater Tzaneen after heavy rains | In response to recent heavy rains that caused widespread road damage and debris buildup, Makgetsi Construction Enterprise has stepped in to assist the Greater Tzaneen Local Municipality with urgent road rehabilitation and clean-up operations in affected areas. | The black female-owned local construction company deployed teams and equipment to support the municipality by removing storm debris and patching damaged road surfaces to restore access, improve safety for residents and motorists, and ensure the continuity of essential services. | Speaking o…
(2026-01-29). Veterans Call To Action: ICE Out Of Our Cities! popularresistance.org Veterans For Peace is outraged at the murders of three civilians by ICE agents, the first being Keith Porter who was killed by an off-duty ICE agent, then Renee Good who was killed in her vehicle, and most recently Alex Pretti — a VA nurse — who was killed on the sidewalk for legally and lawfully expressing his Constitutionally protected first amendment right to film operations. | ICE and other militarized federal agents have been allowed to act with impunity for over a year, and this has culminated in harassment, bloodshed, and summary executions of US citizens simply for exercising Constitutional ri…
(2026-01-29). Saturday 1/31: Meetup: House Arrest Update From Zoe Rosenberg. indybay.org Berkeley Animal Rights Center | 2414 6th St, Berkeley, CA…
(2026-01-29). Heavy gunfire and explosions near airport in Niger's capital. aljazeera.com Heavy gunfire and explosions were heard near Niger's international airport in Niamey on Thursday.
(2026-01-29). Read all about it! Macron gives honour to last newspaper hawker in Paris. geo.tv 
French President Emmanuel Macron gives the Chevalier of the French Order of Merit award to Ali Akbar, who hawks newspapers around the streets of Saint-Germain-des-Pres in the French capital for 50 years, during a ceremony at the Elysee Palace in Paris, France on January 28, 2026. —…
(2026-01-29). Bay Area Mobilizes in Response to Another Trump Murder. indybay.org In hours, over a thousand take to SF Embarcadero to protest another ICE murder…
(2026-01-29). Defense Alliance between Türkiye, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan. uwidata.com As debates intensify over the future of the global system and NATO, middle powers are pursuing regional alliances. One example is the ongoing talks between Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan regarding a potential new defense alliance. Details from our correspondent Yunus Soner in Istanbul. For Türkiye, the latest actions by the United States call into …
(2026-01-29). 'What the Hell Happened' to Tucker Carlson? A New Book Tries To Find Out. portside.org 'What the Hell Happened' to Tucker Carlson? A New Book Tries To Find Out |
(2026-01-29). Monday 2/2: Emergency! Stop Racist Deportations of Haitian and All TPS Refugees – Abolish ICE! indybay.org San Francisco Immigration Court | 100 Montgomery Street, San Francisco | near corner of Montgomery & Post Streets…
(2026-01-29). Field Marshal Munir says Pakistan Army shifting to tech-led, multi-domain warfare. tribune.com.pk 
Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir on Thursday said the Pakistan Armed Forces are undergoing a major transformation across multiple domains, with technology reshaping the future character of warfare, according to the military's media wing. | "Character of war has evolved massively, with technological advancements driving the evolution, dictating huge mental transformation at all tiers. In future, technological manoeuvres will replace physical manoeuvres and will fundamentally alter the way offensive and defensive operations are undertaken. Therefore, Pakistan Armed Fo…
(2026-01-29). Drug regulator tightens safety rules, prompting exit of tradtional Chinese patent medicines. ecns.cn China's drug regulator will require a large number of traditional Chinese patent medicines to withdraw from the market starting in July, as stricter safety disclosure requirements reach a key enforcement deadline, according to media reports.
(2026-01-29). Reforming ICE And The Police State Is Like Punching Waves. popularresistance.org Here in the United States we want our "law enforcement" to be killers. We want big, dumb meat heads with zero accountability and even less diplomacy. We want them to have itchy trigger fingers and the interpersonal skills of potted plants. We want them looking and acting like defensive linemen with badges, guns and daddy issues. (Not that actual defensive linemen don't have daddy issues.) | That's what we seem to desire here in the Land of The Free‚Ñ¢ (and the Largest Prison State of The Free‚Ñ¢). And apparently we have it.
(2026-01-29). WHYY Newscast for Thursday 6:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-01-29). Morocco to open Nador West Med port in late 2026. newarab.com 
(2026-01-29). Fossil Fuels are Doomed — and Trump can't Save them. juancole.com By (The Conversation) — The past three years have been the world's
(2026-01-29). South Korea industry minister in Washington to address U.S. tariff warning. moderndiplomacy.eu South Korea's industry minister arrived in Washington on Thursday to hold talks with senior U.S. officials after President Donald Trump warned he could raise tariffs on South Korean goods over delays in implementing a bilateral trade deal. The visit comes amid heightened concern in Seoul that trade tensions could escalate if legislative bottlenecks are not …
(2026-01-29). Belarusian minister details winter agriculture performance, livestock care. eng.belta.by We learned lessons from the first severe frosts. Another drop in temperature is expected soon. We have conducted work to address shortcomings in all regions of the country, the minister said.
(2026-01-29). Soldiers pass endurance tests as part of Belarusian army's ongoing snap inspection. eng.belta.by A snap inspection of the Armed Forces authorized by the Belarus president continues. Military personnel of the 19th independent mechanized brigade had to pass physical fitness tests on 29 January.
(2026-01-29). ICSE, ISC 2026 Admit Cards: Steps, Link to Download. ummid.com The Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) is set to release the Admit and Hall Ticket of the students who have registered for the ICSE (Class 10) and ISC (Class 12) 2026 exams.
(2026-01-29). Iran must be held accountable for mass killings of protesters and restoration of Internet services. fidh.org The International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH), together with undersigned organisations, expresses grave concern over the Iranian authorities' nationwide repression of peaceful protests and their systematic use of lethal and excessive force against civilians. As Iran faces a deepening economic crisis, thousands of protesters have reportedly been killed, arbitrarily detained, or subjected to torture, while authorities have imposed an internet shutdown to conceal serious human rights (…) | – |
(2026-01-29). Trump says Putin agreed to pause attacks on Kyiv during cold snap. tribune.com.pk 
United States President Donald Trump said on Thursday that Russian President Vladimir Putin had agreed to halt attacks on Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities for a week during an extreme cold snap, after strikes damaged power infrastructure and left civilians without heating. | "They've never experienced cold like that. And I personally asked President Putin not to fire into Kyiv and the various towns for a week, and he agreed to do that," Trump told a cabinet meeting at the White House. | Trump said Russian missile and drone attacks had worsened humanitarian conditions as freezing temperatures spread across Ukrai…
(2026-01-29). Elon Musk's Tesla reports first-ever annual decline in revenue. aljazeera.com Electric car company to invest $2bn in artificial intelligence start-up as part of pivot away from auto market.
(2026-01-29). 'Living on a target': Afghan evacuees stranded at US base amid Iran-US tensions. tribune.com.pk 
More than four years after the evacuation of Kabul, hundreds of Afghan evacuees remain stranded at a United States—run military facility in Qatar, caught in legal and humanitarian limbo amid rising regional tensions, according to Drop Site News. | Around 800 Afghan refugees are currently housed at Camp As Sayliyah, a US military base near Doha. Many were transferred to Qatar in 2021 following the collapse of the US-backed Afghan government and were told they would soon be resettled in the United States. Instead, their cases have remained unresolved for years. | As reported by Drop Site News, once transfer…
(2026-01-29). Fayyad: 2026 Budget Deepens Divides, Reconstruction and Resistance at Risk. english.almanar.com.lb During the parliamentary debate on the 2026 budget, MP Ali Fayyad, a member of the Loyalty to the Resistance Bloc, addressed budgetary and parliamentary authority issues. He warned of the dangers in certain positions taken by some colleagues regarding the legislative authority of the Finance and Budget Committee, emphasizing the need to avoid institutionalizing such …
(2026-01-29). Soaring Prices of Gold and Slipping Status of US Dollar. ummid.com The soaring prices of Gold is a huge flashing red light indicating something has broken deep in the bowels of the current monetary system.
