(2024-12-14). Trump Says No To 'Foolish' US Missile Attacks On Russia. popularresistance.org President-elect Donald Trump accused the Biden administration of "escalating this war" in Ukraine and "making it worse" by allowing U.S. long-range ATACMS missiles to be fired from Ukraine deep into Russia. | "I disagree very vehemently with sending missiles hundreds of miles into Russia," Trump told Time magazine in an interview published on Thursday. He said: | "Why are we doing that? We're just escalating this war and making it worse. That should not have been allowed to be done. Now they're doing not only missiles, but they're doing other types of weapons. And I think that's a very big mistake, very big mista…
(2024-12-14). How The West Rebranded Al-Qaeda's Jolani As Syria's 'Woke' New Leader. popularresistance.org Corporate media is heralding the fall of Bashar al-Assad and the emergence of Abu Mohammed al-Jolani as the new leader of Syria, despite his deep ties to both al-Qaeda and ISIS. | "How Syria's 'diversity-friendly' jihadists plan on building a state," runs the headline from an article in Britain's Daily Telegraph that suggests that Jolani will construct a new Syria, respectful of minority rights. The same newspaper also labeled him a "moderate Jihadist." The Washington Post described him as a pragmatic and charismatic leader, while CNN portrayed him as a "blazer-wearing revolutionary."
(2024-12-14). Israel's Genocide Day 433: US National Security Advisor Attends Ceasefire Talks. popularresistance.org Israeli forces continued their offensive inside Syria, which began following the collapse of Bashar Al-Assad's regime last Sunday. Israeli troops breached the demilitarized buffer zone established in 1974 between Syrian-held and Israeli-occupied Syrian territory in the Golan, and occupied new positions in the Golan heights and on Mount Al-Sheikh. | Israel's new advances according to reports included the occupation of nine Syrian towns in the Golan, where Israeli forces forced inhabitants to leave their homes and move deeper into Syria. Israeli tanks continued to advance, reaching up to 18 kilometers inside Syria,…
(2024-12-14). UN veto power abused to carry on genocide in Gaza: Saudi Arabia. ummid.com Saudi Arabia said the abuse of veto power by some UN members led to the genocide of Palestinians in Gaza and other occupied lands.
(2024-12-14). The First Phase Of A New War Returns To Syria. popularresistance.org Liberals and their Western allies, among the social-imperialist left in the U.S. and Europe, are celebrating the end of the government of Bashar al-Assad in Syria after the stunning sweep across the country by so-called "rebels" led by the Al-Qaeda offshoot, Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS). Their celebratory mood is informed by a tragic misunderstanding of what appears to be more of a coup d'etat in Syria than a military defeat. This was a coup orchestrated to replace the Syrian government with this coalition of Jihadists, which included the Turkish-supported Syrian National Army (SNA) and a coterie of depoliticized r…
(2024-12-14). Syria Falls to Terrorists Who Are "a Tool of NATO, Israel and Turkey" with US Role Included. globalresearch.ca After combating terrorism and rebel groups for over twelve years, the former Syrian President Bashar al-Assad fled the capital of Damascus with his family on December 7, shortly before it fell to the rebels. The victorious insurgents are the Hayat …
(2024-12-14). One year of denouncing the genocide of Palestinians in Gaza. fidh.org One year ago, the elected representatives of the International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH), voted on a resolution describing as genocide the crimes committed by the State of Israel against the Palestinian people in Gaza. As evidence of the crimes keeps accumulating, the Israeli authorities continue to encourage and organise this genocide. Those responsible must be brought to justice. FIDH condemns the absence of a permanent ceasefire, and consequently the absence of any basic prospect (…) | – |
(2024-12-14). New York University bans pro-Palestinian faculty and students. indybay.org The International Youth and Students for Social Equality (IYSSE) in New York and New Jersey condemns the police-state crackdown at New York University (NYU) directed against protesters opposed to the US-Israeli genocide in Gaza. We demand that the university's bans on pro-Palestinian faculty and students be lifted immediately.
(2024-12-14). Russia defended its Syrian ally despite Al Qaeda's siege. strategic-culture.su
(2024-12-14). Philly march to defend sanctuary for migrants. workers.org 
On Human Rights Day, Dec. 10, a diverse crowd of Philadelphia activists marched from City Hall to the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement offices to defend the city's status as a Sanctuary City and to continue the fight against the detention and deportation of migrant workers and refugees. Asian Americans . . . |
(2024-12-14). Thailand: Fifth conviction of pro-democracy activist Anon Nampa under "lèse-majesté" charges. fidh.org
(2024-12-14). South Korea: President Impeached for Abuse of Power. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Protesters gather holding banners demanding the impeachment of South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol outside the National Assembly in Seoul, South Korea, December 14, 2024. | © AP Photo/Lee Jin-man…
(2024-12-14). "Factual Chaos" at the WHO? Dr. Tedros: Monkeypox Outbreak Is "Among Men Who Have Sex with Men" globalresearch.ca Where is the science? What are the implications? This was a personalized decision by Dr. Tedros, in defiance of the IHR Committee' Decision NOT to implement a PHEIC. Does his bold statement constitute an encroachment of the fundamental rights of the LGBT Community which is currently the object of the emergency measures?
(2024-12-14). Mayo Clinic researchers develop new AI tools to reveal seizure hotspots, improve patient care. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Getty Images Mayo Clinic researchers have developed new artificial intelligence (AI)-based tools to pinpoint specific regions of the brain with seizure hotspots more quickly and accurately in patients with drug-resistant epilepsy. Their study, published in Nature Communications Medicine, highlights the potential of AI to revolutionize epilepsy treatment by interpreting brain waves during electrode implantation surgery. This transformative approach could significantly reduce the time patients spend in the hospital, accelerating the identification and removal of seizure-generating…
(2024-12-14). Is the Constitution Becoming Optional? dissidentvoice.org 
Rights aren't rights if someone can take them away. They're privileges. That's all we've ever had in this country is a 'Bill of Temporary Privileges.' And if you read the news, even badly, you know that the list gets shorter and shorter. —George Carlin Disguising its power grabs in the self-righteous fervor of national security, …
(2024-12-14). Xizang set to open international flight route to Singapore. ecns.cn Flights to Singapore are scheduled to take off from Lhasa Gonggar International Airport on Dec 25, with more international and regional routes, to Hong Kong and other destinations, slated to take off early next year.
(2024-12-14). Israel Invades Syria. youtube.com Western media and politicians complicit.
(2024-12-14). How the U.S. and Israel destroyed Syria and called it peace. strategic-culture.su
(2024-12-14). Iranian foreign minister: Syria facing difficult test. presstv.ir Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says Syria is facing a tough test, highlighting threats posed by terrorist groups like al-Qaeda and Daesh as well as the Israeli-US aggression.
(2024-12-14). In this Druze-Israeli town, Assad's fall in Syria stirs hope and grief. haaretz.com Whether the hope is realistic, residents of Majdal Shams say, depends on what the world — and Israel — do next…
(2024-12-14). Some Thoughts On The Mystery Drones. thealtworld.com 
Okay I need to jot down some thoughts on the "mystery drone" thing because it's way too interesting a story to ignore. | For those who aren't aware, since mid-November people have been They're either lying or telling the truth about this, and either way it's a major story. Either the US government is keeping se…
(2024-12-14). Day 432: Remembering Refaat Alareer with Yousef Aljamal and Helena Cobban. electronicintifada.net Gaza resists as Syrian state collapses.
(2024-12-14). Why is Israel bombing Syria? — 'because it can get away with it', says Bishara. asiapacificreport.nz 
Asia Pacific Report Marwan Bishara, Al Jazeera's senior political analyst, has condemned Israel's extensive airstrikes on Syrian installations — reportedly almost 500 times in 72 hours, comparing them to historic Israeli actions justified as "security measures". He criticised the hypocrisy of Israel's security pretext endorsed by Western powers. Asked why Israel was bombing Syria and…
(2024-12-14). Arab League condemns Israeli seizure of Syrian territory. presstv.ir The Arab League has passed a resolution that condemns the Israeli occupation of the buffer zone inside Syria.
(2024-12-14). Regime Change in Syria: Another Step Towards "Greater Israel" globalresearch.ca "For they have sown the wind,
| and they shall reap the whirlwind."
| -Hosea 8: 7 | The collapse of the Assad government in Syria is certain to be greeted with considerable satisfaction in Jerusalem and Washington. Both capitals of the Zionist Co-Dominium …
(2024-12-14). Regime Change as a Weapon: How the US Is Remaking Syria. mintpressnews.com On the heels of the toppling of the Bashar al-Assad government in Damascus, the United States has directed the emerging transitional order toward a neoliberal economic framework, coupled with efforts to normalize relations with Israel. Through a combination of sanctions, terrorist designations, and strategic foreign aid, U.S. policymakers and think tanks are actively shaping the blueprint for a new Syria. | With the collapse of the Syrian government in Damascus, the American foreign policy establishment has been diligently working to exploit the country's instability to its advantage. A revealing article publishe…
(2024-12-14). Global Warfare: "We're Going to Take out 7 Countries in 5 Years: Iraq, Syria, Lebanon, Libya, Somalia, Sudan & Iran.." globalresearch.ca Originally published in March 2007. | Global Research Editor's Note: | This interview serves as a reminder regarding the diabolical timeline of America's hegemonic project. Is Iran the next target "to be taken out"? | All these countries including Lebanon and Iran are …
(2024-12-14). Syria: the struggle is not over. iacenter.org December 8, 2024 The International Action Center condemns the overthrow of the democratically elected government of President Bashar al-Assad in Syria. Assad had served as president in Syria since 2000. Syrian "rebels," backed by the U.S., Israel and Türkiye, took over Syria's capital Damascus on Dec. 9. Assad has been granted political asylum in Russia. Along with the liberation forces in Iraq, Yemen and Lebanon, the Syrian and Iranian governments had joined the Axis of Resistance. This alliance has been providing important military assistance to the Palestinian resistance on the front lines against the Zio…
(2024-12-14). Some Thoughts On The Mystery Drones. caitlinjohnstone.com.au Okay I need to jot down some thoughts on the "mystery drone" thing because it's way too interesting a story to ignore.
(2024-12-14). Press TV, Iran: "Israeli aggression" [in Syria]. gilbertdoctorow.com As I have said several times in the past, I always appreciate the gentle prompting from the Iran broadcaster to put on my thinking cap and offer analysis of events that I otherwise would observe only as a consumer of information. So, it was this morning. The product of this process was http: //www.urmedium.net/c/presstv/131967 We are …
(2024-12-14). Iraqi PM warns over attacks on Syria as Blinken visits Baghdad. presstv.ir Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia' al-Sudani has warned that any aggression on Syrian territories will pose a direct threat to security and stability in the West Asia region.
(2024-12-14). Israeli warplanes hit Syrian military sites in Damascus, countryside. presstv.ir Israeli fighter jets have launched strikes against military sites in the Syrian capital Damascus and its countryside, in the latest such raids since militants toppled Bashar al-Assad's government almost a week ago.
(2024-12-14). UN envoy warns against Syria collapse at crisis talks. presstv.ir The UN special envoy for Syria has urged the international community to help maintain vital institutions in Syria following the fall of Assad's government almost a week ago.
(2024-12-14). Arab FMs affirm support for inclusive, peaceful power transition in Syria. presstv.ir The foreign ministers from eight Arab countries support a peaceful power transition in Syria engaging all political and social forces.
