2025-01-28: News Headlines

NEOB (2025-01-28). SA improves housing consumer rights. sanews.gov.za SA improves housing consumer rights | President Cyril Ramaphosa has signed into law the Housing Consumer Protection Bill, which is geared at offering greater protection for housing consumers and support for new entrants in the home building industry. | According to a statement by the Presidency, the law also seeks to address "challenges identified by the Department of Human Settlements and the National Home Builders Registration Council (NHBRC), with regard to the Housing Consumers Protection Measures Act of 1998". | "The new law seeks to ensure adequate protection of housing consumers and effective regulation of…

Patrick Bond (2025-01-28). Trouble at the tip of the Belt and Road: South Africa's largest industrial mega-project meets eco-social resistance. cadtm.org

The Independent (2025-01-28). African Union urges Trump to revisit US exit from WHO. independent.co.ug Trump cited dissatisfaction over its handling of the Covid-19 pandemic and the inequality of contributions ANALYSIS | AGENCIES | The African Union on Jan.22 urged new U.S. President Donald Trump to revisit his decision to withdraw Washington from the World Health Organisation. In a statement, African Union Commission Chairperson Moussa Faki Mahamat said that as a …

infobrics (2025-01-28). BRICS Charts New Paths for Africa's Development. infobrics.org Group could help drive industrialization and create jobs in continent, experts say…

newarab (2025-01-28). Russia to assert Africa-Europe power via Libya airbase expansion. newarab.com The Mataan al-Sarra Airbase in the

DikelediM (2025-01-28). Stronger measures to protect oceans from pollution. sanews.gov.za Stronger measures to protect oceans from pollution | President Cyril Ramaphosa has signed into law the Marine Pollution (Prevention of Pollution from Ships) Amendment Bill, ushering in stronger measures to better protect South Africa's oceans from ship-related pollution. | In a statement, The Presidency highlighted the importance of the legislation, which is also a contribution to global efforts to protect the marine environment and sustainable economic exploitation. | "With a coastline stretching over 3 000 kilometres from Namibia on the Atlantic Ocean to Mozambique on the Indian Ocean, the new legislation is…

EDWIN (2025-01-28). Africa showcases tourism offering. sanews.gov.za Africa showcases tourism offering | South Africa is today hosting a media launch to pave the way to the 19th edition of Meetings Africa ⚪ the continent's premier business events trade show. | Tourism Minister Patricia de Lille and Deputy Minister Maggie Sotyu are today leading the launch, which is taking place at the Johannesburg Stock Exchange where they will share key information about Meetings Africa. | South African Tourism, in partnership with the Gauteng Tourism Authority, Johannesburg Tourism Company and the Sandton Convention Centre, will host the 19th Meetings Africa. | The prestigious gathering will…

EDWIN (2025-01-28). Mchunu honours men and women in blue. sanews.gov.za Mchunu honours men and women in blue | Police Minister Senzo Mchunu has thanked police officers for the sacrifices they make to safeguard the country. | | The country on Monday marked National Police Day. | | "You leave your families to serve the greater family that is our beloved country. Your sacrifices do not go unnoticed. On behalf of the government of the Republic of South Africa and the people you so diligently protect, I extend my heartfelt gratitude to each and every one of you. | | "The parade today is a symbol of the discipline, strength, and capabilities of the SAPS [South African Police Service]. It is a…

Maxime Duriez (2025-01-28). DRC: Armed fighting threatens civilians in and around Goma. fidh.org

nosihle (2025-01-28). Have your say on draft National Elephant Heritage Strategy. sanews.gov.za Have your say on draft National Elephant Heritage Strategy | Public comments are sought on the draft National Elephant Heritage Strategy in South Africa. | | The Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Dr Dion Travers George, has called on the public to comment on the draft National Elephant Heritage Strategy in South Africa. | | "The draft strategy provides a high-level vision and strategic objectives at national level for the management and long-term conservation of elephants as a meta-population in South Africa, while contributing to the well-being of people," the Department of Forestry, Fisheries…

DikelediM (2025-01-28). SANDF refutes video clip claims. sanews.gov.za SANDF refutes video clip claims | The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) has dismissed claims circulating on social media that its forces surrendered to M23 rebels in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). | | The SANDF said these allegations are misleading and untrue. | | In a statement on Tuesday, the SANDF clarified the misrepresentation of events circulating in a video clip claiming that SANDF forces surrendered to M23 rebels. | | "We wish to set the record straight. The footage in question depicts a white flag raised, which is an outcome of discussions between the opposing fighting forces to agree…

EDWIN (2025-01-28). Oshoek border resumes operations. sanews.gov.za Oshoek border resumes operations | Traveller and cargo operations at the Oshoek Port of Entry, the main border post between South Africa and Eswatini, have resumed. | This was announced by the Commissioner of the Border Management Authority (BMA), Dr Michael Masiapato and the South African Revenue Service (SARS) on Tuesday. | This follows the successful clearance and safety assessment of the port after a serious truck accident on Sunday. | The accident, caused by a 32-ton coal truck that allegedly experienced brake failure, resulted in significant damage to port infrastructure and multiple vehicles that were at…

NEOB (2025-01-28). Remaining silent on GBVF 'not an option' – Justice Minister. sanews.gov.za Remaining silent on GBVF 'not an option' – Justice Minister | Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development, Mmamoloko Kubayi, has reiterated government's commitment to fighting the scourge of gender-based violence and femicide (GBVF) in South Africa. | | The Minister delivered remarks at the Kgalema Motlanthe Foundation's Women Empowerment 365 Days Against Gender-Based Violence dialogue held in Soweto on Tuesday. | | "As part of [the] criminal justice system, the Department of Justice and Constitutional Development is working tirelessly to ensure that legal and law enforcement services work on enforcing domes…

The Independent (2025-01-28). Trump's Africa team starts to take shape. independent.co.ug Top State Department job like to go to J. Peter Pham, a diplomatic very familiar with Ugandan issues ANALYSIS | THE INDEPENDENT REPORTER & AGENCIES | U.S. President Donald Trump is expected to nominate a former special envoy as Washington's top Africa official, while a Republican aide is likely to be the White House's Africa director. …

DikelediM (2025-01-28). SANDF members killed in rebel attack near Goma Airport. sanews.gov.za SANDF members killed in rebel attack near Goma Airport | The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) has confirmed the passing away of three of its members following a mortar bomb attack by the M23 rebel militia near Goma Airport in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) on Monday. | | This follows an exchange of mortar bomb between the Forces Armees de la Republic Democratique du Congo (FARDC), Congolese Defence Force and the M23 rebel militia near Goma Airport, where the SANDF base is collocated. | | "The M23 rebels launched several a mortar bomb in the direction of Goma Airport, which landed in the SANDF b…

DikelediM (2025-01-28). President signs landmark law to preserve and develop agricultural land. sanews.gov.za President signs landmark law to preserve and develop agricultural land | President Cyril Ramaphosa has signed the Preservation and Development of Agricultural Land Bill into law, marking a significant step toward safeguarding South Africa's agricultural land for long-term food production and economic growth. | | The Presidency said in a statement that the law supports government's objectives and priorities in respect of the sustainable management and use of natural resources. | | It also sets out a countrywide policy and regulatory framework for the preservation and development of agricultural land. | | "The law cr…

Staff (2025-01-28). El canal que marca la frontera entre Asia y àÅfrica. cubadebate.cu Egipto es uno de los países transcontinentales del mundo debido a su ubicación geográfica única. Puerto Said, en el continente africano, y Puerto Fuad, en el continente asiático, están conectadas a través del Canal de Suez, que sirve como límite natural entre Asia y àÅfrica. Este canal simboliza la unión entre ambos continentes.

The Independent (2025-01-28). NUP kicks off selection of Kawempe North by-election candidate. independent.co.ug Kawempe, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The National Unity Platform (NUP) has kick-started a process of selecting a party flag bearer to contest in the Kawempe North by-election. This is carried out in a formal statement calling for expression of interest from the political party members for the parliamentary seat and councillor for the Kazo-Angola …

Staff (2025-01-28). As ICE Conducts Made-for-TV Raids, Cities from Chicago to Newark Resist Trump's Immigration Crackdown. democracynow.org Immigration and Customs Enforcement is ramping up raids across the United States, arresting more than 1,000 people in operations Monday after detaining a similar number on Sunday. Immigrant communities and their allies say the raids violate human rights, the Constitution, and are being carried out in retaliation against sanctuary cities that have policies aimed at protecting undocumented residents. In Chicago, immigrant rights organizer Dulce Guzmán says there is "palpable fear and anxiety among families," but she lauds elected officials, including Mayor Brandon Johnson and Governor J.B. Pritzker, for…

GAIA (2025-01-28). Turning the Tide on Plastic: Philippines Joins Regional Push for Reuse Revolution. pressenza.com Philippine Reuse Consortium Launched Amid Global Push to Combat Plastic Pollution : | The launch culminates the three-day workshop and stakeholder consultations on mainstreaming reuse and refill solutions in the country. The event which was organized by Greenpeace Philippines and the Mother Earth Foundation, with the support of Plasticdiet Indonesia, GAIA Asia Pacific, and the Break Free From Plastic movement, highlights scalable local initiatives, including zero-waste sari-sari stores (small-scale convenience stores) carinderias (neighborhood eateries), and local reuse-and-refill stores such as Back-to-B…

Human Rights Watch (2025-01-28). Gaza: No Safe Pregnancies During Israeli Assault. hrw.org Click to expand Image | A Palestinian woman pregnant with triplets, suffers from malnutrition and extreme anemia due to food shortages, at a displaced persons camp in Rafah, Gaza, February 14, 2024. | © 2024 Abed Zagout/Anadolu via Getty Images | (Jerusalem, January 28, 2025) — The Israeli government's blockade of Gaza and attacks on healthcare facilities have created serious and sometimes life-threatening danger for women and girls during and after pregnancy and delivery since hostilities began in October 2023, Human Rights Watch said in a report released today. The 50-page report, "'Five Babies in…

Staff (2025-01-28). What to Do Immediately After a Car Accident in Fort Lauderdale. moguldom.com Experiencing a car accident can be an overwhelming and challenging situation. However, knowing what to do immediately after the incident can help you protect your rights and ensure your safety. This article outlines essential steps to take after an accident in Fort Lauderdale. Ensure Safety and Call for Help A Fort Lauderdale car accident lawyer …

The Independent (2025-01-28). Auditor General warns of 10-year case backlogs at UHRC. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | A review of 100 files at the Uganda Human Rights Commission (UHRC) by the Auditor General has revealed delays of more than one year, with some complaints going up to 10 years before the completion of investigations. The revelation is carried in the latest Auditor General's report for the …

presstv.ir (2025-01-28). Freed Palestinians face 'systematic terrorism' by Israel: Advocacy group. presstv.ir The Palestinian Prisoners Society says the Israeli military has carried out "systematic terrorism" against the abductees the regime recently released under the Gaza ceasefire deal.

Lyn Neeley (2025-01-28). Week three: Oregon's largest health care workers strike. workers.org Portland, Oregon Providence Health & Services' health care workers are entering the third week of the largest nurse's strike in Oregon's history. Nearly 5,000 nurses, physicians, clinicians, midwives and other medical professionals from eight Portland area hospitals are demanding decent health care benefits, safe staffing, competitive wages and the hiring . . . |

Basit Mahmood (2025-01-28). EXCLUSIVE: Voters say Elon Musk represents a threat to UK democracy, poll finds. leftfootforward.org Voters believe that Elon Musk represents a threat to UK democracy, an exclusive poll for Left Foot Forward has found. | The poll, carried out by Savanta for LFF, found that 47% of voters believe that the tech billionaire, who has posted a series of false claims about UK politics in recent weeks on his X platform, represents a threat to UK democracy. | Around 31% of voters said they believed Musk does not represent a threat to UK democracy. | It comes after Musk has drawn criticism in recent weeks for posting misinformation on his X platform and repeatedly attacked the Labour Party, posting a series of false cl…

Staff (2025-01-28). Heridos en Líbano tras ataques israelíes en zonas fronterizas. cubadebate.cu El Ejército de Líbano informó este martes que un soldado y tres ciudadanos resultaron heridos en el contexto de los continuos ataques israelíes en las zonas fronterizas del sur. Según las Fuerzas Armadas, Israel abrió fuego contra personal del ejército y residentes en la carretera Yaroun-Maroun al-Ras mientras intentaban regresar a sus hogares.

Alfred W. McCoy (2025-01-28). Detroit's Death Spiral? counterpunch.org It came upon a midnight clear, a vision both complete and quite specific — not from any of those "angels bending near the earth to touch their harps of gold," as in the Christmas carol, but from a long line of trucks on the Indiana Toll Road. On that cold winter's night about five years

Dean Baker (2025-01-28). There's One Word for Trump's Erratic Negotiating Strategy: "Stupid" counterpunch.org Donald Trump is carrying through his campaign pledge in threatening every country in the world with big taxes on the goods we import (tariffs) from them. However, he does keep changing the size of the taxes he wants to hit us with and who will be most affected. In the latest version imports from Mexico

Staff (2025-01-28). "War of Plunder": How Rwanda Has Fueled War in DRC as Western Countries Look Away. democracynow.org The long-simmering conflict in the Democratic Republic of the Congo escalated this week when Rwandan-backed M23 rebels captured at least part of the eastern city of Goma. The fighting between the militia and Congolese forces has killed at least 17 with over 370 people injured, and hospitals are overwhelmed. U.N. chief António Guterres has called on Rwandan forces to withdraw immediately from the DRC and end support for M23, as fears grow of a wider regional war, but Maurice Carney, co-founder and executive director of Friends of the Congo, says Rwanda's actions in the DRC will continue unless Western countr…

Julia Conley (2025-01-28). Trump's Federal Funding Freeze Sparks Alarm and Confusion. truthout.org Calling a federal grant and loan funding freeze announced by the Trump administration "a massive, massive overreach," U.S. Sen. Patty Murray was among those expressing fury on Tuesday over a move that could have far-reaching implications for millions of Americans who rely on federal food assistance and education and healthcare programs, among other necessities. "We are talking about our small… |

Alleen Brown (2025-01-28). 10 states fund prisons using stolen Indigenous lands. grist.org Steven Amos feels hopeful for once. He's finishing a drug and alcohol treatment program, living in a halfway house, and working a new job, doing carpentry. "I love anything outdoors," he said. "I'm happy I'm not locked up." | A member of the Northern Arapaho Tribe, Amos, age 53, grew up with the snow-capped Rocky Mountains set like a painting behind his childhood home in Ethete, Wyoming, on the Wind River reservation. He loved hunting and fishing along the Little Wind River, but his family — as well as many Wind River neighbors — had no running water, sometimes no electricity, or enough to eat. | T…

Alleen Brown (2025-01-28). 10 States Fund Carceral Facilities and Programs Using Stolen Indigenous Lands. truthout.org Steven Amos feels hopeful for once. He's finishing a drug and alcohol treatment program, living in a halfway house, and working a new job, doing carpentry. "I love anything outdoors," he said. "I'm happy I'm not locked up." A member of the Northern Arapaho Tribe, Amos, age 53, grew up with the snow-capped Rocky Mountains set like a painting behind his childhood home in Ethete, Wyoming… |

David Dayen (2025-01-28). We found the $2 trillion. indybay.org How Democrats should deal with DOGE has become a top-level conversation. One school of thought calls out Musk's game of using spending cuts to make room for their own tax cuts. Others draw red lines on cherished, popular programs like Social Security & Medicare or highlight serial conflicts of interest. Still others counsel constructive engagement. The Musk/DOGE plan is one of self-enrichment & outward punishment. A different path is needed!

Staff (2025-01-28). Navigating Car Ownership in the U.S.: A Practical Guide for Black Immigrants Settling in America. moguldom.com Relocating to the United States brings a mix of excitement and challenges. For many Black immigrants, one of the first practical hurdles is securing a reliable vehicle, as car ownership is often a necessity in the U.S. This comprehensive guide provides step-by-step advice, supported by data, to help you make informed decisions about your first …

Javier Arana Villasusa (2025-01-28). Argentinean train drivers' union goes on strike. plenglish.com In a statement, the organization said that the ongoing strike was caused by the lack of answers from the companies representing the Government and the concessionaires. | In addition, it informed that a plenary meeting of union representatives of all railroads would take place today. | Last month, La Fraternidad pointed out that "the interruptions of the activity are not pleasant, neither for those who suffer them, nor for those who carry them out, but they are the only legal tool the workers have when their claims are not attended". | The companies and the officials degraded the purchasing power of the salary, by…

Alina Ramos Martin (2025-01-28). Cuba's National Hero honored in East Timor. plenglish.com Dili, Jan 28 (Prensa Latina) Friends of Cuba and members of the diplomatic corps paid tribute to the architect of the Caribbean nation's independence, José Martí, on the 172nd anniversary of his birth.

