(2025-12-24). Blackouts, missing files stir controversy as DOJ releases Epstein documents. ecns.cn The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has begun releasing documents related to the investigation of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, but the move, intended to promote transparency, has instead fueled controversy over heavy redactions, missing materials, and political sensitivities.
(2025-12-24). China urges US to halt escalatory actions against Venezuela. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 24 (MNA) — China has urged the United States to heed the call of the international community and cease its escalatory actions toward Venezuela, Chinese Deputy Ambassador to the UN Sun Lei said on Tuesday.
(2025-12-24). Russia and China slam US threats toward Venezuela at UN. newarab.com 
thecanary.co (2025-12-24). Tents and temporary shelters banned: Israel turns winter into a tool of mass murder in GazaThe Euro-Mediterranean Human Rights Observatory has warned of serious humanitarian repercussions with the onset of winter in the Gaza Strip, asserting that Israel is turning harsh weather conditions into an additional tool for killing civilians by continuing to prevent the entry of temporary housing and basic shelter materials.
(2025-12-24). US tells UN it will deprive Venezuela's Maduro, drug cartel of resources. geo.tv 
United States Ambassador to the United Nations Mike Waltz speaks during a Security Council meeting to discuss 'ongoing US aggression' against Venezuela, at UN headquarters in New York City, US, December 23, 2025. — ReutersUS tells UN it will cut Maduro, drug cartel off from…
(2025-12-24). Nobel Foundation sued over Peace Prize to Venezuela's Opposition Leader. ummid.com WikiLeaks Founder Julian Assange has filed a criminal complaint against the Nobel Foundation for awarding the 2025 Peace Prize to Venezuela's Opposition Leader Maria Corina Machado.
(2025-12-24). Cuba reitera llamado internacional a detener escalada de EEUU contra Venezuela. radiohc.cu 
Cuba denunció, este martes, ante el Consejo de Seguridad de la Organización de las Naciones Unidas (ONU) la doble moral de EE.UU., al calificar al Gobierno de Venezuela como organización terrorista extranjera. | El representante permanente de la mayor isla de las Antillas ante la ONU, Ernesto Soberón Guzmán enfatizó en el foro: øQué moral tiene el Gobierno de EE.UU. para estas designaciones, cuando protege y financia a organizaciones terroristas en su territorio, se niega a colaborar con países vecinos como Cuba en materia de terrorismos y habla abiertamente de acciones encubiertas y sabotaje de la CIA con…
(2025-12-24). Ningún país respalda el uso de la fuerza de EEUU contra Venezuela, afirma canciller. radiohc.cu 
El ministro de Relaciones Exteriores Yván Gil aseguró que la sesión del Consejo de Seguridad de Naciones Unidas, celebrada este martes en Nueva York, dejó en evidencia que ningún país respaldó el uso ni la amenaza del uso de la fuerza contra Venezuela. | Denunció que la postura de Washington responde a una ´lógica colonial ª y celebró la intervención del embajador Samuel Moncada. | Tras la reunión, el canciller venezolano afirmó en un comunicado difundido por Telegram que Venezuela obtuvo una ´gran victoria ª diplomática, y acotó: El debate demostró que ningún país del mundo, ni siquiera los…
(2025-12-24). ONU: México llama a preservar la paz ante amenaza de EEUU a Venezuela. radiohc.cu México afirmó este martes, en Nueva York, que el despliegue militar en el Caribe pone en riesgo la estabilidad regional y llamó a una solución pacífica, sostenible y conforme al derecho internacional ante la amenaza de Estados Unidos a Venezuela. | El embajador de esta nación latinoamericana en el Consejo de Seguridad de las Naciones Unidas, Héctor Vasconcelos señaló: La reciente escalada de tensiones y el despliegue de fuerzas militares en el sur del mar Caribe, representan actos que ponen en riesgo la estabilidad regional". | Durante una sesión de emergencia sobre la situación en Venezuela, el diplomático consid…
(2025-12-24). Video: Tun Dr. Mahathir. "The Criminalisation of War" globalresearch.ca The Kuala Lumpur Initiative to Criminalize War under the helm of Tun Dr. Mahathir, was adopted twenty years ago in December 2005 | It was a consensus statement on the need to end all wars of aggression as a means …
(2025-12-24). Southbound Travel for Guangdong Vehicles scheme implemented for entry into urban Hong Kong. ecns.cn A policy allowing private cars registered in south China's Guangdong Province to enter urban Hong Kong went effect Tuesday, a milestone that advances cross-border connectivity in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA).
(2025-12-24). Trump's Plan to Reshape The World. ummid.com C5 (Core Five) and Pax Silica – US President Donald Trump is looking to present a new global alliance.
(2025-12-24). Language, Bias, and Violence: Why We Must Name Terrorism Fairly. ummid.com Defending Islam requires more than citing scripture. It demands consistent, visible rejection of violence from within Muslim communities, while the global community must judge acts of terror by what they are—not by who commits them.
(2025-12-24). CAT 2025 Result: Link, Steps to Check. ummid.com The Indian Institutes of Management (IIM) Kozhikode is releasing the result of CAT 2025 (Common Admission Test 2025) along with the Toppers List on its website iimcat.ac.in.
(2025-12-24). Inside The Prophet's Mosque Library. ummid.com The Prophet's Mosque Library stands as one of Saudi Arabia's most prestigious scholarly monuments, reflecting centuries of Islamic and Arabic linguistic history.
(2025-12-24). Tragedy Strikes: Fatal Jet Crash Claims Libyan Army Chief's Life. devdiscourse.com A private jet crash in Turkey claimed the lives of Libya's army chief and seven others, as authorities report the aircraft experienced an electrical malfunction prior to the disaster.
(2025-12-24). Transport sector on track to fulfill goals, forge ahead. ecns.cn With more than 3.6 trillion yuan ($512.2 billion) in transport investment and the addition of over 2,000 kilometers of high-speed rail and about 8,000 km of expressways expected in 2025, China's transport sector delivered steady growth and stronger services, officials from the Ministry of Transport said at a news conference in Beijing on Tuesday.
(2025-12-24). Nanjing Museum's handling of donated art, relics being probed. ecns.cn The National Cultural Heritage Administration and the Jiangsu provincial government launched investigations on Tuesday related to the management and handling of donated cultural relics at the Nanjing Museum, as well as other concerns about the safety of the museum's collection.
(2025-12-24). Jamiat hails passing of Karnataka Hate Speech Bill. ummid.com Jamiat Ulema i Hind, one of the largest representative bodies of Indian Muslims, has hailed the passing of Karnataka Hate Speech Bill.
(2025-12-24). Telangana: Applications open for Overseas Scholarships for Minorities. ummid.com The Department of Minorities Welfare in Telangana has invited application from the eligible candidates for Chief Minister's Overseas Scholarship Scheme for students from the minority communities.
(2025-12-24). Tragic Tale of a Murder Over Cousin's Affair. devdiscourse.com A harrowing incident unfolded in outer north Delhi as an 18-year-old teenager, Ankit, was allegedly drugged and murdered by two individuals, following a dispute over his relationship with one of the accused's cousins. The victim's body was discovered in the Munak Canal, sparking a police investigation.
(2025-12-24). Tunisia ease past Uganda to win Cup of Nations opener. newarab.com 
Elias Achouri's double helped Tunisia ease to a 3-1 win over Uganda in their opening game at the Ellyes Skhiri headed in an early opener and FC Copenhagen winger Achouri then scored twice either side of half-time in a game played in relentless rain in Rabat. Denis Omedi netted a late consolation for Uganda. | The result leaves Tunisia on top of Group C after the opening round of matches, above Nigeria on goal difference following a 2-1 victory for the Super Eagles against Tanzania earlier in Fes. | "It was a good performan…
(2025-12-24). Elon Musk calls Chinese humanoid robots concert performance 'impressive'. ecns.cn Chinese humanoid robots drew widespread attention after six machines developed by Unitree Robotics performed as backup dancers at a concert by pop star Wang Leehom in Chengdu, executing high-difficulty flips.
(2025-12-24). US moves additional forces to Caribbean: Media. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 24 (MNA) — The United States moved additional troops and special operations aircraft to the Caribbean this week, according to media reports.
(2025-12-24). Libyan military chief, senior defence officials killed as private jet crashes after takeoff near Ankara; explosion caught on camera. ptcnews.tv PTC Web Desk: A private aircraft carrying Libya's top military commander and senior defence officials crashed shortly after departing from Turkey's capital, Ankara, on Tuesday night, killing all those on board, officials from both countries confirmed.The jet was returning to Libya after a high-level defence visit when it went down in central Turkey. Initial findings suggest a technical failure may have caused the accident.Victims include Libya's top military commanderLibyan Prime Minister Abdul-Hamid Dbeibah confirmed the death of General Muhammad Ali Ahmad al-Haddad, describing the incident as a "tragic acciden…
(2025-12-24). Discovered: Exoplanet with two tails. ummid.com In a first, a team of researchers in Canada and Switzerland has discovered an exoplanet, which has not one, but two tails.
(2025-12-24). Trump administration revamps H-1B visa system, favouring high-paid skilled workers. ptcnews.tv PTC Web Desk: The US government under President Donald Trump has announced a major overhaul of the H-1B work visa programme, replacing the decades-old lottery system with a weighted selection process that prioritises higher-paid and more specialised foreign workers.The change is expected to significantly reduce opportunities for entry-level professionals, including thousands of applicants from India, who have traditionally relied on the H-1B route to begin their careers in the United States.New rule to take effect in 2026According to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), the revised system will come into fo…
(2025-12-24). Smart glasses sector set for rapid growth. ecns.cn Artificial intelligence-powered glasses will experience rapid growth next year as the fast-evolving smart wearable devices become a key gateway for next-generation human-machine interaction and inject new vitality into the global consumer electronics market, experts said.
(2025-12-24). Xi urges central SOEs to contribute more to Chinese modernization. ecns.cn 23 (Xinhua) ⚪ Chinese President Xi Jinping has called on the state-owned enterprises (SOEs) directly administered by the central government to better serve the overall work of the Party and the country and contribute more to Chinese modernization.
(2025-12-24). Iran condoles Libya over death of army Cmdr. in plane crash. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 24 (MNA) — Iran has offered condolences to Libya following the death of the Libyan army chief of staff in a plane crash near Ankara, Turkey.
(2025-12-24). Make Viral Reaction-Style Clips via Free AI Video Editor. ummid.com Reaction videos have gained massive popularity on social media such as Tik Tok and YouTube because of their ability to capture real-time reactions and feelings that viewers can associate with.
(2025-12-24). Project Khushi: Because behind every Khaki is a Human who deserves care. ummid.com Built around simple, healthy lifestyle changes, Project Khushi is a three-month structured evidence-based health and wellness initiative designed especially for Bengaluru City Police Personnel.
(2025-12-24). Foreign Ministry spokesperson: China urges Ukraine to immediately correct its mistakes. ecns.cn China urges Ukraine to immediately correct its mistakes, a Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson said in Beijing on Tuesday, noting that China will resolutely safeguard the legitimate rights and interests of Chinese enterprises and citizens.
(2025-12-24). Albanese must call a royal commission into Bondi terror and antisemitism. onlineopinion.com.au Antisemitism is a national issue. So our federal government needs to step up to the challenge, as this is too big a topic to be left to a NSW inquiry.
(2025-12-24). North Korea is Not Seeking War. Committed to Peace. globalresearch.ca First published in January 2018 | The false alarm on a ballistic missile attack on Hawaii last Saturday from North Korea did not help the Peace Talks which were essentially initiated by DPRK's President, Kim Jong-un. They spread enormous fear …
(2025-12-24). Lionel Messi's Tour and India's Sporting Ecosystem. ummid.com Lionel Messi's India Tour has exposed glaring gaps in event management, administrative preparedness, priorities in sports development, and even political optics.
(2025-12-24). Islam is the root cause as Islamism is a product of Islam. onlineopinion.com.au The Islamic community needs to own the Bondi massacre. While individual Muslims are not responsible, Islamism rises from Islam, and has been allowed to fester in the community.
(2025-12-24). Libya says its army chief dies in plane crash in Türkiye. geo.tv 
Türkiye's Chief of Staff Selcuk Bayraktaroglu meets his Libyan counterpart Mohammed Ali Ahmed Al-Haddad in Ankara, Turkey, December 23, 2025. — ReutersTurkish gendarmerie locates wreckage south of Kesikkavak village.Jet loses contact after emergency landing request near Ankara.Five…
(2025-12-24). Head of Tunisia's main union resigns ahead of planned strike>. newarab.com 
The head of Noureddine Tabboubi has since 2017 headed the UGTT union confederation, which has yet to formally accept his decision. | Two years earlier, the union won the Nobel Peace Prize along with three other Tunisian organisations for their role in the country's democratic transition. | Tabbo…
(2025-12-24). BJP-led Mahayuti sweeps Maharashtra local body elections. ummid.com The Mahayuti – the alliance of Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP), Shiv Sena (Eknath Shinde) and NCP (Ajit Pawar), has sweeped the 2025 Nagar Parishad (Municipal Council) and Nagar Panchayat (Municipal Panchayat) elections.
