(2024-12-11). Niger: Prominent civil society activist arbitrarily arrested. fidh.org Niger's military authorities should immediately drop all charges and release a prominent civil society activist and critic of the government, as he is detained solely for the peaceful exercise of his human rights, Amnesty International, Human Rights Watch and the Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders (a joint programme of the International Federation for Human Rights, FIDH, and the World Organisation Against Torture, OMCT) said today.
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allafrica.com (2024-12-11). South Africa: Protest Opposite Holocaust and Genocide Centre in Cape Town
"We hold Israel, with its US backing, accountable for its ongoing genocide against the Palestinian people in Gaza. Israel's continued forced expulsions in the West Bank and Gaza, along with its occupation and violence, represent a clear violation of international human rights, including the prohibition of genocide."
(2024-12-11). Fall of the El-Assad Regime: A new hope for the Syrian People. fidh.org The fall of the Bashar al-Assad regime ushers in a new era of hope for the Syrian people, who must now have the freedom to shape their future independently.
Paris, 9 December 2024. The fall of the Bashar al-Assad regime, resulting from a swift offensive by a coalition of armed groups spearheaded by the Islamist faction Hayat Tahrir Al-Sham, marks the beginning of a new era of hope for the Syrian people. After 54 years of unyielding rule by the al-Assad family and nearly 14 years since the (…) | – | /…
(2024-12-11). Egypt: Joint call to lift punitive measures against EIPR staff. fidh.org The Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders (FIDH-OMCT), joins 32 human rights organisations calling on the Egyptian government to lift arbitrary travel bans and asset freezes imposed on three directors of the Egyptian Initiative for Personal Rights (EIPR), and to end the targeting of human rights defenders for their legitimate work.
5 December 2024. The Egyptian government must immediately lift the arbitrary travel bans and asset freezes imposed upon three directors of (…) | – | /…
(2024-12-11). From South Africa to Syria, Rising Perils for Palestine Solidarity. counterpunch.org 
The sudden regime overthrow in Syria and the long-delayed opportunity to confront the legacy of Bashar al-Assad's tyranny are either being celebrated or condemned, as explored below, but they come at a time that poses profound problems for solidarity with Palestine.
(2024-12-11). From South Africa to Syria, rising perils for Palestine solidarity. cadtm.org
(2024-12-11). The Need for an Enemy. counterpunch.org 
Authoritarian leaders, like many others, need an enemy. Hitler's enemy was the Jews (among others); for Netanyahu, it's been the Palestinians, and for Donald Trump and his MAGA followers, it's been "immigrants" (among others). For generations in the U.S., African Americans have been the targeted enemy for "white" people, and for centuries women and girls have been
(2024-12-11). Ghana to Botswana: Why African voters are throwing out ruling parties. aljazeera.com Several countries recorded total electoral power transfers while opposition groups made significant wins in others.
(2024-12-11). Trump Takes Aim at BRICS and the Global Economy. counterpunch.org 
Donald Trump, a man who never shied from bold declarations, has once again turned the global stage into a theater of economic brinkmanship. His target: the BRICS coalition, a bloc of emerging powers that includes China, Brazil, India, Russia, and South Africa (and now Iran, the UAE, Ethiopia, and Egypt as well). With more than
(2024-12-11). China-made diesel locomotives exported to Africa. ecns.cn A batch of Chinese diesel locomotives was seen fully packed at Zhanghuabang cargo wharf of Shanghai Port on Tuesday, ready to be shipped to Conakry, capital of Guinea.
(2024-12-11). Africa sees growing drive to join BRICS. ecns.cn The increasing number of African countries seeking to join the BRICS group signifies a strategic shift by the continent aimed at deepening its influence in the global community and securing new economic pathways for the future.
(2024-12-11). Angolan President travels to South Africa to strengthen cooperation. plenglish.com Luanda, Dec 11 (Prensa Latina) The President of Angola, Joà£o Lourenàßo, traveled to South Africa for a state visit, during which a renewal of the ties of cooperation is expected.
(2024-12-11). Ethiopia acknowledges partner support for success at COP29. plenglish.com Addis Ababa, Dec 11 (Prensa Latina) Ethiopia recognized the partners who boosted its participation in the COP29 held in Azerbaijan and enabled the African nation to raise its voice on the world stage, the Ministry of Planning and Development said.
