(2026-02-12). UK Opposition: "We do not believe that Israel's actions in Gaza constitute genocide. The Israel Defence Forces do not deliberately target civilians." dissidentvoice.org UK Government: "I would not want to give the House or the public the impression that we have not taken significant steps in the course of the last 18 months." Last week the House of Commons debated a motion on Parliament's "obligation to assess the risk of genocide under international law" in regard to Occupied …
(2026-02-12). Friday 2/13: Noisemakers Against Genocide. indybay.org üîªLocation: 456 Montgomery – israeli Consulate…
(2026-02-12). Sky goes full, deranged propaganda mode against anti-Zionist Jews. thecanary.co 
Sky News has run a frankly deranged — and antisemitic — article that attempts to demonise Brighton's anti-genocide activists. To the educated eye, it reads like an extract from an Israel lobby playbook. This should perhaps not surprise. Antisemitism is rife in the British media — just not in the way audiences are routinely told […] | By
(2026-02-12). How the U.S. Weaponizes Starvation and Aid in Gaza & Cuba. portside.org How the U.S. Weaponizes Starvation and Aid in Gaza & Cuba |
(2026-02-12). Exclusive-Trump plans to announce Gaza funding plan, troops at first Board of Peace meeting, US officials say. al-monitor.com By Steve HollandWASHINGTON, Feb 12 (Reuters) – President Donald Trump will announce a multi-billion dollar reconstruction plan for Gaza and detail plans for a U.N.-authorized stabilization force for the Palestinian enclave at the first formal meeting of his Board of Peace next week, two senior U.S. officials said on Thursday.Delegations from at least 20 countries, including many heads of state, are expected to attend the meeting in Washington, D.C., which Trump will chair on February 19, the officials told Reuters on condition of anonymity.
(2026-02-12). Thursday 2/12: Webinar: Ramadan in Gaza: Food and Nourishment for Families. indybay.org Zoom | us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_lnzk……
(2026-02-12). Investigation reveals Israel 'evaporated' nearly 3,000 Palestinians with thermal weapons in Gaza. strategic-culture.su By Brad REED | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | "We found nothing of Saad. Not even a body to bury. That was the hardest part." | An…
(2026-02-12). Thursday 2/12: Power Half Hour for Gaza. indybay.org Zoom | http: //jvp.org/gazaph…
(2026-02-12). Israel's Wall of Apartheid. counterpunch.org 
It is because you are Palestinian." That was the rationale used by organizers of a major Christian mission conference in Ireland to explain why they were considering withdrawing their invitation for me to speak at their conference. Their concern was not due to any controversial things I had said or done. …Their hesitancy for me
(2026-02-12). Pezeshkian says Iran not seeking nukes, blames West for 'wall of mistrust'. hindustantimes.com Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian used celebrations for the 47th anniversary of the Islamic Revolution to again insist Tehran is not seeking nuclear weapons, blasting what he called a "high wall of mistrust" built by the US and Europe. He said Iran is "prepared for any kind of verification" but will not "bow" to Western "excessive demands," tying stalled talks to Washington and European rhetoric. Pezeshkian also praised countries like the UAE, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and Egypt for pursuing diplomacy and trying to block "malicious plans" by Israel and the US. Watch for details…
(2026-02-12). Netanyahu Meets With Trump Days After US and Iran Held Nuclear Talks. truthout.org President Donald Trump held a lengthy meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu Wednesday at the White House, where the two leaders discussed ongoing nuclear talks with Iran. Trump has said he wants to reach a deal with Iran about the country's nuclear program, which Tehran insists is only for peaceful civilian purposes but which the U.S. and Israel claim is aimed at developing… |
(2026-02-12). Deaths in Iran's crackdown on protests reach at least 7,000, activists say. devdiscourse.com The death toll from a crackdown over Iran's nationwide protests last month has reached at least 7,002 people killed with many more still feared dead, activists said Thursday. The slow rise in the number of dead from the demonstrations adds to the overall tensions facing Iran both inside the country and abroad as it tries to negotiate with the United States over its nuclear program. A second round of talks remains up in the air as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu pressed his case directly with US President Donald Trump to intensify his demands on Tehran in the negotiations. "There was nothing definitive r…
(2026-02-12). UPDATE 2-Israel's Netanyahu says Trump may be creating conditions for Iran deal. devdiscourse.com Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday said he hoped that U.S. President Donald Trump was creating the conditions to reach a deal ‚Äåwith Iran that would avoid military action. Netanyahu, who met Trump for talks in Washington on Wednesday, said he had expressed "general scepticism" and said that if an agreement was reached, "it must include the ‚Äåelements that are vital to Israel." They include a halt to Iran's nuclear programme, limits on its ballistic missiles and Iran's proxies, he added. Wednesday'
(2026-02-12). Trump warns Iran of outcome if no nuclear deal. al-monitor.com US President Donald Trump threatened Iran Thursday with "very traumatic" consequences if it fails to make a nuclear deal ⚪ but Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he was skeptical about the quality of any such agreement.Speaking a day after he hosted Netanyahu at the White House, Trump said he hoped for a result "over the next month" from Washington's negotiations with Tehran over its nuclear program."We have to make a deal, otherwise it's going to be very traumatic, very traumatic. I don't want that to happen, but we have to make a deal," Trump told reporters.
(2026-02-12). The Banality of Evil Jeffrey Epstein. consortiumnews.com Who was this nonpareil hustler? That is the question that challenges our understanding of human behavior, says Michael Brenner. By Michael Brenner The Epstein affair is the greatest scandal of modern times. In its dimension, in the scope of participants…
(2026-02-12). Inside the New Epstein Files: What the Unredacted Names Reveal About America's Ruling Class. scheerpost.com In this second installment of our weekly deep dive into the Epstein files, Robert Scheer and media scholar Nolan Higdon unpack a wave of newly unredacted documents that expose the scale—and the culture—of Epstein's elite network. In the last 24 hours alone, Congress forced the release of additional co‚Äëconspirator names, revealing ties that stretch from …
(2026-02-12). Epstein Files Expose Ugly Lifestyle of Powerful and Immunity They Enjoy. ummid.com Epstein files not only reveal an entrenched criminal network of perverted ruling elites and rotten capitalist socialites with an inhuman sexual appetite for young girls, but also expose their power, influence, and lack of accountability.
(2026-02-12). As Epstein Files Turn Into Partisan Circus, Institutional Power Protects Its Own. truthout.org "By some baffling twist of logic, it concluded that Oakes was guilty of offering bribes but that no one was guilty of accepting them," wrote historian Maury Klein regarding the Credit Mobilier scandal. During the late 19th century, financial elites bribed lawmakers to maximize industrial profits through state-sponsored projects. Despite the widespread attention to the scandal and a congressional… |
(2026-02-12). Royals' charity reported for Epstein-linked donations. thecanary.co 
The 'Earthshot Prize' eco-charity set up by royal Prince William and David Attenborough has been reported to the Charity Commission for donations linked to serial child-rapist Jeffrey Epstein. The charity awards five prizes of £1m each to environmental projects each year. Emirati billionaire Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem's logistics company DP World is an Earthshot 'founding […] | By
(2026-02-12). Pam Bondi lies to defend Trump's Epstein ties. thecanary.co 
US attorney general Pam Bondi may have walked herself into a sticky situation after declaring under oath to congress that there is: no evidence that Donald Trump has committed a crime. Pam Bondi: liar Ted Lieu instantly called this out as a lie under oath. Lieu is vice chair of the House Democratic Caucus and […] | By
(2026-02-12). "I Was Just So Disgusted" : Jewish Rep. Balint Walks Out of Hearing After Bondi Calls Her Antisemitic. democracynow.org 
As we continue to look at Wednesday's contentious hearing of the House Judiciary Committee, we speak with Vermont Congressmember Becca Balint, who walked out after Attorney General Pam Bondi accused her of supporting antisemitism. Balint, who is Jewish and whose grandfather died in the Holocaust, had just asked Bondi to meet with survivors of Jeffrey Epstein — a demand that Bondi repeatedly ignored during the hearing. | "It was just heartbreaking to watch the attorney general act in this way, especially when survivors have waited, over the course of decades, for justice," Balint tells Demo…
(2026-02-12). King Charles paid £1.5m to cover sweaty brother's Epstein case. thecanary.co 
Following yet another Epstein bombshell, the royal parasites are in trouble again. It appears that the £12m that Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor paid to Virginia Giuffre out of court in 2022 was stumped up by several prominent members of his family. Including King Charles. The Sun is reporting that not only did the late Queen loan ex-Prince […] | By
(2026-02-12). Trump regime is monitoring lawmakers who view Epstein Files. thecanary.co 
As we've reported, the recently released Epstein Files have shone an unflattering light on many powerful people. President Donald Trump is among those exposed, which is why it was unsurprising to see so many unnecessary (and illegal) redactions in the released documents. Providing some additional transparency, members of congress have been given permission to view […] | By
(2026-02-12). US lawmakers accuse Bondi of hiding names of Epstein associates. geo.tv 
US financier Jeffrey Epstein appears in a photograph taken for the New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services' sex offender registry March 28, 2017. — ReutersLawmakers frustrated with redactions in Epstein files.Justice Department says it has been transparent.Bondi defends…
(2026-02-12). Bondi's Paperwork at Epstein Hearing Suggests Trump's DOJ Is Spying on Congress. truthout.org A photograph taken during U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi's combative appearance before the House Judiciary Committee on Wednesday suggests that the Justice Department has been tracking the search history of lawmakers who are combing through the unredacted Epstein files. As Bondi launched into various tirades against lawmakers, photojournalists managed to snag a picture of her notes… |
(2026-02-12). Did Bondi Spy On Democrats' Search History Of Unredacted Epstein Files? Rep. Raskin Calls It 'Outrageous Abuse Of Power'. menafn.com (MENAFN – Live Mint) Rep. Pramila Jayapal of Washington, a prominent House Democrat, is alleging that Attorney General Pam Bondi spied on her online searches while she was reviewing documents …
(2026-02-12). Headlines for February 12, 2026. democracynow.org AG Bondi Hurls Insults at Lawmakers as She Defends Handling of Epstein Files, Trump Says "Nothing Definitive" Decided on Iran After Hourslong Meeting with Israeli PM Netanyahu, Thousands Protest in Melbourne as Israeli President Herzog Wraps Australia Tour, Video Shows ICE Agents Breaking Into Home of Pennsylvania Family, St. Paul Mayor Demands ICE Leave Minnesota After Federal Agents' Pursuit Ends in Multi-Car Crash, ICE Jailing Immigrants at Previously Undisclosed Floor of Manhattan Federal Building, New Body-Camera Footage and Emails Released in CBP Shooting of Marimar Martinez, FAA Closed El…
(2026-02-12). President Díaz-Canel Reports on Cuba's Plans and Readiness for Confronting US Oil Blockade. counterpunch.org 
The U.S. government's punitive executive order issued by President Trump on January 29 imposes tariffs on all countries shipping oil to Cuba. Already, little or no oil had been arriving in Cuba for several months, the result of a U.S. fleet patrolling in the Caribbean Sea. U.S. military attack on Venezuela on January 3, and
(2026-02-12). President Díaz-Canel Reports on Cuba's Plans and Readiness for Confronting US Oil Blockade. counterpunch.org The U.S. government's punitive executive order issued by President Trump on January 29 imposes tariffs on all countries shipping oil to Cuba. Already, little or no oil had been arriving in Cuba for several months, the result of a U.S. fleet patrolling in the Caribbean Sea. U.S. military attack on Venezuela on January 3, and
(2026-02-12). Tomgram: John Feffer, Trump Goes Rogue as a Globocop. warisacrime.org This article originally appeared at TomDispatch.com. To receive TomDispatch in your inbox three times a week, click here. It's already obvious enough that the military kidnapping of Venezuela's president was just the beginning. Now, as part of his Donroe Doctrine in this hemisphere, President Trump is not just trying to gain control of the giant iced …
(2026-02-12). What Do Venezuela and Minnesota Have in Common. counterpunch.org 
President Donald Trump has begun to speak openly about placing the federal government in charge of overseeing elections in as many as 15 states where, he claims, corruption is rampant. What might Minnesota and Venezuela have in common under this framing? The answer points toward an emerging imperial logic of rule—one that increasingly displaces the
(2026-02-12). Is it a change of power in Iran or regional chaos? uwidata.com By Adem Kƒ±lƒ±àß, Political Scientist/Writer Although it is only the second month of 2026, the world continues to witness events that are reshaping the entire global system. Following events that marked the first month of 2026, such as those in Greenland and Venezuela, the global system is now preparing to leave behind yet another of …
(2026-02-12). AFL-CIO Must Break Ties with U.S. Imperialism. covertactionmagazine.com The condemnation by local, national and international labor organizations of the illegal January 3, 2026, U.S. attack on Venezuela and the kidnapping of President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, is a welcome development. The AFL-CIO has declared, succinctly and without elaboration, "We join the international labor community in condemning President Trump's unconstitutional actions …
(2026-02-12). Amor por Cuba en jóvenes guineanos. radiohc.cu 
La ayuda médica cubana en el exterior también se presta en la formación de recursos humanos y hasta la fecha existen facultades de medicina en países como Angola, Bolivia, Eritrea, Gambia, Guinea Bissau, Guinea Ecuatorial, Guyana, Nicaragua, Tanzania, Timor Leste y Venezuela. | Desde 1960 hasta el 2018, se graduaron en Cuba, 35 787 profesionales de 141 países y se formaron en Guinea Bissau, Timor Leste, Venezuela, Haití, Nicaragua, Guyana y Angola, unos 41 497 médicos, de ellos 37 032 en pregrado y 4465 de posgrado. | Precisamente en Guinea Bissau, el inicio de la colaboración médica se marca en el 21 de octubre…
(2026-02-12). CSTO to conduct 8 military drills in 2026 across four member states. eng.belta.by "The approved plan for 2026 includes 60 events, among them eight command-and-staff (joint) and specialized exercises," Andrei Serdyukov said.
