aljazeera (2025-02-18). Israel partially withdrawing troops from Lebanon as deadline expires. aljazeera.com Israel pulling out most forces according to ceasefire but refusal to leave some border areas spreads uncertainty.
THEO (2025-02-18). Palestine: In Gaza and the West Bank, the ceasefire does not stop Israel's colonial machine. internationalviewpoint.org
TASS (2025-02-18). Discussions on next phase of Gaza ceasefire still pending — Qatar's Foreign Ministry. tass.com Spokesman Majid bin Mohammed al-Ansari explained that the ongoing situation in the Gaza Strip complicates the process of negotiations, but the mediators remain hopeful that Israel and Hamas will come to an agreement that will allow them to move forward to the second phase of the truce…
presstv.ir (2025-02-18). Withdrawal deadline lapses: Israel says troops will stay at 5 key posts in south Lebanon. presstv.ir Israel has missed a deadline for pulling out its troops from Lebanon, keeping its forces in the Arab country in defiance.
Reuters (2025-02-18). Europe talks up more defence spending, but split over peacekeeping forces in Ukraine. scmp.com European leaders at an emergency meeting in Paris were divided on how to respond to Donald Trump's dramatic policy shift on Ukraine.
ICRC (2025-02-18). Gaza: The long road home. icrc.org With the implementation of a ceasefire agreement, hundreds of thousands of Palestinians in Gaza have begun a journey back to their homes — or what is left of them…
ICRC (2025-02-18). Upholding the ceasefire in Gaza is an imperative for preserving human life and dignity. icrc.org
aljazeera (2025-02-18). Israel 'just wanted to destroy' in southern Lebanon, despite the ceasefire. aljazeera.com In Naqoura, returning townspeople are saddened and perplexed by the ferocity of seemingly pointless destruction.
aljazeera (2025-02-18). European leaders warn against Ukraine ceasefire without Russian peace deal. aljazeera.com Ukraine's Zelenskyy warns that 'fragile ceasefire' with Russia would be a 'prelude' to another war launched by Moscow.
albawaba (2025-02-18). Transportation prices in Gaza rise 5 times due to fuel shortage. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA — The Gaza district is experiencing a massive increase in transportation prices, which have reached five times higher due to a major fuel shortage.Increased transportation prices in Gaza: The governorates of the Gaza Strip are experiencing a massive increase in transportation prices due to a fuel shortage. Prices have more than doubled in the past few weeks, making the situation extremely difficult for citizens since the beginning of the war and following the recent ceasefire decision. | Notably, several factors have contributed to this significant price hike, including the fuel shortage and…
TASS (2025-02-18). US forces eliminate one of al-Qaeda's leaders in Syria — Trump. tass.com The US president congratulated US Central Command Commander General Michael Kurilla and military pilots on the successful operation…
Rizik Alabi (2025-02-18). First Direct Contact Between al-Sharaa and Putin: Syria's New Leadership and Russia Navigate Tense Post-Assad Relations. themedialine.org 
Steven Ganot (2025-02-18). Al-Sharaa and Putin Hold First Talks as Syria and Russia Reassess Ties. themedialine.org
Yaniv Kubovich (2025-02-18). Satellite images reveal seven new IDF outposts in Syria along the border with Israel. haaretz.com The IDF established bases along the demilitarized zone from Syrian Mount Hermon to Tel Kudna, as part of preparations for a prolonged presence in the area…
newarab (2025-02-18). With Assad gone, Syrian booksellers revive once-forbidden books. newarab.com 
In 2007, Salah Shehadeh set out to find
| Although Salah had heard much about the book from various people, he searched bookstores throughout Damascus but was met with wary looks and silent refusals. One shopkeeper bluntly told him, "That book is banned." | Worried that his c…
newarab (2025-02-18). France tries five for holding reporters hostage in Syria. newarab.com 
newarab (2025-02-18). Names of 1794 Palestinians disappeared by Assad regime published. newarab.com 
The New Arab's Arabic-language sister site Al-Araby Al-Jadeed has obtained a list of Palestinians disappeared in the prisons of the Assad regime. | The list was drawn up by The Palestinian embassy said it would then pass on their names to the new Syrian authorities, so they can find information about them. | The list contains 1,…
newarab (2025-02-18). Syria arrests three officers suspected of Tadamon massacre. newarab.com 
newarab (2025-02-18). Syria: String of extrajudicial killings targets Assad affiliates. newarab.com 
Several Syrian provinces have witnessed a string of In Aleppo, four individuals from the Meido family were allegedly kidnapped by The four relatives were reportedly for…
newarab (2025-02-18). Syrian Dialogue committee holds first preparatory session. newarab.com 
The first session of the Around 400 people took part in the preparatory session, according to The New Arab's sister site Al-Araby Al-Jadeed. | The session focused on six key areas — transitional justice, drafting a constitution, institutional reform, freedoms and political life, the role of civil society groups, and economic organisation, Samer Sul…
newarab (2025-02-18). Turkey sends team to Syria to renovate Damascus Airport. newarab.com 
Human Rights Watch (2025-02-18). US, EU, UK: Lift Syria Sanctions Hindering Recovery. hrw.org Click to expand Image | A worker unloads bags and boxes of humanitarian aid from the back of a truck in the opposition-held Idlib, Syria, June 9, 2021. | © 2021 Khalil Ashawi/Reuters | (Beirut) — Sweeping sanctions imposed by the United States, European Union, the United Kingdom, and other countries are hindering the restoration of essential services in Syria, Human Rights Watch said today.These sanctions, imposed on the former government of Bashar al-Assad, remain in place despite its collapse and lack clear, measurable conditions for removal. They are hindering reconstruction efforts and exacerbat…
TASS (2025-02-18). Russian official highlights global importance of Russia-US relations. tass.com "I think that Russia-US relations are very important for the world. I think it's very important that the US and Russia cooperate together, and jointly, we can solve problems," Kirill Dmitriev said…
TASS (2025-02-18). Israel begins withdrawing troops from last nine municipalities in southern Lebanon — media. tass.com The Israeli army command said earlier that it planned to maintain control of strategic heights in the Jabal Blat, Labbouna, Al-Aziziyah, Al-Awaida and Al-Hamamis hills in the border area…
Human Rights Watch (2025-02-18). Guatemala: Failed Response to Sexual Violence Against Girls. hrw.org Click to expand Image | © 2025 Doris Miranda for Human Rights Watch | Guatemala is failing to prevent and address systemic sexual violence, resulting in forced pregnancies among girls under 14.Girls who have experienced sexual violence are often pushed out of education, struggle to access health care and social security, and face enormous barriers to justice.Comprehensive reforms are urgently needed to better prevent sexual violence, including against girls, and to guarantee full access to health care, education, and social security and deliver justice, including adequate reparations.(Guatemala City) [mda…
Juliette Rousselot (2025-02-18). India: NGOs call on the European Union to take action on urgent human rights concerns. fidh.org
MDORE (2025-02-18). Terms of reference – Monitoring & Evaluation Consultancy on integration of outcome harvesting as a monitoring tool. fidh.org Organisation : International Federation of Human Rights (FIDH) Programme : "Global Initiative Against Impunity for International Crimes and Serious Human Rights Violations : Making Justice Work" (GIAI) Engagement manager (reporting to) : GIAI MEAL Officer Duration : Estimated 15 days within March – November 2025 Starting date : Around 20 March 2025 Location : Online Applications deadline : 2 March 2025
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presstv.ir (2025-02-18). Activists in Mexico rally against incoming Trump's anti-immigration policies. presstv.ir Migrant rights groups in Mexico demonstrated against the proposed anti-immigration measures of US President-elect Donald Trump.
greenleft.org.au (2025-02-18). Defending end-of-life rights: First anniversary of VAD in NSW. greenleft.org.au 
Nir Hasson (2025-02-18). Cold wave 'Coral' to hit Israel this weekend, bringing snow to elevated areas. haaretz.com The cold front, carrying icy air from the Arctic, is expected to bring snow to the Golan Heights, Upper Galilee, central mountains, and possibly Jerusalem…
UMMID (2025-02-18). The Debate Surrounding First Comers in The Indian Subcontinent. ummid.com The assertions of 'first comer' are the hallmark of sectarian nationalism and contrary to the values of Indian Constitution and United Nations Declaration of Human rights.
UMMID (2025-02-18). UN Probe Nails Hasina Regime for Crimes Against Humanity. ummid.com The United Nations Human Rights Office (OHCHR) in a damning report points fingers at the crackdown by security forces and they are said to have committed human rights violations with impunity.
_____ (2025-02-18). CPJ, 102 partners call for continued human rights scrutiny of South Sudan. https://cpj.org/feed/atom/
ecns.cn (2025-02-18). Tourism bodies crack down on dodgy practices. ecns.cn Local tourism authorities across China have stepped up enforcement efforts to stop illegal and dishonest practices in the tourism industry, aiming to protect travelers' rights and promote sustainable tourism development.
marketing (2025-02-18). Supersonic Passenger Aircraft May Be Returning Here's What That Would Mean For The Climate #Supersonic #Passenger #Aircraft #Returning #Here's #What #That #Would #Mean #Climate #Airports #Flights #Cars #Vessels #Electric #Vechicle. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | The US aerospace company Boom Supersonic recently announced it has successfully tested its latest aircraft, the XB-1. The company is developing a larger plane and aims to …
marketing (2025-02-18). South Africa Has Failed To Deliver Access To Enough Water For Millions A New Approach Is Needed #South #Africa #Failed #Deliver #Access #Enough #Water #Millions #Approach #Needed #USA #Russia #Biden #Ukraine #War #Palestine #Gaza #Israel #. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | South Africa is one of only 52 countries that guarantee access to water as a human right . Access from a human rights perspective means that water is physically …
Charles Rotter (2025-02-18). California's Dangerous Path: Oil Refinery Takeovers and the Coming Supply Crisis. wattsupwiththat.com California's energy policies have been walking a tightrope for years, but now, the state is contemplating an extreme measure that could tip it into full-blown crisis mode: taking over oil refineries. According to a recent Los Angeles Times article, California policymakers are seriously considering state ownership of refineries to ensure gasoline supply remains stable as private refiners shut down operations. This move—if it happens—could create a cascade of economic and logistical disasters, exacerbating the very problems the state claims to be solving.
sputnikglobe (2025-02-18). EU's Military-Industrial Complex Wants to Prolong Lucrative Ukraine Crisis as Russia, US Talk Peace. sputnikglobe.com Rheinmetall CEO Armin Papperger's comments to media about Europe and Ukraine's empty arms depots and complaining about Europe being 'left at the kids' table' in peace talks represent those of Europe's defense sector as a whole, says veteran political observer Mateusz Piskorski.
TASS (2025-02-18). Russia acknowledges US administration's willingness to address bilateral issues — MFA. tass.com Maria Zakharova also emphasized that Moscow is closely following Washington's statements regarding the settlement of the Ukraine crisis…
presstv.ir (2025-02-18). Concerns mounting over new energy crisis in EU as Russian gas transit via Ukraine ends. presstv.ir As the agreement allowing Russian gas transit through Ukraine to Europe expires on Tuesday, concerns are mounting over new energy crisis in EU.
ICRC (2025-02-18). United Nations: ICRC president warns respect for international humanitarian law "in crisis" icrc.org
____ (2025-02-18). Escalating Violence in Kurram: A Humanitarian Crisis Deepens. devdiscourse.com In the violence-stricken district of Kurram, Pakistan, unknown militants launched a deadly attack on a paramilitary squad late Monday, resulting in the deaths of four personnel and injuries to five others. The attack took place in the Ochit area, illustrating the region's precarious security situation.
newarab (2025-02-18). UN appeals for $6 bn for Sudan crisis aid in 2025. newarab.com 
The The aim is to provide assistance to nearly 26 million people this year, the United Nations' humanitarian agency Since April…
The Independent (2025-02-18). US exits WHO and USAid freezes funds. independent.co.ug 
Health scholar explains why that leaves healthcare in Africa on brink of crisis INTERVIEW | U.S. President Donald Trump has announced that the U.S. will leave the World Health Organisation. And a 90-day freeze has been placed on money distributed by the US Agency for International Development (USAid) pending a review by the U.S. State …
Dave Lindorff (2025-02-18). Palming Off Climate Disaster to the Next Generation. counterpunch.org 
My house located in southeastern Pennsylvania about nine miles north of Philadelphia, in which my wife and I have lived and raised a family over the past 28 years, is a testimonial to the crisis of climate disaster. That looming, and already evident disaster can be clearly illustrated by three trees.Two of these are quite
WSWS (2025-02-18). Australian union joins pile-on against Bankstown nurses. wsws.org The NSW nurses union has not held a single event opposing the Gaza genocide, but did hold a protest last week vilifying two lowly health workers who made backward comments about Israel.
WSWS (2025-02-18). Australian parliamentary committee proposes new powers to sack anti-genocide university staff. wsws.org To enforce the escalating attack on free speech, the committee recommended changes to allow universities to discipline or dismiss employees accused of "hate speech."
WSWS (2025-02-18). Documenta's new "Code of Conduct" paves the way for cultural and artistic censorship in Germany. wsws.org German politicians and the media scrutinise artistic statements and cultural policy measures to see whether they can find any criticism of the Israeli government's genocide against the Palestinians in Gaza.
newarab (2025-02-18). Hind Rajab Foundation seeks ICC arrest warrant for Israel FM. newarab.com 
The Sa'ar is due to visit Belgium, a signatory of the ICC's Rome Statute, this week despite the group pursuing the FM for "war crimes and crimes against humanity committed during Israel's ongoing military assault on Gaza since Octo…
Staff (2025-02-18). Israel's security cabinet meeting ends without decision on Stage 2 of Gaza cease-fire, source says. haaretz.com ISRAEL: Security cabinet meeting ends without decision on Stage 2 of cease-fire, source says; Israel to receive bodies of four hostages on Thursday ‚ñ GAZA CEASE-FIRE TALKS: Israel, Hamas to continue talks this week; Netanyahu rejects Hamas proposal to hand over Gaza to PA ‚ñ LEBANON: Lebanese gov't passes resolution effectively calling to disarm Hezbollah; IDF withdraws from most of south Lebanon, remains deployed in five locations…
newarab (2025-02-18). Tehran blasts Netanyahu vow to 'finish the job' against Iran. newarab.com 
"Threatening others is both a gross violation of international law and the United Nations Charter," foreign ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei told reporters, adding
Agence France-Presse (2025-02-18). Rubio discusses Gaza deal with Saudi crown prince: US. scmp.com Marco Rubio's meeting in Riyadh followed a visit to Israel, where he supported Netanyahu's military campaign in Gaza.
bwitanek (2025-02-18). Rowan SJP Reinstated After Broad Based Effort — Celebratory Gathering Noon Owl Statue Rowan Feb 18. fightbackbetter.com Editor's Note: In a victory for supporters of free speech and opponents of the phony "IHRA" smear narrative, the suspension…
TASS (2025-02-18). Israeli PM orders immediate implementation of law banning UNRWA, office says. tass.com There are no restrictions on the implementation of this order, the premier's office said in a statement…
tn.ai (2025-02-18). UNRWA Pledges to Continue Gaza Operations Despite Israeli Restrictions. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The head of the United Nations agency for Palestinian refugees (UNRWA) has vowed to continue its operations in the Gaza Strip, despite Israel's expulsion of its staff from the occupied West Bank and new legislation banning the relief agency.
Ali Salam (2025-02-18). Jenin: 28 Days of Continuous Israeli Siege. imemc.org 
On Monday, the Israeli army has besieged and attacked the northern West Bank city of Jenin, the Jenin refugee camp, and surrounding towns and villages for 28 consecutive days. Since it began its so-called "Iron Wall" operation, beginning in the Jenin governorate on January 21, the Israeli army has killed 25 Palestinian citizens, including women …
Ali Salam (2025-02-18). Ongoing Destruction in Tulkarem and its Two Refugee Camps. imemc.org 
On Monday, Israeli forces have continued their siege and aggression against the city of Tulkarem and the Tulkarem refugee camp, in the northwestern part of the West Bank, for 22 consecutive days. The army expanded its aggression on Feb 9 to include the Nur Shams refugee camp, east of the city, killing three Palestinian citizens, …
Ali Salam (2025-02-18). Palestinian Child Succumbs to Previous Wounds Near Jenin. imemc.org 
On Monday evening, the Palestinian Health Ministry announced that the child, Diaa Eddin Ahmad Omar Saba'neh (15 years old) died from wounds he sustained on February 1st, when occupation forces bombed the town of Qabatiya, south of Jenin in the northern occupied West Bank. An Israeli drone fired a missile at a vehicle in the …
Jeffrey Sommers (2025-02-18). JD Vance Against Democracy: Munich Security Conference, or Munich Beer Hall? counterpunch.org 
America's Vice-President, JD Vance's comments this week on democracy ring nicely to the ear of some, but are off key on the musical score of facts. February 14th's Munich Security Pact saw Vance inveigh against European states for not adhering to democracy. And recent actions in Europe on democracy do raise eyebrows. Vance, for example, referenced Romania canceling its December 8, 2024 final round of presidential elections. Upstart "populist" candidate Calin Georgescu won the plurality of votes on November 24, 2024's first round. Romania's government, with support from the United States Embassy, expressed concern…
WSWS (2025-02-18). Workers Struggles: The Americas. wsws.org Workers protest Panama pension privatization plan, while Alberta school support workers continue vote on strike mandates.
WSWS (2025-02-18). Indianapolis Rolls-Royce workers authorize strike. wsws.org With a contract deadline approaching, 800 workers at the company's Indianapolis plant voted massively for strike.
David Swanson (2025-02-18). The Eight Stupidest Things About Nuclear Weapons. globalresearch.ca [This was originally published in June 2022.] | 1. Nukes are the "tough on crime" of foreign policy: | Investing in children's welfare and education costs less and reduces more crime than "tough on crime" policies which are often counterproductive, but voters …
Basit Mahmood (2025-02-18). Senior Tories say Kemi Badenoch could face 'possible leadership challenge' in summer. leftfootforward.org It's going pretty badly for Kemi Badenoch after her first 100 days as Tory Party leader, with senior party sources now claiming that she could be out in the summer. | Badenoch has struggled to make an impact since becoming Tory leader, failing to set out a vision for her party following its worst election defeat in its parliamentary history last year. | A recent YouGov poll found that just one in seven Britons (14%) believe that Badenoch looks like a Prime Minister in waiting, against a majority of the public (55%) who feel she does not. | Among Conservative Party voters, the number who do not see her as a pri…
marketing (2025-02-18). The German Election Explained Through Seven Essential Questions #German #Election #Explained #Through #Seven #Essential #Questions #USA #Russia #Biden #Ukraine #War #Palestine #Gaza #Israel #. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Germany is holding a federal election on February 23 a snap vote called by chancellor Olaf Scholz when his coalition government fell apart at the end of last year. …
tn.ai (2025-02-18). Iran Commends Sudan for Supporting Palestine. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The Iranian foreign minister praised Sudan for standing by the Palestinian nation against the Israeli regime's acts of aggression, calling for the African nation's active participation in an emergency meeting of the OIC about the sinister plot for the forced relocation of Gazans.
tn.ai (2025-02-18). Israeli Army Withdraws from Southern Lebanon, Holds Five Border Positions. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The Israeli army withdrew from several towns in southern Lebanon early Tuesday, though its forces remain stationed at five border posts, Lebanese media reported.