(2024-12-11). Niger: Prominent civil society activist arbitrarily arrested. fidh.org
(2024-12-11). Chikunga commends traditional leaders' support in the fight against GBVF. sanews.gov.za Chikunga commends traditional leaders' support in the fight against GBVF | Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities Minister, Sindisiwe Chikunga, has commended traditional leaders for their continued support in the fight against gender-based violence and femicide (GBVF). | "We are deeply touched by the unwavering commitment of our traditional leaders who continue to come together to insist that the elimination of GBVF will happen, not in the future – today!" Chikunga said. | She was speaking at the close of the 16 Days of Activism for No Violence Against Women and Children campaign at Ntsimbini Sports Ground in…
(2024-12-11). Two sentenced for crimes at Duvha Power Station. sanews.gov.za Two sentenced for crimes at Duvha Power Station | Two people have been sentenced to five and 15 years imprisonment, respectively, for crimes targeting critical infrastructure at Duvha Power Station in Mpumalanga. | The two were sentenced in relation to separate incidents at the power station. | In a statement, Eskom said the two sentences "underscore the severe consequences of actions that threaten the nation's energy supply". | "On 8 October 2024, the Middelburg Magistrate's Court sentenced Tseliso Ramosebetsi to 15 years in prison. Ramosebetsi was caught cutting and removing copper cables from the coal conveyor…
(2024-12-11). Big investment needed to drive sustainable development. sanews.gov.za Big investment needed to drive sustainable development | National Treasury Director-General (DG), Dr Duncan Pieterse, has called for large scale and sustainable investments to ensure the global community meets its commitments to end poverty, protect the planet and build prosperous societies. | "Financing gaps for sustainable development are large and growing. The estimates by our international organisations indicate that around $4 trillion in additional investments is needed annually for developing countries," Pieterse said on Wednesday in Johannesburg. | He was speaking during the two-day Group of Twenty (G20) J…
(2024-12-11). Will New AUC Stir Africa's Economic Growth? plusnews.ug 
With elections for new commissioners in February 2025, member states must decide what kind of commission they want. One weakness of the African Union's (AU) Agenda 2063 economic growth and development plan is that it focuses more on goals than how to achieve them. In particular, the plan says little about the structure of the …
(2024-12-11). US trade office starts probe into Nicaragua human rights and labour abuses. aljazeera.com Trade representative Katherine Tai denounced the government of Daniel Ortega for 'repressive acts' against critics.
(2024-12-11). When Rights Become Privileges: Is the Constitution Becoming Optional? counterpunch.org 
"Rights aren't rights if someone can take them away. They're privileges. That's all we've ever had in this country is a 'Bill of Temporary Privileges.' And if you read the news, even badly, you know that the list gets shorter and shorter."—George Carlin Disguising its power grabs in the self-righteous fervor of national security, the Deep
(2024-12-11). Car torched, buildings painted with anti-Israel graffiti in Australia. haaretz.com Incident, in Sydney suburb with high Jewish population, condemned by PM Albanese as 'hate crime,' as Australian Jewish Association says government must consider stepping down…
(2024-12-11). 'Tis the Season to Talk Climate Collapse, Nuclear Colonialism, and Freeing Leonard Peltier. counterpunch.org 
I don't know about you, but personally, the whole festive holiday thing seems to be falling a bit flat this year. Don't get me wrong, like every other year, I do plan to really go to town on a pumpkin pie or two. But this year, the annual deluge of Black Friday ads egging us on to higher levels of consumption—with corresponding carbon emissions and solid and liquid waste—seemed particularly hollow, morbid—predatory, even—falling as Black Friday did this year on November 29, the date the U.N. first recognized in 1977 as International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People. This year…
(2024-12-11). No tears for slain CEO: Compassion 'out of network'. workers.org 
Normally when someone is shot dead, human beings feel sad for the victim. But in the case of Brian Thompson, CEO of UnitedHealthcare, killed before dawn on the streets of Manhattan on Dec. 4, a large majority of public comments are that empathy is "out of network." Protesters outside United . . . |
(2024-12-11). Venezuela and Russia sign cooperation agreements. tvbrics.com 
Among them are documents in key areas such as technology, hydrocarbons, energy, aviation and information technology…
(2024-12-11). Fact check: Did UnitedHealthcare CEO murder suspect post viral Substack? aljazeera.com Publishing platform Substack removed a post purporting to be by Luigi Mangione, suspect in killing of Brian Thompson.
(2024-12-11). The Only Doctor: The struggle for healthcare in the US. aljazeera.com After working for years without pay, the only doctor in a poor rural area faces the imminent closure of her clinic.
