(2024-12-25). Gaza Christians pray for end of Israeli war's 'death and destruction'. asiapacificreport.nz 
Asia Pacific Report Silent Night is a well-known Christmas carol that tells of a peaceful and silent night in Bethlehem, referring to the first Christmas more than 2000 years ago. It is now 2024, and it was again a silent night in Bethlehem last night, reports Al Jazeera's Nisa Ibrahim. Not because of peace. But…
(2024-12-25). Cellphone Seizures And The Courts. popularresistance.org After years of conflicting decisions by federal district courts across the country on whether Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agents can search your cell phone and laptop at ports of entry, the Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals has ruled that, "the routine inspection and search of a traveler's electronics, or for that matter, any other type of property, at the border may be conducted without a warrant, probable cause, or even individualized suspicion of wrongdoing." | In reaching the decision, the court agreed with several other circuit courts, but put itself at odds with others and many (lower) federal distri…
(2024-12-25). Amazon Unleashed Flood Of Water On Striking Workers. popularresistance.org Queens, New York‚Äâ—‚ÄâOn the cold afternoon of Saturday, December 21, Amazon Teamsters and allies were walking in a circle in front of the entrance to the delivery station DB4K, holding pre-printed signs demanding "Amazon Obey the Law," when striking workers were flooded by a torrential outpouring of water from the building. | "This was just like a fire hydrant on full blast," said Amazon driver Danny Batista. Christian Santana, another driver on the scene, said he had seen water trickle out of the fire suppression system but never…
(2024-12-25). Turkish Forces Strike Kurdish Groups in Syria and Iraq, 21 Killed. themedialine.org 
(2024-12-25). Yemeni Forces Attack Israeli Military Sites in Support of Palestinians in Gaza. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Yemen's armed forces announced a successful operation targeting an Israeli military site in the occupied territories, as the Israeli war in Gaza intensifies.
(2024-12-25). President Expresses Solidarity with Iranian Christians. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian voiced his administration's support for Christians, highlighting efforts for peaceful coexistence in Iran in an atmosphere of tranquility, justice and affection.
(2024-12-25). A Journey of Humanism: My Experience with the 3rd World March for Peace and Non-Violence. pressenza.com 
by Maruf ul Alam
| Humanist Movement, Uttara Center, Dhaka, Bangladesh | I extend my heartfelt gratitude to the 3rd World March for Peace and Nonviolence for granting me the opportunity to partake in an experience so rare and transformative. This journey has left an indelible mark on my life, one that I carry with profound reverence and gratitude. | The Humanist Movement has become a vital thread in the fabric of my existence, influencing my thoughts and actions in ways words often fail to express. When I reflect on my daily life, I realize that many of my deeds embody values ‚&A…
(2024-12-25). All eyes on Syria. unitedworldint.com
(2024-12-25). Syria's New Leader Moves To Consolidate Rebel Factions Under Defense Ministry. themedialine.org 
(2024-12-25). First Christmas Under Islamist Rule Tests Syria's Religious Tolerance. themedialine.org 
(2024-12-25). All eyes on Syria. uwidata.com Last week in Türkiye, as in the rest of the world, the spotlight was on Syria. The Syrian President Bashar al-Assad fled the country and sought refuge in Russia following the fall of Aleppo and Damascus with the offensive launched on November 27 by groups led by Hay'at Tahrir al-Sham (HTS). The Syrian Arab Republic's …
(2024-12-25). Syria: What is the ICRC's contribution in the search for missing people? icrc.org
(2024-12-25). Useful information for people affected by the conflict in Syria. icrc.org
(2024-12-25). Do you have a missing family member in Syria? icrc.org
(2024-12-25). The West, Gaza, and the Global Majority: A Relationship Reshaped by Genocide and the End of His-Story. counterpunch.org 
Since the beginning of this century, triggered by the US's illegal invasion of Iraq, its occupation of Afghanistan, and aided by the arrival of the turbo-charged digital age, there has been a significant growth in interest within those in the non-Western world around issues related to their colonial past. This quest has been shaped by seeking answers to fundamental questions linked to events in
(2024-12-25). Kurdish-led SDF beats back Turkish militants in Syria, says will 'thwart' Ankara's ambitions. presstv.ir The US-sponsored, Kurdish-led SDF forces have engaged in clashes with the Turkish-backed militants in northern Syria to reclaim areas near the border with Syria.
(2024-12-25). Syria: ICRC is calling for safe humanitarian access and protection of civilians. icrc.org The following quote is from ICRC's head of delegation in Syria Stephan Sakalian on the humanitarian situation:…
(2024-12-25). Israeli occupation forces expand aggression in SW Syria, seize local weapons. presstv.ir The Israeli military expands its invasion of Quneitra Province in southwestern Syria, forcing the locals there to hand over their weapons to the regime's forces.
(2024-12-25). As Syria Faces an Uncertain Future, Its Jewish History Resurfaces. themedialine.org 
(2024-12-25). President Biden's Decision to Commute 37 Federal Death Sentences. pressenza.com In response to the announcement from the Biden administration that 37 men currently on federal death row will have their sentences commuted, Paul O'Brien, Executive Director of Amnesty International USA made the following statement: ‚ÄØ‚ÄØ "We applaud President Biden for commuting the death sentences of 37 men currently on federal death row and removing the threat of execution in their cases once and for all. The death penalty is the ultimate cruel, inhuman and degrading punishment, and President Biden's eleventh-hour decision before leaving office to commute these death sentenc…
(2024-12-25). Schools Are No Place For The ADL. popularresistance.org Launched in 1913 to counter antisemitism and discrimination, the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) now resembles a mythological shapeshifter that presents alternately as a civil rights organization and a pro-Israel propagandist. | In its "No Place for Hate" program that caters to both elementary and secondary schools, the ADL's stated mission is to empower students, teachers and parents to "stand against bias and bullying …" with school-wide pledges, projects and games aimed at celebrating diversity and stamping out hate in the halls, in the cafeteria, in the reading circle, anywhere that hate may manifest.
(2024-12-25). Syria: 35,000 registered missing in 13 years of conflict as ICRC helps families seek answers. icrc.org The following is a statement attributable to Stephan Sakalian, head of the delegation of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) in Syria.
(2024-12-25). Victims reported after mine explosion in Syria. plenglish.com Damascus, Dec 25 (Prensa Latina) At least three people were killed today and an equal number injured by the explosion of four mines left over from the war in the provinces of Idlib and Aleppo, in the northwest of this nation.
(2024-12-25). Solstice, Bloody Solstice: Thoughts on the Darkest Day. counterpunch.org 
What the Romans called "the new sun" has risen. The seed catalogs are arriving and while the wood stove's fire struggles against the strengthening cold, a new year is being born. This theme of death and rebirth, ebb and the flow has long occupied human thought and practice. Huge stones, hauled great distances and erected
(2024-12-25). The Massacre of the Innocents Goes On. counterpunch.org 
The biblical narrative of Herod's decision to butcher some 3,000 innocent children inspired Rennaissance and Baroque artists to produce hundreds of dramatic and powerful harrowing canvases of all sizes. Under the title The Massacre of the Innocents, this genocide, ordered and overseen by Herod, has been memorialized in art by Peter Paul Rubens, Guido Reni,
(2024-12-25). Palestinians Endure Another Christmas of Genocide and Displacement. truthout.org Over the past 14 months, I have watched in horror as fellow Palestinians in Gaza have been subjected to Israel's relentless bombardment — targeting refugee camps, residential neighborhoods, schools, hospitals, universities and bakeries — and forced to live the nightmare of homelessness in leaky tents without food, water or medical care. I have listened to friends and family in the West Bank and… |
(2024-12-25). Brazil: Members of Safer Access network discuss ways to reduce impact of armed violence. icrc.org The event in Fortaleza covered operations in such fields as health, education, social work, youth and human rights.
(2024-12-25). As time runs out for the hostages, Netanyahu's court testimony sounds delusional. This is his strength. haaretz.com The Israeli prime minister passed the buck once more — this time to his wife, who he says was responsible for most of the attempts to interfere in media coverage…
(2024-12-25). Double-decker sightseeing bus launched in Harbin. ecns.cn Double-deckers for sightseeing were launched in Harbin to serve tourists on Tuesday.
(2024-12-25). Over 20K UoPeople alumnus desirous of rebuilding Syria. ummid.com Thousands of Syrian refugees are planning to return to their homes to help rebuild Syria with the knowledge gained from their studies at University of the People (UoPeople) – a tuition-free American online university, following the fall of brutal Assad regime.
(2024-12-25). Iran FM: 'Too early' to predict Syria's future for those thinking 'victories' achieved. presstv.ir Iranian Foreign Minister says it is "premature" to make any predictions about Syria's future as that there will be a multitude of developments in the Arab country, given the recent collapse of President Assad's government.
(2024-12-25). Turkey will bury Syria's Kurdish militia if they fail to disarm: Erdogan. presstv.ir The Turkish president has warned that the Kurdish militia in Syria will be eliminated if they fail to lay down arms.
(2024-12-25). Yemen fires second hypersonic missile at Israeli targets in as many days. presstv.ir The Yemeni Armed Forces claimed responsibility for a missile strike on a military target within the Israeli-occupied territories in support of Gaza, marking the second attack in two days.
(2024-12-25). In Christmas message, Pope laments 'extremely grave' situation in Gaza. presstv.ir Pope Francis has described the humanitarian situation in Gaza as "extremely grave."
(2024-12-25). One child is killed every hour in Gaza, UNRWA chief says. newarab.com 
One child is killed every hour in In a post on social media platform X, Philippe Lazzarini, the commissioner-general of the organisation, said there is "no place left for children" in Gaza, adding that since the launch of Israel's war on the enclave, 14,500 children have been killed. | "One child gets killed every hour. These are not numbers. Th…
(2024-12-25). Stray animals seen eating Palestinian corpses in northern Gaza. newarab.com 
Even in his nightmares, Emad Abu Ras, a "I was frozen in my place and did not realise what should I do […] If I tried to pull the bodies away from the stray animals, the Israeli drones [quadcopter] would attack me and kill me," the 42-year-old father of four remarked to The New…
(2024-12-25). The deadly health crisis of Europe's Canarian migration route. newarab.com 
A handful of women on the streets of Las Palmas, a city in Spain's Canary Islands, walk fast with their children, running around them, looking for precious goods left behind in large garbage containers, clothes, and toys for the children. | Aissata, a 22-year-old mother from Guinea, lost sight of her friends while caring for her 3-year-old daughter near a busy road. "I don't know the way," she says, panicked by the situation. Just one week ago, Aissata arrived with her daughter in the Spanish Archipelago off the northwest African coast, fleeing a violent marriage. | For Aissata, the danger of staying in Guinea…
(2024-12-25). London wall illuminates Covid's enduring pain at Christmas. newarab.com 
UK families of some As the fifth anniversary of the global pandemic approaches, emotions still run raw across the UK amid lingering accusations that the then government responded too slowly to the crisis. | Thousands of hearts have been
(2024-12-25). War-torn Sudan faces 'widening' famine crisis: UN-backed report. newarab.com 
(2024-12-25). Booked Up: the 15 Best Books of 2024. counterpunch.org 
If I Must Die: Poetry and Prose Refaat Alareer (OR Books) The Reckoning: From the Second Slavery to Abolition, 1776-1888 Robin Blackburn (Verso) Everyone Who is Gone is Here: the United States, Central America and the Making of a Crisis Jonathan Blitzer (Penguin) A Woman Among Wolves: My Journey Through 40 Years of Wolf Recovery
(2024-12-25). Popcorn, cotton-candy and massages. Inside Israel's new army 'resort' in northern Gaza. mondoweiss.net A new report by Israeli news outlet Ynet reveals a disturbing picture: as Palestinians in north Gaza face starvation and extermination, a nearby 'resort' has been established for Israeli soldiers to relax and unwind in between their deployment.
(2024-12-25). As Palestinians Starve and Freeze, Israeli Troops Unwind at Gaza 'Beachfront Resort'. indybay.org "ùêÄùêßùêù ùêî.ùêí. ùê≠ùêöùê±ùê©ùêöùê≤ùêûùê´ùê¨ ùêöùê´ùêû ùêüùêÆùêßùê&…
(2024-12-25). Apple Is Accused Of Profiting From War Crimes In Congo. popularresistance.org By every subjective measure, Apple is one of the most successful public companies in history. Its brand perception is synonymous with innovation and its corporate ethos is to make the world a safer, more equitable place. But lofty credos can often be misleading. In the Great Lakes region of Africa, which is ground zero in the global supply chain for Big Tech, Apple appears to have betrayed its vision. The company stands accused of deceiving consumers, laundering Congolese minerals and profiting from war crimes, according to criminal complaints filed against Apple subsidiaries in France and Belgium.
(2024-12-25). Netanyahu calls himself Churchill. History may recall him as Milosevic. haaretz.com Israel's prime minister and his fans love to compare his wartime leadership and oratorical skills to Churchill's. But from allying with violent nationalists and suppressing 'unpatriotic' media outlets to ICC arrest warrants for war crimes, Netanyahu's trajectory resembles far more that of Slobodan Milo≈°eviƒá…
(2024-12-25). 'Even if he shoots me, I'll vote for him': The machine that keeps Netanyahu in power. haaretz.com
(2024-12-25). Israeli army presence led to killing of 6 Gaza captives: probe. newarab.com 
The Israeli army said on Tuesday it had concluded that military operations in southern Gaza In late August, after troops found the six captives' bodies in an underground shaft in Rafah, the military said they were killed just before soldiers reached them. | Netanyahu claimed at the time that the six – Carmel Gat, Eden Yerushalmi,
(2024-12-25). Netanyahu skips holocaust event in Poland fearing arrest. ummid.com Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has decided to avoid travelling to Poland fearing arrest, according to a Polish report Friday December 20, 2024.
(2024-12-25). Netzarim corridor: Israel's 'axis of death' for Palestinians. imemc.org 
By: Ruwaida Amer in Gaza, occupied Palestine — Middle East Eye Displaced Palestinians trying to return to northern Gaza risk arbitrary death or enforced disappearance at the Israeli-occupied military checkpoint Earlier this year, when a rumour spread that Palestinians could travel from southern Gaza to the north, Sabreen Lashin was one of the first to attempt to …
(2024-12-25). Israeli Forces Kill Eight Palestinians, Injure Others, in Tulkarem. imemc.org 
Israeli forces killed eight Palestinians, including two women, on Tuesday, after several drone strikes targeted the Tulkarem refugee camp, and the Nur Shams refugee camp, east of Tulkarem, in the northwestern part of the occupied West Bank. At dawn Tuesday, Israeli sharpshooters shot and killed a Palestinian young man in the Tulkarem refugee camp in …
(2024-12-25). A Note on Trade and Inequality. counterpunch.org 
We saw millions of workers displaced in manufacturing, as our trade deficit ballooned from 1997 to 2007. Communities across the industrial heartland were devastated as the factories that supported them downsized or shut altogether. We can have lengthy debates about the motives of working-class people who switched from Democrats to Trump voters, but the fact that Democratic presidents pushed trade policies that destroyed millions of good paying jobs for non-college educated workers is not really in dispute.
(2024-12-25). Starbucks Barista Strike Spreads To 300 Stores Across United States. popularresistance.org Washington DC—Over 5000 baristas walked off their jobs on Christmas eve in the largest action ever taken against Starbucks corporation. It was the fifth day of an escalating strike stretching from coast to coast across the country. The action involved over 300 stores that had previously voted to join Starbucks Workers United Union (SBWU) according to a press release from the union. | The strike comes amidst growing tensions between SBWU Union representatives and Starbucks corporate lawyers after 98% of union members voted to reject a wage increase of less than 2%.
(2024-12-25). Iran cyberspace council votes to lift ban on WhatsApp. newarab.com 
Iran's top council responsible for "The ban on WhatsApp and Google Play was removed by unanimous vote of the members of the Supreme Council of Cyberspace," the official IRNA news agency said. | The council is headed by the preside…
(2024-12-25). China's NPC Standing Committee adopts law on value-added tax. ecns.cn China's top lawmakers on Wednesday voted to adopt a specific law on value-added tax, marking a major step in enforcing the principle of law-based taxation.
(2024-12-25). 'We will leave when the last Palestinian leaves': The defiant last stand of the doctors of Kamal Adwan Hospital. mondoweiss.net 
For 75 days, doctors in this north Gaza hospital have withstood the Israeli army's attempts to forcibly evacuate them and their patients. In the face of death, the doctors are still refusing to leave, even as the army steps up its attacks.
(2024-12-25). Iran Holds Israel Accountable for Terrorism after Haniyeh Assassination Confession. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Iran's ambassador to the United Nations said the Zionist regime's shameless confession to the assassination of Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran underscores the international responsibility of Israel for its acts of terrorism and aggression.
(2024-12-25). Israeli Airstrikes Kill 23 More Palestinians As Gaza Death Toll Surges to 45,361. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — At least 23 Palestinians were killed in Israeli airstrikes across the Gaza Strip over the past 24 hours, the enclave's Health Ministry reported on Wednesday, bringing the total death toll since last year to 45,361, with over 107,800 others injured.
(2024-12-25). Israel Will Cease to Exist in A Few Years: IRGC Deputy Chief. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — An entity known as the Zionist regime will definitely become extinct within the next couple of years, a deputy commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps said.
(2024-12-25). Across The Middle East, The BDS Movement Is Thriving. popularresistance.org In the bustling streets of Cairo, a bold banner hangs outside the Writers' Syndicate, confronting passersby with a piercing statement: "Every pound you spend on their products returns as a bullet in your brother's back." This message critiques the economic and political ties between the listed multinational products and Israel. The visual captures the spirit of a region-wide movement, where ordinary people are transforming everyday choices into acts of defiance against forces that fuel war and perpetuate conflict.
(2024-12-25). The West Bank's Men of the CIA — Why is the PA Killing Palestinians in Jenin? counterpunch.org 
Following a ten-day siege, the Palestinian Authority began, on December 14, a violent raid on the Jenin refugee camp in the northern West Bank. The PA security forces used similar tactics as used by the Israeli occupation forces in their routine attacks on the area. The camp, which is a mere half a square kilometer
(2024-12-25). Video: Israeli occupation forces round up Palestinian men on Christmas morning. skwawkbox.org No rest for the oppressed people of Gaza Israeli occupation forces have stormed the Al-Amari refugee camp in Al-Bireh, Gaza, to conduct a mass arrest campaign of Palestinian young men and youths, seizing vehicles and detaining a Palestinian TV cameraman before taking them away bound and blindfolded at gunpoint: The fate of the arbitrarily detained …
(2024-12-25). Fifth Missile from Yemen in a Week Intercepted by Israeli Forces. themedialine.org 
(2024-12-25). Iran says will launch 'huge, powerful' military drills in coming days. presstv.ir Commander announces pending taking place of "powerful" complex and inclusive military drills enlisting the country's Army and the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC).
(2024-12-25). Israel attacks eastern Lebanon for first time since ceasefire. presstv.ir Israel has carried out airstrikes against Lebanon in violation of a ceasefire reached last month between Tel Aviv and Hezbollah.
(2024-12-25). Hamas says Israel created new obstacles to Gaza truce deal. presstv.ir Hamas says Israel has created new obstacles to a ceasefire agreement, despite progress in negotiations in Doha.
