Sina Hickey (2025-12-15). Artist Delphi's Art Reflects His Inner Self. mediasanctuary.org Delphi is a queer, autistic artist, local to Albany. His art reflects this identity, and he is a painter and an art vendor. He spoke about his art with Jacob Boston, Richard Sleeper, and Ember. | To learn more about Delphi

tehrantimes (2025-12-15). Iranian artists showcase traditional arts in India exhibitions. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN – Iranian artists are presenting traditional arts at a series of exhibitions in India under a cultural memorandum of understanding between Shiraz's Setaiesh art house and the Jaipur Art Summit institute.

Sina Hickey (2025-12-15). Gina Mauro Offers Ear Seeds. mediasanctuary.org Ear seeds are tiny pellets used to stimulate pressure points within your ear. Gina Mauro offers this healing therapy at People's Health Sanctuary Healing Days, and she spoke with Sina Basila Hickey about this community healing method.

geo.tv (2025-12-15). Iran's women bikers take the road despite legal, social obstacles. geo.tv Instructor Maryam Ghelich gives women students a lesson in riding motorbikes at a training centre in northern Tehran. — AFPWhen she first started learning to ride a motorbike, Iranian Maryam Ghelich, now an instructor, would drive through Tehran's empty streets at night to avoid…

UMMID (2025-12-15). If all Indians are Hindus, why every Hindu can't be a Brahmin? ummid.com After all, if Muslims and Christians can be subsumed under the "Hindu" category simply by virtue of living in India and sharing its cultural space, why cannot Dalits, Shudras, and OBCs be elevated to Brahmin status by the same reasoning?

| Web Desk | (2025-12-15). Gold records fresh gains as prices climb locally, internationally. tribune.com.pk Gold prices recorded another sharp increase in both global and local markets on Monday. | In the international bullion market, the price of gold rose by $26 per ounce to reach $4,325. | In local sarafa markets, the price of 24-carat gold per tola increased by Rs2,600 to Rs454,862, while the price of 10 grams rose by Rs2,229 to Rs389,970. | Silver prices also moved higher, with per tola silver gaining Rs68 to reach Rs6,532, while the price of 10 grams increased by Rs59 to Rs5,600. | Spot gold rose 1% to $4,343.96 an ounce by 0949 GMT. Bullion hit its highest since October 21 on Friday. | US gold futures gained…

Rebecca Gordon (2025-12-15). Sudan's Agony: Surprising Lessons for the US Resistance to Trump. juancole.com (

| REUTERS | (2025-12-15). Inter edge Genoa to claim Serie A top spot. tribune.com.pk Inter Milan moved to the top of Serie A on Sunday with a 2-1 victory at Genoa thanks to first-half goals from Yann Bisseck and Lautaro Martinez. | The result put Inter on 33 points, one ahead of city rivals AC Milan and two ahead of Napoli in third. Genoa are 16th with 14 points. | The match was preceded by unrest outside the stadium as supporters of both teams clashed, with several vehicles set on fire before police restored order. The incident did not delay kickoff. | Inter came into the match in a strong position after Milan were held to a draw against Sassuolo and Napoli lost at Udinese earlier on Sunday.

UMMID (2025-12-15). 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.

en.mehrnews (2025-12-15). Saudi Arabia's crown prince may buy FC Barcelona for ‚Ǩ10 bln. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 15 (MNA) —Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman is reportedly prepared to offer ‚Ǩ10 billion to purchase Spanish football club Barcelona.

newarab (2025-12-15). Israel targeting Lebanon reconstruction is a war crime: HRW. newarab.com

Guest Blogger (2025-12-15). One state's green mandates can become another state's nightmare. wattsupwiththat.com States that have adopted "clean-energy" mandates are accustomed to having ratepayers in other states help them pick up the tab for their headlong march to a green utopia. This is especially true when this involves stringing high-voltage transmission lines across vast expanses to conduct intermittent wind and solar power generated in remote locations.

tehrantimes (2025-12-15). Fatemeh Sharif takes charge of Pakistan women's futsal team. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN – The Pakistan Football Federation (PFF) on Sunday confirmed the appointment of Fatemeh Sharif Noghabi as the head coach of its national women's futsal team.

Dave DeCamp (2025-12-15). Report: US Forces Raided Ship Headed From China To Iran Last Month. news.antiwar.com The Wall Street Journal reported on Friday that US special operations forces raided a ship last month, several hundred miles off the coast of Sri Lanka, that had departed China and was bound for Iran. The report, which cited unnamed US officials, said that US special operators who boarded the vessel seized the cargo and then …

Human Rights Watch (2025-12-15). Azerbaijan's Surveillance Platform Risks Sweeping Privacy Violations. hrw.org Click to expand Image | A person at the keyboard. | © 2017 Press Association via AP Photo | On November 21, President Ilham Aliyev signed a decree establishing a new centralized digital platform that dramatically expends state surveillance powers. The system, known as the Centralized Information and Digital Analytics System (Mƒ∞RAS), will be controlled by the State Security Service and fully operational by May 2026.Mƒ∞RAS is designed to consolidate public data from multiple state bodies— including the Special State Service for communications and information security, and the In…

| REUTERS | (2025-12-15). Title-chasing Man City beat Palace. tribune.com.pk Manchester City maintained their squeeze on Arsenal at the top of the Premier League with a 3-0 victory at Crystal Palace on Sunday, a result that keeps Pep Guardiola's side lurking two points behind the leaders and ready to pounce. | Aston Villa came from behind to win 3-2 at West Ham United to remain in the thick of the title race, while Nottingham Forest trounced error-prone visitors Tottenham Hotspur 3-0 for their fourth win in six league games. | Sunderland earned derby bragging rights with a 1-0 home victory over Newcastle United as the North-East rivals met in the league for the first time in nearly a d…

A A (2025-12-15). The quiet architecture: Cooperation without constraints. strategic-culture.su By Ramachandra BYRAPPA | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | Between New Delhi and Moscow, a profound power shift is emerging—gui…

Yair Foldes (2025-12-15). tell us a parking Jaffa on edge after attack on pregnant woman. haaretz.com Arab residents say the incident reflects a broader pattern of persecution and violence. "We know what we're going through. Don't tell us this is a parking dispute," says a local activist…

The Independent (2025-12-15). CHINA: Navigating headwinds and charting new blueprint. independent.co.ug BEIJING | Xinhua | With a high-level meeting wrapped up in Beijing this week, China set out a clear roadmap for how it intends to steer the economy as the next five-year plan period is set to begin. The annual Central Economic Work Conference, chaired by President Xi Jinping, laid out the country's economic work …

EDWIN (2025-12-15). Operation Shanela II nets over 300 suspects. sanews.gov.za Operation Shanela II nets over 300 suspects | Police in the Northern Cape have nabbed 360 suspects in connection with various crimes. | The arrests were made during the intelligence-driven 'Safer Festive Season' campaign under Operation Shanela II. | "During the operations, SAPS members confiscated alcoholic beverages, ammunition, cash suspected to be the proceeds of crime, dangerous weapons, diamonds, drugs and a firearm," the police said in a statement. | These weekly high-density, multi-disciplinary operations were conducted from 8 -14 December across all five districts of the Northern Cape. | "As part of the…

geo.tv (2025-12-15). Who is shooter Naveed Akram? Mother reveals details. geo.tv Alleged Bondi Beach shooter Naveed Akram Can be seen in this undated image. — Facebook

geo.tv (2025-12-15). Major cities heighten security around Hanukkah events after Sydney shooting. geo.tv Police officers gather at the scene of a shooting incident at Bondi Beach, Sydney, Australia, December 14, 2025.— Reuters

Our Reporter (2025-12-15). Phone Thieves Murder Three in Jinja City, Residents Demand Action. plusnews.ug Residents from Jinja North, in Jinja City, have demanded immediate police action, following persistent attacks by hooded killers whose only aim seems to be stealing phones, but has resulted into the death of three residents in a space of one week. The first attack was on Fred Wango, a resident of Wanyange cell, in Northern …

Our Reporter (2025-12-15). Corpses Overwhelm Kasese Municipal HCIII Mortuary. plusnews.ug Ramadhan Misubaho, a mortuary attendant at Kasese HCIII, has appealed to the health authorities for the upgrade of the current mortuary facility, citing increasing number of dead bodies brought in and inadequate infrastructure. Misubaho has served at the facility for over 28 years, despite lacking formal qualifications, attributes his expertise to the teachings of his …

UMMID (2025-12-15). From Chaos to Confidence: Future Proofing Pune and PCMC's Real Estate Story. ummid.com Making Pune and PCMC future-ready depends on strong political leadership and will, and the infrastructure story must go from plans on paper to on-ground action.

Serhii Shlyapnikov, Workers' Labor Bulletin (2025-12-15). 'Workers in China have never truly fallen silent': An interview with Workers' Labor Bulletin activists. links.org.au Workers' Labor Bulletin members discuss their work and the situation of China's labour force today.

aljazeera (2025-12-15). Bondi Beach shooting: How tough are Australia's gun laws? aljazeera.com Shooter responsible for Bondi Beach attack was a licensed firearms holder who owned six firearms, police say.

| Dua Abbas | (2025-12-15). Pakistan achieves first international telerobotic surgery. tribune.com.pk Doctors completed a gynecological operation through telerobotic surgery at Lyari General Hospital, with surgeons from Kuwait conducting the procedure alongside colleagues from Karachi. The operation marks the first time Pakistan has conducted cross-border telesurgery. | Kuwaiti doctors operated from a distance of approximately 1,600 kilometers. During the surgery, an internet speed of 30 megabytes per second was used, while a gap of only 30 microseconds was recorded between the surgeon's command and the robot's response. | A ceremony was held at the hospital, where Sindh Health Minister Dr Azra Fazal Pechuho s…

en.mehrnews (2025-12-15). VIDEO: Autumn rainfall on Hormuz Island. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 15 (MNA) — Autumn rainfall on Hormuz Island has created picturesque scenes across the island, adding to its natural beauty.

aljazeera (2025-12-15). 'Increasingly likely potential' of Palestine Action hunger strikers dying. aljazeera.com Lawyers and relatives of the remand prisoners refusing food fear for their lives as they seek meeting with top minister.

en.mehrnews (2025-12-15). Araghchi meets with Belarusian counterpart in Minsk. en.mehrnews.com MINSK, Dec. 15 (MNA) — Iranian and Belarusian foreign ministers met and held talks in Minsk.

