(2024-12-22). Pope again condemns 'cruelty' of Israeli strikes on Gaza. newarab.com 
"And with pain I think of Gaza, of so much cruelty, of the children being machine-gunned, of the bombings of schools and hospitals. What cruelty," the pope said after his weekly Angelus prayer. | It comes a day after th…
(2024-12-22). Few destinations, fewer flights: Most foreign airlines yet to return to Israel. haaretz.com Israeli aviation officials say they are disappointed by the small number of foreign airlines that have returned to Tel Aviv's Ben-Gurion Airport…
(2024-12-22). Israel, UAE had secret deal to keep Bashar al Assad in power: Report. ummid.com Israel and the United Arab Emirate (UAE) had a secret deal to keep Bashar Assad in power, the Middle East Eye reported citing security sources.
(2024-12-22). Israeli airstrikes kill at least 25 in Gaza's Nuseirat camp. newarab.com 
(2024-12-22). Israel kills 21 Palestinians in Gaza in 24 hours. newarab.com 
(2024-12-22). Israel slams Pope Francis for decrying bombing of Gaza children. newarab.com 
Pope Francis on Saturday condemned The pontiff made his remarks a day after the rescue agency in Gaza said an Israeli air strike had killed seven children from one family. | "Yesterday they did not allow the Patriarch (of Jerusalem) into Gaza as promised," the pope told members of the government of the Holy See. | "Yesterday children were bombed. This is cruelty, this is not war," he said. "I want to say it because it touches my heart.
(2024-12-22). 16 wounded as missile fired from Yemen lands in Israel. newarab.com 
A rocket fired from A further 14 people sustained minor injuries as they rushed to shelters when air raid sirens sounded before the projectile hit just before 4 am Saturday, the military said. | Yemen's
(2024-12-22). Israeli Airstrikes Across Gaza Leave 17 Dead, Including 8 in School Shelter. themedialine.org 
(2024-12-22). The Least That We Can Do For Palestinians. ummid.com While the international community is yet to translate its verbal solidarity with Palestinians into any meaningful action, the least we could do is to give Palestinians their full rights to express their views and share their pain…
(2024-12-22). Israeli Forces Attack Hospitals, School in Gaza, Killing Eight. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Israeli airstrikes targeted two hospitals and a school sheltering displaced Palestinians in Gaza, killing eight and wounding several others, according to reports from Al Jazeera.
(2024-12-21). A Call To Protect Gaza's Healthcare System. popularresistance.org The Palestine Mental Health Networks and Doctors Against Genocide stand with Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya, Director of Kamal Adwan Hospital, in pleading with the international community: Do not remain silent as Gaza's healthcare system is systematically destroyed. The relentless assaults on Kamal Adwan Hospital—a sanctuary meant to save lives in northern Gaza—are part of a deliberate genocidal campaign. These attacks on hospitals and clinics, places meant for healing and shelter, are not accidents of war; they are the cold calculations of those who would see an entire people erased.
(2024-12-21). Humanity Must Not Look Away: a call to protect Gaza's healthcare system. mondoweiss.net 
We stand with Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya, Director of Kamal Adwan Hospital, in pleading with the international community: Do not remain silent as Gaza's healthcare system is systematically destroyed.
(2024-12-22). NJ Democrats Destroying Democracy to Save their Move to Fascism — Triple Petition Requirements. fightbackbetter.com In June of 2024, Democrats in the NJ Senate led a committee meeting that with Republican support advanced an effort…
(2024-12-22). PA intensifies crackdown on Palestinian fighters in West Bank. newarab.com 
(2024-12-22). Syrian Interim Government Names Rebel Commander as Defense Minister. themedialine.org 
(2024-12-22). Transcript of Press TV 'Spotlight', 20 December. gilbertdoctorow.com Transcript submitted by a reader PressTV: 0: 21Hello and welcome to Spotlight. The Israeli regime continues to carry out attacks on different parts of Syria after Israelis seized and occupied even more land in the Arab country. On Friday protests against Israel's occupation in Daraa turned violent after the regime's troops opened fire on Syrian demonstrators. …
(2024-12-22). Retired Turkish General Erenel on the 3 goals of the US military presence in east Syria. uwidata.com By Yunus Soner Recently, the Pentagon has announced that US military presence in Syria was not consisting of 900 soldiers, as they have repeatedly declared, but of 2000 soldiers. These forces are stationed in the East of the Euphrates, together and actually safeguarding, forces of the PKK and the Syrian Democratic Forces. We spoke with …
(2024-12-22). Turkey Warns of Action if Syria Fails To Address Kurdish Militias. themedialine.org 
(2024-12-22). Retired Turkish General Erenel on the 3 goals of the US military presence in east Syria. unitedworldint.com Future order of Syria and beyond. By Yunus Soner Recently, the Pentagon has announced that US military presence in Syria was not consisting of 900 soldiers, as they have repeatedly declared, but of 2000 soldiers. These forces are stationed in the East of the Euphrates, together and actually safeguarding, forces of the PKK and the …
(2024-12-22). U.S., Israel, Türkiye: Hands off Syria! iacenter.org December 17, 2024 The International Action Center condemns the coup against the democratically elected government of President Bashar al-Assad in Syria and the brutal takeover by Syrian "rebels," backed by the U.S., Israel and Türkiye, of Syria's capital Damascus on Dec. 9. Sept. 7, 2013, protest, New York City. 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 Zionist, terrorist state of Israel that has be…
(2024-12-22). How to Understand the Change of Government in Syria. scheerpost.com 
(2024-12-22). From South Africa to Syria, rising perils for Palestine solidarity. cadtm.org
(2024-12-22). IDF: Technical failure in Arrow system led to Houthi missile hitting Tel Aviv over weekend. haaretz.com ISRAEL: Houthi missile launched from Yemen falls in central Israel, wounding 23, after interceptor failure ‚ñ GAZA: Israeli-attributed strikes kill at least seven ‚ñ SYRIA: Protester shot in leg by IDF near Ma'ariya, UNDOF mandate extended by six months…
(2024-12-22). Report: Hamas agrees to release 11 young male hostages in first phase of deal with Israel. haaretz.com ISRAEL: Houthi missile launched from Yemen falls in central Israel, wounding 23, after interceptor failure ‚ñ GAZA: Israeli-attributed strikes kill at least seven ‚ñ SYRIA: Protester shot in leg by IDF near Ma'ariya, UNDOF mandate extended by six months…
(2024-12-22). Explained: Why is Israel keen on annexing West Bank now. ummid.com What is taking place in Syria serves as a model of what to expect in the West Bank in coming months.
(2024-12-22). Turkish FM begins visit to Syria, meets with authorities. plenglish.com Damascus, Dec 22 (Prensa Latina) Türkiye Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan began today an official visit to Syria, where he met with the head of the new authority in Damascus, Ahmed Al-Sharaa.
(2024-12-22). New Syrian government creates body responsible for women. plenglish.com Damascus, Dec 22 (Prensa Latina) The Department of Political Affairs in Syria's interim government announced the creation of an office in charge of women's affairs, media outlets here reported.
(2024-12-22). Israeli forces open fire on Syrians protesting occupation. presstv.ir Israeli troops have shot and wounded a Syrian protester demonstrating against the army's presence in Syria's southwestern province of Dara'a, demanding the withdrawal of the forces from the area.
(2024-12-22). Iranian embassy staffer assassinated by terrorists in Damascus. presstv.ir Iran condemns the shooting death of its local embassy staffer in the Syrian capital of Damascus.
(2024-12-22). Iran says own aircraft used for 'responsible' pullout from Syria. presstv.ir Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei has described the aim of Iran's presence in Syria as preventing the spread of insecurity to the broader region.
(2024-12-22). Syria's de facto new ruler names Asaad al-Shibani as foreign minister. presstv.ir Syria's de-facto ruler has appointed Asaad Hassan al-Shibani as the country's new foreign minister following the fall of President Basher al-Assad's government earlier this month.
(2024-12-22). Has the Resistance in West Asia been defeated? iacenter.org By Sergio Rodriguez Gelfenstein December 20, 2024 A Venezuelan international relations expert, Rodriguez Gelfenstein was previously Director of the International Relations of the Presidency of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela, his country's ambassador to Nicaragua and an adviser for international politics for TeleSUR. Translation: John Catalinotto. Syria map shows surrounding countries and major cities. The U.S. has at least 2,000 troops in Syria as of Dec. 19. Dec. 18 — The situation in Syria has generated more questions than answers. Some ten days after the seizure of power by the terrorists, there ar…
(2024-12-21). Privatizing Syria: US Plans To Sell Off a Nation's Wealth After Assad. orinocotribune.com By Kit Klarenberg — Dec 17, 2024 | In the immediate wake of the Syrian government's abrupt collapse, much remains uncertain about the country's future — including whether it can survive as a unitary state or will splinter into smaller states as did Yugoslavia in the early 1990s, a move that ultimately led to a bloody NATO intervention. Moreover, who or what may
(2024-12-21). Iran Condemns Assassination of Embassy Staffer in Syria. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The Iranian Foreign Ministry strongly condemned the assassination of a local staff member of Iran's embassy in Damascus.
(2024-12-21). Via Syria, US and Israel are trying to spread sectarian conflict to the region. uwidata.com By Onur Sinan Gàºzaltan UWI author political scientist Onur Sinan Gàºzaltan was guest to Russia Today France. Gàºzaltan answered the question on the recent developments in Syria. Mr. Gàºzaltan, good evening. Currently, there are numerous forces present in Syria. I would like to begin directly by discussing their relations with Türkiye. According to the Washington …
(2024-12-21). Syria: is the former regime planning a comeback? thealtworld.com As in Iraq and Afghanistan, loyalists could become insurgents battling to regain power | There's a popular saying that there's no smoke without fire. It is from this perspective that one can view the spate of reports on satellite television and social media about meetings in northeastern Iraq involving Maher al-Asad, commander of the Syrian army's Fourth Brigade, and Gen. Ali Mamluk, the former intelligence and national security chief described as the Asad regime's 'black box'. The pair are said to have conferred with officers from Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and Lebanon's Hezbollah at Jabal Q…
(2024-12-21). US lifts bounty on leader of US designed foreign terrorist organization. thealtworld.com 
US media claims "he agreed to a U.S. demand that he not allow terrorist groups in Syria to pose a threat to the United States or Syria's neighbors." | In reality HTS is still a terrorist organization right now committing terrorism all across Syria. | The US had all along been arming & funding the organization even as both it & its "leader" were listed/wanted as terrorists. | This is what 1000s of US' armed forces died for in the so-called "War on Terrorism" stretching 20 years — to use terrorism as a pretext to invade and occupy while also using the very same terrorism as a proxy to depose governments the US…
(2024-12-21). Putin Thinks Al-Qaeda in Syria Is Reformed Too. scheerpost.com 
(2024-12-21). Qatar's position in post-Assad Syria. peoplesdispatch.org For years Qatar has been a key place in the Arab world for Syrian
(2024-12-21). Former Al-Qaeda in Syria Founder Named as Caretaker Foreign Minister. libya360.wordpress.com The Cradle Members of Hayat Tahrir al-Sham continue to fill posts in Syria's new caretaker government after the fall of Bashar al-Assad. The General Command of the Armed Opposition Factions in Syria has appointed Asaad Hassan al-Shibani, a founding member of Al-Qaeda in Syria, as the country's new caretaker foreign minister. The official Syrian news…
(2024-12-21). Syria: The Hidden Story. libya360.wordpress.com Lorenzo Maria Pacini This article stems from a conversation I had with an old friend who was a commander of the Syrian Armed Forces, whose courage was appreciated and recognised throughout the Middle East. A true socialist from another era, who was never afraid to speak his mind and who, despite contradictions and different political views,…
(2024-12-21). How To Understand The Change Of Government In Syria. popularresistance.org
(2024-12-21). Has The Resistance In West Asia Been Defeated? popularresistance.org The situation in Syria has generated more questions than answers. Some ten days after the seizure of power by the terrorists, there are still no clear ideas as to what will happen. Three powers are occupying parts of Syria: the United States, Israel and Türkiye. The new government has made not the slightest move to prevent this occupation. | Today the new regime is complicit in the partition of its country, the destruction of its sovereignty and the disappearance of the Syrian state. | Undoubtedly in the tactical sense, Israel, Türkiye and the United States are winners following the collapse of the regi…
(2024-12-21). Today, Syrian resources are stolen by imperial powers such as the USA and Israel. youtube.com 
(2024-12-21). Via Syria, US and Israel are trying to spread sectarian conflict to the region. unitedworldint.com Interview to Russia Today France on recent events in Syria. UWI author political scientist Onur Sinan Gàºzaltan was guest to Russia Today France. Gàºzaltan answered the question on the recent developments in Syria. Mr. Gàºzaltan, good evening. Currently, there are numerous forces present in Syria. I would like to begin directly by discussing their relations …
(2024-12-21). Former Al-Qaeda in Syria founder named as caretaker Foreign Minister. marktanliano.net Members of Hayat Tahrir al-Sham continue to fill posts in Syria's new caretaker government after the fall of Bashar al-Assad News Desk DEC 21, 2024 Original Link Here: Former Al-Qaeda in Syria founder named as caretaker Foreign Minister The General Command of the Armed Opposition Factions in Syria has appointed Asaad Hassan al-Shibani, a founding …
(2024-12-21). US and Israeli Plans for Syria post-Assad/ Syriana Analysis and Richard Medhurst. marktanliano.net READ MORE:
(2024-12-21). The Syria they didn't tell us about. strategic-culture.su
(2024-12-21). A "Humanitarian War" on Syria. Military Escalation. Towards a Broader Middle East-Central Asian War? globalresearch.ca The road to Tehran goes through Damascus. A US-NATO war on Iran would involve, as a first step, a destabilization campaign ("regime change") directed against Syria.
(2024-12-21). U.S. says it struck Houthi missile storage and command facilities in Yemen. haaretz.com ISRAEL: Houthi missile launched from Yemen falls in central Israel, wounding 23, after interceptor failure ‚ñ GAZA: Israeli-attributed strikes kill at least seven ‚ñ SYRIA: Protester shot in leg by IDF near Ma'ariya, UNDOF mandate extended by six months…
(2024-12-21). Israel at war, day 442: Missile fired from Yemen wounds 23 in Israeli city of Jaffa. haaretz.com The IDF said more than one IDF missile defense system failed to thwart the attack in Jaffa ‚ñ Netanyahu to Wall Street Journal: 'I'm not going to agree to end the war before we remove Hamas' ‚ñ Medics in Gaza: Israeli airstrike on home in north Gaza kills ten ‚ñ Syrian shot in the leg while protesting IDF's presence in the DMZ along Syrian-Israeli border; IDF: Soldiers 'identified a threat' ‚ñ Palestinian Health Ministry: 37-year-old man killed by IDF fire near West Bank city of Jenin ‚ñ Here's what you need to kno…
(2024-12-21). IDF downs drone entering Israel from east, probing failed interception of Houthi missile. haaretz.com ISRAEL: Palestinian reports say that Israeli settlers set a mosque on fire, sprayed anti-Arab messages in West Bank village ‚ñ GAZA: Israeli-attributed strikes kill at least seven ‚ñ SYRIA: Protester shot in leg by IDF near Ma'ariya, UNDOF mandate extended by six month…
(2024-12-21). Al-Shaibani, Syria's new Foreign Minister. plenglish.com Al-Shaibani was born in 1987 in the governorate of Hasakeh. He lived in Damascus and graduated from university in 2009 with a degree in English language and literature. | He received a master's degree in political science and foreign relations from Sabahattin Zaim University in Turkey in 2022. | He has been a leading opponent of Bashar al-Assad's government since 2011, and was in charge of the political department of the salvation Government based in the northern province of Idlib from 2017 until now. | On the 10th of this month, Mohamed Al-Bashir was appointed acting prime minister of the Syrian transitional gov…
(2024-12-21). Israeli army raids Syrian villages and shoots at demonstrators (+Photos). plenglish.com 
Damascus, Dec 21 (Prensa Latina) The Israeli occupation army today invaded two new villages in the Yarmouk Basin region in the Deraa governorate, southwest Syria, and opened fire on unarmed Syrian civilians protesting against it.
