presstv.co.uk (2026-09-16). Iran downs 52nd US MQ-9 drone over Qeshm Island in latest blow to US-Israeli military aggression
The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says its air defense forces have intercepted and destroyed the 52nd MQ-9 Reaper drone operated by the enemy since the US-Israeli aggression began.
presstv.co.uk (2026-09-16). How Gazas environmental catastrophe amid genocidal war boomeranged onto Israeli desalination plants
In a striking case of ecological blowback, a massive microalgae bloom that shut down five of the Israeli regime's six major desalination plants in early September 2026 has been linked by scientists to the catastrophic collapse of Gaza's wastewater infrastructure, a crisis that has exposed the profound environmental interdependence between the occupied territories and the occupying power.
presstv.co.uk (2026-09-16). Saudi Red Sea oil shipments halted amid pipeline damage, war on Yemen
Saudi Arabia has suspended crude oil loadings from its Red Sea port of Yanbu and canceled some September cargoes to Europe after damage to a key pipeline disrupted supplies to the terminal, while fighting around the Bab el-Mandeb Strait has added further pressure to the kingdom's export routes.
presstv.co.uk (2026-09-16). '40,000 tons of bombs': Report shows Trump planning 'largest bomb transfer in modern US history' to Israel
The Trump administration is preparing a $2.8-billion package to provide the Israeli regime with 40,000 2,000-pound bombs, a report says.
The package includes 20,000 MK-84s, 20,000 BLU-117s, and 20,000 I-2000 penetrator warheads, The Washington Post reported on Tuesday, citing a US official.
(2026-09-16). Trump Completely Rejects AI "Experts" Push to 'Pace the Frontier'. wattsupwiththat.com "We're leading China in AI. We're the most sophisticated country in the world, and frankly, I want to keep it that way, because whoever wins AI wins."
(2026-09-16). Jewish-Kurdish Conference in London: Kurdish nationalism in the Türkiye-Israel rivalry. wsws.org Israel does not want to abandon the effort to forge an alliance with the Kurdish movement, both in the war against Iran and in its rivalry with Türkiye.
(2026-09-16). US burns through dozens of missile interceptors in single Iranian attack on Jordan: WSJ. tribune.com.pk 
The US military used as many as 70 Patriot interceptors and more than a dozen THAAD anti-missile interceptors to counter a recent Iranian ballistic missile attack on Jordan, highlighting growing pressure on American air defence stocks, The Wall Street Journal reported Tuesday. | US forces fired between 60 and 70 Patriot interceptors against an attack involving about 20 ballistic missiles, while more than a dozen Terminal High Altitude Area Defence (THAAD) interceptors were also launched, the newspaper reported, citing US and regional officials familiar with the matter. | The number of interceptors expended was…
(2026-09-16). Trump Plans New Sale of 2,000-Pound Bombs to Israel, Which Keeps Using Them to Massacre Gazans. scheerpost.com Brett Wilkins Common Dreams The Trump administration is preparing to send Israel tens of thousands of 2,000-pound bombs, The Washington Post reported Tuesday—a move that would rank as the largest single sale of the highly destructive munitions, which the Israel Defense Forces have used in some of the deadliest US-backed airstrikes on Gaza and Lebanon. According to…
(2026-09-16). Israel Accuses Lebanon Army Chief of Being in League With Hezbollah. news.antiwar.com Israel's Channel 14 has reported that the Israeli government is accusing Lebanese Army Commander Gen. Rodolphe Haykal of directly coordinating operations with Hezbollah, raising concerns about coordination between the two nations during the ongoing Israeli invasion and occupation of southern Lebanon. These claims are undermining US-brokered efforts to try to get Israel to cede small …
(2026-09-16). Lebanon: ICRC facilitates transfer to Lebanon of 5 people detained by Israel. icrc.org
(2026-09-16). Rapper Macklemore booted from tour for pro-Palestinian remarks, other bands drop out in solidarity. wsws.org All the musicians on the tour—except headliner Ed Sheeran—have withdrawn in solidarity with the outspoken artist, who has steadfastly opposed the genocide.
(2026-09-16). Palestinian youth may soon get to vote for the first time. Few believe it actually matters. mondoweiss.net 
With 64 percent of Palestinians under 30 and elections announced for November, a generation that has never voted is being asked to trust a political system that has failed them — before, during, and after the genocide in Gaza.
(2026-09-16). On Russia's New Economic Policy in the early 1920s and the crisis facing Cuba today. links.org.au 
While some measures being taken in Cuba resemble the Russian Revolution's "New Economic Policy", the situation facing Cuba today is very different, argue the editors of World-Outlook.
(2026-09-16). BRICS Nations Call For End Of US Blockade On Cuba. popularresistance.org The 18th BRICS summit concluded in New Delhi on Sunday, September 13, with the unanimous adoption of the New Delhi declaration condemning wars in West Asia and reiterating calls for a more democratic and multilateral world order. | This year marks the 20th anniversary of the formation of the grouping with the core objective of democratizing global governance and promoting multilateralism and cooperation among the countries of the Global South. | This years' summit was held around the theme of "Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability."
(2026-09-16). Caravana italiana de solidaria con Cuba recorrió ciudad de Perugia. radiohc.cu 
Una caravana italiana de autos con banderas cubanas y pancartas contra el bloqueo económico, comercial y financiero de Estados Unidos recorrió este último domingo arterias céntricas de la ciudad italiana de Perugia. | Según precisó el portal del Ministerio de Relaciones Exteriores, Cubaminrex, la movilización fue convocada por la Asociación de Solidaridad Internacionalista con Cuba de la región de Umbría (AsiCuba Umbria), con la participación de miembros de diversos movimientos y grupos solidarios, acotaron los organizadores. | El recorrido partió del parque Pian di Massiano y concluyó en la Piazzetta del Circo,…
(2026-09-16). Raúl Castro destaca transformación del sistema penitenciario cubano. radiohc.cu El líder de la Revolución cubana, Raúl Castro, destacó este martes la transformación del sistema penitenciario del país, en un mensaje de felicitación enviado con motivo del aniversario 65 de su fundación. | En la misiva, leída durante el acto político-cultural encabezado por el presidente de la República, Miguel Díaz-Canel, el general de Ejército reconoció el trabajo desarrollado durante años "con sacrificio, entrega y dedicación, para transformar el horror que se vivía en las cárceles cubanas antes del triunfo de la Revolución y desarrollar numerosos programas que cambiaron radicalmente esa terrible realidad".
(2026-09-16). Excadetes nicaragàºenses saludan aniversario de escuela militar cubana. radiohc.cu Egresados nicaragàºenses de la Escuela Interarmas General José Maceo Grajales de Santiago de Cuba, expresaron su felicitación por el aniversario 46 de esa institución, que se celebra este martes 15 de septiembre. | En un comunicado divulgado en redes social bajo el título "Escuela Interarmas, 46 años de honor, lealtad y compromiso revolucionario", los excadetes reafirmaron su solidaridad con la nación caribeña y su proceso revolucionario. | Dirigieron su mensaje a la dirección, docentes, oficiales, clases, soldados, trabajadores civiles y cadetes del actual curso. | "Reciban nuestras más sinceras felicitacio…
(2026-09-16). Cuba expone en BRICS sus apremios y oportunidades. radiohc.cu Una importante delegación cubana participó en la decimoctava Cumbre del Grupo BRICS, en India, donde expuso los efectos nefastos del recrudecimiento del bloqueo estadounidense y explicó nuevas oportunidades de la economía antillana. | Resaltó en una extensa declaración de la cita, la alusión a la necesidad de poner fin a las medidas restrictivas contra Cuba y el carácter de América Latina y el Caribe como zona de paz. | Por tanto, apuntó el BRICS, debe enfatizarse en el respeto mutuo, la solución pacífica de controversias y la no intervención. | Se pronunciaba así este importante bloque de 11 naciones emergentes…
(2026-09-16). 2026 Yangtze River Civilization Forum opens in Chongqing. ecns.cn The 2026 Yangtze River Civilization Forum opened in Chongqing on Tuesday under the theme "Crossing Rivers and Seas, Mutual Learning of Civilizations."
