(2026-02-15). Wednesday 2/18: Webinar: Faith in a Time of Genocide: A Moment of Truth for the Worldwide Church. indybay.org Zoom | palestine.events/18Feb2026…
(2026-02-15). 11 Palestinians killed in Israeli strikes amid ceasefire violation claims. tribune.com.pk 
At least 11 Palestinians were killed in Israeli airstrikes in the northern and southern Gaza Strip on Sunday, Palestinian civil defence and health officials said, in what Israel's military called a response to Hamas ceasefire violations. | Medics said an Israeli airstrike on a tent encampment housing displaced families killed at least four people, while health officials said another strike killed five in Khan Younis in the south. | Read: PM to attend Gaza Board of Peace meeting | "In recent hours, the IDF has begun striking in response to Hamas's blatant violation of the ceasefire agreement yesterday in the Be…
(2026-02-15). 'Not just killing, we're raping too': Israeli soldier's confessions shock. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – An American streamer posted a video of a conversation with an Israeli soldier in Gaza, in which the latter said shocking details about Israeli actions in the war-torn Palestinian city.The American streamer, named Jeff Davidson, starts by asking the soldier if he was Israeli and Jewish. The army member responded, "Yes, yes." Then the soldier is asked, "What is IDF?" "Israel Defense Force," the soldier answered, adding that he is currently in the Gaza Strip, then he offered the American YouTuber to show him Gaza through his camera."Don't be surprised, there is no house here," the IDF soldier said before…
(2026-02-15). Nine Palestinians killed in Israeli strikes amid ceasefire violation claims. tribune.com.pk At least nine Palestinians were killed in Israeli airstrikes in the northern and southern Gaza Strip on Sunday, Palestinian civil defence and health officials said, in what Israel's military called a response to Hamas ceasefire violations. | Medics said an Israeli airstrike on a tent encampment housing displaced families killed at least four people, while health officials said another strike killed five in Khan Younis in the south. | Read: PM to attend Gaza Board of Peace meeting | "In recent hours, the IDF has begun striking in response to Hamas's blatant violation of the ceasefire agreement yesterday in the…
(2026-02-15). Arundhati Roy boycotts Berlinale 2026 in solidarity with Gaza. ummid.com Author Arundhati Roy has pulled out of the 76th annual Berlin International Film Festival, usually called the Berlinale, following the comments reportedly made by members of the festival jury regarding Gaza, Palestine.
(2026-02-15). New Massacres in Gaza: 9 Martyred Overnight as 'Israel' Continues Violation of Ceasefire. english.almanar.com.lb Israeli occupation forces committed two new massacres against civilians in the northern and southern Gaza Strip early Sunday morning, resulting in the deaths of nine Palestinians. These attacks coincided with widespread demolition and destruction operations, continuing Israel's violation of the ceasefire agreement signed on October 11th. Four Palestinians were martyred and others wounded in an …
(2026-02-15). Friday 2/20: Calling Party for Gaza. indybay.org Zoom | www.codepink.org/cp220…
(2026-02-15). Thursday 2/26: Power Half Hour for Gaza. indybay.org Zoom | http: //jvp.org/gazaph…
(2026-02-15). Israel Still Throttling Medical Supplies to Gaza: "The Fungus is Eating Her Face" juancole.com
(2026-02-15). Iran open to compromises to reach nuclear deal with US, minister tells BBC. tribune.com.pk 
Iran is ready to consider compromises to reach a nuclear deal with the United States if Washington is willing to discuss lifting sanctions, Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister Majid Takht-Ravanchi told the BBC in an interview published on Sunday. | Iran has said it is prepared to discuss curbs on its nuclear programme in return for the lifting of sanctions, but has repeatedly ruled out linking the issue to other questions including missiles. | Takht-Ravanchi confirmed that a second round of nuclear talks would take place on Tuesday in Geneva, after Tehran and Washington resumed discussions in Oman earlier this mont…
(2026-02-15). Open to compromises to reach nuclear deal with US: Iranian minister. geo.tv 
Iranian flag flies in front of the UN office building, housing IAEA headquarters in Vienna, Austria. — Reuters/FileSecond round of nuclear talks due on Tuesday: Iran minister.Majid Takht-Ravanchi says initial talks went in a positive direction.Rules out Tehran's acceptance…
(2026-02-15). Iran says potential energy, mining and aircraft deals on table in talks with US. tribune.com.pk Iran is pursuing a nuclear agreement with the US that delivers economic benefits for both sides, an Iranian diplomat was reported as saying on Sunday, days before a second round of talks between Tehran and Washington. | Iran and the US renewed negotiations earlier this month to tackle their decades-long dispute over Tehran's nuclear programme and avert a new military confrontation. The US has dispatched a second aircraft carrier to the region and is preparing for the possibility of a sustained military campaign if the talks do not succeed, US officials have told Reuters. | "For the sake of an agreement's durab…
(2026-02-15). Iran has more Options up its sleeve than Trump and Netanyahu Assume. juancole.com ( To that end, Netanyahu visited Washington this week to join Trump's Board of Peace, the newly created US mechanism to settle the war in…
(2026-02-15). Epstein Files Expose Ugly Lifestyle of Powerful and Immunity They Enjoy. ummid.com Epstein files not only reveal an entrenched criminal network of perverted ruling elites and rotten capitalist socialites with an inhuman sexual appetite for young girls, but also expose their power, influence, and lack of accountability.
(2026-02-15). A-Z Names In Epstein Files: From Netanyahu, JD Vance To Jay Z, Beyonce, DOJ's Letter Lists Over 300 People – Report. menafn.com (MENAFN – Live Mint) The United States Department of Justice (DOJ) formally submitted a report to Congress regarding redactions in the files released under the Epstein Files Transparency Act, …
(2026-02-15). Intellectual center, harmless radicalism, and the Chomsky question. uwidata.com By Cemil Gà∂zel The debate sparked by Noam Chomsky's ties to Jeffrey Epstein has been framed in some circles as a moral scandal. But the issue runs much deeper than that. When you think about the intellectual persona Chomsky built on his critiques of imperialism, the media, and state violence, reducing the whole thing to …
(2026-02-15). Statement on Cuba from the National Conference of Black Lawyers. radiohc.cu February 11, 2026 | NCBL CONDEMNS THE TRUMP ADMINISTRATION'S UNLAWFUL ACTIONS TO CHOKE THE LIFE OUT OF CUBA! | National Conference of Black Lawyers (NCBL) joins the chorus of voices of organizations, including National Network on Cuba (NNOC), American Association of Jurists (AAJ), December 12th Movement (D12), and International Association of Democratic Lawyers (IADL), decrying the heightened militaristic threats and unprovoked attacks on nations in the Caribbean, most notably Venezuela and the threatened attack on Cuba. The terms of the most recent executive order imposing tariffs on countries that supply oil an…
(2026-02-15). Russia Slams US Acts of Piracy and Attempts to Expel Foreign Companies From Venezuela (+Nebenzia on Jan 3). orinocotribune.com Caracas ( Melik-Bagdasarov asserted that the objective of Washington's actions is to clear the Venezuelan ma…
(2026-02-15). Exiled Iranians and Venezuelans may well support regime change — but diasporas don't always reflect the politics back home. |
(2026-02-15). Combatientes que enfrentaron agresión yanqui en Venezuela participan en encuentro en Academia de la Policía. radiohc.cu 
La Dirección General de la Policía Nacional Revolucionaria (PNR) desarrolló un significativo intercambio en la Academia ´Mártires de Tarará ª con combatientes que enfrentaron la agresión yanqui contra República Bolivariana de Venezuela, el pasado 3 de enero. | Como parte del homenaje, los presentes guardaron un minuto de silencio en memoria de los 32 combatientes caídos honrosamente en el cumplimiento del deber, seguido de la proyección del material audiovisual ´Honor y Gloria ª de la Dirección Política del MININT. | Las conmovedoras entrevistas, emocionaron a los asistentes y abrieron paso…
(2026-02-15). Con remontada histórica: Navegantes del Magallanes se corona campeón de la Serie de las Américas. cubadebate.cu La Serie de las Américas 2026 tiene nuevo monarca: Navegantes del Magallanes. El campeón venezolano no pudo lograrlo de otra manera, sino con una remontada. Así, Venezuela se estrenó por todo lo alto en su primera participación en la Serie de las Américas.
(2026-02-15). Con remontada histórica: Navegantes del Magallanes se corona campeón de la Serie de las Américas. cubadebate.cu La Serie de las Américas 2026 tiene nuevo monarca: Navegantes del Magallanes. El campeón venezolano no pudo lograrlo de otra manera, sino con una remontada. Así, Venezuela se estrenó por todo lo alto en su primera participación en la Serie de las Américas.
(2026-02-15). Combatientes que enfrentaron agresión yanqui en Venezuela participan en encuentro en Academia de la Policía. radiohc.cu La Dirección General de la Policía Nacional Revolucionaria (PNR) desarrolló un significativo intercambio en la Academia ´Mártires de Tarará ª con combatientes que enfrentaron la agresión yanqui contra República Bolivariana de Venezuela, el pasado 3 de enero. | Como parte del homenaje, los presentes guardaron un minuto de silencio en memoria de los 32 combatientes caídos honrosamente en el cumplimiento del deber, seguido de la proyección del material audiovisual ´Honor y Gloria ª de la Dirección Política del MININT. | Las conmovedoras entrevistas, emocionaron a los asistentes y abrieron paso…
(2026-02-15). Trump's Push For Nuclear Tests And The Erosion Of The Nuclear Taboo Analysis. eurasiareview.com By Shravishtha Ajaykumar | In late
(2026-02-15). President Ramaphosa briefs AU on G20 Leaders' Summit outcomes. sanews.gov.za President Ramaphosa briefs AU on G20 Leaders' Summit outcomes | The success of South Africa's G20 Presidency has been hailed as both a national triumph and a powerful testament to Africa's capacity for global leadership. | This according to President Cyril Ramaphosa, who briefed the African Union's 39th Ordinary Session of the African National Assembly of Heads of State and Government on the outcomes of the G20 Leaders' Summit. | The Leaders' Summit was held in Johannesburg in November last year — the first time that an African nation has hosted the premier international economic forum. | At least 130 G20 m…
(2026-02-15). Iranian Opposition Holds Largest Ever Protest In Europe, With 250,000 People In Munich. eurasiareview.com By Ray Furlong | Some 250,000 people have joined a demonstration in the Bavarian capital, German police told RFE/RL, in the largest ever protest in Europe by opponents of the authorities in Iran. | The Munich protest was part of a global day of action called by Reza Pahlavi, the last son of the shah of Iran who was deposed during the country's 1979 Islamic revolution. | One of numerous figures in Iran's fractious exiled opposition, he was greeted by loud cheers as he arrived. | "Today you see the horizon of victory closer than ever," he told the crowd, which he said was one of the largest gatherings of Iranian…
(2026-02-15). Medical team concludes Imran Khan's check-up at Adiala jail. tribune.com.pk 1724319076-0/Untitled-design-(5)1724319076-0.jpg)
(2026-02-15). Bitcoin Mining And The Electricity Grid: A Quiet Savior OpEd. eurasiareview.com By Joakim Book | With all eyes on the Before and during winter storms, the electricity supply becomes strained and household demand spikes—think space heate…
(2026-02-15). Australia pledges $2.7b to progress nuclear submarine shipyard build. tribune.com.pk 
Australia said on Sunday it would spend AUD3.9 billion to progress construction of a shipyard that will help deliver nuclear-powered submarines under the trilateral AUKUS defence pact with the US and Britain. | Announced in 2021, AUKUS is Australia's largest-ever defence investment and will see US-commanded Virginia-class submarines based in Australia from 2027, several Virginia submarines sold to Australia from around 2030, and Britain and Australia building a new class of AUKUS nuclear-powered submarine. | Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese described the AUD3.9 billion as a down payment to deliver th…
(2026-02-15). Who is àÅngela Vergara? Colombian congresswoman cheered ICE raids, cries after her son is taken. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – àÅngela Vergara, a Colombian congresswoman, appeared in a video crying after federal officers took her son.In the clip shared on Feb. 13, Vergara was seen with tears along her cheeks while announcing that her son was taken by ICE members in the United States.The American Congresswoman denounced last Friday that her son, Rafael Alfonso Vergara, has been detained for 18 days by the Immigration and Customs Enforcement Service (ICE) in "inhumane conditions"."A young man who doesn't even have a traffic violation, but who, like many Colombians, is living a nightmare, unable to return to his country, an…
(2026-02-15). Israeli nuclear weapons are a threat to the Middle East. indybay.org Dimona Nuclear Plant Facility In Israel.
(2026-02-15). Thursday 2/26: Electroacoustic Performance and Artist Talk with the Whale Liberation Front. indybay.org Institute of the Arts and Sciences, 100 Panetta Avenue, Santa Cruz…
(2026-02-15). Thursday 2/19: Panel: CWA 1104 Educational Division Panel on Working-Class Struggle against Fascism. indybay.org Register At | tinyurl.com/Feb19CWAPanel…
(2026-02-15). Thousands March on City Hall in Support of Iranian Crown Prince's Global Day of Action. lataco.com Reza Pahlavi, son of the former Shah, has publicly supported and called for protests in Iran and abroad to support regime change against the Islamic Republic.
