(2024-12-05). Amnesty International: Israel Is Committing Genocide in Gaza. scheerpost.com 
Damage in Gaza Strip during the October 2023. Palestinian News & Information Agency (Wafa) in contract with APAimages, CC BY-SA 3.0 creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0, via Wikimedia Commons By Amnesty International Amnesty International's research has found sufficient basis to conclude that Israel has committed and is continuing to commit genocide against Palestinians in the occupied Gaza Strip, the …
(2024-12-05). Amnesty International concludes Israel is committing genocide in Gaza. aljazeera.com
(2024-12-05). Amnesty International accuses Israel of committing genocide in Gaza. aljazeera.com The human rights group concludes that Israel's war on Gaza meets the legal threshold for genocide in a damning report.
(2024-12-05). Israel is committing genocide in Gaza, Amnesty probe finds. newarab.com 
A new investigation carried out by the leading rights group Amnesty International has concluded that A report published by the group, entitled 'You Feel Like You Are Subhuman: Israel's Genocide Against Palestinians in Gaza', uses evidence compiled to document how Israel was committing grave atrocities in the besieged enclave…
(2024-12-05). BBC News shames itself with silence about Amnesty's Israel genocide report. thecanary.co 
Amnesty International released a "landmark new report" on Thursday 5 December. It concluded that Israel "has committed and is continuing to commit genocide against Palestinians in the occupied Gaza Strip". But nine hours later, BBC News was still nowhere to be found. The UK's state broadcaster apparently had nothing to say about "the world's best …
(2024-12-05). 'Predetermined conclusion': Amnesty Israel rejects Gaza genocide report by Amnesty International. haaretz.com Amnesty Israel and Jewish members of the international NGO, both in Israel and abroad, criticize the findings for bias and flawed methodology, questioning the evidence of genocidal intent behind Israel's actions in Gaza…
(2024-12-05). 1,500 artists call on Tate Britain to sever ties with organizations complicit in Gaza genocide. wsws.org Kaur took the opportunity of receiving the prestigious Turner Prize in a ceremony held at the Tate on December 3 to denounce the Israeli crimes.
(2024-12-05). Video: U.S. Crimes of Genocide against Korea: "We Killed Off — What — 20% of the Population. We Burned Down every Town in North Korea…" globalresearch.ca First published on April 30, 2017 | The crimes committed by the US against the people of Korea in the course of the Korean War but also in its aftermath are unprecedented in modern history. | "We Killed Off — What …
(2024-12-05). Fatah Spokesperson to TML: October 7 'Just a Date,' Reiterates Genocide Claim. themedialine.org 
(2024-12-05). UNGA chief urges end to 'horror in Gaza', laments failure to vote for truce. presstv.ir The UN General Assembly president calls for an end to Israel's genocidal war on the Gaza Strip.
(2024-12-05). Sheikh Qassem: Hezbollah will side with Syria against the takfiri war invested by US, 'Israel'. english.almanar.com.lb
(2024-12-05). 2,000 terrorists killed in N Syria amid military cooperation with Russia. presstv.ir Syrian sources say around 2,000 Takfiri terrorists have been killed in the Arab country's north over the past week amid military cooperation between Damascus and Russia.
(2024-12-05). Joint Syrian, Russian Strikes Kill Nearly 2,000 Terrorists in Northern Syria. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Joint strikes carried out by the Syrian military and its Russian allies have eliminated nearly 2,000 foreign-backed Takfiri terrorists in northern Syria over the past week, sources say.
(2024-12-05). The US And Israel Quietly Revived Al-Qaeda Allies In Syria. popularresistance.org As Syrian opposition forces, spearheaded by the Al-Qaeda affiliate Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, intensify their offensive to seize more territory after capturing Aleppo, Washington has distanced itself from the attack—a remarkable reversal, considering its longstanding support for weaponizing so-called "moderate rebel" groups based in Idlib. | Under President Barack Obama, the U.S. government secretly poured billions into a covert operation designed to topple Bashar al-Assad's government. The CIA's Timber Sycamore program, one of the agency's most expensive undertakings, at its peak, funneled $100,000 per Syrian m…
(2024-12-05). Syrian Army Redeploys Outside Hama, Inflicts Losses Upon Terrorists. english.almanar.com.lb Units of the Syrian Army have redeployed on Thursday outside the central Syrian city of Hama after fierce battles against terrorists of Hayaat Tahrir Al-Sham (HTS). The Syrian Arab News Agency (SANA) quoted the General Command of the Army and Armed Forces as saying that the army units withdrew to positions outside the central Syrian …
(2024-12-05). Video shows US A-10 'Warthog' 'providing air cover for al Qaeda-linked rebels' in Syria. skwawkbox.org 
Warplane's distinctive outline clear in video clip A US A-10 'Warthog' ground attack aircraft has been filmed apparently attacking Syrian government forces in support of rebel fighters who have advanced to take control of Aleppo. The plane, which can devastate tank and infantry columns, has a distinctive silhouette as shown in this US Air Force …
(2024-12-05). United Nations Demands Israeli Withdrawal From Golan Heights. popularresistance.org The UN General Assembly adopted on 3 December a resolution demanding Israel's withdrawal from Syria's illegally occupied Golan Heights, which the Israeli army captured during the 1967 war. | The resolution demanded "once more" that Israel withdraw from the occupied Golan Heights "to the line of 4 June 1967" while stressing the illegality of settlement building and other activities in the territory. | "The continued occupation of the Syrian Golan and its de facto annexation constitute a stumbling block in the way of achieving a just, comprehensive, and lasting peace in the region," it added. Any decision imposing…
(2024-12-05). An Open Letter To President Joe Biden: Free Leonard Peltier. popularresistance.org Mr. President, If you can pardon your son, why can't you free the Indigenous political prisoner Leonard Peltier? | The 80-year-old man, a leader of the American Indian Movement, has been imprisoned for 48 years. He suffers from diabetes, high blood pressure, and a heart condition. | The FBI framed Leonard Peltier in retaliation for the historic 1973 occupation of Wounded Knee. Three years of violence followed this courageous stand for Indigenous rights, with over 60 AIM members and supporters murdered. Despite a large FBI presence, nothing was done to stop these murders and even more numerous assaults.
(2024-12-05). UK Labour government deports thousands of migrants, raids ports and workplaces and arrests hundreds of alleged "people smugglers" wsws.org The Labour government is intensifying its brutal assault on migrants and asylum seekers with deportation flights, workplace raids, increased surveillance and more legislation.
(2024-12-05). The South Korean coup attempt and the global attack on democratic rights. wsws.org The attempted military coup is a warning, not only to workers in South Korea but internationally, that the ruling classes around the world are being driven to dictatorial methods to impose their agenda of war and austerity.
(2024-12-05). Oppose the attacks on the democratic rights of students at George Mason University! Mobilize the working class in defense of democratic rights! wsws.org Two club officers of the Students for Justice in Palestine were barred from campus and the club has had its activities halted for petty reasons.
(2024-12-05). Why Bangladesh want Sheikh Hasina trial at The Hague, not Dhaka. ummid.com Bangladesh's Interim Government is preparing to initiate legal action against Hasina at The Hague, awaiting the final report from the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR).
(2024-12-05). Now 'Love Education' in Chinese universities to check population decline. ummid.com The Chinese universities and colleges have been asked to introduce 'Love Education' as a subject as the country fights the declining population.
(2024-12-05). There's No Upside To Trump. popularresistance.org "Trump could surprise on the upside," writes Edward Luce, who claims to know "what Trump most cares about." Lacking intimate knowledge of the inner workings of the president-elect's personal thoughts, us non-pundits are relegated to looking at other indicators. | We can try to decipher Trump's abysmal cabinet picks. "If Trump has nominated second-tier establishment types for powerful positions that is partly because so many of the more accomplished practitioners have migrated to the Democrats," according to a London Review of Books commentator.
(2024-12-05). Which airlines have resumed flights to Lebanon. newarab.com 
Lebanon is set to welcome Caretaker Minister of Public Works and Transport Ali Hamieh announced on 4 December he had approved the resumption of airline operations to and from Beirut's internation…
(2024-12-05). Noam Chomsky at 96: A Massive Intellectual and Moral Force. counterpunch.org 
Noam Chomsky, one of the world's most famous and respected intellectuals, will be 96 years old on Dec. 7, 2024. For more than half a century, multitudes of people have read his works in a variety of languages, and many people have relied on his commentaries and interviews for insights about intellectual debates and current
(2024-12-05). Trump and the Holding Environment. counterpunch.org 
There are certainly a number of highly political and socioeconomic insights about the Trump catastrophe, and here I offer some psychoanalytic ideas about Trump and his hold on some of the public. The psychological term "holding environment" refers to the provision of safety and security provided in earliest life. It is often depicted as holding with loving hands
(2024-12-05). There's No Upside to Trump. counterpunch.org 
"Trump could surprise on the upside," writes Edward Luce, who claims to know "what Trump most cares about." Lacking intimate knowledge of the inner workings of the president-elect's personal thoughts, us non-pundits are relegated to looking at other indicators. We can try to decipher Trump's abysmal cabinet picks. "If Trump has nominated second-tier establishment types
(2024-12-05). Protecting the International Criminal Court and upholding victims' rights amid crises and threats: FIDH recommendations to the 23rd Assembly of States Parties. fidh.org
(2024-12-05). Exiled Sheikh Hasina will stand trial at The Hague, not Dhaka. pressenza.com The time has come to acknowledge that Sheikh Hasina, the ousted former Prime Minister of Bangladesh, will not face trial in Dhaka. Instead, the international community will hold her accountable for crimes against humanity in the International Criminal Court (ICC) at The Hague. | Under the leadership of Nobel laureate Dr. Muhammad Yunus, Bangladesh's Interim Government is preparing to initiate legal action against Hasina, awaiting the final report from the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR). | This investigation focuses on the tragic deaths of over a thousand students and prote…
(2024-12-05). Insights | Farce of martial law fuels vicious cycle in South Korea's politics: expert. ecns.cn The tactic of declaring martial law reeks of desperation of South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol, Joseph Gregory Mahoney, a professor of politics and international relations at East China Normal University, candidly stated in an interview with China News Network.
(2024-12-05). Pavlovian Conditioning: Welsh government erects traffic light system for air pollution. expose-news.com Residents of Newport, Wales, are being subjected to a new form of government propaganda; a traffic light system which alerts them to updates on air pollution levels. Every hour, the colour-coded lights …
(2024-12-05). If Republicans Can Take My Rights Away Today, They'll Take Yours Tomorrow. otherwords.org Most days in my depraved, transsexual lifestyle start the same: I wake up at 5: 15 a.m. to pet my cat, have some coffee, and journal a little before I get out the door. | I bike down the street to a gym where I get to see a few friends and sweat a little before putting in my time at the office. After work, I do a few chores and relax for a while. Half the time I cook dinner, half the time my wife takes care of it. | Like you, I like to listen to music, play a game, or watch a show unless I make plans with friends. I try to write in my free time and then get to bed on time to do it all again. | It's a simple life,…
(2024-12-05). China's new discovery reveals how horned dinosaurs traded sharp senses for massive size. tvbrics.com 
The research offers valuable insights into broader principles of biological evolution…
(2024-12-05). Ukraine: Flawed Legislation on Collaboration. hrw.org Click to expand Image | A statue of Themis, the Greek goddess of justice, near Kyiv's Court of Appeal. | © 2024 Human Rights Watch | Some provisions of Ukraine's anti-collaboration legislation make it possible to criminally prosecute Ukrainian civilians for legitimate activities essential to civilian life in occupied areas.These provisions have led to unjust prosecution of many Ukrainian civilians.Ukrainian authorities should revise the legislation, in close consultation with civil society, to ensure compliance with international humanitarian and human rights law. The European Union should include it amon…
(2024-12-05). Film Crew Stopped and Questioned in Autonomous Republic of Uzbekistan. hrw.org On December 1, police in Karakalpakstan, the autonomous republic of western Uzbekistan, briefly detained Russian blogger and film maker Aleksei Pivovarov, three members of his film crew, and their fixer, Feride Makhsetova, a local journalist at the independent news agency Hook Report. The group was escorted to the Nukus City Police station, where police questioned the group, confiscated their flash drives, and deleted their recordings. | Click to expand Image | Aleksei Privovarov speaks to the camera in Nukus, Karakalpakstan, December 1, 2024. | © 2024 Private…
(2024-12-05). Killer Robots: UN Vote Should Spur Treaty Negotiations. hrw.org Click to expand Image | The United Nations General Assembly hashtag #UNGA at UN Headquarters in New York City. | ©2024 Ogaga Blessing for Stop Killer Robots | (New York, December 5, 2024) — The record number of countries voting in favor of the second-ever United Nations General Assembly resolution on lethal autonomous weapons systems, or "killer robots," highlights the urgent need to open negotiations on a new treaty to ban them, Human Rights Watch said today.On December 2, 2024, 166 countries voted in favor of Resolution 79/L.77 on lethal autonomous weapons systems, while 3 voted no, and 15 abstain…
(2024-12-05). Nigeria Airstrike Victims Need Justice. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Nigerian Chief of Army Staff Lt. Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja, center, with other community leaders at the grave side where victims of an army drone attack were buried in Tudun Biri village, Nigeria, December 5, 2023. | © 2023 AP Photo Kehinde Gbenga…
(2024-12-05). Tanzania's President Takes on Forced Evictions of Maasai Community. hrw.org Click to expand Image | A man herds his cattle to graze and find water in Ngorongoro district, Arusha region, Tanzania, on October 25, 2019. | © 2019 Nichole Sobecki / VII / Redux | On December 1, Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan announced the establishment of two committees to address land disputes in the country's northern Ngorongoro district, renowned for its wildlife. The first will investigate complaints made by residents; the second will examine the government's "voluntary" relocations of residents from the Ngorongoro Conservation Area to Msomera village in Handeni, Tanga Region, more than 6…
(2024-12-05). US: Agents Block, Mistreat Mexican Asylum Seekers. hrw.org Click to expand Image | People living in Mexico cross a temporary bridge to meet with relatives living in the U.S., during the 10th annual "Hugs not Walls" event on a stretch of the Rio Grande, in Ciudad Juarez, Mexico, Saturday, May 6, 2023. The brief family reunions are part of a campaign sponsored by the Border Network for Human Rights, an immigration rights group. | © 2023 AP Photo/Christian Chavez | United States Border Patrol agents are denying asylum access to families fleeing violence in Mexico, treating them abusively and dismissively, and returning them to the country they fled in fear.Current…
(2024-12-05). Egypt: Joint call to lift punitive measures against EIPR staff. fidh.org The Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders (FIDH-OMCT), joins 32 human rights organisations calling on the Egyptian government to lift arbitrary travel bans and asset freezes imposed on three directors of the Egyptian Initiative for Personal Rights (EIPR), and to end the targeting of human rights defenders for their legitimate work.
5 December 2024. The Egyptian government must immediately lift the arbitrary travel bans and asset freezes imposed upon three directors of (…) | – | /…
(2024-12-05). Pakistan: United Nations Human Rights Committee calls for urgent reforms echoing civil society recommendations. fidh.org
(2024-12-05). Mayo Clinic researchers develop new AI tools to reveal seizure hotspots, improve patient care. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Getty Images Mayo Clinic researchers have developed new artificial intelligence (AI)-based tools to pinpoint specific regions of the brain with seizure hotspots more quickly and accurately in patients with drug-resistant epilepsy. Their study, published in Nature Communications Medicine, highlights the potential of AI to revolutionize epilepsy treatment by interpreting brain waves during electrode implantation surgery. This transformative approach could significantly reduce the time patients spend in the hospital, accelerating the identification and removal of seizure-generating…
(2024-12-05). Palestinian forces defend Syrian gov't against terrorism. workers.org The Central Media of the Democratic Front for the Liberation of Palestine put out the following statement on Nov. 30, 2024. The Democratic Front condemns the terrorist aggression on northern Syria and calls for an end to interference in internal Syrian affairs. The Democratic Front for the Liberation of Palestine . . . |
(2024-12-05). The Syrian Civil War: New Phases, Old Lies. counterpunch.org 
A new bloody phase has opened up in Syria, as if it was ever possible to contemplate another one in that tormented land. Silly terms such as "moderate" are being paired with "rebels", a coupling that can also draw scorn. What counts as news reporting on the subject in the Western press stable adopts a
(2024-12-05). How Israeli violence, US sanctions left Syria vulnerable. youtube.com 
The Grayzone's Max Blumenthal and Aaron Mate discuss the NATO-backed "rebel" assault on Aleppo and explain how years of sanctions and military assaults on both Syria and its regional allies weakened the state and left it vulnerable to a renewed onslaught. ||| The Grayzone ||| Find more reporting at thegrayzone.com Support our original journalism at …
(2024-12-05). Syrian army withdraws from Hama as opposition forces enter key city. aljazeera.com Army says it's redeploying 'to preserve civilian lives and prevent urban combat' as opposition forces enter key city.
(2024-12-05). There is now a window of opportunity for peace in Syria. aljazeera.com The opposition taking control of Aleppo may give it enough leverage to jumpstart peace negotiations.
