(2025-12-31). Rothschild's Gaza Land Grab. globalresearch.ca [This article was first posted by GR in February 2025.] | It was disappointing enough that President Trump's first meeting with a foreign leader was with Israeli war criminal Bibi Netanyahu. But it got worse. During their joint press conference …
(2025-12-31). Israel Bans Dozens of Aid Groups from Operating in Gaza, Including Doctors Without Borders. scheerpost.com " In one of the scariest moments in modern history, we're doing our best at ScheerPost to pierce the fog of lies that conceal it but we need some help to pay our writers and staff. Please consider a By Dave DeCamp / <...
(2025-12-31). Israel to bar aid NGOs from Gaza as cancer patients face death. newarab.com 
(2025-12-31). Somali President Warns Israeli Recognition of Somaliland Could Fuel Gaza Displacement Plan. english.almanar.com.lb Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud said the Israeli regime's decision to recognize Somaliland was "unexpected and strange" and could be connected to plans to forcibly displace Palestinians from Gaza. Speaking in an interview with Al Jazeera from Istanbul on Tuesday, Mohamud said the move by the Israeli regime carried broader implications for Palestinians and regional …
(2025-12-31). UN urges Israel against expelling charities from Gaza. newarab.com 
The UN has urged "The UN and its partners are urging the Israeli authorities to reconsider today's announcement on
(2025-12-31). Australian union leaders support anti-protest laws after Bondi shooting. wsws.org Victorian trade union leader Luke Hilakari said pro-Palestine protesters had "made all the points they need to make about Gaza" and "they just need to back off."
(2025-12-31). Virtual reality is helping Gaza's children briefly escape war. newarab.com 
(2025-12-31). 'Humanitarian situation in Gaza is catastrophic'. tehrantimes.com Foreign ministers from ten nations have voiced alarm over the sharp deterioration of humanitarian conditions in Gaza, warning that the situation has reached "catastrophic" levels.
(2025-12-31). Venezuela, Russia, and the return of nuclear signaling. tehrantimes.com GOA – At a time when global discourse is saturated with managed outrage and selective morality, certain crises are rendered invisible not because they lack consequence, but because they expose uncomfortable truths about power. Venezuela is one such crisis. Rarely discussed beyond caricatures of authoritarianism or economic failure, it has now re-entered the global stage in a far more unsettling form — as a strategic fault line in an intensifying confrontation between imperial persistence and geopolitical resistance.
(2025-12-31). Trump launches aerial strike on Venezuela amid Democratic Party silence. wsws.org CNN confirmed Tuesday that the CIA conducted a drone strike inside Venezuela on December 24, the first air strike on the country since the US military buildup began in August.
(2025-12-31). From Roosevelt to Trump: The Monroe Doctrine and US imperialism's predatory record in Venezuela. wsws.org Washington's aims encompass far more than Venezuela, amounting to a drive for the recolonization of Latin America and the subordination of the region to US profit interests and preparation for world war.
(2025-12-31). Cuba raps new US coercive measures against Venezuela and Iran. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 31 (MNA) — The Cuban government has condemned the United States' unilateral coercive measures against Venezuela and Iran, after Washington announced oppressive sanctions on the two nations on Tuesday.
(2025-12-31). US Alleges Unverified Land Strikes in Venezuela Amid Rising Civilian Deaths in SOUTHCOM Killing Operation (+Primazol). orinocotribune.com
(2025-12-31). Whistleblower: US Officials Sidestep Court Order. popularresistance.org A whistleblower alleges that a federal immigration agency has prematurely closed numerous Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests for records in order to fake that it is complying with a court order. | On December 19, 2025, the Government Accountability Project (GAP) submitted a whistleblower disclosure from a "disabled Marine Corps infantry combat veteran," who has served over a decade at the United Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) National Records Center (NRC). | The disclosure was submitted to U.S. senators that chair the Judiciary and Homeland Security and Government Affairs Committees. It refe…
(2025-12-31). Government encouraged by progress as SA ushers in the New Year. sanews.gov.za Government encouraged by progress as SA ushers in the New Year | As the nation welcomes the New Year, President Cyril Ramaphosa says government is encouraged by signs of progress that are laying the groundwork for even better outcomes in the year ahead. | "Yes, much more still needs to be done. We therefore enter the New Year with renewed hope, greater purpose and even greater confidence in the potential of our great country and its people," the President said on Wednesday in a message to the nation. | While acknowledging the persisting challenges facing the country, the President said government was continuing…
(2025-12-31). Xi, Putin exchange New Year greetings. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping on Wednesday exchanged New Year greetings with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
(2025-12-31). Chip Conflict: China and Netherlands Clash Over Nexperia Control. devdiscourse.com China has called on the Netherlands to rectify what it describes as 'mistakes' over chipmaker Nexperia, urging the removal of barriers to global chip stability.
(2025-12-31). Beijing-Tangshan intercity railway starts full-line operation. ecns.cn The Beijing-Tangshan intercity railway linking Tongzhou District of Beijing, Baodi District of Tianjin, and Tangshan of Hebei, all in north China, started full-line operation Tuesday.
(2025-12-31). Mashatile hails Brian Hlongwa as political educator and lifelong activist. sanews.gov.za Mashatile hails Brian Hlongwa as political educator and lifelong activist | Deputy President Paul Mashatile has described the late former Gauteng Health MEC Brian Hlongwa as a lifelong activist, political educator and intellectual contributor to the African National Congress (ANC) and the transformation of government. | Mashatile was delivering the eulogy at Hlongwa's funeral service at Walter Sisulu Hall in Randburg on Wednesday. Hlongwa passed away on Tuesday, 22 December after a short illness. ⚪ He served as Gauteng's Member of the Executive Council for Health from March 2006 to May 2009 and was also a member…
(2025-12-31). MNREGA to VB-G RAM G: The Inside Story. ummid.com The change from MNREGA to VB-G RAM G shows the BJP agenda to quite some extent, away from Gandhi's ideology, undermines federalism, the concept of Rights and doesn't care for the marginalized!
(2025-12-31). Hong Kong Stocks Soar Nearly 30% in 2025 Amid AI Optimism. devdiscourse.com In a remarkable turnaround, Hong Kong stocks soared by nearly 30% in 2025, marking their best performance since 2017. This upswing was mirrored in Shanghai, where the market enjoyed its most robust year in six years, gaining 18% as optimism about Chinese artificial intelligence developments overshadowed economic slowdown concerns.
(2025-12-31). Xi renews call to boost grain output after trade war sharpens China's food security push. scmp.com President Xi Jinping has issued a mandate to expand grain production as China moves to shield its food supply from global volatility, calling for renewed efforts to modernise agriculture and rural areas over the coming year. | Speaking at a two-day work conference in Beijing that ended on Tuesday, Xi urged a "no-relaxation" approach to grain output and called for higher overall production capacity and efficiency by integrating high-quality land, seeds, machinery and farming techniques.
(2025-12-31). China launches two new satellites for space target detection test. ecns.cn China sent two new satellites into orbit on Wednesday from the Wenchang Space Launch Site on the coast of the southern island province of Hainan. The Shijian-29A and Shijian-29B satellites were launched at 6: 40 a.m. (Beijing Time) aboard a Long March 7A carrier rocket.
(2025-12-31). Drought persists despite intensified precipitation. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Despite recent heavy rainfalls, water resources in the country are still under pressure, with a large part of the country grappling with drought.
(2025-12-31). Russia reacts to renewed US, Israeli threats against Iran. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 31 (MNA) — Russian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Maria Zakharova has reacted to the recent threats made by the US President and Israeli regime's prime minister against Iran.
(2025-12-31). The Life and Public Assassination of President John F. Kennedy. "A War Hero Who Was Appalled by War" globalresearch.ca First published on January 27, 2025 | In light of the news that President Trump has signed an executive order for a "plan" (as if one were needed) for the release of the JFK assassination files (as well as the MLK, …
(2025-12-31). IIM JAP 2026: Direct Link, Steps to Apply. ummid.com IIM (Indian Institute of Management) Raipur has started online registration for candidates who have passed CAT 2025 and now seeking admission in two-year full time MBA program through Joint Admission Process or JAP 2026.
(2025-12-31). Uganda Detains Prominent Rights Activist as Election Approaches. moderndiplomacy.eu Ugandan police have detained Sarah Bireete, a prominent human rights activist and outspoken government critic, as President Yoweri Museveni's administration intensifies its crackdown on dissent ahead of the January 15 general election. Police confirmed Bireete's detention in a post on social media platform X, saying she is in custody and will be brought before a …
(2025-12-31). End of 2025: How the 'kill line' shatters the American Dream. ecns.cn As 2025 draws to a close, a term originally from the gaming world, the "kill line", has recently entered online discussions as a lens to understand U.S. social and economic vulnerability, sparking widespread debate.
(2025-12-31). Fujian Coast Guard calls on Taiwan side to communicate in Mandarin. ecns.cn A law enforcement officer of the Fujian Coast Guard has urged an officer of a Taiwan naval vessel to use Mandarin while the latter used English to communicate during their encounter on the sea.
(2025-12-31). Will Netanyahu be able to visit the UN in Mamdani's New York. newarab.com 
During his election campaign, New York's incoming mayor, The Israeli Prime Minister has
(2025-12-31). Armenian community, genuine part of Iranian nation. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN ⚪ The Armenian community of Iran is not a minority, but a genuine and deep-rooted part of the Iranian nation, Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts Reza Salehi-Amiri said during his visit to the Saint Sarkis Cathedral in Tehran on Tuesday,…
(2025-12-31). Hajj 2026 4th Waiting List of 1,259 Pilgrims, Payment Details Released. ummid.com The Haj Committee of India has released the fourth waiting list for Hajj 2026, asking 1,259 pilgrims to confirm their seats by depositing the payment before January 08, 2026.
(2025-12-31). Harsh words, firm stance: How Iran reacted to Trump threats? en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 31 (MNA) — Iran's reaction to the latest US—Israeli threats was clear, strong, and coordinated. High-ranking Iranian officials emphasized that Iran's defensive and nuclear capabilities are sovereign rights and will never be compromised.
(2025-12-31). Merz Urges Europe to Assert Itself to Protect Peace and Prosperity. moderndiplomacy.eu In his New Year's address, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz warned that Europe faces mounting threats from Russian aggression, global protectionism and shifting relations with the United States. Since taking office in May, Merz has positioned Germany at the forefront of European efforts to support Ukraine and has overseen a significant increase in defence spending to …
(2025-12-31). Vince Zampella, Call of Duty and Battlefield creator, dies in Ferrari crash. ummid.com Vince Zampella, the co-creator of the globally successful video games Call of Duty and Battlefield , has died in a crash while he was driving his Ferrari sports car.
(2025-12-31). SEP Sri Lanka holds public meeting on death of two plantation workers. wsws.org Vijayakumar was killed after being struck by a tea-leaf grinding machine that lacked safety guards; Rajinikantha died when a decades-old boiler, which had not been properly maintained, exploded.
(2025-12-31). Tens of thousands of school jobs cut in 2025 as Trump escalates war on education. wsws.org As Democrats join with Republicans to divert $1 trillion to the military budget, schools are being starved of resources.
(2025-12-31). GATE 2026 Mock Test, Paper Schedule Released. ummid.com IIT Guwahati, the official authority to conduct Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering 2026, has released the GATE 2026 Paper Schedule and Mock Test on its official website gate2026.iitg.ac.in.
(2025-12-31). The anatomy of a broken Syria and the mirage of sovereignty. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — More than a year after the collapse of the al-Assad government in December 2024, the "New Syria" has proved to be a cruel mirage.
(2025-12-31). Iran futsal team to play two friendlies with Iraq. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — The Head of Iran's Futsal League Organization announced that the national futsal team will play two friendly matches against Iraq as part of their preparations for the 2026 AFC Futsal Asian Cup.
(2025-12-31). New Year's Resolutions 2026. caitlinjohnstone.com.au Reading by Tim Foley: Do some landscape paintings Start a podcast with Tim Enrage the Israeli government Finish writing that novel Grow some luffa and make my own kitchen sponge Fall more deeply in love with everything See beauty everywhere Open more eyes to the fact that the western news media are propaganda services for …
(2025-12-31). Bulgur-Pazan ritual, still alive in memory of southern Khorasan people. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN ⚪ In the heart of the southern Khorasan desert, a centuries-old ritual continues to thrive in the collective memory of local communities.
(2025-12-31). FBI frame-up of Indiana University postdoc Youhuang Xiang: Anti-China witch-hunt escalates. wsws.org The arrest and prosecution of Chinese researcher Youhuang Xiang, announced December 19 by FBI Director Kash Patel, is the latest episode in an FBI/Department of Justice campaign to criminalize scientific exchange with China.
(2025-12-31). Industry analysts predict "wave of bankruptcies" in 2026, as job losses mount in auto parts industry. wsws.org Falling sales and profits, as well as the impact of Trump's tariffs, are among the factors pushing restructuring and downsizing among auto parts suppliers in the US and globally.
