(2025-12-06). 'Not journalism — theater': Inside Israel's press tours to Gaza. Kholod Massalha 
(2025-12-06). Arab, Muslim nations reject Israel exit-only plan for Rafah. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 06 (MNA) — Gaza mediators Egypt and Qatar, and six other Muslim-majority countries, have raised the alarm over Israel's stated plan for a one-way opening of the Rafah border crossing.
(2025-12-06). Israeli military faces unprecedented surge in suicide rates. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 06 (MNA) — The Israeli military has faced an unprecedented rise in suicide cases among its soldiers since the Gaza war began on October 7, 2023, according to newly released official data.
(2025-12-06). New Mossad chief Roman Gofman's appointment signals strategic shift for Israel. hindustantimes.com Israel is about to enter one of the most sensitive transitions in its security establishment and it comes at a time when the Gaza war is reshaping the country's political and military landscape. A new Mossad chief is set to take over in June 2026, a man whose journey runs from Belarus to Israel, from the Syrian front to the highest echelons of power. Can a deeply wounded nation afford uncertainty at the top of its intelligence services? Will the new chief bring continuity, or break from Netanyahu's increasingly controversial war-time politics? And how might this appointment alter Israel's strategy in Gaza, Iran,…
(2025-12-06). Iran's Maritime Power Play: Strategic Patterns and the 2024 Strait of Hormuz Crisis. moderndiplomacy.eu As global geopolitical attention is fixated on the wars in Gaza and Ukraine, Iran has chosen to optimize its strategic position in the most advantageous area, the Strait of Hormuz. The detention of the tanker St. Nikolas by Iran's rapid response forces from a helicopter in January 2024 (BBC News, 2025) was not the first …
(2025-12-06). Images of Epstein's private Caribbean island released. ecns.cn U.S. House Democrats on the Oversight Committee on Wednesday released photos and videos of Jeffrey Epstein's home on the private Caribbean island, where the billionaire was accused of trafficking underage girls for sex.
(2025-12-06). World's Most Tyrannical Government Wants to Free Venezuela From Tyranny. orinocotribune.com 
President Trump has been holding talks with top advisors this week regarding potential US attacks on Venezuela in order to bring about regime change in yet another oil-rich nation. | As the western political/media class frames Venezuela's President Maduro as a "dictator" who must urgently be removed from power, it is worth noting that any US military operation to remove him would be taking place directly against the will of the American public. A recent CBS News poll found that seventy percent of Americans "would oppose" the US taking military action against Venezuela. | So here we have the president of a nation…
(2025-12-06). Obama's PowerPoint Death Parade Led To Trump's Venezuelan Killings OpEd. eurasiareview.com The Trump administration's killings of scores of Venezuelans are provoking outrage across the Western Hemisphere. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth recently proclaimed, "We have only just begun to kill narco-terrorists." President Trump and Hegseth are cashing a blank check for carnage that was written years earlier by President Barack Obama. | In his 2017 farewell address, Obama boasted, "We have taken out tens of thousands of terrorists." Drone strikes increased tenfold under Obama, helping fuel anti—U.S. backlashes in several nations. | As he campaigned for the presidency in 2007, Sen. Barack Obama declar…
(2025-12-06). The Double Tap On Venezuela. popularresistance.org The first United States SEAL Team 6 air strike on a boat allegedly engaged in Venezuelan drug trafficking took place on September 2, 2025. All 11 people on board were killed. The Trump administration gleefully released video of the attack and exulted in its deadly success. Pete Hegseth, Secretary of War, bragged that he watched the air strike live and added, "We knew exactly who was in that boat." | Now, a U.S. aircraft carrier strike force sits off the coast of Venezuela. Trump has declared Venezuela a "no-fly zone," and U.S. radar systems have been installed in neighboring Trinidad and Tobago.
(2025-12-06). US State Department Travel Warning On Venezuela. popularresistance.org Following his earlier threat that Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro's days are numbered, US President Donald Trump announced on social media he was closing Venezuelan airspace. He then immodestly proclaimed the "Trump Corollary" to the Monroe Doctrine, commending his nineteenth century predecessor for presciently envisioning "a superpower unlike anything the world had ever known." | On December 3, the US State Department followed suit by issuing an updated Venezuela Travel Advisory. The document is a masterpiece of geopolitical creative writing, where the main export of Venezuela is not oil but existential drea…
(2025-12-06). Sudan's War, UAE Gold, And The Rise Of Anti-Imperialist Alliances. popularresistance.org Even as the U.S. empire's gaze is turned towards Venezuela, it continues to meddle in Africa. Foreign intervention is fueling a bitter civil war in Sudan, the Trump administration is pushing a line about a genocide against Christians in Nigeria, with an eye on military intervention, and across the Sahel region, anti-imperialist forces continue to rise and organize, dreaming of a united, pan-African continent that will resist American imperialism and reject Israeli colonization. | Joining MintCast host Mnar Adley today to talk about the continent is Ahmed Kaballo. Ahmed is a British-Sudanese journalist and the CEO…
(2025-12-06). Venezuela: Overview Of US Sanctions Policy Analysis. eurasiareview.com By Clare Ribando Seelke | Since 2005, the United States has imposed targeted sanctions on Venezuelan individuals and entities that have engaged in criminal, antidemocratic, or corrupt actions. U.S. sanctions have been imposed via both executive and congressional action. In response to increasing repression under President Nicolás Maduro, in power since 2013, the first Trump Administration expanded U.S. sanctions to include financial and sectoral sanctions, as well as sanctions on the Maduro government. The Biden Administration offered limited sanctions relief to try to incentivize Maduro to convene free and fa…
(2025-12-06). Urgent Actions: On December 6, March Against A US War On Venezuela. popularresistance.org 22 years after the US went to war in Iraq based on lies, the Trump administration is preparing a major war against Venezuela. We must act now to stop this war before it starts. | Today, Trump promised land strikes would begin "very soon," has called for its airspace to be "closed," and terminated negotiations with Venezuela's government. These are all the signs of a full-scale regime change operation, which would be a catastrophe for the region. | The Trump Administration's repeated strikes in the Caribbean have shocked the world as brazen violations of international law.
(2025-12-06). Best Hotels in Tehran 2026. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 06 (MNA) — The 2026 OrientTrips Annual Hotel Report offers a practical overview of where visitors actually stay in Tehran.
(2025-12-06). Bihar 12th Date Sheet 2026 | Practical from Jan 10, Theory from Feb 2. ummid.com BSEB Bihar 12th 2026 Exam: The Bihar School Board of Education (BSEB) has released on its official website the detailed time table and date sheet of the 12th (Intermediate or Higher Secondary) board exams 2026.
(2025-12-06). Mrs. Asma al-Assad interview with Russia's Channel 24. voicesfromsyria.com Oct 18, 2016
| Mrs. Assad's public interview for the past 8 years.
| source: Presidency of the Syrian Arab Republic…
(2025-12-06). IndiGo Flight Chaos Leaves Passengers Stranded Nationwide. devdiscourse.com The disruption of IndiGo's flight operations intensified nationwide on Saturday, stranding passengers and causing widespread delays at airports. In an atmosphere of mounting frustration, Jammu Airport experienced cancelled services, leaving a deserted terminal and bewildered travellers.
(2025-12-06). Owen Hatherley: Architecture of the Future? newleftreview.org The built legacy of the Soviet Bloc is undergoing a dramatic reappraisal, from crumbling concrete brutalism to Instagrammable socmod chic. Hatherley's critical survey of a growing body of work in this area—examining modernist constructions from Vilnius to Tashkent—asks the question the new studies largely avoid: what, if anything, makes this architecture socialist?
(2025-12-06). How to Read the New National Security Strategy Document. dissidentvoice.org The New US National Security Strategy (NSS) has been released. This is a critically important document prepared by every administration that sets out the United States' national security priorities, along with a formulation of the strategy & policies it proposes to address these concerns. As would be expected with such a high stakes document, there are already many interpretations …
(2025-12-06). Zohran Mamdani among the most mispronounced words in 2025. ummid.com New York Mayor Elect, Zohran Mamdani, continues to make headlines for different reasons, this time because of the pronunciation of his name.
(2025-12-06). How Legal Online Betting Expands While Communities Shoulder the Risks. moguldom.com Scroll through a game thread or turn on a weekend match and the pitch looks different than it did a decade ago. The stadium signage, the in-app pop-ups, the halftime chatter about odds and props all point to the same story: a once-contained pastime has turned into an ever-present digital product. Laws shifted, tech matured, …
(2025-12-06). Nineteen states to raise minimum wage on Jan. 1. nationofchange.org While some states will reach a $15 minimum wage for the first time, other states will have a minimum wage of $15 or higher as of January 1, 2026.
(2025-12-06). A year after Assad's fall, Syrian journalists enjoy freedom but also new risks>. Soran Rashid 
(2025-12-06). Maharashtra Local Body Election 2025: Counting of Votes Deferred. ummid.com Polling was held in as many as 244 civic bodies of Maharashtra Tuesday December 02, 2025, however the vote count scheduled to be held on Wednesday has been deferred.
(2025-12-06). The Future Isn't 'on the Horizon,' It Is Already Here. orinocotribune.com 
o, lonely mother, hands outstretched to all those in need—
| your caress on my cheek, eyes twinkling in the sunlight
| reminds me of the days I didn't think so much,
| when I didn't fear so much, but those days are passed and now
| a new future awaits us. | o, precious child, with laughter to cure the sickly,
| a smile to melt any stone cold heart,
| your joy and your happiness will be our driving force towards tomorrow,
| as your pain, loss and sorrow are our collective heartbreak. | o, resistance leaders, guerrillas, militants and soldiers,
| with your rifle…
(2025-12-06). Samsung Unpacks Galaxy Z TriFold: What's New? ummid.com Samsung Electronics Tuesday unpacked Galaxy Z TriFold – its first three fold smartphone powered by new features to fill the gaps in AI era.
(2025-12-06). An Oligarch's Guide To Ending The War In Ukraine OpEd. eurasiareview.com Here's how oligarchs play their game of geopolitical three-card monte. They attract attention by promising the moon. Then they hide their real motivations in a duplicitous shuffle of the cards. The ensuing action is a razzle-dazzle of distraction. In the end, the oligarchs win, and everyone else loses. | On the Russian side, oligarch-in-chief Vladimir Putin talks about this territory and that territory. Sure, he wants Russia to colonize more land in Ukraine. But the territory is less important than his conception of an enlarged Russian ethno-space that crowds out the European Union and NATO by asserting an ill…
(2025-12-06). UN: Dec. 5] Security Council Visits Lebanon Syria, Unpaid UN Dues Piling Up Lots More. passblue.com 
This Week @UN: UN crossword, anyone?; Trump targets the Refugee Convention; Slovenia softens on SG race; Russia must return Ukrainian children. Plus: Billions of unpaid UN dues; separate Israeli airstrikes hit Syria and Lebanon; Myanmar #1 in opium; Sudan death spiral; real peace in Congo? • For the first time in six years, the UN …
(2025-12-06). World's longest civil aviation route launched between China, Argentina. ecns.cn China Eastern Airlines flight MU745 landed at Ezeiza International Airport in Buenos Aires, the capital of Argentina, on Thursday afternoon local time. This only non-stop direct passenger route between China and Argentina covers a total distance of 20,000 kilometers, setting a new record for the world's longest single civil aviation flight.
(2025-12-06). Karim Benzema's hat-trick takes Al Ittihad to King's Cup Semi Finals. ummid.com French Star Footballer Karim Benzema Saturday scored a hat-trick to take Al Ittihad to 2025-26 Saudi King's Cup Semi Finals.
(2025-12-06). Lord Macaulay: Saint or Sinner? ummid.com While the Modi tribe is blaming Macaulay for our ills, the Dalit thinkers like Chandrabhan Prasad are hailing the contribution of Macaulay in laying the foundations which in due course led to the struggle for dignity and rights of equality for Dalit and marginalized sections of society.
(2025-12-06). RBSE Rajasthan Board Exam 2026 Dates Out. ummid.com RBSE Board Exam 2026: The Rajasthan Board of Secondary Education (RBSE) has confirmed the dates of classes 9, 10, 11 and 12 to be held in February and March 2026.