George Beebe (2025-12-15). A Farewell to Oz: Trump's Strategy for a Multipolar World. responsiblestatecraft.org The end of the Cold War ushered in a long period of make-believe in American foreign policy. We saw ourselves, in the words of former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright, as "the indispensable power. We stand tall. We see farther into the future." And we could use our unmatched abilities to transform the world in unprecedented ways. Globalized flows of capital and labor would liberalize China and usher in a new age of largely frictionless international relations. Russia would be transformed quickly into a friendly, free market democracy. NATO would shift its focus from protecting Western Europe to reforming…

ecns.cn (2025-12-15). New fish species discovered in China's Xizang. ecns.cn A new fish species has been discovered in Zayul County, southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region, providing insights for studies of fish diversity and biological evolution in the Himalayan area, said the Institute of Plateau Biology of the Xizang Autonomous Region on Saturday.

____ (2025-12-15). Jakson Engineers inks pact with Ecoprogetti SRL to set up photovoltaic module recycling plant. devdiscourse.com Jakson Group firm Jakson Engineers Ltd (JEL) on Monday said it has signed a contract with European technology provider Ecoprogetti SRL to establish India's first hi-tech photovoltaic (PV) module recycling plant.

Pablo Meriguet (2025-12-15). The far right triumphs in Chile. peoplesdispatch.org 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…

newarab (2025-12-15). Flash floods kill 37 in Moroccan coastal city of Safi. newarab.com Floods triggered by Authorities said heavy rain and flash floods overnight inundated about 70 homes and businesses and swept away 10 vehicles. The Interior Ministry reported 14 people hospitalised. | Local outlets reported that schools announced three days of closures. Rains also caused flooding and damage elsewhere throughout

aljazeera (2025-12-15). Lionel Messi makes appearance in Delhi as footballer ends India tour. aljazeera.com The 38-year-old Argentina superstar concluded his multi-day tour of the cricket-crazy nation in the capital, New Delhi.

The Independent (2025-12-15). Centenary Group and Service Cops sign deal to accelerate digital financial inclusion. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Centenary Group, through its technology company — Centenary Technology Services, has signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (M.O.U) with Service Cops, formalizing a strategic technology and business partnership aimed at accelerating digital transformation, deepening financial inclusion, and expanding access to modern digital services across Uganda and the wider African …

tehrantimes (2025-12-15). Oil Ministry targets completion of over 1,000 km of gas pipelines by late Mar. 2026. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Iranian Oil Ministry aims to complete and bring into operation more than 1,000 kilometers of gas transmission pipelines by the end of the current Iranian calendar year (late March 2026), Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad said, underscoring efforts to strengthen energy security during periods of peak demand.

en.mehrnews (2025-12-15). Front pages of Iran's English dailies on December 15. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 15 (MNA) — Here are the front pages of Iran's English language dailies on Monday, December 15.

en.mehrnews (2025-12-15). VIDEO: FM Araghchi lays wreath at Victory Monument in Minsk. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 15 (MNA) — Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi paid tribute to those killed in World War II by laying a wreath of flower at the Victory Monument in Minsk.

aljazeera (2025-12-15). Police arrest Rob Reiner's son after director and wife found dead. aljazeera.com President Trump criticised for remarks blaming Hollywood figure's death on his 'Trump derangement syndrome'.

The Independent (2025-12-15). Grassroots advocates launch plan to secure universal health coverage for older persons. independent.co.ug HANU Celebrates UHC Day with Launch of District Action Plans to Hold Government Accountable for Healthcare Access Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The HelpAge Advocacy Network Uganda (HANU) has, on Universal Health Coverage (UHC) Day launched a decisive grassroots movement to advance healthcare access for older persons across the country. The launch, held at the …

Sarah Mueller (2025-12-15). 'Who deserves to be remembered': Potential display of Caesar Rodney statue in D.C. renews debate over monuments. whyy.org What are journalists missing from the state of Delaware? What would you most like WHYY News to cover? Delaware's Caesar Rodney rode into American history in 1776, when he raced from Dover to Philadelphia to cast a decisive vote for independence. | A bronze statue depicting Rodney on a horse stood in downtown Wilmington for more than 100 years before it was

Juan Carlos Dominguez Taño (2025-12-15). Cuban artist Jorge Braulio Rodriguez on a solo exhibit in Havana. plenglish.com Havana, Dec. 16 (Prensa Latina) The Center for the Development of Visual Arts (CDAV) is finalizing details for the December 17 opening of the solo exhibition "All Attention Is Too Little…" by artist Jorge Braulio Rodriguez.

Hagai Amit (2025-12-15). A Trump associate wants a U.S. military base in Israel. Government officials are playing along. haaretz.com The Israeli Diaspora Affairs Ministry facilitated contacts between an American company and the Israel Land Authority over a proposed U.S. army base in Israel, as intermediaries rush to stake claims in what could become a multibillion-shekel project…

en.mehrnews (2025-12-15). Grossi says IAEA resumed inspections in Iran. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 15 (MNA) — IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi claims that inspections in Iran have resumed.

ecns.cn (2025-12-15). Geminid meteor shower seen across China. ecns.cn This photo released on Dec. 14, 2025 shows the Geminid meteor shower over the Xinghe County of Ulanqab in north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region.

UMMID (2025-12-15). 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.

Human Rights Watch (2025-12-15). Lebanon: Israel Unlawfully Destroying Reconstruction Equipment. hrw.org Click to expand Image | A destroyed bulldozer and other damaged heavy machinery from an Israeli airstrike on September 3, 2025 on Ansariyeh, southern Lebanon. | © 2025 Human Rights Watch | (Beirut) — The Israeli military's repeated attacks on reconstruction-related equipment and other civilian facilities in southern Lebanon throughout 2025 violate the laws of war and are apparent war crimes, Human Rights Watch said today.Residents and local municipal authorities told Human Rights Watch that the attacks have hampered reconstruction efforts and the ability of tens of thousands of displaced people to…

newarab (2025-12-15). Father and son behind Bondi mass shooting that killed 15: police. newarab.com Two alleged gunmen who killed 15 people at a Jewish celebration in Sydney's Bondi Beach were a father and son, police said on Monday, as Australia mourned victims of its worst gun violence in almost 30 years. | The father, a 50-year-old, was killed at the scene, taking the number of dead to 16, while his 24-year-old son was in critical condition in the hospital, police said at a press conference on Monday. Officials have described the shooting on Sunday as a targeted antisemitic attack. | Forty people remain in hospital following the attack, including two police officers who are in a serious but stable condition,…

Human Rights Watch (2025-12-15). Good News for Children in 2025. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Displaced Syrian children laugh and play among temporary tents set up after the fall of the Bashar al-Assad government near Idlib, Syria, May 15, 2025. | © 2025 Omar Albaw/Middle East Images via AFP/Getty Images…

aljazeera (2025-12-15). England's resident doctors to strike for five days. aljazeera.com Physicians are seeking a return of salaries to their 2008-2009 levels before they were eroded by inflation.

Josh Breiner (2025-12-15). Israel Police arrest two suspects in assault on Arab family in Jaffa; nationalist motive investigated. haaretz.com The Shin Bet domestic intelligence agency is involved in the investigation. A court ordered the release of all 14 people arrested for participating in a rally protesting the assault, which included a pepper spray attack, while several schools and businesses went on strike in solidarity with the family in the mixed Arab-Jewish city…

Imran Khalid (2025-12-15). China's Arms Control White Paper Reconfigures Global Security Governance. fpif.org China's newly released White Paper, "China's Arms Control, Disarmament, and Nonproliferation in the New Era," is not simply a catalogue of policies. It is a strategic text that reveals how Beijing intends to shape the governance of the domains that will define global security in the decades ahead. While reaffirming familiar principles, its "No First Use" nuclear doctrine, and the defensive nature of its military posture, the document's real significance lies in what it elevates: artificial intelligence, cyberspace, and outer space as the new frontiers of global governance. | This is no mere bureaucratic exercise.

infobrics (2025-12-15). EU spends €169 billion on Ukraine while ignoring internal problems. infobrics.org Brussels prefers to look outwards and pursue a Euro-Atlantic foreign policy.

IRA (2025-12-15). Congo and Rwanda To Sign Symbolic Peace Deal in Washington As Fighting Rages. portside.org Congo and Rwanda To Sign Symbolic Peace Deal in Washington As Fighting Rages | Sun, 12/14/2025 – 23: 22

newarab (2025-12-15). Who is José Antonio Kast, Chile's new pro-Israel president. newarab.com

Human Rights Watch (2025-12-15). Hong Kong: Jimmy Lai Convicted on Bogus National Security Charges. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Jimmy Lai with a copy of Apple Daily's July 1, 2020, edition in Hong Kong. | © 2020 Vincent Yu/AP Photo | (New York) — The Hong Kong High Court's conviction of Jimmy Lai, founder of the now-defunct Apple Daily, is the latest marker of Hong Kong's dramatic shift from respecting press freedoms to endorsing outright hostility toward the media, Human Rights Watch said today. The government should quash the baseless conviction and immediately release Lai.On December 15, 2025, the High Court found Lai, 78, guilty of two counts of "conspiracy to commit collusion with foreign forces"

ecns.cn (2025-12-15). (W.E. Talk) Japanese PM Takaichi's wrong remarks on Taiwan 'dangerously divisive': David Gosset. ecns.cn David Gosset, an expert in global affairs and sinology, and founder of the China-Europe-America Global Initiative said during an interview on the "W.E. Talk" program that Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's inappropriate remarks on Taiwan have "clearly undermined the long-accumulated trust between China and Japan."

Lora Strum (2025-12-15). How to Navigate Politically-Charged Conversations This Holiday Season. aclu.org The holidays often bring together people who care about one another, but don't see the world the same way. In a year marked by deep political turmoil, real threats to constitutional rights, and widespread confusion about what's actually happening, it can feel daunting to navigate conversations at dinner tables, happy hours, work holiday parties and more. | There is no right or wrong way to fight for our rights, our communities and our nation. | The

Sachi Kitajima Mulkey (2025-12-15). What your cheap clothes cost the planet. grist.org The Atacama desert in Chile is one of the most beautiful and forbidding places on Earth, so dry that it's sometimes used by scientists to test run Mars missions. Most years the area sees less than half a centimeter of rain, but this past September unusually heavy precipitation brought forth a desert bloom, blanketing the ground with delicate purple flowers that disappeared as quickly as they'd appeared. | It was a rare treat for locals used to grimmer ornamentation: Since 2001, colorful mountains of used clothing have been the main feature growing across the Atacama. By the time the largest mound was set on fi…

Plus News (2025-12-15). Museveni Rallies Kakumiro Residents on Wealth Creation. plusnews.ug President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has challenged residents of Kakumiro District and the wider Bunyoro sub-region to prioritise wealth creation programmes as the surest path to socio-economic transformation and poverty reduction. The President made the remarks on Monday while addressing a campaign rally at Kakeka Grounds in Kakumiro Town Council. Museveni urged residents to join what …

ecns.cn (2025-12-15). (W.E. Talk) Japanese rhetoric sends dangerous signals, raising alarm over a revival of militarism: experts. ecns.cn "The 21st century will not, cannot be and should not be a repetition of the 20th century. Certainly, the 1.4 billion Chinese people will never accept it," said David Gosset, specialist in global affairs and sinology, and founder of the China-Europe-America Global Initiative, in an interview with China News Network's West-East Talk, commenting on Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's recent erroneous remarks on the Taiwan question.

