(2026-09-29). Houthis force Saudi to beg Trump again while nuclear ally Pakistan stays silent? | Houthis Vs US. hindustantimes.com Saudi Arabia is turning to Washington as fighting with Yemen's Iran-backed Houthis intensifies amid the wider U.S.-Iran war. Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan travelled to Washington after Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman sought direct U.S. military action against the Houthis. Donald Trump reportedly prepared strikes before pulling back, wary of opening another war front. But Riyadh also has a new defence pact with Pakistan and Türkiye — raising questions over why Saudi Arabia still needs Washington. As pressure builds around both the Strait of Hormuz and Bab el-Mandeb, could another front push…
(2026-09-29). US, Iran return to indirect diplomacy as Trump rejects proposal but seeks more talks. geo.tv Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi attends a meeting with Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani in Rome, April 19, 2025. — Reuters Talks will focus on amended version of Iran's latest proposal.Iran foreign minister stayed in New York after UN General AssemblyIran…
presstv.co.uk (2026-09-27). Pezeshkian says exposed US-Israeli crimes, Trump's 'terrorism' at UNGA
President Masoud Pezeshkian says he made use of the 81st session of the UN General Assembly to expose the unprecedented crimes of the United States and Israel against the Iranian nation and the broader West Asia region.
english.palinfo.com (2026-09-27). Untreated wastewater floods Gaza coast as sanitation collapses
Gaza's sewage crisis is worsening as damaged wastewater networks and treatment facilities remain out of service, compounded by critical shortages of fuel, spare parts, and operational supplies.
As a result, Gaza's municipalities have been forced to dump untreated sewage directly into the sea, triggering warnings of severe environmental and public health hazards.
aljazeera.com (2026-09-28). Israeli fans direct monkey chants and military slogans at Ireland's players
Israel's fans targeted monkey chants at Ireland's Adam Idah, who scored a goal in his team's 3-0 Nations League win.
english.palinfo.com (2026-09-28). Hamas slams Ben Gvirs threat to kill prisoner Hasan Salameh
Ben Gvir has released a video in which he is seen threatening to kill senior Hamas official Hassan Salameh. Salameh is serving multiple life sentences for carrying out resistance operations against the Israeli occupation. Hamas accused Itamar Ben Gvir of turning Israeli prisons into arenas for extrajudicial executions, saying his policy of intimidation constitutes a blatant violation of international law.
presstv.co.uk (2026-09-28). Iran exercises full control over Strait of Hormuz, Persian Gulf: Senior commander
A senior Iranian military commander says the country exercises full control over the Strait of Hormuz and the Persian Gulf, reiterating the armed forces' readiness to confront any threat.
presstv.co.uk (2026-09-28). Contrary to UN charter and Islamic teachings: Iran slams Saudi massacre at Yemen marketThe Iranian Foreign Ministry has condemned the escalating Saudi military attacks on Yemen, specifically denouncing the deadly airstrikes on a crowded market in Taiz that left dozens of civilians killed and injured.
presstv.co.uk (2026-09-28). Gaza's hidden crisis: Thousands face hearing loss amid war and collapsing healthcareA hidden crisis is unfolding in Gaza, where relentless bombardment has left thousands of civilians, especially children, with hearing loss. As healthcare systems collapse and vital treatment is delayed, young victims face isolation and a lack of support.
english.palinfo.com (2026-09-28). Smotrich threatens Gaza-style war on West Bank
Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich has escalated his rhetoric against the occupied West Bank, calling for a war there similar to Israel's genocidal war on the Gaza Strip and demanding the dismantling of the Palestinian Authority.
presstv.co.uk (2026-09-28). Iran condemns Trump's 'hateful and disgusting' threats in UN complaint
Iran has condemned explicit threats by US President Donald Trump to annihilate the Islamic Republic, warning that such statements violate international law and the UN Charter and should not be dismissed as political rhetoric.
presstv.co.uk (2026-09-28). Eight US marines injured in recent Iranian attack near Strait of Hormuz: Report
Eight US marines have reportedly been injured in a recent Iranian attack on American forces in the Strait of Hormuz amid Washington's ongoing war of aggression against the country.
trtworld.com (2026-09-28). Ireland snub Israel with no handshakes, black armbands for Gaza genocide
Black armbands were also worn by the Irish team in recognition of the Palestinian lives lost in Israel's Gaza genocide.
During the ceremony, the Irish footballers bowed their heads as the Israeli anthem was played and subsequently did not shake the hands of the Israeli team.
presstv.co.uk (2026-09-28). Iranian delegation will hold talks with mediators in New York: Report
The Iranian delegation, which has travelled to New York to attend the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly, will reportedly meet in the US city with mediators trying to get Tehran-Washington talks back on track.
(2026-09-29). Iran's women step into war drills: Is Mojtaba preparing a secret force Trump never expected to face. hindustantimes.com Iran is expanding its Janfadaa civilian mobilisation campaign, with the IRGC holding a major exercise in Tehran and training volunteers for military, security and emergency-response roles. As tensions with the U.S. and Israel remain high, footage shows Iranian women undergoing weapons and basic military training, raising questions over how far Tehran plans to expand civilian preparedness and whether Janfadaa could become a wider reserve force during a prolonged conflict.
(2026-09-29). Why UAE confirming Netanyahu's trip is good news for India: Shishir Gupta explains amid Gulf chaos. hindustantimes.com Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's visit to Abu Dhabi and meeting with UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed has put renewed focus on the Abraham Accords and Israel—UAE strategic ties. Point Blank examines what the engagement could signal for Iran, the Houthis, regional security cooperation, Gulf stability and India's interests. The discussion also explores whether closer Israel—UAE coordination could strengthen the case for reviving the India—Middle East—Europe Economic Corridor, or IMEC. The programme treats the meeting's detailed agenda and wider military implications as uncon…
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(2026-09-29). Democracy Now! 2026-09-29 Tuesday. democracynow.org Headlines for September 29, 2026; Greenland Deal: Trump Drops Threat to Annex Denmark Territory in Favor of Greater U.S. Military Role; "Buying More Time for the Genocide": Muhammad Shehada on Trump's Gaza Plan 1 Year Later; Afghans "Have Been the Victims" of U.S. Military, Taliban, Cartels & More for Decades: Nagieb Khaja | Headlines for September 29, 2026; Greenland Deal: Trump Drops Threat to Annex Denmark Territory in Favor of Greater U.S. Military Role; "Buying More Time for the Genocide": Muhammad Shehada on Trump's Gaza Plan 1 Year Later; Afghans "Have Be…
(2026-09-29). Saturday 10/3: Against Wars-What Are We Fighting For? Panel On Fight Against Wars,Genocide & For Workers. indybay.org
(2026-09-29). Harris campaigns with El-Sayed in Detroit: Gaza genocide buried in the name of Democratic "unity" wsws.org El-Sayed previously said he was "humbled and grateful" for Harris's support, which he described as "critical" to his electoral prospects.
(2026-09-29). Oakland Arms Embargo: Mass Mobilization at FedEx. indybay.org MASS MOBILIZATION: | ALL OUT FOR THREE YEARS OF GENOCIDE, | SHIPPED BY FEDEX! | üóìÔ∏è Friday, October 9 | ‚è∞ 10 am | üìçFedEx Shipping Center, Oakland (9190 Edes Ave)…
(2026-09-29). Una joven chilena admiradora de la Revolución cubana. radiohc.cu 
"Soy Gabriela Leal Yilorm, chilena, tengo 17 años y estoy en el preuniversitario, en mi último año. Me gustaría ser profesora", así se presentó una joven que visitó recientemente la Isla caribeña y desde su organización, Juventud Comunista, realizan numerosas actividades en ayuda y apoyo a Cuba. | øCuáles actividades han realizado en solidaridad con Cuba? | "Bueno, primero que todo tuvimos un encuentro por la paz, con una jornada de reflexión con el tema del genocidio que se comete en Cuba y en Palestina. La acomapañamos con una peña cultural de carácter folclórico, con música y danza. Se la dedicamos a l…
(2026-09-29). Enérgica respuesta desde Argentina en solidaridad con Cuba. radiohc.cu 
El repudio al discurso fascista y genocida del presidente Donald Trump en las Naciones Unidas lo emitió el Movimiento Argentino de Solidaridad con Cuba, inmediatamente después de pronunciarse el 23 de septiembre de 2026. | El texto dice: ´La única verdad que dijo es que "Cuba está bajo una fuerte presión", de ello no quedan dudas, las amenazas a empresas y países para que no provean de petróleo a la Isla, son las causales de la falta de energía eléctrica en el país la mayor parte del día ª. | Expone también que en todo este año sólo ha entrado un barco con petróleo y que más de 7000 contenedores con in…
(2026-09-29). Delia C. Ramírez calls on U.S. Congress to act regarding a possible military operation against Cuba. radiohc.cu U.S. Congresswoman Delia C. Ramírez, representative for Illinois' 3rd District, publicly demanded that Congress convene and adopt a War Powers Resolution regarding Cuba, with the aim of preventing a U.S. military operation undertaken without legislative authorization. Ramírez currently serves on the House Committees on Homeland Security and Veterans' Affairs. | In a message posted on X, the congresswoman stated: | "From Iran to Cuba, warmongers in power cannot be trusted! We cannot allow Trump, Hegseth, and Rubio to carry out another illegal military operation against a sovereign nation! Congress must reconvene i…
(2026-09-29). Cuba: Between Military Threats and Economic Strangulation. radiohc.cu By Alejandra García Elizalde | Havana is facing an escalation of pressure in which threats of potential military action coexist, almost simultaneously, with messages from Washington about the possibility of reaching an agreement. Meanwhile, restrictions on fuel supplies and international trade are deepening the difficulties of ensuring essential services. | Will there be military action against Cuba? Will there be negotiations? Is Washington seeking an agreement or preparing for confrontation? Within a matter of hours, signals coming from the United States appear to be pointing in opposite directions. | On Friday…
(2026-09-29). "Se llega con la historia" : Eyedelkis Medina, un premio y las raíces que cruzan fronteras. radiohc.cu 
Hay noticias que se leen como un resultado y otras que invitan a mirar el camino que existe detrás. Para Eyedelkis Medina García, profesora titular, emprendedora y guantanamera, el primer lugar obtenido en el concurso internacional "Escribe sobre emprendimiento: Emprender desde el Reto en Cuba" es, sobre todo, el reconocimiento a una trayectoria construida entre aulas, proyectos, aprendizajes, desafíos y muchas horas de trabajo. | Su propuesta fue seleccionada entre 325 participantes en un certamen realizado en Suiza y dirigido a escritoras afrodescendientes latinoamericanas. El reconocimiento contempla un premio…
(2026-09-29). Matanzas acogió acto nacional por aniversario 66 de los CDR. radiohc.cu 
La comunidad de Gelpis, en Matanzas, fue escenario este lunes del acto nacional por el aniversario 66 de los Comités de Defensa de la Revolución (CDR), por sus resultados, motivo por el que le fue conferida a la occidental provincia la condición de Vanguardia Nacional. | La ceremonia comenzó con las palabras del líder histórico de la Revolución, Comandante en Jefe Fidel Castro Ruz (1926-2016): Mientras exista en el hombre ansias de progreso, de superación, de perfeccionamiento, tendrán una tarea los CDR". | El miembro del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba, del Consejo de Estado y coordinador nacional de…
(2026-09-29). Ecos de la Eternidad: Enrique Alfonso conversa con Dante desde la pintura. radiohc.cu Hay obras que comienzan mucho antes de llegar a una galería. Para el artista visual cubano Enrique Alfonso Rodríguez, el punto de partida de su próximo proyecto expositivo fue una lectura pendiente: La Divina Comedia, de Dante Alighieri. | El 16 de octubre la Casa Carmen Montilla, en La Habana Vieja, acogerá Ecos de la Eternidad, una muestra integrada por ocho óleos sobre lienzo de grandes dimensiones, inspirados en el universo del Infierno, el Purgatorio y el Paraíso. | El proyecto nació como continuidad de Revelaciones, exposición anterior inspirada en la obra y las obsesiones del escritor argentino Jorge Luis…
(2026-09-29). Energía solar para fortalecer los servicios de salud en Santiago de Cuba. radiohc.cu 
Cinco policlínicos y un consultorio médico de Santiago de Cuba incorporan sistemas fotovoltaicos como parte de las acciones dirigidas a respaldar con fuentes renovables la prestación de servicios de salud, con el apoyo solidario de la Federación Internacional de la Cruz Roja y de la Media Luna Roja. | La instalación de estos sistemas contribuye a garantizar mayor estabilidad en servicios esenciales de esas instituciones, con un impacto directo en las comunidades donde se encuentran y en las familias que acuden diariamente a ellas. | De acuerdo con información difundida por el Ministerio de Salud Pública en su cue…
(2026-09-29). Museo Servando Cabrera de La Habana rendirá tributo al pintor cubano. radiohc.cu A 45 años del fallecimiento del artista Servando Cabrera, la especialista Teresa Toranzo presidirá hoy en La Habana un conversatorio sobre el papel de este creador en la pintura cubana, un evento organizado por el Museo Biblioteca Servando Cabrera. | La cita se desarrollará en el horario de la mañana, en la sede de la institución cultural, ubicada en la zona de El Vedado. | El encuentro busca rendir tributo al creador en el aniversario de su deceso y subrayar la vigencia de su legado y su influencia en las artes plásticas de la isla caribeña, precisó el Museo en redes sociales. | Inaugurado el 26 de enero de 2007…
(2026-09-29). A cry for Gaza that brought cheers, anger and a demand for justice at Labour conference | Watch, UK>. hindustantimes.com UK Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband has condemned the suffering in Gaza and the West Bank, calling it a "stain on the conscience of the world" while addressing the Labour Party Conference in Liverpool. Miliband said Israel's security concerns cannot justify the suffering in Gaza, accused Israeli settlers of ethnic cleansing and referred to evidence of alleged war crimes and Israel's occupation of Palestinian territory.