(2025-12-06). Civilian Assassinations Reach 86 in US Military's Killing Spree. orinocotribune.com Caracas ( In a social media post, the US military wrote the strike was ordered by US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth. "On Dec. 4, at the direction of Pete Hegseth, Joint Task Force Southern Spear conducted a lethal ki…
(2025-12-06). The Middle East And North Africa: Strategic Competition, Energy And Security, Reconfiguring The Global Balance Analysis. eurasiareview.com By General (Rtd) Corneliu Pivariu | 1. Introduction — MENA as a Key Space of Global Rebalancing: | The Middle East and North Africa — known under the acronym MENA — represent, more than ever, a crossroads of history, religion, energy, and geopolitics. Here, millennial civilizations, contemporary ideologies, and global economic interests collide and reshape themselves in a continuous process. | We live in an era where transformations unfold at the pace of a historical revolution, and developments in this region have repercussions that reverberate worldwide. After more than seven decade…
(2025-12-06). Stuttgart calls for calm ahead of Maccabi Tel Aviv Europa League match. haaretz.com German soccer team VfB Stuttgart urged fans to foster a respectful atmosphere ahead of the Europa League match against Maccabi Tel Aviv, as German outlets reported extensive police preparations for the game against the Israeli team…
(2025-12-06). Afghanistan-Pakistan Quagmire Reveals The Limits Of China's Leverage Analysis. eurasiareview.com By Shivam Shekhawat | Last month, when Pakistan and Afghanistan engaged in their most intense clashes in the last four years, the spokesperson of the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs called on both sides to exercise restraint and resolve their differences through dialogue and consultation. Urging them to focus on the 'broader picture', he also offered China's mediating role to ameliorate their differences. For Beijing, this broader picture includes the security of its own strategic and economic interests in the region and its relationship with both Kabul and Islamabad. | From Early Leverage to Waning In…
(2025-12-06). Winter Session: Govt agrees to debate on SIR after ruckus in Parliament. ummid.com The Narendra Modi government Tuesday agreed to hold a debate on Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls after repeated disruptions by the opposition MPs leading to adjournments in the Lok Sabha.
(2025-12-06). AI Industrial Policy: The New Geoeconomic Battlefield Between the US and China. moderndiplomacy.eu Artificial Intelligence (AI) has moved beyond the realm of technological innovation and into the heart of geopolitical competition. Over the past decade, the United States and China have recognized AI as the defining industrial force of the twenty-first century, one that will one day reshape global trade, security, governance, and power. Today, AI industrial policy …
(2025-12-06). Comicomment: Mistaking a cliff for a stage. ecns.cn Such dangerous gambles in the pursuit of militarism will, in the end, inflict serious damage on Japan itself.
(2025-12-06). Rockefeller Center Christmas tree illuminated in New York. ecns.cn As an icon of New York City's holiday season, the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree was lit up Wednesday night in midtown Manhattan, drawing crowds of people.
(2025-12-06). Resistance leader warns against US, Israel crimes. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 06 (MNA) — Shaykh Akram al-Kaabi, secretary-general of the al-Nujaba Islamic Resistance Movement, has strongly warned against the continuation of the American and Israeli crimes in the region.
(2025-12-06). Govt blinks on compulsory pre-installation of Sanchar Saathi app. ummid.com The Narendra Modi government has revoked the DoT directive to smartphone makers mandating pre-installation of Sanchar Saathi app in all the communication devices manufactured by them.
(2025-12-06). When FIFA plays politics: Peace medal for war-tainted hands. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 06 (MNA) — As Trump draped the FIFA Peace Medal over his own neck last night, the world watched in disbelief: a self-proclaimed peacemaker being honored while his record tells a very different story.
(2025-12-06). Lukashenko: Policy of artificial confrontation does not serve interests of Belarus, Finland. eng.belta.by Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko has sent Independence Day greetings to the people of Finland—é…
(2025-12-06). Australia: A US Vassal State in a Peripheral Sphere of Influence. dissidentvoice.org For reasons set out briefly below, let's suppose that Australia is a US vassal state and that the Pacific — what Australia likes to call its 'backyard' — is a peripheral sphere of US influence. Under these circumstances, this essay considers what for Australia should be some of the more worrisome implications for its security …
(2025-12-06). Trade unions roll out winter assistance for workers. ecns.cn The All-China Federation of Trade Unions has recently activated its winter warmth campaign, aimed at providing care, subsidies and supplies to workers facing financial difficulties and recognizing outstanding model employees.
(2025-12-06). Israel Weapon Industries To Reinforce India's Defence Arsenal. devdiscourse.com An influential Israeli defence firm has announced its plans to supply the first batch of 40,000 light machine guns (LMGs) to India, beginning early next year.
(2025-12-06). UN General Assembly passes 5 pro-Palestine resolutions. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 06 (MNA) — The UN General Assembly has adopted five resolutions concerning Palestine, including measures on refugee assistance, UNRWA's mandate, Palestinian property rights, human rights violations, and Israeli settlements.
(2025-12-06). Macron arrives in Chengdu to continue China visit. ecns.cn French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife Brigitte Macron arrive in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province, on Dec. 4, 2025, marking the second stop of their three-day state visit to China.
(2025-12-06). Dylan Riley & Robert Brenner: The Long Downturn and Its Political Results. newleftreview.org Responding to the wide-ranging debate sparked by their 'Seven Theses on American Politics' (NLR 138), Riley and Brenner expand the temporal frame of their analysis of capitalist stagnation as an endogenous feature, incurable by bubbles and bailouts—and rethink the nature of the 'political capitalism' that results.
(2025-12-06). Thailand Pavilion debuts at film festival as China—Thailand diplomatic ties mark 50 years. ecns.cn As China and Thailand celebrate the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations, cooperation between the two countries continues to deepen across trade, culture, tourism and film. At the 7th Hainan Island International Film Festival, a special series of events themed around the milestone is underway, highlighting the growing vitality of Sino-Thai exchanges.
(2025-12-06). Front pages of Iran's English dailies on December 6. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 06 (MNA) — Here are the front pages of Iran's English language dailies on Saturday, December 6.
(2025-12-06). The Earth Is Unhappy With The Capitalist Climate Catastrophe. popularresistance.org During the closing plenaries of the 30th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP30) in Belém do Pará in the Brazilian Amazon, United Nations Climate Change Executive Secretary Simon Stiell gave a rousing speech. Stiell, from Grenada, came to his post after a long career in the corporate sector and then as his country's environment and climate resilience minister under the pro-corporate New National Party. In his speech he said that 'denial, division, and geopolitics [have] dealt international cooperation some heavy blows this year'.
(2025-12-06). Nicholas Mulder: Interludes of Abundance. newleftreview.org Nicholas Mulder on Arnaud Orain, Le monde confisqué. Reading of the current neo-mercantilist lurch as a return to the norm of long-run capitalist history.
(2025-12-06). Tamil Nadu Leaders Honor B.R. Ambedkar on Mahaparinirvana Diwas. devdiscourse.com In a solemn tribute to B.R. Ambedkar, the architect of the Indian Constitution, Tamil Nadu leaders gathered on his 70th Mahaparinirvana Diwas to honor his legacy. Governor R N Ravi and Chief Minister M K Stalin were among those present, highlighting Ambedkar's enduring influence.
(2025-12-06). US, Ukraine underscore need for ceasefire, de-escalation. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 06 (MNA) — The US and Ukrainian delegations have stressed in a meeting the need for measures to cease hostilities and de-escalate tensions in Ukraine.
(2025-12-06). 'Surveillance, Beyond Unconstitutional': DoT Sanchar Saathi Directive Sparks Outrage. ummid.com The Narendra Modi government's directive to smartphone manufacturers to pre-install Sanchar Saathi app has sparked a huge outrage.
(2025-12-06). High IQ, Low Wisdom: The Christian Liberal Road to Degenerate Dystopias. muslimskeptic.com There are many brazenly hypocritical groups that exist today. One of the foremost among them are Christians who attack Islam. This group claims to be pro-conservatism, pro-traditionalism, and pro-religion, yet the main target of their obsessive, relentless attacks is Islam, the most traditional religion on the planet, whose followers are the most devoutly religious and …
(2025-12-06). Hong Kong Fire: What We Know So Far. ummid.com At least 128 people have been killed in the deadliest fire in the recent history of Hong Kong that engulfed multiple high rise buildings Wednesday afternoon.
(2025-12-06). Ancient Tea Horse Road: A testament to collaboration among diverse ethnic groups. ecns.cn Today, fresh tea from a thousand miles away can be delivered the next day. However, about thirteen centuries ago, to accomplish this, it required couriers to travel for about half a year along the Ancient Tea Horse Road — a testament to how commerce persisted even across the most challenging terrain and geographical obstacles.
(2025-12-06). French President Emmanuel Macron visits Sichuan University in Chengdu. ecns.cn French President Emmanuel Macron visited Sichuan University in Chengdu City on Friday afternoon.
(2025-12-06). Loose Talk in a Nuclear Age: The Case for Rhetorical Restraint and Diplomacy. moderndiplomacy.eu There is an old wartime maxim—dating to the First World War—that "loose lips sink ships." It warned American sailors and civilians alike that careless speech could reveal troop movements or naval deployments to enemy spies and lead to catastrophic losses at sea. The warning remains true, but today the stakes are vastly higher: loose talk …
(2025-12-06). "Not Mandatory" : Minister clarifies after Sanchar Saathi sparks row. ummid.com Union Communication Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia Tuesday said Sanchar Saathi app is not mandatory and can be deleted if a user wishes to do so.
(2025-12-06). Bhopal Launches Professor Rattan Lal Awards to Boost Regenerative Agriculture. devdiscourse.com Bhopal, India, marked World Soil Day with the launch of the Professor Rattan Lal Awards for Excellence in Regenerative Agriculture, initiated by Solidaridad and the ICAR-Indian Institute of Soil Science (IISS). The awards aim to celebrate and inspire advances in soil health and sustainable farming practices across the nation.
(2025-12-06). Indonesian journalists seek better pay and protection amid declining democracy. globalvoices.org 
(2025-12-06). The attempted murder of a veteran journalist stirs fear, defiance in Colombia. John Otis/CPJ Andean Representative 
(2025-12-06). India asks smartphone makers to pre-install Sanchar Saathi. ummid.com The Telecom Ministry in India has asked all the smartphone manufacturers, including Apple, Samsung, Vivo, Xiaomi and others, to pre-install Sanchar Saathi app in all their phones.
(2025-12-06). FIFA World Cup trophy reaches Washington, D.C., ahead of draw ceremony. ecns.cn The FIFA World Cup trophy is displayed at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C., December 4, 2025.The 12 seeded teams in Pot 1 are Canada, Mexico, USA, Spain, Argentina, France, England, Brazil, Portugal, Netherlands, Belgium and Germany.
(2025-12-06). New pair of giant pandas expected to arrive in France in 2027. ecns.cn After bidding farewell to giant pandas Huan Huan and Yuan Zi, who recently concluded their 13-year stay in France, the country is expected to welcome a new pair of pandas in 2027, according to a newly signed letter of intent between the China Wildlife Conservation Association (CWCA) and Beauval Zoo in Saint-Aignan.
(2025-12-06). Widow of murdered reporter Dom Phillips empowers young Indigenous leaders to defend the rainforest. Cristina Zahar 
(2025-12-06). The Collapse Of Europe's Four Major Dividends Analysis. eurasiareview.com By Chen Li | It is easy to see why people around the world feel a mix of envy and admiration when it comes to the lifestyle of Europeans. Paid annual leave often extends to four or five weeks, and work-life balance has become an assumed basic right. Healthcare is free, university tuition is low or even non-existent, unemployment benefits are comprehensive, and pensions are generous. In terms of welfare and leisure, Europe* truly leads the way. This strong sense of confidence is largely thanks to the feeling that life is safeguarded by the system, which gives Europeans the energy to focus on more "lofty" issues…
(2025-12-06). Australia Energy Profile: Fossil Fuels Account For Almost 98% Of Primary Energy Production Analysis. eurasiareview.com ( Fossil fuels accounted for almost 98% of Australia's primary energy production. A large producer of both natural gas and coal, Australia is a net exporter of energy. Around two-thirds of Australia's production is exported.2 | Australia's primary energy consumption remained relatively flat in 2023. Fossil fuels accounted for 93% of consumption. Renewables made up only 6% of consumption but hav…
(2025-12-06). Why Crime in India does not die, but Mutates. ummid.com Crime in India does not collapse under new laws or shifting government, but mutates and absorbs pressure, adopts fresh disguises, and reappears inside the very institutions meant to contain it.
(2025-12-06). India-US Trade Talks: Navigating Tariffs and Future Growth. devdiscourse.com India and the United States are poised to kick off crucial three-day negotiations on December 10, aiming to advance the first phase of their proposed bilateral trade agreement. Sources indicate that the meetings aim to tackle existing tariff challenges and progress towards a comprehensive trade pact.