Chris Walker (2025-01-28). Over 15 Navajo Nation Members Swept Up in Trump Immigration Raids. truthout.org Officials from the Navajo Nation are warning its members to carry personal identification that indicates they are citizens of the United States at all times following reports that more than a dozen Diné/Navajo people have been detained and questioned during immigration raids in Arizona and New Mexico since last Wednesday. Navajo people, also known as Diné people, have experienced "negative… |

Zane McNeill (2025-01-28). Incarcerated Trans Woman Sues Trump Over Anti-Trans Order Redefining "Sex" truthout.org A transgender woman in federal prison has sued President Donald Trump over an executive order he issued on his first day back in office seeking to define "sex" in a way the lawsuit says is "intentionally designed to discriminate against transgender people" and "deny them equal treatment." The complaint, filed under the pseudonym Maria Moe, claims that Executive Order 14166 has caused Moe… |

Tim Huber (2025-01-28). MDS brings family spirit to wildfire rebuilding effort in Hawaii. anabaptistworld.org As the Mennonite Disaster Service family prays for and reaches out with care to fire survivors in Los Angeles, MDS volunteers are also helping fire survivors in Maui, Hawaii, by building safe housing and bringing a spirit of ohana, or extended family.

editor (2025-01-28). Should wine carry a cancer warning? onlineopinion.com.au When relative risks are inflated and absolute risks ignored, the result is not informed consent but unnecessary anxiety. Let's not lose sight of moderation-in drinking and in public health messaging.

Guest Blogger (2025-01-28). Carbon Capture A Waste Of Money, Says Octopus Boss. wattsupwiththat.com But Jackson did not seem to realise the irony when he commented that it was competition rather than subsidies that should be driving the UK's energy transition. | Does he not know that subsidies for renewable energy have cost close to £100 billion already, and will continue to rise?>

newarab (2025-01-28). After 42 minutes this season Al-Hilal terminates Neymar contract. newarab.com Brazilian star "The club expresses its thanks and appreciation to Neymar for what he has provided throughout his career with

The Independent (2025-01-28). Subaru drivers to support Police children with school supplies. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Subaru drivers under their umbrella organization, Car Tribe Uganda, are swapping their reputation for wild driving with a charitable cause. The group comprising 95 registered members is mobilizing scholastic materials for the children of police officers ahead of the upcoming school term. Car Tribe Uganda, which unites Subaru …

Staff (2025-01-28). Carlson revela supuestos planes de la Administración Biden para desatar guerra con Rusia y atentar contra Putin. cubadebate.cu El exsecretario de Estado estadounidense Antony Blinken dirigió en realidad la Administración Biden intentando desencadenar una verdadera guerra entre Washington y Moscú, afirmó el periodista Tucker Carlson. En concreto, añadió, los planes habrían incluido la posibilidad de atentar contra la vida del presidente ruso, Vladímir Putin.

Hugo GABBERO (2025-01-28). Urgent call to confirm the suspension of Azerbaijan's PACE credentials at winter session 2025. fidh.org In a joint letter, human rights organisations, including the International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) and the World Organisation Against Torture (OMCT), within the framework of the Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders, call the members of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE) to uphold the suspension of Azerbaijan's credentials for 2025, as escalating repression of civil society in the country violates the principles of the Council of Europe (…) | – |

Ali Salam (2025-01-28). Gaza: Israeli Forces Kill Two Palestinians, Including a Child, Injure Others. imemc.org
| Occupation forces killed two Palestinians, including a child, and injured others, on Monday, near the Al-Nuseirat refugee camp in the central Gaza Strip. | At midnight on Monday/Tuesday, an Israeli airstrike killed one Palestinian man and injured others at the Nuwairi hill west of the Al-Nuseirat refugee camp.
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Dan Evans, Tom Latchem (2025-01-28). Levi Davis — Murdered At Sea? bylinetimes.com A version of this article was first published in the July 2024 edition of Byline Times | Was Levi Davis seen a nautical mile out to sea in the central shipping channel of Barcelona's busy commercial port, clothed, and shouting for help in the dead of night? If so, how did he get there and why could rescuers on scene in less than four minutes find no trace? | Byline Times has established that Levi could not have possibly swam there himself. So was he murdered? And what have the police done about it? | It's 06: 32 on Sunday 30 October 2022. The Maltese cruise ship MSC Bellissima is a nautical mile from the entra…

Dan Evans, Tom Latchem (2025-01-28). Levi Davis — Murdered At Sea? bylinetimes.com A version of this article was first published in the July 2024 edition of Byline Times | Was Levi Davis seen a nautical mile out to sea in the central shipping channel of Barcelona's busy commercial port, clothed, and shouting for help in the dead of night? If so, how did he get there and why could rescuers on scene in less than four minutes find no trace? | Byline Times has established that Levi could not have possibly swam there himself. So was he murdered? And what have the police done about it? | It's 06: 32 on Sunday 30 October 2022. The Maltese cruise ship MSC Bellissima is a nautical mile from the entran…

Staff (2025-01-28). Comunica Banco Central de Cuba cambios en bonificación a pagos electrónicos. cubadebate.cu Para incentivar los pagos por canales electrónicos, el Banco Central de Cuba implementará a partir del miércoles 29 de enero del 2025, una modificación sobre la aplicación de bonificación a los pagos en línea. Desde agosto de 2023, esta bonificación se ha fijado en un 6%, sin embargo, esta no ha podido ser extensiva a toda la red de comercios minoristas.

aljazeera (2025-01-28). Bodies on streets, hospitals struggle, battles intensify in DR Congo's Goma. aljazeera.com The M23 rebel group has declared the key city of Goma under its control, signalling a big blow to the Congolese army.

Eloise Goldsmith (2025-01-28). Trump Ousts 2 Key Leaders at the National Labor Relations Board. truthout.org In a radical shake-up of the federal agency tasked with protecting the right of private sector employees to organize, U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday fired two key leaders at the National Labor Relations Board. Trump ousted NLRB General Counsel Jennifer Abruzzo and — in a less expected and legally dubious move — also removed Democratic NLRB member Gwynne Wilcox. |

WSWS (2025-01-28). Maryland's Democratic governor proposes austerity budget for next fiscal year. wsws.org Wes Moore, the governor of Maryland, recently released his budget plan for the next fiscal year, which includes $2 billion in cuts for climate spending and other vital social programs.

Caitlin Johnstone (2025-01-28). Jordan And Egypt Snub Trump's Ethnic Cleansing Plan. caitlinjohnstone.com.au It still remains to be seen if the Trump administration will find a way to bribe or coerce either or both nations to comply with Trump's ethnic cleansing agenda, but the fact that they aren't already on board means the empire still needs to jump through some significant hoops before this could happen.

Ben Samuels (2025-01-28). Trump doubles down on call for Egypt and Jordan to take Palestinians from Gaza. haaretz.com Shortly after speaking with Egypt's Al-Sissi, the U.S. president said he wants Gazans 'in an area where they can live without disruption. Gaza has been hell for so many years'…

presstv.ir (2025-01-28). Trump reiterates call for relocation of Gazans; UN blasts plan as 'ethnic cleansing'. presstv.ir Donald Trump has reiterated his call on resistant Egypt and Jordan to take in Palestinians from the war-torn Gaza Strip.

Ramzy Baroud (2025-01-28). Gaza's unbreakable resistance: A historical perspective on the war and its aftermath. peoplesworld.org The problem with political analysis is that it often lacks historical perspective and is mostly limited to recent events. The current analysis of the Israeli war on Gaza falls victim to this narrow thinking. The ceasefire agreement, signed between Palestinian groups and Israel under Egyptian, Qatari, and U.S. mediation in Doha on Jan. 15, is …

Caitlin Johnstone (2025-01-28). Jordan And Egypt Snub Trump's Ethnic Cleansing Plan: Notes From The Edge Of The Narrative Matrix. thealtworld.com Both Jordan and Egypt have put out statements rejecting President Trump's proposal to "clean out" Gaza and move its population to …

presstv.ir (2025-01-28). Iran rejects Trump's plan to forcibly displace Gazans from 'homeland'. presstv.ir Iran has rejected Trump's plan to forcibly relocate Palestinians from the Gaza Strip to Jordan and Egypt.

newarab (2025-01-28). Egypt's bread subsidy system reforms hit the poor hardest. newarab.com

aljazeera (2025-01-28). Ethiopia to Israel: Secret Journeys. aljazeera.com The secret transportation of thousands of Ethiopian Jews to Israel in the 1980s by the Mossad and the CIA.

Maxime Duriez (2025-01-28). Italy's failure to surrender Libyan suspect to the International Criminal Court is a breach of its Rome Statute obligation. fidh.org

Mark Gruenberg (2025-01-28). Trump executive orders roll back civil rights, workers' rights, and greenlight fraud. peoplesworld.org WASHINGTON—Not content with trashing federal workers' rights, Republican President Donald Trump—who as a young New York developer violated federal fair and open housing laws—wants to roll back the civil rights revolution, too. Not only that, but a separate Trump executive order fires at least 17 key watchdogs—independent Inspectors General at various agencies. That move opens …

presstv.ir (2025-01-28). IRIB head confirms journalist held by Israeli forces in occupied territories. presstv.ir The head of the Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting says an IRIB journalist has been held by Israeli forces in the occupied territories.

Pablo Rafael Fuentes (2025-01-28). A los 76 como república, India figura entre las principales economías>. radiohc.cu La Habana, 28 ene (RHC) Al celebrar el aniversario 76 como república, India figura hoy como la quinta potencia económica a escala internacional y "con gran esfuerzo se encamina a ser la tercera en 2027", vaticinó el embajador Armstrong Changsan.

Nava J. Thakuria (2025-01-28). In Pursuit of India's R-Day Celebration. pressenza.com Defying all odds, including a boycott call by some armed militant outfits, the people of far eastern Bharat (India) celebrated the 76th Republic Day, unfurling the Tri-colour paying homage to the known and unknown martyrs of India's Freedom Movement against the colonial British forces. | Resentments against the governments in respective State capitals as well as in New Delhi, anti-India rhetoric and even the diktats from separatist militants could not deter from joining the celebrations aspiring for a powerful nation, which is definitely a Biswa Mitra (if not immediately, it can emerge as Biswa Guru), a guiding l…

Fedaa al-Qedra (2025-01-28). "Everything is gone" in Rafah. electronicintifada.net Large areas of Gaza's southernmost city are now uninhabitable.

english.almanar.com.lb (2025-01-28). Israeli Enemy Targets Nabatieh, South Lebanon, for First Time since Ceasefire Took Effect. english.almanar.com.lb The Israeli enemy violated again the ceasefire in South Lebanon, launching on Tuesday an air raid on Nabatieh city. The Zionist attack targeted Nabatieh Al-Fawqa area, leaving 14 injuries and causing a materialistic damage. Al-Manar correspondent reported, later on, a second air raid on Nabatieh Al-Fawqa area as well. It is worth noting that this …

english.almanar.com.lb (2025-01-28). Hezbollah Launches Border Towns Reconstruction Project: Israeli Buffer Zone Shattered. english.almanar.com.lb Member of Loyalty to Resistance parliamentary bloc, Dr. Hasan Fadlallah, launched Hezbollah project of reconstructing the border towns in South Lebanon, stressing that the noble locals will return to live in their rebuilt houses, not in tents. Dozens of architectures attended Bint Jbeil district to participate in implementing the plan as the Jihad Al-Bina Association …

english.almanar.com.lb (2025-01-28). Loud explosion rocks Nabatieh Al-Fawqa, South Lebanon. english.almanar.com.lb

english.almanar.com.lb (2025-01-28). Israeli military radio confirms air raid on Nabatiyeh city in South Lebanon. english.almanar.com.lb

english.almanar.com.lb (2025-01-28). A second Israeli air raid targets Nabatieh Al-Fawqa, South Lebanon: Al-Manar reporter. english.almanar.com.lb

Staff (2025-01-28). Hostage's brother: He's likely dead; Israel must prioritize returning living Gaza captives. haaretz.com LEBANON: Two killed, 17 wounded by IDF fire in southern Lebanon, health ministry reports ‚ñ GAZA: Israel allows Palestinians to return to northern Gaza as Netzarim corridor reopens after over a year ‚ñ HOSTAGE DEAL: Islamic Jihad airs video of Israeli hostage Arbel Yehoud, slated for release on Thursday…

Moshe Gilad (2025-01-28). This beautiful Russian Orthodox church is in Tel Aviv — where an Arab village once stood. haaretz.com The Saint Peter and Saint Tabitha Russian Orthodox Church, and the park in which it's located, offer a peaceful bubble in a busy area of Tel Aviv…

Dan Collyns (2025-01-28). Chancay celebrates Chinese New Year. america.cgtn.com Chinese New Year celebrations started early in Chancay, the small Peruvian town that is now the hub for South America's biggest Chinese-built mega port. Dan Collyns reports.

Javier Arana Villasusa (2025-01-28). Wildfire sparks alarm in South Australian city. plenglish.com Canberra, Jan 28 (Prensa Latina) A bushfire in southern Australia today destroyed at least one building while forcing the evacuation of about 1,500 persons from the city of Dimboola, while firefighters are trying to quell it.

WSWS (2025-01-28). Axel Rudakubana's Southport murders: Who bears responsibility? wsws.org Starmer's inquiry will not address the problems in the National Health Service, social services and schools which prevented them from intervening effectively to shift Rudakubana from the path he was on. Nor will it pose the question: what are the psychological pressures at work in today's society which drove him down that path in the first place?

Andrea GIORGETTA (2025-01-28). South Korea: Submission on discrimination against North Korean escapees. fidh.org

Staff (2025-01-28). Gold, Guns & Genocide: How the UAE Profits from RSF War Crimes in Sudan. democracynow.org As U.N. Secretary-General António Guterres renews his call for an immediate halt to fighting in Sudan between the country's military and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces, we speak with New York Times correspondent Declan Walsh about how the conflict is being fueled by the illicit gold trade. He reports that Sudan's gold riches are being smuggled out of the country by both sides in order to pay for the drones, guns and missiles that have killed tens of thousands of people since the start of the civil war in April 2023. Much of that wealth is ending up in the United Arab Emirates, which backs the R…

Elsadig Elsheikh (2025-01-28). Sudan: Debt, Maldevelopment, and the Challenge of Stability. cadtm.org At the time of writing, Sudan remains at a dangerous crossroads. It can either be a state ruled by its diverse citizens' desire for the rule of law, equitable and sustainable development, democratization, and justice for all, or it can fragment into "bantustans" along regional and ethnic cleavages. For most of its independent political history, Sudan has been torn between two visions and forces. The colonized political elite lacked the imagination to build a nation beyond coloniality, while (…) | – | / |

aljazeera (2025-01-28). Lake Tanganyika fishers fight for their future amid declining catches. aljazeera.com From 2020-2024, fish production dropped 20% in the world's longest freshwater lake serving Tanzania and its neighbours.

tn.ai (2025-01-28). Ayatollah Khamenei Slams US as Archetype of Colonialism. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei denounced the US government as the epitome of colonialism and arrogance, saying the US is dominated by financial moguls.

