religionnews.com (2025-12-16). You can't deal your way to peace on earth. Trump should know that by now.
  ;If the U.S. really wants to end the genocide in Gaza and prevent additional violence from spreading across the region, Congress and the White House should ensure a massive, free-flowing surge of humanitarian aid, end offensive weapons sales to Israel, hold the Netanyahu government accountable for its war crimes and support a serious peace process led by those most impacted and inclusive of all people in the region. One
(2025-12-16). Israeli forces raid West Bank as Gaza grapples with winter. newarab.com 
Israeli forces carried out a wave of raids across According to the Wafa news agency, Israeli troops raided multiple locations, including the city of Tubas and the nearby town of Tammun. Forces also stormed the town of Tuqu, southeast of
counterpunch.org (2025-12-16). To End the Genocide, We Must Hold Weapons Manufacturers Accountable (or Shut Them Down)
Since a ceasefire was agreed to on October 10, Israel has attacked Gazans with bombs, snipers, and ground mobilizations nearly 500 times. In the West Bank, Israel has killed and detained hundreds of Palestinians and approved 19 new settlements.
(2025-12-16). Francesca Albanese nominated for 2026 Nobel Peace Prize alongside Gaza doctors. tehrantimes.com On Tuesday, a member of the European Parliament (MEP), Matjaz Nemec, publicly presented the nomination of UN Special Rapporteur on the occupied Palestinian territories, Francesca Albanese, and Gaza-based doctors for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize, following its official submission to the Norwegian Nobel Committee.
(2025-12-16). Gaza's orphaned girls shoulder family burdens amid Israel's war. newarab.com 
(2025-12-16). Report: Top Trump officials with Netanyahu amid Gaza cease-fire violation. haaretz.com A U.S. official told Axios, 'Netanyahu has turned over the last two years into a global pariah. He should ask himself why Egypt's al-Sisi refuses to meet him and why, five years after the Abraham Accords, he still hasn't been invited to visit the UAE'…
(2025-12-16). Gaza Floods Worsen Humanitarian Crisis After Deadly Storm. thinktank.pk A powerful storm has devastated Gaza, flooding tents, destroying belongings, and worsening already dire living conditions for displaced families. Heavy rain turned streets into rivers of mud, overwhelming shelters and even flooding hospitals. Local reports say at least 14 people were killed, including children who died from hypothermia. With massive war damage, broken sewage systems, …
(2025-12-16). Exploiting A Massacre To Cover Up A Genocide. popularresistance.org The 15 innocent victims killed in Sunday's terrorist attack on a Hanukkah party at Bondi Beach in Sydney, Australia are being exploited by extreme Zionists in a bid to distract from Israel's ongoing genocide in Gaza. | Their memories are being used by the likes of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and other Israeli as well as Australian officials, sections of the media and members of the public. | Instead of putting the blame on the only known perpetrators police have identified so far — the father and son shooters Sajid and Naveed Akram — Zionist extremists are implicating innocent citizens w…
(2025-12-16). Israel's all-seeing eye is the stealthiest cruelty of all in Gaza. responsiblestatecraft.org Discussions of the war in Gaza tend to focus on what's visible. The instinct is understandable: Over two years of brutal conflict, the Israel Defense Forces have all but destroyed the diminutive strip on the Mediterranean coast, with the scale of the carnage illustrated by images of emaciated children, shrapnel-ridden bodies, and flattened buildings.But underlying all of this destruction is a hidden force — a carefully constructed infrastructure of Israeli surveillance that powers the war effort and keeps tabs on the smallest facets of Palestinians' lives. Few people understand this system more deeply t…
(2025-12-16). Iran condemns continued killing of Palestinians in Gaza. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 16 (MNA) — Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmail Baghaei strongly condemned the continued killing and the genocide of Palestinians in the Gaza Strip, citing ongoing bombardments and the obstruction of humanitarian aid.
(2025-12-16). U.N. Human Rights Watchdogs Blast Columbia for Using Immigration Status to Suppress Students' Pro-Palestine Speech. theintercept.com 
(2025-12-16). Israel's Appeal Denied: ICC Probes Gaza Atrocities Without Delay. thinktank.pk In a decisive ruling on December 15, 2025, the International Criminal Court's (ICC) Appeals Chamber rejected Israel's latest attempt to halt its investigation into alleged war crimes in Gaza, paving the way for continued scrutiny of actions following the October 7, 2023, Hamas-led attack. This landmark decision upholds arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin …
(2025-12-16). Individual crime in Australia and Israeli massacre at Al-Tabi'een school. tehrantimes.com BEIRUT – The comparison between the act of one or two individuals attacking Hanukkah celebrants in Australia, and the crime of targeting civilian worshippers at Al-Tabi'een school in Gaza on August 10, 2024, using precise U.S.-made GBU-39 bombs, lays bare the moral and political degradation embedded in Western-Israeli discourse, as well as the blatant double standards in defining terrorism, sanctifying one kind of blood while dehumanizing another.
(2025-12-16). JetBlue Passenger Jet Nearly Clashes with US Military Plane in Curaàßao off the Coast of Venezuela. orinocotribune.com On Friday, a flight from the US airline JetBlue departing from the small Caribbean island of Curaàßao, heading toward John F. Kennedy Airport in New York City, halted its ascent to avoid colliding with an unresponsive US Air Force refueling aircraft. The commercial pilot blamed the military plane for crossing its path. Curaàßao is situated 35 miles off the coast of Venezuela. | "We almost had a midair collision up here," the JetBlue pilot said in a recording of his conversation with air traffic control. "They went directly into our flight path… They do not have their transponder on; it is outrageous…
(2025-12-16). A U.S. invasion of Venezuela would be slow, costly and a historic mistake. strategic-culture.su ByAndrew LATHAM | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | Article Summary — Any U.S. war in Venezuela would be slow, costly, and stra…
(2025-12-16). Caracas, Moscow to continue boosting strategic relations. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 16 (MNA) — Strategic relations between Caracas and Moscow will continue to grow next year, Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro said.
(2025-12-16). Lukashenko warns USA against military operation in Venezuela. eng.belta.by The situation in relations between the USA and Venezuela can be resolved in an absolutely peaceful way, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko said in an interview with the U.S. media company Newsmax.
(2025-12-16). Lukashenko draws parallel between presidential elections in USA, Venezuela. eng.belta.by One of the questions to the head of state concerned the relations between Venezuela and the United States. The conversation addressed, among other things, the USA's refusal to recognize the outcome of Venezuela's presidential election, which resulted in a victory for Nicolas Maduro.
(2025-12-16). Trinidad and Tobago To Open Its Airports to US Military as US Continues Buildup Near Venezuela. news.antiwar.com Trinidad and Tobago will allow the US military to use its airports in the coming weeks, according to a statement from the Caribbean island nation's Foreign Ministry, as the US continues ramping up military activity near Venezuela. Trinidad and Tobago's Foreign Ministry cited recent military cooperation with the US in its statement, including the recent …
(2025-12-16). Presidente Maduro agradece a pueblo de Venezuela por respuesta ante agresión de EEUU. radiohc.cu El presidente Nicolás Maduro agradeció este lunes al pueblo de Venezuela por su respuesta contundente y certera ante la agresión imperialista y manipulación de la ultraderecha fascista, que llamó a invadir su país. | Durante la edición 99 de su programa Con Maduro +, el gobernante comentó sobre las 300 marchas nocturnas que se desarrollaron esta jornada en igual número de territorios, a lo largo y ancho de la República Bolivariana.Esa derecha fascista de Leopoldo López, Juan Guaidó, Julio Borges, La Sayona (María Corina Machado) y David Smolansky pidieron se invadiera militarmente este país", subrayó. | Recordó l…
(2025-12-16). Venezuela Reports Cyberattack Against Oil Company (+EU Renews Sanctions). orinocotribune.com On Monday, Venezuela's public oil company, Petróleos de Venezuela (PDVSA), reported that it was the target of a cyberattack aimed at disrupting its operations. The attempted act of aggression is said to be part of the US government's strategy to seize Venezuela's oil through force and piracy, according to a PDVSA statement. | The document stated, "Thanks to the expertise of PDVSA's human talent, the operational areas were not affected, with the attack limited to its administrative system." | It added that "the operational capacity of the oil industry is maintained through the implementation of security protocols,…
(2025-12-16). Venezuela: EEUU es responsable de ciberataque y piratería para desestabilizar sector energético. radiohc.cu Petróleos de Venezuela (PDVSA) denunció este lunes, en un comunicado oficial, haber sido víctima de un sofisticado ataque cibernético dirigido específicamente a paralizar su funcionamiento. | La empresa estatal señaló que esta acción delictiva forma parte integral de la estrategia sostenida y agresiva del Gobierno estadounidense, cuyo objetivo final es la apropiación ilegítima de las vastas reservas de petróleo venezolano mediante el uso de la fuerza y prácticas de piratería moderna en aguas del mar Caribe. | PDVSA detalló que, gracias a la experiencia, preparación y capacidad técnica de su personal especializado…
(2025-12-16). At Army—Navy Game, Activists Confront Trump Over Venezuela. popularresistance.org Baltimore, Dec. 13 — Activists shifted the spotlight from the pageantry of the Army—Navy game, using Donald Trump's attendance as a platform to center a powerful demand: "No war on Venezuela." | Hundreds lined the streets outside the stadium where Trump was scheduled to appear, unfurling banners that read, "No war on Venezuela and Palestine" and "No to ICE — Money for jobs, education, and health care." | Andrew Matatag, representing the publication Struggle-La Lucha, drew a sharp contrast. "Almost every police agency on record — from the Secret Service to Homeland Security — is amass…
(2025-12-16). Trump threatens military operations in Colombia and Mexico. peoplesdispatch.org The US president stated that if the situation does not change, "Petro is next". He also threatened to invade Mexico and impose special tariffs on Mexican products if Mexico did not provide more water.
(2025-12-16). Iran's FM Araghchi arrives in Moscow for high-profile talks. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 16 (MNA) — Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi arrived in Moscow on Tuesday in continuation of a series of intensive regional and international consultations to hold talks with his Russian counterpart and other officials.
(2025-12-16). Lukashenko asked whether Belarus is ready to shelter Maduro. eng.belta.by Aleksandr Lukashenko said: "Maduro has never been our enemy or adversary. Never. If he wanted to come to Belarus, our doors are always open for him. But frankly speaking, we've never talked about it. Maduro is not the kind of man to leave everything and flee."
(2025-12-16). China deplores slander against Hong Kong's judiciary after verdict on Jimmy Lai. ecns.cn China expresses strong dissatisfaction and firm opposition to certain countries' blatant slander and smear against Hong Kong's judiciary, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said on Monday.
(2025-12-16). Larijani, Russian deputy prime minister hold talks in Tehran. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 16 (MNA) — Iran's top security official, Ali Larijani, met with Russian Deputy Prime Minister Vitaly Savelyev in Tehran as part of ongoing high-level coordination between Iran and Russia aimed at advancing bilateral cooperation.
(2025-12-16). Witnesses of a painful past, still waiting for an apology. ecns.cn December 13 marked the National Memorial Day for Nanjing Massacre victims. | On this day, we honor the innocent souls lost within the walls of Nanjing and all lives shattered by the horrors of war. Let's always remember the bitter lessons of war, and cherish and safeguard peace today.
