(2026-09-17). Protests and strikes erupt against skyrocketing energy costs driven by US war against Iran. wsws.org Mass protests and strikes have erupted in countries around the globe against the devastating increase in energy prices caused by the US-Israeli war against Iran.
(2026-09-17). US CENTCOM tells Al Jazeera Hormuz blockade 'highly effective'. aljazeera.com The spokesman for US Central Command has told Al Jazeera its blockade of the Strait of Hormuz is 'highly effective'.
aljazeera.com (2026-09-16). US set to approve 60,000 heavy bombs for Israel: What that meansUnited States President Donald Trump's administration is preparing to sell 60,000 highly destructive, 2,000-pound (907kg) bombs to Israel in a multibillion-dollar package which will be funded by American taxpayers.
US media has reported that the Trump administration has approved the sale, which features some of the most destructive munitions in Western arsenals, and has informally notified Congress.
presstv.co.uk (2026-09-16). Iran downs 52nd US MQ-9 drone over Qeshm Island in latest blow to US-Israeli military aggression
The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says its air defense forces have intercepted and destroyed the 52nd MQ-9 Reaper drone operated by the enemy since the US-Israeli aggression began.
2026-09-15: Norman Finkelstein Reveals Shocking Discoveries While Researching History of Israel's Gaza Obsession
Norman Finkelstein has been telling the truth about Gaza longer than anyone else in academia. Naturally the media have dismissed him as an antisemite or ignored him completely.
Norman Finkelstein received his doctorate from the Department of Politics at Princeton University. His books have been translated into some sixty foreign editions. They include The Holocaust Industry, What Gandhi Says, and I'll Burn That Bridge When I Get to It. A 2020 study ranked Finkelstein the fifth most influential political scientist in the world.
Norman Finkelstein's new book is Gaza's Gravediggers
2026-09-14: Visiting America's First Gaza Holocaust Memorial
Ashley visits a Gaza Holocaust memorial installation honoring more than 18,500 Palestinian children ki*led in Gaza between October 7, 2023 and July 2025. Created by artist Phil Buehler, the installation stretches across four panels, inviting visitors to read the names of the children and the places where they were ki*lled.
presstv.co.uk (2026-09-14). Israeli minister vows to revoke filmmakers' citizenship over award-winning Gaza documentary
Israel's culture minister has vowed to revoke the citizenship of two Israeli filmmakers after their documentary on the Gaza war won a major prize at the Venice Film Festival.
presstv.co.uk (2026-09-14). Satellite images reveal extensive damage to key Saudi oil pipeline as supply fears mount
Satellite images have revealed extensive damage to a key Saudi oil pipeline following reported drone strikes, as industry sources warn that a prolonged shutdown could put up to 4% of global oil supplies at risk.
counterpunch.org (2026-09-14). Under the Stars in Old New Mexico: the Growing Resistance to Uranium Mining
In New Mexico, resistance to Trump's demand to resume uranium mining appears to be growing, from local protests against mines, mining-permit proposals and a processing mill in Utah, to statewide and congressional action.
presstv.co.uk (2026-09-14). IRGC downs another advanced MQ-1 drone over Strait of Hormuz
The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says it has intercepted and destroyed another advanced MQ-1 drone over the Strait of Hormuz.
presstv.co.uk (2026-09-15). No talks until Iran's conditions are met: SNSC chief
The Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council, Major General Mohsen Rezaei, has said that mixed signals from the US president should not distract anyone from the new realities around oil and the straits, adding that there will be no negotiations until Tehran's conditions are met.
aljazeera.com (2026-09-16). US set to approve 60,000 heavy bombs for Israel: What that meansUnited States President Donald Trump's administration is preparing to sell 60,000 highly destructive, 2,000-pound (907kg) bombs to Israel in a multibillion-dollar package which will be funded by American taxpayers.
US media has reported that the Trump administration has approved the sale, which features some of the most destructive munitions in Western arsenals, and has informally notified Congress.
presstv.co.uk (2026-09-16). Israeli forces abduct Press TV reporter Naqqa Hamed near Bethlehem
Hamed was traveling with a camera crew when Israeli forces stopped them at a checkpoint near the town of Tuqu, southeast of Bethlehem. The crew was searched, after which the forces abducted Hamed and released the cameramen
(2026-09-17). Trump says Canada becoming EU 'associate member' could be 'hostile act'. aljazeera.com The US president threatened heavy tariffs and said the US could cut some trade with Europe over the proposed status.
(2026-09-17). Floods return to Valencia with 2024 tragedy still fresh in mind. aljazeera.com Flooding hits Valencia, Spain, with torrential rain triggering rescues and major travel disruptions.
(2026-09-17). Three dead after flooding inundates Navajo Nation in New Mexico. aljazeera.com Indigenous authorities issue condolences after two adults and a child swept away by floodwaters in southwestern state.
(2026-09-15). 20 years on, Beijing Xiangshan Forum plays key role in global security dialogue. ecns.cn Experts and officials from more than100 countries have widely acknowledged the pivotal role of the Beijing Xiangshan Forum, which officially opened in Beijing on Wednesday.
(2026-09-17). WATCH: Jemima Goldsmith shares cherished moments from wedding with O'Reilly. geo.tv Jemima Goldsmith and Irish-Australian financier Cameron O'Reilly pose for a photo on their wedding day. — @Khanjemima/InstagramJemima Goldsmith has shared photographs capturing moments from her wedding to Irish-Australian financier Cameron O'Reilly, offering a glimpse…
(2026-09-17). Reports: US, Houthis make secret deal over Yemen war. aljazeera.com Yemen's Houthis have agreed to allow US shipping unfettered Red Sea access if Washington refrains from military action.
(2026-09-17). UK's Burnham, Canada's Carney discuss AI risks, defence cooperation. aljazeera.com UK and Canada explore AI risks, defence cooperation and joint initiatives during a bilateral meeting in Liverpool.
(2026-09-17). The closure of the Russian House in Berlin: A blow to culture in the service of war. wsws.org The German government is provoking an ever more aggressive drive towards a hot war with Russia, severing all the diplomatic and cultural channels and connections built up since the Second World War.
(2026-09-17). Fed raises interest rate for first time in 3 years. wsws.org The decision was largely forced on the Fed by the financial markets, which had priced in a 90 percent probability of an increase.
(2026-09-17). Top US Republican says Australia would join war with China. wsws.org Michael McCaul, who had just returned to the US after discussions with Albanese and other government leaders, declared there was "no doubt" Australia would join a war with China over Taiwan.
(2026-09-17). The "Pro-Human Assembly" on AI: Sanders and the trade union bureaucracy join hands with the fascist right. wsws.org Bernie Sanders, Liz Shuler and Randi Weingarten shared a platform with Steve Bannon and January 6 rally organizer Amy Kremer at an event that marks the emergence of am alliance between the Democratic "left," the union bureaucracy and the fascist right.
(2026-09-17). 4 measles-associated deaths in Pennsylvania; zero in the federal count. wsws.org Pennsylvania has confirmed four measles-associated deaths in four weeks. The CDC lists zero for 2026, after changing the rule by which deaths are counted.
(2026-09-17). National Lawyers Guild calls on Ukrainian court to free Bogdan Syrotiuk. wsws.org The 15-year sentence "cannot be reconciled with Ukraine's binding legal obligations," the Guild's president writes, and for a chronically ill prisoner "risks becoming, in effect, a sentence of death."
(2026-09-17). Sri Lankan president addresses public rallies: A bid to stem falling popular support. wsws.org Like all capitalist governments around the world, the ruling JVP/NPP, as it imposes austerity measures on working people, is now preparing the repressive apparatus to suppress the inevitable popular opposition.
(2026-09-17). Australian Capital Territory educators reject Labor's pay offer. wsws.org The decision, taken at a union members' meeting on September 11, raises the possibility of further stoppages, following an earlier 24-hour strike.
(2026-09-17). Lessons from the struggle at Kelvion in Thuringia: IG Metall and Left Party organize a sellout. wsws.org What IG Metall union is touting as a "historic victory" is the beginning of the end for the factory in Wilchwitz.
(2026-09-17). 3 ferry disasters claim about 250 lives across the Asia-Pacific. wsws.org The tragedies expose the deadly class divide in inter-island transport, where workers and the poor risk their lives aboard ageing ferries operated for private profit.
(2026-09-17). Prince William is Wrong, the Independent, Sweeping Climate Action Will Only Harm People. wattsupwiththat.com Prince William is behind the curve when it comes to climate change, which seems to be collapsing as a popular cause even among true believers. He is also very misinformed, most likely by the biased media, about the history of European and global wildfire occurrences. Setting yet another deadline for climate action, like the dozens of deadlines that have gone by before with no ill consequences, will not make people believe more urgently that a climate cataclysm is in the offing or that radical changes in their lifestyles are justified.
(2026-09-17). Smithsonian secretary steps down as Trump attacks persist. wsws.org After more than a year of sustained attacks by the Trump administration, the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, Lonnie G. Bunch III, has announced he will step down by the end of the year.
(2026-09-17). The Fifth Circuit's ruling on Jackson: The courts formalize the right to poison the working class. wsws.org The Appeals Court ruled in the case of Jackson, Mississippi that the Constitution provides no right to clean drinking water.
(2026-09-16). EU head Von der Leyen announces European security pact, including Canada and independent of NATO. wsws.org The State of the Union speech was a declaration that the European bourgeoisie must act independently of the Trump administration to assert its predatory interests on a world scale, above all by waging war against Russia in Ukraine and a trade war against China.
(2026-09-16). Trump Completely Rejects AI "Experts" Push to 'Pace the Frontier'. wattsupwiththat.com "We're leading China in AI. We're the most sophisticated country in the world, and frankly, I want to keep it that way, because whoever wins AI wins."
(2026-09-16). Democracy Now! 2026-09-16 Wednesday. democracynow.org Headlines for September 16, 2026; A Russian Oligarch Secretly Funded Donald Trump Jr.'s Bahamas Wedding; Democrats Demand Probe; "The Elimination Project": Israel's Systematic Dismantling of Palestinian Life in West Bank: B'Tselem; "Architects of Atrocities": Amnesty Says Iran Committed Crimes Against Humanity in 2022 Crackdown | Headlines for September 16, 2026; A Russian Oligarch Secretly Funded Donald Trump Jr.'s Bahamas Wedding; Democrats Demand Probe; "The Elimination Project": Israel's Systematic Dismantling of Palestinian Life in West Bank: B'Tselem; "Architects of Atr…
(2026-09-16). Jewish-Kurdish Conference in London: Kurdish nationalism in the Türkiye-Israel rivalry. wsws.org Israel does not want to abandon the effort to forge an alliance with the Kurdish movement, both in the war against Iran and in its rivalry with Türkiye.