Bloomberg (2025-02-18). Israel says army retreating from Lebanon, but for 5 outposts. scmp.com Israel had been due to finalise its withdrawal by February 18, after it missed a January deadline.
Georgia Gee (2025-02-18). Poised to Take Over TikTok, Oracle Is Accused of Clamping Down on Pro-Palestine Dissent. theintercept.com 
Larry Ellison has been at Donald Trump's side since he took office last month. The man Trump referred to as "one of the most serious players in the world" was front row at the inauguration, and then watched as the president signed an executive order on artificial intelligence — a major business interest for tech giant Oracle. | And Ellison, Oracle's billionaire co-founder, was sitting next to Rupert Murdoch in early February when Trump
Maxime Duriez (2025-02-18). "Methods similar to what we witnessed in Gaza": Israel's military campaign in the Northern West Bank displaces 45.000 Palestinians. fidh.org
TASS (2025-02-18). Israeli army to remain in five strategic sites in southern Lebanon, says defense minister. tass.com Israel Katz emphasized that the Israeli army would "fully continue to counter Hezbollah"
presstv.ir (2025-02-18). Israeli 'brutal crimes' against Palestinian inmates won't go unpunished: Media office. presstv.ir The Palestinian Prisoners' Media Office condemns the mistreatment of Palestinian prisoners in Israeli jails.
presstv.ir (2025-02-18). Israeli forces escalate West Bank raids, injure and abduct several Palestinians. presstv.ir Israeli forces have conducted new raids in the northern part of the West Bank, shooting and firing tear gas at local Palestinians.
ICRC (2025-02-18). Israel and the Occupied Territories: ICRC completes second phase of release operations, reuniting more families. icrc.org
ICRC (2025-02-18). Israel and the occupied territories: More families reunited as ICRC completes third stage of release operations. icrc.org
ICRC (2025-02-18). Israel and the occupied territories: ICRC facilitates release of three hostages and 174 detainees. icrc.org
ICRC (2025-02-18). ICRC facilitates safe transfer of three hostages and 343 detainees, and calls for dignified conditions in ongoing release operations. icrc.org
ICRC (2025-02-18). Israel and the occupied territories: More hostages and detainees returned home in fourth phase of release operations. icrc.org
aljazeera (2025-02-18). Returning to Gaza, a stranger in my own city. aljazeera.com Al Jazeera's Maram Humaid was forced to flee from her home in Gaza City due to Israel's war.
aljazeera (2025-02-18). US man who shot Israeli visitors thought they were Palestinians, police say. aljazeera.com Mordechai Brafman, 27, charged with two counts of attempted murder over shooting at Miami Beach in Florida.
aljazeera (2025-02-18). Palestinian bookseller recalls 'inhumane' treatment in Israeli prison. aljazeera.com
aljazeera (2025-02-18). Israel increases "unlawful detention" of Palestinians. aljazeera.com Palestinian prisoners are being unlawfully detained in Israel…
Prof Michel Chossudovsky (2025-02-18). Pentagon Recognizes "Officially" That Israel Is a Nuclear Power. Declassified Document. globalresearch.ca This is considered to be a landmark decision, widely interpreted as constituting a semi-official recognition by the US Department of Defense that Israel is a bona fide nuclear power.
albawaba (2025-02-18). Israel to form special agency for 'voluntary migration' from Gaza. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz announced that his country will establish a special directorate to facilitate the "voluntary emigration" of Palestinians from Gaza.Al Jazeera reported that earlier Tel Aviv expressed its commitment to US President Donald Trump's proposal to "take over" the Palestinian enclave and displace its people to neighboring countries.A statement by the Ministry of Defense detailed on Monday that Minister Katz held a meeting regarding the voluntary departure of Gaza residents, and announced establishing a special directorate in the Ministry of Defense for the voluntary departu…
channelnewsasia (2025-02-18). Israel confirms troops to remain at 'five positions' in south Lebanon. channelnewsasia.com
Yaniv Kubovich (2025-02-18). Israeli army withdraws from most of south Lebanon, remains deployed in five locations. haaretz.com The Lebanese Army has begun deploying troops to the areas vacated by the IDF, in accordance with the cease-fire agreement. Israel said it will remain in the five positions until it is sure Hezbollah will not return south…
newarab (2025-02-18). Israel's long history of trying to ethnically cleanse Gaza. newarab.com 
For the fifth time since taking office, US President Donald Trump last week reiterated his controversial proposal to "There are no conditions anywhere in the world that are worse than the Gaza Strip right now," the Republican president said. "They're living in hell. It's a death trap." | While the rhetoric surrounding Trump's proposal is disingenuously couched in terms of a humanitarian gesture, the idea of dispo…
newarab (2025-02-18). Hamas 'agree to PA Gaza rule' as Israeli mediators head to Egypt. newarab.com 
Sky News Arabia claimed that Palestinian sources told the UAE-based broadcaster that Gaza's current civil servants, the enclave governed by Hamas, would be "re-absorbed into the new administ…
newarab (2025-02-18). Israel advancing plans for 1,000 new settler homes in Bethlehem. newarab.com 
newarab (2025-02-18). Israel says committed to Trump plan for Gaza displacement. newarab.com 
Arriving in the kingdom after talks in Israel, Secretary of State
newarab (2025-02-18). Israel violates truce with strike on 'Hamas leader' in Lebanon. newarab.com 
An A body, confirmed by Hamas to be that of military commander Muhammad Shahin, was recovered from a vehicle hit by…
marketing (2025-02-18). Why The British Army Is So Unprepared To Send Troops To Ukraine #British #Army #Unprepared #Send #Troops #Ukraine #USA #Russia #Biden #Ukraine #War #Palestine #Gaza #Israel #. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Prime Minister Keir Starmer has said that Britain is ready and willing to contribute to security guarantees to Ukraine by putting our own troops on the ground if …
marketing (2025-02-18). 5 Ways To Improve Security Governance And Prevent Future Illegal Mining Tragedies From Happening #Ways #Improve #Security #Governance #Prevent #Future #Illegal #Mining #Tragedies #Happening #USA #Russia #Biden #Ukraine #War #Palestine #Gaza #Israel #. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | After six months trapped underground, roughly 246 illegal miners were rescued at Buffelsfontein gold mine in Stilfontein, South Africa, in mid-January following a court …
marketing (2025-02-18). How Banks, Lawyers And Lobbyists In The West Help Post-Communist Kleptocrats Stay Rich #Banks, #Lawyers #Lobbyists #West #Help #Post-Communist #Kleptocrats #Stay #Rich #USA #Russia #Biden #Ukraine #War #Palestine #Gaza #Israel #. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Kleptocracy, a term derived from the Greek for rule by thieves , describes a system where business success and political power are inextricably entwined. Political elites …
marketing (2025-02-18). Minimum Alcohol Pricing: What We Found In Wales After Five Years #Minimum #Alcohol #Pricing: #What #Found #Wales #Five #Years #USA #Russia #Biden #Ukraine #War #Palestine #Gaza #Israel #. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Almost five years ago, a new law came into force in Wales making it illegal to sell alcohol for less than 50p per unit. | Since its introduction, we have been evaluating …
marketing (2025-02-18). Loss Of Forests Brought New Birds To NZ During The Last Ice Age We're Witnessing A Similar Process Now #Loss #Forests #Brought #Birds #During #Last #We're #Witnessing #Similar #Process #USA #Russia #Biden #Ukraine #War #Palestine #Gaza #Israel #. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | When people arrived on the shores of Aotearoa New Zealand and began to turn the land to their needs, they set in motion great changes. | The landscape of today bears …
marketing (2025-02-18). Life On Mars? It Probably Looks Like Something You'd Find In Your Stomach #Life #Mars? #Probably #Looks #Like #Something #You'd #Find #Your #Stomach #USA #Russia #Biden #Ukraine #War #Palestine #Gaza #Israel #. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | We often forget how wonderful it is that life exists, and what a special and unique phenomenon it is. As far as we know, ours is the only planet capable of supporting …
marketing (2025-02-18). How To Protect More Australian Homes From The Growing Risks Of Floods, Fires And Other Climate Disasters #Protect #More #Australian #Homes #Growing #Risks #Floods, #Fires #Other #Climate #Disasters #USA #Russia #Biden #Ukraine #War #Palestine #Gaza #Israel #. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | The cleanup is underway in northern Queensland following the latest flooding catastrophe to hit the state. More than 7,000 insurance claims have already been lodged, most …
marketing (2025-02-18). Quantum Effects Make Distant Objects Move Together: New Research Finds This May Happen With Ripples In Space #Quantum #Effects #Make #Distant #Objects #Move #Together: #Research #Finds #This #Happen #Ripples #Space #USA #Russia #Biden #Ukraine #War #Palestine #Gaza #Israel #. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Galaxies, planets, black holes: to most people, everything about our Universe sounds and feels enormous. But while it's true that much of what happens millions of light …
marketing (2025-02-18). Trump's Lurking Assault On Canada Rests On Endless Lies And Irrational Populism #Trump's #Lurking #Assault #Canada #Rests #Endless #Lies #Irrational #Populism #USA #Russia #Biden #Ukraine #War #Palestine #Gaza #Israel #. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | United States President Donald Trump has temporarily put his trade war against Canada and Mexico on hold after vowing to slap 25 per cent tariffs on most Canadian and …
TASS (2025-02-18). North Korea's denuclearization no longer possible, MFA says. tass.com The North Korean Foreign Ministry stressed that "as long as the US and its satellites continue to make hostile threats, nuclear weapons will remain a guarantee of peace and security for North Korea, as well as a self-defense tool enshrined in the constitution"
channelnewsasia (2025-02-18). Budget 2025: Authorities to study potential deployment of nuclear power in Singapore. channelnewsasia.com To meet Singapore's growing energy needs and to bring down carbon emissions, there is a need for more clean power, said PM Wong.
hindustantimes (2025-02-18). As Trump Attacks South Africa For 'Racism On Whites', Pretoria's Big Nuclear Offer To Russia, Iran. hindustantimes.com South Africa is reportedly seeking a civil nuclear deal with Russia and Iran days after US President Donald Trump stopped aid to Pretoria. South Africa's Minister of Mineral and Petroleum Resources Gwede Mantashe said, "If they are the best in terms of the offer on the table, we'll take…". Watch this video.
TASS (2025-02-18). Issues on Iran's nuclear program should be resolved through talks — Kremlin. tass.com According to Dmitry Peskov, Russian President Vladimir Putin and his US counterpart Donald Trump discussed Iran's nuclear program during their telephone conversation, but it was not the main topic of discussion…
TASS (2025-02-18). Russia ready to help Iran resolve issues on Tehran's nuclear program — Kremlin. tass.com According to Dmitry Peskov, the start of US-Russian talks will not affect the further cooperation between Moscow and Tehran…
Steve Gillis (2025-02-18). Boston: Thousands denounce 'billionaires' coup'. workers.org 
Boston Nearly 2,000 people braved -10F windchill weather in Boston on Feb. 14, Valentine's Day, to denounce what organizers termed "the billionaires' coup" and to uphold "People Over Fascism!" Boston, Feb. 14, 2025. WW Photo: Mairead Skehan Gillis Gathering on an ice-covered Boston Common, protesters representing over 100 local and . . . |
Betsey Piette (2025-02-18). Risking it all for dying capitalism. workers.org 
A key question behind the havoc Donald Trump and Elon Musk are creating through their Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) is: "Are the majority of the U.S. ruling class on board?" In recent days, as Musk and his band of young technocrats rampage their way through federal departments, it appears . . . |
Noor Fatima (2025-02-18). Magnitude 5.1 earthquake in Swat, surrounding areas. gnnhd.tv 
Depth of the earthquake was 166 kilometers…
presstv.ir (2025-02-18). Search, rescue ops continue in Tibet's Shigatse following deadly 7.1 magnitude earthquake. presstv.ir Rescue efforts continue in Shigatse region after a devastating earthquake hit Tibet.
Jack Khoury (2025-02-18). For first time since 2000, Lebanese gov't guidelines do not mention 'armed resistance'. haaretz.com For almost a quarter of a century, Lebanese governments have allowed Hezbollah's military activity. In the new government's guidelines, which still require parliamentary approval, ministers declared that the only armed force will be the Lebanese army…
newarab (2025-02-18). Chained by aid: America's tariff on Lebanon's pursuit of justice. newarab.com 
internationalviewpoint (2025-02-18). Trumps nightmare for Gaza based on longstanding Zionist hope. internationalviewpoint.org Roland Rance explores the continuity between Trumps outrageous proposals for Gaza and the longterm approach of all currents of Zionism | – | / |
Dhanusha Gihan Pathirana (2025-02-18). Sri Lanka's ISB Restructuring. cadtm.org
Eric Toussaint (2025-02-18). The policies of Sri Lanka's new government: a historic opportunity lost. cadtm.org
Gilbert Achcar (2025-02-18). The Age of Neofascism and Its Distinctive Features. cadtm.org
Maxime Perriot, Pablo Laixhay (2025-02-18). Debt-for-nature swaps 2.0, a deceptive solution. cadtm.org
Maxime Perriot (2025-02-18). Ecological debt : Who is reponsible ? The need for radical alternatives, far from false solutions of green capitalism. cadtm.org At the CADTM South Asia workshop in Colombo, held from Thursday 30 January to Saturday 1 February, Maxime Perriot developed the concept of ecological debt. Who is responsible? What are the false solutions promoted at the COPs, synonymous with green capitalism? What are the solutions promoted by the CADTM? Read his presentation below. | – | / |
Patrick Bond (2025-02-18). U.S. rulers versus South African rulers — versus both their peoples and ecologies. cadtm.org
Víctor Manuel Isidro Luna (2025-02-18). Migration perspectives during Trump's second term in office. cadtm.org
Yorgos Mitralias (2025-02-18). A great text by Nadia Valavani* on the first Tsipras government. cadtm.org
tn.ai (2025-02-18). Iran Ready to Resume Talks with EU3: Araqchi. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Voicing Iran's readiness to proceed with negotiations with the European troika, Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi stressed that Tehran does not tolerate the language of threat and pressure and will defeat the US' policy of maximum pressure.
tn.ai (2025-02-18). IRGC Unveils New Drones in War Game. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps Ground Force unveiled new suicide and reconnaissance drones amid a large-scale military exercise in southwest of Iran.
tn.ai (2025-02-18). Caspian Economic Forum Kicks Off in Iran. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The 3rd meeting of the Caspian Economic Forum got underway in Tehran on Tuesday, February 18.
tn.ai (2025-02-18). Omission of Iran from Regional Arrangements A Nonstarter: Araqchi. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Plans for Iran's exclusion from regional arrangements have ended in failure, Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said.
tn.ai (2025-02-18). Emir of Qatar to Visit Iran on Feb. 19. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi confirmed that Emir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani will be visiting Tehran on Wednesday, February 19.
tn.ai (2025-02-18). Two Britons Arrested in Iran on Charge of Espionage. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The Iranian Judiciary's spokesman said two British nationals have been arrested in Iran's southern province of Kerman on a charge of spying for Western intelligence services.
tn.ai (2025-02-18). Iran Denies Story on Arms Shipment to Yemen. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The spokesperson for the Foreign Ministry of Iran dismissed media stories about the shipment of Iranian arms to Yemen.
presstv.ir (2025-02-18). Iranian military bolsters ground communications with advanced tactical vehicles for IRGC units. presstv.ir The IRGC officially integrates two types of advanced tactical communication vehicles into its grassroots-level forces.
tvbrics (2025-02-18). China discovers new sauropod dinosaur species. tvbrics.com 
The specimen's lengths of 8 to 10 metres, which is significantly bigger than the 4 to 5 metre length of its predecessor…
tvbrics (2025-02-18). Egypt says BRICS membership opens new perspectives for country. tvbrics.com 
Egypt's Finance Minister emphasised the role of the New Development Bank in financing infrastructure projects in the countries of the association…
tvbrics (2025-02-18). India may achieve developed country status by 2047. tvbrics.com 
Haryana's government official believes that the country will succeed in becoming the third largest economy in the world…
tvbrics (2025-02-18). UN centre for sustainable development is launched in Ethiopia. tvbrics.com 
It will conduct research aimed at achieving the SDGs…
_____ (2025-02-18). Bangladesh journalists face threats from attacks, investigations, and looming cyber laws. Arlene Getz/CPJ Editorial Director
aljazeera (2025-02-18). Elon Musk's DOGE seeks access to US taxpayers' data, sparking privacy fears. aljazeera.com Democratic lawmakers express concern that Tesla CEO is seeking to weaponise the tax system against his rivals.
aljazeera (2025-02-18). Trump's tariffs present fresh headache for India's slowing economy. aljazeera.com India, one of the fastest growing economies in the world, is facing a slowdown in a sign of deeper problems.
aljazeera (2025-02-18). In Sudan, violence, hunger and death haunt displaced families at every turn. aljazeera.com The RSF assault on Zamzam camp forced thousands to flee to Tawila, where hunger already stalks the villagers.
aljazeera (2025-02-18). Argentina's Javier Milei faces fraud allegations over cryptocurrency post. aljazeera.com Critics have accused Milei of involvement in the rapid rise and fall of a cryptocurrency, costing investors thousands.
aljazeera (2025-02-18). Egypt developing Gaza reconstruction plan to counter Trump's 'take over'. aljazeera.com Egypt's foreign minister, Badr Abdelatty, has confirmed Cairo is 'actively developing' a reconstruction plan for Gaza.
aljazeera (2025-02-18). Mexico waits for Google response before filing lawsuit over Gulf dispute. aljazeera.com Mexico has objected to Google changing the Gulf of Mexico's name to the 'Gulf of America' for users in the US.
aljazeera (2025-02-18). Philippine VP Duterte's backers ask Supreme Court to throw out impeachment. aljazeera.com Lawyers supporting Duterte say impeachment was rushed through without due process.
aljazeera (2025-02-18). Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events — day 1,090. aljazeera.com Here are the key developments on the 1,090th day of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
aljazeera (2025-02-18). 'Serious concerns' as new video emerges of Australian captured by Russia. aljazeera.com The previously unseen footage of POW Oscar Jenkins shows him appearing emaciated, weak and complaining of a broken arm.
aljazeera (2025-02-18). Returning to our homes in Gaza. aljazeera.com After 15 months of war, thousands of displaced Palestinians returned to northern Gaza.
aljazeera (2025-02-18). AI: who's responsible for children's safety? aljazeera.com "‚ÄäI miss his laugh for sure, his funniness. I also miss how gentle he could be."