(2024-12-05). Syrians fleeing war zones with "whatever they could carry" aljazeera.com Ahmed Bayram talks about the challenges civilians in Syria had to face in order to escape from the latest armed conflict…
(2024-12-05). West Aims to Weaken Russia Using New Fighting in Syria and Protests in Georgia. globalresearch.ca In the past, there were many locally defined conflicts on the various continents, which were often unrelated. But in today's global world, in which the big players operate with all the powerful structures of the special services, we always have …
(2024-12-05). A World in Turmoil: Examining Destruction, Geopolitics, and the Path to Peace. globalresearch.ca The modern world is witnessing unprecedented levels of destruction, loss of life, and devastation of cities. This is evident in conflict zones such as Ukraine, Syria, and Palestine, where human suffering has reached harrowing proportions. These crises, however, are not …
(2024-12-05). Iran urges diplomatic efforts to counter 'serious' threat of terrorism. presstv.ir The Iranian foreign minister says the resurgence of terrorism in Syria poses a serious threat to regional peace, stability and security.
(2024-12-05). Iran, Egypt Voice Support for Syria. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The foreign ministers of Iran and Egypt expressed the two countries' support for the territorial integrity of Syria.
(2024-12-05). A blow to the Astana. uwidata.com The following article appeared as an editorial statement in Egypt's leading newspaper Al Ahram. It appears in the context of the Arab Republic of Egypt declaring its support for the Arab Republic of Syria under President Bashar Al Assad's presidency. On Wednesday nicht, the foreign ministers of Egypt and Iran, two countries yet to establish …
(2024-12-05). Syrian Insurgents Take Hama, Paving Way for Potential Advance on Homs. themedialine.org 
(2024-12-05). Award-winning Syrian photojournalist Anas Alkharboutli killed in Hama. cpj.org/feed/atom/
(2024-12-05). Turkey's Strategic Moves Amid Northern Syria Clashes. devdiscourse.com Turkey has intensified its efforts to stabilize northern Syria, as regional counterparts have worked closely following a resurgence of conflict last week. The defense ministry spokesman conveyed on Thursday that stabilizing measures are actively being implemented.
(2024-12-05). Turkey says 'too soon' to expect refugees to return to Aleppo. newarab.com 
But a government minister cautioned the time may not yet be ripe for large scale population movements to Ale…
(2024-12-05). High stakes but low expectations ahead of Ghana's general election. peoplesdispatch.org As Ghana approaches the December 7, 2024, general elections, a mix of apathy, cautious optimism, and frustration is palpable. Voters will elect a new president, over 270 parliamentary representatives, and chart the course for a nation grappling with serious economic challenges. Nearly two million young people lack access to education, employment, or training, underscoring the depth of the crisis. | Despite being one of Africa's leading gold and cocoa producers, Ghana is contending with economic instability that has eroded public trust in its institutions. In 2022, the government sought a financial bailout from th…
(2024-12-05). How Sudan's civil war is unfolding. aljazeera.com What's driving Sudan's conflict, casualties, and displacement crisis?>
(2024-12-05). Georgian police drag away opposition leader amid political crisis. aljazeera.com The leader of Georgia's main opposition party was knocked to the ground and dragged away by police in Tbilisi.
(2024-12-05). South Korea's defence minister resigns over martial law crisis. aljazeera.com Defence minister's resignation follows brief martial law declaration and as Russia-North Korea pact comes into force.
(2024-12-05). Looting, Black Market Chaos Deepen Crisis for Gaza's War-Weary Residents. themedialine.org 
(2024-12-05). Ivory Coast: Post-electoral crisis victims challenge Alassane Ouattara's amnesty law in ECOWAS Court. fidh.org
(2024-12-05). Bad Cops: Why the Climate Crisis Keeps Getting Worse No Matter How Many Conferences World Leaders Hold. bylinetimes.com world came together in Rio de Janeiro and agreed to take the health of planet Earth seriously. | The resulting annual But we keep failing. Biodiversity loss
(2024-12-05). A Strategically Timed ICC Arrest Warrant Request. counterpunch.org 
On November 27, Karim Khan, the Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court, announced that he is seeking an arrest warrant against Gen. Min Aung Hlaing, the head of Myanmar's military junta, for his role in the commission of crimes against humanity against his country's Rohingya minority. This announcement comes at an awkward moment for American politicians of both parties who have been promising to impose sanctions on the ICC, its Prosecutor, its judges and their families as punishment for the ICC's "outrageous" issuance of arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant for their roles in the co…
(2024-12-05). A massive database of evidence, compiled by a historian, documents Israel's war crimes in Gaza. haaretz.com A woman with a child is shot while waving a white flag ‚ñ Starving girls are crushed to death in line for bread ‚ñ A cuffed 62-year-old man is run over, evidently by a tank ‚ñ An aerial strike targets people trying to help a wounded boy ‚ñ A database of thousands of videos, photos, testimonies, reports and investigations documents the horrors committed by Israel in Gaza…
(2024-12-05). International Criminal Court arrest warrants: France is lying about Benjamin Netanyahu's immunity. fidh.org
(2024-12-05). Poll: Nearly 50% of Israelis believe Netanyahu cannot function as needed amid corruption trial. english.almanar.com.lb
(2024-12-05). Israeli President Herzog discusses hostage deal with Elon Musk at request of hostages' families. haaretz.com ISRAEL: Former Shin Bet chief: Netanyahu asked to eavesdrop on confidant of secret project; Qatar resumes mediation between Israel and Hamas on Egyptian proposal ‚ñ GAZA: 39 killed in Gaza in last 24 hours, Gaza Health Ministry says ‚ñ LEBANON: 4,047 people killed, in Lebanon since war started, health ministry says; Report: Israel strikes in southern Lebanon close to Litani River…
(2024-12-05). FM Sa'ar to Secretary of State Blinken: 'Israel is serious' about hostage deal. haaretz.com ISRAEL: Former Shin Bet chief: Netanyahu asked to eavesdrop on confidant of secret project; Qatar resumes mediation between Israel and Hamas on Egyptian proposal ‚ñ GAZA: Qatar to resume Israel-Hamas mediation ‚ñ LEBANON: 4,047 people killed, in Lebanon since war started, health ministry says; Report: Israel strikes in southern Lebanon close to Litani River…
(2024-12-05). Report: BibiLeaks judge revealed extent of cooperation between Netanyahu aide and Channel 12 senior editor. haaretz.com The legal opinion, now published, says Netanyahu spokesperson Eli Feldstein held a conference call with Channel 12 news senior editor Raviv Golan, during which Golan was introduced as 'D from the Mossad'…
(2024-12-05). 'If Israelis had taken to the streets on the first day, the hostages would have returned'. haaretz.com Ofir Engel, 17, was abducted from his girlfriend's home in Kibbutz Be'eri and released in a deal a year ago. His aunt, Yael Engel Lichi, is angry at Netanyahu for failing to bring everyone home and worried about general apathy toward the hostages: 'I feel a very significant moral decay' in Israel, she says…
(2024-12-05). FightBackBetter Editor to NJ Legislature on Codifying IHRA Fraudulent Definition of "Antisemitism" fightbackbetter.com Dear NJ Legislators, | Throughout 2024, NJ citizens have been in contact with members of the NJ Assembly and NJ Senate to oppose some of your support of the IHRA fraudulent definition of "antisemitism" to include criticism of Israel. The laws you are considering will bring legal harm to between a half million to a million NJ citizens and residents. You have been made aware of the harm these laws will bring and the destruction they will have on our beloved First Amendment Free Speech (and related) protections. That has not stopped the consideration of these harmful laws. As we collectively continue to try to ed…
(2024-12-05). Settlers Attack Huwwara and Beit Furik, Burn Homes and Vehicles. imemc.org 
Illegal Israeli colonizers burned Palestinian-owned homes and vehicles in the towns of Beit Furik and Huwwara, southeast and south of Nablus, on Wednesday morning. Media sources said that Israeli settlers set fire to a citizen's under-construction house, a commercial shop, and two vehicles in the town of Beit Furik, southeast of Nablus. Sources added that …
(2024-12-05). WAFA: Martyrdom of Detainee, Mohammad Walid Hussein in Occupation Prison. imemc.org 
Ramallah 4-12-2024 WAFA — The Commission of Prisoners' and Former Prisoners' Affairs and the Palestinian Prisoners' Society (PPS) reported the martyrdom of the detainee, Mohammad Walid Ali Hussein, 45, in Israeli occupation prisons. The Commission and the PPS said in a joint statement that the Civil Affairs Authority informed them of the death of the …
(2024-12-05). No-confidence vote overthrows French prime minister Barnier. peoplesdispatch.org Michel Barnier was forced to hand in his
(2024-12-05). Congress Must Prevent Nuclear War. popularresistance.org Congress can be somewhat intimidating to the uninitiated—a literal shining house on a hill, where the empowered elite gather in chambers to debate the finer points of issues that impact our daily lives. | What is sometimes overlooked by the average citizen is that the vehicle of empowerment that allows these anointed lawmakers to take their seats in these chambers is themselves — every two years these representatives of the people must stand muster before their respective constituents and convince enough of them to cast a vote in their favor.
(2024-12-05). Famed romance writer devoted to love, ends her life at 86. ecns.cn Renowned Chinese romance writer Chiung Yao (pend name) ended her life at the age of 86 in Southeast China's Taiwan on Wednesday, concluding a life dedicated to love and literature.
(2024-12-05). Britons favour proportional representation over First Past the Post, poll finds. leftfootforward.org It comes after MPs narrowly voted in favour of reforming the voter system, in what was a symbolic vote, unlikely to become law, earlier this week.
(2024-12-05). Richard Tice condemned for defending Reform MP who kicked girlfriend. leftfootforward.org Reform UK Deputy Leader Richard Tice has been condemned after he appeared to question court records that detailed how another Reform MP assaulted a former partner. | James McMurdock was jailed 18 years ago for repeatedly kicking his then girlfriend. The shocking revelations were made by the Times newspaper. | McMurdock, who was previously an investment banker, joined Reform this year and agreed to be a paper candidate for the party in South Basildon and East Thurrock, a seat he ended up winning after defeating Tory candidate Stephen Metcalfe by just 98 votes. He had not publicly disclosed the conviction before…
(2024-12-05). French lawmakers vote to oust PM Barnier in no-confidence vote. newarab.com 
For the first time in over sixty years, the
(2024-12-05). Nelson City Council joins NZ local bodies voting to sanction Israel. asiapacificreport.nz Asia Pacific Report New Zealand's Palestine Solidarity Network Aotearoa (PSNA) has congratulated the Nelson City Council on its vote today to boycott companies which trade with illegal Israeli settlements in Palestinian territories. The city council (pop. 58,000) — New Zealand's 15th-largest city — became the latest local body to change its procurement policy to exclude…
(2024-12-05). Left & Right Unite In France To Oust PM Barnier's Govt | End Of The Road For Emmanuel Macron. hindustantimes.com French lawmakers on the night of December 4 voted to oust the government of Prime Minister Michel Barnier. This after the National Assembly lower house approved a no-confidence motion that had been proposed by the hard left, backed by the far right headed by Marine Le Pen. The motion was passed after 331 MPs in the 577-member chamber voted to oust the government. Meanwhile, French President Emmanuel Macron insisted that he will complete his remaining term till 2027.
(2024-12-05). French PM Barnier ousted in no-confidence vote. independent.co.ug 
PARIS, France | Xinhua | The deputies of the French National Assembly voted on Wednesday evening in favor of a no-confidence vote, forcing French Prime Minister Michel Barnier to resign and his government to collapse. A total of 331 deputies, mostly from left-wing parties alliance New Popular Front (NFP) and far-right party National Rally (RN), …
(2024-12-05). Trump's Pro-Israel Dream Team: Patel Nomination Caps Hawkish Cabinet. mintpressnews.com 
(2024-12-05). Israel's buffer zone, created by bombing Lebanon with white phosphorous. aljazeera.com Israel hit southern Lebanon 191 times with white phosphorus, is that tied to its dreams of a buffer zone?>
(2024-12-05). Children 'incinerated' in Israeli attack on 'safe zone' in Gaza. aljazeera.com Women and children were "incinerated" in an Israeli attack on tents in a so-called 'safe zone' in Gaza.
(2024-12-05). Video: People flee North Gaza after Israel's 'leave-or-die' orders. aljazeera.com Israel issued more forced evacuation orders for people in northern Gaza.
(2024-12-05). "Entire neighbourhoods" in Gaza being levelled by Israeli contractors. aljazeera.com Jehad Abusalim on how Israel is decimating the Gaza Strip, and what that means for the people living there.
(2024-12-05). "Forget about" Israel withdrawing from Gaza. aljazeera.com Gideon Levy, a columnist for Haaretz, talks about what he sees as proof of Israel's intent to remain in Gaza.
(2024-12-05). Palestinians call for action to halt Israeli attacks on West Bank hospitals. aljazeera.com The Israeli military has apprehended an injured Palestinian in Nablus, in violation of international law.
(2024-12-05). Attacks, arrests, threats, censorship: The high risks of reporting the Israel-Gaza war. Mohamed Mandour
(2024-12-05). Report alleges Israeli abuse in West Bank. ecns.cn The report, titled "Unleashed: Abuse of Palestinians by Israeli Soldiers in the Center of Hebron", is based on more than 20 testimonies from Palestinians alleging sexual abuse, violence, and humiliation collected between May and August.
(2024-12-05). Israel attacks north Gaza hospital for fifth time. electronicintifada.net Physician, chef caring for patients at Kamal Adwan hospital both killed in Israeli strikes.
(2024-12-05). Israeli occupation military says investigating suspected infiltration on Jordanian border. english.almanar.com.lb
(2024-12-05). Maariv: While those affected by the war throughout 'Israel' are waiting for compensation, Hezbollah is implementing a quick and effective plan to restore homes that were destroyed and damaged in the villages of southern Lebanon. english.almanar.com.lb
(2024-12-05). Hezbollah Secretary General Sheikh Naim Qassem: We battled the Israeli enemy which plotted to eradicate the Resistance. english.almanar.com.lb
(2024-12-05). As Hezbollah threatens the Lebanese army, ending the war with Israel still faces obstacles. haaretz.com The rifts within Lebanon's political leadership are deep and the country's army is redeploying for challenges no one is sure it can meet. In the meantime, disarming Hezbollah is a long way from completion — as are the measures needed to rebuild Lebanon…
(2024-12-05). Israel, Hamas mull Egyptian proposal for hostage deal as Qatar returns as mediator. haaretz.com ISRAEL: Shin Bet and army retrieve body of hostage killed in captivity; IDF releases findings of investigation into death of six hostages; Israel's AG, president call for state inquiry ‚ñ GAZA: 20 killed, dozens wounded in Israeli strike, Gaza-based authorities say ‚ñ LEBANON: 4,047 people killed, 16,638 wounded in Lebanon since war started, health ministry says…
(2024-12-05). Israel returns bodies of Jordanians who shot Israeli soldiers. newarab.com 
Amman announced on Wednesday that they had received the bodies of the Jordanians. | "In coordination with the concerned authorities in the Kingdom, the bodies were received through the King Hussein (Allenby) Br…
(2024-12-05). Israeli settlers raid occupied West Bank towns. newarab.com 
Israeli settlers on Wednesday wounded a Palestinian and set buildings on fire while raiding two villages in the "Israeli civilians entered the village of Beit Furik" east of the Palestinian city of Local…
(2024-12-05). Norway wealth fund divests from Israel's Bezeq over settlements. newarab.com 
The decision to divest comes after the fund's ethics watchdog, the Council on Ethics, adopted a new, tougher interpretation of ethics standards for businesses that aid Israel's operations in the occupied Palesti…
(2024-12-05). Israeli airstrikes on Gaza's al-Mawasi kill 20; women, children 'incinerated'. presstv.ir Israeli airstrikes have targeted tents sheltering displaced Palestinians and food storage sites in al-Mawasi, killing at least 20 individuals.
(2024-12-05). IJV Condemns Police Repression Against Palestine Solidarity Movement. socialistproject.ca 
Across Canada and internationally, we are seeing a marked rise in violent repression of the Palestine solidarity movement. Independent Jewish Voices condemns the mounting criminalization of Palestine solidarity activism, and the use of excessive force by police to intimidate and harass activists. | On October 15, 2024, the Canadian government listed the group Samidoun, also known as the Palestinian Prisoner Solidarity Network, as a "terrorist entity" under the Criminal Code, in response to months of pressure by pro-Israel lobby groups, a few Liberal MPs and the opposition Conservatives. On November 14, 2024, a…
(2024-12-05). Israel Police West Bank commander suspected of ignoring right-wing extremism for promotion. haaretz.com Commander Avishai Meulam is being investigated for suspicions that he intentionally avoided arresting far-right extremists involved in violence against Palestinians to please National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, and that he leaked intelligence information to his office…
(2024-12-05). Artist Bridges Cultures With 18 Murals Across Israel Supporting Iranian Women. themedialine.org 
(2024-12-05). Cyprus Turns to Israel for Air Defense Upgrade After Russian Supply Disruptions. themedialine.org 
(2024-12-05). Israeli Forces Push Deeper Into Khan Yunis, 47 Reported Dead Across the Enclave. themedialine.org 
(2024-12-05). Trump's Middle East Envoy Headed to Israel, Qatar for Gaza Cease-fire Talks, Sources Say. themedialine.org 
(2024-12-05). Welcome to Country: Israel's response to the ICC, UN & Jew-haters. onlineopinion.com.au Israel is unique among the 193 UN member states: The only state that has reappeared on world maps after being erased for 3000 years.