(2024-12-14). Dutch court rules against ban on arms exports to Israel. newarab.com 
A The non-governmental groups had accused Israel of conducting a "genocide" in its war in
(2024-12-14). Rights groups urge Iraqi government to halt 'secret executions'. newarab.com 
Rights organisations and activists on Thursday urged the In recent years, Iraqi courts have allegedly ordered hundreds of executions in "terror" cases, proceedings that rights groups say often lack due process or in which confessions suspected to have been extracted through torture are admissible…
(2024-12-14). US and UK mull engaging with HTS, removal of 'terror' status. newarab.com 
The While UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer said it was "far too early" to consider removing HTS from the UK's list of proscribed terrorist organisations, there has been increased discussion about t…
(2024-12-14). A State of Passion: One doctor's unwavering dedication for Gaza>. newarab.com 
If anyone still doubts that hell has surfaced on Earth and roams Gaza, they need to watch Carol Mansour and Muna Khalidi's latest documentary, This all-encompassing portrait of British-Palestinian surgeon Dr Ghassan Abu-Sittah — volunteering for the sixth time in his homeland of Palestine during a military conflict — lays bare the ongoing atrocities, which, despite the hypocritical rhetoric of international human rights discourse, no legal body seems capable of ending. | A State of Passion recently cele…
(2024-12-14). UAE flights flood airstrip UN says supplies weapons to Sudan. newarab.com 
(2024-12-14). Palestinian security forces launch operation in West Bank refugee camp. haaretz.com ISRAEL: IDF preparing for months-long hold of Syrian Mount Hermon ‚ñ GAZA: Israeli strike in central Gaza kills at least 30 people, reports say ‚ñ SYRIA: U.S. Secretary of State Blinken visits Turkish and Iraqi officials to discuss developments in Syria…
(2024-12-14). Report: Israeli strike kills 10 in central Gaza's Deir al-Balah, including city's mayor. haaretz.com ISRAEL: IDF preparing for months-long hold of Syrian Mount Hermon ‚ñ GAZA: Israeli strike in central Gaza kills at least 30 people, reports say ‚ñ WEST BANK: Palestinian security forces launch operation in West Bank refugee camp ‚ñ LEBANON: Israeli military says it struck launchers positioned to strike in Lebanon…
(2024-12-14). Syria: How the ICRC can help families find answers in their search for the missing. icrc.org
(2024-12-14). Syria: 35,000 registered missing in 13 years of conflict as ICRC helps families seek answers. icrc.org The following is a statement attributable to Stephan Sakalian, head of the delegation of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) in Syria.
(2024-12-14). Syria: ICRC is calling for safe humanitarian access and protection of civilians. icrc.org The following quote is from ICRC's head of delegation in Syria Stephan Sakalian on the humanitarian situation:…
(2024-12-14). Syria: The Bigger Question. ummid.com At the geopolitical level, the Syrian saga has not yet ended, but it has just begun.
(2024-12-14). Israel Is Invading Syria and Destroying Its Defenses Amid National Upheaval. truthout.org Even as Bashar al-Assad was scrambling to get out of Syria, Israel was mobilizing its military to take advantage of the power vacuum that Assad's ouster had created. After five decades of a low-level conflict between the two countries, Israel saw an opportunity to change the calculus, and it seized it. As of Wednesday, Israel had struck Syria nearly 500 times. Their goal with these attacks… |
(2024-12-14). Syria "Liberated" by its own Destroyers. globalresearch.ca Abu Mohammed al-Jolani, today's de facto ruler of Damascus, has an eloquent history: he began his jihadist militancy in al-Qaeda's ranks as an associate of Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, the "caliph" who founded ISIS, the Islamic State of Iraq and …
(2024-12-14). Inside Israel's Opportunistic Invasion of Syria. scheerpost.com 
(2024-12-14). Arab League Condemns Israeli Occupation of 'Buffer Zone' in Syria, Calls for UN Action. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The Arab League on Friday passed a resolution condemning Israel's occupation of Syria's buffer zone and urged the United Nations to intervene, as Israeli forces advance deeper into Syrian territory.
(2024-12-14). Syria demands Israeli withdrawal from its territory. plenglish.com Damascus, Dec 14 (Prensa Latina) The Syrian interim government has urged the United Nations Security Council to force Israel to withdraw from its national territory, local media reported today here.
(2024-12-14). Washington Celebrates Al-Qaeda's Victory in Syria. globalresearch.ca Washington finally completed its dirty war in Syria. What Julani …
(2024-12-14). Turkey says Damascus embassy to be 'operational' Saturday. newarab.com 
The new charge d'affairs, Burhan Koroglu, and his staff "left today, the embassy will be operational tomorrow," Foreign Minister Earlier this week, Fidan had said Ankara would reopen its embassy when the cond…
(2024-12-14). Nursing in Brazil: from super-exploitation to migration. peoplesdispatch.org 
In the first part of their analysis of nurses' working conditions in Brazil, Outra Saúde explored the systemic exploitation and deteriorating working conditions faced by health workers in Brazil, highlighting how these challenges are shaped by internal labor dynamics and policy changes. In this second part, the focus shifts to examine the external pressures exacerbating the crisis. | In the realm of labor relations in Brazil, one of the key drivers of the precarious conditions affecting nursing workers—and other health workers—has been the rise of Social Organizations (Organizaàßà£o Social…
(2024-12-14). Was South Korea's Coup An Attempt To Restart The Korean War? popularresistance.org As South Korea's political crisis continues following President Yoon's failed attempt to declare martial law on December 3, new details are emerging in the country's legislature that suggest the full scope of Yoon's coup plot may have included plans to trigger a "limited war" with North Korea. Planning documents circulated among accomplices prior to the martial law order also demonstrate that Yoon and former Defense Minister Kim Yong-hyun looked to past martial law orders as precedents, including those issued prior to the Gwangju Massacre and the Jeju Massacre.
(2024-12-14). Ivory Coast: Post-electoral crisis victims challenge Alassane Ouattara's amnesty law in ECOWAS Court. fidh.org
(2024-12-14). Palestine: The food, land, and water crisis in the context of the Zionist extermination of the Palestinian people in Gaza. cadtm.org
(2024-12-14). China: High-level dialogue explores crisis reporting through Chinese and global media lenses. icrc.org
(2024-12-14). Mourners praise dead occupation soldier who 'wanted to kill' Palestinians and lost count of his victims. skwawkbox.org 
Last weekend, Israeli armoured platoon commander Avraham Ben Pinchas was killed when the tank he was in during an Israeli operation in the southern Gaza Strip was hit by an anti-tank missile. Those mourning him at his funeral have praised the settler for his lust for killing Palestinians and listed some of the war crimes …
(2024-12-14). Reaction to ICC indictment reveals bipartisan contempt for international law. mronline.org 
The international community wants to hold Israeli leaders accountable for war crimes committed in Gaza. Why is the United States standing in the way?>
(2024-12-14). Could Israel's Netanyahu be about to agree to a Gaza ceasefire? aljazeera.com Rumours that Israeli prime minister may finally put his name to an agreement with Hamas abound, but why now?>
(2024-12-14). Netanyahu's court performance was everything jurists hate and prosecutors love. haaretz.com Netanyahu exuded arrogance and condescension as if he were saying: What's an statesman like me doing in this dank courtroom? The PM's attorney would have been wise to advise him that court isn't a TV studio and judges aren't members of the Likud Central Committee…
(2024-12-14). The Bibi Files: The leaked tapes exposing the Netanyahu family. newarab.com 
It offers a damning portrait of the unscrupulous politician — universally known as Bibi — who has manipulated regional conflicts and high-level influence to secure his survival in the face of crimina…
(2024-12-14). Israeli Soldiers Shoot a Young Man Near Ramallah. imemc.org 
On Saturday, Israeli forces shot a Palestinian young man after storming the village of Al-Mughayyir, northeast of Ramallah in the central occupied West Bank. Media sources said that occupation forces invaded Al-Mughayyir village on Saturday, sparking protests from local citizens; soldiers opened fire with live rounds, shooting a young man. Sources added that soldiers shot a …
(2024-12-14). Liberal government intervenes to outlaw Canada Post strike. wsws.org MacKinnon's move is an attack not just on postal workers, but the entire working class. It marks the third time since August that the Liberal government, without even referring to a parliamentary vote, has arbitrarily robbed workers of their supposedly constitutionally protected right to strike.
(2024-12-14). The record Pentagon spending bill and America's hidden nuclear rearmament. wsws.org The US House of Representatives overwhelmingly voted this week to allocate a record amount of money to fund war all over the world, including a major buildup of the US nuclear forces.
(2024-12-14). South Korean MPs vote to impeach president over martial law. presstv.ir South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol was impeached on Saturday over his failed martial law bid.
(2024-12-14). Georgia's governing party set to install former footballer as new president. aljazeera.com Ex-Man City striker Mikheil Kavelashvili is only candidate standing in a vote put to politicians rather than the people.
(2024-12-14). South Korea National Assembly votes to impeach President Yoon Suk-yeol. aljazeera.com Some members of Yoon's own conservative People Power Party provided crucial votes backing the impeachment.
(2024-12-14). Georgia installs former footballer Mikheil Kavelashvili as new president. aljazeera.com Ex-Man City striker Mikheil Kavelashvili was only candidate in vote put to politicians rather than the people.
(2024-12-14). S. Korean parliament starts vote on 2nd impeachment motion against president. ecns.cn South Korea's National Assembly on Saturday started voting on a second impeachment motion against President Yoon Suk-yeol over his botched declaration of martial law.
(2024-12-14). Breaking video: new massacre in N Gaza as Israel bombs school and shelter. skwawkbox.org Many killed and wounded Israel has just bombed the Al Majda school in north-west Gaza, where hundreds of displaced families were sheltering. No death toll has yet been confirmed, but local journalists Hossam Shbat and Wadeea say there have been many deaths and many more wounded, mostly women and children: Wadeea says during his report: …
(2024-12-14). Israeli forces kill disabled Palestinian during raid on West Bank. presstv.ir Israeli forces have shot and killed a young disabled Palestinian man during a raid on the southern part of the occupied West Bank.
(2024-12-14). Mother, baby among 7 killed in Israel's raid on Gaza City school. presstv.ir The regime's airstrike on a former school in Gaza City killed at least seven Palestinians on Saturday.
(2024-12-14). Israel deliberately targeted captives in Gaza to 'get rid of them': Hamas. presstv.ir Hamas's armed wing says Israel's military has recently targeted a place of Israeli hostages in Gaza.
(2024-12-14). Israel bombards hospital, school in Gaza, a day after Nuseirat massacre. aljazeera.com Israel continues bombing and burning homes in northern Gaza and bombing Khan Younis in the south.
(2024-12-14). Israel bombards schools and homes in Gaza, a day after Nuseirat massacre. aljazeera.com Israel has killed at least 52 people over past day as it continues to target civilians, hitting two Gaza City schools.
(2024-12-14). 'We need to protect the Palestinians in the name of a shared future,' says Israeli-German philosopher Omri Boehm. haaretz.com The Israeli left, since October 7, has shown itself no less deserving of criticism than the global left, says the Israeli-German philosopher Omri Boehm, a universalist who advocates a one-state solution as the only way to achieve full human equality here…
(2024-12-14). When the West Bank land is worth millions, settlers don't mind expelling other settlers. haaretz.com Why is Israel's settlement movement increasingly initiating the destruction of its own outposts and farms? It's a complex phenomenon shaped by demographic pressures, unfulfilled promises, internal disputes and rising real estate prices. A Shomrim investigation looks at the dynamics behind the developments…
(2024-12-14). Palestinians accuse UK of supporting Israel amid Gaza famine. newarab.com 
(2024-12-14). Israeli MK Ofer Cassif on his suspension and Gaza support. newarab.com 
(2024-12-14). Yemen's Houthis claim launching new drone attacks against Israel. independent.co.ug 
SANAA, Yemen | Xinhua | Yemen's Houthi group said in a statement on Friday that they had launched multiple drone attacks targeting "Israeli targets." "We carried out two military operations, the first of which targeted a military target in the occupied Ashkelon city, while the second targeted a target in the occupied Jaffa city," Houthi military …
(2024-12-14). Study Finds 96% of Gaza Children Fear Imminent Death—And Half Want to Die. indybay.org "The world's failure to protect Gaza's children is a moral failing on a monumental scale," said one advocate. Addressing the complicity of allies like the United States, Germany, and Britain, who provide weapons and diplomatic cover for Israel, progressive U.K. parliamentarian Jeremy Corbyn wrote on social media in response to the new report, "Every single supplier of arms to Israel has blood on its hands—and the world will never forgive them."
(2024-12-14). Tougher IAEA Inspection Quite Natural: Iran's Nuclear Chief. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran Mohammad Eslami tamped down media controversy over the new plans for the UN nuclear agency to toughen the monitoring of Iran's nuclear activities, describing it as part of an ordinary course.
(2024-12-14). Iran says will not obstruct IAEA monitoring activities. presstv.ir The head of Iran's Atomic Energy Organization (AEOI) has reaffirmed that Tehran has not and will not impede inspection of its nuclear facilities by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).