(2025-12-24). CLAT 2026 Result Out: Link, Steps to Check. ummid.com The Consortium of National Law Universities has declared the Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) 2026 UG and PG results on its official website consortiumofnlus.ac.in (clat.ac.in).
(2025-12-24). LSG Faces Challenges in Trust and Balance for IPL 2026. devdiscourse.com Former Indian all-rounder Irfan Pathan has criticized Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) captain Rishabh Pant for not trusting leg-spinner Ravi Bishnoi during the IPL 2025 season. Bishnoi, initially priced at Rs 2 crore, was snatched up by Rajasthan Royals for a staggering Rs 7.4 crore at the IPL 2026 auction.
(2025-12-24). China's new-style tea brands find a hot new market in US. ecns.cn After becoming established in the Southeast Asian market, Chinese new-style tea brands are now turning to dig gold in the United States, looking for new opportunities.
(2025-12-24). Lebanon searches for man linked to 1986 Israeli airman capture. newarab.com 
Lebanese authorities are investigating the recent disappearance of a retired security officer whose brother was allegedly involved in the 1986 capture of an Israeli air force navigator, a Lebanese judicial official told AFP on Tuesday. | Airman Ron Arad's plane went down over southern Lebanon during the country's 1975-1990 civil war, and he was believed to have been initially held by Shiite groups. | He is now presumed dead, though his remains were never returned. | The Lebanese judicial official said on condition of anonymity that authorities were looking into the disappearance a week ago of retired General S…
(2025-12-24). JD.com confirms France warehouse theft, refutes reports of 'heavy losses'. ecns.cn Chinese e-commerce platform JD.com has confirmed night that a theft had occurred at one of its warehouses in France, saying local police have launched an investigation and operations have since resumed normally.
(2025-12-24). China refutes U.S. claims of nuclear expansion. ecns.cn China on Tuesday rejected a U.S. assessment saying China has loaded more than 100 intercontinental ballistic missiles across its latest three silo fields and has no desire for arms control talks.
(2025-12-24). Morocco vs. Jordan 2025 FIFA Arab Cup Final Tonight. ummid.com The high stake 2025 FIFA Arab Cup Final Match between Morocco and Jordan is scheduled for today i.e. Thursday December 18, 2025 in Qatar.
(2025-12-24). BP's $6 Billion Castrol Sale: A Game Changer in Asset Strategy. devdiscourse.com BP is making significant strides in its divestment strategy by agreeing to sell a 65% stake in its Castrol lubricants business to U.S. investment firm Stonepeak for approximately $6 billion. This move is part of the British oil giant's $20 billion plan to cut debt and enhance shareholder returns.
newsweek.com (2025-12-23). Republicans Are Turning Against Israel, Polls Show
An illusion it is, for Israeli forces "are still committing genocide against Palestinians in Gaza by continuing to deliberately inflict conditions of life calculated to bring about their physical destruction," Amnesty International asserted in a report released last month.
counterpunch.org (2025-12-24). United Teachers of Los Angeles: No Endorsements for Congressional Genociders
the governing body of United Teachers of Los Angeles (UTLA), a union representing 35,000 California educators, passed a motion that the union should refrain from endorsing any candidate for public office, who as a member of the U.S. Congress voted to send weapons to Israel.
counterpunch.org (2025-12-24). United Teachers of Los Angeles: No Endorsements for Congressional Genociders the governing body of United Teachers of Los Angeles (UTLA), a union representing 35,000 California educators, passed a motion that the union should refrain from endorsing any candidate for public office, who as a member of the U.S. Congress voted to send weapons to Israel.
axios.com (2025-12-23). New Epstein files release includes Trump mentions. What they sayThe Justice Department released nearly 30,000 more pages of files related to sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, including many that reference President Trump… Trump has not been accused of wrongdoing.
newsweek.com (2025-12-23). Republicans Are Turning Against Israel, Polls Show An illusion it is, for Israeli forces "are still committing genocide against Palestinians in Gaza by continuing to deliberately inflict conditions of life calculated to bring about their physical destruction," Amnesty International asserted in a report released last month.
palestinechronicle.com (2025-12-23). Genocide by Other Means: Palestinian Babies Murdered by Exposure, Not Bombs
"Peace" made on the graves of frozen infants will stand as an indictment, not of the weather, but of humanity. This is not peace; this is a genocide by other means.
thecanary.co (2025-12-22). Far-right Nachala settlers storm into Gaza – with the aim of occupying it This Hanukkah, colonial Zionist settlers from the Nachala movement broke through the Gaza border, and raised the 'Israeli' occupation flags. They said the move was a symbolic first step towards establishing a settlement in Gaza.
middleeasteye.net (2025-12-22). Tucker Carlson named 'Antisemite of the Year' for opposing Israel's genocide in Gaza StopAntisemitism announced the designation on Sunday, accusing Carlson of hostility towards Israel after he used his podcast and media appearances to criticise the war and the political influence of pro-Israel lobbying groups in Washington.
english.palinfo.com (2025-12-22). Gaza: 1,500 children need medical treatment aboard head of the health ministry's information unit, said that the ministry had to suspend a large number of its operations due to a severe shortage of medicines and vital medical supplies.
(2025-12-24). How to Use Gold Loan Calculator to Plan Repayment Smartly? ummid.com A Gold Loan calculator is an online tool that estimates the loan amount you can obtain against your pledged gold based on its weight, purity, and the prevailing gold rate.
(2025-12-24). Morocco bests Jordan to lift 2025 FIFA Arab Cup. ummid.com Atlas Lions, Morocco, Thursday defeated Jordan to lift the 2025 FIFA Arab Cup.
(2025-12-24). Three killed in Moscow car explosion (+VIDEO). en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 24 (MNA) — Two traffic police officers and a third person have been killed in a car explosion in Moscow, Russia's Investigative Committee, which probes major crimes, said early on Wednesday.
(2025-12-24). China pledges to stabilize property market. ecns.cn China's top housing authority has pledged to stabilize the real-estate market, rolling out a package of measures centered on city-specific policies to reduce inventories and optimize housing supply.
(2025-12-24). AI's role broadening within society. ecns.cn Chinese consumers have shown great enthusiasm toward artificial intelligence technology as the swift spread of AI is reshaping both lifestyles and relationships, largely by removing barriers to accessing information, according to a report from global consultancy Accenture.
(2025-12-24). EU urged to adopt pragmatic approach. ecns.cn The European Union should approach China-EU trade ties with pragmatism, acknowledging their mutually beneficial foundations and managing frictions through dialogue rather than allowing them to escalate, said market watchers and business leaders on both sides.
(2025-12-24). NASA explorer solves Black Hole jets mystery. ummid.com A team of NASA astronomers using its IXPE (Imaging X-ray Polarimetry Explorer) has identified the origin of X-rays in a supermassive black hole's jet, answering a question that has been unresolved since the earliest days of X-ray astronomy.
(2025-12-24). Vande Mataram: BJP, Muslim League on Same Page. ummid.com When Jinnah had raised the issue in the 1930s, Nehru had stated in a forthright manner that the issue is being raised by communal elements. Same thing is happening now.
(2025-12-24). Delhi Fog: 13 dead as 7 buses, 3 cars collide on Yamuna Expressway. ummid.com In a tragic incident Tuesday Dec 16, as many as 13 people have been killed in multiple collisions – involving 7 buses and 3 cars, on Yamuna Expressway (Delhi-Agra Highway).
(2025-12-24). Tesla having a very bad year in the EU. ecns.cn Sales of cars made by Tesla, the company run by Elon Musk, have slumped nearly 40 percent in the European Union this year, data from the European Automobile Manufacturers' Association showed on Tuesday.
(2025-12-24). Resistance will not disarm: Hamas official. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 24 (MNA) — Hamas firmly rejects any attempts to disarm the resistance movement, warning against foreign interference in Palestinian affairs, while demanding stronger, more detailed guarantees for the second phase of the ceasefire.
(2025-12-24). A global warning manifesto on artificial intelligence. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 24 (MNA) — This text is not an anti-technology statement. This text is not an anti-science statement, nor an opposition to technological progress, nor an apocalyptic warning.
(2025-12-24). Farewell to a Literary Icon: Vinod Kumar Shukla's Legacy. devdiscourse.com Vinod Kumar Shukla, a distinguished Hindi writer and recipient of the prestigious Jnanpith Award, was honoured with a state farewell in Raipur. His contributions enriched Hindi literature with sensitivity and profound simplicity, leaving a lasting legacy.
(2025-12-24). Supriya Sule Speaks on NCP Alliance Talks Amidst Party Tensions. devdiscourse.com In a statement addressing the media, Supriya Sule, working president of the NCP (SP), clarified her stance on potential alliance talks with the Ajit Pawar-led NCP for upcoming Pune civic polls. Sule assured her party that no alliance would proceed until internal concerns were adequately addressed.
(2025-12-24). Iran will not bow to pressure or intimidation. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 24 (MNA) — Iranian Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the UN Amir Saeed Iravani has stressed that the Islamic Republic will not relinquish its right to uranium enrichment under the Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT).
(2025-12-24). JD Vance slams racist trolls after Usha targeted; 'Anyone who attacks my wife can eat s**t…'. hindustantimes.com U.S. Vice President JD Vance forcefully defends his wife Usha Vance after racial slurs and online attacks by far-right figures, condemning ethnic hatred and exposing deep fractures within America's conservative movement. Watch to know more!
(2025-12-24). The hidden crisis: How America fails to protect its children. nationofchange.org From child labor to trafficking—and even foster care, sports, and detention—institutions meant to protect children often cause the greatest harm.
(2025-12-24). TN SIR: 97.28 names removed, Chennai reports biggest deletion. ummid.com The Tamil Nadu State Election Commission Friday December 19, 2025 released the draft voters list after the completion of the Enumeration Phase of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR).
(2025-12-24). PM Modi's Foreign Visits: The Deeper Story. ummid.com PM Modi's travels have become a permanent feature of India's political theatre. Yet, to dismiss them as spectacle alone would be to miss the deeper story unfolding beneath the surface.
(2025-12-24). Libya mourns after army chief dies in plane crash in Turkey. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 23 (MNA) — Libya has declared three days of national mourning after the death of Mohammed Ali Ahmed al-Haddad and four top military officials in a plane crash near Ankara.
(2025-12-24). CBSE releases new PATTERN for 10th Board Exams 2026. ummid.com The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has released a new pattern for the 2026 Class 10 board exams specifically related to Science and Social Sciences subjects.
(2025-12-24). Harbin's celebrity snowman lights up winter night. ecns.cn The snowman's iconic red hat, red scarf, and heart-shaped buttons looks charming at night, making it a popular photo spot for visitors.
(2025-12-24). ISRO's LVM3-M6: India's Heaviest Rocket Successfully Launches Major Satellite. devdiscourse.com In a groundbreaking event for Indian space exploration, ISRO's heaviest rocket, LVM3-M6, triumphantly placed a substantial US communication satellite into orbit. The mission, described by ISRO's chief as a 'season's gift,' marks a critical milestone in global satellite connectivity efforts.
(2025-12-24). Thailand thanks China for role in easing border tensions with Cambodia. ecns.cn Thailand has expressed appreciation for China's role in helping ease tensions along the Thailand-Cambodia border, said Thai Foreign Ministry spokesperson Nikorndej Balankura.
(2025-12-24). Effective use of investment emphasized. ecns.cn China's efforts to scale up effective investment, with a particular focus on encouraging private sector participation and increasing investment in human capital, will play a key role in boosting domestic demand next year, officials and experts said.
(2025-12-24). Front pages of Iran's English dailies on December 24. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 24 (MNA) — Here are the front pages of Iran's English language dailies on Wednesday, December 24.
(2025-12-24). China's cross-regional passenger trips to exceed 66 bln in 2025. ecns.cn China's cross-regional passenger trips are expected to exceed 66 billion by the end of 2025, while commercial freight volume is projected to surpass 58 billion metric tons, both growing by around 3.5 percent year on year, Li Yang, vice minister of transport, made the remarks at a press conference on Tuesday.
(2025-12-24). Expert: Private enterprises key to implementing policies in technology innovation, industrial development. ecns.cn The recently concluded Central Economic Work Conference held in Beijing emphasized the need to promote deep integration of technological innovation with industrial innovation.
(2025-12-24). High five club of shopping in China. ecns.cn China's push to foster international consumption center cities — first introduced in the 14th Five-Year Plan (2021-25), piloted in the five Chinese cities of Shanghai, Beijing, Guangzhou, Tianjin, and Chongqing, and supported by targeted policies from the Ministry of Commerce — has enhanced the country's consumer environment globally.
(2025-12-24). China's shuttle diplomacy strives to reach ceasefire. ecns.cn The Foreign Ministry's Special Envoy for Asian Affairs Deng Xijun concluded his six-day shuttle visit to Cambodia and Thailand on Tuesday, reaffirming China's willingness to once again create conditions and provide a platform for dialogue and negotiations by the two neighbors.
(2025-12-24). China urges Dutch government to cancel administrative order against Nexperia. ecns.cn China has urged the Dutch government to immediately revoke its administrative order against semiconductor manufacturer Nexperia, an overseas subsidiary owned by Chinese company Wingtech Technology Co, according to the Ministry of Commerce.