(2026-09-16). NAZA: How a film became an 'eighth front' shaking 'Israel' from within. mronline.org 
Built on testimonies from Israeli military personnel, NAZA has triggered a political and security uproar over how Gaza's war was conducted.
(2026-09-16). Katz Says Israel Will 'Finish the Job' in Gaza and Go Ahead With Ethnic Cleansing Plan. news.antiwar.com Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz on Wednesday said that Israel is prepared to "finish the job" in Gaza and reaffirmed his support for the ethnic cleansing of Gaza, which he refers to as "migration." Katz made the comments while discussing the October 2025 ceasefire deal, which Israel has constantly violated with daily attacks that have …
(2026-09-16). At least 12 dead as Gaza building collapses, many trapped under rubble. aljazeera.com Rescue crews in Gaza pull survivors from a collapsed building as cries for help echo beneath the rubble, witnesses say.
(2026-09-16). At least 10 dead, dozens missing in Gaza building collapse. aljazeera.com At least 10 Palestinians are dead and up to 70 more are believed missing after a building collapsed in Gaza City.
(2026-09-16). Gaza: Thousands of families suffer in uncertainty while their loved ones remain missing. icrc.org
(2026-09-16). Attendance of 83% at Start of 2026-2027 School Year in Venezuela. orinocotribune.com Venezuelan Minister for Education Héctor Rodríguez reported student attendance of 83% at the start of the 2026-2027 school year. In a video posted on social media, the minister said that, after communicating with state directors, "they report to me more than 99% of schools open, 97% of staff at their workplaces, and 83% attendance in …
(2026-09-16). Nicolás Maduro Is Not Guilty. orinocotribune.com By Stephanie Weatherbee Brito and Vijay Prashad — Sep 13, 2026 Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro is not guilty. This is a statement of law and fact, since Maduro has not been convicted of any crime. He has pleaded not guilty to every charge brought against him, and the accusations made by the United States remain …
(2026-09-16). Venezuela's Asymmetric Negotiation with the United States: A Conversation with William Castillo. mronline.org 
"Many look at this too much from outside, from the Global North, without really trying to understand our reasoning, what's actually at stake for Venezuela, and why Venezuela is doing what it's doing."
(2026-09-16). Venezuelan Oil Cannot Fill US Strategic Reserves, Trump Faces Electoral Defeat in Midterms. orinocotribune.com By Bruno Sgarzini — Sep 15, 2026 One of Donald Trump's fantasies is that he will be able to replenish the United States Strategic Petroleum Reserves (SPR), decimated by the war against Iran, with oil from Venezuela that he has stolen after the January 3 invasion. To gage the scale of the collapse of the …
(2026-09-16). From Allende to Chávez: 2 popular models, same imperialist and oligarchic conspiracy. mronline.org 
As Chile commemorates the 1973 coup, the kidnapping of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro confirms that the U.S. conspiracy against popular projects in Latin America has not stopped, it has merely changed its name.
(2026-09-16). Maduro ally Alex Saab pleads guilty to money laundering, fraud. aljazeera.com Alex Saab pleads guilty in US court to laundering bribe and fraud proceeds linked to Venezuela's welfare programme.
(2026-09-16). Alex Saab Pleads Guilty to Money Laundering in US Court. orinocotribune.com Alex Saab, Colombian businessman and former minister of Industries and National Production of Venezuela, changed his initial plea of not guilty on Tuesday, September 15, and pled guilty to a money laundering charge before a US federal court in Miami. The case originated from contracts for the importation of food to Venezuela, and in accordance …
(2026-09-16). Former Kosovo President Hashim Thaci faces verdict for alleged war crimes. aljazeera.com Prosecutors have requested a 45-year jail sentence for Thaci and three wartime commanders accused of war crimes.
(2026-09-16). Katz defeats Shulli in Delaware's Republican primary election for U.S. Senate. whyy.org What questions do you have about the 2026 elections? What major issues do you want candidates to address? Dr. Mike Katz is moving forward as the 2026 Republican nominee for Katz will face off…
(2026-09-16). Elected Officials Face Reckoning Over Their Collusion With Big AI. scheerpost.com Stephanie Jordan and Mary Armas, In These Times. Across the country, Americans from all stripes are calling on politicians to dump Big Tech. A majority of Americans want to put a stop to the profit-driven artificial intelligence (AI) agenda being pushed onto all of us by a handful of powerful tech corporations. Across the country, people …
(2026-09-16). Pakistan condemns Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia at UN, calls for urgent de-escalation. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan's Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, condemned Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia, calling for an urgent de-escalation and a UN-led political process to resolve the conflict. | "Pakistan condemns, in the strongest terms, all Houthi attacks against the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia," Ambassador Asim said, reaffirming Pakistan's "unwavering support for the sovereignty, territorial integrity, security, and prosperity of Saudi Arabia". | Speaking at the meeting at a UN Security Council emergency meeting on Yemen late Tuesday night, Ahmad said Pakistan fully supported Sau…
(2026-09-16). Tornado damages school in Hainan, no casualties reported. ecns.cn A suspected EF0 tornado struck Wanning, Hainan Province, at around 10: 25 a.m. Monday, damaging facilities at the Wanning Experimental School of Beijing Normal University but causing no casualties, local authorities said.
(2026-09-16). How to Invest in Business Safety Wisely. moguldom.com Safety in business settings is crucial. Whether you run a small startup or a large company, investing in safety measures can improve your bottom line and your employees' well-being. High-profile incidents and increased awareness of workplace security show why comprehensive safety strategies are essential. The challenge is figuring out where to focus your resources for …
(2026-09-16). Saudi-led coalition intercepts Houthi drone headed for Mecca. aljazeera.com Saudi Arabia says it intercepted a drone before it entered Islam's holiest city, calling pilgrims' security a 'red line'…
(2026-09-16). 'Made in Russia' Pavilion Aims to Strengthen Business Ties Between India and Russia. infobrics.org The venue will give Indian retailers, distributors and importers direct access to Russian manufacturers, enabling product testing, business meetings and supply negotiations…
(2026-09-16). 'Don't Mess With That Crazy Woman': Cerimedogate Continues. orinocotribune.com By Susana Bejarano — Sep 13, 2026 Fernando Cerimedo ended up where he did not want to be: in the maximum-security prison of Chonchocoro. To avoid his transfer to this prison, he claimed he was ill, that his life was in danger, and that Bolivian Vice President Edman Lara, his enemy, persuaded the judge to …
(2026-09-16). Judge Blocks ICE From Threatening Man Over Mean Email [Op-Ed]. newsone.com 
(2026-09-16). 'Europe pulled US away…': On TV, Putin top aide explains why Ukraine war never ended | Lavrov. hindustantimes.com Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has blamed Europe for derailing the Anchorage agreements, claiming that had Washington and Moscow been allowed to move forward, the Russia-Ukraine war could have ended a year ago. Lavrov's remarks put fresh focus on Moscow's criticism of Europe's role in the stalled peace process.
(2026-09-16). The Hug Act is Now on Gov. Gavin Desk. But will He Sign It? indybay.org New California bill makes it a right for parents to hug their incarcerated children in juvenile facilities. Currently, facilities have discretion on what type of contact parents and children can engage in.
(2026-09-16). Sunday 9/27: "The Bay VS The Billionaires" Panel Discussion and Fundraiser. indybay.org SF Mime Troupe Studio | 855 Treat Ave. SF, CA 94110…
(2026-09-16). Saturday 10/3: African Arts Festival. indybay.org Great Lawn, Yerba Buena Gardens | Mission St. between 3rd & 4th Sts. | San Francisco, CA…
(2026-09-16). Saturday 9/19: AI, Technology, Fascism & The Future Of Labor: A UFCLP Forum. indybay.org Register in advance for this meeting: | us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/a-sH0Se……
(2026-09-16). A hollow show of unity at the BRICS summit. wsws.org The BRICS declaration called for peace and cooperation and criticised the use of unilateral tariffs and economic sanctions but failed to name US imperialism as the chief author of escalating international economic and military conflict.
(2026-09-16). Australia: 600 jobs slashed at Whyalla steelworks. wsws.org Labor government-appointed administrator KordaMentha announced Monday that efforts to repair and restart the plant's 60-year-old blast furnace would be permanently abandoned.
