english.palinfo.com (2025-12-08). Launching the covenant to halt and criminalize the Zionist genocide in the Gaza Strip and pursue its perpetrators
The document… states that the Palestinian people in the Gaza Strip have been subjected for more than two years to a full-fledged genocide carried out by Israel through large-scale bombardment, a suffocating blockade that caused starvation and prevented medical care, and the destruction of civilian infrastructure, in addition to documented violations against prisoners, women, and children.
(2025-12-08). Microsoft's Aiding of Israel's Genocide Against Palestinians Exposes Company to Legal Liability. indybay.org Microsoft's Aiding of Israel's Genocide Against Palestinians Exposes Company and its Leadership to Legal Liability…
(2025-12-08). Israeli Military Kills Three-Year-Old in Southern Gaza. scheerpost.com By Dave DeCamp / Antiwar.com The Israeli military killed a three-year-old girl in southern Gaza on Sunday, the Quds News Network has reported, as Israel continues to violate the US-backed ceasefire deal. QNN identified the girl as Ahed al-Biyouk and said she was shot by Israeli soldiers in the al-Mawasi tent camp in southern Gaza outside of the Israeli-occupied …
(2025-12-08). IDF Chief Says 'Yellow Line' in Gaza Is a 'New Border'. scheerpost.com Zamir speaks to Israeli troops in Gaza on December 7, 2025 (IDF photo) | In one of the scariest moments in modern history, we're doing our best at ScheerPost to pierce the fog of lies that conceal it but we need some help to pay our writers and staff. Please consider a tax-deductible By Dave DeCamp / Antiwar.com | The head of the Israeli military
(2025-12-08). Thursday 12/11: Power Half Hour for Gaza. indybay.org Zoom | http: //jvp.org/gazaph…
(2025-12-08). Netanyahu rebukes Germany's Merz, rejects two‚Äëstate solution for Palestinians. hindustantimes.com Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said the first phase of the Gaza ceasefire is "almost" complete and that he expects to move to the second phase soon, tying that shift to the return of the last hostage's remains and upcoming talks with U.S. President Donald Trump on Trump's multi-stage Gaza plan. Netanyahu made the statement at a joint Jerusalem press conference with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz. Watch for more…
counterpunch.org (2025-12-08). How Did We Get Here? Palestine and the Mandates of DeceptionEach day, we learn of Israel's theft of yet another slice of Palestine. Piece by piece, acre by acre, the Palestinian nation has been seized by Israeli offensive forces and carved up by Zionist colonizers in contravention of all treaties, accords, "peace" agreements and the like.
(2025-12-08). Thousands march across US against Trump's drive for war in Venezuela. therealnews.com 
On Dec. 6, people across the United States marched. They protested. They carried banners: No war on Venezuela. No blood for oil. US hands off Venezuela. They chanted and waved Venezuelan flags. | Trump says he's coming to remove Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro. He's promised it's only a matter of time. The United States has amassed the largest military buildup in the Caribbean since the 1962 Cuban Missile Crisis. | But according to a recent CBS poll, 70% of Americans are opposed to US military action in Venezuela. And over the weekend, those voices were loud. Marches against US military intervention. Ag…
(2025-12-08). Venezuela: Former Governor Jailed on Hate Crime, Terrorism Charges Dies in Custody. orinocotribune.com Caracas ( The incident occurred Saturday morning at the Center for Processed Persons, Convicts and Female Annex of the Metropolitan Area of Caracas, a maximum security facility in El Helicoide, Caracas. The ministry said he was assisted by fellow inmates before the on-duty medical team responded. | "Due to his health co…
2025-12-08: Max Blumenthal CRUSHES Western Puppet
Max Blumenthal debates a journalist about US intervention in Latin America, focusing on Honduras and Venezuela. The discussion analyzes political maneuvering and resource exploitation. A lively conversation explores the impact of US foreign policy on both Latin American nations and the US itself.
(2025-12-08). Tragedy in Goa: Assam Families Mourn Nightclub Fire Victims. devdiscourse.com A devastating nightclub fire in Goa has tragically taken the lives of three men from Assam, bringing attention to their forced migration due to limited livelihood opportunities at home.
(2025-12-08). Explainer: How AI is Reshaping India's Waste Ecosystem. ummid.com When waste is traced, trusted, and treated as an asset, it no longer marks the end of a product's journey. It becomes the starting point of a smarter, more circular economy, and this is exactly what Recykal is doing.
(2025-12-08). Trump DOJ Argues Key Anti-Discrimination Law Doesn't Apply to Federal Workers. portside.org Trump DOJ Argues Key Anti-Discrimination Law Doesn't Apply to Federal Workers |
(2025-12-08). Archaeologist considers Chega Sofla site to be key civilizational link of Persian Gulf. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN ⚪ Chega Sofla ancient site in Dasht-e Zohreh, southeast of Khuzestan province, is one of the most key civilizational links of Persian Gulf, where the world's first brick tomb, an elaborate shrine, and unique evidence of the privileged position of women in the 5th millennium BC have been discovered.
(2025-12-08). Iran has five contenders at 2025 world's most dominant wrestler. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN – Five Iranian wrestlers have been named among the contenders for the title of the most dominant wrestler of 2025 according to United World Wrestling (UWW).
(2025-12-08). Donald Trump hints at blocking Netflix's $72 Billion Warner Bros. mega‚Äëmerger. hindustantimes.com Donald Trump used his high-profile appearance at the Kennedy Center Honors to cast doubt over Netflix's blockbuster 72 billion dollar bid for Warner Bros., hinting he may personally move to rein in the mega-merger on antitrust grounds and sending shockwaves through Hollywood and rival streamers alike. While acknowledging Netflix's success and confirming recent talks with co-CEO Ted Sarandos, Trump warned that the combined company's "very large" market share "could be a problem" and vowed to be "involved in that decision," reviving memories of his earlier opposition to the AT&T—Time Warner tie-up and raising…
(2025-12-08). Kremlin Sees Alignment With Trump's New US Security Strategy. menafn.com (MENAFN – AzerNews) | The Kremlin has welcomed the new US national security strategy | approved by President Donald Trump, saying the document largely | reflects Russia's own understanding of global …
(2025-12-08). UPPSC PCS 2025: Number of Vacancies increased ahead of Prelim results. ummid.com The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) has increased the Provincial Civil Service (PCS) vacancies ahead of the UPPSC PCS 2025 Prelim result.
(2025-12-08). Trump's Mortgage Fraud Witch Hunt Is Lawless and Hypocritical. commondreams.org A new investigation by Pro Publica revealed that Donald Trump has, on multiple occasions, signed mortgages for new homes claiming they would serve as his primary residence and instead used them as investment or rental properties. For months, Trump and his administration have been accusing its political enemies of mortgage fraud for claiming more than one primary residence.Lisa Gilbert, co-president of Public Citizen, issued the following statement in response: "The cruel and lawless hypocrisy of Donald Trump using the levers of government to dig up so-called mortgage fraud on his perceived political opponents,…
(2025-12-08). Causes and consequences of Sri Lanka's "most challenging" natural disaster. peoplesdispatch.org President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has Initial estimates place the economic
(2025-12-08). Wednesday 12/24: Christmas Eve Candlelight Service: Mary the Prophet: She Magnifies the Lord. indybay.org 12540 Skyline Blvd Oakland CA 94619…
(2025-12-08). Lord Macaulay: Saint or Sinner? ummid.com While the Modi tribe is blaming Macaulay for our ills, the Dalit thinkers like Chandrabhan Prasad are hailing the contribution of Macaulay in laying the foundations which in due course led to the struggle for dignity and rights of equality for Dalit and marginalized sections of society.
(2025-12-08). Friday 12/12: Virtual Action Hour for Palestine. indybay.org Zoom | afsc.org/events/action-hour-palestine…
(2025-12-08). Trust: The Missing Currency of Corporate Life. fairobserver.com Since the pandemic, the US workforce has experienced a profound reshaping of expectations, norms and relationships. The nation has witnessed moments of resilience and ingenuity, but also unprecedented levels of stress, fragmentation and uncertainty. The numbers reveal a reality that is no longer anecdotal but systemic — a deterioration in trust, engagement, collaboration and belief…
(2025-12-08). Cubans in the U.S. betrayed by Washington's current immigration policy. radiohc.cu Bruno Rodríguez Parrilla, Cuba's Minister of Foreign Affairs, emphasized on Monday that Cubans residing in the United States, persecuted by the current immigration policy, have been betrayed by those who previously encouraged them, with privileges, to leave their country. | Through the social network X, the island's top diplomat pointed out that his compatriots in the United States not only face the risk of being arbitrarily deported: now they face the threat of losing or having their bank accounts frozen. | Bruno Rodríguez's message points to figures in the political life of that country who encouraged Cubans to…
(2025-12-08). Cuba Confirms its Participation in the VI World Baseball Classic. radiohc.cu Havana, December 8 (RHC) — Cuba has confirmed its participation in the VI World Baseball Classic, following the receipt of the necessary authorization and the signing of the agreement that regulates the presence of qualified national federations. | The Cuban Baseball and Softball Federation (FCBS) announced that the national team will compete in the tournament scheduled for March 5-17, 2026, with venues in the United States, Japan, and Puerto Rico. | According to the federation, a preliminary roster of 50 players has already been compiled, comprised of athletes affiliated with Major League Baseball (MLB), Ni…
(2025-12-08). Iranians half of nominees for 2025 world's best wrestlers. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 08 (MNA) — Iran emerged as the leading nation in United World Wrestling's 2025 Best Wrestlers shortlist, securing five of the ten total nominations announced on Monday.
(2025-12-08). How Private Interests and the Banking Dynasties Control Washington. globalresearch.ca [Author's note: The article below, first published on October 13, 2022, relates in part to the powerful forces at work in the United States. I've mentioned also the attempts by the Americans to encroach upon Russia in eastern Europe and …
(2025-12-08). FE Custom emerges as local sports clubs revolt against imported jerseys. independentaustralia.net 
(2025-12-08). Donald Trump On Netflix-Warner Bros Deal: 'A Lot Of Market Share'. menafn.com (MENAFN – AsiaNet News) Trump Weighs In on Proposed Merger US President Donald Trump addressed the proposed Netflix acquisition of Warner Bros., praising Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos alongside Greg …
(2025-12-08). Seven Yemeni fishermen die after storm capsizes their boat off Aden. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- Seven Yemeni fishermen died early Sunday after their wooden boat capsized in stormy waters off the Aden coast, Yemeni maritime authorities and the International Organization for Migration (IOM) said. The crew had been returning from an overnight fishing trip in the Gulf of Aden when sudden high winds struck around 3 a.m., overturning their 12-meter dhow and tossing all aboard into rough seas.Rescue teams from the Yemeni Coast Guard, assisted by local fishing cooperatives, recovered six bodies by midday. A seventh was found drifting several kilometers offshore. Two survivors, both in their 40s, were hosp…
(2008-12-25). Armed men loot Rs1.8m in broad daylight in Karachi's Landhi. tribune.com.pk 
Fearless robbers carried out a daring robbery in broad daylight in Landhi No. 6, District Korangi, as CCTV footage of the incident targeting pedestrians has emerged. The armed suspects looted Rs1.8 million from citizens before fleeing the scene. | CCTV footage shows four armed suspects riding on two motorcycles. The robbers, seemingly unafraid of the local Korangi police, attempted to stop the citizens with the intention of robbing them. The footage captures the moment when the suspects approached their victims, who were taken by surprise and panicked upon seeing the armed men. | During the chaos, the victims…
(2025-12-08). Goa: Birch by Romeo Lane Night Club Fire Leaves 25 Dead. ummid.com As many as 25 people have been killed while a number of others are injured in a late night fire erupted in Birch by Romeo Lane night club in Arpora, North Goa.