____ (2025-12-15). Kerala HC extends interim protection from arrest to expelled Cong MLA Mamkootathil. devdiscourse.com The Kerala High Court on Monday extended the interim protection from arrest granted to expelled Congress MLA Rahul Mamkootathil in a case relating to the alleged rape of a woman and forcing her to abort pregnancy.

____ (2025-12-15). Iranian Nobel laureate hospitalised twice after 'violent arrest', say family. devdiscourse.com Nobel Peace Prize laureate Narges Mohammadi was taken to the hospital emergency room twice after suffering blows from security forces who arrested her on December 12, her family told the Narges Foundation on Monday. The human rights activist won the award whilst in prison in 2023, following her three-decade campaign for women's rights and the abolition of the death penalty in Iran.

newleftreview (2025-12-15). 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.

| Web Desk | (2025-12-15). Talal Chaudhry accuses PTI of running anti-state campaigns via paid overseas accounts. tribune.com.pk Minister of State for Interior Talal Chaudhry accused Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf of running what he described as a targeted propaganda campaign on social media for a prolonged period. However, he urged that freedom of expression must be exercised within the bounds of the Constitution and the law. | "Each message, each tweet, and every trend is being paid for," he said, while addressing a press conference in Islamabad on Monday, adding that most of these accounts were created using fake identities and were not operated from within Pakistan. | He further stated that fake social media accounts, many of them operate…

| Our Correspondent | (2025-12-15). KSE-100 index gains 876 points amid cut in policy rate. tribune.com.pk The Pakistan Stock Exchange opened the week with renewed momentum, extending the bullish momentum carried over from last week. Investor sentiment remained upbeat as market participants positioned themselves ahead of the Monetary Policy Committee decision. | The sentiment was largely driven by a sustained buying interest in energy stocks, alongside optimism surrounding expectation that the MPC would announce a considerable cut in interest rate that kept the environment upbeat. | The session kicked off sharp as the index traded between an intra-day high of 171,001.71 and a low of 170,292.95, indicating active pa…

UMMID (2025-12-15). JEE Advanced 2026 date, eligibility criteria confirmed. ummid.com The IIT Roorkee today confirmed the JEE Advanced 2026 date and also released the eligibility criteria for appearing in the important entrance exams.

ecns.cn (2025-12-15). Gunmen kill 11, wound many on Sydney beach. ecns.cn Two gunmen shot dead at least 11 people and wounded another 29 on Sunday during a Jewish ceremony at Bondi Beach in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.

ecns.cn (2025-12-15). Average age of China's workforce nearing 40, report says. ecns.cn The average age of China's workforce is approaching 40, said a report from the China Center for Human Capital and Labor Market Research at the Central University of Finance and Economics published on Sunday.

UMMID (2025-12-15). Indian Premier League and Cricket's Fall from Grace. ummid.com Cricket in India did not lose its soul overnight, but it was chipped away slowly, season after season, until the arrival of the Indian Premier League (IPL) delivered the final blow.

newarab (2025-12-15). Bangladesh to airlift wounded uprising leader after shooting. newarab.com

| Reuters | (2025-12-15). Father-son duo behind Sydney shooting that killed 15 civilians, police say. tribune.com.pk Australia vowed stricter gun laws on Monday as it mourns victims of Sunday's mass shooting in which police accused a father-and-son duo of killing 15 people at a Jewish celebration at Sydney's Bondi Beach. | The incident has raised questions about whether Australia's gun laws, among the toughest in the world, need an overhaul, with police saying the older suspect had held a firearms license since 2015, along with six registered weapons. | Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said his cabinet agreed to strengthen gun laws and work on a national firearms register to tackle aspects such as the number of weapons permit…

ecns.cn (2025-12-15). Joint press release issued on meeting between Chinese, UAE FMs. ecns.cn File photo of the United Arab Emirates national flag and the Chinese national flag.It also voiced firm support for the Chinese government in achieving national reunification and opposition to any external interference in China's internal affairs.

Plus News (2025-12-15). Kyagulanyi Meets Katikkiro Before Campaigning in Lubaga. plusnews.ug The National Unity Platform presidential candidate, Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, has today paid a courtesy call to the Katikkiro of Buganda Charles Peter Mayiga. Kyagulanyi's visit comes ahead of his scheduled campaign today in Lubaga Divison in Kampala. Speaking at Bulange Mengo, the seat of Buganda Kingdom, Kyagulanyi said as a party they have profound respect …

Dave DeCamp (2025-12-15). US Bombs Somalia for 112th Time This Year. news.antiwar.com US Africa Command announced on Monday that its forces launched another airstrike in Somalia as the Trump administration continues its record-shattering bombing campaign in the country. AFRICOM said the strike was launched on December 14 and targeted al-Shabaab about 30 miles to the northeast of Kismayo in southern Somalia's Jubaland region. The command shared no …

Ed Newman (2025-12-15). ALBA-TCP advances on strategic objectives despite threats and aggression. radiohc.cu The will of the heads of state and government of ALBA-TCP to advance and overcome threats and adversity was evident at the recently concluded 25th Summit of the Latin American and Caribbean integration bloc. | This meeting, held virtually with its nine member countries, was inspired by the example of revolutionary dignity and unwavering defense of sovereignty of the historic leader of the Cuban Revolution, Fidel Castro, and in the context of the centennial of his birth to be celebrated next year. | It was also held on the eve of the Bicentennial of the Amphictyonic Congress of Panama and amid growing threats to p…

The Independent (2025-12-15). Uganda, Kenya reaffirms deep regional ties as Kenya marks 62 years of independence. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda and Kenya have reaffirmed their longstanding partnership and shared commitment to regional integration, peace, and economic transformation as Kenya celebrated 62 years of independence during Jamhuri Day festivities in Kampala. The event brought together government officials, diplomats, business leaders, and members of the East African community to mark …

newarab (2025-12-15). Zelensky holds new talks with US envoys on ending Ukraine war. newarab.com Ukrainian President Trump's special envoy,

UMMID (2025-12-15). 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.

Juan Carlos Dominguez Taño (2025-12-15). UNICEF concerned about mass displacement of children in DRC. plenglish.com Kinshasa, Dec 15 (Prensa Latina) The United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) expressed deep concern about the forced displacement of thousands of children in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) due to escalating violence.

| Reuters | (2025-12-15). Man who tackled Bondi Beach attacker hailed as 'genuine hero' after mass shooting. tribune.com.pk

____ (2025-12-15). Fire destroys two trucks carrying chemicals, plastic granules in Indore; no one hurt. devdiscourse.com Two trucks parked along Agra-Mumbai national highway in Madhya Pradesh's Indore were gutted in a fire on Monday, disrupting traffic on the arterial route, though no one was hurt in the incident, a police official said.

newarab (2025-12-15). France to try sons of Yemen ex-president Saleh on fraud charges. newarab.com A French court is to try two sons of His eldest son, Ahmed Ali Saleh, and another son called Khaled Saleh are to stand trial in September 2026, the Paris financial prosecutor's office said. | Anti-government protests, including over poverty and corruption, led to Ali Abdullah Saleh stepping down from power in 2012 following three decades of rule. | He then alli…

Sina Hickey (2025-12-15). Kids Voices at Healing Day. mediasanctuary.org During the last PHS Healing Day, youth were invited in share some of their interests on the radio. Zeyn and Ember spoke with Jacob Boston about their love of legos and drawing.

Kate Horgan (2025-12-15). A Viscous Morass: SLAPP Suits, Secrecy, and Complicit Courts. projectcensored.org This week, a special roundtable discussion with your Project Censored cohosts and the Freedom of the Press Foundation. Director of Advocacy Seth Stern and Daniel Ellsberg Chair on Government Secrecy Lauren Harper come back on the show to dive into the viscous morass of rights violations, including those of ICE, and the complicit courts and judges that could do more to rein them in, SLAPP suits as a weapon to silence truth-tellers, the issue of over-classification that serves to paper over the publics right to know what our government is doing in our name, and much more.

UMMID (2025-12-15). Holy Kaaba Space, Jupiter Moments. ummid.com Holy Kaaba in Makkah al Mukarramah in the last week was in news for reasons other than the Holy Site's religious significance.

Sina Hickey (2025-12-15). Homeless Advocates Seek A Shelter at St. Rose Campus. mediasanctuary.org At a recent meeting of the Albany County Legislature, 8 individuals with the Albany Chapter of the National Union of the Homeless urged the county to create a shelter for homeless individuals at the closed College of St. Rose campus. The group will also participate in the longest day, a national day of action, with an event and march on Dec. 21 starting at the Albany DSS office on Washington near Dove. St. Bebhinn Francis provides an update to Mark Dunlea for the Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

Human Rights Watch (2025-12-15). Another Blow to Media Freedom in Ethiopia. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Local newspapers at a street stall in downtown Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, November 3, 2021. | © 2021 Eduardo Soteras | In the latest crackdown on media freedom in Ethiopia, Deutsche Welle (DW), Germany's international public broadcaster, said in a December 12 statement that the Ethiopian Media Authority had permanently suspended two of its journalists.The Ethiopian Media Authority, a government agency that has the power to sanction news outlets operating inside the country, sent DW a letter on October 23 announcing the temporary suspension of "all journalistic activities" carried out b…

tehrantimes (2025-12-15). Far-right Kast secures victory in Chilean presidential election. tehrantimes.com Chile has elected the far-right wing José Antonio Kast to be its next president, after an election campaign that was dominated by themes of security, immigration, and crime, the BBC reported Monday.

Esha, Historic.ly. (2025-12-15). Debunking The Myth: Communism Killed 100 Million People. popularresistance.org The fundamental flaw in the "100 million deaths" narrative: it treats political ideology as a kind of metaphysical cause of death. Policies are lifted out of context, conditions are ignored, and complex histories are reduced to an inflated scoreboard where people prosecuted for crimes that would be illegal anywhere are reframed as victims of communist persecution. | In that same 1997 edition of the Black Book of Communism, Courtois again asserts that "communist regimes committed crimes involving around one hundred million people, compared to around twenty-five million under Nazism."