Noor Fatima (2025-02-18). Karachi: Fire breaks out in shopping center near Clifton. gnnhd.tv 
More than 30 clothing shops were burnt down in the fire…
sputnikglobe (2025-02-18). US Companies Took $324 Billion Hit by Quitting Russia: Here's Who Lost Most. sputnikglobe.com Russian officials responsible for the economic aspect of Tuesday's Ukraine peace-focused talks in Riyadh have provided their US counterparts a chart detailing some $324 billion in losses suffered by American corporations that quit the Russian market. Here's a breakdown by sector, and info on the major losses of individual companies.
| Pop Culture & Art | (2025-02-18). Drake's surprise leak has fans scrambling to identify mystery female rapper. tribune.com.pk 
Drake has once again ignited excitement among fans after leaking an unreleased track on his "Plot Twist" finsta account, leaving listeners scrambling to identify the unknown female rapper featured on the song. | The track, which samples Mint Condition's 1991 hit "Breakin' My Heart (Pretty Brown Eyes)," was reportedly left off his recent collaboration album with PARTYNEXTDOOR, "$ome $exy $ongs 4 U," due to sample clearance issues. | The leak immediately sparked curiosity, with one fan commenting, "Who is this even? I don't recognize her voice at all." However, rising New Orleans rapper OnlyHeaven has since step…
ecns.cn (2025-02-18). AI enhances China's cloud computing. ecns.cn China's cloud computing industry is expected to usher in new development opportunities as the meteoric rise of Chinese artificial intelligence startup DeepSeek has challenged the belief that massive computing resources are essential for AI breakthroughs.
marketing (2025-02-18). Ne Zha 2: The Ancient Philosophies Behind China's Record-Breaking New Animated Film #Ancient #Philosophies #Behind #China's #Record-Breaking #Animated #Film #Facebook #Twitter #Meta #Instagram #TikTok. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | On the surface, Ne Zha 2: The Sea's Fury (2025), the sequel to the 2019 Chinese blockbuster Nezha: Birth of the Demon Child , is a high-octane, action-packed and visually …
| Magazine Desk | (2025-02-18). Anuv Jain, the Heartbreak King, Just Shocked Fans with His Wedding Photos—But Will He Still Write Songs That Make Us Cry? tribune.com.pk 
Anuv Jain, the South Asian singer who's practically the soundtrack to every Gen Z heartache, has just pulled off a major plot twist that no one saw coming. | Known for his tear-jerking tracks like Jo Tum Mere Ho, Husn, and Baarishein, Anuv has built a loyal following by serenading fans with soulful ballads about heartbreak, abandonment, and all those complicated "situationships" we all know too well. | His music hits the feels hard, especially for those who know what it's like to be in a relationship that wasn't meant to last or maybe never even began. His haunting lyrics have made him the unofficial voice of…
infobrics (2025-02-18). Russia Expands Seafood Exports to China, Sets Record for Crab Sales. infobrics.org Russia has significantly increased its fish and seafood exports to China, achieving a record USD148.7 million in crab sales in November, RIA Novosti reported, citing data from Chinese customs…
infobrics (2025-02-18). SIBUR Receives Highest-Category ESG Rating from China's Largest Rating Agency. infobrics.org The rating agency China Chengxin Green Finance Technology (Beijing) Ltd. (CCXGF) has assigned SIBUR an ESG rating of A-, making SIBUR the only Russian company to receive a rating in CCXGF's highest category. SIBUR also ranks among the top 10 in CCXGF's ESG rating of global chemical companies…
infobrics (2025-02-18). China and US wrestle over Philippines as senator calls for the country to join BRICS. infobrics.org White House official suggests withdrawing US troops from the Philippines on condition.
Oiwan Lam (2025-02-18). How does China benefit from Donald Trump's shutdown of USAID? globalvoices.org 
Hugo GABBERO (2025-02-18). China: Joint statement on the fifth anniversary of the "Xiamen gathering" crackdown. fidh.org
Jianlu Bi (2025-02-18). How Chinese mythology and folklore are captivating the world. scmp.com Drawing on ancient myths, China's film and gaming industry is offering the world refreshing alternatives to the traditional Western canon.
Reuters (2025-02-18). Taiwan considering multibillion-dollar arms purchase from US, sources say. scmp.com Taiwan hoping to win support from the new Trump administration as mainland China continues to apply military pressure on the island.
TASS (2025-02-18). Russia sees China's diplomatic efforts on Ukraine since day one — MFA. tass.com Earlier, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Guo Jiakun said that China is happy to see any movement towards establishing peace in Ukraine…
presstv.ir (2025-02-18). Rescue workers search for survivors after powerful quake strikes China's Tibet. presstv.ir Rescue workers search rubble for survivors after powerful quake strikes China's Tibet.
channelnewsasia (2025-02-18). Singapore does not condone businesses who use local ties to bypass US export controls on AI chips. channelnewsasia.com Physical delivery of Nvidia's products to Singapore represent less than 1 per cent of its overall revenue, says Second Minister for Trade and Industry Tan See Leng.
____ (2025-02-18). Tensions Soar as Chinese and Philippine Forces Clash in South China Sea. devdiscourse.com The Philippine coast guard accused the Chinese navy of engaging in perilous flight maneuvers that posed a serious safety risk, flying close to a Philippine aircraft patrolling a disputed area in the South China Sea. The aircraft, conducting a maritime domain awareness flight over the Scarborough Shoal, was approached by a Chinese helicopter within just three meters, which the Philippines described as a blatant violation of aviation norms.
| News Desk | (2025-02-18). Pakistan can act as 'bridge builder' between China, US: Bilawal. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan can serve as a "bridge builder" between China and the United States amid growing global tensions, Pakistan Peoples Party Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari said during the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference. | Speaking in an interview with Deutsche Welle, Bilawal highlighted Pakistan's historical role in fostering dialogue between Beijing and Washington. | "If you want to put us in a camp, we would like to see ourselves as bridge builders," he said, adding that Pakistan aims to bridge gaps rather than deepen divisions. | Bilawal described former US president Donald Trump as a "deal maker," sugge…
ecns.cn (2025-02-18). Migratory birds flock to middle reaches of Yellow River in Spring. ecns.cn Migratory birds are spotted in the middle reaches of the Yellow River in Yulin, northwest China's Shaanxi Province as Spring is coming.
ecns.cn (2025-02-18). Digital payments enhance travel experience. ecns.cn As China continues to refine its digital payment service systems, foreign visitors are experiencing unprecedented ease in making cashless transactions across the country.
ecns.cn (2025-02-18). Peru's Chancay port processes over $290 million of goods in first 3 months of operation. ecns.cn Goods worth over $292 million has been processed by the Chancay Port in Peru, a major project under the China-proposed Belt and Road Initiative, during the port's first three months of operation.
ecns.cn (2025-02-18). Cross-border mechanism to fight crime. ecns.cn China and Myanmar have held talks on strengthening law enforcement and security cooperation, including establishing a regular mechanism to combat cross-border crimes such as online gambling and telecom fraud, according to a statement from the Chinese embassy in Myanmar.
ecns.cn (2025-02-18). China 'welcomes' U.S.-Russia consensus on Ukraine conflict, calls for inclusive talks. ecns.cn China's top envoy to the United Nations on Monday emphasized that his nation "welcomes" the recent consensus reached on Ukraine peace negotiations by the United States and Russia.
ecns.cn (2025-02-18). China sends warnings over Taiwan question. ecns.cn Beijing sent stern warnings on Monday to countries including the United States and Japan over their erroneous remarks and actions regarding the Taiwan question.
ecns.cn (2025-02-18). Zardari's visit reaffirms ties with Beijing. ecns.cn Pakistani President Asif Ali Zardari's state visit to China earlier this month has proved to be productive by beefing up bilateral cooperation in sectors such as technology, energy, space science, agriculture and security.
ecns.cn (2025-02-18). Artificial intelligence changing learning landscape. ecns.cn The recent and rapid development of artificial intelligence has already impacted education on all levels in China, from primary and secondary schools to higher education.
ecns.cn (2025-02-18). National security authorities uncover case involving individual sending military secrets to foreign spy agencies. ecns.cn Recently, national security authorities in China uncovered a case involving an individual colluding with foreign espionage agencies to steal military secrets, including information on troop deployment locations, weapon configurations, and barracks conditions.
ecns.cn (2025-02-18). New school semester starts in China. ecns.cn The new semester for primary and secondary schools kicked off in many parts of China on Monday.
ecns.cn (2025-02-18). Xi urges healthy, high-quality development of private sector. ecns.cn Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, also Chinese president and chairman of the Central Military Commission, attends a symposium on private enterprises, where he delivers an important speech, in Beijing, capital of China, Feb. 17, 2025.
ecns.cn (2025-02-18). China sees private companies rapidly expanding. ecns.cn Chinese private companies are advancing rapidly amid challenges, with technology not only flourishing in high-end manufacturing and artificial intelligence, but also pioneering innovative growth in traditional sectors, such as agriculture.
ecns.cn (2025-02-18). MIC sees 49% surge in platform business at start of 2025. ecns.cn Business opportunities on Made-in-China.com, a platform that connects global buyers with Chinese suppliers, have surged by 49 percent year-on-year since the resumption of work after the Spring Festival holiday, reflecting strong growth momentum in China's foreign trade.
ecns.cn (2025-02-18). China is working with Thailand, Myanmar to eradicate online scam: FM. ecns.cn China is carrying out active bilateral and multilateral cooperation with countries including Thailand and Myanmar to eradicate online gambling and scams, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said at a regular press conference on Monday.
ecns.cn (2025-02-18). China launches first intercity low-altitude drone logistics route. ecns.cn In a major move for China's logistics sector, the country has successfully completed its first intercity low-altitude large-scale drone cargo flight.
ecns.cn (2025-02-18). China to expedite market entry list revision. ecns.cn China is set to expedite the revision of its negative list for market entry and remove unnecessary barriers to market access, as part of its larger drive to foster the development of the private economy.
ecns.cn (2025-02-18). China's first helicopter-borne electromagnetic detection system completes high-altitude geological survey. ecns.cn China's first helicopter-borne geophysical electromagnetic detection has successfully carried out a geological survey mission in high-altitude.
Carole Crumley (2025-02-18). How We Distribute Power Will Influence Our Future. counterpunch.org 
Power in human societies is often viewed as hierarchical, meaning that it's tiered and ranked. This view doesn't fully capture the complexity of how power is managed in different cultures. Some societies are not strictly hierarchical but heterarchical, where power is distributed among various groups or individuals who work together without a clear ranking. There
John P. Ruehl (2025-02-18). Foreign Companies Driving the Global Privatization of Domestic Infrastructure. counterpunch.org 
On February 4, 2025, Chicago's business community pushed back against Mayor Brandon Johnson's proposal to raise real estate transfer taxes, adding to the city's ongoing economic struggles. Besides a struggling pension fund, high home prices, and other factors, a significant contributor to the city's woes lies in the controversial privatization initiatives from the 2000s, known as the
Stephen Capra (2025-02-18). The Man Who Would Kill Wolf Pups. counterpunch.org 
"We must kill more wolves. When hornets get near my house, I don't just kill the adults, I destroy the larvae." — Representative Paul Fielder, Thompson Falls, Montana Over the past several years, we have come to know Paul Fielder (R) of Thompson Falls through the course of his tenure as state senator and now
William Astore (2025-02-18). Making Old-Style Imperialism Great Again. counterpunch.org 
A few years ago, I came across an old book at an estate sale. Its title caught my eye: "Our New Possessions." Its cover featured the Statue of Liberty against stylized stars and stripes. What were those "new possessions"? The cover made it quite clear: Cuba, Hawaii, the Philippines, and Puerto Rico. The subtitle made it
Peter Bratsis (2025-02-18). Donald Trump: The Most American President. counterpunch.org 
The rise of Donald Trump has been met with a large chorus of voices that proclaim him to be profoundly un-American, from the 'Russiagate' days following his 2016 victory that tried to paint him as a foreign agent (or, at best, a stooge in some Russian conspiracy to subvert the integrity of the United States)
Robert Jensen (2025-02-18). Understanding Biology ‚â Biological Essentialism. counterpunch.org Anyone who has critiqued, or even dared to question, the ideology of the transgender movement likely has been accused of being a "biological essentialist." The most recent episode of this in my life came when a friend read the chapter in my new book about the trans debate and told me that I was advocating
sputnikglobe (2025-02-18). Russia Working on Integrating Drones Into Tanks. sputnikglobe.com "Special attention is given to automating drone control, as tank crews still need to perform their primary duties," the press service of Uralvagonzavod, Russia's largest tank manufacturer, tells Sputnik.
TASS (2025-02-18). Drone-hit CPC oil station to take up to two months to repair — pipeline operator. tass.com Oil is temporarily being rerouted to the Tengiz – Novorossiysk oil pipeline via an emergency loop that bypasses the station…
ecns.cn (2025-02-18). Guiyang Airport launches new cargo routes to Yangon and Dhaka. ecns.cn Guiyang Longdongbao International Airport launched two new all-cargo routes to Yangon, Myanmar's largest city, and Dhaka, capital of Bangladesh, on Monday, according to Guizhou Civil Aviation Industry Group Co., Ltd.
ecns.cn (2025-02-18). GBA rises as global hub for tech industry. ecns.cn Driven by collaborative efforts, the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area is emerging as a global powerhouse for future industries such as artificial intelligence and smart robotics, technology experts said on Monday at a forum in Shenzhen.
ecns.cn (2025-02-18). Sentiment over property sector seen recovering. ecns.cn Six out of 10 investors expect market activity to recover by the end of this year and property investment transactions are projected to stage a growth of 5 percent-10 percent on the Chinese mainland.
ecns.cn (2025-02-18). Canada's auto industry faces 'steely' barriers. ecns.cn U.S. President Donald Trump's plan to impose a 25 percent tariff on steel and aluminum imports can potentially affect industries reliant on cross-border trade, particularly the auto industry, experts say.
ecns.cn (2025-02-18). TCM doctor finds international success. ecns.cn On the wall of Zhong Danzhu's clinic in Chengdu, Sichuan province, hangs a silk banner presented by Petru Lucinschi, former president of Moldova, inscribed with the words "Eastern Divine Doctor".
ecns.cn (2025-02-18). Chinese tech shines at UAE defense expo. ecns.cn Chinese arms makers are among world industry leaders who will display cutting-edge technologies and products at the International Defense Exhibition and Conference 2025.
ecns.cn (2025-02-18). HK receives second organ donation from mainland, benefiting baby girl. ecns.cn An 8-month-old girl became Hong Kong's second recipient of a heart donated from the Chinese mainland on Sunday, thanks to a specialized cooperation mechanism established after the first successful transplantation in 2022.
ecns.cn (2025-02-18). Researchers discover sesame seed-sized ladybug. ecns.cn Chinese researchers have discovered a new micro ladybug species in Haizhu Wetland Park in Guangzhou, capital of Guangdong province, they announced on Sunday.
ecns.cn (2025-02-18). Caution urged around rapid embrace of transformative tech. ecns.cn Artificial intelligence has transformed the educational landscape and reshaped how learners think and learn, yet like a double-edged sword, it has also sparked concerns over its negative impact on learners as well as academic norms.
ecns.cn (2025-02-18). Citizen hotline focus of documentary. ecns.cn A documentary film highlighting the Chinese capital's efforts to improve urban governance through swift responses to public complaints opens in major cinemas on Tuesday.
ecns.cn (2025-02-18). Beijing increases PE time to foster healthy students. ecns.cn Beijing will improve both the duration and quality of physical education in primary and secondary schools, according to an official announcement released on Monday.
ecns.cn (2025-02-18). Chinese authorities pledge wider market access for private companies. ecns.cn NDRC pledged to further remove market access barriers and revise the market access negative list for private enterprises in a timely manner, in a bid to accelerate the development of the private economy.
albawaba (2025-02-18). Jordanian King Abdullah to undergo minor surgery today. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – The Royal Hashemite Court (RHC) announced Tuesday that Jordanian King Abdullah II will undergo a minor surgery today, Feb. 18, 2025.The RHC also reassured people that the minor surgery is to treat an incisional hernia and will take place at King Hussein Medical Center.The minor surgery comes about a week after the King's visit to Washington D.C. where he met with US President Donald Trump and many senior American officials to discuss the latest developments in the Middle East and the Gaza Strip. ÿ®ŸäÿßŸÜ ÿµÿßÿØÿ± &yum…
United World International (2025-02-18). Why Trump's "Gaza plan" is closely related to Türkiye? uwidata.com We interviewed àñzgàºr Altƒ±nba≈ü, the Foreign News Chief of Aydƒ±nlƒ±k newspaper of Türkiye, regarding Trump's Eastern Mediterranean policy, its impact on Türkiye, and the current situation in Ukraine. Altƒ±nba≈ü has been closely monitoring these regions by visiting them firsthand. Trump and his team have unveiled their plans for Gaza. It is becoming increasingly clear that …
newarab (2025-02-18). Herculean task: Will Egypt's post-war Gaza plan succeed. newarab.com 
newarab (2025-02-18). Azmi Bishara: To foil Trump's plan, Arabs must make Gaza livable. newarab.com 
Arab thinker and General Director of the Arab Center for Research and Policy Studies, In an interview with Al-Araby Al-Jadeed, Arabic sister publication of The New Arab, he stated that initiating such a plan is the only practical response to…
newarab (2025-02-18). Hamas says 'ready to relinquish power' in Gaza, with conditions. newarab.com 
The Palestinian Islamic Speaking to The New Arab, Abdul Latif al-Qanoua, Hamas's spokesperson, said that Hamas does not oppose the establishment of a committee to oversee Gaza's administration. | However, he emphas…
newarab (2025-02-18). Tunisia may 'host' exiled Hamas figures in next Gaza deal. newarab.com 
Since early February,…
| News Desk | (2025-02-18). Egypt counters Trump's Gaza plan with new reconstruction strategy. tribune.com.pk 
Egypt is actively developing a reconstruction plan for Gaza in response to United States President Donald Trump's controversial proposal to "take over" the territory and displace its population. | The Egyptian government aims to rebuild Gaza without forcing its Palestinian inhabitants out, offering a potential alternative to Trump's widely condemned idea. | Egypt's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Badr Abdelatty, confirmed on Monday that Cairo is working on a comprehensive, multi-phase plan aimed at Gaza's recovery and reconstruction. This announcement was made in a report by Egypt's state-run Al-Ahram newspaper.
