(2025-11-18). Hedges Report: UN Members Complicit in Genocide. consortiumnews.com U.N. Special Rapporteur on Palestine Francesca Albanese discusses why, in her most recent report, she called out more than 60 nations for their collective-crime roles in the ongoing genocide in Gaza. By Chris Hedges The Chris Hedges Report After two years…
(2025-11-18). The UN Security Council Accepts US Plan for Gaza With Wariness. passblue.com 
The United Nations Security Council approved an American-led resolution endorsing and providing an international legal structure for the Trump administration's 21-point peace plan announced in late September that has entailed an initial phase of a ceasefire between Hamas and Israel that began on Oct. 10. China and Russia abstained in the Council vote on the …
(2025-11-18). Pro-Palestinian activists to launch new mission toward Gaza. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Nov. 18 (MNA) — Pro-Palestinian activists are preparing to launch a new "Sumud Fleet," organizing both land and maritime convoys aimed at reaching the Gaza Strip in a renewed effort to break the blockade and deliver support to Palestinians.
(2025-11-18). British families eat significantly larger variety of foods since 1940. ummid.com New survey data shows that British families eat a significantly larger variety of foods since 1940.
(2025-11-18). Surging Israeli settler violence hurts West Bank journalists. Soran Rashid 
(2025-11-18). Islamic Jihad: We reject the American resolution adopted by the Security Council because it constitutes international trusteeship over the Gaza Strip. english.almanar.com.lb
(2025-11-18). Chinese premier won't meet Japan PM at G20: FM. ecns.cn Chinese Premier Li Qiang has no plans to meet with the Japanese prime minister on the sidelines of the upcoming G20 summit in South Africa, the Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said on Monday at a regular press conference.
(2025-11-18). Beijing hit by freezing wind. ecns.cn Visitors walk in freezing wind at the Summer Palace in Beijing, Nov 16, 2025.Visitors take photos of the Kunming Lake at the Summer Palace in Beijing, Nov 16, 2025. [Photo by Jiang Dong/chinadaily.com.cn]…
(2025-11-18). Tragedy Strikes NEHU: Campus Guard's Reckless Drunken Drive. devdiscourse.com In a shocking turn of events, two students from North Eastern Hill University were critically injured after a drunken security guard rammed his vehicle into them. This tragic incident was reported near the university's gate number 2 on Monday evening.
(2025-11-18). Cricket Rivals Gear Up: Ashes Series 2025-26 Sparks Bowling Showdown. devdiscourse.com The Ashes series is set to ignite with fierce competition as key players Mark Wood and Cameron Green make their return to the cricket field.
(2025-11-18). Oman's new ambassador submits credentials to Araghchi. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Nov. 18 (MNA) — Yaarub bin Qahtan bin Nasser Albusaidi, the newly appointed ambassador of Oman, presented a copy of his credentials to Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi.
(2025-11-18). 42 Indian Pilgrims dead in Makkah-Madinah Highway bus accident. ummid.com As many as 42 Indians have been killed when a bus carrying the Umrah pilgrims collided with a diesel tanker on Makkah-Madinah Highway early in the morning Monday November 17, 2025.
(2025-11-18). Iran, UAE to sign preliminary aviation agreement. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Nov. 18 (MNA) — During the official visit of Iran's Civil Aviation Organization head to the UAE, a preliminary agreement is expected to be signed covering air navigation, flight safety, and joint research and development.
(2025-11-18). Sussan Ley says Coalition has always been committed to Net Zero renewables. independentaustralia.net 
(2025-11-18). Overseas leaders sing praises of China's opening-up. ecns.cn The fourth plenary session, convened in Beijing in October, adopted the Recommendations of the CPC Central Committee for Formulating the 15th Five-Year Plan for Economic and Social Development.
(2025-11-18). Rallying for Justice: Naga Community Seeks Swift Action in Brutal Murder Case. devdiscourse.com In a powerful show of solidarity, thousands assembled at Police Headquarters in Kohima, Nagaland, calling for the harshest consequences against those implicated in the murder of a 22-year-old woman on October 24.
(2025-11-18). Amour Election 2025 Results Live: AIMIM Bihar Chief Aktharul Iman vs Rest. ummid.com Akhtarul Iman, President of the All India Majlis e Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) Bihar has won the 2025 Bihar elections from the Amour Vidhan Sabha seat.
(2025-11-18). Dangerous Crossroads: The EU Is Preparing for "New Big War Against Russia" ? Warning of Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov. globalresearch.ca European countries are not only sabotaging United States Donald Trump's efforts to resume negotiations with Moscow, but are also actively encouraging further escalation of the conflict in Ukraine. In the end, besides the Ukrainians, it is the European Union that …
(2025-11-18). Red alert in Makkah, Madinah as heavy rains lash Two Holy Cities. ummid.com Local weather and meteorological departments have sounded red alert in Makkah al Mukarramah and Madinah al Munawwarah after heavy rains lashed the Two Holy Cities.
(2025-11-18). Manager says crew of Iran-seized oil tanker safe. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Nov. 18 (MNA) — The manager of the Talara oil tanker, seized by Iran in the Persian Gulf, confirmed that all 21 crew members are safe.
(2025-11-18). Al-Manar correspondent in south Lebanon: Israeli drone strikes a Rapid vehicle in the town of Bint Jbeil. english.almanar.com.lb
(2025-11-18). Migrant workers behind Riyadh metro subjected to decade of abuse. newarab.com 
(2025-11-18). Jokihat Election 2025 Results Live: Murshid Alam of AIMIM wins by over 28K votes. ummid.com Mohammad Murshid Alam of the All India Majlis e Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) Bihar has won the Jokihat assembly seat of Bihar, the Election Commission of India announced Friday.
(2025-11-18). Palestinian Factions Denounce UN Resolution as Trusteeship for Gaza. english.almanar.com.lb 
Hamas issued a statement on Tuesday condemning the US-drafted UN Security Council resolution adopted the previous night. The group asserted that the resolution "fails to meet the political and humanitarian demands and rights of the Palestinian people, particularly in the Gaza Strip." The statement continued, "It imposes a mechanism to achieve the occupation's objectives, which …
(2025-11-18). Liberals and News Corp in lock-step with interests of climate denying billionaires. independentaustralia.net 
(2025-11-18). US-Saudi defense treaty would be a strategic mistake. asiatimes.com 
Here we go again. Just when American foreign policy seemed to be inching toward a long-overdue recognition that the United States cannot and should not serve as the perpetual security guarantor for every regime in the Middle East, Washington is reportedly finalizing a sweeping defense pact with Saudi Arabia that would make the kingdom the …
(2025-11-18). Mazandaran forests in stunning autumn colors. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Nov. 18 (MNA) — In autumn, the forests of Mazandaran take on a dazzling array of colors, attracting tourists to northern Iran's scenic landscapes.
(2025-11-18). The Consequences of Imperialist Arrogance. globalresearch.ca In almost all the tragedies of ancient Greek theater, the protagonist has committed a fatal moral offense which leads them to a deadly outcome, almost always facilitated by their overweening arrogance.
(2025-11-18). Allegations of Electoral Manipulation in Bihar's Political Landscape. devdiscourse.com Prashant Kishor, leader of the Jan Suraaj Party, alleged that Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's JD(U) partially secured electoral success by distributing Rs 10,000 to numerous beneficiaries before the state assembly elections.
(2025-11-18). AlUla's Maraya Concert Hall is world's largest mirrored structure. ummid.com The Maraya Concert Hall in Ashar Valley, AlUla Governorate, holds the title of the world's largest mirrored building to date.
(2025-11-18). New or Resale: Which Home is Right for You? ummid.com Choosing between buying a new home and a resale property is an important decision for any homebuyer. They have to weigh factors like cost, convenience, and long-term value.
(2025-11-18). Diplomatic Tempest: Japan-China Tensions at Boiling Point over Taiwan. devdiscourse.com In a significant escalation of diplomatic tensions, Japan has advised its citizens in China to adopt enhanced safety measures amid a growing dispute with China over remarks made by Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi concerning Taiwan. Takaichi's comments have provoked the most serious diplomatic conflict in recent years.
(2025-11-18). Red-billed gulls gather at Yitong River in Changchun. ecns.cn A flock of red-billed gulls gathers near the Yitong River in Changchun, Jilin province.A flock of red-billed gulls gathers near the Yitong River in Changchun, Jilin province. [Photo by Luo Hao/For chinadaily.com.cn]…
(2025-11-18). Chatbot unions: The dawn of AI marriages. independentaustralia.net 
(2025-11-18). Delhi Blast: Suspicion First, Evidence Later. ummid.com This phenomenon is not new. It is the natural extension of a decade-long drift where Muslims in India have not just been blamed for crimes they did not commit, but targeted for simply existing within a landscape where trust has become communal and suspicion automatic.
(2025-11-18). Iraq discusses seeking six-month waiver of US Lukoil sanctions. newarab.com 
(2025-11-18). Funeral of 10 unidentified martyrs in Karaj. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Nov. 18 (MNA) — The people of Karaj held a funeral procession for 10 unidentified martyrs who fell during the 1980-88 imposed Iraqi war. The remains of the 10 martyrs have been retrieved in the previous war zones on the shared border.
(2025-11-18). International Conference on Islamic Arts & Architecture 2025 opens at Jamia Millia. ummid.com The 7th International Conference on Islamic Arts & Architecture (ICIAA 2025), organized by the Department of Architecture, Faculty of Architecture and Ekistics, Jamia Millia Islamia, commenced on the 11th of November, 2025 marking the National Education Day.
(2025-11-18). Maduro responds to Trump remarks about entering into talks. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Nov. 18 (MNA) — The president of Venezuela, Nicolas Maduro, responded to statements made by US President Donald Trump regarding the possibility of entering into talks.
(2025-11-18). The universal betrayed: how liberalism lost the world. onlineopinion.com.au Why is liberal democracy so powerless against the rise of Trumpism and the new authoritarian right? Because liberalism itself has hollowed out meaning creating the very vacuum strongmen now fill.
(2025-11-18). Counting Canines: A Call for Stray Dog Census in Delhi-NCR. devdiscourse.com Amid increasing dog bite incidents, experts stress the urgent need for a stray dog census in Delhi-NCR. Accurate data is crucial for the Animal Birth Control programme, governed by 2023 rules promising to manage stray canine populations through sterilisation and vaccination.
(2025-11-18). Distorting Lens of FPTP: Decoding The Bihar 2025 Mandate. ummid.com The 2025 Bihar Assembly Election has once again exposed the deep structural distortions of India's First Past…
(2025-11-18). Ukrainian forces attack 2 thermal power plants in the DPR. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Nov. 18 (MNA) — Ukrainian forces attacked two thermal power plants in the DPR region, the head of DPR says.
(2025-11-18). Insights | China has vast opportunities, says former Canadian MP. ecns.cn Jim Karygiannis, former member of the House of Commons of Canada, noted during an interview that he has visited China more than 50 times. He said China offers broad development opportunities and is expected to overtake the United States to become Canada's largest trading partner.
(2025-11-18). Anzali-Astara fastest, most cost-effective route to Russia. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Nov. 18 (MNA) — The Governor of Gilan highlighted the province's maritime and land transport capacities, emphasizing that the route through Bandar Anzali and Astara is the fastest and most cost-effective path for transferring goods to Russia.
(2025-11-18). DTEK Boosts Energy Security with U.S. LNG Imports. devdiscourse.com In a strategic move to enhance energy security for Ukraine and Eastern European countries, DTEK, a Ukrainian energy company, has successfully imported its first shipment of U.S. liquefied natural gas (LNG). This milestone delivery was received through Lithuania's Klaipeda import terminal, marking an important step in diversifying energy sources in the region.
