(2026-09-25). Xi says ready to work with Trump to steer China-U.S. ties on steady course. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping said on Thursday that he is ready to work with U.S. President Donald Trump to steer the giant ship of China-U.S. relationship on a steady course toward the future.
(2026-09-25). The Iran War And The Looming Economic Collapse (w/ John Mearsheimer) TCHR. scheerpost.com Chris Hedges and John J. Mearsheimer For all of President Trump's recent threats to "annihilate Iran," the reality is that the United States is running out of both options and time to resolve this US- Israeli-initiated war. The US has made overtures toward renewing a hot war, but it has not gone further than that as the …
euobserver.com (2026-09-25). In Italy's schools, Meloni makes migrant kids pay the price for her culture war – EUobserver
The darling of Europe's far-right vowed to ban the burqa and niqab from use in schools, an announcement which sent roars of excitement and standing ovations rippling through the impressionable crowd.
Perhaps it's the backdrop set by the towering Fascist architecture in Rome's "Eur" district
palestinechronicle.com (2026-09-25). Israels Delusion of Victory in Its Seven-Front War Has Ended, So What Next?
Earlier this year, the Israeli leadership believed it was on the way to establishing a "Greater Israel", now it is stuck and has no solutions for the mess it has created for itself.
palestinechronicle.com (2026-09-24). Israeli Prison Raid Leaves Gaza Doctor Shot Another Detainee With Broken Ribs
Palestinian detainees from Gaza suffered rubber-bullet wounds and broken ribs during a violent Israeli raid inside the Negev prison recently.
2026-09-24: Kj Noh: Greenland, Korea, Yemen — Small Places, Big Imperial Battles
KJ Noh analyzes how US imperialism is reshaping the world, using Greenland, South Korea, and Yemen as critical case studies.
timesdaily.com (2026-09-23). Priests, nuns demand end to 'genocide' in Gaza
Some 150 Catholic priests and friars, a bishop and nuns from around the world marched to the Vatican and prayed Tuesday in front of St. Peter's Basilica to call for an end to what they called the "genocide" in Gaza.
presstv.co.uk (2026-09-22). US, Israel must accept a region free of their evil, criminal presence: IRGC
The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says the United States and the Israeli regime must sooner or later accept a region free of their "evil and criminal presence."
palestinechronicle.com (2026-09-23). The Urgency of Recognizing the Ansarallah Government in Yemen
Ansarallah is now a well-established government, contradicting the Western assertion that they are an Iranian proxy.
english.palinfo.com (2026-09-23). Israeli army orders bulldozing of vegetation and trees across 339 dunums in W. Bank
The Israeli occupation army issued three orders on Tuesday to clear vegetation and uproot trees across 339 dunums of Palestinian land in the Jenin and Ramallah governorates under security pretexts, the Colonization and Wall Resistance Commission reported.
palestinechronicle.com (2026-09-24). Sanchez Condemns Gaza Genocide Calls For End to Un Security Council Veto
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez condemned Israel's genocide in Gaza at the UN while demanding Security Council reform and abolition of veto powers.
palestinechronicle.com (2026-09-24). Naza Israel's War on Witnesses and Media Complicity
This was not just about "Israel's press ban." It was the world's most documented military dictating the terms under which the war could be covered by the media.
palestinechronicle.com (2026-09-24). Iran Says 30 Million Ready for Defense, Sets New Terms for Reopening Hormuz
Iran announced mass civilian defense mobilization, imposed new conditions for reopening Hormuz and rejected claims of nuclear noncompliance amid regional tensions.
npr.org (2026-09-25). The Supreme Court revives a controversial data system for citizenship checksThe U.S. Supreme Court has for now revived a federal data system the Department of Homeland Security revamped into a tool to check the citizenship of millions of Americans on voter rolls. The tool has mistakenly flagged some eligible voters as potential noncitizens.
presstv.co.uk (2026-09-25). Iran will respond 'strongly' if US continues aggression, Pezeshkian warns from New York
President Masoud Pezeshkian has warned that Tehran will respond "strongly and resolutely" if the United States seeks to continue its war of aggression, stressing that Iran did not choose war and is not seeking one.
reuters.com (2026-09-22). Trump administration asks US Supreme Court to allow detention of pro-Palestinian scholarTrump's administration has asked the US Supreme Court to overturn a decision that led to the release of a Georgetown University scholar who had advocated for Palestinian rights and opposed Israel's war in Gaza.
presstv.co.uk (2026-09-22). Escalating Pakistan-Afghanistan cross-border tensions: Can diplomacy outpace military friction?Tensions are again flaring up between Afghanistan and Pakistan over militant activity.
Pakistan has carried out fresh airstrikes at border areas as part of operations against militants it says operate from Afghan soil. Afghanistan says such strikes violate its sovereignty and have claimed civilian lives.
presstv.co.uk (2026-09-22). Ansarullah: Yemeni armed forces fighting 'decisive battle' against Saudi Arabia
A senior member of the Ansarullah resistance movement says the country's armed forces are involved in a "decisive battle" against Saudi Arabia, and any escalation by Riyadh will definitely lead to the expansion and diversification of Yemeni retaliatory strikes.
presstv.co.uk (2026-09-22). China condemns US extortion of Iranian airlines, rejects Washington's 'illegal' sanctions threats
Bessent threatened global aviation hubs and foreign firms with exclusion from the US dollar system if they provide fuel, landing services, or ticket sales to Iranian carriers.
Beijing, a primary economic and diplomatic partner of Tehran, swiftly condemned the maneuver.
palestinechronicle.com (2026-09-22). No Safe Shelter in Gaza: 200,000 Tents Needed before Winter
Gaza needs 200,000 tents and 300,000 tarpaulins before winter, authorities warned, as damaged shelters leave displaced families exposed to danger.
al-monitor.com (2026-09-22). What to expect as UN General Assembly convenes amid Iran war Trump, whose administration has cut tranches of funding from UN organizations, will address the General Assembly on Tuesday, as will leaders from Turkey, Jordan, Qatar and Egypt. Other key speeches to watch include Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and Syrian President Ahmed al-Shaara on Wednesday and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday. Chinese President Xi Jinping, who will meet with Trump in Washington on Thursday, will skip the UN gathering.
theguardian.com (2026-09-23). Trump's threat to annihilate Iran to UN general assembly is stunning, even for himThe world may have become inured to Trump's dire threats to send Iran "to the stone age" or end its civilization – so often have they been issued, only to sometimes be followed by a ceasefire or negotiations. But hearing them voiced in a forum created in the aftermath of the second world war, with the explicit aim of preventing future conflicts, was disconcerting.
newrepublic.com (2026-09-23). Trumps Crazed U.N. Speech Met With Silence and WalkoutsTrump's confrontational, campaign-style speech at the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday was met with silence and rejection, and both the Cuban and Iranian delegations walked out while he attacked them.
palestinechronicle.com (2026-09-24). Israeli Prison Raid Leaves Gaza Doctor Shot Another Detainee With Broken RibsPalestinian detainees from Gaza suffered rubber-bullet wounds and broken ribs during a violent Israeli raid inside the Negev prison recently.
palestinechronicle.com (2026-09-24). Iran Says 30 Million Ready for Defense, Sets New Terms for Reopening HormuzIran announced mass civilian defense mobilization, imposed new conditions for reopening Hormuz and rejected claims of nuclear noncompliance amid regional tensions.
(2026-09-25). How did Iran win two battles at the United Nations and on the front lines? thealtworld.com What does its threat to move the fight to the Indian Ocean after the closure of the Strait of Hormuz entail? | Donald Trump's statement at the start of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly demonstrates that he is psychologically and physically ill with Iran. This disease also affects Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. His failed Iranian war, which achieved none of its goals, was the only topic in this speech, which focused on it while ignoring all other global issues, including the Ukrainian war, the global economic situation, and the boiling state within the American interior, which ma…
(2026-09-25). The US kill count in Iran makes the phrase 'precision strikes' absurd. responsiblestatecraft.org When the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran ultimately ends, it will be remembered for its bloody onset.On the same day airstrikes killed the Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Tehran, a U.S. missile
(2026-09-25). Israel may be left without Turkish oil. unitedworldint.com By Erkin Feyyaz E≈üli On 16 September, the Turkish Foreign Minister, Hakan Fidan, stated that Netanyahu was deliberately attacking neighbouring countries because he feared competition. Prior to this, the minister had said that 'Israel cannot survive without an external enemy', and that following a war with Iran, Türkiye would become that enemy. According to him, …
(2026-09-25). Jeffrey Sachs: Stop Mad King Donald's Iran War. scheerpost.com Jeffrey D. Sachs Common Dreams Dear Members of Congress, In truly deranged remarks to world leaders at the U.N., Donald Trump declared that "I have a big decision to make," whether to negotiate a deal with Iran or instead to "annihilate the Islamic Republic" and drive Iran "into hell with no chance of survival." He posed it …
(2026-09-25). Iran seeks deal with US, not war: Pezeshkian. tribune.com.pk 
Iran does not seek war with the US and remains prepared to pursue a negotiated agreement, President Masoud Pezeshkian said late on Thursday as tensions between the two countries continue. | In an exclusive interview with Fox News' Bret Baier, Pezeshkian was asked if Iran was choosing war or a deal. | "We do not choose war. The war was imposed on us. We do not seek war," Pezeshkian said. | "So is Iran choosing war or a deal?"@BretBaier presses Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian in an exclusive @SpecialReport interview as U.S.-Iran negotiations continue amid heightened tensions. | "We do not choose war. The war…
(2026-09-25). Delcy Rodríguez thanks Trump at the UN: Chavismo and American fascism embrace. wsws.org Nine months after US forces abducted Nicolás Maduro, his successor went to New York to thank his captor. Her appearance is the logical outcome of the "Bolivarian revolution" and of bourgeois nationalism as a whole.