(2025-12-08). The greatest story never told. indybay.org Old Photo From The 70's With William Eaton On Far Left In Goatee, Heading To Eden Hot Springs In Arizona With Some Friends.
(2025-12-08). MacKenzie Scott, Mentored by Toni Morrison at Princeton, Gives $25 Million to Another HBCU: Lincoln University. moguldom.com MacKenzie Scott has donated $25 million to Lincoln University, the nation's first degree-granting historically Black university, continuing her substantial philanthropic commitment to HBCUs and organizations serving students of color. The gift takes on added significance given Scott's own academic roots: she studied creative writing under Toni Morrison at Princeton University, where the Nobel Prize-winning novelist …
(2025-12-08). Nikolai Gogol's Department of Government Efficiency. portside.org Nikolai Gogol's Department of Government Efficiency |
(2025-12-08). Tata and Lockheed Martin Strengthen Defense Ties with New MRO Facility in India. devdiscourse.com Tata Advanced Systems and Lockheed Martin have announced a significant development in their collaboration with the groundbreaking of a new maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) facility in Bengaluru, India. This facility will cater to the C-130J Super Hercules military transport aircraft, marking a substantial enhancement in India's defense infrastructure.
(2025-12-08). Supreme Court should not let climate lawfare set US energy policy. wattsupwiththat.com Let's hope the Supreme Court agrees that Boulder's lawsuit is an excellent opportunity to terminate frivolous climate lawfare, expand on the guidance it provided in these two previous cases — and end attempts by climate activists to impose destructive national policies through local and state courts.
(2025-12-08). 'Escalating' gun violence in Gauteng condemned. sanews.gov.za 'Escalating' gun violence in Gauteng condemned | The Gauteng Provincial Legislature's Portfolio Committee on Community Safety has raised the alarm on the escalating levels of gun violence in the province. | This after a mass shooting in Tshwane over the weekend and the murder of a witness of the Madlanga Commission. | "The…Portfolio Committee on Community Safety is gravely concerned by the escalating levels of gun violence that continue to turn communities across the province into everyday crime scenes. | "The recent mass shooting in Saulsville, Pretoria, is yet another tragic reminder of the urgent need to rid…
(2025-12-08). IRCS ready to send relief aid to flood-hit Indonesia. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN —The Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS) has expressed its readiness to dispatch relief teams and humanitarian aid to assist Indonesians affected by floods.
(2025-12-08). South Africans urged to deepen commitment to unity this Reconciliation Month. sanews.gov.za South Africans urged to deepen commitment to unity this Reconciliation Month | As South Africa commemorates Reconciliation Month in December, government has called on South Africans to deepen their commitment to unity, healing, forgiveness and nation-building. | Government further encouraged citizens to ensure that the values of reconciliation remain central to South Africa's shared future. | This was shared by Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture Gayton McKenzie during the launch of this year's national commemoration, which will be taking place on Tuesday, 16 December 2025 at the Ncome Museum, Nquthu Local Munici…
(2025-12-08). Manitowoc, December 12, 2025: Art of Resistance Poetry Show! wibailoutpeople.org 
(2025-12-08). Report to be launched highlighting challenges in addressing HIV stigma. sanews.gov.za Report to be launched highlighting challenges in addressing HIV stigma | A comprehensive study which will shed light on the persistent challenges and opportunities for positive change in addressing HIV stigma and discrimination in South Africa, is expected to be launched on Tuesday. | The HIV Stigma Index 2.0 report highlights the experiences of over 5 000 participants from all nine provinces of South Africa, with a focus on 18 districts, both urban and rural. | It also emphasises the importance of community-led initiatives and the need for a multisectoral approach to address stigma and discrimination. The findi…
(2025-12-08). Winter Session: Govt agrees to debate on SIR after ruckus in Parliament. ummid.com The Narendra Modi government Tuesday agreed to hold a debate on Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls after repeated disruptions by the opposition MPs leading to adjournments in the Lok Sabha.
(2008-12-25). Justice Aurangzeb sworn in as permanent SC judge. tribune.com.pk 
Justice Miangul Hassan Aurangzeb has taken the oath as a permanent judge of the Supreme Court. The oath was administered by the Chief Justice of Pakistan, Yahya Afridi, and the ceremony was held at the Supreme Court. | Justice Miangul Hassan Aurangzeb, who is already working as an acting SC judge, was proposed to be appointed as a permanent judge at SC by the Judicial Commission on December 2. | Chief Justice of Islamabad High Court (IHC) Sarfraz Dogar, Justices Mohsin Akhtar Kiyani, Babar Sattar, Tariq Jahangiri, Sardar Ejaz Ishaq, and Justice Saman Rafat Imtiaz also attended the ceremony. | Justice K.K. Agha…
(2025-12-08). Bait and switch stage two — Shooting the breeze in Moscow. thealtworld.com Putin does not want a 'deal'. What he insists on is a legally binding treaty — as he has repeatedly stated. | President Trump's friend, Steve Witkoff, together with Trump's son-in-law, Jared Kushner, met on 2 December with President Putin at the Kremlin in Moscow. | Taking part in the meeting on the Russian side were Presidential Aide R…
(2025-12-08). Monday 12/15: Webinar: Winning Divestment at the Ballot Box. indybay.org Online | actionnetwork.org/events/webinar-winning……
(2025-12-08). Expert debunks free market myths. eng.belta.by Aleksandr Tishchenko pointed to Belarus' western neighbors Lithuania, Latvia, and Poland. "They were stripped of everything and turned into mere consumer markets. Only the trinkets have changed: today they are iPhones or something of the sort."
(2025-12-08). Thailand launches air raids along Cambodia border. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 08 (MNA) — The Royal Thai Army has announced launching air attacks along its disputed border with Cambodia, after accusing Cambodian forces of firing at its troops and killing at least one soldier.
(2025-12-08). Sunday 12/14: San Jose: International Human Rights Day Rally & March. indybay.org Meet at Federal Building on the corner of 1st St and San Carlos St, San Jose…
(2025-12-08). Israeli Navy holding joint drill with US Navy's 5th Fleet. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 08 (MNA) — The Israeli military announced the start of a weeklong joint naval exercise with the US Fifth Fleet, headquartered in Bahrain.
(2025-12-08). Israel won't relinquish newly occupied Syrian territory near Damascus, Netanyahu says. tehrantimes.com Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Sunday that his military will not withdraw from territories it occupied in southern Syria, Anadolu reported Monday.
(2025-12-08). Ice Cream Boardroom Bust-Up: Tensions Rise Between Unilever and Ben & Jerry's Over Governance Disputes. devdiscourse.com Tensions are escalating as Unilever pressures Anuradha Mittal, the chair of Ben & Jerry's independent board, to resign ahead of Magnum's public spinoff. Reports from a recent audit have sparked controversy over governance issues within the separate Ben & Jerry's Foundation, where Mittal holds a trustee position.
(2025-12-08). Saturday 12/6: Free virtual screening of the documentary video: "The Grassroots Tour of Al-Quds" indybay.org Zoom | us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_z1KK……
(2025-12-08). Why Soil Is the Frontline of Earth's Recovery. passblue.com 
We treat soil like dirt. Yet what lies beneath our feet determines the health of our food, our planet and ultimately our future. Soil is often invisible to us. We walk on it, build on it, grow our food from it and assume it will keep giving. But its condition shapes everything from climate stability …
(2025-12-08). Milwaukee Teachers' Education Association (MTEA): ICE Out of Our Schools and Communities! wibailoutpeople.org 
(2025-12-08). The Weekly Round Up: Facial recognition, Sudan censorship, FIFA concerns, and compulsory divestment under A1P1. ukhumanrightsblog.com 
In the news The UK Home Office has begun a ten-week public consultation into the use of facial recognition and biometrics technologies by the police, with the view to expanding the rollout of live facial recognition policing (currently limited to ten forces) across the entire UK. Among the Government's proposals is the creation of a …
(2025-12-08). Trump Regime Takedown — to Save Our Democracy. indybay.org Takedown Musk and Takedown Trump protesters after ten long months vow to continue their efforts to see the Trump regime gone!
(2025-12-08). Cuba and CARICOM celebrate 53rd anniversary of diplomatic ties. radiohc.cu Cuba and the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) on Monday celebrate the 53rd anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations, a date that commemorates the decision by Barbados, Guyana, Jamaica, and Trinidad and Tobago to formalize ties with Cuba in 1972. | "Based on our shared history and Caribbean brother/sisterhood, we reaffirm our commitment to strengthening and further leveraging cooperation throughout the region," stated Bruno Rodríguez Parrilla, Cuban Minister of Foreign Affairs, on his X social media account. | Bruno Rodríguez also highlighted the celebration of Cuba-CARICOM Day, on its 23rd anniversar…
(2025-12-08). New Air Force Chief Boosts Nuclear Buildup, Moving Away From Deterrence, Experts Warn. theintercept.com 
Gen. Ken Wilsbach promotes nuclear "recapitalization" in his first memo to the Air Force — fueling fear of a radical shift away from nukes acting solely as deterrence.
(2025-12-08). Rate of Global Heating in the Arab World is Twice the Global Average. juancole.com Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) — The World Meteorological Organization has issued its 2024 was the hottest year on record in the Middle East, around 1 ∫ Celsius (1.8 ∫ F.) hotter than the average for 1990-2020, which was already on the hot side. Since the previous 122,000 years have been cool, the hottest year on record probably means the hottest year in 122,000 y…
(2025-12-08). EU's Costa warns US against interference in Europe. tehrantimes.com European Council President António Costa said on Monday that the United States should "not threaten to interfere in the democratic life" of its European allies, Politico reported.
(2025-12-08). Dallas celebrates Sindhi Cultural Day. geo.tv 
People dance while celebrating Sindhi Culture Day in Dallas, Texas, US. — Reporter The Sindhi Association of North America brought a vibrant slice of South Asian heritage to Texas this weekend as families from across Dallas—Fort Worth gathered to celebrate Sindhi…
(2025-12-08). Car bomb kills five in front of Mexican police station. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 08 (MNA) — Mexican authorities on Sunday said at least five people died and three more were injured after a car exploded near a police station in the restive western state of Michoacan.
