2026-04-10: This Needs to Be Aired Publicly. Tucker Explains.
The Positive Universe is not always a fan or aligned with Tucker Carlson, but he's one of the few 'conservatives' with a large national audience AND the courage to challenge the Trump Administration and the US Congress on their suspicious subservience to Israel. See this important announcement.
2026-04-10: Rania Khalek Recounts 'Terrifying Massacres' in Beirut w/ Vijay Prashad
Rania Khalek speaks with Vijay Prashad and Zoe Alexandra after escaping Beirut, recounting a "horrendously terrifying" day as Israeli airstrikes leveled residential buildings without warning, overwhelming hospitals and leaving scores dead and injured. She describes indiscriminate destruction across densely populated neighborhoods, challenging claims that the attacks targeted militants and warning that "nowhere is safe" in Lebanon. Khalek also warns this escalation could expand regionally, arguing that what's being done to Lebanon today could soon be repeated against Iran – with U.S. backing.
(2026-04-10). Ukraine talking with Oman, Kuwait, Bahrain on security. newarab.com 
(2026-04-10). Are US-Iran ceasefire talks in Pakistan doomed to fail? responsiblestatecraft.org On Saturday, Iranian and American negotiators will
(2026-04-10). Zionists pressure Pakistan MP to delete social media post criticising Israel. thecanary.co 
A social media post from Pakistan's defence minister criticising Israel's genocidal violence on Lebanon amid ceasefire negotiations has been removed following pressure from Zionists. Khawaja Asif called Israel a "curse for humanity" for killing innocent civilians in Gaza, Iran and Lebanon. He also implied Israel was sabotaging the "peace talks". Pakistani Minister Quietly Scrubs Post […] | By
(2026-04-10). Islamabad on high alert as Pakistan hosts crucial US-Iran talks amid Middle East ceasefire. ptcnews.tv US-Iran talks in Islamabad: Amid a fragile ceasefire in the Middle East, global attention has shifted to Islamabad, which is set to host high-stakes negotiations between the United States and Iran starting April 11.The Pakistani capital has been placed under an unprecedented security lockdown ahead of the talks. Key areas, particularly the heavily guarded Red Zone, have been sealed off with strict movement restrictions. The zone, which houses Parliament, diplomatic missions, major government offices and luxury hotels is now accessible only to authorised personnel.Security forces have intensified patrols across t…
newrepublic.com (2026-04-10). Trump Rages as MTG Wrecks Him on CNN with Perfect Epithet
As Marjorie Taylor Greene savages Trump as "failing," a sharp observer of Trumpworld explains why the Iran fiasco has unleashed urgency within MAGA to move past him'and why it's a breaking point for the rest of us.
(2026-04-10). 'High risk': US VP Vance tasked by Trump to lead Iran talks. geo.tv 
US Vice President JD Vance looks on before boarding Air Force Two to return to Washington, DC, after the White House announced he would be leading the US delegation in upcoming peace talks with Iran, at the Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport in Budapest, Hungary, on April 8, 2026….
wakeuptopolitics.com (2026-04-10). What Happens If the Iran War Lasts
The president has 60 days to terminate the hostilities, unless Congress has granted authorization or "is physically unable to meet as a result of an armed attack upon the United States." For the Iran war, the 60-day mark after Trump's initial letter will be May 1.
(2026-04-10). Peace Talks on the Horizon: Iran and US Set the Stage. devdiscourse.com An Iranian delegation, helmed by Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf, reached Islamabad on Friday for potential peace negotiations with the United States. The talks would proceed only if Washington agrees to Tehran's stated preconditions, according to reports from Iranian media.
(2026-04-10). US, Iran set for crunch Pakistan talks in bid to rescue truce. newarab.com 
The fate of a Disputes over
(2010-04-26). Fact check: Viral video does not show Pakistani jets escorting Iranian delegation for Islamabad talks; it's old. tribune.com.pk 
Multiple users, including PML-N supporters, were sharing a video across social media platforms since Thursday, claiming it shows Pakistani fighter jets escorting an Iranian delegation to Islamabad for talks. However, the video is old and shows Pakistani jets greeting the plane of Saudi Arabia's crown prince during his visit on February 17, 2019. | Backchannel diplomatic efforts by Pakistan paid off, as the United States and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire on Wednesday, after weeks of escalating hostilities triggered by US-Israeli strikes on February 28, 2026, which quickly spiralled into a wider regional c…
(2026-04-10). Putting Fuel on a Ceasefire: Israel Tries to Kill U.S.—Iran Talks. theintercept.com 
"In many ways, what actually has potentially led to this ceasefire is the fact that Iran is able to create a chokehold over 20 percent of the world's oil."
(2026-04-10). US-Iran ceasefire shows strain ahead of talks with oil flows squeezed. newarab.com 
A fragile two-week ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran showed further strain on Friday, a day before they are to negotiate in Pakistan, as Washington accused Tehran of breaching promises on the There was no sign Iran was lifting its near-total blockade of the strait, which has caused the worst-ever disruption to global energy supplies. Tehran cited Israel's ong…
(2026-04-10). Israel plans talks with Lebanon as violence imperils Iran ceasefire. scmp.com In a potential boost to Middle East ceasefire efforts, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Thursday that he authorised direct negotiations with Lebanon "as soon as possible" aimed at disarming Iranian-backed Hezbollah militants and establishing relations between the neighbours. | Israel and Lebanon have technically been at war since Israel was established in 1948, and Netanyahu later stressed that there was no ceasefire between them. In a video statement, he said Israel will keep…
(2026-04-10). Market Jitters: Equities Mixed, Dollar Slips Amid Global Unrest and U.S.-Iran Talks. devdiscourse.com On Friday, equities displayed mixed results as the dollar fell, with investors anxiously awaiting critical U.S.-Iran talks set for the weekend. The talks are influenced heavily by Tehran's conditions, including asset unblocking and a Lebanon ceasefire, while a U.S. peace initiative necessitates reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
(2026-04-10). Tehran reacts to US-Iran ceasefire deal with hope and scepticism. newarab.com 
For many Iranians, the In the early hours of Wednesday, 8 April, following hours of gruelling negotiations brokered by the Pakistani government, Tehran and Washington reached an agreement. | The ceasefire halts the exchange of fire o…
(2026-04-10). Ending Israel's war on peace Iran's 10-point proposal is serious. asiapacificreport.nz To make lasting peace in the Middle East, the US must end its blank cheque to Israel's perpetual wars and join with the rest of the world to force Israel to live within its internationally recognised borders of June 4, 1967. Common Dreams reports. ANALYSIS: By Jeffrey D. Sachs and Sybil Fares A two-week ceasefire…
(2026-04-10). Selected Articles: Ceasefire in the Middle East — The Genocide Continues. globalresearch.ca 
By Trump has promised to give Iran's demands for a lasting peace favorable consideration. That goodwill will likely not last long once Trump has his …
(2026-04-10). Cleveland: 'No war on Iran! workers.org 
No Kings protest, Cleveland, March 28, 2026. Antiwar activists gathered in Cleveland's Market Square Park on April 4 to say "No war on Iran!" Rally speakers represented Cleveland Peace Action, Clevelanders United Against War, Freedom Road Socialist Organization, InterReligious Task Force on Central America and Colombia and Workers World . . . |
(2026-04-10). On Iran's Ten-Point Proposal for Peace. counterpunch.org 
The United States has agreed with Iran to cease hostilities for two weeks. The illegal US and Israeli imposed war has not ended but has a break, although not in Lebanon which was supposed to be part of the deal. Just before the ceasefire was announced, the Iranian authorities released a ten-point peace plan that promises far
(2026-04-10). Movement must stay vigilant — Stop the U.S.-Israeli wars now! iacenter.org April 10, 2026 The past few days have witnessed many ups and downs — first and foremost for the people of Iran and Lebanon but also for peace-loving people everywhere. On April 5 Trump had threatened to bomb Iran "back to the Stone Ages." On April 7 he delivered an extreme ultimatum on social media: "A whole civilization will die tonight, never to be brought back again" if the Strait of Hormuz was not reopened to any and all traffic. (pbs.org, April 7) The movement must continue to demonstrate in defense of Iran, Lebanon and Palestine. New York City, April 8, 2026. Photo: John Catalinotto Then came the abou…
(2026-04-10). When Flotillas Fight for Life, Not Empire. counterpunch.org 
Flotillas have historically been fleets of military vessels—tools of empire designed for swift offensive or defensive operations at sea. The images they evoke are ones of imperial power and looming violence. Just look at the massive US naval buildup that surrounded Iran as part of the recent US attacks. But peace activists have also developed
(2026-04-10). Back from the brink in Iran? Not while Palestine, Lebanon burn. newarab.com 
Many in the Middle East and the world want to believe that we are on the brink of peace, but it is worth reminding ourselves why we find ourselves here in the first place. | In simple terms, we are here because the United States and Israel still subscribe to the claim that the only language their adversaries understand is force. | Despite their own history of warfare proving otherwise, they keep repeating the same violent approach, expecting different results. That, as the saying goes, is the definition of insanity. | The United States has not always followed this path. Between the Second World War and the Vietna…
(2026-04-10). How Iran Won The Iran War. scheerpost.com Juan Cole Informed Comment Trump announced a two-week ceasefire on Tuesday, April 7, the 39th day of the Israeli-US war on Iran. He depended on Pakistani mediators and a 10-point peace plan put forward by Iran itself. And so, Iran won the 2026 war. It did not win as in, scoring a knockout. It won …
(2026-04-10). Haiti: Solidarity in a World at War. counterpunch.org 
As the world reels from the devastating U.S.-Israel war on Iran and Lebanon, and as the U.S.-backed Israeli genocide continues in Gaza and the West Bank, the Trump Administration's plan to assert its dominance over the Americas is also moving forward at an unprecedented pace. Having kidnapped Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife and
(2026-04-10). Music Fundraiser to Benefit Palestinian Families in Gaza and Madison, April 17, 2026. wibailoutpeople.org 
UW-Madison chapters of YDSA and Students for Justice in Palestine invite you to a music benefit via @thursdayonward. All money from ticket and kuffiyeh sales will go directly to humanitarian aid for those who need it most. Come out to hear some incredible bands against apartheid and genocide. For details see this instagram post where you …
(2026-04-10). Headlines for April 10, 2026. democracynow.org Death Toll from Israel's "Black Wednesday" Attack on Lebanon Tops 300, Iran Warns Israeli Attacks on Lebanon Could Destroy Ceasefire Deal and Diplomacy with U.S., House GOP Blocks Democratic Effort to Force Vote on Iran War Powers Resolution, Israel Approves 34 Settler Outposts Amid Continuing Settler Violence in Occupied West Bank, 9-Year-Old Palestinian Girl Shot Dead in Front of Classmates in Gaza's Beit Lahia, Federal Court Blasts Pentagon for Ignoring Prior Order to Restore Reporters' Access, Federal Judge Postpones Cancellation of Protected Status for Ethiopian Immigrants, U.N.
(2026-04-10). Israeli army shoots, kills 9-year-old girl in her Gaza classroom. electronicintifada.net Settlers killed a youth and attacked and kidnapped Palestinian children in a series of rampages.
(2026-04-10). Melania Trump Calls for Epstein Victims to Testify: Congressional Hearings Ahead. devdiscourse.com U.S. Representative James Comer, the chairman of the House Oversight Committee, announced his agreement with First Lady Melania Trump's call for congressional hearings to allow victims of Jeffrey Epstein to testify. He confirmed on Friday that hearings are in the works.
(2026-04-10). Mainstream media are ignoring the elephant in the room over Melania's weird speech. thecanary.co 
The Guardian, along with other 'mainstream' media, has reported that press and analysts are "baffled" by Melania Trump's sudden, supposedly unauthorised, and deeply self-justifying statement denying a relationship with serial child-rapist Jeffrey Epstein. ITV News even wondered, in all-caps, "WHY DID SHE DO THIS?": Any kind of examination reveals it may not really be all […] | By
(2026-04-10). Melania Trump denies any Epstein connection, seeks end to 'lies'. geo.tv 
US First Lady Melania Trump delivers remarks in the Grand Foyer of the White House in Washington, DC, US, April 9, 2026. — Reuters
(2026-04-10). Malcolm X, Noam Chomsky, Sexual Predator Associations and Legacy Twists. counterpunch.org 
Malcolm X was far more deeply involved with a sexual predator—his superior, Elijah Muhammad, leader of the Nation of Islam (NOI)—than Noam Chomsky was involved with Jeffrey Epstein. However, Malcolm X's association with Muhammad has had virtually no effect on Malcolm's legacy, which has skyrocketed among the general public since his death.