(2024-12-21). US will not pursue $10m bounty on HTS leader after diplomats visit Syria. middleeasteye.net
(2024-12-22). Video: Israeli military attacks barely functioning North Gaza hospital. aljazeera.com Israeli forces have launched more attacks on the barely functioning Kamal Adwan Hospital in besieged North Gaza.
(2024-12-22). 5 Israeli forces killed as Palestinian fighters face up to regime's war machine. presstv.ir At least five Israeli troops are killed during complex operations staged by Palestinian fighters in the Gaza Strip.
(2024-12-22). Hamas, other Palestinian groups say Gaza ceasefire deal 'closer than ever'. presstv.ir The Gaza-based Hamas resistance movement and two other Palestinian groups state that a ceasefire deal with Israel is "closer than ever," provided that the usurping regime does not impose new conditions.
(2024-12-22). Israeli military admits failure to intercept ballistic missile from Yemen. presstv.ir The Israeli military has acknowledged that it has failed to intercept a missile launched from Yemen that struck the central part of the Israeli-occupied territories which left 16 people injured.
(2024-12-22). Israel kills 28 Palestinians, orders evacuation of Kamal Adwan. newarab.com 
At least 28 Palestinians have been killed by Israeli strikes overnight and from dawn on Sunday, with many of them during an attack on a school-turned-shelter for the displaced in Gaza City, according to the territory's civil defence. | Eight of those victims – including four children -, were killed in the attack on the Musa Bin Nusayr School that sheltered displaced families in Gaza City. | One of the deadly attacks occurred on the home belonging to the Abu Samra family in central Gaza's Deir el-Balah. | Attacks killing Palestinians also took place in Gaza's southern city of Rafah, medics said.
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(2024-12-22). 99% of Jewish Israelis Support Child-killing Gaza Genocide. globalresearch.ca The utterly unforgivable Jewish Israeli-imposed Gaza Genocide continues remorselessly. By the end of 2024 Gaza Genocide deaths from violence and imposed deprivation are estimated to be as follows: | 340,000 total deaths (as estimated by eminent Professor Devi Sridhar, chair, global …
(2024-12-22). Protesters gather in Jordan in solidarity with Palestinians. presstv.ir Pro-Palestinian protesters gathered in the Jordanian capital, Amman, on Friday, condemning Israel's genocide in Gaza and expressing solidarity with the Palestinian people.
(2024-12-22). IHRC calls for Holocaust Memorial Day boycott. ummid.com The Islamic Human Rights Commission (IHRC) has urged Muslims, local government and other organisations to boycott Holocaust Memorial Day commemorations as the organiser's has failed to add Gaza to the list of genocides.
(2024-12-22). Israel accuses Pope Francis of trivializing 'Genocide' in Gaza context. ummid.com In a move that could spark outrage, Israel has accused Pope Francis of trivializing the term 'Genocide' in Gaza context.
(2024-12-22). Support the International Action Center! iacenter.org Donate here International Action Center 121 West 27th St., Suite 404 New York, NY 10001 Phone: 212-633-6646 IACenter.org December, 2024 Dear friends and supporters, The world has looked on with horror as Israel has bombed Gaza for 14 months. This genocide has been committed with U.S.-supplied 2,000-pound "bunker buster" bombs and the political support of the Biden administration and Congress. Over 46,000 Palestinians have been killed, 44% of them children and 26% women. The journal Lancet said the death toll could be as high as 186,000 people Medical personnel, humanitarian aid workers and journalists are among t…
(2024-12-22). 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 (…) | – |
(2024-12-22). Israeli settler killed during strike against Tel Aviv; fresh aggression targets Yemen's capital. presstv.ir Illegal Israeli settler is reportedly killed and 30 others injured during Yemeni Armed Forces' recent strikes against the occupied Palestinian territories, including city of Tel Aviv.
(2024-12-21). Human Rights Watch finds Israel guilty of extermination and 'acts of genocide'. mronline.org 
Human Rights Watch has issued a devastating report concluding Israel is committing the crimes of extermination and genocide in Gaza by focusing on one crucial issue: water.
(2024-12-21). NOT GUILTY: another two Palestine Action activists acquitted over preventing genocide. thecanary.co Two Palestine Action activists have been acquitted of conspiracy to commit criminal damage charges in a trial at Leicester Crown Court for an action against a Leicester drone factory complicit in Israel's Genocide in Gaza. The trial commenced on 2 December, concluding yesterday. Palestine Action: not guilty The activists were arrested less than a month […] | By
(2024-12-21). NOT GUILTY: another two Palestine Action activists acquitted over preventing genocide. thecanary.co Two Palestine Action activists have been acquitted of conspiracy to commit criminal damage charges in a trial at Leicester Crown Court for an action against a Leicester drone factory complicit in Israel's Genocide in Gaza. The trial commenced on 2 December, concluding yesterday. Palestine Action: not guilty The activists were arrested less than a month …
(2024-12-21). Israel's War on Gaza Is a War on Children. truthout.org In November, over a year into Israel's genocide in Gaza, a report by the Gaza-based Community Training Center for Crisis Management produced a grim statistic: "Nearly all children in the embattled Palestinian enclave believe their death is imminent — and nearly half of them want to die." It is no wonder why the statistic, which came from a survey of families with disabled… |
(2024-12-22). Haiti gang massacres at least 110 people in Cite Soleil: Rights group. presstv.ir National Human Right Defense Network says at least 110 were killed in Haiti's Cite Soleil by gang led by Monel Felix.
(2024-12-22). Bethlehem to mark another low-key Christmas with 'no decorations and no lights' this year. haaretz.com 'It is impossible to celebrate while there is still blood being spilled in the Gaza Strip and dozens of people are killed every day,' the mayor says. This year again, only masses and religious ceremonies will be held on Christmas in Bethlehem…
(2024-12-22). Mayo Clinic Neurology AI Program tests platform to detect brain diseases‚ÄØ. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Research suggests machine learning can assist clinicians with diagnoses, treatment ‚ÄØ Imagine a world where neurological diagnoses are made with greater precision, treatment decisions are supported by data-driven insights and early detection is more frequent. This is the vision driving new research from the Mayo Clinic Neurology Artificial Intelligence Program (NAIP), where artificial intelligence (AI) serves as a powerful tool to support and augment the expertise of healthcare professionals. The NAIP team is testing StateViewer,…
(2024-12-22). US suspends $10M bounty on HTS chief. newarab.com 
The The announcement followed a meeting in Damascus between U.S. diplomat for the Middle East, Barbara Leaf and the leader of During a press conference, she welcomed 'positive messages' from their talks, including a promise to fight t…
(2024-12-22). Zimbabwe's Civic Space in Crisis: New Report Details Growing Operational Obstacles and Legal Threats to Civil Society. fidh.org • The ouster of President Robert Mugabe in 2017 in Zimbabwe was followed by a brief period of cautious optimism for increased civil liberties. Regrettably, that optimism has been overshadowed by persistent restrictions, with recent years marked by heightened repression, harassment, and arrests of human rights defenders. • The Zimbabwe Human Rights Association (ZimRights) and the Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders (a joint programme of FIDH and OMCT) launch today a (…) | – |
(2024-12-22). T'was the Puritans wot done it: The 'Right's 10 most absurd Christmas cancelled claims'. leftfootforward.org In the strange world that is GB News and their ilk, where conspiracy theories and outrage are always just around the corner, they would love to cast themselves as the cavaliers against woke roundheads. As ever, reality, and history come to that, is never that simple.
(2024-12-22). Laos: States should ask "Where is Sombath?" at upcoming review of human rights record. fidh.org
(2024-12-22). Thailand : Sixth conviction of pro-democracy activist Anon Nampa under "lèse-majesté" charges. fidh.org
(2024-12-22). SOS-defenders platform: Expose arbitrary detention of human rights defenders worldwide. fidh.org A collective of local, regional and international human rights organisations unveils SOS-Defenders, an action platform that exposes the alarming scale of arbitrary detention of human rights defenders worldwide.
Geneva, 13 December 2024. This information hub, which will progressively expand to cover more countries, has already documented 274 cases of arbitrarily detained human rights defenders across 17 countries (Bahrain, Belarus, Cambodia, Egypt, Ethiopia, Guatemala, Iran, Jordan, (…) | – |
(2024-12-22). Health care for people, not for profit! iacenter.org December 19, 2024 The United Nations' "Universal Declaration of Human Rights" has 30 articles delineating what "everyone has the right to," such as work, education, rest, leisure and "the right to form and to join trade unions." But the capitalist class routinely denies these rights to the workers with impunity. Article 25 states: "Everyone has the right to a standard of living adequate for the health and well-being of himself and of his family, including food, clothing, housing and medical care and necessary social services. … " Yet tens of thousands of people die every year because they cannot pay — an…
(2024-12-21). Parents Of Forest Defender Killed By Police File Civil Rights Lawsuit. popularresistance.org Nearly two years after police killed Terán, and a year after the state refused to bring charges against any of the state troopers responsible, Tortuguita's parents are still seeking answers and accountability for the death of their 26-year-old child. | Belkis Terán and Joel Paez, Tortuguita's mother and father, are suing Georgia Bureau of Investigation Special Agent Ryan Long as well as Georgia State Patrol troopers Mark Lamb and Bryland Myers in federal court claiming that the raid that led to their child's killing violated Tortuguita's civil rights.
(2024-12-21). NSW Labor government's latest attack on rail strike highlights need for rank-and-file committees. wsws.org Workers are up against a Labor government that is utterly hostile to their demand for a real pay rise and intends to use every mechanism at its disposal to eliminate their democratic rights and shut down their struggle.
(2024-12-21). Workers in Staten Island, New York, join Amazon strike. wsws.org More than 5,500 workers at Amazon's JFK8 facility, alongside thousands of other workers, are fighting for their economic needs and fundamental rights.
(2024-12-21). Pakistan jails 25 Imran Khan supporters over attacks on military sites. aljazeera.com Military court convicts civilians involved in 2023 unrest, with rights groups slamming ruling as 'intimidation tactic'.
(2024-12-21). US State Dept gives nod to $5bn in potential arms sales for Egypt. aljazeera.com Huge sale likely to go through despite ongoing concerns over Egyptian government's human rights breaches,…
(2024-12-21). A 'silent' epidemic: has Covid-19 damaged the voices of artists like Macbeth's Lady Macduff?? thecanary.co The hush of the Harold Pinter Theatre turned to stunned murmurs as actor Rona Morison, playing Lady Macduff in Macbeth, faltered mid-monologue. Her voice, once clear and commanding, diminished into barely audible whispers before vanishing entirely. Macbeth: more on-stage drama A stagehand appeared, whispering to David Tennant, who quietly exited. Moments later, the house lights […] | By
(2024-12-21). Blockade on Cuba violates human rights, Colombian President denounced. plenglish.com Bogotá, Dec 21 (Prensa Latina) Colombian President Gustavo Petro said today that the blockade imposed on Cuba by the United States for more than 60 years is a violation of human rights.
(2024-12-22). How South Asia's toxic skies have become a silent killer. newarab.com 
A dystopian South Asian sky reveals itself through satellite images as smog and seasonal air pollution engulf northern India (Delhi, NCR, Haryana, and Punjab) and southern Pakistan's Punjab province. | While pollution has always been a concern, air pollution in the Global South has become especially catastrophic in recent years, worsening during the winter months and bringing public life to a standstill in major cities like New Delhi, Lahore, and Multan. | Experts attribute the crisis to industrial pollution, massive vehicle emissions, and the burning of crop stubble in Haryana and Uttar Pradesh in India, as w…
(2024-12-22). US votes against UNGA resolution on Israel's humanitarian aid obligations in Gaza. ummid.com Showing again its duplicity on humanitarian crisis, the United States Thursday voted against a United Nations General Assembly resolution seeking the International Court of Justice (ICJ) opinion on Israel's obligations to facilitate aid to Palestinians in Gaza.
(2024-12-21). 'An ethical crisis of its own making': Democrats blast Supreme Court ethics. aljazeera.com In a new report, Democrats on US Senate Judiciary Committee call out alleged ethical lapses among high court justices.
(2024-12-22). Ma Ying-jeou seeks cross-Strait study of Japanese war crimes. ecns.cn Ma Ying-jeou on Friday expressed his desire to facilitate cooperation between historical scholars from both sides of the Taiwan Strait to uncover the truth of the history of Japanese aggression against China.
(2024-12-22). Challenging the idea of Netanyahu as a master strategist of the Middle East. haaretz.com
(2024-12-22). In solidarity with Haaretz and independent journalists in Israel. haaretz.com Reporters Without Borders stands with independent media and journalists who challenge the Israeli government's narrative and feel increasingly isolated these days, under pressure from the Gaza war and Prime Minister Netanyahu's legislative offensive, intended to create a distorted, illiberal, pro-government news monopoly…
(2024-12-22). No act is too shameful for Sara Netanyahu's poison machine. haaretz.com The report on the investigative news show 'Uvda' confirmed what we all knew but were unable to prove: that the Prime Minister's 'poison machine' was operated directly from the prime minister's residence by none other than Sara Netanyahu…
(2024-12-21). Gaza ceasefire before the holidays? Seeking to gift Trump a win, Netanyahu targets Iran. strategic-culture.su The incoming former President Donald Trump has styled himself as an anti-war, pro-deal candidate, maintaining that the wars in Ukraine and Palestine would never have happened if he had been president during the past four years. He campaigned on this platform, even though it is demonstrably true that he is no dove.
(2024-12-21). Thousands of Israelis protest for hostage release deal, as families fear another round of sabotage by Netanyahu. haaretz.com In an interview with The Wall Street Journal, Netanyahu said he's 'not going to agree to end the war before we remove Hamas.' An official Hamas statement on Saturday said a deal is closer than ever, as Israelis demonstrated for the signing of a deal…
(2024-12-21). 'Netanyahu's refusal to end war is attempt to sabotage deal': Israelis protest for hostages' release. haaretz.com In an interview with The Wall Street Journal, Netanyahu said he's 'not going to agree to end the war before we remove Hamas.' An official Hamas statement on Saturday said a deal is closer than ever, as Israelis demonstrate for the signing of a deal…
(2024-12-22). Sweden ends UNRWA funding after Israel ban. newarab.com 
Sweden will stop funding the Funding earmarked for Gaza will total 800 million kronor ($72 million) in 2025, but aid to UNRWA, which totalled 451 million kronor in 2024, will be stopped, said the government. | The move comes after Israel passed legislation to bar UNRWA from operating in Israel and east Jerusalem starting from late January, while raising the pr…
(2024-12-21). Israel targets Gaza refugee camps and kills more than 100 in 2 days. wsws.org Israel Defense Forces launched multiple air strikes against residential buildings in the Nuseirat refugee camp in central Gaza and the Jabalya refugee camp in northern Gaza on Friday. An UNRWA representative said, "An entire society here is now a graveyard."
(2024-12-21). Israel kills 7 children from one family in air strike on Gaza. aljazeera.com UNRWA says Gaza has become a 'graveyard' as Israel continues its bombing campaign amid worsening living conditions.