(2026-09-25). This Group Made Tech To Protect Users' Privacy. Trump Labeled Them Terrorists. scheerpost.com By Cody Bloomfield This article was originally published by Truthout Trump's war on the left is coming for anti-surveillance technology providers. When the government puts a target on your back, every corner of online organizing becomes a puzzle. How do you ensure that your emails are private, when Google will hand over the contents of …
(2026-09-25). Israeli patrol enters southern Syria, opens fire: state media. tribune.com.pk 
An Israeli military patrol entered the Wadi al-Ruqad area in the western countryside of Syria's southern Daraa province on Friday and opened fire, Syrian state media reported. | An Israeli patrol "opened fire indiscriminately during its incursion into the Wadi al-Ruqad area, causing tension among residents," Alikhbariah TV reported. | No casualties were immediately reported. | Wadi al-Ruqad lies within the Yarmouk Basin in western Daraa and has witnessed repeated Israeli incursions in recent months, including one on September 18 that ended with the detention of a shepherd. | The incursion comes amid escalating…
(2026-09-25). Victory Rally & Reports On Lessons Of Stanford 11 Struggle & The Fight Against Genocide. indybay.org In an important victory all criminal charges were dismissed by the California Attorney General Bonta after the Stanford 11 case was removed from the hands of Santa Clara County District Attorney Jeff Rosen. Rosen who previously had invited war criminal Netanyahu to the county and advertised to the Zionist community that he was going after the supporters of Palestine to raise funds was removed from his control of the case and it was put in control of the Attorney General.
(2026-09-25). The Backlash to "NAZA" Shows How Little Israeli Citizenship Really Means. theintercept.com 
By threatening the filmmakers, Netanyahu lays bare how fragile the notion of what it means to be Israeli is in the age of its genocide in Gaza.
(2026-09-25). SF DA Jenkins Appearance Protested At Sexual Predator & Zionist Manny Cafe. indybay.org Sexual predator and Zionist Manny Yekutiel's cafe Manny's was protested on September 21, 2026 for their plans to host San Francisco DA Brooke Jenkins who was making a presentation on "The Liberal Case For Public Safety". Manny canceled the event but a protest went ahead to expose the crimes of Jenkins and Manny as well as their ties to the genocide in Gaza. Manny is also running for SF supervisor and has been endorsed by Jenkins, Mayor Lurie and the Democratic Party of San Francisco.
(2026-09-25). The Holocaust and the Gaza Genocide: A Forbidden Comparison? juancole.com (A shorter, Dutch version of this essay appeared on September 24 in People who draw comparisons between the Holocaust and what Israel is doing to the Palestinians are often quick to be accused of antisemitism. But comparing is not the same as equating. There are certainly important differences, but there are similarities as well. In this article, I examine the similarities between Israel's treatment of the Palestinians today and the Nazis' treatment of the Jews at the time. | Amsterdam (Dispatch to Informed Comment;…
(2026-09-25). Inside the UN walkout: Who left and who stayed for Netanyahu's speech. tribune.com.pk 
Delegations from nearly 70 countries walked out of the United Nations General Assembly hall or left their seats vacant Thursday as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu began his address, staging a mass protest over Israel's genocide in Gaza and its attacks across the region. | An Anadolu review of footage from the 81st UN General Assembly showed dozens of delegations leaving the chamber together after Netanyahu approached the podium. | Some countries left a single representative or junior diplomat behind, while others did not attend the address. | Türkiye, Palestine, Tunisia, Syria, Algeria, Yemen, E…
(2026-09-25). Cuba denounces Czech Republic's hypocrisy at the UN Human Rights Council. radiohc.cu Cuba's Permanent Representative to the Human Rights Council (HRC), Rodolfo Benítez, denounced on Thursday the hypocrisy of the Czech Republic, which ignores the Palestinian genocide committed by Israel and also supports the criminal blockade imposed by the United States against Cuba. | During an address to the plenary session of the 63rd HRC meeting, the diplomat — to illustrate the Czech attitude — referred to Molière's play *Tartuffe*, which he described as an undoubted masterpiece of satire on hypocrisy. | The comedy's main character is Tartuffe, an impostor who presents himself to everyone as a pe…
(2026-09-25). Netanyahu delivers genocidal tirade at the United Nations as Mamdani's police arrest more than 100 protesters. wsws.org Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu delivered a genocidal tirade at the United Nations General Assembly Thursday, calling the victims of Israel's rampage throughout the Middle East "barbarians," "monsters," "butchers" and "the worst mass murderers on earth."
(2026-09-25). Trump Threatens Cuba At UN General Assembly, Cuba Responds. scheerpost.com Orinoco Tribune. In his speech at the United Nations General Assembly, the president of the United States, Donald Trump, threatened Cuba, claiming that the country is under the highest level of pressure and that it will eventually fall. In protest against Trump's words, the Cuban delegation, led by Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez Parrilla, walked out …
(2026-09-25). Twentieth Century Red Scares In The United States. scheerpost.com Charisse Burden-Stelly, PhD, Black Agenda Report The NSPM-7 and the report on Cuba represent a new red scare era. Red Scares are a recurring feature of the U.S. political tradition aimed at criminalizing anticapitalist politics through accusations of foreign infiltration and conspiracy. Red Scares are central to the "countersubversive political tradition" in which United States governance …
(2026-09-25). Stanford Pro-Palestine Felony Charges Dismissed. indybay.org Stanford University students faced prison terms over a campus demonstration in which they occupied an administration office. They were protesting against Israel's war on Gaza. Charges were dismissed on September 21.
(2026-09-25). Mamdani plants olive tree with Gaza families. aljazeera.com New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani posted a video of himself planting an olive tree alongside Palestinian families from Gaza.
(2026-09-25). UN Walkout Puts Netanyahu's Gaza Defense and Political Future Under Spotlight. moderndiplomacy.eu Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu delivered a combative defense of Israel's actions in the region at the United Nations on Thursday, as dozens of delegates walked out of the chamber in protest, highlighting Israel's growing diplomatic isolation ahead of its upcoming elections. Netanyahu used the speech to defend Israel's conduct in the Gaza war, attack …
(2026-09-25). Why South Korea won't send military to Strait of Hormuz. responsiblestatecraft.org Since the U.S. war against Iran started earlier this year, Washington has pressed its allies in Europe and Asia to "
(2026-09-25). China announces new discoveries from archaeological projects overseas. ecns.cn China's National Cultural Heritage Administration on Thursday released new findings from three joint archaeological projects in Egypt, Tunisia and Kyrgyzstan.
(2026-09-25). Pal-Awda NY/NJ Free Palestine from the River to the Sea! wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-09-25). Nepal's leader labels devastating flood a 'warning to the world'. aljazeera.com Prime Minister Balendra Shah says world leaders must act on climate change.
(2026-09-25). China's higher education population reaches 270 million. ecns.cn The number of people in China who have received higher education has reached 270 million, a Ministry of Education official said Wednesday.
(2026-09-25). Converging crises, chaos and walkouts dominate UNGA Day Three. aljazeera.com Dozens of delegates walked out on Netanyahu, Yemen's government pleaded for help, and Kuwait riled against threats.
(2026-09-25). Biggest campus vote to cut ties with Israel yet in Sydney Uni student referendum. solidarity.net.au Students at Sydney Uni have voted overwhelmingly to cut the university's ties with Israel, in a student referendum held alongside annual Student Representative Council elections.
(2026-09-25). DESNZ Heat Network Disinformation. wattsupwiththat.com Heating will cost more. That is the certain result. The uncertain result is the carbon saving. There is no independently checked account that covers the incinerator, the electricity used by the barges, the losses, or the gas boilers kept as backup. The press release assumes a carbon cut. It does not prove one.
(2026-09-25). UK returns 12 cultural relics, artworks to China. ecns.cn A handover ceremony for 12 Chinese cultural relics and artworks returned by the UK to China was held at the Chinese Embassy in the United Kingdom on Wednesday.
(2026-09-25). Hong Kong launches charitable foundation to support cancer prevention. ecns.cn An international charitable foundation dedicated to cancer prevention and control was established in Hong Kong on Wednesday, with plans to provide 5,000 to 10,000 free cancer screenings for people at higher risk of cancer and share cancer-prevention expertise with Belt and Road partner countries and regions.
(2026-09-25). Fact check: Italian PM Meloni did not attend UNGA; viral video criticising Israel is from 2025. tribune.com.pk 
Multiple pro-Palestinian users, based on their past posts, across social media platforms have been sharing a video since September 23, 2026, allegedly showing Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni criticising Israel at the ongoing 81st United Nations General Assembly in New York. However, the clip is old, from her speech during the 80th UNGA session in 2025. | The 81st UNGA Session opened in New York on September 8, 2026. The high-level General Debate, considered the highlight of the annual gathering, commenced on September 22. More than 150 heads of state and government addressed the UNGA over the week, outli…
(2026-09-25). 5 missing after explosion collapses building in historic heart of Athens. tribune.com.pk 
Five people are missing after an explosion caused a building to collapse in Athens' historic Plaka district on Friday morning, Greece's Fire Department said, according to the Greek state news agency AMNA, as search operations continued at the scene. | The explosion and subsequent fire broke out on Lysikratous Street shortly after 7.30 am local time (0430GMT). | A large number of firefighters, including personnel from the Special Disaster Response Unit, were searching the rubble using specialized equipment, thermal imaging cameras and a trained search dog. | The five missing people are believed to have been sta…
(2026-09-25). Preserving humanity in war by strengthening commitment to IHL. icrc.org Statement delivered by Elyse Mosquini, Permanent Observer to the UN, at the Arria-formula meeting of the UN Security Council on upholding international law in situations of armed conflict, 16 September 2026, New York.
(2026-09-25). Sunday 10/4: Boycott Chevron Picket. indybay.org Chevron Corporate Station | 5500 Telegraph Ave, Oakland | (Telegraph at 55th)…
(2026-09-25). Saturday 10/17: Sacramento Anarchist Bookfair. indybay.org Flower Fist Art Market, 1819 E St, Sacramento, CA 95811…
(2026-09-25). Adi Shankara : Exploring the Philosopher-Saint of Advaita Vedanta. indybay.org Explore the significance of Adi Sankara, the renowned Hindu philosopher and spiritual teacher associated with Advaita Vedanta. | This traditional statue represents his contribution to Indian spirituality, Hindu philosophy, and Vedantic teachings.
