(2026-08-01). Xi fools Trump, arms Mojtaba with weapons worth $70000000 as war with USA reignites. hindustantimes.com Reports say Iran has signed a $60—70‚Äëmillion contract for 300—400 Chinese QW‚Äë12 and FN‚Äë16 shoulder‚Äëfired air‚Äëdefence systems, delivered via a Hong Kong intermediary, to harden low‚Äëaltitude defenses around bases and energy sites. This video asks whether that MANPADS deal shreds Xi's reported promise to Trump not to arm Iran—and how it could complicate US‚ÄëIsraeli air operations.
(2026-08-01). US looting of Venezuela continues amid earthquake disaster. wsws.org The widening humanitarian crisis has not stopped the Trump administration from withholding billions of dollars from Venezuelan oil sales—with estimates as high as 96.5 percent of the revenue.
(2026-08-01). Xi faces 1000-mile problem just before Taiwan 'war': Japan's new missiles can reach deep into China. hindustantimes.com Japan has successfully conducted its first live-fire test of a U.S.-made Tomahawk cruise missile from a warship, marking a major milestone in its expanding long-range strike capabilities. The test, carried out with U.S. support, comes as regional tensions with China and North Korea continue to rise. Tokyo is also moving ahead with plans to acquire up to 400 Tomahawk missiles, significantly enhancing its stand-off defense capability. The development is expected to deepen U.S.-Japan military cooperation and could have major implications for security across the Taiwan Strait and the wider Indo-Pacific region.
(2026-08-01). Russia bombs US weapons hub for 1st time in war: Shocked Trump realises nothing's safe from Putin. hindustantimes.com In a July 30 barrage, Russia killed at least eight civilians, destroyed homes in Radushne and hit a food plant in Pavlohrad, while a Kh‚Äë101 cruise missile overshot Ukraine and crashed in Poland's Lublin region, triggering NATO alarm. Moscow also wiped out US‚Äëowned Terminal Autonomy's Kyiv drone factory—its first direct strike on a US‚Äëregistered company in the war—just as Ukraine retaliated days earlier by destroying a high‚Äëvalue Murmansk‚ÄëBN electronic‚Äëwarfare station in occupied Crimea.
(2026-08-01). Lula and Morenoite-led union promote arms industry amid US offensive against Brazil. wsws.org The reactivation of Avibras, Brazil's largest arms manufacturer, exposes the alliance between the PT government, the military and the Morenoite union bureaucracy in defense of a nationalist and militarist program.
(2026-07-31). Analysis-Drone strike in Egypt sparks security concerns about Suez oil exports. al-monitor.com By Jonathan Saul, Marwa Rashad and Ahmad GhaddarLONDON, July 30 (Reuters) – A drone strike that damaged two gas tankers in Egyptian waters has renewed energy security concerns about the nearby Suez Canal and a related pipeline, a vital export route for Saudi Arabian oil since the beginning of the Iran war.Even as Iran and its Houthi allies have fired on tankers transiting the Strait of Hormuz and Bab el-Mandeb, Egypt's Suez Canal and Sumed pipeline continued to offer safe, northbound export routes for Saudi Red Sea energy cargoes.
(2026-07-31). Trump says US will hit Iran 'very hard,' wants to 'win' war. tribune.com.pk 
US President Donald Trump said on Friday that Washington will continue striking Iran "very hard," adding that the US wants to "win" the war. | Speaking to reporters during a Cabinet meeting at Camp David in Maryland, Trump said: "We just want to win. We're doing very well. We're trying to be as nice as you can be in a situation like that. But they're being decimated." | "It's very simple," he said, adding: "Iran will not have a nuclear weapon." | "We'll be hitting Iran very hard, and at some point, they're going to say, 'We just can't take it anymore'," Trump added. | TODAY: President Trump gathers his Cabinet…
(2026-07-31). US issues sanctions targeting support networks for Iran's Mahan Air. al-monitor.com WASHINGTON, July 30 (Reuters) – The United States on Thursday issued new sanctions on Thursday targeting global networks supporting Mahan Air, the Iranian carrier Washington says transports Iran's Revolutionary Guards personnel, as well as weapons and drones. The U.S. Treasury designated six entities and individuals in China, India, Russia and Iran, including several companies that act as sales agents for the U.S.- and E.U.-sanctioned airline, the department said in a statement.
(2026-07-31). Is Kim Jong Un helping Russia to hunt Ukrainian cities? Zelensky claims, 'North Korean missiles…'. hindustantimes.com Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has claimed that Russia likely used a North Korean-made ballistic missile in its latest strike on Ukraine. Calling it preliminary information pending expert verification, Zelensky accused Moscow and Pyongyang of deepening military cooperation and urged Ukraine's allies to provide more air defense missiles. He argued that stronger military support is needed to counter Russian attacks and alleged that President Vladimir Putin continues seeking weapons from North Korea and Iran to sustain the war. Watch the latest updates, Zelensky's full statement, and the developments surroun…
(2026-07-31). Exclusive-Yemen's Houthis are attacking Saudi Arabia from Iraq, sources say. al-monitor.com By Timour Azhari and Mohammed GhobariRIYADH, July 30 (Reuters) – Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis attacked Saudi Arabia this week from Iraqi territory in coordination with Iraqi armed groups, according to assessments by Saudi Arabia and regional partners, reflecting growing coordination among Iran-aligned militias, two officials in the region said.
(2026-07-31). Yemen, an Islamic betrayal and the expanding battlefield. thealtworld.com Never underestimate Yemen. Yemen shall resolutely match escalation for escalation. Just as Iran is doing. | The divided lands of Islam never cease to amaze — and deceive — when it comes to their serial stark betrayal of the principles of Islam. | The House of Saud has launched a "coalition" against Yemen — under the pretext of protecting shipping in the Red Sea. | Only shipping from Saudi Arabia is blockaded in the Red Sea by Yemen's Ansarallah. That's "a siege against a siege": Sana'a after all is under an illegal Saudi blockade for over 11 years. | The Bab al-Mandab is not blockaded: only for…
(2026-07-31). Israel and US Ridiculed for Reportedly Considering "Land Blockade" of Iran. truthout.org As reports say that some within the U.S. government believe that they are facing "strategic defeat" in the war on Iran, new reporting says that the U.S. and Israel are considering a land blockade of Iran — which would involve some level of cooperation from the seven countries that share a land border with the country. The land blockade idea is one of various operations being discussed as… |
(2026-07-31). Is Trump's Gaza Breakthrough the First Step Toward a Historic US-Iran Deal? thinktank.pk For decades, every American administration has entered the Middle East promising stability and left confronting the same reality: the region's conflicts are deeply interconnected. Gaza, Lebanon, Syria, Iran, the Gulf monarchies, the Red Sea, and the wider Arab-Israeli dispute have never functioned as isolated crises. Instead, they form a strategic ecosystem in which progress—or failure—in …
(2026-07-31). Thursday 7/30: Iran War and Protests Outside 4 U.S. Drone Bases: "Refuse Illegal Orders" CA, NY, NV, NM. indybay.org Beale AFB, Marysville, Calif.: toby4peace@sonic.net, 510-501-5412 (July 30 Action) | Holloman AFB, Alamogordo, N.M.: dyldav@proton.me, (575) 528-8671 (July 30 Action) | Nellis AFB, Las Vegas, Nev.: Kb11680@gmail.com, (702) 417-4607 (July 30 Action)…
(2026-07-31). Renewed Iran war raises US missile supply concerns. al-monitor.com Tehran's forces have carried out frequent missile and drone attacks in the Middle East since the breakdown of the US-Iran ceasefire, raising renewed concerns about Washington's supply of the weapons needed to intercept them. | Highlighting the issue, the US military said it shot down multiple ballistic missiles fired by Tehran in an "attempted surprise attack" this week, following a deadly Iranian strike on American troops in Jordan earlier this month.
(2026-07-31). Iran sees Qeshm as proof: When US loses on battlefield, then Trump's forces bomb civilians instead. hindustantimes.com Iran has accused the United States of targeting civilian areas after a reported strike on Qeshm Island, with Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf warning that Washington would "pay the price" for the attack. Ghalibaf claimed the strike hit residential homes and described it as part of what he called a series of U.S. actions against Iran. Tehran said its armed forces would continue responding to military threats while accusing Washington of escalating tensions. The allegations come as relations between Iran and the United States remain highly strained following a series of military exchanges and ris…
(2026-07-31). Iran's new calculus: Strike first, talk later. al-monitor.com An increasingly emboldened Tehran has put President Donald Trump in a bind.
(2026-07-31). Tuesday 7/28: Stop The War with Iran STANDOUT. indybay.org Window on the Bay Park | 717 Del Monte Ave Monterey…
(2026-07-31). Netanyahu, Israel defence minister say Israeli forces destroyed Hezbollah tunnels. tribune.com.pk 
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defence Minister Israel Katz said early on Friday that Israeli forces had blown up a tunnel system used by the Hezbollah group in southern Lebanon. | In a joint statement, they said the tunnels in the Beaufort area formed a key part of Hezbollah's plan to infiltrate communities in the Galilee. | They noted that around 700 tons of explosives were used in the operation, describing it as part of an ongoing campaign to dismantle Hezbollah's infrastructure in southern Lebanon. | The statement said the operation came after Hezbollah's "blatant violation" of the ceasefire…
(2026-07-31). Turkey ready to participate in post-UNIFIL force in Lebanon, Erdogan tells Aoun. al-monitor.com Aoun paid a one-day visit to Ankara amid Lebanon's push to secure an Israeli withdrawal and end the fighting between Israel and Hezbollah.
(2026-07-31). Saturday 8/1: Build a Movement for the Prosecution of U.S. Leaders. indybay.org Register at bit.ly/TAGMassMeeting…
(2026-07-31). US bars imports from 43 more companies over China's alleged forced labour involving Uighurs. tribune.com.pk 
The United States on Friday banned imports from 43 more companies over alleged human rights abuses of Uighur and other minority groups, including Hunan Aihua Group, one of China's largest capacitor manufacturers, according to a government posting. | The companies were added to the Uighur Forced Labour Prevention Act Entity List, which restricts the import of goods tied to what the US has determined are China's alleged human rights abuses and ongoing genocide in the Xinjiang region. | The latest additions also include companies in the pharmace…
(2026-07-31). War Crimes Case Re-Opened. scheerpost.com John McEvoy Declassified UK The Metropolitan Police Service has reversed its decision to close a war crimes probe into U.K. nationals who fought for Israel amid the Gaza genocide, it can be revealed. The 240-page referral was first submitted by the Public Interest Law Centre (PILC) and the Palestinian Centre for Human Rights (PCHR) in …
(2026-07-31). India's arms exports to Israel 'continue' despite Gaza genocide complicity risks. geo.tv Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his Indian counterpart Narendra Modi raise their arms upon Netanyahu's arrival at Air Force Station Palam in New Delhi, India, January 14, 2018. Indian firms supplied parts for military-grade weapons.State-owned companies also…
(2026-07-31). Saturday 8/1: Free virtual screening of the short documentary film "A Cartography of Genocide" indybay.org Zoom | us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_5lG9……
(2026-07-31). Mass arrests of Palestine Action defenders outside Westminster Magistrates Court. wsws.org Since the Labour government's proscription of Palestine Action one year ago, 3,500 people have been arrested under the Terrorism Act (2000) for holding cardboard signs reading, "I oppose genocide, I support Palestine Action."
