(2025-12-25). Israel reveals settlement plan in northern Gaza after committing over 857 ceasefire violations. peoplesdispatch.org Israel's Defense Minister Israel Katz unveiled on Tuesday, December 23, a Katz added that these outposts will replace the "With God's help, when the time comes, also in northern Gaza, we will establish pioneer groups in place of the…
(2025-12-25). Reuniting With Family in Gaza During the Break Between Bombings. theintercept.com 
Many displaced Palestinians struggle to maintain their daily lives under harsh conditions amid the rubble left by Israeli attacks in Gaza City on Dec. 22, 2025. Photo: Khames Alrefi/Anadolu via Getty Images | From the very beginning of the genocide, I barely left my room. Three waves of
(2025-12-25). First Christmas in Gaza in two years: A story of hope and survival. aljazeera.com Christians in Gaza celebrate Christmas after two years of Israel's war and enduring pain, displacement and destruction.
(2025-12-25). Wednesday 12/24: Power Half Hour for Gaza. indybay.org Zoom | http: //jvp.org/gazaph…
(2025-12-25). Italy Meloni Gov Attacks Dockers Unions For Action On Palestine. indybay.org The Italian Meloni government is retaliating against the USB union for taking action against the genocide in Gaza…
(2025-12-25). Free UK Palestine Hunger Strikers! Rally at SF UK Consulate to Support Jailed Activists. indybay.org In solidarity with Palestinian activists who are on a hunger strike in the UK, a rally was held at the UK consulate in San Francisco to demand their freedom and the use of the Terrorism Act to target opponents of the genocide in Gaza.
(2025-12-25). Video: Gaza's Christians mark first Christmas since fragile ceasefire deal. aljazeera.com Gaza's Christians reflected on the loss they've experienced after two years of Israel's devastating war.
(2025-12-25). Israeli Occupation Intensifies: Defense Minister Vows Permanent Gaza Presence as Settler Violence Escalates in West Bank. scheerpost.com Israeli actions in the occupied territories are escalating, with dire consequences for Palestinian civilians. Defense Minister Israel Katz has signaled a permanent occupation of Gaza and the potential expansion of settlements, while in the West Bank, settlers attacked a Palestinian home near Samu, gassing children and killing livestock, highlighting the ongoing impunity and humanitarian toll …
(2025-12-25). Pope Leo laments suffering of Gaza Palestinians in first Christmas sermon. aljazeera.com Global wars are 'leaving behind rubble and open wounds', pontiff says.
(2025-12-25). While Bethlehem Holds First Full Christmas Since Genocide Began, Little to Celebrate in Gaza. juancole.com (
(2025-12-25). Anthony Aguilar Wins Sam Adams Award For Integrity. popularresistance.org We are honored to give this year's award to Anthony Aguilar (LTC, USA, ret.) for exposing some of the more egregious brutalities of the genocide in Gaza, including the U.S. role. | Asked why he has spoken out about what he witnessed — like the corralling of starving people into four distribution sites and sometimes shooting them indiscriminately. Aguilar explained, when | "I hung up my uniform. I didn't hang up my oath to the Constitution." | A 25-year Army Special Forces veteran, Aguilar agreed to work with the "Gaza Humanitarian Foundation" with the thought that "there is nothing more Christian than feedi…
(2025-12-25). LIVE: Sound of Israel's bombs, hum of drones drown out Christmas in Gaza. aljazeera.com Many of the remaining churches across Gaza either scaled back or cancelled Christmas activities altogether.
(2025-12-25). Gaza: "Palestinians are wondering how they will get through the winter" icrc.org
(2025-12-25). Palestinian couple's wedding turned to funeral after Israeli attack in Gaza. aljazeera.com
(2025-12-25). Discovery of million more potential Epstein documents delays further releases. geo.tv 
(2025-12-25). Brazil: Global antifascist forum a strategic space for struggle against the far right and imperialism (plus statement: Reject US aggression on Venezuela). links.org.au 
The Second Meeting of the International Committee projected the 2026 Antifascist Conference as a strategic space for unity, solidarity, and struggle against fascism and imperialism.
(2025-12-25). Who's The Real Outlaw At Sea? popularresistance.org The United States has now intercepted multiple Venezuelan oil tankers as part of its escalating aggression against Venezuela, while also destroying dozens of small boats in the Caribbean and Pacific under the banner of "drug enforcement," killing over 100 people whose identities the U.S. has obscured. At the same time, the Trump administration has threatened a naval blockade of Venezuela—a sovereign country with which the United States is not at war. | How can Washington claim the right to seize or blow up vessels, disrupt maritime trade, and kill civilian boaters—while bombing Yemen and condemning it…
(2025-12-25). When sanctions fail, power turns to seizure: The unraveling of the western coercive order. scheerpost.com By Peiman Salehi for the Cradle The recent escalation in US—Venezuela tensions is often framed narrowly in tactical terms: the seizure of a Venezuelan oil tanker, new sanctions targeting Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro's inner circle, and a publicized diplomatic exchange with Moscow. Individually, these developments appear episodic. Together, they signal the decay of a coercive model that no longer delivers, …
(2025-12-25). Venezuela Warns The World About US State-Sponsored Attacks And Piracy. popularresistance.org Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro sent a letter on Monday to the heads of state of Latin America and the Caribbean, as well as to the 194 nations that make up the United Nations General Assembly. The document, read by Venezuelan Foreign Minister Yván Gil from the Yellow House in Caracas, warns of an escalation of aggression by the US government that threatens to destabilize the security of the entire region and the international legal order. | The letter's central complaint focuses on the US military's so-called "Operation Southern Spear," a naval and air deployment that includes the presence of nuclear submari…
(2025-12-25). James Bradley: Domino Theory and media lies for imperialist wars, from Vietnam to Venezuela. strategic-culture.su Best-selling American author James Bradley talks about his latest book, Precious Freedom. | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | Jame…
(2025-12-25). US will focus on exerting economic pressure on Venezuela: Report. aljazeera.com A US official told Reuters that Washington will focus on targeting Venezuela oil in lieu of 'military options'.
(2025-12-25). 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.
(2025-12-25). Venezuela celebrates Christmas in unity and resistance against U.S. aggression. radiohc.cu The President of Venezuela, Nicolás Maduro, led a Christmas dinner for peace and happiness in the San Agustín parish of Caracas, the Venezuelan capital. During the gathering, the national leader highlighted Venezuela's strength in the face of pressure from the United States, asserting that imperialism cannot overcome the country's determination. | "We are in Marín Square in San Agustín del Sur, the epicenter where the Marín rhythm, the music, and the culture of the homeland were born," Maduro stated. "We came to share the first Hallacazo with the community and "I wish you a Merry Christmas, exercising the most be…
(2025-12-25). Cabello Warns Trinidad Against Allowing US Attacks on Venezuela: "We Will Respond" orinocotribune.com The Vice President for Policy, Citizen Security and Peace, Diosdado Cabello Rondón, lamented the belligerent stance of Trinidad and Tobago Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar in facilitating the use of her country's territory by the US and its military apparatus to attack Venezuela. | "We hear this lady from Trinidad, who is still high on alcohol, allowing Trinidad to be used against Venezuela," he said in La Guaira state, where he inaugurated the Police Coordination Center of the Bolivarian National Police. | The minister for Interior, Justice and Peace also emphasized that, in the face of this hostile posture…
(2025-12-25). 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.
(2025-12-25). European nations, Canada decry Israel's new, illegal West Bank settlements. aljazeera.com Fourteen countries condemn Israel's plans to expand West Bank settlements, express 'resolute support' for Palestinians.
(2025-12-25). How China's film market is reshaping global cinema standards. ecns.cn Over the past year, China's film industry has demonstrated unprecedented vitality and influence, charting a trajectory that extends beyond domestic box-office strength to significant global resonance. This dual rise in both the quantity and quality of Chinese cinema is reshaping industry benchmarks and reflects a deeper shift in how cultural products circulate in an increasingly multipolar world.
(2025-12-25). Homegrown brands gaining popularity in high-end auto market. ecns.cn China's premium vehicle market is witnessing a rapid shift as homegrown brands break longstanding price and brand barriers in the ultra-luxury sedan segment, and put an end to the dominance of traditional foreign marques.
(2025-12-25). 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).
(2025-12-25). How Europe Kept the Lights On: The Gas Suppliers of 2025. moderndiplomacy.eu Europe entered 2025 at a level of energy security that would have seemed out of reach only a few years ago. Gas storage exceeded 70% in January, an exceptionally high level for the season, while overall demand remains roughly 15% lower than in previous years. This decline is not temporary but the result of several …
(2025-12-25). Two narratives on the Hong Kong fire. links.org.au 
Au Loong-Yu compares the 2025 Wang Fu Court fire with London's 2017 Grenfell fire to highlight the similarities and differences between Western and Chinese capitalism.
(2025-12-25). Harbin's celebrity snowman lights up winter night. ecns.cn The snowman's iconic red hat, red scarf, and heart-shaped buttons looks charming at night, making it a popular photo spot for visitors.
(2025-12-25). Rahmani 30 Entrance Exam 2026 Date Confirmed. ummid.com Rahmani Program of Excellence run under Rahmani Mission of Rahmani Foundation has confirmed the Rahmani 30 Entrance Exam 2026 date.
