(2024-12-24). Israelis Invade Syria: Who Will Stop Israel? counterpunch.org 
The United States, Turkey and Israel all responded to the fall of the Assad government in Damascus by launching bombing campaigns on Syria. Israel also attacked and destroyed most of the Syrian Navy in port at Latakia, and invaded Syria from the long-occupied Golan Heights, advancing to within 16 miles of the capital, Damascus. The
(2024-12-24). Genocide in Gaza: Western Moral Collapse in the Age of Hyper-Imperialism | Vijay Prashad. indybay.org "This is not just an Israeli genocide – this is an Israeli, European and US genocide!" | Vijay Prashad exposes the moral decline of the global north in the age of hyper-Imperialism and its continued war against "defiance" found in the global south.
(2024-12-24). The Future of Syria w/ Ghadi Francis. thealtworld.com Join Mnar Adley and Ghadi Francis as they delve into the rapidly changing dynamics of the resistance movement in support of Palestine. | With the fall of Syria's President Assad and relentless Israeli bombings targeting Syrian military infrastructure, the region's resistance groups face unprecedented challenges. Syria, once a critical hub for these groups, now forces a major reshaping of strategies and operations. | What does this mean for the fight for a free Palestine? Tune in for an in-depth analysis of this pivotal moment in the Middle East.
(2024-12-24). Talks Underway to Reopen Iran, Syria Embassies. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The spokeswoman for the Iranian administration unveiled plans to reopen the embassies of Iran and Syria in Damascus and Tehran.
(2024-12-24). The Syrian People Have Freed Themselves, Who Will Wake the Amnesiacs? counterpunch.org Thousands and thousands of Syrians of all ages dancing and embracing, weeping and singing, waving the country's new flag and celebrating the end of tyranny, in the center of Syrian cities but also in Paris, Istanbul and Moscow, in Berlin or Stockholm, everywhere in the world where the almost 7 million Syrians driven from their
(2024-12-24). After the Fall of Assad: The Struggle for a Free Syria. counterpunch.org Syrians have overthrown Bashar al-Assad's brutal dictatorship, liberated cities, freed political prisoners, and opened space to struggle for an inclusive, democratic, egalitarian country. But imperial, regional, and internal forces are angling to contain the revolution. Join this Spectre Live! webinar led by Joseph Daher, Leila al-Shami, Yasser Munif, and Spectre's Shireen Akram-Boshar to learn about
(2024-12-24). American Airstrike Targets ISIS Weapons Shipment in Syria. themedialine.org 
(2024-12-24). Syria's fall and anti-imperialist lessons. mronline.org The fall of Syria was a serious strike against the Axis of Resistance, but all is not lost.
(2024-12-24). US Military Supported Syrian Rebel Offensive That Toppled Assad Government. scheerpost.com 
(2024-12-24). Urgent lessons for Russia from the Syrian and Armenian nightmares. strategic-culture.su
(2024-12-24). Over 20K UoPeople alumnus desirous of rebuilding Syria. ummid.com Thousands of Syrian refugees are planning to return to their homes to help rebuild Syria with the knowledge gained from their studies at University of the People (UoPeople) – a tuition-free American online university, following the fall of brutal Assad regime.
(2024-12-24). Solidarity Activists Are Raising Alarm Over Impending Turkish Attacks on Rojava. truthout.org When Seattle-based journalist and activist Arthur Pye visited North and East Syria in 2023, he was stunned by what he observed at an organizing meeting in Serdem, a refugee camp of internally displaced people. Many of the refugees had been participants in the Rojava Revolution — a Kurdish-led, multiethnic, feminist, directly democratic movement involving more than 4 million people — in the… |
(2024-12-24). Kurds Under Threat in Syria as Turkey Launches Attacks and Kills Journalists After Assad Regime Falls. democracynow.org 
As foreign powers look to shape Syria's political landscape after the toppling of the Assad regime, the country's Kurdish population is in the spotlight. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoƒüan continues to threaten the Syrian Kurdish YPG militia, which Turkey regards as an extension of the Kurdistan Workers' Party militants who have fought an insurgency against the Turkish state for 40 years. Turkey's foreign minister recently traveled to Damascus to meet with Syria's new de facto ruler Ahmed al-Sharaa, the head of the Islamist group HTS. "Turkey is a major threat to…
(2024-12-24). Israeli Forces Shoot Four Palestinians Near Jerusalem. imemc.org 
Israeli forces shot four Palestinians, on Monday, including three in the Qalandia refugee camp and one near the town of Hizma, north and northeast of occupied Jerusalem in the West Bank. Media sources said that the army stormed, at dawn Monday, the Qalandia refugee camp, north of occupied Jerusalem, invading and searching several citizens' homes, …
(2024-12-24). Water Over Gold: 15 Reasons Why El Salvador Should Again Reject Gold Mining. ips-dc.org 
Bukele's reversal today of the mining ban aggravates environmental risks already posed by his extractive economic agenda, will increase El Salvador's risk of environmental contamination, human rights violations, and public health concerns, and will have an adverse economic impact.
(2024-12-24). Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy sentenced to three years in prison. wsws.org The sentencing of the former head of state on charges of corrupting the judiciary exposes the degeneracy of the French Fifth Republic and the bankruptcy of the capitalist regime.
(2024-12-24). Archiving as resistance to genocide denial in Gaza. nationofchange.org To this day, they have logged more than 500 instances, so we discussed their motives for doing this work, the challenges they face and lessons learned along the way.
(2024-12-24). Peru's crisis-ridden president launches police-state buildup. wsws.org The rearming of the Peruvian state is part of a global shift towards dictatorial measures amid the drive to war and attacks on democratic rights.
(2024-12-24). Christmas Thoughts on How Spirituality Can Help to Create a Safe and Just World. globalresearch.ca Christianity is by far the religion with the largest following in the world and Christmas is their most sacred day. In addition a very large number of people of other faiths join happily in the celebration of Christmas. Hence this …
(2024-12-24). Insights | EU official commends China's leading role in global climate governance. ecns.cn Lauren Bardon, the first counselor for climate action and environment at the EU Delegation to China, shared his observations and insights on global climate action during an exclusive interview with China News Network following his trip to COP29 in Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan.
(2024-12-24). Three Declarations of Genocide and the U.S. Responses. counterpunch.org 
Amnesty International (AI) issued its 296-page report ('You Feel Like You Are Subhuman: Israel's Genocide Against Palestinians in Gaza") on December 4th. Israel immediately called it "a fabricated report that is entirely false and based on lies." The US. State Department echoed the Israeli government in disagreeing with the report. Spokesperson Vedant Patel declared: "We have said previously and continue to find that the allegations of genocide are unfounded." He gave no reasons for that opinion.
(2024-12-24). The perks for genocide in Gaza. thealtworld.com In "enemy territory" — Israel's euphemism for Gaza — it is beyond satire to see the Israeli military destroying Gaza's infrastructure in order to kill Palestinians, while building infrastructure for its soldiers. Ynet news has The report
(2024-12-24). Blame billionaires, not migrants — Keep New York a sanctuary city. workers.org 
Solidarity with migrants demonstration, New York City, Dec. 18, 2024. By Hugo East New York City — Supporters of immigrant rights formed a picket line in front of New York City Hall Dec. 18, International Migrants Day, to oppose Mayor Eric Adams's plan to help President-elect Donald Trump deport migrants . . . |
(2024-12-24). Patrick Martin of WSWS interviewed on US political crisis for "Law and Disorder" podcast. wsws.org The half-hour interview was broadcast Monday on WBAI-FM in New York City, and is being broadcast this week on a total of 150 radio stations nationwide.
(2024-12-24). Netanyahu skips holocaust event in Poland fearing arrest. ummid.com Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has decided to avoid travelling to Poland fearing arrest, according to a Polish report Friday December 20, 2024.
(2024-12-24). Group members call for support for peaceful resolution of Ukraine crisis. ecns.cn China hopes to work with other members of the "Friends for Peace" group toward the peaceful resolution of the Ukraine crisis, Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning said on Monday, days after the group members convened in New York.
(2024-12-24). Israeli Soldiers Shoot 3 Palestinians, Including a Woman and a Child, in the West Bank. imemc.org 
On Monday, Israeli forces shot three Palestinians, including a child and a woman, in several regions of the occupied West Bank. Media sources said that occupation forces shot a child, on Monday afternoon, in the town of Beita, south of Nablus in the northern West Bank, sparking protests. Mahmoud Barham, the Mayor of Beita, said …
(2024-12-24). Plenty of room at the inn during genocide. electronicintifada.net The irony of celebrating the birth of Jesus in the middle of Israel's war of extermination in the land of his birth is not registering among Christmas shoppers.
(2024-12-24). Report to New York City-area rally exposes role of Danish shipping giant Maersk in Gaza genocide. wsws.org The rally offered valuable information on the role played by the Danish shipping conglomerate Maersk in the genocide in Gaza, but proposed no policies to mobilize dockworkers against capitalism and war.
(2024-12-24). Droughts, floods, wildfires: 2024 natural disasters in pictures. aljazeera.com An array of climate emergencies has killed, injured and displaced thousands across the globe this year.
(2024-12-24). Yemeni missile strikes chaos, mayhem into central Tel Aviv; triggers stampede that injures 20. presstv.ir Yemeni missile fired towards Tel Aviv stirs up a bedlem in the city and results in a dangerous stampede.
(2024-12-24). Syrian minority cities rocked by incessant HTS attacks, looting amid media blackout: Report. presstv.ir HTS militants are launching an attack every 10 minutes on minority-populated cities, a new report says.