(2026-04-10). Comer Supports Melania Trump's Call for Epstein Hearings. devdiscourse.com U.S. Representative James Comer expressed his agreement with Melania Trump's appeal for congressional hearings for Jeffrey Epstein's victims on Friday, thereby pledging his support for a cause gaining national traction.
(2026-04-10). Riot police push back protesters demanding higher wages in Venezuela. aljazeera.com Police pushed back protesters in Venezuela's capital as they demanded an increase to the minimum wage.
(2026-04-10). Trump, Hegseth and the Language of War Crimes. counterpunch.org 
He's out of ideas, a mind running on empty. Increasingly, he is also short of reason, zapped by geopolitical addling and meddling. Now that US President Donald J. Trump has reached an uneasy understanding with Teheran that a two-week ceasefire should apply to the warring parties (Israel, as usual, has its own elastic interpretation as it continues attacking Lebanon),
(2026-04-10). Venezuela's National Assembly Appoints Larry Devoe as Attorney General Eglée González Lobato as Ombudsperson. orinocotribune.com Caracas ( The voting process highlighted the stark contrast between the Bolivarian parliamentary…
(2026-04-10). Iran's drones, the Strait of Hormuz and the new world order. workers.org 
On April 8, the people of Iran celebrated. And as Iran's government announced, their military will keep its finger on the trigger. This implies not a moment of trust of U.S. imperialism, which violates every agreement it makes. Iranians celebrate ceasefire in Tehran, April 8, 2026. A ceasefire based on . . . |
(2026-04-10). Hormuz is not a chokepoint the US can bomb or sanction away. thecanary.co 
The US has been begging and pleading with Iran to open the Strait of Hormuz to nations attacking them. As the Canary has already noted, the strait is open to nations who are not bombing Iran. Evidently, the US is finally facing robust opposition to its previously unchecked hegemony. Traditionally, the imperialist settler state of […] | By
(2026-04-10). Rift over Lebanon, Hormuz puts Mideast truce at risk. ecns.cn The Middle East teetered between hope and despair on Thursday, within a day of a two-week ceasefire being announced, as the United States and Iran accused each other of violating the terms of the truce, Israel intensified its bombardment of Lebanon, and Iran continued its chokehold on the Strait of Hormuz.
(2026-04-10). The Strait of Hormuz, Gate to the Great Sea: The Fifteenth Newsletter (2026). mronline.org 
The U.S.-Israeli war on Iran has turned the Strait of Hormuz into a choke point for the world economy, with the gravest consequences falling not on the powerful but on the poorer nations of the Global South.
(2026-04-10). Robert Reich: Lessons on how to defeat Donald Trump every time. asiapacificreport.nz COMMENTARY: By Robert Reich An hour before Trump said he'd cause the death of a "whole civilisation" if Iran didn't open the strait of Hormuz, an Iranian official said the shipping channel would be reopened for two weeks if the United States stopped bombing Iran. The US has now stopped bombing Iran. So we're back…
(2026-04-10). Roaming Charges: Mad Mouth, Bad Man; Mad Man, Bad Mouth. counterpunch.org 
+ If, in fact, the war is over (don't count on it), then Iran wins by surviving two massive bombing campaigns by the US and Israel (both nuclear-armed states) in the last year. Iran wins even bigger by keeping the Islamic Republic in power under the control of a younger, more militant leadership with the Republican Guard largely intact. Iran's victory grows larger when you consider that it keeps its nuclear research program and uranium stockpile. The victory becomes almost total when you factor in its ongoing control over the Strait of Hormuz and the fact that Trump was ready to call it quits in less than two mon…
(2026-04-10). Oil, Power, and Profit: Is a US-Iran Joint Tax Even Possible? thinktank.pk As tensions between the United States and Iran shift from open confrontation to cautious dialogue, an unusual and provocative idea has surfaced: can both countries jointly impose a tax on the Strait of Hormuz? At a time when global energy markets remain fragile after the 2026 Iran conflict, this concept has sparked debate among policymakers, …
(2026-04-10). Fragile Ceasefire Tested as Strait Closure and Lebanon Fighting Continue. moderndiplomacy.eu A two day ceasefire between the United States and Iran has paused direct large scale strikes, but key flashpoints across the region remain active. The closure of the Strait of Hormuz and escalating violence in Lebanon highlight the limited scope of the truce, exposing gaps in its coverage and enforcement. Strait of Hormuz Remains Closed …
(2026-04-10). International support grows for Iran. workers.org 
The U.S. and Israeli aggressor regimes seem to believe their attack on Iran will isolate the Islamic Republic. On the contrary, the determination of the Iranians to fight back has won support throughout the West Asia region and throughout the world. Russia and China are two of the more powerful . . . |
(2026-04-10). This Week's Most Popular Articles. globalresearch.ca 
(2026-04-10). From Hormuz to Kyiv: Are Short Ceasefires Becoming a Global War Strategy? thinktank.pk In 2026, a striking pattern is emerging across global conflict zones—wars are no longer being fought to conclusion but are instead being paused, recalibrated, and resumed. From the fragile ceasefire between the United States and Iran to the prolonged battlefield stalemate between Russia and Ukraine, the idea of short-term, tactical pauses—often lasting days or weeks—has …
(2026-04-10). USA's most important nuclear attack bomber jets lose stealth shield amid Iran war? Big claim by… hindustantimes.com China's Jingan Technology claims its AI-driven "Jingqi" platform tracked U.S. B-2 Spirit aircraft during strikes on Iran, intercepting radio signals despite strict stealth protocols. The firm says it reconstructed flight paths and timelines during Operation Epic Fury, though detection occurred mainly during the return phase. The claim, supported by unverified "audio proof," has sparked debate over whether stealth airpower is becoming more visible through signal intelligence and AI data fusion. Analysts caution it reflects evolving intelligence methods, not a proven failure of U.S. air dominance or stealth technol…
(2026-04-10). Hegseth Demands Iran Hand Over Uranium Or US Will Seize It. popularresistance.org Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu have issued a new demand that Iran forfeit its uranium stockpile, or else face renewed attacks or a ground operation by the U.S. and Israel — a threat levied just hours after the start of a fragile temporary ceasefire on Tuesday. | When asked if the U.S. has plans to force Iran to hand over its enriched uranium, Hegseth said in a press conference on Wednesday that "it's always been non-negotiable that they won't have nuclear capabilities." | "They'll give it to us voluntarily, we'll get it.
(2026-04-10). After Iran: Is This the Unraveling of the US-Israeli Order? counterpunch.org 
The knives are out—and this time, they are not aimed at Tehran, but at Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu. Even the ever morally flexible Chris Christie moved quickly. The former New Jersey governor and longtime Republican insider, speaking on CNN, did not merely criticize Trump; he used the moment to indict establishment Republicans for enabling
(2026-04-10). Pakistan's Ceasefire Diplomacy Deserves Recognition. thinktank.pk In moments of war, the real measure of a state is not how loudly it speaks, but how effectively it acts to save lives. Pakistan's role in helping secure the recent ceasefire between the United States and Iran, amid a wider regional war involving Israel, deserves recognition precisely for that reason. This was not diplomacy …
(2026-04-10). Iranian hackers leak ex-Israeli army chief's documents, photos. newarab.com 
Iran-linked hacker group Handala announced it had obtained and leaked thousands of images, documents, and videos belonging to former Israeli army chief of staff The group said on Thursday it was behind the operation, marking another instance of Israeli security officials being targeted in a "hack-and-leak" campaign. | In a statement, the group said it had obtained more than 19,000 "confidential images and videos", including classified documents as well as personal photographs and files. | "For years…
(2026-04-10). Will the U.S. and Europe Break Up? Trump Says He May Pull Out of NATO as Iran War Criticism Mounts. democracynow.org 
The U.S.-Israeli war on Iran has deepened rifts with several European countries. The Spanish government has been most outspoken in its opposition to the war, and U.S. allies like Germany and the United Kingdom have voiced some criticism while providing logistical support for the assault on Iran. NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has tried to smooth over differences and placate President Trump, even as he has mused about pulling the U.S. out of the military alliance and renewed his threats to seize Greenland. | "If there's one thing that actually one can say about President Trump, it's that he…
(2026-04-10). When Will the Trump Nightmare End? Have Too Many Thresholds Already Been Crossed? counterpunch.org 
Donald Trump continues to undermine the U.S. Constitution, reject democratic culture, violate international law, strain relationships with allies, and threaten adversaries with bombing them back to the Stone Age. The obvious question is: When will this end? Even as immediate issues are being raised about the reasons behind the U.S.—Israeli war against Iran and the exact nature of the ceasefire, we should keep asking: When will Trump's nightmarish influence stop?
(2026-04-10). Counting down the minutes to the next Iran war, Netanyahu turns his attention to disarming democracy. haaretz.com The government's efforts to undermine and destroy everything it can and to turn Israel into an authoritarian state bordering on a dictatorship, have not ceased for a single moment ‚ñ The High Court of Justice's decision to allow Ben-Gvir to remain in his position will have a domino effect…
(2026-04-10). Rewriting the aims: next battle is for control over the narrative. haaretz.com While the Israeli prime minister retrospectively rewrites the goals of his and Trump's war against Iran, it's worth noting what things actually looked like on the war maps ‚ñ The northern front is a trap of a different kind ‚ñ Meanwhile, the impact of a war waged afar on the home front has been completely normalized…
(2026-04-10). US-Iran Wobbly Ceasefire Wobbles Down. ummid.com With no side caring for the other side's core demands the proposed two-week ceasefire in the Israel—US war against Iran, which started just a day before, appears to be on the verge of collapse.
(2026-04-10). After US-Israeli war on Iran: Can the Gulf still trust Washington? juancole.com
(2026-04-10). Zionist oligarch implicated in bombing of Iranian pistachio factories. thecanary.co 
Satellite imagery flagged by the @mhmiranusa account on X indicates that US & Israeli Zionist war criminals have been bombing Iranian pistachio warehouses. The account owner said: The pistachio warehouses of Iranian Pistachio Company near Rafsanjan Airport were targeted by American/Israeli fighter jets in the first week of Farvardin. The attached before and after images […] | By
(2026-04-10). Experts dispute the 150-person Habima Square protest cap. haaretz.com A former Home Front Command officer estimated that about 5,000 people could reach the lower levels of the garage within 10 minutes — the typical early warning time for incoming threats. 'The 150-person limit is a joke,' a former city engineer said…
(2026-04-10). Detroit autoworkers denounce US-Israeli war on Iran: "This is for Big Oil" wsws.org Reporters from the World Socialist Web Site spoke to workers as they passed through the factory gates, shortly after reports emerged that the US government is moving toward automatic registration for a potential military draft.
(2026-04-10). Analysis: How to assess America's 40 days of war against Iran. longwarjournal.org US and Israeli forces conducted an impressive campaign that significantly degraded Iran's primary elements of military power. The operation did not, however, destroy these capabilities outright or eliminate Iran's ability to project meaningful power outside of its borders.
(2026-04-10). Israel continues to bomb Lebanon, as US media demands renewed onslaught against Iran. wsws.org Israeli airstrikes killed at least seven people in the town of al-Abbassieh in southern Lebanon on Thursday, as the bombardment of the country entered its second day since the proclamation of a US-Iran ceasefire.