(2026-09-29). 'Build rather than destroy…': A powerful UAE call, but who in the Middle East will answer? | UNGA. hindustantimes.com At the UN General Assembly, the UAE has urged nations to "build rather than destroy", calling for de-escalation, diplomacy and dialogue amid mounting regional tensions. UAE Minister of State Khalifa Al Marar also addressed Gaza, Iran, Sudan and freedom of navigation, while backing a political path towards a two-state solution.
(2026-09-29). Kites Fly at Crissy Field in Message of Hope and Support. indybay.org Fundraiser raises over $11,500 for Gaza Soup Kitchen…
(2026-09-29). United in Heart | How did a university in a Shanghai alley become a living memorial to the early days of the United Front. ecns.cn A revolutionary university was once hailed as "Shanghai University for scholarship, Whampoa for military training" and "Peking University in the north during the May Fourth era, Shanghai University in the south during the May Thirtieth era" . But who would have thought that it was once tucked away in the narrow-lanes in Shanghai?
(2026-09-29). The German Left won Big in Berlin, but will it Govern? juancole.com Oliola (Special to Informed Comment; Feature) —— Her name is Elif Eralp; she is the daughter of Turkish political refugees and has a strong chance of becoming Berlin's next mayor. Her left-wing party, Die Linke ("The Left"), won the city-state elections in the German capital on Sunday 20, taking 25.7% of the vote, up from 12.2% in the 2023 elections. If Die Linke reaches a coalition agreement with The Greens and the center-left Social Democrats (SPD), Eralp could become the second Die Linke member to lead a land, or German state. She would be following the steps of Bodo Ramelow, who presided over the ea…
(2026-09-29). New FCC and FTC Complaint Demands Broadcasters Cease Airing Trump's Illegal Taxpayer-Funded Ads. commondreams.org Following the appearance of a second television ad boosting the image of President Donald Trump and paid for by government funds, Public Citizen
(2026-09-29). PetroChina Southwest Oil & Gasfield achieves major output milestone. ecns.cn PetroChina Southwest Oil & Gasfield Company has surpassed 30 million metric tons of oil and gas equivalent output in 2026, reaching the milestone on Sept. 28 and setting a record for the same period in the company's history.
(2026-09-29). Shanghai Electric's latest Malaysian project marks a step forward for China's high-end power equipment in overseas markets. ecns.cn Shanghai Electric has secured the contract for Unit 3 of the Samalaju Combined Cycle Gas Turbine (CCGT) Project in Sarawak, Malaysia, marking the first overseas deployment of a heavy-duty gas turbine manufactured by the Chinese company. The deal is seen as a milestone in the international commercialization of China's heavy-duty gas turbine technology.
(2026-09-29). Heilongjiang posts double-digit growth in goods trade from Jan-Aug. ecns.cn Heilongjiang Province's total goods trade reached 232.01 billion yuan (about $32.3 billion) in the first eight months of 2026, up 11.1% year on year, according to data released by Harbin Customs. Exports rose 21.7% to 71.73 billion yuan, while imports increased 6.9 percent to 160.28 billion yuan.
(2026-09-29). AI-powered design takes center stage at World Design Cities Conference in Shanghai. ecns.cn AI-powered design took center stage at the 2026 World Design Cities Conference, which opened in Shanghai on Monday under the theme "Design without Boundaries, Quality through Intelligence."
(2026-09-29). Shanghai ports records 343,000 passenger trips during Mid-Autumn Festival holiday. ecns.cn Shanghai ports handled 343,000 inbound and outbound passenger trips during the three-day Mid-Autumn Festival holiday from Sept. 25 to 27, according to the Shanghai General Station of Immigration Inspection on Monday.
(2026-09-29). FBI adds Goldy Brar to 10 most wanted fugitives list, offers $1 million reward. ptcnews.tv PTC Web Desk: The US Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has placed alleged gangster Satinderjeet Singh, popularly known as Goldy Brar, on its 10 most wanted fugitives list and announced a reward of up to $1 million for information that could lead to his arrest.The FBI alleges that Brar is a key North American leader of the Lawrence Bishnoi organised crime group, which investigators have linked to violent criminal activity in the United States and Canada.According to US federal authorities, the group has allegedly been involved in a range of crimes, including targeted killings, shootings, kidnappings, extortio…
(2026-09-29). Fujian coast guard conducts routine law enforcement patrols near Kinmen. ecns.cn The coast guard of east China's Fujian Province have been conducting routine law enforcement patrols in waters near Kinmen since September, a spokesperson with the China Coast Guard said Tuesday.
(2026-09-29). China's first 50,000-dwt smart and cybersecure tanker enters service. ecns.cn China's first 50,000-dwt MR product tanker with both smart ship and cybersecurity certifications entered service in Dalian, Liaoning Province, on Tuesday, marking a new step in the development of intelligent shipping.
(2026-09-29). China marks 2,577th anniversary of Confucius' birth. ecns.cn Actors dressed in traditional attire perform during a grand ceremony honoring Confucius in the philosopher's hometown Qufu, east China's Shandong Province…
(2026-09-29). Lebanon: Humanitarian needs remain acute amid continued uncertainty. icrc.org April-September 2026…
(2026-09-29). Preserving humanity in war by strengthening commitment to IHL. icrc.org Statement delivered by Elyse Mosquini, Permanent Observer to the UN, at the Arria-formula meeting of the UN Security Council on upholding international law in situations of armed conflict, 16 September 2026, New York.
(2026-09-29). Sunday 10/18: VFHL Roundtable. indybay.org Zoom | Tinyurl.com/VFHL-October2026…
(2026-09-29). Xtinction Rebellion Issues Environmental Warning, Second Notice. indybay.org Activists return to SF Ferry Building in ongoing protests…
(2026-09-29). Friday 10/9: Oakland Arms Embargo: Mass Mobilizationat FedEx. indybay.org FedEx Shipping Center, Oakland (9190 Edes Ave)…
(2026-09-29). AI, Techno Fascism & The Future Of The Working Class. indybay.org The issue of AI, tech fascism and the of the working class was the focus of a education panel.
(2026-09-29). Sunday 10/11: Steve Lucky & the Rhumba Bums at Rancho Nicasio, Marin County CA. indybay.org Rancho Nicasio Restaurant & Bar…
(2026-09-29). Socialist Equality Party (Canada) holds founding congress—a major advance in the building of the world party of socialist revolution. wsws.org The congress, held August 22-24, represented a milestone in the fight for Trotskyism in the Canadian working class and an historic advance in the ICFI's struggle on a global scale for the program of world socialist revolution.
(2026-09-29). New Zealand election: Labour's phony "principled" foreign policy. wsws.org Labour's call for a more "peaceful" orientation, with greater "independence" from the US and Israel, is a calculated fraud.
(2026-09-29). Friday 10/9: Protest Oakland FedEx. indybay.org 9190 Edes Ave, Oakland, CA 94603 i[FedEx Air Freight Center] | * Address: 9190 Edes Ave, Oakland, CA 94603…
(2026-09-29). China's generative AI users surpass 700 million, report says. ecns.cn More than 700 million people in China were using generative artificial intelligence as of mid-2026, with a penetration rate of more than 50%, according to a report released by the China Internet Network Information Center (CNNIC).
(2026-09-29). Workers Struggles: The Americas. wsws.org A coalition of 28 unions staged a protest in Asunción to demand pay parity for healthcare administrative workers while up to 7,000 Chicago hotel workers are prepared to launch strike action over poverty wages.
(2026-09-29). China to participate in UN secretary-general election process responsibly: FM spokesperson. ecns.cn China will participate in the election process for the next United Nations secretary-general in a responsible manner, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said on Monday.
(2026-09-29). Labour Changes From China to Africa: Panel On Chinese Unions & African Workers. indybay.org An international panel was held on the issue of China, the working class and the African working class struggle. Speakers talked about the unions in China, the role of China in South Africa and labor.
(2026-09-29). Poll: 57% of Japanese respondents say Tokyo should improve ties with China. ecns.cn A majority of Japanese respondents believe Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi should step up efforts to improve relations with China, according to a nationwide telephone survey conducted by Japanese newspaper The Asahi Shimbun on Saturday and Sunday.
(2026-09-29). Supreme Court allows expanded Homeland Security database to purge voter rolls ahead of midterm elections. wsws.org Just five weeks before the November 3 midterm elections, with early voting having already begun, the Supreme Court ruling could enable Republican officials to run multiple checks of voters in Democratic precincts, flagging hundreds of thousands and perhaps millions of suspected "illegal" voters and preventing many of them from casting ballots.
