(2026-08-08). US expects deal soon on Strait of Hormuz; Sunni powers unite in defense pact. al-monitor.com By Steve Holland and Timour AzhariWASHINGTON/RIYADH, Aug 7 (Reuters) – A U.S. official on Fridayreported progress between Iran and Oman that could soon reopen the Strait of Hormuz, potentially restoring oil exports that have been disrupted by the five-month-old U.S. war with Iran.The U.S. official, who declined to be identified, said Washington anticipated an agreement soon between the two countries, which sit on either side of the strait, so that normal oil traffic could resume.
(2026-08-08). US official: We expect a deal soon between Iran and Oman on Strait of Hormuz. al-monitor.com WASHINGTON, Aug 7 (Reuters) – Progress is being made between Iran and Oman on the Strait of Hormuz and "we expect a deal soon," a U.S. official told Reuters on Friday.Once a deal is announced to restore commercial shipping without impediments, the United States will lift its blockade of Iranian ports, the official said."There is progress between Oman and Iran on the Strait, and we expect a deal soon," the official said. "Once the deal is announced to restore commercial shipping without impediments, the United States will lift the blockade of Iranian ports."
(2026-08-08). Factbox-What is the Patriot missile system and why are supplies depleted worldwide? al-monitor.com WASHINGTON, Aug 7 (Reuters) – First used in the 1991 Gulf War, the U.S. Patriot air defense system has seen demand spike sharply this year, with supplies of interceptor missiles depleted by Ukraine's war against the Russian invasion and the widening war in the Middle East.Ukraine is urgently seeking more Patriot interceptors to defend against a nightly barrage of Russian ballistic missile strikes. But the Iran war has drained arsenals in the U.S. and the Gulf, and some European countries are holding onto missiles they may need for their own defense.
(2026-08-08). Is This the Birth of an Islamic NATO? Is It Against Iran or Israel? thinktank.pk The signing of the Mecca Joint Defence Agreement by Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Türkiye has opened a new chapter in Middle Eastern geopolitics. Signed in Mecca on August 7, 2026, the agreement commits the three countries to treating an armed attack against one as an attack against all, creating a new layer of collective deterrence …
(2026-08-08). Lebanon, Israel agree shortlist of countries that could send troops to verify Hezbollah disarmament. al-monitor.com By Maya GebeilyBEIRUT, Aug 7 (Reuters) – Lebanon and Israel have agreed a shortlist of countries that could send troops to verify the disarmament of Hezbollah under a U.S.-brokered agreement, a Lebanese official said on Friday, with the United States due to pick countries from the list.The official declined to identify any of the countries on the shortlist or say how many there were. Another Lebanese official and two foreign diplomats have previously told Reuters that Israel and the United States had vetoed France.
(2026-08-08). Australia's Plan To Adopt Definitions Of Racism Would Enforce Zionism. popularresistance.org Australia is currently holding a Royal Commission into Antisemitism and Social Cohesion to make recommendations in response to the attack on the December 2025 Chabad Hannukah by the Sea event, which resulted in the murder of 15 people. The hearings so far have been dominated by people whose 'lived experience' of antisemitism is based on its conflation with anti-Zionism or support for Palestinians. | Against the backdrop of the Royal Commission, the Australian government announced that "universities will be required to develop their own definitions of racism towards Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples un…
(2026-08-08). Book Review: "AIPAC on steroids" mronline.org 
Eli Clifton and Ian Lustick's book, "Israel's Lobby: America in the Grip of a Foreign Power," offers a powerful critique of how the Israel Lobby subverts democracy at home and ensures U.S. support for Israeli aggression, apartheid, and genocide abroad.
(2026-08-08). Genocide Deniers Call Gaza Starvation A 'Hoax' By Citing UNICEF—Which Reported Famine. scheerpost.com US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee—who last year admitted Gazans were starving—was among those noting a new global hunger report by the UN agency that reported the 2025 famine as it unfolded. Brett Wilkins Common Dreams For nearly three years, Israeli officials and their US backers have denounced United Nations agencies reporting the facts of Israel's genocidal …
(2026-08-08). 'Israeli' Occupation Troops Clear 10 Million Tons of Rubble in Gaza To 'Erase Evidence' of Genocide. orinocotribune.com
(2026-08-08). 'To the victor belong the spoils': Trump flaunts U.S. plunder of Venezuela. mronline.org Trump has escalated his openly imperialist rhetoric against Venezuela, portraying the South American country as a neocolonial possession whose sovereign resources Washington may plunder as the "spoils" of military aggression.
(2026-08-08). Cuba brilla con oro y plata en certamen de ballet en Sudáfrica. radiohc.cu Dos estudiantes de la Escuela Nacional de Ballet Fernando Alonso exhiben hoy los frutos de la enseñanza de ese arte en Cuba, al conquistar cinco medallas de oro y una de plata en el Concurso Internacional de Ballet de Sudáfrica. | Con este reconocimiento, Greisell Lastre y Joan Manuel Riera colocaron en alto el nombre de Cuba en la arena internacional y ratificaron el talento de las nuevas generaciones de bailarines, herederos de una tradición que muestran con orgullo quienes aman esta expresión artística. | Según publicó la prestigiosa institución académica, el joven, bajo las instrucciones de la maestra Idania…
(2026-08-08). Historias que no caben en una medalla. cubadebate.cu En citas multideportivas no faltan anécdotas, confesiones, sacrificios intensos, pero desconocidos, y también felices coincidencias. Pocas veces se cuentan periodísticamente esas historias con la misma premura que las medallas. Nuestra delegación a los XXV Juegos Centroamericanos y del Caribe no escapa de ellas, dignas de compartir justo cuando al evento le quedan horas para apagar el pebetero.
(2026-08-08). Arriba a Cuba convoy de solidaridad internacional en homenaje a Fidel. radiohc.cu Con la llegada de más de 50 activistas al Aeropuerto Internacional Frank País de Holguín comenzó hoy el III Convoy ´Nuestra América ª, iniciativa dedicada al centenario del líder de la Revolución cubana. | La brigada de solidaridad procedente de Italia cumplimentará un amplio programa de recorridos por escenarios de relevancia histórica en las provincias orientales de Granma, Santiago de Cuba y Holguín hasta el próximo 21 de agosto. | En la ruta trazada los visitantes llegarán a sitios emblemáticos vinculados a la trayectoria política y a la memoria histórica…
(2026-08-08). China realiza un nuevo donativo de 5 000 sistemas fotovoltaicos. cubadebate.cu El Gobierno chino entregó oficialmente a Cuba este viernes un segundo donativo de 5 000 sistemas fotovoltaicos, que beneficiará a los 169 municipios del país, destinado a electrificar viviendas aisladas en zonas rurales del país, así como para respaldar con energía solar centros de salud y urgencias médicas, círculos infantiles y casas de niños sin amparo filial, sucursales bancarias, entre otros…
(2026-08-08). Cuba en Santo Domingo 2026: àöltima jornada de los Juegos Centroamericanos. cubadebate.cu Los XXV Juegos Centroamericanos y del Caribe Santo Domingo 2026 apagan su llama tras quince intensas jornadas cargadas de alegrías, pero también de sinsabores para la delegación cubana. Este viernes, la Isla cosechó importantes resultados en diversas disciplinas, destacando el oro en kárate, la victoria del balonmano masculino y una jornada dorada en el atletismo con cinco títulos. A ello se sumó el aporte de Dayira Mesa en el boxeo, quien se convirtió en la primera cubana en coronarse en estos eventos…
(2026-08-08). Brigada de solidaridad de Italia y Portugal llega a Holguín para rendir homenaje a Fidel. cubadebate.cu "Amor con amor se paga", reafirmaron los integrantes de la Brigada de Solidaridad con Cuba que, procedentes de Italia y Portugal, llegaron este viernes al Aeropuerto Internacional Frank País de Holguín para cumplir un programa de actividades en varias provincias orientales, como parte de las jornadas de homenaje por el centenario del líder histórico de la Revolución cubana, Fidel Castro.
(2026-08-08). Autoridades de Villa Clara y Guantánamo actúan ante precios abusivos. cubadebate.cu Como resultado del análisis realizado a partir de las preocupaciones manifestadas por el pueblo sobre el incremento indiscriminado de precios minoristas de diferentes productos, se efectuó una revisión de los precios de importación, gastos de transportación, intercambios a determinados actores económicos que se dedican a la comercialización de productos alimenticios de primera necesidad…
(2026-08-08). Cero petróleo desde Arabia Saudita a EEUU. cubadebate.cu Por primera vez en años, debido al cierre del estrecho de Ormuz por parte de Irán y a los ataques yemeníes contra las refinerías de Aramco, las exportaciones de petróleo de Arabia Saudí a Estados Unidos han caído a cero barriles.
(2026-08-08). Gaza beekeeper starts again on rooftop amid ruins of war. al-monitor.com Perched on the edge of a rooftop high above Gaza City's bombed-out landscape, Ibrahim al-Dabba lovingly tends his community of bees, cultivating a rare source of hope among the ruins of the Israel-Hamas war. | Al-Dabba and his sons, donning protective netted hats and wielding metal bee smokers, gently inspect the neat rows of teeming hives.
(2026-08-08). I Saw Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya Save Lives. Now Israel Is Holding Him Hostage. truthout.org Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya is not only the director of Kamal Adwan Hospital in northern Gaza; he is one of the medical voices that brought the suffering of patients and the wounded to the rest of the world. He has dedicated his own life to saving the lives of others and caring for children and patients. He refused to leave Gaza even amid Israeli attacks, choosing instead to remain beside his patients… |
(2026-08-08). Sin mayores trascendencias continuó diálogo político en Venezuela. radiohc.cu Exdiputados opositores de la extinta Asamblea Nacional 2015-2020 y los representantes del Gobierno de la presidenta encargada de Venezuela, Delcy Rodríguez, desarrollaron hoy en Caracas el segundo día del diálogo nacional. | Sin mayores trascendencias que las fotos divulgadas por el presidente del parlamento y coordinador por el Ejecutivo para estos encuentros, Jorge Rodríguez, y otras fuentes oficiales, transcurrió esta nueva jornada que deberá extenderse hasta el próximo 12 de agosto. | En la primera sesión de la víspera las partes acordaron la metodología y los ciclos de trabajo a seguir. | Un comunicado divul…
(2026-08-08). Venezuela: Delegations Begin New Political Talks Focused on Post-Earthquake Recovery and Electoral Guarantees. orinocotribune.com Caracas ( The inaugural meeting took place at the Simón Bolívar Park Convention Center in La Carlota, Caracas. The government delegation was led by National Assembly President Jorge Rodríguez, accompanied by Education Minister Ana María Sa…
(2026-08-08). CAT 2026 Registration Starts, Last Date of Application Sep 15. ummid.com CAT 2026 Registration: Online registration for Common Admission Test (CAT 2026) has started from today i.e. Monday August 03, 2026, the Indian Institutes of Management (IIM) said.
(2026-08-08). Beijing parks put 72 robots to work as guides, cleaners and wildlife monitors. ecns.cn A first batch of 72 robots is being deployed this summer across 14 municipal parks in Beijing, including the Summer Palace, Temple of Heaven Park and Yuyuantan Park, taking on tasks ranging from visitor guidance and cleaning to ecological monitoring and water rescue.
(2026-08-08). Factory tours gain popularity among Chinese summer travelers. ecns.cn Factory tours have emerged as a new trend in China's summer travel market, according to a report released by online travel platform Tongcheng Travel on Wednesday.
(2026-08-08). Collapsing Empire: US Creates New African Psyops Unit. scheerpost.com Kit Klarenberg Substack Independent journalist David Hundeyin has exposed the Pentagon's new psychological operations unit targeting Africa, "Drongo Company". Tasked with "expanding the military's ability to influence foreign audiences" across the continent, its heavily hyped launch occurs against a backdrop of dramatically and irreversibly waning Western influence and power in every sphere across the continent. As Africans steadily rid themselves of …
(2026-08-08). North West farmer becomes a thriving beekeeper. sanews.gov.za North West farmer becomes a thriving beekeeper | A chance encounter with a German tourist in a restaurant in Vilakazi Street, Soweto, has transformed North West farmer Mems Ramaila's curiosity about beekeeping into a thriving agribusiness. | Today, her company, Bee African, is gaining recognition as one of the few women-led enterprises making significant strides in South Africa's largely male-dominated beekeeping industry. | Ramaila, a lucerne farmer based near Brits in the North West, says her journey into beekeeping began with a simple question: What could she do with the bees that constantly swarmed around her…
(2026-08-08). MCC NEET UG 2026 AIQ Counselling Starts: Link, Steps to Apply. ummid.com The Medical Counseling Committee (MCC) is starting through its official website 'mcc.nic.in' from today i.e. Wednesday August 05, 2026 Online Registration of candidates for MCC NEET UG All India Quota (AIQ) Counselling 2026 Round 1.
(2026-08-08). Middle route of South-to-North Water Diversion transfers over 80 billion cubic meters of water to north China. ecns.cn As of Friday, the middle route of the South-to-North Water Diversion Project's has transferred over 80 billion cubic meters of water to northern regions, benefiting nearly 118 million people, the Ministry of Water Resources, data released on Friday showed.
newarab.com (2026-08-07). Investigate Israel's killing of Lebanese journalist Amal Khalil as war crime, rights groups say
The killing of Lebanese journalist Amal Khalil and the serious wounding of photojournalist Zeinab Faraj by the Israeli military earlier this year was a direct attack on civilians and should be treated as a war crime, Amnesty International and Human Rights Watch said in a press conference in Beirut on Thursday. Khalil, a journalist with Al-Akhbar, and freelancer Faraj, who was working as her camera operator, were attacked by the Israeli military on 22 April as they were working in southern Lebanon.