(2024-12-22). Israeli Forces Kill a Palestinian Man Near Jenin. imemc.org 
Israeli forces shot and killed a Palestinian young man on Saturday, while he was near the Apartheid Wall in the village of Faqqu'a, northeast of Jenin in the northern occupied West Bank. The Palestinian Red Crescent Society (PRCS) said that its ambulance crews transported an injured young man to the Jenin Governmental Hospital, after occupation …
(2024-12-22). Israeli Soldiers Shoot One, Abduct Eight, Near Nablus. imemc.org 
Israeli forces abducted, on Saturday, eight Palestinian young men, including one who soldiers shot, in the village of Burqa, northwest of Nablus in the northern occupied West Bank. Elsewhere in the governorate, the army assaulted a young man in Beita town and injured others in the town of Qusra. The head of the Burqa village council, …
(2024-12-22). Palestinian Child Killed by Israeli Landmine Near Bethlehem. imemc.org 
A Palestinian child was killed on Saturday by an unexploded ordnance in the village of Al-Rashaida, south of Bethlehem in the southern part of the occupied West Bank. The Palestinian Health Ministry announced that 7-year-old child, Mohammad Yasser Ali Rashaida, was killed on Saturday morning after an unexploded Israeli landmine in the village of Al-Rashaida. …
(2024-12-21). Israeli Colonizers Set Fire to a Mosque Near Salfit. imemc.org 
Illegal Israeli colonizers set fire to a mosque, at dawn Friday, in the village of Marda, north of Salfit in the central occupied West Bank. Media sources said that illegal settlers set fire to the Bar al-Walid Mosque and wrote racist slurs on its walls, before residents managed to extinguish the fire; the damage was …
(2024-12-21). Day 441 in Gaza: Israeli Forces Kill and Maim Palestinian Civilians. imemc.org 
On Friday, December 20th, day 441 of the ongoing Israeli assault on the entire population of 2.2 million Palestinians imprisoned in the Gaza Strip, the relentless Israeli bombardment continued in a number of places in northern, central and southern Gaza.
(2024-12-22). South Korea's problem: the U.S. iacenter.org December 18, 2024 Since his Dec. 3 attempt to impose martial law, mass demonstrations of hundreds of thousands of people involving the most important labor unions and popular organizations from around the country came out in the streets of Seoul demanding that South Korean President Yoon Seok-Yeol be deposed. After a popular rebellion repulsed Yoon's Dec. 3 coup attempt, the National Assembly reversed the call for martial law, and Yoon was forced to retreat — but refused to step down. Following continuous popular demonstrations, the National Assembly finally voted on Dec. 14 with more than the needed two-th…
(2024-12-21). Tacoma City Council Passes Climate Commission Ordinance. popularresistance.org Tacoma, WA — Dozens of community members gathered at the Tacoma City Council chambers on Tuesday, December 17, in preparation for the city of Tacoma's vote to pass the city's first Climate and Sustainability Commission into law. | "It's great that the city council is planning to pass an ordinance enshrining the Climate Commission into law, but as it stands there are some serious problems with it," said Haze Bender, a rank-and-file member of Teamsters Local 174. "As written, the commission is only advisory, has no real power, and all members are appointed, rather than elected."
(2024-12-22). Yemen Strikes Tel Aviv With Hypersonic Missiles, 18 'Israelis' Injured. orinocotribune.com
(2024-12-22). Iran Warns of US-Israeli Plot to Dominate Region. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi warned of a joint plot hatched by the US and the Zionist regime to undermine Muslim nations and project control over the region.
(2024-12-22). Video: 'From every side we are bombed' — Kamal Adwan hospital director's urgent message about 'disaster'. skwawkbox.org Israel bombing and sniping hospital intensively again, especially its intensive care, infant and maternity units Doctor Hussam Abu Safiyya, director of Kamal Adwan Hospital in northern Gaza, has issued an urgent update to the world, reporting that the hospital is under bombardment 'from every direction' as well as being targeted by sniper fire, tanks and …
(2024-12-22). Report: Israel Seeks 11 Men in Hostage Deal, Hamas Demands Extra Concessions. themedialine.org 
(2024-12-22). Eight Palestinians killed as Israel attacks Gaza school, hospitals. presstv.ir The Israeli military conducts fresh attacks on civilian facilities in the northern Gaza Strip, killing and injuring several Palestinians in the besieged territory.
(2024-12-22). Yemeni FM: Israel's sponsors accountable for ongoing aggression on Sana'a. presstv.ir The Yemeni foreign minister has held the supporters of the Zionist regime responsible for the ongoing acts of aggression against his country.
(2024-12-22). At least 19 Gazans killed by Israeli airstrikes since dawn: Medics. presstv.ir At least 19 people have been killed and a dozen others injured as a fresh round of Israeli airstrikes targeted various areas across the Gaza Strip, Palestinian medical sources say.
(2024-12-22). 'Ghost town': 70% of Jabalia buildings destroyed by Israel. presstv.ir A military affairs analyst says the Jabalia refugee camp has become a "ghost town" amid Israel's ongoing aggression against northern Gaza.
(2024-12-22). Iran warns against US-Israeli plot to weaken Muslims, dominate region. presstv.ir The Iranian foreign minister condemns joint attacks by the US, Britain and the Israeli regime on Yemen.
(2024-12-22). Jabalya refugee camp, one of the world's most densely populated areas, is now a ghost town. haaretz.com The IDF operated in Jabalya twice before, but this time, the camp was taken apart, leading to the systematic crushing of Hamas. Jabalya, regarded as the cradle of the first intifada, is also deeply tied to the attacks of October 7…
(2024-12-22). Report: Hamas agrees to release 11 young men in first phase of hostage deal with Israel. haaretz.com Israel is demanding the release of the men as part of a list of 34 hostages, in exchange for 250 Palestinian prisoners, some serving life sentences, according to Egypt's Al-Rad news channel…
(2024-12-22). Slovenia demands Israel's removal from Eurovision 2025. haaretz.com Prior to the submittal of the letter to the European Broadcasting Union on Friday, members discussed whether to boycott the competition or to black out the screen while Israel is performing…
(2024-12-22). Israel's navy has been quietly making waves in war against Hamas and Hezbollah. haaretz.com Intercepting a Houthi drone from a missile boat last week was one of many actions by Israel's navy, which has participated in fighting and defense since October 7, 2023, unlike in past wars…
(2024-12-22). Israel attacks Kamal Adwan Hospital, imposes evacuation order. newarab.com 
The Israeli army has reportedly ordered the evacuation of Abu Safiya said the mission was "next to impossible" because staff did not have ambulances to move the patients. | Israeli forces targeted the hospital's generators with <...
(2024-12-22). Israel's Gaza war tied to rising Islamophobia in Europe: report. newarab.com 
A report on Saturday has revealed that Israel's ongoing military actions in Gaza have led to a significant increase in The The findings asserted that Islamophobia had manifested through "
(2024-12-22). UN General Assembly asks court on Israel's obligations in Gaza. newarab.com 
(2024-12-22). Israeli strikes on hospital and school in Gaza condemned. plenglish.com Ramallah, Dec 22 (Prensa Latina) The Palestinian National Council condemned the new Israeli military shelling of a hospital and a school full of refugees in Gaza, calling it a violation of international law.
(2024-12-22). Director hospital in Gaza denounces new Israeli attacks. plenglish.com Ramallah, Dec 22 (Prensa Latina) The director of the Gazan hospital Kamal Adwan, Hossam Abu Safiya, denounced today the new Israeli bombings against the facility, which he considered the most violent since the beginning of the siege 78 days ago.
(2024-12-22). US-British Aggression Target Yemeni capital of Sanaa. indybay.org Yemenis have declared their open support for Palestine's struggle against the "Israeli" occupation since the entity launched a devastating war on Gaza on October 7 after the territory's Palestinian resistance movements carried out a surprise retaliatory attack, dubbed Operation Al-Aqsa Flood, against the occupying entity.
(2024-12-22). Complaint filed against Franco-Israeli soldier: the French judiciary must open an investigation. fidh.org
(2024-12-22). 'This is cruelty, not war,' Pope Francis slams Israel's brutality against Gaza children. presstv.ir Francis said his heart was touched after Israel's killing of at least seven children from one family on Friday.
(2024-12-22). Gaza a 'crucible of suffering' for civilians: Irish president. presstv.ir The Irish president slams global silence on Israel's violation of all humanitarian law which turned the Gaza Strip into a crucible of suffering for children and their families.
(2024-12-21). The Eurocentric Colonial Anachronism of 'Israel.' What Will the Past and Future Say About Our Macabre Present? orinocotribune.com By Susana Kahlil — Dec 12, 2024 | From the past
| I mourn those beings who fought against the darkness of barbarism in the past, and I scream for forgiveness. You must be much sadder now, seeing that we, the present, have not advanced in human justice. We are worse. | Celebration, for the ignoble beings of this cursed darkness of the past, those ignoble beings who fought in favor of barbarism in their past moment, I scream, from the noble primates, I resist until the end of the piece of time that time gives me to resist against barbarism. You must be happier than ever, seeing that we, the present, have…
(2024-12-21). At Least 9 Yemeni Civilians Killed in Zionist Airstrikes on Sana'a and Hodeidah. orinocotribune.com At least nine citizens were killed and three others were injured early this Thursday as a result of airstrikes by the Israeli enemy on the capital Sana'a and Hodeidah governorate. | A security source in Hodeidah reported that seven people were killed as a result of a Zionist airstrike targeting the Salif port, and two others were killed and one injured from two airstrikes on the Ras Isa oil facility. | He added that two citizens were injured after seven Israeli airstrikes targeted the Hodeida port. | Earlier in the day, the Israeli enemy carried out a series of airstrikes early Thursday morning targeting the capi…
(2024-12-21). Israel Kills 21 Palestinians in Gaza within 24 Hours. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — At least 21 Palestinians were killed, and 61 others injured in Israeli attacks across the Gaza Strip in the last 24 hours, the enclave's Health Ministry reported on Saturday.
(2024-12-21). Israel-Palestine Documentary 'No Other Land' soars above controversy. mronline.org 
After being denounced by German government officials following its February premiere in Berlin, the film has become one of the year's most acclaimed works.
(2024-12-21). Video: Yemeni 'ballistic missile' strikes building in Tel Aviv. skwawkbox.org Retaliation for Israel strike hits home as 'iron dome' defence missiles detonate too late A ballistic missile fired by Yemen's Houthi forces has struck Tel Aviv tonight, after evading Israel's US-made 'iron dome' defence system when interceptor missiles appeared to explode after the incoming projectile had already passed them: Israeli media said the missile struck …
(2024-12-21). Pope Francis Condemns Israeli Airstrikes, Says Bombing Children in Gaza 'Is Not War, It's Cruelty'. themedialine.org 
(2024-12-21). 'No concern for Palestinian suffering': Ex-official slams US's Gaza policy. aljazeera.com Former State Department official Mike Casey says the US government is pursuing Israel's interests over its own.
(2024-12-21). US says it conducted strikes against Houthi targets in Yemen's capital. aljazeera.com US strikes on Sanaa come amid recent series of attacks between the Yemeni rebel group and the Israeli military.
(2024-12-21). Houthi missile fired from Yemen falls in central Israel, wounding 23; IDF: Interception failed. haaretz.com A large crater several meters deep was formed at the impact site, a playground between residential buildings in Jaffa, south of Tel Aviv. Many residents reported they didn't have time to reach a bomb shelter, with a loud explosion heard mere seconds after sirens were activated…
(2024-12-21). WhatsApp vs. NSO: U.S. court rules Israeli spyware firm liable for Pegasus hacking. haaretz.com In a dramatic interim ruling, a U.S. judge accepted WhatsApp's claim against NSO, holding it legally responsible for activities conducted with its Pegasus software, despite its clients being state entities and its operations being supervised by Israel…
(2024-12-21). A gang of asylum seekers' children is menacing a gentrifying Tel Aviv neighborhood. haaretz.com Children of asylum seekers and migrants who grew up in the slums around Tel Aviv's Central Bus Station and have virtually no chance of integrating into Israeli society, are being tempted to join violent gangs in their neighborhoods. A tale of fear and loathing in the southern reaches of the city…
(2024-12-21). With its megalomaniacal arrogance, Israel is turning into ancient Athens. haaretz.com One can easily liken Israel to ancient Sparta, where war and national fortitude were glorified. But a more accurate comparison is with Athens, which in seeking to eliminate the Persian threat found itself facing catastrophe…
(2024-12-21). As Israel's public broadcaster faces shutdown threat, self-censorship has taken hold, employees say. haaretz.com Even before Kan, the Israeli Public Broadcasting Corporation, is shut down, the threat itself is already having an impact. The news department is careful about its reports from Gaza and the Arabic-language channel, say some, has adopted a right-wing agenda…
(2024-12-21). WhatsApp vs. NSO: U.S. court rules Israeli spyware firm liable for Pegasus hacking. haaretz.com In a dramatic interim ruling, a U.S. judge accepted WhatsApp's claim against NSO, holding it legally responsible for activities conducted with its Pegasus software, despite its clients being state entities and its operations being supervised by Israel…
(2024-12-21). "We Just Do What the Israelis Want Us to Do" counterpunch.org
(2024-12-21). German Christmas market terrorist is far-right Israel, Musk, Wilders, Yaxley-Lennon fan. skwawkbox.org 
Right-wing Islamophobes rushed to exploit Magdeburg atrocity — UK politicians and 'mainstream' media silent Right-wing racists rushed to exploit the Christmas market terror attack in the German city of Magdeburg to incite anti-Muslim hatred, because the suspected attacker's name is Taleb al Abdulmohsen. Five people were murdered, including a nine-year-old child, and hundreds injured. But …
(2024-12-21). Anarchia nel Levante: Il vostro sogno futuro è un piano di caos. strategic-culture.su Teheran e Mosca non si fanno illusioni-e si stanno preparando di conseguenza. La guerra contro i BRICS è appena iniziata. | Segue nostro La Siria come la conoscevamo viene sventrata in tempo reale — in termini geografici, culturali, economici e militari — da una spaventosa confluenza di folle mercenarie Rent-a-Jihadi e genocidi psicopatologici che pregano sull'altare di Eretz Israel. | Tutto cià≤ è pienamente supportato dall…
(2024-12-22). Ukrainian Neo-Nazi Leader Supports Nuclear Escalation. globalresearch.ca Ukrainian public figures are beginning to admit their intentions to cause a nuclear catastrophe. For the militants in the ranks of the regime, nuclear war is not something to be avoided. They believe that such an extreme scenario will have …
(2024-12-21). Legalization for All Network demands Biden extend Temporary Protected Status before Trump takes office. fightbacknews.org
(2024-12-22). Chris Hedges: Catastrophe for the Palestinians and the Region. scheerpost.com
(2024-12-21). The Chris Hedges Report: The Meaning Of Christmas. popularresistance.org In a case of tragic coincidence, the place most closely associated with the uplifting story of Jesus Christ, Christmas and the teachings of the Bible is now being subject to some of the most sustained and severe death and destruction that modern society has seen. Rev. Munther Isaac, the pastor at the Evangelical Lutheran Christmas Church in Bethlehem and the Lutheran Church in Beit Sahour, joins host Chris Hedges on this special episode of The Chris Hedges Report to revisit the story of Christmas and how it relates to Palestine then and now.