(2025-12-06). Beyond the Crown: The Miss Universe Scandal That Exposed a Damaging System. moderndiplomacy.eu On the eve of the 74th Miss Universe pageant in Bangkok, an unexpected confrontation exposed the tense power dynamics behind the glamour. During a closed-door session, Fátima Bosch, Mexico's representative, was publicly insulted by Nawat Itsaragrisil, the director of Miss Universe Thailand, who then ordered security to remove her from the room. The incident triggered …
(2025-12-06). Video Collapses Hegseth's Defense of Boat Bombing. portside.org Video Collapses Hegseth's Defense of Boat Bombing |
(2025-12-06). Explainer: How AI is Reshaping India's Waste Ecosystem. ummid.com When waste is traced, trusted, and treated as an asset, it no longer marks the end of a product's journey. It becomes the starting point of a smarter, more circular economy, and this is exactly what Recykal is doing.
(2025-12-06). UPPSC PCS 2025: Number of Vacancies increased ahead of Prelim results. ummid.com The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) has increased the Provincial Civil Service (PCS) vacancies ahead of the UPPSC PCS 2025 Prelim result.
(2025-12-06). December movie releases 'battle it out' in China to delight fans. ecns.cn On December 5, the big screens in China presented a diverse array of offerings. Two American films, including the 4K-restored version of "Witness for the Prosecution," adapted from Agatha Christie's classic work. Meanwhile, "The Running Man," based on a novel by Stephen King, aims to deliver high-octane chase and escape sequences.
(2025-12-06). Bihar 10th Date Sheet 2026 | Practical from Jan 19, Theory from Feb 17. ummid.com BSEB Bihar 10th 2026 Exam: The Bihar School Board of Education (BSEB) has released on its official website the detailed time table and date sheet of the 10th (Matric or Secondary) board exams 2026.
(2025-12-06). Australia hits Afghan Taliban officials with sanctions, travel bans. geo.tv 
Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Commonwealth of Australia Penny Wong addresses the 79th United Nations General Assembly at UN headquarters in New York, U.S., September 27, 2024. — ReutersMeasures hit three Taliban regime ministers and chief justice.Sanctions come under…
(2025-12-06). Friday Nite Videos | December 5, 2025. portside.org Friday Nite Videos | December 5, 2025 |
(2025-12-06). Martín Mosquera: The Meaning of Milei. newleftreview.org With Latin America in Trump's cross-hairs, a report from Buenos Aires on the social stalemate that allowed far-right firebrand Javier Milei to impose the harshest shock therapy in Argentina's history. Mosquera mobilizes the conceptual legacies of Gramsci, Trotsky, Otto Bauer and Angelo Tasca to identify the function of the region's highly successful new rights.
(2025-12-06). Report confirms Supreme Court findings on dire North of Ireland religious education. thecanary.co A report from Queen's University Belfast (QUB) has validated the findings of a recent Supreme Court ruling that found the North of Ireland's religious education fails to be "objective, critical or pluralistic" and amounted to a form of illegal indoctrination. QUB explain that the study entitled RWE for All' (Religion and Worldviews Education for All) […] | By
(2025-12-06). Controversy Erupts Over Punjab's Zila Parishad and Panchayat Samiti Elections. devdiscourse.com In a heated political development, the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) has accused the ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) of orchestrating the rejection of its candidates' nominations for the upcoming Zila Parishad and Panchayat Samiti elections in Punjab.
(2025-12-06). 7,000-year-old village discovered in Iran's Dehdasht. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 06 (MNA) — Archaeologists have discovered a 7,000-year-old prehistoric village beneath the historic city of Dehdasht, shedding new light on the region's Neolithic past and early urban development.
(2025-12-06). Cyclone Ditwah: Over 150 dead, hundreds missing in Sri Lanka. ummid.com Over 150 people have died while hundreds others are missing as the Cyclone Ditwah fury continues to ravage most part of Sri Lanka, with impact felt in Chennai and other parts of Tamil Nadu in India Sunday.
(2025-12-06). Spain's Courtroom Politics OpEd. eurasiareview.com By Mark Nayler | If there is a threat to democracy in Spain, it's not from the "far right," that mysterious force to which Socialist prime minister Pedro Sánchez wants to attribute all the country's problems. Recent developments have highlighted two issues that are causing much more damage to public trust in democratic institutions—namely, the politicization of the judiciary, or "lawfare," and financial
(2025-12-06). Rich NYers Aren't Fleeing After All. portside.org Rich NYers Aren't Fleeing After All |
(2025-12-06). Nan Z. Da: Literary Criticism in the Age of AI. newleftreview.org Critical analyses of AI usually adopt a stance of defensive humanism. Instead, Nan Da interrogates its mode of reasoning. How do LLMs make the step from data to inference—and what does it mean when they can no longer differentiate the two? Lessons from Emily Dickinson on linguistic interpretation's necessary freedoms—and responsibilities.
(2025-12-06). DAILY MEMO: Border Patrol In Disguise Try to Hire Day Laborers to Kidnap Them. lataco.com Border Patrol raided five Home Depots, chased a man into a bus, and a flower vendor into a gas station, who were among at least 13 people kidnapped around the Southland, with most of the focus in Orange County today.
(2025-12-06). Revitalizing Punjab: The Long-Awaited Revival of the Qadian-Beas Rail Project. devdiscourse.com The long-standing Qadian-Beas rail line in Punjab is set for revival, as announced by Minister of State for Railways, Ravneet Singh Bittu. The 40 km rail project, 'frozen' due to substantial land acquisition and political challenges, is now back on track following Bittu's directive to defreeze the initiative.
(2025-12-06). Delhi Nursery Admission 2026 for Open Seats Starts Today. ummid.com DoE has started from today i.e. Thursday December 04, 2025 admission for Open Seats other than EWS/DG/CWSN Category Seats) in Private Unaided Recognized schools of Delhi for the session 2026-27.
(2025-12-06). Lukashenko hails technological breakthroughs, achievements of Legmash Plant. eng.belta.by Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko congratulated the management, employees, and veterans of Legmash Plant on the 80th anniversary.
(2025-12-06). Afghanistan accuses Pakistan of attacking Kandahar. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 06 (MNA) — The Afghan interim government has accused Pakistan of carrying out a cross-border attack on Kandahar, claiming that Afghan forces successfully repelled the incursion.
(2025-12-06). Super moon seen across China. ecns.cn The last super moon in 2025 was seen across China on Thursday night.
(2025-12-06). Lukashenko sends birthday greetings to president of Kyrgyzstan. eng.belta.by "Your fruitful work as head of state is an example of professionalism, political foresight, and fortitude, which you demonstrate in promoting the interests of the Kyrgyz Republic," the message of congratulation said.
(2025-12-06). 'Good House' in Hong Kong receives residents affected by Tai Po fire. ecns.cn A number of transitional housing projects have been launched to resettle residents affected by the fire that broke out at a residential building in the Tai Po area of Hong Kong. As of Wednesday noon, a cumulative 680 households comprising 1,613 people have moved into transitional housing units, according to Winnie Ho Wing-yin, current Secretary for Housing in Hong Kong.
(2025-12-06). Indonesian president names first panda cub born in the country. ecns.cn The giant panda Hu Chun, currently living in Indonesia, gave birth to a cub last Thursday at the Taman Safari Zoo in Bogor, Indonesia, which marks the first giant panda cub ever born in the country.
(2025-12-06). Gabriele Pedullà : Timpanaro's Materials. newleftreview.org Gabriele Pedullà on Tom Geue, Major Corrections. Intellectual biography of Sebastiano Timpanaro, who brought the tools of philology to bear in a keen-sighted historical materialism.
(2025-12-06). Russian Drone Strikes Escalate Tensions in Ukraine's Railway Hubs. devdiscourse.com A regional railway depot near Kyiv fell victim to a significant Russian drone and missile barrage damaging several railway carriages, according to Ukrainian state railway company Ukrzaliznytsia. No casualties were reported in the attack on Fastiv town despite extensive destruction.
(2025-12-06). Chinese food delivery platform Ele.me officially renamed as Taobao Shangou. ecns.cn Taobao Shangou announced on Friday that Ele.me app will undergo a comprehensive upgrade to become Taobao Shangou (flash delivery) immediately upon updating to its latest version.
(2025-12-06). Pardon Netanyahu only if he leaves office: Israeli leaders. ummid.com Prominent Israeli leaders have asserted that Benjamin Netanyahu should be granted pardon only if he retires as Prime Minister and from public life.
(2025-12-06). Russia: Orthodox Priest Tortured, Prosecuted For 'Overt Disrespect For Society' Analysis. eurasiareview.com By Victoria Arnold | Officers of the National Guard, Investigative Committee, and Federal Security Service (FSB) in the southern Krasnodar Region arrested an independent Orthodox priest on 27 November and searched his church, seizing devices and money. Investigators then kept Fr Iona Sigida in custody overnight and appear to have tortured him during interrogation, according to parishioners. The next day, Slavyansk City Court placed him under house arrest until late January 2026. | Following the raid on the church, a parishioner "found a terrible mess" afterwards. "They'd rummaged through the sanctuary, barbaro…
(2025-12-06). Arctic Region Becoming Increasingly Contested Analysis. eurasiareview.com By Luke Coffey | In a surprising move at this time of year, a tanker from Russia's Arctic LNG 2 project on Wednesday traveled along the Northern Sea Route to markets in Asia even as winter conditions were beginning to set in. Russia transporting liquefied natural gas to Asian markets, particularly China, along its northern coast is hardly unusual. What stands out here is the timing. | Regular commercial traffic on the Northern Sea Route typically tapers off by November as ice conditions worsen, with navigation normally concentrated in the July-November period. Unusually favorable weather this year, combined wi…
(2025-12-06). Chinese paddlers seal sixth straight win after crushing France at ITTF Mixed Team World Cup. ecns.cn Tournament hosts China beat France 8-2 to clinch their sixth consecutive win at the ITTF (International Table Tennis Federation) Mixed Team World Cup in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province, on Thursday.
(2025-12-06). Trump Floats No Income Tax Pledge Again OpEd. eurasiareview.com By Andrew Moran | During the 2024 election, President Donald Trump teased that he would eventually eliminate the income tax. A couple of months into his second term, Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick suggested that the president would scrap the income tax for those earning under $150,000. Trump is back again, proposing a landmark pledge of no income tax for hard-working Americans. | No Income Tax for America: | The latest must-watch
(2025-12-06). IBM, Cisco join hands to build 'Networked Quantum Computers'. ummid.com Tech giants IBM and Cisco have announced to build jointly a large scale network of Quantum computers.
(2025-12-06). CAT 2025 Answer Key: Steps, Link to Download. ummid.com The Indian Institutes of Management (IIM) Kozhikode is set to release on its official website 'iimcat.ac.in' the official Answer Key of CAT 2025 (Common Admission Test 2025) after successfully conducting it Sunday.
(2025-12-06). Sri Lankan in Dubai credits Chinese e-commerce for enriching his work and life | My Story with Chinese Modernization. ecns.cn Ashvin, originally from Sri Lanka and now based in Dubai, works for a Chinese media outlet. His job is capturing China's stories with lenses, which mainly involves Chinese-made products. He says these items add convenience and a spark of enjoyment to both his work and personal life.
(2025-12-06). Israeli military stages new incursion into Syria's Beit Jinn. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 06 (MNA) — Local sources in Syria report that Israeli forces carried out a new incursion into the Beit Jinn area near Damascus, deploying tanks and armored vehicles into an abandoned military site.
(2025-12-06). The Paradox of Powerlessness: Why Middle East Oil No Longer Commands Global Panic. moderndiplomacy.eu In June 2025, when Israel launched a major air strike against Iranian nuclear facilities and Iran retaliated with missile strikes on Israeli cities, the oil market barely moved. Brent briefly rose to £79 per barrel, then fell back below its pre-conflict level within days. This weak response signals a major shift in global power politics: …
(2025-12-06). Flu positivity hits 51% in China as school clusters rise. ecns.cn China's flu activity has surged to high levels, according to the Chinese Center for Disease Control and Prevention.Data shows that 51.1 percent of outpatient visits for influenza-like illnesses tested positive for the flu, up slightly from 44.8 percent in the previous week."ÄÄ"ÄÄMeanwhile, the positivity rate for respiratory syncytial virus was 3.5 percent, and for rhinovirus, it was 5.3 percent.
(2025-12-06). Russia's repression record. CPJ Europe and Central Asia Program 
(2025-12-06). Belarusian Maryna Zuyeva makes top ten in 5000m at World Cup in Netherlands. eng.belta.by Belarusian athlete Maryna Zuyeva earned qualifying points for the Olympic selection at the ISU Speed Skating World Cup 3 in the Netherlands…
(2025-12-06). Egyptian FM, IAEA's Grossi discuss Iran's nuclear file. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 06 (MNA) — Egypt's Foreign Minister held a phone call with IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi to discuss Iran's peaceful nuclear activities, emphasizing the importance of dialogue, confidence-building, and regional stability.