(2024-12-11). Google pulls bad McDonald's reviews after Luigi Mangione's arrest. aljazeera.com Internet users flood outlet with bad reviews after tip-off leads to arrest of suspect in UnitedHealthcare CEO's killing.
(2024-12-11). Belgian zoo visitors bid fond farewell to panda trio. ecns.cn Giant panda Tian Bao and twins Bao Di and Bao Mei, all born in the zoo, departed at 9: 45 am in a truck to the Brussels Airport, where they boarded a cargo flight to China.
(2024-12-11). Letter from London: Striking Home and Away. counterpunch.org 
I don't know if it was murdered UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson or not, but I saw Taxi Driver again for the first time in years. Watching Robert De Niro's Travis Bickle, however, I was reminded more of 'lame duck' South Korean president Yoon Suk Yeol and his declaration of martial law—an intensely straight line, in
(2024-12-11). Today's Science Skepticism Goes Back to the Scientific Revolution. counterpunch.org 
Most of us are aware of the deep problems in the current US pharmaceutical industry. Yet few may realize that today's issues stem from changes that occurred centuries ago. As I explain in The Apothecary's Wife: The Hidden History of Medicine and How it Became a Commodity, the current medication system was established between 1650
(2024-12-11). "Deny," "Defend" and "Depose": Luigi Mangione's Manifesto. counterpunch.org 
Below is the short manifesto written by Luigi Mangione, the alleged killer of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in New York City last week. To our knowledge, no major news outlet has published this in full, found in his backpack when Mangione was captured in Altoona, Pennsylvania. We believe it's newsworthy enough to share here and
(2024-12-11). 62% of Americans demand government-ensured healthcare as trust in for-profit system hits historic low. nationofchange.org New Gallup poll shows record-high support for universal healthcare, with bipartisan frustration mounting over rising costs and systemic inequities.
(2024-12-11). Killed United Healthcare magnate Thompson: Symbol of a greed-driven industry. peoplesworld.org 
NEW YORK—The death of United HealthCare CEO Brian Thompson, and arrest of Luigi Mangione as a suspect in his killing is prompting anger against the greed-driven health care industry, which already devours one-sixth of the U.S. gross domestic product of goods and services. It's an industry that puts profits before patients, that reaps millions for …
(2024-12-11). Propaganda by Graffiti. indybay.org Train car painted in celebration of United Healthcare assassin…
(2024-12-11). ICRC urges states to uphold the prohibitions of the Anti-personnel Mine Ban Convention. icrc.org Speech of Gilles Carbonnier, Vice-President of the ICRC, on the occasion of the 5th Review Conference of the Anti-personnel Mine Ban Convention, Siem Reap, 25 November 2024…
(2024-12-11). How a Decades-Old Loophole Lets Billionaires Avoid Medicare Taxes. scheerpost.com 
(2024-12-11). With Trump's re-election, a Venezuela invasion could be on the cards. strategic-culture.su The re-election of Donald Trump to the presidency of the United States has many in Venezuela extremely concerned. From assassinations, terror campaigns, sanctions and coups, the first Trump administration tried everything short of a full-scale invasion of the country. With a cabinet full of hawks, MintPress assesses the potential for a future U.S. intervention in Venezuela.
(2024-12-11). Poll: Nearly 2 in 3 Americans Say Government Should Ensure Health Care Coverage. scheerpost.com 
(2024-12-11). The Arctic just hit an unfortunate climate milestone. grist.org 
The last nine years have been the warmest ever recorded in the Arctic Circle, and this year saw a number of new milestones in the region: It was the rainiest summer on record, and plant life bloomed across the tundra at a near-record pace. | As the Arctic reacts to the planet-warming gases that humans have pumped into the atmosphere, the region is swiftly transforming and entering what scientists call a "new regime." That's one of the findings of this year's Arctic Report Card, a document published by the U.S. government's National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, which shows how wildfires and thawing p…
(2024-12-11). Private Jets, Public Hypocrisy: How Climate Alarmists Just Reinvented Irony. wattsupwiththat.com In one hilarious (or infuriating) twist, many jets weren't even carrying passengers but were repositioned empty. Efficiency, thy name is not "private aviation."
