(2025-12-28). Woman killed in Gaza as bombed wall collapses on tent amid storm. tehrantimes.com A Palestinian woman was killed, and several family members were injured when a storm-damaged building wall collapsed onto a tent in Gaza City's Al-Rimal neighborhood on Sunday, Anadolu reported.
(2025-12-28). Dr Hussam Abu Safia's Family Demand His Release From Israeli Prison. popularresistance.org Exactly one year after Israeli forces kidnapped Kamal Adwan Hospital director Dr. Hussam Abu Safia, relatives and health officials renewed demands for his release on 27 December, citing his deteriorating health. | The anniversary prompted statements from Gaza authorities and international rights groups calling for disclosure of his fate and an end to his arbitrary detention. | Occupation forces took Dr. Abu Safia on 27 December 2024 during a military raid on Kamal Adwan Hospital in Beit Lahia. | At the time, the hospital was the last operational medical center serving northern Gaza. Witness accounts said he was d…
(2025-12-28). Gaza's Project Sunrise: Cat out of the bag. ummid.com Gaza's Project Sunrise right from the beginning was to get Gaza free of Palestinians, so that it could be redeveloped as a riviera or a Singapore in the desert, leading on AI and modern tech…
(2025-12-28). Cold, devastated Gaza braces for winter rain amid truce doubts. newarab.com 
Barefoot children played on chilly sand as Some families in Fathers braced fraying tents with old pieces of wood or inspected the rag…
(2025-12-28). Gaza: Woman killed in building collapse as new storm hits. newarab.com 
A Palestinian woman was killed early on Sunday morning after The building, which collapsed, had already been partially destroyed due to Israeli bombardment during the war, in the latest incident of its kind in Gaza. | Meanwhile, rain and strong winds that have been battering the Gaza Strip since Saturday evening hav…
(2025-12-28). Iran, Qatar urge end to attacks on civilians in Gaza, Lebanon. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 28 (MNA) — Iranian and Qatari foreign ministers exchanged views on developments in Palestine, Lebanon, and Yemen during a telephone call.
(2025-12-28). Trump urges release of any Epstein files naming Democrats. tribune.com.pk 
US President Donald Trump urged the Justice Department (DOJ) Friday to "embarrass" any Democrats who worked with Jeffrey Epstein after it began poring over millions of documents linked to the late sex offender. | The DOJ began releasing records last week from the investigation into Epstein, a wealthy financier who died in a New York jail in 2019 while awaiting trial for trafficking underage girls for sex. | The latest disclosures on Tuesday contain numerous references to Trump including documents detailing flights he took on Epstein's private jet. | Trump was once a friend of Epstein but distanced himself afte…
(2025-12-28). The Epstein Saga: Chapter 3, Those friends in the Secret Service. strategic-culture.su
(2025-12-28). Venezuela Accuses US of Aggression, Wants Dialogue Amid US-Led Regime Change and Oil Claims (+Somaliland). orinocotribune.com Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro announced that he remains willing to hold direct talks with US authorities, provided they take place "on the basis of respect." | "Our message is one of peace, love, and understanding," he declared during a cabinet meeting held on Friday, December 26, which was broadcast on state media. "And if, in the US, someone ever decides, based on respect, to engage in dialogue and move beyond failed [regime change] projects that have persisted for over 25 years, here there will always be a president who represents his people, ready to extend a hand and look for paths to peace, cooperatio…
(2025-12-28). Venezuela is not about drugs or migration. It is Trump's 'Ukraine moment'. strategic-culture.su Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | The Pentagon has deployed special operations aircraft, troops and equipment to the Caribbean region…
(2025-12-28). What Russia's Support for Venezuela Signals to Washington. moderndiplomacy.eu Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov's expression of "serious concern" over U.S. military activity in the Caribbean seas, delivered during a call with Venezuelan Foreign Minister Yvan Gil, is less about immediate military realities than about strategic messaging. On the surface, the exchange reads as routine diplomatic solidarity between two sanctioned states aligned against Washington. Yet …
(2025-12-28). Petrolio sotto sequestro: l'aggressione statunitense contro il Venezuela e la sfida all'ordine internazionale. strategic-culture.su Il sequestro di petroliere venezuelane e la minaccia di un "blocco totale" segnano un salto di qualità nella pressione USA contro Caracas. Pechino e Mosca denunciano sanzioni unilaterali illegali e ingerenze. In gioco non c'è solo il Venezuela, ma la tenuta del diritto internazionale. | Segue nostro Il sequestro di navi petroliere venezuelane da parte degli Stati Uniti, insieme al sistema di sanzioni unilaterali imposto da Washington con…
(2025-12-28). Iran's petchem production capacity to hit 131.5m tons: NPC. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 28 (MNA) — The chief executive of the National Petrochemical Company (NPC) says production capacity of petrochemical products will reach 131.5 million tons by the end of the country's 7th Five-Year Socioeconomic and Cultural Development…
(2025-12-28). Iran exercises maximum restraint in view of provocations. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 28 (MNA) — Iran shows maximum restraint and demonstrates openness to dialogue in response to all the West's provocations, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov says.
(2025-12-28). Power Restored to Kyiv: Resilience Amid Russian Attacks. devdiscourse.com Ukraine's leading private energy provider announced on Sunday the restoration of power to nearly 750,000 households in Kyiv, following a Russian air attack that caused emergency outages the previous day. This attack, involving both missiles and drones, resulted in two fatalities and over a million homes losing power in and around the capital.
(2025-12-28). NPC's 4th annual session slated for early March. ecns.cn The 14th National People's Congress, China's top legislature, will kick off its fourth annual full session in Beijing on March 5, according to a decision adopted by the NPC Standing Committee on Saturday.
(2025-12-28). China adopts revised Foreign Trade Law. ecns.cn Chinese lawmakers on Saturday voted to adopt a revision to the Foreign Trade Law.
(2025-12-28). Fanning the flames: How US arms sales destabilize Taiwan and violate China's sovereignty. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — China's decision to impose countermeasures on U.S. military-linked companies and senior executives is neither impulsive nor symbolic. It is a calibrated response to Washington's latest and most provocative escalation on the Taiwan question: an unprecedented $11.1 billion arms package to China's Taiwan region.
(2025-12-28). Tractor to extend Dragan Skocic's deal. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Tractor football club are set to extend head coach Dragan Skociƒá's contract following the team's strong performances in the 2025/26 AFC Champions League Elite.
(2025-12-28). Afridi to flex power at Minar-e-Pakistan. tribune.com.pk 
Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi on Saturday announced that the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) would hold a public rally at Minar-e-Pakistan on Sunday (today), turning a tightly-controlled Lahore visit into a challenge to an attempt to fence him in politically. | The announcement came on the second day of his stay, after Afridi managed to reach Liberty Roundabout late Friday night but was unable to deliver a planned address when a heavy police contingent sealed off all access routes, erecting pickets and effectively choking off the gathering. | The PTI leader brushed aside claims that the party'
(2025-12-28). LVM3-M6 launch marks significant stride in India's space sector: PM Modi. ummid.com The Indian Space Research Organisation's LVM3-M6 mission Wednesday December 24, 2025 successfully placed the BlueBird Block-2 satellite, the heaviest ever, into its intended orbit.
(2025-12-28). KEAM 2026: List of Certificates released ahead of registration. ummid.com The Office of the Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE) has published on its official website 'cee.kerala.gov.in' the list of Certificates and Documents required for online registration of KEAM 2026.
(2025-12-28). PBC rejects Punjab's new property law. tribune.com.pk 
The Pakistan Bar Council (PBC) has unanimously rejected the Punjab Protection of Ownership of Immovable Property Act, 2025, warning the PML-N Punjab government to refrain from what it termed the "unlawful aspirations of land mafias". | The decision was taken during the 247th meeting of the PBC, held on Saturday at the Supreme Court Building in Islamabad, with Vice Chairman Chaudhry Tahir Nasrullah Warraich presiding. | In a strongly worded resolution, the PBC condemned the Punjab government for passing the law, stating that it was unconstitutional, unlawful and in direct conflict with established legal framewo…
(2025-12-28). Owen Hatherley: Architecture of the Future? newleftreview.org The built legacy of the Soviet Bloc is undergoing a dramatic reappraisal, from crumbling concrete brutalism to Instagrammable socmod chic. Hatherley's critical survey of a growing body of work in this area—examining modernist constructions from Vilnius to Tashkent—asks the question the new studies largely avoid: what, if anything, makes this architecture socialist?
(2025-12-28). Gabriele Pedullà : Timpanaro's Materials. newleftreview.org Gabriele Pedullà on Tom Geue, Major Corrections. Intellectual biography of Sebastiano Timpanaro, who brought the tools of philology to bear in a keen-sighted historical materialism.
(2025-12-28). 6.6 quake strikes off Taiwan: USGS. tribune.com.pk 
(2025-12-28). Trumpist fascism: The worm turns. links.org.au 
Kevin B. Anderson — The Trumpist fascist overreach has led to increased support for a wide array of forms of resistance.
(2025-12-28). Israeli President's invitation must be withdrawn. greenleft.org.au Israeli President's invitation must be withdrawn | Pip Hinman |
(2025-12-28). Comanche Triumphs Again: A Turbulent Sydney to Hobart Journey. devdiscourse.com Master Lock Comanche emerged victorious in the Sydney to Hobart race, outpacing its closest rivals, LawConnect and HSK Scallywag 100. Overcoming damage in the previous year, Comanche completed the journey in two days, five hours, and three minutes.
(2025-12-28). Israeli settlers rampage through West Bank towns, torch Palestinian cars and vandalize homes. tehrantimes.com Illegal Israeli settlers attacked and damaged Palestinian properties in the occupied West Bank on Sunday.
(2025-12-28). Rahmani 30 Entrance Exam 2026 Date Confirmed. ummid.com Rahmani Program of Excellence run under Rahmani Mission of Rahmani Foundation has confirmed the Rahmani 30 Entrance Exam 2026 date.
(2025-12-28). Is the UAE sailing Israel's ship in the Gulf of Aden and the Red Sea? tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — The United Arab Emirates has long sought to project itself as a modern, pragmatic power, striking a balance between economic dynamism and regional influence. Yet its deepening partnership with Israel reveals a trajectory that is less about stability and more about embedding Israeli interests into fragile states. From southern Yemen to Somaliland and Sudan, Abu Dhabi's actions increasingly resemble those of a proxy, enabling Israel's ambitions in one of the world's most sensitive maritime corridors.
(2025-12-28). Learning feminism before knowing its name: Verse's story from Myanmar. globalvoices.org 
(2025-12-28). Africa Cup of Nations 2025: Salah shines as Egypt beat Zimbabwe 2-1. ummid.com Mohamed Salah led Egypt off to a winning start in the Africa Cup of Nations 2025 by scoring late for 2-1 against Zimbabwe on Monday December 22, 2025.
(2025-12-28). AI: Bizarre Nationwide UAE Government Propaganda Khutbah. muslimskeptic.com One of the grave realities about the UAE is that it keeps coming up with new ways to distort Islam and make it into being pro-Israel, pro-genocide, and pro-evil. The latest of these efforts arrives in the form of a nationwide government-produced Friday khutbah (sermon) that is essentially an AI glaze-fest. UAE Friday Khutbahs Are …
(2025-12-28). Tehran to host Intl. Conference on Social Work, Social Capital. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — The 6th International Conference on Social Work and Social Capital is scheduled to be held in Tehran on January 6, 2026.