(2026-01-29). Bruce Springsteen sings out against ICE and Trump in 'Streets of Minneapolis'. scmp.com Bruce Springsteen is dedicating his new song to the people of Minneapolis, criticising US President Donald Trump's ongoing immigration enforcement operations in the city. | The lyrics of "Streets of Minneapolis", released Wednesday, describe how "a city aflame fought fire and ice 'neath an occupier's boots", which Springsteen calls "King Trump's private army".
(2026-01-29). Turk—Kurd—Arab Unity is not enough, the solution is the alliance of Türkiye—Russia—Iran—China. uwidata.com By àñzgàºr Bursalƒ±, Secretary General of the Vatan Party (Türkiye) At the AK Party Parliamentary Group Meeting held on January 21, 2026, our President Recep Tayyip Erdoƒüan stated: "What matters is not fragmentation into small statelets, but uniting and building strength together. Turks, Kurds, and Arabs, as in history, will unite, act as one heart, …
(2026-01-29). We Remember! SF VA Workers Commemorate Life of Minneapolis VA AFGE Nurse Alex Pretti. indybay.org Hundreds of SF VA hospital workers and community members commemorated the life of VA AFGE Minneapolis nurse Alex Pretti at the San Francisco VA hospital on January 27, 2026…
(2026-01-29). Belarusian food companies to participate in PRODEXPO 2026 in Moscow. eng.belta.by Sixteen organizations affiliated with Belgospishcheprom Concern will participate in the 33rd edition of PRODEXPO 2026, the international exhibition for food, beverages, and raw materials, in Moscow'é…
(2026-01-29). Cédric Durand: Michel Aglietta. newleftreview.org A tribute to the founder of the Parisian Regulation School of heterodox economics, with its striking combination of elite statistical training, rich conceptualizations and long-range economic history. Michel Aglietta's singular trajectory traced from radicalization in Algeria and 1960s Marxism to studies of China and green modelling.
(2026-01-29). TikTok US censoring Palestine, banning 'Zionist', snooping DMs, force-promoting Israel. thecanary.co 
Since its hostile takeover by the pro-Israel Ellison billionaires, the US version of the TikTok app has begun an immediate war on pro-Palestine, anti-genocide, anti-Trump and anti-ICE speech. The platform had claimed that the sudden and complete 'shadow-banning' of left-wing and anti-Zionist content last weekend was a technical issue. However, reality suggests that users should […] | By
(2026-01-29). Thursday 1/29: Stanford 11 Trial: Pack The Court & Hallway. indybay.org Department 53, so called 'Hall Of Justice' take a right after the security checkpoint lobby and apparent is an elevator in the other wing, there are signs, park across the street or meters or farther away. | Santa Clara Hall of Justice | Department 53…
(2026-01-29). Belarus' central bank: Trust in national currency and banking system grows. eng.belta.by Trust in the national currency and the banking system is growing in Belarus, Chairman of the Board of the National Bank Roman Golovchenko said during a meeting of the Board of the National Bank'é…
(2026-01-29). As ICE cracks down, some of America's biggest names are speaking out. scmp.com No longer confined to the partisans and activists, the fierce backlash against Donald Trump's immigration crackdown has begun to break out across American culture, spanning the worlds of business, sports and entertainment. | Bruce Springsteen released a new song on Wednesday that slammed "Trump's federal thugs". OpenAI Chief Executive Sam Altman told employees that "what's happening with ICE is going too far", referring to Immigration and Customs Enforcement. And lifestyle icon Martha Stewart…
(2026-01-29). Will Europe Let Madrid Carry the Migration Burden Alone? thinktank.pk Spain's decision to grant legal status to around half a million undocumented migrants has reignited debate across the continent on how Europe should manage migration flows, share responsibility, and confront the humanitarian and economic challenges of irregular immigration. The move by the socialist-led government of Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez is not just a domestic policy …
(2026-01-29). Djokovic eyes semi-final nemesis Sinner. tribune.com.pk 
Novak Djokovic will look to ride his good fortune into an 11th Australian Open final but the 10-times champion needs to hit the ground running in a generational semi-final clash with holder Jannik Sinner. | Needing one more major crown to move past Margaret Court and claim the outright record of 25 Grand Slam titles, Djokovic comes into the Sinner showdown as fresh as he could hope to be following walkovers in his previous two matches. | However, the Serb also brings major question marks over his form, having been well beaten in two sets by Lorenzo Musetti before the Italian retired hurt early in the third.
(2026-01-29). BRICS+ Offers Indigenous & Local Communities Ways to Advance Environmental and Social Goals. infobrics.org BRICS+ "offers unique opportunities for reimagining Indigenous inclusion through their emphasis on multipolarity, South-South cooperation, and alternative development paradigms that could, if strategically leveraged, provide space for Indigenous voices to shape governance from within," and therefore bring environmental and social goals forward, a new analysis argues…
(2026-01-29). Pakistan's Aafia Siddiqui and the elusive truth in a landscape of politicized narratives. globalvoices.org 
A case that refuses to close reveals how power evades accountabilityOriginally published on Dr. Aafia Siddiqui. The story of Dr.
(2026-01-29). Facts Over Fear: Newspaper Editorial Shift shows Climate Realism Breakthrough in the UK. wattsupwiththat.com the Carbon Brief article unintentionally underscores a positive development: facts are beginning to compete with fear. Climate realism—grounded in observed data, historical context, and economic reality—is no longer confined to a handful of dissenting voices.
(2026-01-29). Why the government is trying to make coal cute. grist.org 
Can a lump of coal ever be … cute? | It's a question no one was thinking about until last Thursday, when Interior Secretary Doug Burgum Department of the Interior | It might seem like a strange mascot to promote what Burgum calls the "American Energy Dominance Agenda." | "Especially for this administration, I would have expect…
(2026-01-29). Tensions high in DRC, the global cobalt capital, between artisanal miners and industrial mining companies. globalvoices.org 
Artisanal miners are an integral part of the entities involved in mining activities.Global VoicesMonument of an artisanal miner (those who dig the earth by hand or with basic equipment) at the Mwangeji Roundabout in Kolwezi, Lualaba Province, DRC. Photo by Simplice Bambe used with permission. | Kolwezi, a mining city in the Lualaba Province of the southeastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), holds
(2026-01-29). The Gangster's Brief: The Barr Doctrine, Noriega and Maduro. counterpunch.org 
US President Donald Trump might leave an impression of violent novelty, at least for the leader of a nominal liberal democracy, soiling international relations with the gangster's touch. This sense of iconoclasm is misplaced. While his conduct regarding the abduction of Nicolás Maduro certainly dumps mightily on the precepts of international law, legal advisors in the US
(2026-01-29). Saudi Arabia won't allow attacks on Iran from its territory: crown prince. independent.co.ug 
RIYADH | Xinhua | Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud on Tuesday assured Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian that the kingdom will not allow its territory or airspace to be used for attacks on Iran, according to Saudi Press Agency. The crown prince said during a phone call that the kingdom …
(2026-01-29). BRICS Sets Criteria for Admitting New Member States. infobrics.org BRICS has developed a set of criteria that guide decisions on whether to admit new countries to the association, Brazil's ambassador to Moscow Sergio Rodrigues dos Santos has announced…
(2026-01-29). Energy wisdom needed with candidates running for public office. onlineopinion.com.au Open-ended questions will stimulate Energy Wisdom conversations among the press, candidates, and all public debates.
(2026-01-29). Sunday 2/8: Pigeon First Aid & Companion Animal Care. indybay.org Powell Street BART Station | 899 Market Street ∑ San Francisco, CA…
(2026-01-29). 20,000 Chicagoans Mobilize To Demand ICE Out Of Everywhere. popularresistance.org Chicago, IL — Over 20,000 Chicagoans marched in downtown Chicago, Sunday, January 25, through the cold and heavy snow, in response to the brutal murder of Alex Pretti and the ongoing occupation of Minneapolis by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). | The protest, organized by the Coalition Against the Trump Agenda (CATA), demanded charges for Jonathan Ross and all DHS agents involved in murders, that Congress cut all funding to ICE, and an end to collaboration between the Chicago Police Department and ICE.