(2025-12-25). Tarique Rahman, former PM Khaleda Zia's son, returns to Bangladesh after 17 years in exile amid unrest. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: Tarique Rahman, son of former Bangladesh Prime Minister Khaleda Zia, has returned to Dhaka after nearly 20 years in self-imposed exile. His return is seen as a major political moment fo | Tarique Rahman, former PM Khaleda Zia's son, returns to Bangladesh after 17 years in exile amid unrest…
(2025-12-25). 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.
(2025-12-25). 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.
(2025-12-25). Somali capital holds first direct election in over five decades. aljazeera.com Amid opposition boycotts, people in Mogadishu vote in the city's first direct local polls since 1969.
(2025-12-25). New customs ops boost Hainan. ecns.cn Consumers check out cosmetics at a shopping center in Haikou, Hainan province, on Dec 18.Specifically, duty-free sales in the city hit 102 million yuan on Monday, following a strong streak that began on Dec 18.
(2025-12-25). The Atlantic Alliance is weakening, but what comes next? Two worlds, two scenarios. unitedworldint.com An outlook on what 2026 may bring to a world that is on knife's edge. By Onur Sinan Gàºzaltan The sidelining of hardliners in Zelenskyy's government over corruption allegations, US Secretary of State Rubio's refusal to attend the NATO summit, corruption probes against the figures in Brussels who are pro-war against Russia, the distance put …
(2025-12-25). Two injured after ICE agents fire at Maryland vehicle amid crackdown. aljazeera.com An attempted ICE arrest outside Baltimore turned violent after a man allegedly drove into law enforcement vehicles.
(2025-12-25). China mainland issues wanted notices for two Taiwan residents over smuggling allegations. ecns.cn Chinese public security authorities have issued bounty notices for two Taiwan residents accused of repeated smuggling offenses, a spokesperson for the Taiwan Affairs Office of the State Council said Wednesday.
(2025-12-25). 6th Region of our African Union requests consideration for an official holiday, Kwanzaa. indybay.org Our "California Grown" Pan African Global Holiday prepares for our 60th Year Anniversary beginning from the aftermath of 1965 Watts Rebellion Los Angeles – it is time for official recognition by the African Union reconnecting 1.6+ billion people of Pan African Descent, Globally.
(2025-12-25). 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.
(2025-12-25). A Call for Reform: The UN at 80 Amid Global Challenges. devdiscourse.com In 2025, as the United Nations marked its 80th anniversary, the world reeled from ongoing global conflicts and financial crises. Criticism from returning US President Donald Trump echoed his earlier term's reproval, raising questions about the relevance of the 80-year-old international body.
(2025-12-25). Wilmington's Kwanzaa tradition highlights unity and the power of community. whyy.org 
What are journalists missing from the state of Delaware? What would you most like WHYY News to cover? Kwanzaa was created in 1966, during the height of the Black Power era, as a way for African Americans to reconnect with their cultural roots and reaffirm shared values of community, family, and responsibility. | Celebrated each year from December 26th to January 1st, Kwanzaa is a cultural observance, welcoming people of all faiths and backgrounds to reflect on seven guiding principles known as the Nguzo Saba. | Those principles —— Unity (Umoja), Self-Determinatio…
(2025-12-25). 8 killed as van carrying kids plunges into pond. ecns.cn Eight people were killed on Tuesday after a vehicle plunged into a pond in Pengze county, Jiujiang city, in East China's Jiangxi province, local police said on Wednesday.
(2025-12-25). Central SOEs urged to push upgrading. ecns.cn China Changan Automobile Group, one of three centrally administered State-owned automotive groups, was established in July through a restructuring of the former Changan Automobile and some other companies.
(2025-12-25). Algeria passes law declaring French colonisation a crime. aljazeera.com Algeria's parliament unanimously passed a law declaring France's colonisation a crime.
(2025-12-25). Mogadishu Votes: Somalia's Leap Toward Democracy Sparks Controversy. devdiscourse.com For the first time since 1969, residents of Somalia's capital, Mogadishu, are set to participate in a groundbreaking local election on Thursday, marking a significant departure from the country's traditional clan-based power-sharing system.
(2025-12-25). The horror of homeless deaths in 2025. indybay.org Tombstones of the homeless deaths during 2019, in San Jose.
(2025-12-25). As Trump's tariffs hit Indian fox nuts, the superfood eyes new markets. aljazeera.com Fox nuts remain unaffected by US tariffs due to strong domestic demand, coupled with emerging new markets.
(2025-12-25). European Russophobia and Europe's rejection of peace: A two-century failure. strategic-culture.su By Jeffrey D. SACHS | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | Europe has repeatedly rejected peace with Russia at moments when a negotiated…
(2025-12-25). 'Not acceptable': EU slams U.S. travel bans on Europeans over tech regulations. ecns.cn The European Union (EU), French, German and British senior officials on Wednesday strongly condemned a U.S. decision to impose travel restrictions on five European individuals, including former European Commissioner Thierry Breton.
(2025-12-25). Iran's Mazandaran exports 17m kg dairy products in 9 months. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 25 (MNA) — Mazandaran province's governor has said that 17 million kilograms of various types of dairy products were exported from this northern province overseas in the first nine months of the current Iranian calendar year (March 21).
(2025-12-25). Language, Bias, and Violence: Why We Must Name Terrorism Fairly. ummid.com Defending Islam requires more than citing scripture. It demands consistent, visible rejection of violence from within Muslim communities, while the global community must judge acts of terror by what they are—not by who commits them.
(2025-12-25). Pope Leo asks for 24 hours of peace worldwide at Christmas. independent.co.ug 
Vatican | VATICAN NEWS | "I once again make this appeal to all people of good will: that, at least on the feast of the birth of the Saviour, one day of peace may be respected," said Pope Leo XIV on Tuesday, 23 December, from Castel Gandolfo. This as he launched an appeal in view of the …
(2025-12-25). Video: The Christmas Truce of 1914 and Other Unlearned Lessons from World War I. globalresearch.ca "…the ones who call the shots (in war) won't be among the dead and lame And on each end of the rifle we're the same" — John McCutcheon | In World War I, as happens to be true in most …
(2025-12-25). Monday 12/22: If We Act, They Die! Rally at UK Consulate to Demand Release of Political Prisoners. indybay.org UK British Consulate In San Francisco | 1 Sansome St. San Francisco…
(2025-12-25). Bangladesh leader considered top PM candidate returns from exile ahead of polls. geo.tv 
Supporters of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party gather to join a grand rally to welcome BNP acting chairman Tarique Rahman after his return from London, in Dhaka, Bangladesh, December 25, 2025. — Reuters Rahman's return energises BNP supporters for February elections.Rahman…
(2025-12-25). Friday 12/26: Virtual Action Hour for Palestine. indybay.org Zoom | afsc.org/events/action-hour-palestine…
(2025-12-25). Snow, romance, and flavor unite in Xinjiang's winter wonderland. ecns.cn In northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, winter transforms the Tianshan Tianchi Scenic Area into a magical realm where icy landscapes meet warm hospitality. This season, the destination offers a unique blend of snow adventures, romantic moments, and authentic flavors.
(2025-12-25). Pentagon Fails Eighth Consecutive Audit. popularresistance.org Two days after the US Senate voted on a bipartisan basis to authorize just over $900 billion in military spending for the coming fiscal year, the chief recipient of that taxpayer money—the Department of Defense—announced it failed an audit of its books for the eighth consecutive year. | The now-predictable audit result was announced Friday by the Pentagon's Office of Inspector General (OIG) after an examination of the agency's roughly $4.6 trillion in assets. The OIG said it identified 26 "material weaknesses"—major flaws in internal controls over financial reports—in the Pentagon's accoun…
(2025-12-25). L3 license plate now granted in Chongqing. ecns.cn China's first license plate for Level-3 autonomous driving was granted recently to China Changan Auto Group, a car manufacturer based in Southwest China's Chongqing, marking a landmark development for the country's automotive sector.
(2025-12-25). 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.
(2025-12-25). ICRC-IFRC Joint Statement on National Implementation of the Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention. icrc.org Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention 22nd Meeting of States Parties, 1-5th December 2025…
(2025-12-25). Southbound Travel for Guangdong Vehicles scheme implemented for entry into urban Hong Kong. ecns.cn A policy allowing private cars registered in south China's Guangdong Province to enter urban Hong Kong went effect Tuesday, a milestone that advances cross-border connectivity in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA).
(2025-12-25). Tibetans Protests Illegal Gold Mining Operations in Eastern Tibet. indybay.org In light of recent news of over 80 Tibetans being detained, and harmed by the Chinese authorities in Kashi (Ch: Gayi) township, Sershul county in Eastern Tibet as a result of their protest against the gold-mining operations in Serkhok, Tibetans in Bay Area lead by San Francisco Regional Tibetan Youth Congress (SFRTYC) held a peaceful protest in front of the Chinese Consulate in San Francisco on Dec 20, 2025 from 11 am till 1 pm.
(2025-12-25). Policies keep nation's foreign capital appeal buoyant. ecns.cn China's appeal as a destination for foreign capital is set to strengthen further as policymakers move to stabilize expectations, while the country's vast market and accelerating industrial upgrading continue to reinforce its long-term attractiveness amid an uncertain global backdrop, said market observers and business executives.
