(2026-02-23). How data on the crackdown on Gaza protests reflects the increasing repression of activist movements in the U.S. mondoweiss.net 
Data shows Gaza protesters faced harsher punishments than Black Lives Matter protesters did just a few years ago. Experts tell Mondoweiss this is the result of pro-Israel bias and a backlash against protest movements that has been building for years.
(2026-02-23). Risk of if Iran attacked: deputy foreign minister. al-monitor.com Iran's deputy foreign minister Kazem Gharibabadi warned of a wider escalation if his country was attacked, after US President Donald Trump raised the threat of strikes.Trump has sent a major deployment of air and sea power to the Middle East and has threatened to strike Iran if it does not reach a deal on key concerns starting with its nuclear programme."We call upon all nations committed to peace and justice to take meaningful steps to prevent further escalation," Gharibabadi said at the Conference on Disarmament in Geneva.
(2026-02-23). Trump Warns Iran: Capitulate or Perish — A Call for War from the Board of Peace. juancole.com New York (Special to Informed Comment; feature) — During his speech at the Board of Peace on February 19, President Trump
(2026-02-23). Israeli minister says army will occupy all Gaza if Hamas does not disarm. tribune.com.pk 
Israeli far-right Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich said on Monday that Hamas may soon be given a deadline to lay down its weapons. | "We estimate that in the coming days, Hamas will be given an ultimatum to disarm and completely demilitarise Gaza," Smotrich said in an interview with public broadcaster Kan. | Israel invaded the Gaza Strip in 2023, in retaliation for Hamas's unprecedented October 7 attack. | Under the first phase of a United States-sponsored ceasefire in Gaza intended to halt two years of Isreali onslaught in Gaza, the Israeli army withdrew to positions behind a so-called Yellow Line, but still…
(2026-02-23). Global Silence Means License to Israeli Annexation of West Bank. ummid.com If the international community continues to keep silent on the issue, a day is not far off before Israel annexes the whole West Bank and other Palestinian settlements, coupled with its plan to commercialise the Gaza front for the benefit of its American supporters.
(2026-02-23). Trump's "Board of Peace" : Aggrandizing Theater and the Impunity of Genocide. counterpunch.org 
More than 75,000 Palestinians have been murdered in Gaza, with tens of thousands more still missing beneath the rubble. They did not die to "build a home" or privatize their beaches. They had homes and free beaches. Gaza was a living city—albeit under decades of Israeli siege—before it was leveled by the most advanced global
(2026-02-23). ICRC president: States must harness momentum to improve Gaza's dire humanitarian situation in next phase of ceasefire. icrc.org The following is a quote attributable to ICRC President Mirjana Spoljaric on the urgent need to improve the humanitarian situation in Gaza.
(2026-02-23). Smotrich: Israel army will occupy Gaza if Hamas does not disarm. newarab.com 
"We estimate that in the coming days, Hamas will be given an ultimatum to disarm and completely demilitarise Gaza," Smotrich said in an interview with public broadcaster Kan. | If Hamas does not comply with the Israeli ultimatum to disarm, the army "will have inte…
(2026-02-23). UN Chief Sounds Alarm Over Global Human Rights Crisis. moderndiplomacy.eu United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres sounded a stark warning on Monday, declaring that human rights are under attack across the globe. Speaking at the opening of the Human Rights Council in Geneva, he cited widespread violations and severe civilian suffering in conflict zones including Sudan, Gaza, and Ukraine, emphasizing that "the rule of law is …
(2026-02-23). "It's Still a Genocide" : Poet Mosab Abu Toha on Reality of "Ceasefire" in Gaza. democracynow.org 
We speak with Mosab Abu Toha, the Pulitzer Prize-winning Palestinian poet and author from Gaza, who responds to recent developments in the region including the Trump administration's policy on Palestine, a recent report finding that the genocide's death toll is much higher than originally reported and more. | Responding to Mike Huckabee's recent comments suggesting Israel has the biblical right to expand throughout the Middle East, Abu Toha says, "As a Palestinian, I don't belong to anywhere else than Palestine. My grandparents were living in Yaffa in 1948 before they were expelled. They didn't know a…
(2026-02-23). How the next US-Israeli war on Iran could impact Gaza. newarab.com 
(2026-02-23). Suppressed DNC Autopsy Found Biden Admin's Support for Gaza Genocide Cost Harris Votes. scheerpost.com By Jake Johnson for Common Dreams Democratic National Committee officials who crafted the party's postmortem on its loss to President Donald Trump in the 2024 election reportedly determined that the Biden administration's support for Israel's genocidal assault on Gaza cost Kamala Harris votes, contributing to her defeat. Axios reported Sunday that Democratic officials conducting the autopsy, which DNC leaders have decided to keep under wraps, "believed the issue harmed …
(2026-02-23). First Gaza, Then the World. consortiumnews.com In the hands of Israel's genocidal settler-colonial society, the state of exception is a relentless nightmare that will not stop at the borders of Palestine, writes Ramzy Baroud. By Ramzy Baroud Z Network While many nations occasionally resort to a "state of…
(2026-02-23). Hamas is close to elect new political bureau leader. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – A senior Palestinian official affiliated with Hamas told the BBC that the group is very close to choosing a new interim leader following the death of senior Hamas leaders in the latest war with Israel.According to the BBC, this is the first election since the October 7, 2023 attacks by Hamas on Israel, which marked the start of the war in the Gaza Strip during which a number of Hamas leaders were killed in strikes carried out by Tel Aviv.Yahya Sinwar, the former head of Hamas in Gaza, was killed by an Israeli strike in October 2024. Hamas political bureau leader, Ismail Haniyeh, was also assassinated i…
(2026-02-23). Board of Peace, Machinery of War. counterpunch.org 
We live in an attention economy, and it's important to look at how ours is being squandered. Take Gaza: nothing screams caring for the people of Gaza like holding your meeting about their future in their holiest month, without them. And yet this is precisely the moment when Trump's "Board of Peace" held its initial meeting. And it is precisely the moment when conscientious Americans must refuse to be distracted.
mondoweiss.net (2026-02-22). Trump's 'Board of Peace' aims to turn Gaza into a playground for investors – Mondoweiss
A sweeping investment and reconstruction plan to transform Gaza's ruins into a playground for investors was unveiled at the first meeting of U.S. President Donald Trump's "Board of Peace" in Washington, D.C., this week. Here's what you need to know.
(2026-02-23). Whither World Order: The Lamentable Present, The Unknowable Future. richardfalk.org [Prefatory Note: My Responses to An Egyptian Journalist, Muhamed Abd Elaziz 15 Qs on International Law, Gaza, Personal Experience, and many other topics. My most comprehensive interview on current international maladies, 2/20/2026} ——————————— 1- Throughout your long career in international law, what was the moment when you felt your work made a real difference? It …
(2026-02-23). Despite So-Called Ceasefire, "It's Still a Genocide, Ongoing," Says Gaza Poet. truthout.org We speak with Mosab Abu Toha, the Pulitzer Prize-winning Palestinian poet and author from Gaza, who responds to recent developments in the region including the Trump administration's policy on Palestine, a recent report finding that the genocide's death toll is much higher than originally reported and more. Responding to Mike Huckabee's recent comments suggesting Israel has the biblical right… |
(2026-02-23). Thursday 2/26: Albany & El Cerrito for Palestine – Human Billboard for Gaza. indybay.org El Cerrito Plaza, San Pablo & Carlson…
(2026-02-23). The Dalai Lama — Epstein Connection. orinocotribune.com By Alan MacLeod — Feb 20, 2026 | The latest tranche of Epstein files has put a rather unlikely figure in the spotlight: the Dalai Lama. The Tibetan religious leader's name is mentioned hundreds of times in the newly-released documents, with suggestions and allegations that the two maintained some kind of personal relationship. A search for "Dalai Lama" elicits 156 results on the Department of Justice's
(2026-02-23). Former UK ambassador Peter Mandelson arrested after Epstein revelations. tribune.com.pk 
Former British ambassador to the United States Peter Mandelson has been arrested by London police on suspicion of misconduct in public office, following revelations over his ties to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. | Mandelson, 72, was fired from the most prestigious posting in Britain's diplomatic service in September, when the depth of his friendship with Epstein started to become clear. | Police earlier this month began a criminal investigation into Mandelson after Prime Minister Keir Starmer's government passed on communications between the former ambassador and Epstein. | "Officers have arrested a…
(2026-02-23). Australian PM backs removing Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor from line of royal succession. tribune.com.pk 
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said he would back plans to remove Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor from the line of succession to the British throne, according to a letter shared by British Prime Minister Keir Starmer's office. | Last week, a United Kingdom official said the British government was considering introducing legislation to ensure Mountbatten-Windsor, currently eighth in line to the throne, could never be king following his arrest as part of a police investigation into his ties with Jeffrey Epstein. | King Charles, who last year stripped his brother of his title of prince and forced him out o…
(2026-02-23). Individual donors provide only a small slice of university research funding — but Jeffrey Epstein's ties with academics show why screening matters. Brian Herman, Vice President for Research, University of Minnesota 
(2026-02-23). For Now A Prince. How Long Till A (Fake) King? commondreams.org 
The arrest of the U.K. rapist formerly known as Prince, and the echoing, trans-Atlantic edict that no one is above the law, lay ever-barer America's "true exceptionalism": A culture of immunity so corrosive our own heinous, in-his-fever-dreams "exonerated" Predator-In-Chief has enragingly yet to face any consequences for his manifold sins, crimes, cruelties and depravities, petty and profound. Finally, says Epstein survivor Maria Farmer, "(Let) all the dominoes of power and corruption begin to fall."The stunning arrest by Thames Valley Police of "Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor" – notably, not "His Royal Highness,…
(2026-02-23). More than 200 political prisoners in Venezuela launch hunger strike. tribune.com.pk 
More than 200 Venezuelan political prisoners were on hunger strike Sunday to demand their release under a new amnesty law that excludes many of them. The inmates at the Rodeo I prison, about 40 kilometres east of the capital Caracas, shouted to their loved ones as part of the protest, an AFP journalist witnessed. | "Freedom!", "release us all!" and "Rodeo I on strike" were among the cries from the prisoners that were audible from outside the facility. | The amnesty law was approved by Venezuela's congress on Thursday as part of a wave of reforms encouraged by the United States after it ousted and captured form…
(2026-02-23). What if today's Iran is resigned to a long, hellish war with the US? responsiblestatecraft.org Trump's decision in June 2025 to bomb Iran's nuclear facilities in the final days of Israel's war on Iran removed any lingering doubts about his administration's willingness to cross the longstanding U.S. red line of directly attacking Iran's nuclear program.As a result, every subsequent American military threat, against Iran as well as the rest of the world, was imbued with a credibility that only the precedent of naked aggression can impose. The U.S. military's abduction of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro in January only reinforced that credibility.But the U.S. strike on Iran, or Operation Midnight Hamm…
(2026-02-23). Rubio could postpone Israel trip amid further US-Iran tensions. newarab.com 
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio may push back a trip to Israel in which he is expected to speak to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu about potential strikes on Iran, a US official said Monday. | "Secretary Rubio is still planning to travel to Israel but the schedule remains subject to change," the official told AFP on condition of anonymity. | Rubio had earlier been expected to meet Netanyahu on Saturday, but Israeli media reports said he was now expected in the country on Monday. | Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi earlier told CBS News that he expected new talks on Thursday with the United States and he…
(2026-02-23). Trump curiosity, Araqchi defiance shape Thursday's US-Iran nuclear talks narrative. geo.tv 
Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi and US President-elect Donald Trump. —Reuters/File
(2026-02-23). Iran would react to any US attack, warns of regional conflict. al-monitor.com Iran vowed on Monday to retaliate "ferociously" against any attack from the United States, and repeated its warning of a regional conflagration in response to President Donald Trump's latest threat of strikes.The bellicose rhetoric from both Tehran and Washington came as the foes prepared for indirect talks in Geneva on a potential deal regarding Iran's nuclear programme, after a US official confirmed discussions would resume on Thursday.
(2026-02-23). Wednesday 2/25: Webinar: While Iran Boils, Trump's "Peace Plan" Threatens Palestinian Existence. indybay.org Online | masspeace.us/palestine-iran…
(2026-02-23). Paul Robeson: The Renaissance Man Vanishes. counterpunch.org 
January 23rd was the 50th anniversary of Paul Robeson's death. As historian Gerald Horne noted in his 2016 biography of Robeson, Time magazine declared him "probably the most famous living negro" in 1943, while in 1964, an "admiring reporter…upping the ante," referred to Robeson as the "best known American in the world." Sports journalist Howard Bryant, was interviewed on
(2026-02-23). German Chancellor Merz Shows Mirror To Trump. ummid.com At the recently held Munich Security Conference (February 13 to 15), the German Chancellor Friedrich Merz clearly lambasted the American policies and identified the areas which need to be reworked to rekindle the Europe-American ties.
(2026-02-23). China is assessing impact of U.S. Supreme Court's tariffs ruling: spokesperson. ecns.cn China's Ministry of Commerce said on Monday that it has noted the US Supreme Court's ruling against the US government's tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA), and is conducting a comprehensive assessment of its relevant content and impact.