(2026-01-29). Sunday 2/22: Community Call: Live from Palestine. indybay.org Zoom | christiansforafreepalestine.com/events/f……
(2026-01-29). Black History Month begins, the Philly Auto Show and a pro 3v3 women's basketball tournament in this week's 'Things To Do'. whyy.org 
Philadelphia's weekend kicks off with two very different but equally exciting experiences. On Friday, sports fans can head to Xfinity Mobile Arena for Philly Is Unrivaled, a landmark night marking the city's first women's professional basketball games in nearly 30 years. Music lovers can slide over to The Met Philadelphia the same night for the Room 112 Tour, with '90s hitmakers 112, Total and Case. | On Saturday, the city shifts into gear with the Philly Auto Show at the Pennsylvania Convention Center, while Stravinsky's The Rite of Spring is right on time at the Kimmel Center this weekend. Sunday marks the star…
(2026-01-29). 2025 Rekindled Commitments to Academic Freedom Nationwide. scheerpost.com Photo by In one of the scariest moments in modern history, we're doing our best at ScheerPost to pierce the fog of lies that conceal it but we need some help to pay our writers and staff. Please consider a
(2026-01-29). Greenwich Council admits its investment policy is unlawful councils can divest from Israel. thecanary.co 
Greenwich Council has conceded, under legal pressure, that a clause in its employee pension fund investment strategy was unlawful in claiming that it: cannot exclude investments in order to pursue boycotts, divestment and sanctions against foreign nations and UK defence industries. It has now committed to removing the "legally erroneous" clause. The council has operated […] | By
(2026-01-29). Real Madrid face Champions League play-off. tribune.com.pk 
Jose Mourinho condemned his former employers to a ninth-placed finish in the league phase as his Benfica side beat Real Madrid 4-2 in the Champions League on Wednesday, with a stoppage-time header by goalkeeper Anatoliy Trubin keeping the Portuguese alive in the competition. | A third defeat of the campaign for Madrid, coupled with wins for Barcelona, Chelsea, Sporting Lisbon and Manchester City, meant Madrid missed out on the top eight and will have to play in the two-legged knockout play-off round. | "We knew where we were coming from, what we were coming into, how difficult it would be, and obviously it got…
(2026-01-29). Belarus to face Slovenia in final group stage match of UEFA Futsal Euro. eng.belta.by Aleksandr Chernik's team began their campaign with a loss to Belgium 0-4, followed by a defeat to the seven-time European champions Spain 0-2. On 29 January, the Belarusian side will face Slovenia in Ljubljana in the third round of Group C.
(2026-01-29). U.S. Out of Paris Climate Agreement. wattsupwiththat.com Thanks to President Trump, the U.S. has officially escaped from the Paris Climate Agreement which undermined American values and priorities, wasted hard-earned taxpayer dollars, and stifled economic growth. This is another commonsense America First victory for the American people!" ( — Taylor Rogers, White House spokesperson.
(2026-01-29). Why southern Yemen's chaos is benefiting the Houthis. newarab.com 
The Houthis have not fired a shot in southern Yemen of late. Yet the turmoil While
(2026-01-29). Hamson Obua bows out gracefully after Ajuri loss. independent.co.ug 
Alebtong, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Government Chief Whip Denis Hamson Obua has conceded defeat in the Ajuri County parliamentary race, bringing to an end his 15-year tenure in Parliament. His decision sealed one of the most dramatic political upsets in northern Uganda. In a press statement dated January 28, 2026, Obua accepted the outcome …
(2026-01-29). Eyewitness testimony of shooting of Alex Pretti. workers.org 
The following is the transcript of the reading of a written eyewitness sworn testimony regarding the Immigration and Customs Enforcement gangsters' shooting of Veterans Administration nurse Alex Pretti on Jan. 24 in Minneapolis. It was read Jan. 26 on a broadcast of Democracy Now! radio program. The witness first describes . . . |
(2026-01-29). More Than 120 Civil Society Groups Urge EU to Cancel US Trade Deal. truthout.org As the European Parliament debates the trade agreement reached last year by President Donald Trump and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, more than 120 civil society groups from across Europe and the globe on Thursday warned that the demands Trump has made on the bloc and his "contempt for international law" have made clear that the US is currently "no longer a good-faith partner."… |
(2026-01-29). WHO chief decries attacks on hospitals, medical workers in Iran. newarab.com 
The "I am deeply concerned by multiple reports of health personnel and medical facilities in Iran being impacted by the recent insecurity, and prevented from delivering their essential services to people requiring care," T…
(2026-01-29). Trump's Iraq election threats could end up making Maliki more popular. responsiblestatecraft.org On 27 January, President Donald Trump took to his
(2026-01-29). Beijing on alert as Nipah virus spreads in India. ecns.cn Zero Nipah virus infections have been detected in China, national disease control and prevention authorities have said in the wake of a recent outbreak in India, adding that health authorities have nevertheless begun risk assessments and strengthened monitoring mechanisms.
(2026-01-29). Saturday 2/28: Sacramento: ACLU NorCal Convening – Training to Organize for Change & Defend Democracy. indybay.org FREE one-day, in-person workshop | Location will be given to RSVP attendees: action.aclunc.org/a/organizing-convening… | Breakfast and Lunch Included | Please RSVP by January 31 to secure your spot.
(2026-01-29). Lukashenko rejects several personnel management proposals. eng.belta.by Natalya Eismont, Press Secretary of the Belarus president, told reporters: "The government and the Belarus President Administration had previously suggested moving to different jobs all those invited for today's talk with the head of state."
(2026-01-29). Fed Judge Blasts ICE for Violating Nearly 100 Judicial Decrees in January Alone. truthout.org On Wednesday, a federal judge issued a stark warning to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), saying that he would no longer tolerate failure to comply with court orders. Judge Patrick J. Schiltz, the chief U.S. district judge for the District of Minnesota, had previously issued an order on Monday demanding that ICE acting director Todd Lyons appear in court or risk being held in… |
(2026-01-29). Are there 10 courageous Republicans who can save America? onlineopinion.com.au A republic survives only when lawmakers choose country over career. What happens when they do not?
(2026-01-29). The Meme Morality of ICE and FAFO. counterpunch.org 
Good people cannot make the needed change. Good people can make the needed change. The contradiction is intentional. The first sentence is singular. The second is plural. Individually, most people are not stupid. Collectively, people often are. As George Carlin put it, "Never underestimate the power of stupid people in large groups." On our own,
(2026-01-29). Saudi Arabia-UAE Conflict and Options for India. ummid.com The challenge for New Delhi is not choosing between Riyadh and Abu Dhabi — but navigating a Gulf that is no longer strategically monolithic.
(2026-01-29). Rep. Ilhan Omar Attacked by Man at Minneapolis Town Hall After She Called for Noem's Impeachment. scheerpost.com In one of the scariest moments in modern history, we're doing our best at ScheerPost to pierce the fog of lies that conceal it but we need some help to pay our writers and staff. Please consider a By Minnesota Congressmember Ilhan Omar was sprayed with an unknown liquid Tuesday during a town hall event in Minneapolis. Omar has long been a favorite target of President Donald Trump and his supporters,…
(2026-01-29). Palestinian journalist Bisan Owda with 1.4m followers reports TikTok ban. aljazeera.com Emmy-winning Owda points to changes in TikTok's US ownership, remarks from Israel's Benjamin Netanyahu to explain ban.
(2026-01-29). NRM's Allan Bulamu wins Kira Municipality Mayoral race. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | National Resistance Movement (NRM) candidate Allan Bulamu has been declared the winner of the Kira Municipality mayoral election, amid fierce protests from opposition contenders who accused electoral officials of fraud. The declaration, made by the returning officer after a heated hour-long exchange followed by a lunch break, ignited outrage …
(2026-01-29). Friday 2/6: Protest In front of the ICE Office! indybay.org 220 Vineyard Court Morgan Hill…
(2026-01-29). Bank unions adamant on January 27 strike. ummid.com Banking services across India are likely to face major disruptions as bank unions are adamant on their nationwide strike on Tuesday January 27, 2026.
(2026-01-29). Dozens killed in RSF drone attack in war-torn Sudan's South Kordofan. aljazeera.com The attack in Dilling town comes a day after Sudan's military declared an end to RSF siege there.