(2024-12-11). Lawfare in Argentina: Cristina Kirchner convicted. mronline.org "What we are witnessing here today is a practical demonstration of Lawfare in Argentina, carried out by the members of the court," announced Cristina Fernández de Kirchner…
(2024-12-11). Il "golpe democratico" in Romania, nuova dimostrazione dell'ipocrisia occidentale. strategic-culture.su La decisione senza precedenti della Corte Costituzionale rumena di annullare il primo turno delle elezioni presidenziali evidenzia l'ipocrisia delle élite euro-atlantiste, pronte a sacrificare i principi democratici quando il risultato elettorale minaccia i loro interessi consolidati. | Segue nostro Lo scorso 6 dicembre, la Corte Costituzionale della Romania ha comunicato l'annullamento dei risultati del primo turno delle elezioni presid…
(2024-12-11). Absa customers scoop shs50m cash rewards for continued card usage. independent.co.ug 
KAMPALA, UGANDA | THE INDEPENDENT | Absa Bank Uganda has today handed over cash prizes worth UGX 50 million to 5 lucky winners in the ongoing card usage campaign dubbed "UGX 200 million can change your story". The five winners used their debit or credit cards for at least five transactions in November to pay …
(2024-12-11). Oakland's Nuisance Eviction Ordinance (NEO) has finally been repealed. indybay.org Haunting Photo Of Mary Jesus Who Jumped To Her Death From The Oakland Tribune Tower 20 Years Ago Today, After Receiving An Eviction Notice:…
(2024-12-11). Reform UK's Richard Tice in car crash interview as he tries to defend Brexit. leftfootforward.org Reform UK Deputy Leader Richard Tice endured a car crash interview as he tried to defend Brexit and ended up praising Joe Biden's leadership. | Appearing on Politics Live, Tice was asked by presenter Jo Coburn if he agreed with the comments made by his party leader that Brexit has failed and that the country had not benefitted from the decision to leave the EU? | Tice claimed that the Tories failed to go faster on deregulation and then added: "The reason America's doing well is because it's got cheap energy, because it 'drill baby drills', they've got lower regulations and they've got lower taxes." | The MP fo…
(2024-12-11). Unidad del Caribe es vital para enfrentar retos comunes. radiohc.cu La Habana, 11 dic (RHC) La secretaria General de la Comunidad del Caribe (Caricom), Carla Barnett, aseguró que el esfuerzo colectivo de la región será decisivo para vencer los desafíos presentes y futuros.
(2024-12-11). Peloteritos cubanos orgullosos por el título en la Copa del Caribe. radiohc.cu La Habana, 11 dic (JIT).- Los integrantes del equipo cubano de béisbol de la categoría sub-15 años, campeón de la II Copa del Caribe con sede en Bahamas, manifestaron su orgullo tras regresar al país con la corona del evento.
(2024-12-11). The Geopolitics of Elite Insanity: Teetering on the Brink of Armageddon, The Danger of Nuclear War. globalresearch.ca As the world simultaneously teeters on the brink of nuclear war in Central Asia, shatters any remaining sense of 'international justice' by taking no effective action to halt the televised genocide in Palestine (let alone the risk of a dramatically …
(2024-12-11). IDF, Shin Bet say Hamas commander who took part in Oct. 7 attack killed in Gaza. haaretz.com ISRAEL: White House's Sullivan to visit Israel on Thursday to discuss Syria, Gaza hostage deal ‚ñ GAZA: IDF strikes on Gaza kill at least 33, Palestinian medics say ‚ñ SYRIA: FM Sa'ar says IDF struck 'strategic weapons' in Syria to keep them out of hands of extremist factions…
(2024-12-11). Four rockets fired from central Gaza, Israeli army intercepts two. haaretz.com ISRAEL: White House's Sullivan to visit Israel on Thursday to discuss Syria, Gaza hostage deal ‚ñ GAZA: IDF strikes on Gaza kill at least 31, Palestinian medics say ‚ñ SYRIA: FM Sa'ar says IDF struck 'strategic weapons' in Syria to keep them out of hands of extremist factions…
(2024-12-11). Yemen's Houthis Attack US Destroyers and Merchant Ships in Gulf of Aden. news.antiwar.com On Tuesday, US Central Command said two US Navy destroyers and three US commercial ships came under an attack launched by Yemen's Houthis while transiting the Gulf of Aden. The Houthis, officially known as Ansar Allah, took credit for the attack, saying they targeted two US destroyers that were accompanying "supply ships." Houthi military spokesman …
(2024-12-11). China's modified light-sport aircraft completes maiden flight. ecns.cn A modified Lingyan AG50, China's self-developed new generation light-sport aircraft completed maiden after an 11-minute maiden flight in Jingmen, central China's Hubei Province on Monday.