(2026-02-23). Why Michelangelo's 'Last Judgment' endures. Virginia Raguin, Distinguished Professor of Humanities Emerita, College of the Holy Cross 
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(2026-02-23). Affordability is a Vanishing Promise for the Middle Class. counterpunch.org 
Affordability is a crisis that keeps millions of us awake at night. It is not, as President Donald Trump claims, a word Democrats "made up." As more and more families struggle to pay their bills, we need policy solutions, not partisan deflections. By most accounts, my family is middle class. I have a leadership position at
(2026-02-23). UP: One booked for objectionable social media post on PM. devdiscourse.com Police in Pilibhit district have registered a case against a youth for allegedly disturbing communal harmony by posting an allegedly edited, objectionable photo of Prime Minister Narendra Modi on social media, officials said on Monday. Jehanabad police station SHO Pradeep Vishnoi told reporters that based on the complaint filed by Sub-Inspector Gyan Chand, police have registered a case against the accused youth identified as Arbaaz, a resident of Vishen village, under relevant sections. According to the police, Arbaaz had shared a morphed photo of Modi on his Instagram account, leading to a case being registered…
(2026-02-23). The Fallout Series Hits Close to Home. portside.org The Fallout Series Hits Close to Home |
(2026-02-23). Lira Blood Bank construction nears completion. independent.co.ug 
Lira, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The construction of the Regional Blood Bank at Lira Regional Referral Hospital (LRRH) is nearing completion, with phase one standing at 98 percent. Started in March 2025 on a piece of land donated by Lira University teaching hospital, the 9.6 billion shillings facility is estimated to process 48,000 units …
(2026-02-23). France to summon US envoy over remarks on far-right activist's killing. tribune.com.pk 
France will summon the United States ambassador in Paris after American officials publicly commented on the killing of a far-right activist, Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot said on Sunday, escalating a diplomatic dispute that has unfolded amid rising political tensions in France. | According to France 24, Barrot said he would call in US Ambassador Charles Kushner after the US Embassy and senior State Department officials weighed in on last week's fatal assault of Quentin Deranque, a French far-right activist. | "We are going to summon the United States ambassador to France, since the US embassy in Franc…
(2026-02-23). Trump accused of using fake persona in CSPAN call-in. thecanary.co 
Before he became president, Donald Trump was notorious for using personas to engage with the media. Now, people are speculating that Trump has revived one of his old pseudonyms: üö® NO WAY üò≠ "John Barron" just called @CSPAN to complain about the Supreme Court nuking Trump's tariffs. Yes — that John Barron.The fake name Trump […] | By
(2026-02-23). We Can Stop Trump's Concentration Camps. counterpunch.org 
Nearly 70,000 —men, women, and children (including newborns)—have been locked up so far in 212 federal facilities (warehouses, private prisons, public jails, tents) in 47 states as suspected illegal immigrants until proved innocent. A Reuters' investigation just reported that 400 federal judges ruled 4,421 detentions by ICE (Immigration & Customs Enforcement) in the last five
(2026-02-23). Pakistan claims at least 70 fighters killed in strikes along Afghan border. aljazeera.com Afghan officials accuse Pakistan of targeting civilians and violating its sovereignty in Sunday's border air raids.
(2026-02-23). China's robot industry finds its global audience. ecns.cn Just a year ago, many humanoid robots were still at a rudimentary stage, able to do little more than basic movements. This Spring Festival, they once again stepped onto the stage of the China Media Group gala and executed a full sequence of extremely difficult movements with astonishing fluency. The speed of iteration is difficult to ignore.
(2026-02-23). We condemn the police murder of Da-quain Johnson. cpusa.org 
The Communist Party USA condemns the brutal police slaying of Da-quain Johnson on Wednesday, February 18, in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Family and community members stated that the police misled the public about the shooting. | Video from body cameras and witness cell phones, along with eyewitness testimony, revealed that Mr. Johnson was shot in the back of the head after he had already been subdued by several officers and a police dog. The police spokesperson initially claimed the Johnson had been shot in the chest. His mother, Angelica Johnson, described the killing as an execution. She also indicated that woun…
(2026-02-23). Sunday 2/22: Fight Like Hell! NALC Letter Carriers Rally at Harry Bridges Plaza. indybay.org Harry Bridges Plaza | Across From SF Ferry Building | Embarcadero & Market St | San Francisco…
(2026-02-23). Monday 2/23: No Monday: Weekly Protest at Tesla in San Francisco. indybay.org At the Tesla Dealership, 999 Van Ness (corner of Van Ness and O'Farrell), San Francisco…
(2026-02-23). Wednesday 3/4: No Nukes Advocacy Hour. indybay.org Online | www.mobilize.us/afsc/event/902796/…
(2026-02-23). How Modi 'broke down walls' between India, Israel — at Palestine's expense. aljazeera.com Under Modi, India, a long supporter of the Palestinian cause, has found a friend in Israel's Netanyahu despite genocide.
(2026-02-23). Rise of Jamaat-e Islami in Bangladesh and Concerns in India. ummid.com While India, which has historical ties with Bangladesh and its people, will engage with whoever wins the election, a Jamaat win is bound to involve very different calculations for New Delhi.
(2026-02-23). Liberation Day for Real? Not Really. counterpunch.org 
"[The International Emergency Economic Powers Act] does not authorize the President to impose tariffs." That's the single really important sentence from the US Supreme Court's February 20 ruling in Learning Resources, Inc. v. Trump. Trump's ongoing tariff tantrums, starting with his "Liberation Day" schedule of "reciprocal" tariffs, were illegal under the law in question, and under
(2026-02-23). Delivery rider critically hurt as speeding car overturns at Khayaban-e-Ittehad. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-02-23). Tragedy of Contemporary Muslim Politics in India. ummid.com The tragedy of contemporary Muslim politics in India lies not in the absence of voices, but in the misalignment between political expression and structural reality.
(2026-02-23). Great Barrington Declaration author Jay Bhattacharya takes control of CDC as measles cases surge. wsws.org The Trump administration has placed a Stanford economist who championed mass infection policies during COVID-19 as the single official in charge of both the NIH and CDC.
(2026-02-23). Last nuclear weapons limits expired — pushing world toward new arms race. Matthew Bunn, Professor of the Practice of Energy, National Security and Foreign Policy, Harvard Kennedy School 
(2026-02-23). Arsenal Regains Lead in English Football League. radiohc.cu Havana, February 22 (RHC) — Arsenal regained their five-point lead over Manchester City in the English Premier League today, after beating Tottenham 4-1 in the North London derby. | A brace from Eberechi Eze (32nd and 61st minutes), who hadn't scored in the Premier League since a hat-trick in November, and another from Swede Viktor Gyokeres (47th and 90+4) guided the league leaders to victory. | The team managed by Spaniard Mikel Arteta put on a display of competitive authority to banish the ghosts of relegation after two consecutive draws and regain a five-point lead over Manchester City, who sit second in…
(2026-02-23). Adolfo Pérez Esquivel sends an open letter to Barack Obama, calling for help to stop "global dictator" Donald Trump. radiohc.cu Adolfo Pérez Esquivel has called Donald Trump a "global dictator" and demands an end to his warmongering policies. The Nobel Peace Prize laureate denounced to Barack Obama the siege against Cuba, the kidnapping of Nicolás Maduro, and the genocide in Palestine. | Nobel Peace Prize laureate Adolfo Pérez Esquivel published the open letter to former President Barack Obama denouncing the policies of Donald Trump. In the letter, he called the current U.S. president a "global dictator" and "the number one terrorist." | Pérez Esquivel warned that Washington is pushing the world toward the abyss of nuclear war, breaking w…
(2026-02-23). Donald Trump's actions stir election concerns in the lead-up to US midterms. aljazeera.com November midterms will be first major US election since Trump took office and follow false claims over 2020 loss.
(2026-02-23). Another meltdown at PSX as KSE-100 loses over 5,400 points. dawn.com The Pakistan Stock Exchange's (PSX) benchmark index KSE-100 began another week on a low note, crashing more than 5,400 points during intraday trade on Monday. | The KSE-100 index declined 5,478.63 points, or 3.16 per cent, to stand at 167,691.08 points from the previous close of 173,169.71 points at 1: 50pm. | The index reached an intraday high of 174,336.85 points at 9: 38am — higher than the previous close — then dropped to an intraday low of 166,886.63 points at around 1: 24pm, before finally closing at 173,169.71 points. | The top active stocks were led by K-Electric Limited, falling 4.61pc to Rs7.66…
(2026-02-23). British PM appoints new cabinet secretary. ecns.cn The Cabinet Office announced on Thursday that British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has appointed Antonia Romeo as cabinet secretary and head of the Civil Service.
(2026-02-23). US meeting Russian and Chinese delegations for nuclear arms control talks, official says. devdiscourse.com The U.S. met a Russian delegation in Geneva on ‚ÄåMonday and will meet a Chinese delegation on Tuesday for talks about forging a potential multilateral nuclear ‚Äåarms control treaty, a senior U.S. State Department official said. The U.S. has called for a new, broader arms control treaty that would bring in ‚ÄåChina as well as Russia, after the agreement limiting U.S. ‚Äåand Russian missile and warhead deployments, known as New START, expired.
(2026-02-23). Iran Must Be Stopped: Here's Why. dissidentvoice.org As you know Trump is gearing up to attack Iran. And I wanna be angry with him, but we must face the facts. Those Iranian assholes have to be stopped. There's no other way to look at it. (Click the links to see the proof.) Iran has 5,500 nuclear weapons. Iran has around 750 or …
(2026-02-23). New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani orders citywide travel ban ahead of major US storm. geo.tv 
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani speaks at a news conference on Sunday as the city braces for a winter storm in New York City, US, on February 23, 2026. — AFPPower outages likely due to heavy snow and strong winds.Nearly 54 million people in…
(2026-02-23). Stones pelted, vehicles vandalised as Panipat refinery workers' protest turns violent. devdiscourse.com Workers at a refinery in Haryana's Panipat on Monday pelted stones at security personnel and vandalised vehicles during a demonstration in support of their various demands. When the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) personnel deployed at the refinery asked the protesters to remain in a designated area, some of them took exception to it and allegedly resorted to stone pelting. The protesting workers, some of them holding sticks, overturned a few vehicles parked at the site and damaged them. Amid the tense situation, police were called in. Panipat Superintendent of Police (SP) Bhupender Singh, who visited th…
(2026-02-23). Marco Rubio's Cecil Rhodes Moment. consortiumnews.com The U.S. secretary of state is reviving the language and intent of 19th century colonialism to deter what he sees as "the forces of civilizational erasure that today menace both America and Europe alike," writes Joe Lauria. By Joe Lauria…
(2026-02-23). Iranian students protest for third day as US pressure mounts. al-monitor.com By Elwely ElwellyDUBAI, Feb 23 (Reuters) – Iranian students defied authorities with protests for a third day on Monday, weeks after security forces crushed mass unrest with thousands killed and as the United States weighs possible air strikes against the Islamic Republic.State media outlets reported students chanting anti-government slogans at Tehran University, burning flags at the all-women al-Zahra University, and scuffles at Amir Kabir University, all located in the capital.
(2026-02-23). West Bank mosque torched in suspected settler attack. haaretz.com Last week, Israeli settlers shot and beat a 19-year-old Palestinian-American, who died the next day. As of January, the Israeli military had recorded a total of 1,720 settler attacks on Palestinians since October 7, 2023…
(2026-02-23). Russian servicemen freed from Ukrainian captivity complete treatment in Belarus and head home. eng.belta.by A group of Russian servicemen had been voluntarily handed over by the Ukrainian side. They received all necessary assistance here, from initial examination to rehabilitation.
(2026-02-23). In Area C, faster demolitions clear the way for Jewish expansion. haaretz.com With most of the West Bank closed to Palestinian development, residents build without permits — while demolitions, settler violence and land policy shifts expand Jewish construction…
(2026-02-23). Live: Ramadan 2026 Moon Sighting in Saudi Arabia Today. ummid.com Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Turkey, Jordan and other Arab states in the Middle East will sight the Ramadan 2026 Moon (Ramadan Moon Sighting 1447) today i.e. Tuesday February 17, 2026 to confirm the beginning of the Holy Month of Fasting.
(2026-02-23). US envoy Barrack oversees Chevron deal in Iraq amid Iran influence row. al-monitor.com The Trump administration is maintaining pressure on Iraq over the nomination of former Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki and the influence of Iran-backed militias in the country.
(2026-02-23). Menstrual pads and tampons can contain toxic substances — here's what to know about this emerging health issue. Jenni Shearston, Assistant Professor of Integrative Physiology, University of Colorado Boulder 
(2026-02-23). Trump's trip to China scheduled, archeologists unearth temple: 5 weekend reads you missed. scmp.com We have put together stories from our coverage last weekend to help you stay informed about news across Asia and beyond. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. | 1. Date set for US President Donald Trump's trip to China | 2. EU bans Chinese organisations from critical tech programmes, including AI, chips | 3. Trump says raising US global tariff rate from 10 per cent to 15 per cent…
(2026-02-23). South African experts welcome duty-free access granted by China. ecns.cn South African experts have welcomed China's decision to grant duty-free access across 100 percent of tariff lines for South African exports, describing the move as significant to the country's trade structure and industrial development.
(2026-02-23). Thursday 3/12: "Killers of Roe" : Book Talk on the Death of a Human Right w/ author Amy Littlefield. indybay.org Zoom | RSVP: www.thenation.com/events/killers-of-roe-……
(2026-02-23). Here is what to know about Kuwait-Iraq maritime dispute. al-monitor.com Arab Gulf countries expressed support for Kuwait's sovereignty after Iraq sent a revised map of its maritime borders that reignited a decades-old dispute over sea boundaries between the two neighbors.
