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ICC an instrument of neocolonialism Liberian politician

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 18:29:34 GMT

The Hague-based court was set up to exploit Africa, Emmanuel Gonquoi has told RT

The International Criminal Court (ICC) is an instrument of neocolonialism designed to exploit Africa, Liberian politician Emmanuel Gonquoi has said.

Speaking to RT on Thursday, Gonquoi, a commander from the Economic Freedom Fighters of Liberia, urged African nations and developing countries to abandon The Hague

Samson's 82, explosive knocks from Kishan, Iyer and Varma power India to 249/5 against West Indies

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 16:35:12 GMT

Ranchi (Jharkhand) [India], October 9 (ANI): Sanju Samson's 82 off 41 balls, along with crucial contributions from Ishan Kishan, Shreyas Iyer and Tilak Varma, powered India to 249/5, setting West Indies a target of 250 in the second T20I of the five-match series at the JSCA International Stadium in Ranchi on Friday.

West Indies captain Shai Hope opted to bowl after winning the toss, but India's batters attacked f

2nd T20I: West Indies win toss, opt to bowl first against India in Ranchi

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:20:13 GMT

Ranchi (Jharkhand) [India], October 9 (ANI): Shai Hope won the toss and opted to bowl first against India in the second match of the ongoing T20I series, at the JSCA International Stadium in Ranchi on Friday.

West Indies will aim to level the five-match T20I series by winning the second match after suffering an eight-wicket defeat in the opener in Lucknow, where Shreyas Iyer's unbeaten century guided India to vic

ICE shooting triggers clashes in New York

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 07:33:50 GMT

Mayor Zohran Mamdani backed the protestors after federal migration agents wounded a Dominican man

Anti-ICE demonstrators have clashed with police in New York City after federal agents shot and wounded a migrant from the Dominican Republic during his arrest.

Scuffles erupted in the Bronx late on Thursday outside a hospital where a man had been taken earlier in the day after suffering a gunsh

ICE shooting triggers clashes in New York (VIDEOS)

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 07:33:50 GMT

Mayor Zohran Mamdani backed the protestors after federal migration agents wounded a Dominican man

Anti-ICE demonstrators have clashed with police in New York City after federal agents shot and wounded a migrant from the Dominican Republic during his arrest.

Scuffles erupted in the Bronx late on Thursday outside

West Champions owner Ajay Sethi hosts Dwayne Bravo's birthday celebration in Dubai

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 06:32:41 GMT

Dubai [UAE], October 9 (ANI): West Champions owner Ajay Sethi hosted a post-birthday celebration for former West Indies all-rounder Dwayne Bravo at his residence in Dubai, attended by several prominent West Indies cricketers and former players.

Bravo, who celebrated his birthday on October 7, was joined by a host of Caribbean cricket stars, including Chris Gayle, Carlos Brathwaite, Lendl Simmons, Sheldon Cottrell

"ICE is rotten to its core": NYC Mayor Mamdani slams federal agency after Bronx shooting; claims presence of 5-year-old in car

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 04:59:37 GMT

New York [US], October 9 (ANI): New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani on Thursday (local time) accused US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) of operating with impunity after a man was shot by federal agents in the Bronx, alleging that a five-year-old child was inside the vehicle when the agents opened fire in a crowded residential neighbourhood.

According to Fox News, while addressing the press, Mamdani said

"Will not stand by while ICE agents terrorize our communities", says NYC Mayor Mamdani as anti-ICE protests erupt

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 03:31:43 GMT

New York [US], October 9 (ANI): New York City Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani on Thursday (local time) demanded an end to all US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations in the city after a man was shot by an ICE agent in the Bronx, as anti-ICE protesters clashed with the New York Police Department (NYPD) outside the hospital where the injured man was being treated.

In a post on X on Thursday (local time),

ICE officer shoots man during enforcement operation in New York's Bronx; investigation underway

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 02:59:24 GMT

New York [US] October 9 (ANI): A US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer shot and injured a man during a targeted enforcement operation in the Bronx, New York, on Thursday (local time), with federal authorities confirming that the individual was taken to a local hospital as the incident remains under investigation.

According to posts by ICE and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) on X on Thursd

Orlando City try to strengthen grip on playoff spot, host rising Crew

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 01:55:25 GMT

(Photo credit: Kyle Ross)

Orlando City attempt to get back on the winning track and hold onto their spot above the playoff line when they host the surging Columbus Crew on Saturday.

The Lions (10-13-4, 34 points) begin the weekend in seventh place in the Eastern Conference, one point ahead of New York City FC, the New York Red Bulls and FC Cincinnati with seven games to go.

Orlando City have dropped t

"It's part of our DNA": Sulieman Benn backs West Indies to reclaim their place as dominant force in World cricket

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 16:02:49 GMT

By Utkarsh Rathour

Dubai [UAE], October 8 (ANI): Former West Indies spinner Sulieman Benn stressed the need for greater financial and infrastructural investment to strengthen the pathway from grassroots cricket to the senior level.