(2026-09-16). The Parti Québécois' "Blue Book" on Independence—chauvinism, austerity, rearmament, and military-strategic alignment with Washington. wsws.org The PQ's Blue Book advocates for Quebec's secession on the basis of national exclusivism, anti-immigrant chauvinism, massive social cuts, and an even more pronounced strategic alignment with US imperialism under the leadership of the would-be dictator Donald Trump.
(2026-09-16). Xi urges Chinese police to remain committed to serving people with responsibility, dedication. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping has called on the country's police officers to remain committed to serving the people, be loyal guardians of the Party and the people, and demonstrate a strong sense of responsibility and dedication.
(2026-09-16). Immigrants Didn't Take Your Health Care. ICE Did. otherwords.org The cost of health care just keeps going up — and millions of Americans are set to lose coverage. | Under the GOP's so-called "Big Beautiful Bill," Instead, that money is going toward tax cuts for the rich plus record budgets for ICE and the Pentagon. Immigrants…
(2026-09-16). The Autonomous Self Cult: Ayah and the Inevitability of "Muslim Feminism" muslimskeptic.com You may have come across some of the recent controversy surrounding a TikTok creator known as "Ayah's Voice." She has become the subject of intense conversation on various social media platforms including X. I do not use TikTok myself, but from what I've seen circulating online, she appears to command a somewhat substantial audience, likely …
(2026-09-16). Seoul court orders North Korea to pay $32.5m for blowing up office. aljazeera.com Pyongyang blew up the Inter-Korean Liaison Office building in June 2020 after days of rising tensions.
(2026-09-16). Is US health care too broken to cure cancer? aljazeera.com Ted Okon tells Al Jazeera that even with a cure, the US wouldn't be able to treat everyone with cancer.
(2026-09-16). List of 'Weak Links' Accusers for the "Crooked Skeptic Climate Scientists" Accusation — Summary for Policymakers. wattsupwiththat.com These are the chain of people one increment back from the main promulgators who've pushed the false accusation about 'shill skeptic scientist on Big Oil's payroll who were directed to reposition global warming as theory' ever since the 1990s.
(2026-09-16). U.S. journalist says Tibetans enjoy literacy gains, freedom of belief after Peaceful Liberation. ecns.cn Are Tibetans able to practice their own religion? Are they able to speak and use their own language? Are they able to preserve their own culture alongside Chinese culture? The answers from Jason Smith, an American journalist, —are all "Yes."
(2026-09-16). Courtney Teasley: Breaking The Cycle Of Incarceration. scheerpost.com Mansa Musa TRNN After running a historic campaign to unseat a criminal court judge for the first time in Nashville, Courtney Teasley created the legal education company emeffen to inform working-class communities about their civil rights. From combating police abuse to supporting vulnerable populations targeted by the criminal justice system, Teasley is a business and …
(2026-09-16). The S-400 is not just a defense system; it is a strategy. unitedworldint.com The future of the S-400 air defense systems Türkiye purchased from Russia in 2019 has once again come onto the agenda. Security sources from Türkiye say that the possibility of selling the systems to Qatar and the United Arab Emirates is being discussed, and that the issue was raised during the latest meeting between President …
(2026-09-16). Trump administration plans $2.8bn sale of 2,000-pound bombs to Israel. aljazeera.com Trump administration pushes $2.8bn bomb sale to Israel amid criticism over mass targeting of civilians in the region.
(2026-09-16). Deutschland erlebt einen Boom der organisierten Kriminalità§t. strategic-culture.su Kriminelle Vereinigungen werden hierzulande immer brutaler. Das geht aus einem neuen Lagebericht des Bundeskriminalamts (BKA) hervor. Im Jahr 2025 stieg die Zahl der Ermittlungsverfahren gegen organisierte kriminelle Vereinigungen. Insgesamt wurden 683 Verfahren eingeleitet, so viele wie seit 2021 nicht mehr. | Kriminelle Gruppen greifen hierzulande immer hà§ufiger zu massiver Gewalt, um ihre Opfer einzuschàºchtern und ihre Macht zu festigen. Die Gewalt richtet sich dabei auch gegen rivalisierende Gruppen. Dies geht aus dem aktuellen BKA-Bericht zur organisierten Kriminalità§t hervor. Im vergangene…
(2026-09-16). Shahzaib shines as rain, draws stall President's Trophy. tribune.com.pk 
Khan Research Laboratories' Shahzaib Khan provided the standout finish to an opening round dominated by big scores, determined batting and weather interruptions, as all four President's Trophy Grade-I matches ended in a draw on Tuesday. | Shahzaib struck an unbeaten 103 off 102 balls, his fourth first-class century, to help KRL declare their second innings at 215 for two and set Ghani a daunting 456-run target at Imran Khan Cricket Stadium, Peshawar. | The aggressive knock, which included ten fours and a six, came after KRL had already posted 547 for nine in their first innings, with Imran Rafiq and Fakhar Zam…
(2026-09-16). DRC-Rwanda: Can Geneva talks break the cycle of war in eastern Congo? aljazeera.com M23 controls large parts of eastern DRC as Kinshasa and Kigali remain divided over security and sovereignty.
(2026-09-16). China In Photos: China opens Pinglu Canal, a trade shortcut to Southeast Asia. ecns.cn China opened a major new canal on Wednesday, giving its landlocked southwest a shortcut to the coast and overseas markets, particularly those in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), the country's largest trading partner.
(2026-09-16). Could This Proposal Finally Put a Stop to Secret Deputy Gangs In the L.A. County Sheriff's Department? lataco.com Since 1973, 27 gangs or subgroups have been identified through lawsuits and reports compiled by the department's independent oversight bodies.
(2026-09-16). Shanghai dragon boat invitational draws teams from 14 countries and regions. ecns.cn The 15th Shanghai World Chinese Dragon Boat Invitational was held from Sept. 10 to 14 in Qingpu District, Shanghai, drawing 20 teams and more than 400 athletes from 14 countries and regions.
(2026-09-16). Canada's role in the disastrous 'War on Terror' should not be celebrated. mronline.org 
The wrong lessons from the war in Afghanistan.
(2026-09-16). Belt and Road Initiative — blueprint for better future of the entire world, part I. infobrics.org The cultural and economic exchange between BRI countries demonstrates that nobody needs to dominate and that nations can learn from each other in a civilized (i.e., peaceful) manner. Drago Bosnic, independent geopolitical and military analyst.
(2026-09-16). Saudi Arabia cancels oil to Europe over East-West pipeline blast. aljazeera.com Saudi Arabia has cancelled some oil deliveries to Europe after attacks shut down its export pipeline to the Red Sea.
(2026-09-16). Cluster munitions: "The suffering must not continue for another generation" icrc.org Opening Statement by ICRC Vice President Jàºrg Lauber at the Third Review Conference of the Convention on Cluster Munitions, Vientiane, Lao People's Democratic Republic, 14 September, 2026…
(2026-09-16). Dilemmas Posed by Recent Discovery of Oil in Brazil's Amazon. orinocotribune.com By Vijay Prashad and Miguel Stedile — Sep 10, 2026 | On August 14, 2026, Petrobras announced the identification of hydrocarbons in the Morpho exploratory well, located in block FZA-M-59 in the Foz do Amazonas basin, off the coast of Amapá, Brazil. The well sits about 175 kilometers from the coast, in a water column 2,886 meters deep and nearly 500 kilometers from the mouth of the Amazon River. Electric logs and rock samples indicated the presence of a location with petroleum potential. Petrobras, the owner and sole operator of the territory, continued drilling to assess what lies below and the extent of the…
(2026-09-16). 25 Years After 9/11, the Deportation Machine Has Exploded. portside.org 25 Years After 9/11, the Deportation Machine Has Exploded |
(2026-09-16). Carlo Ginzburg & Perry Anderson: Correspondence. newleftreview.org The death of Carlo Ginzburg in Bologna this June has robbed intellectual history of one of its most original practitioners. Perry Anderson, a colleague and friend, introduces the first of a two-part selection of exchanges between them, ranging across politics, war, religion, philology, history.
(2026-09-16). Ilya Budraitskis: People Who Think Differently. newleftreview.org Ilya Budraitskis on Benjamin Nathans, To the Success of Our Hopeless Cause. Compelling account of the friendship networks of 1960s Russian human-rights activists, singled out from the more heterogeneous world of late-Soviet opposition.