The Independent (2025-01-28). Gulu University gives Chinese constructors sh500M compensation. independent.co.ug Gulu, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | A report by the Auditor General has revealed how Gulu University forked out Shillings 527.5 million to pay accumulated interest to Chinese firm Chongqing International Construction Corporation (CICO) over delayed contract payments. The University management entered a contract with Chongqing International Construction Corporation (CICO) on June 19, 2019, at a …

The Independent (2025-01-28). Kween farmers applaud Uganda Breweries for providing a ready market for barley. independent.co.ug Kween, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Farmers in Kween District have applauded Uganda Breweries for providing a ready market for barley which has boosted their household incomes, saying that this has improved their livelihoods. They said this during an interaction with officials from Uganda Breweries on Friday last week. Patrick Mangusho, a barley farmer on his …

The Independent (2025-01-28). Lugoloobi loses bid for constitutional reference in Karamoja iron sheets case. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Anti-Corruption Court in Kampala has rejected an application filed by State Minister for Economic Planning Amos Lugoloobi, seeking a constitutional reference regarding his alleged involvement in diverting iron sheets meant for vulnerable people in Karamoja. On Tuesday, Justice Jane Okuo Kajuga dismissed the application, which was submitted by …

The Independent (2025-01-28). Unlocking Uganda's E-Commerce Potential: Empowering SMEs to thrive in the digital age. independent.co.ug OPINION | Ivy Maingi | Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) are the heartbeat of Uganda's economy, playing a crucial role in job creation, local innovation, and overall economic growth. Yet, in today's fast-paced digital landscape, many SMEs face challenges in adapting to the tools and platforms necessary to remain competitive. At Glovo, we believe e- commerce …

The Independent (2025-01-28). West Buganda Diocese in disarray over selection of new bishop. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Church of Uganda in the West Buganda diocese is embroiled in yet another bitter disagreement pitting the clergy against Christians over the alleged intrigues surrounding the search for a new Bishop. The disagreements are threatening the process of choosing a potential replacement for Bishop Henry Katumba Tamale who …

The Independent (2025-01-27). Powering Africa: Tanzanian summit targets electricity for 300 million. independent.co.ug Nearly 600 million people—83% of the global population—remain without power on the continent Dar es Salaam, Tanzania | THE INDEPENDENT | In a landmark effort to tackle Africa's energy access crisis, the World Bank Group and the African Development Bank Group will host the Africa Energy Summit on January 27-28 in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. The …

Patrick Bond (2025-01-27). Trouble at the tip of the Belt and Road: South Africa's largest industrial mega-project meets eco-social resistance. cadtm.org

tn.ai (2025-01-27). Iran Condemns Attacks on Civilians in Sudan. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — The Iranian Foreign Ministry condemned the killing of civilians in Sudan and attacks on non-military targets and infrastructures of the Northeast African country, including its hospitals.

tvbrics (2025-01-27). Chinese car market share in South Africa increases by almost 30%. tvbrics.com Chinese brands have penetrated the market by offering vehicles with innovative technologies…

Pavan Kulkarni (2025-01-27). A New Military Strategy of French Neocolonialism in Africa: Reorganizing Under the Cover Retreat. counterpunch.org In his New Year's address, Alassane Ouattara, president of Ivory Coast since 2010—when he took power with the aid of French military intervention—announced, "We have decided on the coordinated and organized withdrawal of French forces" from the country. However, his address didn't mention terminating the 1961 military agreements with France. These "agreements are at the

Gabisile (2025-01-27). SA to continue promoting stability in the DRC. sanews.gov.za SA to continue promoting stability in the DRC | South Africa's Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Mathu Joyini, has stated that South Africa will continue to contribute to promoting peace and stability in the eastern region of the Democratic Republic of Congo and to the continent's overall peacekeeping efforts. | | The United Nations Security Council held an emergency meeting yesterday regarding deadly clashes in eastern DRC, following Kinshasa's withdrawal of its diplomats from Kigali as Rwanda-backed rebels advanced on the key city of Goma. | | At least 13 soldiers serving with peacekeepin…

Gabisile (2025-01-27). SA to continue promoting stability in the DRC. sanews.gov.za SA to continue promoting stability in the DRC | South Africa's Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Mathu Joyini, has stated that South Africa will continue to contribute to promoting peace and stability in the eastern region of the Democratic Republic of Congo and to the continent's overall peacekeeping efforts. | The United Nations Security Council held an emergency meeting yesterday regarding deadly clashes in eastern DRC, following Kinshasa's withdrawal of its diplomats from Kigali as Rwanda-backed rebels advanced on the key city of Goma. | At least 13 soldiers serving with peacekeeping…

EDWIN (2025-01-27). BMA suspends operations at Oshoek Port of Entry. sanews.gov.za BMA suspends operations at Oshoek Port of Entry | The Commissioner of the Border Management Authority (BMA), Dr Michael Masiapato, and the South African Revenue Services (SARS) on Sunday temporarily suspended operations at the Oshoek Port of Entry with Eswatini, following a serious truck accident. | The incident occurred at approximately 10: 20 when the truck, allegedly experiencing brake failure, descended towards Eswatini on the departure side of the port. | The truck crashed into 10 stationery private vehicles, four SARS vehicles, and one SANDF bakkie, causing extensive damage. | Three individuals – one SARS o…

EDWIN (2025-01-27). Rhino poachers handed prison sentences. sanews.gov.za Rhino poachers handed prison sentences | Police have commended the sentencing of three wildlife poachers, who have been found guilty of a number of serious crimes by the Skukuza Regional Court. | Two South African citizens, Sam Khosa (40) and Solly Bennett Selahle (30), and Mozambican national, Oddis Maluleke (46), were sentenced by the court on Friday, 24 January. | During proceedings, the court heard that on Friday, 15 February 2019, a regional field ranger observed suspicious activity inside the Kruger National Park (KNP) involving the accused individuals. | A field ranger, who passed away before the case was…

EDWIN (2025-01-27). Salute to police officers! sanews.gov.za Salute to police officers! | The blood, sweat and tears of the men and women in blue have been honoured at the official National Police Day event. | Police Minister Senzo Mchunu said National Police Day, which was held in Durban on Monday, 27 January, is a platform to recognise the sacrifices, courage and unwavering dedication of the members of the South African Police Service (SAPS). | "Today, we pause to reflect on your invaluable contributions, to honour your service and reaffirm our commitment to supporting and strengthening our police service," Mchunu told officers at the event. | With South Africa having ma…

EDWIN (2025-01-27). Security officers to appear in court. sanews.gov.za Security officers to appear in court | A group of security personnel are expected to appear in the Nelspruit Magistrate's Court on Friday after they were found in possession of fraudulently acquired competency certificates. | | In a statement on Saturday, the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (Hawks), said firearm competency certificates are required by law to certify that individuals are properly trained and qualified to handle firearms safely and responsibly. | | "The Hawks' Nelspruit based Serious Corruption Investigation, Priority Crime Management Centre (PCMC) and a private security company's join…

Gabisile (2025-01-27). Western Cape schools fall victim to vandalism, theft over holidays. sanews.gov.za Western Cape schools fall victim to vandalism, theft over holidays | Despite increasing to 480 the number of schools where the Western Cape Government (WCG) subsidised holiday security, the province has seen a rise in burglary and vandalism cases during this period. | During the summer holidays, 47 incidents of burglary or vandalism were reported by 34 schools. | "This is a significant increase in incidents from the 26 incidents reported at 24 schools during the same period [the previous] year. While the majority of incidents were minor, these incidents are costly to schools, both in terms of the cost of replacem…

NEOB (2025-01-27). South Africa outlines G20 Presidency plans at WEF. sanews.gov.za South Africa outlines G20 Presidency plans at WEF | As the world convened in Davos for the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting recently, South Africa presented its vision for the G20 Presidency this year — outlining a path towards a more equitable and sustainable future. | | This is according to President Cyril Ramaphosa who addressed the country through his weekly Presidential newsletter on Monday. | | South Africa's theme for the Group of Twenty (G20) Presidency is Solidary, Equality, Sustainable Development. | | "We made the point that it is in the interests of all countries, large and small, wealthy…

nosihle (2025-01-27). Anant Singh appointed to WEF Global Arts and Culture Council. sanews.gov.za Anant Singh appointed to WEF Global Arts and Culture Council | South African film producer, Anant Singh, has been appointed to the Global Arts and Culture Council (GACC). | This, at the GACC's inaugural meeting held at the Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, Switzerland. | The GACC was established in the context of the shifting world from an industrial era to a more intelligent and interconnected society, where the arts and culture sector is uniquely positioned to lead the way toward a unified and prosperous future. | In this moment of transformation, the GACC was launched with a distingu…

nosihle (2025-01-27). Matric results queries should be directed to SACAI, says Umalusi. sanews.gov.za Matric results queries should be directed to SACAI, says Umalusi | Umalusi has advised learners and parents to direct their queries regarding the assessment outcomes of the 2024 National Senior Certificate (NSC) exam to the South African Comprehensive Assessment Institute (SACAI). | | These queries include concerns relating to the costs of and timeliness for viewing, re-marking or re-checking of examination scripts, re-writing of examinations and other NSC exam-related processes. | Umalusi is the Council for Quality Assurance in General and Further Education and Training in South Africa. It is responsible for ensu…

NEOB (2025-01-27). Tshwane spaza shop owners reminded of registration deadline. sanews.gov.za Tshwane spaza shop owners reminded of registration deadline | The City of Tshwane is urging spaza shop and food-handling facilities to register their businesses with the municipality. | This as the deadline for registering all spaza shops and food-handling facilities is approaching on February 28. | | "Last year, the national government gave spaza shops and food-handling facilities 21 days to register with their respective municipalities to ensure compliance with by-laws. The registration deadline was later extended from 17 December 2024 to 28 February 2025 by the Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditiona…

Abdullah Jallow (2025-01-27). North African Jews- Brief dialogue with Ohad Merlin. salaficentre.com In The Name of Allah, The Most Merciful, The Bestower of Mercy. Allah [The Most High] said: ŸäŸéŸÄŸ∞Ÿìÿ£ŸéŸäŸëŸè€ÅŸéÿß Ÿ±ŸÑŸëŸéÿ∞ŸêŸäŸÜŸé ÿ°Ÿéÿߟ֟éŸÜŸèŸàÿßŸí ŸÉŸèŸàŸÜŸèŸàÿߟ&iacu…

The Independent (2025-01-27). Collin Sekajugo shortlisted for Shs130m prize. independent.co.ug The Norval Sovereign African Art Prize aims to support leading artists ART | AGENCIES | Ugandan artist Collin Sekajugo has been shortlisted among finalists for the 2025 Norval Sovereign African Art Prize. The Norval Foundation and The Sovereign Art Foundation (SAF) on Jan.10 revealed the names of 29 artists shortlisted as finalists. The Norval Sovereign African …

The Independent (2025-01-27). 'People who don't use AI will be replaced with people who do'. independent.co.ug INTERVIEW | Zain Verjee, an executive fellow at the Digital Data and Design Institute at Harvard University, is co-founder of an AI and communications consultancy, and hosts the podcast series Embedded. She talks to the African Business' Omar Ben Yedder about the future of AI and technology adoption in Africa, two of the key themes of …

Gabisile (2025-01-27). Solar project makes strides in W Cape. sanews.gov.za Solar project makes strides in W Cape | The Riversdale solar energy project, which is set to bring reliable, affordable and renewable energy, is making satisfactory progress, says Western Cape Premier Alan Winde. | The multimillion-rand energy initiative is currently under construction in Riversdale, located in the Southern Cape, following a sod-turning ceremony in September 2024. | Riversdale, a growing hub of economic activity and job creation, is located along the N2 highway in the Hessequa region between Cape Town and George. The town is mainly agriculturally oriented, and is recognised as a hub for shopping…

A A (2025-01-27). Auschwitz's hierarchies of villains and victims. strategic-culture.su It is necessary to remember all the victims of imperialism, not only in Auschwitz but also in Afghanistan, Algeria, Angola and countless other places like Bengal and Vietnam, Declan Hayes writes. | Join us on , , and .

Olivia Barber (2025-01-27). Rachel Reeves 'absolutely happy' to look at joining tariff-free EU trade group. leftfootforward.org The chancellor Rachel Reeves has said she would be 'absolutely happy' to look into the UK government joining the Pan-Euro-Mediterranean (PEM) convention. | At the World Economic Forum in Davos last week, EU trade commissioner Maro≈° ≈ efƒçoviƒç said that the EU is open to the UK joining the PEM convention to strengthen trade relations. | The PEM Convention, which includes the EU and 24 other countries, including Norway, Algeria, and Ukraine, simplifies trade by allowing products to preserve their "origin status" when goods are processed across multiple countries within t…

Staff (2025-01-27). Defendiendo los derechos sexuales y reproductivos en Cuba desde el servicio de orientación jurídica del CENESEX. cubadebate.cu La pasada semana estuvimos presentando los Servicios de Orientación Jurídica para Poblaciones Claves que desarrolla actualmente PROSALUD con incidencia en cada una de las provincias. En esta ocasión nos acercamos a otro de los Servicios de Orientación Jurídica que se llevan a cabo en el país, pero esta vez desde CENESEX.

Francisco Dominguez, Roger D. Harris, Popular Resistance. (2025-01-27). US Media Promotes Military Intervention In Venezuela. popularresistance.org The New York Times, the so-called US "newspaper of record," carried an opinion piece by one of its columnists promoting "military intervention" to promote "democracy" by overturning the democratically elected government of Venezuela. | The central tenet of the NYT piece is that the moral basis for deposing the current president is clear because it claims that he stole the election, terrorizes his opponents, and brutalizes his people with no sign of letting up, much less letting go. Every other option for political change, it contends, has been attempted. Not only that, but Venezuela maintains friendly relations w…

Carlos Sirah, Black Agenda Report. (2025-01-27). Dispatch: Through The Fire. popularresistance.org Unprecedented January wildfires devastate Los Angeles, as communities face both natural disaster and militarized state response. The Eaton Fire displaces numerous families in the Pasadena-Altadena area, including multigenerational Black households who have built lives in these neighborhoods for decades. Among them, the Edwards family stands displaced from their home of 32 years. | For those seeking to support impacted community members, the Edwards family's GoFundMe, provides direct aid to one of many displaced households fighting to survive. A broader directory of displaced Black families seeking support can be…

newarab (2025-01-27). 'This is our land': Palestinians rush to homes in northern Gaza. newarab.com For the first time in 15 months of Israel's genocidal war and forced displacement, Along the coastal Rashid Street, the scene resembled a flood—with waves upon waves of families carrying their belongings and rushing to return to their homes. | This historic return unfolded against the backdrop of U…

Caitlin Johnstone (2025-01-27). One More Dead Palestinian Kid. thealtworld.com They Laila al-Khatib was shot in the head by Israeli forces in Jenin, because I guess they needed one more dead Palestinian kid. | One more dead Palestinian kid to add to the mountain. | One more small Palestinian face raining down upon us in our nightmares like meteors on the dinosaurs in the prequel to this apocalypse. | One more screaming, blood-spattered mother. | One more grandfather with boulders for feet carrying the tiny shrouded for…

presstv.ir (2025-01-27). 'Unprecedented cruelty': War monitor says HTS militants executed 35 Syrians in 3 days. presstv.ir Militants affiliated with the HTS government in Syria have carried out 35 summary executions over the past 72 hours, a UK-based war monitor says.

Staff (2025-01-27). "Anxiety and Fear": Immigrants Under Attack as Trump Militarizes Border, Ramps Up Deportation Flights. democracynow.org A dramatic standoff between the U.S. and Colombia unfolded Sunday with Colombian President Gustavo Petro turning back two U.S. military planes that were carrying deported migrants in shackles, saying immigrants should be treated with dignity. The two countries then traded tariff threats before announcing a deal in which Colombia would begin accepting flights of deported migrants. Meanwhile, Trump has sent 1,500 active-duty troops to the U.S.-Mexico border, further militarizing the region. "We're very, very concerned," says immigration activist Fernando García of the El Paso, Texas-based Border N…

Elsy Fors Garzon (2025-01-27). Workers denounce strong cuts in Argentina. plenglish.com In a statement, the general secretary of ATE, Rodolfo Aguiar, warned that the Executive intends to deepen the cuts with measures such as the elimination and merger of decentralized entities. | If this were carried out, basic and essential services would not be guaranteed. The 800 million dollars that the reduction of taxes on the countryside implies cannot be compensated with the massive dismissal of state employees and the closure of public organizations. This will necessarily have an absolutely negative social impact, he said. | By dint of cutting and not observing essential rights, in 2024 the Government reduc…

Amy Goodman (2025-01-27). Trump Militarizes Border, Ramps Up Deportation Flights in Immigration Crackdown. truthout.org A dramatic standoff between the U.S. and Colombia unfolded Sunday with Colombian President Gustavo Petro turning back two U.S. military planes that were carrying deported migrants in shackles, saying immigrants should be treated with dignity. The two countries then traded tariff threats before announcing a deal in which Colombia would begin accepting flights of deported migrants. Meanwhile… |

Ileana Ferrer Fonte (2025-01-27). Venezuelan police take control of Sucre municipality. plenglish.com Caracas, Jan 27 (Prensa Latina) The Venezuelan Ministry of Internal Relations, Justice, and Peace informed that units of the Bolivarian National Police Corps and the Armed Forces took control of Sucre municipality, in northern Miranda state, as part of operations to bring peace to that territory.

Roger Harris (2025-01-27). Maduro Assumes a Third Term: Prospects and Problematics for Venezuela. counterpunch.org The first thing greeting me as I disembarked from my flight in Caracas was a wanted poster for one Edmundo González Urrutia. The reward was $100,000. Not to be outdone, the US had slapped a $25 million bounty on the head of President Maduro and lesser amounts on other Venezuelan leaders. Both González and the

Josiah Mortimer (2025-01-27). Nigel Farage's Latest NHS Comments Spark Fresh Scrutiny of Reform UK's Health Policy. bylinetimes.com Reform UK's leader Nigel Farage says he is "open to anything" when it comes to replacing Britain's NHS with "an insurance-based model". | The Clacton MP told LBC on Sunday the French healthcare system could be a model for Britain's NHS, appearing to back a move "where you pay in to effectively an insurance scheme." | It is the latest in a series of comments on the health service which put him at odds with the British public, despite Reform UK's recent climb in the polls. | Reform UK's 2024 manifesto — or "contract" — called for tax relief of 20% on all private healthcare and insurance, effectively…

Michelle Begue (2025-01-27). Colombians react to Trump's tariff threats after deportation conflict. america.cgtn.com The United States and Colombia have calmed down after coming close to a trade war on Sunday, Jan. 26. The two countries came to an agreement on Colombia's acceptance of a military aircraft carrying deported migrants. | But the threat that the U.S. would retaliate with tariffs and sanctions has left a lot of worry among Colombian citizens. | CGTN's Michelle Begue report.