(2024-12-25). Iran condemns Israel's brazen admission of Haniyeh murder. presstv.ir Iran has strongly condemned Israel's "brazen admission" of the assassination of Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran earlier this year.
(2024-12-25). 'Broken': Domestic violence impacts women, children in Gaza. aljazeera.com As Israel continues its relentless bombardment of Gaza, cases of domestic violence have rocketed.
(2024-12-25). Israeli forces kill at least 8 in occupied West Bank raids, drone strikes. aljazeera.com Israeli brigade commander hurt by improvised explosive device targeting military vehicle during Tulkarem camp raid.
(2024-12-25). Palestinian fighters blow up Israeli military vehicle in West Bank clashes. aljazeera.com Hamas' armed wing, Al Qassam Brigades released video of an Israeli military vehicle being attacked as clashes continue.
(2024-12-25). 'I'm broken': The women enduring domestic violence amid Israeli war on Gaza. aljazeera.com As Israel continues its relentless bombardment of Gaza, cases of domestic violence have rocketed.
(2024-12-25). Three months after Israeli army killed American-Turkish activist, her family still seeks answers. haaretz.com 'We're just asking for step one,' Aysenur Eygi's widower, Hamid Ali, says, as the family met with U.S. lawmakers in a bid to find out more about the the investigation into her killing. Answers from Secretary of State Blinken proved 'extremely disappointing,' he added…
(2024-12-25). Revolt of the Maccabees: The true story behind Hanukkah. haaretz.com The ancient Israelites, led by Judas Maccabeus, did vanquish the oppressor Antiochus – but Greek rule would only be shaken off 20 years later under Judas' younger brother. A must-read before the holiday begins…
(2024-12-25). 'There is a normalization of madness. Our job is to be a bone in their throats'. haaretz.com 'The most important action right now is to keep the hostages in the public eye,' says Yizhar Lifshitz, whose parents were kidnapped on October 7. His mother was released, but his father remains in Gaza…
(2024-12-25). Lost village of Shikhin and its oil lamp industry discovered in Israel. haaretz.com On the green hills of Galilee in the shadow of Sepphoris, archaeologists found the village recorded by Josephus and Jewish sources, and its synagogue…
(2024-12-25). The little-known meaning of the word Hanukkah. haaretz.com It's not just Americans who have trouble pronouncing the name of this winter holiday. Israelis get it wrong too.
(2024-12-25). Houthis launch missile at Israel overnight; Shrapnel from IDF interceptor falls in country's center. haaretz.com This is the fifth such missile fired this week in the early morning hours from Yemen. The IDF announced earlier it would expand the warning zone following an investigation after a missile exploded in Jaffa on Saturday…
(2024-12-25). Hamas, Israel trade blame over Gaza truce deal delay. newarab.com 
Hamas and Israel traded accusations on Wednesday over delays in Indirect talks between the two warring parties, On Wedn…
(2024-12-25). Iran complains to UNSC after Israel admits killing Haniyeh. newarab.com 
(2024-12-25). Israel kills 13 in Gaza, attacks Kamal Adwan hospital. newarab.com 
The Palestinian Wafa news agency said that 10 of those killed in the attacks were in southern Khan Younis, while the others were killed in the Nuseirat…
(2024-12-25). Israel uses 'archaeology' to justify 50 Nablus home demolitions. newarab.com 
Around 50 families in The demolition orders were issued last week and gave homeowners 14 days to object, after which their homes could face immediate demolition. | While usually
(2024-12-25). Israeli army forces patients out of north Gaza hospital, medics say. newarab.com 
Israeli troops forced The Indonesian Hospital is one of the Gaza Strip's few still partially functioning hospitals, on its northern edge, an area that has been under intense Israeli military siege for nearly…
(2024-12-25). Palestinian officials: Israeli forces killed 8 in West Bank raid. newarab.com 
The Palestinian health ministry reported that an It was unclear which of the killed Palestinians the Israeli statement was referring to. | The Ramallah-based ministry said seven were killed in the
(2024-12-25). Sombre Christmas for Gaza as Israeli strikes kill 27. newarab.com 
Israel continued its deadly strikes on Gaza on Christmas Day, with 27 people killed during predawn attacks, according to media reports. | In southern Khan Younis, at least 10 people lost their lives, and several others were injured when a house was bombed in the Maen area. | Israeli forces also attacked northern Gaza's Kamal Adwan Hospital, with bullets penetrating the ICU and maternity department. | The facility is now nonoperational due to relentless strikes and explosions, turning the area into a war zone and blocking all movements in and out of the hospital. | The north now lacks proper access to healthcar…
(2024-12-25). US retaliates against allies for opposing Israel's war on Gaza. newarab.com 
With its continued staunch support for Israel's far-right government in its This month, Israel announced the
(2024-12-25). Yemen rebels claim ballistic missile attack on Israel. newarab.com 
Yemen's The missile was aimed at the "The Yemeni Armed Forces targeted a military target of the Israeli enemy in the occupied area of Yaffa (Tel Aviv) using a h…
(2024-12-25). Israel's Gantz calls for Iran attacks, confirms Haniyeh killing. newarab.com 
According to Israeli media, Gantz called for Israel to "target Iran directly" to stop attacks f…
(2024-12-25). Katz claims responsibility for first time for Haniyeh killing. newarab.com 
Israeli Defense Minister "These days, when the Houthi terro…
(2024-12-25). øCómo se vivió esta navidad en Palestina? (+ Video). cubadebate.cu Los cristianos que residen en los territorios palestinos ocupados vivieron la efeméride de la Navidad sin festejos debido al genocidio israelí cometido contra la Franja de Gaza. Medios de comunicación de la región indicaron que decenas de palestinos asistieron a la misa de Nochebuena en la Iglesia Latina de la Sagrada Familia, una de las pocas edificaciones que siguen en pie.
(2024-12-25). Casi 13 mil estudiantes palestinos asesinados por Israel. radiohc.cu La Habana, 25 dic (RHC) El ejército israelí mató a 12 mil 820 estudiantes e hirió a 21 mil 351 en los territorios ocupados desde el estallido del actual ciclo de violencia, en octubre del pasado año, denunció hoy una fuente oficial palestina.
(2024-12-25). BRICS expands with 9 new partner countries. Now it's half of world population, 41% of global economy. geopoliticaleconomy.com 
BRICS keeps expanding, adding 9 partner countries in January 2025, after admitting 4 new members in 2024. It now makes up roughly half of the global population and more than 41% of world GDP (PPP). It's an economic powerhouse, with top producers of key commodities like oil, gas, grains, meat, and minerals.
(2024-12-25). Pakistan says its nuclear program is peaceful and for self-defense. plenglish.com Islamabad, Dec 25 (Prensa Latina) Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said Pakistan's nuclear program is peaceful, for self-defense and ruled out any concessions in this regard, local media reported.
(2024-12-25). How Fascism Came. popularresistance.org President-elect Donald Trump does not herald the advent of fascism. He heralds the collapse of the veneer that masked the corruption within the ruling class and their pretense of democracy. He is the symptom, not the disease. The loss of basic democratic norms began long before Trump, which paved the road to an American totalitarianism. Deindustrialization, deregulation, austerity, unchecked predatory corporations, including the health-care industry, wholesale surveillance of every American, social inequality, an electoral system that is plagued by legalized bribery, endless and futile wars, the largest prison po…
(2024-12-25). How Union Democracy Builds Labor's Strike Power. popularresistance.org Scott Houldieson had some questions. He had worked at Ford's Chicago Assembly Plant, United Auto Workers (UAW) Local 551, since 1989, but in the late 2000s the company was in a financial hole following the Great Recession, and the leaders of the UAW told him and his fellow coworkers that they were going to have to give up some of the benefits that had long made auto work a good blue-collar job. | Houldieson understood that times were hard; he'd seen the quarterly reports showing gigantic losses for the company, even if it wasn't facing bankruptcy like its competitors, but something still didn't compute.
(2024-12-25). Marathon Negotiations Bring Key Breakthroughs For VW Workers. popularresistance.org Volkswagen workers in Germany secured major breakthroughs in their fight against the company's planned cost-cutting measures. The agreement, finalized during the week of December 16 after marathon-length negotiations, preserves jobs, protects plant operations, and ensures long-term collective bargaining agreements, representing a significant departure from management's initial proposals of plant closures, salary cuts, and mass redundancies. | "No site will be closed, no one will be made redundant and our in-house collective bargaining agreement will be secured in the long term," said works council chair Daniela C…
(2024-12-25). How To Start A Free Store In Your Community. popularresistance.org If you are moved by the abundance of waste in your neighborhood, are concerned about your neighbors in need, are a fan of building and strengthening community, want to take action to reject capitalism, or just enjoy the mystery of seeing colorful displays of random items, each with a story, you're not alone! And that's great news because teamwork is the dreamwork for creating a free store or neighborhood sharing hub. Free stores are an extension of the gift economy, where all items are available to anyone at no charge.
(2024-12-25). Living on the Edge: The Most Dangerous Time in History | Scott Ritter & Larry C. Johnson. thealtworld.com Living on the Edge: The Most Dangerous Time in History | Scott Ritter & Larry C. Johnson…
(2024-12-25). A Global Minimum Wage Would Reduce Poverty and Corporate Power. counterpunch.org 
In today's world of widespread poverty and unprecedented wealth, how about raising the wages of the most poorly paid workers? This October, the World Bank reported that "8.5 percent of the global population―almost 700 million people―live today on less than $2.15 per day," while "44 percent of the global population―around 3.5 billion people―live today on less than
(2024-12-25). Landslides following 7.4 magnitude quake in Vanuatu. presstv.ir Magnitude 7.4 earthquake causes widespread damage in Pacific island nation of Vanuatu…
(2024-12-25). Fatah bans Al Jazeera from northern West Bank for 'incitement'. newarab.com 
The decision was issued on Monday and extends to the governorates of Jenin, Tubas, Nablus, Tulkarem, Qalqiliya and Salfit [mda…
(2024-12-25). Binding Treaty: Civil society decries corporate influence at the UN. cadtm.org
(2024-12-25). Iran Pushing for Afghanistan's Stability: Araqchi. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi voiced Tehran's support for the Afghan people in their bid to enjoy stability, sustainable security and development.
(2024-12-25). Iran to Hold War Games in Days: Ranking General. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The commander of Iran's Khatam al-Anbia Central Headquarters unveiled plans for a series of "offensive and defensive" military exercises in the coming days.
(2024-12-25). Pezeshkian Offers Condolences after Azeri Plane Crash in Kazakhstan. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian offered his condolences to his Azeri counterpart over deaths after an Azerbaijan Airlines passenger jet with 62 passengers and five crew members onboard crashed near the city of Aktau in Kazakhstan on Wednesday.
(2024-12-25). Iranian President Urges Support for Palestine in Message to Pope. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — In a message to the Pope on Christmas Day, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian called for effective measures to help the innocent people of Palestine.
(2024-12-25). Spokesman Hails Coexistence among Religions in Iran. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Spokesperson for the Iranian Foreign Ministry Esmaeil Baqaei congratulated Christians on Christmas, highlighting the history of peaceful coexistence among religions and cultures in Iran.
(2024-12-25). Brazilian President enacts bio-inputs law to boost sustainable agriculture. tvbrics.com 
The legislation represents a step towards sustainable farming practices in the country…
(2024-12-25). China presents Zidingxiang Creative Design Award in Harbin. tvbrics.com 
Around 100 top works were showcased at an exhibition in Harbin…
(2024-12-25). How New Year is celebrated in UAE. tvbrics.com 
This article describes how locals and tourists celebrate New Year's Eve in the UAE…
(2024-12-25). Iran pioneers shale oil extraction technology to achieve energy independence. tvbrics.com 
The new technology could significantly enhance the nation's ability to tap into these unconventional resources…
(2024-12-25). Saudi Arabia launches comprehensive media glossary to standardise Arabic terminology. tvbrics.com 
It reflects Saudi Arabia's wider efforts to develop the media landscape and create a consistent approach to media vocabulary…
(2024-12-25). South Africa's Limpopo hosts Mapungubwe Festival. tvbrics.com 
The festival is known for its variety of musical compositions representing the cultural heritage of South Africa…
(2024-12-25). South Africa's Limpomo hosts Mapungubwe Festival. tvbrics.com 
The festival is known for its variety of musical compositions representing the cultural heritage of South Africa…
(2024-12-25). IMF, Egypt reach deal to unlock $1.2bn to shore up strained public finances. aljazeera.com Washington-based lender says Cairo agreed to raise tax-to-revenue ratio and accelerate divestment of state-owned firms.
(2024-12-25). Taiwan struggles to reconcile climate ambitions and chip manufacturing. aljazeera.com The island's semiconductor industry represents one-quarter of GDP but is a major source of carbon emissions.
(2024-12-25). Nigeria's celebratory 'detty December' turns sombre amid economic woes. aljazeera.com Amid high inflation and soaring costs, the monthlong annual entertainment extravaganza is taking a toll on many.
(2024-12-25). Photos: Moments of joy and hope in 2024. aljazeera.com In 12 frames, people around the world – playing, celebrating, dancing and smiling – as we look back through 2024.
(2024-12-25). Did artificial intelligence shape the 2024 US election? aljazeera.com Experts feared AI deepfakes in elections, but traditional misinformation methods like social media claims prevailed.
(2024-12-25). Pakistan air strikes in Afghanistan spark Taliban warning of retaliation. aljazeera.com The first cross-border strike inside Afghanistan since March came after a spate of attacks by the Pakistani Taliban.
(2024-12-25). At least four dead as Azerbaijan Airlines plane crashes in Kazakhstan. aljazeera.com Authorities says 29 survivors hospitalised after Azerbaijan Airlines plane crashed near the city of Aktau.
(2024-12-25). Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,035. aljazeera.com Here are the key developments on the 1,035th day of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
(2024-12-25). Russian attacks kill one in Ukraine, damage energy infrastructure. aljazeera.com One killed in southern Ukraine city of Kherson as Russian missiles cause significant damage to energy infrastructure.
(2024-12-25). South Korea's Yoon defies second summons over martial law decree. aljazeera.com Embattled leader fails to appear for questioning over short-lived declaration of martial law for second time in a week.
(2024-12-25). US government agency targeting foreign disinformation shuts down. aljazeera.com State Department unit established in 2016 closes after US Congress fails to extend funding amid Republican accusations.
(2024-12-25). US, UK, EU condemn Pakistan's convictions for civilians: Why it matters. aljazeera.com The EU has warned that Pakistan could be violating a trade deal. Without it, Pakistani exports could be hit 20 percent.
(2024-12-25). Christmas for pessimists. aljazeera.com This year, a chance encounter with a fellow pessimist helped me find some Christmas magic in the imperial capital.
(2024-12-25). Colombia is defending its sovereignty from the power of global corporations. aljazeera.com Anyone who cares about democracy and climate action must support them.
(2024-12-25). Video: Passenger plane crashes in Kazakhstan during emergency landing. aljazeera.com An Azerbaijan Airlines plane crashed after requesting an emergency landing in Kazakhstan.
(2024-12-25). Azerbaijan passenger plane crashes in Kazakhstan. aljazeera.com Authorities says 28 survivors hospitalised after Azerbaijan Airlines plane crashed near the city of Aktau.
(2024-12-25). Inspired by BDS Movement, Bay Area Activists Display Jesus in Rubble in Nativity Scenes. indybay.org Responding to a call to action from the BDS Movement, community members from Vigil 4 Gaza stood up for Palestine by placing a baby Jesus doll in keffiyeh in nativity scenes on Christmas Eve…
(2024-12-25). Navidades de paz, unión y amor en Venezuela (+Fotos y Audio). radiohc.cu El Presidente de la República Bolivariana de Venezuela, Nicolás Maduro envió un mensaje navideño a sus conciudadanos, con el llamado a la paz, a la unidad y al amor.
(2024-12-25). Tech Frontier | Key takeaways from innovative 2024 and promising trends for 2025. ecns.cn This year, China has made remarkable progress in sci-tech innovation. With technological breakthroughs in quantum computing, advancements in commercial spaceflight, the rise of humanoid robots, new developments in 6G, and the rapid growth of AI-generated content (AIGC), it has been a year like no other.
(2024-12-25). China: The 18th IHL Moot Court concludes in Guilin, CUPL claims victory for the sixth time. icrc.org
(2024-12-25). China: Humanitarian and development actors must collaborate to restore people's dignity in protracted crises. icrc.org
(2024-12-25). New Report Focuses on Digital Threats Faced by Civilians During Armed Conflicts. icrc.org
(2024-12-25). We Must Build International Solidarity Against US-China Imperial Rivalry. truthout.org Increasingly, understanding the inter-imperialist competition between the United States and China is becoming essential to understanding the dynamics of the modern capitalist system. With the goal of broadening our understanding of the dynamics at play, Ashley Smith, along with co-authors Eli Friedman, Kevin Lin, and Rosa Liu, have published China in Global Capitalism: Building International… |
(2024-12-25). Roads to glory: Xi Jinping and the legacy of the 'Two Roads'. ecns.cn At the founding of the People's Republic of China, over 100,000 people built roads through mountains and bridges over rivers, creating the Sichuan-Xizang and Qinghai-Xizang highways. They turned natural barriers into passages and created miracles in the history of road construction.
(2024-12-25). China repudia venta de armamento de EEUU a Taiwán. radiohc.cu La Habana, 25 dic (RHC) El portavoz de la Oficina de Asuntos de Taiwán del Consejo de Estado de China, Chen Binhua, expresó hoy el firme rechazo de este Gobierno a la venta de armas de Estados Unidos a Taipei.
(2024-12-25). China repudiates U.S. weapons sales to Taiwan. plenglish.com Beijing, Dec 25 (Prensa Latina) The spokesman of the Taiwan Affairs Office of the State Council of China, Chen Binhua, today expressed his government's firm rejection of the sale of U.S. arms to Taipei.
(2024-12-25). Hangzhou in a foreign anchor's eyes: How smart could robots be. ecns.cn Hangzhou City, located in Zhejiang Province, is renowned for its technological innovation, and is also one of the leading cities in the development of China's robot industry.
(2024-12-25). Direct chartered flight launched between China's Harbin, Bangkok. ecns.cn The first chartered flight from Bangkok, Thailand to Harbin, capital of northeast China's Heilongjiang Province, successfully landed at Taiping International Airport on Wednesday.
(2024-12-25). China slams U.S.' National Defense Authorization Act containing negative content related to Taiwan. ecns.cn In response to the U.S. signing into law of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025, which contains negative content related to Taiwan, Chen Binhua, a spokesperson for the State Council's Taiwan Affairs Office.
(2024-12-25). Top 10 sci-tech news from China in 2024 released on Tuesday. ecns.cn Top 10 domestic sci-tech news in 2024 was released on Tuesday by Science and Technology Daily, the official newspaper of the Ministry of Science and Technology of China. They are:…
(2024-12-25). Hubei expands China-Europe freight train service to boost trade with Kazakhstan. ecns.cn The China-Europe freight train from Wuhan, central China's Hubei Province, has expanded its route to reach the northernmost region of Kazakhstan, further promoting high-level international trade.