(2025-12-25). Saturday 12/20: San Jose / Make Billionaires PAY! indybay.org Winchester Shopping Center Sign | 3137 Stevens Creek Blvd, San Jose, CA 95117…
(2025-12-25). Southern California drenched by powerful Christmas storms, flash flooding. scmp.com Flash flood warnings were in effect in Los Angeles and most of southern California on Wednesday as one of the worst Christmas storms in recent memory brought heavy rain and fears of deadly mudslides. | Driven by an atmospheric river known as "the Pineapple Express", which moves heavy moisture from the tropical climes of Hawaii to rain on the West Coast, the storm is expected to deliver months' worth of rain over the next few days.
(2025-12-25). Saturday 1/10: Trump Regime Takedown (every Saturday). indybay.org corner of Van Ness and O'Farrell St, San Francisco…
(2025-12-25). Christmas Visions: Children and the Importance of Redemption. globalresearch.ca First published on December 26, 2020 | The Factory | "And such should childhood ever be,
| The fairy well; to bring
| To life's worn, weary memory
| The freshness of its spring. | But here the order is reversed,
| And infancy, like age,
| Knows …
(2025-12-25). Christmas Is Not A Western Story; It Is A Palestinian One. popularresistance.org Every December, much of the Christian world enters a familiar cycle of celebration: carols, lights, decorated trees, consumer frenzy and the warm imagery of a snowy night. In the United States and Europe, public discourse often speaks of "Western Christian values", or even the vague notion of "Judeo-Christian civilisation". These phrases have become so common that many assume, almost automatically, that Christianity is inherently a Western religion — an expression of European culture, history and identity. | It is not.
(2025-12-25). 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.
(2025-12-25). 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.
(2025-12-25). Game turns tour into lessons in history. ecns.cn The Millennium City Park in Kaifeng, Henan province, is a re-creation of the ancient scroll Along the River During the Qingming Festival.What I made was crude, but the instructor encouraged me and stamped my scorecard to show that I completed this task.
(2025-12-25). Corrupt Corporate City Officials Privatizing GG Botanical Gardens For Disney Aesthetic. indybay.org The corrupt CEO of Golden Gate Park Stephanie Linder without public comment or debate has wrecked the Botanical gardens for a Disney style light show for people who can pay $28 to $48 a ticket. They have blighted the park for more privatization and their commercialization of Golden Gate Park shutting off more and more of the park for months for concerts that cost hundreds of dollars for tickets. | Billionaire SF Mayor Daniel Lurie has also given away Kezar stadium to his cronies and financial supporters as the park is sold off to the highest bidder.
(2025-12-25). Christmas under occupation: Israeli attacks against Palestinian Christians. aljazeera.com Fewer than 50,000 Christians now live in Palestine under threat from Israel's illegal occupation and attacks.
(2025-12-25). Banat al-Quds: Voices of Palestinian women rising through siege. newarab.com 
Banat al-Quds, also known as the Daughters of Jerusalem, is more than just a choir and Arabic music ensemble — they are a living testament to Palestinian resilience in the face of Founded in 2013 as the first all-female group from the
(2025-12-25). Shopping initiative to catalyze inbound demand. ecns.cn Speaking at an event held by the China Center for International Economic Exchanges, Han called for improving the inbound consumption environment and building the "Shopping in China" brand.
(2025-12-25). New book by son of Iwo Jima flag-bearer explains why vietnam defeated the U.S. strategic-culture.su By Jeremy KUZMAROV | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | The son of the Iwo Jima flag-bearer in one of the most iconic photos in U.S hi…
(2025-12-25). BJP-led Mahayuti sweeps Maharashtra local body elections. ummid.com The Mahayuti – the alliance of Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP), Shiv Sena (Eknath Shinde) and NCP (Ajit Pawar), has sweeped the 2025 Nagar Parishad (Municipal Council) and Nagar Panchayat (Municipal Panchayat) elections.
(2025-12-25). 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.
(2025-12-25). Diallo and Mahrez strike at AFCON as Ivory Coast, Algeria win. newarab.com 
Amad Diallo and Manchester United winger Diallo struck early in the second half with a close-range shot to give the Ivorians a hard-earned 1-0 Group F victory over Mozambique in wet Marrakesh. | Earlier, Algeria cruised to a 3-0 G…
(2025-12-25). China's deep-sea manned submersibles have made over 1700 dives to date. ecns.cn China's three deep-sea manned submersibles have completed 1,746 dives to date, the Institute of Deep-sea Science and Engineering under the Chinese Academy of Sciences said on Wednesday.
(2025-12-25). Preschool teacher jailed for abusing eight children in Liaoning. ecns.cn A former preschool teacher in Panjin, Liaoning province, was sentenced to two years in prison on Thursday and permanently banned from working with minors after being convicted of abusing children.
(2025-12-25). China opposes the U.S. slapping tariffs and going after Chinese companies: FM. ecns.cn China firmly opposes the U.S. slapping tariffs and going after Chinese companies, said Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian at a regular press conference on Wednesday.
(2025-12-25). Nvidia expands AI empire with Groq talent grab. ecns.cn Nvidia has hired the leadership of a promising AI chip startup, a statement said Wednesday, as the artificial intelligence giant expands its tech empire.
(2025-12-25). Exploring stunning winter scenery in Altay. ecns.cn Photo released on Dec. 24, 2025 shows the winter scenery of Altay in northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region.
(2025-12-25). Setting the record straight, a retrospective look at China's economy in 2025. ecns.cn Chen Hongna, an associate researcher at the Development Research Center of the State Council, said this demonstrates China's commitment to sharing development opportunities with its trading partners.
(2025-12-25). Financial players gear up to help expand FTP gateway. ecns.cn The island-wide special customs operations mark the beginning of a new stage in the opening-up and development of the Hainan Free Trade Port.
(2025-12-25). Sunday 12/21: Winter solstice / Wingnut holiday office party. indybay.org Long Haul Infoshop – 3124 Shattuck Ave. Berkeley – 2 blocks from Ashby BART…
(2025-12-25). When did Israeli settler attacks become official Netanyahu government policy in the West Bank? haaretz.com The events of recent days underscore how Israel exploits settler terrorism, which has long ceased to be 'isolated clashes,' to establish facts on the ground while benefiting from global indifference. When armed settlers enjoy immunity, the message to Palestinians is clear: no one will protect you…
(2025-12-25). 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.
(2025-12-25). Starmer to push Britain into stricter net zero targets under EU deal. wattsupwiththat.com Labour are now trying to cause as much damage to this country as possible, before they are kicked out:…
(2025-12-25). 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.
(2025-12-25). Ghalibaf congratulates Christian counterparts on Christmas. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 25 (MNA) — Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf has congratulated the birthday anniversary of Jesus Christ to his counterparts in a message, wishing for dialogue and interaction among followers of different religions.
(2025-12-25). Assemblies: A Path To Co-Governance And Democratic Renewal. popularresistance.org Democracy should give us a real say in the decisions that shape our lives, but few people today feel the government is working for them. Inequality is extreme, our economic lives are precarious, and trust in government and all kinds of institutions is at historic lows. All this has opened up space for the reactionary Right—at least in the last election—to win over a multiracial majority of voters. As we defend electoral democracy and organize our people, we also need to build new democratic structures: ones that deepen people's sense of interdependence and solidarity, build real political and economic…
(2025-12-25). Diego Rivera's Dec. 8 birthday anniversary. indybay.org Photo of Diego Rivera in his studio in Mexico…
(2025-12-25). Agreement boosts ocean governance. ecns.cn Officials and experts said that China, as one of the first signatories and contracting states to the Agreement under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea on the Conservation and Sustainable Use of Marine Biological Diversity of Areas beyond National Jurisdiction, has demonstrated its responsibility as a major country supporting multilateralism and contributing to global ocean governance.
(2025-12-25). Why Russians haven't risen up to stop the Ukraine war. responsiblestatecraft.org After its emergence from the Soviet collapse, the new Russia grappled with the complex issue of developing a national identity that could embrace the radical contradictions of Russia's past and foster integration with the West while maintaining Russian distinctiveness.The Ukraine War has significantly changed public attitudes toward this question, and led to a consolidation of most of the Russian population behind a set of national ideas. This has contributed to the resilience that Russia has shown in the war, and helped to frustrate Western hopes that economic pressure and heavy casualties would undermine su…
(2025-12-25). Germany: Critics Of The Government Are Losing Their Bank Accounts. popularresistance.org The German Communist Party (DKP) announced earlier this month that several associated bank accounts (including that of the party executive) will be terminated as of December 31, 2025. The reasons for the account termination remain unclear and the act in itself raises more questions than answers. The case has also drawn attention to a trend in Germany that appears to be resurfacing more and more: attacks on the material foundations of actors who criticize the German government, and especially its policies on war.
(2025-12-25). Over 25L registered for (CBSE) CTET 2026. ummid.com Over 25 lakh candidates from across India have registered for the Central Teaching Eligibility Test 2026 (CTET 2026), the CBSE said.