Staff (2025-01-27). Rusia tras quedar fuera de las celebraciones por los 80 años de la liberación de Auschwitz: "Fue el soldado soviético quien derrotó este mal" cubadebate.cu Rusia no fue invitada al 80. ∫ aniversario de la liberación por las tropas soviéticas del campo de concentración nazi de Auschwitz, que se celebra este lunes en Polonia con la participación de representantes de 54 países, incluidos el presidente de Francia, Emmanuel Macron; el canciller y el presidente de Alemania, Olaf Scholz y Frank-Walter Steinmeier; el rey del Reino Unido, Carlos III; y el rey de España, Felipe VI.

Ileana Ferrer Fonte (2025-01-27). Cubans in Argentina reaffirm support for the revolutionary process. plenglish.com Buenos Aires, Jan 27 (Prensa Latina) The Union of Cuban Residents in Argentina (URCA) has reaffirmed its support for the revolutionary process in the Caribbean nation and demanded the end of aggressions perpetrated by the United States.

María Candela (2025-01-27). Estar listos para la defensa y preservar la paz. radiohc.cu Sin abandonar planes esenciales de la economía y los servicios, los cubanos desplegaron la semana anterior ejercicios considerados cardinales para consolidar la defensa del país, proceso que incumbe a los organismos armados y a la población.

María Candela (2025-01-27). La luz de Caridad. radiohc.cu Coincidimos en los caminos de la radio. El arte vibraba en la maestría y el talento simpar de Caridad Martínez González. Aprendimos de la humildad de una mujer enorme, amante de la música y con la palabra precisa para corregir cualquier obra radial. Inició su vida en la radio como copista y se consagró en el olimpo de las más importantes directoras de programas dramatizados en la historia de la Radio Cubana.

Pablo Rafael Fuentes (2025-01-27). Cubanos en Argentina reiteran respaldo al proceso revolucionario. radiohc.cu La Habana, 27 ene (RHC) La Unión de Residentes Cubanos en Argentina (URCA) ratificó su respaldo al proceso revolucionario en la nación caribeña y exigió el fin de las agresiones sostenidas hoy por Estados Unidos.

A A (2025-01-27). The green agenda is about getting rid of as many humans as possible. strategic-culture.su For those that are attempting to fight climate change, fighting population growth is one of their number one goals. They tell us that on average each additional human produces approximately 4 tons of carbon dioxide per year. So many true believers in this agenda are convinced that reducing population growth is the most important thing that they can do for the environment.

Pressenza New York (2025-01-27). US Media Promotes Military Intervention in Venezuela. pressenza.com The New York Times, the so-called US "newspaper of record," carried an opinion piece by one of its columnists promoting "military intervention" to promote "democracy" by overturning the democratically elected government of Venezuela. | By Francisco Dominguez and Roger D. Harris | The central tenet of the NYT piece is that the moral basis for deposing the current president is clear because it claims that he stole the election, terrorizes his opponents, and brutalizes his people with no sign of letting up, much less letting go. Every other option for political change, it contends, has been attempted. Not only that,…

RONALD MUSOKE (2025-01-27). 'Ignorance behind most misuse of wetlands'. independent.co.ug Sand mining, construction, car washing appear to be main problem — experts say ANALYSIS | RONALD MUSOKE | Ignorance or lack of awareness is the main cause of growing degradation and encroachment of critical wetlands in Uganda. That is the main finding by researchers from the Regional Centre for Mapping of Resources for Development (RCMRD) on …

_____ (2025-01-27). (Castellano) Educación, Patrimonio y Cultura de Paz. transcend.org Hablar de patrimonio es hablar de todo aquello con lo que se cuenta, y en este sentido, el tema obliga también a considerar todo lo que se perdió, ya por descuido, por saqueo o por destrucción, y en esa línea de pensamiento no hay carencia de ejemplos en la historia y la geografía.

Staff (2025-01-27). Oficina Nacional de Administración Tributaria alerta sobre obligación de abrir y operar la Cuenta Bancaria Fiscal. cubadebate.cu La ONAT es la entidad encargada, por sus funciones, de revisar y controlar el uso de las cuentas bancarias fiscales, tanto su apertura como las operaciones a través de ellas, y los contribuyentes que no hagan uso de las mismas serán sancionados según la legislación tributaria vigente, ya que constituye una infracción.

Staff (2025-01-27). CELAC ratifica reunión de urgencia para analizar política migratoria de Trump. cubadebate.cu Honduras ratificó hoy la convocatoria de urgencia de una reunión de la Comunidad de Estados Latinoamericanos y Caribeños (CELAC) para analizar el tema de las deportaciones masivas adoptadas por el gobierno del presidente norteamericano Donald Trump. El encuentro de presidentes de la Celac se mantiene para el próximo jueves en formato híbrido.

newarab (2025-01-27). US teacher on leave after calling Palestinian child an extremist. newarab.com A public teacher in Pennsylvania was put on leave after allegedly calling a Palestinian American middle school student an extremist, the school district and a Muslim advocacy group said. | Why it's important | Human rights advocates say there has been a Key quotes | The Central Dauphin School District said on Saturday it had l…

Hugo GABBERO (2025-01-27). Urgent call to confirm the suspension of Azerbaijan's PACE credentials at winter session 2025. fidh.org In a joint letter, human rights organisations, including the International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) and the World Organisation Against Torture (OMCT), within the framework of the Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders, call the members of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE) to uphold the suspension of Azerbaijan's credentials for 2025, as escalating repression of civil society in the country violates the principles of the Council of Europe (…) | – |

Javier Arana Villasusa (2025-01-27). China on alert due to cold wave and extreme weather. plenglish.com Beijing, Jan 27 (Prensa Latina) China's Central Meteorological Observatory today issued a yellow alert for snowstorms, which will affect several regions of the country over the next few hours.

SKWAWKBOX (2025-01-27). Video: Honduran President Castro threatens to close US military bases if Trump expels Hondurans. skwawkbox.org Honduras joins Colombia in standing up to Trump's bullying and posturing, as Trump tries to bully Denmark into giving up Greenland Honduran president Xiomara Castro has become the latest national leader from Central and South America to stand up to microwaved US president Donald Trump's bullying and posturing. Earlier on Sunday, Colombian premier Gustavo Petro …

Staff (2025-01-27). Presidente Díaz-Canel expresa apoyo de Cuba a Gustavo Petro. cubadebate.cu El primer secretario del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba y presidente de la República, Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, expresó el apoyo de la Isla al mandatario colombiano, Gustavo Petro, ante una nueva manifestación de arbitrariedad y chantaje de la Administración de Donald Trump.

aljazeera (2025-01-27). 'Declaration of war': M23 rebels claim seizing key DR Congo city of Goma. aljazeera.com Witnesses say they saw rebels enter centre of eastern city of Goma amid gunfire, as UN calls for an end to offensive.

aljazeera (2025-01-27). 'Declaration of war': M23 rebels claim to have captured key DR Congo city. aljazeera.com Witnesses say they saw rebels enter centre of eastern city of Goma amid gunfire, as UN calls for an end to offensive.

The Independent (2025-01-27). M23: We have captured GOMA city. independent.co.ug Goma, DRC | THE INDEPENDENT | The March 23 Movement (M23) rebels have announced the capture of Goma city in North Kivu province, eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. The fall of Goma in the early hours of Monday morning followed fierce fighting between the rebels and the Armed Forces of the Democratic Republic of Congo …

WSWS (2025-01-27). UAW officials defy strike mandate by Detroit Axle workers, move to ram through sellout deal. wsws.org Rank-and-file workers expressed their anger and disgust over the decision by the United Auto Workers bureaucracy to run roughshod over their democratic will.

Staff (2025-01-27). Headlines for January 27, 2025. democracynow.org Trump Accused of Backing Ethnic Cleansing After Calling for "Clean Out" of Gaza, Tens of Thousands of Palestinians Head Home to North Gaza, Hamas Releases 4 More Israeli Soldiers as Israel Frees 200 Palestinian Prisoners, Israeli Soldiers Shoot and Kill 2-Year-Old Palestinian Laila Muhammad Ayman al-Khatib in West Bank, Israel Fires on Displaced Lebanese Returning to Their Homes as It Continues to Violate Truce, U.S. Freezes All International Aid, Except Military Funding to Israel and Egypt, JD Vance Breaks Senate Tie to Confirm Pete Hegseth as Defense Secretary, Trump Fires Slew of Independent Federa…

Staff (2025-01-27). Egypt, Jordan Reject Trump Plan to "Clean Out" Gaza; Palestinians Return to N. Gaza in Historic Day. democracynow.org As survivors in Gaza begin to return to their homes during the first ceasefire in over a year, we speak to Sharif Abdel Kouddous of Drop Site News about the future of those who have been displaced. As Palestinians are "returning to a devastated landscape … determined not to leave their land" in defiance of "plans of ethnic cleansing that have dated back to the 1950s for Israel," President Trump told reporters that he wants to "clean out" Gaza, suggesting that Palestinian Arabs should be ethnically cleansed into Egypt and Jordan. Both countries have "rejected this, and t…

Human Rights Watch (2025-01-27). Egypt: Declining Funding Undermines Education. hrw.org Click to expand Image | An Egyptian teacher instructs students on the first day of the academic year at Orman school, in Cairo, Egypt, September 22, 2024. | © 2024 Mohamed Abd El Ghany/Reuters | (Beirut) — Egyptian authorities have severely undermined the right to education in recent years by failing to allocate sufficient budgetary resources, Human Rights Watch said today. The government has reduced the national budget for education in real terms and as a percentage of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and expenditure, further exacerbating a crisis of poor-quality education, a shortage of adequately tra…

Amy Goodman (2025-01-27). Egypt and Jordan Reject Trump's Plan to "Clean Out" Gaza. truthout.org As survivors in Gaza begin to return to their homes during the first ceasefire in over a year, we speak to Sharif Abdel Kouddous of Drop Site News about the future of those who have been displaced. As Palestinians are "returning to a devastated landscape … determined not to leave their land" in defiance of "plans of ethnic cleansing that have dated back to the 1950s for Israel… |

APR editor (2025-01-27). Trump's 'ethnic cleansing' Gaza idea dismissed by analysts — rejected by Jordan, Egypt on 'Day of Return'. asiapacificreport.nz Asia Pacific Report UN President Donald Trump's idea of mass expulsion of Palestinians in Gaza to Jordan and Egypt has been dismissed by analysts as unacceptable "ethnic cleansing" and rejected by the governments of both neigbouring countries. Middle East analyst Mouin Rabbani, a nonresident research fellow at the Middle East Council on Global Affairs and…

Staff (2025-01-27). Israel allows Palestinians to return to northern Gaza as Netzarim corridor reopens after over a year. haaretz.com LEBANON: Dozens wounded by IDF fire in southern Lebanon, as Israeli withdrawal delayed over cease-fire disputes ‚ñ GAZA: Egypt has informed the U.S. that it rejects President Trump's proposal to transfer Palestinians from the Gaza Strip to its territory ‚ñ HOSTAGE DEAL: Arbel Yehoud, Agam Berger and third hostage to be released Thursday, PM's office says…

The Independent (2025-01-27). Hamas rejects Trump's relocation proposal. independent.co.ug GAZA | Xinhua | Hamas on Sunday rejected U.S. President Donald Trump's proposal to relocate Palestinians from the Gaza Strip to Egypt and Jordan. In a press statement, Hamas described the plan as an "aggressive scheme" aimed at displacing Palestinians and undermining their national cause. Hamas said that the Palestinian people, who have endured "genocide …

newarab (2025-01-27). Egypt, Jordan reject forced displacement of Palestinians. newarab.com Egypt and Jordan on Sunday rejected the forced displacement of Palestinians, after US President Donald Egypt's foreign ministry in a statement expressed Cairo's "continued support for the steadfastness of the Palestinian people on their land". | It "rejected any infringement on those inalienable rights, whether by settlement or annexation of land, or by the depopulation of that land of its people through dis…

Staff (2025-01-27). Pressure Grows to Free Egyptian Activist Alaa Abd El-Fattah & Stop Harassment of Hossam Bahgat. democracynow.org We discuss the cases of two of Egypt's most prominent political activists, Hossam Bahgat and Alaa Abd El-Fattah, who have both been persecuted by the Egyptian government for exposing its human rights abuses. Bahgat is facing a new round of harassment from Egyptian security forces, while El-Fattah remains in prison past his expected release. El-Fattah's mother, the Cairo University professor Laila Soueif, has been on hunger strike for nearly four months in the U.K., where both she and her son have dual citizenship, demanding that the British government pressure Egypt for El-Fattah's freedom. &#82…

newarab (2025-01-27). Egypt passes communication surveillance law amid privacy concern. newarab.com In a move viewed by experts and free speech advocates as arguably legalisation of an already present situation, Egypt On 13 January, the lower house of the parliament passed an amendment to Article 79 of the

newarab (2025-01-27). Is state media control in Egypt too costly to maintain. newarab.com An intelligence-affiliated media company has recently turned in two public television channels, throwing light on the high cost of state control over the media in United Media Services, a media company founded by the

tvbrics (2025-01-27). Ethiopia earns US$908 million from coffee exports in last six months. tvbrics.com This was possible due to a significant increase in production and productivity in the industry…

Ryan Cristián (2025-01-27). Israel Uses Bibas Kids (Killed By IDF) To Violate Ceasefire & Stargate Is Operation Warp Speed 2.0. thelastamericanvagabond.com Welcome to The Daily Wrap Up, a concise show dedicated to bringing you the most relevant independent news, as we see it, from the last 24 hours (1/26/25). As always, take the information discussed in the video below and research it for yourself, and come to your own conclusions. Anyone telling you what the truth

Pacific Media Watch (2025-01-27). PNG media policy 'new era journalism' draft law ready, says Masiu. asiapacificreport.nz NBC News in Port Moresby Papua New Guinea's cabinet has officially given the green light to the PNG media policy, which will soon be presented to Parliament for formal enactment. Minister for Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Timothy Masiu believes this policy will address ongoing concerns about sensationalism, ethical standards, and the portrayal of violence…

Nicholas Mwangi, People's Dispatch. (2025-01-27). Kenya Deploys 200 More Police Officers To Haiti As Crisis Escalates. popularresistance.org Kenya has deployed another batch of 217 police officers to Haiti, adding to the 400 sent last year as part of a "multinational mission" aimed at addressing the country's deepening crisis of gang violence. The intervention aims to protect critical infrastructure and conduct "targeted operations" alongside the Haitian National Police, however, there are significant doubts about its effectiveness in resolving the systemic challenges plaguing Haiti. | On October 2, 2024, the United Nations Security Council authorized this year-long, Kenyan-led security intervention to purportedly combat gang violence and restore stab…

Maxime Duriez (2025-01-27). Italy's failure to surrender Libyan suspect to the International Criminal Court is a breach of its Rome Statute obligation. fidh.org

Human Rights Watch (2025-01-27). Libya: Civic Space Crushed. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Libyan security forces stand guard in Tripoli, Libya, August 16, 2023. | © 2023 Yousef Murad/AP Photo | Libyan authorities have used a litany of overbroad and draconian legacy laws that violate international law to threaten, harass, arbitrarily detain, and attack civil society members and activists.Targeting nongovernmental organizations risks completely closing the space for free assembly and association in the country. Many activists are self-censoring or leaving the country.The authorities in both administrations vying for control of Libya should cease targeting civic groups and…

newarab (2025-01-27). Will a strategic partnership strengthen Russia and Iran's ties. newarab.com On 17 January, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian held a This agreement formalised Russia and Iran's commitments to expanding

Alfred de Zayas (2025-01-27). Second World Summit for Social Development. counterpunch.org Pursuant to General Assembly Resolution 78/261 of 26 February 2024, a "Second World Summit for Social Development" (WSSD2) was launched, to be held in Doha, Quatar on 4 to 6 November 2025[1]. H.E. Mr. Philippe Kridelka, Permanent Representative of Belgium to the United Nations, and H.E. Mr. Omar Hilale, Permanent Representative of the Kingdom of Morocco to the United

newarab (2025-01-27). Morocco AWI Islamist group challenges monarchy's 'legitimacy'. newarab.com

tvbrics (2025-01-27). Nigeria to increase its daily oil production to 2.062 million barrels per day in 2025. tvbrics.com Nigeria invests US$6.7 billion in energy sector, gas production, and renewable growth…

progressive.international (2025-01-27). What's next for the Nigerian left? progressive.international The potential for the left to transform Nigeria's political landscape remains a question.

