(2025-12-03). Yemen's Houthis release mariners held since July ship attack. newarab.com 
Yemen's The Houthis, who have been targeting ships since the start of Israel's war on Gaza in 2023 in solidarity with
(2025-12-03). UN chief Guterres says Israel's conduct of war in Gaza 'fundamentally wrong'. newarab.com 
There was something "fundamentally wrong" with how Israel conducted its military operation in the "I think there was something fundamentally wrong in the way this operation was conducted with total neglect in relation to the deaths of civilians a…
(2025-12-03). London Solidarity Thousands March for Gaza UK Hunger Strikers. thinktank.pk Thousands filled the streets of London on the UN International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People, demanding justice for Gaza and urgent action for UK hunger strikers held on remand. Protesters carried powerful messages — "End the genocide," "Support our hunger strikers," and "Holocaust survivor descendants against Gaza genocide." Speakers accused global powers of …
(2025-12-03). UN endorses Trump-backed Gaza plan, drawing condemnation from Palestinians. independentaustralia.net 
(2025-12-03). The Security Council's Resolution on Gaza Makes Trump Its New Overlord. ips-dc.org
(2025-12-03). Hillary Clinton wants to gaslight young people about Israel's genocide but she's too late. thecanary.co Failed presidential candidate Hillary Clinton fears the independence of younger generations. And in a vomit-worthy new interview, she has launched a desperate attack on them in defence of Israel's genocide in Gaza. Zionist neoliberal warhawk Clinton has a track record of trying to gaslight people about the genocide (and the occupation of Palestine more generally). […] | By
(2025-12-03). Gaza: Mediators push for ceasefire progress amid Israeli bombing. newarab.com 
The latest death comes after four people were killed a day earlier, including two people hit by Israeli artillery shelling in the Tuffah neighbourhood. | According to the UN's Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA), Israel has killed 347 Palestinians…
(2025-12-03). Israel Will Reopen Rafah Border Crossing — Only for Palestinians to Leave. truthout.org Israel has announced it will reopen the Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt in the next few days as part of the U.S.-brokered ceasefire. However, the border will only open in one direction: for Palestinians to exit. Israeli American human rights lawyer Sari Bashi says the move validates fears that Israel's goal is to "continue the ethnic cleansing of Gaza." This comes as a coalition… |
(2025-12-03). Netanyahu's coalition skips vote on backing Trump's Gaza plan. newarab.com 
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's The vote, proposed by opposition leader
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(2025-12-03). Gaza Reveals How Britain Is Run. popularresistance.org British history. Its political system has utterly failed to confront a genocide. | Rather, that system has allowed the British establishment to be complicit in one of the worst horrors of our time — Israel's two-year offensive against Palestinians, complete with ethnic cleansing, systematic attacks on schools and hospitals, and crimes against humanity. | Now, under a current supposed ceasefire, Israel is still killing Palestinians and their plight in Gaza remains dire, as the world sees the extent of the mass destruction visited on them. | Throughout the attacks on Palestinians in Gaza, British leaders have…
(2025-12-03). German Chancellor Merz to arrive in Israel on his first visit since taking office. haaretz.com According to a German government statement, Friedrich Merz is expected to discuss stabilizing the Gaza cease-fire with PM Netanyahu. Merz is the first leader of a major European country to visit since an arrest warrant was issued against Netanyahu a year ago by the International Criminal Court…
(2025-12-03). The mirage of peace: Gaza under fire. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — It has been more than 50 days since a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas took effect, intended to end the Gaza war. For Palestinians, however, that promise has meant nothing. The Israeli bombardment has continued unabated, and the humanitarian crisis has only deepened.
(2025-12-03). Hillary Clinton blames TikTok for Gaza She see her own complicity. haaretz.com By boiling down backlash against Israel to a social media problem, Clinton and her allies seem to have forgotten they're still in an echo chamber that they built with their own hands and words…
(2025-12-03). becomes Israeli NGOs say past two years most destructive for Palestinians since 1967. haaretz.com A joint report by 12 Israeli human rights organizations documents rising fatalities, mass displacement, settlement expansion and harsh military policies have turned 'extreme practices to become operational and policy norms' across Gaza, the West Bank and East Jerusalem…
(2025-12-03). Israel says four soldiers injured in clash with Hamas fighters. newarab.com 
The US-brokered ceasefire, which came into effect on 10 October, remains fragile, with the Gaza government media office stating that Israel has violated the truce on an almost daily basis. | The Israeli military said that during an op…
(2025-12-03). ICC Has Taken 'Confidential' Measures To Protect Court From US Sanctions. popularresistance.org International Criminal Court (ICC) officials on Monday said the court is implementing countermeasures to protect the court from US sanctions, but they will remain confidential to ensure their effectiveness. | The officials spoke in The Hague on the first day of the annual meeting of the Assembly of States Parties (ASP), which is made up of representatives from 125 countries that have ratified the ICC's founding Rome Statute. | The gathering is taking place at a time of unprecedented threats to the court, prompted mostly by its investigation into Israeli officials over alleged war crimes in Gaza and the occupied P…
(2025-12-03). Trump Commands Venezuela's Heavens Closed. counterpunch.org 
US President Trump ordered the airspace above and surrounding Venezuela "closed in its entirety" on November 29. Yet the US has as much legal and moral authority to shutter the skies over Venezuela as the Venezuelans have to close the putting greens at Mar-a-Lago. Yes, that's ridiculous — but not any more so than Washington's phony
(2025-12-03). US-Venezuela tensions: Your questions answered. aljazeera.com US-Venezuela relations have reached boiling point. Here's everything you need to know.
(2025-12-03). U.S. Peace Council Statement: Trump Orders No-fly Zone Over Venezuela. wibailoutpeople.org 
December 2, 2025 On November 29, U.S. President Trump announced that he had ordered the airspace above and surrounding Venezuela "closed in its entirety." The United States has no legal authority to close Venezuelan air traffic. This unilateral declaration, issued without U.S. Congressional or United Nations approval, constitutes a brazen escalation of military aggression and …
(2025-12-03). Venezuela: America Beats the Drums of Oil. newarab.com 
The New Arab/Al-Araby Al-Jadeed Cartoon of the Day by Palestinian-Jordanian editorial cartoonist Emad Hajjaj.
(2025-12-03). US lawmakers to force vote on war powers over Venezuela attacks. newarab.com 
A group of U.S. senators who have tried repeatedly to rein in "Unauthorized military action against Venezuela would be a colossal and costly mistake that needlessly risks the lives of our servicemembers," Democrats Tim Kaine of Virginia, Chuck Schumer of New York and Adam Schiff of California and Republican Rand Pau…
(2025-12-03). Madison, December 6, 2025: No U.S. War On Venezuela! Feed the People Not the Pentagon! wibailoutpeople.org 
Saturday, December 6, 2025, 1: 30 P.M. at the Forward Statue at State Capitol, 2 E Main Street, Madison, WI | (PSL Madison, WI BOPM… List of sponsors/endorsers in formation) | Madison October 30, 2025. / Photo:
(2025-12-03). Urgency to stop aggression against Venezuela, call highlights. plenglish.com San Salvador, Dec 3 (Prensa Latina) Faced with threats against Venezuela from the United States, such treachery must be stopped, according to a call published by the newspaper Colatino in El Salvador.
(2025-12-03). The Horse of Jenin: Lost sculpture inspires story of resilience. newarab.com 
It is also a city where, for 20 years, a towering horse sculpture, crafted from war debris by a visiting German artist and local residents during the In October 2023, Israeli forces took the horse away; to this day, the sculpture's fate is still unknown. | The sculpture was intr…
(2025-12-03). Do Miracles Prove Theology? Muslims vs. Christians. muslimskeptic.com Christian apologist Cameron Bertuzzi, host of the program Capturing Christianity, a platform that describes its mission as "revealing the intellectual side of Christianity," recently issued a challenge to Muslims: Muslim friends, I need your help. I've been digging into the Eucharistic miracle at Tixtla (and a few others with medical documentation), and I keep …
(2025-12-03). Iran changes mind about not attending 2026 FIFA World Cup draw. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Iran's football federation has reconsidered its stance on attending the 2026 FIFA World Cup draw and will send two representatives to the ceremony.
(2025-12-03). Tehran derby 106: Esteghlal and Persepolis meet at full power. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN – As Esteghlal and Persepolis gear up for Friday's Tehran derby, both giants arrive in a condition few could have predicted after their shaky starts. A month ago, optimism was scarce.
(2025-12-03). Television turns 100: From uniting nations to dividing feeds. independentaustralia.net 
(2025-12-03). Autumn landscapes of Iran's Kermanshah. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 03 (MNA) — The final days of autumn have covered Kermanshah in sweeping displays of falling leaves, giving the city a fresh and striking seasonal atmosphere.
(2025-12-03). Minionzatwork: Why Europe Wants War Trump Wants Out: Dr. Gilbert Doctorow on the EU's Fracture. gilbertdoctorow.com It is always very nice to be invited to address new audiences via new broadcasting partners. Here is the podcast created a day ago in conversation with Immanuel John, the first host in Belgium to engage with me. It is far reaching, going back in time to explain my involvement in things Russian for decades, …
(2025-12-03). Who's behind push to designate Muslim Brotherhood a terror group? responsiblestatecraft.org It all happened in a flash. Two weeks ago, Texas
(2025-12-03). Trump's push for peace in Sudan is doomed to fail. newarab.com 
It has been just over a month since the In the aftermath of that bloody episode, US President Donald Trump has publicly
(2025-12-03). AI will play defining role in governance, citizen empowerment in coming years: Meghalaya CM. devdiscourse.com Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma on Wednesday emphasised that artificial intelligence (AI) will play a defining role in governance, development and citizen empowerment in the coming years.
(2025-12-03). White House defense of Trump boat killings raises alarm over war powers, legality, and lethal authority at sea. nationofchange.org After confirming a second strike that killed survivors of a September boat bombing, the White House insists President Trump can target anyone labeled a "narco-terrorist" while legal experts and lawmakers warn the actions resemble murder, not self defense.
(2025-12-03). Court Acquits Former Post Bank Managing Director. plusnews.ug 
Former Post Bank Uganda Managing Director, Stephen Mukweli, has been cleared of all criminal charges. The charges were about his alleged payment of over two hundred and ninety-two million shillings in commission during the bank's bid for the Social Assistance Grants for Empowerment (SAGE) project. The High Court's Anti-Corruption Division, presided over by Justice Jane …
(2025-12-03). Lebanon, Israel civilian officials hold first talks in decades. newarab.com 
Lebanese and Israeli civilian representatives held their first direct talks in decades on Wednesday, as part of a The meeting took place at the
(2025-12-03). Hong Kong Fire: What We Know So Far. ummid.com At least 128 people have been killed in the deadliest fire in the recent history of Hong Kong that engulfed multiple high rise buildings Wednesday afternoon.
(2025-12-03). What France and Haiti Saw in the Declaration That America Didn't. whyy.org France and Haiti saw powerful possibilities in the Declaration's language about rights and equality, but those possibilities felt threatening inside the early United States.
