(2025-12-18). Putin vows victory in Ukraine as US and Russia prepare for Miami talks. scmp.com Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed confidence in victory for his war in Ukraine during a meeting with senior military officials on Wednesday amid a renewed diplomatic push to achieve a peaceful solution to the conflict. | He said that more than 300 localities in the neighbouring country have been conquered this year alone. "Among them are also large cities that have been turned by the enemy into fortress nodes with permanent defensive installations," Putin said.
(2025-12-18). Caitlin Johnstone: Spouting the Same Line on Bondi Attack. consortiumnews.com Narrative spin for Israel is in full swing following the Bondi Beach attack, conflating pro-Palestinian activism with anti-Jewish violence. By Caitlin Johnstone Caitlin's Newsletter Listen to Tim Foley reading this article CN at 30 Looks like some kind of memo went…
(2025-12-18). Trump Moves Closer To War With Venezuela, And Other Notes. caitlinjohnstone.com.au ‚ùñ | President Trump
(2025-12-18). PDF of December 18 print issue. workers.org 
Download the PDF Venezuela int'l conference U.S. delegates defy 'no-fly zone' Young workers reject capitalism Billionaire media barons New book: 'China Changes Everything' Philly hospital defends trans patients Tribute to Miss Major Griffin-Gracy Disability rights and justice Trump's racism and historic stagflation Starbucks workers expand strike Philly solidarity with Venezuela . . . |
counterpunch.org (2025-12-18). Rebranding Genocide
st, it was Israel's right to defend itself. Then it was a war, even though, by Israel's own military intelligence database, 83 percent of the casualties were civilians. The 2.3 million Palestinians in Gaza, living under an Israeli air, land and sea blockade, have no army, air force, no mechanized units, no tanks, no navy, no missiles, no heavy artillery, no fleets of killer drones, no sophisticated tracking systems to map all movements, or an ally like the United States, which has given Israel at least $21.7 billion in military aid since Oct. 7, 2023. | | Now, it is a "ceasefire."
(2025-12-18). Chris Hedges speaks to IA about Gaza genocide, Bondi and. independentaustralia.net 
(2025-12-18). What Gaza and Ukraine reveal about a new era of imposed peace. independentaustralia.net 
(2025-12-18). Tech for Genocide: Palantir's Role in the Pager Attacks. orinocotribune.com By Al-Akhbar's Lebanon Desk — Dec 15, 2025 | "We've never supplied our products to enemies. We proudly support the US government. I am proud that we are supporting Israel in every way we can." — Palantir co-founder Alex Karp | Palantir Technologies has been involved in the Israeli military's regional operations from Gaza to Lebanon and beyond, according to revelations in a new biography of CEO Alex Karp. In The Philosopher in the Valley: Alex Karp, Palantir, and the Rise of the Surveillance State, New York Times journalist Michael Steinberger details how the US-based company's software played a direct r…
(2025-12-18). Lukashenko: Belarus, USA can work together in Venezuela. eng.belta.by Belarus and the USA can work together to resolve the situation in Venezuela, and such a proposal was voiced to the American side, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko said in an interview with the U.S. media company Newsmax.
(2025-12-18). Maduro calls global protests, accuses US pf oil piracy in Caribbean sea clash; 'Will defeat…'. hindustantimes.com Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has called for global protests against the United States, accusing Washington of stealing Venezuelan oil in the Caribbean Sea. Speaking at the Constituent Congress of the Working Class in Caracas, Maduro urged port workers, oil and gas workers, and the merchant marine worldwide to mobilise against what he described as US "piracy." He stressed national unity against foreign interference and claimed Venezuela has been resisting a months-long campaign of pressure, including military deployments near its coast. Maduro also criticised Chile's president-elect José Antonio Kast, escal…
(2025-12-18). China Voices Support for Venezuela After U.S. Blockade, No Rescue in Sight. moderndiplomacy.eu China has voiced opposition to what it described as "unilateral bullying" after the United States ordered a blockade of oil tankers entering and leaving Venezuela, a move that sharply escalates pressure on the OPEC member and its president, Nicolas Maduro. The blockade comes as Washington has increased its military presence in the region, including troops …
(2025-12-18). 'Unquestionably an Act of War': Trump Declares Naval Blockade Against Venezuela. portside.org 'Unquestionably an Act of War': Trump Declares Naval Blockade Against Venezuela |
(2025-12-18). Presidente Maduro alertó a secretario general de la ONU sobre escalada de EEUU. radiohc.cu La Cancillería de Venezuela indicó este miércoles en un comunicado que el presidente Nicolás Maduro alertó al secretario general de las Naciones Unidas, António Guterres, sobre la escalada de amenazas contra su país y sus graves implicaciones para la paz regional. | En diálogo telefónico con el titular del organismo internacional, el mandatario denunció las recientes manifestaciones públicas del presidente estadounidense, Donald Trump, en una red social, en las que afirmó, "de manera inaceptable, que el petróleo, las riquezas naturales y el territorio venezolano le pertenecían". | Maduro expresó que esas expresio…
(2025-12-18). Nuevo buque solidario del ALBA-TCP llega a Cuba. cubadebate.cu Un nuevo buque con ayuda solidaria enviado por el Gobierno de Venezuela y la Alianza Bolivariana para los Pueblos de Nuestra América (ALBA-TCP) arribó este miércoles 17 de diciembre al puerto Guillermón Moncada, en Santiago de Cuba, para apoyar en la recuperación de la isla tras el impacto del huracán Melissa.
(2025-12-18). Cuba respalda cumplimiento de derechos humanos en Venezuela. radiohc.cu El embajador Rodolfo Benítez Verson, representante permanente de Cuba ante la Oficina de las Naciones Unidas en Ginebra y otras Organizaciones Internacionales en Suiza, respaldó la institucionalidad y soberanía de Venezuela. | El diplomático intervino este martes en el diálogo interactivo sobre la actualización oral del Alto Comisionado respecto a la situación de los derechos humanos en la República Bolivariana de Venezuela. | Benítez Verson afirmó que Cuba rechaza la imposición de mecanismos punitivos, selectivos y parcializados en materia de derechos humanos, que desconocen las instituciones nacionales y se con…
(2025-12-18). Gobierno de Cuba rechaza de manera enérgica bloqueo naval de EEUU a Venezuela. radiohc.cu
(2025-12-18). Palestine out of 2025 FIFA Arab World Cup, but wins hearts. ummid.com Palestine National Football Team's dream to play Semi Finals of the 2025 FIFA Arab World Cup ended after it got defeated by Saudi Arabia Thursday.
(2025-12-18). Hebei archaeology site reveals Hongshan culture expansion. ecns.cn A discovery at the Zhengjiagou archaeology site in Hebei province is offering new insights into the expansion and influence of one of China's most important Neolithic civilizations, dating from 6,500 to 5,000 years ago.
(2025-12-18). 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.
(2025-12-18). 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.
(2025-12-18). Tour gives China-Arab strategic trust a boost. ecns.cn Foreign Minister Wang Yi's five-day tour of the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia and Jordan has reinforced strategic trust between China and Arab countries and advanced cooperation across multiple fields, as China steps up preparations for hosting the second China-Arab States Summit next year.
(2025-12-18). Billy Crystal, Meg Ryan and Others Remember Rob Reiner as a 'Master Story Teller'. portside.org Billy Crystal, Meg Ryan and Others Remember Rob Reiner as a 'Master Story Teller' |
(2025-12-18). RRB NTPC CEN 05/2024 CBT 2 Result Out: Check Here. ummid.com RRB NTPC CEN 05/2024 CBT 2 Result: The Ministry of Railways has result of the Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC-Graduate) CEN 05/2024, also known as RRB NTPC Graduate CBT 2, exam on its official website.
(2025-12-18). What India Pays for Empty Parliament and Vanity Nationalism? ummid.com India pours public funds into Parliament and state assemblies as if they are engines of accountability, but what we receive in return is political theatre, ritual nationalism, walkouts, orchestrated chaos, and a government that uses the legislature as a rubber stamp.
(2025-12-18). When Scripture Enters the Courtroom: Manusmriti, Criminal Justice and India's Constitutional Crisis. ummid.com India's constitutional framework rests on a foundational premise: Criminal Justice must be governed by enacted law and constitutional values, not by religious scripture or moral theology.
(2025-12-18). Why the world comes to Yiwu. ecns.cn Despite an increasingly complex global trade environment, Yiwu—widely known as the world's capital of small commodities—continues to demonstrate strong resilience.
(2025-12-18). Kerala Local Body Election Results 2025: Broader Lessons. ummid.com The results of Kerala's recent local body elections have been swiftly pressed into service by competing political claims – he Congress sees revival, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) declares a breakthrough, and the ruling Left Democratic Front (LDF) seeks refuge in the familiar explanation of routine anti-incumbency.
(2025-12-18). 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).
(2025-12-18). 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.
(2025-12-18). For the fourth consecutive year, Russia weaponises Christmas. independentaustralia.net 
(2025-12-18). Police forced march for hunger strikers to divert: images. thecanary.co 
Police forced last night's weekly protest march to the BBC's London HQ in solidarity with the hunger strikers to divert to avoid supposed hurt to Jewish groups meeting for Hanukkah. Jewish people have been front and centre of every protest. The march was excluded from a large area around the BBC: To rub salt into […] | By
(2025-12-18). Lukashenko: This U.S. document will be 'a gift to the world'. eng.belta.by The implementation of the recently adopted U.S. National Security Strategy will be a "gift to the world", Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko said in an interview with the U.S. media company Newsmax, BelTA has learned.
(2025-12-18). Breakthrough in BMI tech aids patients. ecns.cn Two Chinese patients with high-level paralysis have successfully used brain-machine interface technology to perform tasks using only their thoughts, including controlling a power wheelchair, directing a robotic dog to retrieve deliveries, and operating a robotic arm to grasp a cup and drink water.
(2025-12-18). Trump-backed redistricting effort fails in Indiana. wsws.org In a 31-19 vote, more than half of the 40 Republicans in the Indiana Senate joined with 10 Democrats to reject a Trump-backed plan to gerrymander the state's congressional map and eliminate the state's two Democratic-held districts.
(2025-12-18). Japanese bid farewell to the last two giant pandas. ecns.cn As Japan would soon lose its last two giant pandas to China, Japanese fans flocked to Tokyo's Ueno Zoo on Tuesday to catch a final glimpse. The zoo estimates that about 178,000 visitors will come to see the pandas, Xiao Xiao and Lei Lei, between Dec. 16, 2025 and Jan. 25, 2026.
(2025-12-18). Germany: Italian artist Costantino Ciervo rebuffs criticism from Zionist lobbies, politicians seeking to close his exhibition. wsws.org Readers should note that the two leading politicians behind the smear campaign are members of nominally left organisations.
(2025-12-18). Why Ukraine's Economy Hinges on the EU's Frozen Russian Assets Loan. moderndiplomacy.eu European Union leaders are weighing proposals to use proceeds from immobilised Russian sovereign assets, most of which are held in Belgium, to support Ukraine's financial needs in the coming years through what has become known as the "reparations loan". The plan has run into resistance from Belgium, which wants other EU member states to share …
(2025-12-18). Beginning December 18th, Cuba will have a new exchange rate. radiohc.cu Radio Havana Cuba / Cubadebate bring you the text of the special appearance of the President of the Central Bank of Cuba, Juana Lilia Delgado Portal. She appeared on CubaVision Wednesday evening following the 8 o'clock prime time newscast. | As the Government of the Republic has been reporting, the Central Bank of Cuba has been working to create the conditions to begin transformations in the foreign exchange market, based on principles of gradualism and timeliness. | Currently, different exchange rates coexist in the Cuban economy, which generates distortions, encourages informality, and hinders the banking and t…
(2025-12-18). ICICI Bank Faces Rs 238 Crore GST Demand Notice. devdiscourse.com ICICI Bank announced on Thursday that it has received a demand notice amounting to Rs 238 crore from tax authorities, citing alleged short payment of GST.
(2025-12-18). How Globalized Fraud Made Its Way into Silicon Valley. moderndiplomacy.eu The Scene Everyone Pretends Not to See Somewhere in Shenzhen, China, a small advertising firm spins up a Facebook account using a fake name, a borrowed birthday, and a crypto-funded wallet. Within hours, an ad promising miracle supplements or guaranteed investment returns is running in English, aimed at retirees in Ohio or small business owners …
(2025-12-18). The BBC Kicks Off the Holidays With a New Season of Pandemic Fearmongering. globalresearch.ca The BBC has launched into the pandemic fearmongering a bit early this year with their recent article: For those who don't live in England, A&E …
(2025-12-18). World closely watches Australia's social media ban for children. ecns.cn The wide-ranging impact of Australia's new social media ban for children under 16 — the first of its kind in the world — is already being felt at home and abroad, especially for major platforms that have controversially allowed children full access.
