2024-12-02: News Headlines

WSWS (2024-12-02). Biden administration pledges "massive surge" of weapons to Ukraine. wsws.org Since the November 5, 2024 presidential election, the Biden administration has enormously expanded the scale of direct US military intervention into the Ukraine war.

tn.ai (2024-12-02). Syrian, Russian Forces Intensify Strikes on Militants amid Fierce Counteroffensive. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Syrian and Russian warplanes launched intensified airstrikes on militant positions in Idlib, northwestern Syria, to repel a renewed offensive by foreign-backed Takfiri groups, as government forces pressed ahead with their counteroffensive.

WSWS (2024-12-02). The crisis of public education in California: Budget cuts, layoffs, and the role of the Democrats and trade unions. wsws.org California, once celebrated as a hub of education excellence, innovation and progressivism, is now at the epicenter of a deepening crisis. School districts, community colleges, and public universities across the state are grappling with budget cuts, layoffs, and campus closures.

newarab (2024-12-02). Ben-Gvir bans Muslim call for prayer for 'disturbing' Israelis. newarab.com

Contributing Writers (2024-12-02). Al-Qaeda-affiliated HTS Terrorist thanks Israel for "defeating this axis" marktanliano.net Transcript: Exactly, the Iranian axis became weak and began to collapse after the Israeli bombing of Hezbollah and the assassination of its leaders and soldiers. Also here the axis in general was very weak and there was no resistance, and the advance was rapid and unexpected for the factions. We really thank Israel for defeating …

Aseel Saleh, People's Dispatch. (2024-12-02). Terrorist Groups Take Control Over Key Areas In Northwestern Syria. popularresistance.org For the past several days, the official Syrian Armed Forces (Syrian Arab Army-SAA) have been engaged in fierce battles with a number of terrorist groups across northwestern Syria. The groups appear to have captured Aleppo in addition to dozens of villages, towns, and military sites in the northwestern Syrian governorates of Aleppo and Idlib after engaging in fierce clashes with the official Syrian Armed Forces and allied forces since Wednesday, November 28. | The groups that have reportedly used medium and heavy weapons also have disrupted the key international highway connecting Aleppo with the Syrian capital Da…

tn.ai (2024-12-02). Yemeni Forces Launch Retaliatory Strikes on US Naval Targets amid Gaza Crisis. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The Yemeni Armed Forces announced a large-scale retaliatory operation targeting US naval vessels in the Arabian Sea and Gulf of Aden, escalating their response to the "American-British aggression against Yemen and support for Israel's war on Gaza".

Juan M. Garcia (2024-12-02). Russia can equip its troops with Oreshnik missiles. plenglish.com Moscow, Dec 2 (Prensa Latina) Russia has all the capabilities to fully provide the Ministry of Defense with the Oreshnik complex, the director of the Russian Space Agency (Roscosmos), Yuri Borisov, said on Sunday.

Juan M. Garcia (2024-12-02). Ecuador: 5-7-hour-long blackouts a day in December. plenglish.com Quito, Dec 2 (Prensa Latina) Ecuadorians welcomed December on Sunday with blackouts that will last at least five to seven hours a day during the first week of the month.

Juan M. Garcia (2024-12-02). Inflow of irregular migrants passing through Panama decreases. plenglish.com Panama, Dec 2 (Prensa Latina) The number of irregular migrants passing through Panama has decreased by 39 percent to date, compared to the same period in 2023, government authorities said on Sunday.

GAIA (2024-12-02). Plastics Treaty Negotiations Extended: Plastic Production Cuts Still on the Table. pressenza.com Majority of Member States on the Side of Ambition: | However, there is little assurance that the next INC will succeed where INC-5 did not. The Chair's draft text keeps production reduction on the table but is also

presstv.ir (2024-12-02). Shooting in Washington state leaves 5 dead; 15-year-old boy in custody. presstv.ir Washington state authorities said on Monday that five people were killed in a shooting.

presstv.ir (2024-12-02). Obama urges voters to 'turn the page' on Trump. presstv.ir US President Barack Obama urges voters in the swing state of Wisconsin to "turn the page" on Donald Trump.

presstv.ir (2024-12-02). 'So much anxiety': With one week to go, hope and fear surround US election. presstv.ir One week is left to the United States presidential election, with voters' emotions starting to intensify.

presstv.ir (2024-12-02). Russia holds strategic nuclear exercise. presstv.ir Russia successfully conducts a strategic nuclear exercise.

presstv.ir (2024-12-02). Heavy rain washes away cars in Catalonia, Spain. presstv.ir Water rushes through the streets and cars lay in piles in the town of Cadaques, in Spain's northeastern Catalonia region.

presstv.ir (2024-12-02). North Korea ratifies mutual defence treaty with Russia. presstv.ir North Korea ratified a mutual defense treaty with Russia which calls for each side to come to the other's aid in case of an armed attack.

presstv.ir (2024-12-02). Millions of Nigerians go hungry as floods compound hardship. presstv.ir A brutal insurgency has made it hard for Nigerians in northeastern Borno State to feed their families.

presstv.ir (2024-12-02). COP29: Iran calls on international community to lift sanctions. presstv.ir Iran calls on the international community, at COP29 in Baku, to lift sanctions.

presstv.ir (2024-12-02). Hundreds in Rio de Janeiro rally to slam countries sending money, bombs to Israel. presstv.ir Hundreds of pro-Palestinian protesters take to the streets of Rio de Janeiro to denounce the 'genocide' in Gaza.

presstv.ir (2024-12-02). New Delhi chokes under toxic smog as air quality remains at hazardous levels. presstv.ir Residents of India's capital, New Delhi, found themselves surrounded by a blanket of smog on Friday as the air quality plunged to "hazardous" levels.

presstv.ir (2024-12-02). Explainer: What is Tahrir al-Sham, Israel-backed terror group that attacked Aleppo? presstv.ir Shortly after the announcement of a ceasefire in Lebanon, the Hay'at Tahrir al-Sham terrorist group, backed by Israel and the US, attacked the Syrian city of Aleppo.

presstv.ir (2024-12-02). Israel kills over 100 Palestinians in new massacres across Gaza. presstv.ir The Israeli regime has killed more than 100 Palestinians and injured scores of others across the Gaza Strip over the past day.

presstv.ir (2024-12-02). The significance of ECO meeting in Mashhad. presstv.ir Blessed with vast oil and gas reserves, the Eurasia region which includes most of the member countries, has seen its geopolitical significance increase.

presstv.ir (2024-12-02). UNRWA halts aid delivery via key Israeli-held crossing as hunger grips Gaza. presstv.ir The UN agency says Israel as the occupying power is responsible for protecting aid workers and supplies.

presstv.ir (2024-12-02). Araghchi arrives in Syria to deliver Iran's message of 'firm support'. presstv.ir The Iranian foreign minister arrives in Syria to reaffirm Tehran's firm support for Damascus in the face of foreign-backed Takfiri terrorist groups.

presstv.ir (2024-12-02). Syrian president vows to eliminate terrorism with force. presstv.ir Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has pledged to use force to eradicate "terrorism", stressing that terrorism only understands language of force.

presstv.ir (2024-12-02). Iran president urges Muslim nations to prevent spread of terrorism. presstv.ir Iran's President Pezeshkian says Muslim nations must make joint efforts to counter the spread of terrorism in Syria.

presstv.ir (2024-12-02). Iran vows full-fledged support for Syria in anti-terror fight. presstv.ir The Iranian foreign minister says Tehran will continue to provide full support to Syria in the fight against terrorism and the Israeli regime.

presstv.ir (2024-12-02). Yemeni forces strike US destroyer, 3 ships with missiles, drone. presstv.ir The Yemeni Army says it has carried out another retaliatory operation in nearby waters, in response to the American-British aggression against the country.

presstv.ir (2024-12-02). Another journalist killed in Israeli attack on Gaza; death toll soars to 192. presstv.ir Another Palestinian journalist has been killed in an Israeli attack in the Gaza Strip, taking the overall death toll since last year to 192.

presstv.ir (2024-12-02). US Muslim group condemns Israeli ban on call to prayer as 'act of war' on Islam. presstv.ir The Council on American-Islamic Relations says Israel's latest ban on the Islamic call to prayer is the regime's latest act of war against Islam.

tn.ai (2024-12-02). Foreign Minister of Iran Goes to Turkey after Syria Visit. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi arrived in Ankara early Monday after a visit to Damascus.

tn.ai (2024-12-02). Muslim Solidarity Needed to Help Syria, Iran Says. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian stressed the need for unity and convergence among Islamic nations to assist Syria in the fight against terrorist groups, describing the crisis in Syria as part of a plot hatched by the Israeli regime.

WSWS (2024-12-02). Woman of the Hour: Actor—director Anna Kendrick, a gender politics perspective and all the questions unasked and unanswered. wsws.org A relentless, ham-fisted focus on gender precludes any serious or truthful depiction of a real-life serial killer and the society that produced him.

WSWS (2024-12-02). Australian Labor Party ex-premier supports Zionist witch-hunting in the arts sector. wsws.org Daniel Andrews spoke as a defender of Zionist oppression and called for philanthropists to withdraw funding from any organisation opposed to the mass slaughter of Palestinians.

WSWS (2024-12-02). Sri Lankan JVP/NPP government prohibits "commemoration of war heroes" by Tamils. wsws.org The SEP vehemently opposes government's anti-democratic ban on commemorative events and demands the immediate release of the three Tamil youth arrested last Saturday.

WSWS (2024-12-02). This week in history: December 2-8. wsws.org Child tried for manslaughter in Australia; Greece abolishes monarchy; UNRWA established for Palestinian aid; Erich von Stroheim's "Greed" premieres…

WSWS (2024-12-02). The Amazon workers' Black Friday protests and the strategy of global class struggle. wsws.org Amazon workers took part in protests in more than 20 countries on Friday and last weekend, during the Black Friday shopping event.

WSWS (2024-12-02). North Shore Massachusetts strikes end with educators' demands unmet. wsws.org With anti-strike fines increasing and the holidays approaching, union officials forced teachers in Gloucester, Marblehead and Beverly to accept concessionary agreements.

WSWS (2024-12-02). Australia: State of the Climate report warns of dangers if global warming continues. wsws.org The Albanese Labor government claims to be "taking real action on climate change" but the record proves otherwise.

WSWS (2024-12-02). Chad ends longstanding military cooperation with France. wsws.org Chad, a former African colony of France, has for decades been central to its military operations in Africa, but it is developing closer ties to Russia amid the NATO war with Russia in Ukraine.

WSWS (2024-12-02). Finance capital increases its domination of healthcare. wsws.org Private equity firms are spearheading an avalanche of mergers and consolidations as hospitals and healthcare systems align to cut costs, increase market share and maximize revenue streams at the expense of healthcare workers and patients.

A a (2024-12-02). Antartide, incognita frontiera della geopolitica del futuro. strategic-culture.su Il crescente interesse per l'Antartide da parte di potenze come la Cina e la Russia non riguarda solo la cooperazione scientifica, ma si estende anche alla competizione per le risorse e l'influenza mentre la regione diventa sempre più centrale nella rivalità geopolitica internazionale. | Segue nostro Non se ne sente mai parlare, eppure è uno dei luoghi più segreti del pianeta: l'Antartide. Nella sofistica geopolitica dei poli, nord e sud…

Ali Salam (2024-12-02). Israeli Forces Injure Dozens of Palestinians Near Hebron. imemc.org Israeli forces caused dozens of Palestinian citizens, including school children, in the southern West Bank governorate of Hebron, on Sunday. Israeli forces injured several Palestinians, on Sunday evening, in the village of Tabqa, southwest of Hebron in the southern occupied West Bank. Media sources said that occupation forces stormed the village of Tabqa, and fired …

aljazeera (2024-12-02). Australian police arrest 13 in largest cocaine bust in country's history. aljazeera.com Australian Federal Police say the 2.3-tonne seizure has a street value of $494m.

aljazeera (2024-12-02). Israel committing war crimes in Gaza, says former army chief Moshe Yaalon. aljazeera.com Moshe Yaalon, ex-army chief and defence minister, claims northern Gaza is being 'cleared of Arabs'.

aljazeera (2024-12-02). Romania's governing party set to win election despite far-right resurgence. aljazeera.com Left-leaning Social Democratic Party to hold parliament, but Alliance for Uniting Romanians makes big gains.

aljazeera (2024-12-02). Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,012. aljazeera.com These were the key developments on the 1,012th day of the Russia-Ukraine war.

aljazeera (2024-12-02). US President Joe Biden pardons son Hunter despite pledge not to. aljazeera.com Outgoing US president says his son was 'selectively' and 'unfairly' prosecuted due to his family name.

aljazeera (2024-12-02). Israel likely to maintain "low-level conflict" in Lebanon. aljazeera.com Randa Slim on why the recently negotiated ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hezbollah may prove to be short-lived.

aljazeera (2024-12-02). Olympic champions Sifan Hassan, Letsile Tebogo named Athletes of the Year. aljazeera.com Dutch runner is rewarded for her three Olympic medals in a week at the 2024 Games, where Tebogo won the men's 200m gold.

APR editor (2024-12-02). ICJ to begin hearings in landmark Pacific climate change case started by students. asiapacificreport.nz SPECIAL REPORT: By Doug Dingwall of ABC Pacific A landmark case that began in a Pacific classroom and could change the course of future climate talks is about to be heard in the International Court of Justice (ICJ). The court will begin hearings involving a record number of countries in The Hague, in the Netherlands,…

APR editor (2024-12-02). Kanak pro-independence leader Christian Téin to remain in mainland French jail. asiapacificreport.nz By Patrick Decloitre, RNZ Pacific correspondent French Pacific desk Pro-independence Kanak leader Christian Téin will remain in a mainland French jail for the time being, a Court of Appeal has ruled in Nouméa. This followed an earlier ruling on October 22 from the Court of Cassation, which is tasked to rule on possible procedural mistakes…

David Schultz (2024-12-02). The Democrats Loss of the Working Class was Fifty Years in the Making. counterpunch.org One month out after Donald Trump and the Republicans beat Kamala Harris and the Democrats, the reasons for the electoral defeat are still being debated. Yet, while it is possible that Harris could have won, but for several mistakes that she made, it is not clear that any Democrat could have won this election. In

ecns.cn (2024-12-02). Cross-border freight truck launched for Central Asia. ecns.cn A launching ceremony for the "Tianfu" cross-border freight truck to Central Asia was held on Sunday in Chengdu City, southwest China's Sichuan Province, during the the Fifth China-Central Asia Foreign Ministers' Meeting.

ecns.cn (2024-12-02). New interest rate initiative will not affect existing deposits, sources say. ecns.cn A new initiative by Chinese commercial banks to further align actual deposit rates with policy rates does not include deposits already placed in banks or deposits owned by individuals and households.

ecns.cn (2024-12-02). Rise in foreign trademark registrations. ecns.cn A growing number of trademarks have been filed by foreign entities in China this year, thanks to stronger intellectual property protection and a quicker response time in tackling IP-related affairs.

ecns.cn (2024-12-02). China says joint aerial patrol with Russia over Pacific a 'routine program'. ecns.cn The Chinese Defense Ministry said on Sunday that the joint air strategic patrol conducted by China and Russia is a "routine program" within the annual cooperation plan and is not directed at any third party.

ecns.cn (2024-12-02). U.S. slammed for 'stopover' of Lai, arms sales to Taiwan. ecns.cn China has strongly condemned the United States for arranging Taiwan region leader Lai Ching-te's "stopover" in the country, urging Washington to stop official interaction with the island.

ecns.cn (2024-12-02). Envoy calls for strengthening China-U.S. ties. ecns.cn China's top diplomat in San Francisco and his newly-deployed deputy colleague remain upbeat about the subnational relationship-building between China and Northern California and beyond, urging people from various sectors to act and help strengthen the bilateral friendship.

ecns.cn (2024-12-02). Fifth China-Central Asia FMs' meeting agrees to deepen cooperation. ecns.cn Wang emphasized maintaining leadership by heads of state to strengthen the China-Central Asia mechanism. This involves continuing to implement the consensus reached at the China-Central Asia Summit held in Xi'an and advancing China-Central Asia cooperation.

ecns.cn (2024-12-02). China, Central Asian nations to bolster solidarity. ecns.cn China and the five Central Asian countries of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan agreed to further enhance cooperation in all aspects as their foreign ministers met on Sunday in Chengdu, Sichuan province, to make preparations for the second China-Central Asia Summit.

ecns.cn (2024-12-02). Hainan commercial launch pad plans 20 missions next year. ecns.cn The Hainan International Commercial Aerospace Launch Center in Wenchang city is targeting the capability to conduct 20 launch missions in 2025, paving the way for a busy schedule with launches planned every month.

ecns.cn (2024-12-02). New rocket marks debut mission of launch center. ecns.cn China's carrier rocket fleet has expanded further, as the newest type in the Long March family, the Long March 12, made its debut flight on Saturday night in Wenchang, Hainan province.

ecns.cn (2024-12-02). Long March 8 prepares for launch at Hainan center. ecns.cn The Hainan International Commercial Aerospace Launch Center in Wenchang, a coastal city in Hainan province, is preparing for its second mission: a launch of the Long March 8 carrier rocket, according to the new spaceport's general manager.

ecns.cn (2024-12-02). Chinese team earns top honor at quality control summit. ecns.cn At the 2024 International Convention on Quality Control Circles, or ICQCC, in Sri Lanka, a Chinese team earned recognition for their exceptional research and unique leadership.

ecns.cn (2024-12-02). Joint efforts seen in raising awareness on HIV/AIDS. ecns.cn The country has made advances in controlling new HIV infections and expanding access to standard treatments, thanks to concerted efforts made by both the public and private sectors.

ecns.cn (2024-12-02). Xinjiang's Khunjerab Pass transitions to full-year service from seasonal access service. ecns.cn Khunjerab Pass in Northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, which is the only land port between China and Pakistan, has officially transitioned from seasonal access service to the full-year service starting from Sunday.

ecns.cn (2024-12-02). Chinese ministry calls for caution over online dissemination of sensitive information. ecns.cn China's Ministry of State Security (MSS) issued a statement on its WeChat account on Sunday, urging caution over sharing sensitive information online without declassification or risk evaluation.

ecns.cn (2024-12-02). Macao-Hengqin LRT to open on Dec 2. ecns.cn The Hengqin line of the Light Rapid Transit (LRT) – consisting of Lotus Station in Macao Special Administrative Region and Hengqin Station in Zhuhai, South China's Guangdong Province – will officially open on December 2.

ecns.cn (2024-12-02). New dinosaur fossil pair discovered in North China's Inner Mongolia. ecns.cn Chinese paleontologists have discovered two relatively complete and closely adjacent dinosaur skeleton fossils in North China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region.

ecns.cn (2024-12-02). China launches artificial intelligence platform to boost judicial efficiency. ecns.cn After being used in areas such as education, tourism and healthcare, artificial intelligence is also being considered for China's judicial system to help judges improve work efficiency and give people easier access to legal services.

ecns.cn (2024-12-02). Record-breaking project still bringing manifold benefits. ecns.cn The Three Gorges Project, as the world's largest water control and hydroelectric project, has delivered immense benefits in mitigating flooding, power generation, navigation and water regulation.

ecns.cn (2024-12-02). Panda ambassador promotes traffic safety in Chongqing. ecns.cn The panda was nominated as Chongqing's ambassador for the 13th National Traffic Safety Day, which falls on December 2.

ecns.cn (2024-12-02). Highlights of 2024-2025 FIS Snowboard Big Air World Cup. ecns.cn Yang Wenlong of China finished third to reach the podium for the first time in a World Cup.

ecns.cn (2024-12-02). Annual family commemoration for Nanjing Massacre victims held in Nanjing. ecns.cn The 2024 family commemoration for victims of the Nanjing Massacre was held on Sunday in Nanjing.

editor (2024-12-02). The ABC's Colonel Blimp: why Kim Williams misunderstands Joe Rogan. onlineopinion.com.au Williams makes a point of juxtaposing the weak, impressionable consumer of news and those of Rogan and his tribe of entrepreneurial podcasting fantasists.

editor (2024-12-02). Special interest subsidies DO NOT support the diverse 8 billion on this planet. onlineopinion.com.au Under the system we have today in which government spending picks winners and losers in the business world and hires massive amounts of people, we have amassed an unsupportable debt of more than $100,000 per person.

Final Straw (2024-12-02). Final Straw: Peter Gelderloos on Memory, Community, Organization and Struggle. itsgoingdown.org Long-running anarchist radio and podcast show The Final Straw speaks with author Peter Gelderloos. This week, we're airing an interview with anarchist author, Peter Gelderloos about two of his recent books They Will Beat the Memory Out of Us: Forcing Nonviolence on Forgetful Movements (Pluto Books, 2024) as well as Organization, Community, Continuity (Detritus, 2024)….

In Contempt (2024-12-02). In Contempt #47: Trump Administration Gears Up to Attack Anti-War Movement. itsgoingdown.org In this column, we present our monthly roundup of political prisoner, prison rebel, and repression news, happenings, announcements, action and analysis. Packed in as always are updates, fundraisers, and birthdays. There's a lot happening, so let's dive right in! On the Future of this Column The US/online anarchist media space is going through a process…

newarab (2024-12-02). Ben-Gvir bans Muslim call for prayer for 'disturbing' Israelis. newarab.com

newarab (2024-12-02). Biden seen in photo op with Palestine book by Rashid Khalidi. newarab.com Biden was snapped with a copy of the book

newarab (2024-12-02). Egypt jails journalist Sayed Saber over social media posts. newarab.com

newarab (2024-12-02). Ex-minister Yaalon accuses Israel of 'ethnic cleansing' in Gaza. newarab.com Israel's former defence minister Moshe Yaalon on Saturday accused the Israeli army of "ethnic cleansing" in the Gaza Strip, sparking an outcry in the country. | "The road we are being led down is conquest, annexation and ethnic cleansing," Yaalon said in an interview on the private DemocratTV channel. | Pressed on the "ethnic cleansing" appraisal, he continued: "What is happening there? There is no more Beit Lahia, no more Beit Hanoun, the army intervenes in Jabalia and in reality the land is being cleared of Arabs." | The north of the Gaza Strip, which includes the areas Yaalon mentioned, has been the target…

newarab (2024-12-02). Four Palestinians killed in Israeli strike on West Bank's Jenin. newarab.com The Palestinian health ministry said the Israeli army killed four Palestinians The ministry updated the death toll from two earlier on Sunday, saying four people were killed "due to the occupation's aggression on the village of Siir, The Palestinian Red Crescent sai…

newarab (2024-12-02). Gulf summit in Kuwait urges 'immediate ceasefire' for Gaza. newarab.com The 45th Gulf Leaders from the region also expressed its solidarity with Lebanon

newarab (2024-12-02). Hamas open to 'all ideas' ahead of Gaza truce talks in Cairo. newarab.com Hamas is open to discussing "all ideas and proposals", a senior official of the Palestinian group told AFP, as representatives arrived in Cairo Saturday for talks on a possible ceasefire in Gaza. | The group has "not received any new offer or proposal so far", the official said, speaking on condition of anonymity because of the sensitivity of the topic. | But Hamas "is open to discussing all ideas and proposals that lead to the end of the war, Israel's withdrawal from the Gaza Strip, the return of the displaced, the entry of humanitarian and relief aid, and a serious deal to exchange prisoners," he said. | The…

newarab (2024-12-02). Hamas publishes video of US-Israeli captive in Gaza. newarab.com Palestinian group Hamas published a video of an The family of hostage soldier

newarab (2024-12-02). Israel 'deliberately kills' Gaza chef who fed the displaced. newarab.com

newarab (2024-12-02). Israeli strikes kill two children in Gaza 'safe zone'. newarab.com Two children were killed by an Israeli missile that hit a tent encampment The children's mother and a sibling were also injured in the attack, according to medics at the Nasser Hospital. | Four people were killed in a separate strike in In the central Gaza camp of Nuseirat, an Israeli…

newarab (2024-12-02). Israeli strikes on Lebanon continue despite ceasefire, 2 killed. newarab.com

newarab (2024-12-02). Kenya and Uganda to mediate in Ethiopia-Somalia dispute. newarab.com

newarab (2024-12-02). Pakistan court bails journalist detained after probing protest. newarab.com A Pakistani court approved bail for a journalist arrested this week after investigating claims of casualties in a "He should be hom…

newarab (2024-12-02). Russian jet strikes kill 8 civilians in rebel-held Idlib. newarab.com

newarab (2024-12-02). Saudi Arabia 2034 World Cup bid 'medium risk' for human rights. newarab.com

newarab (2024-12-02). Save the Children aid worker killed by Israeli strike in Gaza. newarab.com An aid worker with Save the Children was killed by an Israeli strike on Khan Younis on Saturday, making him the second staff member of the organisation to die in Gaza. | Ahmed Faisal Isleem Al-Qadi, 39, was killed when he was returning home to his wife and three-year-old daughter from the mosque, a statement by the aid group said. | His killing was strongly condemned by the organisation which demanded an investigation and accountability for the attack on its aid workers. | "Ahmed's killing signifies that there is no safe place in Gaza for civilians, let alone for aid workers," Alexandra Saieh, head of humanita…

newarab (2024-12-02). UNRWA pauses Gaza aid deliveries via key crossing, amid hunger. newarab.com "We are

newarab (2024-12-02). Who is Jasper Jeffers, the US general observing Lebanon truce. newarab.com The US military has appointed Major General Jasper Jeffers to oversee the implementation of the The head of the Special Operations Command Central will carry out his mission alongside US Special envoy Jeff…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-12-02). Mayo Clinic Minute: What is inflammatory bowel disease? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) affects an estimated 1.6 million Americans. In fact, there are more than 70,000 new cases of IBD in the United States each year, according to the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation. IBD is a chronic condition that causes inflammation in the digestive tract, but it can also affect other areas of the body. Crohn's and Colitis (both classified as IBD) Awareness Week is observed each year from Dec. 1-7. Dr. Victor Chedid,…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-12-02). Mayo Clinic Minute: Minimally invasive hysterectomy. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Dr. Megan Wasson in the operating room A hysterectomy can treat many gynecologic conditions, including fibroids, painful periods and cancer, such as endometrial, cervical, ovarian and uterine cancers. Dr. Megan Wasson, a gynecologic surgeon at Mayo Clinic, specializes in minimally invasive surgery. She says the decision to undergo a hysterectomy is highly individualized, based on each patient's specific needs. In many cases, a minimally invasive approach is an effective treatment. This type of surgery can help patients heal faster with less…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-12-02). Innovative blood analysis technique reveals insights into giant cell arteritis. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Mayo Clinic researchers have identified key protein patterns in the blood that could improve how doctors diagnose and monitor giant cell arteritis, a chronic autoimmune disease that causes inflammation in blood vessels. The condition often affects arteries in the head and can lead to vision loss or stroke if untreated. The new research, led by Jaeyun Sung, Ph.D., and Kenneth Warrington, M.D., lays the groundwork for more accurate diagnosis and personalized treatment approaches. In the…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-12-02). (VIDEO) Derek's story: Just another face in the crowd. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org A 30-year-old Michigan man can smell, swallow, blink and smile for the first time in a decade thanks to a face transplant at Mayo Clinic. In the last 20 years, just a little more than 50 face transplants have been performed worldwide. This is the second face transplant completed at Mayo Clinic. For Derek Pfaff, the transformational surgery has been life-changing. Watch: Derek Pfaff's story youtu.be/Nkr8xkHiKQM Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (6: 32) is in the downloads at…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-12-02). A diagnosis and hope for a journey back to health. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org JoAnne Michael on vacation in Croatia. JoAnne Michael doesn't remember much about 2018. That year, at the age of 45, she began having cognitive issues, including memory loss, confusion, and brain seizures. Her symptoms were caused by a rare autoimmune disease called GABA-A-R antibody encephalitis, but JoAnne, an environmental consultant from Carson City, Nevada, didn't know that until later, when a sample of her cerebrospinal fluid was sent to Mayo Clinic's Neuroimmunology Laboratory in Rochester,…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-12-02). Mayo Clinic Q&A: Cholesterol ⚪ know your numbers. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I am in my 30s and overweight, but I thought I was too young to worry about cholesterol. I just learned my cholesterol is high. I know diet and exercise are important. Do I need medication? ANSWER: Cholesterol is a type of fat in our blood. Our bodies need a small amount of cholesterol to build the structure of cell membranes, make certain hormones and help with metabolism, such as producing vitamin D. The catch: …

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-12-02). Mayo Clinic performs successful face transplant, restoring vital functions for Michigan man. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org ROCHESTER, Minn. — A Michigan man can blink, swallow, smile and breathe through his nose for the first time in a decade thanks to a face transplant performed at Mayo Clinic. This transformative and complex procedure underscores Mayo Clinic's skilled multidisciplinary surgical team who provide hope to patients with complex medical needs. Derek Pfaff's life changed forever on March 5, 2014, when a tragic incident during his college years left his face severely damaged by a…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2024-12-02). Mayo Clinic Minute: Stomach cancer in younger people. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Rates of stomach cancer, which is also called gastric cancer, among younger people is on the rise. Typically, stomach cancer is diagnosed in patients in their 60s and 70s, but increasingly it's being diagnosed in younger patients. While rates of stomach cancer in older patients have been declining for decades, early onset stomach cancer is increasing and makes up around 30% of stomach cancer diagnoses. Dr. Travis Grotz, a Mayo Clinic surgical oncologist, calls this…

____ (2024-12-02). Revolutionizing MSME Lending: Muthoot FinCorp ONE's QR-Code Breakthrough. devdiscourse.com In an innovative stride towards financial inclusion, Muthoot FinCorp ONE has launched a QR-code-based lending program aimed at empowering India's MSMEs. This scheme offers loans up to Rs 5 lakh for businesses, using their digital transaction history as a credit assessment tool to ease access to funds.