(2025-12-03). ICC judge speaks out on impact of US sanctions. aljazeera.com Canadian ICC Judge Kimberly Prost has told Al Jazeera that US sanctions have had a 'crippling effect' on her life.
(2025-12-03). South Korea, Iran possess unparalleled potential to become ideal economic partners: S. Korean envoy. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN- Kim Junpyo, the South Korean ambassador to Iran, said that South Korea and Iran possess unparalleled potential to become ideal economic partners.
(2025-12-03). Slovenia Calls for Easing the Selection Process of the Next UN Chief. passblue.com 
Slovenia, a European member of the Accountability, Coherence and Transparency (ACT) informal working group at the United Nations, which supports greater transparency in the selection process of the next secretary-general, appears to be softening its calls for more openness in the procedure. Samuel Zbogar, Slovenia's permanent representative to the UN, told reporters on Dec. 1 …
(2025-12-03). Defend our Juries hail the November wave of Action as "the most widespread act of civil disobedience of our time" thecanary.co Defend our Juries have been crunching the numbers on the Lift The Ban November wave of Action. They say it will go down in history as the most widespread act of civil disobedience of our time. Here's a bit of a breakdown from them: 650+ arrests In November, we have seen more than 650 arrests […] | By
(2025-12-03). ICC T20 World Cup 2026 Schedule Released. ummid.com The International Cricket Council (ICC) Tuesday released the complete schedule, along with the match venues, of the T20 Men's World Cup 2026.
(2025-12-03). France: Macron Should Address Repression in China Visit. hrw.org Click to expand Image | French President Emmanuel Macron and China's President Xi Jinping during the official welcoming ceremony in Beijing on April 6, 2023. | © 2023 Sipa via AP Images | (Paris) — French President Emmanuel Macron should privately and publicly stress the importance of human rights in Sino-French relations during his visit to China from December 3 to 5, 2025, Human Rights Watch said today. Macron's visit is one of several top-level engagements between European and Chinese leaders amid the complex and shifting geopolitical relationships among Europe, China, and the United States.Presi…
(2025-12-03). The world moves on without Washington and the Global South is leading the way. independent.co.ug 
COMMENT | Maya Majueran | The United States' conspicuous absence from two major international gatherings — the G20 Summit in South Africa and the COP30 climate conference in Brazil — has raised pressing questions about Washington's commitment to multilateralism. Yet paradoxically, both summits achieved significant breakthroughs in global cooperation and green development, even without the …
(2025-12-03). Pentagon faults official over Signal messages on Yemen strikes. newarab.com 
A However, the report by the Pentagon's independent Inspector General did not weigh in on whether the information Hegseth…
(2025-12-03). WHYY Newscast for Wednesday 2:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest and local headlines from WHYY.
(2025-12-03). Claim: Household Bills are Causing Mental Distress but Recycling More can Help. wattsupwiththat.com If you are worried about green energy prices, apparently the solution is to recycle more.
(2025-12-03). Public Can Help Cut Cost of Water. plusnews.ug 
"Water is life," so the saying goes. Owing to its indispensability, governments have an obligation to ensure citizens have access to it at the lowest possible cost. Despite being one of the most resource-endowed countries in the world, Uganda still struggles to guarantee universal access to safe water. According to the Ministry of Water and …
(2025-12-03). I Bet I Know Where You Got Your Jackboots: Immigration Sweeps in New Orleans. counterpunch.org 
Another city is readying itself to be the recipient of an immigration force "deployment". This time, it's the Crescent City that's up to bat. The details on the New Orleans plan aren't entirely clear yet, but indications are leaking out that the forces that were in Charlotte earlier this year may be coming to Southeast Louisiana in December—snowbirds of the very worst kind.
(2025-12-03). Embracing Slow Travel: Why More Vacationers Want Rest Instead of Rush. moguldom.com Nestled in the heart of the Smoky Mountains, Gatlinburg, Tennessee, embodies the spirit of slowing down and savoring life's quiet moments. As more travelers seek meaningful escapes, the appeal of slow travel continues to grow. This movement shifts the focus from hurried itineraries to mindful exploration, allowing vacationers to reconnect with themselves and the world …
(2025-12-03). U.S. Democrats in Congress Are Out of Touch With Constituents on Israeli Genocide. worldbeyondwar.org 
Genocide denial is needed for continuing to appropriate billions of dollars in weapons to Israel, as most legislators have kept doing. #WorldBEYONDWar…
(2025-12-03). State Library Victoria under fire as leaked report exposes deep cultural decay. independentaustralia.net 
(2025-12-03). Over 1.6 million people donate blood in 8 months. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — A total of 1,621,911 Iranians donated blood in the first eight months of the current Iranian year, which started on March 21, according to an official with the Blood Transfusion Organization.
(2025-12-03). Bangladesh's economy is not collapsing but undergoing a necessary reset. aljazeera.com Long-ignored problems are finally being fixed, pointing to recovery rather than decline.
(2025-12-03). Iran-Pakistan-Turkey freight train to resume activity soon. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 03 (MNA) — Pakistan's railways minister announced that the ECO freight train linking Islamabad, Tehran, and Istanbul will resume operations on December 31, emphasizing the country's interest in expanding regional connectivity with Iran.
(2025-12-03). Patrick Lawrence: Pardon Me? consortiumnews.com The festival of pardons that now features prominently in America's political life offers a measure of how the republic, in its late-imperial phase, is crumbing. By Patrick Lawrence ScheerPost Wandering among the media over the Thanksgiving weekend…. I read that President…
(2025-12-03). "Tax the Rich" : The Successor to Net Zero? wattsupwiththat.com The fact that Roger Hallam wants to use coercive government to impose his 'solutions' on others is a bulls-eye refutation that he is more of a megalomaniac than a clear-eyed scholar. His fringe views should be rejected and his proclivity for violence condemned…
(2025-12-03). Fox Valley Labor Council 37th Annual Food Toy Drive at the Neenah, WI Labor Temple December 5 6, 2025. wibailoutpeople.org 
Fox Valley Area Labor Council Greetings! REMINDER: It's FVALC's annual Food and Toy Drive — THIS FRIDAY & SATURDAY! Our 37th annual drive will take place this Friday, December 5th, and Saturday, December 6th. Please share this information with your employers as joint collaboration on community projects between union members and their employers is an …
(2025-12-03). Israeli culture minister threatens Tel Aviv cinema budget over Human Rights film festival. haaretz.com The Israeli government is targeting the Solidarity Human Rights Film Festival, scheduled to open Thursday at Tel Aviv's Cinematheque. The minister alleges the festival is supported by 'anti-Israeli' organizations, naming groups including the Israeli-Palestinian Bereaved Families Forum and Breaking the Silence…
(2025-12-03). Iran exports $451m aquatics in 7 months: IFO head. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 03 (MNA) — Head of Iran Fisheries Organization (IFO) Hamzeh Rostampour has said that $451 million worth of aquatics was exported from the country in the first seven months of the current Iranian calendar year (started March 21, 2025).
(2025-12-03). Why did it take months to free a US teen from Israeli prison? aljazeera.com What it took to release a Palestinian-American teen from an Israeli prison.
(2025-12-03). New record: ICE sent 600 immigrant kids to Detention in federal shelters this year. peoplesworld.org 
It was Friday, June 6, and the rent was due. As soon as she finished an errand, Imelda Carreto planned on joining her family as they gathered scrap metal to earn a little extra cash. Her fiancé, Julio Matias, and 15-year-old nephew, Carlos, had set out early, hitching a trailer to the back of their …
(2025-12-03). GIVING THANKS FOR OUR BLESSINGS MEANS SAYING 'NO THANKS' TO POLICE STATE TYRANNY. trendsjournal.com We find ourselves approaching that time of year when, as George Washington and Abraham Lincoln proclaimed, we're supposed to give thanks as a nation and as individuals for our safety and our freedoms.
(2025-12-03). Trump calls Minnesota's Somali community 'garbage' in tirade. newarab.com 
US President Trump's heated remarks come as a scandal unfolds in the state of Minnesota, where prosecutors say more than $1 billion went to non-existent social services, largely through false billing by In Somalia "they have no anything, they just run around killing each other,"
(2025-12-02). HKSAR gov't's support fund for Wang Fuk Court reaches 300 mln U.S. dollars. ecns.cn The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) government announced that as of Tuesday noon, public donations to the "Support Fund for Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po" had reached HK$2 billion (about $260 million). Together with the HK$300 million in seed funding provided by the government, the fund now totals approximately HK$2.3 billion.
(2025-12-03). UNGA adopts 2 resolutions on Palestine, Golan Heights. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 03 (MNA) — The UN General Assembly on Tuesday adopted two resolutions calling for an end to Israel's occupation of Palestinian territories and Syria's occupied Golan Heights.
(2025-12-03). Shin Bet urges mayors to help prevent recruitment of young Israelis for Iranian espionage. haaretz.com Haaretz has learned that, in recent months, Shin Bet agents have met with several municipal leaders in central Israel. One mayor said Shin Bet agents met school principals 'to create quality awareness campaigns for youth'…
(2025-12-03). MAGA fearful after narrow GOP win in red Tennessee district. peoplesworld.org 
NASHVILLE, Tenn.—The coattails of Donald Trump in rural America and redistricting four years ago that split the Democratic city of Nashville into thirds gave Republican congressional nominee Matt Van Epps a 54%-45% win over progressive State Rep. Aftyn Behn, D-Nashville, in a special election in Tennessee's vacant 7th Congressional District. Behn, whose platform included sharp …
(2025-12-03). RRB CEN 07/2025 NTPC (UG): Last Date of Application Extended. ummid.com RRB NTPC CEN 07/2025: The Ministry of Railways has extended the last date of application for Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC) Undergraduate (UG) posts as advertised by the of Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) vide Centralised Employment Notice (CEN) No. 07/2025.
(2025-12-03). Iran achieves remarkable growth in trade with D-8 members in 5 years. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN- The head of Iran's Trade Promotion Organization (TPO) emphasized that Iran's trade relations with D-8 member states have grown by over 150 percent in the past five years, reaching $22 billion. However, while this figure indicates significant trade potential among the group's members, it still falls short of the desired level.
(2025-12-03). Kicking the corpse: pardon request caps the slow death of law in Israel. haaretz.com The Israeli government's respect for the rule of law is nonexistent, but it is still Benjamin Netanyahu who makes the greatest mockery of it. The prime minister's request to end his trial is only the most outlandish part of his government's efforts to undermine Israel's institutions, legal norms and democracy…
(2025-12-03). Trump admin takes aim at New Orleans in latest US immigration crackdown. aljazeera.com Latest surge of federal agents comes as Donald Trump says National Guard will soon be deployed to Louisiana city.
(2025-12-03). Book on Italian expeditionary of the yacht Granma presented in Rome (+Photos). plenglish.com 
Rome, Dec 3 (Prensa Latina) During an event at the Cuban Embassy in Italy, the biography of the partisan Gino Done, the only European expeditionary of the yacht Granma, a heroic event in the revolutionary struggle in the Caribbean country, was presented.
(2025-12-03). BJP leader criticises Dharali rescue efforts, says 147 bodies still under debris after 4 months. devdiscourse.com BJP leader Col Ajay Kothiyal (retd) has criticised the rescue efforts in the Dharali cloudburst tragedy, alleging that the bodies of 147 people buried under the debris have not been recovered even after four months of the natural calamity.
