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As Russia continues its war of aggression against Ukraine, Brussels proposed Thursday to extend four European transport corridors to Ukraine and Moldova, including the ports of Mariupol and Odessa.
Russia's war has in particular highlighted the EU's vulnerability to unforeseen events beyond the Union's borders, and has had major impact on global markets such as global food security. EU Business: Brussels to extend transport corridors to Ukraine, Moldova -July 28. 2022 
"There is no doubt that significant gaps remain in sanctions policy across the US and EU, which need to be closed urgently to further choke the inflow of revenue from commodity exports into the Kremlin's coffers," the Yale report said.
But the capital flight alone meant six months of war had undone three decades of growth, it added. The corporate retreat was compounded by rich Russians, who had moved at least $70bn out of the country. At the same time, Russia had lost EU export markets and Russian industry was struggling to maintain production due to lack of Western parts and technology, the Yale survey added. --EU Observer: US and EU sanctions 'crippling' Russia, Yale study finds - July 19,2022 
"We must remain unified today and tomorrow and the day after ... it will not be easy. There will be cost, but it's a price we have to pay because the darkness that drives autocracy is only no match for the flame of liberty that lights the souls of free people everywhere......In the perennial struggle for democracy and freedom, Ukraine and its people are on the front lines, fighting to save their nation and their brave resistance is part of a larger fight for essential democratic principles that unite all free people." President Joe Biden 3.26.22
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russia
Mar 24, 2022: abc Religion & Ethics: Will ostracising Russia bring about an end to the war in Ukraine? The Western media’s narrative might be morally satisfying, but it could prove counterproductive
Putin’s war on Ukraine is an appalling event whose consequences will be with us for a long time. Everything is now worse as a result — from geopolitics to the everyday lives of Ukrainians and, for that matter, Russians. The old Cold War division of the world into two hostile camps is making a comeback, the world economy is under heavy pressure, Europe’s refugee crisis has deepened, many of Ukraine’s cities has been brutally damaged and millions of Ukrainians have been forced to flee the country. Foreign policy hawks are resurgent in the United States and elsewhere; political repression in Russia has intensified.
Putin’s war on Ukraine is an appalling event whose consequences will be with us for a long time. Everything is now worse as a result — from geopolitics to the everyday lives of Ukrainians and, for that matter, Russians. The old Cold War division of the world into two hostile camps is making a comeback, the world economy is under heavy pressure, Europe’s refugee crisis has deepened, many of Ukraine’s cities has been brutally damaged and millions of Ukrainians have been forced to flee the country. Foreign policy hawks are resurgent in the United States and elsewhere; political repression in Russia has intensified.
Nov 16, 2022: Business Insider: Putin says Russia must undergo a 'self-cleansing of society' to purge 'bastards and traitors' as thousands flee the country
Russian President Vladimir Putin said Wednesday Russia must undergo a "self-cleansing of society."
Russian President Vladimir Putin said Wednesday Russia must undergo a "self-cleansing of society."
ukraine
March 7, 2022: Raw Story: Russian military communications intercepted after they destroyed 4G towers needed for secure calls
On Monday, following reports of the combat death of Russian General-major Vitaly Gerasimov near Kharkiv, Ukraine, Christo Grozev, the executive director of investigative journalism and intelligence group Bellingcat, reported that Russian forces relaying the news back to their superiors were forced to use an insecure phone line with a local sim card — that was promptly intercepted.
On Monday, following reports of the combat death of Russian General-major Vitaly Gerasimov near Kharkiv, Ukraine, Christo Grozev, the executive director of investigative journalism and intelligence group Bellingcat, reported that Russian forces relaying the news back to their superiors were forced to use an insecure phone line with a local sim card — that was promptly intercepted.
Mar 6, 2022: MSNBC: TikTok suspends livestreams, uploads from Russia
Video sharing app TikTok will limit operations in Russia. In a statement, TikTok said, “In light of Russia’s new ‘fake news’ law, we have no choice but to suspend livestreaming and new content to our video service.”
Video sharing app TikTok will limit operations in Russia. In a statement, TikTok said, “In light of Russia’s new ‘fake news’ law, we have no choice but to suspend livestreaming and new content to our video service.”
Feb 28, 2022: Sight Magazine: Hong Kong facilities for storing dead bodies stretched as COVID deaths climb
Facilities for storing dead bodies at hospitals and public mortuaries in Hong Kong are struggling to keep pace with a record number of COVID-19 infections and deaths, eclipsing authorities attempts to control a deepening outbreak.
Facilities for storing dead bodies at hospitals and public mortuaries in Hong Kong are struggling to keep pace with a record number of COVID-19 infections and deaths, eclipsing authorities attempts to control a deepening outbreak.
Feb 28, 2022: Seattle Times: Ukraine seeks to join EU as round of talks with Russia ends
Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy posted photos of himself signing the EU application, a largely symbolic move for now that could take years to become reality and is unlikely to sit well with Russian President Vladimir Putin, who has long accused the West of trying to pull Ukraine into its orbit.
Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy posted photos of himself signing the EU application, a largely symbolic move for now that could take years to become reality and is unlikely to sit well with Russian President Vladimir Putin, who has long accused the West of trying to pull Ukraine into its orbit.
Feb 27, 2022: New York Times: In Foreign Policy U-turn, Germany Ups Military Spending, Arms Ukraine
It took an invasion of a sovereign country nearby, threats of nuclear attack, images of civilians facing off against Russian tanks and a spate of shaming from allies for Germany to shake its decades-long faith in a military-averse foreign policy that was born of the crimes of the Third Reich.
It took an invasion of a sovereign country nearby, threats of nuclear attack, images of civilians facing off against Russian tanks and a spate of shaming from allies for Germany to shake its decades-long faith in a military-averse foreign policy that was born of the crimes of the Third Reich.
Feb 26, 2022: Fox 5: Pro-Ukraine rallies held across NYC
Hundreds of people protesting Russia's invasion of Ukraine and Russian President Vladimir Putin marched and protested all across New York City again on Saturday.
One of the largest rallies so far was held in Times Square, where protesters marched and drove through the streets in protest of the attack on Ukraine.
Hundreds of people protesting Russia's invasion of Ukraine and Russian President Vladimir Putin marched and protested all across New York City again on Saturday.
One of the largest rallies so far was held in Times Square, where protesters marched and drove through the streets in protest of the attack on Ukraine.
Feb 25, 2022: Radio Free Europe: UN Warns Russian Invasion Could Force 4 Million Ukrainians To Flee
The United Nations is preparing for up to 4 million refugees from Ukraine if Russia's war against the country continues to escalate.
At least 100,000 people have been uprooted in Ukraine after fleeing their homes following the Russian invasion, while several thousand have already crossed into neighboring countries including Moldova, Romania, and Poland, UN refugee agency spokesperson Shabia Mantoo told a briefing in Geneva on February 25. The UN agency said it stands ready to provide assistance to Ukrainians seeking to escape.
The United Nations is preparing for up to 4 million refugees from Ukraine if Russia's war against the country continues to escalate.
At least 100,000 people have been uprooted in Ukraine after fleeing their homes following the Russian invasion, while several thousand have already crossed into neighboring countries including Moldova, Romania, and Poland, UN refugee agency spokesperson Shabia Mantoo told a briefing in Geneva on February 25. The UN agency said it stands ready to provide assistance to Ukrainians seeking to escape.
taiwan
Feb 25, 2022: Radio Free Asia: Taiwan joins sanctions against Russia, including semiconductor export ban
Democratic Taiwan on Friday said it would join the U.S. and its allies in imposing sanctions on Russia following its invasion of Ukraine, in a move that will disrupt exports of cutting-edge technology from the world's biggest contract chip-maker, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC).
Democratic Taiwan on Friday said it would join the U.S. and its allies in imposing sanctions on Russia following its invasion of Ukraine, in a move that will disrupt exports of cutting-edge technology from the world's biggest contract chip-maker, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC).
russia
Feb 24, 2022: Politico: Republicans' responses to Russia's invasion of Ukraine fall into 3 broad categories. Let us break them down for you.
There's the establishment camp, the anti-Biden but also anti-Putin one — and then there's the MAGA one.
There's the establishment camp, the anti-Biden but also anti-Putin one — and then there's the MAGA one.
Feb 24, 2022: Phillipines Star: Russia-Ukraine tensions
South Korea will join international economic sanctions against Russia over its "armed invasion" of Ukraine, President Moon Jae-in says.
The sovereignty, territorial integrity and independence of Ukraine must be guaran
South Korea will join international economic sanctions against Russia over its "armed invasion" of Ukraine, President Moon Jae-in says.
The sovereignty, territorial integrity and independence of Ukraine must be guaran
Feb 24, 2022: People: Wrenching Scenes from the Start of War as Russia Invades Ukraine
The first explosions were reportedly heard early on Feb. 24 as Russia began its long feared invasion of Ukraine. Russian President Vladimir Putin's full-scale attack — which he continues to insist is for "peacekeeping," as the international community condemns him — has forced Ukrainian residents to prepare bags with necessities and flee their homes as airstrikes and threats continue to evolve
The first explosions were reportedly heard early on Feb. 24 as Russia began its long feared invasion of Ukraine. Russian President Vladimir Putin's full-scale attack — which he continues to insist is for "peacekeeping," as the international community condemns him — has forced Ukrainian residents to prepare bags with necessities and flee their homes as airstrikes and threats continue to evolve
Feb 24, 2022: Paul Craig Roberts: Breaking News : Russia Demilitarizes Ukraine
In a televised address President Putin announced this morning a military operation to “demilitarize and denazify Ukraine.”
In a televised address President Putin announced this morning a military operation to “demilitarize and denazify Ukraine.”
canada
Feb 23, 2022: MJBizDaily: Health Canada seized more than 35M grams of marijuana, 7,800 plants after inspections
Health Canada seized more than 35 million grams (77,162 pounds) of cannabis products and thousands of plants from federal license holders for regulatory shortfalls in the 2019-20 fiscal year, the federal regulator disclosed to MJBizDaily.
