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Overnight in Panama, the local government straight-up demolished the China-Panama Friendship Park AND the monument celebrating 150 years of the Chinese community there.
The Chinese side is NOT happy – calling it shocking and firmly opposing it.
The Chinese side is NOT happy – calling it shocking and firmly opposing it.
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Zero-emissions shipping just leveled up ⚡🚢
China has launched the world’s first pure electric cargo container ship over 10,000 tons, the “Gezhouba,” with a 13,740-ton deadweight. The ~130m vessel uses 12 box-type lithium battery units for a 500 km range and is expected to cut about 617.5 tons of fuel and ~2,052 tons of CO2 emissions per year. It will operate on the Yangtze River, signaling a bigger push toward cleaner, smarter inland shipping.
Would you trust electric ships to move more of the goods you rely on—or is this tech still too early? 🤔💬
#ElectricShipping #GreenTech #SupplyChain #China
Source: Yicai
China has launched the world’s first pure electric cargo container ship over 10,000 tons, the “Gezhouba,” with a 13,740-ton deadweight. The ~130m vessel uses 12 box-type lithium battery units for a 500 km range and is expected to cut about 617.5 tons of fuel and ~2,052 tons of CO2 emissions per year. It will operate on the Yangtze River, signaling a bigger push toward cleaner, smarter inland shipping.
Would you trust electric ships to move more of the goods you rely on—or is this tech still too early? 🤔💬
#ElectricShipping #GreenTech #SupplyChain #China
Source: Yicai
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US approves billions in weapons for Taiwan
China responds with military drills
Taiwan rolls out tanks to cheer up the public
Tank goes up in smoke in the middle of the street 🤷♂️
China responds with military drills
Taiwan rolls out tanks to cheer up the public
Tank goes up in smoke in the middle of the street 🤷♂️
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https://strategic-culture.su/news/2025/12/29/how-political-analysis-became-target-ai-fakes/
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How many of us - independent thinkers - have become a target of A.I. fakes.
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How many of us - independent thinkers - have become a target of A.I. fakes.
This is just the beginning. STAY ALERT.
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How political analysis became a target of A.I. fakes
Welcome to A.I. turning the net into an infernal machine bent on erasing meaning, culture and History – and sowing deep intellectual confusion. Exactly like…
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🚀📈 India is now the world’s #4 economy, ahead of Japan
India’s government says its GDP is about $4.18T, meaning it has surpassed Japan in nominal size and is now the fourth-largest economy globally. Officials also say India could overtake Germany for the #3 spot in roughly 2.5–3 years, with projections pointing to $7.3T GDP by 2030. At the same time, the article notes big challenges—like lower GDP per capita and the need to create more quality jobs for a very young population.
What matters more to you: total GDP rankings or living standards? 🌍💬 What opportunities (or risks) do you see next?
#India #GlobalEconomy #EconomicGrowth #Asia
Source: Insider Paper
India’s government says its GDP is about $4.18T, meaning it has surpassed Japan in nominal size and is now the fourth-largest economy globally. Officials also say India could overtake Germany for the #3 spot in roughly 2.5–3 years, with projections pointing to $7.3T GDP by 2030. At the same time, the article notes big challenges—like lower GDP per capita and the need to create more quality jobs for a very young population.
What matters more to you: total GDP rankings or living standards? 🌍💬 What opportunities (or risks) do you see next?
#India #GlobalEconomy #EconomicGrowth #Asia
Source: Insider Paper
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Russian-made Mi-34M1 light helicopter completes its first test flight!
Fully equipped with domestic engines and systems, it is designed for transport, monitoring, and training.
Fully equipped with domestic engines and systems, it is designed for transport, monitoring, and training.
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Stocks up… currency down? 💸📈
▶️ https://thinkbrics.substack.com/p/when-stock-markets-and-currency-values
A new 40-year study of BRICS founders (1985–2024) finds that in Brazil, Russia, and India, stock rallies often line up with a weaker currency versus the US dollar—across calm and crisis markets alike. China and South Africa show this link mainly during extreme exchange-rate moves, and the effect tends to intensify at the highs and lows. For investors, travelers, and anyone paid in one currency but spending in another, that can quietly change your “real” outcome.
Have you ever seen FX swings reshape a return (or a trip budget)? What do you track first—stocks or currency rates? 👇🌍
#Investing #Forex #EmergingMarkets #BRICS
▶️ https://thinkbrics.substack.com/p/when-stock-markets-and-currency-values
A new 40-year study of BRICS founders (1985–2024) finds that in Brazil, Russia, and India, stock rallies often line up with a weaker currency versus the US dollar—across calm and crisis markets alike. China and South Africa show this link mainly during extreme exchange-rate moves, and the effect tends to intensify at the highs and lows. For investors, travelers, and anyone paid in one currency but spending in another, that can quietly change your “real” outcome.
