(2026-10-26). Eight Civilians Killed in Yemen by Saudi Airstrikes, Saudi-Backed Forces Over 24 Hours: Health Ministry. news.antiwar.com Saudi airstrikes and attacks launched by Saudi-backed forces on the ground killed at least eight Yemeni civilians and wounded 19 in three Yemeni provinces over the past 24 hours, according to the Health Ministry within the Ansar Allah-led Yemeni government. The ministry wrote on Telegram that the casualties were recorded in the provinces of Saada, …
(2026-10-26). US military says it helped Gulf states export 1.5 billion barrels of oil. aljazeera.com US Central Command says more than 3,000 commercial vessels have transited the Strait of Hormuz with its support.
(2026-10-26). Iran says US 'not serious' about talks, rejects claims over nuclear programme. tribune.com.pk 
Iran accused the US on Monday of lacking seriousness in negotiations, saying Washington has repeatedly confused diplomacy with imposing demands on Tehran. | "The American side is not serious about negotiations," Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei said during his weekly news conference, as cited by the state-run IRNA news agency. | He accused Washington of repeatedly making false claims, recalling that US President Donald Trump had expressed support for negotiations shortly before the US military attacks on Iran in June 2025. | "What do you call this? Do you see any goodwill in this approach?" he asked.
(2026-10-26). The anti-China coalition is breaking apart at the seams. responsiblestatecraft.org Arriving in the White House in 2021, President Joe Biden set about dismantling much of his predecessor's foreign-policy agenda. But there was one clear area of continuity: China. Here, Biden retained the first Trump administration's confrontational approach, expanding the use of
(2026-10-26). Fact-check: Viral video of Chinese freight train to Afghanistan is from Oct 2024. tribune.com.pk 
Several people have been sharing a video on social media platform X since October 23, 2026, allegedly showing a new railway route connecting Iran to Afghanistan via China. However, the video is from October 2024 and shows the resumption of direct freight train services between China and Afghanistan. | Chinese and Afghan media reported on Oct 23, 2026, that a dedicated freight train carrying commercial goods departed Shandong Province for Hairatan port in northern Afghanistan, with the journey expected to take about 20 days. | The train marked the first dedicated freight service from Shandong to Hairatan, a key…
(2026-10-26). Dockworkers in Liverpool, around Europe will block Israeli arms in action against war. skwawkbox.org 
Dockworkers and other anti-Zionists and peace activists will hold a day of action this Friday, in Liverpool and other port cities around Europe, against the UK's continuing support for genocidal Israel, the EU's push for war on Russia, Iran and elsewhere and states' war on essential social support and public services to make the warmongers …
(2026-10-26). Sotto il vulcano (persiano). strategic-culture.su L'Iran e la Russia, entrambi sottoposti a sanzioni che li stanno portando alla rovina, sono davvero più allineati che mai e coordinano ogni cosa su un fronte comune. | Segue nostro Washington, sul fronte ucraino, potrebbe passare alla modalità "salvare la faccia" a tutti i costi. Dopotutto, la portata della sconfitta strategica subita dall'Impero e dall'Occidente allo sbando nel Paese 404 è sbalorditiva. A cià≤ si aggiunga la sconfitt…
(2026-10-26). Senior Saudi, Pakistani, and Turkish Officials Hold Talks With Iranian Leaders in Tehran. news.antiwar.com Senior officials from Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Turkey, the three countries that form the new Mecca defense pact, visited Tehran on Monday and met with Iranian officials amid threats of another US-Israeli attack on Iran. The meeting was seen as an effort to avoid another escalation in the US war against Iran, and the Saudi …
(2026-10-26). Iran Threatens "War Without Limits" On Israel. popularresistance.org Iran's Army has revealed a new drone that carries a warhead twice the weight of the previous generation, as Tehran threatens a war without limits in retaliation for US-Israeli military operations — MintPress News' Robert Inlakesh looks at the latest developments in the regional war, the economic fallout and weapons that are being deployed on the battlefield. | Yemen's Armed Forces under the command of the Sana'a based government continue to advance upon new positions along multiple fronts, while striking vital targets deep within Saudi Arabia.
(2026-10-26). Pakistan condemns 'reprehensible' Houthi attacks in Makkah, Madinah regions. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan on Monday strongly condemned "reprehensible" Houthi ballistic missile attacks on October 24 which targeted the Makkah and Madinah regions of Saudi Arabia, including areas in the vicinity of the holy sites, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said. | In a statement on X, the Foreign Office stated that the attacks constituted "a grave violation of Saudi Arabia's sovereignty and territorial integrity." It added that the attacks demonstrated "a blatant disregard for the sanctity of Islam's holiest sites and the safety of civilians." | On October 24, Saudi Arabia's Civil Defence briefly issued alerts warning o…
(2026-10-26). CDF Munir in Tehran as Makkah pact officials prepare to meet Iranian leadership to ease regional tensions. tribune.com.pk 
The Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said on Monday that the Chief of Defence Forces and Chief of Army Staff, Field Marshal Asim Munir is visiting Tehran today on an official visit. | The statement came after the Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei said that the meeting between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, and Iran would tackle the US war on Iran as well as Israel's "expansionist policies" and turmoil in Lebanon. | In a press briefing, he said that the CDF "had proposed holding a four-country meeting." | "Iran agreed to the four-country meeting following Field Marshal Asim Muni…
theguardian.com (2026-10-25). Lula wins fourth term as Brazil president after historic upset over far-right Flávio Bolsonaro
Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, the Brazilian president, has staged a dramatic election fightback, defeating his far-right opponent, Flávio Bolsonaro, to claim a historic fourth term in power.
With nearly 99% of votes counted the 80-year-old leftist received 51.75% of the vote to his 45-year-old rival's 48.25%.
2026-10-26: Bibi One More Time? | Israel Votes on Netanyahu | No Change For Gaza | France Revolts | Brazil Poll
After years of war, destruction and international condemnation, Bibi wants one more chance. But while Israeli politicians fight for power, Palestinians in Gaza are still being killed, displaced and denied the security and normality that others take for granted.
Will the ballot box bring change, or simply put a new face on the same old policies?
(2026-10-26). Dakar Rally 2027 moved out of Saudi Arabia amid conflict in Middle East. aljazeera.com Organisers of January's off-road race say it will be relocated due to recent developments in the region.
(2026-10-26). Houthis renewed missile attacks on Makkah, Madinah thwarted. ummid.com The Saudi Civil Defense authorities Saturday October 24, 2026 intercepted and destroyed missiles fired by Houthis near the Holy Sites miles away from the two sacred cities Makkah al Mukarramah and Madinah al Munawwarah.
(2026-10-26). Joao Felix, not Ronaldo, scripts Al Nassr win against Neom in thrilling SPL match. ummid.com Al Nassr Football Club Tuesday October 20, 2026 defeated Neom in a thrilling Saudi Pro League 26/27 (SPL 26/27), also known as Roshn Saudi League (RSL), match thanks to the second half goal by the young and energetic Joao Felix.
(2026-10-26). Iran hosts Makkah Pact trio for rare talks. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and Iran on Monday agreed to continue a new four-way dialogue on regional peace and security, following an unprecedented meeting in Tehran, involving the top military, defence and intelligence officials of the three Makkah pact countries. | A brief readout called it a joint statement issued by the Iranian side after the meeting, said the four countries had agreed to continue dialogue aimed at strengthening cooperation among the regional states, including on peace and security. | The statement did not announce any new security agreement, ceasefire or specific understanding o…
(2026-10-26). CDF Munir to attend joint meeting with Saudi defence, Turkish intelligence chiefs in Tehran: IRNA. tribune.com.pk 
Deputy Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council Ali Bagheri announced on Monday that senior officials from Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Turkey will travel to Tehran as part of efforts to implement the idea of "endogenous security" in West Asia, according to IRNA. | In an interview carried by ISNA, he is reported to have said that Saudi Arabia's Defence Minister Khalid bin Salman, Chief of Defence Forces and Chief of Army Staff Asim Munir, and Turkish Intelligence Chief Ibrahim Kalin will "attend a joint meeting during their trip to Tehran". | Ali Bagheri, Deputy Secretary of the Supreme National Se…
(2026-10-26). Lebanese Officials Claim Iran Helping Hezbollah Prepare for 'New' Israel War. news.antiwar.com Despite myriad rounds of US-brokered talks between Israel and Lebanon yielding effectively no pledges for Israel to stop attacking or ever withdraw from occupied southern Lebanon, Lebanese officials, incredibly, are continuing to try to frame the active invasion they're still facing as something that ended in the summer and which might "restart" entirely because of …
(2026-10-26). Trump Issues Second Endorsement of Netanyahu, Says the US and Israel Have to 'Finish the Job' Against Iran. news.antiwar.com President Trump on Sunday night put out his second statement endorsing Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for the upcoming elections in Israel, saying that the US and Israel must "finish the job" against Iran. "To the people of Israel, to those who haven't seen it, I am attaching the Endorsement I gave one week ago …
(2026-10-26). Israel Election 2026: Power at the Brink. ummid.com A Netanyahu win would likely preserve a confrontational posture toward Iran and the existing hard line on Palestinian statehood whereas an opposition-led government could improve Israel's relations with Washington, European states and Arab neighbours.
(2026-10-26). Madison for a World BEYOND War Takes Part in National Peace Walk. worldbeyondwar.org 
Madison for a World BEYOND War calls on our government to stop the war on Iran; stop arming Ukraine, Israel and other countries; and close the more than 800 US military bases around the world. #WorldBEYONDWar…
(2026-10-26). Netanyahu, Israeli army chief 'clash' over proposed Iran op ahead of polls: report. geo.tv Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks during a press conference, amid the U.S.-Israel conflict with Iran, in Jerusalem, March 19, 2026.— Reuters/FileThe report is "entirely baseless and false": minister.Opposition leader accuses PM of seeking to put off…
(2026-10-26). CNN: US Forces Ready To Launch Major Attacks Against Iran Within 96 Hours of Receiving an Order From Trump. news.antiwar.com The US military is ready to launch potentially major attacks on Iran "within 96 hours of receiving" an order from President Trump, CNN reported on Monday. Sources told the outlet that the US now has sufficient forces in the region to carry out the potential attacks, and that the strikes would likely go beyond the …
(2026-10-26). Trump makes explicit remarks about Nicki Minaj at Michigan midterm rally. aljazeera.com Donald Trump made sexually explicit remarks about musician Nicki Minaj who was speaking at a rally in Michigan.
(2026-10-26). They Stood Up to ICE in Minnesota. Now Trump's Government Is Coming for Them. wibailoutpeople.org Photo by @wi.bopm October 4, 2026 at a "Defend the MN 15! Organizing Is Not a Crime" event in Madison, Wisconsin.
(2026-10-26). Israeli Bombs Shower South Lebanon as Tel Aviv Places Troops on 'Highest Alert Level'. orinocotribune.com Reports say Lebanon has received diplomatic warnings that Israel preparing to carrying out a large-scale campaign against the country Tel Aviv stepped up its violent bombardment of southern Lebanon on 25 October, with warplanes carrying out airstrikes across multiple villages — as Hebrew media says Israel is on "high alert" and has deployed thousands of …
(2026-10-26). Zionist Israel's illusion of change. thealtworld.com As Zionist Israel approaches a decisive election, Netanyahu fights to preserve his political survival while Gadi Eisenkot markets himself as the alternative. | This week, on The MidEaStream, as Zionist Israel approaches a decisive election, Benjamin Netanyahu fights to preserve his political survival while Gadi Eisenkot markets himself as the alternative. | But beneath the electoral theatrics lies a troubling question: will a change of leadership bring a change of policy, or simply repackage the same aggression against Gaza, Lebanon, and the wider region? |
(2026-10-26). Who Bought Scott Wiener & Zionist Crimes In Palestine & The US. indybay.org At a canvassing event of Zionist Scott Wiener, supporters of Palestine spoke out about his role in supporting the genocide and also his backers including Anthropic and other tech billionaires.
(2026-10-26). Friday 10/30: Rally In Solidarity With Global Port Actions Against Genocide, Wars & Attacks On Workers. indybay.org Oakland Shoreline Park | 32777 Middle Harbor Rd, Oakland, CA 94607…
(2026-10-26). No Genocide, Wars & Attacks On Working People Globally, Oakland Rally On October 30th. indybay.org Over 50 ports will be shutting down around the world to protest the genocide, wars and attacks on workers in every country of the world. | There will be a rally at the port of Oakland in solidarity with these actions around the world.
(2026-10-26). Apple Protesters Demand No Blood For Tech! Stop Apartheid, Genocide & Slavery in Palestine. indybay.org
(2026-10-26). Sunday 11/1: Boycott Chevron Picket. indybay.org Join a monthly demonstration at the Chevron in North Oakland, 5500 Telegraph in Oakland | FIRST SUNDAY OF THE MONTH, 1-3 PM (RAIN CANCELS) | Signs and chants will be provided. Bring your energy and tambourines! | Israel's genocide machine couldn't run without power from Chevron. Israel's war on Gaza and Occupation of Palestine contributes to the climate catastrophe. Chevron supplies light and energy via its operation and co-ownership of two major Israeli-claimed fossil gas fields in the Mediterranean. | Chevron's extraction activities are funneling millions of dollars in tax revenues to Israeli government co…
(2026-10-26). UEFA Europa League: Why Banning Israeli Fans is Not Enough. ummid.com With or without spectators, as long as Israel is allowed to compete in UEFA Europa League, the apartheid state will continue finding its way back into the international sporting community, without accountability and without even ending the ongoing genocide in Gaza.
(2026-10-26). Saige England: Our NZ Coalition has joined all the toxic govts of this cruel world who won't call a genocide a genocide. Vote them out. asiapacificreport.nz 
COMMENTARY: By Saige England I cast my vote. Did it today. And I resisted the temptation to dance around the voting floor yelling the rebel yell. I restrained myself. Just. Do we need change? Hell yeah. I came home and played and danced. My election play list goes like this: First up Donovan's "It Must…
(2026-10-26). New Evidence Allegedly Ties Trump to 11 Sexual Assaults Related to Epstein. truthout.org The House Judiciary Committee Democrats have released a trove of evidence regarding allegations of sexual assault, including a new rape allegation, against President Donald Trump in relation to Jeffrey Epstein that the lawmakers say has been deliberately covered up by the Department of Justice. The 50-page report, released Monday, contains testimony from 11 women who either accuse Trump of… |
(2026-10-26). Tehran Before Caracas: Coordinates for the Defense of the Cuban Revolution. orinocotribune.com By Frank Solar Cabrales — Oct 21, 2026 In 1934, facing the threat of fascism coming to power, Spanish workers had a slogan with which they rose up in arms in October of that year, at least in Asturias: "Vienna before Berlin." It reflected a decision to fight to the death: Hitler had taken power …
(2026-10-26). Trump Threatens Cuba 'Stopover' After Iran as Rubio Urges Collaborators To Work With CIA. orinocotribune.com Washington is doubling down on threats to topple the Cuban government after imposing a crippling energy blockade on the island nation earlier this year US President Donald Trump renewed his threat to topple Cuba's government while speaking to supporters at a rally in Florida on 24 October. "We'll do a little stopover," Trump said. "Actually, …
(2026-10-26). Cuba congratulates Lula on his re-election victory as president of Brazil. radiohc.cu Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel congratulated Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva on his victory in Sunday's runoff election, noting that it ensures the continuation of a path toward peace, sovereignty and social justice. | The Cuban president affirmed that Brazil can count on Cuba in the effort to build Latin American and Caribbean unity and integration. | In his victory speech delivered Sunday evening before a huge crowd of supporters in Sao Paulo and after the final results were in, Lula thanked the Brazilian people and highlighted the historic turnout in the runoff. | Lula offered a special thanks to the elderly who…
(2026-10-26). El cubano Moinelo impulsa al SoftBank en la serie japonesa. cubadebate.cu Moinelo entregó la pelota con ventaja de 2-0, construida mediante un cuadrangular solitario de Tomoya Masaki en el tercer episodio y un doble impulsor de Yudai Shoji en el cuarto, pero el relevo dejó escapar su posible victoria.