(2025-12-31). Turkey detains 125 IS suspects in nationwide sweep. newarab.com 
"We captured 125 Daesh suspects in simultaneous operations carried out in 25 provinces this morning,"
(2025-12-31). Saudi Arabia discloses details of Yemen bombing. tehrantimes.com Saudi Arabia has released more details on the coalition bombing of the Yemeni port of Mukalla, which has triggered tensions with the United Arab Emirates, its Arab ally and neighbor, and prompted the latter to say it will withdraw its forces from Yemen.
(2025-12-31). Popular music in 2025: Signs of resistance emerge amid war, fascism and corporate conformity. wsws.org Overall, musicians made their strongest statements outside the recording studio, reflecting the growing mass opposition within the world population.
aljazeera.com (2025-12-31). LIVE: Israel's ban on aid groups to have 'horrific' outcomes in Gaza
Israel says it will suspend more than three dozen humanitarian organisations, including Doctors Without Borders (MSF), for failing to meet its new rules for aid groups working in the war-ravaged Gaza Strip
apnews.com (2025-12-30). Israel to halt operations of several humanitarian groups in Gaza starting in 2026Israel on Tuesday said it had suspended more than two dozen humanitarian organizations, including Doctors Without Borders and CARE, from operating in the Gaza Strip for failing to comply with new registration rules.
independent.co.uk (2025-12-30). Trump says military struck 'big facility' in Venezuela in possible biggest escalation of conflict so far "We just knocked out, I don't know if you read or you saw, they have a big plant or a big facility…where the ships come from," the Republican president said. "Two nights ago we knocked that out, so we hit them very hard."
He didn't provide further information about the apparent military action.
palestinechronicle.com (2025-12-30). Harsh Winter in Gaza Worsens Suffering after Two Years of Genocide – UNRWA Harsh winter weather in the Gaza Strip "is compounding more than two years of suffering" for the Palestinian population, the head of the UN agency for Palestinian refugees (UNRWA) has warned.
"More rain. More human misery, despair and death," UNRWA Commissioner-General Philippe Lazzarini said in a statement on X on Sunday.
truthout.org (2025-12-31). All Security Council Members Except US Condemn Israeli Recognition of SomalilandAt an emergency meeting of the United Nations Security Council on Monday regarding Israel's recognition of the breakaway region of Somaliland, 14 of 15 member states joined Somalia's permanent representative to the UN in condemning what the ambassador called an "act of aggression" ' and at least one denounced the Trump administration's defense of Israel's move.
2025-12-29: In the Eyes of Truth guest Rachel Blevans. US to Russia and back. Lets talk.
A fun, but also serious and urgent discussion of geopolitical issues currently facing Ukraine, USA, and Russia.
(2025-12-31). (W.E. Talk) Experts' review on 2025: China serves as a stabilizing force in a world of turmoil and chaos. ecns.cn The year 2025 was marked by turbulence and compounded challenges. As it draws to a close, China News Network's "W.E. Talk" program invited Chinese and U.S. experts to review the key moments and profound shifts that have shaped the international landscape over the past year.
(2025-12-31). Explained: How to change gmail.com email address. ummid.com In a much desired feature, Google has now decided to allow @gmail.com email address users to change with a new user name without losing data and also brand value.
(2025-12-31). 2025: The year of mass layoffs—prepare a global working-class counteroffensive in 2026. wsws.org The ruling class has used the year to carry out a deliberate restructuring of production, accelerating automation, artificial intelligence and global reorganization to slash labor costs and vastly enrich a tiny financial oligarchy.
(2025-12-31). Ralph Nader: How Some Courageous Super Rich Can Save Our Country from Trump's Expanding Dictatorship. scheerpost.com President Donald Trump at the Mar-a-Lago Club in Palm Beach, Florida. (Official White House Photo by Daniel Torok) | In one of the scariest moments in modern history, we're doing our best at ScheerPost to pierce the fog of lies that conceal it but we need some help to pay our writers and staff. Please consider a By There are reportedly about 900…
(2025-12-31). An Arctic Intifada: Is Greenland The New Kashmir? ummid.com If we allow Greenland to be treated as a 'security necessity,' we validate the same logic that has kept Kashmir and Palestine in a state of suspended animation for decades.
(2025-12-31). Shocking Seven-Year Ordeal: Brothers Charged in Prolonged Rape Case. devdiscourse.com Authorities in Maharashtra's Thane district have initiated legal proceedings against two brothers following allegations that they raped a woman over seven years, starting from her minor years, a police official reported on Wednesday.
(2025-12-31). Mpumalanga conducts law enforcement operations. sanews.gov.za Mpumalanga conducts law enforcement operations | The South African Police Service (SAPS), in collaboration with other law enforcers, continues to conduct operations aimed at preventing and combating crime in places of interest in Mpumalanga. | Their efforts yielded significant results across Nkangala, Ehlanzeni and Gert Sibande Districts during an operation conducted between 26 and 29‚ÄØDecember. | "The results show our relentless determination to deal decisively with crime and ensure safety for members of the public," Acting Provincial Commissioner of the SAPS in Mpumalanga, Major General (Dr)…
(2025-12-31). Ahmad Vahidi appointed deputy commander-in-chief of IRGC. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 31 (MNA) — General Ahmad Vahidi has been appointed Deputy Commander-in-Chief of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps by decree of the Leader of the Islamic Revolution.
(2025-12-31). CTET 2026 Registration Date Extended Till Dec 30. ummid.com The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has extended the last date of registration and candidate application for the Central Teaching Eligibility Test 2026 (CTET 2026) till December 30, 2025.
(2025-12-31). Mali & Burkina Faso Respond to US Travel Ban with Reciprocity. devdiscourse.com In a move reflecting international tit-for-tat diplomacy, Mali and Burkina Faso are implementing a travel ban on U.S. citizens. This announcement comes after the Trump administration declared a similar ban on these West African nations, citing security screening inadequacies. The bans are set to commence at the start of the year.
(2025-12-31). Remembrance of a Miracle at the United Nations: Father Miguel d'Escoto Brockmann, President of the SixtyThird UN General Assembly, 2008-2009. globalresearch.ca On Monday February 5 2024, we commemorate Padre Miguel d'Escoto, a powerful voice, whose Legacy will live forever. | I had the opportunity to meet Padre Miguel d'Escoto in 2016. We had extensive conversations at his home on the outskirts of …
(2025-12-31). L.A. TACO's Most-Read Lists and Guides of 2025. lataco.com This year, L.A. TACO compiled unique lists and guides for our readers to deepen their appreciation for L.A. and the people in it. We shared our top picks for local independent businesses, ways to get involved within your community, and strategies for resisting ICE in Los Angeles.
(2025-12-31). New Year's dining spurs Shanghai consumption. ecns.cn With the arrival of 2026 just around the corner, New Year's Eve activities, which started 10 days before the night itself, have become a trendy hook for promoting consumption in Shanghai, according to multiple sources.
(2025-12-31). Minister meets with family of late SANDF member. sanews.gov.za Minister meets with family of late SANDF member | The Minister of Defence and Military Veterans, Angie Motshekga, has met with the family of the late corporal T.J. Motsamai, who lost his life during a recent military operation. ⚪ The Minister was accompanied on her visit on Tuesday by the SANDF Surgeon General, Chief of the South African Military Health Services, Lt Gen (Dr) Peter Maphaha and Joint Operations Headquarters, General Officer Commanding, Maj Gen Godfrey Thulare, as well as other senior military personnel. ⚪ "The engagements were undertaken to convey condolences to the bereaved family and to provid…
(2025-12-31). Ukraine in 2025: Failure of the Peace Initiative, Russia's "Strategic Military Successes" , Ukrainian Losses at 1.5 Million Soldiers. globalresearch.ca When Moscow launched the special military operation (SMO) to end the NATO-orchestrated Ukrainian conflict, very few people thought it would last longer than a few months. | And indeed, Russia didn't want a protracted confrontation that would drag on for years, …
(2025-12-31). Israel, Nigeria and Manufacturing an African "Clash of Civilizations" muslimskeptic.com In recent years, Zionist-aligned media ecosystems have discovered a sudden and rather unexpected moral passion: the fate of Christians in Sub-Saharan Africa. Populations that were long treated as marginal, abstract, or altogether invisible in Western strategic discourse are now being thrust into the spotlight — but just so they can be instrumentalized against Muslims. Black …
(2025-12-31). TOP IA STORY OF 2025: for is not common patriotism — it's Nazi-led mobilisation. independentaustralia.net 
(2025-12-31). Visits point way to better future for all. ecns.cn On the cold afternoon of Jan 22, President Xi Jinping traveled for nearly an hour along mountain roads to reach a once flood-stricken village in Northeast China's Liaoning province, to offer support to residents who had been relocated to new homes.
(2025-12-31). IRCS wishes 'valuable human achievements for nations' in New Year. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — The head of the Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS), Pirhossein Kolivand, has wished valuable human achievements for nations and red crescent societies around the world in 2026.
(2025-12-31). Road closures for Cape Town's New Year event. sanews.gov.za Road closures for Cape Town's New Year event | The City of Cape Town has advised the public of several road closures in the Central Business District (CBD) on New Year's Eve. ⚪ The Cape Malay Road March will usher in the New Year with traditional Malay music, drums and marching as several choirs take to the streets of the Cape Town CBD on Wednesday, 31 December 2025. ⚪ The evening will begin with a procession from Rose Street in Bo-Kaap at 8: 30pm, before making its way down Wale Street and concluding in Adderley Street. ⚪ The event is expected to finish at approximately 4am on Thursday, 1 January 2026. | "Th…
(2025-12-31). DAILY MEMO: ICE Returns to Santa Maria for Fourth Day in a Row; At Least 40 Taken. lataco.com ICE agents were active in Santa Maria in the early morning, plus multiple sightings in Hemet, Thermal and Mecca.
(2025-12-31). PLA tests joint combat strength for second day. ecns.cn The People's Liberation Army continued its interservice exercise, named "Justice Mission 2025", near Taiwan Island for the second consecutive day on Tuesday, according to the PLA Eastern Theater Command.
(2025-12-31). NDRC approves key plans to execute national strategies, enhance safety capacity. ecns.cn The National Development and Reform Commission has recently approved an early batch of major projects related to national strategies and safety-related capacity building for 2026, along with the central government's budget investment plan totaling about 295 billion yuan ($41 billion) to further expand effective investment, the commission said on Wednesday.
(2025-12-31). Nigeria denies persecution of Christians after US missile attack. ummid.com Donald Trump said the US missiles on Christmas Day attacked 'terrorists' targeting Christians in Nigeria even as the Giant of Africa denied persecution of Christians in the country as claimed by the U.S. President…
(2025-12-31). Sree Narayana Guru's Philosophy: A Counter to Modern India's Challenges. devdiscourse.com The philosophy of saint and social reformer, Sree Narayana Guru, was spotlighted by Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah as a vital counterbalance to issues of religious majoritarianism and identity politics. According to Siddaramaiah, Guru's teachings confront these elements without justice or equality.
(2025-12-31). NEET UG 2026 [Updated] Syllabus Released. ummid.com The National Medical Commission (NMC) has released on its official website the updated syllabus of NEET UG 2026 which is conducted for admission in MBBS, BDS, BUMS and other Undergraduate (UG) Medical and Paramedical courses.
(2025-12-31). US Audits Somali American Citizenship Cases for Possible Denaturalization. moderndiplomacy.eu The Trump administration has begun auditing immigration cases involving U.S. citizens of Somali origin to identify potential fraud that could lead to denaturalization, or revocation of citizenship. The move was confirmed by the Department of Homeland Security and follows reports first published by Fox News. Denaturalization is legally possible if citizenship was obtained through fraud, …
(2025-12-31). Iran, Russia move to deepen energy cooperation. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 31 (MNA) — Iran and Russia have underscored the importance of implementing strategic memorandums of understanding during a joint energy working group meeting aimed at reviewing bilateral cooperation in the energy sector.
(2025-12-31). Iran's President Warns Response to Any US-Israeli Attack Would Be 'Severe'. news.antiwar.com Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian warned on Tuesday that Iran would have a "severe" response to any "aggression" against the country, comments that came a day after President Trump said he would support another Israeli attack on Iran. "The response of the Islamic Republic of Iran to any oppressive aggression will be harsh and regrettable," Pezeshkian …
(2025-12-31). Peace on paper, fire on the ground: Trump's seven-nation strikes in 2025. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Since returning to the White House in January 2025, Donald Trump has tried to cast himself as a peacemaker, insisting that his second term has brought an end to conflicts that long tied down the United States abroad. He has spoken of breaking with what he calls America's era of "endless wars," presenting his foreign policy as restraint, not intervention.
(2025-12-31). Iran, Russia hold joint energy working group meeting. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN- The Iran-Russia Energy Working Group meeting was held, co-chaired by Iran's Deputy Oil Minister for International and Commercial Affairs and Russia's Deputy Energy Minister, during which emphasis was placed on operationalizing strategic memoranda of understanding between the two countries.
(2025-12-31). Continents' rhythms out of sync in 2025. ecns.cn The year 2025 made it clear that the planet no longer moves in a single rhythm. Each continent lives its own historical tempo, creating a global mismatch, with the result being accelerated time in the Global South, regressive time in the Global North, suspended time in Europe, futuristic time in Asia and a state of maximum alert in the Pacific. Five clocks, five pulses and five simultaneous futures.