(2026-09-16). US burns through dozens of missile interceptors in single Iranian attack on Jordan: WSJ. tribune.com.pk 
The US military used as many as 70 Patriot interceptors and more than a dozen THAAD anti-missile interceptors to counter a recent Iranian ballistic missile attack on Jordan, highlighting growing pressure on American air defence stocks, The Wall Street Journal reported Tuesday. | US forces fired between 60 and 70 Patriot interceptors against an attack involving about 20 ballistic missiles, while more than a dozen Terminal High Altitude Area Defence (THAAD) interceptors were also launched, the newspaper reported, citing US and regional officials familiar with the matter. | The number of interceptors expended was…
(2026-09-16). Midterm Madness: Money Talks. Macklemore Doesn't. levernews.com 
üó≥Ô∏è This is Midterm Madness, the only newsletter you need to stay up to date on election news. Key race updates, money trails, numbers that cut through the spin, and campaign moments that say more than official talking points ever will — from The Lever team to your inbox, every Wednesday.üëá Further down in this newsletter: Was AIPAC involved in the cancellation of a rapper?Elon Musk's legislative allies just got a rude awakening.One candidate's defense of Epstein associates starts to make sense. | üëç This pop-up…
(2026-09-16). Trump Plans New Sale of 2,000-Pound Bombs to Israel, Which Keeps Using Them to Massacre Gazans. scheerpost.com Brett Wilkins Common Dreams The Trump administration is preparing to send Israel tens of thousands of 2,000-pound bombs, The Washington Post reported Tuesday—a move that would rank as the largest single sale of the highly destructive munitions, which the Israel Defense Forces have used in some of the deadliest US-backed airstrikes on Gaza and Lebanon. According to…
(2026-09-16). Israel Accuses Lebanon Army Chief of Being in League With Hezbollah. news.antiwar.com Israel's Channel 14 has reported that the Israeli government is accusing Lebanese Army Commander Gen. Rodolphe Haykal of directly coordinating operations with Hezbollah, raising concerns about coordination between the two nations during the ongoing Israeli invasion and occupation of southern Lebanon. These claims are undermining US-brokered efforts to try to get Israel to cede small …
(2026-09-16). 5 children among 14 Palestinians killed as war-damaged building collapses in Gaza City. tribune.com.pk 
At least 14 Palestinians, including five children, were killed Wednesday when a residential building housing displaced people that had been damaged during Israel's genocidal war collapsed in western Gaza City, according to Palestinian sources. | A medical source told Anadolu that the bodies of 14 Palestinians, including five children, and 25 injured people were taken to hospitals in Gaza City after the collapse of the Al-Saada building in the city's Al-Sinaa area. | Palestinian Civil Defence spokesman Mahmoud Bassal said during a news conference at the scene that the building had previously been targeted by Is…
(2026-09-16). Rapper Macklemore booted from tour for pro-Palestinian remarks, other bands drop out in solidarity. wsws.org All the musicians on the tour—except headliner Ed Sheeran—have withdrawn in solidarity with the outspoken artist, who has steadfastly opposed the genocide.
(2026-09-16). Can Canada and Europe build closer ties as Trump trade tensions grow? moderndiplomacy.eu Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney will travel to Strasbourg on Wednesday as Ottawa seeks to strengthen its economic and strategic ties with Europe amid escalating trade tensions with U.S. President Donald Trump. Carney will become the first foreign head of government to attend the European Commission president's State of the Union address. He is also …
(2026-09-16). On Russia's New Economic Policy in the early 1920s and the crisis facing Cuba today. links.org.au 
While some measures being taken in Cuba resemble the Russian Revolution's "New Economic Policy", the situation facing Cuba today is very different, argue the editors of World-Outlook.
(2026-09-16). Díaz-Canel announces premiere of his new radio program "Criterio comPartido" radiohc.cu Miguel Díaz-Canel, First Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Cuba and President of the Republic, announced during a visit to Radio Rebelde in Havana, the upcoming launch of the program "Criterio comPartido," which he will co-host with journalist Bárbara Betancourt. | According to a statement released today by the Cuban Presidency, the Head of State specified that the program will be a forum for discussing the country's problems, "but also the progress made amidst the fierce imperial blockade." | Díaz-Canel commented that the program will feature compatriots who inspire and impress with th…
(2026-09-16). BRICS Nations Call For End Of US Blockade On Cuba. popularresistance.org The 18th BRICS summit concluded in New Delhi on Sunday, September 13, with the unanimous adoption of the New Delhi declaration condemning wars in West Asia and reiterating calls for a more democratic and multilateral world order. | This year marks the 20th anniversary of the formation of the grouping with the core objective of democratizing global governance and promoting multilateralism and cooperation among the countries of the Global South. | This years' summit was held around the theme of "Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability."
(2026-09-16). Caravana italiana de solidaria con Cuba recorrió ciudad de Perugia. radiohc.cu 
Una caravana italiana de autos con banderas cubanas y pancartas contra el bloqueo económico, comercial y financiero de Estados Unidos recorrió este último domingo arterias céntricas de la ciudad italiana de Perugia. | Según precisó el portal del Ministerio de Relaciones Exteriores, Cubaminrex, la movilización fue convocada por la Asociación de Solidaridad Internacionalista con Cuba de la región de Umbría (AsiCuba Umbria), con la participación de miembros de diversos movimientos y grupos solidarios, acotaron los organizadores. | El recorrido partió del parque Pian di Massiano y concluyó en la Piazzetta del Circo,…
(2026-09-16). Excadetes nicaragàºenses saludan aniversario de escuela militar cubana. radiohc.cu Egresados nicaragàºenses de la Escuela Interarmas General José Maceo Grajales de Santiago de Cuba, expresaron su felicitación por el aniversario 46 de esa institución, que se celebra este martes 15 de septiembre. | En un comunicado divulgado en redes social bajo el título "Escuela Interarmas, 46 años de honor, lealtad y compromiso revolucionario", los excadetes reafirmaron su solidaridad con la nación caribeña y su proceso revolucionario. | Dirigieron su mensaje a la dirección, docentes, oficiales, clases, soldados, trabajadores civiles y cadetes del actual curso. | "Reciban nuestras más sinceras felicitacio…
(2026-09-16). Raúl Castro destaca transformación del sistema penitenciario cubano. radiohc.cu El líder de la Revolución cubana, Raúl Castro, destacó este martes la transformación del sistema penitenciario del país, en un mensaje de felicitación enviado con motivo del aniversario 65 de su fundación. | En la misiva, leída durante el acto político-cultural encabezado por el presidente de la República, Miguel Díaz-Canel, el general de Ejército reconoció el trabajo desarrollado durante años "con sacrificio, entrega y dedicación, para transformar el horror que se vivía en las cárceles cubanas antes del triunfo de la Revolución y desarrollar numerosos programas que cambiaron radicalmente esa terrible realidad".
(2026-09-16). Cuba expone en BRICS sus apremios y oportunidades. radiohc.cu Una importante delegación cubana participó en la decimoctava Cumbre del Grupo BRICS, en India, donde expuso los efectos nefastos del recrudecimiento del bloqueo estadounidense y explicó nuevas oportunidades de la economía antillana. | Resaltó en una extensa declaración de la cita, la alusión a la necesidad de poner fin a las medidas restrictivas contra Cuba y el carácter de América Latina y el Caribe como zona de paz. | Por tanto, apuntó el BRICS, debe enfatizarse en el respeto mutuo, la solución pacífica de controversias y la no intervención. | Se pronunciaba así este importante bloque de 11 naciones emergentes…
(2026-09-16). 2026 Yangtze River Civilization Forum opens in Chongqing. ecns.cn The 2026 Yangtze River Civilization Forum opened in Chongqing on Tuesday under the theme "Crossing Rivers and Seas, Mutual Learning of Civilizations."
(2026-09-16). Lebanon returns 37 artefacts smuggled out of Egypt six years ago. aljazeera.com The artefacts date back to the pharaonic civilisation, more commonly referred to as ancient Egypt.
(2026-09-16). At least 12 dead as Gaza building collapses, many trapped under rubble. aljazeera.com Rescue crews in Gaza pull survivors from a collapsed building as cries for help echo beneath the rubble, witnesses say.
(2026-09-16). Katz Says Israel Will 'Finish the Job' in Gaza and Go Ahead With Ethnic Cleansing Plan. news.antiwar.com Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz on Wednesday said that Israel is prepared to "finish the job" in Gaza and reaffirmed his support for the ethnic cleansing of Gaza, which he refers to as "migration." Katz made the comments while discussing the October 2025 ceasefire deal, which Israel has constantly violated with daily attacks that have …
(2026-09-16). Alex Saab Pleads Guilty to Money Laundering in US Court. orinocotribune.com Alex Saab, Colombian businessman and former minister of Industries and National Production of Venezuela, changed his initial plea of not guilty on Tuesday, September 15, and pled guilty to a money laundering charge before a US federal court in Miami. The case originated from contracts for the importation of food to Venezuela, and in accordance …
(2026-09-16). Venezuela's Asymmetric Negotiation with the United States: A Conversation with William Castillo. mronline.org 
"Many look at this too much from outside, from the Global North, without really trying to understand our reasoning, what's actually at stake for Venezuela, and why Venezuela is doing what it's doing."
(2026-09-16). From Allende to Chávez: 2 popular models, same imperialist and oligarchic conspiracy. mronline.org 
As Chile commemorates the 1973 coup, the kidnapping of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro confirms that the U.S. conspiracy against popular projects in Latin America has not stopped, it has merely changed its name.
(2026-09-16). Nicolás Maduro Is Not Guilty. orinocotribune.com By Stephanie Weatherbee Brito and Vijay Prashad — Sep 13, 2026 Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro is not guilty. This is a statement of law and fact, since Maduro has not been convicted of any crime. He has pleaded not guilty to every charge brought against him, and the accusations made by the United States remain …
(2026-09-16). Attendance of 83% at Start of 2026-2027 School Year in Venezuela. orinocotribune.com Venezuelan Minister for Education Héctor Rodríguez reported student attendance of 83% at the start of the 2026-2027 school year. In a video posted on social media, the minister said that, after communicating with state directors, "they report to me more than 99% of schools open, 97% of staff at their workplaces, and 83% attendance in …
(2026-09-16). US military claims Strait of Hormuz remains open amid ongoing blockade. aljazeera.com The comments from a US CENTCOM spokesperson come amid continued tensions over shipping through the vital waterway.
(2026-09-15). SCO Digital Economy Forum explores new frontiers in digital economy cooperation. ecns.cn The 2026 Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Digital Economy Forum opened in Urumqi, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, on Tuesday, bringing together government officials, business leaders and experts to discuss ways to deepen digital cooperation.
(2026-09-16). The 6th Gangchen Tulku Rinpoche enthroned at Gangchen Monastery in Xizang Autonomous Region. ecns.cn The 6th Gangchen Tulku Rinpoche, Jamyang Choephel Jampa Gyaltsen, was formally enthroned at Gangchen Monastery in Sakya County, Xizang Autonomous Region, on Tuesday.