(2025-12-24). Half of Zootopia 2 box office comes from China. ecns.cn As of Sunday, the animated hit Zootopia 2 had grossed more than $539 million at the Chinese box office, while its global box office total reached $1.276 billion, according to Box Office Mojo by IMDbPro.
(2025-12-24). New Skies Ahead: Emerging Airlines Set to Transform Indian Aviation Landscape. devdiscourse.com Two new airlines are set to soar high as Al Hind Air and FlyExpress receive their no objection certificates from the civil aviation ministry. These carriers, along with Shankh Air, aim to establish themselves in 2026, contributing to India's booming aviation sector.
(2025-12-24). Admitting Ukraine to NATO to lead to Russia-US confrontation. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 24 (MNA) — Russian President Vladimir Putin warned his US counterpart, George W. Bush, back in 2008 that Washington's intention to admit Ukraine to NATO would cause a long-term confrontation between Russia and the United States.
(2025-12-24). Court extends remand of Sheva assault suspect as police probe link to 2024 disappearance. haaretz.com According to the judge at the Rishon Letzion Magistrate's Court, police have evidence the suspect was in Safed on the day Haymanut Kasau disappeared. His defense attorney said: 'Let us not have a Zadorov case part two here. Back then it was a Russian, today it is an Ethiopian'…
(2025-12-24). Video: Syria: Washington Destroys Ten Thousand Years of History. globalresearch.ca Since May 20, 2025, thanks to our readers 38,000 have viewed this important video interview, with Maria Saadeh. | Dear Readers "Spread the Word" Worldwide | Damascus is the oldest city in the history of humanity. | America's "humanitarian wars" do not only …
(2025-12-24). Hainan making a name for itself with Belarusian tourists. ecns.cn China's tropical Hainan island has become a hit among Belarusian tourists according to one of the eastern European country's largest travel agencies.
(2025-12-24). Suspended Sentences Raise Questions in Custodial Death Case. devdiscourse.com The Punjab and Haryana High Court has temporarily suspended the life sentence of former Himachal Pradesh IGP Zahur Haider Zaidi, previously convicted for involvement in a 2017 custodial death case. This decision comes after the court identified a lack of motive and noted Zaidi's extended period of incarceration as critical factors.
(2025-12-24). The 2026 Arabic Booker longlist explained. newarab.com 
(2025-12-24). Over 25L registered for (CBSE) CTET 2026. ummid.com Over 25 lakh candidates from across India have registered for the Central Teaching Eligibility Test 2026 (CTET 2026), the CBSE said.
(2025-12-24). At least 5 people on board when plane crashed near Ankara. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 23 (MNA) — Five people were on board the Falcon 50 aircraft, contact with which was lost after takeoff from Ankara airport, Turkish Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya announced.
(2025-12-24). Odisha Extends PUC Certificate Renewal Deadline Amid Outcry. devdiscourse.com The Odisha government has announced a one-month extension for the renewal of Pollution Under Control (PUC) certificates for motor vehicles, offering a temporary reprieve to vehicle owners.
(2025-12-24). Rahmani 30 Entrance Exam 2026 Date Confirmed. ummid.com Rahmani Program of Excellence run under Rahmani Mission of Rahmani Foundation has confirmed the Rahmani 30 Entrance Exam 2026 date.
(2025-12-24). Meet Ousmane Dembele FIFA Player of Year 2025. ummid.com Ousmane Dembele, France Forward and Paris St-Germain (PSG), has won the Men's Player of the Year 2025 at the Fifa Best Awards.
(2025-12-24). Journalist John Kabamba missing after interviewing rebel in eastern DRC. instagram.com
(2025-12-24). Guatemalan journalist found dead after family reported death threats. CPJ Staff
(2025-12-24). Florida authorities drop charges against photojournalist following joint statement by CPJ, partners. CPJ Staff
(2025-12-24). CPJ, partners call for probe into attacks on Bangladesh news outlets. CPJ Staff
(2025-12-24). Jordanian journalist arrested on arrival, denied lawyer and family visits. CPJ Staff
(2025-12-24). CPJ calls on FCC commission to recommit to independence. CPJ Staff
(2025-12-24). 2 Peruvian journalists targeted by gunfire within a week. CPJ Staff
(2025-12-24). Trump con mayores dificultades para manipular la tasa de desempleo. cubadebate.cu Después de que la tasa de desempleo en Estados Unidos alcanzara un máximo en cuatro años de 4,6 % en noviembre, Trump argumentó que el mercado laboral está mucho mejor de lo que parece. Su razonamiento: millones de estadounidenses podrían conseguir trabajo de nuevo, pero eso no sucederá.
(2025-12-24). Agencia Prensa Latina selecciona mejores deportistas de Latinoamérica en 2025. radiohc.cu La agencia Prensa Latina seleccionó este martes a los mejores deportistas de Latinoamérica en 2025, tras recibir más de 110 votos de medios de comunicación de la región, Europa, Medio Oriente y Asia. | Cuba dominó, por segunda ocasión, las tres categorías en el tradicional sondeo, esta vez con protagonismo para la triplista Leyanis Pérez, el lanzador Liván Moinelo y el equipo juvenil de béisbol 5. | La reina del triple salto en la campaña fue la gran favorita en la consulta desde la apertura el 21 de noviembre y lideró con 73 sufragios un apartado en el que 17 mujeres merecieron al menos una nominación. | Campeón…
(2025-12-24). Santiago de Cuba conmemoró aniversario 67 del triunfo de la Revolución. radiohc.cu 
En el municipio de Palma Soriano se celebró este martes el acto provincial por el aniversario 67 del triunfo de la Revolución, dedicado al centenario del Comandante en Jefe Fidel Castro Ruz (1926-2016), líder histórico del proceso emancipador iniciado el primero de enero de 1959. | La conmemoración, caracterizada por la unidad y compromiso con los ideales revolucionarios, fue presidida por Beatriz Johnson Urrutia y Manuel Falcón Hernández, presidenta y vicepresidente del Consejo de Defensa Provincial de Santiago de Cuba, respectivamente. | En la ceremonia, la integrante del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de…
(2025-12-24). Denuncian golpe electoral en Honduras. cubadebate.cu El consejero del Consejo Nacional Electoral (CNE) de Honduras, Marlon Ochoa, denunció hoy la consumación del golpe electoral mediante una propuesta formal para declarar un presidente electo, alcaldías y diputados sin concluir el escrutinio especial ni procesar miles de actas.
(2025-12-24). Canciller agradece respaldo a Cuba de analista vietnamita Sony ThƒÉng. radiohc.cu El ministro de Relaciones Exteriores de Cuba, Bruno Rodríguez agradeció este martes al analista de Vietnam, Sony ThƒÉng, quien rebatió el criterio del Gobierno de Estados Unidos de que la isla es una nación de incompetentes. | En su cuenta en la red social X, el canciller señaló: | Gracias Tus argumentos ponen en evidencia la agenda fraudulenta del Secretario de Estado de
(2025-12-24). Cuba premia a sus mejores atletas en 2025. radiohc.cu Los mejores atletas cubanos de 2025 fueron premiados este martes en ceremonia encabezada por Inés María Chapman, viceprimera ministra de Cuba, y Osvaldo Vento, presidente del Instituto Nacional de Deportes, Educación Física y Recreación (INDER). | La triplista Leyanis Pérez y el boxeador Julio César La Cruz recibieron sus diplomas como los mejores exponentes convencionales de deportes individuales del 2025 en la mayor isla de las Antillas, resultados de una encuesta organizada por el INDER y periodistas especializados. | La campeona mundial al aire libre y bajo techo, y reina de la Liga del Diamante en los último…
(2025-12-23). New data reveals the astronomical cost of trips abroad during Gaza war. haaretz.com According to the data, the cost of using Israel's official aircraft for a single trip to Washington in February totaled $424,000, while during Netanyahu's visit to New York in September, his suite at the Loews Regency Hotel cost Israeli taxpayers $42,000 for seven nights…
(2025-12-23). Israeli defence minister vows military to remain in Gaza. tribune.com.pk 
Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz said on Tuesday that Israel's military would never fully withdraw from the Gaza Strip for security reasons and that a civilian-military army unit would be established in the Palestinian enclave. | Under a US-backed peace plan signed by both Israel and Hamas in October, the Israeli military is meant to gradually withdraw completely from the coastal enclave, and Israel would not re-establish civilian settlements there. | "We are located deep inside Gaza and we will never leave all of Gaza. There will never be such a thing. We are there to protect, to prevent what happened," K…
(2025-12-23). Gaza's third Christmas in the dark, but faith endures. thecanary.co Christmas is around the corner but for the people of Gaza there will be no lights for the third consecutive year. Amid intense suffering, displacement, and loss, the joy that prevailed before the war has been crushed. Churches, typically decorated during the festive season by Christian communities in Gaza, have become places where people grieve […] | By
(2025-12-23). The untold suffering of Gaza's premature birth crisis. thecanary.co Gaza-based paediatric consultant and doctor, Mohammed Abu Nada, has highlighted a terrifying rise in premature births over the past two weeks. He estimates that these now account for around 60 percent of all births. This is a concerning development for Gaza in the absence of ventilators and incubators. The lack of proper equipment affects the […] | By
(2025-12-23). Israel killed 411 Palestinians and wounded 1,112 in Gaza during truce. plenglish.com Ramala, Dec 23 (Prensa Latina) The Israeli army has killed 411 Palestinians and wounded 1,112 in the Gaza Strip since the truce came into effect there on October 10, official sources in the territory reported.
(2025-12-23). Israel kills 2 Palestinians in Gaza despite ceasefire. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 23 (MNA) — Two more Palestinians were shot dead by Israeli forces in Gaza on Monday, marking the latest fatalities amid persistent violations of a ceasefire agreement.
(2025-12-23). ISRAEL KILLED OVER 400 PALESTINIANS IN GAZA SINCE THE OCTOBER CEASEFIRE WAS ANNOUNCED. trendsjournal.com Israel has killed over 400 Palestinians inside Gaza since the October ceasefire went into effect and injured another 1,115, according to the Palestinian Health Ministry.
(2025-12-23). Israel's war on Gaza has made genocide an accepted weapon of war. We're already seeing it in Sudan. mondoweiss.net 
Israel's genocide in Gaza set a global norm that views extermination as a 'natural' part of how nations and paramilitary groups wage war. We are already seeing this in Sudan.
(2025-12-23). Sudan, the Forgotten Genocide. fpif.org Follow a line south and west from the Gaza Strip, continue through Egypt, and you'll end up in another place where a genocide is in progress. It's one we don't hear much about in the United States, probably because it's happening in an African nation, one of those places Donald Trump
(2025-12-23). Gaza death toll reaches 70,942 since Oct. 07. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 23 (MNA) — The Palestinian Ministry of Health says that Israeli forces have killed 70,942 Palestinian people in the enclave since the outbreak of war between Israel and Palestinian Islamic Resistance Movement, Hamas, on October 07, 2023.
(2025-12-23). Gaza patients facing death as Israel continues to block medical supplies. aljazeera.com More than 1,000 Palestinian patients have died while awaiting treatment abroad, amid collapse of Gaza healthcare sector.
(2025-12-23). Katz threatens new Israeli settlements in Gaza despite ceasefire. newarab.com 
Israeli Defence Minister His threats came as the latest indication that Israeli forces would never fully withdraw from Gaza, despite th…
(2025-12-23). Israeli Defence Minister: 'We will never leave Gaza'. aljazeera.com Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz said the Israeli military "will never leave Gaza".
(2025-12-23). A musician in Gaza plays for children to help heal war's wounds>. newarab.com 
(2025-12-23). Ministro de Defensa sionista afirma que Israel nunca se retirará de Gaza. cubadebate.cu El ministro de Defensa de Israel, Israel Katz, afirmó este martes que el régimen sionista nunca se retirará de toda Gaza y que Tel Aviv planea estacionar en la Franja un tipo de unidad, Nahal, que históricamente ha desempeñado un papel en el establecimiento de comunidades israelíes, incluidos los asentamientos.
(2025-12-23). Newly released Epstein files spotlight Trump's past jet trips with Maxwell. aljazeera.com Prosecutor's email claims Trump flew on Epstein's jet eight times in the 1990s, some with Ghislaine Maxwell on board.
(2025-12-23). New Epstein files cite Trump's name in private jet records, no criminal allegations made. ptcnews.tv PTC Web Desk: The US Justice Department has made public a fresh tranche of records linked to the investigation into disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein, revealing references to US President Donald Trump in connection with flight logs of Epstein's private aircraft. Authorities, however, have clearly stated that Trump has not been accused of any wrongdoing in the case.The latest disclosure comprises nearly 11,000 documents, amounting to around 29,000 pages, along with several video recordings, some of which were reportedly shot inside a prison facility. Epstein, who faced multiple charges related to sex traffickin…
(2025-12-23). New Epstein release includes accusation Trump raped a woman. thecanary.co Earlier today, we reported that the US Justice Department appeared to have accidentally released a new set of Epstein Files before revoking access. The suspicion is these files were not meant to be released yet, as they lacked the extreme (and likely illegal) redactions of the earlier releases. As reviewers managed to download all the […] | By
(2025-12-23). Bill Clinton's A Big Boy: Donald Trump On Ex-US President's Pictures In Epstein Files Says 'He Can Handle It'. menafn.com (MENAFN – Live Mint) Bill Clinton has been drawn back into the political storm surrounding the release of files linked to disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein, after US President Donald Trump said …
(2025-12-23). Russia denies reports of embassy evacuation from Venezuela. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 23 (MNA) — Russia's Foreign Ministry has strongly denied media reports claiming that Moscow has begun evacuating its embassy in Venezuela, calling the allegations false and misleading.