(2026-02-12). Trump's beef trade deal is a lose-lose gamble that won't lower prices. grist.org 
Last week, President Donald Trump announced the United States would temporarily increase the amount of beef the nation imports from Argentina — by 80,000 more metric tons this calendar year. | In an
(2026-02-12). Expert sees significant potential for growth in Belarus-China trade. eng.belta.by Currently, a significant portion of goods manufactured in China is exported. In the analyst's view, this is also a disadvantage for China, as it creates dependence on the situation in sales markets.
(2026-02-12). Rohit Pawar smells conspiracy in Ajit Pawar plane crash. ummid.com Rohit Pawar, MLA and NCP (Sharad Pawar) leader, said Ajit Pawar's plane crash on January 28, 2026 was not an accident and could be a conspiracy.
(2012-02-26). Polls close, counting begins in Bangladesh election after high turnout. tribune.com.pk 
Counting began in Bangladesh's pivotal national election on Thursday after tens of millions of people voted for a new government following the 2024 ouster of long‚Äëtime premier Sheikh Hasina in a tumultuous Gen Z‚Äëdriven uprising. | Although final figures were not immediately available, Akhtar Ahmed, senior secretary of the Election Commission, told reporters that nearly half the electorate had voted at 36,031 of the 42,651 polling centres by 2pm (0800 GMT), with two-and-a-half hours to go. | That is more than the entire 42% turnout at the last election in 2024. | Analysts say…
(2012-02-26). England coach Tuchel extends contract through to Euro 2028. tribune.com.pk 
Thomas Tuchel has signed a new contract that will see him remain head coach of the England national football team through to the end of Euro 2028 in the UK and Ireland, the Football Association announced on Thursday. | Tuchel was confirmed as the successor to Gareth Southgate in October 2024 and has overseen an unbeaten qualification run to this year's World Cup in North America, with England winning all eight group games under their German boss. | "I am very happy and proud to extend my time with England," said the 52-year-old former Chelsea manager in an FA statement. | "It is no secret to anyone that I have…
(2026-02-12). Bibi to Don: You Can't Use Your Nukes without Starting Armageddon. But We Can Use Ours. dissidentvoice.org Twice in the last year, Israel and its Big Brother have started a war to crush Iran. Without success. But if at first you don't succeed… So Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is still trying to sell the leader of the dwindling superpower on the idea of destroying Iran. Netanyahu is obsessed, because — in …
(2026-02-12). China's Wingtech faces setback as Dutch court keeps Nexperia CEO suspended, orders probe. scmp.com A Netherlands court has upheld the suspension of Zhang Xuezheng, former CEO of Dutch chipmaker Nexperia, and ordered an investigation into the company's governance — another setback for Chinese parent company Wingtech. | "The Enterprise Chamber … acknowledges that Nexperia faced complex dilemmas due to geopolitical developments. However, this does not mean that an investigation should be omitted in this case," the court said in its ruling, published on Wednesday.
(2026-02-12). UPDATE 2-Texas airport shutdown shows troubling FAA-Pentagon disconnect, senators say. devdiscourse.com U.S. senators on Thursday ‚Äåcriticized the…
(2026-02-12). New Study Identifies the Optimal Exercise Dose for Reducing Fatty Liver. globalresearch.ca Fatty liver disease affects a large portion of adults worldwide and often develops silently, increasing the risk of liver damage, heart disease, and shortened life expectancy if metabolic health isn't improved | Consistent exercise reduces liver fat even without weight loss, …
(2026-02-12). Trump Administration Takes Chainsaw to Science-Based Endangerment Finding Endangering Us All. commondreams.org The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) today announced its final rule to undo the agency's 2009 foundational scientific finding that global warming emissions endanger public health and the environment—referred to as the Endangerment Finding. EPA also today repealed standards that reduce the dependence of cars and trucks on fossil fuels, which were among the strongest policies the United States had in place to combat climate change, curb toxic fossil fuel pollution, and save drivers money at the pump. This announcement was made via a press conference, and the final rule has yet to be posted to the…
(2026-02-12). Friday 2/13: Virtual Action Hour for Palestine. indybay.org Zoom | afsc.org/events/action-hour-palestine…
(2026-02-12). Cristiano Ronaldo's Strike at Al-Nassr: Real Story is Much Larger. ummid.com While the headlines are focused on Cristiano Ronaldo's recent strike at Al-Nassr, the real story is much larger.
(2026-02-12). Another Hindu man killed in Bangladesh on eve of polls , second killing in 48 hours. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: A 28-year-old Hindu man was found dead in Bangladesh's Moulvibazar district on Wednesday, just a day before voting, raising new worries about the safety of minorities during the elections. | The man, Ratan Sahuakar, worked at tea gardens in the Champa area. His body was found around 10 am. He had several deep injuries, and his hands and legs were tied. Reports said blood was still coming from his wounds when he was found. His co-workers believe he was murdered because of the severe injuries and the way his body was tied. Police have started investigating the case to find out if the killing was lin…
(2026-02-12). Peoples Power Assembly in Baltimore, Feb. 14, 2026: Guest Bryan G Pfeifer of WI Report Back From Minneapolis. wibailoutpeople.org 
4 P.M. Central Time 2/14/26 Peoples Power Assembly No Work * No School * No shopping Hear from Bryan G Pfeifer, United Steelworkers Union member and co-founder of Wisconsin Bail Out The People Movement and co-host of We Rise Fighting-Labor Podcast. He was on the ground in Minneapolis, helping organize the massive mobilization that brought …
(2012-02-26). Sheikh Akram Mashoush: 'After all the martyrs, how could we suddenly ally with parties whose mentality we do not believe in?'. links.org.au 
Jabour Tribe leader Sheikh Akram Mashoush discusses the history of his tribe, defections from the Autonomous Administration of North and East Syria and the latest ceasefire agreement.
(2026-02-12). Thousands of Striking UESF Teachers, Students & Families Rally at SF City Hall For Living Wages. indybay.org Thousands of striking UESF teachers, students and community members rallied at San Francisco City Hall on 2/9/26 on the first day of the strike.
(2026-02-12). World on the Verge of Uncontrolled Deployment of Nuclear Weapons in Space. globalresearch.ca The militarization of space threatens to trigger a new global arms race and undermine stability and security. The world is already on the brink of uncontrolled deployment of nuclear forces and assets regarding American plans to establish dominance in space….
(2026-02-12). Netanyahu as Trump doubles down on Iran diplomacy. al-monitor.com President Trump says he'd prefer a deal but warns of "traumatic" consequences for Iran if diplomacy fails.
(2026-02-12). Minnesotans Fought Back Against ICE and CBP. Now it's Congress' Turn. commondreams.org This morning, White House Border Czar Tom Homan
(2026-02-12). The Jidwaaq Clan: Political Strength and Participation in the Somali Region of Ethiopia. indybay.org Somali clan politics in the Somali Region of Ethiopia…
(2026-02-12). Jonathan Cook: Palestine Action Ban Protected Arms Industry. consortiumnews.com Channel 4's documentary dissecting the proscription of Palestine Action revealed the impetus behind it was to protect pro-Israel and pro-arms interests, but it still engaged in pro-Israel narrative traps. By Jonathan Cook Jonathan-Cook.net Channel 4's documentary earlier this week on Palestine…
(2026-02-12). Human Rights Activists Tell Marin County Supes: ICE Out of Marin! indybay.org Human rights activists protested at the County Board of Supervisors meeting to drive ICE out of Marin in ending their bounty hunting of immigrants.
(2026-02-12). SONA 2026: President Ramaphosa charts the way. sanews.gov.za SONA 2026: President Ramaphosa charts the way | The Cape Town City Hall stage is set, the final preparations are underway and the parliamentary gears are turning with one moment in sight: President Cyril Ramaphosa stepping up to the podium to deliver the State of the Nation Address (SONA) tonight. | The agenda-setting address will be held from 7pm tonight. | The event is held in terms of Section 42(5) of the Constitution and is a Joint Sitting of both the National Council of Provinces and the National Assembly. | "The State of the Nation Address (SONA) is an annual overview delivered by the President to mobilise…
(2026-02-12). Tensions between Hungary and Ukraine could lead to a new regional conflict. strategic-culture.su The Kiev regime could face serious reprisals from Hungary due to recent provocations. | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | Tensions be…
(2026-02-12). 1000+ Protest ICE Outside Super Bowl. indybay.org Photos by: Stay Human San Jose…
(2026-02-12). Who Is The New Face Of China's Year Of The Fire Horse? Draco Malfoy, Of Course. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) The Chinese Year of the Fire Horse has a new, unexpected mascot: Draco Malfoy.Associating the Harry Potter antagonist with China's Year of the Fire Horse might seem odd …
(2026-02-12). Trump says Netanyahu should be pardoned for corruption. al-monitor.com WASHINGTON, Feb 12 (Reuters) – U.S. President Donald Trump said on Thursday Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu should receive a pardon for corruption charges, saying Israeli President Isaac Herzog should be "ashamed of himself" for not granting one.Here are the details:…
(2026-02-12). WI Cuba Coalition: Assist Cuba NOW! End the U.S. Blockade! wibailoutpeople.org 
As you know, Trump & Rubio have sharply intensified the US economic blockade of Cuba, threatening any nation that supplies fuel to this island nation, resulting in lack of jet fuel effectively cancelling almost all tourism, as well as domestic transport, reliable hospital services and healthcare, etc. Please review 3 points below, and consider if you …
(2026-02-12). Semaglutide: Artificial Shortage Is Novo Nordisk's Business Model. counterpunch.org 
In early February, drug company Novo Nordisk sued telehealth company Hims & Hers. The complaint: Hims & Hers sells GLP-1 drugs at lower prices than Novo Nordisk. That's the simple version. The legalese version is that because semaglutide (the drug behind the Novo Nordisk's "Wegovy" brand name) was removed from the US Food and Drug
(2026-02-12). The End of the EU's Next-generation Fighter Program? globalresearch.ca As global superpowers such as Russia, China and the United States race to field their next-generation fighter jets, the European Union keeps falling behind. Plagued by disunity, red tape and general decline (primarily due to its stubborn refusal to reject …
(2026-02-12). UESF Striking Members & Supporters Speak Out about Fight for Public Education. indybay.org Striking UESF members and supporters spoke out about their struggle to defend their jobs and families and the students in the school district…
(2026-02-12). Google closing in on OpenAI in AI race. ummid.com Google is slowly but steadily closing in on its key rival OpenAI in the Artificial Intelligence race, the latest data released by the tech giant's parent company Alphabet has revealed.
(2026-02-12). Belarus' ambassador, Israeli MFA official discuss wide range of issues. eng.belta.by The parties covered a broad range of bilateral agenda items, with particular emphasis on the importance of preserving the historical memory of the tragedies of World War II and the Holocaust.
(2026-02-12). 6 Reasons Why The Doomsday Clock Is At 80-Year Low. ummid.com The famous Doomsday Clock was created in 1947, and reset every year by the Bulletin's Science and Security Board in consultation with the Board of Sponsors, including eight Nobel laureates.
(2026-02-12). Wednesday 2/25: Virtual Visit to Majd al-Krum. indybay.org Online | www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/virtual-de……
(2026-02-12). Don't Forget To RSVP To The February 19 "Net Zero And Freedom" Event. wattsupwiththat.com While we all hold our breaths for this big moment, I am shamelessly shilling for the February 19 Net Zero Watch in-person event in New York, "Net Zero and Freedom." The event is free and open to the public, but space is limited, so you must RSVP if you want to attend. (Full disclosure: I am the President of the American Friends of the GWPF, which is the American fund-raising affiliate of Net Zero Watch.). It would be great to see a good turnout of MC readers at this event.
(2026-02-12). Minister meets various stakeholders to improve safety in WC communities. sanews.gov.za Minister meets various stakeholders to improve safety in WC communities | Acting Police Minister Firoz Cachalia has embarked on a series of engagements with a broad range of stakeholders to discuss policing challenges in the Western Cape and strengthen measures to improve safety in communities across the province. | "These engagements form part of the Minister's programme ahead of President Cyril Ramaphosa's State of the Nation Address (SONA) later this evening," the police said in a statement. | The Western Cape continues to be severely affected by persistent gang violence and organised crime, which have desta…
(2026-02-12). Wednesday 3/11: The Future of Independent Commissions in San Francisco. indybay.org Women's Building | 3543 18th St #8, San Francisco, CA 94110…
(2026-02-12). Watch LIVE here @ 130PM EST as Trump Rescinds the CO2 Endangerment Finding. wattsupwiththat.com Today at 1: 30 PM EST, the Trump administration — with President Donald Trump and EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin on hand — is set to formally rescind the 2009 EPA "Endangerment Finding" We'll have it live here.