He also expressed confidence in the West Indies' natural talent, saying the team can return to the top once key logistical challenges are addressed.

The West Indies h

"You can't beat experience": India batting coach Kotak speaks on Bhuvneshwar Kumar's India recall

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 14:44:33 GMT

Ranchi (Jharkhand) [India], October 8 (ANI): India batting coach Sitanshu Kotak asserted that seamer Bhuvneshwar Kumar's experience and strong Indian Premier League (IPL) performances have played a key role in his return to the national team after four years.

Kotak noted that with Jasprit Bumrah absent and several young bowlers featuring in England, the selectors may have felt the need for an experienced ca

Rabada misses out as South Africa name XI for 1st Test against Australia

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 12:14:24 GMT

Durban [South Africa], October 8 (ANI): The ICC World Test Championship holders, South Africa, have announced their playing XI for the first Test of the upcoming series against Australia in Durban on Thursday.

The series will begin in Durban, before moving to Gqeberha for the second Test and concluding in Cape Town. With all three matches carrying significance in the World Test Championship cycle, both teams will

Dhananjaya de Silva steps down as Sri Lanka Test captain

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 11:12:50 GMT

Colombo [Sri Lanka], October 8 (ANI): Dhananjaya de Silva has stepped down as captain of the Sri Lankan Test team with immediate effect, according to the ICC website.

De Silva was appointed Sri Lanka's Test captain in January 2024.

In a letter addressed to Sri Lanka's selection committee, de Silva said he believed the responsibility should now be passed on to the next generation.

"It's my genuine opin

OSL Group Powers 2WA's Tokenization of the First USDGO Stablecoin Market-Neutral Strategy Fund

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 09:36:50 GMT

PRNewswire

Hong Kong, October 8: OSL Group (HKEX:863) ('OSL'), a global stablecoin payment and trading infrastructure company, today announced that it has been engaged to power the on-chain tokenization of PrimePlus SPC - USDGO Plus SP ('USDGO Plus SP' or the 'Fund'), a digital asset fund launched by 2WA, a digital asset technology development company. USDGO Plus SP is the fir

JSW Dulux elevates interior aesthetics with new Velvet Touch Eterna campaign; redefines luxury paint category

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 07:59:25 GMT

VMPL

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 8: JSW Dulux Limited, one of India's leading paint and coatings companies, has unveiled its latest campaign for Dulux Velvet Touch Eterna , bringing alive a new expression of luxury through the world of premium home decor and interiors. Built around the brand promise 'A Stroke Unmatched' , the campaign celebrates sophisticated spaces where aesthetics, design

Teenager Jason Rowles most expensive pick at SA20 Season 5 auction; Du Plessis, Pollard head to JSK

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 03:32:25 GMT

Johannesburg [South Africa], October 8 (ANI): SA20 Season 5 player auction produced a captivating blend of proven international pedigree and exciting young talent as the four remaining franchises finalised their squads on Wednesday evening in Johannesburg.

Leading the list of headline signings was former Proteas captain Faf du Plessis, who sparked considerable interest before being secured by Joburg Super

"By 2027, he will certainly captain very well": Rishi Dhawan lauds Gill's captaincy

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 21:29:59 GMT

By Utkarsh Rathour

Dubai [UAE], October 8 (ANI): Former India pacer Rishi Dhawan has backed rising sensation Shubman Gill to develop into a strong leader and captain India at the 2027 ICC Men's ODI World Cup, while also expressing his desire to see veteran stars Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli feature in the showpiece event.

Gill was appointed India's Test captain in May 2025 after Rohit Sharma retired from th

Golf Glance: Xander Schauffele defends in Japan; Patrick Reed returns in Spain

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 20:40:21 GMT

(Photo credit: Jerod Ringwald)

The PGA Tour heads to Japan for the third event of the FedExCup Fall series, while spots in next year's Masters and Open Championship are on the line at Spain's national open on the DP World Tour.

PGA TOUR

THIS WEEK: Baycurrent Classic, Yokohama, Japan, Oct. 8-11

Course: Yokohama Country Club (Par 71, 7,322 Yards)

Purse: $8M (Winner: $1.4M)

Defending Ch

Kieron Pollard set to play for Joburg Super Kings in SA20 after three seasons with MI Cape Town

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 20:29:43 GMT

Johannesburg [South Africa], October 8 (ANI): The upcoming fifth season of SA20 will witness one of the most shocking scenes in T20 cricket, with West Indies legend Kieron Pollard set to turn up for Joburg Super Kings (JSK) in yellow colours after being a loyalist to Mumbai Indians and its sister franchises across franchise cricket for over a decade.

During the ongoing SA20 auction taking place on Wednesday, Poll

Ravindra Jadeja posts cryptic comment on BCCI selector vacancy post after Agarkar's exit

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 19:28:24 GMT

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 7 (ANI): Indian veteran all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja posted a cryptic comment hours after the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) confirmed Ajit Agarkar's exit from the chief selection.