(2025-12-25). Why Stop with the Kennedy Center? Cabinet Officials add Hyphenated -Trump to their Names. juancole.com San Francisco (Special to Informed Comment; Feature) — "Good enough for a battleship, it's good enough for me," says Homeland Security chief Kristi Trump-Noem | Secretary of War Pete Trump-Hegseth and Secretary of State Marco Trump-Rubio were the first to announce that they were changing their names in a display of loyalty to the president, but they were swiftly followed by the remaining cabinet members. | A rush of orders for new business cards and government I.D.s is expected, but key officials are likely to be the first to see their new names recognized on repainted doors and Trump accoutrements. Priority…
(2025-12-25). 'What Is The Christian Word In The Face Of Genocide?'. popularresistance.org Last month, 300 people—led by the Patriarchs and Heads of Churches in Palestine— gathered in Bethlehem to launch the second Kairos Palestine document: A Moment of Truth: Faith in a Time of Genocide. 140 Palestinians and 160 internationals spent the day unpacking the theological and political descriptions of the conditions that Palestinians face and attending to the indigenous church's call for Palestinian resistance and Christian solidarity. The conference was hosted by Kairos Palestine, the largest Palestinian Christian ecumenical nonviolent movement for freedom and justice.
(2025-12-25). 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.
(2025-12-25). 'The light plays tricks on us': Trinidadian photographer Marlon Rouse's 'Sacred Objects, Fruit of the Land'. globalvoices.org 
(2025-12-25). 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).
(2025-12-25). Trip.com denies data security concerns over Cambodia tourism cooperation. ecns.cn Trip.com Group, a multinational travel agency headquartered in China, denied concerns on Wednesday over user data security following public attention around a cooperation agreement with Cambodia's Ministry of Tourism.
(2025-12-25). Bangladesh opposition leader Tarique Rahman returns after 17 years. aljazeera.com Tarique Rahman, leader of Bangladesh's opposition, has returned after 17 years in self-imposed exile in London.
(2025-12-25). Morocco bests Jordan to lift 2025 FIFA Arab Cup. ummid.com Atlas Lions, Morocco, Thursday defeated Jordan to lift the 2025 FIFA Arab Cup.
(2025-12-25). North Korea's Kim views test-firing of long-range missile. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 25 (MNA) — North Korean Leader Kim Jong Un oversaw the test-firing on Wednesday of long-range surface-to-air missiles at a launch site near its east coast.
(2025-12-25). Wishes can come true with nonprofit helping foster children in New Jersey. whyy.org 
From Camden and Cherry Hill to Trenton and the Jersey Shore, what about life in New Jersey do you want WHYY News to cover? Britney Deza was 16 years old when her mother passed away and she entered foster care. After aging out of the system, the Union County resident was working full-time while going to school, and she wanted to take a real estate training course but couldn't afford the $200 enrollment fee. Her school counselor submitted an "ask" to an organization called
(2025-12-25). Africa's tech deals are happening at festivals. independent.co.ug 
From Lagos and Nairobi to Cape Town and Marrakech, founders, investors, and corporates are using tech festivals to close funding, partnerships, and market-entry deals, according to ecosystem data and industry analysts. SPECIAL REPORT | BIRD AGENCY | Africa's tech startup ecosystem is increasingly being organised around large, high-visibility festivals. From Lagos to Cape Town, Nairobi, …
(2025-12-25). Tuesday 12/23: Webinar: What Trump's Foreign Policy Means for Latin America. indybay.org Zoom | www.codepink.org/latinamerica1223…
(2025-12-25). 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.
(2025-12-25). Tech at Its Best! Yiwu's small commodities win over global merchants with real strength. ecns.cn In Yiwu, Zhejiang, a new wave of "tech-infused" small commodities is captivating global buyers. From multilingual smart toys to versatile AI wearables, these cutting-edge products are not only catching the international merchants'eyes but also making their way into markets worldwide.
(2025-12-25). Migrant boat capsizes off Senegal, leaving at least 12 dead. geo.tv 
This undated photo shows an overcrowded boat transporting people across the sea. — ReutersBoat carrying around 100 people capsizes near Mbour.32 survivors reported, others flee before rescuers arrive.President Faye offers condolences, search for survivors continues.
(2025-12-25). 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).
(2025-12-25). 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.
(2025-12-25). WHYY Newscast for Thursday 6:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2025-12-25). Mainland China Markets Surge as Aerospace and Robot Stocks Soar. devdiscourse.com Mainland China's stock markets showed resilience on Thursday as they recorded a seventh consecutive session of gains. This surge was bolstered by robust performances in the aerospace and robotics sectors. The Shanghai Composite index rose by 0.47%, while the blue-chip CSI 300 Index also edged higher, climbing 0.18%.
(2025-12-25). Tata Trusts Turmoil: Power Struggle and Governance Challenges Unveiled. devdiscourse.com Recently, the Tata Trusts, a cornerstone of one of India's leading conglomerates, faced significant internal turmoil. This crisis unfolded less than a year after the passing of Ratan Tata, affecting the group's leadership and governance structure.
(2025-12-25). Grand bridge ready for traffic operation in Guizhou. ecns.cn It adopts an asymmetrical mid-span steel pipe arch bridge design, with a main span of 176 meters and a bridge deck width of 40.8 meters.
(2025-12-25). Inside The Prophet's Mosque Library. ummid.com The Prophet's Mosque Library stands as one of Saudi Arabia's most prestigious scholarly monuments, reflecting centuries of Islamic and Arabic linguistic history.
(2025-12-25). UK Police Arrest Greta Thunberg Over Palestine Action Support. popularresistance.org Climate activist Greta Thunberg was arrested in central London on 23 December during a demonstration supporting imprisoned Palestine Action members, who doctors warn are at "imminent risk of death," due to a weeks-long hunger strike. | City of London Police detained the 22-year-old under Section 13 of the Terrorism Act 2000 for displaying a placard backing the proscribed organization. | Video footage captured by Prisoners for Palestine shows Thunberg holding a sign. It read: "I support the Palestine Action prisoners. I oppose genocide."
(2025-12-25). What World was Jesus born into? A Historian describes the turbulent Times of the real Nativity. juancole.com By (The Conversation) — Every year, millions of people sing the beautiful carol Silent Night, with its line "all is calm, all is bright". | We all know the Christmas story is one in which peace and joy are proclaimed, and this permeates our festivities, family gatherings and present-giving. Countless Christmas cards depict the Holy Family — starlit, in a quaint stable, nestled comfortably in a sleepy little village.
(2025-12-25). 'We hold onto one another and keep fighting,' says wife of jailed Istanbul mayor. newarab.com 
"It's an extremely difficult time for our children and for me… but we hold onto one another," Dilek Kaya Imamoglu, 51, told AFP in her first interview with foreign media. | Her husband ⚪ t…
(2025-12-25). Recent radioactive water leak incident once again expose deficiency in Japan's nuclear facilities: Chinese FM. ecns.cn The latest radioactive water leak incident once again exposed serious deficiencies in the operation, maintenance and safety supervision of Japan's nuclear facilities, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said at a regular press conference on Wednesday.
(2025-12-25). 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.
(2025-12-25). California 175 – Kwanzaa – Freedom's Eve Historic Old Sacramento Waterfront. indybay.org Since before the California Gold Rush people of Pan African Ancestry, both free and enslaved, have made a profound contribution along today's American River Parkway. Our California Underground Railroad Network to Freedom remains a major milestone worthy of restoration.
(2025-12-25). 'Half joy, half sadness': Christmas celebrations resume in Bethlehem. aljazeera.com Christmas returns to Bethlehem with joy and sorrow amid hardships, as Palestinians unite in celebration and resilience.
(2025-12-25). China's first L3 self-driving car debuts in Chongqin. ecns.cn China's first license plate for Level-3 autonomous driving was granted recently to China Changan Auto Group, a car manufacturer based in Southwest China's Chongqing, marking a landmark development for the country's automotive sector.
(2025-12-25). Fired by Ben-Gvir, ousted Jerusalem police chief to boycott handover ceremony. haaretz.com The far-right national security minister and Police Commissioner Danny Levy moved to dismiss Amir Arzani after he refused to ease restrictions on Jewish worshippers at Temple Mount…
(2025-12-25). 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.
(2025-12-25). Understanding Western praxis: review of Killing Democracy. strategic-culture.su A recent book offers valuable lessons on Western crimes and their global impacts. | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | We are living i…
(2025-12-25). tightrope: Fighting Israel — or the deepening economic crisis. haaretz.com The Israeli attack on the Islamic Republic in June united the country's citizens around the regime. Now, as the threat of war reemerges, Iranians are more concerned about the cost of living…
(2025-12-25). 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.
(2025-12-25). Legacy of 'Ping-Pong Diplomacy' highlighted at annual celebration event in Los Angeles. independent.co.ug 
LOS ANGELES | Xinhua | Hundreds of Chinese and Americans, including lawmakers, diplomats and world champions, gathered at Los Angeles County's Pacific Palms Resort to commemorate the 54th anniversary of China-U.S. "Ping-Pong Diplomacy." Chinese Consul General in Los Angeles Guo Shaochun described "Ping-Pong Diplomacy" over five decades ago as "an iconic moment in the China-U.S. …
(2025-12-25). Thursday 1/1: 17th Annual Oscar Grant Vigil. indybay.org Fruitvale BART Station, 3401 E 12th St, Oakland…
(2025-12-25). West Bengal's Christmas: A Celebration Under Chilly Skies. devdiscourse.com Revellers and picnickers across West Bengal celebrated Christmas on Thursday, embracing the festive mood enhanced by a sudden drop in temperature. The chill in the air added to the excitement and cheerful atmosphere.
