(2025-12-20). UN: Dec. 19] Peacekeepers Killed in Sudan So. Sudan, Congo Mission Renewed Lots More. passblue.com 
This Week @UN: UN person/envoy of the year; Slovenia is exhausted; UN's AI use. Plus: Sudan; Congo; US/Venezuela; US/ICC; Houthis/UN; Gaza. Follow us daily on Twitter (X), Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Blue Sky • Our #1 story: An Eastern European Woman Should Lead the UN, op-ed by Vesna Pusic • A short holiday note to thank our …
(2025-12-20). Israel attack on Gaza school clear ceasefire violation: Hamas. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 20 (MNA) — The Palestinian Resistance movement Hamas has condemned the Israeli army's attack on a school sheltering displaced people in eastern Gaza City, describing it as a blatant violation of the ceasefire.
(2025-12-20). UN says famine phase overcome in Gaza Strip. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 20 (MNA) — No areas in the Gaza Strip are currently classified in famine, according to the latest reports by international bodies.
(2025-12-20). Israeli attack on Gaza school kills five, most of them children. newarab.com 
Five Palestinians were killed in an Israeli attack on a school sheltering displaced people in The Palestinian civil emergency service said in a statement that most of the killed were A hospit…
(2025-12-20). PATRICK LAWRENCE: After the First 70,669 Deaths. consortiumnews.com I take the 15 victims at Bondi Beach and divide them by the 71,000 deaths in Gaza as of this writing. I get a fraction of 0.0002143. By Patrick Lawrence Special to Consortium News CN at 30 I read in a…
(2025-12-20). US drafts $112-billion Gaza reconstruction plan. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 20 (MNA) — US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff and President Donald Trump's son-in-law, businessman Jared Kushner, have designed a project for rebuilding the Gaza Strip.
(2025-12-20). WSJ: U.S. will pay 20 percent of Gaza reconstruction, officials tell Qatar, UAE. haaretz.com In a pitch to Arab countries, U.S. officials have proposed 'Project Sunrise,' a 20-year, $112.1 billion plan for Gaza's postwar reconstruction, with a commitment to fund 20 percent of the cost, the Wall Street Journal reported…
(2025-12-20). Israeli attack on Gaza school kills, injures 10. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 20 (MNA) — At least six Palestinians were killed and four others wounded after Israeli artillery shelled a school sheltering displaced people in eastern Gaza City on Friday night, Palestinian sources said.
(2025-12-20). US Blockades Venezuela in a War Still Searching for an Official Rationale. dissidentvoice.org In our Donald-in-Wonderland world, the US is at war with Venezuela while still grasping for a public rationale. The horrific human toll is real — over a 100,000 fatalities from illegal sanctions and over a hundred from more recent "kinetic strikes." Yet the officially stated justification for the US empire's escalating offensive remains elusive. The …
(2025-12-20). Nobel Foundation sued over Peace Prize to Venezuela's Opposition Leader. ummid.com WikiLeaks Founder Julian Assange has filed a criminal complaint against the Nobel Foundation for awarding the 2025 Peace Prize to Venezuela's Opposition Leader Maria Corina Machado.
(2025-12-20). Trump doesn't rule out war with Venezuela. newarab.com 
(2025-12-20). Taiwan opposition lawmakers announce plan to impeach Taiwan leader Lai Ching-te. ecns.cn Legislators from the Chinese Kuomintang party and Taiwan People's Party announced that they would propose the impeachment of Lai Ching-te, leader of China's Taiwan region, when holding a press conference in regional capital Taipei City on Friday.
(2025-12-20). Grossi urges inspection of Iran's attacked nuclear sites. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 20 (MNA) — Rafael Grossi, Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency, has called for inspections of Iran's nuclear sites damaged in June attacks to verify their safety and accessibility.
(2025-12-20). Make Viral Reaction-Style Clips via Free AI Video Editor. ummid.com Reaction videos have gained massive popularity on social media such as Tik Tok and YouTube because of their ability to capture real-time reactions and feelings that viewers can associate with.
(2025-12-20). BJP and Shiv Sena Navigate Thane Election Alliance. devdiscourse.com The BJP and Shiv Sena are cautiously deliberating an alliance for the impending Thane Municipal Corporation elections. This strategic decision is expected shortly, following recent defections of Shiv Sena workers to the BJP in Thane district.
(2025-12-20). How to Use Gold Loan Calculator to Plan Repayment Smartly? ummid.com A Gold Loan calculator is an online tool that estimates the loan amount you can obtain against your pledged gold based on its weight, purity, and the prevailing gold rate.
(2025-12-20). CBSE releases new PATTERN for 10th Board Exams 2026. ummid.com The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has released a new pattern for the 2026 Class 10 board exams specifically related to Science and Social Sciences subjects.
(2025-12-20). EconoScope | Hainan FTP takes major step forward in China's opening-up policy. ecns.cn Hainan Free Trade Port has taken a major step in China's opening-up as islandwide special customs operations come into effect, fully implementing a policy framework featuring zero tariffs, low tax rates, a simplified tax system, and freer trade and investment.
(2025-12-20). Morocco bests Jordan to lift 2025 FIFA Arab Cup. ummid.com Atlas Lions, Morocco, Thursday defeated Jordan to lift the 2025 FIFA Arab Cup.
(2025-12-20). Guterres condemns killing of UN staff member in South Sudan. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 20 (MNA) — The UN chief on Friday strongly condemned the killing of a South Sudanese staff member working with the UN Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS), calling on authorities to swiftly bring those responsible to justice.
(2025-12-20). Nation to hit oil demand peak by 2030. ecns.cn Wu Mouyuan, vice-president of the institute, attributed the global resilience to sustained growth in oil consumption in emerging economies and steady demand for chemical feedstocks and aviation fuels.
(2025-12-20). VIDEO: Snow blankets Imam Reza Shrine in Mashhad. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 20 (MNA) — Heavy snowfall on Friday night covered the holy shrine of Imam Reza in Mashhad, transforming its courtyards and golden dome into a serene winter landscape.
(2025-12-20). 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.
(2025-12-20). Hong Kong flu has pandemic potential: Virologist. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 20 (MNA) — The next pandemic may be caused by the A(H3N2) (also known as Hong Kong flu) or A(H5N1) (avian flu) subtypes of the influenza virus, a Russian infectious diseases specialist told media.
(2025-12-20). World's longest expressway tunnel to open to traffic in Xinjiang by year-end. ecns.cn The Tianshan Shengli Tunnel, the world's longest expressway tunnel, will be open to traffic by the end of this year, enabling a new shortcut linking southern and northern parts of Northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region.
(2025-12-20). TikTok signs deal to form new U.S. joint venture, investors include Oracle, Silver Lake. ecns.cn The logo of TikTok.Affiliates of certain existing ByteDance investors will hold 30.1 percent, while ByteDance will retain 19.9 percent, according to the memo."ÄÄ"ÄÄThe joint venture will be "majority owned by American investors, governed by a new seven-member majority-American board of directors, and subject to terms that protect Americans' data and U.S.
(2025-12-20). US launches widespread airstrikes against Islamic State in Syria after deadly Palmyra attack. longwarjournal.org On December 19, US Central Command announced that US forces conducted "a large-scale strike against ISIS infrastructure and weapons sites in Syria." Al Arabiya reported that the United States hit "70 ISIS targets in sites in central Syria."
(2025-12-20). Meet Ousmane Dembele FIFA Player of Year 2025. ummid.com Ousmane Dembele, France Forward and Paris St-Germain (PSG), has won the Men's Player of the Year 2025 at the Fifa Best Awards.
(2025-12-20). China reports easing of flu transmission. ecns.cn Confirmed cases of flu in China have begun to decline but figures remain at a high level overall, according to data released by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention on Thursday.
(2025-12-20). Project Khushi: Because behind every Khaki is a Human who deserves care. ummid.com Built around simple, healthy lifestyle changes, Project Khushi is a three-month structured evidence-based health and wellness initiative designed especially for Bengaluru City Police Personnel.
(2025-12-20). Iraq destroys two ISIL hideouts in Anbar province. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 20 (MNA) — Iraq's Joint Operations Command announced that the country's F-16 fighter jets destroyed two ISIL hideouts north of Rawah in Anbar province during a successful security operation.
(2025-12-20). More intl maritime cases land in China. ecns.cn China is strengthening its maritime legal framework, actively participating in the formulation of international rules and using multiple measures to position itself as a preferred venue for international maritime dispute resolution, the country's top court said.
(2025-12-20). China's UN envoy calls on Japan to 'retract erroneous remarks'. ecns.cn "The International Day Against Colonialism in All Its Forms and Manifestations aims to urge the international community to remember the harm of colonialism, accelerate the ongoing decolonization process, and end colonialism in all its forms and manifestations," Fu said.
(2025-12-20). VIDEO: Snowfall covers tomb of Cyrus the Great in Pasargadae. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 20 (MNA) — Snowfall in Pasargadae has blanketed the Tomb of Cyrus the Great, founder of the Achaemenid Empire, in white.
(2025-12-20). FCC Fights First Amendment and 'Democracy Itself'. fair.org 
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(2025-12-20). Inequality is back at the heart of politics. independentaustralia.net 
(2025-12-20). China, Ukraine hold political consultations between foreign ministries. ecns.cn China's Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs Liu Bin (R) meets Serhiy Kyslytsya, first deputy minister of foreign affairs of Ukraine, in Beijing, December 18, 2025.China's Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs Liu Bin held political consultations between the foreign ministries of China and Ukraine with Serhiy Kyslytsya, first deputy minister of foreign affairs of Ukraine, in Beijing on Thursday.
(2025-12-20). Political Tensions Rise Amid Power Struggle in Karnataka. devdiscourse.com Amid escalating tensions within Karnataka's political sphere, Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar addressed issues regarding leadership disputes involving himself and Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. The Congress high command has arranged for the leaders to visit Delhi to deliberate on the matter, with Shivakumar affirming his commitment to transparency.
(2025-12-20). Hainan FTP Customs acts to spur investment. ecns.cn An aerial drone photo taken on Nov 21 shows Yangpu International Container Port in Yangpu Economic Development Zone, Hainan province."With China's strong consumption fundamentals and policy support, we are fully committed to long-term investment in Hainan FTP," said Seth.
(2025-12-20). Turkey says crashed drone believed to be Russian-made. newarab.com 
Turkey said a drone that crashed on Friday in a rural area of northwestern Turkey following The unmanned aerial vehicle was discovered near the city of Izmit – around 30 kilometres (18 miles) south of the Black Sea, the private DHA news agency reported. | The drone "is believed to be of Russian-made Orlan-10 type used for reconnaissance and surveillance purposes according to initial findings," said an interior ministry statement…
(2025-12-20). Finnish PM apologizes over posts by lawmakers. ecns.cn Chinese netizens have also begun similar petitions, demanding that the politicians involved publicly acknowledge the gesture as racist and formally apologize to the Asian community.
(2025-12-20). EU urged to treat Chinese firms fairly. ecns.cn China has urged the European Union to immediately stop its unreasonable actions against Chinese companies operating within the bloc and use the Foreign Subsidies Regulation investigation tool prudently, said the Ministry of Commerce.
(2025-12-20). Visa-free measures spur surge in visitors. ecns.cn China saw some 40.6 million foreign nationals enter through its ports over the past year, a 27.2 percent year-on-year increase, according to the latest statistics released by the National Immigration Administration on Thursday.
(2025-12-20). Jamiat hails passing of Karnataka Hate Speech Bill. ummid.com Jamiat Ulema i Hind, one of the largest representative bodies of Indian Muslims, has hailed the passing of Karnataka Hate Speech Bill.
(2025-12-20). Age limit for blood donors may be raised. ecns.cn Modern medical research shows that blood regenerates continuously, and a donation of 400 milliliters accounts for less than 10 percent of total blood volume, posing no harm to the body.
(2025-12-20). NASA explorer solves Black Hole jets mystery. ummid.com A team of NASA astronomers using its IXPE (Imaging X-ray Polarimetry Explorer) has identified the origin of X-rays in a supermassive black hole's jet, answering a question that has been unresolved since the earliest days of X-ray astronomy.
(2025-12-20). Bye bye and another brilliant year for new music. independentaustralia.net 
(2025-12-20). PM Modi's Foreign Visits: The Deeper Story. ummid.com PM Modi's travels have become a permanent feature of India's political theatre. Yet, to dismiss them as spectacle alone would be to miss the deeper story unfolding beneath the surface.
americanimmigrationcouncil.org (2025-12-20). Whistleblower Report Reveals USCIS Is Circumventing Court Order on Immigrants' Access to their Records
A whistleblower report published today in Government Executive shows how U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is circumventing a court order that requires the agency to provide immigrants with their immigration records within the legal timelines.