(2025-12-28). Uttar Pradesh's Security Blueprint: A Model for India. devdiscourse.com Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has praised the state's law and order situation, claiming it serves as an exemplary model for other states. This assertion was made during the 'Police Manthan' conference, which focused on advancing smart policing inspired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of law enforcement.
(2025-12-28). A Battered America Awaits Trump's Next Move. globalresearch.ca President Donald Trump's end of year speech to the American public that took place on December 17th was full of conceits over how the United States under the new regime in power is moving ahead on all fronts to benefit the American people.
(2025-12-28). High-speed rail reaches 50,000 km milestone. ecns.cn With the opening of the Xi'an-Yan'an high-speed railway in Northwestern China on Friday, the country's high-speed rail network has surpassed 50,000 kilometers."I took the regular speed train to Yan'an before, and the bullet train cut in half the travel time," she said."ÄÄ"ÄÄ"The high-speed train is so fast and comfortable.
(2025-12-28). Star-Studded Celebrations at Salman Khan's 60th Birthday. devdiscourse.com Bollywood icon Salman Khan marked a milestone on Saturday, celebrating his 60th birthday surrounded by family and renowned figures at his Panvel farmhouse.
(2025-12-28). IAF to show second Iranian female-directed feature film. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — The restored version of "The Sealed Soil," a 1977 Iranian film directed by Marva Nabili, will be shown at the cinematheque of the Iranian Artists Forum (IAF) in Tehran on Monday.
(2025-12-28). Sa Pinto confirms Rezaeian's departure from Esteghlal. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN – Esteghlal head coach Ricardo Sa Pinto has officially confirmed that the club's controversial player, Ramin Rezaeian, will part ways with the team during the midseason break.
(2025-12-28). Russia still stands for establishment of Palestinian State. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 28 (MNA) — Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov says that Moscow still supports the establishment of a Palestinian State.
(2025-12-28). Vince Zampella, Call of Duty and Battlefield creator, dies in Ferrari crash. ummid.com Vince Zampella, the co-creator of the globally successful video games Call of Duty and Battlefield , has died in a crash while he was driving his Ferrari sports car.
(2025-12-28). Inflation rate rises 1.8%. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN – The Statistical Center of Iran (SCI) has put the average inflation rate in the twelve-month period ended on November 21, which marks the end of the ninth Iranian calendar month Azar, at 42.2 percent, rising 1.8 percent from the figure for the twelve-month ended to the seventh month.
(2025-12-28). Maha TET 2025 Answer Key: Deadline to Raise Objections Dec 27. ummid.com The Commissioner Maharashtra State Council of Examination has released on its website mahatet.in the interim Answer Keys of Paper 1 and Paper 2 of Maharashtra Teacher Eligibility Test (Maha TET 2025).
(2025-12-28). The Problem with Machado: Assange Sues the Nobel Foundation. globalresearch.ca The Swedish police have promised it will go nowhere, but the attempt by WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange to draw attention to the inappropriateness of María Corina Machado as a Nobel Peace Prize recipient raises a few salient matters.
(2025-12-28). Xinjiang ramps up cotton, textiles biz. ecns.cn Northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region is leveraging its strengths in cotton production, energy resources, strategic location, and supportive policies to restructure and upgrade its textile and apparel industry value chain.
(2025-12-28). Guinea's Pivotal Presidential Election: A Turning Point Amid Challenges. devdiscourse.com Guinea's citizens are casting their votes in a crucial presidential election, the first since the 2021 coup led by Gen Mamadi Doumbouya. Analysts suggest the voting outcome may favor Doumbouya, given the significantly weakened opposition.
(2025-12-28). Economists Call For The Suspension Of Sri Lanka's Debt. popularresistance.org The Institute of Political Economy (IPE), Sri Lanka and the UK-based Debt Justice issued a joint statement demanding the International Monetary Fund (IMF) suspend Sri Lanka's debt repayment to help it tackle its prolonged economic crisis compounded by Cyclone Ditwah. | The statement, signed by over 120 well-known economists from across the world including Jayati Ghosh and Utsa Patnaik from India, Nobel-prize winner Joseph Stiglitz, and French economist Thomas Piketty, asks the IMF to prioritize the welfare of people and their development over financial obligations to external creditors.
(2025-12-28). Trump's Christmas Day strikes on Nigeria beg question: Why Sokoto? responsiblestatecraft.org For the first time since President Trump publicly excoriated Nigeria's government for allegedly condoning a Christian genocide, Washington made good on its threat of military action on Christmas Day when U.S. forces conducted airstrikes against two alleged major positions of the Islamic State (IS-Sahel) in northwestern Sokoto state. According to several sources familiar with the operation, the airstrike involved at least
(2025-12-28). Strengthening Congress: A Call for Organizational Renewal. devdiscourse.com During the Congress's 140th Foundation Day, Shashi Tharoor supported the views of his colleague Digvijaya Singh on the need to strengthen the party organization.
(2025-12-28). How to Download Instagram Highlight cover? en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 28 (MNA) — Unlock the full potential of your profile with our guide on how to download Instagram Highlight covers in high resolution.
(2025-12-28). Iran attends regional workshop on Biodiversity Monitoring and National Reporting. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Iran has participated in a regional training workshop on biodiversity monitoring and national reporting for West Asian countries in Manama, Bahrain.
(2025-12-28). Susa: Walking through one of the world's oldest cities. tehrantimes.com Visiting Susa was like stepping into a living history book. From the moment I arrived in this ancient city in southwest Iran, I felt I was walking through layers of time, each step revealing traces of civilizations that shaped human history.
(2025-12-28). US spying on Iran over Iraqi airspace. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 28 (MNA) — Iran's Ambassador to Baghdad Mohammad Kazem Al-e Sadeq has announced that Tehran has identified American reconnaissance flights using Iraqi airspace to spy on Iranian territory.
(2025-12-28). Hezbollah secretary-general to deliver speech today. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 28 (MNA) — The Secretary-General of Lebanon's Hezbollah will deliver a speech today, Sunday, during a ceremony commemorating one of the resistance commanders.
(2025-12-28). CAT 2025 Result Out: List of 10 Toppers. ummid.com The Indian Institutes of Management (IIM) Kozhikode has released the result of CAT 2025 (Common Admission Test 2025) along with the Toppers List on its website iimcat.ac.in.
(2025-12-28). Chinese legislators pass Foreign Trade Law revision. ecns.cn Chinese lawmakers adopted a revision to the Foreign Trade Law on Saturday, and the updated provisions will take effect on March 1.
(2025-12-28). Ex-SBP gov Shamshad dies at 71. tribune.com.pk 
Former State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) governor Dr Shamshad Akhtar on Saturday passed away at the age of 71 due to cardiac arrest. | Akhtar was serving as chairperson of the Pakistan Stock Exchange at the time of her death, giving her a rare role spanning the country's monetary policy, fiscal management and capital markets. | She served as the 14th SBP governor from 2006 to 2009 and later assumed the role of caretaker finance minister during the interim governments formed ahead of the 2018 and 2024 general elections. | Born in Hyderabad, Akhtar received her early education in Karachi and Islamabad and was known f…
(2025-12-28). Telangana: Applications open for Overseas Scholarships for Minorities. ummid.com The Department of Minorities Welfare in Telangana has invited application from the eligible candidates for Chief Minister's Overseas Scholarship Scheme for students from the minority communities.
(2025-12-28). Contrails and their claimed climatic effect. wattsupwiththat.com After also analyzing nearly half a million flights across the North Atlantic, the research team has generated new insights.
(2025-12-28). BJP-led Mahayuti sweeps Maharashtra local body elections. ummid.com The Mahayuti – the alliance of Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP), Shiv Sena (Eknath Shinde) and NCP (Ajit Pawar), has sweeped the 2025 Nagar Parishad (Municipal Council) and Nagar Panchayat (Municipal Panchayat) elections.
(2025-12-28). Manufacturing in China spurs global growth. ecns.cn Amid a backdrop of evolving global trade dynamics, China's manufacturing sector remains a crucial pillar driving worldwide economic stability, technological progress and green transition, experts and corporate executives said.
(2025-12-28). Pakistan to settle $1b UAE liability via Fauji Group deal. tribune.com.pk 
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar on Saturday reiterated that Pakistan which was once dubbed as 'diplomatically isolated' had emerged strong and prominent diplomatically, politically and economically among the comity of nations, owing to the dynamic policies of the incumbent government. | The DPM/FM, presenting annual achievements and role of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs at a news conference, said that their pro-active, principled and firm stance over key global issues won accolades and acknowledged at the global foras. | Referring to recent visit of the UAE president, he…
(2025-12-28). The Charge of the Padded Brigade: England in Australia. dissidentvoice.org It's been one of the strangest cricket series on record. Hurried, frenetic, foolish, haphazard, and, at times, unbecomingly immature. The cricket between England and Australia in this, the 2025-6 Ashes series, was a recreational coke line, a narcotics fix, a dopamine thrill. But was it even cricket? One thinks of those deathless lines from the …
(2025-12-28). Pro-Khalistan Sikhs, Hindu protesters clash in London. tribune.com.pk 
(2025-12-28). Governor-general urges Khorasan Razavi to host more cultural events. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN ⚪ Khorasan, as a large civilizational area, has the capacity to play a leading cultural role in the region by holding international events and conferences of Naqqali performance and Shahnameh recitation.
(2025-12-28). South Korea's Strategic Cabinet Appointment: A Budgetary Revamp. devdiscourse.com In a significant move, South Korea's President Lee Jae Myung has appointed Lee Hye-hoon, known for her conservative stance, as the new budget minister. The announcement, made during a Sunday briefing by the presidential office spokesperson, marks a step forward in aligning economic growth with social welfare.
(2025-12-28). Gol Gohar stun Esteghlal in 2025/26 PGPL. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN – Gol Gohar football team shocked Esteghlal with a 1-0 victory on Sunday in the 2025/26 Persian Gulf Professional League, climbing above their hosts in the standings.
(2025-12-28). Special driver's license tests planned for servants and pilgrims of Imam Reza Shrine. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN ⚪ The cultural and tourism project honoring the servants and pilgrims of Astan Quds Razavi is being implemented by Touring & Automobile Club of the Islamic Republic of Iran (TACI) in Mashhad (centered on the vast Holy Shrine of Imam Reza (AS), the capital city of Khorasan Razavi province, with the aim of promoting land tourism and developing automobile assistance services.
(2025-12-28). 21 Islamic, African states condemn Israel's recognition of Somaliland as destabilizing. tehrantimes.com Representatives of 21 Islamic, Arab, and African countries on Friday condemned Israel's recognition of Somaliland as a sovereign state, calling it a violation of international law and a threat to regional stability, Anadolu reported Saturday.
(2025-12-28). 10 Muslims win 2025 Maharashtra Civic Body President Polls. ummid.com As many as 10 Muslims have won the 2025 Municipal Council President elections in different parts of Maharashtra results of which were declared on Monday.
(2025-12-28). WorldX News interviews: a skillful bearer of information for their global audience. gilbertdoctorow.com Lavrov Warns Europe: Russia accuses European Union of escalating Ukraine conflict| NewsX World This brief interview was meant to be in anticipation of Zelensky's visit to Miami today for talks with Donald Trump. The full hourly news bulletin from which this interview has been extracted above, may be seen here: I use this opportunity to …
(2025-12-28). Bahram Beyzaie, pillar of Iranian artistic heritage, passes away. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN- Bahram Beyzaie, a towering figure in Iranian theater, cinema, and literature passed away on his 87th birthday on Thursday, according to a statement from Stanford University's Iranian Studies Program, where he served as a distinguished visiting professor for over 15 years.