(2025-12-08). Tuesday 12/16: Webinar: Breaking Borders: Globalizing Palestine. indybay.org Online | www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/threads-of……
(2025-12-08). Expert: Washington and London have their picks for Ukraine's next president. eng.belta.by Washington and London may be grooming their own picks for…
(2025-12-08). As former CIA chief joins board of Ukraine's Fire Point, more questions need answered. strategic-culture.su Now that Pompeo is sitting on the board of advisors of one of Ukraine's most profitable defense companies, he will obviously see no reason to tone down the pro-war rhetoric in favor of corporate profit. | Join us on , , and…
(2025-12-08). Post Malone's Guwahati Concert: A Cultural Milestone for Assam. devdiscourse.com Renowned American singer-rapper Post Malone will take the stage in Guwahati on Monday, local officials confirm.
(2025-12-08). Australia's economy strengthens as the rest of the world struggles. independentaustralia.net 
(2025-12-08). Cracking Down on Crypto Crimes: Government Tightens the Noose. devdiscourse.com The Indian government is intensifying its crackdown on crypto-related crimes, with the Enforcement Directorate seizing assets worth Rs 4,189.89 crore under anti-money laundering laws. A suspect involved in these activities has been declared a Fugitive Economic Offender, sources in Parliament revealed on Monday.
(2025-12-08). 36 killed in Iran's attack on Mossad headquarters: IRGC Spox. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 08 (MNA) — The Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC)'s spokesman says that 36 people were killed in Iran's missile strike on the Mossad headquarters during the 12-day war with Israel.
(2025-12-08). Weekly Climate and Energy News Roundup. wattsupwiththat.com Quote of the Week: "Reality is that which, when you stop believing in it, doesn't go away."— Philip K. Dick, science fiction writer, [H/t National Center for Energy Analytics]…
(2025-12-08). Fans in disbelief as Ronaldo announces investment in Perplexity AI. ummid.com Fans have been in disbelief, as well as exited and thrilled, as football legend and Portugal National Football Team Skipper Cristiano Ronaldo who also leads Saudi FC Al-Nassr, announces investment in Perplexity AI.
(2025-12-08). Govt blinks on compulsory pre-installation of Sanchar Saathi app. ummid.com The Narendra Modi government has revoked the DoT directive to smartphone makers mandating pre-installation of Sanchar Saathi app in all the communication devices manufactured by them.
(2025-12-08). NEP 2020 and Silent Erosion of Minority Rights. ummid.com The National Education Policy 2020 represents a quiet and comprehensive restructuring of Higher Education that never once acknowledges the existence of constitutional Minority Rights.
(2025-12-08). 'Surveillance, Beyond Unconstitutional': DoT Sanchar Saathi Directive Sparks Outrage. ummid.com The Narendra Modi government's directive to smartphone manufacturers to pre-install Sanchar Saathi app has sparked a huge outrage.
(2025-12-08). Kenyan lawmakers on official visit to Belarus. eng.belta.by Minsk is keen to significantly expand cooperation with Nairobi across a broad range of areas, viewing Kenya as a promising region.
(2025-12-08). The Emancipation Proclamation Offers a Hint on What the Supreme Court Will Do About Birthright Citizenship. portside.org The Emancipation Proclamation Offers a Hint on What the Supreme Court Will Do About Birthright Citizenship |
(2025-12-08). Front pages of Iran's English dailies on December 8. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 08 (MNA) — Here are the front pages of Iran's English language dailies on Monday, December 8.
(2025-12-08). Magnum's Sweet Spin-Off: Ice Cream Giant Goes Independent. devdiscourse.com The Magnum Ice Cream Company is poised to complete its spin-off from Unilever, eyeing an Amsterdam listing that will put investors' taste preferences to the test.
(2025-12-08). 5.8 magnitude earthquake shakes Alaska. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 08 (MNA) — An earthquake with a magnitude of 5.8 was registered in Alaska, the US Geological Survey (USGS) reported.
(2025-12-08). FBI Making List Of American "Extremists," Leaked Memo Reveals. progressivehub.net KEN KLIPPENSTEIN | KENKLIPPENSTEIN.COM…
(2025-12-08). Cuban Gutiérrez Plays a Leading Role in the Italian Volleyball Super League. radiohc.cu Havana, December 8 (RHC) — Cuban José Miguel Gutiérrez was the star of his club Piacenza's victory in the Italian Men's Volleyball Super League. | Cisterna won the first set 25-21, but the rest went to the northern Italian team with scores of 25-23, 25-22, and 25-18. | With 19 points, four of them on serves, and an excellent 35 percent attack efficiency, the Caribbean player was his team's second-highest scorer. His team now has a record of six wins and three losses. | In other Sunday results, Trentino swept Grottazzolina 3-0, as did Peruggia against Milano and Verona against Cuneo. | Peruggia maintained its…
(2025-12-08). Israel raids UNRWA headquarters in Sheikh Jarrah. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Israeli forces raided the headquarters of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) in the Sheikh Jarrah neighborhood in East Jerusalem on Monday.The Israeli army entered the UNRWA compound, conducted searches, and confiscated the mobile phones of security guards, according to the official Palestinian news agency WAFA.The Jerusalem Governorate said that reinforced Israeli army forces stormed the headquarters in the early morning hours of Monday, detained the security staff and seized their phones, which led to a cutoff of communication with them and made it impossible to…
(2025-12-08). Hajj 2026 3rd Waiting List of 4,375 Pilgrims, Payment Details Released. ummid.com The Haj Committee of India has released the third waiting list for Hajj 2026, asking 4,375 pilgrims to confirm their seats by depositing the payment before December 15, 2025.
(2025-12-08). Un-American Candidate Vows to Kick "Every Dirty Muslim out of Texas" : Glenn Reacts. scheerpost.com 'By Glenn Greenwald / ⚪ Please share this story and help us grow our network!: ⚪ Editor's Note: At a moment when the once vaunted model of responsible journalism is overwhelmingly the play thing of self-serving billionaires and their corporate scribes, alternatives of integrity are desperately needed, and ScheerPost is one of them. Please support our independent journalism by contributing to our online donation platform, Network…
(2025-12-08). The FBI's New Naughty List. levernews.com 
(2025-12-08). US Rep. Adelita Grijalva Says She Was Pepper-Sprayed During ICE Raid. newsone.com 
(2025-12-08). Columbia Then-President Opposed Academic Boycott Of Universities in 2007. indybay.org "On June 12, 2007, the then-president of the currently Tel Aviv University [TAU].-linked Columbia University…said: '… At Columbia I am proud to say that we embrace Israeli scholars and universities…'…"
(2025-12-08). Police Commissioner to visit Saulsville mass shooting scene. sanews.gov.za Police Commissioner to visit Saulsville mass shooting scene | The South African Police Service's (SAPS) National Commissioner General Fannie Masemola will today visit Saulsville hostel, west of Pretoria where 25 people were shot at the weekend. ⚪ Police confirmed that 11 of those shot suffered fatal injuries, with the latest victim having succumbed to injuries while being treated at Kalafong hospital where all the victims had been taken to. | Among the dead are a three-year-old and a 12-year-old child. The 14 others that were injured and are being treated in hospital. ⚪ From Saulsville, General Mosemola will pr…
(2025-12-08). Foreign Minister in Tehran; the Pope in Türkiye; reactions to Barzani's 'armed guards'. uwidata.com As always, Türkiye had a packed agenda last week. Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan's visit to Iran and the statements he made there topped the list. Pope Francis' visit to Türkiye and his meeting with President Recep Tayyip Erdoƒüan was another major headline. The visit of Kurdistan Regional Government President Masoud Barzani, linked to Türkiye's ongoing …
(2025-12-08). Zohran Mamdani among the most mispronounced words in 2025. ummid.com New York Mayor Elect, Zohran Mamdani, continues to make headlines for different reasons, this time because of the pronunciation of his name.
(2025-12-08). Thailand's fighter jets bomb Cambodia border; Trump's peace deal in ruins. hindustantimes.com U.S. president Donald Trump's Asia peace push has been badly undermined after a U.S.— and Malaysia‚Äëbacked ceasefire between Thailand and Cambodia collapsed in renewed border warfare, with Thai air raids shattering the truce just months after it was signed. Thai jets and ground forces have struck Cambodian positions along the disputed frontier following deadly firefights, as both sides trade accusations over who violated the agreement first. Watch for more…
(2025-12-08). Tehran, Yerevan hold fifth meeting to promote tourism. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN ⚪ The fifth meeting of the joint technical committee for tourism cooperation between Iran and Armenia is being held in Yerevan, with the aim of strengthening bilateral interactions and facilitating tourist traffic, and will last until December 9.
(2025-12-08). Pardon Netanyahu only if he leaves office: Israeli leaders. ummid.com Prominent Israeli leaders have asserted that Benjamin Netanyahu should be granted pardon only if he retires as Prime Minister and from public life.
(2025-12-08). Interviews to select new NPA head to be held this week. sanews.gov.za Interviews to select new NPA head to be held this week | The Advisory Panel to select a new National Director of Public Prosecutions (NDPP) for the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) has announced interview dates for candidates vying for the job. ⚪ …
(2025-12-08). Hlabisa hosts strategic meeting in Nelson Mandela Bay. sanews.gov.za Hlabisa hosts strategic meeting in Nelson Mandela Bay | The Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA), Velenkosini Hlabisa, has held a high-level strategic meeting with civil society and key stakeholders in the Nelson Mandela Bay Metro in the Eastern Cape. | The gathering that was held at the weekend followed the department's appointment of a 10-member team, in accordance with Section 154(1) of the Constitution, to assist the city council in improving governance and facilitating service delivery. | The engagement brought together representatives from the National CoGTA, the Nelson Mandela…
(2025-12-08). Monday 12/15: Webinar: Blacklisted. indybay.org Online | www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/threads-of……
(2025-12-08). Protest at Trader Joe's Over Supplier Tied to Jailing of Animal Rescuer Zoe Rosenberg. indybay.org Demonstrators urged the grocery chain to cut ties with Perdue's Petaluma Poultry, with placards showing recent conditions of Petaluma Poultry operations…
(2025-12-08). Nigeria deploys fighter jets, ground forces to quell attempted coup in Benin. tehrantimes.com Nigeria's military sent fighter jets and ground forces into neighboring Benin to support President Patrice Talon, after a group of soldiers attempted to seize control of the tiny West African nation, Bloomberg reported Monday.
(2025-12-08). UNSC to hold meeting on Ukraine on December 9. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 08 (MNA) — The UN Security Council will hold an open meeting on Ukraine on Tuesday, December 9.