ICRC (2025-02-18). Bangladesh: Training empowers staff, volunteers of Bangladesh Red Crescent to deliver humanitarian aid safely. icrc.org
ICRC (2025-02-18). ICRC Supports the Ministry of Defence of The Kyrgyz Republic to Establish a Classroom for International Humanitarian Law Trainings. icrc.org
ICRC (2025-02-18). IHL and humanitarian principles. icrc.org
ICRC (2025-02-18). ICRC President: Upholding international humanitarian law is crucial to reducing escalating costs of war. icrc.org
ICRC (2025-02-18). Every human life deserves safety and dignity: A call to make international humanitarian law a political priority. icrc.org
TASS (2025-02-18). Military police ensured safe rotation of IAEA experts 12 times in 2024. tass.com The Ukraine army had tried several times to undermine IAEA rotations, Lieutenant Colonel Ruslan Balakishiyev, the region's deputy military commandant, said…
ICRC (2025-02-18). Afghanistan: 2024 Operational facts and figures. icrc.org
ICRC (2025-02-18). DRC: ICRC helping to restore essential services in Goma. icrc.org
ICRC (2025-02-18). Philippines: Falling in love in… and for the Red Cross. icrc.org
ICRC (2025-02-18). South Sudan: ICRC Mobile Surgical Team carries out over 300 surgeries on war wounded injured in the Sudan conflict in Renk town. icrc.org
ICRC (2025-02-18). Environmental and social safeguard document: Emergency Support for Women and Affected Communities (ESWAC) in Sudan. icrc.org
ICRC (2025-02-18). Advanced IHL Learning Series. icrc.org
ICRC (2025-02-18). Auschwitz Liberation Commemoration. icrc.org
ICRC (2025-02-18). DRC: The ICRC condemns attacks that left many civilians in North Kivu wounded or dead. icrc.org
ICRC (2025-02-18). Sri Lanka: The first National Conference for the Families of Missing Persons in Sri Lanka. icrc.org
ICRC (2025-02-18). Sudan: Attacks on critical civilian infrastructure surge amid escalating fighting. icrc.org
ICRC (2025-02-18). Yemen: 153 detainees released with the support of the ICRC. icrc.org
Taylar Dawn Stagner (2025-02-18). 'It's about control': Why Trump renamed Denali to Mount McKinley. grist.org There is a game children play called "King of the Mountain." The rules vary, but generally, kids race to the top of a mound and push or wrestle until only one child stands and is declared the king. Displacing other children on the mound is the only way to win, and the game often rewards particularly vicious players — those who will bite, punch, and scratch to get to the top of the hill and win the title. | It's a game the Trump administration is also keen on playing. But in this version, physical violence is replaced by aggressive tariffs, hostile dealings with foreign officials, and fraudulent business…
infobrics (2025-02-18). BRICS Countries Now Use National Currencies for 65% of Mutual Trade Settlements in 2024, IMF Data Reveals. infobrics.org The US dollar's dominance in global foreign exchange reserves is steadily waning, with the latest figures from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) showing a sharp decline to its lowest level in nearly 30 years…
infobrics (2025-02-18). Ukraine attacks US-linked facilities in Russia. infobrics.org The Kiev regime keeps trying to boycott Russia-US diplomatic talks.
TASS (2025-02-18). Kiev makes over 10 futile attempts to storm Russian positions near Makeyevka in LPR. tass.com "The Ukrainian military command failed to carry through its plan," military expert Andrey Marochko said…
TASS (2025-02-18). No one has done more than Zelensky to destroy Ukraine's statehood — Patrushev. tass.com "The Kiev regime has no support from its own people, the country's president is illegitimate, and the neo-Nazi government subjugates the citizens of Ukraine under the threat of taking their lives," the Russian presidential aide said…
TASS (2025-02-18). US will not change Europe's security architecture to resolve Ukraine issue — senator. tass.com According to Jim Risch, "there will be no absolutely happy people" once the conflict is settled because Kiev and its Western allies will have to make compromises…
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Staff (2025-02-18). Russian court issues arrest warrant for Western journalist. 
Switzerland's Kurt Pelda has been charged with illegally crossing the border alongside Ukrainian troops | A Russian court has issued an arrest warrant for Swiss journalist Kurt Pelda, who was charged with illegally crossing the border together with invading Ukrainian troops. If found guilty and apprehended, he will face up to five years in prison. | Kiev launched an offensive into Russia's Kursk Region in early August, capturing the town of Sudzha and dozens of villages. Ukrainian leader Vladimir Zelensky has claimed that the incursion across the internationally recognized border was an attempt to gain leverag…
Staff (2025-02-18). US-Russia meeting in Riyadh will 'have no results' — Zelensky. 
The Ukrainian leader has said Kiev will not recognize deals made behind its back | Kiev will not take part in the US-Russia negotiations in Riyadh and considers them meaningless, Ukrainian leader Vladimir Zelensky has said. | Teams led by Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will meet on Tuesday in what will be the first high-level talks between the two countries over Ukraine since 2022. | "Ukraine will not participate," Zelensky told reporters on Monday, adding that Kiev "didn't know anything" about the upcoming talks. | "Ukraine views any negotiations about Ukraine tha…
TASS (2025-02-18). Ukraine's NATO membership is unacceptable for Russia — MFA. tass.com Maria Zakharova also highlighted that "refusing to accept Kiev into NATO now is not enough"
TASS (2025-02-18). European elites to face consequences of supporting Kiev regime — diplomat. tass.com According to Maria Zakharova, the reason for the "blindness" of Western elites lies in the fact that "they need to justify themselves in the eyes of their own citizens, they need to justify their own failure, the failure of their own policies"
marketing (2025-02-18). Australian Women Will Soon Be Eligible For A Menopause Health Check. Here's What To Expect #Australian #Women #Soon #Eligible #Menopause #Health #Check. #Here's #What #Expect #Vaccines #Pills #Doctor #Hospital #Pandemic. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | The federal government has recently pledged to create a new Medicare rebate for menopause health assessments. It's due to be available from July 1 . | The announcement …
Alexandra Hall Hall (2025-02-18). 'Dear King Donald the Magnificent' — A Letter From One Troubled Monarch to Another. bylinetimes.com 
To that end, I believe a splendid start could be made if King Charles wrote a letter of welcome to his fellow Head of State. It could go something like this: |
| "To His Majesty, King Donald The Magnificent of America, Prince of Mar-a-Lago, Lord of Social Media, Protector of the People (white, male), Defender of the Faith (Evangelicals only), and Persecutor of Immigrants. | "To my Royal Brother, Greetings. I trust that you, Melania, Ivanka and the other ladies of your court are well. | "Congratulations on your magnificent accomplishment…
WSWS (2025-02-18). Thousands protest attacks on immigrants, federal workers and fascistic takeover of US government. wsws.org In small towns and large cities, protesters denounced attacks on immigrants and federal workers spearheaded by billionaires Musk and Trump.
WSWS (2025-02-18). Deportation of Miami teacher exposes bipartisan character of attack on immigrants. wsws.org A Miami-Dade middle school science teacher, a DACA recipient, was detained by ICE and then deported, in the final days of the Biden administration.
UMMID (2025-02-18). Fact Check: Flaws in JNU, TISS Studies on Bangladeshi, Rohingya Migrants. ummid.com The TISS and JNU studies released a day before the 2024 Maharashtra and Delhi elections and used by the BJP as campaign materials, show clear signs of a misleading narrative.
UMMID (2025-02-18). U.S. deports 119 more 'illegal immigrants' to India. ummid.com A U.S. military plane carrying 119 Indians who, the Americans claimed, were living in the United States 'illegally' arrived at Sri Guru Ram Das Ji International Airport in Amritsar Saturday around 11: 40 PM.
UMMID (2025-02-18). Chained and shackled, 3rd batch of Indian migrants, deported from U.S. ummid.com The third batch of 112 Indian migrants, whom the U.S. administration claimed were living there illegally, arrived in India Sunday night after their deportation from America.
TASS (2025-02-18). West seeks to turn Black, Baltic Seas into NATO-controlled waters — presidential aide. tass.com According to Nikolay Patrushev, the word "supposedly" has been used frequently by the West, "replacing evidence with rumors and slander"
TASS (2025-02-18). EU ready to lead in providing security guarantees for Ukraine, NATO chief says. tass.com "Ready and willing to invest a lot more in our security," Mark Rutte said…
A a (2025-02-18). The expansion of NATO and the dissolution of the pan-European order. strategic-culture.su ![]()
Cris Barrish (2025-02-18). 'Just tired of losing': As Delaware GOP reels from irrelevance, a senator challenges incumbent attorney for party chair. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Dave Lawson knows what it's like to take on Democrats. | The Republican former state trooper and Vietnam veteran did just that in 2010. | That year, he was a political newcomer but defeated state Sen. Nancy Cook, the powerful chair of the Joint Finance Committee, for the western Kent County seat she had held for 36 years. | Ever since, Lawson has had a stranglehold on the seat that stretches from Smyrna to Harrington, and has been a consistent conservative voice in the Senat…
greenleft.org.au (2025-02-18). Merri-bek Council takes down Palestine flag. greenleft.org.au 
greenleft.org.au (2025-02-18). Pilbara for Palestine Facebook banned for 'impersonating a business'. greenleft.org.au 
greenleft.org.au (2025-02-18). Support for Palestine surges in Blue Mountains. greenleft.org.au 
UMMID (2025-02-18). Egypt's al-Sisi declines Trump's 'invite' over Palestine. ummid.com Egypt's President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi has declined U.S. President Donald Trump's invite if the forced displacement of Palestinians is on agenda, the government sources said.
Agence France-Presse (2025-02-18). WHO chief urges pandemic accord action after US withdrawal. scmp.com WHO director general Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus warned that the next pandemic was 'a matter of when, not if'.
The Independent (2025-02-18). Afreximbank seeks to claw back US$657mn debt from South Sudan. independent.co.ug 
The case comes at a trying time for South Sudan, one of the world's most impoverished countries, which is heavily reliant on oil exports for government spending South Sudan | Felix Thompson | The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) is suing the Republic of South Sudan for allegedly failing to repay US$657mn in trade and pandemic-related facilities. Afreximbank …
WSWS (2025-02-18). Public transport union leaders sabotage 5th general strike in Peru. wsws.org The core issue in the strike's failure is that the union leaders represent the interests of private transport companies rather than those of drivers and other workers.
Juan M. Garcia (2025-02-18). Cuban doctors' work in Mexican health centers highlighted. plenglish.com Mexico, Feb 18 (Prensa Latina) The arrivals of Cuban medical experts in Mexico have helped to fill the gap in health services for people who lack social security, especially in places with unfilled medical positions, La Jornada noted on Monday.
Juan M. Garcia (2025-02-18). New compendium of Cuban mythology at Havana Book Fair. plenglish.com Havana, Feb 18 (Prensa Latina) Writers Manuel Rivero and Alex Padrón presented the second edition of the "Catauro of Mythical and Legendary Beings in Cuba," at the 33rd International Book Fair in Havana on Monday.
Staff (2025-02-18). US-Russia talks begin in Saudi Arabia. 
The high-level meeting in Riyadh seeks to lay the groundwork for settling the Ukraine conflict | Russian and US delegations have begun high-level talks in Saudi Arabia aimed at restoring diplomatic relations and paving the way for a settlement of the Ukraine conflict. | The meeting in Riyadh is attended by Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, President Vladimir Putin's top foreign policy aide, Yury Ushakov, and Kirill Dmitriev, the CEO of the Russian Direct Investment Fund (RDIF). The US is represented by Secretary of State Marco Rubio, National Security Adviser Mike Waltz, and Steve Witkoff, the special en…
Staff (2025-02-18). Russia and US hold talks in Saudi Arabia: Live updates. 
Moscow and Washington seek to restore bilateral ties and pave the way for a settlement of the Ukraine conflict | Top Russian and US diplomats are holding talks in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia to find a way to restore diplomatic relations, set the stage for a summit between Russian President Vladimir Putin and his US counterpart, Donald Trump, and pave the way for resolving the Ukraine conflict. | The Russian delegation is led by Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and includes Yury Ushakov, Putin's top foreign policy aide, and Kirill Dmitriev, the CEO of the Russian Direct Investment Fund (RDIF). The American side is repre…
Staff (2025-02-18). Musk reacts to upcoming US-Russia talks. 
"This is what competent leadership looks like," the tech tycoon and ally of President Donald Trump wrote on X | Billionaire Elon Musk, a major ally of US President Donald Trump, has welcomed the arrival of a Russian delegation in Saudi Arabia ahead of the first direct Russian-US negotiations over the Ukraine conflict. | The Tesla, SpaceX, and X owner reposted an excerpt from a Russian news segment about the arrival of the delegation led by Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov in Riyadh. "This is what competent leadership looks like," he wrote on X. | In a video shared by Musk, journalist Evgeny Popov asked Yury Usha…
TASS (2025-02-18). T-90MS tank proves efficiency in Ukraine operation. tass.com Head of the Federal Service for Military-Technical Cooperation Dmitry Shugayev noted that foreign partners are considering modernization of their Russian-made tanks…
TASS (2025-02-18). Russian gas supplies to Europe via TurkStream hit record highs for second consecutive week. tass.com In particular, gas flows through the Strandzha 2 compressor station on the Turkish-Bulgarian border exceeded 396 mln cubic meters on February 10-16, reaching the highest weekly level since the gas pipeline's launch in January 2020…
TASS (2025-02-18). Russian official says US businesses lost $300 bln after leaving Russia. tass.com Kirill Dmitriev said "it's very important that the US and Russia cooperate together, and jointly, we can solve problems"
TASS (2025-02-18). Establishing economic contacts between Russia, US very important for Washington. tass.com According to head of the Russian Direct Investment Fund Kirill Dmitriev, Moscow is looking forward to a positive discussion…
TASS (2025-02-18). Russia demands respect to resume dialogue with Berlin — Putin's aide. tass.com Nikolay Patrushev added that in recent years, Western countries "have either isolated themselves from communicating with Russia, or switched to the language of demands, ultimatums, insults, and calls for the destruction of the Russian population"
TASS (2025-02-18). Musk points to 'competent leadership' as Russian delegation arrives in Riyadh. tass.com The two countries' delegations will hold talks in Riyadh on February 18…
Agence France-Presse (2025-02-18). US wants to please Russia's Putin, Ukraine's Zelensky says. scmp.com Ukraine's president warns against a 'quick win' as momentum grows for talks to end Russia's war in Ukraine.
TASS (2025-02-18). Western sanctions give Russia opportunity to build out domestic shipbuilding industry. tass.com Nikolay Patrushev noted that technological supply chains within the industry are being restored…
TASS (2025-02-18). Russian stocks down on completion of talks between Russian, US delegations. tass.com The MOEX was down by 1.62% at 3,254.85 points, while the RTS was down by 1.62% at 1,121.4 points…
TASS (2025-02-18). Russia-US talks in Riyadh come to end after 4.5 hours of discussions. tass.com Russia was represented by Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, Presidential Aide Yury Ushakov, and CEO of the Russian Direct Investment Fund Kirill Dmitriev…
TASS (2025-02-18). Russia against EU peacekeepers in Ukraine — senior diplomat. tass.com According to Alexander Grushko, their presence would be "a step towards escalation"
TASS (2025-02-18). Russia sees no indications of US troops pullback from Europe — diplomat. tass.com According to Alexander Grushko, the alliance decided to move toward increasing the deployment level to brigade-based, whereas it is currently battalion-based"
TASS (2025-02-18). Russia, US discuss entire array of accumulated issues — MFA. tass.com According to Maria Zakharova, the issues "have been amassing not just over the three years when we had no contacts at all because of [former US President Joe] Biden's administration, but over all previous years"
TASS (2025-02-18). Russia expects US to detail Trump's position on Ukraine in Riyadh — senior diplomat. tass.com Alexander Grushko compared the position of the new US president with the policy of the previous administration, which played "an extremely negative role, escalating this conflict, turning Ukraine into anti-Russia, supplying it with modern weapons"
TASS (2025-02-18). Too early to talk about compromises, Russia's Dmitriev says following Russia-US talks. tass.com According to the chief executive of the Russian Direct Investment Fund, the Russian and US teams treated each other with respect, as equals…
TASS (2025-02-18). No evidence of progress in Russia's relations with EU — diplomat. tass.com "For some reason, the EU countries and Europeans are demanding a place at the negotiating table on the settlement of the Ukrainian conflict," Alexander Grushko noted…
TASS (2025-02-18). Moscow's cultural center in Chisinau continues its operations, says Russian diplomat. tass.com Moldova's decision to shut down the Russian House will primarily affect those of its citizens who regard the language and culture of Russia as an integral part of their lives, Maria Zakharova noted…
TASS (2025-02-18). Putin-Trump meeting unlikely to take place next week — Russian presidential aide. tass.com Yury Ushakov still confirmed that the presidential meeting was a topic of discussion at the Riyadh summit…
TASS (2025-02-18). Top Russian diplomat meets his Saudi counterpart in Riyadh — Russia's Foreign Ministry. tass.com Saudi Arabia was also represented by Musaad bin Mohammed Al Aiban, the kingdom's national security advisor holding the rank of the minister of state…
TASS (2025-02-18). 'Constructive' US-Russia talks explore joint economic opportunities — head of RDIF. tass.com Kirill Dmitriev expressed gratitude to Saudi Arabia for providing a platform for negotiations…
____ (2025-02-18). Unveiling the Shadows: Russia's Covert Influence Behind 'Children of War' Exhibit. devdiscourse.com The 'Children of War' exhibit, showcasing haunting images of children purportedly killed in the Russia-Ukraine conflict, is stirring controversy in Germany. While presented as a peace initiative, it has ties to a network linked to the Russian state, aiming to erode support for military aid to Ukraine.
____ (2025-02-18). Riyadh Diplomacy: U.S. and Russia's Talks Amidst Ukraine Tensions. devdiscourse.com In Riyadh, U.S. and Russian officials convened to discuss potential resolutions to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. The meeting, closely monitored by Ukraine and European leaders, raises debates over its implications and potential compromises that may arise.
| News Desk | (2025-02-18). US, Russian officials hold high-stakes peace talks without Ukraine. tribune.com.pk 
Top US and Russian diplomats met on Tuesday in Saudi Arabia, aiming to discuss the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and explore ways to restore deteriorating relations between their countries. | This marks the first high-level meeting between the two nations since Russia's invasion of Ukraine nearly three years ago. | The discussions were held at Diriyah Palace in the Saudi capital, Riyadh, under the leadership of US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov. | The talks, which are part of an ongoing diplomatic push, are expected to address the war in Ukraine, with a focus on a poten…
UMMID (2025-02-18). Trump, Putin meet in Saudi Arabia to end Ukraine war. ummid.com U.S. President Donald Trump will meet his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin in Saudi Arabia for a discussion to end the Ukraine war.