(2026-09-16). Mecca drone attack: Saudi Arabia shoots down Houthi drone near Mecca, says security of holy sites is a 'red line'. ptcnews.tv PTC Web Desk: Saudi Arabia has warned Yemen's Houthi movement that the security of Islam's two holiest sites is a "red line" after its air defences intercepted a drone near the holy city of Makkah Al- | Mecca drone attack: Saudi Arabia shoots down Houthi drone near Mecca, says security of holy sites is a 'red line'
(2026-09-16). First steel box girder installed on China's largest-span cross-sea bridge. ecns.cn The first steel box girder was installed on the Shuangyumen Bridge in Ningbo, east China's Zhejiang Province, on Tuesday.
(2026-09-16). Reforms to Hungary's Anti-LBGT Laws Welcome, but More to Do. hrw.org Click to expand Image | People attend the Budapest Pride March in Budapest, Hungary, June 27, 2026. | © 2026 Marton Monus/Reuters | Hungary's new government has taken an important step toward dismantling a key discriminatory legacy of the Orbán era—the legal targeting of LGBT people. The job is not finished, however.The government submitted legislation to Parliament on September 14 to remove several provisions of the 2021 so-called "child protection" law that restrict the "portrayal" or "promotion" of sexual and gender diversity in content accessible to children. The proposed changes remove the rest…
(2026-09-16). Saturday 9/26: Fly 100 Kites for Palestine! indybay.org Chrissy Field, San Francisco…
(2026-09-16). Under Cover Of AI Doomsday, Big Tech Is Writing Its Own Rules. scheerpost.com Matt Stoller, The Lever. Silicon Valley says its machines could destroy humanity. The more immediate danger is letting the people building AI decide how they're governed. Editor's note: Since Matt Stoller first published this essay on his Substack on Friday amid the mounting AI crisis, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei hascalled for slowing the development of powerful AI models, while OpenAI …
(2026-09-16). 18th Hunan Tea Expo concludes with $100 million in online, offline transactions. ecns.cn The 18th Hunan Tea Expo concluded in Changsha, central China's Hunan Province, on Monday, generating 709 million yuan (about $100 million) in online and offline transactions during the four-day event, according to the organizing committee.
(2026-09-16). Pakistan extends airspace ban for Indian aircraft until October 23. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan extended the closure of its airspace to Indian aircraft for another month, with the restriction remaining in place until October 23, the Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA) said on Wednesday. | "Pakistan's airspace will remain closed to Indian aircraft until October 23," the PAA said in a new Notice to Airmen (NOTAM). | The restriction applies to all civil and military aircraft of Indian-registered airlines, the notice says. The authority added that under the extended restriction, no Indian-registered aircraft can use Pakistan's airspace, even if the aircraft has been taken on lease. | PAA issued the ne…
(2026-09-16). Incumbent Kathy Jennings wins Delaware Democratic primary for attorney general. She'll face the GOP's David Graham in November. whyy.org What questions do you have about the 2026 elections? What major issues do you want candidates to address? Two-term incumbent Kathy Jennings defeated The Associated Press declared Jennings the primary winner, calling the race at 8: 16 p.m. She currently has about 77% of the vote, with abo…
(2026-09-16). Monday 9/21: drop the charges! abolish brooke jenkins! no flock no axon no rape apologists! indybay.org 16th St & Valencia St…
(2026-09-16). Ambigram ideas for women: Beautiful designs that say more than one thing. independentaustralia.net 
If you've spent any time scrolling through tattoo inspiration lately, you've probably noticed a word or name that seems to read the same way even when you flip it upside down. | That's an ambigram, and it's become one of the most popular tattoo styles for women who want something that feels personal, clever and a littl…
(2026-09-16). Starbucks just quietly gutted baristas' health coverage. wibailoutpeople.org 
View this email in your browser Starbucks is at it again. This time, they've nearly doubled what baristas pay for health insurance while quietly lowering their own contribution. The Seattle Times reports that as benefits enrollment opened for the new fiscal year, workers got hit with nearly double the price tag for health insurance. One …
(2026-09-16). As US stockpiles dwindle, Trump rushes weapons to Israel, Saudi. responsiblestatecraft.org As government watchdogs
(2026-09-16). Trump administration plans $2.8bn sale of 2,000-pound bombs to Israel. aljazeera.com Trump administration pushes $2.8bn bomb sale to Israel amid criticism over mass targeting of civilians in the region.
(2026-09-16). Zero Democracy: Trump's Bribery of Voters. radiohc.cu By Hedelberto López Blanch * | What convicted US President Donald Trump proposed has just shattered all the electoral norms of so-called "capitalist democracy" by publicly suggesting that if the Republican Party manages to retain the House of Representatives and the Senate in the November legislative elections, it will give each voter $5,000. | Such a bribe completely undermines all the propaganda claiming that the electoral model in Western countries is "democratic." | Just imagine the enormous campaign that the mainstream media would unleash if a progressive and nationalist candidate from Brazil, Mexico, Nicara…
(2026-09-16). The pseudo-left and the UAW elections: How Labor Notes, Jacobin and UAWD cover for Fain. wsws.org The DSA, Labor Notes and UAWD installed Shawn Fain in 2023 promising an era of "class struggle unionism." Three years later, they are writing his excuses.
(2026-09-16). Public Service Commission Bill enacted into law. sanews.gov.za Public Service Commission Bill enacted into law | President Cyril Ramaphosa has signed the Public Service Commission (PSC) Bill into law. | The new Public Service Commission Act repeals the old Public Service Commission Act of 1997. | President Ramaphosa said the new Act reinforces government's determination to build a capable and ethical state. | "The new Public Service Commission Act should be welcomed by public servants and citizens alike as a means to improve the lives of all South Africans and to enable growth through ethical and efficient conduct in our public service. | "While the Public Service Commission…
(2026-09-16). Could Trump's $5,000 checks complicate Warsh's Fed strategy? moderndiplomacy.eu President Donald Trump's proposal to give Americans $5,000 payments is raising questions about how the plan could affect U.S. monetary policy, particularly as Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh pushes for greater attention to the relationship between money supply and inflation. Trump has proposed the payments as a dividend funded by tariff revenues, arguing that the …
(2026-09-16). A Renewed BRICS for a Polycentric World: From Global Chaos to Orderly Multipolarity>. infobrics.org In its recent report, "A Renewed BRICS for a Polycentric World: From Global Chaos to Orderly Multipolarity", the BRICS Expert Council-Russia presents a strategic vision for the group following its expansion…
(2026-09-16). Philly councilmember proposes 'zero-waste' bill to divert 60% of city trash from landfills, incinerators. whyy.org Have a question about Philly's neighborhoods or the systems that shape them? PlanPhilly reporters want to hear from you! Philadelphia City Councilmember Mark Squilla plans to introduce a bill that would require the city to make a plan to divert 60% of its trash away from landfills and incinerators. | The proposal comes as Council prepares to consider contracts with companies that will landfill and burn the city's curbside trash for the next four to seven years. | Squilla's bill would direct the city to create a "Zero Wa…
(2026-09-16). Inaugural Mudanjiang-Moscow freight train service launched. ecns.cn A container freight train loaded with footwear, home appliances, and daily necessities departed from Mudanjiang in Heilongjiang province on Tuesday bound for Moscow, marking the official launch of the Mudanjiang-Moscow freight rail service.
(2026-09-16). Deputy President condemns recent killings of women. sanews.gov.za Deputy President condemns recent killings of women | As Chairperson of the Justice, Crime Prevention and Security (JCPS) Cluster Cabinet Committee, Deputy President Paul Mashatile has strongly condemned the recent killings of women in and around Kempton Park in Gauteng. | "I join President Cyril Ramaphosa and all South Africans in extending deepest condolences to the families and loved ones of the women who have lost their lives under these horrific circumstances," the Deputy President said in a statement on Wednesday. | Mashatile has expressed solidarity with the women and residents of Kempton Park, surrounding…
(2026-09-16). Israel started an anti-Qatar campaign, then scrapped it. aljazeera.com Days after October 7, Israel began building a global campaign to pressure and isolate Qatar.
(2026-09-16). The Parti Québécois' "Blue Book" on Independence—chauvinism, austerity, rearmament, and military-strategic alignment with Washington. wsws.org The PQ's Blue Book advocates for Quebec's secession on the basis of national exclusivism, anti-immigrant chauvinism, massive social cuts, and an even more pronounced strategic alignment with US imperialism under the leadership of the would-be dictator Donald Trump.
(2026-09-15). Greater BRICS adds fresh momentum to the Global South. ecns.cn Recently, the 18th BRICS Summit was held in New Delhi. As protectionism rises, geopolitical conflicts drag on, and the global development deficit widens, the "greater BRICS" is turning its growing representativeness into real capacity for action. Driven by cooperation under the three pillars of political and security, economic and financial, cultural and people-to-people cooperation, the "greater BRICS" is bringing new hope for development across the Global South.
(2026-09-16). The load-bearing wall: Vale Dr Harley Dale. independentaustralia.net 
A tribute to the late Dr Harley Dale, described by friend Professor Vince Hooper as the load-bearing wall of Australian housing economics.
(2026-09-16). 'Made in Russia' Pavilion Aims to Strengthen Business Ties Between India and Russia. infobrics.org The venue will give Indian retailers, distributors and importers direct access to Russian manufacturers, enabling product testing, business meetings and supply negotiations…
(2026-09-16). America's air monitors are disappearing. So is your power to expose polluters. peoplesworld.org 
Across much of the U.S., people have little way to know when the air they breathe turns dangerous. Over recent decades, federal funding for public air monitoring has declined, the number of monitors has fallen, and much of the remaining equipment is aging or located far from major polluters. Now, the stakes are rising: Wildfire …
(2026-09-16). Donald Sassoon: Changing the Guard. newleftreview.org Two years after an electoral landslide swept him into Number Ten, Keir Starmer has been ousted by his own MPs, as Andrew Burnham becomes the UK's sixth prime minister since Brexit. Analysis of the causes—political, economic, ideological, social—behind Westminster's latest coup.
(2026-09-16). "Being Undocumented Is Already a Chronic Stress. Then, Add in Blackness" : Talking with Dr. Felecia Russell on the Experience of Black Undocumented Folks. publicbooks.org "Growing up, I really didn't get exposed to the conversations about immigration, until I found out that I didn't have the proper documentation. Once I learned that, my world, I felt, just really shattered."
(2026-09-16). Undersea Cables as the Next Chokepoint. moderndiplomacy.eu The cables linking Svalbard to mainland Norway were not cut this spring. Even so, an encounter nearby raised an awkward question about how they would be defended if they were. Reuters reported, citing two Western officials, that British, Norwegian and American forces confronted Russian submersibles practising with equipment said to disable cables without leaving obvious …
(2026-09-16). What to know about US Federal Reserve's first interest rate hike in 3 years. aljazeera.com The unanimous decision comes as prices have remained stubbornly high and despite Trump's demands for lower rates.