(2025-11-18). Israeli warplanes launch series of air strikes targeting eastern Khan Younis in southern Gaza Strip. english.almanar.com.lb
(2025-11-18). Ancient Jiaohe City: ark in the boundless desert. ecns.cn Nestled in Turpan in Northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, the Jiaohe Ruins, shaped like a willow leaf, has a history of over 2,000 years. In fact, the ancient Jiaohe city was originally built on a natural plateau between two rivers, but is now situated in a desert, making it the best-preserved, longest-lasting and largest relics of a clay-built city in the world.
(2025-11-18). UN Security Council approves Trump plan for Gaza. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Nov. 18 (MNA) — The United Nations Security Council has approved a resolution mandating a transitional administration and an International Stabilization Force in Gaza that envisions a "credible pathway" to Palestinian statehood.
(2025-11-18). Trump U-turn: president urges GOP to release Epstein files. newarab.com 
Trump's post on his Truth Social came after House Speaker Mike Johnson said earlier that he believed a vote on releasing Justice Department documents in the Epstein case should help put to rest allegations that Trump had any connection to Epstein's abuse and trafficking of underage…
(2025-11-18). Chinese emergency humanitarian supplies arrive in Cuba. ecns.cn (ECNS) — A shipment of emergency humanitarian supplies donated by China arrived in Havana on Sunday night. Aracelys Cardoso, vice minister of Cuba's Ministry of Domestic Trade, Deborah Rivas, vice minister of the Ministry of Foreign Trade and Investment, and Chinese Ambassador to Cuba Hua Xin attended the handover ceremony. | Cardoso expressed gratitude for the assistance and China's long-term support. She said the supplies will improve living conditions for disaster-affected residents and support Cuba's post-disaster reconstruction efforts. China's gesture once again demonstrates its consistent support for…
(2025-11-18). Trump says doesn't rule out use of ground forces in Venezuela. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Nov. 18 (MNA) — US President Donald Trump has said that he doesn't rule out a potential ground operation in Venezuela.
(2025-11-18). Madhu Dandavate: A Life of Service and Integrity. ummid.com Today, on November 13, 2025, the 20th death anniversary of Professor Madhu Dandavate, a heartfelt tribute is owed to his enduring legacy.
(2025-11-18). Iran's President sends written message to Saudi Crown Prince. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Nov. 18 (MNA) — A written message from Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian to Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman was delivered to the Saudi Interior Minister during a meeting in Riyadh.
(2025-11-18). The Matrix Is Talking to the Matrix: How Artificial Intelligence (AI) Is Replacing Human Thought. globalresearch.ca There was a time when people spoke in their own words — clumsy, passionate, and alive. We debated. We contradicted one another.
(2025-11-18). Turkey: black box analysis of cargo plane crash will take months. newarab.com 
Turkish Defence Minister Yasar Guler said on Monday it would take at least two months to reach initial findings and analyse the black box of a Turkish cargo plane that The C-130 cargo aircraft had left
(2025-11-18). Al-Manar correspondent reports an Israeli drone targeted an excavator in the town of Blida with a bomb, causing it to catch fire completely. english.almanar.com.lb
(2025-11-18). Ticiana Kobel Steps Down from RHI Magnesita India Board Amid New Role Conflict. devdiscourse.com Ticiana Kobel has announced her resignation from the Board of Directors at RHI Magnesita India, citing a conflict of interest due to her new position on the Supervisory Board of the parent company, RHI Magnesita GmbH.
(2025-11-18). Baisi Election 2025 Results Live: Ghulam Sarwar of AIMIM wins by 27,251 votes. ummid.com Ghulam Sarwar of the All India Majlis e Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) has won from the Baisi assembly seat of Bihar, the Election Commission of India announced Friday.
(2025-11-18). Japan bears blame for worsening China ties. ecns.cn In response, Mao, the Foreign Ministry spokeswoman, said on Monday that Takaichi's remarks "seriously contradict the spirit of the four political documents between China and Japan".
(2025-11-18). India on Track to Surpass US in Metro Network Length. devdiscourse.com Union Minister of Housing and Urban Affairs, Manohar Lal, stated on Tuesday that India is poised to surpass the United States in terms of metro network length within the next two to three years.
(2025-11-18). Iran can serve as Caspian Sea tourism hub: Minister. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Nov. 18 (MNA) — Iran, with its rich cultural and historical heritage, has the potential to become the hub of tourism and handicrafts in the Caspian Sea region, said Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts, Reza Salehi Amiri.
(2025-11-18). Front pages of Iran's English dailies on November 18. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Nov. 18 (MNA) — Here are the front pages of Iran's English language dailies on Tuesday, November 18.
(2025-11-18). Rasht summit gathers governors from 5 Caspian Sea states. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Nov. 18 (MNA) — Governors from 12 provinces across five Caspian Sea littoral countries gathered in Rasht for a summit themed "Caspian: Bridge for Friendship and Regional Development."
(2025-11-18). Exploring G20 Nasrec Expo Centre in Johannesburg. ecns.cn South Africa held a media briefing at the Nasrec Expo Centre in Johannesburg to provide an update on preparations for the G20 Leaders' Summit on Monday. The G20 Leaders' Summit is scheduled for Nov. 22 and 23 in Johannesburg.
(2025-11-18). Pezeshkian congratulates Iran student team on RoboCup victory. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Nov. 18 (MNA) — The President congratulated Iran's top students on winning the gold medal at the 8th RoboCup Asia-Pacific 2025.
(2025-11-18). Water Concerns Amidst Devotee Deluge at Sabarimala Temple. devdiscourse.com As Sabarimala sees a massive influx of pilgrims during its annual 'mandala-makaravilakku' pilgrimage season, significant concerns over water availability have emerged. Devotees queued for hours, raising complaints that prompted action from the temple administration.
(2025-11-18). Bahadurganj Election 2025 Results Live: Tauseef Alam of AIMIM Vs Rest. ummid.com Md Tauseef Alam of the All India Majlis e Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) Bihar has won from the Bahadurganj assembly seat of Bihar, the Election Commission of India declared today.
(2025-11-18). People-centered outlook applauded. ecns.cn "The essence of Chinese governance is sharing — sharing development opportunities with Africa and with the world. Working hand in hand with Africa to build a shared future is exactly what Africans are looking for."
(2025-11-18). Chinese PLA Navy's amphibious assault ship 'Sichuan' completes first sea trial. ecns.cn China's largest and most advanced amphibious assault ship, the CNS Sichuan, completed its first navigation test and returned to the shipyard dock at around 5 p.m. on Sunday after a three-day mission.
(2025-11-18). Iraq election commission announces final results, PM bloc winner. newarab.com 
(2025-11-18). Raghunathpur Election 2025 Results Live: Osama Shahab vs Rest. ummid.com Osama Shahab of the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD), has won from the Raghunathpur assembly seat of Bihar, according to the Final Result announced by the Election Commission of India.
(2025-11-18). Iran attaches great importance to its ties with Belarus: VP. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Nov. 18 (MNA) — Iran's First Vice President Mohammadreza Aref says that Tehran-Minsk political relations are at a high level, adding that Iran attaches great importance to developing relations with Belarus.
(2025-11-18). Court Filing Exposes 9/11 Coverup. globalresearch.ca This year's anniversary of 9/11 passed without mainstream mention. Almost two-and-a-half decades on, the media appears to have lost all interest in that fateful, world-changing day. | This is despite the April 2023 release of a bombshell court filing by the …
(2025-11-18). Jacinda Ardern: Why NZ's tiny group of hysterical haters can't face the facts. asiapacificreport.nz COMMENTARY: By Gerard Otto As you know, there's a tiny group of Dame Jacinda Ardern haters in New Zealand who are easily triggered by facts and the ongoing success of the former prime minister on the world stage. The tiny eeny weeny group is made to look bigger online by an automated army of fake…
(2025-11-18). Ousted Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina sentenced death penalty. ummid.com Sheikh Hasina Wazed, former Prime Minister of Bangladesh who fled the country last August, was Monday November 17, 2025 sentenced death penalty.
(2025-11-18). Yi lacquerware gets a new lease of life. ecns.cn With a paintbrush in hand, Qumu Shiwu patiently draws unique patterns on a piece of lacquerware, freehand yet with unerring precision.
(2025-11-18). DM Out, Chat In: Watch How X New Feature Works. ummid.com Elon Musk's X, originally launched as Twitter, has replaced its Direct Messaging or DM feature by a new messaging tool named Chat.
(2025-11-18). Pro-Iran camp reunites to form majority in Iraq parliament. newarab.com 
The announcement came after the electoral committee released the seat distribution from the 11 November general election, which showed that pro-Tehran parties have maintained or increased their share in the 329-seat parliament. | Leaders of the Coordination Framework, an alliance of Shia factions with varying l…
(2025-11-18). Fresh Israeli strikes reported in Gaza as UN backs US peace plan. newarab.com 
Palestinian media reported fresh strikes in Gaza overnight as the Airstrikes were reported in Gaza City and eastern Khan Younis in the south of the territory, although no casualties have been reported. | Israel has violated the ceasefire on almost a daily basis since it came into force on 10 October, killing 266 people…
(2025-11-18). 'Digital Dirham': UAE Joins Club of Three Having Digital Currency. ummid.com The United Arab Emirates (UAE) Thursday (Nov 13, 2025) launched 'Digital Dirham' and joined China, Nigeria and the Bahamas that have their own digital currencies.
(2025-11-17). Standing with trans people in an era of neoliberalism. greenleft.org.au Standing with trans people in an era of neoliberalism | Pip Hinman |
(2025-11-18). US scholar: China's 15th Five-Year Plan a blueprint for innovation, welfare, global engagement. ecns.cn In a recent analysis of China's upcoming 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-30), Denis Simon, a non-resident fellow at the Quincy Institute and senior lecturer at Duke University, outlined four key pillars that will define the country's strategic direction for the coming five years.
(2025-11-18). Traditional dishes delight visitors in Iran's Mashhad. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Nov. 18 (MNA) — A festival in Mashhad celebrated the city's rich culinary heritage, offering residents a taste of traditional dishes prepared with authentic recipes.
(2025-11-18). Japan's no longer ambiguous stance on Taiwan. asiatimes.com 
Against the backdrop of rising threats, Japan has gradually remilitarized its self-defense forces (JSDF) to prepare for sudden contingencies. Meanwhile, after several decades of stagnation, Taiwan is taking its defense seriously. This comes as China's military grows its own capabilities, which could be used against the self-governing island in the future. On November 7, Japanese …
(2025-11-18). Unlocking Chinese Cities | Journey into Zhanjiang's Mangroves. ecns.cn China's mangroves—guardians of the coastline—purify seawater, break waves, and preserve biodiversity. At the southernmost tip of China's mainland, on the Leizhou Peninsula in Zhanjiang, Guangdong, stretches 7,228 hectares of mangrove forest. Here lies China's largest mangrove nature reserve—the Guangdong Zhanjiang National Mangrove Nature Reserve.
(2025-11-18). Longmen Grottoes: embodiment of cultural exchange. ecns.cn The Longmen Grottoes were initially carved in the late 5th century in the Northern Wei Dynasty, after Emperor Xiaowen moved the capital to Luoyang. The grottoes blend artistic influences from across the world, including decorative motifs inspired by Persia, the Ionian columns originating from ancient Greece, as well as some western musical instruments.
(2025-11-18). UN Security Council approves U.S. proposal to deploy Gaza stabilization force. haaretz.com Resolution authorizes transitional authority and international stabilization force; Hamas rejects resolution, insists it will not disarm…
(2025-11-18). Azam Khan, son Abdullah Azam back in jail. ummid.com Senior Samajwadi Party leader Mohammad Azam Khan and his son Abdullah Azam have been sent to jail after they were pronounced guilty by Rampur Court.
(2025-11-18). Kochadhaman Election 2025 Results Live: Sarwar Alam of AIMIM wins by 23K votes. ummid.com Md Sarwar Alam of the All India Majlis e Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) Bihar, has won from the Kochadhaman assembly seat of Bihar, the Election Commission of India declared Friday.