(2025-12-28). Nicholas Mulder: Interludes of Abundance. newleftreview.org Nicholas Mulder on Arnaud Orain, Le monde confisqué. Reading of the current neo-mercantilist lurch as a return to the norm of long-run capitalist history.
(2025-12-28). Iranian modern artworks on display in Shiraz gallery. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — An exhibition of works by renowned Iranian artists such as Hossein Zenderoudi, Mohsen Vaziri-Moghaddam, Abbas Kiarostami, Parvaneh Etemadi, Monir Farmanfarmaian, Ardeshir Mohassess, and Lili Matin-Daftari is underway at Pirsook Gallery in Shiraz, Fars Province.
(2025-12-28). Quiet courage of ordinary people can rebuild a world in crisis. scmp.com My son, who is almost four, has recently become obsessed with the universe. He can recite the planets of the solar system and tell anyone who will listen that Pluto — his favourite — was once a planet but was reclassified as a "dwarf planet" in 2006. | Now that he has a sense of scale and size, he has developed a habit of comparing everything: an ant is smaller than a leaf, the Earth is smaller than the sun, the sun is just a dot in the galaxy, and the galaxy is a tiny part of the universe.
(2025-12-28). Christmas 2025: Widespread violence, intimidation against Christians in India. ummid.com Reports of widespread violence and intimidation against Christians are being reported from different parts of India on the eve and day of Christmas Thursday December 25, 2025.
(2025-12-28). Amsterdam based Nebius partnered w/ DataOne trying to destroy Vineland NJ with H2O Stealing Data Center. fightbackbetter.com Editor's Note: It is also an appropriate aside to use this opportunity to question the current use of data in…
(2025-12-28). How Cyberbiosecurity and Naval Strategy Collide in the Indian Ocean. moderndiplomacy.eu Maritime chokepoints, naval spending, and the competition between the great powers have continued to dominate the security debates regarding the Indian Ocean Region (IOR). However, a significant change is about to take place in the background: the increased strategic significance of cyberbiosecurity, ensuring the safety of digitally enabled biological systems and data (health, laboratories, biomanufacturing, …
(2025-12-28). The weakness of the world in our struggle. tehrantimes.com TORONTO – When the world fails to uphold justice, it becomes an obligation of the oppressed to fulfil it. Demanding rights and justice from a world that has turned a blind eye to a genocide that has been occurring for over 70 years, and is now at its worst state, is a meaningless endeavor.
(2025-12-28). When The USSR And China Saved Humanity. popularresistance.org 2025 marked the 80th anniversary of the defeat of fascism in World War Two. Unfortunately, the history of this extremely important conflict is not very well understood today. | It was not the United States and its Western allies that defeated fascism in WWII. That is a myth that is promoted by Hollywood movies. | In reality, it was the Soviet Union and China that defeated fascism in WWII. However, their heroic contribution was later erased by the West, when the US waged the First Cold War against the global socialist movement. | The vast majority — approximately 80% — of Nazi casualties were on the Ea…
(2025-12-28). China, the United States, and the War Economy. globalresearch.ca First published by Global Research on December 18, 2025 | As a long-time observer of China, who has been deeply inspired by the best of the Chinese tradition of moral philosophy, I feel compelled to make a statement about the current …
(2025-12-28). How a technical committee has turned into a strategic threat to Lebanon. tehrantimes.com BEIRUT—What was introduced after the November 27, 2024 ceasefire as a purely technical arrangement has gradually evolved into a mechanism with political and security implications that extend far beyond its stated purpose.
(2025-12-28). Gautam Adani's Rise: An Inspiration for Dreamers at Baramati's AI Excellence Centre Inauguration. devdiscourse.com Industrialist Gautam Adani was recently lauded by NCP (SP) chief Sharad Pawar as an inspirational figure for young dreamers during the opening of the Sharadchandra Pawar Centre of Excellence in Artificial Intelligence in Baramati.
(2025-12-28). Dylan Riley & Robert Brenner: The Long Downturn and Its Political Results. newleftreview.org Responding to the wide-ranging debate sparked by their 'Seven Theses on American Politics' (NLR 138), Riley and Brenner expand the temporal frame of their analysis of capitalist stagnation as an endogenous feature, incurable by bubbles and bailouts—and rethink the nature of the 'political capitalism' that results.
(2025-12-28). Over 25L registered for (CBSE) CTET 2026. ummid.com Over 25 lakh candidates from across India have registered for the Central Teaching Eligibility Test 2026 (CTET 2026), the CBSE said.
(2025-12-28). AMU in shock after ABK School Teacher's brutal murder. ummid.com The Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) is in shock after the brutal murder of ABK Union School teacher Rao Danish Ali Wednesday December 24, 2025.
(2025-12-28). "Who Am I" , a Documentary Film. globalresearch.ca First published on November 7, 2024 | "Who Am I" is part of a long-term series on self-empowerment by Dr. Gary Null. | In this episode, we have to look back, and we can look back to the greatest generations who suffered …
(2025-12-28). Martín Mosquera: The Meaning of Milei. newleftreview.org With Latin America in Trump's cross-hairs, a report from Buenos Aires on the social stalemate that allowed far-right firebrand Javier Milei to impose the harshest shock therapy in Argentina's history. Mosquera mobilizes the conceptual legacies of Gramsci, Trotsky, Otto Bauer and Angelo Tasca to identify the function of the region's highly successful new rights.
(2025-12-28). Cross-border funds program expands. ecns.cn China has expanded its pilot program for multinational companies to operate integrated domestic and foreign currency capital pools into a nationwide policy, marking a significant stride in financial opening-up. The move aims to facilitate foreign business expansion in China and bolster Chinese companies' global operations.
(2025-12-28). Gabriele Pedullà : Timpanaro's Materials. newleftreview.org Gabriele Pedullà on Tom Geue, Major Corrections. Intellectual biography of Sebastiano Timpanaro, who brought the tools of philology to bear in a keen-sighted historical materialism.
(2025-12-28). NEET UG 2026 [Updated] Syllabus Released. ummid.com The National Medical Commission (NMC) has released on its official website the updated syllabus of NEET UG 2026 which is conducted for admission in MBBS, BDS, BUMS and other Undergraduate (UG) Medical and Paramedical courses.
(2025-12-28). Over 140 earthquakes hit Iran in a week. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — A total of 141 earthquakes were recorded across the country in a week from December 20 to 26, according to the seismological networks of the Institute of Geophysics of the University of Tehran.
(2025-12-28). Folios of Amol's history examined by cultural heritage experts. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — The Research Institute of the Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts has recently reviewed a number of historical documents and narratives related to the ancient city of Amol, located in Iran's northern Mazandaran province, which was historically known as Tabarestan.
(2025-12-28). Loading, unloading of basic goods increase at ports. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Handling of basic commodities at Iran's ports rose 12.4 percent year on year in the eighth Iranian calendar month of Aban (late October-late November), according to data released by the Ports and Maritime Organization.
(2025-12-28). Bilawal proposes Zardari to lead political healing. tribune.com.pk 
PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has offered the services of his father, President Asif Ali Zardari, to spearhead the process of political reconciliation in the country, tacitly extending an olive branch to Imran Khan's beleaguered PTI. | "The political forces will have to find a political path," Bilawal said while addressing thousands of people at his party's public meeting held to commemorate the 18th death anniversary of his mother, former prime minister and PPP chairperson Benazir Bhutto. | "The opposition parties will have to practice responsible politics, and those in power will have to keep the count…
(2025-12-28). Zelensky looks to secure Ukraine peace deal at Trump meet as Russian offensive mounts. scmp.com Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky will sit down on Sunday with Donald Trump and seek to secure the US president's stamp of approval for a new proposal to end the nearly four-year conflict with Russia. | The 20-point plan, which emerged from weeks of intense US-Ukraine negotiations, lacks Moscow's approval, and the face-to-face in Florida comes in the wake of a massive Russian missile and drone attack on Kyiv.
(2025-12-28). When negotiation is unavoidable: Strategies of engagement and resistance. tehrantimes.com LONDON – Lebanon's government is under severe pressure. It is in a phase of accommodating imposed American demands, within the limits of what it is capable of achieving. Accommodating the American demands is one of the rare skills that Lebanon happens to master. The Lebanese state does not aim to benefit from the latent capabilities the resistance presents.
(2025-12-28). Meet Aditya Menon: The Quint Journo who declared he is a Muslim. ummid.com Aditya Menon, The Quint Journalist, recently sparked a storm by declaring that he had converted to Islam when he was still a teenager, and is a practicing Muslim since the age of 20.
(2025-12-28). Why Maha schools with 'CBSE', 'Global' names are under scrutiny. ummid.com The schools and educational institutions in Maharashtra using 'CBSE', 'Global' and 'International' in their names have come under scrutiny following the release of a notification.
(2025-12-28). Major hack exposes Netanyahu's chief aide in corruption scandal. tehrantimes.com THERAN — The illusion of impenetrable security surrounding Benjamin Netanyahu's administration has been shattered once again, revealing what cyber resistance group Handala called the "rotten core of power" festering within Israel in a statement on its website on Sunday.
(2025-12-28). CTET 2026 Registration Date Extended Till Dec 30. ummid.com The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has extended the last date of registration and candidate application for the Central Teaching Eligibility Test 2026 (CTET 2026) till December 30, 2025.
(2025-12-28). Three more sites added to national protected areas. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — The Department of Environment (DOE) has added three new sites in Fars, Alborz, and Golestan provinces to the national protected areas across the country.
(2025-12-28). What the Transatlantic Intelligence Consortium Report Reveals. moderndiplomacy.eu The latest report by the Transatlantic Intelligence Consortium has given a new life to such an issue, which the international community has failed to tackle with coherence and clearly find a solution for: the fact that in Afghanistan there is no regulation of unchecked terrorism. Although the Consortium is not a national governmental institution, as …
(2025-12-28). UGC NET December 2025 Admit Card: Link, Steps to Download. ummid.com The National Testing Agency (NTA) is releasing on its official website 'ugcnet.nta.nic.in' the Admit Card and Hall Tickets of the candidates who have registered for the UGC NET December 2025.
(2025-12-28). Front pages of Iran's English dailies on December 28. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 28 (MNA) — Here are the front pages of Iran's English language dailies on Sunday, December 28.
(2025-12-28). How Washington is setting the stage for global shipping chaos. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 28 (MNA) — Contrary to claims made in American analyses, the main threat to global energy security and international trade is the aggressive and unilateral foreign policy of the United States.
(2025-12-28). TOP STORY 2025: Skilled visas expose cracks in Government immigration policy. independentaustralia.net 
(2025-12-28). Ceasefire Enables Power Line Repairs at Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Plant. devdiscourse.com Power line repairs started near Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant after the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) facilitated a local ceasefire, the agency announced on Sunday.
(2025-12-28). Explained: Apple's New MIE Security Feature. ummid.com While MTE is a hardware feature that is exclusive to the iPhone 17 series, some of the other improvements that Apple includes in MIE are implemented in iOS 26, and they will be accessible to older devices.