(2025-12-08). Chief Constable in contempt: Buzzard-Quashie v CC of Northamptonshire Police [2025] EWCA Civ 1397. ukhumanrightsblog.com 
By Kian Leong Tan INTRODUCTION In Buzzard-Quashie v Chief Constable of Northamptonshire Police [2025] EWCA Civ 1397, the Court of Appeal has helpfully restated the law on (civil) contempt of court. The decision — arising out of a longstanding refusal by the Northamptonshire police force ("the police force") to comply with orders from the Information …
(2025-12-08). How probable is it that Assad will return? thealtworld.com What role does Moscow play, and why are Israel, Lebanon, and Turkey the most vulnerable? | The global news agency "Reuters" broadcasted a very lengthy report (at least 2,500 words) about a movement being undertaken by five supporters of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad who have been planning for some time to stage a coup to overthrow the current regime led by interim President Ahmad al-Shara and restore the previous regime to power, if not throughout Syria, then at least in the Alawite areas of the northern coast. | According to the agency, citing stolen material, General Kamal Hassan, head of military intelligen…
(2025-12-08). Don't underestimate the stubbornness of a Fleming! gilbertdoctorow.com [I post below an article of considerable importance which I released on http: //www.gilbertdoctorow.substack.com, the platform on which I publish my essays several times a week — available by subscription. The issue discussed here is critical: I insist that what the Belgian prime minister is doing may have greater impact on an early end to the …
(2025-12-08). Big Europe has lost the war over Ukraine. strategic-culture.su Much remains uncertain about the final outcome of the war in Ukraine. On the diplomatic battlefield, competing peace plans (28 points? 19 points? Crimea in? Crimea out?) have been flying backwards and forwards between capitals. Meanwhile in the real warzone, the Russian military continues to rain down military drones and missiles on Ukrainian cities, and the bodies continue to pile up on both sides in fierce street fighting, with no end in sight.
(2025-12-08). Friday 12/19: Webinar: Religious Voices for Palestine. indybay.org Online | www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/threads-of……
(2025-12-08). Illinois families are going electric — for free. grist.org Jean Gay-Robinson said she "cried tears of joy" when utility ComEd switched all the polluting gas-fired equipment in her Chicago home to modern electric versions, at no cost to her. As a retiree on a fixed income, she is relieved that she'll likely never have to buy another appliance, her energy bills are lower, and her home feels safer. "I don't have to worry about gas blowing up or carbon monoxide, that kind of nonsense," she said. | Gay-Robinson is among the hundreds of people who have benefited from a provision of Illinois' 2021 clean-energy law that allows electri…
(2025-12-08). UN cuts its aid appeal for 2026 despite soaring need. geo.tv 
(2025-12-08). India asks smartphone makers to pre-install Sanchar Saathi. ummid.com The Telecom Ministry in India has asked all the smartphone manufacturers, including Apple, Samsung, Vivo, Xiaomi and others, to pre-install Sanchar Saathi app in all their phones.
(2025-12-08). Antizionist Futures and Immigrant Rights in Labor Organizing. projectcensored.org In the first half of the show, we welcome back the editor-in-chief of Jewish Currents Arielle Angel to talk about the need for new Jewish institutions that reflect not only antizionist Judaism but the myriad traditions of Judaism which zionism has always tried to negate and erase. Arielle also highlights the connections between zionism and American exceptionalism, ideologies that fuel and feed off one another, the power of a grassroots leftist Jewish memory culture, and the pitfalls of self-denial on the Jewish left. Next up, editor for Workday Magazine, Sarah Lazare comes on the show to discuss the purposefully…
(2025-12-08). No decision made on blacklisting Hezbollah, Ansarallah. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 08 (MNA) — Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia' al-Sudani rejected reports claiming that Hezbollah and Yemen's Ansarallah had been designated as terrorist organizations in Iraq.
(2025-12-08). Why Crime in India does not die, but Mutates. ummid.com Crime in India does not collapse under new laws or shifting government, but mutates and absorbs pressure, adopts fresh disguises, and reappears inside the very institutions meant to contain it.
(2025-12-08). Hegseth Defends Boat Bombings as New Details Further Undermine Administration's Justifications. scheerpost.com Gage Skidmore, CC BY-SA 3.0 In one of the scariest moments in modern history, we're doing our best at ScheerPost to pierce the fog of lies that conceal it but we need some help to pay our writers and staff. Please consider a tax-deductible US Defense Sec…
(2025-12-08). Expert compares Belarus' tax approach to Europe's 54% rates. eng.belta.by Natalya Kuleshova, a member of the House of Representatives of the National Assembly of Belarus, discussed income tax rates during an appearance on the STV television channel, as reported by BelTA.
(2025-12-08). New York's climate law will ration fossil fuels and tax the rations. wattsupwiththat.com Clearly capping fuel use is infeasible. Energy is fundamental to our way of life.
(2025-12-08). What messages does the US's new 'National Security Strategy Document' convey? uwidata.com By Adem Kƒ±lƒ±àß, Political Scientist The US recently published its new 'National Security Strategy Document,' which sets out its defense and foreign policy direction. Although the strategy document emphasizes the Trump administration's global perspective and non-interventionist policies centered on 'regional dominance' and 'the nation-state concept,' the world is witnessing the almost complete opposite of these …
(2025-12-08). Beijing's 'Sun Tzu' policy: Xi's strategy in spotlight amid China-Japan tensions. hindustantimes.com Japan has accused Chinese military aircraft of directing fire-control radar at Japanese fighter jets in a move described as one of the most dangerous forms of aerial military intimidation. According to Tokyo, Chinese J-15 jets launched from the Liaoning aircraft carrier allegedly locked radar onto Japanese F-15 fighters near Okinawa, signaling a potential attack scenario. Chinese officials have denied the claims, counter-accusing Japan of interference during naval training operations.
(2025-12-08). Direct Container Shipping Between Novorossiysk & Goa Being Discussed. infobrics.org Russia's Delo Group is discussing the launch of a regular sea container line featuring calls between Novorossiysk Port and Mormugao Port, in Goa, India…
(2025-12-08). Tygerberg Hospital completes SA's first fully internal limb reconstruction. sanews.gov.za Tygerberg Hospital completes SA's first fully internal limb reconstruction | Tygerberg Hospital has reached a major national milestone by performing South Africa's first fully internal bone transport and limb-lengthening reconstruction. | The hospital is a flagship tertiary facility of the Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness (WCDHW). | In partnership with Stellenbosch University, the hospital now stands among only a few centres worldwide with the capability to perform this advanced limb salvage technique within the public sector. | The provincial department said the patient, a 64-year-old former pol…
(2025-12-08). Trump scores an own goal for FIFA. independentaustralia.net 
(2025-12-08). Isfahan, Iraqi Kurdistan explore ways to expand economic cooperation. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN- During a recent meeting held at the place of Isfahan Chamber of Commerce, the ways to expand cooperation in different areas, especially economy and trade, between Isfahan and Kurdistan Autonomous Region of Iraq were discussed.
(2025-12-08). Steve Tibbetts – Interview with Guitarist on Release of Album "Close" indybay.org Interview with guitarist Steve Tibbetts on his eleventh ECM recording "Close." This interview was originally broadcast on Dec. 4, 2025 on "Transformation Highway" with John Malkin on KZSC, 88.1 FM / kzsc.org at the University of California Santa Cruz…
(2025-12-08). Energy efficiency conference opens in Tehran with focus on reducing consumption. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — The fourth International Conference and Exhibition on Iran Energy Optimization and Efficiency (IREEC) opened on Monday at Milad Towe Conference Hall, bringing together policymakers, industry leaders and knowledge-based firms to address what has become one of the country's most persistent economic challenges: high energy consumption and low efficiency.
(2025-12-08). Law Pod UK latest episode: Tacking Ageism. ukhumanrightsblog.com 
Is law up to the problem of discrimination on grounds of (old) age? To discuss this question, Rosalind English is joined in today's episode by regular Law Pod guest Alasdair Henderson of One Crown Office Row and Nina Georgantzi, a human rights lawyer and academic who serves as head of human rights advocacy at Age …
(2025-12-08). Araghchi, Aliyev stress expanding Tehran-Baku cooperation. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 08 (MNA) — Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and Azerbaijan's President Ilham Aliyev stressed the need for expanding the Tehran-Baku bilateral relations and cooperation in various fields.
(2025-12-08). Masoud Shojai Tabtabai talks about "Terror Online" event. tehrantimes.com Masoud Shojai Tabtabai, the secretary of the first International Cartoon and Poster Contest "Terror Online," explained the event's details at a press conference held on Saturday, December 6, in Tehran.
(2025-12-08). IBM, Cisco join hands to build 'Networked Quantum Computers'. ummid.com Tech giants IBM and Cisco have announced to build jointly a large scale network of Quantum computers.
(2025-12-08). The Feynman Test: Why AI Can't Notice What Matters. fairobserver.com I concluded my previous piece by suggesting that before treating artificial intelligence as an object of consumption, a source of useful information or a productivity tool to accomplish certain tasks, we should focus on a more basic question: who I am, who it is and how we interact. I framed the goal in terms of…
(2025-12-08). Iran's border guard commander visits Pakistan. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 08 (MNA) — Commander of Iran's Border Guards, Brigadier-General Ahmad Ali Goudarzi, is visiting the Pakistani port city of Karachi to participate in international search and rescue exercises.
(2025-12-08). Kashan, a global textile city, eyes development of workshops. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN ⚪ Kashan in Isfahan province has long been considered one of the most important textile centers in the world, and this rich history requires serious and targeted action to preserve and develop this valuable heritage.
(2025-12-08). Tragedy Strikes: Jharkhand Migrant Workers Lost in Goa Nightclub Fire. devdiscourse.com In a tragic turn of events, a fire at a Goa nightclub claimed the lives of two brothers from Jharkhand, Pradeep Mahto, 24, and Binod Mahto, 20, along with another migrant worker, Mohit Munda, 22. The incident, which took place post-midnight on Sunday, led to a total of 25 fatalities, including 14 staff members.
(2025-12-08). Milwaukee, January 20, 2026: 'Earth's Greatest Enemy' a Film by Abby Martin. wibailoutpeople.org 
The documentary on the military, pollution and climate will be shown on | January 20 at 6pm at the Avalon Atmospheric Theater, | 2473 South Kinnickinnic Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53207 | Learn more about the film and watch the trailer at Int…
(2025-12-08). After Failing to Win Nobel, Trump Is Awarded FIFA's Newly-Created "Peace Prize" truthout.org On Friday, FIFA President Gianni Infantino awarded President Donald Trump the first ever "FIFA Peace Prize," an award that was created just weeks after Trump failed to win the Nobel Peace Prize. Infantino described Trump as his "close friend" during the ceremony at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C., which took place during the FIFA World Cup draw. "This is your prize… |
(2025-12-08). "Not Mandatory" : Minister clarifies after Sanchar Saathi sparks row. ummid.com Union Communication Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia Tuesday said Sanchar Saathi app is not mandatory and can be deleted if a user wishes to do so.
(2025-12-08). Missed Nobel, Trump 'CONFERRED' FIFA Peace Prize. ummid.com U.S. President Donald Trump, who missed the Nobel Peace Prize 2025 two months ago, has been conferred with the inaugural FIFA Peace Prize.