(2025-12-06). Iran's patience limited over UAE's baseless island claims. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 06 (MNA) — Iran has voiced a strong warning to the UAE over its purported claims on the Persian Gulf islands, linking them to Abu Dhabi's broader regional ambitions and alliances with colonial powers.
(2025-12-06). Trump Frees Drug Trafficker; US Meddles In Honduras' Elections. popularresistance.org Donald Trump has pardoned and freed from prison one of the world's worst drug dealers, the former dictator of Honduras, Juan Orlando Hernández, who was convicted of trafficking more than 400 tons of cocaine and machine guns into the United States. | Meanwhile, the Trump administration has been openly meddling in Honduras' 2025 election. | Honduran electoral officials have revealed evidence of massive fraud, aimed at putting a right-wing US-backed candidate in power. | The US government sponsored a military coup against Honduras' democratically elected left-wing president in 2009.
(2025-12-06). How to Find New Game Gems in Your App Store. moguldom.com If you've opened your App Store lately and felt like you were seeing the same handful of games recycled again and again, well, you're not alone. With mobile gaming now a multi-billion-pound industry, developers are churning out titles faster than ever, but that doesn't mean they're easy to find. The top charts are dominated by …
(2025-12-06). Over 120,000 volunteers assist prosecutors in public-interest litigation. ecns.cn More than 120,000 volunteers have registered with Chinese prosecutorial bodies to assist in public-interest litigation cases, enhancing both the efficiency and quality of the work, the Supreme People's Procuratorate, China's top prosecutorial authority, announced on Friday, coinciding with International Volunteer Day.
(2025-12-06). Chinese Premier Li Qiang meets French President Emmanuel Macron. ecns.cn Chinese Premier Li Qiang on Thursday met with visiting French President Emmanuel Macron in Beijing.
(2025-12-06). Iran celebrates Caspian horse heritage at national festival. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 06 (MNA) — Northern Iran welcomed breeders and enthusiasts for the 20th National Festival honoring the purebred Caspian horse.
(2025-12-06). CBSE asks schools to strictly follow NEW Practical Exam SOPs. ummid.com The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has released on its official website a new Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for 2026 Practical Exams to be conducted for Classes 10 and 12.
(2025-12-06). India going through extremely sensitive, worrying phase: Jamiat Ulama. ummid.com The Jamiat Ulama i Hind Saturday November 29, 2025 at its National Governing Meeting expressed concerns over the current situation in India.
(2025-12-06). NEP 2020 and Silent Erosion of Minority Rights. ummid.com The National Education Policy 2020 represents a quiet and comprehensive restructuring of Higher Education that never once acknowledges the existence of constitutional Minority Rights.
(2025-12-06). Central Asia Has A Drug Problem, And It Is Growing Worse Analysis. eurasiareview.com By Bruce Pannier | (
(2025-12-06). Civil Aviation Ministry asks IndiGo to complete ticket refund process for passengers impacted by disrupted flights by 8 pm on Sunday. devdiscourse.com
(2025-12-06). "The Struggle Continues:" President Maduro Delivers a Message in Portuguese to Brazil's People. orinocotribune.com
(2025-12-06). Trump's New Security Strategy Paints Europe As Weak And Facing 'Civilizational Erasure'. eurasiareview.com
(2025-12-06). Members of Congress, CPJ, Amnesty International USA to hold press conference about Israel's systematic targeting of journalists. cpj.org
(2025-12-06). Multinational cooperation highlights the dynamic growth of Tianjin. ecns.cn
(2025-12-06). 10 big things about China you should not miss (Nov. 30- Dec. 6). ecns.cn
(2025-12-06). China's success in modernization beyond the West's expectation. ecns.cn
(2025-12-06). Chinese, French leaders vow to strengthen bilateral cooperation. ecns.cn
(2025-12-06). CPJ, 29 others call on UN to act on 'unprecedented' rights abuses in Tanzania. CPJ Staff
(2025-12-06). Chinese journalist Du Bin detained for third time, held since October. CPJ Staff
(2025-12-06). A Juggernaut Of Destruction OpEd. eurasiareview.com
(2025-12-06). Myanmar releases 6 journalists in pre-election amnesty. CPJ Staff
(2025-12-06). Haitian gang leader calls for Radio TV Caraibes journalist's assassination. cpj.org/feed/atom/
(2025-12-06). Ensure all baggages separated from passengers due to flight cancellations are delivered within next 48 hours: Govt tells IndiGo. devdiscourse.com
(2025-12-06). Rusia y la India refuerzan cooperación económica con programa estratégico hasta 2030. cubadebate.cu La visita oficial del presidente ruso Vladimir Putin a Nueva Delhi, marcó un hito en las relaciones bilaterales entre ambas potencias. En el marco de esta reunión, se adoptó el Programa para el Desarrollo de àÅreas Estratégicas de la Cooperación Económica hasta 2030, una hoja de ruta que busca expandir la asociación estratégica que mantienen Moscú y Nueva Delhi.
(2025-12-06). Inclusión… con las reglas de Rodo… cubadebate.cu Escribo en nombre de los que agradecemos Las reglas de Rodo, y esperamos que desde el periodismo, la educación, y el corazón de nuestro pueblo, esas reglas se cumplan siempre en nombre del amor para todos nuestros niños.
(2025-12-06). Así quedan los 12 grupos del Mundial de Fútbol 2026. cubadebate.cu Los bombos del Mundial 2026 ya repartieron suerte entre las 48 selecciones participantes: 42 ya están clasificadas y los otros seis cupos aún deberán definirse en el repechaje. El sorteo, que se celebró en Washington D.C., definió la composición de los 12 grupos en lo que será el Mundial con más equipos de la historia.
(2025-12-06). Santiago de Cuba se sigue recuperando (+ Fotos). cubadebate.cu En su sexta visita a territorio santiaguero en poco más de un mes tras el paso del huracán Melissa, el Primer Secretario del Comité Central del Partido y Presidente de la República, Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, recorrió zonas del municipio Tercer Frente.
(2025-12-06). Debutan victoriosos en Mundial de Boxeo, Fernando Arzola y Arlen López. cubadebate.cu El doble monarca olímpico Arlen López y el subtitular universal de 2023 Fernando Arzola firmaron las dos primeras victorias para Cuba en el Campeonato Mundial de la Asociación Internacional de Boxeo (IBA, por sus siglas en inglés) de Dubái, Emiratos àÅrabes Unidos. Arlen se llevó crédito de 4-1 sobre el turco Bayram Malkan.
(2025-12-06). øQué trae el Festival Internacional del Nuevo Cine Latinoamericano para este sábado? cubadebate.cu Este fin de semana, el Festival Internacional del Nuevo Cine Latinoamericano concentra la atención de cinéfilos y curiosos en La Habana. La cita invita a recorrer la riqueza del cine latinoamericano y a descubrir las tendencias narrativas y estéticas que marcan el pulso de la producción actual.
(2025-12-05). Israel shredding Gaza ceasefire while US distracted by Ukraine. responsiblestatecraft.org There is no ceasefire in the Gaza Strip, even though an
(2025-12-05). Microsoft Faces Reckoning For Assisting Israel's Genocide In Gaza. popularresistance.org Ahead of its annual shareholders meeting on December 5, Microsoft is coming under mounting pressure to reconsider its relationship with the Israeli military, which has used the tech giant's products to carry out the genocide in Gaza and ethnic cleansing of the West Bank. | In an open letter to the company released on Tuesday, December 2, an international coalition of legal aid groups said Microsoft and its executives potentially face legal liability for "aiding and abetting … atrocity crimes" committed by the Israeli military against Palestinian civilians. | "Over the last few months, it has become exceedingly…
(2025-12-05). Several nations boycott Eurovision over Gaza genocide. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 05 (MNA) — Ireland, Spain, the Netherlands and Slovenia announced they would not take part in next year's Eurovision Song Contest, after it was decided Israel would be allowed to compete.
(2025-12-05). CNN partners with Kalshi, a gambling app that lets you wager on starvation in Gaza. therealnews.com 
(2025-12-05). Israeli-backed militia leader killed in Gaza. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — The occupying Israeli regime suffered a setback after its most prominent militia leader was killed in Gaza.
(2025-12-05). Trump's War on 'Narcoterrorism' Is a Smokescreen. progressive.org The Trump Administration's recent bombings off the coast of Venezuela signal a return to Cold War-era military aggression.
(2025-12-05). Resistance builds within the United States against Trump's drive to war with Venezuela. peoplesdispatch.org The US government has continued to accelerate its drive to war with Venezuela. While rumors circulate about phone calls and possible talks between US President Donald Trump and Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, in tandem, the US head of state has continued to launch bizarre and illegal threats and accusations against the South American nation. On Saturday, November 29, Trump
(2025-12-05). Italian workers' general strike backs Palestine, Venezuela. workers.org 
On Nov. 28 following a call by the grassroots union Unione Sindacale di Base (USB), Italian workers held a 24-hour general strike that limited airline flights and train travel within Italy and disrupted work. The next day many strikers joined the mass demonstration in Rome for the International Day of . . . |
(2025-12-05). Cubanos rinden tributo a Fidel en noveno aniversario de su sepelio. radiohc.cu Miles de cubanos acudieron este jueves hasta el monolito que atesora las cenizas del líder histórico de la Revolución cubana, Fidel Castro Ruz (1926-2016), para rendirle tributo, a nueve años de su sepelio en el cementerio Santa Ifigenia, de Santiago de Cuba. | Desde la Plaza de la Revolución Mayor General Antonio Maceo Grajales, transitaron por la Avenida Patria y llegaron hasta el camposanto, como reedición de la peregrinación popular que el 4 de Diciembre de 2016, acompañó las exequias del Comandante en su último trayecto. | Jóvenes, estudiantes, militares y civiles, combatientes de la Revolución cubana y el p…
(2025-12-05). Saturday 12/27: How Trump The Grinch Stole Democracy! indybay.org corner of Van Ness and O'Farrell St, San Francisco…
(2025-12-05). Czechia Suspends Funding for Flamingo Missiles Amid Ukraine's Corruption Scandal. globalresearch.ca Approximately $623,000 raised through a crowdfunding initiative in Czechia has not been transferred to Fire Point, the company that manufactures Ukraine's Flamingo cruise missiles, according to the Czech portal iDNES. The rethink came after it emerged that the manufacturer was …
(2005-12-25). For a cultural and academic boycott of the UAE: An open letter in solidarity with the Sudanese people. links.org.au 
We, the undersigned workers and members of academic and cultural institutions, condemn the United Arab Emirates' role in creating, funding, and prolonging the counter-revolutionary war in Sudan.
(2025-12-05). Desperate Policies of Militarization: Majority World Faith and the Defeat of Western Nihilism. globalresearch.ca Western governments do not even bother now to hide the essential nihilism of their policies in the face of the decline of their political-military and economic power relative to the majority world. This nihilism of the ruling elites of the …
(2025-12-05). Trump Ukraine Plan AOA (Alive On Arrival). popularresistance.org Despite widespread rejection and ridicule in Western media of Donald Trump's peace proposal on Ukraine being "dead on arrival" in Moscow, there was Trump's envoy and his son-in-law discussing the "dead" document for five hours until midnight on Tuesday with Russian President Vladimir Putin at the Kremlin. | Yury Ushakov, Putin's chief aide on Ukraine, in the official readout, said the two sides discussed several options, including territorial issues, and agreed to continue contacts. | "We did not discuss specific formulations, specific American proposals, but discussed the very essence of what is embedded in thes…
(2025-12-05). So Long as You've Got Your Health! counterpunch.org 
Roundabouts The Thanksgiving trip from Norwich, England to the island of Anglesey in North Wales, where our daughter Molly lives, is about six hours, a long drive for a small country. It's tedious too. The way west requires a combination of motorways, highways and small roads stitched together by dozens of roundabouts — "traffic circles"
(2025-12-05). Corporate Pressure Mounts On Chileans Opposing Copper Mine. popularresistance.org Vancouver-based Los Andes Copper, developer of the proposed Vizcachitas copper-molybdenum mine in Chile's Valparaíso region, has launched an aggressive campaign targeting the municipality of Putaendo's mayor, Mauricio Quiroz, and local biologist Arón Cádiz-Véliz. The company is pressing legal and media challenges against them for opposing the mine and leading scientific efforts to protect the area. | The conflict centres on a report and technical study commissioned by the municipality, aimed at designating the Rocín River Valley—a high-altitude ecosystem with glaciers, wetlands, and endemic species—as…
(2025-12-05). China narrows U.S.' scientific research lead. ecns.cn China and the United States vied for the top spot across research fronts in 11 major scientific fields, with the US achieving only a marginal edge in overall performance, a report released recently said.