(2025-12-03). Malaysia next to ban social media for users under 16. ummid.com Malaysia is the latest country to impose ban social media for the users less than 16 years of age.
(2025-12-03). Belarus approves export credit agreement with Laos. eng.belta.by The resolution approves the general agreement between the governments of the Republic of Belarus and the Lao People's Democratic Republic on the provision of export credits, signed in Vientiane on 25 September 2025.
(2025-12-03). Guinness World Records suspends Israeli submissions citing. haaretz.com The policy, apparently in place for over two years, came to light after an Israeli charity was denied a record attempt. Guinness is open to reconsidering applications in partnership with a UN aid agency and said the policy is subject to monthly reviews…
(2025-12-03). HPBOSE 10th, 12th 2026 Board Exam Time Table Released. ummid.com The Himachal Pradesh Board of Secondary Education (HPBOSE) has released the time table (date sheet) of Class 10 and Class 12 2026 board exams on its official website hpbose.org.
(2025-12-03). Perseverance Rover latest discovery indicates Mars is electrically active. ummid.com NASA Perseverance Rover's has detected 'mini-lightning' on Mars, indicating that the Red Planet is electrically active.
(2025-12-03). Indian man charged with criminally negligent homicide after Oregon crash killed two. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: Nearly three years after illegally crossing the US border near Lukeville, Arizona, 32-year-old Rajinder Kumar is now facing homicide charges in Oregon over a crash that resulted in the deaths of two young Americans. | The case has brought renewed attention to incidents involving Indian nationals who entered the US without documentation. Kumar has been charged with criminally negligent homicide and reckless endangerment after the semi-truck he was driving crashed into a car on November 24. The victims, 25-year-old William Micah Carter and 24-year-old Jennifer Lynn Lower, died at the scene. Oregon S…
(2025-12-03). Iran, Russia, China ink joint letter to UN chief. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 03 (MNA) — In a joint letter to the UN Security Council president and the UN secretary-general, the ambassadors of Iran, Russia, and China stressed that all provisions of Resolution 2231 have expired as of October 18, 2025.
(2025-12-03). Can the CHIPS Act Truly Cut America's Reliance on Taiwan's Semiconductor Industry? moderndiplomacy.eu In 2022, US President Joe Biden officially signed the CHIPS and Science Act, a form of protectionism for the domestic manufacturing industry and a reduction in dependence on the Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company, commonly known as TSMC (Hart et al., 2022). However, the question is, is it possible for the US to truly disengage from …
(2025-12-03). President Murmu hails achievements of Divyang community, calls for equal participation, dignity. devdiscourse.com President Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday praised the achievements of persons with disabilities and urged society to ensure their full and equal participation.
(2025-12-03). EPA Employees Challenge Firings for Signing Dissent Letter. commondreams.org Today, six former U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) employees filed First Amendment legal challenges to their recent firings for signing a letter of dissent. The six employees were among approximately 160 EPA employees who publicly signed a June 30th open letter to Administrator Lee Zeldin and members of Congress protesting the politization of science at EPA and warning that EPA's actions under this administration were endangering public health and the environment.The EPA employees filed their claims before the U.S. Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB), a federal agency that resolves appeals from ter…
(2025-12-03). Trump's racist rant about Somali people rejected by Americans. thecanary.co City leaders from Minnesota's 'Twin Cities' of Minneapolis and St. Paul have stood firmly with their Somali communities after Donald Trump's disgraceful racist rant against Somali people. Yesterday, Trump described Somalis living in the US, including Somali-American Congresswoman Ilhan Omar, as "garbage" and ranted that they should be sent 'home', adding that Somalia "stinks" and […] | By
(2025-12-03). Manitowoc, WI: Know Your Rights Training December 6, 2025. wibailoutpeople.org 
KNOW YOUR RIGHTS training /meeting on Saturday Dec. 6, 2025 from 1-3 pm, at the Parkview Playhouse, 932 S 12th Street., Manitowoc, WI ICE has declared that they are now going to move into places of worship as they need to get more aggressive to meet their quotas of cruelty. Join us as Deisy Espana …
(2025-12-02). Colombia Seizes Promising Opportunity. ecns.cn When Colombia announced that it would debut as the guest country of honor at the 8th China International Import Expo (CIIE), Colombian Ambassador to China, Sergio Cabrera, was reminded of his teenage years in China.
(2025-12-03). Thames Water profits rise to £400m as bills rise by a third. thecanary.co Thames Water have secured a profit of £414m in just six months, following a 31% increase in customer bills in April. Despite this, the company claimed there was uncertainty on its "status as a going concern". It added that it might have to be temporarily nationalised in the "very near term" if it is unable […] | By
(2025-12-03). Labour MPs fall for 'Led by Donkeys' China sting. thecanary.co Twenty of Keir Starmer's MPs have been secretly recorded during online meetings with a Chinese firm. They believed the firm wanted to invest in the UK but in reality, this turned out to be a sting operation by campaign group, Led by Donkeys (LBD). Labour MPs court fictitious Chinese investor The business meetings with the […] | By
(2025-12-03). Israel Bar Association suspends Arab Israeli lawyer over social media posts on Oct. 7. haaretz.com Citing the need for 'clear and deterrent punishment,' the court has prevented Maha Igbaria from practicing law for the coming year. She argues that the ruling is politically motivated and plans to appeal…
(2025-12-03). Department of War Disputes Second Attack on Boat Strike Survivors Was a "Double-Tap" theintercept.com "Quibbling over the semantics of 'double-tap' doesn't change the reality that the strike was a summary execution of men clinging to the remains of a boat."
(2025-12-03). Trump halts immigration applications from 19 banned nations. newarab.com 
The The changes were outlined in a policy memo posted on Tuesday on the website of US Citizenship and Immigration Services, the agency tasked with processing and appro…
(2025-12-02). Hong Kong to set 'high bar' for stablecoin licensing: regulator. ecns.cn Hong Kong will continue to develop its stablecoin licensing regime in an orderly and prudent manner, the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) has said, in the process setting "a high bar for licensing" given the novelty and potential risks of the cryptocurrency.
(2025-12-03). Verstappen, Norris, Piastri: F1 set for three-way title fight in Abu Dhabi. aljazeera.com Max Verstappen can win a fifth straight world title but will need to overcome McLaren's Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri.
(2003-12-25). Lindblad follows Verstappen's path. tribune.com.pk 
Red Bull fast-tracked Max Verstappen into Formula One as a 17-year-old in 2015 and in Arvid Lindblad, confirmed as a Racing Bulls driver on Tuesday, they believe they have another special teenage talent. | The Briton, who also has a Swedish passport and is of Indian heritage on his mother's side, turned 18 on August 8 and will be one of the youngest Formula One drivers of all time when he debuts in Australia next March 8. | Only four-times world champion Verstappen, Canadian Lance Stroll and Italian Kimi Antonelli were younger when they started out. | Formula One's governing body changed the rules after Versta…
(2025-12-03). SFDA Chief calls for unified global Halal mark. ummid.com Dr. Hisham Aljadhey, Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA) CEO, highlighted the urgent need for a unified global Halal mark.
(2025-12-03). Israel carried out more than 2,140 attacks in the West Bank in November. plenglish.com Ramallah, Dec 3 (Prensa Latina) Israeli security forces and settlers carried out 2,144 attacks against Palestinian property and the population in the occupied West Bank in November, an official source reported today.
(2025-12-03). Rural, nomadic tourism development planned in Mahdishahr. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN ⚪ The development of rural and nomadic tourism is one of the important goals of Mahdishahr county in Semnan province, said Governor of Mahdishahr Ali Khodadad.
(2025-12-02). China urges WTO members to fulfill transparency obligations. ecns.cn China on Tuesday called on World Trade Organization members to actively fulfill their transparency obligations regarding trade measures, stressing that improved disclosure is essential to maintaining the stability of the multilateral trading system.
(2025-12-03). OTP-based authentication for Tatkal bookings in 13 CR trains from Dec 6 to curb misuse. devdiscourse.com An OTP-based authentication system for ticket bookings under the Tatkal quota in select trains operated by the Central Railway (CR) will be introduced from December 6 to ensure only genuine passengers avail this reservation facility, officials said on Wednesday. The new system will apply to Tatkal tickets booked through computerised Passenger Reservation System (PRS) counters, authorised agents and the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) website or mobile app, the CR said in a release.
(2025-12-03). GRAPHENE MAKES TOUGH PLASTIC LIGHTER, STRONGER. trendsjournal.com Polypropylene is one of the most common molded plastics. It's widespread in the auto industry, where it's stamped into a variety of shapes for car parts.
(2025-12-03). X's Location Disclosure Undermines User Safety. hrw.org Click to expand Image | X rolled out a new feature called "About your account" as seen displayed on iPhone, November 23, 2025. | © 2025 Andre M Chang/ZUMA Press Wire/Shutterstock | Since November 21, social media company X has been rolling out a new feature called "About this account," which displays information about users that was previously not publicly disclosed. This includes the country where an account was created, is based, the date it joined X, and username changes.The company says the feature is intended to verify authenticity and improve transparency, but it raises serious concerns about user p…
(2025-12-03). Kremlin aide: No breakthrough in Russia-US Ukraine peace negotiations. tehrantimes.com Five hours of talks between Russian President Vladimir Putin and top United States negotiators did not yield a breakthrough on a possible Ukraine peace deal, a Kremlin aide said early Wednesday, CNN reported.
(2025-12-03). Reform allegedly consider merger with Tories, which is handy given they're the ____ing same. thecanary.co Reform UK's Nigel Farage has reportedly told donors that he expects a merger or deal with the Conservatives before the next general election. However, Farage has strenuously denied the rumour — at least publicly. The Financial Times broke the story, stating that Farage would only make a deal on his terms. Apparently the Reform leader's feelings are […] | By
(2025-12-03). DRC—Rwanda leaders head to Washington for final peace deal with Trump. peoplesdispatch.org The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Rwanda are expected to sign a peace deal in Washington on 4 December 2025, in a deal brokered by President Donald Trump.
(2025-12-03). Fixing healthcare failures in U.S. and in Lewiston, Maine. peoplesworld.org 
Efforts to reform U.S. healthcare fall short. Preventable deaths are excessive, access to care is often impossible, costs are high, and profiteering thrives. Individual solutions replace common purpose. Hope lies with an activated working class fighting for equitable, accessible, humane, and effective healthcare. Maine people are now collecting signatures for a petition on the 2026 …
(2025-12-03). Iran to attend World Cup draw in apparent U-turn. newarab.com 
"Amir Ghalenoei, head coach of Iran's national team, will participate in the World Cup draw ceremony as the technical representative of the national football team with one or two other people," the Iranian Football Federation spokesperson told sta…
(2025-12-03). Trump Administration Proposes Gutting Mile-Per-Gallon Auto Rule. commondreams.org President Trump's Department of Transportation today formally proposed gutting CAFE mile-per-gallon standards, which save billions of gallons of gas and save consumers billions at the pump. The agency signaled its intent to finalize the actions by year's end.Trump's action is illegal because the CAFE law requires that the standards be set at the "maximum feasible" level, yet the new weak rule ignores not just the feasibility of clean technology but the existence of millions of efficient cars on the road."In one stroke Trump is worsening three of our nation's most vexing problems: the thirst for oil, high gas p…
(2025-12-03). Grossi says IAEA inspected unattacked nuclear sites of Iran. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 03 (MNA) — IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi said inspectors have visited all Iranian nuclear facilities that were not struck in June's attacks, while access to Natanz, Isfahan, and Fordow remains suspended due to security concerns.