(2026-09-16). The S-400 is not just a defense system; it is a strategy. unitedworldint.com The future of the S-400 air defense systems Türkiye purchased from Russia in 2019 has once again come onto the agenda. Security sources from Türkiye say that the possibility of selling the systems to Qatar and the United Arab Emirates is being discussed, and that the issue was raised during the latest meeting between President …
(2026-09-16). Claim: African Rain Summoning Sorcerers are being Murdered because of Climate Change. wattsupwiththat.com In Africa, if someone claims to have magical abilities and takes your money, then the magic doesn't work, things can get serious.
(2026-09-16). Former Kosovo President Hashim Thaci sentenced to 25 years for war crimes. aljazeera.com Thaci, 58, was sentenced to 25 years in prison for ‚Äåcrimes including murder, torture and illegal detention.
(2026-09-16). New ACLU and AFL-CIO Report Shows Deportations Lower Wages and Raise Costs for America's Workers. commondreams.org The American Civil Liberties Union and the American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations (AFL-CIO) today released a
(2026-09-15). 'China Services' emerges as a new calling card of China's high-standard opening up: FM spokesperson. ecns.cn "China Services" is a new calling card of China's high-standard opening up, Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Guo Jiakun said on Tuesday.
(2026-09-16). Houthis Claim Saudi F-15 Kill Over Yemen. twz.com 
Yemen's Houthi movement, formally known as Ansar Allah, has released imagery that it says shows the downing of a A video of what Ansar Allah says is the successful shootdown of the F-15…
(2026-09-16). 4th Weifang food expo draws record 516 exhibitors from 16 countries and regions. ecns.cn The 4th Weifang International Food and Agricultural Products Expo opened at the Lutai Convention and Exhibition Center in east China's Shandong Province on Tuesday.
(2026-09-16). Citing ethics investigation, Rutgers-Newark faculty members call for removal of Dean Mattis. whyy.org From Camden and Cherry Hill to Trenton and the Jersey Shore, what about life in New Jersey do you want WHYY News to cover? A group calling themselves "Concerned Faculty of Rutgers University-Newark" has demanded Jacqueline S. Mattis, dean of the School of Arts and Sciences Newark, or SASN, step down, citing an ethics investigation that Short of that, the group's members called for university officials to remove Mattis, stating they no longer have confidence in…
(2026-09-16). New video claims to show Saudi fighter jet Houthis say they shot down. aljazeera.com Houthi forces have released a video claiming to show a Saudi fighter jet the group says was shot down in Yemen's Marib.
(2026-09-16). Delaware primary election 2026: Here's who won and who lost. whyy.org Primary Here's a look at how major primary races unfolded: | Attorney general race: U.S. Senate race: Incumbent
(2026-09-16). US Bombs Somalia For 81st Time This Year. popularresistance.org US Africa Command announced on Friday that its forces launched another airstrike in Somalia as the Trump administration continues a record-breaking bombing campaign in the country, which receives virtually no coverage in US media. | AFRICOM said the strike was launched on September 8 and targeted al-Shabaab in the vicinity of Quumbi, a village about 50 miles northeast of the southern port city of Kismayo, | As usual, AFRICOM offered no other details about the strike, and there were no statements from US-backed forces about military operations in the area that day. "Specific details about units and assets will not…
(2026-09-16). Pakistan condemns Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia at UN, calls for urgent de-escalation. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan's Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, condemned Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia, calling for an urgent de-escalation and a UN-led political process to resolve the conflict. | "Pakistan condemns, in the strongest terms, all Houthi attacks against the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia," Ambassador Asim said, reaffirming Pakistan's "unwavering support for the sovereignty, territorial integrity, security, and prosperity of Saudi Arabia". | Speaking at the meeting at a UN Security Council emergency meeting on Yemen late Tuesday night, Ahmad said Pakistan fully supported Sau…
(2026-09-16). Wednesday 9/16: Phonebank to Stop the Deadly Merger. indybay.org Zoom | uscpract.org/block…
(2026-09-16). Acadia Center's RGGI Fact Sheet Cannot Hide the Problems. wattsupwiththat.com "keep championing the program and keep tightening the cap" is not the reassuring conclusion Acadia presents it as.
(2026-09-16). Julian Stallabrass: Ultra-Processed Images. newleftreview.org Julian Stallabrass on Trevor Paglen, How to See Like a Machine. An American artist documents and explores the arrival of the automated image world, from psyops to algorithmic persuasion.
(2026-09-16). How The USAF Is Preparing For European Allies To Join The Collaborative Combat Aircraft Club. twz.com 
Senior U.S. Air Force leaders in Europe say NATO allies are increasingly looking to participate in the development and employment of
(2026-09-16). Iran's Sepehran Airlines plane scare: Kermanshah-bound Boeing 737 makes emergency landing in Mashhad. hindustantimes.com Amid the ongoing war in Iran, tense moments unfolded aboard an Iranian Sepehran Airlines flight after the Boeing 737 reportedly experienced a tire burst shortly after takeoff. The aircraft, which was heading toward Kermanshah, was forced to turn back to Mashhad after the crew declared an emergency. Video footage reportedly captured anxious passengers inside the plane as the aircraft returned for an emergency landing. Reports also mentioned possible engine damage following the incident. The Boeing 737 landed safely in Mashhad, and no casualties were reported. The incident comes amid heightened regional tensions an…
(2026-09-16). Gen Z Women Don't Owe America Babies. otherwords.org But the government wants to make us change that. In the U.S. and elsewhere, anxiety over aging populations and shrinking labor forces has been woven into the claim that women in their 20s
(2026-09-16). We're Already Living Through Journalism's Dystopian Future. scheerpost.com AI is devouring our industry and undermining access to factual information. We all have a duty to fight back. By Maya Schenwar, Negin Owliaei, Ziggy West Jeffery This article was originally published by Truthout AI is devouring our industry and undermining access to factual information. We all have a duty to fight back. If you …
(2026-09-16). craqdi due to the changes in the native and autonomous left. indybay.org Given all that has happened, and as a countermeasure to NATO's negotiating policies with the industrial manufacturers that intimidate | We emphatically say no to these acts of political impurity…
(2026-09-16). Manchester United lose 3-2 to Brighton, crash out of League Cup. aljazeera.com Brighton come from two goals down to win 3-2 at Old Trafford, to shock Manchester United as slow start continues.
(2026-09-16). Deutschland erlebt einen Boom der organisierten Kriminalità§t. strategic-culture.su Kriminelle Vereinigungen werden hierzulande immer brutaler. Das geht aus einem neuen Lagebericht des Bundeskriminalamts (BKA) hervor. Im Jahr 2025 stieg die Zahl der Ermittlungsverfahren gegen organisierte kriminelle Vereinigungen. Insgesamt wurden 683 Verfahren eingeleitet, so viele wie seit 2021 nicht mehr. | Kriminelle Gruppen greifen hierzulande immer hà§ufiger zu massiver Gewalt, um ihre Opfer einzuschàºchtern und ihre Macht zu festigen. Die Gewalt richtet sich dabei auch gegen rivalisierende Gruppen. Dies geht aus dem aktuellen BKA-Bericht zur organisierten Kriminalità§t hervor. Im vergangene…
(2026-09-16). Labor Day in Michigan: Where is the movement heading? peoplesworld.org 
It's Monday, September 7th, 2026—Labor Day—and the corner of Trumbull and Abbott Streets in Detroit's Corktown is alive with celebration. Music is playing, the sun is shining, and thousands of Detroit's workers are smiling as they rep their unions: the UAW, Teamsters, SEIU and IBEW, to name a few. Soon they'll be marching in the …
(2026-09-16). Counterterrorism: The BRICS+ priority after New Delhi 2026. strategic-culture.su BRICS+ counterterrorism isn't a NATO rival — it's the bloc's political glue. | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | A Non-postponable go…
(2026-09-16). 5 Types of Insurance Every Contractor Needs (And Which Ones You Can Skip). moguldom.com Most contractors spend years building skills on the job, then lose everything in a single lawsuit because they didn't carry the right coverage. The gap between "I'll get to it" and "I should have gotten to it" can cost you your license, your business, and your savings. Here's what you actually need, plus an honest …
(2026-09-16). LaTosha Brown: It's Time For A Department Of Democracy [Op-Ed]. newsone.com 
Source: ROBERTO SCHMIDT / Getty | The right to vote is more than a procedural mechanism—it embodies our most sacred democratic principle: that the government derives its legitimacy from the consent of the governed. When this right is compromised, so too is the very foundation of our republic. True architects understand that foundations matter. Today, we are called to both shore up our democratic foundation and reimagine the structure built upon it. | This urgent appeal is made in the face of persistent assaults on voting rights. While there have always been efforts to roll back the clock on democratic pa…
(2026-09-15). Over $19.4 billion secured for rural construction across China in Jan-Aug. ecns.cn More than 130 billion yuan ($19.4 billion) in funding had been secured for rural construction projects across China by the end of August, CCTV News reported Tuesday.
(2026-09-16). China donates Chang'e-6 lunar samples from Moon's far side to UN. ecns.cn China formally donated lunar samples collected by the Chang'e-6mission from the Moon's far side to the United Nations on Monday. The samples are set to go on permanent display at the United Nations Office at Vienna.
(2026-09-16). Al-Mughayyir: A village under siege. aljazeera.com In al-Mughayyir, Palestinians say they are being squeezed into a smaller part of their own village in the West Bank.
(2026-09-16). Henan porcelain expands its global reach. ecns.cn Liling porcelain from central China's Hunan Province, known for its distinctive underglaze polychrome technique, is now exported to more than 150 countries and regions and has been presented as a diplomatic gift on multiple occasions.
(2026-09-16). SC seeks AGP's assistance on FCC jurisdiction over Imran Khan's hospital transfer case. tribune.com.pk 
The Supreme Court (SC) on Wednesday sought the Attorney General for Pakistan's (AGP) assistance on whether the Federal Constitutional Court (FCC) could exercise jurisdiction over a matter concerning the SC's August 18 order directing the transfer of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan from Adiala Jail to Shifa International Hospital for treatment. | The three-member SC bench summoned AGP Mansoor Usman Awan to assist it on the jurisdictional question. He told the court that "one jurisdiction cannot be exercised by two superior courts", while Justice Shahid Waheed said the bench would examine wheth…
(2026-09-16). Macklemore pledges $1m in tour earnings to Palestinian groups. aljazeera.com The rapper also challenged Robert Kraft to match the donation as fallout from his removal from Ed Sheeran's tour grows.