(2025-12-05). UKMTO warns of fresh vessel incident off Yemen. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) on Friday reported an unspecified incident involving a merchant vessel about 15 nautical miles west of Yemen, near Houthi-controlled coastal waters in the Red Sea. Details on the nature of the incident, possible damage, or crew safety remain unclear, with an investigation underway. UKMTO urged ships in the area to exercise "extreme caution," maintain heightened vigilance, and report any suspicious activity.Private maritime security firms, including Ambrey, echoed the alert and recommended that vessels transit at maximum speed and avoid coastal approac…
(2025-12-05). Court Sets Date to Begin Hearing of "No Cow No Vote" Protest Case. plusnews.ug 
The Soroti Chief Magistrate's Court has set a date for the hearing of the "No Cow No Vote" protest case on February 12, 2026. ‚ÄéThe case involves the Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) party president, Patrick Amuriat Oboi, including Jonathan Ebwalu, member of Parliament for Soroti City West, Joan Alobo, MP for Soroti City, and …
(2025-12-05). WHYY Newscast for Friday 4:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2025-12-05). Death anniversary of Hazrat Umm ul-Banin (SA) in Birjand. en.mehrnews.com BIRJAND, Dec. 05 (MNA) — The mourning ceremony of the demise anniversary of Hazrat Umm ul-Banin (SA) was held in Birjand, South Khorasan province on Thursday night with the participation of pious people of this city.
(2025-12-05). More than 7,200 healthcare workers at Oregon Health & Science University authorize strike. wsws.org Healthcare workers at Oregon Health & Science University overwhelmingly vote to authorize strike action, demanding higher wages and safe staffing, as unions work to isolate struggle from broader working class movement.
(2025-12-05). This is Where Authoritarianism Leads. counterpunch.org 
Authoritarianism is not just the loss of democracy, freedom of expression or civil liberties. It can also mean horrific wars and massive loss of life. When we defend democracy, we are fighting not only for our personal freedoms but to prevent autocratic leaders from dragging us into bloody and unnecessary wars. Vladimir Putin's invasion of
(2025-12-05). Milwaukee4Palestine: Sign the petition! Louis Fortis and the editors of the Shepherd Express: Shepherd Express Denies GENOCIDE Demand Better Journalism Now. wibailoutpeople.org 
Milwaukee4Palestine Click here to share this petition on Facebook. Click here to share this petition on Twitter. Or you can send your friends this link: actionnetwork.org/petitions/shepherd-exp… Copy and paste this email to friends to spread the word: Subject: Sign the petition! Louis Fortis and the editors of the Shepherd Express: Shepherd Express Denies GENOCIDE — …
(2025-12-05). Sunday 12/7: Plants and Presents for Palestine. indybay.org In front of 385 Colusa Ave, Kensington CA…
(2025-12-05). CARTOONS: climate argy-bargy, totally toxic. independentaustralia.net 
(2025-12-05). FIFA World Cup 2026 draw: Groups, teams, format, Trump, peace prize. aljazeera.com Mexico will open the World Cup against South Africa, while holders Argentina will face Algeria in their first game.
(2025-12-05). Germany: The World Champion for Rearmament. globalresearch.ca The international peace research institute in Sweden's capital has now taken a close look at the sales and profits of arms companies.
(2025-12-05). WHYY Newscast for Friday 2:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2025-12-05). IUCN classifies Persian Gulf mangroves as 'vulnerable'. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — The first global assessment of mangroves by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) has classified mangrove forests in the Persian Gulf as vulnerable (VU) overall.
(2025-12-05). Drones spotted near Zelensky's flight path to Dublin spark security alert. scmp.com An Irish navy ship spotted up to five drones operating near the flight path of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's aircraft as he arrived for a state visit to Ireland on Monday, local media reported on Thursday. | The sighting triggered a major security alert amid fears it was an attempt to interfere with the flight path, the Irish Times reported. It quoted unnamed sources as saying the aircraft, which arrived slightly early, was not in any danger.
(2025-12-05). Gabriele Pedullà : Timpanaro's Materials. newleftreview.org Gabriele Pedullà on Tom Geue, Major Corrections. Intellectual biography of Sebastiano Timpanaro, who brought the tools of philology to bear in a keen-sighted historical materialism.
(2025-12-05). How Trump is Savaging the Poor: the New Victory Gardens. juancole.com ( When I was poorer, that card filled every month with money I could spend on food — fruits and vegetables, oil, spices, and c…
(2025-12-05). Fighting flares in DR Congo within hours of Trump's peace deal ceremony. aljazeera.com The Rwandan-backed M23 rebel group and government forces have traded blame for the renewed fighting.
(2025-12-05). Kayoola E-Coach arrives in South Africa as Uganda and MTN deepen innovation talks. independent.co.ug Johannesburg, South Africa | THE INDEPENDENT | The Kayoola E-Coach, Uganda's flagship electric bus developed by Kiira Motors Corporation, has arrived in South Africa, marking a significant milestone for Uganda's growing innovation and e-mobility agenda on the continent. The arrival of the bus in Johannesburg on Friday, December 5, 2025, was followed by a strategic …
(2025-12-05). Economic cooperation in focus as Brazilian ambassador meets Qazvin governor. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Brazil's Ambassador to Iran, André Veras Guimarà£es, met with Mohammad Nozari, the governor of Qazvin Province, on Wednesday.
(2025-12-05). Three years of sanctions prove John McCain wrong about Russia. strategic-culture.su By Jose NINO | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | In March 2014, the late Senator John McCain of Arizona stood on the Senate floor and…
(2025-12-05). Video: Yurii Sheliazhenko on So-Called Trump Peace Plan for Ukraine. worldbeyondwar.org WBW Board Member Sheliazhenko says there are signs that Trump's plan is mainly aimed at asserting U.S. global leadership and economic interests, as well as Trump's personal interests. #WorldBEYONDWar…
(2025-12-05). March for Mumia press conference in Reading, Pennsylvania. workers.org 
Philadelphia An energetic rally and press conference outside the Berks Couny Courthouse in Reading, Pennsylvania, marked the mid-point in the epic 12-day March for Mumia. The march began in Philadelphia on Nov. 28 and is scheduled to end on Dec. 9 outside State Correctional Institution (SCI) Mahanoy prison in Frackville. . . . |
(2025-12-05). Nikkei Slides as Investors Brace for Key US Inflation Data; Asia Mostly Higher. moderndiplomacy.eu Asian markets were mixed on Friday as Japan's Nikkei 225 fell 1.3%, reversing its weekly gains ahead of crucial U.S. inflation data that could influence a divided Federal Reserve. The drop followed weak Japanese household spending figures and rising expectations of a Bank of Japan rate hike later this month. Meanwhile, global markets traded cautiously, …
(2025-12-05). Trump hails "historic triumph" as Rwanda and Congo sign U.S.-brokered peace deal. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- U.S. President Donald Trump celebrated what he called a "great day for Africa, great day for the WORLD" as Rwandan President Paul Kagame and Democratic Republic of Congo President Félix Tshisekedi signed a sweeping peace and economic accord at the White House on Thursday. Flanked by Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Trump cast the deal as a signature diplomatic achievement, asserting it will help end decades of bloodshed in eastern Congo while expanding U.S. access to the DRC's critical mineral reserves. "This ends 30 years of senseless war, jobs, prosperity, and peace for mill…
(2025-12-05). Claim: Rejecting Emissions Targets Undermines the International Rules Based Order. wattsupwiththat.com Apparently New Zealand's climate defiance could bring down the Jenga Tower of international law.
(2025-12-05). Columbia Then-President Opposed Academic Boycott Of Universities in 2007. indybay.org "On June 12, 2007, the then-president of the currently Tel Aviv University [TAU].-linked Columbia University…said: '… At Columbia I am proud to say that we embrace Israeli scholars and universities…'…"
(2025-12-05). Chile's presidential runoff: Communist Party Jara vs. far-right Kast. peoplesdispatch.org Chileans will head to the second round of presidential elections on December 14 and choose between two candidates which appear to be on opposite ends of the ideological spectrum…
(2025-12-05). When the judge meets the algorithm: AI tools entering India's courts. globalvoices.org 
(2025-12-05). Why Japan Just Humiliated China's Red-Line Threats. thinktank.pk the Taiwan Strait remains a flashpoint of global tension, with recent exchanges between Tokyo and Beijing amplifying fears of miscalculation. A recent commentary from a Chinese state-affiliated outlet lambasts Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi for "evasiveness" on Taiwan policy, demanding a "comprehensive explanation" to avert a "deeper crisis." Yet, this narrative overlooks Japan's consistent adherence …
(2025-12-05). WHYY Newscast for Friday 11:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2025-12-05). EU fines X ‚Ǩ120M in first major DSA action as U.S. blasts ruling. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- The European Commission on Friday imposed a ‚Ǩ120 million ($140 million) fine on Elon Musk's platform X, the first major penalty under the EU's Digital Services Act (DSA), after a two-year investigation found the company failed key transparency and consumer-protection requirements.Regulators cited for three violations. The largest, a ‚Ǩ45 million penalty, targets X's paid blue-check system, which replaced legacy verification for public figures with a subscription model.The Commission ruled the feature constitutes "deceptive design" because it allows anyone to purchase…
(2025-12-05). EXCELLENCE AWARDS: PRAU hailed for recognizing Uganda's best innovators. independent.co.ug 
PRAU honors Uganda's top innovators at 9th Excellence Awards Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Public Relations Association of Uganda (PRAU) has been hailed for investing in recorgnising organizations and individuals who champion innovations and brilliance. Held under the theme "Recognizing Innovation and Impact in Public Relations," the 9th PRAU Excellence Awards, held at Protea …
(2025-12-05). DOJ Plans to End Sexual Violence Protections for Incarcerated LGBTQIA+ People. truthout.org The Department of Justice (DOJ) plans to dismantle protections for trans and intersex people in federal, state, and local prisons, jails, and youth detention facilities, according to a government memo obtained by Prism. The memo, dated Dec. 2, takes aim at existing standards of the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) that the department says do not comport with the Trump administration's… |
(2025-12-05). Iran in the past week: Key developments at home and abroad. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 05 (MNA) — Here is a concise weekly digest of the most significant political, economic, cultural, and social developments in Iran, published every Friday by Mehr News Agency.
(2025-12-05). Royal Oak, Michigan parents oppose fascist high school club. wsws.org A packed meeting of the Royal Oak Board of Education heard parents describe the forming of a Turning Point USA club at the local high school as a threat to their children.
(2025-12-05). PDP Pushes for Age Limit Extension in J&K Competitive Exams. devdiscourse.com The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on Friday called on Lt Governor Manoj Sinha to approve a significant change proposed by the Jammu and Kashmir government. The proposal aims to raise the upper age limit for the upcoming combined competitive examination to 35 years for open merit candidates, potentially benefiting many young aspirants.
(2025-12-05). DRC, Rwanda sign U.S.-brokered peace deal to end eastern conflict. independent.co.ug 
KINSHASA,DRC | Xinhua | The leaders of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and Rwanda have signed a U.S.-brokered peace deal in Washington, aimed at ending the decades-long conflict in eastern DRC. Endorsed on Thursday by DRC President Felix Tshisekedi and Rwandan President Paul Kagame, the accord was hailed by the White House as …
(2025-12-05). Spain, Ireland, Slovenia, Netherlands Boycott Eurovision Over Israel's Inclusion. truthout.org Four countries have announced that they are boycotting the Eurovision Song Contest in 2026 because of the organizers' much-criticized decision to allow Israel to continue participating in the competition, despite its genocide. Ireland, Spain, Slovenia and the Netherlands are pulling out of the competition for next year, after the body behind the competition, the European Broadcasting Union… |
(2025-12-05). Netflix to acquire Warner Bros Discovery, raising antitrust concerns. aljazeera.com Critics say the deal would create less competition in Hollywood and limit choice for consumers.
(2025-12-05). Sahand 2025 Joint Anti-Terrorism Drill. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 05 (MNA) —The Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) launched Sahand-2025 joint anti-terrorism exercise with members of Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) in Iran's East Azarbaijan province on Wednesday for a period of five days.
