Iran, Venezuela Discuss Industrial Collaboration CC BY  — TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranian and Venezuelan officials weighed plans for the expansion of cooperation between the two countries in the scientific, industrial, economic and commercial fields. ... Tasnim News Agency 1 min ⟶
Can Lula still save the Amazon? Attribution+  — The power imbalance in Brazil's government that keeps environmental protections and Indigenous rights under threat. ... Grist 7 min ⟶
Jailed Russian Mathematician Miftakhov Placed In Solitary Confinement Attribution+  — Noted Russian mathematician and political prisoner Azat Miftakhov has been placed in solitary confinement for seven days, following his complaints about threats from his cellmate. ... Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty 11 min ⟶
How do you define climate adaptation? Here are 10,000 ways. Attribution+  — At COP29, a decade-long effort to realize the ambitions of the Paris agreement could give the world a way to measure the success of climate adaptation. ... Grist 16 min ⟶
Volcano on Iceland's Reykjanes Peninsula erupts for the 7th time in a year Public Domain  — The eruptions have damaged infrastructure and property and forced many residents to relocate ... Voice of America 24 min ⟶
Scenes from a zama zama rescue CC BY-ND  — “They wanted us to go and rescue these guys, but it’s impossible.” ... GroundUp 24 min ⟶
Malian junta sacks civilian PM and his government Attribution+  —  Mali's junta chief has sacked civilian Prime Minister Choguel Kokalla Maiga and the government, days after Maiga issued a rare criticism of the military rulers. ... Radio France Internationale 32 min ⟶
VATICAN - Pope Francis: "The Catholic Church in Iran is not against the government; to say otherwis... CC BY  — Vatican City - "The life of the Catholic Church in Iran, a “little flock”, is very close to my heart. The Church is not against the government; to say otherwise is a lie". This was stated by Pope Francis who met this morning, before the general audience, in the small hall of the Paul VI Audience Hall, the participants in the XII Colloquium of the Dicastery for Interreligious Dialogue with the "Center for Interreligious and Intercultural Dialogue" of Tehran, which is taking place these days at the Vatican. "I am aware of its situation and the challenges it faces as it perseveres in bearing witness to Christ and contributing, quietly but significantly, to the good of society as a whole, while rejecting all religious, ethnic or political discrimination", added the Pontiff, referring to the Catholic Church in Iran. Among those present at the meeting with the Pope was the Conventual Franciscan Dominic Joseph Mathieu, Archbishop of Tehran-Isfahan of the Latins and future Cardinal. And after the new threats of an escalation of the conflict between Russia and the Western North Atlantic to the point of using nuclear weapons, the Bishop of Rome relaunched the appeal for peace for this world "divided and rent by hatred, hostility, wars and the threat of a nuclear conflict". It is therefore necessary to "pray" and "work for dialogue, reconciliation, peace, security and the integral development of all humanity". "We can read the latest threat in today’s newspapers," the Pope said before the members of the Center for Interreligious and Intercultural Dialogue in Tehran. "This situation - the Pontiff concluded - prompts us, as believers in the God of Peace, to pray and work for dialogue, reconciliation, peace, security and the integral development of all humanity. We profess our faith in the all-powerful God of love. The commitment to peace that we can demonstrate together will make us credible in the eyes of the world and above all to future generations." ... Agenzia Fides 33 min ⟶
Early childhood development groups picket for increased funding CC BY-ND  — They want the per-child daily subsidy increased from R17 to R23 ... GroundUp 34 min ⟶
Kachin fighters take town from Myanmar military, border guard force Attribution+  — Forces led by the Kachin Independence Army (KIA) have now fully captured Kachin State’s Special Region 1, a resource-rich territory previously controlled semi-autonomously by a junta-allied Border Guard Force (BGF) ... Myanmar Now 37 min ⟶
Philippines death toll rises to 12 Public Domain  — It was the sixth major storm in a month to strike the Philippines ... Voice of America 44 min ⟶
US regulators seek to break up Google, forcing Chrome sale Public Domain  — Moves would be part of monopoly punishment ... Voice of America 44 min ⟶
