(2025-12-06). New Mossad chief Roman Gofman's appointment signals strategic shift for Israel. hindustantimes.com Israel is about to enter one of the most sensitive transitions in its security establishment and it comes at a time when the Gaza war is reshaping the country's political and military landscape. A new Mossad chief is set to take over in June 2026, a man whose journey runs from Belarus to Israel, from the Syrian front to the highest echelons of power. Can a deeply wounded nation afford uncertainty at the top of its intelligence services? Will the new chief bring continuity, or break from Netanyahu's increasingly controversial war-time politics? And how might this appointment alter Israel's strategy in Gaza, Iran,…
(2025-12-06). Israeli military faces unprecedented surge in suicide rates. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 06 (MNA) — The Israeli military has faced an unprecedented rise in suicide cases among its soldiers since the Gaza war began on October 7, 2023, according to newly released official data.
(2025-12-06). 'Not journalism — theater': Inside Israel's press tours to Gaza. Kholod Massalha 
(2025-12-06). Arab, Muslim nations reject Israel exit-only plan for Rafah. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 06 (MNA) — Gaza mediators Egypt and Qatar, and six other Muslim-majority countries, have raised the alarm over Israel's stated plan for a one-way opening of the Rafah border crossing.
(2025-12-06). Images of Epstein's private Caribbean island released. ecns.cn U.S. House Democrats on the Oversight Committee on Wednesday released photos and videos of Jeffrey Epstein's home on the private Caribbean island, where the billionaire was accused of trafficking underage girls for sex.
(2025-12-06). Obama's PowerPoint Death Parade Led To Trump's Venezuelan Killings OpEd. eurasiareview.com The Trump administration's killings of scores of Venezuelans are provoking outrage across the Western Hemisphere. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth recently proclaimed, "We have only just begun to kill narco-terrorists." President Trump and Hegseth are cashing a blank check for carnage that was written years earlier by President Barack Obama. | In his 2017 farewell address, Obama boasted, "We have taken out tens of thousands of terrorists." Drone strikes increased tenfold under Obama, helping fuel anti—U.S. backlashes in several nations. | As he campaigned for the presidency in 2007, Sen. Barack Obama declar…
(2025-12-06). Venezuela: Overview Of US Sanctions Policy Analysis. eurasiareview.com By Clare Ribando Seelke | Since 2005, the United States has imposed targeted sanctions on Venezuelan individuals and entities that have engaged in criminal, antidemocratic, or corrupt actions. U.S. sanctions have been imposed via both executive and congressional action. In response to increasing repression under President Nicolás Maduro, in power since 2013, the first Trump Administration expanded U.S. sanctions to include financial and sectoral sanctions, as well as sanctions on the Maduro government. The Biden Administration offered limited sanctions relief to try to incentivize Maduro to convene free and fa…
(2025-12-06). IndiGo Flight Chaos Leaves Passengers Stranded Nationwide. devdiscourse.com The disruption of IndiGo's flight operations intensified nationwide on Saturday, stranding passengers and causing widespread delays at airports. In an atmosphere of mounting frustration, Jammu Airport experienced cancelled services, leaving a deserted terminal and bewildered travellers.
(2025-12-06). Afghanistan-Pakistan Quagmire Reveals The Limits Of China's Leverage Analysis. eurasiareview.com By Shivam Shekhawat | Last month, when Pakistan and Afghanistan engaged in their most intense clashes in the last four years, the spokesperson of the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs called on both sides to exercise restraint and resolve their differences through dialogue and consultation. Urging them to focus on the 'broader picture', he also offered China's mediating role to ameliorate their differences. For Beijing, this broader picture includes the security of its own strategic and economic interests in the region and its relationship with both Kabul and Islamabad. | From Early Leverage to Waning In…
(2025-12-06). Super moon seen across China. ecns.cn The last super moon in 2025 was seen across China on Thursday night.
(2025-12-06). Best Hotels in Tehran 2026. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 06 (MNA) — The 2026 OrientTrips Annual Hotel Report offers a practical overview of where visitors actually stay in Tehran.
(2025-12-06). Rockefeller Center Christmas tree illuminated in New York. ecns.cn As an icon of New York City's holiday season, the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree was lit up Wednesday night in midtown Manhattan, drawing crowds of people.
(2025-12-06). Lukashenko hails technological breakthroughs, achievements of Legmash Plant. eng.belta.by Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko congratulated the management, employees, and veterans of Legmash Plant on the 80th anniversary.
(2025-12-06). Chinese food delivery platform Ele.me officially renamed as Taobao Shangou. ecns.cn Taobao Shangou announced on Friday that Ele.me app will undergo a comprehensive upgrade to become Taobao Shangou (flash delivery) immediately upon updating to its latest version.
(2025-12-06). Israeli military stages new incursion into Syria's Beit Jinn. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 06 (MNA) — Local sources in Syria report that Israeli forces carried out a new incursion into the Beit Jinn area near Damascus, deploying tanks and armored vehicles into an abandoned military site.
(2025-12-06). Mrs. Asma al-Assad interview with Russia's Channel 24. voicesfromsyria.com Oct 18, 2016
| Mrs. Assad's public interview for the past 8 years.
| source: Presidency of the Syrian Arab Republic…
(2025-12-06). 7,000-year-old village discovered in Iran's Dehdasht. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 06 (MNA) — Archaeologists have discovered a 7,000-year-old prehistoric village beneath the historic city of Dehdasht, shedding new light on the region's Neolithic past and early urban development.
(2025-12-06). US, Ukraine underscore need for ceasefire, de-escalation. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 06 (MNA) — The US and Ukrainian delegations have stressed in a meeting the need for measures to cease hostilities and de-escalate tensions in Ukraine.
(2025-12-06). UN: Dec. 5] Security Council Visits Lebanon Syria, Unpaid UN Dues Piling Up Lots More. passblue.com 
This Week @UN: UN crossword, anyone?; Trump targets the Refugee Convention; Slovenia softens on SG race; Russia must return Ukrainian children. Plus: Billions of unpaid UN dues; separate Israeli airstrikes hit Syria and Lebanon; Myanmar #1 in opium; Sudan death spiral; real peace in Congo? • For the first time in six years, the UN …
(2025-12-06). Israel Weapon Industries To Reinforce India's Defence Arsenal. devdiscourse.com An influential Israeli defence firm has announced its plans to supply the first batch of 40,000 light machine guns (LMGs) to India, beginning early next year.
(2025-12-06). Belarusian Maryna Zuyeva makes top ten in 5000m at World Cup in Netherlands. eng.belta.by Belarusian athlete Maryna Zuyeva earned qualifying points for the Olympic selection at the ISU Speed Skating World Cup 3 in the Netherlands…
(2025-12-06). Arctic Region Becoming Increasingly Contested Analysis. eurasiareview.com By Luke Coffey | In a surprising move at this time of year, a tanker from Russia's Arctic LNG 2 project on Wednesday traveled along the Northern Sea Route to markets in Asia even as winter conditions were beginning to set in. Russia transporting liquefied natural gas to Asian markets, particularly China, along its northern coast is hardly unusual. What stands out here is the timing. | Regular commercial traffic on the Northern Sea Route typically tapers off by November as ice conditions worsen, with navigation normally concentrated in the July-November period. Unusually favorable weather this year, combined wi…
(2025-12-06). How to Read the New National Security Strategy Document. dissidentvoice.org The New US National Security Strategy (NSS) has been released. This is a critically important document prepared by every administration that sets out the United States' national security priorities, along with a formulation of the strategy & policies it proposes to address these concerns. As would be expected with such a high stakes document, there are already many interpretations …
(2025-12-06). December movie releases 'battle it out' in China to delight fans. ecns.cn On December 5, the big screens in China presented a diverse array of offerings. Two American films, including the 4K-restored version of "Witness for the Prosecution," adapted from Agatha Christie's classic work. Meanwhile, "The Running Man," based on a novel by Stephen King, aims to deliver high-octane chase and escape sequences.
(2025-12-06). Chinese Premier Li Qiang meets French President Emmanuel Macron. ecns.cn Chinese Premier Li Qiang on Thursday met with visiting French President Emmanuel Macron in Beijing.
(2025-12-06). Thailand Pavilion debuts at film festival as China—Thailand diplomatic ties mark 50 years. ecns.cn As China and Thailand celebrate the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations, cooperation between the two countries continues to deepen across trade, culture, tourism and film. At the 7th Hainan Island International Film Festival, a special series of events themed around the milestone is underway, highlighting the growing vitality of Sino-Thai exchanges.
(2025-12-06). Chinese paddlers seal sixth straight win after crushing France at ITTF Mixed Team World Cup. ecns.cn Tournament hosts China beat France 8-2 to clinch their sixth consecutive win at the ITTF (International Table Tennis Federation) Mixed Team World Cup in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province, on Thursday.
(2025-12-06). Egyptian FM, IAEA's Grossi discuss Iran's nuclear file. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 06 (MNA) — Egypt's Foreign Minister held a phone call with IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi to discuss Iran's peaceful nuclear activities, emphasizing the importance of dialogue, confidence-building, and regional stability.
(2025-12-06). Russia's repression record. CPJ Europe and Central Asia Program 
(2025-12-06). Widow of murdered reporter Dom Phillips empowers young Indigenous leaders to defend the rainforest. Cristina Zahar 
(2025-12-06). Resistance leader warns against US, Israel crimes. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 06 (MNA) — Shaykh Akram al-Kaabi, secretary-general of the al-Nujaba Islamic Resistance Movement, has strongly warned against the continuation of the American and Israeli crimes in the region.
(2025-12-06). Lukashenko: Policy of artificial confrontation does not serve interests of Belarus, Finland. eng.belta.by Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko has sent Independence Day greetings to the people of Finland—é…
(2025-12-06). Sri Lankan in Dubai credits Chinese e-commerce for enriching his work and life | My Story with Chinese Modernization. ecns.cn Ashvin, originally from Sri Lanka and now based in Dubai, works for a Chinese media outlet. His job is capturing China's stories with lenses, which mainly involves Chinese-made products. He says these items add convenience and a spark of enjoyment to both his work and personal life.
(2025-12-06). French President Emmanuel Macron visits Sichuan University in Chengdu. ecns.cn French President Emmanuel Macron visited Sichuan University in Chengdu City on Friday afternoon.
(2025-12-06). New pair of giant pandas expected to arrive in France in 2027. ecns.cn After bidding farewell to giant pandas Huan Huan and Yuan Zi, who recently concluded their 13-year stay in France, the country is expected to welcome a new pair of pandas in 2027, according to a newly signed letter of intent between the China Wildlife Conservation Association (CWCA) and Beauval Zoo in Saint-Aignan.
(2025-12-06). Spain's Courtroom Politics OpEd. eurasiareview.com By Mark Nayler | If there is a threat to democracy in Spain, it's not from the "far right," that mysterious force to which Socialist prime minister Pedro Sánchez wants to attribute all the country's problems. Recent developments have highlighted two issues that are causing much more damage to public trust in democratic institutions—namely, the politicization of the judiciary, or "lawfare," and financial
(2025-12-06). Over 120,000 volunteers assist prosecutors in public-interest litigation. ecns.cn More than 120,000 volunteers have registered with Chinese prosecutorial bodies to assist in public-interest litigation cases, enhancing both the efficiency and quality of the work, the Supreme People's Procuratorate, China's top prosecutorial authority, announced on Friday, coinciding with International Volunteer Day.
(2025-12-06). Macron arrives in Chengdu to continue China visit. ecns.cn French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife Brigitte Macron arrive in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province, on Dec. 4, 2025, marking the second stop of their three-day state visit to China.
(2025-12-06). Iran celebrates Caspian horse heritage at national festival. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 06 (MNA) — Northern Iran welcomed breeders and enthusiasts for the 20th National Festival honoring the purebred Caspian horse.