(2025-12-31). Israel is escalating seizure of Palestinian homes in West Bank. newarab.com 
Ali Kilani never imagined he would be evicted from his home in the middle of the night, leaving him and his family homeless within moments. | Citing security reasons, the
(2025-12-31). Tehran slams Netanyahu's decades of anti-Iran rhetoric. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 31 (MNA) — Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei has reacted to a CNN video compilation highlighting decades of repeated claims by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu regarding Iran's nuclear program.
(2025-12-31). Front pages of Iran's English dailies on December 31. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 31 (MNA) — Here are the front pages of Iran's English language dailies on Wednesday, December 31.
(2025-12-31). Call to remain vigilant as SA ushers in New Year. sanews.gov.za Call to remain vigilant as SA ushers in New Year | The South African Police Service (SAPS) is urging men and women to be extra vigilant when going out to various places of entertainment as the country ushers in the New Year. ⚪ The SAPS has picked up on a modus operandi that is being utilised by syndicates to rob mainly men of their belongings. ⚪ "This festive season, the SAPS has noted a number of cases reported in various parts of the country like Gauteng and the North West where men who left with women from drinking places would end up being robbed or in some instances killed," SAPS spokesperson Brigadier At…
(2025-12-31). Scientists: Public Engagement, Pressure Key To Reducing Nuclear Risks. popularresistance.org Faster, stealthier missiles, accelerated weapons development, and the threat of an unrestrained nuclear arms race, set against the backdrop of a withering arms control regime, point to a worsening global nuclear threat as 2025 comes to a close. On top of that, just before meeting with China's leader Xi Jinping in October, President Donald Trump abruptly, and very imprecisely announced in a social media post, "Because of other countries testing programs, I have instructed the Department of War to start testing our Nuclear Weapons on an equal basis."
(2025-12-31). How Emerging Technologies Are Redefining the Future of Warfare. moderndiplomacy.eu The impact of emerging technologies on the character of war and operational art must be understood with conceptual distinction. Carl Von Clausewitz has defined the nature of war as "an act of [violent] force to compel our enemy to do our [political] will." The nature of war remains the same: it's a political instrument rooted …
(2025-12-31). Somaliland Recognition by Israel. ummid.com Israel's recognition does not automatically secure Somaliland broader international acceptance, but it changes the conversation.
(2025-12-31). US audits Somali Americans for possible denaturalisation. newarab.com 
President "Under US law, if an individual procures citizenship on a fraudulent basis, that is grounds for denaturalisation," Homeland Security Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin said in a statement that was fir…
(2025-12-31). Construction of major UHV project gets underway. ecns.cn China has broken ground on an ultra-high voltage transmission project, a key green artery designed to transmit massive amounts of renewable energy from the western parts of Inner Mongolia autonomous region to the industrial heartland of Beijing, Tianjin and Hebei province.
(2025-12-31). Iran's export to Eurasia increases 10%. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN- The value of Iran's export to the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) member countries rose 10 percent during the first eight months of the current Iranian calendar year (March 21-November 21), as compared to the same period of time in the previous year, the Islamic Republic of Iran Customs Administration (IRICA) reported.
(2025-12-31). China Imposes Sanctions On Dozens Of US Weapons Manufactures. popularresistance.org On Friday, December 26, China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced sanctions against US weapons manufacturing firms and their high-level officials over Washington's decision to allow billions of dollars of arms sales to Taiwan. | The 20 weapons manufacturing firms sanctioned by China include companies like Northrop Grumman Corporation, L3Harris Maritime Services, and Boeing. At least 10 senior executives related to these firms, including Palmer Luckey, founder of Anduril Industries, have also been sanctioned. | The sanctions freeze all the movable and unmovable properties in China belonging to these firms and…
(2025-12-31). America's Loss Of Science And Loss Of Virtue. popularresistance.org The Trump administration has issued a death warrant for science. This kills one of America's greatest most productive avenues to GDP growth. Simple-minded people are determining the future course of the country. After all, science is foundational to America's economy. | This legacy for America is destined to be the antithesis of what's found in the writings of Marcus Aurelius' world-famous notebooks, filled with words of wisdom about leading an honorable life, Meditations, one of the world's great pieces of literature by one of the wisest minds of the ancient world Marcus Aurelius Antoninus (121-180 CE) the 16th…
(2025-12-31). U.S. actions fail to match its words on Taiwan question. ecns.cn David Firestein, inaugural president and CEO of the George H. W. Bush Foundation for U.S.-China Relations, said the U.S.' recent record arms package for China's Taiwan region is the clearest evidence that Washington's Taiwan policy contains the most pronounced gap between what U.S. leaders say and what they do.
(2025-12-31). Police Foil Attempted Land Encroachment on Sacred 'Karbala' Site. devdiscourse.com Authorities have taken swift action in Ranjitpur Chilbila, arresting four suspects accused of trying to encroach on a sacred 'karbala' site. The incident, which unfolded on Tuesday, saw individuals arriving with heavy machinery, sparking a strong reaction from the local community.
(2025-12-31). SPL 2025/26: Ronaldo-led Al-Nassr only FC to win 10 opening matches. ummid.com Saudi Football Club Al-Nassr, led by Portuguese star footballer Cristiano Ronaldo, created another record Saturday, becoming the only club in the history of Saudi Pro League (SPL) to win all opening 10 matches.
(2025-12-31). China Mandates 50% Domestic Equipment Rule for Chipmakers to Accelerate Self-Reliance. moderndiplomacy.eu China has begun requiring chipmakers to use at least 50% domestically manufactured equipment when adding new semiconductor production capacity, according to three people familiar with the policy. The rule is not publicly documented but is being enforced through the state approval process for new or expanded fabrication plants, with companies required to demonstrate compliance via …
(2025-12-31). Australia: Koolewong residents speak about recent bushfires. wsws.org Their experiences are part of a broader pattern of inadequate preparedness and neglect by state and federal governments to so-called "natural" disasters, which are made more frequent and catastrophic as a result of climate change.
(2025-12-31). How fans made Palestine impossible for sport to ignore in 2025. newarab.com 
Over the last few years it has been increasingly difficult to follow and spectate on sport for entertainment purposes only, and in 2025 this felt heightened. Despite the expected dominance from those expected to win, there remains enough intrigue to stick around and stick it out. What is more difficult to locate is how we harness this communal act of seeing into something we can actually hold on to. | Since the genocide began in October 2023, after 75 years of brutal and unrelenting occupation, the world around us is indelibly marked by what Palestinians have had to endure and what we are complicit in inflicting…
(2025-12-31). CAT 2025 Result Out: List of 10 Toppers. ummid.com The Indian Institutes of Management (IIM) Kozhikode has released the result of CAT 2025 (Common Admission Test 2025) along with the Toppers List on its website iimcat.ac.in.
(2025-12-31). Lebanon in 2025: A nation adrift in chaos and defiance. tehrantimes.com BEIRUT —2025 offered no respite for Lebanon. Fleeting moments of calm only exposed deeper rot gnawing at the state's foundations. Institutions crumble under chronic mismanagement, while political forces wallow in disarray.
(2025-12-31). Tunisia progress to AFCON knockouts after 1-1 draw with Tanzania. newarab.com 
Tanzania reached the Ismael Gharbi converted a penalty just before half-time for Tunisia and Feisal Salum levelled early in the second half in the Moroccan capital. | Tanzania have been trying since 1980 to advance beyond the group stage, and have still to win in 12 matches s…
(2025-12-31). Sylvia Ageloff and the assassination of Leon Trotsky. wsws.org In a four-part series published in February 2021, the WSWS refuted the 80-year-old unchallenged narrative that Sylvia Ageloff was an innocent dupe who was used by Mercader to gain access to Trotsky.
(2025-12-31). Three powerful explosions heard in Lebanon. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 31 (MNA) — Media sources report that three explosions were heard near a newly established Israeli military base in southern Lebanon.
(2025-12-31). Cameroonians shift toward clean cooking solutions with eco-charcoal. globalvoices.org 
Just two Sub-Saharan countries, South Africa with 90 percent and Gabon with 91 percent, had relatively high access to clean cookingGlobal VoicesBurning charcoal. Original public domain image from Eco-charcoal, a product made using methods and materials that minimize environmental harm, is gradually replacing
(2025-12-31). China in elite global manufacturing club. ecns.cn The growth in China's manufacturing sector in 2024 propelled it to the elite club of the world's leading manufacturing powers, surpassing Japan for the first time, according to a report released on Tuesday.
(2025-12-31). Youth redefine local heritage in 2025. ecns.cn Wu Hengqian, a mental health hotline operator at the 8th People's Hospital of Zhengzhou, Henan province, offers support to those in need.[Photo provided to China Daily]…
(2025-12-31). Germany's economic crisis deepens as mass layoffs sweep industry. wsws.org Germany is experiencing an accelerating economic crisis marked by mass layoffs across industry, as trade war, militarisation and pro-corporate policies deepen social insecurity for millions of workers and their families.
(2025-12-31). The Most Shameful Moment of 2025. ummid.com Read on as Team ummid.com takes a review of the soon-to-be-ending year, and chronicles the most shameful moment(s) and most ashamed moments of the Year 2025.
(2025-12-31). Through the Eyes of Little Crow. progressive.org An excerpt from We Survived the Night by Julian Brave NoiseCat.
(2025-12-31). China's diplomacy to blaze new trails. ecns.cn When outlining China's diplomatic agenda priorities for next year, Foreign Minister Wang Yi highlighted on Tuesday major events to be hosted at home, and emphasized aspects such as shaping a new model of positive engagement with the United States, safeguarding the interests of the Global South, promoting free trade and countering secessionist activities.
(2025-12-31). 85 years since Finland's alliance with Nazi Germany. wsws.org Eighty-five years ago, the ruling camarilla around Marshal Gustav Mannerheim invited Nazi Germany to garrison Finland and began preparations for the invasion of the Soviet Union.
(2025-12-31). Trump Canceled Temporary Legal Status For More Than 1.5M Immigrants. popularresistance.org Washington — Since Inauguration Day, more than 1.5 million immigrants have either lost or will lose their temporary legal status, including their work authorizations and deportation protections, due to President Donald Trump's aggressive revocation of legal immigration. | It's the most rapid loss in legal status for immigrants in recent United States history, experts in immigration policy told States Newsroom. The Trump administration curtailed legal immigration by terminating Temporary Protected Status for more than 1 million immigrants and ending Humanitarian Parole protections for half a million more ind…
(2025-12-31). China's 2025 New Frontiers in three minutes. ecns.cn In 2025, China witnessed significant progress in areas like culture, technology, and the economy: its short dramas gained increasing popularity overseas, humanoid robots achieved mass production, and Hainan launched island-wide special customs operations…
(2025-12-31). RRB CEN 09/2025: Application starts on Jan 21 for 22,000 vacancies. ummid.com The Indian Railways has issued Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) notification void CEN 09/2025 to fill around 22,000 Group D Level -1 vacancies and posts.
(2025-12-31). Resilient Chinese economy quells volatility. ecns.cn The world economy faced strong headwinds in 2025, primarily as a result of escalating trade tensions thanks to the US' "reciprocal tariffs", causing substantial uncertainties in supply chains and the global economy.
(2025-12-31). Joint operations along Mekong River elevate security, promote well-being. ecns.cn Joint patrols and law enforcement operations by China, Laos, Myanmar and Thailand along the Mekong River have significantly improved security, stabilized waterways and enhanced trade and daily life for communities along the river, officials and participants said.
(2025-12-31). LVM3-M6 launch marks significant stride in India's space sector: PM Modi. ummid.com The Indian Space Research Organisation's LVM3-M6 mission Wednesday December 24, 2025 successfully placed the BlueBird Block-2 satellite, the heaviest ever, into its intended orbit.
(2025-12-31). Hemmati appointed new governor of CBI. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN- Abdolnaser Hemmati was elected as the new governor of the Central Bank of Iran (CBI).
(2025-12-31). Iran's export to Africa up 77% in 8 months on year. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN- The value of Iran's export to African countries in the first eight months of the current Iranian calendar year (March 21-November 21) reached $849 million, reflecting a 77-percent increase compared to the same period last year, an official with Iran's Trade Promotion Organization (TPO) announced.
(2025-12-31). Iranian women weightlifters have bright future: Anoushiravani. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN – Sajjad Anoushiravani, president of the Iran Weightlifting Federation, given the strong talent and potential of Iranian women, they will soon win medals at the Asian and even world level.
(2025-12-31). Project helps push green drive in Guangxi. ecns.cn South China's Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region on Monday put its first pumped-storage hydropower station into full operation, in a move to support its push for clean energy and green growth.
(2025-12-31). Basic Income In Canada Is Closer Than You Think. popularresistance.org Although few people would explicitly declare that poor people are morally deficient, our welfare systems are nonetheless designed around suspicion rather than support. | Like many social assistance policies, opposition to guaranteed income is driven by a deep-seated fear of fraud — of "freeloaders" benefiting from the taxes of hard-working, morally upright citizens. Our collective delusion that we live in a meritocracy is operationalized into a punitive framework that rationalizes who deserves help and who does not. | As a result, we spend enormous administrative effort policing eligibility, while leaving m…
(2025-12-31). Terrorist cell dismantled in southeast Iran. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 31 (MNA) — A terrorist cell linked to hostile and terrorist groups and involved in plotting attacks against security forces has been identified and arrested in southeast Iran.