A 2022 video of party workers manhandling AAP MLA Gulab Singh is shared as a recent incident with a ... CC BY  — A viral video (here, here, and here) on social media allegedly shows people of Delhi beating the Aam Aadmi Party leaders over freebies. The post’s description states that the people of Delhi have started to thrash AAP leaders for ignoring them and focusing on Muslim appeasement. This video is being shared in the run-up to [...] The post A 2022 video of party workers manhandling AAP MLA Gulab Singh is shared as a recent incident with a false communal narrative appeared first on FACTLY. ... Factly 52 min ⟶
Russia’s tax on interest income from bank deposits expected to bring over $1.1 billion in 2024 CC BY  — Russia’s Federal Tax Service (FNS) has assessed the total tax on interest income from bank deposits made by Russian residents at 114 billion rubles ($1.1 billion) for 2023, surpassing the Finance Ministry’s projections by 12.2 percent, the agency’s head, Daniil Egorov, told RBC. ... Meduza 56 min ⟶
Russia launches first intercontinental ballistic missile at Ukraine, Kyiv says CC BY  — Russian forces launched an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) at Ukraine on Thursday morning, according to Ukraine’s Air Force. ... Meduza 56 min ⟶
SLAPP in Croatia, a plague CC BY-NC-ND  — Over a thousand lawsuits filed between 2016 and 2023 against journalists and media outlets, nearly half of which are SLAPPs, or strategic lawsuits against public participation. These are frivolous lawsuits that aim to silence freedom of expression ... Osservatorio Balcani e Caucaso 1 hr ⟶
Adriatic views: Zadar CC BY-NC-ND  — Zadar, Croatia. For some it was once “the Venice on the other shore”. The history of Zadar sums up that of many other European cities, in the intertwining of different people and cultures, of thousand-years-old arts and architecture ... Osservatorio Balcani e Caucaso 1 hr ⟶
Man who climbed Moscow billboard with banner reading ‘Putin, where are you, bitch, make room for me’... CC BY  — A man arrested last week in Moscow for climbing a billboard and displaying a banner that read, “Putin, where are you, bitch, make room for me,” has been sentenced to 15 days in jail on charges of disobeying police, according to the TV network RTVI. ... Meduza 1 hr ⟶
Muslim Unity to Foil US, Israeli Plots: Pezeshkian CC BY  — TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said unity and solidarity among Muslim nations will thwart the plots hatched by the US and the Israeli regime. ... Tasnim News Agency 1 hr ⟶
'We Are Scared': Frontline Ukrainian Residents Prepare To Leave Amid Russian Strikes On Kupyansk (Vi... Attribution+  — The Russian Army is positioned only a few kilometers from Kupyansk, a city in Ukraine's Kharkiv region where some 4,000 people still live. Current Time correspondent Borys Sachalko spoke with locals about how they manage to live in the embattled city amid daily Russian attacks. ... Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty 1 hr ⟶
VATICAN/GENERAL AUDIENCE - Pope Francis: charisms are gifts given to some to be useful to all CC BY  — Vatican City - What are charisms? Pope Francis answered this question during today's General Audience. The Pontiff, continuing the cycle of catechesis on the Holy Spirit, began his reflection by quoting the conciliar constitution Lumen Gentium, which in number 12 says: "it is not only through the sacraments and the ministries of the Church that the Holy Spirit sanctifies and leads the people of God and enriches it with virtues, but, ‘allotting his gifts to everyone according as He wills’ ". Therefore, after speaking of the sanctifying work of the Holy Spirit that is carried out in the sacraments, in prayer and following the example of the Mother of God, for the Bishop of Rome "the moment has arrived to talk also about this second way the Holy Spirit works, which is charismatic action". There are two elements that help to define what charism is. First, “the charism is the gift given ‘for the common good,’ to be useful to everyone. It is not, in other words, destined principally and ordinarily for the sanctification of the person, but for the “service” of the community.” Secondly, the Pope explained, “the charism is the gift given “to one”, or “to some” in particular, not to everyone in the same way, and this is what distinguishes it from sanctifying grace, from the theological virtues and from the sacraments, which instead are the same and common to all.” In other words, the Bishop of Rome added, “Charisms are the “jewels” or the ornaments that the Holy Spirit distributes to make the Bride of Christ more beautiful.” The Pope then quoted the words of his predecessor, Benedict XVI, in the homily of the Chrism Mass in 2012: “Anyone who considers the history of the post-conciliar era can recognize the process of true renewal, which often took unexpected forms in living movements and made almost tangible the inexhaustible vitality of the holy Church”.According to Pope Francis, it is important to “rediscover the