(2025-12-23). Venezuela passes law enacting harsh penalties for supporters of US blockade. aljazeera.com Government of President Nicolas Maduro denounces US seizure of oil tankers as illegal acts of piracy.
(2025-12-23). Trump's tougher Venezuela stance raises stakes for Maduro and region. moderndiplomacy.eu U.S.—Venezuela relations have been hostile for years, marked by sanctions, diplomatic isolation, and disputes over Venezuela's oil sector and governance under President Nicolás Maduro. Washington does not recognize Maduro as the country's legitimate leader and has backed opposition efforts to remove him from power. Since returning to office, President Donald Trump has revived a hardline …
(2025-12-23). Trump's Tanker Grab vs. the Houthis' Anti-Genocide Blockade. dissidentvoice.org 
The United States has now intercepted multiple Venezuelan oil tankers as part of its escalating aggression against Venezuela, while also destroying dozens of small boats in the Caribbean and Pacific under the banner of "drug enforcement," killing over 100 people whose identities the U.S. has obscured. At the same time, the Trump administration has threatened a naval blockade of Venezuela—a sovereign country …
(2025-12-23). As U.S.-Venezuela tensions rise, Trinidad Tobago thumbs its nose at CARICOM. globalvoices.org 
'Respectful dialogue with international partners is not subservience, nor is regional consultation disloyalty'Global Voices Port of Spain and Caracas, the capitals of Trinidad and Venezuela, respectively, against the background of the U.S. flag. Feature image created using
(2025-12-23). War in Venezuela inches ever closer. peoplesworld.org 
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(2025-12-23). Washington cannot block Venezuelan oil that China needs. infobrics.org Venezuela is a battlefield for the strategic contest between two major powers.
(2025-12-23). Cuba considers exclusion from Caribbean Series disrespectful. radiohc.cu The Cuban Baseball and Softball Federation states that its exclusion from the 2026 Caribbean Series, which will now be held in Mexico, disrespectful. | In a statement, the Federation clarified that although the invitation originated in Venezuela, the original host of this edition, it was endorsed by the Caribbean Professional Baseball Confederation (CBPC), the tournament's governing body, of which Cuba is a founding member. | According to the statement, the Caribbean entity has not communicated with the Cuban Baseball and Softball Federation "regarding such an important decision, which undermines the established…
(2025-12-23). Contundente denuncia en Consejo de Seguridad contra agresión de EE.UU.: "Venezuela es el primer objetivo de un plan mayor" cubadebate.cu El representante permanente de Caracas en la ONU, Samuel Moncada, afirmó que están en presencia de un poder que "actúa al margen del derecho internacional" y que "exige a venezolanas y venezolanos" que entreguen su país o, de lo contrario, "ejecutará un ataque armado que viene anunciando desde hace semanas".
(2025-12-23). CBS Censorship: Bari Weiss Pulls "60 Minutes" Exposé on Torture of Migrants U.S. Sent to El Salvador. democracynow.org 
The new head of CBS News, Bari Weiss, is facing accusations of censorship after she abruptly canceled a segment from Sunday's episode of 60 Minutes just three hours before broadcast. The segment centered on the stories of Venezuelan immigrants sent to El Salvador's brutal CECOT prison by the Trump administration. "When so much of our ability to communicate out facts to the world is concentrated in a small number of people, and there's a squeezing of independent media and the ability to get independent perspectives and voices out more broadly, I think we're working with an information…
(2025-12-23). Propaganda Warfare Over Loaded ICBMs and Global Stability. thinktank.pk In the high-stakes arena of US-China relations, nuclear arms reports have become battlegrounds for information warfare. A recent article from a prominent Chinese state-affiliated outlet responds to a leaked Pentagon draft, dismissing claims about China's expanding intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) capabilities as mere "hype" and "speculation." This piece, published amid escalating tensions over arms control, …
(2025-12-23). Exploring Iran's Christian past: a journey through Edik Baroni's book. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN- Christianity has a long and intricate history in Iran, predating many other regions of the world. Iranian Christian communities have preserved their faith and cultural identity for centuries. Today, Iran hosts one of the oldest continuous Christian presences in West Asia, with Armenian, Assyrian, and other Christian minorities contributing significantly to Iran's diverse religious landscape. Recognizing this rich heritage is essential to understanding Iran's complex history and its multi-religious identity.
(2025-12-23). Brits Water Treatment Works to be completed in March 2026. sanews.gov.za Brits Water Treatment Works to be completed in March 2026 | By More Matshediso | Refurbishment of the Brits Water Treatment Works in the North West is expected to be complete by March 2026. | This is a commitment made by Magalies Water, the contractor responsible for mechanical and electrical works at the water plant, and the Madibeng Local Municipality. ⚪ The objective of the project is to provide additional water to 75 373 households in the Mdibeng Local Municipality. ⚪ The commitment was made during an oversight visit to the Brits Water Treatment Works by Water and Sanitation Deputy Minister, David Mah…
(2025-12-23). Palestine Action hunger strikers launch legal action against UK government. aljazeera.com Lawyers of the group threaten court proceedings as top ministers refuse to meet them to discuss the protesters' welfare.
(2025-12-23). Assisted Living Amenities That Make Daily Life Easier. moguldom.com With age or restricted movement, activities of daily living can become difficult. At assisted living communities, you can enjoy many of the comforts in life by having amenities available to you while having the ability to live independently. These considerate features allow residents to relish each day with additional convenience and reassurance. Nutritious Dining Options …
(2025-12-23). WHYY Newscast for Tuesday 6:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2025-12-23). Islamabad court orders Airblue to pay Rs5.41b in damages over 2010 crash. tribune.com.pk 
An Islamabad court has ordered Pakistani airline Airblue to pay 5.41 billion rupees ($19.5 million) in compensation to victims of a 2010 plane crash, rejecting all appeals filed by the carrier, court officials said. | The ruling was issued by Islamabad's District and Sessions Court. It dismissed eight appeals submitted by Airblue and imposed a fine of 1 million rupees on each appeal, bringing the total fine to 8 million rupees. | The court said the compensation was payable to families and individuals affected by the crash, which killed several passengers when an Airblue aircraft went down near Islamabad in Jul…
(2025-12-23). Balochistan establishes first AI cell to improve security management, data analysis. tribune.com.pk 
The Balochistan government has established its first Artificial Intelligence cell within the Department of Home and Tribal Affairs to improve security measures and make decisions based on data analysis, a move aimed at further enhancing the province's law and order situation. | According to a statement from the provincial government, the establishment of the AI cell marks a significant step towards adopting modern technology in governance. The cell will utilise data from the Balochistan Integrated Security Architecture (BISA) to analyse crime patterns, security threats, and potential risks, aiding timely respo…
(2025-12-23). Gabriele Pedullà : Timpanaro's Materials. newleftreview.org Gabriele Pedullà on Tom Geue, Major Corrections. Intellectual biography of Sebastiano Timpanaro, who brought the tools of philology to bear in a keen-sighted historical materialism.
(2025-12-23). Ugandan innovators push AI, VR and emerging tech into the mainstream. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda's technology ecosystem is quietly but steadily redefining what innovation looks like in East Africa. From Artificial Intelligence (AI) to Virtual Reality (VR), local innovators are no longer content with experimenting on the fringes. Instead, they are building practical solutions aimed at real problems particularly in healthcare, education and …
(2025-12-23). L.A. TACO's Most-Read Food Stories of 2025. lataco.com These were L.A. TACO's most-read food features of the year.
(2025-12-23). Mobarakeh Steel. Co. wins 1st place at ACI competition. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 23 (MNA) — Mobarakeh Steel's "Green Concrete Production Using Waste" Project won the first place in Research at the American Concrete Institute (ACI) Competition.
(2025-12-23). PUTIN TELLS REPORTERS THAT RUSSIA WILL ACHIEVE ALL OF ITS GOALS IN UKRAINE. trendsjournal.com Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday held his annual year-end marathon press conference and struck an optimistic tone about the Ukraine War, whether there is a diplomatic settlement or if victory needs to be achieved on the battlefield.
(2025-12-23). 2025 on target to be UK's hottest year on record: Met Office. geo.tv 
(2025-12-23). Gauteng commends police for arrest in Saulsville shooting incident. sanews.gov.za Gauteng commends police for arrest in Saulsville shooting incident | The Gauteng Provincial Government has commended the South African Police Service for tracking and arresting a suspect wanted in connection with a deadly shooting in Saulsville, Pretoria. ⚪ "The Gauteng Provincial Government commends the South African Police Service for its coordinated and relentless enforcement effort which led to the identification, tracking, and arrest of a suspect in connection with the horrific shooting at the Saulsville Hostel in Atteridgeville. The nationwide hunt for the suspects culminated in the arrest of a 32- year-o…
(2025-12-23). Palestinian resilience is mind-boggling, says Kneecap rapper. electronicintifada.net Móglaí Bap believes that small acts of solidarity can have a huge impact.
(2025-12-23). UN Security Council to hold meeting on Iran nuclear deal. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 23 (MNA) — The United Nations Security Council is set to hold a meeting on Tuesday to discuss the implementation of the Iran nuclear agreement, according to media reports.
(2025-12-23). The Brandywine Museum offers a tiny peek into a Wyeth family Christmas. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Most of us will never know what it would be like to join the Wyeth family of artists for the holidays. | But we can peer inside a quirky family passion for miniatures at the Brandywine Museum's exhibit of extravagant, custom-made dollhouses. | Andrew Wyeth's sister, Ann Wyeth McCoy, and her husband, John McCoy, had built and outfitted a dollhouse out of a repurposed, 9-foot-tall tool shed. Its six rooms are modular, able to be individually removed from the whole. Two of its…
(2025-12-23). Over 57,000 family capital deposits opened in Belarus in five years. eng.belta.by The family capital program remains the most effective measure to encourage large families and helps maintain their number at around 120,000 annually. Every fourth child in the country is born into a large family.
(2025-12-23). Cambodia's economy squeezed by Thai conflict. aljazeera.com Conflict with Thailand is hitting Cambodia's economy. The country depends heavily on Thailand for trade, tourism and…
(2025-12-23). Erik Prince's Pirates of the Caribbean. levernews.com 
(2025-12-23). PSX lacks direction as investors weigh rollover week. tribune.com.pk 
Trading at the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) moved cautiously on Tuesday, caught in a quiet rhythm as investors weighed rollover week adjustments and awaited clearer market signals ahead of bidding for Pakistan International Airlines' (PIA) privatisation. | The session kicked off on a subtle note, lacking fresh energy, causing the market to drift cautiously. | As the day progressed, the KSE-100 index showed a brief spark early on, but buying interest quickly faded as investors chose to remain defensive. Light selling emerged after midday, nudging the index slightly lower, though no significant pressure was fel…
(2025-12-23). Materials genome accelerator of Iran's steel revolution. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 23 (MNA) — The CEO of Mobarakeh Steel Group, speaking at the 12th International SteelPrice International Steel Conference, stated: "The future of the industry depends on producing smarter, lighter, and higher value-added products."
(2025-12-23). Khuzestan must build an economy beyond oil: head of Ahvaz chamber of commerce. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN- In an exclusive interview with the Tehran Times, Shahla Amouri, Head of the Ahvaz Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines, and Agriculture, emphasized the urgent need for economic diversification in Khuzestan, Iran's energy powerhouse. She detailed practical strategies to transform the province's deep-seated challenges—including water scarcity, over-reliance on crude resources, and aging industries—into opportunities through investment in non-oil sectors, modern agriculture, and revitalizing the province's unique international waterway.
(2025-12-23). Bonnie Blue banned from Indonesia for 10 years, officials say. newarab.com 
British adult content creator The 26-year-old, whose real name is Tia Billinger, was detained earlier this month in Most were released after questioni…
(2025-12-23). US Military Blows Up Another Alleged Drug Boat in the Waters of Latin America. news.antiwar.com The US military has blown up another alleged drug boat in the waters of Latin America, according to a statement released by US Southern Command on Monday. "On Dec. 22, at the direction of Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, Joint Task Force Southern Spear conducted a lethal kinetic strike on a low-profile vessel" in the …
(2025-12-23). Martín Mosquera: The Meaning of Milei. newleftreview.org With Latin America in Trump's cross-hairs, a report from Buenos Aires on the social stalemate that allowed far-right firebrand Javier Milei to impose the harshest shock therapy in Argentina's history. Mosquera mobilizes the conceptual legacies of Gramsci, Trotsky, Otto Bauer and Angelo Tasca to identify the function of the region's highly successful new rights.