(2026-08-08). UP NEET UG 2026 Counselling: Registration Starts, Last Date Aug 12. ummid.com The Directorate General of Medical Education and Training Uttar Pradesh (DGME UP) has started through its official website 'upneet.gov.in' from today i.e. Friday August 07, 2026 Online Registration for the First Round of Counselling for students seeking admission in First Year MBBS (Medical) and BDS (Dental) for the year 2026-27 in Government/Private colleges.
(2026-08-08). Paul Krugman and Gabriel Zucman: A Conversation About Inequality. portside.org Paul Krugman and Gabriel Zucman: A Conversation About Inequality |
(2026-08-08). Thea Riofrancos: The New World Climate Order. newleftreview.org An interview about the new parameters of climate politics, with the breakdown of global consensus. As the EU re-opens coal-fired plants and the US shuts down wind farms, China gouges the earth to churn out cheap green-energy products—and is met by anti-extractivist protestors.
(2026-08-08). SC initiates contempt proceedings against BJP govt in Madhya Pradesh. ummid.com The Supreme Court of India Wednesday August 05, 2026 initiated contempt proceedings against the BJP government in Madhya Pradesh over its decision to halt the Bhopal Municipal Corporation's sealing drive to clear illegal commercial establishments operating from residential areas.
(2026-08-08). The Right has created its perfect trans athlete. mronline.org 
A lot of people in and around the WNBA are talking about trans women.
(2026-08-08). FIFA in turmoil: Middle East takes center stage as Infantino fights to stay in power. al-monitor.com Amid the backlash to FIFA President Gianni Infantino's controversial investment plan, upcoming World Cup hosts Morocco and Saudi Arabia have starring roles in the drama.
(2026-08-08). Cockroach Found in Adelanto ICE Detention Cell. lataco.com A detainee from Adelanto ICE Detention Center showed L.A. TACO a live cockroach during a video call. It's not the first time they have found roaches in their cell.
(2026-08-08). Budding Nuclear Scientists from 19 Countries Sit in INSO 2026 Practical in Jeddah. ummid.com As many as 60 budding nuclear scientists representing 19 countries Tuesday August 4, 2026 appeared in the Practical Exams conducted by International Nuclear Science Olympiad (INSO) in Jeddah.
(2026-08-08). Jordan shores up US lifelines as Iran targets Amman's reliance on Washington. al-monitor.com Already a leading recipient of US aid, Jordan has secured fresh funds from the United States as the Iran war tests Amman and Washington's partnerships.
(2026-08-08). With Blanche Confirmed as AG, Epstein Survivors Say DOJ Continues to Fail Them. truthout.org Every minute of every day, Liz Stein has to relive the worst thing that's ever happened to her. She does it during news interviews and when meeting lawmakers on Capitol Hill to demand justice for herself and other survivors of the late disgraced financier and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. And she's had to do it throughout the attorney general confirmation process for Todd Blanche… |
(2026-08-08). DME MP NEET UG 2026 Counselling Schedule Published. ummid.com Department of Medical Education (DME) Madhya Pradesh has published on its official website 'dme.mponline.gov.in' NEET UG Counselling Date and Schedule 2026 conducted for admission in Medical and Dental courses (MBBS and BDS) for the academic year 2026-27.
(2026-08-08). Bankipur By-Election Result 2026: BJP's Sinha trails behind Prashant Kishor. ummid.com BJP candidate Neeraj Kumar Sinha is trailing behind Jan Suraaj Party Founder Prashant Kishor in the the Bankipur Assembly seat where counting of votes for the July 2026 by-election is underway.
(2026-08-08). NATO's Escalation Problem: The New Psychology of Russian Provocation. moderndiplomacy.eu Every time Russia crosses a line NATO said mattered and NATO's response looks functionally identical to its response to the previous violation, the alliance doesn't just fail to deter; it actively teaches Moscow where the real ceiling is. The Russian missile that landed in Poland on July 30 was met with scrambled jets, activated air …
(2026-08-08). Mehr nicht willkommen? Wie wirken sich islamistischer Terrorismus und àúbergriffe von Migranten auf die politischen Prà§ferenzen der Deutschen aus. strategic-culture.su Berlin, Magdeburg, Màºnchen, Aschaffenburg, Solingen, Trier … Die traurige Liste deutscher Stà§dte, die aus eigener Erfahrung mit islamistischem Terrorismus und der Gewalt wahnsinniger Migranten gegenàºber der einheimischen Bevà∂lkerung vertraut sind, wird immer là§nger. | Schà§tzungen des Bundesamtes fàºr Verfassungsschutz zufolge belief sich das ‚ÄûPotenzial an Personen, die zu islamistisch motivierter Gewalt neigen", im Jahr 2025 in Deutschland auf 9.110 Personen. Und dabei handelt es sich nur um diejenigen, die den Sicherheitsbehà∂rden aufgefallen sin…
(2026-08-08). What You Should Know Before Installing a New Air Conditioning System in a Property. moguldom.com If you own, rent, invest in, or manage property, air conditioning stops being a luxury pretty quickly. It affects comfort, energy bills, tenant satisfaction, resale value, and even how long your equipment survives without throwing a dramatic mechanical tantrum in July. For real estate readers, the bigger question isn't whether cooling matters. It's how to …
(2026-08-08). Régis Debray: Metamorphoses. newleftreview.org Reflections on having lived the passage from one age to another, as prospects give way to retrospects, pages to screens and time to space. With the close of one century, the onset of the next provides an occasion to take stock of what has been lost—and what gained—in the transition.
(2026-08-08). Social security is national security. strategic-culture.su If the people's basic welfare is not secured, the entire political system is unsafe. | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | To quote the Br…
(2026-08-08). How Can Managed IT Simplify Remote Work? moguldom.com Remote work gives employees flexibility, but it also creates new technology challenges for businesses. Slow VPN connections, unsecured personal devices, inconsistent software updates, and delayed technical support can affect productivity and increase cybersecurity risks. The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) recommends securing remote access and continuously monitoring systems to reduce these risks. This …
(2026-08-08). ICE and Data Centers Aren't New, But Face Growing Pushback as They Intertwine. truthout.org On July 13, residents of Neptune Township, New Jersey, voted to ban AI data centers and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) jails from being built in their town. While protests against the construction of AI data centers and ICE facilities have increased since Donald Trump's reelection, the Neptune Township ordinance is the first in the U.S. reflecting a connection between the deportation… |
(2026-08-08). Power restoration underway in 78 communities hit by storm across Belarus. eng.belta.by A total of 114 crews are continuously laboring to restore power, with 178 units of equipment deployed. The effort also involves 21 mobile diesel generator sets.
(2026-08-08). EconoScope | Why China remains central to global chains of industries despite tariffs. ecns.cn More than a year after the United States imposed reciprocal tariffs on Chinese goods, many multinational companies that shifted production to Southeast Asia are moving parts of their supply chains back to China, underscoring the country's enduring manufacturing advantages.
(2026-08-08). Six Ways Advocates Can Practice Solidarity For Environmental Justice. popularresistance.org "People are scared," remarks the executive director of a grassroots environmental group in Southern California. Her group, like many others, engaged in self-reflection following the Black Lives Matter movement in 2020. They made substantial changes through diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts and developed new partnerships with community leaders. Recently, a longtime volunteer approached the executive director to urge that she stop talking about their organizational DEI work. While her organization isn't pulling back on such work, she told us about other organizations who have removed DEI work from webs…
(2026-08-08). Pacific Islands Forum fails to reach consensus on anti-missile statement against China. asiapacificreport.nz 
By Susana Suisuiki of RNZ Pacific Disagreement from some China-aligned Pacific Islands countries has prevented regional countries within the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) issuing a joint statement against missile testing in the Pacific. At their meeting in Suva on Friday, PIF foreign ministers failed to agree on a unified statement against China after it fired…
(2026-08-08). Mecca Pact: How Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and Pakistan Are Reshaping West Asia's Security. moderndiplomacy.eu The Mecca Compact in Brief On 7 August 2026, in the presence of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan signed the Mecca (Makkah) Joint Defense Agreement, a trilateral collective-defense compact declaring that an armed attack on any one of the three shall be treated as an attack on all. This is …
(2026-08-08). China's Exports Feed the Global South's Industrial Engines. orinocotribune.com 
(2026-08-08). Maharashtra NEET UG 2026 Counselling Begins; Steps, Link to Apply. ummid.com The Maharashtra CET Cell has started through its official website 'medical2026.mahacet.org' Online Registration for NEET UG 2026 Counselling conducted for Admission in Health Science Courses Medical (MBBS) and Dental (BDS).
(2026-08-08). The American Left Is Making Strides. But Can They Win in November? portside.org The American Left Is Making Strides. But Can They Win in November? |
(2026-08-08). African developers favor Chinese AI models for lower costs, greater control. ecns.cn African developers are increasingly choosing Chinese AI models for their lower costs, relatively modest computing requirements and ability to be deployed and customized independently, The New York Times reported Wednesday.
(2026-08-08). TCM used to treat patients on flights. ecns.cn A recent in-flight medical emergency highlighted how traditional Chinese medicine techniques can complement emergency care in unexpected settings.
(2026-08-08). Rahul Gandhi Joins War Against E20 Petrol. ummid.com After months of lull, Leader of Opposition (LoP) and Congress MP Rahul Gandhi finally joined the war against E20 Petrol, announcing to take the matter on a massive scale in the upcoming days.
(2026-08-08). How Yogi Govt in UP Turned Taxpayers' Money into Political PR Machine. ummid.com The Uttar Pradesh government's reported expenditure of ‚Çπ6,811.94 crore on advertisements over eight years is not merely a financial statistic it is a stark indictment of misplaced priorities and the growing use of public money for political image-building.
(2026-08-08). DME MP NEET UG 2026 Counselling Starts: Steps, Link to Apply. ummid.com Department of Medical Education (DME) Madhya Pradesh is starting from today i.e. Wednesday August 05, 2026 through its official website 'dme.mponline.gov.in' registration of students, who wish to participate in the MP NEET UG Medical (MBBS) and Dental (BDS) Counselling 2026.
(2026-08-08). How Saudi-Turkey-Pakistan pact puts regional strategy to test. al-monitor.com The defense agreement is not an anti-Iran bloc, but it may reflect a deeper regional adjustment to years of Iranian asymmetric warfare as well as uncertainty over US security commitments.
(2026-08-08). Alternative water sources make up over 45% of Hangzhou's sanitation use. ecns.cn East China's Hangzhou City has increased the use of treated river water and reclaimed water in sanitation operations, with the two sources accounting for 45.37% of the city's total sanitation water use in the first half of this year.
(2026-08-08). Government urges nation to support Banyana Banyana. sanews.gov.za Government urges nation to support Banyana Banyana | With Banyana Banyana set to take on Morocco in the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) quarter-final match tonight, government is calling on all South Africans to continue supporting the senior women's national team. | "Government encourages all South Africans to unite behind the team and celebrate how far they have come. Their courage, determination and resilience have inspired the nation and demonstrated that South Africa can compete with the very best on the global stage," Acting Government Spokesperson Nomonde Mnukwa said. | The match will get under…
(2026-08-08). Trump's Foreign Aid Priority? Investigating Crime Against White South Africans. truthout.org Since he returned to office, President Donald Trump's administration has upended foreign aid. It's labeled well-established, long-running programs as "not aligned with American interests" and slashed their budgets. Still, the billions of taxpayer dollars Congress has allocated for foreign aid programs must be spent; lawmakers have insisted the government continue to fund humanitarian aid… |
(2026-08-08). Kenya: Proposed Nuclear Power Plant Met With Fierce Opposition. popularresistance.org Opposition to Kenya's proposed nuclear power plant in Siaya County has intensified after community activists and residents protesting the project were arrested and investigated under terrorism-related allegations, prompting accusations of state repression from civil society organizations and progressive groups. | The controversy centers on the government's plan to construct what officials describe as Kenya's first commercial nuclear power plant in Central Sakwa, Siaya County, on the shores of Lake Victoria. The project is estimated to cost approximately KSh500 billion.
(2026-08-08). President to address Women's Day commemoration. sanews.gov.za President to address Women's Day commemoration | President Cyril Ramaphosa will deliver the keynote address at the 2026 National Women's Day commemoration event at the Union Buildings in Pretoria on Sunday. | "This occasion will mark the 70th anniversary of the 1956 protest march to the Union Buildings by at least 20 000 women. The 1956 march opposed the apartheid government's decision to extend urban pass laws to women, and was a precursor to major political changes over [the] coming decades that led to the demise of the racist regime in South Africa," the Presidency said on Friday. | The National Women's Day co…
(2026-08-08). How Brokers Make Money With Zero Commission. moguldom.com "Zero commission" has become one of the most powerful phrases in financial technology. It helped online brokers attract millions of new users, encouraged traditional firms to reduce headline fees, and made investing feel almost as simple as downloading an app. But a zero-dollar commission does not mean that a broker operates for free. It usually …
(2026-08-08). The Periodic Table Is a Sanctions Weapon Now. moderndiplomacy.eu On 23 July, the EU adopted its toughest sanctions package yet against Russian oil and gas revenue — asset freezes on 94 banks, an expanded shadow-fleet tanker list, a squeeze aimed squarely at the money funding Moscow's war. On 24 July, China responded. Not with oil, not with a currency peg, but with scandium, yttrium, …
(2026-08-08). Urumqi holds B2B matchmaking event for Uzbekistan export enterprises. ecns.cn A B2B matchmaking event for Uzbek export enterprises was held from Wednesday to Thursday in Urumqi, northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region.