(2025-12-06). Australia hits Afghan Taliban officials with sanctions, travel bans. geo.tv 
Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Commonwealth of Australia Penny Wong addresses the 79th United Nations General Assembly at UN headquarters in New York, U.S., September 27, 2024. — ReutersMeasures hit three Taliban regime ministers and chief justice.Sanctions come under…
(2025-12-06). Central Asia Has A Drug Problem, And It Is Growing Worse Analysis. eurasiareview.com By Bruce Pannier | (
(2025-12-06). Australia Energy Profile: Fossil Fuels Account For Almost 98% Of Primary Energy Production Analysis. eurasiareview.com ( Fossil fuels accounted for almost 98% of Australia's primary energy production. A large producer of both natural gas and coal, Australia is a net exporter of energy. Around two-thirds of Australia's production is exported.2 | Australia's primary energy consumption remained relatively flat in 2023. Fossil fuels accounted for 93% of consumption. Renewables made up only 6% of consumption but hav…
(2025-12-06). Tamil Nadu Leaders Honor B.R. Ambedkar on Mahaparinirvana Diwas. devdiscourse.com In a solemn tribute to B.R. Ambedkar, the architect of the Indian Constitution, Tamil Nadu leaders gathered on his 70th Mahaparinirvana Diwas to honor his legacy. Governor R N Ravi and Chief Minister M K Stalin were among those present, highlighting Ambedkar's enduring influence.
(2025-12-06). Comicomment: Mistaking a cliff for a stage. ecns.cn Such dangerous gambles in the pursuit of militarism will, in the end, inflict serious damage on Japan itself.
(2025-12-06). Flu positivity hits 51% in China as school clusters rise. ecns.cn China's flu activity has surged to high levels, according to the Chinese Center for Disease Control and Prevention.Data shows that 51.1 percent of outpatient visits for influenza-like illnesses tested positive for the flu, up slightly from 44.8 percent in the previous week."ÄÄ"ÄÄMeanwhile, the positivity rate for respiratory syncytial virus was 3.5 percent, and for rhinovirus, it was 5.3 percent.
(2025-12-06). Lukashenko sends birthday greetings to president of Kyrgyzstan. eng.belta.by "Your fruitful work as head of state is an example of professionalism, political foresight, and fortitude, which you demonstrate in promoting the interests of the Kyrgyz Republic," the message of congratulation said.
(2025-12-06). The Collapse Of Europe's Four Major Dividends Analysis. eurasiareview.com By Chen Li | It is easy to see why people around the world feel a mix of envy and admiration when it comes to the lifestyle of Europeans. Paid annual leave often extends to four or five weeks, and work-life balance has become an assumed basic right. Healthcare is free, university tuition is low or even non-existent, unemployment benefits are comprehensive, and pensions are generous. In terms of welfare and leisure, Europe* truly leads the way. This strong sense of confidence is largely thanks to the feeling that life is safeguarded by the system, which gives Europeans the energy to focus on more "lofty" issues…
(2025-12-06). Indonesian president names first panda cub born in the country. ecns.cn The giant panda Hu Chun, currently living in Indonesia, gave birth to a cub last Thursday at the Taman Safari Zoo in Bogor, Indonesia, which marks the first giant panda cub ever born in the country.
(2025-12-06). World's longest civil aviation route launched between China, Argentina. ecns.cn China Eastern Airlines flight MU745 landed at Ezeiza International Airport in Buenos Aires, the capital of Argentina, on Thursday afternoon local time. This only non-stop direct passenger route between China and Argentina covers a total distance of 20,000 kilometers, setting a new record for the world's longest single civil aviation flight.
(2025-12-06). Nineteen states to raise minimum wage on Jan. 1. nationofchange.org While some states will reach a $15 minimum wage for the first time, other states will have a minimum wage of $15 or higher as of January 1, 2026.
(2025-12-06). Front pages of Iran's English dailies on December 6. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 06 (MNA) — Here are the front pages of Iran's English language dailies on Saturday, December 6.
(2025-12-06). Russian Drone Strikes Escalate Tensions in Ukraine's Railway Hubs. devdiscourse.com A regional railway depot near Kyiv fell victim to a significant Russian drone and missile barrage damaging several railway carriages, according to Ukrainian state railway company Ukrzaliznytsia. No casualties were reported in the attack on Fastiv town despite extensive destruction.
(2025-12-06). Revitalizing Punjab: The Long-Awaited Revival of the Qadian-Beas Rail Project. devdiscourse.com The long-standing Qadian-Beas rail line in Punjab is set for revival, as announced by Minister of State for Railways, Ravneet Singh Bittu. The 40 km rail project, 'frozen' due to substantial land acquisition and political challenges, is now back on track following Bittu's directive to defreeze the initiative.
(2025-12-06). Afghanistan accuses Pakistan of attacking Kandahar. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 06 (MNA) — The Afghan interim government has accused Pakistan of carrying out a cross-border attack on Kandahar, claiming that Afghan forces successfully repelled the incursion.
(2025-12-06). UN General Assembly passes 5 pro-Palestine resolutions. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 06 (MNA) — The UN General Assembly has adopted five resolutions concerning Palestine, including measures on refugee assistance, UNRWA's mandate, Palestinian property rights, human rights violations, and Israeli settlements.
(2025-12-06). 'Good House' in Hong Kong receives residents affected by Tai Po fire. ecns.cn A number of transitional housing projects have been launched to resettle residents affected by the fire that broke out at a residential building in the Tai Po area of Hong Kong. As of Wednesday noon, a cumulative 680 households comprising 1,613 people have moved into transitional housing units, according to Winnie Ho Wing-yin, current Secretary for Housing in Hong Kong.
(2025-12-06). Trump Floats No Income Tax Pledge Again OpEd. eurasiareview.com By Andrew Moran | During the 2024 election, President Donald Trump teased that he would eventually eliminate the income tax. A couple of months into his second term, Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick suggested that the president would scrap the income tax for those earning under $150,000. Trump is back again, proposing a landmark pledge of no income tax for hard-working Americans. | No Income Tax for America: | The latest must-watch
(2025-12-06). Iran's patience limited over UAE's baseless island claims. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 06 (MNA) — Iran has voiced a strong warning to the UAE over its purported claims on the Persian Gulf islands, linking them to Abu Dhabi's broader regional ambitions and alliances with colonial powers.
(2025-12-06). Russia: Orthodox Priest Tortured, Prosecuted For 'Overt Disrespect For Society' Analysis. eurasiareview.com By Victoria Arnold | Officers of the National Guard, Investigative Committee, and Federal Security Service (FSB) in the southern Krasnodar Region arrested an independent Orthodox priest on 27 November and searched his church, seizing devices and money. Investigators then kept Fr Iona Sigida in custody overnight and appear to have tortured him during interrogation, according to parishioners. The next day, Slavyansk City Court placed him under house arrest until late January 2026. | Following the raid on the church, a parishioner "found a terrible mess" afterwards. "They'd rummaged through the sanctuary, barbaro…
(2025-12-06). The Middle East And North Africa: Strategic Competition, Energy And Security, Reconfiguring The Global Balance Analysis. eurasiareview.com By General (Rtd) Corneliu Pivariu | 1. Introduction — MENA as a Key Space of Global Rebalancing: | The Middle East and North Africa — known under the acronym MENA — represent, more than ever, a crossroads of history, religion, energy, and geopolitics. Here, millennial civilizations, contemporary ideologies, and global economic interests collide and reshape themselves in a continuous process. | We live in an era where transformations unfold at the pace of a historical revolution, and developments in this region have repercussions that reverberate worldwide. After more than seven decade…
(2025-12-06). Ancient Tea Horse Road: A testament to collaboration among diverse ethnic groups. ecns.cn Today, fresh tea from a thousand miles away can be delivered the next day. However, about thirteen centuries ago, to accomplish this, it required couriers to travel for about half a year along the Ancient Tea Horse Road — a testament to how commerce persisted even across the most challenging terrain and geographical obstacles.
(2025-12-06). India-US Trade Talks: Navigating Tariffs and Future Growth. devdiscourse.com India and the United States are poised to kick off crucial three-day negotiations on December 10, aiming to advance the first phase of their proposed bilateral trade agreement. Sources indicate that the meetings aim to tackle existing tariff challenges and progress towards a comprehensive trade pact.
(2025-12-06). FIFA World Cup trophy reaches Washington, D.C., ahead of draw ceremony. ecns.cn The FIFA World Cup trophy is displayed at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C., December 4, 2025.The 12 seeded teams in Pot 1 are Canada, Mexico, USA, Spain, Argentina, France, England, Brazil, Portugal, Netherlands, Belgium and Germany.
(2025-12-06). A year after Assad's fall, Syrian journalists enjoy freedom but also new risks>. Soran Rashid 
(2025-12-06). Trade unions roll out winter assistance for workers. ecns.cn The All-China Federation of Trade Unions has recently activated its winter warmth campaign, aimed at providing care, subsidies and supplies to workers facing financial difficulties and recognizing outstanding model employees.
(2025-12-06). An Oligarch's Guide To Ending The War In Ukraine OpEd. eurasiareview.com Here's how oligarchs play their game of geopolitical three-card monte. They attract attention by promising the moon. Then they hide their real motivations in a duplicitous shuffle of the cards. The ensuing action is a razzle-dazzle of distraction. In the end, the oligarchs win, and everyone else loses. | On the Russian side, oligarch-in-chief Vladimir Putin talks about this territory and that territory. Sure, he wants Russia to colonize more land in Ukraine. But the territory is less important than his conception of an enlarged Russian ethno-space that crowds out the European Union and NATO by asserting an ill…
(2025-12-06). Australia: A US Vassal State in a Peripheral Sphere of Influence. dissidentvoice.org For reasons set out briefly below, let's suppose that Australia is a US vassal state and that the Pacific — what Australia likes to call its 'backyard' — is a peripheral sphere of US influence. Under these circumstances, this essay considers what for Australia should be some of the more worrisome implications for its security …
(2025-12-06). The attempted murder of a veteran journalist stirs fear, defiance in Colombia. John Otis/CPJ Andean Representative 
(2025-12-06). When FIFA plays politics: Peace medal for war-tainted hands. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 06 (MNA) — As Trump draped the FIFA Peace Medal over his own neck last night, the world watched in disbelief: a self-proclaimed peacemaker being honored while his record tells a very different story.
(2025-12-06). Bhopal Launches Professor Rattan Lal Awards to Boost Regenerative Agriculture. devdiscourse.com Bhopal, India, marked World Soil Day with the launch of the Professor Rattan Lal Awards for Excellence in Regenerative Agriculture, initiated by Solidaridad and the ICAR-Indian Institute of Soil Science (IISS). The awards aim to celebrate and inspire advances in soil health and sustainable farming practices across the nation.
(2025-12-06). Stuttgart calls for calm ahead of Maccabi Tel Aviv Europa League match. haaretz.com German soccer team VfB Stuttgart urged fans to foster a respectful atmosphere ahead of the Europa League match against Maccabi Tel Aviv, as German outlets reported extensive police preparations for the game against the Israeli team…
(2025-12-06). Controversy Erupts Over Punjab's Zila Parishad and Panchayat Samiti Elections. devdiscourse.com In a heated political development, the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) has accused the ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) of orchestrating the rejection of its candidates' nominations for the upcoming Zila Parishad and Panchayat Samiti elections in Punjab.