(2024-12-05). Dozens killed in Israeli strikes across Gaza Strip in past days, including 20 in 'safe zone'. haaretz.com The IDF targeted Muwasi, an area it had designated as 'safe,' where tens of thousands of displaced Gazans live in tents, several of which were set ablaze in the strike. The army said it was targeting a Hamas official…
(2024-12-05). IDF spokesman reprimanded after criticizing BibiLeaks bill: 'I exceeded my authority'. haaretz.com IDF Spokesman Daniel Hagari's remarks on a new Knesset bill led to wide-spread government condemnation and a public apology. Behind closed doors, however, senior military sources agree: the bill poses a threat to national security…
(2024-12-05). 'We give them 48 hours to leave': Israel's plans to transfer Gazans go back 60 years. haaretz.com In the 1960s and 1970s, left-wing governments of Israel proposed plans to 'thin' the population of the Gaza Strip. A perusal of the minutes of meetings reveals that their ideas don't differ much from those of today's far-right government…
(2024-12-05). A toxic, authoritarian manosphere rules Israel. But this woman is defying them. haaretz.com We can only hope that Israeli Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara continues to resist pressure and remains steadfast in her efforts to clean up the country's hopelessly sullied leadership…
(2024-12-05). How South Korea and Georgia could accelerate Israel's democratic collapse. haaretz.com Despite their very different circumstances, there are similarities in the authoritarian 'wave' threatening all three societies. This is why, together with the imminent Trump presidency, South Korea and Georgia could galvanize Israel's democratic decline…
(2024-12-05). Cyprus buys Israeli-made advanced Barak-MX air defense system. haaretz.com The system, made by Israel's IAI, which can intercept aircraft, UAVs, cruise missiles, and ballistic missiles, has also been sold to India, Azerbaijan, and Morocco. Reuters reports that the system has already been delivered…
(2024-12-05). Entire families were crushed in Gaza by Israeli airstrikes. Not even memories remain. haaretz.com In some strikes, as many as four generations in the same family have been killed as residential buildings get bombed. Including many small children. For some families, there is absolutely nothing left to tell their story…
(2024-12-05). IDF recovers body of Itay Svirsky, who was abducted from Kibbutz Be'eri and murdered in captivity. haaretz.com Itay Svirsky, 38, from Tel Aviv, was abducted while visit family at the kibbutz. His parents were murdered on October 7. Hamas released a video in January showing him alive, but the IDF declared him dead two days later. Svirsky was held in captivity with Noa Argamani and Yossi Sharabi…
(2024-12-05). IDF spokesperson reprimanded for slamming bill granting immunity to defense personnel leaking classified information. haaretz.com Daniel Hagari criticized the proposed legislation, saying it endangers national security…
(2024-12-05). Scott Ritter: Congress Must Prevent Nuclear War. scheerpost.com 
U.S. House of Representatives Building and the east portico of the U.S. Capitol, Washington, D.C. (Ron Cogswell, Flickr, CC BY 2.0) By Scott Ritter / Consortium News Congress can be somewhat intimidating to the uninitiated—a literal shining house on a hill, where the empowered elite gather in chambers to debate the finer points of issues that …
(2024-12-05). Now Do Peltier, Death Row, Migrants, Gaza Protesters Et Al. commondreams.org 
We can still hear the murmurs of pearl-clutching after Biden's pardon of his son Hunter for petty gun and tax charges, a move that garnered more headlines than the cabal of felons, racists, hucksters and sex predators Trump's assembling to help wreak vengeance, havoc, terror on millions. To those pleading "rule of law": You're kidding, …
(2024-12-05). Selected Articles: Secret Plan Outlines the Unthinkable. America's Post 9/11 Nuclear Doctrine. globalresearch.ca 
By The Bush administrati…
(2024-12-05). Secret Plan Outlines the Unthinkable. America's Post 9/11 Nuclear Doctrine. "Incorporation of Nuclear Capability into Conventional Systems" globalresearch.ca
(2024-12-05). Democracy Now! 2024-12-05 Thursday. democracynow.org Headlines for December 05, 2024; Chase Strangio, First Out Trans Lawyer to Argue at Supreme Court, on Landmark Trans Healthcare Case; "Surveilled": Ronan Farrow on the Spyware Technology the Trump Admin Could Use to Hack Your Phone | Headlines for December 05, 2024; Chase Strangio, First Out Trans Lawyer to Argue at Supreme Court, on Landmark Trans Healthcare Case; "Surveilled": Ronan Farrow on the Spyware Technology the Trump Admin Could Use to Hack Your Phone…
(2024-12-05). China and Nepal sign agreement to advance Belt and Road Initiative. peoplesdispatch.org Nepal and China signed a framework agreement for the Belt and Road Initiative on Wednesday, December 4, advancing the level of their economic cooperation and strengthening ties between the two nations. | Both the countries signed the agreement on the third day of Nepal's Prime Minister K P Sharma Oli's four day visit to China. During his visit, Oli met with Chinese president Xi Jinping, Chinese premier Li Qiang, and visited Peking University. | Nepal had originally signed the BRI in 2017. However, most of the projects conceptualized under the ambitious scheme were not operationalized in the country. Both the Chin…
(2024-12-05). Pakistan's community health workers form first national union. peoplesdispatch.org Community Health Workers (CHWs) in Pakistan have reached a major milestone in their fight for recognition and better working conditions with the formation of the Pakistan has app…
(2024-12-05). Prisoners are setting themselves on fire to draw attention to abuses at a Virginia prison. peoplesdispatch.org 
A string of self-immolations at Red Onion State Prison has drawn attention to the violence of the system of mass incarceration…
(2024-12-05). Comienza Festival de Cine en Cuba. radiohc.cu La Habana, 5 dic (RHC) El 45 Festival Internacional del Nuevo Cine Latinoamericano se inaugura hoy en la sala Charles Chaplin, de esta capital, con el largometraje argentino "Los domingos mueren más personas", de Iair Said.
(2024-12-05). Aprecian voluntad de Rusia de invertir en India. radiohc.cu La Habana, 5 dic (RHC) El Ministerio indio de Comercio e Industria subrayó hoy la voluntad de Rusia de establecer operaciones de fabricación en el país surasiático por considerarlo rentable.
(2024-12-05). Palestinian Youth Movement to National Day of Mourning: LAND BACK from Turtle Island to Palestine! workers.org 
Lea Kayali speaking at National Day of Mourning, Plymouth, Massachusetts, Nov. 28, 2024. Lea Kayali, representing the Palestinian Youth Movement, gave this speech to the National Day of Mourning on Nov. 28, 2024, in Plymouth, Massachusetts. As a Palestinian, every day for the last 419 days has been a day . . . |
(2024-12-05). Support Koreans against Yoon! workers.org 
Nudutdol demonstrates at South Korean Consulate, New York City, Dec. 4, 2024. The labor unions and mass organizations of the people of South Korea deserve the support of everyone who wants to struggle against war and dictatorship. They are fighting at this time — Dec. 4, 2024 — to rid . . . |
(2024-12-05). PDF of December 5 issue. workers.org 
Download the color version. Download the black & white version. IN THIS ISSUE EDITORIAL: Int'l Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People TEAR DOWN THE WALLS: All out for Mumia Abu-Jamal in December Mumia: No thanks for Thanksgiving MUNDO OBRERO: Evaluando el acuerdo de alto el fuego en el Líbano . . . |
(2024-12-05). An interview with David Hemson — lessons from the South African liberation struggle. mronline.org 
ROAPE's Peter Dwyer interviews the South African socialist David Hemson. Hemson was a leading labour militant and trade unionist during the mass working class uprising and strikes in Durban in 1973. In this introduction to the videoed interviews, Peter Dwyer discusses working class politics and the struggle against apartheid in South Africa, a history often forgotten or marginalised in popular accounts.
(2024-12-05). French National Assembly brings down Barnier government. wsws.org A movement must be prepared and built in the working class to bring down Macron and halt his widely despised policies of austerity and imperialist war.
(2024-12-05). Build rank-and-file committees to expand the Woolworths struggle! Mobilise workers to defeat the company's strike-breaking operation! wsws.org Large numbers of workers from throughout Woolworths, Coles and more broadly must be rapidly mobilised to defend the strike, or this important struggle will be crushed.
(2024-12-05). In move to break 3-month strike, Marathon ending medical coverage for Detroit refinery workers. wsws.org The working class in the metro Detroit area must come to the defense of the more than 250 Marathon refinery workers who have been on strike for three months.
(2024-12-05). Stellantis: The Opel plant at Ràºsselsheim, Germany shrinks to single-shift operations. wsws.org Hundreds of contract workers face losing their jobs, and the IG Metall union is refusing to defend them.
(2024-12-05). UnitedHealthcare CEO gunned down on New York City street. wsws.org Brian Thompson, CEO of the insurance giant UnitedHealthcare, was murdered Wednesday morning as he was walking to the company's annual investor conference in New York City. The shooter is still at large.
(2024-12-05). Australia: Health Services Union forces through Labor government wage-slashing deal. wsws.org After workers resoundingly rejected Labor's original offer, the HSU blocked any industrial action for more than two months, before pushing through a virtually unchanged deal.
(2024-12-05). After lengthy delay, DC cop goes on trial for protecting fascist Proud Boys. wsws.org Former D.C. Metropolitan Police Lieutenant Shane Lamond exchanged hundreds of encrypted messages and phone calls with Proud Boy leader and FBI informant Henry "Enrique" Tarrio in the lead-up to the attack on the Capitol.
(2024-12-05). China hits back at latest US high-tech bans. wsws.org The response was delivered after the US announced what were called "groundbreaking and sweeping" bans on Sunday, the third in a series of such measures undertaken by the Biden administration.
(2024-12-05). Japan integrates itself into Washington's war preparations in the Philippines. wsws.org The war plans of Washington against China involve the return of Japanese militarism to the Philippines, a country it occupied and ravaged during World War II.
(2024-12-05). The pardon of Hunter Biden and class "justice" in America. wsws.org There is one "justice" for the ruling class and something entirely different for workers and poor people.
(2024-12-05). Canada to reveal new Arctic policy by year's end amid deepening geopolitical tensions across the region. wsws.org Following hot on the heels of a new aggressive US Arctic strategy, the policy document will outline plans to strengthen Canada's influence and military capabilities in the energy-rich and geostrategically critical region.
(2024-12-05). French National Assembly brings down Barnier government. wsws.org A movement must be prepared and built in the working class, to bring down Macron and halt his most widely despised policies of austerity and imperialist war.
(2024-12-05). UnitedHealthcare CEO gunned down on New York City street. wsws.org Brian Thompson CEO of the insurance giant UnitedHealthcare was murdered Wednesday morning as he was walking to the company's annual investor conference in New York City. The shooter is still at large.
(2024-12-05). No one is above the law… except Hunter Biden. youtube.com 
The Grayzone's Max Blumenthal and Aaron Mate on Joe Biden breaking his pledge not to pardon his son, and whether the move was connected to Project Ukraine corruption. ||| The Grayzone ||| Find more reporting at thegrayzone.com Support our original journalism at Patreon: patreon.com/grayzone Facebook: facebook.com/thegrayzone Twitter: twitter.com/thegrayzonenews Instagram: instagram.com/thegrayzonenews Minds: minds.com/thegrayzone Mastodon: mastodon.social/@thegrayzone #TheGrayzone…
(2024-12-05). Kash Patel vows war on FBI weaponization. youtube.com 
The Grayzone's Max Blumenthal and Aaron Mate discuss Aaron's past interviews with Trump's nominee to lead the FBI, Kash Patel, and his promises to crack down on the Bureau's political weaponization, as seen during the Russiagate saga. ||| The Grayzone ||| Find more reporting at thegrayzone.com Support our original journalism at Patreon: patreon.com/grayzone Facebook: facebook.com/thegrayzone …
(2024-12-05). Fake News: Muslims vandalise Goddess Kali's idol in Bangladesh. ummid.com A viral video showing Muslims vandalising Hindu Goddess Kali's idol in Bangladesh after Fact Check Analysis is found to be of an idol replacement ceremony in a West Bengal temple, and is thus a fake news.
(2024-12-05). All set for 2024 World Conference on Science Literacy in Beijing. ummid.com The 2024 World Conference on Science Literacy (WCSL) is set to kick off in Beijing, China, from December 5 to 6, 2024, China Research Institute for Science Popularization said.
(2024-12-05). Application opens for Linda Hall Library Fellowships. ummid.com Applications are now open for the Linda Hall Library of Science, Engineering and Technology's 2025-2026 fellowships.
(2024-12-05). CAT [2024] Answer Key released, raise objections by Dec 5. ummid.com The Indian Institutes of Management (IIM) Calcutta has released the official Answer Keys of CAT 2024 (Common Admission Test 2023) and Response Sheet on its website iimcat.ac.in.
(2024-12-05). Fact Check: Image showing Muslim teen kissing pregnant Hindu woman AI generated. ummid.com An image showing a 16-year-old boy in Muslim attire kissing a Hindu woman going viral on social media is not real, but generated by AI, Fact Check analysis revealed.
(2024-12-05). Over 60 thinkers to join Riyadh Philosophy Conference 2024. ummid.com The Riyadh International Philosophy Conference 2024 is gearing up for its 4th and largest edition yet.
(2024-12-05). Bitcoin crosses historic milestone of $100,000. ummid.com Bitcoin — the most popular cryptocurrency, Thursday December 05, 2024 crossed the $100,000 value mark, marking a massive recovery from this year's low of $38,505.
(2024-12-05). The problem with Joe and Hunter. mronline.org 
The outrage surrounding President Biden's pardon of his son Hunter Biden is not just about clemency for the relatively minor charges he was facing. The younger Biden has lived a life of great privileges, all granted to him by his father, who is equally undeserving of his own success. Fortunately, the two corrupt mediocrities will soon fade away and the public will be spared from watching them fail upward.
(2024-12-05). South Korean President declares martial law, sparking protest. mronline.org 
In his announcement declaring martial law, President Yoon Suk Yeol stated that he seeks to eradicate "shameless pro-North Korean anti-state forces".
(2024-12-05). South Korea's Six-Hour Martial Law. popularresistance.org South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol on Tuesday declared martial law, suspended the South Korean legislature and banned elected representatives from accessing the National Assembly building using massive police presence. | And then six hours later he rescinded the order. | President Yoon had declared in a public address to the Korean people that the move was to protect a "liberal South Korea from the threats posed by North Korea's communist forces and to eliminate anti-state elements."
(2024-12-05). Anti-Imperialism And The Tricontinental Vocation. popularresistance.org Radical economist Samir Amin understood well that revolutionary offensives against the imperialism of the triad (USA, EU, and Japan) will come from the tricontinental sphere of Asia, Africa, and Latin America. The peripheries of the world-system are where the contradictions of capitalist-imperialism are the most heightened, and where the fissures can be exploited. According to Amin, we must analyze social struggles at three levels: the popular classes, nations, and states. This essay seeks to validate Amin's argument by highlighting the anti-imperialist victories in the tricontinental sphere, while also providing…
(2024-12-05). Delegation From Alliance Of Sahel States Visits Cuba. popularresistance.org From November 8 to 15, twelve people from the countries of the Sahel visited Cuba to meet with Cuban people who carry forward the revolutionary project, and learn about Cuba's socialist model and deep friendship with the peoples of Africa. The delegation sought to learn lessons from Cuba's decades-long revolution to help advance the new revolutions being constructed in the Sahel. | This was the first delegation of Africans traveling to Cuba from the Alliance of Sahel States (AES), a Pan-African anti-imperialist confederation consisting of Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger.
(2024-12-05). Report: 2024 Protests Against Military Air Shows. popularresistance.org In 2024, Veterans For Peace organized nine protests of military air shows across the country and invited 350.org, a global climate justice organization, to join the No Military Air Shows (No MAS!) campaign. Members of Veterans For Peace, 350.org, Extinction Rebellion, US Resist, and local environmental and civic groups showed up to educate the public and protest air shows from Portland, Oregon to New Brunswick, Maine. Veterans For Peace and 350.org also launched a petition to the Secretaries of the Navy and the Air Force to end these noisy, expensive, and polluting air shows.
(2024-12-05). Southern Workers Prepare For An Uphill Battle Under Trump. popularresistance.org The hours were long and the pay painfully little. But Naomi Harris kept her head down, pushed on, telling herself she had few options. | She worked the first and sometimes the late-night shift at a Waffle House, in Columbia, S.C., sometimes putting in 17 hours. Exhausted by the sweltering heat and long hours in the restaurant, she often went home with a powerful headache. | In July of last year, she felt she had to speak up. It was the morning rush, and she was the only server. The temperature was in the mid-90s. The air conditioning was out‚Äâ—‚Äâas it had been for a while…
(2024-12-05). Berlin Conference 140 Years Later. globalresearch.ca From November 15, 1884, until February 26, 1885, the Berlin West Africa Conference was held in Germany where numerous European states convened to carve up the continent based upon their own economic interests. | Commonly known as the Berlin Conference, the …
(2024-12-05). Bangladesh mission in India attacked: Why are ties in freefall? aljazeera.com India-Bangladesh relations further strained as two nations trade accusations of alleged attacks on Hindus.