John P. Ruehl (2025-01-27). The Venetian Republic Offers Powerful Lessons to an American One in Need of Repair. counterpunch.org Over more than a thousand years, Venice transformed from a modest refuge into a dominant Mediterranean power. Despite various crises and encircling empires, the Venetian Republic avoided foreign rule, revolution, and collapse. It developed an adaptable and efficient political system, building on its semi-independence from the 5th century until Napoleon's conquest in 1797. In an

presstv.ir (2025-01-27). Lebanese continue to fearlessly march home in south despite Israeli aggression. presstv.ir As people pitched tents and spent the night on the outskirts of their villages in southern Lebanon, thousands more marched on Monday, determined to force the Israeli army to retreat.

newarab (2025-01-27). Israel kills 22 in south Lebanon as residents retake some towns. newarab.com This live blog has now ended. Make sure to follow us for the latest news on The Lebanese health ministry said the Israeli army opened fire on Sunday on southern Lebanese residents trying to

Giorgia Valente (2025-01-27). Israel's South Lebanon Buffer Zone Proposal Sparks Debate as Border Violence Erupts. themedialine.org

Ben Samuels (2025-01-27). Israel-Hezbollah cease-fire agreement extended until February 18, White House says. haaretz.com The U.S. extended the cease-fire after the IDF delayed its withdrawal from southern Lebanon, citing the Lebanese army's unpreparedness. Hundreds of Lebanese residents attempted to return home, with over 21 killed by IDF fire on Sunday…

Staff (2025-01-27). Israel allows Palestinians to return to northern Gaza as Netzarim corridor reopens after over a year. haaretz.com LEBANON: Dozens wounded by IDF fire in southern Lebanon, as Israeli withdrawal delayed over cease-fire disputes ‚ñ GAZA: German Foreign Ministry says 'Palestinian population must not be expelled from Gaza' ‚ñ HOSTAGE DEAL: Arbel Yehoud, Agam Berger and third hostage to be released Thursday, PM's office says…

newarab (2025-01-27). Lebanon-Israel ceasefire deal extended till Feb 18: White House. newarab.com The US said on Sunday that the agreement between Lebanon and Israel would remain in effect until February 18, after Israel said on Friday it would keep troops in the south beyond the Sunday deadline set out in a US-brokered ceasefire that halted last year's war with "The arrangement between Lebanon and Israel, monitored by the United States, will continue to be in effect until February 18, 2025," the White House said in a It also sa…

newarab (2025-01-27). 'Baptism of blood' forces Israeli withdrawal from south Lebanon. newarab.com The Israeli army Lebanon's Ministry of Public Health reported on Sunday that at least 124 others were injured as the Israeli army fired on people attempting to return to their homes. | The mass…

Catherine Churchill (2025-01-27). The Weekly Round Up: Southport Attacker Sentenced, Fault-based Divorce in the ECHR, & Trump Sworn In. ukhumanrightsblog.com In UK News Axel Rudakubana, who murdered three children at a dance class in Southport earlier this year, pleaded guilty last week and has been sentenced to a minimum of 52 years. He unexpectedly pleaded guilty to all charges last Monday, including weapons and terrorism offences. Mr Justice Goose stated in his sentencing remarks that …

aljazeera (2025-01-27). Duck DNA, bird feathers found in ill-fated Jeju Air jet engines: Probe. aljazeera.com Both engines of Boeing 737-800 jet contained DNA from Baikal teals, a migratory duck that flies to South Korea.

The Independent (2025-01-27). S. Korean prosecution indicts President Yoon on insurrection charg. independent.co.ug SEOUL | Xinhua | South Korea's prosecution indicted arrested President Yoon Suk-yeol on an insurrection charge, multiple media outlets reported on Sunday. Yoon was put on trial in custody as the suspected ringleader of insurrection, becoming the country's first incumbent president to be formally arrested and indicted. Yoon was accused of conspiring with former Defense …

Elsadig Elsheikh (2025-01-27). Sudan: Debt, Maldevelopment, and the Challenge of Stability. cadtm.org At the time of writing, Sudan remains at a dangerous crossroads. It can either be a state ruled by its diverse citizens' desire for the rule of law, equitable and sustainable development, democratization, and justice for all, or it can fragment into "bantustans" along regional and ethnic cleavages. For most of its independent political history, Sudan has been torn between two visions and forces. The colonized political elite lacked the imagination to build a nation beyond coloniality, while (…) | – | / |

presstv.ir (2025-01-27). At least 70 Sudanese massacred as RSF insurgents attack hospital in besieged El Fasher. presstv.ir Sudanese insurgents have attacked the only functioning hospital in the besieged city of El Fasher, massacring about 70 civilians, and injuring another 19.

_____ (2025-01-27). Sudanese journalist Yahya Hamad Fadlallah dies after army arrest. alaraby.co.uk

newarab (2025-01-27). Sudan's army chief visits HQ after recapture from paramilitaries. newarab.com "Our forces are in their best condition,"

newarab (2025-01-27). Tunisia parliament seeks to legalise deportation of migrants. newarab.com In The move follows government claims last year of success in the "voluntary" repatriation of more than 7,000 migrants. However, rights groups have expressed…

The Independent (2025-01-27). Centenary Bank Commits Shs200m to Rotary conference. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Centenary Bank has pledged support to the upcoming Rotary District Conference and Assemblies for D9213 and D9214. The D9213 conference will draw Rotarians and Rotaractors from all over the country to discuss various items on their agenda and celebrate the milestones achieved in community service. Rtn Anne Nkutu, the District …

The Independent (2025-01-27). EC sets March 13th for Kawempe North by-election. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Electoral Commission (EC) has set Thursday, 13th March 2025 as the polling day for the Kawempe North by-election. Justice Simon Byabakama, the Electoral Commission Chairperson made the announcement on Monday morning at Tick Hotel, Kawempe, during a stakeholder meeting that included local leaders, political leaders, political party representatives, …

Our Reporter (2025-01-27). Chief Magistrate Decries Impostors at Buganda Road Court. plusnews.ug Buganda Road Court Chief Magistrate, Ronald Kayizzi has expressed concern over rampant extortion at the court by impostors aiming to defraud unsuspecting justice seekers. Speaking at the launch of the Small Claims Procedure on Monday at Buganda Road Court in Kampala, Kayizzi noted, "I have never seen a court that has impostors like Buganda Road Court." …

Our Reporter (2025-01-27). License Cancellation: Shakti, CN Sugar Apply for Stay of Execution Orders. plusnews.ug Shakti Sugar Limited and CN Sugar Limited have filed a notice of appeal and an application seeking an interim stay of execution in the High Court. The companies are suing the Uganda Sugar Manufacturers Association (USMA) Ltd. According to court documents, Shakti Sugar Limited and CN Sugar Limited are seeking an interim order to stay the …

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Editor (2025-01-26). New ICJ President a Christian Zionist Influenced by End Times Theology. scheerpost.com By Max Blumenthal / The Grayzone With new countries joining South Africa's case accusing Israel of committing genocide in the Gaza Strip, and a ceasefire potentially enabling war crimes investigators to gather fresh evidence of Israeli atrocities, a leadership shakeup at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) threatens to undermine the campaign for legal accountability. The ICJ's …

Janine (2025-01-26). SA film's Oscar nomination highlights wildlife heroes. sanews.gov.za SA film's Oscar nomination highlights wildlife heroes | The Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Dr Dion George, has congratulated the creators of the short film, The Last Ranger. | The film has been nominated in the Best Live Action Short Film category of the 97th Academy Awards. | George, who recently attended a ranger course at the Southern African Wildlife College in order to better understand the work of rangers, highlighted how timeous the Oscar nomination comes as the department intensifies the fight against wildlife poaching. | "I wish to congratulate the team behind this important body o…

Patrick Bond (2025-01-26). Trouble at the tip of the Belt and Road: South Africa's largest industrial mega-project meets eco-social resistance. cadtm.org

EDWIN (2025-01-26). Cabinet Lekgotla to take place this week. sanews.gov.za Cabinet Lekgotla to take place this week | The Cabinet Lekgotla will take place on 29 and 30 January 2025 at the Sefako Makgatho Presidential Guest House, in Pretoria. | President Cyril Ramaphosa will convene the meeting which is expected to be attended by the leadership structures representing all spheres of government. | The outcomes of the meeting will chart a way forward for the year to be announced by the President during his State of the Nation Address (SONA). | This year's SONA will be held on Thursday, 6 February 2025 at 19: 00. | President Ramaphosa has requested the Speaker of the National Assembly, T…

EDWIN (2025-01-26). DPME Minister welcomes signing into law of Expropriation Bill. sanews.gov.za DPME Minister welcomes signing into law of Expropriation Bill | The Minister in the Presidency for Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation Maropene Ramokgopa has welcomed the signing into law of the Expropriation Bill, saying it signals an "unequivocal step in South Africa's spatial transformation". | On Friday, President Cyril Ramaphosa signed into law the Expropriation Bill, which sets out how organs of State may expropriate land in the public interest for varied reasons. | Over the past few years, the South African government has been implementing measures to transform the spatial geography of South Africa. | T…

EDWIN (2025-01-26). Gauteng police rescue kidnapped nine-year-old boy. sanews.gov.za Gauteng police rescue kidnapped nine-year-old boy | Police in Gauteng, together with private security companies, on Friday rescued a nine-year-old boy who had been kidnapped for four days in Laudium, in Tshwane. | Five suspects, who are Pakistan and Afghanistan nationals aged between 24 and 37, were arrested. | The suspects are expected to appear before the Atteridgeville Magistrate's Court on Monday. | The boy, whose parents are from Afghanistan, was forcefully taken from the house of the father's friend in Laudium on Tuesday. | The suspects called the parents demanding a ransom. | "A team comprising of South A…

EDWIN (2025-01-26). Jet fuel secured for OR Tambo International Airport. sanews.gov.za Jet fuel secured for OR Tambo International Airport | The Department of Transport has announced that the fuels industry and its stakeholders have in total secured the 121.1 million litres of jet fuel needed at OR Tambo International Airport (ORTIA). | This is until the National Petroleum Refiners of South Africa (NATREF) refinery opens its doors at the end of February 2025. | The announcement follows an urgent meeting convened by the Minister of Transport, Barbara Creecy, last Friday with the relevant fuel industry stakeholders to resolve jet fuel shortages. | The meeting was attended by Airport Company South Afr…

Janine (2025-01-26). G20 Working Group commits to tackling financing for development. sanews.gov.za G20 Working Group commits to tackling financing for development | The first 2025 G20 Development Working Group (DWG) meeting, which took place this week, was characterised by robust discussions aimed at tackling global development challenges. | This is according to the Department of Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation. | The meeting, which was held from 20 to 23 January, was officially opened by Minister in the Presidency, Maropene Ramokgopa, who emphasised the importance of fostering global solidarity, equality, and sustainable development to create a future characterised by resilience, inclusivity, and sustaina…

Janine (2025-01-26). Trade, Industry and Competition unpacks Transformation Fund. sanews.gov.za Trade, Industry and Competition unpacks Transformation Fund | The Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (the dtic) says the Transformation Fund is a critical initiative that advances South Africa's constitutional commitment to economic redress and inclusive growth, which the dtic is bound by. | Rooted in Section 9(2) of the Constitution, it aims to promote shared equality through legislative and other measures to empower black-owned enterprises and small, medium, and microenterprises (SMMEs). | The fund also reflects the statement of intent of the Government of National Unity (GNU), which emphasises fost…

The Independent (2025-01-26). What Trump's return means for Africa. independent.co.ug America has long viewed the continent mainly through the lens of corporate interests and that's unlikely to change COMMENT | ADEKEYE ADEBAJO | U.S. President Joe Biden's end of 2024 trip to Angola was only his second to Africa, following his appearance at the 2022 United Nations Climate Change Conference in Sharm El-Sheikh. Coming near the …

Roger D. Harris, Popular Resistance. (2025-01-26). President Maduro Assumes A Third Term: Prospects And Problematics. popularresistance.org The first thing greeting me as I disembarked from my flight in Caracas was a wanted poster for one Edmundo González Urrutia. The reward was $100,000. Not to be outdone, the US had slapped a $25 million bounty on the head of President Maduro and lesser amounts on other Venezuelan leaders. | Both González and the incumbent president, Nicolás Maduro, claimed that he would be the one to be inaugurated in two days. I had come to accompany the inauguration and for the concurrent antifascist festival.

Rupert Read, DeSmog. (2025-01-26). The Coming Climate Uncertainty Conundrum. popularresistance.org This piece is about what we talk about when we talk about 'climate change.' | Mostly, whether in the campaigning world or the policy world, the tech world or the business world, the everyday world or the world of international summitry, we mainly talk about cutting carbon emissions. And if we talk about impacts, we talk about the impacts of global heating, plus the impacts of the growing chaos. | But we don't talk enough about climate impacts, our vulnerability to them, let alone how to prepare adequately for them, or to tackle them 'upstream' before they land or get worse.

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2025-01-26). Mayo Clinic accelerates personalized medicine through foundation models with Microsoft Research and Cerebras Systems. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org ROCHESTER, Minn. — Mayo Clinic today unveiled separate groundbreaking collaborations with Microsoft Research and with Cerebras Systems in the field of generative artificial intelligence (AI), designed to personalize patient care, significantly accelerate diagnostic time and improve accuracy. Announced during the 43rd Annual J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference, the projects focus on developing and testing foundation models customized for various applications, leveraging the power of multimodal radiology images and data (including CT scans and MRIs) with Microsoft…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2025-01-26). (VIDEO) Flu, COVID-19, RSV on the rise. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org It's a post-holiday surge. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports the number of people seeking care for acute respiratory illness is at a high level. The latest numbers show that emergency department visits for flu, RSV and COVID-19 are all increasing. RSV, in particular, is very high in many areas, especially among young children. Dr. Matthew Binnicker, director of the Clinical Virology Laboratory at Mayo Clinic, says the surge is not unexpected….

BAN Toxics (2025-01-26). Survey Sheds Light on Community Awareness and Practices in Healthcare Waste Management. pressenza.com The Philippine Healthcare and Mercury Wastes Management Project (HCW Project) recently conducted a Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices (KAP) survey to evaluate community awareness about healthcare waste management. The survey, which covered Quirino Memorial Medical Center (QMMC) in Quezon City (NCR), Cagayan Valley Medical Center (CVMC) in Tuguegarao City (Region II), and Eastern Visayas Medical Center (EVMC) in Tacloban City (Region VIII), involved 923 respondents, including hospital patients, visitors, and local community members. These hospitals were among the most impacted by the surge in healthcare waste dur…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2025-01-26). Mayo Clinic Minute: MRI for dense breasts ⚪ what to know. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Nearly half of all women who have had a mammogram to screen for breast cancer have been identified as having dense breasts. This makes it more challenging to detect breast cancer because dense tissue and tumors both appear white on a mammogram. That's one reason why it's recommended to have an additional screening done. But which one? Dr. Richard Sharpe Jr., a Mayo Clinic radiologist, says it's crucial to talk with your healthcare team to find…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2025-01-26). (VIDEO) Who should get screened for cervical cancer, and when? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Editor's note: January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month. When it comes to healthcare screening, different healthcare guideline organizations may have different recommendations. The same is true for cervical cancer screening. Cervical cancer is almost always caused by a persistent infection with high-risk strains of HPV. Routine screening has dramatically reduced cervical cancer deaths, and regular screenings are essential because early detection makes precancer treatment more effective. Dr. Kathy MacLaughlin, a Mayo Clinic family physician specializing…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2025-01-26). Walleye Tank propels Minnesota healthcare entrepreneurs forward. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Excitement filled the auditorium at the Walleye Tank: Ice Fishing Edition, held recently at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. Thirteen teams took the stage to present their healthcare innovations to a panel of judges and an audience attending in person and online. Projects ranged from addressing the needs of patients with rare or chronic diseases to improving lives through assistive technology. Each team had two minutes to pitch its innovation, followed by three minutes of…

Roger D. Harris (2025-01-26). Venezuelan President Maduro Assumes a Third Term — Prospects and Problematics. orinocotribune.com The first thing greeting me as I disembarked from my flight in Caracas was a wanted poster for one Edmundo González Urrutia. The reward was $100,000. Not to be outdone, the US had slapped a $25 million bounty on the head of President Maduro and lesser amounts on other Venezuelan leaders. | Both González and the incumbent president, Nicolás Maduro, claimed that he would be the one to be inaugurated in two days. I had come to accompany the inauguration and for the concurrent antifascist festival. | History repeats itself — first tragedy, farce, and then silliness
| From its inception with the election o…

Juan M. Garcia (2025-01-26). Petro disallows arrivals of US planes carrying Colombian migrants. plenglish.com Bogota, Jan 26 (Prensa Latina) Colombian President Gustavo Petro said on Sunday that he will disallow the arrivals in the national territory of planes from the United States carrying Colombian migrants and asked for respect in the treatment of these people.