(2026-04-10). Redefinition of the Persian Gulf Geopolitics from Iran's Perspective. unitedworldint.com From Integration of Threat to Differentiation of Strategies By Mohammad Reza Moradi, General Director of Mehr News Agency's Foreign Languages and International News Department, from Tehran / Iran With the beginning of the US and Israeli attack on Iran, we are also witnessing changes in Iran's view toward the Arab countries of the Persian Gulf …
(2026-04-10). The U.S.-Israeli War On Mental Health In Iran: What Will happen After The Shaky Ceasefire? scheerpost.com The trauma of war coupled with genocidal and demeaning rhetoric from U.S. leadership could lead to lasting mental health and social concerns for Iranians, experts say Kourosh Ziabari Prism A shaky ceasefire after 39 days of U.S.-Israeli war on Iran appears to be on the verge of collapse with Tel Aviv refusing to halt its heavy bombardment …
(2026-04-10). Europe Welcomes Ceasefire Announcement In Iran. popularresistance.org After a prolonged series of communications that failed to mention the United States and Israel as participants — let alone initiators — of the illegal war on Iran, European leaders today welcomed the announcement of a ceasefire. While these statements did mention the US, they remained silent on Israel's role in the attacks, acknowledging its involvement only indirectly: "We call upon all sides to implement the ceasefire, including in Lebanon," a joint statement by several European Prime Ministers and EU officials reads. | The Israeli occupation, of course, continued to escalate its assault on Lebanon…
(2026-04-10). Iran and US Reach Ceasefire Deal? "Extremely Fragile and Uncertain" globalresearch.ca After more than a month of war, Iran and the US-Israel coalition finally reached a temporary ceasefire agreement. | The future of hostilities remains uncertain, and a return to the active phase of the conflict could occur at any moment. | However, …
(2026-04-10). Fisherman catches Chinese drone; Iran war's lessons for China: SCMP's 7 highlights. scmp.com We have selected seven stories from this week's news across Hong Kong, mainland China, the wider Asia region and beyond that resonated with our readers and shed light on topical issues. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. | 1. Indonesian fisherman nets surprise catch — a Chinese underwater drone | A Chinese underwater drone was caught by an Indonesian fisherman near a key waterway leading to Australia, local media reported.
(2026-04-10). Kuwait condemns drone attacks, Iran denies involvement. newarab.com 
Kuwait condemned what it described as drone attacks by Iran and its proxies targeting vital facilities in the country on Thursday evening, calling the strikes a violation of its sovereignty and airspace, the foreign ministry said in a statement. | Earlier on Thursday, Kuwait's state news agency reported a National Guard site was targeted by drones, causing significant material damage but no injuries. |
(2026-04-10). Syria focuses on diplomacy amid Iran war. longwarjournal.org Syria has sought to position itself as a diplomatic actor amid the regional conflict with Iran, maintaining relative stability while several neighboring states faced significant missile and drone attacks. Damascus has intensified high-level engagements with Turkey, the United States, and Ukraine, highlighting efforts to rebuild international ties following the fall of the Bashar al Assad regime.
(2026-04-10). Wednesday 4/8: Emergency Rally Palo Alto: Stop Bombing Iran. indybay.org Where: In front of Tesla Showroom 4180 El Camino Real in Palo Alto…
(2026-04-10). Mapping the attacks on the Gulf since the US-Iran ceasefire. newarab.com 
(2026-04-10). Saudi Arabia says Iran attacks have affected oil production. newarab.com Saudi Arabia said on Thursday that the attacks carried out in recent weeks by Iran against the kingdom's energy infrastructure killed one person and impacted its oil production capacity. | The attacks have targeted "infrastructure for oil and gas production, transport and refining, as well as petrochemical plants and power facilities in Riyadh, the Eastern Province and the industrial city of Yanbu," an energy ministry official told the SPA news agency. | The official said the attacks killed one person – a Saudi national – and injured seven others, and "disrupted several production operations at key facilities".
(2026-04-10). Private Equity Gets the Green Light to Raid Workers' Retirement Accounts. counterpunch.org 
For more than a decade, private equity has been on a quest to gain access to the nearly $14 trillion of hard-earned money in workers' defined contribution retirement accounts, two-thirds in 401(k) plans. On March 30, the Trump administration handed private equity, private credit, crypto, and the full array of alternative investments the keys to
(2026-04-10). CIIE Stories | Startups break new ground at CIIE. ecns.cn In 2023, the "Moonwalkers" smart-powered shoes saw strong success in overseas markets following their launch, but had yet to enter China. It wasn't until their debut at the China International Import Expo (CIIE) in 2024 that the shoes-often dubbed the "Wind Fire Wheels"-began to gain widespread recognition in the Chinese market.
(2026-04-10). A Message from a Cuban Grandmother. radiohc.cu The United States government has said that "not much more pressure can be exerted except by entering and destroying the place." | That "place" is me. I am the Cuban grandmother who gets up every day with a tired body and a strong spirit. | I am the one who raises children, the one who teaches, the one who cares, the one who resists, the one who fights. I am the one who does not surrender. Don't talk to me about destruction. | Because I come from Mariana, who gave her sons to the war and shouted: "Kneel before your mother, not before the enemy!" | I come from Carlota, who broke chains in Matanzas and was murdered…
(2026-04-10). The Age of the Gilded Apple. counterpunch.org 
Half a century is plenty of time for an Apple to stay fresh, or to rot. The New York Times's Kalley Huang ("For Employee No. 8, Many Changes in Apple's 50-Year History," April 2) traces the evolution of Apple Inc. from a "scrappy start-up that assembled computers by hand" — and whose organic name was
(2026-04-10). Putin announces Orthodox Easter ceasefire with Ukraine. ecns.cn MOSCOW, April 9 ⚪ Russian President Vladimir Putin has announced an Orthodox Easter ceasefire with Ukraine, the Kremlin said Thursday.
(2026-04-10). China issues measures to prevent dengue fever import amid global surge. ecns.cn China's customs authority issued new measures on Thursday to prevent the import of dengue fever, requiring health declarations and stricter quarantine checks for travelers and goods from outbreak areas.
(2026-04-10). Telangana Inter 1st, 2nd Result 2026 – Steps, Link to Check. ummid.com The Telangana State Board of Intermediate Education (TSBIE) is set to announce soon on its official website tsbie.cgg.gov.in the result of the students who had appeared for TS Intermediate 1st (Class 11) and 2nd year (Class 12) 2026 examinations.
(2026-04-10). Anti War Action Network Calls For National Day Of Action On Tax Day. scheerpost.com By Fight Back! News Say NO to Trump's war on Iran! The Anti War Action Network (AWAN) called for a national day of action on Tax Day, April 15, to protest Trump's costly war on Iran. President Trump has asked Congress to authorize an additional $200 billion for his war on Iran while at the same …
(2026-04-10). Trump's Wreckage of Social Security and Medicare. portside.org Trump's Wreckage of Social Security and Medicare |
(2026-04-10). California 175, Slavery Reparations Bureau may engage Global Bond Markets toward solutions. indybay.org California's bond market was via the 1850 compromise that was crafted and supported by New York financial institutions who utilized a most macabre form of collateral: human beings, often prisoners of war, who were also kidnapped from Africa and tortured into centuries of forced labor.
(2026-04-10). Australian university chiefs back Labor's corporate agenda while pleading for funding relief. wsws.org Universities Australia vows to work even more closely with the Albanese government as it enforces its Universities Accord regime.
(2026-04-10). Arson fire destroys major warehouse in Ontario, California. albawaba.com ALBAWABA-A massive six-alarm fire destroyed a 1.2 million-square-foot warehouse operated by Kimberly-Clark in Ontario, California, authorities said, in what investigators are treating as a case of suspected arson.The facility, run by NFI Industries, stored large volumes of consumer paper products, including Kleenex tissues, Scott and Cottonelle toilet paper, and other hygiene goods. Officials said the warehouse played a key role in supplying tissue products to tens of millions of people across the western United States.The fire broke out around 12: 30 a.m. and spread rapidly through highly flammable inventory, pro…
(2026-04-10). UK Monarch issues Easter message after accusations he cares Muslims more. ummid.com British King, Charles III, issued Easter Day message, though belated, after he was accused by a section of Christians he cared Muslims and Islam more.
(2026-04-10). Saturday 4/18: Black History & the Class Struggle: Which Way Forward for the Black Struggle? indybay.org First Congregational Church of Oakland, Reidenbach Hall, 2501 Harrison St. (at 27th St.), Oakland…
(2026-04-10). Turkey's CHP pressure as Istanbul mayor trial drags on. newarab.com 
The corruption trial of Jailed since March last year, Pro…
(2026-04-10). Xi Ruochen: In Search of Good Books. newleftreview.org Where might Chinese-language readers hungry for critical histories and marginalized voices find such books? A history of Sinosphere publishing, charting the relationship between Hong Kong and the Mainland within a broader media ecology from the Revolution to the present.
(2026-04-10). Pentagon violating court order on press access. newarab.com 
(2026-04-10). SA committed to resetting diplomatic relations with US. sanews.gov.za SA committed to resetting diplomatic relations with US | While trade relations between South Africa and the United States face several challenges, President Cyril Ramaphosa says the government is committed to rebuilding political and diplomatic relations with the US. | Speaking at the American Chamber of Commerce South Africa Annual General Meeting on Thursday, the President said he has been engaging the new US Ambassador to South Africa, Ambassador Bozell, on efforts to repair the strained diplomatic relations. | "Yesterday, I had the pleasure of receiving the credentials of the new US Ambassador to South Afric…
(2026-04-10). Meghalaya SSLC Class 10 Result 2026: Check Here. ummid.com The Meghalaya Board of Secondary Education (MBOSE) is releasing on mbose.in and other websites the result and toppers list of Class 10 Secondary School Leaving Certificate (SSLC) examination 2026 today i.e. Tuesday April 07, 2026.
(2026-04-10). CIIE Stories | The eastern answer to Spanish technology. ecns.cn From Madrid to Shanghai, and from ham and olive oil to aerospace and aluminum processing technology, the China International Import Expo (CIIE) acts as a bridge across mountains and seas, enabling Spain's innovative companies to make precise connections with China's industrial and capital chains.
(2026-04-10). New Zealand House of Representatives speaker to visit China. ecns.cn At the invitation of Chairman of the National People's Congress Standing Committee Zhao Leji, Speaker of the New Zealand House of Representatives Gerry Brownlee will lead a delegation to visit China from April 12 to 16.
(2026-04-10). Milwaukee, April 12, 2026: Rally For Justice! Free Salah Sarsour! wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-04-10). Karnataka 2nd PUC (12th) Result 2026: Steps, Link to Check. ummid.com The Karnataka School Examination and Assessment Board (KSEAB) in coordination with Karnataka Department of Pre-University Education (DPUE) is set to declare the results of the Second Year Pre-University (2nd PUC) or Class 12 2025 soon, most likely on April 09, 2026.
(2026-04-10). Milwaukee, April 16, 2026: Teach-In, Analysis of the IHRA Bill Implications How We Keep Fighting for Palestine! wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-04-10). Will EU and Ukraine promote new Maidan in Hungary. infobrics.org European bureaucrats have already chosen their side in the Hungarian parliamentary elections.
(2026-04-10). WeChat restricts AI-generated content, stresses role of human creators. ecns.cn Tencent's WeChat has introduced a series of measures since March to curb the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools on its official accounts platform, amid growing hype on social media around AI-powered "one-person companies", according to media reports.
(2026-04-10). Harriet Tumbled: Now I Know Why Brits Love and Fear for Their NHS. counterpunch.org 
The fall The Twineham Ward of Princess Royal Hospital, Haywards Heath, Sussex, U.K., consists of six bays of patients to the left, multiple offices to the right and a long corridor in between. But to call it a corridor isn't quite right; it's more like a spine because it's the nerve center where senior nurses
(2026-04-10). Sources: Shin Bet chief does not view Jewish attacks on Palestinians as terror. haaretz.com According to security officials, David Zini has deprioritized the Shin Bet division responsible for tackling right-wing extremism – and even refers to such as incidents as 'cases of friction' between Israeli settlers and Palestinians…
(2026-04-10). Democrats Are Badly Failing To Hold Trump Accountable Over Iran. portside.org Democrats Are Badly Failing To Hold Trump Accountable Over Iran |
(2026-04-10). China adds pilot FTZ in Inner Mongolia as opening-up drive accelerates. ecns.cn China has expanded its pilot free trade zones (FTZ) to 23 with the establishment of the China (Inner Mongolia) Pilot Free Trade Zone, the latest move in the country's sustained push for high-standard opening up, according to a plan made public by the State Council Thursday.