(2026-10-26). Lula triunfa en el balotaje y tendrá un cuarto mandato al frente de Brasil. cubadebate.cu El presidente de Brasil, Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva ha derrotado al ultraderecha Flavio Bolsonaro en el balotaje celebrado este domingo. Con más del 93 por ciento de las boletas contabilizadas, el político petista había logrado una ventaja superior a los tres puntos. Lula asumiría un cuarto mandato al frente del gigante sudamericano.
(2026-10-26). 65 SNB: Leñadores y Avispas se abrazan en la cúspide oriental. cubadebate.cu Con sus victorias de ayer, Leñadores de Las Tunas y Avispas de Santiago de Cuba igualaron en la cima de la candente liga oriental, ambos con saldo de 11-7, en la 65 Serie Nacional de Beisbol. En su feudo del Estadio Julio Antonio Mella, los tuneros del mánager Abeyci Pantoja noquearon 12-2 a Camagàºey. Se soltaron a batear y no se detuvieron hasta pegar 13 jits, en juego que duró seis innings a causa de la lluvia.
(2026-10-26). Unión Eléctrica estima 1900 MW de afectación para la máxima demanda de hoy. cubadebate.cu Con este pronóstico se prevé para el horario de máxima demanda una disponibilidad de 1030 MW con una demanda máxima de 2900 MW, para un déficit de 1870 MW, por lo que de mantenerse las condiciones previstas se pronostica una afectación de 1900 MW en este horario.
(2026-10-26). Anatomía de la victoria digital de Lula. cubadebate.cu Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva ha conquistado la presidencia de Brasil tras librar una batalla electoral sin precedentes en dos frentes simultáneos: en la arena política, contra el embate de la dinastía Bolsonaro; y en el terreno invisible de las plataformas digitales, contra las lógicas, sesgos y restricciones de los propios algoritmos, en particular los de Meta. No es una dicotomía.
(2026-10-26). Brasil: TSE desmiente a Flávio Bolsonaro ante denuncia de fraude. cubadebate.cu El Tribunal Superior Electoral publicó actas oficiales, registros de asistencia y respaldos en video para desmontar el relato del senador y candidato del Partido Liberal ÔºàPLÔºâ, Flávio Bolsonaro. La autoridad electoral recordó que el área restringida de cómputo opera bajo estrictos protocolos de seguridad y que los representantes acreditados del PL tuvieron acceso garantizado a las zonas de supervisión asignadas durante toda la jornada.
(2026-10-26). Más de 26,6 millones de estadounidenses ya emitieron su voto en las elecciones de mitad de mandato. cubadebate.cu A pocos días de las elecciones de mitad de mandato en Estados Unidos, la participación electoral previa avanza a ritmo acelerado tras registrarse más de 26,6 millones de votos anticipados a nivel nacional, según la más reciente actualización emitida este sábado 24 de octubre por el Election Lab de la Universidad de Florida.
(2026-10-26). øCómo recuperar el valor del trabajo en Cuba? cubadebate.cu La población en Cuba está matizada por indicadores en la dinámica demográfica. El saldo migratorio es negativo. Hay un proceso de envejecimiento poblacional que, por supuesto, incide también en el envejecimiento laboral; más del 50% de la fuerza de trabajo en Cuba tiene como promedio de edad superior a 45 años de edad.
(2026-10-26). What Rubio really means when he talks about 'civilizational' renewal. responsiblestatecraft.org "The story of our civilization is the greatest story ever known to man." Secretary of State Marco Rubio delivered these
(2026-10-26). Gaza's displaced families are struggling to keep the lights on. mondoweiss.net 
With Gaza's power grid destroyed and Israel restricting the entry of fuel, private generator owners are charging high fees to provide electricity, leaving many displaced families in the dark.
(2026-10-26). Israeli Quadcopter Drones Set Fire to Gaza Tent Camp, Displacing 800 Palestinians. news.antiwar.com Israeli quadcopter drones dropped incendiary bombs on a displacement camp in Gaza City's eastern Shuja'iyya junction on Sunday night, setting fire to tents and displacing more than 800 Palestinians, local sources have told the Palestinian news agency WAFA. The camp was near the "yellow line," the dividing line between the IDF-occupied side of Gaza and …
(2026-10-26). Brett McGurk's account of Biden Gaza policy has a huge blind spot. responsiblestatecraft.org In April 2024, an Israeli drone
(2026-10-26). Israel extends military barrier through farmland in southern Syria. tribune.com.pk 
Israeli forces continued bulldozing farmland in southern Syria on Sunday to extend a military barrier that Damascus has condemned as a violation of the 1974 disengagement agreement, the official SANA news agency reported. | The work west of al-Hanout Farm in southern Quneitra province involves building an earth berm across privately owned agricultural land as part of the "Sufa 53" fortification project, according to the agency. | Residents fear the work will affect extensive farmland west of the berm, SANA said. | Read: Israeli strike on Gaza university kills three | On October 18, Israeli forces bulldozed aro…
(2026-10-26). Do Palestinians in Gaza expect anything to change after Israel's election? aljazeera.com After years of war, displacement and restrictions, Gazans ask whether Israel's election will affect their future.
(2026-10-26). Monday 10/26: Talk by Bay Area Trauma Surgeon as Eyewitness Volunteer in Gaza. indybay.org Virtual – join from anywhere…
(2026-10-26). Will Ousting Netanyahu Change Anything for Palestinians? Diana Buttu on Upcoming Israeli Elections. democracynow.org 
Israeli parliamentary elections are being held on Tuesday, the first since Hamas's October 7, 2023, attack and Israel's subsequent assault on Gaza. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who is currently embroiled in a corruption scandal in Israel, is up for reelection. On Friday, after two Israeli soldiers were killed at a checkpoint near Hebron, just days before Israeli polls are set to open, Netanyahu announced heavy restrictions on the movement of Palestinians out of the West Bank. Since then, Israeli forces have detained and expelled thousands of Palestinian residents from the area and begun…
(2026-10-26). Headlines for October 26, 2026. democracynow.org Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva Wins Historic Fourth Term as President, Longtime Serbian Leader Vuƒçiƒá Concedes Defeat to Student-Led Movement, French Police Arrest More Than 1,300 People During Saturday Protests, Thousands of Protesters March in Italian Cities on Saturday, Israeli Forces Exact Collective Punishment on Hebron in the Occupied West Bank, Eight Palestinians Killed in Israeli Attacks Across the Gaza Strip, Spanish Court Hands Over Jailed U.S. Activist James "Fergie" Chamber's Phone to FBI, U.S. Military Grants SpaceX Access to Pentagon's…
(2026-10-26). Venezuela: Frequently asked questions about our work on detention. icrc.org
(2026-10-26). How Venezuela's earthquake amputees adapt to life without limbs. aljazeera.com Experts say recovery for earthquake survivors will likely be a lifelong endeavour, given the physical and mental toll.
(2026-10-26). News X World: on continuing military operations while peace talks are being prepared. gilbertdoctorow.com
(2026-10-26). Trump has achieved his objective on the Ukraine peace talks: total confusion. gilbertdoctorow.com
(2026-10-26). Volunteers from Poland remember how Poles opened their homes to Ukrainian refugees in 2022. globalvoices.org 
Now, Russian disinformation fuels the memory of violent historic conflicts, and Polish empathy is burning outGlobal VoicesFolkowisko during the "Borderland Memory" project, bringing Ukrainian and Polish youth together to preserve shared historical heritage, restore historic cemeteries, and strengthen cross-cultural friendship. Photo: Marcin Piotrowski remembers the beginning of his work in Ukraine through
(2026-10-26). Vote young yet govern much later: West African youth's struggle for power. globalvoices.org In all of West Africa, te voting age is 18, but presidential eligibility ages vary widelyOriginally published on In West Africa, young people can vote for the first time at 18. In some states, they are eligible to serve in parliament by age 25. However, depending on the country, they must wait until they are 35, 40, or even…
(2026-10-26). Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, the Brazilian President, Has Staged a Dramatic Election Fightback. infobrics.org Leftist incumbent Lula says unprecedented comeback was a 'defeat for denialism' as Bolsonaro refuses to accept election result…
(2026-10-26). Goa Commences Tourism Season with First Charter from Russia. infobrics.org Russian charters begin with five weekly flights, rising to nine from October…
(2026-10-26). Lula Wins in Brazil, but Challenges Are Only Just Beginning. infobrics.org Predominantly right-wing Congress and hostile international environment will obstruct Lula's Brazilian government.
(2026-10-26). Russia Steps Up Sunflower Oil Exports to China. infobrics.org Shipments to India, which go by sea, are expected to decline to 1.1 million tonnes this year, from 1.5 million tonnes a year earlier, say experts…
(2026-10-26). EU-backed technocratic governments spread in Europe as Serbia falls. infobrics.org Congratulatory notes from various Brussels bureaucrats who couldn't hide their excitement about the election results speak volumes. Sadly, patriotic Serb youth still fail to realize they've been completely manipulated.
(2026-10-26). Black Sea brinkmanship: is Europe closer to clashing with Moscow. infobrics.org With EU lawmakers considering a naval mission, and NATO expanding surveillance, the Black Sea is emerging as a dangerous arena of confrontation. The risk of a direct Russia-NATO incident is growing amid attacks on commercial shipping.
(2026-10-26). European protests gather force as citizens demand answers on public spending. infobrics.org Leaders blame Russia while energy cuts and defense spending squeeze households.
(2026-10-26). Newsletter: Prosecutors Fought To Keep Him In Prison For 20+ Years, Now They Want To Make a Deal. lataco.com "We are open to receiving an offer with the condition that we know Mr. Salinas is willing to take it," Deputy District Attorney Jessica Balady told Judge Karla Kerlin.
(2026-10-26). Lula's extraordinary victory in Brazil. links.org.au 
Lula's re-election in Brazil is the most important defeat for the far right in recent times, and its impact will be felt worldwide, writes Iain Bruce.
(2026-10-26). A dangerous liaison looms in Québec. links.org.au 
The PQ's return to power raises the prospect of a right-wing alliance, renewed austerity, and difficult choices for the left, write Andrea Levy and André Frappier.
(2026-10-26). How to Organize Accommodation, Meals, Activities, and Costs for a Gatlinburg Trip. moguldom.com A trip to Gatlinburg TN, can be one of the easiest vacations to enjoy and one of the hardest to arrange, especially once the group grows past a handful of people. Everyone wants the same thing, which is a few relaxed days in the mountains, but getting there takes a surprising amount of coordination. Someone …
(2026-10-26). How to Pick the Right Pigeon Forge Stay When an Indoor Pool Is Non-Negotiable. moguldom.com Planning a trip to Pigeon Forge gets easier once you know one thing for sure: weather in the Smokies loves surprises. One minute you're heading out for mountain views, the next you're dodging rain or dealing with a chilly evening in early spring or late fall. If you want your trip to stay fun no …
(2026-10-26). 'Many Houses': A Warao Community between the Delta and the City (Part I). mronline.org 
"We must teach our children and the younger generations to keep our culture alive: our spirituality, our dances, our ways of weaving, and, above all, our language."
(2026-10-26). Late stage capitalism is ruining Halloween in Canada. mronline.org 
Canadians are spending more money on Halloween than ever. But who is benefiting from that consumption?
(2026-10-26). Fascists: Why they love to burn books. mronline.org 
On the night of 10 May 1933, Hitler's followers marched into a Berlin square with torches.
(2026-10-26). France's pouvoir d'achat crisis. mronline.org 
The crisis in France stems from the degradation of public services under austerity, yet government debt is the result of capitalist crises, not state spending, explains Michael Roberts.
(2026-10-26). 'Gig companies take the position their workers aren't employees who have rights'. mronline.org 
CounterSpin interview with Terri Gerstein on gig workers' rights.
(2026-10-26). Kadyrovism: New Paradigm for Islam in Secular States? muslimskeptic.com For a certain generation of Muslims, particularly Millennials and those on the younger end of Generation X, Chechnya occupies a distinctive place in the collective political imagination. This symbolic significance cannot be reduced to the fact that Chechens were perceived as "European" or "white Muslims." After all, Bosnian Muslims (or Bosniaks) had already experienced ethnic …
(2026-10-26). Donald Sassoon: Changing the Guard. newleftreview.org Two years after an electoral landslide swept him into Number Ten, Keir Starmer has been ousted by his own MPs, as Andrew Burnham becomes the UK's sixth prime minister since Brexit. Analysis of the causes—political, economic, ideological, social—behind Westminster's latest coup.
(2026-10-26). Benjamin Kunkel: The New National Question. newleftreview.org As globalization stalls, what possibilities might national-economic policy open up for the left? Benjamin Kunkel weighs the claims of its Marxist, Polanyian and psychoanalytic interpreters, asking whether the re-politicization of the economy might be joined to a renewed internationalism, adequate to ecological crisis.
(2026-10-26). Perry Anderson: Introduction: Correspondence with Carlo Ginzburg. newleftreview.org
(2026-10-26). Carlo Ginzburg & Perry Anderson: Correspondence. newleftreview.org The death of Carlo Ginzburg in Bologna this June has robbed intellectual history of one of its most original practitioners. Perry Anderson, a colleague and friend, introduces the first of a two-part selection of exchanges between them, ranging across politics, war, religion, philology, history.
(2026-10-26). Ilya Budraitskis: People Who Think Differently. newleftreview.org Ilya Budraitskis on Benjamin Nathans, To the Success of Our Hopeless Cause. Compelling account of the friendship networks of 1960s Russian human-rights activists, singled out from the more heterogeneous world of late-Soviet opposition.
(2026-10-26). Julian Stallabrass: Ultra-Processed Images. newleftreview.org Julian Stallabrass on Trevor Paglen, How to See Like a Machine. An American artist documents and explores the arrival of the automated image world, from psyops to algorithmic persuasion.
(2026-10-26). Todd Blanche Gets Testy Defending Trump's Latest Election Interference Lawsuit. newsone.com 
Source: Pool / Getty | Attorney General Todd Blanche spent Sunday doing what he's done most days of his life: showing the president he's his most loyal servant, despite a job that's supposed to be politically neutral. | Blanche defended his department's
(2026-10-26). Who Were The Pullman Porters?: How Black Railroad Workers Shaped America. newsone.com 
Source: Heritage Images / Getty | The Pullman porters are among the unsung heroes of Black history. They helped transform America's railroad industry, making luxury train travel synonymous with comfort, elegance, and exceptional service through the Pullman Car Company, founded by businessman George Pullman. But behind the polished image of these "hotels on wheels" was a painful reality: the men responsible for delivering that luxury endured racism, exploitation, grueling hours, and low wages. So who were The Pullman Porters? Let's unpack the history behind these hidden figures. | Who were The Pullman Porte…
(2026-10-26). Trump's Latest Election Tantrum Is A Lawsuit To Toss California Mail-In Ballots. newsone.com 
Source: The San Diego Union-Tribune / Getty | When the emperor is a petulant child, that usually means a bunch of nuisance lawsuits because he has the ovaries to say this will be a huge waste of time. | Nevertheless, President Trump's administration filed a lawsuit Sunday looking to force California officials to throw out thousands of mail-in ballots that the administration claims were sent to noncitizens ahead of the midterm elections. | "During a rare weekend oral argument, two judges on a three-judge panel of the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals sharply questioned a Justice Department lawyer about the laws…
(2026-10-26). 15-Year-Old Arrested For Shooting Outside Florida. newsone.com 
Source: Florida A&M University / Getty | The Tallahassee Police Department announced on Monday that they arrested a 15-year-old who was involved in a shooting last weekend outside Florida A&M. |
(2026-10-26). Trump Spews Racism And Fetishizes Nicki Minaj, Who Has Clearly Lost Her MAGA-Fied Mind. newsone.com 
Source: Alex Wong / Getty | Here's the thing: we are smack in the middle of an era of U.S. politics that needs to be documented and studied as thoroughly as possible, because someone will try to rewrite this time in history. MAGA America won't want to abide by history books that reflect a time when the U.S.'s standing in the world has tanked, respect for the office of the presidency has become nonexistent, presidential scandals make Watergate look like shallow-rain-puddle-gate, Klan rally-level hate speech from behind a podium is normalized, and the stupidest people America can offer are running the country.