(2026-02-23). Sunday 2/22: Mass Meeting: Fight for a General Strike to Shut Down ICE. indybay.org Online | www.kshamasawant.org/events/266/…
(2026-02-23). PSX flips into freefall on macro uncertainty, weak sentiment. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) witnessed a deeply volatile session, as sustained selling pressure overshadowed early gains and dragged the benchmark KSE-100 index sharply lower. | The market opened on a relatively firm note, with the index climbing to an intra-day high of 174,336.86 points during early trading hours. However, the positive momentum proved short-lived as profit-taking emerged at higher levels, sending the index downward amid heavy jitters. | Investor confidence remained fragile throughout the session, weighed down by escalating geopolitical strains, uncertainty ahead of the forthcoming IMF assess…
(2026-02-23). 'No thanks': Greenland and Denmark reject Trump's hospital ship offer. tribune.com.pk 
Denmark and its territory, Greenland, on Sunday rejected Donald Trump's offer to send a naval hospital ship to the Arctic island coveted by the US leader. | A day earlier, Trump said he was sending "a great hospital boat to Greenland to take care of the many people who are sick, and not being taken care of there". | However, Greenlandic Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen, who heads the autonomous territory's government, wrote on his Facebook page, "That will be 'no thanks' from us." | "President Trump's idea to send a US hospital ship here to Greenland has been duly noted. But we have a public health system…
(2026-02-23). Budget session of Telangana Assembly to begin on March 16. devdiscourse.com The Telangana Cabinet on Monday decided to hold the budget session of the Legislative Assembly from March 16. Briefing reporters late on Monday after a Cabinet meeting, Information and Public Relations Minister P Srinivas Reddy said the session would begin with the Governor's address to the legislature and the budget would be presented on March 20. The Cabinet took a slew of decisions, including fully taking over the Hyderabad Metro Rail project from L&T before March 31. It also decided to implement an accident insurance scheme for government employees and pensioners. In the event of accidental death, the benefic…
(2026-02-23). Iran's Foreign Minister Says There's Still a 'Good Chance' for a Deal With the US. news.antiwar.com Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said on Sunday that he still believes there's a "good chance" for a deal with the US despite the Trump administration's threats of attacking the Islamic Republic amid a major US military buildup in the region. Araghchi was asked by CBS News host Margaret Brennan if he expected the US …
(2026-02-23). Bosnian-Herzegovinian professor Nejra Turčinović returns to an old passion: silly Illustrations for children. globalvoices.org 
(2026-02-23). Northern Pakistan faces rising glacier flood risks amid winter heat. tribune.com.pk 
Northern Pakistan is experiencing below-average rainfall and snowfall this winter, raising concerns over accelerated glacier melt and potential Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (GLOFs), the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) said in a statement on Monday. | According to the PMD, reduced precipitation and prolonged clear-sky conditions have contributed to unusually stable atmospheric patterns and significantly elevated temperatures across Gilgit-Baltistan during the first three weeks of February. | Daytime temperatures were recorded 3—5°C above normal, while nighttime temperatures remained 1—3.5…
(2026-02-23). US Envoy's endorsement of Israel's expansion sparks outrage. ummid.com Arab and Muslim countries around the world have in one voice condemned US Envoy to Israel Mike Huckabee's comments endorsing Israeli bid to expand its borders across the Middle East.
(2026-02-23). India's drug regulator inspected 90% of cough syrup makers, found lapses, official says. tribune.com.pk 
India's drug regulator has inspected nearly 90% of the country's cough syrup makers and found compliance lapses, its chief said on Monday, amid heightened scrutiny after India-made syrups were linked to the deaths of children in the country and abroad. | The inspections follow the discovery of a brand of cough syrup contaminated with diethylene glycol that was linked to the deaths of 24 children in October last year. The product, named Coldrif, was made by Sresan Pharmaceutical, based in Tamil Nadu. | "We took serious actions on serious non-compliances, and our belief is that the rot of cough syrup manufacturi…
(2026-02-23). U.S. tariffs deepen Asia's uncertainty. ecns.cn United States President Donald Trump holds a news conference on the Supreme Court's ruling at the White House in Washington on Friday.The announcement was made a day after the US Supreme Court ruled that the president's use of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act to justify "reciprocal tariffs" is unconstitutional.
(2026-02-23). North Korea touts nuclear advances as Kim re-chosen to lead ruling party. dawn.com North Korea's ruling party touted nuclear advances as it re-elected Kim Jong Un to the top post of general secretary, state media said on Monday, during a rare national congress. | Thousands of party elites have packed the capital Pyongyang for a once-in-five-years summit of the ruling Workers' Party, a gathering that directs state efforts on everything from diplomacy to war planning. | The congress offers a rare glimpse into the political workings of reclusive North Korea, and is widely seen as a forum for Kim to flex his grip on power. | Military top brass made a "pledge of loyalty" to Kim as delegates rubber-s…
(2026-02-23). China's C909 jet gets international uplift with funding for adoptive airline. scmp.com China's leading planemaker is redoubling its efforts to boost the international profile of its home-grown jets in 2026, injecting a sizeable amount of capital into a subsidiary carrier as it attempts to widen its planes' coverage area and attract more overseas buyers. | The state-owned Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China (Comac), manufacturer of the C909 regional airliner and the company's flagship narrowbody C919, recently infused 634 million yuan (US$91.76 million) into C909 launch customer…
(2026-02-23). Uganda Eyes New Export Route Through Tanzania With Proposed Railway Link. moderndiplomacy.eu Uganda is exploring a new export corridor by linking its under-construction railway line to a network being built in neighboring Tanzania, according to a government document seen by Reuters. The move could provide an alternative route for minerals such as gold, copper, and iron ore, potentially easing reliance on the Kenyan port of Mombasa. Strategic …
(2026-02-23). 'Every citizen must defend their home'. Defense ministry on Belarus' updated military policy. eng.belta.by In December 2025, Belarus completed the legal formalization of its updated military policy. Three laws were brought into line with the Military Doctrine.
(2026-02-23). Trump threatens countries that would 'play games' with tariffs. tribune.com.pk 
President Donald Trump threatened nations on Monday with punishing hikes on import duties if they choose to "play games" after the United States Supreme Court struck down his global tariffs last week. | "Any country that wants to 'play games' with the ridiculous supreme court decision, especially those that have 'ripped off' the USA for years, and even decades, will be met with a much higher tariff, and worse, than that which they just recently agreed to," Trump wrote on social media. | truthsocial.com/@realDonaldTrump/1161204… | The high court's decision has dealt a sharp blow to Trump's eco…
(2026-02-23). Two Women From Memphis: Ida Bell Wells-Barnett (1862-1931) and Mary Eliza ChurchTerrell (1863-1954). wibailoutpeople.org 
Born during the Civil War, Ida Bell Wells-Barnett (1862-1931) and Mary Eliza ChurchTerrell (1863-1954) helped lay the groundwork for a century of struggles against racist violence, legalized segregation and for women's emancipation through self-organization By Abayomi AzikiweEditor, Pan-African News WireSunday February 22, 2026African American History Month Series No. 6 African women during the antebellum period …
(2026-02-23). Ethereum Fortifies For The Future. ummid.com While Ethereum price USD is steady if not brilliant, it is widely viewed by institutional investors as a major player over the next decade.
(2026-02-23). Rise in violence against women in Iraq amid calls for new laws. newarab.com 
Domestic violence rates in New figures released by the Iraqi Observatory for Human Rights, a local organisation, report 36,289 officially recorded cases of domestic violence recorded by the relevant authorities in 2025. | The observatory noted that "the announced numbers do not reflect the real scale of violations", indicating that the real figures may be higher, especially as many incidents go unreported or occur without anyone's knowledge. | In a report p…
(2026-02-23). 5 Essential Tools for Secure Cross-Border Communication. moderndiplomacy.eu This article evaluates five essential tools designed for secure cross-border communication, selected for their robust encryption standards, accessibility in challenging environments, and resistance to censorship. These recommendations are intended to provide actionable guidance for organizations needing to safeguard their operational integrity and protect the confidentiality of their data. Tool Pros Cons Starting Price iFax HIPAA …
(2026-02-23). China announces duty free imports from almost whole of African Continent. ummid.com China has announced to implement zero duty imports from almost whole of the African Continent starting May 01, 2026.
(2026-02-23). UK: Reform pledges ICE-style deportation agency to halt migrants. newarab.com 
Britain's populist With Reform ahead in opinion polls before an election due no later than August 2029, the party led by
(2026-02-23). Bradman against weak teams, but…? tribune.com.pk 
If there has been heavy rain a few hours before the match and more is forecast after the start, what would you do if you won the toss? | If one of your bowlers has the opposition under pressure, would you bring him on early or wait until half the innings is over? | If your main fast bowler is out of form and another bowler takes a wicket in the very first over, would you give the key pacer a second over or introduce a spinner to maintain momentum? | If your star bowler concedes too many runs in his first over, would you still give him the final over or hand the ball to someone else? | Would you highlight your…
(2026-02-23). Board of Peace, the Makeup of Peace. globalresearch.ca The UN's Replacement Board of Peace: | President Trump chaired the Board of Peace at the Donald J. Trump United States Institute of Peace, a Washington building renamed by the President after himself. CNN summarises what this body is: | "The Board …
(2026-02-23). The Camel's Nose (sorta) Under the Kentucky Tent. wattsupwiththat.com When the fossil fuel industry folks with influence grow a spine and explore much deeper — or when somebody ends up doing their work for them — every one of the "ExxonKnew" lawsuits can implode, enabling the public to see where the real disinformation has been in the climate issue this entire time.
(2026-02-23). Delaware legal aid groups request $3.2M to fund low-income eviction prevention program. whyy.org What are journalists missing from the state of Delaware? What would you most like WHYY News to cover? Delaware resident Victor Elbaz said he was on the edge of being evicted from his home in Sussex County when he successfully applied for low-income legal assistance through the statewide "I'm forever grateful," he recently told stat…
(2026-02-23). Trump's Pre-State of the Union Polling Numbers Among the Worst He's Ever Had. truthout.org On Tuesday night, President Donald Trump is slated to deliver a State of the Union address to a joint session of Congress, in which he's expected to give himself and his administration glowing praise, particularly on the economy, immigration enforcement, and foreign policy. Viewers at home will largely disagree with his rosy assessments. Multiple polls in recent weeks demonstrate that… |
(2026-02-23). Strangest tourist destination: Wieliczka Salt Mine triggers 9,000 visitors daily. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Just steps southeast of Krakow, Poland, after descending 380 steps into the earth, a door opens onto a mysterious world, the Wieliczka Salt Mine.The Wieliczka Salt Mine is not merely an archaeological site, but an entire city carved from salt. It was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1978, having operated for nearly seven centuries before commercial production ceased in 1996.Along more than 150 miles of hand-carved tunnels, the miners left behind a breathtaking engineering legacy that continues to attract up to 9,000 visitors daily, according to CNN.For her part, tour guide Patricia Antoniac e…
(2026-02-23). Alain Soral: "France is on the brink of civil war" uwidata.com 
Alain Soral… He is one of the most debated thinkers in France. His ideas are frequently voiced within anti-globalization left and right political movements. Convicted in France for thought crimes, Soral continues to live in exile. I spoke with Soral about the political future of France, US-Europe relations, Trump's America, developments in West Asia, geopolitical …
(2026-02-23). Pakistan airstrikes: Targeting border terror hideouts. indybay.org Seven militant hideouts near Afghan border targeted in wake of rising terrorism in northwest Pakistan…
(2026-02-23). Russian missile barrage hits energy, railways across Ukraine. dawn.com KYIV: Russia fired scores of missiles and drones at targets across Ukraine on Sunday, crashing into energy and rail infrastructure and residential buildings, just two days before the fourth anniversary of Moscow's all-out The capital Kyiv, regularly targeted by Russian missile and drone attacks since the start of the full-scale invasion, has faced waves of overnight strikes in recent weeks as Moscow has "Moscow continues to invest in strikes more tha…
(2026-02-23). Trump Banner Hung Outside DOJ Headquarters Prompts Outrage From Legal Observers. truthout.org Last week, the Department of Justice (DOJ) hung a new banner outside its headquarters featuring President Donald Trump's face, a startling move that critics say provides the starkest evidence yet that the department is not being run as independently, despite the administration's claims. The banner features a solemn and stern-looking Trump prominently displayed in black and white. |
(2026-02-23). US Postal Worker Letter Carriers Rally At Harry Bridges Plaza In SF To Demand Living Wages. indybay.org USPO members of the NALC rallied at Harry Bridges Plaza on February 22, 2026 to demand a contract and living wages.
(2026-02-23). Weather outlook: 23 February 2026 — 01 March 2026. sanews.gov.za Weather outlook: 23 February 2026 — 01 March 2026 | The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has warned of severe thunderstorms over the central interior, accompanied by heavy rain on Monday. | A cut-off low is expected to approach the Eastern Cape from the northwestern interior, leading to significant cloud development with a chance for heavy downpours in places. | "As the cut-off low-pressure systems approaches the country from the west, it will lead to conditions favorable for the development of severe thunderstorms, resulting in heavy downpours, strong winds and hail over most parts of the Northern Cape…
(2026-02-23). IOC chief Coventry closes Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics. ecns.cn International Olympic Committee (IOC) president Kirsty Coventry declared the Milan-Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games closed on Sunday.