(2025-11-18). Iran prioritizes Caspian Sea states for strategic cooperation. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Nov. 18 (MNA) — Iran considers its Caspian neighbors a top priority for cooperation and regional development, Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi said, emphasizing the strategic importance of the Caspian Sea.
(2025-11-18). First winter rains soak makeshift Gaza tents. ecns.cn Palestinians cross a flooded street on donkey carts in the Al-Attar area of Mawasi, southern Gaza Strip, on Saturday, braving bitter cold and heavy rains that have swamped their tents.
(2025-11-18). Olympic champion Fan retains table tennis men's title at China's National Games. ecns.cn Fan Zhendong of Shanghai competes with Lin Shidong of Hainan during the men's singles final match of table tennis at China's 15th National Games in Macao, south China, Nov. 16, 2025.
(2025-11-18). Despite All Pressures, Hezbollah Clinging to Resistance: MP. english.almanar.com.lb 
Member of Hezbollah's Loyalty to Resistance parliamentary bloc MP Hasan Ezzidine stressed that the economic and financial pressures exerted on Lebanon aimed at complementing the military and security pressures, in a bid to stifle all those who support the resistance and its path. In a memorial service of martyr Mahmoud Merhion on his martyrdom anniversary, MP …
(2025-11-18). UN Security Council Gives US 'Mandate' Over Palestine. consortiumnews.com The council endorsed Donald Trump's neo-colonial governing board over a territory that he said should be depopulated to make way for his resort fantasy to be built on the bones of the victims of Israel's genocide, reports Joe Lauria. This…
(2025-11-18). Live Updates: Bihar Election 2025 Final Results. ummid.com The BJP-JD (U) led NDA alliance has swept the Bihar Assembly Elections 2025 winning a total of 202 seats, as per the final results announced by the Poll Panel Friday.
(2025-11-18). A new UN resolution on Gaza opens the door to controversy: US welcomes it, Hamas rejects it. english.almanar.com.lb 
The UN Security Council voted in favor of a US-drafted resolution endorsing President Donald Trump's Gaza peace plan, which includes deploying an international force and a path to a Palestinian state. Thirteen members of the Council voted for the text, which US Ambassador to the UN Mike Waltz described as "historic and constructive." Russia and …
(2025-11-18). Iran condoles India over deadly bus crash in Saudi Arabia. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Nov. 18 (MNA) — Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman offered to the Indian government and nation, following the deadly bus crash that led to the death of dozens of Indian pilgrims in Saudi Arabia.
(2025-11-18). China sees record number of railway passenger trips in Jan.-Oct. ecns.cn China's railway system handled a record-high number of passenger trips during the first 10 months of 2025, data from China State Railway Group Co., Ltd. showed on Sunday.
(2025-11-18). 2025 Bihar Assembly to have 11 Muslim MLAs. ummid.com List of Muslim MLAs in Bihar 2025: The newly elected assembly in Bihar will have 11 Muslim MLAs, down by 8 as compared to their tally in the last assembly, the final results of the 2025 state elections announced Friday showed.
(2025-11-18). Comicomment: Toxic seeds yield dangerous fruit — Who is to blame? ecns.cn Recently, Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said that the Chinese mainland's "use of force on Taiwan" could constitute a "survival-threatening situation" for Japan, implying the possibility of Japan's armed intervention in the Taiwan Strait.
(2025-11-18). Hope Media Cup to promote Iran progress amid disinformation. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Nov. 18 (MNA) — The second edition of the Hope Media Cup has started in Tehran, with over 700 media professionals participating in a bid to highlight Iran's achievements, particularly in the face disinformation exercised by foes.
(2025-11-18). What does it mean to be a libertarian? onlineopinion.com.au Bike-helmet rules, speech policing, safety mandates: harmless on their own, dangerous as a pattern. A warning against the slow erosion of adult freedom.
(2025-11-18). Asaduddin Owaisi's formula to stop BJP in Bihar sparks buzz. ummid.com A day after 2025 Assembly election results, the All India Majlis e Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) of Asaduddin Owaisi has proposed a formula to stop the Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) from forming a government in Bihar.
(2025-11-18). Tehran, Niamey vow to expand ties in FMs call. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Nov. 18 (MNA) — The Foreign Minister of the Islamic Republic of Iran held a telephone conversation with the Foreign Minister of Niger to discuss and exchange views on bilateral relations.
(2025-11-18). China's neutron instrument for microscopic structure and dynamics observation passes acceptance review. ecns.cn China's first high-energy direct-geometry inelastic neutron-scattering time-of-flight spectrometer, an instrument used to observe the structural and dynamic properties of matter at the microscopic level, has passed its official acceptance review, according to its developer, Sun Yat-sen University, on Sunday.
(2025-11-18). Confucius Institutes gain ground internationally. ecns.cn Students from the Confucius Institute of the University of Abomey-Calavi wear traditional Chinese attire during the "China-Benin Fashion Show" in Cotonou, Benin, on Nov 8.
(2025-11-18). China tackles N2O emissions, leading change. ecns.cn Thanks to a governance approach that combines pollution control with climate action, China has seen the growth rate of anthropogenic emissions of nitrous oxide level off and steadily decline since 2013.
(2025-11-18). Israel intensifies ground, air, naval attacks across Gaza. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Nov. 18 (MNA) — Israeli forces have renewed their ground, aerial, and naval assaults on several areas across the Gaza Strip, targeting neighborhoods in Gaza City and Khan Younis despite a ceasefire.
(2025-11-18). Bihar Election 2025 Results Live: AIMIM loses Balrampur seat by 389 votes. ummid.com Mohammad Adil Hasan of the All India Majlis e Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) has lost the Balrampur assembly seat of Bihar by just 389 votes, as per the final result announced by the Election Commission Friday.
(2025-11-18). Iran received messages from mediators. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Nov. 18 (MNA) — Iran has received messages from intermediary countries, government spokesperson Fatemeh Mohajerani said, warning that any new hostile move by its adversaries would trigger a harsher response than before.
(2025-11-18). A Terrorist by Any Other Name Is Still a Terrorist. globalresearch.ca Western Intel-Speak is branding Jolani a "former terrorist" (a variation of the "moderate rebel" war lie). | This is yet another Big (war) Lie. Why? First, he is the founder of al Qaeda/al Nusra in Syria. | Second, HTS is an al …
(2025-11-18). Canberra sidesteps transparency by leaving thousands of visas off the books. independentaustralia.net 
(2025-11-18). China must unleash capital market's power to fuel growth. ecns.cn The Recommendations of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China for Formulating the 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-30) for National Economic and Social Development places the capital market at a level of importance never seen before. The 2023 Central Financial Work Conference defined the capital markets as the hub of a modern economic and financial system, a precise and forward-looking statement that marked a major shift in how China understands and positions finance and the capital market in particular.
(2025-11-18). Australians face new hurdles at Europe's borders: How to avoid costly entry mistakes before it's too late. independentaustralia.net 
(2025-11-18). UN Security Council votes for international force for Gaza. newarab.com 
The There were 13 votes in favour of the text, which US President Trump claimed would lead to "further Peace all over the World," with only Russia and China abstaining ⚪ but no vetoes. | Trump posted on social media that the…
(2025-11-18). Islamic Jihad: Our people's right to resist the occupation is guaranteed by international law, and the weapons of resistance constitute a guarantee of this right. english.almanar.com.lb
(2025-11-18). Watch: Gen Z storm National Palace as anti-govt protests intensify. ummid.com A mild protest by Gen Z against drug violence and the security policies of the government Saturday turn into a massive uprising a day later as thousands of people marched to National Palace, asking President Claudia Sheinbaum to quit.
(2025-11-18). Belarus court sentences 4 journalists to years of house arrest. CPJ Staff
(2025-11-18). Myanmar junta hits AAMIJ News with election law charges, holds journalist in prison. CPJ Staff
(2025-11-18). CPJ, partners call on UN Working Group to issue opinion on imprisoned Russian journalist. CPJ Staff
(2025-11-18). Green Left Show US socialist says Zohran Mamdani's win shows people are hungry for real change. greenleft.org.au
(2025-11-18). Insights | China a key supporter for global development and global youths hope to build bridges of cooperation: UNIDO expert representative. ecns.cn
(2025-11-18). China upholds harsh 7-year prison sentence for journalist Dong Yuyu on spy charges. CPJ Staff
(2025-11-18). Insights | China's wisdom and experience beneficial to digital heritage preservation: ICOMOS International Scientific Committee representative. ecns.cn
(2025-11-18). Israeli journalist faces threats after reporting alleged sexual abuse of prisoner. CPJ Staff
(2025-11-18). CPJ calls on Tunisian authorities to end harassment of jailed commentator Sonia Dahmani. CPJ Staff
(2025-11-18). Cuba entre los cinco equipos con boleto directo para el béisbol en Santo Domingo 2026. cubadebate.cu El Comité Ejecutivo de la Confederación Panamericana de Béisbol (Copabe) ha otorgado cinco clasificaciones directas para el torneo de béisbol en los Juegos Centroamericanos y del Caribe de Santo Domingo 2026. Esta decisión se tomó tras evaluar el ranking mundial establecido por la Confederación Mundial de Béisbol-Sóftbol (WBSC).
(2025-11-18). Díaz-Canel preside acto por 20 aniversario del discurso de Fidel en la Universidad de La Habana. cubadebate.cu Con la presencia de Díaz-Canel, este lunes tuvo lugar en el Aula Magna de la Universidad de La Habana el acto por los veinte años del discurso de Fidel en ese recinto, donde entonces recordó el aniversario 60 de su ingreso al centro de altos estudios. La conmemoración contó con la presencia del Comandante del Ejército Rebelde, José Ramón Machado Ventura.
(2025-11-18). FIHAV 2025: Inteligencia artificial para transformar el presente y diseñar el futuro (+Podcast). cubadebate.cu En declaraciones exclusivas a Cubadebate, la viceministra de Comunicaciones, Aylin Febles, confirmó que FIHAV 2025 contará con un pabellón exclusivo de IA que exhibirá más de 70 soluciones nacionales. Estas innovaciones, desarrolladas por universidades y MiPYMES cubanas, buscan potenciar las alianzas comerciales y crear una experiencia personalizada para los inversores.
(2025-11-18). Científicos identifican en la Antártida el hielo y aire más antiguos de la Tierra: Seis millones de años. cubadebate.cu Un estudio de Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences identificó en la Antártida las muestras de hielo y aire más antiguas de la Tierra, con una antigàºedad aproximada de seis millones de años. Las minúsculas burbujas de aire selladas dentro del núcleo de hielo ofrecen una visión excepcional de cómo era la atmósfera terrestre en el pasado remoto.
(2025-11-18). Sheinbaum denuncia operación organizada para proyectar imagen de represión en México. cubadebate.cu La presidenta de México, Claudia Sheinbaum, afirmó este lunes que los incidentes violentos ocurridos durante las marchas del sábado en el centro de la Ciudad de México formaron parte de una "operación organizada" con el objetivo específico de provocar a la policía, generar enfrentamientos y proyectar internacionalmente la idea de que en el país existe represión contra los jóvenes.
(2025-11-18). Climate commitments crumble as ANZ and Westpac bankroll new fossil projects. independentaustralia.net 
(2025-11-18). Noviembre y la obsesión por asesinar a nuestro Jefe. cubadebate.cu Esta gente no descansaban ni dejaban descansar… año tras año, una y otra vez… Noviembre 1960… Un plan fraguado por la CIA contra la vida de nuestro Comandante en jefe, fue abortado al capturarse a los contrarrevolucionarios Armando Cubría Ramos y Mario Tauler Sague, quienes se habían infiltrado por Punta de Hicacos, provincia de Matanzas, procedentes de la Florida, en cumplimiento de órdenes del agente de la CIA Eladio del Valle Gutiérrez.