The revelations state that USCIS has adopted certain practices leading the agency to reject thousands of requests for Alien Files, or A-Files, under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) that would have been processed in the past.
middleeasteye.net (2025-12-19). US sanctions two ICC judges for rejecting Israel's appeal against Gaza investigation Two ICC Judges named as the latest ICC officials to be sanctioned for work linked to prosecuting Israeli nationals
counterpunch.org (2025-12-20). The Classroom as a Battleground: Italy's Students Rise Against Genocide
While the Italian government actively supports the geopolitical machinery enabling the genocide in Gaza, a different kind of politics is being forged in the corridors of the nation's historic licei (high schools).
newrepublic.com (2025-12-18). Mike Johnson Sends Entire House Home Ahead of Epstein Files Deadline House Speaker Mike Johnson is conveniently sending Congress home the day before the Justice Department is supposed to release the Epstein files in full.
aljazeera.com (2025-12-18). Faced with Trump's deportation push, US teachers fear leaving the classroom Estimates vary as to how many foreign-born teachers currently work in the US. But one 2019 report from George Mason University found that there were 857,200 immigrants among the country's 8.1 million teachers, in roles ranging from pre-school to university.
(2025-12-20). Asteroid named after Chinese space-tech expert Qi Faren. ecns.cn Qi Faren, a renowned Chinese space technology expert, speaking at an academic seminar held at Beijing Institute of Technology, December 6, 2025.An asteroid has been named after Qi Faren, a renowned Chinese space technology expert, according to the China Academy of Space Technology under the China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation.
(2025-12-20). Iran's Armed Forces rapidly addressing shortcomings. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 20 (MNA) — Iran's Armed Forces are moving swiftly to address operational and technological shortcomings by drawing lessons from past operations, Iran's deputy army chief for executive affairs said.
(2025-12-20). US Air Force carries out attacks on ISIL sites in Syria. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 20 (MNA) — The US Air Force has carried out air raids on positions held by the ISIL terrorist group in northern Syria.
(2025-12-20). 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.
(2025-12-20). Yalda Night exhibition brings festive spirit to Kermanshah. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 20 (MNA) — On the eve of Yalda Night, a seasonal exhibition in Kermanshah has added a festive atmosphere to the city, showcasing a variety of products associated with the ancient Iranian celebration.
(2025-12-20). Lionel Messi's Tour and India's Sporting Ecosystem. ummid.com Lionel Messi's India Tour has exposed glaring gaps in event management, administrative preparedness, priorities in sports development, and even political optics.
(2025-12-20). 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.
(2025-12-20). China strongly condemns U.S. plan to sell massive advanced weapons TaiwanÔºöFM. ecns.cn China firmly opposes and strongly condemns the U.S. plan to sell massive advanced weapons to China's Taiwan region, said Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun at a press conference on Thursday.
(2025-12-20). Settler colonialism is a structure, not an event. independentaustralia.net 
(2025-12-20). First autumn snowfall blankets Isfahan. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 20 (MNA) — The first autumn snowfall began in Iran's Isfahan, delighting residents after a prolonged period of cold weather and severe air pollution.
(2025-12-20). Japan's security moves draw sharp criticism. ecns.cn People attend a protest in front of the Japanese prime minister's official residence in Tokyo, Japan, Nov 21, 2025."Japan must learn from its defeat 80 years ago and recognize that challenging the universal pursuit for peace is a blatant act leading only to its self-destruction," it said.
(2025-12-20). UK, Iran top diplomats discuss bilateral ties, nuclear issue. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 20 (MNA) — Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi and UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper held a telephone conversation on Friday, exchanging views on bilateral relations, consular matters, and the Iranian nuclear issue.
(2025-12-20). Israel spy Aghil Keshavarz executed in Iran. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 20 (MNA) — Iran has carried out the execution of Aghil Keshavarz after the country's Supreme Court upheld his death sentence on charges of espionage and intelligence cooperation with Israel.
(2025-12-20). Tehran in the final days of autumn. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 20 (MNA) — As autumn draws to a close, Tehran takes on a distinct atmosphere, with yellow and orange leaves lining the streets and cool air signaling the approach of winter.
(2025-12-20). Morocco vs. Jordan 2025 FIFA Arab Cup Final Tonight. ummid.com The high stake 2025 FIFA Arab Cup Final Match between Morocco and Jordan is scheduled for today i.e. Thursday December 18, 2025 in Qatar.
(2025-12-20). CAT 2025 Result: Link, Steps to Check. ummid.com The Indian Institutes of Management (IIM) Kozhikode is releasing the result of CAT 2025 (Common Admission Test 2025) along with the Toppers List on its website iimcat.ac.in.
(2025-12-20). 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.
(2025-12-20). Discovered: Exoplanet with two tails. ummid.com In a first, a team of researchers in Canada and Switzerland has discovered an exoplanet, which has not one, but two tails.
(2025-12-20). Vande Mataram: BJP, Muslim League on Same Page. ummid.com When Jinnah had raised the issue in the 1930s, Nehru had stated in a forthright manner that the issue is being raised by communal elements. Same thing is happening now.
(2025-12-20). 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.
(2025-12-20). TikTok signs joint venture deal to end U.S. ban threat. ecns.cn TikTok said Thursday it has signed a joint venture deal with investors that would allow the company to maintain operations in the United States and avoid a ban threat over its Chinese ownership.
(2025-12-20). CLAT 2026 Result Out: Link, Steps to Check. ummid.com The Consortium of National Law Universities has declared the Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) 2026 UG and PG results on its official website consortiumofnlus.ac.in (clat.ac.in).
(2025-12-20). 'You Have a Double Standard About Which Populations Are Considered Roulette Chips'CounterSpin interview with Judd Legum and Adam Johnson on gambling on the news. fair.org 
(2025-12-20). Karnataka Congress Protests VB-G RAM G Bill and 'Hate Politics'. devdiscourse.com The Karnataka Congress on Saturday organized a protest at Freedom Park against the central government's decision to replace MGNREGA with the Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission Bill, 2025. State Congress president and Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar led the demonstration, alongside various party leaders and legislators.
(2025-12-20). Japan's central bank hikes interest rates to 30-year-high. ecns.cn The Bank of Japan on Friday hiked interest rates from 0.5% to 0.75%, marking the first increase since January and its highest level since 1995, according to Japan's public broadcaster NHK…
(2025-12-20). TN SIR: 97.28 names removed, Chennai reports biggest deletion. ummid.com The Tamil Nadu State Election Commission Friday December 19, 2025 released the draft voters list after the completion of the Enumeration Phase of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR).
(2025-12-20). Trump's Plan to Reshape The World. ummid.com C5 (Core Five) and Pax Silica – US President Donald Trump is looking to present a new global alliance.
(2025-12-20). 'Avatar 3' makes grand debut in China, fueling box office boom. ecns.cn On the other hand, some critics noted the plot and scenes bear striking similarities to the previous installment. The 198-minute runtime also poses a challenge for moviegoers' patience and theater scheduling.
(2025-12-20). China offers to resolve Thailand-Cambodia rift. ecns.cn Relatives grieve on Wednesday over the death of a Cambodian man killed in artillery shelling in Siem Reap Province near the border with Thailand.During Thursday's phone talks, both the Cambodian and Thai foreign ministers briefed Wang on the latest developments regarding their border conflict and expressed their willingness to de-escalate the situation and cease fire.
(2025-12-20). Delhi Fog: 13 dead as 7 buses, 3 cars collide on Yamuna Expressway. ummid.com In a tragic incident Tuesday Dec 16, as many as 13 people have been killed in multiple collisions – involving 7 buses and 3 cars, on Yamuna Expressway (Delhi-Agra Highway).
(2025-12-20). Study reveals how viruses hijack host cells using hidden RNA messages. ecns.cn It acts like a molecular Trojan horse, produced by the virus during its active replication cycle.The virus then co-opts that machinery to churn out its own genetic material, accelerating the production of viral offspring.
(2025-12-20). Front pages of Iran's English dailies on December 20. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 20 (MNA) — Here are the front pages of Iran's English language dailies on Saturday, December 20.
(2025-12-20). Drone delivery trial cuts Qiongzhou Strait logistics time to 20 minutes. ecns.cn A low-altitude drone logistics trial has been launched at Xuwen Port in south China's Guangdong Province, significantly shortening cross-strait delivery time between the povince and Hainan Island to about 20 minutes, CCTV News reported.
(2025-12-20). Shubman Gill is short of runs at the moment and missed last WC too: Chief selector Ajit Agarkar. devdiscourse.com
(2025-12-20). Man storms Infomax newsroom during live broadcast in North Macedonia. CPJ Staff
(2025-12-20). It's good responsibility and challenge to play in front of home crowd. The squad looks balanced: India skipper Suryakumar Yadav. devdiscourse.com
(2025-12-20). 127 African women journalists write to jailed Burundian Sandra Muhoza as she returns to court. CPJ Staff
(2025-12-20). CPJ, partners call for the immediate release of Yemeni journalist Naseh Shaker. CPJ Staff
(2025-12-20). Guatemalan journalist found dead after family reported death threats. CPJ Staff
(2025-12-20). In-form batter Ishan Kishan and Rinku Singh included in India's 15-member squad for T20 World Cup at home. devdiscourse.com
(2025-12-20). Palestinian journalist Sami al-Sai alleges torture, sexual violence in Israeli prison. CPJ Staff
(2025-12-20). Florida authorities drop charges against photojournalist following joint statement by CPJ, partners. CPJ Staff
(2025-12-20). Bangladesh arrests veteran journalist Anis Alamgir on terrorism charges. CPJ Staff
(2025-12-20). New year display unveiled at Times Square. ecns.cn
(2025-12-20). Chinese citizen journalist seeking asylum in US faces deportation. CPJ Staff
(2025-12-20). All-rounder Axar Patel named India vice-captain for the T20 World Cup. devdiscourse.com
(2025-12-20). Axar Patel named Surya Kumar Yadav's deputy for T20 World Cup. devdiscourse.com
(2025-12-20). Shubhman Gill not included in India's T20 World Cup squad. devdiscourse.com
(2025-12-20). Bengal falling behind in development graph compared to BJP-ruled Tripura, which is striding ahead: Modi at Nadia rally. devdiscourse.com
(2025-12-20). CPJ: Trump's BBC lawsuit is yet another attack on US media freedom. CPJ Staff
(2025-12-20). Conozca la tasa de cambio oficial para el sábado 20 diciembre de 2025. cubadebate.cu Cubadebate comparte con sus lectores la tasa de cambio oficial del Banco Central, correspondiente al segmento III, para el sábado 20 de diciembre.
(2025-12-20). Conozca la tasa de cambio oficial para el sábado 20 diciembre de 2025. cubadebate.cu Cubadebate comparte con sus lectores la tasa de cambio oficial del Banco Central, correspondiente al segmento III, para el sábado 20 de diciembre.
(2025-12-20). Ministerio Público investiga posibles delitos electorales en Honduras. cubadebate.cu El Ministerio Público (MP) anunció este viernes la apertura de diligencias investigativas por presuntos delitos electorales relacionados con las elecciones generales del 30 de noviembre de 2025. Las pesquisas, a cargo de la Unidad Contra Delitos Electorales, abarcan múltiples irregularidades denunciadas públicamente antes, durante y después de los comicios.
(2025-12-20). Ministerio Público investiga posibles delitos electorales en Honduras. cubadebate.cu El Ministerio Público (MP) anunció este viernes la apertura de diligencias investigativas por presuntos delitos electorales relacionados con las elecciones generales del 30 de noviembre de 2025. Las pesquisas, a cargo de la Unidad Contra Delitos Electorales, abarcan múltiples irregularidades denunciadas públicamente antes, durante y después de los comicios.
(2025-12-20). El enemigo principal está en casa. cubadebate.cu Mientras tanto, ante cada nueva sanción, ante cada amenaza, ante cada maniobra de desestabilización, la consigna luxemburguiana mantiene toda su vigencia: ni un hombre, ni una mujer, ni un centavo para la guerra imperial contra los pueblos; todo para la lucha por la paz, la soberanía y la fraternidad internacional de la clase trabajadora.