(2026-08-08). Belarusian Arol claims silver at European Pentathlon Championships. eng.belta.by Earlier in her career, Anastasiya Arol (under her maiden name Malashenoka) was a medalist at World Cup stages and a world and European junior champion in relay events.
(2026-08-08). China's foreign trade up 17.3% in first seven months of 2026. ecns.cn China's total goods trade reached 30.13 trillion yuan (about $4.46 trillion) in the first seven months of 2026, up 17.3% year on year, according to data released by the General Administration of Customs on Friday.
(2026-08-08). BRICS Culture Working Group meeting begins in Bhopal. ummid.com The four-day BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa), Culture Working Group meeting began in Bhopal on Wednesday August 05, 2026 with discussions revolving on initiatives to advance cultural cooperation on the inaugural day.
(2026-08-08). China unveils refined lunar map, empowering future moon exploration. ecns.cn A Chinese research team has completed an updated geologic map of the entire moon featuring a scale of 1: 5 million, the Institute of Geology, Chinese Academy of Geological Sciences (IGCAGS), said on Thursday.
(2026-08-08). Summer-fall bird hunting season opens in Belarus. eng.belta.by Hunting is permitted during daylight hours by firearm (from ambush, by stalking, by vehicle using small watercraft without engines or with engines turned off) and by non-firearm methods (using birds of prey).
(2026-08-08). DoorDash Pushes to End DC's Self-Governance Over a 20-Cent Tax. truthout.org Ever since he reentered office, Donald Trump has laid siege to Washington, D.C., dropping banners with his face all over federal buildings, enacting a bizarre "beautification" project, and unleashing thousands of National Guard members to effectively put the city under military occupation. Now, as D.C. residents wonder what awaits the rest of his term, the delivery company DoorDash is joining… |
(2026-08-08). Medicaid Work Requirements Leave Unhoused People Out in the Cold. truthout.org MISSOULA, Mont. — Tywon Pugh has seizures that make it hard to find and keep a job. "They called me a 'liability to the job site,'" Pugh said, recalling the words of his manager when a seizure cost him his last job at a fast-food restaurant in this western Montana city. When the 46-year-old lost work in the past, his wife of 10 years covered their rent and he tended to their home until… |
(2026-08-08). What Smart Homeowners Notice Before an Exterior Renovation Goes Sideways. moguldom.com Your home's exterior does more than look presentable from the street. It controls energy loss, handles weather stress, protects structural materials, and quietly shapes resale value. If you're planning repairs or upgrades, small decisions can snowball fast. A cheap material choice, a rushed contractor bid, or ignored water damage can turn a straightforward project into …
(2026-08-08). Government urges public to stay vigilant amid expected cold weather. sanews.gov.za Government urges public to stay vigilant amid expected cold weather | With a cold front expected to bring very cold, wet and windy conditions to parts of the country from Sunday, government is urging the public to remain vigilant and take the necessary precautions. ⚪ The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has advised that a cold front is expected to make landfall over the Western and Northern Cape, bringing cold to very cold, wet and windy conditions, rough seas and snowfall over mountainous areas. ⚪ The system is expected to move eastwards, with these conditions spreading to the Eastern Cape and further inla…
(2026-08-08). Comicomment: What's behind the 'China overcapacity' hype. ecns.cn China's industrial capacity is a driver of global economic recovery, not a threat. Trying to dim others' lights will not make one's own shine brighter; blocking cooperation will only hold back one's own future.
(2026-08-08). Chinese research vessel Tan Kah Kee makes first visit to Sabah, Malaysia. ecns.cn The 3,600-tonne research vessel Tan Kah Kee, operated by Xiamen University, docked for the first time in Kota Kinabalu, capital of Malaysia's Sabah state, offering a two-day free visit for local residents starting Thursday.
(2026-08-08). Unitree Robotics unveils STAR Market IPO pricing. ecns.cn Unitree Robotics has priced its Shanghai initial public offering at 150.80 yuan (about $22.34), the company said on Thursday, with online and offline subscription kicking off next Monday.
(2026-08-08). Iraqi PM, Saudi intelligence chief discuss regional security as militias delay response. al-monitor.com Aug 7 (Reuters) – Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi met Saudi general intelligence chief Khalid al-Humaidan on Friday to discuss coordination over regional security developments, the prime minister's office said.Zaidi said Iraq would not allow its territory to be used to launch attacks or activities targeting any other country. He reiterated Baghdad's commitment to protecting its sovereignty and preventing regional escalation.
(2026-08-08). Call to vote in upcoming Local Government Elections. sanews.gov.za Call to vote in upcoming Local Government Elections | While urging eligible South Africans to cast their vote in the upcoming Local Government Elections, the Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs, Velenkosini Hlabisa, has also called on voters to ensure peaceful, credible, free, and fair municipal elections. ⚪ "Minister Hlabisa urges all South Africans to ensure peaceful, credible, free, and fair municipal elections. The Minister [has] urged all South Africans, especially women, youth, persons with disabilities, and people in rural areas under different traditional authorities to go out to s…
(2026-08-08). Comicomment: Behind the 'China overcapacity' hype lies U.S. anxiety. ecns.cn As global supply chains are reshaping, some countries are politicizing trade issues, promoting the "China overcapacity" narrative, and imposing more restrictions on Chinese companies under the guise of protecting their own interests.
(2026-08-08). Katie Ebner-Landy: Norm Smuggling? newleftreview.org Katie Ebner-Landy on Rahel Jaeggi, Progress and Regression. A critical theorist reformulates the concept of progress as social-reflexive problem-solving.
(2026-08-08). Chinese, foreign visitors join millennium-old folk celebration in Qinghai. ecns.cn The annual Regong June Festival reached its summer peak on Tuesday in Tongren, northwest China's Qinghai Province, as elaborately dressed performers beat drums and performed traditional dances amid incense smoke.
(2026-08-08). Who Owns American History? portside.org Who Owns American History? |
(2026-08-08). Henan promotes paid leave policy to encourage flexible vacations. ecns.cn Henan Province has introduced measures to encourage employees to take paid annual leave, aiming to make paid leave easier to take while boosting tourism and consumption.
(2026-08-08). Chinese college students send self-developed satellite into orbit. ecns.cn A student satellite team from Harbin Institute of Technology successfully launched its self-developed Lilac-3 satellite into orbit, marking a milestone for a young team involved in independent satellite development.
(2026-08-08). DTE Maha Post SSC Diploma 2026 Round 4 Allotment – Steps, Link. ummid.com The Directorate of Technical Education (DTE) Maharashtra is releasing on its official website "poly26.dtemaharashtra.gov.in" today i.e. Thursday August 06, 2026 the CAP Round 4 Seat Allotment Result of the students seeking admission in the First Year Post SSC Diploma Technical and Polytechnic Courses in Engineering / Technology for the year 2026-27.
(2026-08-08). Washington Sold Euros To Lift Yen Without Informing European Central Bank. popularresistance.org The European Central Bank (ECB) was "blindsided" by Washington's decision to sell euros to prop up the Japanese yen last week, learning of the trade only after it was executed, the Financial Times (FT) reported on 7 August. | The New York Federal Reserve carried out the sale for the US Treasury on Friday, part of the first joint US—Japan operation to lift the yen in nearly three decades. ECB President Christine Lagarde raised the matter with US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent a day later. | Senior ECB officials say using euros instead of dollars breaks with a post-war norm under which western central banks…
(2026-08-08). Holy Quran verse viral after El-Sayed wins Michigan US Senate Primary. ummid.com A Holy Quran verse is viral after Dr Abdul El-Sayed won the Michigan Democratic Primary for US Senate in a close contest Wednesday August 05, 2026.
(2026-08-08). Somalia: On The Front Lines With Somaliland. popularresistance.org Several weeks ago, in early July 2026, I told friends and family that I'd be traveling to the first annual Las Anod Forum 2026. My family said, "Oh My God. Somalia? What the hell are you gonna do next? Terrorists! Al Shabaab! Warlords! Drone bombing! Kidnapping! Oil!" | US State Department advisories say more or less the same, although they don't mention the US drone bombing operation, which, according to Brown University's Costs of War project, has a far larger budget than Somalia's federal government. It's fired off some staggering amount of ordnance since 2007, often hitting civilians, mostly desert nomads,…
(2026-08-08). Friday Nite Videos | August 7, 2026. portside.org Friday Nite Videos | August 7, 2026 |
(2026-08-08). Who Benefits From Rising Tensions In The South China Sea? popularresistance.org Tensions in the South China Sea flared again on 20 July, when a Philippine Navy vessel illegally grounded at China's Ren'ai Jiao sparked a confrontation with the China Coast Guard, followed three days later by the Coast Guard driving away two Philippine vessels near Huangyan Dao. In the following article, Friends of Socialist China co-founder Danny Haiphong — a US independent journalist and researcher specialising in US foreign policy and geopolitics — asks who actually benefits from the escalation. | His answer is that these clashes did not emerge in a vacuum. They came against the backdrop of the te…
(2026-08-08). Nuclear Watchdog Sues For Plutonium Pit Production 'Special Study'. popularresistance.org Santa Fe, NM — Nuclear Watch New Mexico has sued the Department of Energy under the Freedom of Information Act for its Special Study of the National Nuclear Security Administration's Leadership and Management of the Plutonium Pit Production Mission. The National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) is the semi-autonomous nuclear weapons agency within DOE. | Plutonium "pits" are the radioactive cores or "triggers" of nuclear weapons. Their expanded manufacturing has been the chokepoint of resumed industrial-scale nuclear weapons production by the U.S.
(2026-08-08). Australia, world leader in arresting climate protesters, drops 130 charges. asiapacificreport.nz By Michael West NSW Police have dropped charges against the remaining climate protesters from Rising Tide's 2024 People's Blockade of Newcastle Harbour — the site of the world's largest coal port. Climate Defenders Australia, which represented 117 of the arrestees, had repeatedly petitioned police to withdraw anti-protest charges after they failed to prosecute test cases,…
(2026-08-08). Belarus harvests over 6m tonnes of grain. eng.belta.by According to operational data as of 8 August, 6.130 million tonnes of grain have been threshed. Some 69% of the area under grain and leguminous crops has been harvested (including rapeseed, excluding corn).
(2026-08-08). 4.9-magnitude earthquake strikes Sichuan's Yibin. ecns.cn A 4.9 magnitude earthquake struck Gao County in Yibin, southwest China's Sichuan Province, at 1: 08 p.m. Friday, according to the China Earthquake Networks Center.
(2026-08-08). Public called to support young Mpumalanga water innovator in Sweden. sanews.gov.za Public called to support young Mpumalanga water innovator in Sweden | The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) has called on South Africans to rally behind 17-year-old Sinenhlanhla Sikhulile Nkosi, as he prepares to represent the country at the prestigious Stockholm Junior Water Prize (SJWP) in Sweden later this month. ⚪ Sinenhlanhla, a Grade 11 learner at Sitintile Secondary School in Mbombela, Mpumalanga, made history as the first learner from the province to win the department's flagship 2026 South African Youth Water Prize (SAYWP). ⚪ He now has an opportunity to earn international recognition through th…
(2026-08-08). Tom Mertes: Manufacturing Impunity. newleftreview.org Tom Mertes on Richard Beck, Homeland. Origins and afterlives of America's long War on Terror.
(2026-08-08). Lessons of Japanese militarism's aggression must forever serve as alarm: spokesperson. ecns.cn The devastation and tragedies brought by nuclear weapons should never repeat themselves, and the lessons of Japanese militarism's aggression and expansion must forever serve as an alarm, a Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson said Thursday.
(2026-08-08). How Crisis Management Software Coordinates Critical Response. moguldom.com A critical event strains judgment, communication, and timing at the same time. Staff need verified facts, a clear chain of action, and immediate contact with responders. Trouble often grows when records sit in separate systems or key details stay trapped in memory. Coordination improves when one platform ties locations, procedures, and people into a usable …
(2026-08-08). Anton Jà§ger: Hyperpolitics in Command? newleftreview.org A diagnosis of the scrambled political culture of today's Atlantic elites, with Trump read as symptom as much as cause. Can the concept of hyperpolitics help to decipher the strategic incoherence and foreshortened horizons of the West's fractious ruling-class blocs?
(2026-08-08). The "Mechanical Miracle" That Ruined Mark Twain's Life. portside.org The "Mechanical Miracle" That Ruined Mark Twain's Life |
(2026-08-08). French newlyweds choose Minsk as wedding destination. eng.belta.by The newlyweds were spotted during a photo session in the center of the capital.
(2026-08-08). Christian Sorace & David Sneath: Steppe Transitions. newleftreview.org Mongolia's diverse ecology was the site of revolutionary transformations in the twentieth century, when the principal source of wealth—the livestock herd—was sequentially the basis of feudal class, collective resource and a privatized asset. The socialist making of a nation-state and its capitalist unmaking—a materialist account.
(2026-08-08). Decoding BJP's Operation 360. ummid.com The BJP's 'Operation 360' is not merely a strategy for electoral supremacy; it is a fundamental threat to the delicate balance of our federal republic, the sanctity of our vote, and the very spirit of Indian democracy.
(2026-08-08). TN NEET UG 2026 Counselling: List of not-Eligible Candidates Published. ummid.com The Tamil Nadu Medical Selection Committee has published on its official website 'tnmedicalselection.net' the list of candidates who have registered for NEET UG 2026 MBBS (Medical) and BDS (Dental) Counselling but have been found ineligible for different reasons.