(2025-12-23). Iran at forefront of providing support to refugees. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Over the past four decades, Iran has been one of the top countries hosting the largest number of refugees and migrants, despite many challenges facing the country.
(2025-12-23). White Christian clergy running for Congress as Democrats face skeptics in their own party. anabaptistworld.org Robb Ryerse, who leads a progressive evangelical church in Arkansas, said he feels he has a moral obligation to run for office — and convince voters that being a Christian and a Democrat "isn't an oxymoron."
(2025-12-23). Several TLP leaders part ways, withdraw from politics citing party's divisive decisions. tribune.com.pk 
Several leaders associated with the proscribed Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan have parted ways with the party, withdrawing from active politics, citing concerns over certain decisions by the party's central Shura that, they claim, provided India with an opportunity for propaganda. | Speaking at a press conference at the Karachi Press Club, Muhammad Nadeem, along with TLP shura members Shabbir Ahmed, Amjad Naeem, Nazim-e-Aala Muhammad Waqas, and Muhammad Zaheer, stated that they had collectively resolved to sever all ties with the party and political activities. They added that their professional focus would now be…
(2025-12-23). US nuclear-powered submarine enters South Korean port. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 23 (MNA) — A US Navy nuclear-powered submarine arrived at a naval operations base in Busan on Tuesday.
(2025-12-23). Five killed, one missing as Mexican Navy plane crashes near Galveston, Texas. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: Five people were killed on Monday when a small aircraft operated by the Mexican Navy crashed into the waters off the coast of Galveston, Texas, officials said. The plane was carrying eight people at the time of the accident—five fatalities have been confirmed, two occupants survived, and one individual remains missing, according to the Mexican Navy. | The aircraft was on a humanitarian mission involving specialized medical transport when it went down shortly after 3 pm near Galveston, along the Texas coastline, about 50 miles southeast of Houston. | US Coast Guard Petty Officer Luke Baker co…
(2025-12-23). Bengaluru Police Deny Permission for Vijay Hazare Trophy at Chinnaswamy Stadium. devdiscourse.com The Bengaluru Police Commissioner, Seemanth Kumar Singh, announced on Tuesday that the Vijay Hazare Trophy match will not be held at the Chinnaswamy Stadium on December 24 due to security issues.
(2025-12-23). Israel introduces age, use limits for sperm donation. haaretz.com In a new circular, the Health Ministry introduced new restrictions on sperm donation to reduce the possibility of genetic mutations. Potential sperm donors will also be required to present thorough documentation and undergo several kinds of tests…
(2025-12-23). Israeli minister wants death penalty and crocodile jails for Palestinians only. thecanary.co Far-right Israeli minister of national security has added another depraved proposal to his growing list of punishments for dealing with those 'pesky' Palestinians, Israeli outlet News13 has reported this week. Feed them to the crocodiles The man who once called for the lynching of Palestinians and proposed a Palestinian-only death penalty bill is now suggesting […] | By
(2025-12-23). Greta Thunberg arrested at Palestine Action protest. thecanary.co The police have arrested activist Greta Thunberg at a protest to un-proscribe Palestine Action. Thunberg was holding a sign which read: I support Palestine Action prisoners. I oppose genocide. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Canary (@thecanaryuk) She is the latest activist to be arrested by British police amidst an […] | By
(2025-12-23). Rukiga Commissions UGX 2.9bn Seed Secondary School. plusnews.ug 
Authorities in Rukiga District Local Government have commissioned Bukinda Seed Secondary School, a 2.9 billion shillings government-funded project located in Kandago Parish, Bukinda Sub-county, to expand access to secondary education in the area. Construction of the school, contracted to Geses Uganda Limited, began in 2022 and was initially scheduled for completion within two years. The …
(2025-12-23). Belgium joins South Africa's genocide case against Israel. newarab.com 
Belgium on Tuesday joined a case brought by The UN's highest court, based in The Hague, said in a statement that Brussels had filed a declaration of intervention. | But Belgium's intervention does not mean it fully supports South Africa's accusations, nor that it defends Israel, but that it intends…
(2025-12-23). Vance's new anti-Ukraine rant: USA backing Russia in peace push after Miami talks. hindustantimes.com U.S. Vice President JD Vance sharply criticized America's military aid to Ukraine, signaling that the Trump administration may halt funding as peace talks progress. Vance argued U.S. taxpayer money should prioritize domestic needs over prolonging the Ukraine war, fueling fresh debate over Washington's role, Europe's response, and the future of U.S.-Ukraine relations.
(2025-12-23). Assessment of Turkey's indigenous Tayfun Block-4 missile hypersonic claims. moderndiplomacy.eu Missile Debut: At the IDEF 2025 international defense show in Istanbul, Turkish defense company Roketsan unveiled its first hypersonic missile, Tayfun Block-4, in July 2025. Tayfun Block-4 is said to be a hypersonic variant of the Tayfun missile, which is the longest-range ballistic missile manufactured in Turkey. Its manufacturer, Roketsan, claimed that this new version …
(2025-12-23). Does Israel really still need a 'qualitative military edge' ? responsiblestatecraft.org On November 17, 2025, President Donald Trump
(2025-12-23). Salah snatches added-time winner for Egypt after Zimbabwe scare. newarab.com 
(2025-12-23). Mali recovers over USD 1.2 billion after renegotiating mining deals. peoplesdispatch.org Mali's government announced earlier this month that it has secured more than 761 billion CFA francs (about USD 1.2 billion) in unpaid revenue from mining companies following a comprehensive audit and renegotiation of contracts in the extractive sector, making it one of the most significant resource governance interventions in the country's recent history. | Mali is one of the world's top 20 gold producers and Africa's third largest gold producer and it relies heavily on mining as a pillar of its economy. Yet, in light of the disparity in the amount of minerals exported and revenue that Mali was obtaining for them…
(2025-12-23). H.E. Akamatsu Shuichi Delivers Hope — New Japanese-Funded Eye Facility Transforms Lives in Abbottabad. thinktank.pk In a powerful symbol of Japan-Pakistan solidarity, H.E. Mr. Akamatsu Shuichi, Japan's newly appointed Ambassador to Pakistan, inaugurated a cutting-edge eye care facility in Tehsil Havelian, Abbottabad District, on December 23, 2025. This grassroots project highlights Japan's dedicated focus on human security and affordable healthcare, areas that Ambassador Akamatsu has passionately championed since arriving in …
(2025-12-23). This Netflix holiday rom-com is secretly an environmentalist fantasy. grist.org 
At first glance, That's why, on the Friday afternoon before Christmas, a few Grist staffers cozied up on their couches to watch a Netflix film our editor-in-chief assured us was actually a climate movie "disguised in holiday romance sappi…
(2025-12-23). Hong Kong's Southbound Travel for Guangdong Vehicles scheme officially implemented. ecns.cn Hong Kong's Southbound Travel for Guangdong Vehicles scheme was officially implemented from midnight on Tuesday.
(2025-12-23). Australian state set to pass tougher gun laws after Bondi attack. geo.tv 
Mourners attend the memorial held for the victims of a shooting at Bondi Beach in Sydney on Dec 21, 2025. — AFPBill limits most gun owners to four firearms, 10 for farmers.Main opposition Liberal party backs amendments.Three-quarters of Australians want tougher gun laws, shows…
(2025-12-23). WHYY Newscast for Tuesday, 11:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2025-12-23). China's first fully AI-generated animated film hits the big screen. ecns.cn China's first animated film produced entirely through artificial intelligence-generated content (AIGC), "The Reunion Journey," was given a test screening in Beijing on Saturday.
(2025-12-23). The Zohran Mamdani Count: Lina Khan, Familiar Progressive Faces and Key Allies Populate Transition Team. 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 By Diego Ramos / Original to Sch…
(2025-12-23). Greenland: Trump's empire dream in the Arctic. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Diplomatic tensions between Europe and the United States have flared once again, this time over President Donald Trump's renewed desire to take over Greenland, the semi-autonomous Danish territory. His words— "We must have it"—echo less like policy and more like possession, as though the Arctic island were a prize to be claimed rather than a people with rights and sovereignty.
(2025-12-23). Neonatal health workshops held in Sistan-Baluchestan province. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — The United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) has held two intensive neonatal health workshops in Saravan, Sistan-Baluchestan province.
(2025-12-23). Chart shows the total failure of Elon Musk's DOGE initiative. thecanary.co 
Earlier this year, Elon Musk joined the Trump administration as the leader of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). Known as Elon Musk DOGE, the plan was to save the American public trillions by cutting unnecessary spending. While it was obviously an absolute mess from start to finish, the depths of Musk's failures are becoming […] | By
(2025-12-23). DAILY MEMO: San Bernardino ICE Raid Ends in Another Car Crash. lataco.com ICE once again focused its operations in the Inland Empire with a particular focus on San Bernardino. Other communities outside Los Angeles were also targeted.
(2025-12-23). Unveiling ceremony of "Adventure of Zaria" Book. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 23 (MNA) — The unveiling ceremony of the book entitled "The Adventure of Zaria" a documentary account of the massacre of Nigerian Muslims, was held at was held at Hosseiniyah of Honar in Tehran on Tuesday.
(2025-12-23). Preparing For 2028? JD Vance Seen Training With US Navy Seals In Grueling 90-Minute Workout. menafn.com (MENAFN – Live Mint) US Vice President JD Vance drew attention after completing a gruelling 90-minute intense physical training session with United States Navy SEALs at their Naval Amphibious Base …
(2025-12-23). Cyclist Partoazar aims for gold at 2026 Asian Games. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Iran's most decorated female cyclist says the 2026 Asian Games in Nagoya will mark the final chapter of her competitive career, as she plans to transition into a new role after the event.
(2025-12-23). Libyan army chief killed in plane crash near Türkiye's capital Ankara. aljazeera.com Four other passengers on business flight that requested emergency landing after takeoff, Turkish interior minister says.
(2025-12-23). Solidarity brigade welcomed for ICAP's 65th anniversary. radiohc.cu The 120 activists from 23 countries comprising the solidarity brigade "65th Anniversary of the Cuban Institute of Friendship with the Peoples" were welcomed here to begin a program honoring Commander-in-Chief Fidel Castro, founder of ICAP on December 30, 1960. | Fernando González Llort, president of the institution, welcomed the contingent this Monday and thanked the municipal authorities and the staff of the Grandes Alamedas school for sharing Teacher's Day with friends from Europe, Latin America and the Caribbean, Asia and Oceania, and the United States. | He told the brigade members that their presence in Cuba…
(2025-12-23). Iran police chief meets with Tajikistan interior minister. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 23 (MNA) — General Ahmad-Reza Radan, Iran's police chief, has held talks with Lieutenant General Ramazon Rahimov, Minister of Internal Affairs of Tajikistan…
(2025-12-23). Trump announces new US warship class named after himself. newarab.com 
US President Two of the Trump-class ships will be built initially for the
(2025-12-23). Zanjan to host Iran-Turkey International Trade, Investment Exhibit in Feb. 2026. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN- Zanjan will host Iran-Turkey International Trade and Investment Exhibition (IRTUREX) during February 5-8, 2026, Iran-Turkey Joint Chamber of Commerce announced.
(2025-12-23). 25-year-old Bedouin citizen of northern Israel shot two weeks ago dies of wounds. haaretz.com Mahmoud Hibi, an Israeli citizen from a Bedouin town in the north, is the 245th Arab citizen of Israel killed in 2025, marking an annual record for the number of murders in Israeli Arab society…
(2025-12-23). Rising Tensions: Protests for Hindu Safety in Bangladesh. devdiscourse.com In a fervent display of solidarity, hundreds of protesters carrying saffron flags gathered to protest against the alleged violence against minority Hindus in Bangladesh. The march, known as 'Hindu Hunkar Padayatra', commenced from Sealdah on Tuesday and aimed to reach the Bangladesh Deputy High Commission.
(2025-12-23). WWIII: GERMANY APPROVES €50 BILLION IN MILITARY PURCHASES IN RUSH BEFORE 2029. trendsjournal.com The German government approved a €50 billion package to purchase military equipment as the country rushes to bolster its forces before 2029, when it thinks it needs to be prepared for a war with Russia.
(2025-12-23). Trump, Mamdani merchandise compete for Christmas shoppers. aljazeera.com Donald Trump and Zohran Mamdani are leading candidates for politically themed Christmas gifts in the US.
(2025-12-23). Belarus, Russia update main document on military technology cooperation. eng.belta.by Chairman of the State Authority for Military Industry of Belarus Dmitry Pantus met with Director of Russia's Federal Service for Military-Technical Cooperation Dmitry Shugayev.
(2025-12-23). Trump Can't Hide His Most Serious Illness. counterpunch.org 
When critics suggest potential illnesses President Donald Trump might have, they point to evidence of a possible ailment. They notice bruises on his hands, swollen joints, dozing off during televised meetings, and his rambling, disjointed speeches. However, they never identify the one hallmark of a serious illness that he had shown even before he became
(2025-12-23). New prosecutor general instructed to keep in mind true human rights in Belarus. eng.belta.by Aleksandr Lukashenko said: "But genuine human rights… You should make sure that all of it is implemented in Belarus. The right to work, to occupational earnings. Every person in Belarus has the right to justice."