(2024-12-25). Experts mull potential impact of higher tariffs. ecns.cn Experts expressed concern over the path of U.S.-China trade ahead of Donald Trump's second term in the White House, as the president-elect has said he would impose wide tariffs on Chinese imports.
(2024-12-25). Washington's annual defense bill slammed. ecns.cn The Chinese Foreign Ministry condemned on Tuesday an annual United States national defense authorization act that contains negative China-related provisions, and vowed to take resolute and forceful measures to safeguard China's sovereignty, security and development interests.
(2024-12-25). (W.E. Talk) China a significant player in global green growth. ecns.cn
(2024-12-25). Countermeasures to safeguard China interests. ecns.cn China stands ready to take necessary countermeasures against United States' tightening export controls on the semiconductor sector, but favors a "long-term, strategic approach" to its technological rivalry with Washington.
(2024-12-25). Green energy spending to top $1 trillion by 2030. ecns.cn China's investment in its energy transition is expected to surpass $1 trillion by 2030, with a focus on enhancing energy efficiency and accelerating electrification, according to a think tank.
(2024-12-25). China's top political advisory body will convene annual session on March 4. ecns.cn China's top political advisory body will convene its annual session in Beijing on March 4…
(2024-12-25). Yangtze River safer following crackdown on crimes. ecns.cn Police in China have solved more than 5,200 criminal cases and dismantled over 710 criminal organizations in a campaign launched in February to combat illegal fishing, sand mining, theft and smuggling along the Yangtze River.
(2024-12-25). Raise a Glass With William Hazlitt! counterpunch.org 
Hazlitt got gloomily drunk for a fortnight after the battle of Waterloo, accurately anticipating that decades of reaction lay ahead, now that Boney had been definitely put away, with the Holy Alliance in the saddle and the French contagion safely bottled up. Smart fellow, that Hazlitt. He should have stayed drunk for a month.
(2024-12-25). Napoleon Trump? A Glyph. counterpunch.org 
(2024-12-25). Take Me to Your Leader. counterpunch.org 
Strong, visionary, decisive leadership has been missing for so long in America, we don't even know what it looks like anymore. Arrogance and charisma are not the same as leadership. George W. Bush was as arrogant as they come and Barack Obama was as charismatic as it gets. Biden … well, he is bellicose, belligerent,
(2024-12-25). What If Jesus Had Been Born into the American Police State? counterpunch.org 
"When the song of the angels is stilled, when the star in the sky is gone, when the kings and princes are home, when the shepherds are back with their flocks, the work of Christmas begins: to find the lost, to heal the broken, to feed the hungry, to release the prisoner, to rebuild the
(2024-12-25). The Future of Our Food is Not in Vast Factory Farms. counterpunch.org 
Prologue Quite by accident, a neighbor said to me that the New York Times had a lengthy opinion piece in support of animal farms, which represent the worst form of modern agriculture. I checked it out and the neighbor was right. The New York Times had more than one opinion piece parroting the anxieties of
(2024-12-25). Democracy Now! 2024-12-25 Wednesday. democracynow.org Democracy Now! 2024-12-25 Wednesday: A Tribute to Blacklisted Lyricist Yip Harburg: The Man Who Put the Rainbow in The Wizard of Oz
(2024-12-25). Democracy Now! 2024-12-25 Wednesday. democracynow.org Democracy Now! Wednesday, December 25, 2024 | Democracy Now! Wednesday, December 25, 2024…
(2024-12-25). DPP depriving youth to learn Chinese culture and history. ecns.cn A Chinese mainland spokesman on Wednesday said Taiwan's Democratic Progressive Party has deprived Taiwan youth of their rightful opportunity to learn about Chinese culture and history by introducing educational policies and curriculum distorting Chinese history.
(2024-12-25). Shanghai records 68,000 patents. ecns.cn Shanghai has recently completed a comprehensive inventory of altogether 68,000 patents from its universities, research institutions and medical facilities, the Shanghai Intellectual Property Administration said at a media briefing on Tuesday.
(2024-12-25). Harbin Airport sees 183 percent increase in passengers. ecns.cn The number of inbound and outbound passengers at the Harbin Taiping International Airport in Heilongjiang province in 2024 has exceeded 500,000, a year-on-year increase of 183 percent, according to the Harbin immigration border inspection station.
(2024-12-25). A glimpse of world's first million-kilowatt water and light power station in Sichuan>. ecns.cn With an annual utilization time of 1,735 hours, the Kela Photovoltaic Power Station has an installed capacity of one million kilowatts and can generate 2 billion kilowatt hours of electricity on average per year.
(2024-12-25). Beijing's predominant flu strain: H1N1 influenza A. ecns.cn Experts have said that the predominant flu strain circulating in Beijing this flu season is the H1N1 type of influenza A, with the majority of individuals with normal immune function being able to recover on their own.
(2024-12-25). Chinese tourists reacquiring wanderlust. ecns.cn Chinese tourists are displaying ever-growing demand for overseas travel, which is now approaching pre-pandemic levels, and the trend is expected to accelerate in 2025, speeding up the rebound of the world's largest source of tourists.
(2024-12-25). (W.E. Talk) Protectionism makes global economic environment different. ecns.cn
(2024-12-25). Conference hailed for emphasis on reforms. ecns.cn The meeting, which set the stage for 2025 and beyond, has drawn international attention for its emphasis on domestic consumption, sectoral reforms and sustainability.
(2024-12-25). Better policy seen as driving innovation. ecns.cn More policies are expected to stimulate innovation among businesses, enabling them to cultivate unique competitive advantages in response to the intense price-focused competition prevalent in certain industries, said analysts.
(2024-12-25). Guangdong eases fireworks ban for Spring Festival. ecns.cn Shunde district of Foshan city, Guangdong province, will allow its residents to set off fireworks and firecrackers in an orderly manner and within a limited time during festivals and holidays in 2025.
(2024-12-25). Gaza Christians pray for end of 'death, destruction' amid war. newarab.com 
(2024-12-25). Two-week-old Palestinian baby dies from cold in Gaza. newarab.com 
A second The infant, only two weeks old, was identified as Sila Mahmoud al-Fasih, and died in the al-Mawasi area located west of Khan Younis in the south of the enclave. | Days earlier, on Friday last week, another infant named Aisha Adnan Sufyan al-Qassas also…
(2024-12-25). War and international humanitarian law. icrc.org Overview…
(2024-12-25). Brazil: Darién crossing report wins ICRC International Humanitarian Coverage Award. icrc.org Mayara Paixà£o and Lalo de Almeida of Brazilian newspaper Folha de Sà£o Paulo have won first prize at the sixth ICRC International Humanitarian Coverage Award for their report Darién, a selva da morte (Darién, forest of death).
(2024-12-25). Egypt: Completion of the Regional Arabic course on International Humanitarian Law in Sharm El-Sheikh. icrc.org
(2024-12-25). ICRC: "We have the chance to improve the lives of millions" icrc.org Delivered by Ms. Laetitia Courtois, Permanent Observer and Head of Delegation, UN General Assembly debate on strengthening of the coordination of humanitarian and disaster relief assistance of the United Nations, including special economic assistance…
(2024-12-25). Armenia: Finding strength to fulfill a long-held dream. icrc.org
(2024-12-25). Bangladesh: Hopeful embrace ends eight years of despair as Mariam is reunited with her husband. icrc.org
(2024-12-25). ICRC in 2024: Upholding humanity in conflict. icrc.org
(2024-12-25). A Journey of No Return: ICRC helps clarify the fate of a missing Migrant. icrc.org
(2024-12-25). Thailand: ICRC and Thammasat University screen film, host discussion on IHL and South-East Asian history. icrc.org
(2024-12-25). Venezuela: Medical equipment — a matter of life and death. icrc.org
(2024-12-25). Geneva: ICRC reinforces financial support to National Society Investment Alliance (NSIA). icrc.org
(2024-12-25). OEWG: ICRC Statement on International Law. icrc.org Delivered by Kosuke Onishi, Legal Adviser, at the 9th Substantive Session of the Open-Ended Working Group on security of and in the use of information and communications technologies 2021-2025, New York…
(2024-12-25). Evaluation of the ICRC Learning Culture. icrc.org
(2024-12-25). Columbus Mennonite Church considers what sanctuary might look like in Trump's second term. anabaptistworld.org At a congregational meeting in December, members of Columbus Mennonite Church in Ohio gathered to figure out how they might respond to President-elect Trump's call to enact "the largest deportation" in U.S. history. The church has long been a part of the sanctuary movement, which offers shelter for undocumented immigrants who might otherwise be deported. …
(2024-12-25). Sanctuary Cities Offer Little Protection From Mass Deportations. truthout.org Philadelphia is what's known as a sanctuary city. While the term has no fixed definition, it usually refers to a city that has declared its refusal to cooperate — or even works at odds — with federal immigration enforcement. Will living in a sanctuary city safeguard Philly's roughly 50,000 undocumented immigrants and their families if President-elect Donald Trump delivers on his promise to… |
(2024-12-25). SATIRE: Rand Paul Floats Elon Musk For House Speaker. theonion.com 
Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) is floating Elon Musk to be Speaker of the House after the powerful tech billionaire helped torpedo a bipartisan agreement on a short-term spending bill, a move made possible by the fact that the Constitution does not specify that the House Speaker must be a member of the chamber. What do …
(2024-12-25). Venezuela: Release of 177 Individuals Held for Post-Electoral Violence Brings Total to 910. orinocotribune.com Venezuela's Public Ministry (MP) reported that together with the Judiciary it agreed on 177 revisions of measures for those prosecuted for the acts of violence recorded in…
(2024-12-25). Palestine, gold, and weed: What happened in the Maghreb in 2024. newarab.com 
As we look back, 2024 was a decisive year for the From the Atlas mountains to the Mediterranean's waters, here's a look back at the stories that shaped 2024 in the Re…
(2024-12-25). Colombian workers pleased with minimum wage hike. plenglish.com The president of the Central Unitaria Trabajadores de Colombia (CUT), Fabio Arias, said, for example, that the increase will allow Colombians to have greater purchasing power. | This, he said, considering that the real increase is more than 200,000 pesos (about 45 dollars at the current exchange rate), which means an average increase of 11% over last year. | "We have called on the central workers to reduce the wage gap that we have with the previous decisions of the neoliberal and business governments," the union leader said. | Meanwhile, the president of the Confederation of Workers of Colombia, Jhon Caicedo, e…
(2024-12-25). Return of Peñarol fans detained in Brazil demanded in Uruguay. plenglish.com Montevideo, Dec 25 (Prensa Latina) Relatives of the fans of Uruguayan football club Peñarol, detained by Brazilian justice, demanded an urgent meeting with Foreign Minister Omar Paganini and the intervention of their country's government.
(2024-12-25). Torturers from the dictatorship sent to prison in Uruguay. plenglish.com Montevideo, Dec 25 (Prensa Latina) The Uruguayan court ordered the prosecution of three retired military officers accused of torturing 39 teenagers in April 1975, during the dictatorship that reigned here, it was announced.
(2024-12-25). Ecuador police find bodies in search for missing children. plenglish.com Quito, Dec 25 (Prensa Latina) The National Police of Ecuador found bodies in a military zone near where the four missing children were last seen more than two weeks ago in Guayaquil, a case that shocked the country today.
(2024-12-25). Paraguay to allocate more funds to fight against drug trafficking. plenglish.com Asunción, Dec 25 (Prensa Latina) The government of Paraguay will allocate 500 million dollars to strengthen security agencies in the fight against drug trafficking, which is among the country's priorities, it was reported here today.
(2024-12-25). India to test satellite docking technology. plenglish.com The launch vehicle will guide them to a circular orbit of 470 kilometers. After docking operations between the two satellites, they are expected to separate at a distance of about 10 to 20 km between them, the space agency said. | According to ISRO, Spadex is a mission to demonstrate cost-effective technology that enables docking actions in space using two small spacecraft. | It means it is essential to India's space ambitions, such as previous lunar missions, the return of samples from Earth's natural satellite, and the construction and operation of the space station. | Spadex consists of two satellites designe…
(2024-12-25). Russia launched 99 satellites in 2024. plenglish.com Moscow, Dec 25 (Prensa Latina) — Yuri Borisov, the director general of the Russian space corporation Roscosmos, announced that the agency launched 99 satellites in 2024, bringing the total to 288.
(2024-12-25). Cuba: University of Camagàºey stands out at Science Day event. plenglish.com Camagàºey, Cuba, Dec 25 (Prensa Latina) The University of Camagàºey and its Interface and Technology Company stood out at the Science Day in Cuba, where they presented their transcendental contributions in the country's 2030 Development Agenda.
(2024-12-25). Daniel Hidalgo gana torneo de ajedrez rápido en Cancún. radiohc.cu La Habana, 25 dic (RHC) Daniel Hidalgo, campeón juvenil cubano, dominó el grupo Libre del Festival de Ajedrez de Cancún 2024, certamen de partidas rápidas celebrado en ese afamado balneario mexicano.
(2024-12-25). Orquesta cubana Van Van anuncia nuevo abrazo a su público en 2025. radiohc.cu La Habana, 25 dic (RHC) La orquesta cubana los Van Van, reconocida mundialmente como El tren de la música cubana, anuncia este diciembre que prepara un nuevo videoclip con el tema "Ven Dame un Abrazo", a estrenarse en marzo de 2025.
(2024-12-25). Liga Premier del fútbol de Inglaterra prepara el Boxing Day. radiohc.cu La Habana, 25 dic (RHC) Como cada año, la Liga Premier del fútbol de Inglaterra está hoy a las puertas del Boxing Day, una jornada frenética de partidos que arranca el próximo jueves con el duelo Manchester City-Everton.
(2024-12-25). Desde Nuestra América, Mijaín, Omara y la Argentina de Messi. radiohc.cu La Habana, 25 dic (RHC) Cuba, el país latinoamericano y caribeño que más medallas ha alcanzado en la historia de los Juegos Olímpicos, con 86 preseas áureas, 70 de plata y 88 de bronce…
(2024-12-25). Diputado cubano aborda programa gubernamental para la recuperación del sistema electroenergético. radiohc.cu Recientemente culminó el Cuarto Período Ordinario de Sesiones de la X legislatura de la Asamblea Nacional del Poder Popular, donde los diputados analizaron la situación socioeconómica y política del país, recibieron una actualización del estado del cumplimiento del Plan de Gobierno a un año de su puesta en marcha; y se presentaron los Objetivos y metas de la economía y el Proyecto de Ley del Presupuesto del Estado correspondiente al año 2025.
(2024-12-25). Mijaín, Omara y fútbol argentino ganan Encuesta Anual de Prensa Latina. radiohc.cu La Habana, 25 dic (RHC) El luchador Mijaín López, la velocista paralímpica Omara Durand Elías, ambos cubanos, y el equipo de fútbol de Argentina resultaron ganadores en la edición 60 de la Encuesta Deportiva Anual de Prensa Latina.
(2024-12-25). Pinar del Río sede del acto nacional por el Día del Trabajador de la Industria Alimentaria. radiohc.cu La Habana, 25 dic (RHC) Pinar del Río por sus integrales resultados será la sede del acto nacional por el Día del Trabajador de la Industria Alimentaria, a celebrarse el 25 de enero próximo en la Empresa de Productos Lácteos y Confitería Raúl Fornell Delgado, del occidental territorio.
(2024-12-25). Visitarán a Cuba brigadas de solidaridad. radiohc.cu La Habana, 25 dic (RHC) Cuba recibirá en enero próximo a dos brigadas de solidaridad provenientes de Australia – Nueva Zelanda y de Centroamérica, informó el Instituto Cubano de Amistad con los Pueblos (ICAP).
(2024-12-25). Eyewitness video shows moment of plane crash in Kazakhstan. presstv.ir A passenger plane flying from Azerbaijan to Russia crashed near the city of Aktau in Kazakhstan.
(2024-12-25). Catching Pegasus: Mercenary Spyware and the Liability of the NSO Group. scheerpost.com 
(2024-12-25). Trump's Choice for Social Security Admin Leads to Fears of Austerity and Cuts. scheerpost.com 
(2024-12-25). Gaetz-Gate: House Ethics Report on Former Florida Rep. Details Statutory Rape, Drug Use, Corruption. scheerpost.com 
(2024-12-25). Pakistani military conducts airstrikes on militant hideouts in eastern Afghanistan. presstv.ir The Pakistani military has conducted a series of airstrikes in eastern Afghanistan, targeting hideouts of the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) militant group.
(2024-12-25). Over 300 Starbucks Stores Go on Strike for a Just Contract. truthout.org Starbucks workers at more than 300 locations across the United States, from Atlanta to Boston to Los Angeles, are expected to walk off the job Tuesday to pressure the coffee giant to come to the bargaining table with a just contract offer that includes a living wage, benefit improvements, and fair scheduling. As the Christmas Eve strikes kicked off, Starbucks Workers United (SBWU) wrote in a… |
(2024-12-25). Trump Condemns Biden's Commutations, Vows to "Vigorous Pursue Death Penalty" truthout.org Republican U.S. President-elect Donald Trump vowed Tuesday that his administration will "vigorously" use capital punishment as part of his "make America safe again" agenda, despite copious evidence that the death penalty does not deter crime, is racially biased, and results in wrongful executions. Responding to Democratic President Joe Biden's Monday commutation of 37 federal death sentences… |
(2024-12-25). What Hurricane Helene Relief Taught Me About Preparing for Trump's Second Term. truthout.org The autumn sun was sinking low behind the Blue Ridge Mountains as we pulled into Swannanoa. It was Thanksgiving Day, and two months since Hurricane Helene ransacked the Southeast. The small town, like so many communities across western North Carolina, was still a scene of utter devastation. Heaping piles of debris dotted the roadside, and neighborhoods of collapsed homes sat empty in the cold dusk… |
(2024-12-25). I taste the dust and feel the joy. anabaptistworld.org Evangelism rallies, energetic music and dancing, witnessing, altar calls with a dozen respondents, loud praying. I could feel the enthusiasm as the Mennonite Brethren Church in the Democratic Republic of Congo celebrated its 100th anniversary in August.