(2026-09-25). Amelia Ky Teams Up With Hollywood's Abigail Breslin for Stunning New Music Video. indybay.org The video serves as an ambitious, cinematic showcase for artist Amelia Ky O'yama. A major highlight of the production is a special guest appearance by Academy Award-nominated Hollywood actress Abigail Breslin, who stars alongside Amelia. | üéµ Themes and Lyrics | The track is delivered in Czech and carries a dark, aggressive, and highly confident energy (0: 07). Key thematic elements drawn from the video's transcript include: | • Establishing Dominance: The lyrics open with intense, direct call-outs ("You f***ers think you have what it takes to face me? Look at me!"
(2026-09-25). Bond markets in a "meltdown" wsws.org The yield on the 10-year bond rose 0.15 percentage points on Wednesday and then followed this with a further increase of 0.11 percentage points yesterday, taking it to 5.23 percent, with no indication as to when the sell-off might stop.
(2026-09-25). An Emerging Power Alliance called BRICS. unitedworldint.com By Dr. Shoaib Khan, Founder and President, ALFAAZ Education and Cultural Society, Mumbai Visiting Faculty, Centre for Central Eurasian Studies, University of Mumbai New Delhi's relationship with Beijing has been more about temporary calm than a true shift in strategy over the past year. Still, India has started to agree on more measures that allow …
(2026-09-25). Australia: The Victorian educators' struggle—lessons of a sellout. wsws.org After twice rejecting union-Labor government agreements and taking statewide strike action, a majority of Victorian public school educators voted to accept a fundamentally unchanged deal that entrenches four more years of untenable workloads, low wages and a worsening staffing crisis.
(2026-09-25). Switzerland's neutrality vote is asking the wrong question. aljazeera.com The real question is what neutrality can still do for Switzerland.
(2026-09-25). NDMA warns of heavy rain, flash floods across upper regions from Sept 25 to 30. tribune.com.pk 
The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) on Friday issued an alert over expected rainfall and weather-related hazards across the country's upper regions from September 25 to 30, warning of possible flash floods in mountainous areas and urban flooding in several districts. | According to the National Emergencies Operation Centre (NEOC), a westerly weather system is expected to intensify on September 25 and 26, bringing thunderstorms and rainfall to parts of upper Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (K-P), Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK), Gilgit-Baltistan (GB) and Islamabad. | The anticipated rainfall could trigger flash f…
(2026-09-25). Just the News Is Right: A Warmer Climate Is A Safer Climate. wattsupwiththat.com a new Congressional Budget office (CBO) report estimates that modest future warming will avoid millions of temperature-related deaths, because the decrease in very cold days will result in fewer hospitalizations. This tracks with other research, and it is very good that the CBO and Just the News are acknowledging this fact.
(2026-09-25). Pope Leo heads to France amid assisted dying, abuse debates. aljazeera.com First papal state visit to country in 18 years comes as church confronts contentious issues.
(2026-09-25). Lebanon: Humanitarian needs remain acute amid continued uncertainty. icrc.org April-September 2026…
(2026-09-25). New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill demands lieutenant governor resign after investigation finds Caldwell sexually harassed woman. whyy.org New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill has demanded that Lt. Gov. "The investigation found that the Lieutenant Governor engaged in serious, repeated violations of state policy and failed to uphold the responsibilities of his office," Sherrill said in an emailed statement. "I hold everyone in my Administration to the highest ethical standard. We all have a duty to follow our state…
(2026-09-25). Brodhead, WI, September 26, 2026: Green County Pride Fest. wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-09-25). Discover William Alexander Leidesdorff, Jr. & our 2026 Golden Harvest Birthday Fandango. indybay.org In 1844, William Alexander Leidesdorff, Jr. was appointed by Thomas Larkin to serve as the U.S. Vice Consul to Mexican Alta California. His documentation of the Bear Flag Revolt, is the initial military acquisition of California during the US/Mexican War, 1846-1848.
(2026-09-25). Saturday 9/26: Santa Cruz: Hands Across the Sand. indybay.org Twin Lakes Beach, Santa Cruz…
(2026-09-25). Judge Grants Diversion in Goat Rescue Case, Over Prosecution's Objection. indybay.org The decision comes after judge reviewed animal cruelty evidence documented at Vera Goat Dairy prior to rescue…
(2026-09-25). Joseph Kishore discusses fight to free Bogdan Syrotiuk on the Punch Up Pod. wsws.org Kishore discussed the Ukrainian socialist's imprisonment for opposing the war and the growing international demand for his freedom.
(2026-09-25). Humanitarian crisis worsens in Ceuta as thousands remain stranded. aljazeera.com People face harsh conditions, overcrowding, limited aid, and alleged abuse while awaiting decisions on their future.
(2026-09-25). New York City experiences the second outbreak of Legionnaires' disease this year. wsws.org Inadequate control measures result in about 5,000 to 8,500 cases of Legionnaires' disease currently diagnosed in the US each year.
(2026-09-25). The Persistent Myth of Lower Prices. moderndiplomacy.eu Europe's energy debate continues to be influenced by assumptions that belong to a different era. Throughout much of the period that followed the end of the Cold War, policymakers, markets and consumers became accustomed to a world in which major disruptions were regarded as temporary episodes. Prices could rise abruptly, but the prevailing belief remained …
(2026-09-25). All Trump's Apprentices in Planetary Apocalypse. juancole.com ( Once…
(2026-09-25). Texas executes Ker'Sean Ramey a week after killing his codefendant. wsws.org Ramey was condemned by a jury from which prosecutors had removed every prospective black juror, after a trial in which he was represented by a part-time lawyer who worked days as a dentist and had never tried a capital case.
(2026-09-25). How Small Businesses Can Evaluate Credit Card Processing Beyond the Transaction Rate. moguldom.com For a small business, accepting credit cards is often a basic requirement rather than a luxury. Customers expect convenient payment options whether they are buying at a counter, ordering online, paying an invoice, or signing up for a recurring service. That makes card acceptance a key operating expense. Yet comparing payment processors by looking only …
(2026-09-25). Over 1,200 innovation projects showcased at China's national invention exhibition. ecns.cn More than 1,200 innovation projects are being showcased at the 30th National Invention Exhibition, which opened Wednesday in Shijiazhuang, Hebei Province, and runs through Friday, according to the China Association of Inventions.
(2026-09-25). Israeli football player sent off after gun-firing goal celebration. aljazeera.com Israeli footballer Saied Abu Farchi has been sent off during a Nations League match after using a corner flag.
(2026-09-25). Highlights of Chinese premier's speech at Fifth Global Digital Trade Expo. ecns.cn Chinese Premier Li Qiang on Thursday addressed the launching ceremony of the Fifth Global Digital Trade Expo in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province.
(2026-09-25). Tata v Tata: What's behind India's big boardroom brawl? aljazeera.com India's most famous conglomerate is knee-deep in feuds over who gets to decide the Tata Group's future.
(2026-09-25). Chinese architect brings Eastern design ideas to Lucas Museum in Los Angeles. ecns.cn Founded by "Star Wars" filmmaker George Lucas and his wife Mellody Hobson, the museum covers about 28,000 square meters and houses more than 40,000 pieces of art and artifacts.
(2026-09-25). Blue Waterways: Reconnecting Europe Through Its Rivers. moderndiplomacy.eu Europe has spent decades building connectivity on land. High-speed railways, motorways, bridges, tunnels, ports and logistics hubs have transformed the continent into one of the world's most integrated economic spaces. Yet one of Europe's oldest connectivity systems—the network of rivers and canals that historically carried people, goods and ideas across borders—has remained strangely peripheral to …
(2026-09-25). Israel's Abu Farchi sent off for gun celebration in Nations League match. aljazeera.com Israel footballer Sayed Abu Farchi was sent off for goal celebration mimicking shooting a gun in match against Austria.
(2026-09-25). Cluster munitions: "The suffering must not continue for another generation" icrc.org Opening Statement by ICRC Vice President Jàºrg Lauber at the Third Review Conference of the Convention on Cluster Munitions, Vientiane, Lao People's Democratic Republic, 14 September, 2026…
(2026-09-25). Satellite-based farming demo cuts inputs, boosts rice yields in NE China. ecns.cn A satellite-based digital farming demonstration in northeast China's Heilongjiang Province reduced agricultural inputs by about 18%, improved operational efficiency by more than 20% and increased rice yields by around 750 kilograms per hectare, according to results presented at a satellite industry conference in Jiamusi.
(2026-09-25). The Blueprint for Democrats to Win Back Voters. theintercept.com 
It's the year of the democratic socialist. But the group that helped start the earthquake currently transforming the Democratic Party almost didn't make it to 2026. | After suffering major losses last election cycle after a deluge of pro-Israel lobby spending, Justice Democrats, which supports progressive candidates getting elected to Congress, was on the verge of being written about in the past tense. | "Everyone sort of doubted that there was a comeback to be had. I think a lot of people, AIPAC included, saw last cycle as the harbinger for what's to come: They were on the rise, JD and the left were on the…
(2026-09-25). Trump administration moves to gut Head Start, including mandating English-only classrooms. wsws.org A proposed rule would strip out some 1,400 Head Start standards, hand class ratios to the states and mandate English-only instruction, deepening the administration's assault on poor and immigrant families.