charisms, because this ensures that the promotion of the laity, and of women in particular, is understood not only as an institutional and sociological fact, but also in its biblical and spiritual dimension. Indeed, the laity are not the least, no, they laity are not a form of external collaborator or auxiliary troops of the clergy, no! They have their own charisms and gifts with which to contribute to the mission of the Church.” And he warned: “When we talk about the charisms, we must immediately dispel a misunderstanding: that of identifying them with spectacular or extraordinary gifts and capabilities; instead, they are ordinary gifts that assume extraordinary value if inspired by the Holy Spirit and embodied with love in situations of life. Such an interpretation of the charism is important, because many Christians, when they hear talk of charisms, experience sadness or disappointment, as they are convinced that they do not possess any, and feel they are excluded or second-class Christians.” At the end of the audience, the Pope announced the dates of canonization of Carlo Acutis and Pier Giorgio Frassati by surprise: “Next year, during the Jubilee for Adolescents , I will canonize Blessed Carlo Acutis, and that on the Jubilee for Young People, next year , I will canonize Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati.” Then the announcement of an event at the Vatican in defense of the rights of children: “On the occasion of the International Day of the Rights of Children and Adolescents, I wish to announce that next 3 February the World Meeting on Children’s Rights, entitled “Love them and protect them”, will take place here in the Vatican, with the participation of experts and figures from various countries. It will be an opportunity to identify new ways of assisting and protecting millions of children who are still without rights, who live in precarious conditions, who are exploited and abused, and who suffer the dramatic consequences of wars.” “There is a group of children preparing for this Day,” said the Pontiff, while a group of children from the square “invaded” the scene to greet the Pope, who thanked them and embraced the little ones. A thousand days after the conflict, he again called for peace in Ukraine: “A tragic milestone for the victims and for the destruction it has caused, but at the same time a shameful catastrophe for the whole of humanity! However, this must not discourage us from continuing to stand beside the tormented Ukrainian people, nor from imploring for peace and working to make weapons give way to dialogue and confrontation to encounter,” were the words of the Pope, welcomed with emotion by Olena Zelenska, wife of President Zelensky, who was present in St. Peter's Square and with whom the Pope had a private conversation before the General Audience. The Bishop of Rome said: “The other day I received a letter from a university student from Ukraine”. And before giving the blessing, the Pontiff read part of the text of the letter: “Father, when on Wednesday you remember my country, and will have the opportunity to speak to the entire world about the thousandth day of this terrible war, I beg you, do not speak only of our sufferings, but also bear witness to our faith: although it is imperfect, its value does not diminish, it paints a picture of the Risen Christ with painful brushstrokes.” ... Agenzia Fides 1 hr ⟶
Saving Lives, Changing Minds: How Portugal is Winning the War on Drugs CC BY-ND  — Portugal has taken a bold step in its way out of the drug crisis, addressing drug use by choosing to focus on health and support instead of punishment—and the results are remarkable. Since decriminalizing drug possession in 2001, drug-related deaths have dropped sharply, HIV infections have declined, and more people are accessing support services. Portugal’s […] The post Saving Lives, Changing Minds: How Portugal is Winning the War on Drugs appeared first on TheBetter.news. ... Scoop.me 1 hr ⟶
Resource Conflicts CC BY-NC-ND  — Jal, jungle, zameen ... People's Archive of Rural India 1 hr ⟶
Failed assassination attempt sparks speculations of power struggle in Uzbekistan CC BY  — The timing of the incident stirred discussions of a possible power struggle unfolding among different groups close to President Shavkat Mirziyoyev to solidify their position as his future successor. ... Global Voices 1 hr ⟶
  Australian teen dies after alcohol poisoning in Laos Public Domain  — Four people have died since group became sick last week ... Voice of America 1 hr ⟶
Russian attack causes damage in Ukraine’s Dnipropetrovsk region Public Domain  — Defense chief Lloyd Austin says US sending antipersonnel mines aimed at slowing advance of Russian ground troops ... Voice of America 1 hr ⟶