(2025-12-20). Cuba y China firman nuevo convenio de cooperación cultural. cubadebate.cu El Ministerio de Cultura de Cuba (Mincult) y la Feria Internacional de Industrias Culturales de China (ICIF) firmaron hoy un convenio marco en aras de fortalecer la amistad y cooperación en este sector entre ambas naciones. Vemos un gran potencial cultural mutuamente ventajoso en las relaciones de nuestros dos países, expresó el ministro de cultura cubano, Alpidio Alonso.
(2025-12-20). Serie Nacional: Cienfuegos mantiene su lugar en zona de clasificación. cubadebate.cu Los Elefantes de Cienfuegos se defendieron hoy ante el embate de los Vegueros de Pinar del Río y se mantuvieron aferrados a la zona clasificatoria de la 64. ™ Serie Nacional de Béisbol. Mañana sábado, según informó la Comisión Nacional, todos los duelos de esta jornada volverán a disputarse en los mismos estadios.
(2025-12-20). El enemigo principal está en casa. cubadebate.cu Mientras tanto, ante cada nueva sanción, ante cada amenaza, ante cada maniobra de desestabilización, la consigna luxemburguiana mantiene toda su vigencia: ni un hombre, ni una mujer, ni un centavo para la guerra imperial contra los pueblos; todo para la lucha por la paz, la soberanía y la fraternidad internacional de la clase trabajadora.
(2025-12-20). Premios Nikon de la vida silvestre: BBC publica las imágenes más divertidas de 2025. cubadebate.cu Este año, los organizadores recibieron la cifra récord de 10.000 candidaturas de 109 países, el número más alto en los 10 años de historia del concurso. El premio fue creado en 2015 por el fotógrafo británico de vida silvestre Paul Joynson-Hicks, quien tuvo la idea de crear el concurso tras reírse a carcajadas al ver una colección de fotos de animales.
(2025-12-20). Tribunal Supremo de Brasil rechaza último intento de defensa de Jair Bolsonaro. cubadebate.cu El camino judicial del expresidente brasileño Jair Bolsonaro quedó prácticamente sellado hoy, tras el Supremo Tribunal Federal (STF) rechazar el último intento de su defensa por revertir la extensa condena por tentativa golpista. La decisión fue adoptada por el juez Alexandre de Moraes, instructor del proceso, quien desestimó el recurso presentado.
(2025-12-20). Tribunal Supremo de Brasil rechaza último intento de defensa de Jair Bolsonaro. cubadebate.cu El camino judicial del expresidente brasileño Jair Bolsonaro quedó prácticamente sellado hoy, tras el Supremo Tribunal Federal (STF) rechazar el último intento de su defensa por revertir la extensa condena por tentativa golpista. La decisión fue adoptada por el juez Alexandre de Moraes, instructor del proceso, quien desestimó el recurso presentado.
(2025-12-20). Cuba y China firman nuevo convenio de cooperación cultural. cubadebate.cu El Ministerio de Cultura de Cuba (Mincult) y la Feria Internacional de Industrias Culturales de China (ICIF) firmaron hoy un convenio marco en aras de fortalecer la amistad y cooperación en este sector entre ambas naciones. Vemos un gran potencial cultural mutuamente ventajoso en las relaciones de nuestros dos países, expresó el ministro de cultura cubano, Alpidio Alonso.
(2025-12-20). 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.
(2025-12-19). Israel nervous over biggest deal ever? Most advanced Elbit defenses be indirectly leveraged by Iran. hindustantimes.com Israel's defence establishment is on edge after the United Arab Emirates was revealed as the buyer behind a secret $2.3 billion arms deal with Israeli defence giant Elbit Systems — the largest in the company's history. The agreement, involving advanced laser-based J-MUSIC aircraft protection systems, has triggered concerns in Israel over erosion of its military edge, technology leakage, and China's potential access to sensitive Israeli defence technology through the UAE. With most details under publication ban, the deal is fuelling debate amid a post-Gaza surge in Israeli weapons exports.
(2025-12-19). Could an already irked Trump force Netanyahu to move on to second phase of his Gaza plan? haaretz.com The U.S. president says insists that the second phase of Gaza plan is a done deal – but complains that obstacles keep piling up – and his administration fears that Israel is intentionally trying to sabotage it ‚ñ Meanwhile, the prime minister will take off for the U.S. while all fronts – Gaza, Lebanon, Syria and Iran – are volatile…
(2025-12-19). 29-day-old baby boy dies of hypothermia as temperatures drop in Gaza. aljazeera.com Sheltered under a worn-out, nylon tent and four blankets, 29-day-old Saeed could not survive winter in Gaza.
(2025-12-19). Houthis detain 10 more Yemeni UN staffers. newarab.com 
The Houthis have harassed and detained dozens of UN staff and aid workers in the past years, accusing them of spying for the United States and Israel ⚪ charges that carry the death penalty in Yemen, and that the UN has sharply rejected. | The rebels have stepped up such arrests since the start of the Gaza war more than two years ago, and more rece…
(2025-12-19). Israeli bombardment in southern Gaza prevents recovery of bodies. tehrantimes.com Israel killed four Palestinian civilians, including a woman, as a result of a series of airstrikes carried out by warplanes targeting the town of Bani Suheila, east of Khan Younis in the southern Gaza Strip, WAFA reported Friday.
(2025-12-19). Gaza Freedom Flotilla Coalition Joins Increase Of 2026 Sailings To Gaza. popularresistance.org The 18 national campaigns of the Gaza Freedom Flotilla coalition (Australia, Brazil, Canada, Denmark, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, International Campaign to Break the Siege, Malaysia, New Zealand, Norway, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Türkiye, the United Kingdom, United States) met in Dublin, Ireland December 5-7, 2025 to plan for many more vessels to sail to challenge the illegal Israel naval blockade and the genocide of Gaza. | Israel continues to break the ceasefire in Gaza and has escalated the vicious attacks by Israeli settlers on Palestinians and their land in the West Bank.
(2025-12-19). Netanyahu hails major gas deal with Egypt, but its political independence remains. haaretz.com While Israel staged a triumphant signing, Cairo's press yawned. Al Ahram said the agreement 'won't affect Egypt's political decisions on Gaza,' as officials quietly stress economic necessity, U.S. pressure and a deal designed to survive wars, crises and diplomatic freezes…
(2025-12-19). Gaza's tech workers contend with little electricity, limited internet. aljazeera.com Coders and engineers in Gaza's tech sector are fighting to finish projects and keep clients.
(2025-12-19). Miami summit to address future of Gaza agreement as Israel continues lethal strikes. tehrantimes.com The United States Middle East envoy, Steve Witkoff, will hold talks in Miami, Florida, with senior officials from Qatar, Egypt, and Turkey as efforts continue to advance the next phase of the Gaza ceasefire, even as Israel violates the truce on the ground.
(2025-12-19). What will Trump do to protect the Gaza ceasefire deal? aljazeera.com Qatar warns daily Israeli breaches threaten entire agreement put forward by US President Donald Trump.
(2025-12-19). Ceasefires in the Gaza Genocide: A Historical Perspective. counterpunch.org 
What is new in the current situation and particularly ominous, is that, formerly, even the most exclusivist version of Zionism did not rely on genocide as a tool: generations of Zionists have tried to buy land from Palestinians, to expel them through bureaucratic means, to use violent Apartheid and ethnic cleansing strategies, or to engage in what Palestinian political scientist Saleh Abdel Jawad calls "sociocide" — to make life so legally, financially, psychologically, and physically difficult that Palestinians themselves would choose to leave. In previous writing, I have argued that, while Zionism before…
(2025-12-19). Trump administration begins release of Epstein files. newarab.com 
The US Justice Department on Friday began releasing the long-awaited records from the investigation into the politically explosive case of The files are expected to shed light on the disgraced financier's connections with high-profile business executives, celebrities and politicians, including Trump, once a close friend of Epstein, fought for months to preve…
(2025-12-19). Trump helps genocide-denying Epstein islander Dershowitz tout book. thecanary.co The White House has told reporters that the US would be "lucky" to have Donald Trump stand for a third term as US president. A clear breach of the US constitution, which limits presidents to two terms. Trump and his chief of staff are both on record recognising that a third term is unconstitutional, though […] | By
(2025-12-19). The New York Times ignores an essential part of the Jeffrey Epstein story — Israel. mondoweiss.net 
The New York Times has published a major exposé purporting to explain how Jeffrey Epstein rose to the top of the financial and political world, but it ignores one key topic: Israel.
(2025-12-19). Las nuevas fotos del caso Epstein que hicieron públicas los demócratas del Congreso de EE.UU. cubadebate.cu Un comité de la Cámara de Representantes del Congreso de EE.UU. publicó este jueves un lote con casi 70 fotografías de los legatarios del fallecido delincuente sexual Jeffrey Epstein. Se trata de la tercera publicación de este tipo de un total de más de 95.000 fotos que el Comité de Supervisión ha obtenido de las propiedades personales de Epstein.
(2025-12-19). Las nuevas fotos del caso Epstein que hicieron públicas los demócratas del Congreso de EE.UU. cubadebate.cu Un comité de la Cámara de Representantes del Congreso de EE.UU. publicó este jueves un lote con casi 70 fotografías de los legatarios del fallecido delincuente sexual Jeffrey Epstein. Se trata de la tercera publicación de este tipo de un total de más de 95.000 fotos que el Comité de Supervisión ha obtenido de las propiedades personales de Epstein.
(2025-12-19). Machado's Nobel win facilitates war crimes and plunder, Julian Assange argues. tehrantimes.com The Swedish government violated its own laws by awarding the Nobel Peace Prize to Venezuelan opposition figure Maria Corina Machado, according to an explosive legal brief filed by Julian Assange.
(2025-12-19). Protest! Trump's War on Venezuelan NYC 5pm. iacenter.org Protest! Trump's War on Venezuela Venezuela belongs to the Venezuelan People Times Square (43 & Broadway) — Friday, Dec. 19, 5: 00 PM More info: cbalbertolovera@gmail.com…
(2025-12-19). President Maduro Says Trump's Actions Reveal True Intentions for Venezuela, Calls for Great Colombia Unity Amid More Killings at Sea (+Petro). orinocotribune.com Caracas ( "The truth has been revealed," Maduro said. These recent US actions and statements serve to demonstr…
(2025-12-19). In Venezuela, We Have Not Been Invaded. counterpunch.org 
I am writing these words from Caracas, the capital of Venezuela, on December 12, 2025, one day after María Corina Machado, the newly appointed Nobel Peace Prize winner, said at a press conference in Oslo, Norway, in response to a journalist's question about whether she would accept a military invasion of Venezuela, that: Venezuela has
(2025-12-19). Venezuela Strongly Condemns US Threat Of Blockade. popularresistance.org In an escalation of the US empire's ongoing illegal sanctions on Venezuela, US President Donald Trump has announced a "full blockade" of the sovereign nation and its oil tanker fleet. He claimed the measure would remain in place until Venezuela "returns all the oil, land, and other assets" he alleged were previously stolen from the US. The announcement ignited an immediate response from the Venezuelan government, followed by all state institutions and international allies. | "Venezuela is completely surrounded by the largest Armada ever assembled in the History of South America," Trump wrote on social media this…
(2025-12-19). Thursday 12/18: Webinar: Venezuela Under Threat: Eyewitness Reportbacks. indybay.org Zoom | www.codepink.org/vz121825…
(2025-12-19). Venezuela int'l conference: U.S. delegates defy 'no-fly zone'. iacenter.org By Mairead Skehan Gillis December 16, 2025 Caracas, Venezuela A delegation from the U.S. traveled to Venezuela to attend the People's Assembly for Peace and Sovereignty in our Americas held in Caracas from December 9—11. The activists represented organizations opposing U.S. imperialist wars and took part in a coordinated week of action across 100 cities from November 15-23 to demand "No U.S. War on Venezuela!" and "No Troops on Our Streets!" Opening day of People's Assembly for Peace and Sovereignty in our Americas, Caracas, Venezuela, Dec. 9, 2025. (PHOTO: Mairead Skehan Gillis) It was of utmost importance…
(2025-12-19). Ex-NASCAR driver Greg Biffle among seven dead in plane crash. geo.tv 
NASCAR driver Greg Biffle is seen during a Daytona 500 media day in February 2022. — Reuters/FileRetired NASCAR driver Greg Biffle was killed in a plane crash along with his wife, two children and three others at Statesville Regional Airport in North Carolina on Thursday morning,…
(2025-12-19). Veil Controversy Sparks Political Firestorm in India. devdiscourse.com Iltija Mufti, PDP leader, has filed a police complaint demanding an FIR against Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar for an incident where he removed a Muslim woman's 'naqab' in public. This act, deemed disrespectful by many, has ignited political tensions and calls for accountability.