(2026-08-08). Social Power Is Built Before It Is Seen. popularresistance.org From the Bengal famine of 1943 to the election of the Left Front government in 1977, the communist movement in West Bengal, India, patiently built its strength among workers, peasants, refugees, students, and cultural workers. Through campaigns for food and land, the building of trade-union power, refugee mobilisation, and resistance to state repression, the left did more than win immediate demands: it created institutions of struggle, trained generations of organisers, and developed a political culture in which the grievances of different sections of people could be understood as part of a common struggle.
(2026-08-08). From Ceuta to Rome: How a Migration Crisis Is Testing Europe's Border-Free Future. thinktank.pk Europe's Schengen system is facing another serious political test. What began as Italy's temporary reintroduction of border checks on travellers arriving from Spain has rapidly escalated into a diplomatic confrontation, with Madrid threatening reciprocal controls and Rome refusing to accept what it calls an ultimatum. The dispute is rooted in the extraordinary migration crisis that …
(2026-08-08). Dr. Abdul El-Sayed wins Michigan Democratic Primary for Senate. ummid.com Egyptian-American Dr. Abdul El-Sayed has won the Michigan Democratic Primary for Senate, a result seen is a major blow to pro-Israeli Zionist lobby.
(2026-08-08). Winners of CIS competition "The Art of the Book" named in Minsk. eng.belta.by The winners of the 23rd International Competition "The Art of the Book" of the CIS member states were announced in Minsk, the Information Ministry told BelTA.
(2026-08-08). New Mexico Court Fines Meta $567 Million for Harming Kids. truthout.org A New Mexico court on Thursday ruled that Meta must pay an additional $567 million fine on top of the $375 million a jury fined the tech giant in March for harms caused to teens and children who use its Instagram and Facebook social media platforms. First Judicial District Judge Bryan Biedscheid said in his 68-pager ruling that "significant numbers of people in New Mexico experience harm from… |
(2026-08-08). Jack Copley: Rentier Regimes. newleftreview.org Jack Copley on Timothy Mitchell, The Alibi of Capital. Capital re-conceptualized as terraforming expropriation of the future.
(2026-08-08). Protesters Marking 10 Years After Michael Brown's Killing Face Arrest and Prison. truthout.org On the afternoon of July 17, 2026, the hallway of the St. Louis County Courthouse's third floor was mostly empty. The pre-trial hearing for 30-year-old youth minister and protester Elijah Gantt had ended 30 minutes ago, where just over a dozen members of his community support team had shown up. At one of his bond reduction hearings last year, a few of them wore "FREE ELIJAH" T-shirts. |
(2026-08-08). 138 endangered stork chicks hatch as China, Russia strengthen cross-border protection. ecns.cn Honghe National Nature Reserve in northeast China's Heilongjiang Province has bred 138 healthy Oriental white stork chicks this year, as China and Russia strengthen cross-border protection for the endangered migratory bird, the reserve said Thursday.
(2026-08-08). US War on ICC Isn't New, Isn't Just Coming From GOP, and Isn't Just About Israel. scheerpost.com By Stephen Zunes This article was originally published by Truthout This is a disingenuous bipartisan effort to discredit the ICC and international humanitarian law as a whole. The United States has launched an all-out assault on the International Criminal Court (ICC). In the past few weeks alone, the Trump administration has vowed to eradicate the …
(2026-08-08). Maha Direct 2nd Yr Pharmacy 2026 Round 1 Allotment – Direct Link. ummid.com Maharashtra CET Cell is set to publish today i.e. Thursday August 06, 2026 on its official website 'dsp2026.mahacet.org.in' Provisional Allotment Result of CAP Round I of candidates who have registered for admission in Direct 2nd Year Pharmacy (B Pharmacy and Pharm D) courses for the year 2026-27.
(2026-08-08). A tribute to Johanna Fernandez. mronline.org 
Johanna Fernandez left a powerful and revolutionary legacy through her scholarship and activism.
(2026-08-08). CLAT 2027 Registration Underway – Link, Steps to Apply. ummid.com The Consortium of National Law Universities (NALSAR) has started Online Registration and Application Process for Common Law Admission Test 2027 — CLAT 2027, to be held in the month of December.
(2026-08-08). Why is the U.S. government targeting Chinese sunflower seeds and dumplings. ecns.cn On July 31, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security added 43 more Chinese companies to its entity list under the so-called Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA). | "When even sunflower seeds and dumplings are labeled as a 'threat,' it exposes the absurdity of the U.S. move," Josef Gregory Mahoney, professor of politics and international relations at East China Normal University, said in the latest News Lounge with China News Network.
(2026-08-08). Free Mazid Saqf al-Hait! The Palestinian Authority must end political persecution and repression. samidoun.net 
The life of Palestinian political activist Mazid Saqf al-Hait is at risk as he remains detained in Palestinian Authority prisons. Lawyers for Justice reports that he has been denied adequate medical care, subjected to solitary confinement and obstructed from accessing the courts and a specialized medical committee, despite his serious health condition. His case is …
(2026-08-08). Is Britain Entering a New Era of Climate Politics? thinktank.pk Britain's climate debate may be entering a new phase. For years, climate change was often discussed as a long-term environmental challenge, with arguments centred on emissions targets, net zero and the transition away from fossil fuels. But the extreme summer of 2026 is changing the political context: climate risk is increasingly being experienced not as …
(2026-08-08). Maha Direct 2nd Yr Engg 2026 Round 1 Allotment – Direct Link. ummid.com Maharashtra CET Cell is set to release today i.e. Tuesday August 04, 2026 on its official website 'dse2026.mahacet.org.in' Provisional Allotment Result of CAP Round I of candidates who have registered for admission in Direct 2nd Year Engineering and Technology (BE and B Tech) courses for the year 2026-27.
(2026-08-08). GATE 2027: DigiLocker is Mandatory for Registration. ummid.com Candidates, who are planning to apply for GATE 2027, should note that IIT Madras has made DigiLocker compulsory for the registration of Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering conducted for Postgraduate admissions, financial scholarships, and PSU job recruitment.
(2026-08-08). Charlotte Mannya Maxeke's legacy empowers women through education and mentorship. sanews.gov.za Charlotte Mannya Maxeke's legacy empowers women through education and mentorship | As the first Black South African woman to earn a university degree in the United States in 1901, struggle stalwart Charlotte Mannya Maxeke broke barriers and laid the foundation for generations of women to pursue education, leadership and social change. ⚪ More than a century later, her legacy lives on through the Charlotte Mannya-Maxeke Trust Fund, which provides financial assistance to young women pursuing higher education, particularly in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) fields, helping those at risk of d…
(2026-08-08). Asia's Shifting Balance of Power and the New Regional Order. moderndiplomacy.eu The foundational principles of the balance of power has found its textual footing primarily through the works of Hans Morgenthou and Kenneth Waltz. It was formalised as a core principle of diplomacy and international relations following the Peace of Westphalia (1648) and the Treaty of Utrecht (1713) and is generally considered as an Eurocentric concept. …
(2026-08-08). Belarusian wrestlers Kazlou and Dziatlau win tournament in Romania. eng.belta.by Belarusian freestyle wrestlers won four medals on the first day of the Ion Cornianu & Ladislau Simon International Tournament in Romania.
(2026-08-08). The Changing Face Of Fascism In Latin America. popularresistance.org I've been watching two extraordinary analyses from Mexican historians and Latin American specialists—Christian Nader on Retrovisor and the panel on Contralínea's América Insumisa—and I wanted to share some reflections on what they reveal about the evolving nature of right-wing politics in the region, and how it connects to the broader strategic logic of the US-led empire that I have been mapping under the concept of the Bunker State, the Fragmentationist Grand Strategy and the Multi-Layered Cage. | The recent electoral shifts in South America—the razor-thin victories of the right in Peru, the ri…
(2026-08-08). Javier Moreno Zacarés: Dynamics of American Capitalism. newleftreview.org Following his widely praised Ages of American Capitalism, Jonathan Levy's The Real Economy proposes a theoretical counterpart, grounding a concept of capital in a fusion of Smith, Keynes, Freud, Deleuze and Guatarri. Javier Moreno Zacarés responds with a thoroughgoing critical engagement, ranging from the 'transition debate' to the AI bubble.
(2026-08-08). BJP Loses Party President's Bastion, Bankipur, to Prashant Kishor. ummid.com In a major setback, the Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) has lost the Bankipur Assembly seat in Bihar — a citadel of the Party President, Nitin Nabin, to Jan Suraaj Party Founder Prashant Kishor.
(2026-08-08). New worker camp serves Shanghai airport Phase IV expansion. ecns.cn A worker camp serving the airfield section of Shanghai Pudong International Airport Phase IV Expansion Project was officially put into use on Thursday.
(2026-08-08). Trump's Truth Social Subscription Scheme Functions Like a Tax on Your 401K. truthout.org You may not have heard about this latest tax from Trump. That could be because he's not going through Congress to get it. Also, this scam could get buried in the middle of his many other grifting schemes. Trump is starting a new special subscription service to his social media platform, Truth Social, where big investors will pay $100,000 a month for advance access to Trump posts that can move… |
(2026-08-08). As pro-Palestinian candidates gain ground, will influence wane? al-monitor.com The American Israel Public Affairs Committee's influence has weakened in the Democratic Party and may also be at risk among Republicans.
(2026-08-08). Jiangxi adds 290,000 new urban jobs in H1. ecns.cn Jiangxi registered 290,000 new urban jobs in the first half of 2026, fulfilling 71% of its annual target, the Provincial Department of Human Resources and Social Security said Thursday.
(2026-08-08). U.S. scholar: U.S. turns the Xinjiang issue into a "presumption of guilt" tool. ecns.cn "The UFLPA has no legitimate legal foundation under international law. It violates basic WTO rules and international trade norms. Its enforcement criteria are fatally flawed, adopting an unfair presumption that treats all related entities as guilty without evidence." Josef Gregory Mahoney, professor of politics and international relations at East China Normal University, said in the latest News Lounge with China News Network.
(2026-08-08). Exodus: West Bank hardships drive out Palestinian Christians. al-monitor.com Palestinian Christians call themselves "living stones" and say they have lived continuously in the Holy Land for the last 2,000 years. Maybe not for much longer, believes Reverend Mitri Raheb. | "If the current conditions continue, there will not be a single Palestinian Christian left by 2050," said Raheb, founder and president of Dar al-Kalima University in Bethlehem, the biblical birthplace of Jesus Christ.
(2026-08-08). Meet Resham Fatma, India's 1st Acid Attack Survivor, to Receive Chevening Scholarship. ummid.com In a remarkable journey of grit and determination, Resham Fatma, has become India's first acid attack survivor to receive the UK government's prestigious Chevening Scholarship.
(2026-08-08). Trump May Be Renewing His Push for Control of Greenland. truthout.org After appearing to back off earlier this year, President Donald Trump this week renewed his threats to seize Greenland. A Saturday report that a Texas oil company with ties to Trump had begun preparing to drill in the Arctic territory without permission has raised fresh concerns that his push for control of the island may already be moving beyond rhetoric. As The Guardian reported, Greenland'… |
(2026-08-08). Calls to permanently pedestrianise central Belfast following festival success. thecanary.co 
Campaigners have called on north of Ireland infrastructure minister Liz Kimmins to ensure Belfast stays a walkable city. The demand comes after pedestrianisation of the city centre has proved a huge success during a major festival. The north's largest city is currently hosting the Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann for the first time. The event is […] | By
(2026-08-08). Rawcut Creative: Is It Still Top Dog For B2B Websites And Branding In 2026? moguldom.com We recently became interested in Rawcut Creative, a Chicago-based website design and branding agency offering SEO and content. We wanted to see if it was good and if it delivers on its promises. We know that a lot of companies are interested in finding agencies that can provide them with high-quality, original branding. Many firms …
(2026-08-08). The End of an 80-Year Dream : North Korea's New Geopolitical Doctrine. moderndiplomacy.eu North Korea officially gave up on its dream of unification with the South in January 2024. Though this may appear relatively insignificant, after all, who believes in such hopes? The news still comes as a big shock to many observers and carries considerable ramifications .As well as signaling a far more unstable relationship between the …
(2026-08-08). It's Not Just Delaney. Immigration Jails Have Had Hundreds of Hunger Strikes. scheerpost.com By Victoria Valenzuela This article was originally published by Truthout Formerly incarcerated immigrants, solidarity activists, and scholars discuss the underreported resistance in ICE jails. When Dilmer "Loba" Lovos Mendez learned about the protests inside the Dilley Detention Center in Texas, they were not surprised. While being held for two years in California immigration jails from …
(2026-08-08). SpaceX rocket debris crashes on Moon. ummid.com NASA and SpaceX are tracking Falcon 9 debris that crashed on Moon early in the morning Wednesday August 05, 2026.
(2026-08-08). Is China Using "Japanese Remilitarization" to Hide Its Own Military Expansion? thinktank.pk Japan's latest defence policy has triggered another sharp reaction from Beijing, with China's state-linked Global Times accusing Tokyo of exploiting regional security threats as a pretext for "remilitarization." The article follows China's broader campaign against Japan's growing defence capabilities and its increasingly explicit concerns about Taiwan and Chinese military activity. At first glance, the Chinese …
(2026-08-08). Northeast China looks to Aug. 7 for heat relief as autumn begins. ecns.cn A social media hashtag saying "It feels like all of northeast China is waiting for Aug. 7" trended Thursday, as residents looked forward to a sharp cooldown on Friday, which marks Start of Autumn (li qiu), one of China's 24 traditional solar terms.