(2026-09-16). Is this how NATO-Russia war starts? 'Reckless' Moscow fires flares at Denmark's helicopter | Putin. hindustantimes.com Tensions between Russia and NATO have flared in the Baltic Sea after Denmark accused a Russian frigate of firing signal flares at a Danish military helicopter during a routine sortie. Copenhagen condemned the incident as reckless intimidation, while Moscow blamed the Danish pilots and called their actions provocative, raising fresh concerns over a potential escalation in the Baltic.
(2026-09-16). Lebanon: Humanitarian needs remain acute amid continued uncertainty. icrc.org April-September 2026…
(2026-09-16). 5 Types of Insurance Every Contractor Needs (And Which Ones You Can Skip). moguldom.com Most contractors spend years building skills on the job, then lose everything in a single lawsuit because they didn't carry the right coverage. The gap between "I'll get to it" and "I should have gotten to it" can cost you your license, your business, and your savings. Here's what you actually need, plus an honest …
(2026-09-16). Gen Z Women Don't Owe America Babies. otherwords.org But the government wants to make us change that. In the U.S. and elsewhere, anxiety over aging populations and shrinking labor forces has been woven into the claim that women in their 20s
(2026-09-16). China's carbon market trades over 900 million metric tons in first eight months of 2026. ecns.cn The 2026 China Carbon Market Conference was held on Tuesday in Wuhan, Hubei Province, where the National Carbon Market Development Report (2026) was released.
(2026-09-16). Inside a Palestinian family's agonizing decision to abandon their home under threat of Israeli settler violence. mondoweiss.net 
For three generations, Ali Abu Khdeir's family lived in the home his grandfather built in Deir Jarir until Israeli settlers made staying too dangerous. Now residents fear that their families are next.
(2026-09-16). 9/11 Violated Thomas Friedman's 'Cocoon'—And Made Him A Cheerleader For The 'War on Terror'. scheerpost.com Belén Fernández FAIR To mark the 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, FAIR shares an excerpt from Belén Fernández's 2011 book The Imperial Messenger (Verso), a critical look at Thomas Friedman, who as foreign affairs columnist for the New York Times was one of the most influential media voices interpreting 9/11 and justifying its employment as a rationale for …
(2026-09-16). China donates Chang'e-6 lunar samples from Moon's far side to UN. ecns.cn China formally donated lunar samples collected by the Chang'e-6mission from the Moon's far side to the United Nations on Monday. The samples are set to go on permanent display at the United Nations Office at Vienna.
(2026-09-16). What a "Temporary Removal" of Negro Bar, Sacramento County means to CA Gold Rush Heritage. indybay.org Restoring the authentic 1854 Negro Bar townsite and recognizing the regions early leaders such as Sacramento County's first Board Chair, who operated the Negro Bar Hotel and Store and supported the largest Chinatown, Gaam Saan, outside of San Francisco…
(2026-09-16). IHC bars harassment, arrest of PTI leaders ahead of September 27 long march. tribune.com.pk 
The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Wednesday restrained authorities from harassing or arresting Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Islamabad leaders Malik Amir Ali, Shoaib Shaheen and others ahead of the September 27 long march. | Justice Raja Inam Ameen Minhas heard the case filed by Ali, Shaheen and others against their alleged harassment. Advocate Shaheen and Advocate Riasat Azad appeared before the court on behalf of the petitioners. | Shaheen told the court that "arrests and raids have started again ahead of the long march". He said raids were being conducted at the homes of PTI workers and alleged that belong…
(2026-09-16). Houthis harden Red Sea foothold, Riyadh promises retaliation, Egypt backs call. geo.tv Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi receives Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman upon his arrival in Cairo on September 15, 2026.— Reuters
(2026-09-16). China begins construction of major offshore oil and gas project for Qatar. ecns.cn Construction of a major offshore oil and gas engineering project for Qatar's Bul Hanine oilfield began on Monday in Qingdao, east China's Shandong Province, according to Offshore Oil Engineering Co., Ltd (COOEC).
(2026-09-16). Three Gorges Reservoir water level reaches 160 meters. ecns.cn Water storage at the Three Gorges Reservoir continued, with the water level rising to 160 meters on Tuesday.
(2026-09-16). News helicopter crash in Los Angeles kills three, injures one. aljazeera.com NBC Los Angeles helicopter crashes while covering deadly metro bus collision from the air.
(2026-09-16). Israel started an anti-Qatar campaign, then scrapped it. aljazeera.com Days after October 7, Israel began building a global campaign to pressure and isolate Qatar.
(2026-09-16). A Renewed BRICS for a Polycentric World: From Global Chaos to Orderly Multipolarity>. infobrics.org In its recent report, "A Renewed BRICS for a Polycentric World: From Global Chaos to Orderly Multipolarity", the BRICS Expert Council-Russia presents a strategic vision for the group following its expansion…
(2026-09-16). Exceptional Hatred: Free Speech, Fear, and the Fight Over Jewish Identity in America. scheerpost.com For decades, the American political establishment has treated antisemitism as a moral absolute—something that must be confronted wherever it appears. It should be. But what happens when the language meant to combat hatred is itself turned into a political weapon? In this edition of Scheer Intelligence, Robert Scheer speaks with James Loeffler, a Johns Hopkins …
(2026-09-16). Iran's Sepehran Airlines plane scare: Kermanshah-bound Boeing 737 makes emergency landing in Mashhad. hindustantimes.com Amid the ongoing war in Iran, tense moments unfolded aboard an Iranian Sepehran Airlines flight after the Boeing 737 reportedly experienced a tire burst shortly after takeoff. The aircraft, which was heading toward Kermanshah, was forced to turn back to Mashhad after the crew declared an emergency. Video footage reportedly captured anxious passengers inside the plane as the aircraft returned for an emergency landing. Reports also mentioned possible engine damage following the incident. The Boeing 737 landed safely in Mashhad, and no casualties were reported. The incident comes amid heightened regional tensions an…
(2026-09-16). Monday 9/21: drop the charges! abolish brooke jenkins! no flock no axon no rape apologists! indybay.org 16th St & Valencia St…
(2026-09-16). A new Washington colossus. strategic-culture.su The excitement In Washington is palpable with the announcement that President Donald Trump has a new project to help beautify the city on top of the huge banners bearing his image festooning the fronts of government buildings, his billion dollar White House fortified ballroom, the paving of the rose garden, the enlarging of the helicopter landing pad, the soon to be demolished and renamed "Trump"-Kennedy Center, the renaming of the "Trump" Institute of Peace, and the soon to be started Trump-fal Arch being constructed between the Lincoln Memorial and Arlington National Cemetery.
(2026-09-16). Trump administration announces it has placed weapons in orbit, in major step in the militarization of space. wsws.org Air Force Secretary Troy Meink's acknowledgment that the United States "now has on-orbit space control weapons" comes as the Trump administration has abandoned or bypassed one arms-control treaty after another, and 10 days before Chinese President Xi Jinping arrives at the White House.
(2026-09-16). Kazakhstan's Atomic Company Agrees Uranium Deals with Russia, China. infobrics.org Kazakhstan's national atomic company Kazatomprom has reached agreements to supply natural uranium to partners in Russia and China, the company has said…
(2026-09-16). 4th Weifang food expo draws record 516 exhibitors from 16 countries and regions. ecns.cn The 4th Weifang International Food and Agricultural Products Expo opened at the Lutai Convention and Exhibition Center in east China's Shandong Province on Tuesday.
(2026-09-16). Wednesday 9/16: Phonebank to Stop the Deadly Merger. indybay.org Zoom | uscpract.org/block…
(2026-09-16). Henan porcelain expands its global reach. ecns.cn Liling porcelain from central China's Hunan Province, known for its distinctive underglaze polychrome technique, is now exported to more than 150 countries and regions and has been presented as a diplomatic gift on multiple occasions.
(2026-09-16). Anthropic CEO didn't foresee the speed of global AI growth. aljazeera.com Anthropic's CEO says he 'didn't appreciate' the speed with which AI's growth would underpin the global economy.