(2025-12-16). Rayo and Betis Don't Hurt Each Other. radiohc.cu Havana, December 15 (RHC) — Rayo Vallecano and Real Betis drew 0-0 today in the conclusion of matchday 16 in the Spanish football league. | It was a match with few scoring opportunities for either side. | Following this result, Real Betis remains in sixth place with 25 points, while Rayo Vallecano has 18 points and is still in 13th place, the same position they held before the matchday began. | Barcelona continues to lead LaLiga with 43 points, followed by Real Madrid (39) and Villarreal (35).
(2025-12-16). Trump sues BBC for $10 billion over 6 January documentary edit. newarab.com 
The lawsuit, filed in federal court in Miami, seeks "damages in an amount not less than $5,000,000,000" for each of two counts against the British broadcaster, for alleged defamation and violation of the Florida Deceptive and Unfair Trade Practices Act. | Trump…
(2025-12-16). Iran, Georgia sign MoU in motor racing, tourism fields. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN ⚪ Touring & Automobile Club of the Islamic Republic of Iran (TACI) and Georgian Automobile Sport Federation signed a memorandum of understanding with the aim of developing bilateral cooperation in the field of motor racing and land tourism.
(2025-12-16). Open letter to Priyanka Gandhi. pilwatchgroup.blogspot.com Respected | Madam,
| We | had sent a letter to Rahul Gandhi ( 11.6.2017) urging him to go on a Padyatra from Kashmir to Kanyakumari.Today we | appeal to you to ensure that you get projected by INC as its PM choice.
| Need | of the Nation.
| Thanks, | Yours | sincerely,
(2025-12-16). Lukashenko hopes to speak with U.S. President Trump soon. eng.belta.by I hope to speak with U.S. President Donald Trump in the near future, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko said in an interview with the U.S. media company Newsmax.
(2025-12-16). Job postings in Japan seeking China-critical content spark public backlash. ecns.cn Job postings on a Japanese recruitment website seeking creators to produce content critical of China and favorable to Japan have sparked public backlash, with social media users questioning the funding behind the projects and urging greater transparency and investigation.
(2025-12-16). Iran's tea export increases 48%. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN- The head of the Iranian Tea Organization said this (Iranian calendar) year (began on March 21), the country's tea exports have increased by 48 percent compared to the same period last year, and close to 9.8 million kilograms of tea were exported to foreign markets.
(2025-12-16). Bolivia health ministry seeks to boost ties with IRCS. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — The Bolivian Minister of Health and Sports, Marcela Tatiana Flores Zambrana, has expressed her country's willingness to promote cooperation with the Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS) in the health sector, particularly the provision of hemodialysis and medical equipment.
(2025-12-16). Palestine out of 2025 FIFA Arab World Cup, but wins hearts. ummid.com Palestine National Football Team's dream to play Semi Finals of the 2025 FIFA Arab World Cup ended after it got defeated by Saudi Arabia Thursday.
(2025-12-16). Raids and Widespread Arrests in the West Bank. english.almanar.com.lb Israeli occupation forces arrested ten Palestinians in the early hours of Tuesday morning during raids across the governorates of Nablus, Tulkarm, Ramallah, and al-Bireh. The operations involved house searches, property damage, and field interrogations. In Nablus, local sources reported that Israeli occupation military vehicles stormed several neighborhoods. Forces raided homes in the al-Makhfiya neighborhood, ransacking …
(2025-12-16). Insights | Former Belarusian Deputy PM: Chinese modernization solves poverty issues other major powers fail to address. ecns.cn Chinese modernization, which puts people's wellbeing at its center, has achieved what other major powers have not — the eradication of absolute poverty, Anatoly Tozik, former Deputy Prime Minister of Belarus, in a recent interview with China News Network.
(2025-12-16). UN members vote 164-8 to support Palestinians' inalienable right to an independent state. tehrantimes.com The UN General Assembly on Monday overwhelmingly adopted a draft resolution reaffirming the Palestinian people's right to self-determination, including the right to an independent State of Palestine, Anadolu reported Tuesday.
(2025-12-16). Front pages of Iran's English dailies on December 16. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 16 (MNA) — Here are the front pages of Iran's English language dailies on Tuesday, December 16.
(2025-12-16). China seized 430 kg of cocaine on U.S. tip in November. ecns.cn Chinese anti-drug authorities seized 430 kilograms of cocaine from a suspicious international container at Yantian Port in Shenzhen on November 26."ÄÄ…
(2025-12-16). Behind the Israeli assassination of Raed Saad. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — The Israeli regime assassinated the second-in-command of the al-Qassam Brigades on December 13. What is the regime's objective?
(2025-12-16). China grants first Level-3 autonomous driving vehicle permits. ecns.cn China on Monday granted road approval for two electric sedan models equipped with Level-3 autonomous driving capabilities, marking the first time it has allowed such vehicles to operate on public roads.
(2025-12-16). President calls on South Africans to deepen reconciliation for future generations. sanews.gov.za President calls on South Africans to deepen reconciliation for future generations | President Cyril Ramaphosa has called on South Africans to reaffirm their commitment to reconciliation, unity and nation-building, saying the country's democratic foundation was built on choosing healing over vengeance. | Delivering the keynote address at the national commemoration of the Day of Reconciliation at the Ncome Museum in Nquthu on Tuesday, President Ramaphosa said the 16th of December remains a powerful moment for the nation to confront its painful past honestly while committing to a shared and peaceful future. | "This…
(2025-12-16). TEDPIX gains 32,000 points on Tuesday. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN- TEDPIX, the main index of the Tehran Securities Exchange (TSE), rose 32,334 points to 3.76 million on Tuesday, which is the fourth day of the Iranian calendar week.
(2025-12-16). President Ramaphosa warns against false narratives aimed at dividing South Africans. sanews.gov.za President Ramaphosa warns against false narratives aimed at dividing South Africans | President Cyril Ramaphosa has cautioned against misinformation and false narratives that seek to portray South Africa as a deeply divided society, warning that such narratives are designed to sow fear, hatred and division. | Speaking at the National Day of Reconciliation commemoration at the Ncome Museum in Nquthu on Tuesday, President Ramaphosa said there are individuals and groups, both inside and outside the country, who deliberately misrepresent the state of race relations and democracy in South Africa. | "There are those w…
(2025-12-16). Police repress Indian farmers' protest against ethanol plant. peoplesdispatch.org Scores of people were injured after police attacked farmers protesting the establishment of an ethanol factory in Hanumangarh in India's Rajasthan province on Wednesday, December 10. | Security forces carried out baton charges and fired tear gas on the farmers when they tried to The farmers have been agitating against the proposed ethanol factory for over a year now. They believe that scarce canal water would be diverted…
(2025-12-16). Budapest secures heating: Gas agreement with Baku and legal battle with Brussels. strategic-culture.su Can Azerbaijani gas completely replace Russian gas? The answer is no. | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | A solution is needed | Whil…
(2025-12-16). ICC's Karim Khan Says 'Senior UK Official' Threatened Him. popularresistance.org The British chief prosecutor of the International Criminal Court, Karim Khan, has accused a senior British government official of threatening to withdraw the UK's funding and support for the court if he pursued arrest warrants against Israeli leaders. | Middle East Eye understands the official to be the then foreign secretary and former prime minister David Cameron. | The allegation is contained in a statement submitted by Khan to the court which describes details of an alleged campaign of threats faced by the prosecutor in the leadup to his office requesting warrants against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netan…
(2025-12-16). Narges Mohammadi unwell after 'violent' arrest: supporters. newarab.com 
(2025-12-16). MHT CET 2026 Syllabus, Marking Scheme Published. ummid.com The Maharashtra CET Cell has published on its official website 'cetcell.mahacet.org' syllabus and marking scheme of MHT CET 2026 (PCM and PCB groups both) to be conducted for the academic year 2026-27.
(2025-12-16). BBC and ITV news are practically fawning over Reform. thecanary.co A research group has brought out a new study on the political biases behind broadcast news. The results are truly damning — shining a light on the disproportionate coverage of far-right Reform UK on the BBC and ITV. Enhancing Impartiality is an independent organisation funded by the Arts and Humanities Research Council. Its website states that: Our project will […] | By
(2025-12-16). Heroes Emerge Amid Sydney Terror Attack. devdiscourse.com A Sydney shopowner is being celebrated for disarming a gunman at a Jewish holiday event at Bondi Beach, while a couple and another man who perished confronting attackers are equally remembered for their heroism. Among the fallen is Reuven Morrison, 62, who attempted to halt the violence, according to his daughter.
(2025-12-16). Legal nonsense to justify non-judicial killings. strategic-culture.su By Jacob G. HORNBERGER | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | Many years ago, when I was practicing law in Texas, I learned that there w…
(2025-12-16). Ex-teacher sentenced to 18 years in jail for rape. ecns.cn A former high school teacher has been sentenced to 18 years in prison after being convicted of raping and forcibly molesting a female student, a court in the Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region said on Monday.
(2025-12-16). 3 Iranian police officers killed in clashes with gunmen. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 16 (MNA) — Three Iranian law enforcement officers and one civilian were martyred during an armed confrontation at a security checkpoint in Fahraj County, southeastern Iran, local authorities announced.
(2025-12-16). Lifting The Veil On International Human Rights Day. popularresistance.org The notion that the "West," responsible for the most horrific crimes in the annals of human history, could somehow be associated with the defense of something they called human rights was always an obscene proposition. But with the assistance of the human rights industry, which is infused with Eurocentrism and white saviorism, the collective West was given ideological cover to continue its project of racist plunder and colonial fascism after fascist forces were partially defeated in Europe with the end of the second imperialist war in 1945. | Outside of Europe, in the colonized world where fascism was originally…
(2025-12-16). The biggest bank robbery in history. strategic-culture.su The European Union presses on with plans to seize Russian assets permanently | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | For over two years,…
(2025-12-16). Shandong gives new life to traditions. ecns.cn More than 2,000 years since the great Chinese philosopher Confucius (551-479 BC) worked relentlessly to nurture people through culture, a similar endeavor thrives today. In his birthplace in Shandong province, ancient traditions are not just mere words in textbooks, but are instead vibrant and tangible experiences.
(2025-12-16). Asia Markets Slide as Investor Caution Grows Ahead of U.S. Data. devdiscourse.com Stocks in China and Hong Kong continued to decline on Tuesday, affecting Asian markets as a whole, as investors grew wary ahead of significant U.S. data releases. The Shanghai Composite Index dipped 1.1% by market close.
(2025-12-16). CLAT 2026 Answer Key Released, Raise Objections Before Dec 12. ummid.com The Consortium of National Law Universities released today on the official Answer Key (Provisional), along with Question Papers, of the Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) 2026 UG and PG on its official website consortiumofnlus.ac.in (clat.ac.in).
(2025-12-16). Life at the U.S.—Mexico border under the Trump administration. globalvoices.org 
(2025-12-16). How Corporate Platforms Are Suppressing Artists Who Dissent. popularresistance.org David Rovics is an activist musician who composes songs that educate about historical events, provide political analysis about current events, and raise up people from social movements. His solidarity with Palestinian liberation is deep, spanning his entire musical career. Recently, his entire 50-album catalog on YouTube Music was deleted. Clearing the FOG speaks with Rovics about the retaliation he has faced, some of his recent songs, how platforms like Spotify and YouTube are impacting the music industry, his artificial intelligence band, Ai Tsuno, and calls to boycott Spotify.