(2025-12-03). Who are the friends of the world scientific socialist movement? uwidata.com 
UWI author, historian and political scientist Associate Professor Mehmet Perinàßek took part in an 11-day "Workshop for Cadres of Theoretical Research of World Communist Parties, 2025," held across several cities in China. He attended as a representative of Türkiye's Vatan Party upon the invitation of the Communist Party of China (CPC). The event brought together …
(2025-12-03). Trumpian Nonsense on Employing Native-Born Workers. counterpunch.org 
There are so many absurdities coming out of the Trump administration on the economy that it's hard to keep up. But one recurring theme with a solid basis in a misunderstanding of statistics is the claim that employment of native-born workers is exploding under Trump, after plummeting under Biden. We even got an official tweet
(2025-12-02). CIIE Stories | CIIE: An Opportunity for Canada and Canadian Companies. ecns.cn "Before attending the China International Import Expo (CIIE), I received some excellent advice: wear comfortable walking shoes instead of high heels, as the venue is enormous. I'm very grateful for that tip," said Jennie Chen, Consul General of Canada in Shanghai, with a smile. "The scale of the CIIE and the incredible energy it brings are astonishing. Innovation, openness, diversity, and genuine energy make it a landmark event of the year."
(2025-12-03). US, Russia find 'no compromise' on territory after Ukraine talks. newarab.com 
High-stakes The meeting…
(2025-12-03). Yemen's Houthis release 9 mariners held since July ship attack. aljazeera.com The Philippines says it expected nine Filipino mariners held by the Houthis since July attack to be released in Yemen.
(2025-12-02). From Studying in Xiamen to Settling in Yiwu: See The Real China Through the Lens of "Foreign Influencer" Ali. ecns.cn Ali, a young Turkish man who once studied in China, chose to return to China even after working in his home country for five years. Today, he is both a content creator and an dedicated "foreign entrepreneur" in international-trade. From documenting the shared prosperity practices of a village chief in a Yiwu brown sugar factory, to meeting those female shop owners in the International Trade City who speak multiple foreign languages, and witnessing the "Yiwu-Xinjiang-Europe" freight trains (Madrid-Yiwu Train) speeding along, he wants to tell authentic stories of China through his camera.
(2025-12-03). Closing ceremony of Intl. Film Festival in Shiraz. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 03 (MNA) — The closing ceremony of the 2025 edition of the Fajr International Film Festival was held in Shiraz on Tuesday.
(2025-12-03). Chhattisgarh CGBSE 10th, 12th 2026 Board Exam Time Table released. ummid.com The Chhattisgarh Board of Secondary Education (CGBSE) has released the time table (date sheet) of Class 10 and Class 12 2026 board exams on its official website cgbse.nic.in.
(2025-12-02). FM calls for curbing provocative acts of Japan's far-right forces. ecns.cn In particular, the two sides agreed to firmly uphold the outcomes of WWII victory and resolutely oppose any retrogressive acts attempting to whitewash colonial aggression, he noted.
(2025-12-03). Global AI Boom Triggers New Memory-Chip Supply Chain Crisis. moderndiplomacy.eu A worldwide shortage of memory chips is intensifying as artificial intelligence expansion collides with constrained semiconductor production. From Japan to China to Silicon Valley, both AI giants and consumer-electronics makers are scrambling to secure dwindling supplies of DRAM, flash memory, and high-bandwidth memory (HBM). Prices have doubled across several product segments since February, according to …
(2025-12-03). US Halts Immigration Processing for 19 Countries After Guard Attack. moderndiplomacy.eu The Trump administration on Tuesday suspended all immigration applications including green cards and U.S. citizenship processing for immigrants from 19 non-European countries. The affected nations overlap with the group already under partial or full travel restrictions since June. The decision cites national security concerns following last week's shooting of two U.S. National Guard members in …
(2025-12-03). Indonesian villages flattened by catastrophic floods. aljazeera.com Aerial footage shows villages in North Sumatra buried in mud after catastrophic floods and landslides…
(2025-12-03). On Beauty Queens, the Press Corps, and the Collapse of Journalistic Courage. counterpunch.org 
"If you are neutral in situations of injustice, you have chosen the side of the oppressor. If an elephant has its foot on the tail of a mouse, and you say that you are neutral, the mouse will not appreciate your neutrality." — Desmond Tutu In November, the director of the Miss Universe Thailand publicly called
(2025-12-03). Belarus launches competition for SME investment projects. eng.belta.by The Belarusian Fund for Financial Support of Entrepreneurs has announced a competition for investment and business projects from small and medium-sized enterprises.
(2025-12-03). Western Cuba faces blackout as government seeks to update energy grid. aljazeera.com Electrical failures due to ageing infrastructure, hurricanes and a struggling economy have prompted widespread protests.
(2025-12-03). Banks are driving "the biggest fossil fuel buildout of our lifetime" thecanary.co The world is facing an unprecedented fossil fuel boom based on Liquid Natural Gas (LNG) development. According to a new mapping project launched on 2 December, 279 new LNG projects are in the planning stage around the world. Banks pushing fossil fuel Backed by global banks, this is driving gas expansion and will add billions […] | By
(2025-12-03). 13-year-old executes family's murderer in Taliban-ruled Afghanistan before a crowd of 80,000. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: A disturbing video of a public execution, reportedly from Khost in eastern Afghanistan, has surfaced on social media. The footage shows a man who was convicted of killing 13 members of a family — including nine children — being executed in a stadium on Tuesday. The execution was carried out in front of nearly 80,000 spectators and was performed by a 13-year-old boy whose own family members were among the victims. | Taliban officials identified the executed man as Mangal. He had been sentenced by Afghanistan's Supreme Court, and the punishment was authorized by the Taliban's supreme lea…
(2025-12-03). Isfahan's Vank Cathedral draws 500,000 visitors annually, Armenian council member says. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN – About 500,000 people visit Vank Cathedral in the Armenian district of [New] Jolfa in Isfahan each year, a member of the Armenian Caliphate Council of Isfahan said on Wednesday.
(2025-12-03). Cuba celebrates Latin American Medicine Day. plenglish.com àëHavana, Dec 3 (Prensa Latina) — Health professionals and workers celebrate Latin American Medicine Day, which commemorates the birth in 1883 of the Cuban scientist Carlos Juan Finlay, discoverer of the yellow fever transmitting agent.
(2025-12-03). 'A beacon for Wilmington': Former prisoners, politicians urge state to reconsider plan to shutter Plummer work-release center. whyy.org 
What are journalists missing from the state of Delaware? What would you most like WHYY News to cover? When Tony Dunn was freed from a Delaware prison in the late 1990s, he didn't go straight home. | Instead, he transitioned at the Plummer Community Corrections Center, a work-release and skills training facility near where he lived in Wilmington. | For Dunn, that placement made all the difference in his return to society. | "There were a lot of basic skills that I didn't know that I didn't have," Dunn said. "And the staff there — the counselors, the guards and some of t…
(2025-12-03). Hegseth Says He Wasn't in the Room When Adm. Bradley Ordered Second Strike on Alleged Drug Boat. news.antiwar.com Secretary of War Pete Hegseth told reporters on Tuesday that he wasn't in the room when the order was given to launch a second strike that killed survivors on an alleged drug boat on September 2, as the Trump administration has shifted the responsibility for the order to Adm. Frank M. Bradley, the commander of …
(2025-12-03). How Tubas became a strategic West Bank battleground for Israel. newarab.com 
Israeli military forces re-entered Tubas governorate in the northern occupied West Bank on Monday, less than 24 hours after concluding The renewed incursion, which included
(2025-12-03). Solidarity on Trial in Greece. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Protesters hold signs outside a Greek court in Mytilene, January 13, 2023, in support of 24 activists who were prosecuted for helping rescue migrants and asylum seekers in the Mediterranean Sea. | © 2023 MANOLIS LAGOUTARIS/AFP via Getty Images…
(2025-12-02). U.S.' 'Safe and Beautiful Task Force' sees its own guardsmen targeted by gunfire. ecns.cn Two U.S. National Guard members were shot near the White House last week, leading to the arrest of a 29-year-old suspect. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security described the suspect as "a criminal alien from Afghanistan" who was among thousands of evacuees brought to the U.S. under Operation Allies Welcome following the U.S. military's withdrawal from Afghanistan in 2021.
(2025-12-03). NEW WARNING THAT GENE-EDITED FOODS ARE NO SAFER THAN GMOs (WHAT WE'VE FORECAST FOR YEARS). trendsjournal.com Is genetically altering a food crop just mimicking what happens naturally over time in nature, and similar to selecting for features, as has long been done in agriculture and animal breeding?>
(2025-12-03). Black Friday boycott pickets hit Target stores nationwide. peoplesworld.org 
In many cities this Black Friday weekend, long lines didn't form outside retail giants such as Target. Instead, it was pickets, rallies, and holiday caroling organized as part of the "We Ain't Buying It" campaign that were to be found outside Target stores in places such as Atlanta, Washington, and New York. This holiday season, …
(2025-12-03). Export from West Azarbaijan province up 57% in 8 months on year. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN The value of export from West Azarbaijan province, located in northwestern Iran, increased by 57 percent during the first eight months of the current Iranian calendar year (March 21-November 21), as compared to the same period of time in the past year, an official with the province's customs department announced.
(2025-12-03). Russia-Türkiye gas negotiations. uwidata.com Türkiye's natural gas import contracts with Russia are set to expire at the end of 2025, and negotiations have accelerated as the deadline approaches. According to Turkish media reports, alongside both governments, Russia's Gazprom and Türkiye's state pipeline operator BOTA≈û are still at the negotiating table. As talks between Türkiye and Russia continue, two closely …
(2025-12-03). RF Kuang drops out of UAE lit fest amid BDS Sudan boycott call. newarab.com 
(2025-12-03). Amid funding threats, Philly's Mazzoni Center marks World AIDS Day by recommitting to the fight. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Doctors and public health experts in Philadelphia and from around the country are calling on local communities and the federal government to continue support for HIV prevention and treatment programs at a time when funding for such initiatives is under debate. | The Mazzoni Center, an LGBTQ-focused health care organization based in South Philly, marked the 38th World AIDS Day this week with a virtual panel event of experts focused on improving access to care, including Dr. A…
(2025-12-03). Iraq preparing $14.5 million renovation of ancient city of Ur. newarab.com 
The The Ministry of Culture's General Authority for Antiquities and Heritage has estimated the cost of the work at 19 billion
(2025-12-03). Reach A Hand Uganda marks World AIDS Day with campaign targeting young people. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Reach A Hand Uganda commemorated World AIDS Day 2025 through an awareness campaign dubbed "i Know Kati" loosely translated as "I Know Now". The campaign focussed on sensitizing young people, particularly ghetto youth, on the importance of testing to increase voluntary testing amidst debunking myths around HIV transmission and ARVs. The …
(2025-12-03). NewsX World: US-Ukraine Relations: Trump comments on Ukraine weapons assistance plan. gilbertdoctorow.com This morning's interview with NewsX World dealt with the obstruction that the European nations are creating in the hope of stopping the peace Trump initiative.