Luis Britto Garcia (2025-01-26). The Military Occupation of Latin America and the Caribbean. orinocotribune.com By Luis Britto García — Jan 22, 2025 | The battles of Latin America and the Caribbean for independence and sovereignty were bloody. According to the estimation of Liberator Simón Bolívar, the battles took the lives of more than a third of the population. | During the 19th century, the unjust oligarchic order inherited from colonial times led to numerous civil wars. However, apart from the independence struggles, there have been few international conflicts in our region, most of them initiated by financial interests foreign to Our America. To demonstrate their peaceful vocation, the governments of Latin Ameri…

Martha Ríos (2025-01-26). Compañía cubana Malpaso concluye presentaciones en EEUU (+Foto). radiohc.cu La Habana, 26 ene (RHC) La compañía cubana de danza contemporánea Malpaso tiene este domingo su última fecha en cartelera en el teatro Joyce, de Nueva York, y con ella una exitosa gira por Estados Unidos.

María Candela (2025-01-26). Colaboradores cubanos en Venezuela evocan presencia eterna de José Martí (+Fotos y Audio). radiohc.cu En la peña "Con té te cuento", en Caracas, los colaboradores cubanos evocaron la presencia eterna de José Martí en el advenimiento del aniversario 172 del natalicio del más universal de los cubanos.

Carey Gillam (2025-01-26). Nearly 30 Million People in the US Face Limited Water Supplies, Study Finds. truthout.org Nearly 30 million people are living in areas of the US with limited water supplies as the country faces growing concerns over both water availability and quality, according to a new assessment by government scientists. The US Geological Survey (USGS), which is part of the Department of the Interior, issued what it said was a first-of-its-kind report last week, with USGS Director David… |

Patrick Greenfield, The Guardian (2025-01-26). A third of the Arctic's vast carbon sink now a source of emissions, study reveals. grist.org A third of the Arctic's tundra, forests, and wetlands have become a source of carbon emissions, For millennia, Arctic land ecosystems have acted as a deep-freeze for the planet's carbon, holding vast amounts of potential emissions in the permafrost. But ecosystems in the region are increasingly becoming a

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2025-01-26). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Leg pain? It may be your arteries. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I'm 52 years old and enjoy long walks with my husband and our dog. I recently started to experience pain in my left calf during our walks. The leg pain goes away when I rest. Because I have a history of high blood pressure, I went to see my primary care physician and was diagnosed with peripheral artery disease. What is this condition, and what treatments are available? Will I need surgery? ANSWER: Peripheral…

The Independent (2025-01-26). Karamoja forms CLAs to handle land matters. independent.co.ug Moroto, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The people of Moroto and Nakapiripirit districts, with support from the Caritas organization, have formed Communal Land Associations (CLAs) to address land matters. On Tuesday, the CLAs received their final documents to formalize operations, with the issuance of certificates and the demarcation of communal lands pending. The associations have …

Staff (2025-01-26). La protección animal en la obra literaria de José Martí. cubadebate.cu A propósito de los diversos homenajes que desde la historia, la educación y la cultura, se realizan en el país para destacar la vida y obra de José Julián Martí y Pérez, se hace necesario recordar que de la protección de los animales también escribió nuestro Héroe Nacional. En un artículo periodístico dirigido al director de La Nación, escribió José Martí sobre el tema.

Staff (2025-01-26). UNE pronostica afectación de 1 104 MW durante pico nocturno de este domingo. cubadebate.cu La Unión Eléctrica estima para el pico nocturno de este domingo una disponibilidad de 1 966 MW frente a una demanda máxima de 3 000 MW, lo que implicaría una afectación de 1 104 MW. A las 7 a.m., la disponibilidad del SEN fue de 1 881 MW, frente a una demanda de 1 758 MW, con 100 MW afectados en la zona centro-oriental.

Staff (2025-01-26). Victoria de los Leñadores en Serie de Béisbol de las Américas. cubadebate.cu Leñadores de Las Tunas contó con ofensiva de 13 jits válida para imponerse 5-4 a àÅguilas Metropolitanas de Panamá y obtuvo su primera victoria en la I Serie de Béisbol de las Américas, con sede en Nicaragua. Los tuneros enfrentarán este domingo a la invicta novena de Curazao Goats. El lanzador abridor será el zurdo Dariel Góngora.

IMEMC News (2025-01-26). Israeli Soldiers Shoot Four Palestinians In Central Gaza. imemc.org In another serious violation of the ceasefire agreement, Israeli soldiers shot, on Sunday morning, four Palestinians in the Nuseirat refugee camp, in central Gaza. Media sources said the soldiers fired many live rounds at Palestinians in the Tabbet Nowzari area, west of Nuseirat, wounding four. They added that the hundreds of Palestinians gathered in the …

newarab (2025-01-26). US teacher on leave after calling Palestinian child an extremist. newarab.com A public teacher in Pennsylvania was put on leave after allegedly calling a Palestinian American middle school student an extremist, the school district and a Muslim advocacy group said. | Why it's important | Human rights advocates say there has been a Key quotes | The Central Dauphin School District said on Saturday it had l…

Hugo GABBERO (2025-01-26). Urgent call to confirm the suspension of Azerbaijan's PACE credentials at winter session 2025. fidh.org In a joint letter, human rights organisations, including the International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) and the World Organisation Against Torture (OMCT), within the framework of the Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders, call the members of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE) to uphold the suspension of Azerbaijan's credentials for 2025, as escalating repression of civil society in the country violates the principles of the Council of Europe (…) | – |

newarab (2025-01-26). Jailed Comoros opposition leader on hunger strike. newarab.com A 2019 Comoros presidential runner is on the fifth day of a Supporters of Achmet Said Mohamed say the 48-year-old academic was picked up days before the 14 January 2024 presidential election. He had wanted to contest, but the courts rejected his candidacy. | The leader of the Hury or "Freedom" movement, wants "either a trial, or his release, or to let nature do…

Margaret Kimberley, Black Agenda Report. (2025-01-26). Trump Keeps His Promises While Democrats Must Be Abandoned. popularresistance.org Donald Trump is once again president of the United States. The man who was counted out politically after he was charged and convicted of felonies in cases that were legally dubious efforts to keep him out of the white house, once again emerged victorious and is the 47th president of the United States. | Trump is a significant figure in U.S. politics, having won two presidential elections when the odds were against him. His success is in large part due to racist appeals to white voters. But those clarion calls might fall on deaf ears were it not for Democratic Party collusion with a greedy plutocracy and its own r…

Al Mayadeen English (2025-01-26). Zionist group sending Trump list of pro-Palestine students to deport. indybay.org The names of 30 students originating from Jordan, Syria, Egypt, Canada, and the United Kingdom, who are currently enrolled in some of the top US universities, including Columbia, UPenn, Michigan, Syracuse, and UCLA, among others, are already on the list.

aljazeera (2025-01-26). Ethnic cleansing feared as Trump asks Jordan, Egypt to take Gaza residents. aljazeera.com Trump says relocation may be temporary or long-term as he announces lifting of hold on 2,000-pound bombs for Israel.

Ileana Ferrer Fonte (2025-01-26). Palestinian deportees await their destination. plenglish.com Ramallah, Jan 26 (Prensa Latina) Qadoura Fares, head of the Prisoners and Ex-Prisoners' Affairs Authority, said on Sunday that the 70 Palestinian deportees under a ceasefire and hostage release deal between Hamas and Israel will remain in Egypt "until their destination is determined."

Staff (2025-01-26). Arbel Yehoud, Agam Berger and third hostage to be released Thursday, PM's office says. haaretz.com LEBANON: Dozens wounded by IDF fire in southern Lebanon, as Israeli withdrawal delayed over cease-fire disputes ‚ñ GAZA: Egypt has informed the U.S. that it rejects President Trump's proposal to transfer Palestinians from the Gaza Strip to its territory ‚ñ HOSTAGE DEAL: Israel says it will not allow passage through Netzarim corridor until understanding reach over Arbel Yehoud's release…

Staff (2025-01-26). Hamas: Israel violating cease-fire despite 'guarantees' that hostage Arbel Yehoud to be released. haaretz.com LEBANON: 15 Lebanese civilians reportedly killed by IDF gunfire as Lebanese try to return to villages in southern Lebanon ‚ñ GAZA: One Palestinian killed as Israeli forces fire at civilians trying to cross to northern Gaza Strip against IDF orders ‚ñ HOSTAGE DEAL: Hostages arrive in Israeli hospital, reunited with parents…

Staff (2025-01-26). Lebanon's health ministry: Four killed, roughly 30 wounded in clashes with Israeli army. haaretz.com LEBANON: IDF fires at Lebanese trying to return to villages in southern Lebanon, one person reportedly killed ‚ñ GAZA: Israeli presses to condition Palestinians' return to northern Gaza on release of civilian hostage ‚ñ HOSTAGE DEAL: Hostages arrive in Israeli hospital, reunited with parents…

Amir Tibon (2025-01-26). What Trump's shocking new Gaza plan means for Egypt, Jordan and Israel. haaretz.com Whatever Egypt and Jordan choose to do, the very discussion of this idea could poison Israel's relations with these neighboring countries — which would be a bad development for peace in the region…

newarab (2025-01-26). 70 freed and exiled Palestinians reach Egypt. newarab.com Seventy Palestinians arrived aboard buses in Egypt on Saturday after being released from Israel as part of the Al-Qahera News, which is linked to state intelligence, said the According to a list previously made public by Israeli authoriti…

Eloise Goldsmith (2025-01-26). Trump Advocates for Forced Displacement of Gaza's Population to Egypt and Jordan. truthout.org Speaking to reporters Saturday, U.S. President Donald Trump said he would like to see most of the population of war-torn Gaza be relocated to Jordan and Egypt, a plan that a number of observers said was tantamount to ethnic cleansing. Trump made the remarks the same day that he lifted a Biden-era hold on the supply of 2,000-pound bombs to Israel. "I'd like Egypt to take people. And I'd like… |

Caitlin Johnstone (2025-01-26). Trump Reveals Plan For The Ethnic Cleansing Of Gaza. thealtworld.com Well that didn't take long. President Trump has said he wants to "clean out" Gaza and relocate its population to US client states Egypt and Jordan, which would of course be a textbook case of ethnic cleansing. It would also align perfectly with longstanding Israeli agendas to remove Palestinians from their homeland so that their territory can be seized and settled by Jews. |

presstv.ir (2025-01-26). Trump calls for moving Palestinians to Egypt, Jordan to 'clean out' Gaza. presstv.ir US President Donald Trump has proposed relocating Palestinians from the Gaza Strip to Jordan, Egypt, and other Arab nations to "just clean out" the war-torn area.

Maxime Duriez (2025-01-26). Italy's failure to surrender Libyan suspect to the International Criminal Court is a breach of its Rome Statute obligation. fidh.org

newarab (2025-01-26). UN urges Libya to arrest war crimes suspect sent home by Italy. newarab.com

Zvi Bar'el (2025-01-26). Israel still isn't ready to withdraw from Lebanon, but Saudi involvement could be decisive. haaretz.com Lebanon and Syria are now Riyadh's main focus as it seeks to replace Iran in the area. If Israel wants to normalize relations with the kingdom, it will need to consider Saudi Arabia's strategic aims in the Middle East…

Deja Gaston (2025-01-26). What's happening in Mozambique? liberationnews.org For decades, Mozambicans have experienced a steep decline in the standard of living brought on by decades of neoliberal intervention.

Juan M. Garcia (2025-01-26). President Aoun reaffirms army's commitment to Lebanon. plenglish.com Beirut, Jan 26 (Prensa Latina) The President of the Republic of Lebanon, Joseph Aoun, on Sunday reaffirmed the army's commitment to the security and protection of citizens, in light of Israel's violations of the truce agreement.

tvbrics (2025-01-26). India celebrates 76th anniversary of Republic Day. tvbrics.com The event was attended by the President of Indonesia, Prabowo Subianto…

Juan M. Garcia (2025-01-26). Putin congratulates Indian leaders on Republic Day. plenglish.com "Russia-India relations have the nature of a particularly privileged strategic partnership. I am sure that through joint efforts we will continue to strengthen fruitful bilateral cooperation constantly in all areas, as well as constructive interaction in international affairs," the Russian head of State said in a text released by the Kremlin press service. | In this regard, Putin stressed that the development of the partnership responds to the fundamental interests of the peoples of both States and contributes to the creation of a fair multipolar world order. | The Russian leader noted that since the adoption of…

presstv.ir (2025-01-26). West 'prevented' Ukraine from signing 2022 peace deal with Russia: Slovak PM. presstv.ir Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico has revealed that the West sabotaged the signing of an agreement by Ukraine that would terminate the war in the former Soviet Republic as early as 2022.

newarab (2025-01-26). Iran arrests 13 Bahais for promoting their 'misguided sect'. newarab.com The Bahais, Iran's largest non-Muslim minority, are branded "heretics" by the Islamic Republic and are often targeted over their

english.almanar.com.lb (2025-01-26). Caution Prevails in South Lebanon as 60-Day of Israeli Withdrawal Expires. english.almanar.com.lb The 60-day deadline set by the ceasefire agreement for the Israeli enemy to withdraw from southern Lebanon expired at 4: 00 a.m. (Beirut time) on Sunday, amid calls by the Lebanese citizens to return to their border towns despite Israeli procrastination to pull out troops. A state of caution and anticipation prevailed on Sunday morning as …

Ali Salam (2025-01-26). Israeli Forces Shoot Three Palestinians, Injure Others, After Invading the Homes of Released Detainees. imemc.org
| Israeli forces shot three Palestinians, including a child, and injured others, after invading the homes of several released detainees in the governorates of Jerusalem, Hebron, Ramallah, and Nablus. | On Saturday night, Israeli forces shot a Palestinian child after invading the home of a released detainee, in the southern occupied West Bank city of Hebron.

IMEMC News (2025-01-26). Israeli Army Kills A Palestinian In Rafah. imemc.org On Sunday morning, Israeli soldiers killed a Palestinian in Rafah, in the Gaza Strip's southernmost part, in another serious violation of the ceasefire deal. Media sources said the soldiers fired many live rounds at a Palestinian near the Shuhada Junction, in the center of Rafah, killing one Palestinian. Eyewitnesses said the rounds were fired by …

Yang Sheng, Orinoco Tribune. (2025-01-26). China Responds To Rubio's Remarks On South China Sea. popularresistance.org In response to a US State Department statement claiming new US Secretary of State Marco Rubio discussing Beijing's "dangerous and destabilizing actions in the South China Sea" with his Philippines counterpart Enrique Manalo over phone and underscoring the "ironclad" US defense commitment to Manila, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said on Thursday that the US is not a party to the South China Sea issue and has no right to interfere in the maritime issues between China and the Philippines. | Mao said "the military cooperation between the US and the Philippines should not undermine China's sovereignty…

Ali Salam (2025-01-26). Israeli Forces Kill a 2-year-old Child Near Jenin. imemc.org
| Israeli forces killed a 2-year-old Palestinian child and injured a woman, on Saturday, in the village of Ash-Shuhada, southwest of Jenin in the northern occupied West Bank.

presstv.ir (2025-01-26). Conditions 'not yet in place' for safe return of Lebanese: UN officials. presstv.ir UN officials warn Lebanese against returning to their homes in southern villages after Israeli forces killed at least 15 citizens on Sunday.

presstv.ir (2025-01-26). International community must compel Israel to withdraw from Lebanon: Parliament speaker. presstv.ir Lebanon's Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri has called on the international community to take urgent action and compel Israel to immediately withdraw from Lebanese territory.

aljazeera (2025-01-26). Israel kills 11, wounds dozens in south Lebanon in breach of ceasefire deal. aljazeera.com Attacks come on the day Israeli troops were supposed to withdraw from southern Lebanon and allow people to return home.

aljazeera (2025-01-26). Israel kills 3, wounds dozens in south Lebanon in breach of ceasefire deal. aljazeera.com Attacks come on the day Israeli troops were supposed to withdraw from southern Lebanon and allow people to return home.