(2025-12-31). AS700 airship receives production certificate, readies for flight services. ecns.cn An AS700 airship hovers over the tarmac at an airport in Jingmen, Hubei province, on Tuesday.The AS700, the largest airship China has developed, received its production certificate on Tuesday from the Civil Aviation Administration of China, paving the way for its delivery.
(2025-12-31). AMU in shock after ABK School Teacher's brutal murder. ummid.com The Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) is in shock after the brutal murder of ABK Union School teacher Rao Danish Ali Wednesday December 24, 2025.
(2025-12-31). Steps Taken Towards a European Sky Shield. moderndiplomacy.eu Amid growing Russian drone and aerial incursions outside of Ukraine, European NATO members are discussing ways to mitigate the Kremlin's provocations while simultaneously strengthening the continent's air defense capabilities. With a divergence from a unified, cohesive strategy between Europe and the current U.S. administration, the European continent will need to take proactive measures toward a …
(2025-12-31). Anti-immigrant confrontation in New Zealand. wsws.org Far-right, anti-immigrant groups are being cultivated and accommodated by key sections of the political establishment in response to mounting social and political opposition.
(2025-12-31). Recognition, freedom, and the assault on transgender existence. onlineopinion.com.au Defunding gender-affirming care isn't just bad policy. It is the state denying recognition, and in doing so, undermining its own moral authority.
(2025-12-31). Switzerland's New Security Strategy Sparks Fierce Debate Over Swiss Neutrality's Future. "The Russians are Coming" globalresearch.ca For years, Switzerland, the Swiss Government that is, has been moving gradually towards NATO and the European Union (EU). As is now in the open, NATO and the EU are intent walking hand-in-hand towards the next war against Russia. There …
(2025-12-31). Passenger trips of 3 major Hainan airports exceed 50 million in 2025. ecns.cn The combined passenger throughput of the three major airports in the Hainan Free Trade Port — Haikou Meilan International Airport, Sanya Phoenix International Airport and Qionghai Boao International Airport — has exceeded 50 million passenger trips in 2025 for the first time, setting a new annual record, as of Tuesday.
(2025-12-31). Revolutionizing senior health with customized fitness. ecns.cn While recovering at home, he joined his family's domestic services business, where he became increasingly aware of the growing need for health and rehabilitation services for seniors.
(2025-12-31). Iran to defend itself decisively in face of any aggression. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 31 (MNA) — Iranian Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the UN slammed the US President Donald Trump's new threats, reaffirming that Tehran would defend itself decisively in the face of any renewed aggression.
(2025-12-31). BJP's Strategy Ahead of Tamil Nadu Assembly Polls. devdiscourse.com Union Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal has accused Tamil Nadu's DMK government of not fulfilling its commitments, resulting in significant anti-incumbency sentiment just before the assembly elections scheduled for early 2026.
(2025-12-31). Maulana Fazlur Rehman: An Indian Supporter In Pakistan. ummid.com Pakistani opposition leader and Chief of the Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (JUI-F), Maulana Fazlur Rehman delivered a pointed critique of Pakistan's military leadership, specifically targeting Army chief Asim Munir and the country's policy toward Afghanistan.
(2025-12-31). European Stock Markets Cap Off Strong Year Amid Economic Shifts. devdiscourse.com European shares remained nearly unchanged on the last trading day of 2025, maintaining proximity to record highs and poised to complete a year bolstered by lower interest rates and Germany's fiscal backing.
(2025-12-31). Afghans coming from Iran have 'better education, food security' than those returning from Pakistan. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN – The Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees has said those Afghan refugees returning from Iran often have more education, better food security, and housing than those returning from Pakistan.
(2025-12-31). EconoScope | 'Love yourself first': Young Chinese consumers fuel rise in emotion-driven spending. ecns.cn The phrase "Love Yourself First" has recently gone viral online in China. Hailed as one of the "warmest buzzwords of the year," it captures a lifestyle attitude embraced by today's young people: valuing self-care and personal enjoyment.
(2025-12-31). POC for Software Development: Validating Ideas Before Full-Scale Implementation. moguldom.com In the fast-paced world of technology, businesses are constantly looking for ways to innovate, streamline operations, and meet customer demands. However, developing a software solution from scratch is a significant investment of both time and resources. To mitigate risks and ensure that a software product is viable, many companies turn to POC software development services. …
(2025-12-31). Estate workers in Sri Lanka's central district protest, demand decent housing after cyclone. wsws.org The decades-long demand for decent, livable housing for Sri Lanka's plantation workers has reemerged with urgency after Cyclone Ditwah devastated estates across all 25 districts.
(2025-12-31). Over 12m tons of essential goods imported through Imam Khomeini port in 9 months. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN- The Director General of Imam Khomeini Port Customs stated that during the first nine months of the current Iranian calendar year (March 21-December 21), the import of essential goods and livestock inputs through this port reached 12.8 million tons, reflecting a 19-percent increase compared to the same period last year.
(2025-12-31). Iran warns against US threats, reaffirms full preparedness. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 31 (MNA) — Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has warned that the Islamic Republic of Iran will not hesitate to deliver a decisive and regret-inducing response to any act of aggression, citing recent threats made by Donald Trump.
(2025-12-31). Medical tourism, golden opportunity for Sistan-Baluchestan's development. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN ⚪ Establishing a coherent health tourism structure is the key to attracting medical tourists and strengthening the health economy in Sistan-Baluchestan province, given its extensive medical, educational, and research capacities.
(2025-12-31). Meet Mohammed Haris: The Owner of Al Hind Air, India's latest airline. ummid.com The Al Hind Air, owned and promoted by T. Mohammed Haris, has finally obtained the much needed No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the Union Ministry of Civil Aviation.
(2025-12-31). Insights | UN expert: China's AI factories showcase manufacturing strength. ecns.cn With 2026 marking the beginning of China's 15th Five-Year Plan, UN ITU Medical Metaverse Task Group chairman Robin Rowe told China News Network that China's AI strategy emphasizes efficient coordination across farms, factories, and urban terminals, embedding AI into the real economy.
(2025-12-31). Iran, a paradise for nature lovers. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN – A land of remarkable natural diversity, Iran boasts a great range of natural diversity. From high mountain peaks and peaceful forests to golden deserts and vibrant wetlands, the country has something unique to offer every nature lover.
(2025-12-31). Somali FM expresses gratitude to Iran for its stance. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 31 (MNA) — The Somali Ministry of Foreign Affairs has said it is grateful for Iran's positions in condemning the Zionist regime's move against the country's sovereignty and territorial integrity by recognizing Somaliland.
(2025-12-31). Norm Solomon on 'How Corporate Democrats Paved the Way for Autocracy'. scheerpost.com In one of the scariest moments in modern history, we're doing our best at ScheerPost to pierce the fog of lies that conceal it but we need some help to pay our writers and staff. Please consider a By A new report from the grassroots organization RootsAction aims to do what a promised "autopsy" from the Democratic National Committee ultimately did not: publicly reckon with the failures…
(2025-12-31). 4 ways Team Trump reminded us of Bush-Cheney in 2025. responsiblestatecraft.org Earlier this month, Republican Congressman Thomas Massie
(2025-12-31). Christmas 2025: Widespread violence, intimidation against Christians in India. ummid.com Reports of widespread violence and intimidation against Christians are being reported from different parts of India on the eve and day of Christmas Thursday December 25, 2025.
(2025-12-31). 'Heroic': Makkah Haram Security Guard hailed for saving pilgrim's life. ummid.com Grand Mosque Security Guard, Rayan bin Saeed bin Yahya Al-Ahmad, is receiving unprecedented praise for his heroic to save a pilgrim who jumped from the first floor of the Makkah Haram in an attempt to end his life.
(2025-12-31). Indonesia's Criminal Code Takes Effect with Oversight Warnings. moderndiplomacy.eu Indonesia's new criminal code, passed in 2022 and taking effect on January 2, replaces Dutch-era laws with a modern legal framework. The 345-page code criminalises acts such as premarital sex and insulting the president or state agencies, while introducing provisions against ideologies deemed contrary to Indonesia's state philosophy. Law Minister Supratman Andi Agtas said the …
(2025-12-31). 2025 in Ten Charts: How Trade, Tech and Energy Shook Global Markets. moderndiplomacy.eu Markets in 2025 repeatedly defied conventional wisdom, as investors were forced to navigate a volatile mix of aggressive trade policy shifts, rapid technological change, energy transitions and intensifying geopolitical risks. Long-held assumptions about globalisation, U.S. economic dominance and energy security were tested, and in many cases overturned. Ten charts help explain how markets reacted to …
(2025-12-31). 75 Years Ago: Nazi Germany Lies in Rubble and How the Wehrmacht's Ultimate Defeat Came About. globalresearch.ca [Author's note: The article below, first published by GR in May 2020, is pertaining to the continued struggle between the Nazis and Soviets in the 1940s. It is both important and necessary to stress that despite having no formal military …
(2025-12-31). Police search for suspects following shooting in Hazyview. sanews.gov.za Police search for suspects following shooting in Hazyview | Police have implemented a 72-hour activation plan and are searching for suspects following a shooting incident in which three people were shot along Nyongane main road in Hazyview. | The incident occurred on 30 December at approximately 17: 30. | "Upon responding to a complaint, police found two adult males with gunshot wounds, who were certified deceased at the scene. A woman sustained multiple gunshot wounds and was rushed to hospital in a critical condition. | "A two-year-old infant, who was also in the vehicle was unharmed," the South African Police…
(2025-12-31). The Crisis in Ukraine Is Not About Ukraine. It's About Germany/ By Mike Whitney. voicesfromsyria.com Original link Here: The Crisis in Ukraine Is Not About Ukraine. It's About Germany — Global ResearchGlobal Research — Centre for Research on Globalization By Mike Whitney Global Research, December 31, 2025 First posted on Global Research on February 13, 2022, prior to the Russian invasion almost four years ago geopolitical analyst Mike Whitney reflects with foresight what …
(2025-12-31). Israel violates Syrian sovereignty in Quneitra countryside. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 31 (MNA) — Israeli regime forces have carried out a new incursion into the southern countryside of Quneitra in southern Syria, according to Syrian media.
(2025-12-31). CUET 2026: NTA Releases Registration Guideline, Syllabus. ummid.com The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the guidelines for registration, syllabus and online application process for the candidates planning to appear in the Common University Entrance Test or CUET 2026 (UG).
(2025-12-31). People perform 'circle dance' to pray for a bountiful new year in Qingha. ecns.cn People dressed in their traditional attire perform the Anzhao dance in Huzhu Tuzu Autonomous County, Qinghai Province on December 30, 2025, to pray for a bountiful harvest and good fortune in the New Year.
(2025-12-31). Silent Celebration: Hong Kong Rings in New Year Without Fireworks. devdiscourse.com Hong Kong's New Year celebrations will forgo their traditional fireworks display following a devastating fire in November that claimed at least 161 lives. This year, the city will welcome 2026 with a music show featuring the soft rock duo Air Supply in the Central business district.
(2025-12-31). Prime Minister Starmer: "Selling Britain by the Pound" globalresearch.ca [First published on February 26, 2025] | In 1973, the rock band Genesis titled their album 'Selling England by the Pound'. They did so for various reasons. The phrase was taken from a Labour Party slogan of the time, reflecting …
(2025-12-31). KEAM 2026: List of Certificates released ahead of registration. ummid.com The Office of the Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE) has published on its official website 'cee.kerala.gov.in' the list of Certificates and Documents required for online registration of KEAM 2026.
(2025-12-31). History: Why Ethnic Cleansing is Consistent with the Ideology of Political Zionism. globalresearch.ca The idea of purging Palestine of its non-Jewish inhabitants lies at the core of the ideology which undergirds Israel.
(2025-12-31). The world's population explosion demands new energy and electricity channels. onlineopinion.com.au Utilizing but not replenishing the natural resources of Planet Earth has limitations.
(2025-12-31). Russia Says Putin Ordered Expansion of Ukraine Buffer Zone in 2026. moderndiplomacy.eu Russia's top general said on Wednesday that President Vladimir Putin has ordered an expansion of what Moscow calls a buffer zone in northeastern Ukraine in 2026. Chief of the General Staff Valery Gerasimov said Russian forces were advancing in Ukraine's Sumy and Kharkiv regions near the Russian border. Gerasimov said he inspected the "North" troop …
(2025-12-31). All aboard Saudi Arabia's Dream of the Desert rail service. newarab.com 
(2025-12-31). US Says It 'Killed or Captured 25 ISIS operatives' in Syria Since December 19 Strikes. news.antiwar.com US Central Command said in a press release on Tuesday that its forces and partners "killed or captured nearly 25 ISIS operatives" in Syria since the US launched major airstrikes in the country on December 19. The December 19 bombing was a response to the December 13 attack in Palmyra, central Syria, that killed two …
(2025-12-31). Film, television and trends and events in art and culture in 2025. wsws.org It was inevitable that new tensions should find expression in artists' work and erupt as well as within existing industries and institutions…
(2025-12-31). Fadavi appointed head of advisory group to IRGC chief. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 31 (MNA) — Ali Fadavi has been appointed as head of the advisory group to the Commander-in-Chief of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC).