Agarkar's tenure as chairman of the BCCI's senior men's selection committee officially ended on October 4. He had taken charge in July 2023 and did not seek an extension. During

PM Modi thanks South Korean President for wishes on 25-year milestone, vows to advance 'shared vision' for regional stability

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 17:59:02 GMT

Seoul [South Korea], October 7 (ANI): Responding to South Korean President Lee Jae-myung's congratulatory message on his completion of 25 years of continuous public service in governance, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday expressed his gratitude and underscored the growing momentum in the Special Strategic Partnership between India and the Republic of Korea.

Recalling their previous diplomatic engagement

Portugal jumps into top 5 of FIFA world rankings

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 17:19:05 GMT

(Photo credit: Maria Lysaker)

Portugal was the only team that moved up in the top 10 of the updated FIFA/Coca-Cola World Rankings on Wednesday, climbing two spots to No. 5.

Brazil and Morocco each fell one spot in the only other changes within the top 10, after each drew a friendly during the just-concluded international window. Portugal won all four UEFA Nations League matches during this window, beating N

"Kaun hai yeah log, kahan se aate hai yeah log": Mohit Sharma's filmy one-liner response to Rohit-Virat critics

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 15:31:17 GMT

By Utkarsh Rathour

Dubai [UAE], October 7 (ANI): Former Indian cricketer Mohit Sharma took a hilarious dig at critics doubting the place of ODI-exclusive stalwarts Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli in the ODI set-up ahead of the 2027 Cricket World Cup, saying that there is no point in talking about the issue.

Mohit was speaking to ANI on the sidelines of the World Championship of Legends (WCL) season 3, wh

PM Modi thanks global leaders for congratulatory wishes on completing 25 years in governance

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 14:49:39 GMT

New Delhi [India], October 7 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday expressed his gratitude to international leaders who extended warm wishes on his completion of 25 years of continuous service in governance, reiterating India's commitment to expanding bilateral cooperation, Global South initiatives, and strategic partnerships.

Responding to the congratulatory messages on X, PM Modi acknowledged the wis

"Strong signal that he's back to his best": Gavaskar hails Iyer's maiden T20I ton

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 14:48:09 GMT

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], October 7 (ANI): Indian cricket icon Sunil Gavaskar hailed T20I skipper Shreyas Iyer following his maiden T20I ton, pointing out the shot-making and acceleration, which, according to him is a 'strong signal' of the 'Sarpanch Sahab' being back to his best.

After 10 innings without a fifty-plus scores, Iyer broke the slump with a mesmerising, no-holds-barred maiden T20I ton during a

"Had a conversation with Abhishek Nayar...": Skipper Iyer spills beans after magnificent maiden T20I ton

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 13:00:22 GMT

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], October 7 (ANI): Following his maiden T20I ton, Indian T20I skipper Shreyas Iyer said that he had a conversation with former Indian cricketer and assistant coach Abhishek Nayar, which helped him during his landmark ton.

Iyer's magic at Lucknow continued as he slammed a 43-ball 102* to take India to the 172-run target against West Indies at Lucknow on Tuesday. During his last

"Cannot rest on this, have to continue": Indian women's boxing coach eyes early LA Olympics qualification

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 12:02:09 GMT

New Delhi [India], October 7 (ANI): Indian women's boxing coach Santiago Nieva has already started looking beyond the 2026 Asian Games, where women boxers contributed to three medals, including two gold; the focus is now shifting towards securing as many Olympic quotas as possible at the earliest, for the Los Angeles 2028 Games.

The first major Olympic qualification pathway begins at the World Championships 2027

"We've got to play our best cricket": Hope admits West Indies fell short against India in 1st T20

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 11:12:30 GMT

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], October 7 (ANI): West Indies skipper Shai Hope admitted his side fell short in the opening T20I against India, stressing the need to produce their best cricket when facing a strong team in home conditions.

After the eight-wicket defeat in Lucknow, Hope urged his players to draw on their Indian Premier League (IPL) and previous touring experience, learn from their mistakes an

Maiden T20 ton earns Shreyas Iyer 7th spot in latest ICC rankings

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 11:08:32 GMT

New Delhi [India], October 7 (ANI): India captain Shreyas Iyer emerged as the biggest mover in the latest ICC Men's T20I Player Rankings after his maiden T20I century propelled him into the top 10 for the first time in his international career.

Iyer smashed a stunning hundred in the opening match of India's five-game series against the West Indies in Lucknow, earning a remarkable 18-place jump in the rankings upd

(Hello Africa) Kenyan avocados ride Chinese-built rails to a tariff-free market

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 09:45:13 GMT

When China's zero-tariff policy, covering 53 African countries, came into force on May 1, Hasit Shah, chief executive officer of Vertical Agro Group, was among the Kenyan avocado exporters who welcomed the move, saying it will encourage local firms to add value to the highly nutritious fruit.

NAIROBI, Oct. 7 (Xinhua) -- In the expansive packhouse of Vertical Agro Group, on the outskirts of Kenya'

Global leaders laud PM Modi on historic 25-year leadership milestone

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 08:06:46 GMT

Brussels [Belgium], October 7 (ANI): Global leaders have extended warm congratulations to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on marking 25 years of continuous leadership in government, spanning from his tenure in Gujarat to New Delhi.