(2026-02-12). Ad Darain Education Centre Conducts 3-Day Teacher Traning Workshop. ummid.com Kolkata-based Ad Darain Education Centre successfully completed a three-day teacher traning workshop on Sunday February 8, 2026.
(2026-02-12). Edward Said and the Task of the Intellectual Today. portside.org Edward Said and the Task of the Intellectual Today |
(2026-02-12). Canada school shooting: 18-year-old trans woman killed mother, step-brother at home before school rampage. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: An 18-year-old trans woman with mental health disorders has been identified as the killer who opened fire at school in British Columbia, Canada that resulted in the deaths of nine children. | Jesse Van Rootselaar killed her mother and stepbrother before attacking her former school, police said, without offering a motive for one of the worst mass slaughters in Canadian history. | The killer later died by suicide after the shooting in Tumbler Ridge, a remote community of 2,400 people in the Pacific province of British Columbia. | The police further said earlier weapons from her home were confiscated…
(2026-02-12). Bhagat Singh would have been ashamed to share name with Koshyari: MNS. devdiscourse.com A day after former Maharashtra governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari said that MNS chief Raj Thackeray was "too scared" of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, a party leader said Bhagat Singh, the iconic revolutionary, would have been ashamed of sharing his name with the BJP leader."It's an insult to Bhagat Singh that he shares name with him (Koshyari). He (Koshyari) should change his name," said Maharashtra Navnirman Sena leader Sandeep Deshpande. After Raj Thackeray claimed that prominent personalities from various fields attended the interactive session of RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat in the city only out of fear of the Modi go…
(2026-02-12). Growing evidence points to link between autism and wildfire smoke. grist.org Two new studies have identified an alarming connection between exposure to wildfire smoke during pregnancy and autism in young children. The unprecedented findings suggest the neurological consequences of breathing smoke are more profound than previously thought. | The research builds on a robust body of evidence that shows wildfire smoke is
(2026-02-12). War, bloodshed, and legitimacy: Is Iran witnessing another internal coup? globalvoices.org 
From the 1980s to today, moments of war and uncertainty have triggered internal consolidation in IranGlobal VoicesAli Khamenei was among the fighters of the Ashura Division from Iranian Azerbaijan during the Muharram (Iran—Iraq War). Source: (2026-02-12). ICE Out of Target: Why a Familiar Store Is at the Center of Nationwide Protests. ips-dc.org Across the country, people are beginning to ask a hard question: what does it mean to shop at a company that is cooperating with ICE and Border Patrol?
(2026-02-12). Google targeted by EU over its search advertising auction practices. devdiscourse.com EU antitrust ‚Äåregulators are investigating Alphabet unit Google ‚Äåover the sale of search advertisements in Europe, a ‚Äåletter to advertisers seen ‚Äåby Reuters showed.
(2026-02-12). Layl series officially stops on episode 33. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – Layl series, which is taken from the Turkish drama "Safirin Kizi" [The Ambassador's Daughter], was temporarly frozeen on episode number 33, Al Bawaba confirmed after contacting MBC Shahid.Layl series was halted ahead of the upcoming Ramadan season, and it will resume airing after the end of the holy month.After episode number 34 was not released as scheduled on Wednesday, Feb.11, Al Bawaba team contacted MBC Shahid for a statement. The Saudi platform confirmed that Layl series officially stopped on episode number 33, which was aired on Tuesday, Feb. 10.Stars of Layl series, Mahmoud Nsr and Carmen Bsaib…
(2026-02-12). Karamoja Leaders Blame Poor 2025 PLE Performance on Parental Support Gaps. plusnews.ug 
Local leaders in the Karamoja sub-region have attributed the poor performance in the 2025 Primary Leaving Examination (PLE) to a lack of coordination between school management and parents. The region registered only 240 candidates in Division One. District breakdowns show Abim with 27 candidates, Amudat 3, Kaabong 8, Karenga 17, Kotido Municipality 53, Kotido District …
(2026-02-12). Ndabeni puts spotlight on reindustrialisation to tackle youth unemployment. sanews.gov.za Ndabeni puts spotlight on reindustrialisation to tackle youth unemployment | Small Business Development Minister Stella Ndabeni has called for accelerated industrialisation as the most decisive intervention to address South Africa's persistently high youth unemployment rate, warning that without a focused reindustrialisation strategy, young people will continue to bear the brunt of economic stagnation. | Delivering the keynote address at the South African Youth Economic Council (SAYEC) 4th Annual Mining Indaba Business Dialogue in Cape Town on Wednesday evening, Ndabeni placed industrial growth at the centre of t…
(2026-02-12). Suffocating an Island: What the U.S. Blockade Is Doing to Cuba. scheerpost.com By Medea Benjamin Electric motorcycles are Cuba's aresponse to the fuel crisis. Marta Jiménez, a hairdresser in Cuba's eastern city of Holguín, covered her face with her hands and broke down crying when I asked her about Trump's blockade of the island—especially now that the U.S. is choking off oil shipments. "You can't imagine how …
(2026-02-12). Is a Mass Revolt Against Technocracy Starting to Happen? counterpunch.org 
Ted Gioia has a popular Substack called "The Honest Broker". Although as an author, his books tend to focus on music and popular culture, he writes eloquently about a wide range of topics and offers insightful commentary about the global forced march towards technocratic lifestyle and governance that we're now immersed in. In one posting,
(2026-02-12). Daily Horoscope, February 12: Expenses May Rise, Auspicious Opportunities Ahead. menafn.com (MENAFN – AsiaNet News) Today's Horoscope, Feb 12: Expenses may rise. Auspicious for new beginnings, business, good deeds, discussions, architecture, and dance. Check your zodiac predictions …
(2026-02-12). Belarusian PM observes drone countermeasures in action. eng.belta.by Belarusian Defense Minister, Lieutenant-General Viktor Khrenin and State Secretary of the Security Council of Belarus Aleksandr Volfovich worked alongside the prime minister in the military training area. They observed how weapons designed to counteract unmanned aerial vehicles work.
(2026-02-12). The Iranian People between the Violence of the State and the Violence of Empire. juancole.com Newark, Del. (Special to Informed Comment; Feature) — Since brutal repression of the January 8-9 protests in Iran, those of us abroad have been numb. Witnessing an atrocity as such that took place is not even comprehensible. | What we witnessed on videos that came out of Iran was horrific. People were gunned down in a systematic way during these protests on a scale unseen Scores of innocent people, most of them young people took to the streets and were gunned down mercilessly. To this day, the numbers fluctuate.
(2026-02-12). Brazil's producers of canephora coffees, including robusta, expand into new territory. devdiscourse.com Canephora coffee varieties, including conilon and robusta, are expanding in Brazilian states that traditionally produce ‚Äålittle to none of the crops, as elevated prices drive interest, industry leaders, researchers and officials said.
(2026-02-12). Trump Derangement Syndrome . counterpunch.org 
The United States currently has a fascist style authoritarian government led by a corrupt sociopath (or malignant narcissist, if you prefer) and run by a group of lawless incompetents. But an incompetent authoritarian government may not be our worst nightmare. Words used increasingly to describe President Trump include unhinged, delusional, factually incorrect, and irrational. Trump
(2026-02-12). Wednesday 3/4: Intersections of Climate Change: Fire, Settlements, and Stewardship in the Santa Cruz Mountains. indybay.org Institute of the Arts and Sciences, 100 Panetta Avenue, Santa Cruz…
(2026-02-12). Belarus, UN Country Team outline cooperation priorities for 2026—2030. eng.belta.by The key objective of the meeting was to outline priorities and modalities for collaboration under the 2026-2030 UN-Belarus Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework and respective country programs.
(2026-02-12). Russian losses in Ukraine now exceed recruitment, Western officials claim. scmp.com Russia sustained around 9,000 more battlefield losses in Ukraine than it was able to replace last month, according to assessments from Western officials, signalling progress for Ukraine's ambition to inflict heavier damage on the front line. | Russian forces were unable to achieve significant gains on the ground in January even as they sustained heavy losses, according to officials who spoke on condition of anonymity. The assessment, which could not be independently verified, could bolster Kyiv's…
(2026-02-12). Azerbaijan: Unlawfully detained women journalists face sexual violence amidst on-going crackdown on civil society. fidh.org The undersigned organisations, including the Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders, a partnership of the International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) and the World Organisation Against Torture (OMCT), express their serious concern regarding the recent letter of Azerbaijani journalist Aysel Umudova sent to media outlets from Baku Pre-trial Investigation Facility, in which she has reported being subjected to sexual harassment and ill-treatment by police officers during (…) | – |
(2026-02-12). Winter storms are dangerous, especially under capitalism. workers.org 
The latest figures reported by public health sources claim that over 153 people in the United States have died from the cold since Winter Storm Fern began in mid-January. Two-thirds of the country has been affected by the cold snap that stretched from the Texas border with Mexico to Canada. . . . |
(2026-02-12). Thursday 2/26: Electroacoustic Performance and Artist Talk with the Whale Liberation Front. indybay.org Institute of the Arts and Sciences, 100 Panetta Avenue, Santa Cruz…
(2026-02-12). Al-Nassr Captain Ronaldo ends protest after all demands met. ummid.com Portuguese National Football Legend, who is also leading Saudi FC Al Nassr, has finally ended protest after all his demands are met.
(2026-02-12). "Zionists Only Trust Zionists" . Christianity is Dying. The Battle for Critical Minerals. globalresearch.ca CSIS has seven articles on the top of their page all highlighting one common theme — critical minerals. Why? | Because in order to sustain war, critical minerals are essential. | Without these minerals, the US would be forced to develop peace. …
(2026-02-12). Nationwide trade unions strike: Employees hold protest in Punjab, Haryana. devdiscourse.com Employees and workers associated with a joint forum of central trade unions held protests in Punjab, Haryana and Chandigarh on Thursday against the Centre's labour reforms and economic policies. Calling the Centre's policies "pro-corporate", the union representatives held an agitation at Chandigarh's Sector 17 and raised slogans against the Union government. They were holding placards mentioning "We reject labour codes" and "We oppose anti-labour codes". In Ludhiana, the Punjab Bank Employees' Federation (PBEF) organised a massive rally at the Bharat Nagar Chowk. Demonstrations were also held at many places in Ha…
(2026-02-12). After Sonu Sood, now Salman Khan, Ajay Devgn & others offer help to Rajpal Yadav | Key details. hindustantimes.com Several big names from the Hindi film industry are stepping forward to support actor Rajpal Yadav, who is currently lodged in Tihar Jail in connection with a long-running cheque bounce case. According to his manager, stars including Salman Khan, Ajay Devgn, Sonu Sood, and filmmaker David Dhawan have reached out to extend financial and moral support to the actor and his family during this difficult time. Rajpal Yadav surrendered after the Delhi High Court rejected his plea seeking more time in the case linked to a loan taken for his 2010 film Ata Pata Laapata, which failed at the box office. Over the years, unpaid…
(2026-02-12). Al-Nassr defeats Al-Ittihad as Ronaldo's protest continues. ummid.com Al-Nassr Saudi FC Friday February 06, 2026 defeated Al-Ittihad 2-0 in a tight clash but the Saudi Pro League match is in news more because of the absence of its Skipper Cristiano Ronaldo.
(2026-02-12). Calling BS on DHS Insistence on Masked ICE and Border Patrol Agents. counterpunch.org 
This private army operating under the authority of Trump and his Constitution-savaging executive orders, with its gratuitous violence and willful blowing-off of hundreds of court orders issued by federal district and even appellate courts, has no valid or defensible justification for hiding its "agents'" identities by wearing masks, refusing to have attach numbers and name patches on their military-style uniforms. These federal goons are no different from municipal police or activated units of the US National Guard, who do not wear masks asnd are required to be identifiable (though some bad ones do try to hide na…
(2026-02-12). Beyond Visa-Free: Remapping Russian and Chinese Mutual Perception. infobrics.org Russia and China, despite their long history of interaction, stand at the brink of a true mutual rediscovery—one promising to fundamentally enrich the perception each nation holds of the other…
(2026-02-12). A Single 20g Dose of Creatine Increases Cognitive Processing Speed by 24.5% Within 3.5 Hours. globalresearch.ca Creatine has long been regarded as just a muscle supplement — something for the gym that requires weeks of "loading" to saturate muscle stores. A recent randomized trial overturns that assumption. | In a
(2026-02-12). INTERNSHIP AT THE BUSINESS, HUMAN RIGHTS AND ENVIRONMENT DESK – 6 MONTHS. fidh.org The International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) is an NGO that brings together nearly 200 civil society organisations around the world. Founded in 1922, it is committed to defending fundamental freedoms and the universality of the rights defined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Independent of any government and recognised for its expertise, FIDH works to strengthen mechanisms for the protection of human rights and defenders through advocacy campaigns, investigations into (…) | – |
(2026-02-12). Saturday 3/7: Trump Regime Takedown (every Saturday). indybay.org corner of Van Ness and O'Farrell St, San Francisco…
(2026-02-12). Iranian state broadcast of women without hijab angers critics. al-monitor.com The broadcast by Iranian state-controlled television of interviews with several women not wearing the Muslim headscarf during a rally commemorating the Islamic revolution has angered critics of the clerical system who accused authorities of hypocrisy.Since shortly after the 1979 revolution, it has been obligatory for women to cover their heads in public, although in recent months there has been growing evidence of women openly flouting the rule, especially in the capital Tehran.