(2024-12-14). Iran agrees to more monitoring at Fordo enrichment plant – IAEA. newarab.com 
Iran has agreed to increased monitoring by the UN nuclear watchdog at its The The changes would "significantly increase the rate of production of <...
(2024-12-14). Some Clarity on Imperialism Today. dissidentvoice.org Imperialism is not the creation of any one or of any group of states. It is the product of a particular stage of ripeness in the world development of capital, an innately international condition, an indivisible whole, that is recognizable only in all its relations, and from which no nation can hold aloof at will… …
(2024-12-14). The Eighth Continent Is The Continent Of Sleaze. popularresistance.org The eighth continent is the Continent of Sleaze. You and I have never been there, only heard rumours about it. On that continent, there are rivers of money in which corporate executives bathe and from which they extract whatever they want in order to increase their power, privilege, and property. The corporate executives venture out to lay their hands on the wealth of the world and carry it back to their Continent of Sleaze. What remains is dust and shadows, barely enough for people to survive so that they can continue to labour and produce more social wealth for the Continent of Sleaze.
(2024-12-14). Behind UnitedHealthcare's CEO Is A Larger System Of Corporate Rule. popularresistance.org The killing of UnitedHealthcare's Brian Thompson — a brazen assassination of a wealthy CEO in the streets of midtown Manhattan — shocked the United States. But the tsunami of mass anger unleashed against a hated for-profit health care system has so far defined the story in the news. The killing sparked a deluge of personal testimonies of horrifying experiences with health insurance corporations. Dark humor around the shooting continues to flood social media. | Millions of people in the U.S. viscerally hate health insurance corporations, and see these companies and their CEOs as symbols of the worst ki…
(2024-12-14). A case for disruption. workers.org 
In the United States, the First Amendment is best known for granting the right to freedom of speech, but it also includes freedom of assembly. According to a publication by Veera Korhonen, 18,356 demonstrations in the U.S. were recorded from January 2023 through August 2024. (statista.com, Sept. 5) And as . . . |
(2024-12-14). Penny verdict negates state messaging on mental health, encourages racist vigilante violence. workers.org 
On May 1, 2023, Jordan Neely was strangled to death in a New York City subway car. Yesterday, Dec. 9, his killer, Daniel Penny, was found not guilty of criminally negligent homicide and had the more severe charge of manslaughter dismissed because of a hung — predominantly white — jury. . . . |
(2024-12-14). Dec. 18 New York City Hall protest vs. DEPORTATIONS. workers.org 
The following is a lightly edited press release from Workers World Party published on Dec. 12, 2024. Today, New York City Mayor Eric Adams met with the incoming "border czar" Tom Homan to map out the city's collaboration with President Trump's mass deportation plans. Already Adams has cruelly cut housing, . . . |
(2024-12-14). First Amendment: Anathema or weapon? workers.org 
CU#1126, SCI-Pine Grove I've been sitting in obscurity in solitary confinement now for over 280 days, in the inferno of the entrails of the Restricted Housing Unit (RHU) at Pennsylvania's state correctional institution in Pine Grove, litigating my federal lawsuit Arroyo v. McGinley (No. 1: 23-cv-01083), while trying to figure out . . . |
(2024-12-14). He battled the warmakers: Terry Klug, 1947-2024. workers.org 
Terry Klug, who many participants in anti-war actions of the 1960s and 1970s know as an iconic active-duty anti-war GI and a leader of the 1969 Fort Dix Stockade rebellion, died Dec. 5 in New York at the age of 77. Terry Klug, seated left, with other GI resisters in . . . |
(2024-12-14). He battled the warmakers: Terry Klug, 1947-2024. workers.org 
Terry Klug, who many participants in anti-war actions of the 1960s and 1970s know as an iconic active-duty anti-war GI and a leader of the 1969 Fort Dix Stockade rebellion, died Dec. 5 in New York at the age of 77. Terry Klug, seated left, with other GI resisters in . . . |
(2024-12-14). Lebanon: Displaced and trading innocence for resilience in the suburbs of Beirut. icrc.org
(2024-12-14). China calls for halt to Mideast hostilities. ecns.cn Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Friday urged a ceasefire in the Middle East and called for more efforts to resume dialogue and negotiations to promote security and peace as the region is plagued by mounting crises since the outbreak of the Gaza conflict last October.
(2024-12-14). FIDH at ASP23: Defending the International Criminal Court and amplifying victims' voices. fidh.org
(2024-12-14). Egypt court adds 15 Muslim Brotherhood affiliates to terror list. newarab.com 
A court in The five-year term began on 4 December when the Cairo Criminal Court issued the ruling. | The individuals include the former spokesman for the Egyptian health ministry Yahya al-Sayyed Musa, activist and former media spokesman for the Muslim Brotherhood Jihad Issam al-H…
(2024-12-14). Why ICC scheduled Kony's confirmation of charges hearing in 2025. independent.co.ug 
Gulu, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Pre-Trial Chamber III of the International Criminal Court (ICC) has scheduled September 9, 2025, as the date for the commencement of the confirmation of charges hearing against fugitive Lord's Resistance Army (LRA) leader Joseph Kony. The hearing will be held in the absence of Joseph Kony and will be …
(2024-12-14). Jenin Brigades commander killed as PA forces raid occupied West Bank camp. aljazeera.com Coalition of armed groups in occupied Palestinian territory condemns killing of Yazid Ja'ayseh as 'serious violation'.
(2024-12-14). Hamas warns PA security forces over targeting resistance fighters. presstv.ir Hamas warns that Palestinian Authority security forces' targeting of resistance fighters in the West Bank will deepen internal divisions at a critical moment in the Palestinian struggle.
(2024-12-14). Sri Lanka: Reading the General Election 2024. cadtm.org
(2024-12-14). Sri Lanka's People Have Kicked Out the Old Political Class. cadtm.org
(2024-12-14). The CADTM International network condemns the cowardice of Northern governments in response to the climate emergency. cadtm.org
(2024-12-14). Ireland election: its economic model under threat? cadtm.org
(2024-12-14). Clean Energy Program in Iran on Agenda: President. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian unveiled plans to increase the generation of clean energy in order to redress the imbalance in the production and consumption of fossil fuels.
(2024-12-14). Iran to Unveil Updated List of Terror Victims. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Iran plans to unveil an updated list of victims of terrorism in the country.
(2024-12-14). Iranian economy shows 4% growth in the first half of the current Iranian year. tvbrics.com 
Agriculture sector has shown a growth of 2.9 per cent…
(2024-12-14). 40 years after Bhopal gas tragedy, barefoot school 'offers hope'. aljazeera.com Former students at a school for children of survivors of the 1984 disaster recall families' struggles in the aftermath.
(2024-12-14). The secret treasure trove still hidden in Africa's forests. aljazeera.com The 'last biotic frontier' lies hidden right above our heads in the continent's fascinating tree canopies.
(2024-12-14). Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,024. aljazeera.com Here are the key developments on the 1,024th day of the Russia-Ukraine war.
(2024-12-14). Singapore steps up executions and pressure on anti-death penalty groups. aljazeera.com Singapore has executed nine people so far this year and dozens more are on death row for drug trafficking offences.
(2024-12-14). US court denies TikTok's plea to stop likely ban until Supreme Court review. aljazeera.com TikTok spokesperson says the company's Chinese owners plan to take its case to the Supreme Court.
(2024-12-14). Will South Korea's President Yoon survive second impeachment motion? aljazeera.com The stakes are high for President Yoon Suk-yeol as the opposition tries again to impeach him for declaring martial law.
(2024-12-14). Could eating dark chocolate reduce the risk of diabetes? aljazeera.com
(2024-12-14). One dead, dozens missing after two boats sink off Greece's Gavdos. aljazeera.com Greek coastguard search to find dozens of missing migrants, assisted by Italian frigate, helicopters.
(2024-12-14). Thai police arrest two after deadly bomb attack at festival. aljazeera.com Police say a member of rebel group KNU clashed with 'rival gangster' in Tak province, but group denies involvement.
(2024-12-14). India vs Australia: Border-Gavaskar third Test opens with a near washout. aljazeera.com The first day of the third Test is a near washout as Australia and India are left frustrated by rain in Brisbane.
(2024-12-14). Pakistan cricket: Controversial Amir retires from international stage. aljazeera.com Mohammad Amir, who was once jailed in the United Kingdom for spot-fixing, has retired from Pakistan cricket.
(2024-12-14). Murdoch outlets and Bezos' WaPo demand more sympathy for health insurance execs. mronline.org 
The early morning murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was met on social media with a "torrent of hate" for health insurance executives.
(2024-12-14). Australia's ABC's Colonel Blimp: Why Kim Williams Misunderstands Joe Rogan. globalresearch.ca The position of a state broadcaster, one funded directly by taxpayers from a particular country, places it in a delicate position. The risk of alignment with the views of the day, as dictated by one class over another; the danger …
(2024-12-14). ALBA-TCP holds 24th Summit in Caracas. plenglish.com Caracas, Dec 14 (Prensa Latina) The Bolivarian Alliance for the Peoples of Our America-People's Trade Treaty (ALBA-TCP) is holding its 24th Summit of Heads of State and Government in Caracas on Saturday.
(2024-12-14). Bolivian President attends ALBA-TCP meeting in Venezuela. plenglish.com La Paz, Dec 14 (Prensa Latina) Bolivian President, Luis Arce, on Saturday arrived in Venezuela to attend the Summit of the Bolivarian Alliance for the Peoples of Our America-Peoples' Trade Treaty (ALBA-TCP), currently celebrating its 20th anniversary.
(2024-12-14). Late-breaking abstract at SUO: Novel oncolytic immunotherapy shows promise for patients with bladder cancer. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org ROCHESTER, Minn. — A Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center researcher will share findings from a late-breaking abstract at the 2024 Society of Urologic Oncology Annual Meeting in Dallas, Dec. 4-6. The study demonstrated a potentially effective treatment for patients with bladder cancer who no longer respond to the common therapy, Bacillus Calmette-Guérin (BCG). The novel treatment, cretostimogene grenadenorepvec, is an oncolytic immunotherapy, meaning it is a virus designed to selectively replicate in and break down…
(2024-12-14). In case you missed it: This week's Top 5 stories on social media. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Check out a few of the most popular News Network stories on @mayoclinic social media this past week. Laparoscopic Whipple procedure for pancreatic cancer One key treatment option for pancreatic cancer is the Whipple procedure, a complex surgery that removes the head of the pancreas. There are three approaches to this challenging surgery: open, laparoscopic and robotic.‚Å What makes oatmeal the ideal breakfast for heart health and weight loss? Oatmeal is a nutritious, inexpensive and…
(2024-12-14). What makes oatmeal the ideal breakfast for heart health and weight loss? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Oatmeal is a nutritious, inexpensive and versatile way to incorporate whole grains into your diet and help you start your morning off right. Oats made history when they became the first food with a Food and Drug Administration health claim label in 1997. This claim was related to heart health and showed that intake of whole oat products decreased blood cholesterol levels. What makes oats so healthy? Oats contain a type of soluble fiber called beta-glucan, which lowers blood…
(2024-12-14). China is introducing spherical robots to chase down criminals; the robots will eventually replace humans in fighting crime. expose-news.com On Monday, the US Sun described some dystopian technology that is becoming a reality: Chinese AI-powered spherical robots capable of detecting, chasing and apprehending using net-launching cannons; a Polish faceless robot with …
(2024-12-14). China: The 18th IHL Moot Court concludes in Guilin, CUPL claims victory for the sixth time. icrc.org
(2024-12-14). China: Experts discuss paths to bring peace and stability in Africa. icrc.org
(2024-12-14). China: Journalists discuss impact of harmful information and media's role during humanitarian crises. icrc.org
(2024-12-14). Comicomment: Who is playing the 'magic flute' in the South China Sea. ecns.cn
(2024-12-14). Experts see expansionary moves ahead. ecns.cn China may roll out unprecedented expansionary moves in macroeconomic adjustments next year after a top-level meeting signaled a significant shift of mindset in prioritizing the expansion of domestic demand amid external uncertainties.
(2024-12-14). Police bust illegal money businesses. ecns.cn China's police have conducted five operations to capture 846 suspects in a campaign the Ministry of Public Security launched in May to crack down on "money changing", a ministry official said.
