(2025-12-26). Despite two years of Israel genocide, Christmas returns to Gaza. newarab.com 
(2025-12-26). In Gaza's Makeshift Camps, Women Hold the Families Together. passblue.com 
I am writing from a small displacement tent in Al-Zawaida, central Gaza, where my family of nine lives day by day. Over a million people now inhabit such makeshift camps across Gaza, and women bear the heaviest burden. While the world sees the destruction from afar, the personal realities of women's survival inside these tents …
(2025-12-26). The 8 best foreign policy books of 2025. responsiblestatecraft.org I spent the last few weeks asking experts about the foreign policy books that stood out in 2025. My goal was to create a wide-ranging list, featuring volumes that shed light on the most important issues facing American policymakers today, from military spending to the war in Gaza and the competition with China. Here are the eight books that made the cut.The Fort Bragg Cartel:
(2025-12-26). Nobel Foundation sued over Peace Prize to Venezuela's Opposition Leader. ummid.com WikiLeaks Founder Julian Assange has filed a criminal complaint against the Nobel Foundation for awarding the 2025 Peace Prize to Venezuela's Opposition Leader Maria Corina Machado.
(2025-12-26). Pezeshkian congratulates Christians on Christmas. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 26 (MNA) — Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has extended his congratulations to Christians in Iran and around the world on the occasion of the birth anniversary of Jesus Christ.
(2025-12-26). The Tomorrow Club aims to support and mentor young writers amid polarity and tech-driven chaos. globalvoices.org 
(2025-12-26). CAT 2025 Result: Link, Steps to Check. ummid.com The Indian Institutes of Management (IIM) Kozhikode is releasing the result of CAT 2025 (Common Admission Test 2025) along with the Toppers List on its website iimcat.ac.in.
(2025-12-26). Rahmani 30 Entrance Exam 2026 Date Confirmed. ummid.com Rahmani Program of Excellence run under Rahmani Mission of Rahmani Foundation has confirmed the Rahmani 30 Entrance Exam 2026 date.
(2025-12-26). Inside The Prophet's Mosque Library. ummid.com The Prophet's Mosque Library stands as one of Saudi Arabia's most prestigious scholarly monuments, reflecting centuries of Islamic and Arabic linguistic history.
(2025-12-26). Yalda Night preserved in 16 volumes. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 26 (MNA) — The monumental "Yalda Storyology Collection" archives over 8,000 Iranian folktales, safeguarding the oral traditions of the ancient winter solstice celebration for future generations in a definitive 16-volume set.
(2025-12-26). Hidden toll on urban wildlife revealed. ecns.cn The Forum on Road Safety and Wildlife Conservation was held at Nanjing University's Xianlin campus on Dec 14, and was the culmination of research led by Professor Li Zhongqiu at the university's School of Life Sciences.Utilizing mathematical models, Li and his team estimated that annually about 115,000 wild and stray mammals and 456,000 birds are killed on roads in Nanjing.
(2025-12-26). How China's film market is reshaping global cinema standards. ecns.cn Over the past year, China's film industry has demonstrated unprecedented vitality and influence, charting a trajectory that extends beyond domestic box-office strength to significant global resonance. This dual rise in both the quantity and quality of Chinese cinema is reshaping industry benchmarks and reflects a deeper shift in how cultural products circulate in an increasingly multipolar world.
(2025-12-26). Snow, romance, and flavor unite in Xinjiang's winter wonderland. ecns.cn In northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, winter transforms the Tianshan Tianchi Scenic Area into a magical realm where icy landscapes meet warm hospitality. This season, the destination offers a unique blend of snow adventures, romantic moments, and authentic flavors.
(2025-12-26). How to Use Gold Loan Calculator to Plan Repayment Smartly? ummid.com A Gold Loan calculator is an online tool that estimates the loan amount you can obtain against your pledged gold based on its weight, purity, and the prevailing gold rate.
(2025-12-26). CBSE releases new PATTERN for 10th Board Exams 2026. ummid.com The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has released a new pattern for the 2026 Class 10 board exams specifically related to Science and Social Sciences subjects.
(2025-12-26). BJP-led Mahayuti sweeps Maharashtra local body elections. ummid.com The Mahayuti – the alliance of Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP), Shiv Sena (Eknath Shinde) and NCP (Ajit Pawar), has sweeped the 2025 Nagar Parishad (Municipal Council) and Nagar Panchayat (Municipal Panchayat) elections.
(2025-12-26). Dylan Riley & Robert Brenner: The Long Downturn and Its Political Results. newleftreview.org Responding to the wide-ranging debate sparked by their 'Seven Theses on American Politics' (NLR 138), Riley and Brenner expand the temporal frame of their analysis of capitalist stagnation as an endogenous feature, incurable by bubbles and bailouts—and rethink the nature of the 'political capitalism' that results.
(2025-12-26). Another Hindu man lynched in Bangladesh as Zia's son returns after 17 years. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: Another Hindu man has been killed in Bangladesh, just days after the lynching of Dipu Chandra Das, according to local media reports. | The victim, 29-year-old Amrit Mondal, also known as Samrat, was beaten to death around 11 pm in Pangsha sub-district of Rajbari, about three-and-a-half hours from Dhaka. Locals told The Daily Star that Samrat allegedly led a criminal gang called "Samrat Bahini," which was involved in extortion and other illegal activities. After Sheikh Hasina's removal last year, he had fled the country but recently returned to his native village, Hosendanga. | Police said Samrat w…
(2025-12-26). Villa face Chelsea test as Premier League title race heats up. tribune.com.pk 
Aston Villa face a tough challenge at Chelsea on Saturday after muscling their way into the Premier League title race alongside Arsenal and Manchester City. | The Gunners, top of the tree at Christmas, host Brighton, while Pep Guardiola's in-form City travel to Nottingham Forest. | Liverpool manager Arne Slot is grappling with a striker crisis after Alexander Isak fractured his leg, while Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes also faces a spell on the sidelines. | AFP Sport looks at three talking points ahead of the festive action: | Rogers spearheads Villa charge | Unai Emery's third-placed Villa are stil…
(2025-12-26). Foreign trade registrations in Hainan surge 230% in launch week. ecns.cn Hainan Free Trade Port (FTP) saw 1,972 newly registered foreign trade enterprises during the first week of island-wide special customs operations – from December 18 to 24, marking a year-on-year increase of 2.3 times, according to Haikou Customs on Thursday.
(2025-12-26). Land-sea trade corridor key to regional progress. ecns.cn China has rolled out a package of financial measures to support the development of the New International Land-Sea Trade Corridor, officials said, underscoring the country's commitment to advancing high-quality Belt and Road cooperation amid complex global geopolitical and economic conditions.
(2025-12-26). CLAT 2026 Result Out: Link, Steps to Check. ummid.com The Consortium of National Law Universities has declared the Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) 2026 UG and PG results on its official website consortiumofnlus.ac.in (clat.ac.in).
(2025-12-26). Nicholas Mulder: Interludes of Abundance. newleftreview.org Nicholas Mulder on Arnaud Orain, Le monde confisqué. Reading of the current neo-mercantilist lurch as a return to the norm of long-run capitalist history.
(2025-12-26). Martín Mosquera: The Meaning of Milei. newleftreview.org With Latin America in Trump's cross-hairs, a report from Buenos Aires on the social stalemate that allowed far-right firebrand Javier Milei to impose the harshest shock therapy in Argentina's history. Mosquera mobilizes the conceptual legacies of Gramsci, Trotsky, Otto Bauer and Angelo Tasca to identify the function of the region's highly successful new rights.
(2025-12-26). Lionel Messi's Tour and India's Sporting Ecosystem. ummid.com Lionel Messi's India Tour has exposed glaring gaps in event management, administrative preparedness, priorities in sports development, and even political optics.
(2025-12-26). Grand bridge ready for traffic operation in Guizhou. ecns.cn It adopts an asymmetrical mid-span steel pipe arch bridge design, with a main span of 176 meters and a bridge deck width of 40.8 meters.
(2025-12-26). Morocco vs. Jordan 2025 FIFA Arab Cup Final Tonight. ummid.com The high stake 2025 FIFA Arab Cup Final Match between Morocco and Jordan is scheduled for today i.e. Thursday December 18, 2025 in Qatar.
(2025-12-26). Plan's focus on tech reliance to aid Africa. ecns.cn Chinese agronomist Hu Yuefang explains the growth of rice to local farmers at the China Hybrid Rice High-Yield Demonstration Base near Antananarivo, Madagascar, March 25, 2025.
(2025-12-26). China's first L3 self-driving car debuts in Chongqin. ecns.cn China's first license plate for Level-3 autonomous driving was granted recently to China Changan Auto Group, a car manufacturer based in Southwest China's Chongqing, marking a landmark development for the country's automotive sector.
(2025-12-26). What use is a mine ban treaty if signers at war change their minds? responsiblestatecraft.org Earlier this month in Geneva, delegates to the Antipersonnel Mine Ban Treaty's 22nd Meeting of States Parties confronted the most severe crisis in the convention's nearly three-decade history. That crisis was driven by an unprecedented convergence of coordinated withdrawals by five European states and Ukraine's attempt to "suspend" its treaty obligations amid an ongoing armed conflict.What unfolded was not only a test of the resilience of one of the world's most successful humanitarian disarmament treaties, but also a critical moment for the broader system of international norms designed to protect civilians…
(2025-12-26). North Korea's Strategic Bet: Why Pyongyang Chose to Side With Russia in the Ukraine Conflict. moderndiplomacy.eu The active military support of North Korea for Russia in the Ukrainian War has been a major shift in the foreign policy strategy of Pyongyang. It has long been recognized for its reluctance in participating in any international conflict through more than mere rhetorical support. North Korea has now leveraged beyond its fanfare support for …
(2025-12-26). China Sanctions US Defense Firms Over Taiwan Arms Sales. moderndiplomacy.eu China's foreign ministry announced sanctions on 10 individuals and 20 U. S. defense firms, including Boeing's St. Louis branch, due to arms sales to Taiwan. The sanctions freeze their assets in China and prevent domestic organizations from doing business with them. The targeted individuals, including the founder of Anduril Industries and nine executives, are also …
(2025-12-26). Saudi Arabia launches airstrike on Yemen. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 26 (MNA) — Explosions were heard in Yemen's eastern Hadramout province following a reported Saudi airstrike, according to regional media.
(2025-12-26). Morocco bests Jordan to lift 2025 FIFA Arab Cup. ummid.com Atlas Lions, Morocco, Thursday defeated Jordan to lift the 2025 FIFA Arab Cup.
(2025-12-26). Murals of the Ming Dynasty enter the digital age. ecns.cn The Guanyin Temple in Xinjin district, Chengdu, Sichuan province, is known for its ancient architecture and exquisite Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) murals.[Photo provided to China Daily]…
(2025-12-26). Why the MAGA Base Is Triggered by Somalis. muslimskeptic.com Islam, as it is practiced around the world, claims a universal mission. One of the manifestations of this universality is the inclusion of people from widely diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds. Among these, African societies have played a particularly important role; and within this broad category, the Somali people stand out for their historical, …
(2025-12-26). Gabriele Pedullà : Timpanaro's Materials. newleftreview.org Gabriele Pedullà on Tom Geue, Major Corrections. Intellectual biography of Sebastiano Timpanaro, who brought the tools of philology to bear in a keen-sighted historical materialism.
(2025-12-26). Owen Hatherley: Architecture of the Future? newleftreview.org The built legacy of the Soviet Bloc is undergoing a dramatic reappraisal, from crumbling concrete brutalism to Instagrammable socmod chic. Hatherley's critical survey of a growing body of work in this area—examining modernist constructions from Vilnius to Tashkent—asks the question the new studies largely avoid: what, if anything, makes this architecture socialist?
(2025-12-26). Models predict epidemic control in Cuba by the beginning of January. radiohc.cu Models predict complete control of the epidemic by the beginning of the year in Cuba, stated renowned mathematician Raúl Guinovart Díaz, Director of Science and Technology at the University of Havana. | He made the statement during the weekly meeting of experts and scientists on health issues convened by the President of the Republic, Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, to address, from a scientific perspective, the fight against diseases caused by mosquito-borne viruses: in scientific terms, arboviruses. | The specialist affirmed that the incidence in different regions of the country has decreased, although the province…
(2025-12-26). Stronger RMB points to resilience. ecns.cn The recent strengthening of the renminbi against the US dollar reflects the resilience of China's economic fundamentals and the improving stability of its financial system, while a weaker dollar has also provided external support for the renminbi's gains, economists said.