(2026-09-16). Trump EPA to strip greenhouse gas limits for power plants, a key Biden climate policy. mronline.org 
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency will revoke limits on greenhouse gas emissions from power plants that run on coal and natural gas, according to regulatory documents Administrator Lee Zeldin signed Monday.
(2026-09-16). ICRC president: Urgent steps needed to de-escalate hostilities in Middle East. icrc.org The following is a statement from ICRC President Mirjana Spoljaric on the widening of hostilities in the Middle East:…
(2026-09-16). Police detain three women over alleged abduction of newborn from PIMS. tribune.com.pk 
Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT) Police recovered a newborn safely and detained three women after responding to a reported abduction of the baby from Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) late on Tuesday night. | An official told APP on Wednesday that the Karachi Company Police Station team took immediate action after receiving information that a newborn had allegedly been taken from PIMS Hospital. The police recovered the child safely and took three women into custody for questioning. | According to the initial investigation, the women allegedly approached the baby's mother and gained access to the n…
(2026-09-16). Music On The Picket Line of AFM 6 SF Opera Musicians At SF Opera House On Day 3 Of Strike. indybay.org San Francisco Opera Musicians who are members of AFM 6 on the third day of their strike picketed at the Opera house and performed music.
(2026-09-16). China's highest-altitude 750 kV substation transmits over 11.6 billion kWh of clean electricity in three years. ecns.cn China's highest-altitude 750-kV substation has transmitted more than 11.6 billion kilowatt-hours of clean electricity since entering operation, marking three years in service on Tuesday.
(2026-09-16). Ningbo cross-sea rail line draws huge crowds on free trial day. ecns.cn Ningbo Rail Transit Line 12, a cross-sea suburban railway in Ningbo, east China's Zhejiang Province, launched a six-day free trial run on Monday, drawing large crowds and prompting the operator to issue crowd control advisories.
(2026-09-16). 2026 Global Sustainable Transport Forum to be held in Beijing. ecns.cn China's Ministry of Transport will host the 2026 Global Sustainable Transport Forum (2026) in Beijing from Sept. 22 to 23. The event aims to build international consensus and advance global cooperation in the sector.
(2026-09-16). Under Cover Of AI Doomsday, Big Tech Is Writing Its Own Rules. scheerpost.com Matt Stoller, The Lever. Silicon Valley says its machines could destroy humanity. The more immediate danger is letting the people building AI decide how they're governed. Editor's note: Since Matt Stoller first published this essay on his Substack on Friday amid the mounting AI crisis, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei hascalled for slowing the development of powerful AI models, while OpenAI …
(2026-09-16). Why Ro Khanna and AOC Should Run for President in 2028. indybay.org Antidote to demagogues and corporate militarists…
(2026-09-16). Friday 9/18: Overpass Visibility Dance Party I-80 Berkeley. indybay.org University Avenue pedestrian overpass (I-80 Berkeley)…
(2026-09-16). Inaugural Mudanjiang-Moscow freight train service launched. ecns.cn A container freight train loaded with footwear, home appliances, and daily necessities departed from Mudanjiang in Heilongjiang province on Tuesday bound for Moscow, marking the official launch of the Mudanjiang-Moscow freight rail service.
(2026-09-16). Farmers Are Going Broke Amid Rising Gas Prices. popularresistance.org As farmers grapple with soaring diesel and fertilizer prices and the Department of Agriculture yanks support for cheaper, renewable forms of energy, the agency's chief, Brooke Rollins, is carrying millions in highly profitable oil and gas investments. | In disclosure reports filed in July, Rollins indicated that she and her husband, Mark Rollins, an oil and gas industry executive, together hold as much as $2.5 million in fossil fuel investments. At least $1 million of that is in HKN II, a limited partnership with oil and gas interests in the Kurdistan region of Iraq; another $1 million, at least, is in Hillwood E…
(2026-09-16). Surviving Trump: Trump Loses And Whines On Mail-In Voting, Kennedy Center, And More [Op-Ed]. newsone.com 
Source: Anadolu / Getty | Aaaaand we're back for another round of Surviving Trump, our regular column that lists the latest slate of President Donald Trump's big, beautiful blunders, buffoonery, and big-baby blathering sessions, because if we must endure the clown in the White House, we might as well come together to laugh at him. | Let's get into it… | You've Got Mail-in Voting: | This week, we reported that
(2026-09-16). As Trial Begins In Vermont, Palestinian Shooting Victims Remain Brave. popularresistance.org On September 14, 2026, the attempted murder trial of Jason Eaton opened in Burlington, Vermont. Eaton is accused of shooting three young Palestinian men in that city on November 25, 2023 and has pled not guilty by reason of insanity. The mental fitness of the three victims, however, is unquestionable after hearing their testimony on Monday. And so is their moral fortitude. | Hisham Awartani, Kinnan Abdalhamid, and Tahseen Aliahmad grew up together in Ramallah, Palestine, where they were classmates in a Quaker School. In 2023 they were all students at various colleges in the northeastern United States, with either…
(2026-09-16). US Bombs Somalia For 81st Time This Year. popularresistance.org US Africa Command announced on Friday that its forces launched another airstrike in Somalia as the Trump administration continues a record-breaking bombing campaign in the country, which receives virtually no coverage in US media. | AFRICOM said the strike was launched on September 8 and targeted al-Shabaab in the vicinity of Quumbi, a village about 50 miles northeast of the southern port city of Kismayo, | As usual, AFRICOM offered no other details about the strike, and there were no statements from US-backed forces about military operations in the area that day. "Specific details about units and assets will not…
(2026-09-16). Saturday 9/19: Bookstore & Chocolate Crawl. indybay.org We will meet at Mission: Comics & Art or Bolerium Books on Mission Street in San Francisco. After this combined stop, we will walk a defined route together, ending at Fabulosa Books in The Castro.
(2026-09-16). The trail of Osama Bin Laden and Saudis leading to 911. indybay.org The World Trade Center under attack during 911.
(2026-09-16). Data Center Builder Donates Big to Pass Proposition 45. indybay.org Measure Would Gut Community Protections on Siting Energy and Water Intensive Projects…
(2026-09-16). Donald Sassoon: Changing the Guard. newleftreview.org Two years after an electoral landslide swept him into Number Ten, Keir Starmer has been ousted by his own MPs, as Andrew Burnham becomes the UK's sixth prime minister since Brexit. Analysis of the causes—political, economic, ideological, social—behind Westminster's latest coup.
(2026-09-16). We're Already Living Through Journalism's Dystopian Future. scheerpost.com AI is devouring our industry and undermining access to factual information. We all have a duty to fight back. By Maya Schenwar, Negin Owliaei, Ziggy West Jeffery This article was originally published by Truthout AI is devouring our industry and undermining access to factual information. We all have a duty to fight back. If you …
(2026-09-16). Zelensky attempts to sell grain export collapse as economic benefit. infobrics.org Budget committee head admits Ukraine cannot cover its own defense bill.
(2026-09-16). Ulta Beauty Urged To Remove Flock Safety Cameras From Stores. scheerpost.com Alexandra Martinez Prism A national gender justice organization is escalating a campaign against Ulta Beauty over the cosmetics retailer's use of automated license-plate reader (ALPR) cameras made by the surveillance company Flock Safety, arguing that it threatens customer privacy and could disproportionately harm women and gender-expansive people. UltraViolet, a women-led gender justice organization, launched its "Drop Flock" …
(2026-09-16). 18th Hunan Tea Expo concludes with $100 million in online, offline transactions. ecns.cn The 18th Hunan Tea Expo concluded in Changsha, central China's Hunan Province, on Monday, generating 709 million yuan (about $100 million) in online and offline transactions during the four-day event, according to the organizing committee.
(2026-09-16). Republican forces Congress to hold impeachment vote for Pete Hegseth. aljazeera.com United States Representative Thomas Massie is forcing fellow Republicans to vote whether to impeach Secretary of Defense…
(2026-09-16). People you choose to defend or attack reveals your politics. indybay.org Gloria Steinem was a CIA funded operative who supported US imperialist war crimes against people of the world and now she is lauded by those like KPFA management who claim to be anti-war…
(2026-09-16). SF Opera Orchestra on strike and walking a picket line. indybay.org SF Opera Orchestra are on strike and walking a picket line!