(2025-12-28). Hezbollah leader rejects foreign-backed disarmament drive as tool for Israeli annexation. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — In an address marking the memorial of founding leader Haj Mohammad "Abu Salim" Yaghi, Hezbollah Secretary-General Sheikh Naim Qassem declared that the foreign-backed push to disarm the Resistance is a "Zionist-American project" intended to annex parts of Lebanon and reduce the remainder to a tool of Western hegemony.
(2025-12-28). An Arctic Intifada: Is Greenland The New Kashmir? ummid.com If we allow Greenland to be treated as a 'security necessity,' we validate the same logic that has kept Kashmir and Palestine in a state of suspended animation for decades.
(2025-12-28). Iraq says it is preparing to host Iran-US Talks in Baghdad. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 28 (MNA) — Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia' al-Sudani reportedly said his country is making efforts to arrange a bilateral meeting between Iran and the United States in Baghdad to resume dialogue.
(2025-12-28). Distinguishing Chinese Countermeasures from US Sanctions. dissidentvoice.org 
On 26 December, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China (PRC) announced countermeasures against US military-related companies and senior executives. Most western mass media has been referring to China as imposing sanctions rather than countermeasures, but the distinction is important. The US uses sanctions offensively, as a punitive measure to achieve …
(2025-12-28). Italy arrests nine over alleged Hamas funding through charities. newarab.com 
Italian prosecutors said on Saturday they had arrested nine people on suspicion of The suspects are accused of "belonging to and having financed" the Palestinian group, which the European Union designates as a terrorist organisation, prosecutors in the northern Italian city of Genoa said in a statement. | Those arrested allegedly diverted to Hamas-linked entities around 7 million euros ($8.24 million) raised…
(2025-12-28). Inside The Prophet's Mosque Library. ummid.com The Prophet's Mosque Library stands as one of Saudi Arabia's most prestigious scholarly monuments, reflecting centuries of Islamic and Arabic linguistic history.
(2025-12-28). Inoue beats Picasso by unanimous decision. tribune.com.pk 
Japan's unbeaten Naoya Inoue said he was exhausted after defeating Mexico's Alan Picasso by unanimous decision in Riyadh on Saturday for his fourth win of 2025. | The fighter nicknamed "Monster" successfully defended his undisputed world super-bantamweight titles for the sixth time in his first fight in Saudi Arabia. | But it was not enough to knock out the gritty Picasso, as Inoue settled for a unanimous decision win for the second fight in a row. | The 32-year-old has had a jam-packed schedule this year and he blamed fatigue for a performance that he described as "not good". | "To be honest, I'm tired," he s…
(2025-12-28). Maulana Fazlur Rehman: An Indian Supporter In Pakistan. ummid.com Pakistani opposition leader and Chief of the Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (JUI-F), Maulana Fazlur Rehman delivered a pointed critique of Pakistan's military leadership, specifically targeting Army chief Asim Munir and the country's policy toward Afghanistan.
(2025-12-28). Nan Z. Da: Literary Criticism in the Age of AI. newleftreview.org Critical analyses of AI usually adopt a stance of defensive humanism. Instead, Nan Da interrogates its mode of reasoning. How do LLMs make the step from data to inference—and what does it mean when they can no longer differentiate the two? Lessons from Emily Dickinson on linguistic interpretation's necessary freedoms—and responsibilities.
(2025-12-28). China adopts revised Civil Aviation Law to update regulations for the sector. ecns.cn China has adopted a revised Civil Aviation Law aimed at updating the country's legal framework for a rapidly evolving aviation sector, including the growing use of unmanned aircraft, and the new draft will come into force on July 1, according to the National People's Congress, China's top legislative body, on Saturday.
(2025-12-28). Somalia demands Israel withdraw Somaliland recognition. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 28 (MNA) — Somalia has demanded Israel reverse its recognition of the breakaway region of Somaliland, condemning the move as an act of "aggression that will never be tolerated".
(2025-12-28). Language, Bias, and Violence: Why We Must Name Terrorism Fairly. ummid.com Defending Islam requires more than citing scripture. It demands consistent, visible rejection of violence from within Muslim communities, while the global community must judge acts of terror by what they are—not by who commits them.
(2025-12-28). Tehran to host Nowruz summit with ministers, ambassadors from 18 countries. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Iran is set to host an international Nowruz summit with ministers from 18 countries in Tehran from March 27 to 29, 2026, a senior official from the Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts said on Sunday.
(2025-12-28). Parl. holds open session as president defends budget bill. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 28 (MNA) — Iran's parliament held an open session on Sunday under the chairmanship of Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, with President Masoud Pezeshkian in attendance.
(2025-12-28). Support CN at 30: The Meaning of Independent Media. consortiumnews.com During Consortium News' 30th Anniversary, Editor-in-Chief Joe Lauria explains what independent media and ethics mean to CN. CN Editor Joe Lauria made the following brief remarks at the Mut Zum Ethiks conference in Switzerland in August. The min. audio recording…
(2025-12-28). Martín Mosquera: The Meaning of Milei. newleftreview.org With Latin America in Trump's cross-hairs, a report from Buenos Aires on the social stalemate that allowed far-right firebrand Javier Milei to impose the harshest shock therapy in Argentina's history. Mosquera mobilizes the conceptual legacies of Gramsci, Trotsky, Otto Bauer and Angelo Tasca to identify the function of the region's highly successful new rights.
(2025-12-28). Resilient Indian Exports Navigate Global Challenges Amid US Tariffs. devdiscourse.com Despite the imposition of a steep 50 per cent tariff by the US on Indian exports in 2025, India's export sector has shown remarkable adaptability, thanks to strategic market diversification. This resilience is expected to carry forward into 2026, underpinned by new trade agreements with the UK, Oman, and New Zealand.
(2025-12-28). Jamiat hails passing of Karnataka Hate Speech Bill. ummid.com Jamiat Ulema i Hind, one of the largest representative bodies of Indian Muslims, has hailed the passing of Karnataka Hate Speech Bill.
(2025-12-28). China Changes Everything: A Book Review. dissidentvoice.org 
A new book edited by Kyle Ferrana, China Changes Everything, bills itself as an anthology by "social justice activists, journalists, and commentators" and brings together chapters about the People's Republic of China written by prominent left-wing analysts, including Arnold August, Roger Harris, Radhika Desai, Carlos Martinez, Gerald Horne, Lee Siu Hin, Margaret Kimberley, Danny Haiphong, …
(2025-12-28). China launches satellite to aid in early extreme weather detection. ecns.cn China launched a new geostationary meteorological satellite on Saturday, aiming to boost the country's ability to monitor extreme weather events and high-impact climate systems with greater precision, according to China Meteorological Administration.
(2025-12-28). How Extreme Weather Cost the World $122 Billion — And Countless Lives. thinktank.pk In a year marked by unrelenting environmental fury, 2025 has etched itself into history as one of the most financially crippling periods for climate-related disasters. According to a groundbreaking report by Christian Aid, titled Counting the Cost 2025: A Year of Climate Breakdown, the world's top 10 most expensive extreme weather events racked up over …
(2025-12-28). 5 things to know about Daphne Oram, the visionary pioneer in electronic music. |
(2025-12-28). Jordanian journalist arrested on arrival, denied lawyer and family visits. CPJ Staff
(2025-12-28). Cookbook authors, 'dukes' and card game gatecrashers: Australia's quirkiest politicians. |
(2025-12-28). How poetry can sustain us through illness, bereavement and change. |
(2025-12-28). Europe's forgotten Christians: Why the Greek Orthodox of the Near East must be defended. strategic-culture.su
(2025-12-28). 2 Peruvian journalists targeted by gunfire within a week. CPJ Staff
(2025-12-28). CPJ, partners call for probe into attacks on Bangladesh news outlets. CPJ Staff
(2025-12-28). What's the difference between Christmas cake and Christmas pudding? One has more sugar and fat. |
(2025-12-28). Who thinks Republicans will suffer in the 2026 midterms? Republican members of Congress. |
(2025-12-28). Too sick to attend, too bad: why the live music ticketing market is broken. |
(2025-12-28). How displacement reshapes refugees' gut health. |
(2025-12-28). Orthodoxy causing anxiety in America. strategic-culture.su
(2025-12-28). New materials, old physics — the science behind how your winter jacket keeps you warm. |
(2025-12-28). How Hannah Arendt can help us understand this new age of far-right populism. |
(2025-12-28). How young adult literature and philosophy can help provide better role models for masculinity. |
(2025-12-28). Journalist John Kabamba missing after interviewing rebel in eastern DRC. instagram.com
(2025-12-28). 10 big things about China you should not miss (Dec. 21- Dec.27). ecns.cn
(2025-12-28). What was the 'Christmas Star'? Astronomy might hold the answer. |
(2025-12-28). Apongo was a rebel leader in Jamaica — a diary entry sheds light on his west African origins. |
(2025-12-28). Netanyahu Is Visiting Trump For The FIFTH Time This Year, And Other Notes. caitlinjohnstone.com.au
(2025-12-28). It's hard to describe what it feels like to become a mum, but it has a name: matrescence. |
(2025-12-28). The Alliance of Sahel States launches unified military force and strengthens regional security. wibailoutpeople.org
(2025-12-28). Can you 'live long and prosper' by learning economics from Star Trek? Or is that 'highly illogical'? |
(2025-12-28). How can I get water out of my ear after swimming? |
(2025-12-28). How do I make clear ice at home? A food scientist shares easy tips. |
(2025-12-28). Why do cricket balls have to be so hard? |
(2025-12-28). Looted African belongings must be returned: is it repatriation or restitution? The words we use matter. |
(2025-12-28). Can you return gifts without a receipt or packaging? A legal expert explains. |
(2025-12-28). Resolve to network at your employer's next 'offsite' — research shows these retreats actually help forge new connections. |
(2025-12-28). Midlife weight gain can start long before menopause — but you can take steps early on to help your body weather the hormonal shift. |
(2025-12-28). Florida authorities drop charges against photojournalist following joint statement by CPJ, partners. CPJ Staff
(2025-12-28). Brigitte Bardot defined the modern woman and defied social norms. |
(2025-12-28). Deepfakes leveled up in 2025 — here's what's coming next. |
(2025-12-28). Guatemalan journalist found dead after family reported death threats. CPJ Staff
(2025-12-28). CPJ calls on FCC commission to recommit to independence. CPJ Staff
(2025-12-28). What's on your summer reading list? We asked 6 dedicated readers. |
(2025-12-28). Why do we blush? Turning red may have surprising social benefits. |
(2025-12-28). Industriales enfrentará a Mayabeque en cuartos de final. cubadebate.cu Industriales dividió honores este sábado con los Vegueros de Pinar del Río en el estadio Capitán San Luis y aseguró la quinta plaza en la fase regular de la 64 Serie Nacional de Béisbol. Los Leones se ubicaron a medio juego por detras de los Huracanes de Mayabeque, equipo que enfrentará en cuartos de final con independencia de lo que suceda en su último partido pendiente.
(2025-12-28). Excelentes vínculos bilaterales entre Cuba y Rusia. cubadebate.cu Desde que el experimentado diplomático asumió el alto cargo en Cuba, en febrero de 2023, las relaciones entre ambos países han continuado fortaleciéndose. Para conocer sus criterios sobre éste y otros aspectos, Cubaenresumen conversó con Víktor Koronelli quien anteriormente representó a su país en Argentina y de México.