(2025-12-16). Trump Escalates Drug War, Declares Fentanyl a 'Weapon of Mass Destruction'. moderndiplomacy.eu U.S. President Donald Trump has dramatically escalated America's response to the fentanyl crisis by formally declaring the synthetic opioid a "weapon of mass destruction." The move, announced through an executive order signed on Monday, marks the first time a narcotic has been given such a designation and reframes fentanyl not just as a public health …
(2025-12-16). Karnataka Farmers in Crisis: BJP MP Blames Government Inaction. devdiscourse.com BJP MP Iranna Kadadi has charged the Karnataka government with negligence towards farmers, citing the absence of procurement centres as a cause of economic turmoil and suicides in the state. He raised these concerns during Zero Hour in the Rajya Sabha.
(2025-12-16). FM Araghchi departs Minsk for Moscow. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 16 (MNA) — Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi left the Belarusian capital Minsk for Moscow on Monday, following a series of high-level meetings with senior Belarusian officials.
(2025-12-16). Sanctions on Japan's former senior official announced. ecns.cn China announced countermeasures on Monday against a former senior official of Japan's Self-Defense Forces for colluding with "Taiwan independence" separatist forces, and stressed that the Taiwan question is a red line that must not be crossed.
(2025-12-16). Cinema Museum to show restored version of Mehrjui's "Sara" tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — The restored version of the 1993 film "Sara" written and directed by Dariush Mehrjui will be screened at the Cinema Museum of Iran in the north of Tehran on Thursday.
(2025-12-16). China, U.S. anti-drug agencies jointly crack down on cocaine smuggling. ecns.cn Law enforcement agencies from China and the United States have cooperated in cracking a major cocaine smuggling case, Chinese police authorities said Tuesday.
(2025-12-16). US suspends technology deal with Britain. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 16 (MNA) — The United States has suspended a technology deal it struck with Britain earlier this year, which was intended to boost ties in artificial intelligence, quantum computing, and civil nuclear energy.
(2025-12-16). Europe's hostile actions against Iran 'stain' on diplomacy. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 16 (MNA) — Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has criticized Europe's conduct on Iran's nuclear issue, describing its actions as deceptive and a stain on European diplomacy.
(2025-12-16). Australians Being Massacred Shouldn't Bother Us More Than Palestinians Being Massacred. thealtworld.com 
(2025-12-16). Beyond bombs: Israel's expansionist narrative in Lebanon. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Israel is waging a hybrid war against Hezbollah in Lebanon, weaving continued military strikes with a propaganda campaign and ongoing occupation. This multi-front assault is not merely tactical; it is a strategic effort to lay the diplomatic and narrative groundwork for a far broader military escalation.
(2025-12-16). Envy: the deadly sin of the left. onlineopinion.com.au Envy has replaced economics in Australia's policy debate. Taxing success may feel virtuous, but it steadily corrodes incentives, prosperity and living standards for everyone.
(2025-12-16). Foreign Tourist Arrivals to Vietnam Hit Record High Despite Pollution and Floods. moderndiplomacy.eu Vietnam is on track to welcome a record 21 million foreign tourists this year, underscoring a strong rebound from the COVID-19 pandemic despite ongoing environmental challenges. The tourism surge highlights Vietnam's growing appeal as one of Southeast Asia's top travel destinations, known for its long coastline, natural scenery, and rich cultural heritage. The milestone comes …
(2025-12-16). Balanced growth, structural reforms in focus for 2026. ecns.cn Economists expect China's 2026 policy agenda to place greater weight on domestic demand and innovation-led growth, sharpening the focus on long-term expansion and rebalancing the country's growth model.
(2025-12-16). The Oligarchy Study They Don't Want You to Remember. globalresearch.ca In the spring of 2014, Martin Gilens of Princeton and Benjamin Page of Northwestern did something that should have changed everything.
(2025-12-16). Dr Ambedkar's Critique of Islam and Muslims: A Scholarly Analysis. ummid.com This paper undertakes a critical re-evaluation of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar's seminal critique of Indian Muslims as articulated in his 1940 treatise, Pakistan or the Partition of India.
(2025-12-16). Facing Demography Dilemma: Putin Criticizes Russia's Birth Rates. globalresearch.ca The demographic measures that have already been taken in Russia are not enough, and negative tendencies toward lower birth rates persist in the country, President Vladimir Putin said at a meeting of the Council for Strategic Development and National Projects, …
(2025-12-16). The Earth Is Sick: How Modern Technology Is Devastating the Earth. muslimskeptic.com Technological advancement is hailed as the indisputable method of progressing mankind into a utopian future. In fact, one of the main goals of inventing new technologies is to solve existing problems, with the implied claim that at the epoch of technological advancement, all problems in existence will have been solved. However, this pro-technology notion ignores …
(2025-12-16). Iran's steel exports up 41% in 8 months: ISPA. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 16 (MNA) — The Iranian steel Producers Association (ISPA) has reported that the country's export of steel products registered a 41 percent growth in the first eight months of the current Iranian calendar year (started March 21, 2025).
(2025-12-16). Xi stresses importance of raising minors' moral standards. ecns.cn President Xi Jinping has underlined the strategic importance of intellectual and moral development for minors, and called for joint efforts to create a sound social environment conducive to the healthy growth of young people.
(2025-12-16). Vehicle crash, safety test center inaugurated in Tehran province. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN- A Vehicle Crash and Safety Test Center was inaugurated on Tuesday morning with the presence of Mohammad-Reza Aref, the first vice president, and the commanders of the Traffic Police, as well as a group of specialists in this field.
(2025-12-16). Maharashtra Municipal Corporation Poll Dates in Mumbai, Other Cities Out. ummid.com The Maharashtra State Election Commission Monday December 15, 2025 released the long awaited election schedule of the 29 Municipal Corporations or Maha Nagar Palika, of Maharashtra.
(2025-12-16). West Bank's Palestinians report widespread theft by Israeli army. newarab.com 
In the village of Arura in the central Rayan said her entire house was destroyed during the three-hour raid. "But what saddened me most was the theft of my children's savings," she said. | According to Rayan, soldiers broke her three children's piggy banks and stole their savings. Her eight-year-old daug…
(2025-12-16). What India Pays for Empty Parliament and Vanity Nationalism? ummid.com India pours public funds into Parliament and state assemblies as if they are engines of accountability, but what we receive in return is political theatre, ritual nationalism, walkouts, orchestrated chaos, and a government that uses the legislature as a rubber stamp.
(2025-12-16). Barnaby Joyce defects to One Nation — baggage included. independentaustralia.net 
(2025-12-16). No More Russian Aggression: Europe's Multinational Force to Deter Russia. thinktank.pk As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its fourth year, Europe is asserting its leadership in securing a lasting peace. On December 15, 2025, following intensive talks in Berlin, key European leaders issued a landmark joint statement pledging comprehensive security guarantees for Ukraine, including potential military intervention against any future Russian aggression. This bold commitment—backed by transatlantic …
(2025-12-16). Culinary muddles at UNESCO: Italian cuisine as intangible cultural heritage. onlineopinion.com.au Is Italian cuisine an ancient inheritance or a carefully cultivated myth, sustained by politics, and UNESCO seals rather than history and necessity?
(2025-12-16). Khwarizmi Youth Award winners honored. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — The 26th Khwarizmi Youth Award (KYA) honored 54 winners on Tuesday in a special ceremony at Shahid Beheshti University of Tehran, with science minister Hossein Simaei-Sarraf in attendance.
(2025-12-16). Iran-Russia relations rising to new level: Ambassador. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 16 (MNA) — Relations between Russia and Iran are rising to a new level, with the foreign ministers of the two countries set to discuss security issues in Moscow, Iran's ambassador to Russia, Kazem Jalali, says.
(2025-12-16). Asking the Right Questions When Lawless U.S. Officials Go on a Murder Spree. fpif.org What we are witnessing in the Caribbean and elsewhere today has been years in the making. Who will put a stop to it?
(2025-12-16). Cuba condemns terrorist attack in Australia. radiohc.cu Miguel Díaz-Canel, First Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Cuba and President of the Republic, condemned today the terrorist attack perpetrated this Sunday during a Jewish celebration in Sydney, Australia, with a preliminary death toll of 15 and more than 40 wounded. | Through the social network X, the Head of State conveyed his heartfelt condolences to the Government and people of that nation in Oceania. | "Cuba, which has long been a victim of terrorism, rejects all manifestations of this grave scourge," Díaz-Canel wrote in his message. | "We condemn the terrorist attack against a Jew…
(2025-12-16). Top activities for first-time visitors to Turkey Türkiye). independentaustralia.net 
(2025-12-16). European Shares Waver as U.S. Jobs Data Looms, Defence Stocks Slip. devdiscourse.com On Tuesday, European shares pulled back from previous gains as investors turned cautious ahead of crucial U.S. jobs data. The pan-European STOXX 600 dipped 0.1% to 581.87, reversing robust gains seen earlier. Regional indices in Germany and France also suffered slight declines.
(2025-12-16). Unit 731's crimes against humanity undeniable: Chinese FM. ecns.cn The National Archives Administration of China on Saturday published a batch of declassified Russia-provided archives on Soviet interrogations of the Japanese Unit 731 in Khabarovsk. The archives contain interrogation records of Unit 731 members and investigation reports on the unit's crime…
(2025-12-16). Interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS comes nearest to Earth ahead of Christmas. ummid.com Interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS is coming nearest to Earth on December 19, and astronomers are eager to welcome it as a Christmas 2025 gift.
(2025-12-16). Turkish discontent with Lebanon over the Cyprus maritime agreement. tehrantimes.com BEIRUT—Turkey's dissatisfaction with Lebanon has crystallized sharply following Beirut's decision to sign a maritime border demarcation and exclusive economic zone (EEZ) agreement with Cyprus with coordination with Ankara or Damascus.
(2025-12-16). Five years late, US 'Dark Eagle' still theoretical while Russia fields 'Iskander-1000'. infobrics.org US Army Lieutenant General Francisco Lozano himself confirmed this, stating that "the weapon could theoretically reach mainland China if launched from Guam, Moscow from Western Europe or Tehran from the Gulf region". Obviously, the keyword is "theoretically". If the "Dark Eagle" were anywhere near deployment, the Pentagon certainly wouldn't be using such language.
(2025-12-16). ISIL claims responsibility for deadly attack in Syria. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 16 (MNA) — The ISIL terrorist group has claimed responsibility for a deadly attack targeting forces affiliated with Abu Mohammad al-Jolani on the outskirts of Idlib, northwestern Syria, according to regional media reports.
(2025-12-16). Outrage as Bihar CM Nitish pulls down Muslim doctor's Hijab. ummid.com In a bizarre and sexist incident captured on camera, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar forcibly pulled down Hijab from the face of a Muslim doctor sparking a nationwide outrage.
(2025-12-16). This Week in People's History, Dec 17—23, 2025. portside.org This Week in People's History, Dec 17—23, 2025 |
(2025-12-16). SPL 2025/26: Al Nassr Top Goal Scorer So Far – Courtesy Felix, Ronaldo. ummid.com Saudi FC Al Nassr is the top goal scorer in the 2025-26 Saudi Pro League (SPL) season so far, courtesy its Skipper Cristiano Ronaldo and attacking Midfielder/Forward Joao Felix.