(2025-12-18). Ajay Gupta Seeks Bail in Devastating Goa Nightclub Fire Case. devdiscourse.com Ajay Gupta, a co-owner of the nightclub 'Birch by Romeo Lane' in Goa, has submitted a bail application following his arrest related to a catastrophic fire that killed 25 people earlier this month.
(2025-12-18). Editors' Picks 2025: The Best of NACLA's Online Coverage. nacla.org 
With so many critical events, stories, and voices covered in our 2025 web content it was hard to choose a favorite, but here are our top 10!
(2025-12-18). Shenzhen court sentences 27 for smuggling antimony ingots. ecns.cn Twenty-seven individuals were sentenced in Shenzhen for their involvement in six antimony ingot smuggling cases on Tuesday, according to the Shenzhen Intermediate People's Court in South China's Guangdong province.
(2025-12-18). Queen Mother: Black Nationalism, Reparations, and the Untold Story of Audley Moore. portside.org Queen Mother: Black Nationalism, Reparations, and the Untold Story of Audley Moore |
(2025-12-18). Maharashtra: Vacancies in Colleges, Universities to be filled soon. ummid.com The Maharashtra government said the vacant posts, including that of Lecturers and Assistant Professors, will be filled soon.
(2025-12-18). Hainan evolves as gateway to global markets. ecns.cn An e-commerce host guides customers through off-island duty-free online shopping in Haikou, Hainan province, on Wednesday. The Hainan Free Trade Port starts island-wide special customs operations on Thursday.
aljazeera.com (2025-12-18). Faced with Trump's deportation push, US teachers fear leaving the classroom
Estimates vary as to how many foreign-born teachers currently work in the US. But one 2019 report from George Mason University found that there were 857,200 immigrants among the country's 8.1 million teachers, in roles ranging from pre-school to university.
commondreams.org (2025-12-17). 'This is About Oil and Regime Change': GOP Lawmaker Speaks Out Against Push for War in Venezuela A Republican congressman on Wednesday pushed back against President Donald Trump's push for war with Venezuela.
Speaking on the floor of the House of Representatives, Rep. Thomas Massie (R-Ky.) demanded that Trump not take any military action against Venezuela without approval from the US Congress.
truthout.org (2025-12-17). US Relied on Illegal Sanctions to Seize Venezuelan Oil Tanker US armed forces' seizure of the oil tanker constituted an unlawful use of force in violation of the UN Charter.
2025-12-17: Israel Propagandists Are Uniformly Spouting The Exact Same Line About The Bondi Shooting
counterpunch.org (2025-12-16). To End the Genocide, We Must Hold Weapons Manufacturers Accountable (or Shut Them Down) Since a ceasefire was agreed to on October 10, Israel has attacked Gazans with bombs, snipers, and ground mobilizations nearly 500 times. In the West Bank, Israel has killed and detained hundreds of Palestinians and approved 19 new settlements.
(2025-12-18). 'A strong figure': Lukashenko on comparing Trump to a bulldozer. eng.belta.by I wanted Donald Trump to win the U.S. presidential election but I am not his blind supporter, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko said in an interview with the U.S. media companyNewsmax,…
(2025-12-18). Smokescreen in Ukraine? Moscow hosts Iran as nuclear clock ticks, Araghchi drops bombshell for Trump. hindustantimes.com Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and MGIMO University Rector Anatoli Torkunov discussed expanding academic and strategic cooperation between Russia and Iran, including joint master's programmes, research initiatives and student exchanges. Araghchi highlighted shared positions on global issues, opposition to US hegemony, and appreciation for Russia's support during the recent conflict with Israel. Talks also covered energy cooperation, gas swaps, countering US sanctions, and regional security in the South Caucasus through the proposed 3+3 mechanism. Araghchi reiterated Iran's stance against nuclear weapons,…
(2025-12-18). Dr Ambedkar's Critique of Islam and Muslims: A Scholarly Analysis. ummid.com This paper undertakes a critical re-evaluation of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar's seminal critique of Indian Muslims as articulated in his 1940 treatise, Pakistan or the Partition of India.
(2025-12-18). Australian government pledges to keep slashing spending. wsws.org Treasurer Jim Chalmers outlined billions of dollars in cuts to government programs and declared that there would be more "difficult" decisions to come.
(2025-12-18). The Ummah's Alarming Retreat Away from Political Islam and into Nationalism. muslimskeptic.com During the past two decades of the War on Terror, the US and Israel have targeted Islamic social and political institutions throughout the Middle East with destabilization and repression, treating them not merely as security challenges but as civilizational threats. In the past twenty years, we have seen religious institutions, mosques, educational networks, and Islamist …
(2025-12-18). Messi's Kolkata visit ends in chaos; organiser arrested, fans demand refunds. ummid.com Football legend and Argentina National Football Team Captain Lionel Messi's Kolkata visit Saturday ended in chaos forcing the Police to arrest the organiser while disappointed fans are demanding refunds.
(2025-12-18). Explore: Importance of Hira and other Makkah mountains. ummid.com Makkah is home to a group of mountains of deep religious and symbolic significance, most notably Mount Hira, which houses the Cave of Hira (Ghar e Hira), where revelation first descended.
(2025-12-18). Satellite pics expose Zelensky's lie on 'world-first drone attack on submarine'? No damage? | Russia. hindustantimes.com Ukraine's first underwater drone strike on a Russian Black Sea submarine is now backed by fresh satellite imagery that undercuts Moscow's denials. The attack shows Kyiv can still hurt Russia's fleet even as it loses ground on land. New commercial satellite images of Novorossiysk port, obtained after the attack, show clear damage to the pier where the Russian submarine was moored. A large section of the quay appears destroyed, with concrete debris scattered around the impact point near the stern of the boat. Watch for details…
(2025-12-18). Exploring Hainan Free Trade Port before island-wide special customs operations. ecns.cn China's Hainan Free Trade Port will officially launch an island-wide independent customs operation Thursday.
(2025-12-18). EU Split Over Ukraine Funding as Belgium Holds Key to 2026—27 Plan. moderndiplomacy.eu European Union leaders are set to decide on Thursday how to finance Ukraine's war effort in 2026 and 2027, with the use of frozen Russian central bank assets emerging as the preferred option. About 210 billion euros of Russian assets are immobilised in the EU, most of them held in Belgium through the clearing house …
(2025-12-18). Hainan starts special customs operations across entire island. ecns.cn China's Hainan Free Trade Port (FTP) launched island-wide special customs operations Thursday.
(2025-12-18). Maharashtra Municipal Corporation Poll Dates in Mumbai, Other Cities Out. ummid.com The Maharashtra State Election Commission Monday December 15, 2025 released the long awaited election schedule of the 29 Municipal Corporations or Maha Nagar Palika, of Maharashtra.
(2025-12-18). Bondi Beach and the Deadly Reach of Radicalisation. moderndiplomacy.eu Bondi Beach is known the world over as a happy place, a place that is full of sunshine, families, visitors, and partying. The image was shattered not long ago when a brutal assault on a mass gathering transformed a peaceful crowd into a terror and tragedy crowd. Human beings were killed and wounded just by …
(2025-12-18). 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.
(2025-12-18). CSIR UGC NET December 2025 Admit Card: Link, Steps to Download. ummid.com CSIR UGC NET December 2025: The National Testing Agency (NTA) is releasing on its official website 'csirnet.nta.nic.in' the Admit Card and Hall Tickets of the candidates who have registered for the CSIR UGC NET December 2025.
(2025-12-18). Does Zelensky really want peace? Kremlin gives cryptic response after Berlin talks. hindustantimes.com Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov addressed questions on possible US diplomacy, sanctions, and the Ukraine conflict during a press briefing in Moscow. Peskov said a visit by US special envoy Steve Witkoff is not planned this week, adding that Russia expects updates once Washington completes consultations with Ukraine and Europe. Commenting on peace prospects, Peskov said Moscow will assess official documents before drawing conclusions. He also warned that any new US sanctions, including against Russia's shadow tanker fleet, would harm efforts at normalisation. Russia's stance on foreign troops in Ukraine, he str…
(2025-12-18). MeitY issues warning over fake DigiLocker app. ummid.com The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has issued a warning against a fake DigiLocker app found circulating online.
(2025-12-18). For a united global movement against layoffs in the auto industry! wsws.org Workers in one country cannot defend their jobs by sacrificing workers in another. Their class interests transcend national rivalries and the chaos of the market. Workers share a common interest in the use of technology to benefit all of humanity, rather than to enrich a privileged few.
(2025-12-18). 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.
(2025-12-18). Lukashenko explains decision to bet on China instead of European democracy. eng.belta.by During the interview the Belarusian head of state was asked about China and its leader Xi Jinping. Aleksandr Lukashenko explained that he visited China for the first time 30 years ago when he was a member of the parliament and back then he already noticed that China is destined for a great future.
(2025-12-18). Abuse and exploitation endemic in Australia's Pacific "guest worker" scheme. wsws.org Despite ongoing complaints, exposures and official inquiries into the exploitative Pacific labour schemes over many years, little has changed.
(2025-12-18). Ukraine's big admission: Putin's army swells to 710,000 as Zelensky scrambles for whooping $60 Billion. hindustantimes.com Russia has launched a massive war-ending offensive on Ukraine, deploying 710,000 troops while Kyiv faces catastrophic losses. Ukrainian Commander Oleksandr Syrskyi confirmed heavy casualties, with nearly half a million troops lost, as Russia continues its strategic push across Luhansk, Donetsk, Zaporizhzhia, and Kherson. The Institute for the Study of War reports Russia has occupied 4,669 sq. km in 2025, a 22% increase over last year. Amid the conflict, Ukraine requests $60 billion from the U.S. and Europe for 2026 defense costs. Tensions escalate as Moscow pursues its objectives, ignoring NATO warnings and conti…
(2025-12-18). 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.
(2025-12-18). Macro policy support to see 2026 boost. ecns.cn China will step up macroeconomic policy support next year, intensifying efforts to expand domestic demand, deepen market reforms and stabilize the property sector, officials and experts said.
(2025-12-18). The Master of the World: America's National Security Strategy. globalresearch.ca The White House has published the 'National Security Strategy of the United States of America', an annual document signed by President Trump that outlines the fundamental principles of US policy. This important document has essentially been ignored by our mainstream …
(2025-12-18). Trump rewrites White House history with plaques mocking predecessors. scmp.com The White House has installed new plaques beneath photos of former leaders on US President Donald Trump's "Presidential Walk of Fame" at the White House that sharply criticise his Democratic predecessors. | The plaques were a striking addition because both Republicans and Democrats have traditionally viewed the historic building as a symbol of national unity. Trump, however, has not shied from using the White House as a stage for his more combative style of politics and for rewriting history.
(2025-12-18). Tibetan film honors those serving high-altitude communities. ecns.cn The Tibetan film Puruo Gangri premiered nationwide on Wednesday, depicting the spirit of perseverance and dedication of the remote Tsonyi county of the Xizang autonomous region.
(2025-12-18). Interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS comes nearest to Earth ahead of Christmas. ummid.com Interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS is coming nearest to Earth on December 19, and astronomers are eager to welcome it as a Christmas 2025 gift.
(2025-12-18). Lukashenko describes Putin as a political. eng.belta.by Russian President Vladimir Putin is a strong politician and a good person, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko said in an interview with the U.S. media company Newsmax, BelTA has learned.
(2025-12-18). Trump denounces actor-director Rob Reiner as "very bad for the country" following tragic killings. wsws.org Reiner has been a household name in the US since his days on the immensely popular situation comedy "All in the Family" in the 1970s.
(2025-12-18). 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.