Ministry confirms no restriction on amount of sewage Cape Town may pump out to sea CC BY-ND  — Clarity given after City’s claim that it is still limited by historic licence conditions ... GroundUp 1 hr ⟶
‘Sowing the Seed:’ The Museba Project’s Ambitious Investigative Journalism in Central Africa CC BY-NC  — Since its inception, the Cameroon-based journalism collective has had a double mission: first to train journalists, and then to encourage them to work together. ... Global Investigative Journalism Network 1 hr ⟶
Unable to service engines due to sanctions, Russian airlines have reportedly now grounded half of th... CC BY  — As of mid-November, Russian airlines have grounded 34 out of the 66 Airbus A320neo and A321neo planes in their fleets, Kommersant reports. ... Meduza 1 hr ⟶
ASIA/SOUTH KOREA - Blessed Carlo Acutis is "the first young person to participate in WYD in Korea" CC BY  — Seoul - Blessed Carlo Acutis will be a source of inspiration and a "true friend" for young Koreans and all those who will participate in World Youth Day 2027 in Korea. With this certainty, the organizers requested a relic of the young Italian Blessed: 16 fragments of Acutis' hair, preserved in a reliquary, and accompanied by a certificate of authenticity, departed from the Sanctuary of the Spoliation in Assisi , which has now been delivered to the Archbishop of Seoul, Peter Soon-taick Chung. According to the Organizing Committee, this is "an important occasion, with a view to the preparations for World Youth Day 2027 in Seoul". The Archdiocese of Seoul and the entire Catholic community in Korea "look forward to making known the message of Blessed Charles Acutis in view of the upcoming World Youth Day, so that his journey of faith will resonate deeply in the hearts of young people in Korea and many other nations," says the Committee. What the young Koreans. What is impressive, according to a statement, is the fact that the blessed, who is known for his deep devotion to Christ and the Church, is called "God's Influencer" because he used the Internet as a means of spreading the faith in Jesus and, among other things, compiled a list of Eucharistic miracles and Marian apparitions on a website. "His innovative approach to evangelization has left an indelible impact on countless young people around the world," the statement said, and "his legacy of unwavering faith and devotion will continue to inspire young people in the future." Archbishop Chung was present at the ceremonial handover of the relics, as were several members of the event committee and a group of young representatives of the Korean community. Symbolically, according to a statement from the Archdiocese of Seoul, "Blessed Charles Acutis is the first young person to visit Korea in the spirit of World Youth Day. His presence will strengthen the Archdiocese in its commitment to involve young people in the next celebration of faith that the Korean Bishops wish to be "not only a gathering for young people of the Catholic faith, but can also involve young people of other religions," so as to become a great gathering that proclaims Jesus Christ and his Gospel in Korea and throughout Asia. In July 2024, Pope Francis and the Consistory of Cardinals officially approved to canonize Blessed Carlo Acutis. The canonization ceremony will take place as part of the celebrations for the upcoming Holy Year on April 27, 2025. ... Agenzia Fides 1 hr ⟶
AFRICA/SOMALIA - Somaliland: The Opposition Wins the Presidential Elections amid Changes and Regiona... CC BY  — Hargeisa - The presidential elections of November 13, 2024, with the election of Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi of the opposition Waddani party, represent a significant turning point for Somaliland. Abdullahi received 63.92% of the vote, replacing the outgoing Muse Bihi Abdi, who received 34.81%. The election result reflects the people's desire for change and can be considered a political turning point for this self-proclaimed independent region. The electoral campaign was marked by intense debates on key issues such as the economy, democracy, regional relations and the long-standing question of international recognition of Somaliland. Among the most controversial measures taken by the outgoing government was an agreement with Ethiopia, which provoked much criticism. The agreement, which granted Ethiopia access to the sea in exchange for recognition of Somaliland's sovereignty , was strongly contested by the Somali government, which saw it as a violation of its territorial integrity. This contributed to tensions not only in Somalia but also throughout the Horn of Africa. The change of power therefore comes at a difficult time, even if the previous regional conflict in Las Anod has currently ended . The tensions in the region at the time, which also involved Puntland, highlighted the fragility of