(2026-01-29). Bangladesh approves shooting team's India tour. tribune.com.pk 
Bangladesh has approved its shooting team's tour to New Delhi for next month's Asian Shooting Championships days after the cricket team's refusal to play in India due to safety concerns cost them a place at the Twenty20 World Cup. | Bangladesh have been replaced by Scotland in the T20 World Cup, which runs from February 7 to March 8, after they insisted they would not tour India, highlighting security concerns following soured political relations between the neighbours. | The International Cricket Council (ICC), citing independent security assessment reports, dismissed Bangladesh's demands to play their World…
(2026-01-29). Lukashenko urges agricultural sector to invest in production, land. eng.belta.by Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko met with Director General of Agrokombinat Dzerzhinsky Vladimir Lukyanov to receive his report on 29 January.
(2026-01-29). Sunday 2/1: ICE Out! We Can Organize to Defend Ourselves! indybay.org Judge Henry Ramsey Jr. Center | 2939 Ellis Street, Berkeley, CA 94703…
(2026-01-29). Dhaka-Karachi direct flights resume after 14-year hiatus. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan and Bangladesh have resumed direct air links after a 14-year gap, with Biman Bangladesh Airlines operating its first flight between Dhaka and Karachi on Thursday. | The Biman Bangladesh Airlines flight BG341 will depart Dhaka at 8pm and is expected to land at Karachi airport at 11pm after a three-hour journey. | Airport authorities and Pakistan's Civil Aviation Authority said they had received the flight schedule and completed special arrangements for the arrival of the airline's first flight to Karachi. | Read: Direct Pakistan-Bangladesh flights to resume after 14 years | The resumption of direct air…
(2026-01-29). AIMIM Rise Meaningless If Doesn't Lead to Muslim Empowerment. ummid.com The uncritical celebration of the AIMIM's expansion risks mistaking movement for progress as the challenge before Muslims is not merely to assert, but to survive and endure politically.
(2026-01-29). Ultra-strong magnet sets world record. ecns.cn Chinese researchers have set a new record by developing an all-superconducting user magnet with a central magnetic field of 35.6 tesla — more than 700,000 times stronger than Earth's magnetic field.
(2026-01-29). Saturday 3/28: No Kings 3: Nationwide Day of Protest – No ICE! Save Democracy! indybay.org SF Bay Area, California and nationwide…
(2026-01-29). US Launched 23 Strikes on Somalia in January. news.antiwar.com The US military has carried out at least 23 airstrikes on Somalia so far this month, part of a major surge in the Trump administration's bombing campaign on the African nation. Last year saw a record number of strikes on Somalia, though data on civilian casualties is not always forthcoming. US Africa Command (ARICOM) has …
(2026-01-29). Ambassador: China-Belarus trade exceeds $8.86bn in 2025. eng.belta.by Practical cooperation between Belarus and China has reached new heights, | Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the People's Republic | of China to the Republic of Belarus Zhang Wenchuan said at a meeting…
(2026-01-29). China ramping up Nipah virus surveillance. ecns.cn No Nipah virus cases had been detected in China as of Tuesday and the probability of infections in China remains low, the National Disease Control and Prevention Administration said in the wake of a recent outbreak in neighboring India.
(2026-01-29). FBI searches Georgia election office amid Trump's 2020 fraud claims. moderndiplomacy.eu The FBI searched an election facility in Georgia's Fulton County on Wednesday as part of an investigation tied to U.S. President Donald Trump's false claims that the 2020 presidential election was marred by widespread fraud. The move marks a major escalation in the Trump administration's efforts to revisit the election he lost to Democrat Joe …
(2026-01-29). New US TikTok Spinoff Will Be Controlled by Trump-Aligned Billionaires. scheerpost.com Photo by In one of the scariest moments in modern history, we're doing our best at ScheerPost to pierce the fog of lies that conceal it but we need some help to pay our writers and staff. Please consider a
(2026-01-29). Gold prices hit historic high for second consecutive day. tribune.com.pk 
Gold and silver prices continued their sharp rise in both international and domestic markets on Thursday, reaching historic highs for the second consecutive day. | According to local bullion market sources, the international gold price increased by $212 per ounce to $5,504, setting a new record. | The surge was reflected in domestic markets, where the price of gold per tola rose by Rs21,200 to Rs572,862, marking the highest level in the country's history. The price of 10 grams of gold increased by Rs18,175 to Rs491,136. | Silver prices also recorded gains, with the price per tola rising by Rs264 to Rs12,175, a…
(2026-01-29). NBA star Stephen Curry's ties to Israeli intelligence exposed. thegrayzone.com Less than three years after being named the NBA's 2023 Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Social Justice Champion, the league's all-time three-point leader has begun quietly pouring tens of millions into tech ventures owned and operated by Israeli spies. This article was originally published by °Do Not Panic! American basketball star Stephen Curry is investing in tech startups run by former IDF operatives who were integral to building Israel's digital architecture of apartheid and genocide. Curry, considered one of the sport's all-time greats …
(2026-01-29). US agents involved in Alex Pretti's killing in Minneapolis placed on leave. aljazeera.com Two agents placed on administrative leave as outrage continues over killing of intensive care nurse Alex Pretti.
(2026-01-29). All-round Ayub powers Pakistan to 22-run win over Australia in first T20I. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan beat Australia by 22 runs in the opening T20I of the three-match series on Thursday to take a 1-0 lead, with the series serving as preparation for next month's T20 World Cup. | Chasing a target of 169, Australia were restricted to 146 for eight in their allotted 20 overs, with five batters failing to reach double figures. | Cameron Green was Australia's top scorer, making 36 off 31 balls, while Xavier Bartlett added 34 off 25 down the order but was unable to prevent the 22-run defeat. | Spinners shine with a disciplined show üí´ | Pakistan secure a comfortable 22-run win over…
(2026-01-29). Last two giant pandas in Japan return to China. ecns.cn The final two giant pandas in Japan returned to China from a zoo in Tokyo on Wednesday morning, marking the end of over five decades of panda presence in Japan.
(2026-01-29). Why Bangladesh's Growth Model Is Pakistan's Most Relevant Case Study Today. thinktank.pk In a recent special guest lecture hosted by the Sustainable Development Policy Institute (SDPI) and the Embassy of Japan, renowned Japanese development economist Prof. Yamagata Tatsufumi presented a compelling case: Bangladesh, though geographically anchored in South Asia, has adopted an industrial development model strikingly similar to the high-intensity, export-led strategies that propelled East Asian economies. …
(2026-01-29). Saudi Arabia weighs expansion of premium residency program. newarab.com 
The deliberations, which have not yet been finalised, are part of efforts to attract foreign capital and visitors under Crown Prince Mohamme…
(2026-01-29). When World Pulls Apart, India and Europe Build Bridges. ummid.com The new Free Arade Agreement (FTA) between India and European Union goes beyond goods, linking people, skills, technology, supply chains, and security in a divided global economy.
(2026-01-29). EU's new system to tackle illegal fishing overwhelmed. ecns.cn Containers of fish are stacking up at European ports after a new digital system designed to flag illegal catches buckled under pressure, triggering warnings of severe issues for the industry and looming shortages.
(2026-01-29). PSB announces daily allowance for player. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan Sports Board (PSB) on Thursday announced that it would pay a daily allowance of $115 per player to members of the national hockey team, directing the finance department to release the payments ahead of the team's departure in order to ensure players do not face any inconvenience during their international assignment. | Talking to the media, Director General PSB Muhammad Yasir Pirzada said the daily allowance had been approved in line with the government-sanctioned budget and that the decision covered Pakistan's participation in the FIH Pro League. | He said the PSB had managed the payments by realloca…
(2026-01-29). Water bills are increasing, again, punishing Brits for the sins of water companies. thecanary.co 
Yesterday, 28 January, industry body Water UK announced its annual bills hike for 2026. This year, from April onwards, water bills will rise by £2.70 a month — that's £33 across the year. That's an average increase of 5.4%, more than 2% above the most recent inflation figures. Water UK claims that this will fund […] | By
(2026-01-29). Belarusian banks boost investment lending by 50% in 2025. eng.belta.by "With a target indicator of at least 16%, investment lending actually increased by 1.5 times in 2025. Consumer lending grew by almost a third, to Br1.5 billion," the chairman of the Board of the National Bank noted.
