(2025-09-15). SJSU Pro-Palestine Students Disrupt Career Fair With Silent Action. popularresistance.org San Jose, CA — On September 10, San Jose Students for a Democratic Society alongside various other SJSU students held a silent protest outside a career fair where Lockheed Martin, notorious weapons manufacturer and supporter of the Gaza genocide, had a table. | San Jose State University held the "Business, Financial Services and Logistics Job and Internship Fair" at 11 a.m. in the Student Union Ballroom. The career fair on the school's website claims to attract over 600 students. Lockheed Martin was present at the event, intent on recruiting students to participate in what they call "defense," which is in f…
(2025-09-15). Israeli Strikes Leave 50,000 Homeless In Gaza. popularresistance.org Since dawn on Sunday, Israeli occupation forces have killed 31 Palestinians, including aid workers, in a series of airstrikes and ground assaults across the Gaza Strip. | Local officials said that at least 50,000 people were made homeless following Israeli evacuation orders that forced residents to flee south along Rashid Al-Bahri Street. | The attacks come as Israel presses ahead with its nearly two-year genocidal war on Gaza, marked by attempts to reoccupy Gaza City and forcibly displace its residents. | Hospitals across the Strip reported dozens of casualties. Al-Quds Hospital confirmed seven people were kille…
(2025-09-15). Movements Worldwide Draw the Line Against Genocide, Injustice, Fossil Fuels, and Call for Rights, Jobs, and Justice. commondreams.org Draw the Line is a global action (15-21 September) with widespread events taking place across the world peaking over the weekend of September 19—21, 2025. In the lead-up to COP30 and as world leaders gather in New York for the General Assembly of the United Nations tens of thousands of people across the globe are …
(2025-09-15). Sunday 9/14: Doctors Against Genocide (DAG) Weekly Webinar. indybay.org
(2025-09-15). Israel's Netanyahu starves 1 in 5 Gaza Children. scheerpost.com By Juan Cole / Informed Comment Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) — The United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) reports that 19 of every 100 Palestinian children in Gaza are malnourished. That is up from 15 in July. Even more worrying, UNICEF found an increase in cases of acute malnutrition. In July 8.5% of children examined manifested symptoms of the condition. …
(2025-09-15). Friday 9/19: Israel! Stop Killing Palestinians! Stop Starving Gaza!! indybay.org 456 Montgomery, San Francisco | Israel Consulate – the central web of the rogue criminal nation…
(2025-09-15). Qatar slams Israel's Doha strike as 'state terrorism,' urges action & ceasefire. hindustantimes.com Qatar's prime minister and foreign minister, Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, sharply condemned Israel for its recent strike on Doha that killed five Hamas leaders and a Qatari security officer, calling it a "continued violation of international law, human values, and diplomatic norms." Speaking ahead of a Monday summit of Arab and Muslim foreign ministers, Sheikh Mohammed urged the international community to stop "double standards" and impose consequences on Israel's actions. He labeled the strike "state terrorism" and reaffirmed Qatar's commitment to mediating a ceasefire in the Gaza war through cooper…
(2025-09-15). Global Sumud Flotilla leaves Tunisia's Bizerte port for Gaza. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Several ships that are part of the Global Sumud Flotilla began to depart from the port of Bizerte in Tunisia towards the Gaza Strip on Sunday, media confirmed.According to The New Arab, Global Sumud Flotilla ships stopped in the port of Bizerte to refuel and complete some logistical procedures before continuing their way towards the strip. Since Sunday morning, several small ships have begun to depart towards Gaza to break the siege imposed by Israel amid the ongoing war that killed at least 64,871 and wounded 164,610 others, since Oct. 7, 2023, the Palestinian Ministry of Health in the Gaza Strip said…
(2025-09-15). Israel / Palestine: Calls for the protection of humanitarian activists sailing to Gaza aboard all the Global Sumud Flotilla. fidh.org According to reports, more than 50 boats of humanitarian activists from the Global Sumud Flotilla – coordinated by the Maghreb Sumud Flotilla, the Freedom Flotilla Coalition, Global Movement to Gaza, and the Sumud Nusantara – sailed to Gaza on 31st of August 2025, departing from Barcelona. They aim to deliver urgent humanitarian aid to the besieged population in Gaza. Israeli authorities have consistently intercepted vessels attempting to breach the blockade, redirecting them to Israeli (…) | – |
(2025-09-15). Manufacturing Excuses: Why Does David Ignatius Give Apologizing for Israeli Atrocities? counterpunch.org 
"Israel's strike on Hamas's political leadership in Qatar's capital, aimed at forcing an end to the Gaza war, looks like a rare Israeli tactical mistake." — David Ignatius, "Doha attack narrows Israel's options in Gaza war," Washington Post, September 10, 2025, With this singular sentence,…
(2025-09-15). Thursday 9/18: Power Half Hour for Gaza. indybay.org Zoom | http: //jvp.org/gazaph…
(2025-09-15). 300,000 Palestinians Forced To Flee as Israeli Strikes Pound Gaza City. scheerpost.com
(2025-09-15). Polish president critical of Germany to visit Berlin. tribune.com.pk 
Polish President Karol Nawrocki is due in Berlin for talks on Tuesday, with his past criticism of Germany looming over Warsaw's diplomatic drive to bolster allied support after a Russian drone incursion. | Poland is seeking greater military and political backing after its army, together with its NATO allies, scrambled jets to down Russian drones violating its airspace early on Wednesday. | While Russia denied targeting its eastern European neighbour, Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk warned his country was closer to "open conflict" than at any point since World War II in the wake of the intrusion. | Nawrocki […
(2025-09-15). Many ICE Agents Lose Ability to Spy on Immigrants' Payments to Family Back Home. theintercept.com 
For years, Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes "To our understanding th…
(2025-09-15). 19 killed in Nigeria wedding bus crash. tribune.com.pk 
(2025-09-15). Turkey's political crisis deepens with possible court ouster of opposition leader. tribune.com.pk 
Turkey's main opposition party, already battered by an unprecedented legal crackdown, could see its leader ousted by a court on Monday in what some see as a test of the country's shaky balance between democracy and autocracy. | An Ankara court is set to decide whether to annul the party's 2023 congress over alleged procedural irregularities – a move that would strip its chairman, Ozgur Ozel, of his title and further erode the opposition's leadership and authority. | Hundreds of members of the Republican People's Party (CHP) have been jailed pending trial in a sprawling probe into alleged graft and terrorism li…
(2025-09-15). Back to 1984? Trump Sees World Power through Petroleum-colored Glasses. juancole.com ( Tomdispatch.com ) — That was President Trump's blunt assessment of global power politics when it came to the United States and Russia following his inconclusive "summit" meeting with Vladimir Putin in Anchorage, Alaska, on August 15th. Of all his comments about the meeting, that numerical assessment — made during a post-summit interview with Sean …
(2025-09-15). New York governor backs Zohran Mamdani for NYC mayoral role. geo.tv 
Zohran Mamdani speaks during a watch party for his primary election, which includes his bid to become the Democratic candidate for New York City mayor in the upcoming November 2025 election, in New York City, US, June 25, 2025. — Reuters
(2025-09-15). 'We are going to find solutions' to Jhb water challenge – Mayor Morero. sanews.gov.za 'We are going to find solutions' to Jhb water challenge – Mayor Morero | Johannesburg Mayor Dada Morero has moved to assure the city's residents that the current water challenges gripping the city are being dealt with. | Morero was speaking during a media briefing at the Alexander Park Reservoir on Monday morning following violent protests across the city last week over the issue. | "We are on top of this problem. We are going to find solutions on the water issue in Johannesburg," the Mayor said. | Morero said the city will soon unveil its water infrastructure master plan, which will include refurbishments and pi…
(2025-09-15). Car Washes Have Become Flashpoints in Immigration Crackdown With Over 250 Detentions in California. latintimes.com The CLEAN Carwash Worker Center said to La Opinión that of the roughly 500 car washes in Los Angeles, more than 80 have been raided…
(2025-09-15). Masonic symbolism surrounds Charlie Kirk death, number '33' ignites theories. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Since the assassination of the far-right political activist Charlie Kirk, conspiracy theories have flooded social media, with people linking his death to unusual world events or rituals.Charlie Kirk is a conservative political activist and co-founder of "Turning Point USA". He was shot dead on Wednesday, Sept. 10, during an event at Utah Valley University. The police arrested the attacker, a 22-year-old man, who was identified as Tyler Robinson.Masonic symbolism surrounds Charlie Kirk's death: : A theory that has been rising across social media platforms is the number "33", which is reportedly li…
(2025-09-15). SC questions super tax on provident funds. tribune.com.pk 1724268870-0/Supreme-Court-of-Pakistan-(2)1724268870-0.jpg)
The Supreme Court on Monday heard petitions challenging the imposition of a super tax on provident funds, with a five-member constitutional bench led by Justice Aminuddin Khan questioning whether such a levy is justified when income tax itself is exempt. | During the hearing, Justice Muhammad Ali Mazhar cited Section 53 of the Income Tax Ordinance, which provides exemptions, and asked if a trust fund could be treated as private property. | Justice Hasan Azhar Rizvi warned that repeated super tax deductions could erode retirement benefits over time, observing that an initial levy could grow significantly and re…
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(2025-09-15). Latina Women Lead Trump's Latino Collapse as Immigration Rhetoric Fails to Distract From Economic Pain. latintimes.com President Donald Trump's standing among Latino voters has entered dangerous territory, and the warning signs are being led by Latina women. A new poll from Somos Votantes, Somos PAC, and Global Strategy Group shows that Latinas have turned sharply against him, and the shift is reverberating across gender and generational lines.
(2025-09-15). Japan and Korea Should Hand Money to their Exporters Rather than Donald Trump. counterpunch.org 
Donald Trump has been boasting about his trade deals with Japan and Korea, where in exchange for buying down the taxes on their imports from 25 percent to 15 percent, they will give him $550 billion and $350 billion, respectively, to invest as he pleases. The nature of these commitments is not yet clear, but
(2025-09-15). Is anything moving forward? indybay.org It is a commonplace that the catastrophes of the 20th century put an end to optimism about progress. Instead of prosperity and freedom for all, or at least for most, it brought unimaginable destruction of human life and totalitarian regimes the likes of which the world had never seen before.
(2025-09-15). California Caves to Oil Industry With Health, Environmental Rollbacks. indybay.org SACRAMENTO, Calif., September 13, 2025 — The California legislature today passed a bill that greenlights tens of thousands of new oil and gas drilling permits in Kern County over the next decade with no further environmental review. Senate Bill 237 passed as a last minute "gut and amend" measure at the end of the legislative session, truncating public participation. It was one of several bills that roll back environmental and health protections this session.