Somaliland's internal and external relations. The outgoing government was criticized for its handling of the crisis, and the population expressed a desire for political change in the current election that would consolidate stability. Despite some procedural concerns, the international community praised the electoral process for its transparency and fairness. The high turnout of over a million people underscores the commitment of the people of Somaliland to consolidating democracy. Abdullahi, a veteran politician whose career began in 2002 and who served as Speaker of the House of Representatives for nearly 12 years, now faces major challenges, including managing relations with Ethiopia and Somalia and promoting dialogue with Mogadishu. International recognition of Somaliland remains a priority, but will be difficult to achieve without regional and global consensus. Abdullahi's election marks the beginning of a new era for Somaliland, raising hopes for greater political stability, sustainable economic development and a renewed commitment to peace. But questions remain about how the new leadership will deal with the remaining tensions related to Las Anod, even if the conflict is formally over. The ability of the new president to strengthen dialogue and find a common solution with all parties involved within Somalia will be crucial for the future of Somaliland, both in terms of internal stability and the consolidation of its democratic institutions. ... Agenzia Fides 1 hr ⟶
AFRICA/GABON - New Constitution approved, an important step towards the return to civilian rule afte... CC BY  — Libreville - With 91.8% of the vote, Gabon's new Constitution was approved in the referendum held on November 16. The turnout was 53.54%, below initial estimates . "This is an important step towards the return to constitutional order after the coup in 2023," commented the President of the African Union Commission, Moussa Faki Mahamat. At the end of August last year, the military seized power in a bloodless coup, overthrowing the government of President Ali Bongo Ondimba, who had succeeded his father in power since 1967 . Interim President Brice Oligui Nguema had promised that the military would return power to the civilian population after a transitional period. The approval of the new Constitution is an important step in this process of returning to democracy, which will lead to the presidential and parliamentary elections scheduled for August 2025. General Oligui makes no secret of his intention to run for the office of Head of State in these elections. For this reason, the constitutional referendum was important to ensure the fairness of the electoral process under the military regime. Last year's coup took place following disputed elections on August 26, which favored then-President Ali Bongo Ondimba . About 30 electoral observation missions were deployed for the constitutional referendum, but in some polling stations independent observers were not allowed to observe the counting of the ballots. The ballots were destroyed after the counting of the votes was completed, in accordance with current regulations. The new 173-article constitution provides for a presidential system with a president with extensive powers whose term of office is seven years and can be extended for a further term. But it also provides that the provision for two consecutive presidential terms cannot be the subject of a constitutional amendment, in order to avoid the introduction of a presidential regime for life. Nor can the provision allowing marriage only with persons of the opposite sex be the subject of a constitutional amendment. On the eve of the referendum, the bishops had stated that they left it to the freedom of conscience of the Catholic faithful to vote for or against the new Constitution, but warned them not to be misled by false information circulating on traditional and social media. To this end, Mgr. Jean Patrick Iba-Ba, Archbishop of Libreville, had released a special leaflet. ... Agenzia Fides 1 hr ⟶
AMERICA/PUERTO RICO - Archbishop Nappa at CAM6: Let us all return to the "first Announcement", the e... CC BY  — Ponce - The second day of the sixth edition of the American Missionary Congress is underway, which began yesterday with a festive and participatory Eucharistic celebration in the "Juan Pachín Vicéns" Auditorium in Ponce. After the celebration, the work continued at the Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico. The first day, which included institutional greetings and a theological and methodological introduction to the Congress, culminated with the presentation of Monsignor Roberto González Nieves, Archbishop of San Juan, who addressed the historical role of Puerto Rico in the faith of America, highlighting the arrival of Alonso Manso, the first Bishop