(2025-12-03). What if…. we abolished billionaires? aljazeera.com Experts tell Al Jazeera what would happen if the world decided to downgrade its richest residents.
(2025-12-03). Sarah Everard inquiry makes disgraceful suggestion that MORE cops are needed. thecanary.co The Angiolini Inquiry, commissioned in the wake of the murder of Sarah Everard, yesterday released its second report. It highlighted massive and continuing failures within the police force regarding violence against women and girls (VAWG). This included the fact that a quarter of forces lack even basic policies on sexual offences among their officers. Inquiry […] | By
(2025-12-03). Iran's Zandi takes gold at 2025 World U21 Taekwondo Championships. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Iran's Abolfazl Zandi won a gold medal at the 2025 World U21 Taekwondo Championships on Wednesday.
(2025-12-03). White House denies Trump nodded off during cabinet meeting. aljazeera.com The White House is denying accusations President Donald Trump was struggling to stay awake during a cabinet meeting.
(2025-12-03). Bihar 12th Date Sheet 2026 | Practical from Jan 10, Theory from Feb 2. ummid.com BSEB Bihar 12th 2026 Exam: The Bihar School Board of Education (BSEB) has released on its official website the detailed time table and date sheet of the 12th (Intermediate or Higher Secondary) board exams 2026.
(2025-12-03). Madison, December 11, 2025: State Workers Rally Release the Wage Raises! wibailoutpeople.org 
Event: www.facebook.com/share/17Thdtghik/ Join the AFSCME Wisconsin State Employees Union (WSEU) — Local 1, the Wisconsin Professional Employees Council (AFT Local 4848), State Worker Power, and our public sector allies as we rally to demand the Joint Committee on Employment Relations (JCOER) pass the stalled 2025-2027 Compensation Plan!JCOER met briefly regarding the General Wage Adjustment in …
(2025-12-03). Netanyahu says to visit New York despite Mamdani arrest threat. newarab.com 
Israeli Prime Minister "Yes, I'll come to New York," Netanyahu said in a virtual interview with the New York Times' Dealbook forum. | Asked if he would seek to speak to Mamdani, Netanyahu replied, "If he changes his min…
(2025-12-03). Kharanaq historical fortress restored. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — A restoration work on the historic Kharanaq fortress in Ardakan county, central Iran, has been completed, provincial authorities said on Tuesday.
(2025-12-03). Rebeca Grynspan Eyes UN Leadership, Calls for Equality and Reform. moderndiplomacy.eu Rebeca Grynspan, Costa Rica's former vice president and current secretary-general of the UN Conference on Trade and Development, is a frontrunner to become the next United Nations secretary-general. The selection process formally began last week, as member states were invited to nominate candidates to succeed Antonio Guterres of Portugal from January 1, 2027. Publicly declared …
(2025-12-03). Experts, industry practitioners call for boosting Africa's cross-border payments. independent.co.ug 
JOHANNESBURG, S. Africa | Xinhua | With cross-border payments still facing obstacles in sub-Saharan Africa, experts and industry practitioners have voiced hope that the attention the issue received at the G20 summit in South Africa will translate into practical reforms. "We need simplified and harmonized regulations that keep up with technology. That would make transactions …
(2025-12-03). Netanyahu sends envoy to Lebanon for talks on bilateral ties under U.S. pressure. haaretz.com According to Netanyahu's office, the move marks the first attempt to establish a foundation for economic relations and cooperation between Israel and Lebanon, which do not have diplomatic ties…
(2025-12-03). Have we reached peak fossil fuels? Wind solar met all new energy demand in Q1-Q3 '25. nationofchange.org That statistic requires us to conclude that there was no growth in fossil fuels globally during that period. Ember anticipates that Q4 will show the same result.
(2025-12-03). Hegseth distances himself from deadly boat strike. peoplesworld.org 
Secretary of War Pete Hegseth said Tuesday, Dec. 2, that he "did not personally see survivors" before a deadly second strike on what he claimed, with no proof whatsoever, was a boat carrying drugs in the Caribbean on Sept. 2. "I had to go to another meeting and had no time to continue watching," he …
(2025-12-03). BOEING: Africa's passenger air traffic to grow 6% annually through 2044. independent.co.ug 
SAN FRANCISCO | Xinhua | Africa's passenger air traffic is expected to grow an average of 6 percent annually through 2044, driven by a young population, an expanding middle class, rapid urbanization and continued investment in airports and connectivity, U.S. aircraft manufacturer Boeing said Tuesday. According to Boeing's 2025 Commercial Market Outlook (CMO) for Africa, …
(2025-12-03). Israel stands to benefit from EU weapons funding. electronicintifada.net Firm set up by Elbit veteran gets $3 million grant.
(2025-12-03). Dy CM Shivakumar asks employers to grant leave to Kerala workers for local body polls. devdiscourse.com Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar on Wednesday appealed to employers across Karnataka to grant paid leave to workers from Kerala so that they can return home to vote in the upcoming local body election in that state.
(2025-12-03). INSURANCE COMPANIES SAY "NO THANKS" TO AI RISK COVERAGE. trendsjournal.com AIG, Great American, and WR Berkely are among the major insurers asking regulators to allow them to refuse to insure against risks that might arise from the use of AI agents and chatbots.
(2025-12-03). Witkoff-Zelensky meeting cancelled: report. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 03 (MNA) — US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff and President Donald Trump's son-in-law, Jared Kushner, canceled a planned meeting with Ukrainian leader Vladimir Zelensky in Europe and have flown back home, according to media reports.
(2025-12-03). Bessent to push residency requirement for regional US Fed bank presidents. aljazeera.com The move is another effort by the Trump administration to have more control over the US Federal Reserve.
(2025-12-03). Far-right Israeli MK calls for IDF airstrikes on Palestinians who set fire to waste in West Bank. haaretz.com Officials noted that West Bank Palestinians lack proper waste facilities; far-right ministers sided with the MK, saying, 'The simplest thing is to send an F-16 to put out the fire'…
(2025-12-03). Rahimi to carry Iran's flag at Asian Youth Para Games 2025. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Zahra Rahimi is set to carry Iran's flag at the opening ceremony of the 2025 Asian Youth Para Games.
(2025-12-03). Trump pardons Democrat Henry Cuellar, claiming Biden political attack. aljazeera.com In his latest pardon, the US president claimed Biden targeted Congressman Cuellar for his criticism of US border policy.
(2025-12-03). How to stand up to ICE: Lessons from Chicago and Charlotte. therealnews.com 
ICE, Border Patrol, and other federal agencies have turned immigrant neighborhoods in Chicago, IL, and Charlotte, NC, into open-air hunting grounds, snatching people off streets, out of parking lots, and in front of their children. But in each city, federal forces have also faced strong grassroots resistance. In this episode of The Marc Steiner Show, Marc speaks with organizers from Charlotte and Chicago, Miguel Alvelo Rivera and Andrew Willis Garcés, about the on-the-ground reality of President Trump's immigration raids and the ways communities are organizing and mobilizing against them. | Guest: | Miguel…
(2025-12-03). Israeli airstrikes on Lebanon disturb Pope Leo's peace message during his first visit to the country. peoplesdispatch.org Hezbollah calls on the pontiff to reject Israel's unjust aggression on Lebanon, and blames the "international system" for its inaction to stop Israeli violations.
(2003-12-25). Football world braces for 2026 World Cup draw with Trump presiding. tribune.com.pk 
The draw for the 2026 World Cup ⚪ the biggest edition of football's global showpiece ever held ⚪ takes place in Washington on Friday with US President Donald Trump expected to feature prominently in proceedings. | The expanded 48-team tournament ⚪ up from the 32-nation field that competed at the 2022 Qatar World Cup – will be played across the United States, Mexico and Canada from June 11 to July 19 next year. | Trump's attendance at the Kennedy Center ceremony underscores his rapport with FIFA chief Gianni Infantino, who has made several visits to the White House and even joined Trump at international summ…
(2025-12-03). Improving forest cover in refugee hosting districts. independent.co.ug 
Koboko, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda's forest cover has been on the decline in the past two decades. According to Global Forest Watch, between 2000 and 2020 Uganda lost over 23% of its tree cover in both natural and planted forests. One of the biggest drivers is the high demand for fuelwood and charcoal, which leads …
(2025-12-02). Red Maple leaves enter prime viewing period on Qixia Mountain in China's Nanjing. ecns.cn As one of China's top four maple leaf viewing destinations, Nanjing's Qixia Mountain has entered its prime season for appreciating maple trees. Visitors strolling through the area feel as if they are walking through a picturesque landscape.
(2025-12-03). Bihar 10th Date Sheet 2026 | Practical from Jan 19, Theory from Feb 17. ummid.com BSEB Bihar 10th 2026 Exam: The Bihar School Board of Education (BSEB) has released on its official website the detailed time table and date sheet of the 10th (Matric or Secondary) board exams 2026.
(2025-12-03). Islamic Republic invalidates Western notion of women. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 03 (MNA) — Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has said that the Islamic Republic of Iran has nullified the Western logic about women.
(2025-12-03). Algerian children to vacation at Zubrenok recreation center in Belarus in 2026. eng.belta.by A group of Algerian children will vacation at the National Children's Educational and Recreation Center Zubrenok in 2026, BelTA learned from the press service of the Belarusian Education Ministry.
(2025-12-03). WHYY Newscast for Wednesday 6:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2025-12-03). Amnesty urges war crimes probe into Sudan refugee camp attack. newarab.com 
Rights group The RSF, fighting Sudan's army since April 2023, "deliberately killed civilians, took hostages, pillaged and destroyed mosques, schools and health clinics" during its April attack on Zamzam, the largest refugee camp in North Darfur,…
(2025-12-03). Voice Mode: ChatGPT Gets New Update. ummid.com OpenAI Wednesday added more power to ChatGPT by integrating Voice Conversation or simply Voice Mode in the popular AI app.
(2025-12-03). Anita Sanchez The Optimistic Activist. mediasanctuary.org When she is not looking at dandelions, poison ivy, animal scat, and other natural "wonders" that come with bad reputations, author Anita Sanchez is out demonstrating for democracy. She writes about both these pursuits in a Substack titled The Optimistic Activist. Sanchez says she sees plenty right now that gives her hope and encouragement about politics and even also about the planet. Hear this rare good news as she talks with Beyond the Brink and Fighting Back podcast host Rosemary Armao — who is definitely not an optimist.