(2026-08-08). Las sanciones a Rusia dejan a España sin sus mejores helicópteros para combatir los incendios forestales. strategic-culture.su
(2026-08-08). The militarization of space threatens us all. strategic-culture.su
(2026-08-08). Merchants, faith, and the resurgence of slavery in Western Christendom. strategic-culture.su
(2026-08-08). Democracy's sham: Why the West's election lectures are pure hypocrisy. strategic-culture.su
(2026-08-08). Let them eat burritos: Out of touch influencers risk all for Trump war. responsiblestatecraft.org
(2026-08-08). Trump ally Abelardo de la Espriella sworn in as Colombia president. geo.tv Colombia's President-elect Abelardo de la Espriella speaks during a security summit with mayors and security secretaries from Colombia's main cities ahead of his inauguration on August 7 in Cali, in Barranquilla, Colombia, August 4, 2026. — ReutersColombia's new president…
(2026-08-08). L'Artico conteso tra la militarizzazione occidentale e lo sviluppo sino-russo. strategic-culture.su Rotte, risorse, deterrenza nucleare e diritti dei popoli indigeni fanno del Grande Nord uno snodo decisivo dell'ordine mondiale. Mentre l'Occidente ne accentua la militarizzazione e lo sfruttamento corporativo, Russia e Cina costruiscono un corridoio eurasiatico fondato su sovranità , infrastrutture e cooperazione. | Segue nostro Il progressivo arretramento dei ghiacci sta trasformando l'Artico da periferia estrema del sistema internazio…
(2026-08-08). O suplício dos prisioneiros palestinos, que nà£o abandonam a histórica resistência contra a ocupaàßà£o. strategic-culture.su
(2026-08-07). Can the World Achieve Energy Security After the Iran War? moderndiplomacy.eu The Iran war has fundamentally reshaped global energy security calculations, forcing fuel importing nations to confront an uncomfortable reality. The disruption of the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world's most important energy corridors, has exposed the vulnerability of countries that rely heavily on imported oil, natural gas, and refined fuels. While policymakers broadly agree …
(2026-08-07). Vessel traffic through Hormuz dwindles this week as markets watch Iran-Oman talks. al-monitor.com SINGAPORE, Aug 7 (Reuters) – Shipping traffic through the Strait of Hormuz has dwindled to 33 vessels from Monday to Thursday this week, data showed, versus 50 in the week-ago period, as markets watched talks between Iran and Oman for signs of progress in reopening the key waterway.Four vessels transited the strait on Thursday, including a very large crude carrier, Nissos Kea, carrying about 2 million barrels of Basrah crude loaded in Iraq, Kpler data showed.Of the rest, two were laden with liquefied petroleum gas and one was a minor bulk carrier.
(2026-08-07). Trump's Brazil Tariffs: Causing a Pivot to Asia. moderndiplomacy.eu Trump's economic strategy has widely been tied into the weaponisation of tariffs. The US-China trade war, beginning in 2018 during Trump's first term, culminated in tariffs on American and Chinese goods worth a total of $735 billion, as of August 2020. Trump's second administration continued the trade war, with American tariffs hitting 145% and Chinese …
(2026-08-07). China's Peaceful Rise to Green Dominance leaves Trump in the (Carbon) Dust. juancole.com ( Let's start with the obvious: Vladimir Putin's Russia is on the downhill slope. In February 2022…
(2026-08-07). Syria walks a tightrope as war engulfs the Middle East. responsiblestatecraft.org Syria has so far avoided becoming a battlefield in the U.S.-Israel-Iran crisis, but it has not escaped the consequences. As regional peace remains elusive, Syria is confronting the challenge of rebuilding following years of gruesome civil war while shielding its fragile recovery from a new wave of geopolitical turmoil.The relatively new Syrian government has prioritized reconstruction, foreign investment, and institution rebuilding. However, the expanding crisis has already created economic and security pressures through trade disruptions, investor uncertainty, and new refugee flows.Higher transportation and…
(2026-08-07). Latest 'Historic' Gaza Disarmament Deal As Envisioned By Trump. ummid.com Netanyahu calls Gaza Disarmament Deal inadequate, Hamas ties it to a full Israeli pullout, and Washington simultaneously readies fresh strikes on Iran – exposing how unsettled the region truly remains.
(2026-08-07). Iranian Strikes Leave Hundreds of US Troops With Lasting Brain Injuries. orinocotribune.com Hundreds of US troops have suffered traumatic brain injuries (TBI) in Iranian missile and drone strikes since Washington launched its war on Iran, highlighting the mounting physical cost of the US aggression and the potentially lasting consequences for American forces. | Nearly 700 US troops have been wounded in Iranian missile and drone attacks on US bases since Washington's aggression against Iran escalated, according to US military officials. Most were diagnosed with traumatic brain injuries and returned to duty after treatment, the Associated Press reported. | The Pentagon has described most of the injuries s…
(2026-08-07). The rise or fail of middle powers will determine Middle East peace. responsiblestatecraft.org For more than two decades, endless wars have destabilized the Middle East, creating huge amounts of human suffering, displacement and trauma. The region is exhausted, with little faith in the possibility of peace and few structures to enable it. The region is now at an inflection point; it can continue endless violence or undertake serious mediation and conflict resolution. The war with Iran has exposed the limits of U.S. military power, leaving only one practical option on the table: pursuing negotiations that recognize the balance of power in the region and the security concerns of all parties. This require…
(2026-08-07). Trump Issues "Birth Tourism" Orders Following Birthright Citizenship SCOTUS Loss. truthout.org On Thursday evening, President Donald Trump signed two executive orders on birthright citizenship, just over a month after the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that a previous order he made on the issue was unconstitutional. The new orders are narrower than that previous one, which was signed in the first week of his second term in office. Several legal experts have already opined that the new orders… |
(2026-08-07). UNESCO adds sites in Palestine and Lebanon under assault from IDF to list of World Heritage in danger. wsws.org The three heritage sites have come under assault from Israel and its military.
(2026-08-07). Yes, we should be challenging Zionism in schools. progressivehub.net MARCY WINOGRAD | THE HILL…
(2026-08-07). Did Russia nuke Hiroshima. infobrics.org Hiroshima Mayor Kazumi Matsui issued a rather generic condemnation of nuclear weapons, but never even mentioned the US for dropping the atomic bomb that killed over 160,000 Japanese civilians in Hiroshima alone. Instead, he went out of his way to condemn Russia. If Japan is so concerned with civilian dying, it should accept its own historical responsibility for the brutal genocide it committed against tens of millions of Chinese who suffered under Japanese occupation throughout the 1930s and 1940s.
(2026-08-07). Golden Gate 26 Face Retrial After Hung Jury. indybay.org The trial of 7 Bay Area Community Members for a 2024 anti-genocide protest has concluded after 7 long weeks. Jury deliberations resulted in a hung jury on the felony conspiracy change. Retrial Would Cost San Francisco Hundreds of Thousands More.
(2026-08-07). Holocaust descendants doubt Ed Miliband will stop UK's genocide complicity. thecanary.co 
Many Holocaust survivors and descendants have been vocally opposing the UK's complicity with Israel's genocide in Gaza since 2023. And they hope new foreign secretary Ed Miliband — himself the son of Holocaust survivors — will stop this. But as some explained to the Canary, they doubt he will. Ed Miliband's 'self-serving' careerism Miliband doesn't […] | By
(2026-08-07). Dr. Abdul El-Sayed on Historic Michigan Win: "People Are Sick and Tired of This Politics of Hatred" democracynow.org 
We speak with Dr. Abdul El-Sayed after his victory in Michigan's primary race for U.S. Senate sent shockwaves through the Democratic Party. El-Sayed, a former public health official, ran a progressive campaign focused on affordability, Medicare for All, getting money out of politics, and opposing Israel's genocide in Gaza. He defeated Congressmember Haley Stevens, who was backed by tens of millions in outside spending including by AIPAC, the powerful pro-Israel lobby group. | "In an era where many of us can't afford basic things like groceries or rent or healthcare, the idea that your gove…
(2026-08-07). Is It (Still) Un-American to Care? scheerpost.com Danaka Katovich I initially wrote this piece in 2024 during the student uprisings that took place around the United States. The content was focused on Gaza and the people who made up the movement for Palestine in the belly of the beast. I've rewritten some of it and replaced Gaza with Cuba. The arguments needed …
(2026-08-07). ALBA Movements Inaugurates 4th Continental Assembly in Cuba. orinocotribune.com The 4th Continental Assembly of ALBA Movements began on Thursday, August 6, in Havana, Cuba, with the participation of more than 150 delegates from 25 countries. The aim of the assembly is to reaffirm popular unity as a key tool to confront the neoliberal offensive, analyze the global situation in the face of the crisis of capitalism, and create a continental work plan to form a unified struggle agenda. | At the opening of the meeting, held at the University of Havana, Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez and other authorities attended, including the secretary of Organization of the Central Committee of the…
(2026-08-07). ALBA Movements condemn U.S. aggresive policies toward Cuba. radiohc.cu Organizations and social movements from 25 countries condemned US imperialist policies toward the Global South on Thursday at the Félix Varela Convention Center of the University of Havana. | With the presence of the President of the Republic, Miguel Díaz-Canel, and members of the highest leadership of the Cuban State and government, the IV Continental Assembly of ALBA Movements was inaugurated with 150 delegates from 25 countries. | Under the slogan "One Hundred Years Walking with Fidel," discussions focused on global crises and regional sovereignty. | The National Coordinator of the Committees for the Defense o…
(2026-08-07). Primer Ministro de Namibia inicia visita oficial a Cuba. radiohc.cu El Primer Ministro de Namibia, Tjitunga Elijah Ngurare, arribó a Cuba para cumplir una visita oficial que se extenderá hasta el próximo 10 de agosto. | Según precisó el portal del Ministerio de Relaciones Exteriores, a su llegada al Aeropuerto Internacional José Martí fue recibido por la viceministra de Relaciones Exteriores, Josefina Vidal Ferreiro. | Durante su estadía, Ngurare sostendrá conversaciones oficiales con las máximas autoridades cubanas, en las que se examinará el estado de las relaciones bilaterales y las oportunidades de ampliar la cooperación en sectores de interés común. | Cuba y Namibia mantiene…
(2026-08-07). Tragedia en Tailandia: Adolescente de 14 años mata a cinco profesores y a sus abuelos. cubadebate.cu Un adolescente de 14 años mató este viernes en Tailandia a sus abuelos antes de dirigirse a su escuela, ubicada en las afueras de Bangkok, donde acabó con la vida de otras cinco personas. El estudiante mató a sus abuelos en su casa, ubicada a unos 20 kilómetros del colegio, con un arma perteneciente a su abuelo, según las autoridades.
(2026-08-07). Unión Eléctrica prevé una afectación de 2 257 MW en el pico nocturno de este viernes. cubadebate.cu Con este pronóstico se estima una disponibilidad de 1023 MW con una demanda máxima de 3250 MW, para un déficit de 2227 MW, por lo que de mantenerse las condiciones previstas se pronostica una afectación de 2257 MW en este horario.
(2026-08-07). Prensa de EEUU divulga filtraciones gubernamentales: La CIA estaría intensificando su labor contra Cuba. cubadebate.cu La Agencia Central de Inteligencia de EE. UU. ha establecido en secreto un grupo de trabajo especial para Cuba, con el objetivo de redirigir recursos financieros, humanos y técnicos para presionar al Gobierno de La Habana y forzar un quiebre en su cúpula dirigente, aseguran supuestas filtraciones publicadas por los medios estadounidenses The New York Times y Politico.
(2026-08-07). Fernández de Cossío sobre Estados Unidos.: øSerá real el miedo? radiohc.cu ´Estados Unidos tiene 5200 ojivas nucleares, unos 11 portaviones en activo, la agencia de espionaje y actividades encubiertas más extendida y mejor financiada del mundo, bases militares por doquier, pero su Departamento de Estado considera que Cuba pueda significar una amenaza. øSerá real el miedo? ª, escribió en sus redes sociales este viernes el viceministro cubano de Relaciones Exteriores, Carlos Fernández de Cossío. | Las declaraciones ven la luz luego de que, la víspera, el titular de la diplomacia estadounidense, Marco Rubio, anunciara nuevas medidas contra empresas y personas cubanas, co…
(2026-08-07). Trabajador fue baleado durante robo en bodega en Nueva York. cubadebate.cu Un hombre le disparó al empleado de una bodega durante un intento de robo en una bodega del Lower East Side de Manhattan (NYC) la madrugada del jueves.
(2026-08-07). Crisis del orden mundial y resistencia popular marcan el inicio de la IV Asamblea Continental de ALBA Movimientos en Cuba. cubadebate.cu El encuentro reúne en La Habana a organizaciones sociales de América Latina para debatir los desafíos políticos del escenario internacional actual…
(2026-08-07). From Civilizational Learning to a Shared Future. infobrics.org New Opportunities for China—India Cooperation, BRICS Development, and the Rise of the Global South Exploring the Shared Responsibilities and Future…
(2026-08-07). Thursday 8/13: Power Half-Hour for Gaza. indybay.org Zoom | http: //jvp.org/gazaph…
(2026-08-07). Bibi does not want peace? Turkey accuses Israel of killing Gaza roadmap with terror tactics. hindustantimes.com Turkey's Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan has accused Israel of delaying the next phase of the Gaza peace roadmap, claiming Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government is obstructing efforts toward a lasting agreement. Speaking in Ankara, Fidan said Israel's actions undermine plans involving a ceasefire, Israeli withdrawal, Palestinian governance, and international stabilization efforts. He also criticized Israeli policies in Gaza, the West Bank, and Jerusalem while calling for reconstruction and diplomatic action from the international community. The remarks come amid ongoing tensions over the implementation of t…
(2026-08-07). Political struggle of far-right ally Smotrich shows faultline in Netanyahu coalition. al-monitor.com By Emily RoseBEIT EL, West Bank, Aug 7 (Reuters) – Israel's far-right Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich faces a fight for political survival in elections in October after angering his fellow West Bank settlers by voting not to punish ultra-Orthodox Jews who refuse to serve in the military.The political travails of Smotrich are a sign of how tricky it will be for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to shepherd allies in his quarrelsome coalition through the October 27 election, Israel's first since the start of the Gaza war.