(2024-12-21). COP29 Contradiction And The Climate. popularresistance.org Climate activists are considering throwing in the COP towel after negotiations led to a poor budget deal, with activists walking away with only $300 billion of their $1 trillion goal after this year's dubbed 'finance' COP. | The 29th annual Conference Of Parties, or COP29 was created to facilitate international cooperation over ways to keep the global average temperature rise close to 1.5 degrees C. However, climate activists are now arguing that the process is instead a way for fossil fuel industries to protect their interests. | While at COP, climate activist and five time COP attendee Xiye Bastida explained, "
(2024-12-21). Montreal Port Workers Have One Last Chance To Reach A Deal. popularresistance.org At the Port of Montréal, nearly 1,200 longshore workers have been ordered into binding arbitration by the Canadian government following a 10-day lockout. | There's still one final chance to reach a consensual agreement. The Syndicat des Débardeurs (Canadian Union of Public Employees Local 375) and the Maritime Employers Association have entered a 90-day period of mediation. During this period, they are to refrain from making any public statements. | If the mediated negotiations fail, a new contract will be imposed by the federal government. | Longshore workers at the port have been working without a contract sinc…
(2024-12-21). Generation U Raises Its Head With A Roar. popularresistance.org In the middle of the holiday rush and massive profits for big business, Starbucks workers have just joined Amazon workers and gone on strike against one of the largest corporations in the country. Hundreds of workers are rising up against these union-busting companies who refuse to negotiate contracts that would guarantee real wage increases, job protections, and other much-need improvements to working conditions. Amazon and Starbucks workers, who have been at the forefront of a new wave of labor organizing amongst precarious sectors of workers in recent years, have had enough.
(2024-12-21). 'We Make Them Billions, Everyday!': Amazon Workers Hold The Line. popularresistance.org Amazon workers at facilities across the country are out on an Unfair Labor Practice (ULP) strike, demanding that the company recognize their union and begin negotiations for a contract. | "Momentum continues to mount as more workers fight for fair treatment from this $2 trillion corporation," wrote the International Brotherhood of Teamsters. The thousands of Amazon workers on strike across the country are organized with the Teamsters, one of the largest unions in North America and which led a historic and successful struggle against shipping giant UPS in 2023. "The Amazon Teamsters movement grows bigger and stron…
(2024-12-21). New Report Shows A Surge In European SLAPP Suits. popularresistance.org Lawsuits to silence those speaking out and fighting in the interest of the public are increasingly being used as a form of private censorship, according to a new report published last week by the Coalition Against SLAPPS in Europe, or CASE. | Developed in collaboration with the Daphne Caruana Galizia Foundation, the report shows that SLAPPs continue to rise in Europe and identifies a total of 1,049 cases between 2010-2023. The lawsuits cover a broad range of topics, and environmental issues made up the second-most-targeted subject of all the SLAPP suits reported, behind corruption.
(2024-12-22). US Airstrikes Hit Houthi Targets After Tel Aviv Missile Attack. themedialine.org 
forbes.com (2024-12-22). U.S. Navy Pilots Eject From Jet Into Red Sea In Friendly Fire Incident
A U.S. missile cruiser shot down a Navy fighter jet in what military officials said was a "friendly fire" incident over the Red Sea on Sunday, as the U.S. military has increased its presence in the Red Sea to fight back against Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen.
(2024-12-21). Houthi Missile Explodes in Tel Aviv Park After Failed Interceptions, Injuring 16. themedialine.org 
(2024-12-21). Lebanese army seizes military centres belonging to Palestinian groups (+Photos). plenglish.com 
Beirut, Dec 21 (Prensa Latina) The Lebanese army announced today the seizure of military centres belonging to Palestinian organisations, as part of the extension of state authority in several regions of the country.
(2024-12-21). Is the US willing to take action against foreign powers fuelling Sudan war? aljazeera.com President Joe Biden hopes to negotiate a ceasefire before leaving office in January.
(2024-12-22). Leader: Iran Has No Proxies. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei said Iran does not have or need any proxy forces, stressing that the resistance forces in Yemen, Lebanon and Palestine are acting single-handedly with the power of faith.
(2024-12-21). The War Continues in Lebanon's Only Burn Unit. themedialine.org
(2024-12-21). The Fenzel Plan: How the US Engineered the PA's West Bank Crackdown. scheerpost.com 
(2024-12-21). Commending acts of violence by some Jews, Rafidah, Muslims, and Christians. salaficentre.com 
In The Name of Allah, The Most Merciful, The Bestower of Mercy. Specific past events involving some Jews, Rafidah, Muslims, and Christians aiming to radicalise youth Allah [The Exalted] says: ŸàŸéŸ±ŸÑŸëŸéÿ∞ŸêŸäŸÜŸé ŸäŸéŸÇŸèŸàŸÑŸèŸàŸÜŸé ÿ±Ÿéÿ®ŸëŸéŸÜŸéÿß ŸáŸéÿ®…
(2024-12-21). L'Industria della Guerra Distrugge le Nostre Vite. globalresearch.ca Mentre la crisi dell'auto, aggravata da ulteriori misure protezionistiche statunitensi, mette a rischio in Italia 40mila posti di lavoro, e il debito pubblico italiano sale al 139% del PIL e continua ad aumentare, continua a crescere la spesa militare italiana: …
(2024-12-22). Sri Lanka's People Have Kicked Out the Old Political Class. cadtm.org
(2024-12-22). The CADTM International network condemns the cowardice of Northern governments in response to the climate emergency. cadtm.org
(2024-12-22). Ireland election: its economic model under threat? cadtm.org
(2024-12-22). Iran Condemns US Strikes on Yemen. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The Iranian Foreign Ministry's spokesperson strongly condemned the air strikes that the US conducted on Yemen's capital Sana'a.
(2024-12-22). Gender Justice Requisite for Progress: Iran's President. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian affirmed his administration's commitment to ensuring women's participation in various fields, describing gender justice as a social and economic necessity and a moral principle.
(2024-12-22). Iran Condemns Attack on German Christmas Market. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The spokesperson for the Iranian Foreign Ministry condemned a deadly attack at a Christmas market in Germany's Magdeburg where a driver plowed a car into crowd of people.
(2024-12-21). Iran Reacts to Arrest of Nationals over Alleged Link with Drone Attack on US Forces. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The Foreign Ministry of Iran has demanded explanation from the ambassador of Switzerland and Italy's charge d'affaires for the capture of two Iranian citizens in the US and Italy for alleged connection with a drone attack that killed three US soldiers in Jordan in January.
(2024-12-21). President Asks Scientific Elites to Assist in Iran's Progress. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian called on Iranian medalists at international science Olympiads to contribute to the efforts to build and develop the homeland.
(2024-12-21). Tel Aviv Missile Strike Leaves Dozens Injured As Yemeni Solidarity with Gaza Intensifies. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — A ballistic missile fired from Yemen struck central occupied Palestine early Saturday, injuring over 30 people as Yemeni Armed Forces intensified operations in solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza.
(2024-12-21). Probe Urged into Murder of 2 Iranians in Northern France. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Iran called on the French government to launch a serious investigation into the murder of two Iranian nationals in a shooting incident in northern France.
(2024-12-22). Brazil plans to significantly increase oil production by 2025. tvbrics.com 
According to official data, the country produced an average of 3.4 million bpd this year until October…
(2024-12-21). China unveils new species of early Jurassic dinosaur. tvbrics.com 
A well-preserved fossil of this dinosaur has been discovered in southwest China's Yunnan Province…
(2024-12-21). Indian railways embrace innovation to boost safety and efficiency through cutting-edge technology. tvbrics.com 
The advanced system promises to revolutionise track maintenance with state-of-the-art diagnostics…
(2024-12-21). Suez Canal Economic Zone signs contracts worth US$38 million. tvbrics.com 
The total investment for all projects is US$309 million, with a total area of 751,000 square metres, which will create about 14,200 jobs…
(2024-12-21). Russia to use domestically developed cancer vaccine in 2025. tvbrics.com 
It is created from weakened tumour cells…
(2024-12-22). Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,032. aljazeera.com Here are the key developments on the 1,032nd day of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
(2024-12-22). Trump threatens to take back control of Panama Canal over 'ridiculous fees'. aljazeera.com Trump also hinted at China's growing influence around the canal, which connects the Atlantic to the Pacific oceans.
(2024-12-22). I am living my own Nakba. aljazeera.com I have lost my home and I feel I may be losing my homeland, too.
(2024-12-22). Crowds mourn victims of deadly car-ramming attack at German Christmas marke. aljazeera.com
(2024-12-22). Famous sports stars who died in 2024: Beckenbauer, OJ, West, Mays, Kiptum. aljazeera.com
(2024-12-22). Usyk defeats Fury in points decision in Riyadh to retain heavyweight title. aljazeera.com Oleksandr Usyk defeats Tyson Fury in Saudi Arabia to retain his undisputed heavyweight boxing crown.
(2024-12-21). Governments and banks once mocked Bitcoin. Now they want in on it. aljazeera.com After topping $100,000, Bitcoin supporters see the cryptocurrency soaring even higher.
(2024-12-21). Albania bans TikTok for one year after school stabbing. aljazeera.com The decision comes after a 14-year-old boy was stabbed to death by a classmate following a social media fight.
(2024-12-21). At least 13 people killed in Nigeria stampedes at charity events. aljazeera.com At least 10 killed in the capital, Abuja, and three killed in the town of Okija during charity distributions.
(2024-12-21). Biden signs funding bill into law, averting US government shutdown. aljazeera.com President hails the passage of the legislation after days of uncertainty and negotiations that went down to the wire.
(2024-12-21). At least 32 people killed as bus and truck collide in Brazil. aljazeera.com Passenger bus collides with truck near town of Lajinha in southeastern state of Minas Gerais, fire officials say.
(2024-12-21). Eight sentenced in France in connection with murder of teacher Samuel Paty. aljazeera.com Teacher was stabbed and beheaded outside his school in Paris in 2020 after an online hate campaign.
(2024-12-21). Germans mourn five people killed, 200 injured in Christmas market attack. aljazeera.com A memorial service takes place in the cathedral of Magdeburg, a city shaken by the deadly incident.
(2024-12-21). Ukrainian drones strike deep into Russia, Russia takes village near Donetsk. aljazeera.com Residential buildings have been hit in the Russian city of Kazan, causing no casualties.
(2024-12-21). Trump and the return of the National 'Emergy'. aljazeera.com A new war on migrants, aimed at distracting from actual problems, is about to begin in America.
(2024-12-21). The desperate last stand to save a forest from Tesla. aljazeera.com In the German forest of Grunheide, hundreds of protesters occupied the trees to protest Tesla's expansion plans.
(2024-12-21). Germans mourn five people killed, 200 injured in Christmas market attack. aljazeera.com
(2024-12-21). What are 'non-crime hate incidents' which have become so hated in the UK? aljazeera.com Children in England and Wales have been investigated by police for calling each other names, a study has found.
(2024-12-21). Don't switch off — the world's children have never needed you more. aljazeera.com We all have a responsibility to make 2025 a better year for children everywhere.‚ÄØ…
(2024-12-22). (VIDEO) Breakthrough in the fight against glioblastoma. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org The Casper family cherishing time together in 2023 There is new hope in the fight against glioblastoma, the deadliest and most aggressive form of primary brain cancer. Currently there is no cure, but results of a new study conducted at Mayo Clinic show patients experienced improved overall survival while maintaining quality of life after undergoing a novel approach to treatment. Watch: Breakthrough in the fight against glioblastoma youtu.be/3TZSUEP4jPM Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (2: 45) is in the…
(2024-12-22). Breakthrough in treatment approach showing promise in the fight against glioblastoma, the deadliest and most aggressive type of brain cancer. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org PHOENIX — Mayo Clinic announces the results of an innovative treatment approach that may offer improvement in overall survival in older patients with newly diagnosed glioblastoma while maintaining quality of life. Glioblastoma is the most lethal type of primary brain cancer due to its aggressive nature and its treatment-resistant characteristics. It is the most common form of primary brain cancer. Each year an estimated 14,500 people in the U.S. are diagnosed with the disease. Results…
(2024-12-22). Two suspected mpox cases isolated at Kitgum General Hospital. independent.co.ug 
Kitgum, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | A suspected outbreak of the Monkeypox (MPOX) disease has been reported in Kitgum district, with two brothers isolated at Kitgum General Hospital. The brothers, aged 5 and 8, were admitted to the hospital after presenting classic symptoms of the disease. According to Dr. Henry Okello Otto, the Kitgum District …
(2024-12-21). Nearly 120 Anti-LGBTQ Bills Filed Across the US Before 2025 Has Even Started. truthout.org After a record-breaking year for anti-trans legislation, 2025 is shaping up to be even more challenging for transgender and queer people across the United States. A legislative tracker maintained by Erin In The Morning and other volunteers has found that nearly 120 anti-trans and anti-LGBTQ+ bills have already been filed in states nationwide ahead of the 2025 legislative season. |
(2024-12-22). Bolivia: Interior Minister Promises to Execute Arrest Warrant Against Evo Morales. orinocotribune.com Bolivian Minister for the Interior Eduardo del Castillo announced that the Bolivian Police will execute the arrest warrant against former President Evo Morales, who is being investigated for the crime of human trafficking and smuggling, allegedly committed during his presidential tenure. | "The Bolivian Police has always demonstrated its professionalism and training in all the tasks that have been entrusted to it, and we believe that it has all the necessary skills and capabilities to do its job," del Castillo said on Tuesday, December 17. | El ministro de Gobierno, Eduardo Del Castillo, afirmó este martes que la…
(2024-12-22). China 'firmly opposes' US military aid to Taiwan. presstv.ir China says it "firmly opposes" the United States' approval of new military aid to Taiwan.
(2024-12-22). AI poster reveals China's environmentally friendly disposal technology for PFOS waste. ecns.cn In order to promote the reduction and phase-out of perfluorooctane sulfonate (PFOS) and its salts, and perfluorooctane sulfonyl fluoride (PFOSF) in China and to prevent environmental risks, it is urgently necessary to safely and harmlessly treat and dispose of PFOS-containing products, by-products and PFOS-containing waste generated during production and use.
(2024-12-22). China's achievements in phase-out of PFOS ‚Üí. ecns.cn In order to fulfill national obligations under the Convention and implement its requirements, the Foreign Environmental Cooperation Center (FECO) of the Ministry of Ecology and Environment and the World Bank jointly developed and implemented the "Reduction and Phase-out of PFOS in Priority Sectors Project in China" of the Global Environment Facility (hereinafter referred to as the Project). Since January 1, 2024, China has completely banned the production, use, import and export of PFOS substances for all purposes, including the fire protection industry.
(2024-12-22). What are the achievements in PFOS governance? ecns.cn To promote the reduction and phase-out of PFOS, the Foreign Environmental Cooperation Center of the Ministry of Ecology and Environment and the World Bank jointly developed and implemented the "Reduction and Phase-Out of PFOS in Priority Sectors Project in China" under the Global Environment Facility. Watch episode 4 of the four-episode popular science animation videos to learn the achievements of the project and see how the "little monster" PFOS is suppressed.
(2024-12-22). 120 seconds to discover China's green solutions for prevention and control of red imported fire ants. ecns.cn Did you know that tiny red imported fire ants can create enormous environmental challenges? China has made remarkable strides in phasing out PFOS once used in the prevention and control of red imported fire ants‚Üí…
(2024-12-22). Fluorine Pollution in Electroplating | Reduction of PFOS in the Electroplating Industry: An Environmental Protection War without Gunpowder. ecns.cn PFOS is recognized by the international community as a persistent organic pollutant. In 2022, it was included in the list of new pollutants under key control in China. At present, PFOS is still widely used in industrial manufacturing, industrial supplies and consumer products, including the electroplating industry. As a major electroplating power, what challenges will China face in reducing PFOS?
(2024-12-22). Shift in policy set to bolster recovery. ecns.cn After remaining largely unchanged for over a decade, China's recent monetary policy shift is expected to provide stronger support for economic growth in the coming year.
(2024-12-22). Growth and stability 'focus' for next year. ecns.cn Growth and structural reforms for the economy were the focus of China's annual Central Economic Work Conference, or CEWC, held from Dec 11 to 12, when top policymakers decided the country's economic priorities for the next year, analysts said.