Health Canada seized more than 35 million grams (77,162 pounds) of cannabis products and thousands of plants from federal license holders for regulatory shortfalls in the 2019-20 fiscal year, the federal regulator disclosed to MJBizDaily.
russia
Feb 22, 2022: Washington Post: U.S. calls Russia’s actions an ‘invasion,’ readies new sanctions; Biden to speak
The White House on Tuesday called Russia’s deployment of troops into two pro-Russian separatist regions of Ukraine “the beginning of an invasion” as it prepared to announce new sanctions on Russia and President Biden planned remarks in the early afternoon.
The White House on Tuesday called Russia’s deployment of troops into two pro-Russian separatist regions of Ukraine “the beginning of an invasion” as it prepared to announce new sanctions on Russia and President Biden planned remarks in the early afternoon.
china
Feb 21, 2022: Reuters: U.S. former top diplomat Pompeo, sanctioned by China, to visit Taiwan
Former U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, placed under sanctions by China when he left office at the end of the Trump presidency last year, will visit Taiwan next week and meet President Tsai Ing-wen, Taiwan's government said on Monday.
Former U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, placed under sanctions by China when he left office at the end of the Trump presidency last year, will visit Taiwan next week and meet President Tsai Ing-wen, Taiwan's government said on Monday.
canada
Feb 19, 2022: Reuters: Canadian police use pepper spray, stun grenades in push to clear capital
Canadian police on Saturday used pepper spray and stun grenades in a final push to clear the capital of trucks and demonstrators who have occupied the downtown core of Ottawa for more than three weeks to protest against pandemic restrictions.
Canadian police on Saturday used pepper spray and stun grenades in a final push to clear the capital of trucks and demonstrators who have occupied the downtown core of Ottawa for more than three weeks to protest against pandemic restrictions.
Feb 19, 2022: Reclaim The Net: Justin Trudeau’s government is sued for trampling on human rights
The Canadian Civil Liberties Association (CCLA) announced it is suing the Canadian government for invoking the Emergencies Act, arguing the emergency powers are a violation of human rights.
The Canadian Civil Liberties Association (CCLA) announced it is suing the Canadian government for invoking the Emergencies Act, arguing the emergency powers are a violation of human rights.
Feb 14, 2022: National Post: Trudeau to invoke the Emergencies Act to clear protesters, border blockades
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is consulting the premiers about using the Emergencies Act as antigovernment blockades continue to paralyze Ottawa and shutter multiple border crossings with the United States.
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is consulting the premiers about using the Emergencies Act as antigovernment blockades continue to paralyze Ottawa and shutter multiple border crossings with the United States.
ukraine
Feb 19, 2022: Radio Free Europe: Zelenskiy Says Ukraine Will Defend Itself With Or Without Partners Amid Soaring Tensions With Russia
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy joined calls by Western leaders on February 19 for Russia to de-escalate amid soaring tensions with at least 150,000 Russian troops on Ukraine’s borders fueling fears of an imminent invasion.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy joined calls by Western leaders on February 19 for Russia to de-escalate amid soaring tensions with at least 150,000 Russian troops on Ukraine’s borders fueling fears of an imminent invasion.
Feb 18, 2022: Jerusalem Post: Separatists in eastern Ukraine say vehicle blown up near their HQ
Russian-backed separatist authorities in eastern Ukraine said on Friday that a parked Jeep with nobody inside had been blown up near a government building in the center of the city of Donetsk.
Russian-backed separatist authorities in eastern Ukraine said on Friday that a parked Jeep with nobody inside had been blown up near a government building in the center of the city of Donetsk.
Feb 18, 2022: Insider: US says Russia has deployed 190,000 troops around Ukraine — almost doubling its strength in 2 weeks while claiming to withdraw
Russia has up to 190,000 troops "in and around" Ukraine, the US ambassador to the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) said on Friday.
Russia has up to 190,000 troops "in and around" Ukraine, the US ambassador to the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) said on Friday.
Feb 12, 2022: Kentucky Today: US ramps up Ukraine warning, says Russia may invade any day
The Biden administration on Friday escalated dire warnings of a possibly imminent Russian invasion of Ukraine, saying it could happen at any moment, even as emergency diplomatic efforts continued. U.S. officials said the United States is preparing to evacuate its embassy in Kyiv, and Americans in Ukraine are being told to leave within the next 48 hours.
The Biden administration on Friday escalated dire warnings of a possibly imminent Russian invasion of Ukraine, saying it could happen at any moment, even as emergency diplomatic efforts continued. U.S. officials said the United States is preparing to evacuate its embassy in Kyiv, and Americans in Ukraine are being told to leave within the next 48 hours.
china
Feb 18, 2022: Radio Free Asia: Hong Kong postpones leadership election amid rising COVID-19 wave
Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam on Friday announced the postponement of elections for the city's top job after ruling Chinese Communist Party (CCP) leader Xi Jinping told her government to throw all of its resources at pursuing a "zero-COVID" strategy, as a wave of the omicron variant of COVID-19 infections started to take its toll.
Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam on Friday announced the postponement of elections for the city's top job after ruling Chinese Communist Party (CCP) leader Xi Jinping told her government to throw all of its resources at pursuing a "zero-COVID" strategy, as a wave of the omicron variant of COVID-19 infections started to take its toll.
jerusalem
Feb 18, 2022: Independent Catholic News: Holy Land: Aid agencies statement on imminent eviction of family in Sheikh Jarrah, East Jerusalem
The family of 12, including six children and the elderly mother, Fatima Salem - all of whom are Palestine refugees - faces eviction during March from their family home of 70 years.
The family of 12, including six children and the elderly mother, Fatima Salem - all of whom are Palestine refugees - faces eviction during March from their family home of 70 years.
pakistan
Feb 17, 2022: Geo.TV: In first-ever Pakistan visit, Bill Gates lauds polio-eradication campaign
Microsoft co-founder and philanthropist Bill Gates Thursday appreciated Pakistan's polio-eradication campaign during his maiden trip to the country.
Gates, who is visiting Pakistan for a day, landed early morning and held meetings with senior government officials, including a one-on-one meeting with Prime Minister Imran Khan, a statement from the PM Office said.
Microsoft co-founder and philanthropist Bill Gates Thursday appreciated Pakistan's polio-eradication campaign during his maiden trip to the country.
Gates, who is visiting Pakistan for a day, landed early morning and held meetings with senior government officials, including a one-on-one meeting with Prime Minister Imran Khan, a statement from the PM Office said.
baHAMAS
Feb 16, 2022: Eyewitness News: NO ABORTION POSITION: Health minister mum on govt’s stance toward controversial issue
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Minister of Health Dr Michael Darville yesterday declined to share the Davis administration’s stance on elective abortion and did not provide his views, but said he believes once the public understands the science, “key decisions could be made in terms of policy”.
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Minister of Health Dr Michael Darville yesterday declined to share the Davis administration’s stance on elective abortion and did not provide his views, but said he believes once the public understands the science, “key decisions could be made in terms of policy”.
nigeria
Feb 15, 2022: Premium Times: Nigeria’s inflation down in January — NBS
Nigeria’s consumer price inflation rate fell in January to 15.60 per cent from 15.63 per cent recorded in December 2021, even as food prices continued to surge, the National Bureau of Statistics said.
Nigeria’s consumer price inflation rate fell in January to 15.60 per cent from 15.63 per cent recorded in December 2021, even as food prices continued to surge, the National Bureau of Statistics said.
united kingdom
Feb 15, 2022: People: Prince Andrew Settles Sexual Assault Lawsuit with His Accuser Virginia Giuffre
Prince Andrew and Virginia Giuffre have reached an out-of-court settlement in her sexual assault lawsuit against the royal.
Prince Andrew and Virginia Giuffre have reached an out-of-court settlement in her sexual assault lawsuit against the royal.
israel
Feb 15, 2022: Palestine Chronicle: US Calls on Israel to Deescalate Tensions in Jerusalem to Avoid Possible Violence
The US administration of President Joe Biden has warned Israel that continuous tension in Jerusalem might lead the region to possible war as Muslim, Jewish, and Christian holidays confluence in April, the Times of Israel reported on Monday.
The US administration of President Joe Biden has warned Israel that continuous tension in Jerusalem might lead the region to possible war as Muslim, Jewish, and Christian holidays confluence in April, the Times of Israel reported on Monday.
south africa
Feb 13, 2022: Mail & Guardian: Don’t put it all down to Covid-19, the education system was already broken
The Covid-19 pandemic has thrown South Africa’s schooling system into further disarray, demonstrating how the country’s education system, defined by the apartheid regime’s legacy, lacks resilience in the face of disruption.
Research, compiled by Amnesty International, shows that many people continue to live with the consequences of political and economic decisions made during apartheid, where schools that served white children are better resourced than those that served black children.
The Covid-19 pandemic has thrown South Africa’s schooling system into further disarray, demonstrating how the country’s education system, defined by the apartheid regime’s legacy, lacks resilience in the face of disruption.
Research, compiled by Amnesty International, shows that many people continue to live with the consequences of political and economic decisions made during apartheid, where schools that served white children are better resourced than those that served black children.
| --Jillian Horton; Los Angeles Times; 2.11.22 |
canada
Feb 11, 2022: Jerusalem Post: Canada's Ontario province declares state of emergency
Canada's Ontario province declared a state of emergency on Friday, amid the ongoing trucker protests against COVID mandates, Premier Doug Ford told reporters.
Canada's Ontario province declared a state of emergency on Friday, amid the ongoing trucker protests against COVID mandates, Premier Doug Ford told reporters.
February 9, 2022:
Canada Public Safety Minister Tells U.S. Politicians To Mind Their Own Business. Especially aimed at Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton who is investigating how Canada dealt with a GoFundMe account that had been set up for the protesting truck drivers.
I guess we shouldn't be surprised that the Republicans would start a war with Canada. They seem to be making war with anyone and everyone who does not think like they do....which actually doesnt involve a lot of the "thinking" part
Canada Public Safety Minister Tells U.S. Politicians To Mind Their Own Business. Especially aimed at Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton who is investigating how Canada dealt with a GoFundMe account that had been set up for the protesting truck drivers.