(2025-12-23). Annual citrus exports from Iran reach $200m. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Iran exported fresh and processed citrus products worth more than $200 million to over 30 countries last year, underscoring the sector's strong potential for foreign currency earnings, an agriculture official said.
(2025-12-23). Lukashenko signs laws meant to advance trade, economic relations with other countries. eng.belta.by The head of state signed the law on ratifying the agreement on economic partnership between the Eurasian Economic Union and the United Arab Emirates. This international treaty is aimed at simplifying mutual trade and advancing cooperation between the EAEU and the UAE.
(2025-12-23). Iranian president holds phone call with Azerbaijan's Aliyev. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 23 (MNA) — Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has held a phone call with his Azerbaijani counterpart, President Ilham Aliyev on Tuesday, local Azeri media have said.
(2025-12-23). War And Plunder On The DR Congo Escalate Under 'Peace Agreement'. popularresistance.org The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is a country in central Africa the size of Western Europe and rich in arable land and minerals, including those critical to the military industrial complex, such as cobalt and coltan. Since the CIA-backed assassination of Patrice Lumumba in 1961, the DRC has been ruled by puppets who answer to the United States and its allies. 2025 has been a devastating year for the DRC. Clearing the FOG speaks with Maurice Carney, the executive director of Friends of the Congo, about the occupation by Rwandan forces, mass displacement of millions of people, and the recent 'peace agreem…
(2025-12-23). New laws will take effect in Pa. in 2026. Here's what you need to know. whyy.org From Delco to Chesco and Montco to Bucks, what about life in Philly's suburbs do you want WHYY News to cover? Pennsylvania lawmakers approved 65 pieces of legislation in 2025, making it one of the Because neither political party holds a trifecta in Harrisburg, it can be difficult for bills to survive both chambers — and a trip to Gov. Josh Shapiro's desk. That does not mean it is impossible. | Most of t…
(2025-12-23). MP: Lukashenko's Address at Belarusian People's Congress was a powerful call to action. eng.belta.by The President's Address at the second session of the VII Belarusian People's Congress was a powerful call to action in virtually all areas of the country's development, Chairman of the International Affairs and National Security Commission of the Council of the Republic Sergei Aleinik told BelTA.
(2025-12-23). The warmongers are working overtime. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — The world once again stands before an age-old question wearing a new face: Has the United States entered a new phase of warmongering and direct power projection?
(2025-12-23). People think they can explain Nicki Minaj's right-wing pivot. thecanary.co 
Last week, Nicki Minaj was a surprise guest at the Turning Point USA Conference: üá∫üá∏ pic.twitter.com/tB6KgQTOZe — Nicki Minaj (@NICKIMINAJ) December 23, 2025 While people are of course free to associate with whatever political movement they like, Turning Point founder Charlie Kirk didn't seem to agree that they should be: More proof Kirk was a […] | By
(2025-12-23). TripleE's Miki Conn and Rev.Jerry Ford on the Celebration of Kwanzaa. mediasanctuary.org H Bosh Jr sat down with Miki Conn and Rev.Jerry Ford to learn more about about the history and traditions of Kwanzaa and Where there are Kwanzaa celebrations here in the Capital Region.
(2025-12-23). The Children of the World vs. the Conscience of Humanity. dissidentvoice.org 
On a night when much of the world turns its attention to the image of a child placed in a manger, it becomes necessary to confront a reality that contradicts the season's sentimentality. While hymns are sung and rituals are performed, countless children lie tonight under rubble, under hunger, and under fear. The children of …
(2025-12-23). After Trump's Pardons, Are Far-Right Militias Gearing-Up to Influence the 2026 Midterm Elections? dissidentvoice.org On September 29, 2020, during the first 2020 presidential debate with the Democratic Party's candidate Joe Biden, moderator Chris Wallace asked then-President Trump if he would condemn white supremacist and militia groups and tell them to "stand down" amid ongoing violent protests.
(2025-12-23). Gunmen kill five policemen in KP ambush. tribune.com.pk 
Five police officers were martyred on Tuesday when gunmen opened fire on a police vehicle in Pakistan's northwest Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, officials said. | The attackers set the vehicle ablaze after shooting at it in Karak district, police said. The officers were on duty when the ambush took place. | Police identified the slain officers as Shahid Iqbal, Safdar, Arif, Samiullah and Muhammad Abrar. | The attack occurred near Aman Kot in the Garagri Banda area. The mountainous region lies along the boundary between Karak, Kohat and Lakki Marwat districts and is considered highly sensitive because of oil and…
(2025-12-23). Ntshavheni urges commitment to ceasefire in DRC. sanews.gov.za Ntshavheni urges commitment to ceasefire in DRC | Minister in the Presidency, Khumbudzo Ntshavheni, has issued an appeal for an immediate end to hostilities in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) — urging conflicting parties to honour their pledges for peace. ⚪ The Minister was delivering remarks at the Ad Hoc Summit of the Regional Oversight Mechanism of the Peace, Security and Cooperation Framework for the DRC and region. ⚪ "South Africa appeals to the conflicting parties in the DRC to demonstrate political will and selfless leadership that this occasion requires. The parties must fulfil their previ…
(2025-12-23). People sheltering at Sudan displacement camp say they 'pray for peace'. aljazeera.com Every day, dozens of displaced people, mostly women and children, are arriving at a camp near Kosti, Sudan.
(2025-12-23). Labor's year in review: Trump, biggest union-buster in history, dominates workers' struggles. peoplesworld.org 
WASHINGTON—Workers faced one big, dominating, and dominant enemy in 2025: Donald Trump. Through a series of edicts and with the gleeful aid of a compliant congressional Republican majority and two henchmen—Office of Management and Budget Director Russell Vought and multibillionaire chainsaw-wielder Elon Musk—President Donald Trump became "the biggest union-buster in U.S. history," according to AFL-CIO …
(2025-12-23). Stop Picking On Poor Little Israel. caitlinjohnstone.com.au Stop picking on poor little Israel. It's just sitting there minding its own business trying to do a little genocide in peace while aggressively lobbying your government to crush your freedom of speech and freedom of assembly, and you're OBSESSING about it for NO REASON. | You just hate Jews. That's the only possible reason you could spend so much time obsessing about this one tiny little harmless country: you've got a crazy, irrational fixation on a small abrahamic religion, because you're a weirdo.
(2025-12-23). Divorce cases soar as digital age hits family bonds in Rawalpindi. tribune.com.pk 
The centuries-old tradition of family-arranged marriages in Rawalpindi district is facing an unprecedented crisis, largely attributed to the pervasive influence of social media platforms, including TikTok, Facebook, YouTube, and Messenger, which have pushed the family system to the brink of collapse. | From January 1 to date this year, a total of 15,198 new cases and petitions—including divorce, khula, family disputes, maintenance claims, recovery of dowry articles, household expenses, and child custody matters—have been filed in the district's 44 family courts. During the same period, the number o…
(2025-12-23). US president unveils plan for 'Trump-class' battleships to boost American sea power. geo.tv 
US President Donald Trump walks past a rendering of the 'Trump Class' USS Deifant, at Mar-a-lago in Palm Beach, Florida, US, December 22, 2025. — ReutersShips will weigh more than 30,000 tonnes: President TrumpCutting-edge vessels to be some of most lethal surface ships.President…
(2025-12-23). Pres. Pezeshkian submits budget bill to Iranian parliament. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 23 (MNA) — President Masoud Pezeshkian submitted the draft budget for the next Iranian fiscal year (beginning March 21, 2026) to the Parliament (also called Majlis) on Tuesday.
(2025-12-23). Iran's Kowsar satellite integrated with Soyuz launcher. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 23 (MNA) — The upgraded version of Iran's Kowsar satellite has been successfully integrated with Russia's Soyuz launch vehicle, marking a key milestone ahead of its scheduled launch from the Vostochny Cosmodrome.
(2025-12-23). Public Makes Trillions on Plunging Crypto. counterpunch.org 
I realize most people have not been shorting crypto, although that would have been a smart move in the last couple of months. But the general public is nonetheless a big gainer from the sharp drop in crypto prices since October highs. In fairness, the sum may not be "trillions," more likely somewhere a bit
(2025-12-23). Lebanon denies any army link to Hezbollah after Israeli strike. haaretz.com The Israeli military said it killed three Hezbollah militants near Sidon in southern Lebanon. 'From an initial review, it was found that one of the terrorists eliminated during the strike simultaneously served in the Lebanese intelligence unit,' the IDF said…
(2025-12-23). Martín Mosquera: The Meaning of Milei. newleftreview.org With Latin America in Trump's cross-hairs, a report from Buenos Aires on the social stalemate that allowed far-right firebrand Javier Milei to impose the harshest shock therapy in Argentina's history. Mosquera mobilizes the conceptual legacies of Gramsci, Trotsky, Otto Bauer and Angelo Tasca to identify the function of the region's highly successful new rights.
(2025-12-23). Woman allegedly assaulted then demonised for not being a 'good victim'. thecanary.co 
Narinder Kaur has drawn attention to a recent incident of alleged racial abuse and recorded assault which took place at a supermarket. The woman making the accusation alleges the man told her that her 'days were numbered': Assault Although the man initially denies that he said her days were numbered, he later responds to the […] | By
(2025-12-23). Inside a Kenyan Maternity Ward Being Starved by US Foreign Aid Cuts. truthout.org In August, I traveled to Kakuma, Kenya, to try to understand what happened when the U.S. cut off food to the world's third-largest refugee camp. Soon after President Donald Trump froze foreign aid on his first day in office, my colleague Brett Murphy and I began hearing from government experts. We learned that despite explicit promises from Secretary of State Marco Rubio that food and other… |
(2025-12-23). We Live in the Space-Trump Continuum. newarab.com 
The New Arab/Al-Araby Al-Jadeed Cartoon of the Day by Palestinian-Jordanian editorial cartoonist Emad Hajjaj.
(2025-12-23). Bangladesh violence: Islamist parties, Yunus' delusional claims against India ahead of polls exposed. hindustantimes.com Bangladesh's interim Yunus government faces student unrest, Islamist violence and lynchings as BNP and Jamaat‚Äëe‚ÄëIslami jostle for power with Awami League sidelined and Sheikh Hasina in India. HT's Shishir Gupta explains how 1971, anti‚ÄëIndia narratives, attacks on minorities and great‚Äëpower meddling could reshape Dhaka's politics and India's security calculus. Tune in to this segment of Point Blank and join us next week for more.
(2025-12-23). Russia Strikes Ukraine's Energy Infrastructure Following Miami Peace Talks. moderndiplomacy.eu Early Tuesday, Russia launched attacks on Kyiv and other parts of Ukraine's energy infrastructure, triggering emergency power outages. The strikes came just two days after U.S.-led peace talks in Miami, which brought together Ukrainian, European, and Russian representatives to explore potential avenues for ending the nearly four-year conflict. Air raid alerts were reported across almost …
(2025-12-23). STEVE MILLOY: Trump Dismantles Climate-Industrial Complex. wattsupwiththat.com The Trump administration took a major whack at the climate-industrial complex this week. It's a fantastic move. But another event this week spotlights the need to do more.
(2025-12-23). Trump reiterates stopping Pakistan-India war, praises CDF Munir. tribune.com.pk 
President Donald Trump, in an event at his Mar-a-Lago residence in Florida on Monday, reiterated his claims that he helped prevent a war between Pakistan and India in May 2025. He praised Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, calling him a "highly respected general". | "We stopped a potential nuclear war between Pakistan and India," Trump said in response to a question, alongside Secretary of Defence Pete Hegseth and Secretary of the Navy John Phelan. | The US president mentioned that Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif credited him with saving lives through his intervention and mediation. | "You kn…
(2025-12-23). England to probe reports of excessive drinking during Ashes break. tribune.com.pk 
England team director Rob Key said they would look into reports that players drank excessively during a break between the second and third Ashes tests this month. | Australia wrapped up an 82-run win on day five of the third test in Adelaide on Sunday to take an unassailable 3-0 lead in the series and retain the urn. | Following eight-wicket defeats in Perth and Brisbane, the England camp took a break in Noosa, with reports in British and Australian media saying the players were drinking throughout their time in the holiday hotspot. | "Headlines can be misleading at times, saying it's a stag do and stuff like…
(2025-12-23). Nvidia set to ship powerful AI chips to China in policy U-turn. moderndiplomacy.eu Nvidia has been largely shut out of China's market for advanced AI chips since the Biden administration imposed sweeping export controls, citing national security risks. Those rules barred sales of high-performance processors such as the H100 and H200, forcing Nvidia to design downgraded alternatives like the H20 specifically for China. Earlier this month, President Donald …
(2025-12-23). Museveni rallies Masaka to vote NRM candidates, embrace wealth creation. independent.co.ug 
Masaka City, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has rallied residents of Masaka City and the wider Greater Masaka sub-region to support National Resistance Movement (NRM) candidates and fully embrace government wealth-creation programmes, saying peace, development and economic empowerment remain the party's strongest contributions to Uganda's transformation. Addressing a massive rally at …
(2025-12-23). Bob Vylan cleared after on-stage chant against Israeli forces. newarab.com 
"We have concluded, after reviewing all the evidence, that it does not meet the criminal threshold outlined by the
(2025-12-23). Foster grabs South Africa winner. tribune.com.pk 
Burnley striker Lyle Foster scored on 79 minutes as South Africa edged Angola 2-1 in Marrakesh on Monday to win their opening match of an Africa Cup of Nations campaign for the first time in 21 years. | Since beating Benin in the 2004 tournament, Bafana Bafana have drawn twice and lost four times when they debuted in different editions of the premier African football tournament. | The opening Group B match had three distinct phases. South Africa started impressively and Oswin Appollis scored on 21 minutes before a small crowd in the near-42,000-seat stadium. | Angola controlled the rest of the opening half and…
(2025-12-23). Trump says it would be 'smart' for Maduro to leave power. newarab.com 
Trump's pressure campaign on Maduro has included
(2025-12-23). UAE's false claims about Persian Gulf islands. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 23 (MNA) — Repeated often, but no less false: the UAE's renewed claims over Iran's trio Islands in the Persian Gulf contradicts history, law, and long-established reality.