(2026-09-16). Confronting AI Challenge requires Int'l Cooperation, including China's. juancole.com Chicago (Special to Informed Comment; Feature) — When I taught at a university in northern Iraq, teachers would gossip about how their students would cheat on computer-based assessments. A smart student with a high grade would take an assessment using the log-in information of a friend who was failing in order to boost the failing student's average. The student who was failing would take the assessment as the smart student, who could afford a low score or two and still pass the class. That way, both students would ultimately pass the course, and their friend group would advance to the next level together. Th…
(2026-09-16). China's highest-altitude 750 kV substation transmits over 11.6 billion kWh of clean electricity in three years. ecns.cn China's highest-altitude 750-kV substation has transmitted more than 11.6 billion kilowatt-hours of clean electricity since entering operation, marking three years in service on Tuesday.
(2026-09-16). Xi urges Chinese police to remain committed to serving people with responsibility, dedication. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping has called on the country's police officers to remain committed to serving the people, be loyal guardians of the Party and the people, and demonstrate a strong sense of responsibility and dedication.
(2026-09-16). End of United Kingdom: Celtic leaders plan historic breakup, as Trump fuels Irish fire. infobrics.org For the first time, the First Ministers of Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland are jointly pushing for the end of the United Kingdom. The Cardiff pact, combined with Trump's open support for Irish reunification, raises serious questions about Britain's future, NATO's nuclear position – and Western double standards on self-determination.
(2026-09-16). US destroying international space law. infobrics.org Recent announcements regarding space weapons are worsening tensions between the US and its adversaries.
(2026-09-16). Taiz camps overflow with Yemenis fleeing fighting after Houthi offensive. aljazeera.com The recent flare-up in the Yemen conflict has seen tens of thousands of people displaced in Taiz governorate.
(2026-09-16). Zelensky attempts to sell grain export collapse as economic benefit. infobrics.org Budget committee head admits Ukraine cannot cover its own defense bill.
(2026-09-16). Data Center Builder Donates Big to Pass Proposition 45. indybay.org Measure Would Gut Community Protections on Siting Energy and Water Intensive Projects…
(2026-09-16). Saudi-led coalition intercepts Houthi drone headed for Mecca. aljazeera.com Saudi Arabia says it intercepted a drone before it entered Islam's holiest city, calling pilgrims' security a 'red line'…
(2026-09-16). House votes to end Trump's war on Iran, again. peoplesworld.org 
WASHINGTON—By a 220-204 margin, the GOP-run House for the third time defied Trump and approved a resolution to invoke the War Powers Act and bring the troops, munitions, and planes home from the conflict. With the support of 213 Democrats and seven Republicans—many of them from "swing" districts—the resolution passed Tuesday evening. The other 204 …
(2026-09-16). SF Opera Orchestra on strike and walking a picket line. indybay.org SF Opera Orchestra are on strike and walking a picket line!
(2026-09-16). Common Mistakes to Avoid When Choosing a Business Address Solution. moguldom.com Picking the wrong business address solution can cost you more than money — it can damage your credibility with clients, create compliance headaches, and leave you locked into a service that doesn't fit how you actually work. And yet, many Australian business owners make their choice in a hurry, prioritising speed or a low price …
(2026-09-16). 25 Years After 9/11, the Deportation Machine Has Exploded. portside.org 25 Years After 9/11, the Deportation Machine Has Exploded |
(2026-09-16). Ulta Beauty Urged To Remove Flock Safety Cameras From Stores. scheerpost.com Alexandra Martinez Prism A national gender justice organization is escalating a campaign against Ulta Beauty over the cosmetics retailer's use of automated license-plate reader (ALPR) cameras made by the surveillance company Flock Safety, arguing that it threatens customer privacy and could disproportionately harm women and gender-expansive people. UltraViolet, a women-led gender justice organization, launched its "Drop Flock" …
(2026-09-16). Exceptional Hatred: Free Speech, Fear, and the Fight Over Jewish Identity in America. scheerpost.com For decades, the American political establishment has treated antisemitism as a moral absolute—something that must be confronted wherever it appears. It should be. But what happens when the language meant to combat hatred is itself turned into a political weapon? In this edition of Scheer Intelligence, Robert Scheer speaks with James Loeffler, a Johns Hopkins …
(2026-09-16). Saturday 9/19: Bookstore & Chocolate Crawl. indybay.org We will meet at Mission: Comics & Art or Bolerium Books on Mission Street in San Francisco. After this combined stop, we will walk a defined route together, ending at Fabulosa Books in The Castro.
(2026-09-16). Ilya Budraitskis: People Who Think Differently. newleftreview.org Ilya Budraitskis on Benjamin Nathans, To the Success of Our Hopeless Cause. Compelling account of the friendship networks of 1960s Russian human-rights activists, singled out from the more heterogeneous world of late-Soviet opposition.
(2026-09-16). Samson, Abhishek and Reddy seal India's series win. tribune.com.pk 
Sanju Samson unleashed a blistering fifty as India whipped Afghanistan by seven wickets on Tuesday to take an unassailable 2-0 lead in their three-match T20I series in Delhi. | Samson smashed 57 from just 22 balls, including seven fours and four sixes, while Abhishek Sharma struck 39 from 19 as India raced to 100 inside eight overs after Afghanistan had posted 159 for eight. | Ishan Kishan finished unbeaten on 38 from 23 balls and Tilak Varma made 15 not out as India reached chased the target in 14.5 overs. | Afghanistan's bowlers struggled to contain India's explosive start, with Rashid Khan taking three wick…
(2026-09-16). Speaker Johnson Cancels Thursday House Session, Pushing Hegseth Impeachment Vote Until After Midterms. news.antiwar.com House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) announced he has canceled a planned House session for Thursday, sending lawmakers for an early seven-week recess and pushing back a vote to impeach US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth until after the midterm elections. Rep. Thomas Massie (R-KY), who introduced the resolution to impeach Hegseth, suspected Johnson might take …
(2026-09-16). Israeli soldiers rappel from helicopter in occupied West Bank. aljazeera.com Israeli forces rappelled from a helicopter onto the roof of a residential building in Yatta, in the occupied West Bank.
(2026-09-16). FQ-42 Vengeance Fighter Drone Program Update. twz.com 
It is stunning to see the impact the USAF's Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) program has made on discourse surrounding the future of the Air Force since it was officially announced. There is still much to prove regarding the concept, but testing is accelerating and the USAF now plans on
(2026-09-16). Pakistan target Asiad hockey final. tribune.com.pk 
After finishing at the 11th spot in the recently concluded FIH World Cup in the Netherlands and Belgium, Pakistan men's hockey team will be desperately looking to finish on the victory podium in the men's hockey event of the 20th Asian Games in Japan. | The Asiad is going to formally open on September 19 in Aichi-Nagoya, and organisers have already set up a cruise ship to house 4,000 athletes and officials due to accommodation issues. | Ranked 12th in the world, it would be a testing event for the Green-shirts to do something extraordinary and finish at the top. | However, Pakistan chief selector and former Ol…
(2026-09-16). People you choose to defend or attack reveals your politics. indybay.org Gloria Steinem was a CIA funded operative who supported US imperialist war crimes against people of the world and now she is lauded by those like KPFA management who claim to be anti-war…
(2026-09-16). US on Track for Record Oil Output in 2026. wattsupwiththat.com Thank heaven for America!
(2026-09-16). Shanghai dragon boat invitational draws teams from 14 countries and regions. ecns.cn The 15th Shanghai World Chinese Dragon Boat Invitational was held from Sept. 10 to 14 in Qingpu District, Shanghai, drawing 20 teams and more than 400 athletes from 14 countries and regions.
(2026-09-16). Surviving Trump: Trump Loses And Whines On Mail-In Voting, Kennedy Center, And More [Op-Ed]. newsone.com 
Source: Anadolu / Getty | Aaaaand we're back for another round of Surviving Trump, our regular column that lists the latest slate of President Donald Trump's big, beautiful blunders, buffoonery, and big-baby blathering sessions, because if we must endure the clown in the White House, we might as well come together to laugh at him. | Let's get into it… | You've Got Mail-in Voting: | This week, we reported that
(2026-09-16). A rare Keith Haring mural is close to making preservation history in Philly. whyy.org Have a question about Philly's neighborhoods or the systems that shape them? PlanPhilly reporters want to hear from you! A rare Keith Haring mural in Point Breeze is one step away from becoming a city landmark — and making a bit of Philadelphia history. | An advisory group of the Philadelphia Historical Commission unanimously approved the
(2026-09-16). Massie Moves to Force Impeachment Vote Against Hegseth, Citing Civilian Deaths. scheerpost.com By Sharon Zhang This article was originally published by Truthout The Republican lawmaker cited incidents like the US's elementary school massacre in Minab, Iran, early in the war. Rep. Thomas Massie (R-Kentucky) has moved to force an impeachment vote against Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, introducing eight articles on the House floor accusing Hegseth of …
(2026-09-16). WHYY Newscast for Wednesday 4:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-09-15). Hainan in south China allocates $2.7 million in disaster relief funds amid heavy rains. ecns.cn Heavy to torrential rains have recently hit the southeastern part of Hainan in South China under the combined influence of a tropical depression over the South China Sea and cold air, with some townships experiencing exceptionally heavy rainfall.
(2026-09-16). Could This Proposal Finally Put a Stop to Secret Deputy Gangs In the L.A. County Sheriff's Department? lataco.com Since 1973, 27 gangs or subgroups have been identified through lawsuits and reports compiled by the department's independent oversight bodies.
(2026-09-16). A Delayed Yes Can Be More Honest. moguldom.com Most people think honesty lives in the words themselves. Say yes if you mean yes. Say no if you mean no. Simple. But in real life, honesty often shows up one step earlier, in the pause before the answer. A fast yes can sound warm, generous, and easy. It can also be wildly inaccurate. We …
(2026-09-16). Is this how NATO-Russia war starts? 'Reckless' Moscow fires flares at Denmark's helicopter | Putin. hindustantimes.com Tensions between Russia and NATO have flared in the Baltic Sea after Denmark accused a Russian frigate of firing signal flares at a Danish military helicopter during a routine sortie. Copenhagen condemned the incident as reckless intimidation, while Moscow blamed the Danish pilots and called their actions provocative, raising fresh concerns over a potential escalation in the Baltic.
(2026-09-16). Defend the MN 15! Organizing is Not a Crime! (Madison Event 10/4/26). wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-09-16). Sexual violence: An invisible global crisis. icrc.org An ICRC special appeal…
(2026-09-16). Huge public sector strike votes in Ireland. wsws.org Around 200,000 public sector workers in Ireland have voted for strike action in pursuit of improvements in their pay and conditions. More are anticipated in the weeks ahead.