(2024-12-22). China reduces holdings of U.S. Treasury bonds to $760.1 billion in October. ecns.cn Chinese holdings of U.S. Treasury bonds fell to $760.1 billion in October, according to data released by the U.S. Department of the Treasury on Thursday (U.S. time). It marked a fourth consecutive month that China's holdings of U.S. Treasury bonds decreased, data showed.
(2024-12-22). China pledges support for Serbia's sovereignty, development. ecns.cn China will steadfastly support Serbia in upholding its national sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity, while actively backing its pursuit of development and prosperity, Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Friday.
(2024-12-22). China's envoy: AI is not a cake for a small group of people. ecns.cn China's ambassador to the United Nations on Thursday emphasized that artificial Intelligence (AI) technology is not a cake for a small group of people, nor should its global governance be determined by just a small number of countries.
(2024-12-22). Coal Use Hits Record High in 2024 Thanks to India and China. wattsupwiththat.com The only takeaways from the coal use data are that countries with sensible leaders are looking to the energy needs of their citizens and that climate is too complex an issue to attribute to a gas that is 0.04% of Earth's atmosphere.
(2024-12-22). (Macao's 25th return Anniversary) Education cooperation highlighted within Greater Bay Area for deeper cooperation: UM Rector. ecns.cn On December 20, 2024, Macao celebrates the 25th anniversary of its return to the motherland. On this occasion, Yonghua Song, rector of the University of Macau (UM), shared his views on how Macao can better serve as a link between China and Portuguese-speaking countries and better integrate into the development of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area.
(2024-12-21). U.S. farmers brace for potential tariffs. america.cgtn.com 
A whole host of countries and industries are already preparing for the potential impacts of a trade dispute next year. U.S. President-elect Donald Trump has threatened to impose a blanket 60% tariffs on goods from China. When Trump imposed tariffs on China imports in his previous administration, China then retaliated by putting tariffs on various U.S. goods including agricultural products like soybeans and corn. | And U.S. farmers are now preparing for a similar scenario, as CGTN's Dan Williams reports.
(2024-12-21). China-Latin America: strategic alliance deepens. plenglish.com By Isaura Diez | Chief China correspondent | Chinese President Xi Jinping made his sixth visit to the region since 2013, highlighting the importance Beijing attaches to its relations with Latin America and the Caribbean. | During his stay, the Chinese leader attended nearly 40 bilateral and multilateral events, while more than 60 cooperation documents were signed in various sectors, including trade, technology, infrastructure and culture. | In Brazil, Xi Jinping held talks with his host, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, and the two leaders reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening the comprehensive strategic part…
(2024-12-21). Cubanos residentes en China demandan fin de política hostil de EEUU (+Fotos). radiohc.cu Beijing, 21 dic (RHC) Cubanos residentes en China reafirmaron este sábado su compromiso con su país de origen, denunciaron el bloqueo de Estados Unidos y respaldaron la lucha por la justicia y la soberanía.
(2024-12-21). The Democratic Party Deserves Its Image as a Party of War. commondreams.org
(2024-12-22). Mexico's Dirty War, 50 Years Later. counterpunch.org
(2024-12-22). A Nation of Immigrants? counterpunch.org
(2024-12-22). 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…
(2024-12-22). Italy reported 1,896 cases of Covid-19 in the last week. plenglish.com Rome, Dec 22 (Prensa Latina) From December 12 to 18, Italy registered 1,896 new cases of COVID-19, a decrease of 5.9 percent compared with the 2,015 reported the previous week, an official note indicates today.
(2024-12-22). How the small city of Yiwu releases big potential. ecns.cn
(2024-12-22). Fluorine Pollution in Electroplating | Challenges in Eliminating and Reducing PFOS in the Electroplating Industry. ecns.cn Electroplating is a romantic combination of craftsmanship and aesthetics. However, PFOS poses new opportunities and challenges to the electroplating industry.
(2024-12-22). Yiwu-Madrid! A 13,052-km courier journey of a 'steel caravan'. ecns.cn From Yiwu, the "World's Supermarket," to Madrid, the largest small commodity distribution center in Europe, the Yiwu-Europe freight train, spanning 13,052 kilometers, sets the record for the longest rail transport service in the world.
(2024-12-22). PFOS in daily life. ecns.cn Daily life is rife with potential active sites for PFOS, which can enter the human body through food intake, skin contact and air inhalation. Watch episode 3 of the four-episode popular science animation videos to learn how to avoid contact with the "little monster" PFOS in your daily life!
(2024-12-22). New eco-friendly killers of red imported fire ants. ecns.cn Recognized as one of the world's 100 most dangerous invasive species, red imported fire ants are notorious for their painful bites and environmental impact. But with the phase-out of PFOS pesticides due to their harmful pollution, how can we control the spread of red imported fire ants in an eco-friendly and sustainable manner? Don't worry—this animation holds the answer.
(2024-12-22). Fluorine Pollution in Electroplating | Reducing PFAS and Watching How Electroplating Wastewater Can Be "Slimmed Down" ecns.cn Sewage treatment plants are important gathering places for PFAS and are also major sources of its diffusion and transfer to the environment. How to efficiently remove these new pollutants from wastewater? What is the effect? Professor Deng Shubo from Tsinghua University will tell you about the "slimming down" of electroplating wastewater.
(2024-12-22). PLA garrison urged to play pillar role. ecns.cn President Xi Jinping urged members of the People's Liberation Army Macao Garrison on Friday to comprehensively improve their capabilities to perform their duties and make greater contributions to implementing the "one country, two systems" principle.
(2024-12-22). Xi extends sympathy to Mozambique cyclone victims. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping sent a message of sympathy on Friday to Mozambican President Filipe Nyusi over the devastating Cyclone Chido that wreaked havoc in the African country.
(2024-12-22). Xi hails success of 'one country, two systems'. ecns.cn President Xi Jinping stressed on Friday long-term adherence to "one country, two systems" and urged Macao to continue with efforts to diversify its economy, as he addressed a gathering in celebration of the 25th anniversary of Macao's return to the motherland.
(2024-12-22). SAR urged to enhance unity and cooperation. ecns.cn President Xi Jinping said that the central government will fully support Sam Hou-fai, who was sworn in on Friday as the sixthterm chief executive of the Macao Special Administrative Region, and the new SAR government in fulfilling their duties.
(2024-12-22). Chang'e 6 samples shed light on lunar magnetism. ecns.cn Chinese scientists recently obtained the first information about the ancient magnetic field on the far side of the Moon, through the analysis of lunar soil samples brought back by the Chang'e 6 mission.
(2024-12-22). Spokeswoman offers condolences after deadly fire in Taiwan. ecns.cn A Chinese mainland spokeswoman extended condolences on Friday following a tragic fire in Taiwan that claimed nine lives.
(2024-12-22). Fluorine Pollution in Electroplating | Technologies and Engineering Demonstration for Typical PFAS Removal from Electroplating Wastewater. ecns.cn
(2024-12-22). Toxicology vs Virology: The Rockefeller Institute and the Criminal Polio Fraud. globalresearch.ca Global Research Introductory Note: | This carefully researched and timely article by F. William Engdahl was first published on July 13, 2022. | In October 2023,
(2024-12-21). As Pakistan Murders Protesters, Leading US Papers Play Down Washington's Role. fair.org
(2024-12-22). Gaza deal 'closer than ever', say Palestinian groups from Cairo. newarab.com 
(2024-12-22). Yemeni army claims hypersonic missile attack on Tel Aviv. presstv.ir Yemen's military says it has targeted Tel Aviv with a hypersonic ballistic missile, in support of the Palestinian people in the besieged Gaza Strip.
(2024-12-22). Friday 1/3: Power Half Hour for Gaza. indybay.org Zoom | http: //jvp.org/gazaph…
(2024-12-21). It's Becoming Harder to Protest Gaza War on Campus—and Also to Teach About It. scheerpost.com 
(2024-12-22). Pandemic 2.0 Unleashed? California Declares State of Emergency Amid Bird Flu Propaganda Blitz. globalresearch.ca If you've been even halfheartedly monitoring the utterances of free humanity's sworn enemies, the governing authorities and their corporate state media mouthpieces — and, if you consume independent dissident media like Armageddon Prose that, I assume you have — Pandemic …
(2024-12-22). Corporate Agriculture's War against the Family Farm: Tears, Water, Gas and Cannons But India's Farmers Stand Firm. globalresearch.ca People are often kept in a state of confusion, unable to recognise the manipulations at play. It is essential to grasp the bigger picture to understand the true motives behind policy manoeuvres. This clarity unveils the policy landscape as a …
(2024-12-22). Video: The Mysterious Death of the Inventor of the PCR Test, Nobel Laureate Dr. Kary Mullis. globalresearch.ca 
"The PCR is a process. It does not tell you that you are sick." —Dr. Kary Mullis, (image right) Nobel Laureate and Inventor of the RT-PCR, passed away in August 2019. | "…All or a substantial part of these …
(2024-12-22). Cuba Through the Eyes of the Revolution. Embedded with the Calixto Garcia Brigade. Vive Fidel! globalresearch.ca "Cuba has never done an act of terror to nobody! If anything they have sent doctors, they have sent medical brigades, they've always done humanitarian help for anyone who needed it regardless of their political stand!" | — Melissa Peralta…
(2024-12-22). The Wars of Today: Space-Age Perils, Militarizing Space, "More than 2.000 Satellites in Orbit". Fraudulent Pretexts. globalresearch.ca
(2024-12-22). "Peace on Planet Earth: Cancel Your NATO Membership. It's Easy? "Say Goodbye" to the North 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….
(2024-12-22). The Flu Vaccine: Science at Its Worst. globalresearch.ca Joshua Hadfield was a normal, healthy developing child as a toddler. In the midst of the H1N1 swine flu frenzy and the media fear mongering about the horrible consequences children face if left unvaccinated, the Hadfield family had Joshua vaccinated …
(2024-12-22). Russia's SAM 400, Surface to Air Missile, Defense System. globalresearch.ca First published on July 31, 2024 | While the mainstream propaganda machine keeps publishing
(2024-12-22). Middle East — Towards Endless Chaos? globalresearch.ca Update as of December 22, 8: 18 AM ET: | At the moment all indications are that the Middle East is rapidly plunging into Chaos, with capital C. | Since the article below was published, the US has apparently increased its troops stationed …
(2024-12-21). WEF Adviser Hariri: the Planet No Longer Needs the "Vast Majority" of the Population. globalresearch.ca
(2024-12-21). Selected Articles: Kiev Regime Kills Russian General Who Exposed Western Big Pharma's Crimes in Ukraine. globalresearch.ca 
By The choice of Igor Kirillov as a target is easy to understand. He was responsible for investigating Ukrainian …
(2024-12-21). Polà¥nia incapaz de continuar a ajudar a Ucrânia. globalresearch.ca Até os aliados mais próximos de Kiev parecem estar cansados da guerra. Numa declaraàßà£o recente, o vice-ministro da Defesa polaco, Pawel Zalewski, afirmou que o seu país atingiu o limite da sua assistência à Ucrânia e já nà£o é capaz …
(2024-12-22). Is Public, Quality Healthcare Possible in the United States? scheerpost.com 
(2024-12-22). 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…
(2024-12-21). Luigi Mangione's Indictment Is Another Example of the Dangers of Terror Charges. truthout.org Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg unveiled new charges on Tuesday against Luigi Mangione, the 26-year-old suspected of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. While Mangione already faced second-degree murder and weapons charges, the unsealed indictment reveals an escalation: New York prosecutors have charged Mangione with first-degree murder "in furtherance of terrorism. |
(2024-12-22). MEP Gheorghe Piperea: Unlike Russia, the EU cannot afford a 15-year war. indybay.org The European Commission has an obsession with war and arms race and whoever talks about peace – is an enemy, that must be kept within a cordon sanitaire so as not to contaminate the pure and elevated parishioners of the personality cult of the high-ranking European bureaucrat. | In Romania, military support to Ukraine (in addition to the economic and humanitarian support) is a state secret. From the resolution of 17 July 2024, we learned with astonishment that Romania, along with the other Member States, contributes with 0.25% of GDP to the costs of the war in Ukraine.
(2024-12-21). Criminosos brasileiros lutam como mercenários por Kiev e cometem crimes de guerra em Kursk. strategic-culture.su
(2024-12-21). Trump, tariffs and trade: 'Protectionism' won't save workers. liberationnews.org
(2024-12-22). Nicolás Maduro felicitó a Cuba por levantar su voz contra el bloqueo. cubadebate.cu "Felicito al pueblo cubano por la gran demostración de rebeldía, de fuerza popular que se vivió en las calles de La Habana y en toda Cuba este viernes 20 de diciembre, que levantaron su voz firme y fuerte en contra del bloqueo genocida y criminal", expresó Maduro a través de su canal de Telegram.
(2024-12-21). President Maduro Criticizes Bourgeois Democracy, Announces Constitutional Reform. orinocotribune.com Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro announced that he has formed a team "to consider a major constitutional reform that will further democratize Venezuelan society, empower citizens, and consolidate Venezuela's freedom, national sovereignty, and popular sovereignty." | At an event in Charallave, Miranda state, on Thursday, December 19, he presented 21 recently rehabilitated health facilities throughout Venezuela. President Maduro also announced that the constitutional reform has "great international and national advisors… along with our people" and is inspired by the elections of judges and justices of peace he…
(2024-12-22). Deport profiteers, not migrants! iacenter.org By Betsey Piette December 19, 2024 Within hours of Donald Trump's electoral victory on Nov. 5, private prison stocks began to soar in anticipation of Trump's plan to carry out mass deportations of undocumented immigrants. By Nov. 18, stock values for GEO Group and Core Civic — private prison industry leaders — had more than doubled in the month since mid-October in anticipation that Trump's aggressive deportation plan would increase detention center demand. Demonstrators demand that Wall Street stop bankrolling private prisons, Manhattan, May 1, 2018. Yet even before Trump takes office, the private im…
(2024-12-21). "The UN has failed, and the BRICS will replace it": Parliamentarians and experts discuss Brazil's role in a multipolar world. strategic-culture.su
(2024-12-22). Macron e Rutte, i più pericolosi lacchè europei. strategic-culture.su Macron e Rutte stanno cercando di coinvolgere maggiormente la NATO e l'Europa nella guerra in Ucraina a causa della loro obbedienza senza spina dorsale a Trump. | Segue nostro Il presidente eletto Donald Trump sembra intenzionato a trovare una soluzione pacifica alla guerra triennale in Ucraina. La terribile ironia, tuttavia, è che il conflitto potrebbe entrare nella sua fase più pericolosa a poche settimane dall'insediamento di Trump al…
(2024-12-21). As NATO doubles down on war offensive against Russia, Brussels and Berlin demand more rearmament and a war economy. wsws.org On December 4, Germany's Federal Cabinet decided on the National Security and Defense Strategy (SVI Strategy) to upgrade Germany and make it "war-ready" again after two lost world wars.