(2026-10-26). France's Student Revolt: Gangster Capitalism And The War On Youth. popularresistance.org Across France, Spain, India, Belgium, and other parts of the world, young people are taking to the streets, giving voice to a growing international revolt against the destruction of public education, the collapse of social protections, the erosion of democratic rights, and the cruel politics of austerity. Despite their different national histories, these struggles share a growing anger at the savage machinery of neoliberal capitalism, its abandonment of the young, its concentration of wealth and power in the hands of ruling elites, its embrace of militarism, and its systematic destruction of the public institutio…
(2026-10-26). Albania's Protests Show No Signs Of Backing Down. popularresistance.org The months-long protests in Albania have reached a new escalation, with university students strengthening their mobilization since mid-October. | Concerns about study expenses, poor employment prospects, and low wages have added impetus to a movement that has demanded the resignation of Prime Minister Edi Rama and urgent action on the widespread corruption weighing on the country. | "Students have brought the Flamingo Revolution into a new phase," wrote the Solidarity Albania platform. "In a capital where living costs devour 170% of the median net wage, public universities are starved to force youth into economic…
(2026-10-26). Sunday Science: First-of-Its-Kind Vaccine Ushers In New Hope for Cancer Patients. portside.org Sunday Science: First-of-Its-Kind Vaccine Ushers In New Hope for Cancer Patients |
(2026-10-26). Lula Wins Fourth Term As Brazil President After Historic Upset Over Far-Right Flávio Bolsonaro. portside.org Lula Wins Fourth Term As Brazil President After Historic Upset Over Far-Right Flávio Bolsonaro |
(2026-10-26). Milwaukee's Proud History of Baseball — and Socialism. portside.org Milwaukee's Proud History of Baseball — and Socialism |
(2026-10-26). The Communist Thrillers of Anna Seghers. portside.org The Communist Thrillers of Anna Seghers |
(2026-10-26). Glee's Pro-LGBTQ+ Vision Captured 2010s Hope. Can a Reboot Handle Trump's America? portside.org Glee's Pro-LGBTQ+ Vision Captured 2010s Hope. Can a Reboot Handle Trump's America? |
(2026-10-26). Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders Unionize After Years of Fighting for Fair Pay. portside.org Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders Unionize After Years of Fighting for Fair Pay |
(2026-10-26). Israel Is Accelerating Plans to Annex Neighboring Lands. progressivehub.net GILBERT ACHCAR | JACOBIN…
(2026-10-26). The Democratic Party Still Hates the Left. progressivehub.net MARGARET KIMBERLEY | BLACK AGENDA REPORT…
(2026-10-26). Glory to the Martyr: Dr. Fathi Shaqaqi and the Palestinian Revolutionary Alternative. samidoun.net 
Samidoun Palestinian Prisoner Solidarity Network salutes the martyred Palestinian leader, Dr. Fathi Shaqaqi, on the 31st anniversary of his assassination in Malta. Throughout his short 44 years of life, he was dedicated to the revolutionary path for the liberation of his land and people: Palestine. The founder of the Islamic Jihad Movement in Palestine and …
(2026-10-26). Mamdani's Honeymoon Is Coming To An End For Many On The Left. scheerpost.com James Dennis Hoff, Left Voice. Criticisms of Mamdani must extend beyond the mayor as an individual leader. And wrestle with the problems inherent in the strategy that brought him to power. Before proceeding, let's just get one thing straight: this is not another premature autopsy of the Zohran Mamdani administration. In February, just one month after …
(2026-10-26). The Entire Journalism Industry Is on a Collision Course With AI. scheerpost.com By Jason Pramas This article was originally published by Truthout News publishers either fight tech oligarchs or we lose the Fourth Estate. While it is not yet possible to say that the group of technologies currently called "AI" is harmful to literally everyone, that tech is already harming large numbers of people in many different …
(2026-10-26). Hormuz Gas Crisis: 15.5 mn. EVs Sold Globally This Year. scheerpost.com Juan Cole Informed Comment Globally, sales of battery-electric (BEVs) and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) vehicles in the first nine months of 2026 came to 15.5 million units, according to Benchmark Mineral Intelligence, as reported by Evdance. That is annual growth, January-September, of 3 percent. The growth comes despite Trump deliberately having engineered a crash in US sales …
(2026-10-26). Abortion Rights Are on the Ballot in 4 States in the 2026 Midterms. scheerpost.com By Lauren Rankin This article was originally published by Truthout Voters in Missouri, Idaho, Virginia, and Nevada will decide the fate of abortion rights in their states. Abortion is once again on the ballot. While the fate of the U.S. Senate and the U.S. House both hang in the balance, the Trump administration can still …
(2026-10-26). US Urged to Recognize Lula's Win as Trump Ally Flávio Bolsonaro Demands 'Annulment'. scheerpost.com Jake Johnson Common Dreams Pro-democracy campaigners urged governments around the world, including in the US, to formally recognize Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva victory in Sunday's runoff election as his far-right challenger, Sen. Flávio Bolsonaro, refused to accept the results, sparking fears of political violence and another coup attempt. "It is impossible to recognize the …
(2026-10-26). Are Cops Part Of The Labor Movement Or An Existential Threat To It? scheerpost.com Maximillian Alvarez, Hamilton Nolan and Jacob Morrison TRNN Far from all the political bluster about police being "defunded," six years after the earth-shaking George Floyd protests swept the US and public approval for law enforcement plummeted, police have never been more politically and monetarily supported than they are now. But when veteran labor reporters and union activists Hamilton …
(2026-10-26). Watch: Lula 'We had to defeat foreign interference' to win. skwawkbox.org 
Re-elected Brazilian president Lula da Silva, who last night became the first-ever candidate to overturn a first-round deficit to defeat fascist rival Flavio Bolsonaro, has said that he and his supporters had to defeat foreign interference to win. US and Israeli interference Da Silva overcame heavily-funded attempts by the US and Israel to install the …
(2026-10-26). Breaking: roasting of Bolsonaro works as Lula wins 4th term. skwawkbox.org Brazilian presidential incumbent Lula da Silva's feisty approach in the second phase of the election has paid dividends, taking him from a close second after the first phase to a clear win. Lula roasted and mocked fascist Flavio Bolsonaro, forcing Bolsonaro into missteps that allowed da Silva's supporters to run viral campaigns mocking his rival. …
(2026-10-26). In the name of democracy: The EU's war on the enemy within. strategic-culture.su By Hàºseyin DOƒûRU | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | Built to fight foreign interference, Europe's security apparatus is…
(2026-10-26). In a reverse of the Cold War domino theory, right-wing dominos are falling fast in Latin America. strategic-culture.su By Riva ENTEEN | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | Some of the remnant socialist governments appear to be sliding toward subservience | "Re…
(2026-10-26). Up in arms… Koreans reject U.S. empire's plan to make South Korea the next Ukraine. strategic-culture.su
(2026-10-26). The Brazilian left has yet to understand the evangelical phenomenon. strategic-culture.su
(2026-10-26). The Iran war and the 'terrible power of the purse'. strategic-culture.su Netanyahu is telling Trump that he needs now to finish the job of destroying Iran | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | The 'Grand Design' to…
(2026-10-26). Ex-Verdi-Sekretà§r Ralf Krà§mer: "Hochràºstung ist Klassenkampf von oben" strategic-culture.su Erst Sozialproteste, jetzt Friedensdemos: Beide Bewegungen eint mehr, als es scheint. Ralf Krà§mer erklà§rt, warum. Ein Gesprà§ch àºber Krieg, Krise und Kapital. | Nach dem Protest ist davor: am Wochenende folgen in Berlin wie Stuttgart groàüe Friedensdemonstrationen — diese wollen explizit an den DGB-Sozialaktionstag anschlieàüen. | Daràºber sprach Telepolis mit Ralf Krà§mer. Der Sozialwissenschaftler und war àºber zwei Jahrzehnte Gewerkschaftssekretà§r in der ver.di-Bundesverwaltung im Bereich Wirtschaftspolitik. Er ist aktiv in der Initiative "Nie wieder…
(2026-10-26). Pentagon Records Missed Almost Half of Troops' Domestic Abuse Killings. theintercept.com 
"Records are important," said the mother of a woman killed by her Navy colleague. We found nearly twice as many domestic-abuse killings by servicemembers as the DoD listed.
(2026-10-26). McCullum urges England to learn. tribune.com.pk 
England head coach Brendon McCullum said his team must learn from their narrow defeats after Pakistan beat England by one wicket in the ODI tri-series at Gaddafi Stadium Lahore on Sunday, leaving their fate in the tournament out of their hands. | The defeat was England's third in a series of games McCullum believed they could have won, with the coach acknowledging that his inexperienced side needed to improve ahead of next year's World Cup in South Africa. | "Look, the boys are gutted to be honest. They were gutted after the last game and they're even more gutted after this one I think. Fought so hard for so l…
(2026-10-26). PSX sheds 715 points as investors brace for policy rate decision. tribune.com.pk 
Anxiety over a policy rate hike by the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) at its Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting on Monday overshadowed investor optimism as decline continued at the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX), with selling pressure dragging the benchmark index down 714.63 points, or 0.44%, to 161,660.24 by 12: 24pm. | Morning trading started with fragile sentiment as the index dropped to 162,347.31, down 27.56 points, or 0.02%, at 9: 34am. The KSE-100 Index touched an intraday high of 162,487.82 and a low of 161,250.06. The benchmark index had closed at 162,374.87 in the previous session. | Read: PSX down 4…
(2026-10-26). JI to march on Islamabad in mid-November if govt fails to end petroleum levy: Hafiz Naeem. tribune.com.pk 
Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) Pakistan Ameer Hafiz Naeem ur Rehman on Monday warned that his party would march towards Islamabad in mid-November if the government failed to abolish the petroleum levy and provide relief to the public. | He also condemned the imposition of an emergency in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (K-P), describing it as a violation of human rights, and demanded its withdrawal. | Speaking at a press conference at Mansoorah, Naeem said JI would continue its campaign against the petroleum levy until the government accepted its demands. He acknowledged that the government had provided some relief in petroleum pric…
(2026-10-26). Former army chief Abdul Waheed Kakar passes away in Rawalpindi: ISPR. tribune.com.pk 
Chief of Army Staff (COAS) and Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Field Marshal Asim Munir on Monday expressed deep sorrow over the passing of former COAS (Retd) General Abdul Waheed Kakar who passed away in Rawalpindi, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said. | According to the military's media wing, CDF Munir, along with all ranks of the Pakistan Army, paid tribute "to the late general's distinguished military career, leadership and invaluable services to the Pakistan Army." | "The Pakistan Army shares the grief of the bereaved family and offers its heartfelt condolences," the ISPR said, adding, "May Alla…
(2026-10-26). There Are No Eternal Allies or Perpetual Enemies. unitedworldint.com In memory of Juan Pablo Cárdenas, colleague and friend who surely would have read this article and would have shared his always insightful opinions and reflections with me. His life and his struggle, his high professional level and above all his superior human qualities beyond question, will always accompany me as an image of the …
(2026-10-26). 'A major difference': Wilmington is giving up to $10,000 for repairs to homeowners with moderate incomes. whyy.org What are journalists missing from the state of Delaware? What would you most like WHYY News to cover? If you own and live in a home in Wilmington that has a leaky roof, faulty electricity or a rickety porch, you could be eligible for up to $10,000 from the city government for repairs. | Under a program that has $500,000 allocated to it through next June, Wilmington says the first-come, first-served initiative seeks to keep residents — especially older ones — in their homes when they can't afford needed fixes. | "We want to make sure that we keep property owners i…
(2026-10-26). Hundreds of rain gardens and 'green' projects later, what is Philly's next plan to stop raw sewage from spilling into local waterways? whyy.org This story is part of the From the Poconos to the Jersey Shore to the mouth of the Delaware Bay, what do you want to know about climate change? What would you like us to cover?
| During sunny summer afternoons, children play and revel in a splash park at the Ferko Playground in the Juniata neighborhood in North Philadelphia. | But during weeks of intense rainfall, their frolicking is disrupted by a nearby waterway that erupts with r…
(2026-10-26). 'Everyone deserves to be remembered': Montco builds resting place for unclaimed remains. whyy.org From Delco to Chesco and Montco to Bucks, what about life in Philly's suburbs do you want WHYY News to cover? Dr. Janine Darby was touring the Montgomery County Coroner's Office in 2023, months before she would be elected to lead it, when she saw something that she said "just kind of made [her] sad." | It was a file room containing shelves filled with the hundreds of unclaimed, cremated remains of people whose deaths the office had investigated. | "I didn't know this existed until I actually saw with my own eyes that this is how we're keeping these unclaimed and abandoned de…
(2026-10-26). Pa., N.J. and Del. to kick off 2027 ACA health insurance open enrollment on Nov. 1 as health costs rise: What you should know. whyy.org 
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? There's only one time of year when people can shop for health insurance on Affordable Care Act marketplaces and make changes to their plans, and that's during the annual open enrollment period, which begins Nov. 1. | Coverage purchased during open enrollment will take effect on New Year's Day or in early 2027. | Hundreds of thousands of residents in the Delaware Valley will be able to review plans on state-based exchanges like
(2026-10-26). 'On Raglan Road' Sinéad O'Connor with Donal Lunny Band. wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-10-26). Lula's victory may be a turning point for Latin America. aljazeera.com The outcome of Brazil's presidential election demonstrates that the far-right tide in Latin America is not inevitable.
(2026-10-26). Kimi Antonelli wins US Grand Prix, closes in on F1 championship. aljazeera.com Mercedes's 20-year-old driver can win the championship in Mexico next week if his teammate Russell doesn't win the race.
(2026-10-26). Israel's election: The main issues in the words of the leading candidates. aljazeera.com From judicial reform to conscription, here's where candidates stand on the key issues dominating the campaign.
(2026-10-26). Jordan arrests three suspects in deadly church attack. aljazeera.com Suspects refuse to surrender and attack security forces, who return fire, wound and arrest them, authorities say.
(2026-10-26). The French government is hiding behind a 'riots' narrative. aljazeera.com It is much easier to fearmonger and try to delegitimise the protests than to address students' demands.
(2026-10-26). The Gambia's first blind magistrate tests a system built for the sighted. aljazeera.com For a decade, Muhammed Krubally has shown what is possible and what still needs to change.
(2026-10-26). Israel's election: Five key things to know. aljazeera.com Vote comes as Israel is embroiled in multiple wars, faces international criticism and grapples with domestic divisions.
(2026-10-26). Social video captures moment Brazil's election turned. aljazeera.com Video shot by supporters of the candidates in Brazil's presidential runoff show the moment the result began changing…
(2026-10-26). Bolsonaro calls for Brazil election result to be annulled. aljazeera.com Brazil's right-wing Senator Flavio Bolsonaro has called for the presidential election result to be 'annulled'.
(2026-10-26). US appeals court sceptical of Trump's lawsuit over California voter rolls. aljazeera.com Judge questions Trump-led effort to exert greater influence over the electoral process ahead of upcoming midterm vote.
(2026-10-26). Attackers kill nurse, injure health worker responding to DRC Ebola case. aljazeera.com The attack in eastern Dr Congo is the latest on health workers and responders to the deadly Ebola outbreak.