(2024-12-05). South Korea's Yoon focus of police 'treason' probe over martial law chaos. aljazeera.com Complaints submitted with police accuse the president and other officials of 'treason' for declaring martial law.
(2024-12-05). Ukraine sanctions Georgian leaders over crackdown on pro-EU protests. aljazeera.com President Zelenskyy targets the prime minister and other Georgian Dream figures for 'handing the country over to Putin'.
(2024-12-05). Ukraine seeks to ensure weapons supply as Russia hammers its defences. aljazeera.com Kyiv's forces claim Russia is losing troops at a record rate in its push to advance in eastern Ukraine.
(2024-12-05). UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson killed: Who are the victim and suspect? aljazeera.com Brian Thompson was fatally shot in Midtown Manhattan, triggering a frantic manhunt.
(2024-12-05). Who takes over if South Korea's President Yoon is removed? aljazeera.com If Yoon gets impeached or steps down after martial law saga, PM Han Duck-soo will step in as interim president.
(2024-12-05). Papa Biden is a liar, and American justice is a lie. aljazeera.com The brouhaha over President Biden's predictable volte-face to pardon his wayward son is missing an obvious point.
(2024-12-05). Rising to the Challenge: Morocco's short-statured football team. aljazeera.com The inspirational story of the Moroccan football team that raises awareness of dwarfism through sport.
(2024-12-05). How much does food cost in Gaza? aljazeera.com AJLabs breaks down the cost of food and other essentials in the besieged enclave.
(2024-12-05). Video: Bahamas politician hurls parliament mace out of window. aljazeera.com Video from the Bahamas shows an opposition MP staging a protest in parliament.
(2024-12-05). Afghanistan's Rashid, Nabi urge Taliban to revoke ban on women's education. aljazeera.com The star cricketers were responding to reports that the Taliban had forbidden females from receiving medical education.
(2024-12-05). India captain Rohit drops down the order for second test in Adelaide. aljazeera.com Rohit Sharma will move to the middle order after KL Rahul was retained as opener for the tourists.
(2024-12-05). South Korea's economy rattled by martial law decree. aljazeera.com South Korean president's bid to erase 'Korea discount' sputters after martial law declaration unnerves markets.
(2024-12-05). Bitcoin tops $100,000 after Trump picks crypto-friendly SEC chair. aljazeera.com Cryptocurrency surges to new high after Paul Atkins is nominated to head the Securities and Exchange Commission.
(2024-12-05). Weapon contamination in Ethiopia wrecks limbs and dreams. aljazeera.com Unexploded ordnance in Tigray continues to pose a serious threat to children, who are often the most affected.
(2024-12-05). Colombia's President Petro replaces finance minister embroiled in scandal. aljazeera.com Ricardo Bonilla is the second finance minister to depart Petro's government, which faces legislative hurdles and probes.
(2024-12-05). Mexico announces largest fentanyl seizure in its history, amid US pressure. aljazeera.com The government also revealed it had detained thousands of migrants, as it attempts to appease Trump's border concerns.
(2024-12-05). Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,015. aljazeera.com These were the key developments on the 1,015th day of the Russia-Ukraine war.
(2024-12-05). US says 'Salt Typhoon' Chinese hacking group behind major metadata theft. aljazeera.com Senior US official says that dozens of telecoms providers around world targeted as China slams cybersecurity 'slander'.
(2024-12-05). Cricket Australia defends Afghanistan boycott after hypocrisy accusation. aljazeera.com Australian cricket chief 'proud' of decision to cancel bilateral series after outgoing ICC chair questions 'principles'.
(2024-12-05). Myanmar: International Criminal Court Prosecutor requests arrest warrant for military leader in key step towards accountability for crimes against Rohingya. fidh.org
(2024-12-05). Head of the committee monitoring ceasefire in Lebanon General Jesper Jeffers and US Ambassador Lisa Johnson visit Lebanese Speaker Nabih Berri in Beirut. english.almanar.com.lb
(2024-12-05). Hochstein to Visit Lebanon as Berri Receives Head of Committee Monitoring Ceasefire. english.almanar.com.lb Lebanese Speaker Nabih Berri met with the head of the US-led Committee Monitoring the Ceasefire in Lebanon, as the US special envoy Amos Hochstein is to visit Beirut in the coming days, a report said on Thursday. Speaker Berri received General Jasper Jeffers in his residence in Beirut's Ain Al-Tine, National News Agency (NNA) reported. …
(2024-12-05). Sri Lanka: Reading the General Election 2024. cadtm.org
(2024-12-05). Sri Lanka's People Have Kicked Out the Old Political Class. cadtm.org
(2024-12-05). The CADTM International network condemns the cowardice of Northern governments in response to the climate emergency. cadtm.org
(2024-12-05). Ireland election: its economic model under threat? cadtm.org
(2024-12-05). Blinken Is Pushing For Ukrainian Teens To Die For US Hegemony. thealtworld.com US Secretary of State Antony Blinken
(2024-12-05). Blinken Is Pushing For Ukrainian Teens To Die For US Hegemony. caitlinjohnstone.com.au Notes From The Edge Of The Narrative Matrix: 
‚ùñ | US Secretary of State Antony Blinken
(2024-12-05). The future of Hezbollah after Lebanon's ceasefire. newarab.com 
(2024-12-05). The Evils of Mass Deportation. counterpunch.org 
As America braces for the return of Donald Trump to the White House, the policies of his second administration will cause severe damage to the nation. Chief among them, of course, is Trump's promise to carry out a mass deportation of refugees and migrants who have arrived in the country over the last several years in pursuit
(2024-12-05). Historical Narratives, Claims, Mutual Pain, Loss, and Trauma. counterpunch.org 
When considering the "Palestinian Question", it helps to identify all true, core issues. I believe most rational, literate people would agree that it is inherently wrong for a powerful foreign military to forcibly eject a people from their ancestral homeland and bequeath land to someone else entirely. But I am not talking about the victorious
(2024-12-05). Alliance for the Wild Rockies Challenges BLM Plan to Gut the Garnet Mountain Range. counterpunch.org 
The Garnet Mountains lie between the Blackfoot and Clark Fork Rivers, stretching from Bonner to east of Drummond, Montana. They are south of the Bob Marshall and Scapegoat Wilderness areas and provide critical habitat to bull trout, grizzly bears, wolverines, and lynx, all of which are on the Endangered Species List. Yet, the Bureau of Land
(2024-12-05). Bhopal Gas Tragedy: Forty Years of Struggle for Justice—Part 4. counterpunch.org 
May 12, 1986, Judge John F. Keenan of the southern district court of New York dismissed the complaint filed by the Union of India against Union Carbide Corporation (UCC) on April 8, 1985. The Order dismissing the complaint, which has been reproduced in Upendra Baxi (ed.), Inconvenient Forum and Convenient Catastrophe: The Bhopal Case, July 1986,
(2024-12-05). Trump's Tech-Driven Legacy in the Middle East. counterpunch.org The Middle East stands at a critical technological crossroads, where America's influence could shift dramatically from oil fields to data fields under a second Trump presidency. As regional powerhouses like Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates accelerate their transition toward digital economies, Trump's business-centric approach to foreign policy could fundamentally reshape America's role in
(2024-12-05). Hey Joe, Pardon Me and Everyone Else! counterpunch.org 
On December 1, outgoing US president Joe Biden issued a pardon for all federal crimes his son, Hunter, "has committed or may have committed or taken part in during the period from January 1, 2014 through December 1, 2024." Can he do that? Yes. Constitutionally, the president exercises "Power to grant Reprieves and Pardons for
(2024-12-05). Report Launch: how the International Criminal Court and civil society can enhance collaboration for a stronger Court. fidh.org
(2024-12-05). Temblors Rattle Southwestern Iran. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Several earthquakes, the biggest of which measured 5.6 on the Richter scale, struck Iran's southwestern province of Khuzestan on Thursday, December 5.
(2024-12-05). 16 crested ibises back from Japan settle at Beijing Zoo. ecns.cn Sixteen crested ibises that returned from Japan on Oct. 31, 2024, arrived at Beijing Zoo on Wednesday after one-month quarantine, according to the zoo.
(2024-12-05). UNDP biodiversity conservation, sustainable use project launched in east China. ecns.cn A plaque unveiling ceremony was held to launch the project of biodiversity conservation and sustainable initiative at Datong Village near the Jiulong Peak social public welfare natural reserve of Huangshan Mountain, in Huangshan City, East China's Anhui Province on Wednesday.
(2024-12-05). China, Philippines jointly repatriate 200 Chinese nationals involved in offshore gambling. ecns.cn Chinese and Philippine law enforcement agencies once again collaborated to repatriate nearly 200 Chinese nationals involved in offshore gambling in the Philippines on Thursday, according to the Chinese Embassy in the Philippines.
(2024-12-05). Chinese scientists discover the most complete genome of Tibetan antelope. ecns.cn Chinese scientists have successfully assembled a chromosome-level genome of the Tibetan antelope, the most accurate, complete, and continuous of its kind to date.
(2024-12-05). China sanctions U.S. firms and executives over arms sales to Taiwan. ecns.cn China decided to impose countermeasures against 13 U.S. military companies and six senior executives for arms sales to the Taiwan region, according to a decree issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Thursday.
(2024-12-05). Chinese Foreign Ministry sends congratulations as UNESCO inscribes Spring Festival on intangible cultural heritage list. ecns.cn In response to UNESCO on Wednesday inscribing Spring Festival on the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian congratulated China on this achievement on Thursday.
(2024-12-05). Sino-U.S. trade ties in focus at Chicago gala. ecns.cn A business event in Chicago has brought together prominent current and former officials from the United States and China to discuss opportunities for deeper bilateral cooperation.
(2024-12-05). PLA hosts leaders of African navies. ecns.cn China's People's Liberation Army Navy convened naval leaders from 18 countries across the Gulf of Guinea region in Shanghai on Wednesday for the second seminar on the Gulf of Guinea maritime security situation.
(2024-12-05). CCG takes measures against Japanese vessel illegally entering waters off China's Diaoyu Islands. ecns.cn Japanese fishing boat Zuihou Maru illegally entered Chinese territorial waters off Diaoyu Islands on Thursday. China Coast Guard vessels took necessary control measures in accordance with the law, warning and driving it away.
(2024-12-05). Trump tariffs seen to stunt Europe's growth. ecns.cn The proposed tariffs by the United States President-elect Donald Trump will hit Europe by weakening economic growth and result in a lose-lose situation for both sides of the Atlantic, European officials and experts have said.
(2024-12-05). Xi extends congratulations to Namibian president-elect. ecns.cn Chinese President Xi Jinping on Thursday sent a congratulatory message to Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah on her election as president of Namibia.
(2024-12-05). Drugs containing pangolin ingredients must not be newly included in medical insurance coverage. ecns.cn Pangolin decoction pieces remain ineligible for medical insurance coverage and drugs containing pangolin ingredients must not be newly included in medical insurance coverage.
(2024-12-05). Integrated 'Join in Card' launched for expats. ecns.cn China recently issued its first integrated foreigner's work permit and social security card to provide more convenience for foreigners living in the country.
(2024-12-05). Shanghai's first airport link railway to start operation soon. ecns.cn Shanghai's first airport link railway connecting the major international aviation hubs of Pudong and Hongqiao is set to begin official operations within this year, reducing travel time between the airports to just 40 minutes.
(2024-12-05). Park in Southwest China revives scene of exotic planet. ecns.cn Known as the "Bermuda Triangle of Chinese Geology," Moshi Park has gained popularity with its unparalleled geologic formations of mylonitic rocks. Spanning 4.8 square kilometers at an altitude of about 3,500 meters, the park brings visitors into the world of an "exotic planet."
(2024-12-05). 300 Chinese artifacts exhibited in Russia. ecns.cn About 300 Chinese artifact of the 50s were displayed at the exhibition, which will run from Dec. 5 to March 3, 2025 in Moscow.
(2024-12-05). Taihe Gate of Palace Museum under renovation. ecns.cn A massive heritage project to repair historic buildings in the Palace Museum is under way in Beijing.
(2024-12-05). China's new remote-sensing satellite sent into space. ecns.cn A Kuaizhou-1A carrier rocket carrying Haishao-1 satellite blasts off from the Xichang Satellite Launch Center in southwest China's Sichuan Province, Dec. 4, 2024.
(2024-12-05). Martin Jacques: I don't agree with the Western critique of ethnicity in China. ecns.cn What is striking about China is, first of all, its significant ethnic diversity, he remarked in an exclusive interview with China News Network, noting that the Chinese nation's diversity in unity reflects greater tolerance compared to a single-ethnicity nation-state.
(2024-12-05). China to open its door wider to world. ecns.cn Foreign Minister Wang Yi said the Hainan FTP has become a new frontier of China's institutional openingup, a new hotbed of mutual beneficial regional cooperation, and a new engine driving economic globalization.
(2024-12-05). My final moments with Refaat Alareer. electronicintifada.net After one of many days spent together, we parted for the last time soon before his murder.
(2024-12-05). Amid Gaza's devastation, hope and resilience still sprout. electronicintifada.net Separated from her husband since last year, one woman digs deep to find within her the strength to carry on for her three young children.
(2024-12-05). Lebanon deserves peace, so does Gaza. electronicintifada.net The silence of world governments, and the indifference that accompanies it, weighs heavily on people in Gaza.
(2024-12-05). Hezbollah Secretary General Sheikh Naim Qassem to deliver a televised speech tonight at 6 p.m. english.almanar.com.lb
(2024-12-05). Sheikh Qassem: Victorious Hezbollah Committed to Reconstruction and Funding Project of Housing the Displaced. english.almanar.com.lb Hezbollah Secretary General Sheikh Naim Qassem stressed on Thursday that the enemy sought to crush the resistance through its aggression but was met with the "Battle of The Formidable in Might". In a televised speech, Sheikh Qassem said, "For 64 days, we endured sacrifices, pain, martyrs, and injuries with patience, resilience, and reliance on Allah." …
(2024-12-05). Governments don't mind exposing people to health risks as long as it appears they are doing something about climate change (even if they aren't). expose-news.com New Zealand's Environment Protection Authority gave the green light to register Bovaer in August 2023, the first step to approving its use in the country. Although any current New Zealand use is …
(2024-12-05). Next time, can we have a taller PM and other passing observations. expose-news.com In his latest passing observations, Dr. Vernon Coleman wonders if doctors refusing to see their patients face-to-face should be considered a hate crime. He also notes that short Prime Ministers have not …
(2024-12-05). Trump Takes Aim at BRICS (and the Global Economy). fpif.org Donald Trump, a man who never shied from bold declarations, has once again turned the global stage into a theater of economic brinkmanship. His target: the BRICS coalition, a bloc of emerging powers that includes China, Brazil, India, Russia, and South Africa (and now Iran, the UAE, Ethiopia, and Egypt as well). With more than 30 countries showing interest, BRICS is steadily challenging the traditional economic order. | Trump, in his signature style, announced on Truth Social that BRICS nations could face 100 percent tariffs should they dare to establish a unified currency or undermine the U.S. dollar. "The idea…
(2024-12-05). This Week's Most Popular Articles. globalresearch.ca 
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(2024-12-05). Holistic Treatment Options for Restless Legs Syndrome. globalresearch.ca Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS) affects 7% to 10% of Americans, causing an urge to move legs during rest. While medications are available, they may worsen symptoms long-term, prompting interest in alternative treatments | A comprehensive review of 24 studies found that …
(2024-12-05). You'd Better Watch Out: The Surveillance State Is Making a List, and You're On It. globalresearch.ca "He sees you when you're sleeping
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(2024-12-05). Global Research's Holiday Fundraiser. globalresearch.ca Dear Readers, | Every year has its own surprises but 2024 has been the most difficult year for us by far. Global Research is a purely reader-supported organization. | Our readership has shrunk despite our best efforts to extend our online reach. …
(2024-12-05). There Never Was a "New Corona Virus", There Never Was a Pandemic. globalresearch.ca The official story is that a dangerous new coronavirus was detected in Wuhan, PRC. It had not been isolated, it's identity had not been confirmed. And then in February, the name of the "new virus" was changed to SARS-CoV-2, a virus first detected 20 years ago in 2003.
(2024-12-05). Brexit cuts British food exports to the EU by nearly £3bn per year. leftfootforward.org Exports to the EU have fallen by an average of 16% per year in the last three years…
(2024-12-05). The Oligarchic Dozen: Top 12 US billionaires amass $2 trillion in wealth. nationofchange.org The wealth of America's richest 12 billionaires has doubled since 2020, raising concerns about democracy, climate, and economic inequality.
(2024-12-05). Billionaire pick for key Pentagon job tied to Khashoggi's murderers and defense industry conflicts. nationofchange.org Critics warn Stephen Feinberg's nomination for a top Pentagon role underscores troubling ties to Khashoggi's murder and the defense industry.