(2025-12-28). Excelentes vínculos bilaterales entre Cuba y Rusia. cubadebate.cu Desde que el experimentado diplomático asumió el alto cargo en Cuba, en febrero de 2023, las relaciones entre ambos países han continuado fortaleciéndose. Para conocer sus criterios sobre éste y otros aspectos, Cubaenresumen conversó con Víktor Koronelli quien anteriormente representó a su país en Argentina y de México.
(2025-12-28). Industriales enfrentará a Mayabeque en cuartos de final. cubadebate.cu Industriales dividió honores este sábado con los Vegueros de Pinar del Río en el estadio Capitán San Luis y aseguró la quinta plaza en la fase regular de la 64 Serie Nacional de Béisbol. Los Leones se ubicaron a medio juego por detras de los Huracanes de Mayabeque, equipo que enfrentará en cuartos de final con independencia de lo que suceda en su último partido pendiente.
(2025-12-28). Arriba ferry "Perseverancia" a la Isla de la Juventud. cubadebate.cu El Grupo Empresarial de Transporte Marítimo Portuario (GEMAR) y la empresa armadora Prácticos de Cuba informan que la reparación planificada del ferry "Perseverancia", calificada como intermedia por la sociedad clasificadora, concluyó el pasado 24 de diciembre, luego de que la embarcación cumpliera con éxito las pruebas de muelle y mar.
(2025-12-28). San Petersburgo enviará tres ambulancias y un Lada Iskra a Cuba. cubadebate.cu El Gobernador de San Petersburgo, Aleksandr Beglov, inspeccionó tres ambulancias y un Lada Iskra que se destinarán al sistema de salud cubano. Durante su visita a Cuba en noviembre de este año, el Gobernador de San Petersburgo entregó los certificados para los vehículos a los Gobernadores de las provincias de La Habana, Matanzas y Santiago de Cuba.
(2025-12-28). Tormentas invernales provocan la cancelación de miles de vuelos en Estados Unidos. cubadebate.cu La red de transporte aéreo de los Estados Unidos enfrenta una de sus jornadas más críticas de este año debido a un sistema frontal que ha paralizado operaciones en aeropuertos estratégicos.
(2025-12-28). Destaca Primer Ministro desempeño de la agricultura urbana durante más de tres décadas. cubadebate.cu El primer ministro cubano, Manuel Marrero Cruz, reconoció el desempeño de la agricultura urbana en el fomento de una cultura alimentaria y nutricional de la población.
(2025-12-28). Destaca Primer Ministro desempeño de la agricultura urbana durante más de tres décadas. cubadebate.cu El primer ministro cubano, Manuel Marrero Cruz, reconoció el desempeño de la agricultura urbana en el fomento de una cultura alimentaria y nutricional de la población.
(2025-12-28). OTAN declarada "nà£o eterna" — Uma leitura crítica sobre a nova Estratégia de Seguranàßa Nacional dos EUA. strategic-culture.su A classe dominante europeia encontra-se agora isolada, amplamente impopular e desamparada. | Junte-se a nós no e . | Escreva para nós: | U…
(2025-12-28). OTAN declarada "nà£o eterna" — Uma leitura crítica sobre a nova Estratégia de Seguranàßa Nacional dos EUA. strategic-culture.su A classe dominante europeia encontra-se agora isolada, amplamente impopular e desamparada. | Junte-se a nós no e . | Escreva para nós: | U…
(2025-12-28). Periodista de Al Mayadeen, Mohammad Faraj, fue detenido y desaparecido en Jordania. cubadebate.cu La Red de Intelectuales, Artistas y Movimientos Sociales en Defensa de la Humanidad levantó la voz ante la grave situación del periodista Mohammad Faraj, de Al Mayadeen, quien fue arbitrariamente detenido y permanece desaparecido en Jordania. Este hecho, que transcurrió en el Aeropuerto Internacional Reina Alia, es una alarma sobre el retroceso en los derechos humanos y la libertad de prensa en la región.
(2025-12-28). Somaliland: How The World Reacted To Israeli Recognition. popularresistance.org Israel's decision to become the first country to recognise the breakaway region of Somaliland has been condemned by a string of countries, while the US president said he was not ready to immediately follow in Israel's footsteps. | Benjamin Netanyahu, Israel's prime minister, announced on Friday that he had signed a mutual declaration to recognise Somaliland as an independent and sovereign state. | Somaliland has been part of the unified Somali Republic since 1960, but declared its independence in 1991 and established a de facto state.
(2025-12-28). Tormentas invernales provocan la cancelación de miles de vuelos en Estados Unidos. cubadebate.cu La red de transporte aéreo de los Estados Unidos enfrenta una de sus jornadas más críticas de este año debido a un sistema frontal que ha paralizado operaciones en aeropuertos estratégicos.
(2025-12-28). San Petersburgo enviará tres ambulancias y un Lada Iskra a Cuba. cubadebate.cu El Gobernador de San Petersburgo, Aleksandr Beglov, inspeccionó tres ambulancias y un Lada Iskra que se destinarán al sistema de salud cubano. Durante su visita a Cuba en noviembre de este año, el Gobernador de San Petersburgo entregó los certificados para los vehículos a los Gobernadores de las provincias de La Habana, Matanzas y Santiago de Cuba.
(2025-12-28). EU urges respect for Somalia sovereignty after Israel Somaliland recognition. newarab.com 
The European Union on Saturday insisted Somalia's sovereignty should be respected after Israel said on Friday it was EU foreign affairs spokesman Anouar El Anouni said the bloc "reaffirms the im…
(2025-12-28). Zelensky visits Canada en route to US amid Russia attacks. tribune.com.pk 
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky arrived in Canada Saturday for talks on his way to a meeting with US President Donald Trump, hours after Russia pummelled Kyiv with drones and missiles in its latest attack on the capital. | Later Saturday, Russia also claimed fresh gains on the ground with the capture of two towns at different spots along the frontlines. | Zelensky said the Russian onslaught showed Moscow had no intention of ending the invasion it launched in February 2022 and which has killed tens of thousands of people. | Before scheduled talks with Trump in Florida on Sunday, Zelensky met in Halifax w…
(2025-12-28). Zelensky talks with allies en route to US as Russia pummels Ukraine. newarab.com 
(2025-12-28). Oriente Medio hegemonía y temor a los Estados Unidos. strategic-culture.su
(2025-12-28). Oriente Medio hegemonía y temor a los Estados Unidos. strategic-culture.su
(2025-12-27). The Epstein Incompetence, Trump Bombs Nigeria The Gaza Genocide Continues. thelastamericanvagabond.com Welcome to The Daily Wrap Up, an in-depth investigatory show dedicated to bringing you the most relevant independent news, as we see it, from the last 24 hours (12/27/25). As always, take the information discussed in the video below and research it for yourself, and come to your own conclusions. Anyone telling you what the
(2025-12-27). Israeli Christmas leaflets threaten Palestinians with 'terrorism charges'. thecanary.co 
As the Western world celebrates Christmas, Israel is intensifying its campaign of mass bombings over civilian areas in Gaza and Lebanon. On Christmas Day, the residents of Tubas in occupied West Bank woke up to leaflets dispensed by the Israeli military — dubbed the sickest of 'Christmas cards'. Israel is watching The document issues a […] | By
(2025-12-27). Gaza in 2025 — living through a televised genocide. thecanary.co The people of Gaza entered 2025 facing unprecedented pressures: a tightening siege, severe shortages, creeping starvation, and widespread displacement. Two years of brutal Israeli military violence have already blurred the line between life and death, with the suffering of Gaza impossible to ignore through a live-streamed genocide. First stage: urban ruination The year began with […] | By
(2025-12-27). B'Tselem and Amnesty warn Gaza genocide is not over. thecanary.co 
Israeli human rights organisation, B'Tselem, issued a statement affirming that Israeli violence in Gaza has continued, despite claims of a ceasefire. As coverage from Skwawkbox and the Canary has underlined, the sham ceasefire, brokered by the US, has been repeatedly been called into question, with reports of continued military attacks on civilians in the Gaza […] | By
(2025-12-27). Hamas rejects Gaza displacement as Israel recognises Somaliland. newarab.com 
Hamas on Saturday stressed its categorical rejection of Israeli plans to forcefully displace Palestinians from Israel said on Friday it was officially recognising Somaliland, a first for the self-proclaimed republic that in 1991 declared it had unilaterally seceded from Somalia. |
(2025-12-27). Does Israel Katz Speak for Israel? Will Trump Diplomacy Accept 'Greater Israel'? richardfalk.org [Prefatory Note: The short assessment of Israel's strategic objectives that are not addressed in the Trump Twenty-Point Plan was initially written in response to a question put to by a Brazilian journalist with a special interest in the Middle East.] Reading Israel Katz's comments on Annexation of WB, permanent presence in Gaza, and Policies of …
(2025-12-27). Elon Musk may be at fault for Trump's Epstein coverup catastrophe. thecanary.co 
On 19 December, the Trump administration released a tranche of heavily redacted files relating to the dead paedophile Jeffrey Epstein. As we reported, the level of redactions was almost certainly at odds with the law (specifically the Epstein Files Transparency Act). This suspicion was seemingly confirmed when it was revealed that it was possible to […] | By
(2025-12-27). Video: Elections in Venezuela: An Original Observation. globalresearch.ca Renowned Canadian Author Arnold August documents his experience observing Venezuela's parliamentary and gubernatorial elections in May 2025. | Produced by Micaela Ovelar and Arnold August for Kawsachun News. | . | . | . | * | Click the share button below to email/forward this article. …
(2025-12-27). Venezuela's oil and the crisis of US imperialism. wsws.org Behind the US regime change operation aginst Venezuela is the unique, strategic role, Venezuela plays in the global economy — the largest holder of so-called "proven" oil reserve in the world.
(2025-12-27). Venezuela: UN Report Demonstrates Illegality of US Blockade. orinocotribune.com The Venezuelan government stated that the recent report by the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) constitutes a resounding legal and political condemnation of the armed blockade imposed by the United States. The report demonstrates that this policy gravely violates international law and the Charter of the United Nations. | On Wednesday, December 24, Venezuelan Foreign Minister Yván Gil highlighted that the statement by independent UN experts confirms what Venezuela has been stating for years: that Washington is carrying out a colonial-style strategy of threats, force, and plun…
(2025-12-27). Labor organizations oppose U.S. war against Venezuela. workers.org 
Below are three statements that take a position calling for an end to U.S. military aggression against Venezuela. The first, issued Dec. 18, 2025, is from the United Electrical Workers union (UE). The second, issued Dec. 8, 2025, is from the San Francisco Labor Council (SFLC). The third, issued Dec. . . . |
(2025-12-27). US continues pursuit and seizure of Venezuelan oil tankers amid condemnation at UN Security Council. peoplesdispatch.org Tensions continue to rise in the Caribbean. The United States continues to confiscate and pursue Venezuelan oil tankers, while Caracas denounces what it considers an "act of international piracy" at the UN.