(2026-10-26). Trump dials up Islamophobia against Abdul El-Sayed at Michigan Senate rally. aljazeera.com Al Jazeera looks at the key takeaways from the US president's campaign event in Michigan ahead of the midterm vote.
(2026-10-26). World reacts to Lula's victory in Brazil's presidential election. aljazeera.com International leaders and politicians congratulate the Brazilian president on his re-election.
(2026-10-26). Ballon d'Or 2026 predictions: Yamal, Mbappe and Kane — who will win? aljazeera.com The winner of the 2026 Ballon d'Or will be crowned at Monday's gala in London, the first time it has been held in Britain.
(2026-10-26). Lula thanks Brazil's youth for historic election win. aljazeera.com Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has won an unprecedented fourth term.
(2026-10-26). Brazil election results 2026: Key takeaways from Lula's historic win. aljazeera.com Lula wins a fourth term after a dramatic run-off marred by voting confusion and allegations of interference.
(2026-10-26). China, Indonesia to hold 'Sharp Knife 2026' army counter-terrorism joint training in Guangdong. ecns.cn The Chinese and Indonesian militaries will hold the "Sharp Knife 2026" army counter-terrorism joint training in South China's Guangdong Province in late October to early November, China's Ministry of National Defense said on Monday.
(2026-10-26). First exhibits arrive at ninth China International Import Expo. ecns.cn The first batch of exhibits for the ninth China International Import Expo arrived at the National Exhibition and Convention Center in Shanghai Monday, as setup for the event enters its final stretch.
(2026-10-26). Exploring autumn beauty amid emerald-green waters in southwest China. ecns.cn As late autumn sets in, the pond's emerald-green waters and surrounding landscapes attract visitors seeking leisure and relaxation.
(2026-10-26). China completes geological hazard inspections near Xizang earthquake epicenter. ecns.cn China's Ministry of Natural Resources has completed inspections of potential geological hazard sites within 50 kilometers (about 31 miles) of the epicenter of a magnitude 7.0 earthquake that struck Baqen County in Nagqu, in southwestern China's Xizang Autonomous Region on Thursday, the ministry said.
(2026-10-26). Over 300 Russian students board special train for study tour in China. ecns.cn More than 300 Russian students departed from Manzhouli Railway Station in north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region at 9: 40 p.m. on Saturday aboard train Y778, bound for Qiqihar in northeast China's Heilongjiang Province.
(2026-10-26). Rescue teams recover valuables in quake-hit zone in Xizang. ecns.cn A 7.0-magnitude earthquake struck Baqen County at 10: 33 p.m. on Thursday. According to official reports, as of 5 p.m. on Saturday, the earthquake had left 16 people dead and 76 injured, including 11 seriously injured and 65 with minor injuries. A total of 12,489 people had been relocated.
(2026-10-26). China to send giant panda Ran Ran to Belgium for conservation research. ecns.cn China will send Ran Ran, a female giant panda born on May 31, 2017, to Belgium to continue a bilateral giant panda conservation and research program, the China Wildlife Conservation Association said on Monday.
(2026-10-26). Earthquake survivors move into temporary housing in Xizang. ecns.cn
(2026-10-26). Power fully restored in quake-hit zone in Xizang. ecns.cn Power was fully restored to the earthquake-hit area of Baqen County in Nagqu City, in southwestern China's Xizang Autonomous Region, at 8: 38 p.m. on Saturday after a magnitude 7.0 earthquake.
(2026-10-26). Wang Shun advances to men's 100m individual medley final at national swimming championships. ecns.cn
(2026-10-26). 20th CPC Central Committee starts fifth plenary session. ecns.cn The 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (CPC) started its fifth plenary session in Beijing on Monday morning.
(2026-10-26). Brazil's presidential election runoff begins. ecns.cn
(2026-10-26). China maintains global lead in shipbuilding industry. ecns.cn China continued to lead the global shipbuilding industry in the first nine months of 2026, with its three major shipbuilding indicators accounting for the largest shares of the global market, according to data released by the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology.
(2026-10-26). China edges U.S. to top group at U-17 Women's World Cup. ecns.cn China defeated the United States 3-2 in their final Group E match at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup on Sunday to finish top of the group with three straight wins and advance to the last 16.
(2026-10-26). China's ports streamline exports as green products reach global markets. ecns.cn China is improving coordination among its seaports, airports and land ports to help manufacturers ship goods overseas more efficiently, as exports of electric vehicles, lithium-ion batteries and other green products continue to expand.
(2026-10-26). Pan Zhanle wins men's 100-meter freestyle swimming title at National Swimming Championships. ecns.cn Chinese swimmer Pan Zhanle wins the men's 100-meter freestyle swimming title in 46.20 seconds at the 2026 National Swimming Championships (25m) in Beijing, Oct. 25, 2026.
(2026-10-26). Yu Zidi wins woman's 200-meter butterfly stroke title at National Swimming Championships. ecns.cn Chinese swimmer Yu Zidi wins the woman's 200-meter butterfly stroke title in 2.03.97 seconds at the 2026 National Swimming Championships (25m) in Beijing, Oct. 25, 2026.
(2026-10-26). Young people account for over half of China's red tourism bookings. ecns.cn Young travelers are becoming a driving force in China's red tourism market, with people aged 18 to 35 accounting for more than half of all scenic-site ticket bookings in the first half of 2026, official data showed.
(2026-10-26). Xi exchanges congratulations with Belgium's King Philippe over 55th anniversary of ties. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping and Belgium's King Philippe on Sunday exchanged congratulations on the 55th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries.
(2026-10-26). Brazil's Lula wins historic 4th term, rebuffing right-wing wave and Trump's regional agenda. geo.tv Brazil's President and re-election candidate for the Workers' Party , Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, reacts next to his wife, First Lady Rosângela da Silva and Vice President Geraldo Alckmin after knowing the first results of the presidential runoff election, in São Paulo,…
(2026-10-26). Trump attacks El-Sayed as Obama defends Democrat against claims he is 'less American'. geo.tv Democratic US Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed and US President Donald Trump. — ReutersEl-Sayed would be first Muslim elected to US Senate.President Trump has sought to paint El-Sayed as extremist.Republican party candidate is former US Representative Mike Rogers.
(2026-10-26). Statement on nuclear weapons to the UN General Assembly's First Committee. icrc.org
(2026-10-26). Sudan: Aerial attacks on populated areas are endangering civilian lives. icrc.org
(2026-10-26). Dnipro: improving continuity of care for prisoners of war through coordination. icrc.org
(2026-10-26). Egypt: ICRC and Al-Azhar University Discuss Common Humanitarian Principles in International Humanitarian Law and Islamic Law. icrc.org
(2026-10-26). Ethiopia: ICRC responds to humanitarian needs amid renewed hostilities in the north. icrc.org
(2026-10-26). Ukraine: Letters from families to prisoners of war. icrc.org
(2026-10-26). Yemen: ICRC supports release of 159 detainees in Sana'a. icrc.org
(2026-10-26). Counterterrorism, IHL and the role of military police. icrc.org
(2026-10-26). National Society Investment Alliance announces 2026 grants to 18 Red Cross and Red Crescent National Societies. icrc.org
(2026-10-26). Nigeria: ICRC-supported health facilities see 18 per cent rise in malnutrition cases. icrc.org
(2026-10-26). Statement on universal jurisdiction to the UN General Assembly's Sixth Committee. icrc.org
(2026-10-26). Donetsk: The quiet that conflict takes away. icrc.org
(2026-10-26). Statement to the UN General Assembly's First Committee. icrc.org
(2026-10-26). Second international expert workshop on the missing under Islamic law. icrc.org
(2026-10-26). Yemen: Health system faces mounting pressure as fighting intensifies. icrc.org
(2026-10-26). Nigeria: A day in the life of a nutritionist on the frontline against hunger. icrc.org
(2026-10-26). Middle East: ICRC president calls for de-escalation and protection of civilians. icrc.org
(2026-10-26). Tree of Solidarity: A Tribute to Humanitarian Workers. icrc.org
(2026-10-26). First to Arrive, Last to Leave: Stories from Iran's Red Crescent Responders. icrc.org
(2026-10-26). ICRC president underscores role of international humanitarian law as foundation for global peace and stability in Audience with Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican and President Mattarella in Rome. icrc.org
(2026-10-26). Ukraine: Humanity as a lifelong mission. icrc.org
(2026-10-26). Frequently asked questions: AI and cyber operations in armed conflict. icrc.org
(2026-10-26). Frequently asked questions: AI decision-support systems in armed conflict. icrc.org
(2026-10-26). Sunday 11/1: Film Screening: Kikuyu Land. indybay.org San Francisco Main Library, Koret Auditorium | 100 Larkin Street | San Francisco, CA 94102…
(2026-10-26). Animals, Both Human and Canine in Rallies and March to End Animal Testing. indybay.org Congress called on to pass the COMPACT Act (H.R.10522), a bipartisan bill that would end federal funding of dog and cat experiments…
(2026-10-26). FEMA administrator tells Americans you're on your own. indybay.org The partially collapsed Bay Bridge between Oakland and San Francisco from the 1989 Loma Prieta earthquake was repaired with help (money) from FEMA, in addition to the work done on the collapsed Cypress Freeway in Oakland after the earthquake occurred. The treacherous Trump regime does not want FEMA to help us out after disasters anymore.
(2026-10-26). Milan Prepares and Braces for Unrest. indybay.org As protesters plan another action in Milan, the Meloni government sends troops to the city to avoid a repeat of last weeks riot whil estill not addressing the public's concerns.
(2026-10-26). Ami Chen Mills – An Interview with Candidate for Santa Cruz Mayor. indybay.org Audio interview with Ami Chen Mills, candidate for Santa Cruz, California mayor in Nov. 3, 2026 runoff election.
(2026-10-26). Tuesday 10/27: Who Controls the Ballot Box? The Authoritarian Fight for Federal Control of Our Votes. indybay.org Virtual – join from anywhere…
(2026-10-26). Wednesday 11/4: Protect the Vote Interfaith Gathering and March. indybay.org 10am – First Unitarian Church of Oakland, 685 14th St., Oaklnad, CA | 11am – March to Federal Building, 1301 Clay St., Oakland, CA…
(2026-10-26). Tuesday 10/27: Come to a Ballot Party! indybay.org Park Branch : Library | 1833 Page/Cole…
(2026-10-26). Friday 10/23: ICE Out of The Bay Emergency Rally at Highland Hospital. indybay.org Highland Hospital main entrance | Stuart St & East 31st St | Oakland, CA…
(2026-10-26). "Say No To Blood Tech" At Apple With Fired Apple Worker & Organizer Tarik Ra'ouf. indybay.org Apple has a sordid and criminal role from Palestine to the Congo and Apple tech organizer Tarik Ra'ouf talks about it's role internationally and in the United States where it shuts down stores and fires workers who want to have a union.
(2026-10-26). Sunday 11/1: End the ICE Age: Butterflies of Remembrance. indybay.org In front of Olympus Bakery on Castro | 135 Castro St | Mountain View, CA 94041…
(2026-10-26). Monday 10/26: No Monarch Monday: Weekly Protest at Tesla in San Francisco. indybay.org At the Tesla Dealership, 999 Van Ness (corner of Van Ness and O'Farrell), San Francisco…
(2026-10-26). Hundreds of Captive Mink Liberated From Idaho Fur Farm. indybay.org Second Massive Liberation of Captive Mink This Season…
(2026-10-26). Saturday 10/24: Lompico Pond Restoration Project (LPRP) Volunteer Workday. indybay.org Lompico Pond (aka "Guacamole Pond" officially "Lake Lompico") | ~ 11603 Lakeshore Dr. (Felton CA 95018) near Lake Blvd…
(2026-10-26). Israeli Squatter-Settler Terrorism against West Bank Palestinians and all the Excuses. juancole.com
(2026-10-26). Serbia's student movement brings down President Vucic's government, ends decade-long rule in historic upset. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: The student alliance 'Student List' has won the election in Serbia, defeating the party of former President Aleksandar Vucic, who is considered close to Russian President Vladimir Putin. Vucic, was the candidate for prime minister after resigning from the presidency in September.According to Vucic, the student coalition secured at least 135 of the 250 seats in parliament, while his party was projected to win around 105 seats.The student alliance received approximately 2.2 million votes, compared with 1.72 million votes for Vucic's, party. However, the final official results have not yet been annou…
(2026-10-26). Canada: 15 Punjabi-origin candidates elected to British Columbia assembly as Conservatives sweep polls. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: Fifteen candidates of Punjabi origin have paved their way into the British Columbia provincial assembly, 12 of them Conservatives and three NDP, according to Canadian media reports.The Conservatives made significant gains in Surrey, British Columbia, home to one of the largest Punjabi communities outside India, winning all 10 electoral ridings in the city."A blue wave has officially engulfed Surrey and White Rock," the Surrey Now-Leader reported, highlighting the party's sweep of the region.Among the winners, Mandeep Dhaliwal retained Surrey North, a seat he won in 2024 by defeating NDP minister R…
(2026-10-26). Lula da Silva, staunch critic of Trump, scripts history with fourth presidential term in Brazil. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has won an unprecedented fourth term, defeating Senator Flávio Bolsonaro, the eldest son of former president Jair Bolsonaro. The result reportedly went against opinion polls and came amid a wider rise in right-wing politics across Latin America.The victory marks another comeback for the 80-year-old left-wing leader, who previously served as president from 2003 to 2011 before returning to power in 2022 by defeating Jair Bolsonaro.Lula overcame public concerns over rising prices, corruption scandals and his government's performance to secure another term…
(2026-10-26). Lula da Silva wins runoff and retains Brazil's presidency. radiohc.cu In an historic electoral victory, Brazilian leader Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva won Sunday's presidential runoff election, securing 51.77 percent of the valid votes. | In doing so, the Workers' Party candidate defeated ultra right-wing Senator Flávio Bolsonaro, of the Liberal Party, who received 48.26 percent of the valid votes. | STORY IS DEVELOPING… | [ SOURCE: PRENSA LATINA ]…
(2026-10-26). Trump prepares new onslaught on Iran in defiance of mass opposition to war. wsws.org The Trump and Netanyahu administrations are in the final stages of preparing a massive new assault against Iran, in advance of elections in which both leaders are expected to face major electoral setbacks.
(2026-10-26). Department of Justice files suit to block certification of Alaska Senate vote—but only if Republican loses. wsws.org The unprecedented lawsuit, defying the US Constitution, is the first overt action by the Trump administration to challenge the results of the midterm election.
(2026-10-26). Hundreds of thousands of protesters defy Macron government's repression in France. wsws.org Many demonstrations were banned or confronted with massive police deployments. The result was a debacle for the French government.
(2026-10-26). The Left Party's silence on Bogdan Syrotiuk. wsws.org This silence is no accident. It is an expression of the political role of the Left Party and a warning to all those who regard it as an opposition to war, social cuts and fascism.
(2026-10-26). SEP candidates in the Victoria election in Northern Metropolitan. wsws.org The SEP candidates are campaigning to build a socialist movement against war, austerity, attacks on democratic rights and the destruction of working-class living standards.
(2026-10-26). New Zealand: SEG candidate advances socialist perspective at Hutt South forum. wsws.org Tom Petterson put forward the SEG's socialist program in opposition to the agenda of war and austerity that is shared by National, Labour and their allies.
(2026-10-26). A socialist perspective to fight against war and austerity! Attend the SEP's Victorian election campaign launch! wsws.org The Socialist Equality Party will launch its Victorian election campaign at a public meeting on November 1, advancing a socialist alternative to war, austerity and the rise of the far right.
(2026-10-26). Fourth insolvency in 6 years leaves 12,000 Galeria workers facing store closures in Germany. wsws.org Galeria's latest insolvency shows that the concessions and "restructuring contracts" negotiated by the Verdi union have neither saved jobs nor stopped the plundering of the company by investors.