(2026-09-25). Alia Bhatt-backed 'Don't be shy' offers a glossy new take on coming-of-age romance. tribune.com.pk 
Alia Bhatt is backing a new generation of actors with Don't Be Shy, a Hindi coming-of-age film that takes audiences into the familiar but complicated world of college friendships, first love and figuring out who you are. | Written and directed by Sreeti Mukerji, the film is produced by Alia and Shaheen Bhatt and stars Aarushi Bajaj, Piyush Khati, Bianca Arora and Ansh Duggal in the lead roles. The film began streaming on Amazon Prime Video on September 25. | Bhatt announced the release on her Instagram Story, writing: "Our little film, our core four and our amazing director… all yours from tonight." The mess…
(2026-09-25). Thursday 9/24: A People's Park forum: Still Here – What We Want and How We Get There. indybay.org SoCo, 2170 Dwight Way, Berkeley…
(2026-09-25). Xi calls for regular military dialogue with US to prevent crisis. geo.tv US President Donald Trump holds a binder as he stands next to Chinese President Xi Jinping before Xi delivers a speech during a state dinner at the White House in Washington, DC, US, September 24, 2026. — ReutersTrump welcomes Xi to White House for high-profile state visit.Taiwan…
(2026-09-25). Thursday 10/1: Afghanistan 25 Years Later: Western Feminism Weaponized for War. indybay.org Zoom | www.codepink.org/25yearslater…
(2026-09-25). Italy approves school decree banning burqa, capping foreign pupils. tribune.com.pk 
Italy's Council of Ministers on Thursday approved a school decree that bans face coverings including the burqa and niqab in schools and introduces a 30% cap on certain foreign pupils in first-year classes, the national news agency ANSA reported. | The decree prohibits participation in curricular and extracurricular school activities, as well as school-family activities, with the face covered in a way that prevents identification, except for specific health or security reasons. | Read: Austrian headscarf ban for under-14s faces first test as schools reopen | Violations can incur administrative fines of between…
(2026-09-25). Saturday 9/26: Free virtual screening of the documentary film "The Last Front – Palestinian Culture" indybay.org Zoom | us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_j5Lr……
(2026-09-25). 7,000 persimmon trees bear fruit, adding autumn charm to Hangzhou. ecns.cn More than 7,000 persimmon trees are laden with fruit, while visitors enjoy persimmon picking during a themed event.
(2026-09-25). Nepal PM says global order is broken in fighting climate crisis. aljazeera.com Nepal's Prime Minister Balendra Shah was applauded at the UN General Assembly after his speech on climate crisis.
(2026-09-25). Mastering Chinese culture is key to faithfully translating its masterpieces: Italian sinologist. ecns.cn Italian sinologist Patrizia Liberati said in an interview that the soul of a nation is deeply rooted in its cultural heritage. To truly understand each other, people must first cast aside prejudices and stereotypes, engaging in sincere dialogue on an equal footing.
(2026-09-25). White House bars CNN, MS NOW, Politico reporters from state dinner. wsws.org The action appeared to be in direct defiance of a restraining order issued by a federal judge, requiring the Trump administration to restore access to the White House for the three media outlets.
(2026-09-25). 'So We're Going on Tour': Macklemore Launches 'Free Palestine Tour'. wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-09-25). Xi attends welcome ceremony held by Trump. ecns.cn Trump held a welcome ceremony for Xi, who is on a state visit to the United States, at the White House on Thursday.
(2026-09-25). "We can adapt to anything, but not to war" icrc.org Delivering for people in conflict settings: reflections on an evolving humanitarian landscape…
(2026-09-25). UK returns 12 lost cultural relics, artworks to China. ecns.cn China received 12 lost cultural relics and artworks returned by the United Kingdom during a handover ceremony held at the Chinese Embassy in London on Tuesday, according to China's National Cultural Heritage Administration.
(2026-09-25). Prince Rahim Aga Khan lauds PM Shehbaz's regional peace efforts at UN. tribune.com.pk 
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday met Prince Rahim Aga Khan V on the sidelines of the 81st United Nations General Assembly in New York, with the prince paying tribute to PM Shehbaz's efforts for regional peace and stability at a time of heightened tensions. | According to a post on X by the Government of Pakistan, the premier warmly welcomed Prince Rahim and fondly recalled their meeting earlier this year during the Aga Khan's visit to Pakistan. | "The prime minister appreciated the commitment of Prince Rahim Aga Khan to maintaining longstanding friendly and positive relations with Pakistan and reiterate…
(2026-09-25). Madison, October 8, 2026: All Ages Benefit Show for Building Unity's Fight for Our Lives Democracy Tour. wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-09-25). Xi calls for translating new vision of China-U.S. relationship into action. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping on Thursday called for translating the new vision of a constructive China-U.S. relationship of strategic stability into action and finding the right way for the two major countries to get along with each other.
(2026-09-25). Macron says France will help defend Saudi Arabia's Yanbu port. geo.tv France's President Emmanuel Macron addresses the audience during a press conference at the presidential Elysee Palace in Paris, France, on September 18, 2026. — Reuters Macron says deployment is not meant to involve France in conflicts.Warns about possible Russian attacks…
(2026-09-25). China to expand global reach of cultural products as homegrown IP gains popularity. ecns.cn China will accelerate the global expansion of quality cultural products following the international popularity of homegrown IPs like Wukong and Nezha, the Ministry of Culture and Tourism announced on Wednesday.
(2026-09-25). Niger Rejects Key Rights Recommendations at UN Review. hrw.org Niger has rejected key recommendations raised by United Nations member countries during its Universal Periodic Review (UPR) earlier this year, including calls to address arbitrary detention, discrimination against lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) people, and accountability for serious human rights violations. The UPR is a UN Human Rights Council process in which the human rights records of member states are reviewed by other member countries every five years. | Click to expand Image | Gen. Abdourahamane Tiani of Niger attends the Alliance of Sahel States second summit on security and development, in…
(2026-09-25). Wednesday 9/30: Phonebank to Stop the Deadly Merger. indybay.org Zoom | uscpract.org/block…
(2026-09-25). Is climate activism dead? We went looking for It in New York City. wattsupwiththat.com Climate Week was less a citywide uprising than a climate-industry trade show.
(2026-09-25). Silence of the lambs: DSA, pseudo-left cover up Mamdani's meeting with Trump and Sanders' AI summit with Bannon. wsws.org As Sanders shares a stage with Bannon and Mamdani hosts Trump, the DSA and its allies have said nothing, and The Nation cropped Trump out of a photograph.
(2026-09-25). Hurricane Polo lashes Mexico as Nolo strengthens near Hawaii. aljazeera.com Mexico's southwestern communities brace for Hurricane Polo, while Hawaii faces its third hurricane threat of the year.
(2026-09-25). Greens divided over koala park carbon credit scam. socialist-alliance.org 
Federal Labor maintained its support for the fossil fuel industry against community demands for genuine climate action, by voting down a motion that would have blocked the so-called Improved Native Forest Management system. The Greens were split on the vote. Alex Bainbridge looks at what is at stake.
(2026-09-25). China to ease market access, boost digital trade: Premier Li. ecns.cn China will further ease market access and improve policies for cross-border e-commerce retail imports, Premier Li Qiang said Thursday, pledging to share opportunities in its market with other countries.
(2026-09-25). Why Is China Investing in Balochistan Despite the Law-and-Order Situation? thinktank.pk The province is rich in natural resources, sits on the Arabian Sea and contains Gwadar, one of the most strategically important locations in the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). At the same time, the province faces persistent security challenges, political tensions, economic deprivation and periodic attacks involving militant and separatist groups. Yet China continues to engage …
(2026-09-25). WHYY Newscast for Friday 9:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-09-25). Labor must stop helping One Nation scapegoat migrants. socialist-alliance.org 
Home affairs and immigration minister Tony Burke's new immigration policy is a boost to Pauline Hanson's One Nation and its Trumpite politics of hate, racism and division, argues Sue Bolton.
(2026-09-25). IG Metall union ties pay to company profits, preparing new cuts for autoworkers in Germany. wsws.org By linking wage rises to individual firms' profit margins, IG Metall is setting up deeper cuts in real wages for workers in the crisis-hit auto and machine-building sectors, while dangling bonuses for arms firms.
(2026-09-25). 'Never Fails to Disappoint': Fetterman Joins GOP to Keep Trump's Iran War Going. scheerpost.com Jon Queally Common Dreams "This reckless war has cost American lives, innocent lives, tens of billions of dollars, and higher prices on nearly everything here at home. John and 49 Republican Senators voted in favor of all of that." Democratic Sen. John Fetterman of Pennsylvania was the lone Democrat on Thursday to help Republicans in the US Senate vote down a resolution to …
(2026-09-25). Chinese veteran actor You Benchang dies at 93. ecns.cn Chinese veteran actor You Benchang died of an illness at 93 in Beijing on Wednesday morning.
(2026-09-25). Faded, tattered and torn: The Gilded Age glory of Elkins Park's Lynnewood Hall is back on display after 84 years. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Lynnewood Hall is a Gilded Age estate in Elkins Park whose gilding is severely tarnished. | The 110,000-square-foot mansion has 107 rooms, including 38 bathrooms and one of the largest private ballrooms on the East Coast. But plaster walls are crumbling, mirrors are shattered, ceiling moldings are propped up by 2x4s and wood-paneled rooms are streaked with water stains. | "This is America's Downton Abbey," Edward Thome, executive director of the Lynnewood Hall Preservation F…
(2026-09-25). China urges Japan to earn trust through concrete actions: spokesperson. ecns.cn The world cares more about what Japan does than what it says, and Japan can only realize its postwar image as a "country for peace" by repenting its history and making a clean break with militarism, Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said Wednesday.
(2026-09-25). How a Single Blocked Channel in Australia Could Put Billions in US Submarine Investment at Risk. moguldom.com Western Australia is preparing for a much larger submarine presence at HMAS Stirling, with major infrastructure work already underway. That investment depends on a base that sits within the busy maritime environment of Cockburn Sound. The evidence concerning AUKUS raises an important question about what could happen if access to the Sound were suddenly restricted. A …
(2026-09-25). Saudi Arabia allies line up support as Houthi attacks mount. aljazeera.com France is sending military to protect key Yanbu oil terminal; Pakistan and Türkiye to hold military talks with Riyadh.