(2025-12-03). Europe's largest producer bans fur farming, pressuring UK government over imports. thecanary.co Poland is Europe's largest fur producer and the world's second largest, behind China. But on 2 December, the president signed legislation banning fur farming, with an 8-year phase-out. Karol Nawrocki, President of Poland, said: Moments ago, I signed the Animal Protection Act, which introduces a ban on fur farming in Poland. This is a decision that […] | By
(2025-12-03). Imran Khan healthy but cut off in jail, sister says. newarab.com 
(2025-12-02). 'Sensor' of Opportunities in 'Four-Leaf Clover'. ecns.cn When the lights of the "Four-Leaf Clover", the venue for the China International Import Expo (CIIE), first illuminated the KEYENCE booth, those sensors, gleaming with metallic luster, stood like a regiment of soldiers ready to explore their "battlefield", while the digital microscope lenses reflected the vibrant pulse of the Chinese market.
(2025-12-03). The Neo-Ottoman Doctrine and the Inevitable Confrontation in the Levant. moderndiplomacy.eu The harsh anarchy endemic to the Middle Eastern system has, with predictable certainty, intruded upon the core interests of the Turkish Republic. In response, Ankara has labored, over the last two decades, to delineate its preferred sphere of influence through the strategic rubric of the neo-Ottoman doctrine. Historically, until the partial collapse of the Bashar al-Assad regime's authority …
(2025-12-03). Episode Eight: Legalized Takings. theintercept.com 
Donald Scott was killed in his home by an ad hoc team of raiding cops who were looking for marijuana — but the larger prize may have been his 200-acre Malibu ranch.
(2025-12-03). Fighting intensifies in oil-rich southern Sudan. newarab.com 
Fighting intensified in southern Sudan's North Kordofan region on Tuesday as residents in The paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) has been battling Sudan's army since April 2023 ⚪ The takeover in Darfur was a…
(2025-12-03). France Wants "Strategic Autonomy" with China — But at What Cost to the EU? thinktank.pk As French President Emmanuel Macron embarks on his fourth state visit to China from December 3 to 5, 2025, the trip underscores Beijing's deepening footprint in Europe while spotlighting Paris's delicate balancing act. Invited by President Xi Jinping, Macron's itinerary includes stops in Beijing and Chengdu, blending high-level diplomacy with cultural exchanges. This visit arrives …
(2025-12-03). THE REVOLUTION STARTS ONCE YOU GAIN THE POWER TO SAY 'NO'. trendsjournal.com Mainstream media is one of the most common ways to shape the collective psyche of a nation.
(2025-12-03). Political scientist argues US needs a "dictatorship" for optimal governance. eng.belta.by In the latest episode of the V Teme [On Point] project on BelTA's YouTube channel, Russian political scientist and orientalist Karine Gevorgyan expressed the opinion that Donald Trump needs to introduce a dictatorship.
(2025-12-02). 604 killed in Indonesia flooding. ecns.cn The death toll from flooding and landslides on Indonesia's Sumatra Island has risen dramatically to 604 with 464 people still missing as of 6: 24 p.m. Monday, officials said.
(2025-12-03). HUMANOID ROBOTS WILL PATROL CHINA'S BORDER. trendsjournal.com China will deploy human-shaped robots at its border crossing with Vietnam south of Guangxi, the South China Post reported.
(2025-12-03). YOUR BRAIN'S FIVE STAGES OF LIFE. trendsjournal.com Analyzing MRI scans from more than 3,800 people ranging in age from newly born to their 90s, researchers at the University of Cambridge have found our brains go through five distinct stages as we grow and age.
(2025-12-02). Cambodia to trial visa-free policy for Chinese citizens next year. ecns.cn Cambodia will introduce a visa-free trial policy for Chinese citizens from June 15 to Oct. 15, 2026, according to an official document issued by the Cambodian government on Tuesday.
(2025-12-03). Iranian pulls out of taekwondo bout with Israeli in protest. newarab.com 
Iranian athlete Rozhan Goudarzi withdrew from a Iran does not recognise Israel and prohibits any contact between Iranian and As a result, Iranian athletes have long avoided competing against Israelis, often by withdrawing, seeking disqualification or presenting medical certificates. | "Roz…
(2025-12-02). CIIE Expands Opportunities for German Enterprises. ecns.cn At the China headquarters of the SYR, located within its park, a stream of "living water" from the China International Import Expo (CIIE) is continuously fueling the company's development. The innovative consumer experience hall in the park is a live-action exhibition space created by SYR, following the CIIE's "6+365 days" year-round exhibition and sales concept. It not only showcases the Haier whole-house water service solutions that debuted at the CIIE but also serves as a testament to the deep integration of German quality with the Chinese market.
(2025-12-03). Digging deeper into Virginia's 2025 election results—from a working-class perspective. peoplesworld.org 
The focus this week is on the special Congressional election in Tennessee, where the Republicans managed to hold onto a seat. But a month ago in Virginia, Democrats swept the 2025 statewide races, picking up 13 additional seats in the House of Delegates. While this was a needed win against the forces of MAGA, the …
(2025-12-02). CIIE Drives Zespri to New Horizons. ecns.cn What motivates a New Zealand company to cross oceans and participate in an expo in China every year, despite numerous uncertainties? For Zespri, a consistent participant in all the previous editions of China International Import Expo (CIIE), the answer is clear and resolute: China has become its indispensable main overseas market. Every March, Zespri's orchards in New Zealand harvest the freshest kiwifruit, which is promptly shipped to Chinese ports. In the fall, Zespri's global management team arrives as scheduled, demonstrating their commitment to and trust in the CIIE.
(2025-12-03). "No room for fear" : broad antifascist front confronts far-right violence in Croatia. peoplesdispatch.org 
Tens of thousands of people in four Croatian cities took to the streets on Sunday, November 30, responding to a call from the initiative "We stand united against f…
(2025-12-03). How wage inflation became the Fed's red line. nationofchange.org For decades, the Federal Reserve has acted quickly when wages rise, while other sources of inflation have often received a slower response. Amid the latest inflation surge, it may be time to reconsider.
(2025-12-03). Why is My Energy Bill Even Higher? wattsupwiththat.com It is encouraging that opposition parties have started to challenge the Net Zero orthodoxy. The Green Blob should be left in no doubt that the trolley bus has been diverted and it is coming for it. Time to get out of the way.
(2025-12-03). Merchants of Myth: new report exposes plastic recycling as costly failure. commondreams.org A new
(2025-12-03). Malawian Disability Rights Advocate Honored. hrw.org (New York) — Hilda Macheso, a Malawian disability rights advocate, is the 2025/2026 recipient of the Human Rights Watch Marca Bristo Fellowship for Courageous Leadership in Disability Rights, Human Rights Watch announced today on the International Day of Persons with Disabilities. | Click to expand Image | Hilda Macheso presenting at the 10th Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) Global Conference of Young Parliamentarians in Yerevan, Armenia, September 2024. | © Private | Macheso is an emerging advocate for the rights of young people with disabilities in Malawi. She has played a key role in strengthening na…
(2025-12-03). Naqoura talks: Trojan Horse of economic and political normalization. tehrantimes.com BEIRUT—The Lebanese government's decision to appoint former ambassador Simon Karam, a civilian with openly political positions, to lead the Lebanese delegation in the so-called Military Technical Committee meetings in Naqoura is not a procedural adjustment. Rather, it is a political landmine.
(2025-12-03). Man Arrested for Allegedly Murdering Girlfriend in Mbale. plusnews.ug 
Police in Mbale City have finally arrested 35-year-old Musitafa Kaziba alias Mudogo, for allegedly murdering his girlfriend, Shamira Nagudi, 23, a resident of Wagagai Cell, Nkoma Ward in Northern City Division. Nagudi was reportedly stabbed in the stomach on Friday night following a domestic dispute. According to authorities, Kaziba accused her of infidelity, which led to …
(2025-12-02). Winter scenery of Qinghai Lake in NW China's Qinghai. ecns.cn Located in the northeastern part of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, the Qinghai Lake is key to maintaining the ecological balance in western China.
(2025-12-03). Authorities arrest leader of violence in northern Mexico. plenglish.com Mexico City, Dec 3 (Prensa Latina) The results of the security strategy implemented by the Mexican government continue to be evident following the arrest of 11 members of a criminal cell, including Roberto "N", a major instigator of violence in Chihuahua.
(2025-12-03). Trump plans crackdown on Somali communities in Minnesota: What we know. aljazeera.com US president has fixated on the large Somali community in Minnesota in recent weeks, making disparaging remarks.
(2025-12-03). RRB CEN 06/2025 Application Underway, Last Date Nov 27. ummid.com RRB NTPC CEN-06/2025: The Ministry of Railways is receiving Online Registration and Application for over 5,800 vacancies for Non-Technical Popular Categories (NTPC) posts as advertised by the of Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) vide Centralised Employment Notice (CEN) No. 06/2025.
(2025-12-03). IRDAI's New Reforms: What They Mean for India's Health Insurance Sector? ummid.com The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) has recently rolled out significant regulatory reforms aimed at modernising India's insurance industry. In this blog, we'll explore the core reforms, their relevance to health insurance plans for family and how stakeholders should prepare.
(2025-12-03). New Report: ACLU Assesses L.A. D.A. First Year. aclusocal.org Date : | Menu parent dynamic listing : | 72 | Show PDF in viewer on page : | Style : | Standard with sidebar | Tweet Text : | [node: title]…
(2025-12-03). Guinness World Records reject submissions from Israel. thecanary.co In a new sign of the widening circle of international isolation facing Israel, Hebrew Channel 12 revealed that Guinness World Records has decided to stop accepting any Israeli applications and to freeze all dealings with Israel. The channel reported that an Israeli association working in the field of organ donation had submitted an application to […] | By
(2025-12-03). Sliding rupee not a weak rupee even as it breaches the psychological barrier of 90/dollar: Report. devdiscourse.com A sliding rupee is not a weak rupee even as it breaches the psychological barrier of 90 per US dollar, but it is expected to recover with a trade deal likely to be completed before March 2026, a report said.
(2025-12-03). Iran consul general meets with Saudi counterpart in Dubai. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 03 (MNA) — Consul General of the Islamic Republic of Iran in Dubai and the Northern Emirates, Alireza Mahmoudi, met and held talks with Consul General of Saudi Arabia Abdullah bin Mansour Al-Mutawa in Dubai on Wednesday.
(2025-12-03). Fetterman among Senate Democrats targeted for backing Trump's judicial nominees. whyy.org A progressive group is targeting two Senate Democrats and an independent senator who In a weeklong advertising campaign that b…
(2025-12-03). WHYY Newscast for Wednesday, 9:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2025-12-03). Prohibited News: Who's Afraid To Say CV-RL? covertactionmagazine.com He who was born, was born / He who wasn't born, won't be born / Get out the way of the bullet train or else you might get torn. —"He Who Was Born, Was Born" by MC G3 Will There Be "Peace, Liberty, And Justice" With Whatever Comes After Brazil? Recorded circa 2010, "I Fell …
(2025-12-03). Family of man slain in a US boat strike in the Caribbean lodges complaint. aljazeera.com Family of Colombian fisherman Alejandro Carranza say his right to life was violated in US 'narco-terrorist' strikes.