(2026-10-26). David North opens fall lecture series with meetings at Wayne State and Michigan State universities. wsws.org Dozens of students and workers in Detroit and East Lansing attended each meeting and took part in serious discussions on war, the Democratic Party, and the fight for socialism.
(2026-10-26). Postal worker silenced by union official, management for exposing safety hazards. wsws.org An NLRB ruling found that the USPS had illegally restricted the rights of rank-and-file postal workers to independently organize and solicit grievances over safety issues.
(2026-10-26). Bradford White strikers reject third sellout deal by nearly 62 percent. wsws.org This was a vote of no confidence in the conduct of the strike by the UAW, which has worked with management to impose concessions through open threats.
(2026-10-26). Opposition leader Luisa González arrested in Ecuador. wsws.org The jailing of the candidate who twice ran against President Noboa, five weeks before elections from which her party has been barred, marks a new stage in the criminalization of political opposition.
(2026-10-26). After the COB's betrayals, Bolivian workers launch new wave of struggles against fuel hikes and IMF austerity. wsws.org Twice this year the COB bureaucracy called off general strikes only to be answered by new government attacks.
(2026-10-26). This week in history: October 26-November 1. wsws.org Japan authorizes overseas military deployment for the first time since WWII; South Africa's apartheid regime declares the Bantustan of Transkei "independent"; US Navy aircraft kill more than 500 in a bombing raid in North Korea; Fascist dictator Benito Mussolini survives an assassination attempt in Bologna.
(2026-10-26). The Education Gap Is Türkiye—ASEAN Relations' Real Economic Constraint. unitedworldint.com By Mehmet Enes Be≈üer Türkiye's admission as an ASEAN Dialogue Partner on 21 July 2026 has invited a familiar set of questions. How quickly can trade grow? Which sectors can attract investment? What new agreements might follow? These questions matter, but they begin at the wrong end of the relationship. The harder constraint is that …
(2026-10-26). European Politician Moran: Housing Cannot Be Left to the Mercy of the Market. unitedworldint.com By Kivanàß àñzdal Why did the housing crisis in Spain deepen? How did the housing issue transform into a political crisis? Will early elections bring a solution? Did Western globalists use the housing crisis to overthrow the Sánchez government over its stance on Palestine and Iran? Marta Martín Morán, one of the leaders of the …
(2026-10-26). US Urged to Recognize Lula's Presidential Victory as Bolsonaro Demands Annulment. truthout.org Pro-democracy campaigners urged governments around the world, including in the U.S., to formally recognize Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva victory in Sunday's runoff election as his far-right challenger, Sen. Flávio Bolsonaro, refused to accept the results, sparking fears of political violence and another coup attempt. "It is impossible to recognize the results. I am going to… |
(2026-10-26). Man Who Spent Years Undermining Voters' Interests May Win Newly Drawn District. truthout.org Not two weeks after the Tennessee legislature carved Memphis into three congressional districts this spring, in a move designed to eliminate Democratic representation, Republican state Sen. Brent Taylor made his electoral expectations clear in a photo posted on social media. Taylor and U.S. Rep. Tim Burchett, a fellow Republican, sat side by side on the U.S. Capitol steps. |
(2026-10-26). For Child Abuse Survivors Like Me, Prison Reactivates Familiar Trauma. truthout.org The man in blue is yelling at me. His voice slices the air before my mind can catch up. My body responds first — heart racing, shoulders tightening, breath shallow. I know this reaction intimately. It is older than this moment, older than this uniform. It lives in muscle memory, in skin, in a nervous system trained early to survive authority. The man in blue is screaming commands… |
(2026-10-26). Announcing the Winners of the 6th Annual Keeley Schenwar Memorial Essay Prize. truthout.org As repression has escalated in so many realms of U.S. life over the past year and a half, we cannot allow ourselves to forget that nearly 2 million people in this country experience some of the most constant and brutal state repression, in the form of incarceration. Millions more are on probation, parole, electronic monitoring, or another form of non-institutional confinement that often leads… |
(2026-10-26). Cancer in Prison: A Death Sentence? truthout.org How did my prison doctor miss a tumor the size of a doll's head on my ultrasound? Why did I get cancer? I had been imprisoned at Perryville in Goodyear, Arizona, for 14 years — most of which were spent as a tutor, helping hundreds of women obtain their GED. So why me? It turns out I was asking all the wrong questions back then, before my colon cancer spread. When you are a cancer… |
(2026-10-26). Study in Switzerland finds over half of participants see fake news as 'major' social issue. tribune.com.pk 
More than half of research participants in Switzerland consider disinformation a "major" social problem, expressing concern over misinformation, according to a study released Monday. | The findings were published in the University of Zurich's Research Centre for the Public Sphere and Society 2026 Quality of the Media Yearbook, Swissinfo reported. | Some 56.5% of the participants view "fake news as a major social problem," the report noted. | The latest percentage represents a "significant" increase compared with five years ago, it added. | The study found that more than half of respondents regularly encounter…
(2026-10-26). Govt hikes petrol by Rs1.54, diesel by Rs2.16 for Oct 27. tribune.com.pk 
The federal government on Monday increased the price of petrol and high-speed diesel (HSD) by Rs1.54 and Rs2.16 per litre, respectively, for October 27. | According to a notification issued by the Petroleum Division, the price of petrol was fixed at Rs379.25 per litre, while HSD would cost Rs395.82 per litre for Tuesday. | The latest revision comes after the government increased the price of HSD by Rs1.91 per litre while keeping the price of petrol unchanged from October 24 to October 26. | Read: Govt increases diesel by Rs1.91, keeps petrol unchanged till Oct 26 | On July 17, the government announced a new pr…
(2026-10-26). Where have Karachi's Olive Ridley turtles gone? tribune.com.pk 
Once familiar visitors to Pakistan's sandy shores, Olive Ridley sea turtles have all but vanished from the country's recorded nesting grounds. Now, the discovery of a dead turtle on Clifton Beach has brought an old ecological mystery into focus: if these turtles still inhabit the Arabian Sea, where have the breeding females gone? | The turtle's death has no confirmed explanation. It may have become entangled in a fishing net, collided with a vessel or fallen victim to marine pollution. But its appearance on Karachi's shoreline has renewed concern over a far bigger disappearance – the collapse of Olive Ridley n…
(2026-10-26). Faysal Quraishi, Hareem Farooq raise concerns over alleged paid campaign against 'Mango Jutt'. tribune.com.pk 
Actors Faysal Quraishi and Hareem Farooq have raised concerns over alleged paid negative publicity targeting their Punjabi-language film Mango Jutt, arguing that coordinated online narratives could hurt not only an individual production but also Pakistan's already struggling cinema industry. | Quraishi addressed the issue in an Instagram video, questioning the practice of publishing negative reviews without watching a film and warning that paid propaganda could undermine the industry's efforts to bring audiences back to cinemas. | In his video, he questioned the broader consequences of what he described as pai…
(2026-10-26). Pakistan, US agree to enhance cooperation in energy sector. tribune.com.pk 
Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik on Monday held a meeting with United States Chargé d'Affaires (Cd'A) Natalie Baker to discuss avenues for strengthening bilateral cooperation in the energy sector. | During the meeting, Malik briefed Natalie on the measures taken by Pakistan to ensure energy security amid the evolving geopolitical situation. | He highlighted that the ongoing conflict in the Middle East had created challenges for fuel availability, requiring proactive measures to maintain uninterrupted supplies. | Read: Pakistan, US agree to deepen energy ties | Natalie congratulated Pakistan on e…
(2026-10-26). Dictionary.com names 'maxxing' its 2026 Word of the Year. tribune.com.pk 
Dictionary.com named "maxxing" its 2026 Word of the Year, highlighting a growing internet-driven culture focused on optimising different aspects of life, the Guardian reported on Monday. | "Maxxing," sometimes written as "-maxxing," is short for "maximising" and refers to doing something to the fullest or optimising it as much as possible, according to the online dictionary. | The term gained popularity among Gen Z and Gen Alpha and has evolved into a flexible slang expression that can function as a noun, verb, adjective, or adverb. | Examples include "gymmaxxing" for optimising workout routines, "healthmaxxin…
(2026-10-26). Changes on cards as Pakistan face Sri Lanka. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan, who have already qualified for the final, are expected to make changes to their playing XI when they take on Sri Lanka in their last league game of the ODI tri-series at Gaddafi Stadium Lahore on Tuesday. | The match starts at 1pm PST. | Left-handed opener Saim Ayub, who was under an immense pressure due to his poor form, was released from the squad on Monday and replaced by Sahibzada Farhan. Farhan had led his T20 side to a 2-1 victory in the three-match series against Sri Lanka in Rawalpindi. | Farhan was in sublime form during that series as a skipper, but the ODI squad had been announced earlier,…
(2026-10-26). Mawra Hocane highlights refugee families' struggles during UNHCR visit. tribune.com.pk 
Actor Mawra Hocane highlighted the emotional challenges faced by refugee families preparing to return home, sharing reflections from her visit to a repatriation centre in an Instagram collaboration with the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR). | In the video, Hocane acknowledged the efforts of countries that have welcomed people fleeing conflict, highlighting the importance of providing them with shelter, education, healthcare and a sense of belonging. | "What very few countries have been able to do. We've opened our doors, our schools, hospitals, our neighbourhood, to millions of people flee…
(2026-10-26). Ayesha Omar, Nabeel Zafar celebrate 17 years of 'Bulbulay'. tribune.com.pk 
Seventeen years after Bulbulay first aired, actors Ayesha Omar and Nabeel Zafar celebrated the sitcom's enduring popularity, sharing nostalgic clips, a cake-cutting celebration and heartfelt tributes to the viewers who have supported the show since its debut. | The actors marked the milestone through collaborative Instagram posts featuring fellow cast members Hina Dilpazeer, Mahmood Aslam and Shagufta Ejaz. One post showed the cast posing together with a celebratory cake. | "17 years of laughter, legends, and unforgettable moments. Long live Bulbulay," read the caption accompanying…
(2026-10-26). 'Good day for Democracy': Lula's win in Brazil and Serbia ousting Vučić show strength of 'people power'. therealnews.com 
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(2026-10-26). Brazil's Lula wins 'historic victory' against right-wing Trump ally Flávio Bolsonaro. therealnews.com 
This story originally appeared in Common Dreams on In a historic comeback, Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva triumphed in Sunday's run-off election over
(2026-10-26). Bankrolling American Empire in the Philippines. theintercept.com 
The U.S. military just can't help meddling in the Philippines. | At the turn of the 20th century, an American war of conquest killed "over 20,000 Filipino combatants" in addition to "as many as 200,000 Filipino civilians [who] died from violence, famine, and disease," To take one example, historian Justin Jackson recently shed light on a forgotten atrocity in the central Luzon region of the Philippines in 1900 in which U.S. troops to…
(2026-10-26). DOJ Accuses CIA Contractor Of Leaking To Anti-Imperialist Substack. thedissenter.org 
(2026-10-26). Why Rahul Gandhi needs to do more to defeat the RSS-BJP combine. ummid.com Whether Rahul Gandhi will achieve his political objectives remains highly debatable, as his path depends on shifting coalition dynamics, public sentiment and the electoral strength of the BJP.
(2026-10-26). Crowd Management: The Makkah Model. ummid.com Those, who have already performed Hajj, have personally seen the success, effectiveness and beauty of the Makkah Crowd Management Model, but the glimpses of this can also be experienced while in Makkah al Mukarramah for Umrah.
(2026-10-26). What ageing with HIV must not mean? ummid.com As long-term HIV survivors face stigma, fragmented healthcare and financial insecurity, community leaders call for a legally binding UN treaty that guarantees dignity, gender equality and government accountability for all older persons.
(2026-10-26). A Complete Parenting Guide to Raising Muslim Children in Non-Muslim Countries. ummid.com Read on as Adeel Ahmad Mustafai, a certified Qur'an teacher and founder of QuranlyHub, gives important parenting tips to raising Muslim children in non-Muslim countries.
(2026-10-26). Why Indian Muslims are keeping a low profile in the CJP Protests. ummid.com The Indian Muslims are keeping a low profile in the CJP Protests to avoid religious polarization, Mohmmad Adeeb, former Member of Parliament and now Chairman of Indian Muslims for Civil Rights (IMCR) said.
(2026-10-26). Rebeca Grynspan or Lana Nusseibeh: Who will be the first female Secretary General of UN. ummid.com The United Nations (UN) is all set to get its first woman Secretary General, and the contest is closing on between Rebeca Grynspan of Costa Rica and Lana Nusseibeh of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) though other contenders are also in the race.
(2026-10-26). Violent clashes in Jamia Millia Islamia over students' union polls. ummid.com Jamia Millia Islamia Saturday October 24, 2026 saw violent clashes between security guards and students protesting over students' union elections.
(2026-10-26). UP: SP candidates threatens to embrace Islam after alleging rigging in MLC polls. ummid.com Dr Akash Agarwal, a Samajwadi Party (SP) candidate contesting the Uttar Pradesh MLC elections from Agra teacher's constituency, while alleging rigging in the poll process threatened to change his religion and convert to Islam.
(2026-10-26). Watch: Muslims offer Friday Salah at Race Course Mosque amid demolition threat. ummid.com Hundreds of Muslims today (October 23, 2026) offered Friday Salah (Friday Afternoon Prayers) at Race Course Mosque near Prime Minister's official residence amid demolition threats.
(2026-10-26). Microsoft claims new AI diagnosis tool up to 4 times more accurate than doctors. ummid.com Microsoft has claimed developing an Artificial Intelligence (AI) system that it said diagnosed complex medical conditions up to four times more accurately than generalist doctors in controlled tests.
(2026-10-26). Record number of American Muslims contesting U.S. Mid Terms 2026. ummid.com A record number of American Muslims are contesting the U.S. Midterm elections 2026 scheduled to be held on November 03, 2026.
(2026-10-26). WhatsApp, Telegram to stop working without SIM from this date. ummid.com If the latest regulatory issued by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) is any indication, WhatsApp, Telegram, Signal and other apps will stop working without SIM cards from January 01, 2027.
(2026-10-26). Discovered: Hidden weaknesses in microtubules stabilized by cancer drug paclitaxel. ummid.com Tiny structural defects can trigger the breakdown of microtubules, the microscopic structures that help cells maintain their shape, transport materials and divide, researchers at the Nano Life Science Institute (WPI-NanoLSI) at Kanazawa University have discovered.
(2026-10-26). 'Rattled': U.S. Rep Ilhan Omar said after raids on her home. ummid.com Ilhan Omar, a member of the United States House of Representatives, said she has been rattled by the raids conducted by federal officers last week on her home in Washington DC.
(2026-10-26). Meet Nashik Girl Sakshi Who Secured AIR 1 in CA Inter Sep 2026. ummid.com Marking another success in her extraordinary career, Sakshi Chandak has secured the All India Rank 1 (AIR 1) in the CA Intermediate Exams the result of which was announced today.
(2026-10-26). CA Inter Sept 2026 Result: Neel, Sakshi, Shruti Secure Top 3 Ranks. ummid.com Neel Rajesh Shah, Chandak Sakshi and Shruti V have topped the CA Inter September 2026 Exams the results of which wer announced by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) today i.e. Thursday October 22, 2026.
(2026-10-26). Watch: He waited 10 years to call Adhan in Masjid Nabawi. Then this happened. ummid.com This is the story of Sheikh Muhammad Marwan Qassaas, the youngest Muadhin of Masjid An Nabawi, who waited 10 long years for the appointment on the coveted post…
(2026-10-26). Hardeep Puri-Jeffrey Epstein 'connections' haunt Modi govt again. ummid.com The Narendra Modi government in New Delhi found itself in problem once again over the 'curious connections' between Hardeep Singh Puri and Jeffrey Epstein after the photos of the Union Petroleum Minister with the sex offender surfaced online.