(2025-12-18). Dubai RTA's groundbreaking drone initiative transforms traffic signal maintenance. geo.tv 
Drones clean traffic signals during a pilot operation launched by Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority as part of efforts to ensure the effective use of drone technology in maintenance work. —X/rta_dubaiThe Roads and Transport Authority in Dubai has rolled out a pilot…
(2025-12-18). Cuban Chess Player Berdayes Sharpens His Undefeated Record in Mexico. radiohc.cu Havana, November 17 (RHC) — Cuban Dylan Berdayes, undefeated and with a steady hand, defends his place today among the leaders of the Master group of the Carlos Torre in Memoriam International Tournament. | After four of nine rounds in Progreso, Berdayes has 3.5 points and is second on tiebreaks in a group that also includes fellow Cuban Luis Ernesto Quesada, representing Mexico, Colombian Joshua Daniel Ruiz, and Ukrainian Viktor Matviishen. | The fifth round offers some interesting matchups: Berdayes will face Quesada on the top board, while Ruiz will play Matviishen on the other top board. | To reach his c…
(2025-12-18). Experts: Lai not freedom fighter, but a pawn of the West. ecns.cn Jimmy Lai Chee-ying is not a fighter for democracy or press freedom, but a pawn of Western countries, experts and political heavyweights in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region said on Wednesday, emphasizing that freedom of speech remains intact and vibrant in the city.
(2025-12-18). Inside China's Secret Push to Build Its Own Extreme UV Chip Machine. moderndiplomacy.eu In a high-security laboratory in Shenzhen, Chinese scientists have built a prototype of a machine capable of producing the most advanced semiconductor chips used in artificial intelligence, smartphones and modern weapons systems, Reuters has learned. The development represents a milestone Washington has spent years trying to prevent through export controls and diplomatic pressure. Completed in …
(2025-12-18). The threat we refuse to name. onlineopinion.com.au You can screen luggage, weapons and criminal records. You cannot screen worldviews that rank collective loyalty above individual life – and no amount of security theatre can compensate.
(2025-12-18). 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.
(2025-12-18). Brazil's Congress passes bill to cut Bolsonaro's 27-year prison sentence. scmp.com Brazil's Senate on Wednesday passed a bill to slash the prison term of far-right former president Jair Bolsonaro, who was convicted of plotting a coup after losing re-election to left-winger Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva. | Passed by the lower chamber last week, the bill now heads to Lula, whose expected veto could eventually be overridden by Congress.
(2025-12-18). 'Core 5' over G7? Lukashenko offers geopolitical forecast. eng.belta.by "I have heard from the media that Trump is ready to create a bloc of five states: Russia, China, Japan, the United States of America, and India. I think if this union is established, the world will be completely different, and this will happen in a short period of time," the head of state said.
(2025-12-18). China accelerates push for autonomous driving. ecns.cn China's autonomous driving industry has entered a new phase of accelerated development, as the country approved two cars with level-3 autonomous driving capabilities, marking the first time that such vehicles have been cleared by the national regulator as authorized products nearly ready for mass adoption.
(2025-12-18). Qatar's Energy Advantage Powers Its AI Push in the Gulf. moderndiplomacy.eu Qatar is trying to catch up in the artificial intelligence (AI) race in the Gulf, relying on its low-cost energy and financial resources. The country is launching Qai, supported by its sovereign wealth fund and a joint venture with Brookfield, marking a significant step into the AI sector. This move is part of a broader …
(2025-12-18). Lukashenko presents Coale with 'pragmatic proposals' relevant to U.S. interests. eng.belta.by The United States should engage in a dialogue based on pragmatism, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko said an interview with the U.S. media company Newsmax.
(2025-12-18). China launches island-wide special customs operations in Hainan FTP. ecns.cn China's Hainan Free Trade Port (FTP) launches island-wide special customs operations Thursday.
(2025-12-18). Saudi Arabia, other GCC countries ban Dhurandhar. ummid.com Saudi Arabia and other GCC countries have banned the star studded Bollywood film, Dhurandhar, for its anti-Pakistan narrative.
(2025-12-18). 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.
(2025-12-18). Outrage as Bihar CM Nitish pulls down Muslim doctor's Hijab. ummid.com In a bizarre and sexist incident captured on camera, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar forcibly pulled down Hijab from the face of a Muslim doctor sparking a nationwide outrage.
(2025-12-18). Will Lehman: Every worker should be using Socialism AI. wsws.org Mack Trucks worker and UAW presidential candidate Will Lehman released this video explaining the significance of Socialism AI for the working class.
(2025-12-18). Trump Administration To Dismantle One of World's Most Vital Climate Research Centers. portside.org Trump Administration To Dismantle One of World's Most Vital Climate Research Centers |
(2025-12-18). Takeaways from Trump's Year-End White House Address. moderndiplomacy.eu U.S. President Donald Trump used his pre-holiday address on Wednesday to frame his first year in office as a success while attributing many ongoing problems to former President Joe Biden. Trump opened with the line: "Good evening, America. Eleven months ago, I inherited a mess, and I'm fixing it," setting the tone for the evening. …
(2025-12-18). US forces strike another alleged drug boat in eastern Pacific, killing 4. scmp.com The US military said on Wednesday that it attacked a boat accused of smuggling drugs in the eastern Pacific Ocean, killing four people on the same day the US House rejected efforts to limit President Donald Trump's power to use military force against drug cartels. | US Southern Command stated on social media that the vessel was operated by narco-terrorists along a known trafficking route. The military didn't provide evidence behind the allegations but posted a video of a boat moving through water…
(2025-12-18). EU Summit: Pledging Financial Support for Ukraine's Future. devdiscourse.com European leaders are set to leave this week's EU summit with a concrete decision regarding Ukraine's financial requirements for the years 2026 to 2027. This commitment was reaffirmed by Antonio Costa, head of the European Council, during a press briefing on Thursday.
(2025-12-18). With Caesar Sanctions Off, Now Syria Can Rebuild. globalresearch.ca On December 10, the U.S. House of Representatives approved a massive defense bill known as the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), authorizing a record $901 billion in annual military spending. The bill also includes the repeal of the Caesar Syria …
(2025-12-18). Nissan Accelerates Expansion in India with New Models. devdiscourse.com Nissan, the Japanese automotive giant, has announced a strategic expansion in the Indian market with plans to launch three new models within the next 14-16 months. The new lineup features the seven-seater Gravite, set to debut in early 2026. The company's strategy aims to bolster its market presence.
(2025-12-18). Putin's speech: Ukraine & EU's worst fear is here? Oreshnik warheads ready for 2025. hindustantimes.com Russia says its new Oreshnik intercontinental ballistic missile system will be on full combat duty by the end of the year, President Vladimir Putin has announced. The deployment marks another step in Moscow's ongoing nuclear forces modernisation amid deep tensions with the West. The advanced ICBM platform, designed to strengthen Russia's nuclear deterrent against the United States and NATO, is expected to enter service as part of an accelerated push to modernise the strategic rocket forces. Watch for details…
(2025-12-18). SPL 2025/26: Al Nassr Top Goal Scorer So Far – Courtesy Felix, Ronaldo. ummid.com Saudi FC Al Nassr is the top goal scorer in the 2025-26 Saudi Pro League (SPL) season so far, courtesy its Skipper Cristiano Ronaldo and attacking Midfielder/Forward Joao Felix.
(2025-12-18). Mainland spokesperson rebukes Japanese PM's erroneous claim. ecns.cn A Chinese mainland spokesperson on Wednesday reiterated that the Taiwan question is purely China's internal affair, and resolving it is a matter for the Chinese people themselves, brooking no external interference.
(2025-12-18). 64 sculptors build 19-meter-tall snowman in Harbin. ecns.cn China has once again urged certain individuals in Japan to stop peddling false narratives, retract erroneous remarks on the Taiwan question, and provide a responsible explanation to China and the international community.
(2025-12-18). 25 held accountable over fatal school fire in central China's Henan. ecns.cn Authorities have held 25 people accountable following an investigation into a fatal fire at a school in central China's Henan Province that killed 13 people, according to an official report released Wednesday.
(2025-12-18). 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?
(2025-12-18). European powers set course for escalation of war in Ukraine against Russia. wsws.org The talks on a supposed "peace plan" for Ukraine, which took place in Berlin over the past few days, have made one thing clear above all else: the leading European powers—above all Germany—are doing everything they can to prolong NATO's war against Russia.
(2025-12-18). Airbus delivers 800th A320 assembled in China. ecns.cn Airbus on Wednesday delivered its 800th A320 Family aircraft assembled in China, underscoring the European planemaker's long-term manufacturing presence in the country.
(2025-12-18). Who's Really Pulling the Trigger: The Shooter, or the Predator Lobby? portside.org Who's Really Pulling the Trigger: The Shooter, or the Predator Lobby? |
(2025-12-18). How media misrepresent politicians: Lukashenko explains with example of Kim Jong Un. eng.belta.by Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko shared his impressions of President of the State Affairs Commission of North Korea Kim Jong Un in an interview with the U.S. media company Newsmax.
(2025-12-18). The Ukraine War — Where it Stands Today. globalresearch.ca The leadership in Kiev has repeatedly required two major conditions as a quid pro quo for ending the three and one-half year-long war with Moscow.
(2025-12-18). U.S. Inflation Likely Hit 18-Month High in November as Tariffs Bite. moderndiplomacy.eu U.S. consumer prices likely rose at their fastest annual pace in about a year and a half in November, underscoring mounting affordability pressures for American households that economists partly attribute to higher import tariffs. A Reuters survey of economists predicts the Consumer Price Index increased 3.1% year-on-year in November, which would mark the largest rise …
(2025-12-18). EXCLUSIVE: Feinstein tells Starmer, Lammy their 'hero' Mandela would be outraged by them. thecanary.co Former African National Congress (ANC) MP and Mandela government minister turned investigative journalist and UK political campaigner Andrew Feinstein, now based in London, knew Nelson Mandela well. And he has written to Keir Starmer and 'justice' secretary David Lammy to tell them that Mandela, whom they both claim as their hero, would be "shocked and […] | By
(2025-12-18). Nothing Raises USD 8 Million in Successful Community Investment Round. devdiscourse.com London-based tech brand Nothing has successfully raised over USD 8 million in its third community investment round, the company announced on Thursday. The round attracted over 5,000 new investors, valuing the company at USD 1.3 billion.
(2025-12-18). Lukashenko: Trump can go down in history as president of peace. eng.belta.by Current occupant of the White House Donald Trump can go down in history as the president of peace, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko said in an interview with the U.S. media company Newsmax.
(2025-12-18). Guangzhou customs uncovers major case of smuggling pregnant women's blood samples. ecns.cn The Anti-Smuggling Bureau of Guangzhou Customs mobilized 265 police officers and successfully dismantled two criminal gangs engaged in smuggling blood samples from pregnant women overseas, with over 100,000 such samples involved.
(2025-12-18). Former senior political advisor of Sichuan sentenced to 14 years. ecns.cn Cui Baohua, a former senior political advisor of Sichuan province, has been sentenced to 14 years in prison and fined 5 million yuan ($710,000) for accepting bribes, CCTV News reported on Wednesday.
(2025-12-18). First batch of zero-tariff petrochemical materials clears customs as Hainan launches island-wide operations. ecns.cn As China's Hainan Free Trade Port (FTP) launched island-wide special customs operations Thursday, the first batch of petrochemical raw and auxiliary materials imported under the zero-tariff policy arrived at Yangpu Economic Development Zone.
(2025-12-18). Night view of the 27th Harbin Ice and Snow World resembles fairy tale. ecns.cn The 27th Ice and Snow World opens to the public in Harbin, northeast China's Heilongjiang Province, on Dec. 17, 2025. This year's edition is themed "A Fairy Tale World of Ice and Snow," with the park's total area expanding to 1.2 million square meters and ice and snow usage reaching 400,000 cubic meters.
(2025-12-18). Number of Indian-Americans in Zohran Mamdani's Transition Team. ummid.com New York City Mayor, Zohran Mamdani, has included a number of Indian Americans in his transition team.
(2025-12-18). Supreme Court Halts Hearing on Liquor Scam Until January: The Chaitanya Baghel Case. devdiscourse.com The Supreme Court has adjourned the hearing of Chaitanya Baghel's appeal about his arrest in a controversial liquor scam to January. Baghel, son of the former Chhattisgarh Chief Minister, is contesting his arrest and challenging the provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA).
(2025-12-18). PSG: Intercontinental Cup Football Champion. radiohc.cu Havana, December 17 (RHC) — Paris Saint-Germain of France defeated Flamengo of Brazil on penalties today in the final of the Intercontinental Cup. | The 90 minutes of regulation time ended in a 1-1 draw, with Khvicha Kvaratskhelia of Georgia scoring for the European champions in the 38th minute, and Jorginho of Italy and Brazil equalizing for the Copa Libertadores winners in the 62nd minute from the penalty spot. | With nothing significant happening in extra time, the match went to penalties, where Flamengo's performance was disastrous, converting only one of their five attempts. | PSG thus secured their fir…
(2025-12-18). Priyanka Gandhi Leads Charge Against Controversial Rural Jobs Bill. devdiscourse.com Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra strongly criticized the G RAM G Bill on Thursday, stating that it threatens to dismantle the rural employment guarantee scheme.