I guess we shouldn't be surprised that the Republicans would start a war with Canada. They seem to be making war with anyone and everyone who does not think like they do....which actually doesnt involve a lot of the "thinking" part
Feb 5, 2022: CTV News: Demonstrators descend on Ottawa as 'freedom convoy' protests spread beyond capital
A second weekend of protests by the so-called "freedom convoy" is taking place in the country's capital, with as many as 300 to 400 trucks expected to try and enter the downtown core, according to police estimates, along with up to 2,000 people on foot and another 1,000 counter-protesters.
A second weekend of protests by the so-called "freedom convoy" is taking place in the country's capital, with as many as 300 to 400 trucks expected to try and enter the downtown core, according to police estimates, along with up to 2,000 people on foot and another 1,000 counter-protesters.
Feb 3, 3022: Alaska Highway News: 'Everyone has exhaled': Candice Bergen brings steady hand to Conservative caucus
The new interim leader of Canada's Conservatives hails from a small Mennonite community and is no stranger to leadership.
The new interim leader of Canada's Conservatives hails from a small Mennonite community and is no stranger to leadership.
Jan 31, 2022: CBC: Trudeau tests positive for COVID-19, condemns 'hateful' convoy
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said Monday he has tested positive for COVID-19 and, so far, he's feeling "fine."
Trudeau has been in isolation since one of his children tested positive for the virus late last week. A second Trudeau child has now tested positive for COVID-19. Trudeau said he would stay in quarantine and work remotely while he recovers.
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said Monday he has tested positive for COVID-19 and, so far, he's feeling "fine."
Trudeau has been in isolation since one of his children tested positive for the virus late last week. A second Trudeau child has now tested positive for COVID-19. Trudeau said he would stay in quarantine and work remotely while he recovers.
sudan
Jan 18, 2022: The Standard: Seven dead in crackdown on anti-coup rallies in Sudan –medics
Protest organisers in Sudan's capital Khartoum announced two days of strikes and civil disobedience after security forces used gunfire and teargas on Monday to disperse demonstrations against a coup and medics said seven people had been killed.
The toll marked one of the bloodiest days since pro-democracy groups began a campaign of anti-military protests following the Oct. 25 coup, and threatened to deepen the gulf between military leaders and a large protest movement.
Protest organisers in Sudan's capital Khartoum announced two days of strikes and civil disobedience after security forces used gunfire and teargas on Monday to disperse demonstrations against a coup and medics said seven people had been killed.
The toll marked one of the bloodiest days since pro-democracy groups began a campaign of anti-military protests following the Oct. 25 coup, and threatened to deepen the gulf between military leaders and a large protest movement.
Jan 10, 2022: Biblical Recorder: Canada joins list of nations banning conversion therapy
A Canadian law banning any form of conversion therapy, broadly defined as treatment or counseling aimed at changing a person’s sexual orientation or gender identity, took effect Jan. 7.
A Canadian law banning any form of conversion therapy, broadly defined as treatment or counseling aimed at changing a person’s sexual orientation or gender identity, took effect Jan. 7.
Jan 7, 2022: Mission Network News: Protests engulf Kazakhstan
Eric Mock with the Slavic Gospel Association explains underlying tensions. “There are a few people in the country who have benefited greatly from the development of Kazakhstan, mostly from oil and natural gas, and then there is a mass majority of the people (which constitutes a lot of the people that are part of the churches we serve) that are quite poor.”
Eric Mock with the Slavic Gospel Association explains underlying tensions. “There are a few people in the country who have benefited greatly from the development of Kazakhstan, mostly from oil and natural gas, and then there is a mass majority of the people (which constitutes a lot of the people that are part of the churches we serve) that are quite poor.”
Jan 4, 2022: AP: Future of prayer site in doubt under Israel’s fragile govt
When Israel’s new government took office last June, it indicated it would press ahead on an egalitarian prayer site at Jerusalem’s Western Wall — a sensitive holy site that has emerged as a point of friction between Jews over how prayer is conducted there.
When Israel’s new government took office last June, it indicated it would press ahead on an egalitarian prayer site at Jerusalem’s Western Wall — a sensitive holy site that has emerged as a point of friction between Jews over how prayer is conducted there.
Jan 4, 2022: Christian Post: 'Bodies burned beyond recognition': Al-Shabaab militants torture, behead Christians in Kenya; at least 6 killed
Suspected al-Shabaab militants tortured and killed at least six Christians, five of whom were reportedly beheaded, in a terror attack on a village in Kenya’s coastal Lamu region that borders Somalia, according to reports.
Suspected al-Shabaab militants tortured and killed at least six Christians, five of whom were reportedly beheaded, in a terror attack on a village in Kenya’s coastal Lamu region that borders Somalia, according to reports.
Jan 2, 2022: Christianity Today: Finnish Bishop and Politician Face Trial for LGBT Statements
For the country’s diverse Lutherans, the case tests the resolve to speak up, the boundaries of tolerance, and Christians’ ability to communicate.
For the country’s diverse Lutherans, the case tests the resolve to speak up, the boundaries of tolerance, and Christians’ ability to communicate.