(2026-10-26). The Human Toll of Collapsing Madrasa Ecosystem in Uttar Pradesh. ummid.com The stance on Madarasas in Uttar Pradesh changed dramatically between 2017 and 2026; from public promises of 'modernization' for Madarasas, which was symbolised by the slogan 'holding the Holy Quran in one hand and a computer in the other', to systematic fiscal defunding, security audits, and their closure.
(2026-10-26). Serbia's Student-Led Movement Ousts Strongman Aleksander Vučić in Shock Election Result. democracynow.org 
Serbia's longtime leader Aleksander Vuƒçiƒá has been swept out of power by a historic student-led opposition movement against Vuƒçiƒá's right-wing Serbian Progressive Party. Candidates from the Student List, who are not students themselves but largely first-time politicians selected by student-led popular assemblies, won a majority of seats in Sunday's parliamentary elections, marking a seismic shift in Serbian politics. Their victory comes two years into a student-led movement sparked by the collapse of a roof at a train station in the city of Nov…
(2026-10-26). Brazil: Lula Wins Stunning Upset Over Flávio Bolsonaro in Blow to Far Right & Trump. democracynow.org 
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has won a record fourth term in office, defeating far-right challenger Flávio Bolsonaro by 4 million votes in a runoff election on Sunday. Flávio Bolsonaro is the son of former President Jair Bolsonaro, who remains under house arrest for plotting a coup against Lula four years ago. The younger Bolsonaro, who narrowly defeated Lula in the first round of voting earlier this month, is now refusing to concede. | Lula's surprise comeback comes after weeks of student-led organizing and campaigning on his behalf, and amid accusations that U.S.-based tech companies were…
(2026-10-26). CPJ, partners urge Indonesia to reform military justice law to end impunity for crimes against journalists. cpj.org Jakarta/Amsterdam, October 26, 2026—The Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ), Free Press Unlimited (FPU), and Medan Legal Aid Institute (LBH Medan) urge the Indonesian president and lawmakers to uphold the recent Constitutional Court ruling and promptly amend the 1997 Military Justice Law, a crucial step toward ensuring justice for the killers of Tribrata TV journalist Rico…
(2026-10-26). Open letter: Mr Gavoka, don't present your personal theology as the 'voice of the Pacific'. asiapacificreport.nz COMMENTARY: By Senia Burr Mr Gavoka, with respect, you do not speak for the "entire Pacific Islands" when you say the Pacific identifies with Israel because the relationship is "biblical, ageless and real". That statement is historically careless, theologically shallow and politically dangerous. Christianity came to Fiji through the Wesleyan Methodist tradition in the 19th…
(2026-10-26). Fiji 'worse off today', former PM warns, as Rabuka's constitution overhaul faces backlash. asiapacificreport.nz 
By Kelvin Anthony of RNZ Pacific Mahendra Chaudhry, Fiji's first and only prime minister of Indian descent, has warned that the island nation is "worse off today than we were at independence" and that its political leadership must focus on solving social and economic issues rather than "making multiple constitutions". Chaudhry made the comments over…
(2026-10-26). The Red Army Umbrella: A pine tree for those who never came home. ecns.cn "The local Tibetan people named this pine tree 'Red Army Umbrella,' hoping it will remain evergreen and guard the heroic spirits." Ma Hua, a red culture education instructor, recounted that her grandfather witnessed Red Army soldiers sacrifice their lives while crossing Jiajin Mountain in Southwest China's Sichuan and later told the story to the local Tibetan people.
(2026-10-26). One lamp, one surname — A beam of light and three generations of devotion. ecns.cn "Our entire family is Tibetan, and we have always spoken the Tibetan language within our family. Originally, our family had no Han surname. But my grandfather said that we must engrave the Red Army's kindness forever in our family's name and let it forever flow in our blood," recalled Ma Hua, a museum instructor at Baoxing County, Ya'an City, Southwest China's Sichuan Province.
(2026-10-26). Xi calls for new achievements on new Long March at ceremony commemorating 90th anniversary of Long March victory. ecns.cn A grand assembly marking the 90th anniversary of the victory of the Long March of the Chinese Workers' and Peasants' Red Army was held on the morning of Oct. 22 at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing. Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, Chinese president and chairman of the Central Military Commission (CMC), delivered an important speech. He stressed that only by remembering history can a brighter future be created. Xi urged the whole Party, the entire military and the Chinese people of all ethnic groups to rally more closely around the CPC Central Committee,…
(2026-10-26). (W.E. Talk) James Laurenceson: Australia must remain as deeply connected to China as possible. ecns.cn In recent years, Australia-China relations have continued to improve and develop, with trade and people-to-people exchanges giving important impetus to the development of bilateral relations. Yet challenges remain to deepening cooperation, including geopolitical tensions, differences in strategic perceptions and issues surrounding research collaboration.
(2026-10-26). Forum on Collaborative Innovation in the Intelligent Connected NEV Industry Chain held in Chongqing. ecns.cn The Forum on Collaborative Innovation in the Intelligent Connected NEV Industry Chain was held in Chongqing on Friday.
(2026-10-26). Chinese memory chipmaker rejects Apple orders. ecns.cn Chinese chipmaker ChangXin Memory Technologies (CXMT) has declined to supply memory chips to Apple, the technology news outlet Wccftech reported Sunday.
(2026-10-26). China congratulates Lula on his victory in presidential runoff. ecns.cn China congratulates Brazilian incumbent President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, candidate of the ruling Workers' Party, on his victory in the presidential runoff, a Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson said on Monday.
(2026-10-26). Iceland's Foreign Minister to visit China. ecns.cn At the invitation of Wang Yi, a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and Chinese foreign minister, the Minister for Foreign Affairs of Iceland àûorgerà∞ur Katrín Gunnarsdóttir will visit China from October 26 to 31, a Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson announced on Monday.
(2026-10-26). China's installed wind and solar power capacity tops 2,010 GW. ecns.cn China's combined installed wind and solar power capacity reached 2,010 gigawatts (GW) at the end of September 2026, the National Energy Administration said on Monday.
(2026-10-26). Australia's regional AI skills gap needs paid workplace trials. onlineopinion.com.au Teaching workers to use AI is easy. Teaching them when to distrust it could be regional Australia's real skills shortage.
(2026-10-26). Judged against our time: seven assessment questions. onlineopinion.com.au How often are we struck by the stark symbols of extravagant wealth that are seen daily right beside the horrid injustice of poverty?
(2026-10-26). K-P council tasked to evict armed groups. tribune.com.pk 
Authorities in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (K-P) have initiated a peace process in the twelve districts where emergency was imposed on October 11 óa process in which local tribal elders and jirgas will be involved to engage with militants and convince them to leave the areas. | Under this process, the authorities assigned the task to a 48-member Area Representatives and Development Council (ARDC) which will initiate talks according to tribal customs in their districts and convince armed groups to evacuate. | Talking to The Express Tribune, ARDC Chairman Shaukatullah Khan and the K-P governor's adviser on informa…
(2026-10-26). SBP raises policy rate to 12%. tribune.com.pk 
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) raised its policy rate by 50 basis points to 12% on Monday, as escalating conflict in the Middle East, elevated energy prices and domestic wheat supply disruptions worsened the inflation outlook, prompting the central bank to tighten monetary policy despite a gradual economic recovery. | The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) approved the increase by a majority of nine out of 10 members, with the new rate taking effect from October 27, 2026. The MPC said the decision was necessary to anchor inflation expectations, prevent a supply-side shock from feeding into broader prices and br…
(2026-10-26). Senate blocks diplomatic passport curbs. tribune.com.pk 
The Senate on Monday rejected a private member's bill seeking to restrict the issuance of diplomatic passports to ministers of state, advisers, special assistants and senior bureaucrats. | The sitting also witnessed a heated exchange between treasury and opposition senators that led to a PPP walkout, objections by the PTI to changes in electoral constituency descriptions in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (K-P), and the unanimous adoption of a resolution reaffirming Pakistan's support for the right to self-determination of the people of Indian-occupied Jammu and Kashmir. | During the legislative proceedings, the House pass…
(2026-10-26). Ex-COAS General Kakar passes away. tribune.com.pk 
Chief of Army Staff (COAS) and Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Field Marshal Asim Munir on Monday expressed sorrow over the passing of former COAS (Retd) General Abdul Waheed Kakar who passed away in Rawalpindi, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said. | According to the military's media wing, CDF Munir, along with all ranks of the Pakistan Army, paid tribute "to the late general's distinguished military career, leadership and invaluable services to the Pakistan Army." | "The Pakistan Army shares the grief of the bereaved family and offers its heartfelt condolences," the ISPR said, adding, "May Almighty…
(2026-10-26). LAAM Fashion Week blends heritage, contemporary fashion. tribune.com.pk 
LAAM Fashion Week Season 2 entered its third day on Sunday, bringing together Pakistan's retail fashion brands, contemporary labels and independent designers in a series of runway presentations exploring traditional craftsmanship, modern silhouettes and changing ideas of style. | The day's programme was divided into three segments: the Retail Runway, LFW Edit and Designer Showcase, reflecting the range of businesses and creative voices shaping Pakistan's fashion industry. | The fashion week also saw several familiar faces from Pakistan's entertainment industry take to the runway. Actresses Sonya Hussyn, Iffat…
(2026-10-26). Capt Safdar faces defamation suit. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-10-26). Govt rejects unjustified drug price hikes. tribune.com.pk 
Minister for Economic Affairs Ahad Cheema has stressed that public interest must remain paramount in determining medicine prices, warning that unjustified increases without valid reasons would not be acceptable. | He also directed officials to move forward with pending drug pricing cases as the Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan (DRAP) reviews the existing pricing formula. | He was chairing a meeting on DRAP-related matters in Islamabad on Monday, attended by Federal Minister Dr Musadik Malik, Health Secretary Momin Agha, DRAP Chief Executive Officer Dr Obaidullah and other officials. | The meeting reviewed…
(2026-10-26). IHC orders action against harassment. tribune.com.pk 
The capital's high court has ordered government authorities to ensure implementation of laws against online harassment and blackmail. The court has also directed that laws against misuse of digital media should also be fully enforced. | A single-member bench comprising Islamabad High Court's (IHC) Justice Arbab Muhammad Tahir issued a written order while hearing a petition that raised questions regarding online safety, prevention and redress of media misuse, and effective enforcement of the statutory framework. | The IHC directed the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA), the Pakistan Electronic Media Reg…
(2026-10-26). Ambassador Sheikh seeks to boost Pak-US tech ties. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan Ambassador to the US Rizwan Saeed Sheikh on Monday held a series of meetings here this week aimed at strengthening technology links between Pakistan and the United States and engaging the city's Pakistani-American professionals and business leaders. | The programme brought him together with technology executives, entrepreneurs, economic development representatives and elected officials. The goal, according to the Embassy of Pakistan, was to explore opportunities for trade, investment and business partnerships. | Ambassador Sheikh led a Pakistani technology delegation to 1871, Chicago's innovation hub,…
(2026-10-26). LHC disposes of plea for Imran sisters' release. tribune.com.pk 
The LHC on Monday disposed of a petition for the release of PTI founder Imran Khan's three sisters after the Punjab government confirmed that their detention had been extended by another 30 days. | An assistant advocate general informed the court that the provincial government had approved the fresh detention period for Aleema Khan, Dr Uzma Khan and Noreen Niazi following a recommendation by the Lahore deputy commissioner. | During the proceedings, the judge noted that the DC had issued the detention orders but had not been included as a respondent in the case. The judge subsequently disposed of the plea.
(2026-10-26). Kashmir settlement 'key to peace'. tribune.com.pk 
President Asif Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday called on the international community to address the human rights situation in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK), reaffirming Pakistan's moral, diplomatic and political support for the Kashmiri people. | In their separate messages on Kashmir Black Day, being observed on October 27 (today), both leaders stressed that lasting peace and stability in South Asia depended on a just and peaceful resolution of the longstanding dispute. | They paid tribute to the sacrifices of the Kashmiri people and reiterated their support for their…
(2026-10-26). PML-N's Rafique seeks end to political confrontation. tribune.com.pk 
PML-N leader Khawaja Saad Rafique has questioned whether the establishment, the government or the opposition is winning amid the country's political confrontation. | He said no one is emerging victorious as injustice, poverty, lawlessness, and extremism continue to grow. | In a statement on social media platform X on Monday, Rafique warned that those responsible for confronting these challenges were instead locked in conflict with one another, leaving the nation without a clear path out of its difficulties. | He urged political and state stakeholders to learn from past mistakes, abandon personal and group inte…
(2026-10-26). JI threatens march over petroleum levy. tribune.com.pk 1724926799-0/Untitled-design-(7)1724926799-0.png)
Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) chief Hafiz Naeem ur Rehman on Monday warned that his party would march towards Islamabad in mid-November if the government failed to abolish the petroleum levy and provide relief to the public. | He also condemned the imposition of an emergency in K-P, describing it as a violation of human rights, and demanded its withdrawal. | Speaking at a press conference, Naeem said JI would continue its campaign against the petroleum levy until the government accepted its demands. He acknowledged that the government had provided some relief in petroleum prices following the party's protests.
(2026-10-26). PM Shehbaz honours services of former parliamentarians. tribune.com.pk 
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday visited the families of four deceased political figures in Chichawatni, Sahiwal and Lahore to offer condolences. | In Chichawatni, the prime minister visited the residences of former Punjab Assembly member Chaudhry Muhammad Hanif and former National Assembly member Chaudhry Muhammad Munir Azhar to express his grief and sympathies to their bereaved families. | In Sahiwal, Shehbaz visited the families of former MNA Chaudhry Muhammad Ashraf and former Punjab minister for Planning and Development Malik Nadeem Kamran. He offered condolences to the bereaved family members. | P…
(2026-10-26). Netanyahu Extends Assault on Hebron Ahead of Israel's Elections. truthout.org Over 3,000 Palestinians have been displaced from their homes in the occupied West Bank city of Hebron (Al-Khalil) since Friday, as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu carries out collective punishment in a bid to shore up support ahead of Israel's elections on Tuesday. On Friday, after two Palestinian gunmen opened fire on an Israeli military checkpoint in Hebron… |
(2026-10-26). Trump Calls for Metal Detector in Senate for El-Sayed in New Islamophobic Remark. truthout.org Republicans' Islamophobia reached new lows this weekend at a Michigan rally hosted by Donald Trump, where the president repeatedly labelled Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed as a "jihadist" and one speaker condemned El-Sayed's "blood." Trump, invoking post-9/11 airport security guidelines, said that El-Sayed would be "unable to get a seat on an airplane" for his supposed "record of support for… |
(2026-10-26). Data Center Near Yellowstone River Would Cause "Irreparable Harm," Activist Says. truthout.org The Northern Cheyenne Tribal Council voted unanimously this October to ban data centers on tribal land in Montana. The ban follows a decision in August by the Fort Peck Tribes to bar officials from projects involving data center developers. But Montana's Tribes are now split. Next door to the Northern Cheyenne, the Apsáalooke, or Crow Tribe, has not taken an official position and remains open… |
(2026-10-26). Serbia's Student-Led Movement Sweeps Strongman Aleksander Vuƒçiƒá Out of Power. truthout.org Serbia's longtime leader Aleksander Vuƒçiƒá has been swept out of power by a historic student-led opposition movement against Vuƒçiƒá's right-wing Serbian Progressive Party. Candidates from the Student List, who are not students themselves but largely first-time politicians selected by student-led popular assemblies, won a majority of seats in Sunday's parliamentary elections, marking a seismic shift… |
(2026-10-26). WHYY Newscast for Monday 7:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-10-26). WHYY Newscast for Monday 5:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-10-26). Gov. Shapiro signs bell-to-bell cell phone ban for all Pennsylvania schools. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Gov. Josh Shapiro has officially banned all personal mobile devices in Pennsylvania schools, joining 26 other states in adopting a bell-to-bell restriction statewide. | Shapiro signed The law comes amid growing concern over young people's mental health, as rates…
(2026-10-26). Philadelphia Housing Authority set to bring 63 affordable homes to Sharswood. whyy.org 
Have a question about Philly's neighborhoods or the systems that shape them? PlanPhilly reporters want to hear from you! The Philadelphia Housing Authority is building 63 affordable apartments for older adults in the Sharswood section of North Philadelphia, as part of a broader The $27 million project, to be named the Dwight Evans Senior Residence…
(2026-10-26). WHYY Newscast for Monday 4:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-10-26). Bridging Blocks The Power of Social Media. whyy.org How is social media helping or hurting society?
