Autonomies: **Dissident Russian artist murdered in Poland**

https://autonomies.org/2026/06/dissident-russian-artist-murdered-in-poland/

Assassination of Semyon Skrepetsky is a threatening message to the entire Russian opposition in Europe Nikita Ivansky (Freedom News, 21/06/2026) Bashkir artist Semyon Skrepetsky was shot dead in Eastern Poland on 15 June. His last act before being assassinated was … Continue reading →

#Newsblog #Poiesis #SemyonSkrepetsky #Stateterror

Autonomies: **EU votes to speed up deportations**

https://autonomies.org/2026/06/eu-votes-to-speed-up-deportations/

Removal of undocumented people becomes easier as far-right international continues to rise Blade Runner (Freedom News, 22/06/2026) An alliance of centre-right and far-right lawmakers won a vote for anti-immigration enforcement measures in the European Parliament last week. The Return Regulationis designed … Continue reading →

#Newsblog #Europeanunion #Migration

Autonomies: **Ukrainian artist who died fighting Russians**

https://autonomies.org/2026/06/ukrainian-artist-who-died-fighting-russians/

“True anarchists share their people’s hardest struggles” by Vira Kravchuk (Euromaidan Press, 12/08/2025) Davyd Chychkan, a Ukrainian artist known for his anarchist political views and socially engaged artwork, died 9 August from wounds sustained while repelling a Russian infantry assault … Continue reading →

#Newsblog #Poiesis #ArtandRevolution

inZOI v0.9.0 Update

v0.9.0 Patch Notes

◆ Update Information

◽️ Patch Date: June 19, 2026

◽️ Build Version:

• Windows PC Steam : 20260618.13287.W
• Mac Steam : 20260618.13288.M

https://youtu.be/6QBlzB-L5ZE

■ Gameplay

[High School]

Active gameplay for high school has been added.

• School properties have been added for Dowon, Bliss Bay, and Cahaya.
• Teenager Zois can enroll as students and attend the same high school until they graduate as Young Adults.
• Each active high school has a limited student capacity. When it’s full, some Zois will attend a rabbit hole school instead.
  • To bring a specific Zoi to an active school, you can request a transfer via the school app. You can choose which school to transfer to, and previously earned grades are retained.
• Due to changes to the school property, creations downloaded from Canvas that were built on the previous property may not be compatible with the new school property.
• School activities can be managed via the dedicated phone app.
• Students attend classes on a set timetable to take Science, Art, Skill, Physical Education, and General classes.
• Students take tests every Thursday, and their overall grades are evaluated based on those scores and their general behavior in classes.
  • Students can receive warnings and even be expelled from the school if their grades are poor.
• Students can engage in various interactions with other students and teachers.
• Students are assigned a locker when they enter the school.
• Students can eat lunch at the school cafeteria by receiving food from the employee or gathering the food themselves.

• Students can join various school clubs to participate in extracurricular activities such as cooking, fitness, cheerleading, and programming.
• Each school club has different skill requirements for joining.

• Students can participate in the prom party by asking another Zoi to be prom partners or leaving a prom partner request note in their locker.
• Prom King and Queen are selected through voting.
• After prom, students may be invited to various after-parties depending on their relationships
• Students participate in the graduation ceremony after completing their entire school curriculum.

[Business]

• The clothing store business has been added.
  • Mannequins can be installed within the property to sell desired outfit combinations to other Zois.
  • 7 new outfit items have been added and can only be accessed at the clothing store.
• The following changes have been made to the hair salon business.
  • Hair colors are retained when changing hairstyles.
  • Refunds can be requested in the instance of a failed haircut.
  • Children hairstyles list matches that of Create a Zoi.
  • 3 new hairstyles have been added and can only be accessed at the hair salon.

[Vehicle]

• A Zoi’s owned vehicle can be driven by family members.
• U-turn can be performed while driving.
• Car traffic simulation has been improved.

[Map]

• The mini map can be used like a GPS navigation when moving to a set destination.
• The mini map and the full map displays the Zoi’s current facing direction.
• The mini map can be set to rotate based on the Zoi’s facing direction by changing the settings in [Game Option > Controls > UI Settings].

[Others]

• Career missions and social event missions can be viewed from the same window.
• NPC Zois now feature more diverse appearances. 
• Holiday symbols now appear on the Schedule editor.

■ Control

[First-Person View Mode]

• The experimental first person camera view can be set by entering the cheat ‘FirstPersonMode true’, then pressing [Tab].

[Ring Menu]

• Ring menu can be toggled by pressing [‘].
• Pressing [Tab] while in the ring menu enables the customization of the ring menu buttons.