(2025-12-18). Jimmy Lai told eight lies in court: local media in HKSAR. ecns.cn On December 15, a panel of three judges delivered a verdict in the conspiracy case involving Jimmy Lai Chee-ying, founder of Next Digital, and three companies formerly affiliated with the now-defunct Apple Daily.
(2025-12-18). Pushing Muslim Political Consciousness Back to Pre-Partition Mindset. ummid.com The Indian Muslims are currently not just back to square one — they are, in truth, below zero, because whatever political capital the community had before the Partition has eroded further.
(2025-12-18). Qatar and US Seek Peace in Congo-Rwanda Conflict and Challenge Chinese Influence. globalresearch.ca United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio lamented on December 13 that Rwanda's actions in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) are "a clear violation of" the peace deal brokered by President Donald Trump at the beginning of December, who …
(2025-12-18). Tragedy Strikes: Deadly Pile-Up on Yamuna Expressway Claims 19 Lives. devdiscourse.com Nineteen people have tragically lost their lives following a catastrophic multi-vehicle accident on the Yamuna Expressway in Mathura, officials confirmed on Thursday.
(2025-12-18). 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).
(2025-12-18). Myanmar journalist Sut Ring Pan serving 13 years in prison on incitement, terrorism charges. CPJ staff
(2025-12-18). Belarusian journalist Maryna Zolatava released after serving over 4 years in prison. CPJ Staff
(2025-12-18). CPJ: Trump's BBC lawsuit is yet another attack on US media freedom. CPJ Staff
(2025-12-18). CPJ, partners call for the immediate release of Yemeni journalist Naseh Shaker. CPJ Staff
(2025-12-18). Bangladesh arrests veteran journalist Anis Alamgir on terrorism charges. CPJ Staff
(2025-12-18). Man storms Infomax newsroom during live broadcast in North Macedonia. CPJ Staff
(2025-12-18). Palestinian journalist Sami al-Sai alleges torture, sexual violence in Israeli prison. CPJ Staff
(2025-12-18). Punjab rural polls: AAP wins over 200 zila parishad zones, leading in panchayat samiti; counting still on. devdiscourse.com
(2025-12-18). Here's the global playbook being used to crack down on climate protest. grist.org
(2025-12-18). Link to yesterday afternoon's conversation with Glenn Diesen. gilbertdoctorow.com
(2025-12-18). CPJ joins 32 groups urging UK leader Starmer to secure Jimmy Lai's release during China trade talks. CPJ Staff
(2025-12-18). CPJ, partners condemn jailing of Vietnamese journalist Pham Doan Trang on sentencing anniversary. CPJ staff
(2025-12-18). Karnataka Assembly passes bill on hate speech amid din by BJP MLAs. devdiscourse.com
(2025-12-18). Japón colabora con UNICEF en beneficio del pueblo cubano. radiohc.cu El embajador de Japón en Cuba, Nakamura Kazuhito y la Representante Adjunta de la Oficina del Fondo de Naciones Unidas para la Infancia, UNICEF, en la isla, Sunny Guidotti intercambiaron notas que oficializan un nuevo proyecto de cooperación valorado en un millón de dólares. | La inversion se realizará para mejorar la infraestructura y los servicios de agua, saneamiento, higiene y salud materno-infantil en comunidades vulnerables de Guantánamo, Granma y Santiago de Cuba. | Con una duración de 24 meses, la iniciativa, que de firma especial, beneficiará a niñas, niños, adolescentes y mujeres embarazadas, prioriza e…
(2025-12-18). Nueva tasa de cambio en Cuba: Ocho preguntas para comprender cómo funcionará. cubadebate.cu Como informó recientemente la ministra presidenta del Banco Central de Cuba, el país contará con una nueva tasa de cambio oficial. Para conocer el alcance real de la medida, cómo impactará en los diversos actores de la economía y en la población, conversamos con Ian Pedro Carbonell, director de Políticas Macroeconómicas del Banco Central de Cuba.
(2025-12-18). Holguín clasifica a postemporada de la Serie Nacional de Beisbol. cubadebate.cu Los Cachorros de Holguín sellaron hoy su clasificación a la postemporada de la 64 Serie Nacional de Béisbol tras barrer en doble jornada a Ciego de àÅvila y alcanzar su victoria 43 del calendario. En el estadio José Ramón Cepero, la tropa nororiental impuso su ley con un primer nocaut de 11-1, sustentado en una ofensiva demoledora.
(2025-12-18). Cuba contará con una nueva tasa de cambio desde este 18 de diciembre. radiohc.cu Comparecencia especial de la ministra presidenta del Banco Central de Cuba, Juana Lilia Delgado Portal. La Habana 17 de diciembre de 2025. | Como se ha venido informando por el Gobierno de la República, el Banco Central de Cuba ha trabajado en la creación de condiciones para iniciar transformaciones en el mercado cambiario de divisas, bajo principios de gradualidad y temporalidad. | En la economía cubana coexisten actualmente distintas tasas de cambio de las divisas, lo que genera distorsiones, incentiva la informalidad y dificulta la trazabilidad bancaria y fiscal de los hechos económicos. | Esta transformación…
(2025-12-18). Ballet Nacional de Cuba donará ingresos de dos funciones a damnificados por huracán Melissa. radiohc.cu La directora del Ballet Nacional de Cuba (BNC), Viengsay Valdés, anunció este miércoles que la compañía donará los ingresos de sus funciones de 'Don Quijote', de los días 19 y 20 de diciembre, a los damnificados del huracán Melissa. | El colectivo danzario, Patrimonio Cultural de la Nación, insta a quienes quieran colaborar con este noble fin a asistir a los primeros espectáculos de la temporada del clásico 'Don Quijote', en la sala Avellaneda del Teatro Nacional.Se trata de un ciclo muy especial porque contempla el debut de jóvenes figuras con muchos deseos de destacarse, entre ellos, Laura Kamila, Nadila Estrad…
(2025-12-18). Banco Central informa nueva tasa de cambio oficial. cubadebate.cu En correspondencia con las transformaciones cambiarias anunciadas por el Banco Central de Cuba, se establece que este 18 de junio entran en vigor las nuevas medidas relacionadas con el mercado cambiario. Cubadebate comparte con sus lectores, la nueva tasa oficial.
(2025-12-18). Desde este 18 de diciembre, Cuba contará con una nueva tasa de cambio (+ Video). cubadebate.cu Se ha decidido poner en vigor, este 18 de diciembre de 2025, las medidas que garantizan la transformación del mercado cambiario de divisas. En esta primera etapa, se ha concebido su estructuración en tres segmentos cambiarios, dos tasas de cambio fijas -ya existentes- un segmento I que opera a 1 por 24, un segmento II que opera a 1 por 120, y se añade un tercer segmento con una tasa de cambio flotante…
(2025-12-18). En Camagàºey aseguran carga para vehículos eléctricos de Etecsa (+ Fotos). cubadebate.cu El primer sistema fotovoltaico de la División Territorial de la Empresa de Telecomunicaciones de Cuba (Etecsa) fue inaugurado hoy en el Taller de Transporte de la entidad con el propósito de dar sostenibilidad a la flota de ocho carros eléctricos recibidos en el año 2023.
(2025-12-18). Aguas de La Habana desmiente rumores sobre supuesta contaminación de fuente El Gato. cubadebate.cu La Empresa Aguas de La Habana informó que la fuente de abasto El Gato mantiene condiciones óptimas de operación, y descartó versiones difundidas en redes sociales sobre una supuesta contaminación. La entidad aseguró que funciona de manera óptima el punto de cloración de la fuente subterránea, reconocida por su excelente calidad del agua.
(2025-12-18). Nueva Gerona, 195 años de historia. cubadebate.cu Este 17 de diciembre conmemoramos el 195 aniversario de la fundación de la población de Nueva Gerona, principal urbe de la Isla de la Juventud. Aprovechando esta celebración, los invitamos a explorar la historia, algunos de los sitios más emblemáticos y los valores culturales y naturales de esta urbe singular, como justo preludio a su bicentenario.
(2025-12-18). EEUU envía migrantes a Base Naval de Guantánamo a la espera de su deportación. radiohc.cu El Gobierno de Estados Unidos envió en las últimas horas a un nuevo grupo de migrantes a su base naval de Guantánamo, en territorio usurpado a Cuba, a la espera de su deportación, en el marco del endurecimiento de las políticas migratorias del presidente Donald Trump. | El traslado fue confirmado a Europa Press por fuentes del Departamento de Seguridad Nacional estadounidense después de que el diario The New York Times indicara que 22 migrantes cubanos habían sido llevados este martes a Guantánamo, en un vuelo organizado por el Servicio de Control de Inmigración y Aduanas (ICE, según sus siglas en inglés). | "Hem…
(2025-12-18). Máxima representante de la organización de féminas cubanas encabeza debates sobre Programa de Gobierno. radiohc.cu 
Para mirar profundamente cuánto más puede enriquecerse el Programa de Gobierno para corregir distorsiones y reimpulsar la economía, un grupo de federadas de la ciudad de Santa Clara sostuvieron un encuentro presidido por Teresa Amarelle Boué, miembro del Buró Político y Secretaria General de la Federación de Mujeres Cubanas. | ´Necesitamos que todo el pueblo conozca las interioridades de este programa, para que nuestra gente aporte soluciones, propuestas interesantes, sugerencias de lo que podemos aportar a este documento. En los diez objetivos, la FMC puede hacer mucho, desde la disminución del déficit fis…
(2025-12-18). Aguas de La Habana desmiente rumores sobre fuente de abasto El Gato. radiohc.cu La Empresa Aguas de La Habana informó este miércoles que la fuente de abasto El Gato mantiene condiciones óptimas de operación, y descartó versiones difundidas en redes sociales sobre una supuesta contaminación. | En nota informativa, la entidad aseguró que funciona de manera óptima el punto de cloración de la fuente subterránea, reconocida por su excelente calidad del agua, lo cual garantiza la potabilidad del líquido que llega a los hogares.De manera oficial y categórica, la Empresa Aguas de La Habana desmiente las informaciones falsas que circulan en redes sociales sobre una supuesta contaminación", refirió.
(2025-12-18). Díaz-Canel interviene desde el Capitolio Nacional en el acto por el lanzamiento del Proyecto "25 para el 25" cubadebate.cu El Proyecto "25 para el 25", iniciativa de la presidenta mexicana Claudia Sheinbaum, distribuirá gratuitamente 2.5 millones de libros a jóvenes de 15 a 30 años en 14 países de América Latina. Por tan inspiradora razón, en la tarde de este miércoles, desde el Capitolio Nacional, el presidente Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, simultáneamente a la presentación inaugural de su homóloga desde el Zócalo en la Ciudad de México, dio luz verde al inicio de este proyecto educativo y cultural que también incluye a Cuba.
(2025-12-18). Real Madrid Advances to the Round of 16 in the Copa del Rey of Spanish Football. radiohc.cu Havana, December 17 (RHC) — Real Madrid defeated Talavera De La Reina three goals to two today and advanced to the round of 16 in the Copa del Rey in Spanish football. | Frenchman Kylian Mbappé opened the scoring in the 41st minute from the penalty spot, an own goal by Manu Farrando (45+1) doubled the lead, and the French striker himself added a third in the 88th minute, while Nahuel Arroyo (80) and Argentine Gonzalo Di Renzo (90+1) sent the home crowd into a frenzy. | Meanwhile, Atlético de Madrid also defeated Atlético Baleares 3-2 with two goals from Frenchman Antoine Griezmann and one from Italian Giacom…
(2025-12-18). Estados Unidos vota a favor de levantar las sanciones a Siria. cubadebate.cu El Senado de Estados Unidos votó a favor de levantar las sanciones a Siria bajo la "Ley César" y aprobó el anexo del Pentágono sobre este asunto.
(2025-12-18). DAILY MEMO: ICE And Border Patrol Spotted In 18 Cities Taking Street Vendors, Construction Workers, and Crashing Into Vehicles While Chasing People. lataco.com ICE and Border Patrol took, that we know of, somewhere around 19 to 25 people today from at least 18 neighborhoods and cities they were present in, including San Bernardino, Riverside, Highland, Palm Springs, Rialto, Thousand Oaks, Simi Valley, San Diego, Anaheim, Santa Ana, Lancaster, Palmdale, Antelope Valley, and Victor Ville which was all ICE today. While Border Patrol raided through Arcadia, El Monte, Temple City, and Rosemead.