(2026-09-29). Thursday 10/15: The Clift Royal Sonesta Hotel Continues Its Speaker Series: Making History Fun Again. indybay.org The Clift Royal Sonesta Hotel, 495 Geary St, San Francisco, CA 94102…
(2026-09-29). Monday 9/28: People vs. Palantir: Global Week of Action Kickoff Call and Digital Rally. indybay.org Online | events.nnu.org/event/ebf15712-baf0-405f-……
(2026-09-29). Senate Expected to Vote on Israel Human Rights Abuse Report. commondreams.org On Tuesday, the U.S. Senate is expected to vote on
(2026-09-29). Thursday 10/1: LEPAIO Panel On Colombia GM Injured Workers & The Role Of US In The Americas. indybay.org Register in advance for this meeting: | us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/_kcHfTe……
(2026-09-29). Confucius' hometown marks 2,577th anniversary of the philosopher's birth. ecns.cn A ceremony was held Monday in Qufu, Shandong Province, to commemorate the 2,577th anniversary of Confucius' birth, drawing participants from China and abroad.
(2026-09-29). "We can adapt to anything, but not to war" icrc.org Delivering for people in conflict settings: reflections on an evolving humanitarian landscape…
(2026-09-29). Saturday 10/3: Worsening Climate Crisis…Not a Time for Magical Thinking. indybay.org Revolution Books | 2444 Durant Avenue | Berkeley, CA…
(2026-09-29). Tuesday 10/13: Webinar: U.S. Military Spending and How to Stop It. indybay.org Online | actionnetwork.org/events/webinar-us-mili……
(2026-09-29). New high-speed rail link shortens Shangqiu-Beijing trip by almost an hour. ecns.cn The Xiongshang section of the Beijing-Hong Kong high-speed railway entered operation on Sept. 28, marking the launch of the first high-speed train service from Shangqiu, Henan Province, to Xiong'an.
(2026-09-29). Brass Pooja Door : Creating a Graceful Entrance to Your Divine Space. indybay.org Enhance your sacred space with an intricately designed brass pooja door inspired by traditional Indian temple architecture. The decorative brass door adds elegance and a devotional character to home temples and pooja rooms.
(2026-09-29). Guangzhou's trade with ASEAN tops $21 billion in Jan-Aug. ecns.cn Guangzhou's foreign trade with ASEAN reached about 150 billion yuan (about $21.3 billion) in the first eight months of the year, up 6.6% year-on-year, according to the city's commerce bureau on Monday. ASEAN remains the city's largest economic and trade partner.
(2026-09-29). Dhanya Lakshmi: Exploring the Divine Goddess of Grain and Prosperity. indybay.org Bring the divine presence of Dhanya Lakshmi into your worship space with a beautifully crafted brass Lakshmi idol. Representing food, nourishment, prosperity and abundance, this Hindu goddess statue is suitable for home temples, pooja rooms and devotional spaces.
(2026-09-29). IIOJK Assembly backs return to statehood. geo.tv Security personnel stand guard at a roadblock in Jammu on August 7, 2019. — AFP/FileIndian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir's regional assembly endorsed the restoration of federal statehood on Monday, a non-binding resolution that politicians from Prime Minister Narendra…
(2026-09-29). China's Jiang Zhenbang, Wei Yaxin claim badminton mixed doubles gold at Asian Games. ecns.cn China's Jiang Zhenbang and Wei Yaxin claimed the badminton mixed doubles gold on Tuesday at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games.
(2026-09-29). Lord Narasimha Avatar: The Story of Vishnu's Powerful Fourth Incarnation. indybay.org Discover the powerful form of Lord Narasimha, the fourth avatar of Lord Vishnu, represented through a finely crafted traditional deity statue. Narasimha is revered as a divine protector and symbol of courage and righteousness.
(2026-09-29). Two major home-grown farm machines roll off production lines in Xinjiang. ecns.cn A full-power-shift high-horsepower tractor and a large grain combine harvester developed by China Railway Construction Heavy Industry Corporation Limited (CRCHI) have gone into mass production in Urumqi in Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region.
(2026-09-29). Thursday 10/1: The Clift Hotel's Legendary Redwood Room Continues Free Live Jazz Programming. indybay.org The Clift Royal Sonesta Hotel…
(2026-09-29). "We're not supposed to be living in terror" : Austin, Texas residents speak out after ICE shooting of Wilber Rafael Garcés Pérez. wsws.org More than a week after the shooting, Garcés Pérez remains imprisoned at the South Texas ICE Processing Center in Pearsall with a bullet still lodged near his spine.
(2026-09-29). Shailaputri Amman: The Mountain Goddess and First Form of Navadurga. indybay.org Celebrate Navaratri with a beautifully crafted Shailaputri Amman idol, the first form of Goddess Durga worshipped during Navaratri. This traditional Hindu goddess statue is ideal for home pooja rooms, temples and festive decoration.
(2026-09-29). China's Chen Yuxi claims women's 10m platform gold at Asian Games. ecns.cn China's Chen Yuxi won the women's 10-meter platform gold medal at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games on Tuesday with a total score of 432.65 points over five rounds.
(2026-09-29). Bay Area March in Support of Bill to End Federal Funding of Dog and Cat Experiments. indybay.org The Companion Animal Protection Against Cruel Testing Act, or COMPACT Act, was introduced on Wednesday…
(2026-09-29). Thursday 10/1: Tell Target to Stand Up To ICE! indybay.org Metreon Target: 789 Mission Street. Meet on the sidewalk by the Mission Street entrance.
(2026-09-29). Riyadh invites Emirati vice president as Yemen rift gives way to signs of Saudi-UAE thaw. geo.tv Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE Vice President and Deputy Prime Minister, attends the emergency Arab-Islamic leaders' summit in Doha, Qatar, September 15, 2025. — ReutersSaudi and Emirati officials signalled closer ties in July.Riyadh sought international support as…
(2026-09-29). Monday 10/5: Ed Panel: AI, Drones, Flock Cameras, Data Centers, Techno Fascists & Labor. indybay.org Adobe Bookstore | 3130 24th St. (bet, Shotwell & Folsom) | San Francisco…
(2026-09-29). Beijing's Beihai Park opens historic Glazed Tile Precious Hall. ecns.cn The Glazed Tile Precious Hall at Beihai Park in Beijing opened to the public on Tuesday after being closed for more than 70 years.
(2026-09-29). Cluster munitions: "The suffering must not continue for another generation" icrc.org Opening Statement by ICRC Vice President Jàºrg Lauber at the Third Review Conference of the Convention on Cluster Munitions, Vientiane, Lao People's Democratic Republic, 14 September, 2026…
(2026-09-29). Sunday 10/4: Prop 4 Kickoff & Rally. indybay.org Harvey Milk Center for the Arts, 50 Scott St, San Francisco…
(2026-09-29). Yemen's Houthis move to control crucial Waterway — our Research maps the Countries most at Risk. juancole.com
(2026-09-29). Frequently asked questions: Cluster munitions. icrc.org
(2026-09-29). Thailand: Asia-Pacific states chart path to strengthen international humanitarian law and preserve humanity in conflict. icrc.org
(2026-09-29). California adds Eid ul Fitr, Eid ul Adha to state holidays. geo.tv
(2026-09-29). ICRC president: The responsibility to protect civilians lies with those who hold political power. icrc.org
(2026-09-29). China defends Honor of Kings title at Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games. ecns.cn
(2026-09-29). Renewed Appeal 2026: a call to close the humanitarian funding gap. icrc.org
(2026-09-29). China wins men's 4x100m relay gold at Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games. ecns.cn
(2026-09-29). Shi Yuhao wins men's long jump gold at Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games. ecns.cn
(2026-09-29). Top political adviser attends a reception to celebrate upcoming 77th founding anniversary of PRC. ecns.cn
(2026-09-29). Why Won't Congress Stand Up To Trump? (With Chris Van Hollen). levernews.com
(2026-09-29). ICRC delivers 22 tonnes of medical supplies to support Yemen's front-line hospitals. icrc.org
(2026-09-29). Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS): Subregional Conference in Amman Bridging Theory, research and Field Practice in Supporting Families of Missing Persons. icrc.org
(2026-09-29). From long queues to enough for everyone: What reliable water access means for displaced families in Gwoza and Biu. icrc.org
(2026-09-29). Ethiopia: A powerful guide for those who carry weapons. icrc.org
(2026-09-29). Upholding Humanity in War: Global Initiative to Galvanize Political Commitment to International Humanitarian Law. icrc.org
(2026-09-29). Joint statement on the Global Initiative to galvanize political commitment to international humanitarian law. icrc.org
(2026-09-29). ICRC director-general concludes visits to Oman and Qatar, strengthening humanitarian dialogue and partnerships. icrc.org
(2026-09-29). Armenia: Operational highlights for the first half of 2026. icrc.org
(2026-09-29). West Bank: ICRC calls for urgent protection of civilian population. icrc.org
(2026-09-29). African Union: Safeguarding water and sanitation in armed conflict and detention. icrc.org
(2026-09-29). China wins women's 4x100m relay gold at Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games. ecns.cn
(2026-09-29). Earthquake in Colombia: The ICRC supports the rehabilitation of essential community infrastructure. icrc.org
(2026-09-29). Build on the past, shape the future: the ICRC's 40 years of humanitarian dialogue with the PLA. icrc.org
(2026-09-29). ICRC president: The safety of humanitarian personnel is inseparable from the safety of all civilians. icrc.org
(2026-09-29). Democratic Republic of the Congo: Shwandezi, the baby without a name. icrc.org
(2026-09-29). Ethiopia: Evacuation of 161 people from Mekelle, Tigray to Semera, Afar. icrc.org
(2026-09-29). Lin Shidong wins men's singles gold in table tennis at Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games. ecns.cn
(2026-09-29). Beijing Xiangshan Forum: Upholding humanity amid evolving risks and challenges. icrc.org
(2026-09-29). Nepal: Operational update on humanitarian response after devastating floods. icrc.org
(2026-09-29). No Deportations! Haiti Rally In SF For Human Rights As Part Of National Day Of Action. indybay.org
(2026-09-29). Alta aprobación popular en segundo año de mandato de presidenta de México. radiohc.cu Con 69% de aceptación popular llega la presidenta Claudia Sheinbaum a su segundo año de mandato, durante el cual ha seguido apostando por el bienestar de los ciudadanos y la soberanía e independencia de México. | Una clara muestra del respaldo a la primera mujer presidenta de México fue la concentración el pasado domingo de decenas de miles de personas en el Zócalo de la capital, donde puso fin a su gira por los 32 estados del país en su rendición de cuentas por su segundo año de gobierno. | Sheinbaum consolidó durante estos meses iniciativas de Bienestar como la pensión para adultos mayores y personas en situaci…
(2026-09-29). Irán. El discurso agresivo de Trump en la ONU. radiohc.cu En su estilo irreverente y agresivo en política exterior, que mezcla deseo, alucinación y afirmaciones falsas, el presidente Trump 2.0 al referirse en su discurso al tema Irán, subrayó su motivación por retomar la agresión contra el país persa. Resulta la prueba fehaciente de que, efectivamente, Washington y Tel Aviv se preparan para una nueva agresión contra la República Islámica. | Estos preparativos tienen lugar en un contexto de reafirmación de firmeza y determinación, como lo sentenciara el presidente Masoud Pezeskhian de subrayar la determinación de defensa de la soberanía, desde el estrado del plenario del…
(2026-09-29). The eviction of Maricarmen in Spain and the global housing crisis. wsws.org On September 23, police in Madrid evicted 87-year-old María del Carmen Abascal, known as Maricarmen, from the flat in the city's Retiro district where she had lived since 1956.