____ (2024-12-02). Strengthening Healthspan: The Key to Aging Gracefully. devdiscourse.com In recent years, there have been remarkable strides in public health, sanitation, nutrition, and medicine, leading to a substantial increase in human life expectancy. However, the focus is now shifting toward extending healthspan—the period of life spent in good health—rather than merely extending lifespan.

____ (2024-12-02). Leaked Audio Reveals Internal Conflict within PTI Leadership. devdiscourse.com A leaked audio clip featuring Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Ali Muhammad Khan has brought to light the escalating fissures within the party's leadership, founded by Imran Khan. The audio surfaced in the aftermath of PTI's protest debacle in Islamabad, where a government crackdown on demonstrators trying to access D-Chowk attracted widespread disapproval within party ranks.

____ (2024-12-02). Tension Rises as Russian Submarine Spotted in Philippine Waters. devdiscourse.com President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. expressed significant concern on Monday following the sighting of a Russian submarine within the Philippines' exclusive economic zone in the South China Sea, describing the event as 'very worrisome.'

____ (2024-12-02). Bombay High Court Halts Pune Eatery From Using 'Burger King' Name Amid Legal Battle. devdiscourse.com The Bombay High Court, in a recent interim order, has prevented a Pune-based eatery from using the name 'Burger King' amid a trademark dispute with the US-based fast-food giant, Burger King Corporation. This decision comes after Burger King Corporation filed an appeal challenging a prior ruling by a Pune court.

____ (2024-12-02). Government's approval for two SSNs (nuclear-powered submarines) indicates faith in country's indigenous ability: Navy chief. devdiscourse.com

____ (2024-12-02). Several killed in stampede after clashes at Guinea soccer match, reports AP citing official and local media. devdiscourse.com

____ (2024-12-02). BJP Showdown: Yatnal's Defiance and Disciplinary Measures. devdiscourse.com The BJP's Central Disciplinary Committee has issued a show cause notice to Vijayapura MLA Basanagouda Patil Yatnal, accusing him of persistently opposing the party's state leadership. The notice demands a response within ten days, warning of potential disciplinary action if he does not comply.

____ (2024-12-02). Turning the Tide: Mohammed Siraj's Triumphant Comeback. devdiscourse.com In a dramatic turn of events, Mohammed Siraj has transformed his performance, securing five wickets in India's remarkable comeback victory against Australia during the Perth Test.

____ (2024-12-02). A Snippet Of History. smoothiex12.blogspot.com

____ (2024-12-02). Color Me Surprised… Not. smoothiex12.blogspot.com

nosihle (2024-12-02). Nonkqubela Jordan-Dyani appointed to International Advisory Body for Submarine Cable Resilience. sanews.gov.za Nonkqubela Jordan-Dyani appointed to International Advisory Body for Submarine Cable Resilience | The Department of Communications and Digital Technologies has congratulated its Director-General, Nonkqubela Jordan-Dyani, on her appointment to the International Advisory Body for Submarine Cable Resilience. | The advisory body was set up by the International Telecommunications Union (ITU), in partnership with the International Cable Protection Committee (ICPC), with the aim of promoting dialogue and collaboration on potential ways and means to improve resilience of this vital infrastructure that powers global commu…

presstv.ir (2024-12-02). Trump threatens 100% tariff on BRICS nations if they undermine US dollar. presstv.ir President-elect Donald Trump issued a warning on Saturday, threatening to impose a 100% tariff on the BRICS nations if they take actions to undermine the US dollar's dominance in global trade.

presstv.ir (2024-12-02). Israeli soldier who took part in Gaza genocide bashed up in Thailand. presstv.ir The soldier was on a trip to Thailand when he was attacked by unidentified German tourists.

Sarah Hyden (2024-12-02). The Calf Canyon Fire Review: an Indictment of the Forest Service's Land Management Strategy. counterpunch.org Burning piles in the Gallinas Canyon Piles Prescribed Burn 2022 unit on January 12, 2022, Santa Fe National Forest. Photo: USDA Forest Service In April of 2022, three wildfires were ignited in the Santa Fe National Forest by three separate US Forest Service escaped prescribed burns. 378,000 acres of the Santa Fe National Forest, Carson

Staff (2024-12-02). Seguros guardianes de la Revolución. cubadebate.cu Si me preguntaran, øqué significa pertenecer a las Fuerzas Armas Revolucionarias?, solo respondería con tres palabras: ejemplo, orgullo y patriotismo. Somos el ejército conformado por el pueblo, el mismo pueblo que a pesar de las dificultades todos los días se levanta a construir un país bloqueado y constantemente amenazado por el imperio. Celebramos estos 68 años en momentos en que la Revolución Cubana enfrenta uno de los periodos más complejos de su historia y lo hacemos conscientes de que seguiremos venciendo.

Staff (2024-12-02). Avería en línea de 110 kV en Renté afecta el servicio eléctrico en Santiago de Cuba y Guantánamo. cubadebate.cu "Una avería en la línea de 110 kV en Renté ha dejado sin fluido eléctrico a los municipios de Santiago de Cuba, San Luis y la provincia de Guantánamo", informó a través de la red social Facebook, Beatriz Johnson Urrutia, Primera Secretaria del Partido en Santiago de Cuba.

Staff (2024-12-02). Biden indulta a su hijo Hunter declarado culpable por delitos federales. cubadebate.cu El presidente había dicho anteriormente que no indultaría a su hijo ni conmutaría su sentencia tras sus condenas en los dos casos de Delaware y California.

Staff (2024-12-02). Lamenta la Dermatología cubana la pérdida del profesor Alfredo Abreu Daniel. cubadebate.cu La dermatología cubana se encuentra de luto tras el fallecimiento del profesor Alfredo Abreu Daniel, quien murió el pasado 23 de noviembre a la edad de 94 años. Reconocido como un verdadero profesor de profesores, Abreu Daniel dejó una huella indeleble en la medicina dermatológica tanto en Cuba como en el ámbito internacional.

Staff (2024-12-02). NCLGS Reveals New Legislation Model for iGaming. moguldom.com This week, the National Council of Legislators from Gaming States (NCLGS) revealed a new legislation model for the iGaming industry. This model seeks to clarify what online casinos can and cannot do across the United States. This new framework, which is currently just a draft, will be open for public comment until the end of …

Staff (2024-12-02). Mastering Performance Reviews for a Distributed Workforce: A Human-Centric Approach. moguldom.com The shift to working remotely has completely changed how we communicate and collaborate. Performance reviews must adapt to this new reality as teams are dispersed across time zones and cultural boundaries, as companies engage in international recruitment to meet their hiring needs. The Challenges of Remote Performance Reviews Even in traditional settings, performance reviews are …

The Independent (2024-12-02). Vivo Energy Uganda expands network to 191 service stations. independent.co.ug Vivo Energy Uganda, the distributor of Shell fuels and lubricants, has expanded its service station network by opening 10 new stations and partnered with MTN Uganda to enhance security at its sites. Speaking during the launch of the Shell Kitetika service station on Gayaza Road on Nov. 28, Vivo Energy CEO Stan Mittelman said the …

Tom H. Hastings (2024-12-02). World's Richest Man Pays to Screw America. counterpunch.org Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy are partnering to create and new US government agency, the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). Musk underwrote the Trump campaign with $200 million in donations (AP estimate) and his own brand of buying votes. Supposedly, the acronym comes from Musk's favorite cryptocurrency, the Doge. Whatever. When Heather Cox Richardson says

tvbrics (2024-12-02). Vietnam's capital city to switch to green buses by 2035. tvbrics.com From 2026, the city will prepare full technical and economic parameters for all types of electric buses…

Dave DeCamp (2024-12-02). US Backs Protesters in Georgia, Slams Government for Postponing EU Talks. news.antiwar.com The US has strongly condemned Georgia's decision to postpone talks on joining the European Union and is backing anti-government protesters in the country. Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze announced he would push back talks with the EU on Thursday after the European Parliament claimed the recent parliamentary election in Georgia, which saw the ruling Georgian …

____ (2024-12-02). Sake Brewing: A Timeless Art Recognized by UNESCO. devdiscourse.com Amid the historical backdrop of Tokyo's brewhouse, the brewing art of sake stands on the cusp of receiving UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage status. Chief Brewer Koichi Maesako of Ishikawa Brewery shapes this traditional liquor using centuries-old methods despite facing recent adversities.

____ (2024-12-02). Top Shifts in European Energy and Automotive Leadership. devdiscourse.com The UK Government is embarking on a strategic initiative to form a new defence industrial council, aiming to bolster collaboration between Whitehall and key technology players, including start-ups and larger sector leaders. This move underscores renewed commitment to enhance national security frameworks.

____ (2024-12-02). A Breakthrough in HIV Prevention: The Twice-Yearly Shot Changing Lives. devdiscourse.com Gilead has developed a groundbreaking drug, lenacapavir, which has shown remarkable success in preventing HIV. In studies, it proved 100 percent effective for women and nearly as successful for men, demonstrating great promise particularly for marginalized communities, including gay men, sex workers, and young women.

____ (2024-12-02). President Biden Commuted Hunter's Jail Sentence. devdiscourse.com In a surprising turn of events, President Joe Biden has pardoned his son, Hunter Biden, eliminating the possibility of a prison sentence related to his federal felony gun and tax convictions. The move marks a significant reversal from Biden's earlier declarations that he would not use presidential powers to aid family members.

____ (2024-12-02). Landmark Acquittal: Bangladesh Court Overturns 2004 Grenade Attack Verdict. devdiscourse.com In a surprising turn of events, Bangladesh's High Court has acquitted Tarique Rahman, the son of former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia, along with 48 others. This reversal relates to their previous convictions in the notorious 2004 grenade attack on a political rally.

____ (2024-12-02). After being pardoned, Hunter Biden says he will 'never take the clemency I have been given today for granted,' reports AP. devdiscourse.com

____ (2024-12-02). Biden's Bold Move: A Presidential Pardon for Hunter. devdiscourse.com On Sunday, President Joe Biden issued a presidential pardon for his son, Hunter Biden, absolving him of charges related to false declarations on a gun purchase and federal tax violations. This unexpected move comes as a significant shift from prior White House statements, highlighting Biden's sentiments on the selective prosecution his son endured.

____ (2024-12-02). Biden Pardons Son Hunter Amid Controversy. devdiscourse.com In a surprising move, President Joe Biden has pardoned his son, Hunter Biden, sparing him from a possible prison sentence for federal felony gun and tax convictions. This reversal of his previous promise not to use presidential powers for personal family matters is stirring political controversy.

____ (2024-12-02). Romania's Election Tensions: A Clash of Ideologies and Future Uncertainties. devdiscourse.com Romania's political landscape is on edge as partial results from parliamentary elections indicate the ruling Social Democrats (PSD) are leading, yet face a significant challenge from rising far-right factions. This election, part of a three-part voting sequence for both parliament and presidency, highlights the tensions between a pro-Western stance and nationalist movements.

____ (2024-12-02). Biden Pardons Son Amidst Political Controversy. devdiscourse.com In a bold move, outgoing US President Joe Biden issued a full and unconditional pardon to his son, Hunter Biden, on Sunday, asserting the charges were politically motivated.

presstv.ir (2024-12-02). Thousands honor Martyr Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah at assassination site. presstv.ir Thousands of Lebanese people gather at the site of an Israeli strike that assassinated Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah to pay tribute to the late leader of the Hezbollah resistance movement.

presstv.ir (2024-12-02). Yemeni forces launch ballistic missile at Israeli targets, 4 settlers injured. presstv.ir At least four Israeli settlers have been injured amid a ballistic missile attack by Yemeni forces on the occupied territories.

WSWS (2024-12-02). The crisis of public education in California: budget cuts, layoffs, and the role of the Democrats and trade unions. wsws.org California, once celebrated as a hub of education excellence, innovation and progressivism, is now at the epicenter of a deepening crisis. School districts, community colleges, and public universities across the state are grappling with budget cuts, layoffs, and campus closures.

WSWS (2024-12-02). Australia: Striking warehouse workers block Woolworths' attempt to break picket line in Melbourne. wsws.org The major supermarket chain tried to reopen the warehouse at Dandenong South this morning, bringing workers in on buses with the aid of police.

Juan M. Garcia (2024-12-01). Cuban radio and television directors win awards (+Photos). plenglish.com Caibarién, Cuba, Dec 1 (Prensa Latina) Directors Oslayda María Machado and Alberto Luberta won the Grand Prize at the Santamareare Radio and Audiovisual Festival, held in this central Cuban city, for their works "La Travesía Mágica" (The Magic Journey) and "La Flor del Marabú" (The Sickelbush Flower).

Juan M. Garcia (2024-12-01). Cuba expresses solidarity with Syria due to terrorist attacks. plenglish.com Havana, Dec 1 (Prensa Latina) Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez on Sunday expressed Cuba's solidarity with and support for the people and government of Syria due to recent attacks by terrorist groups in the city of Aleppo.

Ileana Ferrer Fonte (2024-12-01). Romanians vote in parliamentary elections. plenglish.com Bucharest, Dec 1 (Prensa Latina) Romanian voters cast their votes on Sunday to elect a new parliament, a few days after the presidential elections in which independent far-right candidate Calin Georgescu won the first round.

Juan M. Garcia (2024-12-01). Serbia denounces attack on Belgrade after explosion in Kosovo. plenglish.com Belgrade, Dec 1 (Prensa Latina) Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic on Sunday denounced what he called a "hybrid attack" on the country, and denied any involvement in the explosion of a water supply channel in Kosovo.

Ileana Ferrer Fonte (2024-12-01). November witnesses low crime rate in El Salvador. plenglish.com San Salvador, Dec 1 (Prensa Latina) The recently ended month of November came to a close in El Salvador boasting 26 days free of gang-related murders, the National Civil Police (PNC) informed on Sunday.

Juan M. Garcia (2024-12-01). Israel continues to attack southern Lebanon despite ceasefire. plenglish.com The National News Agency reported that the outskirts of Maroun al-Ras were attacked by Israel's machine gun fire near the Blue Line, a demarcation established by the United Nations. | According to the media outlet, explosions were heard this morning in the surroundings of Yaroun, Maroun al Ras and Marjayoun, in southern Lebanon. | At dawn, Israel's artillery bombings reached the vicinity of Aytaroun and the north of Khiam. | The Lebanese daily Al-Akhbar reported that Merkava tanks were advancing from Tair Harfa to the eastern neighborhoods of Chamaa. | According to the newspaper, an Israeli airstrike targeted Ya…

Isidro Estrada Dela (2024-12-01). Georgian PM rules out re run of parliamentary elections. plenglish.com Tbilisi, Dec 1 (Prensa Latina) Georgian Prime Minister, Irakli Kobajidze, ruled out today the repetition of the parliamentary elections as opposition is urging him to do, against the backdrop of mounting anti-government protests.

Independent Media Institute (2024-12-01). Why Do the Israelis Bomb Palestinian Homes in the Middle of the Night? pressenza.com

Kester Kenn Klomegah (2024-12-01). Time to Tell the Truth: Moscow Awards Best Foreign Journalists and Bloggers. pressenza.com On December 3rd, Moscow prepares to hold its ground-breaking International Honest View Award for foreign journalists and bloggers in a planned ceremony. The 2024 award has collected a record number of applications for all three years of its existence — 488 competition materials from 59 countries, including Argentina, Germany, Israel, India, Iran, Canada, China, Norway, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Turkey, 19 African countries and all CIS countries. | The goal of the Honest View Award is to identify the best materials from foreign media and authors who cover humanitarian, cultural and economic initiatives of t…

Pressenza Muenchen (2024-12-01). User Language Distorts ChatGPT Information on Armed Conflicts. pressenza.com When asked in Arabic about the number of civilian casualties killed in the Middle East conflict, ChatGPT gives significantly higher casualty numbers than when the prompt was written in Hebrew, as a new study by the Universities of Zurich and Constance shows. These systematic discrepancies can reinforce biases in armed conflicts and encourage information bubbles. | Every day, millions of people engage with and seek information from ChatGPT and other large language models (LLMs). But how are the responses given by these models shaped by the language in which they are asked? Does it make a difference whether the sam…

Pressenza New York (2024-12-01). Claudia Sheinbaum's Defiant Letter to Donald Trump: A Blueprint for a New Era in US-Mexico Relations. pressenza.com Claudia Sheinbaum, Mexico's newly elected president, has made a bold and defining move in her first year in office: addressing Donald Trump head-on with a letter that is as diplomatic as it is uncompromising. Her powerful message lays out a vision for US-Mexican relations built on mutual respect, collaboration, and accountability. Sheinbaum's words are a clarion call for a new era of cooperation—one that confronts migration, drug trafficking, and trade tensions with logic, facts, and a shared sense of responsibility. In a world fraught with political posturing, Sheinbaum's firm yet thoughtful response sets…

Pressenza New York (2024-12-01). Decoding Indian propaganda versus unlocking the potential of Pakistan Bangladesh's port connectivity. pressenza.com Indian media outlets have been continuously spreading misinformation against Bangladesh on topics like human rights violations, CHT, the growth of so-called extremism and persecution of minorities ever since the Hasina regime's fall in August 5. They have now included the additional subject of Pakistan-Bangladesh's recent improving ties and bilateral engagement-connectivity-trade prosperity and the potentials for maritime connectivity between the Karachi and Chittagong ports. Notably, the first direct maritime connectivity link between Pakistan and Bangladesh was established on November 11 when a cargo ship from…

tn.ai (2024-12-01). Syria Rejects Claims of Army Withdrawal from Hama. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The Syrian government has denied reports of its military retreat from the northern city of Hama, labeling the allegations as part of a coordinated "media war" designed to undermine its counterterrorism efforts.

tn.ai (2024-12-01). Iran, Russia Discuss Syria Developments. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The foreign ministers of Iran and Russia talked about the latest developments in Syria, where terrorist groups have advanced south after capturing Aleppo.

tn.ai (2024-12-01). Syrian Militant Leader Suspected Dead in Russian Airstrike amid Aleppo Offensive. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — A Russian airstrike targeting a suspected terrorist hideout may have killed Abu Mohammad al-Julani, leader of Hay'at Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), following a surprise offensive by anti-government militants in Aleppo, local media reported.

tn.ai (2024-12-01). Araqchi to Begin Tour of Region As Insurgency Rages in Syria. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi is going to visit several regional countries for talks on the latest developments in the region, especially the situation in Syria whose Aleppo city has fallen to terrorist groups.

tn.ai (2024-12-01). Syrian Army Strengthens Defenses, Advances in Northern Hama. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The Syrian military bolstered its defenses in the northern Hama countryside, reclaiming key areas from terrorist groups, including Hay'at Tahrir al-Sham, while preparing for a counteroffensive, the army said Sunday.

tn.ai (2024-12-01). Terrorism to Boomerang on Plotters, Qalibaf Warns after Chaos in Syria. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The speaker of the Iranian Parliament pointed the finger at the US and the Zionist regime for upsetting security in Syria, cautioning that resorting to terrorism as a playing card will backfire on the plotters.

tn.ai (2024-12-01). Venezuela Decries Militant Attacks in Syria, Urges Global Solidarity. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Venezuelan Foreign Minister Ivan Gil Pinto condemned recent attacks on Syrian civilians by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham terrorist group, calling for international condemnation and an end to foreign support for the militant group.

tn.ai (2024-12-01). Foreign Minister Boards Iranian Warship. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi boarded a warship of Iran's Navy in the Persian Gulf on Sunday.

WSWS (2024-12-01). Berlin transport workers election: How to conduct the struggle against the trade union Verdi. wsws.org The result of the recent Berlin Transport Company (BVG) staff council election in Berlin has revealed the extent of opposition to the public service union Verdi.

WSWS (2024-12-01). Extreme casualisation at Oxford University highlights gig-economy conditions across sector. wsws.org Publication by the University and College Union bureaucracy of information exposing the shoddy wages, terms and conditions of academics only adds insult to injury to its 120,000 union members, as all this was enforced with the complicity of the education unions.