(2025-12-19). Three killed in Taipei stabbing, smoke bomb attack. aljazeera.com Officials say suspect, who died after falling from a building during police chase, carried out 'indiscriminate attacks'.
(2025-12-19). Tehran, Minsk explore co-op opportunities in oil, petchem sectors. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN- Opportunities and capacities for cooperation between Iran and Belarus were discussed in the third session of the two countries' oil industry working group, which was held virtually, with the aim of following up and implementing the bilateral oil memorandum of understanding signed between Iran's Oil Ministry and Belarus' Belneftekhim (an association of petrochemical companies in Belarus, subordinated to the Council of Ministers).
(2025-12-19). Nobel Laureate María Corina Machado: Murder is an Act of Love/ By Kurt Nimmo. voicesfromsyria.com 
Machado told Donald Trump US oil companies will "make a lot of money" after she is installed. Original Link Here: Nobel Laureate María Corina Machado: Murder is an Act of Love — Global ResearchGlobal Research — Centre for Research on Globalization By Kurt Nimmo Global Research, December 19, 2025 The Nobel Peace Prize laureate, María Corina Machado, …
(2025-12-19). Selected Articles: The Truth About the COVID Scamdemic is Slowly Going Mainstream. globalresearch.ca 
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(2025-12-19). Bay Area Faith Communities Shut Down ICE's San Francisco Field Office. indybay.org Call for an End to ICE Kidnappings…
(2025-12-19). An arrogant and decrepit empire that pretends to act as an international bully. uwidata.com By Sergio Rodríguez Gelfenstein The pace of events is so rapid that it is difficult to keep track of what is happening and to deliberate on its repercussions and consequences. Last week I wrote about the new U.S. National Security Strategy and said that I would continue trying to discern its implications, but recent events …
(2025-12-19). FIDH delegation barred from entering Kyrgyzstan: Authorities must provide explanations. fidh.org On the night of 11—12 December 2025, a delegation of the International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) was denied entry to Kyrgyzstan at Bishkek's Manas International Airport, without any explanation. The delegation was due to attend the Bir Duino documentary film festival, held from 12 to 15 December 2025. This incident highlights the country's democratic backsliding and its increasingly restrictive stance towards independent voices.
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(2025-12-19). Alaska's $44 billion bet on natural gas. grist.org 
(2025-12-19). Roaming Charges: the Politics of Crudity and Cruelty. counterpunch.org 
Reiner was a liberal Democrat to the core. Blinded by party loyalty, he became a hardboiled Russiagater and offered excuses for many inexcusable acts by HRC and Biden. But he was more passionate than most of the soulless post-Clinton suits who have run the party for the last three decades. Reiner was funny and had a sense of irony about himself, which few self-righteous Hollywood liberals seem to possess. I sensed that he genuinely cared about the poor and the marginalized and knew the system was rotten at its core and needed change, even if the only change he could envision was so incremental it was barely notic…
(2025-12-19). Merz panics as Zelensky doubts, fears Russia will test NATO soon amid Article 5-like shield drama. hindustantimes.com German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has warned of a possible direct NATO—Russia confrontation if Moscow violates a future Ukraine ceasefire. Speaking to German media, Merz said NATO troops could enforce security guarantees and occupy a demilitarised zone, as Ukraine discusses NATO-style protections with the U.S., raising fears of wider war in Europe. Watch the full video to know more.
(2025-12-19). Hainan FTP opens fast lane. ecns.cn A foreign vessel carrying 179,000 metric tons of petrochemical raw materials berths at Yangpu Port in Danzhou, Hainan province, on Thursday, following the official launch of the island-wide special customs operations in the Hainan Free Trade Port.
(2025-12-19). Russian migrant worker indicted for spying for Iran on Israeli military ports, oil refineries. haaretz.com A Tel Aviv Opera House cleaner is accused of photographing an American warship, a Dolphin-class Israeli submarine, multiple ports and the Haifa oil refinery for an Iranian handler called 'Roman,' receiving payments via digital wallets. Shin Bet says he knew the missions were intended to harm Israel…
(2025-12-19). Nvidia deepens complicity in Israeli occupation with new 'second home' R&D campus. tehrantimes.com Nvidia, the world's most valuable chipmaker, has announced plans to establish a significant new research and development campus in Kiryat Tiv'on, northern occupied Palestine, near Haifa, calling it a strategic "second home" for the tech giant, Al Mayadeen reported Friday.
(2025-12-19). Why has Abramovich kept $3.3Bn from Ukraine victims for 3 years? UK goes after ex-Chelsea owner. hindustantimes.com The UK has intensified pressure on former Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich over $3.3 billion in proceeds from the sale of the football club, funds that were pledged for Ukraine war victims but remain frozen three years later. Keir Starmer challenged Abramovich to pay up or face being dragged to court by the UK government. Watch why here…
(2025-12-19). Solidarity with the Bad River Band of Lake Superior Chippewa! Water IS Life! wibailoutpeople.org 
(2025-12-19). In 2025, The Israeli Army Was The 'Worst Enemy Of Journalists'. thedissenter.org 
(2025-12-19). 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.
(2025-12-19). Counseling Art and Politics. counterpunch.org 
St. Christopher About ten years, ago, my wife Harriet and I spent part of a summer with my parents-in-law at their house in Burnham-Overy-Staithe, on the North Norfolk Coast of England. One sunny, July day we decided to walk into Burnham Market, about two miles away, to buy groceries. The footpath cuts though a field
(2025-12-19). Jack London, Celebrity Socialist at 150. counterpunch.org 
For more than 100 years, his short story, "To Build a Fire," was required reading for nearly every school kid in the US, most likely to teach them the necessity of survival, though the tale might also have been read as a paean to dying. The fictional nameless protagonist perishes alone in the cold and
(2025-12-19). Trump's IRS Witch Hunt Can't Touch What Matters Most. counterpunch.org 
(2025-12-19). Europe's ambitions vs. sobering reality: What the numbers reveal. strategic-culture.su Europe confronts a sobering loss of global power as its economic, military and technological influence wanes. Once a model of integration and prosperity, the EU now trails the United States and China economically, while India and ASEAN rapidly close the gap. Without visionary leadership, Europe risks becoming a spectator in a multipolar world it helped create.
(2025-12-19). Iran to hold its 1st specialized exhibition of accounting, financial management, software. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN- The first specialized exhibition of accounting, financial management, software, and related services of Iran, titled "Hesab Expo," will be held from January 21 to 24, 2026, at Rose Mall Expo Center, in Tehran.
(2025-12-19). Violence erupts in Bangladesh after youth leader dies. tehrantimes.com Violence broke out in Bangladesh's capital after a youth leader of the country's 2024 pro-democracy uprising who was injured in an assassination attempt died in a hospital in Singapore, The Guardian reported.
(2025-12-19). Morocco wins the Arab Cup after an epic match against Jordan. thecanary.co The Arab Cup final wrote an exceptional chapter in the history of the tournament, after the Moroccan team were crowned champion following an exciting 3-2 victory over Jordan in extra time. The dramatic match was held at Lusail Stadium in front of a crowd of nearly 85,000 fans and high-level officials. Arab Cup: an early […] | By
(2025-12-19). Statistics record an increase in arrests for festive season. sanews.gov.za Statistics record an increase in arrests for festive season | The number of people arrested for violating traffic laws since the start of December has increased by 16.2% compared to the same period last year, largely due to intensified law enforcement operations being conducted nationwide. | In addition, 53 pedestrians were arrested for jaywalking on freeways, and 26 motorists were arrested for attempting to bribe traffic officers. | This is according to the preliminary report of the 365 Days Arrive Alive Road Safety Campaign for the 2025 festive season, which was released by the Minister of Transport, Barbara Cr…
(2025-12-19). A Cruder Imperial Logic, a More Volatile American Empire. counterpunch.org The Trump administration's National Security Strategy (NSS) creates a basis for a more chaotic and violent American empire. Already coming under heavy criticism, with Foreign Policy in Focus publishing warnings about its implications for global development and grand strategy, the strategy remains perhaps most dangerous for its imperious dictates to the world. Behind platitudes of
(2025-12-19). US Is Legally Obligated to Provide Asylum. SCOTUS May Help Trump End It Anyway. truthout.org Immigrant justice advocates are worried that the Trump administration's attempt to reinstate an asylum ban at the U.S.-Mexico border through an appeal at the Supreme Court will put asylum seekers in harm's way. Asylum is a way for people to escape dangerous conditions such as violence, war, consequences from climate change, or persecution for their sexual orientation or gender identity. |
(2025-12-19). Visual album "Come, O Love" featuring Shahram Nazeri, Davlatmand Kholov unveiled in Konya. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — The unveiling ceremony of the visual album "Come, O Love," featuring Iranian tenor Shahram Nazeri and the late Tajik singer Davlatmand Kholov, was held on Tuesday at the Selàßuk University in Konya, Turkey, coinciding with the 752nd death anniversary of the great Persian-speaking poet Rumi.
(2025-12-19). President unveils economic drive in South Khorasan, touts national strength. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — President Masoud Pezeshkian concluded a significant working visit to South Khorasan province, heralding a major injection of capital and a series of development projects aimed at boosting the regional and national economy.
(2025-12-19). Thursday 1/1: 17th Annual Oscar Grant Vigil. indybay.org Fruitvale BART Station, 3401 E 12th St, Oakland…
(2025-12-19). 'Gun reforms a good start but…': What Australia should do after Bondi beach attack Maya Gomez. hindustantimes.com Days after the Bondi Beach Massacre, HT's Aayesha Varma and Legal Scholar Maya Gomez analyse matters of the mind. What does a shooter think? What do survivors go through? How can a nation heal itself after a tragedy like this? Tune in to this episode of HT Podcast.
(2025-12-19). BBC finally mentions hunger strike — but still ignores reason for it. thecanary.co The BBC News website has finally broken its obstinate silence about the hunger strike by anti-genocide protesters — but only as two of the political prisoners ended their strike and still ignoring almost everything else of relevance. Mentions hunger strike obscurely The BBC's article about the decision of Jon Cink and Umer Khalid to […] | By
(2025-12-19). US Navy test-launches Iranian drone clone "Lucas" en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 19 (MNA) — The US Navy has test-launched an Iranian drone clone, LUCAS, from the helideck of USS Santa Barbara over the past few days.
(2025-12-19). From rules-based order to rule by fear: America's democratic unravelling. independentaustralia.net 
(2025-12-19). R563 remains closed amid serious safety risks. sanews.gov.za R563 remains closed amid serious safety risks | The Gauteng Department of Roads and Transport has confirmed that the affected section of the R563 will remain closed to traffic after geotechnical assessments found the area to be unsafe for public use. | The decision follows the development of a sinkhole along the R563 near the N14 intersection in recent weeks. Based on the latest assessments, the department has resolved not to open the temporary road as previously considered. | Departmental officials remain on site and are set to begin excavating trenches to physically prevent vehicles from illegally accessing th…
(2025-12-19). Uganda to host special summit on security situation in DRC. independent.co.ug 
KAMPALA, UGANDA | Xinhua | President Yoweri Museveni is scheduled to host a ministerial and extraordinary summit on the security situation in neighboring Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), a top official said Thursday. The summit, which will be held on Dec. 21 at State House Entebbe, 40 km south of the Ugandan capital city of …
(2025-12-19). Iran's Ilam, Iraq's Karbala discuss joint tourism exhibition. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN – Iranian and Iraqi officials have reached an initial agreement to hold a joint handicrafts and tourism exhibition in Iraq, Ilam's cultural heritage chief said, following talks between provincial authorities.
(2025-12-19). EIB Lends ‚Ǩ20M to Aisti to Scale Bio-Based Acoustic Tile Production in Finland. devdiscourse.com The European Investment Bank (EIB) has signed a €20 million venture-debt loan with Aisti, a Finnish manufacturer of bio-based suspended ceiling panels, to help the company double its production capacity and accelerate the shift to healthier, recyclable construction materials across Europe. The investment supports EU climate goals, rural development, and the circular economy.
(2025-12-19). IAEA Partners with Princess Máxima Center to Strengthen Childhood Cancer Care. devdiscourse.com The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has officially designated the Princess Máxima Center for Paediatric Oncology in the Netherlands as a new IAEA Collaborating Centre, marking a major step toward improving childhood cancer treatment worldwide. The announcement was made in Utrecht during a ceremony attended by Her Majesty Queen Máxima and IAEA Director General Rafael Mariano Grossi.