(2025-12-16). Baghcheban children's theater festival kicks off in Marand. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN- The 3rd edition of the Baghcheban National Children and Youth Theater Festival commenced in Marand, East Azarbaijan province, on Monday with the participation of theatrical groups from across the country.
(2025-12-16). Controversy Erupts Over Bihar CM's Veil Incident. devdiscourse.com Mehbooba Mufti, president of the People's Democratic Party (PDP), expressed her shock and dismay at an incident involving Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar. During a public event, Kumar was caught on video pulling down the veil of a Muslim woman, sparking public outrage.
(2025-12-16). Saudi Arabia, other GCC countries ban Dhurandhar. ummid.com Saudi Arabia and other GCC countries have banned the star studded Bollywood film, Dhurandhar, for its anti-Pakistan narrative.
(2025-12-16). Messi's Kolkata visit ends in chaos; organiser arrested, fans demand refunds. ummid.com Football legend and Argentina National Football Team Captain Lionel Messi's Kolkata visit Saturday ended in chaos forcing the Police to arrest the organiser while disappointed fans are demanding refunds.
(2025-12-16). Messi's Visit Marred: SIT Recommended for Salt Lake Stadium Vandalism Probe. devdiscourse.com An inquiry committee investigating vandalism during an event at Salt Lake Stadium featuring Argentine soccer star Lionel Messi has proposed the formation of a Special Investigation Team (SIT). The committee, led by Justice (Retd) Asim Kumar Roy, submitted its initial findings within three days.
(2025-12-16). Khazineh valley, marvel of nature in Lorestan. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN ⚪ Khazineh valley is midway between Pol Dokhtar-Andimeshk Road, in western Iran, next to a village by the same name. It has undergone erosion with the passage of time and taken its current shape after many peaks and troughs.
(2025-12-16). CSIR UGC NET December 2025 Admit Card: Link, Steps to Download. ummid.com CSIR UGC NET December 2025: The National Testing Agency (NTA) is releasing on its official website 'csirnet.nta.nic.in' the Admit Card and Hall Tickets of the candidates who have registered for the CSIR UGC NET December 2025.
(2025-12-16). Ukraine a 'black hole' of corruption – Fico. infobrics.org Slovak leader has been criticized by European bureaucrats for mentioning the corruption scandal in Ukraine.
(2025-12-16). How the Trump administration is fast-tracking logging in Illinois' only national forest. grist.org When the Forest Service approved the sale of nearly 70 acres for commercial logging in southern Illinois' Shawnee National Forest in late 2024, Sam Stearns was furious. The Shawnee is the only national forest in the state, and one of the smallest in the nation. The agency initially billed the so-called McCormick Oak-Hickory Restoration Project timber sale as a "thinning" operation to remove older trees and make room for younger saplings. Logging operations contribute to habitat loss, and Stearns found the Forest Service's justification lacking. | "Never in the history of this planet has a forest been logged ba…
(2025-12-16). India and Russia Set to Transform Travel with Landmark Agreement. infobrics.org India and Russia are on the brink of finalizing a deal that will revolutionize travel between the two countries. This move is expected to significantly boost tourism and strengthen business ties between the two nations…
(2025-12-16). Zelensky CAUGHT Staging Kupyansk Photo-Op + Kiev in CRISIS as Russia Advances. thealtworld.com Zelensky has quieted down about Ukrainian counter-attacks in Kupyansk, after a video began circulating on social media showing the true state of the location he claimed to visit last week—raising questions about when exactly his photo-op took place. | Scott Ritter, a former UN Weapons Inspector and US Marine Corps Intelligence Officer, noted that while counter-attacks are par for the course, the Ukrainian troops that engaged in Kupyansk were swiftly killed by the Russians. But that fact is ignored by the West, as they continue to exploit the Ukrainian people in a proxy war against Russia that has left Kiev…
(2025-12-16). Verdict on Jimmy Lai is reached strictly in accordance with law and evidence: HKSAR government. ecns.cn The verdict on the national security case of Jimmy Lai is well-grounded and appropriate and fully demonstrates that the court has acted strictly in accordance with the law and evidence, a spokesperson with China's Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) government said on Monday.Commenting on the case, HKSAR Chief Executive John Lee said that the verdict has fully reflected the justice of the law and upheld the core values of Hong Kong.
(2025-12-16). BRICS+ Countries to Unveil Public Database Tracking Bank Transfers. infobrics.org Database aims to preserve legacy and inform public about bloc's anti-corruption work…
(2025-12-16). De-Dollarization BRICS Update: Yuan Strategy Marks Major Turning Point. infobrics.org The BRICS expansion now includes yuan settlement mechanisms that have revolutionized how international trade gets conducted across various major financial sectors, and the BRICS currency mission is being advanced through coordinated efforts…
(2025-12-16). US Dangles NATO-Style Shield for Ukraine as Peace Talks Hit Territorial Wall. moderndiplomacy.eu The United States has offered Ukraine NATO-style security guarantees in talks aimed at ending Russia's war, raising cautious optimism among European leaders that a ceasefire could be possible. The proposal was made during negotiations in Berlin between U.S. envoys, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy and European officials. However, no agreement has been reached on territorial concessions, …
(2025-12-16). Alarm Over Suicides: Marital Woes Trigger Crisis. devdiscourse.com On Tuesday, IUML MP Harees Beeran expressed grave concerns over the staggering number of suicides tied to marriage-related issues in India. Citing NCRB data, he noted that 1,71,418 deaths in 2023 were attributed primarily to marital problems.
(2025-12-16). Maharashtra: Vacancies in Colleges, Universities to be filled soon. ummid.com The Maharashtra government said the vacant posts, including that of Lecturers and Assistant Professors, will be filled soon.
(2025-12-16). Intl. conference on mobile learning to focus on AI. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — The first international and the fourth national conference on mobile learning, titled 'Mobile learning in the age of artificial intelligence (AI): transformation of educational and vocational training system in industry', is scheduled to be held on February 16 and 17 in Tehran's Allameh Tabatabai University.
(2025-12-16). ITC Hotels Expands Storii Brand with Nature-Inspired Wildlife Resorts. devdiscourse.com ITC Hotels Ltd is poised to extend its boutique hospitality brand, Storii by ITC Hotels, through the establishment of four new properties totaling 141 rooms in India's prized wildlife destinations.
(2025-12-16). US: Judge orders release of Iranian bodybuilder after detention. newarab.com 
A federal judge is ordering the release of an Ziaei's attorneys told a judge in Albuquerque that he was being held in violation of due process protections at an immigrant detention facility in New Mexico nearly six months after being taken into custody at a check-in appo…
(2025-12-16). Fraudulent networks fuel deforestation and illegal timber exports in Cameroon. globalvoices.org 
(2025-12-16). Spain Hits Airbnb : A Win for Residents in the Battle Against Housing Crisis? thinktank.pk In a landmark decision that highlights the growing tension between booming tourism and affordable housing, Spain's government has slapped Airbnb with a massive ‚Ǩ65 million fine on December 15, 2025. The penalty targets the platform's role in promoting over 65,000 illegal short-term rental listings, marking a significant escalation in the country's efforts to regulate short-term …
(2025-12-16). The country's biggest magnesium producer went bankrupt. Who's going to clean up the $100M mess? grist.org 
Bill Johnson has witnessed the extent of US Magnesium's pollution up close. | He's seen the wastewater pond that was so acidic it bubbled like a cauldron. He noted where the corrosive liquid had eaten through the soil beneath, and where it burned through earthen barriers and spilled into the neighboring public lands near Utah's Great Salt Lake. | When staff at the company's facility gave him a safety lecture, Johnson said he was told to remove any corrective lenses. "The chlorine emissions" from the nearby plant, he explained in an interview — "if the wind direction changes and brings that down to ground…
(2025-12-16). 'Where Love Lives'? Not in the Naqab Region John Lewis accused over Israeli SodaStream products. thecanary.co Achingly middle class retailer John Lewis has once again pulled off a touching, if slightly hokey, Christmas ad. An uncommunicative teenager gives his Dad a vinyl copy of Alison Limerick's house classic Where Love Lives and bonding ensues. But behind the festive mush, there are allegations that John Lewis is failing to address concerns over […] | By
(2025-12-16). XI International Conference "Educational Migration to Russia in the Context of Global Trends" russiancouncil.ru On December 11, 2025, RIAC in cooperation with RANEPA held the XI International Conference "Educational Migration to Russia in the Context of Global Trends"
(2025-12-16). Trump says Ukraine deal close, Europe proposes peace force. newarab.com 
The upbeat remarks came as key powers met in Berlin with
(2025-12-16). 'Sensitivities on registration of Behzad's miniature, Samanu by Afghanistan, Tajikistan unfounded'. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN ⚪ Sensitivities regarding global registration of Iranian miniature painter Kamaluddin Behzad's art (a detailed and symbolic form of painting scenes from history and literature) by Afghanistan and Samanu (a traditional Iranian sweet paste made entirely from mashed germinated wheat) by Tajikistan are unfounded, said Deputy Cultural Heritage Minister Ali Darabi.
(2025-12-16). Bondi under fire: How Australia responded to terror and fear. independentaustralia.net 
(2025-12-16). Sudan tops International Rescue Committee crises watchlist. newarab.com 
It is the third time in a row Sudan has headed the list, which was published on Tuesday. It highlights the 20 countries most at risk of new or worsened humanitarian emergencies. | "What the IRC is seeing on the ground is not a tragic accident. The world is not simply failing to respond to cris…
(2025-12-16). IAEA chief, Egyptian FM discuss Iran's nuclear program. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 16 (MNA) — Director-General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Rafael Grossi and Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty held a telephone conversation on Tuesday to discuss Iran's nuclear file.
(2025-12-16). Scientists alter mast cells to fight cancerous tumors. ecns.cn Scientists at Zhejiang University have found a way to turn allergy-causing cells in the body into cancer-fighting agents, offering a new targeted approach that combines immune system activation with precise delivery of cancer treatments.
(2025-12-16). When Scripture Enters the Courtroom: Manusmriti, Criminal Justice and India's Constitutional Crisis. ummid.com India's constitutional framework rests on a foundational premise: Criminal Justice must be governed by enacted law and constitutional values, not by religious scripture or moral theology.
(2025-12-16). 'You cannot defeat drugs with missiles'. Lukashenko urges dialogue over force on global issues. eng.belta.by To address global-scale problems, including drug trafficking, what we need is thoughtful and coordinated actions of different countries, not military operations, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko said in an interview with the U.S. media company Newsmax.
(2025-12-16). Debate on Vande Mataram is Reminiscent of Political Immaturity. ummid.com The uproar over Vande Mataram that recently erupted in Parliament is not a debate — it is political theatre and misuse of a cultural symbol to score ideological points.