Al Jazeera (2025-01-26). Israeli Terrorists Massacre 4 and Wound Dozens in Violation of Lebanon Ceasefire. indybay.org Israel has killed at least four people, including a Lebanese soldier, in south Lebanon on the day Israeli forces were due to withdraw under a ceasefire deal. At least 32 civilians were wounded on Sunday as Israeli forces opened fire in at least two border towns on citizens who were trying to return to their villages. The Israeli killings violate a ceasefire agreement reached in November, under which its forces were supposed to withdraw from Lebanon at 02: 00 GMT on Sunday. | article + video: 4m 16s…

IMEMC News (2025-01-26). Soldiers Abduct Three Palestinians In Hebron And Nablus. imemc.org On Sunday at dawn, Israeli soldiers abducted three Palestinians from Hebron and Nablus, in the southern and northern parts of the occupied West Bank. Media sources reported that the soldiers invaded the southern area of Hebron city, searched homes, and abducted Rafat Taha. They added that the soldiers abducted Abdullah Az-Zein from his home in …

presstv.ir (2025-01-26). Dozens killed, injured as Israeli forces shoot at civilians in south Lebanon. presstv.ir Israeli forces have opened fire at the Lebanese people returning to their homes in the country's southern towns.

presstv.ir (2025-01-26). 'We'll return': Defiant Lebanese head home in south as Israeli forces refuse to withdraw. presstv.ir As the 60-day deadline for the Israeli military withdrawal from southern Lebanon expired on Sunday, thousands of people flocked to their villages, defying Israeli threats.

presstv.ir (2025-01-26). Dozens killed, injured as Israeli forces shoot at civilians in south Lebanon. presstv.ir Israeli forces have opened fire at the Lebanese people returning to their homes in the country's southern towns, killing 15 people and wounding 83 others.

english.almanar.com.lb (2025-01-26). Al-Manar correspondent: Lebanese southerners flock to their home towns in the border area with occupied Palestine as the 60-day deadline for Israeli withdrawal expires. english.almanar.com.lb

english.almanar.com.lb (2025-01-26). Lebanese citizens defy earthen barriers installed by the Israeli occupation forces, cross on feet to reach their villages: Al-Manar correspondent in south Lebanon. english.almanar.com.lb

english.almanar.com.lb (2025-01-26). 3 casualties as Israeli occupation forces open fire at Lebanese southerners to prevent them from returning to their home town of Kfar Kila: Al-Manar correspondent in south Lebanon. english.almanar.com.lb

english.almanar.com.lb (2025-01-26). Hebrew media: Lebanese southerners return to their villages raising Hezbollah flags, how the Israelis will return to north? english.almanar.com.lb

english.almanar.com.lb (2025-01-26). Israeli occupation army spokesman: We will update the places that residents of South Lebanon are "allowed to enter" english.almanar.com.lb

presstv.ir (2025-01-26). Iranian drones fire AI-powered missiles in major Persian Gulf drill. presstv.ir The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps Navy's indigenous sophisticated drones have fired missiles featuring artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities during a large-scale exercise in southern Iran.

aljazeera (2025-01-26). South Korea prosecutors indict impeached President Yoon for insurrection. aljazeera.com

Elsadig Elsheikh (2025-01-26). Sudan: Debt, Maldevelopment, and the Challenge of Stability. cadtm.org At the time of writing, Sudan remains at a dangerous crossroads. It can either be a state ruled by its diverse citizens' desire for the rule of law, equitable and sustainable development, democratization, and justice for all, or it can fragment into "bantustans" along regional and ethnic cleavages. For most of its independent political history, Sudan has been torn between two visions and forces. The colonized political elite lacked the imagination to build a nation beyond coloniality, while (…) | – | / |

aljazeera (2025-01-26). Sudan army in Wad Madani is a 'joyous victory' for the people. aljazeera.com "We'll celebrate today. But we know that the war [in Sudan] is far from over."

newarab (2025-01-26). Drone strike on hospital in Sudan's Darfur kills more than 70. newarab.com More than 70 people have been killed in a The strike targeted the Saudi Hospital in the city of Al-Fashir, destroying its emergency building. | Darfur's governor Minni Minawi has blamed the paramilitary "A Rapid Support [Forces] drone targeted the Saudi Hospital — t…

_____ (2025-01-26). Sudanese journalist Yahya Hamad Fadlallah dies after army arrest. alaraby.co.uk

newarab (2025-01-26). Sudan's army chief visits HQ after recapture from paramilitaries. newarab.com "Our forces are in their best condition,"

The Independent (2025-01-26). France to spend shs15 trillion on Uganda's investments. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The French Government has revealed plans to spend 4 Billion Dollars or about 15 Trillion Shillings in Uganda over the next three years. This is part of the country's renewed economic, social and political partnerships starting this year, according to the Embassy of France in Kampala. This will include investments …

The Independent (2025-01-26). Gateway on spot over rampant sedation thefts on buses. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Management of Gateway Bus Company has come under criticism following cases of robbers targeting passengers. Last week, three people who were travelling from Kampala to Kabale using Gateway Bus Company were sedated and robbed. The victims however while reporting the matter to Kabale police station accused the bus workers …

The Independent (2025-01-26). National Chamber of Commerce tasks UNBS to strengthen quality assurance. independent.co.ug Lira, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Uganda National Chamber of Commerce Lango sub-region has called on the Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS) to strengthen the enforcement of quality assurance. The Lango sub-region is one of the largest producers of grains and cereals such as beans, soya beans, maize, and sesame among others. However, …

The Independent (2025-01-26). UPDF receive beds, mama kits for Tarehe Sita health camp. independent.co.ug Masaka, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF) has received 10 delivery beds and 100 mama kits for the Tarehe Sita health camp. Every year, UPDF engages in various activities including health camps and cleaning of urban areas as a way of building a firm relationship between the defence forces and …

Patrick Bond (2025-01-25). Trouble at the tip of the Belt and Road: South Africa's largest industrial mega-project meets eco-social resistance. cadtm.org

María Candela (2025-01-25). Cuba y Sudáfrica, una amistad duradera. radiohc.cu Se acerca el mes de febrero y los cubanos esperan con ansias la Feria Internacional del Libro de la Habana, que en su trigésimo tercera edición estará dedicada a Sudáfrica, un buen motivo para referirnos a los entrañables lazos de hermandad existentes entre los dos países.

Marjorie Cohn, Truthout. (2025-01-25). Trump's Blitz On Immigration Aimed To Overwhelm. popularresistance.org Pandering to his nativist base, Donald Trump made the central pledge of his 2024 presidential campaign a threat to "carry out the largest domestic deportation operation in American history." On January 20, 2025, he began to fulfill that promise. | On Inauguration Day, repeating the words spoken by Chief Justice John Roberts, Trump swore to uphold the U.S. Constitution. Setting aside the issue of whether he purposely refrained from placing his hand on the Bible his wife was holding, the oath Trump swore triggered the "Take Care Clause" of the Constitution. Article II imposes on the president the duty to "take Care…

Michael Arria, Mondoweiss. (2025-01-25). Maersk Exports Cargo From Illegal Israeli Settlements To The US. popularresistance.org A new report details a shipping and logistics giant's role in sustaining illegal Israeli settlements in occupied Palestine and Syrian territories. | A.P. Moller Maersk is a publicly traded Danish company that netted a revenue of $51.1 billion in 2023. According to research compiled by the Palestinian Youth Movement (PYM) and its Mask off Maersk campaign, the company has repeatedly facilitated shipments to the United States from illegal settlements in the occupied West Bank and the Syrian Golan Heights. | "The global structures of financialized capitalism, logistics and supply chains play an outsize role in the ma…

Gabrielle Pickard-Whitehead (2025-01-25). MPs warn SEND system is failing children. leftfootforward.org Children risk leaving school without the support they desperately need, MPs have warned, with the system for special educational needs (SEND) in England at crisis point. | A new report from the Public Accounts Committee shows that since 2015, the number of children receiving SEND support in schools has surged by 14 percent, with demand for Education, Health, and Care (EHC) plans soaring by 140 percent. Despite a 58 percent increase in high-needs funding over the last decade, funding has failed to keep up with demand. | In 2023, just half of EHC plans were issued within the required 20-week timeframe. | "Outcom…

Elsy Fors Garzon (2025-01-25). Gustavo Petro's visit marks a news week in Haiti. plenglish.com During his stay, Petro stressed that "South-South cooperation must be one of the pillars of relations between countries such as the Republic of Colombia and the Republic of Haiti." | The Colombian dignitary highlighted the excellent quality of the ties between the two States, based on the principles of friendship, solidarity and mutual respect. | Both parties renewed their commitment to the rule of law, democracy and the promotion of human rights. | Bogotá and Port-au-Prince are committed to finding a peaceful solution to the political crisis that is shaking the Caribbean nation. | Petro advocated for ending the…

newarab (2025-01-25). Man jailed for attack aimed at French magazine Charlie Hebdo. newarab.com A Paris court on Thursday sentenced a Pakistani man to 30 years in jail for attempting to murder two people outside the former offices of When he carried out the attack, 29-year-old Zaheer Mahmood wrongly believed the satirical newspaper was still based in the building, which was targeted by Islamists a decade ago for publishing cartoons lampooning the Prophet Mohammed. | In fact, Charlie Hebdo had moved in the wake of the storming of its offices by two Al-Qaeda-linked mas…

John Perry (2025-01-25). Development Banker Says US Knew of Plot To Oust Him Over Nicaragua Loans. orinocotribune.com

Jeff Schuhrke, In These Times. (2025-01-25). After Gaza Ceasefire, Labor Movement Isn't Done Fighting For Palestine. popularresistance.org A fragile cease-fire is finally in place in Gaza after Israel carried out a 15-month, U.S.-backed genocide that killed at least 47,107 Palestinians (though the true number is likely far higher) and reduced much of the coastal enclave to rubble. | In the days following the Hamas attack of October 7, 2023, anti-Palestinian hysteria swept the U.S. political and media establishments. As Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) encouraged Israel to "level" Gaza, then-Biden White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said that calls for a cease-fire were "repugnant" and ‚Ä&at…

newarab (2025-01-25). Israeli forces invade W. Bank village hours after Oscar nod. newarab.com Nadav Weiman, the executive director for Breaking the Silence, an Israeli organisation raising awareness on the impacts of military occupation, sai…

presstv.ir (2025-01-25). 200 Palestinian abductees released in exchange for 4 Israeli soldiers. presstv.ir Busses carrying the freed Palestinians, some serving life sentences, have been received by cheering crowds in Ramallah on Saturday.

Toni Waterman (2025-01-25). U.S. immigration raids begin. america.cgtn.com U.S. President Donald Trump is making good on his pledge of mass deportations. The White House says hundreds of undocumented migrants have been put on military flights out of the country and that hundreds more were arrested across the country this week. The scale of the operation is only expected to grow. But there are now questions over whether the raids are being carried out legally. | CGTN's Toni Waterman shares the latest from Eagle Pass.

Elsy Fors Garzon (2025-01-25). Cuban Revolution is highlighted in Argentina. plenglish.com Buenos Aires, Jan 25 (Prensa Latina) The Cuban Revolution continues to be the beacon that lights up our struggle for a better world, said Rubén Zaccaro, president of the House of Friendship between Argentina and Cuba, in Buenos Aires.

Sam Pollak (2025-01-25). Clean Energy Carries On. levernews.com Good things are happening! Biden's clean energy money makes it out the door, states shore up abortion rights and shrink Big Landlord, and heat pumps are pumping up the volume. Clean Energy Money Escapes Dirty Hands: Before leaving office, President Joe Biden

tvbrics (2025-01-25). First transnational cable car between Russia and China is underway. tvbrics.com The project will have two 976-metre lines and cabins with a capacity for 110 people…

Andrew Korybko (2025-01-25). What Impact Might The US' Latest Energy Sanctions Have On Russo-Indo Relations? pressenza.com Trump's preference for sanctions and his latest threat to double down on secondary ones could derail India's careful multi-alignment between the US and Russia by forcing it to choose between them. | The media has been awash with

Elsy Fors Garzon (2025-01-25). Venezuela reiterates willingness to collaborate with Colombia's peace. plenglish.com Venezuela reiterates willingness to collaborate with Colombia's peace Caracas, Jan. 25 (Prensa Latina) Venezuela reiterated to Colombia its full willingness to collaborate in building and consolidating its peace, based on the successful experiences developed in the Bolivarian territory, a statement reported today.

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2025-01-25). Mayo Clinic accelerates personalized medicine through foundation models with Microsoft Research and Cerebras Systems. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org ROCHESTER, Minn. — Mayo Clinic today unveiled separate groundbreaking collaborations with Microsoft Research and with Cerebras Systems in the field of generative artificial intelligence (AI), designed to personalize patient care, significantly accelerate diagnostic time and improve accuracy. Announced during the 43rd Annual J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference, the projects focus on developing and testing foundation models customized for various applications, leveraging the power of multimodal radiology images and data (including CT scans and MRIs) with Microsoft…

Carson Minow (2025-01-25). New York congestion pricing takes a toll on some Chinatown residents. america.cgtn.com After almost two decades since the idea was first proposed — congestion pricing — a controversial vehicle toll, was implemented earlier this month in New York City. The $9 peak period fee will impact most private passenger vehicles traveling within the city's designated Central Business District. Commercial vehicles will pay even more — up to nearly $22 — and taxis and ride-hailing services are also affected. | Karina Mitchell takes an early look at how effective it has been in reducing congestion on New York City streets and the impact it's having on the city's vibrant Chinatown community.

Pablo Rafael Fuentes (2025-01-25). Cubanos en China envían donativo a la isla. radiohc.cu La Habana, 25 ene (RHC) Cubanos en China enviaron hoy vía aérea un donativo destinado al proyecto A Cuba hay que quererla y a los Comités de Defensa de la Revolución (CDR), mayor organización de masas de la isla caribeña.

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2025-01-25). (VIDEO) Flu, COVID-19, RSV on the rise. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org It's a post-holiday surge. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports the number of people seeking care for acute respiratory illness is at a high level. The latest numbers show that emergency department visits for flu, RSV and COVID-19 are all increasing. RSV, in particular, is very high in many areas, especially among young children. Dr. Matthew Binnicker, director of the Clinical Virology Laboratory at Mayo Clinic, says the surge is not unexpected….

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2025-01-25). (VIDEO) Who should get screened for cervical cancer, and when? newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Editor's note: January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month. When it comes to healthcare screening, different healthcare guideline organizations may have different recommendations. The same is true for cervical cancer screening. Cervical cancer is almost always caused by a persistent infection with high-risk strains of HPV. Routine screening has dramatically reduced cervical cancer deaths, and regular screenings are essential because early detection makes precancer treatment more effective. Dr. Kathy MacLaughlin, a Mayo Clinic family physician specializing…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2025-01-25). Walleye Tank propels Minnesota healthcare entrepreneurs forward. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Excitement filled the auditorium at the Walleye Tank: Ice Fishing Edition, held recently at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. Thirteen teams took the stage to present their healthcare innovations to a panel of judges and an audience attending in person and online. Projects ranged from addressing the needs of patients with rare or chronic diseases to improving lives through assistive technology. Each team had two minutes to pitch its innovation, followed by three minutes of…

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2025-01-25). Mayo Clinic Minute: MRI for dense breasts ⚪ what to know. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org Nearly half of all women who have had a mammogram to screen for breast cancer have been identified as having dense breasts. This makes it more challenging to detect breast cancer because dense tissue and tumors both appear white on a mammogram. That's one reason why it's recommended to have an additional screening done. But which one? Dr. Richard Sharpe Jr., a Mayo Clinic radiologist, says it's crucial to talk with your healthcare team to find…

Pressenza New York (2025-01-25). Venezuelan President Maduro Assumes a Third Term — Prospects and Problematics. pressenza.com The first thing greeting me as I disembarked from my flight in Caracas was a wanted poster for one Edmundo González Urrutia. The reward was $100,000. Not to be outdone, the US had slapped a $25 million bounty on the head of President Maduro and lesser amounts on other Venezuelan leaders. | By Roger D. Harris | Both González and the incumbent president, Nicolás Maduro, claimed that he would be the one to be inaugurated in two days. I had come to accompany the inauguration and for the concurrent antifascist festival. | History repeats itself — first tragedy, farce, and then silliness | From its inception with…

Staff (2025-01-25). Venezuela's Interior Minister: Far-Right Opposition Leads Network of Coyotes Taking Migrants to US. orinocotribune.com Venezuelan right-wing leaders are running a criminal organization from the United States to transport migrants from Venezuela to the US, denounced the Venezuelan Minister for Interior Diosdado Cabello. | During a new podcast that he co-hosts with Congresswoman Tania Díaz, Cabello said that these criminal organizations are hidden behind figures such as Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) and are led by far-right politicians Carlos Vecchio, David Smolansky, Julio Borges, Leopoldo López, Juan Guaidó, and Miguel Pizarro. | "It's not that I'm going to leave Venezuela for Darién and go, no, no, if you go to Darién an…

The Independent (2025-01-25). They earn more money, but some migrant health workers say it's not worth it. independent.co.ug Since the pandemic, many major economies like the United Kingdom have tightened restrictions on visas. Migrant health care workers from Zimbabwe struggle as they must live apart from their children and spouses Harare, Zimbabwe | Gamuchirai Masiyiwa Global Press Journal Uganda | When Tanya moved to Ireland for care work in 2022, she was certain of three things: …

Orlando González Cruz (2025-01-25). Primer revés de Cuba en Serie de las Américas de béisbol. radiohc.cu La Habana, 25 ene (RHC) Los Leñadores de Las Tunas debutaron este viernes con derrota de 5-1 ante la anfitriona selección nacional de Nicaragua en la I Serie de Beisbol de las Américas 2025, en partido que acogió el Estadio Nacional Soberanía, de Managua.