(2025-12-26). Electoral coup in Honduras: Unprecedented fascist operation denounced. radiohc.cu Ricardo Salgado, Secretary of Strategic Planning of Honduras, denounced this Thursday, December 25, a new type of coup d'état following the proclamation of Nasry Asfura as president by the two CNE (National Electoral Council) members who are aligned with the Honduran two-party system: Ana Paola Hall García and Cossette Alejandra López.
(2025-12-26). Trip.com denies data security concerns over Cambodia tourism cooperation. ecns.cn Trip.com Group, a multinational travel agency headquartered in China, denied concerns on Wednesday over user data security following public attention around a cooperation agreement with Cambodia's Ministry of Tourism.
(2025-12-26). From Guns to Ballots: Myanmar Junta's Electoral Gamble Faces Steep Resistance. moderndiplomacy.eu Myanmar's military leadership is attempting a strategic pivot from battlefield dominance to electoral control, but the odds of success remain slim amid ongoing civil war, political exclusion, and international scepticism. Ballots as a Tool of Control From inside a fortified military base, junta chief Min Aung Hlaing openly signalled his preferred electoral outcome, urging voters …
(2025-12-26). Indian student, 20, shot dead near Toronto University, accused at large. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: The Indian Consulate in Toronto on Thursday said it was deeply distressed by the killing of Shivank Avasthi, a 20-year-old Indian student, who was shot dead near the University of Toronto Scarborough campus. Police said Avasthi was found with a gunshot injury in the Highland Creek Trail—Old Kingston Road area on Tuesday and was declared dead on the spot. | The suspects escaped before officers reached the scene, and the campus was briefly locked down during the search. This was Toronto's 41st homicide this year. | "We express deep anguish over the tragic death of a young Indian doctoral stude…
(2025-12-26). Language, Bias, and Violence: Why We Must Name Terrorism Fairly. ummid.com Defending Islam requires more than citing scripture. It demands consistent, visible rejection of violence from within Muslim communities, while the global community must judge acts of terror by what they are—not by who commits them.
(2025-12-26). Man dies by suicide in Latur after alleging police harassment in video post. devdiscourse.com A 22-year-old man allegedly committed suicide after accusing police personnel of harassment in Maharashtra's Latur district, an official said on Friday.
(2025-12-26). US attacks ISIL positions in Northwest Nigeria, Trump says. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 26 (MNA) — The US has carried out an air strike against ISIL fighters in northwest Nigeria, US ‚Å President Donald Trump said.
(2025-12-26). China firmly opposes U.S. additional tariff on semiconductors from China. ecns.cn The measure will come into force with an initial tariff rate of zero percent and increase within 18 months to a level to be announced no fewer than 30 days before June 23, 2027."ÄÄ"ÄÄChina has noted the relevant situation and lodged stern representations with the U.S. side through the China-U.S.
aljazeera.com (2025-12-26). Israel killed our dreams, but its genocide could not defeat us
I had just begun my third year studying English translation at university when the war started. The onslaught turned my life upside down – it erased colours, shattered dreams, and broke my spirit. University education – the centre of my life and ambition – stopped. Gaza itself came to a standstill amid unprecedented destruction.
middleeasteye.net (2025-12-24). What it's like to survive in Gaza when your children are killed four bereaved Palestinian mothers share their stories of unimaginable loss, reflecting a devastation that has spared no home in Gaza
(2025-12-26). US Carries Out Strike Against ISIS Militants in Nigeria. moderndiplomacy.eu The United States conducted a strike against Islamic State militants in northwest Nigeria at the request of the Nigerian government. President Donald Trump announced this action, highlighting that the group had been targeting and killing mostly Christians in the area. The U. S. military's Africa Command confirmed that the strike in Sokoto state killed several …
(2025-12-26). Make Viral Reaction-Style Clips via Free AI Video Editor. ummid.com Reaction videos have gained massive popularity on social media such as Tik Tok and YouTube because of their ability to capture real-time reactions and feelings that viewers can associate with.
(2025-12-26). Himanta condoles Tripura Speaker's death. devdiscourse.com Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma condoled the death of Tripura Speaker Biswa Bandhu Sen on Friday.
(2025-12-26). UPDATE 3-Malaysia court convicts ex-PM Najib Razak of power abuse, money laundering in biggest 1MDB trial. devdiscourse.com Jailed former Malaysian premier Najib Razak was convicted on Friday on all charges of abuse of power and money laundering in the biggest trial yet in the multibillion-dollar…
(2025-12-26). L3 license plate now granted in Chongqing. ecns.cn China's first license plate for Level-3 autonomous driving was granted recently to China Changan Auto Group, a car manufacturer based in Southwest China's Chongqing, marking a landmark development for the country's automotive sector.
(2025-12-26). China sets world record in superconducting electric maglev propulsion. ecns.cn China has set a world record in superconducting electric magnetic levitation propulsion after researchers accelerated a ton-scale test vehicle to 700 km/h (435 mph) in two seconds during a recent experiment.
(2025-12-26). Martín Mosquera: The Meaning of Milei. newleftreview.org With Latin America in Trump's cross-hairs, a report from Buenos Aires on the social stalemate that allowed far-right firebrand Javier Milei to impose the harshest shock therapy in Argentina's history. Mosquera mobilizes the conceptual legacies of Gramsci, Trotsky, Otto Bauer and Angelo Tasca to identify the function of the region's highly successful new rights.
(2025-12-26). Preschool teacher jailed for abusing eight children in Liaoning. ecns.cn A former preschool teacher in Panjin, Liaoning province, was sentenced to two years in prison on Thursday and permanently banned from working with minors after being convicted of abusing children.
(2025-12-26). Iran in the past week: Key developments at home and abroad. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 26 (MNA) — Here is a concise weekly digest of the most significant political, economic, cultural, and social developments in Iran, published every Friday by Mehr News Agency.
(2025-12-26). Malaysia Court Convicts Ex-PM Najib in Landmark 1MDB Abuse of Power Case. moderndiplomacy.eu A Malaysian court has found former Prime Minister Najib Razak guilty of abuse of power in the largest trial linked to the multibillion-dollar 1MDB corruption scandal. Najib, who co-founded the state investment fund in 2009, has already been jailed since 2022 after a separate corruption conviction related to the same fund. Investigators in Malaysia and …
(2025-12-26). Australian state passes tougher gun laws. ecns.cn Australia's most populous state passed sweeping new gun and anti-terror rules on Wednesday following the mass shooting at Sydney's Bondi Beach, tightening firearm ownership, banning public display of terror symbols and strengthening police power to curb protests.
(2025-12-26). Joint international operations seize 952 suspects, demolish 494 scam-related buildings in Myanmar. ecns.cn China, Myanmar and Thailand have jointly launched a new round of crackdown on cross-border gambling and telecom fraud, repatriating 952 Chinese nationals suspected of telecom fraud back to China and demolishing 494 buildings linked to gambling and scam crimes in Myanmar's KK Park, authorities said.
(2025-12-26). Vande Mataram: BJP, Muslim League on Same Page. ummid.com When Jinnah had raised the issue in the 1930s, Nehru had stated in a forthright manner that the issue is being raised by communal elements. Same thing is happening now.
(2025-12-26). Zelenskiy Signals Pre—New Year Breakthrough in U.S.-Led Ukraine Peace Talks. moderndiplomacy.eu Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has said that key decisions on ending the war with Russia could be made before the New Year, as Kyiv prepares for a high-level meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump. The comments follow renewed diplomatic engagement between Ukrainian and U.S. negotiators, including talks with Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff and senior …
(2025-12-26). 'Not acceptable': EU slams U.S. travel bans on Europeans over tech regulations. ecns.cn The European Union (EU), French, German and British senior officials on Wednesday strongly condemned a U.S. decision to impose travel restrictions on five European individuals, including former European Commissioner Thierry Breton.
(2025-12-26). Delhi Fog: 13 dead as 7 buses, 3 cars collide on Yamuna Expressway. ummid.com In a tragic incident Tuesday Dec 16, as many as 13 people have been killed in multiple collisions – involving 7 buses and 3 cars, on Yamuna Expressway (Delhi-Agra Highway).
(2025-12-26). China sets world record in maglev technology by reaching 700 km/h in 2 seconds. ecns.cn "By promoting deeper integration between industry, academia, research and application, we aim to support independent innovation in national defense science and technology.""ÄÄ"ÄÄThe vehicle reaches the end of the test track.
(2025-12-26). The Case for a UN Secretary-General Who Champions Mediation. moderndiplomacy.eu UN member states in New York kicked off the process for nominations for candidates for the new Secretary-General on 25 November. A defining news story for international relations throughout 2026 now unfolds, foretelling who will be the individual (will it finally be the first woman) to take a five-year term (2027-2031) at the helm of …
(2025-12-26). Exploring vivid sports competition throughout 2025. ecns.cn Photo taken on Nov. 9, 2025 shows the opening ceremony of the 15th National Games held at the Guangdong Olympic Sports Center.
(2025-12-26). China ascends global higher education ranking. ecns.cn A newly released global study quality index reveals that while the United States continues to lead globally in higher education, China is rapidly narrowing the gap, especially beyond the top tier of elite institutions.
(2025-12-26). Discovered: Exoplanet with two tails. ummid.com In a first, a team of researchers in Canada and Switzerland has discovered an exoplanet, which has not one, but two tails.
(2025-12-26). TN SIR: 97.28 names removed, Chennai reports biggest deletion. ummid.com The Tamil Nadu State Election Commission Friday December 19, 2025 released the draft voters list after the completion of the Enumeration Phase of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR).
(2025-12-26). WHYY Newscast for Thursday 7:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2025-12-26). "Anti-Indian sentiment being pushed by different factors" : Journalist Daniel Bordman on two Indian students killed in Canada. devdiscourse.com Canadian journalist Daniel Bordman on Friday highlighted concerns over a growing culture of anti-Indian sentiment in the country following the deaths of two Indian students in Canada within a span of one week. Speaking to ANI on the murders, Broadman criticised the handling of such cases by local authorities, expressing scepticism about the police investigation and accusing Canadian law enforcement of incompetence in serious crimes while being overly aggressive in other matters.
(2025-12-26). PM Modi's Foreign Visits: The Deeper Story. ummid.com PM Modi's travels have become a permanent feature of India's political theatre. Yet, to dismiss them as spectacle alone would be to miss the deeper story unfolding beneath the surface.
(2025-12-26). Jamiat hails passing of Karnataka Hate Speech Bill. ummid.com Jamiat Ulema i Hind, one of the largest representative bodies of Indian Muslims, has hailed the passing of Karnataka Hate Speech Bill.
(2025-12-26). Gabriele Pedullà : Timpanaro's Materials. newleftreview.org Gabriele Pedullà on Tom Geue, Major Corrections. Intellectual biography of Sebastiano Timpanaro, who brought the tools of philology to bear in a keen-sighted historical materialism.
(2025-12-26). NASA explorer solves Black Hole jets mystery. ummid.com A team of NASA astronomers using its IXPE (Imaging X-ray Polarimetry Explorer) has identified the origin of X-rays in a supermassive black hole's jet, answering a question that has been unresolved since the earliest days of X-ray astronomy.
(2025-12-26). Telangana: Applications open for Overseas Scholarships for Minorities. ummid.com The Department of Minorities Welfare in Telangana has invited application from the eligible candidates for Chief Minister's Overseas Scholarship Scheme for students from the minority communities.
(2025-12-26). Mirwaiz Umar Farooq placed under house arrest, stopped from Friday prayers. devdiscourse.com Kashmir's chief cleric and Hurriyat Conference chairman Mirwaiz Umar Farooq was placed under house arrest, stopping him from offering congregational prayers at the Jamia Masjid here on Friday, his office said.
(2025-12-26). Nan Z. Da: Literary Criticism in the Age of AI. newleftreview.org Critical analyses of AI usually adopt a stance of defensive humanism. Instead, Nan Da interrogates its mode of reasoning. How do LLMs make the step from data to inference—and what does it mean when they can no longer differentiate the two? Lessons from Emily Dickinson on linguistic interpretation's necessary freedoms—and responsibilities.