Taking to X, Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever wrote: 'I warmly congratulate Prime Minister @narendramodi on 25 years of continuous leadership in government, from Gujarat to New Delhi.

Justin Ellis' goal gives USMNT 1-0 win over Canada

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 02:55:20 GMT

(Photo credit: Matt Blewett)

Teenager Justin Ellis scored and Brian Schwake made three saves when the U.S. men's national team defeated Canada 1-0 in Saint Paul, Minn., on Tuesday for a fourth straight win.

The Americans had lost two straight to their neighbor to the north but moved ahead in the 29th minute and held on.

Schwake, in his first USMNT start and second appearance, preserved the lead in the

No. 9 Ole Miss looks to bounce back at slumping Vanderbilt

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 22:40:37 GMT

(Photo credit: Matt Pendleton)

Ole Miss had a bye week to reflect on the ups and downs of life in the SEC.

Three weeks ago, the Rebels beat LSU and former head coach Lane Kiffin in a battle of top 10 teams that was the most anticipated regular-season game in recent memory. Then came a humbling 52-28 loss at Florida.

Now, No. 9 Ole Miss (3-1, 1-1 SEC) comes out of its off week to face Vanderbilt (3-2,

"Kohli, Rohit continuing blessing for Indian Cricket": Sohail Tanvir

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 22:30:06 GMT

By Utkarsh Rathour

Dubai [UAE], October 7 (ANI): Former Pakistan pacer Sohail Tanvir has heaped praise on India's batting stalwarts Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, saying their experience and contribution to world cricket make their continued presence a 'blessing' for Indian cricket.

Kohli, who has established himself among the greatest batters of the modern era, has enjoyed a remarkable international career,

"Winning tastes different": Iyer delighted after majestic ton against West Indies

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 21:22:41 GMT

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], October 6 (ANI): Following a majestic maiden T20I century against West Indies in the first T20I, Indian skipper Shreyas Iyer expressed his delight, saying that he had been thinking about bringing up his maiden hundred and was thrilled to see the milestone finally come to fruition.

Riding on a fluent hundred by the Indian skipper, India defeated West Indies by 8 wickets in the 1st

Shreyas Iyer's majestic ton powers India to 8-wicket victory over West Indies in 1st T20I

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 21:21:59 GMT

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], October 6 (ANI): India began their five-match T20I series against West Indies in emphatic fashion, registering an eight-wicket victory in the first T20I at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium on Tuesday.

Chasing 172, India rode on a sensational unbeaten century from skipper Shreyas Iyer to complete the chase in just 14.4 overs, taking a 1-0 lead in the

"You don't put aside a player like that so easily...": WI legend Chanderpaul hails Virat Kohli's longevity

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 21:18:15 GMT

By Utkarsh Rathour

Dubai [UAE], October 6 (ANI): Former West Indies legend Shivnarine Chanderpaul hailed Indian batting icon Virat Kohli's longevity, saying that a player of his quality just cannot be put aside and 'written off' so easily.

Shivnarine was speaking to ANI on the sidelines of the World Championship of Legends season 3, where he is a part of West Indies Champions.

Speaking abo

"Our players' skill set not as formidable as before": Sohail Tanvir on Pakistan Cricket's struggles

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 20:29:22 GMT

Dubai [UAE], October 7 (ANI): Former Pakistan pacer Sohail Tanvir believes Pakistan cricket can regain its past glory by identifying the underlying reasons behind its recent struggles and maintaining continuity in its domestic cricket system.

Pakistan achieved its golden era in cricket during Imran Khan's captaincy through fierce competitiveness, historic bilateral dominance, and a legendary 1992 ICC ODI World Cu

IND vs WI: Fifties from Hope, Sherfane take West Indies to 171 against India in 1st T20I

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 16:16:57 GMT

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], October 6 (ANI): Half-centuries from skipper Shai Hope and Sherfane Rutherford guided West Indies to 171 in the first T20I against India being played at Lucknow's Ekana Stadium on Tuesday.

From 107/3, West Indies collapsed to 135/8 due to spells from Naman Dhir (three wickets) and Kuldeep Yadav (two wickets), but Sherfane (56 in 34 balls, with six fours and three sixes) and

India wins toss, opts to field against West Indies in 1st T20; Naman Dhir receives debut cap

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:32:44 GMT

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], October 6 (ANI): Indian skipper Shreyas Iyer won the toss and opted to field against West Indies in the first T20 in Lucknow on Tuesday.

India are set to take on the West Indies in the first T20I of the five-match series in Lucknow on Tuesday. Fresh from their gold-medal triumph in the men's cricket event at the 2026 Asian Games, Shreyas Iyer and Co. will be eager to carry t

VVS Laxman lauds Iyer, praises India's adaptability after Asian Games gold

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 08:05:39 GMT

Aichi-Nagoya [Japan], October 6 (ANI): VVS Laxman, head coach of the India men's team at the Asian Games 2026, praised the side's adaptability and preparation after India won the gold medal in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan.