TASS (2025-02-18). Russian, US delegations to hold talks in Riyadh. tass.com Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and Kremlin Aide Yury Ushakov will represent the country during the talks…
TASS (2025-02-18). Russia, US discuss rapprochement of positions — Kremlin aide. tass.com Yury Ushakov pointed out that it is still difficult to say that the positions of Russia and the United States are converging…
TASS (2025-02-18). Russian foreign minister meets Saudi crown prince in Riyadh. tass.com The Russian and US delegations held talks in Riyadh earlier on February 18…
marketing (2025-02-18). What Are The Most Likely Scenarios In The Ukrainian War? #What #Most #Likely #Scenarios #Ukrainian #War? #Inflation #Currency #US #Dollar #Exchange #Recession. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Russia's invasion of Ukraine in 2022 marked a turning point in European and global geopolitics, challenging the foundations of…
Tamara Knežević (2025-02-18). Serbia's Mass Protests Against a Crony-Capitalist Government. internationalviewpoint.org Serbia's prime minister has resigned after months of protests over the deadly rail-station canopy collapse in Novi Sad. No isolated incident, the disaster has become the latest symbol of government subservience to unscrupulous multinational developers | – | / |
greenleft.org.au (2025-02-18). Socialist Alliance announces candidates for Sydney, NSW Senate. greenleft.org.au 
A A (2025-02-18). Il Vietnam promuove lo sviluppo scientifico-tecnologico e la trasformazione digitale. strategic-culture.su ![]()
Il Vietnam, economia emergente in rapida ascesa, avvia un ambizioso programma di sviluppo tecnologico e trasformazione digitale. Riforme legislative e solidi partenariati pubblico-privati mirano a superare ostacoli istituzionali e a consolidare un modello socialista moderno, promuovendo innovazione e crescita sostenibile. | Segue nostro In quanto una delle principali economie emergenti del pianeta, il Vietnam sta prendendo tutte le misur…
| News Desk | (2025-02-18). PIA flight narrowly avoids major accident after bird strike. tribune.com.pk 
A Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) flight en route from Lahore to Dubai narrowly escaped a major accident after a bird strike. The incident occurred when the bird collided with the engine of the Airbus aircraft on flight PK 203. | The captain promptly contacted the air traffic controller and requested permission for an emergency landing. The aircraft, carrying over 150 passengers, was safely landed by the captain. | PIA's engineering team will be dispatched from Karachi via flight PK 304 to Lahore Airport for further inspection. The team will perform a boreoscopic inspection to assess any damage to the ai…
| News Desk | (2025-02-18). Civilians court martial not prohibited under international laws, says SC judge. tribune.com.pk 
Justice Naeem Akhtar Afghan of the Supreme Court's constitutional bench stated on Tuesday that international law does not explicitly prohibit the court-martial of civilians. | The SC judge made these remarks during the hearing of intra-court appeals challenging the declaration of civilian trials in military courts as null and void. | During the proceedings, Justice Jamal Khan Mandokhel inquired about the implications if a country fails to adhere to international regulations. The appeals were heard by a seven-member bench, led by Justice Aminuddin Khan. | Justice Naeem Akhtar Afghan, during the hearing of an in…
_____ (2025-02-18). Taliban ban domestic political and economic broadcasts in Afghanistan. amu.tv
TASS (2025-02-18). France's overseas territories 'sick and tired' of being treated as colonies — Putin's aide. tass.com Nikolay Patrushev noted that "France does not intend to listen to the opinion of the inhabitants of the overseas territories who dream of independence"
TASS (2025-02-18). EU leaders confirm 'Ukraine deserves peace through strength' — European Commission chief. tass.com According to Ursula von der Leyen, "Europe carries its full share of the military assistance to Ukraine"
TASS (2025-02-18). Sharp differences emerge at Paris meeting over troop deployment in Ukraine — newspaper. tass.com According to the report, Germany, Italy, Poland and Spain said they were reluctant to send peacekeepers to Ukraine, hours after the UK proposed a possible deployment of European forces there…
TASS (2025-02-18). Weapons stocks depleted in European, Ukrainian stockpiles — Rheinmetall head. tass.com Armin Papperger added that demand for weapons in the region will remain high even after the end of the conflict in Ukraine amid promises by US President Donald Trump to cut military support for Europe…
TASS (2025-02-18). European shares up to all-time high on defense sector boost. tass.com The surge came after EC President Ursula von der Leyen said that the commission would propose exempting defense spending from EU government spending limits…
TASS (2025-02-18). Finland, Sweden should focus on Greenland rather than Ukraine — Zakharova. tass.com US President Donald Trump stated on January 7 that Greenland should become part of the US and threatened to slap high trade tariffs on Denmark if it doesn't give up the island…
TASS (2025-02-18). Top German diplomat says premature to talk about sending peacekeepers to Ukraine. tass.com Annalena Baerbock stressed that "maintaining peace is Europe's job" and no decision can be made behind Europe's back…
WSWS (2025-02-18). Canada and US hockey players brawl amid nationalist furor over Trump's trade war. wsws.org The promotion of such backward sentiments, for which the players are by no means chiefly responsible, underscores the real dangers confronting North American workers as the rival capitalist elites whip up national chauvinism.
WSWS (2025-02-18). Sozialistische Gleichheitspartei holds final election rally in Berlin. wsws.org The SGP is running in the early federal elections on February 23 to oppose the all-party coalition for war and social cuts, and to build an international movement against war and capitalism.
WSWS (2025-02-18). Bursting of century-old water main floods Detroit neighborhood. wsws.org With wind-chill temperatures near zero, residents were forced to evacuate as first responders used boats, rafts and diving equipment to rescue those trapped by the rising water and ice.
WSWS (2025-02-18). CSX advances major restructuring of operations, eliminating dozens of train crew jobs. wsws.org Under the new system, CSX railmen would have to work in a wider geographic area, meaning longer shifts, increased workloads and fewer crew changes, further upending their lives and daily routines.
WSWS (2025-02-18). Australian federal Labor government threatens to shut down NSW rail dispute. wsws.org Calls for federal intervention came after mass train cancellations and delays on Friday, when the New South Wales Labor government told workers they would not be paid if they took part in limited work bans.
WSWS (2025-02-18). Musk seeks access to IRS tax data on all Americans. wsws.org The world's richest man is systematically seeking to build the world's largest database to direct benefit cutoffs and mass political repression.
WSWS (2025-02-18). Trump's plan to seize Ukraine's minerals and the mounting US-EU conflict. wsws.org The European response to Trump is no less reactionary than the fascist president's own policy. It is to rearm, rearm and rearm some more.
WSWS (2025-02-18). Modi imposes austerity budget as social inequality continues to grow at torrential pace. wsws.org The Indian budget for 2025—26 provides massive subsidies for corporations, tax cuts for a wealthy few and increased military spending, while slashing social spending for impoverished workers and toilers.
WSWS (2025-02-18). The political and social implications of the attack on USAID by the Trump White House. wsws.org While USAID is well known for prosecuting US imperialism's foreign policy objectives, the cutoff of its limited aid to contain disease and hunger in sub-Saharan Africa will have a devastating impact.
WSWS (2025-02-18). "The money is there to give the workers": Brooklyn postal workers speak out after rejecting poverty contract. wsws.org The contract would have facilitated massive cuts and consolidation under the "Delivering for America" program, including slashing tens of thousands of USPS jobs and closing over 1,000 post offices around the country.
WSWS (2025-02-18). At least 12 dead from Kentucky flood disaster. wsws.org Flood threats remained in effect across Kentucky on Monday following heavy rainfall and snowmelt that devastated communities and killed at least 12 people, including a mother and her 7-year-old child.
newarab (2025-02-18). Ukraine's Zelensky, UAE president discuss economic cooperation. newarab.com 
Ukrainian President
_____ (2025-02-18). CPJ urges Zambian government to withdraw cyber bills from parliament. CPJ Staff
_____ (2025-02-18). CPJ denounces Trump administration's actions against AP, other retaliation against media. Arlene Getz/CPJ Editorial Director
_____ (2025-02-18). José Luis Tan Estrada: I fled Cuba's media repression so I could remain a journalist. CPJ Latin America and the Caribbean program staff
_____ (2025-02-18). CPJ: Nepal lawmakers should reject social media bill threatening press freedom. CPJ Staff
_____ (2025-02-18). In Italy, 4 journalists shot at while reporting on alleged child abuse. repubblica.it
Basit Mahmood (2025-02-18). Labour government delivers an extra 2 million NHS appointments in its first five months. leftfootforward.org The government says it has been able to deliver the extra two million appointments due to extra evening and weekend working.
Bevan Ramsden (2025-02-18). Australia's autonomy from the U.S. has never been more vital. independentaustralia.net 
Cherie Moselen (2025-02-18). Muzzling Māori voice: NZ responds to attack on Treaty. independentaustralia.net 
editor (2025-02-18). Far from benign: the US aid industrial complex. onlineopinion.com.au The attack by President Donald J Trump on USAID as part of his axing crusade against bureaucratic waste is not, for all its structural and constitutional limitations, without harsh merit.
editor (2025-02-18). Trump is not making America great again, he is dismantling America's greatness brick by brick. onlineopinion.com.au The executive orders that Trump issued in a blizzard during the first three weeks of his presidency are unconstitutional, inhumane, and beyond the pale of absurdity.
Joseph Winters (2025-02-18). Trump's attack on paper straws is mostly symbolic — but the plastics industry is celebrating. grist.org 
President Donald Trump signed an The order, which claims that paper straws are "nonfunctional" and says it wants to end the "forced use" of them, immediately undoes part of a Biden-era
Kevin B. Anderson (2025-02-18). The Trumpist coup, US-style fascism and some loci of resistance. links.org.au 
Kevin B. Anderson on what Trump has done so far — and how we can resist.
Noor Fatima (2025-02-18). New weather system to enter northern areas, with rains. gnnhd.tv 
Some areas of Balochistan may experience rain, snowfall in mountains today and tomorrow…
Noor Fatima (2025-02-18). Passenger plane overturns during landing at Toronto airport. gnnhd.tv 
There were about 80 passengers on board…
Noor Fatima (2025-02-18). Sindh ends all charged parking from today. gnnhd.tv 
Provincial govt announced abolition of all charged parking from today…
Noor Fatima (2025-02-18). PHC grants 35-day protective bail to Omar Ayub. gnnhd.tv 
Judge ordered him to appear in relevant courts…
Noor Fatima (2025-02-18). Medicines of seven pharma companies declared fake. gnnhd.tv 
Medicines were being sold in market but product license numbers were never allotted…
Noor Fatima (2025-02-18). Another top player out of Champions Trophy. gnnhd.tv 
Kyle Jamieson has been named in New Zealand's squad to replace Ferguson…
Noor Fatima (2025-02-18). Inflation controlled after tough economic conditions: Nawaz Sharif. gnnhd.tv 
He said that time proved that opponents know nothing but malice, envy, abusive language, rudeness, and indecency…
Noor Fatima (2025-02-18). Champions Trophy: PCB mobilizes to obtain Dubai visas for fans. gnnhd.tv 
PCB is hopeful that UAE authorities will issue visas on time…
Noor Fatima (2025-02-18). Meta to lay world's longest submarine cable. gnnhd.tv 
50,000-km-long undersea cable line will be laid under Project Waterworth…
Noor Fatima (2025-02-18). Team working hard to win Champions Trophy, morale is high: M. Rizwan. gnnhd.tv 
He added that as a team, we have some shortcomings that we are trying to overcome…
Noor Fatima (2025-02-18). Rs100,000 for suggesting name of Pakistan's first 'Moon Rover Mission'. gnnhd.tv 
SUPARCO announced nationwide competition to name Pakistan's first lunar rover mission…
Olivia Barber (2025-02-18). Nigel Farage says "the Conservative Party is not on the right" leftfootforward.org The Reform UK leader also dismissed concerns about climate change as "carbon dioxide hysteria" in an interview at the ARC conference…
Olivia Barber (2025-02-18). Over a million workers remain on zero-hours contracts. leftfootforward.org Today's ONS labour market data has revealed that use of zero-hours contracts remains high, with 1.13 million workers in the UK still employed on these terms. | Youth unemployment is at 12.8%, up from 10.6% a year ago, while inactivity from long-term sickness has fallen slightly, but remains high at 2.77 million. | Responding to the latest figures, TUC general secretary Paul Nowak said: "A decade of inaction on insecure work has left a legacy of over a million workers on zero-hours contracts. | "That's why it's so important to improve security at work and stop these exploitative working practices. The Employme…
Paul Budde (2025-02-18). NBN's half-year results show solid performance but challenges remain. independentaustralia.net 
Stephen Koukoulas (2025-02-18). Boomer's tip: Living in Australia in 2025 'okay' for young people. independentaustralia.net 
Vince Hooper (2025-02-18). What the Putin-Trump Ukraine meeting means for Australia. independentaustralia.net 
Web Desk (2025-02-18). BMW's next-gen EVs depend on an unassuming black box called 'Heart of Joy'. gnnhd.tv 
Last November, I strapped into the rear passenger seat of an all-electric, four-door sedan with BMW test driver and 24-hour racer Jens Klingmann behind the wheel. It was a cold day at BMWâ Ä ôs Performance Driving Center in Greer, SC, and beneath the five-point…
Web Desk (2025-02-18). US, Canada's brutal clash 'great event for hockey'. gnnhd.tv 
Players and coaches across the 4 Nations tournament acknowledged that the clash between Team USA and Team Canada on Saturday was a significant moment for the sport.
Web Desk (2025-02-18). Ilini sorry for jersey gaffe in Shannon ceremony. gnnhd.tv 
Illinois has apologized after former star Terrence Shannon Jr.'s jersey was upside down during a retirement ceremony Saturday.
Web Desk (2025-02-18). Yankees' Stanton (elbows) uncertain for opener. gnnhd.tv 
Yankees slugger Giancarlo Stanton is uncertain for opening day because of tendinitis in both elbows.
6abc Digital Staff (2025-02-18). Crews battling massive fire at warehouse in Abington Township, Pa. whyy.org A raging four-alarm fire tore through an industrial complex in The fire broke out around 9: 43 p.m. Monday at SPS Technologies, located on the 300 block of Highland Avenue. | The video provided by 6ABC Philadelphia shows heavy flames consuming the property. | Officials said all occupants of the building were located, but as of midnight Tuesday, the fire was still not under control.
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aa.com.tr (2025-02-18). Galatasaray-AZ Alkmaar maà߃±nƒ± ƒ∞ngiliz hakem Anthony Taylor yà∂netecek. aa.com.tr UEFA Avrupa Ligi son 16 play-off turu rà∂van≈ü maà߃±nda 20 ≈ûubat Per≈üembe gàºnຠoynanacak Galatasaray-AZ Alkmaar kar≈üƒ±la≈ümasƒ±nda ƒ∞ngiliz hakem Anthony Taylor dàºdàºk àßalacak.
aa.com.tr (2025-02-18). Genàßlerbirliƒüi'nin "Sàºper Lig yàºràºyàº≈üàº" sàºràºyor. aa.com.tr Trendyol 1. Lig'de son haftalarda aldƒ±ƒüƒ± ba≈üarƒ±lƒ± sonuàßlarla adƒ±ndan sà∂z ettiren Genàßlerbirliƒüi'nde genel menajer Ali Ekber Dàºzgàºn, "Hedefimiz, bir kez olsun teklemeden bu ivmeyi sezon sonuna kadar sàºrdàºrmek." dedi.
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aa.com.tr (2025-02-18). Kamu ihalelerinde ye≈üil àßimento ile karbon emisyonu yƒ±llƒ±k 1 milyon ton azaltƒ±lacak. aa.com.tr Kamu ihalelerinde dàº≈üàºk karbon emisyonuna sahip ye≈üil àßimentolarƒ±n kullanƒ±mƒ±nƒ±n te≈üvik edilmesiyle yƒ±llƒ±k 1 milyon ton karbon emisyonu azaltƒ±lacak.
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aa.com.tr (2025-02-18). The Smiths'in solisti Morrissey, ƒ∞stanbul'da konser verecek. aa.com.tr ƒ∞ngiliz màºzik grubu The Smiths'in àºnlຠsolisti Morrissey, bu yaz ƒ∞stanbul'da màºzikseverlerle bulu≈üacak.
aa.com.tr (2025-02-18). àúst dàºzey AB yetkilileri, ABD'nin Ukrayna ve Rusya àñzel Temsilcisi Kellogg ile gà∂ràº≈ütàº. aa.com.tr Avrupa Birliƒüi (AB) Komisyonu Ba≈ükanƒ± Ursula von der Leyen ve AB Konseyi Ba≈ükanƒ± Antonio Costa, ABD'nin Ukrayna ve Rusya àñzel Temsilcisi Keith Kellogg ile Bràºksel'de bir araya geldi.
Associated Press (2025-02-18). Police arrest apparent leader of cultlike 'Zizian' group linked to multiple US killings. scmp.com The Zizians have been tied to the killing of a US Border Patrol agent in January and five other murders in Vermont, Pennsylvania and California.
Hugo GABBERO (2025-02-18). Turkey: Joint Statement ahead of the hearings of Betül Vangölü Kozağaçlı and Seda Şaraldı (ÇHD). fidh.org
Hugo GABBERO (2025-02-18). Bahrain: Joint letter to the European Union calling for the release of Abdulhadi Al-Khawaja and Mohammed Habib Al-Muqdad. fidh.org
Kristen Mosbrucker-Garza (2025-02-18). Shoplifters stole from Macy's in Center City at least 280 times last year, police records show. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? The Macy's store in Center City Philadelphia, set to close In 2024, there were 280 retail thefts reported to police at the iconic Wanamaker Building store next to City Hal…
Peter Crimmins (2025-02-18). Philly's UArts library has been sold to the Forman Arts Initiative. whyy.org
Pressenza New York (2025-02-18). Merja KYLLàñNEN (MEP): The European colonial legacy has caused deep-seated resentment in many African countries. pressenza.com An in-depth analysis of the future of Europe in Africa.: | In 2018, Kyllà∂nen was the candidate of the Vasemmistoliitto Party in the Finnish presidential election. | By the beginning of 2025, the agenda of redefinition of spheres of influence and redistribution of regions of cooperati…
Raphaël Lopoukhine (2025-02-18). DRC: Open letter to the African Union on the occasion of its 38th summit. fidh.org
Samir Saul, Michel Seymour (2025-02-18). The United States is turning its back on the globalization it sponsored. pressenza.com Barely having entered the scene as president, Donald Trump has been busy fulfilling his self-assigned mission of shaking up various aspects of the status quo. In a whirlwind of executive orders and statements, he has wasted no time in attacking what he dislikes, going against the grain of common views. From societal to "cultural" issues, the search for effect is the trademark of this showman and businessman who branched into politics. Beyond matters related to his style, this reversal of gears raises important questions about the current situation and future directions of international politics. Particularly impo…
sputnikglobe (2025-02-18). FM, Taiwan Affairs Office Respond to US Dropping Wording of 'Not Supporting Taiwan Independence'. sputnikglobe.com Responding to an inquiry on the US State Department's recent update of the fact sheet on its relations with Taiwan island by removing the previous statement that the US "does not support 'Taiwan independence'," Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said on Monday that US' move gravely backpedaled on its position on Taiwan-related issues.
Transnational Foundation for Peace, Future Research (2025-02-18). What to do pro-peace — and with Eutopia thinking. pressenza.com Neutrality Studies The "West" is losing its power. Neither discursively nor physically are the traditional Anglo-European powers able to assert themselves on the world stage as they used to. At the same time, these powers have also lost their peace…
United World International (2025-02-18). Nationalism as the decisive factor in the German elections. unitedworldint.com The political landscape ahead of the parliament elections of February 23rd. By Ali Mercan Germany has entered the most intense and final phase of the election campaigns leading up to the February 23 elections. The main topics are immigration, foreign policy and the economy. As in the rest of Europe, the influence of global alignment …
WHYY (2025-02-18). WHYY Newscast for Monday 7:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
presstv.ir (2025-02-18). More than 260 Rohingya refugees arrive in Indonesia. presstv.ir More than 260 Rohingya refugees have arrived in Indonesia's westernmost province of Aceh after floating at sea for days.
presstv.ir (2025-02-18). California firefighters battling wildfire near Los Angeles. presstv.ir California firefighters battle a fast-moving wildfire.
presstv.ir (2025-02-18). Aerial shots of damage caused by the Eaton fire in Altadena, California. presstv.ir Aerial shots show the destruction of a wide range of houses by the Eaton fire in Altadena, California.
presstv.ir (2025-02-18). 'Un-American,' 'Help people already here'- birthright citizenship debate divides NY. presstv.ir With the new administration of Trump rolling out immediate policy pushes on immigration, reaction on the street ran the gamut from horror to firm support.
presstv.ir (2025-02-18). FM: Iran won't condone language of threats, pressure; maximum pressure doomed to fail. presstv.ir Iran's FM says the Islamic Republic doesn't brook threats, stressing the US "maximum pressure" campaign will certainly fail.