(2026-04-10). West Coast Speaking Tour for Minneapolis Anti-ICE Organizers Hits Berkeley, Sacramento. indybay.org Minneapolis organizers launch speaking tour of west coast, hitting Los Angeles, Berkeley, Sacramento, and beyond.
(2026-04-10). Warships Over Words: Taiwan Questions China's "Peace" Narrative. moderndiplomacy.eu Taiwan is raising alarm over a sharp increase in Chinese military activity, even as Beijing publicly promotes dialogue and cooperation with the island's opposition. Officials in Taipei describe a widening gap between China's rhetoric and its actions, with rising deployments of warships and aircraft around the island. This tension comes as Chinese President Xi Jinping …
(2026-04-10). CIIE Stories | Open stage illuminates 'technical glimmers'. ecns.cn Hexagon, a Swedish provider of measurement and information technology specializing in digital solutions, made its debut at the China International Import Expo (CIIE) in 2019. Deeply impressed by the vast potential and openness of the Chinese market, the company decided to establish its China R&D headquarters.
(2026-04-10). Saturday 4/18: Earth Day Protest: "Energy From Heaven" Human Banner at Sunny Ocean Beach SF. indybay.org Ocean Beach – Stairwell 17 | 1000 Great Hwy | San Francisco, CA 94121 | Register here: www.mobilize.us/indivisiblesf/event/9333……
(2026-04-10). SPL 25-26 MW27: Al Nassr leads, Ronaldo narrows gap as top goal scorer. ummid.com Saudi Pro League 2025-26 MW27: Al-Nassr Saudi FC continues to lead as the top team whereas Cristiano Ronaldo narrows the gap as top goal scorer in the Saudi Pro League 2025-26 standings released after Matchweek 27 ending Sunday April 05, 2026.
(2026-04-10). Turkish municipal workers support Will Lehman's UAW presidential campaign. wsws.org The WSWS has received messages of support for Lehman's campaign from workers at the Kadƒ±kà∂y, Maltepe, and ≈ûi≈üli municipalities in Istanbul.
(2026-04-10). Starmer says NATO in US's 'interests' as Gulf tour ends. newarab.com 
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer insisted on Friday that NATO was "in America's interests" as Starmer's comments followed "It is in America's…
(2026-04-10). 86.48% Pass Karnataka 12th Exam 2026 – Full List of Toppers. ummid.com The Karnataka Secondary Education Examination Board (KSEEB) has announced on its official website karresults.nic.in the results of the Higher Secondary 12th (Karnataka 2nd PUC) 2026, also known Class 12 exams, along with details of toppers and their marks.
(2026-04-10). Sunderland football fans launch petition to ban Nigel Farage from the club. thecanary.co 
Supporters of Sunderland AFC have launched a petition to keep Nigel Farage away from the football club. Farage and Reform are predatory in working-class cities like Sunderland The Reform UK leader was in Sunderland last month to launch the party's local election campaign. For the first time all of Sunderland's 75 council seats will be up […] | By
(2026-04-10). saved me. It gave me a community — and my. haaretz.com This week at Ben-Gurion Airport: A Russian-Israeli who had a complex childhood and found a safe space — and love — through online gaming, and two violinists who are partners on stage, and in life…
(2026-04-10). 2026 Assembly Elections: Polling Ends in Kerala, Assam, Puducherry. ummid.com 2026 Assembly Elections: Polling ended Thursday April 09, 2026 in the 3 of the 5 Indian States with Puducherry registering a voting percentage of 89.87% followed by Assam 84.42% and Kerala 78.21%…
(2026-04-10). 'Local News Is a Genuine Public Good We Need for Our Democracy': CounterSpin interview with Alex Frandsen on Local News Day. fair.org 
(2026-04-10). Energy as War: From Oil Fields to Cobalt Mines. counterpunch.org 
(2026-04-10). A Redditor Criticized ICE. Trump Is Trying to Unmask Them by Dragging the Company to a Secret Grand Jury.>. theintercept.com 
An ICE summons to get the user's identity failed. Advocates worry the move to a grand jury signals an escalation of the war on dissent.
(2026-04-10). Hamas delegation to hold Cairo talks with Board of Peace envoy. newarab.com 
(2026-04-10). China removes tens of thousands of 'AI-modified' videos in content crackdown. ecns.cn China's television regulator said it has removed tens of thousands of AI-altered videos and penalized multiple accounts as part of a campaign to curb problematic online content.
(2026-04-10). Xi meets KMT leader Cheng Li-wun in Beijing. ecns.cn Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, on Friday morning met with Cheng Li-wun, chairwoman of the Chinese Kuomintang (KMT) party, in Beijing.
(2026-04-10). Royal Rift: Prince Harry's Charity in Legal Battle. devdiscourse.com In an unfolding legal drama, Sentebale, the charity co-founded by Prince Harry, has initiated a libel lawsuit against him at the High Court in London. The public filing reveals the charity's allegations of defamation caused by an adverse media campaign spearheaded by the Duke of Sussex and Mark Dyer.
(2026-04-10). The New Intelligence Challenge: How China Exploits Israel's Internal Divisions to Outmaneuver Mossad. moderndiplomacy.eu The Israeli intelligence apparatus, particularly the Mossad and Shin Bet, faces a growing challenge stemming from the Chinese strategy of its State Security Service (MSS). The MSS acts as China's foreign intelligence agency, aiming for soft Chinese penetration of Israeli civil society, human rights groups, and liberal circles. This strategy exploits internal divisions within Israeli …
(2026-04-10). Jacobin and the DSA sow complacency to demobilize opposition to war against Iran. wsws.org The house organ of the Democratic Socialists of America seeks to conceal the depth of the political crisis precipitated by the war and Trump's threats of genocide against Iran.
(2026-04-10). Reporters: Cover the Integrity of the Next Election, not the Horse Race. juancole.com By A few weeks before the 2020 presidential election, I wrote "
(2026-04-10). Is Israel Waging a War of Terror? globalresearch.ca People keep asking, "Why?" Why is Israel bombing entire civilizations into oblivion? Is it really about oil or the Greater Israel, or even money — or is it more about the infliction of 'terror'?
(2026-04-10). New festival brings workers' struggle and solidarity to Cornwall coast. thecanary.co 
Trade unionists, families, and campaigners will gather on the Cornwall coast this June for Unite on the Hill. It's a new festival that aims to combine culture, community, and class politics. Branch SW008 of the Unite union is organising the event. It'll take place from 19—21 June 2026 at Maker Heights (PL10 1LA) and bring […] | By
(2026-04-10). Black Service Members Warn Military Is Moving Backward. capitalbnews.org 
A troubling notion has gripped some Black current and former service members: The U.S. military — long seen as a pathway to opportunity in Black communities — seems to be drifting backward, toward a more segregated time. "[Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth] came into office promising to turn the military into a color-blind meritocracy — it is …
(2026-04-10). Karnataka 12th Board Result 2026: Date: April 09, Time: 03:00 PM. ummid.com The Karnataka School Examination and Assessment Board (KSEAB) is declaring the results of the Second Year Pre-University (2nd PUC) or Class 12 2026 today i.e. Thursday April 09, 2026.
(2026-04-10). Claims of Victory, Reality of Defeat: The True Picture of the America-Iran War. globalresearch.ca When the announcement of a two-week ceasefire between America and Iran was made, the world collectively exhaled in relief. | For more than a month, the clouds of war had loomed over West Asia, casting a shadow of fear not only …
(2026-04-10). KVS Balvatika Admission List 2026 Published, Where to Check. ummid.com Kendriya Vidyalaya Admission 2026-27 List: The Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS) has released on its website www.kvsangathan.nic.in the KV Admission First List (lottery result) of Balvatika-1 & 3 and Class 1 for the academic year 2026-27.
(2026-04-10). Book launch announcement: 'War Diaries, Volume 2: The Russia-Ukraine War, 2024'. gilbertdoctorow.com 
Gilbert Doctorow Apr 10, 2026 I take pleasure in announcing that Volume 2, 2024 has just been placed on sale by Amazon throughout its worldwide websites. Within a week or so an e-book version will be added. Armageddon Newsletter is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free …
(2026-04-10). If the AFL-CIO had a convention, would anyone notice? mronline.org 
Current AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler, always eager to share the news that "public opinion polls show that big majorities of working people in the U.S. support unions…"
(2026-04-10). Ceasefire Shakes Dollar Dominance. moderndiplomacy.eu The US dollar is heading for its sharpest weekly decline since January, as global markets react to a fragile ceasefire linked to tensions involving Iran. During the peak of the conflict, the dollar surged as investors rushed toward safe haven assets amid rising oil prices, inflation fears, and market volatility. Now, with a tentative pause …
(2026-04-10). To Prevent the Extinction of Canada Lynx, the Forest Service Must Stop Clearcutting Lynx Habitat. counterpunch.org 
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service listed Canada lynx as "threatened" under the Endangered Species Act in 1999. Federal designation of "Lynx Critical Habitat" was intended to not only recover lynx but also recover the ecosystems upon which lynx depend for survival. Canada lynx are comparable to the bobcat in size and particularly distinguished by
(2026-04-10). Artemis II Astronauts' Historic Return: A Step Toward Mars. devdiscourse.com The Artemis II mission marked the first crewed lunar voyage in over half a century, as astronauts Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch, and Jeremy Hansen headed back to Earth. Their journey aimed to pave the way for eventual Mars exploration.
(2026-04-10). Israeli soldiers beat elderly Palestinian woman to death during West Bank home raid. mronline.org 
Israeli soldiers beat a 68-year-old Palestinian woman to death during a raid on her home in the town of Jayyous, in the northern occupied West Bank on Tuesday.
(2026-04-10). China's CPI rises 1% in March. ecns.cn China's consumer price index (CPI) rose 1 percent year on year in March, data from the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) showed on Friday.
(2026-04-10). Emilie Bickerton: Subterranean Godard. newleftreview.org Emilie Bickerton on Michael Witt, Jean-Luc Godard's Unmade and Abandoned Projects. A 'negative' history that sheds new light on the master filmmaker.
(2026-04-10). Galaxy S26 Ultra Unlocks New Perspectives in Sports Broadcasting. ummid.com Galaxy S26 Ultra's pro-grade camera redefines the role of mobile devices in sports, delivering a fresh visual experience of skateboarding that reflects the intensity of the sport itself, Samsung Electronics said.
(2026-04-10). Idaho constructs remote-controlled firing squad chamber: A method of state killing with a merciless history. wsws.org In the gruesome landscape of state-sanctioned murder in the US, the construction of a remote-controlled firing squad chamber in Idaho stands out for its calculated, savagery.
(2026-04-10). International security cooperation seminar held in Beijing. ecns.cn The Chinese Ministry of National Defense held a seminar on international security cooperation from Thursday to Friday, attended by foreign military attachés to China and representatives from international organizationsChina offices.
(2026-04-10). SF Democrat Scott Bill SB 1065 Threatens Lives & Health & Safety. indybay.org San Francisco Democratic State Senator Scott Wiener who is running for Nancy Pelosi's seat in Congress has introduced a bill that that threatens the health and safety of apprentices. He also supported Newsom's budget bill that cut $16 million from Cal-OSHA. There are less than 200 Cal-Osha inspectors for 18 million workers.
(2026-04-10). 14 Government Reforms the Media Has Largely Ignored Over Recent Weeks. bylinetimes.com You will be forgiven for missing a raft of new significant developments over the past few weeks that do not concern the actions of Donald Trump. | Nonetheless, from climate action to new laws being proposed, the UK's Labour Government has been busy with some pretty major reforms, as well as some smaller initiatives that could significantly affect people's lives. | Most of these have been buried well away from the newspaper front pages. | So here's a collection of some recent news from Westminster and Whitehall you may have not seen, as part of an occasional series looking at what the Government is really getti…
(2026-04-10). Austrian researchers develop QR code thinner than human hair. ummid.com Researchers from TU Wien, a public research university in Vienna, Austria have developed a QR code which is thinner than human hair, setting a new benchmark in miniaturization.