India defeated arch-rivals Pakistan by 19 runs in the men's cricket final held at the Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin on Saturday to successfully defend their gold medal.

In a video posted on the Bo

6th Global Education Summit sees academicians from 30 countries participating at Chandigarh University

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 06:35:32 GMT

PRNewswire

Chandigarh [India], October 6: The 6th edition of the Global Education Summit (GES) hosted by Chandigarh University brought together more than 90 renowned global academic leaders representing 69 leading global universities from 30 nations both from developed and developing worlds on a single platform with an objective to build an international alliance for exchange of ideas, knowledge and technology an

US, nine nations target Iran activities

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 02:58:37 GMT

Washington, DC [US], October 6 (ANI): The governments of the United States, Canada and eight Latin American and Caribbean nations issued a joint declaration on Monday accusing Iran and its proxies of conducting terrorist activities and various malign operations throughout the Western Hemisphere, whilst pledging intensified coordination to counter these threats.

This joint declaration stems from a US-Paraguay foru

"Learn, grow and ask questions": Morne Morkel stresses learning for Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 17:22:57 GMT

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], October 5 (ANI): India bowling coach Morne Morkel said Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's continued exposure to the Indian team environment will be valuable for his development, regardless of his immediate playing opportunities for the first T20I against the West Indies on Tuesday.

The bowling coach stressed that decisions on the playing XI will be taken by the selectors, head coach Gautam Ga

India, West Indies fined for slow over-rate in 3rd ODI

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 11:40:37 GMT

New Delhi [India], October 5 (ANI): India and West Indies have been fined for maintaining slow over-rates during the third and final ODI of their series in New Chandigarh on Saturday.

India were fined 20 per cent of their match fee, while West Indies were fined 10 per cent after being found to be four and two overs short of their required over-rates, respectively, after time allowances were taken into considerati

Trinidad and Tobago Celebrates 50th Republic Day in New Delhi; High Commissioner Chandradath Singh Unveils the Gagan Dhawan's book The New Me 2.0

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 09:13:23 GMT

BusinessWire India

New Delhi [India], October 5: The Embassy of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago in India celebrated the 50th Republic Day of Trinidad and Tobago in New Delhi recently, bringing together the Additional Secretary, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), members of the diplomatic corps, Ambassadors and representatives of GRULAC and other countries, entrepreneurs, business leaders, and other distingui

US says it killed four "narco-terrorists" in strike on vessel in Caribbean

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 09:09:11 GMT

Washington, DC [US], October 5 (ANI): Four individuals were reported killed after the United States military carried out an operation targeting a vessel allegedly engaged in narcotics smuggling within the Caribbean Sea on Sunday, marking a continuation of ongoing military actions directed by the administration against regional trafficking.

According to a statement issued by the United States Southern Command on X

Amir Jangoo added to West Indies squad as cover for injured Jewel Andrew ahead of India T20Is

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 06:33:13 GMT

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], October 5 (ANI): West Indies wicketkeeper-batter Amir Jangoo has been added to the team's T20I squad for the upcoming T20I series against India as cover for Jewel Andrew, who sustained a finger injury during the third ODI on Saturday, according to the ICC website.

He injured a finger while taking a catch to dismiss Naman Dhir at cover and was subsequently taken to hospital for sca

WikiLeaks at 20: The leaks that shook the world

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 19:57:47 GMT

Founded by Julian Assange in 2006, the platform brought classified documents, covert operations and government secrets into public view

Sunday marks 20 years since Australian journalist and activist Julian Assange founded WikiLeaks, the whistleblowing platform that would publish some of the most consequential leaks of the internet age, exposing classified US war records, CIA hacking tools, mass s

Frances seafood problem starts elsewhere

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 13:01:11 GMT

On March 6, 2024, Pascal Goumain, the president of Saumon de France, was presenting his companys salmon pens in Cherbourg as part of Francesfoodfuture. In an interview, Goumain described plans to adapt the farm toclimate changeand pointed to official backing for expansion. The French Ministry ofAgricultureset an objective to farm 20,000 tonnes of salmon in France by 2030, Goumain said. The promise of fish farming, he a

Cuban FM says US has no authority to decide who can trade with Cuba

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 19:57:31 GMT

File photo of Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez. /VCG

Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez said on Thursday that the United States has no authority to decide which countries or companies can trade with Cuba, invest on the island or provide aid to its people.

In a post on X, Rodriguez said Washington lacked the "moral" authority to determine what is legal under international law and fre

Venezuela in a Time of Geopolitical Climate Change

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 19:39:42 GMT

A reactionary wave is sweeping Latin America. Since the elections of Venezuela's Nicolas Maduro in July 2024 and Uruguay's Yamand Orsi in November 2024, all seven of the subsequent direct presidential contests have gone to the right.

By Roger D. Harris

The Maduro

Haiti postpones elections indefinitely amid gang violence

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 01:06:11 GMT

Haiti, which has been engulfed by years ofgang violenceand political chaos, has indefinitely postponedelections due to be held later this year, officials said Tuesday.