(2024-12-25). SATIRE: Foster Child Hopes Adoption Papers Not His Only Christmas Gift. theonion.com CHARLOTTE, NC—After finding only a large, plain envelope with his name on it under the tree, local foster child Dylan Mayfield reportedly began to worry Wednesday that the few measly sheets of paper solidifying his adoption would be his only Christmas present this year. "That was a really nice gesture and all, and they seemed …
(2024-12-25). SATIRE: Mariah Carey: A Career Timeline. theonion.com Mariah Carey's "All I Want for Christmas Is You" turns 30 years old this holiday season. The Onion looks back on Mariah Carey's career in honor of the Christmas hit. 4 B.C.: The son of God is delivered unto man, and the Lord in Heaven dispatches an angel to sing his word each solstice hitherto. …
(2024-12-25). SATIRE: Travis Kelce Excitedly Hands Taylor Swift Wrapped Football-Shaped Gift. theonion.com LEAWOOD, KS—Taking the rumpled package out from behind his back, an excited Travis Kelce reportedly surprised girlfriend Taylor Swift Wednesday by handing a wrapped, football-shaped gift to the pop super star. "Here you go, babe," said the 35-year-old Kansas City Chiefs tight end who watched eagerly as Swift regarded the oblong, sloppily wrapped package. "A special Christmas present, just for my sweetheart. I think you're really …
(2024-12-25). Consumer Alert: Tips to Help Consumers Navigate Return and Refund Policies. urbancny.com 
Shoppers Should Be Aware of Laws Protecting Consumers So They Can Make Informed Decisions in the Final Hours of the Holiday Shopping Season Secretary Mosley: "It's important for consumers to pay attention to return and refund policies so you can exchange that item you'll never use for something you love." In the final hours of the holiday shopping season, the New York Department of State's Division of Consumer Protection is providing tips to help consumers navigate return and refund policies. According to the National Retail Federation, this year's holiday weekend from Thanksgiving Day through Cyber Monday set re…
(2024-12-25). More Reasons for Cautious Optimism About the Demise of The Green Energy Fantasy. wattsupwiththat.com And as I look around at developments since the election, I see a number of other reasons to reinforce my cautious optimism. Maybe it's that the political environment has changed, and maybe it's that some people are starting to recognize that you can't beat the laws of physics; and maybe it's some of both. Here are examples:…
(2024-12-25). Hezbollah's Weapons Cache Reveals Global Supply Network, IDF Shows. themedialine.org 
(2024-12-25). Two killed in US school shooting; student suspect also dead: Police. presstv.ir A shooting at a Christian school in Madison, Wisconsin, has left at least two people killed and multiple injured.
(2024-12-25). Iran says Christmas opportunity to remind ourselves of Jesus Christ call for 'justice, peace'. presstv.ir The Iranian Foreign Ministry extended Christmas and New Year greetings to Christians worldwide, including those in Iran, describing it as an opportunity to remind ourselves of Christ's call for justice and peace.
(2024-12-25). Iran's president extends condolences to Azerbaijan's Aliyev over plane crash. presstv.ir Iranian President Pezeshkian has extended condolences to President Aliyev and the people of Azerbaijan following a tragic plane crash that claimed several lives.
(2024-12-25). When did Jews start lighting candles on Hanukkah? haaretz.com Modern tradition assumes Hanukkah candles were born with the holiday but Josephus hadn't heard of them: It seems we borrowed them from the pagan Saturnalia…
(2024-12-25). Hanukkah's Feminist Story, Told in One Recipe. haaretz.com It's delicious, but best of all, it's a reminder of the little known story of the bravery of one woman who, with a single act, changed the course of history…
(2024-12-25). Greenland Hits Back As Trump Reveals Next Target After Panama Canal; Son Eric Drops 'Shopping List'. hindustantimes.com Days after Donald Trump's renewed wish for U.S. to own Greenland, Denmark has announced an increase in military spending for the gigantic island. Greenland is a semi-autonomous region with its foreign and military policy under the Danish government. Meanwhile, according to the President-Elect, it is a necessity for the U.S. to own the world's biggest island "for purposes of National Security and Freedom throughout the world". Trump did not elaborate on his statement. Watch the video to know more.
(2024-12-25). 35 feared dead as Azerbaijani jet crashes in Kazakhstan. newarab.com 
An Azerbaijan Airlines passenger jet crashed on Wednesday in western Azerbaijani authorities said 32 people had survived the crash of the Embraer 190 near the city of Aktau, an oil and gas hub on the eastern shore of the Caspian Sea. | With Azerbaijan Airlines reported that 67 people were on board ⚪ 62 passengers and five crew members ⚪ it is feared that 35 may have perished in the crash. | The plane was flying from the Azerbaijani capital Baku on the western…
(2024-12-25). Five men jailed by Amsterdam court over match violence. newarab.com 
An Amsterdam District Court on Tuesday imposed sentences of up to six months against five men who were involved in The riots, which caused an international outcry and accusations of deliberate anti-Semitic and anti-Arab attacks, left five people in hospital and 20 others with minor injuries. | More than 60 suspects were detained. | The court on Tuesday sentenced one man to six mont…
(2024-12-25). Iraqi Christians hope for peace as leaders share Christmas cheer. newarab.com 
As the holiday season unfolds, Before the US…
(2024-12-25). Pope's sombre message in Christmas under shadow of war. newarab.com 
Christians across the world celebrated With the
(2024-12-25). 12 killed in blast at Turkey explosives plant. newarab.com 
A powerful blast ripped through an explosives plant in northwestern Footage showed shards of glass and metal scattered outside the plant, where ambulances stood by. | "According to initial reports, 12 employees died and four were taken to hospital with injuries as a result of the explosion" in the Karesi district of Balikesir province, local governor Ismail Ustaoglu said. | "I wish God's mercy upon our deceased citizens and a speedy recov…
(2024-12-25). Fact Check: No, Cristiano Ronaldo has not converted to Islam. ummid.com Fact check analysis of images – showing football legend Cristiano Ronaldo in ihram and praying at Makkah Grand Mosque that are viral with claim that he has converted to Islam, are AI generated, and thus the claim is false.
(2024-12-25). Kashmir is in grip of Cultural Aggression. ummid.com Be it Hinduism, Buddhism or Islam no religion promotes the vulgarity that we are witnessing in today's Kashmir. This is all cultural aggression.
(2024-12-25). ‚õ™LIVE: Christmas High Mass from Rubaga. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Archbishop of Kampala Paul Ssemogerere is leading Christmas Mass at Saint Mary's Cathedral Rubaga as Christians world wide celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ. He has called on Christians to be clean in body and soul, saying contrary behavior leads to the uncleanliness witnessed in many parts of the …
(2024-12-25). Christians asked to embrace the true meaning of Christmas. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Christians across the country have been asked to embrace the true meaning of Christmas and desist from involving themselves in immoral acts. Delivering their messages during Christmas day celebrations, religious leaders from across the world said many people instead of reflecting on the birth of Jesus Christ, engage in abhorrent …
(2024-12-25). Festive Food Cravings: Scientists advise on portion control. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | As Christians all over the world celebrate Christmas, scientists have urged them to be cautious with the food, warning them against the danger of food poisoning and toxicity. Dr Precious Tukamushaba, a Nutritionist told URN that people tend to start up unhealthy eating patterns during festivities whereby they take food …
(2024-12-25). FUNDING: Hope for African women entrepreneurs. independent.co.ug 
Female-led firms are demonstrating their creditworthiness with little or no collateral, as development financiers and commercial lenders start to increase their support for women entrepreneurs through gender strategies, custom bank accounts with accessible requirements, and empowerment programs. SPECIAL REPORT | BIRD AGENCY | Africa has the highest proportion of women entrepreneurs globally, but they face …
(2024-12-25). Madi West Nile Diocese unveils shs14 billion budget for 2025. independent.co.ug 
Madi, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The administration of Madi West Nile Diocese has unveiled a UGX 14 Billion Budget for the year 2025. This is a significant growth up from the UGX 10 Billion this ending year. According to the Diocesan administrators, the priorities for next financial year are focused on five thematic areas …
(2024-12-25). Nancy Chiuri helps African moms get their fit back. independent.co.ug 
What do a mother of five, an IT expert, and a fitness pioneer have in common? Everything — if you're Nancy Chiuri. From her home in Pretoria to prisons and orphanages across Africa, she's helping women get their groove back. SPECIAL REPORT | BIRD AGENCY | Nancy Chiuri steadies herself, her youngest son perched playfully …
(2024-12-25). NCBA monthly mug concludes with a thrilling mug of mugs finale. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The NCBA Uganda Monthly MUG came to an exciting close this past on Dec.21 with the much-anticipated Mug of Mugs event at Mary Louise Simkins Golf Club, Namulonge. After months of intense competition, the final leg of the Monthly Mug attracted a host of golf enthusiasts and professionals, cementing its …
(2024-12-25). Police, Anti-Trafficking Office warn parents about child trafficking during holidays. independent.co.ug 
Luwero, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Police in the Savannah Region and the Anti-Trafficking Office at the Ministry of Internal Affairs have issued a strong warning to parents about the rising threat of child trafficking during the holiday season. The warning follows alarming statistics from the Uganda Police Annual Crime Report, which recorded 1,006 cases of …
(2024-12-25). Pope Francis opens Holy Door to mark start of Jubilee Year 2025 for Catholic Church. independent.co.ug 
Rome, Italy | THE INDEPENDENT | Pope Francis officially launched the Catholic Church's 2025 Jubilee Year on Tuesday evening by opening the Holy Door of St. Peter's Basilica in a ceremony on Christmas Eve. The symbolic act began a year-long celebration, which will run until January 6, 2026. The event occurred just before the Christmas Eve Mass, the Nativity …
(2024-12-25). WHO: Mpox situation in Africa remains 'especially concerning'. independent.co.ug 
KINSHASA, DR Congo | Xinhua | The epidemiological situation of Mpox in Africa remains "especially concerning," with high case counts observed in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Burundi, and Uganda, the World Health Organization (WHO) said Monday. According to the latest report of the WHO, Africa has seen 13,769 confirmed cases across 20 …
(2024-12-25). üü¢FROM THE ARCHIVES: Uganda in chopper saga again. independent.co.ug 
üü•Does History Repeat Itself? The Independent looks back 10 years by reproducing a COVER STORY from 2015 that illustrates the mood of the time. How much has changed since then? What does it tell about the future for Uganda? You can find out if you read on, in this bi-monthly #Uganda10YearsAgo series, that starts …
(2024-12-25). MALARIA: High burden districts to access free vaccine. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | As Uganda readies to add the malaria vaccine into its routine immunization schedule, with the first inoculations scheduled for April 2025, the Ministry of Health has clarified that not all children will be getting free jabs. Speaking during a media orientation meeting, Elizabeth Kaijuka a Public Health Expert attached to …
(2024-12-25). Morocco to launch 5G network ahead of AFCON 2025, 2030 FIFA World Cup. independent.co.ug 
RABAT, Morocco | Xinhua | Morocco will launch the 5G network in the run-up to the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON 2025) and the 2030 FIFA World Cup, a government minister said Monday. The 5G network is expected to cover 25 percent of the Moroccan population by 2026 and 70 percent by 2030, with …
(2024-12-25). Deception & Politics From Washington to Tel Aviv. indybay.org ùêî.ùêí.-ùêàùê¨ùê´ùêöùêûùê•ùê¢ ùê¨ùêÆùê©ùê´ùêûùê¶ùêöùêúùê¢ùê¨ùê≠ ùꢅ
(2024-12-25). Understanding RNA Services: A Comprehensive Guide. indybay.org What is an Oligo | An oligo, short for oligonucleotide, is a short strand of nucleic acids, typically composed of 20 to 100 nucleotides. Oligos can be designed to be either DNA or RNA and are crucial for different applications, such as gene amplification, sequencing, and RNA interference. The versatility and specificity of oligos make them essential tools in genomics, proteomics, and other life science research areas. | Oligo Synthesis: Crafting Precise Nucleic Acid Sequences | Oligo synthesis is the process of chemically synthesizing oligonucleotides for various applications. This method allows researchers to cr…
(2024-12-25). Hoy en la Mesa Redonda, Historia de vida: Lesbia Vent Dumois, una imprescindible de la cultura cubana. mesaredonda.cubadebate.cu De su admirable historia personal y de los ámbitos del Arte y la Cultura donde se ha desempeñado, conversa con ella la Mesa Redonda que se transmitirá este 25 de diciembre, a partir de las 7 pm por Cubavisión, Cubavisión Internacional, Canal Caribe, Radio Habana Cuba y los canales en redes de Cubadebate, la Mesa Redonda y el sitio de la Presidencia.
(2024-12-25). Anuncios peligrosos: El lado oscuro de la publicidad en línea. cubadebate.cu Las redes sociales y los portales web generalmente incluyen publicidad en línea. Esta herramienta ha sido explotada por ciberdelincuentes para propagar malware, a través de una técnica conocida como malvertising. Hoy en Código Seguro hablaremos de dicha técnica, que puede infectar a los usuarios incluso sin hacer clic en el anuncio.
(2024-12-25). Accidente aéreo en Kazajistán deja decenas de fallecidos. cubadebate.cu Decenas de personas murieron este miércoles después de que un avión con alrededor de 70 pasajeros a bordo se estrellara en Kazajistán. Las autoridades de Azerbaiyán, donde se originó el vuelo, aseguran que hay al menos 30 sobrevivientes.
(2024-12-25). Papa Francisco insta en mensaje navideño a silenciar el sonido de las armas (+ Video). cubadebate.cu El discurso Urbi et Orbi — "A la Ciudad y al Mundo" — del pontífice sirve como un resumen de las desgracias que enfrenta la humanidad. Como la Navidad coincidió con el inicio de la celebración del Año Santo 2025, que él dedicó a la esperanza, Francisco pidió una amplia reconciliación, "incluso con nuestros enemigos".
(2024-12-25). Sonda de la NASA visita atmósfera del Sol, en el mayor acercamiento a la estrella de nuestra historia. cubadebate.cu Una nave de la NASA está intentando hacer historia con el acercamiento más cercano jamás realizado al Sol. La sonda solar Parker se está adentrando en la atmósfera exterior de nuestra estrella, soportando temperaturas brutales y radiación extrema. La esperanza es que la sonda pueda ayudarnos a comprender mejor cómo funciona el Sol.
(2024-12-25). Tristán Bauer y la tarea constante de construir la belleza del cine. cubadebate.cu "Nací en 1959, estoy marcado desde la raíz… por (la) Revolución, (…) el triunfo de Fidel Castro, del Che y todos los jóvenes revolucionarios, es un símbolo…". Estas palabras dichas por el documentalista y cineasta argentino Tristán Bauer bien podrían definir su relación con Cuba, pero también su manera de concebir el séptimo arte: desde una mirada descolonizadora, de denuncia, revolucionaria.
(2024-12-25). I "re" tirano il tappeto dalla Siria, ancora una volta. Inizia una tragedia greca. strategic-culture.su
(2024-12-25). El modelo o3 de ChatGPT desafía los límites de la inteligencia artificial. cubadebate.cu La nueva versión de ChatGPT, conocida como modelo o3, ha logrado un hito sin precedentes al obtener una puntuación del 75,7% en el exigente test de razonamiento ARC Challenge. Este logro representa un avance significativo en las capacidades de la inteligencia artificial, acercándose al rendimiento humano promedio del 84% en estas pruebas de razonamiento visual.
(2024-12-25). La Unión Eléctrica pronostica una afectación de 1 280 MW para el horario pico nocturno. cubadebate.cu La Unión Eléctrica estima para la hora pico nocturna una disponibilidad de 1 870 MW y una demanda máxima de 3 080 MW, para un déficit de 1 210 MW, por lo que, de mantenerse las condiciones previstas, se pronostica una afectación de 1 280 MW en este horario.
(2024-12-25). Rusia lanzará este 2025 una vacuna personalizada contra el cáncer. cubadebate.cu La vacuna fue desarrollada por la Universidad de Ciencia y Tecnología Sirius y el Centro Nacional de Investigación en Epidemiología y Microbiología Gamaleya, junto con los mayores centros oncológicos rusos. Cada vacuna se creará individualmente y entrenará al sistema inmunitario del cuerpo humano para atacar a las células malignas.
(2024-12-25). Muere Desi Bouterse, expresidente de Surinam. cubadebate.cu El expresidente de Surinam Desi Bouterse murió a los 79 años, informó este miércoles el gobierno. En diciembre de 2023 Bouterse fue condenado en apelación a 20 años de cárcel por la ejecución en diciembre de 1982 de abogados, periodistas, empresarios y militares presos. Desde entonces estaba en la clandestinidad.
news.un.org (2024-12-24). Only 3 per cent of UN emergency food aid getting to desperate Gazans
Since October, when Israeli forces launched a ground offensive in northern Gaza, only three per cent of food and water deliveries organized by the UN World Food Programme (WFP) have been permitted to enter areas in northern Gaza.
(2024-12-24). Israelis Invade Syria: Who Will Stop Israel? counterpunch.org 
The United States, Turkey and Israel all responded to the fall of the Assad government in Damascus by launching bombing campaigns on Syria. Israel also attacked and destroyed most of the Syrian Navy in port at Latakia, and invaded Syria from the long-occupied Golan Heights, advancing to within 16 miles of the capital, Damascus. The
(2024-12-24). Genocide in Gaza: Western Moral Collapse in the Age of Hyper-Imperialism | Vijay Prashad. indybay.org "This is not just an Israeli genocide – this is an Israeli, European and US genocide!" | Vijay Prashad exposes the moral decline of the global north in the age of hyper-Imperialism and its continued war against "defiance" found in the global south.
(2024-12-24). Syria's fall and anti-imperialist lessons. mronline.org The fall of Syria was a serious strike against the Axis of Resistance, but all is not lost.
(2024-12-24). The Future of Syria w/ Ghadi Francis. thealtworld.com Join Mnar Adley and Ghadi Francis as they delve into the rapidly changing dynamics of the resistance movement in support of Palestine. | With the fall of Syria's President Assad and relentless Israeli bombings targeting Syrian military infrastructure, the region's resistance groups face unprecedented challenges. Syria, once a critical hub for these groups, now forces a major reshaping of strategies and operations. | What does this mean for the fight for a free Palestine? Tune in for an in-depth analysis of this pivotal moment in the Middle East.
(2024-12-24). Talks Underway to Reopen Iran, Syria Embassies. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The spokeswoman for the Iranian administration unveiled plans to reopen the embassies of Iran and Syria in Damascus and Tehran.
(2024-12-24). The Syrian People Have Freed Themselves, Who Will Wake the Amnesiacs? counterpunch.org Thousands and thousands of Syrians of all ages dancing and embracing, weeping and singing, waving the country's new flag and celebrating the end of tyranny, in the center of Syrian cities but also in Paris, Istanbul and Moscow, in Berlin or Stockholm, everywhere in the world where the almost 7 million Syrians driven from their
(2024-12-24). After the Fall of Assad: The Struggle for a Free Syria. counterpunch.org Syrians have overthrown Bashar al-Assad's brutal dictatorship, liberated cities, freed political prisoners, and opened space to struggle for an inclusive, democratic, egalitarian country. But imperial, regional, and internal forces are angling to contain the revolution. Join this Spectre Live! webinar led by Joseph Daher, Leila al-Shami, Yasser Munif, and Spectre's Shireen Akram-Boshar to learn about
(2024-12-24). American Airstrike Targets ISIS Weapons Shipment in Syria. themedialine.org 
(2024-12-24). US Military Supported Syrian Rebel Offensive That Toppled Assad Government. scheerpost.com 
(2024-12-24). Urgent lessons for Russia from the Syrian and Armenian nightmares. strategic-culture.su
(2024-12-24). Over 20K UoPeople alumnus desirous of rebuilding Syria. ummid.com Thousands of Syrian refugees are planning to return to their homes to help rebuild Syria with the knowledge gained from their studies at University of the People (UoPeople) – a tuition-free American online university, following the fall of brutal Assad regime.