(2026-02-15). Saturday 3/7: EV Ride and Drive. indybay.org Baylands Park, 999 E. Caribbean Drive…
(2026-02-15). Pakistan urges South Sudan peace. tribune.com.pk 
Amid political deadlock among signatories to the 2018 South Sudan peace agreement and a dangerous escalation in armed confrontations, Pakistan has called on all stakeholders to recommit to the agreement in good faith and to address differences through inclusive dialogue. | "It is time for renewal of national consensus," Ambassador Asim Ahmad, permanent representative of Pakistan to the United Nations, told the UN Security Council which on Tuesday debated the deteriorating situation in South Sudan, an African country that gained independence from the Republic of Sudan in 2011. | At this critical juncture, he st…
(2026-02-15). What makes Chinese airports different from others. ummid.com From Shanghai to Xi'an, and from Xi'an to Beijing, Chinese airports appear markedly different from those in advanced capitalist and developing countries.
(2026-02-15). Europe's Munich Moment: Rhetoric, Reality, And The Limits Of Autonomy Analysis. eurasiareview.com At this year's Munich Security Conference, European leaders presented a strikingly unified message: the continent must reduce its dependence on the United States and assume greater responsibility for its own security. The language was sharper than in past years. The ambition was no longer confined to diplomatic subtext. Yet the gap between rhetoric and capacity remains vast. Munich revealed not a strategic rupture with Washington, but a recalibration — and an unresolved tension at the heart of Europe's quest for autonomy. | A New Assertiveness: | The signals were unmistakable. Kaja Kallas propose…
(2026-02-15). Application for NCET ITEP April 2026 Starts. ummid.com The National Testing Agency (NTA) has started online registration and application process for the National Common Entrance Test (NCET 2026) conducted for admission in Integrated Teacher Education Program (ITEP).
(2026-02-15). "Tyrants Hate Truth" : Austin Sarat on the New War Against Academic Freedom. scheerpost.com Welcome to Academic Freedom on Life Support, hosted by Joshua Scheer. In this episode, we speak with Austin Sarat, the William Nelson Cromwell Professor of Jurisprudence and Political Science at Amherst College, and one of the first contributors to our project examining the nationwide crisis facing higher education. Sarat argues that "academic freedom in the …
(2026-02-15). Another blow for Pakistan as Babar Azam departs, fourth wicket down. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan's top-order batting lay in tatters during their chase of 176 against arch-rivals India as they lost three quick wickets in the first two overs of their T20 World Cup clash in Colombo on Sunday. | Pakistan's start was even worse than their rivals', as Sahibzada Farhan, the team's most promising batter in recent times, fell for a duck in the very first over to Hardik Pandya. | Ayub, who had taken three wickets earlier, attempted to make an impact with the bat by hitting a six off Jasprit Bumrah but was dismissed LBW by India's ace bowler on the very next delivery. | The woes continued as captain Salman…
(2026-02-15). Rebels Target Niger Junta's Oil Revenue. eurasiareview.com A Nigerien rebel group has attacked oil production infrastructure, which could weaken the country's finances and threaten its ruling junta's grip on power. | Created in 2024, the Patriotic Movement for Freedom and Justice (MPLJ) has gained strength through a series of attacks on Africa's largest pipeline, which stretches nearly 2,000 kilometers from Niger's oil-rich eastern deserts to Benin's coast. The rebels' primary targets are two Chinese oil companies that represent the main source of income for the junta and its leader, Gen. Abdourahamane Tiani. | "Destroying the pipeline means destroying General Tiani,"
(2026-02-15). Religare's Bold Demerger: A Strategic Shift to Boost Growth. devdiscourse.com Religare Enterprises Ltd, backed by the Burman family, has unveiled a strategic restructuring plan to demerge its financial services and insurance businesses. This move aims to unlock shareholder value and focus on growth strategies for each sector-specific entity.
(2026-02-15). US pushes AI funding, fisheries tech at APEC amid China rivalry. tribune.com.pk 
The Trump administration is promoting artificial intelligence exports and maritime surveillance technology at Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) meetings in southern China this week, as Washington seeks to counter Beijing's technological and maritime influence. | Casey Mace, the US senior official to APEC, said the Trump administration had launched a $20 million fund to support the adoption of American AI technologies by partner economies in the region, part of a broader effort to strengthen US leadership in emerging technologies. | The initiatives come ahead of President Donald Trump's expected visit to…
(2026-02-15). Rubio calls US Europe's 'critical friend'. tribune.com.pk 
Secretary of State Marco Rubio cast the United States as the "child of Europe" in a message of unity on Saturday, offering some reassurance as well as levelling more criticism at allies after a year of turmoil in transat-lantic relations. | Rubio was addressing the annual Munich Security Conference, where Europe's leading powers have tried to project their own independence and strength while straining to keep a long-time alliance with the US under President Donald Trump alive. | The speech delivered a degree of respite to European countries who fear being left in the lurch on anything from the war in Ukraine t…
(2026-02-15). Friday 2/27: Seaside: Whistlemania! Workshop. indybay.org Monterey Peace and Justice Center, 1364 Fremont Blvd, Seaside, CA 93955…
(2026-02-15). Zelensky labels Putin a 'slave to war'. tribune.com.pk 
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky denounced Russia's Vladimir Putin as a "slave to war" in a speech to the Munich Security Conference Saturday, adding that Russia's attacks had damaged every power plant in the country. | Zelensky also drew parallels between the current Russia-Ukraine talks over territorial concessions and the 1938 Munich Agreement, when Hitler forced territorial concessions from the European powers — a year before World War II. | Zelensky was speaking days before the fourth anniversary of Moscow's invasion, which has killed hundreds of thousands, decimated eastern Ukraine and forced…
(2026-02-15). Fritz to face Shelton for ATP Dallas Open title. tribune.com.pk 
Taylor Fritz blasted 22 aces in advancing to the ATP Dallas Open final on Saturday by defeating Croatian Marin Cilic 7-6 (7/5), 7-6 (7/3). | Top seed Fritz, ranked seventh in the world, reached his 20th career ATP final and first since last September's Japan Open. | "I did a really good job just holding serve, getting through a lot of those games," said Fritz, who never faced a break point. | "I think I generated good opportunities to grab a break on him but he played really well, served really well on all the break points." | Fritz will play for the crown on Sunday in an all-American final against ninth-ranke…
(2026-02-15). RRB CEN 06/2025 Exam Date Confirmed. ummid.com The Ministry of Railways has confirmed the examination date and schedule of the Computer Based Test 1 (CBT-1) to be conducted to fill various vacancies as notified under the RRB CEN 06/2025.
(2026-02-15). Last-gasp Zielinski effort keeps Inter at Serie A summit. tribune.com.pk 
Poland midfielder Piotr Zielinski scored a 90th-minute winner as Inter Milan edged Juventus 3-2 on Saturday to move eight points clear in Serie A. | Zielinski found the net after the 2024 champions had led twice thanks to an Andrea Cambiaso own goal and an effort from Pio Esposito in the Derby of Italy. | "It is very important, perhaps the most important win for now," Zielinski told Sky Sport. | "We have to avoid these type of things, because we took the lead with Pio's goal and were in the lead. | "Then there was a bit of a lack of concentration, we need to manage it better," the 31-year-old added. | Local ri…
(2026-02-15). Munich, 2007: The day the West was told no. strategic-culture.su They like to pretend it came out of nowhere. | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | They like the bedtime story: Europe was peacefully h…
(2026-02-15). US military weighs sustained Iran strikes, casting shadow over diplomacy. scmp.com The US military is preparing for the possibility ‚Å of sustained, weeks-long operations against Iran if President Donald Trump orders an attack, according to two US officials, in what could become a far more serious conflict than previously seen between the countries. | The disclosure by the officials, who spoke on condition of anonymity due to the sensitive nature of the planning, raises the stakes for the diplomacy under way between the United States and Iran. US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared…
(2026-02-15). Friday 2/27: Virtual Action Hour for Palestine. indybay.org Zoom | afsc.org/events/action-hour-palestine…
(2026-02-15). Sunday 2/15: Veg. Potluck & Celebrate Dave 70th Birthday! indybay.org Whiskey Hill Farms | 371 Calabasas Road, Watsonville, CA 95076…
(2026-02-15). Carnival explosion injures 11 in Switzerland. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – An explosion rocked a carnival in Switzerland, leaving 11 people injured, AFP reported citing Swiss police.In detail, the police confirmed that a blast occurred in a vehicle with a confetti cannon during a carnival in the village of Chable, in the canton of Valais. An investigation was launched to determine the circumstances of this explosion.In addition, according to Swiss public broadcaster RTS, the explosion, which is likely an accidental event, was caused by the air compressor of the confetti cannon."The explosion took place shortly before 3 p.m. (4 p.m. Bulgarian time) on the platform on which the…
(2026-02-15). PM Modi invited to attend Tarique Rahman's swearing-in as Bangladesh ushers in new political chapter. ptcnews.tv PTC Web Desk: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been invited to attend the swearing-in ceremony of Bangladesh's newly elected Prime Minister, Tarique Rahman, following his party's emphatic victory in the country's first general election since the ouster of Sheikh Hasina.Rahman, leader of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), is scheduled to take oath on February 17. The invitation to India was extended by Chief Adviser of the interim government, Muhammad Yunus. India is among 13 nations invited to the ceremony, alongside China, Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, Turkey, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Malaysia, Brunei, S…
(2026-02-15). Missing Indian student from UC Berkeley Saketh Sreenivasaiah found dead in California. ptcnews.tv PTC Web Desk: Saketh Sreenivasaiah, a 22-year-old Indian student studying at the University of California, Berkeley, who had been reported missing earlier this month, has been found dead, the Indian Consulate in San Francisco confirmed on Sunday.In an official statement shared on social media, the Consulate said local authorities had confirmed the recovery of Saketh's body. Expressing deep sorrow, the mission conveyed its condolences to the bereaved family and assured them of full support during this difficult period."The Consulate deeply regrets to inform that local police have confirmed the recovery of the bod…
(2026-02-15). Al-Nassr Captain Ronaldo ends protest after all demands met. ummid.com Portuguese National Football Legend, who is also leading Saudi FC Al Nassr, has finally ended protest after all his demands are met.
(2026-02-15). Inherit the nukes, a threat of radiation, terror, and death. indybay.org The convicted felon President Donald J. Trump wants to have nuclear bomb testing in the U.S. again.
(2026-02-15). Xi extends New Year greetings to ring in Year of the Horse. tribune.com.pk 
Chinese President Xi Jinping on Saturday extended Spring Festival greetings at a reception in Beijing to usher in the Chinese New Year — the Year of the Horse. | At the Great Hall of the People, Xi, also general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and chairman of the Central Military Commission, conveyed New Year greetings on behalf of the Party Central Committee and the State Council to all Chinese people at home and abroad. | Describing the outgoing Year of the Snake as extraordinary, Xi said China met difficulties head-on and made new progress in the face of a complex and…
(2026-02-15). Israel A State of Exception Eyes Borders Beyond Palestine. ummid.com Israel has already created that void. In the hands of a genocidal settler-colonial society, the state of exception is a relentless nightmare that will not stop at the borders of Palestine.
(2026-02-15). In Pictures: Setting Own Home on Fire, Cries of People as Dalmandi Bulldozed. ummid.com A Muslim trader poured petrol and set his own home on fire, and people cried for justice as local administration carried demolition drive in Dalmandi Market of Varanasi Monday February 09, 2026.