(2026-04-10). Georgia: Deported Azerbaijani Journalist at Risk. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Azerbaijani journalist Afgan Sadigov detained in Tbilisi, Georgia, 2024. | © 2024 RFE/RL | (Berlin, April 10, 2026) — Georgian authorities forcibly returned an exiled Azerbaijani journalist, Afgan Sadigov, to Azerbaijan, exposing him to a credible risk of politically motivated prosecution and ill-treatment, Human Rights Watch said today. The authorities deported him without a meaningful assessment of these risks in proceedings that raise serious due process concerns. Their actions call into question the good faith of both governments with respect to their obligations under th…
(2026-04-10). Madhya Pradesh 10th, 12th Result 2026: Steps, Link to Check. ummid.com The Madhya Pradesh Board of School Education (MPBSE) is most likely declaring the Higher Secondary School Certificate (HSSC) Class 12 and High School Certificate (HSC) Class 10 Matric results on its official website mpresults.nic.in by April 15, 2026, multiple media reports said.
(2026-04-10). CIIE Stories | Frontline guardians of the CIIE at customs. ecns.cn The "CIIE Commitment" Youth Vanguard Team of the Shanghai Exhibition and Convention Center Customs House serves as a key support force for the China International Import Expo (CIIE) and a calling card of the CIIE spirit. Established in 2018, the team's work behind the six-day event reflects more than half a year of preparation and dedication by customs officers.
(2026-04-10). Who's Counting? Gas Prices, the Stock Market, and Dead Children. counterpunch.org 
Collapsing in panic over the price of gas is a characteristically incoherent American tradition. The highly paid press, political officials, and the same people who ignore as a matter of routine the rising costs of housing, health care, and higher education treat a 25-cent-per-gallon jump in fuel as tantamount to the apocalypse. Meanwhile, something similar to the apocalypse actually threatens livable ecology on Earth (the universe's only habitable planet for those keeping count), largely due to the extraction of fossil fuels, but biodiversity in a boiling world is hardly relevant. Or, at least, that is what one…
(2026-04-10). Nausicaa Renner: Party and Class. newleftreview.org Nausicaa Renner on Paul Heideman, Rogue Elephant. Hollowed-out parties and capitalist sectoralization said to underlie the Trumpian capture of the GOP.
(2026-04-10). BREAKING: U.S. Fertility Rate Collapses to Lowest Level Ever Recorded. globalresearch.ca A newly released In 2025, the general fertility rate fell to just 53.1 births per 1,000 women aged 15—44, …
(2026-04-10). Iran agrees for ceasefire with US, opening of Hormuz Strait. ummid.com In an important move towards deescalation in the Middle East, Iran and United States Tuesday April 07, 2026 agreed for ceasefire and opening of Hormuz Strait.
(2026-04-10). Kathy Hochul Has One Last Chance To Do the Right Thing on Climate. portside.org Kathy Hochul Has One Last Chance To Do the Right Thing on Climate |
(2026-04-10). King Charles Explains to Aussie Flood Victims They Should have Done More about Climate Change. wattsupwiththat.com As Australia wakes up to the Iran War reality we still need fossil fuel, King Charles chooses now to push his climate obsession.
(2026-04-10). From connectivity to heartfelt bonds, China-ASEAN stories rise from everyday life. ecns.cn From the rapid expansion of the New International Land-Sea Trade Corridor to the growing momentum of the China—Thailand Railway; from the 350 km/h Jakarta—Bandung High-Speed Railway to the steady progress of Malaysia's East Coast Rail Link, China and ASEAN are breaking down geographic barriers through stronger connectivity and deepening ties between their peoples. | Each transport corridor and border crossing tells vivid, down-to-earth stories of cross-border lives. Through youthful exchanges and genuine connection, the friendship between China and ASEAN continues to flourish across mountains and seas…
(2026-04-10). How to Stop a Data Center. counterpunch.org 
"Why do you think you can stop a $1.2billion University of Michigan and Los Alamos project?" was the first Instagram message we received at the launch of the Stop the Data Center campaign in Ypsilanti, Michigan. For us, the question was not "why?" but "how?" Our campaign is built against an exceptional and horrifying facility
(2026-04-10). Palestinian journalist describes losing prosthetic eye in Israeli prison. aljazeera.com Palestinian journalist Muath Amarne said his prosthetic eye fell out after an infection while in Israeli detention.
(2026-04-10). Friday 4/10: TDC Werkers Union Rally. indybay.org The Diversity Center, 1117 Soquel Ave, Santa Cruz…
(2026-04-10). Unite announces 24-hour strike action at Glasgow, Strathclyde and Edinburgh Napier universities. thecanary.co 
Unite the union have announced that 1,000 workers will stage a 24-hour walkout at Glasgow, Strathclyde and Edinburgh Napier universities. The industrial action will take place on 10 April 2026, as a demonstration against the universities' imposed real-terms pay cut. Most of Unite's staff in Glasgow, Strathclyde and Edinburgh Napier are employed in non-academic roles, […] | By
(2026-04-10). Animatronic pig to tour Scotland exposing 'pregnancy cage cruelty'. thecanary.co 
Humane World for Animals UK will take its campaign to ban farrowing crates across Scotland from 11-14 April. The charity will bring a life-size animatronic pig named Penny to towns and cities to highlight the harsh reality faced by tens of thousands of mother pigs on farms. Penny will appear inside a metal crate like […] | By
(2026-04-10). 2 missing workers in Grays Ferry parking garage collapse 'presumed dead.' Philly residents call it a tragedy. whyy.org 
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Rescue and recovery efforts continued Thursday to locate two people missing after Mayor Cherelle Parker said Thursday night that the missing are still unaccounted for and are presumed dead. | Part of the concrete str…
(2026-04-10). FM meets with DPRK counterpart, both pledge closer cooperation. ecns.cn Foreign Minister Wang Yi said that China is ready to work with the Democratic People's Republic of Korea to consolidate the positive momentum of bilateral relations, deliver greater benefits to the two peoples, and jointly promote regional peace and development, during his talks with DPRK Foreign Minister Choe Son-hui in Pyongyang on Thursday.
(2026-04-10). CIIE Stories | CIIE: a 'fast track' and a 'green channel'. ecns.cn Elekta is a regular participant in the China International Import Expo (CIIE). Its debut at the first CIIE marked a milestone for the company. That year, Elekta launched a groundbreaking product globally, which quickly drew widespread attention through the platform.
(2026-04-10). 'Mad King' Donald Trump Posts Snuff Film On Truth Social. newsone.com 
Source: Tom Williams / Getty | On Thursday night, the president of the United States shared what was essentially a snuff film on his social media account. Those of us who have been paying attention to the many public humiliations President Donald Trump has faced as of late — between his many federal court losses, his
(2026-04-10). Google unpacks Gemma 4 capable of multi-step planning, deep logic. ummid.com U.S. IT major, Google, Thursday April 02, 2026 unpacked Gemma 4 – a new generation of open models capable of multi-step planning and deep logic.
(2026-04-10). Bolobedu Solar Plant fires up SA's energy security. sanews.gov.za Bolobedu Solar Plant fires up SA's energy security | Government has welcomed the successful commissioning of the Bolobedu Solar Plant, a 148-megawatt (MW) photovoltaic facility in Limpopo province. | The plant was completed in April 2026 and commissioned by mineral resources company, Rio Tinto. | "This milestone represents a significant contribution to South Africa's ongoing efforts to diversify its energy mix, strengthen energy security, and accelerate the transition to a low-carbon economy. | "The plant, which spans approximately 347 hectares, is expected to generate around 300 gigawatt-hours (GWh) of clean e…
(2026-04-10). War on Iran disrupts efforts to save the Asiatic cheetah, world's rarest big cat. mronline.org 
Before the war began in February 2026, there was some rare good news for Iran's imperiled Asiatic cheetahs.
(2026-04-10). Susan Watkins: Trump Abroad. newleftreview.org In which direction is America heading, amid the strategic cacophony of Trump's second term—counter-revolution in the Caribbean, onslaught on Iran, somersaults on China? Analysis of the political logics at stake as the US ratchets up from covert to overt assassinations; from wars of attrition to wars of overthrow.
(2026-04-10). Saturday 4/11: Using the Frontier Thesis to explain White Christian Nationalism: another walking tour. indybay.org meet in the lobby of the American Youth Hostel | 312 Mason Street | San Francisco…
(2026-04-10). The Architecture of Exclusion: The Global Offensive Against the Right to Migrate. counterpunch.org 
From the raids by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) at U.S. airports to the approval of the controversial Return Regulation in the European Union, the world is witnessing an 'ICE-ization' of migration policies. This 'ICE-ization' is characterized by the externalization of borders, prolonged detention, and the criminalization of undocumented individuals, which is generating an
(2026-04-10). Auriemma's Personal Apology to Dawn Staley Reflects Years of Her Principled Institutional Leadership. moguldom.com Geno Auriemma directly apologized to South Carolina coach Dawn Staley on Tuesday evening, saying he "lost myself" during a heated postgame confrontation after his UConn team's 62-48 Final Four loss. This was his second statement in four days, but the first to address Staley by name—a meaningful pivot that signals genuine accountability from the legendary …
(2026-04-10). Has the Position of College Graduates Worsened? peoplespolicyproject.org 
(2026-04-10). Desperation Mode? Ukraine Strikes Russian Energy Hub in Attempt to Drag Europe Into Prolonged War. globalresearch.ca While the global spotlight has been on the volatile aftermath of the
(2026-04-10). Education in Palestine 'continues against all odds', says university coordinator. thecanary.co 
"In Palestine, as a student, you don't live a normal life," Sundos Hammad, coordinator of the Right to Education (R2E) campaign at Birzeit University in the occupied West Bank, told the Canary. You go to university not knowing if there will be a raid of your campus, if you will be arrested or harassed at the […] | By
(2026-04-10). SEPTA wants money for new buses, trains and station upgrades in 2027 budget proposal. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? SEPTA is proposing a $2.7 billion budget proposal for fiscal year 2027 to begin purchasing roughly 250 new hybrid buses, add taller turnstiles at subway stations and invest in its aging infrastructure, among other things. | Service cuts not on the table: | SEPTA is requesting a one-time transfer of capital funds to its operating budget following an emergency approval from the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation. This will keep full service levels going through…
(2026-04-10). Milei to light Israel celebration torches with 'genocidal' rabbi. newarab.com 
Israel's Transportation Minister Miri Regev, who is overseeing the ceremony, said Milei would be among those lighting torches at the official event, citing his strong support for Israel. | "In these very…
(2026-04-10). Netanyahu seeks Lebanon talks under fire, as strikes continue despite ceasefire push. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he has ordered the immediate opening of direct negotiations with Lebanon, focusing on the disarmament of Hezbollah and the normalization of relations, even as Israeli airstrikes continued across the country.Netanyahu said the proposed talks should begin as soon as possible and welcomed Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam's recent call for disarming non-state armed groups in Beirut, describing it as a constructive step.The announcement came hours after US President Donald Trump urged Israel to scale back its military campaign to preserve momentum behind the…
(2026-04-10). Sunday 4/12: Dream On Beloved: Social Justice & Peace Workshops and Mutual Aid Fair. indybay.org Oakland Peace Center | 111 Fairmount Avenue | Oakland, CA 94611 | FREE…
(2026-04-10). Costas Lapavitsas: A Topography of the New Dollar Imperialism. newleftreview.org Topography of the contemporary world economy as a system of subordination, structured by the primacy of Fed-backed dollar-liquidity and a world division of labour jointly configured by productive and financial capital, generating forms of peripheral financialization. Monetary dominance—ultimately underwritten by military force?