(2026-09-16). As Trial Begins In Vermont, Palestinian Shooting Victims Remain Brave. popularresistance.org On September 14, 2026, the attempted murder trial of Jason Eaton opened in Burlington, Vermont. Eaton is accused of shooting three young Palestinian men in that city on November 25, 2023 and has pled not guilty by reason of insanity. The mental fitness of the three victims, however, is unquestionable after hearing their testimony on Monday. And so is their moral fortitude. | Hisham Awartani, Kinnan Abdalhamid, and Tahseen Aliahmad grew up together in Ramallah, Palestine, where they were classmates in a Quaker School. In 2023 they were all students at various colleges in the northeastern United States, with either…
(2026-09-16). Tianjin to launch scenario innovation platform at 2026 private enterprise investment fair. ecns.cn The 2026 China Private Enterprise Investment and Financing Fair will be held in Tianjin from Sept. 22 to 23, the Information Office of the Tianjin Municipal People's Government announced at a press briefing on Monday.
(2026-09-16). New DHS Report From Skewers Alligator Alcatraz As Inhumane, Especially 'Calming Areas' The Size Of Animal Cages. newsone.com 
Source: Joe Raedle / Getty | The open-air prison camp for immigrant detention in Florida—officially named the Florida Soft-Sided Facility, but known colloquially as "Alligator Alcatraz"—was not fit for human habitation, even by the standards of ICE, the Department of Homeland Security said in a report released on Monday. | The DHS Office of Inspector General (OIG), an internal watchdog group, The state-run facility,…
(2026-09-16). More than 20 US senators introduce privileged resolution seeking report on West Bank violence. tribune.com.pk 
More than 20 United States senators led by Jeanne Shaheen, Chris Van Hollen, Tim Kaine and Bernie Sanders introduced a privileged resolution Monday seeking a State Department report on violence in the occupied West Bank, including the deaths of American citizens. | The resolution, introduced under Section 502B(c) of the Foreign Assistance Act, would require the State Department to provide Congress with information about investigations into the killings of US citizens in the West Bank by illegal Israeli occupiers or Israeli security forces. | It would also seek an assessment of the human rights situation in the…
(2026-09-16). UW Madison, September 16, 2026: Fired for Pro-Palestine Speech; Tom Alter. wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-09-16). The making of "Bucks County, USA" whyy.org Award-winning filmmakers Robert May and Barry Levinson join Studio 2 to discuss their new documentary series. | Homes in Bucks County, Pa. (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)…
(2026-09-16). In Sweden, many breathe sigh of relief as far right suffers election losses. aljazeera.com The election is tight, but one result is clear: the Sweden Democrats' bid to turn hate into votes failed.
(2026-09-16). Sudan gold mine collapse kills at least 60: survivors. geo.tv Gold mine workers climb out from a local mine in Al-Ibedia locality at River Nile State. — Reuters/FileA gold mine collapsed in southern Sudan, killing at least 60 people, two survivors told AFP on Wednesday, while many more are missing and feared dead under the rubble.Since…
(2026-09-16). Sri Lankan star Rumesh Pathirage's javelin broken ahead of Asian Games. aljazeera.com Pathirage's javelins, which he used to throw world-best distance, were broken on his flight back from Budapest.
(2026-09-16). Elected Officials Face Reckoning Over Their Collusion With Big AI. scheerpost.com Stephanie Jordan and Mary Armas, In These Times. Across the country, Americans from all stripes are calling on politicians to dump Big Tech. A majority of Americans want to put a stop to the profit-driven artificial intelligence (AI) agenda being pushed onto all of us by a handful of powerful tech corporations. Across the country, people …
(2026-09-16). A new Washington colossus. strategic-culture.su The excitement In Washington is palpable with the announcement that President Donald Trump has a new project to help beautify the city on top of the huge banners bearing his image festooning the fronts of government buildings, his billion dollar White House fortified ballroom, the paving of the rose garden, the enlarging of the helicopter landing pad, the soon to be demolished and renamed "Trump"-Kennedy Center, the renaming of the "Trump" Institute of Peace, and the soon to be started Trump-fal Arch being constructed between the Lincoln Memorial and Arlington National Cemetery.
(2026-09-16). Friday 9/18: Overpass Visibility Dance Party I-80 Berkeley. indybay.org University Avenue pedestrian overpass (I-80 Berkeley)…
(2026-09-15). Astana light rail carries about 70,000 passengers a day four months after launch. ecns.cn Astana's light rail system, Central Asia's first urban light rail, is carrying an average of about 70,000 passengers a day four months after entering operation, Kazinform reported Wednesday, citing Kazakhstan's Interior Ministry.
(2026-09-16). A Postseason On The Brink: How The WNBA Officiating Crisis Threatens To Ruin The Playoffs [Op-Ed]. newsone.com 
Source: Icon Sportswire / Getty | As the regular WNBA season quickly comes to a close and the playoffs come into view, we need to talk about the referees. | Let's start with the league. The WNBA's refusal to invest in a full-time officiating staff has left The stakes are too high for WNBA refereeing to remain in its curre…
(2026-09-16). Tuesday 9/15: Demand SF City Hall Address the AI Threat to Public Safety. indybay.org San Francisco City Hall (Polk b/w McAllister and Grove)…
(2026-09-16). As schools reopen, millions of kids find themselves shut out. peoplesworld.org 
WASHINGTON—With U.S. schools now starting classes, the cruelty of President Donald Trump's dismantling of the Education Department is now obvious to millions of children and their families as they suffer the consequences. Feeling the pain, students, parents, teachers, lawmakers and unions descended on Capitol Hill this week to decry the cuts resulting from the dismantling …
(2026-09-16). Saturday 10/3: African Arts Festival. indybay.org Great Lawn, Yerba Buena Gardens | Mission St. between 3rd & 4th Sts. | San Francisco, CA…
(2026-09-16). Modi-led India govt under fire over 'vegetarian-only menu' at Brics summit. geo.tv Heads of delegations pose for a family photo on day two of the Brics Summit in New Delhi, India, September 13, 2026. — ReutersNarendra Modi-led Indian government has come under strong criticism over its decision to serve an entirely vegetarian menu to heads of state and other…
(2026-09-16). Sunday 9/27: "The Bay VS The Billionaires" Panel Discussion and Fundraiser. indybay.org SF Mime Troupe Studio | 855 Treat Ave. SF, CA 94110…
(2026-09-16). The Autonomous Self Cult: Ayah and the Inevitability of "Muslim Feminism" muslimskeptic.com You may have come across some of the recent controversy surrounding a TikTok creator known as "Ayah's Voice." She has become the subject of intense conversation on various social media platforms including X. I do not use TikTok myself, but from what I've seen circulating online, she appears to command a somewhat substantial audience, likely …
(2026-09-15). Jilin streamlines tax refund services to boost inbound consumption. ecns.cn Jilin Province has streamlined departure tax refund services, with transactions surging 277 percent year on year and refund volume up 170 percent, the provincial commerce department said.
(2026-09-16). The Politics of Shared Scarcity. moderndiplomacy.eu Five weeks before the war against Iran began, the Pentagon published a strategy warning that the United States could find itself facing simultaneous major conflicts across several theaters. The 2026 National Defense Strategy, released on 23 January, gives the problem an unusually explicit name: simultaneity. One or more adversaries might coordinate their actions, but coordination …
(2026-09-16). Tourism growth reflects confidence in South Africa. sanews.gov.za Tourism growth reflects confidence in South Africa | By Nomonde Mnukwa ⚪ September is a significant month in South Africa, marked by commemorations that celebrate our identity, heritage, service and national development. | Tourism Month offers an opportunity to celebrate South Africa's rich cultural heritage, breathtaking landscapes and diverse tourism experiences, while reflecting on the sector's contribution to economic growth, job creation and nation-building. ⚪ Tourism remains one of South Africa's key economic sectors, supporting businesses and livelihoods across the country. From accommodation establishm…
(2026-09-16). Ningbo cross-sea rail line draws huge crowds on free trial day. ecns.cn Ningbo Rail Transit Line 12, a cross-sea suburban railway in Ningbo, east China's Zhejiang Province, launched a six-day free trial run on Monday, drawing large crowds and prompting the operator to issue crowd control advisories.
(2026-09-16). Zhejiang mooncakes gain overseas popularity ahead of Mid-Autumn Festival. ecns.cn As the Mid-Autumn Festival draws near, mooncake production and sales are in full swing in Wenzhou and Taizhou, Zhejiang Province, where local manufacturers are boosting domestic supply while expanding into overseas markets.
(2026-09-16). NBC News helicopter crashes in Los Angeles while covering bus accident, 3 killed. ptcnews.tv Los Angeles: Three persons were killed after a news helicopter operated for NBC4 and Telemundo 52 crashed in Los Angeles on Tuesday evening while covering a separate road accident in the Chatsworth area.The helicopter went down shortly before 7 pm local time near a storage facility in Chatsworth, in the San Fernando Valley. The aircraft caught fire after crashing between commercial buildings, damaging several vehicles and storage containers nearby.The two persons aboard the helicopter were identified as aerial reporter and photographer Eliana Moreno and pilot George Marciniw, both employees of Angel City Air. A…
(2026-09-15). 13th Beijing Xiangshan Forum opens. ecns.cn Chinese Defense Minister Dong Jun delivers a speech at the opening ceremony of the 13th Beijing Xiangshan Forum on Sept. 16, 2026.
(2026-09-16). Immigrants Didn't Take Your Health Care. ICE Did. otherwords.org The cost of health care just keeps going up — and millions of Americans are set to lose coverage. | Under the GOP's so-called "Big Beautiful Bill," Instead, that money is going toward tax cuts for the rich plus record budgets for ICE and the Pentagon. Immigrants…
(2026-09-16). Courtney Teasley: Breaking The Cycle Of Incarceration. scheerpost.com Mansa Musa TRNN After running a historic campaign to unseat a criminal court judge for the first time in Nashville, Courtney Teasley created the legal education company emeffen to inform working-class communities about their civil rights. From combating police abuse to supporting vulnerable populations targeted by the criminal justice system, Teasley is a business and …
(2026-09-15). China's Zhuque-2E rocket launches 10 satellites in one go. ecns.cn Chinese private rocket company LandSpace launched 10 satellites on Tuesday, marking the first time a Chinese private rocket firm undertaking a launch mission for a large satellite internet constellation.
(2026-09-16). 2026 Global Sustainable Transport Forum to be held in Beijing. ecns.cn China's Ministry of Transport will host the 2026 Global Sustainable Transport Forum (2026) in Beijing from Sept. 22 to 23. The event aims to build international consensus and advance global cooperation in the sector.
(2026-09-16). Human rights lawyer Noura Erakat arrested at hearing against Israel Bonds. aljazeera.com Palestinian human rights lawyer Noura Erakat was arrested in Florida after speaking against an Israel Bonds investment.