(2024-12-05). Watchdogs say Elon Musk has 'declared war on Social Security'. nationofchange.org Critics warn Musk's endorsement of anti-Social Security rhetoric and his advisory role could pave the way for privatization, threatening millions of Americans' financial security.
(2024-12-05). New UN aid head to prioritise spending amid urgent calls for aid. newarab.com 
The new head of the Tom Fletcher, a longtime British diplomat who took up the UN post last month, said his agency is asking for less money in 2025 than this year. | He said it wants to show "we will focus and target the resources we have," even as crises grow more numerous, intense and long-lasting. | His agency, the UN Office…
(2024-12-05). 'Wicked' film pulled from Kuwait cinemas 'over LGBTQ cast'. newarab.com 
The critically acclaimed musical Wicked has been While a reason for the ban has not been given, local media reports have suggested that the ban may be linked to the film's LGBTQ cast. | The film, directed by Jon M. Chu, is an adaptation of Broadway's reimagining of The Wizard of Oz. It pre…
(2024-12-05). Britain, Qatar to sign agreement on financial services. newarab.com 
A delegation from Qatar will be hosted by
(2024-12-05). France, KSA to co-chair conference on Palestine state: Macron. newarab.com 
(2024-12-05). Iran FM Abbas Araghchi: 'Our region needs peace and stability'. newarab.com 
(2024-12-05). Iran frees Nobel winner for three weeks, calls for release grow. newarab.com 
Iranian authorities on Wednesday freed Nobel peace prize winner Addressing reporters in Paris, Mohammadi's 18-year-old son, Ali Rahmani, said he had been able to speak by phone to his mother for the first time in two years. | Her lawyer Mostafa Nili earlier announced on X that her jail sentence had been "suspended" for three weeks and she had…
(2024-12-05). South Korean president faces impeachment after martial law. newarab.com 
South Korean lawmakers submitted a bill on Wednesday to impeach President Yoon Suk Yeol The surprise declaration of martial law in the major US ally late on Tuesday caused a standoff with parliament, which rejected Yoon's attempt to ban political activity and censor the media, as armed troops forced their way into the National Assembly building in Seoul. | The main opposition Democratic…
(2024-12-05). UN urges Afghan Taliban not to block women's medical training. newarab.com 
The UN mission to Afghanistan on Wednesday urged the A health ministry source and managers from private medical institutes, which offer training in subjects such as midwifery and nursing, told AFP on Tuesday the public health ministry had issued a directive fr…
(2024-12-05). Red Sea ecosystem at risk after cargo ship sinks near El Quseir. newarab.com 
Efforts are underway in Egypt's El Quseir to contain an oil slick caused by the sinking of the cargo ship VSG Glory near the shore on 2 December. | The ship, en route from Yemen to Egypt's Port Tewfik, Greenpeace MENA reports the cargo included 4,000 metric tonnes of bran, 70 tonnes of fuel oil, and 50 tonnes of diesel. The incident caused a fuel spill, with some of the ship's 70-tonne oil reserv…
(2024-12-05). "Gas on a Dumpster Fire": Immigration Policy Under Trump 2.0. otherwords.org
(2024-12-05). In OtherWords: December 5, 2024. otherwords.org For most of us, this is the season of giving. But if you're in a certain, extraordinarily slim segment of the wealthiest Americans, it's also the season of taking — taking tax deductions. | As Chuck Collins and Bella DeVaan share this week, America's billionaires are exploiting our charitable giving laws to claim big tax breaks, which are subsidized by the rest of us. And their wealth managers are keeping that money parked in interest-generating funds, collecting management fees — and keeping that "charitable" money out of the hands of real charities. This week in OtherWords, Chuck and Bella explain h…
(2024-12-05). Film about the Galapagos Islands at Havana's festival. plenglish.com Havana, Dec 5 (Prensa Latina) The Ecuadorian-Cuban film "La Invención de las Especies" (The Invention of Species), made in the Galapagos Islands, is competing in the fiction feature film category at the 45th International Festival of New Latin American Cinema.
(2024-12-05). Niger Resists in the Crosshairs of Sanctions and Climate Catastrophe. pressenza.com In the aftermath of the devastation left behind in the wake of unprecedented floods, Nigeriens are rebuilding their livelihoods and economy with the help of several relief measures instituted by the government to drastically cut prices of essential commodities and services. | By Pavan Kulkarni | The Sahel-wide flooding between June and October of 2024 has exacted a particularly high toll on the people of Niger, destroying crops, cattle, houses, and infrastructure in one of the world's poorest countries. The country's economy had already been strangled by seven-month-long sanctions. | By late September, at least 3…
(2024-12-05). This Is Why Blinken, Sullivan, Biden and Their Advisors Are Attempting To Instigate a World War Before January 20, 2025. pressenza.com Two New Major Realizations: | By late 2023, it had become clear to countries all over the world that: | Nearly 10 rounds of US/NATO economic sanctions against Russia had no effect. in fact, the sanctions had the opposite effect of the one that was intended. Instead of collapsing, Russia's economy jumped from number 6 in the world to number 4, surpassing Germany and Japan by the beginning of 2024.(1) | It became clear after a year and a half of battle, that Ukraine had no chance of winning the proxy war of attrition against Russia.(2) | The World Received Its Cue and the World Bolted (Away From the US)…
(2024-12-05). Iran: NATO should answer for growing global insecurity. presstv.ir Iran says the new NATO secretary general should feel responsible for increasing global insecurity, particularly in Europe.
(2024-12-05). Iran bids farewell to 300 unidentified martyrs of Iraqi-imposed war. presstv.ir Funeral processions have been held across Iran to honor 300 unidentified martyrs of Iraq's 1980-88 war.
(2024-12-05). Ukraine Briefing: Russia's Oreshnik redefines modern warfare, Zelensky admits it's game over & more. thesiriusreport.com 
We discuss why the Russian Oreshnik ballistic missile is indeed a gamechanger and has redefined global warfare and why NATO is privately admitting so. We then discuss Ukraine's perspective on the war and how finally reality is hitting home.
(2024-12-05). Mass Funerals Held for Unidentified Iranian Martyrs. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — People across Iran attended the funeral processions for 300 unidentified martyrs on Thursday morning.
(2024-12-05). Iran Eyes Close Alliance with China, Russia in Countering US Unilateralism. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian expressed his administration's determination to promote cooperation with China and Russia in countering the US' unilateral policies.
(2024-12-05). Join the Resistance? Yes, But… tomdispatch.com Count on one thing: the next four years are going to be tough. If you can muster the energy for political action while Donald Trump and his minions rule Washington, it will have to be channeled in two ways: first, resisting the worst excesses of him (and his party of billionaires); and second, keeping up the effort to make life truly better for everyone, especially the most vulnerable among us. Or wait. Should it be the other way around? Could a good offense be the best defense? At the moment, it's a question that's not getting much attention. It may seem all too obvious right now that resistance has to be the to…
(2024-12-05). Thailand: United Nations body concerned over detention conditions, torture, enforced disappearances. fidh.org
(2024-12-05). African countries set to promote investment and cooperation in energy sector. tvbrics.com 
The African Energy Week (AEW) was held in Cape Town…
(2024-12-05). China's Heilongjiang Province's trade volume with BRICS countries exceeds 200 billion yuan. tvbrics.com 
Trade turnover grew by 11.7 per cent…
(2024-12-05). Chinese scientists create comprehensive pan-genome map of rice. tvbrics.com 
This discovery expands the genetic reservoir of rice by 1.7 times, presenting vast opportunities for crop improvement…
(2024-12-05). Experts to discuss the concept of people's saving at the international forum "SO.ZNANIE" tvbrics.com 
Ensuring sustainable economic and social well-being of citizens will be the key topic of discussion…
(2024-12-05). Iran and Saudi Arabia to form joint working group on agriculture and environmental collaboration. tvbrics.com 
This initiative signals a renewed focus on fostering sustainable solutions through regional partnerships…
(2024-12-05). Iran unveils tourist card initiative to boost international travel. tvbrics.com 
The introduction of the tourist card is seen as a step towards greater convenience for international travellers…
(2024-12-05). Over 63.9 million rural Indians achieve digital literacy. tvbrics.com 
The government has also launched initiatives to generate IT jobs in smaller towns…
(2024-12-05). Thailand's National Day celebrations are held in number of countries. tvbrics.com Events were held in Russia, the UAE, China, Saudi Arabia and other countries…
(2024-12-05). Heroic Mayor of Dniprorudne: A Tragic Tale of Courage and Sacrifice. devdiscourse.com Yevhen Matvieiev, the long-serving mayor of Dniprorudne, remained in his city during the Russian invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, prioritizing humanitarian aid and security over personal safety.
(2024-12-05). International stroke research project comes to a close after 7 years. imperial.ac.uk The PRESTIGE-AF consortium met in London for the project's final meeting, bringing the project which launched in 2017 to a close.
(2024-12-05). Major research project to boost climate change resilience of Africa's cities. imperial.ac.uk
(2024-12-05). Kosovo journalist Berat Buzhala, Nacionale newsroom receive death threat. cpj.org/feed/atom/
(2024-12-05). Africa's foreign policy must focus on continental needs. plusnews.ug 
Rather than seeking common African positions, prioritising Africa's development and peace can provide a foundation for meaningful global influence. The international order is being challenged by tensions between the global north or West and the emerging global south powers, particularly the BRICS+ group. In a divided world, major and middle powers from both sides are …
(2024-12-05). Channel 4 denies Fraser Nelson's Dispatches conflict of interest — as Nelson boasts otherwise. thecanary.co After the Canary revealed the glaring conflict of interest of presenter Fraser Nelson in Channel 4's Dispatches, the producer has come out and contested this. This concerned its latest rancidly ableist, and error-riddled episode titled: 'Britain's Benefits Scandal'. Notably, the Canary highlighted that Nelson sits on the advisory board to the dodgy dark money think …
(2024-12-05). Civilian Report Spurs Comprehensive Review of October 7 Events. themedialine.org 
(2024-12-05). Iranian Military Aircraft Crashes During Test Flight, Killing 2 Pilots. themedialine.org 
(2024-12-05). France's Macron Calls for Unified Approach to Middle East Peace, Rejects Normalization with Assad. themedialine.org 
(2024-12-05). Sporting nation, lost identity: where's the real Australia gone? onlineopinion.com.au What is sport really doing for Australia's identity today? Has our entire sense of self been reduced to an obsession with who can throw, kick, or run the fastest?
(2024-12-05). Koreans Rise Up Against Martial Law: U.S. Ally Set Back By Mass People's Movement. youtube.com 
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law on Tuesday, and South Koreans are demanding his impeachment. The US has maintained a close relationship with Yoon and plays a dominating role on the Korean peninsula. Brian and Jamie Tyberg, an organizer with Nodutdol, break through the lies about Korea, discuss the current unfolding situation, …
(2024-12-05). CPJ condemns police brutality against journalists covering Georgian protests. cpj.org/feed/atom/
(2024-12-05). N1 TV, Nova journalists attacked while covering Serbian demonstrations. cpj.org/feed/atom/
(2024-12-05). CONSUMER ALERT: Attorney General James Provides Tips for New Yorkers to Protect Themselves from Package Theft. urbancny.com 
New York — New York Attorney General Letitia James today issued a consumer alert warning New Yorkers about the rise of package theft and providing tips to protect consumers from porch pirates, or those who steal packages from people's homes. Package theft increases during the holiday season, and Attorney General James encourages all New Yorkers to take steps to protect their deliveries and report instances of theft to local law enforcement. "Package and mail theft can be heartbreaking and put New Yorkers' personal and financial information at risk," said Attorney General James. "As package theft spikes duri…
(2024-12-05). Oregon Prison Limits Solitary to 90 Days. This BLM Protester Has Been in the Hole for 250. theintercept.com 
The man who received the harshest federal sentence in connection with 2020 protests against police brutality has been in solitary confinement for more than 250 days. Last Friday, Malik Muhammad ended a nine-day hunger strike undertaken in protest of his solitary confinement at Oregon State Penitentiary. | At the height of Black Lives Matter protests in 2020, Muhammad, a disabled Army combat veteran diagnosed with
(2024-12-05). Puffed up in times of riches and harbours bad suspicion when facing trials. salaficentre.com In The Name of Allah, The Most Merciful, The Bestower of Mercy. Allah [The Most High] said: ŸÅŸéÿ£ŸéŸÖŸëŸéÿß ÿߟџíÿ•ŸêŸÜÿ≥Ÿéÿߟܟè ÿ•Ÿêÿ∞Ÿéÿß ŸÖŸéÿß ÿßÿ®Ÿíÿ™ŸéŸÑŸéÿߟáŸè ÿ±Ÿéÿ®…
(2024-12-05). Georgia: Law enforcement officers must be held accountable for the unlawful use of force against protesters. fidh.org
(2024-12-05). Declaración sobre las acusaciones de conducta indebida contra el fiscal de la Corte Penal Internacional Karim Khan. fidh.org
(2024-12-05). Don't blame Biden for inflation. Blame the climate. grist.org 
Angela Bishop has been struggling with what she describes as "the cost of everything lately." Groceries are one stressor, although she gets some reprieve from the free school lunches her four kids receive. Still, a few years of the stubbornly high cost of gas, utilities, and clothing have been pain points. | "We've just seen the prices before our eyes just skyrocket," said Bishop, who is 39. She moved her family to Richmond, Virginia from California a few years ago to stop "living paycheck to paycheck," but things have been so difficult lately she's worried it won't be long before they are once again barely ge…
(2024-12-05). The Trump Cabinet nominees who could decide our climate future. grist.org 
(2024-12-05). Elon Musk's $100m Threat to Bankroll Nigel Farage and Reform Exposes the Gaping Loopholes Endangering UK Democracy. bylinetimes.com Reports that billionaire X/Twitter owner Elon Musk is considering donating nearly £80 million ($100m) to Nigel Farage's Reform UK party have sounded alarm bells about the state of Britain's loophole-ridden election laws. | Anti-corruption experts warn that outdated regulations leave the door open for hugely wealthy foreign donors to interfere in UK elections. | The sheer scale of Musk's mooted donation should not be underestimated, given it is close to the total amount donated by all other political donors put together in the UK last year. | However, as things stand there is little to prevent it happeni…
(2024-12-05). A blow to the Astana. unitedworldint.com Defending the nation state and its institutions, which protect the integrity and unity of the countries in the region, has been a cornerstone of Egypt's foreign policy over the past 10 years, explains Egypt's leading newspaper Al Ahram. The following article appeared as an editorial statement in Egypt's leading newspaper Al Ahram. It appears in …
(2024-12-05). Northern Marianas leaders meet Taiwan President Lai Ching-te in Guam. asiapacificreport.nz By Mark Rabago, RNZ Pacific Commonwealth of the Northern Marianas correspondent Northern Marianas Governor Arnold Palacios and Senator Celina Babauta have travelled to Guam to attend a luncheon with Taiwan President Lai Ching-te. Taiwan is officially known as the Republic of China (Taiwan). China claims Taiwan as its own territory, with no right to state-to-state…
(2024-12-05). Yunus Calls for Unity in Bangladesh Amid Minority Attacks. devdiscourse.com Bangladesh's interim government head, Muhammad Yunus, urged religious leaders on Thursday for their cooperation in gathering precise information on minority attacks. His call to action comes amidst reports of increased violence against Hindus, sparking concerns of misinformation spread by some foreign media.
(2024-12-05). Brazen Midtown Murder: The Unsettling Death of UnitedHealth Executive. devdiscourse.com The New York City Police Department is on high alert following the killing of UnitedHealth executive Brian Thompson. The shocking murder took place just outside a Midtown Manhattan hotel on Wednesday morning. According to police reports, the gunman fired at Thompson from behind in what has been described as a targeted attack.
(2024-12-05). India's Journey: Bridging Bharatiyata and Modernity. devdiscourse.com Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan highlighted India's unique ability to integrate modern technology with traditional values, emphasizing the nation's 'Bharatiyata' at an event on Thursday.
(2024-12-05). PCC to Hold 16th Quarterly Meeting, Focus on COP29 Feedback and Climate Change Response Fund. devdiscourse.com The Presidential Climate Commission (PCC) is set to hold its 16th Quarterly Commission meeting on Friday, 6 December 2024, at the Women's Jail at Constitutional Hill in Johannesburg. The meeting will address key issues, including feedback from the recently concluded COP29, updates on the Climate Change Response Fund (CCRF), and the leadership transition within the Commission.
(2024-12-05). Bahamas Braces for Leadership Changes Amid Massive Drug Trafficking Scandal. devdiscourse.com The Bahamas is undergoing significant leadership changes after its police commissioner, Clayton Fernander, resigned. His resignation follows a US indictment that ties Bahamian police officers to a massive drug trafficking conspiracy. Fernander, who faces no charges, stepped down as part of efforts to restore trust in the police force.
(2024-12-05). Honoring Change: Harroop Singh Bola Wins Diana Award for Social Impact. devdiscourse.com In a prestigious recognition of outstanding leadership and social impact, Harroop Singh Bola, a 23-year-old student from London, was named a winner of this year's Diana Award.