(2025-12-05). Why Is Every Newborn Forced to Get the Dangerous Hepatitis B Vaccine? globalresearch.ca The hepatitis B vaccine has been marred by controversy since its inception, particularly since it is now given to every newborn child despite less than one in a million children benefitting from this policy | Remarkably, much of that controversy (e.g., …
(2025-12-05). SCOTUS Lets Texas Use GOP-Friendly Congressional Map as Legal Battle Continues. truthout.org Texas can use its new, GOP-friendly congressional map while a legal challenge plays out, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled, temporarily pausing a lower court ruling that had blocked the map from going into effect. With the Dec. 8 candidate filing deadline fast approaching, the high court's decision likely means Texas' new map will be used for the 2026 midterm elections. |
(2025-12-05). AI Boom Ignites Innovation-and Alarms Over Jobs, Power Demand. moderndiplomacy.eu Artificial intelligence has become the world's fastest-moving technological shift since the internet era, drawing trillions in investment and driving corporate restructuring. At the Reuters NEXT conference in New York, business leaders and policymakers focused on AI's transformative power while acknowledging rising fears over job losses, over-reliance on data centers, and the pace of disruption. Why …
(2025-12-05). Democracy Now! 2025-12-05 Friday. democracynow.org Headlines for December 05, 2025; Rigging Democracy: Supreme Court Approves Racial Texas Gerrymander, Handing Trump Midterm Advantage; 5,000 Arrests? ICE Descends on Louisiana to Carry Out Raids in World's "Incarceration Capital"; Trump Calls Somali Community "Garbage": Minnesota Responds to Racist Rant and Immigration Sweeps; "Alejandro Was Murdered": Colombian Fisherman's Family Files Claim Against U.S. over Boat Strike | Headlines for December 05, 2025; Rigging Democracy: Supreme Court Approves Racial Texas Gerrymander, Handing Trump Midterm Advantage; 5,000 Arrests…
(2025-12-05). Saturday 12/6: Free virtual screening of the documentary video: "The Grassroots Tour of Al-Quds" indybay.org Zoom | us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_z1KK……
(2025-12-05). Annual Report 2024 – 2025. aclusocal.org 
Dear friends,Thanks to your generous partnership, we are at the forefront of the fight against authoritarianism in our country.From our ongoing lawsuit challenging ICE raids in our region, to our recent victory affirming the First Amendment rights of journalists and protestors, to our win against book banning in Huntington Beach, your support enables our defense of fundamental rights protected by our Constitution. This brief report describes just a few of our local wins.Your philanthropy has also enabled our ACLU colleagues across the nation to halt Trump's attacks on birthright citizenship and voting rights,…
(2025-12-05). Martín Mosquera: The Meaning of Milei. newleftreview.org With Latin America in Trump's cross-hairs, a report from Buenos Aires on the social stalemate that allowed far-right firebrand Javier Milei to impose the harshest shock therapy in Argentina's history. Mosquera mobilizes the conceptual legacies of Gramsci, Trotsky, Otto Bauer and Angelo Tasca to identify the function of the region's highly successful new rights.
(2025-12-05). EU hits Musk's X with $140m fine for 'deceptive' blue tick, ad transparency. aljazeera.com Landmark penalty triggers US fury as Brussels enforces first digital transparency sanction.
(2025-12-05). US Military Blows Up Another Boat in Latin America Amid Scrutiny of Bombing Campaign. news.antiwar.com The US military blew up another boat in the waters of Latin America on Wednesday, an attack that comes amid growing congressional scrutiny of the bombing campaign. US Southern Command said in a statement on X that its forces conducted a "lethal kinetic strike" on a vessel in the Eastern Pacific Ocean. The command claimed, …
(2025-12-05). President calls on men to take lead in GBV fight. sanews.gov.za President calls on men to take lead in GBV fight | President Cyril Ramaphosa has called on South African men to stand up and be counted in the national fight against gender-based violence (GBV), warning that the country faces a pandemic of violence that will continue to destroy families and communities unless men take responsibility. ⚪ Addressing delegates at the 2025 Men's Indaba at Lemo Green Park in Bloemfontein on Thursday, the President said he was encouraged to see "brothers, fathers, grandfathers, uncles and sons of our nation" gathered with a shared purpose. ⚪ "You are here because you recognise that…
(2025-12-05). World Soil Day an opportunity to rethink how we interact with earth. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Held annually on December 5, World Soil Day 2025 focuses on urban landscapes with the theme Healthy Soils for Healthy Cities.
(2025-12-05). Ilami artisans participate in handicraft exhibition in Iraq. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN ⚪ Ilami artisans have recently participated in a handicraft exhibition in the Iraqi city of Kut, Wasit province, said Head of Ilam Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts Department Farzad Sharifi.
(2025-12-05). Rhino horn seized in multi-agency operation. sanews.gov.za Rhino horn seized in multi-agency operation | A coordinated effort between the Border Management Authority (BMA), the South African Revenue Service (SARS) and the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (DPCI), has led to the seizure of 17 rhino horn and lion and tiger bones. ⚪ This as the BMA, SARS, and the DPCI, working with other stakeholders, have confirmed a breakthrough in the fight against wildlife trafficking, following a coordinated transnational operation that resulted in the seizure of a significant consignment of rhino horns and lion/tiger parts destined for the South East Asian illegal market.
(2025-12-05). CN Launches Winter Fund Appeal. consortiumnews.com Consortium News today launches its end-of year, tax-deductible, Winter Fund Drive as it celebrates 30 years of unmatched independent journalism. Please donate today! Please Donate to CN's 30th Anniversary Winter Fund Drive
(2025-12-05). Tokyo urged to specify its past commitments. ecns.cn Japan owes an explanation to China and the international community as to why it is unwilling to clearly state the commitments it has made in the past and its legal obligations, Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Jian said on Thursday.
(2025-12-05). US health panel ditches guidance to give hepatitis B vaccine to newborns. aljazeera.com The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices has faced swift backlash for its change to government guidance.
(2025-12-05). World Cup 2026: Small nations Big Dreams. aljazeera.com Tiny populations. Brutal logistics. And political turmoil.
(2025-12-05). Activists, media, and politicians infected with dangerous overconfidence on climate change. onlineopinion.com.au Are climate activists victims of the Dunning—Kruger effect? Many scientists say uncertainty is vast, CO₂ impacts are limited, and costly climate alarmism is dangerously overconfident.
(2025-12-05). Eurovision hit by boycotts over Israel's inclusion. aljazeera.com Fans of Europe's annual song contest are fearing for its future after four countries announced they were boycotting.
(2025-12-05). Massive flooding in Asia leaves over 1,500 dead, hundreds missing. wsws.org Capitalist governments around the world have taken no serious steps to address climate change and other forms of environmental degradation that contribute to the extreme weather events now unfolding on a regular basis.
(2025-12-05). Syria Nears Anniversary Of Assad's Fall Amid Renewed 'Deeply Troubling' Abuses, UN Warns. eurasiareview.com By Ephrem Kossaify | Syria is days away from marking the first anniversary of the fall of President Bashar Assad's regime, but the country's interim authorities face mounting criticism over continuing abuses and a fragile security environment, the UN human rights chief said. | In a statement on Friday, UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Turk said early steps by the interim leadership, including the creation of national commissions for transitional justice and missing persons, and investigative bodies examining violence in coastal areas and in Suweida, were "encouraging but only the beginning" of a lo…
(2025-12-05). Cuban Minister of Justice reaffirms zero tolerance policy on drugs. radiohc.cu Cuban Minister of Justice Oscar Silvera reaffirmed the island's zero-tolerance policy on drugs this Thursday. During a press conference, Silvera, who also serves as president of the National Drug Commission, explained that the nation faces greater challenges today in confronting this scourge, due to the international presence of more diverse and potent narcotics.
(2025-12-05). RRB CEN 07/2025 NTPC (UG): Last Date of Application Extended. ummid.com RRB NTPC CEN 07/2025: The Ministry of Railways has extended the last date of application for Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC) Undergraduate (UG) posts as advertised by the of Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) vide Centralised Employment Notice (CEN) No. 07/2025.
(2025-12-05). Tehran, Kabul discuss boosting health cooperation. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Iranian and Afghan officials have discussed ways to promote cooperation between the two countries in the pharmaceutical and medical equipment fields.
(2025-12-05). Madison, December 6, 2025: Starbucks Workers United STRIKE Picket! wibailoutpeople.org 
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(2025-12-05). Sri Lanka: Survivors of Cyclone Ditwah in central plantation district demand permanent housing and condemn plantation management. wsws.org Nuwara Eliya District, with a population of 724,957 and located in a hilly region, is among the worst hit by heavy rainfall, flooding, landslides and stone slides.
(2025-12-05). US Supreme Court allows Texas to use Trump-backed voting map. scmp.com The US Supreme Court on Thursday allowed Texas to use redrawn congressional districts for the 2026 midterm elections, boosting the hopes of President Donald Trump's Republicans to retain control of the House of Representatives. | The push by Texas – which carves out five more Republican-friendly districts and came at the behest of Trump – kicked off a series of similar efforts in states around the country.
(2025-12-05). Donbas Deadline: Putin Threatens All-Out Seizure as Europe Braces for War. thinktank.pk As winter grips Eastern Europe in December 2025, the specter of renewed confrontation looms larger than ever. Russian President Vladimir Putin, in a stark address this week, issued a blunt ultimatum on the Donbas region: Ukrainian forces must withdraw, or Moscow will seize it by force. With Russia already controlling 85% of the contested area …
(2025-12-05). WHYY Newscast for Friday 6:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2025-12-05). IEC engages youth ahead of local government elections. sanews.gov.za IEC engages youth ahead of local government elections | The use of digital platforms must be used optimally to encourage the youth to participate in electoral democracy. | This was the call made at the Electoral Commission's seminar on digital technology held in KwaZulu-Natal on Thursday, ahead of the forthcoming local government elections. | The seminar was initiated to engage various stakeholders on how digital tools and technologies can inspire and drive young people to actively participate in electoral processes. | Held under the theme: "Digital Democracy: Leveraging Digital Technology to Promote Youth Parti…
(2025-12-05). Mother of Love: Portrait of Lady Umm al-Banin. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 05 (MNA) — The book "Mother of Love" narrates the life of Hazrat Umm al-Banin (AS), from her marriage to Imam Ali (AS) through the tragedy of Karbala, highlighting her unwavering devotion.
(2025-12-05). Xi, Macron vow to deepen relations. ecns.cn President Xi Jinping and French President Emmanuel Macron shake hands while jointly meeting the media after their talks on Thursday in Beijing. Macron is on a state visit to China.
(2025-12-05). HKSAR govt urges residents to vote, eyes post-fire recovery. ecns.cn All of Hong Kong society is in extreme grief," Lee said, extending condolences to the bereaved families and survivors left homeless.He said the Constitution's core purpose is to protect people's well-being and that the government would turn the "painful lessons" into concrete measures to make the city safer.
(2025-12-05). OU Criticized for Suspending Trans TA After Student Claims Christian Persecution. truthout.org University of Oklahoma (OU) students are demonstrating in solidarity with a transgender graduate student who was suspended from their role as teaching assistant for a psychology class over a student's dubious claims that she received a failing grade due to her Christian beliefs. The assignment in question was supposed to be a reaction to an academic article on gender. But the paper written by… |
(2025-12-05). 'Bourgeosity,' Black Magic, Berdyaev and Bob. counterpunch.org 
(2025-12-05). Tehran derby ends in goalless stalemate: 2025/26 PGPL. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN – Tehran derby between Persepolis and Esteghlal football teams shared in a goalless draw on Matchweek 12 of the 2025/26 Iran's Persian Gulf Professional League (PGPL) on Friday.
(2025-12-05). Home Affairs extends operating hours ahead of festive season. sanews.gov.za Home Affairs extends operating hours ahead of festive season | The Department of Home Affairs will be extending operating hours at its offices by an additional two hours daily for applications and collections of enabling documents. | From 8 to 19 December 2025 and from 5 to 16 January 2026, the offices will close at 18: 00, instead of 16: 00. | Services offered during the extended hours will be available at offices equipped to process Smart ID Cards and passports. | The department advised clients to book application or collection appointments before visiting offices, using the Branch Appointment Booking System (BA…
(2025-12-05). Holiday jobs massacre: Mobilize the working class to defend the right to a job! wsws.org The normal platitudes about "love and good cheer" are being overshadowed by massive inequality.
(2025-12-05). Trump admin to expand US travel ban to over 30 nations. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 05 (MNA) — US Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem says the Trump administration will expand the US travel ban from 19 to over 30 countries, following a deadly shooting near the White House involving an Afghan asylum seeker.
(2025-12-05). Western pundits love claiming that Russia's economy is about to collapse, even though there is no evidence for this. strategic-culture.su This is just a smokescreen for the economic cliff edge that Ukraine is hurtling towards | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | I've been…
(2025-12-05). Retired CDC vaccine expert blasts anti-science policy shift. wsws.org The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, once the premier disease-fighting institution in the US, and even the world, has been taken over by anti-vaccine quacks under the direction of Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
(2025-12-05). Unilateral coercive measures impede realization of HR. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 05 (MNA) — Iranian ambassador and permanent representative to the United Nations has warned that unilateral coercive measures violate and impede the realization of human rights, including the right to development,…
(2025-12-05). What are the implications of Trump's Somali 'garbage' comments? aljazeera.com Critics say remarks cross a line in public debate.