(2026-02-23). The Fatal Costs of the Philippines-Taiwan War Scenario. moderndiplomacy.eu In August 2025, President Marcos Jr. said that "a war over Taiwan will drag the Philippines, kicking and screaming into the conflict." Pushing for preparation, the government has boosted US-Philippine military cooperation, military modernization, joint military exercises and the installation of US mid-range missile systems and anti-ship missile launchers. These measures are said to foster …
(2026-02-23). Unidos MN Day at the Capitol in St. Paul Feb. 26, 2026 This is Not a Moment to Disengage! Keep Building People Power! wibailoutpeople.org 
Register Here: secure.ngpvan.com/zDtKsk0WDUm_WNbJI6ScOg… Thursday, February 26, 2026 10: 00 AM — 2: 00 PM CT Christ on Capitol Hill, 105 University Ave W, Saint Paul, MN 55103 We are in a defining moment for Minnesota. A divided legislature means our communities must stand together to protect what we won and fight for what comes next. Driver's Licenses for …
(2026-02-23). Writers Guild of America West staff strike exposes exploitation and inequality within the union apparatus. wsws.org The WGAW staff strike is unfolding amid growing wave of workers' struggles as healthcare, education and entertainment workers confront austerity and repression.
(2026-02-23). Fact Check: News claiming China's approval to Quranic Education is fake. ummid.com Viral news claiming China's approval to Quranic Schools and developing Islamic Education after fact check analysis has turned out to be fake.
(2026-02-23). Saturday 2/21: Free virtual screening of the documentary film. indybay.org Zoom | us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_rVdt……
(2026-02-23). China assessing US Supreme Court tariff ruling; says 'fighting is harmful'. tribune.com.pk 
China is making a "full assessment" of the United States Supreme Court's tariff ruling and has urged Washington to lift "unilateral tariff measures" on its trading partners, warning that fighting between the two countries is "harmful". | The comments from China's Commerce Ministry on Monday came days after the highest US court dealt President Donald Trump a stinging defeat by striking down many of the tariffs he has used in a global trade war, including some against rival China. | Within hours of the ruling, Trump said he would impose a new 10% duty on US imports from all countries starting on Tuesday, only th…
(2026-02-23). Spineless Creatures Caucus Tells Democrats to Grow One. indybay.org The figurative encountered the literal as spineless organisms slithered along the Convention floor and made their demands…
(2026-02-23). South Africa to engage global leaders on agrarian reform. sanews.gov.za South Africa to engage global leaders on agrarian reform | Land Reform and Rural Development Minister Mzwanele Nyhontso will lead a high-level South African delegation to Cartagena, Colombia, for the International Conference on Agrarian Reform and Rural Development (ICARRD+20) this week. | The ICARRD+20 conference marks 20 years since the inaugural International Conference on Agrarian Reform and Rural Development, held in Porto Alegre, Brazil, and convenes at a time of renewed global focus on agrarian reform, food sovereignty and the democratic governance of natural resources. | The summit, taking place from 24 t…
(2026-02-23). The PayPal Mafia vs. Beijing: How U.S. Oligarchs Sparked a New Cold War. scheerpost.com Posted by Joshua Scheer In this powerful analysis from Geopolitical Economy Report, editor-in-chief Ben Norton examines what many in Washington now openly call a "Second Cold War" — a sweeping U.S. campaign to contain China economically, technologically, and geopolitically. From Marco Rubio declaring China the most formidable adversary the United States has ever faced, to …
(2026-02-23). ICC to hold hearings on charges against ex-Philippine President Duterte. aljazeera.com Duterte faces three counts of crimes against humanity allegedly committed during his time as president and Davao mayor.
(2026-02-23). Tyrant Trump Declares End of Laws Saving American Lives. counterpunch.org 
"Deregulation" is an antiseptic word loved by the giant corporations that rule the people. In reality, health and safety "deregulation" spells death, injury, and disease for the American people of all ages and backgrounds. This is especially so with the deranged dictates from the Tyrant Trump, who is happily beholden to his corporate paymasters, who
(2026-02-23). Jailed PTI leaders call for MPC on Palestine issue following Board of Peace moot. dawn.com Incarcerated PTI leaders in Lahore on Monday called for an urgent multi-party conference in the wake of the recent The leaders — Shah Mahmood Qureshi, Omar Sarfraz Cheema, Dr Yasmin Rashid, Mahmoodur Rasheed and Ejaz Chaudhry — jailed for involvement in the May 9, 2023 riots issued the statement through their lawyer, Advocate Rana Mudassar Umar, from Kot Lakhpat Jail in Lahore. | The statement said that a multi-party confer…
(2026-02-23). What does Trump want in Iran. geo.tv 
US President Donald Trump speaks in the East Room of the White House in Washington, DC on 30 April, 2020. — AFPPresident Donald Trump's threats to attack Iran provide little detail on what the long-term US goal would be in the event of a sustained or even brief…
(2026-02-23). ICC Filing Accuses FIFA and UEFA Chiefs of Aiding War Crimes. thinktank.pk Power in modern football does not stop at the touchline. It sits in boardrooms, shapes global narratives, and influences politics across continents. That reality is now under unprecedented legal scrutiny. A coalition of Palestinian footballers, clubs and advocacy organizations has formally submitted a 120-page complaint to the International Criminal Court, targeting two of the most …
(2026-02-23). India delays US trade talks after Supreme Court rejects Trump tariffs, source says. tribune.com.pk 
India has delayed plans to send a trade delegation to Washington this week, chiefly because of uncertainty after the United States Supreme Court struck down tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump, a source in its trade ministry said on Sunday. | One of the first concrete reactions among Asian nations to the decision, it follows Trump's move on Saturday to levy a temporary tariff of 15%, the maximum allowed by law, on US imports from all countries, following the court's rejection. | "The decision to defer the visit was taken after discussions between officials of the two countries," said the source, who soug…
(2026-02-23). 18 killed, several injured as bus plunges into gorge in Nepal. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: At least 18 people were killed after a passenger bus plunged into the Trishuli River near Gajuri in Dhading District, Nepal, in the early hours of Monday. | The bus, which was travelling to Kathmandu from Pokhara, fell into the river along the Prithvi Highway, about 90 km west of Kathmandu, at around 1.30 am. According to Bishnu Prasad Bhatta, spokesperson for Nepal's Armed Police Force, 17 bodies have been recovered so far, while 26 injured passengers were rescued from the accident site. | The injured have been admitted to various hospitals for treatment. Personnel from the Nepal Army, Armed Poli…
(2026-02-23). US military buildup in Middle East against Iran largest since 2003. wsws.org The Trump administration is assembling the largest concentration of American military force in the Middle East since the 2003 invasion of Iraq, placing the United States on the brink of a massive illegal war against Iran that could last weeks or months and engulf the entire region.
(2026-02-23). Profit Over People: How the World Fuels Sudan's War. portside.org Profit Over People: How the World Fuels Sudan's War |
(2026-02-23). Did the USDA just forget about $400M in drought aid for farmers? grist.org 
For those coaxing thirsty crops like alfalfa from the parched fields and withered pasturelands in Eloy, Arizona, water is as good as gold — and just as scarce. "We've had nothing from the Colorado River for the last two or three years. I mean, we've had to cut back the volumes to the growers and have had to reduce acres and stuff to make it work," said Ron McEachern, former general manager of the Central Arizona Irrigation and Drainage District, which serves the Eloy area. | The agricultural hub draws from the Colorado River basin through a vast canal network, but drought, overexploitation, and aging irr…
(2026-02-23). Plan for massive Georgia concentration camp for immigrants provokes outrage. wsws.org Plans for a 10,000-bed immigrant detention complex in Georgia would represent the largest construction of a civilian mass detention facility in the United States since the Japanese American internment camps of 1942.
(2026-02-23). Wings of ambition, weight of reality. independent.co.ug 
Uganda's national airline confronts the limits of scale, strategy and state control COVER STORY | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda Airlines, the national carrier relaunched in 2019 to reconnect the country to international markets, has temporarily grounded its entire long-haul fleet, a move that has disrupted flights to London and Mumbai and highlighted the fragility …
(2026-02-23). Bibi Put Israel's Partners In An Awkward Position With His Description Of The "Hexagon" thealtworld.com By speaking on their behalf and placing them at odds with Iran, Saudi Arabia, and their network of partners, he undermined the balancing acts that some of them like India and Ethiopia practice. | Bibi
(2026-02-23). 'GOAT' battles to No. 1 at North American box office. ecns.cn Sony Pictures' animated sports comedy "GOAT" knocked Warner Bros. Pictures' period romance "Wuthering Heights" off the top of the North American box office in a close battle this weekend, according to figures released by Comscore on Sunday.
(2026-02-23). Australia: Police raid Canberra bar, seizing anti-fascist artwork under Labor's new "hate speech" laws. wsws.org The raid is the first known enforcement action in the national capital under the Commonwealth hate-symbol provisions and is being treated as a test case.
(2026-02-23). As U.S. Olympians Take on the Trump Administration, Trump Attacks Them While Kash Patel Parties. democracynow.org 
As the winter Olympics come to a close, a number of athletes have drawn controversy for their political statements. U.S. athletes, in particular, have expressed conflicting feelings about representing the United States during the current political moment. | We speak with former athlete Jules Boykoff, who has written extensively on the Olympic games, about how politics intersect with the Games. "The Trump administration has politicized these Olympics from the very beginning," he says.
(2026-02-23). A Call for United African Front on Slavery and Reparations. globalresearch.ca One message stood out, one particular briefing gave clarity and hope for better days ahead. Africa, will be heard, willingly or unwillingly and the resolution thereof, will no longer be a hope for years to come, but a reality to …
(2026-02-23). WHYY Newscast for Monday 6:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-02-23). Landmine explosion in Sudan kills nine. tribune.com.pk 
A landmine explosion killed nine people in Sudan on Sunday, including three children, as they were riding in an auto-rickshaw along a road in the frontline region of Kordofan, a medical source told AFP. | The war between the regular army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF), which began in April 2023, has left Sudan strewn with mines and unexploded ordnance, though the explosive that caused Sunday's deaths could also have dated back to previous rebellions that have shaken South Kordofan state since 2011. | "Nine people, three of them children, were killed by a mine explosion while they were in a tuk…
(2026-02-23). Interest in China's orchids set to bloom. ecns.cn For people in China, February often means the excitement of Spring Festival, but in Europe, the wet, gloomy skies can make it a miserable time. So it's "a happy accident" that this is the very time when London's Kew Gardens holds its annual Orchid Festival, which has a China theme this year.
(2026-02-23). A political revival? Saad Hariri and the Future Movement>. newarab.com 
Three-time former Lebanese prime minister He had previously suggested a return at the same event in 2025, when he said the Future Movement
(2026-02-23). Kevin Cox: South Africa In History's Shadow. newleftreview.org Why is South Africa seemingly still mired in the income and spatial segregation patterns of the apartheid era? Standard explanations focus on the ANC, either as too neoliberal or too statist. Kevin Cox looks instead at the making of classes—and expropriation of African farmers—in conditions of globalization's labour shock.
(2026-02-23). Grey Anderson: Primacy's Calculus. newleftreview.org Grey Anderson on Edward Luce, Zbig. Biography of Brzezinski, updating the American strategist and Russia hawk for present needs.
(2026-02-23). Madison: Union Letter Carriers Rally With Labor Community Supporters, Demand Fair Contract. wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-02-23). Secret service kills man trying to unlawfully enter Mar-a-Lago. ecns.cn A man was shot dead by U.S. Secret Service agents and local police early Sunday morning after an unauthorized entry into the secure perimeter at Mar-a-Lago, an estate in Palm Beach, Florida, owned by President Donald Trump.
(2026-02-23). New Dutch government to be sworn in under centrist Jetten. newarab.com 
The new Jetten pulled off a stunning election win in October, coming from behind to dethrone the far-right Freedom Party (PVV) led by firebrand politician Geert Wilders by a The snap election was called after the PVV withdrew from the previous coalition, the Netherlands' most rig…
(2026-02-23). Technology gives room to roam. ecns.cn A baby elephant and its mother are pictured in the Maasai Mara National Reserve in Kenya, on Sept 7."The automated alerts allow field teams to respond before conflict escalates." Because of this innovation, Kenya is emerging as a continental leader in wildlife conservation.
(2026-02-23). EU ire as Hungary stalls new Russia sanctions over Ukraine. newarab.com 
(2026-02-23). I'm a philosopher who tries to see the best in others — but I know there are limits. Mark Schroeder, Professor of Philosophy, USC Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences 
(2026-02-23). US pulling non-essential staff from embassy in Beirut amid Iran tensions. al-monitor.com By Humeyra PamukWASHINGTON, Feb 23 (Reuters) – The State Department is pulling out non-essential government personnel and their eligible family members from the U.S. embassy in Beirut, a senior State Department official said on Monday, amid growing concerns about the risk of a military conflict with Iran."We continuously assess the security environment, and based on our latest review, we determined it prudent to reduce our footprint to essential personnel," said a senior State Department official, speaking on condition of anonymity.
(2026-02-23). Police Arrest Bar Owners Over Teen's Death. plusnews.ug 
Police in Kibaale District have arrested the owners of Sky Bar in Karuguuza Town and several of their staff in connection with the murder of a 15-year-old girl. Tom Baguma and Emmanuel Ndorereire, along with several waitresses, were taken in after a sniffer dog traced a scent from the crime scene to the bar. The arrests …
(2026-02-23). Lebanese Speaker Berri: Quintet Committee Supports Election Delay, No Envoy Referenced. english.almanar.com.lb The media office of Lebanese Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri issued a clarification on Monday addressing reports by Asharq Al-Awsat about postponing parliamentary elections scheduled for May 2026. In a statement, the office said Berri's remarks were confined to describing a general atmosphere within the Quintet Committee that leans toward delaying the vote. It emphasized that …
(2026-02-23). UAW presidential candidate Will Lehman denounces police attack on Quakertown, Pennsylvania student protest against ICE. wsws.org Five students and one adult were arrested after police attacked a protest against ICE raids and detentions.
