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A Warming World
In the past 60 years, every decade has been hotter than the last, and 2020 is on track to be among the hottest years yet. But the burden of extreme heat is not shared equally — it’s significantly worse for people at the bottom of the socioeconomic ladder. Extreme heat...
South Korea’s Comfort Women Suffer Embezzlement From Their Own Government
In May, former comfort woman turned activist Lee Yong-soo went public with accusations against Yoon Mee-hyang, the former head of The Korean Council for Justice and Remembrance, South Koreans, to the dismay of the South Koreans. The 92-year-old was a regular fixture...
Brexit Negotiations Are Poised to Become Chaotic
European policymakers rejected the latest Brexit plan from UK British Prime Minister Boris Johnson saying that the plan was unworkable. While the plan was not rejected outright, EU leaders said that in its current form it could not go forward. Basically, the plan in...
The Pitfalls of Pro Se (Self-Representation) When Facing Criminal Charges
Are you facing criminal charges and wondering if you should try to represent yourself? If so, you’re considering a risky move that will probably result in a conviction. Hiring a private attorney is your best chance for a reduced sentence or even getting your charges...
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Which countries, besides Russia, have assets frozen by the EU?
European Union leaders agreed not to use frozen Russian assets to help fund Ukraine’s defence in the ongoing war with Russia early on Friday.Instead, 90 billion euros ($106bn) will come from an interest-free loan provided by 23 out of the 27 EU member states. Hungary,...
Bangladesh on edge after killing of 2024 uprising activist triggers unrest
Bangladesh’s security forces have moved onto the streets of the capital, Dhaka, and other major cities after overnight violence erupted over the death of a prominent youth leader of the 2024 uprising, raising fears of further unrest ahead of February’s national...
EU announces $105bn loan to fund Ukraine’s defence against Russia
NewsFeedEuropean Union leaders have agreed to provide a $105bn interest-free loan to Ukraine for its defence over the next two years, but the money will not come from frozen Russian assets.Published On 19 Dec 202519 Dec 2025Click here to share on social...
Protesters burn buildings in Bangladesh after youth leader killed
NewsFeedViolent protests have erupted in Bangladesh, after the killing of youth leader Sharif Osman Hadi. Protesters burnt down buildings and vandalised offices, including the HQ of the largest daily newspaper. Hadi was standing as a candidate in elections scheduled...
EU agrees hefty $105bn Ukraine loan without using Russian assets
European Union leaders have agreed to provide an interest-free loan to Ukraine to meet its military and economic needs in its war with Russia for the next two years, EU Council President Antonio Costa has said.The leaders decided early on Friday to borrow cash...
Five killed as US military destroys two more vessels in Pacific Ocean
US military says ‘lethal kinetic strikes on two vessels’ killed three people in one craft and two in another.Published On 19 Dec 202519 Dec 2025Click here to share on social mediashare2ShareUnited States forces have killed five more people on board vessels in the...
Somalia’s 2026 election risks a legitimacy crisis
For the past 25 years, Somalia’s political transitions have not succeeded by accident. They were sustained through international engagement, pressure, and mediation aimed at preserving fragile political settlements. Today, however, Somalia stands at a dangerous...
Norway’s green transition is putting Sami culture at risk
I am a Sami reindeer herder from northern Norway. My family and I have herded reindeer for generations. It is not just our livelihood, but an integral part of Sami culture – a way of life built on respect for nature, community and continuity. We make our living from...
Man suspected in Brown U shooting, MIT professor’s killing found dead
Claudio Neves Valente a former Brown student and Portuguese national, has died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound.Published On 19 Dec 202519 Dec 2025Click here to share on social mediashare2ShareA man, who is suspected of killing two and wounding several others in a...
Australia PM Albanese launches gun ‘buyback’ plan after Bondi Beach attack
Albanese said Australia has more guns now than 30 years ago, when the country’s deadliest-ever mass shooting took place.Australia will launch a national gun buyback scheme, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced, as the country continues to come to terms with...
EU delays trade deal with South America’s Mercosur bloc as farmers protest
EU delays Mercosur trade deal until January amid farmer protests and opposition from France and Italy.The European Union has delayed a massive free-trade deal with South American countries amid protests by EU farmers and as last-minute opposition by France and Italy...
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,394
These are the key developments from day 1,394 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.Published On 19 Dec 202519 Dec 2025Click here to share on social mediashare2ShareHere is where things stand on Friday, December 19:Fighting Three people, including two crew members of a cargo...