(2024-12-24). UN warns of 'dramatic consequences' as Kurds-Turkey tension mounts in northeast Syria. presstv.ir The UN envoy for Syria has warned of "dramatic consequences" of the hostilities between Kurdish-led militants and Turkish-backed groups in the country's northeast.
(2024-12-24). Iraq's PMU masses resistance forces on border with Syria amid mounting concerns. presstv.ir Iraqi anti-terror Popular Mobilization Units have deployed forces and military hardware to the country's long border with Syria following Assad's fall.
(2024-12-24). Iran says 'ready' to reopen embassy in Syria, holds talks with Damascus. presstv.ir The Iranian government spokeswoman says Tehran is prepared to reopen its embassy in Damascus.
(2024-12-24). Gaza Health Ministry calls for urgent intl. help to protect hospitals amid Israeli genocide. presstv.ir The Gaza Ministry of Health calls on the international community to protect its hospitals amid Israeli force's upsurge in attacks on medical facilities.
(2024-12-24). Netanyahu to avoid Poland memorial fearing ICC arrest. newarab.com 
Poland will enforce the The court issued arrest warrants for Netanyahu and former defence minister Yoav Gallant in November on charges of war crimes and…
(2024-12-24). Journalists in Gaza have shown the truth & paid with their lives. newarab.com 
In the past fourteen months, Israel has killed a reported 196 journalists as part of its genocide in Gaza. On 16 December, the CPJ reported that at least four journalists have been killed by Israel in the past week alone: Ahmed Al-Louh, Mohammed Balousha, Mohammed Al-Qrinawi and Iman Al-Shanti. They all appe…
(2024-12-24). Amid genocide, Palestinian Christians find hope this Christmas. newarab.com 
(2024-12-24). Israel provides full support for theft of aid to starve Gazans: Report. presstv.ir Israel has provided full support for the theft of humanitarian aid and kills security personnel to starve the besieged people of the Gaza Strip, says a new report.
(2024-12-24). Israel's Netanyahu tells Knesset 'some progress' made on Gaza deal. aljazeera.com Netanyahu, who has been repeatedly accused of sabotaging ceasefire talks, did not provide a timeline for a deal.
(2024-12-24). Netanyahu's far-right coalition to summon attorney general for 'hearing' as part of dismissal push. haaretz.com First reported by Haaretz, the move aims to pressure Baharav-Miara into cooperating with the government, but the unrecognized procedure is likely to delay rather than expedite her dismissal…
(2024-12-24). Key witness in Netanyahu corruption cases files complaint against PM's wife. haaretz.com Hadas Klein reached out to the attorney general and filed a complaint against Sara Netanyahu, alleging the PM's wife obstructed justice and harrassed her…
(2024-12-24). Israel hits Gaza hospitals, Netanyahu captive deal 'progress'. newarab.com 
Israeli forces targeted the third floor of al-Awda Hospital in the Jabalia refugee camp in northern Gaza, Al Jazeera Arabic reported on Monday. | In nearby Beit Lahia, the Israeli army reportedly detonated remote-controlled explosives at the Kamal Adwan Hospital, leaving at least 20 patients and medical staff wounded. | In a statement, Gaza's Health Ministry said that Israeli soldiers are forcing patients, including the wounded and ill, to evacuate the Indonesian Hospital in Beit Lahia. | This comes as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told lawmakers on Monday that "some progress" had been made in nego…
(2024-12-24). Headlines for December 24, 2024. democracynow.org Israel Attacks Two Hospitals in Northern Gaza, Israel Detains 100 in West Bank; Palestinian Authority Clashes with Palestinian Fighters in Jenin, Israel Confirms It Assassinated Haniyeh as It Threatens to Kill Houthi Leaders Next, Greenland Is Not for Sale: PM Responds to Donald Trump's Remark, El Salvador: Lawmakers Vote to Overturn Ban on Mineral Mining, Mass Protest in Cuba Denounces U.S. Sanctions, House Ethics Report Finds Matt Gaetz Spent Tens of Thousands of Dollars on Sex and Drugs, Family of Rep. Kay Granger Reveals She Has Dementia; Texas Republican Has Missed Every Vote Since July, Amazon Accused…
(2024-12-24). Pope Francis calls Israel's bombing of Gaza children a "great cruelty" peoplesdispatch.org
(2024-12-24). Catching Pegasus: Mercenary Spyware and the Liability of the NSO Group. counterpunch.org 
The NSO Group, Israel's darling of malware infection and surveillance for the global security market, was the brainchild of three engineers drawn from that busiest of cyber outfits in the Israeli Defense Forces known as Unit 8200. Niv Carmi, Shalev Hulio and Omri Lavie, have certainly made an impression since they founded their technology company in 2010. The
(2024-12-24). Palestinian Authority: Protecting the "Homeland," or a New Zionist Bantustan. counterpunch.org 
Since the 1993 Oslo Accord, Israel has invaded Jenin Camp numerous times. The City of Jenin and the nearby camp are in what is considered as Area A of the Accord. Area A, which comprises approximately 18% of the West Bank, or 18% of the 22% of historical Palestine, is supposed to be under the
(2024-12-24). Iran-Backed Houthis Launch Third Missile at Israel in a Week, IDF Intercepts. themedialine.org 
(2024-12-24). Israel Publicly Acknowledges Assassination of Hamas Leader in Tehran. themedialine.org 
(2024-12-24). Israel 'wiping Gazans out of existence'. mronline.org Aid group accuses Tel Aviv of deliberate ethnic cleansing in latest damning report.
(2024-12-24). Israel to Annex the West Bank—Why Now? And What Are the Likely Scenarios? scheerpost.com 
(2024-12-24). Houthi Attacks Spur Israeli Diplomatic Effort for Terror Designation. themedialine.org 
(2024-12-24). Palestinian teen killed as Israeli forces raid Tulkarm camp in West Bank. presstv.ir Israeli military forces have shot dead a Palestinian teenager during a raid on the Tulkarm refugee camp in the West Bank.
(2024-12-24). 'Israel booby-trapped walkie-talkies, pagers years before Lebanon blasts'. presstv.ir Two recently-retired, senior agents of Mossad says the work on the September explosions of pagers and walkie-talkies belonging to Hezbollah had started years ago.
(2024-12-24). Yemeni missiles alter US, Israel's calculations: Iranian FM. presstv.ir The precision of Yemeni missiles has significantly disrupted the strategic calculations of the Israeli-US alliance, according to Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi.
(2024-12-24). Yemeni forces strike Israeli military site with hypersonic missile. presstv.ir Yemen's armed forces say they have successfully carried out an operation against an Israeli military target in the occupied area of Yaffa, using a Palestine-2 hypersonic ballistic missile.
(2024-12-24). Gaza appeals for help as Israeli army attacks key hospitals. aljazeera.com The Israeli military is targeting Gaza's Kamal Adwan Hospital, Indonesian Hospital and al-Awda Hospital.
(2024-12-24). Israel acknowledges it assassinated Hamas chief Haniyeh for first time. aljazeera.com Defence Minister Israel Katz warns Houthi rebels that Israel will 'behead' its leaders as it did to Hamas.
(2024-12-24). Israeli forces raid occupied West Bank as clashes continue in Jenin. aljazeera.com One killed, 18 others detained amid ongoing violent Israeli incursions into the occupied Palestinian territories.