(2026-07-31). Nobel Peace Prize winner Murad says justice for Yazidis far too slow. al-monitor.com Twelve years after the Islamic State's "genocide" of Yazidis in Iraq, Nadia Murad, a former sex slave of the jihadist group, said Thursday that progress towards justice remains far too slow. | IS jihadists seized large swathes of northern Syria and neighbouring Iraq in 2014, declaring a so-called caliphate.
(2026-07-31). US resumes strikes on Iran as global war escalates. wsws.org Trump ordered a pause to 13 nights of US air strikes on Iranian targets Friday under conditions in which US munition stockpiles, especially for its missile defence systems, are running low. However, recent days have underscored that American imperialism and its allies continue to systematically escalate the war.
(2026-07-31). Cuba Secures a Place in both finals of the Central American and Caribbean Games Beach Volleyball Tournament. radiohc.cu Havana, July 31 (RHC) — Cuba will be present today in the two finals of the beach volleyball of the XXV Central American and Caribbean Games Santo Domingo 2026, in a day marked by the intensity of the competition and the heat of the Malecón Deportivo. | Just a few minutes ago, the Cuban women's doubles team of Kailin Garrido and Maykelin Cardona secured their place in the final after defeating Mexicans Susana Torres and Abril Flores 2-1 in a hard-fought semifinal. | The Cubans started strong, taking the first set 21-18, but their opponents rallied in the second, winning 21-16 and forcing a tiebreaker. In the…
(2026-07-31). Tuesday 8/11: Cuba Community Call. indybay.org Zoom | www.codepink.org/cubacall811…
(2026-07-31). Cuban Diver Ruiz Contributed Bronze in Santo Domingo 2026. radiohc.cu Havana, July 31 (RHC) — Cuban diver Prisis Ruiz today achieved safe and clean executions on the one-meter springboard and contributed a meritorious bronze to her delegation at the XXV Central American and Caribbean Games Santo Domingo 2026. | At the Juan Pablo Duarte Aquatic Center in Santo Domingo, the 24-year-old once again broke records with precision and elegance, a flawless grip on the board, and dives with perfectly defined angles, scoring 248.50 points. | However, Mexico's Rut Páez reaffirmed her country's dominance in the event, demonstrating absolute control in her performances and achieving a score…
(2026-07-31). 7/30 Americas Watch: U.S. gov't terrorists weaponize subpoenas vs. the Left. indybay.org Plus: Notable list of activists, organizations & media, and the reasons they're cited according to the "Cuba Report…
(2026-07-31). Cuba vs. Venezuela in the Women's Hockey Semifinal in Santo Domingo. radiohc.cu Havana, July 31 (RHC) — Cuba finished the group stage undefeated and will face Venezuela on Saturday in the semifinal of the women's field hockey competition at the XXV Central American and Caribbean Games. | The culmination of their performance that allowed them to lead Group B was sealed with a resounding 9-0 victory over Bermuda, with Sheila Darias, Yulitza Martínez, and Yuraima Vera each contributing two goals. | Yolaini Tamayo, Alexyane Ramírez, and Aglays Serrano completed the scoring, split evenly between the first, second, and fourth periods. | With this display of superiority, the Cuban team continu…
(2026-07-31). Cuba Defeats Mexico and Secures the Bronze Medal in Volleyball. radiohc.cu Havana, July 31 (RHC) — The Cuban team defeated Mexico 3-0 and secured the bronze medal in the men's volleyball tournament at the XXV Central American and Caribbean Games. | The Cubans won with straight sets of 25-22, 26-24, and 25-16, giving the island its fifth bronze medal in the history of these multi-sport games, which are celebrating their centennial today in Havana. | Although they were unable to retain the title they won at the 2023 San Salvador Games, Cuba maintains its lead in the medal count with a total of 19: 11 gold, three silver, and five bronze. | In their final match, the Cuban team displaye…
(2026-07-31). The road is difficult, but the will to win is unwavering. radiohc.cu Speech delivered by Miguel Mario Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, First Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Cuba and President of the Republic, at the closing of the Seventh Ordinary Session of the National Assembly of People's Power in its Tenth Legislature, at the Convention Palace, on July 30, 2026, "Year of the Centenary of Commander-in-Chief Fidel Castro Ruz."
(2026-07-31). Brahim Mokhtar Buyema: "The failure to resolve these issues is the signal of a much bigger war!" unitedworldint.com By Brahim Mokhtar Buyema, Director General for Asian Affairs at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Former Minister of State, Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic The international conference entitled "The Alliance to Prevent a Great War," organized by the World Civilizations Initiative Research Center, was held at the Meyra Palace Hotel in Ankara on 18—19 July 2026. …
(2026-07-31). Main points from Board of Peace's Gaza ceasefire plan>. geo.tv US President Donald Trump holds the charter during a signing ceremony on his Board of Peace. — ReutersThe Board of Peace has published its 15-point "roadmap" for implementing US President Donald Trump's Gaza ceasefire plan, including provisions for Hamas's disarmament and Israel's…
(2026-07-31). Three-year roadmap proposed for Hamas disarmament in Gaza. aljazeera.com Under a US-backed proposal, Hamas and Israel would have 14 days to finalise Gaza's political transition…
(2026-07-31). Hamas agrees to deal for disarmament, Israel's withdrawal from Gaza. al-monitor.com Hamas said Friday it agreed to a deal to end the war with Israel that included provisions addressing its weapons and the gradual withdrawal of Israeli forces from the Gaza Strip. | The group's disarmament has been one of the key sticking points in the advancement of a ceasefire deal that has been in place in Gaza since October.
(2026-07-31). Explainer-What is US President Donald Trump's 'Board of Peace'? al-monitor.com By Kanishka Singh and Simon LewisWASHINGTON, July 30 (Reuters) – U.S. President Donald Trump said on Thursday his so-called Board of Peace reached a deal for the total disarmament ‚Äåof Hamas and other armed groups in Gaza and the withdrawal of Israeli forces from the territory. Trump said the agreement was "historic" and will be implemented in phases, with Israeli forces, which control about two-thirds of Gaza as of late April, withdrawing from the territory as disarmament proceeds.
(2026-07-31). Palestinian sources reveal roadmap for 2nd phase of Gaza ceasefire agreement. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-07-31). UAW president faces political retaliation over Gaza ceasefire stance. peoplesworld.org 
DETROIT—While United Auto Workers President Shawn Fain continues to be under federal investigation, new allegations from the union claim that the court-appointed federal monitor has engaged in a years-long campaign of political retaliation against Fain, after the UAW called for a ceasefire in Gaza. The Department of Justice opened a grand jury investigation into Fain …
(2026-07-31). Trump says 'Board of Peace' reaches Gaza disarmament deal. al-monitor.com July 30 (Reuters) – U.S. President Donald Trump said on Thursday his so-called "Board of Peace" reached an agreement for the complete disarmament of Palestinian Hamas militants and other armed groups in Gaza.In a post on Truth Social, Trump cast it as a "major milestone in the implementation of the Trump 20-Point Plan" to end Israel's war in Gaza.Trump said the deal would be carried out in phases, with Israeli forces withdrawing as disarmament proceeds and an International Stabilization Force working with a new Palestinian police force to secure the enclave.
(2026-07-31). Saturday 8/15: "They Have Names" a theatrical act in solidarity with Gaza. indybay.org Uptown Gallery @ Sumud Mural | 401 26th Street, Oakland, CA 94612…
(2026-07-31). Hamas says it agrees to written Gaza ceasefire deal for 2nd phase tied to Israeli compliance. tribune.com.pk 
Hamas on Friday agreed to a written agreement for the second phase of the Gaza ceasefire based on a "comprehensive package" of reciprocal and simultaneous commitments, conditional on Israel's full implementation of the first phase, according to senior Hamas official Ghazi Hamad. | Hamad, a member of Hamas' political bureau and its negotiating delegation, said the group had approved a "clear, written agreement" covering Israel's withdrawal from the Gaza Strip, reconstruction, the deployment of international forces, the assumption of duties by the National Committee for Administration of Gaza, and weapons arrang…
(2026-07-31). Trump says US has 'understanding' with Israel on Hamas disarmament deal. aljazeera.com Israel has not yet agreed to plan for Hamas to surrender weapons in exchange for full Israeli withdrawal from Gaza.
(2026-07-31). Venezuela government and opposition to hold talks aimed at path to election. aljazeera.com Talks to be led by former lawmaker Dinorah Figuera as opposition figure Maria Corina Machado left out of proceedings.
(2026-07-31). Trump convenes Cabinet at Camp David amid simmering Iran war. tribune.com.pk 
President Donald Trump convenes a Cabinet meeting on Friday at his Camp David retreat as he grapples with how to resolve his war against Iran and bring down gasoline prices that are threatening Republicans in November midterm elections. | Unlike some past presidents, Trump has largely stayed away from the mountaintop presidential redoubt in western Maryland, preferring to spend time at his golf resorts when not at the White House. This will be his third trip to Camp David in his second term. | White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt told reporters at a briefing last week that this would be the 13th Cabine…
(2026-07-31). Tall Poppy Syndrome: what's behind cutting down excellence. tribune.com.pk 
Hard work, dedication and personal growth are often thought of as factors that lead to success. In many cultures including collectivist societies like Pakistan and other Asian cultures where sometimes standing out and being different can lead to criticism. A talented student may be labelled as a teacher's favourite, a hardworking employee may be accused of seeking attention, and an innovative professional may be criticised for thinking too highly of himself. This is a psychological and social phenomenon, the Tall Poppy Syndrome, referred to when exceptional success or achievement is criticised, undermined or d…
(2026-07-31). IGAD Resumes Mission in Khartoum as Sudan Rejoins Regional Bloc. plusnews.ug 
The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) has officially reopened its Mission in Khartoum, marking renewed regional engagement to support peace and stability in Sudan and the wider Horn of Africa, following Sudan's return to full IGAD participation earlier this year. IGAD Executive Secretary, Workneh Gebeyehu, officially reopened the mission during his high-level visit to Sudan, …
(2026-07-31). Trump Seeks Extradition of Pro-Palestine Activist Amid Crackdown on the US Left. truthout.org On July 10, activist James "Fergie" Chambers was arrested in Ibiza, Spain after the Trump administration requested his extradition. Chambers, an heir to the Cox Communications family fortune, has used his vast inheritance to fund pro-Palestine organizations for years. The indictment accuses him of "international money laundering… with the intent to provide material support to and resources to… |
(2026-07-31). Japan launches national intelligence bureau amid criticism over Takaichi government's alleged push for a wartime system. ecns.cn Several Japanese and foreign media outlets have warned that, the expansion of intelligence powers, coupled with a lack of effective oversight, could lead to the abuse of power, interference in domestic politics, and the erosion of civil liberties, while further undermining Japan's postwar framework for security oversight.
