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9+ min ago (774+ words) Solidarity demonstrations with Palestinians come as the death toll from Israel's war on Gaza passes 70,000. Palestine solidarity: Thousands attend marches around the world in support Tens of thousands of people have marched in cities across Europe, denouncing Israel's genocidal war on Gaza and demanding tougher global action against its continued and deadly violations of a United States-brokered ceasefire. The demonstrations, held to mark the United Nations International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People on Saturday, came as the death toll from Israel's war on Gaza surpassed 70,000 people. The latest victims include two boys, aged eight and 10, who were killed in an Israeli drone attack on the town of Bani Suheila, east of Khan Younis in southern Gaza. In the French capital, Paris, an estimated 50,000 marched along the city's major streets, chanting "Gaza, Gaza, Paris is with you" and "From…...

22+ min ago (519+ words) Kurdish authorities say one killed, several wounded in riots in Erbil's Gwer, as authorities try to restore power after attack on Khor Mor. By Ted Regencia and News Agencies A group of "rioters" have opened fire at fuel tanker trucks in the northern Iraqi governorate of Erbil, killing at least one person and wounding several others, Kurdish authorities said, days after a rocket attack on the region's Khor Mor gas field. In a statement carried by the Iraqi News Agency late on Saturday, the Ministry of Interior of the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) linked the shooting to the Khor Mor attack. The rocket attack hit a storage tank at the gas field, which is one of the region's largest facilities, late on Wednesday, leading to production shutdown and extensive power cuts. The ministry said the KRG sent liquid fuel to…...

33+ min ago (310+ words) NASUGBU, BATANGAS " The Baguio Central University Senior High School Science Club proudly represented the institution and the City of Baguio at the International Assembly of Youth for UNESCO 2025 held from November 20"23, 2025, at the Forest Crest Nature Hotel and Resort in Nasugbu, Batangas. With the theme, "Strength in Action: Harnessing the Collective Power of Youth to Lead with a Heart, Purpose, and Integrity," the assembly gathered young leaders from across the Philippines to engage in discussions, competitions, cultural exchanges, and policy development centered on peacebuilding, sustainable development, education, culture, and scientific advancement. Delegates proudly present OTOP treasures " Good Shepherd Ube Jam and Teo's Strawberry Flakes, showcasing the best flavors of our local heritage Club President Risabeth Bayan joined the Poster-Making Competition, while Ms. Anna Nicole Elizaga participated in the Essay Writing Competition. The delegates also proudly took part in the OTOP…...

1+ hour, 3+ min ago (54+ words) Adolfo Franco talks about the threat of US military action against Venezuela and what he thinks is the desired outcome. "Everything is on the table" for Trump in Venezuela Republican strategist Adolfo Franco talks about the threat of US military action against Venezuela and what he thinks is the Trump administration's desired outcome....

1+ hour, 15+ min ago (78+ words) Ukrainian forces used drones to attack two oil tankers in the Black Sea, alleged to be part of Russia's "shadow fleet. Ukraine hits two oil tankers in Black Sea targeting Russian 'shadow fleet' Ukrainian forces used drones to attack two oil tankers in the Black Sea, alleged to be part of Russias "shadow fleet used to evade sanctions. The Gambia-flagged ships, named Kairos and Virat, were said to be empty and are now out of service....

1+ hour, 18+ min ago (752+ words) Inside Pope Leo's tour of Lebanon's important Christian sites Gaza death toll tops 70,000 as Israel continues bombing Ayoub Khan urges fellow independents to rejoin UK's 'Your Party' As MAGA turns on Zionism, Israel First right stokes Islamophobia How Yalla! Let's Talk became the Arab diaspora's leading podcast Inside Amir: A quiet portrait of leaving Iran Lebanese are preparing to welcome Pope Leo XIV on Sunday for what many are calling a historic moment for the country. After years of overlapping crises, many hope the visit will offer a measure of comfort to a nation still recovering from the 2020 Beirut blast and living under the threat'of renewed war as Israeli attacks continue along the border. The three-day trip is expected to be one of the most significant papal visits to Lebanon in decades, with stops at some of the country's most…...