A A (2024-12-01). The failure of COP29: Does the "Green Agenda" have a future? strategic-culture.su

A a (2024-12-01). Fracasso da COP29: A "Agenda Verde" tem futuro? strategic-culture.su

A A (2024-12-01). Israel and U.S. display the demographic problem of liberal democracy. strategic-culture.su The right to vote makes certain communities seen as enemies to be physically fought. Democracy, therefore, establishes a war of all against all, which supposedly precedes the social contract. | Join us on , , and . | Cont…

A A (2024-12-01). La modernidad liberal se devora a sí misma. strategic-culture.su

A A (2024-12-01). Russian forces are gobbling up territory in Ukraine at a rapid pace, and so the western elite have decided to gamble with all of our lives… strategic-culture.su by Michael | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | If the trajectory of the war in Ukraine remains the same, Russia will win. The only way that Ukra…

A A (2024-12-01). Trump potrebbe essere bloccato dall'Oreshnik sull'Ucraina ancora prima di arrivare in Cina. strategic-culture.su Con Oreshnik che ora entra nel quadro, ovunque l'Egemone cercherà di molestare la Cina dovrà anche affrontare la Russia. | Segue nostro Quando si tratta di armi russe all'avanguardia, quello che l'inestimabile Ray McGovern definisce il

A A (2024-12-01). What is the West's end-goal in Ukraine? strategic-culture.su The policy of incremental escalation is looking increasingly unwise | By Paul ROBINSON | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | Back in 1997, when Ca…

Ali Salam (2024-12-01). Israeli Army Assassinates Four Palestinians Near Jenin. imemc.org Israeli forces executed four Palestinian young men, on Sunday, after targeting their vehicle in the village of Sir, south of Jenin in the northern occupied West Bank. The Palestinian Health Ministry announced that it was informed by the General Authority for Civil Affairs that occupation forces killed four unidentified young men in the village of …

Ali Salam (2024-12-01). Israeli Forces Shoot Three Palestinians, Assault One, Near Nablus and Tulkarem. imemc.org On Saturday, Israeli forces shot three Palestinians, including two children, and assaulted a child, in the governorates of Nablus and Tulkarem, in the northern and northwestern parts of the occupied West Bank. Occupation forces shot a Palestinian young man with live ammunition, on Saturday afternoon, after storming the town of Beita, south of Nablus in …

aljazeera (2024-12-01). Death toll from sectarian violence in northwest Pakistan rises to 130. aljazeera.com Violence has escalated in the region after gunmen opened fire on convoys carrying Shia pilgrims on November 21.

aljazeera (2024-12-01). Georgia protests spread as prime minister dismisses call for new elections. aljazeera.com Demonstrations spread across the country over ruling party's path away from EU membership, shift towards Russia.

aljazeera (2024-12-01). Negotiators fail to agree on UN treaty to curb global plastic pollution. aljazeera.com As the threat from plastic pollution mounts, countries could only agree to postpone negotiations to a later date.

aljazeera (2024-12-01). Four Palestinians killed in Israeli attack near Jenin in occupied West Bank. aljazeera.com Attack on village of Sir brings Palestinian death toll in the territory to at least 790 since beginning of Gaza war.

aljazeera (2024-12-01). Senegal seeks answers 80 years after French colonial massacre of soldiers. aljazeera.com Commemoration prompts renewed calls for investigation into the killing of African soldiers by the French army in 1944.

aljazeera (2024-12-01). Social Democrats win Iceland's snap elections as incumbents punished. aljazeera.com Social Democratic Alliance wins the largest share of votes but will need to form a coalition to govern.

aljazeera (2024-12-01). Syria opposition fighters push towards Hama as gov't forces launch assault. aljazeera.com Russian and Syrian jets reportedly attack Idlib city on fifth day of opposition's surprise advance in northwest Syria.

aljazeera (2024-12-01). Trump taps Lebanon-born Massad Boulos as Arab and Middle East adviser. aljazeera.com Boulos is the father-in-law of Trump's daughter Tiffany and led campaign outreach to Arab Americans.

aljazeera (2024-12-01). Mapping who controls what in Syria. aljazeera.com Opposition fighters led by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham seize control of large parts of Aleppo as they push south.

aljazeera (2024-12-01). It's time to tax fossil fuels and shipped goods to fund climate resilience. aljazeera.com Climate-stricken regions are sinking into debt. We can stop that by financing the loss and damage fund through levies.

aljazeera (2024-12-01). Loving it: Populist on populist violence. aljazeera.com Trump's fans in Canada are outraged now that he has threatened tariffs.

aljazeera (2024-12-01). What's next for Syria's President Bashar al-Assad and his allies? aljazeera.com

aljazeera (2024-12-01). Syrian rebel advance brings exiled Aleppo residents back to city. aljazeera.com Syrian opposition fighters have pushed Assad's forces out of Aleppo, allowing exiled residents to return.

aljazeera (2024-12-01). US surgeon breaks down reading stories from Gaza doctors. aljazeera.com US paediatric surgeon Dr Tanya Haj-Hassan broke down in tears at a UN hearing as she recounted stories from Gaza.

aljazeera (2024-12-01). Israel to be "more forceful" with any Hezbollah "skirmishes" aljazeera.com Drew Mikhael on why Israel may consider ratcheting up its military response to any ceasefire violations by Hezbollah.

aljazeera (2024-12-01). Patricia Scotland on the Commonwealth's future and its colonial past. aljazeera.com The Commonwealth faces questions about its relevance amid climate change and inequality. Can it adapt to changes?>

aljazeera (2024-12-01). Ding, Dommaraju tied after six games at World Chess Championship. aljazeera.com Teen challenger Gukesh Dommaraju of India holds reigning champ Ding Liren after first week of competition.

aljazeera (2024-12-01). Verstappen wins Qatar Grand Prix after McLaren fail to secure team title. aljazeera.com Max Verstappen claims his ninth win of the 2024 season as McLaren are made to wait for the constructors' title.

Anas Ambri (2024-12-01). Leak reveals UK lawyers, Israeli government planned 'special unit' to counter human rights reporting. Here's what we know. mondoweiss.net Leaked documents show the extent of collaboration between the pro-Israel legal advocacy group and the Israeli government, in their attempt to "counter" the work of human rights organizations such as Human Rights Watch and Amnesty International.

Andrew Korybko (2024-12-01). Le Tchad et le Sénégal s'allient pour expulser la France du Sahel. thealtworld.com La France et les États-Unis devraient appliquer une politique de riposte sur trois fronts. | Jeudi a été une journée historique pour la géopolitique africaine puisque le Tchad a annoncé qu'il expulsait les troupes franàßaises

APR editor (2024-12-01). West Papua: Once was Papuan Independence Day, now facing 'ecocide', transmigration. asiapacificreport.nz On Papuan Independence Day, the focus is on discussing protests against Indonesia's transmigration programme, environmental destruction, militarisation, and the struggle for self-determination. Te Ao MƒÅori News reports. By Te Aniwaniwa Paterson On 1 December 1961, West Papua's national flag, known as the Morning Star, was raised for the first time as a declaration of West…

APR editor (2024-12-01). Civil society groups call on Pacific leaders to 'take responsibility' over Papua injustices. asiapacificreport.nz Asia Pacific Report Twenty five Pacific civil society organisations and solidarity movements have called on Pacific leaders of their "longstanding responsibility" to West Papua, and to urgently address the "ongoing gross human rights abuses" by Indonesia. The organisations — including the Pacific Conference of Churches (PCC), Fiji Council of Social Services (FCOSS). Pacific Network on…

Arvind Dilawar (2024-12-01). Israel's "Red Cross" Contributes to Apartheid in the West Bank. counterpunch.org Image by Ash Hayes. Image by Ash Hayes. Image by Ash Hayes. Image by Ash Hayes. Image by Ash Hayes. Image by Ash Hayes. Image by Ash Hayes. Image by Ash Hayes. Image by Ash Hayes. Image by Ash Hayes. Image by Ash Hayes. Image by Ash Hayes. Image by Ash Hayes. Image by Ash […] | To read this article, log in If you are logged in but can't read CP+ articles, check the status of your access

Aseel Saleh (2024-12-01). Terrorist groups take control over key areas in northwestern Syria amid fierce clashes with government forces. peoplesdispatch.org The United States has for decades used its proxies, in Syria represented by terrorist groups, to destabilize the West Asia region.

Bilal Irfan, Abdullah Ghali, Sarah Siddiqui, Abeerah Muhammad, Shraddha Shah (2024-12-01). Blocking humanitarian medical aid in Gaza is a death sentence. mondoweiss.net As healthcare workers who have recently participated in medical missions to Gaza, the West Bank, and Lebanon, we are greatly alarmed by Israel's decision to bar at least eight medical organizations to Gaza. The medical community must speak out.

Caitlin Johnstone (2024-12-01). They Lied About Gaza, And They're Lying About Syria. caitlinjohnstone.com.au If you saw through the lies about Gaza, don't stop there. Keep going. Keep pulling on threads. Keep learning. Stay curious. They lied about Gaza, they lied about Iraq, they lied about Libya, they lied about Ukraine, and they're lying about Syria too.

Caitlin Johnstone (2024-12-01). They Lied About Gaza, And They're Lying About Syria: Notes From The Edge Of The Narrative Matrix. thealtworld.com Al-Qaeda affiliates with a history of receiving western funding have reactivated in Syria along with Turkish-backed fighters to recapture …

EDWIN (2024-12-01). Check your HIV status, urges Dr Nobatyi. sanews.gov.za Check your HIV status, urges Dr Nobatyi | "People must be encouraged to test for and know their HIV status as this will save lives," says Senior Clinical Manager, Dr Phumza Nobatyi. | Dr Nobatyi was speaking to SAnews on the sidelines of the World Aids Day commemoration at the Sisa Dukashe stadium in Mdantsane, in the Eastern Cape on Sunday. | She said living with HIV was no longer like in the past when people were dying because there was no treatment available. | Today, patients with HIV are living healthy and normal lives. "It's not a death sentence, it can be treated," she said. | Dr Nobatyi is a Senior Clinic…

EDWIN (2024-12-01). South Africans called to unite against HIV and Aids. sanews.gov.za South Africans called to unite against HIV and Aids | The fight against HIV and Aids requires all South Africans to act together, says Deputy President Paul Mashatile. | Addressing the World Aids Day commemoration at the Sisa Dukashe stadium in Mdantsane, in the Easten Cape on Sunday, the Deputy President said while significant strides have been made in ensuring that 95% of people living with HIV know their status, the same cannot be said with respect to ensuring that 95% of people who know their status are on treatment and that 95% of people on treatment are virally suppressed. | "As of June 2024, only 79% of pe…

Eric Zuesse (2024-12-01). Trump Heads for War Against Some Nations, Alienation Against Others. dissidentvoice.org U.S. President-Elect Donald Trump is heading America towards very hot wars against China, Russia, and Iran, and for rather cold wars against Mexico, Canada, Europe, and Japan. The difference from Biden-Harris is unclear with regard to the hot wars — Trump has picked a team who overall are as neoconservative as the existing team — …

Gabriel Aguirre (2024-12-01). Bogota Chapter Participates In Action For Peace And Memory / Capítulo En Bogotá Participa En Acción Por La Paz Y La Memoria. worldbeyondwar.org Event held in memory of the victims of the war in Colombia. #WorldBEYONDWar.

Gabriel Aguirre (2024-12-01). Message from Victor Gaute, Vice President of the Cuban Institute of Friendship with Peoples / Mensaje de Victor Gaute Vicepresidente del ICAP sobre la base militar de Guantánamo. worldbeyondwar.org In this video, Victor Gaute, vice president of the Cuban Institute of Friendship with the Peoples, talks with us about the current status of the U.S. military base in Guantanamo. #WorldBEYONDWar…

Gabrielle Pickard-Whitehead (2024-12-01). 'Christmas cancelled': The growing influence of US Christian right on UK politics and media. leftfootforward.org Tune into GB News (if you dare), and you'd swear Christmas was on the brink of collapse, with its flood of headlines about "banned carols," Santa volunteers being "sacked," and "Christian outrage" over drag performances.

Gabrielle Pickard-Whitehead (2024-12-01). Disability campaigners criticise rail company's 'stealth' ticket office cuts plan. leftfootforward.org 'This is not a minor change, it is a significant one, and the proposed changes need to be urgently U-turned.'

Gabrielle Pickard-Whitehead (2024-12-01). Government urged to launch urgent plan for upgrading heat-leaking homes. leftfootforward.org With another rise in gas and electricity bills confirmed for the new year, there is mounting pressure on the government to take action. | After a decline in the price cap in April and July 2024, rates increased in October and will rise again in January. From January 1 to March 31, 2025, gas prices will be capped at 6.34p per kilowatt hour (kWh), and electricity at 24.86p per kWh. The annual bill for a typical dual-fuel household will increase to £1,738, a £21 rise from the previous cap. | Anti-poverty campaigners are concerned about the impact of these rising costs, especially as energy debt levels…

IMEMC News (2024-12-01). Day 421 Update: Israel Kills More Than 100 Palestinians in Gaza. imemc.org On Saturday, Day 421 of the ongoing genocide, Israeli missiles killed more than one hundred Palestinians and injured dozens, including many children and women, across the devastated, besieged, and starved Gaza Strip. On Saturday evening, the army committed a massacre in the Tal Az-Za'tar area in northern Gaza, killing at least forty Palestinians. Medical sources …

IMEMC News (2024-12-01). UPDATED Day 422 in Gaza: Ethnic Cleansing Continues with Ongoing Israeli Bombardment. imemc.org On Sunday, day 422 of the ongoing Israeli genocide of the Palestinian population in Gaza, Israeli forces dropped bombs on Palestinian civilians in central and southern Gaza.

IMEMC News (2024-12-01). Hamas Agrees to US/Israel Terms for 12-Day Ceasefire. imemc.org According to diplomatic sources, the Hamas delegation that traveled to Cairo three days ago for ceasefire negotiations has agreed to the terms presented by the US and Israel for a 12-day ceasefire with the release of some of the remaining Israeli prisoners of war being held in Gaza by Hamas members. Israeli officials would need …

IMEMC News (2024-12-01). Israeli Colonizers Attack Homes, Farmers, In Hebron. imemc.org On Saturday evening, illegal Israeli paramilitary colonizers fired live rounds at Palestinian homes in the village of At-Tabaqa, southwest of Hebron in the occupied West Bank's southern part. Eyewitnesses said that a group of armed colonizers from the Negohot illegal colony and a newly established outpost on stolen Palestinian land in the Khallet Taha area …

J.D. Hester (2024-12-01). Why Establishment Democrats Keep Getting Tulsi Gabbard Wrong. dissidentvoice.org One of the most-used libelous labels of establishment Democrats is "Russian asset", a term used to disparage those on the right and on the left opposed to continuing U.S. support for the war in Ukraine. Like many liberal conspiracy theories, such as the now-debunked Russiagate theory, which posited that Russia successfully interfered in the 2016 …

Kim Petersen (2024-12-01). American Voters: Ignorant, Insouciant, or Both? dissidentvoice.org In the US presidential election on 5 November 2024, American voters provided people in the United States and elsewhere a stupendous gift: the ouster of the Joe Biden-Kamala Harris administration. Simultaneously, the voters bequeathed fellow Americans and people of the world the nightmare of four more years of Donald Trump. Prior to the election, I …

Leonid Savin (2024-12-01). US Decline, APEC and Geo-Economics the Chinese Way. thealtworld.com The APEC itself is a platform that falls well within the description of classical liberalism. In fact, even if one reads the declarations and statements adopted, they may also fit the statements of the US leadership. | For example, the g…

____ (2024-12-01). Visit By Kinzhal… smoothiex12.blogspot.com of the deeply recessed and reinforced Command Post of VSU's group in Donbass. It is an older video (from April) but it gives a very good demonstration that in the real war there is no defense against hypersonic weapons for NATO. Most of the command posts of this "bunker" nature will be detected, identified and annihilated with all personnel in them, because nothing lives after the arrival of Kinzhal. This is the reality of modern war for which NATO forces are utterly unprepared and will not be for a long time, if ever. That's what happens when one lives in the fantasy world of military techno porn and…

____ (2024-12-01). Why Kellogg's Mission Is Impossible. smoothiex12.blogspot.com And why it is too late for Germany.

nosihle (2024-12-01). Journalists called to tell positive African stories. sanews.gov.za Journalists called to tell positive African stories | While the continent faces many challenges, South African award-winning journalist, Benjamin Moshatama, has emphasised the importance of telling positive stories that reflect the progress and development in Africa. | With his story on the importance of shared water resources in the Southern African Development Community (SADC) regional integration and development and the contribution of the Kingdom of Lesotho in the management of shared water resources, Moshatama won second prize in the Radio Category at the SADC Media Awards Competition. | "I was inspired to d…

nosihle (2024-12-01). Law enforcement authorities remove 264 unroadworthy taxis in Pretoria. sanews.gov.za Law enforcement authorities remove 264 unroadworthy taxis in Pretoria | The Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) has vowed to intensify road safety operations across the country this festive season. | This comes after law enforcement authorities in Pretoria removed 264 unroadworthy taxis from the road during an operation in Soshanguve on Friday. | The operation identified vehicles that were unroadworthy or suspected to be stolen as well as drivers operating without a driving licence or public driving permit. | "Fines were issued in terms of the Administrative Adjudication of Road Traffic Offences for crac…

nosihle (2024-12-01). Minister announces 24/7 road safety operations at accident hotspots. sanews.gov.za Minister announces 24/7 road safety operations at accident hotspots | Law enforcement authorities will be policing 20 of the country's routes that have been identified as high-risk zones for accidents 24 hours a day, seven days a week, during the festive season to ensure road safety and compliance with the law. | "The best research available tells us that most crashes occur during weekends, late at night and in the early hours of the morning. Accordingly, 24/7 traffic policing will be conducted on these routes over the festive season," Minister of Transport Barbara Creecy said on Sunday in Pretoria. | She was ad…

nosihle (2024-12-01). Minister Simelane to attend annual gathering of States Parties of ICC. sanews.gov.za Minister Simelane to attend annual gathering of States Parties of ICC | Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development Thembi Simelane will represent South Africa at the 23rd Session of the Assembly of States Parties (ASP) of the International Criminal Court (ICC) at the World Forum Convention Centre in The Hague this week. | The ASP is the ICC's principal management and legislative body, comprising all States Parties that have ratified or acceded to the Rome Statute. | "The session will bring together Heads of State, government Ministers, Deputy Ministers, and Ambassadors from ICC States Parties. The ASP con…

nosihle (2024-12-01). President notes settlement agreement with Solidarity on BELA Act. sanews.gov.za President notes settlement agreement with Solidarity on BELA Act | President Cyril Ramaphosa has noted the settlement agreement between the Minister of Basic Education Siviwe Gwarube and the Solidarity union on the Basic Education Laws Amendment (BELA) Act. | The BELA Bill was passed by the 6th democratic Parliament on 26 October 2023. The President assented to the Bill on 13 September 2024. | During the public signing of the Bill, President Ramaphosa announced his decision to delay the implementation date for sections 4 and 5 by three months. | "The decision was to afford parties time to deliberate on the issu…

nosihle (2024-12-01). President pays tribute to MTN. sanews.gov.za President pays tribute to MTN | President Cyril Ramaphosa has paid tribute to telecommunications provider MTN for transforming the lives of millions of people in the country and across the continent of Africa. | "In countries like South Africa, MTN has sought to ensure that no one is left behind. Its network reaches some 97% of the population, providing a foundation for digital inclusion and economic empowerment," the President said on Friday in Johannesburg. | Addressing MTN's 30 years celebration gala dinner, President Ramaphosa said over the past three decades, MTN has evolved from a small South African start-…

nosihle (2024-12-01). Weather service warns of heatwave. sanews.gov.za Weather service warns of heatwave | The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has warned of a heatwave over the central and south-eastern parts of the North West and the northern parts of the Free State next week until Wednesday. | These conditions will also be experienced in the north-western parts of Kwazulu-Natal, north-eastern parts of the North West, Gauteng, Limpopo and Mpumalanga until at least Friday. | There is a specific criterion that the South African Weather Service applies to each town or city in order to determine whether heat wave conditions are met or not. | According to the weather service, if th…

Pablo Meriguet (2024-12-01). Guatemalan justice suspends the party of President Arévalo. peoplesdispatch.org In a case that many have described as political persecution and an attempt at destabilization, the Semilla party filed a writ of amparo and hoped to reverse the decision of the Prosecutor's Office, a fierce opponent of Arévalo's progressive government.

Pacific Media Watch (2024-12-01). Moana 2: The magic is missing in this half-baked Pacific sequel. asiapacificreport.nz REVIEW: By Sam Rillstone, RNZ News Disney has returned to Motunui with Moana 2, a sequel to the 2016 hit Moana. But have they been able to recapture the magic? This time, the story sees Moana (voiced by Auli'i Cravalho) setting out from her home island once again to try reconnect with the lost people…

Paul Craig Roberts (2024-12-01). The Return of Status-based Law. thealtworld.com

PCHR (2024-12-01). PCHR: Israel's Perpetuation of Starvation as Weapon of Genocide: World Central Kitchen Vehicle Targeted in Israeli Airstrike in Khan Younis. imemc.org November 30, 2024 — Palestinian Centre for Human Rights (PCHR) — The Palestinian Centre for Human Rights (PCHR) condemns in the strongest terms the Israeli airstrike on a vehicle belonging to the World Central Kitchen (WCK) in Khan Younis. The incident claimed the lives of five Palestinians, including three WCK staff members. Following the incident, …

Poppie Mphuthing (2024-12-01). Canadian PM meets with Trump as trade tensions flare. america.cgtn.com Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau returned home Saturday, Nov. 30, after a trip to Florida and a meeting with U.S. President-elect Donald Trump the day before. | The face-to-face meeting comes as Trump threatens to slap tariffs on Canadian goods once he takes office. | CGTN's Poppie Mphuthing reports.

Ryan Cristián (2024-12-01). Vanessa Beeley Interview — The Truth About What Is Happening In Syria. thelastamericanvagabond.com Joining me today is independent investigative journalist, Vanessa Beeley, here to break down the situation in Syria, wherein a renewed effort appears to be underway to destabilize and possibly further occupy the country. Vanessa and Ryan discuss the recent events in Syria (and Georgia), currently being described by many online as an "invasion" or a

SKWAWKBOX (2024-12-01). Video: Israel jails 14yo Palestinian boy. skwawkbox.org Israeli Supreme Court rules it's permissible to imprison children as adults 14yo Palestinian Ayham Al-Salaymeh was imprisoned in Israel today after the country's Supreme Court ruled it is permissible to arrest and jail children. Al-Salayme was under house arrest at his family home in Ras Al-Amud, East Jerusalem for fourteen months before his imprisonment for …

Staff (2024-12-01). Se reanima el Parque Ecológico Monte Barreto. cubadebate.cu Con una extensión de una 15 hectáreas, el Parque Ecológico Monte Barreto, en el municipio habanero de Playa, es uno de los pulmones de la ciudad, un gran espacio verde propicio para el descanso, la contemplación de la naturaleza y las actividades familiares de ocio al aire libre. Recreatur, del Grupo Empresarial del Comercio Interior de La Habana (GECI), tiene desde 2019 el encargo de atender un canopy y los servicios gastronómicos de tres ranchones en Monte Barreto.

Staff (2024-12-01). Canciller expresa solidaridad de Cuba con pueblo y gobierno sirios. cubadebate.cu El canciller de Cuba, Bruno Rodríguez, expresó este domingo la solidaridad y apoyo de la nación caribeña con el pueblo de Siria, ante los recientes ataques de grupos terroristas contra la ciudad de Alepo. El doplomático demandó que se respete la soberanía, la estabilidad y la integridad territorial de esa nación.

Staff (2024-12-01). Crean empresa mixta para la construcción de un parque acuático en La Habana. cubadebate.cu La Cámara de Comercio de la República de Cuba informó a través de sus redes sociales sobre la constitución de la empresa mixta Parque Acuático S.A., cuya instalación recreativa se construirá en el Acuario Nacional de Cuba, para el disfrute de la familia cubana y visitantes extranjeros.

Staff (2024-12-01). III Pleno: La prensa cubana en ´turno ª de laboratorio. cubadebate.cu El programa incluyó la evaluación de las vulnerabilidades del sistema mediático ante situaciones excepcionales; el análisis de la experiencia de expansión y perfeccionamiento del Colegio Universitario y del Servicio Militar para las jóvenes que ingresan a la carrera de Periodismo, con una propuesta de iniciativa para el trabajo de formación vocacional.

Staff (2024-12-01). La única opción de los demócratas. cubadebate.cu Mientras se digiere la conmoción por la victoria de Donald Trump, los analistas y los políticos reflexionan sobre lo que significa para el futuro de Estados Unidos y de la política global. Entender por qué una figura tan divisiva y poco calificada volvió a ganar es crucial para los demócratas. øSe fueron demasiado a la izquierda y perdieron a los estadunidenses moderados que conforman una mayoría?

Staff (2024-12-01). Las armas secretas eran de Trump. cubadebate.cu Han pasado siete años del gran embuste conocido como el "síndrome de La Habana", según el cual diplomáticos estadunidenses padecieron supuestas agresiones acústicas en Cuba que comprometieron su salud. Una de las especulaciones en boga era que los "sonidos dolorosos" que percibían de manera selectiva los funcionarios se debían a ataques con armas de microondas. Con el tiempo, el bulo se fue desvaneciendo por falta de evidencia científica.

Staff (2024-12-01). 2024-12-01: News Headlines. south-america.positiveuniverse.com • admin | Sun, 01 Dec 2024 11:19:50 +0000 | | Misión Verdad, Orinoco Tribune. (2024-12-01). The Geopolitical Dimensions Of The US BOLIVAR Act. popularresistance.org Awaiting approval by the US Senate, the bipartisan bill titled "Banning Operations and Leases with the Illegitimate Venezuelan Authoritarian Regime Act," known by its forced acronym "BOLIVAR Act," represents a milestone in the institutionalization of illegal sanctions against Venezuela. | This […] | | Misión Verdad, Orinoco Tribune. (2024-12-01).
• Sat, 30 Nov 2024 15:32:33 +0000 | | Internationalist 360 ∞ (2024-11-30). The Grave Crisis in Bolivia: Interview with Rafael Bautista.