(2026-02-23). After a 32-hour shift in Pittsburgh, I realized EMTs should be napping on the job. P. Daniel Patterson, Associate Professor of Emergency Medicine, University of Pittsburgh 
(2026-02-23). Australian government banning Islamist group under laws that could illegalise political parties. wsws.org Labor's Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke described the attempt to prohibit Hizb-ut Tahrir as "the first time we have been able to ban a group which falls short of a terrorist listing."
(2026-02-23). Dozens rally in Tel Aviv against settler violence in West Bank. haaretz.com Organized by Tel Aviv's chapter of Radical Bloc, the protest comes after two Palestinians were reportedly wounded Saturday by armed Israeli settlers in the village of al-Mughayyir, and as violence against Palestinians in the West Bank surges…
(2026-02-23). SP's support base declining, should pay attention to its affairs: BJP. devdiscourse.com UP BJP state president Pankaj Chaudhary hit back at Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav's statement, saying it symbolises the opposition's frustration, despair, and political bankruptcy. Without naming Deputy Chief Ministers Keshav Prasad Maurya and Brajesh Pathak, the SP chief on Sunday said, "Today, when the chief minister is on a tour abroad, we are giving them an opportunity to bring 100 MLAs and become chief minister." According to a statement issued from the BJP state headquarters, Chaudhary said, "His statement reflects the opposition's frustration, despair, and political bankruptcy. Samajwadi Party…
(2026-02-23). South Korea urges Russian embassy to remove 'victory' banner as Ukraine war anniversary nears. tribune.com.pk 
South Korea has asked the Russian embassy in Seoul to take down a large banner reading "Victory will be ours", its foreign ministry said, just ahead of this week's fourth anniversary of the start of the war in Ukraine. | The ministry said in a statement on Sunday that it had conveyed its concerns to the embassy without clarifying whether it had received a response. | The roughly 15-metre (49.21 ft) banner, in the colours of the Russian flag and written in Russian, was hung on the embassy's outer wall in central Seoul ahead of the fourth anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine on Tuesday. | The banner remai…
(2026-02-23). 'Learning to be humble meant taming my need to stand out from the group' — a humility scholar explains how he became more grounded. Barret Michalec, Research Associate Professor of Nursing and Health Innovation, Arizona State University 
(2026-02-23). Iranian students protest as US considers possible strikes. newarab.com 
Students held anti-government protests at universities across Iran's capital on Monday, according to witnesses and videos circulating online, in a new sign of unrest as The protests, in which many students expressed support for the exiled crown prince of Iran's long-deposed monarchy,
(2026-02-23). Elusive COVID Justice: Where Are the Prosecutions? globalresearch.ca A year and change into the Golden Age — a deep, and thus far unquenched, thirst for justice among a huge portion of the MAGA base notwithstanding — the administration has prosecuted precisely zero COVID criminals. | What's more, the Department …
(2026-02-23). How can world resist US, China economic coercion? Abraham Newman explains. scmp.com Abraham Newman is an American political scientist and a professor in the School of Foreign Service and Department of Government at Georgetown University. His research focuses on the ways in which economic interdependence and globalisation have transformed international politics. Along with Henry Farrell, he is co-author of the book Underground Empire: How America Weaponised the World Economy, published in 2023. | In this interview, he discusses how the concept of weaponised interdependence has…
(2026-02-23). Ryan Ruby: Wikipedia and the Novel. newleftreview.org Derogatory references to wiki-novels abound in contemporary literary criticism, as authors parade their characters' pseudo-erudition. But might these be signs of an iPhone era 'regime of perception'? Dazzling reconsideration of the relation between the novel and the encyclopaedia, from Sterne and Melville to Rachel Kushner and Sally Rooney.
(2026-02-23). 8 skiers dead after avalanche in U.S. Northern California. ecns.cn Eight skiers have been killed and one remains missing following an avalanche on Tuesday in Nevada County, US Northern California, local authorities said Wednesday.
(2026-02-23). Solar Eclipse February 17, 2026 – Time and List of Cities, Countries to Watch. ummid.com An Annular Solar Eclipse, also called as Ring of Fire, will be witnessed Tuesday February 17, 2026 and will be visible in parts of South Africa, Namibia, Zimbabwe, Tanzania, Argentina, Chile and other countries but not in India, Saudi Arabia and other Asian countries.
(2026-02-23). Private Equity Killed My Thrift Store. inequality.org 
Gol dang it. On top of everything else going on in the world, they had to go and close my thrift store?! The Georgia Avenue Thrift in Washington, D.C.'s Brightwood neighborhood was one of my happy places for more than 20 years. Nothing gave me a reality-escaping retail rush like the killer deals I scored …
(2026-02-23). Gold, silver prices surge in global and local markets. tribune.com.pk 
Gold and silver prices continued their upward trajectory in both international and local markets. | In the international bullion market, the price of gold per ounce rose by $30 to reach $5,138. | Spot gold was up 0.6 per cent at $5,136.22 per ounce by 0729 GMT after hitting its highest level since January 30 earlier in the session. US gold futures for April delivery gained 1.5 per cent to $5,157.50. | Read: Gold, silver prices surge again as local rates hit new highs | In the domestic market, the price of gold per tola increased by Rs3,000 to Rs534,562. | Similarly, the price of 10 grams of gold climbed by Rs2…
(2026-02-23). Supreme Court ruling against Trump tariffs exposes ruling class crisis. wsws.org Friday morning, the United States Supreme Court ruled 6-3 that a 1977 emergency law did not delegate Congressional authority over setting tariffs to the president, revealing sharp divisions among the capitalists and triggering an unprecedented attack on the court and individual justices by Trump.
(2026-02-23). Justice for Guillermo Campaing Action in Front of SF ICE. indybay.org Banners, speeches and music as Justice for Guillermo campaign rallies at 639 Sansome St. (ICE)…
(2026-02-23). Adolfo Pérez Esquivel sends an open letter to Barack Obama, calling for help to stop "global dictator" Donald Trump. radiohc.cu Adolfo Pérez Esquivel has called Donald Trump a "global dictator" and demands an end to his warmongering policies. The Nobel Peace Prize laureate denounced to Barack Obama the siege against Cuba, the kidnapping of Nicolás Maduro, and the genocide in Palestine. | Nobel Peace Prize laureate Adolfo Pérez Esquivel published the open letter to former President Barack Obama denouncing the policies of Donald Trump. In the letter, he called the current U.S. president a "global dictator" and "the number one terrorist." | Pérez Esquivel warned that Washington is pushing the world toward the abyss of nuclear war, breaking w…
(2026-02-23). 15 years after Christchurch earthquake, families still fighting for justice. wsws.org During the 2011 earthquake, 115 people were killed in the poorly constructed CTV building, which breached numerous regulations, yet those responsible for its design have faced no accountability.
(2026-02-23). SIU investigation details level of exploitation of immigration system. sanews.gov.za SIU investigation details level of exploitation of immigration system | The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) has recommended that Home Affairs considers the vetting of all employees of the department as one of the range of measures to address vulnerabilities in the country's immigration system. | The SIU on Monday briefed media on the outcomes of the Home Affairs investigation which was authorised by President Cyril Ramaphosa under Proclamation 154 of 2024. An interim report outlining the outcomes of the investigation has since been submitted to the President. | The investigation has revealed that South Africa's…
(2026-02-23). 13 of family sentenced to life for killing brothers in 2016 over land dispute. devdiscourse.com A local court has sentenced 13 people of the same family to life imprisonment for killing two brothers about 10 years ago in a land dispute, officials said. The court of Additional District and Sessions Judge Vikas Gupta on Monday also imposed a fine of Rs 10.73 lakh, Additional District Government Counsel (ADGC) Deepak Saini told PTI. Saini said that the 13 accused sentenced by the court include four brothers ⚪ Munawar, Mustafa, Sanawar and Staqeem (all sons of Subba). Mustafa's two sons ⚪ Shaukeen and Mohsin ⚪ have also been sentenced. Other convicts sentenced in the case include Anwar, Islam, Gulzar, Jamshe…
(2026-02-23). R16m upgrade revitalises Kelvin Jones wastewater treatment plant. sanews.gov.za R16m upgrade revitalises Kelvin Jones wastewater treatment plant | The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality's commitment to improving water and sanitation infrastructure is bearing fruit with the R16 million refurbishment of the Kelvin Jones Wastewater Treatment Plant in Kariega. | The upgraded facility plays a critical role in supporting major industries within the metro, including multinational companies such as Volkswagen South Africa, Tromberg, Schubert, and several automotive component manufacturers operating in the region. | Over the past three years, the plant suffered damage due to floods and vandalism, which…
(2026-02-23). Rethinking Plastic Recycling Through Bangkok's Urban Margins. uwidata.com By Mehmet Enes Be≈üer In Bangkok, politics of plastic recycling are enacted not in institutional policy arenas or corporate boardrooms but in the urban margins of streets, dumps, canals, and squatter settlements—terrain often ignored in official narratives about sustainability. While Thailand moves to become a regional power in circular economy practice and waste management, the …
(2026-02-23). How to Start Business in Sharjah with Limited Capital. ummid.com Sharjah offers cost-effective licensing options, flexible office solutions, and simplified registration processes — making it an ideal choice for startups and SMEs operating on tight budgets.
(2026-02-23). Rubio's colonial moment in Munich. tribune.com.pk 
The Munich Security Conference has, over the years, developed an unintended reputation. It is not just a venue where policy is discussed, it is a stage on which great powers occasionally drop their diplomatic mask and reveal what they believe the structure of the world should look like. | In 2007, Vladimir Putin used that moment to warn that NATO's steady expansion towards Russia's borders would not be treated indefinitely as a technical matter of alliance management. Many in the hall heard irritation rather than strategy, dismissing it as routine bluster from the disgruntled Russian leader. The consequences o…
(2026-02-23). Cost to rebuild Ukraine surges to $588 billion, World Bank reports. moderndiplomacy.eu Rebuilding Ukraine's economy will require an estimated $588 billion over the next decade, according to a report from the World Bank, United Nations, European Commission, and the Ukrainian government. This estimate, released before the fourth anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion, reflects a 12% increase from the previous year's assessment. This increase is partly due to …
(2026-02-23). Russia's War on Ukraine: Certain Crimes and Possible Punishments. passblue.com 
Tuesday marks the fourth anniversary of Russia's full invasion of Ukraine, on Feb. 24, 2022. The United Nations Security Council will hold a special meeting on Feb. 24, 2026, to commemorate the anniversary. The 11th emergency special session of the General Assembly will also meet on Tuesday to reiterate its call for an end to …
(2026-02-23). Sayyed Al-Houthi: Nation's Only Path to Salvation is to Confront US-Israeli Tyranny. english.almanar.com.lb Sayyed Abdul Malik Badreddine Al-Houthi, the Leader of Yemen's Ansarullah revolutionary group, warned on Sunday that the Muslim nation is being targeted by the US-Israeli tyranny, stressing that the only way out is by confrontation. During a sermon on the fifth night of Ramadan holy month, Sayyed Al-Houthi said the true nature of the nation's …
(2026-02-23). The Court, the Crab, and Cuba. fpif.org According to
(2026-02-23). Cédric Durand: Michel Aglietta. newleftreview.org A tribute to the founder of the Parisian Regulation School of heterodox economics, with its striking combination of elite statistical training, rich conceptualizations and long-range economic history. Michel Aglietta's singular trajectory traced from radicalization in Algeria and 1960s Marxism to studies of China and green modelling.
(2026-02-23). Beyond the Western alliance: Australia's uncertain horizon. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-02-23). Everyone talking about the viral monkey is missing the point — he should be in the wild. thecanary.co 
A baby Macaque monkey in Japan, named Punch, has gone viral for finding comfort in a stuffed monkey after his mother abandoned him. The world has been swooning over him, ignoring however, that monkeys belong in the wild, swinging from trees — not in concrete enclosures for human entertainment. Zoos breed animals, including monkeys, solely […] | By
(2026-02-23). Remembering Dushyant Kumar who imparted a new meaning to Hindi Ghazal. ummid.com Fifty years have passed since the death of Dushyant Kumar (September 1, 1933 — December 30, 1975), his 50th death anniversary can be an opportunity to examine his creativity afresh.
(2026-02-23). New NED Board Member Is Reactionary Kansas Governor Who Left His State in "Carnage and Destruction" covertactionmagazine.com Sam Brownback's right-wing "Kansas experiment" caused huge budget shortfalls and led to draconian service cuts The National Endowment for Democracy (NED) is a CIA offshoot that was founded in the 1980s for the purpose of spreading political propaganda and supporting "civil society" groups in countries targeted by the U.S. for regime change. In late January, …
(2026-02-23). EU's 'Made in Europe' plan stalls as members split on scope. moderndiplomacy.eu The European Commission has postponed the announcement of a policy prioritizing industrial parts and products made in Europe by a week due to disagreements about its geographic scope. The policy, which sets minimum requirements for local parts in projects funded by public money in key sectors like batteries, solar, wind energy, and nuclear power, was …
(2026-02-23). Football matches postponed in Mexico after drug cartel leader killed. aljazeera.com Cancelled games included the seventh round of the Clausura tournament in Mexico's premier MX professional league.
(2026-02-23). Al-Nassr returns as Top Football Club in SPL 2025/26. ummid.com Al-Nassr FC has replaced Al Hilal as top football club in Saudi Pro League (SPL) 2025-26 Table, as per the latest standings released on Sunday February 22, 2026 after MatchWeek23 (MW23).