(2026-09-28). Mediators press Iran for nuclear concession to revive ceasefire talks with US: report. muslimnetwork.tv WASHINGTON, United States (MNTV) — Mediators are pressing Iran to make concessions on its nuclear program in an effort to revive ceasefire negotiations with the US, The Wall Street Journal reported. The initiative follows US President Donald Trump's rejection of an Iranian proposal for a seven-day ceasefire that would have reopened the Strait of Hormuz …
(2026-09-28). As Trump rejects Iranian cease-fire proposal, Wall Street Journal reports plans to resume bombing after midterms. wsws.org US President Donald Trump rejected an Iranian proposal for a seven-day cease-fire Saturday, after the Wall Street Journal reported he told aides he expected to resume bombing after the November 3 midterm elections.
(2026-09-28). Trump asked Xi whether China would buy US weapons, reveals envoy to Beijing. tribune.com.pk 
US President Donald Trump asked Chinese President Xi Jinping whether Beijing would be interested in buying American weapons, Washington's envoy to China has revealed. | "President Trump continues to say, hey, we sell arms to other people around the world. He (US president) actually asked President Xi, would he like to buy some at one point," US Ambassador to China David Perdue told Fox News on Sunday. | Trump hosted Xi for a high-stakes summit at the White House on Thursday. The two leaders met Friday again for a private tea session and reviewed pictorial and text archives in Washington before Xi flew home, co…
(2026-09-28). Trump wants an AI Force like Space Force, but that could make AI's risks harder to manage. nationofchange.org 
An AI Force would likely push China to create its own. That arms race could turn a technology already slipping out of human control into a weapon.
(2026-09-28). 8 US marines injured in Iranian missile attack in Strait of Hormuz: report. muslimnetwork.tv ISTANBUL (MNTV) — Eight US marines were injured two weeks ago when an Iranian anti-ship cruise missile struck a vessel in the Strait of Hormuz, NBC News reported Sunday, citing three US officials. The report said the marines were not seriously injured but suffered smoke inhalation and possible traumatic brain injuries after experiencing concussion-like symptoms, …
(2026-09-28). UK police question five men held at airbase used by US to attack Iran. geo.tv Armed police officers work on a road outside the perimeter of the RAF Fairford airbase, after police declared a major incident at the base after several men were arrested on suspicion of offences under the Explosives Act, in Fairford, Gloucestershire, Britain, September 27, 2026.—…
(2026-09-28). Michigan Vets Outline everyday Impacts of Iran War, airing Frustrations with GOP. juancole.com By Kyle Davidson | — | ( With the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 terror attacks fresh in their minds, veterans from multiple branches of the military shared concerns that the U.S. had…
(2026-09-28). The drums of war are beating. unitedworldint.com The threat of a global war… It is no longer hidden from view. Everyone is talking, writing and debating about what is approaching. Every other day, Trump threatens to wipe Iranian civilization off the face of the earth. The Strait of Hormuz and the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, through which roughly 30 percent of the world's …
(2026-09-28). Antisemitism campaign against the Berlin Left Party. wsws.org The campaign against the Berlin Left Party is not about antisemitism. Its aim is to criminalise the widespread opposition to the Gaza genocide and war among voters.
(2026-09-28). Mass arrests of 150 Palestine Action protesters at UK Labour Party conference, as total nears 4,000. wsws.org The Burnham government is backing the genocide in Gaza and criminalising opposition to it at home every bit as brutally as Starmer, despite his crocodile tears.
(2026-09-28). Why didn't Netanyahu's cabinet preempt October 7 (since it knew about it in advance)? juancole.com Singapore (Special to Informed Comment; Feature) — In his fiery speech to the UN General Assembly, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu pushed back against accusations of genocide levelled against Israel, as many delegates walked out and hundreds of protesters rallied against him across Manhattan. | After Netanyahu had downplayed Israeli settler violence, rejected
(2026-09-28). Sunday 10/25: Doctors Against Genocide (DAG) Weekly Webinar. indybay.org
(2026-09-28). Here We Remain: A World That Abides Slaughter. commondreams.org 
Atop all the others inflicted on us came last week's sickening spectacle of two vengeful, lying, broken old men – one a longtime killer of children, one a petty useful idiot abetting him – alternately celebrating and threatening genocide before "we the peoples of the United Nations." Born of "the defiance of hope" to enable us to "live together in peace," the forum now hosts the perpetrators of unspeakable atrocities. Omar El Akkad: "One day everyone will have always been against this."Even before war criminals spoke at the U.N., everyone was already against everything Trump's done, from his insane, drone-pac…
(2026-09-28). Trump prepares for an invasion of Cuba. strategic-culture.su On May 21, Marco Rubio stood on the tarmac at the Miami Homestead Airport and told reporters Cuba "has been one of the leading sponsors of terrorism in the entire region." The Secretary of State insisted Cuba is a threat to the national security of the United States, although he did not provide evidence to support the claim.
(2026-09-28). China underscores firm support for Cuba on 66th anniversary of relations. radiohc.cu China reaffirmed its firm support for Cuba on Monday, regardless of changes in the international landscape, marking the 66th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two nations. | Responding to a question from Prensa Latina, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun stated that the country will pursue a path of socialist development suited to its national conditions and firmly support the safeguarding of the national sovereignty of the largest of the Antilles. | Since Cuba and China established diplomatic relations 66 years ago, the friendship between the two countries has been…
(2026-09-28). US military makes preparations for assault on Cuba within "90-120 days" wsws.org An internal Army message reported by CBS News shows the Pentagon preparing logistics, military police and surgical units for an operation aimed at Cuba, days after Trump told the UN that the Cuban government "will fall."
(2026-09-28). Morales Ojeda congratulates the Committees for the Defense of the Revolution on their 66th anniversary. radiohc.cu Roberto Morales Ojeda, member of the Political Bureau and Organization Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Cuba, has congratulated the Committees for the Defense of the Revolution (CDRs) on the occasion of its 66th anniversary. | Writing on his Facebook profile, Morales Ojeda highlighted that the CDRs constitute an organization born of the people and for the people, playing a historic role in defending revolutionary achievements, maintaining vigilance, fostering solidarity, and carrying out community work. | "Happy anniversary, CDRs! Today we celebrate the Committees for the Defense of th…
(2026-09-28). 66th anniversary of the CDRs celebrated at Cuba's UN Mission. radiohc.cu Cuba's Permanent Mission to the United Nations celebrated the 66th anniversary of the founding of the Committees for the Defense of the Revolution (CDRs) on Sunday, in an event led by Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez Parrilla. | According to the Mission's Facebook page, the event highlighted the organization's history, which is inextricably linked to the defense of social achievements, sovereignty, and national independence. | The gathering reaffirmed the determination to continue defending Cuba's right to sovereignly determine its present and future within the multilateral arena. | Participants denounced the int…
(2026-09-28). Russia Demands Release of President Maduro and End to Cuba Blockade at UN (+Plasencia's Agenda). wibailoutpeople.org
(2026-09-28). Cuba ganó oro, plata y bronce en torneo boxístico La ruta de la seda. radiohc.cu Oro de Alejandro Claro y plata de Jorge Cuéllar fue el resultado este lunes de Cuba en el torneo internacional de boxeo 'La ruta de la seda', finalizado en la ciudad china de Xinjiang. | Claro, en los 55 kilogramos (kg), doble medallista de bronce mundial, alcanzó su cuarto triunfo de la liza con veredicto unánime de 5-0 sobre el azerí Tura Sariyev, indicó la publicación digital Jit. | Cuéllar (80 kg) cayó 4-0 (un juez votó empate) a manos del anfitrión Ederesi, en una decisión controvertida. | La vitrina cubana se completó con la medalla de bronce del subtitular mundial de Taskent 2023 Saidel Horta (60 kg), quie…
(2026-09-28). Democracy Now! 2026-09-28 Monday. democracynow.org Headlines for September 28, 2026; Forcible Eviction of 87-Year-Old Madrid Woman Sparks Protest Encampment over Spain's Housing Crisis; "Britain's Gaza Secrets Exposed": How U.K. Downplayed Israeli Crimes to Keep Selling Weapons; "Valley of Death": Sharon Weinberger on Big Tech, AI Warfare & the CIA's Secret Backing of Steve Jobs | Headlines for September 28, 2026; Forcible Eviction of 87-Year-Old Madrid Woman Sparks Protest Encampment over Spain's Housing Crisis; "Britain's Gaza Secrets Exposed": How U.K. Downplayed Israeli Crimes to Keep Selling Wea…
(2026-09-28). Israeli ministers, lawmakers join occupiers in push to reestablish illegal Gaza settlements. muslimnetwork.tv GAZA, Palestine (MNTV) — Ministers and lawmakers joined Israeli occupiers in a convoy toward the Gaza border Sunday, demanding the reestablishment of illegal Israeli settlements in the Palestinian enclave, according to Israel's Channel 7. The convoy, led by the Nachala Settlement Movement alongside other right-wing groups, was heading to a gathering point in northern Gaza …
(2026-09-28). Israeli army kills 4 Palestinians in new Gaza truce violations. muslimnetwork.tv GAZA CITY, Palestine (MNTV) — Four Palestinians were killed and at least nine others were injured Sunday in Israeli attacks on the Gaza Strip amid continued violations of a ceasefire agreement in place since October 2025, medical sources said. In the latest attack, a Palestinian was killed and two others were injured when an Israeli …
(2026-09-28). Wednesday 10/28: Power Half-Hour for Gaza. indybay.org Zoom | http: //jvp.org/gazaph…
(2026-09-28). UK FM denounces Netanyahu govt, vows tougher action over Gaza. tribune.com.pk 
UK Foreign Minister Ed Miliband on Monday called the Israeli government's actions in Gaza and the West Bank "a stain on the conscience of the world". | Delivering a sharp criticism at Labour's annual conference, Miliband said the threats Israel faces "cannot justify" the actions that have followed. | He received a large round of applause from the conference hall as he condemned the suffering of Palestinians and set out a tougher approach towards the government of Benjamin Netanyahu. | "I want to say to the millions of people in this country, and indeed elsewhere, who have been moved and outraged by the plight…
(2026-09-28). Claims Swirl Around U.S. Marines Injured Aboard Mystery Vessel Attacked In The Strait Of Hormuz. twz.com 
At the center of suspicions is a former Royal Mail ship with its own fascinating backstory, but what it was doing at the time is unclear.
(2026-09-28). Iranian Strike Wounded 8 US Marines, Report Says as US Rejects Ceasefire Offer. truthout.org Eight U.S. Marines were reportedly wounded in an Iranian strike in the Strait of Hormuz earlier this month, a new report says as the Trump administration has rejected Iran's offer for a new ceasefire deal. U.S. sources told NBC that a cruise missile hit the vessel the Marines were working on on September 14, leading to smoke inhalation and potential traumatic brain injuries, as some of them… |
(2026-09-28). PSX wobbles as Hormuz uncertainty persists. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) struggled to hold its ground on Monday as uncertainty about a diplomatic breakthrough between the US and Iran kept investors on edge, with the unresolved fate of the Strait of Hormuz adding to oil supply fears. | The KSE-100 index initially climbed more than 270 points but quickly reversed course as profit-taking set in, leaving the market swinging between gains and losses amid heightened geopolitical tensions. The index moved between the intra-day high of 171,126.52 and low of 170,120.50. | Brent crude prices rebounded more than 3% in Asian trading after US President Donald Trump…
(2026-09-28). Iraq looks for oil export alternatives to the troubled Strait of Hormuz. aljazeera.com The continued blockade of the Strait of Hormuz has forced Iraq to look for alternatives to export its oil.