(2025-12-08). Trump Reveals Zelensky Hasn't Read Ukraine Peace Plan Yet: 'I'm A Little Bit Disappointed'. menafn.com (MENAFN – Live Mint) US President Donald Trump revealed on Sunday that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has not read the Russia-Ukraine peace proposal yet.He said Zelensky isn't ready to sign …
(2025-12-08). Tuesday 12/9: Rise Up for Science Rally & March. indybay.org Lytton Plaza | 200 University Ave | Palo Alto, CA…
(2025-12-08). Journalist's Bail Plea in Money Laundering Case: Supreme Court Seeks ED's Response. devdiscourse.com The Supreme Court has instructed the Enforcement Directorate (ED) to submit its response within three days regarding a bail plea by journalist Mahesh Langa, who is implicated in a money laundering case related to an alleged financial scam. The directive was issued during a hearing on Monday.
(2025-12-08). JEE Advanced 2026 date, eligibility criteria confirmed. ummid.com The IIT Roorkee today confirmed the JEE Advanced 2026 date and also released the eligibility criteria for appearing in the important entrance exams.
(2025-12-08). Social Entrepreneurship Across EM: What Role for BRICS+. infobrics.org The social dimension for BRICS+ is paramount for a range of reasons, including perhaps most importantly the dominant share of the bloc in the world's population — a share that has now exceeded 50%. In this respect, there is one social development track that may prove to be particularly important in the future evolution of BRICS+, namely social entrepreneurship…
(2025-12-08). Catholic Archbishop for US Military Speaks Out Against US Strikes on Alleged Drug Boats. news.antiwar.com The Catholic Archbishop for the US Military Services has spoken out against the US bombing campaign against alleged drug boats in Latin America and said it would be "illegal and immoral" to order the bombing of survivors on a boat that poses no threat. Archbishop Timothy Broglio made clear in his statement that he was …
(2025-12-08). Tuesday 12/9: Speak Out For SF PUC Workers Fired For Standing Up For Health & Safety. indybay.org San Francisco Public Utility Commission Meeting | San Francisco City Hall Rm 400…
(2025-12-08). Thailand's airstrikes against Cambodia reignite border tensions. geo.tv 
People flee amid clashes between Thailand and Cambodia along a disputed border area, in Oddar Meanchey Province, Cambodia, December 8, 2025. — ReutersThai army says one soldier killed in border clashes.Military facilities targeted in air strikes: Thai Air ForceEx-Cambodian leader…
(2025-12-08). 2026: A Year of Reckoning. portside.org 2026: A Year of Reckoning |
(2025-12-08). Anti-narcotics police attend intl. conference on drug control in Iraq. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — A delegation of senior police officers, led by Iran's anti-narcotics police chief, Iraj Kakavand, participated in the third international conference on combating drugs, held on December 7 and 8 in Baghdad, Iraq.
(2025-12-08). Defending Rights Dissent Represents U.S. Civil Society at International Summit. rightsanddissent.org 
Defending Rights & Dissent joined representatives of civil society organizations from 21 North, South, and Central American countries in Bogota, Colombia, in November at the Intercontinental Summit on the Closing of Civic Space in the Americas, sponsored by Amnesty International. DRAD Executive Director, Sue Udry, was one of 3 U.S. delegates invited to attend. | The summit brought together human rights defenders from across the Americas to discuss strategies, learnings, and good practices in this work and explore ways we can collaborate to fight back against the growing authoritarianism across the region."The mee…
(2025-12-08). Greenpeace Asks a DUTCH Court to Overturn a $345 Million Dakota Pipeline Judgement. wattsupwiththat.com Greenpeace appears to think European courts have pre-eminence over US courts, even for events which happened in the USA.
(2025-12-08). Tehran hosts 7th meeting of BRICS Working Group. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 08 (MNA) — The 7th Meeting of the BRICS Working Group on Research Infrastructures and Mega-Science Projects kicked off in Tehran's Azadi Hotel on Monday.
(2025-12-08). Iran-Brazil ties hold significant potential for expansion. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 08 (MNA) — Iran's deputy foreign minister for legal and international affairs, Kazem Gharibabadi, said Tehran and Brasília have significant potential to expand their bilateral and international cooperation.
(2025-12-08). Major 7.6 quake off northern Japan triggers tsunami warnings and mass evacuations. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- A powerful 7.6-magnitude earthquake struck off northern Japan late Monday, triggering urgent tsunami alerts and prompting thousands to evacuate coastal areas across Hokkaido, Aomori, and Iwate prefectures, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA). The quake, hit at 11: 15 p.m. local time with an epicenter about 73 kilometers east-northeast of Misawa in Aomori Prefecture, at a depth of 50 kilometers.The U.S. Geological Survey confirmed the magnitude, classifying the quake as a major event capable of widespread disruption. A 5.5-magnitude aftershock followed minutes later, intensifying concerns o…
(2025-12-08). Iran, Azerbaijan foreign ministers hold bilateral meeting. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 08 (MNA) — Azerbaijan's Foreign Minister Jeyhun Bayramov and Iran's Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi held a private meeting as part of Araghchi's visit to Baku.
(2025-12-08). Guwahati's Rise: Northeast India's Emerging Real Estate Powerhouse. devdiscourse.com Guwahati has emerged as a commercial powerhouse in Northeast India, with significant infrastructure investments set to redefine the region's real estate through 2028, reveals a JLL report titled 'Beyond the metros: Insights into India's emerging real estate stars.'
(2025-12-08). Trump Militarized Cities in ICE Crackdowns. Is Militarizing the Ballot Box Next? scheerpost.com By Sasha Abramsky Original for Truthout Two months after Donald Trump's second inauguration, the White House released the text of a sprawling executive order allegedly designed to ensure the integrity of U.S. elections. It demanded that states share their voter rolls with federal officials; mandated onerous proof-of-citizenship rules for people registering to vote (rules which didn't include …
(2008-12-25). Shakib wants home farewell series. tribune.com.pk 
Former Bangladesh captain Shakib Al Hasan wants to return home to play a match in all three formats before ending his international career, the 38-year-old said. | Considered the greatest cricketer ever produced by Bangladesh, Shakib left the country after the toppling of the Sheikh Hasina-led government last year. | The all-rounder had been a member of parliament for the Awami League led by Hasina, whose 15-year rule as prime minister ended with her fleeing to India following deadly protests. | "I am officially not retired from all formats," Shakib said on the Beard Before Wicket podcast on Sunday. | "This is…
(2025-12-08). Sudanese Paramilitary Drone Strikes Kindergarten, Killing Dozens of Children. truthout.org Sudanese paramilitary forces bombed a kindergarten and the hospital where victims were brought for treatment in southern Sudan on Thursday, killing at least 50 people, including 33 children. Rapid Support Forces (RSF) carried out three drone strikes in the town of Kalogi, in South Kordofan, officials say. The paramilitary reportedly struck the school twice, the second time to kill civilians… |
(2025-12-08). National conference reviews technology use in salvage archaeology for dam projects. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN – A national conference on the use of modern science and technology in salvage archaeology for major water and energy infrastructure projects was held in Tehran on Saturday.
(2025-12-08). Iranian president scheduled to visit Kazakhstan. en.mehrnews.com TEHRAN, Dec. 08 (MNA) — President of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Masoud Pezeshkian, will pay an official visit to Kazakhstan this week.
(2025-12-08). Karim Benzema's hat-trick takes Al Ittihad to King's Cup Semi Finals. ummid.com French Star Footballer Karim Benzema Saturday scored a hat-trick to take Al Ittihad to 2025-26 Saudi King's Cup Semi Finals.
(2025-12-08). Flights from five Iranian cities to Sharjah resume after months-long halt. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN – An Iranian airline resumed flights to Sharjah on Monday, operating the first service since the 12-day conflict with the regime of Israel, which started on June 13.
(2025-12-08). Strategic Resilience: How China—Russia Economic Cooperation Is Redefining Eurasia's Power Balance. infobrics.org The growing economic cooperation between China and Russia is reshaping trade routes, energy flows, and the geopolitical balance across the region. What began as a pragmatic alignment of neighboring powers has evolved into a durable partnership built on mutual interests, shared challenges, and a rapidly shifting global landscape…
(2025-12-08). CBSE asks schools to strictly follow NEW Practical Exam SOPs. ummid.com The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has released on its official website a new Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for 2026 Practical Exams to be conducted for Classes 10 and 12.
(2025-12-08). Huracanes firman única barrida semanal en Serie Nacional de Béisbol. cubadebate.cu Los Huracanes de Mayabeque dieron un paso firme hoy en sus aspiraciones clasificatorias al noquear por segunda jornada consecutiva a los maltrechos Indios de Guantánamo en la continuación de la 64 Serie Nacional de Béisbol. Los dirigidos por el debutante Osmel Cordero sellaron su triunfo con marcador de 15-0 en cinco entradas (súper nocaut).
(2025-12-08). The 'perfect' Equal Opportunity Oppressor — Don the Con pulls off the impossible: 'grievances R us all'. nationofchange.org Right or left, east or west, small-town/rural or city dwellers, blue collar or middle-class, who knows anyone (but the affluent) not paying through the teeth for the insufferable Trump Clown Show?>
(2025-12-08). Il Vaticano con il fallimentare viaggio di Leone XIV in Turchia e in Libano si è mostrato del tutto subalterno alla NATO. strategic-culture.su Il 23 settembre 2025 papa Leone XIV passeggiava per il borgo di Castel Gandolfo, residenza estiva dei pontefici e un giornalista, sotto le telecamere di molte televisioni, gli ha chiesto che cosa pensasse del riarmo europeo, lo statunitense, del tutto imbarazzato, stretto tra l'universale mandato di pace ascritto nel ministero petrino e l'obbedienza atlantista che resta la cifra essenziale della sua elezione, un'obbedienza tutta protesa alla guerra contro la Russia oggi e forse la Cina domani, non sapendo che cosa rispondere ha poi bofonchiato laconicamente: "non so, è una questione politica".
(2025-12-08). Madison, December 9, 2025: Voces de la Frontera Membership Meeting. wibailoutpeople.org 
Event: www.facebook.com/share/1DZcDBqdKq/ Voces de la Frontera °Venga a la Junta de Membresía de Madison! Este mes habrá un convivio comunitario estilo "Potluck". °Trae un platillo para compartir! Reconéctate con otros miembros, conoce nuevos voluntarios y fortalece nuestra comunidad a través de la comida y la cultura. °Acompáñanos en un encuentro especial dedicado a fortalecer nuestra …
(2025-12-08). Incidente en Central Termoeléctrica "Diez de Octubre" no causó daños significativos. cubadebate.cu De acuerdo con declaraciones a Granma del director de la planta, Jorge Luis Maceira Esteva, las labores de reparación tendrán una duración estimada de 72 horas, una vez que se puedan iniciar. El proceso de recuperación comenzará cuando el conducto afectado se enfríe lo suficiente para que la temperatura permita la sustitución del tramo dañado.
(2025-12-08). Huracanes firman única barrida semanal en Serie Nacional de Béisbol. cubadebate.cu Los Huracanes de Mayabeque dieron un paso firme hoy en sus aspiraciones clasificatorias al noquear por segunda jornada consecutiva a los maltrechos Indios de Guantánamo en la continuación de la 64 Serie Nacional de Béisbol. Los dirigidos por el debutante Osmel Cordero sellaron su triunfo con marcador de 15-0 en cinco entradas (súper nocaut).