(2024-12-05). India's Passport Services Expansion: Bringing Convenience to Your Nearest Post Office. devdiscourse.com In a bid to enhance citizen convenience, the Indian government announced plans to expand the number of Post Office Passport Seva Kendras (POPSKs) from 442 to 600 in the next five years.
(2024-12-05). Karnataka's Political Scandal: A Deep Dive into the MUDA Land Allotment Controversy. devdiscourse.com The legal storm surrounding Karnataka's political arena intensified as the High Court issued notices regarding a contentious investigation into allegations against Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. This probe, stemming from the alleged improper allotment of 14 prime real estate sites by MUDA to Siddaramaiah's wife, Parvathi, has escalated political tensions.
(2024-12-05). Tragic Kidnapping: The Mysterious Fate of Elliot Onil Eastman in the Philippines. devdiscourse.com Philippine authorities are grappling with the mysterious disappearance and presumed death of Elliot Onil Eastman, an American citizen reportedly killed while resisting kidnapping in Sibuco. The 26-year-old was said to have been shot by his captors, who then allegedly disposed of his body at sea.
(2024-12-05). Kerala BJP Leader Criticizes Assam's Beef Ban, Calls for Understanding. devdiscourse.com In a searing critique, BJP Kerala Vice President Major Ravi lambasted the Assam Chief Minister's recent beef ban, expressing concerns over its potential to spark communal tensions. Ravi stressed the necessity for clear differentiation between cow and beef, remarking, 'First, understand what is beef and what is cow; banning beef sends the wrong message.'
(2024-12-05). Hemant Soren's Cabinet Expansion: New Ministers Sworn In. devdiscourse.com In a significant political development in Jharkhand, eleven members were inducted into the Hemant Soren administration, signifying a new chapter in the state's governance. Among them, six hailed from the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM), reinforcing the party's strong presence in the government.
(2024-12-05). WeWork India Expands with New Bengaluru Centre. devdiscourse.com WeWork India continues its expansion by opening a new center in Bengaluru, pushing its operational desk count past 1 lakh. This marks a significant milestone since the company's entry into the Indian market in 2016.
(2024-12-05). Australia Triumphs in Thrilling Women's ODI Opener Against India. devdiscourse.com In a gripping opening to the Women's ODI series, Australia clinched victory against India at Brisbane, thanks to strong performances from Phoebe Litchfield and Georgia Voll. Chasing a modest target of 101, Australia reached the finish line with five wickets to spare.
(2024-12-05). Rohit Sharma Backs KL Rahul to Open in Adelaide Test Amid Team Adjustments. devdiscourse.com In a strategic move for the forthcoming Adelaide Test, India captain Rohit Sharma announced on Thursday that KL Rahul will open the batting against Australia in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. This decision comes after Rahul's commendable innings of 77 runs in Perth, showcasing his batting prowess. Sharma will revert to the middle order, underlining Rahul's growing importance in the lineup.
(2024-12-05). Turkey Ends Meta Probe Amid Data-Sharing Commitments. devdiscourse.com Turkey's competition board announced on Thursday that it has concluded its investigation into Meta Platforms regarding data-sharing practices between Threads and Instagram.
(2024-12-05). Hegseth Defiant, Says He Has Trump's Backing As New Report Claims He Shouted 'Kill All Muslims…'. hindustantimes.com US President-elect Donald Trump is reportedly mulling replacing his nominee for defence secretary, Pete Hegseth. This after reports surfaced over his past alleged misconduct, including sexual assault allegations. According to The New Yorker report, Hegseth also once shouted, "Kill all Muslims!" in a drunk state. Reports suggest that Trump may replace him with Florida Governor Ron DeSantis. Watch this video to know more.
(2024-12-05). Mayo Clinic Minute: Can diet help with inflammatory bowel disease? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Editor's note: Dec. 1-7 is Crohn's and Colitis Awareness Week Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a chronic inflammation of the digestive tract. It includes conditions such as ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease. People with IBD may experience persistent symptoms like frequent diarrhea, weight loss, abdominal pain and fatigue. There is no cure and no exact cause, though researchers continue to look at how genes, the microbiome and environmental factors play a role in this chronic…
(2024-12-05). Mayo Clinic Minute: A cardiologist's tips for a healthy heart. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Today's age of quick access to information, constant updates on medical advancements and health recommendations make it easy to get overwhelmed. But when it comes to maintaining a healthy heart, Dr. Francisco Lopez-Jimenez, a Mayo Clinic cardiologist, has some important and simple tips he'd like to share with everyone. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute Journalists: Broadcast-quality video pkg (1: 05) is in the downloads at the end of…
(2024-12-05). Mayo Clinic Minute: How to make healthy holiday food choices. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org During Thanksgiving, food often takes center stage at gatherings of friends and family. The focus is on turkey, pie and all the sides. But it also can challenge healthy eating habits. Andrea Delgado, a Mayo Clinic dietitian, says that by paying attention to how much you eat and how often, you can make healthy food choices during the holidays. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (1: 01) is in the downloads at the end…
(2024-12-05). Mayo Clinic Minute: What is inflammatory bowel disease? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) affects an estimated 1.6 million Americans. In fact, there are more than 70,000 new cases of IBD in the United States each year, according to the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation. IBD is a chronic condition that causes inflammation in the digestive tract, but it can also affect other areas of the body. Crohn's and Colitis (both classified as IBD) Awareness Week is observed each year from Dec. 1-7. Dr. Victor Chedid,…
(2024-12-05). (VIDEO) Laparoscopic Whipple procedure for pancreatic cancer. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Pancreatic cancer begins in the pancreas, which is located behind the stomach. It is often difficult to detect early because symptoms typically appear only after the cancer has spread. As a result, it is usually diagnosed at an advanced stage, which complicates treatment. One key treatment option is the Whipple procedure, a complex surgery that removes the head of the pancreas. There are three approaches to this challenging surgery: open, laparoscopic and robotic. Dr. Michael Kendrick, a hepatobiliary…
(2024-12-05). Mayo Clinic Minute: Knowing your family health history could save your life. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Does cancer, kidney disease or high blood pressure run in your family? Knowing your family health history is crucial. The holidays are the perfect time to share family health information with your loved ones. The Office of the Surgeon General declared Thanksgiving as National Family History Day to encourage families to share information about family medical issues that may be inherited or passed down through genetics. Dr. Tina Ardon, a Mayo Clinic family medicine physician, says…
(2024-12-05). Mayo Clinic Minute: Kitchen hand injuries to watch out for. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org It's the time of year when families and friends are gathering and celebrating the holidays. And usually, it happens in the room that tends to be the center of many gatherings — the kitchen. It's also where accidents, often hand injuries, can happen, especially when alcohol is involved. Dr. Sanj Kakar, a Mayo Clinic orthopedic surgeon, says he's seen many unfortunate hand injuries and he urges everyone to celebrate safely and use extra caution in the kitchen…
(2024-12-05). Home blood pressure monitoring benefits Dan Knapp. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Getty Images At 77, Dan Knapp prioritizes his health. "For the past twelve years, I've scheduled annual visits to monitor my conditions," says Knapp, a longtime patient at Mayo Clinic Health System in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. "It gives me peace of mind, knowing I'm doing everything I can to stay ahead of any potential issues." During these visits, Dan meets with his primary care team to discuss medication and lifestyle changes that may affect his well-being. The team…
(2024-12-05). What makes oatmeal the ideal breakfast for heart health and weight loss? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Oatmeal is a nutritious, inexpensive and versatile way to incorporate whole grains into your diet and help you start your morning off right. Oats made history when they became the first food with a Food and Drug Administration health claim label in 1997. This claim was related to heart health and showed that intake of whole oat products decreased blood cholesterol levels. What makes oats so healthy? Oats contain a type of soluble fiber called beta-glucan, which lowers blood…
(2024-12-05). Tips for coping with an anxiety disorder. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Having occasional feelings of anxiety is a normal part of life, but people with anxiety disorders experience frequent and excessive anxiety, fear, terror and panic in everyday situations. These feelings are unhealthy if they affect your quality of life and prevent you from functioning normally. Common symptoms of anxiety disorders include: Experiencing a sense of impending panic, danger or doom Feeling helpless Feeling nervous Hyperventilation Increased heart rate Obsessively thinking about the panic trigger Sweating Trembling…
(2024-12-05). Mayo Clinic Minute: Stomach cancer in younger people. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Rates of stomach cancer, which is also called gastric cancer, among younger people is on the rise. Typically, stomach cancer is diagnosed in patients in their 60s and 70s, but increasingly it's being diagnosed in younger patients. While rates of stomach cancer in older patients have been declining for decades, early onset stomach cancer is increasing and makes up around 30% of stomach cancer diagnoses. Dr. Travis Grotz, a Mayo Clinic surgical oncologist, calls this…
(2024-12-05). Mayo researchers develop AI-enhanced strategy to personalize medication alerts. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Jean Marrero-Polanco (left ) and Caroline Grant (right) collaborate on concepts for their study. Courtesy of Marrero-Polanco and Grant. Electronic health records are increasingly including technology-aided predictions of how patients may respond to specific medications, known as pharmacogenomic alerts. Two Mayo Clinic Ph.D. candidates are exploring how artificial intelligence (AI) can be used to make these alerts more actionable and less intrusive for clinicians, who can suffer from alert overload. In a new study, Ph.D….
(2024-12-05). Mayo Clinic Minute: Does thyroid cancer affect women more than men? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Women are three to four times more likely than men to be diagnosed with thyroid cancer. However, recent research shows that men face an equal risk of developing this type of cancer. Dr. Victor Bernet, a Mayo Clinic endocrinologist, says men also need to be aware of thyroid cancer risks. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute youtu.be/PGH3TROOSn4 Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (1: 05) is in the downloads at the end of this post. Please courtesy: "Mayo Clinic News…
(2024-12-05). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Cardiac arrest vs. heart attacks: Who is at risk? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: What is the difference between sudden cardiac arrest and a heart attack? Who is at risk for both, and what safety measures can we take? ANSWER: Sudden cardiac arrest may occur in various conditions when someone, while active (playing basketball or walking with friends), collapses and passes out. Their blood pressure drops, and often their heart stops. This may be caused by a lethal arrhythmia, which is when the heart beats abnormally and does…
(2024-12-05). Why Thanksgiving is the perfect time to share family health history. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org As you gather around the table this Thanksgiving to share meals, stories and traditions, consider taking a moment to talk about something that could save lives: your family's health history. Thanksgiving Day is recognized as Family Health History Day, a national call to raise awareness of inherited health risks. Mayo Clinic experts are encouraging families to use the holiday to identify these risks and take proactive steps toward prevention. "Hereditary conditions range from autoimmune disorders…
(2024-12-05). In case you missed it: This week's Top 5 stories on social media. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Check out a few of the most popular News Network stories on @mayoclinic social media this past week. Mayo Clinic performs successful face transplant, restoring vital functions for Michigan man A Michigan man can blink, swallow, smile and breathe through his nose for the first time in a decade thanks to a face transplant performed at Mayo Clinic. This transformative and complex procedure underscores Mayo Clinic's skilled multidisciplinary surgical team who provide hope to patients…
(2024-12-05). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Managing multiple sclerosis: Types and treatments. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I started dealing with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis (MS) a year ago. I have good days and bad days dealing with symptoms. But I have improved with a new medication. I have realized there's a lot to learn about MS. Before this started for me, I did not even know different MS forms existed and that not all people have the same symptoms. People see me and say I look fine. But it…
(2024-12-05). Grateful heart still ticking 65 years after repair. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Andree Jacob at the beach Celebrating advancements of cardiac care Sixty-five years after her open-heart surgery — a procedure that was pioneered in the U.S. just years before she needed it — Andree Jacob's heart is still ticking strong. She is a living testament to the importance of medical innovation and the lifetime of gratitude that comes with it. When Andree, 72, from the Canadian province of Quebec, was a child, her mother noticed she…
(2024-12-05). In case you missed it: This week's Top 5 stories on social media. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Check out a few of the most popular News Network stories on @mayoclinic social media this past week. Laparoscopic Whipple procedure for pancreatic cancer One key treatment option for pancreatic cancer is the Whipple procedure, a complex surgery that removes the head of the pancreas. There are three approaches to this challenging surgery: open, laparoscopic and robotic.‚Å What makes oatmeal the ideal breakfast for heart health and weight loss? Oatmeal is a nutritious, inexpensive and…
(2024-12-05). 139 arrested in Christmas operations. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Police and the military have arrested 139 suspected criminals in joint operations intended to ensure peace during the Christmas and New Year's Day festivities. The fresh operations targeted criminals terrorizing residents majorly in densely populated municipalities of Nansana, Mukono and Kira. In Kira municipality, 38 suspected thugs have been arrested …
(2024-12-05). Arsenal win 4th consecutive Premier League match against Man Utd. independent.co.ug 
London, UK | ARSENAL.COM | The 500th competitive men's game at Emirates Stadium was one to remember as goals from Jurrien Timber and William Saliba saw Arsenal clinch a fourth straight win over Manchester United for the first time ever. Set pieces did the damage yet again, with Jurrien Timber turning in a Declan Rice delivery …
(2024-12-05). Chil Group partners Reckitt to boost school hygiene. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Chil Group, a health and hygiene innovator, has partnered with Reckitt, the company behind Dettol, Harpic, and JIK, to transform hygiene practices in schools through the Dettol Hygiene Quest Program. Launched in 2023 with Reckitt's support through its WINFUND initiative, the partnership aims to reach 1,500 Ugandan schools in its …
(2024-12-05). Tempers flare in court as Ssemakadde is accused of insulting DPP. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Tempers flared before the Buganda Road Chief Magistrates Court on Wednesday in a case in which Uganda Law Society-ULS President Isaac Ssemakadde is accused of insulting the modesty of a woman. The complaint filed by lawyers Joshua Byamazima and Tony Tumukunde arose from the alleged insults hurled against the Director …
(2024-12-05). Ugandan companies asked to join exploration for oil. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The cumulative investments in the oil and gas sector stood at over 7.5 billion dollars by the end on 2023 says the Petroleum Authority of Uganda. Peninah Aheebwa , the Director Economic and National Content Monitoring at the Petroleum Authority Uganda (PAU) reveals that as 2024 comes to the end, …
(2024-12-05). TVET Bill merges assessment bodies. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Parliament has approved a sweeping overhaul of the Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) sector by passing the much-anticipated TVET Bill. The legislation, which now awaits presidential assent, promises to streamline the coordination, regulation, and promotion of TVET in the country. The bill passed on Tuesday after a heated …
(2024-12-05). Schools not yet safe despite policies to keep girls in school. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Experts attending the National Girls Summit have expressed concern that despite the push for affirmative action and policies to ensure girls stay in school, many still don't offer basics to ensure girls stay. Joseph Sewungu Gozanga a teacher and Member of Parliament says many schools don't have spaces where girls …
(2024-12-05). Court orders prisons to produce Besigye on charges of inciting violence. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Buganda Road Chief Magistrates Court has issued a production warrant directing Uganda Prisons Services to produce Retired Col. Dr. Kizza Besigye for the continuation of his trial on charges of inciting violence. The warrant was issued on Thursday by Senior Principal Grade One Magistrate Winnie Nankya Jatiko following a …
(2024-12-05). FIDA Uganda calls on government to expedite the National Legal Aid Bill. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Uganda Association of Women Lawyers (FIDA Uganda) urged the government to fast-track the passing of the National Legal Aid Bill, a critical piece of legislation designed to enhance access to justice for vulnerable populations. The bill seeks to regulate legal aid service providers and ensure free legal services for …
(2024-12-05). Uganda Marketing Excellence Awards (UMEAS) announce 2024 finalists ahead of the Marketers Biggest Night on December 13th. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Uganda Marketing Excellence Awards (UMEAS) have announced this year's finalists that will tussle for the gold standard of Marketing, at the fourth instalment of the UMEAS, slated for next Friday- December 13th, at the Kampala Serena Hotel. This year's UMEAS nominees were announced by Evolve Group Africa, the awards …
(2024-12-05). Nakasongola in darkness after vandalism of electricity wires worth shs20 million. independent.co.ug 
Nakasongola, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Police in Nakasongola are hunting for unknown people who vandalized electricity poles of high voltage networks leaving the area in darkness. The incident occurred on Tuesday at around 11 pm at Lubenge Swamp in Kakooge town, Nakasongola district. Sam Twineamazima, the Savannah Regional Police Spokesperson explains that unknown people …
(2024-12-05). ICRC Activities in Syria: Facts & Figures (January – June 2024). icrc.org
(2024-12-05). China: High-level dialogue explores crisis reporting through Chinese and global media lenses. icrc.org
(2024-12-05). Amid a worsening crisis, conflict-affected communities in North Kivu are facing growing economic distress. icrc.org
(2024-12-05). Israel-Lebanon: Ceasefire an encouraging step for region exhausted by conflict. icrc.org 27 November 2024…
(2024-12-05). Lebanon: Displaced and trading innocence for resilience in the suburbs of Beirut. icrc.org
(2024-12-05). Afghanistan: Assisting communities grappling with the impact of climate change. icrc.org
(2024-12-05). China: The 18th IHL Moot Court concludes in Guilin, CUPL claims victory for the sixth time. icrc.org
(2024-12-05). China: Experts discuss paths to bring peace and stability in Africa. icrc.org
(2024-12-05). Iraq: Humanitarian Call for Witnesses from the Gulf War 1990-1991. icrc.org
(2024-12-05). Mauritius: Conveying meaningful IHL messages through vivid murals. icrc.org
(2024-12-05). Opening Statement by Dr Gilles Carbonnier, Vice-President of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) At the event commemorating 75th anniversary of the Geneva Conventions. icrc.org Warsaw, 11 October 2024…
(2024-12-05). Poland: Response to the international armed conflict between Russia and Ukraine. icrc.org
(2024-12-05). Prisons in Africa need to be better managed in order to ensure decent conditions of detention. icrc.org
(2024-12-05). Red Cross Field Hospital in Rafah, Gaza Strip: Facts & Figures November 2024. icrc.org 9 May — 9 November 2024…
(2024-12-05). South Africa: The 23rd Southern Africa and Indian Ocean States Regional IHL Seminar. icrc.org spotlighting "the 75th Anniversary of the Geneva Conventions — strengthening humanity"
(2024-12-05). South Africa: Global Military Personnel Identification Conference. icrc.org Convening State armed forces to create "international guidelines for identifying military personnel and preventing them from going missing"
(2024-12-05). Egypt: Al-Azhar University and ICRC explore similarities between International Humanitarian Law and Islamic Sharia. icrc.org
(2024-12-05). Sudan: Community kitchens bring vital food relief to thousands in North Darfur as humanitarian conditions worsen. icrc.org
(2024-12-05). ICRC urges states to uphold the prohibitions of the Anti-personnel Mine Ban Convention. icrc.org Speech of Gilles Carbonnier, Vice-President of the ICRC, on the occasion of the 5th Review Conference of the Anti-personnel Mine Ban Convention, Siem Reap, 25 November 2024…
(2024-12-05). Speech by ICRC president Mirjana Spoljaric on receiving the 2024 International Bridge Prize of the European City of Gà∂rlitz/Zgorzelec. icrc.org
(2024-12-05). Festival de Cine de La Habana arranca con comedia dramática argentina. radiohc.cu La Habana, 5 dic (RHC) "Los domingos mueren más personas" se titula el filme argentino que se proyectará hoy en la sala Charles Chaplin, luego de la inauguración del 45 Festival Internacional del Nuevo Cine Latinoamericano.