(2025-12-16). "It Was Dead People Everywhere" : How a Hanukkah Celebration at Bondi Turned Into Massacre. moderndiplomacy.eu What began as a festive Hanukkah gathering on Sydney's iconic Bondi Beach ended in one of Australia's deadliest mass shootings. Families and children had gathered for music, food and celebrations marking the Jewish festival of light. Advertisements had promised joy, safety and community. Instead, the beachfront became a scene of terror and bloodshed. For up …
(2025-12-16). The San Silvestre Race will be held to Commemorate the 67th Anniversary of the Revolution. radiohc.cu Havana, December 15 (RHC) — The iconic Ciudad Deportiva will host the traditional San Silvestre race on December 31st, organized by the Havana sports department, with technical support from the National Commission of Races and Walks Marabana-Maracuba (CNCCMM). | The event, part of the celebrations for the 67th anniversary of the triumph of the Revolution, will take place along Vía Blanca, Primelles, Santa Catalina, and Boyeros avenues, starting and finishing in the facility's parking lot. | The official distance will be 10 kilometers, to be covered in five laps following the direction of traffic. The prepara…
(2025-12-16). HKSAR security chief comments on conviction of Jimmy Lai. ecns.cn The conviction of Jimmy Lai underscores that any individual who seeks to undermine national security will ultimately face justice, and that judicial proceedings are capable of revealing the full facts of a case, HKSAR Secretary for Security Chris Tang Ping-keung said on Monday when commenting on the latest ruling. He noted that extensive evidence and witness testimony presented during the trial clearly demonstrated to the public Lai's key role in the planning, organization and incitement of social turmoil in Hong Kong.
(2025-12-16). Kerala Local Body Election Results 2025: Broader Lessons. ummid.com The results of Kerala's recent local body elections have been swiftly pressed into service by competing political claims – he Congress sees revival, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) declares a breakthrough, and the ruling Left Democratic Front (LDF) seeks refuge in the familiar explanation of routine anti-incumbency.
(2025-12-16). Telangana SSC 2026: Check Detailed Time Table Here. ummid.com The Board of Secondary Education (BSE) Telangana State Wednesday released the Time Table of Telangana State TS SSC Class 10th March 2026 (BSE Telangana Class X) exam on its website.
(2025-12-16). Kandoleh Grape Festival registered in list of tourism events. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN ⚪ Kandoleh Grape Festival in Sahneh county, Kermanshah province, was registered in the list of tourism events of Iran. Holding this festival every year helps develop rural tourism and introduce the agricultural and cultural capacities of the region.
(2025-12-16). Workforce rides AI wave as new roles emerge. ecns.cn In 2024 alone, more than a dozen major institutions — including Tsinghua University, Harbin Institute of Technology, the University of Science and Technology of China and Wuhan University — have created or restructured AI schools.
(2025-12-16). Quality standards key to healthy property sector. ecns.cn Efforts to establish and expand the application of a more comprehensive set of quality homebuilding standards are crucial to China's residential property sector amid the drive to transform its sluggish real estate industry and stimulate potential homebuyers' demand for improved living spaces, said officials and experts.
(2025-12-16). Narendra Modi, and Duties vs Rights. ummid.com What Modi is telling in his letter is the way of suppressing the concept of 'right' which is clear in his policy of relegating the religious minorities to second class status, coining the term Urban Naxals for the public intellectuals among others.
(2025-12-16). English translation of "Nigaristan" published by Edinburgh University Press. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — The English translation of the book "The Picture Gallery (Nigaristan): A Persian Moral Miscellany" has been released by the Edinburgh University Press.
(2025-12-16). SPECIAL REPORT The Shadow State: Inside the Exiled Plot to Balkanize Syria. moderndiplomacy.eu In a quiet Moscow suburb, a man who once commanded Syria's most feared intelligence agency stares at his phone, recording a voice note. "Be patient, my people," he whispers. "I am the one who will restore your dignity." Hundreds of miles away, in a luxury hotel room in the same city, a billionaire who funded …
(2025-12-16). Iran dismisses Rafael Grossi as unfit for UN chief role. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 16 (MNA) — Iran has called for a fair process to select the next UN secretary-general, warning that candidates who remained silent on unlawful military attacks against Iran's peaceful nuclear program are unfit, referring to Grossi.
(2025-12-16). Uni-themed apparel all the rage. ecns.cn Chinese universities are discovering that school logo and team-related apparel, in this case, winter outerwear, is becoming hot on campuses, especially as temperatures plummet.
(2025-12-16). Mistaken identity: Innocent Pakistani national endures ordeal after Bondi Beach attack. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — The violent attack on a Hanukkah celebration at Bondi Beach on December 14, which tragically claimed 16 lives, has been compounded by a dangerous wave of online misinformation, placing an innocent Pakistani-origin resident in fear for his life.
(2025-12-16). Justice for some: NDIS fraud punished, Robodebt crimes rewarded. independentaustralia.net 
(2025-12-16). South Korea Media Regulator Nominee Signals Push for Social Media Curbs on Teenagers. moderndiplomacy.eu South Korea's nominee to head the country's broadcast and media commission has said restricting social media use by teenagers would be a priority if he is confirmed, reflecting growing global concern over the impact of online platforms on young people. Kim Jong-cheol made the remarks on Tuesday during a parliamentary hearing on his nomination, signalling …
(2025-12-16). Human-Wave Assaults and Drones Signal Myanmar Junta's Battlefield Comeback. moderndiplomacy.eu Four years after seizing power in a coup, Myanmar's military junta is adapting to survive a grinding civil war that once appeared to be slipping beyond its control. In October, rebel fighters in central Myanmar described facing a level of intensity they had not seen before: sustained artillery fire, coordinated drone strikes, and repeated infantry …
(2025-12-16). Israeli 'Predator' Smartphone Spyware Exposed. popularresistance.org New research published by Amnesty International exposes the disturbing internal workings of Intellexa, and its constellation of digital espionage products. This includes 'Predator', a highly invasive resource linked to grave human rights abuses in multiple countries. Intellexa's menacing technology allows government customers to access target smartphones' cameras, microphones, encrypted chat apps, emails, GPS locations, photos, files, browsing activity, and more. It's just the latest example of an Israeli-linked spyware specialist acting with no consideration for the law — although one wouldn't know that fr…
(2025-12-16). Manchester United Draw in Crazy Match against Bournemouth. radiohc.cu Havana, December 15 (RHC) — Today, Manchester United drew 4-4 in a crazy match against Bournemouth in the English Premier League. | Ivorian striker Amad Diallo put the Red Devils ahead in the 13th minute, but Ghanaian Antoine Semenyo equalised in the 40th. | Manchester United regained the lead through Brazilian Casemiro (45+4), but his compatriot Evanilson (46) and Marcus Tavernier (52) turned the tide in Bournemouth's favour. | Just when it seemed they would secure the victory, Portuguese Bruno Fernandes (77) and fellow Brazilian Matheus Cunha (79) began what appeared to be a comeback, until Franco-Ivorian…
(2025-12-16). Iranian civilization: ancient, influential legacy in human history. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN ⚪ With a history spanning over 8,000 years, the Iranian civilization is recognized as one of the oldest and most influential civilizations in the world, playing a significant role not only in cultural and artistic fields but also in science and philosophy, Iran Press reported.
(2025-12-16). China rebukes UK for 'interfering' in Hong Kong case. ecns.cn The verdict was handed down by the High Court of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region on the national security case of Lai and three companies linked to the now-defunct Apple Daily newspaper founded by Lai.
(2025-12-16). Moscow Puzzled Over Berlin Agreements. devdiscourse.com Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov has stated that Moscow currently does not comprehend the agreements concluded between the United States, Ukraine, and the European Union in recent discussions held in Berlin, as reported by Russian news agencies on Tuesday.
(2025-12-16). Iran-Belarus ties expanding across political, economic fields. en.mehrnews.com MINSK, Dec. 16 (MNA) — Iran's Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi said relations between Iran and Belarus are steadily expanding in political, economic, and cultural domains, citing shared international positions and untapped cooperation potential.
(2025-12-16). Reflecting on SA's nation building, cohesion journey. sanews.gov.za Reflecting on SA's nation building, cohesion journey | As we bask in the holiday spirit and festive cheer, our collective reflection at the sunset of 2025 should also acknowledge how far democratic South Africa has come. | While spending time with family and loved ones is a hallmark of the December break, it is also a time at which the country commemorates Reconciliation Month which, includes Reconciliation Day. | Today, the nation marks National Reconciliation Day to promote social cohesion, healing, unity and nation-building. | Commemorated since December 1995, Reconciliation Day and Reconciliation Month aim t…
(2025-12-16). China's oil output to hit record in 2025 as gas production continues to rise. ecns.cn China's crude oil output in 2025 is expected to reach 215 million metric tons, a record high, while natural gas production could rise to 260 billion cubic meters, up 35% from the end of the 13th Five-Year Plan period (2015-2020), data from the National Energy Administration (NEA) shows.
(2025-12-16). From Chaos to Confidence: Future Proofing Pune and PCMC's Real Estate Story. ummid.com Making Pune and PCMC future-ready depends on strong political leadership and will, and the infrastructure story must go from plans on paper to on-ground action.
(2025-12-16). Innovation to give edge in frontier sectors. ecns.cn China's resolve to promote innovation-driven development to accelerate the cultivation of new growth drivers is expected to help the country gain an edge in strategic emerging fields and tech frontiers, and boost the nation's long-term competitiveness globally amid external uncertainties, said experts, economists and company executives.
(2025-12-16). Explore: Importance of Hira and other Makkah mountains. ummid.com Makkah is home to a group of mountains of deep religious and symbolic significance, most notably Mount Hira, which houses the Cave of Hira (Ghar e Hira), where revelation first descended.
(2025-12-16). Being a Woman Who Likes F1 Doesn't Mean I'm Here for the Drivers' Looks. moderndiplomacy.eu If you asked a motorsport fan, particularly F1 fans in the era of Mercedes dominance, most would describe the era as "boring and predictable." Sepang even had to stop hosting the race, as the revenue just did not cover the cost for hosting the race itself, because let's face it, would you attend an (almost) …
(2025-12-16). Price of a Surrogate Mother: Costs in 5+1 Affordable Countries. tehrantimes.com Understanding the cost of a surrogate mother is a key step in exploring international surrogacy. Costs vary by country, legal systems, clinic fees, and optional extras like donor eggs, ICSI, and PGT. This guide provides a clear look at surrogacy expenses in six of the most affordable countries, including Iran. It aims to help you plan your family-building journey with confidence.
(2025-12-16). PM Minister Takaichi's Statement: "A Survival Threatening Situation" for Japan. Reckless Revival of Historic Rhetoric. From the Anglo-Japanese Alliance to AUKUS. globalresearch.ca The recent comments by Japan's relatively new Prime Minister Takaichi in parliament regarding Taiwan have provoked a significant and immediate reaction from China. | The prime minister stated that certain actions, particularly those involving warships and military force, could constitute a …
(2025-12-16). MeitY issues warning over fake DigiLocker app. ummid.com The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has issued a warning against a fake DigiLocker app found circulating online.
(2025-12-16). Peace on Paper: How M23 Is Building a State Within Congo. moderndiplomacy.eu In current day Rwanda, hundreds of men and women sit in rows in a wooden hall near Rutshuru, deep in eastern Congo. They have just finished a two-week "re-education" course run by the M23 rebellion. At the front, commander Sultani Makenga poses a question that is less inquiry than instruction: do they understand that only …
(2025-12-16). Ukraine willing to drop NATO membership bid. ecns.cn Following five hours of talks on Sunday, negotiations between Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky and United States representatives on a possible Russia-Ukraine peace deal resumed in Berlin, Germany on Monday, after Zelensky said Kyiv was willing to drop its bid for NATO membership in exchange for US and European security guarantees.