(2024-12-24). Kurds Under Threat in Syria as Turkey Launches Attacks and Kills Journalists After Assad Regime Falls. democracynow.org 
As foreign powers look to shape Syria's political landscape after the toppling of the Assad regime, the country's Kurdish population is in the spotlight. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoƒüan continues to threaten the Syrian Kurdish YPG militia, which Turkey regards as an extension of the Kurdistan Workers' Party militants who have fought an insurgency against the Turkish state for 40 years. Turkey's foreign minister recently traveled to Damascus to meet with Syria's new de facto ruler Ahmed al-Sharaa, the head of the Islamist group HTS. "Turkey is a major threat to…
(2024-12-24). Solidarity Activists Are Raising Alarm Over Impending Turkish Attacks on Rojava. truthout.org When Seattle-based journalist and activist Arthur Pye visited North and East Syria in 2023, he was stunned by what he observed at an organizing meeting in Serdem, a refugee camp of internally displaced people. Many of the refugees had been participants in the Rojava Revolution — a Kurdish-led, multiethnic, feminist, directly democratic movement involving more than 4 million people — in the… |
(2024-12-24). Israeli Forces Shoot Four Palestinians Near Jerusalem. imemc.org 
Israeli forces shot four Palestinians, on Monday, including three in the Qalandia refugee camp and one near the town of Hizma, north and northeast of occupied Jerusalem in the West Bank. Media sources said that the army stormed, at dawn Monday, the Qalandia refugee camp, north of occupied Jerusalem, invading and searching several citizens' homes, …
(2024-12-24). Christmas Thoughts on How Spirituality Can Help to Create a Safe and Just World. globalresearch.ca Christianity is by far the religion with the largest following in the world and Christmas is their most sacred day. In addition a very large number of people of other faiths join happily in the celebration of Christmas. Hence this …
(2024-12-24). Is UN torture expert overlooking Israeli abuses? electronicintifada.net Palestinian human rights groups say they've been ignored by Alice Jill Edwards.
(2024-12-24). 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…
(2024-12-24). Three Declarations of Genocide and the U.S. Responses. counterpunch.org 
Amnesty International (AI) issued its 296-page report ('You Feel Like You Are Subhuman: Israel's Genocide Against Palestinians in Gaza") on December 4th. Israel immediately called it "a fabricated report that is entirely false and based on lies." The US. State Department echoed the Israeli government in disagreeing with the report. Spokesperson Vedant Patel declared: "We have said previously and continue to find that the allegations of genocide are unfounded." He gave no reasons for that opinion.
(2024-12-24). Blame billionaires, not migrants — Keep New York a sanctuary city. workers.org 
Solidarity with migrants demonstration, New York City, Dec. 18, 2024. By Hugo East New York City — Supporters of immigrant rights formed a picket line in front of New York City Hall Dec. 18, International Migrants Day, to oppose Mayor Eric Adams's plan to help President-elect Donald Trump deport migrants . . . |
(2024-12-24). Netanyahu skips holocaust event in Poland fearing arrest. ummid.com Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has decided to avoid travelling to Poland fearing arrest, according to a Polish report Friday December 20, 2024.
(2024-12-24). Israeli Soldiers Shoot 3 Palestinians, Including a Woman and a Child, in the West Bank. imemc.org 
On Monday, Israeli forces shot three Palestinians, including a child and a woman, in several regions of the occupied West Bank. Media sources said that occupation forces shot a child, on Monday afternoon, in the town of Beita, south of Nablus in the northern West Bank, sparking protests. Mahmoud Barham, the Mayor of Beita, said …
(2024-12-24). Plenty of room at the inn during genocide. electronicintifada.net The irony of celebrating the birth of Jesus in the middle of Israel's war of extermination in the land of his birth is not registering among Christmas shoppers.
(2024-12-24). Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy sentenced to three years in prison. wsws.org The sentencing of the former head of state on charges of corrupting the judiciary exposes the degeneracy of the French Fifth Republic and the bankruptcy of the capitalist regime.
(2024-12-24). Peru's crisis-ridden president launches police-state buildup. wsws.org The rearming of the Peruvian state is part of a global shift towards dictatorial measures amid the drive to war and attacks on democratic rights.
(2024-12-24). Report to New York City-area rally exposes role of Danish shipping giant Maersk in Gaza genocide. wsws.org The rally offered valuable information on the role played by the Danish shipping conglomerate Maersk in the genocide in Gaza, but proposed no policies to mobilize dockworkers against capitalism and war.
(2024-12-24). The perks for genocide in Gaza. thealtworld.com In "enemy territory" — Israel's euphemism for Gaza — it is beyond satire to see the Israeli military destroying Gaza's infrastructure in order to kill Palestinians, while building infrastructure for its soldiers. Ynet news has The report
(2024-12-24). Droughts, floods, wildfires: 2024 natural disasters in pictures. aljazeera.com An array of climate emergencies has killed, injured and displaced thousands across the globe this year.
(2024-12-24). Water Over Gold: 15 Reasons Why El Salvador Should Again Reject Gold Mining. ips-dc.org 
Bukele's reversal today of the mining ban aggravates environmental risks already posed by his extractive economic agenda, will increase El Salvador's risk of environmental contamination, human rights violations, and public health concerns, and will have an adverse economic impact.
(2024-12-24). Archiving as resistance to genocide denial in Gaza. nationofchange.org To this day, they have logged more than 500 instances, so we discussed their motives for doing this work, the challenges they face and lessons learned along the way.
(2024-12-24). 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.
(2024-12-24). Yemeni missile strikes chaos, mayhem into central Tel Aviv; triggers stampede that injures 20. presstv.ir Yemeni missile fired towards Tel Aviv stirs up a bedlem in the city and results in a dangerous stampede.
(2024-12-24). Syrian minority cities rocked by incessant HTS attacks, looting amid media blackout: Report. presstv.ir HTS militants are launching an attack every 10 minutes on minority-populated cities, a new report says.
(2024-12-24). UN warns of 'dramatic consequences' as Kurds-Turkey tension mounts in northeast Syria. presstv.ir The UN envoy for Syria has warned of "dramatic consequences" of the hostilities between Kurdish-led militants and Turkish-backed groups in the country's northeast.
(2024-12-24). Iraq's PMU masses resistance forces on border with Syria amid mounting concerns. presstv.ir Iraqi anti-terror Popular Mobilization Units have deployed forces and military hardware to the country's long border with Syria following Assad's fall.
(2024-12-24). Iran says 'ready' to reopen embassy in Syria, holds talks with Damascus. presstv.ir The Iranian government spokeswoman says Tehran is prepared to reopen its embassy in Damascus.
(2024-12-24). Gaza Health Ministry calls for urgent intl. help to protect hospitals amid Israeli genocide. presstv.ir The Gaza Ministry of Health calls on the international community to protect its hospitals amid Israeli force's upsurge in attacks on medical facilities.
(2024-12-24). Netanyahu to avoid Poland memorial fearing ICC arrest. newarab.com 
Poland will enforce the The court issued arrest warrants for Netanyahu and former defence minister Yoav Gallant in November on charges of war crimes and…
(2024-12-24). Journalists in Gaza have shown the truth & paid with their lives. newarab.com 
In the past fourteen months, Israel has killed a reported 196 journalists as part of its genocide in Gaza. On 16 December, the CPJ reported that at least four journalists have been killed by Israel in the past week alone: Ahmed Al-Louh, Mohammed Balousha, Mohammed Al-Qrinawi and Iman Al-Shanti. They all appe…
(2024-12-24). Amid genocide, Palestinian Christians find hope this Christmas. newarab.com 
(2024-12-24). Insights | EU official commends China's leading role in global climate governance. ecns.cn Lauren Bardon, the first counselor for climate action and environment at the EU Delegation to China, shared his observations and insights on global climate action during an exclusive interview with China News Network following his trip to COP29 in Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan.
(2024-12-24). Patrick Martin of WSWS interviewed on US political crisis for "Law and Disorder" podcast. wsws.org The half-hour interview was broadcast Monday on WBAI-FM in New York City, and is being broadcast this week on a total of 150 radio stations nationwide.
(2024-12-24). Group members call for support for peaceful resolution of Ukraine crisis. ecns.cn China hopes to work with other members of the "Friends for Peace" group toward the peaceful resolution of the Ukraine crisis, Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning said on Monday, days after the group members convened in New York.
(2024-12-24). Israel provides full support for theft of aid to starve Gazans: Report. presstv.ir Israel has provided full support for the theft of humanitarian aid and kills security personnel to starve the besieged people of the Gaza Strip, says a new report.
(2024-12-24). Israel's Netanyahu tells Knesset 'some progress' made on Gaza deal. aljazeera.com Netanyahu, who has been repeatedly accused of sabotaging ceasefire talks, did not provide a timeline for a deal.
(2024-12-24). Netanyahu's far-right coalition to summon attorney general for 'hearing' as part of dismissal push. haaretz.com First reported by Haaretz, the move aims to pressure Baharav-Miara into cooperating with the government, but the unrecognized procedure is likely to delay rather than expedite her dismissal…
(2024-12-24). Key witness in Netanyahu corruption cases files complaint against PM's wife. haaretz.com Hadas Klein reached out to the attorney general and filed a complaint against Sara Netanyahu, alleging the PM's wife obstructed justice and harrassed her…
(2024-12-24). Israel hits Gaza hospitals, Netanyahu captive deal 'progress'. newarab.com 
Israeli forces targeted the third floor of al-Awda Hospital in the Jabalia refugee camp in northern Gaza, Al Jazeera Arabic reported on Monday. | In nearby Beit Lahia, the Israeli army reportedly detonated remote-controlled explosives at the Kamal Adwan Hospital, leaving at least 20 patients and medical staff wounded. | In a statement, Gaza's Health Ministry said that Israeli soldiers are forcing patients, including the wounded and ill, to evacuate the Indonesian Hospital in Beit Lahia. | This comes as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told lawmakers on Monday that "some progress" had been made in nego…
(2024-12-24). Headlines for December 24, 2024. democracynow.org Israel Attacks Two Hospitals in Northern Gaza, Israel Detains 100 in West Bank; Palestinian Authority Clashes with Palestinian Fighters in Jenin, Israel Confirms It Assassinated Haniyeh as It Threatens to Kill Houthi Leaders Next, Greenland Is Not for Sale: PM Responds to Donald Trump's Remark, El Salvador: Lawmakers Vote to Overturn Ban on Mineral Mining, Mass Protest in Cuba Denounces U.S. Sanctions, House Ethics Report Finds Matt Gaetz Spent Tens of Thousands of Dollars on Sex and Drugs, Family of Rep. Kay Granger Reveals She Has Dementia; Texas Republican Has Missed Every Vote Since July, Amazon Accused…
(2024-12-24). Israel 'wiping Gazans out of existence'. mronline.org Aid group accuses Tel Aviv of deliberate ethnic cleansing in latest damning report.
(2024-12-24). Pope Francis calls Israel's bombing of Gaza children a "great cruelty" peoplesdispatch.org
(2024-12-24). Catching Pegasus: Mercenary Spyware and the Liability of the NSO Group. counterpunch.org 
The NSO Group, Israel's darling of malware infection and surveillance for the global security market, was the brainchild of three engineers drawn from that busiest of cyber outfits in the Israeli Defense Forces known as Unit 8200. Niv Carmi, Shalev Hulio and Omri Lavie, have certainly made an impression since they founded their technology company in 2010. The
(2024-12-24). Palestinian Authority: Protecting the "Homeland," or a New Zionist Bantustan. counterpunch.org 
Since the 1993 Oslo Accord, Israel has invaded Jenin Camp numerous times. The City of Jenin and the nearby camp are in what is considered as Area A of the Accord. Area A, which comprises approximately 18% of the West Bank, or 18% of the 22% of historical Palestine, is supposed to be under the
(2024-12-24). Iran-Backed Houthis Launch Third Missile at Israel in a Week, IDF Intercepts. themedialine.org 
(2024-12-24). Israel Publicly Acknowledges Assassination of Hamas Leader in Tehran. themedialine.org 
(2024-12-24). Israel to Annex the West Bank—Why Now? And What Are the Likely Scenarios? scheerpost.com 
(2024-12-24). Houthi Attacks Spur Israeli Diplomatic Effort for Terror Designation. themedialine.org 
(2024-12-24). Palestinian teen killed as Israeli forces raid Tulkarm camp in West Bank. presstv.ir Israeli military forces have shot dead a Palestinian teenager during a raid on the Tulkarm refugee camp in the West Bank.
(2024-12-24). 'Israel booby-trapped walkie-talkies, pagers years before Lebanon blasts'. presstv.ir Two recently-retired, senior agents of Mossad says the work on the September explosions of pagers and walkie-talkies belonging to Hezbollah had started years ago.
(2024-12-24). Yemeni missiles alter US, Israel's calculations: Iranian FM. presstv.ir The precision of Yemeni missiles has significantly disrupted the strategic calculations of the Israeli-US alliance, according to Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi.
(2024-12-24). Yemeni forces strike Israeli military site with hypersonic missile. presstv.ir Yemen's armed forces say they have successfully carried out an operation against an Israeli military target in the occupied area of Yaffa, using a Palestine-2 hypersonic ballistic missile.
(2024-12-24). Gaza appeals for help as Israeli army attacks key hospitals. aljazeera.com The Israeli military is targeting Gaza's Kamal Adwan Hospital, Indonesian Hospital and al-Awda Hospital.
(2024-12-24). Israel acknowledges it assassinated Hamas chief Haniyeh for first time. aljazeera.com Defence Minister Israel Katz warns Houthi rebels that Israel will 'behead' its leaders as it did to Hamas.
(2024-12-24). Israeli forces raid occupied West Bank as clashes continue in Jenin. aljazeera.com One killed, 18 others detained amid ongoing violent Israeli incursions into the occupied Palestinian territories.
(2024-12-24). 'I blame the Israeli government for not providing Elad help in time'. haaretz.com Since Oct. 7 of last year, Elad Katzir's sister Carmit has experienced a wave of emotions. Her father was killed in the massacre, her mother was abducted and later released. Her brother was missing only to reveal he was abducted alive, in April his body was returned to Israel…
(2024-12-24). Families of IDF spotters receive partial October 7 recordings of their loved ones. haaretz.com The Israeli army provided recordings to the families of female spotters killed and kidnapped ‚ñ A lawyer representing them said the army is acting in a 'dismissive' manner…
(2024-12-24). Second police officer killed in Jenin refugee camp as Palestinian Authority cracks down on militants. haaretz.com Clashes in the camp continue and members of the Jenin Battalion posted a video in which they threatened to carry out suicide bombings. Nonetheless, senior sources in the Palestinian security forces insisted that the operation would continue until the militants were removed from the camp…
(2024-12-24). Warned of 'construction disaster' in Bnei Brak, Ben-Gvir chose to go after Israeli Arabs. haaretz.com The unit responsible for enforcing Israeli building codes issued demolition orders for illegally built synagogues in Bnei Brak that, constitute a 'present danger.' However, Ben-Gvir demanded that orders not be enforced and that the unit focus on enforcement in Arab society…
(2024-12-24). Hanna Katzir, kidnapped by Hamas on Oct. 7 and released in November deal, passes away. haaretz.com 'Her heart could not withstand the terrible suffering since October 7,' Katzir's daughter said of her. Katzir's partner Rami was murdered on Oct. 7 and her son Elad was also taken hostage. Elad's body was returned to Israel in April…
(2024-12-24). The Israeli woman who made Cavalli a fashion star. haaretz.com Tamara Yovel Jones, who died last week at the age of 79, changed the face of Israeli fashion; her collaborations with Roberto Cavalli over many years impacted generations of fashion designers…
(2024-12-24). Citing judicial overhaul, Tel Aviv University senior faculty declare labor dispute. haaretz.com The union argued that the proposed bills will weaken the powers of those 'responsible for protecting the rule of law.' The 1,300-member union also warned against bills enabling sanctioning and dismissal of faculty, claiming they infringe on academic freedom…
(2024-12-24). IDF arrests 18 wanted Palestinians, confiscates weapons in West Bank operation. haaretz.com ISRAEL: IDF officer and two soldiers killed in combat in northern Gaza, IDF announces ‚ñ GAZA: Israeli strikes reportedly kill at least 20 people overnight into Monday ‚ñ WEST BANK: Reports of teenager killed in clashes between Palestinian Authority security forces and militants…
(2024-12-24). Israeli officer and two soldiers killed in northern Gaza Strip. haaretz.com 36 soldiers have been killed since the beginning of the latest Israeli ground operation in the northern Gaza Strip on October 5…
(2024-12-24). Israel's Gantz calls for Iran attacks, confirms Haniyeh killing. newarab.com According to Israeli media, Gantz called for Israel to "target Iran directly" to stop attacks f…
(2024-12-24). Katz claims responsibility for first time for Haniyeh killing. newarab.com Israeli Defense Minister "These days, when the Houthi terro…
(2024-12-24). Lebanon PM, UN peacekeepers urge accelerated Israeli withdrawal. newarab.com 
"UNIFIL strongly urges accelerated progress in the IDF's (Israeli military) withdrawal from and the LAF's (Lebane…
(2024-12-24). Stray animals seen eating Palestinian corpses in northern Gaza. newarab.com Even in his nightmares, Emad Abu Ras, a "I was frozen in my place and did not realise what should I do […] If I tried to pull the bodies away from the stray animals, the Israeli drones [quadcopter] would attack me and kill me," the 42-year-old father of four remarked to The New…
(2024-12-24). Deadlock on Palestinian State Key Obstacle in Saudi-U.S. Defence Deal. ummid.com The future of a formal US-Saudi security agreement remains uncertain, though the Biden administration appears to be now pursuing a pact that would not involve a broader deal with Israel making concessions towards a Palestinian state.
(2024-12-24). Israeli Forces Are Besieging 3 Hospitals in North Gaza. truthout.org Israeli forces have encircled and attacked three barely functioning hospitals in northern Gaza with growing intensity over the past week, endangering the lives of patients receiving treatment inside the facilities — including premature babies — and medical workers. Dr. Husam Abu Safiya, the director of Kamal Adwan Hospital, said in a video statement over the weekend that the Israeli military… |
(2024-12-24). Denuncian asesinato de 723 agentes que protegían ayuda humanitaria en Gaza. cubadebate.cu El gobierno de Gaza ha denunciado este martes que las fuerzas israelíes han asesinado al menos a 723 policías y agentes de seguridad que protegían los envíos de asistencia humanitaria en la Franja de Gaza desde octubre de 2023. Según la Oficina de Prensa del Gobierno de Gaza, Israel ha brindado apoyo directo a grupos armados que han saqueado estos envíos de ayuda.
(2024-12-24). Chris Hedges: How Fascism Came. mintpressnews.com
(2024-12-24). Communists do not give up! Better death than dishonor! workers.org 
Alexander and Mikhail Kononovich. Letter to Workers World from Mikhail Kononovich and Alexander Kononovich. Translation by Steve Gillis. Dear comrades, We would like to first draw your attention, comrades, to the fact that we, communists and anti-fascists, brothers Mikhail Kononovich and Alexander Kononovich, were arrested for our many years of . . . |
(2024-12-24). A general strike in fascist Portugal 1944: how can it succeed? workers.org 
Review: "Until Tomorrow Comrades," by Manuel Tiago (àÅlvaro Cunhal), translated by Eric A. Gordon and published April 7, 2023, by International Publishers, Co., Inc. I remember June 13, 2005. On that day I heard the news on the radio after returning from the park: àÅlvaro Cunhal, secretary general of the . . . |
(2024-12-24). A Global Minimum Wage Would Reduce Poverty and Corporate Power. fpif.org In today's world of widespread poverty and unprecedented wealth, how about raising the wages of the most poorly-paid workers? | This October, the In early 2024, the charit…
(2024-12-24). Hamas calls for 'popular uprising' against PA's siege on Jenin camp. presstv.ir A Hamas official calls for "the largest popular uprising" aimed at lifting the siege by the Palestinian Authority on the Jenin refugee camp.