(2024-12-14). China's FDI inflow rises 6 pct in November. ecns.cn Foreign direct investment (FDI) in the Chinese mainland in actual use climbed 6 percent in November from the same period last year, the Ministry of Commerce said Saturday.
(2024-12-14). CNS Fujian completes fifth trial voyage. ecns.cn The CNS Fujian, China's third aircraft carrier and the world's biggest non-American carrier, has carried out five sea trials, according to a military spokesman.
(2024-12-14). Mpox vaccine ready for clinical trial. ecns.cn China's top drug regulator has recently approved clinical trials of a mpox vaccine developed by the domestic drugmaker Sinopharm, adding to a growing number of homegrown candidates in the pipeline, according to the company.
(2024-12-14). Nanjing Massacre victims remembered. ecns.cn China held its annual national memorial ceremony on Friday in Nanjing in Jiangsu province to commemorate the 300,000 victims of the Nanjing Massacre in 1937.
(2024-12-14). 40 new vocational majors introduced. ecns.cn China has added 40 new majors to its vocational education directory, marking the largest expansion since the latest revision in 2021, according to the Ministry of Education.
(2024-12-14). Ex-soccer executives get prison terms for corruption. ecns.cn Two more former senior soccer executives have received prison terms in Hubei province, as China's anti-corruption campaign in the sport continues.
(2024-12-14). Cradle of civilization: Qiang New Year Festival. ecns.cn UNESCO has added Qiang New Year festival, celebrated in China's Sichuan province, to its Representative List of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. Every year, on the first day of the 10th lunar month, the Qiang people celebrate their most significant traditional festival, the Qiang New Year. Centered around themes of worshiping heaven and expressing gratitude, they hold ceremonies during the festival to honor the gods, drive away evil, express gratitude for the harvest, and pray for blessings.
(2024-12-14). Bolivia and China enhance cooperation. plenglish.com La Paz, Dec 14 (Prensa Latina) Bolivia and China have decided to give a new boost to bilateral cooperation in trade, finance, mining, and industrialization, following a meeting between President Luis Arce and China's Ambassador here, Wang Lian.
(2024-12-14). Lessons from COVID-19. Mass Formation. Stand for Democracy against Technocracy. globalresearch.ca "Then I went and looked up the second study he quoted from January through March of 2020. That drug trial was for COVID-19 patients. They picked 52 patients from around the world and that study was sponsored by Gilead the …
(2024-12-14). Mayo Clinic Minute: Reduce risk of respiratory infections. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Rates of infection for respiratory viruses are currently low in the U.S. but are starting to rise, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Flu, COVID-19 and RSV spread more in fall and winter, especially during holiday gatherings, travel and time spent indoors. Dr. Robert Jacobson, medical director of Mayo Clinic's Primary Care Immunization Program, says there are tools to help reduce the risk of becoming severely ill from these respiratory infections. Watch: The Mayo…
(2024-12-14). Xi to attend Macao's 25th return anniversary celebration. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping will be in Macao from Dec. 18 to 20 to attend a gathering marking the 25th anniversary of Macao's return to the motherland.
(2024-12-14). Xi's visit boosts efficient, public services in SAR. ecns.cn Five years ago, coinciding with the 20th anniversary of Macao's return to the motherland, President Xi visited Chu's workplace — the special administrative region's first "one-stop" government services center.
(2024-12-14). Xi reaffirms full support for Hong Kong SAR govt. ecns.cn President Xi Jinping reaffirmed on Friday Beijing's full backing to Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu and the HKSAR government in forging ahead with reform, aligning with national strategies and shaping the city's new strengths and momentum for growth.
(2024-12-14). Generative AI playing major role in translation. ecns.cn With generative artificial intelligence tools — such as ChatGPT — being widely embraced in foreign language education and translation tasks, the rapid development of such tools has also presented some challenges, reshaping the sectors.
(2024-12-14). Documentary sheds light on untold stories. ecns.cn A documentary detailing the efforts of an overseas Chinese individual in Japan to collect evidence of the 1937 Nanjing Massacre and his pursuit of compensation for Chinese forced laborers during World War II was previewed in Tokyo on Friday…
(2024-12-14). Unlocking Chinese Cities: Fresh strawberries go global from northeast Chinese city. ecns.cn Love strawberries? Head to Donggang of Liaoning and indulge all you want. In 2023, the city had a strawberry planting area of around 13,400 hectares, with a total production of 316,000 tons, worthing nearly 10 billion yuan. Donggang strawberries are not only popular domestically but also exported overseas.
(2024-12-14). UK govt urged to issue medical visas for wounded Gaza children. newarab.com 
A parliamentary session held at The session, organised by the
(2024-12-14). Video: American Armies Are the Greatest Impediment to Peace in the Korean Peninsula. globalresearch.ca
(2024-12-14). "Peace on Planet Earth: Cancel Your NATO Membership. It's Easy?? "Say Goodbye" to the Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO). globalresearch.ca Article 13 of the Washington Treaty describes a Simple Procedure for a NATO Member State, to Cancel its Membership. | Below is the stated objective of NATO: Peace and Security, Individual Liberty and the Rule of Law, Safeguard Freedom and Democracy….
(2024-12-14). Health tips and lookouts to help you power through the holiday season. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Mindfulness is key, Mayo Clinic Healthcare expert says LONDON — Whether it's overeating, catching an illness or feeling stress or sheer exhaustion, a busy calendar of holiday festivities can take a toll on health, says Safia Debar, MBBS, a general practitioner and stress management expert at Mayo Clinic Healthcare in London. In this expert alert, Dr. Debar answers common questions and offers tips to help you power through holiday gatherings in good health. Whether it…
(2024-12-14). American Mission Hospital in Bahrain joins Mayo Clinic Care Network. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org A'ALI, Bahrain and ROCHESTER, Minn. — Mayo Clinic and King Hamad American Mission Hospital have announced that King Hamad American Mission Hospital is the newest member of the Mayo Clinic Care Network. King Hamad American Mission Hospital is the first institution in Bahrain to join the Mayo Clinic Care Network, a group of carefully vetted healthcare organizations with special access to Mayo Clinic's knowledge and expertise. "We are proud to join the elite group of hospitals…
(2024-12-14). It's Not Just Denied Claims. Insurance Firms Are Hiring Middlemen to Deny Meds. truthout.org Amid an outpouring of frustration with for-profit health insurance sparked by the assassination of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson on December 4, much of the media coverage has focused on the alleged shooter, 26-year-old Luigi Mangione, and the industry's nasty habit of maximizing profits by denying claims and leaving sick and vulnerable patients with massive medical bills. |
(2024-12-14). From the classroom to the courtroom: The journey of Bangladesh law students advocating for international humanitarian law. icrc.org
(2024-12-14). Iraq: Humanitarian Call for Witnesses from the Gulf War 1990-1991. icrc.org
(2024-12-14). Egypt: Al-Azhar University and ICRC explore similarities between International Humanitarian Law and Islamic Sharia. icrc.org
(2024-12-14). ICRC: "We have the chance to improve the lives of millions" icrc.org Delivered by Ms. Laetitia Courtois, Permanent Observer and Head of Delegation, UN General Assembly debate on strengthening of the coordination of humanitarian and disaster relief assistance of the United Nations, including special economic assistance…
(2024-12-14). Bangladesh: Hopeful embrace ends eight years of despair as Mariam is reunited with her husband. icrc.org
(2024-12-14). Afghanistan: Helping a record number of children with cerebral palsy. icrc.org
(2024-12-14). South Africa: The 23rd Southern Africa and Indian Ocean States Regional IHL Seminar. icrc.org spotlighting "the 75th Anniversary of the Geneva Conventions — strengthening humanity"
(2024-12-14). South Africa: Global Military Personnel Identification Conference. icrc.org Convening State armed forces to create "international guidelines for identifying military personnel and preventing them from going missing"
(2024-12-14). Thailand: ICRC and Thammasat University screen film, host discussion on IHL and South-East Asian history. icrc.org
(2024-12-14). Venezuela: Medical equipment — a matter of life and death. icrc.org
(2024-12-14). OEWG: ICRC Statement on International Law. icrc.org Delivered by Kosuke Onishi, Legal Adviser, at the 9th Substantive Session of the Open-Ended Working Group on security of and in the use of information and communications technologies 2021-2025, New York…
(2024-12-14). OEWG: ICRC Statement on Threats. icrc.org Delivered by Kosuke Onishi, Legal Adviser, at the 9th Substantive Session of the Open-Ended Working Group on security of and in the use of information and communications technologies 2021-2025, New York…
(2024-12-14). Evaluation of the ICRC Learning Culture. icrc.org
(2024-12-14). Oro cubano en mundial juvenil de raquetbol. radiohc.cu La Habana, 14 dic (RHC) El cubano Cristian Menéndez conquistó la medalla de oro del XXXV Campeonato Mundial Júnior de Raquetbol de Guatemala 2024.
(2024-12-14). 1,100 books purged from public school libraries in Tennessee as districts comply with the reactionary Age-Appropriate Materials Act. wsws.org It is only one step from banning books to burning them, as the Nazis did.
(2024-12-14). SATIRE: Biden Commutes 1,500 Prison Sentences. theonion.com 
President Joe Biden commuted the sentences of roughly 1,500 people who were released from prison and placed on home confinement during the coronavirus pandemic, while also pardoning 39 Americans convicted of nonviolent crimes in the largest single-day act of clemency in modern history. What do you think?
(2024-12-14). India's opposition accuses government of links with Adani, calls for investigation. peoplesdispatch.org India's ruling BJP has been accused of protecting and promoting Adani despite repeated allegations of the company's corrupt practices. Adani was finally indicted in the US last month.
(2024-12-14). Artists from various countries compete in Graphic Humor event in Cuba. plenglish.com Santa Clara, Cuba, Dec 14 (Prensa Latina) Eighty artists from various countries are participating in the 23rd International Graphic Humor Salon Santa Clara 2024, which will award the winners on December 20 in central Cuban city.
(2024-12-14). Cuban official hails access to Higher Education in his country. plenglish.com Montevideo, Dec 14 (Prensa Latina) Cuba remains an international benchmark in accessing higher education as the citizen's right, Cuban Deputy Higher Education Minister Modesto Gomez told Prensa Latina in this capital.
(2024-12-14). Mycoplasma pneumonia kills three in Chile. plenglish.com A 13-year-old girl in O'Higgins and two senior citizens from the Metropolitan Region and Aysen died of the disease. Another person who passed away in the BioBio region is still under investigation. | Christian Garcia, director of Epidemiology at MINSAL, informed that deaths due to this bacterium are not common, as the disease responds satisfactorily to antibiotics. | Regarding infections, Garcia reported that pneumonia cases increased in September, while they remained relatively stable in October and November, which is a good sign. | Mycoplasma pneumonia is a bacterium with circulation cycles every 4-8 years, us…
(2024-12-14). Ecuador's Weekly Wrap-Up: Blackouts, protests, and promises. plenglish.com Quito, Dec 14 (Prensa Latina) Protests against the construction of a prison in the Amazonian community of Archidona and the Government's promise to end power cuts on December 20 became Ecuador's media milestones over the week that ends on Saturday.
(2024-12-14). Parliamentary survey and social protests fill limelight in Panama. plenglish.com Panama City, Dec 14 (Prensa Latina) A nationwide survey conducted by Panama's National Assembly (parliament) and social protests against Bill 163 on Social Security Fund (CSS), were the most significant developments over week coming to an end here.
(2024-12-14). Russia is developing despite unprecedented sanctions, says Putin. plenglish.com Moscow, Dec 14 (Prensa Latina) Russia is developing, the economy is growing, and this is happening in spite of sanctions unprecedented in world history, said today president Vladimir Putin, speaking at the 22nd Congress of the United Russia Party.
(2024-12-14). YouTube Brazil asked to remove fake videos about Lula's health. plenglish.com Brasilia, Dec 14 (Prensa Latina) The Attorney General's Office (AGU) asked YouTube Brazil to remove, within 24 hours, fake videos about President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva's health, it was learned on Saturday.