Dec 31, 2021: Rio Times: Brazil will be independent in vaccine production in 2022, says minister
Starting in 2022, Brazil will be independent in the production of vaccines for Covid-19 and will be prepared for future pandemics, said Minister of Science, Technology and Innovations Marcos Pontes.
"If the planet doesn't want to sell vaccine to Brazil, Brazil will sell vaccine to the planet," the minister said during an interview on the program A Voz do Brasil that will air this Friday night (31).
Starting in 2022, Brazil will be independent in the production of vaccines for Covid-19 and will be prepared for future pandemics, said Minister of Science, Technology and Innovations Marcos Pontes.
"If the planet doesn't want to sell vaccine to Brazil, Brazil will sell vaccine to the planet," the minister said during an interview on the program A Voz do Brasil that will air this Friday night (31).
Dec 30, 2021: Crosswalk: Newly Christian Families Driven from Homes in Eastern Uganda
A Christian woman and her children last week fled the violence of her Muslim husband in eastern Uganda, and earlier in a nearby district villagers destroyed a newly believing family’s crops and drove them from their home, sources said.
A Christian woman and her children last week fled the violence of her Muslim husband in eastern Uganda, and earlier in a nearby district villagers destroyed a newly believing family’s crops and drove them from their home, sources said.
Dec 30, 2021: The Nationalist: NORTHERN IRELAND TO REDUCE COVID SELF-ISOLATION PERIOD TO SEVEN DAYS
No further Covid-19 restrictions are set to be imposed in the North at this stage, First Minister Paul Givan has said.
The DUP minister was speaking following a virtual meeting of the Stormont Executive on Thursday.
He said ministers agreed that no further restrictions should be introduced at this time.
No further Covid-19 restrictions are set to be imposed in the North at this stage, First Minister Paul Givan has said.
The DUP minister was speaking following a virtual meeting of the Stormont Executive on Thursday.
He said ministers agreed that no further restrictions should be introduced at this time.
Dec 30, 2021: Manila Times: Myanmar military reverts to strategy of massacres, burnings
BANGKOK: When the young farmhand returned to his village in Myanmar, he found the still smoldering corpses in a circle in a burned-out hut, some with their limbs tied.
The Myanmar military had stormed Done Taw at 11 a.m. on Dec. 7, he told the AP, with about 50 soldiers hunting people on foot. The farmhand and other villagers fled to the forest and fields, but 10 were captured and killed, including five teenagers, with one only 14, he said. A photo taken by his friend shows the charred remains of a victim lying face down, holding his head up, suggesting he was burned alive.
BANGKOK: When the young farmhand returned to his village in Myanmar, he found the still smoldering corpses in a circle in a burned-out hut, some with their limbs tied.
The Myanmar military had stormed Done Taw at 11 a.m. on Dec. 7, he told the AP, with about 50 soldiers hunting people on foot. The farmhand and other villagers fled to the forest and fields, but 10 were captured and killed, including five teenagers, with one only 14, he said. A photo taken by his friend shows the charred remains of a victim lying face down, holding his head up, suggesting he was burned alive.
Dec 29, 2021: WWNO: Hong Kong police close pro-democracy outlet Stand News
In Hong Kong, authorities from the police's national security department arrested half a dozen senior staff members, confiscated boxes and closed one of the last pro-democracy outlets, Stand News.
In Hong Kong, authorities from the police's national security department arrested half a dozen senior staff members, confiscated boxes and closed one of the last pro-democracy outlets, Stand News.
Dec 29, 2021: CAJ Africa News: US, Kenya tackle Horn of Africa problems
THE United States and Kenya have discussed security issues bedeviling the East African region.
These include the crises in Ethiopia and Somalia.
Antony Blinken, US Secretary of State spoke about these issues on the phone with Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta.
THE United States and Kenya have discussed security issues bedeviling the East African region.
These include the crises in Ethiopia and Somalia.
Antony Blinken, US Secretary of State spoke about these issues on the phone with Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta.
Dec 29, 2021: Persecution: Christian Youtuber Accused of Blasphemy Waiting for Justice
As the proverb goes, “Rub salt into the wound.” Such was the fate of Muhammad Kace, an Indonesian Christian apologist with Muslim background known for his Youtube videos. By responding and offering rebuttal to attacks from Muslim preachers who have very clearly insulted Christianity in their lectures on Youtube, he got himself in trouble.
As the proverb goes, “Rub salt into the wound.” Such was the fate of Muhammad Kace, an Indonesian Christian apologist with Muslim background known for his Youtube videos. By responding and offering rebuttal to attacks from Muslim preachers who have very clearly insulted Christianity in their lectures on Youtube, he got himself in trouble.
Dec 29, 2021: Indiana Gazette: U.S. move to shorten COVID-19 isolation stirs confusion, doubt
The French government said Monday that it will soon relax its isolation rules, although by exactly how much isn’t yet clear.
Health Minister Olivier Veran said the rule changes will be aimed at warding off “paralysis” of public and private services. By some estimates, France could be registering more than 250,000 new infections per day by January.