Haiti has not held elections since 2016, and its last president,assassinated in 2021, has not been replaced.

The first round of presidential and legislative elections was set for December 13, and the second round for February 21, 2027.

Pressenza receives recognition in Peru for its "Good Governance is a Right" campaign

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:14:48 GMT

By: Erika Vicente.

Launched in 2025, the campaign promotes transparency and the fight against corruption, and asserts good governance as a right of citizens. Through international news coverage, it seeks to highlight initiatives and social demands that contribute to good governance.

As part of this initiative, the Pressenza n

Brazil presidential election heads to runoff as Bolsonaro leads Lula

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 00:16:05 GMT

Brazilians voted Sunday in a high-stakes presidential election pitting incumbent Luiz Incio Lula da Silva against Sen. Flvio Bolsonaro at a moment when the region is shifting to the right in line with the Trump administration.

Bolsonaro, 45, is the son of far-right former PresidentJair Bolsonarowho is serving a 27-year sentence for a coup attempt and an ally of US PresidentDonald Trump. Lula, who at 80 is one of

Iraq: Dire Prospects for Alleged ISIS-Linked Men, Boys

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 22:30:00 GMT

(Beirut) - Nearly 5,700 men and boys held as alleged Islamic State (ISIS) members and transferred to Iraq in early 2026 are at risk of abuse including imminent prosecution for adults in unfair trials, followed by execution, Human Rights Watch said today. Dozens of countries are stalling on repatriating and providing aid to their detained nationals amid torture allegations, grave illnesses, and several deaths in custody. T

Virgin Islands Guard Soldier builds career protecting the force

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 07:52:37 GMT

NAVAL STATION GUANTANAMO BAY, Cuba - For U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Jevon O.A. Williams, protecting the force is more than a deployed responsibility. After nearly two decades of military service, it has become the foundation of a career built on leadership, security and taking care of people.

A military police noncommissioned officer with the Virgin Islands Army National Guard, Williams is deployed to Naval Station Gua

Puerto Rico Guard distributes one million gallons of water in drought response

Mon, 31 Aug 2026 10:39:40 GMT

CANOVANAS, Puerto Rico - The Puerto Rico National Guard has distributed more than 1 million gallons of water and purified more than 298,000 gallons of water through its Water Sentinels mission drought response, which focuses on the transport, purification and distribution of drinking water to affected communities.

The operation complies with Executive Order OE-2026-036, issued by Puerto Rico Gov. Jenniffer A. Gon

Nobel Peace Prize Turns Toward Peace in 2026

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 13:05:55 GMT

The Nobel Peace Prize has just been awarded to Navi Pillay who is not, likelast years laureate, pleading for the worlds largest military to attack her country. Nor is she, in the manner of various past laureates, waging war. Nor is she, like various past recipients, an admirable humanitarian working in a field unrelated to war. In fact, Navi Pillay has long been recognized as advancing the cause of peace. In 2025 she w

The Silk Road Has Reached South America

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:40:18 GMT

When the Indo-Pacific Met the Continent of Resources

For two centuries, South America searched for the centers of power by looking north and toward the Atlantic. In the twenty-first century, it may discover that a decisive part of its future lies on the other side of the Pacific.

Something profound is happening in South America, and it is probably far too significant to measure solely in tons of copper, c

Venezuela in a Time of Geopolitical Climate Change

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 01:09:42 GMT

A reactionary wave is sweeping Latin America. Since the elections of Venezuelas Nicols Maduro in July 2024 and Uruguays Yamand Orsi in November 2024, all seven of the subsequent direct presidential contests havegone to the right.

By Roger D. Harris

The Maduro election is widely assumed by the US-aligned corporate press to have been stolen, although a recently declassifiedCIA reportfound no election manipula

Opening Its General Debate, First Committee Spotlights Growing Nuclear Risk, Illegal Firearms Proliferation, Importance of Nuclear-Weapons-Free Zones

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 20:07:01 GMT

The First Committee (Disarmament and International Security) today approved its programme of work and opened the general debate, with speakers stressing the need to abide by nuclear non-proliferation and similar arms treaties, as well as to create nuclear-weapons-free zones.

The representative of Jamaica, speaking on behalf of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), emphasized: “The p

Which Way Is Peace

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 02:15:28 GMT

Remarks in Baltimore on October 3, 2026, at event withWar Is Still A Lie

Thank you to Ronda Cooperstein and the local chapter of World BEYOND War for setting this event up.

I recently read a big stack of books on the decline and elimination of dueling. There were thousands of factors, many of them beyond anyones easy control, but key among them was cultural change, was bringing people to find greater humili

Chile Under Washingtons Shield of the Americas

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 01:44:00 GMT

Between continental protection, strategic dependence, and that old habit of discovering that shields also have owners

Empires always call protection whatever allows them to decide who may approach the protected. The uncomfortable detail begins when the protected discovers that the shield can also serve to remind him which side he is supposed to remain on.