(2025-12-06). China's success in modernization beyond the West's expectation. ecns.cn
(2025-12-06). Chinese journalist Du Bin detained for third time, held since October. CPJ Staff
(2025-12-06). 10 big things about China you should not miss (Nov. 30- Dec. 6). ecns.cn
(2025-12-06). Chinese, French leaders vow to strengthen bilateral cooperation. ecns.cn
(2025-12-06). A Juggernaut Of Destruction OpEd. eurasiareview.com
(2025-12-06). Civil Aviation Ministry asks IndiGo to complete ticket refund process for passengers impacted by disrupted flights by 8 pm on Sunday. devdiscourse.com
(2025-12-06). Members of Congress, CPJ, Amnesty International USA to hold press conference about Israel's systematic targeting of journalists. cpj.org
(2025-12-06). Ensure all baggages separated from passengers due to flight cancellations are delivered within next 48 hours: Govt tells IndiGo. devdiscourse.com
(2025-12-06). Haitian gang leader calls for Radio TV Caraibes journalist's assassination. cpj.org/feed/atom/
(2025-12-06). Multinational cooperation highlights the dynamic growth of Tianjin. ecns.cn
(2025-12-06). CPJ, 29 others call on UN to act on 'unprecedented' rights abuses in Tanzania. CPJ Staff
(2025-12-06). Myanmar releases 6 journalists in pre-election amnesty. CPJ Staff
(2025-12-06). Trump's New Security Strategy Paints Europe As Weak And Facing 'Civilizational Erasure'. eurasiareview.com
(2025-12-06). Así quedan los 12 grupos del Mundial de Fútbol 2026. cubadebate.cu Los bombos del Mundial 2026 ya repartieron suerte entre las 48 selecciones participantes: 42 ya están clasificadas y los otros seis cupos aún deberán definirse en el repechaje. El sorteo, que se celebró en Washington D.C., definió la composición de los 12 grupos en lo que será el Mundial con más equipos de la historia.
(2025-12-06). Inclusión… con las reglas de Rodo… cubadebate.cu Escribo en nombre de los que agradecemos Las reglas de Rodo, y esperamos que desde el periodismo, la educación, y el corazón de nuestro pueblo, esas reglas se cumplan siempre en nombre del amor para todos nuestros niños.
(2025-12-06). Rusia y la India refuerzan cooperación económica con programa estratégico hasta 2030. cubadebate.cu La visita oficial del presidente ruso Vladimir Putin a Nueva Delhi, marcó un hito en las relaciones bilaterales entre ambas potencias. En el marco de esta reunión, se adoptó el Programa para el Desarrollo de àÅreas Estratégicas de la Cooperación Económica hasta 2030, una hoja de ruta que busca expandir la asociación estratégica que mantienen Moscú y Nueva Delhi.
(2025-12-06). Santiago de Cuba se sigue recuperando (+ Fotos). cubadebate.cu En su sexta visita a territorio santiaguero en poco más de un mes tras el paso del huracán Melissa, el Primer Secretario del Comité Central del Partido y Presidente de la República, Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, recorrió zonas del municipio Tercer Frente.
(2025-12-06). Debutan victoriosos en Mundial de Boxeo, Fernando Arzola y Arlen López. cubadebate.cu El doble monarca olímpico Arlen López y el subtitular universal de 2023 Fernando Arzola firmaron las dos primeras victorias para Cuba en el Campeonato Mundial de la Asociación Internacional de Boxeo (IBA, por sus siglas en inglés) de Dubái, Emiratos àÅrabes Unidos. Arlen se llevó crédito de 4-1 sobre el turco Bayram Malkan.
(2025-12-06). øQué trae el Festival Internacional del Nuevo Cine Latinoamericano para este sábado? cubadebate.cu Este fin de semana, el Festival Internacional del Nuevo Cine Latinoamericano concentra la atención de cinéfilos y curiosos en La Habana. La cita invita a recorrer la riqueza del cine latinoamericano y a descubrir las tendencias narrativas y estéticas que marcan el pulso de la producción actual.
(2025-12-05). CNN partners with Kalshi, a gambling app that lets you wager on starvation in Gaza. therealnews.com 
(2025-12-05). Dissecting the UN's "Comprehensive Plan" for Gaza and the Inevitable Dead End. counterpunch.org 
U.S. policy documents on the Middle East do not reach the daylight before Israel is given the chance to filter them, and gut them. The latest UN Security Council (UNSC) 2803, Comprehensive Plan, is no exception. The Resolution perpetuates the same failed logic that has governed international diplomacy for decades. One in which Palestinian rights
(2025-12-05). Israel Boosts 2026 Defence Budget to $34 Billion Despite Gaza Ceasefire. moderndiplomacy.eu Israel has set its 2026 defence budget at 112 billion shekels ($34.6 billion), significantly higher than earlier drafts. The decision comes as the cabinet debates next year's broader national budget a process that must conclude by March to avoid triggering new elections. The increase follows a costly year of military operations in Gaza and along …
(2025-12-05). Israel shredding Gaza ceasefire while US distracted by Ukraine. responsiblestatecraft.org There is no ceasefire in the Gaza Strip, even though an
(2025-12-05). Microsoft Faces Reckoning For Assisting Israel's Genocide In Gaza. popularresistance.org Ahead of its annual shareholders meeting on December 5, Microsoft is coming under mounting pressure to reconsider its relationship with the Israeli military, which has used the tech giant's products to carry out the genocide in Gaza and ethnic cleansing of the West Bank. | In an open letter to the company released on Tuesday, December 2, an international coalition of legal aid groups said Microsoft and its executives potentially face legal liability for "aiding and abetting … atrocity crimes" committed by the Israeli military against Palestinian civilians. | "Over the last few months, it has become exceedingly…
(2025-12-05). IDF officer who fought on Oct. 7 dies by suicide. haaretz.com After the Hamas attack, Tomas Adzgauskas fought in the Gaza Strip and was discharged in April 2024. Haaretz has identified 15 soldiers who died by suicide since the war began, due to mental health issues linked to their military service…
(2025-12-05). CNN Partners With a Gambling App That Lets You Wager on Starvation in Gaza. truthout.org Consistent with the United States' continued slide into an economy powered almost entirely by LLM slop, financialization, and ever-pervasive exploitative gambling, "prediction market app" Kalshi "entered into an official partnership" with CNN this week to bring their "data to CNN's journalism across its television, digital and social channels." Soon, CNN will run live odds on world events where… |
(2025-12-05). UN Calls for Investigation Into Israeli Killing of 2 Boys Aged 8 and 10 in Gaza. truthout.org Israel's killing of two young Palestinian boys in Gaza for supposedly crossing the Israeli military's ever-shifting yellow line last week is "horrific" and must be investigated, the UN has said. "It's hard to see how two boys, eight and 10, can be considered a threat. And there needs to be an investigation and accountability into what happened," said Stéphane Dujarric… |
(2025-12-05). Israeli-backed militia leader killed in Gaza. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — The occupying Israeli regime suffered a setback after its most prominent militia leader was killed in Gaza.
(2025-12-05). Go Tell It on the Mountain: Genocide is Wrong. counterpunch.org 
Israel and its partners continue to wage genocide against the Palestinian people. Those who, so far, have survived the hideous attacks since October 7, 2023, now face ongoing jeopardy. Hemmed in by yet another military border, over two million Palestinians in "East Gaza" live amid rubble, unexploded ordnance, decaying corpses, starvation conditions, and the uncertainties
(2025-12-05). International Workers Build 'People's Embargo' Against Israeli Genocide. popularresistance.org From the docks of Oakland to the ports of Morocco, from Italian logistics hubs to South African coal mines, an international movement is taking shape to do what governments have refused: Cut off the flow of weapons and fuel sustaining Israel's assault on Gaza. | On Nov. 22, labor organizers, Palestinian activists, and anti-war campaigners from six countries gathered online to launch the People's Embargo for Palestine — a coordinated effort to leverage workers' power at critical chokepoints in the global military supply chain. The webinar brought together a veteran of the anti-apartheid struggle with a new g…
(2025-12-05). Venezuela, History, and the Futile Quest for Regime Change. counterpunch.org Philosophers from Immanuel Kant to George Santayana warned that history repeats itself because we fail to heed its lessons. So it is with the Trump administration and its plan for regime change in Venezuela. Even if it succeeds in ousting Nicolás Maduro, the result will almost certainly mirror the failures of Afghanistan and Iraq under the Bush and Biden administrations.
(2025-12-05). Venezuela leads UN meeting against sanctions and denounces their use as weapons of war. radiohc.cu More than a third of humanity, encompassing more than 76 countries, has its right to development "strangled" by illegal policies that can only be described as part of a "calculated campaign of maximum cruelty," denounced Venezuela's representative to the UN, Samuel Moncada, this Thursday, December 4. | On the occasion of the first commemoration of the International Day against Unilateral Coercive Measures, and on behalf of the Group of Friends in Defense of the Charter of the United Nations, Moncada described these practices as "weapons of economic warfare" and a "systematic attack on the right to development."
(2025-12-05). Trump's War on 'Narcoterrorism' Is a Smokescreen. progressive.org The Trump Administration's recent bombings off the coast of Venezuela signal a return to Cold War-era military aggression.
(2025-12-05). IEC engages youth ahead of local government elections. sanews.gov.za IEC engages youth ahead of local government elections | The use of digital platforms must be used optimally to encourage the youth to participate in electoral democracy. | This was the call made at the Electoral Commission's seminar on digital technology held in KwaZulu-Natal on Thursday, ahead of the forthcoming local government elections. | The seminar was initiated to engage various stakeholders on how digital tools and technologies can inspire and drive young people to actively participate in electoral processes. | Held under the theme: "Digital Democracy: Leveraging Digital Technology to Promote Youth Parti…
(2025-12-05). Spain, Ireland, Slovenia, Netherlands Boycott Eurovision Over Israel's Inclusion. truthout.org Four countries have announced that they are boycotting the Eurovision Song Contest in 2026 because of the organizers' much-criticized decision to allow Israel to continue participating in the competition, despite its genocide. Ireland, Spain, Slovenia and the Netherlands are pulling out of the competition for next year, after the body behind the competition, the European Broadcasting Union… |
(2025-12-05). Thursday 12/4: Free Zoe March. indybay.org 25 Dolores St, San Francisco, CA 94103…
(2025-12-05). Tuesday 12/9: Webinar: Recognizing and Punishing Genocide. indybay.org Zoom | bit.ly/tlaib-townhall…
(2025-12-05). Tehran, Kabul discuss boosting health cooperation. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Iranian and Afghan officials have discussed ways to promote cooperation between the two countries in the pharmaceutical and medical equipment fields.
(2025-12-05). Death anniversary of Hazrat Umm ul-Banin (SA) in Birjand. en.mehrnews.com BIRJAND, Dec. 05 (MNA) — The mourning ceremony of the demise anniversary of Hazrat Umm ul-Banin (SA) was held in Birjand, South Khorasan province on Thursday night with the participation of pious people of this city.
(2025-12-05). Authorities arrest man suspected of planting pipe bombs in Washington, DC. aljazeera.com US officials have arrested a man suspected of planting pipe bombs the night before the January 6 Capitol insurrection.
(2025-12-05). Trump hoodwinked by MBS in White House meeting. onlineopinion.com.au Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman played coy on Palestinian statehood with Trump – despite quietly backing a radically different 'Hashemite Kingdom of Palestine' plan since 2020.
(2025-12-05). PDP Pushes for Age Limit Extension in J&K Competitive Exams. devdiscourse.com The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on Friday called on Lt Governor Manoj Sinha to approve a significant change proposed by the Jammu and Kashmir government. The proposal aims to raise the upper age limit for the upcoming combined competitive examination to 35 years for open merit candidates, potentially benefiting many young aspirants.
(2025-12-05). WHYY Newscast for Friday 2:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2025-12-05). COP30 Round-Up: Failure of a UN Climate Summit Is Great News for Humanity! wattsupwiththat.com While the teeth knashing over the COP FLOP continues, we must never forget: Failure of a UN climate summit is great news for humanity!