The French government said Monday that it will soon relax its isolation rules, although by exactly how much isn’t yet clear.
Health Minister Olivier Veran said the rule changes will be aimed at warding off “paralysis” of public and private services. By some estimates, France could be registering more than 250,000 new infections per day by January.
December 29, 2021:
Several states in India have passed what are referred to as “anti-conversion laws,” which ban religious conversion by force or through financial benefits. Activists warn that such laws have intensified attacks and prosecution of Christian individuals and groups. Today India blocked foreign donations to Mother Teresa's Christian charity for the poor.
Under the current Prime Minister such attacks are growing. It is at a point where Hindu activist can just claim (without evidence) that a Christian group is trying to convert Indian people and the police will turn a blind eye to any attacks on them. Compassion International, which helped 147,000 children in India left India 3 years ago as the persecutions were in their early stages. Last week, a mob of 200 to 300 people stormed a Christian school in Madhya Pradesh while students were taking their exams and threw stones at the building.
Pray for Christians in India. It is a small blip in a small country but it could spread.
Several states in India have passed what are referred to as “anti-conversion laws,” which ban religious conversion by force or through financial benefits. Activists warn that such laws have intensified attacks and prosecution of Christian individuals and groups. Today India blocked foreign donations to Mother Teresa's Christian charity for the poor.
Under the current Prime Minister such attacks are growing. It is at a point where Hindu activist can just claim (without evidence) that a Christian group is trying to convert Indian people and the police will turn a blind eye to any attacks on them. Compassion International, which helped 147,000 children in India left India 3 years ago as the persecutions were in their early stages. Last week, a mob of 200 to 300 people stormed a Christian school in Madhya Pradesh while students were taking their exams and threw stones at the building.
Pray for Christians in India. It is a small blip in a small country but it could spread.
Dec 26, 2021; Watch Jerusalem: United Nations Again Finds Israel the Worst Country in the World
With just 0.1 percent of the world’s population, Israel has received 74 percent of the General Assembly’s 2021 condemnatory resolutions.
With just 0.1 percent of the world’s population, Israel has received 74 percent of the General Assembly’s 2021 condemnatory resolutions.
Dec 25, 2021: Alabama Baptist: Attacks on Christians rise sharply after anti-conversion law proposed
Attacks on Christians in Karnataka state and on their places of worship have risen sharply since a proposed anti-conversion law was announced Sept. 29, reports International Christian Concern.
Quoting The Indian Express, ICC says the government Assembly is expected to approve the law in December.
However, Hindu radicals in Karnataka state are attacking Christians as if the proposal already is law. The ICC says anti-conversion laws currently in eight Indian states are widely abused to persecute Christians. Radial nationalists falsely accuse Christians of forcefully converting people to Christianity. The false accusations are used to justify harassing and assaulting Christians. Local police often overlook the attacks.
Attacks on Christians in Karnataka state and on their places of worship have risen sharply since a proposed anti-conversion law was announced Sept. 29, reports International Christian Concern.
Quoting The Indian Express, ICC says the government Assembly is expected to approve the law in December.
However, Hindu radicals in Karnataka state are attacking Christians as if the proposal already is law. The ICC says anti-conversion laws currently in eight Indian states are widely abused to persecute Christians. Radial nationalists falsely accuse Christians of forcefully converting people to Christianity. The false accusations are used to justify harassing and assaulting Christians. Local police often overlook the attacks.
Dec 26, 2021: Detroit News: Desmond Tutu, South Africa's moral conscience, dies at 90
Desmond Tutu, South Africa’s Nobel Peace Prize-winning icon, an uncompromising foe of apartheid and a modern-day activist for racial justice and LGBT rights, died Sunday at 90. South Africans, world leaders and people around the globe mourned the death of the man viewed as the country's moral conscience.
Desmond Tutu, South Africa’s Nobel Peace Prize-winning icon, an uncompromising foe of apartheid and a modern-day activist for racial justice and LGBT rights, died Sunday at 90. South Africans, world leaders and people around the globe mourned the death of the man viewed as the country's moral conscience.
Dec 26, 2021: Jerusalem Post: ‘Israel could be completely unprotected against COVID-19 in a month’ - report
Israel’s Pandemic Response Team was warned last Tuesday night that Israel could go from being reasonably protected against Omicron to not being protected at all within just a month.
As a result, the team – along with the COVID-19 Vaccination Advisory Board – voted to allow the country’s highest risk population to receive a fourth shot of the Pfizer COVID vaccine, sparking controversy in Israel and around the world.
Israel’s Pandemic Response Team was warned last Tuesday night that Israel could go from being reasonably protected against Omicron to not being protected at all within just a month.
As a result, the team – along with the COVID-19 Vaccination Advisory Board – voted to allow the country’s highest risk population to receive a fourth shot of the Pfizer COVID vaccine, sparking controversy in Israel and around the world.
Dec 24, 2021: CHVN: COVID-19: 742 new cases Christmas Eve, 528 cases from Winnipeg
There are 742 new cases of COVID-19 in Manitoba, bringing the total number of cases to 73,573. There are 3,626 active cases and 68,577 recoveries.