(2025-12-26). Project Khushi: Because behind every Khaki is a Human who deserves care. ummid.com Built around simple, healthy lifestyle changes, Project Khushi is a three-month structured evidence-based health and wellness initiative designed especially for Bengaluru City Police Personnel.
(2025-12-26). Trump's Plan to Reshape The World. ummid.com C5 (Core Five) and Pax Silica – US President Donald Trump is looking to present a new global alliance.
(2025-12-26). CJI Surya Kant pitches for 'multi-door courthouse' for comprehensive dispute resolution. devdiscourse.com Chief Justice of India Surya Kant said on Friday that he envisions a transition towards a multi-door courthouse where the court is a comprehensive centre for dispute resolution and not merely a place for trial.
(2025-12-26). PAC sub-inspector, constable arrested in Meerut for embezzlement of government funds. devdiscourse.com Police in Uttar Pradesh's Meerut district have arrested two PAC personnel, including a sub-inspector, in connection with alleged embezzlement of government funds amounting to over Rs 10 lakh, officials said on Friday.
(2025-12-26). Why Myanmar's Military Is Pushing Ahead With Elections Amid War. moderndiplomacy.eu Myanmar's ruling junta is proceeding with a general election despite an ongoing civil war, widespread displacement, and the exclusion of major political actors raising questions about the true purpose of the vote. From Coup to Controlled Polls Myanmar's military seized power in February 2021, overthrowing the elected government of Aung San Suu Kyi just months …
(2025-12-26). Meet Ousmane Dembele FIFA Player of Year 2025. ummid.com Ousmane Dembele, France Forward and Paris St-Germain (PSG), has won the Men's Player of the Year 2025 at the Fifa Best Awards.
(2025-12-26). Israeli artillery strikes southern Syria near Quneitra. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 26 (MNA) — Syrian media sources report that Israeli forces carried out artillery strikes in southern Syria, targeting areas near Quneitra.
(2025-12-26). Disciples pay musical tribute to classical vocalist Savita Devi on 6th death anniversary. devdiscourse.com Disciples, enthusiasts of Indian classical music, and members of the Smt. Siddheshwari Devi Academy of Indian Music came together here to pay a musical tribute to Thumri exponent Savita Devi on her 6th death anniversary. Known as the "Queen of Thumri", Devi was remembered at a commemorative evening held recently at Triveni Auditorium for her "immense contribution to Indian classical music and her lifelong dedication to preserving the rich traditions of the Banaras Gharana".
(2025-12-26). How the EU's Identity Struggle Affects the South Caucasus. moderndiplomacy.eu Debates about the European Union's (EU) role in global politics and its status as an international actor are as frequent as ever before. This is partially a consequence of the EU's self-proclaimed goal of becoming its own centre of power in international relations. For much of the current century, the EU has attempted to formulate …
(2025-12-26). Leadership highlights Party conduct. ecns.cn Discipline inspection and supervision bodies are urged to advance full and rigorous Party self-governance with higher standards and more effective measures, to provide a strong guarantee for economic and social development during the 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-30) period, according to a key Communist Party of China leadership meeting on Thursday.
(2025-12-26). China's deep-sea manned submersibles have made over 1700 dives to date. ecns.cn China's three deep-sea manned submersibles have completed 1,746 dives to date, the Institute of Deep-sea Science and Engineering under the Chinese Academy of Sciences said on Wednesday.
(2025-12-26). Exploring stunning winter scenery in Altay. ecns.cn Photo released on Dec. 24, 2025 shows the winter scenery of Altay in northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region.
(2025-12-26). TOP IA STORY OF 2025: EXCLUSIVE! GC Mayor makes millions selling Bowls Club to Chinese developers. independentaustralia.net 
(2025-12-26). Resist NSW Premier Minn's attack on the right to protest. greenleft.org.au Resist NSW Premier Minn's attack on the right to protest | Fred Fuentes |
(2025-12-26). GST exemption boosts health insurance coverage, average sum insured jumps 31%: Report. devdiscourse.com The government's decision to exempt Goods and Services Tax (GST) on health insurance from 18 per cent to nil has led to a sharp rise in health cover sizes, with the average sum insured increasing by 31 per cent, according to a report by Policybazaar. The report said that after the removal of GST, the average health insurance cover increased from Rs 14.5 lakh in the pre-GST period to Rs 19 lakh in…
(2025-12-26). The iconic qipao celebrates its distinct fashion culture. ecns.cn Two of the qipao (cheongsam) exhibits featured in Glamour and Modernity Beyond Shanghai.[Photo provided by Gao Erqiang/China Daily] A cream-colored Austin 10 Saloon car stands at the entrance, greeting visitors with the glamour of 1930s Shanghai.
(2025-12-26). Saatvik Green Energy bags additional solar pumps order from Maharashtra state utility. devdiscourse.com Saatvik Green Energy on Friday said it has secured an additional order worth Rs 16.74 crore from Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company for setting up off-grid solar water pumps in Maharashtra.
(2025-12-26). Over 25L registered for (CBSE) CTET 2026. ummid.com Over 25 lakh candidates from across India have registered for the Central Teaching Eligibility Test 2026 (CTET 2026), the CBSE said.
(2025-12-26). US launches 'deadly' strike against ISIS terrorists in Nigeria for slaughtering Christians, says Trump. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: US President Donald Trump said on Thursday that American forces had carried out multiple deadly airstrikes against ISIS fighters in Nigeria, accusing the group of attacking and killing Christians in the region. | Posting on Truth Social, Trump said the strikes were launched on his orders and targeted ISIS militants operating in northwest Nigeria. He claimed the group had been "brutally killing innocent Christians" and that the violence had reached extreme levels. Trump said he had earlier warned the terrorists to stop the attacks, adding that they now faced serious consequences. | According to Tru…
(2025-12-26). Zelensky would lose an election to his former top general. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 26 (MNA) — Ukrainian leader Vladimir Zelensky would overwhelmingly lose in a run-off presidential election to his former top commander, Valery Zaluzhny, according to a Socis poll published on Wednesday.
(2025-12-26). Guatemalan journalist found dead after family reported death threats. CPJ Staff
(2025-12-26). CPJ, partners call for probe into attacks on Bangladesh news outlets. CPJ Staff
(2025-12-26). The Public Interest Litigation Hoax in India: its Adverse Impact on the Poor. pilwatchgroup.blogspot.com
(2025-12-26). Journalist John Kabamba missing after interviewing rebel in eastern DRC. instagram.com
(2025-12-26). 2 Peruvian journalists targeted by gunfire within a week. CPJ Staff
(2025-12-26). Florida authorities drop charges against photojournalist following joint statement by CPJ, partners. CPJ Staff
(2025-12-26). Jordanian journalist arrested on arrival, denied lawyer and family visits. CPJ Staff
(2025-12-26). CPJ calls on FCC commission to recommit to independence. CPJ Staff
(2025-12-26). Cuba adopta decisión gubernamental para la conservación de sus arrecifes coralinos. cubadebate.cu El Gobierno de Cuba ha adoptado recientemente una decisión trascendental para la conservación de los arrecifes coralinos del archipiélago, un ecosistema esencial por los bienes y servicios que provee.
(2025-12-26). Podcast Las 3 del día:Resumen informativo de Cubadebate en las últimas horas. cubadebate.cu Bienvenidos a un nuevo episodio del Podcast Las 3 del día.
| Soy Iliana Ortega Chávez y hoy les traigo las noticias más relevantes publicadas en el sitio web Cubadebate.
(2025-12-26). Cachorros en plena pelea por el cupo directo a la Liga Élite. cubadebate.cu Los Cachorros holguineros derrotaron este jueves 5-1 a los Tigres de Ciego de àÅvila, llegaron a 46 victorias en la 64 Serie Nacional de Béisbol y continuaron su pugna por el segundo lugar de la fase clasificatoria.
(2025-12-26). Podcast Las 3 del día:Resumen informativo de Cubadebate en las últimas horas. cubadebate.cu Bienvenidos a un nuevo episodio del Podcast Las 3 del día.
| Soy Iliana Ortega Chávez y hoy les traigo las noticias más relevantes publicadas en el sitio web Cubadebate.
(2025-12-26). Cuba adopta decisión gubernamental para la conservación de sus arrecifes coralinos. cubadebate.cu El Gobierno de Cuba ha adoptado recientemente una decisión trascendental para la conservación de los arrecifes coralinos del archipiélago, un ecosistema esencial por los bienes y servicios que provee.
(2025-12-25). Tuesday 12/30: Power Half Hour for Gaza. indybay.org Zoom | http: //jvp.org/gazaph…
(2025-12-25). Israel blocks entry of eye drops for blind people in Gaza. electronicintifada.net Despite the October ceasefire, thousands could develop conditions affecting their vision.
(2025-12-25). Livestream: expanding "yellow line" of death. electronicintifada.net Maha Hussaini says "every day felt like my last" as she documented atrocities in Gaza. UK arrests people for saying "Globalize the Intifada" and a resistance commander is assassinated.
(2025-12-25). From Bethlehem Lights to Gaza Shadows: A Divided Holy Land Christmas. thinktank.pk On December 25, 2025, as Christians worldwide celebrate the birth of Jesus with joy and light, Gaza's small remaining Christian community marks a profoundly somber holiday. The constant hum of drones and echoes of explosions drown out any sense of peace, turning what should be a season of hope into another day overshadowed by fear …
(2025-12-25). Italy Meloni Gov Attacks Dockers Unions For Action On Palestine. indybay.org The Italian Meloni government is retaliating against the USB union for taking action against the genocide in Gaza…
(2025-12-25). Wednesday 12/24: Power Half Hour for Gaza. indybay.org Zoom | http: //jvp.org/gazaph…
(2025-12-25). In first Christmas sermon, Pope Leo decries conditions for Palestinians in Gaza. al-monitor.com By Joshua McElweeVATICAN CITY, Dec 25 (Reuters) – Pope Leo decried conditions for Palestinians in Gaza in his Christmas sermon on Thursday, in an unusually direct appeal during what is normally a solemn, spiritual service on the day Christians across the globe celebrate the birth of Jesus.Leo, the first U.S. pope, said the story of Jesus being born in a stable showed that God had "pitched his fragile tent" among the people of the world. "How, then, can we not think of the tents in Gaza, exposed for weeks to rain, wind and cold?" he asked.
(2025-12-25). One excavator, 10,000 bodies, a sea of rubble: inside Gaza's effort to retrieve and bury its dead. mondoweiss.net 
Under the relative calm of a ceasefire, Civil Defense crews in Gaza are undertaking the monumental feat of recovering thousands of bodies still trapped under the rubble.
(2025-12-25). Reuniting With Family in Gaza During the Break Between Bombings. theintercept.com 
Many displaced Palestinians struggle to maintain their daily lives under harsh conditions amid the rubble left by Israeli attacks in Gaza City on Dec. 22, 2025. Photo: Khames Alrefi/Anadolu via Getty Images | From the very beginning of the genocide, I barely left my room. Three waves of
(2025-12-25). Pope Leo condemns Gaza conditions in unusually direct Christmas sermon. tribune.com.pk 
Pope Leo decried conditions for Palestinians in Gaza in his Christmas sermon on Thursday, in an unusually direct appeal during what is normally a solemn, spiritual service on the day Christians across the globe celebrate the birth of Jesus. | Leo, the first US pope, said the story of Jesus being born in a stable showed that God had "pitched his fragile tent" among the people of the world. | Leo, celebrating his first Christmas after being elected in May by the world's cardinals to succeed the late Pope Francis, has a quieter, more diplomatic style than his predecessor and usually refrains from making political…
(2025-12-25). Gaza sees more Israeli violence despite 'settlements' retraction. newarab.com 
Israeli Defence Minister Following pressure from the United States, Katz retracted the statement, saying that Israel had no intention to establish settlements in Gaza. | But for Palestinians, his backtracking only reinforced the belief that Israel deliberately maintains instability, treating ceasefires…
(2025-12-25). Israel accuses Hamas of violating Gaza truce, says it will respond. al-monitor.com Dec 24 (Reuters) – Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu accused Hamas on Wednesday of violating the Gaza ceasefire agreement after a military officer was wounded by an explosive device in Rafah and Israel vowed retaliation.His office said in a statement that Hamas must fully uphold the October agreement, noting that it envisaged the militant group being removed from power in Gaza as well as demilitarisation and deradicalisation of the territory."Israel will respond accordingly," the statement added.