The Independent (2024-12-01). Ballistic missile from Yemen intercepted before entering Israel. independent.co.ug JERUSALEM, Israel | Xinhua | Israel's military said Sunday that it intercepted a ballistic missile launched from Yemen before it entered Israeli airspace. The missile triggered sirens in several cities and communities across central Israel, the military said in a statement. Fragments from the missile or the interceptor fell in the playground of a kindergarten …

The Independent (2024-12-01). CEOs challenged to practice legacy leadership. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The CEO Apprenticeship Program (CAP) continues to offer insightful knowledge and training capacity for the next generation leaders in Uganda facilitated by the CEO Summit Uganda. The 8 th of November saw 20 senior leaders graduate from the 12 th CAP program with a task to lead with a …

The Independent (2024-12-01). Judicial officers asked to prioritize fear of God over man. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Judicial officers were urged to prioritize the fear of God over the fear of man in their decision-making processes during the Judiciary's first-ever Prayer Breakfast and Thanksgiving ceremony, held in Kampala on Friday. The event brought together judicial officers from across the country to reflect on the importance of spiritual …

The Independent (2024-12-01). Judiciary deploys newly appointed Judicial officers, transfers 45. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Judiciary has deployed 25 newly appointed judicial officers and transferred 45 others, including Registrars and Magistrates, in an effort to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in service delivery across various courts nationwide. In a press statement issued on Saturday, Chief Justice Alfonse Chigamoy Owiny-Dollo welcomed the deployments and transfers, describing …

The Independent (2024-12-01). Poor parenting, petty jobs blamed for high dropout rate in West Nile. independent.co.ug Moyo, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Primary school headteachers in West Nile have attributed the high dropout rate of Primary Seven candidates to parental neglect and the lure of numerous petty jobs that attract learners. The number of candidates in West Nile has been decreasing by thousands over the past two years. Records from the West Nile …

The Independent (2024-12-01). Postbank Uganda reassures country after counterfeit cash incident. independent.co.ug Mbale, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | After PostBank (PBU) confirmed that the bank's internal control mechanism had discovered counterfeit notes worth sh500million in Mbale branch, Uganda Police has arrested implicated staff, and where there were lapses in oversight of the branch operations, the bank has suspended the responsible staff pending conclusion of the investigation. Initial …

The Independent (2024-12-01). Regulation or Discrimination? Uganda's proposed IVF Law could be both. independent.co.ug WAKISO, Uganda | Nakisanze Segawa Global Press Journal Uganda | A little more than a year after Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni signed one of the world's harshest LGBTQ+ laws, another bill under parliamentary review has reignited concerns over the rights of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and other sexual and gender minorities in the country — …

The Independent (2024-12-01). Researchers: Finding HIV cure still high on agenda. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | As they held a candlelight event in remembrance of those who died of AIDS, researchers at the Makerere University Walter Reed Project (MUWRP) said despite Uganda getting involved in many botched trials to find an effective vaccine, the country still needs a cure suitable for the Uganda setting. Speaking at …

The Independent (2024-12-01). Study: Campaign health workers satisfied with cashless payments. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Evidence from a study by Makerere University School of Public Health suggests that adopting digital payment for health workers involved in short-term contracts for health campaigns helps eliminate fraud and other challenges associated with handling cash. Speaking at a results dissemination event, Prof. Peter Waiswa, a researcher at the School …

The Lever (2024-12-01). LEVER WEEKLY: Gone To The DOGEs. levernews.com What The Lever Published This Week: : My DOGE Job ApplicationDavid Sirota has a plan for Donald Trump, Elon Musk, and Vivek Ramaswamy's government efficiency department.The LeverDavid Sirota Biden's Last-Minute Gift To Corporate LawbreakersA new Justice Department policy update says that even repeat corporate offenders can avoid prosecution if they "make good faith efforts" to come clean.The LeverHelen Santoro Tom Suarez (2024-12-01). Theater production 'Cutting the Tightrope' tackles censorship — and genocide — head-on. mondoweiss.net The new London theater production "Cutting the Tightrope: The Divorce of Politics from Art" takes direct aim at the British government's campaign to stifle free speech and activism on Palestine.

tvbrics (2024-12-01). BRICS News Digest for the previous week. tvbrics.com We will tell you what has happened in economics, politics, culture, science and education in the BRICS countries…

tvbrics (2024-12-01). Saudi authorities launch new initiative to attract tourists to the Hail region. tvbrics.com Hail is among the country's regions with the richest cultural heritage…

tvbrics (2024-12-01). South Africa's chairmanship of G20 officially starts. tvbrics.com The country is expected to focus on achieving the Sustainable Development Goals and advancing the interests of the Global South…

United World International (2024-12-01). The US sanctions against Gazprombank — a wakeup call for all. uwidata.com By Yunus Soner On November 21, The United States announced applying sanctions against the Russian Gazprombank, an entity until today excepted from Washington's pressure. Why is the Gazprombank important? What role does it play it the Turkish-Russian relations? And even further than that, for European countries? And how can the affected countries react to it. …

Urban CNY News (2024-12-01). CONSUMER ALERT: Attorney General James Warns New Yorkers Against Price Gouging Amid Snowstorm in Western New York. urbancny.com New York — On Saturday, November 30th, New York Attorney General Letitia James issued an alert warning businesses against price gouging of essential items amid a strong lake effect snowstorm bringing heavy snow to Western New York. A state of emergency has been declared by the Governor in Allegany, Erie, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Genesee, Herkimer, Jefferson, Lewis, Oswego, St. Lawrence, and Wyoming counties. New York's price gouging law prevents businesses from taking advantage of consumers by selling essential goods or services at an excessively higher price during market disruptions or emergencies. Attorn…

Urban CNY News (2024-12-01). Governor Hochul and District Attorney Katz Announce Landmark Indictment in $2 Million Organized Retail Theft Bust Ahead of Holiday Shopping Season. urbancny.com Sprawling Criminal Operation Busted by Undercover State Police and Members of Governor's Retail Theft Task Force — Allegedly Stole Nearly $2 Million in Retail Goods Governor Hochul Secured New Protections Against Organized Retail Theft That Were Signed Into Law With the FY25 Enacted Budget New Law Criminalizes Fostering the Sale of Stolen Goods — Charge Being Used for the First Time Since Enacted Ahead of the holiday shopping season, Governor Kathy Hochul and Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz announced a landmark indictment in the ongoing fight against organized retail theft. The indictment allege…

Urban CNY News (2024-12-01). Syracuse Pond Hockey Classic will Return to Clinton Square on Saturday, Jan. 25, 2025. urbancny.com Downtown Syracuse becomes permanent home to outdoor hockey tournament Vinny Lobdell and Family support Syracuse community as presenting sponsor Syracuse, N.Y. — The Syracuse Pond Hockey Classic, a one-day outdoor hockey tournament, will return to historic Clinton Square in 2025 on Saturday, January 25. Vinny Lobdell and Family continue as the presenting sponsor of the tournament. The three-on-three competition will be played following pond hockey rules on two reduced-size rinks on the Clinton Square ice.16 teams will compete with games beginning at 10 a.m. Final round competition begins under the lights dow…

AJE (2024-12-01). World Food Programme refuses to supply flour to Gaza families lined up at bakeries. indybay.org Gaza's Government Media Office says hunger and suffering among Palestinians in the besieged enclave have reached "catastrophic" levels, and called on the World Food Programme (WFP) to "uphold its duty" and resume the distribution of much-needed flour.

Al-Manar English Website (2024-12-01). Israeli Enemy Continues Violations of Ceasefire in South Lebanon. indybay.org Disturbed by the speedy return of Lebanese citizens who rushed on board their vehicles shortly as the ceasefire took effect at 4: 00 A.M. on Wednesday, the Israeli enemy has been staging such breaches in a bid to prevent the Lebanese people from returning their towns and villages across the border with occupied Palestine. | ùêìùê°ùêû ùêàùê¨ùê´ùêöùêûùê•ùê&cent…

Angela (2024-12-01). Friday 12/6: Power Half Hour for Gaza. indybay.org Zoom | http: //jvp.org/gazaph…

Angela (2024-12-01). Friday 12/6: Virtual Action Hour. indybay.org Zoom | afsc.org/events/action-hour-cease-fire-n……

Angela (2024-12-01). Friday 12/6: Webinar: Palestine Solidarity Announcements. indybay.org Zoom | bit.ly/FridayPSAs…

ASATA (2024-12-01). Sunday 12/1: Solidarity Action On 40th Anniversary Of Bhopal At Indian Consulate. indybay.org San Francisco Indian Consulate | 540 Arguello Blvd. | San Francisco…

Ceasefire Postcards (2024-12-01). Sunday 12/1: Ceasefire Postcards Pop Up. indybay.org 1122 University Ave, Berkeley CA…

Codepink (2024-12-01). Tuesday 12/3: Peace in Ukraine-When? Codepink Congress Capitol Calling Party. indybay.org Zoom | www.codepink.org/cpc123…

Dan Bacher (2024-12-01). Three water agencies vote to fund Delta Tunnel as a broad coalition opposes it. indybay.org The project is opposed by a big coalition of Tribes, fishing groups, conservation organizations, Delta residents, Delta counties and water districts, scientists and water ratepayers. Opponents say the tunnel, by diverting Sacramento River water before it reaches the Delta, will drive already imperiled Delta smelt, longfin smelt, Sacramento winter-run and spring-run Chinook salmon, Central Valley steelhead, green sturgeon and other fish species to extinction and have a devastating impact on Tribal, fishing, farming and environmental justice communities.

Dan Bacher (2024-12-01). Bay-Delta Plan, Delta Tunnel Discussed in Metropolitan Water District Meeting. indybay.org Max Gomberg, representing the Shingle Springs Band of Miwok Indians, addressed constraints tied to the Bay-Delta Plan, emphasizing tribal beneficial water uses and anticipated litigation over public trust and water rights,…

Dave DeCamp (2024-12-01). Boris Johnson: 'We're Waging a Proxy War' in Ukraine. news.antiwar.com Former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson acknowledged in an interview last week that the West is waging a "proxy war" against Russia in Ukraine and argued NATO hasn't done enough to achieve victory. "We're waging a proxy war, but we're not giving our proxies the ability to do the job. For years now, we've been …

Dave DeCamp (2024-12-01). Former Israeli Defense Minister Says Israel Is Carrying Out Ethnic Cleansing in Northern Gaza. news.antiwar.com

Dave DeCamp (2024-12-01). Gaza's Civil Defense Says Nearly 100 Killed by Israeli Attacks Over 24 Hours. news.antiwar.com Gaza's Civil Defense said Sunday that Israeli attacks killed nearly 100 over the previous 24 hours as Israeli strikes continued to hit targets across the Strip. "Nearly 100 martyrs were killed in the Gaza Strip within 24 hours as a result of the continuous Israeli bombing operations on homes and citizens' gatherings," the agency said, …

Dave DeCamp (2024-12-01). US OKs New Arms Sales for Taiwan, Taiwanese President Visits Hawaii. news.antiwar.com The US approved new arms sales for Taiwan on Friday, a day before Taiwanese President William Lai Ching-te arrived in Hawaii for a two-day visit as part of a tour of the region. The Pentagon's Defense Security Cooperation Agency said the Biden administration approved two potential arms deals for Taiwan. One is for spare parts …

Dave DeCamp (2024-12-01). Zelensky Says He's Willing To Cede Territory in Exchange for NATO Protection. news.antiwar.com On Friday, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said he was willing to temporarily cede territory to Russia to bring an end to the war in exchange for NATO protection over Ukraine. "If we want to stop the hot stage of the war, we should take under [the] NATO umbrella the territory of Ukraine that we have …

David Giesen (2024-12-01). Saturday 11/30: The universal Land Acknowledgement walking tour. indybay.org meet in the lobby of the | American Youth Hostel | 312 Mason Street | San Francisco…

Editor (2024-12-01). Glenn Greenwald: Why You Shouldn't Shun Family Members Over Political Disputes. scheerpost.com

Editor (2024-12-01). Is Donald Trump a 'Neocon?'. scheerpost.com By Michael Tracey / Substack The time has come to retire the term "neocon." While this ignoble moniker may have once described an identifiable ideological tendency, and even a tangible, elite-driven political movement, "neocon" has come to be used almost exclusively as a nebulous slur — always a tell-tale sign of a term's diminishing utility. …

Editor (2024-12-01). Juan Cole: How a Radical Fundamentalist take-over of Damascus could Change the Middle East. scheerpost.com By Juan Cole / Informed Comment Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) — The collapse of the Baathist government of Syria in the north of the country, as the al-Qaeda affiliate HTS (Hay'at Tahrir al-Sham or the Levant Liberation Council) advanced into Aleppo and Hama, could reconfigure the Middle East. The rapidity of the advance and the Muslim fundamentalist …

Editor (2024-12-01). Sebastian Gorka: Potential British Intelligence Asset? scheerpost.com

Editor (2024-12-01). Syrian Islamist Rebels Seize Aleppo, Army Vows Counterattack. scheerpost.com

Evrim Aƒüacƒ± (2024-12-01). Crush At Gaza Bakery Claims Three Lives Amid Food Shortages. indybay.org Desperation soars as families struggle for daily sustenance, leading to tragic stampede. Hearts around the world responded to the tragedy, prompting various countries, including Canada, to announce humanitarian aid. Canada's International Development Minister, Ahmed Hussen, responded to the mounting crisis with pledges of support amounting to $50 million for Palestinian humanitarian assistance to provide urgently needed food and shelter. ùôîùôöùô©, ùôñùô® ùô&copy…

Free Political Prisoners Now (2024-12-01). Barrios Unidos Honors Leonard Peltier with Spirited Event. indybay.org The focal point of an event in Santa Cruz on Nov 29 was the display of a 12-foot statue of Leonard Peltier, member of the American Indian Movement who, following a controversial trial, was convicted of murder in the deaths of two Federal Bureau of Investigation agents in 1975.

Gavrilah (2024-12-01). Wednesday 12/4: Close Guantánamo NOW! indybay.org 24th Street BART…

gazasoupkitchen (2024-12-01). Zionists Target and Assassinate Gaza Soup Kitchen Chef. indybay.org We are a Palestinian family, and despite this sorrow, we hold onto our resolve. May his death be a curse on everyone who has wronged our people. May it become a nightmare for the coward who pulled the trigger—not just against Mahmoud, but against all Palestinians everywhere. His legacy will endure, and his memory will remain a testament to our resilience and strength.

Harry Glasbeek (2024-12-01). The Two Faces of Government 'Largesse'. socialistproject.ca On 29 October, the Doug Ford Conservative government announced that all Ontarians were going to receive a cheque for $200 from the province's coffers, just for being un-incarcerated adult Ontarians. The cost of this 'generosity' to the very same taxpayers will be something above $3-billion. | On 21 November, the Justin Trudeau Liberal government announced (among other 'gifts') that all Canadians who, in 2023, earned less than $150,000 would be the fortunate recipients of a cheque for $250. 18.7 million Canadians are expected to share $4.68-billion of some of their own money. | On 21 November, the Ford governme…

IMEMC (2024-12-01). Hamas Agrees to US/Israel Terms for 12-Day Ceasefire. indybay.org According to diplomatic sources, the Hamas delegation that traveled to Cairo three days ago for ceasefire negotiations has agreed to the terms presented by the US and Israel for a 12-day ceasefire with the release of some of the remaining Israeli prisoners of war being held in Gaza by Hamas members.

infobrics (2024-12-01). India to Triple Nuclear Power Capacity by 2032. infobrics.org The Indian government plans to triple its nuclear power generation capacity to 22.4 gigawatts by 2032, according to recent news sources…

infobrics (2024-12-01). Ethiopia's Growing Economy, Strategic Position in Africa Opens Doors for BRICS Collaboration. infobrics.org Ethiopia's growing economic and strategic position in Africa can present new opportunities for collaboration with Brazil and other member countries within the BRICS bloc, Brazil's Ambassador to Ethiopia Jandyr Ferreira dos Santos told ENA…

infobrics (2024-12-01). Russia Launches BRICS Mining Infrastructure Project. infobrics.org Russia's largest data center operator BitRiver has partnered with the Russian Direct Investment Fund to build mining and AI computing facilities across BRICS nations…

Jason Ditz (2024-12-01). At Least Two Killed as Israel Steps Up Attacks Across Southern Lebanon. news.antiwar.com Media reports are adhering to the idea that the Lebanon ceasefire continues to hold. However, there is an awful lot of firing in southern Lebanon for that to actually be true. Israel began carrying out attacks on Thursday, and those attacks have escalated significantly over the weekend. Israel first airstrikes were against the tiny border …

Julian Cola (2024-12-01). William Worthy May Be the Most Important Journalist You've Never Heard Of. covertactionmagazine.com Blacklisted in the Cold War, Worthy reported on the struggles of Third World people against American neo-colonialism and on oppression within the United States [In light of recent social media shutdowns of the pan-African media outlet, African Stream, we should take note of William Worthy's great contributions and the ensuing repression. In roughly a two-week …

Keren Setton (2024-12-01). Talk of a Hamas-Israel Cease-fire Still Premature, but New US Administration Could Tip the Scales. themedialine.org

Labor Video Project (2024-12-01). S. Africa Protests by COSATU, SAFTU & Palestine Movement Against US $ for Israel Genocide. indybay.org On November 29, 2024 as part of an international day of solidarity with Palestine South African trade unions and activists protested at US consulates and the US embassy in Pretoria. Workers and community members spoke out protesting the US arming of Israel and their support for the genocide.

Maayan Hoffman (2024-12-01). What Does Jack Lew's Tenure Tell Us About Ambassadorship in Wartime? themedialine.org

Maayan Hoffman (2024-12-01). Marginalized Jews Seek Roots as They Fight Back Against Rising Antisemitism. themedialine.org

Monterey Palestine Solidarity (2024-12-01). Sunday 12/8: BDS March. indybay.org Window On The Bay Park, 717 Del Monte Ave, Monterey…

Nathan Klabin (2024-12-01). German Navy Successfully Tests Israeli BlueWhale Drone Sub as Baltic Risks Escalate. themedialine.org

Phil Pasquini (2024-12-01). Children's Suffering in GAZA Memorialized on Black Friday. indybay.org Anti-War and human rights activists memorialized children who have been killed in Gaza during the ongoing humanitarian disaster.

Ron Ridenour (2024-12-01). Scandinavians, the World's Happiest People, Love Killing for the USA. covertactionmagazine.com Part II: The Destruction of the Nord Stream Pipeline: We Came We Saw They Died [This is part 2 of a larger series on Scandinavia. Part I can be read here.—Editors] "If Russia invades—that means tanks or troops crossing the border of Ukraine—then there will be no longer a Nord Stream 2. We will bring …

Shira Dicker (2024-12-01). Murder Within a Miracle: Eyes on the Emirates as Religious Tolerance Is Tested. themedialine.org

Steven Ganot (2024-12-01). German Navy Deploys Israeli Drone Sub To Counter Baltic Threats. themedialine.org

Steven Ganot (2024-12-01). Egyptian Glassmaker Fuses Tradition and Innovation at Venice Glass Week. themedialine.org

The Media Line Staff (2024-12-01). Hostage Edan Alexander Pleads for Help in Hamas Propaganda Footage. themedialine.org

The Media Line Staff (2024-12-01). Yemen Attack Thwarted: Sirens Triggered in Central Israel; Missile Intercepted Outside Borders. themedialine.org

The Media Line Staff (2024-12-01). Moscow and Tehran Reaffirm Support for Assad as Rebels Advance. themedialine.org

theconversation (2024-12-01). After nearly 10 years of debate, COP29's carbon trading deal is seriously flawed. theconversation.com The new system may essentially give countries and companies permission to keep polluting.

United Front Committee For A Labor Party (2024-12-01). Time to Prepare for a Fascist Government and Attacks on the Unions and Oppressed. indybay.org The need for a united front to defend working people and the oppressed is a key task. A fascist government will launch violent, racist and murderous attacks on the oppressed. Only a united front of the entire working class can organize and defend against the coming assaults. We also need a mass democratic working class party as a political alternative to the Democrats and Republicans. Relying on the Democrats to confront fascism has been shown to be utopian and dangerous.

United World International (2024-12-01). The US sanctions against Gazprombank — a wakeup call for all. unitedworldint.com Turkish expert Recep Eràßin describes in interview with UWI consequences and ways out. By Yunus Soner On November 21, The United States announced applying sanctions against the Russian Gazprombank, an entity until today excepted from Washington's pressure. Why is the Gazprombank important? What role does it play it the Turkish-Russian relations? And even further than …

Uwe Froschauer (2024-12-01). A quick war. indybay.org On November 17, 2024, Joe Biden gave the go-ahead for the use of extensive Western weapons for Ukrainian attacks on Russian territory. Specifically, it is about the use of ATACMS missiles (Army Tactical Missile Systems, short-cell tactical ballistic war system of the US Army), in the Kursk region. The reason is the North Korean weapons and troops that the Russians are deploying there.

ecns.cn (2024-12-01). Insights | African official praises high-quality trade collaboration with China at 2nd CISCE. ecns.cn The China International Supply Chain Expo (CISCE) is like "a melting pot" for exchange and collaboration, opening up new routes, new friendship, new channels of cooperation, said an African official in an exclusive interview with China News Network.

ecns.cn (2024-12-01). Xi urges more efforts to adapt Marxism to Chinese context and needs of times. ecns.cn Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, Chinese president and chairman of the Central Military Commission, recently delivered important instructions on the program to study and develop Marxist theory in the new era.

ecns.cn (2024-12-01). Mainland warns Taiwan against seeking separation through force. ecns.cn An attempt by the Lai Ching-te administration in Taiwan to seek separation through force will only lead to danger in the island and its self-destruction, a Chinese mainland spokesman said on Sunday.

ecns.cn (2024-12-01). Long March 12 makes debut flight at new commercial spaceport. ecns.cn China's newest type of carrier rocket, the Long March 12, made its maiden flight on Saturday night, which also marked the debut mission of the Hainan International Commercial Aerospace Launch Center, the nation's first spaceport dedicated to facilitating commercial operations.

ecns.cn (2024-12-01). Chinese carrier rocket blasts off from new commercial launch site. ecns.cn China successfully launched a new carrier rocket into space from the Hainan commercial spacecraft launch site in the southern island province.

ecns.cn (2024-12-01). China's seaside commercial spacecraft launch site completes first mission. ecns.cn China on Saturday successfully launched a new carrier rocket into space from the Hainan commercial spacecraft launch site in the southern island province of Hainan. | The mission was the maiden flight of the Long March-12 carrier rocket, and the first launch mission undertaken by the Hainan commercial spacecraft launch site.

Staff (2024-12-01). Nukes in Ukraine. New warning from President Putin. defenddemocracy.press Only "irresponsible people" can make statements about the possibility of transferring nuclear weapons to Kiev. Russia will use all available weapons if Ukraine obtains nuclear weapons. "We will not allow it." If someone transferred nuclear weapons to Ukraine, it would be a violation of non-proliferation commitments. "If someone were to officially transfer something, then it …

Abdullah Jallow (2024-12-01). The benefits of bravery. salaficentre.com In The Name of Allah, The Most Merciful, The Bestower of Mercy. Imam As-Sadi, may Allah have mercy upon him, said: This is a great quality that Allah commands in many verses about Jihad, praises the people who possess it, declares that it is the path of the Messengers and the Truthful, and forbids its …

IMEMC News (2024-12-01). Day 422 in Gaza: Ethnic Cleansing Continues with Ongoing Israeli Bombardment. imemc.org On Sunday, day 422 of the ongoing Israeli genocide of the Palestinian population in Gaza, Israeli forces dropped bombs on Palestinian civilians in central and southern Gaza. Seven citizens, including two children, were killed and others were injured on Sunday morning in Israeli warplanes' shelling of the central and southern Gaza Strip. Wafa news reported, …

Nathan Porceng, New York Focus (2024-12-01). New York isn't ready to fight more wildfires. grist.org Joseph Nickischer can't remember wildfires like this. | "We've had fires that lasted this long, but not this big," Nickischer, a former chief and current volunteer with the Patterson Volunteer Fire Department, told New York Focus. "You're talking fire lines. … You're not measuring them in a couple hundred feet. You're measuring them in miles." | Wildfires

Alina Bricman (2024-12-01). Romania's far-right 'TikTok Messiah': The dangerous rise of a fan of Nazi collaborators who massacred Jews in WWII. haaretz.com Calin Georgescu has come from nowhere to lead the field for Romania's presidential elections. A conspiracy theorist who calls the country's WWII fascist leaders 'heroes' is a danger for Romania and its Jewish community, and his phone call with an Israeli minister won't change that…

aljazeera (2024-12-01). 'Maya blue': The mystery dye recreated two centuries after it was lost. aljazeera.com

aljazeera (2024-12-01). 'Our seeds, our roots': Sowing hope as Israeli bombs fell on Lebanon. aljazeera.com An agroecological collective in the Bekaa Valley has built a 'seed library' to preserve the region's farming heritage.

aljazeera (2024-12-01). Syrian rebels seize control of Aleppo city in a lightning offensive. aljazeera.com Syrian rebels wrest control of Aleppo city from the Syrian government forces after eight years.

aljazeera (2024-12-01). China blasts US arms sale to Taiwan, President Lai's visit to Hawaii. aljazeera.com Beijing lodges 'serious protests' with the US saying it 'strongly condemns' Taiwanese leader's stopover in Hawaii, Guam.

aljazeera (2024-12-01). Romanians vote in parliamentary elections as far right hopes to make gains. aljazeera.com Parliamentary elections come a week after a right-wing candidate won most votes in first round of presidential election.

aljazeera (2024-12-01). Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,011. aljazeera.com These were the key developments on the 1,011th day of the Russia-Ukraine war.

aljazeera (2024-12-01). Trump picks anti-'deep state' crusader Kash Patel to lead FBI. aljazeera.com Patel has vowed to downsize the top intelligence body and pursue 'conspirators' in the government and media.

aljazeera (2024-12-01). UNRWA pauses aid through key Gaza crossing as hunger stalks Palestinians. aljazeera.com Suspension of humanitarian aid into Gaza comes as Israeli attacks kill almost 100 Palestinians in the last 24 hours.

aljazeera (2024-12-01). Who is Kash Patel, the Trump loyalist tapped to run the FBI? aljazeera.com Appointment of a loyal aide to the FBI post could end long-running tradition of keeping presidents at arm's length.

aljazeera (2024-12-01). Who is Louise Haigh and why has she resigned as UK's transport minister? aljazeera.com Labour party's Haigh was the youngest member of PM Keir Starmer's cabinet when a decade-old fraud case resurfaced.

aljazeera (2024-12-01). Israel kills Gaza aid workers from World Central Kitchen, Save The Children. aljazeera.com World Central Kitchen was forced to pause operations after three more of its employees were killed in Israeli attacks.

aljazeera (2024-12-01). Thousands mourn ex-Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah in Beirut. aljazeera.com Thousands of mourners have gathered in southern Beirut where Hezbollah's leader Hassan Nasrallah was assassinated.

aljazeera (2024-12-01). Video: Norwegian minister pushes for European action to recognise Palestine. aljazeera.com Norway's foreign minister says his country is taking the lead in pushing to establish a Palestinian state.

aljazeera (2024-12-01). MLS Cup final 2024: LA Galaxy vs NY Red Bulls confirmed on December 7. aljazeera.com The New York and Los Angeles teams will face-off for the biggest prize in North American football.

aljazeera (2024-12-01). New Zealand vs England: Bethell, Carse guide visitors to eight-wicket win. aljazeera.com Debutant Bethell's quick 50 and Carse's six-for help the visitors seal an emphatic win on day four in Christchurch.

aljazeera (2024-12-01). Qatar GP: Formula 1 qualifying — Vestappen gets pole, Piastri wins sprint. aljazeera.com Max Verstappen takes pole position for F1's Qatar GP while Oscar Piastri wins sprint race in Saturday's qualifying.