(2025-12-19). Russian Citizen Charged in Israel-Iran Espionage Saga. devdiscourse.com In a dramatic development, Israel has formally charged a Russian citizen with espionage, accusing the individual of collaborating with Iranian intelligence agencies. According to Israel's police and internal security agency, the accused was involved in photographing Israeli ports and infrastructure, a move aimed at boosting Tehran's strategic knowledge and capabilities.
(2025-12-19). Taipei terror visuals to shock all: Smoke bombs and stabbings at Taiwan's major stations leave 9 wounded. hindustantimes.com Pantc gripped Taiwan's capital Taipei after a masked attacker allegedly hurled smoke bombs and stabbed passersby in a shocking daytime rampage, leaving at least nine people injured. Emergency services rushed to the scene as police launched a manhunt, with reports later claiming the suspect—who was already wanted by authorities—jumped off a rooftop and died. The incident has raised serious concerns over public safety, urban security, and emergency preparedness in Taiwan's densely populated capital.
(2025-12-19). Military contractors reap big profits in war-to-homeland pipeline. responsiblestatecraft.org By leveraging the
(2025-12-19). Trump Confidant Alan Dershowitz Discussed Third Term Scenario With the President. truthout.org Alan Dershowitz, a former lawyer for President Donald Trump, recently said in an interview that he and Trump have discussed the possibility of Trump running for a third term in office — an action that would violate the U.S. Constitution. Speaking to The Wall Street Journal, Dershowitz, who was part of Trump's legal team during his first impeachment trial, said the discussion took place at… |
(2025-12-19). Greece's Coast Guard Rescues Hundreds Amid Rising Migration Pressures. devdiscourse.com In a dramatic rescue operation, Greece's Coast Guard has successfully saved around 545 migrants from a fishing boat off Gavdos Island, marking one of the largest groups to reach Greece in recent months. The operation took place roughly 16 nautical miles from Gavdos, and the migrants were subsequently brought safely to Agia Galini on Crete.
(2025-12-19). Deadly attacks hit Taipei metro stations, three killed, suspect confirmed dead. tribune.com.pk 
Attacks at metro stations in Taipei on Friday involving smoke bombs and stabbings killed at least three people, the Taiwanese city's fire department said, adding that the suspect was also dead. | Taiwan's Premier Cho Jung-tai said the attacks at Taipei Main Station and Zhongshan station were "a deliberate act", although the motive was not immediately clear. | Cho said in a statement that the suspect wore a mask and threw "five or six gasoline bombs or smoke grenades" at Taipei Main Station. | According to the Taipei City Fire Department, a total of four people were confirmed dead including the suspect, a 27-ye…
(2025-12-19). President Zardari to take official visit to Iraq from Dec 20-24. tribune.com.pk 
President Asif Ali Zardari will undertake an official visit to the Republic of Iraq from December 20 to 24 at the invitation of Iraqi president, Associated Press of Pakistan reported. | The visit underscores the longstanding, brotherly relations between Pakistan and Iraq, rooted in shared bonds of faith, culture, and mutual respect, a Ministry of Foreign Affairs news release said. | During the visit, the president will hold high-level meetings with the Iraqi leadership to review the full spectrum of bilateral relations and explore ways to further strengthen cooperation across key areas of mutual interest, incl…
(2025-12-19). Bidding Drama: Josh Inglis' IPL Availability Sparks Debate. devdiscourse.com In a surprising turn of events, Australian cricketer Josh Inglis might have secured more IPL appearances than anticipated. Initially penciled in for a mere four matches due to his upcoming marriage, Inglis' trajectory shifted after the Lucknow Super Giants won him over with a lucrative bid at the recent players' auction.
(2025-12-19). Kazakhstan: Physical attacks and judicial harassment of LGBTQIA+ defenders Temirlan Baimash, Ardzh Tursynkhan, and Zhanar Sekerbayeva. fidh.org At the end of November 2025, unidentified individuals and state authorities physically attacked Kazakhstani LGBTQIA+ defenders Temirlan Baimash, Ardzh Tursynkhan, and Zhanar Sekerbayeva. The three defenders were subsequently arbitrarily arrested and subjected to judicial harassment. The Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders (OMCT-FIDH) condemns the repeated acts of physical and verbal violence, intimidation, and arbitrary detention targeting LGBTQIA+ human rights defenders (…) | – |
(2025-12-19). How Latinos have become especially vulnerable to diabetes, and one reporter's 'wake-up call" managing the disease. whyy.org 
At the Mexican Consulate's monthly health fair in Oklahoma City, community organizations have tables set up with information on nutrition, exercise, and various health issues. | The main attraction, though, is a quick check-up meant to catch early signs of type 2 diabetes. | "For any adult clients, we're doing free health screenings in regards to height, weight, BMI, blood, blood pressure, cholesterol and glucose," says Benjamin Canizales, a health manager with the local Latino Community Development Agency. | The effort, Canizales says, is meant to educate and advise Latinos in Oklahoma about diabetes, and to hel…
(2025-12-19). To distract from trial, his defense minister will keep force-feeding the poison machine. haaretz.com Every minute people talk about criticism of opposition group Brothers and Sisters in Arms is a minute they're not talking about Benjamin Netanyahu, Israel Katz and the other ministers who failed in the run-up to October 7…
(2025-12-19). Iran, Turkey examine co-op in pharmaceutical, medical equipment industries. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN- At the webinar examining commercial cooperation in the pharmaceutical and medical equipment industries between Iran and Turkey, organized by the International Affairs and Trade Development Department of the Tehran Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines, and Agriculture (TCCIMA) and in cooperation and coordination with the Economic Section of the Turkish Embassy in Tehran, economic officials from the most important pharmaceutical and medical equipment associations of the two countries, while reviewing and analyzing cooperation opportunities for private sector companies from both sides, emphasized joint pro…
(2025-12-19). Nan Z. Da: Literary Criticism in the Age of AI. newleftreview.org Critical analyses of AI usually adopt a stance of defensive humanism. Instead, Nan Da interrogates its mode of reasoning. How do LLMs make the step from data to inference—and what does it mean when they can no longer differentiate the two? Lessons from Emily Dickinson on linguistic interpretation's necessary freedoms—and responsibilities.
(2025-12-19). US sanctions 'flagrant attack' on global justice: ICC. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 19 (MNA) — The International Criminal Court (ICC) has condemned the United States' recent sanctions on two of its judges.
(2025-12-19). Columbia Carnegie Corp. of NY Connection Revisited. indybay.org At its September 2025 meeting, the Carnegie Corp. of NY's board of trustees authorized a "charitable" grant of $1 million to TAU-affiliated Columbia University "for core support of the Institute of Global Politics" that Columbia SIPA Professor Hillary Clinton co-directs.
(2025-12-19). Beyond the Strait: Hormozgan charts course from transit hub to economic powerhouse. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN- Strategically positioned at the mouth of the Strait of Hormuz—the world's most critical energy chokepoint—Iran's Hormozgan province serves as the nation's indispensable commercial gateway. Home to major ports like Shahid Rajaei, the country's largest container port, it is the primary hub for Iran's import, export, and transit trade, connecting global markets from the Persian Gulf to Africa and India.
(2025-12-19). Rawalpindi police officer suspended for taking bribes. tribune.com.pk 
(2025-12-19). Indonesia Shouldn't Trade Workers' Rights for Chinese Investment. fairobserver.com On December 12, some 300 workers at PT. CTLI (Shengtuo Company), a Chinese-owned company operating inside Indonesia's Morowali Industrial Park, walked off the job. Their demands were neither radical nor vague. They asked for payslips that arrive on time, personal protective equipment that fits their work, rest days that are not quietly erased, meals on…
(2025-12-19). 'Trump-Kennedy Center': Trump's name added to venue's facade. aljazeera.com President Trump's name was put on The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts.
(2025-12-19). US Navy test-launches Iranian drone clone. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 19 (MNA) — The US Navy has test-launched an Iranian drone clone LUCAS drone from the helideck of USS Santa Barbara over the past few days, CENTCOM has said.
(2025-12-19). EDUCATION: Church of Uganda leaders urge shift to clean cooking and income projects. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Education leaders under the Church of Uganda have called for a shift towards cleaner cooking energy and income-generating projects in schools, citing rising operational costs, environmental degradation and health risks linked to traditional biomass fuels. The call was made during the Church of Uganda's Annual Heads of Education Institutions Retreat …
(2025-12-19). Iran: Narges Mohammadi, several other human rights defenders arbitrarily arrested in massive crackdown. fidh.org More than 50 people were arrested, including five women human rights defenders, while they were taking part in a memorial ceremony honouring a recently deceased fellow human rights defender. The Observatory (FIDH-OMCT) and the League for the Defence of Human Rights in Iran (LDDHI) strongly condemn these new arrests and call on the Iranian authorities to immediately and unconditionally release all those arbitrarily detained, including human rights defenders.
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(2025-12-19). Red Cup Rebellion Solidarity Surges, New Union Baristas Join Historic ULP Strike Amid Holiday Rush. indybay.org NATIONWIDE, December 18, 2025 — As the holiday rush sets in for Starbucks, union baristas' historic Red Cup Rebellion grew again in strength and power Thursday as hundreds of new union Starbucks baristas across the country joined the unfair labor practice (ULP) strike. Union baristas' open-ended ULP strike began on Red Cup Day, November 13, and has gained momentum and solidarity from supporters each week since. Over 180 state and local elected officials sent a letter to Starbucks on Wednesday calling for the company to end union busting and finalize a fair union contract.
(2025-12-19). Qatar agrees to cancel 24 LNG cargoes as Pakistan reopens local gas wells. tribune.com.pk 
Qatar has agreed to cancel surplus Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) cargoes, prompting the federal government to reopen previously shut local gas wells from January 2026. Local gas from the closed fields is expected to start flowing into the system from January. | The gas fields were earlier shut down to manage surplus LNG cargoes. Government sources said Qatar has now agreed to cancel 24 LNG shipments for 2026, while the federal cabinet had previously approved the diversion of 45 LNG cargoes on December 12, citing declining domestic demand. | Ministry of Petroleum sources said the surplus cargoes had previously fo…
(2025-12-19). Putin's Iskander missile gets deadly upgrade, European cities now within Russia's striking range. hindustantimes.com Russia is reportedly accelerating production of a modernised Iskander ballistic missile capable of striking targets up to 1,000 kilometres away, dramatically expanding the threat envelope across Europe. Leaked documents suggest Moscow plans to manufacture up to 1,000 extended-range "Iskander-1000" missiles, with potential deployments in Kaliningrad placing major European cities and NATO assets within reach. Faster, more manoeuvrable and harder to intercept, the upgraded Iskander underscores rising tensions between Russia and Europe as concerns grow over missile defence readiness and regional security.
(2025-12-19). Community Denounces ICE's Use of Home Depot. mediasanctuary.org Seeking the opportunity for work, Home Depot parking lots are often a gathering place for immigrants who hope to get chosen by a contractor for work and wait long hours in the elements without a promise for any job. Immigration and Customs Enforcement have come to Home Depot parking lots to detain immigrant laborers, and the Albany community showed up to condemn this relationship with a rally and short march, coordinated by No Kings Collective Albany and Capital Region Sanctuary Coalition (CRSC). Sina Basila Hickey reported from this rally and spoke with No Kings Collective Albany co-leader Bryan Paz-Hernandez…
(2025-12-19). Pa., N.J. and Del. could see increased risk of power outages due to supply and demand crunch on regional grid. whyy.org This story is part of the From the Poconos to the Jersey Shore to the mouth of the Delaware Bay, what do you want to know about climate change? What would you like us to cover? | The mid-Atlantic region's grid operator is struggling to secure enough electricity to meet the demand projected from data centers in the coming years, as costs for consumers continue to rise. | PJM Interconnection, which runs the grid in Pennsylvania, Delaw…
(2025-12-19). Martín Mosquera: The Meaning of Milei. newleftreview.org With Latin America in Trump's cross-hairs, a report from Buenos Aires on the social stalemate that allowed far-right firebrand Javier Milei to impose the harshest shock therapy in Argentina's history. Mosquera mobilizes the conceptual legacies of Gramsci, Trotsky, Otto Bauer and Angelo Tasca to identify the function of the region's highly successful new rights.