(2024-12-14). Chile: Aymara community rejects exclusion from lithium consultation. plenglish.com Santiago, Chile, Dec 14 (Prensa Latina) The Aymara community of Ancovinto, in the Chilean region of Tarapacá, filed a legal appeal for being excluded from the consultation on the exploitation of lithium in the Coipasa salt flat, it was reported here on Friday.
(2024-12-14). Nicaragua will not raise fuel prices. plenglish.com Managua, Dec 14 (Prensa Latina) The Government of Nicaragua will keep fuel prices unchanged next week and will again assume 100 percent of the increase in fuel prices, the Nicaraguan Energy Institute reported on Friday.
(2024-12-14). Panamanian authorities seize more than two tons of drugs. plenglish.com According to the report from that institution, the seizure was made during operations carried out by patrol boats near the island of Punta Coco, in the Archipelago of Las Perlas and Punta Mala, in the western province of Los Santos. | In the first raid, they captured 779 kilograms of cocaine inside a boat that was trying to get away from the Panamamian coast. | The second seizure of 1,335 kilograms of this illicit substance was made near Punta Coco, when SENAN agents called a boat manned by several people who threw the cargo into the sea to try to escape, the official report added. | So far this year, Panamanian…
(2024-12-14). Russia-based Fidel Castro Foundation launches magazine in Cuba. plenglish.com Havana, Dec 14 (Prensa Latina) The Fidel Castro Ruz Center in Havana hosted the launch of the Cuba magazine, published by the Russia-based Foundation named after the historic leader of the Cuban Revolution.
(2024-12-14). Parlamento surcoreano aprueba destitución del presidente Yoon Suk-yeol. radiohc.cu La Habana, 14 dic (RHC) La Asamblea Nacional de Corea del Sur votó este sábado, en Seúl, a favor de destituir al presidente de ese país, Yoon Suk-yeol.
(2024-12-14). Trump Says No to 'Foolish' US Missile Attacks on Russia. scheerpost.com 
(2024-12-14). Andrey Lankov, a Korea expert: Sooner or later, the DPRK soldiers will appear at the Ukrainian frontline. unitedworldint.com On the content of the Russian-North Korean Strategic Partnership. Andrei Lankov is one of the leading Russian oriental studies experts. In 1985, he attended Pyongyang's Kim Il Sung University and currently works as a professor at Kookmin University, Seoul. Unlike lots of other pundits, Lankov does his best to analyse the DPRK issues impartially, ignoring …
(2024-12-14). Andrey Lankov, a Korea expert: Sooner or later, the DPRK soldiers will appear at the Ukrainian frontline. uwidata.com Andrei Lankov is one of the leading Russian oriental studies experts. In 1985, he attended Pyongyang's Kim Il Sung University and currently works as a professor at Kookmin University, Seoul. Unlike lots of other pundits, Lankov does his best to analyse the DPRK issues impartially, ignoring propaganda of both sides. Exclusively to UWI, Andrei Lankov …
(2024-12-14). Biden Aims to Go Out With a Bellicose Bang. scheerpost.com 
(2024-12-14). Congress Revives Cold War Tactics With New Anti-Communism School Curriculum. scheerpost.com 
(2024-12-14). Some Will Rob You With a Six-Gun, and Some With a Fountain Pen. scheerpost.com 
(2024-12-14). To Enjoy Life A Little Bit… smoothiex12.blogspot.com In the midst of a horror. One is a stunning beauty in everything. Others, my cuto-o-meter just broke by going off the scale)) That's what civilization does ⚪ creates a culture, which speaks to everyone.
(2024-12-14). UN slams Taliban ban on Afghan women's medical education. newarab.com 
(2024-12-14). Without Transformative Local Media, Our Communities Are Vulnerable. truthout.org As we feel our way through the political haze following Donald Trump's reelection to the White House, one underlying reality is clear: In the fight for control over our political system and economy, the ultrarich are winning — and they're winning by a lot. The day after the election, the 10 richest people in the world increased their wealth by roughly $64 billion, the largest daily increase… |
(2024-12-14). Students Fear Applying for Financial Aid Will Prompt Family Members' Deportation. truthout.org Abig part of Elizabeth House's job is encouraging students to fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA. The FAFSA is the key to support for financial aid such as Pell Grants and federally backed loans, but parents must provide their Social Security numbers or fill out nine zeros if they do not have one. For students who have family members without the proper… |
(2024-12-14). Texas AG Sues New York Doctor, Putting Abortion Provider Shield Laws to the Test. truthout.org Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has filed a lawsuit accusing a New York doctor of prescribing abortion drugs to a Texas resident in violation of state law. This lawsuit is the first attempt to test what happens when state abortion laws are at odds with each other. New York has a shield law that protects providers from out-of-state investigations and prosecutions, which has served as… |
(2024-12-14). Toxic PFAS Chemicals Found in Rural CA Drinking Water Far From Known Sources. truthout.org Juana Valle never imagined she'd be scared to drink water from her tap or eat fresh eggs and walnuts when she bought her 5-acre farm in San Juan Bautista, California, three years ago. Escaping city life and growing her own food was a dream come true for the 52-year-old. Then Valle began to suspect water from her well was making her sick. "Even if everything is organic, it doesn't matter… |
(2024-12-14). The for-profit health insurance racket: From HMOs to "Value-based care" wsws.org Pioneered by the Obama administration and the Affordable Care Act, value-based care has become an important mechanism for subordinating all health services to corporate profits.
(2024-12-14). Volkswagen: "New era" in social policy means thousands of auto jobs cut. wsws.org The declaration of war on the VW workforce heralds a new era in social policy that affects more than just Volkswagen. Just as the ruling class is once again focusing on rearmament and projecting military force in foreign policy, it is also focused on confrontation in social policy. The two are inextricably linked.
(2024-12-14). Explosive anger mounts against Acero school closures in Chicago: "We are not items to be counted as dollar signs!" wsws.org At a board meeting on Wednesday night, educators, parents and students in Chicago exploded in anger against the proposed plans to close seven charter schools.
(2024-12-14). Students and faculty protest layoffs at California State University system. wsws.org Despite widespread outrage over the layoffs and budget cuts, the CFA union is making clear it will passively accept the attacks.
(2024-12-14). New York University bans pro-Palestinian faculty and students. wsws.org The IYSSE in New York and New Jersey demands that New York University's bans on pro-Palestinian faculty and students be lifted immediately.
(2024-12-14). Reflections from some statements of Al-Allamah Rabee Bin Hadi Al-Mad'khali [33 of 80]. salaficentre.com In The Name of Allah, The Most Merciful, The Bestower of Mercy. ÿߟÑÿ≥ÿ§ÿßŸÑ : ŸÖÿß ÿ≠ŸÉŸÖ ÿߟÑÿ¨ŸÖÿßÿπÿ© ÿߟÑÿ´ÿߟܟäÿ© ŸÅŸä ÿߟџÖÿ≥ÿ¨ÿØ ÿߟÑÿ∞Ÿä ÿ™ŸÇÿßŸÖ ÿ®Ÿá ÿ…
(2024-12-14). The beautiful outcome. salaficentre.com In The Name of Allah, The Most Merciful, The Bestower of Mercy. Imam Ibn Al-Qayyim, may Allah have mercy upon him, said: When Allah and His Messenger are on one side beware of being on the other side because that would lead you to be in opposition. Even if all the people are on the …
(2024-12-14). The Threat of Mirror Life: Revolutionary Science or Unprecedented Risk? wattsupwiththat.com "Unless compelling evidence emerges that mirror life would not pose extraordinary dangers, we believe that mirror bacteria and other mirror organisms, even those with engineered biocontainment measures, should not be created. We therefore recommend that research with the goal of creating mirror bacteria not be permitted, and that funders make clear that they will not support such work."
(2024-12-14). Claim: Climate Change Will Cause Lots of Extinctions, but "we do not know exactly when" wattsupwiththat.com I thought science was supposed to be falsifiable?>
(2024-12-14). Even the Guardian is Concerned about Miliband's Renewable Energy Plans. wattsupwiththat.com "… The plans come as low wind and solar power generation forced Britain to rely heavily on burning gas and wood pellets. …"
(2024-12-14). Video: Lammy special adviser's 'shocking racist rant' about London. skwawkbox.org 
Foreign Secretary David Lammy's special adviser Ben Judah has been filmed making comments about London, during in interview with a Dutch TV programme in 2016 to promote his book 'This is London', that have been described as a 'shocking racist rant'. In the clip, Judah describes London as 'not an English city any more'. Instead, …
(2024-12-14). Georgian Protesters Speak Out About 'Mobile Torture Chambers' and Reveal How They're Fighting Back Against Violent Crackdowns. bylinetimes.com 
But his caution is hard-won, speaking from behind a mess of gauze, with yellowed eyes bedded in ribbons of vicious purple, a cardboard cast, and a tangle of hooped bandages holding his bludgeoned nose in place. | "Those blacked-out vans they use, they're nothing but mobile torture chambers," the 20-year-old student activist told Byline Times. | People need to understand, this isn't just a couple of guys improvising, it's an entire system at work. As soon as somebody hears one of the vehicles is free they get all riled up and the threats start coming, how they're gonna rape you with their batons, because we'r…
(2024-12-14). CPJ, partners report uptick in targeted attacks on minority journalists during 2024 Brazilian election campaign. emdefesadojornalismo.org.br
(2024-12-14). Mad Miliband wants to turn hundreds of square miles of farmland into solar farms. expose-news.com UK Energy Secretary Ed Miliband has made proposals to carpet the countryside with solar panels. He also wants to accelerate the development of offshore wind farms. Even sunny Australia can't get solar …
(2024-12-14). Nobel Prize winners sign a letter to oppose RFK Jr. nomination; they are prioritising institutional loyalty over scientific integrity and public accountability. expose-news.com 77 Nobel Prize winners in medicine, chemistry, physics and economics have signed an open letter urging the US Senate reject Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s nomination as Secretary of the Department of Health …
(2024-12-14). Man Shot on Syracuse Street Arrives at Upstate Hospital. urbancny.com 
On Saturday, December 14th, 2024, at approximately 1: 41 a.m., Syracuse Police Officers responded to University Hospital, located at 750 East Adams Street, for a report of a male who arrived in a private vehicle, after being struck by gunfire. Upon arrival in the emergency room, the officers located a 34-year-old male who was being treated for multiple apparent gunshot wounds to his upper body. The victim's status is reportedly undetermined at this time. The initial investigation suggests that the incident occurred in the 100 block of Syracuse Street. This case is active and on-going. An update on the victim's con…
(2024-12-14). 'Waging war on science': Researchers worry about their jobs under Trump 2.0. grist.org 
(2024-12-14). Socialism tops capitalism in popularity among Britons, new poll shows. leftfootforward.org A new YouGov poll shows that socialism is more popular than capitalism among Britons. | The " Environmentalism is the most favoured ideology, with 64% of respondents expressing a positive view about concern and action aimed at protecting the environment. | This was closely followed by feminism (56%) and liberalism (41%). Socialism is the fourth most popular ideology, w…
(2024-12-14). Tenants stage major protest in London over spiralling rents. leftfootforward.org Tenants are gathering in Cavendish Square Gardens today in protest of the capital's 'spiralling' rents. | The event is being organised by the London Renters Union (LRU), which represents thousands of renters united to transform the housing system and win homes for "people, not profit." | The protest comes as renters in London and across Britain continue to face dramatic rent hikes, with the capital seeing some of the largest increases in the UK. According to the LRU, the cost of rent in the city has reached a level where many renters are struggling to make ends meet. | Elyem Chej, representing the LRU, said: "
(2024-12-14). A new Pan-Africanism for a new Century. mronline.org 
Following the Eurocentric pathways to identity and development are a fallacy that is holding Africa back, ROGER McKENZIE argues.
(2024-12-14). Was South Korea's coup an attempt to restart the Korean War? mronline.org 
Opposition lawmakers are alleging the full scope of President Yoon's coup involved a months-long plot to trigger a "limited war" with North Korea.
(2024-12-14). Who should get a presidential pardon but won't! mronline.org 
President Joe Biden has pardoned his son, Hunter, after having repeatedly promised that he would not.