Amos Harel (2024-12-01). In Syria and Lebanon, the Iranian axis has suffered a series of blows, but Israel's not in the clear. haaretz.com Between the agreement with Israel that Hezbollah was forced to accept and the success of the Syrian rebels in Aleppo, the chain reaction to October 7 is being felt from Tehran to Damascus. Meanwhile, it appears that Trump is aiming to end the war in Gaza…

ANDREW MWENDA (2024-12-01). The tragedy of Kiiza Besigye. independent.co.ug How Uganda's opposition leader turned himself into a warmongering power-hungry politician THE LAST WORD | Andrew M. Mwenda | In a sting operation, Uganda's Chieftaincy of Defense Intelligence and Security (CDIS), formerly the Chieftaincy of Military Intelligence (CMI), kidnapped Dr. Kiiza Besigye from Nairobi. Besigye is a leading figure in opposition politics, the longest serving and bitterest opponent …

Carlos Lancho (2024-12-01). Mexico: Report on the disappearances of women and girls related to human trafficking in the State of Mexico. fidh.org

hindustantimes (2024-12-01). Kash Patel: Trump Picks Indian-American Ally As FBI Director; 'Will End Crime Epidemic' | US News. hindustantimes.com US President-elect Donald Trump picked Kash Patel as the new director of the FBI. Patel will replace current FBI director Christopher A. Wray three years before his term expires. In a post on Truth Social, Trump praised Patel as "a brilliant lawyer, investigator, and 'America First' fighter who has spent his career exposing corruption, defending justice, and protecting the American people."

ICRC (2024-12-01). Afghanistan: Assisting communities grappling with the impact of climate change. icrc.org

ICRC (2024-12-01). Armenia: Helping health-care professionals acquire essential life-saving skills. icrc.org

ICRC (2024-12-01). Bangladesh: How Amputee Football is changing the lives of women and girls with disabilities. icrc.org

ICRC (2024-12-01). China: High-level dialogue explores crisis reporting through Chinese and global media lenses. icrc.org

ICRC (2024-12-01). Gaza's Humanitarian Crisis: The ICRC's efforts to provide lifesaving support amid conflict and scarcity. icrc.org

ICRC (2024-12-01). The humanitarian crisis in Lebanon and the ICRC's response. icrc.org 17th September — 1st November, 2024…

ICRC (2024-12-01). How does stigma impact victims/survivors of sexual violence during armed conflict? icrc.org

ICRC (2024-12-01). Iraq: Humanitarian Call for Witnesses from the Gulf War 1990-1991. icrc.org

ICRC (2024-12-01). Mauritius: Conveying meaningful IHL messages through vivid murals. icrc.org

ICRC (2024-12-01). National Society Investment Alliance (NSIA) announces 2024 funding. icrc.org

ICRC (2024-12-01). Opening Statement by Dr Gilles Carbonnier, Vice-President of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) At the event commemorating 75th anniversary of the Geneva Conventions. icrc.org Warsaw, 11 October 2024…

ICRC (2024-12-01). Poland: The ICRC and the Swiss Embassy commemorate the 75th anniversary of the Geneva Conventions. icrc.org

ICRC (2024-12-01). Poland: Response to the international armed conflict between Russia and Ukraine. icrc.org

ICRC (2024-12-01). Prisons in Africa need to be better managed in order to ensure decent conditions of detention. icrc.org

ICRC (2024-12-01). Red Cross Field Hospital in Rafah, Gaza Strip: Facts & Figures November 2024. icrc.org 9 May — 9 November 2024…

ICRC (2024-12-01). Amid a worsening crisis, conflict-affected communities in North Kivu are facing growing economic distress. icrc.org

ICRC (2024-12-01). Egypt: Al-Azhar University and ICRC explore similarities between International Humanitarian Law and Islamic Sharia. icrc.org

ICRC (2024-12-01). Israel-Lebanon: Ceasefire an encouraging step for region exhausted by conflict. icrc.org 27 November 2024…

ICRC (2024-12-01). Sudan: Community kitchens bring vital food relief to thousands in North Darfur as humanitarian conditions worsen. icrc.org

ICRC (2024-12-01). ICRC urges states to uphold the prohibitions of the Anti-personnel Mine Ban Convention. icrc.org Speech of Gilles Carbonnier, Vice-President of the ICRC, on the occasion of the 5th Review Conference of the Anti-personnel Mine Ban Convention, Siem Reap, 25 November 2024…

ICRC (2024-12-01). ICRC Activities in Syria: Facts & Figures (January – June 2024). icrc.org

ICRC (2024-12-01). Speech by ICRC president Mirjana Spoljaric on receiving the 2024 International Bridge Prize of the European City of Gà∂rlitz/Zgorzelec. icrc.org

JOSEPH WERE (2024-12-01). 'Museveni end will be bad'. independent.co.ug Why clientelism, coercion, social control will fail COVER STORY | JOSEPH WERE | "One way or the other, his rule will end." That is the laconic conclusion about President Yoweri Museveni's long reign made by Moses Khisa; the Ugandan-born professor of political science at North Carolina State University, USA. "The end of Museveni's rule will likely …

Maxime Duriez (2024-12-01). Statement on allegations of misconduct against the International Criminal Court prosecutor Karim Khan. fidh.org

Maxime Duriez (2024-12-01). States move towards negotiations for a treaty on crimes against humanity. fidh.org The International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) welcomes the adoption of a breakthrough United Nations General Assembly resolution to begin the elaboration of an international convention on crimes against humanity. States should negotiate a strong convention, reflective of victims and survivors' rights to truth, justice, reparations, protection and meaningful participation in proceedings. Paris, The Hague, 27 November 2024. In a historic development, on Friday 22 November 2024, the (…) | – |

newarab (2024-12-01). 13 more killed in Pakistan sectarian fighting. newarab.com Pakistan is a Sunni-majority country, but Kurram district, in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, near the border with Afghanistan, has a large

newarab (2024-12-01). Biden seen in photo op with Palestine book by Rashid Khalidi. newarab.com Biden was snapped with a copy of the book

newarab (2024-12-01). Ex-minister Yaalon accuses Israel of 'ethnic cleansing' in Gaza. newarab.com Israel's former defence minister Moshe Yaalon on Saturday accused the Israeli army of "ethnic cleansing" in the Gaza Strip, sparking an outcry in the country. | "The road we are being led down is conquest, annexation and ethnic cleansing," Yaalon said in an interview on the private DemocratTV channel. | Pressed on the "ethnic cleansing" appraisal, he continued: "What is happening there? There is no more Beit Lahia, no more Beit Hanoun, the army intervenes in Jabalia and in reality the land is being cleared of Arabs." | The north of the Gaza Strip, which includes the areas Yaalon mentioned, has been the target…

newarab (2024-12-01). Hamas open to 'all ideas' ahead of Gaza truce talks in Cairo. newarab.com Hamas is open to discussing "all ideas and proposals", a senior official of the Palestinian group told AFP, as representatives arrived in Cairo Saturday for talks on a possible ceasefire in Gaza. | The group has "not received any new offer or proposal so far", the official said, speaking on condition of anonymity because of the sensitivity of the topic. | But Hamas "is open to discussing all ideas and proposals that lead to the end of the war, Israel's withdrawal from the Gaza Strip, the return of the displaced, the entry of humanitarian and relief aid, and a serious deal to exchange prisoners," he said. | The…

newarab (2024-12-01). Hamas publishes video of US-Israeli captive in Gaza. newarab.com Palestinian group Hamas published a video of an The family of hostage soldier

newarab (2024-12-01). Kenya and Uganda to mediate in Ethiopia-Somalia dispute. newarab.com

newarab (2024-12-01). Pakistan court bails journalist detained after probing protest. newarab.com A Pakistani court approved bail for a journalist arrested this week after investigating claims of casualties in a "He should be hom…

newarab (2024-12-01). Saudi Arabia 2034 World Cup bid 'medium risk' for human rights. newarab.com

newarab (2024-12-01). Spain approves Saudi Arabia's stakebuilding in Telefónica. newarab.com The On Thursday, Spain's Economy Minister Carlos Cuerpo confirmed that the Council of Ministers had authorised the move, allowing STC to raise its voting rights from 4.97 percent and appoint a representative to Telefónica's board. | The decision…

newarab (2024-12-01). Who is Jasper Jeffers, the US general observing Lebanon truce. newarab.com The US military has appointed Major General Jasper Jeffers to oversee the implementation of the The head of the Special Operations Command Central will carry out his mission alongside US Special envoy Jeff…

Nir Hasson (2024-12-01). 'No amount of military pressure will bring them home. The gov't is selling a fantasy'. haaretz.com Sagi Dekel-Chen's youngest daughter, approaching her first birthday, has never met her father. His father, Jonathan, says the Israeli government has betrayed him…

Ofer Aderet (2024-12-01). German university cancels lecture by leading Israeli historian Benny Morris following student protests. haaretz.com The University of Leipzig said it had planned the lecture by Prof. Benny Morris as a critical discussion but had to cancel it over students' opposition and security concerns…

presstv.ir (2024-12-01). Shooting in Washington state leaves 5 dead; 15-year-old boy in custody. presstv.ir Washington state authorities said on Monday that five people were killed in a shooting.

presstv.ir (2024-12-01). Obama urges voters to 'turn the page' on Trump. presstv.ir US President Barack Obama urges voters in the swing state of Wisconsin to "turn the page" on Donald Trump.

presstv.ir (2024-12-01). 'So much anxiety': With one week to go, hope and fear surround US election. presstv.ir One week is left to the United States presidential election, with voters' emotions starting to intensify.

presstv.ir (2024-12-01). Russia holds strategic nuclear exercise. presstv.ir Russia successfully conducts a strategic nuclear exercise.

presstv.ir (2024-12-01). Heavy rain washes away cars in Catalonia, Spain. presstv.ir Water rushes through the streets and cars lay in piles in the town of Cadaques, in Spain's northeastern Catalonia region.

presstv.ir (2024-12-01). North Korea ratifies mutual defence treaty with Russia. presstv.ir North Korea ratified a mutual defense treaty with Russia which calls for each side to come to the other's aid in case of an armed attack.

presstv.ir (2024-12-01). Millions of Nigerians go hungry as floods compound hardship. presstv.ir A brutal insurgency has made it hard for Nigerians in northeastern Borno State to feed their families.

presstv.ir (2024-12-01). COP29: Iran calls on international community to lift sanctions. presstv.ir Iran calls on the international community, at COP29 in Baku, to lift sanctions.

presstv.ir (2024-12-01). Hundreds in Rio de Janeiro rally to slam countries sending money, bombs to Israel. presstv.ir Hundreds of pro-Palestinian protesters take to the streets of Rio de Janeiro to denounce the 'genocide' in Gaza.

presstv.ir (2024-12-01). Iran seeks justice for victims over Germany's role in Iraqi chemical attacks. presstv.ir Iran says will insist on justice regarding Germany and all those who have been complicit in Iraq's chemical attacks.

presstv.ir (2024-12-01). Iran: US-Zionist plot in Syria aims to destabilize West Asia. presstv.ir The Iranian foreign minister says the resurgence of Takfiri terrorism in northern Syria is an American-Israeli plot to destabilize the West Asia region.

presstv.ir (2024-12-01). Iran condemns terrorist attack on its consulate in Syria. presstv.ir Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei has strongly condemned an attack by armed terrorist groups on the Islamic Republic's consulate building in Syria's northwestern city of Aleppo.

presstv.ir (2024-12-01). Iran warns of Israel's continued violation of Lebanon ceasefire. presstv.ir Iran's top parliamentarian says it is necessary to remain vigilant in the face of Israel's actions to constantly violate a ceasefire agreement it struck with Hezbollah.

presstv.ir (2024-12-01). World Central Kitchen suspends its Gaza operations after deadly Israeli attack. presstv.ir American charity World Central Kitchen (WCK) suspends its operations in the Gaza Strip following a deadly Israeli attack.

presstv.ir (2024-12-01). US breaks off 'strategic partnership' with Georgia; blasts Tblisi for 'pro-Russia lean'. presstv.ir The US breaks off its "strategic partnership" with Georgia, condemning Tbilisi for, what it calls, leaning towards Russia.

presstv.ir (2024-12-01). Israel kills another journalist in Gaza, raising overall death toll to 191. presstv.ir Another Palestinian journalist was killed in an Israeli air strike on the Gaza Strip, bringing the total number of media workers killed in the territory to 191 since the Zionist regime launched its genocidal war last October.

presstv.ir (2024-12-01). Over 125,000 protesters flood London streets in pro-Palestine demonstration. presstv.ir Pro-Palestinian protesters have staged a mass rally in the UK's capital city London, calling for an end to the genocide and urging the British government to cut ties with the Israeli regime.

presstv.ir (2024-12-01). Thousands honor Martyr Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah at assassination site. presstv.ir Thousands of Lebanese people gather at the site of an Israeli strike that assassinated Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah to pay tribute to the late leader of the Hezbollah resistance movement.

presstv.ir (2024-12-01). Yemeni forces launch ballistic missile at Israeli targets, 4 settlers injured. presstv.ir At least four Israeli settlers have been injured amid a ballistic missile attack by Yemeni forces on the occupied territories.

presstv.ir (2024-12-01). Israel kills over 100 Palestinians in new massacres across Gaza. presstv.ir The Israeli regime has killed more than 100 Palestinians and injured scores of others across the Gaza Strip over the past day.

Human Rights Watch (2024-12-02). Midwives See Bigger Risks, and Bigger Role in Climate Crisis. hrw.org Click to expand Image | A group of women travel during a heatwave for medical consultation to the only midwife who arrives from the mainland to Baba Island along the Karachi Harbor, Pakistan, June 11, 2024. | © 2024 Rizwan Tabassum/AFP via Getty Images…

Chris York (2024-12-02). Was COP29 a Cop-Out? Those Bearing the Brunt of Climate Change Say Yes. bylinetimes.com It's easy to get lost in the statistics of the climate crisis — the

aljazeera (2024-12-02). Report from bombed Syrian hospital. aljazeera.com Reporter in Syria Nour Qormosh has been seeing the damage from an air attack on Aleppo's university hospital.

Ragip Soylu (2024-12-02). Has Ukraine helped the Syrian rebel offensive in Aleppo? middleeasteye.net Has Ukraine helped the Syrian rebel offensive in Aleppo? | Sources dismiss rumours that Ukrainian intelligence aided rebel groups by providing FPV drones and training | Mon, 12/02/2024 – 13: 14 ⚪ Fighters pose for a picture on a tank on the road leading to Maaret al-Numan in Syria's northwestern Idlib province on 30 Novemb…

Morning Star (2024-12-02). U.S. and NATO forces re-ignite civil war in Syria. peoplesworld.org Reignited civil war in Syria is fed by destabilizing shockwaves from Israel's wars of aggression in the Middle East and the malign role of NATO powers in shielding the jihadist forces in Idlib now terrorizing Aleppo. There is no ignoring the overlapping alliances which shape this conflict. Syria is allied to Iran, which Israel has …

Rizik Alabi (2024-12-02). Aleppo and Idlib Under Opposition Control, With Eyes on Hama. themedialine.org

The Media Line Staff (2024-12-02). 25 Dead in Idlib Strikes as Rebels Seize Aleppo in Escalating Syrian Conflict. themedialine.org

United World International (2024-12-02). Western objectives for Syria and regional countries' mistakes. unitedworldint.com UN resolution aims to divide Syria. It's neighbors and allies misinterpret Western strategic and tactical goals. By Yunus Soner Terrorist forces in Syria started a new offensive against the cities of Aleppo and Hama. The White House commented on the offensive: "The Assad regime's ongoing refusal to engage in the political process outlined in UNSCR …

Yossi Melman (2024-12-02). Pete Hegseth and Tulsi Gabbard make Israel's Syrian dilemma harder than even. haaretz.com The rebel takeover of Aleppo confronts Israel with a familiar quandary: What's worse — Assad or the jihadists? But this time around there is a new concern: the appointment of an Assad supporter as head of American intelligence…

_____ (2024-12-02). Understanding ICC's Arrest Warrant Application for Myanmar Military Leader: Anti-Genocide Perspective. transcend.org 28 Nov 2024 – Without the willing executioners and cheerleaders, no state is capable of large-scale crimes against humanity of which genocide is one, from the Nazis to Rwanda, to Indonesia's CIA-facilitated, to Israel's in Gaza. Myanmar's genocide of Rohingya is no exception.

aljazeera (2024-12-02). Israel committing Gaza war crimes and ethnic cleansing, says Moshe Yaalon. aljazeera.com Former Israeli army chief and defence minister says northern Gaza is being 'cleared of Arabs', echoing ICC allegations.

Binoy Kampmark (2024-12-02). Gallic Stubbornness: France, Netanyahu and the ICC Arrest Warrants. counterpunch.org The comity of nations, at least when it comes to international humanitarian law, took a rather curious turn with the announcement by France that it would regard Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's immunity as unimpeachable even before an arrest warrant approved by the International Criminal Court. This view was expressed despite France claiming to be a strong proponent

972mag (2024-12-02). The ICC's findings so far have only scratched the surface. 972mag.com Netanyahu and Gallant's arrest warrants are a victory for justice even if enforcement remains elusive.

Assaf Talgam (2024-12-02). Wanted in 124 countries: ICC arrest warrant hems in Netanyahu. peoplesworld.org TEL AVIV—The issuance of arrest warrants against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant on behalf of the International Criminal Court in The Hague is an unprecedented move in Israel's history. If either of these two enter their territory, the 124 member states of the court are now obligated to arrest …

Sondos Asem (2024-12-02). Do Netanyahu and Israeli officials have immunity from arrest in the UK? middleeasteye.net Do Netanyahu and Israeli officials have immunity from arrest in the UK? | Britain must enforce the ICC arrest warrants, and 'special mission immunity' should not protect suspects of international crimes, say experts | Mon, 12/02/2024 – 14: 30 ⚪ Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu (R), Defence Minister Israel Katz (R) and army Chi…

_____ (2024-12-02). The United States Raises a Middle Finger to the International Criminal Court. transcend.org 28 Nov 2024 – As the ICC finally issues arrest warrants for Israeli leaders Netanyahu and Gallant, the US confirms it has no regard for international law or a genuine rules-based order.

Philip Giraldi (2024-12-02). When Is a Ceasefire Not a Ceasefire? globalresearch.ca We are possibly witnessing another stealthy move by Washington and Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel to enhance the Israeli position in a Middle East at war while pretending to do something else. President Joe Biden and his cast of know-nothings have …

Amos Harel (2024-12-02). For Netanyahu to advance a hostage and cease-fire deal, Trump will have to force his hand. haaretz.com Donald Trump's election victory, Israel's cease-fire in Lebanon and overwhelming public support for a deal is increasing the pressure on Netanyahu to engage in talks with Hamas, but domestic pressure from the prime minister's far-right coalition is his top concern…

Staff (2024-12-02). Hezbollah fires two mortar shells into northern Israel, in first since cease-fire. haaretz.com LEBANON: IDF tells residents of dozens of southern villages to avoid returning to their homes until further notice ‚ñ ISRAEL: Netanyahu convened security meetings Sunday night on hostage deal; developments in Lebanon, Syria ‚ñ GAZA: Israeli strike kills at least 15 in northern Gaza, medics report; IDF intercepts rocket launched from Khan Yunis ‚ñ IRAN: U.S. ships intercepted Iran-backed Houthi attacks on U.S. navy ships in Gulf of Aden, CENTCOM says ‚ñ SYRIA: At least 25 killed over past day, including ten children, opposition says…

Staff (2024-12-02). Report: Lebanese army to deploy 6,000 troops near border with Israel. haaretz.com LEBANON: IDF tells residents of dozens of southern villages to avoid returning to their homes until further notice ‚ñ ISRAEL: Netanyahu convened security meetings Sunday night on hostage deal; developments in Lebanon, Syria ‚ñ GAZA: Israeli strike kills at least ten in northern Gaza, Arabic reports say ‚ñ IRAN: U.S. ships intercepted Iran-backed Houthi attacks on U.S. navy ships in Gulf of Aden, CENTCOM says ‚ñ SYRIA: At least 25 killed over past day, including ten children, opposition says…

Yossi Melman (2024-12-02). The man who interrogated Netanyahu is convinced that the Prime Minister is guilty. haaretz.com In his first interview since retiring, Brig. Gen. Eli Assayag also tells Haaretz about the 'catastrophe' that could stem from Itamar Ben-Gvir's power grab at the police…

Yossi Melman (2024-12-02). The man who interrogated Netanyahu speaks out. haaretz.com In his first interview since retiring, Brig. Gen. Eli Assayag tells Haaretz why he is convinced that Netanyahu is guilty, and about the 'catastrophe' that could stem from Itamar Ben-Gvir's power grab at the police…

Matthew Hoh (2024-12-02). Eight Days in Palestine. counterpunch.org In the West Bank, according to UNRWA, since October 7th, 780 Palestinians have been killed, 174 children among them. Settlers have killed an additional 21 Palestinians. There have been more than 3,500 attacks and incidents from settlers, many of them beatings and burnings of agriculture and homes. American-supplied Israeli rifles and bombs have wounded more than 5,000 Palestinians in the last 13 Ω months. Notably, there have been more than 100 airstrikes; airstrikes had not happened in the West Bank in more than 20 years. 18 of the 168 killed by Israeli warplanes and drones have been children. Before Octobe…

newarab (2024-12-02). UNRWA pauses Gaza aid deliveries via key crossing, amid hunger. newarab.com "We are

Ali Salam (2024-12-02). Israeli Forces Shoot a Young Man Near Tulkarem, Abduct Two Near Qalqilia. imemc.org On Monday, Israeli forces shot a Palestinian man near Tulkarem and abducted two others, near Qalqilia in the northwestern part of the occupied West Bank. Media sources said that occupation forces shot a Palestinian citizen, on Monday evening, while he was in the vicinity of the Apartheid Wall, built on Palestinian lands of Baqa ash-Sharqiyya …

IMEMC News (2024-12-02). Israeli Colonizers Invade, Plow Lands, In Northern Plains. imemc.org On Sunday night, a group of illegal paramilitary Israeli colonizers invaded and plowed Palestinian lands in the Khallet Khader area, in the Northern Plains of the Jordan Valley in the occupied West Bank, in preparation for annexing them. Media sources said many colonizers invaded the privately owned Palestinian lands and started plowing them in preparation …

IMEMC News (2024-12-02). Gaza Day 423: Israeli Bombardment Continues Throughout the Night and Morning. imemc.org On Monday, day 423 of the ongoing Israeli assault on the entire population of 2.2 million Palestinians in the Gaza Strip, Israeli attacks continued in several parts of the devastated open-air prison camp in which all the Palestinians in Gaza are trapped. According to local sources, a huge fire broke out in the Al-Sharif family …

IMEMC News (2024-12-02). Israeli Army Uproots Dozens Of Olive Trees Near Bethlehem. imemc.org On Monday, Israeli occupation forces uprooted dozens of Palestinian olive trees in Al-Minya village, east of Bethlehem in the occupied West Bank. Zayed Kawazba, the head of the Al-Minya Village Council, stated that the soldiers invaded Palestinian lands before invading olive orchards. Kawazba added that the soldiers uprooted approximately 150 olive trees in the Al-Baq'a …

IMEMC News (2024-12-02). "But his eyes …" imemc.org by Waseem Harbid The market was bustling with movement, filled with the noise of vendors and the cries of children. I wandered through the crowd, my frail body weighed down by burdens, as if carrying the weight of the entire world. I kept repeating to myself:…

IMEMC News (2024-12-02). Israeli Soldiers Abduct Many Palestinians In The West Bank. imemc.org Earlier Monday, Israeli soldiers broke into and ransacked dozens of homes across the occupied West Bank, abducted many Palestinians, and interrogated scores of residents. In Hebron, in the occupied West Bank's southern part, Israeli soldiers invaded Samou' town, south of the city, searched several homes, and abducted Khalil Yousef Hawamda and Ibrahim Ismael Damaghin. The …

IMEMC News (2024-12-02). Israeli Soldiers Detain Many Palestinians Near Salfit. imemc.org On Monday dawn, many Israeli military vehicles invaded Kifl Hares and Deir Istiya towns, northwest of Salfit in the occupied West Bank's central part, before detaining and interrogating many Palestinians. Media sources said the soldiers stormed and ransacked dozens of homes in Kifl Hares and interrogated more than twenty-five Palestinians in a home the army …

Ali Salam (2024-12-02). Army Abducts 15 Palestinians in the West Bank. imemc.org Israeli forces abducted at least fifteen Palestinians, including children and former prisoners in the occupied West Bank, between Saturday evening and Sunday morning. In a joint statement the Palestinian Prisoners' Society (PPS) and the Commission of Prisoners' and Former Prisoners' Affairs said that Israeli forces abducted fifteen citizens in the governorates of Jenin, Tulkarem, Nablus, …

Margaret Kimberley, Black Agenda Report. (2024-12-02). Fear Is Still The Motivation For Black Voters. popularresistance.org The always prescient Glen Ford wrote those words in February 2016 as he correctly hypothesized that Black voters would continue their tradition of supporting the candidate they believed was most likely to defeat a republican in that presidential election year. Eight years later his words still ring true. Donald Trump's defeat of Kamala Harris has engendered anger, fear, and retrograde politics, but surprisingly little criticism of the Democratic Party which failed its most loyal voters so spectacularly. | The Kamala Harris/Tim Walz campaign raised more than $1.5 billion , more than the Donald Trump/J.D. Vance cam…

Christoph Irmscher (2024-12-02). The Pride Paradox. counterpunch.org Film critic Pauline Kael, the epitome of New York sophistication, is often misquoted as having said that she didn't know anyone who had voted for Nixon. Which is pretty funny. What she in fact said was that she knew "only one person who voted for Nixon," that the rest of them were "outside my ken," and that she could feel their presence only sometimes "when I'm in a theater." Which is no longer funny, just irritating. Kael's willful ignorance cannot be maintained outside the rarified world of New York. Yet, as the Berkeley sociologist Arlie Russell Hochschild shows in her new book, the well-publicized contempt of…

Jeremy Kuzmarov (2024-12-02). Peace Activists Try and Block Arms Supplies to Israel. covertactionmagazine.com David Hartsough is a legendary peace activist who first amassed an FBI file in the mid 1950s at the age of 15 when he organized a vigil outside a Nike missile plant where he grew up near West Chester, Pennsylvania. On November 20, Hartsough was one of 75 protesters who tried to block weapons shipments …

Editor (2024-12-02). Gaza's Civil Defense Says Nearly 100 Killed by Israeli Attacks Over 24 Hours. scheerpost.com

Ann Wright, Popular Resistance. (2024-12-02). Women In The Biden Administration Complicit In Israeli Genocide Of Gaza. popularresistance.org As we in the United States sat down to Thanksgiving dinners, Palestinians in Gaza on Day 419 of the Israeli genocide of Gaza and U.S. complicity in that genocide are facing starvation, lack of water, tents purposefully destroyed by U.S. bombs dropped by Israeli warplanes and drones and rain and cold from the winter storms. | Here in the U.S. families are enjoying meals prepared by mothers and wives. | Yet, many mothers and wives and aunties of these families have day jobs with the Biden administration and have been key participants in the U.S. complicity in the Israeli genocide of the 44,000 Palestinians in Gaza…

The Canary. (2024-12-02). Youth Demand Hit The West End. popularresistance.org Supporters of Youth Demand have taken part in mass co-ordinated actions that saw disruption across the West End before a mass blockade of Piccadilly Circus by 200 people and eight groups total. They are demanding a two-way arms embargo on Israel, and for the UK government to halt all new oil and gas licences granted since 2021. The action came after the group's week of swarming across the UK — which was also highlighting our government's complicity in multiple crises. | Youth Demand: shutting down the heart of Black Friday capitalism | At 6pm on Friday 29 November, a group of 30 people blocked traffic on th…

UMMID (2024-12-02). Israel faces brain drain as country's tech talent flees over security concerns. ummid.com The far right Zionist regime in Israel might be celebrating the "genocide" of Palestinians, but what it is failing to hide is the looming brain drain as hundreds are fleeing the country over security concerns.