(2026-09-16). Turkish government escalates crackdown on left-wing parties, LGBTQ+ associations and media outlets. wsws.org Over three days, police raided LGBTQ+ associations in 15 provinces, hundreds of social media accounts were blocked and 39 leftists were detained, including the SYKP co-chair.
(2026-09-16). Common Mistakes to Avoid When Choosing a Business Address Solution. moguldom.com Picking the wrong business address solution can cost you more than money — it can damage your credibility with clients, create compliance headaches, and leave you locked into a service that doesn't fit how you actually work. And yet, many Australian business owners make their choice in a hurry, prioritising speed or a low price …
(2026-09-16). Fired Immigration Judge Files Whistleblower Lawsuit. scheerpost.com Kevin Gosztola, The Dissenter. Challenged ICE Arrest Of Unaccompanied Child. A former United States immigration judge says she objected to ICE agents who "unlawfully detained an unaccompanied minor who had just been in her courtroom," and then she was fired. A former United States immigration judge says she objected to ICE agents who "unlawfully detained an …
(2026-09-16). Tuesday 9/15: Demand SF City Hall Address the AI Threat to Public Safety. indybay.org San Francisco City Hall (Polk b/w McAllister and Grove)…
(2026-09-16). Jilin Province upgrades tax refund services as inbound spending surges. ecns.cn Jilin Province in northeast China has upgraded tax refund services for overseas travelers as inbound spending gains momentum, with transaction volumes and refund amounts rising sharply this year.
(2026-09-16). Striking AFM 6 SF Opera Musicians Perform In Robin Williams Meadow In Golden Gate Park. indybay.org Striking AFM 6 opera musicians were forced on strike after concession demands by the management of the opera. They preformed at Robin Williams Meadow after the Opera In The Park was cancelled by management because of the strike they caused.
(2026-09-16). Covert Pentagon Propagandists Are Tracking Anti-War Americans, Skirting The Law. scheerpost.com Wyatt Reed The Grayzone When a semi-anonymous social media user declared that the federal government had targeted her in a bizarre entrapment scheme, the paranoid claim snowballed into a more disturbing revelation: the Pentagon appears to be breaking the law by paying conservative influencers to track, surveil, and propagandize Americans. Who else is involved in the …
(2026-09-16). PM condemns 'dastardly and heinous' attempted drone attack on Makkah, reaffirms support for Saudi Arabia. tribune.com.pk 
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday condemned a 'dastardly and heinous' attempted Houthi drone attack on Makkah, saying Pakistan stood firmly with Saudi Arabia in protecting its sovereignty and the sanctity of the Haramain Sharifain. | "I condemn in the strongest possible terms the dastardly and heinous attempted drone attack against the Holy Site of Makkah Al-Mukarramah. Pakistan stands unwaveringly, shoulder to shoulder with the brotherly Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, in the defence of its sovereignty and territorial integrity, as well as for the security and sanctity of the Haramain Sharifain – a duty tha…
(2026-09-16). craqdi due to the changes in the native and autonomous left. indybay.org Given all that has happened, and as a countermeasure to NATO's negotiating policies with the industrial manufacturers that intimidate | We emphatically say no to these acts of political impurity…
(2026-09-16). Incumbent Kathy Jennings wins Delaware Democratic primary for attorney general. She'll face the GOP's David Graham in November. whyy.org What questions do you have about the 2026 elections? What major issues do you want candidates to address? Two-term incumbent Kathy Jennings defeated The Associated Press declared Jennings the primary winner, calling the race at 8: 16 p.m. She currently has about 77% of the vote, with abo…
(2026-09-16). He Makes Some of the 'Best Pizza in America.' His New Side-Hustle? Selling 900 Sourdough Bagels Each Weekend. lataco.com "Little Ugly's" sourdough bagels are thickly schmeared with a koji-infused homemade cream cheese and topped with juicy sun gold sliced tomatoes or smoked salmon. People are starting to line up for them on weekends on a quiet corner of Long Beach's Belmont Heights neighborhood.
(2026-09-16). Trump's torture boxes for immigrant detainees: Guantánamo Bay comes to America. wsws.org From the torture cages in Florida to the killings in Minneapolis, the state is turning methods used against "enemies abroad" on those it treats as "the enemy within."
(2026-09-16). Massie Moves to Force Impeachment Vote Against Hegseth, Citing Civilian Deaths. scheerpost.com By Sharon Zhang This article was originally published by Truthout The Republican lawmaker cited incidents like the US's elementary school massacre in Minab, Iran, early in the war. Rep. Thomas Massie (R-Kentucky) has moved to force an impeachment vote against Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, introducing eight articles on the House floor accusing Hegseth of …
(2026-09-16). Benjamin Kunkel: The New National Question. newleftreview.org As globalization stalls, what possibilities might national-economic policy open up for the left? Benjamin Kunkel weighs the claims of its Marxist, Polanyian and psychoanalytic interpreters, asking whether the re-politicization of the economy might be joined to a renewed internationalism, adequate to ecological crisis.
(2026-09-16). LaTosha Brown: It's Time For A Department Of Democracy [Op-Ed]. newsone.com 
Source: ROBERTO SCHMIDT / Getty | The right to vote is more than a procedural mechanism—it embodies our most sacred democratic principle: that the government derives its legitimacy from the consent of the governed. When this right is compromised, so too is the very foundation of our republic. True architects understand that foundations matter. Today, we are called to both shore up our democratic foundation and reimagine the structure built upon it. | This urgent appeal is made in the face of persistent assaults on voting rights. While there have always been efforts to roll back the clock on democratic pa…
(2026-09-16). In Danger Of Statelessness, Bhutanese Refugees Build Power Against Deportation. scheerpost.com T.P. Mishra Waging Nonviolence As ICE pursues resettled refugees who have no country to return to, Bhutanese communities are turning the threat of deportation into collective action. When Robin Gurung was 3 years old, his family was forced out of Bhutan. Today, as a 37-year-old organizer and co-founder of Asian Refugees United, or ARU, the reality of …
(2026-09-16). Counterterrorism: The BRICS+ priority after New Delhi 2026. strategic-culture.su BRICS+ counterterrorism isn't a NATO rival — it's the bloc's political glue. | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | A Non-postponable go…
(2026-09-16). Ted Lauzen defeats challengers in Delaware's Democratic primary for state treasurer. whyy.org What questions do you have about the 2026 elections? What major issues do you want candidates to address? Ted Lauzen is moving forward as the 2026 Democratic nominee for The candidate elected to the seat will replace incumbent Treasurer Colleen C. Davis, who served tw…
(2026-09-16). PSX slips over 600 points as oil retreats, sector sell-off weighs on sentiment. tribune.com.pk 
Sentiment reversed at the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) on Wednesday as the KSE-100 Index opened in negative territory and remained in the red, with selling pressure spreading across major sectors amid weaker oil prices and lingering Middle East supply disruptions. | The benchmark fell to 168,998.17, down 394.15 points, or 0.23%, at 9: 33am, before extending losses to 168,681.73, down 710.59 points, or 0.42%. It later recovered slightly to 168,784.81, down 607.51 points, or 0.36%, at 12: 38pm. | The index moved between an intraday high of 169,382.01 and a low of 168,334.74, while trading volume stood at 61.66 mi…
(2026-09-16). US destroying international space law. infobrics.org Recent announcements regarding space weapons are worsening tensions between the US and its adversaries.
(2026-09-16). China informs foreign embassies of DNA collection procedures: FM on rescue efforts following mudslide in Xizang region. ecns.cn Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said on Monday that China has informed relevant countries' embassies in China of the procedures for DNA information collection from relatives of the missing foreign nationals.
(2026-09-16). Protest marches against the far-right AfD in Berlin: "Capitalism is the biggest problem" wsws.org The parties now promising to stop the AfD are the ones that cleared its path to power. Only an independent movement of the working class against war and capitalism can halt it.