Washington offers protection. The uncomfortable ques

The Tariffs Were a Wake-Up Call. Ottawa Hits Snooze Again

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 23:36:04 GMT

There is something almost admirable about the Canadian governments ability to respond to an American provocation with precisely the right number of carefully selected adjectives. Washington imposes tariffs. Ottawa expresses deep disappointment. Washington threatens Canadian sovereignty. Ottawa says the relationship is changing. Washington escalates again. Ottawa announces that Canada is entering a new era. Then everyon

Opening Fifth Committee Session, Speakers Urgently Call for Financial Stability as United Nations Undergoes Reform to Stay Relevant in Rapidly Changing World

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 21:47:17 GMT

Delegates in the Fifth Committee (Administrative and Budgetary) today opened their eighty-first session with urgent calls for the Organization’s financial stability as it undergoes reform meant to keep it relevant in a rapidly changing world.

General Assembly President Khalilur Rahman (Bangladesh) stressed that financial sustainability, mandate discipline and accountability must go

Profound ignorance displayed in interest rates fake outrage

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Economic analysis in most of Australias media last week was more manipulation than information, asAlan Austinreports.

COMMENTARY from reporters, economists and sundry internet ratbags on last Tuesdaysinterest raterise revealed serious stupidity and malice.

3AWpresenterMark Allenwas almost speechless trying todescribethe frenzy of attacks against TreasurerJim Chalmersby newsrooms after the Reserve Bank of Au

Venezuela's non-oil tax revenue up 22 pct in 9 months this year: acting president

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 23:45:13 GMT

CARACAS, Oct. 8 (Xinhua) -- Tax revenue from Venezuela's non-oil sector increased by 22.6 percent in the first nine months of this year, Acting President Delcy Rodriguez said Thursday.

Tax revenue from the non-oil sector reached more than 7.9 billion U.S. dollars between January and September, Rodriguez said at the 82nd Annual Assembly of the Venezuelan Federation of Chambers of Commerce and Production here.

Cuban FM says U.S. has no authority to decide who can trade with Cuba

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 19:45:07 GMT

HAVANA, Oct. 8 (Xinhua) -- Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez said Thursday that the United States has no authority to decide which countries or companies can trade with Cuba, invest on the island or provide aid to its people.

In a post on X, Rodriguez said Washington lacked the "moral" authority to determine what is legal under international law and free trade rules.

Those who regard U.S. measures as

Venezuela's Maduro, wife face new U.S. charge over alleged torture

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 17:45:31 GMT

NEW YORK, Oct. 8 (Xinhua) -- Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, were charged by U.S. authorities on Thursday with conspiracy to commit torture, according to an indictment filed in federal court in Manhattan.

"He (Maduro) authorized the use of torture against specific individuals and oversaw a system designed to use torture, arbitrary detention and violence as a means of repression ag

Colombia downs Peru 2-0 in friendly

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 07:47:16 GMT

MIAMI, Oct. 7 (Xinhua) -- Samuel Velasquez and Daniel Arcila scored second-half goals as Colombia claimed a 2-0 friendly win over 10-man Peru on Tuesday.

The Cafeteros opened the scoring just before the hour when Velasquez thumped a long-range effort into the top-left corner.

Peru was handed a numerical disadvantage shortly after as Miguel Araujo was shown a straight red card for a bad tackle on Camilo Du

Haiti extends candidate registration, delays campaign for December elections

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 22:15:28 GMT

PANAMA CITY, Oct. 6 (Xinhua) -- Haiti's Provisional Electoral Council has extended the deadline for candidate registration to Oct. 31 and postponed the start of campaigning for presidential and legislative elections scheduled for December, local media reported Tuesday.

Registration had been due to close Oct. 9. In a statement dated Monday, the council said the extension applies to both online registration and th

Mexico loses Mora to ankle injury

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 02:48:05 GMT

MEXICO CITY, Oct. 5 (Xinhua) -- Teenage midfielder Gilberto Mora will miss Mexico's friendly against Chile due to injury, the Mexican Football Federation (FMF) said on Monday.

Mora suffered an ankle injury in Mexico's 1-1 draw with Colombia on Sept. 26 and subsequently missed Mexico's friendlies against Peru and the United States.

The FMF did not provide details of the injury but confirmed in a social med

Human Rights Council adopts China-proposed resolution on accessibility for all

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 02:45:05 GMT

GENEVA, Oct. 6 (Xinhua) -- The 63rd session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) on Monday adopted by consensus the draft resolution titled "Promoting accessibility for the full enjoyment of all human rights by all" proposed by China on behalf of 47 countries.

Jia Guide, China's permanent representative to the UN Office at Geneva and other international organizations in Switzerland, said during his

Canada to lead probe into air ambulance crash with 6 presumed dead

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 23:45:11 GMT

OTTAWA, Oct. 5 (Xinhua) -- The Transportation Safety Board of Canada (TSB) announced Monday it will lead the investigation into the crash of an air ambulance aircraft in international waters off Nantucket in the U.S. state of Massachusetts on Oct. 3.