(2026-07-31). Inside the longest refugee protest in history. wagingnonviolence.org 
This article For over 670 days, refugees trapped in a UN camp have maintained a daily sit-in in the Sahara Desert to demand basic human rights. | This article
(2026-07-31). Jam Kamal orders transparent trade body elections. tribune.com.pk 
Commerce Minister Jam Kamal Khan has directed the Director General Trade Organisations (DGTO) to ensure that the upcoming nationwide elections of chambers of commerce and trade associations are conducted in a transparent, fair and credible manner through strengthened monitoring, digitalisation and institutional reforms, according to a statement on Friday. | Addressing the media after receiving a briefing from DGTO Bilal Khan Pasha on preparations for the 2026-28 elections, the minister said the government remains committed to strengthening the institutional framework governing trade organisations. | Following…
(2026-07-31). Bunker Talk: Let's Talk About All The Things We Did And Didn't Cover This Week. twz.com Welcome to Bunker Talk. This is a weekend open discussion post for the best commenting crew on the net, in which we can chat about all the stuff that went on this week that we didn't cover. We can also talk about the stuff we did or whatever else grabs your interest. In other words, it's an off-topic thread. | This week's caption reads: | U.S. Air Force 2nd Lt. Garret Burgess, 490th Missile Squadron nuclear and missile operations officer, pulls a blast door inside a launch control center at Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana, April 11, 2026. The blast door secures access to the underground Launch Control Center…
(2026-07-31). Former Israeli envoy says Tel Aviv's influence in Washington has 'diminished sharply' under Trump. tribune.com.pk 
Former Israeli Ambassador to the United States Mike Herzog warned that Israel's influence over decision-making in Washington has declined sharply under US President Donald Trump, the Israeli newspaper The Jerusalem Post reported Thursday. | In an interview with Israeli radio station 103FM, cited by The Jerusalem Post, Herzog said the relationship between Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Trump had lost some of its previous closeness. "I think something in the intimacy of the relationship has been damaged," Herzog said. | His remarks came after Netanyahu described a recent meeting with Trump as one…
(2026-07-31). $55 Central Park bike ride sparks backlash over Citi Bike pricing. ecns.cn A New York resident's $54.98 bill for a 111-minute bicycle ride around Central Park has triggered widespread criticism of the city's bike-share program.
(2026-07-31). Table Tennis Super League fuels Xiong'an economy>. ecns.cn The 2026 China Table Tennis Club Super League is underway at Xiong'an Sports Center, where tickets double as discount vouchers for dining, lodging and tours.
(2026-07-31). For the Second Time, Lawmakers Failed to Fix California's Warning System for Teacher Misconduct. nationofchange.org California is set to launch a database for school support staff, such as bus drivers and janitors, with substantiated claims of egregious misconduct. Setting up a similar system for public school teachers, however, is proving more complicated.
(2026-07-31). The Movement Against Big Tech's Flock Cameras Transcends Partisanship—and It's Winning. nationofchange.org Much like the resistance to AI data centers, the opposition to Flock surveillance cameras has brought the left and the right together against billionaires who are trying to force America into becoming even more of a police state.
(2026-07-31). WHYY Newscast for Friday 7:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-07-31). Stevens Posts Bizarre, Racist Rant Against El-Sayed as He Surges Ahead in Polls. truthout.org On Thursday, Rep. Haley Stevens (D-Michigan) posted a bizarre and racist rant against opponent Abdul El-Sayed over his criticisms of AIPAC — even as Stevens's campaign has already faced pushback for embracing bigoted attacks. In a post on X addressed directly to El-Sayed late Thursday evening, Stevens said that "[e]veryone in America understands you want to blame all of your problems on… |
(2026-07-31). American workers and youth are turning towards socialism. wsws.org A series of new opinion polls give a glimpse of the rapid shift to the left among working people in response to Trump's wars, inflation and attacks on democratic rights, and the refusal of the Democratic Party to fight.
(2026-07-31). Burnham pledges nuclear weapons submarines to be paid for by welfare cuts. wsws.org The £8.4 billion pledged for the next phase of Britain's Dreadnought nuclear armed submarine programme was the first significant funding announcement of Burnham's premiership, committing him to austerity and war.
(2026-07-31). At least 25 people killed, dozens injured in Algeria bus crash. aljazeera.com At least 25 people have been killed and dozens others injured in a bus crash in Algeria.
(2026-07-31). Madison: Corey's Corner Peoples' Needs July 31, 2026. wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-07-31). Israeli Defense Ministry Plan Suggests Potential War Crimes. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Palestinians collect their belongings from their evacuated homes after the Israeli army issued a number of short-term access permits for residents of the occupied West Bank refugee camp of Tulkarem, June 17, 2026. | © 2026 Majdi Mohammed/AP Photo…
(2026-07-31). US Senate's Fauci hearing renews COVID origin debate but reveals little. aljazeera.com Hearing underscores years-long partisan divide on lightning-rod issue fuelled by misleading White House claims.
(2026-07-31). WHYY Newscast for Friday 4:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-07-31). Saturday 8/1: March Against the Madness. indybay.org approx 1 mile march starts at 5pm at: | Valor Partners | 260 Homer Ave | Palo Alto, CA 94301 | and ends with short rally at approximately 5: 45pm at | Palantir | 100 Hamilton. Ave. | downtown Palo Alto | (corner Hamilton Ave/Alma St. demo is on the Alma side of…
(2026-07-31). Pathirage tops Chopra, Nadeem for Commonwealth Games javelin gold — updates. aljazeera.com All the live commentary stream coverage updates as Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage sees off Neeraj Chopra and Arshad Nadeem.
(2026-07-31). Global Mechanism on ICTs: Statement on international law. icrc.org Statement delivered by Noa Schreuer, Legal Adviser, at the first substantial plenary session of the UN Global Mechanism on ICTs, New York, 22 July 2026.
(2026-07-31). WHYY Newscast for Friday 2:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-07-31). Access to Abortion in Kansas Is at Stake August 4 — But Voters May Not Know It. scheerpost.com By Lauren Rankin This article was originally published by Truthout Kansas's safe haven status is now threatened again by abortion opponents who have decided to simply rewrite the rules. If there's one thing we've learned from abortion opponents, it's that abortion rights, no matter how many times they are affirmed and supported by the electorate, …
(2026-07-31). "Humanitarian challenges today are global, and so must be the solutions" icrc.org Launch of the 2025 Beijing Symposium Report…
(2026-07-31). Friday 8/7: Artistic Free Speech Day in SF! indybay.org In Lafayette Park (between Gough, Sacramento, Laguna and Washington Streets) close to the Gough Street side of the park, in the "meadow gathering space" between Washington Street and the tennis courts.
(2026-07-31). Music festival empowers elderly to enjoy later life. ecns.cn Experts noted that the event helps Dandong build a new model for integrated cultural and tourism development targeting the "silver economy."
(2026-07-31). 'Strategic partner': Peru's Fujimori plans to intensify ties with the US. aljazeera.com Peru's newly inaugurated president indicates her government will join Trump's Shield of the Americas coalition.
(2026-07-31). What's Happening At Pacifica? indybay.org Pacifica Foundation which runs KPFA, KPFK, KPFT, WBAI and WPFW is having a national election under new bylaws which are being challenged by listeners and programmers. The new election is already coming under challenge for the removal of candidates who are running in opposition to the present majority of the Pacifica Board .
(2026-07-31). Children face higher threat of US deportation as legal support deal expires. aljazeera.com Advocates warn expiring contract could leave 24,000 children without legal representation, increasing risk of expulsion.
(2026-07-31). WHYY Newscast for Friday 6:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-07-31). Britain's ban on Palestine Action group to be considered by top court. al-monitor.com LONDON, July 30 (Reuters) – The United Kingdom's Supreme Court has said it will hear an appeal against a lower court ruling that Britain's decision to ban campaign group Palestine Action as a terrorist organisation was lawful.London's Court of Appeal ruled in June that proscribing Palestine Action under terrorism laws was lawful because of its support for violence, after the High Court ruled in February that the ban unlawfully interfered with freedom of expression.
(2026-07-31). New Zealand students condemn death threat against US socialist auto worker Will Lehman. wsws.org The IYSSE's club at Victoria University of Wellington passed a resolution condemning the threat made by United Auto Workers official Raymond Jensen Jr. against Lehman, who is running for president of the UAW on a socialist platform.
(2026-07-31). Legal debate intensifies over new provinces. tribune.com.pk 
As some senior government functionaries strongly advocate creating new provinces to improve governance, a debate intensifies among legal experts and political leaders over the constitutional procedure required to establish new administrative units. | Former additional attorney general Waqar Rana said the Constitution of Pakistan contains no express provision for creating new provinces. | "The Constitution of India, on the other hand, specifically provides for establishing new states under Articles 2 and 3. Article 239(4) of the Constitution of Pakistan caters only to the limited issue of altering the limits of…
(2026-07-31). Thursday 8/6: Tell Target to Stand Up To ICE! indybay.org Metreon Target: 789 Mission Street. Meet on the sidewalk by the Mission Street entrance.
(2026-07-31). Israeli Forces Have Killed US Citizens. Congress Wants to Deepen Military Ties. truthout.org Like me, Ay≈üenur Ezgi Eygi attended West Seattle High School. In September 2024, days before leaving to do advocacy work in the West Bank, she celebrated her birthday at Alki Beach — a local favorite spot for Seattleites. Not long after, Eygi was shot and killed by Israeli soldiers while observing a weekly protest against Israel's illegal settlements. Congress is now considering… |
(2026-07-31). The Future of Pain Relief: Managing Chronic Pain, Laughing Gas, and Safer Opioids. whyy.org Millions of people in the U.S. have chronic pain that's unresponsive to medical interventions. But there are new and comprehensive ways of treating pain. We explore how emotions, stress, sleep, and diet impact pain, a new option for easing labor pain, and emerging research that could reduce the addictive properties of opioids.
(2026-07-31). The Hormuz Energy Crisis becomes the Red Sea Crisis (Juan Cole and Ian Masters). juancole.com Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) — My | Larry Tye | Clay Risen">July 30, 2026 — Juan Cole | Larry Tye | Clay Risen | Transcript (produced by VoiceMe app and cleaned u…
(2026-07-31). ICE is arresting more people at Philadelphia International Airport, advocates say. Here's what to know. whyy.org 
Around 7 a.m. on July 11, Steven Melchiorre dropped off his girlfriend, Iliana Noeli Lick, at Philadelphia International Airport. | Lick, 30, an Argentine citizen and a South Philadelphia resident since September 2024, worked as a nanny for two families in the Point Breeze neighborhood. She was traveling with friends to Kansas City to watch her home country's soccer team take on England in a FIFA World Cup match. | "Did you find your gate?" Melchiorre texted her when he got back home. When he didn't get a response, he texted her again before falling back asleep: "Anyway, I love you. Have a safe flight." | But Mel…
(2026-07-31). China's total installed power capacity expected to exceed 50 bln kW by 2030. ecns.cn China's total installed power generation capacity is expected to exceed 50 billion kilowatts during the 15th Five-Year Plan period (2026-2030), a senior official with the China Electricity Council said Thursday.