(2025-12-25). First Christmas in Gaza in two years: A story of hope and survival. aljazeera.com Christians in Gaza celebrate Christmas after two years of Israel's war and enduring pain, displacement and destruction.
(2025-12-25). In first Christmas sermon, Pope decries conditions for Palestinians in Gaza. newarab.com 
(2025-12-25). Health system nears 'complete paralysis' in Gaza. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 25 (MNA) — Gaza officials have warned of an impending humanitarian and medical catastrophe in the territory as the Israeli occupying regime is using medince as a weapon of war.
(2025-12-25). Netanyahu coalition pushes contentious Oct. 7 attack probe, families call for justice. al-monitor.com By Maayan LubellJERUSALEM, Dec 24 (Reuters) – Israel's parliament gave the initial go-ahead on Wednesday for a government-empowered inquiry into the surprise October 7, 2023 attack by Hamas on southern Israel rather than the expected independent investigation demanded by families of the victims.Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has resisted calls to establish a state commission to investigate Israel's failures in the run-up to its deadliest day and has taken no responsibility for the attack that sparked the two-year Gaza war.
(2025-12-25). Venezuela frees dozens detained during protests against Maduro. aljazeera.com Families celebrate Christmas releases while calling for full freedom of detainees.
(2025-12-25). US will focus on exerting economic pressure on Venezuela: Report. aljazeera.com A US official told Reuters that Washington will focus on targeting Venezuela oil in lieu of 'military options'.
(2025-12-25). Who's The Real Outlaw At Sea? popularresistance.org The United States has now intercepted multiple Venezuelan oil tankers as part of its escalating aggression against Venezuela, while also destroying dozens of small boats in the Caribbean and Pacific under the banner of "drug enforcement," killing over 100 people whose identities the U.S. has obscured. At the same time, the Trump administration has threatened a naval blockade of Venezuela—a sovereign country with which the United States is not at war. | How can Washington claim the right to seize or blow up vessels, disrupt maritime trade, and kill civilian boaters—while bombing Yemen and condemning it…
(2025-12-25). James Bradley: Domino Theory and media lies for imperialist wars, from Vietnam to Venezuela. strategic-culture.su Best-selling American author James Bradley talks about his latest book, Precious Freedom. | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | Jame…
(2025-12-25). When sanctions fail, power turns to seizure: The unraveling of the western coercive order. scheerpost.com By Peiman Salehi for the Cradle The recent escalation in US—Venezuela tensions is often framed narrowly in tactical terms: the seizure of a Venezuelan oil tanker, new sanctions targeting Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro's inner circle, and a publicized diplomatic exchange with Moscow. Individually, these developments appear episodic. Together, they signal the decay of a coercive model that no longer delivers, …
(2025-12-25). Venezuela celebrates Christmas in unity and resistance against U.S. aggression. radiohc.cu The President of Venezuela, Nicolás Maduro, led a Christmas dinner for peace and happiness in the San Agustín parish of Caracas, the Venezuelan capital. During the gathering, the national leader highlighted Venezuela's strength in the face of pressure from the United States, asserting that imperialism cannot overcome the country's determination. | "We are in Marín Square in San Agustín del Sur, the epicenter where the Marín rhythm, the music, and the culture of the homeland were born," Maduro stated. "We came to share the first Hallacazo with the community and "I wish you a Merry Christmas, exercising the most be…
(2025-12-25). Yalla, Yalla, Abya Yala: The history and future of Latin America's engagement on Palestine. mondoweiss.net 
The people of the world, especially those in the Global South, must move beyond symbolic support to take concrete actions, such as grassroots organizing, BDS, and South—South solidarity, to end Israel's settler-colonial project.
(2025-12-25). 34 arrested, including 15 foreigners, in Karachi cyber fraud crackdown. tribune.com.pk 
The National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency Karachi Unit has dismantled an organised international online fraud network in an intelligence-based operation, arresting 34 suspects including 15 foreign nationals and 19 Pakistanis. | Sindh Interior Minister Zia-ul-Hassan Lanjar, accompanied by NCCIA Sindh chief Tariq Nawaz, disclosed the details during a press conference at the Salim Wahidi Auditorium, Clifton License Branch. He said the arrests were made during raids conducted in DHA Phase I and Phase VI. Among the foreigners apprehended were 12 men and three women. | The minister said the group was operating f…
(2025-12-25). Pakistan, ADB sign $730m deals for power transmission, SOE reforms. tribune.com.pk 
The government and the Asian Development Bank have signed agreements for two major projects worth a combined $730 million to support Pakistan's energy infrastructure and institutional reforms. | According to the Economic Affairs Division, the agreements include the Second Power Transmission Strengthening Project valued at $330 million and the Accelerating State-Owned Enterprise (SOE) Transformation Programme worth $400 million. | The power transmission project aims to enable the reliable evacuation of 2,300 megawatts of electricity from upcoming hydropower projects. It is also expected to ease overloading on e…
(2025-12-25). When did Israeli settler attacks become official Netanyahu government policy in the West Bank? haaretz.com The events of recent days underscore how Israel exploits settler terrorism, which has long ceased to be 'isolated clashes,' to establish facts on the ground while benefiting from global indifference. When armed settlers enjoy immunity, the message to Palestinians is clear: no one will protect you…
(2025-12-25). Pope Leo asks for 24 hours of peace worldwide at Christmas. independent.co.ug 
Vatican | VATICAN NEWS | "I once again make this appeal to all people of good will: that, at least on the feast of the birth of the Saviour, one day of peace may be respected," said Pope Leo XIV on Tuesday, 23 December, from Castel Gandolfo. This as he launched an appeal in view of the …
(2025-12-25). China accuses U.S. of interfering in China-India relations. moderndiplomacy.eu China on Thursday accused the United States of misrepresenting its defence policy in an attempt to interfere with improving relations between China and India. The comments came after the Pentagon suggested Beijing could be seeking to use reduced border tensions with India to prevent closer ties between Washington and New Delhi. Responding at a regular …
(2025-12-25). Corrupt Corporate City Officials Privatizing GG Botanical Gardens For Disney Aesthetic. indybay.org The corrupt CEO of Golden Gate Park Stephanie Linder without public comment or debate has wrecked the Botanical gardens for a Disney style light show for people who can pay $28 to $48 a ticket. They have blighted the park for more privatization and their commercialization of Golden Gate Park shutting off more and more of the park for months for concerts that cost hundreds of dollars for tickets. | Billionaire SF Mayor Daniel Lurie has also given away Kezar stadium to his cronies and financial supporters as the park is sold off to the highest bidder.
(2025-12-25). 6th Region of our African Union requests consideration for an official holiday, Kwanzaa. indybay.org Our "California Grown" Pan African Global Holiday prepares for our 60th Year Anniversary beginning from the aftermath of 1965 Watts Rebellion Los Angeles – it is time for official recognition by the African Union reconnecting 1.6+ billion people of Pan African Descent, Globally.
(2025-12-25). Jet carrying Libyan army chief crashes after departing Ankara. al-monitor.com The jet lost contact after departing Ankara, with Turkish authorities launching search and rescue efforts.
(2025-12-25). Recent radioactive water leak incident once again expose deficiency in Japan's nuclear facilities: Chinese FM. ecns.cn The latest radioactive water leak incident once again exposed serious deficiencies in the operation, maintenance and safety supervision of Japan's nuclear facilities, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said at a regular press conference on Wednesday.
(2025-12-25). Bangladesh leader considered top PM candidate returns from exile ahead of polls. geo.tv 
Supporters of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party gather to join a grand rally to welcome BNP acting chairman Tarique Rahman after his return from London, in Dhaka, Bangladesh, December 25, 2025. — Reuters Rahman's return energises BNP supporters for February elections.Rahman…
(2025-12-25). Rogozhnik outlines cooperation prospects with Russia's Vladimir Oblast. eng.belta.by "We have identified significant projects for further progress, and not just in construction," the ambassador added.
(2025-12-25). New Development Bank Successfully Issued RMB 3 Billion 3-Year Panda Bond. infobrics.org The New Development Bank (NDB) successfully issued a three-year RMB 3 billion Panda bond in the China Interbank Bond Market priced at a coupon rate of 1.88%…
(2025-12-25). Pakistan regains global spotlight in 2025: US magazine. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan re-emerged as a centre of global strategic attention in 2025 after several years, according to an analysis published by the US-based foreign policy magazine The Diplomat. | The magazine described 2025 as a year of strategic repositioning for Pakistan, marked by assertive security signaling, renewed regional engagement and cautious economic reforms. | According to The Diplomat, Pakistan's military leadership played a central role in reshaping the country's international image. | It highlighted clear messaging by the top military command on countering extremism. | The publication said this stance streng…
(2025-12-25). Living in our bodies: Jesus shares our embodiment. anabaptistworld.org Christmas is a time of celebrating a great mystery and wonderful sacrament of God choosing incarnation. Jesus was embodied. So are we.
(2025-12-25). Diallo and Mahrez strike at AFCON as Ivory Coast, Algeria win. newarab.com 
Amad Diallo and Manchester United winger Diallo struck early in the second half with a close-range shot to give the Ivorians a hard-earned 1-0 Group F victory over Mozambique in wet Marrakesh. | Earlier, Algeria cruised to a 3-0 G…
(2025-12-25). Saturday 1/10: Trump Regime Takedown (every Saturday). indybay.org corner of Van Ness and O'Farrell St, San Francisco…
(2025-12-25). European Russophobia and Europe's rejection of peace: A two-century failure. strategic-culture.su By Jeffrey D. SACHS | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | Europe has repeatedly rejected peace with Russia at moments when a negotiated…
(2025-12-25). Catholics observe the Nativity of Christ. eng.belta.by On 25 December, Catholics celebrate one of the most important Christian holidays — the Nativity of Christ. It commemorates the birth of the Son of God, Jesus Christ, to the Virgin Mary.
(2025-12-25). North Korea unveils first nuclear submarine. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 25 (MNA) — North Korea released photographs Thursday showing what appears to be a largely completed nuclear-powered submarine hull, as leader Kim Jong-un blasted South Korea's push to acquire similar technology.
(2025-12-25). Xi delivers instructions on work of central SOEs. ecns.cn President Xi Jinping recently delivered important instructions on the work of the state-owned enterprises (SOEs) directly administered by the central government, noting that since the 18th National Congress of the Communist Party of China (CPC), central SOEs have earnestly implemented the decisions and arrangements of the CPC Central Committee, actively served national strategies, and played a pivotal and backbone role in the development of the national economy.
(2025-12-25). Friday 12/26: Virtual Action Hour for Palestine. indybay.org Zoom | afsc.org/events/action-hour-palestine…
(2025-12-25). China/United States, Latin America and the Caribbean: The people have the floor. unitedworldint.com Main points of the recently published third Document on China's Policy towards Latin America and the Caribbean By Sergio Rodríguez Gelfenstein ≠As if by the whims of life and unplanned adjustments of history, at the very moment that Trump was threatening Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) and Marco Rubio was making clear his conviction …
(2025-12-25). Former Afghan Takhar police chief killed in Tehran. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 25 (MNA) — Akramuddin Saree, a security official from the former Afghan government, lost his life in an armed attack in Tehran, and the Iranian police confirmed the assassination.
(2025-12-25). VP attends joint meetings of Nuclear Medicine Associations. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 25 (MNA) — A joint meeting of the country's nuclear medicine, radio-oncology, hematology, and oncology associations kicked off at Shohaday-e Tajrish Hospital on Thursday with the participation of Vice President Mohammad Eslami.
(2025-12-25). Project weaves global map of silk's grand history. ecns.cn If silk could talk, it would probably complain about jet lag. After all, Chinese silk has spent the last two millennia circling the globe — wrapped around emperors, merchants, monks and museum storage shelves from Stockholm to New York.
(2025-12-25). Infant among Palestinians wounded in attacks by Israeli settlers, soldiers. aljazeera.com Eight-month-old among multiple Palestinians wounded in attacks across the occupied West Bank.