(2025-11-17). Broken brains and empty wallets: how austerity is behind further education's poor behavioural surge. thecanary.co The UK's further education sector is utterly ____ed. For over a decade, it has been used as a political afterthought, the education of our young people subjected to relentless cuts that have decimated resources and ruined staff morale. Yet the real cost of this underfunding isn't just seen in our colleges' failings; students themselves bear […] | By
(2025-11-17). Republic campaign reignited by evidence of royal involvement in Whitlam sacking. independentaustralia.net 
(2025-11-17). Mass Protests in Manila Demand Accountability for Infrastructure Corruption. devdiscourse.com Thousands gathered again in Manila streets, calling for accountability in flood-mitigation corruption allegedly implicating key officials and contractors.
(2025-11-17). NC Residents Stand Up Against ICE as Trump Admin Pivots Operations From Chicago. truthout.org In Charlotte, North Carolina, the Trump administration's latest anti-immigration crackdown garnered headlines over the weekend both for "how inhumane and aggressive" the operations by US Border Patrol and Immigration and Customs Enforcement were, as one journalist said, and the action that local residents immediately took to protect their neighbors from arrests and raids. |
(2025-11-17). New G20 Report on sustainable industrial policy launch. sanews.gov.za New G20 Report on sustainable industrial policy launch | The Deputy Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition Zuko Godlimpi will on Thursday preside over the launch of a new high-level G20 Report titled: G20 Principles for Sustainable Industrial Policy. | The event, to be held at the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (dtic) headquarters in Pretoria, will be co-hosted by the dtic, the Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO), and the Institute for Economic Justice (IEJ). | The launch comes on the eve of the G20 Leaders' Summit, which is a culmination of South Africa's G20 Preside…
(2025-11-17). Outrage as Netanyahu says government will oversee Oct. 7 probe. newarab.com 
After repeated delays, Israel's government has agreed to launch an investigation into the government failures that led to the But questions about the investigation's independence drew accusations Monday that Israel has traditionally appointed…
(2025-11-17). In rare move, IDF demolishing West Bank outpost; Settler leaders call for mass demonstration. haaretz.com Despite the IDF claiming the move was motivated by security reasons, far-right Finance Minister Smotrich said the demolition would make space for thousands of new housing units for settlers. MK Limor Son Har-Melech and settler leader Daniella Weiss called to halt the demolitions…
(2025-11-17). A Trump offer that Putin cannot refuse. responsiblestatecraft.org Along Ukraine's eastern frontline, the question is not if Russia will gain
(2025-11-17). Transgender Day of Remembrance Week of Action Nov.17-21, 2025. wibailoutpeople.org 
We proudly support our trans family throughout
(2025-11-17). Talha Anjum adorns Indian flag at concert in Nepal. tribune.com.pk 
Talha Anjum has sparked widespread online controversy after he raised the Indian flag at a concert in Nepal. After receiving backlash, the rapper was unapologetic about it. | "My heart has no place for hate," he took to social media and wrote. "Art has no borders. If me raising an Indian flag sparks controversy so be it. I'll do it again. Will never care about the media, the war mongering governments and their propagandas. Urdu rap is and always will be borderless." | View this post on Instagram | The rapper has been on tour in Kathmandu in Nepal and videos of the concert quickly started to circulate the inter…
(2025-11-17). US Plans for Indefinite Division of Gaza, Leaving Palestinian Side in Ruins. truthout.org The U.S. and other world powers are reportedly preparing for an indefinite division of Gaza along the Israeli-occupied yellow line, as the U.S.'s plans falter and millions of Palestinians are set to pay the price. Currently, under the ceasefire agreement that Israel is repeatedly violating, all of the Palestinians in Gaza have been forced into a small zone adjacent to the sea. |
(2025-11-17). Rising Hamas popularity in Gaza. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Despite over two years of U.S.-backed genocidal campaign in the Gaza Strip, American media reports Hamas has seen its popularity increase.
(2025-11-17). Germany's fascist AfD party demands Trumpian EU ban on non-existent 'Antifa'. thecanary.co German fascist party Alternative fàºr Deutschland (AfD) has parroted Donald Trump's wilfully ignorant nonsense treating 'Antifa' as an organised terror group, instead of the loose ideological resistance to fascism that it is, to demand an equivalent ban in the EU. AfD banning the 'Antifa' — whoever that is… AfD deputy federal spokesman Stephan Brandner echoed […] | By
(2025-11-17). More Iranian universities in QS Asia University Rankings. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — The Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) Asia University Rankings has placed 48 Iranian universities in the list of top universities in 2026, compared to 32 universities in 2025.
(2025-11-17). War Dogs, War Prostitutes, War Mongers, War as a Zionist (ZIM) Weapon. dissidentvoice.org 
Note: Just 'some' of the feces in my 'news' (sic) feed in a two-hour period. Defense industry heaps praise on Hegseth's weapons-buying reformation Terry Gerton You, I'm sure, paid very close attention to Secretary Hegseth's speech last Friday on the arsenals of democracy. What was your takeaway? Stephanie Kostro Thanks so much for asking, Terry. And not …
(2025-11-17). Will emerging Saudi deal force Israel to clash with its friend. haaretz.com Israel's gravest political and strategic threat now comes from Riyadh — not Tehran or Gaza. Normalization holds little strategic value for Saudi Arabia, and Israel views it similarly if it means recognizing Palestinian statehood — yet Trump wants it more than anyone…
(2025-11-17). Lukashenko: Reality will force Poland, Baltics to normalize ties with Belarus, Russia. eng.belta.by Reality will force Poland and the Baltic states to build normal relations with Belarus and Russia, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko said as he met with Governor of Russia's Rostov Oblast Yury Slyusar on 17 November.
(2025-11-17). Insights | Working together to heal the earth: A Nigerian expert's view on China's green cooperation with the world. ecns.cn Jude Samuelson, head of Environment and Climate Change at the Stakeholder Democracy Network, believes that Nigeria and China have enormous potential to collaborate in reducing emissions and advancing ecological restoration. He says China's technology, experience, and determination offer valuable inspiration for global environmental governance.
(2025-11-17). Standoff at COP31: Australia vs Turkey for Climate Summit Hosting. devdiscourse.com The diplomatic tug-of-war between Australia and Turkey over hosting the COP31 climate summit intensified, with Australia's Prime Minister Anthony Albanese emphatically stating that co-hosting the event is not an option under United Nations rules.
(2025-11-17). JOIN No War on Venezuela! No Troops on Our Streets! Nov. 15-23 Week of Actions. iacenter.org Actions in over 75 cities — Click HERE TinyURL.com/venezuela-solidarity Week of Coordinated Protests — November 15 — 23 Actions in over 75 cities — Click HERE No War on Venezuela! No Troops on our Streets! Calling all antiwar, peace and justice, union and solidarity activists! An emergency network is calling for local actions, large and small, Also actions within 24 hours of any major U.S. escalation. This call to action is posted on the United National Antiwar Coalition web site. Click HERE to Register your action. Click HERE to View actions taking place. Click HERE to View and Endorse this…
(2025-11-17). "Like oxygen" : Polish business hails reopening of border crossings with Belarus. eng.belta.by At a press conference in Bobrowniki, Voivode of Podlaskie Voivodeship Jacek Brzozowski emphasized that during the closures, "Podlaskie entrepreneurs lost their property and livelihoods."
(2025-11-17). Activists Mobilize Across the US to Demand 'Hands Off Venezuela,' Venezuela Thanks for Protest Outside White House. orinocotribune.com By Carly Brook with Orinoco Tribune content | At least 21 aerial strikes off the coast of Venezuela that have extrajudicially killed over 82 people, from Venezuela, Colombia, and Trinidad and Tobago with no due process. | With outrage in response to these murders and significant US military buildup near Venezuela, an urgent and coordinated week of action for Venezuela from November 15-23 started Saturday, with over 50 actions across the US and a growing international response. The demonstrations, organized by over 35 organizations forming a rapid response network, are demanding no war on Venezuela, the withdrawal…
(2025-11-17). Poland reopens two border crossings with Belarus. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Nov. 17 (MNA) — Poland has reopened two border crossings with Belarus.
(2025-11-17). 70,000 People March In Belém For Climate Justice. popularresistance.org The streets of Belém were occupied, according to organizers, by more than 70,000 people on Saturday, November 15, for the historic Global Climate March. Unlike the official COP30 spaces, the march brought together the diversity of peoples and demands from civil society in defense of climate justice. | With the force of the motto "We are the answer", the tens of thousands of members of people's movements held signs such as "Agribusiness is fire", "There is no climate justice without popular agrarian reform" and "environmental collapse is capitalist".
(2025-11-17). Is the Saudi wealth fund preparing to bid for Warner Bros. newarab.com 
Online rumours are swirling that A bid would pit it against
(2025-11-17). Agricultural Offensive: How Burkina Faso Is Moving Towards Self-Sufficiency in Food Production. orinocotribune.com By Pedro Stropasolas — Nov 13, 2025 | The government of Ibrahim Traoré seeks to reduce dependence on imports in a country where 80% of the population are farmers. | Dependence on foreign aid, political instability, chronic poverty, and the effects of climate change are among the obstacles preventing Burkina Faso from achieving its longed-for food sovereignty. | Currently, about 80% of the population of the Sahelian nation is involved in agricultural activity, which accounts for a third of the GDP. Even so, the country still imports more than 200,000 tons of rice per year. | In response to this challenge,…
(2025-11-17). Likud minister offers Shin Bet funds from equality ministry to fight crime in Arab communities. haaretz.com The Justice Ministry warned that Social Equality Minister May Golan's plan could increase crime due to slashes in programs that help people in debt in Arab communities. The education and welfare ministries also believe that the plan is harmful…
(2025-11-17). Rich Countries At COP30 Are Robbing The Global South. popularresistance.org UN climate conferences are primarily announcement summits. For 30 years, industrialized countries, which are primarily responsible for the climate crisis, have been promising that they will reduce greenhouse gas emissions consistent with the climate science, promote the energy transition, and combat the effects of climate change. Additional promises have also been made regarding climate financing at the UN Conference of the Parties (COP) climate summits in Copenhagen (2009) and Paris (2015). At COP30 in Brazil, governments have once again declared their intention to support developing countries with climate fundi…
(2025-11-17). Why Israel's new border wall threatens Lebanon's fragile truce. newarab.com 
(2025-11-17). Bennett Zurofsky Esq: Testifies "Extend Protections" to include NSPM7 @ Nov 12 Hearing Outside FBI HQ Newark. fightbackbetter.com And the main things that we can do to fight it in addition to getting the attention of our public…
(2025-11-17). Democracy Now! 2025-11-17 Monday. democracynow.org Headlines for November 17, 2025; Report from COP30: Thousands March in Indigenous-Led Protest at Brazil Climate Talks "in Defense of Life"; Protect the Amazon, Tax the Polluters: Climate Activists Demand Action at COP30 in Belém, Brazil; "Just Transition": Polluting Countries Must Take Responsibility for Extreme Climate Change | Headlines for November 17, 2025; Report from COP30: Thousands March in Indigenous-Led Protest at Brazil Climate Talks "in Defense of Life"; Protect the Amazon, Tax the Polluters: Climate Activists Demand Action at COP30 in Belém, Brazil; "Just Trans…
(2025-11-17). What is Black Tie Dinner Trump is Hosting for Mohammed bin Salman. ummid.com Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia and Crown Prince, Mohammed bin Salman, is visiting the United States of America next week and Trump has announced a grand reception, including black tie dinner, for the visiting monarch.
(2025-11-17). The mothers, children suffering Israel's engineered starvation in Gaza. aljazeera.com Israa and Mohammad struggle daily to feed their five daughters, including triplets born in Israel's war on Gaza.
(2025-11-17). Iran bags 4 gold medals in Wushu in ISG in Riyadh. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Nov. 17 (MNA) — Iranian wushu competitors won four gold medals, one silver and one bronze at the 2025 Islamic Solidarity Games (ISG) on Sunday.