Ileana Ferrer Fonte (2025-12-15). UN Economic Commission for Africa analyzes performance in 2025. plenglish.com The event, organized in a face-to-face and virtual participation under the theme "Sustaining Gains: Taking Stock of Results in 2025 and Planning for Strategic Impact in 2026," the event, brought together all ECA staff to assess the achievements of the period and outline a strategic plan for 2026. | The text noted that the discussions highlighted the results achieved in supporting regional integration, economic diversification, industrialization, and social and macroeconomic policies. | They also focused on cross-cutting themes such as technology, connectivity, the importance of women and youth, the relevance of…

Sana Khan (2025-12-15). Bondi Beach Attack Puts Albanese Under Israeli and Domestic Pressure. moderndiplomacy.eu The deadly attack on a Jewish festival at Sydney's Bondi Beach has intensified diplomatic and political pressure on Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu accused Albanese of failing to curb antisemitism, which Israeli officials say has been rising globally since 2023. Domestically, Jewish community leaders and opposition politicians have echoed concerns …

The Independent (2025-12-15). Kirarira, Aganyira crowned in style at MTN Grand Tee of Tees at Entebbe Club. independent.co.ug Entebbe, Uganda | PHILLIP CORRY | The air and atmosphere at East Africa's oldest golf facility, Entebbe Club, were electric and dazzling as the season on the course concluded at the weekend On a night that had a moment of fireworks for the 209 golfers and various guests, Saidi Kirarira and Esther Aganyira were crowned …

ecns.cn (2025-12-15). Job postings in Japan seeking China-critical content spark public backlash. ecns.cn Job postings on a Japanese recruitment website seeking creators to produce content critical of China and favorable to Japan have sparked public backlash, with social media users questioning the funding behind the projects and urging greater transparency and investigation.

Ileana Ferrer Fonte (2025-12-15). Chile shifts to far right. plenglish.com Santiago, Chile, Dec 15 (Prensa Latina) With a hardline speech against crime and immigration, Chile's far-right candidate, Jose Antonio Kast, won the presidential elections by a wide margin against his rival, Jeannette Jara.

newarab (2025-12-15). China, Saudi Arabia agree to boost regional, global coordination. newarab.com Chinese Foreign Minister

mediasanctuary (2025-12-15). The Kate Mullany House history with Paul F. Cole. mediasanctuary.org Here I speak with Paul F. Cole, executive director of Kate Mullany National Historic Site, to speak about the Kate Mullany House and discuss Kate Mullany herself to find out more about this icon of women's and labor history. Story by Sean Bernyk | Artwork Attribution: | By English Wikipedia user Daniel Case, CC BY-SA 3.0,

IRA (2025-12-15). Sunday Science: Star Talk With Special Guest Physicist and Musician Brian Cox. portside.org Sunday Science: Star Talk With Special Guest Physicist and Musician Brian Cox | Mon, 12/15/2025 – 00: 38

Abul Rizvi (2025-12-15). No entry, no growth: Australia's immigration pause illusion. independentaustralia.net

infobrics (2025-12-15). China Launches Satellites for UAE, Egypt, Nepal in Fresh Commercial Space Mission. infobrics.org China launched the Kinetica-1, also known as the Lijian-1 Y11 carrier rocket with nine satellites onboard, including three international payloads for the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Egypt and Nepal…

| Usman Hanif | (2025-12-15). SBP cuts policy rate by 50 basis points to support growth amid contained inflation. tribune.com.pk The State Bank of Pakistan reduced the policy rate by 50 basis points, effective December 16, citing contained inflation and improving economic activity, while acknowledging persistent risks from the global environment and sticky core inflation. | Announcing the decision after its meeting on Monday, the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) said average inflation remained within the medium-term target range of 5—7 percent during July—November FY26, supported by relatively benign global commodity prices and anchored inflation expectations. | Although core inflation continues to show rigidity, the MPC assess…

aljazeera (2025-12-15). Cambodia warns displaced people, tourist hotspots at risk from Thai bombs. aljazeera.com Thailand has for the first time targeted Siem Reap province, home to Cambodia's tourist hub Angkor Wat, Phnom Penh says.

Andie Stewart (2025-12-15). My EMT Brother Was at the Brown University Shooting. counterpunch.org Let's begin with the fact that I have zero interest in glorifying this coincidental moment where my brother just so happened to be an ambulance tech at a mass shooting which occurred at Brown University on December 13, 2025. In reality, that relationship is its own story and it distracts from the larger point that

hindustantimes (2025-12-15). Australia horror: Albanese gives details of father-son terror duo behind Bondi beach terror attack. hindustantimes.com Police have identified the Bondi Beach attackers as 50‚Äëyear‚Äëold fruit shop owner Sajid Akram, who was killed at the scene, and his 24‚Äëyear‚Äëold son, Naveed Akram, who remains in hospital in critical condition under guard. Authorities say the pair, who allegedly pledged allegiance to ISIS and had previously drawn intelligence scrutiny, used Sajid's legally owned firearms in the Hanukkah‚Äënight massacre and had an Islamic State flag and explosives in their car, prompting plans to tighten Australia's gun laws.

en.mehrnews (2025-12-15). Importance of Afghanistan's Neighbors' Meeting in Tehran. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 15 (MNA) — As Afghanistan's crises increasingly affect the wider region, Tehran's first purely regional meeting of Kabul's neighbors signals a clear move toward regional solutions and collective responsibility for stability.

| Sports Desk | (2025-12-15). Window for HBL PSL11 revealed. tribune.com.pk The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has officially announced the window for the 11th edition of the Pakistan Super League (PSL), providing clarity on the schedule as the league prepares for a landmark phase in its history. | PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi confirmed that HBL PSL 11 will be staged from 26 March to 3 May, 2026, placing Pakistan's premier T20 tournament firmly in the international cricket calendar. The announcement allows franchises, players, broadcasters and commercial partners to begin detailed planning well in advance. | The confirmation of the PSL 11 window is a significant step as the league moves to…

WiBOPM (2025-12-15). Milwaukee: Rally Press Conference Demand: Drop the Charges Against Judge Hannah Dugan! ICE Out of Our Communities! wibailoutpeople.org December 15, 2025 Joe Brusky and Milwaukee Teachers' Education Association ICE out of our courts and communities! A coalition of labor, immigrant rights, and faith organizations gathered this morning in support of Judge Hannnah Dugan. Her trial, which is this week, is a blatant attack on immigrant rights and an independent judiciary and is only …

nosihle (2025-12-15). President to address commemoration of Reconciliation Day. sanews.gov.za President to address commemoration of Reconciliation Day | President Cyril Ramaphosa will deliver a keynote address at the national commemoration of Reconciliation Day, taking place at the Ncome Museum within the uMzinyathi District, in KwaZulu-Natal. ⚪ The Department of Sport, Arts and Culture (DSAC) and the KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Government will lead this year's national event under the theme: "Reaffirming Reconciliation for Future Generations." ⚪ This year's theme enshrines on the call for South Africans to deepen commitment to unity, healing, forgiveness and nation-building for shared future. ⚪ The sele…

United World International (2025-12-15). Erdoƒüan in Turkmenistan; Developments in the "Terror-Free Türkiye" process; Foreign Minister's remarks. uwidata.com Last week in Türkiye, President Recep Tayyip Erdoƒüan's visit to Turkmenistan, new developments in the "Terror-Free Türkiye" process, and statements by Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan on international issues with a particular focus on Palestine, made up the top topics. Erdoƒüan in Turkmenistan President Recep Tayyip Erdoƒüan attended the "International Forum of Peace and Trust", organized …

The Independent (2025-12-15). MTN Uganda and Entebbe Club celebrate opening of refurbished Entebbe Clubhouse. independent.co.ug Entebbe, Uganda — MTN Uganda and the Entebbe Club have officially opened the newly refurbished Entebbe Clubhouse in a ceremony held at the historic club grounds. The opening marks an important milestone in the fulfilment of commitments MTN Uganda made in April 2023 when it signed a three-year partnership with the Club. The opening of …

aljazeera (2025-12-15). Tracking Sudan's humanitarian crisis: By the numbers. aljazeera.com Nearly three years of war have displaced 14 million people and pushed 21 million into acute hunger.

UMMID (2025-12-15). 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.

WiBOPM (2025-12-15). ILPS-US Week of Action Dec 10-18, 2025 Defend Migrants! Defend the Working Class! wibailoutpeople.org Since the rise to power of the Trump 2.0 regime, the fascist attacks on migrants and working people, people's organizers, and the working class have continually escalated. Trump's fascist agenda is attacking the people in the interest of the most reactionary faction of the ruling class. Two key vehicles by which the agenda is carried …

ecns.cn (2025-12-15). Louvre's largest showcase in China goes on display at Museum of Art Pudong in Shanghai. ecns.cn Starting with four pieces from the collection of the king of France, Louis XIV, the largest showcase of the Louvre in China is taking place in Shanghai, featuring more than 300 artifacts from the museum's collection.

ecns.cn (2025-12-15). Thrills designed for 'wimps' make giant leap in tourism industry. ecns.cn In the past, 26-year-old e-commerce professional Cao Peiqiang's idea of an adventurous travel thrill was a theme-park pirate ship or a cable car ride. "I'm a man who sought out fresh air and scenic views, not heart-stopping drops," said Cao from Hangzhou, Zhejiang province.