[Advanced Driving Mode]

• Advanced Driving Mode has been added as an experimental feature.
• Enabling the Advanced Driving Mode enhances vehicle controls such as handbrake, body roll, suspension, anti-roll, and aerial state control when driving cars, motorcycles, and kickboards.

※ ‘Active Mode’ is currently in development, including control finalization and related content planning, and will not be included in this update.

■ Simulation

[Interaction]

• Ragdoll simulation has been applied to car crashes and other collision instances.
• When sitting or laying on a sofa or a bed, performing new interactions on the same object does not require the Zoi to get up from the object.
• Zois can sit on chairs from both directions.
• Incoming phone calls appear on the smartphone rather than on a separate pop-up.
• Objects can be placed on tables even while sitting down.
• Crafting is possible on all tables.
• Changing into pajamas is now done at a closet nearest to the bed.
• Drinking too much coffee can negatively affect the Zoi.
  • Decaffeinated coffee can be consumed to avoid this effect.
• Adult Zois with childish characteristics can interact with objects made for children.

[Romance]

• Zois can hold hands with romantic partners and family members.
• Philandering and single-hearted traits have been added for polarizing romantic behaviors.
• Getting caught cheating on a romantic partner causes the two Zois’ romance score to drop significantly and the romantic partner to approach the cheating Zoi.
  • The cheating Zoi can attempt to talk their way to recover some of the lost score.

[Baby]

• New traits have been added for babies to expand their variety of behaviors.
• Values that were developed as a baby can cause the Zoi to inherit fitting traits.
• Parent interactions can impact what values are developed in growing babies.
• Babies can become sick, and this causes the parents to worry.
• Babies can be placed in more locations outside the house.
• High chairs and baby food have been added to enable new baby feeding interactions.
• 8 new interactions have been added for babies placed in a high chair.
• Zois can slip and fall when stepping on baby urine.

[Others]

• Automated behaviors have been improved using the TPO (time, place, occasion) system to reduce awkward behavior selections.
• Wants have been improved when in career or business scenarios to prioritize wants appropriate for those situations.
• Repeatedly performing behaviors that oppose the Zoi’s current trait can cause the trait to change.
• Ambitions have been added for teenagers.
• The ambition selection screen displays ambitions that are in progress and those that have been satisfied on the same screen.
• Only the more significant memories are stored in notifications.

■ Create a Zoi

[New Additions]

• School
  • Cheerleader Uniform
  • Football Uniform
  • Soccer Uniform
  • Cooking Gown
  • Graduation Robe and Cap
• Baby
  • 6 Hairstyles
  • 5 Outfit Items
  • 7 Accessories
• 3 Female Party Dresses
• 2 Stockings

[Improvements]

• If there are multiple presets saved for a situational look, one will be selected at random when automatically changed in-game.
• Skin aging parameters can be adjusted in [Create a Zoi > Skin].
• The genetics system for newborns has been improved.
• Baby faces have been refined.
• Facial expressions when angry have been refined.
• Foot models have been refined for when wearing stockings.
• Portraits now also update when outfits are changed.

■ Build Mode

[New Additions]

• 17 European-Inspired Antique Furniture
• 12 Build Objects
• 1 Tree Stump (For city edit)
• 115 School Interaction Objects
• 4 Vehicle Jump Ramps

[Improvements]

• During shoulder view, all floors of properties are visible by default.
  • To revert to the previous settings, go to [Game Options > Controls > Camera].
• Shoulder view FOV has been expanded, providing a wider field of view than before.
• Furniture can be browsed not only by room types but also by activity types.
• Environmental details for all cities have been improved.
• A new option to adjust the level of weathering for objects such as furniture and appliances has been added.

■ Canvas

• The Canvas profile in the main lobby screen has been refined.
  • Likes, Downloads, Followers can be seen from the main lobby screen.
  • Canvas notifications have been added to the main lobby screen.
• The [Furniture] > [Social Events] category has been removed from Canvas.
  • Items under the [Social Events] category have been moved to more appropriate categories that better reflect the nature of each item.

■ Mods

[ModKit]

• Overlay UI modding is supported.
  • A sample asset for this category has been added to the ModKit.
• MetaHuman body assets are supported.
• MetaHuman Creator eyelashes, eyebrows, mustaches, and beards are supported and can be extracted using the DCC Export Helper.

[In-Game]

• The design for the in-game CurseForge browser has been enhanced for better usability.
• Mod auto-update pop-up has been refined to display mods that failed to update then have selected or every mod retry updating.
  • The auto-update feature is supported for CurseForge and CLO mods.
• Mod manager has been refined and changed to be accessible in-game at [Game Options > Mods].
• Furniture samples used for modding can be previewed in-game after enabling the Dev category with the ‘showUserDevCategory [true]’ cheat.
• CLO Connect has been integrated into the game, allowing direct mod downloads and uploads without leaving inZOI.
  • Newly added search and filter options help locate clothing faster, with download history now synced between web and in-game for seamless wardrobe management.