(2024-12-24). Al Jazeera condemns Fatah campaign against it in West Bank. aljazeera.com Fatah has banned Al Jazeera from reporting from the Jenin governorate.
(2024-12-24). Fatah bans Al Jazeera from northern West Bank for 'incitement'. newarab.com The decision was issued on Monday and extends to the governorates of Jenin, Tubas, Nablus, Tulkarem, Qalqiliya and Salfit [mda…
(2024-12-24). Mossad reveals details of Lebanon pager attacks in US interview. newarab.com 
Two recently retired senior The agents spoke with the US' CBS "60 Minutes" in a segment aired on Sunday night. They wore masks and spoke with altered voices to conceal their identit…
(2024-12-24). Panama Protesters Burn US Flag over Trump's Remarks on Canal Control. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Protesters in Panama burned an American flag in response to US President-elect Donald Trump's comments about potentially reclaiming control of the Panama Canal, citing dissatisfaction with current usage terms.
(2024-12-24). Iran Urges Implementation of Security Deal with Pakistan. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The interior minister of Iran called for serious efforts to implement a security agreement with Pakistan.
(2024-12-24). Iran Pioneers AI in Oil Industry with First WRFM Center Launch. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The Iranian oil sector is embracing AI technology with the launch of its first WRFM center, which aims to optimize real-time management of wells, reservoirs, and surface facilities using advanced analytics, according to senior government officials.
(2024-12-24). Iran's Power Rooted in People: FM. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Describing popular support as the source of Iran's power, Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi called for efforts to strengthen national unity.
(2024-12-24). Chinese scientists develop method to increase crop yields. tvbrics.com 
Experiments conducted under different conditions — both in greenhouses and open fields…
(2024-12-24). Blast at explosives factory in Türkiye kills 12. aljazeera.com Officials say four people were injured in the explosion at a munitions factory in Balikesir province.
(2024-12-24). US-Japan steel deal goes to Biden for final decision after panel deadlocks. aljazeera.com Committee on Foreign Investment in the US fails to agree on national security risks of proposed takeover of US Steel.
(2024-12-24). Baking hope in Gaza: Making Christmas cookies in a displacement tent. aljazeera.com
(2024-12-24). Acclaimed Indian filmmaker Shyam Benegal dies aged 90. aljazeera.com Benegal, a pioneer of new wave cinema in India, was celebrated for his films addressing social issues.
(2024-12-24). Former US President Bill Clinton hospitalised with fever. aljazeera.com Clinton, 78, admitted to hospital for testing and observation, deputy chief of staff says.
(2024-12-24). Germany Magdeburg Christmas market attacker: What we know so far. aljazeera.com The suspect, originally from Saudi Arabia, shared Islamophobic messages online and criticised German refugee policies.
(2024-12-24). Hong Kong police announce bounties on overseas pro-democracy activists. aljazeera.com Police in Chinese territory offer $130,000 rewards for information leading to the arrest of six campaigners.
(2024-12-24). Russia says two missing after cargo ship sinks in Mediterranean. aljazeera.com Ursa Major sank after explosion in the engine room, 14 of 16 crew members rescued, Russian Foreign Ministry says.
(2024-12-24). Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,034. aljazeera.com Here are the key developments on the 1,034th day of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
(2024-12-24). South Korea opposition considering move to impeach acting president. aljazeera.com Following impeachment of Yoon Suk-yeol, Democratic Party to decide whether to submit a bill to impeach Han Duck-soo.
(2024-12-24). Tonga elects new prime minister after predecessor's sudden resignation. aljazeera.com 'Aisake Valu Eke, former finance minister, is set to lead the Pacific nation until elections in November 2025.
(2024-12-24). Enough with buck-passing, child abuse in the church is systemic. aljazeera.com Resignations by incompetent leaders are welcome, but what we really need is true institutional responsibility.
(2024-12-24). Hawaii's Kilauea volcano erupts. aljazeera.com Hawaii's Mount Kilauea, one of the most active volcanoes on Earth launched jets of a molten lava eruption.
(2024-12-24). Video: Mangione pleads not guilty to CEO murder. aljazeera.com Luigi Mangione, the man accused of killing the CEO of UnitedHealthcare has pleaded not guilty in a Manhattan courtroom.
(2024-12-24). A stolen generation: South Korean adoptees. aljazeera.com Today on The Stream: We explore the consequences for the Korean adoptee diaspora following the 1953 Korean War.
(2024-12-24). Australia's Konstas, 19, to make debut in fourth Test against India. aljazeera.com Sam Konstas's inclusion against India makes him the fourth-youngest Test debutant in Australian history.
(2024-12-24). Kohli, Jaiswal sparkle, T20 World Cup, Mandhana and Sana arise: 2024 review. aljazeera.com From Shamar Joseph's searing spell of pace bowling to New Zealand's Women's T20 World Cup win, here are our picks.
(2024-12-24). Will Moldova Soon Attack Transnistria Like Russia's Foreign Intelligence Service Warned? thealtworld.com The purpose behind publishing their report is to inform the Western public of Sandu's alleged plans, signal that Russia isn't interested in sparking a conflict there (no matter how she might spin its response to her potential provocations in Transnistria), and indirectly encourage her patrons to stop her | Russia's Foreign Intelligence Service (SVR)
(2024-12-24). Have a blessed Christmas. expose-news.com We will be closing today for a short break and be reopening on 28 December. Thank you for your support this past year. From all of us at The Exposé, we wish …
(2024-12-24). NASA Parker Solar Probe closest ever Sun flyby on Christmas Eve. ummid.com NASA's Parker Solar Probe is set to make its record-breaking closest ever Sun flyby on Christmas Eve.
(2024-12-24). New Coast Guard Heavy Icebreaker Construction Finally Underway. twz.com 
The construction of the first
(2024-12-24). China-U.S. relations in 2024. america.cgtn.com 
2024 was a complex year between the world's two largest economies. | CGTN's Nathan King looks back on China-U.S. relations over the past year.
(2024-12-24). As BRICS Welcomes Nigeria as Partner. infobrics.org The 16th Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa (BRICS) summit took place in the city of Kazan, Russia with an enlarged compliment of countries attending as new members and observers…
(2024-12-24). TIR road trade route linking Xinjiang's Kashgar, Dubai opened. ecns.cn A truck bearing a TIR plate departed from Kashgar in northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region for Dubai, the United Arab Emirates on Monday, marking the opening of the first TIR road trade route between the two cities.
(2024-12-24). Lucky Air opens direct flight from Kunming to Vientiane. ecns.cn Lucky Air, a subsidiary of Hainan Airlines, launched a new international route from Kunming, the capital city of southwest China's Yunnan Province to Vientiane, the capital of Laos on Tuesday.
(2024-12-24). North China's wetland Baiyangdian sees increase in wild bird species. ecns.cn Baiyangdian, the largest freshwater wetland in northern China, has seen a significant increase in wild bird species, the local natural resources bureau announced on Monday.
(2024-12-24). Finance minister: China will implement a more proactive fiscal policy next year. ecns.cn China will implement a more proactive fiscal policy next year, with sustained and intensified efforts to deliver a well-coordinated package of measures aimed at ensuring economic stability and driving growth.
(2024-12-24). China to raise deficit-to-GDP ratio. ecns.cn China's Ministry of Finance (MOF) held a two-day national financial work conference from Monday to Tuesday, unveiling plans to implement a more proactive fiscal policy in 2025.
(2024-12-24). China to tighten antitrust oversight in sensitive sectors, foreign monopolistic practices. ecns.cn China is set to ramp up antitrust enforcement in strategically sensitive sectors such as semiconductors, new energy, and platform economy next year, so as to safeguard economic security, said the country's top market regulator.
(2024-12-24). Hong Kong SAR government cancels passport of seven absconders who are anti-China disruptors. ecns.cn The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region government issued a notice on Tuesday, listing seven anti-China disruptors as absconders, including Ted Hui Chi-fung and Dennis Kwok Wing-hang.
(2024-12-24). Japanese Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya to visit China. ecns.cn Japanese Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya is invited to visit China on December 25, the Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning announced on Tuesday.
(2024-12-24). Terraced fields covered in snow resembles 'fingerprints of Earth'. ecns.cn Terraced fieldson the plateau are covered in snow, looking like "fingerprints of the Earth" in Dingxi, northwest China's Gansu Province.
(2024-12-24). China's 5G mobile subscribers exceed 1 billion(1/1). ecns.cn The number of 5G mobile subscribers in China exceeded one billion by the end of November, according to China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) on Monday.
(2024-12-24). More than 2,000 stone artifacts found at Longgupo Site in SW China. ecns.cn A Chinese research team has collected a total of 118 species of mammal fossils and more than 2,000 stone artifacts from the Longgupo Site in Wushan county, Southwest China's Chongqing Municipality.
(2024-12-24). China's GBA economic scale tops global bay economies by end of 2023: report. ecns.cn A blue book on the development of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA) released on Monday indicates that the region's economic scale ranked top among global peers at the end of 2023.
(2024-12-24). China issues guideline to speed up the building of unified, open transportation market. ecns.cn The Chinese government released a guideline on Monday aimed at accelerating the construction of a unified and open transportation market, calling to develop general aviation and the low-altitude economy and ensure that all types of businesses in this sector are treated equally under the law.
(2024-12-24). Panda bonds roar back to life in China. ecns.cn The panda bond market posted record-high issuances by value this year and is poised to attract new issuers, including those from the Middle East and Latin America, in 2025…
(2024-12-24). China subraya importancia de ampliación del grupo Brics. radiohc.cu La Habana, 24 dic (RHC) China destacó hoy la importancia de la expansión del grupo Brics con Indonesia, Malasia, Tailandia, Bielorrusia, Bolivia, Cuba, Kazajstán, Uzbekistán y Uganda.
(2024-12-24). Is Russia's Mutual Defense Pact With North Korea Truly Mutual? counterpunch.org 
Against the backdrop of nearly 11 years of total war in Ukraine, Russia and North Korea are increasing military cooperation into a full military defense pact. Both Pyongyang and Moscow have signed a mutual defense obligation if either country is attacked. Currently, several thousand North Korean troops have been deployed to fight Ukrainian forces in
(2024-12-24). On the Consciousness of Cephalopods. counterpunch.org 
We named him Squirt — not because he was the smallest of the 16 cuttlefish in the pool, but because anyone with the audacity to scoop him into a separate tank to study him was likely to get soaked. Squirt had notoriously accurate aim. As a comparative psychologist, I'm used to assaults from my experimental
(2024-12-24). Australian Labor government quietly acknowledges likely COVID holiday surge, but no public health measures. wsws.org Entering the sixth year of the pandemic, Australian governments continue to maintain a "let it rip" policy, amid rising infection numbers.
(2024-12-24). "Conscience into Action": Biden Commutes 37 Federal Death Row Sentences Ahead of Trump's Second Term. democracynow.org 
President Biden has spared the lives of 37 of 40 federal death row prisoners by commuting their sentences to life in prison. This comes just weeks before President-elect Donald Trump is set to return to the White House with a promise to restart and expand federal executions. "Death is in no way decreasing violence or is in no way giving anybody closure," says Herman Lindsey, who spent three years on death row before being exonerated in 2009 and condemns politicians like Trump who use executions as a "political tool." "Most politicians use that to put the fear into people and use it a…
(2024-12-24). Gaetz-Gate: House Ethics Report on Former Florida Rep. Details Statutory Rape, Drug Use, Corruption. democracynow.org 
The U.S. House Ethics Committee has released its damning report on former Republican Representative Matt Gaetz, whom Trump had picked to be his attorney general before the Florida politician was forced to withdraw from consideration. The bipartisan committee's report found Gaetz "regularly paid women for engaging in sexual activity with him" and possessed illegal drugs, including cocaine and ecstasy, on "multiple different occasions." The report also found Gaetz had violated Florida's statutory rape law by paying a 17-year-old high school student for sex in 2017. The Ethics Com…
(2024-12-24). Transcript of NewsX 'debate' with Team Zelensky. gilbertdoctorow.com Transcript submitted by a reader NewsX Anchor, Joshua Barnes: 1: 57Russian President Vladimir Putin has vowed a swift retaliation following a Ukrainian drone strike in Kazan, Tatarstan, that damaged, attacked residential buildings and an industrial facility. Though officials reported no casualties, Putin warned that attempts to destroy Russia would be met with multiple times more destruction. …
(2024-12-24). Building collapse tied to unsafe practices by builders. ecns.cn The collapse of a factory building in Anhui province in June that killed five has been traced primarily to the failure of the construction team to follow safety regulations, which created hazards on the factory's second floor.
(2024-12-24). Comicomment: Why is Christmas Eve marked by Violence? The United States should ask itself. ecns.cn Recurring tragedies have made gun violence one of America's most pressing social issues.
(2024-12-24). English snooker world No 1 Judd Trump becomes HK resident. ecns.cn World snooker number one Judd Trump has become a Hong Kong resident through the Quality Migrant Admission Scheme, according to the Immigration Department of the Government of Hong Kong Special Administrative Region on Tuesday.
(2024-12-24). Pandas pair enjoy special treats in Hong Kong. ecns.cn Giant Panda KeKe is presented with an ice snowman at Ocean Park in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, Dec. 23, 2024.
(2024-12-24). 37th Sun Island Int'l Snow Sculpture Expo begins trial operation in Harbin. ecns.cn The 37th Sun Island International Snow Sculpture Expo began its trial operation on Monday.The expo covers an area of 1.5 million square meters, and displays more than 260 snow sculptures.
(2024-12-24). How can people cope with PFOS challenges. ecns.cn Red imported fire ants have strong reproductive capacity and will multiply and spread rapidly after invasion.
(2024-12-24). Hawaii's Kilauea volcano erupts. ecns.cn One of the most active volcanoes in the world erupted again early Monday, with lava fountains stretching more than 200 feet and a plume of toxic gas soaring above Hawaii.
(2024-12-24). Philippines' introduction of U.S. Typhon mid-range missile system a provocative and dangerous move. ecns.cn Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning stated at a regular press conference on Monday that the Chinese side has repeatedly elaborated its solemn stance of firm opposition on the U.S.' deployment of mid-range missiles in the Philippines.
(2024-12-24). Trump To "Squeeze" Aid Going Into Gaza, Twitter Caught Covering For Magdeburg Attacker & IDF Killers. thelastamericanvagabond.com Welcome to The Daily Wrap Up, a concise show dedicated to bringing you the most relevant independent news, as we see it, from the last 24 hours (12/23/24). As always, take the information discussed in the video below and research it for yourself, and come to your own conclusions. Anyone telling you what the truth
(2024-12-24). The "Neo-Monroe" Plan: Trump Threatens to Annex Canada. globalresearch.ca First Mexico, then Canada. It really looks like Trump is quite seriously bent on increasing tensions with neighbors — just consider this: amid a tariff dispute, US president-elect Donald Trump has been insistently pushing the point that Canada could, or …
(2024-12-24). Proposed Peace Amendment to the United States Constitution. Emanuel Pastreich. globalresearch.ca It is one of the great ironies of history that at the very moment the United States plunges deeper and deeper into war hysteria, that our politicians and government officials are possessed by the demons of complete annihilation and endless …
(2024-12-24). With Nuland in NED, get ready for more color revolution bonanza. infobrics.org Victoria Nuland is certainly an unadulterated war criminal, but also an extremely effective one. Organizations such as the NED should be treated as terrorist groups that serve as the vanguard of US aggression against the world. Everyone getting money from them is essentially a danger to the integrity of any country on the planet and should be treated as a dangerous foreign agent, which also explains why the US is against laws defining them as such.
(2024-12-24). BRICS: Transactions in National Currencies, Cross Border Payment Systems and a New Reserve Currency. infobrics.org The goal of a society of equal opportunities has many sides to it. This paper will address international economic dimensions, and more specifically the issue of how BRICS and other developing countries can deal with the glaring inequities and deficiencies of the current monetary and financial system, writes Paulo Nogueira Batista Jr.
(2024-12-24). West is 'completely delusional' over Ukraine and will pay dearly for this mistake, warns Orbán. infobrics.org Orbán works to keep Russian gas flowing to Europe.
(2024-12-24). Exploring BRICS and Global Governance. infobrics.org BRICS represents 45 percent of the world population and 37 percent of the global GDP, while the West represents 10 percent of the world population and 28 percent of the global GDP…
(2024-12-24). Violence at recruitment centers in Ukraine escalating. infobrics.org Recently, soldiers murdered the father of a conscript at a recruitment center in Odessa.
(2024-12-24). U.S. corporate land grab in Ukraine underlies war with Russia. mronline.org Heralded as a hero in Western media, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has allowed foreign private interests to steal his country's best land.
(2024-12-24). An Idiot's Guide to Propaganda: How to cook the data (Part 3). expose-news.com Last year, Aaron Hertzberg compiled an idiot's guide on how to convince the masses that there is a deadly pandemic, when there isn't one, and pretend there are no injuries caused by …
(2024-12-24). El Salvador remains committed to bitcoin. plenglish.com In recent days, after reaching 108,000 dollars per unit, the digital asset lost value and was quoted below 100,000 dollars. | However, on Sunday, the Government of El Salvador announced the purchase of 12 units of the asset to continue its policy of acquiring at least one daily. | The drop registered over the past few days is the first since President-elect Donald Trump won the elections in the United States. On December 11, the "token" began a rise that led it to reach 108,135 dollars on December 17, the highest price in its history, but in recent days its value fluctuated between 94,000 and 99,000 dollars. | A…
(2024-12-24). Lizt Alfonso Dance Cuba is highly acclaimed in Mexico. plenglish.com Mexico, Dec 24 (Prensa Latina) Lizt Alfonso Dance Cuba's successful performance in Playa del Carmen, one of the most attractive tourist destinations in southeastern Mexico, confirms the company's vigor and authenticity.
(2024-12-24). Haiti's international airport, more wishes than planes. plenglish.com Port-au-Prince, Dec 24 (Prensa Latina) A plane that flew to Brazil with 200 passengers sowed the belief about a normalization of air traffic in Haiti, but the desire multiplied by anxiety today is equal to a great disappointment.
(2024-12-24). Sahara dust affects Caribbean skies. plenglish.com Bridgetown, Dec 24 (Prensa Latina) Several Caribbean nations will experience a sharp deterioration in air quality due to the arrival of a dense layer of dust from the Sahara, which could also affect the health of people with respiratory problems.
(2024-12-24). Use of renewable energies in Panama highlighted. plenglish.com Panama City, Dec 24 (Prensa Latina) The National Energy Secretariat (SNE) of Panama highlighted today that last November the use of renewable sources represented 97.6 percent of electricity generation in the country.
(2024-12-24). Average of 16 deaths per day on Brazil's federal roads. plenglish.com Brasilia, Dec 24 (Prensa Latina) The Federal Highway Police (PFR) recorded an average of 16 deaths per day on Brazil's roads between January and October, the corporation revealed, quoted by the portal R7.