(2025-12-05). West Contra Costa California educators and classified workers launch joint strike. wsws.org The strike by 3,000 educators and support staff has shut down normal operations in one of the San Francisco Bay Area's largest school districts.
(2005-12-25). Forest Department recovers 800 acres in Lal Sohanra National Park. tribune.com.pk 
The Punjab Forest Department has reclaimed nearly 800 acres of forest land in Lal Sohanra National Park that had been under illegal occupation for almost four decades. The recovered land had been controlled by occupying groups for an extended period, and its return is part of ongoing efforts to manage and conserve the province's forest resources. | According to the Forest Department, the operation was conducted under the direct supervision of a senior provincial minister, who monitored all stages of the operation in real time. The operation involved GIS lab experts, field forces, forest officers, forest guards…
(2025-12-05). South Africa, Mozambique sign higher education cooperation agreement. sanews.gov.za South Africa, Mozambique sign higher education cooperation agreement | South Africa and Mozambique have reaffirmed their commitment to advancing regional collaboration in skills development through the Southern African Development Community (SADC) Protocol on Education and Training, which guides joint efforts to address shared educational and training priorities. | Higher Education and Training Minister Buti Manamela accompanied President Cyril Ramaphosa to Maputo for the 4th South Africa—Mozambique Binational Commission (BNC), where he led efforts to strengthen bilateral cooperation in the higher education…
(2025-12-05). British soldiers accused of more abuses in Kenya: What we know. aljazeera.com British soldiers training in Kenya abused women and caused environmental destruction for years, parliament has said.
(2025-12-05). IRGC dismantles MKO-linked team in Tehran's suburbs. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 05 (MNA) — The IRGC Intelligence Organization has said that it has captured a terrorist team linked to Mojahedin-e-Khalq Organization (MKO) in the Pardis town in the northeast of Tehran who were planning anti-security actions.
(2025-12-05). 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.
(2025-12-05). WHYY Newscast for Friday 9:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2025-12-05). Shattering the world of clowns — Rainer "Hegemony or Downfall" indybay.org "Our era must therefore be seen as an era of creeping de-civilization of violence, persistently carried out by the powerful. In other words, we are living in a time of radical counter-enlightenment. No event in the Western world illustrates this more relentlessly than Israel's genocide of the Palestinians. The epochal crime of this genocide is accompanied by the crime of silence."
(2025-12-05). Tourists embrace new payment habits. ecns.cn Spending patterns among China's inbound travelers are shifting toward card-based transactions, experiential and everyday scenarios, underscoring the nation's progress in improving bank card acceptance and payment convenience, said a recent report by the World Tourism Alliance.
(2025-12-05). Philly school board approves new contract for principals; advocates defend educators amid congressional investigation. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? The Philadelphia School Board approved salary hikes for principals and administrators. | The ratified contract with Commonwealth School Administration Association, Teamsters Local 502 was announced at Thursday night's board meeting. The labor union represents 1,000 principals, safety supervisors and other administrators in the city. | The four-year agreement will give administrators 3% annual raises, along with $1,500 bonuses in 2025 and 2028. They will also receive a variet…
(2025-12-05). Saturday 12/6: TeslaTakedown San Jose / Make Billionaires PAY! indybay.org Winchester Shopping Center Sign | 3137 Stevens Creek Blvd, San Jose, CA 95117…
(2025-12-05). Japan's Takaichi Walks Fiscal Tightrope as Markets Test Her Stimulus Agenda. moderndiplomacy.eu Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is caught in a tense showdown with financial markets as Japan's long-term borrowing costs spike to their highest level since 2007. Her $137 billion stimulus package, financed largely through new borrowing, triggered renewed scrutiny of Japan's towering public debt and weakened yen. A November 17 meeting with Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama …
(2025-12-05). Mother of Love: Portrait of Lady Umm al-Banin. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 05 (MNA) — The book "Mother of Love" narrates the life of Hazrat Umm al-Banin (AS), from her marriage to Imam Ali (AS) through the tragedy of Karbala, highlighting her unwavering devotion.
(2025-12-05). Havana Film Festival fires up the projectors and the miracle continues. radiohc.cu A meeting place for lovers of the seventh art and a source of nightmares for the enemies of the Cuban Revolution, the 46th edition of the International Festival of New Latin American Cinema got underway Thursday evening in Havana… and the miracle continues. | In her opening remarks at the Charles Chaplin Theater in Havana, Festival Director Tania Delgado drew attention to the dangers currently looming over the region, whose peace is once again threatened by the hostility of the U.S. government. | She also expressed the festival's solidarity with the Palestinian cause and denounced the Israeli genocide, a cause…
(2025-12-05). Iran's paint, resin exports reach $80m in 8 months. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Iran's paint and resin industry exported around $80 million worth of products in the first eight months of the current Iranian year (March 20 – November 21), up about 10 percent from the same period last year, a senior official at the Ministry of Industry, Mine and Trade said.
(2025-12-05). Keep energy infrastructure out of war, Turkey warns Moscow, Kyiv. newarab.com 
In response to the attacks, Ankara has summoned
(2025-12-05). More than 7,200 healthcare workers at Oregon Health & Science University authorize strike. wsws.org Healthcare workers at Oregon Health & Science University overwhelmingly vote to authorize strike action, demanding higher wages and safe staffing, as unions work to isolate struggle from broader working class movement.
(2025-12-05). Even "Progressives" Are Now Allowed To Notice That New York's Climate Plans Are Crumbling. wattsupwiththat.com Well, guys, welcome to the right side of history. Now that we have this crack in the dyke of left-wing unanimity for strict net zero mandates, perhaps the flood will begin.
(2025-12-05). How the Jewish Chronicle Weaponizes 'Antisemitism' to Fuel a Moral Panic. counterpunch.org On Yom Kippur, two British Jews were killed at the Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation synagogue in Manchester, during a cruel, antisemitic act of violence. One of them was accidentally shot by police. Later that week, while discussing antisemitism at the dinner table, my teenage son, who frequents a high school in Hackney, London, took out his phone and displayed
(2025-12-05). The Last Great Bulls Inside Botswana's silent struggle over its elephants. independent.co.ug 
SPECIAL REPORT — ALL AFRICA.COM | ADAM CRUISE | When Dr. Mike Chase banks the small survey plane over northern Botswana's mopane woodlands, he can see the country's wildlife story written in the dust below. Carcasses—some months old, others more recent—lie scattered along ancient elephant paths, mute evidence of drought, hunting, and poaching. Farther ahead, …
(2025-12-05). Five key takeaways from Trump's National Security Strategy. aljazeera.com Government document on US foreign policy priorities says Washington no longer needs to prioritise the Middle East.
(2025-12-05). Malaysia must withdraw government SLAPP action against HRD Murray Hunter in Thailand's criminal court. fidh.org Thailand must refuse to allow its criminal courts to be used for SLAPP actions by anyone, even fellow ASEAN member States
30 November 2025. We, the 44 undersigned groups and organizations call upon the Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, Communication Minister Fahmi Fadzil and the Malaysian government of Malaysia to forthwith withdraw the SLAPP (Strategic Lawsuit Against Public Participation) criminal complaint and case against Human Rights Defender (HRD) and social commentator (…) | – |
(2025-12-05). Karim Benzema's hat-trick takes Al Ittihad to King's Cup Semi Finals. ummid.com French Star Footballer Karim Benzema Saturday scored a hat-trick to take Al Ittihad to 2025-26 Saudi King's Cup Semi Finals.
(2025-12-05). Is Japan sliding back toward militarism? tehrantimes.com XIAMEN — Relations between China and Japan are undergoing their most serious shock in a decade. And yet, as recently as 2024—after the lifting of pandemic restrictions—it seemed the two countries were slowly moving toward improved relations. This trend was abruptly disrupted in recent weeks, when a series of diplomatic missteps gave way to open disputes.
(2025-12-05). Czechia Suspends Funding for Flamingo Missiles Amid Ukraine's Corruption Scandal. globalresearch.ca Approximately $623,000 raised through a crowdfunding initiative in Czechia has not been transferred to Fire Point, the company that manufactures Ukraine's Flamingo cruise missiles, according to the Czech portal iDNES. The rethink came after it emerged that the manufacturer was …
(2025-12-05). FIFA World Cup 2026 draw: Groups, teams, format, Trump, peace prize. aljazeera.com Mexico will open the World Cup against South Africa, while holders Argentina will face Algeria in their first game.
(2025-12-05). Ukrainian drone hits Grozny skyscraper, setting tower ablaze. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- A Ukrainian long-range drone struck the Grozny City business center, one of Chechnya's tallest landmarks, early Friday, triggering a major fire, blowing out windows across several floors, and forcing mass evacuations in the heart of the regional capital, according to Russian media. No fatalities were reported, though multiple people were treated for smoke inhalation as emergency crews cleared the surrounding area.Videos shared on Telegram and X captured flames shooting from the upper levels of the 145-meter tower, which houses key government institutions, including the Chechen Security Council, Audit Ch…
(2025-12-05). Madison, December 6, 2025: Starbucks Workers United STRIKE Picket! wibailoutpeople.org 
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(2025-12-05). UKMTO warns of fresh vessel incident off Yemen. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) on Friday reported an unspecified incident involving a merchant vessel about 15 nautical miles west of Yemen, near Houthi-controlled coastal waters in the Red Sea. Details on the nature of the incident, possible damage, or crew safety remain unclear, with an investigation underway. UKMTO urged ships in the area to exercise "extreme caution," maintain heightened vigilance, and report any suspicious activity.Private maritime security firms, including Ambrey, echoed the alert and recommended that vessels transit at maximum speed and avoid coastal approac…
(2025-12-05). Why Japan Just Humiliated China's Red-Line Threats. thinktank.pk the Taiwan Strait remains a flashpoint of global tension, with recent exchanges between Tokyo and Beijing amplifying fears of miscalculation. A recent commentary from a Chinese state-affiliated outlet lambasts Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi for "evasiveness" on Taiwan policy, demanding a "comprehensive explanation" to avert a "deeper crisis." Yet, this narrative overlooks Japan's consistent adherence …
(2025-12-05). 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?
(2025-12-05). Afghanistan Pivots Economically to Central Asia as it Seeks to End Dependence on Pakistan. juancole.com By ( But experts warn that geography, high costs, and political constraints will hinder efforts by Afghanistan's cash-strapped an…
(2025-12-05). SCOTUS Lets Texas Use GOP-Friendly Congressional Map as Legal Battle Continues. truthout.org Texas can use its new, GOP-friendly congressional map while a legal challenge plays out, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled, temporarily pausing a lower court ruling that had blocked the map from going into effect. With the Dec. 8 candidate filing deadline fast approaching, the high court's decision likely means Texas' new map will be used for the 2026 midterm elections. |
(2025-12-05). Cyclone Ditwah: Over 150 dead, hundreds missing in Sri Lanka. ummid.com Over 150 people have died while hundreds others are missing as the Cyclone Ditwah fury continues to ravage most part of Sri Lanka, with impact felt in Chennai and other parts of Tamil Nadu in India Sunday.
(2025-12-05). Maharashtra Local Body Election 2025: Counting of Votes Deferred. ummid.com Polling was held in as many as 244 civic bodies of Maharashtra Tuesday December 02, 2025, however the vote count scheduled to be held on Wednesday has been deferred.
(2025-12-05). India going through extremely sensitive, worrying phase: Jamiat Ulama. ummid.com The Jamiat Ulama i Hind Saturday November 29, 2025 at its National Governing Meeting expressed concerns over the current situation in India.