(2025-12-25). Araghchi congratulates New Year to Christian world. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 25 (MNA) — Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has congratulated the birth anniversary of Jesus Christ to the Christians across the world.
(2025-12-25). 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.
(2025-12-25). UN General Assembly: States must ensure that the protections afforded under IHL remain effective against the risks of ICT activities during armed conflict. icrc.org Statement delivered by Elyse Mosquini, Permanent Observer to the United Nations, at the High-level Meeting of the UN General Assembly on the overall review of the implementation of the outcomes of the World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS+20)…
(2025-12-25). Xi delivers instructions on work of central SOEs. ecns.cn President Xi Jinping recently delivered important instructions on the work of the state-owned enterprises (SOEs) directly administered by the central government, noting that since the 18th National Congress of the Communist Party of China (CPC), central SOEs have earnestly implemented the decisions and arrangements of the CPC Central Committee, actively served national strategies, and played a pivotal and backbone role in the development of the national economy.
(2025-12-25). Sunday 1/4: Boycott Chevron Picket. indybay.org Temescal Chevron | 5500 Telegraph Avenue | Telegraph & 55th, Oakland…
(2025-12-25). IFRC—ICRC Joint Statement: Upholding and universalizing the Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention. icrc.org Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention 22nd Meeting of States Parties, 1-5th December 2025 – Agenda Item 9.f.: Universalizing the Convention…
(2025-12-25). At this South Jersey farm, a classroom rooted in the garden helps students grow skills for life. whyy.org 
On a weekday morning at They are participating in a program that works with students across a wide range of abilities and needs, according to the far…
(2025-12-25). 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.
(2025-12-25). Tragic Ends: Mystery Surrounding Farmer's Family Death in Maharashtra. devdiscourse.com A tragic incident unfolded in Maharashtra's Nanded district as a farmer's family was discovered dead, suspected of committing mass suicide. The chilling discovery was made Thursday morning, authorities confirmed.
(2025-12-25). Former Afghan Takhar police chief killed in Tehran. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 25 (MNA) — Akramuddin Saree, a security official from the former Afghan government, lost his life in an armed attack in Tehran, and the Iranian police confirmed the assassination.
(2025-12-25). VP attends joint meetings of Nuclear Medicine Associations. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 25 (MNA) — A joint meeting of the country's nuclear medicine, radio-oncology, hematology, and oncology associations kicked off at Shohaday-e Tajrish Hospital on Thursday with the participation of Vice President Mohammad Eslami.
(2025-12-25). Christmas and Kwanzaa festivities, Disney on Ice and more in this week's 'Things To Do'. whyy.org 
The holiday weekend begins with the 73rd Annual Christmas Day Reenactment at Washington Crossing Historic Park, marking George Washington's pivotal crossing of the Delaware River during the Revolutionary War. Or if you don't celebrate Christmas but are still looking for a family-friendly way to mark the holiday, head to the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History for an all faiths event, "Being___Together at Christmas." | Kwanzaa begins on Friday, and with it, free celebrations at multiple venues, including museums, libraries and community spaces. Music lovers of all genres have plenty to choose from…
(2025-12-25). Tarique Rahman: A Homecoming to Transform Bangladesh's Political Future. devdiscourse.com Tarique Rahman, acting Chairman of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), made a historic return on Thursday after nearly 17 years in exile. His homecoming is seen as a pivotal moment for his party, which hopes to renew energy and consolidate support ahead of the February elections.
(2025-12-25). 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.
(2025-12-25). Conflict with Thailand brings surge of unity amongst Cambodians. aljazeera.com Cambodian children write letters to soldiers, while donation sites fill for those displaced by fighting near the border.
(2025-12-25). Egypt vs South Africa: AFCON 2025 — Salah, team news, start and lineups. aljazeera.com Record winners Egypt, led by Liverpool's Mohamed Salah, face South Africa in the first titanic battle of the tournament.
(2025-12-25). 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.
(2025-12-25). UN General Assembly: Principled humanitarian action is under increasing pressure. icrc.org Delivered by Elyse Mosquini, Permanent Observer to the United Nations, at the 60th plenary meeting on strengthening of the coordination of humanitarian and disaster relief assistance of the United Nations, including special economic assistance.
(2025-12-25). Trump takes Christmas Eve shot at 'radical left scum'. newarab.com 
US From his Mar-a-Lago estate in Florida, the Republican spent the day before Christmas spreading some yuletide cheer. He participated in NORAD Santa tracker calls and sent Christmas greetings to American troops worldwide. | Trump did not share that same bonhomie with rival Democrats. | "Merry Christmas to all, including the Radical Left Scum that is d…
(2025-12-25). Destroying countrysides to save Earth from a climate non-crisis. wattsupwiththat.com Climate-obsessed national governments often act to control local voices and choices in pursuit of "decarbonization" even without being bound by international treaties. However, nations frequently trample on both state and local needs and concerns by signing onto Kyoto and Paris climate agreements that impose "tyranny by treaty" and thereby let unelected, unaccountable international politicians and bureaucrats rule in contravention of national laws and even constitutions.
(2025-12-25). China/United States, Latin America and the Caribbean: The people have the floor. unitedworldint.com Main points of the recently published third Document on China's Policy towards Latin America and the Caribbean By Sergio Rodríguez Gelfenstein ≠As if by the whims of life and unplanned adjustments of history, at the very moment that Trump was threatening Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) and Marco Rubio was making clear his conviction …
(2025-12-25). Nicholas Mulder: Interludes of Abundance. newleftreview.org Nicholas Mulder on Arnaud Orain, Le monde confisqué. Reading of the current neo-mercantilist lurch as a return to the norm of long-run capitalist history.
(2025-12-25). Australian state passes tougher gun laws. ecns.cn Australia's most populous state passed sweeping new gun and anti-terror rules on Wednesday following the mass shooting at Sydney's Bondi Beach, tightening firearm ownership, banning public display of terror symbols and strengthening police power to curb protests.
(2025-12-25). Exploring vivid sports competition throughout 2025. ecns.cn Photo taken on Nov. 9, 2025 shows the opening ceremony of the 15th National Games held at the Guangdong Olympic Sports Center.
(2025-12-25). Owen Hatherley: Architecture of the Future? newleftreview.org The built legacy of the Soviet Bloc is undergoing a dramatic reappraisal, from crumbling concrete brutalism to Instagrammable socmod chic. Hatherley's critical survey of a growing body of work in this area—examining modernist constructions from Vilnius to Tashkent—asks the question the new studies largely avoid: what, if anything, makes this architecture socialist?
(2025-12-25). The Long Odds of a Junta-Managed Election in War-Torn Myanmar. moderndiplomacy.eu Last week, Myanmar's junta chief Min Aung Hlaing urged voters to select candidates who would work with the military during the upcoming general election, which takes place nearly five years after the military coup. His comments signal the junta's efforts to maintain control in a country facing significant armed resistance. Analysts indicate that trying to …
(2025-12-25). 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.
(2025-12-25). Congress honoring Ayt Milani opens with Leader's message. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 25 (MNA) — A congress marking the 50th anniversary of the passing of Ayatollah Seyyed Mohammad Hadi Milani opened on Thursday in Mashhad with a message from Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei.
(2025-12-25). Private firms turn key to innovation, jobs. ecns.cn China's private enterprises cemented their position as the country's main engine of innovation, jobs and green transition in 2024, accounting for more than 90 percent of high-tech firms and emerging as the largest contributor to high-tech trade for the first time.
(2025-12-25). Democracy Now! 2025-12-25 Thursday. democracynow.org Democracy Now! Thursday, December 25, 2025 | Democracy Now! Thursday, December 25, 2025…
(2025-12-25). Iran's progress in scientific field 'enemies' major concern'. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 25 (MNA) — Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) Mohammad Eslami says the country's progress in the scientific field is the major concern of enemies, emphasizing that Iran will go ahead its scientific progress with power.
(2025-12-25). How does the US national security strategy impact Vietnam? moderndiplomacy.eu When the US announced its new National Security Strategy (NSS 2025), Vietnam was not mentioned by name as a separate entity but only indirectly through broader concepts such as "Indo-Pacific," "ASEAN," or "middle-level partners." However, this absence does not mean that Vietnam is outside the scope of the document's impact. On the contrary, the NSS …
(2025-12-25). Two killed in Israeli drone attack in eastern Lebanon. aljazeera.com Strike comes hours after a previous Israeli attack the night before, in ongoing near-daily ceasefire violations.
(2025-12-25). Project weaves global map of silk's grand history. ecns.cn If silk could talk, it would probably complain about jet lag. After all, Chinese silk has spent the last two millennia circling the globe — wrapped around emperors, merchants, monks and museum storage shelves from Stockholm to New York.
(2025-12-25). Indian-Origin Doctor Joins Texas Nutrition Advisory Committee. devdiscourse.com Indian-origin physician Padmaja Patel has been appointed to the Texas Nutrition Advisory Committee by Governor Greg Abbott, according to an official press statement. The announcement highlights Patel's extensive experience in lifestyle medicine and community health initiatives.