(2026-09-16). PM sets three-month deadline for PIMS safety overhaul after inquiry finds 'systemic failures'. tribune.com.pk 
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday ordered authorities to complete proposed measures to improve the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS), including its fire safety system, within three months after an audit found the hospital had achieved only 39.7 per cent compliance against the acceptable target, the Prime Minister's Office said. | "Implementation of the short-term measures proposed in the inquiry report should be ensured within the next three months," PM Shehbaz said. | The prime minister issued the directives during a meeting in Islamabad to review the PIMS inquiry report released a day ea…
(2026-09-16). ACLU Back-To-School Bookshelf 2026: Artists, Authors, and Creators Share Their Favorite Reads About Civil Liberties. aclu.org In our series, the ACLU has teamed up with artists, authors, Hachette Book Group, and content creators to share books that have helped them better understand civil liberties and civil rights, fight for our communities and our Constitution, and increase engagement in creating a more perfect union.
(2026-09-16). Palestine documentary 'American Doctor' packs Chicago's Gene Siskel theater. peoplesworld.org 
CHICAGO—The award-winning documentary "American Doctor" closed a three-night run at the Gene Siskel Film Center here recently with a full house and a standing ovation. There wasn't a dry eye in the room: To one side, a middle-aged woman sniffled quietly; to the other, an elderly man's tears poured down his long face. "American Doctor" …
(2026-09-16). Three Gorges Reservoir water level reaches 160 meters. ecns.cn Water storage at the Three Gorges Reservoir continued, with the water level rising to 160 meters on Tuesday.
(2026-09-16). WHYY Newscast for Wednesday 6:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-09-16). Turkish government escalates crackdown on left-wing parties, LGBTQ+ associations and media outlets. wsws.org Over three days, police raided LGBTQ+ associations in 15 provinces, hundreds of social media accounts were blocked and 39 leftists were detained, including the SYKP co-chair.
(2026-09-16). A Pragmatic UK—China Axis Against the Fragmenting World Economy. unitedworldint.com By Mehmet Enes Be≈üer First of all, it is necessary to emphasize that no "loyalty test" for the United Kingdom concerning China and the choice between business realism and geopolitics should apply in this situation. Britain could try developing a much more rational relationship with China where its real potential, i.e., the ability to play …
(2026-09-16). The trail of Osama Bin Laden and Saudis leading to 911. indybay.org The World Trade Center under attack during 911.
(2026-09-16). Industrial Base Concerns Over Building F/A-XX And F-47 Remain: Top Pentagon Procurement Officer. twz.com 
Gen. Dale White says while the F-47 will fly by 2028, doing F/A-XX at the same time is concerning, but that's not unique to just next gen fighters.
(2026-09-16). Saudi Arabia cancels oil to Europe over East-West pipeline blast. aljazeera.com Saudi Arabia has cancelled some oil deliveries to Europe after attacks shut down its export pipeline to the Red Sea.
(2026-09-16). Former Kosovo President Hashim Thaci faces verdict for alleged war crimes. aljazeera.com Prosecutors have requested a 45-year jail sentence for Thaci and three wartime commanders accused of war crimes.
(2026-09-16). Tornado damages school in Hainan, no casualties reported. ecns.cn A suspected EF0 tornado struck Wanning, Hainan Province, at around 10: 25 a.m. Monday, damaging facilities at the Wanning Experimental School of Beijing Normal University but causing no casualties, local authorities said.
(2026-09-16). Farmers may bear brunt of Canada-U.S. trade war. peoplesworld.org 
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(2026-09-16). Fired Immigration Judge Files Whistleblower Lawsuit. scheerpost.com Kevin Gosztola, The Dissenter. Challenged ICE Arrest Of Unaccompanied Child. A former United States immigration judge says she objected to ICE agents who "unlawfully detained an unaccompanied minor who had just been in her courtroom," and then she was fired. A former United States immigration judge says she objected to ICE agents who "unlawfully detained an …
(2026-09-16). U.S. journalist says Tibetans enjoy literacy gains, freedom of belief after Peaceful Liberation. ecns.cn Are Tibetans able to practice their own religion? Are they able to speak and use their own language? Are they able to preserve their own culture alongside Chinese culture? The answers from Jason Smith, an American journalist, —are all "Yes."
(2026-09-16). China's carbon market trades over 900 million metric tons in first eight months of 2026. ecns.cn The 2026 China Carbon Market Conference was held on Tuesday in Wuhan, Hubei Province, where the National Carbon Market Development Report (2026) was released.
(2026-09-16). Lebanon: Humanitarian needs remain acute amid continued uncertainty. icrc.org April-September 2026…
(2026-09-16). ICRC president: Urgent steps needed to de-escalate hostilities in Middle East. icrc.org The following is a statement from ICRC President Mirjana Spoljaric on the widening of hostilities in the Middle East:…
(2026-09-16). A hollow show of unity at the BRICS summit. wsws.org The BRICS declaration called for peace and cooperation and criticised the use of unilateral tariffs and economic sanctions but failed to name US imperialism as the chief author of escalating international economic and military conflict.
(2026-09-16). Hanson's 'two-way street' and the underbelly of male violence. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-09-16). In Danger Of Statelessness, Bhutanese Refugees Build Power Against Deportation. scheerpost.com T.P. Mishra Waging Nonviolence As ICE pursues resettled refugees who have no country to return to, Bhutanese communities are turning the threat of deportation into collective action. When Robin Gurung was 3 years old, his family was forced out of Bhutan. Today, as a 37-year-old organizer and co-founder of Asian Refugees United, or ARU, the reality of …
(2026-09-16). Republican US senator slams Trump vaccine policy amid rising measles deaths. aljazeera.com US Senator Bill Cassidy presses Trump's pick for surgeon general on views over vaccines, public health.
(2026-09-15). U.S. scholar calls on dialogue for governance of differences in emerging technologies. ecns.cn At the 13th Beijing Xiangshan Forum, David Santoro, president and CEO of the Pacific Forum, called on the United States and China to engage in dialogue and establish mechanisms to better jointly govern emerging technologies. (Zhang Dongfang, Diao Wei, Huang Fang, Xu Junjie)…
(2026-09-16). Belt and Road Initiative — blueprint for better future of the entire world, part I. infobrics.org The cultural and economic exchange between BRI countries demonstrates that nobody needs to dominate and that nations can learn from each other in a civilized (i.e., peaceful) manner. Drago Bosnic, independent geopolitical and military analyst.
(2026-09-16). PM condemns 'dastardly and heinous' attempted drone attack on Makkah, reaffirms support for Saudi Arabia. tribune.com.pk 
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday condemned a 'dastardly and heinous' attempted Houthi drone attack on Makkah, saying Pakistan stood firmly with Saudi Arabia in protecting its sovereignty and the sanctity of the Haramain Sharifain. | "I condemn in the strongest possible terms the dastardly and heinous attempted drone attack against the Holy Site of Makkah Al-Mukarramah. Pakistan stands unwaveringly, shoulder to shoulder with the brotherly Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, in the defence of its sovereignty and territorial integrity, as well as for the security and sanctity of the Haramain Sharifain – a duty tha…
(2026-09-16). Protest marches against the far-right AfD in Berlin: "Capitalism is the biggest problem" wsws.org The parties now promising to stop the AfD are the ones that cleared its path to power. Only an independent movement of the working class against war and capitalism can halt it.
(2026-09-16). Benjamin Kunkel: The New National Question. newleftreview.org As globalization stalls, what possibilities might national-economic policy open up for the left? Benjamin Kunkel weighs the claims of its Marxist, Polanyian and psychoanalytic interpreters, asking whether the re-politicization of the economy might be joined to a renewed internationalism, adequate to ecological crisis.
(2026-09-16). UPS worker Paul Roberts killed on the job 13 days before retirement. wsws.org Roberts is the latest in a series of UPS workers to die on the job, as the company carries out a massive restructuring effort which has axed tens of thousands of jobs.
(2026-09-16). Delaware health officials warn residents of possible measles exposure in Rehoboth Beach, Sussex County. whyy.org What are journalists missing from the state of Delaware? What would you most like WHYY News to cover? Delaware health officials are sounding the alarm after an out-of-state visitor with measles spent time in Sussex County earlier this month. | The state's Division of Public Health was notified that the individual visited an unknown number of stores and restaurants in the greater Rehoboth Beach area Sept. 4. Officials said the person was not showing symptoms at the time but was believed to be contagious. | Because the state could not confirm all the locations the person visit…
(2026-09-16). Saturday 9/19: 50 Years Since the Death of Mao Zedong and the Defeat of Socialism in China. indybay.org Revolution Books | 2444 Durant Avenue | Berkeley, CA…
(2026-09-16). Striking AFM 6 SF Opera Musicians Perform In Robin Williams Meadow In Golden Gate Park. indybay.org Striking AFM 6 opera musicians were forced on strike after concession demands by the management of the opera. They preformed at Robin Williams Meadow after the Opera In The Park was cancelled by management because of the strike they caused.
(2026-09-16). For checkpoint and settler attack news, Palestinians tune into the radio. aljazeera.com Palestinians in the West Bank navigate Israeli road closures and attacks with help from a local radio station.
(2026-09-16). PSX slips over 600 points as oil retreats, sector sell-off weighs on sentiment. tribune.com.pk 
Sentiment reversed at the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) on Wednesday as the KSE-100 Index opened in negative territory and remained in the red, with selling pressure spreading across major sectors amid weaker oil prices and lingering Middle East supply disruptions. | The benchmark fell to 168,998.17, down 394.15 points, or 0.23%, at 9: 33am, before extending losses to 168,681.73, down 710.59 points, or 0.42%. It later recovered slightly to 168,784.81, down 607.51 points, or 0.36%, at 12: 38pm. | The index moved between an intraday high of 169,382.01 and a low of 168,334.74, while trading volume stood at 61.66 mi…
(2026-09-15). Technology and culture go hand in hand, people-centered cities have warmth: Cypriot Ambassador praises E China's Jiangsu. ecns.cn Recently, the "Explore People-Centered Cities: China's Governance, Global Engagement (Shanghai and Jiangsu)" event, organized by China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, invited foreign diplomatic envoys to visiting multiple sites such as the Humble Administrator's Garden and Suzhou Industrial Park in Suzhou City, East China's Jiangsu Province, to gain an in-depth understanding of local traditional intangible cultural heritage and the practical achievements of China's people-centered urban governance philosophy.
(2026-09-16). Canada's role in the disastrous 'War on Terror' should not be celebrated. mronline.org 
The wrong lessons from the war in Afghanistan.
(2026-09-16). How to Invest in Business Safety Wisely. moguldom.com Safety in business settings is crucial. Whether you run a small startup or a large company, investing in safety measures can improve your bottom line and your employees' well-being. High-profile incidents and increased awareness of workplace security show why comprehensive safety strategies are essential. The challenge is figuring out where to focus your resources for …
(2026-09-16). Macklemore's tour cancellation shows why celebrities don't criticize Israel. mronline.org 
American oligarchs kicking an artist off a tour for supporting Palestine is a very in-your-face illustration of why mainstream culture is so vapid and fake these days.