Staff (2024-12-02). MintPress News Exclusive Documentary | Israel's Automated Apartheid. youtube.com

Staff (2024-12-02). Israel is a testing ground for the military industrial complex and its APARTHEID AI tech. youtube.com

aljazeera (2024-12-02). Israel "failed" to force Hezbollah to succumb through war. aljazeera.com Hassan Barari on why Israel came out ahead in the war in Lebanon, even though neither side actually "won".

Human Rights Watch (2024-12-02). ICC: Member States Should Act to Protect Justice. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Exterior view of the International Criminal Court in The Hague, Netherlands. | © 2021 AP Photo/Peter Dejong | Member countries of the International Criminal Court (ICC) should support the court against efforts to undermine its global mandate.The court has been under extreme pressure since ICC judges issued arrest warrants for senior Israeli leaders as well as a Hamas official in the Palestine investigation.Member countries should make a commitment during their annual meeting to fulfill their obligation to execute the court's arrest warrants, regardless of whom they target.(The Hagu…

_____ (2024-12-02). Touting Ceasefire in Lebanon, Biden Shares "Vision" for Permanent US-Israeli Aggression. transcend.org 27 Nov 2024 – As Israel and Hezbollah reach a 60-day truce, Biden's commitment to Israeli occupation ensures long-term carnage.

The Media Line Staff (2024-12-02). Former Israeli Defense Minister Raises Concerns of Ethnic Cleansing in Gaza. themedialine.org

english.almanar.com.lb (2024-12-02). Palestinian Resistance Drives Israeli Occupation Troops Out of Nablus. english.almanar.com.lb In a major setback for the Israeli occupation, its forces were forced to withdraw from the eastern part of Nablus in the northern West Bank after confronting fierce resistance from Palestinian fighters. The al-Quds Brigades and al-Aqsa Martyrs' Brigades, both based in Nablus, claimed responsibility for the clashes that erupted as Israeli occupation troops tried …

_____ (2024-12-02). In Besieged Beit Lahiya, Rubble and Decomposing Corpses Line the Streets. transcend.org 28 Nov 2024 – Thousands of Palestinians in the city are facing relentless bombardment and famine as the Israeli army ramps up efforts to ethnic-cleanse northern Gaza.

Mera Aladam (2024-12-02). Israel has demolished over 1,500 West Bank facilities in 2024, says UN. middleeasteye.net Israel has demolished over 1,500 West Bank facilities in 2024, says UN | Over 3,600 people have been displaced as a result of the 'deliberate and systematic' policy | Mon, 12/02/2024 – 13: 00 ⚪ A Palestinian child sits on a street damaged during an Israeli raid in Jenin camp, in the Israeli-occupied West Bank, 21 November…

David Daoud (2024-12-02). Hochstein's Lebanon deal guarantees another Israel-Hezbollah war for future generations. haaretz.com Cosmetic, face-saving, nebulous implementation: No wonder that the residents and mayors of northern Israel are objecting to Hochstein's cease-fire deal in Lebanon — and that Hezbollah is celebrating it…

Lubna Masarwa (2024-12-02). Israel bans Islamic call to prayer. middleeasteye.net

Mera Aladam (2024-12-02). Palestinian 14-year-old becomes Israel's youngest-ever prisoner. middleeasteye.net Palestinian 14-year-old becomes Israel's youngest-ever prisoner | Ayham al-Salaymeh's sentencing comes after a year-and-a-half of living under house arrest | Mon, 12/02/2024 – 13: 04 ⚪ Nawaf al-Salaymeh, left, and 14-year-old son Ayham before the start of his 12-month prison sentence (Alasimannews) | On Sunday, Ayham al-Sa…

MEE staff (2024-12-02). Israel bans Islamic call to prayer. middleeasteye.net

newarab (2024-12-02). Israel 'deliberately kills' Gaza chef who fed the displaced. newarab.com

_____ (2024-12-02). UN: Israel Denied 90 Percent of Aid Deliveries to North Gaza in November. transcend.org 27 Nov 2024 – Israel "outright denied" 82 out of 91 attempts since 26 Oct 2024 to deliver aid to besieged areas in northern Gaza, said the UN humanitarian office in Gaza. The Israeli army is accused of allowing criminal gangs in Gaza to steal aid as Palestinians continue to starve.

_____ (2024-12-02). Biden's Last Hurrah against Russia and Putin. transcend.org 26 Nov 2024 – Frustration Escalates for the Lame Duck US President – He is no longer talking about his failed policy in the Middle East, though US bombs still flow to Israel for deadly use. Biden is now trying to stem the losses in Ukraine's war with Russia.

_____ (2024-12-02). Conscientious Objectors Refuse to Enlist in the Israeli Army: "Get Out of Gaza Now!" transcend.org 25 Nov 2024 – "Human lives are equally valuable, no matter the ethnic or political line we were born on. We all want and deserve peace, quiet, and security. For over a year the IDF has conducted widespread military operations in the dense Gaza strip. For the sake of humanity and of all, this must stop."

_____ (2024-12-02). Stripped and Held at Gunpoint, Gaza Schoolboys 'Forced to Be Israel's Human Shields'. transcend.org Palestinians as young as 12 describe how they, dressed in military fatigues, were forced to inspect houses and roads to look for tunnels and militants, in a practice an Israeli NGO warns is 'broadly used' and 'systemic.'

Noa Shpigel (2024-12-02). 'Those who are alive sit and rot, and the dead are decaying'. haaretz.com Uriel, a father of two from the West Bank settlement of Giv'on, was abducted from the Nova festival. His family was notified after seven months that he was murdered, and that his body is in Gaza. Decision-makers must 'decide what they want and do it,' says his older brother, Roy…

The Canary (2024-12-02). There are TWO trials of Palestine Action activists this week that need YOUR support. thecanary.co In Manchester, two Palestine Action trials take place this week for defendants who have plead 'not guilty' for their actions at the sites of Israel's arms trade and their facilitators. They appear in court to state that Israel's largest arms firm, Elbit Systems, is guilty: those resisting genocide are not. Palestine Action: in the dock […] | By

Staff (2024-12-02). There are TWO trials of Palestine Action activists this week that need YOUR support. thecanary.co In Manchester, two Palestine Action trials take place this week for defendants who have plead 'not guilty' for their actions at the sites of Israel's arms trade and their facilitators. They appear in court to state that Israel's largest arms firm, Elbit Systems, is guilty: those resisting genocide are not. Palestine Action: in the dock …

Steven Ganot (2024-12-02). Prospects for Hamas-Israel Cease-fire Clouded by Political Obstacles. themedialine.org

APR editor (2024-12-02). 'Lone Soldiers' — new Australian IDF recruits due to arrive in Israel in January. asiapacificreport.nz Despite it being illegal in Australia to recruit soldiers for foreign armies, the Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) recruiters are hard at work enticing young Australians to join Israel's army. Michael West Media investigates. INVESTIGATION: By Yaakov Aharon The Israeli war machine is in hyperdrive, and it needs new bodies to throw into the fire. In…

Guy Rolnik (2024-12-02). 12 blood-curdling quotes from the October 7 civilian commission you must read. haaretz.com Quotes by witnesses that appeared before the civilian commission of inquiry into October 7 should keep every Israeli citizen awake at night, especially those who send their children to serve in the military…

Ido David Cohen (2024-12-02). Likud-linked site ranks Kan public broadcast journalists by government support. haaretz.com Melukadim News publishes a list ranking Kan Reshet Bet presenters by their government support, as the government advances a bill to privatize the broadcaster. 'Labeling journalists is another dangerous step in the erosion of the free press,' Kan CEO said in response…

Jack Khoury (2024-12-02). Two Gaza residents die in Israeli detention; IDF withholding reason for their arrest. haaretz.com The two Palestinian detainees, one of whom was paralyzed, both died in the past month. The IDF and Israel Prison Service refuse to disclose why they were arrested — or how they died — to their families and the public…

Josh Breiner (2024-12-02). Senior police, prison officials close to Israel's Ben-Gvir suspected of ethics violations, bribery. haaretz.com Two senior police officials and a senior Prison Service official were questioned by the Justice Ministry's department for investigating police officers over alleged leaks. National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir: 'This is a coup'…

Noa Shpigel (2024-12-02). Israeli gov't advances bill to permit gender separation in academia. haaretz.com The proposed law, spearheaded by far-right Otzma Yehudit lawmaker Limor Son Har-Melech, frames the move as protecting religious and cultural freedoms…

Or Kashti (2024-12-02). Israel planning to relocate thousands of Bedouins to mobile home parks. haaretz.com Opponents of the Israeli government's plan say it will enable the rapid eviction of Bedouin citizens and turn the northern Negev desert into a 'region of displaced people living in inadequate conditions'…

Rachel Fink (2024-12-02). American actor Kevin Spacey photographed touring Israeli community destroyed on Oct. 7. haaretz.com According to Israeli news site Ynet, Spacey was in the country to surprise a friend's daughter who is serving as a lone soldier in the Israeli army…

Rachel Fink (2024-12-02). Rival Israeli soccer fans unite to honor memory of two hostages murdered in Gaza. haaretz.com Slain hostages Hersh Goldberg-Polin and Ori Danino, fans of rival soccer teams Hapoel and Beitar, shared their final moments together in Gaza. In a powerful gesture, soccer fans set aside their rivalry to commemorate them…

Tom Levinson (2024-12-02). High Court orders military funeral for Israeli airman who took his own life. haaretz.com Combat pilot Asaf Dagan's family members petitioned the High Court so the IDF would recognize him as a fallen soldier. 'Dagan and others like him are the cornerstone of our existence as a people and a state,' the justices wrote, but emphasized that the matter remains unresolved…

Yaniv Kubovich (2024-12-02). IDF: Israeli-American soldier Omer Neutra killed on Oct. 7, body held in Gaza. haaretz.com Captain Omer Neutra, who was born and raised in Long Island, was believed to have been held alive in Gaza since his kidnapping during Hamas' October 7 attack. His body remains in the Hamas-controlled enclave…

Global Research News (2024-12-02). Selected Articles: Say No to Nuclear War! Peace on the Planet. globalresearch.ca By This interview of Drago Bosnic by Prof. Michel Chossudovsky focuses on the dangers of nucl…

Manlio Dinucci (2024-12-02). Who's Cheating with Nuclear Power? Let's Find Out About the Game Gates. Manlio Dinucci. globalresearch.ca Describing Russia's new Oreshnik hypersonic multiple non-nuclear warhead missile, which destroyed a Ukrainian military aerospace facility, Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani said: | "I think it's like the ancient warriors who used to beat their swords against their shields to intimidate …

Editor (2024-12-02). Patrick Lawrence: Shall We Celebrate, the World Being as It Is? scheerpost.com By Patrick Lawrence / Original to ScheerPost Is it all right to be happy over a holiday that has "Happy" in its name? The genocide of a long-suffering people to which our purported leaders have made us accomplices, a senile president who leaves us living with the danger of a nuclear conflict, fear and want …

infobrics (2024-12-02). Boris Johnson admits Ukraine conflict is "proxy war" against Russia. infobrics.org Moscow: nuclear weapons should never be used but the situation is changing drastically.

tn.ai (2024-12-02). Iran's Nuclear Program Will Remain Peaceful: Spokesman. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Iran will maintain its peaceful nuclear activities on the basis of religious decrees and its national security doctrine, Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei said.

_____ (2024-12-02). In Praise of Nonalignment. transcend.org This Editorial was originally published on 22 Mar 2010 – #105. We are reposting for its significance as USA/NATO hint of a nuclear war ⚪ State terrorism par excellence.

Staff (2024-12-02). Hands up! Black humor predominates on the latest 'Sunday Evening with Vladimir Solovyov'. gilbertdoctorow.com Times are grim in international relations as every reader of these pages knows well. But allow me to assure you that Russia's chattering classes are NOT wrapping themselves in bedsheets and slowly walking to the cemetery in advance of some hypothetical preemptive nuclear strike on their country. i.e. they are not preparing for eternity any …

Editor (2024-12-02). Glenn Greenwald: What Would Trump's Tariff Plan Mean For Consumers?(w/ Matt Stoller). scheerpost.com

Ian Hartman (2024-12-02). Collingswood, Lawrence, Maplewood Host Rallies for Palestine This Past Weekend (11/30-12/1). fightbackbetter.com New Jersey hosted at least three anti-genocide vigils this weekend, each organized by different groups in various locations across the state. | On Saturday, the

Sonali Kolhatkar (2024-12-02). Billion-dollar payback: Trump's already rewarding fossil fuel CEOs. peoplesworld.org During his campaign, Donald Trump publicly promised to reward oil and gas executives handsomely in exchange for funding his campaign to the tune of a billion dollars. Within weeks of winning the election, he's making good on his promise by tapping oil and gas executive Chris Wright to lead the Department of Energy. Wright has zero experience in running …

Staff (2024-12-02). Amb. Craig Murray Live from Beirut's Warzone. scheerpost.com By Max Blumenthal and Aaron Maté / The Grayzone Please share this story and help us grow our network! Editor's Note: At a moment when the once vaunted model of responsible journalism is overwhelmingly the play thing of self-serving billionaires and their corporate scribes, alternatives of integrity are desperately needed, and we are one of …

Editor (2024-12-02). Amb. Craig Murray Live from Beirut's Warzone. scheerpost.com

Editor (2024-12-02). Zelensky Says He's Willing To Cede Territory in Exchange for NATO Protection. scheerpost.com

Robert Inlakesh, MintPress News. (2024-12-02). Is The United States Headed For Another Middle East War? popularresistance.org Donald Trump's pick for Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, has taken a hardline position against Yemen's Ansar Allah movement, advocating policies aimed at reigniting the conflict between Riyadh and Sana'a. Critics warn that his approach could risk dragging the United States into a direct confrontation, escalating tensions in an already volatile region. | As vice chair of the Senate Intelligence Committee, Marco Rubio has carved out a reputation as a steadfast proponent of hardline policies, particularly against Yemen's Ansar Allah-led government and its allies. Rubio, who has received over $1 million from pro-Isra…

David Solnit, Deborah James, Common Dreams. (2024-12-02). Our World Is Not For Sale: 25 Years Of Fighting The WTO. popularresistance.org 25 years ago, for the six months leading up to the World Trade Organization (WTO) summit in Seattle in 1999, I met Deborah in organizing meetings to prepare. Today, while many of us continue our efforts for a better world in many different places and movements, for 25 years Deborah has remained in constant combat with the WTO, together with global movements as part of the Our World is Not for Sale network. I asked if they could share insights on the impacts of the Seattle WTO confrontation and the current threat of the WTO—including obstruction of the needed transition off fossil fuels and the growing domin…

Helen Santoro, The Lever. (2024-12-02). Biden's Last-Minute Gift To Corporate Lawbreakers. popularresistance.org Less than two months before President-elect Donald Trump takes office, the Biden Justice Department announced it could be handing corporations a get-out-of-jail-free card, even if they have committed multiple crimes, earned significant profit from their wrongdoing, and failed to self-disclose the misconduct — as long as the companies demonstrate they "acted in good faith" to try to come clean. | "Those that make good faith efforts to self-report, even if they do not qualify for a [full prosecution shield], could still receive substantial benefits," noted the Nov. 22 update.

Steve Dubb, Marshall Ganz, Non Profit News. (2024-12-02). How To Build A Culture Of Organizing. popularresistance.org Democracy is not something you have; it is something you do. If you're not doing it, it's not real. Sadly, in our country, there is less and less of it being done. | Take the replacement of self-governing organizations with nonprofits or NGOs: there is nothing democratic there. It is almost like unions are one of the few remaining forces where people are actually practicing self-government. | It is kind of hard to have any real understanding of what democracy means in terms of how we interact with each other and how we govern ourselves when it is not part of your daily experience. It hollows out any real understa…

Tawakkol Karman, Rawan Yousef, Waging Nonviolence. (2024-12-02). What International Solidarity Means To Palestinian Women. popularresistance.org Nov. 29 is the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People, marked by the United Nations since 1977. But how can solidarity be effectively shown in the context of ongoing, escalating war? Here is what women in Palestine say. | Doaa Ahmad, a women's rights activist and the head of programs for a grassroots organization in northern Gaza, and her three boys just escaped death for the fourth time. Doaa fetches her laptop and work-related material every time she escapes. Even in genocide, Doaa says, I have a duty to help others, particularly women and girls. (Doaa and the other women in this story have…

Xinhua, Orinoco Tribune. (2024-12-02). Chad And Senegal To Follow The Sahel States. popularresistance.org Dakar — Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye said on Thursday that the presence of French military bases on Senegalese territory is "not compatible" with the sovereignty his administration upholds. | "Senegal is an independent country, it is a sovereign country, and sovereignty is not compatible with the presence of military bases in a sovereign country," he said in an interview with the AFP news agency, addressing relations between Senegal and France, particularly regarding the French military presence and bases in the West African country.

UMMID (2024-12-02). Lebanon Ceasefire and Future of Hezbollah. ummid.com The ceasefire in Lebanon apart from giving respite to the beleaguered Lebanese, will also be a litmus test for the Hezbollah on whether it can continue to flourish as a political and militant outfit in Lebanon or not.

UMMID (2024-12-02). Mehbooba Mufti compares India with Bangladesh over targeting of minorities. ummid.com Former Chief Minister Jammu and Kashmir and PDP leader Mehbooba Mufti compared the situations in India and Bangladesh while expressing concerns over the targeting of minorities in the two countries.

UMMID (2024-12-02). JEE Advanced 2025 on May 18, Check Important Dates. ummid.com IIT Kanpur today (Dec 02) released JEE Advanced 2025 exam date and schedule though is yet to confirm online process of registration and application.

UMMID (2024-12-02). Karnataka SSLC 2025 (Tentative) Time Table released. ummid.com The Karnataka SSLC – Secondary School Leaving Certificate 2025 exam, will start on March 20, 2025 according to the tentative Time Table (Datesheet) released by the Karnataka Secondary Education Examination Board, Bengaluru on its official website KSEAB.

UMMID (2024-12-02). The Mockery of Places of Worship Act 1991. ummid.com If Mohan Bhagwat has said that finding a Shiva temple under every mosque is wrong, then who are the people behind the recent cases of Gyanvapi, Mathura, Bhojshala of Banaras and Sambhal and Ajmer Sharif?

Steven Ganot (2024-12-02). Global Experts Condemn Taliban's Gender Policies as 'Gender Apartheid'. themedialine.org

Alan Macleod (2024-12-02). Marco Rubio: From 'Perfect Little Puppet' to Most Dangerous Man Alive. mintpressnews.com Once dismissed as a "puppet," Rubio's hawkish record on Yemen, China, and beyond reveals a Secretary of State ready to drag America into more endless wars.

Staff (2024-12-02). Marco Rubio: From 'Perfect Little Puppet' to Most Dangerous Man Alive. mintpressnews.com With the appointment of Marco Rubio to…

Pablo Rafael Fuentes (2024-12-02). Presidente de Cuba felicita a combatientes en Día de las FAR. radiohc.cu La Habana, 2 dic (RHC) El presidente de Cuba, Miguel Díaz-Canel, felicitó hoy a los miembros de las Fuerzas Armadas Revolucionarias (FAR), al celebrarse el Día de esa institución armada.

aljazeera (2024-12-02). Who are Türkiye's 'Newborn Gang' and why are they on trial? aljazeera.com Türkiye is gripped by the ongoing trial and the crimes against newborn babies that are behind it.

aljazeera (2024-12-02). Tens of thousands of pro-EU protesters rally in Georgia. aljazeera.com Police in Georgia use tear gas and water cannon on demonstrators as pro-EU protests continue for a fourth day.

aljazeera (2024-12-02). Australian police arrest 13 in largest cocaine bust in country's history. aljazeera.com Australian Federal Police say the 2.3-tonne seizure has a street value of $494m.

aljazeera (2024-12-02). Dozens dead after stampede breaks out at Guinea football match. aljazeera.com At least 56 killed in southeastern city after rival fans stormed the pitch following a controversial referee decision.

aljazeera (2024-12-02). Georgian opposition leader Zurab Japaridze arrested as pro-EU protest rages. aljazeera.com The police action comes as protesters refuse to back down over the government delaying talks about joining the EU.

aljazeera (2024-12-02). Germany's Scholz pledges $680m in military aid on surprise Ukraine visit. aljazeera.com German chancellor to hold talks with Zelenskyy before inauguration of Trump, who has pledged to end the war.

aljazeera (2024-12-02). Joe Biden pardons son Hunter: What it means and why it matters. aljazeera.com Biden has pardoned his son, Hunter Biden, who was facing sentencing for two criminal cases. Here is what we know.

aljazeera (2024-12-02). 'Major compromise': How Ukraine's Zelenskyy shifted goals to end Russia war. aljazeera.com For the first time, Zelenskyy has said the war could end without Ukraine getting back all of its territory from Russia.

aljazeera (2024-12-02). Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,012. aljazeera.com These were the key developments on the 1,012th day of the Russia-Ukraine war.

aljazeera (2024-12-02). Syria, Russia forces step up air raids in a bid to slow opposition advance. aljazeera.com Joint Syrian-Russian strikes hit residential areas in Idlib city, causing destruction and killing several civilians.

aljazeera (2024-12-02). Renewed fighting in Syria leaves thousands internally displaced. aljazeera.com Thousands of people are displaced in Syria after intense fighting between opposition groups and government forces.

aljazeera (2024-12-02). Video: Protesters in Georgia shoot fireworks at riot police. aljazeera.com Protesters in Georgia's capital Tbilisi aimed fireworks at police on the fourth straight night of demonstrations.

aljazeera (2024-12-02). Kicking Against Oppression: Afghan Women in Football. aljazeera.com How one woman's passion for football led to her fight for women's rights.

aljazeera (2024-12-02). India's Jasprit Bumrah 'one of the greatest fast bowlers ever': Travis Head. aljazeera.com 'It's going to be nice to look back at your career and tell the grandkids that you faced him,' Head says of Bumrah.