(2026-02-12). Minnesotans Skeptical as Homan Announces Drawdown of DHS Operations in State. truthout.org White House border czar Tom Homan announced on Thursday morning that "Operation Metro Surge" — the Trump administration's violent immigration crackdown in Minnesota — would be ending in around a week. "I have proposed, and President Trump has concurred, that this operation conclude," Homan said during a press conference. "A significant drawdown has already been underway this week and will… |
(2026-02-12). The Reinvention of a Famed American Bookstore and Its Founder. counterpunch.org 
Gioia Woods— a professor at Northern Arizona University and the author of a new enlightening book about City Lights (City Lights: Lawrence Ferlinghetti and the Biography of a Bookstore), the famed San Francisco Bookstore— first encountered and read a poem by Lawrence Ferlinghetti in 1979 when she was a high school student in LA. The
(2026-02-12). Australia's DV system is gaslighting male victims. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-02-12). Hell Has Frozen Over: The Washington Post Discovers the Limits of the EPA. wattsupwiththat.com Hell may not have frozen entirely. But a chill wind has blown through…
(2026-02-12). Nanny state Farage is ranting about what you should call milk. thecanary.co 
If you're old enough, you'll remember the British press constantly moaned about the 'nanny state' in the New Labour years. This is the term for when the government interferes in people's every day business to an unhealthy degree. And as we've seen this week, Nigel Farage is going to be the nanny state personified if […] | By
(2026-02-12). Saturday 2/14: Virtual screening of the documentary film "A Plan for Palestine: Return to a Single State" indybay.org Zoom | us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Tm_k……
(2026-02-12). CSE Exam 2026: UPSC Sets New Rule for Serving IAS, IFS, IPS Officers. ummid.com UPSC CSE Exam 2026 Notification: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the Civil Services Exam 2026 notification with detailed guidelines, including new rule for serving IAS, IFS and IPS officers.
(2026-02-12). FEZ Grodnoinvest-Russia's Smolensk Oblast trade exceeds $16m in 2025. eng.belta.by A business meeting with a delegation from Russia's Smolensk Oblast, led by Deputy Chairman of the Smolensk Oblast Government Alexey Streltsov, took place at the FEZ Grodnoinvest business center on 11 February.
(2026-02-12). In a First, Malegaon Elects Females as Mayor, Dy Mayor. ummid.com Shaikh Nasreen Khalid and Shan e Hind Nihal Ahmed were Saturday February 07, 2026 respectively elected as Mayor and Deputy Mayor of Malegaon.
(2026-02-12). Top 7 best removalists in Brisbane (great reviews and competitive rates) — 2026. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-02-12). Selected Articles: The Coming Changes in the International Monetary System: Dedollarization, Massive Public and Private Debt Levels. globalresearch.ca 
By In 2025, central banks around the world crossed an important threshold. For the first time in three …
(2026-02-12). Repeal the National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act. globalresearch.ca As you, informed citizen, are likely aware, if you follow the machinations of the unholy marriage between state and pharmaceutical industry, Congress, in its infinite benevolence and wisdom, kindly granted in 1986 special protections to vaccine manufacturers not afforded before …
(2026-02-12). How 3 local BDS campaigns won the divestment of millions in Israeli bonds. wagingnonviolence.org 
(2026-02-12). Indigenous Activists Occupy Land Near Fort Snelling, Plan to Stay Until 'Land Back'. unicornriot.ninja 
(2026-02-12). Glass injuries on Goa beaches demand practical, incentivised remedy: DRS. ummid.com Recurring injuries from broken glass on Goa's beaches have begun to draw attention to how waste is managed after consumption.
(2026-02-12). March 4, 2026: Nationwide Day of Action to Protect Our Kids, Families, Communities! wibailoutpeople.org 
Sign up to join AFT members in communities across the nation on March 4 to protect our kids, families and communities! Education and child care are being cut.Student borrowers are under attack.Academic freedom is being muzzled.Healthcare and public services are being hollowed out.Immigration raids are making communities less safe. When our kids, families and communities …
(2026-02-12). How Iran's Current Unrest Can Be Traced Back To The 1979 Revolution. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) The recent unrest in Iran, with the third mass protests in the past six years, has left the theocratic regime wounded but not out.Iran is no stranger to such unrest. In …
(2026-02-12). NicaNotes 2.12.2026: Nicaragua's economy "weathers multiple shocks" including US attacks. afgj.org 
Join this Casa Ben Linder delegation focussing on Nicaraguan culture! We will travel to the Autonomous Region of the Southern Caribbean Coast of Nicaragua, which is the heart of Nicaragua's Indigenous and Afro descendant communities. Traveling by bus, we will be in Bluefields for two weekends culminating the Mayo Ya celebrations, which include marching bands,…
(2026-02-12). Europe risks falling behind US and China, leaders warn at key summits. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- European leaders warned on Wednesday that the continent faces economic stagnation and strategic marginalization unless urgent reforms are implemented to boost growth, innovation, and competitiveness.French President Emmanuel Macron, speaking at the European Industrial Summit in Antwerp, called for streamlining regulations, deepening the single market, and prioritizing "Made in Europe" initiatives to secure supply chains.He urged massive joint investments in emerging sectors such as quantum computing, artificial intelligence, green technologies, and defense, stressing that without decisive action, Europe…
(2026-02-12). The owner of the black cassette. electronicintifada.net A film in Jeddah stirs a bitter flashback for the author, leaving him sobbing quietly in the cinema.
(2026-02-12). Monday 2/16: Webinar: Faith in the Crosshairs: Christians Rising Against Christian Zionism. indybay.org Online | actionnetwork.org/events/faith-in-the-cr……
(2026-02-12). Birmingham NEC are hypocrites. If you're gonna peddle death, ____ing well own it. thecanary.co 
I'm still getting used to this life. Walking through Birmingham International train station at 8am on Wednesday 4 February to the NEC, sleep-deprived. A stranger clocks me. A double-take. I'm imagining things. Oh wait. No. He's following, phone raised, snapping pictures. Earpiece? Check. ID? None. A plain-clothes somebody, or nobody. We're expecting trouble later A […] | By
(2026-02-12). Ritu Tawde takes over as Mumbai Mayor. ummid.com BJP Corporator, Ritu Tawde, has sworn in as the New Mayor of Mumbai Wednesday February 11, 2026.
(2026-02-12). How China will Run Rings around Trump's US on Lucrative Green Energy in 2026. juancole.com by Dana Nuccitelli, Yale Climate Connections | ( It was the second-hottest year on record at Earth's surface,
(2026-02-12). Colombia declares emergency in response to widespread floods. colombiareports.com President Gustavo Petro declared an emergency in large parts of Colombia in response to rains that flooded vast areas and threaten to overflood dams. The emergency was declared in all provinces on the Caribbean coast and the Choco province, which has both a Pacific and a Caribbean coast. According to disaster management agency UNGRD, heavy …
(2026-02-12). Black Men Endured Sexual Exploitation Under Slavery. Their Story Is Rarely Told. truthout.org Black knowledge production, Black self-understanding, and the power of Black people to represent ourselves is under attack, which means that Black identity and Black meaning-making practices are being erased. In The Mis-Education of the Negro, published in 1933, Black historian Carter G. Woodson wrote, "The education of the Negroes, then, the most important thing in the uplift of the Negroes… |
(2026-02-12). AI Threatens To Eat Business Software And It Could Change The Way We Work. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) In recent weeks, a range of large software-as-a-service companies, including Salesforce, ServiceNow and Oracle, have seen their share prices tumble.Even if you've never …
(2026-02-12). Why the U.S. Risks Losing Southeast Asia to China's Strategic Presence. uwidata.com By Mehmet Enes Be≈üer The United States likes to cite one number boastfully in its relations with Southeast Asia: it is still ASEAN's single largest foreign investor. On paper, the statistic verifies Washington's economic significance to a place that is central to global trade and geopolitics. Behind the balance sheets, however, is a more nuanced—and …
(2026-02-12). Are the Ukrainian Peace Talks a Hoax? globalresearch.ca The so-called Ukrainian peace talks have puzzled me for sometime. For the conflict to be resolved requires Trump and Putin to work out an agreement between themselves, but this necessary meeting has not occurred. | Trump has said repeatedly that he …
(2026-02-12). Flood Of Frontbench Resignations As Liberals Prepare For Friday Leadership Showdown. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) A bevy of Liberal frontbenchers supporting Angus Taylor's leadership challenge resigned their positions on Thursday, ahead of Friday's 9am party vote.With momentum …
(2026-02-12). UNEAC reaffirms its mission to promote culture through action. radiohc.cu The secretariat of the Union of Writers and Artists of Cuba (UNEAC) met on Wednesday, reaffirming its commitment to continue working alongside its members to further cultivate values in Cuban society and culture, according to its digital platforms. | The meeting, led by President Marta Bonet and Vice Presidents Magda Resik, Lesbia Vent Dumois, and Yuris Nórido Ruiz Cabrera, was attended by the presidents of the Film, Radio and Television, Writers, Musicians, Performing and Visual Artists associations, and the director of the Community Culture Office. | During the discussi…
(2026-02-12). Belarus' Varabei finishes 6th in pursuit at Commonwealth Cup in Sochi. eng.belta.by Belarusian biathlete Maksim Varabei secured a spot in the flower ceremony following the pursuit race at the fifth leg of the Commonwealth Biathlon Cup in Sochi, Russia.
(2026-02-12). Japan's Elections, its impact on China, the "Liberal Democracy Myth," and a power in decline. uwidata.com 
By Oràßun Gà∂ktàºrk, President of the Turkish-Chinese Studies Center, from Beijing / China The elections in Japan have concluded. The Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) once again managed to remain at the center of the system and secured a victory that strengthened its power beyond expectations. The coalition led by the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) won …
(2026-02-12). Amnesty International UK calls immigration reform 'cruel'. thecanary.co 
Amnesty International UK has labelled the government's immigration reforms as "cruel", "inefficient" and "costly". The UK government published "A Fairer Pathway to Settlement: A statement on earned settlement" in November 2025. It sets out proposals to change how our current immigration system works. Effectively, it would change how migrants who are permitted to become permanent […] | By
(2026-02-12). Bangladesh begins landmark vote after 2024 uprising. geo.tv 
Voters stand in the queue at a polling station on the day of the 13th general election in Dhaka, Bangladesh, February 12, 2026. — AFP BNP seeks return to power under Tarique Rahman.300 lawmakers to be elected directly. Additional 50 women to be chosen from party lists.
(2026-02-12). Netanyahu unethical, Sara kleptomaniac: Israeli PM's Ex-Security Chief. ummid.com Benjamin Netanyahu has never been ethical whereas Sara Netanyahu is kleptomaniac, Israeli Prime Minister's Former Security Chief Ami Dror has claimed.
(2026-02-12). Congressman Joins Protesters Demanding No ICE at Huge Rally Outside Super Bowl. indybay.org More than a thousand anti-ICE demonstrators on February 8…
(2026-02-12). Israeli, Turkish stars named to NBA All-Star World team: What to know. al-monitor.com Deni Avdija and Alperen Sengun are making their first appearances in the premier basketball league's all-star game as the sport's profile in the Middle East grows.
(2026-02-12). Trump Orders Defense, Energy Departments to Reinvest in Coal. truthout.org On Wednesday, President Donald Trump ordered two executive branch departments to take actions that would increase the use of coal in the United States, despite fossil fuels becoming an obsolete form of energy production that is devastating to the health of the planet. Under his plan, intended to bolster the dwindling U.S. coal industry, the Department of Defense would purchase electricity… |
(2026-02-12). Pollard left squirming on Palantir's Mandelson links. thecanary.co 
Luke Pollard, the Minister for Defence Procurement, was grilled over the Government's deals with US spy-tech giant Palantir. Pollard repeatedly failed to answer basic questions, one time blaming his recent trip to Saudi Arabia's arms fair for his lack of answers. Pollard seemingly absolved Peter Mandelson's links to Palantir from playing any role in the […] | By
(2026-02-12). MAZ to expand use of additive technologies with new 3D printer. eng.belta.by One of the key strategic priorities for Minsk Automobile Plant is the technical re-equipment of production.