(2025-12-19). YouTube outage briefly blocks users worldwide, service now largely back online. tribune.com.pk 
Alphabet's YouTube was largely back up after a brief outage denied access for thousands of users globally on Friday, according to Downdetector.com. | There were about 200 outage reports from users of the platform as of 9: 00 a.m. ET, compared with the peak of nearly 10,800, Downdetector showed. | Outage reports in the UK dropped to nearly 70 from more than 3,000, while Canada also reported quick restoration of the service, according to the website, which shows outages by collating status reports from multiple sources. | YouTube did not immediately respond to a Reuters request for comment on the reason for the o…
(2025-12-19). Paradoxically, 'Donroe Doctrine' could put US interests at risk. responsiblestatecraft.org The Trump administration's new
(2025-12-19). EU approves $90bln loan for Ukraine; Russian assets spared. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 19 (MNA) — European Union leaders agreed on Friday to provide a massive interest-free loan to Ukraine to meet its military and economic needs for the next two years…
(2025-12-19). British Baker Richard Hart Insults a Nation—And Shows What He Doesn't Get About Mexican Bread. lataco.com There is a clear difference between cultural colonization and cultural appreciation and it's not that hard to get right if you come with an open heart and unbounded humility.
(2025-12-19). Seth Klarman Reveals How Warren Buffett Became the Greatest Investor Ever. thinktank.pk Legendary value investor Seth A. Klarman pays a powerful tribute to Warren Buffett as the Oracle of Omaha announces his retirement at age 95. In his op-ed in The Atlantic, Klarman explores what made Buffett the greatest investor of all time—and why he remains an irreplaceable American role model. Who Is Seth Klarman? Seth A. …
(2025-12-19). EC trains MPs on Biometric Voting Kits use. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Electoral Commission has assured legislators of the accurate and transparent use of the Biometric Voter Verification Kits (BVVK) during the 2026 general elections. The EC, charged with managing elections in the country, took legislators through a step-by-step guide on the operation of the kits during a one-day training …
(2025-12-19). RIAC at the RUDN University Workshop "The Role of Non-State Actors in Middle Eastern Politics: 2025 Outcomes" russiancouncil.ru On November 16, 2025, the RUDN University hosted a workshop titled "The Role of Non-State Actors in Middle Eastern Politics: 2025 Outcomes"
(2025-12-19). Montco businessman commits $1M to support new Lansdale homeless shelter. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? An Ambler businessman has made a commitment to donate $1 million to support a Montgomery County officials intended to open the year-round, 20-bed shelter in the fall, but construction on a number of safety upgrades at 1107 E. Main St. remains ongoing. | Officials now hope to cut the ribbon on the Lansdale shelter in February 2026. | The…
(2025-12-19). Trump administration reviews Nvidia AI chip sales to China in sharp policy shift. moderndiplomacy.eu The Trump administration has launched an inter-agency review that could clear the first-ever sales to China of Nvidia's H200 artificial intelligence chips, the company's second-most powerful offering. The Commerce Department has sent export license applications to the State, Energy and Defense Departments, triggering a 30-day review process, though the final decision rests with President Donald …
(2025-12-19). The Right to Resist: Palestine and the Semantics of Terrorism. counterpunch.org 
The Palestinian struggle, which spans over a century, is fundamentally about the dispossession of land, resistance to displacement, self-determination and human rights. The indigenous people of Palestine have paid in lives, treasure, hopes and lost dreams because of Europe's history of racism, antisemitism and colonial exploitation; a legacy that was transplanted into the Middle East
(2025-12-19). IAEA Partners with Princess Máxima Center to Strengthen Childhood Cancer Care. devdiscourse.com The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has officially designated the Princess Máxima Center for Paediatric Oncology in the Netherlands as a new IAEA Collaborating Centre, marking a major step toward improving childhood cancer treatment worldwide. The announcement was made in Utrecht during a ceremony attended by Her Majesty Queen Máxima and IAEA Director General Rafael Mariano Grossi.
(2025-12-19). US Citizens Deported By Zionist State After A Week Of Detention. popularresistance.org New York-based Irene Cho and Boston-based Trudi Frost, who were arrested by Israeli forces last Friday, remain in custody at the Givon prison after Israeli courts have summarily denied all their appeals while refusing to examine the evidence proving they have committed no offense. They are expected to be deported later tonight from Ben Gurion airport. | Cho and Frost were arrested on Friday, December 12, in the West Bank village of al-Mughayyer while staying with the Abu Hamam family, which is threatened with forced displacement by military and settler violence.
(2025-12-19). Liverpool have 'moved on' from Salah furore. tribune.com.pk 
Arne Slot said Liverpool have "moved on" from the furore caused by Mohamed Salah's explosive outburst at being dropped and are showing signs of growing into the side he wants to see. | The Reds begin what could be up to a month without Salah, who is representing Egypt at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), away at Tottenham on Saturday. | After a run of nine defeats in 12 games, Slot has steadied the ship in a five-game unbeaten run, during which Salah did not start a single game. | "Actions speak louder than words. We moved on," Slot told reporters on Friday, referring to his decision to bring Salah on as a su…
(2025-12-19). FIA offloads 23 passengers planning to work illegally in Malaysia. tribune.com.pk 
The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) offloaded 23 passengers at Karachi's Jinnah International Airport on Friday. An FIA spokesperson said the individuals were attempting to travel to Malaysia on visit visas with the intention of working illegally. | The passengers, travelling on flight D7-109, admitted during questioning that they planned to overstay and work illegally in Malaysia. They came from various areas, including Karachi, Lower Dir, Mardan, Swat, Bajaur, Bannu, Gujrat, and Peshawar. | Read: 66,154 air travellers offloaded this year, FIA tells NA body | Investigation revealed that the passengers were…
(2025-12-19). China's future network lab shrinks data transfer from 699 days to 1.6 hours. ecns.cn Data that would take 699 days to transmit over the traditional Internet was transferred in just 1.6 hours on a testbed for China's future networks.
(2025-12-19). Pakistan: End Judicial Harassment of Human Rights Lawyers Imaan Zainab Mazari-Hazir and Hadi Ali Chattha. fidh.org The Asian Forum for Human Rights and Development (FORUM-ASIA) and the undersigned organizations express deep concern over the ongoing judicial harassment of human rights lawyers Imaan Zainab Mazari-Hazir and Hadi Ali Chattha in Pakistan.
The prosecution, widely known publicly as the "tweets case," targets social media commentary critical of state conduct, including allegations of enforced disappearances and other human rights violations in Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa provinces. (…) | – |
(2025-12-19). Zelensky's peace talk & Drone war: Kyiv pushes talks as Rostov burns in strikes. hindustantimes.com Peace overtures are playing out in conference rooms while a shadow war of drones rages across borders, with Ukrainian unmanned aerial vehicles slamming into Russia's Rostov Region and triggering deadly fires and civilian casualties. In coordinated overnight strikes on Rostov-on-Don, Bataysk and Taganrog, Ukrainian drones ignited a cargo vessel in the port of Rostov-on-Don, killing two crew members and injuring three others, as well as setting private homes ablaze in Bataysk and damaging civilian infrastructure across the area. Watch for details…
(2025-12-19). Dominican Republic wastes renewable energy while fossil fuel thermoelectric plants operate above legal limits. globalvoices.org 
'Thermal plants operate with comfort margins above international standards, [causing] inefficient dispatch and forcing renewables curtailment'Global Voices Feature photo via Canva Pro. | By Zahiris Priscila Francisco Martínez | The Dominican Republic has experienced accelerated growth in renewable energy production over the past few years. National Energy Commission (CNE) Executive Director Edward Veras confirmed
(2025-12-19). Massacre of the Jewish community by Islamist terrorists on Bondi Beach. onlineopinion.com.au Sixteen Australians are dead. Antisemitism surged for years, warnings were issued, a plan was delivered, and government inaction followed. The massacre did not come without notice.
(2025-12-19). After Tukey and Lebanon, Pope Leo XIV may visit Algeria next. newarab.com 
(2025-12-19). The Oligarchy Study They Don't Want You to Remember/By Eric Buesing. voicesfromsyria.com In 2014, two professors proved America is an oligarchy. Then everyone forgot. Original Link Here: The Oligarchy Study They Don't Want You to Remember — Global ResearchGlobal Research — Centre for Research on Globalization By Eric Buesing Global Research, December 16, 2025 In the spring of 2014, Martin Gilens of Princeton and Benjamin Page of Northwestern …
(2025-12-19). After the Arab Cup: The Palestinian national team when football becomes identity. thecanary.co The Palestinian national team did not enter the Arab Cup as a passing guest, but as an exceptional football phenomenon that carries national identity before it carries the ball. The team came from a harsh reality: ongoing war, a local league that has been suspended for more than three years, and a number of players […] | By
(2025-12-19). Thursday 12/25: Christmas Community Dinner. indybay.org Veterans Memorial Building | 846 Front Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060…
(2025-12-19). 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.
(2025-12-19). Trump's Expanded Drug War Will Make Overdose Crisis Worse, Experts Say. truthout.org As President Donald Trump exploits fear about fentanyl to justify military aggression in Latin America, experts warn that his administration's choice to slash federal support for public health programs threatens to erode progress in reducing fatal overdoses linked to synthetic opioids. Trump issued an executive order on Monday declaring fentanyl a "weapon of mass destruction" that could be… |
(2025-12-19). 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.
(2025-12-19). IAF cinematheque to screen Al Pacino's "Wilde Salomé" tehrantimes.com TEHRAN- The Cinematheque of the Iranian Artists Forum (IAF) is scheduled to screen a recorded stage performance of "Wilde Salomé" on Wednesday.
(2025-12-19). Vladimir Putin mocks Zelensky's Kupiansk selfie, boasts Russian frontline gains. hindustantimes.com Russian President Vladimir Putin used a televised address to mock Volodymyr Zelensky's recent "Hello from Kupiansk" selfie, sneering that the Ukrainian leader was "standing on the threshold" rather than inside a city Moscow claims is already encircled. Putin argued that after Russian troops pushed Ukrainian forces out of the Kursk region, the "full and complete strategic initiative" had passed to the Russian army, which he claimed is now advancing along nearly the entire frontline while Ukrainian units "retreat" with depleted reserves. Watch for more…
(2025-12-19). Guinea-Bissau: the 'narco-state' the US virtually ignores. responsiblestatecraft.org On November 26, soldiers of the Presidential Guard took power in yet another West African country. This time, it was Guinea-Bissau — the tiny country on the Atlantic coast better known to the world as the region's first "
(2025-12-19). Four soldiers killed in suicide attack in northwest Pakistan. newarab.com 
A suicide car bomber and three gunmen attacked a military post near a village The attack took place in North Waziristan, a former stronghold of
(2025-12-19). Gabriele Pedullà : Timpanaro's Materials. newleftreview.org Gabriele Pedullà on Tom Geue, Major Corrections. Intellectual biography of Sebastiano Timpanaro, who brought the tools of philology to bear in a keen-sighted historical materialism.
(2025-12-19). WHYY Newscast for Friday 2:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2025-12-19). The decaying Atlantic and the rising Asian civilization from the East. uwidata.com 
Dr. Mehmet Perinàßek, gave a speech on December 16, 2025, at a round table discussion titled "The Spiritual Aspects of Cooperation in Greater Eurasia," organized by the ruling United Russia Party in Moscow. The session was chaired by Andrei Klimov, head of the party's International Relations Bureau. Other participants included Aleksey Gromyko, grandson of Andrey …
(2025-12-19). EU agrees to loan Ukraine $105 billion after bid to use Russian assets fails. tehrantimes.com European Union leaders reached a deal early Friday on a $105 billion loan to keep Ukraine's economy and military from a budgetary blackhole through 2027. While it didn't come about in the way some of them wanted, the fact it came about at all has been hailed by top officials as a win for the bloc, CNN reported.
(2025-12-19). Erika Kirk endorses JD Vance for U.S. President in 2028 as Trump refuses to… hindustantimes.com Erika Kirk, CEO of Turning Point USA, made a bold declaration in Phoenix, Arizona, on December 18, 2025, pledging full support for her husband's friend, JD Vance, in his anticipated 2028 presidential run. Kirk promised, "We are going to get my husband's friend JD Vance elected for '48 in the most resounding way possible." Watch for details…
(2025-12-19). Black Dimensions in Art 2025 Exhibition. mediasanctuary.org Black Dimensions in Art is celebrating their fiftieth anniversary at the Albany institute of art. Marisa Espe speaks with Andrea Cunliffe live on air about this special exhibition.