(2026-07-31). Apple set to lose nearly $500b in value. tribune.com.pk 
Apple shares fell nearly 10% on Friday after a disappointing forecast showed that the iPhone maker was struggling to secure enough components as the AI-driven data centre boom strains global supply chains. | The drop, if sustained, would mark the stock's worst day since the pandemic-driven sell-off in March 2020. It would erase nearly $500 billion from Apple's market capitalisation and return the crown of the world's most valuable company to AI chip giant Nvidia, days after reclaiming it. | Tim Cook, widely hailed as a supply-chain genius, called the shortages "very significant" and said Apple had limited opti…
(2026-07-31). China Coast Guard patrols around Huangyan Dao to strengthen management of relevant waters. ecns.cn The China Coast Guard (CCG) on Thursday conducted law-enforcement patrols in the territorial sea of China's Huangyan Dao and its surrounding areas, it said in a statement released via its official WeChat account.
(2026-07-31). Monday 8/3: No Monarchs 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…
(2026-07-31). Kanbula Global Geopark officially unveiled in Qinghai. ecns.cn The Kanbula Global Geopark was officially unveiled on Thursday in Tongren, Huangnan Zang Autonomous Prefecture, northwest China's Qinghai Province.
(2026-07-31). East China city hosts Africa fair with over $29 million in intended deals. ecns.cn A supply and procurement fair focusing on African markets was held in Jinhua, a city in east China's Zhejiang province, on Thursday, bringing together over 100 buyers and nearly 200 local business representatives from Africa and Asia.
(2026-07-31). Singapore's employment expands for 19th straight quarter. ecns.cn Singapore's labour market sustained its upward momentum in the second quarter of 2026, with total employment rising for the 19th consecutive quarter.
(2026-07-31). Bonus Episode Five: The Clock Runs Out on Harrisburg. whyy.org On July 24th, 2026, the Pennsylvania General Assembly missed the deadline set by the state Supreme Court to rewrite the mandatory life without parole sentencing guidelines for second degree murder convictions. In March, the Supreme Court ruled mandatory life without parole sentences for second degree murder to be unconstitutional and gave lawmakers 120 days to create alternative sentencing guidelines. Now that the 120 days have passed without any new bills, the futures of the 1,100 people serving unconstitutional sentences are uncertain. | Cherri Gregg spoke with State Representative Andre D. Carroll, member o…
(2026-07-31). CPC leadership holds symposium to solicit advice on economic work. ecns.cn The Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee held a symposium with non-CPC personages to solicit opinions and suggestions on the country's current economic situation and economic work for the second half of the year.
(2026-07-31). With Karim Khan's Dismissal, The Elimination Of The War Crimes Court Is Near-Complete. scheerpost.com Jonathan Cook Substack The most important question we should be asking after Karim Khan's dismissal last week as chief prosecutor of the ICC — the international war crimes court in The Hague — is not whether he is guilty of "sexual misconduct" against another staff member, identified as "Sarah". That can only be decided through …
(2026-07-31). Chinese study offers new way to monitor colorectal cancer recurrence. ecns.cn A multicenter clinical trial in China has shown that ctDNA-guided surveillance can improve outcomes for patients with colorectal cancer after surgery, enabling earlier detection of recurrence.
(2026-07-31). Kamasi Washington's journey. whyy.org On this edition of Jukebox Journey, Kevin does an artist spotlight on modern jazz saxophone pioneer Kamasi Washington.
(2026-07-31). Free-Market Electricity Reform Advancing (Advocates for Consumer Regulated Electricity). wattsupwiththat.com The central message is simple: large new electric loads should be allowed to bring private power online without shifting costs or reliability risks onto existing ratepayers.
(2026-07-31). WHYY Newscast for Friday 9:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-07-31). Appointments Committee Approves Juma Witonze for State Minister for Internal Affairs. plusnews.ug 
Parliament's Appointments Committee approved Juma Witonze Kisekka for appointment as Minister of State for Internal Affairs, clearing the way for his formal appointment by President Yoweri Museveni. The committee, chaired by Speaker Jacob Marksons Oboth-Oboth and comprising Deputy Speaker Thomas Tayebwa alongside government and opposition legislators, vetted and approved Kisekka on Thursday, barely three days …
(2026-07-31). Haiti Needs Us. You can Help. Make Calls to Congressional Reps Now. wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-07-31). Guangxi's Qinzhou Port hits record H1 trade volume of 144.05 bln yuan. ecns.cn Port of Qinzhou registered import and export volume of 144.05 billion yuan in the first half of 2026, surging 32.8% year-on-year to a historic high for the period.
(2026-07-31). Democrats Call for an Ethics Investigation Into GOP Rep. Max Miller. truthout.org Democrats are calling for an ethics investigation into Republican Congressmember Max Miller of Ohio, who is facing allegations of domestic abuse as he runs for reelection. Miller's ex-wife Emily Moreno, daughter of Ohio Republican Senator Bernie Moreno, claims that Miller burned her by throwing hot water at her, held a gun to her head and fractured their 2-year-old daughter's collarbone. |
(2026-07-31). New Jersey is targeting algorithmic pricing by landlords as rents remain among nation's highest. whyy.org From Camden and Cherry Hill to Trenton and the Jersey Shore, what about life in New Jersey do you want WHYY News to cover? With New Jersey's housing costs among the highest in the country, Gov. Mikie Sherrill signed a measure last week that's designed to protect renters. The Sherrill said during a bill-signing ceremony on July 23 that housing affordabi…
(2026-07-31). Trump regime may be trying to kill Americans. indybay.org The convicted felon President Donald J, Trump and the Trump administration may be trying to kill Americans, one way or another.
(2026-07-31). The 2026 China-ASEAN Education Exchange Week kicks off in Guiyang. ecns.cn The 2026 China-ASEAN Education Exchange Week opened in Guiyang, Guizhou Province on Wednesday.
(2026-07-31). Good governance quintessential for Pakistan: DG ISPR. tribune.com.pk 
Director General Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) Lt-Gen Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry on Friday said an administrative reset should take place if it was required to ensure good governance, adding that any such changes must be carried out through constitutional and legal means and in accordance with the will of the people. | He made the remarks while addressing a news conference on the country's overall security situation, particularly the situation in Balochistan. | On Thursday, Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi said that Pakistan's existing governance system had collapsed and was no longer capable of addressing t…
(2026-07-31). AI-produced drama debuts on Chinese satellite TV. ecns.cn China's first mid-length costume drama on intangible cultural heritage, produced entirely by AIGC, recently aired on Anhui Satellite TV, a Chinese satellite television channel.
(2026-07-31). Bullet Holes in Protest Signs Look Real at Mountain View Demo Calling for Justice. indybay.org On July 25, a protest in Mountain View honored Lorenzo Salgado Araujo of Houston and Joan Sebastián Durán Guerrero of Maine and others killed by authorities. Some signs displayed bullet holes.
(2026-07-31). Missile on NATO soil becomes Poland's proof that starving Ukraine of air defense is a deadly game. hindustantimes.com Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said Warsaw is considering providing additional Patriot air defense systems to Ukraine after an explosion near Poland's border that was allegedly linked to a Russian missile. Tusk argued that stronger air defenses could help prevent future incidents and stressed that Poland's security is closely tied to Ukraine's defense. He also said the next 100 days could be decisive for the war and commented on recent tensions with Zelensky, describing the Ukrainian leader as having "good intentions" while acknowledging political differences. Watch the full statements and latest developments.
(2026-07-31). Poor Management of Community Funds Threatens Sustainability of Rural Water Sources in Agago. plusnews.ug 
Poor management of community maintenance funds is emerging as a major threat to the sustainability of rural water sources in Agago District, despite significant investments in expanding access to safe water. The concern was raised as the Lutheran World Federation (LWF) commissioned and handed over 247 newly drilled and rehabilitated boreholes, completing a four-year multimillion-Shilling …
(2026-07-31). Beijing-Taipei youth table tennis exchange opens with 200 players. ecns.cn The 2026 Beijing-Taipei youth table tennis exchange opened in Beijing on Thursday, with over 200 young representatives from both sides of the Taiwan Strait taking part.
(2026-07-31). Government Playing a Dangerous Game With Drone Cybersecurity. aclu.org Return of the zombie idea that software vulnerabilities can be reserved for good actors…
(2026-07-31). Wild giant panda spotted at 4,120 meters in SW China's Sichuan, sharing habitat with snow leopards. ecns.cn A wild giant panda was captured on infrared camera at an altitude of 4,120 meters in the Fengtongzhai National Nature Reserve in Ya'an, Sichuan Province, local authorities said on Thursday.
(2026-07-31). Undertaker jailed in UK for 'dreadful' practices. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-07-31). Wildfire emissions soar, exposing millions to worse air pollution. tribune.com.pk 
Wildfires in France and Spain have exposed millions of people to health-damaging air pollution over the last few days, scientists said on Thursday. | Smoke from fires contains a mix of pollutants that reduce air quality even hundreds of kilometres away. Scientists said they were particularly concerned about emissions of fine particulate matter, known as PM2.5, which is associated with cardiovascular diseases, lung cancer and respiratory problems. | "We know that this has a really major health effect, particularly when there's exposure over multiple days," said Theodore Keeping, a climate scientist at Imperial…
(2026-07-31). Pathirage beats Chopra and Nadeem to win Commonwealth gold in javelin. aljazeera.com Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage wins gold, while Neeraj Chopra takes silver, but Arshad Nadeem makes early exit.
(2026-07-31). Join the Convoy: How Batteries can Halt Emissions from Heavy Trucks. juancole.com Study: (
(2026-07-31). The deadly Atlantic route: Over 140 people die while fleeing from West Africa to Europe. wsws.org The mass deaths in the Atlantic and the Mediterranean will only cease when the EU and its member governments are overthrown and brought to trial for their crimes and the murder of thousands of refugees.
(2026-07-31). Tunisian wildfires expose failing infrastructure, community vulnerabilities. aljazeera.com For families in Tunisia's north, the wildfires have meant lost homes, livestock and harvests.
(2026-07-31). Watchdog reporting examines a pension officer's fossil fuel trades and a fire truck monopoly. nationofchange.org The Lever's latest investigations trace a California retirement chief's oil and gas stock trading and a spreading set of antitrust suits over who builds America's fire engines.
(2026-07-31). China In Photos: Chinese chip giant CXMT's market capitalization briefly surpasses 4 trillion yuan. ecns.cn The total market capitalization of Chinese memory chipmaker CXMT briefly exceeded 4 trillion yuan ($592.13 billion) on Friday morning.
(2026-07-31). Iran steps up diplomatic pressure over US military presence in Europe. geo.tv Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi attends a press conference alongside Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein , in Baghdad, Iraq, June 28, 2026. — Reuters Bulgaria approved deployment of eight US tanker aircraft and 250 personnel.Araqchi says move facilitated aggression…
(2026-07-31). Australian Labor Party's national conference hails savage assault on disability services as a "reform" wsws.org In Labor's doublespeak, getting the National Disability Insurance Scheme "back on track" means stripping it to the bone.
(2026-07-31). Elon Musk's Super PAC Plans to Spend Up to $120 Million in Midterm Races. truthout.org Multibillionaire Elon Musk has authorized his super political action committee (PAC) to spend millions of dollars in this year's midterm races, continuing a trend of huge investments seen in two recent election cycles. Musk's America PAC will spend between $100 million to $120 million in the next few months, focusing on Senate and House races across the U.S. The PAC will initially target… |
(2026-07-31). Trump says Hamas disarmament deal will be complex to deliver. aljazeera.com Trump said Israel strongly supports an agreement for the complete disarmament of Hamas…
(2026-07-31). Big Tech On The Path To Net Zero — 2026 Edition. wattsupwiththat.com after the level of sanctimony that these guys have engaged in, let alone censorship of others, nobody should forget that it was all a scam from the outset.