(2025-12-25). China sets world record in superconducting electric maglev propulsion. ecns.cn China has set a world record in superconducting electric magnetic levitation propulsion after researchers accelerated a ton-scale test vehicle to 700 km/h (435 mph) in two seconds during a recent experiment.
(2025-12-25). 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.
(2025-12-25). Telangana: Applications open for Overseas Scholarships for Minorities. ummid.com The Department of Minorities Welfare in Telangana has invited application from the eligible candidates for Chief Minister's Overseas Scholarship Scheme for students from the minority communities.
(2025-12-25). Saturday 12/20: ICE out of Home Depot – Oakland Protest. indybay.org 1001 Fruitvale Ave, Oakland…
(2025-12-25). Guizhou's sour soup makes taste buds zing. ecns.cn For many hotpot lovers, the iconic Chinese dish stirs up thoughts of a deep numbing spiciness. But for many in Southwest China's Guizhou province, hotpot is all about mouth-twisting sourness.
(2025-12-25). From Apocalypse to "Oops" The Emily Litella Climate Moment has Arrived. wattsupwiththat.com "Never mind" — the moment when an overheated argument quietly dissolves under the weight of reality.
(2025-12-25). WHYY Newscast for Wednesday 7:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2025-12-25). Eleven suspects arrested over deadly South African tavern shooting. aljazeera.com Police said the suspects arrested were found with unlicensed firearms, including four handguns and an AK-47 rifle.
(2025-12-25). Saudi Arabia demands Yemeni separatists leave seized governorates. aljazeera.com Riyadh calls seizure of oil-rich provinces 'unjustified escalation' as fragile anti-Houthi alliance shows cracks.
(2025-12-25). Can you 'live long and prosper' by learning economics from Star Trek? Or is that 'highly illogical'? |
(2025-12-25). Management of the Dead in Emergencies: Training of Trainer Course Held in Luzhou, Sichuan. icrc.org
(2025-12-25). Tackling stigma, the silent aftermath faced by survivors of sexual violence in conflict-affected communities. icrc.org
(2025-12-25). A Comparison of Official Government Reports Suggests the Fully Vaccinated Are Developing Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome. globalresearch.ca
(2025-12-25). Results of the ICRC Writing Competition VI: Upholding Humanity. icrc.org
(2025-12-25). Democratic Republic of the Congo: Violence in South Kivu forces thousands of families to flee. icrc.org
(2025-12-25). Yes, Jesus Would Have Been Branded a Domestic Extremist Today. globalresearch.ca
(2025-12-25). Huge online scam operations are flourishing in war-torn Myanmar — I travelled there to find out why. |
(2025-12-25). How displacement reshapes refugees' gut health. |
(2025-12-25). Senior Workshop on International Rules Governing Military Operations (SWIRMO) in Riyadh: Humanitarian Law as part of the Military Doctrine. icrc.org
(2025-12-25). Tattoos, toxins and the immune system — what you need to know before you get inked. |
(2025-12-25). Celia Paul and Stephanie Radok have devoted their lives to making art — and writing about it. |
(2025-12-25). Treasure the emotional connections to the clothes you have and style could be a whole lot more sustainable. |
(2025-12-25). Russia-Ukraine Armed Conflict: What happens in winter when the power goes out. icrc.org
(2025-12-25). The Taliban may not like Peaky Blinders, but its Afghan fans are part of a long history of cultural engagement with the world. |
(2025-12-25). Egypt: Cairo hosts the 13th Regional Meeting for Arab National Committees on International Humanitarian Law. icrc.org
(2025-12-25). Appointments panel to examine tapped Mossad handling of teen in influence operation. haaretz.com
(2025-12-25). Whether it's a 'productivity puzzle' or the 'British disease', the UK economy has been underperforming for decades. |
(2025-12-25). From New York to Beijing: Calls to galvanize political commitment to international humanitarian law. icrc.org
(2025-12-25). Frequently Asked Questions: International humanitarian law and the use of drones in armed conflict. icrc.org
(2025-12-25). It's hard to describe what it feels like to become a mum, but it has a name: matrescence. |
(2025-12-25). How a Boy Called Christmas Converted Me to the Politics of Greed. globalresearch.ca
(2025-12-25). Looted African belongings must be returned: is it repatriation or restitution? The words we use matter. |
(2025-12-25). What's on your summer reading list? We asked 6 dedicated readers. |
(2025-12-25). When AI recreates the female voice, it also rewrites who gets heard. |
(2025-12-25). Four of family found dead in Maharashtra's Nanded district in suspected mass suicide: Police. devdiscourse.com
(2025-12-25). What's the difference between Christmas cake and Christmas pudding? One has more sugar and fat. |
(2025-12-25). The evolution of digital nomadism: from hi-tech hacker spaces to crypto coworking. |
(2025-12-25). The Christmas Baby Born in a Police State: Then and Now. globalresearch.ca
(2025-12-25). Cross-border research work bearing fruit. ecns.cn
(2025-12-25). Two-way electric vehicle charging at scale could stop renewable energy being wasted — here's how it works. |
(2025-12-25). What if we taxed what people spend, not what they earn? |
(2025-12-25). Photos: Global stories of 2025 in pictures. aljazeera.com
(2025-12-25). Port of Oakland Rally & Speak Out to Support the Arms Blockade to Stop Genocide. indybay.org
(2025-12-25). How Hannah Arendt can help us understand this new age of far-right populism. |
(2025-12-25). Operational update: Assisting communities in winter in the Russia-Ukraine International Armed Conflict. icrc.org
(2025-12-25). Expert workshop on the missing under Islamic law. icrc.org
(2025-12-25). How young adult literature and philosophy can help provide better role models for masculinity. |
(2025-12-25). The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Jordan and the ICRC convene a high-level regional conference to advance global commitment to international humanitarian law. icrc.org
(2025-12-25). Putting Humanity First: Symposium Explores Responsible Use of Technology in Humanitarian Action. icrc.org
(2025-12-25). Humanitarian Outlook 2026: A world succumbing to war. icrc.org
(2025-12-25). ICRC voices: Dispatch from Darfur. icrc.org
(2025-12-25). Frequently asked questions about the ICRC's work in Jordan. icrc.org
(2025-12-25). YouTube & Google delete accounts of British journalist. aljazeera.com
(2025-12-25). Do marathons damage your heart? Decade-long study finally settles the debate. |
(2025-12-25). Why do we blush? Turning red may have surprising social benefits. |
(2025-12-25). Top climate books to look out for in 2026 — recommended by experts. |
(2025-12-25). How poetry can sustain us through illness, bereavement and change. |
(2025-12-25). Monday 1/5: Webinar: Cultural Production and the Palestine Movement. indybay.org
(2025-12-25). Democratic Republic of the Congo: Deadly clashes in South Kivu worsen humanitarian situation. icrc.org
(2025-12-25). Cambodia-Thailand: ICRC calls for restraint and protection of civilians amid latest border clashes. icrc.org
(2025-12-25). How testosterone went from prostate cancer villain to potential ally. |
(2025-12-25). Strategy for countering U.S. infiltration in Brazilian intelligence. strategic-culture.su
(2025-12-25). South Sudan: ICRC-supported hospitals deliver critical care as conflict-related casualties reach highest level in eight years. icrc.org
(2025-12-25). Africa's rarest carnivore: the story of the first Ethiopian wolf ever captured, nursed and returned to the wild. |
(2025-12-25). What was the 'Christmas Star'? Astronomy might hold the answer. |
(2025-12-25). Afghanistan: A visual journey through Afghanistan's humanitarian challenges and ICRC's humanitarian response. icrc.org
(2025-12-25). Encuentros y desencuentros con Santa Claus. cubadebate.cu Ahora, en La Habana, en diciembre, se ha multiplicado hasta el delirio este símbolo de "modernidad" yanqui en las fachadas de restaurantes y de todos los negocios imaginables, en monigotes, inflables, en formatos muy diversos. Se supone que el gordo risueño y rojiblanco atraiga público, consumidores, dinero.
(2025-12-25). Industriales y Artemisa con boleto a la postemporada. cubadebate.cu Con autoridad y potencia ofensiva, los Leñadores aseguraron hoy el primer lugar de la fase regular de la 64 Serie Nacional y su clasificación directa a la venidera Liga Élite del Béisbol Cubano. La jornada dejó además la clasificación a la postemporada de Industriales y Artemisa.
(2025-12-25). Cristina Fernández continuará hospitalizada. cubadebate.cu Luego de cuatro días de una cirugía apendicular con peritonitis localizada, la expresidenta argentina Cristina Fernández presentó hoy un cuadro de íleo postoperatorio, común en estas operaciones de abdomen, y deberá continuar hospitalizada.