(2026-02-12). IGG Unearths Rot at Mbarara Regional Referral Hospital. plusnews.ug 
The Inspector General of Government, Justice Aisha Naluzze, on Wednesday made an impromptu spot check at Mbarara Regional Referral Hospital, unearthing serious operational and management challenges affecting service delivery. Top among the discoveries was a non-functional CT-scan machine that has been idle since June 2025. The hospital's Digital X-ray machine was also found with expired films, …
(2026-02-12). Monday 2/16: Seaside: Inside the Occupation. indybay.org Peoples Center for Progressive Change, 1238 Fremont Blvd., Seaside, CA 93955…
(2026-02-12). Texas Democrat Henry Cuellar Joins House GOP to Pass Voter Suppression Bill. truthout.org Doing President Donald Trump's bidding, the Republican-controlled US House on Wednesday approved legislation that would potentially prevent millions of Americans from participating in federal elections by instituting draconian voter ID requirements, mandating documentary proof of citizenship to register to vote, and requiring states to share voter information with the Department of Homeland… |
(2026-02-12). Friday 2/13: Trump Sets the Stage to Steal the Next Election. indybay.org Revolution Books | 2444 Durant Avenue | Berkeley, Ca.
(2026-02-12). BRICS+ in the Global Trading System: a Look at Recent Projections. infobrics.org After the events of 2025 the first days of 2026 point to the likely persistence of elevated risks, fragmentation and volatility in the world economy…
(2026-02-12). Government intensifies oversight of Midrand water supply interventions. sanews.gov.za Government intensifies oversight of Midrand water supply interventions | By Moahlodi Maphori | The stabilisation of water supply in Gauteng remains a priority for government as it implements infrastructure upgrades, system balancing and accelerates investment in new storage capacity. | On Thursday, the Minister of Water and Sanitation, Penny Majodina, alongside Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (COGTA), Velenkosini Hlabisa, Deputy Minister of Water and Sanitation, David Mahlobo, Deputy Minister of COGTA, Dr Dickson Namane Masemola, Gauteng MEC of COGTA, David Mamabolo and Executive Mayor…
(2026-02-12). CPJ scrapped "Impunity Index" to shield Israel, whistleblowers say. electronicintifada.net Email shows CEO proposed "lighter lift" statement in place of annual ranking, after surge in Palestinian journalist killings.
(2026-02-12). Arab Israeli leaders call for state of emergency after 5 killed in 12-hour crime wave. al-monitor.com Arab Israeli society has suffered from high rates of violence for more than two decades.
(2026-02-12). Sixth Year of Drought in Texas and Oklahoma Leaves Ranchers Bracing for Another Harsh Summer. counterpunch.org 
Cattle auctions aren't often all-night affairs. But in Texas Lake Country in June 2022, ranchers facing dwindling water supplies and dried out pastures amid a worsening drought sold off more than 4,000 animals in an auction that lasted nearly 24 hours — about 200 cows an hour. It was the height of a drought that
(2012-02-26). Bangladesh votes in landmark election after Gen Z uprising. tribune.com.pk 
Bangladeshis lined up outside polling booths on Thursday as voting began in a pivotal election for the South Asian nation after the 2024 ouster of long‚Äëtime premier Sheikh Hasina in a Gen Z‚Äëdriven uprising. | Analysts say a decisive result is crucial for steady governance in the nation of 175 million, as the deadly anti-Hasina protests triggered months of unrest and disrupted key industries, including the huge garments sector, the world's second-largest exporter. | It is the world's first election after an uprising led by under-30s, or Gen Z, to be followed by Nepal next mon…
(2026-02-12). In milestone, US pulls out of strategic Syria base and hands it over to Damascus. al-monitor.com By Phil Stewart, Idrees Ali and Tala RamadanWASHINGTON, Feb 12 (Reuters) – The U.S. military said it completed a withdrawal from a strategic base in Syria on Thursday, handing it over to Syrian forces, in the latest sign of strengthening U.S.-Syrian ties that could enable an even larger American drawdown.The al-Tanf garrison is positioned at the tri-border confluence of Syria, Jordan and Iraq.
(2026-02-12). Close Türkiye- Egypt Coordination in Sudan. Might Affect Somaliland Which is Supported by Israel. globalresearch.ca The nearly three-year-long Sudanese War is increasingly becoming a major international conflict. Up until recently, the state of play was that the UAE was accused of supporting the "Rapid Support Forces" (RSF) rebels from supply bases in Chad and Eastern …
(2026-02-12). Farmers in India Reject the Seeds Act and the Corporate Enclosure of Seeds. globalresearch.ca In India, the central government plans to replace the Seeds Act of 1966 with the Seeds Act 2025, a comprehensive reform that it says will modernise India's seed regulation system. The stated aims of the proposed new law are to …
(2026-02-12). Newly Developed Plastic Set To Replace Microplastics. ummid.com A Japanese research team has developed a breakthrough plastic that fully dissolves in seawater within hours — pointing toward cleaner and safer packaging.
(2026-02-12). M23/AFC Rebels Pass Out 7,532 Fighters Amid Ongoing Peace Talks. plusnews.ug 
The March 23 Movement/Alliance Fleuve Congo (M23/AFC) rebels have passed out 7,532 fighters after completing training, a development that signals the insurgency against the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) government may not be ending soon. Our reporter has learned that the fighters were passed out over the weekend in the forests of Tchanzu, Rutshuru Territory, following …
(2026-02-12). Why Trump's War on Iran is Slipping Out of Washington Grip. ummid.com Trump may have already lost this war — just as he lost face and credibility by failing to follow through on his threats or translate them into aggressive action on Iranian soil.
(2026-02-12). Belarus intends to boost agricultural exports to Moscow Oblast via commodity exchange. eng.belta.by Plans are in place to attract new buyers to exchange trading in order to ensure further growth in supplies of Belarusian agricultural products to Moscow Oblast.
(2026-02-12). Right, New York Times, Scientists Do Disagree on The Polar Vortex. wattsupwiththat.com There is a lot of debate and nuance with regard to these issues that The New York Times' readers would probably benefit from hearing about, if only the paper would provide balanced coverage of the issue, as it did in this article on the polar vortex and cold weather.
(2026-02-12). Why can't western leaders accept that they have failed in Ukraine? strategic-culture.su Wars are won by economies not armies, writes Ian Proud. | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | Since the war started, voices in the alte…
(2026-02-12). Mexico to send new aid shipment to Cuba and facilitate citizen collections. radiohc.cu Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum announced this Wednesday that her government will send a second shipment of humanitarian aid to Cuba, following the departure of two Mexican Navy ships last Sunday with more than 800 tons of food and essential items. | During her morning press conference in Mexico City, the president explained that the first shipment "arrives tomorrow (Thursday), the ship returns, and a second shipment will be made," while also announcing that mechanisms will be put in place to facilitate the participation of civil organizations that promote solidarity collections. | "I know that there are grou…
(2026-02-12). Bangladesh elections 2026: Voting amid turmoil, security significantly heightened in Dhaka. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: Bangladesh is set to enter a crucial chapter in its political history as the nation heads to the polls on Thursday. | The election comes at a time of significant change, following the death of former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia and the ongoing ban on her long-time rival, Sheikh Hasina's Awami League party. | This election is seen as a turning point, as the country looks to move beyond the decades-long 'Battle of Begums' era. | Before the upcoming elections in Bangladesh, the situation on the streets looks very different from the 2024 polls. The 'boat' symbol of Sheikh Hasina's Awami League, which h…
(2026-02-12). U.S. holds secret indictment of Delcy Rodriguez, top opposition journo claims. strategic-culture.su By Max BLUMENTHAL | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | A US-funded opposition journalist revealed the Trump DOJ has crafted a secret i…
(2026-02-12). The Never-Ending Ukrainian Corruption, the Never-Ending Ukrainian War. globalresearch.ca On Wednesday, January 14, 2026, Ukraine's National Anti-Corruption Bureau (NABU) and the Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office (SAP) informed long-time Ukrainian politician Yulia Tymoshenko, leader of the Batkivshchyna (Fatherland) party, that she is suspected of running a system of regular, …
(2026-02-12). Seattle agrees to $29 million settlement in death of Indian student Jaahnavi Kandula by police vehicle in 2023. ptcnews.tv PTC Web Desk: The city of Seattle has agreed to pay USD 29 million to the family of Jaahnavi Kandula, a 23-year-old Indian graduate student who was fatally struck by a police vehicle in 2023, bri | Seattle agrees to $29 million settlement in death of Indian student Jaahnavi Kandula by police vehicle in 2023…
(2012-02-26). Trump administration moves to fire new US attorney appointed by judges. tribune.com.pk 
The Justice Department moved to fire the new US attorney for the northern district of New York on Wednesday, the same day that federal judges unveiled his appointment to replace a prosecutor allied with President Donald Trump's administration. | Trump has drawn criticism from rights and political experts for what they call his administration's targeting of political opponents in efforts that have faced legal challenges and protests. | In a ceremony on Wednesday, the Northern District of New York Board of Judges appointed Donald Kinsella to replace John Sarcone, who had been serving on an acting basis and was d…
(2026-02-12). "A landlord's charter" — Irish housing bill slammed for rent rises. thecanary.co 
Opposition parties and housing activists have denounced a new housing bill passed in the Dáil. People Before Profit (PBP) TD Paul Murphy described it as a "landlord's charter written by a landlord's government". On the face of it, the housing bill seems to introduce a series of useful new protections for tenants. These include: No-fault […] | By
(2026-02-12). Llegó a Cuba ayuda material procedente de México. cubadebate.cu En dos buques de la armada de México llegó este jueves al puerto de La Habana un cargamento con más de 800 toneladas de ayuda material enviada por el Gobierno de la nación de norteamérica, por instrucción de su presidenta, Claudia Sheinbaum. Los cubanos se sienten acompañados por México, por su humanidad, solidaridad y hermandad.
(2026-02-12). Cuba reafirma compromiso con la protección de la infancia. radiohc.cu El Representante Permanente de Cuba ante las Naciones Unidas, embajador Ernesto Soberón Guzmán, presentó este miércoles el Programa País Cuba-UNICEF 2026-2030 durante la Primera Sesión Ordinaria de la Junta Ejecutiva del organismo, y destacó que constituye un marco de cooperación estratégico para fortalecer el bienestar de niñas, niños y adolescentes. | Soberón explicó a los presentes que el documento es el resultado del trabajo conjunto entre Cuba y el Fondo de las Naciones Unidas para la Infancia, alineado con el Marco de Cooperación de las Naciones Unidas para el Desarrollo Sostenible en Cuba 2026-2030, y con…
(2026-02-12). Consejo de Estado evalúa actualización del Programa de Gobierno tras amplia consulta popular. cubadebate.cu El Consejo de Estado evaluó este 11 de febrero la actualización del Programa de Gobierno, tras un amplio proceso de consulta popular. Se destacó la necesidad de fortalecer la participación y el control en barrios y comunidades, como vía para impulsar soluciones colectivas. Las comisiones parlamentarias priorizaron en 2025 el vínculo directo con la población y el seguimiento a leyes y acuerdos de la Asamblea Nacional.
(2026-02-12). Presidente Díaz-Canel reitera hermandad de Cuba con el pueblo palestino. radiohc.cu El primer secretario del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba (PCC) y presidente de la República, Miguel Díaz-Canel reiteró este miércoles los sentimientos de hermandad de los cubanos con los palestinos, al recibir en el Palacio de la Revolución a una delegación del Buró del Comité de las Naciones Unidas para el Ejercicio de los Derechos Inalienables de ese pueblo árabe. | "Nosotros somos una nación hermana de Palestina", expresó el mandatario y recordó que la mayor isla de las Antillas estuvo entre los cofundadores de ese Comité, publica el sitio web de la Presidencia. | Al agradecer el recibimiento, Col…
(2026-02-12). Rusia mantiene conversaciones con Cuba para concretar el envío de petróleo y derivados. cubadebate.cu El Kremlin confirmó que mantiene conversaciones con Cuba para concretar envíos de petróleo y derivados hacia la isla, en un contexto marcado por el endurecimiento del bloqueo económico impuesto por Estados Unidos. El portavoz presidencial ruso, Dmitri Peskov, aseguró que Moscú está evaluando distintas opciones de apoyo energético.
(2026-02-12). Oltre il materialismo: la Cina nei suoi principi e l'armonia del futuro condiviso. strategic-culture.su Prima o poi, l'Occidente dovrà riconoscere che il nuovo ordine multipolare non è stato creato per competere con l'Occidente, ma per fermare la sua corsa che rischiava di trascinare il mondo nell'abisso. | Segue nostro Sin dall'inizio | Gli storici cinesi definiscono la Cina contemporanea come uno "Stato-civiltà ", ossia il risultato di un lungo processo storico fondato su secoli di interazioni tra regioni caratterizzate da differenti etn…
(2026-02-12). Ratificó Díaz-Canel apoyo de Cuba al pueblo palestino. cubadebate.cu Miguel Díaz-Canel, Primer Secretario del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba y Presidente de la República, reiteró hoy los sentimientos de hermandad de los cubanos con los palestinos, al recibir en el Palacio de la Revolución a una delegación del Buró del Comité de las Naciones Unidas para el Ejercicio de los Derechos Inalienables de ese pueblo árabe.