(2026-01-29). Gomel Oblast exports products to 67 countries in 2025. eng.belta.by Enterprises and organizations of Gomel Oblast exported goods and | services worth $4.2 billion last year, Deputy Chairperson of the Gomel | Oblast Executive Committee Kseniya Pantyukhova said.
(2026-01-29). Hajj 2026 5th Waiting List of 747 Pilgrims, Payment Details Released. ummid.com The Haj Committee of India has released the 5th waiting list for Hajj 2026, asking a total of 747 pilgrims to confirm their seats by depositing the payment before January 31, 2026.
(2026-01-29). No talks under pressure ⚪ Iran responds to Trump's threats, U.S. naval enforcement in Middle East. ecns.cn British Prime Minister Keir Starmer arrives, as British Ambassador to China Peter Wilson and Chinese Finance Minister Lan Foan walk alongside, in Beijing, China, Jan 28, 2026.
(2026-01-29). Optimism in Mexico about the USMCA, despite Trump's threats. uwidata.com By Daniel Rosas, from Mexico City / Mexico Despite Donald Trump's constant attacks and threats to cancel it, there is optimism that the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) will remain in place. This is due to the advantages it has brought to the three countries, which have become major trading partners. The first formal review of …
(2026-01-29). As NEOM downsizes where do MbS's other Saudi mega-projects stand. newarab.com 
It was supposed to be a city that would not only move Saudi Arabia into a new age but also transform the way we live, yet continued low oil prices and construction delays have put the future of some of Crown Prince The latest news indicates that parts of Riyadh's ambitious urban and industrial designs for
(2026-01-29). What to Do When Tenants Stop Paying Rent in Miami. moguldom.com Few situations are more stressful for a landlord than a tenant who suddenly stops paying rent. Your mortgage, taxes, insurance, and maintenance costs don't pause just because rent payments do. In a high-cost rental market like Miami, missed rent can quickly turn into serious financial pressure. The key is to stay calm and avoid emotional …
(2026-01-29). Polanski says Greens 'must beat Reform extremist' in Gorton Denton. thecanary.co 
Writing in the Metro, Zack Polanski argues it's imperative that the Green Party beats Reform in Gorton & Denton. My article in the Metro. Why the Green Party must beat the Reform extremists in Gorton & Denton.t.co/bnZ1d979og — Zack Polanski (@ZackPolanski) January 29, 2026 Extremism In the article above, Polanski notes: We believe Goodwin is […] | By
(2026-01-29). Senator Calls to Abolish ICE, Says Voting to Fund DHS Supports "Murder" truthout.org Sen. Ed Markey (D-Massachusetts) has come out swinging in favor of abolishing ICE and blocking funding for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), demanding that Democrats use their leverage to do so after Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-New York) released a tepid set of demands for a funding vote in the coming days. In a short video posted to social media on Wednesday evening… |
(2026-01-29). Amid data center boom, Delaware lawmakers want to protect residents from electricity rate hikes. whyy.org This story is part of the From the Poconos to the Jersey Shore to the mouth of the Delaware Bay, what do you want to know about climate change? What would you like us to cover? | Delaware lawmakers have advanced legislation that aims to protect ratepayers as the increasing demand for data centers threatens a surge in electricity rates. |
(2026-01-29). Era of major players in agriculture. How Agrokombinat Dzerzhinsky operates. eng.belta.by The president, in his opening statement, called the enterprise a "giant", pointing to its massive production output and vast land holdings.
(2026-01-29). Overnight Israeli Raids Bring Closures, Injuries, and Expulsions. english.almanar.com.lb Israeli occupation forces stormed the town of Hizma, northeast of occupied Jerusalem, late Wednesday night, mere hours after withdrawing from the area. Israeli occupation forces storm the town of Al-Issawiya in the occupied Jerusalem. pic.twitter.com/zgykpX5kxE— Quds News Network (@QudsNen) January 29, 2026 The Jerusalem Governorate reported that during the incursion, enemy forces fired stun grenades …
(2026-01-29). What Does Cold-Pressed Castor Oil Mean? And Why It Matters. moguldom.com If you've ever shopped for castor oil, you've probably noticed the phrase "cold-pressed" printed on the label. It sounds impressive, maybe even premium—but what does cold-pressed castor oil actually mean? And more importantly, does it really make a difference? Short answer: yes, it does.Long answer? Let's break it down in plain, everyday language. What "Cold-Pressed" …
(2026-01-29). Enhanced India-EU Partnership Strengthens in Fractured World. ummid.com The enhanced partnership between India and European Union (EU) is going to eliminate tariffs on more than 90% of traded goods, besides imparting a thrust to services and facilitate investments between the two sides.
(2026-01-29). UK supermarkets hide record profits behind rising living costs. thecanary.co 
The British Retail Consortium (BRC), a trade association for businesses like supermarkets, has blamed energy costs and tax rises for the fact food prices have increased by 37% over the past five years. But this obscures the truth — that of supermarkets rapidly growing profits, in line with the surge in food prices. Greedflation Lidl's […] | By
(2026-01-29). Whom Is ICE Actually Recruiting? popularresistance.org The Department of Homeland Security recently boasted that it has hired more than 12,000 ICE officers and agents in just four months—a feat that merely required lowering standards, fast-tracking barely vetted recruits, and turning availability into the primary eligibility requirement. That's an exaggeration, but hardly. More than doubling ICE's ranks has meant cutting training from 13 weeks to six, raising the maximum age cap from 40 to none at all, scrapping the college degree requirement, and adding a $50,000 signing bonus.
(2026-01-29). Agents on leave after Minneapolis shooting. tribune.com.pk 
Two immigration agents involved in the fatal shooting of a protester in Minneapolis have been placed on leave, a US Customs and Border Protection spokesperson said Wednesday, as President Donald Trump battles backlash over the incident. | "The two officers involved are on administrative leave. This is standard protocol," the spokesperson told AFP in a statement. Intensive care unit nurse Alex Pretti was shot multiple times on Saturday after being forced to the ground by camouflaged officers in a scuffle captured on video. His death, which followed the deadly shooting of another female protester by an immigrati…
(2026-01-29). Police probe explosive device thrown at Indigenous protest in Australia. aljazeera.com Man charged with throwing explosive device into a crowd at Invasion Day protest in Western Australia's Perth.
(2026-01-29). SIU to probe uMzinyathi District Municipality procurement and contracting. sanews.gov.za SIU to probe uMzinyathi District Municipality procurement and contracting | The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) is set to launch a probe into the affairs of the uMzinyathi District Municipality in KwaZulu-Natal to investigate allegations of serious maladministration and improper or unlawful conduct. | "The probe covers allegations of serious maladministration; misconduct by officials or employees; illegal appropriation or spending of public funds or assets; irregular acts involving state property; intentional or negligent loss of public funds or damage to public property; relevant offences under the Prevention a…
(2026-01-29). Thursday 1/29: Large Vigil for Alex Pretti at Veterans Medical Center. indybay.org Next to 795 Willow Rd Veterans Medical Healthcare | Rally at intersection of Willow Rd. and Durham St. | Menlo Park, CA…
(2026-01-29). A REPRESENTATIVE TO THE EUROPEAN UNION IN BRUSSELS FULL-TIME PERMANENT CONTRACT. fidh.org The International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) is an NGO that brings together nearly 200 civil society organisations around the world. Founded in 1922, it is committed to defending fundamental freedoms and the universality of the rights defined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Independent of any government and recognised for its expertise, FIDH works to strengthen mechanisms for the protection of human rights and defenders through advocacy campaigns, investigations into (…) | – |
(2026-01-29). Congresswoman attacked at Minneapolis event. tribune.com.pk 
As the White House worked to "de-escalate" tensions in Minneapolis Tuesday, a man sprayed Minnesota Congresswoman Ilhan Omar with a syringe of unknown liquid at a town hall meeting, where she called for curbing the Trump administration's anti-immigration crackdown. | The White House is also evaluating whether the Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agents who gunned down a nurse failed to follow "clear guidance" to "create a physical barrier between the arrest teams and the disruptors," deputy chief of staff Stephen Miller told AFP. | "We are evaluating why the CBP team may not have been following that protoco…
(2026-01-29). EconoScope | U.S. dollar's grip loosens as global alternatives gain ground. ecns.cn The global push toward de-dollarization is accelerating, with the U.S. dollar's share of central bank foreign exchange reserves slipping to around 40 percent — its lowest level in at least two decades — according to data cited by the Kobeissi Letter.