(2026-02-23). BBC cuts filmmaker's 'Free Palestine' remark from BAFTA speech. newarab.com 
The Davies Jr., who won the BAFTA for outstanding debut by a British writer, director or producer for 'My Father's Shadow', ended his speech at the recorded ceremony by saying: "For Nigeria, for London, Congo, Sudan, free Palestine. Thank you." | "To the economic migrant, the conflict migrant, those under occupation, dictatorship, persec…
(2026-02-23). India AI Summit in mess after Galgotia University's 'Robot Blunder'. ummid.com A massive controversy unfloded at the India AI Impact Summit Wednesday Februray 18, 2026 after Noida based Galgotia University put on display a Chinese Robot claiming it to be an innovation of its students.
(2026-02-23). Colorado has high levels of radon, which can cause lung cancer — here's how to lower your risk. Jan Lowery, Professor of Epidemiology, Colorado School of Public Health, University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus 
(2026-02-23). Zimbabwe welcomes EU's easing of travel bans, asset freezes. ecns.cn Zimbabwe welcomes the European Union's (EU) decision to remove all remaining sanctions related to travel bans and asset freezes, Foreign Affairs and International Trade Minister Amon Murwira has said.
(2026-02-23). Wave of Nightly Abductions: Dozens of Palestinians Arrested in Israeli Sweeping West Bank Crackdown. english.almanar.com.lb In a large-scale military operation that stretched from Sunday night into Monday morning, Israeli occupation forces (IOF) stormed multiple cities across the occupied West Bank, ransacking homes and detaining a significant number of Palestinian citizens. Israeli occupation forces abduct a Palestinian youth during an incursion into the town of Ya'bad, north of the occupied West …
(2026-02-23). Belarus PM arrives in Uzbekistan on official visit. eng.belta.by Tomorrow Tashkent will host the fourth meeting of the Uzbekistan-Belarus Business Council, and also the Uzbekistan-Belarus Business Forum.
(2026-02-23). Itikaf 2026 at Haramain: Where and How to Register. ummid.com The General Presidency for the Affairs of the Two Holy Mosques has started from Friday Ramadan 03, 1447 AH corresponding to February 20, 2026, online registration for the prospective worshipers intending to perform Itikaf at the Grand Mosque in Makkah and The Prophet's Mosque, Masjid e Nabawi.
(2026-02-23). PM Shehbaz to undertake 2-day Doha visit to explore new avenues of cooperation with Qatar: FO. dawn.com Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday will depart on a two-day official visit to Doha, where he will meet the Qatari emir, the Foreign Office (FO) said. | The visit is being undertaken at the invitation of Qatar's Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, the FO said in a During his visit, PM Shehbaz will hold a bilateral meeting with Sheikh Tamim, "covering the entire spectrum of bilateral relations, including political engagement, economic collaboration, energy partnership, and people-to-…
(2026-02-23). How to stop conscription: German IYSSE meeting discusses a socialist perspective against war and militarism. wsws.org This suppression of socialist ideas serves to channel the explosive potential of youth into mere harmless appeals to politicians, while the ruling class prepares an entire generation for war.
(2026-02-23). Philippine Officials Reassert Sovereignty on Thitu Amid South China Sea Tensions. moderndiplomacy.eu A recent visit by Philippine officials to Thitu Island, the country's largest outpost in the contested Spratly archipelago, has underscored the intensifying pressures in the South China Sea. As the Philippine Coast Guard plane descended, passengers received a startling notification: "Welcome to CHINA." Among those on board were Senator Risa Hontiveros and Coast Guard spokesperson …
(2026-02-23). PM Shehbaz to visit Qatar Feb 23—24 for talks with Amir Sheikh Tamim. tribune.com.pk 
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will undertake an official visit to Qatar from February 23 to 24 at the invitation of Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, the Foreign Office said on Sunday. | The prime minister will be accompanied by Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, along with other ministers and senior officials. | According to the Foreign Office spokesperson, the visit reflects the deep-rooted fraternal ties between the two countries and underscores their shared commitment to further strengthening multifaceted cooperation. | üîäPR No.5Ô∏è‚&E…
(2026-02-23). Kamil Khan exits Sialkot Stallionz. tribune.com.pk 
Kamil Khan has stepped away from Sialkot Stallionz, adding to the uncertainty surrounding the Pakistan Super League (PSL) side amid a major ownership transition. | In a statement posted on social media, Khan said he joined the Stallionz leadership "out of deep love for Pakistan cricket" and took responsibility for the franchise's cricketing operations. During his short tenure, he highlighted what he described as significant early progress, including the signing of Australian star Steve Smith, the appointment of former Australia captain Tim Paine, and a commercial partnership with sportswear brand New Balance.
(2026-02-23). Illegal Orders and the Criminals Who Give Them. counterpunch.org The president and secretary of defense have failed in their effort to see to the execution of six members of Congress after the lawmakers had the nerve to urge members of the U.S. military to refuse illegal orders, in other words, to obey the law. The six Democrats — House members Jason Crow of Colo.,
(2026-02-23). Bottom-up budgeting: a path to public sector efficiency. onlineopinion.com.au Most governments in the western democracies are facing a dilemma — how to rein in spending without losing voter support.
(2026-02-23). Hong Kong court rejects appeal in landmark subversion case. aljazeera.com Appellants were among 45 opposition figures sentenced to prison in 2024 for organising an unofficial primary election.
(2026-02-23). With New Policy, DHS Sets Its Sights on Incarcerating Up to 100,000 Refugees. truthout.org Anahita Panahi has spent the last year trying to put out fires set by Trump 2.0. Panahi, who leads the refugee and asylee advocacy work at the California-based Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights Los Angeles, has gotten used to public policies that are gratuitously cruel toward immigrants. She has spent months now navigating extreme interpretations of provisions in the federal code to make… |
(2026-02-23). US orders non-essential diplomats to leave Lebanon amid tensions. newarab.com 
(2026-02-23). Lula defends Global South unity to break colonial dependence. radiohc.cu President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva defended the unity of the Global South this Sunday, February 22, to transform the world economy. Before traveling to South Korea, he stated that developing nations must negotiate as a bloc with the superpowers to avoid losses. | According to Lula, the world maintains a technological and economic colonial logic that can only be broken through cooperation between countries with similar challenges. | Lula emphasized that the BRICS are fundamental to making this new economic order viable. He affirmed that the group is no longer marginalized and now has its own tools, such as its ba…
(2026-02-23). Trump administration axed nutrition education program that saved more money than it cost, even as government encourages healthier eating. Diane Cress, Associate Professor of Nutrition and Food Science, Wayne State University 
(2026-02-23). Trump Lashes Out & Attacks Justices After Supreme Court Limits His Power to Impose Tariffs. democracynow.org 
The Supreme Court struck down President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs on Friday in a 6-3 vote. The justices ruled that the tariffs — which were imposed by a series of executive orders — exceeded presidential powers under a 1977 law that gives the president authority to regulate commerce only in the case of international emergencies. The ruling takes away a "leverage power tool by Trump," says Lori Wallach, director of the Rethink Trade program at the American Economic Liberties Project. "He's furious about it, because a court that's been otherwise willing to expand his authority endlessl…
(2026-02-23). Social Climate Colonialism: The Empire's New Siege. dissidentvoice.org Invocation The climate crisis is not a neutral storm. It is not an unfortunate accident of weather or a tragic twist of fate. It is the latest battlefield of empire — a slow, suffocating siege in which the Global South pays for the pollution of the Global North. Rising seas, burning forests, collapsing harvests, and …
(2026-02-23). Ogra seeks input on dollarised return for oil project. dawn.com • $432m Pak-Azerbaijan pipeline to include SOCAR, FWO and PSO | • Public hearing set for March 2 on payback, transport-cost impact | • ECC earlier cleared project at $300m; ministries objected to dollar-based returns | ISLAMABAD: Amid alerts already raised by two key federal ministries, the Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (Ogra) has invited expert and public opinion on a rather quick and upfront four-year payback period for a $432 million government-to-government inve ≠stment bet ≠ween state-owned entities of Pakistan and Azerbaijan in the oil sector.
(2026-02-23). Protesters in Dublin denounce blockade against Cuba and Palestine. radiohc.cu Hundreds of people demonstrated on Sunday in Dublin. The protest was called by the Communist Party of Ireland, in support of Palestine and Cuba. | According to the official website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Minrex), the march denounced the blockade imposed by the United States against Cuba since 1962 and the recent restrictions on its oil imports, following the executive order signed on January 29 by President Donald Trump. | The article describes how, during the day, participants carried Palestinian, Cuban, and Irish flags as a symbol of solidarity with both peoples. The organizers emphasized that the…
(2026-02-23). Iraq and Chevron signs deals to develop oil fields. newarab.com 
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(2026-02-23). Sunday Science: How Microbes Got Their Crawl. portside.org Sunday Science: How Microbes Got Their Crawl |
(2026-02-23). Emergency Call to Action for Iran. wibailoutpeople.org 
Click here to endorse the call to actions The United States has amassed a huge military presence around Iran, including an aircraft carrier group, fighter jets, and drones indicating that war is imminent. The United National Antiwar Coalition (UNAC) is calling for popular resistance to these criminal and illegal U.S. threats to take place throughout …
(2026-02-23). The ICRC activities in Russia and Belarus, 2025. icrc.org Facts and Figures…
(2026-02-23). Ukraine's Zelensky says he believes Putin has started World War III. scmp.com Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that he believes that Russian President Vladimir Putin "has already begun" World War III, in an interview with British broadcaster BBC. | Speaking in Kyiv over the weekend ahead of the fourth anniversary of the conflict between Russia and Ukraine on Tuesday, Zelensky said that his view of the conflict was different from that of US President Donald Trump.
(2026-02-23). Lukashenko: Army and security forces are guarantee of peace and stability. eng.belta.by "I will add that without an army, without the security forces guarding law and order, we will have nothing at all, including no country," Aleksandr Lukashenko said.
(2026-02-23). UK tightens border rules for dual nationals. dawn.com LONDON: Thousands of dual British nationals risk being denied boarding on flights, ferries and trains to the United Kingdom from Feb 25, unless they carry a valid British passport as new border controls come into force this week. | The change confirmed by the UK Home Office means British citizens who also hold another nationality will be required to present a British passport when travelling to the UK. Those without one must apply for a "certificate of entitlement" attac ≠hed to their non-British passport at a cost of £589. | The measure is part of a broader overhaul of UK border systems requiring most t…
(2026-02-23). Between Partnership and Pressure: Is the U.S. Agreement Limiting India's Sovereign Choices? globalresearch.ca The framework trade agreement concluded in February 2026 between India and the United States, which was formally intended to liberalise bilateral trade, has sparked an intense debate within India. Opposition parties, industry experts and farmers' organisations view the terms of …
(2026-02-23). Where Jokes Land You in Jail and Killers Celebrated. ummid.com When laughter is patrolled and policed, what follows is not respect but fear.
(2026-02-23). Xi congratulates Kim on election as general secretary of Workers' Party of Korea. ecns.cn General Secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee Xi Jinping on Monday congratulated Kim Jong Un on his election as the general secretary of the Workers' Party of Korea of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea.
(2026-02-23). New York City mayor Mamdani issues travel ban amid storm. independent.co.ug 
NEW YORK, the United States | Xinhua | New York City (NYC) Mayor Zohran Mamdani on Sunday declared a state of emergency and issued a travel ban as a winter storm hit the region, causing hundreds of flight cancellations. The travel ban is effective from 9 p.m. (0200 GMT) Sunday to 12 p.m. (1700 GMT) …
(2026-02-23). Israel Is Expanding Control in West Bank Under Guise of "Heritage Preservation" scheerpost.com By Theia Chatelle for Truthout Ramallah — On February 8, the Cabinet of Israel approved a slew of changes to further undermine Palestinian self-rule in the West Bank. While still awaiting final approval by the Knesset, the changes, according to a statement released by Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich, "will continue to bury the idea of a Palestinian state." Under the Oslo …
(2026-02-23). History: Adolph Hitler was Financed by Wall Street, the U.S. Federal Reserve and the Bank of England. globalresearch.ca Numerous U.S. conglomerates invested in Nazi Germany's arms industry. "Both GM and Ford went along with the conversion of their German plants to military production" (WP)…
(2026-02-23). Newtown Public Library WHYY Present: The Librarians. whyy.org Librarians across the U.S. examine how restrictions on library content are shaping communities.
(2026-02-23). Tech Firm Spars with Pentagon over Unchecked Use of AI in Warfare, Surveillance. globalresearch.ca As the political West's militaries …
(2026-02-23). Rawalpindi franchise unveils name ahead of PSL 11. tribune.com.pk 
The Rawalpindi-based franchise for the Pakistan Super League has been officially renamed Pindiz, signalling a fresh start for the side ahead of PSL 11, scheduled to run from 26 March to 3 May. | The new identity was unveiled on Sunday through a short promotional video released by the franchise, which has recently been acquired by Walee Technologies for Rs 2.45 billion. | The 25-second clip highlighted Rawalpindi's iconic landmarks, paired with upbeat music, as the franchise looked to establish a strong local connection and a bold new image. | üö® Team Rawalpindi's official franchise name…
(2026-02-23). Bad news on Australia's economy at last — thank goodness! independentaustralia.net 
(2026-02-23). Israel designates five Palestinian media outlets as 'terrorist'. newarab.com 
Israel has designated five Palestinian media outlets as "terrorist" entities, alleging the platforms have links to Hamas in the latest targeting of the press. | Defence Minister These outlets were focused mainly on coverage of occupied East Jerusalem, where Israel is continuing…
(2026-02-23). Lukashenko presents shoulder straps to senior officers. eng.belta.by Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko has presented general's shoulder straps to high-ranking officers in a solemn ceremony in the Palace of Independence in Minsk on 23 February.