(2025-12-03). Second Druze cleric dies after detention in Suweida: reports. newarab.com 
Reports from Local outlets and activists say Maher Falhout died shortly after surrendering himself to the faction, though The New Arab could not independently verify the claim. | Al-Mutni died less than two days after his ar…
(2025-12-03). UK extends soft drink tax to sugary milk-based drinks. ummid.com In a move to protect children and improve their health, the United Kingdom has extended the soft drink tax to sugary milk-based drinks.
(2025-12-02). French President Emmanuel Macron arrives in Beijing for state visit. ecns.cn At the invitation of Chinese President Xi Jinping, French President Emmanuel Macron arrived in Beijing on Wednesday for a state visit to China through Friday.
(2025-12-03). Starbucks To Pay $35M to NYC Workers in Settlement As Ongoing Strike Draws Pols to Picket Line. portside.org Starbucks To Pay $35M to NYC Workers in Settlement As Ongoing Strike Draws Pols to Picket Line |
(2025-12-03). Front pages of Iran's English dailies on December 3. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 03 (MNA) — Here are the front pages of Iran's English language dailies on Wednesday, December 3.
(2025-12-03). Washington's Gamble on Ahmed al-Sharaa Could Push Syria Toward a New Authoritarian Era. fairobserver.com On September 22, 2025, Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa, a man once hunted by the United States and its allies, walked onto the stage of the Concordia Annual Summit in New York City. Waiting to interview him was retired US General David Petraeus, the same commander once tasked with pursuing him as the head of the…
(2025-12-03). After Canadian Police Raid Homes, Six Peace Activists Face Charges. popularresistance.org London, Ontario police carried out coordinated pre-dawn raids on November 25 against four homes across southern Ontario, targeting members of the anti-war and Palestinian-solidarity group World Beyond War (WBW). The raids bring to six the number of peace activists charged in relation to a protest of more than 100 people against the Best Defence Conference in London at the end of October, an arms-industry gathering attended by Israeli-linked weapons manufacturers and Canadian military officials. | The sweeping operation saw officers burst into homes at 6 a.m., frighten children, seize personal electronic devices a…
(2025-12-03). Fog Of Bullshit: Racist Clowns, Liars and Psycopaths. commondreams.org 
The surreal and deadly lurches on. In the last, frantic, script-flipping week, MAGA went from threatening to kill Dems who reminded troops to obey the law to scurrying to parse or ignore the news their macho, bungling Secretary of War Crimes evidently blew apart (at least) two guys in the water for no reason – an action universally deemed either murder or war crime, but def against the law. Now see Kegseth et al thrash, bluster, scapegoat the other guy. Trump doctrine: Deport, raze, blame, kill first; think (sic) later. Most notably, a flailing presidency of "malevolence tempered by incompetence" – Cue the bo…
(2025-12-03). Tehran exhibit to showcase ceremonial vehicles used in Qajar to Pahlavi eras. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN ⚪ The exhibition 'Ceremonial Vehicles of Iran; A Narrative from Qajar to Pahlavi eras' will open at Niavaran Cultural-Historical Complex's Automobile Museum of Iran (also known as the Historical Car Museum of Iran) on December 7.
(2025-12-02). Beijing, Moscow talk on Japan, vow to secure WWII outcomes. ecns.cn Shoigu said Russia and China need to strengthen strategic alignment as the international geopolitical landscape is undergoing complex changes and global security challenges are increasing.
(2003-12-25). Solar solace: G-B communities find light in darkness. tribune.com.pk 
For Shamim Ara, a resident of Aliabad, the onset of winter in Gilgit-Baltistan has long been synonymous with paralysis. As the mercury plunges below freezing between November and May, the region's power grid effectively collapses, leaving households to grapple with outages that can last up to 20 hours a day. | "Life becomes paralysed," says Shamim, describing the annual ordeal where the simple act of maintaining a home turns into a battle against the cold and the dark. Cooking meals by candlelight and worrying about keeping children warm have been the defining features of winter for generations in these high-a…
(2025-12-03). "It's time to Take Back Power" – two young people deliver ultimatum to Starmer. thecanary.co 
Two supporters of Take Back Power delivered an ultimatum letter to the Prime Minister on 2 December. It demands that the government take necessary action to address spiralling wealth inequality in the UK. Take Back Power is a new nonviolent civil resistance group demanding that the UK government establish a permanent citizens' assembly — a […] | By
(2025-12-03). Global rebuke of Israeli occupation. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — The United Nations overwhelmingly condemns the ongoing Israeli occupation of Arab lands amid opposition by the U.S. and a few of its allies.
(2025-12-03). UN Tourism chief offers full support for Iran's plan to develop intl. investment guide. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — The UN Tourism chief has praised Iran's recent institutional reforms and investment initiatives, saying the agency is ready to help prepare an international guide for tourism investment in the Islamic Republic.
(2025-12-03). Discover Why Gatlinburg Is the Ultimate Family-friendly Destination. moguldom.com From the moment you arrive in Gatlinburg, you feel the promise of a getaway that's as fun for kids as it is relaxing for grown-ups. The crisp mountain air, the friendly downtown streets, the mix of nature and attractions: it all adds up to one destination where the whole family can find something to love. …
(2025-12-03). AMU Civil Service Coaching 2026: RCA Entrance Test, Application Deadline Revised. ummid.com The Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) has rescheduled the Entrance Test conducted for the university's Residential Coaching Academy (RCA) and also extended the last date of application.
(2025-12-03). Mogherini freed from custody in corruption probe. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 03 (MNA) — Former EU Foreign Policy Chief Federica Mogherini freed from custody in College of Europe corruption probe on Wednesday.
(2025-12-03). RRB CEN 05/2025 Application Window Closes on Nov 30, Apply Now. ummid.com RRB CEN-05/2025: The Ministry of Railways is receiving Online Registration and Application for a total of 2,569 vacancies for Junior Engineer (JE), Depot Material Superintendent (DMS) and Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant (CMA) posts as advertised by the of Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) vide Centralised Employment Notice (CEN) No. 05/2025.
(2025-12-03). EU agrees deal to ban Russian gas by end of 2027. newarab.com 
"This is the dawn of a new era, the era of Europe's full energy independence from Russia," EU chief Ursula von der Leyen told reporters following the overnight deal. | Aimed at breaking a reliance the bloc has struggled to end despite the
(2025-12-03). 'Judging Freedom' edition of 3 December 2025: Are US/Russian Negotiations a Waste of Time? gilbertdoctorow.com 'Judging Freedom' edition of 3 December 2025: Are US/Russian Negotiations a Waste of Time? I gladly present this chat with Judge Napolitano because we departed from the strict and often dry terms of foreign policy analysis to other methods which Andrew Napolitano cultivated during his time on the bench but which political scientists, for reasons …
(2025-12-03). Australia's Steve Smith has eyes on the prize in the 2nd Ashes test against England. devdiscourse.com Now that he's worked out that he had them upside down, Steve Smith is more confident about wearing the black strips under his eyes while batting in the day-night Ashes cricket test at the Gabba starting Thursday.
(2025-12-03). 'Collective punishment': Family home of suspect demolished in West Bank. aljazeera.com Apartment building belonging to the family of bombing suspect Abdul Karim Sanoubar demolished by Israel on Tuesday.
(2025-12-03). India going through extremely sensitive, worrying phase: Jamiat Ulama. ummid.com The Jamiat Ulama i Hind Saturday November 29, 2025 at its National Governing Meeting expressed concerns over the current situation in India.
(2025-12-03). COMESA launches inquiry into acquisition of Cold Solutions East Africa by Inspired Evolution. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | JULIUS BUSINGE | The COMESA Competition Commission has formally opened an inquiry into the proposed acquisition of Cold Solutions East Africa Holdings Limited by Inspired Evolution Managers Limited, setting in motion a regional regulatory review of the transaction under the bloc's competition rules. In a Merger Inquiry Notice dated November 27, 2025, published today …
(2025-12-03). WHYY Newscast for Wednesday 11:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest and local headlines from WHYY.
(2025-12-03). Still struggling to overcome Silverliner issues, SEPTA will miss latest deadline. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? SEPTA has run into another obstacle that will prevent the transit agency from meeting the latest federally mandated deadline to repair its aging fleet of Silverliner railcars. | The agency is under a federal extension that mandates it to add thermal sensors to the cars by the end of this week. Andrew Busch, spokesperson for SEPTA, said Wednesday that the agency will not meet that deadline. | The reason? A shortage in a crucial component of the repair work. | SEPTA has bought…
(2025-12-03). LOP Demands Urgent Regulations on Biometric Voter Verification Kits. plusnews.ug Leader of the Opposition (LOP) Joel Ssenyonyi has demanded that the Ministry of Justice and Constitutional Affairs urgently table long-promised regulations governing the use of Biometric Voter Verification Kits (BVVKs) ahead of the January 15, 2026, general elections. Raising the matter during Tuesday's plenary sitting, chaired by Speaker Anita Among, Ssenyonyi said Minister of Justice …
(2025-12-03). The Hidden Cost of Haram Relationships: When Marriage Loses Its Sparkle. muslimskeptic.com Haram pre-marital relationships rob you of the joy of marriage. I met a random American non-Muslim lady once at a kids' event, and we struck up a conversation. She was nice, very personable and friendly, so we stood there chatting pleasantly for a little while. In the course of our conversation, I asked her, "So …
(2025-12-03). Afghan man pleads not guilty in US National Guard shooting. newarab.com 
An Afghan man accused of shooting two members of Rahmanullah Lakanwal, 29, who was injured during last month's attack, entered the plea by video feed from a hospital bed, US media reported. | Lakanwal is charged with first-degree murder for the death of Sarah Beckstrom, 20, a National Guard member from West Virginia, as well as assault with intent to kill and firearms offenses. | Andrew Wolfe, another National G…
(2025-12-03). International observation questioned in Honduran elections. plenglish.com Tegucigalpa, Dec 3 (Prensa Latina) Honduran Undersecretary of Foreign Policy Gerardo Torres criticized the passivity shown by international observers in the face of the blatant interference of US President Donald Trump in last Sunday's elections.
(2025-12-03). Bengaluru Blasters score first win, Chennai on a roll, Hyderabad return to form. devdiscourse.com Bengaluru Blasters bounced back from successive defeats with a nail-biting 4-2 Grand Rally win over Mumbai Smashers, opening their account in the Indian Pickleball League (IPBL) here on Wednesday. Meanwhile, league leaders Chennai Super Warriors stretched their winning run to three with a 5-1 victory over Capital Warriors Gurgaon and Hyderabad Royals returned to winning ways with a 5-1 win against Lucknow Leopards. With both Bengaluru and Mumbai chasing their first IPBL win, the day's opening match was exciting as Asia's top two players— Quang Duong (Mumbai) and Phuc Huynh (Bengaluru) — lit up the cen…
(2025-12-03). The FDA's Drug-Approval Problem Just Got Worse. levernews.com 
(2025-12-02). First visa-free entries recorded as Russia's visa-free policy for China takes effect. ecns.cn The first cross-border coach carrying Chinese citizens entered the exit channel at Suifenhe Highway Port in Suifenhe City, located in northeast China's Heilongjiang Province, marking the start of customs clearance after Russia's visa-free policy for Chinese nationals took effect.