(2026-08-07). Hamas signs Gaza disarmament deal with Trump's Board of Peace. ummid.com In a development described by United States President Donald Trump as 'a monumental step towards peace and security' in the region, Hamas and other Palestinian militant groups have signed a disarmament deal with the 'Board of Peace' established in January this year.
(2026-08-07). The Zionist Beachhead in Venezuela. orinocotribune.com 
We investigate the main Israeli actors welcomed by the acting Rodríguez administration in post-earthquake Venezuela. | Venezuela's devastating June 24 double Former President Hugo Chávez
(2026-08-07). Delcy Rodríguez Meets With Seismic Engineering Firms Miyamoto International and TFI Solutions. orinocotribune.com In an effort to strengthen sustainable urban development, Acting President Delcy Rodríguez has led a high-level working meeting with representatives of prestigious international seismic engineering and technology firms, aiming to strengthen the nation's structural resilience and coordinating advanced urban reconstruction plans. | The meeting, held this Wednesday, August 5, included the participation of the global firm Miyamoto International, a specialist in structural engineering and seismic risk management, represented by its founder and CEO, Dr Hideki "Kit" Miyamoto. Miyamoto arrived in Venezuela with the backi…
(2026-08-07). Buffalo Soldiers Congressional Gold Medal Act – Nationwide Action Alert. indybay.org Our California Buffalo Soldier Heritage Trail is helping build a Nationwide Alert to grow bipartisan support to award a Congressional Gold Medal collectively to the Buffalo Soldier regiments, authorized by Congress in 1866 to serve in the United States Armed Forces, in recognition of their superior, dedicated, and vital service to the United States.
(2026-08-07). Black Woman Found Hanging In Jackson Identified As Tasia Fortune. newsone.com 
Source: GoFundMe / Etta Avolio | The Black woman whose body was According to the
(2026-08-07). Trump says he thinks war with Iran will end. al-monitor.com WASHINGTON, Aug 6 (Reuters) – U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday told reporters that he believed the war with Iran would be over soon and said the armed forces were experiencing issues with supplies of some weapons."I think it's going to end pretty soon. I don't think they can go much longer," Trump said in the Oval Office in a reference to Iran.Reuters reported on Tuesday that the U.S. Army had used up much of its global stockpile of highly accurate long-range missiles during its five-month war with Iran.
(2026-08-07). Black Woman Found Hanging in Tree in Mississippi Has Been Identified as Tasia Fortune. capitalbnews.org This story was originally published in the Mississippi Free Press, a nonprofit journalism multimedia network reporting on the causes of and solutions to the social, political, and structural challenges facing all Mississippians and their communities. The woman whose body was found hanging from a tree behind a vacant Jackson, Mississippi, home is 29-year-old Tasia Fortune, …
(2026-08-07). In Covid as in Climate Change: Truth Will Out. wattsupwiththat.com The interests that prospered from these 'emergencies' will not surrender their narrative easily.
(2026-08-07). Social power is built before it is seen: The Thirty-Second Newsletter (2026). mronline.org 
While popular energy can fill streets and win elections, social power is the patient, organised capacity of the working class to transform society and make dignity the common sense of the age.
(2026-08-07). "The Potluck" : Musical Explores Trauma of 1979 Greensboro KKK Massacre of 5 Antiracist Activists. democracynow.org 
Composer and playwright César Alvarez joins Democracy Now! to discuss their new musical, The Potluck. It tells the story of the 1979 Greensboro Massacre, when Klansmen and American Nazis opened fire on an antiracist demonstration in Greensboro, North Carolina, killing five members of the Communist Workers' Party. In 2020, the Greensboro City Council passed a resolution apologizing for the attack and the police department's complicity in the killings. | Alvarez tells Democracy Now! the musical is an attempt to grapple with "what it has meant to grow up in the aftermath of this state-sanctioned mu…
(2026-08-07). Global Mechanism on ICTs: Statement on international law. icrc.org Statement delivered by Noa Schreuer, Legal Adviser, at the first substantial plenary session of the UN Global Mechanism on ICTs, New York, 22 July 2026.
(2026-08-07). Humanity and Nature Through Social Production: An Interview with John Bellamy Foster (Part 1). mronline.org 
The beauty of Marx's analysis in ecological terms is that he provided the only theoretical approach that connected society and nature.
(2026-08-07). Michigan Could Elect Openly Trans Woman to State Legislature for the First Time. truthout.org Michigan is on track to welcome its first openly transgender woman to serve as a state representative. Erin in the Morning readers likely first met Joanna Whaley in April or May of this year, when we reported that the 38-year-old hospital chaplain was running to be the state representative in Michigan's 2nd House District. She had been temporarily knocked off the ballot because her opponent… |
(2026-08-07). Here We Go Again: MAGA Crashes Out Over Abdul El-Sayed Win In Michigan [Op-Ed]. newsone.com 
(2026-08-07). Anti-Muslim US Congressman Andy Ogles loses Republican primary. aljazeera.com Trump's endorsement fails to save Tennessee legislator who recently said 'Muslims don't belong in American society'.
(2026-08-07). Belarus' Halaskok reaches U19 World Rowing Championship semifinals. eng.belta.by Belarusian athletes have begun competing at the World Rowing Under 19 Championships in Plovdiv, Bulgaria.
(2026-08-07). Naked greed of the California Apartment Association (CAA). indybay.org The naked greed of the California Apartment Association and the greedy landlords is there for all to see!
(2026-08-07). Philly leaders and LGBTQ community demand answers for police violence at Pride. peoplesworld.org 
PHILADELPHIA—"When young people wear masks, we demonize them," City Council Democratic Majority Whip Isaiah Thomas said. "Unfortunately," when it comes to law enforcement, "we find these justifications." Thomas was speaking at an Aug. 5 hearing of Philadelphia's Committee on Legislative Oversight focused on the issue of over-policing at Pride. Officers are under scrutiny for the …
(2026-08-07). Rep. Steve Tharinger on retiring: No 'labels' just feed the hungry! House the homeless! peoplesworld.org 
OLYMPIA, Wash.—A capacity crowd gathered in the main dining room of Joshua's Restaurant Tuesday to salute Rep. Steve Tharinger, who is retiring after 25 years as a Clallam County Commissioner and State Legislator in Olympia. It was primary election day—Tuesday, Aug. 4—and Tharinger joked that he is trying to adjust to his name not being …
(2026-08-07). UK Government Targeting of Muslim Scholar Part of a Coordinated Campaign to Clamp Down on Pro-Palestine Solidarity. scheerpost.com Mnar Adley Mint Press News Amid a deepening crackdown on Palestine solidarity in the country, a senior member of the British parliament is leading a campaign to have a popular activist and Muslim scholar arrested. Alicia Kearns, the Shadow Minister for Home Affairs has called on the U.K. Home Office to detain Sayed Hussain Makke. …
(2026-08-07). Exclusive report with the 308 people rescued by Nigerian forces. aljazeera.com Nigerian security forces have rescued 308 people abducted in separate attacks in northern Niger and Kwara states.
(2026-08-07). As NATO and Ukraine's war against Russia escalates, drone attacks on ships in the Black Sea increase. wsws.org As NATO's war against Russia escalates, seafarers in the Black Sea are paying with their lives.
(2026-08-07). The Brick Lane data centre is Labour's 'market Stalinism' in action. thecanary.co 
Plans to build data centres have been controversial across the UK, but the latest example comes from Brick Lane. Housing Secretary Angela Rayner approved a £500 million redevelopment of the Truman Brewery on Brick Lane, which will include a data centre. This is despite unanimous opposition to the development from Tower Hamlets council, the local […] | By
(2026-08-07). China's landing route to Taipei blocked? Taiwan turns Danjiang bridge into a fortress for 'war day'. hindustantimes.com Taiwan has intensified its annual Han Kuang military exercises as concerns grow over a potential conflict with China. The drills included the deployment of Taiwan's locally developed Tien-Kung III air defense systems, live-fire training by thousands of reservists, and simulations of protecting key infrastructure around Taipei. President Lai Ching-te participated in wartime contingency exercises, while troops practiced defending strategic locations such as the Danjiang Bridge. The island is also adopting new military communication methods and preparing civilian and military forces for possible crises. The large-sc…
(2026-08-07). MahaRERA 2.0: Reforms Without Compromising Buyer Protection. ummid.com It is time for MahaRERA 2.0 – an approach that makes meaningful procedural changes, enables real estate to deliver better outcomes for customers, and allows the sector to function as a stronger economic engine for Maharashtra.
(2026-08-07). Lukashenko calls for better supply of Belarusian goods in rural stores. eng.belta.by Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko has instructed retailers to ensure a good-quality assortment of goods in rural stores, with priority given to Belarusian-made products.
(2026-08-07). From Qalandiya to Jenin, Israel's war on West Bank refugee camps. thecanary.co 
Israeli occupation forces (IOF) have ended their raid on Qalandiya Refugee Camp and neighbouring Kafr Aqab, north of occupied East Jerusalem. This followed a dawn assault on 5 August that saw roads blocked and residents placed under strict curfew. The Palestinian Prisoner's Society (PPS) reported that more than 60 Palestinians had been arrested and interrogated […] | By
(2026-08-07). CARTOONS: The AUKUS caucus is decidedly raucous! independentaustralia.net 
(2026-08-07). Policing The Republic: Inside View of How India Fights Corruption and Crime, and Protects Rights. ummid.com In Policing the Republic, Yashovardhan Azad delivers a powerful and unflinching examination of Indian policing, corruption, criminalization of politics, terrorism, insurgency, intelligence operations, governance and national security.
(2026-08-07). Saturday 8/8: Hiroshima Peace Memorial Film Screening & Ceremony. indybay.org Resource Center for Nonviolence | 612 Ocean Street | Santa Cruz, CA 95060…
(2026-08-07). Madison, August 15, 2026: Eken Park Festival. wibailoutpeople.org 
Event: www.facebook.com/share/1JgyNAvNoi/ Eken Park Fest is back and celebrating our 10th year! Join us August 15th, 2026. MusicFoodCommunityGames The much-anticipated 2026 lineup: 12pm Bear In The Forest 1: 40 Seasaw 3: 10 BingBong 4: 15 Kids' Parade 4: 45 Cris Plata Band 6: 30 — 7: 45 The Claudettes Stay tuned for details, volunteer opportunities, and more!
(2026-08-07). Belarus, Uzbekistan to draw up energy cooperation roadmap. eng.belta.by The meeting addressed the prospects of Belarus-Uzbekistan cooperation in the energy sector and the practical implementation of the agreements reached at the highest level during Uzbekistan President Shavkat Mirziyoyev's visit to Belarus in July.
(2026-08-07). Karnataka UGNEET 2026: Document Verification Dates Published. ummid.com The Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) has published the document verification schedule for the students who have registered for Karnataka UG NEET 2026 Counseling underway for admission in Medical (MBBS), Dental (BDS) and AYUSH courses.
(2026-08-07). Workers in Türkiye defend Will Lehman against death threat from top UAW official. wsws.org Workers and young people in Türkiye have sent letters to the World Socialist Web Site condemning the death threat made on social media against Will Lehman, a Mack Trucks worker in the United States, by Raymond L. Jensen Jr., a high-ranking official of the United Auto Workers.
(2026-08-07). Belarus' grain harvest nears 6m tonnes. eng.belta.by As of 7 August 2026, grain harvest including rapeseed amounted to 5.989 million tonnes, which was almost 2 million tonnes more than on the same date in 2025, the press service said.
(2026-08-07). Trump issues fresh birthright citizenship orders after Supreme Court rejection. geo.tv President Donald Trump, with White House Deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller, speaks during an event to sign executive orders related to birthright citizenship and the polysilicon industry, in the Oval Office at the White House in Washington, DC, US, August 6, 2026. —…
(2026-08-07). Disclosure Day reveals that aliens the real outsiders. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-08-07). Bunker Talk: Let's Talk About All The Things We Did And Didn't Cover This Week. twz.com Welcome to Bunker Talk. This is a weekend open discussion post for the best commenting crew on the net, in which we can chat about all the stuff that went on this week that we didn't cover. We can also talk about the stuff we did or whatever else grabs your interest. In other words, it's an off-topic thread. | This week's caption reads: | U.S. Marines with 3d Reconnaissance Battalion, 3d Marine Division patrol through an underground tunnel in support of offensive operations during the Korean Marine Exercise Program 25.1 at Camp Stanley, South Korea, March 10, 2025. KMEP is a semi-annual exercise that provides…
(2026-08-07). Fact-Finding Report: Communal Tension Surrounding Bakra Eid in Mira Road. ummid.com In May 2026, communal tensions arose at Poonam Estate Cluster 1, a large residential complex in Mira Road under the jurisdiction of the Mira-Bhayandar Municipal Corporation (MBMC), over the temporary keeping of goats ahead of Bakra Eid (Eid al Adha). Here's The Fact Finding Report.
(2026-08-07). Lukashenko: Retailers profiting in cities must also serve rural areas. eng.belta.by The head of state drew attention to the issue of access to basic goods and services in rural areas – quality products at fair prices.