(2026-02-15). Trump, Netanyahu agreed US should press Iran to cut oil sales to China, Axios reports. tribune.com.pk 
President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu agreed at a White House meeting on Wednesday that the US would work to reduce Iran's oil exports to China, Axios reported, citing two US officials briefed on the issue. | "We agreed that we will go full force with maximum pressure against Iran, for example, regarding Iranian oil sales to China," Axios reported on Saturday, quoting a senior US official. | China's foreign ministry did not immediately respond to a request for comment on Sunday, the first day of a national holiday for the Lunar New Year. | China accounts for more than 80% of Iran…
(2026-02-15). Jaishankar's straight talk in Munich, prioritises energy security over politics amid US-India deal. hindustantimes.com External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has firmly rejected claims that India's strategic autonomy has been compromised amid reports of reduced Russian oil imports following a new trade framework with the United States. Speaking at the Munich Security Conference alongside German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul, Jaishankar stressed that India remains "very much wedded to strategic autonomy." Responding to questions about U.S. President Donald Trump's remarks on oil purchases and tariff cuts, he said India continues to make independent decisions based on national interest. The statement comes as debates intensify…
(2026-02-15). How 3 local BDS campaigns won the divestment of millions in Israeli bonds. juancole.com On Nov. 19, 2025, members of Break the Bonds NC, a coalition of Palestine Solidarity organizations, spoke at a North Carolina Investment Authority board meeting to demand the state pension fund divest from all Israeli government bonds. Immediately after the meeting, the state treasurer's office emailed a link of the pension's holdings to Ari Rosenberg, a lead Break the Bonds NC organizer. The $6.7 million in Israeli bonds that had been there in June were no longer in the portfolio. | Rosenber…
(2026-02-15). President Ramaphosa delivers assessment on African security challenges. sanews.gov.za President Ramaphosa delivers assessment on African security challenges | President Cyril Ramaphosa has warned that worsening conflicts, unconstitutional changes of government and humanitarian crises threaten to reverse Africa's democratic and developmental gains. | The President delivered remarks on the report of the African Union's Peace and Security Council at the 39th Ordinary Session of the African Union (AU) Assembly of Heads of States and Government held in Addis Ababa on Saturday. | "South Africa appreciates the report on the state of peace and security on our continent, and remains concerned about worseni…
(2026-02-15). Pakistan vs India T20 World Cup 2026: Will rain hit Colombo? tribune.com.pk 
All eyes turn to Colombo this weekend as arch-rivals India and Pakistan meet in a pivotal Group A fixture at the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 | The match, scheduled at the R. Premadasa Stadium, carries significant implications for Super 8 qualification, with both sides unbeaten heading into Sunday's contest. | You don't want to miss these ones üòÆüí® | Don't miss any of the action. Broadcast details here üì∫ t.co/NPykWM7qqY pic.twitter.com/3ONzRm9TCw | — ICC (@ICC) February 15, 2026 | While anticipation surrounds the o…
(2026-02-15). SUPARCO launches 'Pak-SBAS' navigation system at Cholistan Rally. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan successfully launched a new navigation device, 'Pak-SBAS', during the Cholistan Rally 2026, based on an advanced navigation device based on the Satellite-Based Augmentation System (SBAS), marking what it described as a milestone in navigation technology, according to a press release issued on Sunday. | In the press release, SUPARCO said, "The 'Pak-SBAS', based on the concept of Satellite-Based Augmentation System (SBAS), achieves a new milestone in navigation technology on the occasion of Cholistan Rally 2026." | The statement said that the advanced device was tested in the challenging desert conditio…
(2026-02-15). Barack Obama blasts 'clown show' after Trump's racist monkey video. scmp.com Former US president Barack Obama criticised a lack of shame and decorum in the country's political discourse, responding on Saturday for the first time to a post on Donald Trump's social media account that depicted him and his wife Michelle as monkeys. | The video shared on Trump's Truth Social account on February 5 sparked censure across the US political spectrum, with the White House initially rejecting "fake outrage" only to then blame…
(2026-02-15). Assala and Ebru Gàºnde≈ü dazzle Riyadh stage, Gàºnde≈ü Commands huge fee. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – Assala and Ebru Gàºnde≈ü mesmerize audience with unforgettable Riyadh concert performance.Assala and Ebru Gàºnde≈ü wowed the crowd with a performance that will be remembered by art fans and future generations for a long time after the sixth season of Riyadh Season's musical concerts ended. His Excellency Turki Al-Sheikh, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the General Entertainment Authority, supported and oversaw the show. Rotana Music Group planned and oversaw the event.Assala's career reached a significant turning point with the show at the Mohammed Abdo Arena[mdash…
(2026-02-15). Saturday 2/14: No Love for ICE! No Love for Flock! indybay.org Fairyland sign, Oakland…
(2026-02-15). Astronomers puzzle over planetary system. tribune.com.pk 
Astronomers have observed a planetary system that challenges current planet formation theories, with a rocky planet that formed beyond the orbits of its gaseous neighbours, possibly after much of the planet-forming material had been used up. | The system, observed using the European Space Agency's Cheops space telescope, consists of four planets — two rocky and two gaseous — orbiting a relatively small and dim star called a red dwarf about 117 light-years from Earth in the direction of the Lynx constellation. | A light-year is the distance light travels in a year, 9.5 trillion kilometres. | The sta…
(2026-02-15). Thursday 2/19: CNA UCSF Panassus Day of Action Against ICE. indybay.org UCSF Parnassus Campus…
(2026-02-15). Fact Sheet: Narendra Modi and His Hindutva Politics. ummid.com Prime Minister Modi and his Hindutva politics have failed both domestically and on the international stage due to a lack of vision.
(2026-02-15). AFC Cup: With Ronaldo rested, Al-Nassr defeats FK Arkadag 1-0. ummid.com Saudi Pro League giant Al-Nassr FC Wednesday February 11, 2026 defeated FK Arkadag in the AFC Champions League Two knockout stage (ACL Two Round of 16).
(2026-02-15). Ramadan 2026 Moon sighting in Saudi Arabia Tuesday. ummid.com The Saudi Royal Court has asked local citizens to spot and report if any the New Moon of Ramadan 2026 (Ramadan 1447) — The Holy Month of Fasting, on Tuesday 29th of Shaban 1447 AH corresponding to February 17, 2026.
(2026-02-15). We Told You So: EPA Was Wrong About CO2 From the Start. wattsupwiththat.com The EPA's repeal of the endangerment finding is a step back toward honesty. It acknowledges that CO2 is not the villain it was made out to be.
(2026-02-15). Newly Developed Plastic Set To Replace Microplastics. ummid.com A Japanese research team has developed a breakthrough plastic that fully dissolves in seawater within hours — pointing toward cleaner and safer packaging.
(2026-02-15). Taiwan FM says China 'real threat' after Munich remarks. tribune.com.pk 
China is the real threat to security and is hypocritically claiming to uphold UN principles of peace, Taiwan Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung said on Sunday in a rebuff to comments by China's top diplomat at the Munich Security Conference. | China views democratically governed Taiwan as its own territory, a view the government in Taipei rejects, saying only Taiwan's people can decide their future. | Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, addressing the annual security conference on Saturday, warned that some countries were "trying to split Taiwan from China", blamed Japan for tensions over the island and underscored…
(2026-02-15). JEE Main Session 1 Result 2026 Date Confirmed. ummid.com JEE Main 2026 Session 1: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has officially confirmed the new result date of JEE Main 2026 Session 1.
(2026-02-15). Kane brace helps Bayern widen gap atop Bundesliga. tribune.com.pk 
Harry Kane scored twice in the first half as Bayern Munich cruised to a 3-0 win at Werder Bremen on Saturday, restoring their six-point lead atop the Bundesliga table. | Borussia Dortmund's 4-0 victory over Mainz on Friday drew them within three points of the league leaders but Bayern sent a clear response. | They were in control from start to finish in Bremen, with Leon Goretzka joining the England captain on the scoresheet in the 70th minute. | Kane has 26 goals in 22 Bundesliga games this season and 41 in all competitions, 13 of those from the penalty spot. | Kane's second strike brought up 500 goals in his…
(2026-02-15). 1,104 recruits pass out from FC Balochistan training centre. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-02-15). Netanyahu unethical, Sara kleptomaniac: Israeli PM's Ex-Security Chief. ummid.com Benjamin Netanyahu has never been ethical whereas Sara Netanyahu is kleptomaniac, Israeli Prime Minister's Former Security Chief Ami Dror has claimed.
(2026-02-15). 11 killed as passenger coach, trailer collide on highway in Khairpur. tribune.com.pk 
At least 11 people were killed and more than 10 injured when a passenger coach collided with a trailer on the national highway near Tando Masti in Sindh's Khairpur district on Sunday, officials said. | According to a spokesperson for the Motorway Police, the accident reportedly occurred due to negligence and reckless driving by the coach driver. Upon receiving information, Motorway Police personnel reached the site and launched a rescue operation. | The injured and the bodies of the deceased were shifted to nearby hospitals with the help of rescue services. Senior police officers were present at the scene to s…
(2026-02-15). Still no handshake between Pakistan, India before T20 World Cup clash. tribune.com.pk 
India captain Suryakumar Yadav and his Pakistan opposite number Salman Agha did not shake hands at the coin toss for their T20 World Cup showdown in Colombo on Sunday. | Agha won the toss and elected to bowl in the Group A match, which was only confirmed as going ahead six days ago when the Pakistan government made a U-turn on a threat to boycott the match. | Suryakumar also did not shake hands with Agha in any of their three matches at the Asia Cup in Dubai last year, including the final. | The biggest and most lucrative clash in world cricket was in doubt after Bangladesh refused to play their T20 World Cup…
(2026-02-15). Monday 2/16: No Monday: Weekly Protest at Tesla in San Francisco. indybay.org At the Tesla Dealership, 999 Van Ness (corner of Van Ness and O'Farrell), San Francisco…
(2026-02-15). Starmer Is Learning The Lessons Of Politics The Hard Way OpEd. eurasiareview.com By Yossi Mekelberg | Few could have foreseen that merely 17 months after Keir Starmer led the Labour Party to victory in the UK general election, winning a 174-seat majority in Parliament, that he would find himself fighting for his job. | While the British prime minister must take much of the blame for being in this situation — and in his defense, he does admit responsibility — the underlying difficulties of UK politics and society go far beyond one leader's shortcomings. The country has had six prime ministers in the past decade, which is hardly a sign of a functioning political system. Part of t…
(2026-02-15). Rain, thunder expected in Karachi on February 17: PMD. tribune.com.pk 
Karachi may experience rain accompanied by thunder and lightning on February 17, as a new western wave is set to reach western parts of the country on February 16, the Pakistan Meteorological Department said on Sunday. | According to the Met Office, in the Karachi division, including Dadu, Hyderabad, Thatta, Badin, Jamshoro, Larkana, Jacobabad, and Khairpur, rain with thunder and lightning is expected during the evening and night of February 16 and 17. | Read: Stronger-than-usual winds bring chill back to Karachi | Alongside the rain, winds stronger than usual, carrying dust, may also occur. Visibility in the…
(2026-02-15). Opposition sit-in enters third day over Imran Khan's medical care. tribune.com.pk 
Opposition lawmakers' sit-in outside Parliament House and K-P House entered its third day on Sunday, as protesters demanded that jailed PTI founder Imran Khan be provided urgent medical treatment for his eye condition. The demonstration began on Friday and has continued despite government assurances. | Lawmakers, led by National Assembly Opposition Leader Mahmood Khan Achakzai and Senate Opposition Leader Allama Nasir Abbas, vowed the sit-in would not end until Khan was shifted for specialist care. Protesters have cited reports that his right-eye vision has deteriorated significantly and demanded treatment in…
(2026-02-15). Banton at home in first World Cup. tribune.com.pk 
Tom Banton, who carried England to victory in the T20 World Cup against Scotland on Saturday in Kolkata, finally came of age as an international batsman after a stop-start career. | His place had been under threat from Ben Duckett after he scored only two against both Nepal and the West Indies in his first World Cup. | But coach Brendon "Baz" McCullum and captain Harry Brook stuck with Banton, usually an opener, after encouraging him to become an innings "finisher" by dropping down two places. | They were rewarded in a tense clash with his match-winning 63 not out at Eden Gardens, Banton's most accomplished kn…
(2026-02-15). How a Planned Disney World Vacation Turned Into Four Months in Immigration Detention. scheerpost.com This week, ProPublica published a story I wrote based in part on interviews with parents and children being held at the nation's only operating detention center for immigrant families in Dilley, Texas. I had asked some of the parents to see if their children would be willing to write to me about their experiences inside. …
(2026-02-15). U.S. Backs Deeper Defense Cooperation With Armenia. eurasiareview.com Armenia's Ministry of Defense said that on February 13, Defense Minister Suren Papikyan received David Allen, Chargé d'Affaires of the U.S. Embassy in Armenia. The minister congratulated him on assuming office and wished him success in his mission. | During the meeting, the sides discussed issues related to Armenia—U.S. cooperation in the defense sector. David Allen expressed the United States' readiness to further develop defense cooperation with Armenia, as well as its support for Armenia's defense reform process. | Suren Papikyan underlined the importance of Armenia—U.S. cooperation at a time wh…
(2026-02-15). NewsX World (India) yesterday afternoon interview : Mark Rutte Reports Russia's Oil Revenue Collapses While Troop Losses Mount. gilbertdoctorow.com Yes, indeed, NATO Secretary General speaking in the context of the ongoing Munich Security Conference has gleefully declared that Russia is experiencing "crazy losses" of 65,000 soldiers killed or wounded in the past two months and that the Russian economy is reeling from a one-third loss of oil export revenues. These words are meant to …
(2026-02-15). Climate And Energy Experts Praise Trump's Endangerment Finding Repeal. eurasiareview.com By Tate Miller | ( American Energy Institute CEO Jason Isaac told The Center Square that repealing the Endangerment Finding "for mobile sources is a necessary first step toward correcting course, restoring the Clean A…
(2026-02-15). Germany's Nuclear Red Line Must Hold OpEd. eurasiareview.com Europe's security debate has entered dangerous territory. Russia's war in Ukraine grinds into a fourth year, pounding cities and power grids. NATO's eastern flank braces for the next strike. President Donald Trump warns allies to "pay up or fend for yourselves." And in Berlin, Chancellor Friedrich Merz has begun to flirt with an idea once unthinkable: revisiting Germany's post1945 renunciation of nuclear weapons. | This must stop here. A German nuclear weapon is not a policy option. It is a red line—legal, historical, and civilizational—that Europe cannot afford to cross. | This is not about mistru…