(2025-12-23). A Tribute to Brewster Kneen 1933-2025. counterpunch.org 
I first met Brewster Kneen sometime in the mid 1990's, in the early days of Family Farm Defenders. One of our all consuming projects at the time was opposing the use of Monsanto's Recombinant Bovine Growth Hormone (rBGH). Brewster was working on one of his many books, Farmageddon- Food and the Culture of Biotechnology. He came
(2025-12-23). 'If India targets Bangladesh…': Pakistan leader issues war threat. ptcnews.tv PTC Web Desk: A youth wing leader of Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's party, the Pakistan Muslim League (PML), has issued a warning to India, claiming that Pakistan would respond militarily if Bangladesh were attacked.Speaking in a video message on Tuesday, PML leader Kamran Saeed Usmani said any attack on Bangladesh's sovereignty would trigger a response from Pakistan's armed forces and missile systems. He claimed that Pakistan would not tolerate what he described as India's attempt to impose its "Akhand Bharat ideology" on Bangladesh.Usmani alleged that Bangladesh was being pushed under India's ideolog…
(2025-12-23). How Qatar will bring cultural diplomacy to 2026 FIFA World Cup. newarab.com 
As Qatar deepens its partnerships abroad through the Years of Culture initiative and prepares to celebrate the 2026 edition with Canada and Mexico, the intersection of culture, sport, and diplomacy is coming into sharp focus. These three dimensions of human connection, creativity, competition, and cooperation are complementary languages through which nations build trust and mutual understanding. | Culture is not the background to diplomacy. It is one of its strongest tools. It shapes how nations see one another, how trust is built, and how cooperation endures. | In Qatar, culture is understood broadly: expressed…
(2025-12-23). Franciscan church unveils unique mechanical batleika ahead of Christmas. eng.belta.by A unique mechanical nativity scene (batleika) was assembled in anticipation of Christmas at the Church of Our Lady of the Angels (Franciscan) in Grodno.
(2025-12-23). Chinese researchers achieve progress in clinical trial of brain-computer interface. ecns.cn A patient suffering from tetraplegia steered a smart wheelchair through the neighborhood with only his thoughts and directed a robotic dog to fetch a food delivery.
(2025-12-23). The Trump District of Columbia? It could happen. peoplesworld.org 
The videos of the sign crews were all over the internet and TV recently. Men on ladders screwing in letters spelling out the name of Donald J. Trump to the faàßade of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C. The Center's board of trustees had voted (supposedly) unanimously to rename …
(2025-12-23). UPDF Clearance for Starlink Imports Raises Fears of Internet Shutdowns. plusnews.ug A decision by Ugandan authorities to subject Starlink satellite internet equipment to military clearance has triggered widespread concern, with critics warning the move could enable internet shutdowns or selective connectivity restrictions during the upcoming January general elections. A Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) directive dated December 19, 2025, instructs customs officials to block the importation of …
(2025-12-23). 5G spectrum auction to be 'Pakistan's largest'. tribune.com.pk 
The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) has approved the recommendations of the Spectrum Advisory Committee for the upcoming spectrum auction, Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb and Minister for Information Technology Shaza Fatima Khawaja said on Tuesday. | State broadcaster Radio Pakistan reported that, at a joint press conference, Aurangzeb said the approved recommendations would now be forwarded to the federal cabinet for final approval, adding that the government was accelerating the Digital Pakistan programme. | Read: 'Choose growth in 5G spectrum auction' | Economic Coordination Committee has approved…
(2025-12-23). Lebanon's controversial 'Financial Gap Law': Depositors bear the burden. tehrantimes.com BEIRUT — Lebanon is once again at the center of public outrage as the government discusses the proposed "Financial Gap Law".
(2025-12-23). Austerity and alignment to Washington: Two years of President Javier Milei. peoplesdispatch.org 
Thousands of Argentines endured high temperatures as they took to the streets on December 18 to protest the labor reform of Javier Milei's far-right government. The call to action by the General Confederation of Labor (CGT) was supported by several trade unions, which claimed that the measure seeks to destroy workers' rights to benefit big business: "This reform will only deepen poverty, social exclusion, and job insecurity. We will not give up our fight for decent work," The government has justified the measure by citing an alleged need to mod…
(2025-12-23). Birder boosts protections in Beijing. ecns.cn When night falls in Beijing, and the world retreats into silence, Terry Townshend knows the predawn darkness is a migrant highway — an invisible river of wings, calls, and journeys spanning hemispheres every spring and autumn.
(2025-12-23). ISRAEL PREVENTS THE RETURN OF PALESTINIANS FORCED OUT OF THEIR HOMES IN THE WEST BANK DURING OPERATION IRON WALL. trendsjournal.com The Israeli government has been accused by the Palestinian Authority of preventing the return of tens of thousands of Palestinians who were forced out of their homes in the West Bank during Operation Iron Wall, which began in January as a sweeping "anti-terrorism" campaign.
(2025-12-23). After scam expose, Kyiv elite flee Ukraine abandoning Zelensky amid Russia advance, deal stalemate. hindustantimes.com Russia has claimed that panic is spreading within Ukraine's political and diplomatic elite as Moscow presses forward on multiple —Ñ—Ä–æ–Ωts, alleging that senior officials, business leaders, and diplomats are quietly preparing exit plans abroad. According to Russia's Foreign Intelligence Service, families and financial assets have already been moved overseas, while Ukrainian embassies in Europe are reportedly seeing a surge in residence permit requests. Moscow further claims that a majority of Ukrainian diplomats posted abroad do not intend to return to Kyiv, citing…
(2025-12-23). Essential Design Traits Seen in Full-Body Pillows That Aid Mastectomy Recovery. moguldom.com A smooth recovery journey calls for tools that support comfort, stability, and gentle body alignment. Full body pillows bring structure to this healing phase through purposeful shapes and balanced support. Patients gain dependable support that helps the body rest in a safer position after surgery. A calm, restful environment supports emotional ease during a critical …
(2025-12-23). Denmark to summon U.S. ambassador over appointment of special envoy to Greenland. independent.co.ug 
OSLO | Xinhua | Danish Foreign Minister Lars Lokke Rasmussen said on Monday that he would summon U.S. Ambassador to Denmark Kenneth Howery for talks following U.S. President Donald Trump's appointment of a special envoy to Greenland. On Sunday, Trump appointed Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry as the U.S. special envoy to Greenland, a move that …
(2025-12-23). The Problem with Machado: Assange Sues the Nobel Foundation. counterpunch.org 
The Swedish police have promised it will go nowhere, but the attempt by WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange to draw attention to the inappropriateness of María Corina Machado as a Nobel Peace Prize recipient raises a few salient matters. On December 17, Assange submitted a criminal complaint to the Swedish Economic Crime Authority and Swedish Crimes Unit. The legal complaint
(2025-12-23). How Netanyahu is adulterating reality to cover up Qatargate crimes. haaretz.com Speak with enough authority, repeat a message enough times, agitate public distrust of prosecutors, courts and investigators, and public perception can be bent to your will…
(2025-12-23). Dutch man's video testament before throwing 'Filton 24' stone through UK embassy window. thecanary.co On 22 December, a man named Olax from the Netherlands was arrested after throwing a stone through the window of the UK embassy in The Hague. The stone carried the message, "Free the Filton 24" in reference to pro-Palestine activists imprisoned by the Starmer government for over a year and a half. These prisoners are […] | By
(2025-12-23). Measuring Climate Change Without a Ruler. wattsupwiththat.com From a strict epistemological standpoint, we do not know—at high confidence—whether the total energy of the Earth's climate system is increasing, decreasing, or remaining approximately constant.
(2025-12-23). Virat and Rohit: Navigating Domestic Challenges in Indian Cricket. devdiscourse.com As the Vijay Hazare Trophy unfolds, the spotlight shines on Indian cricket titans Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. With a strategic shift by BCCI, their participation underscores the renewed emphasis on domestic cricket where superstars meet the rising stars on a proving ground of talent and tenacity.
(2025-12-23). Strauss warns against sacking Stokes, McCullum. tribune.com.pk 
Former England cricket chief Andrew Strauss has warned that removing coach Brendon McCullum and captain Ben Stokes will not be enough to change a "depressingly one-sided story" in Australia following another painful Ashes defeat. | Strauss, 48, was the last England captain to win an away Ashes series, when his team triumphed 3-1 in 2010/11. | Since then England's record has been pitiful ⚪ they have lost 16 and drawn just two of their Tests in Australia. | McCullum and Stokes are under pressure after the visitors went 3-0 down in the series on Sunday with two matches still to play. | But Strauss, England's dir…
(2025-12-23). Arif Habib consortium wins PIA privatisation bid at Rs135b. tribune.com.pk 
Arif Habib Consortium has acquired Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) for Rs135 billion in the second and final round of the auction for the privatisation of the national carrier, while the Lucky Cement Consortium emerged as the second-highest bidder with an offer of Rs134 billion. | Following the conclusion of the first round, in which two bidders, Arif Habib Consortium and Lucky Cement, offered above the government's reference price of Rs100 billion. | The government's approved reference price for the 75% stake is Rs100 billion, and the first round of bidding saw competitive offers from pre-qualified bidd…
(2025-12-23). Nebbi PWDs Call for Direct Government Scholarships. plusnews.ug 
Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) in Nebbi District have appealed to the government to introduce direct education scholarships to support their learning and improve their livelihoods. They say direct scholarships, particularly for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions and other learning centres, would allow beneficiaries to choose courses that suit their abilities while helping …
(2025-12-23). Iran-Kazakhstan cultural night held in Tehran to promote shared heritage. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN – Iran and Kazakhstan held a joint cultural night at Tehran's Niavaran Palace complex on Monday to promote shared heritage and strengthen cultural diplomacy between the two Caspian Sea countries, officials said.
(2025-12-23). Iran to import 1st extraterritorial cultivated products soon. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 23 (MNA) — Iran's Minister of Agriculture Gholamreza Nouri-Ghezeljeh says that his ministry will import the first batch of exterritorialy cultivated agricultural products into the country soon.
(2025-12-23). state prosecution approves investigation of teenage girl who blew out Hanukkah candles. haaretz.com The 17-year-old was questioned on suspicion of desecrating a sacred object with the intent to insult a religion, punishable by up to three years in prison. According to sources close to the girl, she said she blew out the candles because she thought someone had left them burning…
(2025-12-23). 'Domestic terrorism': Leaked DOJ memo targets 'anti-Americanism, anti-capitalism, anti-Christianity'. nationofchange.org The memo was obtained by independent investigative journalist Ken Klippenstein, who joins us to discuss how it expands on President Donald Trump's NSPM-7 directive.
(2025-12-23). Cambodian death toll from conflict with Thailand climbs to 21. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 23 (MNA) — The Cambodian death toll from the border conflict with Thailand has risen to 21, with 83 others being wounded.
(2025-12-23). Policing of Palestine Movement in Canada. dissidentvoice.org Based on protest data from 2021—2025 and extensive documentation, the report highlights a stark disparity: pro-Palestine demonstrations accounted for 10.1% of all protests but drew 37% of all police interventions, even though over 96% of pro-Palestine protests were entirely peaceful.
(2025-12-23). The "President of Peace" Prepares for War. counterpunch.org 
Earlier this month, the Trump administration released its new National Security Strategy, or NSS. Normally, such documents are poor predictors of what's likely to happen in the real world. They are more like branding tools that communicate the attitudes of a given administration while rarely offering a detailed or accurate picture of its likely policies.