(2026-07-31). India's "Cockroach Movement" Woke Up a Nation. But Is It Already Asleep Again? scheerpost.com By Ashish Malhotra This article was originally published by Truthout India's Gen Z-led movement confronted Modi, but some see it as a missed opportunity for transformational change. Clad in a black T-shirt and sporting slightly unkempt hair, Abhijeet Dipke conducted the massive crowd in front of him. As they waved a sea of Indian flags …
(2026-07-31). China's light industry logs steady growth in H1. ecns.cn China's light industry posted steady growth in the first half of this year, with domestic consumption expanding and exports rising at a faster pace, according to data released by the China National Light Industry Council.
(2026-07-31). From dialogue partnership to strategic presence: Türkiye's next move in ASEAN. unitedworldint.com By Mehmet Enes Be≈üer Türkiye has become a Dialogue Partner of ASEAN, but a higher diplomatic title will not create regional influence on its own. Türkiye already has a broad cooperation agenda and an ASEAN—Türkiye Fund at the ASEAN Secretariat. The next step is to turn that existing fund into a predictable multi-year program, supported …
(2026-07-31). F-35B Crashes And Burns At Marine Corps Air Station Miramar (Updated). twz.com 
(2026-07-31). Volunteer Spotlight: Madison Chapter Member April Peterson. worldbeyondwar.org 
Each month, we share the stories of World BEYOND War volunteers around the world. Want to volunteer with World BEYOND War? Email .
; ⚪ Location: : | Madison, Wisconsin, U.S. | How did you get involved with anti-war activism and World BEYOND War (WBW)?: | I first connected with the What kinds of WBW activities do you…
(2026-07-31). Power, fear and submission. onlineopinion.com.au How a once serious party surrendered judgment, subordinating institutions to a single strongman—and what must be done before the republic dangerously erodes from within.
(2026-07-31). President Trump's Ratepayer Protection Pledge Shows How America Can Win the AI Race. wattsupwiththat.com The good news is that we do not have to choose one goal over the other. States across the Southeast are demonstrating that America can attract data centers, strengthen communities, protect customers, and compete in the AI race at the same time.
(2026-07-31). Death toll rises to 51 in SW China's Chongqing mountain collapse, 10 still missing. ecns.cn The death toll from a mountain collapse in Pengshui Miao and Tujia Autonomous County, southwest China's Chongqing, has risen to 51, and 10 people are still missing, local authorities said Thursday.
(2026-07-31). Keiko Fujimori's inaugural speech: A class war agenda for Peru's oligarchy and US imperialism. wsws.org The seven "objectives" announced by Peru's incoming president express the interests not simply of Fujimorism, but of the Peruvian financial oligarchy and US imperialism, at a moment of acute crisis of bourgeois rule.
(2026-07-31). Anthony Fauci's private diary and emails show he knew lockdowns failed. onlineopinion.com.au The most revealing Anthony Fauci interviews weren't on television. They were with himself.
(2026-07-31). Gordie Howe bridge opens amid Trump's tariff blackmail against Canada. wsws.org The opening of the vital Detroit-Windsor crossing exposes both the international integration of production and the efforts of the capitalist parties and union bureaucracies to divide workers through nationalism and trade war.
(2026-07-31). Court Orders Discovery In Blumenthal's Case Against US Govt, Recognizes Fourth Amendment Violations. scheerpost.com The Grayzone A federal court has granted discovery in Max Blumenthal's lawsuit against DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin, and called the seizure of his phones a violation of his constitutional rights. The judge framed the case as part of a wider assault on press freedom by the Trump administration. This article was adapted from the ADC and includes …
(2026-07-31). Four bodies found after Broad Peak avalanche. tribune.com.pk 
Search teams in Pakistan found four bodies after an avalanche on one of the world's highest mountains, with six people still missing from an expedition led by renowned British-Nepali climber Nirmal Purja, police said on Friday. | A spokesperson for police in the mountainous Gilgit-Baltistan region said search-and-rescue teams had reached the location the avalanche had struck on Thursday, cutting off contact with the international expedition that had been in the area. | Four bodies have been recovered, the police spokesperson said in a statement on Facebook, later adding that the two of them, of a Nepali climbe…
(2026-07-31). FTTH subscriptions expand to 2.8m. tribune.com.pk 
As Pakistan's digital development momentum gains pace, the fibre-to-the-home (FTTH) subscriptions have grown steadily to 2.8 million, supported by a robust fibre footprint spread over 234,000 kilometres, 5.1 million homes passed and six operational submarine cables. | Federal Minister for Economic Affairs Ahad Cheema chaired a meeting on the National Connectivity Plan, joined by Minister for IT and Telecom Shaza Fatima Khawaja and senior officials. | The meeting primarily focused on expanding access to high-speed internet in villages, remote areas and small towns to bridge the digital divide and unlock new eco…
(2026-07-31). Saturday 8/1: San José…Defend Democracy. indybay.org Winchester Shopping Center sign | 3137 Stevens Creek Blvd, San José, CA 95117…
(2026-07-31). Inside the case against the 'Michigan 8': Palestine activism recast as antisemitic terror. wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-07-31). Mallory Hawk releases debut album, 'Chinook,' helping her plant roots in Philadelphia through variety and introspection. whyy.org 
(2026-07-31). Wednesday 7/29: Block the Bombs Phonebank. indybay.org Online | actionnetwork.org/events/block-the-bombs……
(2026-07-31). European Countries See Remarkable Decline in Tooth Decay in Absence of Water Fluoridation. indybay.org Tooth decay declined equally in fluoridated and non-fluoridated countries of the world.
(2026-07-31). University of Washington names new Middle East Center director 3 months after political firing of Aria Fani. wsws.org The appointment follows the political removal of Aria Fani for criticizing US and Israeli military aggression, part of a nationwide campaign by university administrations to suppress anti-war and anti-Zionist speech.
(2026-07-31). Drug Shortages, Mask Sales Dominate Lira Regional Referral Hospital Baraza. plusnews.ug 
Drug shortages, face mask charges, and the need to expand specialised health services dominated discussions during the third Baraza at Lira Regional Referral Hospital (LRRH) on Thursday. The accountability meeting brought together officials from the Ministry of Health, hospital management, local leaders and members of the public to assess service delivery and provide residents with …
(2026-07-31). Friday 7/31: Discussion on: This is a Rare Time When Revolution Becomes Possible. indybay.org Revolution Books | 2444 Durant Avenue | Berkeley, CA…
(2026-07-31). Trump Contracts for Increased Production Capacity at Lockheed. indybay.org It will be hard to evaluate the impact of these contracts on Santa Cruz county locations of Lockheed because of the secret, cutting edge guidance technology in our precision targeting missiles. | Most of the money will go to red states.
(2026-07-31). National Nurses United drives to protect workers, patients vs corporate greed. peoplesworld.org 
WASHINGTON—The National Nurses United began an intensive campaign to protect their patients and worker safety on the job against the dangers and ravages of corporate greed. In letters to both congressional committees dealing with workers' issues and in an online petition the union wants viewers to send to lawmakers, the nurses warn "corporate greed could …
(2026-07-31). Red Sea Maritime Security Task Force Commander Talks Major Jump In Escort Requests. twz.com 
(2026-07-31). Algerian bus plunges into ravine killing at least 27. aljazeera.com Dozens also injured in accident outside the country's capital Algiers.
(2026-07-31). Tens of millions face Medicaid cutoff, as Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill" work requirements lock into place. wsws.org A seismic change in how Medicaid benefits are distributed—requiring millions of recipients to provide documentation of 80 hours of work or face cutoff—has largely flown under the radar.
(2026-07-31). Thousands of Migrant Kids Are Set to Lose to Legal Representation. truthout.org Thousands of unaccompanied immigrant children could lose their lawyers beginning Friday as federally funded contracts supporting them are set to expire, prompting advocates to warn that the move will leave vulnerable minors to face deportation proceedings frightened and alone. Since 2003, the US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has funded a nationwide network of around 100… |
(2026-07-31). China's trade promotion body OKs 1,529 overseas exhibition projects in H1 2026. ecns.cn China approved 1,529 overseas exhibition projects in the first half of 2026, according to data released by the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT) at a news conference on Friday.
(2026-07-31). Quetta mine blast death toll hits 34. tribune.com.pk 
The death toll from a methane gas explosion at a coalmine in the Sor Range area on the outskirts of Quetta rose to 34, the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) Balochistan said on Friday, as rescue teams continue efforts to reach the remaining miners trapped underground. | The bodies of 34 miners have been recovered so far following the explosion, which occurred on Thursday after methane gas accumulated inside the mine. The blast caused a large section of the mine to collapse, trapping dozens of miners under the debris. | Balochistan Chief Minister Mir Sarfraz Bugti took immediate notice of the inci…
(2026-07-31). Algeria bus crash kills at least 25: rescuers. geo.tv Civil defence personnel respond at the scene after a passenger bus plunged into a ravine near Boumerdes, Algeria, on July 31, 2026. — Screengrab via YouTube/@EnnaharTvliveAn Algerian passenger bus crashed into a ravine on Friday, killing at least 25 people and wounding dozens, the…
(2026-07-31). Turkey, Pakistan among 14 countries backing Saudi Arabia's anti-Houthi Red Sea alliance. al-monitor.com Riyadh won political backing from 14 countries for its proposed maritime defense coalition, but members have yet to commit to joining as Washington weighs its position.
(2026-07-31). China In Photos: Chinese angler survives bite from severed cobra head. ecns.cn A 72-year-old man in east China's Zhejiang Province narrowly survived after being bitten by the severed head of a cobra, in a rare incident that left him critically ill and nearly cost him his left arm.
(2026-07-31). Royal Mail's DM26 rollout exposes CWU's partnership with management—organise the rank-and-file fightback. wsws.org The Communication Workers Union bureaucracy has co-authored this wrecking operation because it accepts EP Group's drive to make Royal Mail "competitive" and "sustainable" for the company's billionaire investors.
(2026-07-31). Across Borders and Prison Walls: Keeping Families Connected During the Libya—Chad Conflict. icrc.org Long before the crises that followed 2011, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) had already built a long and sometimes difficult history of humanitarian engagement in Libya and across its borders.
(2026-07-31). DR Congo Ebola epidemic becomes world's second largest outbreak. aljazeera.com Officials declare the outbreak the fastest spreading ever, warning the world to 'pay much more attention'.