(2026-01-29). PHC stays K-P Assembly probe in May 9 case. tribune.com.pk 
The Peshawar High Court (PHC) on Thursday stayed the functioning of the inquiry commission formed by the speaker of the Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Assembly to investigate the incidents of May 9 and 10, 2023, when violent nationwide riots broke out following the arrest of former prime minister Imran Khan. | The bench also instructed the lawyers of all parties to assist the court on the legal aspects of the commission and the ongoing trial in future hearings before adjourning further proceedings. | The directive came during the hearing of a writ petition filed by the Pakistan Broadcasting Corporation (PBC), conducted by…
(2026-01-29). Tavern Tour 250: Remembering the battle of Princeton. whyy.org How did Princeton, N.J. go from a town named after the monarchy… to the home of one of the most legendary battles of the Revolutionary War?
(2026-01-29). The Pitt Season 2 and the challenges facing a serious television drama. wsws.org The second season of The Pitt is being aired in the midst of historical events that have thrust healthcare workers into the spotlight in an unprecedented manner.
(2026-01-29). Mark Tully's death marks more than the passing of a man. ummid.com The death of Mark Tully signifies more than the passing of a man, and the end of a particular form of British writing about India.
(2026-01-29). UpScrolled: The pro-Palestine platform shaking up social media. newarab.com 
As Meta, TikTok, Instagram and So, what is it exactly, and why are users switching? | UpScrolled was launched in July 2025 by Palestinian-Australian app developer Issam H…
(2026-01-29). A high-level legal expert for the Business, Human Rights and Environment Desk to follow the United Nations negotiations of a Legally Binding Instrument to regulate transnational corporations and other business enterprises. fidh.org The International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) is an NGO that brings together nearly 200 civil society organisations around the world. Founded in 1922, it is committed to defending fundamental freedoms and the universality of the rights defined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Independent of any government and recognised for its expertise, FIDH works to strengthen mechanisms for the protection of human rights and defenders through advocacy campaigns, investigations into (…) | – |
(2026-01-29). K-P CM announces overnight sit-in as PTI leaders again denied access to Imran Khan. tribune.com.pk 
Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (K-P) Chief Minister Sohail Afridi and other Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leaders were once again denied permission to meet the party founder outside Adiala Jail, prompting Afridi to announce that he would spend the night at the site in protest, officials said on Thursday. | Afridi and the party leadership held a meeting near the factory checkpoint after the allotted visiting hours ended. They resolved to stage a sit-in on Adiala Road throughout the night until the founder is allowed to meet with his personal doctors, family members, and legal counsel. | The CM also instructed that all pro…
(2026-01-29). Striking Kaiser healthcare workers: "A general strike could be very powerful" wsws.org The Kaiser strike is part of a broader wave of healthcare workers' struggles across the country, totaling more than 46,000 workers from coast to coast.
(2026-01-29). INTERNSHIP WITH THE INTERNATIONAL FEDERATION FOR HUMAN RIGHTS (FIDH) – PERMANENT REPRESENTATION TO THE INTERNATIONAL CRIMINAL COURT (ICC) – THE HAGUE, NETHERLANDS. fidh.org CONTEXT :
| The International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) is an NGO that brings together nearly 200 civil society organisations around the world. Founded in 1922, it is committed to defending fundamental freedoms and the universality of the rights defined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Independent of any government and recognised for its expertise, FIDH works to strengthen mechanisms for the protection of human rights and defenders through advocacy campaigns, (…) | – |
(2026-01-29). U.S. economic dominance: Why we must break free. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-01-29). Amazon, UPS lead new wave of mass layoffs in 2026. wsws.org A new and far-reaching wave of mass layoffs is sweeping the United States, marking a decisive escalation in the ruling class's assault on the working class.
(2026-01-29). Gold extends record advance on safe-haven bets. ecns.cn On Wednesday, spot gold surged past $5,280 per ounce, continuing to break historical records, with year-to-date rises exceeding 20 percent.
(2026-01-29). Starmer visits Beijing for first UK-China summit in eight years. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- British Prime Minister Keir Starmer arrived in Beijing on Wednesday for a four-day visit, marking the first official trip by a UK leader to China since 2018 and signaling a pragmatic reset in bilateral relations. Accompanied by over 50 business representatives from sectors including finance, technology, and culture, Starmer met President Xi Jinping and Premier Li Qiang to discuss strengthening cooperation in trade, investment, clean energy, and education. The visit aims to stabilize ties strained by previous UK criticisms of China's human rights record and security concerns, while exploring potential ag…
(2026-01-29). Palestine: Transforming the Shatat From a Space of Solidarity Into a Space of Confrontation. orinocotribune.com By Khaled Barakat — Jan 27, 2026 | The convening of the conference of the Masar Badil, the Palestinian Alternative Revolutionary Path Movement, in March 2026 in the city of Sà£o Paulo, Brazil will not be a routine organizational event. Rather, it represents a concentrated expression of a deeper political transformation the movement has undergone over the past five years, alongside a parallel shift in the position of the Palestinian shatat within the equation of struggle against the Zionist project. What is taking place today cannot be read as a mere accumulation of activities, but as a qualitative adva…
(2026-01-29). Sialkot Stallionz appoint Tim Paine as Head Coach. tribune.com.pk 
Sialkot Stallionz are proud to announce the appointment of Tim Paine as Head Coach, marking a significant milestone in the franchise's long-term vision for success in the HBL Pakistan Super League. | Speaking on the appointment, Kamil Khan, Team Owner of Sialkot Stallionz, said: "Tim Paine represents leadership at the highest level of world cricket. His journey as an international captain and his extensive coaching experience across elite programs make him the ideal person to lead our cricketing vision. We are not just building a team for one season — we are building a culture, and Tim is the right leade…
(2026-01-29). Britain's Starmer seeks fresh start with China, economic wins. geo.tv 
Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer shakes hands with Chinese President Xi Jinping ahead of a bilateral meeting during his visit to China, in Beijing, China, January 29, 2026. — ReutersStarmer meets China's Xi, calls for reset in relations.Visit comes amid flurry of diplomacy with…
(2026-01-29). Novak Djokovic first to win 400 matches at Grand Slams. ummid.com Serbian star tennis player, Novak Djokovic, Saturday became the first player in the world to secure 400 wins at Grand Slams.
(2026-01-29). Live suicide attempt in Iraq spurs debate on secret informants. newarab.com 
Content warning: This article contains descriptions of self-harm and suicide that some readers may find distressing. | A young The incident, which took place in the Hammam al-Alil…
(2026-01-29). Federal Agents Who Killed Alex Pretti Placed On Leave, Sources Say Pretti Was Attacked By Feds Prior To Killing. newsone.com 
Source: Scott Olson / Getty | As the Trump administration continues to
(2026-01-29). Britain, China join forces against migrant smuggling gangs. geo.tv 
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer arrives in Beijing, China, January 28, 2026. — ReutersBEIJING: Britain and China are set to sign a co-operation agreement on Thursday targeting supply chains used by migrant smugglers, Downing Street said, as Prime Minister Keir Starmer visits…
(2026-01-29). Police, federal agents assault and arrest peaceful protesters outside Dilley detention camp in south Texas. wsws.org As hundreds demanded an end to children being kept in cages, ICE locked down the Dilley facility while Texas police and immigration Gestapo used tear gas and truncheons to assault peaceful protesters outside the prison camp.
(2026-01-29). Imran's 'hospital admission' worries PTI. tribune.com.pk 
Senior opposition leaders on Wednesday expressed grave concern over the health of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan, particularly reports that he was transferred to a hospital for treatment without informing his family or the party leadership. | Top leaders from PTI and its allies held a joint press conference to raise concerns over the continued denial of access to Imran, a day after reports emerged that the incarcerated former prime minister had been suffering from an eye infection. | "The last meeting with Imran Khan took place on December 20, after which party officials and family members h…
(2026-01-29). Iraq's Shia coalition defy US, backs Nouri al-Maliki for PM. newarab.com 
Iraq's Shia political parties have rejected what they describe as This stance follows
(2026-01-29). HCoI launches Self Flight Booking for Hajj Pilgrims: Check Steps. ummid.com Hajj 2026: In another initiative to enhance convenience of the Hajj Pilgrims, the Haj Committee of India (HCoI) has introduced Self Flight Booking facility.