(2025-12-16). Policy support urged to boost marriage rate. ecns.cn Experts have called for stronger policy and financial support for young people and enhanced efforts to eliminate workplace discrimination to foster a marriage-and birth-friendly society.
(2025-12-16). Trump disgustingly mocks murdered film director Reiner. thecanary.co 
Donald Trump has sunk to a new disgusting low by twice mocking the late film director Rob Reiner. Along with his wife, Michele Reiner, Rob was found dead in his California home. The police have since arrested the couple's son, Nick, on suspicion of murder. The US president said: A very sad thing happened last night […] | By
(2025-12-16). Eight more fatalities as US military escalates highly scrutinized boat attacks. tehrantimes.com The U.S. military has launched a fresh round of deadly strikes on foreign vessels suspected of trafficking narcotics, killing eight people, The Guardian reported Tuesday.
(2025-12-16). Lodha Developers and MRG Group Join Forces for Gurugram Real Estate Boom. devdiscourse.com Lodha Developers Ltd has announced a collaboration with MRG Group to introduce two ambitious real estate projects in Gurugram, with a projected revenue surpassing Rs 3,600 crore.
(2025-12-16). The Far Right Triumphs In Chile. popularresistance.org There was little doubt about the outcome of Chile's second round presidential election on December 14. After receiving overwhelming support from almost the entire Chilean right (which, if you add up their vote shares in the first round, represented the vast majority), José Antonio Kast will become Chile's next president. | In the first round, Jeanette Jara narrowly took first place with 26.85%, followed closely by Kast, who won 23.93% of the valid votes, thus securing his place in the runoff. In third, fourth, and fifth place were three right-wing candidates: center-right Franco Parisi (19.71%), libertarian Johan…
(2025-12-16). A Cruder Imperial Logic, A More Volatile American Empire. fpif.org The Trump administration's Already coming under heavy criticism, with Foreign Policy in Focus publishing warnings about its implications for
(2025-12-16). Taiwan Warns It Can React Instantly if China Turns Drills Into a Surprise Attack. moderndiplomacy.eu Taiwan's defence ministry has warned lawmakers that the island faces a growing risk of a sudden Chinese attack masked as routine military drills. In a report submitted to parliament, the ministry said Taiwan's armed forces are prepared to respond immediately, even without direct orders from senior command, if China shifts from exercises to actual combat. …
(2025-12-16). Inside Chicago's Neighborhood ICE Resistance. portside.org Inside Chicago's Neighborhood ICE Resistance |
(2025-12-16). The selective lens: Why some victims make headlines, and others are numbers. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — In today's world, media serve as the fundamental instrument for both shaping public opinion and actively constructing reality. Western media occupy a uniquely dominant position in this sphere, leveraging their vast organizational reach and advanced technological capabilities to lead global narrative-building.
(2025-12-16). Qatar and US seek peace in Congo-Rwanda conflict and challenge Chinese influence. infobrics.org China has a monopoly on the DRC's cobalt sector.
(2025-12-16). Book celebrating life of Martyr General Qassem Soleimani republished. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN- The 7th edition of the book "Qassem," authored by Iranian resistance literature researcher Morteza Sarhangi, has recently been published.
(2025-12-16). Pushing Muslim Political Consciousness Back to Pre-Partition Mindset. ummid.com The Indian Muslims are currently not just back to square one — they are, in truth, below zero, because whatever political capital the community had before the Partition has eroded further.
(2025-12-16). Australian PM: 'Islamic State ideology' drove Bondi Beach gunmen. newarab.com 
A father and son were driven by "Islamic State ideology" when Sajid Akram and his son Naveed opened fire on people thronging the famous beach for Authorities said the attack was designed to so…
(2025-12-16). Number of Indian-Americans in Zohran Mamdani's Transition Team. ummid.com New York City Mayor, Zohran Mamdani, has included a number of Indian Americans in his transition team.
(2025-12-16). RRB NTPC CEN 05/2024 CBT 2 Result Out: Check Here. ummid.com RRB NTPC CEN 05/2024 CBT 2 Result: The Ministry of Railways has result of the Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC-Graduate) CEN 05/2024, also known as RRB NTPC Graduate CBT 2, exam on its official website.
(2025-12-16). Congress quietly moves US closer to military draft. responsiblestatecraft.org
(2025-12-16). Hainan FTP launches international services portal. ecns.cn
(2025-12-16). West Bank: Israeli occupation forces storm Silwad town, northeast of Ramallah. english.almanar.com.lb
(2025-12-16). Israeli gunboat opens fire towards Naqoura coast, drops flare bomb in the area. english.almanar.com.lb
(2025-12-16). Quando a ´nossa civilizaàßà£o ª zurra. strategic-culture.su
(2025-12-16). Quando a ´nossa civilizaàßà£o ª zurra. strategic-culture.su
(2025-12-16). U.S. Military Willing to Attack "Designated Terrorist Organizations" Within America, General Says. theintercept.com
(2025-12-16). Directivos del ICS intercambiaron con expertos brasileños. radiohc.cu Directivos del Instituto de Información y Comunicación Social de Cuba (ICS) intercambiaron este lunes con una delegación de expertos de la Contraloría General de la Unión de Brasil (CGU). | Onelio Castillo Corderí, vicepresidente primero del organismo cubano, encabezó el encuentro en el que los brasileños se interesaron por el proceso de elaboración, consulta e implementación de la Ley 162 ´De Comunicación Social ª y sus reglamentos, y por la labor del Instituto en la gestión estratégica e integrada de la comunicación. | Los visitantes conocieron experiencias, buenas prácticas y desafíos vinculados al…
(2025-12-16). Del mercado ilegal al mercado oficial: El reto cambiario de Cuba (+ Video). cubadebate.cu El debate sobre el mercado cambiario en Cuba continúa en Cuadrando la Caja con un análisis detallado de los mecanismos de especulación, el papel de actores ilegales y las consecuencias económicas y sociales del mercado informal de divisas. Expertos del ámbito económico y de la seguridad explican cómo estas prácticas afectan las remesas, los precios y la política monetaria, y qué condiciones se requieren para avanzar hacia un mercado cambiario institucional.
(2025-12-16). Uneac felicita a maestro Manuel Mendive en su 80 cumpleaños. cubadebate.cu La Unión de Escritores y Artistas de Cuba (Uneac) felicitó hoy desde sus perfil en Facebook al maestro de las artes plásticas Manuel Mendive Hoyos, en ocasión de su cumpleaños número 80, y resaltó su aporte a la cultura nacional y latinoamericana. Su obra, marcada por la impronta del panteón yoruba y la exploración de la identidad cultural cubana, ha sido exhibida en países como Hungría, Polonia, Angola, Rusia y Congo.
(2025-12-16). Continúa el proceso de arranque de la Unidad 4 de la CTE Carlos Manuel de Céspedes. cubadebate.cu La Unidad No. 4 de la Central Termoeléctrica (CTE) Carlos Manuel de Céspedes continúa en proceso de arranque, como parte de las acciones previstas para su próxima incorporación al Sistema Electroenergético Nacional (SEN).
(2025-12-16). Empresa vietnamita invierte en cultivos de ciclo corto en Cuba. cubadebate.cu Empresa vietnamita invertirá más de 50 millones de dólares en un ambicioso proyecto agrícola en Cuba para desarrollar la cadena de valor del marañón y otros cultivos de ciclo corto en la provincia de Artemisa, consolidando la cooperación estratégica entre ambos países.
(2025-12-16). Guerra en la sombra: Cómo la corrupción en Ucrania corroe la ayuda occidental. strategic-culture.su LR: El exdirector de la empresa estatal de energía nuclear de Ucrania, Energoatom, Petro Kotin, el ministro de Justicia, Herman Halushchenko, y el presidente de Ucrania, Volodymyr Zelensky. Foto: Reuters | En el contexto de la confrontación militar en curso, Ucrania se ha visto plagada de una serie de escándalos de corrupción a gran escala que afectan a sectores clave, desde la adquisición de material de defensa hasta la energía. Estos acontecimientos se producen en un momento crítico, ya que los socios occidentales se reunieron en la cumbre del G7 en Canadá para reafirmar su apoyo a Kiev, al tiempo que exigían m…
(2025-12-16). Serie beisbolera cubana al rojo vivo en la antesala de la postemporada. cubadebate.cu Los focos mediáticos se centran en el paso firme de los vigentes campeones Leñadores de Las Tunas, líderes del torneo, y de los Cocodrilos de Matanzas, segundos a solo juego y medio de diferencia.
(2025-12-16). Continúa el proceso de arranque de la Unidad 4 de la CTE Carlos Manuel de Céspedes. cubadebate.cu La Unidad No. 4 de la Central Termoeléctrica (CTE) Carlos Manuel de Céspedes continúa en proceso de arranque, como parte de las acciones previstas para su próxima incorporación al Sistema Electroenergético Nacional (SEN).
(2025-12-16). Volkswagen cierra por primera vez en su historia una planta de producción en Alemania. cubadebate.cu La automotriz alemana Volkswagen dejará de fabricar vehículos en su planta de Dresde a partir del próximo martes 16/12, una decisión que marca un hecho inédito en sus 88 años de historia. Será la primera vez que el grupo cierre una línea de producción en Alemania.
(2025-12-16). Trabajadores del Louvre se declaran en huelga. cubadebate.cu El Museo del Louvre cerró sus puertas este lunes 15 de diciembre, lo que deja a miles de visitantes decepcionados. La medida llega en protesta a las condiciones laborales en el monumento parisino, dos meses después de un impactante robo.
(2025-12-16). Guerra en la sombra: Cómo la corrupción en Ucrania corroe la ayuda occidental. strategic-culture.su LR: El exdirector de la empresa estatal de energía nuclear de Ucrania, Energoatom, Petro Kotin, el ministro de Justicia, Herman Halushchenko, y el presidente de Ucrania, Volodymyr Zelensky. Foto: Reuters | En el contexto de la confrontación militar en curso, Ucrania se ha visto plagada de una serie de escándalos de corrupción a gran escala que afectan a sectores clave, desde la adquisición de material de defensa hasta la energía. Estos acontecimientos se producen en un momento crítico, ya que los socios occidentales se reunieron en la cumbre del G7 en Canadá para reafirmar su apoyo a Kiev, al tiempo que exigían m…
(2025-12-16). Gobierno de Cuba condena ataque terrorista contra celebración judía en Australia. radiohc.cu
(2025-12-16). Watch: Ahmed al Ahmed tackles, disarms Bondi Beach gunman. ummid.com In a rare display of bravery, a Muslim fruit seller, later identified as Ahmed el Ahmad, tackled and disarmed the Bondi Beach gunman who targeted the Jewish festival Sunday.
(2025-12-16). European football fuels online betting black market in Algeria. newarab.com 
In a small apartment in Bordj El Kiffan, east of Algiers, the glow of a phone screen, filled with numbers and dense statistics, reflected off Karim's tired eyes as he followed a Spanish league match. The 20-something, who asked to be identified only by his first name, highlighting the legal risks he faced, had placed a ‚Ǩ50 ($59) bet on 1Xbet after bypassing the government ban with a VPN. What bega…
(2025-12-16). La National Security Strategy: una "chiamata alle armi" strategic-culture.su
(2025-12-15). Palestinians in Gaza fear rain as war-damaged buildings collapse. aljazeera.com Storms in Gaza have caused war-damaged buildings to collapse, killing civilians and leaving many Palestinians afraid.