(2026-02-23). What does the Supreme Court ruling mean for Trump's tariff regime. ecns.cn Without specifying the legal consequences the Trump administration could face, what does the Supreme Court ruling mean for the future of Trump's tariff regime?
(2026-02-23). Trump denies top US officer warned of Iran strike risks. al-monitor.com President Donald Trump on Monday denied reports that the top US military officer had flagged the risks of a major operation against Iran, saying Washington would "easily" beat Tehran in any war.US media reported that General Dan Caine, the chairman of the joint chiefs of staff, had warned of various risks associated with strikes against Iran including a long-term entanglement.But Trump said on his Truth Social network that it was "100 percent incorrect" that Caine was "against us going to war with Iran."
(2026-02-23). Winter Olympics 2026 closes after setting 'a new standard for future'. aljazeera.com Italy's record medal haul crowns Milano Cortina Winter Olympics as Verona hosts a music-filled farewell.
(2026-02-23). Hungary Threatens to Veto EU Sanctions and Ukraine Aid. moderndiplomacy.eu Hungary signaled it will block the European Union's latest sanctions package against Russia and a proposed ‚Ǩ90-billion loan for Ukraine, deepening divisions within the bloc on the eve of the fourth anniversary of Moscow's full-scale invasion. As EU foreign ministers gathered in Brussels, Budapest hardened its stance amid a dispute over a prolonged outage of …
(2026-02-23). Security forces kill five terrorists, including suicide bomber, during IBO in Balochistan's Pishin: ISPR. dawn.com Security forces killed five terrorists, including a suicide bomber, during an intelligence-based operation (IBO) in Balochistan's Pishin district, said a statement by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) on Monday. | The military's media wing said the terrorist tashkeel (formation) was engaged with multiple weapons. "After an intense fire exchange, suicide bomber Kharji cowardly blew himself up and four other Indian sponsored Khwarij were hunted down and sent to hell." | Weapons, ammunition, and explosives were recovered from the killed terrorists, said the ISPR, and added that the militants were "actively…
(2026-02-23). Nic Johnson: What The Thunder Said. newleftreview.org Nic Johnson on Melinda Cooper, Counterrevolution. Neoliberalism as programme to head off the radical potential of the Keynesian state.
(2026-02-23). How I reclaimed my life after 18 years in Israeli prison. newarab.com 
After 18 years, or 6,573 days, I was released from Everyone around me moved with confidence, picking what they wanted, looking at smartphones that did not exist when I entered prison. My head spun, I felt anxiety, fear, and tension. I told myself to escape. I took a de…
(2026-02-23). "Mobilize Everybody" : Minneapolis Organizers Share Lessons From Their Struggle. truthout.org Official narratives can be deceiving, and that is especially true in this political moment. The Department of Homeland Security has declared that fewer than 500 federal immigration agents are currently deployed in Minnesota, after announcing that its monthslong assault on Minneapolis and surrounding areas, dubbed Operation Metro Surge, was coming to an end. But as Francis, an organizer with the… |
(2026-02-23). Reclaiming a Disposable Planet. counterpunch.org 
Hey, want to read a poem with me? Warning: It opens several disturbing doors, the least disturbing of which is the "crazy old coot" part, i.e., me. Once you start getting lost in the paradoxes of life, you need to watch out. They could start coming after you. But more disturbing is the paradox itself,
(2026-02-23). Namo Bharat RRTS crosses 1 lakh riders on first full day after launch. devdiscourse.com "Bharat Mata ki Jai" echoed inside the coaches as commuters thronged the Namo Bharat Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) on its first full day of operations, with the NCRTC on Monday recording its highest-ever ridership, which crossed the 1 lakh mark. This came a day after Prime Minister Narendra Modi formally inaugurated the complete 82-km Delhi-Meerut corridor and the new Meerut Metro link, marking the first full day of commercial services on the entire stretch. National Capital Region Transport Corporation had earlier said, "On Monday, with the last train scheduled to depart at 10 pm, NCRTC expects the total…
(2026-02-23). Over 3,000 Eritrean refugees held, tortured in Egypt: NGO. newarab.com 
More than 3,000 Led since 1993 by President Isaias Afwerki, who has never held an election, its citizens face indefinite military service that leads many…
(2026-02-23). Maharashtra HSC 2026: Chemistry Paper Leaked in Nagpur. ummid.com The Chemistry Paper of the ongoing Maharashtra HSC or Class 12th 2026 board exam has been leaked and circulated online, reports said.
(2026-02-23). China's manufacturing digital drive reaches mass adoption stage. ecns.cn China's digital push in the manufacturing sector has entered a stage of broad-based adoption, with the vast majority of large industrial enterprises implementing digital upgrades, a report said.
(2026-02-23). Punishing Language: Queensland's Antisemitism Bill. counterpunch.org 
In a feat of enterprising delusion and sinister suppression, Australia's second largest state has decided to deal with what it regards as an antisemitic problem. After last December's attacks on Sydney's Bondi Beach by two gunmen on attendees of a Hanukkah event that left 15 people dead, it has become modish to insist that a blight
(2026-02-23). 'Defeat Is Certain for Them': Iran Army Chief Dismisses Enemy 'Invincibility' as US Warships Deploy. english.almanar.com.lb The Iranian Army's chief commander has derided the enemies' claim of invincibility, saying they did not expect the country to display such steadfastness in the face of their significant regional military buildup. "The enemies claim they are invincible, but this is a false claim," Major General Amir Hatami said during a graduation ceremony at the …
(2026-02-23). The fall of Andrew Mountbatten: More Brooke Bond than James Bond. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-02-23). Iraq's Maliki defends PM candidacy, seeks to reassure US. newarab.com 
(2026-02-23). A Chinese Ramadan: This year, Ramadan meets the Lunar New Year>. newarab.com 
In a rare event, this year, the The two occasions will be celebrated together for the first time in decades. This is taking place in a country that includes many ethnic groups. Most notable are the Han ethnic group, which comprises the majority of China's population, and the Hui ethnic…
(2026-02-23). SANDF deployment a measured decision, says President. sanews.gov.za SANDF deployment a measured decision, says President | President Cyril Ramaphosa has moved to assure the nation that the deployment of the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) within the country, was done with good reason. ⚪ The President addressed the nation through his weekly newsletter following the commemoration of
(2026-02-23). "Collective West" Stumbles into the 21st Century, Tripped by Trump. dissidentvoice.org 
Interview by: Hassan Salman Canadian researcher Eric Walberg (left) stated that US President Donald Trump's disregard for all diplomatic protocols and his indiscriminate insults directed at allies and adversaries alike are pushing the world to boycott the United States and seek new partners elsewhere. In an exclusive interview with Al-Quds Al-Arabi, he also asserted that …
(2026-02-23). One Battle After Another triumphs at UK's BAFTA film awards. aljazeera.com The offbeat thriller has won six BAFTAs, including best film and best director for Paul Thomas Anderson.
(2026-02-23). EU seeks US compliance as tariffs rise. tribune.com.pk 
The European Commission called Sunday for Washington to abide by the terms of the trade deal struck last year with the EU, as President Donald Trump announced new global tariff hikes a day after an adverse Supreme Court ruling. | "A deal is a deal," said a commission statement. | "As the United States' largest trading partner, the EU expects the US to honour its commitments set out in the Joint Statement — just as the EU stands by its commitments," it added. | "The European Commission requests full clarity on the steps the United States intends to take following the recent Supreme Court ruling on the Int…
(2026-02-23). Nation's oldest hospital in Philadelphia will turn its original building into a museum to mark America's 250th birthday. whyy.org 
(2026-02-23). Thailand: Conviction and prison sentences of four prominent pro-democracy activists on lèse-majesté charges. fidh.org THA 003 / 0625 / OBS 35.1 Conviction / Sentence / Judicial harassment / Restriction to freedom of movement/ Restriction to freedom of expression/ Restriction to peaceful assembly Thailand 20 February 2026
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(2026-02-23). What is the future of Temporary Protected Status in the US. newarab.com 
Since taking office, Some of his most vocal threats have been to TPS holders from Michigan's Somali community, calling them garbage multiple times, and Ohio's Haitian community, accusing them of eating house pets during his last presidential campaign. | The US government grants TPS to those already in the US from countri…
(2026-02-23). Saudi Arabia Picks Syria as the New Transit State for the East-to-Mediterranean Data Corridor. globalresearch.ca Saudi Arabia has planned to designate Syria as the primary transit country for the
(2026-02-23). Nepal bus crash kills 19, including British tourist. geo.tv 
(2026-02-23). US STOCKS-Wall Street tumbles; weighed by software, financials amid revived global tariff angst. devdiscourse.com Wall Street stocks tumbled on ‚ÄåMonday, led by losses in software and financial shares, as markets were once again plunged into the fog of tariff uncertainty following Friday's Supreme Court ruling against U.S. President Donald Trump's sweeping levies on imported goods, which prompted a fresh round of trade threats from the president. A broad, decisive selloff sent all three ‚Äåmajor U.S. stock indexes sharply lower as risk appetite was dampened by a return to Trump's erratic statements on trade policy, which fueled much of the market volatility during the f…
(2026-02-23). Friday 2/20: Justice for Guillermo Campaign – Stop the deportations, free Guillermo now! indybay.org 630 Sansome St, San Francisco, CA 94111…
(2026-02-23). Acting President Delcy Rodríguez Calls for Wide Participation in March 8 Communal Popular Consultation. orinocotribune.com Caracas ( During a tour of the Socialist Commune North Zone of the Altagracia parish in Caracas, where a g…
(2026-02-23). New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani orders citywide shutdown as snowstorm hits. aljazeera.com The city's entire traffic network is shut down except for emergency travel as a severe snowstorm hits northeast US.
(2026-02-23). Supreme Court rules against Trump's emergency tariffs — but leaves key questions unanswered. Kent Jones, Professor Emeritus, Economics, Babson College 
(2026-02-23). Mifepristone Lawsuit Could Jeopardize National Access to Telehealth Abortion. truthout.org A hearing is set for Tuesday in a federal lawsuit led by Louisiana seeking to further restrict access to mifepristone by asking the courts to stop abortion pills from being mailed across the country. The Department of Justice has argued plaintiffs lack standing to bring the case and asked the judge to halt legal proceedings until the Food and Drug Administration wraps up a review of the… |
(2026-02-23). These events at Berlinale 2026 revealed truth is impossible to ignore. ummid.com The debate at Berlinale 2026 ultimately reanimates a familiar philosophical polarity: aesthetic autonomy versus ethical engagement.
(2026-02-23). Turkey to repatriate its ISIS fighters from Iraq as jihadis escalate Syria attacks. al-monitor.com Ankara will repatriate its nationals from among thousands of fighters transferred from Syria, Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein said.
(2026-02-23). Lukashenko: Strong army has always been the guarantee of Belarus' peaceful future. eng.belta.by Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko has extended greetings to his fellow citizens, veterans, and military personnel as the country celebrates the Day of Fatherland Defenders and the Armed Forces.
(2026-02-23). "Not worried" : Reactions as Maharashtra annuls 5% Muslim Quota. ummid.com Commenting on the BJP-led Mahayuti government's decision to scrap the 5% reservation granted to Muslims, AIMIM Maharashtra President and former MP, Imtiaz Jaleel, said the decision will not have any impact on the community.