(2025-12-31). China Urges Netherlands to Reverse Nexperia Decision, Warns of Chip Supply Risks. moderndiplomacy.eu China on Wednesday called on the Netherlands to "immediately correct its mistakes" and remove what it described as obstacles to the stability of the global semiconductor supply chain. The comments came after the Dutch government took control of Nexperia, a Netherlands-based chipmaker owned by China's Wingtech. The Netherlands intervened in September, saying the move was …
(2025-12-31). December 2025: Season of ICE Terror in NJ, ICE Breaking News No. 5. fightbackbetter.com 
(2025-12-31). Xi stresses advancing rural areas' vitalization. ecns.cn President Xi Jinping has called for advancing all-around rural vitalization and accelerating agricultural and rural modernization in 2026, the first year of the country's 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-30) period, highlighting food security, farmers' incomes and integrated urban-rural development.
(2025-12-31). Health ministry observes national social work day. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — The ministry of health commemorated the 40th national social work day on Wednesday, highlighting intersectoral collaboration to support children within the health system.
(2025-12-31). Dental Care in Andheri: Treatments, Technology and Safety Standard. ummid.com The main reason people prefer a dental clinic in Andheri is the ease of access to it because there is a good metro connectivity, railway stations, and it is well connected to major road links.
(2025-12-31). Mohamed Salah's goal takes Egypt to AFCON 2025 Quarter-Finals. ummid.com Mohamed Salah, the Liverpool star who is also leading Egypt national football team, Saturday scored a classic goal to beat South Africa and take the Pharaohs to 2025 Africa Cup Quarter-Finals.
(2025-12-31). Egypt footballer given one-year prison term for academic fraud. newarab.com 
Sobhi was arrested in July upon returning from Turkey, where Pyramids had completed a pre-season camp, following allegations of falsifying official d…
(2025-12-31). Iran starts restoring production of ballistic missiles. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 31 (MNA) — Israeli regime's prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu claimed that Iran is currently restoring its production of ballistic missiles.
(2025-12-31). First 'Grassland curling' attracts 350 competitors. ecns.cn Known as "grassland curling," Barigai follows similar rules to curling. Tanshaga involves flicking bone pieces placed on a wooden track with fingertips to hit the target for different point values.
(2025-12-31). Strategic shake-up in IRGC: Who is new IRGC deputy chief? en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 31 (MNA) — Brigadier General Ahmad Vahidi, a veteran commander with decades of operational and strategic experience, has been named deputy commander of Iran's IRGC in a surprise appointment by the Leader of the Islamic Revolution.
(2025-12-31). Call for public to remain in the safe zones at beaches. sanews.gov.za Call for public to remain in the safe zones at beaches | The City of Cape Town has appealed to the public to remain in the safe zones at beaches and other public amenities. | "Our beaches and swimming pools have attracted thousands of visitors so far this season, and we expect another bumper weekend as Cape Town rings in the new year," the Mayoral Committee Member for Community Services and Health, Francine Higham, said on Tuesday. | Since 1 December there have been 19 non-fatal drownings at Cape Town's beaches. Four fatal drownings have been recorded over this period. Two are the subject of police investigations…
(2025-12-31). Hunger Strike Supporters Hit Labour Headquarters. popularresistance.org According to the media distributor, the Aftershock, a group calling itself 'Justice for the Hunger Strikers' has targeted Labour's HQ in London. As we reported on 27 December, hunger striker Teuta Hoxha has lost the ability to stand, meanwhile Heba Muraisi, is losing the ability to speak. | The hunger strikers have endured 18 months in prison without trial. As a consequence of this and other instances of alleged mistreatment, they recently launched legal action against justice secretary David Lammy. Notably, these activists were imprisoned before the government proscribed Palestine Action as a terrorist organisat…
(2025-12-31). Israeli glider dropped a bomb on an excavator in the town of Ayta Al-Shaab: Al-Manar correspondent in south Lebanon. english.almanar.com.lb
(2025-12-31). Cabinet approves package for Vodafone Idea, freezes AGR dues at Rs 87,695 crore, which has to be paid from FY32-FY41: Sources. devdiscourse.com
(2025-12-31). 6 stories that defined Trump's approach to Africa in 2025. responsiblestatecraft.org
(2025-12-31). Israeli settlers destroy crops in West Bank's Jordan Valley. english.almanar.com.lb
(2025-12-31). Israeli occupation force infiltrated into Lebanese territory, blew house in the tow of Houla: Al-Manar correspondent in south Lebanon. english.almanar.com.lb
(2025-12-31). The Right to Development Is an Inalienable Human Right. scheerpost.com
(2025-12-31). Sanders Backs Push for Billionaire Tax in California as Newsom Raises Money to Fight It. scheerpost.com
(2025-12-31). 4 Palestinians injured as Israeli occupation forces attack Jaba in West Bank's Jenin: Palestinian Red Crescent. english.almanar.com.lb
(2025-12-31). Consortium News' Suit Against NewsGuard the USG. consortiumnews.com
(2025-12-31). Desiderata desde lo posible. cubadebate.cu Que con inteligencia y sentimientos nobles, los cubanos y cubanas seamos capaces de construir la Cuba que queremos, la que nos merecemos, la que "nuestros padres nos ganaron de pie" (Villena). Que esta Desiderata incite al pensamiento y al respeto, a la comprensión y la empatía, al compromiso activo, a la unión, a la acción. Que crezca sumándose a las Desideratas de todos y todas.
(2025-12-31). In Germania si rimuovono e si occultano le opere artistiche della DDR perché sono la memoria dell'amicizia con la Russia. strategic-culture.su Come la Germania sta cercando di cancellare ogni traccia della propria cultura legata alla Russia. | Segue nostro Il 22 dicembre 2025, centenario della nascita del grande pittore e muralista Walter Womacka, in Germania è ripresa la polemica non tanto rispetto alle sue opere, di inusitata bellezza, di toccante umanità , di strepitoso amore per i colori, sebbene vi sia tutt'oggi qualche ignorante che continua a bollarle come paccottiglia…
(2025-12-31). Trabajo y Seguridad Social informa sobre tratamiento laboral y salarial para días de fin e inicio de año. cubadebate.cu La Ley 116 de 20 de diciembre de 2013, Código de Trabajo, declara los días 31 de diciembre y 2 de enero como feriados y el 1 de enero como día de conmemoración nacional. Recesan las actividades laborales excepto las relacionadas con la zafra azucarera y otros trabajos, señala el Ministerio de Trabajo y Seguridad Social.
(2025-12-31). Tren impacta ambulancia en paso a nivel de Artemisa tras falla mecánica del vehículo. cubadebate.cu Un accidente entre un tren de pasajeros y una ambulancia se registró en la tarde de este martes en la provincia de Artemisa, tras una falla mecánica del vehículo sanitario en un paso a nivel. El hecho ocurrió aproximadamente a la 1: 00 p.m., en el kilómetro 64.0 de la Línea Oeste del ferrocarril.
(2025-12-31). La controversia in Groenlandia rivela all'Europa la dura realtà del sistema internazionale. strategic-culture.su La Groenlandia potrebbe rappresentare la fine del sogno liberale europeo. | Segue nostro La recente controversia sulle dichiarazioni di Donald Trump riguardo alla Groenlandia e sulle azioni del suo inviato speciale nel territorio artico rivela molto più di un semplice scontro diplomatico tra Washington e Copenaghen. Si tratta, infatti, di uno scontro diretto tra la dura realtà della politica internazionale e le illusioni coltivate per de…
(2025-12-31). Bolivia: General Strike Led By Miners' Union Continues. popularresistance.org An indefinite general strike called by the Bolivian Workers' Central (COB) has now entered its second week. The strike has been in response to Supreme Decree 5503, a law condemned by unions and peasant organizations for being part of an "IMF-imposed adjustment" that is deteriorating the standard of living of the working population. Miners have been at the forefront of these protests. | Since last Monday, December 22, thousands of miners have been marching on La Paz. Wearing helmets and carrying tools, they have set up roadblocks and blockades around Plaza Murillo, the central square of the national government.
(2025-12-30). Israel has now murdered over 700 journalists' family members. thecanary.co Israel has murdered more than 700 family members of journalists during its Gaza genocide, according to a new report. Israel: continuing its war crimes with impunity The Palestinian Journalists Syndicate (PJS) report analyses Israel's deliberate targeting of families in its terror campaign to silence Gaza journalists. Much of this targeting has used the occupation's notorious […] | By
(2025-12-30). October 7, 2023: Is Gaza-Israel Fighting "A False Flag" ? They Let It Happen? Their Objective Is "to Wipe Gaza Off the Map" ? globalresearch.ca "Anyone who wants to thwart the establishment of a Palestinian state has to support bolstering Hamas and transferring money to Hamas. This is part of our strategy". Benjamin Netanyahu…
(2025-12-30). Gaza, Iran top agenda as Trump meets Netanyahu in Florida. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 30 (MNA) — Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu met in Florida to discuss key regional files, with Gaza and Iran at the top of the agenda.
(2025-12-30). Trump threatens Hamas while praising Israel on Gaza ceasefire. aljazeera.com Trump says Israel has complied with the Gaza ceasefire as he urges Netanyahu to move to phase two.
(2025-12-30). MSF expects to be barred from Gaza after missing Israel deadline. newarab.com 
(2025-12-30). Thursday 1/1: Hikers for Palestine: Walking in Solidarity with Gaza's Orphans. indybay.org Inspiration Point (Tilden Regional Park), Wildcat Canyon Rd, Orinda, CA 94563…
(2025-12-30). WATCH: Pilger & Palestine. scheerpost.com In one of the scariest moments in modern history, we're doing our best at ScheerPost to pierce the fog of lies that conceal it but we need some help to pay our writers and staff. Please consider a John Pilger, who was among the most important journalistic voices in the West on the Palestinian question, died on Dec. 30, 2023 in the midst of Israel's genocide against Gaza, his profound warni…
(2025-12-30). The Most-Read ScheerPost Stories of 2025. scheerpost.com By Mr. Fish | In one of the scariest moments in modern history, we're doing our best at ScheerPost to pierce the fog of lies that conceal it but we need some help to pay our writers and staff. Please consider a By SP Staff | With this tumultuous year coming to an end, we want to look back at what stories resonated most with readers and reflect on our coverage of a vast variety of issues. From the ongoing genocide in Gaza, covered gracefully by our own Chris Hedges, to our republishing on…
(2025-12-30). Rights groups demand Israel release Dr. Abu Safiya and other health workers abducted from Gaza. radiohc.cu Palestinian health officials have suspended services at Gaza's Al-Awda Hospital due to a shortage of fuel. It came as human rights groups marked one year since Israeli forces seized Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya from the Kamal Adwan Hospital in Gaza, where he served as director. | Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya has been held by Israel, without trial, ever since his detention in December 2024. Advocates say Dr. Abu Safiya's health has deteriorated while he's faced cruel and inhumane treatment in prison. He among more than 430 health workers abducted by Israel from Gaza and the West Bank since October of 2023. | In other news, in n…
(2025-12-30). Hamas officially mourns its military spokesman 'Abu Obeida,' vows to continue path of resistance. workers.org 
The following statement was posted by Hamas Online English Mirror on Dec. 29. Martyred Hamas military leader, Huthaifa al-Kahlout aka Abu Obeida. (Credit: Palestine Chronicle) Gaza, Palestine — The Islamic Resistance Movement (Hamas) on Monday, Dec. 29, mourned one of its most prominent and iconic public figures, Huthaifa al-Kahlout (Abu . . . |
(2025-12-30). Pentagon Announces $8.6B Contract for Boeing to Make F-15s for Israel. truthout.org The Pentagon announced that it's awarded Boeing with a nearly $8.6 billion contract to provide Israel with F-15 fighter jets this week, as Israel lists several dozen humanitarian groups that it's banning from Gaza as part of its ongoing genocide, including Doctors Without Borders. The contract involves the design, manufacturing, and delivery of 25 new F-15IA jets, with the option for 25 more. |
(2025-12-30). Trump and Netanyahu pledge Middle East bloodbath will continue in 2026. wsws.org US President Donald Trump threatened to "knock the hell out of" Iran and warned there would be "hell to pay" in Gaza, while reiterating his calls for ethnic cleansing of the Palestinian population.
(2025-12-30). Displaced Palestinians lose shelters as heavy rain floods camp. aljazeera.com Heavy rain has flooded displacement camps in Gaza, submerging tents and the belongings of families in mud and water.
(2025-12-30). embrace of Netanyahu is a strategic tactic that offers little clarity on postwar Gaza. haaretz.com Public praise has long masked deep disagreements between Trump and Netanyahu, but the prime minister's aides now fear the U.S. president may push demands Netanyahu's fragile coalition cannot accept…
(2025-12-30). Trump warns Hamas, Iran after Netanyahu talks over Gaza, region. newarab.com 
(2025-12-30). Israel Defends Somaliland Recognition at UN Amid Gaza and Security Concerns. moderndiplomacy.eu Somaliland, a former British protectorate, has operated as a de facto independent state since 1991, following the collapse of Somalia into civil war. Despite maintaining relative stability and its own governing institutions, it has never been formally recognised by any UN member state. Somalia, however, continues to regard Somaliland as an integral part of its …
(2025-12-30). Bearing witness to the gruesome end of Western liberalism. electronicintifada.net Corporate journalism skewered in Omar El Akkad's award-winning book on Gaza genocide.