(2025-09-15). Il destino eurasiatico e multipolare della Russia per la costruzione di un nuovo ordine mondiale. strategic-culture.su Come il destino eurasiatico e multipolare della Russia sia fondamentale per la costruzione di un nuovo e più giusto ordine mondiale. | Segue nostro La Russia per lungo tempo ha coltivato, ben oltre l'ubriacatura servile e liberista impostale con sguaiata violenza dai vincitori statunitensi della Guerra Fredda alla fine degli anni '90 del passato secolo, la convinzione che l'Europa continentale non fosse succube dell'atlantismo liberista…
(2025-09-15). Venezuela Denounces US Spy Flights, Says Reconnaissance Missions Have Tripled (+Guyana Trinidad). orinocotribune.com Venezuelan Defense Minister General Vladimir Padrino reported Sunday that the United States carries out intelligence flights against the country and provided details about the types of aircraft it frequently flies in the Caribbean, noting they have tripled in recent weeks. He asserted that Venezuela "is prepared for each flight and also conducts intelligence for its defense." | General Padrino described the types of aircraft being piloted over the Caribbean on a mission he described as "very provocative," one that seeks to create an incident to ignite war in the Caribbean. | The top Venezuelan commander explained…
(2025-09-15). Ukraine drones target Russian refinery. tribune.com.pk 
Ukraine launched a large attack with at least 361 drones targeting Russia overnight, sparking a brief fire at the vast Kirishi oil refinery in Russia's northwest, Russian officials said on Sunday, reporting no injuries. | As world powers talk about how to end the deadliest conflict in Europe since World War Two the drone war has escalated, with Russian drones downed in NATO-member Poland and attacks by Ukraine against oil refineries and pipelines in Russia, the world's second biggest oil exporter. Russia's defence ministry said at least 361 drones had been shot down by Russian air defence systems, including fo…
(2025-09-15). Champions Barca crush Valencia at training ground stadium. tribune.com.pk 
Robert Lewandowski, Raphinha and Fermin Lopez struck twice each as Barcelona thumped Valencia 6-0 on Sunday in a La Liga match they were forced to play at their tiny training ground stadium because of delays in reopening the Spotify Camp Nou. | The rampant Spanish champions moved second, two points behind leaders Real Madrid, who boast a 100 percent record after their win at Real Sociedad on Saturday. | Hosting the game at the 6,000-capacity Johan Cruyff Stadium beside their training facilities west of the city, with the rebuilt Camp Nou not yet permitted to open, Barca's first home game of the season saw high…
(2025-09-15). Work towards fiscal sustainability continues. sanews.gov.za Work towards fiscal sustainability continues | As part of ongoing efforts to achieve fiscal sustainability, government is implementing reforms that will unlock economic growth and is roping in the private sector to invest in infrastructure development, says the Deputy Minister of Finance, Dr David Masondo. ⚪ "South Africa's fiscal path is not without challenges. But we are taking deliberate steps, restoring expenditure discipline, stabilising debt, advancing structural reforms, and strengthening institutions," the Deputy Minister said on Monday. ⚪ Addressing investors, policymakers, and thought leaders at the…
(2025-09-15). Kerr makes scoring return after 20-month layoff. tribune.com.pk 
Sam Kerr said it was a relief to be back on the pitch again after the Chelsea striker scored on her return to action following 20 months on the sidelines due to a serious knee injury. | The 32-year-old injured her anterior cruciate ligament in January 2024 and had to sit out the Paris Olympics as well as Chelsea's title-winning campaign last season. | Australia's all-time leading scorer showed she was keen to make up for lost time, her 100th goal for Chelsea helping the side to a 3-1 victory over hosts Aston Villa in the Women's Super League on Sunday. | "It feels good," she told Chelsea's website. | "I am rea…
(2025-09-15). Thousands throng Washington memorial for slain US activist Charlie Kirk. scmp.com A vigil held in the US capital of Washington on Sunday for slain conservative activist Charlie Kirk reportedly drew a "full house" of mourners, including top Republican officials, as authorities said the man arrested in connection with the killing was not cooperating. | Among those in the 2,460-seat concert hall at the Kennedy Centre in Washington were House Speaker Mike Johnson, Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard, Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jnr and White…
(2025-09-15). ManiFiesta and Fête de l'Humanité open season of resistance after EU's summer of humiliation. peoplesdispatch.org In the face of what Peter Mertens, Secretary General of the Workers' Party of Belgium (PTB-PVDA), called "a summer of humiliation for the European Union" — marked by EU leaders agreeing to increased NATO spending, a harmful tariff deal with the United States, and failed attempts to ingratiate themselves with the Trump administration over the …
(2025-09-15). Siriano and Hudson showcase collections at New York Fashion Week. tribune.com.pk 
Christian Siriano and Sergio Hudson hit the runway on Friday evening, showing off their spring/summer collections for 2026. | Siriano's collection, inspired by old Hollywood glamour, used German-American screen actress Marlene Dietrich as his muse, he told Reuters. | Models started down the runway wearing mostly black-and-white gowns and suits, with pops of color appearing midway. At the end of the show, looks included large top hats and floor-length bubble-hem dresses in vibrant colors to match, with Canadian model Coco Rocha closing out the presentation. | "I wanted the whole collection to feel like silver s…
(2025-09-15). Five Theses On The Situation In Nepal. popularresistance.org If your house is not clean, then the ants will come through the door and draw in the snakes. | The crisis in Nepal escalated in early September, bringing down the center-right government of Prime Minister KP Oli. The immediate spur was the regulation and banning of social media on September 4. Protests over this action were met by police firing, which resulted in the killing of 19 protestors. This escalated into major manifestations, leading to attacks on the homes of politicians and the national parliament building as well as the presidential building. | Several narratives are circulating about the current uphea…
(2025-09-15). The vector of political killings in the USA is still Donald Trump. independentaustralia.net 
(2025-09-15). Sen. Fetterman Warns Dems About Being 'Reactive' to the Administration's Rhetoric: 'We Can't Just Be, 'Trump Is Always Wrong!'. latintimes.com Despite his criticism of Democrats, Fetterman said: "I just made a significant investment in the Pennsylvania Democratic Party. I'm not changing my party"
(2025-09-15). U.S. citizens are targeted for thoughts and negative comments about Charlie Kirk. indybay.org It's A Kafkaesque Situation For Many Accused Of Mocking Charlie Kirk!
(2025-09-15). FBI Director Kash Patel Reveals Physical Evidence Connecting Tyler Robinson to the Murder of Charlie Kirk. latintimes.com Patel confirmed that DNA acquired from a towel wrapped around the rifle used to kill the conservative commentator matched Robinson's.
(2025-09-15). TNPA Newark Road upgrades almost complete. sanews.gov.za TNPA Newark Road upgrades almost complete | Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) has reported major progress in the upgrade of Newark Road, one of the Port of Richards Bay's most critical access routes, with 75% of works completed. | Valued at approximately R20 million and scheduled for completion in December 2025, this capital project forms part of TNPA's ongoing drive to modernise port infrastructure to enhance the safety and efficiency of cargo movement for port users. | Since project commencement in May 2025, approximately one kilometer of Newark Road has been successfully upgraded. | The road has been…
(2025-09-15). Wednesday 9/17: Pagan Anarchism. indybay.org SubRosa Community Space, 703 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz…
(2025-09-15). Upazila parishad, police station attacked in Faridpur. jagonews24.com Protesters attacked the upazila parishad and a police station in Bhanga, Faridpur, over the reorganization of parliamentary seats. The incident occurred around 1: 00 pm on Monday (15 September).
(2025-09-15). House Bill Would Let Marco Rubio Strip Passports Over Political Speech. progressivehub.net ALEXIS STERLING | NATION OF CHANGE…
(2025-09-15). Over 200 suspects arrested in Ekurhuleni weekend crackdown. sanews.gov.za Over 200 suspects arrested in Ekurhuleni weekend crackdown | Police in Ekurhuleni arrested 206 suspects and shut down five illegal liquor outlets during a weekend crime crackdown across the district. | The arrests, carried out between Friday, 12 September, and Sunday morning, 14 September 2025, formed part of various operations targeting serious and violent crime, illegal mining, and unlicensed liquor outlets. | In one incident in Germiston, police arrested a suspect found in possession of an unlicensed firearm and live ammunition during a stop-and-search operation on Delville Power Road. The man was detained at…
(2025-09-15). Arsenal eye Champions League charge with revamped attack. tribune.com.pk 
Arsenal start their bid for Champions League glory against Athletic Bilbao on Tuesday powered by a new-look attack revitalised by the Gunners' summer spending spree. | Mikel Arteta's side reached the semi-finals of Europe's top competition for the first time since 2009 last season before losing to eventual winners Paris Saint-Germain. | Arsenal also fell short in the Premier League, where they ended as runners-up for a third consecutive season, partly due to a misfiring forward line. | Arteta set about remedying that issue over the close-season, with Viktor Gyokeres, Noni Madueke and Eberechi Eze adding extra…
(2025-09-15). 75-year-old Sikh woman detained by immigration authorities after living for over 30 years in US. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: A 73-year-old woman was detained by the immigration authorities in California after she went through a routine background check. Her arrest has sparked massive outrage across the community. | Harjit Kaur had been living in the US for over 30 years, was detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officials during a routine check-in earlier this week. | According to the reports, her family along with hundreds of members from the community organised a protest Friday, calling for the immediate release of Kaur, who was detained on Monday after ICE asked her to come to the San Francisco office…
(2025-09-15). India dominates Pakistan as Asia Cup clash sparks meme storm. tribune.com.pk 
India and Pakistan met once again on the cricket field in Dubai on September 14, 2025, during the Asia Cup group stage. The game carried weight far beyond the scoreboard, being the first clash between the two sides since border tensions earlier in the year. Calls for a boycott had surfaced in India in the lead-up to the match, but when the players finally walked out, the anticipation on both sides of the border was undeniable. | On the pitch, the contest was far more one-sided than fans might have hoped. Pakistan batted first but never found momentum, finishing on 127 for 9. India's spinners kept the middle or…
(2025-09-15). John Lee's policy address must illuminate Hong Kong's way forward. scmp.com Some readers might not know Hong Kong had an election a little over a week ago. And that's OK, because most of us aren't part of the 3,631 voters eligible to take part in the Election Committee subsector by-elections, held on September 7. | The election achieved a phenomenal voter turnout rate of 97.33 per cent. The 1,500-member Election Committee had 93 vacancies that needed filling. Nearly 80 per cent of the seats were uncontested.
(2025-09-15). "War room" for 2026 academic year. sanews.gov.za "War room" for 2026 academic year | The Department of Higher Education and Training is set to establish a War Room for the 2026 academic year in a bid to strengthen stability and responsiveness across…
(2025-09-15). Two Men Arrested For Allegedly Placing Bomb Near Charlie Kirk's Murder Site. latintimes.com Authorities in Utah arrested two men after an explosive device was discovered under a news media vehicle parked near the area where conservative activist Charlie Kirk was assassinated earlier this month. Investigators say the incident presented a serious risk to public safety, even though the device failed to detonate.
(2025-09-15). Wild West oil town erected at Capitol as legislators consider oil drilling expansion bill. indybay.org The advocates talked to legislators and passersby urging the Legislature to vote no on the oil drilling expansion bill, AB 237, a last-minute gut and amend that calls for expanded oil drilling in Kern County. The California legislature is slated to vote on this bill this morning.
(2025-09-15). Brazil Reacts to Bolsonaro Verdict. counterpunch.org 
On Thursday, one day earlier than planned, the first panel of the Brazilian Supreme Court* issued guilty verdicts for former President Jair Bolsonaro and 7 of his cronies for 5 crimes, including leading an armed criminal organization that attempted to install a military coup after the former president failed to win reelection in 2022. Here
(2025-09-15). Faridpur blockade: Over 200 sued, UP chairman arrested. jagonews24.com Police have filed a case against 90 identified individuals, including current and former union parishad chairmen, over the blockade of highways and railway lines in Bhanga demanding the restoration of the Faridpur-4 parliamentary constituency boundary.
(2025-09-15). Real Madrid revitalised for new Champions League mission. tribune.com.pk 
Record 15-time kings of Europe Real Madrid open their new Champions League campaign on Tuesday against Marseille hoping they now have the coach and squad to reconquer the throne. | Madrid refreshed their squad this summer with several new signings at a cost of around 170 million euros ($200 million) and hired former midfielder Xabi Alonso to replace veteran Carlo Ancelotti. | Los Blancos were dismantled 5-1 on aggregate by Arsenal in last season's quarter-finals, underlining the need to take a step forward both tactically and in terms of personnel. | With a top-heavy attack as Ancelotti insisted on regularly l…
(2025-09-15). "Qatar is not alone:" Israeli strike triggers new Middle East reality. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – An emergency Arab-Islamic summit in Doha is expected to show strong support for Qatar after an Israeli airstrike last week hit senior Hamas officials on its land.Before the summit, a draft resolution called the Israeli attack a "destabilizing escalation" and said that any Israeli attempts to "impose a new reality in the region" were not acceptable. The draft doesn't say what kinds of diplomatic or economic punishments will be used, but it could be changed before the leaders meet.Airstrike Makes Conflict WorseThe Israeli attack on September 9 killed five Hamas members, but it did not kill the leaders it…
(2025-09-15). ICE Agents Lose Access to Database Tracking Immigrants' Wire Transfers: Report. latintimes.com "This data is not and has never been intended to be used for immigration purposes," said Arizona's Attorney General…
(2025-09-15). Charlie Kirk: This Too Shall Pass, Unfortunately. counterpunch.org 
If there's one thing we should all be able to agree on, it's that no one should be murdered for speaking. In the aftermath of Charlie "Prove Me Wrong" Kirk's murder at a Utah campus event, it's clear that no, we don't all agree on that. The bulk of responses to Kirk's assassination consisted of:
(2025-09-15). Trump Escalates Attacks on Venezuela, Calls Tren de Aragua 'Worse Than MS-13'. latintimes.com Former U.S. President Donald Trump on Sunday sharpened his rhetoric against Venezuela, accusing Nicolás Maduro's government of sending drugs and violent criminals into the United States and branding the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua as "probably the worst gang in the world."
(2025-09-15). Senator Scott Says Colombia Risks 'Terrible Consequences' if Petro Doesn't Cooperate With U.S. on Anti-drug Efforts. latintimes.com "If Petro continues on this path, we will have to reconsider, because dollars from our government will no longer flow in the same way to Colombia," added Scott…
(2025-09-15). Fitch downgrades France's credit rating to A+ amid debt and political turmoil. hindustantimes.com Fitch Ratings downgraded France's sovereign credit score from "AA-" to "A+" on September 12 in response to mounting political instability and spiraling public debt—marking France's lowest rating ever from a top global agency. The move comes after Prime Minister Franàßois Bayrou resigned over a failed parliamentary confidence vote regarding his austerity-driven budget plan, exposing deep fractures in France's political system and sparking immediate fiscal uncertainty. Watch for more…
(2025-09-15). California 175 – 1850 Compromise: Our ongoing journey towards a paid Juneteenth Holiday. indybay.org President George Washington signed just two pieces of slavery related legislation: the 1793 Fugitive Slave Law, which guaranteed the right of slaveholders to recover escaped slaves across state lines, and the 1794 Slave Trade Act, which restricted U.S. participation in the trafficking of human cargo. 1850 Compromise established the State of California and expanded Chattel Slavery impacts throughout America.
(2025-09-15). Philippines president backs protests over corruption scandal. jagonews24.com Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos said Monday he did not blame people for taking part in street protests "one bit" as anger mounts over a corruption scandal involving phony flood control projects.
(2025-09-15). DIRCO, UNISA to host G20 town hall meeting in Cape Town. sanews.gov.za DIRCO, UNISA to host G20 town hall meeting in Cape Town | The Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO), in collaboration with the University of South Africa (UNISA), will host a Group of 20 (G20) Town Hall Outreach on Tuesday, 16 September 2025, in Cape Town. | The event will be held under the theme: "Financial Inclusion for Economic Development: Creating Access to Benefit Grassroots Economies". | This G20 Town Hall Outreach aims to engage South Africans on the significance, objectives, and benefits of South Africa's G20 Presidency, as well as to solicit input from non-state actors and civil…
(2025-09-15). BMA leadership to visit Durban Harbour. sanews.gov.za BMA leadership to visit Durban Harbour | The Commissioner of the Border Management Authority (BMA), Dr Michael Masiapato, will on Wednesday lead a high-level delegation from the BMA's Executive Committee (EXCO) on a monitoring visit to the Durban Harbour. | This significant visit marks the first time the full BMA EXCO undertakes an official monitoring visit of Durban Harbour (Durban Port), which is Africa's busiest seaport. | The Port Management Committee (PMC) is expected to provide a first-hand, on-the-ground operational report on the environment, challenges and complexities faced by BMA officials stationed at…
(2025-09-15). Venezuela Warns Neighbors of Retaliation Over Support for U.S. Military Operations: 'We'll Act in Legitimate Defense'. latintimes.com The country's Defense Minister accused Guyana and Trinidad & Tobago of acting on instructions from Washington during the current U.S. deployment in the Caribbean sea…
(2025-09-15). The Doha Assassination Plot, Emergency Summit, and Trump's Double-Cross. counterpunch.org 
Last week's failed assassination attempt of the Palestinian negotiating team in Doha, Qatar, raises critical questions that extend far beyond the attack itself. The crux of the problem lies in three interconnected issues: the increasing use of artificial intelligence (AI) in targeting individuals, the failure or deliberate negligence of the U.S. led air defense system, and Qatar's vulnerable position as a host to both a major U.S. base and the ceasefire negotiations.