(2026-09-25). US government continues to torture gunshot victim Wilber Garces Perez. wsws.org Four days after an ICE thug shot him in the back, Garces Perez remains imprisoned with a bleeding wound and a bullet near his spine, despite a specialist's recommendation that it be surgically removed.
(2026-09-25). Peak Bird Migration Reveals Gaps In Northwest Weather Radar. wattsupwiththat.com We are now at the peak of the bird migration season, and weather radar does a good job of tracking our feathered friends.
(2026-09-25). Pakistan, Türkiye edge closer towards joining Saudi war against Houthis. aljazeera.com Pakistani and Turkish military chiefs head to Riyadh for urgent talks, but both countries remain cautious on involvement…
(2026-09-25). Full text: Xi's remarks at state dinner held by Trump at the White House. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping on Thursday gave remarks at the state dinner hosted by U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House in Washington, D.C., the United States.
(2026-09-25). Saturday 9/26: Hands Across the Sand – SF Bay Chapter. indybay.org Ocean Beach Stairwell 19, Great Hwy Near Beach Chalet, San Francisco…
(2026-09-25). Tens of Thousands Protest the War Criminal Butcher Netanyahu in NYC! Free Palestine! wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-09-25). Fighting in northern Ethiopia spurs fears of blackout and blockade. aljazeera.com Tigray was cut off from the world during the 2020-2022 civil war, which killed around 600,000 people.
(2026-09-25). PTI postpones Islamabad march to October 4: party sources. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leadership on Friday decided to postpone its planned long march on Islamabad until October 4, with Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (K-P) Chief Minister Sohail Afridi set to formally announce the decision, according to party sources. | The PTI had announced last month that it would march to Islamabad on September 27 to press for the release of party founder Imran Khan. The party had been preparing a central convoy from K-P, with caravans from other parts of the country expected to join before proceeding towards the federal capital. The federal government warned the party against going ahead wi…
(2026-09-25). 9 White Label Digital Agencies for Resellers in 2026. moguldom.com Nine agencies show up again and again when marketers search for a partner to fulfill SEO work behind the scenes or run it in-house. Some sell full-service digital . Others focus on a narrower lane. The right fit depends on whether you need a single specialist plugged into your existing workflow or a full team …
(2026-09-25). Gone to the dogs: Gateway Playhouse in Somers Point, N.J., trains Seeing Eye dogs during performances. 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? When the curtain goes up on the The more blasé, the better. | "It's really good for them to be able to just relax and be calm during this whole thing," said Peter Avagliano, the Somers Point technical director. "That's all we ask of them,…
(2026-09-25). UPTE CWA UCSF Healthcare Workers Still Facing H&S Dangers & Lack Of Pay Parity From UCSF. indybay.org Dozens of UPTE CWA UCSF healthcare workers rallied at SF General Hospital at Building 80/90 where UPTE social worker Alberto Rangel was killed by a patient earlier in the year. They spoke out about the serious health and safety issues an the need for pay parity of all social workers.
(2026-09-25). JI to set up 25 protest camps across Karachi over power woes, petroleum levy from tomorrow. tribune.com.pk 
Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) Karachi chief Munim Zafar on Friday announced the establishment of 25 demonstration camps across Karachi from tomorrow onwards to protest against the city's power woes and the petroleum levy. | A day earlier, K-Electric top brass shied away from a call for a meeting at the Sindh Assembly. The company's absence did little to cool lawmakers' anger over Karachi's persistent power cuts, and instead the no-show pushed a special house committee closer to punitive action, with possible privilege proceedings and even arrest on the cards. | Speaking at a press conference at Idara Noor-e-Haq in Kara…
(2026-09-25). Delaware election 2026: Midterm voter guides, key races and more. whyy.org Who is on the ballot in Delaware?: | In Delaware, voters will weigh in on races for attorney general, the U.S. Senate and the U.S. House, among others. | U.S. Senate: | What do U.S. senators do?: | The U.S. Senate, whose 100 members comprise the upper chamber of the legislative branch, works with the U.S. House of Representatives to make laws, confirm presidential appointments and approve treaties. U.S. senators serve six-year terms. | Who is running for the U.S. Senate in Delaware?: | Democratic Party: Republican Part…
(2026-09-25). Nadia Khan's gym questions overshadow Parishae Adnan's NYFW achievement. tribune.com.pk 
TV host Nadia Khan faced criticism over her interview with designer Parishae Adnan, with viewers questioning why a conversation following the designer's New York Fashion Week achievement repeatedly focused on her clothing, gym videos and whether her parents approved of her choices. | Parishae recently appeared on Rise and Shine, co-hosted by Khan and Zohaib Hassan on 365 News, following her appearance at New York Fashion Week, where she closed Flying Solo's showcase with her collection Second Skin. The collection centred on sustainability and the reworking of existing garments, bringing Pakistani craftsmanship…
(2026-09-25). Japan moves to tighten rules for foreigners, throwing futures into doubt. aljazeera.com Tokyo is raising the bar for permanent residency amid a broader rightward shift in the Asian nation's politics.
(2026-09-25). United Airlines maintenance technicians vote to reject Teamsters-backed contract. wsws.org Maintenance technicians at United Airlines vote by 53 percent to turn down a contract that failed to meet their wage demands and sought concessions allowing outsourcing to non-union labor.
(2026-09-25). Pakistan begin ASEAN Cup journey with Thailand test. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan begin their FIFA ASEAN Cup journey with a Thailand outing on Saturday with head coach Nolberto Solano urging his players to use the tournament as a test against some of Asia's stronger sides. | The Group B match at Bandung's Si Jalak Harupat Stadium kicks-off at 2pm PST and marks Pakistan's first appearance in an official FIFA tournament. | Pakistan will also face the Philippines on September 29 before completing their group campaign against Vietnam in Jakarta on October 2. | "We want to use this opportunity to test ourselves against teams like Thailand, Philippines and Vietnam," Solano told a pre-mat…
(2026-09-25). WHYY Newscast for Friday 6:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-09-25). Saturday 11/14: 23rd Annual Palestinian Crafts Bazaar. indybay.org 1200 4th St, Berkeley, CA 94710…
(2026-09-25). China wins women's team badminton gold at Asian Games after 12 years. ecns.cn China defeated Japan 3-0 in the women's team badminton final at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games on Thursday, reclaiming the title after a 12-year absence.
(2026-09-25). Fighting erupts between Tigray's rebel alliance and Ethiopia's military. aljazeera.com Fighting has intensified between Ethiopia's military and a new rebel alliance in Tigray.
(2026-09-25). SF Superior Court Issues Temporary Injunction Against SFMTA and MUNI Ticketing Agents. indybay.org The San Francisco Superior Court has issued a Cease and Desist Order and Notice of Temporary Injunction against the SFMTA and MUNI ticketing agents.The order, officially filed on September 24, 2026, by Department 302 (Joseph M. Quinn), strictly bars transit enforcement personnel from issuing citations, conducting enforcement actions, or pursuing collections against the three named plaintiffs: Kylie Liana Liberato Stein, Samantha Fletcher, and Amelia Kylie O'Yamahavalushkiugh.The dynamic summary of the situation includes the following key points: Immediate Halt: All SFMTA and MUNI ticketing agents must stop ta…
(2026-09-25). ICRC president: Urgent steps needed to de-escalate hostilities in Middle East. icrc.org The following is a statement from ICRC President Mirjana Spoljaric on the widening of hostilities in the Middle East:…
(2026-09-25). Fetterman Joins GOP to Block Iran War Powers Resolution — Again. truthout.org Democratic Sen. John Fetterman of Pennsylvania was the lone Democrat on Thursday to help Republicans in the US Senate vote down a resolution to end the "illegal" war of choice launched against Iran by President Donald Trump earlier this year. In the 49-50 vote, the Republican majority blocked the latest resolution calling for an end to the war. While four Republicans — Susan Collins of Maine… |
(2026-09-25). The Pentagon gets flocked in a no-bid contract. What could go wrong? responsiblestatecraft.org As the headquarters to the U.S. military, the Pentagon is surrounded by billions of dollars worth of surveillance and security technology. These systems provide multiple layers of protection for the building but they also carry a risk of backfiring: any surveillance system that is vulnerable to intruders could potentially provide unauthorized users with details about the activities of the Defense Department (DOD) and its employees. This risk is higher than usual right now because of the decision to install a controversial piece of equipment all over the Pentagon grounds: Flock cameras.There are at least nine…
(2026-09-25). PSX gains 266 points in range-bound session. tribune.com.pk 
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) benchmark KSE-100 Index witnessed a range-bound day, gaining only 266.15 points on Friday to close at 170,765, as investors remained cautious amid geopolitical uncertainty and elevated oil prices. | PSX witnessed a mixed session today, with the KSE-100 Index gaining 266 points (+0.16% DoD) to close at 170,765. During the trading hours, the benchmark index traded in both directions before ending on a flattish note ahead of the weekend, noted Ali Najib, Deputy Head of Trading at Arif Habib Ltd. | The KSE-100 Index touched an intraday high of 171,160 (+661 points; +0.39%) and an…
(2026-09-25). Tuesday 9/29: CLOSE AI: No killer robots for ICE, war & fascism! indybay.org Marina Green – near Filmore St.