(2025-12-18). Watch: Ahmed al Ahmed tackles, disarms Bondi Beach gunman. ummid.com In a rare display of bravery, a Muslim fruit seller, later identified as Ahmed el Ahmad, tackled and disarmed the Bondi Beach gunman who targeted the Jewish festival Sunday.
(2025-12-18). risks, no moral La Trobe and the Bendigo Writers Festival. independentaustralia.net 
(2025-12-17). Iran calls for accountability for Gaza crimes in meeting with OIC chief. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister for Legal and International Affairs, Kazem Gharibabadi, met with the Secretary General of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), Hussein Ibrahim Taha, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on Tuesday.
(2025-12-17). Pakistan army chief Asim Munir faces critical test as US pushes to send troops in Gaza mission. ptcnews.tv PTC Web Desk: Pakistan's Chief of Army Staff, Field Marshal Asim Munir, is facing one of the most difficult challenges of his expanding authority as the US urges Islamabad to contribute troops to a pr | Pakistan army chief Asim Munir faces critical test as US pushes to send troops in Gaza mission…
(2025-12-17). Gaza militia leader says Israel funds, feeds, protects his group. newarab.com 
A militia leader operating in Gaza against Hamas authorities has said his group is funded and backed by Israel, as Tel Aviv continues efforts to tighten its control over the besieged enclave. | Speaking to Israel's right-wing Channel 14, "They provide us with weapons, food, drink and clothing. We have security coordination at the highest level," Abu Nassira told Channel 14 reporter Ahikam Himm…
(2025-12-17). How Your Engagement Ring Helps Fund Genocide In Gaza. popularresistance.org Did your engagement ring help fund a genocide in Gaza? Quite possibly. Despite possessing no mines of their own, Israel is a major player in the world's diamond business, buying up minerals across Africa and selling them to the West, netting billions in the process. Diamonds are Israel's most important export, and directly bankroll the country's ongoing genocide against the people of Gaza. MintPress explores the dark world of Israeli blood diamonds. | Any visitor walking through Tel Aviv's exclusive Ramat Gan district will be struck by its wealth. Skyscrapers are everywhere, and expensive jewelry stores lines the…
(2025-12-17). Gaza's fishers tempt fate to feed the hungry. electronicintifada.net Gaza's fishing sector, once a crucial source of livelihoods, is operating at just 7.3 percent of its pre-genocide capacity.
(2025-12-17). Satellite images reveal Israeli demolitions in Gaza during ceasefire. aljazeera.com Satellite images show Israeli forces in Gaza have continued to demolish civilian buildings during the ceasefire.
(2025-12-17). Democracy Now! 2025-12-17 Wednesday. democracynow.org Headlines for December 17, 2025; A Path to WWIII? Greg Grandin on Venezuela, Trump's "Madman Doctrine" & More; Chile's Trump? Ariel Dorfman on the Election of Pinochet Admirer José Antonio Kast; How Did Epstein Get Rich? The New York Times Investigates His "Scams, Schemes, Ruthless Cons" | Headlines for December 17, 2025; A Path to WWIII? Greg Grandin on Venezuela, Trump's "Madman Doctrine" & More; Chile's Trump? Ariel Dorfman on the Election of Pinochet Admirer José Antonio Kast; How Did Epstein Get Rich? The New York Times Investigates His "Scams,…
(2025-12-17). Statement from the Cuban Institute of Friendship with the Peoples (ICAP). radiohc.cu The Cuban Institute of Friendship with the Peoples (ICAP) strongly condemns the threat by U.S. President Donald Trump to impose a naval blockade against Venezuela. | This action constitutes the practical application of the "Trump Corollary" to the Monroe Doctrine, explicitly reiterated in the National Security Strategy for Our America. The pretext of combating drug trafficking and terrorism proves once again to be a facade to justify completely illegal actions that undermine regional and global peace. | We denounce this hybrid warfare maneuver, which escalates the aggression to a dangerous military level with the…
(2025-12-17). Venezuela Condemns US Piracy Before UN as Killings Resume; US Debate Heats Up, and Trinidad Lends Airports to US Military Operations. orinocotribune.com Caracas ( The letter, presented by Venezuela's ambassador to the UN, Samuel Moncada, to Security Council President Samuel Z'bogar of Slovenia, concerns the Dec. 10, 2025, incident in international waters of the Caribbean wherein US forces targeted a private oil tanker engaged in legitimate trade while it transported Venezu…
(2025-12-17). Trump imposes blockade, admits Venezuela war is about oil. peoplesworld.org 
Oil, oil, oil, oil, oil—the word appeared five times in President Donald Trump's Truth Social post on Tuesday announcing the U.S. military was imposing a "TOTAL AND COMPLETE BLOCKADE" of sanctioned oil tankers going into and out of Venezuela. The White House occupant's inability to restrain himself from openly coveting the South American nation's natural …
(2025-12-17). Cuba condemns U.S. threats against Venezuela at UN Security Council. radiohc.cu Cuba reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to peace and condemned the threats made by the United States government against Venezuela, including the extraordinary military deployment in the Caribbean under the false pretext of the fight against drugs. | During the recent Security Council debate on "Maintaining International Peace and Security: Leadership for Peace," the Chargé d'Affaires ad interim of the Permanent Mission of Cuba to the United Nations, Ambassador Yuri Gala, denounced the persistent interference in Venezuelan airspace. | The Cuban diplomat also deplored the psychological warfare and smear campaigns…
(2025-12-17). Source: Trump To Announce War With Venezuela Tonight. news.antiwar.com President Trump is expected to announce plans to launch a war with Venezuela this evening when he addresses the nation at 9: 00 pm EST, a high-placed source on Capitol Hill has told Antiwar.com. Also, earlier in the day, Tucker Carlson told Judge Andrew Napolitano that he has heard from a member of Congress that Trump …
(2025-12-17). Venezuela int'l conferenceU.S. delegates defy 'no-fly zone'. workers.org 
Caracas, Venezuela A delegation from the U.S. traveled to Venezuela to attend the People's Assembly for Peace and Sovereignty in our Americas held in Caracas from December 9—11. The activists represented organizations opposing U.S. imperialist wars and took part in a coordinated week of action across 100 cities from November . . . | Continue reading Venezuela int'l conference | U.S. delegates defy 'no-fly zone' at Workers.org
(2025-12-17). ICAP condemns U.S. naval blockade against Venezuela. plenglish.com Havana, Dec 17 (Prensa Latina) The Cuban Institute of Friendship with Peoples (ICAP) issued a strong statement today condemning US President Donald Trump's recent threat to impose a naval blockade against Venezuela.
(2025-12-17). Will the peoples of the world allow imperial oppression? radiohc.cu The pirate of the Caribbean has finally dropped his mask: it's no longer just the false news that Venezuela and its leaders are drug traffickers, but he declared, without hesitation and with a fury that rhymes with madness, that he will impose a naval oil blockade on the Maduro government "until they return to the United States all the oil, land, and other assets they stole from us."
(2025-12-17). Trump Declares 'Total and Complete Blockade' of 'Sanctioned Oil Tankers' in and Out of Venezuela. news.antiwar.com President Trump on Tuesday issued a post on Truth Social where he declared a "total and complete blockade" of all "sanctioned oil tankers" going into or out of Venezuela, as he continues to take aggressive action against the country with the aim of ousting President Nicolas Maduro. "Venezuela is completely surrounded by the largest Armada …
(2025-12-17). In step toward war, Trump orders "a total and complete blockade" of Venezuelan oil. wsws.org The US president declared Venezuela a "Foreign Terrorist Organization" and claimed the country owes the United States "oil, land, and other assets."
(2025-12-17). Historian: US Escalation Against Venezuela Isn't About Drugs — It's About Maduro. truthout.org President Trump has ordered what he called a "total and complete blockade" of sanctioned oil tankers entering and leaving Venezuela, as the United States escalates pressure on the government of President Nicolás Maduro. The move comes amid a major U.S. military buildup in the region and days after U.S. forces seized an oil tanker carrying Venezuelan oil. Since September, the U.S. |
(2025-12-17). Trump Doesn't Mention Venezuela War Plans in Evening Address. news.antiwar.com Updated on December 17, 2025, at 9: 24 pm EST President Trump did not discuss plans for war with Venezuela during an evening address he gave on Wednesday. Earlier, Antiwar.com had reported, citing a high-placed source on Capitol Hill, that he would announce plans for military action against the country. The address focused on criticism of …
(2025-12-17). Maduro Rejects Machado's Claim That '60% of Venezuelans Are in Drug Trafficking'. orinocotribune.com On episode 99 of his "Con Maduro+" program, Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro repudiated statements by far-right leader María Corina Machado claiming that 60% of the Venezuelan population is linked to drug trafficking. | "She said something very serious—I don't know if the Public Prosecutor's Office heard it. She said 60% of the Venezuelan population is involved in drug trafficking—that is, of every 10 Venezuelans, six are in drug trafficking," Maduro said, referring to her as La Sayona. "The demon, the criminal… I usually don't pay attention to anything she does because she is demented with hatre…
(2025-12-16). China Q&A | How to seize opportunities of the 15th Five-Year Plan and drive high-quality development through sci-tech innovation. ecns.cn As China is entering the 15th Five-Year Plan period (2026-2030), experts are asking how the country can better integrate empathy, compassion, and altruism into the development of emerging technologies. They also emphasize the need for people-oriented and environment-focused approaches to guide innovation and support high-quality growth.
(2025-12-17). Carey hits ton to lead Australia fightback. tribune.com.pk 
(2025-12-17). Health Care is Hard, Lying Republicans Make It Harder. counterpunch.org 
During his first term, after repeatedly promising the country a terrific health care plan, Donald Trump famously commented, "Nobody knew that health care could be so complicated." In fact, everyone who spent even a few minutes looking at the issue knew that health care was complicated. That is why Obamacare ended up being a hodgepodge
(2025-12-17). Seizure of Uvira in DRC "will be a blow" to peace negotiations. aljazeera.com "Wanting to give peace a chance would've meant not taking over Uvira."
(2025-12-17). 4 House Republicans Join Democrats to Force Vote on ACA Tax Credits Extension. truthout.org Four Republican lawmakers have signed onto a Democratic-led discharge petition, which aims to force a vote on a bill that would restore tax credits for millions of Americans who receive health insurance through the Affordable Care Act (ACA). Those tax credits, initially instituted during the COVID-19 pandemic, allow for more people to access the program, insuring more Americans as a result. |
(2025-12-17). Belarus, China hold ministerial consultations in Minsk. eng.belta.by The parties highlighted the strong momentum in bilateral relations and political dialogue, emphasizing the significant potential for further cooperation.
(2025-12-17). Golestan's Ghorogh Forest Park to become handicrafts center. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN ⚪ Ghorogh Forest Park in Golestan province is to turn into a center for production and distribution of handicrafts in Iran, said Deputy Minister of Handicrafts Maryam Jalali-Dehkordi on Tuesday.
(2025-12-17). From pulpit to turntables: The Priest DJ drawing young crowds across Latin America. tribune.com.pk 
Under sweeping stage lights in Monterrey, Mexico, a packed dance floor pulses as a Catholic priest in a clerical collar raises one hand from the stage, electronic beats thundering through the hall. | Photo: Reuters | Hundreds move in unison as Father Guilherme Peixoto looks out over the crowd – not from a pulpit, but from behind turntables. Peixoto, who hails from Portugal, has played at some of the world's most famous clubs. Now he's touring Latin America, filling venues from Colombia to Mexico – home to the world's second-largest Catholic population. | Each time Peixoto, a career clergyman, steps onto the st…
(2025-12-17). Australia Plans Tougher Gun Laws After Terror Attack. menafn.com (MENAFN – Gulf Times) Australia vowed stricter gun laws yesterday as it began mourning victims of its worst mass shooting in almost 30 years, in which police accused a father and son of killing 15 …
(2025-12-17). Keir Starmer Is Setting a Trap for Nigel Farage With Foreign Interference Inquiry. bylinetimes.com The For years the Labour party has been under pressure to take the issues of foreign interference, and dark money in our politics, more seriously. | However, a nervousness inside Downing Street about being seen to question the Br…
(2025-12-17). Tarar demands apologies for global reportage linking Pakistan to Bondi Beach shooting. tribune.com.pk 
Information Minister Attaullah Tarar demanded apologies and corrigendum from international media that published unverified report, linking Pakistan to the shooting at Australia's Bondi Beach. He described the coverage a 'vicious disinformation campaign' against Pakistan. | Addressing a press conference in Islamabad on Wednesday, Tarar presented video clips and timelines to demonstrate how several media organisations circulated claims that one of the attackers was Pakistani, without verification. | "A false and deliberate misinformation campaign was launched from hostile countries to malign Pakistan," he said.