(2025-12-27). Trump Unleashes the CIA on Venezuela. globalresearch.ca First published on October 27, 2025 | It is particularly difficult to pick out the most idiotic comments made by President Donald Trump over the past week as there is so much to choose from. | There were the memorable doodle-headed speeches …
(2025-12-27). Stop Trump from waging war on Venezuela! iacenter.org By John Catalinotto December 23, 2025 Since the U.S. escalated its piracy in the Caribbean threatening Venezuela's people, many in the anti-imperialist movement anticipated that President Donald Trump's Dec. 18 prime-time speech to the U.S. public would be a declaration of war. Organizations that had been working together to stop that war called an action in New York's Times Square for Dec. 19. Trump's 18-minute address made no mention of the imminent war. It was instead a rant against his presumed enemies and against most of the U.S. working class. Times Square, New York City, Dec. 19, 2025. (Photo: John Catalin…
(2025-12-27). TOP STORY OF 2025: Why six Australian Jews accused leading local Zionist of antisemitism. independentaustralia.net 
(2025-12-27). Belarus President's Team draw with Brest Oblast Team in RHL match. eng.belta.by The Belarus President's Team drew with Brest Oblast Team, 5-5 (2-1, 1-2, 2-2), in the Republican Hockey League (RHL) second match at the Olympic Arena in Minsk on 27 December.
(2025-12-27). At least 15 dead, 19 injured in Guatemala bus accident. tribune.com.pk 
At least 15 people were killed and 19 injured after a passenger bus plunged into a ravine on the Inter-American Highway in western Guatemala, authorities said on Saturday. | "Fifteen people have died in this traffic accident — 11 men, three women and a minor," Leandro Amado, a spokesperson for local firefighters, told reporters, adding that around 19 injured people were taken to hospitals near the scene. | The crash occurred in the Solola Department between kilometres 172 and 174, an area known for dense fog that reduces visibility for drivers. | Images shared by the fire department on social media early…
(2025-12-27). Trump's ICE Christmas is Nobody's Dream, Everybody's Nightmare: Christmas Snatches in NJ, Delaney Vigil and Fightback. Dec 27, N. 4. fightbackbetter.com 
Links to media reports of ICE ops during the day / related news. (Unfortunately some links could be paywalled. If…
(2025-12-27). Amid Intense Clashes, Thailand and Cambodia Agree to Second Ceasefire. moderndiplomacy.eu Thailand and Cambodia reached a second ceasefire on Saturday, ending weeks of severe border fighting, which resulted in over 101 deaths and displaced more than half a million people. The ceasefire took effect at noon (0500 GMT) and was confirmed by a Thai Defence Ministry spokesperson, who reported no gunfire since its start. Prior to …
(2025-12-27). VIDEO: Iranian satellites move towards launch pad in Russia. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 27 (MNA) — Thw three Iranian satellites, Tolu-3, Zafar-2, and Kosar-1.5, have been integrated with Russia's Soyuz-2.1b launch vehicle at the Vostochny Spaceport.
(2025-12-27). Imperial lapdog Farage supports Israel's Somaliland recognition. thecanary.co 
On 26 December, Benjamin Netanyahu announced that Israel has officially recognised Somaliland as a sovereign state. As many noted, Israel are almost certainly doing this for cynical reasons, having previously discussed the prospect of ethnically cleansing Palestinians to the region. Now, the imperial lapdog Nigel Farage has come forwards to offer his support: Somaliland deserves […] | By
(2025-12-27). LUMHS denies medicines shortage. tribune.com.pk 
The administration of Liaquat University Hospital (LUMHS), Hyderabad and Jamshoro has strongly refuted misleading claims about the alleged shortage of medicines and medical facilities at the Civil Hospital, assuring the public that all essential treatments are available. | In an official statement, the administration described the circulating propaganda as misleading and exaggerated, emphasising that there is no deficiency of medicines at the Civil Hospital and that comprehensive treatment facilities remain fully operational. While some diagnostic equipment is aging and replacement with modern machinery is bei…
(2025-12-27). Target faces activist investor pressure. tribune.com.pk 
Activist investor Toms Capital Investment Management (TCIM) has made a significant investment in Target, the Financial Times reported on Friday, intensifying pressure on the struggling retailer after years of lagging performance compared with its rivals. | The size of the stake was not disclosed, and the report did not specify what demands the New York-based firm may bring forward. | Target's shares rose 2.6% on the news. Its stock has lost more than 28% of its value this year after the Minneapolis-based chain posted three straight quarters of falling comparable sales. In August, the retailer appointed veteran…
(2025-12-27). Sugar recovery improves as temperatures fall. tribune.com.pk 
Punjab has recorded a noticeable improvement in sugar recovery as the ongoing crushing season gathers momentum, with falling temperatures helping enhance sucrose levels in sugarcane across major producing regions of the province. The improvement has provided relief to sugar mills and supported higher overall sugar output during the current season. | Sugar recovery in several areas has reached around 10 percent, reflecting better cane quality and improved processing outcomes. The decline in night-time temperatures has played a key role in strengthening sucrose accumulation in sugarcane, particularly in the sout…
(2025-12-27). Pezeshkian urges people-centered environmental management. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 27 (MNA) — President Masoud Pezeshkian has called for strengthening people-oriented management in environmental protection, saying communities act more responsibly when they are directly entrusted with safeguarding the environment.
(2025-12-27). Polêmica na Groenlândia revela à Europa a crua realidade do sistema internacional. strategic-culture.su Groelândia pode ser o fim do sonho liberal europeu. | Junte-se a nós no e . | Escreva para nós: | A recente polêmica envolvendo as declar…
(2025-12-27). US stocks register weekly gains. tribune.com.pk 
Wall Street ended a light-volume post-Christmas session nearly unchanged on Friday, with few catalysts to fuel much conviction one way or the other. All three major US stock indexes closed nominally lower, snapping a five-session rally, but logged weekly gains. | "We had a very strong five-day rally, so in a way we're just simply catching our breath today (Friday) after the holiday," said Ryan Detrick, chief market strategist at Carson Group in Omaha. "This is only day two of the official Santa Claus rally period, so we still have some time, and we think there's going to be a little more upward bias going forw…
(2025-12-27). Inside Belarus' only factory making sugared cranberries. eng.belta.by Since Soviet times, many remember the distinct small box with a healthy treat inside, containing an explosion of tangy berry flavor and the sweetness of powdered sugar.
(2025-12-27). Russia pummels Kyiv ahead of Zelensky's US visit for Trump talks. newarab.com 
Russia pummelled Ukraine's capital with Zelensky said the attack showed Russia did not want to end its invasion launched in February 2022 that has left tens of thousands dead. | Ahead of the Ukrainian president's talks in Florida with Trump on Sunday,…
(2025-12-27). Chinese Loyal Wingman Drone Designs Appear Set For Deck Trials. twz.com 
Mockups or not, several drones have appeared dockside at the yard that built China's super-sized Type 076 amphibious assault ship, which is in dry dock nearby.
(2025-12-27). Trump's Strike on Nigeria: Joint with Muslim President, Unconstitutional, Useless Posturing for Evangelicals. scheerpost.com By Juan Cole for Informed Comment The Trump administration's strike on Sokoto State in the far northwest of Nigeria had no legal basis in U.S. law. The United States is not at war with Nigeria, and Congress hasn't authorized any such actions, as is required by Article I, Section 8, Clause 11 of the US …
(2025-12-27). Military expert: Belarus will support any peace agreements made by Russia. eng.belta.by Speaking about the global situation and the armed conflict in Ukraine, Andrei Bogodel noted that leaders of many collective Western countries continue to convince their publics that Belarus sides with an aggressor interested in continuing the war in the neighboring country.
(2025-12-27). The Playbook of Every Successful Nonviolent Struggle. portside.org The Playbook of Every Successful Nonviolent Struggle |
(2025-12-27). As envoy changes, Iran and Georgia seek to strengthen ancient bonds. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Iranian Ambassador to Georgia Mahmoud Adib stated that Tehran's policy in the Caucasus aims to maintain peace and respect the territorial integrity of countries in the region. He made these comments during a meeting with Georgia's Parliament Speaker Shalva Papuashvili as his mission to Georgia concluded.
(2025-12-27). Bus crash kills 15 in Guatemala, government declares 3 days of national mourning. scmp.com An intermunicipal bus veered off a road in Guatemala and fell into a deep ravine, killing 15 passengers and injuring at least 15 others, authorities said on Saturday, declaring three days of national mourning. | The accident happened on Friday night outside the town of Totonicapan along a route known as the Inter-American Highway.
(2025-12-27). 8 Risks That Put Not-for-Profit Organizations at Financial Liability. moguldom.com When you run a not-for-profit organization, you overlook financial risks. Because you only care about programs, communities, donors, and outcomes. Many leaders ignore early protection steps like nfp charity insurance, assuming problems won't arise. But hidden risks don't announce themselves. They surface suddenly and strike when your organization is least prepared. If you want your …
(2025-12-27). China issues rules for human-like AI. tribune.com.pk 
China's cyber regulator on Saturday issued draft rules for public comment that would tighten oversight of artificial intelligence services designed to simulate human personalities and engage users in emotional interaction. | The move underscores Beijing's effort to shape the rapid rollout of consumer-facing AI by strengthening safety and ethical requirements. The proposed rules would apply to AI products and services offered to the public in China that present simulated human personality traits, thinking patterns and communication styles, and interact with users emotionally through text, images, audio, video o…
(2025-12-27). Hyd police report sharp decline in encounters, strengthen crime crackdown. tribune.com.pk 
Reflecting an overall improvement in the law and order situation, Hyderabad police reported a significant decline in police encounters during the outgoing year. A total of 16 suspects were killed and 40 injured in 49 encounters, compared to 28 killed and 150 injured in 2024. | Briefing the media on Friday, police spokesperson Inspector Shahid Usman said that 6,744 FIRs were registered during the year, leading to the arrest of 6,788 accused persons. | The district police also cracked down effectively on organised crime, busting 90 outlaw gangs and securing convictions in 197 criminal cases from various courts.
(2025-12-27). Thailand and Cambodia sign ceasefire deal, ending violent border clashes. tribune.com.pk 
Thailand and Cambodia agreed on Saturday to halt weeks of fierce border clashes, the worst fighting in years between the Southeast Asian countries that have included fighter jet sorties, exchange of rocket fire and artillery barrages. | "ÔªøÔªøÔªøBoth sides agree to maintain current troop deployments without further movement," their defence ministers said in a joint statement on the ceasefire, to take effect at noon (0500 GMT). | "Any reinforcement would heighten tensions and negatively affect long-term efforts to resolve the situation," according to the st…
(2025-12-27). China issues drafts rules to regulate AI with human-like interaction. tribune.com.pk 
China's cyber regulator on Saturday issued draft rules for public comment that would tighten oversight of artificial intelligence services designed to simulate human personalities and engage users in emotional interaction. | The move underscores Beijing's effort to shape the rapid rollout of consumer-facing AI by strengthening safety and ethical requirements. | The proposed rules would apply to AI products and services offered to the public in China that present simulated human personality traits, thinking patterns and communication styles, and interact with users emotionally through text, images, audio, video…
(2025-12-27). Sudan government 'ready' to engage with countries backing RSF. newarab.com 
(2025-12-27). PIA deal, rate cut push PSX to peak. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan's equity market closed the week ended on December 26, 2025 on a strong footing, as the benchmark KSE-100 index gained 0.58% on a week-on-week basis, extending its record-breaking run amid a convergence of positive macroeconomic and policy developments. | Investor sentiment was underpinned by the successful privatisation of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA), sold to a consortium led by AHCL for Rs135 billion, marking the country's first major divestment in nearly two decades and a key milestone under the IMF programme. | The market also drew support from the State Bank of Pakistan's decision to cut…
(2025-12-27). Israel's detention of Dr. Hussam Abu Safia enters second year. tehrantimes.com Dr. Hussam Abu Safia, 52, remains in an Israeli prison a year after Israel detained him without charges or trial.