(2025-12-08). Rostros de la ciencia: Adriana Carr, la travesía de una fundadora. cubadebate.cu En la historia de la ciencia cubana hay nombres que son columnas. Discretas, esenciales, a menudo fuera del foco. Adriana Carr Pérez es uno de ellos. Bioquímica, fundadora del Centro de Inmunología Molecular (CIM) y reciente galardonada con la Orden Carlos J. Finlay, su relato no es solo una crónica personal, sino un fragmento vivo de la epopeya de la biotecnología nacional. Habla sin bata —"la mía está toda estrujada"—, con la sencillez de quien ha dedicado su vida a lo esencial: entender el cáncer para vencerlo.
(2025-12-08). Incidente en Central Termoeléctrica "Diez de Octubre" no causó daños significativos. cubadebate.cu De acuerdo con declaraciones a Granma del director de la planta, Jorge Luis Maceira Esteva, las labores de reparación tendrán una duración estimada de 72 horas, una vez que se puedan iniciar. El proceso de recuperación comenzará cuando el conducto afectado se enfríe lo suficiente para que la temperatura permita la sustitución del tramo dañado.
(2025-12-08). Rostros de la ciencia: Adriana Carr, la travesía de una fundadora. cubadebate.cu En la historia de la ciencia cubana hay nombres que son columnas. Discretas, esenciales, a menudo fuera del foco. Adriana Carr Pérez es uno de ellos. Bioquímica, fundadora del Centro de Inmunología Molecular (CIM) y reciente galardonada con la Orden Carlos J. Finlay, su relato no es solo una crónica personal, sino un fragmento vivo de la epopeya de la biotecnología nacional. Habla sin bata —"la mía está toda estrujada"—, con la sencillez de quien ha dedicado su vida a lo esencial: entender el cáncer para vencerlo.
(2025-12-08). El águila, el cóndor y el jaguar. cubadebate.cu Los conflictos y guerras impulsadas por Estados Unidos y la Unión Europea en Ucrania, el Caribe y el Cercano Oriente, sumadas a las provocaciones llevadas a cabo por Japón en el sudeste asiático, son el resultado de la descomposición del orden instituido luego del fin de la Guerra Fría.
(2025-12-08). El piloto Lando Norris, de McLaren, gana su primer campeonato mundial de Fórmula 1. cubadebate.cu El piloto británico Lando Norris (McLaren) se proclamó campeón del mundo de Fórmula 1 por primera vez en su carrera, tras acabar tercero en el Gran Premio de Abu Dabi, este domingo, donde ganó el neerlandés Max Verstappen.
(2025-12-08). El águila, el cóndor y el jaguar. cubadebate.cu Los conflictos y guerras impulsadas por Estados Unidos y la Unión Europea en Ucrania, el Caribe y el Cercano Oriente, sumadas a las provocaciones llevadas a cabo por Japón en el sudeste asiático, son el resultado de la descomposición del orden instituido luego del fin de la Guerra Fría.
(2025-12-08). Democracia sin sistema operativo: El Estado ante la IA, la urgencia de un constitucionalismo digital. strategic-culture.su En su libro 1984, el escritor británico George Orwell imaginó un futuro donde la manipulación de la información era el instrumento último del poder: reescribir la realidad hasta que nadie pudiera distinguir entre verdad y mentira. Setenta años después, la distopía dejó de ser un ejercicio literario para convertirse en una advertencia incómoda.
(2025-12-08). Por el bienestar animal: Algo que deben conocer. cubadebate.cu Aunque dejaremos para enero del próximo año algunas reseñas históricas sobre el desarrollo del Bienestar animal en Cuba, pienso que algo que deben conocer, es que recientemente hemos participado en dos eventos científicos relativos a esta ciencia, que nos han posibilitado, además de adquirir novedosos conocimientos, saber como autoridad competente de la Sanidad Animal, en que situación estamos.
(2025-12-08). The Weightlifting Qualifier for the 2026 Central American and Caribbean Games Begins in the Dominican Republic. radiohc.cu Havana, December 8 (RHC) — Athletes from 23 countries will compete starting today in the Dominican Republic in the weightlifting qualifying tournament for the Central American and Caribbean Games (CAC Games) Santo Domingo 2026. | The Central American and Caribbean Weightlifting Championships, which will be held until Saturday the 13th at the José Joaquín Puello Pavilion in Parque del Este, will award 160 spots across the various weight divisions. | The opening ceremony will take place this afternoon with the presence of the Organizing Committee, headed by José Antolín Polanco Rosa, directors of the Dominican…
(2025-12-08). Detained Immigrants Detail Physical Abuse and Inhumane Conditions at Largest Immigration Detention Center in the U.S. aclu.org At the largest immigration detention site in the country, officers beat up Samuel, a detained teenager who uses a pseudonym, so badly, he had to go to the hospital. His right front tooth broke, and he said one officer "grabbed my testicles and firmly crushed them," while another "forced his fingers deep into my ears." He added that weeks after the beating, damage to his left ear was so severe that he now has trouble hearing. | Samuel's is just one of dozens of accounts of abuse from the immigration detention site at the Fort Bliss military base in El Paso, Texas. These accounts reveal an unfolding humanitarian…
(2025-12-08). Colombian President Gustavo Petro calls for investigation into discovery of bodies, possible victims of attacks in the Caribbean. radiohc.cu Colombian President Gustavo Petro denounced this Sunday the discovery of several lifeless bodies floating in the sea off the coast of the Colombian department of La Guajira and asked the Forensic Medicine Institute to investigate and establish their identities, stating that they could correspond to victims of a military attack in the Caribbean.
(2025-12-08). Trump to host Netanyahu at White House on December 29: Israeli government. aljazeera.com Israel's prime minister says duo will discuss 'difficult' phase two of Gaza ceasefire, concerning governance of enclave.
(2025-12-08). How US pressure is squeezing Venezuela's already fragile economy. aljazeera.com Despite vast natural resources, Venezuela's economy is in a fragile state.
(2025-12-08). Trump announces $12bn package to aid farmers hurt by his tariffs. aljazeera.com Farmers have been dogged by trade wars that have seen reduced purchases and increased prices on seeds and fertiliser.
(2025-12-08). Magnitude 7.6 earthquake triggers tsunami on Japan's northern coast. aljazeera.com Japan's Meteorological Agency says 40cm (16-inch) tsunami observed at Mutsu Ogawara and Urakawa ports.
(2025-12-08). RSF seizes key Heglig oilfield as it pushes to expand control in Sudan. aljazeera.com Heglig is Sudan's largest oil field and also the main processing facility for neighbouring South Sudan's oil exports.
(2025-12-08). Thousands flee Thai-Cambodian border as deadly clashes reignite. aljazeera.com Footage shows civilians huddling in bunkers and children fleeing after Thailand launched airstrikes on Cambodia forces.
(2025-12-08). Dozens of bodies hastily buried at al-Shifa Hospital moved to graveyards. aljazeera.com The Palestinian Civil Defence exhumed the bodies of more than 150 people who were quickly buried at al-Shifa Hospital.
(2025-12-08). Germany's chancellor pledges staunch support in Israel. aljazeera.com Germany's Chancellor Friedrich Merz has pledged his unwavering support for Israel during a visit to the country.
(2025-12-08). Ecuadorean ex-President Lenin Moreno to stand trial for bribery charges. aljazeera.com The former South American leader is accused of receiving bribes connected to the construction of a power plant.
(2025-12-08). Saudi Arabia and Qatar sign high-speed rail deal to link capitals. aljazeera.com The project, set to be completed in six years, is the first of its kind between the two Gulf nations.
(2025-12-08). Video: Palestinian teen says he was tortured in settler kidnapping. aljazeera.com Palestinian teenager Oweis Hemam says he was kidnapped and tortured by Israeli settlers in the occupied West Bank.
(2025-12-08). Golden Globes 2026: Which films got nominations, and who was snubbed? aljazeera.com Hamnet, Sinners and One Battle After Another are seen as top contenders, alongside films from Norway and South Korea.
(2025-12-08). After el-Fasher, we must refuse a 'new normal' of mass atrocities in Darfur. aljazeera.com Massacres at the start of the war in Sudan should have shocked the world into action. They didn't.
(2025-12-08). Memories of liberation and hope for the future: A Damascene's story. aljazeera.com When al-Assad fell, Mohamad Yamen finally felt free. On the first anniversary, he speaks of his hopes for the future.
(2025-12-08). India investigates Goa nightclub fire as relatives identify victims' bodies. aljazeera.com The moment a deadly fire broke out at a nightclub in Goa, India, was caught on camera.
(2025-12-08). Will Trump's new security doctrine boost the rise of far right in Europe? aljazeera.com The new security doctrine calls on the US to 'cultivate resistance' within Europe.
(2025-12-08). FBI agents allege wrongful termination for kneeling during US protest. aljazeera.com Lawsuit claims FBI agents were terminated for de-escalating crowd, perceived as anti-Trump stance during 2020 protests.
(2025-12-08). Condemnation as Israel raids UNRWA HQ in East Jerusalem, removes UN flag. aljazeera.com The agency's commissioner-general condemns raid as a direct violation of international law.
(2025-12-08). Anti-Genocide Activists Picket Largest Civilian Weapons Warehouse for the Israeli Military in the United States, Demand Arms Embargo. worldbeyondwar.org 
By some opponents of genocide, December 8, 2025 | report by Progressive International and the Palestinian Youth Movement and an (2025-12-08). Vigil Takes Opposition to Genocide to Dickens Festival on Long Island. worldbeyondwar.org 
At our weekly vigil this week, we became part of the Dickens Festival held here annually, with dozens of protestors reading Palestinian poems, handing out flyers, and engaging with those walking by — and with our digital billboard truck defining our message. #WorldBEYONDWar…
(2025-12-08). If Trump Is Serious About Peace, Marco Rubio Has to Go. worldbeyondwar.org 
Donald Trump campaigned on ending endless wars and now boasts that he has resolved eight wars. In reality, this claim is delusional, and his foreign policy is a disaster. #WorldBEYONDWar…
(2025-12-08). WBW News Action: Imagine Sisyphus Happy. worldbeyondwar.org 
(2025-12-08). Kenyan Parliament Condemns British Army Unit for Decades of Abuses. worldbeyondwar.org 
Authorities in Kenya have released a damning report from a parliamentary inquiry accusing the British Army's training unit in the country — BATUK — of serious human-rights violations, environmental damage, and misconduct spanning decades. #WorldBEYONDWar…
(2025-12-08). World BEYOND War Is Making News in Nigeria. worldbeyondwar.org 
At the end of the recent Africa conference, the Nigerian newspaper Blue Print published a congratulatory article recognizing the significance of the event and commending the active engagement of the World BEYOND War Nigeria chapter. #WorldBEYONDWar…
(2025-12-08). Yungang Grottoes Cave 18 closes for maintenance, rest of site stays open. ecns.cn Monday's closure will give the Yungang Research Institute time to conduct a detailed survey of cracks in the cave ceiling and scientifically address the water seepage issue.While Cave 18 is closed for maintenance, the remaining areas of the Yungang Grottoes will continue to be open to the public.