(2026-09-25). Sindh crucial to growing America-Pakistan ties, says US consul general. tribune.com.pk 
Sindh has remained crucial to the longstanding relationship between Pakistan and the United States, with growing commercial engagement between the two countries offering further opportunities for cooperation, US Consul General Charles Goodman said on Thursday. | Speaking at a reception hosted by the US Consulate General in Karachi to mark the 250th anniversary of American independence, Goodman traced the friendship between the two countries back to Pakistan's independence and highlighted Sindh's role in strengthening bilateral ties. | "Lasting stability is built on economic prosperity, and our consulate team i…
(2026-09-25). Saturday 9/26: Film: Put Your Soul on Your Hand and Walk. indybay.org Revolution Books | 2444 Durant Avenue | Berkeley, CA…
(2026-09-25). Ed Sheeran Does Provide A 'Safe Space' — For The Billionaires Who Own Him. scheerpost.com Jonathan Cook Substack Sheeran's 'political neutrality' is a cover story — hiding an implicit deal. He's allowed to grow rich, on condition he denies a platform to anyone trying to hold the billionaire class to account Lots of journalists do disinformation. After all, it's often their job: to get you looking in the wrong place …
(2026-09-25). 100 Books, One Bigger Message: Japan Reaffirms Its Long-Term Commitment to Pakistan. thinktank.pk Japan is reaffirming its long-standing commitment to Pakistan by placing greater emphasis on education, youth engagement, cultural understanding and people-to-people connections between the two countries. The message was highlighted by H.E. Mr. AKAMATSU Shuichi, Ambassador of Japan to Pakistan, during his visit to the Islamabad Campus of Bahria University on September 24, where he held …
(2026-09-25). Protests in UK after arrest of far-right activist Daniel Thomas. aljazeera.com Protesters gathered outside a police station in southern England after far-right activist Daniel Thomas.
(2026-09-25). Processing error could disenfranchise tens of thousands of voters in Texas. therealnews.com 
This article was originally published by A massive backlog of voter registration applications in Texas could affect the outcome of local and state elections, including a contentious election involving a U.S. Senate seat. | Public officials in the Republican-controlled state…
(2026-09-25). Brigham Nurses Vote Overwhelmingly to Authorize Largest Open-Ended RN Strike in MA History as MGB Billionaires Refuse to Bargain a Fair Contract that Protects Patient Care. wibailoutpeople.org 
09.24.2026 4,000 Brigham nurses are seeking a fair union contract that protects patient care, strengthens the permanent nursing workforce and provides affordable health insurance BOSTON, Mass. — The 4,000 Registered nurses at Brigham and Women's Hospital, represented by the Massachusetts Nurses Association (MNA), cast an overwhelming 93% vote on September 24 to authorize an open-ended …
(2026-09-25). Armenia: Operational highlights for the first half of 2026. icrc.org
(2026-09-25). People across the world celebrate Mid-Autumn together: Overseas influencers immerse themselves in traditional Chinese culture. ecns.cn
(2026-09-25). African Union: Safeguarding water and sanitation in armed conflict and detention. icrc.org
(2026-09-25). Ethiopia: A powerful guide for those who carry weapons. icrc.org
(2026-09-25). Beijing Xiangshan Forum: Upholding humanity amid evolving risks and challenges. icrc.org
(2026-09-25). Frequently asked questions: Cluster munitions. icrc.org
(2026-09-25). How 3 Colonial Empires Won and Lost Hormuz and Bab el-Mandeb. juancole.com
(2026-09-25). ICRC director-general concludes visits to Oman and Qatar, strengthening humanitarian dialogue and partnerships. icrc.org
(2026-09-25). Sunday 10/18: Althea Karwowski of Bay Resistance: Bay Get Ready Plan. indybay.org
(2026-09-25). Fairy-tale autumn scenery in Ergun, Inner Mongolia. ecns.cn
(2026-09-25). Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS): Subregional Conference in Amman Bridging Theory, research and Field Practice in Supporting Families of Missing Persons. icrc.org
(2026-09-25). Build on the past, shape the future: the ICRC's 40 years of humanitarian dialogue with the PLA. icrc.org
(2026-09-25). ICRC president: The responsibility to protect civilians lies with those who hold political power. icrc.org
(2026-09-25). China launches 26th batch of low-Earth-orbit satellites for satellite internet. ecns.cn
(2026-09-25). ICRC delivers 22 tonnes of medical supplies to support Yemen's front-line hospitals. icrc.org
(2026-09-25). Renewed Appeal 2026: a call to close the humanitarian funding gap. icrc.org
(2026-09-25). Malcolm X Speech on Palestine. wibailoutpeople.org
(2026-09-25). Sunday 10/25: Tim Redmond: What will San Francisco look like in 2027? indybay.org
(2026-09-25). ICRC team meets authorities at Israeli military detention facility as part of efforts to reinstate access. icrc.org
(2026-09-25). Thailand: Asia-Pacific states chart path to strengthen international humanitarian law and preserve humanity in conflict. icrc.org
(2026-09-25). Democratic Republic of the Congo: Shwandezi, the baby without a name. icrc.org
(2026-09-25). Upholding Humanity in War: Global Initiative to Galvanize Political Commitment to International Humanitarian Law. icrc.org
(2026-09-25). Nepal: Operational update on humanitarian response after devastating floods. icrc.org
(2026-09-25). Our work in Israel and the Occupied Territories: January to June 2026. icrc.org
(2026-09-25). Earthquake in Colombia: The ICRC supports the rehabilitation of essential community infrastructure. icrc.org
(2026-09-25). U.S. Sen. Coons of Delaware received, then redirected donations from contractor who's now in prison for illegal contributions. whyy.org
(2026-09-25). Joint statement on the Global Initiative to galvanize political commitment to international humanitarian law. icrc.org
(2026-09-25). Sunday 10/4: Resisting Authoritarianism: A Workshop About PROJECT ESTHER. indybay.org
(2026-09-25). ICRC president: The safety of humanitarian personnel is inseparable from the safety of all civilians. icrc.org
(2026-09-25). Saturday 9/26: Hands Across the Sand – No Oil Drilling off Monterey Coast. indybay.org Window on the Bay, 717 Del Monte Ave, Monterey…
(2026-09-25). Premier League and La Liga lead FIFA reform calls after 'exploitative' plan. aljazeera.com Europe's top leagues, from England, Spain, Italy and Germany, add pressure on Gianni Infantino after World Cup plan.
(2026-09-24). Palestinian Elections: Gaza West Bank youth launch independent list in rejection of factional politics. mondoweiss.net 
For the second time, a self-funded civil society list led by young Gazans is seeking a seat in the Palestinian Legislative Council, focusing on immediate hardships, like unemployment, healthcare, and shelter, rather than political ideology.
(2026-09-24). Africa-EU Relations in a Shifting World Order: How Emerging Powers Are Reshaping Economic Ties. moderndiplomacy.eu With the current geopolitical shifts and the emergence of a multipolar world, political, economic, and diplomatic relations between countries are changing. Through BRICS and the Global South, China seeks to challenge the perceived Western hegemony of the global political and economic order. In that regard, Beijing engages with African countries by expanding its influence on …
(2026-09-24). Suspect arrested in connection with Sydenham killings to appear in court. sanews.gov.za Suspect arrested in connection with Sydenham killings to appear in court | A suspect wanted in connection with the killing of nine people in Sydenham in October 2021 is expected to appear in the Durban Magistrate's Court on Friday, 25 September. ⚪ According to the South African Police Service (SAPS), the suspect was arrested in the Obuka area in Melmoth, KwaZulu-Natal, on Wednesday night. ⚪ On 16 October 2021, six people were shot and killed at a house at Palmiet Road Informal Settlement in Sydenham. A short distance from the scene, three more people were shot and killed in two separate incidents on the same d…
(2026-09-23). Xi leaves for state visit to U.S. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping left Beijing on Wednesday for a state visit to the United States at the invitation of U.S. President Donald Trump.
(2026-09-23). Rusia dice Alemania y el doble filo de las sanciones de EEUU. cubadebate.cu Mientras los rusos respaldan al poder con una participación electoral récord, los alemanes parecen tomar el rumbo opuesto, castigando al oficialismo por su gestión. Entretanto, la Administración Trump y los republicanos enfrentan serias dificultades con el sector energético, mientras China y la India prometen responder a las sanciones por la compra de hidrocarburos rusos.
(2026-09-23). Presidente iraní rechaza declaraciones de Trump en la ONU y denuncia ataques terroristas de EEUU e Israel. cubadebate.cu En su intervención ante la Asamblea General de las Naciones Unidas (ONU), el presidente de la República Islámica de Irán, Masoud Pezeshkian, denunció los ataques terroristas de Estados Unidos e Israel y rechazó las acusaciones de ser un Estado terrorista.
(2026-09-23). Delcy Rodríguez califica de histórica su reunión con Trump. cubadebate.cu La presidenta encargada de Venezuela, Delcy Rodríguez, calificó de "histórica" su reunión de este martes con el mandatario estadounidense, Donald Trump, en Nueva York, después casi nueve meses de la incursión armada estadounidense en el país sudamericano que terminó con el secuestro del presidente Nicolás Maduro y su esposa, la diputada Cilia Flores.
(2026-09-23). Erdogan slams Israel's 'genocidal mindset' in blistering UN address. asiapacificreport.nz 
Asia Pacific Report Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has condemned Israeli actions in Gaza and the occupied West Bank in a blistering speech at the United Nations General Assembly, reports Al Jazeera. In a address that saw the Israeli delegation walk out and Palestinian representatives applaud, Erdogan spoke of Israel's continuing war crimes in Gaza…
(2026-09-23). Sheinbaum: Yo también podría decir que es difícil vivir junto a un país que tiene tan alto consumo de drogas. cubadebate.cu Ante la nueva embestida del jefe de la Casa Blanca, Donald Trump, contra México durante su discurso ante la Asamblea General de la ONU acusándolo que es difícil compartir frontera con un país controlado por los cárteles, la presidenta Claudia Sheinbaum aseveró que "yo también podría decir que es difícil vivir junto a un país que tiene tan alto consumo de drogas.
(2026-09-23). Estafa de la foto efímera de WhatsApp: qué es y cómo evitar que te extorsionen. cubadebate.cu Vamos a hablarte de una nueva estafa por WhatsApp de la que ya está avisando la Policía. Se trata de una estafa utilizando el envío de una foto efímera, algo con lo que juegan con nuestra curiosidad primero y nuestra culpabilidad después para intentar sacarnos dinero.
(2026-09-23). Raidel Martínez hace historia en Japón: Tercer máximo salvador histórico de la Liga Profesional. cubadebate.cu El lanzador cubano Raidel Martínez escribió hoy otra página de gloria en el béisbol japonés al convertirse en el tercer máximo salvador histórico de la Liga Profesional, ahora en solitario, con 253 rescates. Martínez, cerrador de los Gigantes de Yomiuri, alcanzó la cifra durante la victoria 2-1 sobre los Carpas de Hiroshima.