Ontario-based operator Latitude Air Ambulance said all six aboard the Gulfstream G100 aircraft -- four Canadian crew members, a patient, and the patient's escort --

Search suspended for 6 aboard medical jet that crashed off U.S. coast

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 07:15:12 GMT

NEW YORK, Oct. 5 (Xinhua) -- The U.S. Coast Guard suspended its search at sunset Sunday for the six people aboard a medical jet that crashed off Nantucket Island, in the U.S. state of Massachusetts, the agency said in a statement.

After 66 hours of combing the seas, suspending the search "is not an easy decision," read the statement, citing Matthew Lake, commander of the Coast Guard's Northeast District.

Costa Rica downs Haiti in Nations League

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 06:48:52 GMT

SAN JOSE, Oct. 4 (Xinhua) -- Carlos Mora and Andrey Soto scored first-half goals as Costa Rica continued its resurgent form with a 2-0 home win over Haiti in the CONCACAF Nations League on Sunday.

Mora opened the scoring in the sixth minute by heading in after Ronald Matarrita's delivery from a set piece.

Matarrita was again the provider 15 minutes later when his perfectly weighted pass found Soto, who to

He felt heard: How a film brought a UN report to life in Xochimilco

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT

A documentary drawn from United Nations University research was screened at the COP30 climate conference and film festivals across Europe. Its most important journey, though, was the one back to the Mexico City canals where it was filmed.

From deadly floods in the Himalayas to wildfires and extreme heat across Europe, 2026 has brought a succession of stark reminders of a changing climate. The task is immediate: P

US-German trio win medicine Nobel for work on optogenetics

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 01:36:50 GMT

The field helps researchers understand how specific cell types contribute to behaviours like learning, fear, addiction and movement, and may one day lead to treatments for neurological and sensory disorders such as Parkinson's disease and epilepsy.

"Using optogenetics, researchers have been able to reveal neural circuits governing specific memories, feelings, and behaviours relevant for neurological and psychiatr

Opening Its General Debate, First Committee Spotlights Growing Nuclear Risk, Illegal Firearms Proliferation, Importance of Nuclear-Weapon-Free Zones

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 20:07:01 GMT

Indian banks' Q2FY27 earnings seen rising 11%; FCNR deposits may weigh on margins- Kotak

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 13:33:26 GMT

Indian banks' Q2FY27 earnings seen rising 11%; FCNR deposits may weigh on margins- Kotak

Tropical Storm Isaias quickly strengthening, forecast to hit US as Category 1 or 2 hurricane

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 06:08:10 GMT

Tropical Storm Isaias quickly strengthening, forecast to hit US as Category 1 or 2 hurricane

Annual adult smoking habits- LGA statement Government Association

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 16:33:47 GMT

Annual adult smoking habits- LGA statement Government Association

Flames tear through Camden Co. tobacco shop overnight NBC10 Philadelphia

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 16:03:30 GMT

Flames tear through Camden Co. tobacco shop overnight NBC10 Philadelphia

ICJ judge Navi Pillay wins Nobel peace prize for promoting international law - Nobel peace prize

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:02:07 GMT

ICJ judge Navi Pillay wins Nobel peace prize for promoting international law - Nobel peace prize

How Trump defied the 'experts' and pushed the UN to post-Oct. 7 peace

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 11:01:55 GMT

How Trump defied the 'experts' and pushed the UN to post-Oct. 7 peace

Sandilands students sent home amid ongoing BPL outages

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 06:35:22 GMT

Sandilands students sent home amid ongoing BPL outages

CC Sweeting still closed following electrical blast

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 06:35:13 GMT

CC Sweeting still closed following electrical blast

Chamber pushes to cut US forced labour tariffs

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 06:34:40 GMT

Chamber pushes to cut US forced labour tariffs

Work never done- 20% jobless or underemployed

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 06:34:15 GMT

Work never done- 20% jobless or underemployed

Thompson- Power outages led to two elderly deaths

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 06:34:11 GMT

Thompson- Power outages led to two elderly deaths

Petition demands full Cabbage Beach details

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 06:34:09 GMT

Petition demands full Cabbage Beach details

Bahamas entity heads $1.6bn launder web in Brazil bank scandal

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 06:33:49 GMT

Bahamas entity heads $1.6bn launder web in Brazil bank scandal

Developer obligated over Cabbage Beach ongoing public access

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 06:33:44 GMT

Developer obligated over Cabbage Beach ongoing public access

DPM to lead speakers at Exuma Business Outlook

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 06:33:44 GMT

DPM to lead speakers at Exuma Business Outlook

Minister- Well work to drive jobless numbers even lower

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 06:33:36 GMT

Minister- Well work to drive jobless numbers even lower

Govt got off easywith rating agencies

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 06:33:22 GMT

Govt got off easywith rating agencies

Lightbourn calls unlawful suspensions a technicality

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 06:33:17 GMT

Lightbourn calls unlawful suspensions a technicality

Bahamas eyes joining UN initiative on AI in disasters

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 06:33:14 GMT

Bahamas eyes joining UN initiative on AI in disasters