(2024-12-14). Niger: Prominent civil society activist arbitrarily arrested. fidh.org
(2024-12-14). Italy: Draft bill 1236 targeting peaceful environmental activism. fidh.org
(2024-12-14). How to Claim and Use Your Online Casino Daily Bonus Efficiently. moguldom.com Daily bonuses have become a standard feature in social and sweepstakes casinos, providing players with regular rewards to have fun. Whether you're new to social gaming or a regular player, understanding how to claim and use these bonuses can enhance your gaming experience. Let's explore the best ways to maximize these daily rewards. What Are …
(2024-12-14). Congress revives Cold War tactics with new anti-communism school curriculum. strategic-culture.su Congress has just passed a new bill that will see the U.S. spend huge sums of money redesigning much of the public school system around the ideology of anti-communism. The "Crucial Communism Teaching Act" is now being read in the Senate, where it is all but certain to pass. The move comes amid growing public anger at the economic system and increased public support for socialism.
(2024-12-14). The real reason for the annulment of the Romanian election. strategic-culture.su
(2024-12-14). The EU should look to reignite the Lisbon to Vladivostok free trade space. strategic-culture.su
(2024-12-14). Vikram Misri's visit to Dhaka fails to infuse warmth in India, Bangladesh ties. ummid.com The Foreign Secretary of India, Vikram Misri offers were too little, too less and too late to warm up the strained relations between India and Bangladesh.
(2024-12-14). Fact Check: Image showing Bangladeshi man disrespecting Indian Flag is AI generated. ummid.com Some social media users in India are wildly sharing an image showing a Bangladeshi Muslim man disrespecting the Indian flag, this after a fact check analysis however is found to be AI generated and not real.
(2024-12-14). Mayo Clinic Minute: Treating liver cancer. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Liver cancer rates have more than tripled in the U.S. since 1980 and continue to rise. More than 41,000 people will be diagnosed with liver cancer in the U.S. this year, and about 29,000 will die from the disease, according to the American Cancer Society. Dr. Lionel Kankeu Fonkoua, a Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center oncologist, discusses prevention and treatment. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute Journalists: Broadcast-quality video pkg (0: 59) is in the downloads at…
(2024-12-14). Mayo Clinic Minute: Using voice to detect neurodegenerative disease. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org There's a lot of brain power that goes into speech. First, there's a thought or idea, which the brain must translate into words. Those words are then translated into specific movements of the lungs, tongue and mouth to shape the sounds. Those movements then must be perfectly executed and timed with breath. If there's any damage to the brain from a stroke or if there's presence of a brain disease, the time of the movements or translation…
(2024-12-14). Researchers discover an aging and inflammation biomarker. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Mayo Clinic researchers found that the gene expression of Il23r (depicted in red), which increases in aged blood at the protein level, is present in aged kidney and is associated with the senescence marker p16 (shown in green). When IL-23R signaling is overactive, it can lead to inflammation and tissue damage. Mayo Clinic researchers found that IL-23R increases with age and decreases in response to drugs that attack senescent cells. The bloodstream is teeming with…
(2024-12-14). Mayo Clinic Minute: Exercise modifications help manage multiple sclerosis. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Regular aerobic exercise has been shown to ease symptoms of multiple sclerosis (MS). Dr. Eoin Flanagan, a Mayo Clinic neurologist, says people living with MS can modify their exercise routines so they don't aggravate symptoms such as poor balance or heat intolerance. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/5O-68VoVvhE Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (1: 01) is in the downloads at the end of this post. Please courtesy: "Mayo Clinic News Network." Read the script. Multiple sclerosis is an autoimmune…
(2024-12-14). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Understanding encephalitis: Symptoms, causes and treatment. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: Ever since I had my son, I tend to worry whenever he gets ill, so I try to educate myself on different viruses and autoimmune disorders. I recently came across encephalitis. What is it? What are some of the warning signs? And how is it treated? ANSWER: It's normal to worry as a parent. However, encephalitis is a rare disease. The word encephalitis means swelling (often inflammation) of the brain. Early signs can include the sudden…
(2024-12-14). Mayo Clinic Q and A: You can't remember what you can't hear: The hearing loss, brain-health link. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I've heard there might be a link between hearing loss and brain health. Can you explain how it could affect my cognitive function and what I can do to reduce the risks? ANSWER: Humans by nature are social. People enjoy being with others, sharing stories, laughing at a joke, dancing to a favorite song, greeting a neighbor, discussing concerns or offering consolation. These connections, whether close or casual, are essential to emotional well-being and…
(2024-12-14). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Living kidney donation may be option for those with type 2 diabetes. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I was surprised to learn that even though I have type 2 diabetes, I possibly could be a candidate to donate a kidney to my husband who has end-stage kidney disease. Would donating a kidney be safe for me and my husband? I thought diabetes could cause kidney failure. ANSWER: Thank you for considering the gift of life through organ donation. I am wishing all the best to you and your husband. You are correct; diabetes is…
(2024-12-14). Mayo Clinic Minute: What standing on one leg can tell you about how well you're aging. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Measuring how well a person is aging can be as simple as balancing or standing on one leg. It may not be easy for everyone to maintain balance on one leg, but according to Mayo Clinic research, it can be a reliable measure of neuromuscular aging for both men and women. In this Mayo Clinic Minute, Dr. Kenton Kaufman, the W. Hall Wendel Jr. Musculoskeletal Research Professor who is behind the study, explains the findings and why…
(2024-12-14). The global divide between longer life and good health. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Rochester, Minn. — People around the globe are living longer — but not necessarily healthier — lives, according to Mayo Clinic research. A study of 183 World Health Organization (WHO) member countries found those additional years of life are increasingly fraught with disease. This research by Andre Terzic, M.D., Ph.D., and Armin Garmany documents a widening gap between lifespan and healthspan. Their paper is published in JAMA Network Open. Andre Terzic, M.D., Ph.D. "The data…
(2024-12-14). Vocal cord paralysis patient regains her breath and her life. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Diane Newman's problems started about a year ago. The first symptom she noticed was the loss of her voice. "I think I realized it at church," Diane, who lives just outside of Jacksonville, Florida, says. "I couldn't sing anymore. My voice was just something that was gone from me, and I didn't know why." Next, Diane noticed she couldn't speak in long sentences without her voice changing. But the fear set in when she began…
(2024-12-14). Mayo Clinic team will use AI to advance mental health research for better patient treatments. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Getty Images Mayo Clinic researchers will work on a federally funded project to advance research in mental health using big data and machine learning to ultimately improve patient outcomes and personalize treatments. A grant from the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) is a five-year project on which Mayo Clinic will serve as the data coordination center for the Individually Measured Phenotypes to Advance Computational Translation in Mental Health, or IMPACT-MH, program. Mayo researchers will…
(2024-12-14). Research study shows the cost-effectiveness of AI-enhanced heart failure screening. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Clinicians at Mayo Clinic can use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to effectively screen patients for a weak heart pump via a simple electrocardiogram (ECG). A new study addresses the next question: Is it good value for the money spent? ROCHESTER, Minn. — Earlier research showed that primary care clinicians using AI-ECG tools identified more unknown cases of a weak heart pump, also called low ejection fraction, than without AI. New study findings published in Mayo…
(2024-12-14). In case you missed it: This week's Top 5 stories on social media. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Check out a few of the most popular News Network stories on @mayoclinic social media this past week. Mayo Clinic Minute: What standing on one leg can tell you about how well you're aging Measuring how well a person is aging can be as simple as balancing or standing on one leg. It may not be easy for everyone to maintain balance on one leg, but according to Mayo Clinic research, it can be a…
(2024-12-14). Season of giving: Mayo Clinic announces 2024 grant recipients to address community health needs across Northeast Florida. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org As part of Mayo Clinic's commitment to community well-being and addressing barriers to social determinants of health, Mayo Clinic in Florida awarded nearly $360,000 in grants through its Community Contributions Grants program. This investment will support 32 local organizations and programs dedicated to addressing pressing health needs in Northeast Florida, including access to care, chronic disease management, mental health, senior isolation, food insecurity and cancer support. The grants align with priorities stemming from the Northeast…
(2024-12-14). Are you getting enough protein? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Getty Images Are you getting too much protein, not enough or just the right amount? The answer? It depends. Your gender, age, activities, use of weight-loss medication or supplements and other factors can affect your protein needs. Here are some answers to your questions about protein needs: Are you getting too much protein? Contrary to all the hype that everyone needs more protein, most people in the U.S. meet or exceed their needs. This is…
(2024-12-14). Research shows new treatment could delay cancer progression in patients with high-risk smoldering multiple myeloma. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org ROCHESTER, Minn. — A new treatment is showing promise for people with high-risk smoldering multiple myeloma (SMM). This precancerous condition can progress to active multiple myeloma, a type of blood cancer. High-risk SMM carries a higher likelihood of progression. Results from a phase 3 clinical trial, published in the New England Journal of Medicine and presented at this week's American Society of Hematology meeting, demonstrated that daratumumab, a monoclonal antibody that targets CD38, a protein…
(2024-12-14). Mayo Clinic Minute: Can diet help with inflammatory bowel disease? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Editor's note: Dec. 1-7 is Crohn's and Colitis Awareness Week Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a chronic inflammation of the digestive tract. It includes conditions such as ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease. People with IBD may experience persistent symptoms like frequent diarrhea, weight loss, abdominal pain and fatigue. There is no cure and no exact cause, though researchers continue to look at how genes, the microbiome and environmental factors play a role in this chronic…
(2024-12-14). Tips for coping with an anxiety disorder. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Having occasional feelings of anxiety is a normal part of life, but people with anxiety disorders experience frequent and excessive anxiety, fear, terror and panic in everyday situations. These feelings are unhealthy if they affect your quality of life and prevent you from functioning normally. Common symptoms of anxiety disorders include: Experiencing a sense of impending panic, danger or doom Feeling helpless Feeling nervous Hyperventilation Increased heart rate Obsessively thinking about the panic trigger Sweating Trembling…
(2024-12-14). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Cardiac arrest vs. heart attacks: Who is at risk? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: What is the difference between sudden cardiac arrest and a heart attack? Who is at risk for both, and what safety measures can we take? ANSWER: Sudden cardiac arrest may occur in various conditions when someone, while active (playing basketball or walking with friends), collapses and passes out. Their blood pressure drops, and often their heart stops. This may be caused by a lethal arrhythmia, which is when the heart beats abnormally and does…
(2024-12-14). Mayo Clinic Minute: What is inflammatory bowel disease? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) affects an estimated 1.6 million Americans. In fact, there are more than 70,000 new cases of IBD in the United States each year, according to the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation. IBD is a chronic condition that causes inflammation in the digestive tract, but it can also affect other areas of the body. Crohn's and Colitis (both classified as IBD) Awareness Week is observed each year from Dec. 1-7. Dr. Victor Chedid,…
(2024-12-14). Mayo Clinic Minute: A cardiologist's tips for a healthy heart. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Today's age of quick access to information, constant updates on medical advancements and health recommendations make it easy to get overwhelmed. But when it comes to maintaining a healthy heart, Dr. Francisco Lopez-Jimenez, a Mayo Clinic cardiologist, has some important and simple tips he'd like to share with everyone. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute Journalists: Broadcast-quality video pkg (1: 05) is in the downloads at the end of…
(2024-12-14). Mayo Clinic Minute: Does thyroid cancer affect women more than men? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Women are three to four times more likely than men to be diagnosed with thyroid cancer. However, recent research shows that men face an equal risk of developing this type of cancer. Dr. Victor Bernet, a Mayo Clinic endocrinologist, says men also need to be aware of thyroid cancer risks. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/PGH3TROOSn4 Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (1: 05) is in the downloads at the end of this post. Please courtesy: "Mayo Clinic News…
(2024-12-14). Grateful heart still ticking 65 years after repair. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Andree Jacob at the beach Celebrating advancements of cardiac care Sixty-five years after her open-heart surgery — a procedure that was pioneered in the U.S. just years before she needed it — Andree Jacob's heart is still ticking strong. She is a living testament to the importance of medical innovation and the lifetime of gratitude that comes with it. When Andree, 72, from the Canadian province of Quebec, was a child, her mother noticed she…
(2024-12-14). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Managing multiple sclerosis: Types and treatments. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I started dealing with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis (MS) a year ago. I have good days and bad days dealing with symptoms. But I have improved with a new medication. I have realized there's a lot to learn about MS. Before this started for me, I did not even know different MS forms existed and that not all people have the same symptoms. People see me and say I look fine. But it…
(2024-12-14). (VIDEO) Laparoscopic Whipple procedure for pancreatic cancer. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Pancreatic cancer begins in the pancreas, which is located behind the stomach. It is often difficult to detect early because symptoms typically appear only after the cancer has spread. As a result, it is usually diagnosed at an advanced stage, which complicates treatment. One key treatment option is the Whipple procedure, a complex surgery that removes the head of the pancreas. There are three approaches to this challenging surgery: open, laparoscopic and robotic. Dr. Michael Kendrick, a hepatobiliary…