(2026-09-28). Pakistan chairs first SCO Council of National Coordinators meeting in Islamabad. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan chaired the first meeting of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation's (SCO) Council of National Coordinators (CNC) in Islamabad on Monday, which saw participation from the Indian side as well, despite the freeze in bilateral relations between the two countries. | According to a statement issued by the Foreign Office on X, the meeting discussed a wide range of matters related to SCO activities and cooperation among member states. | The participants also deliberated on the programme of events planned to be held during Pakistan's chairmanship of the organisation, the ministry said. | Pakistan assumed the…
(2026-09-28). Rep. Cohen unveils 26 impeachment articles against Trump. peoplesworld.org 
Waging an unconstitutional war on Iran. Using the presidency for personal profit. Sending troops—ICE and the Border Patrol—to U.S. cities. And sowing doubt on democracy by constantly charging elections are rigged. Those are just five of the 26 impeachment articles Rep. Steve Cohen, D-Tenn., has filed against Donald Trump, whose "continued presence in office is …
(2026-09-28). 11 teenagers wounded in mass shooting at birthday gathering in US state of Georgia. tribune.com.pk 
Eleven teenagers were wounded in a mass shooting at a birthday gathering in the US state of Georgia, with two of them in critical condition, media reports said on Monday. | The shooting occurred around midnight during a "large gathering" at Carolyn Crayton Park in Macon, about 85 miles (137 kilometres) southeast of Atlanta, CBS News reported, citing the Bibb County Sheriff's Office. | The victims were four 18-year-old men, two 18-year-old women and five 17-year-old boys. | An 18-year-old man and a 17-year-old boy remained in critical condition, while the other nine victims were stable. | Bibb County Sheriff Da…
(2026-09-28). Indonesia's Protectionist Turn. unitedworldint.com By Mehmet Enes Be≈üer One of the largest Southeast Asian economies and a significant growth engine in the region is Indonesia. Today, this state is revising its participation in the global trade system, increasingly becoming more protective and selective. Under President Widodo's presidency, the country pursues a nationalistic and restrictive industrial policy aiming to industrialize …
(2026-09-28). RAPID RESPONSE: Stop Wall Street looting! peoplesworld.org 
Stop Wall Street looting! Call, write, or visit your U.S. Senators and Representative to co-sponsor and pass the Stop Wall Street Looting Act that will protect our communities, hospitals, and housing from the predatory exploitation, massive profits, and obscene corruption of private equity firms. Just introduced by Sen. Elizabeth Warren and Rep. Pramila Jayapal, with …
(2026-09-28). Azeez Al-Shaair honours slain Palestinian sisters despite NFL sanctions. aljazeera.com The Houston Texans linebacker wore eye black with the names of slain sisters Lana, 12, and Bana, eight.
(2026-09-28). Veera Lakshmi: The Divine Goddess of Courage and Prosperity. indybay.org Buy a handcrafted Veera Lakshmi brass idol from IdolBrass, representing courage, strength, prosperity, and divine grace. Ideal for home pooja rooms, temples, and devotional spaces.
(2026-09-28). Food Safety Finds a Place Among 'Kitchen-Table' Political Issues. nationofchange.org 
Recent outbreaks of foodborne illness and high-profile recalls have made this issue a concern of voters.
(2026-09-28). The Strange Science of Color — And Our Quest to Understand It. whyy.org On this encore episode, we explore the world of color — from how we perceive it, to our efforts to describe and differentiate its many shades. We talk with a lexicographer about efforts to standardize synthetic colors, and how we describe them, and investigate how we know that the colors we see are the same as the ones everyone else sees.
(2026-09-28). Illinois passed nation's first climate migration law, but effort has languished since. peoplesworld.org 
Every year, climate disasters force millions of people to leave their homes. In the aftermath of floods, fires, and droughts, they face the challenge of finding a new place to rebuild their lives. They're part of a growing population of people on the move without specific legal protections, commonly referred to as climate migrants. Most move within …
(2026-09-28). Russian drone strikes on Kyiv kill at least 3, injure more than 10. muslimnetwork.tv KYIV (MNTV) — Russian drone strikes on the Ukrainian capital Kyiv killed at least three people and injured more than 10, local authorities said Sunday. A drone struck a market in the village of Sofiivska Borshchahivka, according to the Kyiv regional prosecutor's office. The strikes also damaged vehicles and sparked fires at a warehouse and …
(2026-09-28). UK examines foreign state involvement in suspected airbase plot, releases suspects. geo.tv An armed police officer stands guards on a road outside the perimeter of the RAF Fairford airbase, in Fairford, Gloucestershire, Britain, September 28, 2026. — Reuters Five UK nationals arrested near Fairford base.Police say suspects will be freed but probe continues.Iran denies…
(2026-09-28). SCOTUS Greenlights Use of Federal Citizenship Tool to Vet Voters. truthout.org The Supreme Court cleared the way Friday for election officials to resume using a federal immigration status verification system to check voter rolls for potential noncitizens — a significant victory for President Donald Trump's administration, but one that's likely to have little impact on the November midterm elections. The unsigned opinion hit pause on a lower court's ruling from June… |
(2026-09-28). Heavy rain triggers landslide in Nepal's Mustang District. aljazeera.com Part of a mountain collapsed into a river in Nepal's Mustang region, after heavy rains triggered flooding and landslides…
(2026-09-28). AI Company Leaders Capitalize on Fear to Lobby for Regulations That Suit Them. truthout.org Twenty-seven mathematicians who have received the most prestigious prize in mathematics — the Fields Medal — recently signed a declaration on artificial intelligence (AI) that highlights the disconnect between mathematicians and AI companies. The title of the statement — "A Severe Misalignment of AI in Mathematics" — gives the impression that it is about the AI tools themselves, but the text makes… |
(2026-09-28). Racine, October 2, 2026: Fiestas Patrias. wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-09-28). ICRC president: Urgent steps needed to de-escalate hostilities in Middle East. icrc.org The following is a statement from ICRC President Mirjana Spoljaric on the widening of hostilities in the Middle East:…
(2026-09-28). Yichang-Xingshan High-Speed Railway officially opens for operation. ecns.cn The Yichang-Xingshan High-Speed Railway officially commenced operation on Monday.
(2026-09-28). 'Consumers Will Pay the Price': Fury as Trump Pushes Through Rule Change to Make Vehicles Less Efficient, More Polluting. commondreams.org Earlier today, the federal government under President Donald Trump finalized a rollback of fuel economy standards for passenger cars and trucks. By doing so, the administration effectively eliminated the nation's Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards, which have improved vehicle efficiency and saved families about $321 billion at the gas pump since the modern CAFE program was implemented in 2010.Below is a statement by
(2026-09-28). Sharon Weinberger on "Valley of Death: How Big Tech Is Fueling the Future of War" Part 2. democracynow.org Part 2 of conversation with longtime national security reporter and editor Sharon Weinberger, author of the new book Valley of Death: How Big Tech Is Fueling the Future of War. | Part 2 of conversation with longtime national security reporter and editor Sharon Weinberger, author of the new book Valley of Death: How Big Tech Is Fueling the Future of War.
(2026-09-28). Africa is not responsible for climate crisis: Activist Vanessa Nakate. aljazeera.com Climate activist Vanessa Nakate says she is determined to raise awareness of how global warming is affecting Africa.
(2026-09-28). Tennessee recognized as birthplace of 250 years of Indigenous resistance. peoplesworld.org 
NASHVILLE—The Indigenous Peoples Coalition (IPC) on Sept. 12 commemorated 250 years of Indigenous resistance in the United States and recognized Tennessee as the birthplace of that fightback. The meeting began with a presentation on the Cherokee War that began on July 20, 1776. The gathering was well attended by Indigenous, Black, and white participants and …
(2026-09-28). China's Chen Yuanjiang wins men's 110m hurdles in 13.15 at Asian Games. ecns.cn Chinese athlete Chen Yuanjiang celebrated after winning gold in the men's 110m hurdles at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games on Sept. 27, 2026.
(2026-09-28). Punjab authorities tell LHC all basic facilities and essential items given to Aleema Khan. tribune.com.pk 
The Punjab government on Monday informed the Lahore High Court (LHC) that PTI founder Imran Khan's sister, Aleema Khanam, had been provided basic facilities and all essential items during her detention at Kot Lakhpat jail. | Justice Abher Gul Khan disposed of a petition filed by her son, Shahrez Khan, after receiving the government's report, while the request seeking permission to meet Aleema was referred to the home secretary for a decision in accordance with law. | Assistant Advocate General Farrukh Khan Lodhi presented a report submitted by the superintendent of Kot Lakhpat jail. | The report stated that Al…
(2026-09-28). Govt decreases petrol by Rs2.27, diesel by Rs3.56 for Sept 29. tribune.com.pk 
The federal government on Monday decreased the price of petrol and high-speed diesel (HSD) by Rs2.27 and Rs3.56 per litre, respectively, for September 29. | According to a notification issued by the Petroleum Division, the price of petrol was fixed at Rs389.03 per litre, while HSD would cost Rs404.97 per litre for Tuesday. | The latest revision comes after the government increased the price of petrol by Rs2.02 per litre, while decreasing the price of HSD by Rs3.59 per litre from September 26 to September 28. | Read: Govt increases petrol by Rs2.02, cuts diesel by Rs3.59 till Sept 28 | On July 17, the governmen…
(2026-09-28). Gold falls sharply on rising US Treasury yields. tribune.com.pk 
Gold prices in Pakistan fell sharply on Monday, tracking a steep decline in the international market, as rising US Treasury yields weighed on demand for the non-yielding precious metal. | The price of gold declined by Rs12,800 per tola to Rs438,136, according to rates released by the All-Pakistan Gems and Jewellers Sarafa Association (APGJSA). The price of 10-gram gold decreased by Rs10,973 to Rs375,631. | Gold had closed at Rs450,936 per tola on Saturday after declining Rs2,100 during the session. The latest decline came as international gold prices fell sharply amid a rise in US Treasury yields and renewed u…
(2026-09-28). 'Dangerous for democracy': White House airs more pro-Trump propaganda on taxpayer dime. therealnews.com 
This story originally appeared in Common Dreams on The
(2026-09-28). Climate Crisis Made Rare East Coast Nor'easter Up to 50 Times More Likely. truthout.org A rare nor'easter storm system that ripped through the East Coast of the United States this weekend was made many times more likely to happen by the effects of the climate crisis. As of Monday morning, the nor'easter was slowing down, with forecasters stating that the worst of the storm had passed. But reports of the storm's impact on Sunday demonstrated its severity, with coastal flooding in… |
(2026-09-28). Inland waterways of Pakistan: the untapped potential. tribune.com.pk 
Inland waterways (IWs) are globally recognised as one of the most cost-effective and environmentally sustainable modes of transportation. Pakistan has a vast network of rivers and canals; however, the modal split is imbalanced, and the waterways remain untapped despite their cost-efficiency. This insight argues that Pakistan's untapped inland waterways could serve as a complementary third corridor for cost-effective transportation in the long term, beside roads and rails. Pakistan's modal split is heavily imbalanced, with roads carrying over 96 per cent of inland freight, rail carrying only 4 per cent, and wat…
(2026-09-28). China, US agree to reciprocal tariff cuts on $30 billion worth of goods. muslimnetwork.tv BEIJING, China (MNTV) — China and the US have agreed to reciprocally reduce tariffs on about $30 billion worth of imports from each other, with around 90% of the products covered to face most-favored-nation (MFN) tariff rates, China's Commerce Ministry confirmed Monday. The agreement was among the outcomes of economic and trade consultations held by …
(2026-09-28). Fuel-Economy Standards Axed by Trump Administration. commondreams.org The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration announced today that it is gutting fuel-economy standards for cars, SUVs, and pickup trucks, an inconceivable decision given the purpose of the federal fuel economy program — to reduce gasoline consumption — and the skyrocketing prices at the pump Americans are already struggling to pay. The final rule weakens existing Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards, lowering the expected fleetwide average to just 34.9 miles per gallon by 2031 — below what automakers on average have already achieved. In its proposal, NHTSA predicted that its…
(2026-09-28). Child among three killed off French coast in Channel crossing attempt. aljazeera.com France's maritime police ‚Äå‚Äåsaid they received a distress call from an inflatable dinghy carrying 105 people.