David Swanson (2025-12-15). Sudan: The Forgotten Genocide. worldbeyondwar.org

aljazeera (2025-12-15). What we know about the Bondi Beach Hanukkah shooting. aljazeera.com Australia's spy agency has revealed it investigated one the men who carried out the Bondi massacre for links to ISIL.

ecns.cn (2025-12-15). AI toys offer emotional support to consumers. ecns.cn Eager to tap into a huge potential customer base, industry players are accelerating their push into the artificial intelligence-driven toys market, hoping to unlock new growth as supportive policies inject fresh momentum into the sector.

en.mehrnews (2025-12-15). Saudi Arabia launches artillery attack on Yemen. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 15 (MNA) — Saudi Arabia carried out artillery attacks on villages in Yemen's border regions, according to local media reports.

newarab (2025-12-15). Saudi sets new death penalty record after executing 340 in 2025. newarab.com The kingdom has killed 340 people so far this year, according to AFP's count, and has in recent years trailed only China and Iran among countries carrying out the The toll marks the second-straight year Saudi Arabia has broken its own record since rights groups first began…

Sana Khan (2025-12-15). Bondi Beach Attack Rekindles Australia's Gun Control Debate. moderndiplomacy.eu Australia overhauled its gun laws after the 1996 Port Arthur massacre, rapidly banning semi-automatic weapons, introducing a national buyback scheme and enforcing strict licensing requirements. These reforms made Australia one of the toughest countries in the world on gun ownership and are widely credited with keeping firearm-related deaths low. The shooting at a Jewish celebration …

____ (2025-12-15). Govt under fire over new rural employment bill, opposition asks why Mahatma Gandhi's name dropped. devdiscourse.com The government came under sharp criticism on Monday over a bill that seeks to repeal the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act and replace it with a new rural employment law, with opposition MPs asking why the name of the father of the nation is being removed.

aljazeera (2025-12-15). Who is Jose Antonio Kast, Chile's newly elected far-right leader? aljazeera.com The president-elect has vowed to tackle crime and tighten immigration policies.

tehrantimes (2025-12-15). Iranology goes beyond academia, Armenian researcher says. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN—Iranology is a quiet diplomacy between Iran and Armenia. Mariam Zazyan, an Armenian Iranologist, believes that being an Iranologist has a responsibility beyond academic study and can play an effective role in strengthening the cultural and friendly relations between the nations.

Thomas Knapp (2025-12-15). First They Came for the Tourists. counterpunch.org "In order to comply with the January 2025 Executive Order 14161 (Protecting the United States From Foreign Terrorists and Other National Security and Public Safety Threats)," US Customs and Border Protection informed the public in a December 10 Federal Register entry, "CBP is adding social media as a mandatory data element for an ESTA application."

Juan Carlos Dominguez Taño (2025-12-15). Europe hopes to sign agreement with Mercosur. plenglish.com Brussels, Dec 15 (Prensa Latina) The European Commission (EC) still hopes to sign the trade agreement with Mercosur by the end of the year, a spokesperson for the body said.

| REUTERS | (2025-12-15). Brook admits he needs to rein himself. tribune.com.pk England batter Harry Brook admits that he might need to curb his aggressive instincts a little bit when the Ashes go on the line in the third test in Adelaide this week. | Coach Brendon McCullum insisted on Sunday that England's aggressive style of batting will not change despite heavy defeats in the first two tests. | Brook, who has contributed 98 runs to England's cause over four innings so far, conceded two of his dismissals in Perth and Brisbane were the result of "shocking shots" that he would reconsider if he had his time again. | "I'll admit that every day of the week, especially that one in Perth, it's…

IRA (2025-12-15). Colonial Plunder Didn't Create Capitalism. portside.org Colonial Plunder Didn't Create Capitalism | Mon, 12/15/2025 – 00: 00

en.mehrnews (2025-12-15). US, Ukraine achieve 'a lot of progress' at talks in Berlin. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 15 (MNA) — The delegations of the United States and Ukraine achieved "a lot of progress" during negotiations in the German capital of Berlin, US Special Presidential Envoy Steve Witkoff stated.

infobrics (2025-12-15). "Genocide" as lawfare: Ukraine's accusations against Russia backfiring. infobrics.org Russia has indicted senior Ukrainian officials on genocide charges, and, in parallel, the International Court of Justice has accepted Moscow's counterclaim against Kyiv's genocide accusations. The developments expose how genocide accusations have become tools of lawfare and raise uncomfortable questions about Kyiv's own record in Donbass.

ecns.cn (2025-12-15). Xi: World yearns for peace, trust more than ever. ecns.cn President Xi Jinping called on Friday for greater mutual respect, trust and understanding in the international community to bridge the global deficit in peace, as he extended a congratulatory letter to a forum marking the International Year of Peace and Trust in Ashkhabad, Turkmenistan.

David Swanson (2025-12-15). World BEYOND War Te Waipounamu Chapter Promotes Peace in Aotearoa New Zealand. worldbeyondwar.org By Aotearoa New Zealand — Te Waipounamu South Island Chapter of World BEYOND War, December 15, 2025 | Our chapter has been involved in two events recently promoting our message of peace and a World BEYOND War. ⚪ The first was supporting peace in Wes…

UMMID (2025-12-15). MHT CET 2026 Syllabus, Marking Scheme Published. ummid.com The Maharashtra CET Cell has published on its official website 'cetcell.mahacet.org' syllabus and marking scheme of MHT CET 2026 (PCM and PCB groups both) to be conducted for the academic year 2026-27.

Michael Arria (2025-12-15). What are Israel Bonds, and why have they become a target for the BDS movement? mondoweiss.net In recent weeks, activists have achieved major victories in getting states to divest from Israel Bonds. But what exactly are Israel Bonds, what role do they play in the Israeli occupation, and how are activists successfully mobilizing against them?>

Skwawkbox (2025-12-15). CPS drops 'terror' case against journalist Richard Medhurst. thecanary.co The Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) has today dropped all charges against Syrian-born British journalist Richard Medhurst. Medhurst was first arrested by police in August 2024 under Section 12 of the Terrorism Act. The arrest was, of course, part of the Starmer regime's misuse of anti-terror laws to target anti-genocide journalists and activists. He was kept […] | By

Ed Newman (2025-12-15). Palestinian authorities slam dangerous Israeli plan for 9,000 West Bank settler homes. radiohc.cu Palestinian authorities have condemned a planned Israeli settlement project that would construct nearly 9,000 settler homes in the central occupied West Bank, calling it a "dangerous" threat to the region's geography and demographics. | In a statement released on Monday, the al-Quds Governorate said the plan "threatens the geographical and demographic links between al-Quds and the city of Ramallah." | "The Israeli occupation authorities are seeking to implement a dangerous settlement plan on the lands of al-Quds International Airport and neighboring areas," it added. | The governorate warned that its implementati…

Our Reporter (2025-12-15). Trinity Bus Accident Claims Three, Injures Four Others in Rukiga. plusnews.ug Three people have been confirmed dead and four others injured in a road accident along the Ntungamo—Kabale highway in Rukiga District. The accident involved a Trinity Kampala bound bus, registration number RAT 597K. It occurred around 2: 30 a.m. on Monday, in Kakatunda Village, Muhanga Town Council, Rukiga District. According to survivor Erice Byamungu, the accident happened …

Ben Samuels (2025-12-15). U.S. says it foils New Eve bombing plot in California by pro-Palestinian group. haaretz.com Federal authorities said four alleged members of an extremist group suspected of planning coordinated bombing attacks on New Year's Eve across Southern California were arrested…

G. Seb (2025-12-15). Fired federal workers in D.C. sue Trump administration. peoplesworld.org WASHINGTON—Former federal workers in D.C. have come together to file a lawsuit against the Trump administration over the unlawful firing of multiple employees over accusations of their work being a part of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs. This comes as Trump has cut the jobs of almost 12% of the 2.3 million-strong federal workforce …

geo.tv (2025-12-15). India proposes nuclear law to end state monopoly and allow private sector operators. geo.tv

Our Reporter (2025-12-15). Boda-Boda Gang-Rape 22-year-old Girl in Muyenga. plusnews.ug Kabalagala Police Division is investigating a disturbing case of gang rape involving a 22-year-old woman who was allegedly assaulted by three unidentified boda boda riders over the weekend. According to Kampala Metropolitan Police Spokesperson Rachel Kawala, the victim, a resident of Nsangi in Wakiso District, was assaulted after leaving a birthday party at a club …

ptcnews.tv (2025-12-15). Humanity above all: Ahmed al Ahmed, a fruit seller's heroic act saved countless lives | Watch. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: In the middle of terrifying situation at Sydney's Bondi Beach on December 14, 2025, one sheer act of bravery restored the faith in humanity and showed it is above all the religion.&nbsp | Humanity above all: Ahmed al Ahmed, a fruit seller's heroic act saved countless lives | Watch…

UMMID (2025-12-15). Goa: Birch by Romeo Lane Night Club Fire Leaves 25 Dead. ummid.com As many as 25 people have been killed while a number of others are injured in a late night fire erupted in Birch by Romeo Lane night club in Arpora, North Goa.

The Independent (2025-12-15). Global airlines to post record $41 billion profit in 2026, IATA says. independent.co.ug Carriers buoyed by unprecedented efficiency, but African operators lag amid high costs, older fleets London, UK | THE INDEPENDENT | Global airlines are on track to achieve a record net profit of $41 billion in 2026, the International Air Transport Association said in its latest outlook, as carriers squeeze historic efficiency from constrained fleets. The …

Guest Blogger (2025-12-15). Weekly Climate and Energy News Roundup. wattsupwiththat.com Quote of the Week: "I much prefer the sharpest criticism of a single intelligent man to the thoughtless approval of the masses."— Johannes Kepler…

Pip Hinman (2025-12-15). The fight for quality housing is political. greenleft.org.au The fight for quality housing is political | Pip Hinman | Mon, 15/12/2025 – 11: 30

nosihle (2025-12-15). SA's economic recovery efforts bear fruit. sanews.gov.za SA's economic recovery efforts bear fruit | Government's efforts to unlock economic growth and remove long-standing obstacles are gaining momentum, with early green shoots emerging in the energy sector and South Africa securing its first credit rating upgrade in 20 years, coupled by a stronger rand. ⚪ "Phase 2 of Operation Vulindlela is gaining traction. The results of this initiative led by President Cyril Ramaphosa to unlock growth and remove obstacles in areas that impedes on growth are starting to filter through. The President said the immediate task was to grow our economy so that we can create jobs, reduce…

ecns.cn (2025-12-15). Victims of massacre remembered. ecns.cn Liu Minsheng, 91, a survivor of the Nanjing Massacre, felt overwhelmed by emotions as he attended the solemn national memorial ceremony held on Saturday in Nanjing, Jiangsu province, to mourn the 300,000 victims of the atrocity.

Sana Khan (2025-12-15). Donbas Is Not Putin's Final Goal, EU Warns. moderndiplomacy.eu European Union foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas has warned that Russia's ambitions in Ukraine extend beyond the Donbas region, which includes Donetsk and Luhansk. Her remarks come as the status of Donbas remains a central issue in ongoing discussions about a possible peaceful settlement to the war in Ukraine. Why It MattersKallas' statement reflects growing …

Cherri Gregg (2025-12-15). 'A Beautiful Soul:' This Philly lawyer helps undocumented children transition to the U.S. with safety, stability and hope. whyy.org Many of the kids Rutter helps arrive in the U.S. alone and lack stable housing, food, and mental health care.