(2026-07-31). The Return Of The Kingmakers. levernews.com The final chapters of Master Plan: The Kingmakers are almost here.If you've been following Season 2, you know we've been tracing the decades-long campaign to build an all-powerful presidency. The remaining episodes of The Kingmakers complete that story. From Dick Cheney's post-9/11 expansion of executive power to Barack Obama's drone war to Project 2025, we reveal the plot to build an all-powerful presidency — and put it in the hands of a man who wants to be king.We've just released a
(2026-07-31). The work continues: Effects of the ADA and Disability Pride Month. peoplesworld.org 
A curb cut on a sidewalk, a ramp into a public building, closed captions on a video, or a workplace accommodation that allows someone to do their job—these are not small conveniences. They are the result of decades of disability rights advocacy that transformed everyday life for millions of people. For many, these changes mean …
(2026-07-31). 488 national standards to take effect in China on Aug. 1. ecns.cn A total of 488 national standards, including 46 mandatory and 442 recommended ones, will take effect in China on Saturday.
(2026-07-31). Turkey's Latest Kaan Fighter Prototype Begins Taxi Tests. twz.com 
Turkish Aerospace has released new footage showing the second airworthy prototype of its next-generation The aircraft, designated P1, follows the original P0 prototype that made Kaan's
(2026-07-31). AI Oligarchs Enjoy Superyachts as Their Data Centers Degrade Communities. truthout.org The world's top megabillionaires — a list dominated by Big Tech and Wall Street barons — enjoy a gamut of luxuries that are unfathomable for most of us. Jeff Bezos owns a half-billion-dollar superyacht. Mark Zuckerberg's portfolio of lush properties that stretches from Palo Alto to Miami Beach is worth nearly as much. Elon Musk's wealth roughly equals the gross domestic product of Ireland or… |
(2026-07-31). Thursday 7/30: Help Victims of Another Tentcrusher Expedition on Thursday July 30? indybay.org Coral St. between Hiway 9/River St. and Limekiln…
(2026-07-31). Gold up Rs3,000 despite global dip. tribune.com.pk 
Gold prices in the local market increased on Friday even as international rates declined, with the yellow metal still heading for its first monthly gain in five months. | According to rates shared by the All-Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association (APGJSA), the price of gold per tola rose by Rs3,000 to Rs430,436. Ten-gram gold was sold at Rs369,029 after an increase of Rs2,572. A day earlier, on Thursday, gold per tola had closed at Rs427,436 following a more modest gain of Rs1,000. | In the international market, gold came under pressure as the US dollar rebounded from a more than one-month low. Spot go…
(2026-07-31). Western allies warn North Korean IT workers funding nuclear arsenal. aljazeera.com Pyongyang accused of using hard currency earned by AI-assisted workers to power armaments programme.
(2026-07-31). Corporations, Not Immigrants, Are Responsible for Vast Majority of Healthcare Fraud, OIG Report Shows. theintercept.com 
(2026-07-31). China's BeiDou system goes global with expanding applications. ecns.cn Products based on China's BeiDou Navigation Satellite System have now been exported to more than 140 countries and regions, six years after Beidou's global positioning service was officially launched.
(2026-07-31). Chinese vice premier holds video call with U.S. treasury secretary, trade representative. ecns.cn Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng, also China's lead person for China-U.S. economic and trade affairs, held a video call on Thursday with U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer.
(2026-07-31). Elderly man rescued after drifting at sea for 24 hours off Fujian coast. ecns.cn A man in his 60s was rescued by the Ningde Coast Guard in southeast China's Fujian Province after drifting at sea for nearly 24 hours, local authorities said Thursday.
(2026-07-31). Interview on the new book: The Age of Conquering the Seas. unitedworldint.com The greatest geopolitical transformation of the twenty-first century is now taking place across the world's oceans: Tevfik Kadan claims that in his book "Denizlerin Fethi àáaƒüƒ±" (The Age of Conquering the Seas) published by Kaynak Publications in Istanbul in June 2026 Tevfik Kadan, editor-in-chief of the daily newspaper Aydƒ±nlƒ±k, examines the global struggle for power …
(2026-07-31). Be Honest, Popular Mechanics, Air Conditioning Saves Lives with No Threat of Doom. wattsupwiththat.com Suppressing air conditioning is a deadly policy that only the members of the Voluntary Extinction Movement or the Church of Euthanasia, for example, could love.
(2026-07-31). Delaware election 2026: Primary voter guides, key races and more. whyy.org Who is on the ballot in Delaware?: | In Delaware, primary elections are only held for races featuring more than one candidate per party. Unopposed candidates advance to the Nov. 3 general election. | Below is a look at Not sure which state House and Senate district you fall under? Voters can If viewing the below via mobile device, rotate for the best viewing experience.
(2026-07-31). Trump Promised no More Vietnams, then Launched the Mother of all Quagmires in Iran. juancole.com (
(2026-07-31). AI drives sharp gains in China's nonferrous metal earnings. ecns.cn Profits at China's major nonferrous metals companies jumped 94% from a year earlier to 418.39 billion yuan ($61.9 billion) in the first half of 2026, data released Wednesday by the China Nonferrous Metals Industry Association showed. Output of 10 major nonferrous metals rose 3.3% to 41.51 million metric tons.
(2026-07-31). Thousands cross into Spain's north Africa enclave in new migrant crisis. geo.tv People gather at Bab Sebta, on the Morocco-Spain border near Spain's enclave of Ceuta and the Moroccan town of Fnideq, on July 30, 2026. — AFPCEUTA: Thousands of migrants crossed overnight from Morocco into Spain's north Africa's Ceuta enclave, a police source said on Friday, as…
(2026-07-31). Will 100% US Tariffs Push India and China Away from Russia—or Away from America? thinktank.pk The geopolitical confrontation between the United States and Russia is entering a new and potentially more disruptive phase. Unlike earlier rounds of sanctions that focused primarily on Russian banks, energy firms and technology exports, Washington is now debating a far broader instrument of economic pressure—one designed to penalise countries that continue purchasing large volumes of …
(2026-07-31). UK's highest court to hear Palestine Action's appeal against ban. al-monitor.com Britain's Supreme Court said on Thursday it has agreed to hear the high-profile case brought by the co-founder of activist group Palestine Action appealing against a contentious government ban which has led to thousands of arrests. | Huda Ammori has been fighting the group's prohibition by the interior ministry since it was imposed in July 2025 under the UK's Terrorism Act.
(2026-07-31). Rotary Honours Long-Serving Midwife in Arua. plusnews.ug 
The Rotary Club of Arua has awarded Baifa Andezu, a midwife at Arua Regional Referral Hospital as the best midwife of the Year 2026. The award wss in recognition of her outstanding performance and dedicated service.Baifa's recognition comes as part of the commemoration of Maternal and Child Health Awareness Month, which is observed annually to …
(2026-07-31). Baby sharks grow up in New Jersey's back bays. Climate change could threaten the nurseries. whyy.org 
This story is part of the From the Poconos to the Jersey Shore to the mouth of the Delaware Bay, what do you want to know about climate change? What would you like us to cover?
| New Jersey's back bays, those lush wetlands that sit between the barrier island beach towns and the mainland, are home to unknown numbers of baby sharks that feast on the American eel, crabs and small fish that thrive in the coastal salt marshes. Giving bir…
(2026-07-31). Greater Bay Area vehicle export center opens in Guangzhou. ecns.cn The Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area Vehicle Export Preparation Center was inaugurated Thursday at Nansha Jinyang Terminal in Guangzhou.
(2026-07-31). Cambridge students on why they protested at graduation ceremony. aljazeera.com Several Cambridge students protested during their graduation ceremonies…
(2026-07-31). Philippine Ambassador on ICE Gives Cold Shoulder to Activists. indybay.org Ahead of Philippine President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marco Jr's State of the National Address slated for July 27, over 80 members from the BANYA—DMV regional council began a two-day speakout protest. Calling their action, "The People's State of the Nation Address" they rejected President Marco's fifth State of the Nation address which they charged was "built on repression, exploitation, and subservience to US imperialism…" characterized by "worsening attacks on workers, peasants, migrants and other oppressed sectors."
(2026-07-31). PSX rebounds 546 points on oil price fall. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) rebounded on Friday as the benchmark KSE-100 index gained almost 550 points to settle near 176,100, supported by a decline in global oil prices and reports that Pakistan was seeking to reinitiate diplomatic negotiations to ease tensions in the Middle East. | At the close of trading, the KSE-100 posted a rise of 546.13 points, or 0.31%, and settled at 176,094.12. | Topline Securities, in its report, stated that the benchmark index largely traded in positive zone during Friday's trading session and closed up by 0.31%. Investor interest was driven by a fall in global crude oil prices…
(2026-07-31). Is Spain's Migration Policy Reaching Its Breaking Point? thinktank.pk For much of the past decade, Spain has presented itself as one of Europe's most pragmatic countries on migration. Unlike several European governments that increasingly relied on hardline rhetoric, border walls and restrictive asylum policies, Madrid attempted to balance border security with humanitarian responsibility and close diplomatic cooperation with neighbouring Morocco. That strategy often appeared …
(2026-07-31). Wisconsin Coalition for Justice in Palestine: Statement on the Police Killing of Corey Ruiz. wibailoutpeople.org 
July 31, 2026 Contact: Janan Najeeb wiscoforpali@gmail.com The Wisconsin Coalition for Justice in Palestine unequivocally condemns the police execution of Corey Ruiz. The African American father, artist, and poet was killed by four Madison police officers on Wednesday, July 22, 2026 after squad cars responded to reports that there was a man "checking parked cars." …
(2026-07-31). Saturday 9/19: Clonetopia 2026 II: NorCal Clone Release Festival. indybay.org 7 Stars Holistic Healing Center + Exit Now Art Gallery (3219 Pierce St, Richmond, CA 94804)…
(2026-07-31). NZ tribunal finds Treaty reforms breach Te Tiriti principles, prejudice Māori, damage Māori-Crown relationship. asiapacificreport.nz 
By Layla Bailey-McDowell of RNZ New Zealand's Waitangi Tribunal has found the Crown breached multiple principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi by approving plans to repeal and weaken Treaty protections across 18 pieces of legislation, warning the changes would cause "significant prejudice" to MƒÅori and further damage the MƒÅori-Crown relationship. In its report, Te Tinihanga…
(2026-07-31). World Rugby says no ultimatum given to Samoa over governance fiasco. asiapacificreport.nz 
By Christina Persico of RNZ Pacific World Rugby has denied reports that it gave Samoa an ultimatum to sort out problems over which body governs the sport in the country, or face a ban from international competition. This follows reports that the Samoan government was given 24 hours — until Friday — to accept a…
(2026-07-31). WHYY Newscast for Friday 11:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-07-31). Saturday 8/1: Hikers for Palestine: Walking in Solidarity with the Children of Palestine. indybay.org Canyon Meadow Staging Area, Reinhardt Redwood Regional Park (7867 Redwood Road, Oakland, CA 94619)…
(2026-07-31). WHYY Newscast for Friday 5:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-07-31). China In Photos: China's homegrown 100-tonne driverless electric mining truck enters service. ecns.cn The 100-tonne-class pure electric bidirectional truck was developed by the State Development and Investment Corp. (SDIC) Power Holdings Company and was put into use at the Nanlutian open-pit mine in Holingol City.
(2026-07-31). The Powder Ridge Rock Festival That Never Happened. indybay.org 1971 Poster for the Powder Ridge Rock Festival, that never happened.