(2024-12-24). 'I blame the Israeli government for not providing Elad help in time'. haaretz.com Since Oct. 7 of last year, Elad Katzir's sister Carmit has experienced a wave of emotions. Her father was killed in the massacre, her mother was abducted and later released. Her brother was missing only to reveal he was abducted alive, in April his body was returned to Israel…
(2024-12-24). Families of IDF spotters receive partial October 7 recordings of their loved ones. haaretz.com The Israeli army provided recordings to the families of female spotters killed and kidnapped ‚ñ A lawyer representing them said the army is acting in a 'dismissive' manner…
(2024-12-24). Second police officer killed in Jenin refugee camp as Palestinian Authority cracks down on militants. haaretz.com Clashes in the camp continue and members of the Jenin Battalion posted a video in which they threatened to carry out suicide bombings. Nonetheless, senior sources in the Palestinian security forces insisted that the operation would continue until the militants were removed from the camp…
(2024-12-24). Warned of 'construction disaster' in Bnei Brak, Ben-Gvir chose to go after Israeli Arabs. haaretz.com The unit responsible for enforcing Israeli building codes issued demolition orders for illegally built synagogues in Bnei Brak that, constitute a 'present danger.' However, Ben-Gvir demanded that orders not be enforced and that the unit focus on enforcement in Arab society…
(2024-12-24). Hanna Katzir, kidnapped by Hamas on Oct. 7 and released in November deal, passes away. haaretz.com 'Her heart could not withstand the terrible suffering since October 7,' Katzir's daughter said of her. Katzir's partner Rami was murdered on Oct. 7 and her son Elad was also taken hostage. Elad's body was returned to Israel in April…
(2024-12-24). The Israeli woman who made Cavalli a fashion star. haaretz.com Tamara Yovel Jones, who died last week at the age of 79, changed the face of Israeli fashion; her collaborations with Roberto Cavalli over many years impacted generations of fashion designers…
(2024-12-24). Citing judicial overhaul, Tel Aviv University senior faculty declare labor dispute. haaretz.com The union argued that the proposed bills will weaken the powers of those 'responsible for protecting the rule of law.' The 1,300-member union also warned against bills enabling sanctioning and dismissal of faculty, claiming they infringe on academic freedom…
(2024-12-24). IDF arrests 18 wanted Palestinians, confiscates weapons in West Bank operation. haaretz.com ISRAEL: IDF officer and two soldiers killed in combat in northern Gaza, IDF announces ‚ñ GAZA: Israeli strikes reportedly kill at least 20 people overnight into Monday ‚ñ WEST BANK: Reports of teenager killed in clashes between Palestinian Authority security forces and militants…
(2024-12-24). Israeli officer and two soldiers killed in northern Gaza Strip. haaretz.com 36 soldiers have been killed since the beginning of the latest Israeli ground operation in the northern Gaza Strip on October 5…
(2024-12-24). Israel's Gantz calls for Iran attacks, confirms Haniyeh killing. newarab.com 
According to Israeli media, Gantz called for Israel to "target Iran directly" to stop attacks f…
(2024-12-24). Katz claims responsibility for first time for Haniyeh killing. newarab.com 
Israeli Defense Minister "These days, when the Houthi terro…
(2024-12-24). Lebanon PM, UN peacekeepers urge accelerated Israeli withdrawal. newarab.com 
"UNIFIL strongly urges accelerated progress in the IDF's (Israeli military) withdrawal from and the LAF's (Lebane…
(2024-12-24). Stray animals seen eating Palestinian corpses in northern Gaza. newarab.com 
Even in his nightmares, Emad Abu Ras, a "I was frozen in my place and did not realise what should I do […] If I tried to pull the bodies away from the stray animals, the Israeli drones [quadcopter] would attack me and kill me," the 42-year-old father of four remarked to The New…
(2024-12-24). Israeli Forces Are Besieging 3 Hospitals in North Gaza. truthout.org Israeli forces have encircled and attacked three barely functioning hospitals in northern Gaza with growing intensity over the past week, endangering the lives of patients receiving treatment inside the facilities — including premature babies — and medical workers. Dr. Husam Abu Safiya, the director of Kamal Adwan Hospital, said in a video statement over the weekend that the Israeli military… |
(2024-12-24). Chris Hedges: How Fascism Came. mintpressnews.com
(2024-12-24). Communists do not give up! Better death than dishonor! workers.org 
Alexander and Mikhail Kononovich. Letter to Workers World from Mikhail Kononovich and Alexander Kononovich. Translation by Steve Gillis. Dear comrades, We would like to first draw your attention, comrades, to the fact that we, communists and anti-fascists, brothers Mikhail Kononovich and Alexander Kononovich, were arrested for our many years of . . . |
(2024-12-24). A general strike in fascist Portugal 1944: how can it succeed? workers.org 
Review: "Until Tomorrow Comrades," by Manuel Tiago (àÅlvaro Cunhal), translated by Eric A. Gordon and published April 7, 2023, by International Publishers, Co., Inc. I remember June 13, 2005. On that day I heard the news on the radio after returning from the park: àÅlvaro Cunhal, secretary general of the . . . |
(2024-12-24). A Global Minimum Wage Would Reduce Poverty and Corporate Power. fpif.org In today's world of widespread poverty and unprecedented wealth, how about raising the wages of the most poorly-paid workers? | This October, the In early 2024, the charit…
(2024-12-24). Hamas calls for 'popular uprising' against PA's siege on Jenin camp. presstv.ir A Hamas official calls for "the largest popular uprising" aimed at lifting the siege by the Palestinian Authority on the Jenin refugee camp.
(2024-12-24). Al Jazeera condemns Fatah campaign against it in West Bank. aljazeera.com Fatah has banned Al Jazeera from reporting from the Jenin governorate.
(2024-12-24). Fatah bans Al Jazeera from northern West Bank for 'incitement'. newarab.com 
The decision was issued on Monday and extends to the governorates of Jenin, Tubas, Nablus, Tulkarem, Qalqiliya and Salfit [mda…
(2024-12-24). Mossad reveals details of Lebanon pager attacks in US interview. newarab.com 
Two recently retired senior The agents spoke with the US' CBS "60 Minutes" in a segment aired on Sunday night. They wore masks and spoke with altered voices to conceal their identit…
(2024-12-24). Panama Protesters Burn US Flag over Trump's Remarks on Canal Control. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Protesters in Panama burned an American flag in response to US President-elect Donald Trump's comments about potentially reclaiming control of the Panama Canal, citing dissatisfaction with current usage terms.
(2024-12-24). Iran Urges Implementation of Security Deal with Pakistan. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The interior minister of Iran called for serious efforts to implement a security agreement with Pakistan.
(2024-12-24). Iran Pioneers AI in Oil Industry with First WRFM Center Launch. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The Iranian oil sector is embracing AI technology with the launch of its first WRFM center, which aims to optimize real-time management of wells, reservoirs, and surface facilities using advanced analytics, according to senior government officials.
(2024-12-24). Iran's Power Rooted in People: FM. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Describing popular support as the source of Iran's power, Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi called for efforts to strengthen national unity.
(2024-12-24). Chinese scientists develop method to increase crop yields. tvbrics.com 
Experiments conducted under different conditions — both in greenhouses and open fields…
(2024-12-24). Blast at explosives factory in Türkiye kills 12. aljazeera.com Officials say four people were injured in the explosion at a munitions factory in Balikesir province.
(2024-12-24). US-Japan steel deal goes to Biden for final decision after panel deadlocks. aljazeera.com Committee on Foreign Investment in the US fails to agree on national security risks of proposed takeover of US Steel.
(2024-12-24). Baking hope in Gaza: Making Christmas cookies in a displacement tent. aljazeera.com
(2024-12-24). Acclaimed Indian filmmaker Shyam Benegal dies aged 90. aljazeera.com Benegal, a pioneer of new wave cinema in India, was celebrated for his films addressing social issues.
(2024-12-24). Former US President Bill Clinton hospitalised with fever. aljazeera.com Clinton, 78, admitted to hospital for testing and observation, deputy chief of staff says.
(2024-12-24). Germany Magdeburg Christmas market attacker: What we know so far. aljazeera.com The suspect, originally from Saudi Arabia, shared Islamophobic messages online and criticised German refugee policies.
(2024-12-24). Hong Kong police announce bounties on overseas pro-democracy activists. aljazeera.com Police in Chinese territory offer $130,000 rewards for information leading to the arrest of six campaigners.
(2024-12-24). Russia says two missing after cargo ship sinks in Mediterranean. aljazeera.com Ursa Major sank after explosion in the engine room, 14 of 16 crew members rescued, Russian Foreign Ministry says.
(2024-12-24). Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,034. aljazeera.com Here are the key developments on the 1,034th day of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
(2024-12-24). South Korea opposition considering move to impeach acting president. aljazeera.com Following impeachment of Yoon Suk-yeol, Democratic Party to decide whether to submit a bill to impeach Han Duck-soo.
(2024-12-24). Tonga elects new prime minister after predecessor's sudden resignation. aljazeera.com 'Aisake Valu Eke, former finance minister, is set to lead the Pacific nation until elections in November 2025.
(2024-12-24). Enough with buck-passing, child abuse in the church is systemic. aljazeera.com Resignations by incompetent leaders are welcome, but what we really need is true institutional responsibility.
(2024-12-24). Hawaii's Kilauea volcano erupts. aljazeera.com Hawaii's Mount Kilauea, one of the most active volcanoes on Earth launched jets of a molten lava eruption.
(2024-12-24). Video: Mangione pleads not guilty to CEO murder. aljazeera.com Luigi Mangione, the man accused of killing the CEO of UnitedHealthcare has pleaded not guilty in a Manhattan courtroom.
(2024-12-24). A stolen generation: South Korean adoptees. aljazeera.com Today on The Stream: We explore the consequences for the Korean adoptee diaspora following the 1953 Korean War.
(2024-12-24). Australia's Konstas, 19, to make debut in fourth Test against India. aljazeera.com Sam Konstas's inclusion against India makes him the fourth-youngest Test debutant in Australian history.
(2024-12-24). Kohli, Jaiswal sparkle, T20 World Cup, Mandhana and Sana arise: 2024 review. aljazeera.com From Shamar Joseph's searing spell of pace bowling to New Zealand's Women's T20 World Cup win, here are our picks.
(2024-12-24). Will Moldova Soon Attack Transnistria Like Russia's Foreign Intelligence Service Warned? thealtworld.com The purpose behind publishing their report is to inform the Western public of Sandu's alleged plans, signal that Russia isn't interested in sparking a conflict there (no matter how she might spin its response to her potential provocations in Transnistria), and indirectly encourage her patrons to stop her | Russia's Foreign Intelligence Service (SVR)
(2024-12-24). Have a blessed Christmas. expose-news.com We will be closing today for a short break and be reopening on 28 December. Thank you for your support this past year. From all of us at The Exposé, we wish …
(2024-12-24). New Coast Guard Heavy Icebreaker Construction Finally Underway. twz.com 
The construction of the first
(2024-12-24). As BRICS Welcomes Nigeria as Partner. infobrics.org The 16th Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa (BRICS) summit took place in the city of Kazan, Russia with an enlarged compliment of countries attending as new members and observers…
(2024-12-24). China-U.S. relations in 2024. america.cgtn.com 
2024 was a complex year between the world's two largest economies. | CGTN's Nathan King looks back on China-U.S. relations over the past year.
(2024-12-24). TIR road trade route linking Xinjiang's Kashgar, Dubai opened. ecns.cn A truck bearing a TIR plate departed from Kashgar in northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region for Dubai, the United Arab Emirates on Monday, marking the opening of the first TIR road trade route between the two cities.
(2024-12-24). Lucky Air opens direct flight from Kunming to Vientiane. ecns.cn Lucky Air, a subsidiary of Hainan Airlines, launched a new international route from Kunming, the capital city of southwest China's Yunnan Province to Vientiane, the capital of Laos on Tuesday.