Pablo Rafael Fuentes (2025-01-25). Putin: Donald Trump no aplicará sanciones a Rusia para afectar su economía. radiohc.cu La Habana, 25 ene (RHC) El presidente de Rusia, Vladimir Putin, catalogó hoy como poco probable que su homólogo de Estados Unidos, Donald Trump, imponga nuevas sanciones, las cuales podrían provocar un impacto negativo contra la economía norteamericana.

Pablo Rafael Fuentes (2025-01-25). Concluye Ricardo Cabrisas visita de trabajo a España. radiohc.cu La Habana, 25 ene (RHC) El viceprimer ministro del Gobierno de Cuba, Ricardo Cabrisas, concluyó hoy una visita de tres días a España, en la que sostuvo provechosos intercambios en distintos ámbitos.

Pablo Rafael Fuentes (2025-01-25). Destacan en Argentina ejemplo de la Revolución cubana. radiohc.cu La Habana, 25 ene (RHC) La Revolución cubana sigue siendo hoy el faro que nos ilumina en la lucha por un mundo mejor, aseveró el presidente de la Casa de Amistad entre Argentina y Cuba, en Buenos Aires, Rubén Zaccaro.

Shefali Luthra (2025-01-25). Trump Attacks Abortion, Fortifying Hyde Amendment and Reviving "Global Gag Rule" truthout.org President Donald Trump has directed his administration to block global aid recipients from telling patients about abortion — a move that could weaken reproductive health care worldwide. The move, announced in a presidential memorandum Friday, revives a policy known as the "global gag rule" that Trump and many other Republican presidents have implemented. Already, contractors that receive U.S. |

WSWS (2025-01-25). Australia: Senior mental health care nurse denounces NSW Labor government attacks on mental health care. wsws.org "For the psychiatrists to resign atomises and disempowers them. They should join with mental health care nurses, psychologists and social workers to collectively fight against what the government is doing."

Redacción Chile (2025-01-25). World Humanist Forum, of a permanent character. Words by Antonio Carvallo. pressenza.com We publish here the words with which Antonio Carvallo introduced today's virtual assembly of the World Humanist Forum: | "The Forum is an ambit of exchange and discussion among humanists and likeminded people around the world to study and develop positions on the global problems affecting us all today. Attending to the structural relationships among the phenomena of science, politics, art and religion. | This work requires freedom of consciousness and freedom from ideological prejudice. To build a body of knowledge, and understanding of the global culture and main issues of our time, and their possible approaches…

Kelley Beaucar Vlahos (2025-01-25). Hegseth confirmed: This is where we find out his true mettle. responsiblestatecraft.org After weeks of acrimony and consternation over his personal indiscretions, Pete Hegseth

newsnetwork.mayoclinic (2025-01-25). Mayo Clinic Q and A: Leg pain? It may be your arteries. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I'm 52 years old and enjoy long walks with my husband and our dog. I recently started to experience pain in my left calf during our walks. The leg pain goes away when I rest. Because I have a history of high blood pressure, I went to see my primary care physician and was diagnosed with peripheral artery disease. What is this condition, and what treatments are available? Will I need surgery? ANSWER: Peripheral…

newarab (2025-01-25). Tunisian waters offers hope for vulnerable sea turtles. newarab.com On a barge hundreds of metres off the Kerkennah Islands in southern Tunisia, a group of students watch intently as Besma, a recovering sea turtle, shuffles towards the water and dives in. | The barge, used to treat injured loggerhead turtles, is the first floating rehabilitation centre for the species in the Mediterranean, its organisers say. | Harbouring netted enclosures underwater, allows the threatened species to receive care in saltwater, its natural habitat. | "It is important that the sea turtles recover in their natural environment," said Hamed Mallat, a marine biologist who heads the UN-funded project…

Staff (2025-01-25). Equipo cubano cae ante selección de Nicaragua en I Serie de Beisbol de las Américas. cubadebate.cu Con derrota de 1×5 debutó este viernes Leñadores de Las Tunas ante la anfitriona selección nacional de Nicaragua en la I Serie de Beisbol de las Américas, en partido que acogió el Estadio Nacional Soberanía, de Managua. Los Leñadores tuneros se enfrentarán este sábado al cuadro panameño, y contarán con el derecho Raymond Figueredo como abridor.

Staff (2025-01-25). øPor qué el Golfo de México lleva ese nombre? cubadebate.cu El nombre "Golfo de México" tiene su origen en la época de la colonización europea, específicamente con los exploradores españoles. Durante el siglo XVI, cuando los europeos comenzaron a explorar y mapear las costas de América, el golfo fue reconocido como una gran extensión de agua entre las tierras que rodean la actual América del Norte, Central y el Caribe.

english.almanar.com.lb (2025-01-25). Lebanese Army announces deploying troops in the towns of Qawzah, Debel, Hanin, and Beit Lif — Bint Jbeil in the central sector after the withdrawal of the Israeli enemy. english.almanar.com.lb

english.almanar.com.lb (2025-01-25). Israeli Occupation Forces Withdraw from Bint Jbeil Towns, Continue Ceasefire Violations as Deadline Ends. english.almanar.com.lb The Lebanese Army Command announced on Saturday that the military units were deployed in the towns of Qawzah, Debel, Hanin, and Beit Lif — Bint Jbeil in the central sector of South Lebanon after the Israeli enemy withdrawal. The army command called on citizens not to approach the areas from which the Israeli enemy is …

Hugo GABBERO (2025-01-25). Urgent call to confirm the suspension of Azerbaijan's PACE credentials at winter session 2025. fidh.org In a joint letter, human rights organisations, including the International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) and the World Organisation Against Torture (OMCT), within the framework of the Observatory for the Protection of Human Rights Defenders, call the members of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE) to uphold the suspension of Azerbaijan's credentials for 2025, as escalating repression of civil society in the country violates the principles of the Council of Europe (…) | – |

newarab (2025-01-25). Jailed Comoros opposition leader on hunger strike. newarab.com A 2019 Comoros presidential runner is on the fifth day of a Supporters of Achmet Said Mohamed say the 48-year-old academic was picked up days before the 14 January 2024 presidential election. He had wanted to contest, but the courts rejected his candidacy. | The leader of the Hury or "Freedom" movement, wants "either a trial, or his release, or to let nature do…

The Independent (2025-01-25). An urgent plea for protection of Banyamulenge targeted by genocidal violence in South Kivu. independent.co.ug COMMENT | Prof. Freddy Kaniki | The eastern region of the Democratic Republic of Congo is prey to various and varied conflicts, particularly the M23 war with identity crisis implications in North Kivu; the catastrophic campaign to uproot the Tutsi Banyamulenge in South Kivu; and the strategic social and economic destruction targeting the Hema community in …

Elsy Fors Garzon (2025-01-25). DRC: North Kivu Hospital overwhelmed by increasing number of wounded. plenglish.com Kinshasa, Jan 25 (Prensa Latina) The CBCA hospital in Ndosho is today overwhelmed by the increase of people wounded by bullets or shrapnel who arrive every day at this institution in North Kivu, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).

Amy Maxmen (2025-01-25). The US Is Seeing Quickly Widening Gaps in Life Expectancy Between Groups. truthout.org The life expectancy among Native Americans in the western United States has dropped below 64 years, close to life expectancies in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Haiti. For many Asian Americans, it's around 84 — on par with life expectancies in Japan and Switzerland. Americans' health has long been unequal, but a new study shows that the disparity between the life expectancies of… |

Ravit Hecht (2025-01-25). Israel's democratic camp must compromise on selecting judges. haaretz.com Those who are willing to talk at any time with Israel's worst enemies should also show a hint of magnanimity toward Israelis who have consistently demanded a more diverse Supreme Court…

apnews.com (2025-01-25). State Department freezes new funding for nearly all US aid programs worldwideThe State Department ordered a sweeping freeze Friday on new funding for almost all U.S. foreign assistance, making exceptions for emergency food programs and military aid to Israel and Egypt.

presstv.ir (2025-01-25). US under Trump cuts all foreign aid except to Israel, Egypt. presstv.ir The US State Department has cut all foreign aid, except to the Israeli regime and Egypt, days after President Donald Trump issued a sweeping executive to freeze assistance worldwide.

aljazeera (2025-01-25). US suspends new funds for aid programmes, excepting Israel and Egypt. aljazeera.com Trump administration freezes new funding for anti-HIV programme and other health services, excepts key food programmes.

Eloise Goldsmith (2025-01-25). Trump State Dept. Reportedly Halts All Foreign Aid — Except to Israel and Egypt. truthout.org The State Department on Friday reportedly issued guidance that it is freezing almost all U.S. foreign assistance — with exceptions for emergency food aid and foreign military financing for two U.S. allies, Israel and Egypt — according to a cable obtained by multiple outlets. "Guess which country was exempted….?" wrote the investigative outlet Drop Site, in response to the cable… |

mforinoco (2025-01-25). US Private Contractors To Supervise Key Gaza Checkpoint at Netzarim — Reports. orinocotribune.com The consortium is made up of three private companies that were selected by the US, Egypt and Qatar, according to Axios. | Private US security contractors will oversee a key checkpoint at Gaza's Netzarim Corridor in the coming days and deploy armed guards to the enclave, Axios has The security companies will operate in Gaza "as part of a multinational consortium" that has been established under the ceasefire deal "with the backing of its brokers: the U.S., Egypt and Qatar," according to the r…

newarab (2025-01-25). Egypt and Eni-Total consortium to sign deal on natural gas. newarab.com Cypriot Energy Minister George Papanastasiou described the agreement as "most significant" because it allows the consortium to sort out all the technical details on how to get the gas from the Cronos gas deposit to Egyptian processing plant…

Ryan Cristián (2025-01-25). The Pirate Stream: Dialectical Dissidents — Episode 27. thelastamericanvagabond.com Join us on today's episode of The Pirate Stream — Dialectical Dissidents. Pirate Stream Media is a new platform of dedicated content creators focused on circumventing the tightly controlled, manipulated, and outright censored media space of today (both corporate and independent media) with a commitment to objectivity, integrity, and a stark awareness of the two

Maxime Duriez (2025-01-25). Italy's failure to surrender Libyan suspect to the International Criminal Court is a breach of its Rome Statute obligation. fidh.org

tn.ai (2025-01-25). Iran, Azerbaijan Mull Over Economic Cooperation Plans. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — An aide to the Iranian foreign minister and the Republic of Azerbaijan's ambassador to Tehran weighed plans to promote cooperation between the two neighbors and reconvene the joint economic commission after a three-year hiatus.

WSWS (2025-01-25). Fascist kills one, injures two, before turning gun on self, in Nashville, Tennessee high school shooting. wsws.org On his social media accounts and in a purported manifesto, the fascist shooter repeated the same anti-immigrant "Great Replacement Theory" politics promoted by the Republican Party, and large sections of the financial oligarchy.

Elsy Fors Garzon (2025-01-25). India and Indonesia strengthen cooperation with five agreements. plenglish.com New Delhi, Jan 25 (Prensa Latina) India and Indonesia signed five agreements today in connection with the visit here of President Prabowo Subianto, guest of honor at tomorrow's Republic Day celebrations.

english.almanar.com.lb (2025-01-25). Israeli enemy executes a massive explosion in Mays Al-Jabal border town, South Lebanon. english.almanar.com.lb

english.almanar.com.lb (2025-01-25). Palestinian Toddler Succumbs to Wounds Inflicted by Israeli Gunfire near Jenin. english.almanar.com.lb A Palestinian toddler Saturday night succumbed to an injury sustained earlier from Israeli occupation gunfire in Muthalath Ash-Shuhada village, south of the occupied West Bank city of Jenin, according to the Palestinian Health Ministry. The Ministry confirmed that 2-year-and-a-half-old Layla Mohammad Ayman Al-Khatib died of the injury she had sustained earlier in the course of …

presstv.ir (2025-01-25). Lebanon army slams Israeli 'procrastination' in pullout from south. presstv.ir The Lebanese army has lashed out at the Israeli regime over procrastination in withdrawal of its military forces from the southern part of the country.

newarab (2025-01-25). Hezbollah infiltrated: Lebanon arrests 4 'Israel collaborators'. newarab.com Several suspected Israeli collaborators have been arrested in recent weeks in Lebanon, bringing to light once again the Lebanese authorities have announced at least four arrests this month. Most of the suspects hail from southern Lebanon, and some of them have relatives who died in

newarab (2025-01-25). Israeli strike on south Lebanon building killed mostly civilians. newarab.com

Andrew Korybko (2025-01-25). The US' 90-Day Suspension Of Foreign Aid Might Counterintuitively Bolster Its Influence. thealtworld.com American influence might rebound in the Global South since a large part of why many of these countries started turning away from the US since the start of the century was due to it violating their sovereignty by funding "NGOs" that meddle in their affairs. | One of the Executive Orders that Trump just signed

María Paula Rubiano (2025-01-25). New Research Links Wildfire Retardants to Dangerous Heavy Metal Pollution. truthout.org Wildfire retardants, the hot-pink mix of water and chemicals sprayed from airplanes by the U.S Forest service to combat wildfires, are under scrutiny after a recent study found they're a serious source of heavy metal pollution in the U.S. The research, conducted by a team from the University of Southern California and published in Environmental Science & Technology Letters… |

Alex Rozier, Mississippi Today (2025-01-25). A UK energy company received $762M in 'green loans' despite years of pollution violations in the South. grist.org Drax, the British owner of wood pellet plants The energy company ships out wood pellets made in North America for other countries to use as a…

Elsadig Elsheikh (2025-01-25). Sudan: Debt, Maldevelopment, and the Challenge of Stability. cadtm.org At the time of writing, Sudan remains at a dangerous crossroads. It can either be a state ruled by its diverse citizens' desire for the rule of law, equitable and sustainable development, democratization, and justice for all, or it can fragment into "bantustans" along regional and ethnic cleavages. For most of its independent political history, Sudan has been torn between two visions and forces. The colonized political elite lacked the imagination to build a nation beyond coloniality, while (…) | – | / |

newarab (2025-01-25). Sudan army breaks paramilitary siege on key base. newarab.com The Sudanese army broke a paramilitary siege on one of its key Khartoum-area bases on Friday, paving the way to also freeing the besieged military headquarters, a military source said. | The paramilitary "Our forces were able to lift the siege on the Signal Corps," the source in…

_____ (2025-01-25). Sudanese journalist Yahya Hamad Fadlallah dies after army arrest. alaraby.co.uk

newarab (2025-01-25). US lawmakers find UAE provides weapons to Sudan RSF. newarab.com Two US lawmakers will keep trying to block arms sales to the A UAE official denied this. | The Sudanese army and the RSF together led a coup in 2021 removing Sudan's civilian leadership, but fell out less than two years later over plans to integrate their forces.

The Independent (2025-01-25). Court charges 3 officials for causing shs1.5bn loss. independent.co.ug Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Anti Corruption Court in Kampala has charged two officials from Kaliro District and an official from the Ministry of Finance, Planning, and Economic Development with causing a 1.5 billion shillings financial loss to the Government of Uganda. They are, Rebecca Kwagala, the Principal Human Resource Officer, and Godfrey …

The Independent (2025-01-25). Museveni commissions renovation of Kimaka Airfield. independent.co.ug Jinja, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | President Museveni has commissioned the refurbishment of Kimaka Airfield. Despite its strategic location, Jinja Airfield has been underutilised over the years. This has been attributed to its current state with a 1.8km by 30m murram runway, which cannot support landing for some aircraft. However, it has recently been used as …

The Independent (2025-01-25). Pader proposes 5-year strategy to combat stray animals. independent.co.ug Pader, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Authorities in Pader District have proposed a five-year strategy to address the growing issue of stray animals, which are destroying crops and worsening hunger in the region. The district agricultural officer, Seydou Adolatona Opoka, emphasized the urgency of the situation during a recent briefing. "Due to a poor mindset …

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