Abdullah Jallow (2025-02-18). Reflections on some statements of Al-Allamah Rabee Bin Hadi Al-Mad'khali [52 of 80]. salaficentre.com In The Name of Allah, The Most Merciful, The Bestower of Mercy. The seeker of truth is not swayed by admiration or reverence for prominent figures when it comes to following truth, fairness and justice; for indeed, the truth is most deserving to be followed, and it is not permissible to drop the proofs for …
Abdullah Jallow (2025-02-18). Some issues of methodology clarified to us and observed in practice since 1995. salaficentre.com In The Name of Allah, The Most Merciful, The Bestower of Mercy. Allah [The Most High] said: ŸäŸéŸÄŸ∞Ÿìÿ£ŸéŸäŸëŸè€ÅŸéÿß Ÿ±ŸÑŸëŸéÿ∞ŸêŸäŸÜŸé ÿ°Ÿéÿߟ֟éŸÜŸèŸàÿßŸí ŸÉŸèŸàŸÜŸèŸàÿߟ&iacu…
albawaba (2025-02-18). Musk says Grok 3 AI model can create video games. albawaba.com ALBAWABA — Elon Musk, the American entrepreneur and US government contractor best known for his leadership roles at Tesla, SpaceX, xAI, the Boring Company, and X, launched Grok 3 yesterday, claiming it can create OG video games.Grok 3 creates OG video games: Grok 3, an artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot by xAI, was released yesterday by Elon Musk. The new artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot will compete with OpenAI's ChatGPT, DeepSeek, and other well-known bots globally, according to Musk. | Upon releasing Grok 3, Musk stated that the new chatbot can create video games. | "Grok 3 has very powerful…
albawaba (2025-02-18). Trump announces reciprocal tariff policy system. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- U.S. President Donald Trump announced a new trade policy on X, declaring that the United States will implement a "Reciprocal Tariff" system. Under this approach, the U.S. will impose the same tariffs on foreign countries as they charge American goods—no more, no less, as he tweeted on X.Trump also stated that Value-Added Tax (VAT) systems used by other nations would be considered equivalent to tariffs, and any attempts to bypass U.S. trade rules by rerouting goods through third countries would not be tolerated. Additionally, the U.S. will account for subsidies and nonmonetary trade barriers that s…
albawaba (2025-02-18). Francesco Rivella: Nutella creator dies on Valentine's Day at 97. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Renowned Italian chemist Francesco Rivella, best known for working hand in hand with Ferrero to create the world's most famous chocolate spread, Nutella has died at 97 on Valentine's Day, according to his family. Crowned the "Father of Nutella," Rivella was a widowed father of four who worked with Ferrero for more than 40 years in Italy's Alba. The famous chocolate hazelnut spread originated in a small pastry shop. The chemist joined Ferrero back in 1993 but witnessed the company grow to the franchise it is today including the creation of TicTac, Kinder, and Ferrero Rocher. Additionally, Franceso was c…
albawaba (2025-02-18). Selena Gomez purchases $35M Beverly Hills mansion with Benny Blanco. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco recently made headlines after news circulated that they purchased a Beverly Hills mansion for a jaw-dropping $35 million, according to TMZ. The recently engaged couple copped an elegant Spanish-style house with 7 bedrooms and 12 bathrooms across its premises in December 2024. Alongside the bedrooms and bathrooms, the mansion comes with a fitness center, pool, spiral stairs, library, and a glass greenhouse. Selena Gomez purchases $35M Beverly Hills mansion with Benny Blanco: Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco bought a $35 MILLION Spanish-style mansion in Beverly Hills.
albawaba (2025-02-18). Rapid Support Forces 3-day assault kills 200 Sudanese. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Lawyers revealed that Sudan's Rapid Support Forces' three-day attack left over 200 people killed, including women and children.They added that the attack included multiple villages in southern White Nile state, AFP reported citing lawyers on Tuesday morning.Emergency Lawyers confirmed that the forces of Sudanese leader Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo, generally referred to as Hemedti, "attacked unarmed civilians in areas with no military presence".https://t.co/9gRdENRIx3— Modern Ghana (@modernghanaweb) February…
albawaba (2025-02-18). Eastar Jet attendants under fire over selfie on plane wing. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – A group of three attendants are blasted and will be questioned after violating rules and taking a selfie on the plane wing, local media reported as their photos went viral online.The crew of Eastar Jet, a South Korean low-cost carrier, opened the emergency door and walked onto the plane wing to take a selfie. The shocking incident happened last Wednesday at Cheongju International Airport, where EastarJet Flight 703 was delayed on the tarmac.The photos, taken from a distance, show how three uniformed flight attendants climbed onto the left wing of a Boeing 737 to take spontaneous photos.ü&a…
| Sports Desk | (2025-02-18). Last Chance Saloon: 10 veterans who could bid farewell at Champions Trophy 2025. tribune.com.pk 
The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 looms as a potential swansong for some of the most iconic players in modern ODI cricket. | For veterans like Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and others, this tournament could be their last opportunity to etch their names into cricketing history by delivering more silverware for their nations. | For others, like Mushfiqur Rahim, the tournament represents a final chance to win an ODI international trophy for their countries. | With retirements looming and younger talents emerging, the stakes have never been higher for these legends. | Mushfiqur Rahim (Bangladesh) | Mushfiqur Rahim, Bangl…
channelnewsasia (2025-02-18). BOJ may raise rates twice more this year, underpin yen, says ex-FX diplomat Watanabe. channelnewsasia.com
channelnewsasia (2025-02-18). EV battery pack developer Ionetic opens UK pilot production plant. channelnewsasia.com
channelnewsasia (2025-02-18). Taiwan electronics firms plan more Texas investments, industry body says. channelnewsasia.com
channelnewsasia (2025-02-18). Kim Sae-ron's death at 24 sparks discussion about social media and internet culture in Korea. channelnewsasia.com The South Korean actress' death this week has triggered calls for changes to the way the country's celebrities are treated in the public arena and on social media.
channelnewsasia (2025-02-18). Taiwanese star Wang Talu questioned by police for allegedly evading military service. channelnewsasia.com The actor, who is also known as Darren Wang, rose to fame in Taiwan for his role in the 2015 teenage romantic comedy Our Times.
channelnewsasia (2025-02-18). Budget 2025: S$300 monthly allowance for mid-career workers taking up part-time courses. channelnewsasia.com Starting early next year, a SkillsFuture training allowance for mid-career workers aged 40 and above will be extended to those enrolling in selected part-time courses.
channelnewsasia (2025-02-18). Budget 2025: S$5 billion top-up to Changi Airport Development Fund among measures to grow Singapore economy. channelnewsasia.com There will also be tax incentives for Singapore-based companies that choose to list in Singapore and grow their economic activities here.
channelnewsasia (2025-02-18). Budget 2025: 'Considerable' uncertainty about Singapore government revenues in coming years, says PM Wong. channelnewsasia.com Corporate income tax collections increased unexpectedly in recent years, but it is too soon to tell whether this will be a lasting trend, said Prime Minister and Finance Minister Lawrence Wong.
channelnewsasia (2025-02-18). Budget 2025: Parents having their third child or more to get up to S$16,000 in extra support. channelnewsasia.com The measures under the new Large Families Scheme mostly apply to those who have their third child on and after Feb 18.
channelnewsasia (2025-02-18). Budget 2025: S$400 in Climate Vouchers for families in private properties; additional S$100 for HDB households. channelnewsasia.com "I encourage all households to make the switch to more resource-efficient products if you have not already done so," said Prime Minister Lawrence Wong.
channelnewsasia (2025-02-18). Budget 2025: CPF contribution rates of those aged above 55 to 65 to increase 1.5 percentage points in 2026. channelnewsasia.com When the increases are fully implemented, those aged above 55 to 60 will have the same CPF contribution rates as younger workers.
channelnewsasia (2025-02-18). Budget 2025: Government to match voluntary MediSave top-ups for eligible lower-income seniors under new scheme. channelnewsasia.com About 184,000 CPF members are expected to be eligible for new Matched MediSave Scheme.
channelnewsasia (2025-02-18). Budget 2025: Preschool fee caps to be lowered, more support for lower-income families to buy a home. channelnewsasia.com The fee caps will be reduced to S$610 for anchor operator centres and S$650 for partner operator centres, down from S$640 and S$680 respectively.
channelnewsasia (2025-02-18). Budget 2025: Singaporeans to get up to S$800 in SG60 cash vouchers, income tax rebate capped at S$200. channelnewsasia.com Up to S$1 billion will also be spent over the next 20 to 30 years to upgrade ageing hawker centres and build new ones.
channelnewsasia (2025-02-18). Liverpool's Gomez out for weeks with hamstring injury, Slot says. channelnewsasia.com
channelnewsasia (2025-02-18). Spain federation says referees sickened by abuse following Bellingham red card. channelnewsasia.com
channelnewsasia (2025-02-18). EU antitrust chief says Trump has upended Europe-US relations. channelnewsasia.com
____ (2025-02-18). NSE's Valuation Skyrockets as IPO Draws Near. devdiscourse.com The National Stock Exchange (NSE) is gearing up for its highly-anticipated initial public offering (IPO) as its valuation skyrocketed by 201% to Rs 4.7 lakh crore in 2024. This valuation leap places NSE as the 10th most valuable private company in India, according to the Burgundy Private Hurun India 500 list.
____ (2025-02-18). European Shares Soar: Defence Stocks Drive Record Highs Amid Global Market Shifts. devdiscourse.com European stocks surged to new record highs on Tuesday, driven by increasing defence stocks on anticipated military spending boosts. The pan-European STOXX 600 index peaked at 556.81 points, buoyed by defence and aerospace gains following a major rally on Monday, fueled by potential relaxation in European military spending limits.
____ (2025-02-18). Air India Express Expands Aviation Horizons with New Kolkata-Hindon Route. devdiscourse.com Air India Express, a subsidiary of Air India and part of the Tata Group, announced a new route connecting Kolkata with Hindon airport in Ghaziabad district, Uttar Pradesh. This strategic move is set to commence on March 1, according to an airline spokesperson.
____ (2025-02-18). Kerala's Local Government Funding Boost. devdiscourse.com In a significant financial move, Kerala Finance Minister K N Balagopal declared an allocation of Rs 1,905 crore to various local governments across the state, emphasizing his commitment to empowering local self-governance.
____ (2025-02-18). Pope Francis Misses Holy Year Events Due to Illness. devdiscourse.com Pope Francis will not attend this weekend's Holy Year events, according to a statement from the Vatican on Tuesday, citing ongoing health issues.
____ (2025-02-18). Police Constables Nabbed in Rs 50,000 Bribery Case. devdiscourse.com In a significant crackdown on corruption, the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) on Tuesday arrested two police constables along with a private driver for allegedly accepting a Rs 50,000 bribe in Palghar district.
geo.tv (2025-02-18). Eight injured as landing plane flips at Toronto airport. geo.tv 
geo.tv (2025-02-18). Vatican confirms Pope undergoing treatment for complex respiratory infection. geo.tv 
Pope Francis looks on during the Jubilee audience in Paul VI hall at the Vatican, February 1, 2025. — ReutersPope Francis is receiving specialised hospital treatment for a "polymicrobial infection" affecting his respiratory tract, the Vatican confirmed Monday….
geo.tv (2025-02-18). Death toll from powerful US winter storms climbs to 14. geo.tv 
greenleft.org.au (2025-02-18). Albanese won't stand up to Trump, but we will. greenleft.org.au 
greenleft.org.au (2025-02-18). Antisemitism is real. We don't need to invent shit. greenleft.org.au 
greenleft.org.au (2025-02-18). Busselton comes out for trans youth. greenleft.org.au 
greenleft.org.au (2025-02-18). The case for a universally accessible income guarantee. greenleft.org.au 
greenleft.org.au (2025-02-18). ETU rail workers rally over pay, safety claims. greenleft.org.au 
greenleft.org.au (2025-02-18). Independent reports recommend retrofitting public housing towers. greenleft.org.au 
greenleft.org.au (2025-02-18). Join rallies on International Women's Day. greenleft.org.au 
greenleft.org.au (2025-02-18). Labor and Liberals are out to lunch. greenleft.org.au 
greenleft.org.au (2025-02-18). Lidia Thorpe says Closing the Gap strategy is 'collapsing'. greenleft.org.au 
greenleft.org.au (2025-02-18). Major parties increase their election funding advantages. greenleft.org.au 
greenleft.org.au (2025-02-18). NT gov't turbocharges destruction of environment, livelihoods. greenleft.org.au 
greenleft.org.au (2025-02-18). Philippines: Nexperia workers fight union busting, demand better wages. greenleft.org.au 
greenleft.org.au (2025-02-18). Photos: Remembering TJ Hickey. greenleft.org.au 
greenleft.org.au (2025-02-18). Victorian byelections show dissatisfaction with major parties growing. greenleft.org.au 
greenleft.org.au (2025-02-18). Women call for peace with justice. greenleft.org.au 
hindustantimes (2025-02-18). On Cam: Kamala Harris Mocked As 'Drunk Auntie' For Rambling Speech After Broadway Play | Trump,USA. hindustantimes.com Former US vice president Kamala Harris' speech to the cast and crew of Broadway's "A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical" has gone viral. Harris becomes a laughing stock on X over her appearance and choice of words. Netizens called her "drunk auntie" and mocked her brutally. Watch this video to know more.
| News Desk | (2025-02-18). Mexico threatens legal action against Google over 'Gulf of Mexico' name change. tribune.com.pk 
Mexico has threatened to take legal action against Google after the tech giant renamed the Gulf of Mexico to the "Gulf of America" for its US-based users. | President Claudia Sheinbaum stated on Monday that her government would proceed with a lawsuit if Google does not reverse the change, arguing that the renaming infringes on Mexico's territorial waters. | Sheinbaum clarified that the name change, which follows an executive order signed by former US President Donald Trump in January 2025, only applies to the portion of the Gulf that lies under US jurisdiction. She emphasised that this order cannot extend to t…
newarab (2025-02-18). Sandstorms in Yemen worsen health risks for pregnant women. newarab.com 
Under a sky filled with sand and ash, Najah Ahmed holds her swollen belly with one hand and the rusted door of her shipping container home with the other, bracing against the wind. | The storms of Yemen show no mercy, nor does the constant uncertainty of life in Suwayda Camp, north of Marib. | Pregnant with her second child, Najah endures without running water, reliable food, or medical care. Her husband's salary, when it comes, is months late. | Like thousands of displaced Yemeni women, she waits "for aid, for relief, for something better." | "Life here lacks even the basics," she told The New Arab. "We've le…
newarab (2025-02-18). CBI denies US sanctions on Iraqi banks amid conflicting reports. newarab.com 
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newarab (2025-02-18). Egypt's 'Black Cobra' units sent in amid deadly Asyut clashes. newarab.com 
newarab (2025-02-18). Sugar and spice: Egyptian mummies 'still smell nice' say experts. newarab.com 
| Asif Mehmood | (2025-02-18). TikToker Rajab Butt releases wildlife awareness vlog. tribune.com.pk 
Lahore's local court had sentenced TikToker Rajab Butt to create a monthly wildlife awareness vlog after he was found keeping a lion cub without a license. Complying with the court's decision, Rajab Butt has shared his first awareness vlog on social media. | View this post on Instagram | A post shared by Rajab Ali (@rajab.butt94) | The vlog, which is 36 minutes long and covers a different subject, includes a two-minute segment at the beginning dedicated to wildlife awareness. | In this segment, Rajab Butt praised the Punjab Wildlife Department and emphasized the importance of respecting wild animals. | He stat…
| Magazine Desk | (2025-02-18). Kendrick Lamar Revives the Bootcut Jean: How to Style Spring's Biggest Denim Trend. tribune.com.pk 
When Kendrick Lamar took the stage during the Super Bowl halftime show, he delivered the kind of performance that had us all buzzing. | From "Not Like Us" to "Humble." and a surprise appearance by SZA, his lyrical mastery and powerful commentary on America's state were electric. | But one unexpected star of the show? Kendrick's Celine flared jeans. They truly stole the show. | View this post on Instagram | A post shared by Complex Style (@complexstyle) | Yes, bootcut jeans are making a major comeback, and we're here for it. | The bootcut jean has had quite the journey, from '70s hippie culture and '90s hip-hop…
| Magazine Desk | (2025-02-18). The Mansion Featured in 'The Wolf of Wall Street' Is On the Market for Sale for $9.5 Million. tribune.com.pk 
If you've ever fantasized about living like the infamous Jordan Belfort—played by the legendary Leonardo DiCaprio in Martin Scorsese's iconic 2013 epic biographical black comedy crime film The Wolf of Wall Street—now's your chance to make that dream a reality. | The mansion used as Belfort's estate in the 2013 film is now on the market for a cool $9.5 million. | And while you won't find any of Leo's extravagant office parties or Margot Robbie's iconic scene-stealing moments, the house itself still holds a major slice of cinematic history. | The movie, which is based on the true story of stockbroker…
| News Desk | (2025-02-18). Terrorist killed, cop injured in Kohat grenade attack. tribune.com.pk 
A policeman was injured in Kohat's Shadipur area, Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa, after terrorists threw a hand grenade at a police van. In response, security forces retaliated, killing one militant and arresting several others. | Weapons and a hand grenade were recovered from the attackers, and a search operation is currently underway in the area. The police van also sustained damage in the attack. | A regional police officer (RPO) confirmed that one terrorist was killed when police retaliated. | Several militants were also arrested during the operation, and weapons including hand grenades were seized from them, he added…
| News Desk | (2025-02-18). Rizwan provides update on Haris Rauf's availability for CT 2025 opener. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan cricketer Mohammad Rizwan held a press conference ahead of the highly anticipated Champions Trophy, urging the entire nation to enjoy the tournament as the trophy returns to Pakistan after 29 years. | Reflecting on the team's preparations, Rizwan emphasized that despite facing significant challenges over the years, the team had managed to overcome them and perform well. | Mohammad Rizwan addressed questions regarding pacer Haris Rauf's availability for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 opener. Rizwan confirmed that Rauf is in good form, noting that he is "steadily improving" and bowling with great rhythm.