(2026-01-29). Lt Gen Okiding, Sam Mugira among ten elected UPDF representatives to parliament. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Army Council has elected ten representatives of the Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF) to Parliament, with Deputy Chief of Defence Forces Lt. Gen. Sam Okiding emerging top after securing 340 votes. According to results declared by the Electoral Commission Returning Officer, Diana Tumusiime Kateeba, Lt. Gen. Sam Mugira, …
(2026-01-29). Agatha Christie and the red scare. strategic-culture.su By Alwyn TURNER | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | Twenties crime capers were obsessed with communism | "The crime novel," said Bert…
(2026-01-29). ECC greenlights grants worth Rs90b. tribune.com.pk 
The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) of the cabinet on Wednesday took many decisions which would have a total fiscal impact of Rs90 billion. | The ECC considered and approved funds required for clearing outstanding liabilities of utility companies including the Pakistan Post Office Department. | It authorized the release of Rs11 billion as a supplementary grant to address long-pending payables accumulated over several years, according to the Finance Ministry. | The ECC also approved a supplementary grant amounting to Rs29.6 billion to ensure uninterrupted procurement of vaccines and syringes under the Exp…
(2026-01-29). Trump vuelve a amenazar a Irán: "El tiempo se acaba" cubadebate.cu El presidente de Estados Unidos, Donald Trump, amenazó hoy a Irán con un ataque "mucho peor" que el ejecutado en junio contra las instalaciones nucleares de la República Islámica si no acepta un acuerdo para limitar ese programa.
(2026-01-29). A más bloqueo y agresiones de EE.UU., más intensa la solidaridad con Cuba. radiohc.cu 
Un ejemplo de ello será el IV Encuentro Internacional organizado por el Canal Europa por Cuba que se celebrará en Sevilla, España, del 30 de enero al 1 de febrero próximos con el objetivo de respaldar a la mayor de las Antillas frente a las embestidas de la actual administración de Washington del mandatario Donald Trump. | Líderes y miembros de movimientos solidarios y reconocidas personalidades del viejo continente, de América Latina, àÅfrica y Asia, así como representantes de Cuba y de sus residentes en el exterior, reafirmarán en esa cita el apoyo incondicional al decano archipiélago del Caribe. | Los pa…
(2026-01-29). Trump vuelve a amenazar a Irán: "El tiempo se acaba" cubadebate.cu El presidente de Estados Unidos, Donald Trump, amenazó hoy a Irán con un ataque "mucho peor" que el ejecutado en junio contra las instalaciones nucleares de la República Islámica si no acepta un acuerdo para limitar ese programa.
(2026-01-29). A más bloqueo y agresiones de EE.UU., más intensa la solidaridad con Cuba. radiohc.cu Un ejemplo de ello será el IV Encuentro Internacional organizado por el Canal Europa por Cuba que se celebrará en Sevilla, España, del 30 de enero al 1 de febrero próximos con el objetivo de respaldar a la mayor de las Antillas frente a las embestidas de la actual administración de Washington del mandatario Donald Trump. | Líderes y miembros de movimientos solidarios y reconocidas personalidades del viejo continente, de América Latina, àÅfrica y Asia, así como representantes de Cuba y de sus residentes en el exterior, reafirmarán en esa cita el apoyo incondicional al decano archipiélago del Caribe. | Los pa…
(2026-01-29). En vigor en Cuba, Código de la Niñez, Adolescencias y Juventudes. radiohc.cu El Código de la Niñez, Adolescencias y Juventudes fue publicado este miércoles en la Gaceta Oficial de la República de Cuba y entra en vigor este mismo día 28 de enero, en coincidencia con el aniversario 173 del natalicio de José Martí, nuestro Héroe Nacional. | La ministra cubana de Educación, Naima Trujillo Barreto explicó en conferencia de prensa algunos de la confección de la norma, para lo cual se valieron de un amplio grupo de asesores y consultas a quienes va dedicado su proceder. | La titular significó que este instrumento legal contempla un sistema de protección integral con sus respectivos subsistemas p…
(2026-01-29). En vigor en Cuba, Código de la Niñez, Adolescencias y Juventudes. radiohc.cu El Código de la Niñez, Adolescencias y Juventudes fue publicado este miércoles en la Gaceta Oficial de la República de Cuba y entra en vigor este mismo día 28 de enero, en coincidencia con el aniversario 173 del natalicio de José Martí, nuestro Héroe Nacional. | La ministra cubana de Educación, Naima Trujillo Barreto explicó en conferencia de prensa algunos de la confección de la norma, para lo cual se valieron de un amplio grupo de asesores y consultas a quienes va dedicado su proceder. | La titular significó que este instrumento legal contempla un sistema de protección integral con sus respectivos subsistemas p…
(2026-01-29). Más ayuda para Cuba desde España. radiohc.cu 
Otra ayuda solidaria destinada a pobladores de las provincias orientales de Cuba llegará en los próximos días procedente de España, coordinado por diferentes organizaciones solidarias que operan en la península ibérica. | Manuel Lleonart, miembro de la Asociación Valenciana de Amistad con Cuba, José Martí, mencionó que para cerrar el contenedor se convocó a una jornada de trabajo voluntario el sábado 24 de enero, que congregó a más de 30 activistas de la solidaridad con Cuba de Valencia, Euskadi, Madrid y Catalunya, cubanas y cubanos residentes, más activistas de varias organizaciones políticas y sindicales, quie…
(2026-01-29). Entra en vigor Código de la Niñez, Adolescencias y Juventudes en Cuba. cubadebate.cu El Código de la Niñez, Adolescencias y Juventudes fue publicado hoy en la Gaceta Oficial y entra en vigor este mismo día 28 de enero, en coincidencia con el aniversario 173 del natalicio del Héroe Nacional de Cuba, José Martí, lo cual lo convierte en un homenaje a su legado, que estuvo en muchos casos dedicado a la infancia.
(2026-01-29). Presidenta de México: La ayuda humanitaria a Cuba continúa. cubadebate.cu La presidenta de México, Claudia Sheinbaum, afirmó hoy que su país continúa con la ayuda humanitaria a Cuba, asediada por el bloqueo económico, comercial y financiero de Estados Unidos desde hace más de seis décadas.
(2026-01-29). Presidenta de México: La ayuda humanitaria a Cuba continúa. cubadebate.cu La presidenta de México, Claudia Sheinbaum, afirmó hoy que su país continúa con la ayuda humanitaria a Cuba, asediada por el bloqueo económico, comercial y financiero de Estados Unidos desde hace más de seis décadas.
(2026-01-29). Universidad de Matanzas otorga título de Doctor Honoris Causa a Miguel Barnet. radiohc.cu 
´La mejor forma de ver las estrellas es pisar los adoquines por donde caminaron los poetas de la Atenas de Cuba ª, expresó este miércoles el destacado intelectual cubano Miguel Barnet, tras recibir la Condición Académica Doctor Honoris Causa en Ciencias de la Educación, como simbólico abrazo de la Universidad de Matanzas (UM). | Barnet recibió el título honorífico en la Sala de Conciertos 'José White', de manos de la doctora en Ciencias Leyda Finalé de la Cruz, rectora de la UM, en ocasión del I Festival Internacional de Poesía Puentes Poéticos. | Durante la cita que contó con la presencia de Alpidio…
(2026-01-29). Entra en vigor Código de la Niñez, Adolescencias y Juventudes en Cuba. cubadebate.cu El Código de la Niñez, Adolescencias y Juventudes fue publicado hoy en la Gaceta Oficial y entra en vigor este mismo día 28 de enero, en coincidencia con el aniversario 173 del natalicio del Héroe Nacional de Cuba, José Martí, lo cual lo convierte en un homenaje a su legado, que estuvo en muchos casos dedicado a la infancia.