(2025-12-16). China opposes Japan's attempts to create trouble and mislead public on major issues: FM. ecns.cn The recent statements made by the Japanese side show that Japan is still reluctant to do the right thing and is deliberately creating trouble on issues of critical importance in an attempt to mislead the public and hope that somehow the issue would resolve itself. China firmly opposes it, said Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Guo Jiakun at a regular press conference on Wednesday.
(2025-12-17). Iraq detains six terrorists in 3 provinces. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 17 (MNA) — Iraqi counterterrorism forces arrested 6 terrorists in coordinated operations across Baghdad, Kirkuk, and Nineveh provinces, officials said.
(2025-12-17). Consumer confidence falls in Pakistan amid rising prices, unemployment. tribune.com.pk 
Consumer confidence in Pakistan fell sharply in the first quarter of FY2025—26, reflecting caution among households even as overall sentiment remains stronger than last year. The Consumer Confidence Index dropped to 86.4 from 96.2 in the previous quarter, a decline of 10.2%. Compared to the same period last year when it stood at 72.9, the index is up 18.5%, indicating that broader stabilization is holding despite short-term fluctuations. | The Pakistan Consumer Confidence Index (CCI) for Q1 FY2025-26, released in December 2025, provides a comprehensive assessment of household sentiment across the country.
(2025-12-17). Russians at War: An honest portrayal of the people inside Russia's military. wsws.org Trofimova's documentary rejects the bogus narrative peddled by US imperialism and its Canadian and European allies about "Putin's unprovoked war," and gives voice to the ordinary Russian soldiers the Western media has systematically dehumanized.
(2025-12-17). Donald Trump's Remarks on the Death of Rob Reiner Are Next-Level Degradation. portside.org Donald Trump's Remarks on the Death of Rob Reiner Are Next-Level Degradation |
(2025-12-17). Expert: Youth will play key role in Belarus' development program until 2030. eng.belta.by Aleksandr Davydovsky, Secretary of the BRSM Youth Union Central Committee and delegate to the Belarusian People's Congress, discussed the role of young people in implementing the socio-economic development program until 2030.
(2025-12-17). Zionist lobbyists may use Sydney terror act to polish Israel's image: Lebanese analyst. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN – In an exclusive interview with Tehran Times, Hikmat Amhaz, a Lebanese political analyst and member of the International Association of Political Analysts and Experts, examines the political and media ramifications of the deadly mass shooting at Sydney's Bondi Beach.
(2025-12-17). Worst White House Chief of Staff in history tells "all" to Vanity Fair. peoplesworld.org 
WASHINGTON—In a series of interviews with Vanity Fair, President Trump's White House Chief of Staff, whose dismal performance in that job is closely followed by the poor performance of the four chiefs of staff in his first administration, revealed some horrific truths about the current administration. Chief of Staff Susie Wiles, however, incriminates herself by …
(2025-12-17). When 'our civilisation' brays. strategic-culture.su Recent, well-documented events — though conspicuously underreported by the global media apparatus — offer a striking illustration of how this zoological logic operates in practice. | Join us on , , and . | Contac…
(2025-12-17). Inside the Hunger Crisis Created by the Trump Administration. truthout.org On July 18, a mild, overcast night in Nairobi, Kenya, a team of President Donald Trump's top foreign aid advisers ducked into a meeting room at the Tribe Hotel, their luxury accommodations in the city's diplomatic quarter, for a private dinner. The visitors from Washington included Marcus Thornton, a former Border Patrol agent known for a series of public lawsuits against the Biden… |
(2025-12-17). Dembele and Bonmati scoop FIFA Best awards. tribune.com.pk 
France and Paris Saint-Germain attacker Ousmane Dembele won the men's FIFA Best award at a ceremony in Qatar on Tuesday, while Barcelona midfield maestro Aitana Bonmati collected the women's prize. | Dembele, 28, won the Ballon d'Or in September, rewarding an exceptional season with PSG, which included the Ligue 1 club's first Champions League title. | "I wanted to thank my teammates. Hard work pays off, it's been a fantastic year for me, both individually and collectively," said Dembele after the ceremony, which took place on the eve of the Intercontinental Cup final between PSG and Flamengo, also being held…
(2025-12-17). Water main break in Waterbury, Connecticut, exposes decrepit state of New England infrastructure. wsws.org By December 13, the widespread water outage had affected approximately 100,000 people in Waterbury and two suburbs, in one of the city's most significant water emergencies in decades.
(2025-12-17). Woman found dead in Orangi Town home. tribune.com.pk 
(2025-12-17). Across the U.S., Black Communities Are Taking Action to Preserve Their History. capitalbnews.org 
It all started with a QR code. When Gerry James learned this summer that signs had been posted at National Park Service sites encouraging visitors to use a QR code to report information that could be considered "negative about either past or living Americans," he wanted to change the conservation. He felt as if the …
(2025-12-17). Path towards world peace: Gorbachev comforts a grieving mother. peoplesworld.org 
Retired People's World Editor Timothy Wheeler reflects on the ever-present danger of imperialism and a historic moment in the USSR in 1988 with Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev and the grieving mother of a young activist. I was assigned by the People's Daily World (PDW) to fly to the Soviet Union to help Carl Bloice, our …
(2025-12-17). Louvre crisis: why jewel heist, staff unrest push museum to breaking point. scmp.com The ongoing strike at the Louvre is no longer just a labour dispute. It has become a test of how securely, credibly and competently the world's most visited museum is being run. | Behind the walkout are not only frayed labour relations, but a building itself under strain, with crumbling parts of the ageing former palace now deemed unsafe.
(2025-12-17). Indonesians plea for global help. tribune.com.pk 
Nurlela Agusfitri has nowhere to turn after losing her home and business to devastating floods that wreaked havoc on her Indonesian island of Sumatra, killing more than 1,000 people. | Nearly three weeks since the massive deluge ravaged the island, 40-year-old Nurlela picked her way barefoot through uprooted trees and debris, as victims and civil society groups clamoured for international aid. | The latest government figures issued on Tuesday put the death toll at 1,030 people. Another 205 remain missing in the aftermath of one of the deadliest natural disasters to hit Sumatra's resource-rich Aceh province, th…
(2025-12-17). Russian Military Present On Vessels Of Russia's Shadow Fleet Swedish Navy. menafn.com (MENAFN – UkrinForm) Swedish Navy Operations Chief Marko Petkovic stated this in an interview with SVT, TVP World reports, according to Ukrinform. | "We have seen and received information that …
(2025-12-16). Japanese woman's Beijing accident story draws millions, highlights Chinese kindness. ecns.cn A Japanese woman's social media account of the help she received after a traffic accident in Beijing has drawn millions of views, resonating widely online and sparking discussion about everyday goodwill between people of different countries.
(2025-12-16). Chinese economic official says expanding domestic demand a top priority in 2026. ecns.cn Expanding domestic demand will be the top priority of China's economic policy in 2026, according to an official from the Office of the Central Committee for Financial and Economic Affairs.
(2025-12-17). Activists graffiti hunger strikers' demands across David Lammy's office. thecanary.co Activists have graffitied the demands of eight hunger strikers across the North London office of David Lammy. The action, at the office of the deputy prime minister and justice secretary, took place early this morning, 17 December. And it happened as prison staff were denying medical care to an activist near death. Hunger strikers' demands […] | By
(2025-12-17). Oscars will move to YouTube in 2029, leaving US network ABC. scmp.com In a seismic shift for one of television's marquee events, the Academy Awards will depart ABC and begin streaming on YouTube beginning in 2029, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced on Wednesday. | ABC will continue to broadcast the annual ceremony through 2028. That year will mark the 100th Oscars.
(2025-12-17). Delegate lauds tangible support for mothers, children in Belarus. eng.belta.by Opportunities for realizing healthy ambitions in Belarus are constantly expanding, and this trend will continue into the next five-year period, Kristina Obukhova, a delegate of the 7th Belarusian People's Congress, said in an interview with BelTA.
(2025-12-17). HC Dinamo Minsk come up short in shootout against HC Lokomotiv Yaroslavl. eng.belta.by The defeat snapped the five-game winning streak of HC Dinamo Minsk. The team remains in third place in the Western Conference standings with 48 points.
(2025-12-17). Opinion: Preserving historical memory is impossible without protecting historical truth. eng.belta.by The most important task is to preserve and pass on historical truth to the future generations as an essential part of protecting historical memory, said Artyom Turov, Chair of the Parliamentary Assembly Commission on Youth Policy, Sports and Tourism and member of the Commission on the Preservation and Protection of Historical Memory.
(2025-12-17). M23 armed group says it begins withdrawing from key DRC town of Uvira. aljazeera.com Exclusive Al Jazeera footage shows troops and military vehicles on the move as M23 spokespeople say withdrawal underway.
(2025-12-17). IMF projects Pakistan GDP and trade outlook through 2030. tribune.com.pk 
The International Monetary Fund has projected that Pakistan's Gross Domestic Product could reach Rs193,630 billion by 2030, while exports are expected to rise to $46 billion, significantly lower than the government's target of $60 billion. For the next fiscal year, Pakistan's total exports are estimated at $36.46 billion, with exports expected to reach $40 billion in 2028 and approximately $43 billion in 2029. | The IMF released these revised projections as part of changes to Pakistan's key economic indicators framework. Sources indicate that, according to IMF estimates, Pakistan's GDP size will increase by ab…
(2025-12-17). US extends travel ban to seven more countries, tightens curbs on 39 nations citing national security. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: US President Donald Trump has signed a proclamation expanding America's travel ban and entry restrictions, citing concerns over national security, public safety, inadequate vetting systems and high visa overstay rates. The order adds 20 more countries and Palestinians to the existing list, taking the total number of affected nations to 39. According to a White House fact sheet, a complete travel ban has been imposed on Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger, South Sudan and Syria, as well as on Palestinians holding travel documents issued by the Palestinian Authority. Laos and Sierra Leone, which earlier faced…
(2025-12-17). How the devil is in the details of greener new jobs. grist.org 
What makes a job sustainable — both eco-friendly and liable to stick around? That question is at the center of new research from the Dukakis Center at Northeastern University's Policy School, commissioned by the City of Boston to help meet its ambitious Climate Action Plan goals. | The plan lays out a road map for transitioning the city off fossil fuels, achieving citywide carbon neutrality by 2050, and making the city resilient to a future changing climate. It aims to decarbonize buildings, electrify the transportation system, upgrade the city's grid, and build coastal resiliency. But getting there depe…
(2025-12-17). Crude calculations: How oil became a frontline in Sudan's war. newarab.com 
As the Instead, thousands crossed the southern border, surrendering their weapons to the army of
(2025-12-17). Polish PM Says US Has Pledged To Take Military Action Against Russia If It Violates Future Ukraine Ceasefire. news.antiwar.com Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said on Tuesday that during talks with Ukraine on a potential peace deal, US officials vowed that the US would be willing to take military action against Russia if it violates a future ceasefire, a commitment that would risk nuclear war. "For the first time I heard from the mouths …
(2025-12-17). Expert details why Belarusian People's Congress was established. eng.belta.by In a new episode of BelTA's Nation Speaks project, Aleksei Avdonin, Chairman of the Board of the national state-public association Belarusian Knowledge Society, explained the reasons behind the establishment of the Belarusian People's Congress.