(2024-12-14). Why Thanksgiving is the perfect time to share family health history. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org As you gather around the table this Thanksgiving to share meals, stories and traditions, consider taking a moment to talk about something that could save lives: your family's health history. Thanksgiving Day is recognized as Family Health History Day, a national call to raise awareness of inherited health risks. Mayo Clinic experts are encouraging families to use the holiday to identify these risks and take proactive steps toward prevention. "Hereditary conditions range from autoimmune disorders…
(2024-12-14). Mayo Clinic Minute: Kitchen hand injuries to watch out for. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org It's the time of year when families and friends are gathering and celebrating the holidays. And usually, it happens in the room that tends to be the center of many gatherings — the kitchen. It's also where accidents, often hand injuries, can happen, especially when alcohol is involved. Dr. Sanj Kakar, a Mayo Clinic orthopedic surgeon, says he's seen many unfortunate hand injuries and he urges everyone to celebrate safely and use extra caution in the kitchen…
(2024-12-14). Home blood pressure monitoring benefits Dan Knapp. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Getty Images At 77, Dan Knapp prioritizes his health. "For the past twelve years, I've scheduled annual visits to monitor my conditions," says Knapp, a longtime patient at Mayo Clinic Health System in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. "It gives me peace of mind, knowing I'm doing everything I can to stay ahead of any potential issues." During these visits, Dan meets with his primary care team to discuss medication and lifestyle changes that may affect his well-being. The team…
(2024-12-14). Mayo Clinic Minute: How to make healthy holiday food choices. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org During Thanksgiving, food often takes center stage at gatherings of friends and family. The focus is on turkey, pie and all the sides. But it also can challenge healthy eating habits. Andrea Delgado, a Mayo Clinic dietitian, says that by paying attention to how much you eat and how often, you can make healthy food choices during the holidays. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (1: 01) is in the downloads at the end…
(2024-12-14). In case you missed it: This week's Top 5 stories on social media. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Check out a few of the most popular News Network stories on @mayoclinic social media this past week. Mayo Clinic performs successful face transplant, restoring vital functions for Michigan man A Michigan man can blink, swallow, smile and breathe through his nose for the first time in a decade thanks to a face transplant performed at Mayo Clinic. This transformative and complex procedure underscores Mayo Clinic's skilled multidisciplinary surgical team who provide hope to patients…
(2024-12-14). Mayo Clinic Minute: Knowing your family health history could save your life. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Does cancer, kidney disease or high blood pressure run in your family? Knowing your family health history is crucial. The holidays are the perfect time to share family health information with your loved ones. The Office of the Surgeon General declared Thanksgiving as National Family History Day to encourage families to share information about family medical issues that may be inherited or passed down through genetics. Dr. Tina Ardon, a Mayo Clinic family medicine physician, says…
(2024-12-14). Mayo researchers develop AI-enhanced strategy to personalize medication alerts. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Jean Marrero-Polanco (left ) and Caroline Grant (right) collaborate on concepts for their study. Courtesy of Marrero-Polanco and Grant. Electronic health records are increasingly including technology-aided predictions of how patients may respond to specific medications, known as pharmacogenomic alerts. Two Mayo Clinic Ph.D. candidates are exploring how artificial intelligence (AI) can be used to make these alerts more actionable and less intrusive for clinicians, who can suffer from alert overload. In a new study, Ph.D….
(2024-12-14). Erdogan: Turkey can step in to resolve Sudan-UAE disputes. newarab.com 
(2024-12-14). Leading activist arrested in Iran: daughter, lawyer. newarab.com 
Iranian authorities have arrested leading activist "My father has been arrested at home this morning," Mehraveh Khandan wrote on her Instagram page on Friday. | Lawyer Mohammad Moghimi confirmed on X that Khandan had been arrested, saying he believed that the campaigner had been taken in to serve a sentence handed out under a previous conviction. | Later on Friday the Shargh daily newspaper re…
(2024-12-14). RSF attacks main hospital in Sudan's al-Fashir: health official. newarab.com 
(2024-12-14). World falls short of drought deal at Saudi-hosted talks. newarab.com 
Negotiators failed to produce an agreement on how to respond to drought at The 12-day meeting of parties to the United Nations
(2024-12-14). Iran hands 10 year sentence to Iranian-American journalist. newarab.com 
A court in Reza Valizadeh is a former journalist for the
(2024-12-14). France's Macron names centrist ally Bayrou as PM. newarab.com 
(2024-12-14). Vatican removes nativity scene showing baby Jesus with keffiyeh. newarab.com 
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(2024-12-14). Why has Saudi Arabia been awarded the 2034 World Cup. newarab.com 
On Wednesday, world football's governing body The 2034 tournament will be the largest ever, for the first time featuring 48 teams competing for the coveted trophy. Here's what we know so far about the tournament. | Where will the games be played?: | Games will be played in 15 stadiums in fiv…
(2024-12-14). CBT only and more — UGC makes major changes in CUET 2025. ummid.com The Common University Entrance Test (CUET) from 2025 onwards will be held only in online mode i.e. will be a computer based test (CBT), the UGC Chairman said Tuesday December 10, 2024.
(2024-12-14). After heart, King Faisal Hospital performs fully robotic liver transplant. ummid.com King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre (KFSHRC) in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia successfully performed the first robotic liver transplant in the Western Region of the Kingdom.
(2024-12-14). Officially confirmed, Saudi Arabia is 2034 FIFA World Cup host. ummid.com Saudi Arabia has been officially confirmed by FIFA as host of the 2034 Football World Cup.
(2024-12-14). Sora AI video maker launched to public. ummid.com OpenAI on Tuesday December 10, 2024 made publicly available its much awaited AI video maker app 'Sora'.
(2024-12-14). Xiaomi YU7 Electric SUV Ready to Hit Road — Check Launch Date. ummid.com Buoyed by the success of SU7 Sedan, Chinese tech giant Xiaomi is all set to launch its second electric car "YU7 SUV" in months from now.
(2024-12-14). 17 EdTech firms from India named to 2025 GSV 150. ummid.com In a remarkable performance in digital learning, as many as 17 EdTech companies from India have been named to the highly-anticipated 2025 edition of the GSV 150.
(2024-12-14). AP Inter 1st, 2nd Year 2025 Exam Time Table Released. ummid.com The first and second year Intermediate 2025 exams in Andhra Pradesh will respectively start from March 01 and March 03, according to the time table of the annual exams released by the Andhra Pradesh State Board of Intermediate Education.
(2024-12-14). AP SSC 2025 Time Table released. ummid.com According to AP SSC 2025 Time Table, the first paper on March 17 is of First Language (Group A and Composit Course) whereas the last paper on March 31 is of SSC Social Science Theory paper.
(2024-12-14). Discovered: How Protein Lamin A Repair DNA Protective Barrier. ummid.com Researchers at Nano Life Science Institute of Kanazawa University in Japan, have discovered how a protein called 'lamin A' helps repair the protective barrier around a cell's DNA.
(2024-12-14). Encroachment and Identity: The Struggle for Muslim Religious Sites in India. ummid.com Mounting pressures on Muslim communities, including challenges to the Places of Worship Act and widespread systemic discrimination, pose a critical threat to India's democratic foundations.
(2024-12-14). Turkish app 'Quran Kuran' data breached, over 3.6 Muslims at risk. ummid.com A data breach involving the Turkish app 'Quran Kuran' has feared to have leaked over 3.6 million sensitive records, putting millions of Muslims at risk of unauthorized surveillance and privacy breaches.
(2024-12-14). WBJEE 2025 date officially confirmed. ummid.com The West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board has officially confirmed the date of the West Bengal Joint Entrance Examination 2025 or WBJEE 2025.
(2024-12-14). Maharashtra cabinet expansion delayed further. ummid.com The much awaited cabinet expansion of the newly formed government in Maharashtra has been delayed further.
(2024-12-14). Raj Kapoor: The Legend who wove stories that united hearts. ummid.com As we celebrate the Raj Kapoor 100th Birth Anniversary, it is a fitting occasion to contemplate a cinematic legacy that surpasses time, boundaries, and generations.
(2024-12-14). Simultaneous Elections Bill to be tabled in LS Monday. ummid.com The Simultaneous Elections Bill, popularly known as One Nation, One Election or ONOE Bill, will be tabled in the Lok Sabha on Monday December 16, 2024.
(2024-12-14). Africa CDC: Cause of Congo's strange disease not yet found. independent.co.ug 
Kinsasha, DRC | THE INDEPENDENT | Identifying the germ that has so far caused 32 deaths in health facilities and 44 other deaths in the community in Panzi, a rural district in the neighbouring Democratic Republic of Congo could take longer, the Africa Center for Disease Control (CDC) has said. While addressing the weekly press conference, …
(2024-12-14). Bukedi NRM party leaders protest delayed payment. independent.co.ug 
Tororo, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Bukedi sub-region ruling NRM party top leaders have raised concern about the delayed payment of their arrears. During the NRM Electoral process engagement meeting presided over by Dr Tanga Odoi, the NRM Electoral Commission Chairperson at Butaleja Technical Institute on Friday, the leaders led by Owule George Omoding, the NRM …
(2024-12-14). Frank Nabwiso dead. independent.co.ug 
Mukono, Uganda | THE INDEPENDETN | Forum for Democratic Change-FDC's strong man, Frank Nabwiso has died. He died on Saturday at Mukono Church of Uganda Hospital. Family sources said that Nabwiso has been bedridden for over one month and has been since out of public life. Dr Nabwiso served as the Member of Parliament for Kagoma …
(2024-12-14). Karamoja leaders demand release of convicted warriors. independent.co.ug 
Moroto, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Leaders in the Karamoja sub-region have demanded amnesty for the convicted warriors serving their sentences in different prisons across the country. Over 4000 Karamojong warriors arrested during Usalama Kwa Yote operations have been convicted of various offenses ranging from illegal possession of firearms to murder, and cattle rustling. The majority …
(2024-12-14). Kyabazinga appointed as UNAIDS Goodwill Ambassador to end teenage pregnancy. independent.co.ug 
Jinja, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Kyabazinga of Busoga, Willliam Wilberforce Gabula Nadiope IV, has been appointed the National UN Goodwill Ambassador to end teenage pregnancy in the Busoga Sub-region and Uganda. The appointment means that Nadiope will be the voice, face and ambassador of a campaign aimed at ending teenage pregnancy. The appointment was …
(2024-12-14). NEMA starts 5 year tree planting campaign in Bugisu. independent.co.ug 
Mbale, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The National Environmental Management Authority-NEMA has put in place a 5-year plan for tree planting in the Bugisu Sub-region. The tree planting project will help control the soil erosion and landslides, that have become a major threat to the people in the Bugisu region. The project comes at a time when the …
(2024-12-14). Relocated Bulambuli residents want to return to their original homes. independent.co.ug 
Bulambuli, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Some of the people who were relocated from disaster-prone areas such as Buluganya, Sotti, and Bumasobo in Bulambuli district to the Bunambutye government resettlement area after last month's devastating landslide, which claimed over 100 lives, are now requesting to return to their original homes. In response to the disaster, the …
(2024-12-14). Transforming lives through agriculture: FAO's impact in Kiryandongo. independent.co.ug 
Kiryandongo, Uganda | Patricia Akankwatsa | In the sprawling Kiryandongo district of Uganda, a transformative initiative is rewriting the story of resilience and opportunity for refugees and host communities alike. With funding from the Dutch Embassy, the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), in collaboration with Self Help Africa, launched a one-year project in June 2023 that …
(2024-12-14). BLOCKED: Uganda Law Society extra ordinary AGM. independent.co.ug 
Order given on Friday night by the Civil Division Judge Musa Ssekaana Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The High Court in Kampala has blocked the Uganda Law Society Extra Ordinary Annual General Meeting and subsequent elections that were slated for December 17, 2024. The order given on Friday night by the Civil Division Judge Musa …
(2024-12-14). Guardiola insists being "fine" after admitting Man City form causes poor sleep and eating. independent.co.ug 
LONDON, ENGLAND | Xinhua | Manchester City coach Pep Guardiola insisted on Friday that he was "fine" despite admitting earlier in the week that his side's worst run of form since he took over as first team coach is causing him to eat less, lose sleep and suffer digestive problems. Guardiola made his original comments …
(2024-12-14). Mpox: 52 contacts of Arua first case traced. independent.co.ug 
Arua, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Arua City health department is using bodaboda cyclists to help intensify the sensitization on Mpox disease in the area. This follows the tracing of 52 individuals who came in contact with a person who tested positive for Mpox. Arua City received an alert about a suspected Mpox case on …
(2024-12-14). Nakachwa charged over theft of curtains worth sh3.7billion. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Shamira Nakachwa Mulika a 30-year-old woman has been remanded on charges of theft of curtains worth more than sh3.7 billion. Nakachwa, a resident of Bweya Kajansi Town Council in Wakiso District is jointly charged with four others who were already charged last month. She appeared before Senior Principal Grade One Magistrate Winnie …
(2024-12-14). Bunker Talk: Let's Talk About All The Things We Did And Didn't Cover This Week. twz.com Welcome to a belated Bunker Talk. This is a weekend open discussion post for the best commenting crew on the net, in which we can chat about all the stuff that went on this week that we didn't cover. We can also talk about the stuff we did or whatever else grabs your interest. In other words, it's an off-topic thread. | Also, a reminder: | Prime Directives!: | If you want to talk politics, do so respectfully and know that there's always somebody that isn't going to agree with you. | If you have political differences, hash it out respectfully, stick to the facts, and no childish name-calling or persona…
(2024-12-14). Bovaer Bullsh*t: The British public isn't having it. expose-news.com The Bovaer/burping cows scandal is bullsh*t, James Delingpole writes as he reveals that a response to one of his tweets demonstrates the public thinks it's bullsh*t as well. Despite what corporate media …
(2024-12-14). Sunday 12/15: Eat for the Earth Holiday Celebration. indybay.org Santa Cruz Seventh-day Adventist Church | Sundean Hall – Community Room (in the back) | 1024 Cayuga Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95062…
(2024-12-14). 323 vials of deadly viruses go missing from an Australian laboratory. expose-news.com More than 300 virus samples of Hendra virus, Lyssavirus and Hantavirus have been reported missing from a government-operated laboratory in Queensland, Australia. The missing samples were discovered in August 2023, but the …
(2024-12-14). YOU LOVE TO SEE IT: Big Grocery's Merger Diet. levernews.com
(2024-12-14). Mujeres sirias alertan sobre resurgimiento del Estado Islámico. cubadebate.cu El Kongra Star, la principal organización de mujeres del norte y el este de Siria, publicó un informe sobre lo que sucede luego de la caída del gobierno de Bashar al Asad, donde se alerta que el HTS y el Ejército Nacional Sirio no son una alternativa democrática al gobierno de Bashar al Asad, "sino que ha comenzado un resurgimiento del Estado Islámico y de su ideología".