(2025-12-25). Australia opts for all-pace attack. tribune.com.pk 
Australia will take an all-pace attack into the fourth Ashes Test, skipper Steve Smith said Thursday, while Josh Inglis was dropped with selectors preferring Usman Khawaja. | The hosts head into the Boxing Day Test with an unassailable 3-0 lead over England, but are without pace spearhead Pat Cummins and veteran spinner Nathan Lyon. | Cummins is being managed after his return in the third Adelaide Test after a lengthy lay off with a lower back injury and will play no further part in the Ashes. | Lyon had surgery this week for a torn hamstring and faces a long recovery. | Todd Murphy was called up as cover for…
(2025-12-25). SIMs must be registered in user's own name, PTA cautions. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan's telecom regulator has reiterated that all mobile SIM cards must be registered in the name of the person using them, warning that the use of SIMs registered to others violates regulations and could lead to action. | In a statement on Thursday, the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) advised telecom users to ensure responsible use of their SIMs and clarified that the registered subscriber would be held fully accountable for any misuse. | "Any SIM registered in the name of another individual and used by someone else is considered a violation of rules," the authority said, adding that responsibil…
(2025-12-25). Pentagon and Lockheed Martin throw blame around as F-35 fails its 8th audit. infobrics.org GAO and other auditors have repeatedly warned about the F-35's numerous shortcomings, but to no avail. Although the US military doesn't like it (mildly speaking), the Military Industrial Complex (MIC) and the so-called "intelligence community" have a vested interest in the JSF program (for the profits and spying, respectively). As evidenced by India's continued refusal, no sovereign and self-respecting nation would ever acquire the F-35, leaving the US, its vassals and satellite states as primary clients.
(2025-12-25). Iran: Narges Mohammadi, several other human rights defenders arbitrarily arrested in massive crackdown. fidh.org More than 50 people were arrested, including five women human rights defenders, while they were taking part in a memorial ceremony honouring a recently deceased fellow human rights defender. The Observatory (FIDH-OMCT) and the League for the Defence of Human Rights in Iran (LDDHI) strongly condemn these new arrests and call on the Iranian authorities to immediately and unconditionally release all those arbitrarily detained, including human rights defenders.
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(2025-12-25). Trump's Immigration Nightmare: It Is Happening Here (Long). portside.org Trump's Immigration Nightmare: It Is Happening Here (Long) |
(2025-12-25). Last Christians gather in ruins of Turkey's quake-hit Antakya. newarab.com 
(2025-12-25). Africa's tech deals are happening at festivals. independent.co.ug 
From Lagos and Nairobi to Cape Town and Marrakech, founders, investors, and corporates are using tech festivals to close funding, partnerships, and market-entry deals, according to ecosystem data and industry analysts. SPECIAL REPORT | BIRD AGENCY | Africa's tech startup ecosystem is increasingly being organised around large, high-visibility festivals. From Lagos to Cape Town, Nairobi, …
(2025-12-25). Putin ties 2026 'unity' decree & AI jobs overhaul to war‚Äëtime economy | Ukraine. hindustantimes.com Vladimir Putin has used a new year‚Äëend speech to cast 2026 as a turning point for Russia's internal "unity" and economic modernisation, tying a patriotic decree to sweeping warnings about the disruptive power of artificial intelligence on jobs and education. He paired boasts about record‚Äëhigh employment with a call to completely overhaul how Russia trains and retrains its workforce, explicitly linking "technological restructuring" and AI to the future of the war‚Äëtime economy and returning veterans. Watch for details…
(2025-12-25). Iran opens 2nd largest oil processing unit in West Karun area. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 25 (MNA) — At the order of Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, the country's largest oil processing (Central Treatment and Export Plant (CTEP) unit was inaugurated in West Karun in Ahvaz on Thursday via videoconference.
(2025-12-25). Belarusian delegation monitoring parliamentary elections in Myanmar. eng.belta.by The delegation comprises Deputy Chairman of the Central Election Commission Aleksei Bashan, member of the House of Representatives Aleksandr Shpakovsky, and member of the Council of the Republic Sergei Meleshkin.
(2025-12-25). EC Receives Presidential Ballot Papers Ahead of 2026 Elections. plusnews.ug 
The Electoral Commission has received presidential ballot papers ahead of the forthcoming general elections, in which eight candidates are competing for the topmost political position in the country. Speaking to journalists on Wednesday night at Entebbe International Airport, the Chairperson of the Electoral Commission, Justice Simon Byabakama, confirmed that the consignment consists of 193 pallets …
(2025-12-25). Trump takes Christmas Eve shot at 'radical left scum'. newarab.com 
US From his Mar-a-Lago estate in Florida, the Republican spent the day before Christmas spreading some yuletide cheer. He participated in NORAD Santa tracker calls and sent Christmas greetings to American troops worldwide. | Trump did not share that same bonhomie with rival Democrats. | "Merry Christmas to all, including the Radical Left Scum that is d…
(2025-12-25). Banat al-Quds: Voices of Palestinian women rising through siege. newarab.com 
Banat al-Quds, also known as the Daughters of Jerusalem, is more than just a choir and Arabic music ensemble — they are a living testament to Palestinian resilience in the face of Founded in 2013 as the first all-female group from the
(2025-12-25). Incarcerated Californians Express Cautious Optimism About New Clemency Proposal. truthout.org Tien Mo is still awaiting a response to her 2017 clemency application. As previously reported in Truthout, at age 20, she was sentenced to life without parole in her classmate's death. As the years pass, the 44-year-old's hopes dwindle. Now, a proposed statute gives her renewed optimism. Clemency typically takes two forms — a pardon, which removes the consequences of a criminal conviction… |
(2025-12-25). Korea's Kim visits nuclear subs as Putin hails 'invincible' bond. tribune.com.pk 
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un visited a nuclear submarine factory and received a message from Russia's Vladimir Putin hailing the countries' "invincible friendship", Pyongyang's state media said Thursday. | North Korea and Russia have drawn closer since Moscow launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine nearly four years ago, and Pyongyang has sent troops to fight for Russia. | In return, Russia is sending North Korea financial aid, military technology and food and energy supplies, analysts say. | The "heroic" efforts of North Korean soldiers in Russia's Kursk region "clearly proved the invincible friendship…
(2025-12-25). Homegrown radiopharmaceuticals able to treat 30 cancer types. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 25 (MNA) — Stating that Iran nuclear therapeutics are among the best in the world, the head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) emphasized that one or two homegrown radiopharmaceuticals are cable of treating 30 cancer types.
(2025-12-25). Saturday 12/20: ICE out of Home Depot – Oakland Protest. indybay.org 1001 Fruitvale Ave, Oakland…
(2025-12-25). Indian priest conducts Christmas service at Catholic parish in Brest Oblast. eng.belta.by Harald Jude Menezes, born into a Catholic family in Central India, dreamed of becoming a priest from childhood.
(2025-12-25). Agreement boosts ocean governance. ecns.cn Officials and experts said that China, as one of the first signatories and contracting states to the Agreement under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea on the Conservation and Sustainable Use of Marine Biological Diversity of Areas beyond National Jurisdiction, has demonstrated its responsibility as a major country supporting multilateralism and contributing to global ocean governance.
(2025-12-25). Can Nawaz steer country out of political impasse? tribune.com.pk 
As political tensions continue to simmer, there is once again talk of a grand dialogue among all the stakeholders. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday reiterated the government's call for talks but the jailed Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader rebuffed his latest outreach. | Despite the seeming stalemate, there are people in both the camps who want to see a reconciliation or at least opening of a channel of communication between the two sides, something that may bring down soaring political temperature. | Some politicians within the ruling Pakistan Muslim League (PML-N) and among the opposition ranks h…
(2025-12-25). Understanding Western praxis: review of Killing Democracy. strategic-culture.su A recent book offers valuable lessons on Western crimes and their global impacts. | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | We are living i…
(2025-12-25). Bangladesh opposition leader Tarique Rahman returns after 17 years. aljazeera.com Tarique Rahman, leader of Bangladesh's opposition, has returned after 17 years in self-imposed exile in London.
(2025-12-25). Syrian Central Bank Announces New Currency, Swap to Begin in 2026. moderndiplomacy.eu NEWS BRIEF Syria will begin a currency swap on January 1, 2026, replacing old banknotes with new ones in an effort to restore confidence in a pound that has been devastated by 14 years of war, hyperinflation, and political upheaval. The move will remove two zeros from the currency, a symbolic and practical attempt to …
(2025-12-25). Reactionary imagery and MAGA's far-right aesthetics. cpusa.org 
On a recent architecture tour of Chicago, I learned that Adrian Smith, the architect of the The Burj Khalifa, the tallest building in the world, rises so high that…
(2025-12-25). IFRC—ICRC Joint Statement: Upholding and universalizing the Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention. icrc.org Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention 22nd Meeting of States Parties, 1-5th December 2025 – Agenda Item 9.f.: Universalizing the Convention…
(2025-12-25). EU slams US travel bans on Europeans over tech regulations. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 25 (MNA) — The European Union (EU), French, German, and British senior officials on Wednesday condemned a US decision to impose travel restrictions on five European individuals, including former European Commissioner Thierry Breton.
(2025-12-25). Last Christians gather in ruins of quake-hit Antakya. al-monitor.com Saint Peter's, one of the world's oldest rock churches, is a sacred rallying point for the isolated Christians still left in quake-hit Antakya in southeastern Turkey, the city known in ancient times as Antioch. "Since the earthquake, our community has scattered," said worshipper Mari Ibri."Those who remain are trying to regroup. We each had our own church but, like mine, they have been destroyed."
(2025-12-25). Game turns tour into lessons in history. ecns.cn The Millennium City Park in Kaifeng, Henan province, is a re-creation of the ancient scroll Along the River During the Qingming Festival.What I made was crude, but the instructor encouraged me and stamped my scorecard to show that I completed this task.
(2025-12-25). Recent Democratic Victories Have Republicans Running Scared. portside.org Recent Democratic Victories Have Republicans Running Scared |
(2025-12-25). Bihar rack up 574 in 50-over game. tribune.com.pk 
Bihar posted the highest score in men's List A cricket with a staggering 574-6 against Arunachal Pradesh in India's Vijay Hazare Trophy on Wednesday, led by 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi's jaw-dropping knock of 190. | The previous record for the highest total in List A cricket, which includes international and domestic one-day games, was held by Tamil Nadu, who scored 506-2 against Arunachal Pradesh in 2022. | Suryavanshi led the carnage with 16 fours and 15 sixes from just 84 balls, bringing up his century in 36 deliveries. The teenager reached 150 off just 59 balls to break the record set by South African…
(2025-12-25). The Pentagon's Pandora's Box Is Wide Open: The U.S. Integrates Its Advanced "AI-controlled Kill Chain" Into Military-Intelligence Ops/By Drago Bosnic. voicesfromsyria.com Original Link Here: The Pentagon's Pandora's Box Is Wide Open: The U.S. Integrates Its Advanced "AI-controlled Kill Chain" Into Military-Intelligence Ops — Global ResearchGlobal Research — Centre for Research on Globalization Almost 30 years ago, Samuel Huntington published "The Clash of Civilizations and the Remaking of World Order", where he famously said that "the West won …
(2025-12-25). What are the consequences of Israel's expanding illegal settlements? aljazeera.com Israel is escalating the confiscation of Palestinian land in the occupied West Bank.
(2025-12-25). India-Russia Logistics Pact Opens Door to Cooperation in the Arctic. infobrics.org The logistics deal with Russia opens up enormous possibilities for India in the Arctic…
(2025-12-25). Ayt. Milani's letter to Imam Khomeini historical document. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 25 (MNA) — Ayatollah Milani's letter in support of Imam Khomeini (ra) after the Imam's exile to Turkey is a historical document, according to the Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei on Thursday.