(2025-12-05). Saturday 12/6: The Fightback Against the Attack on Immigrants. indybay.org The Starry Plough Pub | 3101 Shattuck Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94705…
(2025-12-05). Class Rules: The Struggles of U.S. Workers. counterpunch.org 
Cost-of-living conditions are a measure of class relations. According to a Statista Consumer Insights survey conducted in June and July 2025, "49 percent of U.S. adults said that the high cost of living was one of the biggest challenges they currently face — making it by far the most common answer." The billionaire corporations and
(2025-12-05). Putin, Modi agree to expand and widen India-Russia trade, strengthen friendship. geo.tv 
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomes Russian President Vladimir Putin at the Premier office, Lok Kalyan Marg, New Delhi, India, on December 5, 2025. — X/ @narendramodiPutin pledges uninterrupted fuel supplies, nuclear cooperation.Russia, India adopt economic cooperation plan…
(2025-12-05). The Red Cup Rebellion Grows. indybay.org Hundreds of New Union Starbucks Baristas Join Longest ULP Strike in Company History Ahead of NYC Rally…
(2025-12-05). State Council approves Yangtze River Delta development plan for 2023-2035. ecns.cn Technology and industrial innovation in the Yangtze River Delta (YRD) region should be further strengthened, as it is projected to play a pioneering, demonstrating and radiating role in China's modernization, according to a new development plan approved by the State Council for the region.
(2025-12-05). David Rockefeller and deposed Shah of Iran made out like fat rats. indybay.org The Shah Of Iran And His Entourage.
(2025-12-05). Iran in the past week: Key developments at home and abroad. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 05 (MNA) — Here is a concise weekly digest of the most significant political, economic, cultural, and social developments in Iran, published every Friday by Mehr News Agency.
(2025-12-05). The arsonist masquerading as peacemaker. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — The Ukraine war has evolved into one of the most intricate and tangled issues on the global stage. On one side, the Ukrainian government is beset by severe internal crises—acute manpower shortages and sprawling corruption scandals—while on the other, Russia, despite sustaining various losses and setbacks, continues to hold the clear upper hand on the battlefield.
(2025-12-05). Rooted in Tradition: Pakistan's Madrassa Reform Stalemate. devdiscourse.com Sindh writer and educator Assadullah Channa has sharply criticized Pakistan's persistent failure to reform its madrassa system, branding it a 'chronic national weakness' fueled by clerical control and political timidity, as reported in the Pakistan Observer. Despite numerous initiatives, madrassas largely evade government oversight, serving as isolated hubs for religious and ideological learning.
(2025-12-05). Friday 12/5: Free Food Church in Zayante every Friday ~4-7+ pm Rain or Shine. indybay.org East Zayante Rd @ Sylvan Way near school bus stop #Zayante Felton CA 95018 Limited parking…
(2025-12-05). Chinese boy lost after US detention, helper's last call in fire: weekly roundup. scmp.com We have selected seven stories from this week's news across Hong Kong, mainland China, the wider Asia region and beyond that resonated with our readers and shed light on topical issues. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. | 1. Japan's Sanae Takaichi moves to ease weeks of tensions with China over the Taiwan Strait…
(2025-12-05). Coca-Cola Christmas Caravan ignites festive cheer as it rolls out across Uganda. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | It was happiness, laughter and excitement in the air as Coca-Cola Beverages Uganda officially unveiled its Coca-Cola Christmas Caravan at the Railway Grounds in Kampala on Dec.3. Against a backdrop of music, bright decorations and cheerful crowds, the launch marked the beginning of a nationwide festive journey designed to …
(2025-12-05). UN Hails DR Congo-Rwanda Peace Deal Amid Ongoing Hostilities In The East. eurasiareview.com By Vibhu Mishra | The United Nations on Friday welcomed a newly signed peace accord between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Rwanda as a "critical step" toward restoring trust, while warning that active fighting near border areas continue to exact a heavy toll on civilians. | The Washington Accords for Peace and Prosperity were officially signed the day before in Washington DC, facilitated by the United States. | 'Important milestone' : | In a statement, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres commended US President Donald Trump for his efforts and congratulated Presidents Félix Tshisekedi of DR…
(2025-12-05). Donbas Deadline: Putin Threatens All-Out Seizure as Europe Braces for War. thinktank.pk As winter grips Eastern Europe in December 2025, the specter of renewed confrontation looms larger than ever. Russian President Vladimir Putin, in a stark address this week, issued a blunt ultimatum on the Donbas region: Ukrainian forces must withdraw, or Moscow will seize it by force. With Russia already controlling 85% of the contested area …
(2025-12-05). DAILY MEMO: Over 20 Kidnapped by ICE and CBP, Including Another U.S. Citizen, Amid Escalating Southern California Raids. lataco.com More than 30 people were confirmed to have been detained in the last couple of days, including 3 U.S. citizens.
(2025-12-05). Manamela mourns passing of education pioneer Jennifer Glennie. sanews.gov.za Manamela mourns passing of education pioneer Jennifer Glennie | Minister of Higher Education and Training Buti Manamela has expressed deep sadness following the passing of Jennifer Glennie, the founding Executive Director of the South African Institute for Distance Education (SAIDE) and respected pioneer in the field of distance learning. | In a statement on Thursday, Manamela said Glennie's death represented a significant loss to South Africa's education fraternity. | Paying tribute to her lifelong work, the Minister described Glennie as "a visionary leader whose lifelong passion for education, particularly in d…
(2025-12-05). Trump Ukraine Plan AOA (Alive On Arrival). popularresistance.org Despite widespread rejection and ridicule in Western media of Donald Trump's peace proposal on Ukraine being "dead on arrival" in Moscow, there was Trump's envoy and his son-in-law discussing the "dead" document for five hours until midnight on Tuesday with Russian President Vladimir Putin at the Kremlin. | Yury Ushakov, Putin's chief aide on Ukraine, in the official readout, said the two sides discussed several options, including territorial issues, and agreed to continue contacts. | "We did not discuss specific formulations, specific American proposals, but discussed the very essence of what is embedded in thes…
(2025-12-05). Hong Kong's Sham Elections Expose Beijing's Tightening Grip. hrw.org Click to expand Image | A banner promoting the Legislative Council General Election in Hong Kong, December 3, 2025. | © 2025 Chan Long Hei/AP Photo | Hong Kong will hold elections for its Legislative Council on December 7, without a single pro-democracy candidate. The Chinese government's attempts to present the legislature, known as the LegCo, as legitimate hardly fool anyone. Many Hongkongers quietly boycotted the previous election in 2021, resulting in record-low turnout. Five years into its sweeping crackdown, Beijing has seized full control of the LegCo. It revised laws to ensure that only Chinese Co…
(2025-12-05). 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.
(2025-12-05). Don't fall prey to bogus institutions as Class Of 2025 prepares for post-school studies. sanews.gov.za Don't fall prey to bogus institutions as Class Of 2025 prepares for post-school studies | South Africa's quality councils have issued a nationwide warning to learners and parents to verify institutions and qualifications before registering for post-school education and training in 2026, as fraudulent and unaccredited providers continue to target the public. ⚪ The call was made on Friday during a joint media briefing of the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO), the Council on Higher Education (CHE), Umalusi, and the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). ⚪ At the briefing in Pretoria, the e…
(2025-12-05). Tehran derby ends in goalless stalemate: 2025/26 PGPL. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN – Tehran derby between Persepolis and Esteghlal football teams shared in a goalless draw on Matchweek 12 of the 2025/26 Iran's Persian Gulf Professional League (PGPL) on Friday.
(2025-12-05). Trump hails "historic triumph" as Rwanda and Congo sign U.S.-brokered peace deal. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- U.S. President Donald Trump celebrated what he called a "great day for Africa, great day for the WORLD" as Rwandan President Paul Kagame and Democratic Republic of Congo President Félix Tshisekedi signed a sweeping peace and economic accord at the White House on Thursday. Flanked by Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Trump cast the deal as a signature diplomatic achievement, asserting it will help end decades of bloodshed in eastern Congo while expanding U.S. access to the DRC's critical mineral reserves. "This ends 30 years of senseless war, jobs, prosperity, and peace for mill…
(2025-12-05). CAT 2025 Answer Key: Steps, Link to Download. ummid.com The Indian Institutes of Management (IIM) Kozhikode is set to release on its official website 'iimcat.ac.in' the official Answer Key of CAT 2025 (Common Admission Test 2025) after successfully conducting it Sunday.
(2025-12-05). Claim: Rejecting Emissions Targets Undermines the International Rules Based Order. wattsupwiththat.com Apparently New Zealand's climate defiance could bring down the Jenga Tower of international law.
(2025-12-05). Russia Poised for "Strategic Win" in the War Theater, Regardless of Peace Talks Outcome. globalresearch.ca Whenever the political West's endless wars aren't going as planned, it remembers there's also diplomacy. | Obviously, this is done to buy time and avoid the "unpleasantries" of having to admit defeat. This has never been more apparent than in NATO-occupied …
(2025-12-05). Lebanon's art of giving everything away for free. tehrantimes.com BEIRUT — For decades, Lebanon's leaders have embraced a peculiar diplomatic approach: yield concession after concession, gain nothing in return, and feign surprise as the nation's leverage steadily disappears.
(2025-12-05). US Supreme Court to consider Trump's bid to end birthright citizenship. aljazeera.com The Supreme Court is likely to hear oral arguments early next year, with a ruling in June.
(2025-12-05). Poll: Netanyahu coalition would gain only 51 of 120 seats in case of elections. haaretz.com Opposition parties would win 69 seats if an election were held on the day the poll was conducted, while Likud remains the largest party with 25 projected seats. Far-right Religious Zionism party would win four seats, after previously failing to clear the electoral threshold…
(2025-12-05). What are the implications of Trump's Somali 'garbage' comments? aljazeera.com Critics say remarks cross a line in public debate.
(2025-12-05). Syria Eyes Economic Rebound as Sanctions Ease and Refugees Return. moderndiplomacy.eu Syria is emerging from a 14-year civil war and attempting to re-enter the global financial system following the fall of Bashar al-Assad's regime last year. At the Reuters NEXT conference, central bank Governor AbdulKader Husrieh outlined a rare moment of economic optimism: sanctions are easing, refugees are returning, and new partnerships with global financial institutions …
(2025-12-05). 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.
(2025-12-05). Chinese private sector shows growing interest in entering Iran's market. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Iran's Industrial Development and Renovation Organization (IDRO) has said is prepared to expand joint investments with Chinese companies in renewable energy, electric vehicles and rail industries, noting that Chinese private sector has shown growing interest in entering Iranian market, the head of the organization said during a meeting with Iran's ambassador to China.
(2025-12-05). HKSAR govt urges residents to vote, eyes post-fire recovery. ecns.cn All of Hong Kong society is in extreme grief," Lee said, extending condolences to the bereaved families and survivors left homeless.He said the Constitution's core purpose is to protect people's well-being and that the government would turn the "painful lessons" into concrete measures to make the city safer.