_____ (2024-12-02). ICC Application for an Arrest Warrant in the Situation in Bangladesh/Myanmar. transcend.org 27 Nov 2024 – Statement from International Criminal Court's Prosecutor Karim A.A. Khan KC…

Human Rights Watch (2024-12-02). Egypt: Education Restricted for Refugees. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Sudanese students attend a class at a school teaching Sudanese curriculum, in Giza, Egypt, September 23, 2024. | © 2024 Mohamed Abd El Ghany/Reuters | (Beirut) — Tens of thousands of refugee and asylum-seeking children in Egypt are out of school, in many cases due to significant bureaucratic registration barriers and a lack of free, publicly available education, Human Rights Watch said today. The authorities should immediately remove the barriers keeping refugee and asylum-seeking children out of school, and international partners should urgently support humanitarian funding…

newarab (2024-12-02). Gulf summit in Kuwait urges 'immediate ceasefire' for Gaza. newarab.com The 45th Gulf Leaders from the region also expressed its solidarity with Lebanon

Staff (2024-12-02). Historic Climate Hearings Begin At World's Highest Court On States' Obligations In Relation To Climate Change. commondreams.org Today marks a significant milestone in the historic campaign to take climate change to the world's highest court. The International Court of Justice (ICJ) will hold public hearings from today until December 13, 2024, on the Obligations of States with respect to climate change[1]. States and intergovernmental organisations from all over the world will present …

Staff (2024-12-02). New Report: Tax Handouts to Wealthy LNG Developers Deprive Communities of Needed Funds. commondreams.org A new report details the extent to which the export industry for liquefied methane gas, known as LNG, benefits from billions of dollars in tax breaks, also called tax abatements, in Louisiana and Texas, with local communities suffering as a result. As the incoming Trump administration threatens to lift pollution safeguards and offer giveaways to …

BenoàÆt Bréville (2024-12-02). The EU Blows Hot and Cold on Trump. counterpunch.org Imagine puffing out your chest and belly dancing at the same time. Artistically, it's not really advisable: the stiffness of the upper body restricts the fluidity of the hips and it ends up in ungainly moves that make you look ridiculous. Diplomatically, the result is just as painful to watch. It won't be long before

Mike Garrity (2024-12-02). Top Ten Things Alliance for the Wild Rockies Did to Protect the Northern Rockies Ecosystem in 2024. counterpunch.org 1) Halted Massive Illegal Old Growth Logging in Montana's Little Belt Mountains. The Alliance stopped the Horsefly logging and burning project in the Little Belt Mountains, north of White Sulphur Springs, Montana, to protect grizzly bear, wolverine, and northern goshawk habitat. The Helena-Lewis and Clark NF called for cutting and burning 10,343 acres—more than 16

Rick Baum (2024-12-02). Increasing Income Inequality Under Trump and the Democrats. counterpunch.org The state of peoples' economic conditions is one reason provided for why Harris lost. Many people are hurting financially from the higher costs for groceries, housing, medical care, and other basic needs. There is an official rate of inflation. There is also an individual rate of inflation. The country can have an inflation rate of

Sarah Hyden (2024-12-02). The Calf Canyon Fire Review: an Indictment of the Forest Service's Land Management Strategy. counterpunch.org In April of 2022, three wildfires were ignited in the Santa Fe National Forest by three separate US Forest Service escaped prescribed burns. 378,000 acres of the Santa Fe National Forest, Carson National Forest and private lands were burned. As a result of the two larger of these fires, the Calf Canyon Fire and the

Human Rights Watch (2024-12-02). World Court Considers Climate Change. hrw.org Click to expand Image | The International Court of Justice in The Hague, Netherlands, opens hearings into the legal obligations of countries with respect to combating climate change on December 2, 2024. | © 2024 Peter Dejong/AP Photo…

Robert Malone (2024-12-02). The Morality Paradox. dissidentvoice.org Sometimes, someone will ask me how Jill and I accomplish everything that we do. That is, travel about a third of each month, broadcast on TV and podcasts, write this substack, write books, write articles for other journals, garden, take care of our 20 horses, birds, dogs, and the farm, maintain a certain level of …

ecns.cn (2024-12-02). China achieves first IVF pregnancy using comprehensive assessment model. ecns.cn The Women's Hospital School of Medicine at Zhejiang University (Woman Hospital) has achieved China's first in vitro fertilization (IVF) pregnancy based on a comprehensive assessment model that combines single-gene preimplantation genetic testing (PGT) with polygenic risk score (PRS) for breast cancer.

ecns.cn (2024-12-02). Novel science by Harbin Institute of Technology contributes to Long March-12 rocket's maiden flight. ecns.cn China's Harbin Institute of Technology (HIT) announced a significant breakthrough on Sunday that Professor Yuan Shijian's team developed an ultra-low-temperature forming technology for an integrated tank base, which contributed to the successful maiden flight of the Long March-12 carrier rocket.

ecns.cn (2024-12-02). 2024 Sensors Summit nets $3.9 billion in deals. ecns.cn The 2024 Sensors Summit, themed "Sense the World, Create the Future", was held on Sunday in Zhengzhou City, central China's Henan Province, resulting in 42 significant contracts, valued at 28.4 billion yuan ($3.91 billion).

ecns.cn (2024-12-02). China launches Antarctic atmosphere watch station to bolster climate change response. ecns.cn China's first overseas atmosphere watch station in Antarctica began operation on Sunday, coinciding with the World Antarctica Day.

ecns.cn (2024-12-02). Chinese, Russian scientists develop extremely low-temperature resistant composite material. ecns.cn Scientists from the National University of Science and Technology in Russia and China University of Mining & Technology, Beijing, have developed a new composite compound that maintains its mechanical properties even at extremely cold temperatures of minus 150 degrees Celsius.

ecns.cn (2024-12-02). Highlights of 2024-2025 FIS Snowboard Big Air World Cup. ecns.cn Yang Wenlong of China finished third to reach the podium for the first time in a World Cup.

ecns.cn (2024-12-02). China's largest desert encircled by 40-year green barrier project. ecns.cn China is in the final stages of completing a 3,046-kilometer green barrier around the Taklimakan Desert, aiming to combat desertification through the cultivation of drought-resistant plants. Covering 337,000 square kilometers, Taklimakan in northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region is China's largest desert and dubbed the "Sea of Death." China has built a 2,761-kilometer-long green barrier on the edge of the Taklimakan Desert by the end of 2023 through innovative methods such as grass grids, photovoltaic power stations and windbreak forests.

ecns.cn (2024-12-02). Unlocking Chinese Cities | Cradle of Skiing: Altay invites global ski lovers to snowy adventure. ecns.cn Since mid-October 2024, Altay has welcomed over 2.35 million visitors from home and abroad, up over 60 percent year-on-year.

ecns.cn (2024-12-02). InsightsÔΩúChina helps Africa open the door to the world via infrastructure and digitalization. ecns.cn The Belt and Road Initiative launched by China helps open landlocked African countries to the world through development of ports, railways and roads, said Alaa Ezz, secretary general of the Union of African Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Agriculture and Professions, during an interview with China News Network.

english.almanar.com.lb (2024-12-02). Yemeni Forces Strike US Destroyer, 3 Ships with Missiles, Drone. english.almanar.com.lb The Yemeni Armed Forces (YAF) have carried out a major military operation targeting a US destroyer and three American supply ships in the Arabian Sea and Gulf of Aden, the YAF spokesperson Brigadier General Yahya Saree announced on Sunday. According to Saree's statement, the YAF's missile and drone forces executed the top-tier operation, utilizing a …

Rhoda Wilson (2024-12-02). Tributes pour in for Anna de Buisseret, a UK lawyer who fought for us until the end. expose-news.com Anna de Buisseret passed away on Saturday after losing her battle with cancer. We have lost one of our own and she will be deeply missed. Anna has been with the freedom …

Rhoda Wilson (2024-12-02). We live in the age of Snitches and Sneaks. expose-news.com We live in an age where snitching and sneaking are encouraged. No doubt this will go towards boosting people's social credit scores. Governments are introducing laws to encourage people to report their …

Rhoda Wilson (2024-12-02). Would Drs. Shipman, Crippen and Mengele welcome Britain's new death by doctor law? expose-news.com Any Member of the UK Parliament who doesn't realise that the "mercy killing" the House of Commons has approved will be extended to include the vulnerable, the weak and the mentally ill …

Amir Nour (2024-12-02). The War on Gaza: A New Global Order in the Making? globalresearch.ca [Links to Parts I to XII are provided at the bottom of this article.] | "For the Romans I set no boundaries of time and space; I have granted them empire without end." (Publius Vergilius Maro)[1] | 1. In : …

Dr. Joseph Mercola (2024-12-02). Fermented Gardens Redefine Sustainable Farming. globalresearch.ca The documentary "Into the Soil: The Wisdom of Regenerative Farming" introduces Brigid LeFevre, who grew up in an Irish Camphill community practicing biodynamic farming; families lived with individuals with special needs and operated without monetary transactions | The documentary advocates separating …

Dr. Suzanne Burdick (2024-12-02). Children's Eyesight Worsened Twice as Fast During COVID Lockdowns. globalresearch.ca The rate of

Dr. William Makis (2024-12-02). Alberta Health Services Almost Killed a Girl with Remdesivir. Now, Sick Again, She Recovered Without Risking AHS Hospitals. globalresearch.ca Story: | This Alberta woman's daughter who has Down Syndrome, was almost killed by Alberta Health Services (AHS) in 2022 when she was hospitalized with breathing problems, put on a ventilator and doctors wanted to start Remdesivir. | Alberta Health Services would …

Scott Ritter (2024-12-02). Fahrenheit 7232. Scott Ritter. globalresearch.ca "The sun burned every day. It burned Time. The world rushed in a circle and turned on its axis and time was busy burning the years and the people anyway, without any help from him. So if he burned things …

Timothy Alexander Guzman (2024-12-02). Giving Peace a Chance? Trump's Cabinet Picks Are Neocons, Warmongers, and Pro-Zionist Fanatics. globalresearch.ca President-elect Donald J. Trump will hit the ground running on January 21st, 2025. Trump has made his choices for the top spots at the Department of State, the Pentagon and the CIA. Let's keep in mind that Trump …

Uriel Araujo (2024-12-02). Endemic Corruption Destroying Energy Infrastructure in Ukraine. globalresearch.ca The topic of corruption in Ukraine is once again surfacing. According to a The Times

Uriel Araujo (2024-12-02). Could Trump Invade Mexico? The Risk of an Escalation Is Real. globalresearch.ca Donald Trump has repeatedly announced he is preparing a war against drug cartels, and James Bosworth, a global fellow at the Wilson Center's Latin America Program, There is in any case a …

infobrics (2024-12-02). Western powers trying to 'Ukrainize' Georgia. infobrics.org NATO, EU want to overthrow the legitimate government in the country and establish a pro-Western junta, as happened in Ukraine in 2014.

infobrics (2024-12-02). Can Turkey be trusted if it joins BRICS. infobrics.org Turkey needs to change its expansionist policies in order to build better relations with BRICS. Ankara will need to make a far more convincing commitment, first by leaving NATO and then by rejecting Neo-Ottomanism, pan-Turkism and Islamic radicalism as tools of its power projection.

infobrics (2024-12-02). Could Trump invade Mexico? The risk of an escalation is real. infobrics.org Any such cross-border militarization as promised by Trump (with potential for some degree of armed confrontation) could have escalating consequences and unpredictable repercussions in terms of diplomatic and economic impacts, gang violence, and domestic and cross-border inter-ethnic tensions.

Daniel Haqiqatjou (2024-12-02). Syrian Conflict: Understanding Sunni-Shia Relations. muslimskeptic.com There are many countries with Sunni and Shia populations. The most important are Syria, Iraq, Lebanon, Bahrain, Iran, Turkey, and Pakistan. In each of these countries, the relations between Sunnis and Shia radically differ. In some cases, it is relatively good, and in others it is absolutely terrible. There are two primary factors that determine Sunni …

Matt Stoller (2024-12-02). How Democrats Learned To Love Losing. levernews.com

Imran Mulla (2024-12-02). UK could face legal action for 'genocide complicity', argues Scottish politician. middleeasteye.net UK could face legal action for 'genocide complicity', argues Scottish politician | Scottish National Party MP Chris Law accuses David Lammy of exposing UK to 'significant risk'
| Mon, 12/02/2024 – 13: 01 ⚪ Britain's Foreign Secretary David Lammy gives a press conference in Abuja on 4 November, 2024 (AFP/Kola Sulaimon)…

Imran Mulla (2024-12-02). Qatari emir arrives in Britain for state visit hosted by King Charles. middleeasteye.net Qatari emir arrives in Britain for state visit hosted by King Charles | The UK aims to attract fresh investment from oil and gas rich Gulf states | Mon, 12/02/2024 – 14: 15 ⚪ Qatar's Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani is pictured upon arrival for his official visit at Schloss Meseberg palace in Meseberg, north of Berlin,…

newarab (2024-12-02). Egypt jails journalist Sayed Saber over social media posts. newarab.com

newarab (2024-12-02). Russian jet strikes kill 8 civilians in rebel-held Idlib. newarab.com

Staff (2024-12-02). Trump Threatens 100% Tariffs on BRICS in Case of Dedollarization (+US Decline). orinocotribune.com Caracas (OrinocoTribune.com)—If the BRICS countries decide to replace the US currency, "they should say goodbye to selling into the wonderful US economy," US president-elect Donald Trump wrote on Saturday, November 30, while threatening to impose 100% tariffs on BRICS countries if they try to end the international dominance of the US dollar. | "We require a commitment from these countries that they will neither create a new BRICS currency, nor back any other currency to replace the mighty US Dollar, or they will face 100% tariffs," the Republican politician, to be inaugurated as US president on January 25,…

Mark Gruenberg (2024-12-02). Postal Workers launch campaign against another DeJoy mail slowdown. peoplesworld.org WASHINGTON—…

Michael Berkowitz (2024-12-02). 'Woman of the Hour': Victims of the culture. peoplesworld.org Clearly, Anna Kendrick has something to say. Her new film Woman of the Hour is not merely a vanity project, professional development, or guilty pleasure. She doesn't really need all that. Kendrick is an accomplished actor and singer, having Academy Award, Tony, and Emmy nominations to go with her successful films and recordings. In the …

Press Associates (2024-12-02). Sudden plant closure forces Chicago Teamsters local to sue Pepsi. peoplesworld.org CHICAGO —Sudden closure of the Pepsi bottling plant in Chicago's Back of the Yards neighborhood on the South Side with no notice has left the workers in shock and forced their union, Teamsters Local 727, to sue the firm in U.S. District Court for violating the federal plant-closing law. The October 28 closure of the …

SAM (2024-12-02). Democrats Have A Lot To Learn From Trump's Ground Game. progressivehub.net ASTRA TAYLOR | THE GUARDIAN…

SAM (2024-12-02). Elon Musk And His Dangerous, Stupid DOGE Plans. progressivehub.net TOM HASTINGS | LA PROGRESSIVE…

SAM (2024-12-02). Zionist Settlers Have A Plan To Seize The Gaza Strip. progressivehub.net YOUNIS TIRAWI | DROP SITE…

Laà´titia Riss (2024-12-02). In Belgium, The PTB Wants To "Awaken Class Consciousness" socialistproject.ca A few metres from the North Sea, in the Flemish town of Ostend, the Belgian Workers' Party (PTB) celebrated its political comeback last September with a major Manifiesta attended by 15,000 people. The programme included a number of international guests, including British MP Jeremy Corbyn, American trade unionist Shawn Fain and French journalist Serge Halimi, as well as political, cultural and sports workshops for party supporters. Throughout all the debates, there was one common thread: reclaiming the heritage of Marxism and working to rebuild it. | In this way, the PTB aims to be more offensive than the Frenc…

tn.ai (2024-12-02). Iran Warns of Spread of Syria Insecurity. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The Iranian Foreign Ministry's spokesperson warned that insecurity in Syria won't remain confined to the Arab country as terrorism will plague the other areas if it is not fought.

_____ (2024-12-02). ChatGPT Turns 2: Evolution of Groundbreaking AI Chatbot. transcend.org Launched on 30 Nov 2022, ChatGPT reached 1 million users within five days and surpassed 100 million in just two months. On Oct 2024 it had 200 million weekly active users worldwide. ChatGPT Plus has around 10 million paying subscribers.

_____ (2024-12-02). Cuba Expresses Solidarity with Venezuela and Condemns New US Sanctions. transcend.org 28 Nov 2024 – This statement comes against a background of growing tension between Venezuela and the United States, where sanctions have been seen as an attempt to destabilize the Maduro government.

_____ (2024-12-02). Doctor Who Volunteered in Gaza Tells UN: 'Palestinians Don't Need Our Pity'. transcend.org Tanya Haj Hassan, a pediatric intensive care MD, addressed the UNGA on the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People on Tue 26 Nov 2024, sharing the harrowing realities faced by Palestinians trapped in Gaza.

_____ (2024-12-02). Dostoyevsky on Why There Are No Bad People. transcend.org Dostoyevsky contemplates the paradox of people-pleasing: 'I am interested only in the question, is it, or is it not, good that I have pleased everybody?' Under the heading "On the Subject That We All Are Good Fellows," he discusses our deepest goodness.

_____ (2024-12-02). Everybody's Got to Learn Sometime (Music Video of the Week). transcend.org From the album Dumb Waters 2018…

_____ (2024-12-02). (Franàßais) Pollution de l'air à Delhi : un révélateur des inégalités. transcend.org 25 Nov 2024 – A Delhi, les niveaux de pollution ont atteint des seuils alarmants ces derniers jours, supérieur aux normes de l'OMS. La quatrième phase du Plan d'urgence: fermeture des écoles, l'arrêt des chantiers, l'interdiction de circulation des camions et la suspension des activités industrielles.

_____ (2024-12-02). Internet Quick Ones… transcend.org How do trees get on the Internet?>

_____ (2024-12-02). (Italiano) Lavorare per la guerra? transcend.org 29 Novembre 2024 – Negli ultimi 20 anni — grazie al lavoro appassionato e scrupoloso di studiosi, attivisti e giornalisti — è stato possibile fornire al pubblico notizie sempre più accurate e puntuali sui flussi di denaro che in Italia e nel mondo accompagnano la costruzione e la realizzazione di politiche aggressive e violente.

_____ (2024-12-02). (Italiano) Riscaldamento globale: 12 approcci. transcend.org Si fa un gran parlare di riscaldamento globale, giustamente. Ma servono idee concrete per passare dalle parole ai fatti, magari con preoccupazioni che fan capolino in fondo alla mente:…

_____ (2024-12-02). New Powder That Captures Carbon Could Be 'Quantum Leap' for Industry. transcend.org 29 Nov 2024 – A 'covalent organic framework' can be used to capture carbon to store it or convert it for industrial use.

_____ (2024-12-02). The Emperor's New Clothes. transcend.org Many years ago there was an Emperor so exceedingly fond of new clothes that he spent all his money on being well dressed. He cared nothing about reviewing his soldiers, going to the theatre, or going for a ride in his carriage, except to show off his new clothes.

_____ (2024-12-02). Trump Threatens 100% Tariff on BRICS if They Act to Undermine US Dollar. transcend.org 30 Nov 2024 – His threat was directed at nine countries in the BRICS alliance: Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran and the United Arab Emirates.

tvbrics (2024-12-02). UAE President hosts Saudi Crown Prince during official visit to deepen the strategic partnership. tvbrics.com The discussion addressed the strong fraternal ties between the two countries…

tvbrics (2024-12-02). China launches its first atmospheric monitoring station in Antarctica to combat climate change. tvbrics.com Observations from this new station hold unique scientific value due to its strategic location and advanced capabilities…

tvbrics (2024-12-02). India adopts AI technology to transform forest management and conservation. tvbrics.com AI enables a more accurate understanding of the region's biodiversity, wildlife habitats, and watershed areas…

tvbrics (2024-12-02). India increases coal production. tvbrics.com Total coal production stood at 628.03 million tonnes during the period from the beginning of the financial year 2024-25 to November 2024…

tvbrics (2024-12-02). Iran calls for enhanced rail cooperation among SCO member states. tvbrics.com A key initiative in this context is the North-South Intercontinental Corridor, a flagship project for global rail transport…

tvbrics (2024-12-02). Russian school students learn about BRICS activities at festival in Moscow. tvbrics.com Pre-university education programmes were presented at the event…

tvbrics (2024-12-02). UAE celebrates National Day. tvbrics.com On 2 December 1971, the UAE was declared as an independent, sovereign, and federal state…

tvbrics (2024-12-02). Venezuelan team wins gold at the World Robotics Olympiad. tvbrics.com The Venezuelan delegation included 47 participants in four categories…

tvbrics (2024-12-02). Vietnam's capital city to switch to green buses by 2035. tvbrics.com From 2026, the city will prepare full technical and economic parameters for all types of electric buses…

tvbrics (2024-12-02). Vladimir Putin and Masoud Pezeshkian outline plan for further contacts during telephone conversation. tvbrics.com They discussed the agreements reached at the talks in Kazan…

tvbrics (2024-12-02). Zimbabwe-China partnership in human resources development boosts skills training and innovation. tvbrics.com Over the past year, approximately 700 Zimbabweans from diverse sectors have participated in training programmes in China…

Eileen Kinch (2024-12-02). As Ukraine war hits 1,000 days, Pope Francis renews call for peace. anabaptistworld.org Marking 1,000 days since the start of the war in Ukraine, with hundreds of thousands of Ukrainians and Russians dead and millions displaced, the Vatican on Nov. 20 welcomed Olena Zelenska, wife of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, and renewed earlier appeals for peace. In a half-hour private audience, Zelenska and the pope addressed the humanitarian …

The Media Line Staff (2024-12-02). Russian Military Bloggers Report Sacking of Kremlin's Top Commander in Syria. themedialine.org

The Canary (2024-12-02). Car crash interview shows Tories are still playing both sides on migration. thecanary.co In a car crash interview, shadow environment secretary Victoria Atkins has shown the Tories are still speaking from both sides of their mouth on migration. It's a situation which is bad for the country at large and bad for the people who choose to come and live here: "This is a spectacular attempt to avoid […] | By

The Canary (2024-12-02). Diane Abbott forensically demolishing Keir Starmer is just delicious. thecanary.co When Keir Starmer first became Labour Party leader, we were told over and over by fawning columnists that he would bring a 'forensic' approach to the job. Since becoming PM, of course, Starmer has shown he has the political intelligence of Mr Bean — not an ideal situation, as he also has the charisma and […] | By

The Canary (2024-12-02). Flash mob takes over British Museum to call out its planet-wrecking £50m BP donation. thecanary.co On Saturday 30 November the Great Court of the British Museum was taken over by the Climate Choir Movement flash mob when around two hundred visitors at the British Museum café stood up and broke into three-part harmony to sing: 'It's time to drop BP! Don't take their dirty money!': The singers, including members of […] | By

imperial.ac.uk (2024-12-02). UK poised to lead G7 on clean electricity production. imperial.ac.uk Ambitious clean energy policies mean the UK can make stronger carbon reduction commitments when international targets are revised in 2025.

Gabisile (2024-12-02). SA eyes increased trade relations with Nigeria. sanews.gov.za SA eyes increased trade relations with Nigeria | International Relations and Cooperation Minister, Ronald Lamola, has emphasised to his Nigerian counterpart the necessity for both nations to elevate investment and trade relations to a higher level. | "One of the overriding imperatives of our bilateral relations is the need to increase our investment and trade relations to higher levels. | "The relatively large sizes of our economies logically dictate that our economic collaboration should be yielding much bigger results," Lamola said on Monday. | The Minister was speaking in Cape Town, where he co-chaired the M…

Human Rights Watch (2024-12-02). Volkswagen's China Joint Venture to Exit Xinjiang. hrw.org Click to expand Image | A plant operated by a subsidiary of SAIC-Volkswagen on the outskirts of Urumqi, the capital of China's Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region, on April 22, 2021. | © 2021 AP Photo/Mark Schiefelbein…

Kungu Al-Mahadi Adam (2024-12-02). UECCC set to Launch Price Subsidy Program for Clean Energy Technologies. plusnews.ug The Uganda Energy Credit Capitalisation Company (UECCC) will officially launch the Price Subsidy Program (Results Based Financing Facility) for Clean Energy Technologies on Thursday, 5th December 2024. UECCC is the implementing Agency of the Financial Intermediation Component of the Electricity Access Scale Up Project funded by the World Bank and the Government of Uganda. The …

Kungu Al-Mahadi Adam (2024-12-02). Uganda's Denis Omedi's Goal Against KCCA Nominated for CAF Goal of the Year. plusnews.ug Uganda and Kitara FC forward, Denis Omedi is vying for the Goal of the Year following his nomination at the 2024 CAF Awards. His sensational Rabona goal against KCCA scored in the FUFA Super 8 quarter-finals on August 6, 2024, at the MTN Omondi Stadium in Lugogo earned him the historic nomination. The Forward must …

Our Reporter (2024-12-02). Besigye Further Remanded Until December 10. plusnews.ug The General Court Martial in Makindye has further remanded Retired Col. Dr. Kizza Besigye and his co-accused Haji Obeid Lutale to Luzira Prison on charges of unlawful possession of ammunition and a firearm. The duo, who were arrested in Kenya, have been remanded until December 10, 2024, by the Court Martial, chaired by Brigadier Robert …

Our Reporter (2024-12-02). Besigye's Lawyers Protest Courtroom Access Delay. plusnews.ug Lawyers representing retired Col. Dr. Kizza Besigye and Obeid Lutaale protested delays in being allowed into the General Court Martial, where their clients are facing charges of unlawful possession of firearms. The legal team, comprising Lord Mayor Erias Lukwago, Kenyan lawyer Martha Karua as lead counsel, Samuel Muyizi Mulindwa, Eron Kiiza, and Nalukoola Luyimbazi, was …

Our Reporter (2024-12-02). Flood Submerge 300 Homesteads in Kikuube. plusnews.ug More than 300 homesteads in Kyangwali Sub-county, Kikuube District, have been submerged by fresh floods triggered by the rising water levels of Lake Albert. The most affected residents are from the landing sites of Kiina, Kyakapere, Songa, Kyakasambo, and Sunzu in Buhuka Parish, Kyangwali Sub-county. Victims report that water levels began rising in September, forcing …

Plus News (2024-12-02). Bulambuli Landslides: Death Toll Rises to 22. plusnews.ug The death toll in Bulambuli District resulting from the mudslide has risen to 22. The landslide occurred in Buluganya Parish, Buluganya Sub-County, on the evening of November 27, 2024, around 7 PM. Heavy rainfall lasting approximately six hours triggered the disaster, burying about 45 households in the villages of Masugu, Namakyele, Mamolo, and Ntagalo. The …

Plus News (2024-12-02). Former Vice President Kazibwe Involved in Accident. plusnews.ug The former vice president, Dr. Specioiza Wandira Kazibwe, was rushed to Jinja Hospital on Sunday night after being involved in a motor vehicle accident along the Kayunga-Njeru road in Buikwe District. Ssezibwa Regional Police Spokesperson Helen Butoto confirmed that Dr. Kazibwe was traveling with her 17-year-old grandson, Igapira Wandika when the accident occurred. The incident …

Plus News (2024-12-02). Iteso Who Came to Ethiopia are Returnees, Not Refugees. plusnews.ug Earlier this year, ministers from Christ Disciples' Church (CDC), a fivefold ministry based in Soroti, Teso, Uganda, organized the "Ateker for Christ" evangelism mission in partnership with the Full Gospel Church of Ethiopia. The event, scheduled from February 9 to March 23, 2023, took place in Kangaten, Nyangatom, Ethiopia. The mission raised concerns within Teso …

Plus News (2024-12-02). Opinion: Kizza Besigye Again on a Foolish Traitors Errands. plusnews.ug By Ofwono Opondo A week is a long time. Many political pundits, and probably even Kizza Besigye, despite his public rattling had written himself off as no longer of any serious significance in Uganda's future political equation. Then, he 'disappears' from a Nairobi hotel in Nairobi, only a few days later to be arraigned before …