(2025-12-19). After surviving violent attacks and amputation, Tanzanians with albinism get new prosthetics in New Jersey. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? A team of people surrounded Mwigulu as they fiddled with straps across his back and adjusted wires connected to a prosthetic arm at his left side. | "Ok, here, is it too much?" asked Matthew Graham, clinical director at MedEast, an orthotic and prosthesis company in Cherry Hill, New Jersey. | Mwigulu, 21, paused and moved his shoulders a little. "Make it more tighter," he said. Graham pulled on one of the straps connected to a harness that looped under Mwigulu's armpits and…
(2025-12-19). Violence erupts in Bangladesh after wounded youth leader dies. geo.tv 
(2025-12-19). Christian Zionists and Their Polytheistic Pedophilic Incestual Gang-Rape Theology. muslimskeptic.com For a long time now, Judeo-Christian Zionists have been hurling vile attacks against Islam, the Prophet Ô∑∫, and Muslims. Many of the popular apologists who engage in these attacks are financed by Israel to spread anti-Islam propaganda and to establish Christian hatred against Muslims. This attack almost exclusively centers around the tired old argument of …
(2025-12-19). Tanqueray takes the Showtime culinary experience to the shores of the Nile. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The year's final chapter deserves a setting of pure bliss to sum it up. A setting with a gentle breeze carrying the rhythm of the Nile, soft waves lapping at the shore, and the golden sun dappling through lush, riverside greenery. This December 20th, Tanqueray will take all …
(2025-12-19). Dec. 5 – Nelson Mandela anniversary of his passing. indybay.org Photo of Nelson Mandella…
(2025-12-19). FO ∞ Talks: Is China's Economy Really Collapsing or Is the West Misreading the Numbers? fairobserver.com Editor-in-Chief Atul Singh and David Mahon, a Beijing-based investor and longtime China analyst who publishes China Watch, discuss whether China's economy is a triumph in the making or a bubble about to burst. Mahon argues that Western debate often collapses a vast, uneven system into a single verdict — either inevitable dominance or certain collapse…
(2025-12-19). Support Judge Hannah Dugan! ICE Out of Milwaukee Everywhere! wibailoutpeople.org 
(2025-12-19). Brazil may delay EU-Mercosur deal amid Brussels protests. tribune.com.pk 
Police fired teargas at farmers protesting the EU's planned trade deal with South American bloc Mercosur in Brussels Thursday, as Brazil opened the door to postponing its signature to win over reluctant Europeans. | About 1,000 honking tractors rolled into the Belgian capital, where the deal loomed large over an EU summit focused on funding Ukraine's war effort. | EU plans to have the pact sealed this week were thrown into disarray by Italy joining fellow heavyweight France in demanding a delay. | The last-mile upset drew a now-or-never ultimatum from Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva — but he…
(2025-12-19). 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.
(2025-12-19). Pirates of the 21st century. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — "The essence of America is bullying, plundering the resources of other countries, and betraying its allies." This proposition stands as one of the most vital pillars of the order currently dominating international affairs.
(2025-12-19). Two months on, ceasefire feels like siege. electronicintifada.net For most families, "returning home" means pitching tents beside the ruins of their houses.
(2025-12-19). The Angry Tide Has Washed Into Chile. counterpunch.org 
(2025-12-19). Iran-Uzbekistan cultural ties seen as opening markets for Iranian handicrafts. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Uzbek artist and carpet researcher Farrokh Manhal said on Thursday that deep historical and cultural links between Iran and Uzbekistan provide a strategic basis for expanding cultural diplomacy and markets for Iranian handicrafts in Central Asia.
(2025-12-19). India beat South Africa as warm up for T20 World Cup defence pounds forward. aljazeera.com India's preparations for their T20 World Cup defence look daunting as South Africa swept aside in 3-1 series win.
(2025-12-19). England's Fight for Ashes Magic: A Test of Resolve. devdiscourse.com On the brink of a series loss in the Ashes, England's spin bowling coach Jeetan Patel has called for a magical performance on day four of the third Test against Australia to sway the match in their favor.
(2025-12-19). Why does Egypt need Israeli gas – and what does it risk. newarab.com 
(2025-12-19). UAE exposed as secret buyer in huge arms deal with Israel. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 19 (MNA) — The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has been identified as the undisclosed buyer behind a $ 2.3 billion contract signed last month by Israeli arms maker Elbit Systems, a report states.
(2025-12-19). Over 1.7 million Afghans deported from Iran in first nine months of 2025: UNHCR. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — In the first nine months of 2025, more than 1.7 million Afghan refugees have returned from Iran to Afghanistan, the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) reported in a press release on October 27.
(2025-12-19). Martín Mosquera: The Meaning of Milei. newleftreview.org With Latin America in Trump's cross-hairs, a report from Buenos Aires on the social stalemate that allowed far-right firebrand Javier Milei to impose the harshest shock therapy in Argentina's history. Mosquera mobilizes the conceptual legacies of Gramsci, Trotsky, Otto Bauer and Angelo Tasca to identify the function of the region's highly successful new rights.
(2025-12-19). U.S. and China Are Headed for an AI Collision. wattsupwiththat.com Given the economic importance of AI to countries throughout the world, the competition between the United States and China is regrettable. But it's probably also inevitable. China is not abiding by the rules that are supposed to govern the global economy. And it's using AI, says the Justice Department, to bolster its military, to test weapons of mass destruction, and to heighten surveillance.
(2025-12-19). 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.
(2025-12-19). Putin threatens UK, Europe with nuclear missile deployment amid soaring tensions. hindustantimes.com Russian President Vladimir Putin has issued a fierce warning to the UK and Europe, launching a verbal attack on Prime Minister Keir Starmer and threatening the deployment of Russia's nuclear-capable Oreshnik missile in Belarus. The escalation comes amid the Ukraine war, rising NATO tensions, and renewed fears of a wider Russia—West confrontation. Watch the full video to know more…
(2025-12-19). Iran in the past week: Key developments at home and abroad. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 19 (MNA) — Here is a concise weekly digest of the most significant political, economic, cultural, and social developments in Iran, published every Friday by Mehr News Agency.
(2025-12-19). Weekend Eats: Welcome to L.A.'s First 2-D Noodle Bar and 'All-You-Can-Eat Taco' Wednesdays. lataco.com Plus a happy hour with smoked tuna flautas, a stand for Armenian pork neck on rice, a cafe for Turkish pastrami sandwiches, and two sought-after bakers now overseeing his own brick-and-mortar.
(2025-12-19). The Australian Israel Lobby Is Flat-Out Saying They Want A Ban On Criticism Of Israel. thealtworld.com 
Australians everywhere should be made acutely aware that the Australian Israel lobby is now explicitly advocating a ban on criticism of the state of Israel. | Not just hate speech against Jews. Criticism of a foreign state. They're coming right out and saying it. | During a
(2025-12-19). Can South Philly's Miracle on 13th Street avoid the traffic 'nightmare'? whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Every year, people from all over the Philadelphia area visit the Residents on the 1600 block decorate their rowhouses with painted versions of the beloved characters from "How the Grinch Stole Christmas," playful penguins in Christmas hats going down a slide, a fake fireplace…
(2025-12-19). ILWU Statement of Policy: The ILWU Versus Fascism. wibailoutpeople.org On December 12, 2025, the ILWU's International Executive Board unanimously approved the following Statement of Policy: The ILWU Versus Fascism The December of 1945 issue of the Dispatcher, quoting the late President Philip Murray of the CIO, warned, "it is not impossible for fascist ideas to conquer America."[1] This warning came mere months after the …
(2025-12-19). Britain sanctions Russia's energy firms. tribune.com.pk 
Britain imposed sanctions on Thursday on more Russian oil companies and Canadian-Pakistani billionaire Murtaza Lakhani as part of efforts to ramp up pressure on Moscow over the war in Ukraine. | The government targeted 24 individuals and entities, including what it described as Russia's largest remaining unsanctioned oil companies: Tatneft, Russneft, NNK-Oil and Rusneftegaz. | The latest measures aim to make it harder for Russia to trade its oil globally. In October, Britain and the US sanctioned Russia's two biggest oil companies, Lukoil and Rosneft. | Earlier on Thursday, the EU imposed sanctions on 41 more…
(2025-12-19). Port of Oakland Commission Hears Increasing Demand to Stop Arming Israel. indybay.org Largest Protest yet in rally and "Pack the Port" action as outrage continues over Oakland's airport complicity in shipping arms to Israel.
(2025-12-19). Plan prepared to keep HBL PSL's image clean. tribune.com.pk 
The image of the HBL Pakistan Super League (PSL) clean and transparent. The contracts for the new teams will clearly state that they cannot promote betting, gambling, or any prohibited items, and that surrogate advertising will not be permitted in any form. | In the past, some PSL franchises were found to be involved in surrogate advertising, where betting companies used slightly altered names to promote themselves. | A few years ago, Multan Sultans captain Mohammad Rizwan protested against such sponsorships by covering the controversial sponsor's logo on his shirt with a sticker during a match. Following stri…
(2025-12-19). MotoGP's sprint format has paid off. tribune.com.pk 
MotoGP's sprint format is no longer an experiment but its Chief Sporting Officer Carlos Ezpeleta knows it remains one of the championship's most contentious talking points, even as TV audiences soared this season to watch the shorter format. | Introduced in the 2023 season, the half-length races have turbo-charged television audiences with a viewership increase of 26% on Saturdays while overall TV audiences are up 9%, according to figures published by MotoGP. | Moreover, the 22-round season brought 3.6 million fans to race tracks, breaking nine attendance records as MotoGP celebrated one of its most memorable…
(2025-12-19). Uproar in Senate panel as Aleem Khan and Palwasha Khan trade barbs. tribune.com.pk 
(2025-12-19). Nearly 540 migrants rescued off Crete: Greek coastguard. tribune.com.pk 
Nearly 540 migrants crammed on a sailing boat were rescued early Friday south of the island of Crete, the Greek coastguard said. | The 539 would-be asylum seekers were rescued by a patrol vessel of EU border agency Frontex near the small island of Gavdos in the Libyan Sea, a coastguard spokeswoman told AFP. | So far, the coastguard has recorded nationals from Bangladesh, Pakistan, Egypt, Eritrea, Somalia, Sudan and the Palestinian territories aboard the boat, the spokeswoman said. | Read More: US Homeland Security chief pauses green card lottery programme | They will first be taken to the Cretan city of Rethym…
(2025-12-19). U19 Asia Cup: Pakistan crush Bangladesh to set up India final. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan Under-19 produced a clinical all-round display to outclass Bangladesh by eight wickets and book a blockbuster final against arch-rivals India in the ACC Men's U19 Asia Cup on Sunday. | Chasing a modest target, Pakistan made light work of the pursuit, reaching the winning runs with just two wickets down and a staggering 69 balls to spare. The emphatic victory underlined Pakistan U19's dominance in the tournament and set up a much-anticipated Pakistan vs India U19 Asia Cup final. | The chase, however, began with an early hiccup. Opener Hamza Zahoor was dismissed for a duck in the first over with only on…
(2025-12-19). The Yellow Baldwin: William Gee Wong. counterpunch.org 
Reading William Gee Wong's Sons of Chinatown: A Memoir Rooted in China and America (Temple University Press, 2024), one realizes how valuable the former Oakland Tribune publishers Robert and Nancy Maynard were to the Oakland community. However, the stress that accompanied their being overachievers killed them—the Jackie Robinson curse. Maynard, who'd worked at The Washington
(2025-12-19). 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.
(2025-12-19). 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.
(2025-12-19). The Congressional Review Act: A New Tool for Lawmakers to Radically Meddle in Public Land Management. counterpunch.org 
Radical? Not me. In a House Natural Resources Committee hearing earlier this year, after one lawmaker finished complaining about "radical environmentalists" a second lawmaker bemusedly opined that no one is just an "environmentalist" anymore; nowadays all environmentalists are radical environmentalists. Congressional members throwing "radical" around are definitely projecting. To "project" is to unconsciously attribute thoughts and
(2025-12-19). Golestan at a glance: forests, ancient monuments and Caspian landscapes. tehrantimes.com GORGAN – Golestan is one of the least visited provinces in Iran, yet for many travelers who take the time to explore it, the region may quickly become a favorite destination.
(2025-12-19). Trump announces new deal with pharma companies to cut drug prices. aljazeera.com So far 14 of the 17 of largest pharmaceutical companies have agreed to lower drug prices in the US.