(2024-12-11). The dollar diplomacy we need. independent.co.ug 
COMMENT | ANDREW GALLUCI | Amid the recent maelstrom of political news was an important development for the future of technology-enabled public money. During the BRICS Summit in Kazan, Russia, the Bank for International Settlements revealed that it was withdrawing from the digital-asset and payments initiative Project mBridge. Conceived in 2022 as a clearinghouse for central-bank digital currencies, …
(2024-12-11). Reminder to America: How republics succeed, falter and fail. pressenza.com The United States today faces inherent challenges that have weakened the republic, making lessons from the Roman Republic even more necessary to avoid greater political instability | By John P. Ruehl | The US enjoys many strengths that give it an edge over other republics, such as a decentralized and innovative economy that draws global talent and unmatched military strength. | Yet the Roman Republic, which had its own comparative advantages, ultimately fell to autocratic rule, and the US faces a similar fate if it fails to protect the institutional integrity and unchecked power continues to grow. | Reform is cru…
(2024-12-11). Sunday 1/19: Inauguration of the People: Gathering & March. indybay.org 10th Street Plaza, Modesto…
(2024-12-11). La economía en el centro del análisis del IX Pleno del Comité Central del Partido. radiohc.cu La Habana, 11 dic (RHC) El papel del Partido en la corrección de errores y en el reimpulso de la economía nacional y la inserción efectiva de los actores estatales y no estatales serán temas que se abordarán en el IX Pleno del Comité Central de la organización, entre mañana y el viernes.
(2024-12-11). France begins pulling out military forces from Chad: Army. presstv.ir The French army says it has started pulling out its military troops from Chad.
(2024-12-11). Democracy Now! 2024-12-11 Wednesday. democracynow.org Headlines for December 11, 2024; Rep. Delia Ramirez: Trump's Immigration Plans Are "Un-American, Unconstitutional & Undemocratic"; "Indefensible": U.S. Continues Deporting Haitians Amid Political Instability, Massacres; "We Didn't Get No Justice": Jordan Neely's Uncle Slams Daniel Penny's Acquittal in NYC Subway Killing; Herman Whitfield's Family Called for Help During a Mental Health Crisis. Cops Killed Him Instead | Headlines for December 11, 2024; Rep. Delia Ramirez: Trump's Immigration Plans Are "Un-American, Unconstitutional & Undemo…
(2024-12-11). DPP exploit Taiwan youths through cognitive warfare tactics. ecns.cn A recent documentary released by a popular Taiwan internet influencer misrepresenting how the mainland influences Taiwan opinions is a poorly orchestrated scheme by the Democratic Progressive Party to manipulate cognitive warfare.
(2024-12-11). Mainland spokesperson warns of harm to Taiwan's industries as DPP uses TSMC as 'pledge of allegiance' to court U.S. ecns.cn If the Democratic Progress Party (DPP) authorities persist in its unabated selling out of Taiwan, the competitive edge of Taiwan's related industries will inevitably be eroded.
(2024-12-11). "Israel is expanding occupied territories at the expense of Syrian lands." Interview with Andrey Ontikov. globalresearch.ca On December 9, Egypt accused Israel of illegally seizing a buffer zone in Syria. The area extends from the Golan Heights almost to the outskirts of Damascus. Israel troops and weaponry are now within hiking distance of the capital of …
(2024-12-11). Sullivan in Middle East for final Gaza ceasefire push. newarab.com 
US National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan is scheduled to begin a tour of the Middle East on Wednesday in a final attempt to reach a The American news site said Sullivan would visit Israel and mediator states Egypt and Qatar to continue discussing a deal that could see a cessation of hostilities in the Gaza Stri…
(2024-12-11). Ethiopian Prime Minister inaugurates first phase of Hawasa Corridor development. tvbrics.com 
Hawasa Corridor represents a continuation of the urban development efforts initiated in Addis Ababa…
(2024-12-11). Ethiopian President Calls to Strengthen Efforts Against Corruption. plenglish.com Addis Ababa, Dec 11 (Prensa Latina) Ethiopian President Taye Atske-Selassie today called for intensifying efforts to fight corruption in Ethiopia, considered an obstacle to sustaining development and achieving poverty reduction initiatives.