UMMID (2025-12-15). 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.

newleftreview (2025-12-15). 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?

tehrantimes (2025-12-15). Iran-South Korea Chamber of Commerce members meet South Korean ambassador. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN- During a meeting between the members of the Iran-South Korea Joint Chamber of Commerce and the South Korean ambassador in Tehran, the sides reviewed the latest status of bilateral relations between Iran and South Korea, and emphasized the necessity of strengthening cooperation in economic and cultural fields, the chamber reported.

UMMID (2025-12-15). CLAT 2026 Answer Key Released, Raise Objections Before Dec 12. ummid.com The Consortium of National Law Universities released today on the official Answer Key (Provisional), along with Question Papers, of the Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) 2026 UG and PG on its official website consortiumofnlus.ac.in (clat.ac.in).

WHYY (2025-12-15). WHYY Newscast for Monday 6:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…

Daniela A. Rodríguez M., Geopolitical Economy. (2025-12-15). How The US Empire Creates Chaos To Disrupt Multipolarity. popularresistance.org With the return of Donald Trump for his second term, diplomacy increasingly resembles a battlefield, rather than a paved road to cooperation, development, and peace. This is not a problem of one US president, but rather the process of internal decomposition of the US empire, which is seeing its hegemony weakened, and is losing its capacity for influence, the possibility of controlling discourse, and its military supremacy. Therefore, it has to resort to the use of coercive power to try to preserve the geopolitical space it has had until now, because moving toward the globalized world and the world government it p…

Joe Fassler (2025-12-15). Report: Proposed EPA cuts further imperil environmental protections in cash-strapped states. nationofchange.org As Trump pushes to slash the EPA's budget to its lowest level in four decades, 15 years of state-level cuts have already hollowed out environmental enforcement across the country.

ptcnews.tv (2025-12-15). Pakistan man, son behind deadly Bondi Beach carnage that killed 15. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: Two people responsible for the deadly shooting at a Hanukkah celebration on Sydney's Bondi Beach were a father and his son from Pakistan, according to CBS News citing US intelligence officials. | The 50-year-old father was shot dead by police at the scene, while his 24-year-old son, Naveed Akram, was taken to hospital in critical condition and remains under police guard. Authorities confirmed there were no other attackers and have classified the incident as a terrorist attack targeting Sydney's Jewish community. | The shooting occurred on Sunday evening during "Chanukah by the Sea," a crowded publ…

GABIK (2025-12-15). No extensions for Lesotho Highlands Water Project, Majodina. sanews.gov.za No extensions for Lesotho Highlands Water Project, Majodina | Water and Sanitation Minister Pemmy Majodina has stressed the urgency of meeting the 2028/2029 completion deadline for Phase II of the Lesotho Highlands Water Project (LHWP), warning that no further extensions will be granted. | While acknowledging progress made on the project, Majodina said delays could not be tolerated, particularly given that the project had already been delayed by nine years. | "If you are running behind schedule, you must have a clear turnaround plan on how and when you are going to catch up, because we cannot afford to delay this…

| AFP | (2025-12-15). Flash floods kill 37 in Moroccan coastal town. tribune.com.pk The death toll from flash floods that hit the Moroccan coastal town of Safi over the weekend rose to 37, local authorities said Monday. | "Fourteen people are currently being treated at Mohammed V hospital in Safi, including two in intensive care," local authorities added in their statement. | Search and rescue operations continued on Monday, after the deadliest such severe weather event in Morocco in over a decade. | Images on social media showed a torrent of muddy water sweeping cars and rubbish bins from the streets in Safi, which sits around 300 kilometres (186 miles) south of the capital Rabat. | Read Mor…

en.mehrnews (2025-12-15). Gharibabadi meets with Bangladesh FM adviser for talks. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 15 (MNA) — Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister for Legal and International Affairs, Kazem Gharibabadi, met and held talks with Adviser to the Foreign Ministry of Bangladesh Mohammad Touhid Hossain in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on Monday.

Our Reporter (2025-12-15). Namisindwa NRM Village Leaders Demonstrate Over Mobilization Funds. plusnews.ug Hundreds of National Resistance Movement (NRM) village leaders from various sub-counties in Namisindwa district demonstrated on Monday over party mobilization funds, claiming they received less money than expected. The leaders, from sub-counties including Bukiabi, Namabya, Mukhuyu, and Bupoto, marched to the district offices demanding the balance of their funds. Each village was given 300,000 shillings, with …

Caitlin Johnstone (2025-12-15). Israel Apologists Hasten To Use Bondi Shooting To Attack Anti-Genocide Activists. thealtworld.com Two shooters The shooters appear to have been Muslim, but, much to the inconvenience of those who would like to use this incident to fan the f…

infobrics (2025-12-15). Russia to Export Over 100 Million Tons of Coal to China. infobrics.org "Russia is one of the world's leading coal producers and suppliers, and China is the largest consumer. In this context, we see prospects for increasing supplies of coal and its processed products to the Asian country," Novak affirmed…

tehrantimes (2025-12-15). Hamedani women participate in Italy's Artigiano exhibition. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — A group of female Iranian crafters from Hamedan province recently showcased their skills at Artigiano in Fiera, held in Milan from December 6 to 14.

Kenny Cooper (2025-12-15). Inside the legislative effort to expel cellphones from Pennsylvania's K-12 schools. whyy.org From Delco to Chesco and Montco to Bucks, what about life in Philly's suburbs do you want WHYY News to cover? A bill aiming to impose a ban on cellphones in Pennsylvania's K-12 schools is gaining momentum in Harrisburg The state

Yotam Koren (2025-12-15). Jerusalem fans wave Jewish supremacist Kahane flag; Tel Aviv anti-Ben-Gvir shirts seized. haaretz.com Beitar Jerusalem fans waved the flag of the late Rabbi Meir Kahane's far-right Kach movement at a match against an Arab-Israeli team on Monday. A day earlier, a security official confiscated a shirt reading 'FCK BNGVR,' a reference to far-right National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, from Hapoel Tel Aviv fans…

ecns.cn (2025-12-15). Russia completes flight tests for 'Ionozond' satellite system. ecns.cn Russia has completed the flight tests of four "Ionosfera-M" satellites, which are designed to study physical processes in the Earth's ionosphere, Russia's state space corporation Roscosmos announced on Saturday.

____ (2025-12-15). Happy with how bowlers bounced back: Morne Morkel. devdiscourse.com India bowling coach Morne Morkel said he is happy with the way his wards bounced back in the low-scoring win over South Africa in the third T20 International here after being hammered in the previous game.

Dean Baker (2025-12-15). Europe Needs an Ally Against Russia and Trump: China. counterpunch.org It's clear to all but the determinedly ignorant that Europe and the United States under Donald Trump are no longer allies. Trump is prepared to go to war to extend his racist vision of the world. Trump is not using euphemisms or code words; he wants white power and as long as European countries are

The Conversation (2025-12-15). Three Things that might Trigger massive Ice Sheet Collapse. juancole.com By (The Conversation) — The Greenland and Antarctic ice sheets are highly vulnerable to global warming and scientists are being increasingly worried about the possibility of large parts of the ice sheets collapsing, if global Scientists have identified three elements that could be triggered, putting the…

Donna Park (2025-12-15). From Nuremberg to Rome: Keeping Humanity Safe. counterpunch.org Given my long-term interest in international affairs, I went to see the recently released movie, "Nuremberg," to revisit the issue of how a court of law can be used to convict those guilty of war crimes. As a result, several parts of the film left me uneasy and looking for a better way to govern

WHYY (2025-12-15). WHYY Newscast for Monday 9:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…

Mark J Willière (2025-12-15). Does China Want to Destroy Hong Kong's Independent Media by Force? thinktank.pk Hong Kong's vibrant push for democratic reforms has long clashed with Beijing's iron-fisted control, raising a pivotal question: Why is China so afraid of democracy in Hong Kong? Since the 1997 handover from British rule, the "one country, two systems" framework promised autonomy and eventual universal suffrage, yet Beijing has repeatedly stifled these aspirations. This …

tehrantimes (2025-12-15). Australia vows stricter gun laws after Bondi Beach mass shooting. tehrantimes.com Australia vowed stricter gun laws on Monday as it began mourning victims of its worst mass shooting in almost 30 years, in which police accused a father-and-son duo of killing 15 people at a Jewish celebration at Sydney's famed Bondi Beach, Reuters reported.

tehrantimes (2025-12-15). Israel launches deadly drone strikes in southern Lebanon. tehrantimes.com At least three people were killed in southern Lebanon on Monday in violent Israeli drone attacks targeting multiple villages.

Josh Breiner (2025-12-15). Israel to redirect $68 million from Arab social programs to Shin Bet, police. haaretz.com The funds, approved despite legal warnings, will boost the Shin Bet's role in non-security crime and expand police units, as far-right ministers push a controversial shift from social support to law enforcement…

en.mehrnews (2025-12-15). IAEA has no right to ask for inspections of attacked sites. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 15 (MNA) — Iran's nuclear chief has criticized the IAEA's call for renewed inspections of attacked nuclear sites, insisting that the Agency lacks clear protocols to inspect sites that have been attacked by the Israeli regime and the US.

tehrantimes (2025-12-15). Daffodils and their special place in collective memory of Iranians. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — The daffodil holds a special place in the collective memory of the Iranian people. A symbol of rebirth, new beginnings, hope, joy, and good fortune, the flower emerges each spring to brighten barren landscapes with its cheerful yellow, orange, and white blooms.

ecns.cn (2025-12-15). Freeride World Tour Qualifier kicks off in Xinjiang's Hemu. ecns.cn The 2025/2026 Hemu Freeride Festival Qualifier kicked off on Friday at the Jikepulin International Ski Resort in Hemu village of the Altay prefecture, Northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region.

Shannon Dawson (2025-12-15). 5 Songs By Carl Carlton That You Need On Your Playlist. newsone.com Funk and R&B singer Carl Carlton has died at 73, leaving behind a legacy that helped define soul and funk music across generations. His son, Carlton Hudgens II, confirmed the news on Sunday, Dec. 14, sharing a tribute on Facebook alongside a photo of his father. "RIP Dad, Legend Carl Carlton, singer of 'She's a …

____ (2025-12-15). Karnataka Assembly mourns the demise of its veteran member Shamanur Shivashankarappa. devdiscourse.com The Karnataka Assembly on Monday mourned the demise of 94-year-old veteran member of the House, Shamanur Shivashankarappa.