(2025-09-15). Australia's anti-immigration rallies, Hong Kong weather: 5 weekend reads. scmp.com We have put together stories from our coverage last weekend to help you stay informed about news across Asia and beyond. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. | 1. Strong appetite for new iPhone in China as pre-orders break record | 2. Charlie Kirk, US political violence — and what it looks like from China | 3. Hong Kong set for unsettled weather next week as 3 low-pressure areas develop…
(2025-09-15). Nepal PM vows to meet protesters demands. tribune.com.pk 
Nepal's new leader vowed Sunday to follow protesters' demands to "end corruption" as she began work as interim prime minister, after "Gen Z" youth demonstrations ousted her predecessor. | Sushila Karki, the 73-year-old former chief justice, has been tasked with restoring order and addressing protesters' demands for a corruption-free future ahead of elections in six months. | Protests, sparked by a ban on social media and feeding into long-standing economic woes, began on Monday and quickly escalated, with parliament and key government buildings set ablaze. | "We have to work according to the thinking of the Ge…
(2025-09-15). Poles Just Released … smoothiex12.blogspot.com a concrete proof of Russian drones attacking Poland)) Some say ⚪ could be Slovaks or Czechs. Funny, still. Here are 100% Poles))
(2025-09-15). Isak still not ready, says Slot, but may face Atletico. tribune.com.pk 
Liverpool fans were denied the chance to watch British record signing Alexander Isak in action as he was left out of the match-day squad for Sunday's 1-0 victory at Burnley, but manager Arne Slot said they will not have to wait long. | Slot confirmed the Swedish forward, signed on deadline day for 125 million pounds ($169.45 million) from Newcastle United, was still not up to speed after playing barely any minutes this season. But the Dutchman hinted he is likely to play some part against Atletico Madrid in the Champions League on Wednesday. | "Alex is far from ready for that schedule of three games in a week,…
(2025-09-15). Russian ambassador to Romania called after drone intrusion. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Romania's Foreign Minister, Oana Toiu, revealed on Sunday that the Russian ambassador to Bucharest had been summoned after a Russian drone was spotted in the country's airspace, AFP reported.According to sources, a Russian drone had entered the airspace of Romania amid the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine, which began in February 2022. Toiu told private TV channel Digi 24 that Russian ambassador Vladimir Lipaev would be summoned to the ministry on Sunday evening to "clearly communicate Romania's protest" against the drone incident.‚ùóÔ∏èThe footage shows two…
(2025-09-15). KZN Premier calls for thorough investigation into Imbali scholar transport tragedies. sanews.gov.za KZN Premier calls for thorough investigation into Imbali scholar transport tragedies | KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thamsanqa Ntuli has called for a thorough investigation into two scholar transport accidents in Pietermaritzburg's Imbali Township last week. | On Thursday, a minibus taxi lost control and crashed into Senzokuhle Crèche and Pre-School in Imbali Unit 18, claiming the lives of five children aged between nine and eleven, and leaving several others injured. | On Friday, another scholar transport vehicle was involved in a crash along the same road. All children survived the second incident. | Ntuli has called f…
(2025-09-15). Saturday 9/27: Guatemalan Poet-Filmmakers. indybay.org 992 Valencia Street, San Francisco…
(2025-09-15). Turkey: Stop throttling social media platforms and messaging services. fidh.org Turkey is increasingly throttling social media platforms and messaging apps to silence online communication at moments of profound political or social importance. The undersigned human rights and press freedom organisations, including the International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) and the World Organisation Against Torture (OMCT), within the framework of the Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders, condemn Turkey's actions, which isolate people from vital information, (…) | – |
(2025-09-15). India's refusal to shake hands with Pak sparks outrage after Asia Cup clash. tribune.com.pk 
India beat Pakistan by seven wickets in the Asia Cup on Sunday as the neighbours met for the first time since a military conflict between them in May, but tensions simmered after the match as India's players left the field without shaking hands. | The incident has sparked outrage in Pakistan, with the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) lodging a formal protest and captain Salman Ali Agha boycotting his post-match media duties. | The match | On the field, India looked in control from the outset. Pakistan struggled to build momentum after being sent in, finishing on 127 for 9 in 20 overs. Sahibzada Farhan top-scored w…
(2025-09-15). Sam Altman on God, Elon Musk and the Mysterious Death of His Former Employee. scheerpost.com By Tucker Carlson / The Tucker Carlson Show ⚪ Sam Altman on God, Elon and the mysterious death of his former employee. |
(2025-09-15). No problem remains unresolved if youth stay active: Yunus. jagonews24.com Professor Dr Muhammad Yunus, Chief Adviser of the interim government, said that if the youth remain active, no problem in the country will remain unresolved.
(2025-09-15). The Invention of 'Venezuela Drugs'. orinocotribune.com 
By The Anti Empire Project and Joe Emersberger — Sep 14, 2025 | And the plan to bring Israel's post-2023 genocidal warfare to the Americas | US/Israel rules of war: build a lie, then slaughter civilians from the air
| There's a widespread belief that every lie contains a kernel of truth. If it was ever the case it is not any more. The belief is a potent tool in the hands of an imaginative propagandist who is capable of inventing a lie from whole cloth. Such is the nature of the lie about Venezuela being a source of drugs. It is a lie that has been invented in front of us, in real time. For while the US…
(2025-09-15). Punjab rivers recede as flood enters Sindh. tribune.com.pk 
The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has issued new figures on river flows with rivers seeing decreased levels at different points in Punjab, while Sindh braces for higher levels. | NDMA has also warned of the new monsoon spell clouding the upper regions of the country to hit by September 16. | In the River Chenab, the flow is normal with a gradual decrease at Trimmu and upstream areas, including Marala, Khanki, and Qadirabad. | At Panjnad on the Chenab, a high flood wave of 308,000 cusecs is present. | Severe flood conditions persist in southern Multan, Muzaffargarh, Rajanpur, Lodhran, Bahawalpur…
(2025-09-15). Britain Increases Security Around Windsor Castle Ahead of Trump's Visit – What Are The Threats. latintimes.com Security around Windsor Castle and nearby key venues has been significantly heightened as President Donald Trump is due to begin his second state visit to the United Kingdom on September 16-18, 2025…
(2025-09-15). Miller Says He and Trump Will Use Law Enforcement to 'Dismantle' the Left After Kirk Shooting. scheerpost.com White House Deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller in a Fox News appearance days after the assassination of Charlie Kirk, on September 12, 2025. (Screenshot from Fox News) By Stephen Prager / Common Dreams White House Deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller vowed Friday that he and President Donald Trump would use this week's assassination of Charlie …
(2025-09-15). Astronomers detect interstellar tunnels leading to distant stars. tribune.com.pk 
Astronomers have uncovered a surprising new structure in our region of the galaxy, an interstellar tunnel that appears to connect the bubble of hot gas surrounding our solar system to regions around other stars. | The finding comes from a study led by Dr. L. L. Sala and a team at the Max-Planck Institute, who analyzed data from the eROSITA X-ray instrument aboard the Spectrum-Roentgen-Gamma mission, combined with older observations from the ROSAT survey. | Our solar system sits inside what astronomers call the Local Hot Bubble, a region about 300 light-years wide filled with very hot, low-density gas. This bub…
(2025-09-15). UK, US set to seal nuclear energy deal during Trump's state visit. tribune.com.pk 
Britain and the United States will sign a deal to work together on boosting nuclear power during US President Donald Trump's state visit this week, the British government said, helping secure investment to fund new plants. | Britain's government has launched a major push to expand nuclear power in recent months, pledging to invest 14 billion pounds ($19 billion) in a new plant at Sizewell C and advancing plans for a Rolls-Royce unit to build the country's first small modular reactors (SMR). | Trump arrives in Britain for a two-day visit on Tuesday, during which he and Prime Minister Keir Starmer will announce…
(2025-09-15). Targeting Venezuela, Trump Escalates U.S. Campaign Of Aggression In Latin America. progressivehub.net JONATHAN NG | TRUTHOUT…
(2025-09-15). Walking a tightrope between China and US. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan is walking a tightrope between two global powers — the United States (US) and China. Both rivals are now vying for influence in Pakistan, each with its own strategy and set of interests. For Islamabad, the challenge is how to balance these competing relationships without losing credibility or leverage. | China has long been an investment partner for Pakistan. It also acted as a strategic ally in Pakistan's recent war with India, where Beijing provided technical support. The US, by contrast, has historically been more of a strategic partner in war than an investor in development. Washington poure…
(2025-09-15). Saturday 10/18: Sprinkle/Stephens: Playing with Fire. indybay.org 992 Valencia Street, San Francisco…
(2025-09-15). Defeating a Bloc Ginned up on Delusion and Hate. indybay.org Democrats don't really believe their claim that Trumpism is a dangerous threat to US democracy. Only a radical contingent that opposes MAGA across the board, promotes grassroots protests and defiance by elected officials, and offers a vision of transformative change can catalyze and cohere a winning resistance movement.
(2025-09-15). Washington Projects Its Drug Problem Onto Latin America: Narco-State Myth Used to Attack Venezuela. orinocotribune.com By Roger D. Harris — Sep 12, 2025 | A big Cadillac limo with Jersey plates was parked down the block. Few locals in East Harlem even owned cars, let alone new ones. Curious, I asked the street kids what's up. They casually explained that the mafioso come weekly to collect their drug money. Later I found a playground, which served as a veritable narcotics flea market each night. If a blanquito from the suburbs and some third graders could uncover the illicit trade, I wondered why the officials—who plastered the city with "keep New York drug free" signs—couldn't do the same. | That was in the late…
(2025-09-15). DU hall VP slams cafeteria head over poor food, staff in half-pants. jagonews24.com Azizul Haque, the newly elected Vice President of Surja Sen Hall at the University of Dhaka, has criticized the cafeteria manager over various allegations, including poor food quality and staff working in half-pants.
(2025-09-15). Weekly Climate and Energy News Roundup. wattsupwiththat.com [Editor's note. This is last week's Climate and Energy Roundup, which wasn't posted during the failed attempt at a website update] The Week That Was: 2025-08-30 (August 30, 2025)Brought to…
(2025-09-15). The Normalization of Charles Kirk & Plan for Fascist Martial Law. indybay.org The US corporate media have tried to censor the ideology of Charles Kirk and also the plans of the Trump government to organize fascist martial law in the US. Russ Bellant a writer and researcher is interviewed about these issues and the plans for fascist martial law.
(2025-09-15). Government is strengthening the "foundations of our public service" – President Ramaphosa. sanews.gov.za Government is strengthening the "foundations of our public service" – President Ramaphosa | As South Africa marks Public Service Month, President Cyril Ramaphosa has assured citizens that government is hard at work to strengthen the public service system and has reiterated the commitment to closing the skills gaps, rooting out corruption and returning the public service to its core principle: Batho Pele. ⚪ The President addressed the nation through his weekly newsletter on Monday. ⚪ He noted that while there are challenges, there are "dedicated public servants who work tirelessly in service of our nation". ⚪ …
(2025-09-15). Gas pipeline diplomacy at Europe's expense. strategic-culture.su The energy market is too important to be left at the mercy of European follies. | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | Power of Siberia…
(2025-09-15). Evidence That The Empire Is Crumbling. popularresistance.org I live in the U.S., but evidence of the increasing failures of the capitalist system applies to the entire world, particularly the capitalist countries. And, the U.S. is a very reliable measuring stick for this analysis since it has been the leading capitalist and imperialist country in the world since 1945. | Before that time, Europe, particularly Britain, France, and Germany, parallelled the U.S. in world political and economic power, but World War II knocked all of Europe down several notches. After that dust settled, the U.S. stood as the dominant capitalist and imperialist country meaning it became the chief…
(2025-09-15). The Drone Incident in Poland — A Trigger for Moscow's "Siege" Anxiety. uwidata.com By Yƒ±ldƒ±ran Acar, Political Scientist The reports of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) falling near or being detected within Poland's borders are not merely a transient news item; from Moscow's perspective, they serve as a signal that will trigger a pre-existing chain of concerns. According to Russian experts, such incidents will further complicate the ongoing discussions …
(2025-09-15). Trump vows national emergency in Washington DC over ICE dispute. geo.tv 
US ICE officers stand outside an ICE facility in Broadview, Illinois on September 12, 2025. — ReutersMayor Muriel Bowser says police will not cooperate with ICE.Trump says crime would come "roaring back" from non-cooperation.President has already deployed over 2,000 troops…
(2025-09-15). Inequality is violence when it causes significant harm. indybay.org Distributive injustice is represented in its own way in all crises. This is very striking in the climate crisis and in the economic division of labor. When it comes to climate change, future generations are completely powerless against us. Young people are also largely unable to act against the concentrated established power of the older generation.