(2025-12-15). ICC rejects Israeli bid to block Gaza war crimes investigation. aljazeera.com The decision comes amid mounting international pressure over the humanitarian toll of Israel's genocidal war on Gaza.
(2025-12-15). Israel strikes central, southern Gaza, settlers storm Nablus. newarab.com 
(2025-12-15). Israel demolishes more buildings in military-controlled Gaza: Analysis. aljazeera.com Satellite images show ongoing demolitions behind 'yellow line'; experts warn actions likely violate Geneva Convention.
(2025-12-15). Turkey excluded from U.S. military postwar Gaza summit in Doha as officials cite Israeli veto. haaretz.com Representatives from more than 45 countries have been invited to participate in what is described as an 'interim meeting,' where no final decisions are slated to take place. An Arab source close to the Turkish government said that Doha and Ankara are currently exerting pressure on Washington to invite Turkey to the conference…
(2025-12-15). Israel's Gaza Proxy Strategy Is Collapsing. portside.org Israel's Gaza Proxy Strategy Is Collapsing |
(2025-12-15). As storms flood tent camps, Israeli NGOs race to raise money and aid. haaretz.com As conditions in Gaza worsen for those displaced by the war, two Israeli NGOs are stepping up their aid efforts. 'We need to help others for only one reason: because we can, and because they need help,' says a director of one organization…
(2025-12-15). Headlines for December 15, 2025. democracynow.org At Least 15 People Killed in Mass Shooting at Hanukkah Event in Australia, Gunman Still at Large After Deadly Shooting at Brown University, Filmmaker Rob Reiner and His Wife Found Dead in Los Angeles Home, Trump Vows to Retaliate After 3 Americans Were Killed in ISIS Attack in Syria, Hamas Confirms Death of Senior Commander, Israel's Security Cabinet Approves Plans to Formally Recognize 19 Settlement Outposts in West Bank, At Least 37 People Killed in Flash Floods in Morocco, U.S. Seized Oil Tanker Near Venezuela as Warrant Was Set to Expire, Chile Elects Far-Right Candidate José Antonio Kast as President,…
(2025-12-15). House To Vote This Week on Bill To Block Trump From Launching a War With Venezuela. news.antiwar.com The House is expected to vote on Thursday on a bipartisan War Powers Resolution aimed at blocking President Trump from launching an attack on Venezuela amid a major US military buildup in the Caribbean and threats of a regime change war to oust Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro. Contact your House Representative and tell them to …
(2025-12-15). US Relied on Illegal Sanctions to Seize Venezuelan Oil Tanker. truthout.org "We have just seized a tanker on the coast of Venezuela — a large tanker, very large, the largest one ever seized actually," Donald Trump told reporters on December 10, describing the escalation of his apparently impending illegal war and regime change in Venezuela. Attorney General Pam Bondi ceremoniously released a video clip of the U.S. Marines and National Guard rappelling down from two… |
(2025-12-15). Lebanon: Israel Unlawfully Destroying Reconstruction Equipment. hrw.org Click to expand Image | A destroyed bulldozer and other damaged heavy machinery from an Israeli airstrike on September 3, 2025 on Ansariyeh, southern Lebanon. | © 2025 Human Rights Watch | (Beirut) — The Israeli military's repeated attacks on reconstruction-related equipment and other civilian facilities in southern Lebanon throughout 2025 violate the laws of war and are apparent war crimes, Human Rights Watch said today.Residents and local municipal authorities told Human Rights Watch that the attacks have hampered reconstruction efforts and the ability of tens of thousands of displaced people to…
(2025-12-15). Iran's Mazandaran exports over 17k tons of kiwi in 8 months. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 15 (MNA) — The head of Agricultural Jihad Organization of Mazandaran province says 17,584 tons of fresh kiwi fruits were exported from the province overseas in the first eight months of the current Iranian calendar year (Mar. 21, 2025).
(2025-12-15). Australia mulls tougher gun laws after father and son kill 15 at Bondi Beach. geo.tv 
Armed police work at the scene after a shooting incident at Bondi Beach in Sydney on December 14, 2025. — AFPSYDNEY: Australia signalled plans for tougher gun laws on Monday as the country began mourning victims of its worst mass shooting in almost 30 years, in which a father and…
(2025-12-15). JEE Advanced 2026 date, eligibility criteria confirmed. ummid.com The IIT Roorkee today confirmed the JEE Advanced 2026 date and also released the eligibility criteria for appearing in the important entrance exams.
(2025-12-15). Beloved Director Rob Reiner And Wife Michele Found Dead in Los Angeles Home. newsone.com 
Source: John Lamparski / Getty | Beloved Hollywood director and All In The Family alum Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele Singer, were found dead in their Los Angeles home on Sunday, Dec. 14, in what police are investigating as a homicide. | Early reports indicated the Los Angeles Police Department was conducting a murder investigation after the bodies of a 78-year-old man and a 68-year-old woman, matching the ages of the couple, were found with apparent stab wounds in a Brentwood residence owned by Reiner. Authorities were called to the scene around 3: 30 p.m. PT for a medical emergency and subsequently launched…
(2025-12-15). trial hearing cut short as Paraguayan parliament president visits court. haaretz.com At the start of the hearing, Netanyahu said he had requested a full cancellation, citing 'something big in South America.' Before adjourning, he asked to shorten the session by an hour to prepare for a meeting with Trump's special envoy to Syria…
(2025-12-15). Israel Apologists Hasten To Use Bondi Shooting To Attack Anti-Genocide Activists. caitlinjohnstone.com.au Two shooters
(2025-12-15). From Sinai to Seoul: What the Six-Day War Teaches About a Future North Korean Blitzkrieg. moderndiplomacy.eu In June 1967, when the sun was rising over the Eastern Mediterranean Sea, Israeli fighter squadrons skimming through the coastlines at low altitude struck Egyptian airbases with a devastating blow. Within barely a couple of hours, most of the Egyptian air forces were destroyed. Operation Focus was not a mere initiation of the Six-Day War, …
(2025-12-15). Trump Suggests Rob Reiner Deserved to Be Killed Because of His Liberal Views. truthout.org President Donald Trump sparked disbelief and outrage on Monday when he appeared to revel in the tragic killing of Hollywood director Rob Reiner and his wife, blaming their deaths on the fact that the iconic director was critical of his presidency. In a post on Truth Social, Trump said the couple's deaths were "very sad," but went on to say that Reiner was "tortured and struggling" and… |
(2025-12-15). Closing ceremony of 6th Shahid Modaress Festival in Tehran. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 15 (MNA) — The closing ceremony of the 6th edition of Shahid Modaress Festival was held in Tehran on Monday with the participation of Iran's Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf.
(2025-12-15). Europe Needs an Ally Against Russia and Trump: China. counterpunch.org It's clear to all but the determinedly ignorant that Europe and the United States under Donald Trump are no longer allies. Trump is prepared to go to war to extend his racist vision of the world. Trump is not using euphemisms or code words; he wants white power and as long as European countries are
(2025-12-15). Defected Labour councillor will now stand as Green Party mayor candidate in Lewisham. thecanary.co 
Lewisham Labour politicians prioritising careers over the needs of the borough have had disastrous results, argues the Green Party's new mayoral candidate, councillor Liam Shrivastava. Liam Shrivastava: standing for the Green Party Shrivastava, a former Labour councillor who defected to the Greens in June, vowed to end the party's dominance in Lewisham after being selected […] | By
(2025-12-15). Netanyahu ties Bondi Beach Hanukkah massacre to Australia's recognition of Palestinian statehood. nationofchange.org As Australia mourned a deadly antisemitic attack that killed 16 people, critics accused the Israeli prime minister of exploiting tragedy to attack Palestinian self-determination.
(2025-12-15). Flash floods kill 37 in Moroccan coastal town. tribune.com.pk 
The death toll from flash floods that hit the Moroccan coastal town of Safi over the weekend rose to 37, local authorities said Monday. | "Fourteen people are currently being treated at Mohammed V hospital in Safi, including two in intensive care," local authorities added in their statement. | Search and rescue operations continued on Monday, after the deadliest such severe weather event in Morocco in over a decade. | Images on social media showed a torrent of muddy water sweeping cars and rubbish bins from the streets in Safi, which sits around 300 kilometres (186 miles) south of the capital Rabat. | Read Mor…
(2025-12-15). Saudi Arabia's crown prince may buy FC Barcelona for ‚Ǩ10 bln. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 15 (MNA) —Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman is reportedly prepared to offer ‚Ǩ10 billion to purchase Spanish football club Barcelona.
(2025-12-15). Talal Chaudhry accuses PTI of running anti-state campaigns via paid overseas accounts. tribune.com.pk 
Minister of State for Interior Talal Chaudhry accused Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf of running what he described as a targeted propaganda campaign on social media for a prolonged period. However, he urged that freedom of expression must be exercised within the bounds of the Constitution and the law. | "Each message, each tweet, and every trend is being paid for," he said, while addressing a press conference in Islamabad on Monday, adding that most of these accounts were created using fake identities and were not operated from within Pakistan. | He further stated that fake social media accounts, many of them operate…
(2025-12-15). Araghchi: Highest-level visits are a catalyst for closer ties between Belarus, Iran. eng.belta.by "Relations between Belarus and Iran are exceptionally close and friendly, and there are no issues between our nations," Abbas Araghchi emphasized.
(2025-12-15). Bayern need late Kane penalty to rescue home draw. tribune.com.pk 
Bundesliga leaders Bayern Munich needed an 87th-minute penalty from forward Harry Kane to rescue a 2-2 home draw against basement side Mainz 05 in the Bundesliga on Sunday but still managed to extend their lead at the top to nine points. | Goals from Lee Jae-sung and Kacper Potulski had put the visitors in the driving seat after Lennart Karl's first-half opener for the Bavarians, before England captain Kane netted his 18th league goal of the season to save the hosts' blushes and narrowly avoid their second league loss of the season. | Bayern are in top spot on 38 points, with RB Leipzig second on 29 following…
(2025-12-15). Australia vows stricter gun laws after Bondi Beach mass shooting. tehrantimes.com Australia vowed stricter gun laws on Monday as it began mourning victims of its worst mass shooting in almost 30 years, in which police accused a father-and-son duo of killing 15 people at a Jewish celebration at Sydney's famed Bondi Beach, Reuters reported.
(2025-12-15). Khrenin: Zimbabwe is eager to study Belarus' experience in training fighter pilots. eng.belta.by "Today, we held productive talks with the Zimbabwean minister of defense. Most importantly, we see interest not only in the area of military training but also in joint production of small arms, ammunition, and optical devices," Viktor Khrenin noted.