(2025-12-19). BMA ensures law enforcement at ports of entry. sanews.gov.za BMA ensures law enforcement at ports of entry | The enhanced security measures implemented by the Border Management Authority (BMA) across the country's ports of entry are ensuring that law transgressors are stopped in their tracks. | This operation is part of a strengthened multi-layered approach designed to ensure safe, efficient and well-coordinated border management during this peak travel period. | "As daily movements continue to increase, the Border Management Authority remains on high alert, committed to facilitating legitimate travel and trade while decisively preventing illegal activities and safeguardin…
(2025-12-19). 29,000 dog bite cases, 19 deaths from rabies reported in Karachi during 2025. tribune.com.pk 
(2025-12-19). Nobel Laureate María Corina Machado: Murder is an Act of Love/ By Kurt Nimmo. voicesfromsyria.com Machado told Donald Trump US oil companies will "make a lot of money" after she is installed. Original Link Here: Nobel Laureate María Corina Machado: Murder is an Act of Love — Global ResearchGlobal Research — Centre for Research on Globalization By Kurt Nimmo Global Research, December 19, 2025 The Nobel Peace Prize laureate, María Corina Machado, …
(2025-12-19). 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.
(2025-12-19). France's President goes soft on Russia? Macron invites Putin to table to talk $97,200,000,000 Loan. hindustantimes.com French President Emmanuel Macron has said he believes it would be "useful" to speak with Russian President Vladimir Putin again, calling a proposed €90 billion compromise a "major step forward" amid efforts to end the Ukraine war. Macron's remarks come as questions grow over whether European support for Kyiv is shrinking, highlighting divisions within Europe on diplomacy, funding commitments, and the future course of talks with Moscow.
(2025-12-19). South Africa defends immigration enforcement, engages US over data allegations. sanews.gov.za South Africa defends immigration enforcement, engages US over data allegations | South Africa has reaffirmed its commitment to enforcing its immigration laws and upholding national sovereignty, while indicating that allegations involving the private data of United States officials will be addressed through diplomatic channels. | In a statement issued on Thursday, the Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) said the recent deportation of seven Kenyan nationals by the Department of Home Affairs was carried out in full compliance with South African immigration legislation. | According to DIRCO,…
(2025-12-19). 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.
(2025-12-19). WHYY Newscast for Friday 9:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2025-12-19). The Doomsday Glacier Flunks 2025 Checkup. counterpunch.org 
Thwaites, the most studied glacier in the world, commands attention because it is not only the widest in the world at 80 miles but also the shakiest. And its nickname "The Doomsday Glacier" certainly sets it apart from the 500 other named glaciers in Antarctica. Based upon new research of 2024-25, polar scientists have been
(2025-12-19). 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.
(2025-12-19). Trump Labels Fentanyl 'Weapon of Mass Destruction'. hrw.org Click to expand Image | US President Donald Trump shows a signed executive order classifying fentanyl as 'weapon of mass destruction' during a Mexican Border Defense Medal presentation in the Oval Office at the White House in Washington, DC, December 15, 2025. | © 2025 Evelyn Hockstein/Reuters…
(2025-12-19). Residents in this small town 'left for dead' after industrial disaster. therealnews.com 
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(2025-12-19). WHYY Newscast for Friday 11:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2025-12-19). New poll shows young Republicans turning against Israel. mondoweiss.net 
A new poll provides extraordinary data regarding the changing view of Israel in an unexpected place — inside the Republican Party.
(2025-12-19). SC upholds civil servant's right to family life. tribune.com.pk 
The Supreme Court of Pakistan has ruled that all government departments must follow the 1998 Wedlock Policy, stating that administrative convenience cannot override the constitutional duty to protect civil servants' family life. | The judgment, delivered by a bench of Justice Ayesha A. Malik and Justice Munib Akhtar, followed a petition by Mubashir Iqbal Zafar, an Assistant Health Inspector (BPS-5), against the Ministry of Defence and other respondents. | Zafar had challenged his transfer from Abdul Hakim, District Khanewal, to Dera Nawab Sahib, District Bahawalpur, on February 8, 2021, citing medical and fami…
(2025-12-19). Why peace deal on Ukraine still distant after Berlin talks? independent.co.ug 
BERLIN, Germany | Xinhua | Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Monday concluded lengthy talks with U.S. President Donald Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff and Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner in Berlin, describing the talks as "productive." The talks, which also brought together several European leaders, underscored a shared view that diplomatic efforts should be sustained to bring …
(2025-12-19). Workers remain deprived of minimum wage. tribune.com.pk 
Despite the legal declaration of a fixed monthly minimum wage in Punjab, full implementation remains elusive even within government departments as daily wage employees continue to be deprived of their full salaries. | According to sources of the Express Tribune, the Punjab government initially raised the minimum wage to Rs37,000 in April 2025, but due to rising inflation, increased it further to Rs40,000 in September 2025. This translates to Rs1,538 per day for an 8-hour work shift. However, there has been little to no enforcement due to manpower shortages and a lack of resources within the Labour Department.
(2025-12-19). Tehran ceremony honors scientific achievers of Islamic Iran. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — A prestigious ceremony titled "Hello to the Future" was held on Wednesday evening at the Milad Tower Conference Hall in Tehran, celebrating the outstanding contributions of scientific achievers in Islamic Iran. | The event gathered prominent figures from various fields of science and technology, as well as family members of esteemed military commanders martyred during Israel's June war against Iran.
(2025-12-19). Be vigilant as heavy rainfall expected over festive season. sanews.gov.za Be vigilant as heavy rainfall expected over festive season | Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA) Minister Velenkosini Hlabisa has called for heightened vigilance as above-normal rainfall and thunderstorms are expected during the festive season. | According to current weather forecasts, above-normal rainfall is expected across the central and eastern parts of South Africa, accompanied by warm to cool conditions across the country. | The Highveld is likely to experience frequent afternoon thunderstorms on most days, while eastern provinces face a 30 to 60% chance of afternoon thunderstorms as Chr…
(2025-12-19). "White men targeted?" Trump positions them as victims of "reverse discrimination" albawaba.com ALBAWABA – The Trump administration is now encouraging "white men" to lodge complaints of discrimination, a move that coincides with a growing effort to roll back diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. The Trump administration took the unusual step of urging white men who feel they've been discriminated against at work to lodge formal civil rights complaints. Critics argue this is a direct attack on diversity, equity, and inclusion programs nationwide. Andrea Lucas, currently serving as the acting chair of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), shared a post on X. In it, she stated that white…
(2025-12-19). Inside the 5,000-day war on Iran. mondoweiss.net 
(2025-12-19). Afghanistan seeks to bolster health co-op with Iran. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — A delegation from Afghanistan's Food and Drug Administration met with Iranian counterparts in Tehran on Wednesday to explore the potential for expanding ties in the health sector.
(2025-12-19). Jeffrey Sachs: European Security Includes Russia. consortiumnews.com In an open letter in Berliner Zeitung, the author tells the German chancellor that peace in Ukraine cannot be achieved by pretending that Russia's security concerns do not exist. By Jeffrey D. Sachs Berliner Zeitung CN at 30 Chancellor Merz, You…
(2025-12-19). When Should Patients Decide for Themselves? whyy.org As patients, it can be hard to know when to take charge, and when to let our doctors take the reins. On this episode, we explore the question of patient autonomy, and how patient choice can affect our health. We hear stories about controversial treatment decisions, diabetes in the Latino community, and a contentious proposed diagnosis related to anorexia.
(2025-12-19). Ireland Turns Back on Data Centres. wattsupwiththat.com Much of Ireland's economic growth in the last three decades has come from the onshoring of high tech companies, including data centres. But it appears Ireland no longer want them, "cos of climate change".
(2025-12-19). Israeli civilians detained after hit-and-run in West Nablus. haaretz.com IDF says suspects were detained and their vehicle seized after an overnight hit-and-run that wounded a Palestinian man, as footage and Palestinian reports described Israelis fleeing an overturned car…
(2025-12-19). Five Reasons Why the Newly Declared Ethiopia-India Strategic Partnership is So Important. globalresearch.ca Ethiopia and India
(2025-12-19). Trump's Cuts To Infrastructure Projects Harm Working People. popularresistance.org You're going to have the American dream back," promised then-candidate Donald Trump on the campaign trail in 2024. But nearly a year into the President's second term, his administration is failing to live up to campaign promises. In fact, the Trump administration's actions are pushing the dream of economic security and dignity even farther out of reach for working families across the U.S. | Countless headlines have rightfully covered executive orders stripping a million federal workers of union rights. They've detailed legislation that defunds healthcare and nutrition programs while funneling money to massive cor…
(2025-12-19). Saturday 12/20: ICE out of Home Depot – Oakland Protest. indybay.org 1001 Fruitvale Ave, Oakland…
(2025-12-19). La especial relación entre Fidel Castro y monseñor Cesare Zacchi. cubadebate.cu La relación entre Fidel Castro y monseñor Cesare Zacchi constituyó un singular caso de diálogo y entendimiento entre el Estado cubano, la Santa Sede y la Iglesia católica durante años complejos en sus vínculos. Monseñor Cesare Zacchi fue un prelado de la Iglesia católica que desarrolló una destacada labor diplomática como representante del Vaticano, especialmente en Cuba.
(2025-12-19). 2026: Año del Centenario del Comandante en Jefe Fidel Castro Ruz. cubadebate.cu A propuesta del Primer Secretario del Partido y Presidente de la República de Cuba, Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, se aprobó nombrar al año 2026 como "Año del Centenario del Comandante en Jefe Fidel Castro Ruz", en homenaje al líder histórico de la Revolución cubana y como ratificación de la unidad de sus ideas en la Revolución Cubana.
(2025-12-19). Lula anuncia veto a la Ley que rebaja penas de condenados por el golpe de Estado. cubadebate.cu El presidente de Brasil, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, confirmó este jueves su intención de vetar el proyecto de Ley de Sentencias, conocido como Ley de Dosimetría, aprobado por el Congreso Nacional, que prevé una reducción de penas para los condenados por el intento golpista del 8 de enero de 2023, cuando fueron atacados los tres poderes del Estado brasileño.
(2025-12-19). La especial relación entre Fidel Castro y monseñor Cesare Zacchi. cubadebate.cu La relación entre Fidel Castro y monseñor Cesare Zacchi constituyó un singular caso de diálogo y entendimiento entre el Estado cubano, la Santa Sede y la Iglesia católica durante años complejos en sus vínculos. Monseñor Cesare Zacchi fue un prelado de la Iglesia católica que desarrolló una destacada labor diplomática como representante del Vaticano, especialmente en Cuba.
(2025-12-19). In Uzbekistan, Motor Sports Body Misses the Mark on Rights. hrw.org Click to expand Image | The F1 Grand Prix at Jeddah Corniche Circuit in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, April 20, 2025. | © 2025 Qian Jun/Paddocker via AP Photo | The International Automobile Federation (Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile, or FIA), the international body governing motor sports, including Formula1, held its annual General Assemblies last week in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. At the General Assemblies, the federation presented Uzbekistan as the "star of the east," seemingly without a single reference to Uzbekistan's deeply problematic human rights record. In recent years, Uzbek authorities have increa…
(2025-12-19). Díaz-Canel en la Asamblea Nacional: La Patria no se rinde. cubadebate.cu Reiteró que es mucho lo que nos toca enfrentar y resolver en lo interno, comenzando por la determinante esfera económica. "Para analizar la situación actual del país hemos sido realistas y autocríticos, pero también hemos reafirmado la confianza en la capacidad de resistencia y victoria del pueblo cubano. La Patria no se rinde".
(2025-12-19). Bulgaria tra integrazione europea e rivolta: l'emblema di una contraddizione irrisolta che coinvolge l'Europa orientale e Bruxelles. strategic-culture.su La Bulgaria non riesce a scegliere tra l'Europa e la propria identità . | Segue nostro Clamoroso, sebbene relativamente ignorato, il caso bulgaro degli ultimi giorni: alla vigilia di un passo storico che sancirebbe l'irreversibilità del percorso europeo del paese, si mette in moto una grande manifestazione di piazza — la maggiore dalla fine del comunismo oltre 30 anni orsono — che fa collassare il governo in carica. | Il pass…
(2025-12-19). Le elezioni parlamentari anticipate in Kosovo non risolveranno lo status definitivo della provincia serba. strategic-culture.su In sostanza, il Kosovo rappresenta l'ennesimo fallimento di nation building made in USA e nessuna delle sue componenti puà≤ dirsi oggi soddisfatta. | Segue nostro Le elezioni anticipate nella provincia serba secessionista del Kosovo sono previste per il 28 dicembre 2025. Sono state indette perché il parlamento non è riuscito a formare un governo dopo le elezioni del 9 febbraio 2025, seguite da un secondo tentativo, anch'esso fallito.
(2025-12-19). Sunday 1/11: The State of Immigrant Rights 2026: Updates on the Courts and ICE Actions. indybay.org La Peña Cultural Center, 3105 Shattuck Ave. Berkeley…