(2026-09-23). Cuba cae ante Estados Unidos en Final Six de Voleibol. cubadebate.cu El equipo de Cuba perdió ante el de Estados Unidos en parciales corridos en su segunda salida a la cancha de la Ciudad Deportiva Juan Fernández Albarrán, de la ciudad de Zinacantepec, estado de México, sede del torneo Final Six Femenino Norceca de Voleibol 2026. Las norteñas, favoritas para retener el título, ganaron por 25-17, 25-22 y 25-13).
(2026-09-23). Aumenta el éxodo de republicanos que se alejan de Trump. cubadebate.cu Que los republicanos que buscan distanciarse de Donald Trump antes de las elecciones intermedias era algo hasta cierto punto inevitable, dado lo históricamente impopular que es el presidente. Pero los ejemplos se acumulan y, de manera notable, esto está ocurriendo incluso en territorios fuertemente republicanos.
(2026-09-23). La Guiteras prosigue su mantenimiento tras detectar una fuga en el economizador. cubadebate.cu Desde la Central Termoeléctrica Antonio Guiteras informan que, como resultado de la prueba hidráulica realizada al economizador, se detectó una fuga, lo que obliga a prolongar las labores de reparación en la unidad, una de las más importantes del Sistema Electroenergético Nacional (SEN).
(2026-09-23). Israel Damaged 82 Percent of Gaza's Buildings. Collapses Are Burying Us Alive. truthout.org Khaled Al Soutari, who was inside the six-story residential building in western Gaza City that collapsed on September 16, is now sleeping on the street without a tent, devastated by the loss of 21 of his neighbors. "They were more than just neighbors to me," Al Soutari told me when I interviewed him two days after the building collapse, sitting on the street with a group of his neighbors next… |
(2026-09-23). Palestine advocacy group criticises NZ failure over Gaza human rights test. asiapacificreport.nz 
Asia Pacific Report The Palestine Forum (PFNZ) has challenged New Zealand's Foreign Minister Winston Peters over the country's response to the Gaza as a test of commitment to international law, human rights and self-determination, saying "meaningful action" is needed now. "Words alone do not end occupation," said Maher Nazzal, chair of PFNZ. "Statements alone do…
(2026-09-23). JD.com, Alibaba, Hengli top China's 2026 private enterprise ranking. ecns.cn JD.com, Alibaba (China) Co., Ltd. and Hengli Group Co., Ltd. ranked as China's top three private enterprises in 2026, according to a list released Tuesday in Tianjin by the All-China Federation of Industry and Commerce (ACFIC).
(2026-09-23). DOJ Cites "National Security" to Defend Trump's White House Ban on News Outlets. truthout.org The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) submitted a legal filing on Tuesday arguing that President Donald Trump has the right to ban media outlets from the White House, dubiously citing issues of "national security." Trump announced the ban — which affects CNN, MS NOW, and Politico — in a Truth Social post on Friday, claiming he was banning the outlets as a "result of their constant 'reporting'… |
(2026-09-23). Fain's "international solidarity" with IG Metall: The unity of the trade union bureaucracies against the working class. wsws.org Fain's declaration of "solidarity" with IG Metall is an alliance of two union apparatuses implementing mass job cuts, backing trade war and preparing the plants for war production, against the emerging international movement of the rank and file.
(2026-09-23). Did NASA's Administrator Just Tease An SR-71 Blackbird Follow-On X-Plane? (Updated). twz.com 
NASA's Isaacman showed a silhouette that evoked the famed SR-71 and declared his agency is getting "back in the business of flying high and fast again."
(2026-09-23). Sri Lankan students and workers demand freedom for Ukrainian socialist Bogdan Syrotiuk. wsws.org SEP and IYSSE members in Sri Lanka won support from students, health workers and other workers in Colombo and on two university campuses for the campaign to free Ukrainian socialist Bogdan Syrotiuk, jailed for 15 years for opposing the war.
(2026-09-23). Nigel Farage-Backed Bitcoin Firm to Buy Gold Dealer That Paid Him £685,500. bylinetimes.com 
A bitcoin firm in which Nigel Farage holds a stake is set to buy the gold dealer that pays him as its 'brand ambassador' — further entrenching the Reform UK leader's financial interests in the cryptocurrency world. | On 15 September, Stack BTC — which announced Farage as a 6.31% shareholder in March, alongside Liz Truss's former chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng as its executive chairman announced it planned to buy gold dealers Direct Bullion. | In an announcement to the markets, Stack BTC wrote: "Today we announced heads of terms for our proposed first acquisition: Direct Bullion, a UK precious metals dea…
(2026-09-23). Governments ignored scientists warning that climate scare was based on implausible scenarios. onlineopinion.com.au It's a failure of economics more than it is a failing of climate science.
(2026-09-23). Trump Attempts to Rebrand Artificial Intelligence as "Super Intelligence" truthout.org In a speech before the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday, President Donald Trump announced that he is renaming artificial intelligence, or AI, directing all U.S. agencies to call it "super intelligence" and encouraging the world community to follow suit. The proposed name change comes as public concerns are mounting regarding the technology's unregulated expansion… |
(2026-09-23). China Great Wall Museum to reopen with more than 700 artifacts. ecns.cn The China Great Wall Museum in Beijing will reopen after renovation, with more than 700 artifacts to be displayed in its permanent exhibition.
(2026-09-23). China's BDS installed on over 12 million commercial vehicles. ecns.cn More than 12 million commercial vehicles in China are equipped with the BeiDou Navigation Satellite System (BDS) , with high-precision lane-level navigation covering more than 99% of urban and rural roads.
(2026-09-23). China-Central Asia meteorological cooperation forum opens in Urumqi. ecns.cn The second China-Central Asia Meteorological Cooperation Forum opened in Urumqi, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, bringing together meteorological officials and experts to discuss cooperation on disaster prevention, mitigation and meteorological technology.
(2026-09-23). Quiz: Are You a Foreign Policy and History Genius? davidswanson.org Grab paper and pencil. Write down the numbers 1 through 10 and get ready to mark down next to them either "True" or "False." Think I can trick you? Ten items follow. Which are true and which false? See the answers at the end. 1. The grandfather of the current leader of North Korea, the …
(2026-09-23). Majority of Americans favor cooperation and engagement with China. ecns.cn Fifty seven percent of Americans favor friendly cooperation and engagement with China, according to a survey released Monday by the Chicago Council on Global Affairs.
(2026-09-23). Trump's Final Battle to Sabotage the Midterms. truthout.org After the 2020 presidential election that resulted in a clear victory for Joe Biden, Donald Trump tried mightily to overturn the outcome. He has persistently insisted to this day that he won and Biden lost. On January 6, 2021, Trump ordered then-Vice President Mike Pence to violate his constitutional duty to certify the duly elected electors before the joint session of Congress by counting only… |
(2026-09-23). How Donald Trump Has Lowered the Wages of American Workers. warisacrime.org On June 6, 2025, Donald Trump's White House staff issued an upbeat statement proclaiming that what it called the "Trump Effect" was creating "higher pay for American workers." The reality, though, is that Trump, during his second term in office, has deliberately reduced the wages of millions of workers and, despite substantial inflation, frozen the …
(2026-09-23). The Santa Marta emperor's new clothes. colombiareports.com To view this content, you must be a member of
(2026-09-23). 48th WorldSkills Competition kicks off in Shanghai. ecns.cn The 48th WorldSkills Competition opened in Shanghai on Tuesday evening, with 1,385 competitors from 68 countries and regions vying in 64 skill events.
(2026-09-23). Dual holidays plus Canton Fair to drive passenger boom at Guangzhou Baiyun Airport. ecns.cn Passenger flow at Guangzhou Baiyun Airport in Guangdong Province is expected to surge during the upcoming Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day holidays, coupled with the 140th Canton Fair, according to the Baiyun Immigration Inspection Station.
(2026-09-23). China unveils first independently developed 6-MW-class emergency diesel generator for nuclear plants. ecns.cn CSSC Power (Group) Corporation Limited unveiled China's first independently developed 6-MW-class emergency diesel generator set for nuclear power plants in Shanghai on Tuesday.
(2026-09-23). China identifies super-large copper-gold deposit. ecns.cn China announced major breakthroughs in mineral exploration this year, with newly identified resources at the Chating copper-gold deposit in Anhui Province and the Zhugongtang lead-zinc deposit in Guizhou Province, both now classified as super-large deposits.
(2026-09-23). Thomas Ruff's jpegs ny: A formalist response to the September 11 attacks. wsws.org The German photographer's series emphasizes pixels, computer technology and the manipulation of images while suppressing social, historical and even human considerations.
(2026-09-23). Transit workers call for independent investigation into the death of subway conductor Moet McCullum. wsws.org Workers condemned the participation of Transport Workers Union Local 100 in the investigation alongside the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA), arguing that the agency cannot be relied upon to hold itself accountable.
(2026-09-23). NZ electioneering fraud over escalating retail prices. wsws.org Whichever combination of capitalist parties makes up the next government after November 7, the cost-of-living crisis will continue and worsen.
(2026-09-23). Berlin funds rearmament over education: Pupils record lowest PISA scores since 2000. wsws.org Germany posted its worst PISA scores since testing began in 2000, as the government funds the largest rearmament drive since the Nazi era.
(2026-09-23). Shooter of Palestinian College Students Convicted After 3 Years. truthout.org On Monday, a jury convicted Jason Eaton of attempted murder for shooting three Palestinian college students in November 2023, concluding a case that highlights an increase in anti-Palestinian racism since October 7. On November 25, 2023, Eaton shot Kinnan Abdalhamid, Tahseen Ali Ahmad, and Hisham Awartani in Burlington, Vermont, after seeing them walk by his apartment. The three students… |
(2026-09-23). Peng Xuwei wins Asian Games gold, hopes to inspire more Asian backstroke swimmers. ecns.cn Chinese swimmer Peng Xuwei claimed the women's 200-meter backstroke title at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games on Tuesday, clocking 2: 05.77 and setting a new Asian record.