(2025-12-17). What Makes A Song Sound 'Christmassy'? Musicologist Explains. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) Within the first notes of many classic Christmas songs, we're transported directly to the festive season. Why is it that it's these particular pieces of music that get …
(2025-12-17). Pop Stars: Keep Denouncing ICE! otherwords.org On December 8th, the White House posted a SZA herself promptly responded via X, "White House rage baiting artists for free promo is PEAK DARK," calling the tactic "Evil n Boring." | This is not the first time the White House has exploite…
(2025-12-17). FIA stops passenger at Islamabad airport over fake work visa. tribune.com.pk 
The Immigration Unit of the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) stopped a passenger from boarding a flight at Islamabad International Airport on Tuesday. The passenger was attempting to travel abroad on fake travel documents, was offloaded. | He has been identified as Abrar Ahmed, a Jhelum resident, who was travelling to South Africa on a work visa via flight PF-784. | During immigration clearance, his documents were found to be suspicious. Officials discovered that a fake South African visa had been affixed to his passport. Further details on how he obtained it remain unclear. | The passenger was subsequently…
(2025-12-17). Patrick Lawrence: Trump's 'End of History' Moment. consortiumnews.com Recent executive orders and presidential memorandums go beyond even the Patriot Act in facilitating nebulous and overreaching state surveillance. By Patrick Lawrence ScheerPost CN at 30 The Trumpster is not yet finished his first year back in the White House, and…
(2025-12-17). Compound Interest Is Devouring the Federal Budget. dissidentvoice.org 
Albert Einstein is often quoted as saying that compound interest is "the most powerful force in the universe." The quote is probably apocryphal, but it reflects a mathematical truth. Interest on earlier interest grows exponentially, outrunning the linear growth of revenue and eventually consuming everything. That is where the United States now stands. The government …
(2025-12-16). Abnormal blood lead levels of battery factory workers in East China prompt investigation. ecns.cn Authorities in eastern China's Jiangxi Province have launched an investigation after workers at a new energy battery manufacturer were found to have abnormally high levels of lead in their blood, local officials said Tuesday.
(2025-12-17). Nick Reiner's lawyer asks public to not 'rush to judgement'. aljazeera.com Nick Reiner's lawyer asked the public to not "rush to judgement" before about the case against him.
(2025-12-17). Pakistan Navy marks milestone with launch of fourth Hangor-class submarine 'Ghazi'. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan Navy's fourth Hangor-class submarine -'Ghazi'- has been launched at Shuangliu Base in Wuhan, China, Inter-Services Public Relations said. | With the launch of Ghazi, Pakistan Navy has achieved another significant milestone where all four submarines under construction in China are now undergoing rigorous trials in the sea and are in the final stages to be handed over to Pakistan, the military media wing noted. | Pakistan signed an agreement with China for acquisition of eight Hangor-class submarines. Under the contract, four submarines are being built in China and remaining four will be constructed in…
(2025-12-17). House GOP blocks ACA tax credit vote as subsidy expiration threatens major premium hikes. nationofchange.org House leadership's refusal to act before year's end leaves millions of ACA enrollees facing steep premium increases as internal Republican divisions stall legislation.
(2025-12-17). Ticketless Israeli teen sneaks onto flight from Tel Aviv to Vienna, casting doubt on Ben-Gurion Airport security. haaretz.com The 18-year-old managed to pass through four separate airport checkpoints without a ticket and board the plane. A former transport security official said the incident — the second in recent months — warrants an external investigation…
(2025-12-17). NY Power Coalition on Why Hochul's Energy Plan Breaks Climate Law. mediasanctuary.org On Tuesday December 16, the Hochul administration approved an update to the state energy plan which embraced an All-of-the-Above energy policy including fossil fuels and nuclear power. Many climate groups challenged the plan as being out of compliance with the goals included in the CLCPA, the state's climate law five years ago. Many are disappointed that not only has Hochul and NYPA failed to commit to build 15 GW of publicly owned renewable energy to meet the state's climate goal, but recently backed down to 5.5 GW. Alex Patterson of the Public Power NY Coalition talks with Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magaz…
(2025-12-17). From the sky to the battlefield. tehrantimes.com The rapid growth of Iran's drone capabilities in recent years has turned this field into one of the central pillars of the country's military power.
(2025-12-17). New York Knicks Win NBA Cup As Fans Celebrate Like It's 1973. newsone.com 
Source: Steve Marcus / Getty | 52 years. That's how it's been since the Technically, that half-century drought ended last night when the Knicks defeated the However, anyone watching the game…
(2025-12-17). Using the slain: Israel exploits the Bondi beach shootings. independentaustralia.net 
(2025-12-17). Escalation of disputes between Iran and IAEA. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN – Arman-e-Emrooz, in an analysis, addressed the growing rift between Iran and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).
(2025-12-17). Lukashenko signs decree on crop, livestock and poultry insurance in 2026. eng.belta.by The document approves the list of crops, livestock, and poultry, and the tariffs for their mandatory insurance with state support for 2026.
(2025-12-17). Save Our Forests, One Roll at a Time. otherwords.org North America's boreal forests are crucial for wildlife and the climate, but we're literally trashing them to make pulp for toilet paper and other disposable paper products. Companies are clear-cutting a million acres a year, according to a The northern boreal forests are Earth's largest terrestrial biome. They're the breeding grounds for 3-5 billion migrating birds that populate our backyards. And they're a key carbon sin…
(2025-12-17). The Far Right Triumphs in Chile. orinocotribune.com There was little doubt about the outcome of Chile's second round presidential election on December 14. After receiving overwhelming support from almost the entire Chilean right (which, if you add up their vote shares in the first round, represented the vast majority), José Antonio Kast will become Chile's next president. | In the first round, Jeanette Jara narrowly took first place with 26.85%, followed closely by Kast, who won 23.93% of the valid votes, thus securing his place in the runoff. In third, fourth, and fifth place were three right-wing candidates: center-right Franco Parisi (19.71%), libertarian Johan…
(2025-12-17). Dan Bongino stepping down as FBI deputy director after less than a year. scmp.com FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino will step down from his post next month, he said on Wednesday, ending a short and at times tumultuous tenure as the bureau's second highest-ranking official. | Bongino announced the move on social media hours after President Donald Trump said he thought Bongino wanted to "go back to his show". He hosted a prominent right-wing podcast prior to joining the FBI. | "Dan did a great job. I think he wants to go back to his show," Trump told reporters.
(2025-12-17). Analyst explains recent shift in Belarus-USA relations. eng.belta.by The shift in Minsk-Washington relations can be linked to U.S. President Donald Trump's intention to steer the United States back to a normal foreign policy course, Russian political scientist, PhD in Political Science Dmitry Evstafiev said in the latest episode of the V Teme [On Point] project on BelTA's YouTube channel.
(2025-12-17). Julian Assange files criminal complaint against Nobel Foundation over "Instrument of War" Peace Prize. radiohc.cu Julian Assange has filed a criminal complaint in Sweden accusing 30 individuals associated with the Nobel Foundation, including its leadership, of committing serious suspected crimes, including the crime of gross misappropriation of funds, facilitation of war crimes and crimes against humanity, and the financing of the crime of aggression. | The complaint shows that Alfred Nobel's 1895 will explicitly mandates that the peace prize go to the individual who during the preceding year "conferred the greatest benefit to humankind" by doing "the most or the best work for fraternity between nations, for the abolition or…
(2025-12-17). Iran to test upgraded bio-capsule in suborbital launch. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 17 (MNA) — Iran's Space Agency says an upgraded bio-capsule has entered the final stages of design and construction and is scheduled for a suborbital test launch within the next six to nine months.
(2025-12-17). Drapetomaniac Music: The Soundtrack To Black Liberation. newsone.com 
Source: Organic Media / Getty | Protest music has been omnipresent in the Black American psyche, ever since this land was reconfigured in the image of white colonization, and they nearly eradicated Indigenous peoples while subjugating Africans and their descendants to chattel. Our subordination has never equated to the severing of melodies linking us beyond time, borders, and language. | Music is the electrical current igniting our collective heartbeat, the drawstring that envelopes us within the intimate interiority of our world, a space even social media cannot manufacture for outsiders, though it tries. Our…
(2025-12-17). Friedrich Nietzsche Asks George Clooney, 'Jay Kelly,' and Us: What is an Actor? scheerpost.com George Clooney, 2025. Raph_PH, CC BY 4.0 In one of the scariest moments in modern history, we're doing our best at ScheerPost to pierce the fog of lies that conceal it but we need some help to pay our writers and staff. Please consider a By Edward Curtin / Original to ScheerPost | "Are you genuine? Or merely an actor? A representative? Or that which is represented…
(2025-12-17). PSX ends choppy session slightly lower amid mixed cues. tribune.com.pk 
Trading at the Pakistan Stock Exchange remained choppy throughout the session, as the market struggled to find clear direction amid a mix of positive macroeconomic developments and sector-specific concerns. The benchmark KSE-100 index ended slightly in the red, reflecting investor caution and a continued consolidation phase following recent upside. | The index oscillated between an intra-day high of 171,392.63 and a low of 169,230.50, before closing at 169,933.85, down 133.44 points, or 0.08% on a day-on-day basis. Market sentiment remained mixed on news of encouraging external account data against sector-spec…
(2025-12-17). Zionists try to conflate Bondi beach attack with a 'globalised intifada'. thecanary.co In utterly typical fashion, politicians and the mainstream media in the UK and across the world have immediately moved to link the appalling antisemitic terror attack at Bondi beach in Australia to anti-Zionist protests. In particular, pro-Israel commentators across the world have united in condemning the Bondi attack as an expression of a 'globalised intifada'. […] | By
(2025-12-17). Meesha Shafi reveals latest collaboration with Indian singer Talwiinder. tribune.com.pk 
Meesha Shafi just announced her latest musical release. The singer unveiled that her single, Sachay Loki will come out on Friday featuring a collaboration with Indian singer-songwriter Talwiinder. | "By standing together with one another, flowers bloom like this," Meesha wrote in Punjabi on Instagram, coupled with the cover art of the song where she stands back-to-back with Talwiinder against the backdrop of a solar eclipse. The singer wears a sparkly chain-based headpiece while Talwiinder supports his signature face paint and bandana. | View this post on Instagram | Talwiinder has previously collaborated with…
(2025-12-17). Starmer tries to shut down Corbyn for highlighting hunger strikers at PMQs. thecanary.co Today, during Prime Minister's Questions (PMQs), Your Party's Jeremy Corbyn asked a question directing Starmer's attention to the Filton 24 hunger strikers. However, the Labour leader side-stepped the question, giving a typically infuriating non-answer. Corbyn draws attention to critical conditions of hunger strikers With their hunger strike now in its second month, conditions are becoming […] | By
(2025-12-17). Susie Wiles: What top Trump aide said in her Vanity Fair interview. aljazeera.com US president's chief of staff describes Trump as having 'alcoholic's personality' and calls Elon Musk 'odd, odd duck'.
(2025-12-17). Credentialing apology reflects changes: no more 'dreading' of interviews. anabaptistworld.org An apology and a listening process in Indiana-Michigan Conference of Mennonite Church USA reveal how the conference's posture on inclusivity and ministerial credential reviews has changed over a decade.
(2025-12-17). Slash military commands & four-stars, but don't do it halfway. responsiblestatecraft.org The White House published its 2025
(2025-12-17). Measles infections in Australia reach highest level since 2019. wsws.org The rise in cases of the highly contagious, potentially deadly disease, 10 years after it was eliminated, is due to attacks on vaccination and public health, in Australia and internationally.
(2025-12-17). Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai found guilty under national security law. globalvoices.org 
After two years of trial, Lai is found guilty of colluding with foreign forcesOriginally published on Jimmy Lai in 2020. Photo: HKFP. | This article was first
(2025-12-17). Warner Bros rejects Paramount's 'inferior' US$108 billion bid, backs Netflix deal. scmp.com Warner Bros Discovery on Wednesday rejected a hostile takeover bid by Paramount launched last week to thwart plans by streaming giant Netflix to acquire the Hollywood giant and owner of CNN. | The Warner Bros board said it found Paramount's offer "inferior" to the merger agreement with Netflix. It added that the Paramount bid "once again fails to address key concerns that we have consistently communicated … throughout our extensive engagement and review of their six previous proposals".
(2025-12-17). Trump's racist diatribes can't cover up historic stagflation. workers.org Inside the Mount Airy Casino Resort in Mount Pocono, Pennsylvania, on Dec. 9 President Donald Trump delivered a racist tirade of vulgarities and threats, billed in advance as his defining speech on the U.S. economy. The backdrop was a few hundred MAGA-bedecked white people alternately jeering and cheering in front . . . |
(2025-12-17). Is The Labour Government Willing To Let Hunger Strikers Die? popularresistance.org In Britain, pressure is mounting on the Labour government to respond to demands put forward by dozens of activists imprisoned for direct action in support of Palestine, many of whom have been on hunger strike since early November. "The hunger strike, which involves eight prisoners for Palestine, is now on day 40," the campaign Prisoners for Palestine wrote on Friday. "They are in the danger zone, where irreparable harm is likely, and their health becomes critical." | Even before launching the strike, the prisoners had pressed for a set of demands, including fair trial, deproscription of direct action group Palest…
(2025-12-17). Zob Ahan, Shams Azar share the spoils: 2025/26 PGPL. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Zob Ahan football team were held to a goalless draw by Shams Azar in Matchweek 14 of the 2025/26 Iran Persian Gulf Pro League (PGPL) on Wednesday.