(2025-11-17). Wushu competitors win four golds: 2025 Riyadh. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Iranian wushu competitors won four gold medals, one silver and one bronze at the 2025 Islamic Solidarity Games (ISG) on Sunday.
(2025-11-17). Iraq's commission announces final Parl. elections results. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Nov. 17 (MNA) — Iraq's Independent High Electoral Commission has announced the final results for the Council of Representatives election, which included special voting on November 9th and the general vote on November 11th.
(2025-11-17). Palestinian faction says Israel killed a local leader in Gaza. newarab.com 
(2025-11-17). Insights | Nigeria expert: Nigeria-China cooperation can accelerate global ecological restoration. ecns.cn Jude Samuelson, Head of Environment and Climate Change at the Stakeholder Democracy Network, said that Nigeria and China have great potential to cooperate on emissions reduction and ecological restoration.
(2025-11-17). Pennsylvanians are scrambling to afford Affordable Care Act health insurance price hikes after no subsidy deal in Congress. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? For the past year, Lily McCausland has taken full advantage of having a health insurance plan that costs her $0 a month in premium payments, "which felt like winning the lottery." | The 29-year-old lives in Philadelphia, where she works full time at a small printing company. Her job doesn't have to offer health benefits. Last year, she was able to sign up for insurance through
(2025-11-17). Oh, So NOW Donald Trump Wants The Epstein Files Released. newsone.com 
(2025-11-17). Eddie Murphy's Netflix Doc Exposes Yul‚ÄØBrynner's Sexual Proposition When He Was 21. moguldom.com 
The Netflix documentary Being Eddie pulls back the curtain on the life of one of comedy's most enduring icons. In addition to revisiting his groundbreaking work on Saturday Night Live and his string of box‚Äëoffice hits, the film reveals two striking, previously untold facets of Murphy's personality: a startling encounter with Hollywood legend Yul‚ÄØBrynner at a 21st‚Äëbirthday party, and …
(2025-11-17). Diplomacy After The Vote: Building A Better Two-State Compact. fairobserver.com When the United Nations General Assembly voted 142—10, with 12 abstentions, in favor of a "New York Declaration" outlining a phased approach to a two-state solution on September 12, 2025, it achieved something rare: It turned long-standing diplomatic sentiment into a near-universal political moment. That majority is not just symbolic. It is both an invitation…
(2025-11-17). Comprehensive maritime-based economy plan being prepared for Khuzestan. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN- The acting head of the Industry, Mining, and Trade Department of Khuzestan province announced the formulation of a comprehensive maritime-based economic development plan aimed at the sustainable utilization of coastal, port, and related industrial capacities in the province.
(2025-11-17). Europe on path to discrediting the IAEA. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Nov. 17 (MNA) — Ahead of the IAEA Board meeting in Vienna, Britain, Germany, and France plan a resolution on Iran's nuclear program despite lacking a legal ground and Tehran's ongoing cooperation, raising fears of political bias.
(2025-11-17). Honoring History: Walong's Past Inspires Future Tourism. devdiscourse.com In a heartfelt tribute to the martyrs of the 1962 Battle of Walong, Arunachal Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein detailed efforts to transform Walong into a prominent historical and tourist site.
(2025-11-17). Appeal for Tunisian opposition in conspiracy case adjourned. newarab.com 
An appeal trial for nearly 40 Tunisian public and opposition figures sentenced for plotting against the state was adjourned on Monday, after a hearing without main defendants in court. | In April, a Tunisian court gave custodial sentences of up to 74 years to the defendants on charges of "conspiracy against state security" and "belonging to a terrorist group" in proceedings criticised by rights groups. | Among the defendants were
(2025-11-17). Samoan PM back home as journalist alleges assault outside his residence. asiapacificreport.nz RNZ Pacific Samoan Prime Minister La'aulialemalietoa Leuatea Schmidt has returned home after an eight-week absence for medical treatment in New Zealand. La'aulialemalietoa departed Apia for Auckland on a private jet just days after being sworn in as Samoa's eighth prime minister on September 16. The Samoan government had previously said he was expected to return…
(2025-11-17). Colombia's defense minister facing no confidence vote over children killed in bombardment. colombiareports.com Defense Minister Pedro Sanchez will be facing a no confidence vote over the killing of seven minors and children in a bombardment on a guerrilla camp in southern Colombia. In a post on social media platform X, House Representative Katherine Miranda. a fierce critic of President Gustavo Petro, said she will call Sanchez to Congress …
(2025-11-17). Israel destroys Gaza's historical palace, with over 20,000 artifacts looted. tribune.com.pk 
Gaza's historical and cultural heritage has not been spared Israeli bombardment during Tel Aviv's two-year war, with over 20,000 rare artifacts spanning from prehistoric eras to the Ottoman period missing and looted. | "The Israeli army has systematically and extensively destroyed Gaza's archaeological sites as part of a policy aimed at erasing Palestinian identity," Ismail al-Thawabteh, head of Gaza's Government Media Office, told Anadolu on Monday. | Also Read: Pakistan, Jordan to coordinate on Gaza peace plan | According to official data, Israeli forces fully or partially destroyed more than 316 archaeologi…
(2025-11-17). WHYY Newscast for Monday 6:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2025-11-17). Lavrov warns EU is preparing for "new big war against Russia" infobrics.org Europe is sabotaging Trump and pushing the world into chaos.
(2025-11-17). Is Donald Trump the "Fidei Defensor" for Christians? globalresearch.ca I actually thought there might be some good news coming out of the Donald Trump White House but it turns out that I was likely mistaken. | Trump treated the American public and a worldwide audience to an extended harangue targeting …
(2025-11-17). Horrifying video: New dead body found on Mount Everest. albawaba.net ALBAWABA – A new video has gone viral on X (formerly Twitter), allegedly capturing a new frozen dead body on Mount Everest. Horrifying videos and images of the deceased's body flooded the platform. According to the Himalayan database, it's claimed that over 300 hikers have died trying to climb Mount Everest since records started in 1922. Out of the 300 deceased bodies, several reports claim that 200 of them are still lost under Everest's snow piles, showcasing the dangers of climbing the renowned mountain in the Himalayas.Caution: Disturbing footage below.Horrifying video: New dead body found on Mount Everest…
(2025-11-17). 'US hopes to finalise rare earths deal with China this month'. tribune.com.pk 
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Sunday that Washington hopes to finalize a deal with China for securing supplies of rare earths by the Thanksgiving holiday at the end of November. | Under the tentative deal reached in late October at a meeting between Presidents Donald Trump and Xi Jinping in South Korea , | China is hugely dominant in the mining and processing of rare earths, which are essential for sophisticated electronic components across a range of industries including auto, electronics and defense. | "We haven't even finished the agreement, which we hope to have done by Thanksgiving," which fall…
(2025-11-17). US Supreme Court to weigh 'metering' of asylum claims at US-Mexico border. aljazeera.com The Trump administration has sought to restrict asylum claims at the US border, alleging abuse within the system.
(2025-11-17). Here we go again — Venezuela suddenly a 'chemical weapons threat' to the US. infobrics.org It doesn't matter whether things make any sense as long as the war junkies in Washington DC get their dose of death and destruction. Whether it's WMDs, terrorism, autocracy or any other pretext you can imagine, the US-led political West is determined to continue its aggression against the entire world.
(2025-11-17). Preparations begin for new space mission. ecns.cn The China Manned Space Agency has started preparations for the launch of an unmanned spacecraft to carry a full cargo load, including provisions for astronauts and equipment for the Tiangong space station, according to a senior engineer.
(2025-11-17). Dylan Riley & Robert Brenner: The Long Downturn and Its Political Results. newleftreview.org Responding to the wide-ranging debate sparked by their 'Seven Theses on American Politics' (NLR 138), Riley and Brenner expand the temporal frame of their analysis of capitalist stagnation as an endogenous feature, incurable by bubbles and bailouts—and rethink the nature of the 'political capitalism' that results.
(2025-11-17). BBC 'determined to fight' Trump lawsuit over Panorama documentary. aljazeera.com In a letter, BBC Chair Samir Shah argued there remains 'no basis for a defamation case' against the British broadcaster.
(2025-11-17). Martín Mosquera: The Meaning of Milei. newleftreview.org With Latin America in Trump's cross-hairs, a report from Buenos Aires on the social stalemate that allowed far-right firebrand Javier Milei to impose the harshest shock therapy in Argentina's history. Mosquera mobilizes the conceptual legacies of Gramsci, Trotsky, Otto Bauer and Angelo Tasca to identify the function of the region's highly successful new rights.
(2025-11-17). Meny Godard, killed on Oct. 7 and taken hostage, laid to rest in Israel after body returned from Gaza. haaretz.com Godard was laid to rest at Kibbutz Be'eri near the Gaza border, where he had been killed along with his wife, Ayelet, and kidnapped to Gaza by Palestinian Islamic Jihad…
(2025-11-17). Russia Says it Has Seized Three More Villages in Eastern Ukraine. albawaba.net 
Russia's Defense Ministry announced today that its forces have captured three additional villages in eastern Ukraine, marking the latest advance in its ongoing offensive along the wide front.The ministry said its forces had captured the villages of Gai in the Dnipropetrovsk region, Platonivka in the Donetsk region, and Dvorishanske in the Kharkiv region.
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(2025-11-17). Germany to lift partial arms embargo on Israel, citing of Gaza cease-fire. haaretz.com In early August, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz suspended arms exports to Israel that could be used in Gaza, hours after the Israeli government decided to expand its military offensive in the enclave. Germany is said to provide roughly 33 percent of Israel's arms imports…
(2025-11-17). EDB: Inflation in Belarus slows for third consecutive month. eng.belta.by Core inflation, which reflects persistent price pressures, slowed to 7.1% in October year-on-year (from 7.5% in September), indicating a weakening of overall inflationary pressure, EDB analysts noted.
(2025-11-17). What Genocide Looks Like When Silicon Valley Writes The Brochure. popularresistance.org It's being called the GREAT Trust. A glossy plan for Gaza's "redevelopment" that includes solar plants, hospitals and an Elon Musk-branded "Smart Manufacturing Zone." But, as analysts have suggested, it only works if the people of Gaza are gone. | The slides leaked over a month ago to the Washington Post spell out the game plan: Gazans will be forced to choose between dubious and iniquitous "voluntary" mass relocation or "temporary housing," while and billionaires get their branded tech playground built on ashes and bones. This is…
(2025-11-17). Tehran hosts intl. conference on Iranology with scholars from 21 countries. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN- The inaugural international conference on Iranology was held in Tehran on Saturday, marking a significant milestone in promoting Iran's cultural and academic dialogue worldwide.
(2025-11-17). Dhahan Prize awards $51,000 CAD to the best in Punjabi fiction for 2025. tribune.com.pk 
The world's leading award for Punjabi fiction announced its 12th annual winner on Wednesday, naming Balbir Parwana of Jalandhar, India, for his novel In the Time of Unrest. He received a $25,000 award. | Balbir Parwana, Dhahan Prize winner (2025) | Two finalists, Mudassar Bashir from Lahore and Bhagwant Rasulpuri from Jalandhar received $10,000 each. Bashir was recognised for his novel Precarious Shelter and Rasulpuri for his short story collection Delivery Man. | Mudassar Bashir and Bhagwant Rasulpuri, Dhahan Prize Finalists (2025) | An additional $6,000 was awarded for transliteration of the winning books in…
(2025-11-17). Now Loading: The Epstein Files. levernews.com 
(2025-11-17). US Marines Conducting Drills in Trinidad and Tobago, Just Miles From Venezuela's Coast. news.antiwar.com US Marines began drills on Sunday in Trinidad and Tobago, the Caribbean island nation that's just miles off the coast of Venezuela, as the US military continues its activity in the region amid a push toward a potential US attack aimed at ousting Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro. The US Embassy in Trinidad and Tobago said …
(2025-11-17). Germany lifts curbs on arms exports to Israeli regime. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Nov. 17 (MNA) — Germany has decided to lift a suspension of military exports to Israel that could be used to devastating effect in Gaza, citing the ceasefire agreement between Israeli regime and Hamas.