(2026-09-23). Guangzhou-led hydrogen pilot targets 16,000 fuel-cell vehicles and 100 refueling stations. ecns.cn A Guangzhou-led hydrogen pilot program involving 11 cities in five Chinese provinces aims to deploy 16,000 hydrogen fuel-cell vehicles and build 100 refueling stations during the four-year pilot period, under plans announced Tuesday in Guangzhou.
(2026-09-23). New testing finds toxins above screening levels after 2023 East Palestine, Ohio derailment. wsws.org Newly released environmental testing presented at an East Palestine town hall found dioxins and carcinogenic hydrocarbons above health screening levels at numerous locations, raising new questions over contamination following the 2023 Norfolk Southern derailment.
(2026-09-23). ADB raises 2026 growth forecast for developing Asia-Pacific economies. ecns.cn The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has raised its 2026 growth forecast for developing economies in Asia and the Pacific slightly to 5 percent, according to its Asian Development Outlook September 2026 released Wednesday.
(2026-09-23). To tell stories of China's cultural heritage, turn it into stories that audiences want to hear and watch: British vlogger. ecns.cn At the 2026 Beijing Cultural Forum, British vlogger Stuart Wiggin shared his approach to presenting China's cultural heritage, saying the key is to turn it into stories that audiences want to hear and watch.
(2026-09-23). It's Good To Bully Celebrities About Palestine. caitlinjohnstone.com.au I strongly disagree with the idea that it's unhelpful to bully celebrities about their position on Palestine. On the contrary, I think we should bully them more. | We tend to underestimate the consequences of the fact that all the most amplified voices in our society are millionaires. Under capitalism the people with the largest platforms and the biggest audiences are all wealthy enough to have a vested interest in preserving the status quo, so they're reluctant to rock the boat politically in any major w…
(2026-09-23). Where Are The Aircraft Carriers?: September 23, 2026. twz.com 
The crew of the USS Abraham Lincoln touched American soil for the first time in nine months, when the strike group pulled into Apra Harbor, Guam, for a
(2026-09-23). Documentary on Xinjiang's first blind football team screens at Silk Road film festival. ecns.cn Voy Boys, a documentary following Xinjiang's first blind football team, was screened Monday at the 13th Silk Road International Film Festival in Xi'an, Shaanxi Province.
(2026-09-23). Burnham government's takeover of Speciality Steels UK: a blueprint for war production, not a rescue plan for jobs. wsws.org Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds said the four sites will play "a vital role supporting the Government's modern Industrial Strategy", as the Department of Business highlighted Speciality Steels UK's production for aerospace and defence and its "proud history" of producing "missiles, munitions and artillery casings."
(2026-09-23). London bus drivers and other workers call for Bogdan's freedom. wsws.org A bus driver at Wood Green said, "I am very shocked by this. Fifteen years? I will sign the petition, and I will most certainly pass it around at work and online."
(2026-09-23). Reconstituting the United Nations for collective security we need a popular campaign! onlineopinion.com.au A UN which carried a big stick. Now that would change international relations.
(2026-09-23). Sweeping changes to Fiji's governance recommended by Constitution Commission. asiapacificreport.nz 
RNZ Pacific reporters Fiji's Constitution Review Commission wants a new governance system for the country and the coup immunity provisions of the 2013 Constitution repealed. Its also recommending giving the Great Council of Chiefs constitutional recognition, scrapping the current electoral system, replacing the current parliamentary system, and pushing the military to focus on external defence.
(2026-09-23). Video Shows RAF Hawk T2 Trainer Crew Ejecting Before Jet Crashes (Updated). twz.com 
(2026-09-23). This Is Taiwan's New 105mm 8àó8 Mobile Gun System. twz.com 
Taiwan has provided the first public look at its new 105mm 8×8 mobile gun system in action, with the domestically developed vehicle engaging moving and stationary targets during a live-fire demonstration in southern Taiwan. The vehicle is being developed as Taiwan continues to modernize its ground forces in response to the growing capabilities and During the demonstration, hel…
(2026-09-23). Federal judge blocks deportation, as ICE continues torture of Wilber Garces Perez in Texas concentration camp. wsws.org The wounded husband, father and DoorDash delivery driver remains isolated in ICE custody with a fractured collarbone and a bullet near his spine, while the agent who shot him remains unidentified and uncharged.
(2026-09-23). Inside Pearsall, the ICE prison holding wounded delivery worker Wilber Garces Perez. wsws.org "To me, it looked like a modern-day concentration camp in there," a former Pearsall detainee told the WSWS.
(2026-09-23). PINA president calls for greater protection for Pacific journalists covering crime networks. asiapacificreport.nz RNZ Pacific reporters The president of the Pacific Islands News Association (PINA) says journalists need greater protection when reporting on organised crime networks. Speaking at a panel discussion on organised crime in Savusavu, Kalafi Moala said journalists investigating drug trafficking face increasing threats to their personal safety. Moala, who is also RNZ Pacific correspondent in…
(2026-09-23). China's Recent J-36 Heavy Stealth Tactical Jet Testing Offers New Insights Into Its Evolving Design. twz.com 
China's Chengdu Aircraft Corporation continues to press ahead with the development of its
(2026-09-23). New international cargo route connects Jiaxing with Chicago. ecns.cn Under the supervision of Jiaxing Customs in Zhejiang Province, the new regular route to Chicago provides a direct air freight link between the Yangtze River Delta and North America.
(2026-09-23). The A-10 Era Is Over At Nellis AFB. twz.com 
(2026-09-23). 'Pedagogy of the Oppressed' Brazilian educator Paulo Freire profiled in new documentary. asiapacificreport.nz Democracy Now! AMY GOODMAN: This is Democracy Now!, I'm Amy Goodman, with Juan González. We profile a remarkable new documentary about Paulo Freire, the acclaimed Brazilian educator whose revolutionary approach to teaching connected literacy to critical thinking and democratic participation. In the early 1960s, Freire led an experiment in adult education in the northeastern Brazilian…
(2026-09-23). Australia: ACT Labor government slashes secondary college budgets. wsws.org This is not an increase in funding for disadvantaged schools, but a reallocation of scarce resources within a system that has been systematically starved for decades.
(2026-09-23). Women and Youth Are at the Forefront of the Struggle for Palestinian Liberation. truthout.org I grew up in a household of women and children that, as my sisters and I matured, eventually became a household of only women. My father was frequently gone on long overseas business trips before his untimely death when I was seven. I often wonder if this is the reason the expression "women and children" strikes me as essentially flawed: It suggests that women and children are the more vulnerable… |
(2026-09-23). The Evolving Role Of Ukraine's Artillery In The Age Of Drones. twz.com 
It's stunning to comprehend how much has changed since Russia began its invasion of Ukraine. The conflict quickly turned into one dominated by artillery, with both sides scrambling to source shells wherever possible. Drones have since replaced tubed artillery as the 'king of battle' along the front, but cannons still have an important place on the battlefield. The commander of a new combined drone-artillery brigade
(2026-09-23). Chinese premier addresses opening ceremony of WorldSkills Conference 2026. ecns.cn Chinese Premier Li Qiang on Wednesday addressed the opening ceremony of the WorldSkills Conference 2026 held in Shanghai, calling for closer international exchanges and cooperation on skills development.
(2026-09-23). China moves to standardize health and comfort testing for NEVs. ecns.cn China is working to include motion sickness and other health concerns associated with new energy vehicles (NEVs) in standardized testing and evaluation.
(2026-09-23). Trump's threat to "annihilate" Iran: The criminalization of imperialist foreign policy. wsws.org US President Donald Trump told the United Nations General Assembly Tuesday that he is deciding whether to "annihilate the Islamic Republic" of Iran and "drive them into hell with no chance of survival."
(2026-09-23). China to roll out at least half a day of off-campus practical learning each week. ecns.cn China will roll out at least half a day of off-campus practical learning each week in schools nationwide, Tian Zuyin, director-general of the Ministry of Education's Department of Basic Education, said Wednesday at a State Council Information Office press conference in Beijing.
(2026-09-23). In the wake of MIDA, Fiji's news industry has turned full circle for media freedom. asiapacificreport.nz COMMENTARY: By Anish Chand in Savusavu In 2023, Fiji's Media Industry Development Authority (MIDA) was scrapped, marking a significant moment for Fiji's media landscape. A year later, at the PINA Media Summit in Niue, Fijian journalists spoke openly about rebuilding — of a media industry that was learning to find its feet again, reclaim its…
(2026-09-23). Hong Kong's Siobhan Haughey wins women's 100m freestyle gold at Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games. ecns.cn
(2026-09-23). WorldSkills Museum: a glimpse of skills at their peak. ecns.cn
(2026-09-23). China wins women's volleyball gold at Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games. ecns.cn
(2026-09-23). New York Times Tells Us China's Economy is Crashing, Again. cepr.net
(2026-09-23). China wins men's 4x100m medley relay gold at Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games. ecns.cn
(2026-09-23). Chinese-made NEVs head to Europe in large numbers. ecns.cn
(2026-09-23). Panda family enjoys festive feast ahead of Mid-Autumn Festival. ecns.cn Hong Kong Ocean Park prepared a special festive feast, including mooncakes and fresh fruit, for giant pandas Ying Ying, Le Le and their Hong Kong-born twin cubs Jia Jia and De De on Wednesday, ahead of the Mid-Autumn Festival.
(2026-09-23). Report Warns Heat May Kill 451,000 People in First 9 Months of Super El Niño. truthout.org A report published Wednesday by researchers at the University of Chicago's Climate Impact Lab estimates that extreme heat fueled by this year's "Super El Niño" event could kill more than 450,000 people in the coming months, in addition to deaths from drought, wildfires, and other extreme weather. The report notes that "anomalously warm conditions" caused by the record-shattering El Niño… |