(2026-02-12). Consejo de Estado evalúa actualización del Programa de Gobierno tras amplia consulta popular. cubadebate.cu El Consejo de Estado evaluó este 11 de febrero la actualización del Programa de Gobierno, tras un amplio proceso de consulta popular. Se destacó la necesidad de fortalecer la participación y el control en barrios y comunidades, como vía para impulsar soluciones colectivas. Las comisiones parlamentarias priorizaron en 2025 el vínculo directo con la población y el seguimiento a leyes y acuerdos de la Asamblea Nacional.
(2026-02-12). Abel Prieto: Cuba, amenazada con retroceder a ser colonia estadounidense. cubadebate.cu Casa de las Américas es una institución cultural emblemática de la revolución cubana y la intelectualidad latinoamericana. Abel Prieto, de 76 años de edad, autor de una notable obra literaria, es su director. Etiquetado como marxista-lennonista por su admiración por el Beatle, desempeña un papel fundamental en la Red de Intelectuales y Artistas en Defensa de la Humanidad.
(2026-02-12). La educación en Cienfuegos mantiene los procesos ante al asedio energético impuesto por Estados Unidos. radiohc.cu 
La provincia cubana de Cienfuegos continúa el proceso educativo y sigue parámetros actualizados con las indicaciones nacionales en los niveles educativos de Primera Infancia, Especial, Primaria y Secundaria Básica junto a los preuniversitarios, Escuela Pedagógica y la Enseñanza Técnica Profesional. Director General de Educación en el centro y sur, Lionel Meneses Gómez. | El Director General de Educación en el centro y sur, Lionel Meneses Gómez, informó que mantendrán los procesos, de acuerdo con las circunstancias complejas que vive nuestro país por el déficit de combustibles consecuencia del asedio energético im…
(2026-02-12). Más de cien personalidades británicas rechazan la injerencia estadounidense en Cuba. cubadebate.cu El respaldo a la soberanía de Cuba y el rechazo a la injerencia estadounidense continúan ganando fuerza en el Reino Unido. Más de 100 parlamentarios, líderes sindicales, académicos y figuras de la cultura se han sumado al "Llamamiento Urgente por la Paz y la Soberanía", impulsado por la Campaña de Solidaridad con Cuba (CSC), elevando a más de 4.000 el número total de firmas en defensa del Derecho Internacional.
(2026-02-12). Cuba reafirma compromiso con la protección de la infancia. radiohc.cu El Representante Permanente de Cuba ante las Naciones Unidas, embajador Ernesto Soberón Guzmán, presentó este miércoles el Programa País Cuba-UNICEF 2026-2030 durante la Primera Sesión Ordinaria de la Junta Ejecutiva del organismo, y destacó que constituye un marco de cooperación estratégico para fortalecer el bienestar de niñas, niños y adolescentes. | Soberón explicó a los presentes que el documento es el resultado del trabajo conjunto entre Cuba y el Fondo de las Naciones Unidas para la Infancia, alineado con el Marco de Cooperación de las Naciones Unidas para el Desarrollo Sostenible en Cuba 2026-2030, y con…
(2026-02-12). Presidenta Sheinbaum: Ayuda material llegará mañana a Cuba. radiohc.cu La presidenta Claudia Sheinbaum informó este miércoles sobre la llegada mañana a Cuba de la ayuda material que partió de México y mencionó próximos envíos, en un contexto marcado por el reforzamiento del bloqueo estadounidense. | Al responder una pregunta sobre el tema en su habitual encuentro con medios de comunicación en Palacio Nacional, la jefa del Ejecutivo aseveró: Llegan mañana (los víveres). Regresa el barco y se va a hacer un segundo envío, y así se va a estar enviando". | El domingo último, más de 800 toneladas de alimentos de primera necesidad y artículos de higiene personal salieron rumbo al país carib…
(2026-02-12). Actor estadounidense James Van Der Beek falleció a los 48 años. radiohc.cu El actor James Van Der Beek, conocido por su papel protagónico en la exitosa serie estadounidense 'Dawson's Creek', falleció ese miércoles a los 48 años, víctima de cáncer colorrectal. | Al dar a conocer la noticia, su esposa Kimberly escribió en Instagram que "supo enfrentar sus últimos días con valentía, fe y gracia. Hay mucho que compartir sobre sus deseos, su amor por la humanidad y la sacralidad del tiempo. Esos días llegarán ª, aseveró. | Van Der Beek (Cheshire, Connecticut, 8 de marzo de 1977-Austin, Texas, 11 de febrero de 2026) fue uno de los rostros más famosos de la televisión a finales de los 90…
(2026-02-12). IMSA continúa trabajando para asegurar harina destinada al mercado nacional. cubadebate.cu Industrial Molinera de La Habana SA, IMSA, con 25 años de historia, asegura desde su planta en el anillo del puerto, municipio de Regla, la harina destinada al consumo de la población capitalina y de otras provincias, además del turismo, tiendas y el sector no estatal. Como otras empresas, hoy afronta déficit de combustible y energía, pero sus líneas de molinación se mantienen activas.
(2026-02-12). Actor estadounidense James Van Der Beek falleció a los 48 años. radiohc.cu El actor James Van Der Beek, conocido por su papel protagónico en la exitosa serie estadounidense 'Dawson's Creek', falleció ese miércoles a los 48 años, víctima de cáncer colorrectal. | Al dar a conocer la noticia, su esposa Kimberly escribió en Instagram que "supo enfrentar sus últimos días con valentía, fe y gracia. Hay mucho que compartir sobre sus deseos, su amor por la humanidad y la sacralidad del tiempo. Esos días llegarán ª, aseveró. | Van Der Beek (Cheshire, Connecticut, 8 de marzo de 1977-Austin, Texas, 11 de febrero de 2026) fue uno de los rostros más famosos de la televisión a finales de los 90…
(2026-02-12). IMSA continúa trabajando para asegurar harina destinada al mercado nacional. cubadebate.cu Industrial Molinera de La Habana SA, IMSA, con 25 años de historia, asegura desde su planta en el anillo del puerto, municipio de Regla, la harina destinada al consumo de la población capitalina y de otras provincias, además del turismo, tiendas y el sector no estatal. Como otras empresas, hoy afronta déficit de combustible y energía, pero sus líneas de molinación se mantienen activas.
(2026-02-12). La Unión Eléctrica pronostica una afectación de 1760 MW para el horario pico nocturno. cubadebate.cu La Unión Eléctrica prevé para el horario pico nocturno una disponibilidad de 1270 MW con una demanda máxima de 3000 MW, para un déficit de 1730 MW, por lo que, de mantenerse las condiciones previstas, se pronostica una afectación de 1760 MW en este momento del día.
(2026-02-12). Podcast Las 3 del día: Resumen de las noticias publicadas en Cubadebate en esta jornada. cubadebate.cu Bienvenidas a una nueva edición de Cuba por dentro.Soy Iliana Ortega Chávez y traemos un resumen del panorama informativo en Cubadebate .
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(2026-02-12). Serie de las Américas: Cuba avanza a semifinales tras victoria sobre Colombia. cubadebate.cu Cuba derrotó hoy 8-7 a los colombianos Caimanes de Barranquilla en el estadio Fórum La Guaira y consiguió el último boleto disponible a las semifinales de la Serie de las Américas.
(2026-02-12). Von der Leyen terá uma nova unidade de seguranàßa sob seu comando. globalresearch.ca Aparentemente, a presidente da Comissà£o Europeia teme algum tipo de conspiraàßà£o política ou represália contra ela dentro do bloco. Por esse motivo, ela lanàßou planos para criar uma agência de inteligência sob seu comando direto, ignorando as instituiàßàµes europeias e …
(2026-02-12). Cuba condena y denuncia nueva escalada del cerco económico de Estados Unidos. workers.org 
Autor: Granma | internet@granma.cu El Gobierno Revolucionario condena en los términos más enérgicos la nueva escalada del gobierno de los Estados Unidos contra Cuba, en su empeño por imponer un cerco absoluto a los suministros de combustible a nuestro país. (Foto: Ricardo López Hevia) La orden ejecutiva del Presidente estadounidense, . . . |
(2026-02-12). Culpan a Donald Trumpo del recrudecimiento del bloqueo a Cuba. radiohc.cu 
Una Declaración del Comité Manos Fuera de Cuba, en Los àÅngeles, Estados Unidos, condena enérgicamente la cruel e imprudente orden ejecutiva de Donald Trump del 29 de enero de 2026, que declara falsamente una emergencia nacional para justificar la escalada de la agresión estadounidense contra Cuba. ´Esta orden se basa en mentiras deliberadas, amenazas inventadas y acusaciones largamente desacreditadas, utilizadas cínicamente para imponer nuevos aranceles destinados a restringir el acceso de Cuba al petróleo y castigar colectivamente al pueblo cubano ª, puntualiza el texto y añade que esta acción…
(2026-02-12). La propuesta de paz integral de Irán a los Estados Unidos. strategic-culture.su Jeffrey SACHS | àönete a nosotros en , y . | Escríbenos: | Mediante la negociación de una paz regional integral basada en el derecho internacional, Estados U…
(2026-02-12). Cuba presente en la 45 Copa Independencia de Boxeo en República Dominicana. cubadebate.cu La delegación cubana participará en la 45 edición de la Copa Independencia de Boxeo, que se celebrará en Santiago de los Caballeros, República Dominicana, del 15 al 22 de febrero. El equipo estará integrado por ocho atletas, cuatro en la rama masculina y cuatro en la femenina, acompañados por tres entrenadores.
(2026-02-12). Argentina: Represión en protestas contra reforma laboral deja al menos 300 heridos. cubadebate.cu Mientras el Congreso de Argentina debatía cuántos derechos quitar a la clase trabajadora, la policía reprimió en las inmediaciones del Senado a miles de manifestantes que expresaban su rechazo a la reforma laboral impulsada por el inquilino de la Casa Rosada, Javier Milei. El saldo de la violenta jornada fue de al menos 300 heridos, 31 detenidos y 70 personas demoradas.
(2026-02-12). Serie de las Américas: Cuba avanza a semifinales tras victoria sobre Colombia. cubadebate.cu Cuba derrotó hoy 8-7 a los colombianos Caimanes de Barranquilla en el estadio Fórum La Guaira y consiguió el último boleto disponible a las semifinales de la Serie de las Américas.
(2026-02-12). Titulares del Consejo de Derechos Humanos de la ONU condenan bloqueo de combustible de Estados Unidos contra Cuba. cubadebate.cu Varios titulares de mandato del Consejo de Derechos Humanos de la ONU emitieron hoy, de manera conjunta, una declaración pública condenando la orden ejecutiva emitida el pasado 29 de enero por el gobierno de los Estados Unidos, mediante la cual se autoriza la imposición de aranceles comerciales a países que suministren petróleo a Cuba.
(2026-02-12). Von Der Leyen to Have New Security Unit under Her Command. globalresearch.ca Apparently, the European Commission President fears some kind of political plot or reprisal against her within the bloc. For this reason, she launched plans to create an intelligence agency under her direct command, bypassing European institutions and further monopolizing her …
(2026-02-12). La centralità di Pechino nel 2026: diplomazia, mercato e nuova architettura delle relazioni internazionali. strategic-culture.su Le visite di inizio 2026 mostrano una tendenza chiara: governi di aree politiche diverse cercano in Cina mercati, stabilità e interlocuzione strategica. Si tratta di un segnale di una riconfigurazione profonda degli equilibri internazionali. | Segue nostro L'inizio del 2026 ha consegnato un'immagine molto chiara della fase internazionale in corso, nella quale la Cina non è più soltanto un attore economico imprescindibile, ma sempre più u…
(2026-02-12). US military laser tech and cartel drones stir airspace confusion in Texas. scmp.com For a few hours on Wednesday, the sleepy airport of El Paso, Texas, became a sudden flashpoint for confusion. | Late Tuesday night, the Federal Aviation Administration issued a terse notice to pilots that airspace in the area would close – for an unprecedented 10 days – due to "special security reasons". And then almost as suddenly, the FAA lifted the restrictions on Wednesday morning. | Conflicting accounts of what prompted the action in the first place quickly emerged.
(2026-02-12). UN begins clearing massive wartime waste dump in Gaza City. aljazeera.com The UN Development Programme has begun clearing a massive wartime waste dump in Gaza City.
(2026-02-12). FBI video shows Epstein's butler trying to sell 'address book of victims'. aljazeera.com Recently released video shows the butler of Jeffrey Epstein trying to sell a supposed list of victims and clients.
(2026-02-12). US Energy Secretary Chris Wright touts oil production on Venezuela visit. aljazeera.com Democrats introduce legislation to force Donald Trump's administration to be transparent about Venezuelan oil sales.
(2026-02-12). Bezalel Smotrich's long struggle to annex the West Bank for Israel. aljazeera.com Born of Israel's settler community, the finance minister has subverted the Palestinian West Bank's few protections.
(2026-02-12). US border chief says Trump agrees to end deportation surge in Minnesota. aljazeera.com US border chief announces the conclusion of a federal operation with 700 immigration agents set to leave Minnesota.