(2024-12-22). Venezuela's Far-Right 'Unity' Crumbles: MUD General Secretary Resigns. orinocotribune.com 
The Venezuelan far-right opposition continues to fade and disintegrate, as demonstrated by José Luis Cartaya's resignation from his position as general secretary of the Democratic Unity Roundtable (MUD) on Friday, December 20, after being an active member of the party for 12 years. | Cartaya addressed his resignation letter to the far-right former presidential candidate, Edmundo González Urrutia, and to the Venezuelan National Electoral Council (CNE), through its Commission for Political Participation and Financing, headed by Aymeé Nogal. | Cartaya has no notable political profile. However, he is close to Democra…
(2024-12-21). Not One Day in Prison! No Fine in Uhuru 3 Sentencing Victory! orinocotribune.com "No one's going to prison; no one's going to be fined," stated U.S. District Court Judge William Jung on Monday, December 16, 2024 in the sentencing of the "Uhuru 3." Applause, cheers and tears rose up in the courtroom and hallway that overflowed with supporters from across the political spectrum and around the U.S. | The Uhuru 3 are African People's Socialist Party Chairman Omali Yeshitela, African People's Solidarity Committee Chairwoman Penny Hess and Uhuru Solidarity Movement Chair Jesse Nevel. In September they were found not guilty of acting as unregistered Russian agents. In an unfounded and contradictory…
(2024-12-21). Venezuelan Judiciary Grants Release Orders for 200 Detainees in Post-Electoral Violence Cases. orinocotribune.com Venezuelan Attorney General Tarek William Saab reported that the Venezuelan judiciary has granted 200 release orders for those being prosecuted for post-electoral violence from July 29 to 30. | On Friday, December 20, Attorney General Saab issued a statement detailing that between Thursday, December 19, and Friday, December 20, the 200 measures were granted to defendants. | He added that with these new measures approved, a total of 733 detainees involved in post-electoral violence cases have been released from prison. | "The Attorney General's Office, in a coordinated manner inspired by the principle of collabora…
(2024-12-22). How a fantasy oil train may help the Supreme Court gut a major environmental law. grist.org 
This story was originally published by The state of Utah has come up with its share of boondoggles over the years, but one of the more enduring is the Uinta Basin Railway. The proposed 88-mile rail line would link the oil fields of the remote Uinta Basin region of eastern Utah to national rail lines…
(2024-12-22). Monday 12/30: Woodland Vigil for Palestine. indybay.org Mike Thompson's office | 622 Main St. | Woodland…
(2024-12-21). In the US, only CEOs and corporations are protected by the state. peoplesdispatch.org The outsized response of the state to, on one hand, vilify the man suspected of killing a health insurance CEO, and on the other, repress a workers' strike against Amazon, has shed light on solidarity among the ruling class…
(2024-12-21). Cubans march against the US blockade. peoplesdispatch.org 
Hundreds of thousands of Cuban people participated in the mass demonstration against the six-decade US blockade of Cuba and the inclusion of Cuba on the US state sponsors of terrorism list.
(2024-12-22). Peace negotiations in eastern DRC urged to continue. plenglish.com Luanda, Dec 22 (Prensa Latina) The International Contact Group for the Great Lakes Region (ICG) urged the continuation of peace negotiations in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), local press reported today.
(2024-12-22). Honduras in 2024 amid repeal of ZEDE. plenglish.com Managua (Prensa Latina) The repeal of the so-called Employment and Economic Development Zones (ZEDE) approved in 2013 in Honduras is one of the most important events in that country in 2024 when respect for sovereignty is involved.
(2024-12-22). Trump's threats to retake Panama Canal rejected. plenglish.com Panama City, Dec 22 (Prensa Latina) — As of today, without an official government response, several political parties and media outlets have condemned threats from US President-elect Donald Trump regarding the potential retaking of the Canal.
(2024-12-22). Cuba congratulates teachers and educational work of the Revolution. plenglish.com Havana, Dec 22 (Prensa Latina) Cuba celebrates Educator's Day, and the 63rd anniversary of its declaration of illiteracy-free territory, a fact considered the first great educational achievement of the revolution in power, since 1959.
(2024-12-22). Labor informality grows in Panama. plenglish.com Panama City, Dec 22 (Prensa Latina) Until last October, informality in Panama's labor market registered 49.3 percent, higher than the 47.4 percent in the same period of 2023, it was reported today.
(2024-12-21). Cuba and Japan celebrate 95 years of diplomatic relations. plenglish.com Havana, Dec 21 (Prensa Latina) Cuba has reaffirmed its will to keep on developing relations with Japan on the occasion of the 95th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations, its Foreign Ministry stressed today.
(2024-12-21). Cuba insists the US ought to halt hostility against it. plenglish.com Havana, 21 December (Prensa Latina) Cuba maintains its demand for an end to the United States' policy of maximum pressure, less than a month before the Republican Donald Trump assumes the presidency.
(2024-12-21). Diaz-Canel thanks Cuba's unanimous cry against the US blockade. plenglish.com Havana, 21 December (Prensa Latina) President Miguel Díaz-Canel thanked the more than 500,000 Cubans who marched along Havana's waterfront avenue to demand an end to the US aggression against Cuba.
(2024-12-21). Guyana summons Venezuelan ambassador over Essequibo bridge. plenglish.com Georgetown, Dec 21 (Prensa Latina) Guyana has reported that Foreign Minister Hugh Hilton Todd has summoned Venezuelan Ambassador Carlos Amador to protest the construction of a bridge in the disputed Esequibo area.
(2024-12-21). Nicaragua: Russia assesses interoceanic canal project. plenglish.com Managua, Dec 21 (Prensa Latina) The Russian ambassador to Nicaragua, Mikhail Ledenev, said today that his government is studying the possibility of working on the mega interoceanic canal project in Nicaragua.
(2024-12-22). Rusia desea mejorar relaciones con EEUU, dice Putin. radiohc.cu Moscú, 22 dic (RHC) El presidente ruso, Vladimir Putin, reiteró este domingo en comparecencia en el canal de televisión Rossiya 1, el deseo de mejorar las relaciones entre Moscú y Washington, a menos que ello vaya en perjuicio de los intereses nacionales.
(2024-12-22). Primer ministro francés con un nivel de impopularidad inédito. radiohc.cu París, 22 dic (RHC) El centrista Franàßois Bayrou lidia con un nivel de impopularidad sin precedentes para un primer ministro francés recién designado, rechazo que alcanza el 66 por ciento de los entrevistados en una encuesta divulgada este domingo.
(2024-12-22). Cuba celebra hoy el Día del Educador. radiohc.cu La Habana, 22 dic (RHC) Cuba celebra hoy el Día del Educador, y el 63 aniversario de su declaración de territorio libre de analfabetismo, hecho considerado como la primera gran proeza educacional de la revolución en el poder desde 1959.
(2024-12-22). Rechazan amenazas de Trump de retomar canal de Panamá. radiohc.cu Ciudad de Panamá, 22 dic (RHC) Sin una posición oficial del Gobierno hasta hoy, algunos partidos políticos y medios de prensa rechazaron las amenazas lanzadas por el presidente electo de Estados Unidos, Donald Trump, de retomar el Canal.
(2024-12-22). Defienden identidad y cultura del tabaco y el ron de Cuba (+Fotos). radiohc.cu La Habana, 21 dic (Prensa Latina) La defensa de la identidad y la cultura del tabaco y el ron cubanos tuvieron hoy una nueva expresión con otro momento del Balcón del Habano Bayamanaco, proyecto de más de 20 años de existencia.
(2024-12-22). Repercute en prensa de India y Sri Lanka gran marcha en Cuba. radiohc.cu Nueva Delhi, 22 dic (RHC) Los medios digitales Firstpost y Punjab News Express, de India, y The Lanka leader, de Sri Lanka, resaltaron en sus páginas digitales la reciente multitudinaria marcha en Cuba contra la agresiva política de Estados Unidos.
(2024-12-21). Exigen en Bolivia fin de agresiones de EEUU contra Cuba (+Foto). radiohc.cu La Paz, 21 dic (RHC) El fin de la agresividad de Estados Unidos contra Cuba reclamaron este sábado representantes del Movimiento Boliviano de Solidaridad con la mayor de las Antillas reunidos en la sede de la embajada de la nación caribeña en el país suramericano.
(2024-12-21). Gobierno de Milei tensa relaciones entre Argentina y Chile. radiohc.cu Santiago de Chile, 21 dic (RHC) Las relaciones entre Chile y Argentina atraviesan hoy nuevos momentos de tensión tras las declaraciones del presidente Javier Milei y altos funcionarios de su administración, que descalifican el trabajo del gobierno del país vecino.
(2024-12-21). Bloqueo a Cuba viola derechos humanos, denunció presidente colombiano (+Post). radiohc.cu Bogotá, 21 dic (RHC) El presidente de Colombia, Gustavo Petro, consideró este sábado que el bloqueo impuesto durante más de 60 años por Estados Unidos a Cuba constituye una violación de los derechos humanos.
(2024-12-21). Gobierno de Ecuador dice que apagón nacional fue por actos vandálicos. radiohc.cu Quito, 21 dic (RHC) El Gobierno de Ecuador alegó que el apagón nacional ocurrido en la madrugada de este sábado, alrededor de la 01: 30 (hora local), se produjo por actos vandálicos, en el primer día de la promesa de acabar con los cortes.
(2024-12-21). Cuba y Japón celebran 95 años de relaciones diplomáticas. radiohc.cu La Habana 21, dic (RHC) Cuba reafirmó su voluntad de continuar ampliando los vínculos con Japón, en ocasión de cumplirse este sábado el aniversario 95 del establecimiento de relaciones diplomáticas, expresó la Cancillería de la nación caribeña.
(2024-12-21). Díaz-Canel departe con educadores de Cuba en víspera de su Día. radiohc.cu La Habana 21, dic (RHC) El presidente de Cuba, Miguel Díaz-Canel, departió con maestros y profesores de diversas disciplinas en víspera de la celebración este domingo del Día del Educador.
(2024-12-21). Cuba agradece ayuda solidaria enviada por Colombia. radiohc.cu La Habana, 21 dic (ACN) Miguel Díaz-Canel, Primer Secretario del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba y Presidente de la República, agradeció hoy a su homólogo colombiano Gustavo Petro por la ayuda solidaria enviada a Cuba.
(2024-12-21). Gobernación de Guatemala realizó 176 requisas carcelarias en 2024. radiohc.cu Ciudad de Guatemala, 20 dic (RHC) El Ministerio de Gobernación (Mingob) de Guatemala, junto a sus dependencias, realizó hasta hoy 176 requisas en diferentes centros cancelarios, con la finalidad de ubicar en su interior objetos ilícitos.
(2024-12-21). Lizt Alfonso Dance Cuba ofrecerá función pública en México (+Foto). radiohc.cu Ciudad de México, 21 dic (RHC) Por demanda popular, la compañía Lizt Alfonso Dance Cuba ofrecerá este sábado una función pública en la Plaza 28 de julio de Playa del Carmen, uno de los destinos más atractivos del sureste de México.
(2024-12-21). Discurso del Presidente Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez en Marcha del Pueblo Combatiente. 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 Marcha del Pueblo Combatiente contra el bloqueo y por la exclusión de Cuba de la lista de países supuestamente patrocinadores del terrorismo, en la Tribuna Antimperialista José Martí, el 20 de diciembre de 2024, "Año 66 de la Revolución".
(2024-12-21). Fallece Salvador Fernández, figura esencial de la danza cubana y el Ballet Nacional de Cuba. radiohc.cu La Habana, 21 dic (RHC) El reconocido diseñador cubano Salvador Fernández, figura imprescindible en la historia de la danza y el diseño escénico en Cuba, falleció este sábado repentinamente, a los 87 edad, en esta capital.
(2024-12-21). Cuba recibe donativo procedente de Colombia. radiohc.cu La Habana, 21 dic (RHC) Un donativo del Gobierno y el pueblo de Colombia fue recibido este sábado en el Aeropuerto Internacional José Martí, de La Habana, como gesto de solidaridad a Cuba ante la difícil situación económica agravada por el recrudecimiento de las medidas coercitivas unilaterales de Estados Unidos al país.
(2024-12-21). Pinar del Río rinde tributo al Comandante Julio Camacho Aguilera. radiohc.cu Pinar del Río, 21 dic (RHC) Pinar del Río rindió tributo este sábado al Comandante del Ejército Rebelde Julio Camacho Aguilera, quien falleció el pasado 14 de diciembre a los 100 años de edad y dejó un legado de consagración y humanismo en la provincia más occidental de Cuba.
(2024-12-21). La Siria, gli USA e una lezione per i BRICS. strategic-culture.su àà necessario tenere d'occhio quali risposte Russia, Cina e Iran in particolare daranno alla questione siriana e all'arrogante provocazione degli Stati Uniti. | Segue nostro I recenti eventi in Siria con la caduta del governo di Bashar al-Assad stanno spingendo a importanti cambiamenti in tutto lo scacchiere geopolitico. Cambiando le geometrie del Medio Oriente, cambiano le relazioni fra i molti partecipanti al gioco. E c'è una le…
(2024-12-22). 'No Contract, No Coffee': Starbucks Workers Launch Five Days of Strikes. scheerpost.com 
(2024-12-21). Amazon Workers Launch Largest Strike Yet: 'It Doesn't Feel Like a Job That Should Be Legal'. scheerpost.com 
(2024-12-21). America's Health Insurance Grinches: A Scathing Indictment of 'Market' Economics. scheerpost.com 
(2024-12-21). The West's Romance With Elections Is Dead—the Rules-Based Order Killed It. scheerpost.com 
(2024-12-21). Never Saw Anything Like This… smoothiex12.blogspot.com and I am a Cold Warrior. A sheer circus of the imploding West.
(2024-12-22). Finally, India, Pakistan cricket boards strike deal. ummid.com India and Pakistan cricket boards have finally formalised a deal on match venues, ending the deadlock ahead of the ICC Men's Champions Trophy 2025.
(2024-12-22). U.S. warplane shot down by "friendly fire" over Red Sea. independent.co.ug 
ADEN, Yemen | Xinhua | Two U.S. Navy pilots ejected safely after their fighter jet was shot down Sunday over the Red Sea in an apparent "friendly fire" incident, said the U.S. military. "The guided-missile cruiser USS Gettysburg, which is part of the USS Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group, mistakenly fired on and hit …
(2024-12-21). Cops bust picket line as Teamsters strike seven Amazon warehouses. mronline.org 
Amazon warehouse workers and delivery drivers at seven facilities in the metro areas of San Francisco, Chicago, Atlanta, Southern California, and New York City are out on strike Thursday, in what the union says is the largest strike against Amazon in U.S. history.
(2024-12-21). Australian government strikes deal with Indonesia to release "Bali Nine" survivors. wsws.org These low-level young drug "mules," mostly from working-class backgrounds, paid a heavy price after being deliberately handed over by the Australian Federal Police to the Indonesian authorities in 2005.
(2024-12-22). Justice Madan Lokur to head UN Internal Justice Council. ummid.com Former Supreme Court Judge Madan B Lokur has been appointed as the Chairperson of the United Nations Internal Justice Council till 2028.
(2024-12-21). YOU LOVE TO SEE IT: Banning The Bans. levernews.com Good things are happening! A state supreme court gives the youth a chance to live, nurses win a union, the Garden State bans book bans, and small businesses go big.Banning Book Bans : New Jersey became the
(2024-12-22). Taliban Purge Academics, Reshape Afghan Education With 'Extremist Agenda'. themedialine.org 
(2024-12-21). US Petrochemical Plants Send Millions of Pounds of Pollutants Into Waterways. truthout.org Nearly 70 petrochemical companies across the nation, including 30 in Texas, are sending millions of pounds of pollutants into waterways each year due to weak or nonexistent regulations, according to a report published by the watchdog group Environmental Integrity Project. The report analyzed wastewater discharges from petrochemical companies that produce plastics across the U.S. |
(2024-12-21). Affordable Care Act Sign-Ups Lag Following Trump's Election. truthout.org New enrollments under the Affordable Care Act are on pace to trail last year's record numbers by as many as a million as the outgoing Biden administration confronts upheavals in the program. Donald Trump's election to a second term has cast uncertainty around the future of the health law. In addition, the Biden administration implemented cumbersome policies to reduce fraudulent enrollment and… |
(2024-12-21). Congress Averts Government Shutdown After Trump and Musk's Effort to Sink Deal. truthout.org The U.S. House of Representatives passed a bill 366-34 on Friday night to continuing funding the government, averting the shutdown that loomed after Elon Musk and President-elect Donald Trump sank a bipartisan spending agreement earlier in the week. The Senate then approved the continuing resolution 85-11 early Saturday, which will keep the government funded at current levels through March 14. |
(2024-12-21). Sri Lanka: Workers action committee discusses defence of school development officers. wsws.org The online meeting was part of a campaign to alert workers to the government-initiated police attacks on SDOs and to rally support for their defence.