(2025-12-08). Results of HKSAR's 8th-term LegCo election unveiled. ecns.cn The results of the election of the eighth-term Legislative Council (LegCo) of China's Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) were unveiled early on Monday.
(2025-12-08). Ancient Tea Horse Road: A testament to collaboration among diverse ethnic groups. ecns.cn Today, fresh tea from a thousand miles away can be delivered the next day. However, about thirteen centuries ago, to accomplish this, it required couriers to travel for about half a year along the Ancient Tea Horse Road — a testament to how commerce persisted even across the most challenging terrain and geographical obstacles.
(2025-12-08). Great Wall's 'living skin' acts as natural protective shield. ecns.cn New research has revealed that a thin "living skin" covering the surface of the Great Wall of China serves as a powerful natural protective layer.
(2025-12-08). Hangzhou Normal University apologizes for false recipients' list. ecns.cn Hangzhou Normal University in Zhejiang province issued an apology Saturday after confirming that a list of recipients for a charitable project was fabricated by staff using common names found online.
(2025-12-08). Freeskier Liu eyes Olympic podium after two home World Cup medal finishes. ecns.cn With back-to-back podium finishes bolstering her Olympic ambition, China's rising freeskier Liu Mengting has landed herself on the hot-favorite list in the big air discipline at her Winter Olympic debut in Italy.
(2025-12-08). Trio investigated for suspected wildlife poisoning in Poyang Lake. ecns.cn Police in Jiangxi province have detained three individuals on suspicion of poisoning wild animals in the Poyang Lake wetland area, the Yugan county's public security bureau revealed on Monday.
(2025-12-08). British vlogger street interview: Many Japanese oppose involvement in Taiwan question. ecns.cn Recently, an independent British content creator Luke Johnston conducted street interviews in Japan, where many local residents stated that they do not support Japan's involvement in the Taiwan issue.
(2025-12-08). Road accidents on highway in Xinjiang kill 9. ecns.cn Nine people were killed and seven injured in two crashes on a major expressway in northwestern China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region on Saturday night, local authorities said.
(2025-12-08). United in Heart | At Tashilhunpo Monastery, witnessing unity between nation and homeland on the roof of the world. ecns.cn Tashilhunpo Monastery, located in Shigatse City of the Xizang Autonomous Region, is one of the six major monasteries of the Gelug school of Tibetan Buddhism and serves as the traditional seat of successive Panchen Lamas.
(2025-12-08). China, U.S. business communities urged to strengthen ties. ecns.cn Chinese Ambassador to the United States Xie Feng speaks at the China-US Business Cooperation Forum, co-hosted by the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade and the Meridian International Center in Washington on Thursday.
(2025-12-08). China launches 14th group of low-orbit internet satellites. ecns.cn China launched the 14th group of its low-orbit internet satellites into space on Saturday afternoon, according to China Aerospace Science and Technology Corp, the leading State-owned space contractor.
(2025-12-08). Yangtze plan shows path forward for delta's future. ecns.cn The plan also calls for coastal areas in the delta to bolster their roles as ports and shipping hubs, and for orderly development of deep-sea space to tap marine potential.
(2025-12-08). Screen ban urged to protect kids' eyesight. ecns.cn Authorities have issued a guideline strongly recommending a complete ban on mobile phones, computers and other screen-based electronic products for children aged 0 to 3.
(2025-12-08). China, France need to deepen exchanges and mutual understanding: Macron. ecns.cn French President Emmanuel Macron stressed the need to deepen cultural and people-to-people exchanges as well as mutual understanding, to foster cooperation and jointly address global challenges, during his visit to Chengdu, capital of Sichuan province.
(2025-12-08). Comicomment: Mistaking a cliff for a stage. ecns.cn Such dangerous gambles in the pursuit of militarism will, in the end, inflict serious damage on Japan itself.
(2025-12-08). Academics address risks of AI misuse. ecns.cn More than 100 researchers gathered in Beijing on Sunday to discuss how artificial intelligence tools can be used to assist, rather than distort, the research and publishing process.
(2025-12-08). Opening-up to expand as key growth driver. ecns.cn China will continue to push forward high-standard opening-up while bolstering domestic consumption to support high-quality development, the country's top commerce official said on Saturday.
(2025-12-08). China's foreign trade up 3.6% in first 11 months of 2025. ecns.cn China's foreign trade in goods rose 3.6 percent year-on-year in the first 11 months of 2025 to 41.21 trillion yuan, according to the General Administration of Customs on Monday.
(2025-12-08). CPC leadership holds meeting on 2026 economic work, regulations on law-based governance. ecns.cn The Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee on Monday held a meeting to analyze and study the economic work of 2026 and review a set of regulations on the CPC's leadership over law-based governance in all respects.
(2025-12-08). Anti-genocide protests demand Australia cut ties with Israel. greenleft.org.au 
(2025-12-08). of bodies in a Freed hostage Rom Braslavski recounts Oct. 7 kidnapping. haaretz.com Braslavski, who was released from captivity in October as part of the U.S.-brokered deal to end the Gaza war, described the aftermath he witnessed of the mass murder on October 7. Last month, he described his struggle with PTSD, saying he has 'around 10 panic attacks a day'…
(2025-12-08). Shadows of soldiers in a village: Itai Ron wins photo of the year. haaretz.com From protests to displacement to personal loss, 'Local Testimony' at Tel Aviv's Eretz Israel Museum reveals the people behind the headlines…
(2025-12-08). top court rules Law of Return not applicable for children whose father converted after birth. haaretz.com In the ruling, reversed from a previous ruling in June 2024, a majority of six out of seven justices ruled it is possible that the children can receive Israeli citizenship under the auspices of other law, but not under the Law of Return…
(2025-12-08). Two Palestinians shot and wounded by Israel police to be recognized as victims of hostile acts. haaretz.com Both incidents were in East Jerusalem. In one, a girl playing on the roof of her home was shot in the leg; in the other, a man was shot during a funeral and lost an eye. Both will receive disability allowances from the state…
(2025-12-08). 60 suspects arrested across Israel on suspicion of arms and drugs trafficking. haaretz.com Police said the arrests were made possible thanks to the work of an undercover agent who participated in several dozen trafficking operations and collected evidence on the suspects…
(2025-12-08). Israeli forces raid inactive UNRWA offices in East Jerusalem with debt collectors after ban. haaretz.com Israel Police said the officers who raided the headquarters were bailiffs carrying out a debt foreclosure order. The UNRWA offices in East Jerusalem have been inactive since 2024, when the Knesset approved bills banning the organization's activities in Israel…
(2025-12-08). Macabbi Tel Aviv fan questioned by police suspected of defacing taxi in 2024 Amsterdam riots. haaretz.com Reports indicate that the fan and an additional person smashed the windscreen of a taxi in the Dutch capital in November 2024, a day before Maccabi's match against AFC Ajax…
(2025-12-08). three-time Eurovision winner backs withdrawal over Israel. haaretz.com Speaking to Irish radio, singer Johnny Logan said Israel should have been removed just as Russia was, warning that allowing Israel to participate tells viewers to 'turn a blind eye' and 'forget everything'…
(2025-12-08). Israel and Qatar are locked in a race to win American hearts and minds. haaretz.com As Israel attempts to maintain the status quo of its support in Washington, Qatar is making its play to become America's most strategic ally in the Middle East…
(2025-12-08). Mohammed and Avigail top lists of most popular Israeli baby names, latest statistics show. haaretz.com Israel's baby-name charts look familiar at the top, but Elia became the fastest-rising name for babies born in 2024…
(2025-12-08). Tanzania: Crackdown Ahead of Planned Protests. hrw.org Click to expand Image | The flag of the United Republic of Tanzania. | © 2010 TONY KARUMBA/AFP via Getty Images | (Nairobi) — Tanzanian authorities have wrongfully arrested alleged protest organizers and opposition supporters ahead of nationwide protests called for December 9, 2025, Human Rights Watch said today. The government should end its crackdown and immediately release all those arbitrarily detained.Activists have urged people to demonstrate peacefully on Tanzania's Independence Day, known as D9, against the police use of lethal force around the October 29 general elections. The government ca…
(2025-12-08). ICRC Vice-president calls on States to defend and to promote the norms enshrined in the Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention. icrc.org Speech at the 22nd Meeting of States Parties to the Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention…
(2025-12-08). Mozambique: ICRC responds to pressing humanitarian needs. icrc.org About 250'000 people have been displaced in the last year because of the armed conflict in northern Mozambique.
(2025-12-08). Russia: ICRC's response to the emergency situation in Kursk linked to the hostilities. icrc.org Activities of the ICRC's Regional Delegation in Moscow in connection with the situation in Kursk.