(2026-09-28). Mapping Israel's 300 checkpoints: Where they are and how they work. aljazeera.com Israel has shut occupied West Bank crossings for a week, further restricting Palestinian movement and holy site access.
(2026-09-28). EPA and HHS sign agreement to expand glyphosate review as decision slips to 2027. nationofchange.org The agencies created a joint working group of seven federal offices, while a Center for Food Safety scientist says the EPA has excluded 78% of studies as not relevant.
(2026-09-28). China's Huang Yingying wins women's long jump gold at Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games. ecns.cn Chinese athlete Huang Yingying took the women's long jump gold with a leap of 6.55 meters at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games on Sept. 27, 2026.
(2026-09-28). Giant pandas Ping Ping and Fu Shuang arrive in Atlanta for 10-year stay. ecns.cn Giant pandas Ping Ping and Fu Shuang arrived in Atlanta on a chartered flight on Sunday, beginning their 10-year residency in the United States.
(2026-09-28). Athletes criticise organisational, logistical mishaps at 'sad' Asian Games. aljazeera.com Athletes transported to the wrong venues, three matches in 18 hours and an accommodation crisis add to organisers' woes.
(2026-09-28). You Just Paid To Re-Run A Trump Campaign Ad. levernews.com 
(2026-09-28). Punjab eyes tax net widening via digital tools. tribune.com.pk 
(2026-09-28). Wednesday 9/30: People vs. Palantir! SF Protest March Against A.I. Tech Fascism & ICE Violence. indybay.org March begins at Jessie Square (760 Mission St.) proceeding toward ICE building (630 Sansome Street).
(2026-09-28). Saturday 9/26: SF Peace & Freedom Party Meeting On Ballot Initiatives. indybay.org Moth Belly Gallery | 912 Larkin St. | San Francisco…
(2026-09-28). New UN secretary-general should be competent, impartial, upright: China. tribune.com.pk 
China said on Monday that the next UN secretary-general should be "competent, impartial and upright" and uphold the UN Charter. | "The election of the UN secretary-general bears on the reform and development of the UN and the vital interests of member states," Foreign Ministry spokesman Guo Jiakun told reporters in Beijing. | He was responding to questions about the ongoing selection process and whether Beijing could say which candidate it was supporting. | Guo was also asked about media reports that Beijing was weighing whether to support Rebeca Grynspan, Costa Rican economist who heads UN Trade and Developme…
(2026-09-28). Tech Giant Nvidia Announces the Largest Stock Buyback in US History. truthout.org The tech behemoth and chipmaker Nvidia on Monday announced the largest-ever stock buyback increase in US corporate history as its profits continue to explode due to massive spending on artificial intelligence data centers, which have drawn increasingly intense grassroots opposition nationwide. Nvidia said its board "has authorized an additional $150 billion under the company's existing share… |
(2026-09-28). Madison, October 3 4, 2026: Defend the Minnesota 15! Protest Rally. wibailoutpeople.org 
(2026-09-28). China's Mengxiang drilling vessel retrieves deep-sea basalt samples in South China Sea. ecns.cn China's ocean drilling vessel Mengxiang, meaning Dream, has successfully completed a trial ocean drilling mission in the South China Sea, retrieving basalt samples from the deep-sea basin, according to the China Geological Survey under the Ministry of Natural Resources on Monday.
(2026-09-28). 'A lack of caring': Wilmington homeless residents question city's efforts to provide housing after evicting them from local park. whyy.org 
What are journalists missing from the state of Delaware? What would you most like WHYY News to cover? As a train barrels along the bridge above, Boz Malik describes his daily existence since being evicted from the homeless encampment at Christina Park. Wilmington officials When the city forced residents out, it promised to help provide housing for those being displaced. But months later, some of those residents are back on the streets…
(2026-09-28). From witnessing China's rise to building a shared future. ecns.cn Every October 1, China celebrates its National Day. On that day in 1949, the People's Republic of China was founded. In 2026, China will celebrate its 77th National Day—an occasion not only to remember the country's extraordinary journey, but also to consider what its next chapter may mean for its friends and partners.
(2026-09-28). Saturday 11/14: Raindrops on Roses: A Favorite Things Mixtape for Telematic. indybay.org Telematic Media Arts | 323 10th St. @ Folsom (SoMa), San Francisco, CA 94103…
(2026-09-28). Which room am I standing in? tribune.com.pk 
I am dedicating this piece to Ishmal – nine years old, from Madyan, Upper Swat. She went to school, came home, and was raped and killed by a neighbour before she could live to see the protests that followed – led by us, the women in burqas. | Her story leaves me with a question about myself: which room am I standing in? I am not writing this as a confident, blunt, intersectional feminist today. I am writing it as an ordinary Pakistani woman. Powerless – not helpless. There is a difference, and most days I am the only one who seems to know it. | Everyone will remember patriarchy in November – the international…
(2026-09-28). Federal judge orders White House to restore access for CNN, MS NOW and Politico. nationofchange.org 
The order lasts 14 days, and the outlets have until Monday to seek a preliminary injunction after some reporters were briefly turned away despite the ruling.
(2026-09-28). Outpouring of sympathy for Moet McCullum, New York City transit worker killed on subway tracks. wsws.org Hundreds of transit workers packed a Brooklyn funeral home to honor MTA conductor Moet McCullum, killed on the tracks while working as a construction flagger.
(2026-09-28). China opens four high-speed rail lines, expanding national network. ecns.cn China, home to the world's largest high-speed rail network, opened four major high-speed railway sections to traffic on Monday, improving transport links across several regions.
(2026-09-28). China respects U.S. choice of term 'super intelligence': FM spokesperson. ecns.cn China respects the U.S. side's choice of the term "super intelligence," a Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson said Saturday.
(2026-09-28). Another Peshawar girl faces assault. tribune.com.pk 
Incidents of sexual violence against girls in Peshawar have escalated into a grave crisis, with another child becoming the latest victim of a gang rape by neighbours that left her in critical condition. | According to Chamkani police, the father of the 10-year-old girl, residents of Budhai, reported that his daughter had remained unconscious for several days. Upon regaining consciousness, she disclosed that three neighbours, Ismail, Ibrahim and Hamza, also residents of Budhai, had forcibly taken her to an under-construction quarter and subjected her to rape, after which her condition deteriorated critically.
(2026-09-28). Undetonated mine spotted near site of DMZ blast that injured 3 South Korean troops. muslimnetwork.tv SEOUL, South Korea (MNTV) — An undetonated land mine was spotted near the site of last week's explosions inside the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) that wounded three South Korean soldiers, Yonhap News Agency reported on Monday, citing military sources. The South Korean military is investigating the cause of two explosions last Monday south of the Military …
(2026-09-28). "India will defy US sanctions on oil trade with Russia" unitedworldint.com From New Delhi / India The BRICS summit in India concluded, with an emphasis on the world in transition to multipolarity. Washington responded, with US president Trump signing into law a bill that announces sanctions on those countries that import Russian oil. The summit, held on September 12—13, brought together the expanded 11-member BRICS grouping …
(2026-09-28). What a week at Oxford taught me about character formation. tribune.com.pk 
Teaching has gone on in Oxford for nine centuries, and it has never confined itself to what a person knows; it has always cared what a person becomes. In the first week of September I went back to my old university and became a student there again, for five days of Leadership and Character Training, the programme the Oxford Character Project has built on a decade of research. | I did not go there to be persuaded. I had already argued in these pages that education without character cannot build a nation, and that taleem and tarbiyat must be held together rather than one of them left to chance. I went for someth…
(2026-09-28). Beijing records 8.78 mln tourist visits, $1.72 bln in tourism spending during Mid-Autumn holiday. ecns.cn Beijing recorded 8.783 million tourist visits during the three-day Mid-Autumn Festival holiday from Sept. 25 to 27, generating 11.54 billion yuan ($1.72 billion) in tourism spending, according to the Beijing Municipal Bureau of Culture and Tourism.
(2026-09-28). Israeli right moves to purge anti-war and Arab voices from parliament. peoplesworld.org 
Just five weeks before Israelis go to the polls, the country's Central Elections Committee voted on Sept. 23 to throw the Joint List—the main political home of Arab citizens and of Jewish-Arab opposition to the war—off the ballot for the Oct. 27 Knesset elections. The panel also barred Ra'am, the other major Arab-led party, and …
(2026-09-28). China records 6.71 million inbound, outbound passenger trips during Mid-Autumn Festival holiday. ecns.cn China recorded a total of 6.71 million inbound and outbound passenger trips during this year's Mid-Autumn Festival holiday from Sept. 25 to 27, representing a year-on-year increase of 16.8%, data from the National Immigration Administration (NIA) showed.
(2026-09-28). Groundwork Unveils a Bill of Rights to Give Shoppers a Fair Shot in the 21st Century Marketplace. commondreams.org Today, Groundwork Collaborative unveiled a
(2026-09-28). Thousands huddle in Bangkok shelters as Thai flood damages seen at $320m. geo.tv People travel by boats in a flooded street in Bangkok, Thailand, September 28, 2026. — ReutersResidents of the Thai capital waded through waist-deep waters in some areas on Monday, while thousands sheltered in evacuation centres following flooding brought by weekend rains, as…
(2026-09-28). Bandung: The Meeting That Terrified the Superpowers | Al Jazeera Originals. aljazeera.com How 29 newly independent nations challenged the imperial order and awakened the power of the Global South.