(2025-12-25). Christmas celebrated across Pakistan amid tight security. tribune.com.pk 
Special prayer services were held at churches across Pakistan on Thursday as Christians celebrated Christmas under strict security arrangements. | Authorities said comprehensive measures were put in place to ensure peaceful celebrations across major cities. | Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and the government of Pakistan also shared Christmas messages on social media platform X, extending greetings to the Christian community. | On the joyous and blessed occasion of Christmas, I extend my warmest greetings to the Christian community across the world, and especially to our Christian brothers and sisters in Pakista…
(2025-12-25). Indian-Origin Doctor Joins Texas Nutrition Advisory Committee. devdiscourse.com Indian-origin physician Padmaja Patel has been appointed to the Texas Nutrition Advisory Committee by Governor Greg Abbott, according to an official press statement. The announcement highlights Patel's extensive experience in lifestyle medicine and community health initiatives.
(2025-12-25). Libya says its army chief dies in plane crash in Turkey. al-monitor.com ANKARA, Dec 23 (Reuters) – The Libyan army's chief of staff, Mohammed Ali Ahmed Al-Haddad, died in a plane crash on Tuesday after leaving Turkey's capital Ankara, the prime minister of Libya's internationally recognised government said, adding that four others were on the jet as well."This followed a tragic and painful incident while they were returning from an official trip from the Turkish city of Ankara. This grave loss is a great loss for the nation, for the military institution, and for all the people," Libyan Prime Minister Abdulhamid Dbeibah said in a statement.
(2025-12-25). Constitution guarantees religious freedom, says PM. tribune.com.pk 
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday reaffirmed the government's firm commitment to safeguarding the constitutional rights of minorities, declaring that Pakistan belongs equally to all its citizens irrespective of faith. | The prime minister was addressing a Christmas ceremony held here at the Prime Minister's Office. | Speaking at the event, the prime minister highlighted the teachings of Jesus Christ (Hazrat Isa AS), describing him as a symbol of peace, compassion and service to humanity. He said the message of love, justice and tolerance preached by Jesus Christ was deeply relevant in the present age a…
(2025-12-25). Iraq's halted gas supplies from Iran seen resuming. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 25 (MNA) — Iraq's supply of gas from Iran is expected to resume within a week, an engineer at the electricity ministry told Western media on ‚Å Wednesday.
(2025-12-25). Philly's Jewish museum celebrates its annual Christmas party for everyone. whyy.org 
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? You don't need a Christmas tree to party on the 25th. | The annual Daniel Samuels, director of public programs at the Weitzman, put his heart into p…
(2025-12-25). The horror of homeless deaths in 2025. indybay.org Tombstones of the homeless deaths during 2019, in San Jose.
(2025-12-25). Black box recovered from Libyan crashed plane. al-monitor.com Turkish authorities on Wednesday found the cockpit voice recorder and black box from a private jet that crashed killing the head of Libya's armed forces and his four aides.The Falcon 50 aircraft requested an emergency landing because of electrical failure minutes after it took off from the Turkish capital Ankara on Tuesday, but contact was lost, Turkish officials said. The plane was returning to Tripoli. The wreckage was located by Turkish security personnel in the Haymana district near Ankara.
(2025-12-25). Financial players gear up to help expand FTP gateway. ecns.cn The island-wide special customs operations mark the beginning of a new stage in the opening-up and development of the Hainan Free Trade Port.
(2025-12-25). Monday 12/22: If We Act, They Die! Rally at UK Consulate to Demand Release of Political Prisoners. indybay.org UK British Consulate In San Francisco | 1 Sansome St. San Francisco…
(2025-12-25). Five killed in Nigeria mosque attack, dozens injured. moderndiplomacy.eu At least five worshippers were killed and 35 others injured when a suspected suicide bomber detonated an explosive inside the Al-Adum mosque in Maiduguri, the capital of Nigeria's Borno State, during evening prayers. Eyewitnesses described scenes of panic as victims were rushed to the University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital and the State Specialist Hospital. Responsibility …
(2025-12-25). Ball in govt's court after TTAP nod. tribune.com.pk 
With Tehreek-e-Tahafuz Aeen Pakistan (TTAP) having accepted Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's offer for political dialogue, the ball is now in the federal government's court to decide when and how to formally open talks with the opposition alliance. | However, the road to dialogue remains far from smooth, as deep-seated divisions within Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) continue to cloud consensus on the party's future political course. | One faction within PTI is opposed to dialogue with the government, favouring a renewed strategy of agitation instead – a course that has yielded little since the February 8, 2024,…
(2025-12-25). How hilltop settlers coordinate attacks to expel Palestinians. al-monitor.com By Pesha MagidDEIR DIBWAN, WEST BANK, Dec 24 (Reuters) – The Jewish settler outpost of Or Meir is small. A handful of prefabricated white shelters, it sits at the end of a short dirt track on a hill leading up from Road 60, a major route that dissects the Israeli-occupied West Bank.Over time, similar modest dwellings have turned into sprawling Israeli housing developments, part of a plan that members of Israel's cabinet acknowledge they have implemented to prevent the birth of a Palestinian state.
(2025-12-25). Somali capital holds first direct election in over five decades. aljazeera.com Amid opposition boycotts, people in Mogadishu vote in the city's first direct local polls since 1969.
(2025-12-25). Iran's progress in scientific field 'enemies' major concern'. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 25 (MNA) — Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Mohammad Eslami says the country's progress in the scientific field is the major concern of enemies, emphasizing that Iran will go ahead its scientific progress with power.
(2025-12-24). General President Coleman's 2025 Holiday Message to SMART Members. portside.org General President Coleman's 2025 Holiday Message to SMART Members |
(2025-12-25). WHYY Newscast for Thursday 5:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2025-12-25). Congress honoring Ayt Milani opens with Leader's message. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 25 (MNA) — A congress marking the 50th anniversary of the passing of Ayatollah Seyyed Mohammad Hadi Milani opened on Thursday in Mashhad with a message from Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei.
(2025-12-25). New 20,000-seater Hoima stadium commissioned. independent.co.ug 
Pomp and fanfare as President Museveni commissions 20,000-seater Hoima stadium ahead of 2027 AFCON KAMPALA | Xinhua | Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni on Wednesday officially commissioned the 20,000-seater Hoima City Stadium, marking a major milestone in the country's preparations to co-host the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). The stadium, built at a cost of …
(2025-12-25). MTZ ramps up high-capacity tractor production by over 30% in 11 months. eng.belta.by In 2026, MTZ plans to deliver at least 1,000 of the high-capacity BELARUS 3522 tractors to domestic agricultural organizations.
(2025-12-25). European nations, Canada decry Israel's new, illegal West Bank settlements. aljazeera.com Fourteen countries condemn Israel's plans to expand West Bank settlements, express 'resolute support' for Palestinians.
(2025-12-25). Tarique Rahman, former PM Khaleda Zia's son, returns to Bangladesh after 17 years in exile amid unrest. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: Tarique Rahman, son of former Bangladesh Prime Minister Khaleda Zia, has returned to Dhaka after nearly 20 years in self-imposed exile. His return is seen as a major political moment fo | Tarique Rahman, former PM Khaleda Zia's son, returns to Bangladesh after 17 years in exile amid unrest…
(2025-12-25). Why Russians haven't risen up to stop the Ukraine war. responsiblestatecraft.org After its emergence from the Soviet collapse, the new Russia grappled with the complex issue of developing a national identity that could embrace the radical contradictions of Russia's past and foster integration with the West while maintaining Russian distinctiveness.The Ukraine War has significantly changed public attitudes toward this question, and led to a consolidation of most of the Russian population behind a set of national ideas. This has contributed to the resilience that Russia has shown in the war, and helped to frustrate Western hopes that economic pressure and heavy casualties would undermine su…
(2025-12-25). China opposes the U.S. slapping tariffs and going after Chinese companies: FM. ecns.cn China firmly opposes the U.S. slapping tariffs and going after Chinese companies, said Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian at a regular press conference on Wednesday.
(2025-12-25). Looted African Belongings Must Be Returned: Is It Repatriation Or Restitution? The Words We Use Matter. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) Museums and universities around the world hold vast collections of cultural artefacts, artworks, objectified belongings and even ancestral remains. Many were not freely …
(2025-12-25). Legacy of 'Ping-Pong Diplomacy' highlighted at annual celebration event in Los Angeles. independent.co.ug 
LOS ANGELES | Xinhua | Hundreds of Chinese and Americans, including lawmakers, diplomats and world champions, gathered at Los Angeles County's Pacific Palms Resort to commemorate the 54th anniversary of China-U.S. "Ping-Pong Diplomacy." Chinese Consul General in Los Angeles Guo Shaochun described "Ping-Pong Diplomacy" over five decades ago as "an iconic moment in the China-U.S. …
(2025-12-25). Financial Integration of the BRICS Advances with Local Currencies, Reduces Dependence on the Dollar. infobrics.org The BRICS countries are intensifying their efforts to expand the use of local currencies in international transactions, a movement that gained new momentum according to an analysis presented by the economist and sociologist César Bergo…
(2025-12-25). Pope Leo XIV's Christmas Homily Calls for Hope, Human Dignity and Solidarity. plusnews.ug Pope Leo XIV on Christmas night delivered a deeply reflective homily centered on hope, humility, human dignity, and God's closeness to humanity, urging believers to look not to power or the heavens, but to the vulnerability of the Christ Child for salvation. Pope Leo XIV presided over the midnight Mass for the Solemnity of the …
(2025-12-25). 'We hold onto one another and keep fighting,' says wife of jailed Istanbul mayor. newarab.com 
"It's an extremely difficult time for our children and for me… but we hold onto one another," Dilek Kaya Imamoglu, 51, told AFP in her first interview with foreign media. | Her husband ⚪ t…
(2025-12-25). Assemblies: A Path To Co-Governance And Democratic Renewal. popularresistance.org Democracy should give us a real say in the decisions that shape our lives, but few people today feel the government is working for them. Inequality is extreme, our economic lives are precarious, and trust in government and all kinds of institutions is at historic lows. All this has opened up space for the reactionary Right—at least in the last election—to win over a multiracial majority of voters. As we defend electoral democracy and organize our people, we also need to build new democratic structures: ones that deepen people's sense of interdependence and solidarity, build real political and economic…
(2025-12-25). Bangladesh Opposition Leader Returns from Exile Ahead of Election. moderndiplomacy.eu NEWS BRIEF Tarique Rahman, the acting chairman of Bangladesh's main opposition party, returned from nearly 17 years of exile in London, greeted by massive crowds as he positioned himself as the frontrunner for prime minister in February's pivotal election. His dramatic homecoming signals a historic shift in Bangladesh's turbulent politics, energizing the opposition after the …
(2025-12-25). Penn student's book drive nonprofit aims to comfort pediatric cancer patients across Philly region. whyy.org 
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Books were a form of self-care for Emily Bhatnagar when she was a child, offering her comfort and escape. What began as a way to share that lifeline with other kids has grown into For Love and Buttercup, a nonprofit that has donated tens of thousands of books to children with cancer across the country. | Since 2019, the University of Pennsylvania student has been caring for her father, who was diagnosed with Stage 4 thyroid cancer while she was still in high school in Maryla…
(2025-12-25). Saturday 12/27: Universal land access: a walking tour. indybay.org meet in the lobby of the American Youth Hostel | 312 Mason Street | San Francisco…
(2025-12-25). How to be your authentic self. anabaptistworld.org Having enjoyed Troy Watson's columns in Canadian Mennonite, I looked forward to this book. It did not disappoint. A Mennonite pastor, Watson has a knack for using vignettes from his experience to illustrate his points. He begins by describing a hiking trip with an inaccurate map to draw the lesson that "our lives don't unfold …
(2025-12-25). Iran currency plunges to historic low amid factional blame game. al-monitor.com As Iran's judiciary publicly rebukes the central bank over the rial's collapse, the currency crisis is no longer economic and is fast becoming a test of political accountability and regime stability.
(2025-12-25). Rescue helicopter crashes, killing five on Tanzania's Mount Kilimanjaro. aljazeera.com Two foreigners seeking medical evacuation are among those killed in the crash on Africa's highest mountain.