(2024-12-11). Law Society of Kenya threatens retaliation over Martha Karua. independent.co.ug 
Nairobi, Kenya | THE INDEPENDENT | The Law Society of Kenya has expressed to the Law Council for denying Martha Wangari Karua a temporary practicing certificate to represent Dr. Kiiza Besigye and Obeid Lutale before the General Court Martial. Kenya's former Justice Minister, Martha Wangari Karua had filed an application seeking to join a 50-member legal …
(2024-12-11). Activist Ayat Mneina on the past, present and future of Libya. newarab.com 
Ayat Mneina has always campaigned for human rights. | Her first protest was against the "It's really hard not to be aware and alert about what happens around the world, especially to people who look like us and move around in the world looking li…
(2024-12-11). Israel's Beelzebub Smotrich Sets Condition on Normalization with Saudi Arabia. indybay.org Though it was the Saudis that conditioned any future relations with Israel based on the establishment of a Palestinian state, an Israeli extremist minister has a condition of his own.
(2024-12-11). Failing In Its Case Against The Uhuru Three, The US Manufactures 'Thought Crimes'. popularresistance.org The Uhuru 3 – Chairman Omali Yeshitela, Penny Hess and Jesse Nevel – will have a sentencing hearing on December 16 in Florida. Failing to find evidence to convict them of violating the Foreign Agents Registration Act (FARA), the US Government manufactured a charge of conspiring to violate the law by thinking about it. There is no evidence to support this. This conviction creates a new level of state repression. Clearing the FOG speaks with Chairman Yeshitela about the case, the current political environment in the United States, including his opinions on the recent presidential election, and the recent events in…
(2024-12-11). FIFA to Confirm 2030 and 2034 World Cup Hosts. plusnews.ug 
FIFA will confirm the hosts for the 2030 and 2034 World Cups on Wednesday, with Morocco, Spain, and Portugal planning to share hosting duties for 2030 and Saudi Arabia all but assured the 2034 tournament. The decisions, expected to be formalised during a virtual FIFA Congress, come as both bids remain uncontested. The 2030 edition, marking …
(2024-12-11). FIFA names Saudi Arabia as World Cup 2034 host; Morocco to co-stage 2030. aljazeera.com FIFA Congress confirms the Middle East nation's bid for 2034 – with Morocco, Spain and Portugal to co-host 2030 edition.
(2024-12-11). Morocco sentences BDS activist to one year in jail. newarab.com 
A court in Morocco has On Tuesday, the…
(2024-12-11). Morocco moves to abolish death penalty. newarab.com 
For the first time, On 9 December, Justice Minister Abdellatif Ouahbi informed the Moroccan Parliament of t…
(2024-12-11). Venezuela Re-establishes Cooperation with UN High Commissioner for Human Rights. orinocotribune.com The government of Venezuela reported on Tuesday that it had re-established cooperation with the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights under terms agreeable to the nation's diplomatic corps. | "The Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela reiterates that its commitment to human rights is inalienable, as mandated by our Constitution and, in this sense, reports that cooperation has been reestablished with the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights under the terms of independence, sovereignty and non-intervention in internal affairs, principles established in the Charter of the United Nati…
(2024-12-11). Iran says 'critical' for Syria militants to keep distance from Israel. presstv.ir A spokeswoman for the Iranian government says the disassociation of militants who toppled the government of President Assad, from Israel is highly important to the Islamic Republic.