(2026-04-10). Indonesia urges 'thorough' probe on Lebanon peacekeeper deaths. newarab.com 
In the joint statement, the countries urged the
(2026-04-10). Six Non-Negotiable Terms from International Scholars and Former Officials from 30 Countries to End the U.S. War on Iran Amid Trump's Threat of War Crimes. globalresearch.ca The conscience of humanity resists "everything for us, nothing for others," the creed of the predatory empire erected on the corpses of nations. The shameless rapacity and insolence have reached their zenith, and Trump's threats illustrate the depraved spirit of …
(2026-04-10). Trump might leave NATO to take Greenland and allow Turkish-Israeli showdown. infobrics.org In addition to snatching Greenland from Denmark, leaving NATO would also allow the Trump administration to avoid another geopolitical hurdle — the growing Turkish-Israeli rivalry. Although it may seem far-fetched now, such a scenario is far from impossible, as America could then just pull a Pilatian move and leave Ankara and Tel Aviv to "fight it out".
(2026-04-10). Saturday 4/18: Trump Regime Takedown (every Saturday). indybay.org corner of Van Ness and O'Farrell St, San Francisco…
(2026-04-10). Firefighters hold more strikes across New Zealand. wsws.org While the government insists that 2,000 Fire and Emergency NZ workers must take a pay cut, the opposition Labour Party, with the support of the union leaders, is seeking to divert workers' anger behind its election campaign.
(2026-04-10). Middle East conflict to weigh on Asia-Pacific growth: ADB. ecns.cn Economic growth in developing Asia and the Pacific is projected to slow to 5.1% in both 2026 and 2027, down from 5.4% in 2025, as the ongoing conflict in the Middle East and persistent trade uncertainty dampen the regional outlook, the Asian Development Bank (ADB) said on Friday.
(2026-04-10). Undercover Game: Spy Thriller Unfolds in Dehradun. devdiscourse.com The Uttarakhand Police's Special Task Force (STF) has apprehended a man, Vikrant Kashyap, suspected of espionage for Pakistan-based terrorist entities.
(2026-04-10). France pulls $15B in gold from US as "Transatlantic divorce" unfolds amid Iranian war. infobrics.org France's withdrawal of $15 billion in gold from US custody should draw attention beyond financial circles. Combined with its Middle East stance and recognition of Palestine, Paris appears to be redefining its strategic alignment. Europe's growing divergence from Washington suggests deeper structural changes. The transatlantic relationship may be entering a new phase or even ending.
(2026-04-10). SEBA HSLC 2026 Result Out, Check Full List of Toppers. ummid.com The Board of Secondary Education Assam (SEBA) has declared the result of HSLC/AHM Class 10th Examination 2026 on its official website sebaonline.org today i.e. Friday April 10, 2026 along with the HSLC Merit List and List of Toppers.
(2026-04-10). From General to President: Myanmar's Fragile Reset. moderndiplomacy.eu Myanmar's new president, Min Aung Hlaing, has formally assumed office, marking a transition from military chief to civilian head of state following the Myanmar coup 2021. The move consolidates his control after years of political upheaval, civil conflict, and international isolation. In his inauguration speech, he acknowledged the scale of challenges facing the country, while …
(2026-04-10). Nepal PM Balen Shah joins Muslim family for lunch, video goes viral. ummid.com A video of the newly elected Prime Minister of Nepal, Balen Shah, visiting a Muslim family and having lunch has gone viral.
(2026-04-10). Pentagon plays down rift with Vatican despite Pope Leo's criticism. scmp.com The Pentagon and the Vatican denied allegations of a rift following Pope Leo's criticism of the Trump administration and a news report of a contentious meeting between a papal envoy and a top US defence official. | In separate statements, the two sides both professed an eagerness to get along, saying the meeting that occurred in January was frank but polite. The Defence Department issued a statement that said "we have nothing but the highest regard and welcome continued dialogue with the Holy…
(2026-04-10). Vietnam's top leader To Lam to visit China from April 14 to 17. ecns.cn At the invitation of General Secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee and Chinese President Xi Jinping, General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and Vietnamese President To Lam will pay a state visit to China from April 14 to 17.
(2026-04-10). NYT's Excuses for Lack of Reporters in Iran Don't Add Up. fair.org 
The New York Times posted this image in response to a tweet by attorney/journalist Dimitri Lascaris ( A New York Times spokesperson issued a statement on X (
(2010-04-26). Sindh announces early closure of markets, malls under austerity measures. tribune.com.pk 
The Sindh government announced new operating hours for markets, restaurants, and wedding halls on Friday under austerity measures aimed at coping with the fuel crisis amid tensions in the Middle East, according to a notification issued by the home department. | Earlier this week, the federal government decided to close markets and shopping malls across Punjab, Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (K-P), Balochistan, Islamabad Capital Territory, Gilgit-Baltistan (G-B), and Azad Jammu and Kashmir by 8pm. | The decision was made during a key review meeting chaired by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, which focused on energy-saving st…
(2026-04-10). Protest Against Drone Warfare Closes Two Gates at Holloman Air Force Base. indybay.org The annual protest action, Shut Down Drone Warfare, temporarily shuts down two gates at Holloman AFB near Alamogordo, New Mexico, urging drone pilots to refuse to fly weaponized drones to commit war crimes.
(2026-04-10). Public urged to shape new whistleblower protection law. sanews.gov.za Public urged to shape new whistleblower protection law | Government has called on South Africans to help shape a sweeping new law aimed at protecting whistleblowers. | Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development, Mmamaloko Kubayi, on Thursday unveiled the proposed Protected Disclosures Bill in Pretoria, describing it as a "critical intervention" to safeguard individuals who come forward with information on wrongdoing. | But while the Bill introduces far-reaching reforms, Kubayi stressed that it is still a proposal — and its final strength will depend on public input before the 14 May 2026 deadline.
(2026-04-10). US under Donald Trump is already in Stone Age. ummid.com If we look closely at the current United States landscape under the Trumpian 'MAGA' era, a very obvious realization emerges: America has already gone back to the Stone Age.
(2026-04-10). America's $2.5 Trillion National Security Budget for FY 2027. counterpunch.org 
The table below displays the total US National Security budget. The amounts shown are not restricted to what constitutes Pentagon spending or the larger "National Defense" (050) budget function. Also included in the broader National Security category are the Veterans Administration (the human costs of wars), the State Department (diplomacy, arms sales, etc.) and Homeland
(2026-04-10). WFP warns Lebanon facing food security crisis due Israeli war. newarab.com 
Lebanon is facing a food security crisis due to Israel's offensive against militant group A fragile two-day-old ceasefire has halted the campaign of
(2026-04-10). Shin Bet chief 'downplaying' settler terror surge in West Bank. newarab.com 
Israel's A report published by Haaretz on Thursday said staff within Israel's domestic intelligence agency have expressed growing frustration over its handling of rising Jewish extremism in
(2026-04-10). All with Cuba: Against the threat of imperialist aggression and for the right to life. radiohc.cu From the International Committee for Peace, Justice, and Dignity for the Peoples, we call upon men and women of goodwill to join the actions that will take place around the world from April 19th onward, in the Centennial Year of Fidel Castro and the 65th anniversary of the Bay of Pigs (Playa Giron) invasion, the first defeat of imperialism in Latin America.
(2026-04-10). Wednesday 4/8: Stop War on IRAN. End the war for good. National Day of Action. indybay.org Powell and Market Streets, San Francisco…
(2026-04-10). What Marx actually meant by dialectics. mronline.org 
Marx's dialectic is misinterpreted, twisted, and vulgarized to this day, 180 years after he first expounded on his method.
(2026-04-10). Cyclone Vaianu: First impacts could be felt Saturday amid severe NZ warnings. asiapacificreport.nz RNZ News Severe weather warnings are set to come into place this weekend as Cyclone Vaianu bears down on New Zealand. Coromandel and parts of the Bay of Plenty are expected to be the worst-affected, though no part of the North Island will escape unscathed, forecasters warn. A state of emergency has been declared for…
(2026-04-10). Ahead of Hungary Election, JD Vance Campaigns with Orbán in Show of Support for Far Right in Europe. democracynow.org 
Amid strains in U.S.-European relations, the Trump administration has worked to strengthen ties with Hungary and its far-right leader, Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, who is facing his biggest challenge in 16 years. With just days to go before parliamentary elections, Orbán's Fidesz party is trailing the center-right pro-EU Tisza party led by Péter Magyar. U.S. Vice President JD Vance traveled to Budapest this week and appeared alongside Orbán to openly campaign for his reelection. | "This election is really crucial, not just for Hungary, but for the international right wing," says Kim Lane Scheppe…
(2026-04-10). If Kushner Was Smart, He'd Invest in Rope: Israel's Lynching Law for Palestinians Law. counterpunch.org 
That there exist dozens of laws designed to protect and to benefit Israeli Jews to the exclusion of all other non-Jewish citizens is beyond debate; indeed it's very much settled by the literal verse of its numerous supremacist statutes and regulations. To find tens of thousands of Palestinian political prisoners disappeared through a military "justice" system that detains them indefinitely … with children, the elderly and those in between sitting uncharged, unprosecuted, unconvicted, unsentenced, and battered and bruised, has long been the norm blinked by the Israeli civil society and its courts. Yet, with the…
(2026-04-10). US's Erosion of the Right to Cartoon Is No Laughing Matter. scheerpost.com Hank Kennedy for FAIR (Fairness and Accuracy in Reporting) During World War II, cartoonist Bill Mauldin was summoned to a meeting with Gen. George S. Patton. Mauldin's Stars and Stripes cartoons drew Patton's ire over his matter-of-fact depictions of war and American GIs. To Mauldin, war was no fun adventure. In Up Front, his Willie and Joe were war-weary and …
(2026-04-10). UK campaign backs Abu Sittah as GMC moves to overturn acquittal. newarab.com 
Supporters of Palestine in Britain have launched a campaign to defend British-Palestinian plastic surgeon Ghassan Abu Sittah, amid concerns that the The Medical Practitioners Tribunal had cleared
(2026-04-10). All Wars Are Bankers' Wars: Iran and the Bankers' Endgame. scheerpost.com Ellen Brown ScheerPost"The powers of financial capitalism had another far reaching aim, nothing less than to create a world system of financial control in private hands able to dominate the political system of each country and the economy of the world as a whole." —Prof. Caroll Quigley, Georgetown University, Tragedy and Hope (1966) In February 2026, the United States …
(2026-04-10). CIIE Stories | Innovative power driving sustainable development. ecns.cn At the CIIE, Muhua also connected with a Chinese security technology company, and together they developed AI intelligent detection technology to assess durian quality. This collaboration has significantly enhanced the standardization and international competitiveness of Malaysian durians, while also contributing to the development of Malaysia's rural economy.
(2026-04-10). Thursday 4/16: Tell Target To STAND UP TO ICE! indybay.org Metreon Target: 789 Mission Street. Meet on the sidewalk by the Mission Street entrance.
(2026-04-10). The transferable skills that power a founder's day-to-day tasks. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-04-10). Tidbits-Apr 9-Reader Comments: Everything on Hold for Two Weeks-Time To Protest, Call on Congress: No More War With Iran: After 8 Million in the Streets — What Comes Next?; Abuse and Exploitation in the Restaurant Industry; May Day Rally, March NYC. portside.org Tidbits-Apr 9-Reader Comments: Everything on Hold for Two Weeks-Time To Protest, Call on Congress: No More War With Iran: After 8 Million in the Streets — What Comes Next?; Abuse and Exploitation in the Restaurant Industry; May Day Rally, March NYC |
(2026-04-10). Friday 4/17: They Tried to Silence Us: Personal Stories of Political Imprisonment. indybay.org Online | www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/they-tried……
(2026-04-10). RBI Seeks Ways for Russia to Use Rupee Reserves, Official Says. infobrics.org India is exploring additional ways for Russia to utilize its accumulated rupee reserves, according to a senior central bank official…
(2026-04-10). Israeli settlers repeatedly try to sacrifice animals at al-Aqsa. newarab.com 
According to the Palestinian Authority's
(2026-04-10). Friday 4/10: Protest at the israeli consulate. indybay.org 456 Montgomery St, SF…
(2026-04-10). Japan's new long-range missiles put US-China on collision course. responsiblestatecraft.org In the lead-up to the most consequential U.S.-China summit in years, Japan's deployment of new long-range missiles is provoking China and raising the risk that the U.S. will get pulled into a cycle of escalation in East Asia.On March 31, Japan
(2026-04-10). Greens Organise pledge against austerity. thecanary.co 
Overflowing bins. Closed sports centres. Libraries run by unpaid volunteers. That's the reality in towns and cities up and down Britain. Austerity is the cause, introduced by the Conservative-LibDem coalition. Labour have continued with austerity. Reform have promised austerity on steroids, with something between £40 billion and £150 billion of cuts per year, but they […] | By
(2026-04-10). Lessons from the Zapatistas: From Armed Insurgency to People's Autonomy (Review). nacla.org 
A new book summarizes nearly 30 years of Zapatista political activity, tracing the construction of Mayan self-governance, unpacking the insurgency's "critical theory," and drawing lessons for the present.