(2025-12-25). Ex-PM Imran Khan aide Shahzad Akbar injured in UK attack. tribune.com.pk 
Shahzad Akbar, a former special assistant to ex-prime minister Imran Khan, was injured in an attack by unidentified assailants in the United Kingdom on Thursday. An investigation is under way, with Cambridge police collecting forensic evidence and reviewing CCTV footage from the surrounding area. | Akbar reported the incident to local police, stating that he was attacked by a masked man wearing gloves and protective clothing — a detail investigators believe may indicate premeditation. He said the assailant punched him repeatedly in the face, leaving him with a broken nose and a fractured jaw. | According…
(2025-12-25). Kim Jong Un Inspects Submarine Construction, Then Oversees Missile Launch. moderndiplomacy.eu North Korean leader Kim Jong Un was present at the construction of a submarine with his daughter, who is seen as a possible future leader. He also oversaw a missile test that reportedly hit targets 200 km away, which was conducted to advance North Korea's strategic technologies for high-altitude missiles, as confirmed by South Korea's …
(2025-12-25). Conflict with Thailand brings surge of unity amongst Cambodians. aljazeera.com Cambodian children write letters to soldiers, while donation sites fill for those displaced by fighting near the border.
(2025-12-25). FCC stays Quetta's LG elections. tribune.com.pk 
The Federal Constitutional Court (FCC) has issued a stay order on the conduct of Local Government (LG) elections in Quetta. | A three-member bench headed by Chief Justice Ameenuddin heard the case on Wednesday. The bench also comprised Justice Aamir Farooq and Justice Ali Baqar. | During the hearing, petitioner Abdul Qadir was represented by his counsel, Kamran Murtaza. | The petitioner's counsel argued that delimitation for the local government elections in Quetta were carried out on the basis of the 2017 census, whereas the new 2023 census has now been formally notified.
(2025-12-25). 'The light plays tricks on us': Trinidadian photographer Marlon Rouse's 'Sacred Objects, Fruit of the Land'. globalvoices.org 
'My photography is about investigation … of society, of people, of things and of light'Originally published on Photographer Marlon Rouse's "Caraili," part of his series "Sacred Objects — The Fruit of the Land." Caraili (
(2025-12-25). Calls for Peace Dominate Christmas Celebration Across the Country. plusnews.ug 
Calls for peace dominated this year's Christmas prayers as Uganda prepares for the 2026 presidential and parliamentary elections scheduled for January 15, 2026. In his sermon at All Saints Cathedral, Nakasero, Archbishop Dr. Steven Kaziimba Mugalu said Uganda's national motto, "For God and My Country," affirms God's continued presence and protection over the nation. "God is …
(2025-12-25). North Korea's Kim views test-firing of long-range missile. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 25 (MNA) — North Korean Leader Kim Jong Un oversaw the test-firing on Wednesday of long-range surface-to-air missiles at a launch site near its east coast.
(2025-12-25). Sunday 12/21: Winter solstice / Wingnut holiday office party. indybay.org Long Haul Infoshop – 3124 Shattuck Ave. Berkeley – 2 blocks from Ashby BART…
(2025-12-25). Setting the record straight, a retrospective look at China's economy in 2025. ecns.cn Chen Hongna, an associate researcher at the Development Research Center of the State Council, said this demonstrates China's commitment to sharing development opportunities with its trading partners.
(2025-12-25). Tarique Rahman: A Homecoming to Transform Bangladesh's Political Future. devdiscourse.com Tarique Rahman, acting Chairman of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), made a historic return on Thursday after nearly 17 years in exile. His homecoming is seen as a pivotal moment for his party, which hopes to renew energy and consolidate support ahead of the February elections.
(2025-12-25). DRC Gov't: Civilians Forced to Protest against M23 Withdrawal from Uvira. plusnews.ug 
The government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has said civilians were forced to demonstrate following the withdrawal of the March 23 Movement (M23) and its coalition from Uvira city and surrounding areas in South Kivu province. M23 rebels announced on December 18, 2025, that they had withdrawn from Uvira and nearby areas …
(2025-12-25). Saturday 12/27: The white supremacist subtext of Greenland rhetoric: a walking tour. indybay.org meet in the lobby of The American Youth Hostel | 312 Mason Street | San Francisco…
(2025-12-25). NEPRA alarmed by net metering halt. tribune.com.pk 
Nepra on Thursday took strict notice of reports that electricity distribution companies have stopped registering new net metering applications, terming the move highly alarming and in violation of existing regulations. | In directives issued to all DISCOs, including K-Electric, the regulator said it had observed that the registration of new net metering requests had been suspended across several power utilities. | Nepra described the development as a matter of serious concern, noting that such actions directly contravene the prevailing legal and regulatory framework governing net metering in the country.
(2025-12-25). From Apocalypse to "Oops" The Emily Litella Climate Moment has Arrived. wattsupwiththat.com "Never mind" — the moment when an overheated argument quietly dissolves under the weight of reality.
(2025-12-25). Traffic Police Launch Festive Season Road Safety Drive Across Major Highways. plusnews.ug 
As Ugandans head upcountry for Christmas celebrations, the Directorate of Traffic Police has intensified road safety campaigns on major highways, teaming up with the Uganda Professional Drivers' Network (UPDN) to curb accidents during the festive season. Michael Kananura, Traffic Police spokesperson, said the operation combines enforcement against traffic violations with public awareness campaigns on highways, …
(2025-12-25). Guizhou's sour soup makes taste buds zing. ecns.cn For many hotpot lovers, the iconic Chinese dish stirs up thoughts of a deep numbing spiciness. But for many in Southwest China's Guizhou province, hotpot is all about mouth-twisting sourness.
(2025-12-25). Christmas and Kwanzaa festivities, Disney on Ice and more in this week's 'Things To Do'. whyy.org 
The holiday weekend begins with the 73rd Annual Christmas Day Reenactment at Washington Crossing Historic Park, marking George Washington's pivotal crossing of the Delaware River during the Revolutionary War. Or if you don't celebrate Christmas but are still looking for a family-friendly way to mark the holiday, head to the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History for an all faiths event, "Being___Together at Christmas." | Kwanzaa begins on Friday, and with it, free celebrations at multiple venues, including museums, libraries and community spaces. Music lovers of all genres have plenty to choose from…
(2025-12-25). Kayoola E-Coach hits 81% of Pearl-to-Cape Electric Route. independent.co.ug 
The expedition is expected to complete its 13,000-kilometre journey in the coming weeks Mpika, Zambia | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda's ambitious Pearl-to-Cape electric expedition reached a major milestone after the locally manufactured Kayoola E-Coach traversed 11,277 kilometres of its planned 13,000-kilometre round trip, delivering early evidence on cost efficiency, emissions reduction, and the feasibility of …
(2025-12-25). 19 States and DC Are Suing to Protect Gender-Affirming Care for Youth. truthout.org Maryland joined 18 states and the District of Columbia Tuesday in a lawsuit challenging a Health and Human Services declaration last week that health care facilities offering gender-affirming care to minors would be barred from Medicare and Medicaid. The lawsuit, filed Tuesday in U.S. District Court in Oregon, claims that HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. exceeded his authority with the Dec. |
(2025-12-25). The Ashes: Cricket's Longest Argument. aljazeera.com The Ashes isn't just cricket. It's history, identity and a bit of banter. We look at cricket's longest argument…
(2025-12-25). Newcomer to Great Stone industrial park launches mechanical engineering project. eng.belta.by A new resident company at the China-Belarus Industrial Park Great Stone is implementing a project in mechanical engineering, the park's press service told BelTA.
(2025-12-25). A Tribute to Blacklisted Lyricist Yip Harburg: The Man Who Put the Rainbow in The Wizard of Oz. democracynow.org 
His name might not be familiar to many, but his songs are sung by millions around the world. Today, we take a journey through the life and work of Yip Harburg, the Broadway lyricist who wrote such hits as "Brother, Can You Spare a Dime?" and who put the music into The Wizard of Oz, the movie that inspired the hit Broadway musical and now Hollywood blockbuster, Wicked. Born into poverty on the Lower East Side of Manhattan, Harburg always included a strong social and political component to his work, fighting racism and poverty. A lifelong socialist, Harburg was blacklisted and hounded throughout much of…
(2025-12-25). Eleven suspects arrested over deadly South African tavern shooting. aljazeera.com Police said the suspects arrested were found with unlicensed firearms, including four handguns and an AK-47 rifle.
(2025-12-25). Quaid's birthday celebrated with zeal. tribune.com.pk 
The nation on Thursday observed the 149th birth anniversary of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, the Founder of Pakistan, with patriotic zeal, paying tribute to his visionary leadership and renewing the pledge to uphold his guiding principles of faith, unity and discipline. | President Asif Ali Zardari, in his message, stressed the enduring relevance of Quaid-e-Azam's leadership and called upon the nation to recommit itself to the democratic, inclusive and constitutional ideals laid down by the Founder of Pakistan. | PM Shehbaz Sharif paid rich tribute to Quaid-e-Azam, urging citizens to follow his principles…
(2025-12-25). Shibani talks defense, economic ties with Putin during Moscow visit. al-monitor.com The visit is the second to Russia for Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shibani and Defense Minister Maj. Gen. Murhaf Abu Qasra, and follows other signs of rapprochement.
(2025-12-25). Ukraine claims fresh hit on Russian energy infrastructure. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 25 (MNA) — Ukraine said its drones struck the largest Russian gas processing plant in the Orenburg region, which also processes gas from Kazakhstan's Karachaganak oil and gas condensate field.
(2025-12-25). Pezeshkian congratulates Pope on Jesus birth anniv., New Year. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 25 (MNA) — The Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has sent a message to Pope Leo XIV, congratulating the auspicious birthday anniversary of Jesus Christ, son of Mary, and the New Year.
(2025-12-25). Southern California drenched by powerful Christmas storm, flash flooding. scmp.com A powerful winter storm is lashing Southern California, prompting California Governor Gavin Newsom to proclaim a state of emergency in Los Angeles and neighbouring counties. | Coastal communities are bracing for multiple months' worth of rain in just a few days, while areas charred by wildfires face the risk of mudslides. | A third person has died, according to the Los Angeles Times. Meanwhile, a flood watch was extended for most of Southern California.
(2025-12-25). Mainland China Markets Surge as Aerospace and Robot Stocks Soar. devdiscourse.com Mainland China's stock markets showed resilience on Thursday as they recorded a seventh consecutive session of gains. This surge was bolstered by robust performances in the aerospace and robotics sectors. The Shanghai Composite index rose by 0.47%, while the blue-chip CSI 300 Index also edged higher, climbing 0.18%.
(2025-12-25). Israeli settler attack injures Palestinian baby, five arrested. newarab.com 
Israeli forces announced on Thursday the arrest of five Israeli settlers over their alleged involvement in an attack on a Palestinian home The eight-month-old infant suffered "moderate injuries to the face and head" in the late Wednesday attack, according to the official Palestinian news agency WAFA. | It blamed the attack on "a group of armed settlers," accusing them of "throwing stones at homes and property" in the town of Sair, north of Hebron. | A statement from the Israeli police said that…
(2025-12-25). Russia makes 'proposal' to France over jailed NGO researcher Vinatier. scmp.com Moscow has made an offer to Paris regarding jailed French researcher Laurent Vinatier, who is facing espionage charges that could see him sentenced to 20 years in a Russian prison, the Kremlin said on Thursday. | The surprise public overture comes as both Russia and France have expressed interest in possible talks between Presidents Vladimir Putin and Emmanuel Macron.
(2025-12-25). Cookbook Authors, 'Dukes' And Card Game Gatecrashers: Australia's Quirkiest Politicians. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) Australia has a fine tradition of unconventional politicians at all levels of government. Multiple examples probably spring to mind immediately.But in researching this …
(2025-12-25). Forging a Multipolar World: The Stakes of India's 2026 BRICS+ Leadership. moderndiplomacy.eu By rotational procedures and consensus adopted in Brazil in December, India has taken over the BRICS+ presidency for 2026, underscoring its highly enriching founding membership and gracious opportunity to deepen the intergovernmental association as a leading geopolitical force in the Global South. Brazil took over the BRICS presidency from Russia on January 1, 2025. Following …
(2025-12-25). A Visible Transformation of Pakistan's Automobile Industry. thinktank.pk The global automobile industry is undergoing a fundamental shift, and electric vehicles are unmistakably at the heart of this transformation. Rising fossil fuel prices, growing environmental concerns, and rapid technological advances are pushing countries to rethink how people move. The age of internal combustion engines is slowly giving way to electric mobility—and this change is …
(2025-12-25). Five people killed in firefight on Tajik-Afghan border, Tajikistan says. aljazeera.com The incident is the third of its kind in recent weeks in which Tajik border guards and civilians have been killed.