(2024-12-11). Appeals Court Upholding TikTok Ban Is A Grim Sign For Press Freedom. popularresistance.org Donald Trump is just weeks away from returning to the White House, and when he gets there, it is all but assured that he will attack press freedom (FAIR.org, 11/14/24; NBC, 12/4/24). | But the will and desire to clamp down on free speech and expression isn't just a Trumpian phenomenon. A US District Court of Appeals panel, with two Republican-appointed judges and one picked by a Democrat, has upheld a law forcing the sale of TikTok because of its alleged Chinese government control (AP, 12/6/24). | All corners of government, joined by members of both major parties, concur that national security concerns should all…
(2024-12-11). 51st state? Instead of cozying to Trump, Canada should chart independent anti-monopoly path. peoplesworld.org 
Editor's Note: Since winning re-election in November, President-elect Donald Trump has revived threats of high tariffs, targeting Canada and Mexico with a 25% levy. He, Republicans, and the right-wing media have mused that if Canada wants to avoid the tariffs, it should just become the U.S.' 51st state. Trump even resorted to publicly trolling and …
(2024-12-11). Israel Unleashes Hell Across Syria With Over 250 Airstrikes. popularresistance.org Israeli jets have launched well over 250 airstrikes across dozens of locations in the north, east, west, and south of Syria as of 10 December, targeting all of the country's air defense systems, military bases, and overground military assets. | Heavy airstrikes have destroyed weapons and ammo depots, factories, research facilities, and all military airfields and naval bases since extremist armed groups entered the capital, Damascus, and seized power on Sunday morning. | Israeli media described the blitzkrieg as the "most intense" bombing of Syria since the October 1973 War. Channel 12 reported that "the air force…
(2024-12-11). 'Israeli' Tanks Reach Damascus Countryside Amid Terrorist Takeover of Syria. orinocotribune.com "Israel" has continued to expand its occupation in Syria without facing any resistance. Israeli tanks are now reportedly around 20 kilometers from the capital, Damascus, while the Zionist entity is simultaneously waging a massive bombing campaign across the country. | Israeli tanks reached the city of Qatana in the southern Damascus countryside, about 20 km away from the Syrian capital, on Tuesday, December 10. | The Israeli occupation took over the entirety of the Golan, including the Syrian side of Mount Hermon. It led a further eastward advance, taking over the UN-monitored buffer zone in the same area. The pr…
(2024-12-11). Sudan Faces Severe Crisis, Leads IRC's Crisis Watchlist. plusnews.ug For the second consecutive year, Sudan topped the 2025 watchlist of global humanitarian crises, according to the International Rescue Committee (IRC) report released on Wednesday. The list also highlighted Gaza and the West Bank, Myanmar, Syria, and South Sudan as countries facing severe humanitarian challenges. Originally created by the New York-based IRC more than 15 …
(2024-12-11). Colonizers Run Over a Palestinian Child Near Nablus, Seize a Home in Occupied Jerusalem. imemc.org 
An illegal colonizer ran over a Palestinian child, on Tuesday afternoon, near the As-Sawiya-Al-Lubban Secondary School, south of Nablus in the northern West Bank. Samer Al-Jamal, the Director of Education south of Nablus, said that an Israeli settler rammed a child with his vehicle near the As-Sawiya-Al-Lubban Secondary School, south of Nablus. Media sources said …
(2024-12-11). South Korea's Impeachment Fails—What's Next? popularresistance.org South Korean President Yoon Seok Yeol remains in power following a much-anticipated impeachment vote in parliament that was scuttled when the ruling People's Power Party (PPP) boycotted the measure. While a handful of PPP lawmakers ultimately broke ranks to support impeachment, a sufficient majority to pass the measure could not be reached. The impeachment vote was held days after Yoon attempted (and failed) to establish martial law in the country. | Opposition parliamentarians have vowed to continue impeachment efforts until Yoon's tenure in office ends.
(2024-12-11). Israel's airstrike kills one in south Lebanon in new violation of ceasefire. presstv.ir An Israeli airstrike in southern Lebanon killed one person, as the Tel Aviv regime continues violating a fragile ceasefire.
(2024-12-11). Iranian Transport Plane Flies in Airshow. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Iran's homegrown transport plane named 'Simorgh' took to the skies during an airshow on the southern island of Kish.
(2024-12-11). South Korean police raid presidential office, ex-minister attempts suicide. aljazeera.com Developments come as opposition party prepares to make second bid to impeach President Yoon Suk-yeol.
(2024-12-11). Population of endangered white-headed ducks increases in Xinjiang. ecns.cn In recent days, the temperature has dropped to around minus 10 degrees Celsius in Karamay, northwest China's Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region. A group of white-headed ducks (Oxyura leucocephala), along with seven-month-old ducklings, have begun their migration south for the winter.
(2024-12-11). Guangxi border town holds ASEAN food competition. ecns.cn 2024 ASEAN Fruit Consumption Season and Culinary Competition was hosted in Pingxiang City in south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region on Tuesday. More than ten teams delighted attendees with a vibrant showcase of Southeast Asian delicacies.
(2024-12-11). Football friendly in Guangxi advances China-Vietnam relations. ecns.cn A men's friendly football match between China and Vietnam was held on Tuesday evening in Pingxiang City, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region.