(2025-12-05). West Contra Costa California educators and classified workers launch joint strike. wsws.org The strike by 3,000 educators and support staff has shut down normal operations in one of the San Francisco Bay Area's largest school districts.
(2025-12-05). Sheikh Hasina's Future After Death Penalty. ummid.com In the wake of the International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) verdict for the death penalty for Sheikh Hasina, will her political career come to an end on the road?
(2005-12-25). Prolific Kane and Undav face off as Bayern head to Stuttgart. tribune.com.pk 
League leaders Bayern Munich travel to Stuttgart on Saturday, setting the scene for a battle between the Bundesliga's two in-form goal getters: Harry Kane and Deniz Undav. | With 14 goals in 12 league matches this season, England captain Kane is once again scoring better than a goal a game for the Bavarian giants. | In Stuttgart's corner, Germany striker Undav has roared back into form in recent weeks. In his past six games in all competitions, the 29-year-old has eight goals and two assists. | The one-time Brighton forward is averaging two goals a game in his past three Bundesliga matches. | Undav is scoring…
(2025-12-05). Trump's Illegal Boat Strikes Recall Duterte's "Drug War" Mass Killings. truthout.org Public outrage is mounting over the Trump administration's September 2 "double tap" strike, in which the U.S. military bombed a small boat for a second time to kill the survivors of a first strike. This particular strike has garnered significant attention due to its clear violation of U.S. and international law because shipwrecked sailors should never be targeted. But it is crucial to note that… |
(2025-12-05). Telangana's Urea Surplus Sparks Fertiliser Assurance. devdiscourse.com During the 2025 Kharif season, Telangana experienced a surplus of urea, with 10.28 lakh tonnes supplied against a requirement of 9.80 lakh tonnes, according to Minister of State for Fertilisers Anupriya Patel. Contrary to a formal shortfall complaint by the state, fertiliser distribution was effectively managed.
(2025-12-05). Trump takes the spotlight, Peace Prize at FIFA World Cup Draw. aljazeera.com Donald Trump was centre stage accepting the first-ever FIFA Peace Prize.
(2025-12-05). Poll: Voters Want Jeffries & Schumer to Fight AI Deregulation. commondreams.org On Friday, Demand Progress
(2025-12-05). How A Ukrainian Drone Strike On Russia Has Crippled Kazakh Oil Exports Analysis. eurasiareview.com By Ray Furlong and Azattyq Asia | A drone strike on an oil-loading facility off Russia's Black Sea coast has ignited a diplomatic spat between Ukraine and Kazakhstan, exposed the Central Asian country's reliance on a single oil pipeline for exports, and possibly endangered gasoline supplies in Europe. | Naval drones hit a large floating circular structure 5 kilometers out to sea near the port of Novorossiysk, where Russia's Black Sea fleet is based, on November 28. | The object was a Single Point Mooring (SPM), an offshore facility for pumping oil onto tankers. There are three SPMs at Novorossiysk. One was alr…
(2025-12-05). Climate Breakdown: How Bad Must It Get? OpEd. eurasiareview.com How many floods, droughts, and wildfires will it take before governments and industry take the action needed to slow—let alone reverse—the catastrophe that is climate change? How many lives, homes, and communities must be lost until the deluded devotees of the fossil fuel economy are forced to wake up and alter their behaviour? | The fanatics, the petro-states, and the denialists—figures like President Trump, who has repeatedly
(2025-12-05). Iranian, German envoys hold bilateral talks. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 05 (MNA) — Diplomats from Iran and Germany held talks on Friday regarding the bilateral ties and issues of the mutual interest.
(2025-12-05). Cracks in the MAGA Likud Collusion to Hasten End Times Reality. juancole.com Oakland, Ca. (Special to Informed Comment; Feature) — It looks like the perverse romance between MAGA and Israel's Likud Party is becoming frayed at the edges. Despite the long-standing, anti-Semitic undercurrents in American conservatism, the Republican Party has been a staunch supporter of Israel at least since the 1967 War. The far right Likud Party has been happy nevertheless to accept GOP support. | The MAGA "America First" far right is breaking with the pro-Israel leanings of most Evangelicals. Decades ago, as a congressional intern for my local Republican congressman in college, I was puzzled by his u…
(2025-12-05). First 'Kerman to Rayen' tourist train departs. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN ⚪ The first tourist train departed from Kerman station to Rayen on Thursday. An action that marks the beginning of a new chapter in the development of travel infrastructure, strengthening the sustainable tourism, and creating new experiences for tourists in the southeast of the country.
(2025-12-05). Trump hoodwinked by MBS in White House meeting. onlineopinion.com.au Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman played coy on Palestinian statehood with Trump – despite quietly backing a radically different 'Hashemite Kingdom of Palestine' plan since 2020.
(2025-12-05). Ford 21st-Century Funding Of ADL Group Revisited. indybay.org Between June 2019 and August 2023, the Ford Foundation gave at least 3 grants, totaling $725,000, to the Anti-Defamation League [ADL] "Lobby" group.
(2025-12-05). Xenophobia runs the world. aljazeera.com From Washington to Copenhagen and Pretoria, blaming migrants has become the easiest governing strategy of our time.
(2025-12-05). Pops Mohamed Mixed Old And New To Reinvent South African Music. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Conversation) Ismail Mohamed-Jan better known by South African jazz fans as Pops Mohamed has passed away at the age of 75. His life in music represented a struggle against narrow, …
(2025-12-05). Chinese private sector shows growing interest in entering Iran's market. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Iran's Industrial Development and Renovation Organization (IDRO) has said is prepared to expand joint investments with Chinese companies in renewable energy, electric vehicles and rail industries, noting that Chinese private sector has shown growing interest in entering Iranian market, the head of the organization said during a meeting with Iran's ambassador to China.
(2025-12-05). IndiGo cancels 400 more flights as week-long meltdown strands tens of thousands. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- India's largest airline, IndiGo, scrapped more than 400 flights on Friday, deepening a week-long operational crisis that has disrupted travel for tens of thousands and drawn heightened scrutiny from regulators. Delhi airport alone logged over 220 cancellations and delays, while Mumbai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and Pune reported severe knock-on disruptions.IndiGo, holder of over 60% of India's domestic aviation market, blamed the collapse on "unforeseen operational challenges," chiefly an acute pilot shortage triggered by new flight duty time limitation (FDTL) rules that took effect this month.PTI PHOTO | S…
(2025-12-05). Two New Hanover flood victims identified as recovery efforts continue. sanews.gov.za Two New Hanover flood victims identified as recovery efforts continue | Two remaining bodies of three residents who were swept away by floods in New Hanover have been identified, as recovery and humanitarian efforts continue across affected communities. | KwaZulu-Natal Transport and Human Settlements MEC Siboniso Duma reported that the Mayor of Umshwathi Local Municipality Mandla Zondi, Ward 02 Local Councillor Sikhumbuzo Nxumalo, and uMgungundlovu Disaster team, informed the department that the body of one resident who was swept away has been identified. All known victims have been recovered. | Giving an update…
(2025-12-05). ICE Now Grabbing People Out Of Churches. popularresistance.org Chicago — ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement), in an ever-expanding unconstitutional crime spree, is ushering in the Christmas season by launching immigration raids inside churches across the country. Trump's holiday gift to the nation is the administration's new policy that it is legal to enter churches as people worship and round them up in the immigration raids happening from coast to coast. | Not waiting for the fightback on the part of immigrants and their supporters that has already begun, ICE agents began their terror campaign here in Chicago on a recent Sunday.
(2025-12-05). EPA, MAHA Commission Urged to Assess Christmas Tree Pesticides Risks to Children. indybay.org WASHINGTON, December 4, 2025 — The Center for Biological Diversity and Alliance of Nurses for Healthy Environments petitioned the Environmental Protection Agency and President's Make America Healthy Again Commission today to address the health risks posed by the heavy use of toxic pesticides on Christmas trees.
(2025-12-05). Havana Film Festival fires up the projectors and the miracle continues. radiohc.cu A meeting place for lovers of the seventh art and a source of nightmares for the enemies of the Cuban Revolution, the 46th edition of the International Festival of New Latin American Cinema got underway Thursday evening in Havana… and the miracle continues. | In her opening remarks at the Charles Chaplin Theater in Havana, Festival Director Tania Delgado drew attention to the dangers currently looming over the region, whose peace is once again threatened by the hostility of the U.S. government. | She also expressed the festival's solidarity with the Palestinian cause and denounced the Israeli genocide, a cause…
(2025-12-05). Critics of Ukraine peace deal must answer: What's the alternative? strategic-culture.su By Mark EPISKOPOS and Marcus STANLEY | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | There are tough pills for Kyiv to swallow but Russia has mad…
(2025-12-05). Is Japan sliding back toward militarism? tehrantimes.com XIAMEN — Relations between China and Japan are undergoing their most serious shock in a decade. And yet, as recently as 2024—after the lifting of pandemic restrictions—it seemed the two countries were slowly moving toward improved relations. This trend was abruptly disrupted in recent weeks, when a series of diplomatic missteps gave way to open disputes.
(2025-12-05). Taiwan and Japan Express Concern as China Launches Largest Naval Deployment Yet. moderndiplomacy.eu Taiwan and Japan have raised alarms over China's unprecedented maritime activity across East Asian waters, following reports that Beijing deployed over 100 naval and coast guard vessels this week. Taiwan's presidential office and Japan's Defence Ministry both emphasized the scale of the operation, which stretched from the Yellow Sea through the East and South China …
(2025-12-05). Ukrainian drone hits Grozny skyscraper, setting tower ablaze. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- A Ukrainian long-range drone struck the Grozny City business center, one of Chechnya's tallest landmarks, early Friday, triggering a major fire, blowing out windows across several floors, and forcing mass evacuations in the heart of the regional capital, according to Russian media. No fatalities were reported, though multiple people were treated for smoke inhalation as emergency crews cleared the surrounding area.Videos shared on Telegram and X captured flames shooting from the upper levels of the 145-meter tower, which houses key government institutions, including the Chechen Security Council, Audit Ch…
(2025-12-05). How the Jewish Chronicle Weaponizes 'Antisemitism' to Fuel a Moral Panic. counterpunch.org On Yom Kippur, two British Jews were killed at the Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation synagogue in Manchester, during a cruel, antisemitic act of violence. One of them was accidentally shot by police. Later that week, while discussing antisemitism at the dinner table, my teenage son, who frequents a high school in Hackney, London, took out his phone and displayed
(2025-12-05). IRGC dismantles MKO-linked team in Tehran's suburbs. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 05 (MNA) — The IRGC Intelligence Organization has said that it has captured a terrorist team linked to Mojahedin-e-Khalq Organization (MKO) in the Pardis town in the northeast of Tehran who were planning anti-security actions.
(2025-12-05). China — Europe's "Ally" Amid Stalemate? moderndiplomacy.eu The Rise of China Since the period of reform under Deng Xiaoping, China has steadily strengthened its global influence. When Xi Jinping came to power, he introduced the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) as part of the "Chinese Dream" doctrine. After 13 years, the BRI has expanded to more than 140 countries and territories, featuring …
(2025-12-05). Friday 12/19: Santa Cruz Homeless Memorial. indybay.org Portuguese Hall of Santa Cruz, 216 Evergreen St, Santa Cruz…
(2025-12-05). Roaming Charges: Kill, Kill Again, Kill Them All. counterpunch.org 
The double-tap strikes are appalling and illegal, but Hegseth is merely following the bloody path Barack Obama blazed. Obama's drone assassination team even had a name for wounded survivors they would target for a second kill strike: squirters. According to David Shedd, Obama's former acting director of the Defense Intelligence Agency. "We used double-taps all the time. You would get the initial signature off of a target that's been hit and if you saw that they 'squirted' and were injured … you hit them again." Shedd told Washington Post columnist Mark Thyssen: "There was often a second predator ready to go …
(2025-12-05). Google's Wild Plan for "Sustainable" Orbital Data Centers. wattsupwiththat.com Sadly they decided to call the project "Suncatcher" rather than "Skynet".