(2025-11-17). Belarus, Nigeria intend to give new impetus to economic cooperation. eng.belta.by Belarusian Deputy Agriculture and Food Minister Aleksandr Yakovchits met with a delegation from Nigeria's Katsina State led by Governor Dikko Umar Radda.
(2025-11-17). Dubai Air Show opens as local airlines likely seek more jets. newarab.com 
(2025-11-17). Settlers set fire to Palestinian homes and vehicles in West Bank after IDF evacuates Israeli outpost. haaretz.com In Umm al-Butm, settlers set fire to a building and vehicles and assaulted Palestinian women in their homes. In Jab'a, settlers also set fire to three homes, vehicles, and a caravan. 'A disaster, a disaster has happened here, all in front of the soldiers and police,' a resident said…
(2025-11-17). Weekly Climate and Energy News Roundup. wattsupwiththat.com Quote of the Week: "I have not failed. I've just found 10,000 ways that won't work." — Thomas Edison…
(2025-11-17). Germany Urges Fair Trade Competition in Dialogue with China. devdiscourse.com German Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil, speaking at the China-Germany Financial Dialogue in Beijing, highlighted the necessity for fair competition in trade with China, emphasizing the importance of dialogue between the two nations.
(2025-11-17). Greg Hadfield acquitted as another vexatious Zionist prosecution collapses. thecanary.co Retired Brighton-based journalist Greg Hadfield has been acquitted today of the vexatious harassment case brought him at the behest of the local — and potentially national — Israel lobby for exposing an obscene X post by right-wing former Labour MP and Jewish Labour Movement (JLM) chair Ivor Caplin, 67. Hadfield, a retired Sunday Times news […] | By
(2025-11-17). VP Aref departs for Russia to attend SCO meeting. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Nov. 17 (MNA) — Iranian First Vice President left Tehran for Moscow on Monday morning to attend the 24th Meeting of the Council of Heads of Government of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO).
(2025-11-17). Central Bank of the UAE Hosts Cybersecurity Seminar for BRICS Central Banks. infobrics.org In a move to strengthen global cyber protection and safeguard financial stability, the Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) hosted the Cybersecurity Seminar and the 2nd Cybersecurity Drill for BRICS Central Banks…
(2025-11-17). Calls to West Virginia 211 Helpline Skyrocketed by 1,680 Percent Amid SNAP Delay. truthout.org Over the last two weeks, employees with the state's 24/7 call center spent days, evenings and weekends answering phone call after call from West Virginians in need of groceries while food stamps were delayed. "It's a little daunting when you come in every morning and there's 60 voicemails and every one of them needs something," said Margaret O'Neal, president and CPO of the United Way of… |
(2025-11-17). Policing of Palestine Action protests mapped: a chilling picture of UK-wide state repression. thecanary.co The Canary has mapped the policing response to Palestine Action demonstrations across the country — and the data has illustrated enormous disparities in the levels of repression forces have meted out against peaceful protesters. It has also exposed several instances where police have seemingly interpreted their powers in starkly different ways. The map unveils a […] | By
(2025-11-17). Afghanistan seeks investment by major Iranian companies. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN- During a meeting between members of the Iranian Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines, and Agriculture (ICCIMA)'s trade delegation and the head of the Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce and Investment, the need to develop relations between the chambers of both countries was highlighted, and major Iranian companies were invited to invest in Afghanistan.
(2025-11-17). NHS ad refers to billionaires as 'parasites'. albawaba.net ALBAWABA – A satirical NHS ad launched by human rights activists under the name "Everyone Hates Elon" has gone viral on social media after referring to billionaires as "parasites" alongside worms and ticks. Featuring popular billionaires such as Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos, and Mark Zuckerberg, the fake ad described them as "economic parasites" that can be "removed with wealth tax." Videos and photos of the fake NHS ad flooded social media, garnering a wide variety of reactions from British netizens. Everyone Hates Elon's official Instagram account shared a photo of the ad, tagged UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, and ca…
(2025-11-17). Your Permanent Record Really Stays With You Unless 'Clean Slate' Legislation Passes. capitalbnews.org 
The 11th day of April means more to Elvina Smith than her daughters will ever know. For 17 years, a shoplifting conviction that led to six days in a Wayne County, Michigan, jail and a year of probation impacted every aspect of Smith's otherwise law-abiding life. From 2006 to 2007, Smith traveled for miles outside …
(2025-11-17). Owen Hatherley: Architecture of the Future? newleftreview.org The built legacy of the Soviet Bloc is undergoing a dramatic reappraisal, from crumbling concrete brutalism to Instagrammable socmod chic. Hatherley's critical survey of a growing body of work in this area—examining modernist constructions from Vilnius to Tashkent—asks the question the new studies largely avoid: what, if anything, makes this architecture socialist?
(2025-11-17). Mandated or banned? Either way, women lose in the veil debate. globalvoices.org 
(2025-11-17). Acting FEMA head David Richardson steps down after troubled tenure. aljazeera.com Richardson is the second official President Donald Trump has appointed to lead FEMA since the start of his second term.
(2025-11-17). Klay Thompson Checks Patrick Beverly And Jason Williams Over Crude Megan Thee Stallion Comments. newsone.com 
Source: Raymond Hall / Getty | The bar for manhood in 2025 is seemingly parked in hell, and two former NBA players decided to grab their proverbial shovels and dig it a little deeper. | Last week, on the
(2025-11-17). Multiple Chinese departments warn citizens about travel and study in Japan amid security concerns. ecns.cn Multiple Chinese government departments issued alerts advising Chinese nationals to avoid traveling to Japan in the near term, citing a deteriorating security environment and rising risks to personal safety.
(2025-11-17). Eastern experiences of transformation highlight European gathering. anabaptistworld.org Church and Peace, a European ecumenical network that includes several Anabaptist organizations, learned about East European experiences of transformation at its annual European Conference Oct. 24-26 in Herrnhut, Germany.
(2025-11-17). Europe is at Donald Trump's mercy. It has itself to blame. strategic-culture.su By Harrison SRETLER | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | The European Union has failed to mount an alternative to Donald Trump. On def…
(2025-11-17). European countries create joint fund to send new weapons to Ukraine. infobrics.org The measure relieves the US and NATO of financial responsibility in the campaign to support Kiev.
(2025-11-17). Bam Khatoon lose to East Bengal in AFC Women's Champions League 2025/26. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Bam Khatoon of Iran lost to India's East Bengal 3-1 in their AFC Women's Champions League 2025/26 Group B opener on Monday.
(2025-11-17). Benazir Shah targeted in deepfake, Information Minister vows action. tribune.com.pk 
Journalist Benazir Shah has been targeted in a deepfake video circulated by an X account, followed by Information Minister Attaullah Tarar. Shah condemned the incident on X, saying such attacks would not silence her. | Responding promptly, Minister Tarar called the act "totally unacceptable and highly condemnable" and said action would be taken. He added that nobody has the right to create fake videos to harass or defame journalists and clarified that he does not condone the behaviour of the account in question. | PECA, enacted in 2016, is intended to combat cybercrime, online harassment, and the spread of ill…
(2025-11-17). In rooftop solar, advocates see a 'missed opportunity' for clean energy in Pennsylvania. whyy.org This story originally appeared on In Carlisle, a sleepy town in the heart of Pennsylvania Trump country, solar energy appears to have escaped the black hole of partisan politics. Or at least, that's been the experience of Carlisle Area School District superintendent Colleen Friend, who has met little resistance spearheading a project to install a solar array about the size of a football field at a local elementary school. | The project is itself the beneficiary of a political anomaly, the $25…
(2025-11-17). Montana Has an Ambitious Plan to End Dark Money in Elections. scheerpost.com In one of the scariest moments in modern history, we're doing our best at ScheerPost to pierce the fog of lies that conceal it but we need some help to pay our writers and staff. Please consider a tax-deductible By Sonali Kolhatkar / Fifteen years after a landmark Supreme Co…
(2025-11-17). Public urged to stay away from water courses amid heavy rains. sanews.gov.za Public urged to stay away from water courses amid heavy rains | The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) has warned the public to avoid water courses like rivers, streams and dams, during the continuous heavy rains across Gauteng, Mpumalanga provinces, and other parts of the country, where rains have been persistent. | In a statement, the department said large parts of Gauteng have already been affected by flash floods due to the current heavy rainfall. | Residents are urged to remain indoors and avoid walking, driving or attempting to cross bridges in areas with high water levels or heavy water current. | "A…
(2025-11-17). New Cold War at America's doorstep: Trump's military buildup triggers China—Russia countermoves. infobrics.org The US Navy's arrival in the Caribbean intensifies Trump's confrontation with Venezuela, raising the specter of strikes. Meanwhile, Beijing and Moscow respond with strategic support for Caracas, underscoring the region's multipolar turn — Latin America watches a high-risk gamble unfold.
(2025-11-17). Ben-Gvir Calls for Assassination of Palestinian Officials If Statehood Advances. truthout.org Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir has called for the assassination of top Palestinian Authority officials and the detention and torture of Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas if international authorities take further steps to advance Palestinian statehood. In remarks at a meeting of the far right Otzma Yehudit party reported by Israeli media, Ben-Gvir said that there is no… |
(2025-11-17). Lukashenko: Belarus-Russia unity is unbreakable. eng.belta.by Belarus and Russia have always been together and will remain so; no one will be able to tear apart their unity, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko said as he met with Governor of Russia's Rostov Oblast Yury Slyusar on 17 November.
(2025-11-17). Nan Z. Da: Literary Criticism in the Age of AI. newleftreview.org Critical analyses of AI usually adopt a stance of defensive humanism. Instead, Nan Da interrogates its mode of reasoning. How do LLMs make the step from data to inference—and what does it mean when they can no longer differentiate the two? Lessons from Emily Dickinson on linguistic interpretation's necessary freedoms—and responsibilities.
(2025-11-17). Rev.‚ÄØJesse‚ÄØJackson Not on Life Support: Hospitalized as Progressive Supranuclear Palsy Worsens. moguldom.com Civil‚Äërights veteran Rev.‚ÄØJesse‚ÄØJackson, 84, was admitted to a Washington, D.C., hospital Wednesday night for observation and treatment of progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP), a rare neurodegenerative disorder that impairs balance, eye movement and gait. The Rainbow‚ÄØPUSH Coalition, the organization Jackson founded in the 1970s, confirmed the hospitalization in a brief statement, adding that the activist's family …
(2025-11-17). Universities Said Black Lives Mattered In 2020. Texas Just Proved They Didn't Mean It. newsone.com 
Source: Wesley Hitt / Getty | This week, the Texas A&M University System exposed itself when it made a move so sweeping and authoritarian that it instantly shattered whatever remained of the myth that American universities are committed to racial justice. | With a unanimous vote, the
(2025-11-17). Shaping the Future: SRMIST Celebrates Digital-First Graduates. devdiscourse.com In a ceremony that merged tradition with innovation, SRM Institute of Science and Technology (SRMIST) celebrated its graduates, emphasizing the success of its digital learning programs. Vice Chancellor Prof. C. Muthamizhchelvan applauded the graduates, who balanced personal and professional commitments with their studies, embodying the future of education.