(2026-01-29). Irán responde a provocación de Trump. radiohc.cu Irán está abierto al diálogo con Estados Unidos, pero preparado para defenderse si es presionado, declaró este miércoles en su cuenta de X la Misión Permanente del país persa ante las Naciones Unidas. | La representación iraní recordó en un mensaje que ´la última vez que Estados Unidos se equivocó al entrar en guerras en Afganistán e Irak, desperdició más de 7 billones de dólares y perdió más de 7.000 vidas estadounidenses ª. | La misión afirmó, además: Irán está preparado para el diálogo basado en el respeto y los intereses mutuos, pero si es empujado, se defenderá y responderá como nunca antes ª.
(2026-01-29). Irán responde a provocación de Trump. radiohc.cu Irán está abierto al diálogo con Estados Unidos, pero preparado para defenderse si es presionado, declaró este miércoles en su cuenta de X la Misión Permanente del país persa ante las Naciones Unidas. | La representación iraní recordó en un mensaje que ´la última vez que Estados Unidos se equivocó al entrar en guerras en Afganistán e Irak, desperdició más de 7 billones de dólares y perdió más de 7.000 vidas estadounidenses ª. | La misión afirmó, además: Irán está preparado para el diálogo basado en el respeto y los intereses mutuos, pero si es empujado, se defenderá y responderá como nunca antes ª.
(2026-01-29). Xenofobia: Atacan a la congresista demócrata Ilhan Omar. cubadebate.cu Tras la agresión, la congresista insistió en continuar hablando en asamblea pública. Las autoridades arrestaron al atacante, un hombre de 55 años llamado Anthony Kazmierczak. Horas antes del ataque, el presidente Trump se burló abiertamente de la congresista Omar durante un mitin en el estado de Iowa.
(2026-01-29). Jazz Plaza homenajea a José Luis Cortés. cubadebate.cu La 41 edición del Festival Internacional Jazz Plaza ha tenido la deferencia de recordar este año a uno de los músicos más integrales que ha tenido Cuba, el flautista José Luis Cortés, a quien se le ha dedicado un coloquio en esta, su ciudad natal. Por estos días, y en el marco del evento dedicado a él, han sido varias las figuras participantes que han rememorado su legado.
(2026-01-29). Díaz-Canel encabezó análisis del PCC en Las Tunas y Camagàºey. radiohc.cu 
El primer secretario del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba (PCC) y presidente de la República, Miguel Díaz-Canel encabezó este miércoles los plenos extraordinarios del Partido en las provincias de Las Tunas y Camagàºey, como parte del ciclo de reuniones que se desarrolla en todo el país para analizar las prioridades del año 2026. | La Presidencia de la República informó en su cuenta oficial de X, que en ambos encuentros participó el miembro del Buró Político y secretario de Organización del Comité Central del PCC, Roberto Morales Ojeda, y las máximas autoridades políticas del territorio. | En el c…
(2026-01-29). Leñadores fuerzan a un séptimo juego en playoff beisbolero. cubadebate.cu Los Leñadores de Las Tunas vencieron hoy 5-4 a los Leopardos de Villa Clara y forzaron a un séptimo y decisivo juego para definir el último semifinalista del campeonato cubano de béisbol.
(2026-01-29). Zelensky "You Are Losing the War, Sign A Peace Agreement with Russia" . Italian Deputy PM Matteo Salvini. globalresearch.ca Support for Ukraine is losing backing among European politicians, many of whom see this policy as misguided. The illegitimate Ukrainian president, Vladimir Zelensky, is seen as an uncomfortable figure among European parliamentarians due to his insistence on a "military …
(2026-01-29). México conspira para invadir EEUU, dice libro promovido por Trump. cubadebate.cu El presidente Donald Trump promovió en sus medios sociales un nuevo libro que advierte sobre "un golpe de Estado invisible" contra Estados Unidos organizado por el gobierno mexicano y Morena al "usar como arma política la migración masiva para influir en elecciones y minar la seguridad nacional".
(2026-01-29). Díaz-Canel encabezó análisis del PCC en Las Tunas y Camagàºey. radiohc.cu El primer secretario del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba (PCC) y presidente de la República, Miguel Díaz-Canel encabezó este miércoles los plenos extraordinarios del Partido en las provincias de Las Tunas y Camagàºey, como parte del ciclo de reuniones que se desarrolla en todo el país para analizar las prioridades del año 2026. | La Presidencia de la República informó en su cuenta oficial de X, que en ambos encuentros participó el miembro del Buró Político y secretario de Organización del Comité Central del PCC, Roberto Morales Ojeda, y las máximas autoridades políticas del territorio. | En el c…
(2026-01-29). Leñadores fuerzan a un séptimo juego en playoff beisbolero. cubadebate.cu Los Leñadores de Las Tunas vencieron hoy 5-4 a los Leopardos de Villa Clara y forzaron a un séptimo y decisivo juego para definir el último semifinalista del campeonato cubano de béisbol.
(2026-01-29). México conspira para invadir EEUU, dice libro promovido por Trump. cubadebate.cu El presidente Donald Trump promovió en sus medios sociales un nuevo libro que advierte sobre "un golpe de Estado invisible" contra Estados Unidos organizado por el gobierno mexicano y Morena al "usar como arma política la migración masiva para influir en elecciones y minar la seguridad nacional".
(2026-01-29). Jazz Plaza homenajea a José Luis Cortés. cubadebate.cu La 41 edición del Festival Internacional Jazz Plaza ha tenido la deferencia de recordar este año a uno de los músicos más integrales que ha tenido Cuba, el flautista José Luis Cortés, a quien se le ha dedicado un coloquio en esta, su ciudad natal. Por estos días, y en el marco del evento dedicado a él, han sido varias las figuras participantes que han rememorado su legado.
(2026-01-29). Santiago de Cuba rindió tributo a José Martí. radiohc.cu El pueblo de Santiago de Cuba rindió tributo este miércoles a José Martí, el Héroe Nacional, en el aniversario 173 de su natalicio. | En el Mausoleo que guardan los restos del Apóstol de la independencia, en el cementerio patrimonial Santa Ifigenia, se realizó la ceremonia militar, el cambio de la guardia de honor, y estudiantes de la Escuela Militar 'Camilo Cienfuegos', de la urbe indómita, colocaron las ofrendas florales enviadas por el líder de la Revolución cubana, general de Ejército Raúl Castro Ruz; el primer secretario del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba (PCC) y presidente de la República, Mig…
(2026-01-29). Xenofobia: Atacan a la congresista demócrata Ilhan Omar. cubadebate.cu Tras la agresión, la congresista insistió en continuar hablando en asamblea pública. Las autoridades arrestaron al atacante, un hombre de 55 años llamado Anthony Kazmierczak. Horas antes del ataque, el presidente Trump se burló abiertamente de la congresista Omar durante un mitin en el estado de Iowa.
(2026-01-29). Anti-Russian Persecution in Europe. Austrian Lawmakers Propose to Revoke Citizenship of Former Foreign Minister. globalresearch.ca Anti-Russian persecution in Europe continues to grow significantly, affecting even public figures and state officials. Recently, Austrian politicians proposed in parliament that the country's former foreign minister, Karin Kneissl, have her citizenship revoked due to alleged "ties" with Russia. …
(2026-01-29). Santiago de Cuba rindió tributo a José Martí. radiohc.cu El pueblo de Santiago de Cuba rindió tributo este miércoles a José Martí, el Héroe Nacional, en el aniversario 173 de su natalicio. | En el Mausoleo que guardan los restos del Apóstol de la independencia, en el cementerio patrimonial Santa Ifigenia, se realizó la ceremonia militar, el cambio de la guardia de honor, y estudiantes de la Escuela Militar 'Camilo Cienfuegos', de la urbe indómita, colocaron las ofrendas florales enviadas por el líder de la Revolución cubana, general de Ejército Raúl Castro Ruz; el primer secretario del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba (PCC) y presidente de la República, Mig…
(2026-01-29). María Haro Sly: Sprawl as Subject. newleftreview.org María Haro Sly on Carlos Pagni, El Nudo. The Buenos Aires periphery as a political subject, from the early workers' movement to Javier Milei.
(2026-01-29). María Haro Sly: Sprawl as Subject. newleftreview.org María Haro Sly on Carlos Pagni, El Nudo. The Buenos Aires periphery as a political subject, from the early workers' movement to Javier Milei.