■ System

• Intel Iris Xe Graphics is now supported with the latest driver.

■ Bug Fixes

• A detailed list of bug fixes is available on the official inZOI Forum.

If you discover any bugs or errors during gameplay, please report them via the Bug Reports page on the official inZOI Forums.

Your feedback greatly helps us improve the game.

#Announcement #EarlyAccess #GamingNews #inZOI #NewsBlog #Simulation #Update

Days of Youth in Style (v0.9.0 Update)

Hello, Creators.

This is the inZOI Team.

With inZOI’s v0.9.0 update, new outfits that capture the glow of school-day memories and a variety of items to fill the spaces of youth have arrived.

From club activities and graduation ceremonies to adorable baby outfits, bring even more personality to your stories and spaces.

■ Tiny and Adorable Baby Items 

New items are being added to dress up your precious baby. Discover a variety of clothing items that complete the cutest looks. 

• Hair: 6 Items
• Sets: 3 Items
• Socks: 2 Items
• Hair Accessories: 4 Items
• Bibs: 1 Item
• Gloves: 1 Item
• Pacifiers: 1 Item

■ More Vibrant Styling 

Three new women’s party dresses have been added. From elegant formal gatherings to glamorous celebrations, find the perfect look for every special occasion.

■ Youthful Style Meets School Content 

New school-themed outfits have been added for all kinds of student life moments. From club activities to graduation ceremonies, celebrate the memories your Zois make with their school friends in style.

• Club Unlock Items: Male and female cheerleader outfits by school, rugby club, cooking club※ Graduation outfits and soccer uniforms can be worn at all times.

■ A Space of Your Own for Youth and Everyday Life 

Items have arrived to help you complete a wide range of spaces, including school content. From lively campuses to classic interiors, bring the spaces you’ve dreamed of to life.

New Items: 148 Items Total

• Interactive Objects: 115 Items
• Building Objects: 29 Items
• Vehicle Ramps: 4 Items

In addition, alongside school content, hair items exclusive to the salon and clothing items exclusive to the clothing store will be added, along with a variety of improvements.

Please check the Patch Notes for more details.

Thank you.

The inZOI Team

#Announcement #EarlyAccess #GamingNews #inZOI #NewsBlog #Update

Autonomies: **Let anarchy flourish!**

https://autonomies.org/2026/06/let-anarchy-flourish/

Organising-federating anarchists in Seville. From El Topo, Nº 71, May 2026 On February 12, 2026, at CSOA La Yesca, we presented ourselves as the Seville Anarchist Assembly. After more than two years of internal work, the time had come for … Continue reading →

#Newsblog #Anarchism #Spain

Autonomies: **For Marjane Satrapi  (1969-2026)**

https://autonomies.org/2026/06/for-marjane-satrapi-1969-2026/

When we’re afraid, we lose all sense of analysis and reflection. Our fear paralyzes us. Besides, fear has always been the driving force behind all dictators’ repression. The regime had understood that one person leaving her house while asking herself:Are … Continue reading →

#Newsblog #Poiesis #Feminism #Iran #MarjaneSatrapi

🇺🇸 US Foreign Policy Shift Sparks Global Debate Over Military Presence, Immigration, and Security

“US foreign policy changes are reshaping global political dynamics in 2026.” Washington, United States — 2026The United States is experiencing major shifts in its foreign policy direction, with growing global debate over its military presence abroad, immigration enforcement policies, and internal political pressure on federal institutions.Analysts say these changes reflect a broader “America First”-style strategy that is reshaping how the U.S. engages with the world. 🌍Rising […]

https://httpsknowverse.wordpress.com/2026/05/31/%f0%9f%87%ba%f0%9f%87%b8-us-foreign-policy-shift-sparks-global-debate-over-military-presence-immigration-and-security/

Planet Zoo 2 Announcement

Build a wilder world in Planet Zoo 2 this October, coming to PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X|S.

https://www.youtube.com/embed/G6-yj80Guxg?rel=0&enablejsapi=1&origin=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.planetzoogame.com

Hayo Zookeepers!

We are delighted to announce that Planet Zoo 2 will be arriving on 13 October this year, bringing fully-aquatic species, flying birds, Wildlife Reserves and more!

Grab your Keeper outfit, brush off your wellies and get ready to build a wilder world in the most advanced zoo simulation game to date, featuring some of the community’s biggest requests and a generational leap forward in gameplay, graphics, and animal behaviour.