on the continent. This morning, the Congress continued with a presentation by Archbishop Raúl Biord Castillo, Archbishop of Caracas, who opened the day's work. Then, Archbishop Emilio Nappa, President of the Pontifical Mission Societies , based on three key words: "go, invite and banquet" from the Holy Father's message for World Mission Day 2024, explained the meaning of the mission, referring to various Gospel texts and the Pope's messages on the last three World Mission Days. “Go! Mission is movement. It always implies a setting in motion. "The mission is a tireless going out to all humanity to invite it to encounter and communion with God", Pope Francis tells us - said Archbishop Nappa -. Sometimes we can travel the entire world while remaining closed in on ourselves. At other times, however, by remaining in the same place, one opens up to share the anguish and joys of an unknown and boundless humanity. Our Church, here in America, is also called to move in order to be authentically missionary.” Referring then to the message of World Mission Day 2022 “You will be my witnesses”, which inspired the organizers of CAM6 for the motto of this year's edition, the President of the PMS recalled that the Pope, commenting on Christ's statement to the disciples “you will be my witnesses to the ends of the earth”, writes: “The indication ‘to the ends of the earth’ must challenge the disciples of Jesus in every age and always encourage them to go beyond the usual places to bear witness to Him.” The second word on which the President of the PMS focused is “invite”, which is also at the heart of the proclamation of the Gospel. “Being a missionary means being the bearer of an invitation from Another,” explained Archbishop Nappa. “We cannot and must not tire of announcing the Gospel, engaging in genuine and profound dialogue with all cultural and social contexts. It is not a question of imposing or proselytising. This invitation must reach every corner, not only in a geographical sense, but also existentially!” Regarding the “geography” of the mission, the President of the PMS pointed out that today the clear distinction between “first” and “new” evangelization seems to have been overcome. He said in this regard: “We are increasingly witnessing an osmosis between territories and peoples of ancient and recent evangelization. We are often surprised by the freshness and enthusiasm of the brothers and sisters of the young Churches, to whom my daily work is mainly directed. But we too, here in the West, which seems tired and distracted, still have something to give... with our tradition which must be revived, rejuvenated... with our strengths and also our failures, which can be a useful reminder for the younger Churches. We are all called to return again and again to that 'first proclamation', the ever-living source of all the Church's work.” Finally, the word “banquet”, an eloquent and intense sign of sharing, was addressed by the President of the PMS. “God has prepared a banquet for us and wants us to be his guests; the proclamation of the Gospel, so as not to remain a mere 'proclamation', must become something to be shared,” the President stressed. “Living the mission must lead us to share our resources, to redistribute wealth.” ... Agenzia Fides 1 hr ⟶
Russian court sentences history teacher to three years in prison for ‘justifying terrorism’ over Cri... CC BY  — A Russian court has sentenced Alexey Pokazanyev, a 30-year-old history and social studies teacher, to three years in prison for “justifying terrorism,” according to the court’s press service. ... Meduza 1 hr ⟶
Who is the Tallinn resident who marched in Berlin with the Russian flag? CC BY-SA  —  ... Propastop 2 hr ⟶
[Commentary] The risk of a potential circulation change in the Atlantic adds to climate worries CC BY-ND  —  In October this year, a group of climate scientists wrote an open letter to the Nordic Council of Ministers, expressing their concerns about the serious risk of a major ocean circulation change in the Atlantic ocean. This letter published online and signed by eminent climate scientists, argues that the danger of a weakening ocean circulation […] ... Mongabay 2 hr ⟶
Karitchi, no longer a forgotten condiment of Garo cuisine CC BY-ND  — In the remote landlocked regions of India, especially in the hilly areas, salt was once an expensive and rare commodity. The Northeast had to rely on sea salt brought in through long and difficult trade routes, making it scarce and costly for the common people. Salt was a prized item in the barter system, often… Continue reading Karitchi, no longer a forgotten condiment of Garo cuisine The post Karitchi, no longer a forgotten condiment of Garo cuisine appeared first on Village Square. ... Village Square 2 hr ⟶