(2026-10-26). Bridging Blocks Artificial Intelligence: Embrace or Fear It? whyy.org How do we make AI trustworthy?
(2026-10-26). Bridging Blocks Data Centers, Green Spaces, and the Environment: What is the Price of Progress? whyy.org How should we weigh the benefits and challenges of data center development?
(2026-10-26). Bridging Blocks Social Media, the News, and the Next Generation. whyy.org A community conversation about the role of the news and social media in shaping public understanding and civic life.
(2026-10-26). Bridging Blocks Parties, Policies, Promises, or Peer Pressure: What Influences Your Vote? whyy.org Many factors influence how we vote, from our personal backgrounds and political beliefs to a candidate's experience and party affiliation.
(2026-10-26). WHYY Newscast for Monday 2:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-10-26). Can Democrats win control in Pa.? whyy.org We dig into the key races that could decide who controls Harrisburg.
(2026-10-26). How a Sweatshirt for Her Mom Inspired Katelynn Devinney to Help Thousands. whyy.org After her mother's mastectomy, Katelynn Devinney started Pockets of Hope. Four years later, the Delco nonprofit has donated 22,000 sweatshirts worldwide.
(2026-10-26). WHYY Newscast for Monday 11:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-10-26). WHYY Newscast for Monday 9:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-10-26). Trump's heating oil release unlikely to ease sky-high prices in Pennsylvania, experts say. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? The price of home heating oil in Pennsylvania passed $6 this month, meaning households will need to pay nearly double what they paid this time last year to fill their tanks ahead of cold weather. | In an attempt to ease prices, the Trump administration plans to
(2026-10-26). WHYY Newscast for Monday 6:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-10-26). A tale of 2 campaigns: How a pair of Pa. Republican incumbents split on the 'Trump effect'. whyy.org What questions do you have about the 2026 elections? What major issues do you want candidates to address? It's become commonly accepted that President Donald Trump is proving
(2026-10-26). Milwaukee: Souls to the Polls November 1, 2026 Buses for Early Voting! wibailoutpeople.org 
10 buses will be picking up members of several Milwaukee congregations after their worship services this coming Sunday. — We will all converge at the Midtown Voting Center to engage in more Early Voting and celebrate that we are making grassroots democratic history in Milwaukee! Our voices will not be silenced. Our votes will not …
(2026-10-26). Milwaukee, October 30, 2026: Defend the Right to Vote! wibailoutpeople.org 10/31/26 — Canvass to Get Out The Vote (GOTV) with the Fight For Our Lives Coalition and Progressive Baptist Church! Meet at Progressive Baptist — 8324 W. Keefe Ave. — Milwaukee — 1 — 3: 00 p.m. Check Building Unity's frequently updated tour schedule for information about still to be scheduled tour stop events: tinyurl.com/Democracy-Tour-Schedule…
(2026-10-26). Milwaukee, October 28, 2026: Voting Is A Human Right! wibailoutpeople.org Check out Building Unity's frequently updated tour schedule for information about still to be scheduled tour stop events:
(2026-10-26). Help stop new data centers in the Madison area! wibailoutpeople.org 
This note from one of Wisconsin's environmental champions: Hello Friends! Please attend the virtual meeting about the possibility of data centers in our neighborhoods throughout Madison! It will be held THIS TUESDAY, OCTOBER 27, see details below. We had better get a big turnout to let our leaders know we don't want a data center …
(2026-10-26). Governor Evers and Wisconsin DNR! Shut Down Line 5! Water IS Life! wibailoutpeople.org Shut down LINE 5! The WI DNR has stepped up from a "request" to the Canadian Fossil Fuel Pipeline Corporations, Enbridge, asking they do a "better job" of preventing damages to the waters of Wisconsin on the Enbridge Line 5 construction project in the Bad River Watershed of Lake Superior. The WI DNR has now …
(2026-10-26). Support Union Workers at Legal Action of Wisconsin Petition. wibailoutpeople.org 
Legal Action of Wisconsin has repeatedly rejected the Union's proposals to increase non-attorney salaries to actual living wages. And it's not because they don't have the money. "Our members should not have to be living with their parents or pawning off their personal property to pay their bills every month," said Caitlin Noonan, Milwaukee member …
(2026-10-26). WBW News Action: Things We Can Do For Peace. worldbeyondwar.org 
(2026-10-26). Want to Lower the Cost of Living? Unrig our Democracy. aclu.org Going into the midterms, voters are feeling the squeeze in their wallets and need relief. The answer lies in holding accountable politicians who prioritize their wealthy benefactors over them.
(2026-10-26). Police Are Increasingly Pulling People Over Because AI Deems Their Driving Patterns "Suspicious" aclu.org Anybody is susceptible to being stopped, searched, or worse; AI makes new forms of abuse possible…
(2026-10-26). Former FBI director James Comey hit with third set of charges under Trump. aljazeera.com Comey, who was fired during Trump's first term, has been accused of unlawfully divulging national security information…
(2026-10-26). What will Lula's fourth term mean for Brazil? aljazeera.com Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva wins a fourth term as Bolsonaro disputes the result. Can he deliver on his promises of change?>
(2026-10-26). US court rules daughter of Trump critic James Comey was illegally fired. aljazeera.com Maurene Comey had argued that she was fired because her father, former FBI chief James Comey, was target of Trump's ire.
(2026-10-26). Palestinian children crawl under Israeli military gates to get to school. aljazeera.com Palestinian children in Jenin have to crawl under Israeli military gates to get to and from school.
(2026-10-26). How a WhatsApp channel helped Lula win Brazil's election. aljazeera.com Over 10 million Lula supporters joined a WhatsApp channel to help boost his campaign.
(2026-10-26). 'Deflections': Abdul El-Sayed responds to Trump's anti-Muslim attacks. aljazeera.com The Democratic candidate for the US Senate has been the subject of Islamophobic attacks from Trump.
(2026-10-26). 80 injured after bus plunges down embankment near Barcelona. aljazeera.com
(2026-10-26). Jordan arrests three suspects over deadly church attack. aljazeera.com Jordanian authorities have arrested three relatives over a church attack in Karak that killed eight people.
(2026-10-26). Trump faces private citizens lawsuit over limiting White House media access. aljazeera.com The plaintiffs argue they are losing access to vital information media outlets covering Trump used to provide.
(2026-10-26). Brazil's real sinks after Lula's re-election victory. aljazeera.com Investors react to Lula's victory with a sharp decline in the real and concern over increased spending and fiscal challenges.
(2026-10-26). Could the midterms change US military support for Israel? aljazeera.com From Texas to Michigan, Senate candidates are challenging US weapons transfers to Israel.
(2026-10-26). US midterm elections 2026 in maps and charts. aljazeera.com On November 3, Americans decide which party controls the US Congress for the second half of Donald Trump's presidency.
(2026-10-26). Algeria's president orders troop deployment to neighbouring Niger. aljazeera.com Niger requested troops to secure shared energy interests in what would be Algeria's first deployment abroad since 1973.
(2026-10-26). Britain sanctions Sudanese commanders over weaponised rape. aljazeera.com Commanders from the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and Sudanese Armed Forces face travel and asset freezes.
(2026-10-26). Ballon d'Or 2026 award ceremony LIVE: Winners, reactions and latest news. aljazeera.com Follow updates from the 2026 Ballon d'Or ceremony as the world's best male and female footballers are crowned.
(2026-10-26). Delegations arrive in Tehran for security talks. aljazeera.com
(2026-10-26). Anthropic's IPO filing shows explosive growth, risks and staggering costs. aljazeera.com The filing sets up the company for a Wall Street debut next month, potentially eclipsing SpaceX's IPO.
(2026-10-26). 'Enough is enough': Palestinians and Israelis share views ahead of election. aljazeera.com On the eve of Israel's general election, some Israelis call for change while others back Netanyahu to stay in power.
(2026-10-26). Israeli large-scale military operation and mass displacement in Hebron. commondreams.org Responding to the large-scale Israeli military operation and mass displacement in Hebron in recent days, Oxfam's Response Lead in the West Bank, Mustafa Tamaizeh, said: "This is not only a humanitarian crisis but a deliberate assault on the economic foundations of Palestinian life, as families lose their homes and livelihoods. The destruction of factories, workshops, and business premises is wiping out years of investment and hard work. As movement restrictions tighten under Israel's illegal occupation, workers cannot reach their jobs, farmers cannot access their land, and businesses are cut off from customers…
(2026-10-26). Schumer, Jeffries Face A Voter Revolt. levernews.com 
(2026-10-26). Democracy Now! 2026-10-26 Monday. democracynow.org Headlines for October 26, 2026; Brazil: Lula Wins Stunning Upset Over Flávio Bolsonaro in Blow to Far Right & Trump; Serbia's Student-Led Movement Ousts Strongman Aleksander Vuƒçiƒá in Shock Election Result; Will Ousting Netanyahu Change Anything for Palestinians? Diana Buttu on Upcoming Israeli Elections | Headlines for October 26, 2026; Brazil: Lula Wins Stunning Upset Over Flávio Bolsonaro in Blow to Far Right & Trump; Serbia's Student-Led Movement Ousts Strongman Aleksander Vuƒçiƒá in Shock Election Result; Will Ousting Netanyahu Change Anything for Pa…
(2026-10-26). Kherson region: Russia and Ukraine agree to ceasefire in Aleshky for humanitarian mission. international-reporters.com The announced ceasefire is part of a humanitarian mission whose coordination is attributed to the First Lady of the United States, Melania Trump, according to the Kremlin and the White House.The military arrangements announced by the Russian General StaffThe Chief of the General Staff of the…
(2026-10-26). Ursula von der Leyen: mass migration, Russia's weapon against Europe and a call for emergency powers. international-reporters.com She explicitly accuses Moscow of deliberately pushing migrants toward European borders with the aim of overwhelming the authorities, sowing fear among populations and dividing the continent.Faced with what she presents as an orchestrated threat, she is calling for new emergency powers intended to…
(2026-10-26). Participation of NATO states and their allies in the war against Russia. international-reporters.com It was prepared by the Center for Scientific and Analytical Information of the Institute of Oriental Studies of the Russian Academy of Sciences.The work was prepared on the basis of open sources and clearly demonstrates the extent of the participation of the states of the collective West in the…
(2026-10-26). German government confirms 11.61 billion euros in Ukraine aid. international-reporters.com German government confirms 11.61 billion euros in Ukraine aid for 2027The German government has confirmed that the approximately 11.61 billion euros earmarked in the 2027 draft federal budget under the heading "Aid for states attacked in violation of international law" are fully intended for…
(2026-10-26). A warning before war? China shows off satellite images detailing every nook & cranny of Taiwan>. hindustantimes.com Taipei's streets, harbours and coastlines come into focus in high-resolution satellite images released by China on October 25, according to Reuters. Captured by the Jilin-1 commercial satellite constellation, the images mark an anniversary tied to Beijing's claim over self-governed Taiwan.
(2026-10-26). Yemen: Houthi Attack on Taizz Road Threatens Lives, Welfare. hrw.org Click to expand Image | The Hayjat al-Abd road, which connects Aden to Taizz city, Yemen, September 26, 2026. | © 2026 Photo by AFP via Getty Images | (Beirut) — The Houthi armed group on October 18, 2026, used explosives to severely damage a critical road into Yemen's besieged city of Taizz, putting civilian lives and welfare at increased risk, Human Rights Watch said today. The Hayjat al-Abd road has been the main entry point for food, medicine, and fuel to reach residents of Taizz city, which the Houthis have besieged since 2015. Fighting in the area has primarily been between the Houthis and for…
(2026-10-26). SEP candidates for the Victorian election in Northern Metropolitan. wsws.org The SEP candidates are campaigning to build a socialist movement against war, austerity, attacks on democratic rights and the destruction of working-class living standards.