Hardeep Matharu (2024-12-02). Trump's Return and the Farage Blindspot: Dismissing What We Disagree With in the Hope It Will Disappear Isn't the Answer — Reality Proves Otherwise. bylinetimes.com Inconvenient Truths: | It's a very human instinct to dismiss that which we disagree with. By distancing ourselves from an undesirable reality, we think we can remove its power; make it less possible. But the blindspots created in the process can increase the dangers we are trying to minimise. | An insightful new BBC Its first standout moment for me was Nigel Farage stating a truth so obvious it is…

Staff (2024-12-02). Car crash interview shows Tories are still playing both sides on migration. thecanary.co In a car crash interview, shadow environment secretary Victoria Atkins has shown the Tories are still speaking from both sides of their mouth on migration. It's a situation which is bad for the country at large and bad for the people who choose to come and live here: "This is a spectacular attempt to avoid …

Staff (2024-12-02). EXPOSED: the scandal of big money in UK politics — corruption, dark money, and cash for access. thecanary.co Almost one in every ten pounds donors give to political parties in the UK comes from dubious sources, research from Transparency International (TI) has found. Highly questionable donations, from highly questionable donors TI analysed 78,735 donations worth £1.19bn that were reported to the Electoral Commission from 2001-2024. Of that, £48.2m comes from donors that are …

Nathan Spears (2024-12-02). 7 Subtle Ways to Create Privacy in Any Space: Home, Office, or Public. thecanary.co Whether you're at home, in the office, or in a public setting like a retail store or café, creating subtle privacy is essential for comfort, focus, and ambiance. Privacy doesn't always have to mean complete seclusion—it can simply involve adding enough separation to make a space feel more comfortable and personal without sacrificing openness. Below […] | By

The Media Line Staff (2024-12-02). American-Born Tank Commander's Death Confirmed 14 Months After Hamas Abduction. themedialine.org

The Media Line Staff (2024-12-02). Top Turkish and American Diplomats Share Call Amid Major Escalation in Syria. themedialine.org

The Media Line Staff (2024-12-02). Shin Bet Chief Responds to Criticism Over Leak Probe, Defends War-Time Investigation Integrity. themedialine.org

Abdullah Jallow (2024-12-02). And remind, for verily, the reminding profits the believers. salaficentre.com In The Name of Allah, The Most Merciful, The Bestower of Mercy. Allah [The Exalted] stated: [ŸàŸéÿ∞ŸéŸÉŸëŸêÿ±€° ŸÅŸéÿ•ŸêŸÜŸëŸé Ÿ±ŸÑÿ∞ŸëŸêŸÉ€°ÿ±ŸéŸâŸ∞ ÿ™ŸéŸÜŸÅŸéÿπŸè Ÿ±ŸÑ€°ŸÖŸèÿ§&e…

Human Rights Watch (2024-12-02). Belgium Adopts Historic Law Against Sexual Exploitation. hrw.org Click to expand Image | A chair inside of a sex worker's booth in Antwerp, Belgium, November 3, 2020. | © 2020 Virginia Mayo/AP Photo | A new Belgian law addressing sexual and labor exploitation came into force on December 1. The law follows years of human rights advocacy by community experts Utsopi, Violett, and Espace P, and responds to some of the worst forms of violence and discrimination faced by people who sell sexual services.First, the law provides access to social security for workers who sign employment contracts. Belgium decriminalized sex work in 2022, in line with policy recommendations from…

Human Rights Watch (2024-12-02). Ethiopia: Authorities Suspend Three Rights Groups. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Men in downtown Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, November 3, 2021. | © 2021 Eduardo Soteras/AFP via Getty Images | (Nairobi) — Ethiopian authorities should immediately reverse the suspension of three independent human rights organizations and allow them to freely operate, Human Rights Watch said today. Ethiopia's partners should publicly condemn the government's latest attacks on civil society organizations.Since November 14, 2024, the Ethiopian Authority for Civil Society Organizations (ACSO), a government body that oversees civil society groups, has issued suspension letters to the C…

Human Rights Watch (2024-12-02). Guinea: Rights at Risk as Promised Transition Derails. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Poster of Gen. Mamady Doumbouya in Conakry's streets, Guinea, September 2024 | © 2024 Human Rights Watch | The military authorities in Guinea have cracked down on the opposition, media, and peaceful dissent, and have failed to keep their promises to restore civilian rule by December 2024.When Gen. Mamady Doumbouya overthrew his autocratic predecessor, Alpha Condé, he pledged to rebuild the state, respect human rights, and deliver justice. But his government has largely continued killing, intimidating, and silencing critics.Guinean authorities should respect people's right to demon…

Human Rights Watch (2024-12-02). Make President Biden's Only Trip to Africa Count. hrw.org Click to expand Image | US President Joe Biden is greeted by Angolan Foreign Minister Tete Antonio as he arrives at Quatro de Fevereiro international airport in Luanda, Angola, December 2, 2024. | © 2024 Ben Curtis/AP Photo…

Tim Huber (2024-12-02). Eastern Canada Conference appoints executive minister. anabaptistworld.org Anthony Siegrist has been appointed executive minister of Mennonite Church Eastern Canada. The MCEC Executive Council made the announcement Nov. 8.

Staff (2024-12-02). Survey of the "Big Catch Bonanza" slot at Casinonic. moguldom.com Introduction "Big Catch Bonanza" is a fishing-themed slot that features bright and detailed graphics, dynamic gameplay and a variety of bonus features. Developed by NetGame Entertainment, it offers an interesting combination of classic game elements and original mechanics. The slot was released in 2023 and has already gained popularity among those looking for games with …

Staff (2024-12-02). A Newbie's Tutorial for Blackjack Card Counting. moguldom.com Intro Mastering card counting in blackjack offers newbies additional opportunities to improve their skills and analyze the game. This method has long been popular due to its effectiveness, although it requires attention, practice and discipline. Regardless of skill lvl, it can be a useful tool for those who want to delve deeper into strategy. Bizzo …

Ann Brown (2024-12-02). Illinois Supreme Court Rules State Can't Prosecute Jussie Smollet After Making Plea Agreement. moguldom.com The Illinois Supreme Court recently overturned actor Jussie Smollett's conviction for staging a hate crime and lying to police, citing a 2019 agreement that should have barred his further prosecution, The Associated Press reported. Smollett, known for his role on the popular TV show "Empire," had faced major scrutiny after reporting a racist and homophobic …

Umm Khalid (2024-12-02). 7 Tips for Raising Less Spoiled Muslim Children. muslimskeptic.com Many kids (and adults) today are spoiled and entitled. And it's often because of their parents. Parents, the more your kids do for themselves, the more self-assured and confident they become. The older kids get, the more room they need for some independence from parents. Prepare your kids for life without you; don't train them …

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Annie Ham (2024-12-02). How Universities Are Trying to Stop Another Year of Anti-War Activism. theintercept.com Big public universities, historically at the forefront of catalyzing activist movements, are now using legal action, disciplinary efforts, and rule changes to chill speech and dissent.

Eric Worrall (2024-12-02). German Scientists Using Generative AI to Hallucinate Fake Climate Records. wattsupwiththat.com Taking "model output is data" to the next level…

GABIK (2024-12-02). Five suspected ATM bombers killed in shootout with police in Emalahleni. sanews.gov.za Five suspected ATM bombers killed in shootout with police in Emalahleni | Five suspected ATM bombers have been killed and one arrested during a shootout with police in Emalahleni, in Mpumalanga. | The suspects were shot and fatally wounded in a shootout with the Tactical Management Operational Section (TOMS) of the Hawks, the South Africa Police Services (SAPS) Special Task Force (STF), and Falcon Risk Security in the early hours of Monday. | National Head of the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation, Lieutenant General Godfrey Lebeya, said the team was following up on information received regarding a pote…

GABIK (2024-12-02). KZN announces bold interventions to tackle food poisoning, spaza shop safety. sanews.gov.za KZN announces bold interventions to tackle food poisoning, spaza shop safety | KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thamsanqa Ntuli has outlined a series of government interventions in a bid to curb food safety challenges affecting vulnerable communities across the province. | This follows weeks of heightened reports of food poisoning incidents, particularly impacting children. | Outlining a series of government interventions during a media briefing recently, Ntuli said the provincial government commits to tackle the root causes of the problem, which include poor regulation of the informal food sector, inadequate hygiene standa…

GABIK (2024-12-02). NMB Deputy Mayor commends demolition of crime den building. sanews.gov.za NMB Deputy Mayor commends demolition of crime den building | Nelson Mandela Bay (NMB) Municipality Deputy Mayor, Gary van Niekerk, has described the demolition of a hijacked building and crime hotspot at 35 Clyde Street, Central, as a major step towards addressing problem buildings. | Once a quaint, historic building, the hijacked building had become a den for crime, where illicit activities thrived in the dilapidated structure. | The door to the murky world was firmly shut when Stu Davidson Plant Hire and Demolition started their work on Friday morning (29 November). | Van Niekerk was alerted to the criminal act…

Gabisile (2024-12-02). BMA outlines plans to secure SA's ports of entry this festive season. sanews.gov.za BMA outlines plans to secure SA's ports of entry this festive season | The Border Management Authority (BMA) unveiled its festive season plan, spanning from December 2024 to January 2025, aimed at managing increased border activities. | South Africa faces complex border-related challenges, including illegal immigration, cross-border crimes, and smuggling of illicit goods. | Key interventions by the BMA this festive season include extending operating hours at major ports of entry over the festive season, deploying 69 additional personnel, and collaborating with Interpol and local law enforcement authorities. | B…

Guest Blogger (2024-12-02). National Grid & The Hornsea Battery. wattsupwiththat.com The National Grid, however, are being deceitful by trying to persuade the public that storage schemes like this one will solve the problem of wind intermittency.

Guest Blogger (2024-12-02). Weekly Climate and Energy News Roundup #622. wattsupwiththat.com "Curiosity is a delicate little plant which, aside from stimulation, stands mainly in need of freedom." — Albert Einstein, Autobiographical Notes (1949)…

Matona (2024-12-02). Government activities for the week 2 — 6 December 2024. sanews.gov.za Government activities for the week 2 — 6 December 2024 | On Monday, 2 December, the Commissioner of the Border Management Authority, Dr Michael Masiapato, holds a media briefing to outline the festive season control measures at all ports of entry. | On Monday, 2 December, International Relations and Cooperation Minister, Ronald Lamola, and his Nigerian counterpart co-chair the Ministerial Session of the 11th Session of the SA-Nigeria Bi-National Commission in Cape Town. | On Monday, 2 December, Minister of Land Reform and Rural Development, Mzwanele Nyhontso, leads the commemoration of the 30th anniversary…

Matt Simon (2024-12-02). How giant 'batteries' in the Earth could slash your electricity bills. grist.org

nosihle (2024-12-02). Government pledges to complete Vredefort Dome Visitor Interpretation Centre project. sanews.gov.za Government pledges to complete Vredefort Dome Visitor Interpretation Centre project | The Department of Tourism will endeavour to facilitate an amicable resolution that will lead to the completion of the Vredefort Dome Visitor Interpretation Centre. | The Vredefort Dome Visitor Interpretation Centre in the Free State is an initiative of the department under its Working for Tourism programme that supports greater destination competitiveness, transformation, and accelerated tourism and enterprise growth. | Over the years, the construction of the Vredefort Dome Visitor Interpretation Centre has encountered a myriad…

nosihle (2024-12-02). NERSA hosts public hearings in Gauteng. sanews.gov.za NERSA hosts public hearings in Gauteng | The National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA) will conduct public hearings on Eskom's Sixth Multi-Year Price Determination (MYPD 6) in Gauteng, this week. | The public hearings on the MYPD6 revenue application for the 2025/26, 2026/27 and 2027/28 financial years is taking place on 3 – 4 December 2024 from 09: 00 — 17: 00. | The first day of the public hearings in Gauteng will take place on Tuesday, 3 December 2024, in Soweto, Uncle Tom's Community Centre, Kumalo Street, Orlando West, Johannesburg, 1804. | Day two of the public hearings will be on Wednesday, 4 D…

Sam Biddle (2024-12-02). These Tech Firms Won't Tell Us If They Will Help Trump Deport Immigrants. theintercept.com President-elect Donald Trump vows to start his second term with the immediate While details of the plan have varied, Trump's intention is clear. He plans to use f…

Staff (2024-12-02). Roger Waters Calls Out Thom Yorke Over Palestine. youtube.com
| Roger Waters of Pink Floyd calls out Thom Yorke and Johnny Greenwood of Radiohead over their row on Palestine and rejection of BDS. | Full interview here: youtu.be/aTVsVUqjjDo?si=4CBcKSCAoxtAP0Uf…

Staff (2024-12-02). The government of Chad has just decided to terminate its defense agreement with France. youtube.com

Staff (2024-12-02). Biden-Harris cybersecurity lead issues another urgent call for forensic audit of 2024 election. thecanary.co Jackie Singh, cybersecurity lead for the Biden-Harris 2020 campaign, has issued another dire warning about the integrity of the 2024 US presidential election. In a letter to president Joe Biden and vice president Kamala Harris, Singh called for a forensic audit, citing unprecedented domestic and foreign interference. "As the cybersecurity lead of your 2020 campaign, …

Christopher McDonald (2024-12-02). Biden-Harris cybersecurity lead issues another urgent call for forensic audit of 2024 election. thecanary.co Jackie Singh, cybersecurity lead for the Biden-Harris 2020 campaign, has issued another dire warning about the integrity of the 2024 US presidential election. In a letter to president Joe Biden and vice president Kamala Harris, Singh called for a forensic audit, citing unprecedented domestic and foreign interference. "As the cybersecurity lead of your 2020 campaign, […] | By

RONALD MUSOKE (2024-12-02). Why justice for rape survivors across Africa remains elusive. independent.co.ug It's time for legal definitions of rape to be comprehensive and survivor-centred ANALYSIS | RONALD MUSOKE | Rape remains one of the most common crimes in many African countries largely because it's not adequately criminalised or prosecuted and because of myths, and victim-blaming. According to a new report published by Equality Now, a global social justice …

The Independent (2024-12-02). Besigye further remanded as defense lawyers seek adjournment. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The General Court Martial in Makindye has further remanded Retired Col. Dr. Kizza Besigye and his co-accused Haji Obeid Lutale to Luzira Prison on charges of unlawful possession of ammunition and a firearm. The duo, who were arrested in Kenya, have been remanded until December 10, 2024, by the Court Martial, …

The Independent (2024-12-02). Martha Karua protests rigorous body searches by army at Court Martial. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Col. Dr. Kizza Besigye's lead counsel Martha Karua, has protested the rigorous body search she was subjected to by the army at the General Court Martial. Besigye is facing charges of illegal possession of ammunition and a firearm together with Hajji Obeid Lutale. Karua explained that she was searched at the gate, the entrance …

The Independent (2024-12-02). MTN Uganda launches premium loyalty program MTN Prestige. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | MTN Uganda has unveiled the MTN Prestige loyalty program, tailored to its high-value customers. As part of MTN's commitment to elevating customer experiences, the revamped loyalty program offers an array of premium benefits that go beyond the telecom sector, extending into lifestyle, wellbeing, and travel. MTN Prestige members will …

The Independent (2024-12-02). Museveni promotes Interpol Boss to AIGP. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | President Yoweri Museveni has promoted Senior Commissioner of Police (SCP) Joseph Obwana to the rank of Assistant Inspector General of Police (AIGP), the highest rank in the Uganda Police Force. This promotion also confirms Obwana's position as the Director of the National Central Bureau (Interpol-Uganda), a role he has been …

The Independent (2024-12-02). Ugandan golf records remarkable participation at the NCBA Golf Series finale in Kenya. independent.co.ug Nairobi, Kenya | THE INDEPENDENT | Ugandan golf continues to make strides, with a record 18 players representing the country at the 2024 NCBA Golf Series grand finale held at the prestigious Muthaiga Golf Club in Nairobi, Kenya. This marks a significant milestone in the sport's growth and development in Uganda, with participation levels rising sharply …

The Independent (2024-12-02). Watu Shule opens in Kampala to promote responsible driving. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Watu Uganda, an asset financing company, has launched Watu Shule, a pioneering riding school in the heart of Uganda's capital. This groundbreaking institution, the first of its kind in Uganda, is committed to providing accessible, high-quality motorcycle training. Its mission is to enhance road safety and contribute to the development …

The Independent (2024-12-02). Who are Uganda's influential Indian business families? independent.co.ug Despite being expelled by Idi Amin in the 1970s, Ugandans of Indian descent today make an outsize contribution to the country's economy. All you need to know about the families that matter. Kampala, Uganda | AGENCIES | At the India-Uganda Trade Mission organised in October by Equity Bank, Minister for Trade and Industry David Bahati said …

The Independent (2024-12-02). World marks deadliest pandemic at AIDS 2024. independent.co.ug UNAIDS urges leaders to 'act now' to ensure human rights for people affected by HIV ANALYSIS | AGENCIES | At the 25th International AIDS Conference (#AIDS2024), UNAIDS urged all participants to stay committed because the end of AIDS is within grasp. The Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS) called on leaders to embrace new scientific …

The Independent (2024-12-02). Jinja City travelers embrace new e-bus transportation system. independent.co.ug Jinja, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The newly introduced E-Bus transportation system in Jinja City has gained widespread praise for offering clean, efficient, and affordable transport options along its routes. Operated by the Kayoola series, the fleet of seven buses covers a 42-kilometer return route from Nakibizi in Njeru Municipality to Iganga Town, with multiple …

The Independent (2024-12-02). Uganda among winners of Bic Art Master competition. independent.co.ug Mesearch Kaweesi scoops $500 as national winner ART | THE INDEPENDENT & AGENCIES | Ugandan Mesearch Kaweesi has been named as a national winner in the 2024 edition of the Bic Art Master Africa annual art competition. His artwork was selected as among the best from 56 entries in the 6th edition of the Bic Art …

The Independent (2024-12-02). Winnie Byanyima's activism tested. independent.co.ug The UNAIDS boss is leading the charge to free her husband, opposition politician Kizza Besigye ANALYSIS | IAN KATUSIIME | Just days after her husband, opposition politician Dr Kizza Besigye, was thrown in jail, Winnie Byanyima, the executive director of UNAIDS, had to coordinate the launch of the World AIDS 2024 report in Geneva, Switzerland remotely. …

ICRC (2024-12-02). ICRC: Humanitarian aid remains an urgent necessity to alleviate the tide of suffering in Gaza. icrc.org Speech delivered by Régis Savioz of the International Committee of the Red Cross at the Cairo Ministerial Conference to Enhance the Humanitarian Response to Gaza, 2 December 2024…

Staff (2024-12-02). Resistencia de Líbano responde a infracciones de Israel. cubadebate.cu La Resistencia de Líbano (Hezbolá) llevó a cabo este lunes una primera respuesta defensiva y de advertencia contra el ejército de Israel, a la luz de las infracciones enemigas al acuerdo de tregua. Hezbolá confirmó la represalia ante los reiterados incumplimientos de Israel de alto el fuego, que entró en vigor en la madrugada del 27 de noviembre.

Pablo Rafael Fuentes (2024-12-02). Fiscalía de Brasil analiza informe policial sobre tentativa golpista. radiohc.cu La Habana, 2 dic (RHC) Un grupo de nueve fiscales examinará desde hoy la investigación de la Policía Federal (PF) que acusó al expresidente Jair Bolsonaro y a otras 36 personas por supuesta participación en una tentativa golpista en Brasil.

Raúl Rodríguez (2024-12-02). Cubana Mirabal tres veces de oro en Copa del Lejano Oriente de pesas. radiohc.cu La Habana, 2 dic (JIT).- Tres metales dorados se agenció la cubana Yeniuska Mirabal (71 kg) durante la Copa del Lejano Oriente de Levantamiento de Pesas, que transcurre en la isla rusa de Yuzhno-Sajalinsk.

Staff (2024-12-02). El Kremlin se pronuncia sobre amenaza de Trump a países del Brics. cubadebate.cu Si Estados Unidos obliga a otros países a utilizar el dólar, reforzará la tendencia al uso de monedas nacionales en los pagos internacionales, declaró el lunes el portavoz del Kremlin, Dmitri Peskov, ante la afirmación de Trump de que "la idea de que los Brics están tratando de alejarse del dólar mientras nosotros nos quedamos mirando se acabó".

Staff (2024-12-02). Late una escuela en el corazón de Macambo. cubadebate.cu Cuando se llega a Macambo, en el municipio San Antonio del Sur, todavía se ven en las viviendas y campos secuelas del panorama de destrucción que dejó la inundación provocada por el paso del huracán Oscar en la noche-madrugada del 20 y 21 de octubre pasado.

Staff (2024-12-02). Comenzó la comercialización de gas licuado en provincias del occidente cubano. cubadebate.cu La Unión Cuba-Petróleo (Cupet) informó del arribo, al muelle de la refinería àëico López de La Habana, del buque que transporta el gas licuado de petróleo (glp) con destino a la población y centros estatales. La entidad detalló que este domingo comenzó la distribución hacia las provincias occidentales: La Habana, Artemisa, Mayabeque y Pinar del Río.

Staff (2024-12-02). Convocan a actores económicos de La Habana a presentar iniciativas de economía circular. cubadebate.cu El Gobierno de La Habana en alianza con la Delegación del Ministerio de Ciencia, Tecnología y Medio Ambiente (Citma) convocó a los actores económicos de la provincia a presentar propuestas que contribuyan a la gestión de la cadena de valor de papel y cartón en base a principios de economía circular.

Staff (2024-12-02). Mijaín,Yusneylis Guzmán y Omara, los mejores deportistas del año en Cuba. cubadebate.cu Mijaín López, Yusneylis Guzmán y Omara Durand lideran a los mejores exponentes del deporte cubano en 2024, elegidos mediante la tradicional votación que involucra a periodistas y directivos del deporte. La reunión de presentación tuvo lugar en el salón de actos de la Ciudad Deportiva.

Raúl Rodríguez (2024-12-02). °Abre la Encuesta Deportiva de Prensa Latina, en su edición 60! radiohc.cu La Habana, 2 dic (PL).- La edición 60 de la tradicional Encuesta Deportiva de Prensa Latina abrió el domingo su telón, para elegir a los mejores atletas y equipos de América Latina y el Caribe en la temporada 2024.

Staff (2024-12-02). Díaz-Canel chequea en Artemisa las labores de recuperación. cubadebate.cu El presidente Miguel Díaz-Canel está de vuelta en Artemisa para dar seguimiento a las labores de recuperación tras el paso del huracán Rafael por este territorio. En la UEB "Cultivos protegidos", ubicada en el municipio de Caimito inició esta vez su recorrido.

Pablo Rafael Fuentes (2024-12-02). Recuerdan a luchadora argentina Hebe de Bonafini. radiohc.cu La Habana, 2 dic (RHC) Con conversatorios, documentales, presentaciones de libros y conciertos continúa hoy una jornada en homenaje a la reconocida luchadora contra los crímenes de la última dictadura cívico-militar en Argentina Hebe de Bonafini…

Pablo Rafael Fuentes (2024-12-02). Terroristas atacan con drones comunidades civiles en Siria. radiohc.cu La Habana, 2 dic (RHC) Varias localidades en las provincias de Hama y Homs, en el centro oeste de Siria, han sido atacadas hoy con drones lanzados por los grupos terroristas desde la provincia septentrional de Idlib.

Raúl Rodríguez (2024-12-02). Voleibol: astro Simón se lleva otra distinción de MVP en Liga Italiana. radiohc.cu La Habana, 2 dic (RHC).- El cubano Robertlandy Simón volvió a brillar en la jornada más reciente de la Superliga Italiana de Voleibol, al guiar al Piacenza al triunfo ante el Grottazzolina 3-0 y merecer la distinción de Jugador Más Valioso del partido.

Raúl Rodríguez (2024-12-02). Entrenador destaca forma de Arlen López para Noche de Campeones. radiohc.cu La Habana, 2 dic (JIT).- "El contrario es difícil, pero el nuestro se ve bien física y psicológicamente", comentó desde Dubái el entrenador Víctor Sánchez sobre la presencia del cubano Arlen López en la próxima Noche de Campeones de la Asociación Internacional de Boxeo (IBA).

Raúl Rodríguez (2024-12-02). Mijaín López y Yusneilys Guzmán mejores deportista del año en Cuba. radiohc.cu La Habana, 2 dic (JIT).- Los luchadores Mijaín López y Yusneylis Guzmán, el voleibolista de playa Jorge Luis Alayo y la beisbolista Haila González acapararon las principales distinciones individuales entre los mejores deportistas de Cuba en 2024. | La Habana, 2 dic (JIT).- Los luchadores Mijaín López y Yusneylis Guzmán, el voleibolista de playa Jorge Luis Alayo y la beisbolista Haila González acapararon las principales distinciones individuales entre los mejores deportistas de Cuba en 2024.

Staff (2024-12-02). Fidel Castro: En el futuro el concepto de universidad será demasiado grande. cubadebate.cu Discurso pronunciado por el Comandante Fidel Castro Ruz, Primer Secretario del Partido Unido de la Revolución Socialista y primer ministro del Gobierno Revolucionario, en la inauguración de la Ciudad Universitaria "José Antonio Echeverría", en los terrenos del central "Manuel Martínez Prieto", antiguo "Toledo", el 2 de diciembre de 1964.

Staff (2024-12-02). Interceptan camión de Los Palacios transportando cilindros de gas licuado ilegales. cubadebate.cu Interceptan camión de Suministros Agropecuarios perteneciente al municipio los Palacios, de Pinar del Río. La policía detectó al camión transportando 79 cilindros de gas licuado ilegales.

Staff (2024-12-02). Más del 93 por ciento de clientes en Artemisa tienen servicio eléctrico. cubadebate.cu Veintidós días después del paso del huracán Rafael por la geografía artemiseña, más de 13 000 clientes permanecen sin servicio eléctrico, de acuerdo con información ofrecida al Consejo de Defensa Provincial por Iscander Morales Suárez, director general de la Empresa Eléctrica en el territorio.

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