(2025-09-15). Sofía Vergara Rushed to ER Before the Emmys: Shocking Photos. latintimes.com Sofía Vergara was set to be one of the most anticipated presenters at the 2025 Emmy Awards, but just hours before the show, the actress surprised fans with alarming photos of her eye visibly swollen and bloodshot.
(2025-09-15). Eurovision officials tell Israel resign or fly neutral flag — or be banned… skwawkbox.org These links are a transition measure to give people chance to sign up to the Canary email now that Skwawkbox has moved to its
(2025-09-15). Addl DIG sent on compulsory retirement over wife's poll campaigning. jagonews24.com Additional DIG of Police, Hamidul Alam Milon, a native of Sariakandi Upazila in Bogura, has been placed on compulsory retirement for participating in his wife's campaign during the 12th parliamentary elections.
(2025-09-15). Kirk shooting suspect not cooperating, says Utah governor. tribune.com.pk 
The man arrested in the killing of right-wing activist Charlie Kirk is not cooperating with authorities, but investigators are working to establish amotive for the shooting by talking to his friends and family, Utah Governor Spencer Cox said on Sunday. | Cox said the accused gunman, Tyler Robinson, 22, would be formally charged on Tuesday. He remains in custody in Utah. Investigators have yet to piece together why Robinson allegedly scaled a rooftop at Utah Valley University during an outdoor event and shot Kirk in the neck at long range on Wednesday. | Kirk, a staunch ally of President Donald Trump and co-fou…
(2025-09-15). China's iPhone appetite, Filipinos left adrift by US: 5 weekend reads. scmp.com We have put together stories from our coverage last weekend to help you stay informed about news across Asia and beyond. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. | 1. Strong appetite for new iPhone in China as pre-orders break record | 2. Charlie Kirk, US political violence — and what it looks like from China | 3. Hong Kong set for unsettled weather next week as 3 low-pressure areas develop…
(2025-09-15). An 'Arab Nato'? Israel's air strikes on Qatar may have just brought it to life. scmp.com When Israeli jets tore through Doha's skies last week, striking a residential block that housed Hamas negotiators, they may also have set in motion something Israel has long feared: the birth of an Arab military alliance. | The proposal, under discussion at an emergency Arab-Islamic summit that opened in Doha on Sunday, marks the most serious push towards regional military integration in decades.
(2025-09-15). Matriculants urged to explore multiple career pathways. sanews.gov.za Matriculants urged to explore multiple career pathways | Higher Education and Training Minister Buti Manamela has urged matriculants to explore a range of post-school opportunities, as spaces at universities remain limited. | Speaking at a media briefing on the state of readiness for the 2026 academic year, on Monday, Manamela said the department is projecting about 235 000 first-year university spaces. | "That is a large number, but it cannot absorb every qualifying learner, [and] this is why we stress that learners must apply on time and must explore multiple options. Learners must recognise that SETA's (Sector…
(2025-09-15). PM Shehbaz leaves for Doha to attend Arab-Islamic summit. tribune.com.pk 
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday left for a one-day official visit to Qatar to attend the Emergency Arab-Islamic Summit being held in Doha. | The extraordinary meeting has been convened in the wake of Israeli airstrikes on the Qatari capital, which left several dead, including senior Hamas figures and a Qatari security official. | The attack, condemned across the Muslim world, has heightened fears of regional instability and underscored Israel's escalating campaign of aggression. | According to the Foreign Office (FO) statement, the summit will bring together leaders and senior officials from the Organi…
(2025-09-15). At least 15 killed in Mexico road accident. tribune.com.pk 
At least 15 people were killed Saturday in a road crash involving three vehicles in southeast Mexico, local authorities said. | A cargo truck overturned on the highway between the cities of Merida and Campeche, hitting a car and a truck transporting construction workers, Yucatan state's security secretariat said. | "Fifteen people were confirmed dead at the scene," including the truck driver, it said on social media, while two others were injured. | The fatal crash is the country's third such incident with multiple casualties in less than a week. | On Monday, 10 people were killed and 41 injured when a freight…
(2025-09-15). Kathy Hochul Endorses Zohran Mamdani for NYC Mayor, Signaling Democratic Unity. latintimes.com New York Governor Kathy Hochul has formally endorsed Zohran Mamdani in the New York City mayoral race, a move that marks a pivotal moment in the Democratic Party's alignment around its progressive nominee.
(2025-09-15). Dust that spies, maps that talk, and dogs that code. tribune.com.pk 
When the dust listens back | It started with an itch. Not the kind that comes from allergies or a cheap sweater, but the creeping suspicion that the air itself was paying attention. | That's when the headline hit: "Scientists develop smart dust — microscopic sensors that can drift through a room and report back." | Photo credits: Futurism | The lab coats call it "environmental monitoring." The rest of us call it the ultimate nosy roommate. Imagine dust motes that don't just sparkle in a sunbeam, but whisper: "He ordered pizza again." | The technology is dazzling: motes no bigger than a grain of sand, cap…
(2025-09-15). Saturday 9/20: An Evening in Solidarity With Heroic Political Prisoners: Remembrance & Revolt. indybay.org Revolution Books | 2444 Durant Avenue | Berkeley, CA 94704…
(2025-09-15). Qatar PM urges action against Israel's crimes. tribune.com.pk 
Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani urged the international community on Sunday to "stop using double standards" and punish Israel for what he described as its "crimes". | He was speaking at a preparatory meeting on the eve of an emergency summit of Arab and Islamic leaders organised by Qatar after Israel carried out an unprecedented air strike on Hamas leaders in Doha. | "The time has come for the international community to stop using double standards and to punish Israel for all the crimes it has committed, and Israel needs to know that the ongoing war of extermination that our bro…
(2025-09-15). President Trump Says He'll Deploy National Guard To Memphis. newsone.com 
Source: The Washington Post / Getty | Nothing says "we live in an authoritarian police state" quite like literally militarizing law enforcement by deploying the National Guard. President Donald Trump said on Friday that he intends to deploy the National Guard to Memphis. |
(2025-09-15). Friday 9/19: Virtual Action Hour for Palestine. indybay.org Zoom | afsc.org/events/action-hour-palestine…
(2025-09-15). Oil prices rises as Ukraine strikes Russian refineries. tribune.com.pk 
Oil prices extended gains on Monday as investors assessed the impact of Ukrainian drone attacks on Russian refineries that could disrupt its crude and fuel exports, while also eyeing US fuel-demand growth. | Brent crude futures rose 47 cents, or 0.7%, to $67.46 a barrel by 0622 GMT, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude was at $63.17 a barrel, up 48 cents, or 0.8%. | Read: OPEC+ output hike pushes up crude prices amid Russian supply risks | Both contracts gained more than 1% last week as Ukraine stepped up attacks on Russian oil infrastructure, including the largest oil exporting terminal, Primorsk, a…
(2025-09-15). Asia Cup: India beat Pakistan, players skip handshakes. jagonews24.com India beat Pakistan by seven wickets in the Asia Cup on Sunday as the neighbours met for the first time since a military conflict between them in May, but tensions simmered after the match as India's players left the field without shaking hands.
(2025-09-15). The Limits of India/China Rapprochement. counterpunch.org 
The Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit in Tianjin offered the kind of optics global diplomacy excels at: smiling leaders, carefully staged photo ops, and an air of harmony. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi stood alongside Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin, presenting an image of multipolar unity—a tableau meant to signal that
(2025-09-15). ICE Abducts Man Suing Off-Duty Police For Abusing Day Laborers. popularresistance.org Even though President Donald Trump says he is pivoting from plans to deploy the National Guard in Chicago‚Äâ—‚Äânow eyeing Memphis as his next target‚Äâ—‚ÄâImmigration and Customs Enforcement officers appear to still be escalating operations throughout the area, with devastating consequences. | Willian Gimenez, a day laborer, was reportedly abducted outside of a barbershop in Little Village, a neighborhood in southwest Chicago, by ICE agents on Friday. The Latino Union of Chicago and Raise the Floor Alliance organized a news conferenc…
(2025-09-15). Fox News Host Apologizes For Suggesting We 'Just Kill' Unhoused People. newsone.com 
(2025-09-15). Fox News Host Brian Kilmeade Apologizes After Shocking Comments Suggesting The Homeless Should Be Executed. latintimes.com Kilmeade made controversial comments on Fox & Friends while discussing the case of a mentally ill homeless man stabbing a Ukrainian refugee.
(2025-09-15). Sylhet DC Sarwar Alam served show-cause notice. jagonews24.com A Sylhet court has issued a show-cause notice to Sylhet Deputy Commissioner (DC) Md Sarwar Alam.
(2025-09-15). Trump Admin Furthers Fascist Agenda, Destroys USAID Contraceptives. newsone.com 
(2025-09-15). Former Trump Official Reveals Alleged Satellite Image of Maduro's Underground Bunker in Venezuela. latintimes.com Besides citing all the features available for Maduro inside the bunker, the former Pentagon official said it is protected by Cuban security personnel and directly connects to the presidential hangar…
(2025-09-15). Juneteenth California seeks to align with our Title 5 US Juneteenth Federal Holiday. indybay.org The History of the Juneteenth Pageants and How They Exist Across the Country. Throughout the State of California Juneteenth and our unique journey from slavery to freedom soon comes alive this special California 175…
(2025-09-15). Our first look at the iPhone 17 Pro and 17 Pro Max. gnnhd.tv 
There were two surprises for me picking up the iPhone 17 Pro. For one, the colors and bold – a nice change of pace from last year's barely-there pales. But the bigger one is just how much has changed about the back of the phone. By all accounts, this still fe…
(2025-09-15). Alleged Kirk killer had 'leftist' beliefs, says Utah governor. geo.tv 
(2025-09-15). Fear-driven policies dent trust. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan's economy is caught in a cycle of fear-driven policies that hinder growth, repel investment, and deepen structural weaknesses. Instead of fostering confidence, restrictive monetary controls, high tariffs, protectionism, and regressive taxation have created capital flight, widened trade imbalances, and encouraged corruption. The result is billions in revenue losses every year. | The State Bank's restrictions on foreign currency (FCY) accounts highlight this fear-based approach. By limiting exporters and importers from freely holding and using foreign exchange, these measures unintentionally strengthen…
(2025-09-15). Vital ocean upwelling fails to emerge for the first time on record. wattsupwiththat.com From NOT A LOT OF PEOPLE KNOW THAT By Paul Homewood We're all going to die — Part 98 From the Mail: The failure of a vital ocean upwelling has…
(2025-09-15). ATC rejects pre-arrest bail for three PTI MNA's. tribune.com.pk 
Hearings on pre-arrest bail petitions filed by three Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaaf (PTI) Members of the National Assembly, (MNA), including Asif Khan, Sajid Khan Mohammad and one other, in the November 26 D-Chowk protest case, were heard on Monday in the anti-terrorism court in Islamabad. | All three bail pleas were rejected by Judge Tahir Abbas Supra due to the fact that the petitioners did not present themselves in court. | On November 13, PTI chairman Imran Khan made a "final call" for nationwide protests to be held on November 24, demanding the restoration of PTI's electoral mandate, the release of imprisoned…
(2025-09-15). Saturday 9/20: Palestine Action. indybay.org 992 Valencia Street, San Francisco…
(2025-09-15). Robert Reich Saw This Coming. levernews.com 
(2025-09-15). TikTok divestment and tariffs dominate US-China talks in Spain. tribune.com.pk 
Delegations from the US and China were set to continue their talks in Madrid into a second day on Monday over trade tensions and an imminent deadline for Chinese divestment from the short-video app TikTok. | The latest round of negotiations – the fourth in four months – took place at the baroque Palacio de Santa Cruz that houses Spain's foreign ministry and concluded its first day on Sunday after about six hours with no indication of a breakthrough. | Talks had centered on TikTok, tariffs and the economy, a US government official said, offering no further details. | Delegations led by US Treasury Secretary Sco…
(2025-09-15). Ryanair considers permanently halting Israeli flights. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – Ryanair, an Irish low-cost airline, is considering permanently stopping all flights to and from Tel Aviv, Israel, the company's CEO, Michael O'Leary, said. O'Leary spoke to journalists in Dublin that Ryanair "may never return to Israel," saying the Irish airline had had enough with airport disruptions, inflated fees and repeated flight suspensions, and that's why it may never continue flights to Tel Aviv ever again.Ryanair's CEO outlined, "There's a real possibility that we won't bother going back to Israel when the current violence recedes."Ryanair. (Shutterstock)Before his latest statement to the pre…
(2025-09-15). Ongoing Cartel Violence Prompts Sinaloa to Cancel Public Independence Day Celebrations. latintimes.com The decision also led to the cancellation of several concerts that had been scheduled. World-renowned singer Miguel Bosé had been set to perform in Culiacán, but his concert was canceled following the governor's announcement.