(2024-12-24). North China's wetland Baiyangdian sees increase in wild bird species. ecns.cn Baiyangdian, the largest freshwater wetland in northern China, has seen a significant increase in wild bird species, the local natural resources bureau announced on Monday.
(2024-12-24). Finance minister: China will implement a more proactive fiscal policy next year. ecns.cn China will implement a more proactive fiscal policy next year, with sustained and intensified efforts to deliver a well-coordinated package of measures aimed at ensuring economic stability and driving growth.
(2024-12-24). China to raise deficit-to-GDP ratio. ecns.cn China's Ministry of Finance (MOF) held a two-day national financial work conference from Monday to Tuesday, unveiling plans to implement a more proactive fiscal policy in 2025.
(2024-12-24). China to tighten antitrust oversight in sensitive sectors, foreign monopolistic practices. ecns.cn China is set to ramp up antitrust enforcement in strategically sensitive sectors such as semiconductors, new energy, and platform economy next year, so as to safeguard economic security, said the country's top market regulator.
(2024-12-24). Hong Kong SAR government cancels passport of seven absconders who are anti-China disruptors. ecns.cn The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region government issued a notice on Tuesday, listing seven anti-China disruptors as absconders, including Ted Hui Chi-fung and Dennis Kwok Wing-hang.
(2024-12-24). Japanese Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya to visit China. ecns.cn Japanese Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya is invited to visit China on December 25, the Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning announced on Tuesday.
(2024-12-24). Terraced fields covered in snow resembles 'fingerprints of Earth'. ecns.cn Terraced fieldson the plateau are covered in snow, looking like "fingerprints of the Earth" in Dingxi, northwest China's Gansu Province.
(2024-12-24). China's 5G mobile subscribers exceed 1 billion(1/1). ecns.cn The number of 5G mobile subscribers in China exceeded one billion by the end of November, according to China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) on Monday.
(2024-12-24). More than 2,000 stone artifacts found at Longgupo Site in SW China. ecns.cn A Chinese research team has collected a total of 118 species of mammal fossils and more than 2,000 stone artifacts from the Longgupo Site in Wushan county, Southwest China's Chongqing Municipality.
(2024-12-24). China's GBA economic scale tops global bay economies by end of 2023: report. ecns.cn A blue book on the development of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA) released on Monday indicates that the region's economic scale ranked top among global peers at the end of 2023.
(2024-12-24). China issues guideline to speed up the building of unified, open transportation market. ecns.cn The Chinese government released a guideline on Monday aimed at accelerating the construction of a unified and open transportation market, calling to develop general aviation and the low-altitude economy and ensure that all types of businesses in this sector are treated equally under the law.
(2024-12-24). Panda bonds roar back to life in China. ecns.cn The panda bond market posted record-high issuances by value this year and is poised to attract new issuers, including those from the Middle East and Latin America, in 2025…
(2024-12-24). China subraya importancia de ampliación del grupo Brics. radiohc.cu La Habana, 24 dic (RHC) China destacó hoy la importancia de la expansión del grupo Brics con Indonesia, Malasia, Tailandia, Bielorrusia, Bolivia, Cuba, Kazajstán, Uzbekistán y Uganda.
(2024-12-24). Is Russia's Mutual Defense Pact With North Korea Truly Mutual? counterpunch.org 
Against the backdrop of nearly 11 years of total war in Ukraine, Russia and North Korea are increasing military cooperation into a full military defense pact. Both Pyongyang and Moscow have signed a mutual defense obligation if either country is attacked. Currently, several thousand North Korean troops have been deployed to fight Ukrainian forces in
(2024-12-24). On the Consciousness of Cephalopods. counterpunch.org 
We named him Squirt — not because he was the smallest of the 16 cuttlefish in the pool, but because anyone with the audacity to scoop him into a separate tank to study him was likely to get soaked. Squirt had notoriously accurate aim. As a comparative psychologist, I'm used to assaults from my experimental
(2024-12-24). Australian Labor government quietly acknowledges likely COVID holiday surge, but no public health measures. wsws.org Entering the sixth year of the pandemic, Australian governments continue to maintain a "let it rip" policy, amid rising infection numbers.
(2024-12-24). "Conscience into Action": Biden Commutes 37 Federal Death Row Sentences Ahead of Trump's Second Term. democracynow.org 
President Biden has spared the lives of 37 of 40 federal death row prisoners by commuting their sentences to life in prison. This comes just weeks before President-elect Donald Trump is set to return to the White House with a promise to restart and expand federal executions. "Death is in no way decreasing violence or is in no way giving anybody closure," says Herman Lindsey, who spent three years on death row before being exonerated in 2009 and condemns politicians like Trump who use executions as a "political tool." "Most politicians use that to put the fear into people and use it a…
(2024-12-24). Gaetz-Gate: House Ethics Report on Former Florida Rep. Details Statutory Rape, Drug Use, Corruption. democracynow.org 
The U.S. House Ethics Committee has released its damning report on former Republican Representative Matt Gaetz, whom Trump had picked to be his attorney general before the Florida politician was forced to withdraw from consideration. The bipartisan committee's report found Gaetz "regularly paid women for engaging in sexual activity with him" and possessed illegal drugs, including cocaine and ecstasy, on "multiple different occasions." The report also found Gaetz had violated Florida's statutory rape law by paying a 17-year-old high school student for sex in 2017. The Ethics Com…
(2024-12-24). Transcript of NewsX 'debate' with Team Zelensky. gilbertdoctorow.com Transcript submitted by a reader NewsX Anchor, Joshua Barnes: 1: 57Russian President Vladimir Putin has vowed a swift retaliation following a Ukrainian drone strike in Kazan, Tatarstan, that damaged, attacked residential buildings and an industrial facility. Though officials reported no casualties, Putin warned that attempts to destroy Russia would be met with multiple times more destruction. …
(2024-12-24). Comicomment: Why is Christmas Eve marked by Violence? The United States should ask itself. ecns.cn Recurring tragedies have made gun violence one of America's most pressing social issues.
(2024-12-24). English snooker world No 1 Judd Trump becomes HK resident. ecns.cn World snooker number one Judd Trump has become a Hong Kong resident through the Quality Migrant Admission Scheme, according to the Immigration Department of the Government of Hong Kong Special Administrative Region on Tuesday.
(2024-12-24). Building collapse tied to unsafe practices by builders. ecns.cn The collapse of a factory building in Anhui province in June that killed five has been traced primarily to the failure of the construction team to follow safety regulations, which created hazards on the factory's second floor.
(2024-12-24). How can people cope with PFOS challenges. ecns.cn Red imported fire ants have strong reproductive capacity and will multiply and spread rapidly after invasion.
(2024-12-24). Hawaii's Kilauea volcano erupts. ecns.cn One of the most active volcanoes in the world erupted again early Monday, with lava fountains stretching more than 200 feet and a plume of toxic gas soaring above Hawaii.
(2024-12-24). Pandas pair enjoy special treats in Hong Kong. ecns.cn Giant Panda KeKe is presented with an ice snowman at Ocean Park in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, Dec. 23, 2024.
(2024-12-24). 37th Sun Island Int'l Snow Sculpture Expo begins trial operation in Harbin. ecns.cn The 37th Sun Island International Snow Sculpture Expo began its trial operation on Monday.The expo covers an area of 1.5 million square meters, and displays more than 260 snow sculptures.
(2024-12-24). Philippines' introduction of U.S. Typhon mid-range missile system a provocative and dangerous move. ecns.cn Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning stated at a regular press conference on Monday that the Chinese side has repeatedly elaborated its solemn stance of firm opposition on the U.S.' deployment of mid-range missiles in the Philippines.
(2024-12-24). Trump To "Squeeze" Aid Going Into Gaza, Twitter Caught Covering For Magdeburg Attacker & IDF Killers. thelastamericanvagabond.com Welcome to The Daily Wrap Up, a concise show dedicated to bringing you the most relevant independent news, as we see it, from the last 24 hours (12/23/24). As always, take the information discussed in the video below and research it for yourself, and come to your own conclusions. Anyone telling you what the truth
(2024-12-24). The "Neo-Monroe" Plan: Trump Threatens to Annex Canada. globalresearch.ca First Mexico, then Canada. It really looks like Trump is quite seriously bent on increasing tensions with neighbors — just consider this: amid a tariff dispute, US president-elect Donald Trump has been insistently pushing the point that Canada could, or …
(2024-12-24). Proposed Peace Amendment to the United States Constitution. Emanuel Pastreich. globalresearch.ca It is one of the great ironies of history that at the very moment the United States plunges deeper and deeper into war hysteria, that our politicians and government officials are possessed by the demons of complete annihilation and endless …
(2024-12-24). With Nuland in NED, get ready for more color revolution bonanza. infobrics.org Victoria Nuland is certainly an unadulterated war criminal, but also an extremely effective one. Organizations such as the NED should be treated as terrorist groups that serve as the vanguard of US aggression against the world. Everyone getting money from them is essentially a danger to the integrity of any country on the planet and should be treated as a dangerous foreign agent, which also explains why the US is against laws defining them as such.
(2024-12-24). BRICS: Transactions in National Currencies, Cross Border Payment Systems and a New Reserve Currency. infobrics.org The goal of a society of equal opportunities has many sides to it. This paper will address international economic dimensions, and more specifically the issue of how BRICS and other developing countries can deal with the glaring inequities and deficiencies of the current monetary and financial system, writes Paulo Nogueira Batista Jr.
(2024-12-24). West is 'completely delusional' over Ukraine and will pay dearly for this mistake, warns Orbán. infobrics.org Orbán works to keep Russian gas flowing to Europe.