(2026-08-07). SA secures USD500 million to improve basic services in metros. sanews.gov.za SA secures USD500 million to improve basic services in metros | The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) and South Africa have signed a USD 500 million sovereign-backed loan to support improvements in the provision of water and sanitation, electricity, and solid waste services in South Africa's eight metropolitan cities. | South Africa's metropolitan municipalities are home to approximately 22 million people and generate around 85% of the country's economic output, yet face mounting challenges from aging infrastructure, rapid urbanization and increasing climate risks. | The loan will support the Metro Tra…
(2026-08-07). Beyond the scoreboard: South Africa must continue to believe in the power of sport. sanews.gov.za Beyond the scoreboard: South Africa must continue to believe in the power of sport | By Sandile Nene | South Africa's pursuit of sporting excellence is about more than winning medals, lifting trophies or achieving victories on the global stage. It is about building a nation that believes in its potential, invests in its people and creates opportunities for every South African to excel. As we mark Mandela Month, we are reminded of Nelson Mandela's belief that sport has the unique ability to inspire, unite and bring people together across social, cultural and economic differences. | The recent achievements of our n…
(2026-08-07). New M1A2T Abrams Tanks Guard Taiwan's Main Airport During Invasion Drill. twz.com 
Taiwan's newest The airport defense drill
(2026-08-07). Shlyakh Tsmoka mythology festival in Berezinsky Biosphere Reserve unveils 2026 program. eng.belta.by For two days, on 22 and 23 August, the Berezinsky Biosphere Reserve will transform into a fairy-tale destination where fans of national folklore can soak up plenty of excitement and unforgettable emotions.
(2026-08-07). BRICS Summit: Expanding Opportunities Through Cooperation, Dialogue, and Shared Prosperity. infobrics.org For India, BRICS has become more than an economic forum. It represents a valuable platform for advancing development priorities, strengthening the voice of the Global South, and building partnerships that support long-term national growth…
(2026-08-07). Ukraine risks territorial losses to Poland and Hungary amid deepening crisis. infobrics.org Zelensky's vulnerability grows as Ukraine approaches strategic dead end.
(2026-08-07). sanctions stopping settler funding. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-08-07). Kyrgyzstan to host Eurasian Economic Forum in 2027. eng.belta.by The announcement was made by President of the Kyrgyz Republic Sadyr Japarov during a meeting with the heads of government of EAEU member states.
(2026-08-07). Public notified of recall of certain Mercedes Benz, Alfa Romeo models. sanews.gov.za Public notified of recall of certain Mercedes Benz, Alfa Romeo models | The National Consumer Commission (NCC) has notified consumers of the recall of certain Mercedes-Benz trucks and Alfa Romeo Tonale vehicles, as notified by Daimler Truck Southern Africa Limited and Stellantis South Africa (Pty) Ltd. ⚪ In a statement on Thursday, the Commission, which is an agency of the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition, said it was informed by Daimler Truck Southern Africa Limited that it is recalling certain Mercedes-Benz Atego 967, Actros 963, Arocs 964 and eActros 983 trucks that were made available for sale n…
(2026-08-07). Announcing a new counter-info site ⚪ Belly of the Beast. indybay.org read on for more info!
(2026-08-07). Liberia Ends Primary School Registration Fees. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Classroom at the Buchanan Elementary Demonstration School, Buchanan City, Grand Bassa County, Liberia, January 6, 2026. | © 2026 Human Rights Watch | Liberia's government announced on August 5 the elimination of all school registration fees from kindergarten through grade 6, beginning with the new school year on September 7. The decision removes one of the biggest barriers to schooling for hundreds of thousands of children.A recent Human Rights Watch report, "Without Education, There Will Be Nothing," documents that school registration fees have often placed schooling out of reach…
(2026-08-07). Trump denies weapons shortage but the tungsten ban suggests otherwise. thecanary.co 
Donald Trump insists the US has no shortage of weapons. But his latest move to restrict exports for key materials for munitions production — tells a different story. Trump recently threatened "long-term jail sentences" for anyone leaking information about alleged munition shortages facing the US, accusing them of making "treasonous statements". He said: Long-term jail […] | By
(2026-08-07). The Madman and the Statesman. mronline.org 
The truth is, I had promised myself I would avoid the temptation to analyze the statements and behavior of Argentina's president. The reason: to keep myself as far away as possible from a figure as despicable as the occupant of the Casa Rosada.
(2026-08-07). Senate committee holds Fauci in contempt as multiple outbreaks rage across the US. wsws.org The same government prosecuting the scientists who study infectious disease has dismantled the surveillance systems that would measure its return.
(2026-08-07). 1 dead, 2 missing after mudslide hits Zhashui County in Shaanxi. ecns.cn One person has been killed, and two others remain missing after a mudslide triggered by heavy rainfall in Zhashui county in Shangluo, Shaanxi province, Xinhua News Agency reported on Thursday.
(2026-08-07). When Politics Goes into Extra Time: How Trump Turned FIFA into a Battleground of Power. moderndiplomacy.eu FIFA has now abandoned its controversial plan to sell a stake in World Cup commercial rights, after opposition from Europe and other football confederations turned what appeared to be an investment dispute into a wider challenge to Gianni Infantino's leadership. There was a time when FIFA threatened governments with suspension under the banner of "keeping …
(2026-08-07). Abdul El-Sayed deals record-breaking loss to Israel lobby. electronicintifada.net "Truly catastrophic loss for the geniuses at AIPAC" also hits Democratic establishment.
(2026-08-07). Turns Out the WNBA Might Be in Good Hands After All [Op-Ed]. newsone.com 
Source: Jason Miller / Getty | I have spent a good portion of this WNBA season tracking the While the executive suite remains stalled in bureaucratic hesitation and blatan…
(2026-08-07). Syria says bomb on minibus near Damascus wounded 14, deaths reported mistakenly. al-monitor.com By Yamaam Al-Shaar and Firas MakdesiAug 6 (Reuters) – A bomb planted in a minibus wounded 14 people on the outskirts of Syria's capital Damascus on Thursday night, with some of the injuries so severe that they were taken for fatalities, an official said on Friday.Officials had said on Thursday that two people were killed in the blast. Health ministry head of media, Riad al-Sayed Hasan, told Reuters that assessment was based on the discovery of body parts at the scene which turned out to be those of some of the people severely wounded.
(2026-08-07). Thai teen kills 7 in rampage at home and school before shooting himself. geo.tv Forensic police officers examine the building of Debsirin Nonthaburi School, where the shooting incident took place, in Bang Kruai district in Nonthaburi province on the outskirts of Bangkok, Thailand, August 7, 2026.— Reuters Student says many shots heard during…
(2026-08-07). Is Donald Trump Wearing A Wig? Internet Debates After His Most Recent Appearance. newsone.com 
Source: Image Photo Agency / Getty | Is President Donald Trump wearing a wig? That's the question at the top of people's minds after the 80-year-old Republican spoke at Las Vegas' Red Rock Resort on Aug. 5 about his trade conflicts with the Canadian government, "They are. They're nasty. I love the people, but they're nasty. Nasty leadership," he said. | Donald Trump Wig controversy causes internet Meltdown: Wig? Wizardry? Or Just a Really Good Hair Day?: | Forget the economy, world affairs, o…
(2026-08-07). Belarusian PM meets with Kyrgyzstan president. eng.belta.by Heads of government from the EAEU member states, including Belarusian Prime Minister Aleksandr Turchin, have met with President Sadyr Japarov of Kyrgyzstan.
(2026-08-07). Supplying Arms to Israel a Blot on Indian Moral Ethos: Jamiat. ummid.com Expressing profound outrage, Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind President Maulana Mahmood Madani has termed the arms supply to Israel a 'dark stain on insaniayt and hindustaniyat – humanity and Indian moral ethos.
(2026-08-07). Ceuta: the EU's shifting stance on immigration. strategic-culture.su What Ceuta and Melilla have set in motion will not end anytime soon. | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | Something is happening | Warning:…
(2026-08-07). Harbin brings winter indoors in height of summer. ecns.cn Alejandra Palacios found herself moving from summer heat to winter chill in just a matter of minutes.One moment, she was strolling in almost 30 C warmth in summer clothes.
(2026-08-07). Commission to brief media on election timetable. sanews.gov.za Commission to brief media on election timetable | With just hours to go before the midnight deadline for South Africans to register or update their details online ahead of the 2026 Local Government Elections, the Electoral Commission is set to provide an update on key dates in the election timetable. ⚪ Electoral Commission Chairperson, Commissioner Mosotho Moepya, will brief the nation today on key dates in the election timetable as the country marches towards the 4 November polls. ⚪ In a post on social media platform X, on Thursday, the Commission said: "Your vote starts with registration. Proclamation on 7…
(2026-08-07). Across Borders and Prison Walls: Keeping Families Connected During the Libya—Chad Conflict. icrc.org Long before the crises that followed 2011, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) had already built a long and sometimes difficult history of humanitarian engagement in Libya and across its borders.
(2026-08-07). The Quiet Financial Revolution: How BRICS Is Reshaping the Global Monetary Order. infobrics.org Why Alternative Payment Systems Not a Common CurrencyMay Become BRICS' Greatest Financial Innovation…
(2026-08-07). Harvesting late into the night in Volozhin District. eng.belta.by Machine operators at the Pershai-2014 agricultural company in Volozhin District are harvesting wheat crops. The district has removed 40% of grain crops and 96% of rapeseed.
(2026-08-07). "Focus Is on Affordability" : Cindy Holscher, Kansas Dem Nominee for Gov, on Data Center Fight & More. democracynow.org 
Kansas state Senator Cindy Holscher won Tuesday's primary race to become the Democratic nominee in the state's gubernatorial race, facing Republican Ty Masterson in November. Holscher clinched the nomination over fellow state lawmaker Ethan Corson, who was backed by the outgoing Democratic Kansas Governor Laura Kelly. Holscher's victory is seen as another resounding defeat for establishment Democrats in Kansas and nationwide. The fight over data centers became a defining issue in the Kansas race. | "We see [data centers] suck up the resources in terms of water. We see energy usage causing…
(2026-08-07). Senate Shelves Crypto Market-Structure Bill, But Wall Street Keeps Buying Bitcoin. moderndiplomacy.eu The US Senate will not vote on crypto's most consequential piece of pending legislation before lawmakers leave Washington for their August recess, leaving the digital-asset industry's push for a formal market-structure law stalled for at least another six weeks. Majority Leader John Thune said Thursday that the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act lacked the votes …
(2026-08-07). Belarus, Russia launch 8th Bridge of Friendship young writers competition. eng.belta.by Applications and entries will be accepted through 31 October. The results will be announced by 31 December, while the award ceremony will take place in 2027.
(2026-08-07). Welsh independence campaign group YesCymru sets 2032 referendum target. thecanary.co 
The nation's most prominent pro-Welsh independence campaign and pressure group, YesCymru, has set an ambitious target of 2032 for Welsh secession. This week, YesCymru set a clear and ambitious objective for the country's growing movement. It wants the Welsh people to have a sovereign referendum on Welsh independence in 2032. The announcement came at the […] | By
(2026-08-07). Belarusian PM: EAEU industrial cooperation mechanism needs fine-tuning. eng.belta.by Belarusian Prime Minister Aleksandr Turchin has proposed revisiting the terms for supporting industrial cooperation within the EAEU as he spoke at the Eurasian Intergovernmental Council meeting in Cholpon-Ata, Kyrgyzstan on 7 August.
(2026-08-07). Do you know who owns the media you watch? aljazeera.com Today, a total of 6 companies own 90% of the American media market.
(2026-08-07). It's the math — How China is avoiding the AI bubble. mronline.org 
Instead of reaching for the stars, like U.S. companies do, the Chinese are out to solve down-to-earth problems.
(2026-08-07). Workers welcome 2-year suspension of UAW International staffer for death threat against Will Lehman. wsws.org On August 4, the court-appointed UAW Monitor stripped Raymond Jensen Jr., an organizer for the UAW Department of Bargaining Strategy, of his membership for two years and barred him for life from union office after ruling that his threat violated federal election rules.
(2026-08-07). A "socialism" for the New York Times: Jacobin founder Bhaskar Sunkara's interview with Ross Douthat. wsws.org One of the DSA's most prominent voices sat down with a conservative columnist of the New York Times to deliver a systematic, point-by-point assurance that the DSA is loyal to American capitalism.
(2026-08-07). HHS goes after the horrific grim reaper. indybay.org Medical students dissecting human cadavers.
(2026-08-07). Five pillars of Lukashenko's diplomacy: Lessons for the West. eng.belta.by Our world is remarkably unpredictable. It seems that only yesterday the collective West was prophesying decline and oblivion for Belarus, yet today Western analysts are meticulously studying Minsk's actions on the international stage, impressed by the effectiveness of the Belarusian model of diplomacy and "Lukashenko's strategic vision".
(2026-08-07). Unique amulet from 3rd millennium B.C. found in Beshenkovichi District. eng.belta.by During the expedition, researchers discovered numerous artifacts primarily associated with the Northern Belarusian culture, including pottery fragments, bone, antler and flint objects, hunting weapons, fishing equipment, as well as artistic items and ornaments.
(2026-08-07). Seven killed, 15 wounded in Thailand school shooting: police. geo.tv An injured teacher receives medical attention inside an ambulance at Debsirin Nonthaburi School, the site of a shooting incident, in Bang Kruai district of Nonthaburi province on the outskirts of Bangkok, Thailand, August 7, 2026.— ReutersStudent says many shots heard during…
(2026-08-07). Trump and Israel are demanding that Palestinians disarm. Here is why that is wrong and unjust. mondoweiss.net 
Demands that Hamas disarm follow decades of international calls for a "demilitarized Palestinian state." These demands insist that Palestinians surrender their right to self-defense, a right no people should relinquish.