(2026-07-31). 57 migrants die in mass crossing from Morocco. tribune.com.pk 
CEUTA, Spain/ FNIDEQ, Morocco | Spain said on Friday it had reversed a huge rush of migrants into a Spanish enclave in North Africa, with most of the more than 50,000 people who had crossed the border by land and sea already heading back voluntarily. | The Spanish government's representative in Ceuta said 57 bodies had been recovered on the Spanish side of the border and that there could be additional casualties on the Moroccan side. It said some drowned and some were crushed while trying to climb the breakwater that holds the border fence. | Spain's Interior Ministry said around 50,000 people had crossed the…
(2026-07-31). Hong Kong Palace Museum exhibition blends ancient wisdom with modern art. ecns.cn A themed exhibition opened Tuesday at the Hong Kong Palace Museum (HKPM), featuring works by nine Hong Kong artists that explore how ancient Chinese wisdom inspires modern life.
(2026-07-31). What The Hell Is Happening with Charlie Robinson (7/31/26). thelastamericanvagabond.com Twice a month Charlie Robinson and Ryan Cristián join forces to discuss the madness that is partisan politics, and the chaotic nature of the world today. They discuss current events, political machinations, foreign policy blunders, and just good old fashioned two-party illusion naivety. The conversations will be focused on whatever is most current in their
(2026-07-31). SPI slips below double digits despite ME war. tribune.com.pk 
The Sensitive Price Indicator (SPI) for the week ended July 30, 2026 recorded a year-on-year increase of 9.05%, slipping below the double-digit threshold despite escalating tensions between the United States and Iran in the Middle East and the resultant fluctuations in global crude oil prices. | According to data released by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS), the SPI, which monitors 51 essential items from 50 markets in 17 cities, declined 0.91% compared with the previous week that ended on July 23. The combined index stood at 357.61 against 360.88 a week earlier and 327.94 in the corresponding week of 2…
(2026-07-31). Can MBS' maritime defense alliance stop Houthi missiles from turning Red Sea tankers into fireballs. hindustantimes.com Saudi Arabia is leading efforts to establish a multinational maritime defense alliance aimed at protecting shipping lanes, energy infrastructure, and global trade routes amid rising security threats in the Red Sea. According to reports, 14 countries have backed the proposal, with Riyadh expected to host the coalition's headquarters. The initiative follows growing concerns over attacks on commercial vessels and tankers, including threats linked to the Houthis. Military officials and representatives from 43 countries, along with a European Union delegation, recently discussed regional maritime security and supply c…
(2026-07-31). Swing District Voters Want Major Change. That Could Help Democratic Socialists. truthout.org A new poll released this week suggests that voters in swing districts across the country are more supportive of candidates who will bring about swift change to flawed institutions, rather than establishment politicians who promise only incremental change. The Working Families Party/Justice Research Group poll, conducted July 26-27 in swing House districts across the country (with Michigan… |
(2026-07-31). Climate forum planned to cut wheat imports. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan and the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) have agreed to organise a National Climate Forum to strengthen climate action in agriculture, as the country seeks to build resilience against the impacts of climate change despite its negligible contribution to global carbon emissions. | The agreement was reached during a meeting between Federal Minister for National Food Security Rana Tanveer Hussain and FAO Deputy Regional Representative for Asia and the Pacific Robert Simpson, according to a statement issued by the Ministry of National Food Security and Research on Friday. | Hussain appreciated FAO's…
(2026-07-31). Zhongji Innolight's $6.8 billion Hong Kong IPO marks city's largest in 7 years. ecns.cn Zhongji Innolight Co., Ltd., a global leader in high-speed optical interconnect solutions, raised approximately HK$53.4 billion ($6.8 billion) in its Hong Kong IPO on Thursday, marking the city's largest public offering since Alibaba's secondary listing in 2019.
(2026-07-31). 20th CPC Central Committee to hold fifth plenary session in October. ecns.cn The fifth plenary session of the 20th Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee will be held in Beijing in October, according to a decision made at a CPC Central Committee Political Bureau meeting on Thursday.
(2026-07-31). China's largest associated gas processing station put into use in Xinjiang Oilfield. ecns.cn After a 15-day trial operation, a new facility for cooling associated gas at the No. 81 natural gas processing station of Xinjiang Oilfield's No. 2 Oil Production Plant began operations on Thursday, increasing the daily processing capacity of the station to 3.9 million cubic meters, becoming the largest of its kind in China.
(2026-07-31). Widespread protests in Bangladesh against poverty wages, mass layoffs. wsws.org The wave of protests and strikes centred in the garment industry is part of a growing international upsurge of the working class, fuelled by the economic crisis exacerbated by the US war against Iran.
(2026-07-31). World reacts with cautious optimism to Hamas disarmament agreement. aljazeera.com Deal for Hamas to disarm in stages in return for Israeli withdrawal has been announced, but implementation will be key.
(2026-07-31). 4 water main ruptures in 2 weeks: The collapse of social infrastructure in Los Angeles. wsws.org Four Los Angeles water main collapses expose the systemic decay of American infrastructure under capitalism, sacrificed to war and corporate wealth.
(2026-07-31). A new Trump rule could exclude U.S. scientists from critical discoveries. peoplesworld.org 
For decades, physicists wrestled with a fundamental mystery of the universe. They wanted to know why certain particles — like the protons in atoms — have mass, while particles of light do not. Whatever the reason was, it was crucial to understanding the origins of planets, galaxies and life itself. The leading theory stated that …
(2026-07-31). Africa Will Not Abandon Somalia, Says General Museveni. plusnews.ug 
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has reaffirmed Uganda's strategic commitment to peace and regional stability in the Horn of Africa, emphasizing that the intervention in Somalia remains grounded in Pan-African solidarity, principle, and long-term security strategy rather than mere geographical proximity. Speaking during the closing ceremony of a three-day summit that brought together Heads of State …
(2026-07-31). New York sues Kalshi, says its prediction markets are 'illegal gambling'. aljazeera.com New York is one of many states with cases against Kalshi and others in dispute with Trump gov't on who gets to regulate.
(2026-07-31). Live at 1 PM ET: Climate Scientist Fired. Was It For Countering the Narrative? — The Climate Realism Show. wattsupwiththat.com One of Denmark's most internationally recognized climate researchers, Dr. Henrik Svensmark, was just sacked from his long-time position at the Technical University of Denmark. Unlike many climate scientists, Svensmark conducted actual science experiments, and his work on the effects cosmic rays and clouds have on the climate was leading edge. He was fired after years of moves that look like they were purposely trying to push him out. What happened? Is it because his work didn't support the alarmist climate narrative? We will have Dr. Svensmark on the program to get the story directly from him.
(2026-07-31). Met Office Say Class 5 Lingwood Meets International Standards! wattsupwiththat.com The Met Office can no longer claim to be a serious, scientific organisation:…
(2026-07-31). 25 pioneering innovation projects win prizes at Maker China Hangzhou contest. ecns.cn The 11th Maker China (Hangzhou) Competition concluded Thursday, with 25 projects winning awards in fields ranging from optical core chips to 4D world modeling.
(2026-07-31). China expresses serious concern over US trade restrictions. tribune.com.pk 
Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng expressed "serious concern" on Thursday over recent US economic and trade restrictions on China during a video call with US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer. | The two sides held "candid, in-depth and constructive exchanges" on implementing the consensus reached by the two countries' presidents during their meeting in Beijing, according to China's state-run Xinhua news agency. | They also discussed "maintaining stable economic and trade relations, expanding practical cooperation and properly addressing each other's concerns in the next s…
(2026-07-31). Spain PM: Ceuta migrant surge a 'violation of territorial integrity'. aljazeera.com Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has said that the massive influx of migrants from Morocco was a "violation."
(2026-07-31). SEIU Wisconsin Demands ICE Out of Our Communities First Amendment Protections for Protesters! wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-07-31). Soccer-UEFA to boycott World Cup and FIFA tournaments over stake sale plans. al-monitor.com By Alan Baldwin and Ian RansomLONDON, July 30 (Reuters) – European soccer's governing body UEFA and its 55 member nations on Thursday voted to boycott all FIFA tournaments in what could be a knockout blow to the global soccer organisation's proposal to sell a stake in the World Cup to external investors.In a statement that pulled no punches, Europe presented a united front to FIFA boss Gianni Infantino, whose proposal this week blindsided regional confederations and caused uproar just weeks after the World Cup staged in the U.S., Canada and Mexico.
(2026-07-31). World Robot Contest Jiangsu qualifier kicks off in Yangzhou. ecns.cn The 2026 World Robot Contest Trials (WRCT) Jiangsu provincial qualifier kicked off at Hanjiang High School in Yangzhou, east China's Jiangsu Province, on Friday.
(2026-07-31). Does FIFA need private investment? aljazeera.com The world football body is facing growing backlash after its proposal to sell a stake in its top events.
(2026-07-31). FBR exceeds July target by Rs30b. tribune.com.pk 
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) collected Rs810 billion in July, exceeding its monthly target on the back of higher sales tax collection, but struggled in other areas, marking a steady start to the new fiscal year in which achieving targets is crucial for creating space for strategic spending. | According to provisional figures, the collection was Rs30 billion higher than the monthly target but only 7% more than the same period last year. The FBR collected Rs810 billion during the first month of this fiscal year compared to Rs757 billion in July 2025. | For the current fiscal year, the government and the In…
(2026-07-31). FTO pushes faceless refund system. tribune.com.pk 
The Federal Tax Ombudsman has recommended that the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) introduce a faceless income tax refund system to enable electronic transfer of refunds directly into taxpayers' bank accounts after automated verification of eligible claims. | The recommendation was issued while deciding a complaint filed by M/s Sprint Oil & Gas Services FZC, which had sought payment of an income tax refund amounting to Rs42.86 million for tax year 2025. The company submitted its online refund application on April 13, 2026; however, the refund was not issued even after the legally prescribed 60-day period had la…
(2026-07-31). Death toll from earthquake in southwestern Japan rises to 35. tribune.com.pk 
The death toll from the powerful earthquake that struck Japan's southwestern Kumamoto prefecture on Kyushu Island on Tuesday has risen to 35, prefectural officials said Friday. | However, it has not yet been confirmed whether all of the deaths can be directly attributed to the earthquake, public broadcaster NHK reported. | The death toll could rise further as the search for survivors continues. The critical 72-hour rescue window expires Friday afternoon. | The Japan Meteorological Agency measured Tuesday's earthquake at magnitude 7.1, while the United States Geological Survey (USGS) and Germany's GEOFON seismi…
(2026-07-31). Are copwatchers journalists? Provocateurs? Or something else? therealnews.com 
Police auditors, better known as "copwatchers," have become both famous and notorious for using cell phone cameras and YouTube channels to monitor police activity, confront cops who are breaking the law, and fight for accountability and reform. But is copwatching a form of citizen journalism, or is it just provocation masquerading as accountability? | In this special Police Accountability Report livestream, (in)famous copwatcher Sean Paul Reyes, better known as Long Island Audit, joins hosts Taya Graham and Stephen Janis for a lively, candid debate about one of the most popular and controversial forms of po…
(2026-07-31). Patrick Stoner Hosts WHYY After Dark: The Marble Hall Murders Premiere. whyy.org Patrick Stoner hosts WHYY After Dark: The Marble Hall Murders Premiere! Enjoy suspense, intrigue, surprises, and free classic movie snacks. Registration is required.