(2025-12-27). Kyiv targeted before high-stakes Zelensky-Trump meeting. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – On Saturday, Russia unleashed missile and drone strikes across Kyiv and other regions of Ukraine, just hours before Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky was slated to meet with U.S. President Donald Trump for high-level discussions aimed at resolving the conflict. | Ukrainian air defenses sprang into action in the capital as explosions echoed and air raid sirens blared for several hours. The Ukrainian military confirmed that Russian drones were targeting Kyiv, as well as areas in the northeast and south of the country. | Authorities reported one fatality in the broader Kyiv region, and at least eleve…
(2025-12-27). The problem with Jewish advocacy for a 'one-state solution': Clarifying the role of Jewish anti-Zionists in dismantling Zionism. mondoweiss.net 
Jewish advocacy for a one-state solution represents a form of Zionism that centers Jews in Palestine's future. Instead, anti-Zionist Jews must aim to accelerate the dismantling of Zionism both in Palestine and worldwide.
(2025-12-27). Nurses At 12 New York City Hospitals Vote To Authorize A Strike. popularresistance.org The New York State Nurses Association (NYSNA)voted overwhelmingly on Monday to authorize a strike for 20,000 nurses in NYC — a move made just two weeks before their contract expires. | The nurses, all from private hospitals throughout the five boroughs, cited staffing issues, safety concerns, fair wages and other reasons for considering a strike. The union's vote on Dec. 22 now gives its bargaining committees the authority to call a strike if a contract that protects safe patient care is not settled by the end of the year.
(2025-12-27). Maryland man hospitalized in 9th shooting by immigration agents this year, as Trump prepares mass deportation camps. wsws.org ICE violence escalates as alleged US citizen Dulce Consuelo Diaz Morales remains imprisoned, and the Trump administration prepares mass warehouse detention camps.
(2025-12-27). 2025 Was a Year of Chaos for Reproductive Rights Under the Trump Administration. scheerpost.com By Lauren Rankin for Truthout With a decidedly anti-choice Trump administration taking office at its start, 2025 was poised to be yet another brutal year for abortion rights. Advocates feared the imminent resurgence of the Comstock Act, an 1873 law that made it a criminal offense to share contraceptives, abortifacients, and information about either across state lines or through …
(2025-12-27). Pennsylvania's Allegheny County implementing involuntary outpatient mental health care services. whyy.org Allegheny County will use a controversial legal tool for involuntary mental health care in the community starting Jan. 1, according to a letter county officials sent Tuesday to the state's Office of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services. Called assisted outpatient treatment (AOT), it's a law that no other Pennsylvania county has been able to successfully implement since state lawmakers voted for it in 2018. | The county developed its AOT plan based on research evidence, advice from local and national experts, and collaboration with partners across county government, wrote Erin Dalton, director of the county'
(2025-12-27). My Belarus exhibition: What's on show at Internal Affairs Ministry's display? eng.belta.by Internal Affairs Minister Ivan Kubrakov, along with leaders of internal affairs bodies and internal troops of the ministry, visited the Minsk International Exhibition Center BELEXPO.
(2025-12-27). India's Modi government intensifies war on the poor by gutting rural job guarantee programme. wsws.org The Modi government is gutting the rural job "guarantee," fulfilling a longstanding demand of the most rapacious sections of the ruling class who have long derided its cost and complained that it "boosts" rural wages.
(2025-12-27). Security meeting between Netanyahu and Sharaa 'imminent': report. newarab.com 
Talks between Israeli The talks suggest that a security agreement between the two countries could soon be signed, Israeli outlet i24News said, adding that a major breakthrough in negotiations has been made. | The report…
(2025-12-27). Hiroshima and Nagasaki: The Lessons We Haven't Learned. Dr. Helen Caldicott. globalresearch.ca [We repost this article by Dr. Helen Caldicott, first published on GR in August 2020, in commemoration of the 80th anniversary of the Hiroshima and Nagasaki bombings.] | My birthday is August 7, sandwiched between the anniversary dates for the bombings …
(2025-12-27). Expert: While neighbors rearm, Belarus pursues a peaceful policy. eng.belta.by According to the expert, Belarus is considered an aggressor in the so-called collective West, yet while its neighbors are rearming, the country is pursuing a peaceful policy.
(2025-12-27). Khuzestan mosques among Iran's nominees for UNESCO collective listing: provincial tourism chief. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Several historic mosques in Khuzestan province have been included among Iran's nominees for a collective UNESCO listing, said Mohammad Jourvand, head of the Khuzestan Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts Department.
(2025-12-27). Richard Linklater's Blue Moon: Rodgers and Hart, without much music. wsws.org In this depiction of the end of Lorenz Hart's career and his life, his legacy gets short-changed.
(2025-12-27). Expert predicts Europe's political and economic downfall. eng.belta.by Dmitry Kulikov noted that the world is facing a global crisis of Western civilization, which has been ongoing for "a considerable number of decades". However, in the publicist's opinion, this crisis has not yet reached its peak.
(2025-12-27). Social And Solidarity Economy: African Youth Prepare Initiatives On Continental Scale. popularresistance.org This initiative is part of the international project 'Regionalisation of the UN resolution on the promotion of the Social and Solidarity Economy', which aims to adapt and operationalise international commitments to the SSE in African contexts. In a continent where young people represent a major demographic force, but also a socio-economic challenge, the social and solidarity economy (SSE) appears to be a structuring response. Based on solidarity, democratic governance, territorial anchoring and inclusion, it is a recognised lever for decent job creation, social innovation and economic resilience.
(2025-12-27). Pezeshkian says Iran in 'full-scale war' with the West. newarab.com 
(2025-12-27). The Northern Hemisphere is experiencing a red Christmas. thecanary.co 
2025 is ending with more smashed climate records, as large parts of the Northern Hemisphere recorded their highest December temperatures on record: ABSOLUTE MADNESSNight Minimums up to 64F in IllinoisNIGHT TEMPERATURES TYPICAL OF JULY Hundreds oF records pulverized allover Central States with up to 8F marginsand the weekend will be hotter,in some areas much hotter. […] | By
(2025-12-27). An analysis of the escalating U.S. threats toward China. iacenter.org By Mick Kelly December 24, 2025 The following article originally appeared in the new book, "China Changes Everything," published by World View Forum. Go to IngramSpark to order the book(s) at a discount. The United States is on a collision course with socialist China. People's China is promoting and pursuing peace while Washington, D.C., is encouraging separatism in the province of Taiwan. The U.S. has embarked on an unprecedented arms buildup that the Pentagon says is aimed at Beijing, and measures to decouple or delink the two economies, accompanied by President Trump's inflationary tariffs on China, are anothe…
(2025-12-27). Russia likely moving nuclear hypersonic missiles that are hard to intercept to Belarus. scmp.com Moscow is likely stationing new nuclear-capable hypersonic ballistic missiles at a former airbase in eastern Belarus, a development that could bolster Russia's ability to deliver missiles across Europe, two US researchers have found by studying satellite imagery. | The researchers' assessment broadly aligns with US intelligence findings, said ‚Äåa person familiar with the matter who spoke on the condition of anonymity to share information not authorised for public release.
(2025-12-27). Belarusian MPs set for three-day working visit to their constituencies. eng.belta.by The MPs will join the events held as part of Our Children and From Heart to Heart charitable campaigns.
(2025-12-27). Ukraine's parliament rocked by new corruption talks as investigators are blocked. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Ukraine is reeling from a fresh corruption scandal, with the nation's anti-corruption agency announcing accusations against sitting members of parliament. The agency claims these lawmakers accepted bribes in return for their votes. | In a Telegram statement, the agency detailed its findings: an organized network of current MPs allegedly receiving illicit benefits on a systematic basis. Investigators tried to search offices associated with parliamentary committees in Kyiv, but security forces blocked their efforts. This prompted the agency to issue a warning, stating that such interference with investig…
(2025-12-27). Paris Metro stabbings suspect moved to psychiatric hospital, prosecutors say. scmp.com The suspect in the stabbing of three women in the Paris metro has been released from custody and moved to a psychiatric hospital, prosecutors said on Saturday. | The man was arrested suspected of stabbing three women in the Paris Metro on Friday as the capital's end-of-year festivities were in full swing. | The three victims were attacked at three different locations along the Line 3 metro track that runs across central Paris. They were injured but not critically.
(2025-12-27). Yemen: Saudi coalition warns of swift response to STC advances. newarab.com 
The In a statement carried by the Saudi Press Agency (SPA), coalition spokesman Brigadier General Turki Al-Maliki quoted PLC…
(2025-12-27). Bring in a new year of struggle / Support WW's fight for socialism! workers.org 
Workers World Party has been a revolutionary Marxist-Leninist party inside the belly of the imperialist beast for almost 67 years. We are a multinational, multigenerational and multigendered organization that not only aims to abolish capitalism but to build a socialist society, because it's the only way forward! Capitalism and imperialism . . . |
(2025-12-27). Somalia's Al-Shabaab vows to fight any Israeli use of Somaliland. newarab.com 
"We will not accept it, and we will fight against it," Al-Shabaab said in a statement. | Its spokesman Ali Dheere said in the statement that Israel's recognition of Somaliland as a sovereign state showed it "has decided to expand into pa…
(2025-12-27). Why Molecular Biology Labs Are Almost Always Stocked With Salmon Sperm DNA. wattsupwiththat.com fun fact — DNA was originally isolated from salmon sperm. Swiss physician and biologist Friedrich Miescher accomplished the feat in 1869, dubbing his discovery "nuclein." Salmon sperm was at the center of an historic scientific discovery more than 150 years ago, so it's fitting that it's still used to make novel discoveries today.
(2025-12-27). Belarus deploys new military system to guard airspace. eng.belta.by The adoption and deployment of the new radar station for combat duty is one of the stages in re-equipping the Air Force and Air Defense Force anti-aircraft missile units with S-400 anti-aircraft missile systems.
(2025-12-27). Alabama Lawmaker Proposes Banning Use of "West Bank" in Government Documents. truthout.org An Alabama lawmaker has pre-filed a bill that would prohibit the use of the term West Bank in all government documents when referring to the Palestinian territory on the Jordan River. HB 81, sponsored by Rep. Mark Gidley, R-Hokes Bluff, would require the area to be referenced by its "historically, biblically, and legally accurate" names of "Judea" and "Samaria." Gidley said in an interview… |
(2025-12-27). Morocco forced to wait for AFCON knockout place after Mali draw. newarab.com 
The match was a tale of two spot-kicks, with
(2025-12-27). Trump's Peace? More Like Bombs, Blockades, and Bullying. scheerpost.com By Joshua Scheer President Donald Trump's aggressive foreign policy has now extended to Nigeria, marking the ninth country he has bombed during his tenure. Once trying to portray himself as a peace president, Trump is proving to be just another in a long line of imperialist war criminals. A year ago he proudly called himself …
(2025-12-27). Sudan's RSF kill at least 200 people in latest string of attacks. newarab.com 
The According to the network, the RSF attacked civilians in various areas, including in Ambro, Sarba, and Abu Qumra. | In a press statement, the network cited "testimonies from survivors who arrived at displacement camps in the Tina region of Ch…
(2025-12-27). Seed law overhaul sets up new national regulator. tribune.com.pk 
The federal government has enacted the Seed (Amendment) Act, 2024, introducing wide-ranging changes to Pakistan's seed regulatory framework and establishing a new national authority to address long-standing structural weaknesses in the sector. | According to an official statement issued on Saturday, the legislation was introduced in response to fragmented seed policies, limited regulatory capacity, outdated certification systems, and restricted access to improved and climate-resilient seed varieties. The law created the National Seed Development and Regulatory Authority (NSDRA) as a specialised body responsibl…
(2025-12-27). Muraveiko: Oreshnik system deploys in minutes. eng.belta.by The deployment time for the Oreshnik missile system is a matter of minutes, Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces — First Deputy Defense Minister of Belarus Pavel Muraveiko told the ONT TV channel.