(2026-09-16). Speaker Johnson Cancels Thursday House Session, Pushing Hegseth Impeachment Vote Until After Midterms. news.antiwar.com House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) announced he has canceled a planned House session for Thursday, sending lawmakers for an early seven-week recess and pushing back a vote to impeach US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth until after the midterm elections. Rep. Thomas Massie (R-KY), who introduced the resolution to impeach Hegseth, suspected Johnson might take …
(2026-09-16). Samson, Abhishek and Reddy seal India's series win. tribune.com.pk 
Sanju Samson unleashed a blistering fifty as India whipped Afghanistan by seven wickets on Tuesday to take an unassailable 2-0 lead in their three-match T20I series in Delhi. | Samson smashed 57 from just 22 balls, including seven fours and four sixes, while Abhishek Sharma struck 39 from 19 as India raced to 100 inside eight overs after Afghanistan had posted 159 for eight. | Ishan Kishan finished unbeaten on 38 from 23 balls and Tilak Varma made 15 not out as India reached chased the target in 14.5 overs. | Afghanistan's bowlers struggled to contain India's explosive start, with Rashid Khan taking three wick…
(2026-09-16). President Zardari approves Tamgha-e-Shujaat for PIMS nurse Razia Noreen. tribune.com.pk 
President Asif Ali Zardari on Wednesday approved the conferment of the Tamgha-e-Shujaat upon Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) staff nurse Razia Noreen, who demonstrated exceptional courage by risking her life to rescue the sole surviving child during a fire incident at the hospital. | On August 26, 14 newborns were killed after a fire broke out on the third floor of the Mother and Child Hospital at PIMS in Islamabad, triggering widespread outrage and demands from people and political parties for action against those responsible. The prime minister had approved the conferment of the Sitara-e-Khidma…
(2026-09-16). As US stockpiles dwindle, Trump rushes weapons to Israel, Saudi. responsiblestatecraft.org As government watchdogs
(2026-09-16). Israeli soldiers rappel from helicopter in occupied West Bank. aljazeera.com Israeli forces rappelled from a helicopter onto the roof of a residential building in Yatta, in the occupied West Bank.
(2026-09-16). End of United Kingdom: Celtic leaders plan historic breakup, as Trump fuels Irish fire. infobrics.org For the first time, the First Ministers of Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland are jointly pushing for the end of the United Kingdom. The Cardiff pact, combined with Trump's open support for Irish reunification, raises serious questions about Britain's future, NATO's nuclear position – and Western double standards on self-determination.
(2026-09-16). First steel box girder installed on China's largest-span cross-sea bridge. ecns.cn The first steel box girder was installed on the Shuangyumen Bridge in Ningbo, east China's Zhejiang Province, on Tuesday.
(2026-09-16). The pseudo-left and the UAW elections: How Labor Notes, Jacobin and UAWD cover for Fain. wsws.org The DSA, Labor Notes and UAWD installed Shawn Fain in 2023 promising an era of "class struggle unionism." Three years later, they are writing his excuses.
(2026-09-16). Julian Stallabrass: Ultra-Processed Images. newleftreview.org Julian Stallabrass on Trevor Paglen, How to See Like a Machine. An American artist documents and explores the arrival of the automated image world, from psyops to algorithmic persuasion.
(2026-09-16). A Postseason On The Brink: How The WNBA Officiating Crisis Threatens To Ruin The Playoffs [Op-Ed]. newsone.com 
Source: Icon Sportswire / Getty | As the regular WNBA season quickly comes to a close and the playoffs come into view, we need to talk about the referees. | Let's start with the league. The WNBA's refusal to invest in a full-time officiating staff has left The stakes are too high for WNBA refereeing to remain in its curre…
(2026-09-16). The 6th Gangchen Tulku Rinpoche enthroned at Gangchen Monastery in Xizang Autonomous Region. ecns.cn The 6th Gangchen Tulku Rinpoche, Jamyang Choephel Jampa Gyaltsen, was formally enthroned at Gangchen Monastery in Sakya County, Xizang Autonomous Region, on Tuesday.
(2026-09-16). Yemeni Media Published Photos of Downed Saudi F-15 Fighter Jet as War Continues to Rage. news.antiwar.com Yemen's SABA news agency on Wednesday published what it said were photos of a US-made Saudi F-15SA fighter jet that was shot down by Ansar Allah over the Yemeni province of Marib. So far, the shootdown has yet to be confirmed by US or Saudi sources, but the photos show what appears to be the …
(2026-09-16). Confronting AI Challenge requires Int'l Cooperation, including China's. juancole.com Chicago (Special to Informed Comment; Feature) — When I taught at a university in northern Iraq, teachers would gossip about how their students would cheat on computer-based assessments. A smart student with a high grade would take an assessment using the log-in information of a friend who was failing in order to boost the failing student's average. The student who was failing would take the assessment as the smart student, who could afford a low score or two and still pass the class. That way, both students would ultimately pass the course, and their friend group would advance to the next level together. Th…
(2026-09-16). More than 20 US senators introduce privileged resolution seeking report on West Bank violence. tribune.com.pk 
More than 20 United States senators led by Jeanne Shaheen, Chris Van Hollen, Tim Kaine and Bernie Sanders introduced a privileged resolution Monday seeking a State Department report on violence in the occupied West Bank, including the deaths of American citizens. | The resolution, introduced under Section 502B(c) of the Foreign Assistance Act, would require the State Department to provide Congress with information about investigations into the killings of US citizens in the West Bank by illegal Israeli occupiers or Israeli security forces. | It would also seek an assessment of the human rights situation in the…
(2026-09-16). Zhejiang mooncakes gain overseas popularity ahead of Mid-Autumn Festival. ecns.cn As the Mid-Autumn Festival draws near, mooncake production and sales are in full swing in Wenzhou and Taizhou, Zhejiang Province, where local manufacturers are boosting domestic supply while expanding into overseas markets.
(2026-09-16). Sexual violence: An invisible global crisis. icrc.org An ICRC special appeal…
(2026-09-16). Youngest Black Mayor In Georgia Removed From Office. newsone.com 
Source: Paras Griffin / Getty | Jayden Williams, the 23-year-old who was Georgia's youngest Black mayor, was removed as mayor of Stockbridge, Ga., for misusing city funds and engaging in inappropriate, sexually explicit communications with a teenager, On Sunday, the Stockbridge City Council voted 3-0 to remove Williams from office less than a year after he was elected. Although the mayor's role in Stockbridge is mostly ceremonial, Williams gained considerable…
(2026-09-16). UPS worker Paul Roberts killed on the job 13 days before retirement. wsws.org Roberts is the latest in a series of UPS workers to die on the job, as the company carries out a massive restructuring effort which has axed tens of thousands of jobs.
(2026-09-16). A Delayed Yes Can Be More Honest. moguldom.com Most people think honesty lives in the words themselves. Say yes if you mean yes. Say no if you mean no. Simple. But in real life, honesty often shows up one step earlier, in the pause before the answer. A fast yes can sound warm, generous, and easy. It can also be wildly inaccurate. We …
(2026-09-16). Sunday 9/27: Film Showing ⚪ Salt of the Earth. indybay.org New Valencia Hall, 747 Polk St., San Francisco…
(2026-09-16). Tianjin to launch scenario innovation platform at 2026 private enterprise investment fair. ecns.cn The 2026 China Private Enterprise Investment and Financing Fair will be held in Tianjin from Sept. 22 to 23, the Information Office of the Tianjin Municipal People's Government announced at a press briefing on Monday.
(2026-09-16). Saturday 9/19: 50 Years Since the Death of Mao Zedong and the Defeat of Socialism in China. indybay.org Revolution Books | 2444 Durant Avenue | Berkeley, CA…
(2026-09-16). Macklemore's tour cancellation shows why celebrities don't criticize Israel. mronline.org 
American oligarchs kicking an artist off a tour for supporting Palestine is a very in-your-face illustration of why mainstream culture is so vapid and fake these days.