(2024-12-21). We Were Dangerous, a film about the abuse of girls by the New Zealand state. wsws.org The film's jarring tone stems from the misguided decision to turn a story about abuse and forced sterilisation into an "empowering" feminist tale.
(2024-12-21). Elon Musk promotes the global fascist right. wsws.org Elon Musk, owner of Tesla, SpaceX, and the social media platform X, is leveraging his staggering fortune to finance and promote fascist forces throughout the world.
(2024-12-21). Sri Lankan IYSSE public meeting: How to defeat the IMF austerity program? wsws.org The meeting will be held on January 3, 2025 at the Department of Political Science, University of Peradeniya.
(2024-12-21). Income and wealth inequality reach record highs in Canada. wsws.org The impact of growing inequality can be observed in various aspects of daily life. The number of homeless people is rising, and tent encampments are an increasingly common sight in Canadian cities. Nearly 23 percent of the population reported some type of food insecurity in 2022.
(2024-12-21). Arrest of top Brazilian general exposes military's role in January 8 coup. wsws.org The plot included an operation dubbed "Green and Yellow Dagger", which called for the the assassination of Lula and other top officials.
(2024-12-21). House Democrats join majority of Republicans in passing Elon Musk-approved government funding bill. wsws.org The stripped-down measure will fund the government through March 14, but it does not include a suspension or rise in the debt ceiling.
(2024-12-21). 60,000 feared dead: Residents of cyclone-hit Mayotte boo Macron. wsws.org Health workers fear a fifth of the population may be dead, but the French president arrogantly told angry crowds that if France did not rule Mayotte, it would be "10,000 times" worse.
(2024-12-21). IG Metall approves 35,000 job cuts and billions in wage reductions at VW. wsws.org According to media reports, the collective bargaining parties "wrestled" for more than 70 hours over five days to reach an agreement. In fact, the whole thing was a set-up.
(2024-12-22). Dismantling the 'Climate Alarm Industry' per Project 2025. pressenza.com The definition of alarm: "A warning of danger" (Merriam-Webster) according to The State of the Climate Report 2024, 25 of 35 vital signs are at record extremes. By all accounts, this is an over-the-top alarm that's setting off bells and whistles for knowledgeable scientists throughout the world. Two-thirds of vital signs at "record extremes" amounts to a strong mandate for trouble dead ahead. An alarm is warranted. | Meanwhile, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, NOAA, is on the Trump administration's chopping block. According to Project 2025: "The preponderance of climate-change research should…
(2024-12-22). Financial strain threatens nursing profession, as tens of thousands of student nurses consider pulling out. leftfootforward.org An estimated 32,000 student nurses could drop out of their courses in coming years because of declining pay after graduation.
(2024-12-22). Which regions are keeping the £2 bus fare. leftfootforward.org 'Research shows families on lower incomes are three times more likely to rely on buses compared to more affluent households. For many, buses aren't a choice — they're a necessity for getting to work, attending medical appointments, or simply participating in city life.'
(2024-12-22). How the Labour government has destroyed the UK economy in six months. expose-news.com Britain's new Labour Government has managed in six short months to reduce an economy growing at the fastest rate in the G7 group of leading economies to falls of -0.1% in both …
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(2024-12-22). Pakistan dismisses US official's allegations about missile program. presstv.ir Pakistan's Foreign Ministry has dismissed allegations raised by a senior US official that Islamabad's ballistic missile program poses a threat to US security as "unfounded" and "devoid of rationality."
(2024-12-22). US fighter aircraft shot down 'in friendly fire' amid aggression on Yemen. presstv.ir The United States Central Command (CENTCOM) says a Super Hornet fighter aircraft has been shot down in what it claimed to be a case of "friendly fire" over the Red Sea.
(2024-12-22). Leader: Iran neither has nor needs proxy forces. presstv.ir Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei says Iran has no proxy forces in West Asia.
(2024-12-22). Mother's Day: Sareh Javanmardi's inspiring journey as Paralympic champion and mother. presstv.ir Ace shooter and five-time Paralympic gold medalist Sareh Javanmardi is one of the most successful Iranian female athletes who is also a proud mother.
(2024-12-22). 10 killed in bus crash in western Iran. presstv.ir As many as 10 people are killed and five others wounded after the bus carrying them descends into a valley in the west-central Iranian province of Lorestan.
(2024-12-22). Pakistan, Bangladesh Relation and Memories of 1971 War. ummid.com After decades of hiatus, Bangladesh and Pakistan have made a major step toward a new era of regional cooperation in South Asia, riddled with suspicion, distrust, disrespect, and lack of neighbourliness among the eight countries.
(2024-12-22). Mayo Clinic Minute: Recognizing 'holiday heart'. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org The holiday season is a time of celebration and excess, but Mayo Clinic experts say too much salt, caffeine and alcohol can lead to a little-known condition called "holiday heart" that can have significant consequences. Dr. Amy Pollak, a Mayo Clinic cardiologist, explains how "holiday heart" can put too much stress on the heart. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute Journalists: Broadcast-quality video pkg (1: 00) is in the downloads at the end of…
(2024-12-22). 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…
(2024-12-22). Mayo Clinic Minute: The right way to talk with someone who has cancer. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org The holidays are a joyous occasion for most people. But for someone with cancer or other serious illness, it can be a time of overwhelming anxiety and fear. And as family and friends get together, it's important to show that you care without coming across as insensitive. Lynne Vitagliano, a clinical social worker at Mayo Clinic, offers some helpful advice to make those uncomfortable conversations less awkward. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute Journalists: Broadcast-quality video…
(2024-12-22). 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…
(2024-12-22). 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…
(2024-12-22). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Exercise tips for heart health. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: Finding the time to exercise with my busy work schedule seems impossible. How much exercise do I need to benefit my heart, and what kind? If I like to play pickleball, is that a better form of exercise than say, weightlifting? ANSWER: Finding time within busy schedules can feel difficult, but if you dedicate at least 30 minutes of exercise on a daily basis, that can be enough. And any type of exercise is good for your…
(2024-12-22). Mayo Clinic Minute: How stress affects your body. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org It's the time of year when expectations are often high and, for some, so are stress levels. Stress can affect your body, mind and behavior. Recognizing symptoms can help you manage your stress and prevent health issues like high blood pressure, heart disease, stroke, obesity and diabetes. Dr. Summer Allen, a Mayo Clinic family medicine physician, explains how stress affects your body, and she offers tips to manage it. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/QMOc-4zNj30 Journalists: Broadcast-quality video…
(2024-12-22). 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…
(2024-12-22). (VIDEO) Hope, healing, hearing: How a cochlear implant helps a man hear again. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Thomas Campbell with his wife, Pamela Campbell. On Dec. 18, 2023, the world went silent for Thomas Campbell. The active and vibrant 70-year-old lost his hearing in his left ear when he was 33 years old. And without much warning, on that December day, his hearing went out in his right ear, leaving him completely unable to hear. When other medical centers couldn't help, Thomas turned to Mayo Clinic for answers. Dr. Nicholas Deep, a Mayo Clinic otolaryngologist,…
(2024-12-22). 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…
(2024-12-22). Addressing the root cause of rare diseases ⚪ the promise of antisense oligonucleotides. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org The central dogma of molecular biology — cited in countless science textbooks — states that DNA is transcribed into RNA, and RNA is translated into proteins. This basic idea is key to understanding how genes are expressed and how to overcome genetic defects that cause disease. For much of history, researchers have treated diseases by targeting the proteins involved, such as giving insulin for diabetes or statins for heart disease. Over the last couple of…
(2024-12-22). Donors' grant enables Ph.D. students to venture and learn. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org When Roseanne Nooren began her Ph.D. training four years ago, she found great purpose in studying pancreatic cancer. "Once a person is diagnosed, it may be only months before they pass, and that's largely because of the way the cancer metastasizes," she says. "I thought this was an area of research that could really make a difference." In her thesis research with co-mentors Gina Razidlo, Ph.D., and Mark McNiven, Ph.D., at Mayo Clinic Graduate School…
(2024-12-22). 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: Exercise modifications help manage multiple sclerosis 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. Mayo Clinic Minute: Using voice to detect…
(2024-12-22). What's your health forecast? Expert explains science behind personal guides to well-being. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org PHOENIX — You may be familiar with a range of tips for living a healthy life: Watch your weight, exercise, eat nutritious food and don't smoke, for example. What if you could combine these lifestyle factors with a host of other variables to learn your risk of developing specific diseases, to help catch and treat them early or prevent them altogether? Victor Ortega, M.D., Ph.D., associate director for the Mayo Clinic Center for Individualized Medicine…
(2024-12-22). 10 patients receive the ultimate gift in a single day at Mayo Clinic. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org PHOENIX, Ariz. — Mayo Clinic surgeons recently performed 10 organ transplants within 24 hours, setting a record for both the hospital and the state of Arizona. On Nov. 19, Mayo Clinic teams worked around the clock to complete seven kidney transplants and three liver transplants. Transplant center colleagues rose to the challenge with one goal in mind: Saving as many lives as possible, says Bashar Aqel, M.D., director of Mayo Clinic Transplant Center in Arizona….
(2024-12-22). Germany Christmas market attack toll rises to 5 dead. newarab.com 
Germans on Saturday mourned both the victims and their shaken sense of security after a Saudi doctor Authorities arrested a 50-year-old man at the site of the attack in Magdeburg on Friday evening and took him into custody for questioning. He has lived in
(2024-12-22). Pakistan military courts convict 25 of pro-Khan unrest. newarab.com 
(2024-12-22). Saudi warned Germany for years about Magdeburg attack suspect. newarab.com 
Saudi Arabia says it repeatedly warned Germany about Saudi officials first reportedly warned Germany in 2007, citing concerns about the suspect's radical views, including islamophobia, according to CNN. | Saudi security officials told German media they had warned the Berlin authoriti…
(2024-12-22). Shab-e Yalda sees growing recognition across US. newarab.com 
Shab-e Yalda, the Two years ago, UNESCO added it to its Intangible Cultural Heritage List, and the US State Department has recently begun issuing annual statements for Shab-e Yalda. | "As Iranians around the world gather…
(2024-12-22). Sudan's RSF fighters say they plan to work with a new government. newarab.com 
Sudan's The RSF has been
(2024-12-22). US authorises military sales of over $5 billion to Egypt. newarab.com 
The The State Department informed Congress it had approved the sa…
(2024-12-22). Who is Taleb Abdulmohsen, the Saudi suspect in Magdeburg attack. newarab.com 
The suspect behind He allegedly carried out the attack on the market with a BMW and was arrested by German police at gunpoint. The five dead include a toddler. | Al-Abdulmohsen is a doctor specialising in psychiatry and psychotherapy and hails from the eastern Saudi city of Hofuf. | He moved to Germany in 2006 and gained refugee stat…
(2024-12-22). Review of the Year: Part 1. newarab.com 
(2024-12-22). Jamia ranks 416th World's Most Sustainable University. ummid.com Jamia Millia Islamia (JMI) has been ranked as the 416th Most Sustainable University in the World in the recently released UI GreenMetric World University Rankings.
(2024-12-22). Admins warned of Bhopal like disaster in making around Pithampur. ummid.com The Central and the Madhya Pradesh governments have been warned of creation of a slow-motion Bhopal in and around Pithampur, an industrial town near Dhar city.
(2024-12-22). CAT 2024 Result: Direct Link to Check. ummid.com The Indian Institutes of Management (IIM) Calcutta has released the Final Answer Keys of CAT 2024 (Common Admission Test 2024), and soon later released CAT result on its website iimcat.ac.in.
(2024-12-22). Fact Check: Video of crying Hindu girls rescued from Muslim scripted. ummid.com PTI Fact Check anaysis of a viral video showing two people rescuing Hindu girls from a Muslim man's house revealed it is scripted and misleading and shared with a false communal claim…
(2024-12-22). Explained: Impact of cold weather on sleep pattern. ummid.com Winters bring cozy blankets and warm beverages along with a desire to keep hibernating, sleeping and never leaving one's bed.
(2024-12-22). The Rise of Indian HNIs and UHNIs in 2024. ummid.com India is witnessing a transformative era of wealth creation, and a dynamic mix of young entrepreneurs, tech pioneers, and seasoned industrialists drives this change.
(2024-12-22). UPSC Civil Services 2024 Interview Schedule Published. ummid.com The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released on its official website upsc.gov.in the interview date and schedule of Personal Interviews for 2,845 candidates who have cleared the Civil Services (Main) 2024 written exams.
(2024-12-22). Watch: Chinese astronauts set new record of longest spacewalk. ummid.com Two Chinese astronauts set new record of the longest spacewalk surpassing the earlier one set by NASA astronauts.
(2024-12-22). Research confirms existence of 'negative time'. ummid.com A University of Toronto research team has confirmed the existence of "negative time" in a tangible, physical sense, challenging traditional perceptions of how time operates.
(2024-12-22). For 2nd year in row, Bethlehem cancels Christmas celebrations. ummid.com Occupied Jerusalem: The Bethlehem Municipal Council has announced to cancel the 2024 Christmas celebrations in solidarity with Palestinians for second year in row.
(2024-12-22). The Debate on Indian Constitution. ummid.com The Indian Parliament spent two days discussing the Indian Constitution.