(2025-12-05). Colombia: Armed Groups Strangle Southern Communities, HRW Says. eurasiareview.com Armed groups in Colombia's southern state of Putumayo, have tightened their control over citizens' daily lives and committed grave abuses against civilians, particularly in Indigenous communities, Human Rights Watch said. | Since 2023, the government has been in peace talks with several armed groups that control parts of Putumayo, which is on the Ecuador border. While some negotiating parties have reached agreements to destroy weapons and replace coca crops with food, armed groups continue to establish control over and abuse people living in the area. The armed groups have killed community leaders, recruited c…
(2025-12-05). Taiwan and Japan Express Concern as China Launches Largest Naval Deployment Yet. moderndiplomacy.eu Taiwan and Japan have raised alarms over China's unprecedented maritime activity across East Asian waters, following reports that Beijing deployed over 100 naval and coast guard vessels this week. Taiwan's presidential office and Japan's Defence Ministry both emphasized the scale of the operation, which stretched from the Yellow Sea through the East and South China …
(2025-12-05). DOJ Plans to End Sexual Violence Protections for Incarcerated LGBTQIA+ People. truthout.org The Department of Justice (DOJ) plans to dismantle protections for trans and intersex people in federal, state, and local prisons, jails, and youth detention facilities, according to a government memo obtained by Prism. The memo, dated Dec. 2, takes aim at existing standards of the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) that the department says do not comport with the Trump administration's… |
(2025-12-05). Home Affairs extends operating hours ahead of festive season. sanews.gov.za Home Affairs extends operating hours ahead of festive season | The Department of Home Affairs will be extending operating hours at its offices by an additional two hours daily for applications and collections of enabling documents. | From 8 to 19 December 2025 and from 5 to 16 January 2026, the offices will close at 18: 00, instead of 16: 00. | Services offered during the extended hours will be available at offices equipped to process Smart ID Cards and passports. | The department advised clients to book application or collection appointments before visiting offices, using the Branch Appointment Booking System (BA…
(2025-12-05). UPPSC PCS 2025: Number of Vacancies increased ahead of Prelim results. ummid.com The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) has increased the Provincial Civil Service (PCS) vacancies ahead of the UPPSC PCS 2025 Prelim result.
(2025-12-05). Tour guides visit South Khorasan attractions. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN— A number of tour guides of South Khorasan province have had a special tour known as FAM tour with the aim of getting to know and introduce the tourism potentials of the villages of Deyhuk district of Tabas city.
(2025-12-05). CBSE asks schools to strictly follow NEW Practical Exam SOPs. ummid.com The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has released on its official website a new Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for 2026 Practical Exams to be conducted for Classes 10 and 12.
(2025-12-05). WHYY Newscast for Friday 4:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2025-12-05). Massive flooding in Asia leaves over 1,500 dead, hundreds missing. wsws.org Capitalist governments around the world have taken no serious steps to address climate change and other forms of environmental degradation that contribute to the extreme weather events now unfolding on a regular basis.
(2005-12-25). For a cultural and academic boycott of the UAE: An open letter in solidarity with the Sudanese people. links.org.au 
We, the undersigned workers and members of academic and cultural institutions, condemn the United Arab Emirates' role in creating, funding, and prolonging the counter-revolutionary war in Sudan.
(2025-12-05). Iranian taekwondo athletes win two more golds at 2025 World U21. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Iran's Mobina Nematzadeh and Radin Zeinali won two gold medal at the 2025 World U21 Taekwondo Championships on Friday.
(2025-12-05). Inside Coca-Cola's Multi-Billion Dollar Theft Of Trade Secrets. popularresistance.org Since 2004, as part of the Campaign to Stop Killer Coke, I have attended Coca-Cola's annual meetings of shareholders to confront The Coca-Cola Company's chief executives and board members over the company's involvement in horrific human rights abuses and other criminal behavior. | These meetings often became confrontational and tense. I was violently attacked from behind while standing at the microphone raising issues of Coca-Cola's complicity in deadly human rights abuses perpetrated against union leaders in Colombia. The assailants turned out to be Wilmington, Delaware police dressed in plain clothes moonlighti…
(2025-12-05). If People are Going Hungry, Why Can't We Feed Them? counterpunch.org 
The recent government shutdown was a stark reminder that 42 million people across the United States rely on federal food benefits. That's 12 percent of the nation's population that lawmakers and President Donald Trump threw under the bus, cutting off SNAP benefits in an attempt to force a deal. The shutdown has ended, but SNAP
(2025-12-05). Iraq demands accountability after erroneous wording appears in anti-terror decree. tehrantimes.com Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani on Thursday directed authorities to open an immediate investigation into a significant editorial error that appeared in a counter-terrorism decision published last month in Iraq's official gazette.
(2025-12-05). Russia bans the oldest worldwide human rights movement. fidh.org The International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH), one of the world's oldest human rights movements comprising of 196 civil society organisations, has been declared "undesirable" by the Russian Federation. The undersigned FIDH member organisations strongly condemn this designation, which bans FIDH from undertaking any activities in Russia and criminalises any cooperation with the Federation by a Russian national or organisation.
Paris 3 December 2025. The designation was made by the (…) | – |
(2025-12-05). Hong Kong Fire: What We Know So Far. ummid.com At least 128 people have been killed in the deadliest fire in the recent history of Hong Kong that engulfed multiple high rise buildings Wednesday afternoon.
(2025-12-05). How Australian small businesses are strengthening cybersecurity in 2026. independentaustralia.net 
(2025-12-05). When the judge meets the algorithm: AI tools entering India's courts. globalvoices.org 
(2025-12-05). Top 10 Reasons to Pretend It's Unusual for the U.S. Government to Blow People Up. worldbeyondwar.org 
Maybe there are good, or not so good, reasons to behave as if Pete Hegseth is the first U.S. government employee to order murders. Maybe these reasons explain the strange silences surrounding us. Here are ten possibilities. #WorldBEYONDWar…
(2025-12-05). Sahand 2025 Joint Anti-Terrorism Drill. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 05 (MNA) —The Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) launched Sahand-2025 joint anti-terrorism exercise with members of Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) in Iran's East Azarbaijan province on Wednesday for a period of five days.
(2025-12-05). Science ministry finalizes AI action plan. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — The Ministry of Science, Research, and Technology has announced the finalization of an artificial intelligence (AI) action plan, which highlights the pivotal role of AI in the country's scientific advancement.
(2025-12-05). India's unwavering belief is that terrorism is a direct assault on values of humanity; global unity against it is our greatest strength:PM. devdiscourse.com India's unwavering belief is that terrorism is a direct assault on values of humanity; global unity against it is our greatest strength: PM.
(2025-12-05). New batch of supplies from mainland for Hong Kong fire relief efforts put in use. ecns.cn Hong Kong continues to receive disaster relief supplies coordinated by the central government, Chris Tang Ping-keung, secretary for security of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region government told China Media Group (CMG) on Thursday.
(2025-12-05). Camp Mystic announces plans to reopen with new flood precautions as FEMA chief steps down. wsws.org The lawsuits allege that camp management was long aware of the risk of flooding at the camp and failed to take action to save the lives of the 25 children who died during the July flood.
(2025-12-05). China — Europe's "Ally" Amid Stalemate? moderndiplomacy.eu The Rise of China Since the period of reform under Deng Xiaoping, China has steadily strengthened its global influence. When Xi Jinping came to power, he introduced the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) as part of the "Chinese Dream" doctrine. After 13 years, the BRI has expanded to more than 140 countries and territories, featuring …
(2025-12-05). DRC, Rwanda sign peace deal, open critical mineral resources to U.S. independent.co.ug 
WASHINGTON | Xinhua | U.S. President Donald Trump hosted his counterparts of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and Rwanda here on Thursday, witnessing them signing a peace deal aimed at ending a decades-long conflict in eastern DRC while opening their critical mineral resources to the United States. Presidents Felix Tshisekedi of the DRC …
(2025-12-05). Chancellor Merz in Israel: Germany Should Stand for Justice. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Friedrich Merz during his official visit as Federal Chancellor at the Red Town Hall, Berlin, Germany, December 3, 2025. | © 2025 Bernd Elmenthaler/Geisler-Fotopr/picture-alliance/dpa/AP Photo…
(2025-12-05). Talks with US 'useless' after June attack: lawmaker. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 05 (MNA) — A member of Iranian parliament has said talks with the United States is 'meaningless and useless', noting the talks took place before 12-day Israeli imposed were "a US deceptive operation."
(2025-12-05). March for Mumia press conference in Reading, Pennsylvania. workers.org 
Philadelphia An energetic rally and press conference outside the Berks Couny Courthouse in Reading, Pennsylvania, marked the mid-point in the epic 12-day March for Mumia. The march began in Philadelphia on Nov. 28 and is scheduled to end on Dec. 9 outside State Correctional Institution (SCI) Mahanoy prison in Frackville. . . . |
(2025-12-05). Kayoola E-Coach arrives in South Africa as Uganda and MTN deepen innovation talks. independent.co.ug Johannesburg, South Africa | THE INDEPENDENT | The Kayoola E-Coach, Uganda's flagship electric bus developed by Kiira Motors Corporation, has arrived in South Africa, marking a significant milestone for Uganda's growing innovation and e-mobility agenda on the continent. The arrival of the bus in Johannesburg on Friday, December 5, 2025, was followed by a strategic …
(2025-12-05). Russian MFA reveals nothing on Putin-Witkoff meet, rejecting Western spin. hindustantimes.com Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova said the Kremlin will not disclose details of President Vladimir Putin's nearly five‚Äëhour meeting with US special envoy Steve Witkoff, stressing the talks are "focused on results, not on external appearances." She dismissed Western coverage claiming Moscow rejected US proposals, calling the conversation "useful and constructive," and used the briefing to attack the EU's "moral authority," accusing Brussels of weaponising human rights and ignoring alleged abuses in Ukraine while selectively pressuring other states.
(2025-12-05). Glyphosate "Safety" Study Ghostwritten by Monsanto Retracted After 25 Years of Deception. globalresearch.ca * | In a long-overdue move, Regulatory Toxicology and Pharmacology has
(2025-12-05). Milwaukee: Protest December 12, 2025 to Demand ICE Off Campus at MSOE! wibailoutpeople.org 
10 E Knapp Street ICE protest Friday December 12, 2025 at 9 am. Join us to continue resisting ICE in Milwaukee every Friday morning! — MSOE YDSA | Photo:
(2025-12-05). Commentary: How do government cuts affect psychotherapy? workers.org 
I am a licensed, clinical psychologist, who has practiced in New York City for the past 50 years. I work remotely. I work primarily with patients who get their treatment paid for by insurance companies. I see people from a range of income levels. Except for a few who pay . . . |
(2025-12-05). IBM, Cisco join hands to build 'Networked Quantum Computers'. ummid.com Tech giants IBM and Cisco have announced to build jointly a large scale network of Quantum computers.
(2025-12-05). OU Criticized for Suspending Trans TA After Student Claims Christian Persecution. truthout.org University of Oklahoma (OU) students are demonstrating in solidarity with a transgender graduate student who was suspended from their role as teaching assistant for a psychology class over a student's dubious claims that she received a failing grade due to her Christian beliefs. The assignment in question was supposed to be a reaction to an academic article on gender. But the paper written by… |
(2025-12-05). When young Holocaust survivors mulled having sex with Germans: The Buchenwald Kibbutz journal, revealed. haaretz.com Soon after being liberated from a concentration camp, a group of young Holocaust survivors decided to start a kibbutz — on German soil. In a shared journal, excerpts of which have recently surfaced, they recorded their new lives, including gossip, tensions, humor and even sexual longing…
(2025-12-05). 'Surveillance, Beyond Unconstitutional': DoT Sanchar Saathi Directive Sparks Outrage. ummid.com The Narendra Modi government's directive to smartphone manufacturers to pre-install Sanchar Saathi app has sparked a huge outrage.
(2025-12-05). Russia: ICRC's response to the emergency situation in Kursk linked to the hostilities. icrc.org Activities of the ICRC's Regional Delegation in Moscow in connection with the situation in Kursk.
(2025-12-05). Three years of sanctions prove John McCain wrong about Russia. strategic-culture.su By Jose NINO | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | In March 2014, the late Senator John McCain of Arizona stood on the Senate floor and…
(2025-12-05). Rhino horn seized in multi-agency operation. sanews.gov.za Rhino horn seized in multi-agency operation | A coordinated effort between the Border Management Authority (BMA), the South African Revenue Service (SARS) and the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (DPCI), has led to the seizure of 17 rhino horn and lion and tiger bones. ⚪ This as the BMA, SARS, and the DPCI, working with other stakeholders, have confirmed a breakthrough in the fight against wildlife trafficking, following a coordinated transnational operation that resulted in the seizure of a significant consignment of rhino horns and lion/tiger parts destined for the South East Asian illegal market.