(2025-12-15). Inside the legislative effort to expel cellphones from Pennsylvania's K-12 schools. whyy.org From Delco to Chesco and Montco to Bucks, what about life in Philly's suburbs do you want WHYY News to cover? A bill aiming to impose a ban on cellphones in Pennsylvania's K-12 schools is gaining momentum in Harrisburg The state
(2025-12-15). Israel Police arrest two suspects in assault on Arab family in Jaffa; nationalist motive investigated. haaretz.com The Shin Bet domestic intelligence agency is involved in the investigation. A court ordered the release of all 14 people arrested for participating in a rally protesting the assault, which included a pepper spray attack, while several schools and businesses went on strike in solidarity with the family in the mixed Arab-Jewish city…
(2025-12-15). US social media rules for tourists could have 'chilling effect' on travel. aljazeera.com US Travel Association responds to a government notice requiring tourists from 42 countries to submit social media data.
(2025-12-15). Is Dropping NATO Part of America's Secret Ukraine Peace Deal? thinktank.pk In the shadow of prolonged conflict, Ukraine's long-standing pursuit of NATO membership has been a cornerstone of its security aspirations. But as peace negotiations intensify in late 2025, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has signaled a potential pivot: willingness to forgo NATO accession in exchange for robust Western security guarantees. This move raises pressing questions—Is Ukraine truly …
(2025-12-15). Geminid meteor shower seen across China. ecns.cn This photo released on Dec. 14, 2025 shows the Geminid meteor shower over the Xinghe County of Ulanqab in north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region.
(2025-12-15). Iran's FM holds key meeting with Belarus president in Minsk. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 15 (MNA) — Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi held talks with Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko during a meeting at the Independence Palace in Minsk on Monday.
(2025-12-15). Israel to redirect $68 million from Arab social programs to Shin Bet, police. haaretz.com The funds, approved despite legal warnings, will boost the Shin Bet's role in non-security crime and expand police units, as far-right ministers push a controversial shift from social support to law enforcement…
(2025-12-15). Australia terror attack: How Bondi Beach horror exposes myth of 'tough' gun laws & what next. hindustantimes.com Over 15 killed and more than 40 injured at a Hanukkah gathering in Bondi Beach have shaken faith in Australia's famously strict gun laws. This HT In‚ÄëDepth episode with Aayesha Varma breaks down the attack, the 1996 Port Arthur reforms, rising firearm numbers, and whether Anthony Albanese's government will tighten controls again.
(2025-12-15). Belarus' national Christmas tree lights up in Minsk. eng.belta.by A ceremony to light up the country's national Christmas tree was held in Minsk on 15 December.
(2025-12-15). EU launches aid flights to Sudan's Darfur as humanitarian crisis escalates. aljazeera.com RSF takeover of Darfur's el-Fasher makes 'catastrophic situation' even worse. Now Kordofan at risk of same atrocities.
(2025-12-15). CEC validates election of new delegates to Belarusian People's Congress. eng.belta.by The Central Election Commission, at its session on 15 December, validated the results of the election of delegates to the Belarusian People's Congress from the Federation of Trade Unions of Belarus, a civil society entity, to replace those who stepped down, and has registered two new delegates.
(2025-12-15). FESCO Launches First Flexi-Tank Trains from Omsk to China. infobrics.org Russia's FESCO Transportation Group has dispatched the first container train fully loaded with 40-foot flexi-tanks from Omsk to China via Kazakhstan…
(2025-12-15). Who is José Antonio Kast, Chile's new pro-Israel president. newarab.com 
(2025-12-15). How Corporate Democrats Made Trump Possible. consortiumnews.com Saving the country from autocracy requires recognizing — and then overcoming — the chokehold that Democratic leaders have on the party. By Norman Solomon Common Dreams Ten years after Donald Trump first ran for president, he stands at the helm of…
(2025-12-15). WHYY Newscast for Monday 9:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2025-12-15). SARB announces non-trading days. sanews.gov.za SARB announces non-trading days | The Reserve Bank has advised market participants that it will be closed for trading and settlement on several public holidays this festive season. ⚪ The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) will be closed for trading and settlement on the following official public holidays: | • Tuesday, 16 December 2025 | • Thursday, 25 December 2025 | • Friday, 26 December 2025 and | • Thursday, 1 January 2026 ⚪ "The SARB's open market and foreign exchange transactions have been scheduled to mature and settle on official bus…
(2025-12-15). 'Israel' is waging a war on reconstruction in S. Lebanon: HRW. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 15 (MNA) — Human Rights Watch (HRW) condemned "Israel" for committing apparent war crimes by repeatedly targeting reconstruction-related equipment and civilian facilities in southern Lebanon throughout 2025.
(2025-12-15). Donbas Is Not Putin's Final Goal, EU Warns. moderndiplomacy.eu European Union foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas has warned that Russia's ambitions in Ukraine extend beyond the Donbas region, which includes Donetsk and Luhansk. Her remarks come as the status of Donbas remains a central issue in ongoing discussions about a possible peaceful settlement to the war in Ukraine. Why It MattersKallas' statement reflects growing …
(2025-12-15). Iran's women bikers take the road despite legal, social obstacles. geo.tv 
Instructor Maryam Ghelich gives women students a lesson in riding motorbikes at a training centre in northern Tehran. — AFPWhen she first started learning to ride a motorbike, Iranian Maryam Ghelich, now an instructor, would drive through Tehran's empty streets at night to avoid…
(2025-12-15). Iran able to thwart US sanctions targeting SE's economy. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 15 (MNA) — A top military adviser to Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says that by establishing economic relations through our private sector, the US cannot impact the activities of the Shahid Beheshti Port.
(2025-12-15). Gunmen kill 11, wound many on Sydney beach. ecns.cn Two gunmen shot dead at least 11 people and wounded another 29 on Sunday during a Jewish ceremony at Bondi Beach in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.
(2025-12-15). Average age of China's workforce nearing 40, report says. ecns.cn The average age of China's workforce is approaching 40, said a report from the China Center for Human Capital and Labor Market Research at the Central University of Finance and Economics published on Sunday.
(2025-12-15). ICC Sentences Former Sudanese Militia Leader to 20 Years. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Ali Muhammad Ali Abd al-Rahman (also known as Ali Kosheib), a former leader of the Sudanese "Janjaweed" militias, waits to learn his sentence from the International Criminal Court following his conviction for war crimes and crimes against humanity, The Hague, Netherlands, December 9, 2025. | © 2025 Peter Dejong/AP Photo…
(2025-12-15). A Growing Warning From Black Veterans: The Military Isn't Safe for Us. capitalbnews.org 
Federal Overhaul is a multipart series that explores the impact of the Trump administration's restructuring of the federal government on Black communities. ARLINGTON, Virginia — "Not right now, baby girl. Now's not the time for you." That was the advice that Tavorise Marks, who served in the U.S. Army for 15 years, recently had for …
(2025-12-15). Brasil Hands Over BRICS Presidency to India. infobrics.org On the final day of the 4th Sherpas Meeting, the group's new presidency presented its priorities for 2026. The final session also featured the handover of the BRICS gavel…
(2025-12-15). Iran hosts regional talks on Afghanistan, but Kabul stays away. newarab.com 
Afghanistan's neighbours met in China,
(2025-12-15). Global tourist arrivals rise 5% in first nine months of 2025. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN – International tourist arrivals rose 5% in the first nine months of 2025 from a year earlier, exceeding pre-pandemic levels, according to data released by UN Tourism.
(2025-12-15). Conservation Groups Stop Illegal Logging Next to Yellowstone National Park. counterpunch.org 
For grizzly bears, wolves, lynx, wolverine, and bison there is no "boundary" around Yellowstone National Park. The forests in this area — the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem — extend beyond Yellowstone Park's boundaries and provide critical habitat for threatened and endangered species. Unfortunately, some of these areas are National Forests open to commercial logging and road construction. Despite the immense value that these public lands have
(2025-12-15). NHS doctor uses Streeting's own words from 2023 to destroy Labour over the strikes. thecanary.co NHS GP Neena Jha has taken apart Wes Streeting with his own words from 2023 over an upcoming resident doctors strike. It's yet another indication that Tory and Labour politicians merely cosplay as caring opposition until they themselves enter government. Then, they backtrack and carry on the same neoliberal agenda they previously criticised. Streeting caught […] | By
(2025-12-15). (W.E. Talk) Japanese PM Takaichi's wrong remarks on Taiwan 'dangerously divisive': David Gosset. ecns.cn David Gosset, an expert in global affairs and sinology, and founder of the China-Europe-America Global Initiative said during an interview on the "W.E. Talk" program that Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's inappropriate remarks on Taiwan have "clearly undermined the long-accumulated trust between China and Japan."
(2025-12-15). Indian Premier League and Cricket's Fall from Grace. ummid.com Cricket in India did not lose its soul overnight, but it was chipped away slowly, season after season, until the arrival of the Indian Premier League (IPL) delivered the final blow.
(2025-12-15). What Putin Really Wants From Trump's Ukraine 'Negotiations'. bylinetimes.com Talks about negotiations over Ukraine have now become a daily fixture in the public sphere — not only among experts, but also in the media and in official statements. Dozens of analysts discuss diplomatic moves by Russia, the United States, Ukraine, and European leaders every day, closely tracking new meetings between special envoys, official drafts of peace plans, and the responses to them. | At the same time, frustration has been voiced repeatedly in the White House over the length and complexity of the negotiating process. Donald Trump himself has stated that the endless discussions are exhausting him…
(2025-12-15). Jerusalem fans wave Jewish supremacist Kahane flag; Tel Aviv anti-Ben-Gvir shirts seized. haaretz.com Beitar Jerusalem fans waved the flag of the late Rabbi Meir Kahane's far-right Kach movement at a match against an Arab-Israeli team on Monday. A day earlier, a security official confiscated a shirt reading 'FCK BNGVR,' a reference to far-right National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, from Hapoel Tel Aviv fans…
(2025-12-15). Iranian FM: Belarus, Iran hold similar views on many issues on international agenda. eng.belta.by Belarus and Iran hold similar views on many issues on the international agenda, Iranian Minister of Foreign Affairs Abbas Araghchi told the media following a meeting with the Belarusian Minister of Foreign Affairs Maxim Ryzhenkov in Minsk on 15 December.
(2025-12-15). Bondi attacker Naveed Akram's background is Indian, reveals former colleague. geo.tv 
Former colleague of attacker Naveed Akram can be seen in this image. — Screengrab via A Current Affair
(2025-12-15). 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.
(2025-12-15). Talk World Radio: Norman Solomon on the Blue Road to Trump Hell. davidswanson.org AUDIO: Talk World Radio is recorded on Zoom. Here is this week's video and all the videos on Youtube. VIDEO: This week on Talk World Radio we are talking with Norman Solomon about his brand new book, The Blue Road to Trump Hell: How Corporate Democrats Paved the Way for Autocracy. The book is free …
(2025-12-15). Karnataka: Worms found in rice, parents outraged by staff negligence. devdiscourse.com A video showing worms in children's lunch at the Old Ningapura Government School in Koppal Taluk is going viral. School authorities state that rice is distributed by Akshara Dasoha and most likely stored for a long time. Parents and students expressed concerns over the health and hygiene of mid-day meals. After children at Old Ningapura Government School found cooked worms in the hot lunch, they were alarmed and immediately reported the incident to staff and parents.
(2025-12-15). Iran appoints Alireza Elhami as Army Air Defense Force Cmdr. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 15 (MNA) — Brigadier General Alireza Elhami has been appointed as the new commander of Iran's Army Air Defense Force.
(2025-12-15). The fight for quality housing is political. greenleft.org.au The fight for quality housing is political | Pip Hinman |