(2026-09-16). The Hug Act is Now on Gov. Gavin Desk. But will He Sign It? indybay.org New California bill makes it a right for parents to hug their incarcerated children in juvenile facilities. Currently, facilities have discretion on what type of contact parents and children can engage in.
(2026-09-16). List of 'Weak Links' Accusers for the "Crooked Skeptic Climate Scientists" Accusation — Summary for Policymakers. wattsupwiththat.com These are the chain of people one increment back from the main promulgators who've pushed the false accusation about 'shill skeptic scientist on Big Oil's payroll who were directed to reposition global warming as theory' ever since the 1990s.
(2026-09-16). Spain, the United Kingdom and Israel's global crisis role! unitedworldint.com By Adem Kƒ±lƒ±àß, Political Scientist Two developments in Europe that appear to be independent of each other are taking place remarkably at the same time. In Spain, the Sanchez government has faced one of the country's most severe political crises in recent years following the approximately 70,000-person refugee influx into Ceuta on July 30-31. Now, …
(2026-09-16). New Jersey election 2026: What to know about the 1st Congressional District race between Donald Norcross and Damon Galdo. whyy.org In the Here's What's at stake in the race?: | All 435 seats in the U.S. House are up for election. The magic number to win a majority is 218. Republicans currently control the c…
(2026-09-16). Jilin Province upgrades tax refund services as inbound spending surges. ecns.cn Jilin Province in northeast China has upgraded tax refund services for overseas travelers as inbound spending gains momentum, with transaction volumes and refund amounts rising sharply this year.
(2026-09-16). China begins construction of major offshore oil and gas project for Qatar. ecns.cn Construction of a major offshore oil and gas engineering project for Qatar's Bul Hanine oilfield began on Monday in Qingdao, east China's Shandong Province, according to Offshore Oil Engineering Co., Ltd (COOEC).
(2026-09-15). China-Russia visa-free policy boosts cross-border travel. ecns.cn Manzhouli Port in north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region has handled 753,000 trips by Russian travelers since China introduced a trial visa-free policy for holders of ordinary Russian passports, up 51.2% year on year, according to the Manzhouli Immigration Inspection Station.
(2026-09-15). Hong Kong unveils 1st five-year plan for economic, social development. ecns.cn The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) unveils its first five-year plan for economic and social development (2026-2030) on Sept. 16, 2026.
(2026-09-16). Saturday 9/19: AI, Technology, Fascism & The Future Of Labor: A UFCLP Forum. indybay.org Register in advance for this meeting: | us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/a-sH0Se……
(2026-09-16). Inside a Palestinian family's agonizing decision to abandon their home under threat of Israeli settler violence. mondoweiss.net 
For three generations, Ali Abu Khdeir's family lived in the home his grandfather built in Deir Jarir until Israeli settlers made staying too dangerous. Now residents fear that their families are next.
(2026-09-16). WHYY Newscast for Wednesday 5:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-09-16). USAF Assessing Feasibility Of Restarting C-17 Production As Part Of Its Future Airlift Vision. twz.com 
(2026-09-16). Australia: 600 jobs slashed at Whyalla steelworks. wsws.org Labor government-appointed administrator KordaMentha announced Monday that efforts to repair and restart the plant's 60-year-old blast furnace would be permanently abandoned.
(2026-09-16). Houthis harden Red Sea foothold, Riyadh promises retaliation, Egypt backs call. geo.tv Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi receives Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman upon his arrival in Cairo on September 15, 2026.— Reuters
(2026-09-16). No police, no dogs, no undercover agents in our plants! wsws.org There is a direct line from the Ford Service Department company thugs of the 1920s and 1930s to the Global Security Task Force of 2026.
(2026-09-16). Israel and Morocco agree to open embassies, upgrading diplomatic ties. aljazeera.com Both sides agreed to expand air travel and resume direct commercial flights.
(2026-09-16). Covert Pentagon Propagandists Are Tracking Anti-War Americans, Skirting The Law. scheerpost.com Wyatt Reed The Grayzone When a semi-anonymous social media user declared that the federal government had targeted her in a bizarre entrapment scheme, the paranoid claim snowballed into a more disturbing revelation: the Pentagon appears to be breaking the law by paying conservative influencers to track, surveil, and propagandize Americans. Who else is involved in the …
(2026-09-16). Is US health care too broken to cure cancer? aljazeera.com Ted Okon tells Al Jazeera that even with a cure, the US wouldn't be able to treat everyone with cancer.
(2026-09-16). DRC-Rwanda: Can Geneva talks break the cycle of war in eastern Congo? aljazeera.com M23 controls large parts of eastern DRC as Kinshasa and Kigali remain divided over security and sovereignty.
(2026-09-16). President Zardari approves Tamgha-e-Shujaat for PIMS nurse Razia Noreen. tribune.com.pk 
President Asif Ali Zardari on Wednesday approved the conferment of the Tamgha-e-Shujaat upon Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) staff nurse Razia Noreen, who demonstrated exceptional courage by risking her life to rescue the sole surviving child during a fire incident at the hospital. | On August 26, 14 newborns were killed after a fire broke out on the third floor of the Mother and Child Hospital at PIMS in Islamabad, triggering widespread outrage and demands from people and political parties for action against those responsible. The prime minister had approved the conferment of the Sitara-e-Khidma…
(2026-09-16). What a "Temporary Removal" of Negro Bar, Sacramento County means to CA Gold Rush Heritage. indybay.org Restoring the authentic 1854 Negro Bar townsite and recognizing the regions early leaders such as Sacramento County's first Board Chair, who operated the Negro Bar Hotel and Store and supported the largest Chinatown, Gaam Saan, outside of San Francisco…
(2026-09-16). Canada study visa rules change: Students must show more funds from September 1. ptcnews.tv PTC Web Desk: Students from Punjab and other parts of India planning to study in Canada will have to meet a higher financial requirement from September 1, 2026. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has updated the amount of money international students must show as proof of funds while applying for a study permit.Under the revised rules, a student travelling alone to Canada will have to show at least CAD 23,448 to cover one year of living expenses. Depending on the exchange rate, this comes to around Rs 15-17 lakh. The amount is meant to cover expenses such as accommodation, food and other basic l…
(2026-09-16). Anthropic CEO didn't foresee the speed of global AI growth. aljazeera.com Anthropic's CEO says he 'didn't appreciate' the speed with which AI's growth would underpin the global economy.
(2026-09-16). Why Ro Khanna and AOC Should Run for President in 2028. indybay.org Antidote to demagogues and corporate militarists…
(2026-09-16). Social Development offers counselling, psycho-social support to Moselakgomo family. sanews.gov.za Social Development offers counselling, psycho-social support to Moselakgomo family | Department of Social Development (DSD) Minister Dina Pule has visited the family of 38-year-old runner, Elizabeth "Tsontso" Moselakgomo, who was murdered in Ekurhuleni last weekend. ⚪ Moselakgomo is one of eight women whose bodies have been discovered in Ekurhuleni between July and September this year. ⚪ She had gone on a run and was reported missing by her eight-year-old daughter. ⚪ "The death of any woman under such tragic circumstances is deeply distressing. Our hearts go out especially to Elizabeth's young daughter, who ha…
(2026-09-16). Carlo Ginzburg & Perry Anderson: Correspondence. newleftreview.org The death of Carlo Ginzburg in Bologna this June has robbed intellectual history of one of its most original practitioners. Perry Anderson, a colleague and friend, introduces the first of a two-part selection of exchanges between them, ranging across politics, war, religion, philology, history.
(2026-09-15). Digital tools enable 80% of Shenzhen grid inspection tasks to be conducted remotely. ecns.cn About 80 percent of field inspection tasks in Shenzhen can now be conducted remotely, China Southern Power Grid said Tuesday at the 2026 International Digital Energy Expo.
(2026-09-16). Judge Blocks ICE From Threatening Man Over Mean Email [Op-Ed]. newsone.com 
(2026-09-16). Seoul court orders North Korea to pay $32.5m for blowing up office. aljazeera.com Pyongyang blew up the Inter-Korean Liaison Office building in June 2020 after days of rising tensions.
(2026-09-16). Trump EPA to strip greenhouse gas limits for power plants, a key Biden climate policy. mronline.org 
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency will revoke limits on greenhouse gas emissions from power plants that run on coal and natural gas, according to regulatory documents Administrator Lee Zeldin signed Monday.
(2026-09-16). Katz defeats Shulli in Delaware's Republican primary election for U.S. Senate. whyy.org What questions do you have about the 2026 elections? What major issues do you want candidates to address? Dr. Mike Katz is moving forward as the 2026 Republican nominee for Katz will face off…
(2026-09-16). WHYY Newscast for Wednesday 11:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest and local headlines from WHYY.
(2026-09-16). Police detain three women over alleged abduction of newborn from PIMS. tribune.com.pk 
Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT) Police recovered a newborn safely and detained three women after responding to a reported abduction of the baby from Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) late on Tuesday night. | An official told APP on Wednesday that the Karachi Company Police Station team took immediate action after receiving information that a newborn had allegedly been taken from PIMS Hospital. The police recovered the child safely and took three women into custody for questioning. | According to the initial investigation, the women allegedly approached the baby's mother and gained access to the n…
(2026-09-16). News helicopter crash in Los Angeles kills three, injures one. aljazeera.com NBC Los Angeles helicopter crashes while covering deadly metro bus collision from the air.
(2026-09-16). Trump's torture boxes for immigrant detainees: Guantánamo Bay comes to America. wsws.org From the torture cages in Florida to the killings in Minneapolis, the state is turning methods used against "enemies abroad" on those it treats as "the enemy within."
(2026-09-16). ICE Sightings in Madison Call Voces de la Frontera! 1-800-427-0213. wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-09-16). Mario del Pero: Polarity's Dialectician. newleftreview.org Mario del Pero on Anders Stephanson, American Imperatives. Critical reflections on the Cold War as a strategy of US power-projection, from its preeminent historiographical iconoclast.
(2026-09-16). L'arte di non vincere: Iran, Ucraina e la geometria della prima metà del 2026. strategic-culture.su Le potenze emergenti del 2026 hanno imparato a non perdere; nessuna di esse è ancora riuscita a vincere, ovvero a trasformare un vantaggio in un ordine che gli avversari possano accettare senza sentirsi minacciati nella loro stessa esistenza | Segue nostro Hormuz, ovvero la vittoria come problema | C'è una domanda che i vincitori si pongono di rado e che invece attraversa, sottotraccia, ogni conversazione seria sulle guerre di questo 202…
(2026-09-16). Presence of US Troops in Southern Argentina Confirmed. orinocotribune.com The city of Ushuaia, capital of Tierra del Fuego province in southern Argentina, has become a stage of operations by US military personnel from the US Southern Command and the Marine Corps, according to documents confirming troop movements and rotations in recent months. Reports indicate that US military groups have entered and exited Tierra del …