1+ hour, 26+ min ago (489+ words) President Sadyr Japarov aims to shore up power, with his allies set to win the polls amid clampdown on media and opposition. Polls are under way in Kyrgyzstan's snap parliamentary election, in which allies of President Sadyr Japarov are expected to win a resounding victory. Sunday's vote takes place with no formal parties or organised opposition, and it is set to cement Japarov's power. A populist and nationalist, Japarov has since 2020 established firm control of Kyrgyzstan, which was traditionally Central Asia's most democratic country. Victory for his allies would set the stage for a presidential election due in 2027, when Japarov is expected to seek another term. After Kyrgyzstan gained independence from the Soviet Union in 1991, the lively political life in the mountainous country of about 7 million was significant. In 2005, 2010 and 2020, Kyrgyz leaders were overthrown in street protests against elections that…...

1+ hour, 51+ min ago (415+ words) CNFF-25 Kickstarts at Jyoti Chitraban Guwahati: The 9th Chalachitram National Film Festival kicks off and starts at the Jyoti Chitraban film studio grounds in the Kahilipara locality. Dr. Sunil Mohanty, Asom Khetra prachar pramukh of Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh, inaugurated the" Nava J. Thakuria CNFF-25 Kickstarts at Jyoti Chitraban Guwahati: The 9th Chalachitram National Film Festival kicks off and starts at the Jyoti Chitraban film studio grounds in the Kahilipara locality. Dr. Sunil Mohanty, Asom Khetra prachar pramukh of Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh, inaugurated the annual two-day festival on 29 November 2025 by lighting sacred lamps in front of Bharat Mata's portrait and three cultural icons of Assam, including Bharat Ratna Dr. Bhupen Hazarika, whose year-long birth centenary celebrations continue, Zubeen Garg (as a tribute to him, special screening of "Mon Jai' was organised) and flutist Deepak Sarma. Addressing the distinguished gathering, Dr Mohanty insisted that a…...

2+ hour, 23+ min ago (651+ words) Lionel Messi's Inter Miami will host Vancouver in the MLS Cup final after a dominant victory against New York City FC. Inter Miami coach Javier Mascherano hailed Lionel Messi as "extraordinary" after the Argentinian superstar steered the club into their first Major League Soccer (MLS) Cup final with a 5-1 thrashing of New York City FC on Saturday. A Tadeo Allende hat-trick and goals from Mateo Silvetti and Telasco Segovia sent a revitalised Miami roaring into the championship game next Saturday at their home field in Fort Lauderdale. While Messi did not get on the scoresheet, the 38-year-old provided a crucial, classy assist for Miami's third goal scored by Silvetti that killed off the game as New York chased an equaliser. "Leo has accustomed us to the extraordinary," Mascherano said of his former Barcelona and Argentina teammate. "He's someone extraordinary, someone…...

2+ hour, 26+ min ago (524+ words) Venezuela responds defiantly to Trump comments about closing airspace above country, saying it doesn't accept foreign orders or threats The Venezuelan government has responded defiantly to heightened pressure by the US government, including Donald Trump's statements on Saturday that the airspace above and surrounding Venezuela is to be closed. In a statement, the Venezuelan government said Trump's comments were a "colonialist threat" against their sovereignty and violated international law. The government also said it demanded respect for its airspace and would not accept foreign orders or threats. Here are the key stories: Trump on Saturday, in a Truth Social post said: "To all Airlines, Pilots, Drug Dealers, and Human Traffickers, please consider THE AIRSPACE ABOVE AND SURROUNDING VENEZUELA TO BE CLOSED IN ITS ENTIRETY." Due to Trump's announcement, all migrant deportation flights were "unilaterally suspended", the Venezuelan government said. Deportation…...