(2025-09-15). The VMAs Snubbing Ananda Lewis Was A Slap In The Face. newsone.com 
Source: Paul Archuleta / Getty | It can be a thankless job to be a Black woman — no matter how much of an impact you make. MTV reminded 5.5 million viewers of just that when they Lewis, who was a host on Total Request Live, died at age 52 on June 11, 2025, in Los Angeles after a long, public battle with breast cancer. She entered TRL at a pivotal moment. As a young, Black woman VJ, she made her voice heard and broke down barrie…
(2025-09-15). Venezuela Denounces US Navy For Illegal Boarding Of Fishing Boat. popularresistance.org Venezuela reported that a US destroyer illegally boarded a Venezuelan fishing boat carrying nine fishermen and detained them for eight hours. According to the Venezuelan statement, issued on Saturday, September 13, the vessel was in Venezuelan waters, "48 nautical miles from Blanquilla Island." | The incident occurred on Friday, September 12, in Venezuela's Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ). Under international law, an EEZ is a maritime area adjacent to a country's territorial sea, extending up to 200 nautical miles from the baseline. The coastal state has sovereign rights to explore, utilize and preserve natural res…
(2025-09-15). OpenWav launches new music app to re-empower artists. tribune.com.pk 
OpenWav has launched a new app, which positions itself as an artist-centric platform that aims to give musicians greater control over their careers. Rather than relying on traditional streaming services and intermediaries, the app offers a direct-to-fan model where artists can release music, sell merchandise, host pop-ups, organize listening parties, and build communities in one place. The goal is to create a space where artists own both their content and their audience, while also keeping a larger share of revenue. | The company was formally introduced at the Fortune Brainstorm Tech conference in September 20…
(2025-09-15). 'Time for being soft on illegal aliens over', says Trump after Indian man beheaded in US. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: US President Donald Trump has doubled down on crackdown on illegal immigrants by his administration amid 50-year-old Chandra Nagamallaiah's gruesome killing, who was beheaded in front of his wife and son at a motel in Dallas, Texas. | In a strongly worded statement on his Truth Social platform, Trump said Nagamallaiah was "brutally beheaded" by an "illegal alien from Cuba who should never have been in our country". | Meanwhile he described the victim as a "well respected person in Dallas" and promised that the accused would be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law. | "I am aware of the terri…
(2025-09-15). Jamaat demands ban on Jatiya Party, 14-party alliance. jagonews24.com Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami has demanded the banning of the Jatiya Party and the 14-party alliance, accusing them of being allies of the ruling Awami League.
(2025-09-15). 31 terrorists killed in Lakki Marwat, Bannu IBOs: ISPR. tribune.com.pk 
Thirty-one terrorists linked to the Indian-sponsored Fitna al Khwarij network were killed in two separate intelligence-based operations conducted by Pakistan's security forces in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (K-P) on September 13 and 14, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said on Monday. | Read: Security forces kill four terrorists in Mastung IBO: ISPR | According to the military's media wing, the first operation took place in Lakki Marwat District following reports of militant presence. "Our troops effectively engaged the Khwarij location, and after an intense exchange of fire, fourteen Indian-sponsored militan…
(2025-09-15). Against homeless people, not against homelessness. indybay.org In the US, 8.2 percent of the population, or around 27 million people, have no health insurance. Access to adequate health care is completely inadequate, especially for mental health problems. But even in cases of chronic pain, for example, many people are left to fend for themselves.
(2025-09-15). Tuesday 9/16: Webinar: "Critical" Minerals or Imperial Plunder? Extractivism for Warfare. indybay.org Zoom | www.codepink.org/wing916…
(2025-09-15). Romania summons Russian ambassador over drone 'threat'. tribune.com.pk 
Romania on Sunday strongly condemned the entry of a Russian drone into its airspace during an attack on neighbouring Ukraine, with the foreign ministry summoning Moscow's ambassador over the incident. | The incursion comes days after fellow NATO member Poland said it had shot down Russian drones which had violated its airspace as Moscow launched a barrage against Ukraine. | Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky accused the Kremlin of "testing" Romania and wanting to "bring the war" to Poland and the Baltic with the intrusions. | Earlier on Sunday, NATO member Romania had said that Moscow's actions pose a "new…
(2025-09-15). New round of US-China trade talks kicks off in Madrid. tribune.com.pk 
China and the United States kicked off the latest round of trade talks on Sunday in Madrid, where they are set to thrash out their TikTok dispute and President Donald Trump's promised hefty tariffs. | The Chinese delegation is in the Spanish capital until Wednesday and senior officials, including Vice Premier He Lifeng, will meet with the US delegation led by Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent. | The Spanish government said Sunday's talks got under way at the Palacio de Santa Cruz, the headquarters of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. | Trade tensions between Beijing and Washington have been on a rollercoaster ri…
(2025-09-15). Tech giants' data centres could consume 2% of Sydney's water supply. tribune.com.pk 
Authorities in Sydney approved construction of data centres without requiring measurable plans to cut water use, raising concerns the sector's rapid growth will leave residents competing for the resource. | The New South Wales state government, which presides over Australia's biggest city, green-lit all 10 data centre applications it has ruled on since expanding its planning powers in 2021, from owners like Microsoft, Amazon and Blackstone's AirTrunk, documents reviewed by Reuters show. | The centres would bring in a total A$6.6 billion ($4.35 billion) of construction spending, but would ultimately use up to 9…
(2025-09-15). US Bombs Somalia for 77th Time This Year. news.antiwar.com US Africa Command has announced that its forces launched two more airstrikes in Somalia, bringing the total number of US bombings in the country this year to 77 as the Trump administration continues the heavy air campaign, which gains virtually no media coverage in the US. One of the airstrikes AFRICOM announced was launched on …
(2025-09-15). Ahmad Shah's brother Umer passes away. tribune.com.pk 
Ahmad Shah's younger brother Umer Shah passed away, family confirms on social media on Monday. | Umer, known to television audiences for his appearances alongside his elder brother on Ramadan transmissions and the game show, gained popularity after Ahmad's viral "Peechay To Dekho" video turned the family into internet sensations. | The family described the death as their second tragedy, following the earlier loss of their daughter Ayesha, and requested prayers for the young boy. | Source: Instagram | "Inna Lillahi Wa Inna Ilaihi Rajioon. May Allah grant him eternal peace and give us strength," the family wrote…
(2025-09-15). Super Predators, Born Criminals, And The Black Misleadership Class. popularresistance.org There is nothing more bipartisan in the United States than a racialized crime panic. Neither Joe Biden, Hillary Clinton, nor Donald Trump makes a direct reference to Black people in their screeds. But their policies were and are directed at Black people. Which group is arrested more often than any other in this country? Who is most likely to be incarcerated? Whose neighborhoods are over policed? Who do the police kill most often? It is reasonable to say that Black people are the targets of this hate speech which comes from democrats and republicans alike. Even worse, the Black misleadership class gives cover to t…
(2025-09-15). Kipyegon bids for fourth 1500m world gold, Wanyonyi in loaded 800m. tribune.com.pk 
Olympic champions Faith Kipyegon (1,500 metres) and Hamish Kerr (high jump) headline day four of the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo on Tuesday when four finals, two track and two field, will be held. | AFP Sport takes a look at three of the most eye-catching events: | Men's 800m heats | This has the potential to be the race of the championships. Even the 13-year-old world record of 1min 40.91sec set by Kenyan David Rudisha in one of the most iconic moments in the sport in the 2012 Olympic final in London could be under threat. | The favourite in Tokyo is Rudisha's compatriot Emmanuel Wanyonyi, the Olym…
(2025-09-15). Israeli Strikes in Southern Lebanon Kill Two Since Sunday. news.antiwar.com Israel continued with its drone strikes on southern Lebanon over the weekend, killing at least two people in separate strikes on Sunday and Monday mornings. The Sunday strike was in Nabatieh, while on Monday another vehicle was hit in Yater. The Nabatieh strike killed one person in the southern town of Qalaway. The IDF issued …
(2025-09-15). Beyond Diplomacy: Qatar's strategic posture redraws the regional Map of Resistance. juancole.com By Yousef Ibrahim ( Middle East Monitor ) — The Israeli attempt to assassinate Hamas leaders in Doha was not simply an unsuccessful military operation—it represented a significant geopolitical fracture. It revealed the vulnerability of Gulf sovereignty, the limitations of Western alliances, and the pressing need for regional self-determination. Most crucially, it ignited a rare …
(2025-09-15). DHS Accuses Hannah Einbinder of Fueling Attacks on ICE Agents After Fiery Emmy Speech. latintimes.com Homeland Security officials are lashing out at Hacks star Hannah Einbinder after she ended her 2025 Emmy Awards acceptance speech with a scathing political jab that included the words: "F— ICE."
(2025-09-15). Marco Rubio Says U.S. Should Revoke Visas of Those Who 'Celebrate the Murder' of Kirk or Other Political Figures. latintimes.com Rubio's remarks follow statements by other administration officials incluing DHS's Tricia McLaughlin who said that visas should be revoked for people "glorifying the killings of Americans"
(2025-09-15). Horrific video: Sudanese girl dies after being tortured, hanged from a tree in Darfur. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – A horrible crime was registered in Sudan after a young girl was found hanging from a tree after being tortured and killed, triggering anger amid the rising crimes in Sudan.A photo caused a huge debate after a young Sudanese girl was seen placed on a tree with blood covering her body in a crime that raises questions about women's rights in the middle of the ongoing bloody war and the absence of security. The girl was later identified as "Qesma Ali Omar", and her body was found in Sudan's Darfur region. Sudanese girl Qesma Ali Omar. (X/ video screenshot)The innocent Sudanese girl was reportedly subjected…
(2025-09-15). Nintendo Switch modder ordered to pay $2 million in piracy lawsuit. gnnhd.tv Nintendo has notched another victory in its crusade against piracy. Last week, a Washington District Court judge ordered Ryan Daley to pay Nintendo $2 million and stop selling modded Switch consoles online, as reported earlier by Engadget. In a copyright laws…
(2025-09-15). Saturday 10/25: Angelo Madsen: "A Body to Live In" indybay.org 992 Valencia Street, San Francisco…
(2025-09-15). The European Union of jittery states. strategic-culture.su United States President, Donald Trump, invited Ukrainian President, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, to the White House on Monday, August 18, 2025. The purpose was to brief the latter on the outcome of his meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin three days earlier. Trump had already briefed Zelenskyy on phone and thought a meeting to finalise a possible trilateral summit with Putin was necessary.
(2025-09-15). Friday 9/26: Watsonville Film Festival: American Agitators. indybay.org CineLux Green Valley Cinema | 1125 S. Green Valley Road | Watsonville, CA…
(2025-09-15). Nuke Power is Trump/Fascist Power…and an Epic Global Failure. counterpunch.org 
Donald Trump has torched atomic power's last illusion of credible regulation. He's destroyed the last shreds of the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission, exponentially raising the likelihood of an apocalyptic radioactive disaster while escalating America's transition to energy fascism. His nuclear boosterism has been joined by the core of the Democratic Party, including California's Governor Gavin
(2025-09-15). A meeting in Harlem: Malcolm X, Fidel Castro, and the struggle for Palestine. peoplesdispatch.org In September 1960, in the heart of Black America, Harlem's Hotel Theresa became the stage for one of the world's most monumental encounters. When Malcolm X and Fidel Castro met there 65 years ago, Harlem itself was transformed into a crossroads of revolutionary fervor. The rendezvous would leave an indelible mark not only on New …
(2025-09-15). Laura Loomer attacks leftist organizations over Charlie Kirks assassination. indybay.org Laura Loomer falsely claims that the left is a national security threat!
(2025-09-15). Supporting Israel Now Is A Gift To Jews Worst Enemies. scheerpost.com By MJ Rosenberg / Substack A few Substacks ago, I mentioned I was being interviewed by an author writing a book about the Israel lobby, mostly AIPAC. Yesterday he called with one last question—not about the lobby, but about me. Why, beyond horror at what Israel is doing to the Palestinians, am I writing, thinking, …
(2025-09-15). US Interior Secretary: "We gotta win the AI arms race" wattsupwiththat.com "The real existential threat right now is not a degree of climate change. It's the fact that we could lose the arms race if we don't have enough power."
(2025-09-15). Venezuela's Defense Minister: Patriotic Militia Training Is a Deterrent to US Aggression (+Fishermen Protection). orinocotribune.com Caracas ( In reviewing the operations, Padrino emphasized the people's enthusiastic willingness to defend peace and national sovereignty following President Nicolas Maduro call. He stated that this demonstrates Venezuela's enormous potential, a glorious history and a commitment to peace and wor…
(2025-09-15). Trump Threatens to Cut New York City Funding After Gov. Hochul Endorses Mamdani for Mayor. latintimes.com President Donald Trump criticized New York Gov. Kathy Hochul's decision to endorse Zohran Mamdani for mayor of New York City. He warned that if Mamdani is elected, he would withhold federal funding from the state.