(2025-12-30). Trump reportedly raged that Epstein Files 'will hurt my friends'. thecanary.co 
In interview with the New York Times, the former Trump loyalist Marjorie Taylor Greene has alleged the following: After Marjorie Taylor Greene held a news conference at which she threatened to name abusers in the Epstein files, Trump called her. Greene was in her Capitol Hill office. Everyone could hear him yelling at her. According to […] | By
(2025-12-30). Venezuela ALBA News, 12.29.2025. wibailoutpeople.org 
(2025-12-30). (More statements) Oppose US imperialist aggression against Venezuela. links.org.au 
New statements from Indonesian left, the Progressive International, and others opposing US imperialist intervention in Venezuela.
(2025-12-30). Wednesday 1/14: Webinar: US aggression towards Venezuela and its repercussions for Latin America. indybay.org Online | secure.everyaction.com/BX66_bP-OEqF2ERN7……
(2025-12-30). Two Futures Modern Parents Are Deliberately Engineering for Their Daughters. muslimskeptic.com Non-Muslim western parents who fall into the modern, non-traditional camp, usually do one of two things to their daughters: 1. Either they sexualize their daughters, Or 2. They masculinize their daughters. Sexualizing daughters comes most often in the form of clothing and inappropriate "sports." It looks like a five-year-old girl wearing pants that say "juicy" …
(2025-12-30). Turkey, Somalia hold high-level talks after Israel recognizes Somaliland. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoƒüan and Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud held high-level talks in Turkey on Tuesday, amid mounting regional tensions following Israel's formal recognition of Somaliland as an independent state.The summit, described by Ankara as focused on security, cooperation, and regional stability, was widely seen as a coordinated response to Israel's move, which Erdoƒüan has condemned as "illegal and unacceptable."Israel became the first UN member state to recognize Somaliland on December 26, a self-declared republic that broke away from Somalia in 1991 b…
(2025-12-30). The search for Pakistan's next singing sensation is back. tribune.com.pk 
After an eleven year gap Pakistan Idol has returned to television, positioning itself as a platform for undiscovered talent from across the country and a test of whether a reality show in Pakistan can deliver on merit. The second season brings together contestants from cities such as Sukkur, Multan and Karachi, many of whom are stepping onto a national stage for the first time. For them, the show represents a rare opportunity to be judged alongside peers rather than by connections. | The original Pakistan Idol aired in 2013 as part of the global Idol franchise, with Zamad Baig emerging as the winner. The show…
(2025-12-30). Demonstrators flood Kings Cross to support 58-day Palestine hunger striker Heba. thecanary.co 
A large crowd of protesters flooded Kings Cross Station in London on 28 December, in support of anti-genocide hunger striker Heba Muraisi. Kings Cross sees another protest Muraisi is on hunger strike against Keir Starmer's political imprisonment of her and 23 other activists to protect Israel. She has not eaten for 58 days and has […] | By
(2025-12-30). Holiday Offer: Become Member, Get 4 Bob Parry Books! consortiumnews.com Happy Holidays from Consortium News. Become a member of the first U.S. independent news site on the Web, founded by legendary investigative journalist Bob Parry 30 years ago in 1995. To show your support for Consortium News and help it…
(2025-12-30). Julieta Caldas: Luxury without Grandeur. newleftreview.org The experience of the Frieze Art Fair in London, as sibling events sprout in New York, LA, Seoul, Abu Dhabi, under the ownership of an entertainment mogul. Commercial logics on display in a glaring, idea-less space, where artists function as generators of speculative capital.
(2025-12-30). "Israel Crushed Mohammad Bakri" : Gideon Levy & Rami Khouri on Death of Iconic Palestinian Filmmaker. democracynow.org 
Journalists Gideon Levy and Rami Khouri discuss the work of acclaimed Palestinian actor and filmmaker Mohammad Bakri, who died at the age of 72 on Christmas Eve. He appeared in more than 40 films and directed documentaries highlighting the experiences of Palestinians living under occupation. "On a personal level, I can't tell you how much I loved him," says Levy. On one hand, Levy describes him as a "brave Palestinian patriot." On the other hand, he was a victim of "Israeli machinery, which totally crushed his life and his career." Bakri was best known for his 2002 docume…
(2025-12-30). Ukraine attacks Putin's residence to undermine peace process. infobrics.org Media predictions of peace have been thwarted by the terrorist nature of the Ukrainian regime.
(2025-12-30). Bethell looks to cement place as England number three. tribune.com.pk 
Jacob Bethell was not supposed to be England's headline act in the fourth test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground but he looked like a player who belonged when the tourists made their nervous chase for victory against Australia. | Replacing the dropped Ollie Pope at number three, 22-year-old Bethell had appeared on a hiding to nothing in Melbourne on a difficult pitch in front of a record crowd of 94,000. | His debut Ashes innings on Boxing Day, the biggest occasion in Australia's cricket calendar, was no fairytale, producing one run from five balls and a caught-behind dismissal off Australia's fifth-choice seame…
(2025-12-30). The US Doesn't Need a Party, It Needs a Revolution. counterpunch.org 
Two hundred and fifty years ago, European colonists mostly from Britain were conspiring to chase the elements of the British monarchy from the shores of what we now call the United States. Many of those in the conspiracy were mostly interested in personal financial gain, whether it was measured in stolen land, enslaved humans or
(2025-12-30). Freed political prisoner of Egypt responds to UK calls for deportation. thecanary.co British-Egyptian political activist Alaa Abd el-Fattah is the latest target of deportation demands from the British far-right after the resurfacing of decade-old tweets — calling his character into question. The tweets in question cover a wide range of topics including race politics, Zionism, the London riots, and colonialism. Fattah has responded today saying "I unequivocally […] | By
(2025-12-30). Ryan Ruby: Wikipedia and the Novel. newleftreview.org Derogatory references to wiki-novels abound in contemporary literary criticism, as authors parade their characters' pseudo-erudition. But might these be signs of an iPhone era 'regime of perception'? Dazzling reconsideration of the relation between the novel and the encyclopaedia, from Sterne and Melville to Rachel Kushner and Sally Rooney.
(2025-12-30). Beijing Demands Thorough Investigation from Panama After Demolition of Chinese Monument (+Taiwan). orinocotribune.com The monument "was a testament to the sacrifice of thousands of Chinese workers who gave their lives in the construction of the trans-isthmian railway and the Panama Canal," said the spokesperson of China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs. | Following the demolition of the Monument to the 150th Anniversary of the Arrival of the Chinese in Panama, carried out on the night of Saturday, December 27, the government of the People's Republic of China, through its Ministry of Foreign Affairs, requested that Panama conduct a thorough investigation and repair the wrongful acts committed by local authorities. | At a press confe…
(2025-12-30). Columnist likens billionaires to Jews persecuted by Nazis. thecanary.co 
Matthew Yglesias is a centrist political operator with a history of having the worst opinion on every topic. He may have outdone himself this time, comparing criticism of billionaires to the suffering of Holocaust victims. First, they came for the billionaires… It's time to take a bold stand in defense of America's oft-maligned billionaire class.t.co/QhStxRtf1y […] | By
(2025-12-30). Cédric Durand: Michel Aglietta. newleftreview.org A tribute to the founder of the Parisian Regulation School of heterodox economics, with its striking combination of elite statistical training, rich conceptualizations and long-range economic history. Michel Aglietta's singular trajectory traced from radicalization in Algeria and 1960s Marxism to studies of China and green modelling.
(2025-12-30). Artificial Intelligence, Global Inequality, and the Colonial Machinery of Capital. dissidentvoice.org Artificial intelligence is often presented as a universal breakthrough — a tool that will democratize knowledge, expand opportunity, and usher in a new era of human progress. But AI does not emerge in a vacuum. It is built inside a global order shaped by conquest, extraction, and the long shadow of empire. The world into …
(2025-12-30). What is happening right now in is not "clashes," not "tensions," and not "isolated incidents." It is a Syriana Analysis Kevork Almassian. voicesfromsyria.com 
Hands OFF Syria What is happening right now in #Latakia is not "clashes," not "tensions," and not "isolated incidents." It is a #pogrom. #Alawite homes, businesses, and cars are being systematically attacked. #Julani thugs proudly film themselves waving machetes, shouting death threats, and openly declaring their intent to kill Alawites. Children are being stopped in …
(2025-12-30). Netanyahu Pushes Renewed Attacks on Iran in Meeting With Trump. truthout.org We speak to journalists Gideon Levy and Rami Khouri about President Trump's meeting Monday with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu at Mar-a-Lago, where Trump supported Israel's threats to launch new attacks on Iran and warned Hamas to disarm during the second stage of the U.S.-brokered ceasefire agreement. Khouri, a Palestinian American journalist, called the meeting a "continuation of the American… |
(2025-12-30). Prospect and implications of other effective area-based conservation measures in indigenous Chepang landscape in Nepal. globalvoices.org 
(2025-12-30). Restoration and protection of historical sites planned on Qeshm Island. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN ⚪ Following field and expert visits after the monsoon rains with the aim of diagnosing the damages of the historical sites and monuments on Qeshm Island, Hormozgan province, a series of serious hazards and damages were identified and restoration measures were planned.
(2025-12-30). Interest yield on eurobond issue Belarus 2027 paid out. eng.belta.by Interest yield on the eurobond issue Belarus 2027 was paid out to the equivalent of $12.2 million on 29 December. The full amount of money was transferred to a dedicated bank account in OAO ASB Belarusbank.
(2025-12-30). L.A. TACO's Most-Read Culture Stories of 2025. lataco.com These were L.A. TACO's most-read culture stories of the year.
(2025-12-30). Sound Grammar: the Best Albums of 2025. counterpunch.org 
Can't Lose My (Soul) Annie & the Caldwells (Luaka Bop) Luminescent Creatures Ichiko Aoba (Psychic Hotline) After the Last Sky Anour Brahem (ECM) Apple Cores James Brandon Lewis Trio (Anti-) Exile Chronixx (Forever Living) New Threats from the Soul Ryan Davis and the Roadhouse Band (Tough Love) Praise the Loud Anthony Gomes (Rat Pack) Hard
(2025-12-30). Tractor, Malavan draw in 2025/26 PGPL. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 30 (MNA) — Tractor and Malavan shared the spoils in a goalless draw in Matchweek 15 of the 2025/26 Iran Persian Gulf Professional League (PGPL) on Tuesday.
(2025-12-30). Are Ukraine and U.S. truly "very close" to a final peace deal to end conflict? independent.co.ug 
WASHINGTON, the United States | Xinhua | After meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky at his Mar-a-Lago resort in Florida on Sunday, U.S. President Donald Trump said that the two sides are "getting a lot closer, maybe very close" to a peace deal to end the Ukraine crisis. However, there is little sign that any …
(2025-12-30). South Pars refineries produce over 174m barrels of condensate in 9 months. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Gas processing plants at South Pars produced more than 174 million barrels of gas condensate in the first nine months of the current Iranian calendar year (March 21-December 21), reinforcing feedstock supplies for downstream facilities and supporting energy security, the head of the South Pars Gas Complex (SPGC) said.
(2025-12-30). Death of a Director: Bahram Beyzai, Pioneer of Iran's New Age Cinema. juancole.com Only the misfortune of exile can provide the in-depth understanding and the overview into the realities of the world. — Stefan Zweig | Newark, Delaware (Special to Informed Comment; Feature) — In the last few decades, Iranian cinema has gained a prominent status in the world of cinema, winning many prizes including the Oscars, the Cannes film festival, the Venice film festival and other European awards. | When one looks at the history of cinema in Iran, a few names are on top of the list: Dariyoush Mehrjoui, Abbas Kiarostami and Bahram Beyzai. Dariyoush Mehrjoui and his wife were murdered at their home…
(2025-12-30). Presidents of Iran and Russia discuss advancing bilateral relations. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — The presidents of Iran and Russia held a phone conversation on Tuesday to discuss the current state of bilateral relations and the progress of their joint agreements.
(2025-12-30). Millions Across Michigan May Be Exposed to PFAS in Private Water Wells. truthout.org Seeking peace and quiet amid hectic careers, Sandy Wynn-Stelt and her husband Joel moved to Kent County, Michigan, in 1992. They picked out a home surrounded by woods and across from a Christmas tree farm, which Wynn-Stelt said was "about as Michigan as you can get." She was working in the mental health field. He was a social worker investigating child abuse. Their peace in the idylls of… |
(2025-12-30). All Security Council Members Except US Condemn Israeli Recognition of Somaliland. truthout.org At an emergency meeting of the United Nations Security Council on Monday regarding Israel's recognition of the breakaway region of Somaliland, 14 of 15 member states joined Somalia's permanent representative to the UN in condemning what the ambassador called an "act of aggression" — and at least one denounced the Trump administration's defense of Israel's move. The emergency summit was called… |
(2025-12-30). Nietzsche and the Lost Paradise of Moorish Spain. fairobserver.com Europe's identity was not found — it was constructed. From the Renaissance onward, scholars and theologians traced Europe's lineage to Greece and Rome, deliberately bypassing the Middle East, where both Christianity and modern science once shared roots. This selective inheritance created what Palestinian-American academic and literary critic Edward Said later called a "civilizational fiction": the…
(2025-12-30). The new German totalitarianism. strategic-culture.su The German liberal order resorts to totalitarianism to preserve the hegemony of its elites. | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | Menti…
(2025-12-30). Thailand delays release ‚of Cambodian troops over alleged truce breaches. aljazeera.com While the ceasefire has held since Saturday, Thailand says Cambodia violated deal with drone flights over the border.