(2026-02-15). Mkhondo municipality fuel tender faces scrutiny. sanews.gov.za Mkhondo municipality fuel tender faces scrutiny | The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) will investigate allegations of maladministration and irregular expenditure in relation to a fuel supply tender at the Mkhondo Local Municipality in Mpumalanga. | The corruption busting unit is authorised to probe the allegations under Proclamation 309 of 2026 signed by President Cyril Ramaphosa. | "Proclamation 309 of 2026 empowers the SIU to probe serious allegations relating to procurement and tender processes of fuel supply, where payments may have been made in a manner that was not fair, competitive, transparent, equitable…
(2026-02-15). Hard Road Ahead For Post-Election India-Bangladesh Relations Analysis. eurasiareview.com Outstanding issues and attitudinal obstacles stand in the way of a true rapprochement | The parliamentary elections in Bangladesh held on February 12, have marked a significant shift, with the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), led by Tarique Rahman, securing a landslide victory. Official and reported results indicate the BNP and its allies won around 212 seats out of roughly 299-300 directly elected seats, giving it a commanding majority or two-thirds control in the Jatiya Sangsad. | The Islamist Jamaat-e-Islami and its allies performed strongly emerging as the main opposition, securing approximately 68-77…
(2026-02-15). Naqvi meets Pakistan players ahead of high-stakes World Cup clash with India. tribune.com.pk 
The Pakistan Cricket Board chairman, Mohsin Naqvi, met national team players and management on Sunday ahead of the high-stakes T20 World Cup match against India in Colombo. | The match — the most profitable spectacle in world cricket — has sold out Colombo's 35,000-capacity R. Premadasa Stadium, with hundreds of millions more expected to watch on television worldwide. It almost did not happen. | Pakistan had earlier announced it would boycott the fixture, protesting the removal of Bangladesh from the sporting event. Late Monday night, however, the government directed the team to take the field on Feb…
(2026-02-15). Rubio Offers Reconciliation With Europe, On US Terms. eurasiareview.com By Kjeld Neubert | ( Rubio sought to strike a conciliatory tone, reassuring Washington's traditional allies that the US and Europe are inextricabl…
(2026-02-15). Dozens killed in fresh Nigeria attacks. tribune.com.pk 
Motorcycle-riding gunmen swept into three villages in a central region of Nigeria, shooting dead or cutting the throats of at least 46 people, a humanitarian source told AFP on Saturday. | The violence again threw the spotlight on Nigeria's efforts to contain security threats ⚪ efforts that have been strongly criticised by US president Donald Trump. | A security report seen by AFP said the attackers had used "41 motorcycles, each carrying two or three men". | The three villages targeted by the gunmen are part of the Borgu local government area in Niger State, on the border with Kwara State, where jihadists ki…
(2026-02-15). UK drug dealer jailed for rigging house with 'Home Alone' traps. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – A UK drug dealer identified as 60-year-old Ian Claughton recently made headlines after he was jailed for rigging his house with 'Home Alone' booby traps to prevent the entrance of possible intruders.According to The Guardian, aside from rigging his house with booby traps, the 60-year-old was also jailed for seven years over several drugs and firearms offences in November. Claughton stood trial at Doncaster Crown Court, where he was found guilty alongside his ex-wife, Lesley Claughton, who was sentenced to 21 months.The couple were accused of trading cannabis, growing and supplying the drug across three…
(2026-02-15). Obama deplores lack of shame after Trump's racist monkey clip. tribune.com.pk 
Former US president Barack Obama criticised a lack of shame and decorum in the country's political discourse, responding Saturday for the first time to a post on Donald Trump's social media account that depicted him and first lady Michelle as monkeys. | In a wide-ranging podcast interview with left-wing political commentator Brian Tyler Cohen released Saturday, Obama also compared the actions of agents enforcing the president's immigration crackdown in Minnesota to dictatorships. | The video, shared on Trump's Truth Social account on February 5, sparked censure across the US political spectrum, with the White…
(2026-02-15). US Officials: Pentagon Preparing for Potential Aggression on Iran. orinocotribune.com The United States military is preparing for the possibility of sustained, weeks-long aggression against Iran if US President Donald Trump orders it, two US officials told Reuters, signaling the potential for a far more serious attack on Iran. | The officials, speaking on condition of anonymity due to the sensitivity of the planning, said preparations go beyond limited, one-off strikes and could evolve into a prolonged campaign depending on developments. The disclosure comes amid renewed diplomatic efforts between Washington and Tehran over Iran's nuclear program. | Diplomacy underway but US military buildup expan…
(2026-02-15). Syria's Ahmed Al-Sharaa Survived 5 Assassination Attempts In One Year. eurasiareview.com By Sally Shakkour | ( Syria's Minister of Interior Anas Khattab and Minister of Foreign Affairs Asaad al-Shaibani have also survived multiple assassination attempts during the past year, the UN mentioned. | The report noted that Syrian Interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa was the main target of five assassination plots foiled last year, along with Interior Minister Anas Hassa…
(2026-02-15). 6 Reasons Why The Doomsday Clock Is At 80-Year Low. ummid.com The famous Doomsday Clock was created in 1947, and reset every year by the Bulletin's Science and Security Board in consultation with the Board of Sponsors, including eight Nobel laureates.
(2026-02-15). Liverpool beat Brighton, Man City oust Beckham's Salford from FA Cup. tribune.com.pk 
Mohamed Salah struck as Liverpool cruised into the FA Cup fifth round with a 3-0 win over Brighton on Saturday, while Marc Guehi scored his first goal for Manchester City in a 2-0 victory over fourth-tier Salford. | Brighton had beaten Manchester United in round three, but the Seagulls have been in miserable form since and were easily beaten by an improving Liverpool at Anfield. | Curtis Jones was forced to start in an unusual role at right-back due to a number of defensive injuries for the English champions and burst into the box to open the scoring from Milos Kerkez's cross. | Salah has been a shadow of his…
(2026-02-15). Assala and Ebru Gàºnde≈ü dazzle Riyadh stage, Gàºnde≈ü Commands huge fee. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Assala and Ebru Gàºnde≈ü mesmerize audience with unforgettable Riyadh concert performance.Assala and Ebru Gàºnde≈ü wowed the crowd with a performance that will be remembered by art fans and future generations for a long time after the sixth season of Riyadh Season's musical concerts ended. His Excellency Turki Al-Sheikh, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the General Entertainment Authority, supported and oversaw the show. Rotana Music Group planned and oversaw the event.Assala's career reached a significant turning point with the show at the Mohammed Abdo Arena[mdash…
(2026-02-15). Glass injuries on Goa beaches demand practical, incentivised remedy: DRS. ummid.com Recurring injuries from broken glass on Goa's beaches have begun to draw attention to how waste is managed after consumption.
(2026-02-15). Hamza Roman, Abubakar Talha claim ITF J60 Nairobi doubles crown. tribune.com.pk 
Hamza Roman and Abubakar Talha won the doubles title at the ITF J60 Nairobi on Saturday, overcoming top-seeded Gyeom Do and Zayyan Virani in a dramatic three-set final, 4-6, 6-3, 11-9. | The victory concluded a successful three-week ITF tour in Nairobi for the Pakistani contingent, which also included teammates Ahtesham Humayun and Zohaib Afzal Malik, guided by coach Mahboob Khan. During the tour, Hamza Roman had previously finished as singles runner-up in the first week and reached the singles semifinals in the second week, alongside a doubles semifinal appearance with Humayun. | Aisam-ul-Haq Qureshi, Preside…
(2026-02-15). Ahead Of AI Summit, UN Chief Guterres Calls India 'Very Successful' Emerging Economy, Calls Out 'Total Hegemony'. menafn.com (MENAFN – Live Mint) UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, who will attend the AI Impact Summit in India from February 16 to 20, called India a "very successful" emerging economy with a bigger …
(2026-02-15). From Good Neighbor To Bad Cop OpEd. eurasiareview.com Donald Trump's new national security strategy placed greater emphasis on the homeland (unneeded and even ominous for the health of the U.S. republic) and the Western Hemisphere (potentially beneficial) at the expense of Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. Since World War II—starting with the 40-plus-year, worldwide, grandiose Cold War instituted by Harry Truman and the subsequent war on terrorism—the U.S. superpower has worried more about threats to Europe, East Asia, and the Middle East than the countries in those regions. The tragic result was unneeded wars in Korea, Vietnam, Afghanistan, and two…
(2026-02-15). US officials boast their illegal sanctions 'collapsed' Iran's economy, causing high inflation and protests. scheerpost.com By Ben Norton for Geopolitical Economy Report Donald Trump has openly called for "regime change" in Iran. He has surrounded the country with what he calls a "massive armada", and has suggested that he wants to kill Iran's supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. While Trump threatens to bomb Iran again, after attacking it in 2025, the US government has …
(2026-02-15). How recent graduates entering the job market can outperform AI. scmp.com Artificial intelligence (AI) is eroding the very capabilities young professionals need to remain valuable in a machine-automated era. That is the real challenge facing graduates entering the workforce. It is not simply a case of AI destroying jobs — though it is — but that it is undermining our cognitive and interpersonal skills. | The numbers are starting to confirm what we suspected. Hong Kong graduates in 2025 found 55 per cent fewer job opportunities than the year before. Over 12 per cent of…
(2026-02-15). Mission High UESF Educators Celebrate Strike Victory With Students, Parents & Supporters. indybay.org Teachers, students and parents celebrated the end of the strike at Mission High in San Francisco and talked about their victory.
(2026-02-15). WHO flags issues with US vaccine trial. tribune.com.pk 
The World Health Organization on Friday voiced serious concerns over a planned US-funded hepatitis B vaccine trial on newborn babies in junta-run Guinea-Bissau, questioning it on scientific and ethical grounds. | The WHO insisted in a statement that the existing hepatitis B birth dose vaccine was an "effective and essential" public health intervention, with a proven record. | The agency's latest statement comes two months after an advisory pan-el — appointed by US health chief Robert F Kennedy Jr — voted to stop recommending that all newborns in the United States receive a hepatitis B vaccine. Kenn…
(2026-02-15). Pak climber Mir Abu Zar Faiz sets national speed record. tribune.com.pk 
The Alpine Club of Pakistan (National Mountaineering & Sport Climbing Federation) held a highly competitive Speed Climbing Time Evaluation today at the Pakistan Sports Complex, Islamabad, bringing together the country's top climbers in a showcase of speed, skill and athleticism. | In a remarkable display, Mir Abu Zar Faiz recorded an all-time fastest national speed climbing time of 5.73 seconds, setting a new benchmark for Pakistan and reaffirming his status as the nation's leading speed climber. | The competition was closely contested among other top athletes. Huzaifa Imran finished second with a time of 6.50…
(2026-02-15). Cuban Bishops Postpone Vatican Visit Amid Worsening National Crisis. eurasiareview.com By Eduardo Berdejo | The Catholic bishops of Cuba announced Thursday that they have asked Pope Leo XIV to postpone their upcoming visit to Rome due to the country's grave situation, which is generating "so much instability and uncertainty." | The bishops had been scheduled to meet Pope Leo XIV on Feb. 20 as part of their periodic "ad limina" visit, which was set to begin Monday, Feb. 16. During such visits, bishops also customarily pray at the four major papal basilicas and meet with various Vatican dicasteries. | However, in a statement on Feb. 12, the bishops' conference said that "given the worsening socioe…
(2026-02-15). Ad Darain Education Centre Conducts 3-Day Teacher Traning Workshop. ummid.com Kolkata-based Ad Darain Education Centre successfully completed a three-day teacher traning workshop on Sunday February 8, 2026.
(2026-02-15). My eye on the tiger — for 7 hours. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-02-15). Effects Of Export Diversification Under US Tariffs Analysis. eurasiareview.com By Zhou Chao | The year 2025 marks a significant turning point in the structure of U.S. foreign trade, with one of the main driving forces being a new round of export policies centered on tariff adjustments and trade agreements. These include the implementation of a unified 10% baseline tariff and "reciprocal tariffs" applied to specific countries, signaling a shift in U.S. trade policy from a long-standing framework favoring liberalization to a strategic combination that uses institutionalized tariff tools as levers for trade competition and negotiation. | This policy change is driven by the combined impact o…
(2026-02-15). Brazil: Return On Investment In Carnival Exceeds That Of Industrial Sector. eurasiareview.com By Lucas Pordeus Leon | The economic return for every real invested in culture and the arts – including Carnival – is higher than that of some traditional industrial sectors, such as the automotive industry. In an interview with Agência Brasil during her visit to Brazil to study the creative economy surrounding the festivities, Italian-American economist Mariana Mazzucato highlighted the power of the country's biggest festival. | "Public investment in the arts and culture contributes far more to the economy than much of the traditional manufacturing industry," said Mazzucato. | "However, governments continue t…
(2026-02-15). Obama Allies Melt Down After Trump Trashes Landmark Climate Reg. wattsupwiththat.com The Trump EPA estimated that repealing the finding would save American taxpayers over $1 trillion dollars. Several energy policy experts and agency insiders previously told the Daily Caller News Foundation the finding was politicized, relied on "cherry-picked data" and that its elimination will benefit consumer choice.
(2026-02-15). Rubio to visit eastern Europe, bolster ties with pro-Trump leaders. tribune.com.pk 
United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio is set to begin a two-day trip on Sunday, to bolster ties with Slovakia and Hungary, whose conservative leaders, often at odds with other European Union countries, have warm ties with President Donald Trump. | Rubio will use the trip to discuss energy cooperation and bilateral issues, including NATO commitments, the State Department said in an announcement last week. | "These are countries that are very strong with us, very cooperative with the United States, work very closely with us, and it's a good opportunity to go see them and two countries I've never been in,"
(2026-02-15). Opposition plans no-confidence motion against Speaker Om Birla. ummid.com The Congress, Samajwadi Party (SP) and other opposition parties are considering moving a no-confidence motion against Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla.