(2025-09-15). Floods to famine: how 2025 could trigger economic crisis. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan is staring down the barrel of a food security emergency that could ripple through every layer of its economy. The catastrophic monsoon floods of 2025 have submerged vast swathes of the country, from Punjab's wheat belt to Sindh's rice-growing districts and parts of Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa. | Over 2,000 villages have been inundated, displacing millions, wrecking farmland, and wiping out critical infrastructure just as the summer harvest reached its peak. | The destruction is staggering. Entire standing crops of wheat, cotton, rice, maize, and sugarcane have been destroyed. In Punjab alone, 80% of the countr…
(2025-09-15). India: Free Umar Khalid – Stop Invoking Counter-Terrorism Law to Silence Dissent. fidh.org The undersigned organisations, including the International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) and the World Organisation Against Torture (OMCT), within the framework of the Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders, call for the immediate and unconditional release of human rights defender and student activist Umar Khalid, who was arrested on 13 September 2020 on politically motivated and spurious charges, including for alleged terrorism-related offences, and who remains in (…) | – |
(2025-09-15). European Union and its member States should take measures to respond to Georgia's crackdown on civil society and human rights organisations. fidh.org
(2025-09-15). Despite improvements to early education, more children are starting school developmentally behind. What's going on? |
(2025-09-15). Manifiesto por un futuro posible: para que la Tierra sea un lugar de vida… indybay.org
(2025-09-15). Sudan: Extend the mandate of the fact-finding mission for two more years. fidh.org
(2025-09-15). 6 ways to talk to your teens about sex without the cringe. |
(2025-09-15). Hollow Knight Silksong: how 3 people in Australia made the world's hottest game. |
(2025-09-15). Detroit is the most challenging place in the country for people with asthma ‚àí here's how to help kids in the Motor City breathe easier. |
(2025-09-15). 'This will not end here': A scholar explains why Charlie Kirk's killing could embolden political violence. |
(2025-09-15). To close its productivity gap, Canada needs to rethink its higher education system. |
(2025-09-15). Scientists detected a potential biosignature on Mars — an astrobiologist explains what these traces of life are, and how researchers figure out their source. |
(2025-09-15). When the kids of teen mums go to school, both mum and child can cop stigma. |
(2025-09-15). Drugged driving — including under the influence of cannabis and prescription drugs — is quietly becoming one of the most dangerous road hazards. |
(2025-09-15). Climate change is causing ever more disruption. Can Australia's new adaptation plan help? |
(2025-09-15). Omnibus package: 470 organisations tell EU legislators their rights and health are not for sale. fidh.org
(2025-09-15). Politicians are pushing AI as a quick fix to Australia's housing crisis. They're risking another Robodebt. |
(2025-09-15). Yes, this is who we are: America's 250-year history of political violence. |
(2025-09-15). Federal subpoenas for transgender care records raise medical privacy concerns and put providers in a legal bind — a health law expert explains what's at stake. |
(2025-09-15). Drones with thermal cameras are revealing the secrets of elusive Australian forest wildlife. |
(2025-09-15). How to avoid seeing disturbing content on social media and protect your peace of mind. |
(2025-09-15). Thailand: Second lèse-majesté conviction of pro-democracy activist and MP Chonthicha Jangrew, sentenced to two years and eight months in prison. fidh.org
(2025-09-15). How much money do you need to be happy? Here's what the research says. |
(2025-09-15). Poland responds to Russian drones incursion by invoking Article 4 of the NATO treaty ‚àí what happens next? |
(2025-09-15). Is this Australia's climate wake-up call? Official report reveals a hotter, harder future if we don't act now. |
(2025-09-15). Turning houses into homes: Community land trusts offer a fix to Canada's housing crisis. |
(2025-09-15). When American Jewish intellectuals criticize Israel and pro-Israel lobbying. strategic-culture.su
(2025-09-15). How Giorgio Armani mastered the art of outfitting Hollywood stars to sell clothes to the masses. |
(2025-09-15). How Charlie Kirk became a pioneering MAGA political organizer on campuses. |
(2025-09-15). How 'South Park' could help Democrats win back the young voters the party lost to Trump. |
(2025-09-15). How hardships and hashtags combined to fuel Nepal's violent response to social media ban. |
(2025-09-15). Nepal: Call for accountability over protest crackdown, urging an end to digital repression and police misuse of force. fidh.org
(2025-09-15). Court papers say Epstein was helping Mandelson until at least 2011 — 3yrs after child sex conviction. skwawkbox.org
(2025-09-15). Uganda: Victims demand justice as the International Criminal Court opens historic Kony hearing in absentia. fidh.org
(2025-09-15). Papua New Guinea has played an important role in Australian history — it's time we acknowledged that. |
(2025-09-15). Fewer international students are coming to the US, costing universities and communities that benefit from these visitors. |
(2025-09-15). 50 years without coups or dictators: how PNG built a durable democracy based on dignity and fairness. |
(2025-09-15). Charlie Kirk talked with young people at universities for a reason — he wanted American education to return to traditional values. |
(2025-09-15). There's a new outbreak of Ebola in Africa. Here's what you need to know. |
(2025-09-15). Coalition's primary vote hits record low in Newspoll, while One Nation support surges. |
(2025-09-15). Around 900,000 Kiwis experience food insecurity: it's a quiet crisis that needs urgent attention. |
(2025-09-15). Who was Charlie Kirk? The activist who turned campus politics into national influence. |
(2025-09-15). La difficile situazione della Chiesa ortodossa in Moldavia. strategic-culture.su
(2025-09-15). Can you 'microdose' exercise? |
(2025-09-15). This report measures our national wellbeing across five key areas. Health trends are not improving. |
(2025-09-15). 'Publish or perish' evolutionary pressures shape scientific publishing, for better and worse. |
(2025-09-15). A federal program helps older people get jobs, but the Trump administration wants to get rid of it. |
(2025-09-15). Beauty sleep isn't a myth — a sleep medicine expert explains how rest keeps your skin healthy and youthful. |
(2025-09-15). Bolsonaro joins a rogues' gallery of coup plotters held to account for their failed power grab. |
(2025-09-15). ANZ has been hit with a record $240 million fine. These lessons should have been learned years ago. |
(2025-09-15). Pennsylvania Farmers Decry Immigration Crackdown: 'Need People to Do the Jobs Americans Are Too Spoiled to Do'. latintimes.com
(2025-09-15). Graphic warnings on tobacco products are losing their impact — here are 5 ways to improve them. |
(2025-09-15). Parasitic worms bury themselves in the brains of moose and elk — a new test can help diagnose these animals to prevent disease spread. |
(2025-09-15). Who are Israel's main trade partners? strategic-culture.su
(2025-09-15). A massive eruption 74,000 years ago affected the whole planet — archaeologists use volcanic glass to figure out how people survived. |
(2025-09-15). Your say: week beginning September 15. |
(2025-09-15). Flows in Gutter in Front of Israeli Consulate. indybay.org
(2025-09-15). Israeli strike in Doha crosses a new line from which relations with Gulf may not recover. |
(2025-09-15). The discovery of a gravitational wave 10 years ago shook astrophysics — these ripples in spacetime continue to reveal dark objects in the cosmos. |
(2025-09-15). Artists speak out for Palestine at Emmy Awards. aljazeera.com Artists at the Emmy Awards in the US spoke out against the genocide in Gaza.
(2025-09-15). Shrouded dolls in Stockholm honour Gaza's killed children. aljazeera.com Activists placed shrouded dolls in front of the Swedish Parliament in Stockholm to symbolise children killed in Gaza.
(2025-09-15). Images show destruction of Gaza City by Israeli attacks. aljazeera.com Israel's war has killed over 64,871 and displaced hundreds of thousands, leaving many vulnerable in destroyed zones.
(2025-09-15). Israel's 'financial stranglehold' on Palestinian land must end: UN experts. aljazeera.com Israel's attacks in Gaza and the West Bank are not only killing people, but destroying economy and means of living.
(2025-09-15). Live: 6-year-old twins among Palestinians killed in Israeli attacks on Gaza. aljazeera.com Israeli attacks on civilians and infrastructure continue across Gaza as Qatar hosts Muslim, Arab world leaders.
(2025-09-15). The Pitt wins best TV drama Emmy, as war on Gaza echoes at ceremony. aljazeera.com Hacks actress Hannah Einbinder, also an Emmy winner, calls for a free Palestine in her acceptance speech.
(2025-09-15). Netanyahu and Rubio stick to established Israeli-US narrative on Gaza war. aljazeera.com Netanyahu reiterates Israel takes 'full responsibility' for Qatar attack; Rubio says Hamas must 'cease to exist'.
(2025-09-15). Gaza City evacuation order leaves families in "desperate conditions" aljazeera.com "She went into labour and gave birth on the side of the road while trying to find help."
(2025-09-15). Panic as families given 'minutes to flee' before Israel destroys tower. aljazeera.com Residents of the Mahna Tower in Gaza City were ordered to evacuate just minutes before it was bombed by Israel.
(2025-09-15). US focusing on 'what happens next' following Israeli strikes on Doha. aljazeera.com US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Washington will encourage Doha to continue to play a constructive role in Gaza.
(2025-09-15). Israel destroys Gaza's tallest residential building. aljazeera.com Eyewitnesses captured the moment Israel bombed and destroyed the tallest residential building in Gaza.
(2025-09-15). Arab-Islamic summit: Qatar's emir vows to 'confront Israeli aggression'. aljazeera.com The emir accuses Israel of trying to 'thwart negotiations' for Gaza ceasefire, as he warns against Israeli expansionism.
(2025-09-15). Nepal's PM Karki appoints ministers after deadly Gen Z protests. aljazeera.com The interim leader and her new team will govern the country until elections are held in early March.
(2025-09-15). British soldier faces trial over Northern Ireland's Bloody Sunday killings. aljazeera.com The first-ever trial of a former British soldier accused of murder during the 1972 massacre began in Belfast on Monday.
(2025-09-15). New York Governor Hochul endorses Zohran Mamdani for mayor amid poll surge. aljazeera.com Kathy Hochul's nod comes after Trump described Mamdani's 22-point lead in polls as a 'rebellion against bad candidates'.
(2025-09-15). Brazilians split after ex-President Jair Bolsonaro's conviction. aljazeera.com For some, the 27-year sentence handed to the former president for attempted coup is justice – for others, tragedy.
(2025-09-15). Suspect in Charlie Kirk's murder has 'leftist ideology', Utah governor says. aljazeera.com Governor Spencer Cox says the 22-year-old suspect spent time in 'dark places' online.
(2025-09-15). Simbu from Tanzania wins marathon gold in historic photo finish. aljazeera.com Alphonce Felix Simbu made history by becoming the first Tanzanian to win gold at a global athletic championship.
(2025-09-15). Who are the 57 members of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation? aljazeera.com Representatives from the Arab and Muslim world have gathered in Doha to respond to Israel's attack on Qatar.
(2025-09-15). Duplantis breaks pole vault world record to win gold in Tokyo. aljazeera.com Sweden's Armand 'Mondo' Duplantis sails over the bar to set 14th pole vault record at the World Athletic Championships.
(2025-09-15). South Korea hosts US, Japan for joint air and naval exercise Freedom Edge. aljazeera.com North Korea has criticised the trilateral military drills as a 'reckless show of strength'.
(2025-09-15). 'More egalitarian': How Nepal's Gen Z used gaming app Discord to pick PM. aljazeera.com It was a first for an electoral democracy. Backers say it's more transparent than what politicians do. But it has risks.
(2025-09-15). Video: Qatari PM condemns Israeli attack ahead of emergency summit. aljazeera.com The Qatari PM was at an emergency international summit to discuss a joint response after the Israeli attack in Doha.
(2025-09-15). The Muslim world must move from words to action. aljazeera.com Pakistan's top diplomat, Mohammad Ishaq Dar, says the Muslim bloc must move beyond rhetoric to concrete action.
(2025-09-15). Lula hails Bolsonaro verdict, tells Trump Brazil's democracy not negotiable. aljazeera.com In NYT op-ed, Lula praises 'historic' sentencing of Bolsonaro on coup charges, slams US levies on Brazil as misguided.
(2025-09-15). Indian cricket's Pakistan problem: Can you monetise patriotism? aljazeera.com India boycotts Pakistan across all forums except multinational cricket. That's because it stands to lose too much money.
(2025-09-15). Boxing legend Ricky Hatton dies at 46 in Manchester home. aljazeera.com Fans grieve the loss of a fighter whose spirit transcended the confines of boxing.
(2025-09-15). How protests over Israeli team ended Spain's Vuelta cycling race. aljazeera.com Pro-Palestinian protesters forced Spain's Vuelta cycling race to be abandoned on its final day.
(2025-09-15). Indonesia's climate ambitions can't shine in the dark. aljazeera.com The Indonesian government cannot pursue an ambitious climate agenda while neglecting its human rights obligations.
(2025-09-15). Arab and Muslim leaders gather in Doha after Israeli attack. aljazeera.com Arab and Muslim leaders are meeting in Doha for an emergency summit after Israel's unprecedented attack on the city.
(2025-09-15). Charlie Kirk killing: What we know about suspect Tyler Robinson's motives. aljazeera.com
(2025-09-15). Video: Families plead for help after Manila fire displaces thousands. aljazeera.com
(2025-09-15). Foreign diplomats: China's trade policies make business a pleasure. ecns.cn The 2025 China International Fair for Trade in Services (CIFTIS) is underway in Beijing. China News Network invited diplomats from several countries to share their views on China's business environment.
(2025-09-15). Expo helps bolster connectivity with Northeast Asia. ecns.cn Inside a workshop of Jilin SSK Electromechanical Co in Northeast China in late August, robotic arms moved with precision as workers performed final adjustments on a shipment of machines bound for Russia.
(2025-09-15). Organic farming transforms poor village's fortunes. ecns.cn Tucked away in the rugged landscape of the Taihang Mountains in northeastern Shanxi province, the hamlet of Chehe in Lingqiu county has blossomed into a thriving village by embracing the principles of organic agriculture.
(2025-09-15). China, U.S. holding talks on economic, trade issues. ecns.cn China will firmly defend its interests and support the multilateral trading system, while urging the United States to engage more in equal dialogue to ease friction and seek common ground in pursuit of a more open global economy, said analysts and business leaders on Sunday.
(2025-09-15). Xi, president of Swiss Confederation exchange congratulations on 75th anniversary of ties. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping and Karin Keller-Sutter, president of the Swiss Confederation, exchanged on Sunday congratulations on the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries.
(2025-09-15). Chinese chain restaurant Xibei apologizes after pre-made food controversy. ecns.cn Chinese restaurant chain Xibei issued a public apology on Monday after facing significant backlash over its use of pre-made dishes, a controversy that attracted widespread public scrutiny and debate.
(2025-09-15). UN faces challenging times as it turns 80. ecns.cn This year marks the 80th anniversary of the establishment of the United Nations. While it has achieved breakthroughs in promoting peace, human rights and global development, the organization also faces unprecedented challenges. Experts and senior officials said that the international order it represents remains the broadest consensus of the global community and constitutes a precious source of stability under the current global landscape.
(2025-09-15). Sino-Arabian ties focus on novel frontiers. ecns.cn Visitors watch a low-altitude aircraft model during the China-Arab States Expo in Yinchuan, Ningxia Hui autonomous region, on Aug 28.In addition, China has signed Belt and Road cooperation documents with all the 22 Arab countries and the League of Arab States, under which more than 200 major projects have been implemented.