(2024-12-24). Galapagos islands sanctuary, not military base, organizations demand. plenglish.com Quito, Dec 24 (Prensa Latina) A coalition of 50 social, national and international organizations today rejected the foreign military presence in the Galapagos Islands, because it violates the Constitution of Ecuador, threatens the conservation of the archipelago and compromises national sovereignty.
(2024-12-24). Mijaín, Omara and Argentine football win Annual Prensa Latina Poll. plenglish.com Havana, Dec 24 (Prensa Latina) Wrestler Mijaín López, Paralympic sprinter Omara Durand Elías, both Cubans and the Argentine soccer team were winners in the 60th edition of the annual Prensa Latina Sports Survey.
(2024-12-24). UN asks Ecuador for urgent measures for missing minors. plenglish.com Quito, Dec 24 (Prensa Latina) The Committee on Enforced Disappearances of the United Nations (UN) issued today urgent action measures after the disappearance for more than two weeks of four minors in Ecuador, a case involving military.
(2024-12-24). Condemnation in Ho Chi Minh City of US blockade of Cuba ratified. plenglish.com Hanoi, Dec 24 (Prensa Latina) The Vietnam-Cuba Friendship Association of Ho Chi Minh City ratified its condemnation of the increased US blockade and rejected the fact of keeping the island on the list of countries that allegedly sponsors terrorism.
(2024-12-24). Hungary calls Russian leader honest, supports development of ties. plenglish.com Budapest, Dec 24 (Prensa Latina) Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has called President Vladimir Putin honest and expressed interest in developing relations with Russia, the Magyar Nemzet newspaper reported.
(2024-12-24). US uses Africa as a testing ground, Russia says. plenglish.com Moscow, Dec 24 (Prensa Latina) The United States sees Africa as a testing ground for experimental drugs, said the deputy chief of Russia's radiation, chemical and biological protection troops, Major General Alexei Rtischev.
(2024-12-24). Agilizan transitarias no comerciales entrega de envíos. radiohc.cu La Habana, 24 dic (RHC) Las transitarias no comerciales concluyen el año con un saldo positivo, evidente en los tres millones de envíos, 700 000 por encima de 2023, informó recientemente el director de Carga del Ministerio de Transporte (Mitrans), Pablo Cuéllar González.
(2024-12-24). Fin de semana por Cuba y contra el bloqueo (+Foto y Video). radiohc.cu Participantes en la combativa manifestación en Fort Lauderdale, en La Florida, en contra del bloqueo de Estados Unidos a Cuba divulgaron imágenes y vídeos que testimonian sus pedidos de levantar las injustas medidas coercitivas y de sacar el nombre de la isla caribeña de la injusta lista de países patrocinadores del terrorismo.
(2024-12-24). Diario indio: Si EE.UU. elimina bloqueo sería paso histórico con Cuba. radiohc.cu La Habana, 24 dic (RHC) El diario indio Financial Express aseguró que si Estados Unidos elimina a Cuba de la lista de países terroristas y desmantela el bloqueo sería un paso histórico hacia la reconciliación entre las dos naciones.
(2024-12-24). Cuba mantiene metas de justicia social a pesar del bloqueo. radiohc.cu La Habana, 24 dic (RHC) A pesar del bloqueo impuesto por Estados Unidos y la compleja situación que atraviesa el país, Cuba ha alcanzado metas de justicia que siguen siendo hoy una aspiración para decenas de millones de personas en el mundo.
(2024-12-24). Ratifican en Ciudad Ho Chi Minh condena a bloqueo de EE.UU. a Cuba. radiohc.cu La Habana, 24 dic (RHC) La Asociación de Amistad Vietnam-Cuba de Ciudad Ho Chi Minh ratificó su condena al recrudecido bloqueo estadounidense y rechazó el hecho de mantener hoy a la Isla en la lista de países presuntamente patrocinadores del terrorismo.
(2024-12-24). Frente Amplio de Dominicana apoya gran marcha en Cuba contra bloqueo. radiohc.cu Santo Domingo, 24 dic (RHC) El Frente Amplio (FA) y el Bloque Popular Jesús Adón de República Dominicana reafirmaron hoy su apoyo a la gran marcha protagonizada por más de 500 mil habaneros contra el bloqueo económico de Estados Unidos a Cuba.
(2024-12-24). Autoridad de Bolivia admite dos elecciones conjuntas en 2025. radiohc.cu La Habana, 24 dic (RHC) La posibilidad de realizar simultáneamente en 2025 elecciones generales y comicios para completar el Poder Judicial en Bolivia es hoy una realidad, aseguró el vicepresidente del Tribunal Supremo Electoral (TSE), Francisco Vargas.
(2024-12-24). Organizaciones argentinas celebran Nochebuena con necesitados. radiohc.cu La Habana, 24 dic (RHC) Agrupaciones sociales argentinas realizarán hoy una cena de Nochebuena frente al Congreso para miles de personas pobres y en situación de calle.
(2024-12-24). Milei coquetea con el FMI. radiohc.cu El presidente de Argentina, Javier Milei, parece no haber entendido las lecciones de las experiencias del país suramericano con el Fondo Monetario internacional, y busca un nuevo acuerdo con el organismo financiero, pues el actual finalizará el venidero día 31.
(2024-12-24). Evalúan incidencias generadas por sismo de 6,1 grado, al sur del Oriente cubano. radiohc.cu Bayamo, 23 dic (RHC) Las principales incidencias originadas por el sismo de 6,1 grado de magnitud, en la escala Richter, registrado en la madrugada de este 23 de diciembre, al sur del Oriente ocasionó, hasta el momento, afectaciones leves en muros y cerramentos de viviendas y otras edificaciones de la provincia de Granma.
(2024-12-24). López y Durand, virtuales ganadores en Encuesta de Prensa Latina. radiohc.cu La Habana, 24 dic (RHC) A horas del cierre de las votaciones, los cubanos Mijaín López y Omara Durand aparecen como virtuales ganadores de la Encuesta Deportiva de Prensa Latina para seleccionar a los mejores deportistas de 2024 en Latinoamérica y el Caribe.
(2024-12-24). Ukraine Briefing: Russia issues ultimatum and challenges West to a duel. thesiriusreport.com 
We assess the latest developments associated with Ukraine as the West continues to live in the deluded fantasy that it will control the outcome of this war.
(2024-12-24). 'Dialogue Works' edition of 24 December. gilbertdoctorow.com This chat with host Nima Alkhorshid covered several important developments in the past week with respect to Russia's relations with Slovakia, Zelensky's slush fund for bribing Western politicians and the latest thinking in Moscow about the chances for reaching some accommodation with Donald Trump. As I mention in this discussion, Russian thinking about Trump has …
(2024-12-24). Robert Fico and the $500 million bribe from Zelensky. gilbertdoctorow.com Robert Fico and the $500 million bribe from Zelensky In the past week, Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico has been in a public exchange of insults with the Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelensky. Their dispute centered on Ukraine's decision not to renew its gas transit agreement with Russia that expires in one week's time, leaving Slovakia, …
(2024-12-24). Assassinating a top Russian general. strategic-culture.su
(2024-12-24). What We Know About The Russian Cargo Ship That Sank In Mediterranean. twz.com 
(2024-12-24). 'Cop City' Leads US Buildup in Police-Training Bases. scheerpost.com 
(2024-12-24). Luigi Mangione's Indictment Is Another Example of the Dangers of Terror Charges. scheerpost.com 
(2024-12-24). Teamsters bureaucrats block socialists, but welcome Democrats to Amazon picket line. wsws.org The Teamsters bureaucrats will not organize a wider struggle because they are not interested in taking the fight to Amazon on behalf of workers everywhere, but in establishing the same corrupt relations with Amazon management they enjoy elsewhere.
(2024-12-24). Teamsters bureaucrats block socialists, but welcome Democrats to Amazon picket line. wsws.org The Teamsters bureaucrats will not organize a wider struggle because they are not interested in taking the fight to Amazon on behalf of workers everywhere, but in establishing the same corrupt relations with Amazon management it enjoys elsewhere.
(2024-12-24). Amazon and Starbucks strikes in US portend escalation of global class conflict in 2025. wsws.org The holiday season has begun in the United States, along with the season of class struggle. Thousands of Amazon and Starbucks workers are on strike, with many more seeking to join.
(2024-12-24). Canada Post workers denounce union complicity in enforcing Liberal government's strike ban. wsws.org After a month-long strike by 55,000 workers, CUPW and the Canadian Labour Congress capitulated without a fight to Labour Minister Steven MacKinnon's order to ban the job action, without any of the workers' demands for real wage increases, job security, and workers' control over the use of new technologies being met.
(2024-12-24). 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.
(2024-12-24). The Greatest Gift of All. thealtworld.com Dear readers, I appreciate your support of this website over the years since you called me out of my short-lived retirement. My Christmas column of many years ago has become a tradition beloved by many, including myself. Here it is for 2024: | The decorations and gifts of Christmas are one of our connections to a Christian culture that has held Western civilization together for 2,000 years. | In our culture the individual counts. This permits an individual person to put his or her foot down, to take a stand on principle, to become a reformer and to take on injustice. | This empowerment of the individual is unique…
(2024-12-24). The Quiet Transition From DARPA's XAI To Elon's xAI & Haaretz Exposes Sadistic Nature Of The IDF. thelastamericanvagabond.com Welcome to The Daily Wrap Up, a concise show dedicated to bringing you the most relevant independent news, as we see it, from the last 24 hours (12/24/24). As always, take the information discussed in the video below and research it for yourself, and come to your own conclusions. Anyone telling you what the truth
(2024-12-24). Preserving Black History Has Never Been More Vital. truthout.org Bold. Assertive. Unafraid of questioning people or circumstances. That's how 82-year-old Rosita Stevens-Holsey describes her "Aunt Pauli." "Even if she was talking with a supervisor, a general, or the president of the United States, she always made known what she was thinking — what she felt was not right and needed to be changed," Stevens-Holsey told Capital B. That "Aunt Pauli" was… |
(2024-12-24). I've Spent 26 Christmases in Prison, and Not One Has Been Merry. truthout.org The year 2024 is coming to a close, and the celebration of Christmas is here. Posters, billboards, the news media and magazines are all proclaiming, "Merry Christmas!" "Happy Holidays!" and "Season's Greetings!" Many people are buying gifts for their loved ones; decorating and lighting Christmas trees; putting together prayer affirmations, meals, and other joyful activities to celebrate either… |
(2024-12-24). El Salvador Legislature Overturns Historic Metal Mining Ban. truthout.org In a win for Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele, who has dubbed himself "the world's coolest dictator," the Legislative Assembly of El Salvador on Monday overturned the Central American country's 2017 ban on metal mining. Bukele has fought to reverse the historic ban since taking office in 2019. Despite a prohibition in the Salvadoran Constitution, he ran for and won a second term in February… |
(2024-12-24). Minnesota Guaranteed Free School Meals for All Kids. Now Let's Do It Nationwide. truthout.org In March 2023, when Minnesota Governor Tim Walz walked the halls of Webster Elementary, students stopped to chat with him and give him high fives. Walz was there to sign the Free School Meals for Kids bill into law, and the noisy excitement in the halls reflected the governor's mood. "No more lunch tickets," he said to a woman standing in the hallway. When Walz held up the signed bill… |
(2024-12-24). Germany's Federal Electoral Committee seeks to bar the Maoist MLPD from the upcoming parliamentary election. wsws.org The premature end of the widely despised ruling 'traffic light coalition' of the Social Democratic Party (SPD), Greens and neo-liberal Free Democratic Party (FDP) and the decision for an early election is not aimed at giving the electorate a say, but rather at ensuring that an even more reactionary government comes to power.
(2024-12-24). South Korea's Democrats sow complacency and roll back protests. wsws.org While President Yoon is impeached and suspended from office after his failed attempt to impose martial law, his removal by the Constitutional Court is by no means certain.
(2024-12-24). Pabloite NPA hails pro-business Umbrella for Democratic Change's election victory in Botswana. wsws.org Amid growing protests and political dissatisfaction across southern Africa, the NPA is intervening to promote right-wing bourgeois parties and thus block a broader, united offensive in the working class for socialism.
(2024-12-24). Andrew Bird's Gezelligheid concert series: "Don't let the human factor fail to be a factor" wsws.org Andrew Bird's Gezelligheid concerts in Chicago showcased his virtuosic musicianship and thoughtful songwriting, set in a beautifully intimate atmosphere.
(2024-12-24). America's plan after 9/11: Taking out seven countries in five years. mronline.org An alarming truth revealed by retired U.S. four-star general Wesley Clark.
(2024-12-24). German politicians criticize Musk backing for far-right AfD. mronline.org 
After Elon Musk posted his support for Germany's far-right AfD, the party's leader Alice Weidel expressed her gratitude. Other German lawmakers have criticized "interference" in the country's upcoming federal elections.
(2024-12-24). 'Judging Freedom' edition of 24 December: The New Sovereignty. gilbertdoctorow.com 'Judging Freedom' edition of 24 December: The New Sovereignty On this day before Christmas, Judge Napolitano had a very full schedule of interviewees to compensate for his being off the air for a week starting tomorrow. Accordingly, I consider myself lucky to have been given time to review with him several of the key issues …
(2024-12-24). CPJ urges Ukraine president to halt media intimidation, allow journalists to work freely. cpj.org/feed/atom/
(2024-12-24). Turkey jails 7 journalists and media workers, places one under house arrest. evrensel.net
(2024-12-24). How sunlight and vitamin D can help with mental illness. expose-news.com Vitamin D receptors exist throughout your brain, affecting mental health by regulating neurotransmitters and reducing inflammation. Deficiency is linked to depression, anxiety and psychosis. Mental health patients show higher rates of vitamin …
(2024-12-24). Why I am (or at least try to be) a libertarian. onlineopinion.com.au In a world driven by fear, division, and creeping authoritarianism, libertarianism offers a belief in the dignity of the individual, voluntary cooperation and the power of accountability.
(2024-12-24). Work/life balance for mothers. america.cgtn.com 
Working mothers around the world know all-too-well the struggle of achieving a work/life balance. And in the U.S., there's new data shedding light on just how tough their juggling act has become, and its toll on their mental health. | CGTN'S Poppie Mphuthing shares the story.
(2024-12-24). European activities highlight 500 years of Anabaptism. anabaptistworld.org Events celebrating the 500th anniversary of Anabaptism are planned in Germany, Switzerland and the Netherlands throughout 2025.
(2024-12-24). SATIRE: Tips For Preventing Package Theft. theonion.com An estimated 120 million packages are stolen every year. With holiday shopping in full swing,The Onion shares tips for preventing package theft. Ask neighbors to keep an eye out for any packages they'd like to steal themselves. Have your packages sent to a P.O. box so that you won't pick them up either. Employ a …
(2024-12-24). Christmas Message 2024 from Pastor Phil Turner on George Kilpatrick Inspiration for the Nation. urbancny.com 
Happy Holidays, everyone! Listen to this heartwarming message from Pastor Phil Turner of Bethany Baptist Church for Christmas 2024! Celebrate the holidays with us here on
(2024-12-24). Genetic tweak to three key crops massively boosts their growth. wattsupwiththat.com The growth of maize, sugarcane and sorghum has been greatly boosted by modifying the plants to take advantage of higher carbon dioxide levels now found in the air.
(2024-12-24). Taxi and bus owners urged to improve road safety. sanews.gov.za Taxi and bus owners urged to improve road safety | The Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) has called on public transport operators and the freight industry to step up efforts to reduce road crashes and fatalities this festive season, following a spate of fatal crashes involving minibus vehicles and trucks. | In the most recent crash, seven people were killed and five injured when a minibus overturned on the N3, near Grootvlei, in Mpumalanga. | "Many of these crashes have occurred in the early hours of the morning suggesting that fatigue may have played a role. Fatigue is one of the leading contributors…
(2024-12-24). Commission to probe access to capital for low- and middle-income countries. sanews.gov.za Commission to probe access to capital for low- and middle-income countries | A Cost of Capital Commission which will investigate issues that impair the ability of low- and middle-income countries to access affordable capital is set to be launched under South Africa's G20 Presidency, said International Relations and Cooperation Minister Ronald Lamola. | | "I wish to take this opportunity to announce that under South Africa's G20 Presidency, an ambitious Cost of Capital Commission will be established to investigate the issues that impair the ability of low- and middle-income countries to access sufficient, affordabl…
(2024-12-24). Gauteng Traffic Police calls for caution on the roads. sanews.gov.za Gauteng Traffic Police calls for caution on the roads | With hours to go before Christmas Day, Gauteng Traffic Police has urged motorists to remain vigilant and to be on the lookout for pedestrians wherever they travel. | | This as Gauteng has since the beginning of the festive period, experienced several fatalities, with the majority being pedestrians. | | "Most road crashes in our province are caused by human error, such as texting while driving, over speeding, driving under the influence of alcohol, unsafe overtaking and lane changing, and driving too fast for specific conditions," said spokesperson for the tra…
(2024-12-24). Deputy President wishes nation a safe festive season. sanews.gov.za Deputy President wishes nation a safe festive season | Deputy President Paul Mashatile has urged all road users to adhere to the rules of the road as holiday makers travel around the country, to ensure a safe festive season. | "[We] urge those who are driving during this period to please adhere to the rules of the road. Don't drink and drive, no speeding, wear seat belts and take time to rest when driving long distances. We want everybody to arrive alive at their destinations," he said in a recorded message to the nation. | Deputy President Mashatile called on all citizens not to partake in excessive alcohol use…
(2024-12-24). Maile conducts shop inspection blitz. sanews.gov.za Maile conducts shop inspection blitz | Gauteng MEC for Finance and Economic Development, Lebogang Maile, says government will continue to clamp down on non-compliant spaza shops and food-handling facilities in the province. | The MEC conducted a compliance blitz in Soweto on Monday aimed at inspecting spaza shops and other establishments selling food. | This follows a directive issued by President Cyril Ramaphosa last month, that all spaza shops and food-handling facilities must be registered with their respective municipalities, after a surge in reported cases of foodborne illnesses in the country. | "Government…
(2024-12-24). Work continues at Bishop Lavis Court despite damage. sanews.gov.za Work continues at Bishop Lavis Court despite damage | Operations at the Bishop Lavis Magistrates' Court have been able to continue despite protest action over the past weekend which left parts of the court building damaged. | This is according to the Department of Justice and Constitutional Development (DJCOD). | "Despite the challenges posed by the protest, court operations are proceeding as usual, with all matters including criminal cases, maintenance, domestic violence and estates proceeding as scheduled. No cases have been referred to other courts and the court roll continues without interruption. | "We are p…
(2024-12-24). Former Hostage Hanna Katzir Dies Months After Release From Hamas Captivity. themedialine.org 
(2024-12-24). 12 people killed in ammunition factory blast in northwest Turkey. presstv.ir A blast ripped through an explosives factory in northwest Turkey, killing a dozen people.