(2025-12-08). The riding of a 'mad tiger' called Uganda. independent.co.ug 
COMMENT | OBED K KATUREEBE | Seasoned politician and Democratic Party (DP) President who is also the Minister for Justice and Constitutional Affairs, Norbert Mao, in one of his philosophical and witty remarks, described leading Uganda as being as tough as riding a mad tiger. Meaning you have to be very brave and extraordinarily skilled to …
(2025-12-08). UEGCL struggles with Karuma dam costs as profit drops. independent.co.ug 
The company operates four power stations — Nalubaale—Kiira, Isimba, Namanve and Karuma — with a combined installed capacity of 1,213MW Kampala, Uganda | JULIUS BUSINGE | Uganda Electricity Generation Company Limited (UEGCL), the state-owned power producer, reported a sharp fall in annual profit for the 2024/25 financial year, underscoring the financial strain facing the country's …
(2025-12-08). Musk slams EU over fine on social media X. independent.co.ug 
NEW YORK, the United States | Xinhua | U.S. tech billionaire Elon Musk on Saturday blasted the European Union (EU) for a fine slapped on his social media platform X for violating transparency rules, warning that his response would target the officials responsible for the penalty. "The 'EU' imposed this crazy fine not just on …
(2025-12-08). Why S. Africa-U.S. ties have soured? independent.co.ug 
JOHANNESBURG, S. Africa | Xinhua | The United States and South Africa have been trading barbs, especially after President Donald Trump announced in November that Washington would not send a delegation to the Group of 20 (G20) summit held in Johannesburg, publicly boycotting the host nation. Tensions further escalated as U.S. Secretary of State Marco …
(2025-12-08). US National Security Strategy: The multipolar world has finally emerged. independent.co.ug 
COMMENT | ERIK SOLHEIM | Dominate the Americas, respect China, undermine Europe, ignore India, retreat from the Middle East, don't give a damn for Africa. These are the true headlines of the new US National Security Strategy released this week. The strategy is the first official US acknowledgement that the US can no longer run the …
(2025-12-08). What to know about Benin's foiled coup attempt? independent.co.ug 
COTONOU |Xinhua | Benin's government said on Sunday that an attempted military mutiny had been foiled in Cotonou, the country's economic capital and largest city, after armed soldiers briefly took over state television to declare President Patrice Talon was removed from office. How did a country that was long considered stable in West Africa find …
(2025-12-08). SECURING TOMORROW: Inside Uganda's pension transformation. independent.co.ug 
As Uganda's pension sector expands in scale, complexity, and strategic importance, the conversation around coverage, innovation, and long-term sustainability has never been more urgent. With assets now exceeding UGX 30 trillion and new schemes emerging to serve both formal and informal workers, the industry is undergoing a quiet but decisive transformation. At the centre of …
(2025-12-08). Museveni pledges industrial park as he campaigns in Fort Portal City. independent.co.ug 
Kasese, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has pledged to establish an industrial park in the Tooro sub-region as he campaigned in Fort Portal City Saturday, placing industrial development at the centre of his message to residents of both Kabarole District and Fort Portal City. Addressing a large gathering at St. Leo's …
(2025-12-08). RCEP: The Rhetoric of Integration Amidst Geo-Economic Fragmentation. moderndiplomacy.eu The leaders and representatives of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) member states convened in Kuala Lumpur on 27 October 2025. This meeting constituted a pivotal agenda item within the series of the 47th ASEAN Summit. On this occasion, the nations comprising the RCEP discussed the strategic direction of the partnership's implementation amidst the dynamics …
(2025-12-08). Zelenskiy Calls U.S. Peace Talks "Constructive but Tough" moderndiplomacy.eu Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says his latest talks with U.S. representatives on a potential peace plan were productive but difficult, as the war nears its fourth year. He spoke after a call with Donald Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, and ahead of meetings with French, British and German leaders in London, followed …
(2025-12-08). Nigeria Secures Release of 100 Kidnapped Schoolchildren, Local TV Reports. moderndiplomacy.eu Around 100 schoolchildren abducted in a mass kidnapping in Niger state have been released, according to Channels Television. The attack on St. Mary's Catholic boarding school in Papiri on Nov. 21 was one of Nigeria's worst school abductions in years. A total of 303 children and 12 staff were seized by gunmen; only 50 pupils …
(2025-12-08). China's Exports Rebound as Trade Shifts Away from the U.S. moderndiplomacy.eu China's exports rose far more than expected in November, climbing 5.9% year-on-year after a contraction the previous month. The rebound was driven almost entirely by stronger shipments to Europe, Africa and Latin America, as manufacturers pivot away from the U.S. market. Exports to the United States plunged 29% despite a recent agreement between Donald Trump …
(2025-12-08). China Conducts Carrier Drills Near Japan Amid Rising Tensions. moderndiplomacy.eu China's Liaoning aircraft carrier carried out around 100 take-offs and landings near Japan's southwest islands over the weekend, sparking a diplomatic clash between the two nations. The drills occurred amid heightened tensions over Taiwan, with Japan warning that any Chinese military action threatening its security would be met with a response. Why It Matters: The operations …
(2025-12-08). Congress Unveils Record $901 Billion Defense Bill, Surpassing Trump's Request. moderndiplomacy.eu U.S. lawmakers have released a massive $901 billion defense policy bill for 2026, exceeding President Donald Trump's own spending request and marking the largest national security authorization in American history. The 3,000-page National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) includes a 4% pay raise for enlisted troops and $400 million in military aid for Ukraine. It drops …
(2025-12-08). MSF: Conditions for Gaza medics 'as hard as it's ever been'. newarab.com 
Conditions for Israel and the Palestinian group Hamas agreed in October to a US-backed
(2025-12-08). Gaza film 'The Voice of Hind Rajab' nominated for Golden Globe. newarab.com 
The Voice of Hind R…
(2025-12-08). Israel to quadruple hasbara spend in bid to salvage reputation. newarab.com 
The foreign ministry will be allocated NIS 2.35 billion ($729 million) to spend on public diplomacy — known as
(2025-12-08). EU weighing ways to boost Lebanon's internal security forces. newarab.com 
The A 2024 truce between Lebanon and Israel remains fragile, with Israel
(2025-12-08). Turkish police officer dies from gunshot wounds in drug raid. newarab.com 
A police officer died Monday after being shot and seriously wounded during an early morning drug raid in Officer Emre Albayrak died of his wounds in a hospital. He was part of a special operations team carrying out the raid in the Cekmekoy district on Istanbul's Asian side. | "Our police officer Emre Albayrak, who was seriously injured in a narcotics operation in the Cekmekoy district, could not be saved despite all interventions in the hospital to which he was taken and became a martyr," the Istanbul Governor's Office said…
(2025-12-08). Separatists claim broad control of southern Yemen. newarab.com 
Yemen's main southern separatist group claimed broad control across the south of the country on Monday, including in the port city of In an apparent major shift in power, the
(2025-12-08). Archaeologists find ancient shipwreck off Egypt's Alexandria. newarab.com 
Underwater Divers found the vessel's hull, which was more than 35 metres (115 feet) long and some seven metres wide, submerged in the port of the island of Antirhodos, the European Institute for Underwater Archaeology (IEASM) said in a statement. | There was Greek graffiti on the…
(2025-12-08). Morocco to open two deepwater ports in 2026 and 2028: minister. newarab.com 
(2025-12-08). Iran's currency sinks to a new record low. newarab.com 
The Iranian rial stood around 55,000 to the US dollar in 2018, when
(2025-12-08). Nigeria dispatches jets, troops to quash Benin coup bid. newarab.com 
Nigerian fighter jets and ground troops moved on Monday to help restore order after a foiled coup attempt in Benin, aiming to head off a political crisis in a country that is battling jihadists and serves as a key trade corridor in In its first foreign military intervention in nearly a decade,
(2025-12-08). Thailand launches air strikes against Cambodia in border clash. newarab.com 
(2025-12-08). Sudan's RSF seizes key oil field at southern border. newarab.com 
The Since the paramilitary RSF dislodged the army from its last holdout in
(2025-12-08). Egypt courts Algeria, but will it impact ties with Morocco. newarab.com 
Algerian Prime Minister Sifi Ghrieb
(2025-12-08). Iran opens trial of dual national accused of spying for Israel. newarab.com 
Iran's judiciary said Monday that a dual national arrested during the recent The judiciary's Mizan Online news agency did not name the defendant, describing him only as a "dual national who lives in a European country" and was arrested in Iran during the June war. | It said an Iranian court has begun hearing his case, in which he is accused of "intelligence coope…
(2025-12-08). European leaders, Zelensky hold talks in London for Ukraine. newarab.com 
(2025-12-08). Owen Hatherley: Architecture of the Future? newleftreview.org The built legacy of the Soviet Bloc is undergoing a dramatic reappraisal, from crumbling concrete brutalism to Instagrammable socmod chic. Hatherley's critical survey of a growing body of work in this area—examining modernist constructions from Vilnius to Tashkent—asks the question the new studies largely avoid: what, if anything, makes this architecture socialist?
(2025-12-08). Martín Mosquera: The Meaning of Milei. newleftreview.org With Latin America in Trump's cross-hairs, a report from Buenos Aires on the social stalemate that allowed far-right firebrand Javier Milei to impose the harshest shock therapy in Argentina's history. Mosquera mobilizes the conceptual legacies of Gramsci, Trotsky, Otto Bauer and Angelo Tasca to identify the function of the region's highly successful new rights.
(2025-12-08). Nan Z. Da: Literary Criticism in the Age of AI. newleftreview.org Critical analyses of AI usually adopt a stance of defensive humanism. Instead, Nan Da interrogates its mode of reasoning. How do LLMs make the step from data to inference—and what does it mean when they can no longer differentiate the two? Lessons from Emily Dickinson on linguistic interpretation's necessary freedoms—and responsibilities.
(2025-12-08). Gabriele Pedullà : Timpanaro's Materials. newleftreview.org Gabriele Pedullà on Tom Geue, Major Corrections. Intellectual biography of Sebastiano Timpanaro, who brought the tools of philology to bear in a keen-sighted historical materialism.
(2025-12-08). Dylan Riley & Robert Brenner: The Long Downturn and Its Political Results. newleftreview.org Responding to the wide-ranging debate sparked by their 'Seven Theses on American Politics' (NLR 138), Riley and Brenner expand the temporal frame of their analysis of capitalist stagnation as an endogenous feature, incurable by bubbles and bailouts—and rethink the nature of the 'political capitalism' that results.
(2025-12-08). ICC Warrant Chaos: Germany Celebrates Israeli Missiles, Snubs Israeli PM. thinktank.pk In the wake of Gaza's fragile ceasefire and amid whispers of a "historical change," German Chancellor Friedrich Merz's lightning visit to Israel on December 7, 2025, spotlighted the complex dance between Berlin and Jerusalem. Meeting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Jerusalem, the leaders touted deepening defense ties—like Germany's new Arrow 3 missile shield—while sidestepping …
(2025-12-08). Fact Check: Did Japan Really "Provoke" China's Carrier Jets? thinktank.pk In the escalating shadow of East Asia tensions, Global Times article accuses Japan of flipping the script on a recent aerial incident involving China's Liaoning aircraft carrier. Titled "Japan's accusation of Chinese carrier-based aircraft locking radar onto Japanese warplanes a case of perpetrator blaming victim: expert," the piece frames Tokyo as the aggressor, using inflammatory …
(2025-12-08). AI is watching: Are we safer or sliding toward '1984'? whyy.org Does AI-powered surveillance make us safer? From Ring cams catching package thieves to systems claiming to detect shooters, AI security tech is rapidly advancing.
(2025-12-08). WHYY Newscast for Monday 9:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2025-12-08). As Trump administration moves away from solar energy, Philly doubles down with new Abes Run deal. whyy.org This story is part of the From the Poconos to the Jersey Shore to the mouth of the Delaware Bay, what do you want to know about climate change? What would you like us to cover? | As the federal government The city has inked an agreement with Oriden Power, a subs…
(2025-12-08). WHYY Newscast for Monday 6:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2025-12-08). Joseph Conyers Hits All the Right Notes — Onstage and in Service. whyy.org The Philadelphia Orchestra's principal bassist is transforming young lives through Project 440, a free arts-based leadership program helping students discover purpose, possibility, and power within themselves.
(2025-12-08). Philly's Pew Center names new director and announces $8.6M in arts funding. whyy.org From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? The Pew Center for Arts and Heritage has named its new executive director. Christina Vassallo, who previously led the Fabric Workshop and Museum in Philadelphia and is currently the director of the Contemporary Arts Center in Cincinnati, Ohio, will begin Jan. 5. | The Pew's previous director, Paula Marincola, "Chris…
(2025-12-08). Philadelphia schools celebrate Computer Science Education Week with an hour of coding. whyy.org 
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? The 15th annual Computer Science Education Week kicked off with an hour-long coding session at John H. Taggart School in South Philly, where students gathered to play coding puzzles and control robots. | Over the past 15 years, the School District of Philadelphia has increased computer access, creating digital literacy labs in 132 schools. This year, more than 3,000 students participated in this tech-based curriculum. | "We want to make sure that all students have the opport…
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