(2026-09-16). New DHS Report From Skewers Alligator Alcatraz As Inhumane, Especially 'Calming Areas' The Size Of Animal Cages. newsone.com 
Source: Joe Raedle / Getty | The open-air prison camp for immigrant detention in Florida—officially named the Florida Soft-Sided Facility, but known colloquially as "Alligator Alcatraz"—was not fit for human habitation, even by the standards of ICE, the Department of Homeland Security said in a report released on Monday. | The DHS Office of Inspector General (OIG), an internal watchdog group, The state-run facility,…
(2026-09-16). Saturday 9/26: Fly 100 Kites for Palestine! indybay.org Chrissy Field, San Francisco…
(2026-09-16). Sunday 10/4: Resisting Authoritarianism: A Workshop About PROJECT ESTHER. indybay.org UUSF 1187 Franklin St. | San Francisco | TSK Room…
(2026-09-16). Philippines: Families honour Marawi missing for International Day of the Disappeared. icrc.org
(2026-09-16). 2025 Special Report on Weapon contamination and victim assistance. icrc.org
(2026-09-16). ICRC team meets authorities at Israeli military detention facility as part of efforts to reinstate access. icrc.org
(2026-09-16). Coons defeats challengers in Delaware's Democratic primary for U.S. Senate. whyy.org
(2026-09-16). International Day of the Disappeared: Supporting Families of Missing Persons. icrc.org
(2026-09-16). Trump's govt makes 'treasonous' claim of weapons shortages. responsiblestatecraft.org
(2026-09-16). Building Damaged by Israeli Strikes Collapses, Killing 21 Palestinians, Including 12 Children. news.antiwar.com
(2026-09-16). Lebanon: Guide to Law 105 on the Missing and Forcibly Disappeared Persons. icrc.org
(2026-09-16). South Sudan: A Lifeline Under Pressure. icrc.org
(2026-09-16). Iran's Threat to cut undersea cables in Hormuz a serious Threat to Gulf States. juancole.com
(2026-09-16). Saudi Arabia issues 'red line' warning to Houthis after drone intercepted near Mecca. ptcnews.tv
(2026-09-16). U.S. journalist debunks 'China squeeze' narrative: China's 1.4 billion consumers present wonderful opportunity for global companies. ecns.cn
(2026-09-16). Philippines: How clean water reached a remote village in Misamis Oriental. icrc.org
(2026-09-16). South Africa: ICRC president visits Pretoria as part of global effort to build political commitment to international humanitarian law. icrc.org
(2026-09-16). War, What Is It Good For? Absolutely Everything (As Far as Washington Is Concerned). juancole.com
(2026-09-16). ICRC director-general concludes visits to Oman and Qatar, strengthening humanitarian dialogue and partnerships. icrc.org
(2026-09-16). My Daughter Belongs at Home, Not in an Institution. otherwords.org
(2026-09-16). Attacks on Saudi oil expose Iraqi PM's struggle to control armed factions. aljazeera.com
(2026-09-16). Our work in Israel and the Occupied Territories: January to June 2026. icrc.org
(2026-09-16). The Supreme Court and Brazil's transformation into an ESG republic. strategic-culture.su
(2026-09-16). Perry Anderson: Introduction: Correspondence with Carlo Ginzburg. newleftreview.org
(2026-09-16). The human cost of not knowing: Families search for missing loved ones with the support of the ICRC. icrc.org
(2026-09-16). What NATO leaves behind as it pulls back from Kosovo. responsiblestatecraft.org
(2026-09-16). South Sudan: Facts and Figures, January – June 2026. icrc.org
(2026-09-16). Nepal: Operational update on humanitarian response after devastating floods. icrc.org
(2026-09-16). Sri Lanka: Sustained and collective efforts are critical to address the issue of missing persons. icrc.org
(2026-09-16). Colombia: The ICRC assesses the needs of communities affected by armed conflict following the earthquake. icrc.org
(2026-09-16). Will Reform's new wealth install it in government or drive voters away in droves? strategic-culture.su
(2026-09-16). Houthi drone intercepted near Makkah as Saudi-led coalition warns holy sites are 'red line'. geo.tv
(2026-09-16). "Wherever you are, I want you to know" Letters from families who are still searching for their loved ones in Latin America. icrc.org
(2026-09-16). Democratic Republic of the Congo: Shwandezi, the baby without a name. icrc.org
(2026-09-16). Joseph Arminio wins GOP primary, will face Rep. Sarah McBride for Delaware's lone U.S. House seat in November. whyy.org
(2026-09-16). Ethiopia: January to June 2026 Facts & Figures. icrc.org
(2026-09-16). Leading national contingent at Asian Games is a matter of pride, honour: Fatima Lakhani. tribune.com.pk 
Fatima Lakhani, who will become the first woman in Pakistan's history to lead the country's national contingent at the 20th Asian Games, termed the responsibility an honour and a matter of pride while expressing hope that Pakistan would achieve better results at the games. | Speaking exclusively to Express News before departing for the 20th Asian Games, which are going to begin in Japan on Saturday, Pakistan's chef de mission said the country had bright prospects of winning medals in several sports during the competition, which will continue until October 4. | She said these sports include athletics, kabaddi,…
(2026-09-16). Presence of US Troops in Southern Argentina Confirmed. orinocotribune.com The city of Ushuaia, capital of Tierra del Fuego province in southern Argentina, has become a stage of operations by US military personnel from the US Southern Command and the Marine Corps, according to documents confirming troop movements and rotations in recent months. Reports indicate that US military groups have entered and exited Tierra del …
(2026-09-16). Mario del Pero: Polarity's Dialectician. newleftreview.org Mario del Pero on Anders Stephanson, American Imperatives. Critical reflections on the Cold War as a strategy of US power-projection, from its preeminent historiographical iconoclast.
(2026-09-16). L'arte di non vincere: Iran, Ucraina e la geometria della prima metà del 2026. strategic-culture.su Le potenze emergenti del 2026 hanno imparato a non perdere; nessuna di esse è ancora riuscita a vincere, ovvero a trasformare un vantaggio in un ordine che gli avversari possano accettare senza sentirsi minacciati nella loro stessa esistenza | Segue nostro Hormuz, ovvero la vittoria come problema | C'è una domanda che i vincitori si pongono di rado e che invece attraversa, sottotraccia, ogni conversazione seria sulle guerre di questo 202…
(2026-09-16). Three killed after news helicopter goes down while covering deadly LA bus crash. geo.tv
(2026-09-16). Las Inteligencias Artificiales: Un riesgo para la Humanidad. indybay.org
(2026-09-15). Global AI Governance Is Coming — Will Washington Write the Rulebook? thinktank.pk The global debate over artificial intelligence has entered a new phase. The question is no longer simply whether governments should regulate AI. It is increasingly about who gets to write the rules that everyone else may eventually follow. Reports that OpenAI, Anthropic and Google are discussing the creation of a new AI standards body have …
(2026-09-15). Iran War Reveals the Biggest Vulnerability Behind US Military Power. thinktank.pk The United States has spent decades building an image of almost unlimited military power. Its aircraft carriers, stealth fighters, precision missiles, satellite networks and global bases have created the impression that Washington can sustain high-intensity warfare almost indefinitely. The war with Iran has exposed a different reality. A Pentagon inspector general report released in September …
(2026-09-15). Pakistan's Electronics Industry: Learning from China's Industrial Vision. thinktank.pk The electronics industry is no longer limited to the production of household appliances or consumer gadgets. It is a knowledge-based, technology-intensive and high value-added sector that supports modern manufacturing, telecommunications, artificial intelligence, defence, healthcare, transport and digital services. For Pakistan, developing this industry could create skilled employment, increase exports, reduce imports and provide a new …
(2026-09-15). Georgia Death Case Highlights The Urgent Need For The Supreme Court To Take A New Look At The Clemency Process In Death Penalty Cases. scheerpost.com Austin Sarat ScheerPost The state of Georgia plans to execute Stacey Humphreys on September 16. He was convicted and sentenced to death for a double murder that occurred in 2003. His case offers several examples of the serious problems that plague the death penalty system in this country, including one that generally draws little attention: …
(2026-09-15). This Week in People's History, Sep 16—22, 2026. portside.org This Week in People's History, Sep 16—22, 2026 |
(2026-09-15). UW Milwaukee, September 16, 2026: 'Motorcycle Diaries' Film Screening. wibailoutpeople.org 
The award winning film "Motorcycle Diaries" which UWM Union Cinema is showing free of charge at 6pm this Wednesday, Sept. 16, (2nd floor of UWM Student Union, 2200 East Kenwood Blvd., MKE 53211). Headlining UWM's films for National Latine Heritage Month, this Oscar winner, also recognized as the Best Foreign Film by the British Oscars (BAFTA), depicts the life-changing …
(2026-09-15). La ferrovia Cina-Kirghizistan-Uzbekistan ridisegna la connettività eurasiatica. strategic-culture.su