(2026-02-23). Tourette's Tic Blamed For N-Word Hurled At Michael B. Jordan And Delroy Lindo At BAFTA Film Awards. newsone.com 
Source: Stuart Wilson/BAFTA / Getty | Sometimes the most dangerous thing in the room isn't the racist slur. It's the audacity to tell Black folks we didn't hear what we heard, and to demand that we understand it before we're allowed to feel it. | At this year's BAFTA Awards, that dynamic detonated in plain sight when John Davidson, the real-life inspiration behind the film I Swear, Davidson,…
(2026-02-23). "Sell America" Panic: Markets Plunge Amid Trump's Tariff Chaos. moderndiplomacy.eu U.S. trade policy uncertainty has sent shockwaves through global markets, as President Donald Trump moved to impose a 15% tariff following the Supreme Court of the United States ruling invalidating his emergency trade levies. Investors reacted quickly, rotating out of risk assets and the dollar, while seeking shelter in gold, silver, and safe-haven currencies. The …
(2026-02-23). UK court postpones trial of pro-Palestine protest leaders. newarab.com 
A This comes after the defence received "an interminable blizzard" of new evidence from the Crown Prosecution Service, comprising 800 pages of documents, which the defence argued meant they could not be ready to start…
(2026-02-23). Wednesday 3/4: Together We Declare May Day: Join in Organizing for No Kings 3 & May 1st. indybay.org Virtual event – join from anywhere…
(2026-02-23). At least 25 soldiers dead in attacks after raid on Mexico's most wanted cartel leader. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-02-23). Texas' one-of-a-kind concentration camp for children and families. therealnews.com 
Hundreds of children are currently incarcerated at the South Texas Family Residential Center in Dilley, TX, and the stories leaking out to the public about the conditions inside are shocking. We speak with Stephanie Koithan, journalist and digital content editor of the San Antonio Current. | Additional links/info: | Stephanie Koithan, San Antonio Current, " Stephanie Koithan, San Antonio Current,…
(2026-02-23). Momina Iqbal's 'Maryam Nawaz for Karachi' remark goes viral. tribune.com.pk 
A video clip of Pakistani actress Momina Iqbal speaking about Karachi is rapidly circulating on social media, in which she expresses her wish for Maryam Nawaz's presence in the city to help bring improvement. | During a show, she said, "Right now, by the grace of God, the situation in Punjab is quite good." | In the clip, Momina adds that a lot of good work is currently being done in Punjab and that conditions there are much better. Host Faisal Qureshi responded, "So say something for the people of Karachi as well?" | View this post on Instagram | The actress replied that she had already raised the issue, sayi…
(2026-02-23). ICRC President: Respect for international humanitarian law preserves pathways back to peace. icrc.org Speech given by Mirjana Spoljaric, President of the International Committee of the Red Cross: Maastricht Die Natalis — Honorary Doctorate Ceremony…
(2026-02-23). Concern raised on police officers facing criminal charges. sanews.gov.za Concern raised on police officers facing criminal charges | The Gauteng Provincial Legislature's Portfolio Committee on Community Safety has expressed concern about the disclosure that at least 97 members of the South African Police Service (SAPS) have been accused of sexual violence or rape nationally. | The figures are drawn from the 2024/25 Annual Report of the Independent Police Investigative Directorate (IPID). | "The committee is gravely concerned that police officers, constitutionally mandated to protect communities, particularly women, children and other vulnerable groups, are themselves allegedly implica…
(2026-02-23). Wednesday 2/25: Earth's Greatest Enemy: Conversation and Strategy with Abby Martin. indybay.org Zoom | www.codepink.org/egeconvo…
(2026-02-23). Ciclista cubana conquista primer podio del año en Clásica de Almería. radiohc.cu La ciclista cubana Arlenis Sierra, del equipo Movistar, aseguró este domingo el segundo lugar en el IV Clásico de Almería, España, el primer podio en 2026 tras su reaparición en esta temporada luego de una pausa por maternidad. | La muchacha, natural de Manzanillo, en el oriente de Cuba, llegó a la meta en el lote de vanguardia y tuvo que imponer su embalaje para cruzar solo detrás de la titular europea sub-23, Federica Venturelli (UAE Team ADQ) con el mismo tiempo de la italiana (3: 11: 47) en los 118.8 kilómetros. | Con este desempeño sumó 170 puntos en dicha carrera, categoría ProSeries, al ranking del circuito…
(2026-02-23). Trump evalúa sus poderes tras el fallo del Tribunal Supremo de EEUU sobre los aranceles. cubadebate.cu Trump desafía a la Corte Suprema y anuncia nuevos aranceles del 10% tras el revés. El fallo del Supremo pretendía fijar límites claros al poder comercial del Ejecutivo. El pulso entre la presidencia, los tribunales y el comercio global se intensifica. Con nuevas investigaciones en marcha, la política comercial estadounidense entra en una etapa de mayor complejidad.
(2026-02-23). Cuba triunfó ante Nicaragua rumbo al Clásico Mundial de Béisbol. radiohc.cu La selección cubana de béisbol derrotó este domingo 3-1 a Nicaragua en el estadio Rigoberto López Pérez, de la ciudad nicaragàºense de León, durante el segundo partido preparatorio con vistas al Clásico Mundial (5 al 17 de marzo de 2026). | Luego del empate a dos carreras en el primer duelo de la serie amistosa, pactada a cuatro encuentros, los dirigidos por Germán Mesa apelaron a su pitcheo para doblegar a los pinoleros y continuar ajustando engranajes de cara al exigente compromiso internacional que se aproxima.El zurdo Darío Sarduy mantuvo en silencio a los nicas durante cuatro entradas, Randy Cueto colgó…
(2026-02-23). Cuba triunfó ante Nicaragua rumbo al Clásico Mundial de Béisbol. radiohc.cu La selección cubana de béisbol derrotó este domingo 3-1 a Nicaragua en el estadio Rigoberto López Pérez, de la ciudad nicaragàºense de León, durante el segundo partido preparatorio con vistas al Clásico Mundial (5 al 17 de marzo de 2026). | Luego del empate a dos carreras en el primer duelo de la serie amistosa, pactada a cuatro encuentros, los dirigidos por Germán Mesa apelaron a su pitcheo para doblegar a los pinoleros y continuar ajustando engranajes de cara al exigente compromiso internacional que se aproxima.El zurdo Darío Sarduy mantuvo en silencio a los nicas durante cuatro entradas, Randy Cueto colgó…
(2026-02-23). México: Confirman muerte del líder del Cártel Jalisco Nueva Generación. radiohc.cu 
La Secretaría de la Defensa Nacional de México confirmó oficialmente la muerte de Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, alias 'El Mencho', líder del Cártel Jalisco Nueva Generación (CJNG), en Tapalpa, Jalisco. | Se informa que, durante la operación, los militares mexicanos fueron atacados, por lo que, en defensa propia, repelieron la agresión, la cual culminó con cuatro integrantes del cártel fallecidos y tres heridos de gravedad, quienes murieron durante su traslado a la Ciudad de México; entre ellos se encontraba 'El Mencho'.Además de lo anterior, fueron detenidos otros dos integrantes de esta organización delictiva y fu…
(2026-02-23). Barrio Obrero: Un día de comunidad, arte y autonomía. cubadebate.cu El Barrio Obrero, en San Miguel del Padrón, vivió este domingo una jornada que unió salud, cultura y empoderamiento, organizada con el acompañamiento de la Federación de Mujeres Cubanas (FMC) del territorio. La mañana comenzó con un gesto de cuidado: vecinas y vecinos se realizaron exámenes de la vista y recibieron espejuelos, acercando la salud visual a la comunidad.
(2026-02-23). Cuba triunfa ante Nicaragua rumbo al Clásico Mundial. cubadebate.cu La selección cubana de béisbol derrotó este domingo 3-1 a Nicaragua en el estadio Rigoberto López Pérez, durante el segundo partido preparatorio con vistas al Clásico Mundial. Luego del empate a dos carreras en el primer duelo de la serie amistosa, pactada a cuatro encuentros, los dirigidos por Germán Mesa apelaron a su pitcheo para doblegar a los pinoleros.
(2026-02-23). Vigilancia máxima en el sur de Italia: Estrómboli registra intensa actividad efusiva. cubadebate.cu El volcán Estrómboli, uno de los más activos de Italia, inició una nueva fase eruptiva en el sur del país. Desde la zona norte del cráter se registró una potente explosión. El fenómeno es monitoreado de forma permanente por el Instituto Nacional de Geofísica y Vulcanología (INGV).
(2026-02-23). Pilotos ocidentais lutam na Ucrânia. globalresearch.ca A participaàßà£o dos países da OTAN no conflito ucraniano tem se intensificado desde 2022. Os países ocidentais enviam abertamente ajuda militar e financeira ao regime de Kiev, além de grupos de assistência técnica especializada para operar alguns equipamentos militares avanàßados, …
(2026-02-23). Intelectuales mexicanos envían carta abierta en apoyo a Cuba. cubadebate.cu Integrantes del Capítulo Mexicano de la Red de Intelectuales y Artistas en Defensa de la Humanidad (REDH) dirigieron una carta abierta a intelectuales, artistas, académicos y estudiantes universitarios de Estados Unidos, en respaldo a Cuba frente al bloqueo económico, comercial, y financiero, agravado por el cerco energético impuesto por el Gobierno de ese país.
(2026-02-23). Europa, en la búsqueda de un espacio en el tablero mundial. cubadebate.cu La proximidad del final de la guerra en Ucrania, como consecuencia de la derrota militar de la OTAN, a manos del ejército ruso, abre muchas interrogantes, en especial para Europa: comenzando por las repercusiones de añejos problemas por tierras polacas y húngaras en la actual Ucrania.
(2026-02-23). Agents for the Rothschilds. globalresearch.ca In 2016, the publisher De Gruyter released an essay by Rainer Liedtke titled "Agents for the Rothschilds: A Nineteenth-Century Information Network[1]." | Drawing on the Rothschild Archive London — correspondence from over one hundred business agents working for the various …
(2026-02-23). Barcelona back top of La Liga with Levante win. tribune.com.pk 
Barcelona cruised to a 3-0 victory over Levante to reclaim pole position in La Liga on Sunday. | After Real Madrid fell to a 2-1 defeat at Osasuna on Saturday, Hansi Flick's side moved a point clear of their bitter rivals with a comfortable victory at Camp Nou against the team in 19th. | Marc Bernal and Frenkie de Jong gave Barca a commanding first-half lead and Fermin Lopez wrapped up the win with a sensational drive late on. | Barcelona were glad to get back to winning ways after a 4-0 thrashing by Atletico Madrid in the Copa del Rey semi-final first leg last week and then a 2-1 defeat by Girona on Monday in…
(2026-02-23). Escritores y artistas en Cuba en defensa de la patria y por un Arte Fiel. radiohc.cu La presidenta de la Unión de Escritores y Artistas de Cuba (Uneac), Marta Bonet afirmó que permanecer al lado de las causas justas y defender al país de la agresión estadounidense que en los últimos tiempos ha cobrado mayor fuerza, es un deber y una responsabilidad de esa organización. | En declaraciones a la televisión nacional, compartió detalles sobre la campaña Arte Fiel, en homenaje al centenario del Comandante en Jefe Fidel Castro Ruz (1926-2016) y a los 65 años de la Uneac y del discurso Palabras a los intelectuales. | Recientemente, la organización hizo un llamado a los artistas e intelectuales del mundo…
(2026-02-23). Toque de queda en Nueva York ante llegada de poderosa tormenta invernal. cubadebate.cu El alcalde de Nueva York, Zohran Mamdani, ordenó el domingo la prohibición de viajar y el cierre del tráfico de la ciudad ante la inminente tormenta de nieve que azotará el noreste de Estados Unidos. La prohibición no afectará a los trabajadores esenciales ni a los neoyorquinos que necesiten viajar por emergencias.
(2026-02-23). Sheinbaum reconoce a las Fuerzas Armadas tras captura de "El Mencho" cubadebate.cu La presidenta de México, Claudia Sheinbaum, resaltó el operativo realizado por las Fuerzas Armadas nacionales para arrestar a Nemesio Oseguera, alias Mencho, dirigente del Cártel Jalisco Nueva Generación (CJNG). "Trabajamos todos los días por la paz, la seguridad, la justicia y el bienestar de México", indicó en redes sociales.
(2026-02-23). Periodistas búlgaros llaman a enviar ayuda humanitaria a Cuba. cubadebate.cu La Unión de Periodistas Búlgaros y la Asociación de Periodistas Hispanohablantes de Bulgaria emitieron un llamamiento público a las autoridades de su país para solicitar el envío de ayuda humanitaria a Cuba, ante las consecuencias del recrudecimiento del bloqueo económico, comercial y financiero de Estados Unidos y en particular del bloqueo petrolero.
(2026-02-23). Probability underlies much of the modern world — an engineering professor explains how it actually works. Zachary del Rosario, Assistant Professor of Engineering, Olin College of Engineering 
(2026-02-23). María Haro Sly: Sprawl as Subject. newleftreview.org María Haro Sly on Carlos Pagni, El Nudo. The Buenos Aires periphery as a political subject, from the early workers' movement to Javier Milei.
(2026-02-23). María Haro Sly: Sprawl as Subject. newleftreview.org María Haro Sly on Carlos Pagni, El Nudo. The Buenos Aires periphery as a political subject, from the early workers' movement to Javier Milei.
(2026-02-23). Saturday 2/28: Lecture 5: Palestinian Palestine During the Mandate. indybay.org North Berkeley Library, Meeting Room | 1170 The Alameda, Berkeley…
(2026-02-23). Who is El Mencho? Cartel leader killed, causing chaos in Mexico. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – During the past few hours, dozens of videos emerged from Mexico showing cartel members crashing, controling and destroying everything in several cities in revenge for the killing of a cartel leader called "El Mencho".The Mexican military operation occured on Sunday in the western state of Jalisco. It was preceded by massive roadblocks involving burning vehicles — a common tactic employed by cartels to impede military movements.According to local media, soccer matches were postponed in Mexico following the death of cartel leader 'El Mencho' near the World Cup host. The matches postponed were Quere…
(2026-02-23). Influential drug lord 'El Mencho' killed by Mexican army, violence erupts in several states. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, widely known as El Mencho and one of the world's most wanted drug traffickers, has died after being injured in a military operation in Mexico, the country's defence ministry announced on Sunday. | According to officials, he succumbed to injuries sustained during a military raid in the western state of Jalisco and died while being airlifted to Mexico City. His death sparked a wave of violence across several parts of the country. Authorities reported torched vehicles and armed men blocking highways in more than half a dozen states, including Jalisco. | El Mencho led the p…
(2026-02-23). Mexican drug lord killing sparks revenge attacks; cars and businesses set ablaze, highways blocked. dawn.com Within hours of the killing of Mexican drug lord Nemesio Oseguera, better known as El Mencho, in a military raid on Sunday, gunmen suspected to be his supporters blocked highways across several states and set cars and businesses ablaze. | In some towns, tourists and residents were urged to stay indoors, while truckers were advised to take safe routes or return to their depots until the violence abated. | Several airlines, including Air Canada, United Airlines and Aeromexico, on Sunday cancelled flights to Puerto Vallarta, a beachside resort town where stunned tourists filmed plumes of smoke rising into the sky fr…
(2026-02-23). New photo reportedly shows cartel leader El Mencho dead. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – In the past hours, videos flooded social media capturing the chaos in Mexico after the killing of cartel leader Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, best known as El Mencho and the most wanted man in the country.The cartel took to Mexico's streets across the country, crashing, controlling, and destroying everything in their way to get revenge for the cartel leader. Mexican journalist Oscar Ramirez took to X (formerly Twitter) and reportedly posted the first filtered photo of El Mencho dead, after being executed by the military. Ramirez added, "We received this picture waiting for accurate authenticity."New…