Russian PR expert jailed for online post after accompanying Evan Gershkovich on reporting trip asks ... CC BY  — Russian activist and PR expert Yaroslav Shirshikov, who is serving a five-year prison sentence in Yekaterinburg on “justifying terrorism” charges for an online post, has asked the Russian authorities not to include him in any future prisoner change. ... Meduza 2 hr ⟶
Russia Fires Intercontinental Ballistic Missile In 'Massive' Attack, Ukraine Says Attribution+  — Russia launched a massive missile attack early on November 21 on Ukraine that caused damage in at least two regions, Ukraine's air force and regional leaders reported, as the whole country was under an air-raid alert for several hours. ... Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty 2 hr ⟶
Wheels in motion for railway strike action across France Attribution+  —  The four trade unions at France's rail company SNCF are calling for a general strike and protest marches on Thursday, ahead of a rolling strike mid December. They are angry over the proposed dismantling of freight operations and the opening of regional lines to competition. ... Radio France Internationale 2 hr ⟶
Daughter of jailed Eritrean journalist continues to fight for his release Public Domain  — In an interview with VOA, Betlehem Isaak discusses her father's legacy and the fight for press freedom in Eritrea ... Voice of America 2 hr ⟶
Biden administration plans to forgive half of Ukraine’s $9 billion loan — Bloomberg CC BY  — The Biden administration has informed Congress of plans to forgive $4.65 billion of Ukraine’s $9 billion loan, Bloomberg reported. ... Meduza 2 hr ⟶
Ukraine can’t afford to lose tens of thousands of lives to reclaim Crimea, says Zelensky CC BY  — Ukraine can’t afford to lose tens of thousands of lives to reclaim Crimea, but the peninsula could be returned through diplomacy, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said in an interview with Fox News published on Wednesday. ... Meduza 2 hr ⟶
Family physicians poised for bigger role in public healthcare – after years on the sidelines CC BY-ND  — Around twenty years ago, family physicians seemed set to take up roles as critical cogs across South Africa’s public healthcare system, but in the years since, doctors trained in this speciality have largely been underutilised. That is now finally set to change, according to the Department of Health, Chris Bateman reports. The post Family physicians poised for bigger role in public healthcare – after years on the sidelines appeared first on Spotlight. ... Spotlight 2 hr ⟶
‘Rashtriya Ujala’ news clip claiming Maulana Sajjad Nomani demanded MVA to transfer farmers’ land to... CC BY  — A newspaper clipping (here, here, and here) is being widely circulated across social media platforms, allegedly claiming that Maulana Sajjad Nomani, a member of the All-India Muslim Personal Law Board, stated that if the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) alliance wins in Maharashtra, they will demand that farmers’ lands and Hindu religious sites be transferred to the [...] The post ‘Rashtriya Ujala’ news clip claiming Maulana Sajjad Nomani demanded MVA to transfer farmers’ land to Waqf board is fake appeared first on FACTLY. ... Factly 2 hr ⟶
No, US president-elect Donald Trump didn’t tweet about restoring ‘electoral integrity’ in Africa Attribution+  — A screenshot of what ... Africa Check 2 hr ⟶
No, viral image does not show Nigerian president Bola Tinubu on a hospital bed Attribution+  — An image circulating on Facebook appears to show Nigeria’s president Bola Tinubu ... Africa Check 2 hr ⟶
Did Nigeria’s president Bola Tinubu promise to ‘slow down the economy and widen the tax net’ in this... Attribution+  — “This man said in broad daylight that he would ‘reduce the purchasing power of the people, slow down the economy and widen the tax net,’ and you voted him in?”.  ... Africa Check 2 hr ⟶
Developing nations demand public grants, not loans, at COP29 finance talks CC BY-ND  —  Negotiations at COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan have intensified, with a few days left to build consensus over climate finance. In this final stretch, developing countries, particularly those facing debt crises, have called for prioritising public finance over private finance, raising concerns about accessibility and adequacy of market-based mechanisms. Parties at COP29, where the focus has […] ... Mongabay 2 hr ⟶
UN Envoy Dismisses Political Resolution on Human Rights in Iran CC BY  — TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran’s deputy permanent representative to the United Nations vehemently rejected an “unjust and politically motivated” resolution, initiated by Canada, concerning the human rights situation in Iran. ... Tasnim News Agency 3 hr ⟶
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