(2025-12-05). Govt blinks on compulsory pre-installation of Sanchar Saathi app. ummid.com The Narendra Modi government has revoked the DoT directive to smartphone makers mandating pre-installation of Sanchar Saathi app in all the communication devices manufactured by them.
(2025-12-05). World Cup 2026: Small nations Big Dreams. aljazeera.com Tiny populations. Brutal logistics. And political turmoil.
(2025-12-05). So Long as You've Got Your Health! counterpunch.org 
Roundabouts The Thanksgiving trip from Norwich, England to the island of Anglesey in North Wales, where our daughter Molly lives, is about six hours, a long drive for a small country. It's tedious too. The way west requires a combination of motorways, highways and small roads stitched together by dozens of roundabouts — "traffic circles"
(2025-12-05). Experts say US boat strikes are illegal killings. Can they be stopped? aljazeera.com At least 86 people have been killed in strikes on alleged drug trafficking boats that experts call illegal killings.
(2025-12-05). Trump's Draconian Border Policies Are Menacing the 2026 World Cup. truthout.org On Saturday, December 6, soccer fans around the world will find out where their favorite teams will be playing in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Players and staff from 48 countries and territories will play 104 games across North America — and for the first time in history, Canada is hosting some of the games. Together, Toronto and Vancouver will host 13 matches. In addition to the matches… |
(2025-12-05). Trump's Illegal Boat Strikes Recall Duterte's "Drug War" Mass Killings. truthout.org Public outrage is mounting over the Trump administration's September 2 "double tap" strike, in which the U.S. military bombed a small boat for a second time to kill the survivors of a first strike. This particular strike has garnered significant attention due to its clear violation of U.S. and international law because shipwrecked sailors should never be targeted. But it is crucial to note that… |
(2025-12-05). Terms of Reference : Researcher Global Report on the Situation of Women Human Rights Defenders (WHRDs). fidh.org Duration: February — November 2026 (10 months) Location: Remote Commitment: Approximately 80 days Reporting to: Executive Coordinator, Knowledge Co-Creation Working Group Additional information: Individuals, groups of researchers and research organisations are welcome to apply. Application deadline: January 10, 2026 About WHRD-IC :
| The Women Human Rights Defenders International Coalition (WHRD-IC) is a transnational, intersectional feminist coalition of women human rights defenders, (…) | – |
(2025-12-05). Activists, media, and politicians infected with dangerous overconfidence on climate change. onlineopinion.com.au Are climate activists victims of the Dunning—Kruger effect? Many scientists say uncertainty is vast, CO₂ impacts are limited, and costly climate alarmism is dangerously overconfident.
(2025-12-05). UAE-backed STC captures major Hadramout and Al-Mahra cities and oilfields. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- UAE-backed separatist Southern Transitional Council (STC) forces tightened their grip on Hadramout on Thursday, seizing key cities, military sites, and the PetroMasila oilfields in a sweeping offensive that has upended Yemen's southern balance of power. The campaign, dubbed Promising Future, has brought nearly one-third of Yemen's territory under STC influence, deepening fears that the anti-Houthi coalition is fracturing beyond repair.STC-aligned Hadrami Elite Forces took control of Seiyun on Wednesday after brief clashes with units from the First Military Region, capturing the presidential palace, the…
(2025-12-05). US Supreme Court allows Texas to use Trump-backed voting map. scmp.com The US Supreme Court on Thursday allowed Texas to use redrawn congressional districts for the 2026 midterm elections, boosting the hopes of President Donald Trump's Republicans to retain control of the House of Representatives. | The push by Texas – which carves out five more Republican-friendly districts and came at the behest of Trump – kicked off a series of similar efforts in states around the country.
(2025-12-05). Corruption, Donald Trump and the Swiss. counterpunch.org 
While it is difficult to prove that there was a quid-pro-quo between what the Swiss bosses offered Trump — was it only $100,000? — and the reduced tariffs, the problem of defining bribery or outright corruption is not simple. The six are being accused, under the Swiss Criminal Code Article 322, of giving a foreign public official gifts or benefits intended to influence an official act. This constitutes "bribery of foreign public officials" and may count as an "undue advantage."
(2025-12-05). WHYY hosts foster care resources fair as states face foster parent shortage. whyy.org This story is part of the From the Poconos to the Jersey Shore to the mouth of the Delaware Bay, what do you want to know about climate change? What would you like us to cover? | There's a shortage of foster parents across the U.S., leaving hundreds of thousands of kids without permanent homes. Many kids age out of the foster system, and don't have the necessary resources to find a home on their own. | Child placing agencies in New…
(2025-12-05). EasyJet to resume Israel flights in March – but only from three destinations. haaretz.com Low-cost aviation giant will resume flights to Israel from London, Amsterdam and Rome…
(2025-12-05). India asks smartphone makers to pre-install Sanchar Saathi. ummid.com The Telecom Ministry in India has asked all the smartphone manufacturers, including Apple, Samsung, Vivo, Xiaomi and others, to pre-install Sanchar Saathi app in all their phones.
(2025-12-05). Israeli cabinet passes 2026 budget, boosts defense spending through ministry cuts and deficit hike. haaretz.com Cabinet approval of the budget is only the first step toward enactment, after which Finance Ministry officials will draft it into a bill for an initial Knesset vote by mid-January, with failure to pass it by the March 31 deadline resulting in the Knesset's dissolution…
(2025-12-05). Sam Marcy, August 9, 1993: Somalia: the madness of the hit-and-run driver. wibailoutpeople.org 
(2025-12-05). NEP 2020 and Silent Erosion of Minority Rights. ummid.com The National Education Policy 2020 represents a quiet and comprehensive restructuring of Higher Education that never once acknowledges the existence of constitutional Minority Rights.
(2025-12-05). Sunday 12/7: Plants and Presents for Palestine. indybay.org In front of 385 Colusa Ave, Kensington CA…
(2025-12-05). Economic cooperation in focus as Brazilian ambassador meets Qazvin governor. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Brazil's Ambassador to Iran, André Veras Guimarà£es, met with Mohammad Nozari, the governor of Qazvin Province, on Wednesday.
(2025-12-05). Frank Gehry, the most celebrated architect of his time who helped redesign the Philadelphia Art Museum, dies at 96. whyy.org Frank Gehry, who designed some of most imaginative buildings ever constructed and achieved a level of worldwide acclaim seldom afforded any architect, has died. He was 96. | Gehry died Friday in his home in Santa Monica after a brief respiratory illness, said Meaghan Lloyd, chief of staff at Gehry Partners LLP. |
(2025-12-05). From Ja'mie to Jerusalem: Redefining racism in the Israel debate. independentaustralia.net 
(2025-12-05). EU hits Musk's X with $140m fine for 'deceptive' blue tick, ad transparency. aljazeera.com Landmark penalty triggers US fury as Brussels enforces first digital transparency sanction.
(2025-12-05). Roaming Charges: Kill, Kill Again, Kill Them All. counterpunch.org 
The double-tap strikes are appalling and illegal, but Hegseth is merely following the bloody path Barack Obama blazed. Obama's drone assassination team even had a name for wounded survivors they would target for a second kill strike: squirters. According to David Shedd, Obama's former acting director of the Defense Intelligence Agency. "We used double-taps all the time. You would get the initial signature off of a target that's been hit and if you saw that they 'squirted' and were injured … you hit them again." Shedd told Washington Post columnist Mark Thyssen: "There was often a second predator ready to go …
(2025-12-05). ONE STRUGGLE, MANY FRONTS / Statement by IFCO/Pastors for Peace. radiohc.cu We are living in an era of unprecedented concentration of wealth and power. The billionaire class is waging war on the people and the planet, at home and abroad. While the right and access to healthcare, education, food, and dignified housing becomes further stripped away in the U.S., our siblings around the world face U.S. military occupation and destruction in the chase to dominate resources.
(2025-12-05). The Unpardonable Pardoning of Former Honduran President Juan Orlando Hernández. counterpunch.org 
The multi-year investigation, prosecution, conviction, and incarceration of former Honduran President Juan Orlando Hernández involved massive costs incurred by the US government that have not been publicly disclosed. It is known that Juan Orlando Hernández was convicted in a US federal court for drug trafficking and related firearms offenses. He was sentenced to 45 years
(2025-12-05). US health panel ditches guidance to give hepatitis B vaccine to newborns. aljazeera.com The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices has faced swift backlash for its change to government guidance.
(2005-12-25). Your Party exists! Now the hard work begins… links.org.au 
Simon Hannah & Terry Conway — Your Party's founding conference was a battleground between unelected bureaucrats and the left, but in the end it has produced a new socialist and working-class party.
(2025-12-05). Sri Lanka: The JVP/NPP government moves to cut social welfare. wsws.org The attack on benefits for the poor is part of unprecedented attacks on living standards, as the government imposes the austerity measures demanded by the IMF.
(2025-12-05). India and Russia set for major trade discussions today. geo.tv 
Russian President Vladimir Putin and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrive for an informal dinner at the Prime Minister's Residence in New Delhi, India December 4, 2025. — Reuters
(2025-12-05). Court Sets Date to Begin Hearing of "No Cow No Vote" Protest Case. plusnews.ug 
The Soroti Chief Magistrate's Court has set a date for the hearing of the "No Cow No Vote" protest case on February 12, 2026. ‚ÄéThe case involves the Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) party president, Patrick Amuriat Oboi, including Jonathan Ebwalu, member of Parliament for Soroti City West, Joan Alobo, MP for Soroti City, and …
(2025-12-05). RRB CEN 05/2025 Application Window Closes on Nov 30, Apply Now. ummid.com RRB CEN-05/2025: The Ministry of Railways is receiving Online Registration and Application for a total of 2,569 vacancies for Junior Engineer (JE), Depot Material Superintendent (DMS) and Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA) posts as advertised by the of Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) vide Centralised Employment Notice (CEN) No. 05/2025.
(2025-12-05). WHYY Newscast for Friday 6:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2025-12-05). Why Is Every Newborn Forced to Get the Dangerous Hepatitis B Vaccine? globalresearch.ca The hepatitis B vaccine has been marred by controversy since its inception, particularly since it is now given to every newborn child despite less than one in a million children benefitting from this policy | Remarkably, much of that controversy (e.g., …
(2025-12-05). CARTOONS: climate argy-bargy, totally toxic. independentaustralia.net 
(2005-12-25). Napoli's title defence continues with visit of rivals Juventus. tribune.com.pk 
Napoli have a chance to strike a blow against Juventus as the two great Serie A rivals face off on Sunday in another episode of Europe's tightest league title race. | Reigning champions Napoli trail current table-toppers AC Milan on goal difference and will have the chance to take the sole lead of the division for at least a day, with their closest rivals at Torino on Monday. | And there is no one else Napoli would rather beat to take top spot than Juventus, who more than any other club symbolise the hegemony of northern Italy over the country's football. | Napoli are in the unusual position of being above Juv…
(2025-12-05). UN Security Council: Indiscriminate use of starvation as a method of warfare is prohibited. icrc.org Statement delivered by Elyse Mosquini, Permanent Observer and Head of the ICRC Delegation to the United Nations, at the UN Security Council high-level open debate on conflict-related food insecurity.