(2026-02-15). Minimum income requirements exclude poor people from affordable housing. indybay.org Many People Are Homeless and Unhoused In The Bay Area Because "Minimum Income Requirements" In Many So-Called Affordable Housing Projects, Exclude Poor People From Their Projects.
(2026-02-15). PM Shehbaz departs for two-day visit to Austria for talks with chancellor. tribune.com.pk 
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has departed for a two-day official visit to Vienna, Austria, from February 15-16 at the invitation of Austrian Federal Chancellor Christian Stocker, the Foreign Office said in a post on X on Sunday. | üîäPR No.4Ô∏è‚É£1Ô∏è‚É£/2Ô∏è‚É£0Ô∏è‚É£2Ô∏è‚É£6Ô∏è‚É£ | Curtain Raiser: Prime Minister of Pakistan's Official Visit to Vienna, Republic of A…
(2026-02-15). Ritu Tawde takes over as Mumbai Mayor. ummid.com BJP Corporator, Ritu Tawde, has sworn in as the New Mayor of Mumbai Wednesday February 11, 2026.
(2026-02-15). With Western Alaska Salmon Runs Weak, Managers Set Limits On The Pollock Fleet's Chum Bycatch. eurasiareview.com By Yereth Rosen | ( The North Pacific Fishery Management Council on Wednesday voted in favor of
(2026-02-15). Imran Khan's prison medical record sent to Punjab Home Dept. tribune.com.pk 
Authorities at Adiala Jail have forwarded the prison medical record of the founder of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), Imran Khan, to the Punjab Home Department. | The documentation includes a complete chart of the inmate's vital signs, blood pressure, pulse, temperature and blood sugar levels. | A report detailing his eye condition has also been sent, along with consultation reports and details of the medical staff involved in his care. | The record specifies when and by which doctors he was examined. | On-duty doctors conduct medical examinations and record vital signs three times daily. The daily medical ass…
(2026-02-15). NEET UG 2026 registration starts, Read this before you apply. ummid.com The National Testing Agency began the online registration of candidates who wish to appear in NEET UG 2026 from today.
(2026-02-15). Lindsey Vonn's Swift Recovery: A Hopeful Return After Crash. devdiscourse.com U.S. skier Lindsey Vonn's health seems to be improving as she could be released from an Italian hospital as early as Sunday. Sources close to the situation reported that Vonn, who was admitted a week ago following a shocking downhill crash, is on the mend.
(2026-02-15). California Grants Endangered Species Protections to Imperiled Mountain Lions. indybay.org SACRAMENTO, Calif., February 12, 2026 — The California Fish and Game Commission granted permanent protections today to Southern California and Central Coast mountain lions under the state Endangered Species Act.
(2026-02-15). The Taiwan Of The Caucasus: Armenia's Strategic Transformation Analysis. eurasiareview.com Despite a long history defined by regional occupation policies, Armenia has entered a pivotal transition period under the leadership of Nikol Pashinyan. For decades, previous expansionist strategies resulted in diplomatic isolation and severed ties with regional neighbors, severely limiting international cooperation. However, the domestic and foreign policy shifts initiated following the 2020 conflict have ushered in a new era of potential prosperity. This trajectory suggests that Armenia could emulate the rapid developmental success stories of states like Taiwan and Singapore. | Establishing the "Silicon…
(2026-02-15). Government Intensifies Scrutiny on NSOPs After Fatal LearJet Crash. devdiscourse.com The government is conducting a comprehensive examination of flight operations by non-scheduled operators after a tragic LearJet crash that claimed the life of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar and four others. Civil Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu announced the study in response to increased calls for regulatory scrutiny.
(2026-02-15). Who is àÅngela Vergara? Colombian congresswoman cheered ICE raids, cries after her son is taken. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – àÅngela Vergara, a Colombian congresswoman, appeared in a video crying after federal officers took her son.In the clip shared on Feb. 13, Vergara was seen with tears along her cheeks while announcing that her son was taken by ICE members in the United States.The American Congresswoman denounced last Friday that her son, Rafael Alfonso Vergara, has been detained for 18 days by the Immigration and Customs Enforcement Service (ICE) in "inhumane conditions"."A young man who doesn't even have a traffic violation, but who, like many Colombians, is living a nightmare, unable to return to his country, an…
(2026-02-15). Saturday 2/14: SF Day Pillow Fight 2026! indybay.org Across the Street from the Ferry Building! At the end of Embarcadero. Look for the pillows : )…
(2026-02-15). A Medic, Surrounded by Agents: What the Alex Pretti Case Reveals About Political Policing. scheerpost.com What happened to Alex Pretti should stop anyone who still believes the line between "public safety" and political policing is bright and uncrossable. As The Intercept reports, a volunteer EMT offering first aid at a protest found herself surrounded by federal agents, interrogated, and treated as a threat not because of anything she did, but …
(2026-02-15). Guterres Tells AU Summit: 'This Is 2026 — Not 1946' In Push For Reform. eurasiareview.com By Vibhu Mishra | Calling for sweeping reforms of global institutions, UN Secretary-General António Guterres told African leaders on Saturday that the absence of permanent African seats on the Security Council is "indefensible," declaring: "This is 2026 — not 1946." | In a world marked by division and mistrust, he said, the African Union (AU) stands as a "flagship for multilateralism," as he addressed the 39th African Union Summit in Addis Ababa. | Mr. Guterres praised Africa's global leadership in "the struggle for justice and equality," noting that the UN-AU partnership is stronger than ever, built on…
(2026-02-15). Imminent War on Iran: The Supreme Crime. indybay.org The power to refuse support for a criminal war of aggression belongs to the people. It is our duty and moral obligation.
(2026-02-15). In a First, Bengaluru Organises Ramadan Book Fair. ummid.com The first edition of the Ramadan Book Fair was held on 7th and 8th February at Beary's Amity, Bengaluru.
(2026-02-15). Mohammad Deepak: A Glare Of Hope In A Charged Situation. ummid.com One hopes and wishes we see more of people like Harsh Manders and 'Mohammad Deepak' who represent the true idea of India.
(2026-02-15). Rohit Pawar smells conspiracy in Ajit Pawar plane crash. ummid.com Rohit Pawar, MLA and NCP (Sharad Pawar) leader, said Ajit Pawar's plane crash on January 28, 2026 was not an accident and could be a conspiracy.
(2026-02-15). Foreign minister pays tribute to martyr of Cuban diplomacy. radiohc.cu Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez has paid tribute to Leandro Sandrino, who died in combat in Angola 50 years ago today and is considered a martyr of Cuban diplomacy. | "We remember Leandro Sandrino Izquierdo on the 50th anniversary of his death in combat while on an internationalist mission in Angola," the Cuban foreign minister stated. | "Revolutionary Diplomacy will continue to be faithful to the legacy of patriotism, solidarity, and internationalism of the martyrs of the Cuban Ministry of Foreign Affairs (@CubaMINREX)," Bruno Rodríguez added. | Leandro Sandrino Izquierdo fell on the battlefield on Februa…
(2026-02-15). The Economic Case For The US-Israel Partnership Analysis. eurasiareview.com By Zineb Riboua | Discussions of the United States—Israel relationship tend to focus on security assistance, as though the partnership were primarily an exercise in strategic patronage. However, this framing overlooks that Israel is a significant economic and innovation power whose deep integration into the American industrial, technological, and capital ecosystems bolsters the US economy. Further, Israel's capacity for innovation is indispensable to building and maintaining America's military and economic advantages. | After October 7, 2023, credit agencies, foreign investors, and geopolitical commentat…
(2026-02-15). Bangladesh: BNP registers landslide victory in National Elections. ummid.com The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), projected to win over 200 of the total 300 seats in Jatiya Sangsad, has already won more than 151 seats in the Bangladesh National Elections where counting of votes are in the final stage.
(2026-02-15). From Swat's fairways to the world stage: The rise of Saad Habib Malik. tribune.com.pk 
In Pakistan, sport begins with cricket. It fills neighbourhood streets, school grounds, television screens and dinner table conversations. For most children, the path feels almost predetermined. A bat, a taped tennis ball, a makeshift wicket. Football follows closely behind. Other sports exist, but rarely as first choices. | Golf sits further away. It is not the sport that attracts children in large numbers. It does not offer instant recognition, nor does it carry the weight of national heroes the way cricket does. Many of Pakistan's accomplished golfers have emerged from caddie backgrounds, learning the game…
(2026-02-15). Saturday 2/14: Virtual screening of the documentary film "A Plan for Palestine: Return to a Single State" indybay.org Zoom | us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Tm_k……
(2026-02-15). Adven Biotech: Pioneering Global Standards in Homeopathy with NABL Certification. devdiscourse.com Adven Biotech has achieved a significant milestone by becoming the first homeopathy brand in India to receive accreditation from the National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories (NABL). This recognition positions the company at the forefront of India's push to enhance the credibility and quality of the Ayush healthcare sector on a global scale.
(2026-02-15). Friday 3/6: International Day: Stop Fascist Misogyny! Resistance & Action Weekend. indybay.org SF Bay Area, California, and throughout the U.S. and world…
(2026-02-15). Wrong, The Week, Climate Change Didn't Shrink U.S. Paychecks. wattsupwiththat.com By presenting modeled counterfactuals as if they were observed declines in pay, The Week misleads readers about both climate impacts and economic reality. Actual wage data show Americans earning more, not less, as temperatures have risen modestly. When measured outcomes directly contradict a model's conclusion, the problem lies with the model, and with the flawed reporting, not with reality. Either The Week is incompetent at doing research and factual reporting or purposely ignoring reality to spread a false climate narrative.
(2026-02-15). Tamil Nadu Leads the Way: Embedding Industry Expertise in Higher Education. devdiscourse.com Tamil Nadu is taking a significant step forward in the education sector by integrating industry expertise into its Higher Education Institutions (HEIs). Leading this initiative, Tamil Nadu is followed by Maharashtra and Gujarat in hiring industry experts as professors of practice (PoPs), according to University Grants Commission (UGC) data.
(2026-02-15). India accused of using legal process as punishment. tribune.com.pk 
An international intervention has pulled Kashmiri journalist Irfan Mehraj's long, uncertain wait for justice into the global spotlight, with a New York-based advocacy group warning that his continued detention is not an aberration but part of a pattern — one in which Indian authorities jail first and dispense justice, if it comes at all, much later. | "Mehraj's case exemplifies India's practice of 'trial by jail,'" said Hannah Van Dijcke, legal and research officer at the Human Rights Foundation, adding that dissidents are subjected to indefinite pre-trial detention, where the legal process itself become…
(2026-02-15). Bangladesh first: Dhaka's message to Islamabad and Delhi. geo.tv 
People wave flags during celebrations marking the one-year anniversary of student-led protests that led to the ousting of Bangladeshi then-Prime-Minister Sheikh Hasina, at Manik Mia Avenue, outside the parliament building, in Dhaka, Bangladesh, August 5, 2025. — ReutersWhile…
(2026-02-15). Cristiano Ronaldo's Strike at Al-Nassr: Real Story is Much Larger. ummid.com While the headlines are focused on Cristiano Ronaldo's recent strike at Al-Nassr, the real story is much larger.