(2025-12-23). Either rule of law applies to everyone or it applies to no one. gilbertdoctorow.com The addition of retired Swiss intelligence officer Jacques Baud to the list of persons sanctioned by the European Council a little more than a week ago has shocked the community of Alternative Media, precisely because it indicates that the European Institutions have gone rogue, are trampling on the concept of freedom of expression with impunity …
(2025-12-23). Major Russian drone and missile attack on Ukraine kills at three. newarab.com 
The barrage struck homes and the power grid in 13 regions of Ukraine, causing widespread outages in bitter temperatures, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zele…
(2025-12-23). Top 9 Crypto Exchange Development Companies For 2026. moguldom.com 
As the global crypto economy expands, businesses entering the blockchain era must utilize platforms that are secure, scalable, and compliant with regulations. For anyone building digital asset trading solutions, partnering with the right development firm is a must. Professional firms offering crypto exchange development services bring technical expertise, institutional-grade security, and market-ready architecture that speed …
(2025-12-23). Al Ain Zoo Celebrates Conservation Success with 390 Newborns. devdiscourse.com Al Ain Zoo in the UAE has ushered in a significant achievement with the birth of around 390 newborn animals by the end of December, a milestone that includes 65% endangered species. This milestone highlights the success of the Zoo's sustainable population initiatives aimed at wildlife conservation and biodiversity protection worldwide.
(2025-12-23). New leader introduced to staff of Belarus' Investigative Committee. eng.belta.by State Secretary of the Security Council of Belarus Aleksandr Volfovich | introduced new Chairman of the Investigative Committee of Belarus | Konstantin Bychek to the staff of the agency on 23 December.
(2025-12-23). Breaking ICE NJ Style: ITA January Push, Proud Boy Intimidation Fail, 60 Minutes Censored CECOT Video Link, Atlantic City Support. fightbackbetter.com 
Reports Please read and engage with the community organizers responding and please join in organizing effective resistance to the terror…
(2025-12-23). LHC upholds dismissal of Jhang official for harassing female teacher. tribune.com.pk 
The Lahore High Court on Tuesday upheld the dismissal of Umer Shahzad, a former director management at the Government Girls Vocational Institute in Jhang, for harassing a female teacher. | Justice Raheel Kamran rejected Shahzad's petition seeking reinstatement in a 17-page written judgement. The ruling also set a legal precedent, holding that workplace harassment is not confined to office buildings alone. | The case stemmed from a complaint filed by Mehwish Riaz before the Ombudsperson Punjab. Riaz said she was serving as an ad hoc teacher at the institute when Shahzad harassed her. | She told the Ombudsperson…
(2025-12-23). Iran hosts IOFS meetings on smart livestock farming, climate change. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — A delegation from the Islamic Organization for Food Security (IOFS) paid a visit to Iran, holding roundtables on smart livestock farming and climate change, with experts from member states, namely Iran, Pakistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan in attendance.
(2025-12-23). Bari Weiss Is Doing Exactly What She Was Installed at CBS to Do. theintercept.com 
(2025-12-23). Iraqi militias divided on disarming and accepting government control. longwarjournal.org Iranian-backed militias in Iraq are reportedly considering an initiative to disarm and place their weapons under government control. The militias, part of Iraq's Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF), have been incorporated as independent units within Iraq's security forces since 2016. Kataib Hezbollah, one of the most powerful of militias, has rejected disarmament, while the US lauded the potential development.
(2025-12-23). Ending China's Humiliation? dissidentvoice.org 
European powers plan to cut up China for themselves; Germany, Italy, the British Empire, Austria-Hungary, Russia, and France are represented by Wilhelm II, Umberto I, John Bull, Franz Joseph I (in rear), Nicholas II, and Émile Loubet. The United States, represented by Uncle Sam, opposed this, also wanting to retain power in China. Puck, 23 …
(2025-12-23). Wasteful Nigeria edge past Tanzania to make winning start to AFCON 2025. aljazeera.com Nigeria seal a 2-1 win against a plucky Tanzania to open their Africa Cup of Nations 2025 account with a win in Fez.
(2025-12-23). Brazen lies told to the public: Why do so many people suspend disbelief, and authorities do nothing? onlineopinion.com.au When governments, universities and media protect falsehoods instead of facts, deception becomes policy and dissent becomes heresy. Australia is living the consequences.
(2025-12-23). Sahel states summit attracts unexpected visitors: young people. aljazeera.com The political and economic Sahel Summit is attracting an unusual group of attendees. Young people.
(2025-12-23). Sight restored for 101-year-old man. tribune.com.pk 
In a rare medical success, surgeons at Al-Shifa Trust Eye Hospital have restored the eyesight of a 101-year-old man following a highly complex cataract procedure that many specialists had declined to undertake because of his age and underlying retinal disease. | Raza Khan, a centenarian from Islamabad, underwent surgery at the Rawalpindi-based hospital after suffering from dense cataracts complicated by age-related macular degeneration, a condition that significantly reduces the likelihood of visual recovery in very elderly patients. Several ophthalmologists in Islamabad and Rawalpindi had previously ruled out…
(2025-12-23). Trump administration to resume wage garnishment for student loan defaulters. aljazeera.com Borrowers to receive wage garnishment notices starting January 7, Department of Education confirms.
(2025-12-23). Iran has inalienable right to maintain its nuclear program. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 23 (MNA) — Russia's permanent representative to Vienna-based International Organizations, Mikhail Ulyanov, says that Iran has the legitimate right to maintain its national nuclear program.
(2025-12-23). U.S. WOULD FIGHT RUSSIA IF IT BREAKS ANY CEASEFIRE, POLISH PM SAYS. trendsjournal.com U.S. negotiators made it clear that American forces would fight Russian forces if Moscow violated a future ceasefire deal, Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said last week.
(2025-12-23). Belarus' PM introduces new head of Prosecutor General's Office to its staff. eng.belta.by "As you know, Dmitry Gora was appointed Prosecutor General today. He | hardly needs an introduction, but I want to say that he is a competent, | skilled leader, a true professional in his field, a true patriot, a…
(2025-12-23). Greta Thunberg detained for supporting Palestinian political prisoners on hunger strike. tehrantimes.com Greta Thunberg was arrested at a demonstration in support of the Palestine Action protesters who are on hunger strike in prison, according to the Prisoners for Palestine protest group.
(2025-12-23). Israeli forces demolish shops in raids near occupied East Jerusalem. aljazeera.com Commercial premises among buildings facing demolition as military incursions intensify near Qalandiya and Kafr Aqab.
(2025-12-23). An anatomy of state violence: the protest at HMP Bronzefield. thecanary.co In the early hours of the morning of Wednesday 17 December, while most of Britain slept, a small group of protesters including MP Zarah Sultana assembled outside HMP Bronzefield, one of the largest women's prisons in Europe. From 2am, the demand was singular and urgent: that Qesser Zuhrah, a 20-year-old Palestine Action activist and UCL […] | By
(2025-12-23). Is Israel's government waging war on Al Jazeera and the media? aljazeera.com Critics say Israel's media laws aim to silence dissenting voices, undermining democracy and free speech.
(2025-12-23). Medical experts warn ideology could eclipse science under new far-right Health Committee chair. haaretz.com Health professionals called for revoking MK Limor Son Har-Melech's appointment, warning that her positions on abortion, vaccines and the World Health Organization could dangerously influence policy at the key committee…
(2025-12-23). Gen Z college graduates in Philadelphia are facing tough odds in the job market. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Ary Marrow says that people often come into the cafe where she works to do their remote job or work on a school assignment. If you look around the room, everyone's head is buried in their laptop. | The recent Temple University graduate says it is demoralizing. | "You're sweeping the floor or something, and it's like I have qualifications too," Marrow said. "I just can't find a job." | Recent Gen Z graduates in Philadelphia are struggling to break into the fields they studied…
(2025-12-23). Iran's capacity in intangible heritage goes beyond tangible heritage, says minister. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN ⚪ Iran's capacity in intangible heritage goes far beyond the tangible heritage, said Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts Reza Salehi-Amiri.
(2025-12-23). Judge dismisses Reginald D Hunter lawsuit, slams Israel lobby. thecanary.co 
Today, 23 December, a district judge dismissed a vexatious lawsuit filed against UK-based American comedian Reginald D Hunter. The lawsuit was brought by Israel-lobbyists Heidi Bachram and the so-called 'Campaign against Antisemitism' (CAA). The pair had initiated a private prosecution against Hunter. Bachram claimed that he had sent her antisemitic messages and an AI-generated sexual image […] | By
(2025-12-23). Trump-critical documentary leaks after CBS spikes it. thecanary.co 
On 22 December, we reported that the head of CBS news, Bari Weiss, chose not to release a documentary critical of Donald Trump and his administration. Now, that same documentary has been leaked: BREAKING: Here's the 60 Minutes Segment Trump and CBS News Executives Don't Want You to See Video (no paywall): t.co/olxQ4mRuZJ pic.twitter.com/F4KjOrOtAJ — […] | By
(2025-12-23). Plans to increase financial support for Belarus' private sector by 1.5 times in 2026. eng.belta.by The fund's traditional KPI is the efficiency of financial support for small and medium-sized businesses. Results of the year 2025 show steady positive dynamics: the volume of support via loans and leasing exceeded the target indicators by 2.3 times and the amount of issued guarantees grew by 2.7 times.
(2025-12-23). Cuba y Rusia crearán empresa conjunta en el sector biofarmacéutico. cubadebate.cu Ambas partes han acordado crear la empresa mixta Sinergia Global Biofarmacéutica, dedicada al desarrollo, producción y comercialización de productos biofarmacéuticos, con un alcance que concibe el beneficio no solo para pacientes de ambos países, sino también para otros de las regiones de América Latina y Eurasia.
(2025-12-23). Claudia Sheinbaum ratifica el apoyo de México a Cuba. cubadebate.cu La presidenta de México, Claudia Sheinbaum, destacó la relación histórica entre su país y Cuba y subrayó que los acuerdos con la isla en el ámbito energético se realizan en un marco legal. Sheinbaum respondió así a una pregunta sobre el envío de petróleo a la nación caribeña, asediada desde hace más de 60 años por un cerco económico, comercial y financiero.
(2025-12-23). Accordarsi con gli Stati Uniti. Opportunità o tranello per la Russia? strategic-culture.su La nuova Strategia di Sicurezza Nazionale (NSS) degli Stati Uniti, apparentemente coerente con il tentativo di Washington di trovare una soluzione diplomatica al conflitto in Ucraina, potrebbe perà≤ rappresentare un inganno strategico | Segue nostro Innanzitutto non sempre quello che viene scritto nella NSS viene poi attuato e alcuni segnali vanno già in tal senso; tuttavia è interessante analizzarne gli assunti fondamentali, a partir…
(2025-12-23). Cancillería cubana celebra 66 años de fundación. radiohc.cu El primer ministro cubano, Manuel Marrero, felicitó este martes a la Cancillería de la isla por el aniversario 66 de su fundación. | En un post en la red social X calificó a la institución como ´un pilar de nuestra diplomacia revolucionaria continuador del legado de Raúl Roa, el Canciller de la Dignidad, y de Fidel, quien diseñó y dirigió magistralmente la política exterior cubana ª. | Por su parte la Cancillería confirmó su compromiso a ser consecuentes con el honor y el deber del heroico pueblo al que representa. | ´En este aniversario reafirmamos que la política exterior cubana seguirá siendo…
(2025-12-23). Conozca la tasa de cambio oficial para el martes 23 de diciembre de 2025. cubadebate.cu Cubadebate comparte con sus lectores la tasa de cambio oficial del Banco Central, correspondiente al segmento III, para el martes 23 de diciembre de 2025.
(2025-12-23). Algunos apuntes sobre la Segunda Cumbre Mundial de Medicina Tradicional de la OMS. cubadebate.cu La Segunda Cumbre Mundial de Medicina Tradicional de la OMS, organizada en conjunto con el Gobierno de la India, se desarrolló entre los días 17 y 19 de diciembre en Nueva Delhi. Este importante evento superó las 16 000 inscripciones en línea y reunió a 800 delegados de más de 100 países, incluyendo ministros de aproximadamente una veintena de naciones.
(2025-12-23). El eclipse más largo del siglo llegará en 2027. cubadebate.cu La franja de totalidad del eclipse comenzará en el océano Atlántico, tras lo cual cruzará el estrecho de Gibraltar, seguirá la costa norteafricana hasta adentrarse en Egipto, cruzará el mar Rojo y algunas regiones de Arabia Saudita, Yemen y el extremo noreste de Somalia, para finalmente terminar en el océano Ândico.
(2025-12-23). Migrantes cubanos: De la excepcionalidad a la exclusión. cubadebate.cu El gobierno de Trump por primera vez colocó a los inmigrantes cubanos en un limbo legal, que puede conducir a su deportación. De esta manera, ha sido violentada la relación entre los privilegios otorgados a la inmigración cubana, sin parangón en la historia de Estados Unidos, y la función desempeñada por estos migrantes en la política de ese país contra Cuba.
(2025-12-23). Booked Up: The Best Books of 2025. counterpunch.org 
America, América: A New History of the New World Greg Grandin (Penguin) Freedom Ship: The Uncharted History of Escaping Slavery by Sea Marcus Rediker (Viking) One Day, Everyone Will Have Always Been Against This Omar El Akkad (Penguin/Random House) Crumb: a Cartoonist's Life Dan Nadel (Simon & Schuster) Gilded Rage: Elon Musk and the Radicalization
(2025-12-23). Backlash after CBS pulls 60 Minutes report on El Salvador's CECOT prison. aljazeera.com The correspondent behind the story says it was postponed for political reasons, while network says it needs more work.