(2026-02-12). India hammer Namibia in run-up to Pakistan T20 World Cup showdown. aljazeera.com Ishan Kishan and Hardik Pandya score half centuries for T20 World Cup holders India in 93-run win against Namibia.
(2026-02-12). India vs Pakistan: Why it's going ahead. aljazeera.com India vs Pakistan will finally go ahead at the T20 World Cup. Samantha Johnson looks at the U-turn.
(2026-02-12). Man Utd co-owner Ratcliffe's anti-immigrant rhetoric sparks outrage. aljazeera.com Fan fury grows, with club's supporters accusing tycoon of echoing 'far-right narratives' that have 'real-world' impact.
(2026-02-12). 'Colonial-era classism': Residents decry demolitions in Nigeria's Makoko. aljazeera.com Thousands displaced from December to February as Lagos authorities destroy homes in Africa's largest floating village.
(2026-02-12). Ex-Pakistan PM Imran Khan left with 15% vision in right eye, court told. aljazeera.com Pakistan Supreme Court orders medical review after report reveals severe vision loss of jailed former premier.
(2026-02-12). Two children killed in drone strike on mosque in central Sudan: Doctors. aljazeera.com The Sudan Doctors Network said the deadly strike was carried out by the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces.
(2026-02-12). North Korea's Kim Jong Un sets stage for daughter as his successor: Seoul. aljazeera.com Little is known about Kim's daughter who made her first public appearance in 2022 but appears set to be successor.
(2026-02-12). Protesters clash with police over bid to restrict Argentina's labour rights. aljazeera.com Trade unions and thousands of supporters express anger in Buenos Aires as Congress considers curbs on right to strike.
(2026-02-12). US border chief says ending ICE deportation surge in Minnesota. aljazeera.com US border security chief Tom Homan says the Minnesota immigration crackdown is coming to an end.
(2026-02-12). Bangladesh goes to polls in crucial first election since deadly uprising. aljazeera.com Chief election commissioner reports strong turnout, says Bangladesh has 'boarded the train of democracy'.
(2026-02-12). Italy stun Nepal for historic first T20 World Cup win. aljazeera.com Tournament debutants Italy claimed their first-ever World Cup victory with a shock upset against Nepal in Mumbai.
(2026-02-12). Mexican ships arrive in Cuba with humanitarian cargo amid US oil blockade. aljazeera.com President Sheinbaum called for dialogue and pledged to send more supplies as soon as the two ships return to Mexico.
(2026-02-12). LIVE: Atletico Madrid vs Barcelona — Copa del Rey, semifinal first leg. aljazeera.com Follow the game's build-up, analysis, and live text commentary as Atletico host Barca in Spain's main cup competition.
(2026-02-12). Why was El Paso airspace shut down? Drones, security fears and confusion. aljazeera.com The FAA initially announced a 10-day airspace closure but removed the restriction less than eight hours later.
(2026-02-12). Saige England: Bearing witness we are seeing a rise of totalitarian predator injustice from Gaza to NZ. asiapacificreport.nz 
COMMENTARY: By Saige England Citizen journalists bring to our attention the truths that we need to know. Being a witness to such truths is different to doom scrolling. It is about awareness. This is about knowing the truths that the people who run this deteriorating world, want to hide. Victims everywhere are begging to be…
(2026-02-12). Amnesty calls for independent probe of 'shocking' Australian police violence against peaceful protesters. asiapacificreport.nz Asia Pacific Report Amnesty International Australia has condemned the "unnecessary and disproportionate" and "shocking" use of force by the NSW police against peaceful protesters demonstrating against the visit of Israeli President Isaac Herzog to Australia. In a statement, it said the human rights organisation strongly opposed the unnecessary and excessive force used by police, and…
(2026-02-12). China's self-developed Antarctic vehicle travels over 10,000 km. ecns.cn China's self-developed Snow Leopard 6àó6 wheeled vehicle recently completed extreme environment testing in the Antarctic interior, traveling more than 10,000 km with zero failures, China's 42nd Antarctic expedition team said on Tuesday.
(2026-02-12). Building of rare earth hub highlighted. ecns.cn Premier Li Qiang has called for greater efforts to advance both basic and applied research on rare earths, accelerate breakthroughs in core technologies in key fields, and strive to build a leading hub for rare earth technological innovation.
(2026-02-12). Constant upgrades to world's busiest port deliver global trade growth. ecns.cn As the world's busiest port in terms of cargo tonnage, Ningbo Zhoushan Port in East China's Zhejiang province, has kicked off 2026 by breaking critical infrastructure bottlenecks and weaving a denser network of global maritime connections, cementing its role as a vital pillar in China's foreign trade.
(2026-02-12). Nigeria, China at 55: partnership for a new era. ecns.cn Nigeria remains committed to advancing a forward-looking, mutually beneficial partnership with China — one that reflects the aspirations of both nations and contributes to a more prosperous and inclusive world.
(2026-02-12). China's luge women's doubles sets best result at Milan-Cortina. ecns.cn China's Gulijienaiti Adikeyoumu and Zhao Jiaying compete in the luge women's doubles at the Milan-Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games in Cortina, Italy, Feb. 11, 2026. They placed eighth in 1: 48.487.
(2026-02-12). China rejects U.S. allegations of nuclear explosive tests. ecns.cn China on Wednesday rejected recent remarks by a senior U.S. official accusing China of conducting nuclear explosive tests.
(2026-02-12). China's Wang Ziyang advances to men's snowboard halfpipe final at Milan-Cortina. ecns.cn Chinese snowboarder Wang Ziyang finished 10th in the men's halfpipe qualification with a second-run score of 80.50 points at the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics on Wednesday, securing a place in the final.
(2026-02-12). China comes a step closer to crewed moon mission. ecns.cn A low-altitude demonstration and verification flight test for the Long March 10 carrier rocket and a maximum dynamic pressure abort flight test for the new-generation crewed spaceship system Mengzhou are successfully conducted at the Wenchang Spacecraft Launch Site in South China's Hainan province, Feb 11, 2026.
(2026-02-12). Xi extends Spring Festival greetings to service personnel. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday reviewed the armed forces' combat readiness and ongoing operations and extended Spring Festival greetings to all service members of the country via video link in Beijing.
(2026-02-12). More global airlines using province as MRO hub. ecns.cn A Boeing 787-8 operated by a Jordanian airline has become the latest widebody aircraft to undergo a full heavy maintenance check in South China's Hainan Free Trade Port, highlighting how tax breaks and streamlined customs are drawing foreign carriers to the fast-growing aircraft repair hub.
(2026-02-12). China-Africa Wushu championship opens in Cairo, boosts youth exchange. ecns.cn The 7th African Junior Wushu Kung Fu Championship opened Tuesday evening in Cairo, bringing together nearly 100 athletes, coaches, and officials from a dozen African countries alongside China's National Wushu Team.
(2026-02-12). Why can Yiwu trade with the world? This longest freight railway provides the answer. ecns.cn With 26 Yiwu-Xinjiang-Europe routes reaching over 160 cities across Eurasia, Yiwu is able not only to "sell to the world" but also to "buy from the world"! Click the video to discover the impressive capabilities of the YXE Container Train!
(2026-02-12). Legislator highlights AI, tech and awareness to reduce weather risks. ecns.cn Stronger scientific support, infrastructure investment and public awareness are needed to mitigate rising risks from extreme weather after a year marked by unusually severe natural disasters, a national legislator said ahead of this year's annual two sessions.
(2026-02-12). Ning earns China's first skating medal at Milan-Cortina. ecns.cn Ning claimed bronze in the men's 1,000m speed skating in 1: 07.34, delivering the country's first medal on ice at the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics.
(2026-02-12). China seen as reliable global partner amid uncertainties. ecns.cn The opening of 2026 was marked by geopolitical volatility. As uncertainties continue to cast a shadow over international forecasts, the world is increasingly recognizing China not just as a rising power, but as a partner capable of delivering tangible benefits and contributing to a stable global future.
(2026-02-12). Yunnan's flower market blooms for Spring Festival. ecns.cn With Spring Festival approaching, the Dounan Flower Market in Kunming, Yunnan province, is buzzing with activity as shoppers crowd its aisles in search of new year flowers — a seasonal ritual reflecting both traditional cultural values and the growing vitality of China's floral industry.
(2026-02-12). Shanghai eyes tech to drive development. ecns.cn To significantly improve Shanghai's urban capacity and core competitiveness during the 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-30) period, the city will step up efforts to nurture new growth engines, expand development space and improve living standards, officials said on Wednesday.
(2026-02-12). China's CPI up for 4th straight month in January. ecns.cn China's consumer prices rose for a fourth consecutive month in January, while the decline in factory-gate prices narrowed, official data showed on Wednesday.
(2026-02-12). Chinese Spring Festival celebrations introduce Europeans to Chinese traditions. ecns.cn Red lanterns swayed above Kotzia Square in central Athens on Wednesday as the rhythmic drums of a dragon dance drew thousands of Greek residents celebrating China's Spring Festival.
(2026-02-12). China's medical tech wins over Middle East. ecns.cn "Backed by China's advanced innovation ecosystem and strong engineering capabilities, this product is designed to address the complex information integration demands of emergency scenarios," he added.
(2026-02-12). China offers expanding opportunities for Italian businesses: ICCF report. ecns.cn Italian companies seeking to expand abroad can find growing opportunities in China, according to the latest report released by the Italy China Council Foundation (ICCF).
(2026-02-12). Beijing, a perfect location for 'set-jetters'. ecns.cn Beijing is looking to tap into the lucrative "set-jetting" trend that has been gaining traction around the world in recent years. Driven by the global success of big-budget blockbuster productions such as Game of Thrones and The White Lotus, tourists are flocking to take holidays at the real-life locations where their favorite TV shows and films are set.
(2026-02-12). Chinese authorities launch investigation after fishing boat hits Bryde's whale. ecns.cn A fishing boat has collided with a Bryde's whale near Weizhou Island in southern China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, injuring the whale and prompting an official investigation, according to media reports.
(2026-02-12). Subsidy program boosts care for Gansu seniors. ecns.cn Gansu province has launched a monthly elderly care service consumption subsidy program for residents aged 60 and over who have been assessed as moderately, severely or completely disabled, local authorities said.
(2026-02-12). Nation amplifies efforts to boost consumer spending. ecns.cn "We invite all to visit China during Spring Festival, to shop in China, and to join us in sharing the joy of the Chinese New Year," Sheng said.He added that a successful holiday push would also set the tone for the remaining months of the year by bolstering business confidence and consumer sentiment.
(2026-02-12). China conducts low-altitude flight test for Long March-10 rocket. ecns.cn China successfully conducted a low-altitude demonstration and validation flight test of the Long March-10 launch vehicle system, along with a maximum dynamic pressure abort flight test of the Mengzhou crewed spacecraft system, at the Wenchang Space Launch Site in south China's Hainan Province, on Wednesday, according to the China Manned Space Engineering Office.
(2026-02-12). Israeli rabbinical judge violated ethical guidelines with extremist remarks. haaretz.com Rabbinical Judge Avraham Zarbiv served as a bulldozer driver in Gaza and boasted about the destruction in the Strip. 'We have crushed them. There are tens of thousands of dead,' he said on live television. 'The dogs and the cats ate them because no one collected them'…
(2026-02-12). Hundreds of Iranian cyber attacks carried out against Israeli officials this year, Shin Bet says. haaretz.com Iranian hackers have leaked the information of former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett, National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir and PMO Chief of Staff Tzachi Braverman. Although Israel is the world's third-largest target for threats, companies aren't legally required to meet a minimum level of cyber security…
(2026-02-12). Trump and Netanyahu prioritize a united front over rocking the boat on Iran. haaretz.com The Washington meeting left much to be desired after Trump said 'nothing definitive' had been reached. But while Netanyahu and the president don't share a vision for an Iran deal, they have a common interest in their own political survival…
(2026-02-12). Five killed in 12 hours across Israel, as homicide rates continue to skyrocket. haaretz.com In 2025, Arab Israelis were killed in a suspected homicide every 36 hours on average. The chief of Israel Police said Israel's 'war on criminal organizations requires a root cause treatment,' adding that, 'Everyone must get involved — including the IDF'…
(2026-02-12). Italian journalist barred from entering Israel over coverage. haaretz.com Alessandro Stefanelli has visited Israel many times over the years, but last July the Population and Immigration Authority cancelled his visa. When he tried to enter Israel through Jordan in January, he was questioned for five hours…
(2026-02-12). Hungary: Blocking Lawsuits Undermines Rule of Law. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Participants hold a placard reading "The independence of the judges is your security – Stand by them!" as Hungarian judges and court employees demonstrate in Budapest, Hungary, on February 22, 2025, for independence of the judiciary, rule of law, and freedom of expression of judges. | © 2025 Attila KISBENEDEK / AFP via Getty Images…
(2026-02-12). ICRC president: States must harness momentum to improve Gaza's dire humanitarian situation in next phase of ceasefire. icrc.org The following is a quote attributable to ICRC President Mirjana Spoljaric on the urgent need to improve the humanitarian situation in Gaza.