(2026-04-10). It's Time to Slash US Military Spending by Half. counterpunch.org 
Imagine in Iran that instead of spending their wealth — billions of dollars supporting terrorists or weapons, [they] had spent that money helping the people of Iran. You'd have a much different country. —Secretary of State Marco Rubio It's not possible for us to take care of daycare, Medicaid, Medicare, all these individual things. .
(2026-04-10). Dialectics, Iran And The Long Durée Of Anticolonial Revolution. popularresistance.org Dialectical and historical materialism cannot be understated as critically important in understanding the "war on Iran". The framework is indispensable for moving beyond the phenomena of geopolitics (sanctions, military posturing, diplomatic tensions) to grasp the essential phenomena: the structural contradictions of imperialism in its current, neocolonial phase. By examining the nation-state as an enclosure, the process of primitive accumulation, and the dialectic between the dictatorship of capital and the dictatorship of the proletariat, we can see the war on Iran not as a discrete conflict between nation-stat…
(2026-04-10). CARTOONS: Pauline Hanson is gaga for Trump and MAGA. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-04-10). How the Trump administration's climate math doesn't add up. grist.org 
When President Donald Trump talks about climate change, he often recycles one well-known, shaky argument: that doing anything about it will be a financial disaster. After pulling out of the Paris climate agreement, he said it was costing the U.S. "trillions of dollars that other countries were not paying." He's also said that President Joe Biden's plan to boost electric vehicles threatened the auto industry with "
(2026-04-10). Six Non Negotiable Terms From International Scholars and Former Officials From 30 Countries to End the U.S. War on Iran Amid Trump's Threat of War Crimes. counterpunch.org The conscience of humanity resists "everything for us, nothing for others," the creed of the predatory empire erected on the corpses of nations. The shameless rapacity and insolence have reached their zenith, and Trump's threats illustrate the depraved spirit of a decaying civilisation. We must not be passive witnesses, but active architects of a new
(2026-04-10). KEAM 2026: Candidates in Gulf given option to change exam center. ummid.com The Office of the Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE) Government of Kerala has given options to candidates, who are in the Gulf countries and have registered for KEAM 2026 Entrance Examination, to change their exam centers.
(2026-04-10). Acting President Delcy Rodríguez Arrives in Grenada on First Official State Visit. orinocotribune.com Caracas ( Acting President Rodríguez was accompanied by a high-level ministerial delegation, including Foreign Minister Yván Gil, Information Minister Miguel à…
(2026-04-10). Trump's selective service filing prepares for activation of US military draft. wsws.org A Trump administration filing reveals preparations to activate a military draft for men aged 18 to 26 as Washington readies wider imperialist war.
(2026-04-10). Thailand: Security Agency Implicated in Attack on Muslim Lawmaker. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Kamonsak Leewamoh, a Muslim member of parliament and human rights lawyer, Thailand, December 2025. | © 2025 Private | (Bangkok) — Thai authorities should urgently, thoroughly, and impartially investigate the assassination attempt on Kamonsak Leewamoh, a Muslim member of parliament and prominent human rights lawyer, Human Rights Watch said today. On March 20, 2026, at about 1 a.m., gunmen in a pickup truck opened fire with M-16 assault rifles at Kamonsak's minivan as he was arriving at his house in Narathiwat province's Bacho district. Kamonsak was not hit, but his assistant a…
(2026-04-10). America Is Losing the World—and It Doesn't Know How to Stop. scheerpost.com Joshua Scheer The so-called ceasefire is already cracking—and anyone paying attention knows why. In this wide-ranging and unsettling conversation, retired U.S. Colonel Lawrence Wilkerson pulls back the curtain on a geopolitical order that is not stabilizing, but unraveling. The war with Iran isn't ending—it's mutating. NATO isn't adapting—it's collapsing. And the United States, rather than …
(2026-04-10). Wisconsin City Passes Nation's First Anti-Data Center Referendum. portside.org Wisconsin City Passes Nation's First Anti-Data Center Referendum |
(2026-04-10). Macron Courts Trump with Versailles Invite Amid Strained G7 Dynamics. moderndiplomacy.eu French President Emmanuel Macron is attempting to secure the attendance of Donald Trump at this year's G7 summit by extending a high profile invitation to a post summit dinner at the Palace of Versailles. The effort comes as France prepares to host the G7 Summit in June, with proceedings scheduled in the lakeside resort of …
(2026-04-10). UAE hands Bahrain financial lifeline as Iran war shocks economy. newarab.com 
The UAE has stepped in to provide financial support to The two countries on Wednesday signed a currency swap agreement that will see the Emirati central bank provide up to 20 billion Emirati dirhams ($5.4 billion) to Bahrain over the next five years in exchange for Bahraini dinars. | The arrangement will provide vital foreign currency liquidity to Bahrain, which h…
(2026-04-10). Nuclear — now climate change: Great powers plague the Pacific. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-04-10). Ukraine Braces for a Season of Pressure. moderndiplomacy.eu Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has warned that the coming months will be among the most difficult of the war, with Ukraine facing simultaneous military and diplomatic strain. His remarks reflect a shifting phase in the conflict, where battlefield dynamics are increasingly intertwined with global political and economic pressures, particularly as other geopolitical crises reshape international …
(2026-04-10). Greens accuse Lambeth Labour of choosing politics over people in nursery shambles. thecanary.co 
Lambeth council announced consultations on the potential closures of Effra, Triangle and Maytree nurseries in January. There had been no prior consultation with the nursery leadership, staff or parents. Then in March, the Labour-run council announced it was withdrawing the consultations. It said this was due to new government proposals changing the "national policy and […] | By
(2026-04-10). CIIE Stories | CIIE: Empowering health care for more people. ecns.cn From its debut at the first China International Import Expo (CIIE) to becoming a regular participant, the CIIE has meant far more to Novartis than simply a product showcase.
(2026-04-10). Saturday 4/25: War or Peace? Forum for Congressional Candidates in the Central Coast. indybay.org Quaker Meetinghouse, 225 Rooney Avenue, Santa Cruz…
(2026-04-10). War's Ripple Effect: Lebanon Slips Toward Food Crisis. moderndiplomacy.eu Lebanon is facing a rapidly worsening food security situation as the fallout from the war involving Iran disrupts supply chains and drives up prices. The warning comes from the World Food Programme, which says the crisis is deepening alongside ongoing displacement and economic strain. A fragile ceasefire between the United States and Iran has done …
(2026-04-10). Saturday 4/11: Chinatown Springtime Festival. indybay.org Waverly Place, Chinatown…
(2026-04-10). Saturday 4/25: Activist Action Lab in the Park. indybay.org Eagle Park | 650 Franklin St, Mountain View, CA 94041…
(2026-04-10). The 'Leading UK Scientists' Letter Urging Abandonment of North Sea is Ideology Masquerading as Science. wattsupwiththat.com From Tilak's Substack Tilak Doshi The Financial Times reported on Good Friday that "more than 65 leading UK scientists" had signed an open letter, published as a Google Doc, urging the Government to abandon…
(2026-04-10). Kim Jong Un waiting for Trump, but there's a path right in front of him. responsiblestatecraft.org Earlier this week, North Korea
(2026-04-10). Thursday 4/23: Reimagining AI: How AI is Being Used & Abused and Harnessing It for Social Good. indybay.org Online via Zoom | RSVP: www.thenation.com/events/reimagining-ai/…
(2026-04-10). Myanmar's coup leader Min Aung Hlaing sworn in as president. aljazeera.com Min Aung Hlaing seeks to 'enhance' international relations and ties with ASEAN after coup plunged Myanmar into chaos.
(2026-04-10). N3 reopens near Harrismith following truck obstruction. sanews.gov.za N3 reopens near Harrismith following truck obstruction | All lanes in both directions on the N3 near the Harrismith North Interchange have been reopened on Friday to traffic, after an earlier multiple-truck obstruction. | Motorists are, however, advised to expect ongoing congestion and delays in the area while the traffic backlog is cleared. | N3 Toll Concession (N3TC) Chief Operating Officer Thania Dhoogra has urged road users to approach the area with caution. | "Please remain patient and drive with extra caution until the current traffic backlog has been cleared and mobility is fully restored," Dhoogra said.
(2026-04-10). Title deeds bring jubilation to Limpopo community. sanews.gov.za Title deeds bring jubilation to Limpopo community | Today is a day of jubilation for the community of Sebilong, situated just outside Thabazimbi, in Limpopo, as they received their title deeds from Deputy President Paul Mashatile. ⚪ All roads led to Thabazimbi on Friday as the community gathered to witness the title deeds handover ceremony. This landmark ceremony represents a significant milestone in advancing land reform efforts aimed at redressing the injustices of historical land dispossession and restoring land rights to rightful beneficiaries. ⚪ The Sebilong community successfully lodged their land claim…
(2026-04-10). Lebanon: Israeli Strikes Kill Hundreds, Damage Vital Bridge. hrw.org Click to expand Image | A picture taken on April 9, 2026 shows the aftermath of the previous day's Israeli airstrike that struck Qasmieh bridge, located on a main highway linking villages in the Tyre district of Lebanon with others farther north. | © 2026 Kawnat HAJU / AFP via Getty Images | (Beirut) — More than 100 Israeli strikes across Lebanon on April 8, 2026, including in densely populated neighborhoods in Beirut, killed over 300 people and damaged the last main bridge linking southern Lebanon with the rest of the country, Human Rights Watch said today. Israeli strikes making bridge crossings…
(2026-04-10). TotalEnergies says Saudi refinery offline after strikes. newarab.com 
(2026-04-10). Ethiopia army base used to support Sudan paramilitary: report. newarab.com 
An Ethiopian military base close to the Sudanese border is lending support to the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces, according to a report by a research unit at Yale University released Wednesday. | The Yale School of Public Health's Humanitarian Research Lab (HRL) said analysis of satellite imagery and open-source data shows activity "consistent with military assistance to the RSF" at an Ethiopian base in Asosa, in the Benishangul-Gumuz region, between late December 2025 and late March 2026. | The paramilitary group, which has been at war with Sudan's army since April 2023, was accused last month by the Sudanese…
(2026-04-10). European War on Russia. The EU's Expansionist Ambitions. globalresearch.ca In 1648, thanks to a Cossack uprising, an independent state emerged on the territory of present-day Ukraine, which was divided in 1667 between Russia and the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth. | The Dnieper River served as the border. By the end of …
(2026-04-10). Rohana Kuddus: Prabowo's Year One. newleftreview.org A critical-analytical portrait of Southeast Asia's answer to Trump, as the Indonesian President—formerly the Suharto dictatorship's crown prince and chief butcher in East Timor—re-centralizes power in the archipelago, strengthening the Army's place within the civil administration.
(2026-04-10). The skylines of the future will be made of wood. grist.org 
Picture yourself in a wind-swept forest. Leaves are rustling and trunks are creaking as trees sway to and fro. This oscillation might seem precarious, but it's actually an ancient adaptation: If pines and firs and all the others were perfectly stiff, a gust would snap them. So instead, they flex. | Now teleport yourself to the top floor of a skyscraper during the same windstorm, ever so slightly bending in the same way. A tree's clever evolutionary trick, you see, has made the modern metropolis possible: As towers reached higher and higher in the early 20th century, architects used not wood but steel to create…
(2026-04-10). Tyson Fury Set for Knockout Return at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. devdiscourse.com Tyson Fury, the former world heavyweight champion, appeared lighter at the latest weigh-in for his upcoming fight against Arslanbek Makhmudov. Fury, who weighed in at 267.9 pounds, has been training intensively for this match after a period away from the ring.