(2025-12-05). How Trump is Savaging the Poor: the New Victory Gardens. juancole.com ( When I was poorer, that card filled every month with money I could spend on food — fruits and vegetables, oil, spices, and c…
(2025-12-05). ICE Now Grabbing People Out Of Churches. popularresistance.org Chicago — ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement), in an ever-expanding unconstitutional crime spree, is ushering in the Christmas season by launching immigration raids inside churches across the country. Trump's holiday gift to the nation is the administration's new policy that it is legal to enter churches as people worship and round them up in the immigration raids happening from coast to coast. | Not waiting for the fightback on the part of immigrants and their supporters that has already begun, ICE agents began their terror campaign here in Chicago on a recent Sunday.
(2025-12-05). Saturday 12/6: Protest at Trader Drop Petaluma Poultry! indybay.org 1901 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Berkeley, CA…
(2025-12-05). IBT 2010 UC Rank & File Run in Elections & Challenge Officials, UC & UniLect Services. indybay.org Rank and file members of IBT 2010 UC ran a slate in the election and charged that there were election violations that prevented a fair election. They also challenged UC and said the union leadership has failed to represent the members on the job. The company UniLect that was running the elections was also accused of not allowing a transparent election process. This company is running elections for many Teamster locals in California.
(2025-12-05). This Week's Most Popular Articles. globalresearch.ca 
(2025-12-05). Inside the Hidden Wonders of the Shrinking Arctic. whyy.org Over the course of 20 years, writer Neil Shea explored the awe-inspiring landscape of the Arctic. He saw narwhals poking their tusks above the water, herds of caribou moving across the tundra, and majestic white wolves raising their young. He documents this fragile beauty in his new book, "
(2025-12-05). Honduras: Plot By The US-Backed Far Right Causes Political Crisis. popularresistance.org More than 6 million Hondurans went to the polls this past Sunday to elect the country's next president in a process marked by irregularities, foreign interference, and coup attempts by the far right. Pre-election polls showed a wide lead for the candidate of the ruling Libre party, Rixi Moncada. However, today Honduras marks three days without knowing its president-elect, amid technical failures and an extremely tight count that keeps conservative candidates Nasry Asfura and Salvador Nasralla in a technical tie, in what Moncada describe as an electoral plot.
(2025-12-05). First 'Kerman to Rayen' tourist train departs. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN ⚪ The first tourist train departed from Kerman station to Rayen on Thursday. An action that marks the beginning of a new chapter in the development of travel infrastructure, strengthening the sustainable tourism, and creating new experiences for tourists in the southeast of the country.
(2025-12-05). 'Bourgeosity,' Black Magic, Berdyaev and Bob. counterpunch.org 
(2025-12-05). US Teen Star Tuustar Confirms Age and Roots Amid Fan Speculation. indybay.org US teenage star Tuustar has officially announced his age and clarified details about his international background.
(2025-12-05). CN Launches Winter Fund Appeal. consortiumnews.com Consortium News today launches its end-of year, tax-deductible, Winter Fund Drive as it celebrates 30 years of unmatched independent journalism. Please donate today! Please Donate to CN's 30th Anniversary Winter Fund Drive
(2025-12-05). Australian economy "flat" amid global volatility. wsws.org The data shows a drop to zero in the per capita growth rate, under conditions of rising inflation, a continuing cost-of-living crisis and low levels of corporate investment, except for AI-related data centres.
(2025-12-05). Cuban Minister of Justice reaffirms zero tolerance policy on drugs. radiohc.cu Cuban Minister of Justice Oscar Silvera reaffirmed the island's zero-tolerance policy on drugs this Thursday. During a press conference, Silvera, who also serves as president of the National Drug Commission, explained that the nation faces greater challenges today in confronting this scourge, due to the international presence of more diverse and potent narcotics.
(2025-12-05). Lawsuit Launched to Require National Gray Wolf Recovery Plan. indybay.org WASHINGTON, December 2, 2025 — The Center for Biological Diversity filed a notice today of its intent to sue the U.S Fish and Wildlife Service for refusing to develop a national gray wolf recovery plan under the Endangered Species Act. The notice comes two years after the Center won a similar lawsuit.
(2025-12-05). Retired CDC vaccine expert blasts anti-science policy shift. wsws.org The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, once the premier disease-fighting institution in the US, and even the world, has been taken over by anti-vaccine quacks under the direction of Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
(2025-12-05). Sheikh Hasina's Future After Death Penalty. ummid.com In the wake of the International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) verdict for the death penalty for Sheikh Hasina, will her political career come to an end on the road?
(2025-12-05). DRC, Rwanda sign U.S.-brokered peace deal to end eastern conflict. independent.co.ug 
KINSHASA,DRC | Xinhua | The leaders of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and Rwanda have signed a U.S.-brokered peace deal in Washington, aimed at ending the decades-long conflict in eastern DRC. Endorsed on Thursday by DRC President Felix Tshisekedi and Rwandan President Paul Kagame, the accord was hailed by the White House as …
(2025-12-05). Sudan's Khartoum needs 'urgent' help due to severe food shortages: Report. aljazeera.com Report by NGOs also finds healthcare system largely not functioning in Khartoum, months after city recaptured by army.
(2025-12-05). AI Boom Ignites Innovation-and Alarms Over Jobs, Power Demand. moderndiplomacy.eu Artificial intelligence has become the world's fastest-moving technological shift since the internet era, drawing trillions in investment and driving corporate restructuring. At the Reuters NEXT conference in New York, business leaders and policymakers focused on AI's transformative power while acknowledging rising fears over job losses, over-reliance on data centers, and the pace of disruption. Why …
(2025-12-05). Eurovision hit by boycotts over Israel's inclusion. aljazeera.com Fans of Europe's annual song contest are fearing for its future after four countries announced they were boycotting.
(2025-12-05). 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.
(2025-12-05). Bihar 10th Date Sheet 2026 | Practical from Jan 19, Theory from Feb 17. ummid.com BSEB Bihar 10th 2026 Exam: The Bihar School Board of Education (BSEB) has released on its official website the detailed time table and date sheet of the 10th (Matric or Secondary) board exams 2026.
(2025-12-05). Pardon Netanyahu only if he leaves office: Israeli leaders. ummid.com Prominent Israeli leaders have asserted that Benjamin Netanyahu should be granted pardon only if he retires as Prime Minister and from public life.
(2025-12-05). Starbucks, union workers face off as old tensions over wages spill over. aljazeera.com Hundreds of baristas launched an an open ended strike across the United States, some joined by politicians.
(2025-12-05). Annual Report 2024 – 2025. aclusocal.org 
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(2025-12-05). Namibios y cubanos, uno solo. radiohc.cu 
´Los cubanos en Namibia somos parte de ese pueblo ª, afirmó el comentarista deportivo, conductor y director de programas de televisión Milton Díaz Canter, al resumir el trabajo realizado en Namibia para la confección de un documental que repasa los hitos de la histórica relación de la joven nación africana con Cuba. | Bajo el nombre de
(2025-12-05). øCuál ha sido la evolución de los arbovirus en el país? cubadebate.cu En el programa Mesa Redonda los especialistas insistieron en la importancia del diagnóstico clínico, la vigilancia y la atención diferenciada para las personas con mayor riesgo, como parte de los esfuerzos integrales para enfrentar los arbovirus en el país.
(2025-12-05). Vicepresidente de Cuba evaluó desarrollo del programa arrocero en Camagàºey. radiohc.cu El miembro del Buró Político del Partido Comunista de Cuba (PCC) y vicepresidente de la República, Salvador Valdés Mesa evaluó este jueves el desarrollo del programa arrocero en la provincia de Camagàºey, en el cual, consideró, se requiere una mayor vinculación, contratación y control del destino de las producciones. | Conoció que para la actual campaña, iniciada en el mes de noviembre, se prevé la siembra de 22 mil 522 hectáreas, de ellas más de 14 mil de arroz especializado y el resto de popular, a partir del balance de agua aprobado en la provincia. | Así lo informó Jimmy Camejo Martín, director de la Emp…
(2025-12-05). Dan a conocer al jurado del XLVI Festival de Cine de La Habana. cubadebate.cu Los integrantes del jurado de XLVI Festival Internacional del Nuevo Cine Latinoamericano, que acoge 114 cintas en concurso, se presentaron hoy en el Salón Vedado del Hotel Nacional de Cuba. La directora del Festival, Tania Delgado, agradeció la participación de esas relevantes figuras de la cinematografía latinoamericana y del mundo.
(2025-12-05). Golpe electoral 2025: La elección más manipulada de la historia en Honduras. cubadebate.cu Marlon Ochoa, consejero del Consejo Nacional Electoral (CNE) de Honduras, se dirigió al pueblo en una conferencia de prensa sobre la "trama" de un "golpe electoral" en el país. Afirmó que el sistema de Transmisión de Resultados Electorales Preliminares (TREP) es una "verdadera trampa". Advirtió que esta podría ser "la elección menos transparente" de la historia democrática.
(2025-12-05). Parlamento cubano llama a preservar la paz de América Latina y el Caribe. radiohc.cu La Comisión de Relaciones Internacionales de la Asamblea Nacional del Poder Popular de Cuba (Parlamento) llamó este jueves a los ciudadanos de América Latina y el Caribe, y de los Estados Unidos, a actuar de forma oportuna y decididamente en favor de preservar la región como Zona de Paz. | El reclamo toma en cuenta el actual despliegue militar estadounidense en el mar Caribe, donde ya son decenas las personas muertas por ataques perpetrados por las fuerzas norteamericanas contra embarcaciones en el área, hechos que califican como ejecuciones extrajudiciales que violan el Derecho Internacional. | A continuación, e…
(2025-12-05). Holguín derrota a Industriales y recupera el tercer escaño en la Serie Nacional de Béisbol. cubadebate.cu Los inspirados Cachorros de Holguín derrotaron la víspera a Industriales por 8-2 y se colocaron a un juego de la cima en la Serie Nacional del Béisbol cubano. Los Gallos de Sancti Spíritus derrotaron a los vigentes campeones de Las Tunas por 6-5 y les cortaron una racha ganadora, extendida a seis juegos. La tabla de posiciones sigue encabezada por Las Tunas (37-21).
(2025-12-05). Vicepresidente de Cuba evaluó desarrollo del programa arrocero en Camagàºey. radiohc.cu El miembro del Buró Político del Partido Comunista de Cuba (PCC) y vicepresidente de la República, Salvador Valdés Mesa evaluó este jueves el desarrollo del programa arrocero en la provincia de Camagàºey, en el cual, consideró, se requiere una mayor vinculación, contratación y control del destino de las producciones. | Conoció que para la actual campaña, iniciada en el mes de noviembre, se prevé la siembra de 22 mil 522 hectáreas, de ellas más de 14 mil de arroz especializado y el resto de popular, a partir del balance de agua aprobado en la provincia. | Así lo informó Jimmy Camejo Martín, director de la Emp…
(2025-12-05). UNICEF apoya territorios de la provincia Granma afectados por el huracán Melissa. radiohc.cu 
(2025-12-05). La Russia sostiene la strategia finanziaria cinese per l'internazionalizzazione dello yuan. strategic-culture.su Nei giorni scorsi, il Ministero delle Finanze russo ha ricevuto ordini per l'emissione di due tranche di obbligazioni sovrane denominate in yuan, negoziate sul mercato interno, unendosi a diversi Paesi, tra cui Ungheria e Indonesia. | Segue nostro La mossa sottolinea la crescente fiducia degli investitori globali nell'economia cinese e nella sua valuta e rafforza i legami tra Mosca e Pechino dopo la decisione del Cremlino di consentire a…
(2025-12-05). Witch Hunt: The Heretic and the Inquisition: Why the West Fears Francesca Albanese. counterpunch.org 
Francesca Albanese, the United Nations Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights in the Palestinian territories occupied since 1967, represents a systemic, existential threat to the narrative of "Western Civilization" and the myth of supremacy peddled daily by the establishment. Within the Italian media landscape, Maurizio Molinari (former director of La Repubblica and La