(2026-02-15). Why Wargaming Matters In An Age Of Hybrid Conflict And Artificial Intelligence Analysis. eurasiareview.com States define and pursue their national interests. Inevitably, these interests collide with those of competing states, generating economic, political, and social tensions that can escalate into direct or indirect military confrontation through alliances and proxy arrangements. | Strategic management of national interests therefore requires a framework capable of producing sound courses of action under uncertainty. At the core of such a framework lies wargaming. It should not be confined to military simulation alone. | War is a multidimensional phenomenon that affects political systems, economic stability, soci…
(2026-02-15). India plans AI 'data city' on staggering scale. tribune.com.pk 
As India races to narrow the artificial intelligence gap with the United States and China, it is planning a vast new "data city" to power digital growth on a staggering scale, the man spearheading the project says. | "The AI revolution is here, no second thoughts about it," said Nara Lokesh, information technology minister for Andhra Pradesh state, which is positioning the city of Visakhapatnam as a cornerstone of India's AI push. | "And as a nation… we have taken a stand that we've got to embrace it," he told AFP ahead of an international AI summit next week in New Delhi. | Lokesh boasts the state has secur…
(2026-02-15). Barack Obama says aliens are real during podcast. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Former US President Barack Obama recently went viral on social media after claiming that aliens are real during an interview with YouTuber and podcast host Brian Tyler Cohen, which also discussed other topics such as Trump's AI ape video and the Super Bowl. Cohen asked Obama if aliens are real, to which he replied, "They're real, but I haven't seen them. They're not being kept at Area 51. There's no underground facility… unless there's this enormous conspiracy and they hid it from the President of the United States."The YouTuber then asked Obama, "What was the first question you wanted answered when…
(2026-02-15). INTERNSHIP AT THE BUSINESS, HUMAN RIGHTS AND ENVIRONMENT DESK – 6 MONTHS. fidh.org The International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) is an NGO that brings together nearly 200 civil society organisations around the world. Founded in 1922, it is committed to defending fundamental freedoms and the universality of the rights defined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Independent of any government and recognised for its expertise, FIDH works to strengthen mechanisms for the protection of human rights and defenders through advocacy campaigns, investigations into (…) | – |
(2026-02-15). Wednesday 3/4: Intersections of Climate Change: Fire, Settlements, and Stewardship in the Santa Cruz Mountains. indybay.org Institute of the Arts and Sciences, 100 Panetta Avenue, Santa Cruz…
(2026-02-15). NDC calls on top judge to enforce Imran's medical rights. tribune.com.pk The National Dialogue Committee (NDC) on Saturday urged Chief Justice Yahya Afridi to ensure compliance with the Supreme Court's directives on the medical examination and treatment of incarcerated PTI founder and former premier Imran Khan. | Imran, who has been imprisoned in Adiala Jail for the last two and a half years, has reportedly lost 85 per cent of the vision in his right eye. | The PTI founder's lawyer, Salman Safdar — who was appointed amicus curiae by the top court — was permitted to visit his client in prison earlier this week and said Imran began experiencing blurred and hazy vision thr…
(2026-02-15). Which Party Is More Libertarian: Republicans Or Democrats? OpEd. eurasiareview.com In recent months, a curious narrative has circulated online: that libertarians should reconsider their partisan home and move toward the Democratic Party. The argument has gained traction in response to President Trump's renewed ICE directives. Pete Buttigieg suggested on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert that libertarians concerned about civil liberties should take a fresh look at the Democratic coalition. Smaller but increasingly viral voices—like The timing is striking. Just back in 2024,…
(2026-02-15). A rose by any other name? How one Trinidad Carnival band's intimate gesture has sparked controversy. globalvoices.org 
(2026-02-15). Saturday 2/14: Make Billionaires PAY! indybay.org Join us! Meet on sidewalk at Forest Ave & Monroe Street at 9: 45/ 9: 50 am We will go inside the mall as a group @ 10am. So don't be late.
(2026-02-15). 'No more high-handedness': CM Maryam orders sweeping police reforms. tribune.com.pk 
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz on Sunday ordered comprehensive police reforms, demanding an end to corruption, high-handed behaviour, and the disrespectful treatment of citizens, while directing the Inspector General of Punjab Police, Rao Abdul Kareem, to prepare short, medium, and long-term reform plans with clear timelines. | Addressing senior police officials, including IG Kareem, the chief minister said that starting today, all police officers must address citizens respectfully as "Sir" or "Sahib" and maintain professional conduct in all interactions with the public. | "From today onward, whatever has…
(2026-02-15). When a Deportation Case Falls Apart, Free Speech Is on Trial. scheerpost.com Posted by Joshua Scheer In an era of hypercharged politics and hardened rhetoric around immigration, it is easy for individual cases to blur into abstraction. But every so often, one cuts through the noise — not because of what it proves about national security, but because of what it reveals about the fragility of constitutional …
(2026-02-15). New Zealand catches flak for 'secret' US critical minerals talks. scmp.com New Zealand's government has come under fire for keeping its talks with the United States over critical minerals under wraps, as opposition parties level accusations of secrecy amid mounting concern about environmental damage and foreign influence. | Analysts say Wellington is reluctant to promote any formal agreement with Washington or invite public debate on the issue, even as both governments have confirmed that they are "exploring further opportunities" on critical minerals cooperation.
(2026-02-15). Will Cuba return to U.S. colonial rule? strategic-culture.su By Eric MARGOLIS | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | As the White House threatens war against Cuba, I am reminded of the charming eve…
(2026-02-15). Fasting From What's Eating Our Consecration OpEd. eurasiareview.com I am stuck on why we have made fasting so narrow. We talk about giving up food for a few days, maybe coffee during Lent, and call it spiritual discipline. But what if we are missing the bigger picture? What if fasting was never just about what we put in our mouths but about what we allow to consume our hearts and minds? | Scripture paints a much broader canvas. When Ezra needed God's guidance for a dangerous journey, he called for a fast. When Daniel wanted to strengthen his prayers, he fasted. When Esther faced annihilation, fasting became her battle strategy. These were not people counting calories or cleans…
(2026-02-15). Western media has lost its edge. Fear is the new imposter in the newsroom. strategic-culture.su The BBC World Service started to look dull, out of touch, and not especially relevant. | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | A massive…
(2026-02-15). India Boosts Ties With Oman, Malaysia, Seychelles And Sri Lanka In Major Diplomatic Push Analysis. eurasiareview.com The Indian Ocean rarely witnesses a week as packed as the last one, but the activity did not come out of thin air. India's naval diplomacy, often seen in the past as incremental or understated, suddenly revealed the scale of the foundation laid over years of humanitarian work, port access negotiations, and quiet diplomatic capital-building. What became visible was not a flurry of last-minute activism but the crest of a long strategic wave. At the heart of that wave stood Kuala Lumpur—India's first stop in a series of engagements that pulled together the entire breadth of the Indian Ocean Region (IOR).
(2026-02-15). QAnon is Dead. Long Live QAnon! counterpunch.org
(2026-02-15). 3D scanning and shape analysis help archaeologists connect objects across space and time to recover their lost histories. |
(2026-02-15). Nearly every state in the US has dyslexia laws — but our research shows limited change for struggling readers. |
(2026-02-15). Does Israel Really Think It Can Make Cattle of the Palestinians? counterpunch.org
(2026-02-15). Swarms of AI bots can sway people's beliefs — threatening democracy. |
(2026-02-15). Digital monitoring is growing in South Africa's public service — regulation needs to catch up. |
(2026-02-15). Boofing: why taking illicit drugs rectally is so risky. |
(2026-02-15). Early Mars was warm and wet not icy, suggests latest research. |
(2026-02-15). Counter-drone technologies are evolving — but there's no surefire way to defend against drone attacks. |
(2026-02-15). The rise of 'Merzoni': How an alliance between Germany's and Italy's leaders is reshaping Europe. |
(2026-02-15). Voting in supermarkets, bank cards as ID and £500,000 fines for breaking the rules — how British elections could be about to change. |
(2026-02-15). Are women board members risk averse or agents of innovation? It's complicated, new research shows. |
(2026-02-15). How a largely forgotten Supreme Court case can help prevent an executive branch takeover of federal elections. |
(2026-02-15). Trump's EPA decides climate change doesn't endanger public health — the evidence says otherwise. |
(2026-02-15). FDA rejects Moderna's mRNA flu vaccine application – for reasons with no basis in the law. |
(2026-02-15). United States plunges into unlawful rule and extrajudicial killings. fidh.org
(2026-02-15). The friendship between China and ASEAN could redefine the geopolitics of the Far East. strategic-culture.su
(2026-02-15). Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister: The ball is now in America's court to prove that it wants to reach a deal. If they are sincere, I am sure we will be on the road to an agreement. english.almanar.com.lb
(2026-02-15). Apocalypse Doctor – Medicine at the End of the World. indybay.org
(2026-02-15). Votes at 16: the UK government has a fight on its hands — but are politicians all missing the point? |
(2026-02-15). Gene-edited meat in Canada: To label or not to label? |
(2026-02-15). How business students learn to make ethical decisions by studying a soup kitchen in one of America's toughest neighborhoods. |
(2026-02-15). Hesitation is costly in sports but essential to life — neuroscientists identified its brain circuitry. |
(2026-02-15). Citizenship voting requirement in SAVE America Act has no basis in the Constitution — and ignores precedent that only states decide who gets to vote. |
(2026-02-15). Little Amélie: a tender and creative exploration of the formation of childhood identity. |
(2026-02-15). Ramaphosa and a stable electricity system in South Africa: the devils are in the detail. |
(2026-02-15). Azerbaijan: Unlawfully detained women journalists face sexual violence amidst on-going crackdown on civil society. fidh.org
(2026-02-15). Addiction affects your brain as well as your body — that's why detoxing is just the first stage of recovery. |
(2026-02-15). Trump administration losing credibility with judges and grand juries — a former federal judge explains why this is 'remarkable and unprecedented'. |
(2026-02-15). Cement has a climate problem — here's how geopolymers with add-ins like cork could help fix it. |
(2026-02-15). Pregnancy and pre-eclampsia: is aspirin the answer for everyone? |
(2026-02-15). Inside Aardman at the Young V&A: the creative magic behind Britain's beloved stop-motion pioneers. |
(2026-02-15). Colorectal cancer is increasing among young people, as James Van Der Beek's death reminds us — cancer experts explain ways to decrease your risk. |
(2026-02-15). The intensity and perfectionism that drive Olympic athletes also put them at high risk for eating disorders. |
(2026-02-15). Africa's trade blocs were designed to unite the continent: four reasons they haven't delivered. |
(2026-02-15). Why Sigmund Freud is making a comeback in the age of authoritarianism and AI. |
(2026-02-15). Don't fall in love this Valentine's Day — read Wuthering Heights. |
(2026-02-15). More than a feeling — thinking about love as a virtue can change how we respond to hate. |
(2026-02-15). When norovirus hits the Olympics: The science behind the spread. |
(2026-02-15). Britain's relentless rain shows climate predictions playing out as expected. |
(2026-02-15). Climate change could expose 1.1 billion people to hunger by 2100 (but there's good news too) — AI modelling study. |
(2026-02-15). The IOC's ban of a Ukrainian athlete over his helmet reveals troubling double standards. |
(2026-02-15). United Nations treaty on business and human rights: New language is out, but some gaps persist. fidh.org
(2026-02-15). Little Amélie: a tender and creative exploration of the formation of childhood identity. |
(2026-02-15). All things bright and beautiful need to be sustainable as well, says Church of England's new flower policy. |
(2026-02-15). How the 9/11 terrorist attacks shaped ICE's immigration strategy. |
(2026-02-15). Living in space can change where your brain sits in your skull — new research. |
(2026-02-15). China: Incommunicado detention and possible sentencing of Ms Zhang Yadi, young defender of Tibetan rights. fidh.org
(2026-02-15). From sham to scam: Overview of the 2025-2026 fraudulent election in Myanmar. fidh.org
(2026-02-15). Bangladesh Nationalist party secures victory in first election since Sheikh Hasina's ousting. |
(2026-02-15). Kazakhstan: Alarming arbitrary arrest, detention and judicial harassment of 19 human rights activists, including seven-month-pregnant Nazigul Maksutkhan. fidh.org
(2026-02-15). Administración Trump gastó 40 millones de dólares en deportar a 300 migrantes a terceros países. cubadebate.cu Un informe elaborado por los demócratas del Comité de Relaciones Exteriores del Senado señala que hubo pagos de entre 4.7 y 7.5 millones de dólares a Guinea Ecuatorial, Ruanda, El Salvador, Esuatini y Palaos para deportar a migrantes a esas naciones, y calificó esta práctica de "costosa, derrochadora y con escasa supervisión".
(2026-02-15). Veicoli elettrici, la cooperazione con la Cina come leva strategica per Europa e Canada. strategic-culture.su Nel pieno della competizione geoeconomica, la filiera dei veicoli elettrici dimostra che la cooperazione conviene più dello scontro. La centralità industriale della Cina, la necessità europea di rilancio e la svolta canadese indicano una via pragmatica fondata su reciprocità e stabilità . | Segue nostro Da capitolo secondario della politica industriale globale, la transizione elettrica è oramai diventata uno dei principali terreni su cui…
(2026-02-15). México vuelve a demostrar su amor a Cuba. radiohc.cu Muy cerca de las carpas levantadas en el emblemático Zócalo capitalino para celebrar el Día del Amor y la Amistad, el pueblo de México volvió a demostrar hoy cuánto lleva a Cuba en su corazón. | Entre banderas de ambas naciones e imágenes del líder histórico de la Revolución en la isla, Fidel Castro, y del guerrillero argentino-cubano Ernesto (Che) Guevara, el espacio dispuesto para recibir víveres con destino a la mayor de las Antillas vivió un ajetreo constante. | Al continuo flujo de personas que llegaban con paquetes grandes o pequeños, donde podían hallarse desde alimentos hasta medicinas y otros insumos, se…
(2026-02-15). Administración Trump gastó 40 millones de dólares en deportar a 300 migrantes a terceros países. cubadebate.cu Un informe elaborado por los demócratas del Comité de Relaciones Exteriores del Senado señala que hubo pagos de entre 4.7 y 7.5 millones de dólares a Guinea Ecuatorial, Ruanda, El Salvador, Esuatini y Palaos para deportar a migrantes a esas naciones, y calificó esta práctica de "costosa, derrochadora y con escasa supervisión".