(2024-12-11). Thailand: ICRC and Thammasat University screen film, host discussion on IHL and South-East Asian history. icrc.org
(2024-12-11). South Korea: Six Hours of Panic Under Martial Law Declaration. pressenza.com 
A week ago, Tuesday night, at 10: 25 PM on December 3, 2024, South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol unexpectedly appeared on television and declared martial law. That was the first time in 45 years of a modern country with a vibrant democracy and, it just sent a shock wave across the country and surprised the international community. | I have lived in Korea for the past 10 years where foreign residents have always been on the alert about what's to happen on the Korean peninsula where the two countries are technically at war and have constant tensions. A recent estimate indicates that over 2.5 million foreign nationa…
(2024-12-11). Video: Paramilitary attack kill dozens of civilians in Sudan. aljazeera.com An artillery attack by Sudan's paramilitary Rapid Support Forces has killed dozens of civilians.
(2024-12-11). Dozens of civilians killed in two days of intense fighting in Sudan. aljazeera.com More people killed in North Darfur and Greater Khartoum attacks as fighting between the army and the RSF turns bloodier.
(2024-12-11). Acholi Cultural Festival returns after 5 years break. independent.co.ug 
Gulu, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Preparations are in high gear for the fourth edition of the annual Acholi Cultural Festival, one of the largest cultural get-togethers of the Acholi community to celebrate and showcase their diverse tradition. This year's festival organized by the Acholi Cultural Institution will be held at Kaunda playgrounds in Gulu City …
(2024-12-11). Dr. Keddi Steven Eric Zuluba Nominated for Global Humanitarian Award. plusnews.ug 
A Ugandan philanthropist dedicated to alleviating human suffering and promoting community wellbeing Dr. Steven Eric Keddy Zuluba has been nominated for the prestigious World Humanitarian Icon Award. The nomination places this remarkable individual alongside global icons like Warren Buffett, Oprah Winfrey, and Arnold Schwarzenegger and Kier Starmer, UK Prime Minister, highlighting his exceptional contribution to …
(2024-12-11). LIVE: Agric Minister Tumwebaze graces swearing in of new Uganda Veterinary Association executive. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | LOUIS JADWONG | The new Uganda Veterinary Association (UVA) President Dr Andrew Akashaba and his team will be sworn in shortly in Kampala in a brief ceremony. Minister of Agriculture, Animal Industries and Fisheries is expected to be chief guest at the handover occasion. Dr Akashaba, a veteran of Makerere University student politics, is …
(2024-12-11). Moroto activists demand urgent action on environmental protection. independent.co.ug 
Moroto, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Environmentalists in Moroto District are calling for collective responsibility to preserve the environment from degradation. The rapid depletion of trees and the growing land degradation have raised significant concerns among environmentalists, who are now calling for immediate action to address the issue. Industrialization, urbanization, and human activities, especially in mining areas, …
(2024-12-11). Museveni donates shs300 million for Catholic Youth Conference in Hoima. independent.co.ug 
Hoima, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has donated UGX 300 million to support the National Catholic Youth Conference celebrations hosted by Hoima Catholic Diocese from December 10—15, 2024, at Our Lady of Lourdes Bujumbura Cathedral in Hoima City. The donation was handed over to the Bishop of Hoima Diocese, Vincent Kirabo, by …
(2024-12-11). Nebbi High Court starts hearing of criminal cases. independent.co.ug 
Nebbi, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The High Court in Nebbi has started hearing 64 criminal cases. Among the cases are 27 for murder 18 for aggravated defilement, 8 for aggravated robbery, four for rape and two for trafficking in persons. The sessions will be presided over by Justice Dr Douglas Singiza at Nebbi Magistrates Court premises. According …
(2024-12-11). Sh105 million Powerball Jackpot winner no longer worried about school fees. independent.co.ug 
Single mother of five wins over Sh105 million Powerball Jackpot with the Uganda National Lottery Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Lilian Nansoke, a single mother of five from Nakawuka, Wakiso District, has emerged as the winner of over sh105 million in the POWERBALL draw number 51, held on November 29, 2024. PowerBall still boasts …
(2024-12-11). Rengen Seed Secondary School set to open by 2025. independent.co.ug 
Kotido, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Rengen Seed Secondary School is set to be operational by the 2025 academic year, with construction works expected to be completed by the end of December 2024. This development was confirmed by Paul Bertrand Logole, the Kotido District Engineer, who stated that the construction works were now at 80 percent …
(2024-12-11). Shs330m Naminsindwa bridge complete. independent.co.ug 
Naminsindwa, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The business community and road users in Naminsindwa District are excited following the completion of the Namikhomwa Bridge. For many years, locals in the area temporarily patched the bridge with wood logs and pieces of timber to facilitate trucks transporting goods across the two districts. According to Robert Mukelule, the …