(2025-12-03). Moscow to host Iran-Russia joint ICT working group. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — The fifth meeting of the Iran-Russia joint working group in the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) sector will be held in Moscow from December 6 to 7.
(2025-12-03). Tehran hosting 9th intl. fisheries industry exhibition. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN- Iran's 9th International Fisheries Industry Exhibition (IFEX 2025) is being held at the Tehran Permanent International Fairground.
(2025-12-03). Self-driving car company Waymo officially expands to Philadelphia, has started letting cars drive themselves. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? The self-driving car company Waymo says it is here to stay in Philadelphia, and has recently started tests where human drivers do not take the wheel. |
(2025-12-03). a league of its Tel Aviv leads Middle East in OnlyFans spending, 19th in world. haaretz.com The report says Tel Aviv is the Middle East's 'hyper-liberal anomaly,' spending much more than other cities in the region per capita, and even ranking higher than Chicago…
(2025-12-03). Hillsborough report finds police guilty of failure. thecanary.co The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) has published its final report on the investigation into the Hillsborough disaster. It found that police were guilty of a "fundamental failure" and a "concerted effort" to then blame fans for the tragedy. The report was an investigation into both the police-led investigation, known as Operation Resolve, into […] | By
(2025-12-03). NATO's Five Percent Gamble. counterpunch.org 
The agreement by NATO members to raise defense spending to 5 percent of GDP by 2035 has been welcomed across Western capitals as a moment of strategic clarity. After years of uneven commitments and familiar handwringing, the alliance finally appears ready to shoulder more responsibility in a world that feels less secure by the day.
(2025-12-03). Nuclear-generated electricity overshadows government-subsidized wind and solar. onlineopinion.com.au If electricity drives prosperity, nuclear drives the future. Safe, dense, reliable power outclasses subsidised wind and solar.
(2025-12-03). Ola Electric deploys 250-member taskforce to clear service backlogs, signals major after-sales overhaul. devdiscourse.com Ola Electric has initiated a major service reboot, deploying a 250-member rapid-response team across the country to address its after-sales backlogs and stabilise customer support, as per company sources.
(2025-12-03). China increases oil purchases from Iran, Western media say. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 03 (MNA) — Western media reported that China is increasing its oil imports from Iran, adding that two giant tankers carrying Iranian oil have unloaded their oil at the Chinese ports.
(2025-12-02). Georgia's 'Enchanting' Encounter with CIIE. ecns.cn As a crucial hub on the ancient Silk Road, Georgia boasts a wine making history of over 8,000 years, earning it the title of one of the world's wine cradles and a major wine-exporting country. Today, the aroma of Georgian wine is reaching broader markets through the platform of the China International Import Expo (CIIE).
(2025-12-03). Cuba begins clinical trial with Jusvinza drug in Matanzas province. plenglish.com Matanzas, Cuba, Dec. 3 (Prensa Latina) A clinical trial of the drug Jusvinza, developed by the Center for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (CIGB) for the treatment of residual polyarthritis in patients recovering from chikungunya, has begun in the Cuban province of Matanzas.
(2025-12-03). Celebrities back 'Free Marwan' campaign for Palestinian leader. newarab.com 
More than 200 celebrities, including actors Barghouti, 66, has been in jail since 2002 but is regarded as a likely major player in the creation of any Palestinian state because of his ability to unite various political factions. | The open l…
(2025-12-03). Dutch economy does not benefit from additional defense investments. strategic-culture.su Additional defense spending will not lead to economic growth in the Netherlands. Most of the money invested in the sector in the coming years will go towards new equipment that must be sourced from abroad. Thus, this spending does not remain in the Netherlands, according to a study by the Central Planning Bureau (CPB).
(2025-12-03). High Court blocks Netanyahu nominee to lead Sde Teiman abuse leak inquiry. haaretz.com Justices say former judge is not a senior civil servant as the court required. One said that his temporary appointment raises concerns that he would act as 'the minister's emissary' and increases the risk of the probe becoming politicized…
(2025-12-03). Report: Netanyahu asked Trump for further help in pardon request during recent call. haaretz.com According to a Channel 12 News report, Trump pressed Netanyahu on killing Rafah tunnel militants and told Israel to 'take it easy' in Syria, as Netanyahu struck a softer tone during a visit to an IDF enlistment center and framed his pardon plea as a bid for national 'healing' — without admitting any guilt…
(2025-12-03). Iran, Russia, China pen joint letter to UN chief. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 03 (MNA) — In a joint letter to the UN Security Council president and the UN secretary-general, the ambassadors of Iran, Russia, and China stressed that all provisions of Resolution 2231 have expired as of October 18, 2025.
(2025-12-03). Victor Davis Hanson proclaims the "end of climate change" wattsupwiththat.com "The inconsistency of the global warming narrative, the self-interest in the people who promote it, and the logic that they have not presented, empirically, the evidence that would convince us that we have to radically transform our economies on the wishes of a few elites that do not have the evidence, but do have a lot of hypocrisy in the process."
(2025-12-03). Film Festival in Cuba, blend of cultures. plenglish.com Havana, Dec 3 (Prensa Latina) The Havana International Festival of New Latin American Cinema is celebrating its 46th edition, and among the surprises sure to please audiences is a selection of seven films presented by Churubusco Azteca Studios.
(2025-12-03). GLOBAL MARKETS-Stocks rise as Fed outlook pushes US yields lower. devdiscourse.com Global shares rose while U.S. Treasury yields fell after weak economic data solidified expectations of a Federal Reserve interest rate cut. Wall Street stocks were making gains in choppy trading. Energy, financials and materials stocks were the top gainers while technology and real estate shares were the main drag.
(2025-12-03). HMM_12-2-2025 Not the Last of the Mohicans. mediasanctuary.org HMM_12-2-2025 Not the Last of the Mohicans by Hudson Mohawk Magazine…
(2025-12-03). 200 Luminaries from the Arts and Business World demand release of "Palestinian Mandela" juancole.com Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) —
(2025-12-03). Making Aid Work: Why Western assistance failed in MENA region. newarab.com 
(2025-12-03). Family of victim in Trump drug boat killings files first formal complaint. tehrantimes.com A family in Colombia filed a petition on Tuesday with the Washington DC-based Inter-American Commission on Human Rights, alleging that the Colombian citizen Alejandro Carranza Medina was illegally killed in a US airstrike on 15 September, The Guardian reported.
(2025-12-03). Tehran, Khartoum explore avenues to boost scientific ties. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — The head of the Organization of Student Affairs, Saeed Habiba, and Sudan's Ambassador to Tehran, Abdulaziz Hassan Saleh Taha, have explored ways to enhance scientific collaborations between the two countries.
(2025-12-02). Mutual visa exemption highlights closer China-Russia government and people-to-people ties: FM. ecns.cn Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson on Tuesday welcomed Russia's decision to grant visa-free entry to Chinese nationals, calling it a move that will further deepen bilateral ties and promote exchanges between the two peoples.
(2025-12-03). Alonso Servicios Automotriz: Calidad y responsabilidad sobre ruedas en la Feria de La Habana. cubadebate.cu La mipyme Alonso Servicios Automotriz S.R.L. se ha consolidado como un actor imprescindible en el sector del transporte cubano; la clave es su filosofía de responsabilidad y calidad. Con sede principal en Bauta, Artemisa, la empresa ha expandido su presencia mediante tres ubicaciones estratégicas que incluyen Artemisa, Playa Baracoa y su reciente apertura en el Vedado, facilitando así el acceso a sus servicios para clientes de la capital.
(2025-12-03). El clero se une a los defensores de casas para personas sin hogar en una manifestación instando a los funcionarios de Wilmington a hacer más para abordar la falta de vivienda. whyy.org 
Líderes religiosos y defensores de vivienda para personas sin hogar exigen que los funcionarios de Wilmington hagan más para ayudar a las personas sin vivienda. | Residentes que antes eran personas sin hogar y miembros del clero marcharon el lunes hacia el ayuntamiento de Wilmington para pedir a los líderes que ayuden a las personas a salir de las calles y a encontrar vivienda. Los manifestantes cantaron y portaron pancartas y un ataúd de madera por las calles del centro de la ciudad. | La acción fue p…
(2025-12-03). US: ICE Arrest at FIFA Event Spotlights Dangers for World Cup. hrw.org Click to expand Image | General view of the MetLife stadium during the Club World Cup in East Rutherford, New Jersey, US, July 8, 2025. | © 2025 Pamela Smith/AP Photo | (New York) — The arrest and return of an asylum seeker who took his children to the Club World Cup soccer tournament final on July 13, 2025, raises serious concerns about the safety of noncitizens attending the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Human Rights Watch said today.In May, Human Rights Watch wrote to the Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA), the World Cup organizer, to express concerns about the risks…
(2025-12-03). Libya war crimes suspect makes first appearance at ICC. newarab.com 
A Khaled Mohamed Ali El Hishri, 47, sat impassively dressed in a dark blue jacket and light blue shirt, confirming his name and date of birth before the three-woman judging panel. | He stands accu…
(2025-12-03). Malaysia says search for long-missing flight MH370 to resume. newarab.com 
The search for missing Malaysia Airlines flight The nation's Transport Minister, Anthony Loke, told AFP the decision to continue the efforts now is based on "on the season, which is favourable for the search (to resume)". | The Boeing 777 carrying 239 people vanished from radar screens on 8 March 2014, while en route from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing, in on…
(2025-12-03). The MH370 Mystery: What We Know as a New Search Launches 11 Years Later. moderndiplomacy.eu The disappearance of Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370 with 239 people on board remains one of the world's most perplexing aviation mysteries, nearly twelve years after the Boeing 777 vanished en route from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing on March 8, 2014. The passengers included more than 150 Chinese nationals, around 50 Malaysians and others from France, …
(2025-12-03). Mbappe shines as Real Madrid beat Athletic to close on Barcelona. aljazeera.com Real Madrid cut defending champions Barcelona's lead at the top of La Liga to one point with 3-0 win at in Bilbao.
(2025-12-03). La Via Campesina Condemns Attacks Against Member Organisation In Palestine. popularresistance.org On the first of December, the Israeli occupation forces raided the offices of La Via Campesina's member organization in Ramallah and Hebron. Military units have sealed off the entire area, blocking all roads leading to the offices and preventing any movement toward the sites. | The forces have detained our members inside the buildings, subjecting them to harsh and humiliating treatment, while conducting violent searches throughout the premises. Several of the members have been arrested and are now detained. | The raid included the destruction and confiscation of all office contents, including computers, hard driv…
(2025-12-03). The politics of perception. independent.co.ug 
How Museveni's rallies now reflect a curated campaign era — and what the opposition reveals COVER STORY | JULIUS BUSINGE | On the morning of December 1, 2025, a convoy of police trucks wound through the streets of Mbarara, ferrying what appeared to be a sea of supporters toward La Rooftop Lounge. From there, they …
(2025-12-03). Meet Noor Inayat Khan Only Woman With Indian Roots Honoured by French Post. ummid.com French postal service, La Poste, has honoured Noor Inayat Khan with a commemorative postage stamp for her role in the French Resistance as an undercover British agent during the Second World War.