(2026-02-15). México vuelve a demostrar su amor a Cuba. radiohc.cu Muy cerca de las carpas levantadas en el emblemático Zócalo capitalino para celebrar el Día del Amor y la Amistad, el pueblo de México volvió a demostrar hoy cuánto lleva a Cuba en su corazón. | Entre banderas de ambas naciones e imágenes del líder histórico de la Revolución en la isla, Fidel Castro, y del guerrillero argentino-cubano Ernesto (Che) Guevara, el espacio dispuesto para recibir víveres con destino a la mayor de las Antillas vivió un ajetreo constante. | Al continuo flujo de personas que llegaban con paquetes grandes o pequeños, donde podían hallarse desde alimentos hasta medicinas y otros insumos, se…
(2026-02-15). Povea gana plata en el triple salto de la Copa Iberdrola. cubadebate.cu La triplista cubana Liadagmis Povea conquistó este sábado la medalla de plata en el Campeonato Nacional de Pista Corta de España o Copa Iberdrola, en lid dominada por la venezolana Yulimar Rojas. En su retorno a los torneos indoor, Yulimar solo necesitó un salto para lograr los 14.95 metros, con récord incluido.
(2026-02-15). Un abrazo a quienes solo saben de amor. cubadebate.cu Lo del odio es causa perdida, mi humilde corazón me lo susurra: presiento que en el escenario más desolador, sobre tierra arrasada por un golpe mortal, siempre alguien aparecerá de pie y triunfante, alguien —a contragolpe de la estupidez y el miedo— dirá como José Julián y así estará reiniciando los sueños: "Yo solo sé de amor".
(2026-02-15). Cuba participa en Conferencia Mundial sobre Erradicación del Trabajo Infantil. radiohc.cu Liurka Rodríguez Barrios, encargada de negocios a.i. de Cuba en Marruecos, representó a la Mayor de las Antillas en la VI Conferencia Mundial sobre la Erradicación del Trabajo Infantil, celebrada en Marrakech. | Según publica el sitio oficial del Ministerio de Relaciones Exteriores (Minrex), el encuentro lo convocó la Organización Internacional del Trabajo (OIT) y autoridades del reino y reunió a altos representantes de gobiernos, organismos internacionales, interlocutores sociales, gremiales y de la sociedad civil, para debatir sobre los desafíos globales y eliminar esta práctica que afecta a millones de niños e…
(2026-02-15). Carnival tribute to Brazil's Lula in Rio sparks political backlash. tribune.com.pk 
When Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva learned that a samba school in Rio de Janeiro would base its carnival parade this year on his journey from factory worker to president, he broke into tears and then smiled for pictures holding the school's flag. | But, as Rio's world‚Äëfamous carnival parade approached, the tribute became a political headache. | Opposition parties and politicians have filed a flurry of lawsuits alleging that Lula is benefiting from what they describe as an illegal form of early campaigning ahead of this year's presidential election. The president hopes to be el…
(2026-02-15). Flick calls for Barcelona reaction. tribune.com.pk 
Barcelona coach Hansi Flick called on his team to show a "reaction" against Girona on Monday in La Liga after their 4-0 thrashing by Atletico Madrid in the Copa del Rey. | The Catalan giants were pummelled by Diego Simeone's side in the semi-final first leg on Thursday, but Flick believes his team's attitude has improved in the days since. | "Atletico were ready for this fight, it was a Champions League level game and the first 45 minutes were not right," Flick told reporters Sunday. | "We did not have the attitude to be competitive in this situation, in every duel, one against one situation, they were much be…
(2026-02-15). Come si evolve realmente la partnership strategica tra Cina e Iran. strategic-culture.su Neo-Caligula continua a scommettere su quella che potrebbe essere definita La strategia del debitore armato. | Segue nostro We've got a thing, and that's a-called radar love
| We've got a wave in the air | Radar love | Golden Earring, Radar Love | La Persia e la Cina hanno una lunga storia alle spalle. Concentriamoci per un momento solo sul VII secolo, nel periodo di massimo splendore della Via della Seta, quando i due grandi poli…
(2026-02-15). El fin del juego para Keir Starmer. strategic-culture.su
(2026-02-15). Vinicius bags brace as Real Madrid take Liga lead, end Sociedad run. tribune.com.pk 
Vinicius Junior won and converted two penalties as Real Madrid thumped Real Sociedad 4-1 on Saturday to move provisionally top of La Liga. | An impressive performance from Trent Alexander-Arnold on his first start in two-and-a-half months also helped Los Blancos move two points clear of champions Barcelona, who visit Girona on Monday. | Madrid's convincing display inflicted a first defeat for visiting American coach Pellegrino Matarazzo, in his 10th match at the helm of Real Sociedad. | Young striker Gonzalo Garcia and Fede Valverde were also on target for Alvaro Arbeloa's Madrid, who face an important Champio…
(2026-02-15). Israeli forces kill nine Palestinians in Gaza, attack southern Lebanon. aljazeera.com Medical sources say Israeli forces killed five Palestinians in southern Khan Younis and four in northern al-Faluja.
(2026-02-15). LIVE: Israel kills 10 Palestinians in Gaza in 24 hours. aljazeera.com The killings add to the death toll of 601 since October 10 'ceasefire' that Israel has violated more than 1,600 times.
(2026-02-15). Brazil wins first gold medal for South America at Winter Olympics. aljazeera.com Brazil became the first South American country to win gold at the Winter Olympics.
(2026-02-15). 'Clown show': Obama reacts to Trump sharing racist monkey video. aljazeera.com Without mentioning Trump by name, Obama says a majority of Americans 'find this behavior deeply troubling'.
(2026-02-15). Cyclone Gezani kills four in Mozambique as Madagascar assesses damage. aljazeera.com Powerful storm batters Mozambique's Inhambane a day after killing at least 41 people in Madagascar.
(2026-02-15). The Palestinian cause cannot speak only to the left. aljazeera.com Moral clarity has not shifted Western policy; persuasion must extend into the arenas where power actually sits.
(2026-02-15). Nigeria's Argungu fishing contest returns after years of pause. aljazeera.com Traditional fishing methods shine at Argungu's iconic festival, preserving heritage and boosting local economy.
(2026-02-15). LIVE: India vs Pakistan — T20 World Cup. aljazeera.com Follow our live build-up, with toss, team news and analysis, ahead of our text commentary stream of the Group A clash.
(2026-02-15). Gunmen kill at least 32 people in northern Nigeria, residents say. aljazeera.com Witnesses say the motorcycle riding gunmen attacked three communities in northern Nigeria, killing and abducting dozens.
(2026-02-15). Fujian villages bear witness to changes. ecns.cn From 1997 to 1999, relocation efforts promoted by Xi, then deputy secretary of the Fujian Provincial Committee of the CPC, brought Jiang and more than 500 other boat-dwelling households ashore.
(2026-02-15). (W.E. Talk) Chinese, Japanese experts warn Japan's military buildup could push the country to the brink of danger. ecns.cn Japanese politics continues to show a right-leaning trend, with the government taking frequent actions in the realm of security policy. Speaking on China News Network's "W.E. Talk" program, Chen Yang, a young scholar specializing in Japanese affairs and a visiting research fellow at Liaoning University's Institute of Japan Studies, warned that Japan's recent military buildup has steadily eroded its long-standing "exclusively defense-oriented posture," posing a growing threat to regional security.
(2026-02-15). From Yiwu to Global: How creative pet products win over global merchants. ecns.cn A woman entrepreneur in Yiwu strives to innovate, bringing creative pet products to the rest of the world. Click the video to discover what makes Yiwu's pet creations so impressive!
(2026-02-15). New Zealand parliament members wish Chinese People a happy Year of the Horse. ecns.cn As the Chinese New Year approaches, New Zealand members of Parliament, led by Prime Minister Christopher Luxon, delivered their New Year greetings in Chinese, wishing the Chinese people a happy New Year, smooth progress, and the strength to gallop ahead in the Year of the Horse.
(2026-02-15). Team China stays resilient after a disappointing night. ecns.cn Chinese short-track speed skater Liu Shaoang competes in the men's 1,500m Final A at the Milano-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics on Saturday."It was a regret tonight that we got blocked and then taken down when we were gaining on fast," a calm Liu said of the crash after the 1,500m Final A.
(2026-02-15). 10 big things about China you should not miss (Feb. 8 – Feb. 14). ecns.cn At a regular press briefing, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said China had noted reports that U.S. Under Secretary for Arms Control and International Security Thomas G. DiNanno urged China to participate in "multilateral talks" on nuclear arms control and strategic stability and alleged that China carried out "nuclear explosive tests" in June 2020, while outlining U.S. proposals on nuclear arms control at the Conference on Disarmament in Geneva.
(2026-02-15). Cambodia intensifies nationwide crackdown on telecom fraud, advances new legislation. ecns.cn Cambodia has intensified a nationwide crackdown on telecom and online fraud, repatriating thousands of foreign nationals and pushing forward new legislation to strengthen its legal framework against cross-border scams.
(2026-02-15). Unlocking Chinese Cities | Kiln fires of 'Capital of Porcelain' ignite the dreams of ceramic artists worldwide. ecns.cn The kiln fires of Jingdezhen, known as the "Capital of Porcelain," produce delicate china cups, plates and bowls for everyday use, as well as exquisite artistic ceramics. | Since the Song Dynasty, Jingdezhen porcelain has crossed oceans to reach more than 120 countries, serving as a messenger of cultural exchange.
(2026-02-15). (W.E. Talk) Japan should reflect on history and repair relations with China: experts. ecns.cn Japan's House of Representatives election results announced on Feb. 9 delivered victory for the ruling bloc. The Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) secured 316 seats, surpassing the two-thirds threshold on its own, while the ruling coalition with Nippon Ishin no Kai expanded the ruling majority to 352 seats. Incumbent Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is widely expected to secure re-election as prime minister when the parliament convenes on Feb. 18.
(2026-02-15). Chinese leaders extend Spring Festival greetings to retired senior officials. ecns.cn President Xi Jinping and other Chinese leaders have visited or entrusted others to visit retired senior officials to extend greetings ahead of the Spring Festival, which falls on Feb. 17 this year.
(2026-02-15). (W.E. Talk) Japanese lawmaker says deeply uneasy about Takaichi staying in power, urges Japan to reaffirm 'no more war' pledge. ecns.cn Shiro Hanatani, a local city councilor from Japan, stated on the " W.E. Talk" program of China News Network that he is concerned that if Sanae Takaichi continues in power, her policies will become increasingly hawkish, and that the Takaichi administration's continued push for military buildup and expansion will further heighten tensions in Asia.
(2026-02-15). Comicomment: One step from the fall. ecns.cn Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi recently stated on a television program that she is "trying to create an environment" to visit the notorious Yasukuni Shrine, a site that commemorates 14 convicted Class-A war criminals from WWII. This alarming rhetoric reveals not only a disregard for historical justice but also the intentions of Japan's right wing to revive a militarist past.
(2026-02-15). Xi sends congratulatory message to 39th African Union Summit. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping on Saturday sent a congratulatory message to Joao Lourenco, rotating African Union (AU) chairperson and Angolan president, and Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, chairperson of the AU Commission, extending warm congratulations to African countries and people over the 39th AU Summit.
(2026-02-15). Xi extends Chinese New Year greetings to ring in Year of Horse. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping, also general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and chairman of the Central Military Commission, delivers a speech at a reception to usher in the Chinese New Year at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, capital of China, Feb. 14, 2026.
(2026-02-15). JD.com recovers most goods stolen from Paris warehouse. ecns.cn JD.com said that the majority of goods stolen from one of its warehouses in France late last year have been recovered, The Paper reported Saturday.
(2026-02-15). China to grant zero-tariff treatment to 53 African countries. ecns.cn China will grant zero-tariff treatment to 53 African countries that have diplomatic relations with China starting from May 1, 2026, CCTV reported on Saturday.
(2026-02-15). Comicomment: Backward road, dead end. ecns.cn Following the recent election, Japanese Prime Minister and Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) President Sanae Takaichi swiftly signaled her intention to accelerate constitutional revision, stating that she would "create an environment in which a national referendum on revising the constitution can be held as soon as possible."
(2026-02-15). Chinese robots and culture converge at UN's Year of the Horse celebration. ecns.cn A robotic lion dancer, a panda-shaped robot and three humanoid dancing robots took center stage at a Chinese New Year gala hosted by the United Nations Chinese Book Club at UN headquarters in New York on Thursday.
(2026-02-15). China upgrades Xiong'an high-tech zone to national level. ecns.cn China's State Council has approved the upgrade of the Hebei Xiong'an high-tech industrial development zone to a national-level high-tech industrial development zone, according to an official statement released on Friday.
(2026-02-15). (W.E. Talk) Expert: Repairing China-Japan ties after election a test for Tokyo's diplomacy. ecns.cn Domestically, the long-term economic stagnation, rising prices, and depreciation of the yen have created a compounded negative effect. On the international front, issues such as how to repair China-Japan relations and maintain the stability in the Japan-U.S. alliance have become unavoidable challenges for the Japanese government.
(2026-02-15). Why millions of working Americans are hanging on the 'kill line'. ecns.cn The term "kill line" captures the financial fragility facing many American households. Data shows that around 40% of families are unable to cover an unexpected expense.
(2026-02-15). Country sees strong rebound in FDI. ecns.cn Net inflows of foreign direct investment to China quadrupled in 2025 according to balance-of-payments data, official figures showed on Friday, signaling a structural improvement in inbound investment and renewed confidence in China's long-term growth prospects.