(2005-12-25). Third incident in a row: One more child falls into open manhole in Karachi. tribune.com.pk 
One more incident, highlighting the Karachi's persistent manhole hazards, occurred in Manghopir, where a five-year-old girl narrowly escaped death after falling into a sewer pit outside a private school. | According to police, the incident occurred near Garam Chashma in Union Committee No. 2, where first grader Inayah Amin slipped into the manhole while returning home with classmates after school. Other children raised alarm, prompting a passerby to rescue her in time. The manhole was four to five feet deep luckily with little sewage water. | The child's parents rushed to the school after learning about the in…
(2025-12-05). Commentary: How do government cuts affect psychotherapy? workers.org 
I am a licensed, clinical psychologist, who has practiced in New York City for the past 50 years. I work remotely. I work primarily with patients who get their treatment paid for by insurance companies. I see people from a range of income levels. Except for a few who pay . . . |
(2025-12-05). From Ja'mie to Jerusalem: Redefining racism in the Israel debate. independentaustralia.net 
(2025-12-05). Australia Moves to Deepen Defence Ties with Japan Amid Rising Regional Tensions. moderndiplomacy.eu Australia's Defence Minister Richard Marles will travel to Japan on Saturday for talks with his counterpart Koizumi Shinjiro, with both sides eager to accelerate defence cooperation under Japan's new Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi. Australian officials said the visit reflects a desire to engage early with Tokyo's new leadership and reinforce what they describe as a …
(2025-12-05). Inside Coca-Cola's Multi-Billion Dollar Theft Of Trade Secrets. popularresistance.org Since 2004, as part of the Campaign to Stop Killer Coke, I have attended Coca-Cola's annual meetings of shareholders to confront The Coca-Cola Company's chief executives and board members over the company's involvement in horrific human rights abuses and other criminal behavior. | These meetings often became confrontational and tense. I was violently attacked from behind while standing at the microphone raising issues of Coca-Cola's complicity in deadly human rights abuses perpetrated against union leaders in Colombia. The assailants turned out to be Wilmington, Delaware police dressed in plain clothes moonlighti…
(2025-12-05). British soldiers accused of more abuses in Kenya: What we know. aljazeera.com British soldiers training in Kenya abused women and caused environmental destruction for years, parliament has said.
(2025-12-05). The Line Between the Sacred and the Profane. counterpunch.org 
Few images in American culture have been as sacred as that of Jacqueline Kennedy, in a blood-stained pink Chanel suit, standing next to Lyndon Johnson taking the oath of office. Puncturing that reverence would have been unthinkable— until Lenny Bruce, just a few months later, performed a bit called "Hauling ass to save her ass".
(2025-12-05). Corruption, Donald Trump and the Swiss. counterpunch.org 
While it is difficult to prove that there was a quid-pro-quo between what the Swiss bosses offered Trump — was it only $100,000? — and the reduced tariffs, the problem of defining bribery or outright corruption is not simple. The six are being accused, under the Swiss Criminal Code Article 322, of giving a foreign public official gifts or benefits intended to influence an official act. This constitutes "bribery of foreign public officials" and may count as an "undue advantage."
(2025-12-05). First International Day Against Unilateral Coercive Measures. popularresistance.org In June of 2025, the United Nations General Assembly designated December 4 as the annual International Day against Unilateral Coercive Measures, urging States to stop using such measures (commonly called "sanctions") because they violate international law and impose collective punishment. Last night, the SanctionsKill campaign and partners honored the day by inviting speakers to discuss the impact of these measures on children in four countries during a webinar called "Blockades and Coercive Measures: Stop the War on Children!"
(2025-12-05). COP30 Round-Up: Failure of a UN Climate Summit Is Great News for Humanity! wattsupwiththat.com While the teeth knashing over the COP FLOP continues, we must never forget: Failure of a UN climate summit is great news for humanity!
(2025-12-05). U.S. kills four more in Pacific strike as Pentagon war-crime controversy intensifies. tehrantimes.com The U.S. military destroyed another suspected narcotics vessel in the Eastern Pacific on Thursday, killing all four men aboard in the 22nd such lethal operation since September.
(2025-12-05). Eurovision hit by boycotts over Israel participation. newarab.com 
Three countries on Thursday pulled out of the
(2025-12-05). Inside the Hidden Wonders of the Shrinking Arctic. whyy.org Over the course of 20 years, writer Neil Shea explored the awe-inspiring landscape of the Arctic. He saw narwhals poking their tusks above the water, herds of caribou moving across the tundra, and majestic white wolves raising their young. He documents this fragile beauty in his new book, "
(2025-12-05). Tourists embrace new payment habits. ecns.cn Spending patterns among China's inbound travelers are shifting toward card-based transactions, experiential and everyday scenarios, underscoring the nation's progress in improving bank card acceptance and payment convenience, said a recent report by the World Tourism Alliance.
(2025-12-05). South Africa, Mozambique sign higher education cooperation agreement. sanews.gov.za South Africa, Mozambique sign higher education cooperation agreement | South Africa and Mozambique have reaffirmed their commitment to advancing regional collaboration in skills development through the Southern African Development Community (SADC) Protocol on Education and Training, which guides joint efforts to address shared educational and training priorities. | Higher Education and Training Minister Buti Manamela accompanied President Cyril Ramaphosa to Maputo for the 4th South Africa—Mozambique Binational Commission (BNC), where he led efforts to strengthen bilateral cooperation in the higher education…
(2025-12-05). Delhi Police Crack Down on Illegal Nightclub: Three Boxes Cafe Raided. devdiscourse.com The Delhi Police have successfully dismantled an illegal bar-cum-club operating under the guise of a cafe in the Samaypur Badli area. Raiding the Three Boxes Cafe during the early hours, the police apprehended 25 individuals, comprising the operator, staff, and patrons, who were found partaking in an unauthorized late-night revelry.
(2025-12-05). Tire production in Iran rises 8%. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Iran's tire industry has recorded an eight percent increase in output, a board member of the Tire Industry Association said, while calling for the removal of currency restrictions affecting raw material supplies.
(2025-12-05). The Constitution vs. the Commander-in-Chief: The Duty to Disobey Unlawful Orders. counterpunch.org 
Every military servicemember's oath is a pledge to defend the Constitution against all enemies, foreign and domestic. It is not an oath to a politician. It is not an oath to a party. And it is not an oath to the police state. Yet what happens when those same men and women are being told—by
(2025-12-05). ICE Descends on World's "Incarceration Capital" to Carry Out Raids. truthout.org A major immigration crackdown is underway in New Orleans and the surrounding areas of Louisiana, dubbed "Operation Catahoula Crunch" by the Trump administration. According to planning documents, 250 federal agents will aim to make 5,000 arrests over two months. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem says the operation will target "the worst of the worst," though the number of arrests being… |
(2025-12-05). India's unwavering belief is that terrorism is a direct assault on values of humanity; global unity against it is our greatest strength:PM. devdiscourse.com India's unwavering belief is that terrorism is a direct assault on values of humanity; global unity against it is our greatest strength: PM.
(2025-12-05). Bellas artes villaclareñas celebran su aniversario con homenaje a Fidel. radiohc.cu Con la exhibición de la exposición transitoria ´Bazar de Antigàºedades ª, homenaje a las primeras familias de la ciudad de Santa Clara, y la muestra especial ´Tesoros del pueblo ª, para evocar el lado más humano, sensible y humilde del Comandante en Jefe Fidel Castro; el Museo de Artes Decorativas de Villa Clara celebra este 4 de diciembre, 38 años atesorando el patrimonio de la hermosa urbe del centro de Cuba. | Claudia Tena Figueroa, directora del Museo de Artes Decorativas de Santa Clara, nos cuenta.
| ´Esta inmensa casona, fiel exponente de la hidalgía de la urbe, es un…
(2025-12-05). Accidente ferroviario en Artemisa involucra tren de combustible. cubadebate.cu De acuerdo con la información preliminar, el siniestro ocurrió cuando la locomotora impactó a un tractor que cruzaba la línea férrea sin atender las señales emitidas por el maquinista Gustavo Enmanuel, trabajador de los Ferrocarriles de La Habana. No se reportan pérdidas de vidas humanas. Los daños materiales se concentran en el tractor y en la locomotora del tren.
(2025-12-05). øCuál ha sido la evolución de los arbovirus en el país? cubadebate.cu En el programa Mesa Redonda los especialistas insistieron en la importancia del diagnóstico clínico, la vigilancia y la atención diferenciada para las personas con mayor riesgo, como parte de los esfuerzos integrales para enfrentar los arbovirus en el país.
(2025-12-05). Con filme argentino "Belén" , inauguran 46 Festival Internacional del Nuevo Cine Latinoamericano. cubadebate.cu La cinta inaugural, "Belén" no fue una elección casual. Este drama, que relata la condena a ocho años de prisión de una joven acusada de haberse provocado un aborto en Tucumán, sirvió como un potente preámbulo para un festival que se declara, desde su primera secuencia, comprometido con las luchas y las realidades más descarnadas del continente.
(2025-12-05). Namibios y cubanos, uno solo. radiohc.cu 
´Los cubanos en Namibia somos parte de ese pueblo ª, afirmó el comentarista deportivo, conductor y director de programas de televisión Milton Díaz Canter, al resumir el trabajo realizado en Namibia para la confección de un documental que repasa los hitos de la histórica relación de la joven nación africana con Cuba. | Bajo el nombre de
(2025-12-05). Con filme argentino "Belén" , inauguran 46 Festival Internacional del Nuevo Cine Latinoamericano. cubadebate.cu La cinta inaugural, "Belén" no fue una elección casual. Este drama, que relata la condena a ocho años de prisión de una joven acusada de haberse provocado un aborto en Tucumán, sirvió como un potente preámbulo para un festival que se declara, desde su primera secuencia, comprometido con las luchas y las realidades más descarnadas del continente.
(2025-12-05). UNICEF apoya territorios de la provincia Granma afectados por el huracán Melissa. radiohc.cu 
(2025-12-05). Parlamento cubano llama a preservar la paz de América Latina y el Caribe. radiohc.cu La Comisión de Relaciones Internacionales de la Asamblea Nacional del Poder Popular de Cuba (Parlamento) llamó este jueves a los ciudadanos de América Latina y el Caribe, y de los Estados Unidos, a actuar de forma oportuna y decididamente en favor de preservar la región como Zona de Paz. | El reclamo toma en cuenta el actual despliegue militar estadounidense en el mar Caribe, donde ya son decenas las personas muertas por ataques perpetrados por las fuerzas norteamericanas contra embarcaciones en el área, hechos que califican como ejecuciones extrajudiciales que violan el Derecho Internacional. | A continuación, e…
(2025-12-05). Vicepresidente de Cuba evaluó desarrollo del programa arrocero en Camagàºey. radiohc.cu El miembro del Buró Político del Partido Comunista de Cuba (PCC) y vicepresidente de la República, Salvador Valdés Mesa evaluó este jueves el desarrollo del programa arrocero en la provincia de Camagàºey, en el cual, consideró, se requiere una mayor vinculación, contratación y control del destino de las producciones. | Conoció que para la actual campaña, iniciada en el mes de noviembre, se prevé la siembra de 22 mil 522 hectáreas, de ellas más de 14 mil de arroz especializado y el resto de popular, a partir del balance de agua aprobado en la provincia. | Así lo informó Jimmy Camejo Martín, director de la Emp…
(2025-12-05). Golpe electoral 2025: La elección más manipulada de la historia en Honduras. cubadebate.cu Marlon Ochoa, consejero del Consejo Nacional Electoral (CNE) de Honduras, se dirigió al pueblo en una conferencia de prensa sobre la "trama" de un "golpe electoral" en el país. Afirmó que el sistema de Transmisión de Resultados Electorales Preliminares (TREP) es una "verdadera trampa". Advirtió que esta podría ser "la elección menos transparente" de la historia democrática.
(2025-12-05). New "Awards industry" Honors Politicians Who Favor War Over Diplomacy. covertactionmagazine.com It has become a cliché that award ceremonies serve the award givers more than the laureates. Admittedly, there are many worthy laureates who genuinely care to make sure the prize recipients get merit Recognition, and who could make good use of research and development's financing. Nonetheless, it is manifest that most award festivities have become …
(2025-12-05). La Russia sostiene la strategia finanziaria cinese per l'internazionalizzazione dello yuan. strategic-culture.su Nei giorni scorsi, il Ministero delle Finanze russo ha ricevuto ordini per l'emissione di due tranche di obbligazioni sovrane denominate in yuan, negoziate sul mercato interno, unendosi a diversi Paesi, tra cui Ungheria e Indonesia. | Segue nostro La mossa sottolinea la crescente fiducia degli investitori globali nell'economia cinese e nella sua valuta e rafforza i legami tra Mosca e Pechino dopo la decisione del Cremlino di consentire a…
(2005-12-25). 'Annoying' Raphinha pulling Barca towards their best. tribune.com.pk 
Forward Raphinha's comeback from injury has helped Barcelona edge back towards their best form and helped the Catalans reclaim top spot in La Liga. | The Brazilian will likely be the first name on coach Hansi Flick's team sheet for the tricky trip to face Real Betis on Saturday as Barca bid to, at least temporarily, move four points clear of Real Madrid. | Raphinha struck against Atletico Madrid at Camp Nou on Tuesday night, as Flick's side secured a crucial victory against a title rival, and created two goals in the win over Alaves last weekend, on his first start since a hamstring injury in September. | Last…