(2024-12-05). Anuncia Unesco inscripción del casabe en Lista patrimonial. radiohc.cu La Habana, 5 dic (RHC) La directora de la Oficina Regional de la Unesco en esta capital, Anne Lemaistre, anunció que los conocimientos y prácticas tradicionales para la elaboración y consumo del casabe fueron inscritos en la Lista Representativa de Patrimonio Inmaterial.
(2024-12-05). Cierre de Sitio de Memoria causa preocupación en Chile. radiohc.cu La Habana, 5 dic (RHC) Organizaciones humanitarias y legisladores chilenos expresaron hoy su pesar por el cierre de la Casa de la Memoria José Domingo Cañas, que recuerda a las víctimas de la dictadura de Augusto Pinochet (1973-1990).
(2024-12-05). Cancilleres de Siria y Cuba repasan situación del país levantino. radiohc.cu La Habana, 5 dic (RHC) El canciller sirio, Bassam Sabbagh, recibió la víspera una llamada telefónica de su homólogo cubano, Bruno Rodríguez, en la que este último expresó la solidaridad con Siria ante la actual escalada terrorista que enfrenta en múltiples frentes.
(2024-12-05). Diputada cubana resalta cooperación con Panamá. radiohc.cu La Habana, 5 dic (RHC) La diputada cubana Arelys Santana destacó las potencialidades de la cooperación con Panamá al participar en la 38 Asamblea Ordinaria y Conmemorativo del Parlatino que hoy cierra sesiones.
(2024-12-05). Presidente de Cuba chequeó acciones contra el delito. radiohc.cu La Habana, 5 dic (RHC) El presidente Miguel Díaz-Canel chequeó el Ejercicio nacional de prevención y enfrentamiento al delito, la corrupción, las ilegalidades y las indisciplinas sociales, que continúa hoy hasta el 7 de diciembre en toda Cuba.
(2024-12-05). Oligarca ucraniano enfrenta perseguiàßà£o do ditador que ajudou a eleger. globalresearch.ca À medida que a crise ucraniana piora, os conflitos de interesses entre as elites do país aumentam. Os oligarcas que outrora estiveram unidos numa coligaàßà£o para defender a junta de Maidan està£o agora a lutar entre si devido à falta …
(2024-12-05). Siria en el tablero geopolítico. radiohc.cu El grupo islamista, Hayat Tahrir al Sham (HTS), y otras facciones "opositoras", lanzaron el pasado 27 de noviembre una ofensiva relámpago en el noroeste de Siria, donde tomaron el control de decenas de localidades y de una gran parte de Alepo, la segunda ciudad más importante del país de dos millones de habitantes.
(2024-12-05). Organizaciones argentinas reclaman paz y justicia social. radiohc.cu La Habana, 5 dic (RHC) Organizaciones sindicales, sociales y políticas realizarán hoy una jornada federal de lucha por una Argentina sin hambre, con paz, justicia social y soberanía.
(2024-12-05). Ministerio de Turismo de Cuba ratifica capacidad de sus servicios. radiohc.cu La Habana, 5 dic (RHC) El Ministerio de Turismo de Cuba (Mintur) ratificó la voluntad y capacidad de proporcionar una experiencia segura y placentera a todos los clientes, indicó un comunicado de la entidad.
(2024-12-05). Elon, sei Musk o una Maschera? strategic-culture.su 
Chi l'avrebbe mai detto.: Donald Trump ha scelto Elon Musk come membro del suo nuovo governo. Niente di più americano di cosà¨. | Segue nostro Un uomo venuto da…da dove? | C'è una storiella che viene spesso raccontata negli USA, la "patria delle opportunità ": in un garage bianco qualsiasi di una casa qualsiasi di una cittadina qualsiasi, un giovane qualsiasi ha una buona idea e, per un colpo di fortuna, la sua idea ha successo e d…
(2024-12-05). Evaluando el acuerdo de alto el fuego en el Líbano. workers.org 
Combatientes de Hizbulá. El 26 de noviembre se anunció un alto el fuego en el Líbano. øQué significa? Se trata de un acuerdo de alto el fuego negociado por el imperialismo estadounidense y aplaudido por Francia y el resto de países de la Unión Europea. Según declaraciones a la prensa . . . |
(2024-12-05). Restablecido Sistema Eléctrico Nacional de Cuba. radiohc.cu La Habana, 5 dic (RHC) El Sistema Eléctrico Nacional (SEN) funciona hoy con todos sus equipos disponibles, de acuerdo con un aviso del ministro de Energía y Minas de Cuba, Vicente de la O Levy.
"A fish rots from the head down." — Rumi By now, we have all heard rumblings of Empire's imminent collapse. Propaganda and government gaslighting can no longer hide the obvious fact that social, financial, cultural, and political systems have failed miserably. The advanced state of Empire's decomposition (rotting from the head down) caused by malevolent 
The Peter Tatchell Foundation staged a peaceful protest on Tuesday 3 December against the state visit to Britain by the emir of Qatar, citing the Gulf nation's appalling abuse of the human rights of women, LGBTQ+ people, and migrant workers. The emir of Qatar should NOT be having a state visit Thirty protestors chanted "Qatar […] | By 
This article was posted on the Bronx Anti-War Coalition website on Nov. 28, 2024. Syria has become the central target of a coordinated U.S./Zionist-backed offensive, because it plays a crucial role in the Resistance against U.S. and "israeli" dominance in the region. The offensive, led by terrorist proxies supported by . . . | 
This statement was posted by the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine on Resistance News Network on Nov. 30, 2024. The terrorist gangs' attack on Aleppo is a Zionist and Western scheme that aims to undermine Syria's stability and its role in supporting the resistance. The Popular Front for . . . | 
An advanced Russian air defense radar system is among the equipment captured by 
The International Criminal Court's recent issuance of arrest warrants to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant for crimes against humanity and war crimes in Gaza has stirred up a considerable backlash. Dismissing the charges as "absurd and false," Netanyahu announced that Israel would "not recognize the validity" of the ICC's action. U.S. President Joe Biden denounced 
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin "I am working hard to promote the encouragement of migration from Gaza with the prime minister, and I am beginning to discover some openness on the matter," Ben Gvir said in an interview…
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South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol faces impeachment after opposition parties in the country's National Assembly introduced a motion to force him from office for his shocking declaration of martial law. The conservative Yoon made his announcement in a televised briefing Tuesday evening, accusing the liberal opposition of undermining the state and possibly colluding with North Korea. Thousands of Koreans massed at the parliament to oppose the move as lawmakers rushed inside to vote unanimously to overturn Yoon's declaration, which he rescinded just hours later. Yoon's ouster is now all but cert…
In a resolution passed by a 157-8 vote, with the United States and Israel among those voting no, and seven abstentions, the Assembly expressed "unwavering support, in acc…
DUBLIN—The Irish general election held last Friday is unlikely to bring a change in government. Despite the left-wing Sinn Féin achieving 19% of the vote—close to the two main government parties, Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael—they are set to be excluded from government once again. The ruling coalition, openly admitting its policies are diametrically opposed …
WINDHOEK, NAMIBIA | Xinhua | Namibia made history on Tuesday by electing the country's first female president, 72-year-old Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah from the ruling South West Africa People's Organization (SWAPO) party. The announcement marks a significant milestone in Namibia's 2024 presidential and National Assembly elections. The Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) Chairperson Elsie Nghikembua declared the …
On Nov. 28, some 20 protesters brought part of the annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day parade in New York City to a halt for five minutes. They jumped the barricades for a sit-in in the street to protest Israel's ongoing genocide in Gaza. With their fists in the air and an . . . | 
Lebanese officials are considering dumping war rubble from Talks are taking place on reconstruction efforts following a ceasefire between Hezbollah and Israel which came into effect last week and followed months of intense Israeli bombing across Lebanon, including Beirut, which saw apartment blocks and homes flattened with thousands killed and wounded. | In a meeting held at the Serail Palace on Monday to address the war damage…
"Stop sending military arms to Israel! Stop the genocide in our name!" exclaimed Joan Simon, the coordinator of the San Jose Peace and Justice Center, as she spoke before a crowd on Oct. 6 in front of City Hall. Simon and other South Bay community members have been fighting for over a year for a …
With a "The situation here is still the same as before the ceasefire," says Pierre, a schoolteacher in Rmeish, a small Lebanese town just 2km from the Israeli border. "The Israeli warning is still in place, and they are still bombing around us," he added. | "We still have to stay in our homes in Rmeish, we can't go to our neighbouring vill…
Brokered by the US and France, the From the agreement's implementation on 27 November until 25 January 2025, there will be a 60-day period for Israeli military forces to leave southern Lebanon. | Hezbollah agreed to transfer its arms north of the Litani River and the 
We look at the world of high-tech surveillance with Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Ronan Farrow and filmmaker Matthew O'Neill. Their new HBO documentary Surveilled is now available for streaming. Farrow says he became interested in the topic after he was tracked by the Israeli private intelligence firm Black Cube during his reporting on Hollywood mogul Harvey Weinstein's sexual abuse. Although Black Cube used a "relatively low-tech approach," Farrow says the experience started him on a path to investigate more sophisticated methods of surveillance, including the powerful spyware Pegasus…
Lebanon's Prime Minister Najib Mikati announced that diplomatic contacts were "ongoing and intensified" to stop Mikati said that the Lebanese army was expanding deployment in south Lebanon, where Israeli forces were still occupying border areas. | He added that the Lebanese army had begun a…
Palestinians in the town of The town's residents told The New Arab that the Israeli army escalated its assault, besieging a school housing displaced people and targeting…
The Canadian government said the group had instigated "unrest in the Middle East" through various attacks on civilian and naval vessels in the Red Sea and other waters, as well as strikes on Israel. | It noted that the group was closely linke…
"Three Hamas terrorists who planned an imminent terrorist attack were eliminated" when the Israeli air force struck vehicles in the Aqaba area near Tubas, the military said. | Following the strike, "soldiers conducted a…
Upon arriving at the "Al-Yassin" station, the largest desalination station in northern Gaza, Saleh Barakat, 42 years old, was surprised to find its doors closed until further notice. | Barakat was one of hundreds of citizens who returned to their families without providing drinking water for their children due to the closure of the station.
Troops seize medics and open fire inside hospital building Occupation troops stormed the Turkish government hospital in the occupied West Bank city of Tubas yesterday afternoon and detained several doctors and the hospital's director after opening fire within the building. The soldiers were looking for a man wounded in an airstrike on a vehicle, but …
The activists at Led By Donkeys have just brought an essential message to Parliament Square. Amid the ongoing genocide denialism of Keir Starmer's government, and its steadfast commitment to the country committing genocide, Led By Donkeys took action to remind people of the horror of what Israel has been doing in Gaza. Led by Donkeys […] | By 
Workers World received this appeal from Nodutdol calling for a demonstration at the ROK (South Korean) Consulate in New York City at 57th Street and Park Avenue, Wednesday, Dec. 4 at 5 p.m. Join us this Wednesday as we mobilize against the martial law declared by South Korean president Yoon . . . | 
My trip through what appeared as a labyrinth of coincidences began when I received an email containing an obituary from the Nov. 23 New York Times about French Resistance hero Madeleine Riffaud, who died Nov. 6 in Paris at the age of 100. Madeleine Riffaud greeted by Vietnamese President Ho . . . | 
Plymouth, Massachusetts The article introduces speakers using the Indigenous nation(s) they are a member of in parentheses. Speakers use the original Indigenous geographical names. National Day of Mourning, Plymouth, Massachusettts, Nov. 29, 2024. (Photo: Cherie Lee, Facebook) Hundreds of Indigenous activists and their allies defied wind, cold and driving rain . . . | 
South Korea's President Yoon Suk Yeol visits the Navy Special Warfare Flotilla in Jinhae, Gyeongsangnam-do Province, on March 10, 2023. (Republic of Korea, Flickr, CC BY-NC-SA 2.0) By Kiji Noh / Consortium News South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol on Tuesday declared martial law, suspended the South Korean legislature and banned elected representatives from accessing the National …
The Lowndes, commander of the South Litani Sector, is a senior military figure with "significant experience" coordinating security and stability efforts with the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL), the source said, adding that he wou…
Give him credit. As a start, for that first surprise victory in 2016. No, I didn't fully get it at the time, but I kind of get it now (since, like the rest of us, I've lived through it all, including his close loss in 2020). Still, twice? Him? A convicted felon, no less! And yes, I do think italics 
Americans have been fighting culture wars since the nation was founded four centuries ago. In 1624, John Morton arrived in what is now Quincy, MA, and a decade late this apparently rakish fellow published New English Canaan (1637), what today would be called an exposé. One critic called it "a harsh and heretical critique of Puritan customs and power structures 
What to think of Trump's return to the White House? For the European bourgeoisies and their parties, the answer should be and has been positive and even enthusiastic. But why? Because of Trump's very clearly expressed intention to implement reactionary, anti-union, anti-worker, anti-social and pro-capitalist policies that the European right-wingers would like to implement at home too, 
Soon after the disaster, several concerned lawyers arrived in Bhopal to provide legal assistance to the gas victims. Many 'ambulance chasers' also swooped down on the city in that guise, motivated by greed rather than compassion. Following the filing of many lawsuits against the Union Carbide Corporation (UCC) by victims of the disaster through private 
One of the more consequential political stories here last week was the prospect of MPs legalising assisted dying in England and Wales. This was for citizens having less than six months to live with 'a clear, settled and informed' wish to die—the dying itself to be self-administered. As a result, a normally closed-shop political media 
The Justice Department has just released a scathing 96-page report accusing the Fulton County jail in Atlanta, GA of engaging in "cruel and unusual punishment" in the September 2022 death of a mentally disabled inmate, LeShawn Thompson, who was found lying face down dead in his cell, his body covered with lice and bedbugs. The Department 
ABC Pacific Australia's government is being condemned by climate action groups for discouraging the International Court of Justice (ICJ) from ruling in favour of a court action brought by Vanuatu to determine legal consequences for states that fail to meet fossil reduction commitments. In its submission before the ICJ at The Hague yesterday, Australia argued…
Sasha Yaropolskaya and Philippe Alcoy interviewed LeftEast editor Volodymyr Ishchenko, a Ukrain…
The novel, Khalifah's first, appeared in Arabic in 2020 and is out this month in The short, bantering book starts on ordinary ground, introducing us to four bumbling Palestinian journalists in Jordan. But the action soon veers in…
"Rain soaks our open wounds, deepening the pain." | Instead of enjoying the warmth and comfort of their homes, this is how Gazans are describing the harsh reality of winter in displacement camps. | Currently, over For many, these conditions are reminiscent of 1948, during…
The first group of detainees which were held in the "As part of the political agreement between the three Arab bloc members…
Palestinians in the besieged Speaking to The New Arab, several Palestinians have argued that Abbas does have a role to play to end the suffering of Palestinians in Gaza, even if his actions may violate Palestinian laws. | "In Gaza…
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Al-Nassr was already guaranteed a place in the round of 16 so Ronaldo, who has five goals in his last three matches, was rested. He watched from the sidelines. | Al-Sadd took the lead through Akram Afif, named the Asian player of the year in November, eight minutes after the break…
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"To safeguard a liberal South Korea from the threats posed by North Korea's communist forces and to eliminate anti-state elements… I hereby declare emergency martial law," Yoon said in a live televised address to the nation. | It wasn't immediately clear how the steps would affect the country's governance and democracy. | Yoon — whose approval ra…
A Turkish court has jailed pending trial nine protesters who disrupted The incident occurred during Erdogan's televised address at a forum on Friday, where the protesters said the government was failing to uphold They chanted slogans…
Reversing an earlier ruling that found too much time had passed since the alleged wrongdoing, the Brussels appeals court said the women, born in Belgian-ruled Congo and now in their 70s, were abducted in "an inhumane act of persecution". | The conduct of colonial Belgium constituted a crime aga…
The journalist Emilio Silva Barrera (born in Elizondo, Navarra, Spain, in 1965) belongs to the generation of grandchildren of those who experienced the Spanish Civil War as adults. His grandfather and namesake, a politically moderate small business owner in a small town in Northwestern Spain, was first harassed and extorted, later arrested, killed, and thrown …
Recent actions at the 2024 International Association of Machinists (IAM) Grand Lodge National Convention in New York City point the way to increased labor movement leadership in combating climate change and creating a more just society. The IAM passed a resolution to include "Just Transition" in any actions oriented toward fighting climate change, creating new …
BERLIN—Christian Lindner, head of the small pro-business Free Democratic Party (FDP) and a top member of the governing trio of Social Democrats, Greens and his party, finally succeeded in forcing Olaf Scholz, head Social Democrat (SPD) and chancellor, to dump him and his party, leaving only the Greens as partner. Why on earth did Lindner — …
WICHITA, Kansas—Harold Schlechtweg, a former Directing Business Representative for Service Employees Local 513 in Wichita, Kansas, tells of the fate of a worker harmed by intense heat. "Several years ago, one of my members was seriously injured by heat stroke," Schlechtweg e-mailed in late November to the regulations comments section for the Occupational Safety and …
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Campaigners from Fossil Free London disrupted the opening night of Matthew Bourne's Swan Lake at Sadler's Wells Theatre, demanding the venue sever ties with Barclays over the bank's funding of fossil fuels and arms. Swan Lake During the Swan Lake interval, protesters staged a dramatic lobby demonstration, pouring oil on two campaigners dressed in Swan […] | By 
"During the Great Depression of the 1930s, the US economy almost completely collapsed," historian Dana Frank writes in her new book, 
Uganda and Türkiye are bolstering their defence cooperation, with a focus on military equipment, training, and technology transfer. This growing partnership was reaffirmed during the 4th Uganda-Türkiye Defence Industries Cooperation meeting, held at the National Enterprise Corporation (NEC) headquarters in Kampala today. Lt Gen James Mugira, Managing Director of NEC, emphasized the significance of the …
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has said it will be paying claimants their £10 DWP Christmas bonus soon. However, the amount is worth barely anything anymore. Moreover, with the cost of things like a Christmas dinner having skyrocketed, it seems like the DWP is taking the piss paying the Christmas bonus in the […] | By 
Union puts up banners and pins its colours to anti-worker protest as members react in disgust The Unite union has been condemned by workers and their union representatives for its attack on staff who complained about bullying in the unit run by Unite general secretary Sharon Graham's husband, Jack Clarke — who was on a …
Elton John, singer famed for "Tiny Dancer" and "Rocket Man," announced to a theater audience that he had lost his sight, risking his ability to record new music. What do you think?