(2025-11-17). Ben Gvir calls for assassination of Palestinian leaders, arrest of Abbas, and denial of a Palestinian state. thecanary.co At the opening of his Otzma Yehudit faction meeting today, extremist National Security Minister, Itamar Ben-Gvir, called for the assassination of Palestinian Authority leaders in the West Bank. He also demanded that Netanyahu take action if the UN recognised a Palestinian state. Ben Gvir calls for 'targeted eliminations of senior Authority figures' In his speech, […] | By
(2025-11-17). KSE-100 slips 248 points as late selling wipes out early gains. tribune.com.pk 
(2025-11-17). Lesufi praises improvements ahead of G20 Summit. sanews.gov.za Lesufi praises improvements ahead of G20 Summit | With the international spotlight on South Africa, final preparations are underway for the Group of 20 (G20) Leaders' Summit, as tourism surges and accommodation and flights reach near-full capacity. | Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi expressed pride in the wide-ranging improvements made by provincial and municipal teams ahead of the summit. | "What they've done for the preparations, especially infrastructure, water, electricity and the beautification of the entire province, we requested departments to use their current budgets. So, there was no new money that was a…
(2025-11-17). Saudi crown prince departs for US. newarab.com 
The visit marks the de-facto leader's first visit to Washington since the 2018 murder of Washington Post columnist
(2025-11-17). Samoan PM bans nation's only newspaper from government access. asiapacificreport.nz By Renate Rivers of PMN News Samoa's Prime Minister La'aulialemalietoa Leuatea Polataivao Schmidt has banned the country's only daily newspaper, the Samoa Observer, from all ministerial press conferences. The move has raised serious concerns among industry stakeholders about media freedom as he faces growing political and legal pressure. La'aulialemalietoa announced the ban on Monday at…
(2025-11-17). Marilyn Garson: How shall we speak now since the Gaza 'ceasefire'? asiapacificreport.nz COMMENTARY: By Marilyn Garson How shall we speak and act now? For six years, Alternative Jewish Voices has spoken in an aspirational voice. This is intentional. Research shows, the voice that mobilises new political engagement is a voice of moral clarity which invites others to join the work of making a better world. We ground…
(2025-11-17). Home Affairs to launch Travel Ready campaign. sanews.gov.za Home Affairs to launch Travel Ready campaign | The Minister of Home Affairs, Dr Leon Schreiber, is set to launch the Travel Ready 2025 Campaign at the brand new Baywest Mall at the Home Affairs office in Gqeberha, in the Eastern Cape, today. ⚪ "The Travel Ready 2025 Campaign aims to prepare citizens for the upcoming festive season travel period by encouraging South Africans to ensure that their essential travel documents are up to date," said the Department of Home Affairs ahead of Monday's event. ⚪ The campaign forms part of the department's commitment to delivering dignity for all, by providing efficient, ac…
(2025-11-17). How to 'Engineer' Your Dreams and End Nightmares. whyy.org How do our dreams connect to health, and how could "dream engineering" help people get over nightmares? Researcher Michelle Carr writes about that in her new book "Nightmare Obscura: A Dream Engineer's Guide Through the Sleeping Mind." We talk with Carr about why we dream, the benefits of lucid dreaming, and what she's learning about our ability to "engineer" our dreams.
(2025-11-17). Iran to respond to any new IAEA resolution. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Nov. 17 (MNA) — Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister for Legal and International Affairs, Kazem Gharibabadi, says that Iran will respond to any new resolution adopted against it at the IAEA Board of Governors session.
(2025-11-17). Google on Christmas Island: Data Centres and Imminent Militarisation. counterpunch.org 
Google has become something of a fixture in digital infrastructure in the Pacific. In late 2023, Canberra announced a joint project with the US, Google and Vocus, an Australian digital infrastructure firm, to deliver the A$80 million South Pacific Connect initiative. The object: to link Fiji and French Polynesia to Australia and North America, with the hopeful placement of
(2025-11-17). UK enforces new law to tackle AI child abuse images. ummid.com United Kingdom (UK) has introduced a new law to combat rising abuse of children using their AI generated images.
(2025-11-17). The White House Welcomes a 'Former' Terrorist? scheerpost.com In one of the scariest moments in modern history, we're doing our best at ScheerPost to pierce the fog of lies that conceal it but we need some help to pay our writers and staff. Please consider a tax-deductible | By Glenn Greenwald / ⚪ Please share this story and help us grow our network!: ⚪ Editor's Note: At a moment when…
(2025-11-17). Trump signals willingness to meet NYC mayor-elect Mamdani. newarab.com 
Trump has for months slammed Mamdani, falsely labelling him as a "communist" and predicting the ruin of his hometown, New York, if the democratic socialist was elected.
(2025-11-17). China's Cooperation With Cuba in Energy Sector Remains Strong And Steady. orinocotribune.com The First Secretary of the Party Central Committee and President of the Republic, Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, attended the inauguration of the seventh photovoltaic solar park of the 120 MW project donated by the Chinese Party, Government, and people. | Guanajay, Artemisa — "China's cooperation with Cuba in the energy sector remains strong and steady, from ongoing projects, such as equipment and spare parts for distributed generation, the 5,000 photovoltaic systems for isolated homes, and the installation of other solar photovoltaic parks (PSFV) with a total capacity of 85 MW, to the next project to install…
(2025-11-17). UK's sweeping asylum law changes: How will they impact refugees? aljazeera.com Britain to announce proposals on asylum with refugees facing longer waits and possible return to their countries.
(2025-11-17). RIAC at the International Conference "Shanghai Spirit and the Power of Youth Action" russiancouncil.ru On November 14—15, 2025, the International "Shanghai Spirit and the Power of Youth Action" Conference was held in Xi'an…
(2025-11-17). Gabriele Pedullà : Timpanaro's Materials. newleftreview.org Gabriele Pedullà on Tom Geue, Major Corrections. Intellectual biography of Sebastiano Timpanaro, who brought the tools of philology to bear in a keen-sighted historical materialism.
(2025-11-17). Football Fans March In Support As Palestine Plays First European Match. popularresistance.org Thousands marched in support of Palestine in the Spanish city of Bilbao as Palestinian footballers played their first European match against the Basque Country team. | The Basque Country team beat the Palestine team 3-0 in the friendly match, which was marked by shows of solidarity between both teams. Palestinians and the Basque have long shared political sympathies, with both involved in nationalist struggles for independence. | The two teams celebrated side by side, arms around each other, on the San Mames pitch in front of more than 50,000 spectators.
(2025-11-17). Across Europe counterterrorism laws are being weaponised to protect Israel and silence dissent. thecanary.co According to a new report from the European Legal Support Centre (ELSC), governments across Europe are turning solidarity into a threat. What began as counterterrorism legislation has evolved into continent-wide repression targeting anyone who stands with Palestine. The report reveals how states deploy vague and racialised counterterror laws to silence dissent and protect their complicity […] | By
(2025-11-17). Entrepreneurship Week kicks off in Belarus. eng.belta.by The focus of the first day is young people. The 2nd National Youth Analytical Forum will be held at the National Children's Technopark and will be co-located with a ceremony to honor the winners of the Support of Youth Initiative' competition.
(2025-11-17). Israel not dare to wage war as Iran missile power stands high. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Nov. 17 (MNA) — Highlighting Iran's missile power and the level of preparedness, Spokesperson of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) asserted that the enemy is not ready for a new war with the Islamic Republic of Iran.
(2025-11-17). WHYY Newscast for Monday 2:00 p.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2025-11-17). Voters are 'Really Disappointed' in Keir Starmer's Government, Says Leader of Britain's Biggest Union. bylinetimes.com The leader of Britain's largest trade union says she can understand why voters are turning away from Labour — because the cost of living has either "stagnated or it's got worse" since the party came to power. | Christina McAnea, who is running again to be leader of Unison, representing 1.3 million largely public-sector workers, told Byline Times: "People are really disappointed about what's happened since Labour came in, because there was a high expectation that they would come in and somehow life would get better. But if you look at what's happening to the cost of living, it's pretty much stagnated, or…
(2025-11-17). Germany lifts curbs on arms exports to Israel, citing Gaza ceasefire. aljazeera.com Berlin says Gaza has now 'stabilised' despite daily Israeli attacks and continuing restrictions on humanitarian aid.
(2025-11-17). FCC issues first cause list. tribune.com.pk 
The newly established Federal Constitutional Court (FCC) has issued its first cause list, formally kicking off the judicial proceedings under the newly-created apex judicial forum. | Three benches of the FCC will begin hearing cases this week. Chief Justice FCC Justice Aminuddin Khan is set to start hearing cases from Monday (today), while Justice Hasan Azhar Rizvi will also commence proceedings. | A separate two-member bench comprising Justice Aamer Farooq and Justice KK Agha will likewise begin hearing cases from today. It is worth noting that on Friday, CJ Aminuddin Khan issued his first major administrativ…
(2025-11-17). Iran struggles with harshest drought in over half a century. newarab.com 
At 4: 30 a.m., Ali checks his kitchen tap before getting ready for work—a ritual he never needed until this year. The water pressure is so low it barely trickles, not enough to wash his face properly. | "My job is physical and difficult," says the 51-year-old janitor who works for a company in north Tehran. "I used to wake up early to shower, so I wouldn't have an unpleasant odour. But these days, that's practically impossible. Often, during the hours I'm home, the water is either cut off or the pressure is too low to take a shower." | Ali takes public transport to work. "On days I go without showering, I ca…
(2025-11-17). Historic cross-boundary marathon course marks a milestone for National Games. ecns.cn Zhang, the women's marathon gold medalist, said the competition provided athletes from the Chinese mainland, Hong Kong and Macao with the opportunity to come together.
(2025-11-17). '60 Miles East:' A New Exhibit Celebrates The Era When Local Punk, Hardcore, and Ska Bands Ruled Riverside. lataco.com "It was a real magical time in the late '80s, early '90s, where he had all these different types of bands and they all supported each other and there was actual venues to go to," says Zach Cordner, co-publisher at The Riversider Magazine.
(2025-11-17). Zelenskyy's inner circle rocked by massive corruption scandal. strategic-culture.su By Joakim SCHEFFER | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | Volodymyr Zelenskyy's nearly six years as President of Ukraine have not been f…
(2025-11-17). Iran's missile power cannot be contained: IRGC general. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Nov. 16 (MNA) — The commander of Tehran's IRGC force said Iran's missile capability is "uncontainable," noting that enemies miscalculated during the 12‚Äëday war.
(2025-11-17). Witness in major corruption probe of largest labor union dies by suicide. haaretz.com The contractor, who was not a suspect, had overseen work at the home of Histadrut chairman Arnon Bar-David and his wife, central figures in a sweeping corruption probe. Police raided the labor union's headquarters two weeks ago, arresting dozens of suspects…
(2025-11-17). Sunday Taquitos The Real Criminals. lataco.com Haters will say this one's too on the nose: Sunday Taquitos! Art by Ivan Ehlers.
(2025-11-17). Insights | Culture and education have no borders: Italian scholar. ecns.cn Federico Masini, Italian director of the Confucius Institute at Sapienza University of Rome, said in an exclusive interview with China News Service on Friday in Beijing that culture and education have no borders and youth exchanges should continue.
(2025-11-17). Trump Says US 'May Be Having Discussions' With Venezuela's Maduro. news.antiwar.com President Trump said on Sunday that the US "may be having discussions" with Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, suggesting his administration has not entirely cut off diplomacy with Caracas as previous reports have said. Trump made the comments when asked about Secretary of State Marco Rubio's announcement that the State Department would be designating the so-called …
(2025-11-17). Lukashenko: Belarus will discuss new NPP project with Russia. eng.belta.by The head of state noted that the construction of a new nuclear power | plant had been discussed with the Russian partner Rosatom state | corporation.
(2025-11-17). Poland reopens border checkpoints with Belarus. eng.belta.by Poland has resumed operations at border checkpoints with Belarus.
(2025-11-17). Belarus' grain harvest near 10.9m tonnes. eng.belta.by "As of 17 November, some 10,853,000 tonnes of grain, including rapeseed | and corn, were cropped in Belarus," the press service said.