The Independent (2025-12-15). Less than 10% of Uganda's family firms rarely survive founders -EPRC. independent.co.ug A new EPRC study exposes structural cracks threatening the future of Uganda's most influential enterprises. Kampala, Uganda | JULIUS BUSINGE | Uganda's most common business structure—the family enterprise—is facing a quiet but severe generational crisis. Fewer than 10% of family-owned businesses in the country survive beyond their founders; a trend researchers warn threatens not only …

Anthony Watts (2025-12-15). Wrong, Phys.org, Faulty Thermometers Aren't Evidence of a 'Climate Roller Coaster'. wattsupwiththat.com Phys.org does its readers a disservice by not fact checking the Nature study and examining other possible causes for its conclusions. Instead of a thoughtful scientific examination of the novel claims made in the study it is reporting on, Phys.org's readers got a fawning, uncritical summary of the flawed Nature study, which exaggerates day-to-day variability based on the well-documented role of UHI and siting flaws. That's not inquisitive journalism, that's promotion; in reality no better than a press release.

infobrics (2025-12-15). FESCO Launches First Flexi-Tank Trains from Omsk to China. infobrics.org Russia's FESCO Transportation Group has dispatched the first container train fully loaded with 40-foot flexi-tanks from Omsk to China via Kazakhstan…

| Web Desk | (2025-12-15). Smart electricity metre prices drop nearly 40%. tribune.com.pk Energy Minister Awais Leghari said that the prices of smart electricity metres have fallen by around 40 per cent, a move he said would lead to massive national savings. In a statement, the minister said that the reduction in prices would result in annual savings of up to Rs150 billion at the national level, following timely and effective measures taken to strengthen transparency and competition in the procurement process. | Leghari said that improved transparency and the adoption of international competitive standards had helped electricity distribution companies procure smart metres at much lower prices. As a…

| Reuters | (2025-12-15). Hong Kong court finds Jimmy Lai guilty of colluding with foreign forces. tribune.com.pk Hong Kong's High Court on Monday found tycoon and pro-democracy campaigner Jimmy Lai guilty of conspiracy to collude with foreign forces in the city's highest-profile trial under a China-imposed national security law that could see him jailed for life. | The landmark case has drawn international scrutiny of Hong Kong's judicial independence amid a years-long crackdown on rights and freedoms in the global financial hub after 2019 pro-democracy protests that Beijing saw as a challenge to its rule. | While 78-year-old Lai's supporters see him as a freedom fighter, Beijing sees him as a mastermind of the protests…

en.mehrnews (2025-12-15). From Nowruz to Anime: A cultural talk with Japan's ambassador. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 15 (MNA) — In an exclusive interview with Mehr News Agency, Japan's ambassador to Iran, Tamaki Tsukada, elaborated on the shared cultural ties between Tehran and Tokyo, as well as his experience during his time in Iran.

UMMID (2025-12-15). Narendra Modi, and Duties vs Rights. ummid.com What Modi is telling in his letter is the way of suppressing the concept of 'right' which is clear in his policy of relegating the religious minorities to second class status, coining the term Urban Naxals for the public intellectuals among others.

Sana Khan (2025-12-15). China to Eliminate Childbirth Costs Nationwide From 2026. moderndiplomacy.eu China's national healthcare security administration has announced that from 2026 it aims to fully cover all policy-approved medical expenses related to childbirth. This includes prenatal checkups and delivery costs, with the goal of ensuring there are no out-of-pocket expenses for families. Several provinces have already introduced similar measures, making childbirth nearly free in some regions. …

Sophie Hurwitz (2025-12-15). Under Trump, the National Renewable Energy Lab is losing 'renewable' from its name. grist.org The National Renewable Energy Laboratory in Colorado is getting a name change. The groundbreaking research institute will no longer have the word "renewable" in its title, the U.S. Department of Energy The announcement does not specify how, or whether, the name change will significantly shift the facility's work, but says it "reflects the Trump administration's broader vision f…

| Irshad Ansari | (2025-12-15). Pakistan's future lies in partnerships, not aid: finance minister. tribune.com.pk Federal Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has said Pakistan's future lies not in aid but in partnerships based on trade and investment. Foreign direct investment in productive sectors would not only boost GDP but also create employment opportunities and generate shared economic benefits for Pakistan and its partners. | Speaking in an interview with CNN Business Arabia, the minister said that over the past 18 months, Pakistan has implemented a comprehensive economic stabilisation programme, which has delivered positive and measurable results. | He said inflation, which had peaked at 38%, has now fallen to sin…

UMMID (2025-12-15). 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.

mediasanctuary (2025-12-15). ICE Protest at Home Depot at Crossgates Commons. mediasanctuary.org On Saturday, December 13, local immigrant rights advocates joined in a national day of protest against ICE and Home Depot with a rally and clothing drive at Crossgates Common. The activists demanded that the company take immediate action to stop Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations in and around its stores nationwide. Across the country, Home Depot locations have become flashpoints in a growing human rights crisis. Immigration raids at and around stores have led to chaotic, violent, and frightening encounters—not only for immigrant workers and day laborers, but also for customers and surr…

tehrantimes (2025-12-15). Israel committed war crimes by targeting Lebanon's reconstruction equipment: HRW. tehrantimes.com Human Rights Watch (HRW) condemned Israel for committing war crimes by repeatedly targeting reconstruction-related equipment and civilian facilities in southern Lebanon throughout 2025, despite a ceasefire that came into effect on November 27, 2024.

aljazeera (2025-12-15). EU launches aid flights to Sudan's Darfur as humanitarian crisis escalates. aljazeera.com RSF takeover of Darfur's el-Fasher makes 'catastrophic situation' even worse. Now Kordofan at risk of same atrocities.

UMMID (2025-12-15). RRB CEN 02/2025 Application Status Link Now Live. ummid.com RRB CEN 02/2025: The candidates, who have applied for Recruitment of Technician Grade-I Signal and various categories of Technician Grade-III as detailed in the Railway Board notification RRB CEN 02/2025 can check their status from today i.e. December 08, 2025.

UMMID (2025-12-15). 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.

Kate Zarb (2025-12-15). A message to everyone except Brittany Higgins. independentaustralia.net

Juan Carlos Dominguez Taño (2025-12-15). Argentina: Vandal attack on Union Leader's Office condemned. plenglish.com Buenos Aires, Dec 15 (Prensa Latina) The Justicialist Party in the Province of Buenos Aires condemned the vandalism attack on the office of Cristian Jeronimo, leader of the Glassworkers' Union (Seivara) and one of the secretaries of the General Confederation of Labor (CGT).

Joon Hyung Kim (2025-12-15). Trump NSS puts S.Korea at center of US primacy aims in region. responsiblestatecraft.org It has been half a year since the Lee Jae-myung administration took office in South Korea. Domestically, the Republic of Korea (ROK) is still recovering from numerous problems left by former president Yoon Suk-yeol's brief imposition of martial law. However, there are also many diplomatic challenges that need to be addressed. The Lee administration faces arguably the most challenging external environment in years. The global order is entering an era of great uncertainty as the U.S.—China rivalry intensifies on the one hand and multipolarization emerges on the other. Rather than looking for mutual accomm…

ecns.cn (2025-12-15). China launches carrier rocket to deploy experimental cargo ship and satellite. ecns.cn China will strive to keep economic growth stable next year while maintaining overall stability in employment, prices and the balance of payments, a senior official said on Saturday.

Juan Carlos Dominguez Taño (2025-12-15). Communists in Chile call for unity to defend social gains. plenglish.com Santiago, Chile, Dec. 15 (Prensa Latina) The Communist Party of Chile (PCCh) called for strengthening the broadest unity of left-wing and progressive forces to defend the country's existing social achievements.

newarab (2025-12-15). Trial opens in Tunisia of NGO workers accused of aiding migrants. newarab.com

IRA (2025-12-15). Thailand and Cambodia: A Trump-Brokered Truce Falls Apart. portside.org Thailand and Cambodia: A Trump-Brokered Truce Falls Apart | Sun, 12/14/2025 – 23: 46

ecns.cn (2025-12-15). China to enhance strategic mutual trust, advance cooperation with UAE, says Wang Yi. ecns.cn China is willing to maintain high-level exchanges with the United Arab Emirates (UAE), deepen strategic mutual trust, implement the important consensus reached by the two heads of state, and advance cooperation across all fields to elevate the bilateral comprehensive strategic partnership to higher levels, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said Saturday.

Ana Vračar (2025-12-15). America First Global Health Strategy: a framework for co-opting healthcare in Africa? peoplesdispatch.org On December 4,

Sangita Swechcha (2025-12-15). Words across worlds: Moharaj Sharma on language, culture, and belonging in Nepal. globalvoices.org

Joe Jurado (2025-12-15). Poll Finds 29% Of Americans Believe Health Care System Is In Crisis. newsone.com

____ (2025-12-15). Opening at Paris Louvre museum delayed as employees discuss possible strike. devdiscourse.com The Paris Louvre museum did not open at 0800 GMT on Monday as usual as staff was meeting to discuss a strike over pay and working conditions, potentially disrupting access for thousands of visitors to the world's most-visited museum. The walkout, if confirmed, will come at a particularly difficult time for the museum, which is still reeling from an October jewel heist worth 88 million euros ($103.31 million) and recent infrastructure problems including a water leak that damaged ancient books.

Sana Khan (2025-12-15). Thailand Halts Fuel Transit to Laos as Cambodia Border War Escalates. moderndiplomacy.eu Thailand has halted fuel shipments passing through a key border checkpoint with Laos after intelligence suggested supplies were being diverted to Cambodian forces, as fighting between Thailand and Cambodia intensifies. The two neighbours are clashing at multiple points along their 817-kilometre border in what both sides describe as the most severe violence in decades. Despite …

| AFP | (2025-12-15). Louvre shuts to visitors as staff strike over working conditions. tribune.com.pk The Louvre closed its doors to thousands of disappointed visitors on Monday due to a strike over working conditions at the Paris landmark, two months after a major robbery. | Employees assembled outside the state-run museum's glass pyramid, blocking the main entrance and holding up banners. | "Due to a strike, the museum won't be able to open today," read a notice for visitors posted outside, leading to celebrations from dozens of trade union members nearby. | "We won! We won!" they shouted in celebration. | The strike had broad support among staff, unions claimed, above all from reception and security staff,…

geo.tv (2025-12-15). Australia mulls tougher gun laws after father and son kill 15 at Bondi Beach. geo.tv Armed police work at the scene after a shooting incident at Bondi Beach in Sydney on December 14, 2025. — AFPSYDNEY: Australia signalled plans for tougher gun laws on Monday as the country began mourning victims of its worst mass shooting in almost 30 years, in which a father and…

newarab (2025-12-15). Dutch police arrest 22 at protest against Israeli concert. newarab.com Several hundred people gathered near the famous Concertgebouw hall in the evening to protest a performance by Shai Abramson, the Israeli military's chief cantor. | "The police intervened several times to keep the demonstrators at a distance and maintain public order," the police said in a statement. | Riot police used batons as demonstrat…

UMMID (2025-12-15). 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.

newarab (2025-12-15). Gulf states reconsider their reliance on US' security umbrella. newarab.com Perhaps only the naive would have believed the American narrative that President Trump had no prior knowledge of the premeditated It would have totally been possible to request directly from the Israeli Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, not to carry out the st…

tehrantimes (2025-12-15). Iran ready to foster tech ties, share expertise with Ethiopia. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — The head of the Organization for the Development of International Cooperation in Science and Technology, Hossein Roozbeh, has announced the country's readiness to share knowledge and boost technological cooperation with African countries, particularly Ethiopia.