(2025-12-25). Il Medio Oriente, l'egemonia e la paura degli USA. strategic-culture.su L'idea che il Medio Oriente non rappresenti più una regione strategica centrale, riducibile a un conflitto limitato tra Israele e Palestina, sembra eccessivamente ottimistica. | Segue nostro Nuove ottiche | Le popolazioni del Medio Oriente osservano con attenzione se Washington sia davvero intenzionata a ridurre il proprio coinvolgimento nella regione o se, come avvenuto con le quattro amministrazioni precedenti, anche il governo del pre…
(2025-12-25). La educación cubana en el 2025: logros y desafíos. radiohc.cu El 2025 fue otro año crucial para la educación en Cuba. Los logros alcanzados en este sector estratégico muestran la voluntad del país de perfeccionar y avanzar a pesar de los desafíos. | La cobertura docente y la matrícula fueron garantizadas en todos los niveles educativos desde la primaria hasta la universidad, con especial atención a las zonas rurales y comunidades vulnerables. Una expresión del carácter gratuito, inclusivo, universal y equitativo de la enseñanza en la nación caribeña. | El anhelo de una formación integral se continuó consolidando a través del Tercer Perfeccionamiento del Sistema Educativo. E…
(2025-12-25). Cristina Fernández continuará hospitalizada. cubadebate.cu Luego de cuatro días de una cirugía apendicular con peritonitis localizada, la expresidenta argentina Cristina Fernández presentó hoy un cuadro de íleo postoperatorio, común en estas operaciones de abdomen, y deberá continuar hospitalizada.
(2025-12-25). La educación cubana en el 2025: logros y desafíos. radiohc.cu El 2025 fue otro año crucial para la educación en Cuba. Los logros alcanzados en este sector estratégico muestran la voluntad del país de perfeccionar y avanzar a pesar de los desafíos. | La cobertura docente y la matrícula fueron garantizadas en todos los niveles educativos desde la primaria hasta la universidad, con especial atención a las zonas rurales y comunidades vulnerables. Una expresión del carácter gratuito, inclusivo, universal y equitativo de la enseñanza en la nación caribeña. | El anhelo de una formación integral se continuó consolidando a través del Tercer Perfeccionamiento del Sistema Educativo. E…
(2025-12-25). Resumen Solidaridad Cuba 2025. radiohc.cu 
La poderosa fuerza de la solidaridad con Cuba es la mejor señal de la existencia de seres humanos entrañables, llenos de amor infinito por las causas justas. Sensibilizar sobre las necesidades médicas en Cuba y promover la colaboración internacional frente al terrible bloqueo estadounidense, son los objetivos esenciales de la campaña, Con la mano en el corazón Marcapasos para Cuba impulsada por la ONG Medicuba-Europa. En septiembre de 2025 se contabilizaron más de 700 marcapasos donados a instituciones médicas de Cuba. | Pilar Zumel, presidenta de la Asociación Yemayá en España organizó en mayo de 2025 un concier…
(2025-12-25). Modelos matemáticos predicen control de la epidemia para inicio de año. cubadebate.cu Los modelos predicen un control total de la epidemia a principios de año en Cuba, afirmó este miércoles el prestigioso matemático Raúl Guinovart Díaz, director de Ciencia y Técnica de la Universidad de La Habana. Se observa, afirmó el especialista, que la incidencia en las diferentes regiones del país ha disminuido, aunque aún las provincias de La Tunas, Holguín y el municipio especial de la Isla de la Juventud tienen una tendencia al incremento en los reportes.
(2025-12-25). Trump pasa de ser un activo a un pasivo para Israel. strategic-culture.su Quizás Israel se esté dando cuenta ahora de que "las realidades en la región" han cambiado. | àönete a nosotros en , y . | Escríbenos: | La destacada comenta…
(2025-12-25). Resumen año 2025, Guantánamo. radiohc.cu Guantánamo, la provincia más oriental de Cuba, ubicada a 960 kilómetros de la ciudad de la Habana, destaca por sus riquezas y singularidades culturales, históricas y naturales. | Entre el mar, las montañas y ríos, tierra de café, cacao y coco, cuna de importantes personalidades y expresiones músico danzarías, es un territorio donde convergen los rasgos identitarios de los grupos emigrantes españoles, chinos, franceses y caribeños, entre otros que conforman la identidad guantanamera. | Desde esta provincia, distinguida por un devenir económico y social, ofrecemos una panorámica informativa del año 2025. | Este ter…
(2025-12-25). Resumen año 2025, Guantánamo. radiohc.cu Guantánamo, la provincia más oriental de Cuba, ubicada a 960 kilómetros de la ciudad de la Habana, destaca por sus riquezas y singularidades culturales, históricas y naturales. | Entre el mar, las montañas y ríos, tierra de café, cacao y coco, cuna de importantes personalidades y expresiones músico danzarías, es un territorio donde convergen los rasgos identitarios de los grupos emigrantes españoles, chinos, franceses y caribeños, entre otros que conforman la identidad guantanamera. | Desde esta provincia, distinguida por un devenir económico y social, ofrecemos una panorámica informativa del año 2025. | Este ter…
(2025-12-25). Modelos matemáticos predicen control de la epidemia para inicio de año. cubadebate.cu Los modelos predicen un control total de la epidemia a principios de año en Cuba, afirmó este miércoles el prestigioso matemático Raúl Guinovart Díaz, director de Ciencia y Técnica de la Universidad de La Habana. Se observa, afirmó el especialista, que la incidencia en las diferentes regiones del país ha disminuido, aunque aún las provincias de La Tunas, Holguín y el municipio especial de la Isla de la Juventud tienen una tendencia al incremento en los reportes.
(2025-12-25). Gli ultimi 100 giorni: analogia tra Germania al termine del primo conflitto mondiale e Ucraina oggi, per comprendere il presente. strategic-culture.su L'Ucraina puà≤ davvero ancora vincere la guerra contro la Russia o si tratta solo di una bella favola dei media occidentali che anticipa l'inevitabile sconfitta? | Segue nostro Una delle maggiori mistificazioni della narrazione del conflitto russo-ucraino degli ultimi 4 anni (tra le innumerevoli) che si ricorderà è quella che riguarda l'interpretazione basilare della tattica utilizzata, dei movimenti del fronte come vengono riportati…
(2025-12-25). No One Needs a Tesla (song). indybay.org 45 sec video for holiday season | Palo Alto, CA Tesla Showroom El Camino Real Dec 20, 2025…
(2025-12-25). Dense Fog Causes Collision on Uttar Pradesh Highway. devdiscourse.com A severe accident in dense fog conditions early Thursday in Uttar Pradesh's Hardoi district left at least nine individuals, including the bus driver and conductor, injured. The incident occurred when a state transport bus, en route to Delhi, collided with a truck on the Katra-Bilhaur highway.
(2025-12-24). Israeli violence casts shadow over Christmas in Haifa, West Bank. newarab.com 
Christmas celebrations across Palestine and inside Israel were marked by violence, repression and the enduring trauma of Israel's war on Gaza, as Palestinian Christian communities attempted to observe the holiday under siege, surveillance and occupation. | In the northern city of Haifa, scenes of celebration in the Palestinian Christian neighbourhood of Wadi al-Nisnas turned chaotic after Israeli police stormed the area, arresting and beating residents, according to footage and eyewitness accounts shared online. | Families preparing for Christmas were met instead with force and arrests, in an incident that reflec…
(2025-12-24). Democracy Now! 2025-12-24 Wednesday. democracynow.org Headlines for December 24, 2025; "Heartbreaking": Journalist Vicky Ward on New Epstein Files & Survivors' Fight for Accountability; "Never Stop": Freed After 9 Months in ICE Jail, Immigrant Activist Jeanette Vizguerra Keeps Fighting; Free Leqaa Kordia: Palestinian Woman Who Joined Columbia U. Protest Has Been Detained Since March | Headlines for December 24, 2025; "Heartbreaking": Journalist Vicky Ward on New Epstein Files & Survivors' Fight for Accountability; "Never Stop": Freed After 9 Months in ICE Jail, Immigrant Activist Jeanette Vizguerra Keeps Figh…
(2025-12-24). More than a million Epstein-related documents discovered; release delayed. aljazeera.com Justice Department says it needs weeks to process newly found Epstein-related files under transparency and court rules.
(2025-12-24). Aleppo and the Turkish-American confrontation began. thealtworld.com How did Trump deceive his close ally, Erdogan? | Perhaps the armed skirmishes that occurred in Aleppo over the last two days, resulting in four deaths and nearly twenty injuries, have come to an end, and life has begun to slowly and cautiously return to the city's neighbourhoods. However, this is only a temporary truce because the true fight is not between the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) and the New Syrian Army but between the two principal partners in overturning the Syrian regime, notably the United States and Turkey. | It is notable that these clashes, which were initiated by the Kurdish forces "SDF" accord…
(2025-12-24). "The Strange and Beautiful Sorrows of Ava Lavender" at Iranian bookstores. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN- "The Strange and Beautiful Sorrows of Ava Lavender" by Canadian writer Leslye Walton has been published in Persian.
(2025-12-24). Europe's new pro-Trump bloc could break the EU as NSS draft suggested. infobrics.org EU descends into autocracy and may become a dictatorship.
(2025-12-24). Esteghlal defeat Muharraq 3-0 in AFC Champions League Two. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 24 (MNA) — Iran's Esteghlal beat Al-Muharraq of Bahrain in the Matchday 6 of the AFC Champions League Two on Wednesday.