Pre-order now to receive the Bonus Content Pack at launch, containing:

• Exclusive Toucan Eat Shop and Signage
• 3 Unique Animal Donation Bins
• Tiger Photo Stand-In Wall

Dedicated Zookeepers looking to expand their animal conservation efforts further can also purchase the Planet Zoo 2: Deluxe Edition. This bundles the Planet Zoo 2 base game alongside the Planet Zoo 2: Deluxe Upgrade Pack, containing an additional 6 animal species from across the globe, as well as a selection of exclusive animal signs to decorate your park.

Awe-Inspiring Animals

Discover and fill your zoos with a diverse roster of animal species, each with their own needs and behaviours. New faces join familiar favourites like the African Lion and Western Chimpanzee to create iconic zoo rosters in jaw-dropping detail, from high-fidelity fur, feathers and scales even through to authentic breathing and sounds. The natural world has never felt so close to home!

A new world beneath the water awaits as fully aquatic species make a splash in their stunning debut! Filled with colourful shoals of fish, Black-tipped Reef Sharks, Hawksbill Turtles and so many more, each aquarium provides mesmerising underwater views for your guests. Make sure to keep things sparklingly clean with filtration systems and provide easy access for your keepers to dive into animal care.

Soar to great heights with a diverse mix of bright and brilliant fully flying birds, including the vibrant Toco Toucan and majestic Secretary Bird. House your birds in fully customisable aviaries built from barriers, support poles and dynamic mesh covers, allowing them to fly freely and safely around unique habitats.

Wildlife Reserves

Conservation goes beyond your zoo! Take on global conservation projects and meet specific requirements to release your animals into fully customisable, expansive Wildlife Reserves across the globe in living ecosystems created by you. Design, rewild and observe a network of entirely natural homes that allow your animals to thrive, and even improve your zoo with research, all whilst maintaining a minimal staff presence!

Let Your Creativity Soar

Build the zoo of your dreams across multiple globe-spanning biomes, with four brand-new scenery themes and five returning themes from the original Planet Zoo covering iconic architecture from around the world.

Effortlessly design your zoos using a range of ready-to-place blueprints or get creative with the Planet franchise’s iconic piece-by-piece construction tools to bring your own ideas to life. Delve into every detail with scaling, flexi-colour & easy-to-use pathing systems, together with new foliage and terrain brushes to make grand changes to your zoos and Wildlife Reserves.

Create and share buildings, habitats and more to the Frontier Workshop, where you can find blueprints made by other players from the Planet Zoo 2 community across platforms, ready for use in your zoos!

Looking for more information about Planet Zoo 2? Check out our FAQ page for answers to all your burning questions!

Learn more

Meaningful Management

Construct perfect habitats for appealing animals to bring in guests, boosting your zoo’s rating and earning money to fund further expansion.

Manage day-to-day zoo life as you create immersive spaces for your guests packed with educational opportunities around every corner. Cater to their requirements with a variety of shops and amenities to curate the perfect day out.

Support your zookeepers and other park staff with dedicated facilities and editable working areas. Manage your staff’s morale and training to provide the best experience for them and your guests as your zoo grows.

A Wilder World Awaits

Join FEN (Fauna and Ecosystems Network) in a fun-filled adventure around the world in Career mode. Build a global network of zoos and Wildlife Reserves and trade animals with other players in Franchise mode or enjoy unlimited creativity in Sandbox mode.  

Explore zoos in first-person guest perspective, whether it’s your favourite Sandbox, Franchise Zoo, or even zoos made by other players!

We’ll be sharing more information on the animals coming to Planet Zoo 2 soon, so be sure to visit the Zoopedia for the latest information.

Learn more

We’re Just Getting Started!

We’re so excited to finally be giving you your very first look at Planet Zoo 2, but don’t worry, we’ll have lots more to talk about very soon! Including some must see appearances at Wholesome Direct on June 6 and the PC Gaming Show on June 7!

In the meantime, join the conversation and keep in touch by following our social channels, subscribing to our mailing list (for an exclusive in-game reward) and keeping your eyes peeled for updates on the website.

Torco Venchu!

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Autonomies: **For José Domínguez Muñoz, “El Cabrero” (1944-2026)**

https://autonomies.org/2026/05/for-jose-dominguez-munoz-el-cabrero-1944-2026/

Flamenco singer José Domínguez, known as El Cabrero, passed away in Seville on Tuesday morning at the age of 81. A charismatic, free-spirited figure, he was admired in the world of flamenco for decades. From childhood and for much of … Continue reading →

#Newsblog #Poiesis #ArtandRevolution #Flamenco #JosDomnguezMuozElCabrero