(2026-08-07). Russian PM announces unified e-commerce rules across EAEU. eng.belta.by We will approve the agreement on electronic trade in goods on the internal union market, the Russian prime minister said.
(2026-08-07). EAEU heads of government sign cooperation documents in Cholpon-Ata. eng.belta.by Among the documents signed was an agreement on electronic trade in goods within the EAEU.
(2026-08-07). Maharashtra B Pharm, Pharm D Admission 2026 Starts – Apply Now. ummid.com The Maharashtra State Common Entrance Test (CET) Cell has started online registration and application process for admission in Pharmacy, B. Pharmacy and Pharm. D, for the year 2026-27 via its official website 'ph2026.mahacet.org'.
(2026-08-07). Wildfire Smoke Now Threatens Prenatal Health More Than Harmful Human Emissions. truthout.org In 1965, a presidential advisory panel issued a report warning that pervasive chemical and carbon pollution was harming environmental health and changing the climate. Five years later, President Richard Nixon signed the Clean Air Act. Since that 1970 law and its amendments were passed, combined emissions of a half dozen harmful air pollutants from vehicles and industrial sources have… |
(2026-08-07). Workers Struggles: Asia, Australia and the Pacific. wsws.org India: App-based gig workers strike in Assam; Bihar sanitation workers continue walkout; Pakistan: CDA workers demonstrate against privatisation; Australia: Victorian public hospital doctors to strike over pay and unsafe workloads; BHP Pilbara port workers escalate industrial campaign…
(2026-08-07). Pashinyan acknowledges incompatibility of EAEU and EU membership. eng.belta.by Armenia understands that simultaneous membership in the EAEU and the EU is impossible., Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan said as he spoke at an expanded session of the Eurasian Intergovernmental Council in Cholpon-Ata.
(2026-08-07). Brest museum opens Heritage in Ornament exhibition. eng.belta.by The Heritage in Ornament exhibition opened at the Brest Oblast Museum of Local Lore on 7 August.
(2026-08-07). Sunday 8/9: Resist & Defend Sundays. indybay.org Corner of Civic Center Drive and North San Pedro Drive (entrance to Civic Center), San Rafael…
(2026-08-07). US appeals court blocks Trump's $400 million White House ballroom project. geo.tv Construction of a ballroom at the White House seen from a window at the Washington Monument, in Washington, DC, US, August 4, 2026. — Reuters
(2007-08-26). Mir Raza exhumation delayed as family rejects newly formed medical board. tribune.com.pk 
The family of waffle chain owner Mir Raza Ali on Friday submitted an application to the judicial magistrate expressing no confidence in a newly constituted medical board tasked with carrying out his exhumation, prompting authorities to halt proceedings as a dispute over the board's composition intensified. | The development came a day after a judicial magistrate ordered the exhumation of the 25-year-old's body and the formation of a medico-legal board to conduct a fresh post-mortem examination following the family's appeal over alleged discrepancies in the initial autopsy identified by the police surgeon. | Mi…
(2026-08-07). Where in the world are 5 new Quran Memorizers produced every day? ummid.com Ever wondered where in the world are 5 new Quran Memorizers produced every day? The answer is…
(2026-08-07). State Rep. Justin Pearson Wins Tennessee Democratic Congressional Primary. newsone.com 
(2026-08-07). Belkoopsoyuz criticized for poor performance. eng.belta.by The president addressed Chairperson of the Belkoopsoyuz Board Inessa Korotkevich and asked two classic questions: who is to blame and what is to be done.
(2026-08-07). Thursday 9/10: "Obsolete" : The Alarming Implications of AI Industry – Book Talk w/ author Garrison Lovely. indybay.org Virtual…
(2026-08-07). The Trump Administration Has Lost 75 of 93 First Amendment Cases, Report Finds. scheerpost.com By Chris Walker This article was originally published by Truthout The cases involved challenges to the administration's violations of religious freedom, the free press, and free speech. A review of court cases finds that the Trump administration has been challenged dozens of times for violations of multiple First Amendment protections since January 2025, losing in …
(2026-08-07). How smarter garden planning can help Australian homes adapt to climate change. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-08-07). Actress, engineer, widow among new women MPs. al-monitor.com In Syria's first post-Assad parliament, women lawmakers stand out more for their diversity than their numbers: a famous actress, a Christian engineer, a Kurdish leader and the widow of a hardline Islamist commander. | Women hold 22 of the 207 current seats in Syria's parliament, or just over 10 percent, similar to the previous assembly under longtime ruler Bashar al-Assad, who was toppled by an Islamist alliance in 2024 after more than a decade of civil war.
(2026-08-07). Sunday 8/16: Stand with the Students of India. indybay.org In front of Superior Court | 39439 Paseo Padre Pkwy | Fremont, California 94538…
(2026-08-07). Dems Warn Prediction Markets Allowing Bets on Wildfires Threaten Public Safety. truthout.org Several Democratic senators have sent a letter to Michael Selig, chair of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), expressing deep concern about online prediction gambling markets allowing bets on wildfires. The letter, sent earlier this week, notes that Polymarket — an online prediction gambling website — allowed users to bet on several questions relating to the Palisades and Eaton… |
(2026-08-07). Global Stocks Steady Ahead of US Jobs Report as Oil Rises. moderndiplomacy.eu Investors Await Key US Employment Data Amid Strong Earnings Season Global financial markets traded cautiously on Friday as investors awaited the release of the closely watched United States jobs report, while rising oil prices driven by renewed Middle East tensions limited gains across equity markets. Despite the cautious mood, global equities remained on course for …
(2026-08-07). Belarus, China to conduct joint Swift Eagle 2026 exercise. eng.belta.by The exercise will take place in Hubei Province in central China from 11 to 24 August. The participants will practice counterterrorism operations, including reconnaissance, seizing and holding positions, clearing territory and organizing defensive operations.
(2026-08-07). Pearson wins primary, but racist map may block him from Congress. peoplesworld.org 
MEMPHIS, Tenn.—On the 61st anniversary of the Voting Rights Act, Tennessee State Rep. Justin Pearson won the Democratic primary for a congressional seat Republican lawmakers had specifically redrawn to erase the political power of Memphis's Black majority. "Exactly 61 years from the signing of the Voting Rights Act, we won our primary despite a redistricting …
(2026-08-07). Forty-three years after Hawke, Australia needs a new economic debate. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-08-07). Brazil Withdraws Ambassador From Argentina Following Milei's Insults. orinocotribune.com The government of Brazil announced that it was downgrading the level of its diplomatic relations with Argentina to that of chargé d'affaires, and that Ambassador Julio Bitelli will not be returning to Buenos Aires. | The measure, announced on Tuesday, August 4, is in response to the continuous insults from President Javier Milei against his Brazilian counterpart Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, reports Argentinian news outlet Página12. | The decision was communicated directly to the Argentinian ambassador in Brasília, Daniel Raimondi, so the continuity of the Argentinian diplomat in Brasília will depend on the decision…
(2026-08-07). First FEZ, gas networks in rural areas, healthcare: How Brest Oblast has changed over 30 years. eng.belta.by Natalya Kochanova met with representatives of Brest Oblast who had been elected and served in the Council of the Republic over the years.
(2026-08-07). AI used to create viruses not found in nature for first time. aljazeera.com US researchers say they created 16 viruses using AI, prompting hopes for medical advances and concerns about misuse.
(2026-08-07). A campaign is underway to erase the Palestinian refugee question once and for all. Palestinians must resist. mondoweiss.net 
A bill in Congress aims to dismantle UNRWA, the UN agency for Palestinian refugees. It is part of a coordinated campaign to eliminate the possibility of justice for Palestinian refugees. Palestinians must resist before it's too late.
(2026-08-07). Campaigners end carrier's barbaric live cattle export from Ireland to France. thecanary.co 
A year-long campaign by animal rights groups has resulted in Brittany Ferries ceasing their cruel live export of animals from Ireland to France. The vile practice involves subjecting animals to lengthy journeys in dire conditions. Animals endure a terrifying experience in noisy, cramped, overheated environments, often without food or water, only to be murdered when […] | By
(2026-08-07). Wednesday 8/5: Block the Bombs Phonebank. indybay.org Online | actionnetwork.org/events/block-the-bombs……
(2026-08-07). Palantir Paid No Federal Income Tax. Its Global Tax Rate Is Just 1.4 Percent. truthout.org Palantir Technologies, one of the world's most influential — and controversial — surveillance tech companies, enjoyed an effective tax rate of just 1.4% globally last year while paying no US federal income tax despite recording substantial profits, an analysis released on Wednesday revealed. The study, Who Pays for the Surveillance State?, was written by the Center for International Corporate… |
(2026-08-07). Trump targets birthright citizenship in renewed attack on 14th Amendment. wsws.org The orders seek to create a hereditary caste of US-born people denied citizenship based on their parents' political affiliations, employment or alleged conduct.
(2026-08-07). After the floods, hunger: Mozambique's second disaster. aljazeera.com Lost harvests and disrupted supply routes have pushed many families deeper into food insecurity.
(2026-08-07). NATJOINTS assures security readiness for 46th SADC Summit. sanews.gov.za NATJOINTS assures security readiness for 46th SADC Summit | The National Joint Operational and Intelligence Structure (NATJOINTS) has assured that comprehensive security arrangements are in place for the 46th Southern African Development Community (SADC) Summit, which will take place in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal from 16 to 17 August. ⚪ Briefing the media on Friday, Chairperson of NATJOINTS Lieutenant General Tebello Mosikili said law enforcement, intelligence and emergency services are working together to ensure the safe and successful hosting of the regional gathering, which will bring together 12 Heads of State a…
(2026-08-07). Good Law Project says EHRC anti-trans code misinterprets the law. thecanary.co 
On 5 August, the Equality and Human Rights Commission's (EHRC) new transphobic code of practice came into force. However, on that same day, the Good Law Project (GLP) announced that it would support Leigh Day solicitors and two claimants — a "trans person and a trans-inclusive organisation" — in a legal challenge to the code. […] | By
(2026-08-07). Campaigners demand urgent government action this Severe ME Day. thecanary.co 
Another Severe Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME) Awareness Week will pass in absolute silence from the government. The Canary has reported extensively on how ME patients are left to die in hospitals by the NHS. People like Sophia Mirza who died in 2005 after being sectioned under the mental health act without even basic nurse care. 8 […] | By
(2026-08-07). The New Apologists for American Empire. fpif.org The Trump administration marked the two-hundred-and-fiftieth anniversary of U.S. independence with a series of statements in support of American empire. | Despite the fact that Trump campaigned against endless war and the White House issued a
(2026-08-07). Belarus, India ready to sign intergovernmental cultural cooperation program. eng.belta.by The ministries of culture of Belarus and India are ready to sign an intergovernmental cultural cooperation program.
(2026-08-07). Call to rally behind Banyana Banyana. sanews.gov.za Call to rally behind Banyana Banyana | Deputy Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture Peace Mabe has called on all South Africans to rally behind Banyana Banyana as they prepare to face Morocco in a crucial quarter-final match at the 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) on Saturday. | The senior women's national team booked their place in the quarter-finals after defeating Burkina Faso 1-0 in Casablanca, Morocco, on Tuesday night. | Congratulating the team on Wednesday, Mabe said their qualification was a powerful demonstration of resilience and determination following a challenging start to the tournament.
(2026-08-07). Law Firm With Trump Ties Receives $150M Contract To Represent Migrant Children. newsone.com 
Source: Burke Law Group / burkegroup.law | It's wild how the Trump administration is blatantly engaging in corruption, and no one is doing a thing about it. In the latest instance of Trump using taxpayer dollars to enrich his friends, the federal government has awarded a $150 million contract to a small, Texas law firm to represent migrant children who are in the U.S. without their parents. |
(2026-08-07). How Internet has Changed Genuine Friendships. ummid.com Today, despite being more digitally connected than ever before, many people quietly admit that genuine friendships have become harder to find.
(2026-08-07). Activists increasingly repressed in Philippines over resistance to mining destruction. thecanary.co 
Communities opposing mining destruction in the Philippines have been facing more and more repression. In a country whose elites have long submitted to US economic and political interests, state authorities and mining firms have both been increasingly intimidating activists because of their firm resistance. Intimidation from both lawyers and the police The North Luzon Mineral […] | By
(2026-08-07). Brazil formally accuses 16 people over 2024 Voepass deadly plane crash. aljazeera.com Official says plane was irregularly cleared for departure before crash that killed 62 people outside Sao Paulo.
(2026-08-07). Trump targets birthright citizenship again after losing Supreme Court case. thecanary.co 
Trump signed two new executive orders on Thursday. These orders were aimed at narrowing birthright citizenship. This came just a month after the Supreme Court struck down his previous attempt. According to Fox News, "the new directives rely on existing executive and immigration authorities and are intended to narrow eligibility for automatic citizenship in certain […] | By
(2026-08-07). Belarusian PM: EAEU remains a stabilizing factor in Eurasia. eng.belta.by The digitized results of our integration efforts show that the union remains a stabilizing force in the Eurasian region, Aleksandr Turchin said.
(2026-08-07). Lukashenko names those responsible for domestic demand. eng.belta.by The president emphasized that the share of Belarusian products on the domestic market is one of the key indicators of trade efficiency.
(2026-08-07). Economic costs of climate change soar in Europe, leaving working class to pay. wsws.org The strain falls on economies already being brought to breaking point by the parasitic growth of the super-rich oligarchy and its monopolisation of social wealth, coupled with the rapacious demands of the military.
(2026-08-07). Saturday 8/8: Sansaar Books – Grand Opening. indybay.org Located less than a block from El Cerrito Plaza BART at 6500 Fairmount Ave. in El Cerrito…