(2025-12-24). 'Judging Freedom' edition of 24 December: The Totalitarian EU. gilbertdoctorow.com 'Judging Freedom' edition of 24 December: The Totalitarian EU In today's conversation with Judge Andrew Napolitano, we discuss the terrible sanctions recently imposed by the European Council on retired Swiss military intelligence expert Jacques Baud for what is said to be his pro-Russian disinformation (an outrageous defamation) and the precedents for such extrajudicial violations of …
(2025-12-24). JD Vance slams racist trolls after Usha targeted; 'Anyone who attacks my wife can eat s**t…'. hindustantimes.com U.S. Vice President JD Vance forcefully defends his wife Usha Vance after racial slurs and online attacks by far-right figures, condemning ethnic hatred and exposing deep fractures within America's conservative movement. Watch to know more!
(2025-12-24). Lukashenko calls on youth to focus on concrete deeds. eng.belta.by You have a lot of concrete tasks ahead, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko said as he addressed young Belarusians gathered for the New Year's Eve Ball at the Palace of Independence on 24 December.
(2025-12-24). Endrick: a luxury signing for Olympique Lyonnais. radiohc.cu Havana, December 24 (RHC) — French football club Olympique Lyonnais announced an agreement with Real Madrid for the loan of promising Brazilian striker Endrick. | We are very proud to announce the arrival of the player, the club emphasized in a statement, specifying that Real Madrid will pay a maximum of ‚Ǩ 1 million for the loan. | Endrick, 19, will be with Les Gones until the end of the 2025-2026 season. | Lyon aspires to return to the UEFA Champions League, which requires it to finish in the top four of Ligue 1. | The club, founded 75 years ago, is currently fifth in the French league an…
(2025-12-24). Belarus' Hi-Tech Park, Communications Academy sign interaction agreement. eng.belta.by The signed agreement is not a formality but a working plan. It stipulates concrete formats for sharing the best practices in the course of supporting student initiatives taking into account the unique profile of the Communications Academy.
(2025-12-24). Tehran sends sympathy message after fatal plane crash kills Libyan army chief. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Iran has extended its condolences to Libya following the death of the country's army chief in a fatal plane crash near Ankara.
(2025-12-24). Iran questions US definition of 'diplomacy' after envoy's ironic remarks at UNSC. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — About ten hours after a UNSC session on Iran's nuclear program concluded on Tuesday, as morning broke in Tehran, Iranian officials began to publicly react to remarks put forth by the U.S. during the meeting. Their reactions signaled that no one in Tehran trusts American pronouncements about diplomacy anymore.
(2025-12-24). HMM_12-24-2025 WKP A Christmas Carol. mediasanctuary.org Today's episode of Hudson Mohawk Magazine is a holiday special created by Will Kempe's Players and an updated recording of "A Christmas Carol." | Will Kempe's Players is a regional theater cooperative from Troy, NY that produces a wide range of theatrical performance utilizing the methods used by William Shakespeare and his contemporaries. Their aim is to create quality experiences by promoting an inclusive creative environment and making Shakespeare's works engaging and accessible to modern audiences while retaining historical authenticity. WillKempesPlayers.com…
(2025-12-24). Esteghlal into AFC Champions League Two 2025/26 Round of 16. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN – Esteghlal made their way into the Round of 16 with a comprehensive 3-0 win over Al Muharraq in their final AFC Champions League Two 2025/26 Group A tie on Wednesday.
(2025-12-24). Europe Stands With Greenland As Trump Threat Returns. portside.org Europe Stands With Greenland As Trump Threat Returns |
(2025-12-24). Sharp price increases make basic foodstuffs unaffordable for millions in Canada. wsws.org Nutritious food is quickly becoming a luxury item in Canada, one of the world's most advanced and wealthiest capitalist countries.
(2025-12-24). Pentagon Fails 8th Consecutive Audit. consortiumnews.com With this predictable result, the Pentagon remains the only U.S. federal agency yet to pass an independent, department-wide audit, as required by law, Jake Johnson reports. By Jake Johnson Common Dreams CN at 30 Two days after the U.S. Senate…
(2025-12-24). Denmark summons American ambassador, after Trump appoints special envoy to "make Greenland a part of the US" wsws.org US President Donald Trump's appointment Sunday of a special envoy for Greenland underlines American imperialism's abandonment of all restraints in pursuit of its interests and the deepening rift between Washington and its erstwhile European allies.
(2025-12-24). Australian teenagers oppose police repression, social media ban after beach clash. wsws.org What happened at Mordialloc beach last week was not a pre-planned "youth riot" as the media and government claim, but a confused chain of events sparked by a heavily-armed police operation.
(2025-12-24). WHYY Newscast for Tuesday 7:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2025-12-24). 2026: A Year of Reckoning. portside.org 2026: A Year of Reckoning |
(2025-12-24). Torsten Letser's "The Little Prince of Denmark" on stage at Arasbaran Cultural Center. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Arasbaran Cultural Center in Tehran is hosting the play "The Little Prince of Denmark" written by Swedish playwright Torsten Letser and translated into Persian by Nasser Hosseini-Mehr.
(2025-12-24). Belarus KGB says it dismantled foreign spy ring that wiretapped pilots. eng.belta.by This activity involved installing technical devices to intercept communications between pilots of both civil and military aviation, as well as conducting surveillance around sensitive facilities.
(2025-12-24). Albanese must call a royal commission into Bondi terror and antisemitism. onlineopinion.com.au Antisemitism is a national issue. So our federal government needs to step up to the challenge, as this is too big a topic to be left to a NSW inquiry.
(2025-12-24). KGB head: Plans of Belarus' opponents have not changed. eng.belta.by "They include a geopolitical reconfiguration of the region and, as a related objective, the overthrow of constitutional order in Belarus," he emphasized.
(2025-12-24). Belarusian-built school inaugurated in Suzdal. eng.belta.by The opening ceremony was attended by Belarusian Ambassador to Russia Aleksandr Rogozhnik. He noted that Belarusians have already built more than one school in Russian regions.
(2025-12-24). UNSC session shows West failed in snapback gamble. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Western states dragged Iran and members of the UN Security Council to a session on Tuesday to push for the implementation of pre-JCPOA UN sanctions against Iran, which the E3 (Germany, UK, France) managed to be reinstated back in August, but faced substantial challenges in implementing them due to opposition from a host of countries, including Iran's most powerful allies, Russia and China.
(2025-12-24). Zelensky reveals US-backed 20-point peace plan and Ukraine land compromise deal for Putin. scmp.com Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky said the latest version of a plan to end the Russian invasion would freeze the front line, but still pave the way for Ukrainian withdrawals and the creation of demilitarised zones. | "We now have draft documents that largely reflect the joint Ukrainian-American position, in some respects the American position," Zelensky told reporters in Kyiv on Tuesday. "Some issues are still to be resolved."
(2025-12-24). South Philly's Termini Bros Bakery keeps sweet Christmas Eve tradition alive after owner's death. whyy.org 
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? A South Philadelphia tradition continued this Christmas Eve, as Termini Brothers Bakery served thousands of customers just months after the death of their owner and leader. | When Vince Termini died in October, his sons Vincent Jr. and Joseph picked up the mantle of running the longtime cannoli provider. Joseph Termini said it's important that this year be just like every other. | "Christmas is so special because there is such a connection between us and our customers, and j…
(2025-12-24). New Climate Guilt Trip: Don't Enjoy Food During the Holidays. wattsupwiththat.com "Real Science" by somebody without a clue.
(2025-12-24). Tunisia court sentences 18 over killing of Hamas-linked engineer. newarab.com 
A Tunisian court has sentenced in absentia the suspects in the killing of an engineer who Hamas said worked for the Palestinian militant group, handing down jail terms ranging from 10 years to life, a lawyer for the victim's family told AFP on Wednesday. | Mohamed Zouari died aged 49 in a hail of gunfire while driving in the coastal city of Sfax in 2016. | Hamas had said he was a prominent member specialising in drone development, and swiftly accused Israel of carrying out the killing. | The sentencing of the perpetrators ⚪ who included Tunisian, Egyptian, Moroccan and Bosnian nationals ⚪ was announced by the T…
(2025-12-24). "Get the knowledge that you need, at SocialismAI.com" wsws.org Ty, an educator who led sickouts against COVID in 2020, explains how workers can use Socialism AI to get the knowledge they need.
(2025-12-24). Nuevas normas perfeccionan la gestión de la administración tributaria en el país. radiohc.cu 
Forma parte del Programa de Gobierno para corregir distorsiones y reimpulsar la economía el perfeccionamiento de la gestión de la administración tributaria y, en ese sentido, la Gaceta Oficial No.97 publicó, este lunes, el Decreto Ley 107 y el Decreto 131 de 2025, modificativos de la Ley 113/2012 ´Del Sistema Tributario ª y el Decreto 308/2012, respectivamente. | En conferencia de prensa, Mary Blanca Ortega Barredo, jefa de la Oficina Nacional de Administración Tributaria (ONAT), explicó que, con estas modificaciones, Cuba avanza en la creación de un marco tributario más moderno, eficaz y acorde con lo…
(2025-12-24). L'allineamento ceco-slovacco segnala una crescente insoddisfazione per l'autoritarismo di Bruxelles. strategic-culture.su Il dissenso politico all'interno dell'UE è in aumento. | Segue nostro La recente