(2025-09-15). Wang Chuqin and Sun Yingsha claim singles titles at WTT Champions Macao. ecns.cn China's Wang Chuqin and Sun Yingsha captured the men's and women's singles titles on Sunday at the World Table Tennis (WTT) Champions Macao 2025.
(2025-09-15). Fresh signals point to opportunities. ecns.cn Nation shows firm commitment to expanding high-standard opening-up…
(2025-09-15). EconoScope | Opening-up fuels innovation, growth in China's service sector. ecns.cn China's services trade expanded in the first half of 2025, with value-added services driving 60.2% of economic growth, the National Bureau of Statistics said.
(2025-09-15). Milky Way visible with naked eye at Guizhou wind farm. ecns.cn At a wind farm in Zunyi, Guizhou province, summer nights are marked by clear skies and an expanse of stars.
(2025-09-15). Xi, Liechtenstein's hereditary prince exchange congratulations on 75th anniversary of ties. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping and Hereditary Prince of Liechtenstein Alois exchanged on Sunday congratulations on the 75th anniversary of diplomatic ties between the two countries.
(2025-09-15). China to extend investigation into Nvidia for anti-monopoly law violation. ecns.cn China decided to launch a further investigation into U.S. chip giant Nvidia after preliminary findings showed it had violated the country's anti-monopoly law, China's top market regulator said on Monday.
(2025-09-15). One Chinese national kidnapped in gunmen attack in Nigeria. ecns.cn A convoy carrying five Chinese citizens in Nigeria was attacked by gunmen, and one Chinese national was kidnapped, Chinese media outlet BJNEWS reported Sunday, citing information from the Chinese Consulate General in Lagos.
(2025-09-15). China warns Philippines: Seeking external backing 'doomed to fail'. ecns.cn The Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) Southern Theater Command conducted routine patrols in the South China Sea from Friday to Saturday, a spokesperson said.
(2025-09-15). Immersive Hamlet 1001 premieres in Beijing. ecns.cn On Friday, Hamlet 1001, an immersive music drama co-produced by the Chinese theater company Drama X and Beijing International Culture & Art Corp Ltd, premiered in Beijing. This innovative production combines Shakespeare's classic narrative with immersive theater, transforming the audience's experience in a live house and bar setting.
(2025-09-15). CIIE Stories | Portuguese enterprises knock on door of opportunities at CIIE. ecns.cn For many Portuguese companies, China is a distant land. Separated by thousands of miles, fully grasping the allure of the Chinese market is no easy task. The CIIE provides an opportunity for companies worldwide to understand how the Chinese market operates and to discover new consumer trends.
(2025-09-15). Environmental inspection teams release findings. ecns.cn The central ecological and environmental protection inspection teams released their findings from Thursday to Saturday, revealing that the five provinces and three State-owned enterprises involved have improved, though challenges remain.
(2025-09-15). China lauded for bolstering cultural links. ecns.cn A Greek singer sings a song together with a local children's choir at the opening ceremony of the 2025 Golden Panda International Cultural Forum in Chengdu, the capital of Southwest China's Sichuan province, Sept 13, 2025.
(2025-09-15). The International Land Port and the ASEAN Market ⚪ Experience Huaihua's vibrant pulse. ecns.cn Although Huaihua lies deep inland in Central China's Hunan Province, it connects with the world through its International Land Port and 7 trade corridors linking directly to ASEAN countries and 161 shipping routes reaching across the globe. This extensive network is a key driver that has led Hunan in foreign trade growth for three consecutive years.
(2025-09-15). Permanent exhibition in Liuzhou city honors role of Flying Tigers. ecns.cn Representatives from China and the United States attend the opening ceremony of a permanent exhibition on the Flying Tigers in Liuzhou city, Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region, on Sept 7.
(2025-09-15). Insights | Moldovan diplomat in China showcases wine at CIFTIS, extends invitation to Chinese tourists. ecns.cn The 2025 China International Fair for Trade in Services (CIFTIS) in Beijing has attracted 85 countries and international organizations, including Australia, Germany, the World Intellectual Property Organization, and nearly 2,000 companies to attend.
(2025-09-15). Jefferson-Wooden wins 100m in record time as Seville delivers gold for Jamaica at World Athletics Championships. ecns.cn American Melissa Jefferson-Wooden capped a dominant season in some style on Sunday by winning the women's 100 meters world title in 10.61 seconds, the fastest time ever run at a world championships.
(2025-09-15). (W.E.Talk) Chen Kaige: How can international film festival truly be international'. ecns.cn With the theme "A Rendezvous with Light and Shadow, Meeting the Beautiful", the second Golden Panda Awards took place in Chengdu from September 12 to 13. | Back in May, experts, scholars, and renowned cultural figures from across the globe, following the rules of selection, produced the list of recommended nominees for this year's awards. The entries are diverse in form and subject, carrying forward shared human values and aesthetics while showcasing artistic excellence, cultural significance, and creative breakthroughs. To some extent, they reflect the frontier of today's global film and television creation.
(2025-09-15). China, Thailand to hold joint air force training exercise. ecns.cn A joint training exercise between the Chinese and Thai air forces will be held in mid and late September in Thailand, the Chinese Ministry of National Defense announced on Monday.
(2025-09-15). Full text: The Urumqi Declaration of the 2025 Legislators Forum for Friendly Exchanges. ecns.cn The Urumqi Declaration of the 2025 Legislators Forum for Friendly Exchanges was issued on Sunday.
(2025-09-15). Highlights of 2025 China International Fair for Trade in Services in Beijing. ecns.cn Visitors watch a robot dance performance at the 2025 China International Fair for Trade in Services in Beijing on Sept. 14, 2025.
(2025-09-15). Comicomment: Watch tariffs are U.S. consumers' 'handcuffs'. ecns.cn After months of talks, the United States has slapped a 39% tariff on Swiss imports, leaving Switzerland stunned. The U.S., Switzerland's biggest single export market, buys products ranging from watches and chocolate to pharmaceuticals and machine tools. Washington says the move is driven by its trade deficit with Switzerland.
(2025-09-15). Beijing tech wows foreign mayors. ecns.cn
(2025-09-15). Insights | Dominican Ambassador to China looks to deepen tourism and trade cooperation through CIFTIS. ecns.cn
(2025-09-15). Protests continue against Israel's Gaza genocide. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-09-15). AUKUS four years on: 'Ghost sharks' and genocide complicity. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-09-15). Destroying Gaza City. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-09-15). What really went down at the Bondi Sumud solidarity event. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-09-15). Ecosocialism 2025 helps strengthen struggles for a just world. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-09-15). NSW doctors reject Labor's pay offer. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-09-15). Solidarity shown to Camp Sovereignty. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-09-15). Traditional Owners, climate activists call on WA Labor to ban fracking. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-09-15). Green Left Show Imperialism, democracy and socialism in Asia. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-09-15). Merri-bek Council renews call to sanction Israel. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-09-15). Merri-bek Council renews call to sanction Israel, fly Palestinian flag. greenleft.org.au
(2025-09-15). Israel lobby summit calls on councils to silence criticism. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-09-15). Senator Lidia Thorpe: 'Victoria's treaty bill needs to be more inclusive'. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-09-15). Vale John Englart, 1955—2025. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-09-15). First Nations fight back for sovereignty. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-09-15). Explosions in France as Macron names his pal Lecornu as PM. greenleft.org.au 
Despite the left holding the largest bloc of seats in France's national assembly, President Emmanual Macron has again undemocratically appointed one of his allies as PM, sparking an explosive reaction from the grassroots, reports John Mullen.
(2025-09-15). Abigail Boyd: 'Ableism' ignores housing accessibility standards. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-09-15). Afghan refugee describes traumatic path to find safety. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-09-15). Unions call on universities, gov't to sanction Israel. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-09-15). the genocide, free Gaza war takes center stage at 2025 Emmy Awards. haaretz.com Jewish actress and comedian Hannah Einbinder, who took home the Emmy for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series, called to 'free Palestine,' while Academy Award-winning actor Javier Bardem said he is 'denouncing the genocide in Gaza'…
(2025-09-15). IDF weighs ground push into Gaza City despite most residents remaining and warnings Hamas be defeated. haaretz.com About 300,000 people have already fled Gaza City, with fighting and strikes pushing more to leave. To ease criticism, Israel highlighted new humanitarian steps, including hospital repairs and medical aid deliveries…
(2025-09-15). Report: Israeli army chief says Netanyahu not informing IDF on next stage of Gaza war. haaretz.com In late August, IDF chief Eyal Zamir warned the security cabinet that the plan to take over Gaza City would take at least a year, and that there are no sufficient humanitarian services to meet the needs of the Palestinian population that would be pushed south…
(2025-09-15). As Netanyahu drags Israel deeper into Gaza, Trump alone holds the power to stop him — if he chooses to. haaretz.com With Netanyahu ignoring military and diplomatic caution, the burden shifts to Trump, who has so far shown little urgency in averting a crisis that could trap Israel in Gaza and endanger the hostages…
(2025-09-15). Far-right Minister Ben-Gvir proposes neighborhood for Israeli police officers in Gaza. haaretz.com National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir made the promise to the police commissioner at a police ceremony, during which no ranks were awarded amid reports of a dispute over pending appointments — a claim which both officials denied…
(2025-09-15). Israel Police raids office of Likud minister May Golan over alleged misuse of nonprofit funds. haaretz.com A lawyer close to Social Equality Minister May Golan was arrested and five associates detained in an ongoing investigation into alleged misconduct by the minister, who has been summoned by police for questioning…
(2025-09-15). The dark message hidden in interview to the faceless Abu AliExpress Telegram channel. haaretz.com Netanyahu's interview wasn't only designed to spread propaganda, but rather to achieve another sinister goal…
(2025-09-15). Trump: Israel must be very careful, Qatar has been a great ally of the U.S. haaretz.com
(2025-09-15). How education minister is using school trips to push a far-right agenda. haaretz.com
(2025-09-15). Rubio to discuss Israeli strike on Hamas in Doha during Jerusalem meeting with Netanyahu. haaretz.com
(2025-09-15). Libya: Investigate Cases of Two Missing Lawmakers. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Left: Seham Sergewa, Libyan politician and member of the House of Representatives abducted in Benghazi on July 17, 2019, attends a session at the Human Rights Council, Geneva, Switzerland, 2015. © Private. Right: Ibrahim al-Drissi, a member of the Libyan Parliament, casts his vote for its president during a session in Tobruk, August 4, 2014. © Reuters…
(2025-09-15). DR Congo: Militias, Army Threaten South Kivu Civilians. hrw.org Click to expand Image | A protester holds a placard reading in Swahili "return (General) Gasita we didn't want!" as others gesture towards a Democratic Republic of Congo Armed Forces soldier during a demonstration in Uvira on September 8, 2025. | © 2025 AFP via Getty Images…
(2025-09-15). Burkina Faso: Islamist Armed Groups Massacre Civilians. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Screenshot of a video circulated on social media in February 2025 reportedly showing Ousmane Dicko, younger brother of Jafar Dicko, JNIM leader in Burkina Faso. | © 2025 Private…
(2025-09-15). Israeli Forces' Attack on Sanaa Kills Journalists. hrw.org Click to expand Image | A new report by Human Rights Watch documents attacks by all the warring parties in Yemen on journalists. An attack on a media center in Sanaa, the capital, by Israeli forces on September 10, is one more example of the danger for media workers in Yemen. The attack was one of several that Israeli forces carried out on Sanaa and Al-Jawf that day, which killed at least 35 people, including journalists, and injured dozens more, according to the Houthi's Ministry of Health.The building housed both the Houthi's media headquarters and the offices of two newspapers. Mohammed al-Basha, a Yemen an…
(2025-09-15). ICRC president: Mass evacuation of Gaza City unfeasible and incomprehensible. icrc.org
(2025-09-15). Nigeria: January to June 2025 Facts and Figures. icrc.org January – June 2025…
(2025-09-15). Sri Lanka: Ambiguous Loss. icrc.org Dealing with frozen grief…
(2025-09-15). Moldova: 2025 International Humanitarian Law Essay Competition for Students. icrc.org Chi»ôinƒÉu, 1 September — 15 October 2025…
(2025-09-15). Earthquake in Afghanistan: ICRC response. icrc.org Operational update: 1 – 7 September 2025…
(2025-09-15). Afghanistan: Swift response needed to help those hit by devastating earthquake. icrc.org
(2025-09-15). Number of missing people registered with the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement up nearly 70% in five years. icrc.org
(2025-09-15). Israel and the occupied territories: ICRC reiterates call to release hostages after release of distressing video. icrc.org
(2025-09-15). Azerbaijan: Facts and figures from over 30 years of humanitarian engagement. icrc.org
(2025-09-15). Balancing risks and opportunities: New technologies and the search for missing people. icrc.org
(2025-09-15). Standing in the face of absence: "The past ten years have been the most painful of my life. Yet I still endure" icrc.org
(2025-09-15). "The Man from Egypt" : Why I left the comfort of the operating room to work in conflict zones. icrc.org
(2025-09-15). In search of Kin, 20 years on. icrc.org
(2025-09-15). Second round of consultations for the Global Initiative to Galvanize Political Commitment to IHL. icrc.org
(2025-09-15). DRC: Silence, a slow killer. icrc.org
(2025-09-15). Youth Think Tank SalonÔΩúHumanitarian Action and Development Finance: Advancing Sustainable Public Goods Provision in Protracted Crises. icrc.org
(2025-09-15). Iraq: Accompaniment and Walking Beside Families of the Missing. icrc.org
(2025-09-15). Afghanistan: ICRC responds to deadly earthquake. icrc.org
(2025-09-15). The International Committee of the Red Cross closes its delegation in the Republic of Azerbaijan. icrc.org