| News Desk | (2025-02-18). Gold prices surge again in local, international markets. tribune.com.pk 
Gold prices have increased once again in both global and local markets today. | In the international bullion market, the price of gold per ounce rose by $10, reaching a new global price of $2,910. | On the other hand, in local markets, the price of gold per tola increased by Rs 1,000, bringing the new price to Rs 304,200. | Similarly, the price of gold per 10 grams also rose by Rs 857, reaching a new price of Rs 260,802. | It is worth noting that yesterday, the price of gold per ounce in the global market increased by $17, reaching the level of $2,900, while in the local market, the price of gold per tola rose…
| News Desk | (2025-02-18). PM Shehbaz Sharif inaugurates Tayyip Erdogan Interchange. tribune.com.pk 
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday inaugurated the new Recep Tayyip Erdogan Interchange near F-8 and F-9 sectors, recognising the swift and successful completion of the project in a record 84 days. | During the inauguration ceremony, the prime minister commended the efforts of Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, the Capital Development Authority (CDA), Islamabad's administration, and contractors for completing the interchange ahead of schedule and below the originally estimated cost. | The project, initially slated to take six months, was finished at a cost of Rs 3,655 million, which is lower than the origin…
| Pop Culture & Art | (2025-02-18). Kim Kardashian ignores ex boyfriend Pete Davidson at SNL 50th anniversary special. tribune.com.pk 
Kim Kardashian and Pete Davidson crossed paths at Saturday Night Live's 50th anniversary special but kept their interaction minimal. Despite their past relationship, the former couple avoided direct contact as they mingled among the star-studded attendees. | A video shared online captured Kim walking past Pete as he greeted a friend on the red carpet, with the comedian trailing behind her entourage. | View this post on Instagram | A post shared by Pop Crave (@popcravenow) | According to an insider at DailyMail, the two remained "very cordial" during the event, ensuring there was no awkwardness. Their lack of i…
| Pop Culture & Art | (2025-02-18). Ryan Reynolds' SNL joke 'minimized' Blake Lively's allegations and could discourage victims from speaking out. tribune.com.pk 
Ryan Reynolds' decision to make light of his wife Blake Lively's highly publicized legal battle with Justin Baldoni has "minimized" her allegations and could discourage abuse victims from speaking out, according to experts. | Lively, 37, made a public appearance at the SNL50: The Anniversary Special alongside her husband on Sunday night. This marked her first major event since filing a lawsuit against her It Ends With Us co-star, Justin Baldoni, 41, accusing him of sexual harassment late last year. | During the broadcast, Reynolds participated in a Q&A session with Tina Fey and Amy Poehler, where he made a jok…
| Pop Culture & Art | (2025-02-18). Meghan Markle renames 'American Riviera Orchard' to 'As Ever' with a subtle dig at the royal family. tribune.com.pk 
Meghan Markle unveiled the rebranding of her American Riviera Orchard in a new Instagram video, which some believe includes a subtle reference to the Royal Family. | The Duchess of Sussex, 43, has renamed her luxury lifestyle brand As Ever and introduced a website featuring a cover image of her holding hands with her three-year-old daughter, Lilibet, in the California sunshine. | View this post on Instagram | A post shared by Meghan, Duchess of Sussex (@meghan) | The launch comes just two weeks ahead of her Netflix series With Love, Meghan, which was originally set to premiere in January but was postponed due…
| Pop Culture & Art | (2025-02-18). Michigan man drives 700 miles to Pennsylvania to set fire to ex-girlfriends online love interest's home. tribune.com.pk 
| Pop Culture & Art | (2025-02-18). Johnny Depp to reportedly reprise Jack Sparrow role for 'Pirates of the Caribbean 6'. tribune.com.pk 
Rumours are swirling about Johnny Depp reprising his role as Captain Jack Sparrow in Pirates of the Caribbean 6, as new reports suggest Disney is moving forward with the next installment. While nothing has been officially confirmed, sources indicate that production could begin soon. | Depp portrayed Jack Sparrow across five films, playing a crucial role in the franchise's $4.5 billion box office success. However, Disney severed ties with the actor amid his legal battle with Amber Heard. Following Depp's courtroom victory, speculation about his return has grown. | According to The DisInsider, Disney is reported…
| Pop Culture & Art | (2025-02-18). BTS' Jungkook and V frequently visit Japanese restaurant, exciting ARMY as fans. tribune.com.pk 
BTS members Jungkook and V (Kim Taehyung) have been revealed as frequent visitors to the popular Japanese restaurant Wasedaya Omotesando, sparking excitement among BTS ARMY fans. The restaurant recently shared the news on Instagram, stating that both idols have regularly dined at different branches, with BTS leader RM (Kim Namjoon) also visiting and leaving his autograph. | The restaurant's owner posted a photo of RM's autograph, writing, "The leader of BTS, Kim Namjoon, visited our restaurant in Korea, just as V and Jungkook usually do, and gave us his autograph."
| Pop Culture & Art | (2025-02-18). Selena Gomez hints at Gracie Abrams feature on new Album 'I Said I Love You First'. tribune.com.pk 
Selena Gomez's upcoming album I Said I Love You First may feature rising star Gracie Abrams. The pop icon and her fiancé, producer Benny Blanco, dropped cryptic hints about a collaboration, sparking fan speculation. | On Monday, Blanco posted a video on social media, later reshared by Gomez, showing him opening a door to reveal Selena sitting on a bed and chatting with Abrams. Fans quickly took this as a sign that Abrams could appear on the record. | View this post on Instagram | A post shared by benny blanco (@itsbennyblanco) | The excitement grew when producer Justin Tranter, who has worked with Selen…
| Pop Culture & Art | (2025-02-18). TikTok influencer Devyn Aiken reveals how $11,000 nose job transformed her life. tribune.com.pk 
UMMID (2025-02-18). 'Farzi' JPC Report on Waqf tabled in Parliament. ummid.com The Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) report on Waqf Amendment Bill 2024 was Thursday February 13, 2025 tabled in both the houses of the Parliament amidst commotion and Congress calling it a 'farzi' report.
UMMID (2025-02-18). Is Gold Still a Safe Investment in 2025? ummid.com In 2025, gold could become even more an essential investment for your diversified portfolio than ever before.
UMMID (2025-02-18). Real Threat to India's Secular Multiculturalism. ummid.com The real threat to India's secular multiculturalism comes from the insular, Eurocentric ideology of Hindutva politics.
UMMID (2025-02-18). Caste Census: After Bihar and Telangana, Tamil Nadu could be next. ummid.com It appears after Bihar and Telangana, Tamil Nadu may be the next state to go for a caste census in India.
UMMID (2025-02-18). How The West uses 'Islamic Radicalization' to whitewash its crimes. ummid.com Next time you read terms like Islamic Radicalization or Islamic Extremism or Islamic Terrorism just tell yourself that it's a Western propaganda and nothing else.
UMMID (2025-02-18). 'Khudai Khidmatgars' back in action in India again. ummid.com Khudai Khidmatgar, was originally formed in 1929 by Khan Abdul Ghaffar Khan, the Frontier Gandhi, in and around Peshawar, currently in Pakistan.
UMMID (2025-02-18). UAE's 1st case of new clade 1b Mpox had travelled to Uganda. ummid.com The United Arab Emirates (UAE) reported its first case of clade 1b mpox in an adult who had recently travelled to Uganda, the World Health Organisation (WHO) said.
UMMID (2025-02-18). After Hyderabad, Saffron Policing at Tirupati Book Fair. ummid.com Weeks after attack on Hyderabad Book Fair, Tirupati book exhibition was similarly targeted by some Hindutva religious extremists on the evening of February 8, 2025.
UMMID (2025-02-18). Indians were shackled as you met Trump: Mann to Modi. ummid.com Coming down heavily on the silence of the Union Government when Indians were mistreated by the United States, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann hit out at Prime Minister Narendra Modi who is on a visit to America.
UMMID (2025-02-18). Oracle named 'Leader' by Gartner Magic Quadrant. ummid.com Oracle has been named a Leader in the 2024 Gartner Magic Quadrant for CRM Customer Engagement Center for Oracle Fusion Cloud Service, part of Oracle Fusion Cloud Customer Experience (CX).
UMMID (2025-02-18). Discovered: Fastest-moving exoplanet system. ummid.com NASA astronomers have claimed discovery of the fastest-moving exoplanet system consisting of a possible low-mass (red dwarf) star and super-Neptune planet in tow.
UMMID (2025-02-18). Maha Kumbh: 18 dead in stampede at Delhi Railway Station. ummid.com In a tragic incident, at least 18 pilgrims have died in a stampede triggered by Maha Kumbh rush at Delhi Railway Station.
UMMID (2025-02-18). 'Technate' is why Trump wants Canada, Greenland and Panama Canal. ummid.com Canada's vast natural wealth, Greenland's potential as a future resource hub, and the Panama Canal's role as a vital artery of trade are not peripheral concerns — they are central to the construction of a modern Technate.
UMMID (2025-02-18). In a first, Ramadan 2025 to witness two Eclipses. ummid.com In probably the first or rarest of rare celestial event, Ramadan 2025 will witness two eclipses — one lunar eclipse and the other solar eclipse in a span of 14 days.
UMMID (2025-02-18). Ramadan 2025: Telangana announces special work hours. ummid.com The Congress led federal government in Telangana has announced a special working hours for Ramadan 2025 which will be applicable to Muslims working in government offices, schools and colleges.
UMMID (2025-02-18). Saudi Arabia: No alcohol during FIFA World Cup 2034. ummid.com Taking a cue from 2022 football world cup host Qatar, Saudi Arabia said it won't permit sale or consumption of alcohol during the FIFA World Cup 2034.
The Independent (2025-02-18). 500 Kikuube evictees' children not accessing education. independent.co.ug Kikuube, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | More than 500 children whose families were evicted from their ancestral land in Kasonga Parish, Kyangwali Sub-county, Kikuube District, are unable to access education. The children and their parents were evicted in September 2013 from Bukinda A and B, Bukinda 2, Kavule, Bwizibwera A and B, Kyeya A and B, …
The Independent (2025-02-18). Catholic Bishops: It will be a shame if anything happened to Besigye in prison. independent.co.ug 
Catholic Bishops Call for Prayers for Dr. Kizza Besigye, Caution Against Political Involvement Entebbe, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Catholic prelates have called on all Ugandan Christians to pray for Dr. Kizza Besigye, who continues to be imprisoned under controversial circumstances, but cautioned that clergy should not be forced into politics. Speaking during liturgical celebrations …
The Independent (2025-02-18). From Suriname to Uganda: Why Kampala is gold laundering capital. independent.co.ug 
Arua, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | If you asked Ugandans, "What is Suriname?" most would likely give incorrect answers. Suriname is a country. Located 9,804 km from Uganda, on the northeastern coast of South America in the Amazon region, Suriname is known for its vast tropical rainforests and widespread illegal gold mining, which threatens these forests. …
The Independent (2025-02-18). PS Ggoobi addresses inaugural Uganda-France investment, tourism and trade conference in Paris. independent.co.ug 
Paris, France | THE INDEPENDENT | Permanent Secretary and Secretary to the Treasury, Ministry of Finance Planning and Economic Development Ramathan Ggoobi is in Paris to engage French investors, business leaders, and government officials. He made his first pitch for why Uganda remains one of the most attractive investment destinations in Africa on Monday, on day-one of …
The Independent (2025-02-18). TikTok returns to Apple and Google app stores in the US. independent.co.ug 
USA | THE INDEPENDENT | TikTok is again available on the US app stores of Apple and Google, after President Donald Trump postponed enforcement of a ban of the Chinese-owned social media platform until April 5, according to the BBC. The popular app, which is used by more than 170 million American users, went dark briefly …
The Independent (2025-02-18). Vivo Energy Uganda's 'Fuelling Hope' blood drive wins top partnership award in Cape town. independent.co.ug 
Cape Town, South Africa | THE INDEPENDENT | Vivo Energy Uganda has received the prestigious Best Partnership Award for 2024 at the annual Vivo Energy Group Awards in Cape Town, South Africa, for its impactful "Fuelling Hope" blood donation initiative. This award recognises the program's strong collaboration with the Uganda Blood Transfusion Services (UBTS) and its …
The Independent (2025-02-18). Why a brand-new Suzuki Grand Vitara Hybrid is the smart choice for Ugandan drivers. independent.co.ug 
KAMPALA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | For Ugandans seeking a reliable and technologically advanced SUV, a brand-new Suzuki Grand Vitara Hybrid represents a sound investment, according to CFAO Mobility. While the allure of a used "premium" vehicle may be tempting, the benefits of a new Grand Vitara far outweigh the perceived savings, offering peace of mind, …
DPA (2025-02-18). UK's Starmer to meet with Trump in Washington next week. scmp.com Starmer's planned trip comes as Britain faces the looming threat of US trade tariffs, but Trump says it will be a 'friendly meeting'.
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_____ (2025-02-18). Turkish court issues 9 life sentences for journalist Hrant Dink's murder. CPJ Staff
_____ (2025-02-18). Dozens of Iraqi Kurdistan journalists teargassed, arrested, raided over protest. Soran Rashid 
marketing (2025-02-18). Net-Zero Homes Are Touted As A Solution For Climate Change, But They Remain Out Of Reach For Most #Net-Zero #Homes #Touted #Solution #Climate #Change, #They #Remain #Reach #Most #Factory #Output #Production #Appliance #Equipment. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Net-zero homes use natural energy sources and are designed to use less energy and, as such, are considered important in the fight against climate change. But for the …
Noor Fatima (2025-02-18). Cop injured in Kohat as terrorists attack police mobile. gnnhd.tv 
In retaliatory action, one terrorist was killed and several were arrested…
Olivia Barber (2025-02-18). Kemi Badenoch mocked for saying Western civilisation will end if the Tory Party fails. leftfootforward.org The Lib Dem deputy leader, Daisy Cooper, has mocked the speech with Trump's signature phrase: 'sad'
Agence France-Presse (2025-02-18). Pope Francis to remain in hospital as doctors treat 'complex' infection. scmp.com The 88-year-old pontiff has been suffering from a respiratory infection for more than a week, but was in 'good humour'.
Dan La Botz (2025-02-18). Trump-Musk Coup Leads to Resistance in the Courts and in the Streets. internationalviewpoint.org President Donald Trump and billionaire Elon Musk have been on a rampage, closing government agencies, firing thousands of workers, and pressuring two million federal employees to resign, actions that threaten the well-being of millions of Americans—children, the elderly, the disabled, federal workers, and others who depend on the federal government. Their actions constitute an on-going technocratic coup from the top and from within the government itself, what in Latin America is called an auto-golpe (a coup against one's own government) as Musk's techies, mostly young men employed by him, effectively take c…
Daniel Tanuro (2025-02-18). Understanding the Implications of US Vice President JD Vance's Confrontational Speech at the Munich Security Conference. internationalviewpoint.org
Fred Leplat, Liz Lawrence (2025-02-18). Ukraine three years after all‑out invasion: Continue solidarity and support. internationalviewpoint.org Fred Leplat and Liz Lawrence explore the situation facing Ukraine today and key solidarity tasks in the months ahead. | – | / |
Kay Mann (2025-02-18). Trumps' first days in power: Is the US heading toward fascism? internationalviewpoint.org
LCR-SAP (2025-02-18). Belgium: Massive demonstration against the federal government. internationalviewpoint.org On Thursday 13 February, 2025, 100,000 people marched through the streets of Brussels in response to a call from the trade union common front: a multitude of sectors (trade unions, feminists, anti-fascists, among many others) mobilised against the all-out attacks by the new federal government, the "Arizona coalition" which has been in power in Belgium since the beginning of February. This remarkable turnout represents a real acceleration in social tension. The Gauche anticapitaliste (Belgian section of the Fourth International ) was present and marched with Commune Colère, a unitary pole bringing together…
NPA Rennes (2025-02-18). Flooding in Rennes, the weather to blame? internationalviewpoint.org For several days, Rennes and the surrounding region have been experiencing an unprecedented episode of intense rainfall, resulting in river flooding the likes of which has not been seen for decades. | – | / |
Paul Martial (2025-02-18). Lethal Trumpery in Africa. internationalviewpoint.org In a matter of seconds, the time it takes to sign, Trump and Musk put the lives of millions of people in danger, confirming the precariousness of aid from rich countries. | – | / |
Laurie Wastell (2025-02-18). The Attorney General's Radical Past is Coming Back to Haunt Him. dailysceptic.org Lord Hermer is less than forthcoming about his radical past. But documents seen by the Daily Sceptic show that his involvement in 'anti-fascist' magazine Searchlight continued long into his career as a lawyer.
Will Jones (2025-02-18). Pharmacists Expected to Undergo Training in Climate Change and 'Carbon Literacy'. dailysceptic.org Pharmacists in Wales are being expected to undergo training in climate change and 'carbon literacy' under the Welsh Government's Net Zero requirements, despite having too little time to complete existing training demands.