(2024-12-14). Presidente de Venezuela: El ALBA-TCP es núcleo de dignidad. radiohc.cu La Habana, 14 dic (RHC) El presidente de Venezuela, Nicolás Maduro consideró este sábado en Caracas, que el ALBA-TCP es el núcleo vital de la independencia, dignidad y soberanía de la Patria Grande.
(2024-12-14). Siria pone a prueba a Trump. radiohc.cu Siria es un desastre, pero no es nuestro amigo y Estados Unidos no debería tener nada que ver con ello. Esta no es nuestra lucha. Dejemos que (la situación) se desarrolle. No se involucren", escribió Trump antes de reunirse con el presidente francés, Emmanuel Macron, en el Palacio del Elíseo, en París.
(2024-12-14). àÅfrica puede ayudar a contar con un Consejo de Seguridad más efectivo. radiohc.cu Si se cumple el anuncio del secretario general Antonio Guterres de que dos países africanos se unirían al Consejo de Seguridad como miembros permanentes, se daría un paso justo, en busca de la tan demandada y a su vez postergada reforma del máximo órgano de la ONU.
(2024-12-14). Destacan importancia de la Conferencia Decenio de los Afrodescendientes (+Fotos). radiohc.cu La Habana, 14 dic (RHC) Participantes en la Conferencia Internacional Cuba 2024 Decenio de los Afrodescendientes, que finalizó este viernes en La Habana, destacaron la importancia del encuentro y el papel de Cuba en la lucha por la equidad racial.
(2024-12-14). Vehículo embiste desfile navideño en México y deja varios muertos y heridos. radiohc.cu La Habana, 14 dic (RHC) Una camioneta embistió este viernes a varias personas que asistían a un desfile navideño en pleno centro de la localidad mexicana de Los Reyes, en el estado de Michoacán, dejando tres muertos y ocho lesionados.
(2024-12-14). Cuba muestra señales de recuperación, pese a guerra económica de EEUU. radiohc.cu La Habana, 14 dic (RHC) El primer secretario del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba y presidente de la República, Miguel Díaz-Canel, detalló este viernes, en su discurso de cierre del IX Pleno del Comité Central del Partido Comunista, el escenario de guerra económica en el que la isla empieza a mostrar señales positivas de recuperación en indicadores vitales.
(2024-12-14). Presidente Díaz-Canel sostiene encuentro con colaboradores cubanos en Venezuela (+Foto). radiohc.cu La Habana, 14 dic (Red Web) El primer secretario del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba y presidente de la República, Miguel Díaz-Canel sostuvo un encuentro con cerca de 400 colaboradores cubanos que trabajan en Venezuela, en representación de los 14 mil desplegados en todos los estados de esa hermana nación.
(2024-12-14). Merecidos honores a los grandes del deporte. radiohc.cu La Habana, 14 dic (RHC) Dos de los deportistas cubanos más grandes de todos los tiempos, Mijaín López y Omara Durand, alzaron este viernes los trofeos que le acreditan como los mejores exponentes del deporte en la Isla durante el año 2024.
(2024-12-14). El hombre que regresó de la muerte (II). cubadebate.cu La tarde buscaba la noche cuando comenzó a llover en San Antonio de Baja. Uno de esos aguaceros de verano caribeño, que llegan con ínfulas de tormenta. Sólo el repercutir de la lluvia y algún trueno provocador, interrumpe el silencio del campamento. En el centro hablan en voz baja Calixto García y Félix Figueredo.
(2024-12-14). Gaceta oficial publica Decreto-Ley de la Caja de Resarcimientos (+ PDF). cubadebate.cu La Gaceta Oficial de la República publicó este sábado 14 de diciembre el nuevo Decreto-Ley de la Caja de Resarcimientos, que establece nuevos procedimientos en esta materia para el país. La norma viene a sustituir una norma del año 1954 que es la que ha regido ese apartado en todo este tiempo.
(2024-12-14). Putin asegura que el chantaje contra Rusia no dará resultados. cubadebate.cu Según el Presidente ruso, "ningún chantaje, ningún intento exterior de detenernos, dará resultados". Además, Putin subrayó que Rusia es un país único cuyo pueblo, "a pesar de toda su diversidad interna, ha estado y estará unido". "Rusia confía en sí misma, siente su rectitud y su fuerza", aseguró.
(2024-12-14). La ciencia cubana tiene ahora responsabilidades nuevas. cubadebate.cu Cuba no puede aspirar a una inserción en la economía mundial a través de la exportación de recursos naturales porque no los tenemos. Tampoco somos un país de grandes dimensiones, con una demanda interna grande que funcione como atractor de desarrollo industrial. Nuestra inserción soberana en la economía mundial tendrá que ocurrir por los caminos de la ciencia, la tecnología y la innovación. Hay que hacer CIENCIA REAL, competitiva, con resultados de originalidad mundial. No hay sustituto para eso. No existe aquí la "media-ciencia", ni la originalidad "en nuestras condiciones". Necesitamos una industria innovadora…
(2024-12-14). Filmes de Argentina y México reciben premios Coral en Festival del Nuevo Cine Latinoamericano. radiohc.cu La Habana, 14 dic (RHC) El Festival del Nuevo Cine Latinoamericano, en su 45 ™ edición, seleccionó a las películas La cocina, de México, y El Jockey, de Argentina, como las propuestas cinematográficas ganadoras de los premios Coral, con cuatro galardones cada filme.
(2024-12-14). Artemisa en la agenda del Parlamento cubano. cubadebate.cu En la agenda del Cuarto Período Ordinario de Sesiones de la Asamblea Nacional del Poder Popular, en su X Legislatura, se incluye la información de Artemisa acerca de la recuperación después del devastador paso del huracán Rafael, el pasado 6 de noviembre. El gobernador Ricardo Concepción Rodríguez presentará el informe.
(2024-12-14). Fallece el Comandante Julio Camacho Aguilera. cubadebate.cu El Comandante Julio Camacho Aguilera falleció este sábado 14 de diciembre, según informó en su cuenta en la red social X el secretario de Organización del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba, Roberto Morales Ojeda.
(2024-12-14). La Siria Liberata dai sui Demolitor. globalresearch.ca Abu Mohammed al-Jolani, che di fatto detiene oggi il potere a Damasco, ha una storia eloquente: inizia la sua militanza jihadista nelle file al-Qaeda quale collaboratore di Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, il "califfo" che nel 2013 fonda l'ISIS, lo "Stato Islamico …
(2024-12-14). Tutti in guerra per la pace. strategic-culture.su I soldati dei paesi della NATO possono diventare "peacekeepers" in un conflitto a cui partecipano? | Segue nostro Non vi era alcun dubbio: l'Italia è pronta a entrare ufficialmente nel conflitto russo-ucraino. Tutto secondo i piani. | Dopo aver siglato un accordo decennale per fornire armi all'Ucraina del despota Zelensky, l'Italia del governo Meloni ha ben pensato di farsi avanti con l'idea di una "missione di peacekeeping". Scopo dell'
(2024-12-14). XXIV Cumbre del ALBA-TCP une a Nuestra América en Caracas. cubadebate.cu La vigesimocuarta Cumbre de Jefes de Estado y de Gobierno de la Alianza Bolivariana para los Pueblos de Nuestra América-Tratado de Comercio de los Pueblos (ALBA-TCP), se desarrolla este sábado en Caracas, Venezuela.
(2024-12-14). ALBA-TCP celebra XXIV Cumbre de Jefes de Estado y Gobierno en Caracas. radiohc.cu La Habana, 14 dic (RHC) La Alianza Bolivariana para los Pueblos de Nuestra América-Tratado de Comercio de los Pueblos (ALBA-TCP) celebrará este sábado en Caracas la XXIV Cumbre de Jefes de Estado y de Gobierno.
(2024-12-14). ALBA-TCP, en defensa del bienestar y soberanía de los pueblos. radiohc.cu Hace 20 años dos líderes de talla mundial, comprometidos con el destino de sus pueblos y de América Latina y el Caribe, dieron vida a un mecanismo de integración para trabajar por el bienestar de los ciudadanos y en defensa de la soberanía e independencia de los pueblos de la región.
(2024-12-14). Presidente Díaz-Canel clausura IX Pleno del CCPCC. radiohc.cu Discurso pronunciado por Miguel Mario Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, primer secretario del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba y presidente de la República, en la clausura del IX Pleno del CCPCC, en el Palacio de la Revolución, La Habana, 13 de diciembre de 2024, "Año 66 de la Revolución".
(2024-12-14). Italianos en Cuba (II). cubadebate.cu Prosigue este sábado un "inventario" sobre la presencia de Italia en Cuba con motivo de la celebración de la XXVI Semana de la Cultura de ese país en la Isla. Notables fueron las contribuciones de los italianos a las guerras por la independencia, la gastronomía y la cultura.
(2024-12-14). Recibe Raúl a alto jefe militar de China. cubadebate.cu El líder de la Revolución Cubana, General de Ejército Raúl Castro Ruz, recibió este sábado al coronel general He Weidong, vicepresidente de la Comisión Militar Central de China.