(2026-10-26). eThekwini warns residents of severe thunderstorms. sanews.gov.za eThekwini warns residents of severe thunderstorms | The eThekwini Municipality has urged residents to take precautions following a Level 2 severe thunderstorm warning issued by the South African Weather Service effective from Sunday, 25 October, until Monday evening, 26 October 2026. | The forecasts indicated widespread and severe thunderstorms across the province, with the eThekwini region expected to be significantly affected. | Heavy downpours, strong damaging winds, excessive lightning, and hail are anticipated, posing a serious risk to life, property, and infrastructure. | The anticipated thunderstorms may r…
(2026-10-26). Mashatile visits Bronkhorstspruit to assess water conditions. sanews.gov.za Mashatile visits Bronkhorstspruit to assess water conditions | Deputy President Paul Mashatile will visit Bronkhorstspruit in the City of Tshwane Metropolitan Municipality, Gauteng, on Monday, following reports of gastrointestinal illness linked to contaminated water in the area. | The visit forms part of the work of the Inter-Ministerial Committee (IMC) on Water and Sanitation, chaired by the Deputy President. The committee coordinates government interventions to address water and sanitation challenges, strengthen accountability and accelerate responses to service delivery concerns affecting communities. | "Duri…
(2026-10-26). President Ramaphosa congratulates Brazilian President on re-election. sanews.gov.za President Ramaphosa congratulates Brazilian President on re-election | President Cyril Ramaphosa has, on behalf of the government and people of South Africa, extended his warm congratulations and well wishes to Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva on his re-election for a historic fourth term. ⚪ In a statement on Monday, President Ramaphosa described President Lula's re-election as a victory that extends beyond Brazil, highlighting its significance for the Global South and progressive forces around the world. ⚪ "On behalf of the government and the people of South Africa, I congratulate my dear brother…
(2026-10-26). Mandela Bay urges further water quality testing at St Albans. sanews.gov.za Mandela Bay urges further water quality testing at St Albans | The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality has called for further water quality testing at St Albans Correctional Facility, following concerns raised about the safety of drinking water at the institution. ⚪ According to the municipality's routine water quality monitoring records, no incidents of compromised water quality have been reported in St Albans. ⚪ However, the municipality warned that this should not be interpreted as conclusive proof of the water quality at every point of consumption within the correctional facility. ⚪ The municipality in the Eas…
(2026-10-26). Eskom continues sustained generation recovery. sanews.gov.za Eskom continues sustained generation recovery | Eskom generation recovery continues to bear fruit, with the power utility's Energy Availability Factor for the financial year-to-date reaching 68.1%, representing approximately 6424MW of additional available generation capacity as compared to three years ago. ⚪ The sustained recovery has resulted in less reliance on diesel-fired Open-Cycle Gas Turbines (OCGTs), contributing to a R4.81 billion year-on-year reduction in diesel expenditure. ⚪ "Unplanned outages have improved by 6.89% year-on-year, representing approximately 3115MW of generation capacity returned to s…
(2026-10-26). Peshawar to clear bazaars. tribune.com.pk 
Authorities have decided to launch a large-scale operation against encroachments across Peshawar. Police and other law-enforcement agencies have been brought on board for the drive. Illegal constructions in the city have already been identified. | Special focus will be placed on making Qissa Khwani Bazaar and other historic markets of the inner city more organised, clean, spacious and people-friendly. | Deputy Commissioner Peshawar Afaq Wazir, accompanied by officers from law-enforcement agencies, visited Qissa Khwani Bazaar and other key markets of the walled city. During the visit, the team assessed the exte…
(2026-10-26). Peshawar school collapse exposes gaps in safety. tribune.com.pk 
Tahir Khan managed to pull several children alive from the rubble of a collapsed private school in Peshawar's Dir Colony, but the tragedy left him with an unbearable loss: he could not save his two nephews and a niece, who were among the children caught in the disaster. | More than 30 children died in the heartbreaking incident, while several others sustained injuries. Khan, an eyewitness who helped rescue children from the debris, said the loss of his own family members had left him devastated and demanded severe punishment for those responsible. | "What is the point of running a school like this? It would be…
(2026-10-26). Another Shangla youth dies in coal mine. tribune.com.pk 
Another young man from Shangla has lost his life while working in a coal mine, adding to a grim toll that has claimed 83 local miners this year alone. | Hanifullah, son of Momin Khan and a resident of Mian Kalle, Pirabad in Darra Adam Khel, was engaged in labour at a coal mine when the fatal accident occurred. | News of his death plunged the locality into mourning. An announcement for his funeral prayer was made at the mosque in Mian Kalle, Pirabad. Hanifullah's body is the 83rd Shangla miner to die in coal-mine accidents this year and the third such fatality in just the past week. | The relentless sequence of…
(2026-10-26). Federal harmony 'a stroke of good fortune'. tribune.com.pk 
Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Governor Faisal Karim Kundi on Sunday said harmony with the federal government was a welcome development and a stroke of good fortune for the province, stressing that K-P could not function without the federation's cooperation. | Speaking to the media after attending a gathering in Swabi, the governor said the province's problems could only be resolved through joint efforts with the centre. Promoting cordial and brotherly relations with the federation and other provinces was among his top priorities, he added. | Kundi noted that six months was a long period and that everyone must fight terro…
(2026-10-26). Suspect in businessman's murder sent to jail. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-10-26). Road caught in cycle of excavation. tribune.com.pk 
The Sargodha Road has been excavated for the fifth time in two and a half years, disrupting traffic, affecting local businesses and raising questions about coordination among the development agencies. | Residents said the municipal corporation had reconstructed the road about six months ago. However, sinkholes had appeared at the same location on four previous occasions, in March 2024, June and November 2025 and February this year. The Water and Sanitation Agency (WASA) carried out repairs following the incidents, but the underlying problem apparently persisted. | Excavation of the same stretch has been starte…
(2026-10-26). 5 killed, eight injured in motorway collision. tribune.com.pk 
Five wedding party members, including a couple and a woman, were killed while eight others, including children, were injured when a car collided with a coaster on the M-4 Motorway near Sahianwala Interchange on Sunday. | According to police, the coaster carrying wedding guests from Narowal to Khachian, Barnala, collided with the car travelling from Faisalabad towards Pindi Bhattian near Ganna Bridge in the Faisalabad Industrial Estate Development and Management Company area. | The coaster overturned onto the car, killing five people on the spot. | The deceased were identified as car driver Riffaqat Ali, 50, hi…
(2026-10-26). LPG sells for Rs570 per kg in Lahore. tribune.com.pk 
Residents of the city are struggling with soaring liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) prices, with vendors selling the fuel for as much as Rs570 per kilogramme despite the official rate of Rs279, adding to the financial pressure on households already grappling with rising living costs. | Consumers said some LPG vendors had suspended open sales following government action to control prices but continued selling the gas discreetly to customers willing to pay high rates. | A resident, Muhammad Ali, criticised the government for failing to regulate LPG prices and ensure supplies at affordable rates. | Another citizen sa…
(2026-10-26). CM approves film royalty law. tribune.com.pk 
Preparations have been finalised for the launch of Pakistan's first state-of-the-art Film City on December 15. | According to an official statement, Key decisions aimed at reviving the film industry, promoting modern filmmaking and restoring Lahore's position as its centre were approved at the first meeting of the Punjab Film Authority, chaired by Senior Minister Marriyum Aurangzeb. | Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has approved the formulation of Pakistan's first royalty law for the film industry and directed that it be presented at the next meeting of the authority. | She has approved a rebate of 35 per c…
(2026-10-26). Bride shot dead on wedding reception day in Gujranwala. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-10-26). Over 9k doctors seek postgrad admission. tribune.com.pk 
A total of 9,008 doctors appeared in…
(2026-10-26). Border curbs cloud Bhagwant Mann invite. tribune.com.pk 
An invitation to Indian Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann for the upcoming World Punjabi Conference in Lahore is facing uncertainty over whether cross-border travel policies will permit the leader to attend the event. | Conference Chairman Muddasir Iqbal Butt confirmed that an invitation had been made to Mann but said his participation remained uncertain because of restrictions and policies governing travel between Pakistan and India. | The final decision, he said, would rest with the relevant authorities on both sides. | Butt said the organisers were working with Punjabi language and culture advocates…
(2026-10-26). Ring Road drivers face steep fines. tribune.com.pk 
Lahore Ring Road Authority (LRRA) has increased fines for traffic violations, adding to the financial burden on commuters already grappling with high inflation and penalties imposed by city traffic police and Safe City Authority cameras. | The revised penalties cover offences ranging from driving without a licence and speeding to illegal parking, overloading, using tinted windows and crossing roads on foot. | Several fines have increased substantially, including the penalty for driving without a licence, which has risen tenfold from Rs500 to Rs5,000. | The increase comes as the Ring Road police intensify enfor…
(2026-10-26). Gold, cash stolen from trader's house. tribune.com.pk 
Burglars stole 10 tolas of gold jewellery and Rs500,000 in cash from the house of trader Ramesh Kumar on Sunday. | The theft occurred in Maheshwari Mohalla while the family had locked the house and visited a shrine in village Jhapio. | Upon returning, family members found the locks broken and discovered the valuables missing.
(2026-10-26). Residents raise alarm over 'narrowing of Nehr-e-Khayyam'. tribune.com.pk 
Residents of Clifton Block 5, joined by environmentalists, architects, engineers and public representatives, inspected Nehr-e-Khayyam for the third consecutive Sunday, expressing concerns over ongoing construction, newly erected barricades and the waterway's drainage capacity. | During the resident-led site inspection, participants observed and documented the installation of three to four rows of concrete box drains, each measuring three metres, which residents said had narrowed the waterway from its original 120-foot width to approximately 50-60 feet. | Residents demanded the disclosure of project documents,…
(2026-10-26). DNA mix-up prompts second exhumation in honour killing case. tribune.com.pk 
A court-supervised second exhumation was carried out on Sunday to collect fresh forensic samples from the remains of a 21-year-old woman allegedly murdered in the name of honour in Jamshoro district, after the first attempt failed to establish her identity through DNA testing because the grave had reportedly been wrongly identified. | The exhumation of Zulekhan was conducted at Jiye Shah graveyard under the supervision of Second Civil Judge and Judicial Magistrate Aamir Riaz Rasool Memon. A medical board comprising Additional Police Surgeon Dr Muhammad Adeel Rajput, Dr Madiha Sheikh, Dr Asad Memon and other of…
(2026-10-26). MQM-P threatens street protests over prolonged power cuts. tribune.com.pk 
Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Pakistan (MQM-P) lawmakers have threatened to launch protests against K-Electric over prolonged power outages in Karachi, alleging that residents are being subjected to outages lasting up to 18 hours a day despite paying exorbitant electricity bills. | In a statement issued from the party's Bahadurabad headquarters, the lawmakers expressed outrage over prolonged announced and unannounced load-shedding in the country's economic hub, accusing the authorities of turning a blind eye to the crisis. | They said Karachi contributed billions of rupees to the national exchequer every day, yet i…
(2026-10-26). Youth shot by alleged cop in Nazimabad. tribune.com.pk 
A young man was injured in an alleged police shooting in Nazimabad No 2 on Saturday night after police personnel reportedly mistook him for a robber, according to the victim and his family. | The family alleged that the personnel took the injured man, Shorim, to Abbasi Shaheed Hospital and left him there before disappearing. He was later shifted to JPMC, where he is receiving treatment. | The victim and his relatives further alleged that the personnel harassed them after the shooting and took away their motorcycle and mobile phone. The District Central police have yet to issue an official account of the incide…
(2026-10-26). No, New York Times, California's Climate Has Always Been a Land of Flood, Drought, and Fire. wattsupwiththat.com The lesson of California history is not that nature was once benign and humans somehow broke it. The lesson is that California has never been climatically benign.
(2026-10-26). Seoul 'fabricated' landmine blast, North Korea tells UN in letter. aljazeera.com South Korea blames Pyongyang for September landmine blast, but North Korea says incident a 'sinister obstructive move'.
(2026-10-26). Down but not out, Québec solidaire must repurpose its role. links.org.au 
Richard Fidler introduces two articles by Parti de la rue members critically analyzing the challenges ahead for Quebec working people and Québec solidaire after the October 5 election result.
(2026-10-26). Hundreds Of Thousands Protest In France Amid Heightened Police Security. popularresistance.org Paris, France — Hundreds of thousands of people across France have marched in a second wave of mass protests against deteriorating school conditions and the rising cost of living. | France's Ministry of Interior said 410,000 people protested nationwide on Saturday, including 110,000 in Paris. The CGT, one of France's largest union confederations, put both figures at nearly double the official totals. In the capital, a cheerful demonstration started at Porte d'Italie before reaching the Porte de Vincennes, along the Boulevards des Marechaux, by 5pm local time (15: 00GMT). | Towards the end of the march, as ni…
(2026-10-26). SpaceX Is a De Facto Government Agency. It Should Be Nationalized. portside.org SpaceX Is a De Facto Government Agency. It Should Be Nationalized. |
(2026-10-26). Photos: Lula supporters flood streets in celebration of historic win. aljazeera.com Avenues and squares in Rio de Janeiro and Sao Paulo filled with crowds dressed in red, celebrating democracy.
(2026-10-26). Sunday 11/1: Día de Muertos Celebración: Ceremony, Ofrenda, Son Jarocho & Food! indybay.org La Peña Cultural Center, 3105 Shattuck Ave. Berkeley, CA 94705…
(2026-10-26). Requiem for French Theory reviewed: A Marxist reckoning. cpusa.org 
Review of Aymeric Monville, Gabriel Rockhill, Jennifer Ponce De León, As a brief on the contradictions within French Theory (FT) and the material forces that sustained and circulated it in U.S. academic circles, this little book is worth reading. It is organized as an edited transcription of an interview featuring Jennifer Ponce de León as interviewer and philosophers Gabriel Rockhill and Aymeric Monville as interviewees. In this discussion, FT…
(2026-10-26). Colombia's government claims Petro exploited 48 women as president. colombiareports.com The administration chief of Colombia's President Abelardo De la Espriella told Congress that former President Gustavo Petro hired at least 48 women who were "trapped and exploited" for presidential parties. During a hearing, DAPRE director Carlos Andres Rios claimed that Petro had 48 women "working in the Presidency, who were unfortunately exploited through temporary work …
(2026-10-26). "Brazil and Colombia need each other," says De la Espriella. colombiareports.com Colombia's President Abelardo de la Espriella recognized the election victory of his Brazilian counterpart Luiz Ignacio Lula, who defeated far-right candidate Flavio Bolsonaro on Sunday. In a post on social media platform X, the Colombian President said that "in the Colombian presidential campaign, President Lula openly supported Ivan Cepeda, and I won. In the Brazilian …
(2026-10-26). ENLACES de Red Latina sin fronteras: La Otra Francia 2026. indybay.org
(2026-10-26). Mario del Pero: Polarity's Dialectician. newleftreview.org Mario del Pero on Anders Stephanson, American Imperatives. Critical reflections on the Cold War as a strategy of US power-projection, from its preeminent historiographical iconoclast.
(2026-10-26). Somalia: As El Niño floods loom, millions could face further hardship and hunger. icrc.org
(2026-10-26). Immigrant's Death in Abusive Georgia ICE Facility Reignites Call for Its Closure. truthout.org An immigrant detained at an ICE facility in Folkston, Georgia, died on Friday, reigniting calls for the facility to be shut down and an investigation into the center as it faces an ongoing hunger strike protesting abusive conditions. Luis Sandoval, a 48-year-old from El Salvador, was found with a "ligature around his neck," according to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). |
(2026-10-26). Sudan: One Year on from the Cataclysm of El Fasher. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Displaced women and girls walk through the vast IDP site in Tawila, Sudan, February 23rd, 2026. | © 2026 Giles Clarke/Avaaz via Getty Images | "It is as if a tsunami had hit the city," said a resident who returned to Sudan's El Fasher only to find it destroyed and largely abandoned after the Rapid Support Forces' (RSF) October 2025 takeover.For 18 months, the RSF laid siege to the city, digging a trench around it in its final months, forcing starving residents to survive on animal fodder, until even that ran out. In the siege's final weeks, the RSF increasingly used drones to targe…
(2026-10-26). Sudden Stratospheric Warming, Powerful El Niño Combination May Lead To Extreme Europe Cold, Energy Crisis! wattsupwiththat.com Extreme cold threatens Europe, energy crisis… When two of the planet's most powerful climate phenomena align in an unprecedented surge, atmospheric scientists pay close attention.
(2026-10-26). The 2028 Olympics Can't Hide Los Angeles' Homelessness Crisis. scheerpost.com Dick Platkin, LA Progressive. As LA prepares to welcome the world, its unhoused and overcrowded residents face an uncertain future. Will Olympic organizers confront the housing crisis or simply push it out of sight? After two years of reported declines, homelessness rose again in Los Angeles in 2026. The city's unsheltered population increased by nearly 8%, underscoring …
(2026-10-26). Sunday 12/6: Holiday Mercado – Indoor Holiday Market – Berkeley, CA. indybay.org La Peña Cultural Center, 3105 Shattuck Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94705…
(2026-10-26). Saturday 11/21: My Heros Have Always Killed Colonizers: A Night to Honor Resistance. indybay.org La Peña Cultural Center, 3105 Shattuck Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94705…
(2026-10-26). Sunday 11/22: 20 Years of Thangs Taken: Rethinking Thanksgiving. indybay.org La Peña Cultural Center, 3105 Shattuck Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94705…
(2026-10-26). Friday 11/13: Empowering Women of Color Open Mic – Berkeley, CA. indybay.org La Peña Cultural Center, 3105 Shattuck Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94705…
(2026-10-26). Mbappé Seals Real Madrid's Victory in the Spanish Football Clásico. radiohc.cu Havana, October 25 (RHC) — Real Madrid defeated Barcelona 2-1 today at the Spotify Camp Nou, breaking the Blaugrana's unbeaten run and turning the Clásico into a high-tension battle, resolved by Kylian Mbappé. | The French striker opened the scoring in the 41st minute with his tenth goal of the season, a blow that momentarily silenced the Barcelona fans and allowed Real Madrid to take the lead. | Barcelona, champions of La Liga and the Spanish Super Cup, found their answer in the 61st minute when Raphinha capitalized on a Pedri pass after a corner kick to level the s…
(2026-10-26). Bridging Blocks Ser hombre hoy: Bienestar, salud mental y paternidad. whyy.org øQué significa ser un hombre fuerte?
presstv.co.uk (2026-10-20). Iran calls for emergency UNSC meeting over Trump's 'brazen' bomb talk, Israeli threats
Iranian envoy urges the UN Security Council to condemn threats by the US and the Israeli regime against the Islamic Republic's territory and critical infrastructure.
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democracynow.org (2026-10-19). French Gov't Cracks Down on Mass Protests over Cost of Living, Education Cuts; 2,400+ Arrested
Hundreds of thousands of protesters marched in over 140 cities across France on Saturday, demanding relief from the high cost of living, more funding for public services and improvements to deteriorating schools, among other grievances. The demonstrations were the latest – and largest – in a series of protests that began in September with high schooler-led demonstrations against overcrowded classrooms and crumbling school infrastructure.