Basit Mahmood (2025-02-18). Sadiq Khan to tell EU diplomats 'Brexit was a mistake' and will argue for stronger EU ties. leftfootforward.org The Mayor will use the meeting to 'urge the government to back a youth mobility scheme with the EU, saying allowing under-30s from the bloc to live, work and study in the UK and vice versa…
marketing (2025-02-18). Trump's Quiet Change To US Position On Taiwan Is All About The Economy #Trump's #Quiet #Change #Position #Taiwan #About #Economy #Inflation #Currency #US #Dollar #Exchange #Recession. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | The US state department has removed a highly symbolic phrase from its routine update on Taiwan. Its previous briefings said: We do not support Taiwan independence . This …
marketing (2025-02-18). Shein Could Be A Shot In The Arm For The London Stock Exchange But The Fashion Giant Might Not Like The Added Scrutiny #Shein #Shot #London #Stock #Exchange #Fashion #Giant #Might #Like #Added #Scrutiny #Cinema #Music #Movie #Disney #Netflix. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Fast fashion giant Shein's mooted flotation on the London Stock Exchange (LSE) could be larger than any stock exchange listing seen in Europe in the last year . Coming at …
marketing (2025-02-18). Economic 'Green Shoots' And Lower Interest Rates Disguise Worrying Trends In NZ's Job Market #Economic #'Green #Shoots' #Interest #Rates #Disguise #Worrying #Trends #NZ's #Market #Inflation #Currency #US #Dollar #Exchange #Recession. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Despite Prime Minister Christopher Luxon's reassurance that some green shoots are starting to show in the economy , including a 50 point cut in the official cash rate …
marketing (2025-02-18). More Dry Lightning In Tasmania Is Sparking Bushfires Challenging Fire Fighters And Land Managers #More #Lightning #Tasmania #Sparking #Bushfires #Challenging #Fire #Fighters #Land #Managers #Inflation #Currency #US #Dollar #Exchange #Recession. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Tasmania has been burning for more than two weeks, with no end in sight. Almost 100,000 hectares of bushland in the northwest has burned to date. This includes the …
marketing (2025-02-18). More Than Half Of Australia's Homes Were Built Before Fire Standards Came In. Here Are 5 Ways To Retrofit Them #More #Than #Half #Australia's #Homes #Built #Fire #Standards #Came #Ways #Retrofit #Them #Investment #Fund #Contract #Company #Employee. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | Houses and fire do not mix. The firestorm which hit Los Angeles in January destroyed nearly 2,000 buildings and forced 130,000 people to evacuate. | The 2019 20 Australian …
marketing (2025-02-18). Here's Why Increasing Productivity In Housing Construction Is Such A Tricky Problem To Solve #Here's #Increasing #Productivity #Housing #Construction #Such #Tricky #Problem #Solve #Inflation #Currency #US #Dollar #Exchange #Recession. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | This week, the Productivity Commission released its much-awaited report into productivity growth in Australia's housing construction sector. It wasn't a glowing …
marketing (2025-02-18). 'An Unclenching Of The Soul': Geraldine Brooks' Raw, Gentle Grief Memoir Has Helped Me Navigate My Own Mourning #Unclenching #Soul': #Geraldine #Brooks' #Raw, #Gentle #Grief #Memoir #Helped #Navigate #Mourning #School #University #Collage #Teach #Student. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | On May 27 2019, acclaimed Australian writer Geraldine Brooks received a call from the emergency department of a hospital in Washington DC. Her American husband of 35 …
marketing (2025-02-18). The Beauty Standard Is Intensifying. At What Cost? #Beauty #Standard #Intensifying. #What #Cost? #Apple #Samsung #Google #AI #Chat #GPT #Cyber #Security. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | The internet is abuzz with talk of beauty and the lengths we'll go to achieve it. From Lindsay Lohan's recent transformation to Donatella Versace's new look , those of …
marketing (2025-02-18). How California Can Rebuild Safer, More Resilient Cities After Wildfires Without Pricing Out Workers #California #Rebuild #Safer, #More #Resilient #Cities #Wildfires #Without #Pricing #Workers #Building #Houses #Mortgage #Rent #property. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) | The dramatic images of wealthy neighborhoods burning during the January 2025 Los Angeles wildfires captured global attention, but the damage was much more widespread. …
The Conversation (2025-02-18). Trump has purged the Kennedy Center's board, which in turn made him its chair — why does that matter? pressenza.com
Our Reporter (2025-02-18). Acana Demands Museveni's Intervention in Curbing Attacks by Karimojong Warriors. plusnews.ug 
Acholi Paramount Chief David Onen Acana II has called on President Museveni to intervene in ending the persistent attacks by armed Karimojong rustlers on his subjects in districts bordering the Karamoja sub-region. The districts of Agago, Kitgum, and Lamwo, which border Abim, Kotido, and Karenga, have over the years experienced frequent fatal attacks and the theft …
Our Reporter (2025-02-18). Efforts on to Improve Health Services at Bukerere Health Center II. plusnews.ug 
Officials at Bukerere Health Center II in Goma Division, Mukono Municipality, have raised concerns about the facility's limited space, which has become a challenge, particularly for pregnant women seeking antenatal services. The center currently operates out of a single building where all services, including deliveries, are carried out, which compromises patient privacy and convenience. Fred …
Our Reporter (2025-02-18). Gunmen Rob UGX 25M From Mobile money Agent in Kikuube. plusnews.ug 
Police in the Albertine region are searching for unknown gunmen who robbed a mobile money agent of shillings 25 million along the Butole-Hohwa road in Kikuube on Sunday evening. The incident occurred when Richard Muhangi, who was traveling on a Bajaj motorcycle, was ambushed by the assailants. The gunmen reportedly pointed their weapons at him and …
yenisafak (2025-02-18). Katil ƒ∞srail'in Batƒ± ≈ûeria'daki saldƒ±rƒ±sƒ±nda yaralanan Filistinli àßocuk hayatƒ±nƒ± kaybetti. yenisafak.com
yenisafak (2025-02-18). Hanàßer ≈üimdi kimin elinde? yenisafak.com Faruk àñnalan / Yazar | Cumhuriyet Halk Partisi iàßindeki Cumhurba≈ü-kanlƒ±ƒüƒ± adaylƒ±ƒüƒ± tartƒ±≈ümalarƒ±, partinin liderlik yapƒ±sƒ±nƒ±n bir yansƒ±masƒ± olarak da tanƒ±mlanabilir. Bu tartƒ±≈ümalar, parti iàßindeki farklƒ± fraksiyonlar arasƒ±nda gerilimlere yol aàßmƒ±≈ü ve partinin gelecekteki yà∂nàºnຠbelirleyecek à&pa…
yenisafak (2025-02-18). 17 doktor FETàñ'den gà∂zaltƒ±nda. yenisafak.com Fetullahà߃± Terà∂r àñrgàºtàº'ne (FETàñ) yà∂nelik dàºzenlenen operasyonda 17 aktif doktor gà∂zaltƒ±na alƒ±ndƒ±. ƒ∞stanbul Cumhuriyet Ba≈üsavcƒ±lƒ±ƒüƒ± tarafƒ±ndan yàºràºtàºlen soru≈üturma kapsamƒ±nda, Kaàßakà߃±lƒ±k Suàßlarƒ±yla Màºcadele ≈ûube Màºdàºrl຃üຠekipleri FETàñ'ye yà∂nelik T&fn…
yenisafak (2025-02-18). Bilirki≈üiyi tehditten hesap verecek: ƒ∞mamoƒülu hakkƒ±nda iddianame. yenisafak.com Bilirki≈üi Satƒ±lmƒ±≈ü Bàºyàºkcanayakƒ±n'ƒ± hedef gà∂steren ƒ∞BB Ba≈ükanƒ± Ekrem ƒ∞mamoƒülu hakkƒ±nda iddianame dàºzenlendi. ƒ∞stanbul Cumhuriyet Ba≈üsavcƒ±lƒ±ƒüƒ±'nca hazƒ±rlanan iddianamede, ƒ∞mamoƒülu'nun 27 Ocak'ta dàºzenlediƒüi basƒ±n toplantƒ±sƒ±nda, bazƒ± soru≈üturmalar ile kamu d…
yenisafak (2025-02-18). CHP'yi ƒ∞PA'yla dizayn ettiler. yenisafak.com CHP'de, mahkemelik olan ≈üaibeli kurultay iddialarƒ±nƒ±n odaƒüƒ±ndaki isimlerden Buƒüra Gà∂kàße bu kez de 'parti iàßi dizayn' gà∂reviyle gàºndemde."CHP'yi dizayn etmek"le gà∂revlendirilen Buƒüra Gà∂kàße, 31 Mart 2024'teki yerel seàßimde ƒ∞zmir'den bàºyàºk≈üehir belediye ba≈ükanƒ± adayƒ± olmak istedi. ƒ∞BB Ba≈ükanƒ± Ekrem ƒ∞mamoƒülu da Gà∂kàße'nin ƒ&infin…
yenisafak (2025-02-18). Diyanet'e 7.7 milyon soru. yenisafak.com Màºftàºlàºkler, Alo 190 Dini Danƒ±≈üma Hattƒ± ve àßevrim iàßi platformlar aracƒ±lƒ±ƒüƒ±yla 7 milyon 765 bin ba≈üvuru geldi. Vatanda≈ülar en àßok ibadet, helal-haram, namaz, oruàß, zekât, miras gibi konularda bilgi almak istedi. Diyanet'e yà∂neltilen sorular 23 farklƒ± ba≈ülƒ±k altƒ±nda toplandƒ±. Adak ve yemin, aile hayatƒ±, hac ve umre, haklar ve sorumluluklar, helal àºràºn ve hizmet, hel…
yenisafak (2025-02-18). MKYK'da bàºyàºk deƒüi≈üim bekleniyor. yenisafak.com 23 ≈ûubat'ta geràßekle≈ütirilecek kongre à∂ncesi Erdoƒüan, mesaisinin bàºyàºk bà∂làºmàºnຠyeni parti yà∂netiminin ≈üekillendirilmesine ayƒ±rƒ±yor. Ekim 2023'te geràßekle≈ütirilen olaƒüanàºstຠkongrede 75 ki≈üilik Merkez Karar ve Yà∂netim Kurulu (MKYK) àºyelerinin 49'u deƒüi≈ümi≈üti. Parti kulislerinden alƒ±nan bilgilere gà∂re, bu kez de mevcut MKYK àºyelerinin en az yàºzde 60'ƒ&p…
yenisafak (2025-02-18). Sahte iàßkide à∂lຠsayƒ±sƒ± 54. yenisafak.com Ankara'da sahte iàßki sebebiyle hayatƒ±nƒ± kaybedenlerin sayƒ±sƒ± 54'e yàºkseldi. Ba≈ükentte Cumhuriyet ba≈üsavcƒ±lƒ±klarƒ±nƒ±n sahte iàßki àºreten ve ticaretini yapanlara kar≈üƒ± soru≈üturmalarƒ± sàºràºyor. Bu kapsamda Ankara Cumhuriyet Ba≈üsavcƒ±lƒ±ƒüƒ±, Ankara Batƒ± ve Polatlƒ± ba≈üsavcƒ±lƒ±klarƒ&pl…
yenisafak (2025-02-18). ≈ûaibe soru≈üturmasƒ± CHP'yi panikletti. yenisafak.com CHP'de 'akàßeli' delege transferleri nedeniyle Kasƒ±m 2023'te yapƒ±lan 38. Olaƒüan Kurultay'ƒ±n yargƒ±ya ta≈üƒ±nmasƒ± hem Genel Merkez'i hem de Saraàßhane'yi panikletti.ƒ∞zmir delegesi Hatip Karaaslan'ƒ±n Ankara 42. Asliye Ceza Mahkemesi'nde aàßtƒ±ƒüƒ± dava ve ifadelerindeki ≈üok suàßlamalar CHP gàºndemine bomba gibi dàº≈ütàº. Eski Genel Ba≈ükan Kemal Kƒ±lƒ±àßdaro&f…
yenisafak (2025-02-18). Sekreteri à∂ldàºràºp intihar etti: Metal-ƒ∞≈ü Sendikasƒ±'nda silahlƒ± saldƒ±rƒ±! yenisafak.com Olay, dàºn saat 15.00'te Devrimci ƒ∞≈üàßi Sendikalarƒ± Konfederasyonu'na baƒülƒ± Birle≈üik Metal ƒ∞≈ü Sendikasƒ± Anadolu ≈ûube Ba≈ükanlƒ±ƒüƒ±'nda meydana geldi. ƒ∞zmir Caddesi àºzerinde 5 katlƒ± binanƒ±n 4'àºncຠkatƒ±nda faaliyet gà∂steren sendikada ≈ûube Ba≈ükanƒ± Deniz Ilgan ile ≈ûube Sekreteri Erdinàß Koàß arasƒ&pl…
yenisafak (2025-02-18). Sibirya soƒüuklarƒ± geliyor: Sƒ±caklƒ±k sƒ±fƒ±rƒ±n altƒ±na dàº≈üecek. yenisafak.com Afet Koordinasyon Merkezi (AKOM), hafta boyunca Sibirya àºzerinden gelen soƒüuk hava dalgasƒ±yla sƒ±caklƒ±ƒüƒ±n hƒ±zla dàº≈üeceƒüini, yarƒ±n ba≈ülayacak kar yaƒüƒ±≈üƒ±nƒ±n 21-22 ≈ûubat'ta kuvvetleneceƒüini duyurdu. AKOM'dan yapƒ±lan aà߃±klamada, ƒ∞stanbul ve àßevresinin, hafta boyunca Sibirya àºzerinden gelen soƒüuk hava dalgasƒ±n…
yenisafak (2025-02-18). Soƒüuk hava ve kar geliyor: Yurt genelinde bir hafta boyunca etkili olacak. yenisafak.com Bakanlƒ±ktan yapƒ±lan aà߃±klamada, Meteoroloji Genel Màºdàºrl຃üàºnàºn son tahminlerine gà∂re, yarƒ±ndan itibaren Karadeniz àºzerinden gelecek olan soƒüuk ve yaƒüƒ±≈ülƒ± havanƒ±n yurt genelinde etkili olmasƒ± beklendiƒüi belirtildi.Kuzey yà∂nlerden esecek ràºzgarlarla hava sƒ±caklƒ±klarƒ±nƒ±n yarƒ±n kuzey kesimlerde, àßar≈üamba gàºnà&or…
yenisafak (2025-02-18). Ege be≈üik gibi: 5 bàºyàºkl຃üàºnde bir deprem daha. yenisafak.com Ege Denizi'nde 28 Ocak'tan bu yana deprem fƒ±rtƒ±nasƒ± devam ediyor.Afet ve Acil Durum Yà∂netimi Ba≈ükanlƒ±ƒüƒ±nƒ±n (AFAD) verilerine gà∂re, Ege Denizi'nde 5 bàºyàºkl຃üàºnde bir deprem meydana geldi. Saat 07.46'daki depremin derinliƒüinin 7 kilometre olduƒüu belirtildi.#DEPREM | Bàºyàºklàºk: 5.0 (Mw) | Yer: Ege Denizi | Tarih: 2025-02-18 | Saat: 07: 46: 54 TSƒ∞ | Enlem: 36.71639 N | Boylam: 25.87944 E | Derinlik: 7 km | Detay: yenisafak (2025-02-18). Liseliler "Aile" filmleri àßekecek. yenisafak.com Etkinlik; Bursa Valiliƒüi, Bƒ∞HMED, Yƒ±ldƒ±rƒ±m Belediyesi, Milli Eƒüitim Màºdàºrl຃üàº, Aile ve Sosyal Hizmetler Màºdàºrl຃üຠile Kàºltàºr ve Turizm Màºdàºrl຃üຠi≈ü birliƒüinde geràßekle≈üecek. Bƒ∞HMED Ba≈ükanƒ± Co≈ükun Evkuran, Cumhurba≈ükanƒ± Recep Tayyip Erdoƒüan tarafƒ±ndan 2025'in "Aile Yƒ±lƒ&pl…
yenisafak (2025-02-18). Salih Selimoƒülu'ndan Filistin enstalasyonu. yenisafak.com "Derin Uyku" isimli eser, Yapƒ± Kredi bomontiada Akademi Binasƒ±'nda 24 ≈ûubat'ta ziyarete aà߃±lacak. Selimoƒülu, sava≈üƒ±n, kaybƒ±n ve hafƒ±zanƒ±n yƒ±kƒ±cƒ± sonuàßlarƒ±nƒ± ele alan enstalasyonunda, gà∂rseller ve semboller aracƒ±lƒ±ƒüƒ±yla izleyicileri, empati duymaya ve dàº≈üàºnmeye davet edecek. "Derin Uyku" bir taraftan trajik ve yƒ±kƒ&…
yenisafak (2025-02-18). Gazzelileri yerinden etmek iàßin 'à∂zel yà∂netim birimi' kuracak. yenisafak.com Yediot Ahronot gazetesinin haberine gà∂re, ƒ∞srail Savunma Bakanƒ± Katz, Filistinlileri Gazze'de yerinden etmek iàßin à∂zel bir yà∂netim birimi kurmaya karar verdiƒüini duyurdu.Haberde, sà∂z konusu yà∂netimde ƒ∞srail gàºvenlik te≈ükilatƒ± organlarƒ± ve diƒüer bakanlƒ±klardan temsilcilerin yer alacaƒüƒ± bilgisi verildi. | Sà∂z konusu planƒ±n, "Gazze'de ya≈üayan ve gà∂nàºllຠolarak àºàßàºncຠbi…
yenisafak (2025-02-18). Hamile kadƒ±n WhatsApp mesajƒ±ndaki 'emojiyle' i≈üten à߃±kartƒ±ldƒ±: 94 bin sterlin tazminat kazandƒ±. yenisafak.com 
Birmingham merkezli emlak yatƒ±rƒ±m ≈üirketinde Mart 2022'de i≈üe ba≈ülayan Miluska, Ekim ayƒ±nda hamile olduƒüunu à∂ƒürendi. | Kasƒ±m ayƒ±nda hamileliƒüin etkileriyle sabah bulantƒ±larƒ± ya≈üamaya ba≈üladƒ± ve bu sàºreàßte kendini kà∂tຠhissettiƒüi iàßin evden àßalƒ±≈ümak istediƒüini belirtti. Ancak, ≈üirket yà∂neticisi Ammar Kabir, kendi…
Maxime Duriez (2025-02-18). Appel à la France : défendre les libertés civiles en rejoignant l'action devant la Cour de justice de l'Union européenne contre la loi hongroise sur la souveraineté. fidh.org
Staff (2025-02-18). Descentralización en Trinidad: Avances y desafíos en la autonomía municipal (+ Video). cubadebate.cu El mapa del desarrollo local en Trinidad se redibuja con trazos más firmes y hoy cuatro nuevas micro, pequeñas y medianas empresas (mipymes) emergen en el municipio con la singularidad de haber sido aprobadas en su suelo con la asesoría y acompañamiento del Ministerio de Economía y Planificación (MEP), sin que para ello los solicitantes hayan tenido que viajar hasta la capital del país, como ocurría antes de septiembre de 2024.
Staff (2025-02-18). Cuba se prepara para introducir vacunación contra el papiloma humano. cubadebate.cu En Cuba se fortalece la preparación de especialistas del sector de la salud para apoyar la introducción en el país, por primera vez, de la vacuna contra el virus del papiloma humano (VPH). Se aplicará a un universo de 68 524 niñas de nueve años, teniendo en cuenta el siguiente esquema: una dosis de 0,5 mililitros por vía intramuscular, y dos dosis en las niñas con diagnóstico de alguna enfermedad inmunodeficiente.
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Accusations of an apparent Nazi salute by American conservative firebrand and Jordan Bardella, president of France's anti-immigration Bannon, a former…
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"Climate change is the monster we made. We are Victor Frankenstein." (Climate Change: The Monster of our own Making, WashU, October 16, 2017, Michael Wysession, Professor Earth & Planetary Sciences, Washington University) Mary Shelley's Frankenstein was inspired by the extreme weather of 1816, also known as the "Year Without a Summer." Today's climate change is 
My parents, Alex and Sylvia, grew up as Jewish Americans in NYC during the Great Depression. The Bolshevik Revolution had in part shaped the tenor of that era, but socialism had been popular in the USA before this revolutionary change. In the depression era, FDR, responding to the working-class ferment that swept up folks like my mother 
While contemplating the incipient collapse of our Republic from an inside job, I dipped back into the six-volume edition of Edward Gibbon's The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire that Alexander Cockburn gave me as a Christmas present years ago. Gibbon's prose style is ornate, featuring wide-ranging and winding sentences that often end abruptly, like a dagger plunging. It takes some pages—and there are entire mountain ranges of them—to get used to his baroque rhetorical rhythm. Still, once you do, the book really picks up steam and roars along through decade after decade of unrivaled i…
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What happens when a continent is torn apart by a hundred years of war, while another flourishes with trade, innovation, and unity? COMMENT | Gertrude Kamya Othieno | The medieval era offers a stark contrast between Europe, struggling with feudal conflicts and the devastating Hundred Years' War, and Africa, where empires like Mali and kingdoms like Buganda …
By Thomas Sankara Centre for African Liberation and Unity — Feb 7, 2025 | In a piece written for Kawsachun News, the Thomas Sankara Centre for African Liberation and Unity shares the experience of Burkina Faso delegates in Caracas for the World Anti-Fascist International Festival which coincided with the inauguration of President Nicolás Maduro. | The towering peaks of Caracas' mountaintops captured the attention of the delegates from Burkina Faso even before their airplane hit the ground at the Simón Bolívar International Airport in Maiquetía, Venezuela. Venezuela's imposing mountainous coastline is a sharp…
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What if the citizens of Germany during the 1930s somehow could have known in advance how World War II was going to end? Would they have bought into the lies of Hitler and the Third Reich? Would they have gone along with the wanton aggression knowing it was a suicide mission and would turn their …
The historic Black Lives Matter (BLM) movement, which reached a crescendo in 2020 with the George Floyd Uprisings, has been a generation-defining political moment for many working people in the United States. Indeed, the mass demonstrations of 2020 mobilized millions, making them the largest protest movement in our country's history. | Those who once considered themselves "apolitical" then saw the value of political life. Many who considered themselves "centrists" or even "conservative" no longer identified with those labels. Progressive and socialist organizations swelled with new membership and activity, inc…
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