(2024-12-24). Dialogue with Steven Drucker about Jesus's birth and to whom he was sent. salaficentre.com 
In The Name of Allah, The Most Merciful, The Bestower of Mercy. Dialogue with Steven Drucker about Jesus's birth and to whom he was sent sent as a Prophet and Messenger Allah, The Exalted, said: ŸàŸéŸÖŸéÿß ŸäŸéÿ™ŸëŸéÿ®ŸêÿπŸè ÿ£ŸéŸÉŸíÿ´Ÿéÿ±ŸèŸáŸèŸÖŸí ÿ•ŸêŸÑŸëŸéÿß…
(2024-12-24). Several considerations to bear in mind concerning ambiguity. salaficentre.com In The Name of Allah, The Most Merciful, The Bestower of Mercy. Allah, The Exalted, says: ŸàŸéŸÑŸéÿß ÿ™ŸéŸÑŸíÿ®Ÿêÿ≥ŸèŸàÿß ÿߟџíÿ≠ŸéŸÇŸëŸé ÿ®Ÿêÿߟџíÿ®Ÿéÿßÿ∑ŸêŸÑŸê ŸàŸéÿ™ŸéŸÉ…
(2024-12-24). Where was Jesus buried?! [Mr. Reich, "Speculation regarding Prophets is strictly prohibited." salaficentre.com 
In The Name of Allah, The Most Merciful, The Bestower of Mercy. Allah, The Exalted, stated regarding those Jews who disbelieved in Prophet Isa (Jesus), peace and blessings of Allah be upon him, and plotted to kill him: ŸäŸéÿ≥€°ŸÄŸîŸéŸÑŸèŸÉŸé ÿ£ŸéŸá€°ŸÑŸè Ÿ±ŸÑ€°ŸÉŸêÿ™ŸéŸÄŸ∞ÿ®Ÿê ÿ£ŸéŸ&…
(2024-12-24). The strange case of Didier Reynders and Ursula von der Leyen. strategic-culture.su
(2024-12-24). 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.
(2024-12-24). The world's four legacy empires going down. nationofchange.org In a future full of signs that the four empires that have long dominated our world are all crumbling.
(2024-12-24). It was the rage of the age. nationofchange.org Was Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory, a private research facility in Suffolk County, pivotal to the spread of eugenics through the United States and world?>
(2024-12-24). Inside the country's first official safe drug consumption site. nationofchange.org An overdose prevention site in New York City continues its research-backed, lifesaving work.
(2024-12-24). Trump wants to play poker with Sheinbaum. unitedworldint.com Posted by by United World International 14 Min Read December 24, 2024 By Daniel Moser * Political analyst and editor, Argentine and Mexican, Director of HELIOS Comunicación ( heliosmx.org) Member of the Center for National Strategic Studies, A. C., in Mexico. Those who know Donald Trump well say that he is a good poker player and, …
(2024-12-24). Trump wants to play poker with Sheinbaum. uwidata.com By Daniel Moser * Political analyst and editor, Argentine and Mexican, Director of HELIOS Comunicación ( heliosmx.org) Member of the Center for National Strategic Studies, A. C., in Mexico. Those who know Donald Trump well say that he is a good poker player and, if we observe how he conducts himself when facing confrontations, particularly in …
(2024-12-24). How a mobile library is keeping Refaat Alareer's legacy alive. newarab.com 
"If I must die,
| let it bring hope,
| let it be a tale." | These heart-aching lines conclude the poem With these words hauntingly foreshadowing the end of his life, the poem has since been widely translated around the wor…
(2024-12-24). The Turkish village facing the loss of its fishing traditions. newarab.com 
(2024-12-24). 12 killed in blast at Turkey explosives plant. newarab.com A powerful blast ripped through an explosives plant in northwestern Footage showed shards of glass and metal scattered outside the plant, where ambulances stood by. | "According to initial reports, 12 employees died and four were taken to hospital with injuries as a result of the explosion" in the Karesi district of Balikesir province, local governor Ismail Ustaoglu said. | "I wish God's mercy upon our deceased citizens and a speedy recov…
(2024-12-24). 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.
(2024-12-24). 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.
(2024-12-24). 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.
(2024-12-24). CLAT 2025 counselling put on hold: Report. ummid.com The CLAT 2025 counselling process and the release of the first admission list have been put on hold following a court order, multiple media reports have claimed.
(2024-12-24). 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.
(2024-12-24). What I saw at Kerala film festival 2024. ummid.com The 29th International Film Festival of Kerala (IFFK) and so many highlighted films are marvellous masterpieces addressing human pain, offering a platform for social commitment and historical justice.
(2024-12-24). The Debate on Indian Constitution. ummid.com The Indian Parliament spent two days discussing the Indian Constitution.
(2024-12-24). Fact Check: No, Cristiano Ronaldo has not converted to Islam. ummid.com Fact check analysis of images – showing football legend Cristiano Ronaldo in ihram and praying at Makkah Grand Mosque that are viral with claim that he has converted to Islam, are AI generated, and thus the claim is false.
(2024-12-24). GATE 2025 Detailed Schedule Published. ummid.com GATE 2025: IIT Roorkee has published the detailed schedule and time table of Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering 2025 or GATE 2025 on its official website gate2025.iitr.ac.in.
(2024-12-24). Kia Syros Launch in India Confirmed – First Look. ummid.com South Asian automobile giant Kia has confirmed the launch of its compact SUV Syros in India next year.
(2024-12-24). Rahmani 30 alumnus Zaurez bags 39 LPA package at Google. ummid.com Zaurez Ahmed – one of the alumni of Rahmani 30 and son of a modest general store owner in Bihar, has secured placement at Google with an outstanding 39 lakhs per annum package.
(2024-12-24). Kashmir is in grip of Cultural Aggression. ummid.com Be it Hinduism, Buddhism or Islam no religion promotes the vulgarity that we are witnessing in today's Kashmir. This is all cultural aggression.
(2024-12-24). Education Ministry set to secure sh840 Billion from World Bank. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Optimism is growing at the Ministry of Education and Sports headquarters at Embassy House that funding of up to UGX 840 billion for its flagship education project will be secured from the World Bank. Sources tell our reporter that these funds, part of the Global Partnership for Education (GPE) …
(2024-12-24). Festive Season: Nebbi traders complain of low sales. independent.co.ug 
Nebbi, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | As the Christmas celebrations draw near, traders in Nebbi District are counting losses due to a low turnout of buyers, which they attribute to poor harvests and financial strain among farmers. Traditionally, the festive season boosts sales, but this year, many traders are experiencing a stark decline in business. …
(2024-12-24). Inzu Ya Masaba to raise sh1billion for radio station. independent.co.ug 
Mbale, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Inzu Ya Masaba, the Bamasaba Cultural Institution is set to conduct a major fundraising drive aimed at raising over one billion shillings to procure radio equipment and establish a radio station. This announcement was made by Charles Walimbwa, the Prime Minister of Inzu Ya Masaba, during a press …
(2024-12-24). Maracha town council grapples with poor waste management. independent.co.ug 
Maracha, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Maracha Town Council is still struggling to maintain proper waste management disposal. The area with poor waste management disposal methods is Nyadri market which is also the main local revenue source for the town council and the district. The market attracts general merchandise and buyers of produce from across West …
(2024-12-24). Minister of Gender warns artistes against vulgarity. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Minister of Gender, Labour and Social Development has warned artistes against using foul language or risk being banned. Speaking to journalists at the Uganda Media Centre on Monday, Betty Amongi, said her ministry will not look away when artistes are using obscene language that is capable of corrupting societal …
(2024-12-24). Newly installed Kasese solar powered water supply system to serve over 3,000. independent.co.ug 
Kasese, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Ministry of Water and Environment has handed over a solar powered Water Supply System to Katholhu Parish, Nyakiyumbu sub —county, Kasese district. The solar powered water project worth over 400 million Shillings will serve over 3,000 people in communities of Katholhu, Bwengo, Kitaturwa and Kathikali villages. The project was …
(2024-12-24). U-17 AFCON Qualifiers: Uganda seeks redemption against Somalia in semi-final. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Uganda National Under-17 team, the Uganda Cubs, will take on Somalia today in the semi-final of the TotalEnergies CAF U-17 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) CECAFA qualifiers, taking place in Uganda. This semi-final clash is a repeat of the 2022 CECAFA U-17 semi-final, where Somalia triumphed over Uganda at …
(2024-12-24). Uganda Breweries Limited celebrates the festive season through "buckets of cheer" campaign. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda Breweries Limited (UBL) under its vast beer portfolio ushered in the festive season with the launch of its "Buckets of Cheer" campaign, a heartwarming initiative designed to bring people together, spread joy, and create memorable celebrations across Uganda during this special time of year. The "Buckets of Cheer" …
(2024-12-24). UNBS raises alarm over insufficient funding. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS) has raised concerns over inadequate funding that hinders its operational activities and compromises its mandate. Speaking during a meeting with the Parliamentary Committee on Trade, Industry, and Tourism at the UNBS headquarters in Mbalwa, Bweyogerere, Deus Mubangizi, the Manager of National Metrology Laboratories …
(2024-12-24). Confronting an AI future. independent.co.ug 
Artificial Intelligence and digital safety headline UN Internet Governance Forum in Saudi Arabia ANALYSIS | IAN KATUSIIME | With Artificial Intelligence increasingly driving the way individuals, companies and governments operate, the 19th United Nations Internet Governance Forum (IGF) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia provided yet another global stage to ponder on AI and its impact on the …
(2024-12-24). Personalities of the Year. independent.co.ug 
COVER STORY | IAN KATUSIIME| A rundown of Ugandans who dominated the news throughout the year Olivia Lutaaya Olivia Lutaaya became…
(2024-12-24). U.S. Navy Ship Menus From Christmases Past. twz.com 
Man, is it just me or did Christmas sneak up FAST this year? Is that just a function of getting older? Remember the anticipation as a kid, the countdown that began right after Halloween? | Alas, so it goes. Either way, another Christmas is once again upon us. We are grateful to have you all along for the ride. And no matter what's going on in your life, we hope you enjoy a day of rest and rejuvenation, far away from the demands of the other 364 days of the year. | So let's celebrate with some choice dinner menus from Navy ships during yules past. We've even got a longtime TWZ reader chipping in with a menu (th…
(2024-12-24). Talk World Radio: Al Mytty on Acting for Peace. davidswanson.org AUDIO: Talk World Radio is recorded on Zoom. Here is this week's video and all the videos on Youtube. VIDEO: This week on Talk World Radio we are talking about peace activism in the United States with Al Mytty who has been involved in a variety of social justice and peace programs including Pax Christi, …
(2024-12-24). The Dubai Gold Visa: Unlocking Opportunities for Entrepreneurs and Investors in the UAE. thecanary.co The Dubai Gold Visa program has become a sought-after immigration option for entrepreneurs, investors, and skilled professionals looking to establish long-term residency in the UAE. With its many benefits, the Gold Visa is designed to attract global talent, foster business growth, and encourage investment in the Dubai market. In this article, we will explore the […] | By
(2024-12-24). When News Broke In 2025, We Were There. levernews.com
(2024-12-24). Kinney Drugs Liverpool, NY Pharmacy Drive-thru Open 24/7 on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, and New Year's Day. urbancny.com 
Gouverneur, N.Y. — The pharmacy drive-thru at the Kinney Drugs located at 437 Electronics Parkway in Liverpool, NY is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, including Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, and New Year's Day. "Obtaining prescription medications can be critical for patients who need to visit an Urgent Care or Emergency Department, but that can be challenging, especially on a major holiday. As always, our pharmacy drive-thru at our Electronics Parkway location is open 24/7. We are proud to provide the highest quality pharmacy services to the communities we serve and be responsive to t…
(2024-12-24). Netflix film wants to make Mary accessible to all. anabaptistworld.org Catholic Hollywood director D.J. Caruso (Disturbia) set out to tell the story of Mary as seen through her own eyes, in a new film available now on Netflix. "You may think you know my story," Mary tells viewers at the start of the film. "Trust me, you don't." Caruso's Mary, starring veteran actor Anthony Hopkins …
(2024-12-24). Firefighters Battle Overnight Fire on Mosley Drive. urbancny.com 
Syracuse, NY- On December 24, 2024 at 2: 46 a.m., Syracuse Firefighters were alerted by the Onondaga County 911 Center to a reported house on fire at 243 Mosley Drive. Firefighters from Station 17 on Burnet Ave arrived at the scene five minutes later and found a two-story wood frame structure with fire visible on the second floor in the back left corner. The Incident commander transmitted a signal '99', indicating a working fire. As teams of firefighters moved hoses through the front door and upstairs in search of the fire, other teams of firefighters prepared to methodically search the entire building. The caller…
(2024-12-24). Explosion at Turkish Explosives Factory Kills 12, Injures 4. themedialine.org 
(2024-12-24). On Hiatus: A Statement from the Editors of It's Going Down. indybay.org This is far from the end for us, and what is coming next is still forming, but incredibly exciting.
(2024-12-24). Reflections on IGD Mexico, Anarchist Media, and International Solidarity. indybay.org One of the primary challenges translating news, statements, and analysis from social struggles in so-called Mexico is also translating the context, trying to develop a deeper understanding of the different actors involved, the historical relations and continuities of resistance and domination.
(2024-12-24). Trump's pick Scott Turner to run HUD may hate the poor. indybay.org Convicted Felon Donald J. Trump Picked Football Player Scott Turner To Be The Next HUD Secretary:…
(2024-12-24). The Economic Contributions of John Kenneth Galbraith. indybay.org J.K.Galbraith emphasized that the large firm dominates prices and distorts markets. The impairment of sovereignty — the accommodation of the state to the purposes and needs | of the corporate techno-structure — is the very essence of the operations of the planning system (Galbraith, 1973a, p. 188).
(2024-12-24). Espejismos o cuando la atmósfera nos "engaña" cubadebate.cu Los cambios, tanto en la composición química de la atmósfera y en algunos casos variaciones en parámetros físicos dentro de la misma, pueden provocar alteraciones en como esta se comporta ante algunos fenómenos y procesos. Esto produce gran variedad de efectos ópticos, algunos tan frecuentes como los que ocurren en los atardeceres.
(2024-12-24). La descomposición como camino: De Mesalina a Lily Philips. cubadebate.cu La joven británica Lily Phillips ahora es más famosa que Mesalina, aunque probablemente no sepa nada de la emperatriz romana. Dominando los imperios más poderosos de la época actual, que son las redes sociales, el TikTok, YouTube y la semipornoplataforma Onlyfans, esta muchacha de 23 años subió al Olimpo del 'glamour'.
(2024-12-24). La ONU exige acción urgente tras desaparición de cuatro menores en Ecuador con presunto involucramiento militar. cubadebate.cu El Comité de Desapariciones Forzadas de la ONU ordenó medidas de acción inmediata por la desaparición de cuatro menores en Ecuador hace más de dos semanas, un caso que involucra a militares. La resolución, difundida por el Comité Permanente por la Defensa de los Derechos Humanos de Guayaquil.
(2024-12-24). Senador denuncia el uso de millones de dólares para experimentos con gatos en EE.UU. cubadebate.cu El senador republicano Rand Paul reveló en su informe anual sobre el presupuesto de Estados Unidos que se han gastado decenas de millones de dólares en experimentos científicos catalogados como crueles y grotescos, realizados principalmente con gatos. Entre las instituciones señaladas, destaca la participación de la Agencia de Proyectos de Investigación Avanzada de Defensa (DARPA).
(2024-12-24). A los Maestros de Juventudes, gracias por su arte y la pasión por Cuba. cubadebate.cu Nos ha tocado vivir una época de transformaciones, de grandes preguntas. Habitamos un planeta cada vez más complejo, en el que a las dificultades del mundo físico se suman las del virtual. Eso nos confiere una responsabilidad adicional con el presente, con la historia de nuestro país, con nuestros abuelos y padres, y sobre todo con nosotros mismos, con nuestra moral de cubanos.
(2024-12-24). La ONU exige acción urgente tras desaparición de cuatro menores en Ecuador con presunto involucramiento militar. cubadebate.cu El Comité de Desapariciones Forzadas de la ONU ordenó medidas de acción inmediata por la desaparición de cuatro menores en Ecuador hace más de dos semanas, un caso que involucra a militares. La resolución, difundida por el Comité Permanente por la Defensa de los Derechos Humanos de Guayaquil, fija un plazo al Estado ecuatoriano hasta el 7 de enero de 2025.
(2024-12-24). Moscú revela las actividades de laboratorios biológicos estadounidenses en àÅfrica y alerta sobre sus riesgos. cubadebate.cu El mayor general Alexéi Rtíschev, jefe adjunto de las Tropas de Defensa Radiológica, Química y Biológica de Rusia, denunció este martes que Estados Unidos considera àÅfrica como "un reservorio natural ilimitado de agentes infecciosos y un polígono de pruebas para medicamentos experimentales". Según el alto mando ruso, Washington ha creado un sistema para gestionar riesgos biológicos en otros países.
(2024-12-24). Brasil impulsa su liderazgo en minerales estratégicos para la transición energética. cubadebate.cu El Ministerio de Minas y Energía de Brasil ha intensificado sus esfuerzos en 2024 para posicionar al país como un proveedor clave de minerales estratégicos esenciales para la transición energética global. Brasil cuenta con vastas reservas de litio, cobalto y níquel, elementos fundamentales para la producción de baterías, vehículos eléctricos y paneles solares.
(2024-12-24). La rinascita dell'industria dei fertilizzanti in Brasile. strategic-culture.su Dato il ruolo predominante dell'agricoltura nell'economia brasiliana, è chiaro che i fertilizzanti sono diventati una risorsa strategica da cui dipende il paese. | Segue nostro Il lungo e doloroso processo di deindustrializzazione del Brasile, iniziato negli anni '80, unito ai prezzi favorevoli delle materie prime, ha fatto sਠche nel 2021, per la prima volta dopo decenni, il settore primario (agricoltura e miniere) rappresentasse u…
(2024-12-24). Turquía: Explosión en fábrica de municiones deja víctimas mortales y heridos. cubadebate.cu Al menos doce trabajadores murieron y cuatro más resultaron heridos este martes debido a una explosión en una fábrica de municiones ubicada en Balikesir, al oeste de Ankara, Turquía. Las autoridades aún desconocen la causa del siniestro, pero han descartado cualquier posibilidad de atentado. La explosión ocurrió alrededor de las 8: 25 a.m. (hora local).
(2024-12-24). Díaz-Canel visita el lugar donde Fidel cenó con los carboneros hace 65 años. cubadebate.cu Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, Primer Secretario del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba (PCC) y Presidente de la República, visitó hoy el municipio Ciénaga de Zapata, cuando se cumplen 65 años de la histórica cena carbonera con Fidel.
(2024-12-24). AHS entrega el Premio Maestro de Juventudes a destacados creadores cubanos. cubadebate.cu Los galardonados fueron el pianista y compositor José María Vitier, el escritor y ensayista Abel Prieto Jiménez, la intérprete Beatriz Márquez, el actor y director de teatro Ernesto Parra, el bailarín y coreógrafo Santiago Alfonso, la artista plástica Zaida del Río, el cineasta Manuel Herrera y la profesora de danza Élida Jústiz.
(2024-12-24). Siria: Cristianos protestan en Damasco tras el incendio de un árbol de Navidad. cubadebate.cu Varias manifestaciones estallaron este martes en barrios cristianos de Damasco, en protesta por la quema de un árbol de Navidad ocurrida la noche antes de Nochebuena cerca de la ciudad de Hama, en el centro de Siria. "Exigimos los derechos de los cristianos", corearon los manifestantes mientras marchaban hacia la sede del Patriarcado Ortodoxo.