(2026-04-10). Indonesia-Russia Boost Higher Education Ties via BMSTU Collaboration. infobrics.org The Indonesian Higher Education, Science, and Technology Ministry met a delegation from Bauman Moscow State Technical University (BMSTU), Russia, to strengthen higher education and research cooperation in Jakarta…
(2026-04-10). Iran Ceasefire and Pope Leo. globalresearch.ca Despite the adoption of a ceasefire on the war in Iran, the Trump Legacy is in deep trouble — and he knows it. | Even as President Donald Trump imagines himself to be an American hero, the bottom line is that …
(2026-04-10). 2026 Reel Work Labor Film Festival. indybay.org 2026 Reel Work Labor Festival Hybrid…
(2026-04-10). Market Volatility Amid Middle Eastern Tensions and Inflation Woes. devdiscourse.com On Friday, U.S. stocks exhibited a mixed performance as investors treaded cautiously ahead of the weekend, particularly in response to intricate Middle Eastern peace talks.
(2026-04-10). Saturday 4/25: Palestinian Day Film Screening and Q&A. indybay.org Arab American Cultural Center of San Jose | 3968 Twilight Drive | San Jose, CA 95124…
(2026-04-10). Shaky Ceasefire Between the U.S. and Iran on the Table in Pakistan. globalresearch.ca A fragile diplomatic breakthrough has emerged in the Middle East following weeks of escalating conflict, as Pakistan steps in as a key mediator between the United States and Iran. The initiative, led by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, proposes an immediate …
(2026-04-10). Sina Toossi on War on Iran, Chip Gibbons on Impeaching Trump. fair.org 
(2026-04-10). The Liquidation of a Lebanon: Political Folly and the Suicide of the State at the Negotiating Table. thecanary.co 
In the realm of international relations, negotiation is traditionally regarded as the art of extracting the possible from the impossible. However, in the political lexicon of the current Lebanese administration, this process has devolved into a demonstrable act of political folly — a reckless gambit that transcends mere incompetence to border on a deliberate conspiracy […] | By
(2026-04-10). UN Security Council: Safety and security of humanitarian personnel. icrc.org Statement delivered by Elyse Mosquini, Permanent Observer to the United Nations, at the UN Security Council briefing on the protection of civilians in armed conflict, New York.
(2026-04-10). SARS reminds trusts to file income tax returns. sanews.gov.za SARS reminds trusts to file income tax returns | The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has urged all trusts registered in South Africa to submit income tax returns for every year of assessment, in line with legislative requirements. | This obligation applies even where a trust had no economic activity during the relevant year. | "Where a trust is no longer being used for its intended purpose, trustees are encouraged to formally terminate the trust through the Office of the Master of the High Court (Master). | "Once the Master has issued a written confirmation of termination, trustees should request SARS to de…
(2026-04-10). CIIE Stories | CIIE as a launchpad for expanding market opportunities. ecns.cn In 2018, Kà§rcher participated in the first China International Import Expo (CIIE) with a "give it a try" mindset, but the scale and impact of the event far exceeded expectations. This experience strengthened Kà§rcher's commitment to participating year after year. Since then, its booth size has continued to expand, and its exhibits have become increasingly diverse.
(2026-04-10). Weaponising sexual violence under Israel's death penalty law. newarab.com 
(2026-04-10). Too many women are being remanded into custody. thecanary.co 
The use of remand (holding a person in custody before trial or sentencing) is at its highest level in over 50 years. Today, one in four women in prison are being held on remand. Women on remand are less likely than men to be granted bail, and racially minoritised and migrant women are significantly overrepresented […] | By
(2026-04-10). Israeli occupation soldiers and settlers terrorise al Mughayyir resident daily. thecanary.co 
Maher Rizq Abdullah Naasan lives in the village of al Mughayyir, north east of Ramallah, in the occupied West Bank. His home is in the south of the village, only 100 metres from his sizable plot of land. Two kilometres away in the al Khaleel valley is a newly established illegal settler grazing outpost and, unfortunately […] | By
(2026-04-10). Former NEC-er Rahman outs Labour's antisemitism smear vs Green candidate. thecanary.co 
Mish Rahman is a former — and longstanding — member of the national executive committee (NEC) of the Labour party. He is now a member of the Greens. And he has outed the hypocrisy and racism of Labour's desperate attempt to smear a London Green candidate as antisemitic. Labour is clearly still stung by its […] | By
(2026-04-10). Trump administration appears to make threats against Vatican. thecanary.co 
A Vatican official has stated that pope Leo may refuse to visit the US whilst Donald Trump remains in office. The news comes alongside reports of a widening divide between the Catholic church and US. Pope Leo became the first pope to be born in the US after his appointment in 2025. Since then, he […] | By
(2026-04-10). Medical neglect and preventable deaths spread across ICE detention centers. wsws.org From North Lake in Michigan to Camp East Montana in Texas, repeated deaths, ignored grievances and documented abuses expose medical neglect as an institutionalized feature of ICE detention.
(2026-04-10). Artemis II Update: Orion's Toilet Issue Resolved. ummid.com The Artemis II crew, working closely with mission control in Houston, were able to successfully restore the Orion spacecraft's toilet to normal operations after it reported glitches.
(2026-04-10). Italy's Deadly Complicity: Meloni Backs Israel's Expansionist Wars While Italian Troops Are Humiliated in Lebanon. counterpunch.org 
On April 8, 2026, as Israel dropped over 160 bombs on Beirut in just 10 minutes — turning entire neighborhoods into rubble and killing dozens more civilians — Israeli forces simultaneously fired warning shots at a clearly marked Italian UNIFIL convoy in southern Lebanon, damaging a vehicle. Nobody was killed in the attack on the
(2026-04-10). Wednesday 4/29: Virtual Visit: Burin. indybay.org Online | www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/virtual-vi……
(2026-04-10). HMT Limited Partners with Russia's Rosatom Additive Technology to Boost Industrial 3D Printing in India. infobrics.org MoU to Manufacture Advanced Additive Technology Machines, Strengthening India's High-Precision Engineering and Aatmanirbhar Bharat Goals…
(2026-04-10). YouTube sparks backlash after introducing 90-second unskippable ads on TV. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Popular video-sharing platform YouTube recently sparked backlash after rolling out unskippable 90-second ads for TV users, making it impossible to enjoy content properly. According to Adwave, 150 million Americans watch YouTube on TV monthly, as more people ditch cable for greater convenience and fewer ads. However, Google's video platform has begun rolling out 90-second unskippable ads, leaving non-premium subscribers "speechless," according to a post on Reddit.YouTube sparks backlash after introducing 90-second unskippable ads on TV: YouTube has begun rolling out 90 second unskippable ads to t…
(2026-04-10). Nation to advance space computing industry amid global race for tech edge. ecns.cn China is set to roll out policies to accelerate the development of the space computing industry, a strategic move that could reshape how data is processed in orbit and cement the nations position in the global technology race.
(2026-04-10). Cuba no está sujeta a designios de EEUU, afirma jefe de Estado cubano a NBC News. radiohc.cu El primer secretario del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba y presidente de la República, Miguel Díaz-Canel afirmó este jueves, durante una entrevista concedida en La Habana a una cadena de televisión norteamericana, que su país no está sujeto a los designios de Estados Unidos. | El mandatario expresó a Kristen Welker, moderadora del programa ´Meet the Press ª, de NBC News.Tenemos un Estado libre y soberano, un Estado libre. Gozamos de autodeterminación e independencia, y no estamos sujetos a los designios de Estados Unidos". | En lo que es su primera entrevista con una cadena de televisión…
(2026-04-10). Presidente cubano ratifica vínculos con Rusia en encuentro con vicecanciller Ryabkov. radiohc.cu El primer secretario del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba y presidente de la República, Miguel Díaz-Canel sostuvo un encuentro con el viceministro de Asuntos Exteriores de la Federación de Rusia, Serguey Ryabkov, quien llegó a La Habana para asistir a la reunión Intercancillerías. | En sus palabras iniciales del encuentro realizado en el Palacio de la Revolución, el jefe de Estado expresó: Es un placer recibirlo en Cuba. Aprovechamos esta ocasión para enviarle un abrazo a nuestro querido amigo, el Presidente Vladimir Putin". | Igualmente, agradeció en nombre del Partido, el Gobierno y el pueblo cubanos…
(2026-04-10). Presidente Díaz-Canel denuncia impacto del bloqueo energético de EEUU a Cuba. radiohc.cu 
El primer secretario del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba y presidente de la República, Miguel Díaz-Canel denunció este jueves que el bloqueo energético de Estados Unidos constituye un castigo colectivo que asfixia a la isla, vulnera derechos humanos y mantiene a 96 mil personas esperando cirugías. | En un mensaje enviado a la II Conferencia Internacional contra Medidas Coercitivas que sesiona en Ginebra, el mandatario explicó que la reciente llegada de un buque petrolero ruso con 100 mil toneladas de combustible se convirtió en un hecho extraordinario debido a la amenaza estadounidense de sancionar a…
(2026-04-10). Protección laboral premisa de medidas de Trabajo y Seguridad Social en Cienfuegos ante bloqueo energético. radiohc.cu La protección de todos los sectores de la fuerza laboral es la premisa de medidas que aplica la Dirección Provincial de Trabajo y Seguridad Social en Cienfuegos, centro y sur de Cuba, ante la situación difícil, por el bloqueo a la entrada de combustible impuesto por el gobierno estadounidense. | El teletrabajo y el trabajo a distancia ocupan la atención, donde lo permite la tecnología, mientras priorizan vacaciones acumuladas y el ajuste de horarios garantizando la movilidad de un punto a otro del centro, sin afectaciones del salario, incluyendo la reubicación laboral dentro del organismo. | Jorge Antonio Rodrígu…
(2026-04-10). Presidente cubano felicita a su homólogo de la RPDC. radiohc.cu El primer secretario del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba y presidente de la República, Miguel Díaz-Canel envió una felicitación al presidente de Asuntos Estatales de la República Popular Democrática de Corea (RPDC), Kim Jong Un, por su reelección en ese cargo gubernamental. | En mensaje publicado en el sitio web de la Agencia Central de Noticias de Corea, ACNC, el mandatario afirmó: Le transmito las más fraternales felicitaciones en nombre del pueblo cubano y en el mío propio". | El jefe de Estado cubano expuso la voluntad de ampliar los lazos de amistad, cooperación y solidaridad que unen a ambas nac…
(2026-04-10). Un patólogo en àÅfrica. radiohc.cu 
Desde 1987, en Zimbabwe labora una brigada médica cubanas atendiendo a los habitantes de dos zonas geográficas densamente pobladas: la capital, Harare, y Bulawayo, 90 kilometros al sureste de la primera. | En casi 40 años, en esa nación africana han trabajado 932 colaboradores de la salud de Cuba ocupando diferentes cargos médicos distribuidos en 14 brigadas, quienes han tratado enfermedades infecciosas y las crónicas no trasmisibles, desarrollando labores asistenciales, docentes e investigativas. Uno de ellos es el doctor Emilio Galano Stivens, Especialista de I y II Grado en Anatomía Patológica, Master en Enfer…
(2026-04-10). Trump, il Divoratore di Mondi. strategic-culture.su Quello che è successo la mattina dell'8 aprile è un vero miracolo. O forse no. | Segue nostro Follia-via-terra | "Questa notte un'intera civiltà verrà spazzata via." — Donald J. Trump su Truth Social, 7 Aprile 2026 | L'articolo potrebbe fermarsi qui, ma il senso di dovere che ci spinge a raccontare i fatti del mondo, ci impone di descrivere dettagliatamente lo scenario che sta per presentarsi. | Laddove Donald Trump, Presidente degl…
(2026-04-10). Tony Wood: A Bolivarian Republic of Letters? newleftreview.org Tony Wood on Julio Cortázar, Carlos Fuentes, Gabriel García Márquez and Mario Vargas Llosa, Las cartas del Boom. Correspondence between four titans of the midcentury Latin American novel.