(2025-11-17). Trump's Proposed Missile Defense System Is a Weapon of Mass Insecurity. truthout.org Kathryn Bigelow's new nuclear thriller, A House of Dynamite, has been criticized by some experts for being unrealistic, most notably because it portrays an unlikely scenario in which an adversary chooses to attack the United States with just a single nuclear-armed missile. Such a move would, of course, leave the vast American nuclear arsenal largely intact and so invite a devastating response that… |
(2025-11-17). Trump says he will approve sale of F-35 fighter jet to Saudi Arabia. aljazeera.com US president signals major arms deal ahead of Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's visit to the White House.
(2025-11-17). Iran's exports to Africa double in H1. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Iran's exports to Africa doubled in the first half of the current Iranian calendar year (August 23-September 22) compared with the same period last year, the acting head of the Africa office at the Trade Promotion Organization (TPO) said.
(2025-11-17). Ethiopia confirms three Marburg deaths as outbreak sparks regional alarm. aljazeera.com Health authorities isolate more than 100 contacts as deadly hemorrhagic virus detected near South Sudan border.
(2025-11-17). Bihar's New Government Set to Take Oath Amidst Grand Ceremony. devdiscourse.com The much-anticipated swearing-in ceremony for Bihar's new government is slated for November 20, according to official sources. The event, set to occur in Patna, will be graced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other significant figures within the NDA, including union ministers.
(2025-11-17). For NYT, Trump's Gulf Corruption Is the New Normal. fair.org 
"Jimmy Carter" (Onion, If any Onion opinion piece fully captures the corruption and venality of Donald Trump's administrations, it's one "authored" by former President Jimmy Carter (
(2025-11-17). Restoring dignity with scissors and heart: Richard Cornish brings free salon care to patients and families in crisis. whyy.org The Philadelphia hairstylist founded Restore Salon Services to offer no-cost haircuts in hospitals and health centers— creating moments of normalcy when families need it most.
(2025-11-17). What Is Really Happening in Venezuela? US Attacks and Economic Situation Explained. orinocotribune.com 
An analysis of Donald Trump's attacks on Venezuela, the economic impact of US sanctions, and the similarities and differences with the successful Western regime-change war on Syria. | A QUESTION: Ben, you have traveled around Latin America extensively, including in Venezuela. I would like to hear your comments on Maduro. Is his…
(2025-11-17). Belarus ready to offer goods, services to Russia's Rostov Oblast on excellent terms. eng.belta.by "We are ready to go there and offer terms that are better than those foreigners offer. It is up to you. We have made the decision and we will act in this direction," the Belarusian leader said.
(2025-11-17). Turkey seeks to host next COP. tribune.com.pk 
Turkey wants to host next year's UN climate change talks and is prepared to do so independently if consensus on co-presidency cannot be reached, a Turkish diplomatic source told AFP Sunday. | Australia and Turkey are locked in a stalemate over who should host the 31st United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP31) in 2026. | The host is selected by consensus, so unless Australia or Turkey withdraws its bid or the countries somehow agree to share the duty, both will miss out. | If no consensus is reached, the summit would revert to Bonn, the western German city that hosts the UN's climate secretariat. | The T…
(2025-11-17). A look at how environmental crimes are prosecuted in the Dominican Republic. globalvoices.org 
As at September 2025, 118 cases have been brought to justice for environmental violationsGlobal VoicesGreen Line app operators on duty, taking calls about environmental crimes in the Dominican Republic.
(2025-11-17). The many follies of Trump's Golden Dome. asiatimes.com 
Star Wars is back in vogue with President Donald Trump's executive order to establish the "Golden Dome" missile defense system, a shield that will feature an ambitious space-based boost-phase interceptor program in addition to terrestrial systems. While admittedly the holy grail of defense against ballistic missiles, the obstacles that plagued its discontinued predecessor, "Brilliant Pebble", …
(2025-11-17). Israeli Strike on Southern Lebanon Village Kills School Principal. news.antiwar.com An Israeli drone strike attacked and destroyed a car in the southern Lebanese village of al-Mansouri, which is in the Tyre District. One person was killed in the attack, Mohammad Shuweikh, who according to the locals was the principal of the Mansouri Public School. The IDF, of course, insisting the public school principal was actually …
(2025-11-17). ABC News advances its alliance with Murdoch's Sky News. independentaustralia.net 
(2025-11-17). You Will Never Send Money Digitally Without a Private Company — If the GOP Gets Its Way. theintercept.com 
Americans who want to transfer money online have options. They can go with services like Venmo and PayPal, make transfers from their personal bank, or do a transaction with stablecoins issued by cryptocurrency companies. | All those options have something in common that may not always occur to consumers: The transfers are offered by exclusively by private companies. That means users' accounts aren't stuffed with physical dollars, but rather with promises made by private companies to make the recipient whole. | Unlike with cash money, the system creates a middleman for every dollar spent — and an opportun…
(2025-11-17). Chile's Elections: Preliminary Results Place Jeanette Jara and José Kast in a Ballotage. orinocotribune.com Preliminary results from the vote count in Chile's presidential and legislative elections, held Sunday, point to the possibility of a second round between candidates Jeanette Jara (Unity for Chile) and José Antonio Kast (Christian Democracy), which will take place on December 14 if neither candidate exceeds 50% of the total votes. | With a total of 11,198 polling stations counted, out of a total of 40,898 polling stations installed within the country and abroad, corresponding to 27.38% of all votes polling stations, Jara, the leftist candidate, leads the vote with a minimal margin over the far-right's Antonio Kas…
(2025-11-17). Trump Adds EU Antifa Groups, Drug Cartels To Terror List. popularresistance.org The US government is "pursuing an unprecedented expansion" of its list of foreign terrorist organizations by adding left-wing groups in Europe and drug cartels in Latin America, The Washington Post reported on 16 November, just days after removing a former Al-Qaeda leader and hosting him at the White House. | Led by neoconservative Zionist Jews, the US government launched the so-called "War on Terror" following the 11 September 2001 attacks on the World Trade Center and Pentagon. | After blaming Islamic extremists from Al-Qaeda for the attacks, US lawmakers passed the Authorization for the Use of Military Force (…
(2025-11-17). At least 18 dead in Indonesia as heavy rains spark landslides in Central Java. tribune.com.pk 
Rain-triggered landslides in two regions of Indonesia's Central Java province last week have killed at least 18 people, authorities said on Monday, with search operations still underway. | A landslide in the city of Cilacap buried a dozen houses in Cibeunying village, the disaster mitigation agency said. Search and rescue efforts have been difficult as victims were buried 3 to 8 metres (10 to 25 feet) deep. | The Cilacap landslide has killed at least 16 people, with seven still missing, said M. Abdullah, chief of the local search and rescue division. Excavators were deployed to dig through debris, footage from…
(2025-11-17). Ecuador's Trump-Allied President Loses Bid to Allow Return of US Military Bases. truthout.org Ecuador's voters on Sunday delivered a major blow to right-wing President Daniel Noboa by decisively rejecting the proposed return of foreign military bases to the South American country's soil — including installations run by the United States. Around two-thirds of voters opposed the measure with most ballots tallied, a result that was widely seen as a surprise. Voters also rejected a… |
(2025-11-17). Imperialism's essence, new mechanisms of domination and reclaiming Lenin's method of analysis: An interview with Blanca Missé (Part I). links.org.au 
Blanca Missé argues for reclaiming Lenin's method for analysing imperialism and suggests updates, particularly on understanding China and Russia's global status.
(2025-11-17). US Escalates Caribbean Destabilization With 20th Strike. popularresistance.org The US Southern Command (SOUTHCOM) announced a new "lethal kinetic strike" against a small boat in the Caribbean, the 20th of its kind to date. Although the announcement was made on Friday, November 14, it reportedly occurred on November 10, four days earlier. These "strikes" have been labeled as extrajudicial execution by the United Nations, | "At the direction of Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, Joint Task Force Southern Spear conducted a lethal kinetic strike on a vessel operated by a Designated Terrorist Organization," reads the statement accompanying the video of the strike that the SOUTHCOM posted on social m…
(2025-11-17). Iran telecommunications minister travels to Azerbaijan. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Nov. 17 (MNA) — Iran's Minister of Information and Communications Technology, Seyyed Sattar Hashemi, has traveled to Baku to attend the 2025 World Telecommunication Development Conference (WTDC-25).
(2025-11-17). En Ecuador se impone el "No" en referéndum convocado por Noboa. cubadebate.cu Los primeros resultados de la consulta popular y referéndum en Ecuador, celebrados este domingo, otorgan una ventaja clara a la opción "No" en las cuatro preguntas clave impulsadas por el Gobierno del presidente Daniel Noboa. Según datos del Consejo Nacional Electoral, con más del 58% de las actas escrutadas, el "No" supera el 52% de los votos.
(2025-11-17). Holguín retoma el timón en serie beisbolera cubana. cubadebate.cu Los Cachorros holguineros volvieron este domingo a mandar en la 64 Serie Nacional de Béisbol tras vencer 5-3 a los Cocodrilos de Matanzas en el estadio Calixto García, en un partido de altas tensiones.Después de tres resbalones seguidos, la manada salió con hambre de victoria y acabó mordiendo fuerte.
(2025-11-17). Raúl y la labor político-ideológica. cubadebate.cu Una medida decisiva de la eficacia de nuestra labor ideológica consistirá, en que las jóvenes generaciones se encuentren preparadas para asumir sus responsabilidades y responderse a sí mismas, en forma consecuente: øquiénes somos?, øde dónde procedemos?, øde quién somos deudores?, øde qué herencia tenemos que hacernos dignos?, øcuál debe ser nuestro aporte?. Sean estas preguntas de Raúl, y nuestras respuestas, cargadas de tradición y convicciones, la guía que tengamos en el camino del combate ideológico los comunistas cubanos para los próximos 100 años.
(2025-11-17). Alemania cancela polémica subasta de objetos del Holocausto. cubadebate.cu La subasta de artefactos del Holocausto en Alemania fue cancelada tras denuncias de que resultaba ofensiva. El ministro de Relaciones Exteriores de Polonia anunció la suspensión, basándose en la información transmitida por su homólogo alemán, luego de las quejas presentadas por sobrevivientes de la tragedia.
(2025-11-17). Jurists from 35 countries gathered in Caracas to condemn US attacks. peoplesdispatch.org Venezuela's National Assembly hosted, this Thursday, November 13 and Friday, November 14, the first Meeting of Jurists in Defense of International Law. The initiative, which included more than one hundred jurists from 35 countries, takes place amid international questions about the jurisprudence of pressure exerted by Washington against Nicolás Maduro's government — both through bombings of vessels and the movement of aircraft carriers near the Venezuelan coast. | Maduro appeared on the second day of the event. The head of state was given a list with 10 proposals drafted by jurists as attempts to halt Washi…
(2025-11-17). Se lamenta el fallecimiento de dos ciudadanos debido a un derrumbe en La Habana Vieja. cubadebate.cu Desde horas de la madrugada de este 16 de noviembre, fuerzas conjuntas de rescate y salvamento, la Policía Nacional Revolucionaria y el Ministerio de Salud Pública, laboran en un derrumbe ocurrido en la calle Compostela # 568 / Muralla y Sol en el consejo popular Belén en el municipio de La Habana Vieja.
(2025-11-17). Nov 12 2025, @ FBI Complex David Schraeger Joins the Call to Protect NJ from NSPM7 Harms. fightbackbetter.com Dave Schraeger is a founding member and currently President of Resistencia en Acción NJ, formerly Unidad Latina en Acción NJ. He…
(2025-11-17). Queens Tenants Fight for Dignified Housing and against the War Economy. counterpunch.org 
On 8 November, 2025, dozens of tenants gathered in front of La Mesa Verde housing complex in Jackson Heights, Queens. In La Mesa Verde alone, 859 violations have been filed against the owner, A&E Real Estate — one of New York City's largest landlords. Across Queens, Brooklyn, and Manhattan, there are 131 active lawsuits against the company. At La Mesa Verde, nearly 100 households have joined a lawsuit against A&E.