(2026-02-12). Trump says talks with Iran will continue to see whether deal can be consummated. independent.co.ug 
WASHINGTON | Xinhua | U.S. President Donald Trump said that U.S.-Iran talks will continue to see whether a deal can be consummated, shortly after his closed-door meeting with visiting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House on Wednesday. "I have just finished meeting with Prime Minister Netanyahu, of Israel, and various of his …
(2026-02-12). Worst DRC cholera outbreak in 25 years needs increased response: UN. independent.co.ug 
UNITED NATIONS | Xinhua | UN humanitarians on Wednesday called for an immediate scale-up of the response to the worst cholera outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) in 25 years. "Since the start of the year, more than 1,300 suspected cases and 35 deaths have been reported," the UN Office for the …
(2026-02-12). Turkey Says US and Iran Show Flexibility as Nuclear Talks Regain Momentum. moderndiplomacy.eu The United States and Iran are displaying renewed flexibility in efforts to revive a nuclear agreement, Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan told the Financial Times in an interview published Thursday. Fidan, who has engaged with both Washington and Tehran, said the atmosphere surrounding negotiations appears more pragmatic than in recent months. According to Fidan, Washington …
(2026-02-12). The Energy Paradox: America's Quest for Venezuelan Oil in a World China Is Electrifying. moderndiplomacy.eu The world faces an immediate strategic challenge because global energy demand currently rises at a faster rate than previously expected. The recent developments in Venezuela's oil exports, combined with China's changing energy consumption and the United States' renewed control of heavy crude from Caracas, all point to a fundamental transition in global energy distribution. The …
(2026-02-12). China and Mexico Hold Trade Talks After Tariff Hike Escalates Tensions. moderndiplomacy.eu China's chief trade negotiator Li Chenggang met Mexico's Deputy Economy Minister Vidal Llerenas in Beijing on Monday, marking the first face-to-face talks since Mexico imposed steep new tariffs on Chinese imports. The move had drawn warnings from Beijing and signaled rising trade friction between the two countries. According to China's Commerce Ministry, the two sides …
(2026-02-12). Aiding Neo-Colonialism: Reviving a Colonized State. moderndiplomacy.eu Haiti, often labelled and dismissed as the "Failed State" of the Caribbean, remains one of our international bureaucracy's most visible failures. Nearly two decades after the 2010 earthquake that devastated the nation's infrastructure, Haiti has yet to recover from its subsequent political, economic, and institutional collapse. Instead, in recent years the nation has confronted several …
(2026-02-12). CIA doubles down on recruiting Chinese military sources. moderndiplomacy.eu Just weeks after China's top general was purged, the CIA is launching a public video to attract informants from the Chinese military. This video features a disillusioned mid-level Chinese officer and is part of the CIA's effort to enhance human intelligence against China. In May, a similar campaign provided instructions for securely contacting U. S. …
(2026-02-12). Most Effective Study Methods: How to Study Smarter and Faster. moderndiplomacy.eu For most students today, the real issue isn't motivation or intelligence. It's efficiency. Many people spend hours studying without getting much back in terms of understanding or memory. With a few practical changes, it's often possible to study less and actually learn more. This guide will provide you with valuable insights to change your learning …
(2026-02-12). China Becomes Main Gateway for Foreign Cars Entering Sanctioned Russia. moderndiplomacy.eu After Russia's 2022 invasion of Ukraine, the European Union, United States, Japan and South Korea imposed sweeping sanctions restricting vehicle exports to Russia. Major global automakers pledged to halt shipments and wind down operations in the Russian market. Official sales of Western and Japanese brands dropped sharply as a result. However, new registration data reviewed …
(2026-02-12). Five killed in Gaza, as Israel pounds Khan Younis, Jabalia camp. newarab.com 
(2026-02-12). Controversial US firm in Gaza aid scheme in talks for new role. newarab.com 
A US security firm that deployed armed veterans to guard Gaza aid sites is in talks with the
(2026-02-12). UN agency begins clearing huge Gaza City waste dump. newarab.com 
The Alessandro Mrakic, head of the UNDP Gaza Office, said work had started to remove the He put the volume of the dump at more than 300,000 cubic metres (390,000 cubic y…
(2026-02-12). Starmer slams Jim Ratcliffe claim UK 'colonised by immigrants'. newarab.com 
UK Prime Minister Ratcliffe, one of Britain's most successful businessmen who founded the chemicals giant INEOS and owns nearly a third of "You can't have an economy with nine…
(2026-02-12). Turkish, Greek leaders voice desire to resolve issues after talks. newarab.com 
The leaders of Turkey and Greece voiced their desire to resolve longstanding maritime disputes hobbling ties during discussions in Ankara on Wednesday, as the NATO allies and historic rivals try to build on warming relations. | The neighbours have been at odds over a range of issues for decades, primarily maritime boundaries and rights in the Aegean, an area widely believed to hold energy resources and with key implications for airspace and military activity. | Following years of heightened tensions, a 2023 declaration on friendly relations prompted a thaw in rhetoric, though their maritime issues have remained u…
(2026-02-12). Iraq protests Turkish's FM over PKK remarks. newarab.com 
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(2026-02-12). US pays Afghans to return home as Qatar camp faces closure. newarab.com 
The US State Department has begun paying More than 1,100 people have been held at the former US Army base
(2026-02-12). Brawl erupts in Turkey's parliament over justice minister appointment. newarab.com 
A brawl erupted in Opposition legislators tried to block Istanbul Chief Prosecutor Akin Gurlek, who President Recep Tayyip
(2026-02-12). Lebanon army chief to present weapons monopoly plan next week. newarab.com 
The session, likely to be held on Monday, comes at a critical stage for the plan, particularly as it moves towards areas north of the Litani River, where
(2026-02-12). PAL PAC launches to challenge pro-Israel lobbying in US. newarab.com 
A new political action committee has launched in the United States with the aim of backing In a post on "By helping elect candidates who embody these principles, we can transform the l…
(2026-02-12). Egypt sends troops to Somalia amid Israel tensions. newarab.com 
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(2026-02-12). Fire kills child, displaces hundreds from camp in Sudan's Darfur. newarab.com 
(2026-02-12). UK couple held in Iran 'caught' in geopolitical tensions: son. newarab.com 
The son of a British couple Joe Bennett – But he hit out at what the family…
(2026-02-12). Saudi names new investment minister for Vision 2030. newarab.com 
Al Saif had headed up the global capital finance division and investment strategy at the $925 billion
(2026-02-12). Lebanon to decide on plan to control arms north of Litani river. newarab.com 
The decision will be based on a presentation by the army outlining its needs and capabilities, the minister, Paul Morcos, told reporters during a visit to Kuwait, where he was attend…
(2026-02-12). The Samaritans: A living bridge to Palestine's past. newarab.com 
To most people, the term 'Samaritans' recalls the biblical parable of the Good Samaritan, a story deeply embedded in Western culture that celebrates voluntary and unexpected kindness to strangers in need. | Yet few realise that they are not just figures from scripture, but a living community that still exists today. | The small ethno-religious group, numbering less than 900, live in an area stretching from Mount Gerizim, also known as Jabal Tor, near Both…
(2026-02-12). Israel denies entry to Italian journalist over critical coverage. newarab.com 
An Italian freelance photojournalist has been Alessandro Stefanelli attempted to enter Israel via the
(2026-02-12). Julieta Caldas: Luxury without Grandeur. newleftreview.org The experience of the Frieze Art Fair in London, as sibling events sprout in New York, LA, Seoul, Abu Dhabi, under the ownership of an entertainment mogul. Commercial logics on display in a glaring, idea-less space, where artists function as generators of speculative capital.
(2026-02-12). Cédric Durand: Michel Aglietta. newleftreview.org A tribute to the founder of the Parisian Regulation School of heterodox economics, with its striking combination of elite statistical training, rich conceptualizations and long-range economic history. Michel Aglietta's singular trajectory traced from radicalization in Algeria and 1960s Marxism to studies of China and green modelling.
(2026-02-12). Ryan Ruby: Wikipedia and the Novel. newleftreview.org Derogatory references to wiki-novels abound in contemporary literary criticism, as authors parade their characters' pseudo-erudition. But might these be signs of an iPhone era 'regime of perception'? Dazzling reconsideration of the relation between the novel and the encyclopaedia, from Sterne and Melville to Rachel Kushner and Sally Rooney.
(2026-02-12). Cédric Durand: Michel Aglietta. newleftreview.org A tribute to the founder of the Parisian Regulation School of heterodox economics, with its striking combination of elite statistical training, rich conceptualizations and long-range economic history. Michel Aglietta's singular trajectory traced from radicalization in Algeria and 1960s Marxism to studies of China and green modelling.
(2026-02-12). Pierre Vesperini: Government of the Past. newleftreview.org If the past is always that of a certain present, what are the conditions for avoiding the subordination of public history to self-interested origin stories, or the consignment of past infamies to oblivion? Who belongs in public memory, and who not? Reflections on the political use and abuse of popular historiography.
(2026-02-12). María Haro Sly: Sprawl as Subject. newleftreview.org María Haro Sly on Carlos Pagni, El Nudo. The Buenos Aires periphery as a political subject, from the early workers' movement to Javier Milei.
(2026-02-12). María Haro Sly: Sprawl as Subject. newleftreview.org María Haro Sly on Carlos Pagni, El Nudo. The Buenos Aires periphery as a political subject, from the early workers' movement to Javier Milei.
(2026-02-12). Hoplophobia our national illness. onlineopinion.com.au Is Australia's gun policy driven by facts or emotion? Three decades after Port Arthur, fear still shapes laws that facts struggle to penetrate.
(2026-02-12). Could the US win a war with a near-peer adversary today? responsiblestatecraft.org "One should never assert a power that he cannot exert," said British statesman and wordsmith Winston Churchill. My hometown football coach expressed a similar thought: "The man with an alligator mouth and a hummingbird ass" would get more than his share of whippings.The U.S. military today has a hummingbird's ass. Despite decades of sky-high military spending, our force is incapable of defeating a peer or near-peer adversary in today's complex, dangerous world. If we continue on our alligator-mouth-sized trajectory, the consequences will be catastrophic.The gap is apparent in three critical requirements to wi…
(2026-02-12). The Red Line Crisis: Iran, Trump, and Israel's High-Stakes Standoff. thinktank.pk Iran has made it absolutely clear that its ballistic missile capabilities are off limits in diplomatic negotiations — even as indirect talks with the United States and its allies resume in Oman and elsewhere. Iranian officials, including Ali Shamkhani, a senior adviser to Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, have repeatedly stated that Tehran's missile programme …
(2026-02-12). Education on the Climate Frontline: Japan Helps Pakistan Rebuild Smarter. thinktank.pk The Government of Japan, UN-Habitat, and the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) formalized a JPY 427 million (approximately USD 2.7 million) grant to rehabilitate and climate-proof schools in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) province. At first glance, the agreement appears to be a conventional reconstruction project. But viewed through the lens of climate change, disaster risk …
(2026-02-12). No Climate Justice Without the Right to the City. thinktank.pk The debates over urban rights often revolve around governance, infrastructure, and access to public space. But in an era of intensifying climate change, the "right to the city" has taken on a new urgency — reframing cities not only as human habitats but as battlegrounds for climate justice, sustainability, and ecological resilience. At its core, …
(2026-02-12). WHYY Newscast for Thursday 11:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-02-12). Protesters in Philadelphia, other cities press Target to oppose the immigration crackdown in Minnesota. whyy.org Activists planned protests at more than two dozen Target stores around the United States on Wednesday to pressure the discount retailer into taking a public stand against the 5-week-old ICE Out Minnesota, a coalition of community groups, religious leaders, labor unions and other critics of the federal operation, called for sit-ins and other demonstrations to continue at Target locations for a full week. Target's headquarters are locat…
(2026-02-12). Center City still moving forward with new residential, creative development, report claims. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? A new report offers some positive news on development in Philadelphia's Center City District. | The The report highlights five…
(2026-02-12). Homeownership rates among Philadelphia seniors remains high, but older renters face heavier cost burden. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? A majority of Philadelphia seniors But
(2026-02-12). Trump threatens to block opening of Gordie Howe International Bridge as part of escalating economic war on Canada. wsws.org The move against the major new border crossing is part of an escalating campaign of economic coercion aimed at subordinating Canada to US imperialist interests.
(2026-02-12). Teachers, supporters speak out from San Francisco picket lines. wsws.org Schools for 50,000 students in the San Francisco Unified School District (SFUSD) remain closed Thursday as the strike by more than 6,400 teachers and support staff enters its fourth day.
(2026-02-12). Munich Security Conference overshadowed by Transatlantic conflict. wsws.org This Friday, more than 60 heads of state and government, around 100 foreign and defence ministers, and numerous high-ranking military officials, politicians and foreign policy experts will gather for the 62nd Munich Security Conference.
(2026-02-12). Trump and Netanyahu hold Iran war conclave. wsws.org US President Donald Trump held a war council at the White House Wednesday with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to finalize plans for a massive military assault on Iran.
(2026-02-12). Pentagon weapons test forces closure of El Paso Airport. wsws.org The seven-hour shutdown was ordered by the FAA out of concern that US military anti-drone weapons might hit commercial air traffic.