(2024-12-24). Exploring BRICS and Global Governance. infobrics.org BRICS represents 45 percent of the world population and 37 percent of the global GDP, while the West represents 10 percent of the world population and 28 percent of the global GDP…
(2024-12-24). Violence at recruitment centers in Ukraine escalating. infobrics.org Recently, soldiers murdered the father of a conscript at a recruitment center in Odessa.
(2024-12-24). U.S. corporate land grab in Ukraine underlies war with Russia. mronline.org Heralded as a hero in Western media, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has allowed foreign private interests to steal his country's best land.
(2024-12-24). An Idiot's Guide to Propaganda: How to cook the data (Part 3). expose-news.com Last year, Aaron Hertzberg compiled an idiot's guide on how to convince the masses that there is a deadly pandemic, when there isn't one, and pretend there are no injuries caused by …
(2024-12-24). El Salvador remains committed to bitcoin. plenglish.com In recent days, after reaching 108,000 dollars per unit, the digital asset lost value and was quoted below 100,000 dollars. | However, on Sunday, the Government of El Salvador announced the purchase of 12 units of the asset to continue its policy of acquiring at least one daily. | The drop registered over the past few days is the first since President-elect Donald Trump won the elections in the United States. On December 11, the "token" began a rise that led it to reach 108,135 dollars on December 17, the highest price in its history, but in recent days its value fluctuated between 94,000 and 99,000 dollars. | A…
(2024-12-24). Lizt Alfonso Dance Cuba is highly acclaimed in Mexico. plenglish.com Mexico, Dec 24 (Prensa Latina) Lizt Alfonso Dance Cuba's successful performance in Playa del Carmen, one of the most attractive tourist destinations in southeastern Mexico, confirms the company's vigor and authenticity.
(2024-12-24). Haiti's international airport, more wishes than planes. plenglish.com Port-au-Prince, Dec 24 (Prensa Latina) A plane that flew to Brazil with 200 passengers sowed the belief about a normalization of air traffic in Haiti, but the desire multiplied by anxiety today is equal to a great disappointment.
(2024-12-24). Sahara dust affects Caribbean skies. plenglish.com Bridgetown, Dec 24 (Prensa Latina) Several Caribbean nations will experience a sharp deterioration in air quality due to the arrival of a dense layer of dust from the Sahara, which could also affect the health of people with respiratory problems.
(2024-12-24). Use of renewable energies in Panama highlighted. plenglish.com Panama City, Dec 24 (Prensa Latina) The National Energy Secretariat (SNE) of Panama highlighted today that last November the use of renewable sources represented 97.6 percent of electricity generation in the country.
(2024-12-24). Average of 16 deaths per day on Brazil's federal roads. plenglish.com Brasilia, Dec 24 (Prensa Latina) The Federal Highway Police (PFR) recorded an average of 16 deaths per day on Brazil's roads between January and October, the corporation revealed, quoted by the portal R7.
(2024-12-24). Galapagos islands sanctuary, not military base, organizations demand. plenglish.com Quito, Dec 24 (Prensa Latina) A coalition of 50 social, national and international organizations today rejected the foreign military presence in the Galapagos Islands, because it violates the Constitution of Ecuador, threatens the conservation of the archipelago and compromises national sovereignty.
(2024-12-24). Mijaín, Omara and Argentine football win Annual Prensa Latina Poll. plenglish.com Havana, Dec 24 (Prensa Latina) Wrestler Mijaín López, Paralympic sprinter Omara Durand Elías, both Cubans and the Argentine soccer team were winners in the 60th edition of the annual Prensa Latina Sports Survey.
(2024-12-24). UN asks Ecuador for urgent measures for missing minors. plenglish.com Quito, Dec 24 (Prensa Latina) The Committee on Enforced Disappearances of the United Nations (UN) issued today urgent action measures after the disappearance for more than two weeks of four minors in Ecuador, a case involving military.
(2024-12-24). Condemnation in Ho Chi Minh City of US blockade of Cuba ratified. plenglish.com Hanoi, Dec 24 (Prensa Latina) The Vietnam-Cuba Friendship Association of Ho Chi Minh City ratified its condemnation of the increased US blockade and rejected the fact of keeping the island on the list of countries that allegedly sponsors terrorism.
(2024-12-24). Hungary calls Russian leader honest, supports development of ties. plenglish.com Budapest, Dec 24 (Prensa Latina) Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has called President Vladimir Putin honest and expressed interest in developing relations with Russia, the Magyar Nemzet newspaper reported.
(2024-12-24). US uses Africa as a testing ground, Russia says. plenglish.com Moscow, Dec 24 (Prensa Latina) The United States sees Africa as a testing ground for experimental drugs, said the deputy chief of Russia's radiation, chemical and biological protection troops, Major General Alexei Rtischev.
(2024-12-24). Agilizan transitarias no comerciales entrega de envíos. radiohc.cu La Habana, 24 dic (RHC) Las transitarias no comerciales concluyen el año con un saldo positivo, evidente en los tres millones de envíos, 700 000 por encima de 2023, informó recientemente el director de Carga del Ministerio de Transporte (Mitrans), Pablo Cuéllar González.
(2024-12-24). Fin de semana por Cuba y contra el bloqueo (+Foto y Video). radiohc.cu Participantes en la combativa manifestación en Fort Lauderdale, en La Florida, en contra del bloqueo de Estados Unidos a Cuba divulgaron imágenes y vídeos que testimonian sus pedidos de levantar las injustas medidas coercitivas y de sacar el nombre de la isla caribeña de la injusta lista de países patrocinadores del terrorismo.
(2024-12-24). Diario indio: Si EE.UU. elimina bloqueo sería paso histórico con Cuba. radiohc.cu La Habana, 24 dic (RHC) El diario indio Financial Express aseguró que si Estados Unidos elimina a Cuba de la lista de países terroristas y desmantela el bloqueo sería un paso histórico hacia la reconciliación entre las dos naciones.
(2024-12-24). Cuba mantiene metas de justicia social a pesar del bloqueo. radiohc.cu La Habana, 24 dic (RHC) A pesar del bloqueo impuesto por Estados Unidos y la compleja situación que atraviesa el país, Cuba ha alcanzado metas de justicia que siguen siendo hoy una aspiración para decenas de millones de personas en el mundo.
(2024-12-24). Ratifican en Ciudad Ho Chi Minh condena a bloqueo de EE.UU. a Cuba. radiohc.cu La Habana, 24 dic (RHC) La Asociación de Amistad Vietnam-Cuba de Ciudad Ho Chi Minh ratificó su condena al recrudecido bloqueo estadounidense y rechazó el hecho de mantener hoy a la Isla en la lista de países presuntamente patrocinadores del terrorismo.
(2024-12-24). Frente Amplio de Dominicana apoya gran marcha en Cuba contra bloqueo. radiohc.cu Santo Domingo, 24 dic (RHC) El Frente Amplio (FA) y el Bloque Popular Jesús Adón de República Dominicana reafirmaron hoy su apoyo a la gran marcha protagonizada por más de 500 mil habaneros contra el bloqueo económico de Estados Unidos a Cuba.
(2024-12-24). Autoridad de Bolivia admite dos elecciones conjuntas en 2025. radiohc.cu La Habana, 24 dic (RHC) La posibilidad de realizar simultáneamente en 2025 elecciones generales y comicios para completar el Poder Judicial en Bolivia es hoy una realidad, aseguró el vicepresidente del Tribunal Supremo Electoral (TSE), Francisco Vargas.
(2024-12-24). Organizaciones argentinas celebran Nochebuena con necesitados. radiohc.cu La Habana, 24 dic (RHC) Agrupaciones sociales argentinas realizarán hoy una cena de Nochebuena frente al Congreso para miles de personas pobres y en situación de calle.
(2024-12-24). Milei coquetea con el FMI. radiohc.cu El presidente de Argentina, Javier Milei, parece no haber entendido las lecciones de las experiencias del país suramericano con el Fondo Monetario internacional, y busca un nuevo acuerdo con el organismo financiero, pues el actual finalizará el venidero día 31.
(2024-12-24). Evalúan incidencias generadas por sismo de 6,1 grado, al sur del Oriente cubano. radiohc.cu Bayamo, 23 dic (RHC) Las principales incidencias originadas por el sismo de 6,1 grado de magnitud, en la escala Richter, registrado en la madrugada de este 23 de diciembre, al sur del Oriente ocasionó, hasta el momento, afectaciones leves en muros y cerramentos de viviendas y otras edificaciones de la provincia de Granma.
(2024-12-24). López y Durand, virtuales ganadores en Encuesta de Prensa Latina. radiohc.cu La Habana, 24 dic (RHC) A horas del cierre de las votaciones, los cubanos Mijaín López y Omara Durand aparecen como virtuales ganadores de la Encuesta Deportiva de Prensa Latina para seleccionar a los mejores deportistas de 2024 en Latinoamérica y el Caribe.
(2024-12-24). Ukraine Briefing: Russia issues ultimatum and challenges West to a duel. thesiriusreport.com 
We assess the latest developments associated with Ukraine as the West continues to live in the deluded fantasy that it will control the outcome of this war.