There are 742 new cases of COVID-19 in Manitoba, bringing the total number of cases to 73,573. There are 3,626 active cases and 68,577 recoveries.
Dec 23, 2021: Morning Star: Christian Parents in Pakistan Regain Custody of Minor Daughter
A court in Pakistan on Wednesday (Dec. 22) handed custody of a 14-year-old girl back to her Christian parents after she testified that she wished to return to them from a shelter home, sources said.
A court in Pakistan on Wednesday (Dec. 22) handed custody of a 14-year-old girl back to her Christian parents after she testified that she wished to return to them from a shelter home, sources said.
Dec 15, 2021: Evangelical Focus: Berlin considers renaming street referring to Martin Luther
A research group led by political scientist Felix Sassmannhausen said there are 290 public places in Germany’s capital whose naming refer to historic personalities who are linked to hatred towards Jews.
A research group led by political scientist Felix Sassmannhausen said there are 290 public places in Germany’s capital whose naming refer to historic personalities who are linked to hatred towards Jews.
Dec 12, 2021: Alabama Baptist: Muslim extremists decapitate Christian, kill pastor in Uganda
In Luuka District, extremists killed 60-year-old Alex Mukasa for leading three Muslims to Christ. Mukasa’s headless body was found at a sugar cane plantation Oct. 17, a day after he did not return home when expected. His head was discovered days later in Nabisira swamp, Morning Star News reported. Two people have been arrested so far.
In Luuka District, extremists killed 60-year-old Alex Mukasa for leading three Muslims to Christ. Mukasa’s headless body was found at a sugar cane plantation Oct. 17, a day after he did not return home when expected. His head was discovered days later in Nabisira swamp, Morning Star News reported. Two people have been arrested so far.
Dec 5, 2021: Leadership: Zambia Records Omicron Cases As New Strain Spreads
Zambia has detected its first cases of the Omicron coronavirus variant, as the “highly transmissible” new variant spread to more than 40 countries since it was first detected in South Africa last week.
Zambia has detected its first cases of the Omicron coronavirus variant, as the “highly transmissible” new variant spread to more than 40 countries since it was first detected in South Africa last week.
Dec 3, 2021: CBN: People Are Getting Vaccine Passport Microchips Embedded in Their Hands as COVID Advances the 'Internet of Bodies'
The number of Swedish residents who have opted to implant microchips with their vaccine passport into their hands has risen since the country announced new COVID restrictions, according to local media.
On December 1, Sweden enacted new rules that require individuals to have a passport at all events with more than 100 people.
The number of Swedish residents who have opted to implant microchips with their vaccine passport into their hands has risen since the country announced new COVID restrictions, according to local media.
On December 1, Sweden enacted new rules that require individuals to have a passport at all events with more than 100 people.
Dec 1, 2021: Assist - Iran’s Supreme Court rules going to church does not make Christians ‘enemies of the state’ in landmark judgement
Iran has decided that belonging to a house church does not make Christians ‘enemies of the state’, according to Open Doors UK & Ireland.
Iran has decided that belonging to a house church does not make Christians ‘enemies of the state’, according to Open Doors UK & Ireland.
Oct 12, 2021; UK Today News: Scientists discover a highly potent antibody against SARS-CoV-2
Scientists at Lausanne University Hospital (CHUV) and EPFL have discovered a highly potent monoclonal antibody that targets the SARS-CoV-2 spike protein and is effective at neutralizing all variants of concern identified to date, including the delta variant. Their findings are published in the prestigious journal Cell Reports.
Scientists at Lausanne University Hospital (CHUV) and EPFL have discovered a highly potent monoclonal antibody that targets the SARS-CoV-2 spike protein and is effective at neutralizing all variants of concern identified to date, including the delta variant. Their findings are published in the prestigious journal Cell Reports.
Oct 10, 2021: UK Today News: Weaponised supply chains
Much has been written about the US trade representative Katherine Tai’s speech from last week resetting the frame on US-China trade relations. But I’m not sure that it’s been given the proper due as a key turning point in the development of a post-neoliberal narrative. Just like President Joe Biden’s recent executive orders around competition policy, the speech represented a really new message about who the US economy is meant to serve. For the past half century, it’s been consumers, but this White House wants to focus on a different C-word: citizens.
Much has been written about the US trade representative Katherine Tai’s speech from last week resetting the frame on US-China trade relations. But I’m not sure that it’s been given the proper due as a key turning point in the development of a post-neoliberal narrative. Just like President Joe Biden’s recent executive orders around competition policy, the speech represented a really new message about who the US economy is meant to serve. For the past half century, it’s been consumers, but this White House wants to focus on a different C-word: citizens.
Oct 10, 2021: Premium Times: Insecurity: 41 people killed by gunmen across Nigeria last week
The general insecurity in Nigeria still persisted last week as at least 41 persons were killed in various attacks by non-state actors across the country.
The victims included one personnel of the State Security Service (SSS) and 40 civilians.
The general insecurity in Nigeria still persisted last week as at least 41 persons were killed in various attacks by non-state actors across the country.
The victims included one personnel of the State Security Service (SSS) and 40 civilians.