(2026-07-31). Greece battles new blazes as Europe wildfires rage. tribune.com.pk 
Greece battled fresh wildfires on the outskirts of Athens and on the island of Crete on Friday, while France and Spain gained some relief after bringing major blazes under control, as Europe continued to grapple with another devastating wildfire season fuelled by extreme heat and prolonged drought. | Authorities ordered precautionary evacuations in two communities west of Athens after a wildfire broke out in densely forested hills surrounding the Greek capital. Firefighting | aircraft were deployed to contain the blaze as thick smoke spread across the area. | In the Boeotia region, northwest of Athens, hundred…
(2026-07-31). ProPublica journalists strike over AI policy, exposing labor fault lines inside investigative media. nationofchange.org The NewsGuild says two years of bargaining stalled over job security and artificial intelligence, and the union has taken its case to federal labor regulators.
(2026-07-31). The Great "Hot Drought" Humbug: Why Lake Powell Is Really Drying Up. wattsupwiththat.com It is collapsing because a standard, historically recurring dry spell hit a river system that was already being pumped dry past its physical limits.
(2026-07-31). Why is Israel arming illegal settlers? aljazeera.com As settler attacks reach record levels, the government has distributed more than 100,000 assault rifles to Israelis.
(2026-07-31). NRM Attributes Bukedi Dominance to Grassroots Mobilisation, Reconciliation Efforts. plusnews.ug 
The National Resistance Movement (NRM) has attributed its strong performance in the recently concluded LC I elections across the Bukedi sub-region to sustained grassroots mobilisation, internal unity and what party officials describe as growing public confidence in the ruling party's manifesto. According to figures released by the NRM secretariat, the party secured victories in 1,936 …
(2026-07-31). FIFA COO Lamour says staff deceived over Infantino's World Cup plan. aljazeera.com Senior FIFA executive, Kevin Lamour, says staff were deceived over President Gianni Infantino's World Cup sell-off plan.
(2026-07-31). Cross-border trade industrial cluster launched in Guangzhou. ecns.cn The Global Cross-border Trade Industrial Cluster was launched Thursday in Nansha, Guangzhou City, Guangdong Province, during an ecosystem conference.
(2026-07-31). Democracy Now! 2026-07-31 Friday. democracynow.org Headlines for July 31, 2026; Rep. Ro Khanna on Blanche Nomination, Epstein Accountability and His Detention by Israeli Settlers; "Assault, Misogyny, Verbal Threats": Mother Jones Exposé on Allegations Against GOP Rep. Max Miller; "Zero Accountability": Ecuadorian Prosecutor Assassinated While Investigating U.S. Boat Strikes; "Digital Doppelgangers": Naomi Klein Corrects the Record on Viral AI-Generated Quote | Headlines for July 31, 2026; Rep. Ro Khanna on Blanche Nomination, Epstein Accountability and His Detention by Israeli Settlers; "Assault, Misogyny, Verbal Threats…
(2026-07-31). U.S. Navy Is Seeking A Submarine Launched Anti-Air Missile. twz.com 
The U.S. Navy has shared details about its vision for a new family of modular surface-to-air missiles that is expected to include a version that will arm future variants of
(2026-07-31). UN Security Council holds first straw poll for Secretary-General Guterres' successor. tribune.com.pk 
The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) held its first straw poll Thursday to assess candidates seeking to replace Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, whose second term is set to conclude at the end of the year. | Speaking to reporters after the closed-door informal vote, Zenon Mukongo Ngay, the Democratic Republic of Congo's UN ambassador and current SC president, said the results would be communicated to the ambassadors of the countries that nominated candidates as well as to the General Assembly president. | Ngay declined to disclose the results publicly, saying this is done to keep the process confident…
(2026-07-31). Saturday 9/26: 10th Annual Beyond the A Word: Reproductive Life Stories. indybay.org Brava Theater Center, 2781 24th St, San Francisco, CA 94110, USA…
(2026-07-31). Guangdong town moves 239 residents to safety ahead of flood peak. ecns.cn A total of 239 residents have been evacuated overnight Sunday from Baokou Town in Huidong County, Huizhou, south China's Guangdong Province ahead of a flood peak triggered by Typhoon Noul. No one was killed or injured.
(2026-07-31). A new main opposition party; Türkiye becomes an ASEAN Dialogue Partner; Women's Volleyball Team crowns world champions. unitedworldint.com Last week, Türkiye had a packed political agenda. The political rupture within the main opposition Republican People's Party (CHP) following the court's ruling of absolute nullity culminated in the party splitting in two and the establishment of a new party with the name of "New Party". Another important development of the week was Türkiye's admission …
(2026-07-31). Chinese mainland to promote CEPA upgrade with Hong Kong: spokesperson. ecns.cn China's Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) will work with the government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) to promote a new round of upgrade to the Closer Economic Partnership Arrangement (CEPA) between the mainland and Hong Kong.
(2026-07-31). Bilawal seeks open probe into AJK polls. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari on Friday called for a transparent and public examination of alleged irregularities in the first phase of the Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) Legislative Assembly elections. | He urged the election commission to hold open hearings on all complaints before the second phase of polling on August 2. | In a statement, Bilawal said the credibility of the entire electoral process would depend on whether justice was ensured in the first phase. | He called on the commission to publicly hear all complaints relating to alleged rigging and to place polling station…
(2026-07-31). Dianchi International Coffee Culture Carnival to kick off on Saturday. ecns.cn The 2026 Dianchi International Coffee Culture Carnival will run from August 1 to 9 in Kunming.
(2026-07-31). VR experience recreates Old Summer Palace at Fujian Museum. ecns.cn An exhibition opened on Wednesday at South China's Fujian Museum, featuring the original bronze-horse head statue from the Old Summer Palace and a large-scale immersive VR experience to revitalize cultural heritage.
(2026-07-31). Abdul El-Sayed on The Intercept Briefing. theintercept.com 
(2026-07-31). Reflecting on a 22-year legacy: First Roundtable on the ICRC's Physical Rehabilitation Programme in India. icrc.org
(2026-07-31). ICRC holds exhibition in Seoul to mark the 60th anniversary of Republic of Korea's accession to the Geneva Conventions. icrc.org
(2026-07-31). ICRC statement on The New Yorker article. icrc.org
(2026-07-31). Water and habitat in conflict – 2026 Briefer. icrc.org
(2026-07-31). Sudan: 42,000 people assisted with food in Al Obeid amid growing humanitarian needs. icrc.org
(2026-07-31). Trump's Homeland Security Chief Turned Conflicts Of Interest Into Tax Breaks. levernews.com
(2026-07-31). South Sudan: Finding Loved Ones Again Through the Power of Digital Connectivity. icrc.org
(2026-07-31). Africa resists Washington's 'digital colonialism' health deals. wibailoutpeople.org
(2026-07-31). Israeli settlers vandalise Palestinian cemetery in West Bank. aljazeera.com
(2026-07-31). South Sudan at 15: A humanitarian journey through conflict, resilience and hope. icrc.org
(2026-07-31). Frequently asked questions: The ICRC's approach to confidentiality. icrc.org
(2026-07-31). This Developer Went From Financial Peril to Billion-Dollar Deals for DHS. truthout.org
(2026-07-31). ICRC Brings Humanitarian Perspectives on Unmanned Systems to World Peace Forum. icrc.org
(2026-07-31). Ukraine: "I don't just want to get around. I want to walk properly again" icrc.org
(2026-07-31). Violence consumes land and lives in Mali. icrc.org
(2026-07-31). A closer look inside Xihuang Temple >. ecns.cn
(2026-07-31). Donetsk: Lives transformed by the hostilities. icrc.org
(2026-07-31). Nigeria: Red Cross Movement continues tracing 17,000 missing persons cases as families await answers. icrc.org
(2026-07-31). Beyond geopolitics: Why Chinese language education should not become a casualty of strategic competition. ecns.cn
(2026-07-31). ICRC's position on the use of explosive weapons in populated areas. icrc.org
(2026-07-31). Uganda, Rwanda, and Burundi: January to December 2025 Facts & Figures. icrc.org
(2026-07-31). Russia: ICRC president focuses on respect for international humanitarian law, access to prisoners of war during visit to the Russian Federation. icrc.org
(2026-07-31). Somalia's families face impossible choices as fuel and food costs soar. icrc.org
(2026-07-31). Ukraine: Intensifying hostilities claim dozens of lives, deepen trauma for civilians. icrc.org
(2026-07-31). Frequently asked questions: Explosive Weapons in Populated Areas. icrc.org
(2026-07-31). Who's Screening Your Luggage? levernews.com
(2026-07-31). National Committees on IHL: Guidance on composition and roles. icrc.org
(2026-07-31). ICRC working paper on six ICT-related threats faced by civilian populations. icrc.org
(2026-07-31). Madison, CARE-NIVAL, August 15, 2026: A Benefit for Voces de la Frontera. wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-07-31). Philadelphia Magic Gardens has Halloween in August with a Dia de los Muertos tribute to Isaiah Zagar. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? After As some retail stores are already hauling out their spooky stock, the Philadelphia Magic Gardens has opened an exhibition of Dia de los Muertos folk art figures. | "Don't get me started on how much I love Halloween," said Executive Director Emily Smith. "It should be all year round." | The Mexican Day of the Dead holiday on Nov. 1 is often associated with Halloween…
(2026-07-31). Reset or another political ploy? tribune.com.pk 
Mohsin Naqvi – the second most powerful figure in Pakistan's present hybrid system – made a series of striking admissions during the Economic Summit in Islamabad. Not known for polished public speaking or political sophistication, he nevertheless delivered a carefully calibrated message that appeared to reflect thinking within the power structure itself. Coming from somebody thought of as the de facto prime minister, the speech suggested a system searching for a way out of its current predicament, albeit on its own terms. | Describing the present governance model as "tardy" and "a total flop", Naqvi called for…
(2026-07-31). Podcast: Organizing in Asia with Jhay de Jesus. worldbeyondwar.org 
Jhay de Jesus, World BEYOND War's organizer for Asia, talks about the political, social and activist environment in the Philippines, his background in university politics in Manila, and his current work interacting with peace groups and activists all over Asia. #WorldBEYONDWar…
(2026-07-31). El Niño to persist into early 2027, Indonesia weather agency warns. ecns.cn Indonesia's meteorological authority warned on Thursday that intensifying El Niño has triggered a steep rise in potential fire-prone areas nationwide, with the climate phenomenon forecast to persist until early 2027.
(2026-07-31). Powerful El Nino to intensify heat on 'a planet already on fire': UN. aljazeera.com UN chief Guterres calls for halt to new fossil fuels as El Nino induces heatwaves, floods, and drought worldwide…
(2026-07-31). Strong El Nino to intensify from August. tribune.com.pk 
The United Nations weather agency warned on Friday that the current strong El Nino is expected to intensify from August, raising the | likelihood of above-normal global temperatures and major shifts in rainfall patterns in the months ahead. | The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) said El Nino – the periodic warming of sea surface temperatures in the central and eastern Pacific Ocean – is forecast to strengthen steadily during the August to October period, developing into a strong climate event with widespread impacts. | The phenomenon is expected to influence weather patterns across the Northern Hem…