____ (2025-12-15). ICICI Prudential AMC IPO fully subscribed on Day 2. devdiscourse.com The initial public offering (IPO) of ICICI Prudential Asset Management Company Ltd, an arm of the ICICI Bank, got fully subscribed on the second day of share sale on Monday.

EDWIN (2025-12-15). Two suspected blue light robbers shot and killed. sanews.gov.za Two suspected blue light robbers shot and killed | Two suspected blue light robbers were shot and killed on Sunday following a shootout with the police in Parys, Free State. | It is reported that a team of various police units in Gauteng, including Tactical Response Team, Traffic Airwing, Detectives Tracking Team, Head Office Counter Intelligence and private security companies operationalised intelligence information about a VW Golf 7 vehicle involved in blue light robberies. | The team strategically placed themselves and the vehicle was spotted driving on the R59 road fitted with blue lights. | As police attem…

newleftreview (2025-12-15). 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.

geo.tv (2025-12-15). Indian CM pulls down Muslim woman's hijab at official event. geo.tv Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar removes hijab of a newly recruited doctor during an official event on December 15, 2025. — X/ @SouthAsiaIndex/screengrabIn yet another incident of hate crime against religious minorities in India, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar removed the…

Juan Carlos Dominguez Taño (2025-12-15). Honduras denounces at OAS the US interference in elections. plenglish.com Tegucigalpa, Dec. 15 (Prensa Latina) Honduran Vice Foreign Minister Gerardo Torres denounced before the Organization of American States (OAS) the open interference of US President Donald Trump in the general elections of November 30.

geo.tv (2025-12-15). Syria arrests five suspects over shooting of US, Syrian troops in Palmyra. geo.tv Troops outside the house of suspects linked to the shooting of US and Syrian troops in the central Syrian town of Palmyra. — Screenshot via ReutersSyria has arrested five people suspected of having links to the shooting of US and Syrian troops in the central Syrian town of Palmyra…

tehrantimes (2025-12-15). Iran, Pakistan push for joint trade committee, $10b trade target. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Iranian and Pakistani business representatives agreed to pursue the creation of a joint trade committee and work towards boosting bilateral trade to $10 billion, during a meeting in Karachi aimed at strengthening private-sector cooperation and facilitating cross-border commerce.

tehrantimes (2025-12-15). Cabinet approves general outline of next year's budget bill. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Iran's cabinet on Sunday approved the general framework of the government's budget bill for the Iranian year 1405 starting late March 2026, during a meeting chaired by President Masoud Pezeshkian.

hindustantimes (2025-12-15). Australia terror attack: How Bondi Beach horror exposes myth of 'tough' gun laws & what next. hindustantimes.com Over 15 killed and more than 40 injured at a Hanukkah gathering in Bondi Beach have shaken faith in Australia's famously strict gun laws. This HT In‚ÄëDepth episode with Aayesha Varma breaks down the attack, the 1996 Port Arthur reforms, rising firearm numbers, and whether Anthony Albanese's government will tighten controls again.

en.mehrnews (2025-12-15). Iran proposes BRICS laboratory network to cut research costs. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 15 (MNA) — Iran has proposed the establishment of a shared laboratory network among BRICS member states to promote scientific cooperation, reduce technological gaps, and lower research costs, VP Afshin told Mehr News Agency.

The Independent (2025-12-15). Kayoola EV bus expedition signals new era for Africa's EV market. independent.co.ug Morocco has become a hub for EV production, attracting global automakers, while Egypt has partnered with Chinese firms to produce electric buses Johannesburg, South Africa | THE INDEPENDENT | A Ugandan-built electric bus has begun its return journey to Kampala after completing a 7,125-kilometre drive to Cape Town, organisers say, marking one of the continent's …

Matt Simon (2025-12-15). How the planet fared in 2025 — the good, the bad, and the ugly. grist.org If we're being honest, 2025 did not start out great. For basically the whole month of January, a series of wildfires raged across Los Angeles, killing hundreds (more on that number below). On the other side of the country, an Arctic blast brought The rest of the year, which is on track to…

A a (2025-12-15). Papa León XIV denuncia las prácticas usureras usadas en contra del sur global. strategic-culture.su Mario LETTIERI y Paolo RAIMONDI (Desde Roma) | àönete a nosotros en , y . | Escríbenos: | En la reciente audiencia con el Consejo Nacional Antiusura, que cel…

Pablo Rafael Fuente (2025-12-15). Salvadoreños en abrazo solidario con Cuba. radiohc.cu Diferentes grupos de solidaridad con Cuba en El Salvador manifestaron en 2025 su irrestricto apoyo al pueblo cubano y a su resistencia contra el bloqueo estadounidense. | Ese espíritu primó entre los asistentes al balance anual 2025 del movimiento de solidaridad con la isla celebrado en la Embajada Cubana en El Salvador este fin de semana, donde estuvieron representados diversos grupos de salvadoreños quienes durante el año no cejaron en sus acciones de apoyo al pueblo isleño. | Durante meses los salvadoreños solidarios pusieron su hombro junto al pueblo cubano en múltiples tareas para que, "Cuba siga de pie y fi…

Staff (2025-12-15). Dupla cubana Gómez y Veranes conquista plata en la final del Tour Norceca 2025. cubadebate.cu La dupla cubana integrada por Damián Gómez y Eblis Veranes concluyó su participación en el NORCECA Beach Volleyball Tour Finals 2025 con la medalla de plata, tras caer en la final masculina ante los canadienses Samuel Schachter y Jonathan Pickett.

A a (2025-12-15). Papa León XIV denuncia las prácticas usureras usadas en contra del sur global. strategic-culture.su Mario LETTIERI y Paolo RAIMONDI (Desde Roma) | àönete a nosotros en , y . | Escríbenos: | En la reciente audiencia con el Consejo Nacional Antiusura, que cel…

Staff (2025-12-15). Dupla cubana Gómez y Veranes conquista plata en la final del Tour Norceca 2025. cubadebate.cu La dupla cubana integrada por Damián Gómez y Eblis Veranes concluyó su participación en el NORCECA Beach Volleyball Tour Finals 2025 con la medalla de plata, tras caer en la final masculina ante los canadienses Samuel Schachter y Jonathan Pickett.

Staff (2025-12-15). Honduras: Consejero Electoral Marlon Ochoa denuncia opacidad y pide claridad en el recuento electoral. cubadebate.cu El proceso electoral en Honduras enfrenta una grave crisis de credibilidad debido a las serias inconsistencias detectadas en el escrutinio de votos. Marlon Ochoa, consejero del Consejo Nacional Electoral (CNE), levantó una voz de alarma, denunciando que existe una intención de limitar la revisión de las actas presidenciales.

Staff (2025-12-15). Comisión Nacional de Béisbol anuncia cambios en la 64 SNB. cubadebate.cu La Comisión Nacional de Beisbol anunció cambios en el reglamento de la actual serie 64 de ese deporte, en cuanto a los juegos no celebrados, sellados y para las etapas de play off. La nota enviada a los medios precisa que la decisión responde a la cantidad de partidos no efectuados, y ha tenido en cuenta los compromisos internacionales a enfrentar a partir del 23 de enero del 2026.

Massiel Rigñack Fraga (2025-12-15). La Habana gana Liga Nacional de Fútbol tras 24 años de sequía. radiohc.cu La Habana se coronó campeón del Torneo Clausura de la 108 Liga Nacional de Fútbol al vencer 2-1 a Santiago de Cuba en el estadio La Polar de la capital, rompiendo una sequía de 24 años sin títulos nacionales. El triunfo, logrado en un partido vibrante, le otorga a la capital su primer campeonato desde la temporada 2000-2001 cuando Francisco Fariñas dirigía al equipo. | El encuentro se definió en la segunda mitad tras un primer tiempo sin goles. Rigual Herrera abrió el marcador para los Diablos Rojos capitalinos, pero Jean Carlos Iglesias igualó rápidamente para los orientales. La experiencia de La Habana se impus…

Staff (2025-12-15). "El ALBA continuará siendo espacio esencial de solidaridad y digna resistencia" cubadebate.cu Intervención de Miguel Mario Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, Primer Secretario del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba y Presidente de la República, en la XXV Cumbre de la Alianza Bolivariana para los pueblos de Nuestra América-Tratado de Comercio de los Pueblos.

Staff (2025-12-15). "El ALBA continuará siendo espacio esencial de solidaridad y digna resistencia" cubadebate.cu Intervención de Miguel Mario Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, Primer Secretario del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba y Presidente de la República, en la XXV Cumbre de la Alianza Bolivariana para los pueblos de Nuestra América-Tratado de Comercio de los Pueblos.

Staff (2025-12-15). Comisión Nacional de Béisbol anuncia cambios en la 64 SNB. cubadebate.cu La Comisión Nacional de Beisbol anunció cambios en el reglamento de la actual serie 64 de ese deporte, en cuanto a los juegos no celebrados, sellados y para las etapas de play off. La nota enviada a los medios precisa que la decisión responde a la cantidad de partidos no efectuados, y ha tenido en cuenta los compromisos internacionales a enfrentar a partir del 23 de enero del 2026.

Leipzig del Carmen Vázquez García (2025-12-15). En Granma reconocieron a personalidades de la cultura. radiohc.cu

| AFP | (2025-12-15). Rodrygo scrapes Real Madrid win at Alaves. tribune.com.pk Kylian Mbappe and Rodrygo struck goals to earn Real Madrid a tense 2-1 win at Alaves in La Liga on Sunday to potentially keep coach Xabi Alonso in his job. | Second-placed Madrid trimmed league leaders Barcelona's advantage back to four points and recorded only their third victory in the last nine games across all competitions. | After a home defeat by Manchester City in the Champions League on Wednesday, Spanish media reported that anything but a victory would cost Alonso his position. | After Mbappe's superb opener, Carlos Vicente pulled Alaves level in the second half, but Rodrygo secured the visitors a muc…