(2024-12-24). 'Dialogue Works' edition of 24 December. gilbertdoctorow.com This chat with host Nima Alkhorshid covered several important developments in the past week with respect to Russia's relations with Slovakia, Zelensky's slush fund for bribing Western politicians and the latest thinking in Moscow about the chances for reaching some accommodation with Donald Trump. As I mention in this discussion, Russian thinking about Trump has …
(2024-12-24). Robert Fico and the $500 million bribe from Zelensky. gilbertdoctorow.com Robert Fico and the $500 million bribe from Zelensky In the past week, Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico has been in a public exchange of insults with the Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelensky. Their dispute centered on Ukraine's decision not to renew its gas transit agreement with Russia that expires in one week's time, leaving Slovakia, …
(2024-12-24). Assassinating a top Russian general. strategic-culture.su
(2024-12-24). What We Know About The Russian Cargo Ship That Sank In Mediterranean. twz.com 
(2024-12-24). 'Cop City' Leads US Buildup in Police-Training Bases. scheerpost.com 
(2024-12-24). Luigi Mangione's Indictment Is Another Example of the Dangers of Terror Charges. scheerpost.com 
(2024-12-24). Teamsters bureaucrats block socialists, but welcome Democrats to Amazon picket line. wsws.org The Teamsters bureaucrats will not organize a wider struggle because they are not interested in taking the fight to Amazon on behalf of workers everywhere, but in establishing the same corrupt relations with Amazon management it enjoys elsewhere.
(2024-12-24). Amazon and Starbucks strikes in US portend escalation of global class conflict in 2025. wsws.org The holiday season has begun in the United States, along with the season of class struggle. Thousands of Amazon and Starbucks workers are on strike, with many more seeking to join.
(2024-12-24). Canada Post workers denounce union complicity in enforcing Liberal government's strike ban. wsws.org After a month-long strike by 55,000 workers, CUPW and the Canadian Labour Congress capitulated without a fight to Labour Minister Steven MacKinnon's order to ban the job action, without any of the workers' demands for real wage increases, job security, and workers' control over the use of new technologies being met.
(2024-12-24). The Greatest Gift of All. thealtworld.com Dear readers, I appreciate your support of this website over the years since you called me out of my short-lived retirement. My Christmas column of many years ago has become a tradition beloved by many, including myself. Here it is for 2024: | The decorations and gifts of Christmas are one of our connections to a Christian culture that has held Western civilization together for 2,000 years. | In our culture the individual counts. This permits an individual person to put his or her foot down, to take a stand on principle, to become a reformer and to take on injustice. | This empowerment of the individual is unique…
(2024-12-24). The Quiet Transition From DARPA's XAI To Elon's xAI & Haaretz Exposes Sadistic Nature Of The IDF. thelastamericanvagabond.com Welcome to The Daily Wrap Up, a concise show dedicated to bringing you the most relevant independent news, as we see it, from the last 24 hours (12/24/24). As always, take the information discussed in the video below and research it for yourself, and come to your own conclusions. Anyone telling you what the truth
(2024-12-24). Preserving Black History Has Never Been More Vital. truthout.org Bold. Assertive. Unafraid of questioning people or circumstances. That's how 82-year-old Rosita Stevens-Holsey describes her "Aunt Pauli." "Even if she was talking with a supervisor, a general, or the president of the United States, she always made known what she was thinking — what she felt was not right and needed to be changed," Stevens-Holsey told Capital B. That "Aunt Pauli" was… |
(2024-12-24). I've Spent 26 Christmases in Prison, and Not One Has Been Merry. truthout.org The year 2024 is coming to a close, and the celebration of Christmas is here. Posters, billboards, the news media and magazines are all proclaiming, "Merry Christmas!" "Happy Holidays!" and "Season's Greetings!" Many people are buying gifts for their loved ones; decorating and lighting Christmas trees; putting together prayer affirmations, meals, and other joyful activities to celebrate either… |
(2024-12-24). El Salvador Legislature Overturns Historic Metal Mining Ban. truthout.org In a win for Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele, who has dubbed himself "the world's coolest dictator," the Legislative Assembly of El Salvador on Monday overturned the Central American country's 2017 ban on metal mining. Bukele has fought to reverse the historic ban since taking office in 2019. Despite a prohibition in the Salvadoran Constitution, he ran for and won a second term in February… |
(2024-12-24). Minnesota Guaranteed Free School Meals for All Kids. Now Let's Do It Nationwide. truthout.org In March 2023, when Minnesota Governor Tim Walz walked the halls of Webster Elementary, students stopped to chat with him and give him high fives. Walz was there to sign the Free School Meals for Kids bill into law, and the noisy excitement in the halls reflected the governor's mood. "No more lunch tickets," he said to a woman standing in the hallway. When Walz held up the signed bill… |
(2024-12-24). Germany's Federal Electoral Committee seeks to bar the Maoist MLPD from the upcoming parliamentary election. wsws.org The premature end of the widely despised ruling 'traffic light coalition' of the Social Democratic Party (SPD), Greens and neo-liberal Free Democratic Party (FDP) and the decision for an early election is not aimed at giving the electorate a say, but rather at ensuring that an even more reactionary government comes to power.
(2024-12-24). South Korea's Democrats sow complacency and roll back protests. wsws.org While President Yoon is impeached and suspended from office after his failed attempt to impose martial law, his removal by the Constitutional Court is by no means certain.
(2024-12-24). Pabloite NPA hails pro-business Umbrella for Democratic Change's election victory in Botswana. wsws.org Amid growing protests and political dissatisfaction across southern Africa, the NPA is intervening to promote right-wing bourgeois parties and thus block a broader, united offensive in the working class for socialism.
(2024-12-24). Andrew Bird's Gezelligheid concert series: "Don't let the human factor fail to be a factor" wsws.org Andrew Bird's Gezelligheid concerts in Chicago showcased his virtuosic musicianship and thoughtful songwriting, set in a beautifully intimate atmosphere.
(2024-12-24). How sunlight and vitamin D can help with mental illness. expose-news.com Vitamin D receptors exist throughout your brain, affecting mental health by regulating neurotransmitters and reducing inflammation. Deficiency is linked to depression, anxiety and psychosis. Mental health patients show higher rates of vitamin …
(2024-12-24). European activities highlight 500 years of Anabaptism. anabaptistworld.org Events celebrating the 500th anniversary of Anabaptism are planned in Germany, Switzerland and the Netherlands throughout 2025.
(2024-12-24). Why I am (or at least try to be) a libertarian. onlineopinion.com.au In a world driven by fear, division, and creeping authoritarianism, libertarianism offers a belief in the dignity of the individual, voluntary cooperation and the power of accountability.
(2024-12-24). Work/life balance for mothers. america.cgtn.com 
Working mothers around the world know all-too-well the struggle of achieving a work/life balance. And in the U.S., there's new data shedding light on just how tough their juggling act has become, and its toll on their mental health. | CGTN'S Poppie Mphuthing shares the story.
(2024-12-24). SATIRE: Tips For Preventing Package Theft. theonion.com An estimated 120 million packages are stolen every year. With holiday shopping in full swing,The Onion shares tips for preventing package theft. Ask neighbors to keep an eye out for any packages they'd like to steal themselves. Have your packages sent to a P.O. box so that you won't pick them up either. Employ a …
(2024-12-24). Christmas Message 2024 from Pastor Phil Turner on George Kilpatrick Inspiration for the Nation. urbancny.com 
Happy Holidays, everyone! Listen to this heartwarming message from Pastor Phil Turner of Bethany Baptist Church for Christmas 2024! Celebrate the holidays with us here on
(2024-12-24). 'Judging Freedom' edition of 24 December: The New Sovereignty. gilbertdoctorow.com 'Judging Freedom' edition of 24 December: The New Sovereignty On this day before Christmas, Judge Napolitano had a very full schedule of interviewees to compensate for his being off the air for a week starting tomorrow. Accordingly, I consider myself lucky to have been given time to review with him several of the key issues …
(2024-12-24). Genetic tweak to three key crops massively boosts their growth. wattsupwiththat.com The growth of maize, sugarcane and sorghum has been greatly boosted by modifying the plants to take advantage of higher carbon dioxide levels now found in the air.
(2024-12-24). America's plan after 9/11: Taking out seven countries in five years. mronline.org An alarming truth revealed by retired U.S. four-star general Wesley Clark.
(2024-12-24). German politicians criticize Musk backing for far-right AfD. mronline.org 
After Elon Musk posted his support for Germany's far-right AfD, the party's leader Alice Weidel expressed her gratitude. Other German lawmakers have criticized "interference" in the country's upcoming federal elections.