(2026-02-15). Ambassador of Pakistan to China wishes Chinese people 'an auspicious Year of the Horse'. ecns.cn
(2026-02-15). Macao embraces Year of the Horse with festive decorations. ecns.cn
(2026-02-15). Death toll in overnight IDF strikes on Gaza Strip rises to ten, Hamas-run Ministry says. haaretz.com
(2026-02-15). 49 homicides in 45 days: Two young men shot to death in Nazareth and the Negev. haaretz.com Saturday's murders bring the total homicide rate so far this year to 49, 44 of which come from Arab society. Between Wednesday and Thursday, six members of Arab communities were killed in 24 hours…
(2026-02-15). magical thinking that will further sap its school system. haaretz.com Five days of school a week instead of six? Work fewer days, provide fewer classroom hours, spend less time in school, cut the number of matriculation exams — the kids love it…
(2026-02-15). attack on Herzog shows the true aim of Washington trip. haaretz.com The Israeli prime minister was able to convince the U.S. president not only that his pardon is definitively forthcoming, but that he is not responsible for the October 7 massacre. Soon, Trump will visit Israel as a Likud campaigner and light the Independence Day torch…
(2026-02-15). ICRC president: States must harness momentum to improve Gaza's dire humanitarian situation in next phase of ceasefire. icrc.org The following is a quote attributable to ICRC President Mirjana Spoljaric on the urgent need to improve the humanitarian situation in Gaza.
(2026-02-15). Working Together to Respect Human Rights and Humanitarian Law. icrc.org This speech was delivered by Megan Rock, Head of the ICRC's Regional Delegation in the Pacific, at the Commonwealth Law Minister's Meeting on 11 February 2026 in Nadi, Fiji…
(2026-02-15). Philippines: Caring for conflict-affected people. icrc.org Facts and figures from January to December 2025…
(2026-02-15). ICRC President: Respect for international humanitarian law preserves pathways back to peace. icrc.org Speech given by Mirjana Spoljaric, President of the International Committee of the Red Cross: Maastricht Die Natalis — Honorary Doctorate Ceremony…
(2026-02-15). Israel and the occupied territories: Release and transfer operations under ceasefire agreement completed. icrc.org
(2026-02-15). China: Briefing for the Shanghai Cooperation Organization on principled humanitarian action. icrc.org
(2026-02-15). ICRC president elected to a second term. icrc.org
(2026-02-15). DR Congo: As more people are wounded in South Kivu violence, they struggle to get treatment. icrc.org
(2026-02-15). Oman: ICRC and Ministry of Defense Conclude Advanced IHL Training. icrc.org
(2026-02-15). Bosnia and Herzegovina: Families of the missing still seek answers. icrc.org
(2026-02-15). Bangladesh launches first-ever Junior Amputee Football Programme, empowering young athletes through sport. icrc.org
(2026-02-15). ICRC response in northern Syria: Operational update. icrc.org
(2026-02-15). China: High-Level Dialogue Examines Middle East Crisis and International Cooperation. icrc.org
(2026-02-15). Complementing existing protections in armed conflicts and other situations of violence. icrc.org
(2026-02-15). Yemen: ICRC's humanitarian impact in 2025, a year of deepening crisis. icrc.org
(2026-02-15). Afghanistan: Operational facts and figures, January to December 2025. icrc.org
(2026-02-15). Somalia: One year on, families reeling from conflict in Puntland. icrc.org
(2026-02-15). Serbia: Further progress needed to clarify the fate of the missing. icrc.org
(2026-02-15). Syria: ICRC concerned over worsening humanitarian situation. icrc.org
(2026-02-15). Frequently asked questions: ICRC's work in the Philippines. icrc.org
(2026-02-15). More Than a Competition: The Journey of Uganda's IHL Moot Court Winners. icrc.org
(2026-02-15). ICRC President Urges Renewed Commitment to Laws of War at Westminster. icrc.org
(2026-02-15). The Global International Humanitarian Law Initiative to hold a High-level Conference on Humanity in War in Jordan in 2026. icrc.org
(2026-02-15). UCU community bids farewell to Pamela Tumwebaze. independent.co.ug Mukono, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Tears flowed freely at Nkoyoyo Hall as the body of Pamela Tumwebaze was carried into the prayer venue at Uganda Christian University. Lecturers stood in silence. Students lined the pathway. Hymns filled the air. It was not just the passing of a lecturer. It was the loss of a …
(2026-02-15). Uganda's public debt rises on oil-sector spending. independent.co.ug 
KAMPALA, UGANDA | Xinhua | Uganda's public debt has risen sharply, largely driven by preparations for the country's first oil production, the Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development said in a report released Friday. The Debt Sustainability Analysis Report for the 2024/25 financial year shows that total public debt increased from 25.59 billion U.S. …
(2026-02-15). Missing continous assesment scores lock 1,191 UCE candidates out of higher education. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | A total of 1,191 candidates who sat the 2025 Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) examinations will not receive their certificates, effectively blocking their progression to higher levels of education, the Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB) has revealed. The affected candidates, representing 0.28 per cent of the total candidature, were …
(2026-02-15). Iran open to nuclear negotiations if US lifts sanctions. moderndiplomacy.eu Iran is open to negotiating a nuclear deal with the United States if the U. S. is willing to lift sanctions, as stated by Deputy Foreign Minister Majid Takht-Ravanchi in a BBC interview. Iran is ready to discuss limits on its nuclear program in exchange for the removal of sanctions but does not want to …
(2026-02-15). Referendum and Revolution: Can Bangladesh Vote Its Way Out of Crisis? moderndiplomacy.eu Introduction On February 12th 2026, the world witnessed a historic moment in Bangladesh's political development: its first post-uprising general election at the same time as a national referendum on institutional reform. On February 13th, it was confirmed that the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) won the election and the July Charter Referendum passed with a significant …
(2026-02-15). Taiwan Leader Promises Defense Boost in New Year Speech. moderndiplomacy.eu Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te announced plans to enhance the island's defense and security in his Lunar New Year message. Last year, he proposed an additional $40 billion for defense to counter China, which claims Taiwan as its territory. The opposition party, which holds a majority in parliament, has not reviewed this proposal and suggested its …
(2026-02-15). Rubio: U.S. Does Not Dispute European Navalny Poisoning Assessment. moderndiplomacy.eu U. S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio called a report by five European allies "troubling," which stated that Russia was responsible for the death of Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny using a toxin from poison dart frogs. Rubio said the U. S. had no reason to question the findings during a news conference in Slovakia. The …
(2026-02-15). Trump and Netanyahu agreed to push Iran on cutting oil sales to China. moderndiplomacy.eu President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met at the White House and agreed to work on reducing Iran's oil exports to China. A senior U. S. official stated they would apply maximum pressure on Iran, particularly its oil sales to China, which receives over 80% of Iran's oil exports. The Chinese foreign …
(2026-02-15). Dystopia Meets Comedy in the AI Satire 'Good Luck, Have Fun, Don't Die'. moderndiplomacy.eu Gore Verbinski hopes his film "Good Luck, Have Fun, Don't Die" will be both therapeutic and a warning about the negative impacts of technology and artificial intelligence on society. At the Berlin Film Festival, he shared that the film features Sam Rockwell as a time traveler from the future who disrupts a diner to select …
(2026-02-15). Musk vs. Bezos, China in the mirror: A strategic analysis of the new moon race. moderndiplomacy.eu The competition in the space race between U. S. billionaires, Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos, is intensifying. SpaceX, led by Musk, is planning to establish a lunar base called "Moonbase Alpha" and is looking to launch a device on the moon's surface. This base is aimed at supporting Musk's vision of an AI-computing network consisting …
(2026-02-15). From nukes to the economy: Decoding North Korea's Ninth Party Congress. moderndiplomacy.eu North Korea is set to hold the Ninth Congress of the ruling Workers' Party this month, which is a major political event for assessing past performance, setting new policy goals, and potentially changing leadership. This gathering coincides with leader Kim Jong Un's increased focus on weapons development and strengthening ties with Russia while tensions with …
(2026-02-15). Rare Earth Minerals: What They Are and Why They Matter. moderndiplomacy.eu In February 2025, U. S. President Donald Trump expressed interest in Ukraine providing the U. S. with rare earths in exchange for financial support for Ukraine's war against Russia. This statement aligns with a strategy called the "victory plan" proposed by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy, which aims to secure agreements with foreign partners for access …
(2026-02-15). Kallas: EU member states not ready to offer Ukraine concrete membership date. moderndiplomacy.eu European Union foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas stated that EU governments are not prepared to provide Ukraine with a specific membership date, despite President Volodymyr Zelenskiy requesting one as part of security guarantees for a peace deal with Russia. Kallas mentioned that a lot of work still needs to be done before any date can …
(2026-02-15). 'Nightborn': A Finnish Horror Fable That Confronts the Taboos of Motherhood. moderndiplomacy.eu Finnish director Hanna Bergholm wanted her horror film Nightborn to explore the complex emotions that come with parenthood and challenge the taboos surrounding motherhood. Speaking at the Berlin Film Festival, she expressed her desire to depict the struggles parents face when confronting their feelings and identities. The film, originally titled Yà∂n Lapsi, features characters Saga …
(2026-02-15). Ramadan: A Test of Conscience in Jerusalem. moderndiplomacy.eu For decades, Jerusalem rested on a fragile balance, sustained not by force but by inherited practices, recognised limits, and a shared ethic of restraint. Today, this balance is unravelling. Faith is increasingly mobilised as a political instrument, sacred space has become a site of confrontation, and profound transformations of the city are taking place with …
(2026-02-15). European allies say Navalny was poisoned by dart frog toxin. newarab.com 
Five European allies on Saturday blamed In a joint statement,
(2026-02-15). Palestinian NGO condemns Ben-Gvir's Palestinian prisoners video. newarab.com 
A Palestinian NGO has denounced what it called an Just days before the start of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan, Ben Gvir held a tour of Ofer Prison in the In f…
(2026-02-15). Kevin Cox: South Africa In History's Shadow. newleftreview.org Why is South Africa seemingly still mired in the income and spatial segregation patterns of the apartheid era? Standard explanations focus on the ANC, either as too neoliberal or too statist. Kevin Cox looks instead at the making of classes—and expropriation of African farmers—in conditions of globalization's labour shock.
(2026-02-15). Grey Anderson: Primacy's Calculus. newleftreview.org Grey Anderson on Edward Luce, Zbig. Biography of Brzezinski, updating the American strategist and Russia hawk for present needs.
(2026-02-15). Nic Johnson: What The Thunder Said. newleftreview.org Nic Johnson on Melinda Cooper, Counterrevolution. Neoliberalism as programme to head off the radical potential of the Keynesian state.
(2026-02-15). Julieta Caldas: Luxury without Grandeur. newleftreview.org The experience of the Frieze Art Fair in London, as sibling events sprout in New York, LA, Seoul, Abu Dhabi, under the ownership of an entertainment mogul. Commercial logics on display in a glaring, idea-less space, where artists function as generators of speculative capital.
(2026-02-15). Ryan Ruby: Wikipedia and the Novel. newleftreview.org Derogatory references to wiki-novels abound in contemporary literary criticism, as authors parade their characters' pseudo-erudition. But might these be signs of an iPhone era 'regime of perception'? Dazzling reconsideration of the relation between the novel and the encyclopaedia, from Sterne and Melville to Rachel Kushner and Sally Rooney.
(2026-02-15). Anders Stephanson & George Kennan: Stephanson—Kennan Correspondence. newleftreview.org An inter-generational exchange between one of the Cold War's originating thinkers and a young Marxist scholar studying his work. Problems of American foreign policy, definitions of the national interest, the Soviet Union and the containment doctrine and the independent development of political discourse among the subjects under consideration.
(2026-02-15). Cédric Durand: Michel Aglietta. newleftreview.org A tribute to the founder of the Parisian Regulation School of heterodox economics, with its striking combination of elite statistical training, rich conceptualizations and long-range economic history. Michel Aglietta's singular trajectory traced from radicalization in Algeria and 1960s Marxism to studies of China and green modelling.
(2026-02-15). Pierre Vesperini: Government of the Past. newleftreview.org If the past is always that of a certain present, what are the conditions for avoiding the subordination of public history to self-interested origin stories, or the consignment of past infamies to oblivion? Who belongs in public memory, and who not? Reflections on the political use and abuse of popular historiography.
(2026-02-15). Cédric Durand: Michel Aglietta. newleftreview.org A tribute to the founder of the Parisian Regulation School of heterodox economics, with its striking combination of elite statistical training, rich conceptualizations and long-range economic history. Michel Aglietta's singular trajectory traced from radicalization in Algeria and 1960s Marxism to studies of China and green modelling.
(2026-02-15). Anders Stephanson: Looking Back. newleftreview.org
(2026-02-15). María Haro Sly: Sprawl as Subject. newleftreview.org María Haro Sly on Carlos Pagni, El Nudo. The Buenos Aires periphery as a political subject, from the early workers' movement to Javier Milei.
(2026-02-15). María Haro Sly: Sprawl as Subject. newleftreview.org María Haro Sly on Carlos Pagni, El Nudo. The Buenos Aires periphery as a political subject, from the early workers' movement to Javier Milei.
(2026-02-15). Pennsylvania workers spend larger cut of income on employer-sponsored health benefits, new report shows. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? The cost of health insurance is rising across the board, even among people who get their coverage through an employer, new data shows. | Workers in states like Pennsylvania are spending a higher percentage of their paychecks for employer-sponsored health insurance than in previous years, according to A Penns…