(2026-09-28). Thursday 10/8: Palestine Working Group. indybay.org Zoom | www.codepink.org/pal_working_group…
(2026-09-28). French far right wins 15 Senate seats, enough to form group for 1st time. tribune.com.pk 
France's far-right National Rally (RN) and its ally, Union of the Right for the Republic (UDR), won 15 seats in Sunday's Senate elections, giving them enough lawmakers to form a group in the upper house for the first time, Franceinfo reported on Monday. | RN leader Marine Le Pen called the result a "historic victory." The gains followed advances by the alliance in municipal elections and came less than seven months before France's presidential election. | The RN-UDR alliance won nine seats in the Mediterranean region, including seven in Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur, according to Franceinfo. RN lawmaker Sebastien…
(2026-09-28). Govt seeks funds for ML-1 upgrade. tribune.com.pk 
Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Ahsan Iqbal, currently on a three-day visit to Mongolia to attend the Carec International Conference, highlighted the strategic importance of modernising Pakistan Railways' Mainline-1 (ML-1), describing it as critical for expanding trade, freight capacity and regional connectivity. | Addressing the Development Partners Dialogue on Advancing Trade, Tourism and Regional Competitiveness, the minister presented Pakistan's ML-1 modernisation plan and briefed the development partners on the progress made towards upgrading the Karachi-Rohri section. H…
(2026-09-28). WHYY Newscast for Monday 6:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-09-28). Chicago Mayor Johnson: No city funds for labor law-breaking firms. peoplesworld.org 
CHICAGO—If you're a pro-worker government official, and you want to get a corporation's attention, do something unexpected and drastic: Take away their chances to grab your city's dollars. Which is precisely what Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson intends, with an executive order he issued just before Labor Day and which, if all goes according to plan, …
(2026-09-28). UN commemoration of Durban Declaration: What's on agenda, who will attend? aljazeera.com UN General Assembly marks 25th anniversary of the 2011 Durban Declaration, which called for combating racism.
(2026-09-28). Beyond the medals: journalists' unforgettable moments at 48th WorldSkills. ecns.cn The 48th WorldSkills Competition closed in Shanghai on Sept. 27. At the Media Center, China News Network reporter talked with journalists from around the world who came to cover this event.
(2026-09-28). California Buffalo Soldiers Heritage Trail – Allensworth Historic State Park. indybay.org Colonel Allen Allensworth, born enslaved in 1842, rose through the United States Navy and United States Army to become the highest‚Äëranking Black officer of his era. His service in the 24th Infantry Regiment was defined by literacy, moral development, and community values he and his wife Josephine Leavell Allensworth carried into civilian life when they retired to Los Angeles in 1906.
(2026-09-28). Emergency Action to Save TPS (Temporary Protected Status). indybay.org Action in front of SF Ferry Building draws activists from many groups. Demonstration is part of Sept. 23-27 National Days of Action to Save TPS for Haitians and all other refugees.
(2026-09-28). Cattle to feed: Why a global meat crisis is looming. aljazeera.com World's top three beef producers witness a decline in cattle stocks because of rising input costs, droughts and biology.
(2026-09-28). US midterm elections: Growing opposition to Trump, as both parties support war and austerity. wsws.org The US midterm elections of November 3, just five weeks away, are taking place under conditions of extreme economic, social and political crisis.
(2026-09-28). Hamas marks Al-Aqsa Intifada anniversary, urges Arab and Muslim support for Palestinians. tribune.com.pk 
Palestinian group Hamas marked the 26th anniversary of the Al-Aqsa Intifada on Monday and called on Arabs, Muslims and supporters worldwide to back the Palestinian people in regaining their rights. | "Our compass will remain firmly directed toward liberating the land and holy sites, and we call on our nation and free people around the world to support our people's struggle and steadfastness until they secure their legitimate rights," Hamas said in a statement marking the intifada, which erupted on September 28, 2000. | It said this year's anniversary comes amid an "unprecedented escalation" by Israel against t…
(2026-09-28). 'Like the Gestapo': ICE brings terror and violence to Maryland. therealnews.com 
ICE agents terrorized this suburban neighborhood in Frederick, Maryland, and beat peaceful protestors while local cops just watched. We speak with an eyewitness who saw and filmed everything. | ICE agents terrorized this suburban neighborhood in Frederick, Maryland, and beat peaceful protestors while local cops just watched. We speak with an eyewitness who saw and filmed everything. ICE,Maryland,police accountability,video,ICE
(2026-09-28). Foreign diplomats visit Sichuan Museum. ecns.cn Diplomats from 10 countries visited the Sichuan Museum to experience the historical heritage and charm of Sichuan on Saturday.
(2026-09-28). Mystery Shoulder-Fired Surface-To-Air Missile Appears In Russian Service. twz.com 
An unusual shoulder-fired air defense missile seen in Russian use The
(2026-09-28). China wins 41 golds at WorldSkills Shanghai. ecns.cn China won 41 gold, 11 silver and four bronze medals, along with six Medallions for Excellence, at the 48th WorldSkills Competition, which closed Sunday in Shanghai, marking the country's best-ever performance at the event.
(2026-09-28). Rank-and-file candidate for UAW president calls for cross-border action to defend Canadian workers against Stellantis job cuts. wsws.org Last month, the automaker reneged on its repeated pledges that the Brampton plant would reopen for production of the next-generation Jeep Compass.
(2026-09-28). Katyayani Amman : The Goddess of Strength, Courage and Devotion. indybay.org Buy a handcrafted Katyayani Amman bronze idol from IdolBronze. Explore a traditional Navadurga goddess statue for home pooja, temples, Navratri worship and devotional spaces.
(2026-09-28). Fighting between rival forces in Somalia's Baidoa. aljazeera.com There are reports of casualties in Baidoa where forces have launched attacks, triggering fighting with federal troops.
(2026-09-28). Govt to address Rs853b discrepancy. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan has assured the International Monetary Fund (IMF) that it will provide more information about the statistical discrepancy of Rs853 billion to address concerns as the country also could not boost agriculture income tax collection that stood around Rs5 billion last year. | The visiting IMF mission has held meetings on statistical discrepancies in the budget books of federal and provincial governments, huge federal block allocations, agriculture tax collection and federal revenue prospects. The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has linked the achievement of the annual Rs15.263 trillion target with the Middl…
(2026-09-28). We need to talk about Bandung. aljazeera.com In today's turbulent times, the 1955 conference offers important lessons on global cooperation.
(2026-09-28). Mid-Autumn Moon over Victoria Harbour. ecns.cn The moon rose over the Victoria Harbour in Hong Kong Special Administrative Region on the evening of Sept. 27, 2026. Sept. 27 marks the last day of the Mid-Autumn Festival holiday.
(2026-09-28). My Brilliant Career: Netflix's caricature of a classic Australian novel. wsws.org The new series bears only a limited resemblance to Miles Franklin's portrait of the harsh realities facing small farmers and their families in the late nineteenth century.
(2026-09-28). WHYY Newscast for Monday 9:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-09-28). World Tourism Day: How tech is changing the way we travel. ecns.cn From high-speed trains to mouthwatering local flavors, from ancient wonders to cutting-edge digital tech — innovation is opening up new ways to travel.
(2026-09-28). WMO report finds global water reserves in decade-long decline. nationofchange.org 
Glaciers lost the equivalent of 560 million Olympic pools of ice in a single year, the fourth straight year of loss in every major glaciated region.
(2026-09-28). Die Ergebnisse des Treffens zwischen den beiden Ministern Wadephul und Lawrow. War das Treffen inhaltsleer und unnà∂tig? strategic-culture.su Der deutsche Auàüenpolitiker Johann Wadephul traf sich am Rande der UN-Generalversammlung mit dem russischen Auàüenminister Sergei Lawrow. Die offizielle Sprecherin des russischen Auàüenministeriums, Maria Sacharowa, kommentierte den Verlauf des Gesprà§chs wie folgt: ‚ÄûWadephul hat die Gesprà§che mit Lawrow beantragt, um diplomatische Aktività§t vorzutà§uschen und das sinkende Ansehen von Merz aufzubessern." | Das Gesprà§ch dauerte 20 Minuten. Doch Sergei Lawrow selbst erklà§rte spà§ter, er habe nichts Neues fàºr sich gehà∂rt, obwohl er…
(2026-09-28). Palestinians denounce Israeli minister Ben-Gvir's threats against prisoner. aljazeera.com Footage of national security minister taunting Hassan Salama in his cell draws sharp condemnation from Palestinians.
(2026-09-28). WBW News Action: A Time of Opportunities. worldbeyondwar.org 
(2026-09-28). WHYY Newscast for Monday 11:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-09-28). Mamdani's Business Advisory Council: Billionaires advise the "Democratic Socialist" mayor. wsws.org The "socialism" of Mamdani and the DSA is being exposed for the fraud that it is.
(2026-09-28). Sussex County-based citizen's PAC aims to elect candidates who 'manage' expanding growth. whyy.org What are journalists missing from the state of Delaware? What would you most like WHYY News to cover? For years, Sussex County has been the First State's epicenter for development. | According to the Delaware Office of State Planning, the county issued almost 24,000 The development comes in response to the county…
(2026-09-28). Indian university suspends classes amid violent protests over alleged rape. aljazeera.com Lovely University suspends classes for 10 days due to campus unrest over rape allegations denied by officials.
(2026-09-28). Sri Lanka's Rumesh Pathirage wins Asian Games javelin gold. aljazeera.com Sri Lankan star ends an incredible season with gold, while India's Yashvir Singh and Rohit Yadav take silver and bronze.
(2026-09-28). Food imports raise supply shock risk. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan's food security challenge is rapidly shifting from the question of producing enough crops to whether the country can afford to continue importing the food it fails to produce competitively, with rising import dependence exposing both consumers and foreign exchange reserves to global price and supply shocks. | The problem is not unique to Pakistan. Latest UN estimates show that about 645 million people, or 7.8% of the world's population, faced hunger in 2025, while around 2.1 billion people experienced moderate or severe food insecurity. Although both figures improved from 2024, the Food and Agricultur…
(2026-09-28). AI Almost Started a U.S.—China War — and No One Seems to Care. theintercept.com 
The tech world is too busy dreaming up imaginary doomsday scenarios to focus on a very real one that flared up between nuclear powers.
(2026-09-28). Ethiopia accuses Sudan, Egypt of backing Tigray rebels as fighting rages. aljazeera.com Sudan army denies backing Tigray fighters, says rival paramilitary RSF receiving support from within Ethiopia.
(2026-09-28). Atlantic City's Sheraton is essential to conventions. So why can't it make money? whyy.org From Camden and Cherry Hill to Trenton and the Jersey Shore, what about life in New Jersey do you want WHYY News to cover? For years, developer Tom Scannapieco wanted the state of New Jersey to buy the hotel at the Atlantic City Convention Center. | The logic seemed clear. With
(2026-09-28). New Jersey Republican Tom Kean Jr. and Democrat Rebecca Bennett clash over war in Iran, tariffs. whyy.org The state's 7th Congressional District became slightly more Republican after the redistricting following the 2020 census. Democrats still view it as a key pickup opportunity. | Republican candidate Tom Kean, Jr., left, and Rebecca Bennett, the Democratic candidate in the U.S. Congressional District 7 race look on from stage prior to a debate, Sunday, Sept. 27, 2026, in Rahway, N.J.
(2026-09-28). Phillies Make the Playoffs Braves Series Preview! whyy.org They almost blew it but, thanks to their win over the Rays on Sunday, the Phillies made the playoffs for the 5th season in a row.
(2026-09-28). Al Jazeera reports from near front line in Ethiopia's Afar region. aljazeera.com Al Jazeera reports from Ethiopia's Afar region, where fighting has spread amid efforts to oust PM Abiy Ahmed.