(2025-12-27). 'No witnesses, no narrative:' Syndicate says Israel deliberately targets Palestinian journalists. tehrantimes.com Israel's systematic campaign of violence against Palestinian journalists since October 2023 has peaked this year with the targeting of dozens of members of the press, Al Jazeera reported Saturday, citing the Palestinian Journalists Syndicate.
(2025-12-27). Climate Change Strikes Norway: Wildlife Freezes in Arctic Deep Freeze. thinktank.pk As global temperatures rise, paradoxical extreme cold events are becoming more frequent and severe in northern regions. In northern Norway, a recent record-breaking plunge to -52.6 ∞C has resulted in animals freezing to death in place, highlighting the disruptive impacts of climate change on Arctic ecosystems. Far from contradicting global warming, these brutal cold waves are …
(2025-12-27). Flour prices soar as Hyd millers reject govt wheat. tribune.com.pk 
Flour prices in Hyderabad have shown no sign of easing despite the Sindh government's new policy for the release of subsidised wheat, as flour mill owners have refused to lift government stocks over alleged bribery demands by Food Department officials. | According to flour mill owners, officials allegedly demanded bribes ranging from Rs1,000 to Rs1,200 per bag for the release of wheat from government warehouses. In protest, mill owners declined to accept government wheat and instead purchased supplies from the open market at higher prices, passing the burden on to consumers. | As a result, five-kilogram bags o…
(2025-12-27). A New Alliance in Luxury: OMEGA Names Park Bo-gum a Brand Ambassador. moderndiplomacy.eu Award-winning Korean actor Park Bo-gum is now an OMEGA Brand Ambassador, joining other famous actors like George Clooney and Nicole Kidman. OMEGA chooses ambassadors for their talent and unique presence, aligning with the brand's values. Raynald Aeschlimann, OMEGA's President and CEO, praised Park for his charm, acting skills, and passion for watches. Park expressed his …
(2025-12-27). Niger junta calls for 'general mobilisation' against jihadists. newarab.com 
Since toppling democratically elected president Mohamed Bazoum in The country's new rulers adopted th…
(2025-12-27). Democrats Lost Working-Class Voters' Trust. portside.org Democrats Lost Working-Class Voters' Trust |
(2025-12-27). Chilean firms partner to form giant company to exploit lithium. scmp.com Chile's state-owned Codelco, the world's leading copper producer, and private miner SQM, which features Chinese capital, announced on Saturday the creation of a giant company to exploit lithium, a lightweight metal used in batteries for electric vehicles. | The South American country is the world's second-largest producer of lithium, a key component of EVs (electric vehicles) and other clean technologies, and has about 40 per cent of the world's lithium reserves.
(2025-12-27). First North Korean Nuclear-powered Submarine: Strategic Deterrence? globalresearch.ca Introductory Note : | The following article by military analyst Drago Bosnic focusses on the DPRK's modern weapons arsenal. | In the words of Drago Bosnic: | "The mainstream propaganda machine regularly presents [the DPRK] as a supposedly "backward society", especially in terms of …
(2025-12-27). Remains of Libya army chief killed in crash to return home. newarab.com 
(2025-12-27). 2 dead as Storm Johannes batters Nordic nations, thousands left without power. scmp.com Two people died on Saturday in Sweden, authorities said, as a storm battered Norway, Sweden and Finland, leaving thousands without power. | The Swedish Meteorological and Hydrological Institute issued alerts for strong winds for large parts of the northern half of the country as Storm Johannes hit the country. | One fatality, a man in his 50s, was reported near the Kungsberget ski resort in central Sweden.
(2025-12-27). Over 200 killed in ethnic attacks by Sudan's RSF in Darfur, doctors group says. tribune.com.pk 
More than 200 people, including women and children, were killed in ethnically motivated attacks carried out by Sudan's paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in parts of Darfur, according to a statement released Saturday by the Sudan Doctors Network. | Citing testimonies from survivors who arrived at displacement camps in Tina, near the Sudan-Chad border, the network said civilians were targeted and killed on an ethnic basis in the areas of Ambro and Abu Qamra in North Darfur and Sirba in West Darfur after RSF forces attacked the locations. | "The victims included children, women and men who were deliberately…
(2025-12-27). Australia: Unanswered questions about the Bondi Beach shootings. wsws.org A cover-up is underway to shield the police and intelligence agencies. Any "deficiencies" exposed in official investigations will be used to justify a further major boost to the state security apparatus.
(2025-12-27). Workers Struggles: Asia, Australia and the Pacific. wsws.org Gig economy food delivery workers strike across India, Bangladeshi hospitality staff demand minimum wage and a strike by Australian rail maintenance workers enters its third week.
(2025-12-27). Fintech access outpaces usage. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan's fintech sector has made visible progress in expanding digital access over the past decade, but industry leaders and development partners increasingly warn that the country's real challenge lies not in onboarding users, but in converting access into everyday usage. An Asian Development Bank (ADB) assessment of the digital finance landscape notes that while millions now hold mobile wallets, cash continues to dominate daily transactions due to affordability concerns, trust deficits, uneven infrastructure and regulatory frictions. | "The real challenge for fintech in Pakistan is moving from access to ev…
(2025-12-27). Israel 'blatantly violating' Somalia's sovereignty and territorial integrity: Iran. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Esmaeil Baqaei, has condemned Israel's "blatant" violation of Somalia's sovereignty and territorial integrity, accusing the Israeli regime of seeking to advance a plan aimed at dividing the East African country.
(2025-12-27). Sudanese RSF offensive near Chad border leaves hundreds dead, villages in ashes. tehrantimes.com More than 200 people, including women and children, were killed in ethnically motivated RSF attacks in parts of Darfur, the Sudan Doctors Network said, citing survivor testimonies from displacement camps near the Sudan—Chad border.
(2025-12-27). Despite Trump's War on Workers, Labor Movement Notched Crucial Wins in 2025. truthout.org President Donald Trump launched a war against workers as soon as he reclaimed power in January 2025. Now, nearly a year into his second administration, it's possible to take stock of the year's notable victories and the challenges looming in 2026. Some of the administration's immediate moves included rescinding a Biden-era executive order that raised the minimum wage for federal workers… |
(2025-12-27). Arab League, GCC reject Israel's recognition of Somaliland. newarab.com 
The Arab League and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) on Friday rejected The two regional bodies slammed the move as a violation of international law and Somalia's sovereignty. | "Any attempt to impose unilateral recognitions constitutes an unacceptable interference in Somalia's internal affairs and sets a dangerous precedent that threatens regional and international security and stability," Arab League S…
(2025-12-27). Kyiv strike shows Russia does 'not want to end war', Zelensky warns ahead of US talks. scmp.com Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Saturday that a Russian drone and missile attack on Kyiv showed Moscow did "not want to end the war". | Zelensky made the comments ahead of his departure for talks in the United States with President Donald Trump on a plan to halt the Russian invasion. | The Russians "do not want to end the war and seek to use every opportunity to cause Ukraine even greater suffering and increase their pressure on others around the world", Zelensky said.
(2025-12-27). Thailand and Cambodia agree to 'immediate' ceasefire. newarab.com 
At least 47 people were killed and more than a million displaced in three weeks of fighting with artillery, tanks, drones and jets, according to official tallies. | The conflict spread to nearly every border province on both sides, shattering an ear…
(2025-12-27). Energy Transition Meltdown Could Mean Global Bifurcation. wattsupwiththat.com For years, the global energy strategy has been surreal. Companies that built the modern world on the back of energy-dense hydrocarbons indulged those celebrating the arrival of wind turbines and solar panels to power civilization. But reality, stubborn and unforgiving, has interrupted the psychedelic revelry.
(2025-12-27). Storm of condemnation follows Israel's recognition of Somaliland. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Israel's declaration of recognition for the self-proclaimed Republic of Somaliland as an independent nation has sparked widespread disapproval throughout the Arab, Islamic, and African nations. Officials and various organizations are voicing concerns that this action contravenes international law and jeopardizes peace in the Horn of Africa.On Friday, Israel took the unprecedented step of being the first nation to officially acknowledge Somaliland, a region that unilaterally declared its independence from Somalia back in 1991. | Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office framed the decision as a…
(2025-12-27). UAE—Israel partnership casts a shadow on southern Yemen. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Southern Yemen is no longer just a battleground between local factions. It is becoming a testing ground for foreign ambitions, with the United Arab Emirates pushing separatist forces into new territory while deepening its partnership with Israel. These moves are reshaping the conflict in ways that go far beyond Yemen's borders.
(2025-12-27). Avanzan obras en tercer parque solar fotovoltaico de Sancti Spíritus. cubadebate.cu Con la sincronización del Parque Solar Fotovoltaico (PSFV) de la comunidad de El Meso antes de que finalice el año o a principios del 2026, Sancti Spíritus incorporará los tres emplazamientos de 21,87 megawatts planificados inicialmente como parte de la estrategia para la transición hacia el uso de energías limpias.
(2025-12-27). La Estación Espacial Internacional, un cuarto de siglo de hazañas en el espacio. cubadebate.cu La Estación Espacial Internacional, situada a unos 400 kilómetros sobre la Tierra, representa uno de los proyectos de ingeniería más ambiciosos de la humanidad. Desde la primera misión Expedición 1, más de 280 astronautas y cosmonautas han visitado la estación, que se mantiene habitada de forma continua desde hace 25 años.
(2025-12-27). La Estación Espacial Internacional, un cuarto de siglo de hazañas en el espacio. cubadebate.cu La Estación Espacial Internacional, situada a unos 400 kilómetros sobre la Tierra, representa uno de los proyectos de ingeniería más ambiciosos de la humanidad. Desde la primera misión Expedición 1, más de 280 astronautas y cosmonautas han visitado la estación, que se mantiene habitada de forma continua desde hace 25 años.
(2025-12-27). 5.7-magnitude quake hits Santiago Del Estero Prov., Argentina. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 27 (MNA) — An earthquake with a magnitude of 5.7 jolted Santiago Del Estero Prov., Argentina at 1040 GMT on Saturday, the GFZ German Research Centre for Geosciences said.
(2025-12-27). No To The Re-Militarization Of Puerto Rico. popularresistance.org We are now on the threshold of a new year, and for the Puerto Rican people, it means a renewal of our struggle for independence and sovereignty. With renewed vigor, we may resume the battle against the militarization of our archipelago. | In 2003, we were able to expel the most powerful naval force in the world, the U.S. Navy, after four years of relentless struggle. The entire population, regardless of political beliefs, bravely united, facing beatings and arrests at the hands of U.S. security forces. The people were determined to close the bases that stored deadly weapons and from which the Navy bombed the pris…