(2025-12-30). Over 20M Americans Set to Lose Healthcare Coverage Jan. 1 After Congress Goes on Recess. democracynow.org 
Tens of millions of Americans are set to see their health insurance costs soar when subsidies under the Affordable Care Act expire at the end of this year. Health insurance premiums are expected to more than double or even triple for some 20 million people, pricing many out of healthcare coverage entirely. "We've done nothing as a country to control healthcare costs," says Elisabeth Benjamin, vice president of health initiatives at the Community Service Society of New York and member of New York Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani's transition team. She discusses how premiums will work, how to seek…
(2025-12-30). Delaware settles lawsuit that alleged 'systemic failures' with how state provides special education services for prisoners. whyy.org 
What are journalists missing from the state of Delaware? What would you most like WHYY News to cover? For the last half-century, a series of federal laws have guaranteed free public education to everybody with a learning disability up to age 22, including young adults in correctional facilities. | But for years in Delaware, according to
(2025-12-30). Brian Cole: Justice Department Memo Reveals Why Pipe Bombs Were Placed Outside DNC And RNC. newsone.com 
Source: Tom Williams / Getty | The man accused of placing pipe bombs outside the Republican National Committee (RNC) and the Democratic National Committee (DNC) the night before the Capitol Riot has told investigators that he did it because someone needed to "speak up" for the people who believed the 2020 election was stolen. |
(2025-12-30). Detention of Jordanian journalist Mohammad Faraj and erosion of free expression. tehrantimes.com BEIRUT—As 2025 draws to a close, the continued detention of Jordanian journalist and political writer Mohammad Faraj remains unresolved and deeply troubling.
(2025-12-30). Manufacturing chaos: How Western and Israeli actors seek to hijack Iran's peaceful protests. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Protests are a natural and fundamental part of any society whose citizens care about their future and believe they can influence it. They are not a sign of systemic failure, but an indicator of civic health and the practice of free speech, assembly, and association. For Western states, their media, and their politicians, all of this holds true—except when the protests occur in Iran.
(2025-12-30). Five key takeaways from Trump-Netanyahu meeting in Florida. aljazeera.com US president and Israeli prime minister exchange flattery as Trump threatens Iran and stresses that Hamas must disarm.
(2025-12-30). Iran unveils three major nuclear achievements: AEOI spox. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 30 (MNA) — The Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) says it has registered three new nuclear achievements, including the launch of the country's first fully indigenous industrial accelerator.
(2025-12-30). Malaysia's Ex-PM Muhyiddin Steps Down as Opposition Leader, Opening Door for Islamist PAS. moderndiplomacy.eu Malaysia's political landscape has remained volatile since the 2018 election ended decades of single-coalition rule. Former prime minister Muhyiddin Yassin emerged as a key figure after a 2020 political crisis elevated him to the premiership at the head of the Perikatan Nasional (PN) coalition. PN later became the main opposition force after Anwar Ibrahim formed …
(2025-12-30). Bangladesh's first female prime minister, Khaleda Zia, dies at 80. geo.tv 
Bangladesh Nationalist Party Chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia waves to activists as she arrives for a rally in Dhaka in this file picture taken January 20, 2014. — ReutersBNP says Khaleda Zia died after a prolonged illness. Zia stayed in London for medical treatment in early…
(2025-12-30). Khaleda Zia to be laid to rest beside husband Ziaur Rahman; EAM Jaishankar to attend state funeral in Dhaka. ptcnews.tv PTC Web Desk: Bangladesh will accord full state honours to former Prime Minister and Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia, who passed away on Tuesday after a prolonged illness at the age of 80. India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar is among the prominent foreign dignitaries expected to attend her funeral in Dhaka on Wednesday.According to the interim government, Khaleda Zia's janaza will be offered after Zohr prayers at the South Plaza of the National Parliament and along Manik Mia Avenue. She will later be laid to rest at Zia Udyan in Sher-e-Bangla Nagar, beside her late hus…
(2025-12-30). Armed clash between ISIS terrorists and security forces; MHP issues a new assessment on Syria; Drug and football betting investigations expand. uwidata.com Last week, at the top of Türkiye's agenda was large-scale operations against ISIS and an armed clash that broke out during an operation in the district of Yalova. Another important item in the agenda was statements by Feti Yƒ±ldƒ±z, Deputy Chair of the Nationalist Movement Party (MHP), regarding developments in Syria. The expanding investigations into …
(2025-12-30). Turkey Detains Hundreds of IS Suspects After Deadly Police Clash. moderndiplomacy.eu Turkish authorities detained 357 suspects in a nationwide operation against the Islamic State (IS) on Tuesday, the Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya said. The arrests came a day after a deadly eight-hour gunfight in the town of Yalova, on the Sea of Marmara coast south of Istanbul, which left three police officers and six militants dead. …
(2025-12-30). Declassified just exposed that David Cameron DID ignore international law. thecanary.co Declassified UK has exposed that David Cameron, then the Foreign Secretary, ignored legally relevant and significant advice offered by his expert council in the Foreign Office. This advice was following a request received for a meeting with Cameron from Chief Prosecutor of the ICC, Karim Khan. Despite being encouraged to accept the official meeting, Cameron […] | By
(2025-12-30). John Pilger: Afflictor of the Powerful. consortiumnews.com UPDATED: John Pilger died two years ago today on Dec. 30, 2023. Better than just about anyone else, he used his prodigious talents to simply do his job as a reporter, writes Joe Lauria. By Joe Lauria Special to Consortium…
(2025-12-30). Huangyan coral reefs healthy, says report. ecns.cn The coral reef ecosystem of China's Huangyan Island is healthy, and the recent establishment of a national nature reserve is expected to enhance its diversity, stability and sustainability through strict protection and ecological restoration efforts, according to a report unveiled on Monday.
(2025-12-30). Three police officers killed during an operation against ISIS in Turkey. wsws.org The organization and attacks of ISIS in Turkey reveal the consequences of the Turkish government's reactionary policies regarding jihadist forces.
(2025-12-30). India's ONGC Set to Retain 20% Stake in Russia's Sakhalin-1 Project. infobrics.org India's Oil and Natural Gas Corp (ONGC) will pay into Russia's Sakhalin-1 oil and gas field abandonment fund in roubles, using Indian companies' frozen dividends to retain its 20% stake in the project…
(2025-12-30). Anti-ICE Resistance Sprang Up Across Red States In 2025. progressivehub.net SONALI KOLHATKAR | TRUTHOUT…
(2025-12-30). Dar discusses 'regional situation' with Saudi FM amid rising Gulf tensions. tribune.com.pk 
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Senator Ishaq Dar held a telephone conversation with Saudi Foreign Minister, Prince Faisal bin Farhan to discuss the current regional situation, the Foreign Office said on Tuesday. | The contact took place amid heightened regional tensions following Saudi Arabia's strikes on Yemen. During the call, the two leaders exchanged views on the evolving situation in the region and shared assessments of recent developments. | Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50, called Saudi Foreign Minister H.H. Prince Faisal bin Farhan @Faisal…
(2025-12-30). Bafana Bafana qualifies for AFCON knockout stages. sanews.gov.za Bafana Bafana qualifies for AFCON knockout stages | Government has congratulated Bafana Bafana on qualifying for the knockout stages at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). ⚪ "Congratulations to Bafana Bafana on qualifying for the AFCON knockout stages after a hard-fought victory," government said in a post on social media platform, X. ⚪ This as the South African senior men's team are through to the last 16 stage of the Africa Cup of Nations after beating Zimbabwe 3-2 in a pulsating five-goal thriller played at the Marrakech Stadium in Morocco. ⚪ In a statement, the South African Football Association (SAFA) sa…
(2025-12-30). Before We Step Into 2026, Here Are Some Of The Dumbest Moments Of 2025. newsone.com 
Source: | As 2025 draws to a close, one thing needs to be acknowledged: | This has been one stupid year. | If there was ever a single year in modern history that should be dubbed The Year of the Yokel, The Days of Dumbassery, The Age of the Asinine, or 365 Shades of Duhhh — It's this year. | So, here at NewsOne, we have compiled a list of the dumbest moments of 2025. Before we get started, though, a few disclaimers: | First, we're not going to get to everything. We will probably barely scratch the surface in identifying all of the absurdity that has happened from January to now. There are dummies we for…
(2025-12-30). Why is the Democratic party hiding its 2024 autopsy report? progressivehub.net NORMAN SOLOMON | THE GUARDIAN…
(2025-12-30). Video of protester defying police in Iran goes viral. newarab.com 
A video of a protester sitting in the street and facing down police on motorbikes during Protesters including shopkeepers and university students have been rallying against economic hardship in Iran since Sunday. | The viral footage showed a person sitting cross-legged on the road with their head bowed before more than 20 p…
(2025-12-30). As Towns and Cities Fight Off Data Centers, Calls Grow for a National Moratorium. truthout.org Billionaire tech moguls talk as if the artificial intelligence revolution is inevitable, and it's up to the rest of us to adapt. Earlier this year in a blog post, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman boasted that society is now "past the event horizon; the takeoff has started" toward building computer "superintelligence." However, the industry is not just facing blowback from skeptics of the technology itself. |
(2025-12-30). The Israeli Government Put My Name At The Top Of An 'Antisemite' List. caitlinjohnstone.com.au My name appears at the top of a list in a document the Israeli government released earlier this month in order to draw false associations between the Bondi Beach shooting and online criticism of Israel and its atrocities. | The
(2025-12-30). Netanyahu announces Trump as first foreign leader to receive Prize for. haaretz.com Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced U.S. President Trump would receive the prize at a press conference in Mar-a-Lago on Monday and invited him to celebrate Independence Day in Israel. Trump said he would consider attending the ceremony in Jerusalem…
(2025-12-30). Yemeni Resistance Leader Vows To Target Israeli Presence In Somalia. popularresistance.org The leader of Yemen's Ansarallah resistance movement, Abdul Malik al-Houthi, warned in a speech on 28 December that any potential Israeli presence in Somaliland will be considered a "military target" for the Yemeni Armed Forces (YAF). | The speech came as several African, Arab, and Muslim states condemned Israel's decision last week to recognize the sovereignty of the separatist Republic of Somaliland, which Somalia views as one of its federal states. | Israel's recognition of Somaliland is "a hostile stance targeting Somalia and its African surroundings, as well as Yemen and the Red Sea and the countries on its…
(2025-12-30). Lukashenko signs decree on new passport rules for Belarusian diplomats. eng.belta.by Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko signed Decree No.455 "On amending the Decree of the President of the Republic of Belarus on population documentation" on 30 December.
(2025-12-30). Financial Brief: A weekly roundup on the geopolitics of money Dec 30. moderndiplomacy.eu EXECUTIVE TAKEAWAYS The final trading days of 2025 were dominated by the collision of political risk and monetary policy. An unprecedented White House threat to sue the Federal Reserve Chair rocked the bedrock of central bank independence, while Japan and Germany unveiled divergent fiscal paths, one spending record sums, the other bracing for job cuts. …
(2025-12-30). Implementing Safe Liquid Modification in Clinical Care Plans. moguldom.com The safe modification of liquids is an essential part of clinical care for individuals with swallowing difficulties. To protect patients, healthcare providers often adjust the viscosity and thickness of fluids. These changes help reduce the risk of complications such as choking or aspiration. When best practices are followed, clinicians can apply evidence-based approaches to improve …
(2025-12-30). How to Plan a Kid-Friendly Vacation You'll Actually Enjoy. moguldom.com Planning a vacation with kids often comes with mixed feelings. You want to create memories, but you also worry about constant schedules, tired moods, and activities that only cater to little ones. However, traveling with children does not mean giving up your own enjoyment. With thoughtful planning and the right destination, like Branson, Missouri, a …
(2025-12-30). Israel strips UNRWA immunity in 'outrageous, systematic' attack. newarab.com 
Israel has passed legislation stripping the The bill passed 59—7 in the Knesset on Monday and took effect immediately, allowing Israeli authorities to seize UNRWA properties, block banking and payment services, and criminalise cooperation with the agency. | Israeli Energy and Infrastructure Minister Eli Cohen defended the law, alleging UNRWA was "an…
(2025-12-30). Malian army intensifies offensive against radical groups. plenglish.com Bamako, Dec 30 (Prensa Latina) The Malian Army reported that its air force carried out attacks against positions held by a terrorist group south of the town of Sorribougou, in the Kita region, resulting in the neutralization of several radicals.