(2026-09-28). Mosque demolition protests in India's Ujjain turn violent. geo.tv Indian police seen baton charging on protesters amid Ujjain mosque demolition. NDTV
(2026-09-28). Mid-Autumn cultural exchange event held in Malaysia to foster friendship. ecns.cn A cultural exchange event celebrating the Mid-Autumn Festival was held in Selangor, Malaysia on Sunday, gathering nearly 200 guests to experience traditional Chinese and Malaysian culture.
(2026-09-28). Wife of Malaysia's longest-serving PM Mahathir dies at 100. geo.tv Malaysia's former prime minister Mahathir Mohamad sits with his wife Siti Hasmah Mohammad Ali during the launching of Perkasa, a Malay rights organisation, in Kuala Lumpur on March 27, 2010. — Reuters
(2026-09-28). Chinese EVs ramp up European presence, eye long-term growth. ecns.cn Chinese automotive brands have hit a record 12% share of Europe's new car market in August, according to data from market research firm Dataforce. Even in Germany, Europe's largest auto market, their market share has climbed to 6.4%, as Chinese-made vehicles become an increasingly common sight on local streets.
(2026-09-28). Friday 10/30: Virtual Action Hour for Palestine. indybay.org Zoom | afsc.org/events/action-hour-palestine…
(2026-09-28). The best comeuppance for the first anti-American administration — perpetual exposure as the seditious Constitution-killing party. nationofchange.org 
If Russia or China wanted a Manchurian candidate (a brainwashed stooge who betrays his own background and constituency), could they have surpassed the president harumphing in the White House?>
(2026-09-28). How Trump's immigration crackdown is harming children — including U.S. citizens. nationofchange.org 
From losing Medicaid and SNAP to family separations and ICE in schools, children are among the most affected by the administration's immigration policies.
(2026-09-28). Trump Ads Could Be Grounds for Impeachment, Former WH Ethics Lawyer Says. truthout.org President Donald Trump is facing fierce criticism over taxpayer-funded TV ads featuring wording from his campaign speeches that aired just five weeks before the midterm elections. The ads do not make a direct call for voters to support specific candidates or Republicans in November. The White House is using that fact to maintain that the ads are not political, but rather "public service… |
(2026-09-28). Schools in Riyadh return to in-person learning after 'temporary closure'. geo.tv This photo shows a general view of a closed school in Riyadh on September 27, 2026. — AFP
(2026-09-28). China's northernmost high-speed railway opens in Heilongjiang. ecns.cn China's northernmost high-speed railway opened on Monday in northeast China's Heilongjiang Province, cutting travel time between Harbin and Yichun from about seven hours to 1 hour and 46 minutes.
(2026-09-28). Agriculture comes under many threats. peoplesworld.org 
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(2026-09-28). Philippine Senate rewrites impeachment rules to clear path for Duterte's removal. wsws.org The Marcos faction is wielding the impeachment to eliminate its rivals, subordinate every branch of the state and clear the 2028 presidential field for a candidate acceptable to Washington.
(2026-09-28). 190,000 New York home care workers file for a union election. nationofchange.org The 1199SEIU petition covers caregivers in a Medicaid program that the state moved under a single contractor, and the aides it would represent are split on whether they want it.
(2026-09-28). Guangzhou competitors win seven golds at 48th WorldSkills Competition. ecns.cn Competitors from Guangzhou City, Guangdong Province, won seven gold medals and one Medal for Excellence at the 48th WorldSkills Competition in Shanghai, which concluded Sunday, according to the Guangzhou Municipal Human Resources and Social Security Bureau…
(2026-09-28). U.S. Has Suffered More Casualties In Iran Since the Conclusion of Operation Epic Fury. theintercept.com 
(2026-09-28). Trump Administration Guts Mile-Per-Gallon Auto Rule. commondreams.org President Trump's Department of Transportation today
(2026-09-28). Madison, WI: Justice for Corey Ruiz! People's Fighters Continue Struggle Citywide! wibailoutpeople.org 
Madison, Wisconsin — Photo by
(2026-09-28). Formerly Incarcerated Women Sued to Get Air Conditioning in TX Prisons — and Won. truthout.org These Texas advocates call themselves "lionesses" for a reason: They say backing down is not in their nature. In 2022, a small group of formerly incarcerated women formed the nonprofit Lioness Justice Impacted Women's Alliance to empower communities to challenge harmful practices within the criminal legal system. Since that time, they have put a spotlight on what they argue are dangerous… |
(2026-09-28). Heavily Damaged Submarine USS Connecticut Now Won't Return To Service Until 2027. twz.com 
The Navy hoped Connecticut would be back by 2025, then this year, and it is now planning for its final retirement with repairs still underway.
(2026-09-28). If We Rot, You Rot with Us. publicbooks.org "Despite the enduring belief that literary nonsense is primarily directed toward children—an idea that has its roots in the popularity of Lewis Carroll and Dr. Seuss—literary nonsense has historically been weaponized by the masses, always under the guise of stupidity, to effect change."
(2026-09-28). Shipbuilder Behind Failed Constellation Class Wants Back Into The U.S. Navy Frigate Business. twz.com 
Fincantieri Marine Group, which
(2026-09-28). Ben-Gvir joins hundreds of Israelis to storm Al-Aqsa Mosque compound. aljazeera.com Israeli national security minister declares 'we are the owners of the place in Al-Aqsa' amid heavily guarded incursion.
(2026-09-28). From collapse to clinch, Phillies survive 'living hell' of last week and win final NL wild card. whyy.org The Phillies must try and prove their late-September meltdown was nothing but a blip in a long and successful October. | Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Bryce Harper, left, is doused by Garret Stubbs, right, during a celebration in the clubhouse after the team clinched a Wild Card slot in…
(2026-09-28). States settle antitrust suit over $111 billion Paramount-Warner Bros. merger. nationofchange.org 
Critics say a force-majeure clause and a company-appointed editorial board leave the settlement's protections easy to escape.
(2026-09-28). Tabling for Peace in Illinois. worldbeyondwar.org 
(2026-09-28). Taking away taxman's bias. tribune.com.pk 
The establishment of the National Faceless Centre (NFC) in Islamabad by the Federal Board of Revenue marks a significant shift in Pakistan's tax administration. By eliminating direct contact between taxpayers and tax officials, the initiative aims to curb corruption, reduce discretionary powers and enhance transparency in audit and assessment processes. The reform is also not as radical as opponents would claim – similar models have been employed for many years in countries such as the UK, Australia, and even India. | Under the new model, cases will be selected through a computerised, risk-based algorithm rath…
(2026-09-28). Nor'easter aftermath: Jersey Shore cleanup underway after widespread flooding. whyy.org 
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Some residents are comparing The wind and rain combined with high tides to swell the bays and push ocean water up and over the beaches…
(2026-09-28). Unions win settlement forcing Trump administration to rescind shutdown mass-firing policy. nationofchange.org 
The agreement follows a court fight that began after roughly 4,200 federal employees received layoff notices during last fall's 43-day shutdown.
(2026-09-28). The faulty premises underlying Europeans' 'war on Russia' hyper-ventilation. strategic-culture.su
(2026-09-28). Empire's Wake: From 9-11 to October 7. wibailoutpeople.org
(2026-09-28). Wang Manyu wins women's singles gold in table tennis at Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games. ecns.cn
(2026-09-28). Police clash with protesters over mosque demolitions in India. aljazeera.com
(2026-09-28). Israeli football fans chant military slogans after defeat to Ireland. aljazeera.com
(2026-09-28). Trump's AI Deregulator Has A Billion-Dollar Side Bet. levernews.com
(2026-09-28). Our work in Israel and the Occupied Territories: January to June 2026. icrc.org
(2026-09-28). Thai police arrest jet skier after joyride through flooded Bangkok streets. aljazeera.com
(2026-09-28). China wins men's doubles gold in table tennis at Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games. ecns.cn
(2026-09-28). Groenlândia: Trump alcanàßa sua vitória mais importante até agora. strategic-culture.su
(2026-09-28). ICRC team meets authorities at Israeli military detention facility as part of efforts to reinstate access. icrc.org
(2026-09-28). Chinese, Brazilian musicians perform together in S?o Paulo. ecns.cn
(2026-09-28). Haitian TPS Protest Calls for End to Racist Deportations. indybay.org
(2026-09-28). AI: the biggest economic bet in U.S. history. strategic-culture.su
(2026-09-28). Camden sues scrap metal recycler EMR, claiming company fell short on promised donations. whyy.org
(2026-09-28). 48th WorldSkills Competition concludes in Shanghai. ecns.cn
(2026-09-28). Protests Sweep Tunisia Again: Another Spring? juancole.com
(2026-09-28). China sweeps gold and silver in women's 1m springboard diving at Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games. ecns.cn
(2026-09-28). El fascismo de los últimos tiempos y la lucha por el mundo vivo. indybay.org nuevo libro: | El fascismo de los últimos tiempos y la lucha por el mundo vivo | Por Naomi Klein y Astra Taylor…
(2026-09-28). Wisconsin: Voces de la Frontera's ICE Emergency Hotline 1-800-427-0213. wibailoutpeople.org 
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(2026-09-28). Eviction of 87-Year-Old Sparks Protest Encampment Over Spain's Housing Crisis. truthout.org The eviction of 87-year-old María del Carmen Abascal Martín in Madrid, after an investment fund bought her apartment building and more than tripled her rent, has become a symbol of Spain's rising cost of living and sparked nationwide protests against corporate greed and wealth inequality. Over 600 protesters are now camped outside Madrid's regional government headquarters demanding new tenant… |
(2026-09-28). La geografia del potere computazionale cinese. strategic-culture.su La domanda che l'Europa dovrebbe porsi è se voglia ancora essere un luogo in cui il pensiero non venga solo consumato, ma anche prodotto. | Segue nostro L'anomalia della steppa | Nel cuore della Mongolia Interna, a meno di 200 chilometri da Pechino, esiste una prefettura che quasi nessuno saprebbe collocare su una carta. Ulanqab conta poco più di un milione e mezzo di abitanti, si estende per una superficie maggiore di quella della Danim…
(2026-09-28). Il gigante alle urne: la scelta di un paese nel momento della verità . strategic-culture.su Il responso conferma che il sostegno della società russa alla causa nazionale emerso dalle urne è forte tanto quanto il consenso personale concesso al presidente Putin alle presidenziali del 2024 | Segue nostro Il dato essenziale: affluenza al 57%, comparativamente al 51% circa delle precedenti legislative del 2021. In tutto 5 partiti emergono dalla soglia di sbarramento del 5%, elencati in ordine decrescente in base ai voti presi: 1 …
(2026-09-28). Saturday 10/3: Rally and Open Mic: Free the Minnesota 15! indybay.org Lake Merritt Pergola | 599 El Embarcadero, Oakland, CA 94610…
(2026-09-28). Imperialism Turns El Nino Into Mass Death. wibailoutpeople.org
(2026-09-28). In Europa dilaga l'ossessione sulle "influenze russe" alle elezioni. strategic-culture.su Con l'avvicinarsi delle elezioni nei paesi dell'UE, il panico tra gli euroglobalisti cresce, poiché è molto probabile che il popolo, stanco delle loro politiche, voti in modo diverso da quanto auspicato | Segue nostro ´La guerra ibrida c'è ed è in corso ª. Mentre infuria lo scontro sul ritrovamento di un drone esplosivo all'aeroporto di Lipsia-Halle in Germania, il ministro degli Esteri Antonio Tajani rilancia l'allarme: Mosca…