(2024-12-22). Makerere Guild President calls for additional hall of residence for female students. independent.co.ug 
KAMPALA, UGANDA | THE INDPENDENT | Makerere University Guild President, Lubega Vincent Nsamba, has urged the Minister of Education and Sports, Janet Museveni, to consider constructing an additional hall of residence for female students to address what he described as an "accommodation imbalance." In his remarks, Nsamba highlighted that despite the increasing number of female students …
(2024-12-22). Mao: Tackle economic injustice to unite Uganda. independent.co.ug 
Kiryandongo, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Minister for Justice and Constitutional Affairs Norbert Mao has said unity in Uganda can only be achieved if the country's wealth is equitably shared. Mao notes that the differences rocking the country currently arises from the feelings many people have that they are not equal shareholders of their own …
(2024-12-22). National Drug Authority closes 900 drug outlets. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The National Drug Authority (NDA) has closed 900 drug outlets and recovered HIV drugs worth a billion shillings illegally sold in private facilities. According to Abiaz Rwamwiri, the Authority's Public Relations Officer, the operation has been going on for three months in both Kampala and Wakiso districts. The operation, covered …
(2024-12-22). Panic in Pader district as cow gives birth to two-headed calf. independent.co.ug 
Pader, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Residents of Paiula Central Village, Tokoto Parish in Paiula Sub-County, Pader District, were shocked after a cow gave birth to a calf with two heads, four ears, and four eyes on Sunday, December 22, 2024. The rare occurrence, which happened around 12: 30 PM, drew crowds of curious villagers struggling …
(2024-12-22). Reach A Hand Uganda, Ikon Awards to give 10 young filmmakers world class training. independent.co.ug 
Since its inception, the fellowship has produced 18 short films addressing the challenges facing young people — including Doreen Mirembe's "Mama Wange" which is currently being produced into a feature film. Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | A group of 10 young and passionate Ugandan filmmakers will undergo months of professional training in filmmaking, courtesy of Reach …
(2024-12-22). Thiago Silva: Retirement not on mind. independent.co.ug 
RIO DE JANEIRO, Brazil | Xinhua | Former Brazil captain Thiago Silva said Saturday that he has not yet considered retirement, despite acknowledging that he is nearing the end of his career. The 40-year-old Fluminense defender admitted that the final months of 2024 had been "challenging" but expressed hope for a brighter 2025. "It hasn't been …
(2024-12-22). WARNING: RDCs who quit for politics to go for good. independent.co.ug 
Soroti, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Minister for the Presidency, Milly Babalanda, has pronounced the government's position on the concerns about Resident District Commissioners who are considering leaving their positions to enter the political arena in the upcoming 2026 elections. Talking to the press in Soroti City, Babalanda asserted that once RDCs choose to pursue a political …
(2024-12-22). Airtel and Buganda renew K2 connection deal. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Airtel Uganda and Buganda Kingdom have renewed their telecom infrastructure sharing collaboration. The renewed commitment, will see Buganda Kingdom's K2 Telecom continue accessibility through Airtel Uganda's infrastructure. The renewal of the partnership has been seen as a reaffirmation and commitment to bridging digital divides and fostering connectivity across Uganda through …
(2024-12-22). Karamoja Iron Sheets Saga: Nandutu case pushed to 2025. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Anti Corruption Court in Kampala has pushed the case in which Former State Minister for Karamoja Affairs Agnes Nandutu is accused of dealing with suspect property to January 10th 2025. On Thursday, the Anti Corruption Court Judge Jane Okuo Kajuga adjourned the matter to next year after the lawyers …
(2024-12-22). New collaboration to transform the performance and sustainability of AI models. imperial.ac.uk An Imperial-led collaboration is set to investigate new ways to measure and boost the performance of powerful AI frontier models.
(2024-12-22). DR Congo slaps Apple with lawsuit over 'blood minerals' scandal. indybay.org Apple has used minerals illicitly obtained from areas in eastern Congo, some allegedly purchased from neighboring Rwanda. The legal team further stressed that the illegal procurement of minerals from eastern Congo has caused "unfathomable harm and suffering" to civilians. They accused Apple of indirectly fueling the conflict by financing militias and terrorist groups, thereby exacerbating violence, forced child labor, and environmental destruction. These reports are supported by investigations from the United Nations, the US State Department, and international NGOs.
(2024-12-22). Ben Carson endorses former football player Scott Turner for HUD Secretary. indybay.org Department of Housing and Urban Development:…
(2024-12-22). Nabakooba Elected Chair of AU STC on Urbanization and Public Service. plusnews.ug 
The Minister of Lands, Housing and Urban Development, Judith Nabakooba, has been elected Chairperson of the African Union (AU) Specialized Technical Committee on Public Service, Local Government, Urban Development, and Decentralization (STC8). This was during the Committee's fifth ordinary sitting held in Mà∂venpick Hotel Du Lac, Tunis, Tunisia, on Friday. The session was held in …
(2024-12-22). Italy: Draft bill 1236 targeting peaceful environmental activism. fidh.org
(2024-12-22). Dennis Overbye Retiring. wattsupwiththat.com science, proceeding on skepticism, not certainty, is arguably the most successful human activity of all time. Its truths are temporary; progress, the saying goes, comes only at the funerals of philosophers and cosmologists.
(2024-12-22). Iran condemns 'violent' attack on Christmas market in Germany. presstv.ir Iran condemns a violent car attack at a Christmas market which killed several people in Germany.
(2024-12-22). 700,000 Cubans rally at US embassy in Havana against trade embargo. presstv.ir Thousands of Cubans have staged a mass protest in front of the US embassy in the capital Havana to voice their outrage against Washington's long-standing blockade on the Caribbean nation.
(2024-12-22). Ban The American Indian Movement. indybay.org Examining the murder of First Nations activist Annie Mae Aquash, Vow of Silence: The Assassination of Annie Mae is a four-part documentary series helmed by director Yvonne Russo. The docu-series takes a deep deep dive into Annie Mae's story, who was found dead by the side of State Road 73, about 10 miles from Wanblee, South Dakota, after the snow melted in February, revealing her remains.
(2024-12-22). Solidarity fund for greek anarchist prisoners. indybay.org call for solidarity fund…
(2024-12-22). Sunday 1/12: UUSF Forum: Michael Epstein "Exploring the Fillmore's Deep History with Immersive Stories" indybay.org 1187 Franklin Street, San Francisco, 94109 | or Zoom | "https://zoom.us/j/95776579796?pwd=cBLF8hcJQkGBsZaoq5iLaL4jtKOevM.1. Meeting ID: 957 7657 9796 Passcode: 233746"
(2024-12-22). Maharashtra Cabinet Portfolio – Full List. ummid.com Governor of Maharashtra C.P. Radhakrishnan Saturday December 21, 2024 allocated the portfolios to Cabinet Ministers and Ministers of State on the recommendation of Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis.
(2024-12-22). Meet Saudi Doctor involved in Magdeburg Christmas market car attack. ummid.com German Police Saturday December 21, 2024 arrested Taleb — a Saudi born doctor who is accused of ramming his car into a bustling Christmas market in Magdeburg.
(2024-12-22). Germany Christmas market car attack kills two and injures dozens. newarab.com 
A car drove into a crowd at a Christmas market in the eastern The tragic incident, which occurred on the evening of 20 December 2024, is said to have included the death of a young child, according to regional governor Reiner Haseloff. | Haseloff claimed that the suspected driver is a 50-year-old Saudi Arabian citizen who arrived in Germany in 2006 and had worked as a doctor. | A video of the incident, verified by local media, has circulated widely on social media. The…
(2024-12-22). CAT 2024: 14 score 100 percentile, Maximum from Maharashtra. ummid.com The Indian Institutes of Management (IIM) Calcutta announced Thursday December 19, 2024 CAT 2024 (Common Admission Test 2024) result, along with the details and score of toppers.
(2024-12-22). Masjid-mandir disputes raked as short cut to become Hindu leader: RSS Chief. ummid.com RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat Thursday December 19, 2024 expressed concerns over masjid-mandir disputes saying some people are creating and using these issues as a short cut to become leaders of Hindus.
(2024-12-22). Released: World's First AI-Driven Digital Organism. ummid.com Innovative startup GenBio AI Thursday December 19, 2024 released Phase 1 of the world's first AI-Driven Digital Organism (AIDO) opening the doors to a new era of scientific exploration.
(2024-12-22). Frente al aula…amor y pasión por Cuba. cubadebate.cu Osmara Torres González-Quintero lleva 36 años como maestra en la escuela primaria Calixto García, del municipio de Santa Clara. Es más de la mitad de su vida, una existencia que desde un principio ella define con dos palabras: amor y pasión. Graduada a finales de la década de 1980.
(2024-12-22). Actualiza el Mincin sobre canasta familiar normada de diciembre. cubadebate.cu Garantizar la canasta familiar normada a la población es una prioridad para el Gobierno cubano que asumen con compromiso y entrega los trabajadores y cuadros del sistema de Comercio Interior, de conjunto con los territorios, entidades involucradas en la producción, actividad portuaria, transportación y distribución hacia la red minorista.
(2024-12-22). Yoniel García La Rosa: "El futuro está en nuestras manos" cubadebate.cu El compromiso y la dedicación de Yoniel García La Rosa con la educación en La Habana Vieja no pasan desapercibidos. Con una trayectoria de 21 años en el sector educativo, ha demostrado su constante búsqueda de superación y un profundo amor por la enseñanza.
(2024-12-22). Cuba rinde homenaje a destacados educadores. cubadebate.cu A pocas horas de conmemorar el Día del Educador, casi medio centenar de destacados profesionales de la Enseñanza Superior fueron distinguidos en el Palacio de la Revolución, como reconocimiento a su valiosa trayectoria en la formación de los más jóvenes y por su contribución incesante al desarrollo y el perfeccionamiento del Sistema Educacional en Cuba.
(2024-12-22). Gobierno colombiano envió avión con ayuda solidaria a Cuba. cubadebate.cu Según informó este sábado el presidente colombiano, Gustavo Petro, el gobierno de ese país envió un avión con ayuda solidaria a Cuba para cooperar con los efectos del bloqueo económico impuesto por Estados Unidos y los efectos de los huracanes Oscar y Rafael. "Sale este avión con ayuda solidaria a Cuba. El bloqueo es una violación de derechos humanos", tuiteó.
(2024-12-22). Mis alumnos son mis hijos. cubadebate.cu En las calles empedradas de Sancti Spíritus, donde el tiempo juega a detenerse entre el repique de campanas y el bullicio propio de las aulas, un nombre se pronuncia con profundo respeto y admiración: Celina Mendoza Llorente, graduada del cuarto Contingente Pedagógico Manuel Ascunce Domenech.
(2024-12-21). Hey Media, Remember in 2017 When an Iceberg in Antarctica Freaked You Out? Science now says: 'Never Mind'. wattsupwiththat.com This finding suggests that extreme calving events such as the recent 2017 Larsen C iceberg, A68, are statistically unexceptional and that extreme calving events are not necessarily a consequence of climate change.
(2024-12-21). Wells Fargo Exits Net-Zero Banking Alliance: A Pragmatic Rejection of the "Climate Cartel" wattsupwiththat.com As the NZBA and similar initiatives face growing scrutiny, it is time to rethink the entire premise of climate finance. Instead of chasing utopian visions, the focus should shift to policies and practices grounded in evidence, market dynamics, and a recognition of the complex realities of global energy systems. Until then, the exodus from these alliances will likely continue—and rightly so.
(2024-12-21). Claim: Anthropogenic CO2 Driving Faster Plant Growth is Bad. wattsupwiththat.com The Nutrient Dilution claim is back…
(2024-12-21). Climate Change Weekly # 529 — Bad Estimates of Solar Activity and Temperatures Undermine Climate Change Projections. wattsupwiththat.com There is a case against the adoption of Net Zero given the enormous costs associated with implementing the policy, and the fact it is unlikely to achieve reductions in average near surface global air temperature, regardless of whether Net Zero is fully implemented and adopted worldwide. Therefore, Net Zero does not pass the cost-benefit test. The recommended policy is to abandon Net Zero and do nothing about so-called 'greenhouse gases.'
(2024-12-21). ChatGPT Whistleblower Found Dead! youtu.be
(2024-12-21). This Tragic Tale Yet Again Proves You Should Never Call The Police. youtu.be
(2024-12-21). Digital Literacy: Preparing Students for the AI-Driven Job Market. moguldom.com AI has implemented its features in all possible fields. There is hardly a profession where you can't use AI-driven tools, and for most companies, experience with these technologies has become a must! Even if you're considering a position as a research paper writer, showcasing your expertise with digital tools is essential. You may be tasked …
(2024-12-21). Eco-Friendly Insulation Materials: Sustainable Solutions for Energy Efficiency. moguldom.com Choosing eco-friendly insulation materials is smart when improving your home's energy efficiency. These materials help regulate temperature, reduce energy consumption, and minimize environmental impact through sustainable sourcing and production methods. By selecting insulation options that are both effective and environmentally responsible, you contribute to a healthier planet while enhancing your living space. You may be …
(2024-12-21). If you want the palestinian liberation to succeed, you must resist psychological warefare. youtube.com 
(2024-12-21). A fierce hidden battle between desires and conscience. salaficentre.com In The Name of Allah, The Most Merciful, The Bestower of Mercy. Imam Ash-Shawkaanee, may Allah have mercy upon him, stated: We often see a man holding a belief that agrees with the truth, but when he speaks to someone who disagrees with him — one who inclines to something of the innovations in religious …
(2024-12-21). The resurgence of the fertilizer industry in Brazil. strategic-culture.su
(2024-12-21). Saudi doctor identified as German Christmas market terrorist. strategic-culture.su Friday's vehicle assault bears a striking resemblance to the terrorist attack on the Christmas market at Berlin's Breitscheidplatz in 2016, when an Islamist extremist hijacked a truck and drove it into the crowded market, killing 13 people and injuring 70 others. The Berlin attacker subsequently fled to Italy, where he was shot and killed by police.
(2024-12-21). Museveni thanks CAF chief for promoting football in East Africa. independent.co.ug 
KAMPALA, UGANDA | Xinhua | Ugandan president Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has thanked the head of Confederation of African Football (CAF) for his efforts in promoting football in East Africa. CAF president Patrice Motsepe met Museveni on Friday night at the Statehouse in Kampala. Motsepe was on his final visit to East African nations Tanzania, Kenya …
(2024-12-21). The imperative of systematic indexation for individual tax brackets in Uganda. independent.co.ug 
OPINION | Bwanika Mastula | In fiscal policy, systematic indexation of individual tax brackets is crucial for equity and economic stability. As nations grapple with complex taxation systems, regular adjustments to tax brackets in response to inflation and economic shifts are increasingly necessary. A tax band, or tax bracket, is a range of income levels subject to …
(2024-12-21). The Sun's 'Don't Betray Brexit' campaign mocked. leftfootforward.org 'Don't Betray "Brexit'. Why are they so worried? Because Keir Starmer has simply mooted the idea of discussing improvements to the Brexit deal with the EU.'
(2024-12-21). The Sun's 'Don't Betray Brexit' campaign mocked. leftfootforward.org 'Don't Betray Brexit'. Why are they so worried? Because Keir Starmer has simply mooted the idea of discussing improvements to the Brexit deal with the EU.'
(2024-12-21). 'We are outraged': family of recalled Just Stop Oil activist Gaie Delap speak out. thecanary.co 77-year-old grandmother Gaie Delap has been recalled to prison as her wrists are too small to fit an electronic monitoring tag. She took action in 2022 to demand the government end all new licenses and consents for oil and gas projects — something which is now government policy. Gaie Delap: an outrageous miscarriage of justice […] | By
(2024-12-21). 'We are outraged': family of recalled Just Stop Oil activist Gaie Delap speak out. thecanary.co 77-year-old grandmother Gaie Delap has been recalled to prison as her wrists are too small to fit an electronic monitoring tag. She took action in 2022 to demand the government end all new licenses and consents for oil and gas projects — something which is now government policy. Gaie Delap: an outrageous miscarriage of justice …
(2024-12-21). Reform's hypocrisy on foreign donations exposed. leftfootforward.org In 2018, Hungarian American billionaire investor George Soros donated £400,000 to the pro-EU campaign, Best for Britain, through his Open Society Foundation (OSF). Soros had also funded several other anti-Brexit groups, including £182,000 for the European Movement UK and £35,000 for Scientists for EU. | Soros, a former refugee from communist Hungary, argued that leaving the EU would be a tragic mistake, weakening Britain's global influence, and preoccupying Britain and Europe for years ahead. | The donation sparked criticism, especially from the UK right-wing media. The Daily Telegraph accuse…
(2024-12-21). Biden administration warns natural gas expansion would drive up domestic costs. grist.org 
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(2024-12-21). Cómo Washington y Ankara cambiaron el "régimen" en Damasco. El gaseoducto que quizás nunca llegue. strategic-culture.su Con sorprendente aplomo, la prensa internacional nos asegura que lo sucedido en Siria no es un cambio militar de régimen sino una "revolución" que derrocó la República àÅrabe Siria. Esa prensa no menciona la presencia del ejército turco y de las fuerzas especiales de Estados Unidos. En cambio, esos mismos medios nos abruman con un torrente de propaganda —constantemente desmentida por los hechos— sobre los supuestos crímenes de "Bachar" y nos presenta a los asesinos cortadores de cabezas como respetables "revolucionarios". Una vez más, la gran prensa internacional nos miente y lo hace deliberadam…