This coverage is made possible through a partnership with Grist and Interlochen Public Radio in Northern Michigan. | Tucked about a mile offshore from Lake Michigan, in northern Michigan's Charlevoix County, sits Norwood Centennial Farms. Besides some 300 cows that live there, a creek and underground springs make up a wetland on the property — one that's perilously close to the manure pit. | "A concern for us is making sure that the manure stays in the pit, that there's no seepage," said Sarah Roy, who helps run the farm with her family. | To protect the area, they've worked with federal and state author…
Nakaseke, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Uganda People's Defense Forces (UPDF) have flagged off over 500 soldiers for deployment under the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS). ATMIS, which replaced the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM) in April 2022, is part of ongoing efforts to stabilize Somalia and assist the government in taking full …
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | After four decades of flying various aircraft, from military jets to commercial airliners, Capt. Peter (Pete) Thomas has retired from his aviation career. He marked the end of his illustrious journey with Uganda Airlines Flight UR445, flying from Dubai to Entebbe as Pilot-in-Command. Capt. Thomas' final flight on November 30, …
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Teams from CoCreate Advertising were outstanding in the just concluded Young Silverback Competition, with Team Mind Craft (Jeremiah Muwanguzi and Benjamin Muwanguzi) and Team Routz (Catherine Kemigisha and Daniel Atuhairwe) emerging victorious in the Design and Film categories, respectively. The Young Silverback Competition, an extension of the prestigious Silverback Awards, …
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Director General of the External Security Organization (ESO), David Bwangamoe Pulkol says countries in East Africa not to restrict their citizens from interacting socially and economically. Pulkol, the Executive Director of the Africa Leadership Institute, interaction among the citizens of the regional economic bloc can help them to appreciate the core …
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDPENDENT | Hapag-Lloyd has opened its new office in the city of Kampala, the capital of Uganda. Strategically situated, Uganda provides excellent connections to five neighboring countries in East and Central Africa. "With a population of around 50 million, the country has become an attractive market on the African continent. The …
Gulu, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The multi-billion shillings Karuma-Gulu water project construction works kicked off in August 2022 with joint funding from the government of Uganda and Kfw and a loan from the World Bank. The project work involved the establishment of a water treatment plant at Nora village, the construction of water reservoirs, and …
LONDON, ENGLAND | Xinhua | Premier League leader Liverpool looks to maintain its nine-point cushion at the top of the classification when Arne Slot's side plays in Newcastle United's St. James' Park on Wednesday night. Liverpool travel boosted after a magical week that saw them beat Real Madrid in the Champions League and Manchester City …
KITGUM, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | The National Water and Sewerage Corporation (NWSC) Kitgum Branch faces a significant challenge in recovering UGX 700 million in unpaid water bills accumulated over the past five years. Tonny Ojom, the Technical Supervisor at NWSC Kitgum Branch, revealed that despite numerous strategies aimed at encouraging customers to settle their …
Award won for pioneering fruit preservation technology; Innovative nanotechnology solution helps reduce food loss, supports farmers, and promotes sustainable agriculture Rome | THE INDEPENDENT | Freza Nanotech Limited, a startup from Uganda, has won the 2024 Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) Innovation Award for developing a groundbreaking nanotechnology-based solution that extends the shelf life of …
COMMENT | Samson Tinka | Cash in transit, commonly known as CIT, is a service offered by major private security companies (PSOs) in Uganda. This service involves security companies entering into commercial long or short agreements with either banks and other big trading companies that may need to move money from one point to another. CIT …
COMMENT | Olivia Nalubwama | This is familiar territory. Opposition strongman Kizza Besigye is back in the news headlines, with yet another court case hanging over him; feels like a homecoming. There was a time when the media would breathlessly report about state security forces arresting and manhandling Besigye. The slightest whiff of Besigye unleashed the …
Washington, DC USA | THE INDEPENDENT | Dr. James Mwangi, the Managing Director and CEO of Equity Group Holdings is among fourteen global leaders that have joined the World Bank Group High-Level Advisory Council on Jobs. This recognizes his dedication and contributions to society that extend beyond the banking sector. "I'm honored to have been asked …
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Owners of Private schools and institutions have once again called on the government to address the challenges they face in delivering education. However, they remain firm in their opposition to any regulation on school fees. Under the National Private Education Institutions Association (NAPEIA), private school owners have highlighted the …
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda's retirement benefits sector is now worth sh25.40 Trillion, an 18.6% increment from UGX21.4 trillion in 2023. According to the latest figures by the Uganda Retirement Benefit regulatory Authority (URBRA), the sector's contribution to the national GDP has grown to 12.2%, up from 10% in 2023 . The Annual …
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Uganda Law Society-ULS President Isaac Ssemakadde has filed an application before the Buganda Road Chief Magistrates Court seeking the dismissal of charges of insulting the modesty of a woman levied against him by two lawyers Joshua Byamazima and Tony Tumukunde. On November, 22nd 2024, Byamazima and Tumukunde filed a …
However, stakeholders emphasize the need to tackle challenges in taxation, technology, and skills development to unlock the sector's full potential Kampala, Uganda | JULIUS BUSINGE | Uganda's oil and gas industry is reshaping the nation's economy, presenting unparalleled opportunities for local businesses and individuals. However, stakeholders emphasize the need to tackle challenges in taxation, technology, and …
The project's strategic location in Kisumu, at the heart of the Great Lakes Region gives it access to markets in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, DR Congo, Rwanda, Burundi and South Sudan Kisumu, Kenya | THE INDEPENDENT | Africa's multi-lateral lender, African Export-Import Bank and Kenya-based Med Aditus Pharmaceutical Kenya Limited (Med Aditus) have signed a project preparation …
KAMPALA, UGANDA | Patricia Akankwatsa | As Uganda continues its relentless fight against malaria, the 2024 Malaria Indicator Survey (MIS) is an important step toward achieving a malaria-free future. By collecting accurate and timely data, health officials aim to understand the prevalence of malaria better, identify high-risk areas, and refine prevention and treatment strategies. The MIS …
KAMPALA, Uganda | Xinhua | Uganda said on Tuesday that it registered another three mpox deaths, bringing the total number of laboratory-confirmed fatalities to four in the East African country. Henry Kyobe Bosa, incident commander at Uganda's Ministry of Health, told Xinhua over the phone that two deaths were recorded at Entebbe Regional Referral Hospital, …
The Pentagon says more testing is required to demonstrate that the 25mm automatic cannon mounted internally on the New questions about the ac…
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Far-right Dutch politician This comes after the Dutch Parliament voted to sanction the party's powerbroker and prominent Israeli settler leader, Wilders, who heads the Pa…
A ceasefire in Lebanon was announced on Nov. 26. What does it mean? This is a ceasefire deal brokered by U.S. imperialism and applauded by France and the rest of the countries in the European Union. According to press statements the deal is to "secure Israel from the threat of . . . | 
The following statements were published by Resistance News Network on Nov. 27, 2024. Hamas — Islamic Resistance Movement We commend the pivotal role played by the Islamic Resistance in Lebanon, in support of the Gaza Strip and the Palestinian resistance, and the great sacrifices made by Hezbollah and its leadership, . . . | 
Airlines will soon resume flights to and from Lebanon, Beirut airport authorities said, after a ceasefire with Israel came into effect this week. | Head of the Rafic Hariri International Airport Fadi al-Hassan announced that some airlines have already begun flights to Jordan said it would restart flights on Sunday, while Iraq said it would begin flights next week. | Al-Hassan told local broadcaster LBC…
The Palestinian Hamas group may drop some key demands in exchange for a Hamas has long conditioned the pullout of Israeli soldiers from the Gaza Strip in any deal. 
In a letter to the UK The letter, spearheaded by MPs Richard Burgon and Imran Hussain, calls for sanctions following the International Court of Justice's The court labelled Israel's occupation as unlawful and demanded an end to it. | "The UK Governme…
In the ruins of his home, Ibraheem* was rifling through the debris of his former life. On the floor, furniture was twisted with metal, breezeblocks and grubby clothes. | After 12 hours of driving, a journey which took four hours two months before, he cautiously returned home to reclaim what remained of his possessions after a year of conflict and an intense A huge bomb crater in the middle of the family home wiped out where colourful rugs once lay. In its place, a large unexploded bomb.
In February, the Hague Court of Appeal ordered the government to block those exports over concerns they were being used to violate international law during the war in Gaza, prompting the government to seek advice from the Supreme C…
Israel extended for one year a waiver allowing Israeli banks to work with Palestinian ones just days before it was due to expire, threatening to paralyse Palestinians financial institutions. | The extension was approved Thursday during a security cabinet meeting ahead of expiration of the waiver at the end of the month, a spokesman for far-right Finance Minister Smotrich had threatened in May to cut the vital connection between Israel and Palestinian banks in the occupied West Bank in retal…
Dr Ahmad al-Kahlout had refused to leave his patients Dr Hassam Abu Safiya, the director of the Kamal Adwan hospital in northern Gaza, has paid tribute to his colleague Dr Ahmad al-Kahlout, the head of the hospital's intensive care unit. The Kamal Adwan is the only hospital in northern Gaza still functional in any form, …
Gautam Adani, ranked the second richest man in India and the 22nd richest man in the world by Forbes, was indicted in New York on Nov. 20 on charges rising from the Foreign Corrupt Practices (FCP) Act, a U.S. anti-bribery law. A few days later, federal prosecutors issued arrest warrants . . . | 
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Armed men in two speedboats took off with women and children after a Dozens of men and boys who were aboard the overcrowded dinghy jumped into the sea, Doctors Without Borders said. The group's boat, Geo Barents, arrived at the scene in international waters on Thursday, rescuing 83 men and unaccompanied mi…
The Gaza Strip has descended into anarchy, with Palestinians are suffering "on a scale that has to be seen to be truly grasped", Ajith Sunghay, head of the UN Human Rights Office in the Palestinian territories, said after concluding his latest visit to the devastated Palestinian terri…
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UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has called the meeting for the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) a "moonshot moment" to protect and restore land and respond to drought. | Activists accused Saudi Arabia, the world's biggest oil exporter, of trying to water down calls to phase…
President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has called for the closure of French military bases in Senegal ahead of the upcoming 80th anniversary of the Thiaroye massacre. | In an interview with AFP on Thursday, Faye said that France's military presence in Senegal is "incompatible" with the country's sovereignty. | The former tax inspector, who rose to power at the general election last March behind the promise of achieving Senegal's independence, said: "Sovereignty does not allow for foreign military presence on our soil." | However, Faye insisted that his call for the withdrawal of French troops should not be seen as a…
For years, large drillers in California sold unprofitable wells to smaller companies willing to wring the last drops of oil out of them. The process essentially kicked the cost of cleaning up oil fields — pumping concrete down well bores, removing tanks and pipelines — to operators with less ability to pay for the eventual cleanup. | Policymakers and advocates predicted that taxpayers — not the oil companies themselves — would ultimately have to pay billions for remediation once those oil and gas operations ran dry. Unplugged wells emit climate-warming methane and pose long-term hazards…
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Mbale, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Bugisu Cooperative Union (BCU) are seeking government intervention over the persistent landslides which have claimed lives. Bugisu is one of the sub-regions prone to landslides. On Wednesday over 20 people were killed in landslides in the districts of Bududa, Bulambuli, Sironko and Namisindwa. John Musila, the Vice Chairperson of …
Bulambuli, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The government has provided financial assistance to families affected by the recent landslide in Buluganya Sub-County, Bulambuli District. Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja delivered UGX 5 million in cash to the relatives of each person who lost their life in the landslide that struck on Wednesday this week. During her …
Mbarara, Uganda | LOUIS JADWONG | Even Uganda Prisons boss Dr Johnson Omuhunde Rwashote Byabashaija can run, but he cannot hide. After nearly four decades 'hiding' from his colleagues in the veterinary sector, he confessed on Thursday that, "I can probably say I am back to the profession". He made the admission as he gave …
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The European Union (EU) has joined local initiatives to promote emission-free mobility as part of efforts to transform Kampala into a greener, smarter city. In partnership with the Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA), the EU Delegation in Uganda is encouraging more Ugandans to adopt bicycling as an alternative to …
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDPENDENT | A group of businesspeople from various parts of Kampala have accused Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) officials of fraudulently selling them stalls in the new Busega Market, which was designated to accommodate roadside vendors free of charge. On Thursday and Friday, the Minister for Kampala, Misa Kabanda, and Kampala Resident …
Urgent call to action as 2.5 Million Ugandans reported to have lost their lives to drowning in the last decade. Masaka, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Commissioner, International and Transboundary Water Affairs, Ministry of Water and Environment, Eng. Sowed Sewagude, has called for collective action in addressing the rising cases of drowning deaths which have …
Israeli forces shot two Palestinian young men and injured several citizens after invading the village of Iraq Burin, south of Nablus in the northern occupied West Bank. The army also invaded towns and villages in the governorates of Jenin, Bethlehem, and Hebron. Media sources said that occupation forces stormed the village of Iraq Burin, on …
FDA Announces Recall of Specific Miniverse Toys Due to Health-damaging Acrylates | 30 November 2024, Quezon City. The toxics watchdog group EcoWaste Coalition gave the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) a thumbs up for issuing a toy safety advisory that will protect children from being harmed by acrylates in liquid form, which pose a safety risk to consumers, especially kids. | The FDA through Advisory No. 2024-1621 issued on November 28 and posted on the agency's website on November 29 informed the public about the voluntary recall of 15 specific types of Miniverse mini toys for containing hydroxyethyl methacryl…