(2024-12-24). Taxi and bus owners urged to improve road safety. sanews.gov.za Taxi and bus owners urged to improve road safety | The Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) has called on public transport operators and the freight industry to step up efforts to reduce road crashes and fatalities this festive season, following a spate of fatal crashes involving minibus vehicles and trucks. | In the most recent crash, seven people were killed and five injured when a minibus overturned on the N3, near Grootvlei, in Mpumalanga. | "Many of these crashes have occurred in the early hours of the morning suggesting that fatigue may have played a role. Fatigue is one of the leading contributors…
(2024-12-24). Commission to probe access to capital for low- and middle-income countries. sanews.gov.za Commission to probe access to capital for low- and middle-income countries | A Cost of Capital Commission which will investigate issues that impair the ability of low- and middle-income countries to access affordable capital is set to be launched under South Africa's G20 Presidency, said International Relations and Cooperation Minister Ronald Lamola. | | "I wish to take this opportunity to announce that under South Africa's G20 Presidency, an ambitious Cost of Capital Commission will be established to investigate the issues that impair the ability of low- and middle-income countries to access sufficient, affordabl…
(2024-12-24). Gauteng Traffic Police calls for caution on the roads. sanews.gov.za Gauteng Traffic Police calls for caution on the roads | With hours to go before Christmas Day, Gauteng Traffic Police has urged motorists to remain vigilant and to be on the lookout for pedestrians wherever they travel. | | This as Gauteng has since the beginning of the festive period, experienced several fatalities, with the majority being pedestrians. | | "Most road crashes in our province are caused by human error, such as texting while driving, over speeding, driving under the influence of alcohol, unsafe overtaking and lane changing, and driving too fast for specific conditions," said spokesperson for the tra…
(2024-12-24). Deputy President wishes nation a safe festive season. sanews.gov.za Deputy President wishes nation a safe festive season | Deputy President Paul Mashatile has urged all road users to adhere to the rules of the road as holiday makers travel around the country, to ensure a safe festive season. | "[We] urge those who are driving during this period to please adhere to the rules of the road. Don't drink and drive, no speeding, wear seat belts and take time to rest when driving long distances. We want everybody to arrive alive at their destinations," he said in a recorded message to the nation. | Deputy President Mashatile called on all citizens not to partake in excessive alcohol use…
(2024-12-24). Maile conducts shop inspection blitz. sanews.gov.za Maile conducts shop inspection blitz | Gauteng MEC for Finance and Economic Development, Lebogang Maile, says government will continue to clamp down on non-compliant spaza shops and food-handling facilities in the province. | The MEC conducted a compliance blitz in Soweto on Monday aimed at inspecting spaza shops and other establishments selling food. | This follows a directive issued by President Cyril Ramaphosa last month, that all spaza shops and food-handling facilities must be registered with their respective municipalities, after a surge in reported cases of foodborne illnesses in the country. | "Government…
(2024-12-24). Work continues at Bishop Lavis Court despite damage. sanews.gov.za Work continues at Bishop Lavis Court despite damage | Operations at the Bishop Lavis Magistrates' Court have been able to continue despite protest action over the past weekend which left parts of the court building damaged. | This is according to the Department of Justice and Constitutional Development (DJCOD). | "Despite the challenges posed by the protest, court operations are proceeding as usual, with all matters including criminal cases, maintenance, domestic violence and estates proceeding as scheduled. No cases have been referred to other courts and the court roll continues without interruption. | "We are p…
(2024-12-24). Former Hostage Hanna Katzir Dies Months After Release From Hamas Captivity. themedialine.org 
(2024-12-24). 12 people killed in ammunition factory blast in northwest Turkey. presstv.ir A blast ripped through an explosives factory in northwest Turkey, killing a dozen people.
(2024-12-24). Several considerations to bear in mind concerning ambiguity. salaficentre.com In The Name of Allah, The Most Merciful, The Bestower of Mercy. Allah, The Exalted, says: ŸàŸéŸÑŸéÿß ÿ™ŸéŸÑŸíÿ®Ÿêÿ≥ŸèŸàÿß ÿߟџíÿ≠ŸéŸÇŸëŸé ÿ®Ÿêÿߟџíÿ®Ÿéÿßÿ∑ŸêŸÑŸê ŸàŸéÿ™ŸéŸÉ…
(2024-12-24). Where was Jesus buried?! [Mr. Reich, "Speculation regarding Prophets is strictly prohibited." salaficentre.com 
In The Name of Allah, The Most Merciful, The Bestower of Mercy. Allah, The Exalted, stated regarding those Jews who disbelieved in Prophet Isa (Jesus), peace and blessings of Allah be upon him, and plotted to kill him: ŸäŸéÿ≥€°ŸÄŸîŸéŸÑŸèŸÉŸé ÿ£ŸéŸá€°ŸÑŸè Ÿ±ŸÑ€°ŸÉŸêÿ™ŸéŸÄŸ∞ÿ®Ÿê ÿ£ŸéŸ&…
(2024-12-24). The strange case of Didier Reynders and Ursula von der Leyen. strategic-culture.su
(2024-12-24). The world's four legacy empires going down. nationofchange.org In a future full of signs that the four empires that have long dominated our world are all crumbling.
(2024-12-24). It was the rage of the age. nationofchange.org Was Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory, a private research facility in Suffolk County, pivotal to the spread of eugenics through the United States and world?>
(2024-12-24). Inside the country's first official safe drug consumption site. nationofchange.org An overdose prevention site in New York City continues its research-backed, lifesaving work.
(2024-12-24). Trump wants to play poker with Sheinbaum. unitedworldint.com Posted by by United World International 14 Min Read December 24, 2024 By Daniel Moser * Political analyst and editor, Argentine and Mexican, Director of HELIOS Comunicación (heliosmx.org) Member of the Center for National Strategic Studies, A. C., in Mexico. Those who know Donald Trump well say that he is a good poker player and, …
(2024-12-24). Trump wants to play poker with Sheinbaum. uwidata.com By Daniel Moser * Political analyst and editor, Argentine and Mexican, Director of HELIOS Comunicación (heliosmx.org) Member of the Center for National Strategic Studies, A. C., in Mexico. Those who know Donald Trump well say that he is a good poker player and, if we observe how he conducts himself when facing confrontations, particularly in …
(2024-12-24). How a mobile library is keeping Refaat Alareer's legacy alive. newarab.com 
"If I must die,
| let it bring hope,
| let it be a tale." | These heart-aching lines conclude the poem With these words hauntingly foreshadowing the end of his life, the poem has since been widely translated around the wor…
(2024-12-24). The Turkish village facing the loss of its fishing traditions. newarab.com 
(2024-12-24). 12 killed in blast at Turkey explosives plant. newarab.com 
A powerful blast ripped through an explosives plant in northwestern Footage showed shards of glass and metal scattered outside the plant, where ambulances stood by. | "According to initial reports, 12 employees died and four were taken to hospital with injuries as a result of the explosion" in the Karesi district of Balikesir province, local governor Ismail Ustaoglu said. | "I wish God's mercy upon our deceased citizens and a speedy recov…
(2024-12-24). Fact Check: No, Cristiano Ronaldo has not converted to Islam. ummid.com Fact check analysis of images – showing football legend Cristiano Ronaldo in ihram and praying at Makkah Grand Mosque that are viral with claim that he has converted to Islam, are AI generated, and thus the claim is false.
(2024-12-24). Kashmir is in grip of Cultural Aggression. ummid.com Be it Hinduism, Buddhism or Islam no religion promotes the vulgarity that we are witnessing in today's Kashmir. This is all cultural aggression.
(2024-12-24). Education Ministry set to secure sh840 Billion from World Bank. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Optimism is growing at the Ministry of Education and Sports headquarters at Embassy House that funding of up to UGX 840 billion for its flagship education project will be secured from the World Bank. Sources tell our reporter that these funds, part of the Global Partnership for Education (GPE) …
(2024-12-24). Festive Season: Nebbi traders complain of low sales. independent.co.ug 
Nebbi, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | As the Christmas celebrations draw near, traders in Nebbi District are counting losses due to a low turnout of buyers, which they attribute to poor harvests and financial strain among farmers. Traditionally, the festive season boosts sales, but this year, many traders are experiencing a stark decline in business. …
(2024-12-24). Inzu Ya Masaba to raise sh1billion for radio station. independent.co.ug 
Mbale, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Inzu Ya Masaba, the Bamasaba Cultural Institution is set to conduct a major fundraising drive aimed at raising over one billion shillings to procure radio equipment and establish a radio station. This announcement was made by Charles Walimbwa, the Prime Minister of Inzu Ya Masaba, during a press …
(2024-12-24). Maracha town council grapples with poor waste management. independent.co.ug 
Maracha, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Maracha Town Council is still struggling to maintain proper waste management disposal. The area with poor waste management disposal methods is Nyadri market which is also the main local revenue source for the town council and the district. The market attracts general merchandise and buyers of produce from across West …
(2024-12-24). Minister of Gender warns artistes against vulgarity. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Minister of Gender, Labour and Social Development has warned artistes against using foul language or risk being banned. Speaking to journalists at the Uganda Media Centre on Monday, Betty Amongi, said her ministry will not look away when artistes are using obscene language that is capable of corrupting societal …
(2024-12-24). Newly installed Kasese solar powered water supply system to serve over 3,000. independent.co.ug 
Kasese, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Ministry of Water and Environment has handed over a solar powered Water Supply System to Katholhu Parish, Nyakiyumbu sub —county, Kasese district. The solar powered water project worth over 400 million Shillings will serve over 3,000 people in communities of Katholhu, Bwengo, Kitaturwa and Kathikali villages. The project was …
(2024-12-24). U-17 AFCON Qualifiers: Uganda seeks redemption against Somalia in semi-final. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Uganda National Under-17 team, the Uganda Cubs, will take on Somalia today in the semi-final of the TotalEnergies CAF U-17 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) CECAFA qualifiers, taking place in Uganda. This semi-final clash is a repeat of the 2022 CECAFA U-17 semi-final, where Somalia triumphed over Uganda at …
(2024-12-24). Uganda Breweries Limited celebrates the festive season through "buckets of cheer" campaign. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda Breweries Limited (UBL) under its vast beer portfolio ushered in the festive season with the launch of its "Buckets of Cheer" campaign, a heartwarming initiative designed to bring people together, spread joy, and create memorable celebrations across Uganda during this special time of year. The "Buckets of Cheer" …
(2024-12-24). UNBS raises alarm over insufficient funding. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS) has raised concerns over inadequate funding that hinders its operational activities and compromises its mandate. Speaking during a meeting with the Parliamentary Committee on Trade, Industry, and Tourism at the UNBS headquarters in Mbalwa, Bweyogerere, Deus Mubangizi, the Manager of National Metrology Laboratories …
(2024-12-24). Confronting an AI future. independent.co.ug 
Artificial Intelligence and digital safety headline UN Internet Governance Forum in Saudi Arabia ANALYSIS | IAN KATUSIIME | With Artificial Intelligence increasingly driving the way individuals, companies and governments operate, the 19th United Nations Internet Governance Forum (IGF) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia provided yet another global stage to ponder on AI and its impact on the …
(2024-12-24). Personalities of the Year. independent.co.ug 
COVER STORY | IAN KATUSIIME| A rundown of Ugandans who dominated the news throughout the year Olivia Lutaaya Olivia Lutaaya became…
(2024-12-24). U.S. Navy Ship Menus From Christmases Past. twz.com 
Man, is it just me or did Christmas sneak up FAST this year? Is that just a function of getting older? Remember the anticipation as a kid, the countdown that began right after Halloween? | Alas, so it goes. Either way, another Christmas is once again upon us. We are grateful to have you all along for the ride. And no matter what's going on in your life, we hope you enjoy a day of rest and rejuvenation, far away from the demands of the other 364 days of the year. | So let's celebrate with some choice dinner menus from Navy ships during yules past. We've even got a longtime TWZ reader chipping in with a menu (th…
(2024-12-24). On Hiatus: A Statement from the Editors of It's Going Down. indybay.org This is far from the end for us, and what is coming next is still forming, but incredibly exciting.