(2025-12-30). US Military Launches 30th Strike in Boat Bombing Campaign. news.antiwar.com US Southern Command announced on Monday that its forces bombed another alleged drug-running boat in the waters of Latin America, marking the 30th strike since the campaign began on September 2. SOUTHCOM said the boat was targeted in the Eastern Pacific Ocean and claimed, without providing any evidence, that it was "transiting along known narco-trafficking …
(2025-12-30). Iran, Oman call for greater Islamic coordination amid rising regional tensions. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and Omani Foreign Minister Sayyid Badr bin Hamad bin Hamood Albusaidi have stressed the need for sustained consultation and coordination among Islamic countries to address the drivers of division and instability in the region.
(2025-12-30). LHC launches digital systems to modernise judicial, financial management. tribune.com.pk 
Lahore High Court Chief Justice Aalia Neelum on Tuesday inaugurated three digital systems aimed at modernising the judicial and financial management of the Punjab judiciary, marking what officials described as a historic step towards automation and transparency. | The initiative seeks to streamline judicial processes, reduce manual intervention and align the administrative framework of the provincial judiciary with international standards. | The launch ceremony was attended by Registrar Amjad Iqbal Ranjha, DG District Judiciary Malik Ali Zulqarnain Awan, DG Judicial and Case Management Javed Iqbal Bosal, the p…
(2025-12-30). Khaleda Zia, first woman PM of Bangladesh, passes away at 80 after prolonged illness. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: Khaleda Zia, Bangladesh's first female Prime Minister, passed away on Tuesday following a long period of illness, the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) announced. She was 80 years old. | According to her doctors, she had been battling several age-related health conditions, including advanced liver cirrhosis, arthritis, diabetes, and heart and chest complications. Zia had been receiving treatment at Evercare Hospital in Dhaka since November 23 and was put on ventilator support on December 11. Only two days earlier, her personal physician had stated that her condition was "extremely critical." | In…
(2025-12-30). Belarus' vice-premier holds talks with Russia's Gazprom head. eng.belta.by Belarusian Deputy Prime Minister Viktor Karanikevich has held a meeting with Director General of Gazprom Transgaz Belarus Vladimir Mayorov and Chairman of the Management Committee of Gazprom Alexey Miller on 30 December.
(2025-12-30). Thursday 1/1: 11th Annual New Years Day Polar Plunge & World Naked Bike Ride-San Francisco Beach Party. indybay.org Ocean Beach, Taraval Street and Ocean Beach Crossing, San Francisco…
(2025-12-30). Iran: Narges Mohammadi, several other human rights defenders arbitrarily arrested in massive crackdown. fidh.org More than 50 people were arrested, including five women human rights defenders, while they were taking part in a memorial ceremony honouring a recently deceased fellow human rights defender. The Observatory (FIDH-OMCT) and the League for the Defence of Human Rights in Iran (LDDHI) strongly condemn these new arrests and call on the Iranian authorities to immediately and unconditionally release all those arbitrarily detained, including human rights defenders.
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(2025-12-30). Saudi-Led Coalition Strikes Yemen's Mukalla Port Over Alleged Arms Delivery. moderndiplomacy.eu Yemen has been engulfed in a complex civil war since 2014, pitting the Iran-aligned Houthi movement against a Saudi-backed government that was forced to flee the capital, Sanaa. In 2015, a Saudi-led coalition including the United Arab Emirates intervened militarily to restore the government. Over time, however, deep fractures emerged within the coalition itself. One …
(2025-12-30). JFK's granddaughter, journalist Tatiana Schlossberg, dies at 35. scmp.com American environmental journalist Tatiana Schlossberg, the granddaughter of late president John F. Kennedy, has died from cancer at the age of 35, her family announced on Tuesday. | "Our beautiful Tatiana passed away this morning. She will always be in our hearts," the family wrote in a statement posted on the JFK Library Foundation's Instagram account.
(2025-12-30). The Fall of Democracy is a Markov Process. fairobserver.com 
How do democracies die? With thunderous applause? Padme certainly thinks so, but would Polybius agree? The ancient Greeks were, quite reasonably, concerned by this question, because their democracies died all the time. In fact, this happened so much that the most eminent philosophers and historians of the classical period developed a theory that rationalizes the…
(2025-12-30). Trump Set to Garnish Wages for Student Loan Defaults; The Debt Collective Lays Out Other Options. democracynow.org 
Starting in January, the Trump administration says it will garnish the wages of student loan borrowers who haven't been able to make their payments for at least nine months. "It's cruel and hostile to working people to turn the system on before we're sure that we can run it in a compliant manner," says Julia Barnard, higher education team lead at the Debt Collective and former student loan ombudsman at the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. To student debtors facing financial hardship, Barnard suggests "immediately [contesting] when they get a notice of wage seizure."…
(2025-12-30). Zelensky will have to hide for rest of life: Medvedev. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 30 (MNA) — Vladimir Zelensky will have to hide for the rest of his life following Ukraine's drone attack on Russian President Vladimir Putin's residence, Russian Security Council Deputy Chairman Dmitry Medvedev said.
(2025-12-30). Iran blacklists Royal Canadian Navy as 'terror organization'. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Iran has officially designated the Royal Canadian Navy as a terrorist organization, responding to Canada's "illegal decision" last year to target part of the Iranian Armed Forces.
(2025-12-30). Cruise missile launch exercise conducted in DPRK. plenglish.com Pyongyang, Dec 30 (Prensa Latina) With the presence of the Chairman of the Board of State of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK), Kim Jong Un, a long-range strategic cruise missile launch exercise took place in the West Sea.
(2025-12-30). Kazakhstan: Physical attacks and judicial harassment of LGBTQIA+ defenders Temirlan Baimash, Ardzh Tursynkhan, and Zhanar Sekerbayeva. fidh.org At the end of November 2025, unidentified individuals and state authorities physically attacked Kazakhstani LGBTQIA+ defenders Temirlan Baimash, Ardzh Tursynkhan, and Zhanar Sekerbayeva. The three defenders were subsequently arbitrarily arrested and subjected to judicial harassment. The Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders (OMCT-FIDH) condemns the repeated acts of physical and verbal violence, intimidation, and arbitrary detention targeting LGBTQIA+ human rights defenders (…) | – |
(2025-12-30). What small personal decisions reveal about shared environments. independentaustralia.net 
(2025-12-30). Trump reaffirms his support for another strike on Iran after meeting with Netanyahu. mondoweiss.net 
In comments to reporters after his meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Donald Trump reiterated his support for another strike on Iran.
(2025-12-30). Tehran cultural center to review "Train Dreams" tehrantimes.com TEHRAN- "Train Dreams", a 2025 drama movie by American filmmaker Clint Bentley, will be reviewed at the Arasbaran Cultural Center in Tehran on Wednesday evening.
(2025-12-30). Nvidia in talks to buy Israel's AI21 Labs for up to $3 billion. newarab.com 
Nvidia declined to comment, while AI21 was not immediately available to comment. | A 2023 funding round valued AI21 at $1.4 billion. Nvidia and Alphabet's Google participated in that funding. | AI21, founded in 2017 by Amnon Shashua and two others, is among a clutch of AI startups tha…
(2025-12-30). Why do some people stay in their religion and others leave? A new Pew report has some clues. anabaptistworld.org Americans who had a positive religious experience as kids are most likely to keep the same faith as adults.
(2025-12-30). Enemy stages street protests to mask 12‚Äëday war defeat. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN – The Javan newspaper analyzed enemy strategies in fomenting unrest in Iran.
(2025-12-30). 19 Buddhist Monks Move Through Georgia During 'Walk For Peace' From Texas To DC. newsone.com 
Source: aire images / Getty | In a world where chaos and uncertainty appear to be on the rise with no end in sight, we long to see headlines that bring us peace and some semblance of tranquility, and what better news could provide us with such a state than Buddhist monks participating in a 2,300-mile Walk for Peace, and that walk making its way down to According to
(2025-12-30). Despite Bondi, Australia will remain a world-outlier on mass-migration. onlineopinion.com.au On its triennial immigration-stats, Albanese Australia is a radical outlier not the cautious reformer of embedded media-narrative. Not even Bondi can budge him much.
(2025-12-30). Yemen declares 90-day emergency as Saudi airstrikes hit UAE-backed arms shipment at Mukalla port. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- Yemen's Presidential Leadership Council declared a 90-day state of emergency after Saudi-led coalition airstrikes targeted UAE-backed weapons shipments unloaded at the port of Mukalla in eastern Yemen, marking the sharpest escalation yet in the deepening rift between Riyadh and Abu Dhabi over influence in the country.According to the coalition, two vessels entered Mukalla port on December 27—28 without authorization from the Joint Forces Command and disabled their tracking systems before unloading large quantities of weapons and combat vehicles.The coalition said the arms were intended for forces…
(2025-12-30). Law enforcement remains visible in Gauteng. sanews.gov.za Law enforcement remains visible in Gauteng | The Gauteng Department of Roads and Transport has recorded significant law enforcement outcomes through the Gauteng Transport Inspectorate (GTI) during festive season operations. | During this period, GTI officers issued hundreds of infringement notices, discontinued unsafe vehicles, effected arrests for serious offences and impounded vehicles operating unlawfully. | The operation that was conducted between 22 and 28 December 2025 across Tshwane, Johannesburg and Ekurhuleni resulted in 45 vehicles being discontinued, 30 vehicles impounded, and 27 arrests affected, main…
(2025-12-30). LIVE: Arsenal vs Aston Villa — Premier League. aljazeera.com Follow our live build-up, with team news coverage, before our text commentary stream of the EPL title clash in London.
(2025-12-30). Lukashenko presents state honors to 48 citizens and three organizations. eng.belta.by Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko signed the corresponding decree and order on 30 December.
(2025-12-30). HTS imposes night curfew in Latakia after protests. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 30 (MNA) — Syrian HTS-led authorities have imposed an overnight curfew in the port city of Latakia after attacks in predominantly Alawite neighborhoods yesterday.
(2025-12-30). Iran continues to develop peaceful nuclear industry: Velayati. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 30 (MNA) — Senior Advisor to the Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ali Akbar Velayati has stressed that the Iranian government will continue to develop its nuclear industry.
(2025-12-30). Ticket sales open for flights between Minsk and Russia's Petrozavodsk. eng.belta.by Karelia's Head Artur Parfenchikov has announced via his Telegram channel that ticket sales are now available for flights between Minsk and Petrozavodsk, BelTA has learned.
(2025-12-30). Petro gives Colombia's minimum wage a 23% boost. colombiareports.com Colombia's President Gustavo Petro announced a 23% minimum wage hike, the biggest since the 1980's. In an address to the nation, Petro said that the increase from $380 (COP1,425,500) to $466 (COP1,750,905) sought to further boost the popular economy. Those who also receive travel expenses will be receiving $533,52 (COP2 million) in January 2026, said …
(2025-12-30). Iran: we will defend ourselves 'harshly' against any US attack. thecanary.co The Speaker of Iran's parliament has warned that his country will target US B-2 bombers if Donald Trump follows through on a threat to bomb Iran. Iran will not tolerate US aggression Trump, speaking before his 29 December meeting with Benjamin Netanyahu, had indicated that "beautiful B-2 bombers" would support Israeli attacks on Iranian military […] | By
(2025-12-30). Inside Iran's nuclear program. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 30 (MNA) — As global challenges intensify, nuclear technology is emerging as a practical solution across multiple sectors, offering tools for healthcare, food security, environmental protection, and sustainable energy.
(2025-12-30). 'We Pledge to Continue the Path': Full Speech by Newly Introduced Abu Obeida. wibailoutpeople.org 
December 30, 2025 By Palestine Chronicle Staff The newly introduced military spokesman of the Al-Qassam Brigades delivered his first public address, announcing the killing of the former spokesman and outlining the movement's position on the war, ceasefire, and regional developments. The Al-Qassam Brigades' newly introduced military spokesman delivered a lengthy address on Monday, during which he …
(2025-12-30). Morro-Cabaña anuncia reajuste de tarifas para 2026 y prepara salvas por aniversario de la Revolución. radiohc.cu El Complejo de Museos Histórico Militares informó que a partir del 1ro de enero de 2026 se reajustarán las tarifas de acceso y servicios en el Parque Histórico Militar Morro-Cabaña, como parte de un proceso de actualización y homogenización de precios institucional. Según la entidad, los ingresos de visitantes internacionales apoyarán directamente la conservación y restauración de sitios patrimoniales como el Castillo del Morro, la fortaleza San Carlos de la Cabaña y el Museo de la Revolución, asegurando su preservación para futuras generaciones. | El anuncio coincide con los preparativos de la ceremonia militar…
(2025-12-30). Plantas medicinales útiles para los "excesos de fin de año" cubadebate.cu Una cena con familiares y amigos es en muchos hogares momento para decir adiós a un año que termina y recibir otro nuevo con mejores esperanzas. A veces,
| algún que otro comensal termina sobrepasado en el consumo de alimentos bien apetitosos, aunque quizás no tan sanos. Algunas plantas medicinales pueden ayudar.
(2025-12-30). Visitó Díaz-Canel hospital habanero Fructuoso Rodríguez. cubadebate.cu El primer secretario del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba y presidente de la República, Miguel Díaz-Canel , legó este martes al Hospital Ortopédico Docente Fructuoso Rodríguez, en La Habana, para intercambiar sobre la implementación de la estrategia de transformación digital, uno de los pilares del ejercicio de gobierno en el país.