(2025-09-15). Frequently asked questions about the ICRC's work in Iraq. icrc.org
(2025-09-15). South Africa Urges African States to Champion International Humanitarian Law. icrc.org
(2025-09-15). China: ICRC attends the 50th Florence Nightingale Medal Award Ceremony. icrc.org
(2025-09-15). Syria: For families of the missing, it is answers, not time, that will heal the pain. icrc.org
(2025-09-15). Sudan's RSF accused of launching drone strikes on civilian infrastructure. independent.co.ug 
KHARTOUM | Xinhua | Sudan's paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) carried out drone strikes on a power station and other civilian facilities Sunday in White Nile State, central Sudan, according to a statement from Sudan's Transitional Sovereign Council. "At dawn today (Sunday), the rebel militia launched suicidal drones targeting civilian facilities and infrastructure," the statement …
(2025-09-15). London defence college bans Israelis over Gaza escalation. moderndiplomacy.eu Britain has banned Israelis from attending the Royal College of Defence Studies due to the ongoing war in Gaza, leading to a strong reaction from Israel. Despite being a close ally, Britain has pressured Israel regarding the conflict, warning it might recognize a Palestinian state unless it improves conditions in Gaza. Starting next year, Israeli …
(2025-09-15). Israel's Airstrike on Qatar Deepens Rift with Arab States. moderndiplomacy.eu BackgroundIsrael's bombing of Qatar has inflamed tensions with Arab states, reviving decades of hostility rooted in wars, peace deals, and unresolved disputes since Israel's creation in 1948. The Gaza conflict and Israeli strikes across the region have already strained fragile relations. What HappenedArab states are meeting to respond after Israel's strike on Qatar, a Gulf …
(2025-09-15). US Demands Put $350 Billion Korea Deal at Risk Over FX Concerns. moderndiplomacy.eu NEWS BRIEF Negotiations for a U.S.-South Korea trade deal have stalled due to concerns over the foreign exchange implications of a $350 billion investment fund agreed upon in July. Seoul fears the massive dollar demand required to fulfill the deal could destabilize the relatively small Korean won market, drawing a sharp contrast with Japan's ability …
(2025-09-15). Kirishi refinery in Russia halts operations on vital unit after Ukraine strike. moderndiplomacy.eu A major oil refinery in Kirishi, Russia, stopped a key processing unit after a Ukrainian drone attack over the weekend. Ukraine is increasing assaults on Russia's energy infrastructure to weaken its military efforts as peace talks remain stalled. The Kirishinefteorgsintez plant, run by Surgutneftegaz, was specifically targeted in the drone strike. The governor of Leningrad …
(2025-09-15). US Demands Full Dismantling of Iran's Nuclear Enrichment Program. moderndiplomacy.eu NEWS BRIEF U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright has called for the complete dismantlement of Iran's uranium-enrichment program, reinforcing a hardline stance despite recent IAEA-Iran agreements to resume inspections. The demand comes after U.S.-Israeli airstrikes in June destroyed key nuclear sites and disrupted verification efforts, while European powers threaten to reimpose sanctions unless Tehran complies with …
(2025-09-15). Sweden Boosts Defense Spending to 2.8% of GDP, Nearing NATO Target. moderndiplomacy.eu NEWS BRIEF The Swedish government, in a significant move to fortify its national security, has unveiled a plan to increase defense funding by 26.6 billion crowns ($2.87 billion) in its 2026 budget, raising military spending to 2.8% of GDP. This 18% year-on-year surge is part of a sweeping, multi-year escalation that has seen defense allocations …
(2025-09-15). Israel warns Hamas of action "wherever they are" as Qatar summit convenes. moderndiplomacy.eu Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that further strikes on Hamas leaders are possible, coinciding with a summit of Arab and Islamic states in Qatar. This summit aimed to show support for Qatar following an Israeli attack on the Gulf state, which was a significant escalation in military actions after the Hamas-led attacks on October …
(2025-09-15). Russia Revives Barter Trade to Bypass Western Sanctions. moderndiplomacy.eu BackgroundBarter trade is making a comeback in Russia for the first time since the 1990s, as the country struggles under the weight of Western sanctions imposed after its invasion of Ukraine in 2022 and the earlier annexation of Crimea in 2014. With over 25,000 sanctions in place, Russia's economy—valued at $2.2 trillion—faces rising inflation, a …
(2025-09-15). Pakistan Holds Policy Rate at 11% as Floods Fuel Inflation Concerns. moderndiplomacy.eu NEWS BRIEF In a highly anticipated decision, the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) maintained its benchmark interest rate at 11% on Monday, extending its monetary policy pause for a third consecutive meeting. This cautious stance reflects the central bank's difficult balancing act: supporting a nascent economic recovery while preemptively combating looming inflationary threats triggered by …
(2025-09-15). Albanese in PNG Ahead of Defence Treaty Signing. moderndiplomacy.eu Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is visiting Papua New Guinea, where he plans to sign a defence treaty on Wednesday. This agreement aims to strengthen ties with Papua New Guinea, elevating their relationship to a level similar to Australia's security alliance with the United States. The signing coincides with Papua New Guinea's 50th independence anniversary from …
(2025-09-15). Susan Watkins: Israel after Fordow. newleftreview.org Netanyahu is building on the obliteration of Gaza to launch an external offensive across multiple fronts, aiming at cantonization in Lebanon and Syria, and regime change, if not state break-up, in Iran. What explains the West's political investment in an Israeli-centric Middle East, on conspicuous display during June's Twelve-Day War?
(2025-09-15). Jonathan Ree: The Analytic Ideology. newleftreview.org Jonathan Rée on Christoph Schuringa, A Social History of Analytic Philosophy. Critique of the ideological function of Anglo-American philosophy's hegemonic style.
(2025-09-15). Julia Hertà§g: Three Generations of German Working Class Cinema. newleftreview.org Picking up on Emilie Bickerton's identification in NLR 109 of a new genre of films centred on the working class, Julia Hertà§g offers a comparative-historical view of German Arbeiterfilme. Themes and forms tracked from the radical efflorescence of Weimar through the sixties rebellion against the Bonn Republic to the anomic social landscape of…
(2025-09-15). Kevin Gray: Old Wine in New Bottles. newleftreview.org Though brandishing 'Stop the Steal!' placards, along with US and Israeli flags, nationalist mobilizations in South Korea draw on a different lineage to that of Trump, Bolsonaro or Farage. The latest NLR study of rising new rights locates the RoK's conservative bloc in its history of collaboration with Japanese and American imperialism, now re-gearing against the PRC.
(2025-09-15). Carolyn Lesjak: Writing the Collective. newleftreview.org Carolyn Lesjak on Fredric Jameson, Inventions of a Present. The cultural theorist's literary criticism assembled for the first time, yielding new insights on method.
(2025-09-15). Julian Stallabrass: Arts of Distraction. newleftreview.org Julian Stallabrass on Claire Bishop, Disordered Attention. Case studies limning a contemporary artworld in which viewing is reconfigured by digital distractions.
(2025-09-15). Martti Koskenniemi: The Laws That Rule Us. newleftreview.org In an expansive response to Perry Anderson's critique of international law in NLR 143, Martti Koskenniemi counterposes to headline rulings on crimes against humanity the opaque, pervasive network of techniques that constitutes the legal infrastructure of global capitalism, shaping our unequal world-social relations and how we imagine them.
(2025-09-15). Aaron Benanav: Beyond Capitalism—2. newleftreview.org Following his analytic survey of socialist economic theory and practice in the last number of NLR, Aaron Benanav sets out a design for institutions that could structure an economic democracy beyond capital accumulation and waged labour. A novel dual-currency system, elected investment boards, worker self-management and trans-sectoral coordination, responsive to the broadest social goals.
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(2025-09-15). Do we need a treaty on neutrality? responsiblestatecraft.org In an era of widespread use of economic sanctions, dual-use technology exports, and hybrid warfare, the boundary between peacetime and wartime has become increasingly blurry. Yet understandings of neutrality remain stuck in the time of trench warfare. An updated conception of neutrality, codified through an international treaty, is necessary for global security.Neutrality in the 21st century is often whatever a country wants it to be. For some, such as the European neutrals like Switzerland and Ireland, it is compatible with non-U.N. sanctions (such as by the European Union) while for others it is not. Countr…
(2025-09-15). Trade review process could rock the calm in US-Mexico relations. responsiblestatecraft.org One of the more surprising developments of President Trump's tenure in office thus far has been the relatively calm U.S. relationship with Mexico, despite expectations that his
(2025-09-15). Can TikTok Survive? US-China Talks Hold the Key. thinktank.pk As the world's two economic powerhouses convene for a second day of high-stakes negotiations in Spain on September 15, 2025, the spotlight is firmly on the looming deadline for TikTok's Chinese owner to divest or face a U.S. ban. Led by U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng, these talks represent …
(2025-09-15). Will the US Leave Europe Vulnerable Like Qatar in Drone War? thinktank.pk In the tense skies over Eastern Europe, a swarm of cheap Russian drones pierced Polish airspace on September 10, 2025, triggering NATO's first major aerial scramble since the Ukraine war escalated. Fighter jets roared, Patriots fired, and alarms blared—yet only three or four of the 19 intruders were downed, exposing gaping vulnerabilities in the alliance's …
(2025-09-15). COP30 Spotlight: Can the World Stop the Rising Tide Threat? thinktank.pk Imagine waking to the sound of waves lapping at your doorstep—not in a tropical paradise, but in the bustling suburbs of Sydney or the sun-baked shores of the Torres Strait Islands. For 1.5 million Australians living in coastal hotspots, this isn't a dystopian dream; it's the grim forecast from the nation's first comprehensive climate risk …
(2025-09-15). Why Pakistan Blames Germany for the Afghan Refugee Crisis. thinktank.pk In the shadow of towering refugee camps and border crossings, Pakistan's frustration with Germany over the Afghan refugee crisis has reached a boiling point in 2025. As over 2.6 million Afghans have been forcibly returned to Taliban-controlled Afghanistan since January—many from Pakistan's soil—Islamabad accuses Berlin of callous abandonment. Germany, once a beacon of hope for …
(2025-09-15). Delaware report shows growing use of GLP-1 meds are driving increased spending, not drug price tags. whyy.org
(2025-09-15). Former head of Israel's military admits over 10 percent of Gaza's population killed or injured. wsws.org Over 200,000 Palestinians in Gaza, or over 10 percent of the population, have been killed or injured during the Israeli onslaught on Gaza, the former chief of Israel's military said last week.
(2025-09-15). US Supreme Court's shadow docket attack on the Constitution. wsws.org Last week's unexplained ruling that vacated a lower court injunction against ICE seizures of people based on ethnicity, language or accents, employment or whereabouts is emblematic of the Supreme Court majority's use of the "shadow docket" to dismantle the Constitution and pave the way for dictatorship.
(2025-09-15). Tens of thousands of Kaiser Permanente healthcare workers to vote for strike. wsws.org A strike by Kaiser nurses would be a major step in creating the conditions for a movement of the working class against fascism and corporate oligarchy. But for this to take place, Kaiser workers must also prepare a fight against the union bureaucracy.
(2025-09-15). Union Pacific CEO advising Trump on where to send National Guard. wsws.org Trump told Fox News that Union Pacific CEO Jim Vena asked him to send troops to Memphis, St. Louis and Chicago, three cities critical for the rail industry.
(2025-09-15). Behind the partial opening of borders in Ukraine and the murder of far-right MP Andriy Parubiy. wsws.org The very fact that various political figures are now assassinated with such regularity speaks of a crisis in the entire governance and security system. Simply put, the ruling class cannot rule in the old way.
(2025-09-15). Freed from prison by federal judge, scientist at University of Michigan deported back to China. wsws.org Through the public vilification of a young scientist, the Trump administration has sent an intimidating message to the academic community, created a precedent for the further persecution of Chinese scholars, and whipped up anti-Chinese sentiment to advance its agenda of economic confrontation and war.
(2025-09-15). Trump White House weaponizes Kirk's death to prepare police state dictatorship. wsws.org The assassination of Charlie Kirk is being seized on by the Trump administration to implement a coordinated assault on democratic rights and on mounting opposition to its preparations for a police state dictatorship.
(2025-09-15). Trump targets Memphis, New Orleans for troop deployments. wsws.org While "crime" is the pretext for troop deployments, the real goal is the buildup of a military-police dictatorship in America.
(2025-09-15). Trotsky's The Revolution Betrayed, the counter-revolutionary Stalinist bureaucracy and the call for a political revolution in the Soviet Union. wsws.org The following report was delivered by Jordan Shilton to the 2025 Summer School of the Socialist Equality Party (US) on the history of the Security and the Fourth International investigation.
(2025-09-15). Merz government paves the way for the far-right Alternative for Germany. wsws.org The claim by the Social Democratic Party (SPD), the Left Party, the trade unions and the media that an alliance of all so-called "democrats" would stop the rise of the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) is being refuted every day.
(2025-09-15). Rock musician Neil Young releases song denouncing Trump's armed takeover of Washington, D.C. and the "billionaire fascists" wsws.org Neil Young: | "No more money to the fascists | The billionaire fascists | Time to blackout the system"
(2025-09-15). Former chief justice appointed as interim prime minister in Nepal. wsws.org The interim government will be a right-wing capitalist administration, relying on the military's support, focused on restoring a semblance of political stability in the wake of mass protests.
(2025-09-15). This week in history: September 15-21. wsws.org Telecom strike in India; Patricia Hearst arrested; McCarran Act authorizes mass detention of leftists; Trotsky's "Where Is Britain Going?" published in US.
(2025-09-15). New Zealand government glorifies US fascist Charlie Kirk. wsws.org The far-right ACT and NZ First parties are seeking to legitimise Kirk's anti-immigrant and racist views in order to divide and suppress the working class.