(2024-12-24). Reflections on IGD Mexico, Anarchist Media, and International Solidarity. indybay.org One of the primary challenges translating news, statements, and analysis from social struggles in so-called Mexico is also translating the context, trying to develop a deeper understanding of the different actors involved, the historical relations and continuities of resistance and domination.
(2024-12-24). Trump's pick Scott Turner to run HUD may hate the poor. indybay.org Convicted Felon Donald J. Trump Picked Football Player Scott Turner To Be The Next HUD Secretary:…
(2024-12-24). The Economic Contributions of John Kenneth Galbraith. indybay.org J.K.Galbraith emphasized that the large firm dominates prices and distorts markets. The impairment of sovereignty — the accommodation of the state to the purposes and needs | of the corporate techno-structure — is the very essence of the operations of the planning system (Galbraith, 1973a, p. 188).
(2024-12-24). Talk World Radio: Al Mytty on Acting for Peace. davidswanson.org AUDIO: Talk World Radio is recorded on Zoom. Here is this week's video and all the videos on Youtube. VIDEO: This week on Talk World Radio we are talking about peace activism in the United States with Al Mytty who has been involved in a variety of social justice and peace programs including Pax Christi, …
(2024-12-24). Kinney Drugs Liverpool, NY Pharmacy Drive-thru Open 24/7 on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, and New Year's Day. urbancny.com 
Gouverneur, N.Y. — The pharmacy drive-thru at the Kinney Drugs located at 437 Electronics Parkway in Liverpool, NY is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, including Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, and New Year's Day. "Obtaining prescription medications can be critical for patients who need to visit an Urgent Care or Emergency Department, but that can be challenging, especially on a major holiday. As always, our pharmacy drive-thru at our Electronics Parkway location is open 24/7. We are proud to provide the highest quality pharmacy services to the communities we serve and be responsive to t…
(2024-12-24). When News Broke In 2025, We Were There. levernews.com
(2024-12-24). The Dubai Gold Visa: Unlocking Opportunities for Entrepreneurs and Investors in the UAE. thecanary.co The Dubai Gold Visa program has become a sought-after immigration option for entrepreneurs, investors, and skilled professionals looking to establish long-term residency in the UAE. With its many benefits, the Gold Visa is designed to attract global talent, foster business growth, and encourage investment in the Dubai market. In this article, we will explore the […] | By
(2024-12-24). Netflix film wants to make Mary accessible to all. anabaptistworld.org Catholic Hollywood director D.J. Caruso (Disturbia) set out to tell the story of Mary as seen through her own eyes, in a new film available now on Netflix. "You may think you know my story," Mary tells viewers at the start of the film. "Trust me, you don't." Caruso's Mary, starring veteran actor Anthony Hopkins …
(2024-12-24). Firefighters Battle Overnight Fire on Mosley Drive. urbancny.com 
Syracuse, NY- On December 24, 2024 at 2: 46 a.m., Syracuse Firefighters were alerted by the Onondaga County 911 Center to a reported house on fire at 243 Mosley Drive. Firefighters from Station 17 on Burnet Ave arrived at the scene five minutes later and found a two-story wood frame structure with fire visible on the second floor in the back left corner. The Incident commander transmitted a signal '99', indicating a working fire. As teams of firefighters moved hoses through the front door and upstairs in search of the fire, other teams of firefighters prepared to methodically search the entire building. The caller…
(2024-12-24). Explosion at Turkish Explosives Factory Kills 12, Injures 4. themedialine.org 
(2024-12-24). Espejismos o cuando la atmósfera nos "engaña" cubadebate.cu Los cambios, tanto en la composición química de la atmósfera y en algunos casos variaciones en parámetros físicos dentro de la misma, pueden provocar alteraciones en como esta se comporta ante algunos fenómenos y procesos. Esto produce gran variedad de efectos ópticos, algunos tan frecuentes como los que ocurren en los atardeceres.
(2024-12-24). La descomposición como camino: De Mesalina a Lily Philips. cubadebate.cu La joven británica Lily Phillips ahora es más famosa que Mesalina, aunque probablemente no sepa nada de la emperatriz romana. Dominando los imperios más poderosos de la época actual, que son las redes sociales, el TikTok, YouTube y la semipornoplataforma Onlyfans, esta muchacha de 23 años subió al Olimpo del 'glamour'.
(2024-12-24). La ONU exige acción urgente tras desaparición de cuatro menores en Ecuador con presunto involucramiento militar. cubadebate.cu El Comité de Desapariciones Forzadas de la ONU ordenó medidas de acción inmediata por la desaparición de cuatro menores en Ecuador hace más de dos semanas, un caso que involucra a militares. La resolución, difundida por el Comité Permanente por la Defensa de los Derechos Humanos de Guayaquil, fija un plazo al Estado ecuatoriano hasta el 7 de enero de 2025.
(2024-12-24). Moscú revela las actividades de laboratorios biológicos estadounidenses en àÅfrica y alerta sobre sus riesgos. cubadebate.cu El mayor general Alexéi Rtíschev, jefe adjunto de las Tropas de Defensa Radiológica, Química y Biológica de Rusia, denunció este martes que Estados Unidos considera àÅfrica como "un reservorio natural ilimitado de agentes infecciosos y un polígono de pruebas para medicamentos experimentales". Según el alto mando ruso, Washington ha creado un sistema para gestionar riesgos biológicos en otros países.
(2024-12-24). Senador denuncia el uso de millones de dólares para experimentos con gatos en EE.UU. cubadebate.cu El senador republicano Rand Paul reveló en su informe anual sobre el presupuesto de Estados Unidos que se han gastado decenas de millones de dólares en experimentos científicos catalogados como crueles y grotescos, realizados principalmente con gatos. Entre las instituciones señaladas, destaca la participación de la Agencia de Proyectos de Investigación Avanzada de Defensa (DARPA).
(2024-12-24). A los Maestros de Juventudes, gracias por su arte y la pasión por Cuba. cubadebate.cu Nos ha tocado vivir una época de transformaciones, de grandes preguntas. Habitamos un planeta cada vez más complejo, en el que a las dificultades del mundo físico se suman las del virtual. Eso nos confiere una responsabilidad adicional con el presente, con la historia de nuestro país, con nuestros abuelos y padres, y sobre todo con nosotros mismos, con nuestra moral de cubanos.
(2024-12-24). Brasil impulsa su liderazgo en minerales estratégicos para la transición energética. cubadebate.cu El Ministerio de Minas y Energía de Brasil ha intensificado sus esfuerzos en 2024 para posicionar al país como un proveedor clave de minerales estratégicos esenciales para la transición energética global. Brasil cuenta con vastas reservas de litio, cobalto y níquel, elementos fundamentales para la producción de baterías, vehículos eléctricos y paneles solares.
(2024-12-24). La rinascita dell'industria dei fertilizzanti in Brasile. strategic-culture.su Dato il ruolo predominante dell'agricoltura nell'economia brasiliana, è chiaro che i fertilizzanti sono diventati una risorsa strategica da cui dipende il paese. | Segue nostro Il lungo e doloroso processo di deindustrializzazione del Brasile, iniziato negli anni '80, unito ai prezzi favorevoli delle materie prime, ha fatto sਠche nel 2021, per la prima volta dopo decenni, il settore primario (agricoltura e miniere) rappresentasse u…
(2024-12-24). Turquía: Explosión en fábrica de municiones deja víctimas mortales y heridos. cubadebate.cu Al menos doce trabajadores murieron y cuatro más resultaron heridos este martes debido a una explosión en una fábrica de municiones ubicada en Balikesir, al oeste de Ankara, Turquía. Las autoridades aún desconocen la causa del siniestro, pero han descartado cualquier posibilidad de atentado. La explosión ocurrió alrededor de las 8: 25 a.m. (hora local).
(2024-12-24). AHS entrega el Premio Maestro de Juventudes a destacados creadores cubanos. cubadebate.cu Los galardonados fueron el pianista y compositor José María Vitier, el escritor y ensayista Abel Prieto Jiménez, la intérprete Beatriz Márquez, el actor y director de teatro Ernesto Parra, el bailarín y coreógrafo Santiago Alfonso, la artista plástica Zaida del Río, el cineasta Manuel Herrera y la profesora de danza Élida Jústiz.
(2024-12-24). Siria: Cristianos protestan en Damasco tras el incendio de un árbol de Navidad. cubadebate.cu Varias manifestaciones estallaron este martes en barrios cristianos de Damasco, en protesta por la quema de un árbol de Navidad ocurrida la noche antes de Nochebuena cerca de la ciudad de Hama, en el centro de Siria. "Exigimos los derechos de los cristianos", corearon los manifestantes mientras marchaban hacia la sede del Patriarcado Ortodoxo.