(2025-12-25). Central SOEs urged to push upgrading. ecns.cn China Changan Automobile Group, one of three centrally administered State-owned automotive groups, was established in July through a restructuring of the former Changan Automobile and some other companies.
(2025-12-25). Festive lights, security tight for Christmas in Damascus. al-monitor.com Christmas lights illuminate Damascus's Old City while government forces patrol its shadows as security fears haunt Syria's Christian community.They recall the shooting and suicide attack in June at the Saint Elias church in the Syrian capital that killed 25 people and wounded dozens more."People are going home early, and are afraid," said Tala Shamoun, 26, a university student who was visiting a Christmas market with family and friends.
(2025-12-25). How Europe Kept the Lights On: The Gas Suppliers of 2025. moderndiplomacy.eu Europe entered 2025 at a level of energy security that would have seemed out of reach only a few years ago. Gas storage exceeded 70% in January, an exceptionally high level for the season, while overall demand remains roughly 15% lower than in previous years. This decline is not temporary but the result of several …
(2025-12-25). Tuesday 12/23: Webinar: What Trump's Foreign Policy Means for Latin America. indybay.org Zoom | www.codepink.org/latinamerica1223…
(2025-12-25). Sunday 1/4: Boycott Chevron Picket. indybay.org Temescal Chevron | 5500 Telegraph Avenue | Telegraph & 55th, Oakland…
(2025-12-25). Admiral Who Ordered Bombing of Boat Strike Survivors Asked Military Lawyer First. truthout.org The journalist who initially revealed that President Donald Trump's administration killed shipwrecked survivors of its first known boat bombing reported Tuesday that the admiral in charge consulted with a US military lawyer before ordering another strike on the two alleged drug traffickers who were clinging to debris in the Caribbean Sea. Just days after Trump announced the September 2… |
(2025-12-25). HVT carrying Rs4m bounty among 10 terrorists killed in IBOs. tribune.com.pk 
Ten terrorists – including a high-value target (HVT) – were killed in separate intelligence-based operations (IBO) in Balochistan's Kalat and Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa's Dera Ismail Khan districts, the military's media wing said on Thursday. | Two khawarij were killed in an IBO in DI Khan's Kulachi area, the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said in a statement. Fitna al-khawarji refers to the banned Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), the Afghanistan-based umbrella of terrorist groups. | "During the conduct of [the] operation, own troops effectively engaged the khawarij location. Resultantly, two khawarij, includ…
(2025-12-25). Somalia's capital votes in first step to restoring universal suffrage. newarab.com 
Residents of Somalia's capital Mogadishu voted on Thursday in municipal elections meant to pave the way for the East African country's first direct national polls in more than half a century. | With the exception of votes in the semi-autonomous region of Puntland and the breakaway region of Somaliland, Somalia last held direct elections in 1969, months before military general Mohamed Siad Barre took power in a coup. | After years of civil war that followed Barre's fall in 1991, indirect elections were introduced in 2004. The idea was to promote consensus among rival clans in the face of an Islamist insurgency, al…
(2025-12-25). Thursday 1/1: 17th Annual Oscar Grant Vigil. indybay.org Fruitvale BART Station, 3401 E 12th St, Oakland…
(2025-12-25). Honduras Election: Trump-Backed Candidate Asfura Wins Amid Dispute. moderndiplomacy.eu Nasry Asfura, the conservative candidate for president of Honduras and backed by U. S. President Donald Trump, was declared the election winner more than three weeks after the November 30 vote, which faced several issues including delays and fraud allegations. The National Electoral Council (CNE) reported that Asfura received 40.3% of the votes, narrowly defeating …
(2025-12-25). Wilmington's Kwanzaa tradition highlights unity and the power of community. whyy.org 
What are journalists missing from the state of Delaware? What would you most like WHYY News to cover? Kwanzaa was created in 1966, during the height of the Black Power era, as a way for African Americans to reconnect with their cultural roots and reaffirm shared values of community, family, and responsibility. | Celebrated each year from December 26th to January 1st, Kwanzaa is a cultural observance, welcoming people of all faiths and backgrounds to reflect on seven guiding principles known as the Nguzo Saba. | Those principles —— Unity (Umoja), Self-Determinatio…
(2025-12-25). Two narratives on the Hong Kong fire. links.org.au 
Au Loong-Yu compares the 2025 Wang Fu Court fire with London's 2017 Grenfell fire to highlight the similarities and differences between Western and Chinese capitalism.
(2025-12-25). Germany: Critics Of The Government Are Losing Their Bank Accounts. popularresistance.org The German Communist Party (DKP) announced earlier this month that several associated bank accounts (including that of the party executive) will be terminated as of December 31, 2025. The reasons for the account termination remain unclear and the act in itself raises more questions than answers. The case has also drawn attention to a trend in Germany that appears to be resurfacing more and more: attacks on the material foundations of actors who criticize the German government, and especially its policies on war.
(2025-12-25). Red Cup Rebellion Solidarity Surges, New Union Baristas Join Historic ULP Strike Amid Holiday Rush. indybay.org NATIONWIDE, December 18, 2025 — As the holiday rush sets in for Starbucks, union baristas' historic Red Cup Rebellion grew again in strength and power Thursday as hundreds of new union Starbucks baristas across the country joined the unfair labor practice (ULP) strike. Union baristas' open-ended ULP strike began on Red Cup Day, November 13, and has gained momentum and solidarity from supporters each week since. Over 180 state and local elected officials sent a letter to Starbucks on Wednesday calling for the company to end union busting and finalize a fair union contract.
(2025-12-25). Destroying countrysides to save Earth from a climate non-crisis. wattsupwiththat.com Climate-obsessed national governments often act to control local voices and choices in pursuit of "decarbonization" even without being bound by international treaties. However, nations frequently trample on both state and local needs and concerns by signing onto Kyoto and Paris climate agreements that impose "tyranny by treaty" and thereby let unelected, unaccountable international politicians and bureaucrats rule in contravention of national laws and even constitutions.
(2025-12-25). Leader receives members of Ayat Milani Congress Organizing HQ. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 25 (MNA) — Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei met with members of the organizing headquarters of Congress to commemorate Ayatollah Seyyed Mohammad Hadi Milani at Hoseiniyah of Imam Khomeini (RA) on Thursday.
(2025-12-25). Resumen Solidaridad Cuba 2025. radiohc.cu 
La poderosa fuerza de la solidaridad con Cuba es la mejor señal de la existencia de seres humanos entrañables, llenos de amor infinito por las causas justas. Sensibilizar sobre las necesidades médicas en Cuba y promover la colaboración internacional frente al terrible bloqueo estadounidense, son los objetivos esenciales de la campaña, Con la mano en el corazón Marcapasos para Cuba impulsada por la ONG Medicuba-Europa. En septiembre de 2025 se contabilizaron más de 700 marcapasos donados a instituciones médicas de Cuba. | Pilar Zumel, presidenta de la Asociación Yemayá en España organizó en mayo de 2025 un concier…
(2025-12-25). Cristina Fernández continuará hospitalizada. cubadebate.cu Luego de cuatro días de una cirugía apendicular con peritonitis localizada, la expresidenta argentina Cristina Fernández presentó hoy un cuadro de íleo postoperatorio, común en estas operaciones de abdomen, y deberá continuar hospitalizada.
(2025-12-25). Dispararán salvas de artillería por aniversario de la Revolución. cubadebate.cu A las 12 de la noche del 31 de diciembre se dispararán 21 salvas de artillería desde la fortaleza San Carlos de la Cabaña, en saludo al aniversario 67 del triunfo de la Revolución Cubana. La ceremonia se efectuará con la participación de la población desde el complejo de museo histórico-militar Morro-Cabaña.
(2025-12-25). Thai‚ÄëCambodia war escalates: Nearly 100 killed, 1 million displaced | South Asia. hindustantimes.com Thai-Cambodia border fighting has entered its third week with nearly 100 people killed and close to a million displaced, even as both sides hold limited peace talks and India condemns the demolition of a Vishnu statue in the conflict zone. A barrage of Thai air raids and Cambodian rocket and artillery strikes shattered a brief lull along the border on December 24, Day 18 of the conflict, pushing the combined death toll to at least 95 and turning temple belts and nearby towns into a de facto war zone. Watch for more details…
(2025-12-25). Modelos matemáticos predicen control de la epidemia para inicio de año. cubadebate.cu Los modelos predicen un control total de la epidemia a principios de año en Cuba, afirmó este miércoles el prestigioso matemático Raúl Guinovart Díaz, director de Ciencia y Técnica de la Universidad de La Habana. Se observa, afirmó el especialista, que la incidencia en las diferentes regiones del país ha disminuido, aunque aún las provincias de La Tunas, Holguín y el municipio especial de la Isla de la Juventud tienen una tendencia al incremento en los reportes.
(2025-12-25). Rusia: "Reafirmamos nuestro apoyo a los esfuerzos del Gobierno de Maduro por mantener el desarrollo estable y seguro de su país" cubadebate.cu La portavoz del Ministerio de Relaciones Exteriores (MRE) de la Federación de Rusia, María Zajárova, fijó este jueves la posición del Kremlin ante la escalada de tensiones en el Caribe, haciendo un llamado urgente a que América Latina se mantenga como una "zona de paz".
(2025-12-25). Resumen año 2025, Guantánamo. radiohc.cu Guantánamo, la provincia más oriental de Cuba, ubicada a 960 kilómetros de la ciudad de la Habana, destaca por sus riquezas y singularidades culturales, históricas y naturales. | Entre el mar, las montañas y ríos, tierra de café, cacao y coco, cuna de importantes personalidades y expresiones músico danzarías, es un territorio donde convergen los rasgos identitarios de los grupos emigrantes españoles, chinos, franceses y caribeños, entre otros que conforman la identidad guantanamera. | Desde esta provincia, distinguida por un devenir económico y social, ofrecemos una panorámica informativa del año 2025. | Este ter…
(2025-12-25). El papa León XIV renueva su llamado a la paz en su primera bendición de Navidad. cubadebate.cu El papa León XIV renueva este jueves 25 de diciembre sus llamados a la paz al pronunciar desde la basílica de San Pedro su primera bendición de Navidad, al término de un año ensombrecido por los conflictos y la polarización política.
(2025-12-25). Xiomara Castro: "Estaré en el cargo de presidenta hasta el 27 de enero" cubadebate.cu En un mensaje a la nación emitido este miércoles, 24 de diciembre de 2025, la presidenta de Honduras, Xiomara Castro, presentó un detallado balance de sus casi cuatro años de gestión, calificando su labor como una "misión cumplida". La mandataria aprovechó la fecha festiva para ratificar su salida del poder el próximo 27 de enero.
(2025-12-25). El fin de la luz LED: Cómo es la nueva tecnología de iluminación que ahorra energía. cubadebate.cu Tras años en los que el LED desplazó a las bombillas incandescentes y a los fluorescentes, los sistemas basados en OLED ofrecen propuestas que prometen mayor eficiencia energética, reducción en el consumo eléctrico, aplicaciones innovadoras y una calidad de luz más cercana a la del sol.
(2025-12-25). Brazil's Bolsonaro backs son's residential bid, undergoes hernia surgery. scmp.com Brazil's former president Jair Bolsonaro endorsed his son ‚ÄåFlavio's 2026 presidential bid on Thursday in a statement from a hospital where he ‚underwent a scheduled hernia operation that doctors said went smoothly. | Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes authorised Bolsonaro to leave prison, where he is serving a 27-year sentence for plotting a coup, for the surgery. Police were ordered to stay outside ‚Å his room where computers and mobile phones were prohibited.
(2025-12-25). Trump pasa de ser un activo a un pasivo para Israel. strategic-culture.su Quizás Israel se esté dando cuenta ahora de que "las realidades en la región" han cambiado. | àönete a nosotros en , y . | Escríbenos: | La destacada comenta…
(2025-12-25). Dense Fog Causes Collision on Uttar Pradesh Highway. devdiscourse.com A severe accident in dense fog conditions early Thursday in Uttar Pradesh's Hardoi district left at least nine individuals, including the bus driver and conductor, injured. The incident occurred when a state transport bus, en route to Delhi, collided with a truck on the Katra-Bilhaur highway.