(2025-12-17). Cuba commemorates the reunion of the Five in Havana. radiohc.cu On the 11th anniversary of the return to their homeland of Gerardo Hernández, Antonio Guerrero, and Ramón Labañino, Cuba today commemorates the reunion of the Five, as Commander-in-Chief Fidel Castro predicted: "They will return!" | Miguel Díaz-Canel, First Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Cuba (PCC) and President of the Republic, recalled on X the emotional moments of their arrival: the embrace of Army General Raúl Castro and their families, the popular joy, and the singing of "El Necio" by Silvio Rodríguez. | "An unforgettable welcome. Happy anniversary," the Cuban president conclude…
(2025-12-17). China's green power in Angola: When clean energy comes with heavy debt. globalvoices.org 
Clean energy can still come with high political and economic costs, even when framed as green cooperationGlobal VoicesThe Angola Caculo-Cabaàßa Hydropower Project, which was funded by China. Screenshot from This article was submitted as part of the Global Voices Climate Justice fellowship, which pairs journalists from Sinophone and Global Majority countries to investigate the effects of Chinese development projects abroad.
(2025-12-17). Nurses Are the Best of Us. Trump's Republican Party Should Take Notes. portside.org Nurses Are the Best of Us. Trump's Republican Party Should Take Notes. |
(2025-12-17). It's impossible to keep up with the fall of Britain. strategic-culture.su By John Daniel DAVIDSON | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | The United Kingdom is now in a rolling crisis that its leaders can neithe…
(2025-12-17). Why Mistletoe Is Thriving, Even As Its Traditional Orchards Are Lost. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) Mistletoe is a richly symbolic winter plant with an unusual life cycle. With more than half of England's traditional orchards lost since the mid-20th century, it would …
(2025-12-17). Dembele Scoops Best FIFA Men's Player Award In Doha. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Peninsula) | The Peninsula | Doha, Qatar: Paris Saint-Germain and France superstar Ousmane Dembele won the Best FIFA Men's Player 2025 at a special event at Fairmont Katara Hall in Doha …
(2025-12-17). Slop, Vibe Coding And Glazing: AI Dominates 2025'S Words Of The Year. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) For us linguists, the flurry of word of the year announcements from dictionaries and publishers is a holiday tradition as anticipated as mince pies. The words of the …
(2025-12-17). Garnacho sends Chelsea into League Cup semis. tribune.com.pk 
Chelsea booked their place in the League Cup semi-finals with a 3-1 win at third-tier Cardiff City on Tuesday where the Premier League side needed goals from substitutes Alejandro Garnacho and Pedro Neto to put away the courageous Welsh club. | The hosts were the only non-Premier League side left in the competition but they more than held their own against the Club World Cup winners who were forced to turn to their bench to overcome the League One leaders. | "They were a very strong team. We weren't focused on which league they play in," Garnacho, who scored twice after coming on at halftime, told Sky Sports.
(2025-12-17). Health Ministry cancels infant mortality prevention program for Bedouin community. haaretz.com The Health Ministry has announced it is ending the program's financing due to budget constraints, even though internal documents rule it a success. 'The government is once again disconnected from the ground and chooses to dismantle a basic service that connects the community to the medical system'…
(2025-12-17). Oscars shortlist features three films centred on Palestine. newarab.com 
(2025-12-17). 4 House Republicans Join Discharge Petition Forcing Vote On ACA Subsidies. newsone.com 
(2025-12-17). Warner Bros. Discovery rejects Paramount bid. newarab.com 
Warner Bros. Discovery on Wednesday In a statement, Warner Bros. said its board of directors had unanimously determined that Paramount's tender "is not in the best interests of WBD and its shareholders and does not meet the criteria of a 'Superior Proposal' unde…
(2025-12-17). Iran says dual national held for espionage is Swedish. tribune.com.pk 
Iran's judiciary said on Tuesday that a dual national arrested during the recent 12-day war with Israel and who has since been put on trial for espionage holds Swedish citizenship. | Tehran has given few details on the case, one of multiple arrests that took place during and after the brief war in which Israel and then the United States bombed Iran's nuclear facilities. | Several of those convicted of working for Israel's Mossad spy agency were subsequently executed. | "Recently, a case was investigated in Alborz Province regarding a dual-citizen spy. This person received Swedish citizenship in 2020 and has re…
(2025-12-17). In Defence Of Sprouts, Christmas Pudding And Duck Fat By A Doctor. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) There are few things I look forward to more each year than an excellent Christmas lunch. In fact, I deliberately avoid roast dinners in the run-up to the big day. …
(2025-12-17). What Does America's New Strategy Mean for South and Central Asia? moderndiplomacy.eu The United States National Security Strategy, published in late 2025, devotes little attention to the South and Central Asian region. Donald Trump's second-term strategy is a unique and intriguing document, one that could be described as revolutionary to a certain extent. It primarily focuses on America and its self-serving economic and political interests. The text …
(2025-12-17). Lecturer and students speak on jobs fight at University of Sheffield. wsws.org World Socialist Web Site reporters spoke to lecturers and students about the implications of shutting down entire departments and the continuing financialisation of higher education.
(2025-12-17). Tehran summons Cyprus ambassador over 'meddlesome' remarks on Iranian islands. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Iran's Foreign Ministry summoned the Ambassador of Cyprus to Tehran on Tuesday, delivering a formal and forceful protest over the "meddlesome remarks" challenging Iran's territorial integrity.
(2025-12-17). Israeli, Greek, Cypriot officers meet to sideline Turkey. newarab.com 
The commander of the Israeli air force, The meeting, held in Cyprus, came amid concerns shared by the three countries that Turkey was entrenching its presenc…
(2025-12-17). CovertAction Bulletin: Capitalism is the Real AI Slop. covertactionmagazine.com To protect the huge profits of unregulated AI companies, the Trump administration is trying to bring back a punishment that was stripped from this year's so-called Big Beautiful Bill…
(2025-12-17). AFSCME Members Help Win Fight To Repeal Utah Law Taking Away Union Rights. portside.org AFSCME Members Help Win Fight To Repeal Utah Law Taking Away Union Rights |
(2025-12-17). Belarusian parliament's upper chamber passes bill on 2026 republican budget. eng.belta.by The draft budget was developed under conditions that require particular responsibility and foresight, given the challenging external environment. It is based on the social and economic development scenario approved by the decree of the head of state on 3 November 2025.
(2025-12-17). Humanitarian activities suspended in DRC province. plenglish.com Kinshasa, Dec 17 (Prensa Latina) The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) reported the suspension of humanitarian activities in Fizi and Baraka due to the ongoing violence in South Kivu, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).
(2025-12-17). Vijay Prashad: Kerala Has Abolished Extreme Poverty. consortiumnews.com Instead of a one-size-fits-all development agenda, the south-western Indian state used clear public policy, decentralised planning and the leadership of its cooperative movement. By Vijay Prashad Tricontinental: Institute for Social Research CN at 30 On Nov. 1, the south-western Indian state of…
(2025-12-17). Son of filmmaker Rob Reiner in court on charges of murdering parents. scmp.com The younger son of Hollywood filmmaker and political activist Rob Reiner made his first court appearance on Wednesday for the two murder charges he faces in the stabbing deaths of his parents, who were found slain in their Los Angeles home over the weekend. | The arraignment was delayed until January 7, and Nick Reiner, 32, did not enter a plea.
(2025-12-17). 26 must-read new books for 2026. newarab.com 
A new year always brings new books, but 2026 promises an especially rich feast of fiction and non-fiction. | From sweeping fantasy and historical epics to urgent political novels and intimate memoirs, the year ahead is packed with stories that entertain, challenge, and linger long after the final page. | Add these 26 titles to your to-be-read pile, and you'll have more than enough to keep you reading all year long: | The Swan's Daughter by Roshani Chokshi: | This standalone novel has everything you need for an immersive and otherworldly fantasy: a curse, a competition, and a couple that will capture your…
(2025-12-17). Texas Universities Use AI To Rewrite How Classes Talk About Race. newsone.com 
(2025-12-17). More Australian workers and youth are using Socialism AI. wsws.org "It gives you sources and suggests follow‚Äëup questions… It raises consciousness and prompts you about what you can do."
(2025-12-17). 40 years since the suspension of the Workers Revolutionary Party from the ICFI. wsws.org The suspension of the WRP by International Committee in December 1985 marked a decisive victory for Trotskyism over Pabloite opportunism and opened a new stage in the building of the Fourth International.
(2025-12-17). Racist cop admits he was allowed to 'do anything but kill'. thecanary.co An undercover police officer has admitted that his bosses told him he could "do pretty much what you want apart from kill anybody". And one of the actions of the self-professed "professional liar" and "cunning evil bastard" was to deceive an activist into a serious 5-year relationship. The spycops scandal keeps getting more absurd — […] | By
(2025-12-17). Austrian Eurovision broadcaster says won't ban Palestine flag or edit out anti-Israel boos. thecanary.co Austrian broadcaster, ORF, which will host Eurovision 2026, has said it will not ban Palestinian flags from the event or edit out the audience's boos against Israel. The move appears to be an attempt to prevent more nations boycotting the event next May after Iceland, Ireland, Spain, Slovenia and the Netherlands all announced their refusal […] | By
(2025-12-17). Karachi builders threaten citywide construction shutdown over extortion. tribune.com.pk 
The Association of Builders and Developers has issued a one-month ultimatum to the government over rising incidents of extortion and kidnapping for ransom, warning that construction activities across the city will be shut down from January 15, 2026, if the situation does not improve. | The warning was issued during a press conference addressed by Association of Builders and Developers (ABAD) Chairman Hasan Bakhshi, Patron-in-Chief Mohsin Sheikhani, Senior Vice Chairman Afzal Hameed, Karachi Chamber of Commerce representative Hafeez Aziz, and others. | Addressing the media, Mohsin Sheikhani said that a decision…
(2025-12-17). UK doctors strike over poor pay, lack of jobs. aljazeera.com Young resident doctors have gone on strike in the UK, demanding better pay and more training positions.
(2025-12-17). A complicated new EU-China showdown is quietly taking shape. scmp.com Last month, Contemporary Amperex Technology Limited (CATL), the world's largest battery company, started building a massive joint venture plant in Spain. It came weeks after Spain's King Felipe visited Beijing, seeking a stronger EU-China relationship as US commitments wobble. Except Spain, electrified by the potential job creation, ran into a problem: CATL wants to bring 2,000 Chinese workers to build the plant. | What's happening in Spain is part of a complicated new showdown between the…
(2025-12-17). Friedrich Nietzsche Asks George Clooney, "Jay Kelly," and Us: What is an Actor? … What is a Human Being? globalresearch.ca Why is understanding the answer to this question so important, and why is it so hard for people to understand it?
(2025-12-17). 'Judging Freedom' edition of 17 December: Will the EU Steal Russian Bank Deposits? gilbertdoctorow.com The has been a torrent of news these past several days bearing on the title given to today's discussion with Judge Andrew Napolitano. From the results of the paper voting of EU Member States last Friday in which von der Leyen invoked emergency powers to override any possible vetoes, she succeeded in ending the six-monthly …
(2025-12-17). 'Our Entire Economy Feels It'. portside.org 'Our Entire Economy Feels It' |
(2025-12-17). La guerra total de Trump contra los pueblos africanos, dentro y fuera de Estados Unidos. workers.org Manifestación en Minneapolis/St. Paul, Minnesota, contra el ICE, 3 de diciembre de 2025. Cuando se trata de las diatribas supremacistas blancas de Donald Trump contra las personas de ascendencia africana, no hay fronteras. A principios de noviembre, amenazó con invadir militarmente Nigeria, el país más poblado del continente africano, por . . . |
(2025-12-17). Como a BBC manipulou a história das guerras na Iugoslávia. strategic-culture.su Em razà£o dos 30 anos da assinatura do Acordo de Dayton. A história se repete? | Junte-se a nós no Escreva para nós: | O documentário A morte da Iugoslávia é uma demonstraàßà£o paradigmática do profissionalismo d…