Have you ever seen FX swings reshape a return (or a trip budget)? What do you track first—stocks or currency rates? 👇🌍
#Investing #Forex #EmergingMarkets #BRICS
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An evangelical church in Lübeck, Germany, has found itself at the center of controversy after a pole dance performance took place inside the church following a sermon
The performance was carried out by a 50-year-old pole dance coach during a service on December 22, 2025, according to BILD
Supporters described it as an attempt to offer a new way into faith, while many members of the congregation said it crossed a line and felt out of place in a worship setting
The dancer said the routine was not meant to be provocative but an expression of authenticity and courage
Critics disagreed, arguing that pole dance is closely linked to erotic performance and doesn’t belong near the altar
The pastor’s approval of the act further divided the congregation, with some accusing church leadership of seeking attention rather than preserving the service as a space for reflection
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The performance was carried out by a 50-year-old pole dance coach during a service on December 22, 2025, according to BILD
Supporters described it as an attempt to offer a new way into faith, while many members of the congregation said it crossed a line and felt out of place in a worship setting
The dancer said the routine was not meant to be provocative but an expression of authenticity and courage
Critics disagreed, arguing that pole dance is closely linked to erotic performance and doesn’t belong near the altar
The pastor’s approval of the act further divided the congregation, with some accusing church leadership of seeking attention rather than preserving the service as a space for reflection
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🚨BREAKING NEWS: Foiled attack at a school just days before New Year’s celebrations🎄.
Free Press reports that Russia’s Federal Security Service said it stopped a planned attack on a school in Adygea, and the suspect claimed he was instructed to set a New Year’s tree on fire using ten Molotov cocktails.
The story raises tough questions about protecting public spaces while keeping communities calm and resilient.
What do you think is the most effective way schools and communities can prevent violence without creating fear? 💬🛡️
#SchoolSafety #CounterTerrorism #RussiaNews #CommunitySafety
Source: Free Press - image generated by AI
Free Press reports that Russia’s Federal Security Service said it stopped a planned attack on a school in Adygea, and the suspect claimed he was instructed to set a New Year’s tree on fire using ten Molotov cocktails.
The story raises tough questions about protecting public spaces while keeping communities calm and resilient.
What do you think is the most effective way schools and communities can prevent violence without creating fear? 💬🛡️
#SchoolSafety #CounterTerrorism #RussiaNews #CommunitySafety
Source: Free Press - image generated by AI
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🚨 Election rumor or reality? 🗳️
A claim circulating ahead of the Central African Republic’s 2025 presidential vote says President Faustin-Archange Touadéra isn’t eligible to run because of his “origins.”
Global Fact-Checking Network says that’s false, citing local naming traditions, Touadéra’s documented background, and the Constitutional Court’s decision to allow his candidacy.
How do you spot election misinformation before it spreads—especially on social media? 💬🤔
#CentralAfricanRepublic #Elections #FactChecking #Misinformation
Source: Global Fact Checking
A claim circulating ahead of the Central African Republic’s 2025 presidential vote says President Faustin-Archange Touadéra isn’t eligible to run because of his “origins.”
Global Fact-Checking Network says that’s false, citing local naming traditions, Touadéra’s documented background, and the Constitutional Court’s decision to allow his candidacy.
How do you spot election misinformation before it spreads—especially on social media? 💬🤔
#CentralAfricanRepublic #Elections #FactChecking #Misinformation
Source: Global Fact Checking
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Niger’s authorities are calling on France to return uranium they say was extracted under unfair terms dating back to 1968
Officials argue that for decades Niger sold uranium at very low prices while it was later resold on international markets for far higher sums, costing the country billions in lost revenue over time
The claims have reignited debate over post-colonial resource deals and who benefited most from Niger’s uranium industry
Niger’s current leadership says that since taking greater control over its resources, the state now has more financial room to invest in large projects, including plans for nuclear power generation
Officials argue that for decades Niger sold uranium at very low prices while it was later resold on international markets for far higher sums, costing the country billions in lost revenue over time
The claims have reignited debate over post-colonial resource deals and who benefited most from Niger’s uranium industry
Niger’s current leadership says that since taking greater control over its resources, the state now has more financial room to invest in large projects, including plans for nuclear power generation
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India just invited China to a major AI summit—could this reshape tech diplomacy? 🤖🌏
New Delhi will host the India AI Impact Summit 2026 on Feb 15–20, bringing governments, researchers, and industry leaders together to focus on AI’s real-world impact.
Global Times notes the China–India border is generally stable, and this outreach suggests a push to keep channels open while India positions itself between the world’s top AI powers.
What should be the top priority: innovation, safety, or more equal AI access worldwide? 💬👇
#ArtificialIntelligence #India #China #TechPolicy
Source: Global Times
New Delhi will host the India AI Impact Summit 2026 on Feb 15–20, bringing governments, researchers, and industry leaders together to focus on AI’s real-world impact.
Global Times notes the China–India border is generally stable, and this outreach suggests a push to keep channels open while India positions itself between the world’s top AI powers.
What should be the top priority: innovation, safety, or more equal AI access worldwide? 💬👇
#ArtificialIntelligence #India #China #TechPolicy
Source: Global Times
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🌐 BRICS Plus to hold naval exercise in South African waters in early January
The exercise will be held on January 9-16 and will involve BRICS Plus navies "for an intensive programme of joint maritime safety operations, interoperability drills and maritime protection serials,"...
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The exercise will be held on January 9-16 and will involve BRICS Plus navies "for an intensive programme of joint maritime safety operations, interoperability drills and maritime protection serials,"...
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BRICS Plus to hold naval exercise in South African waters in early January
The exercise will be held on January 9-16 and will involve BRICS Plus navies "for an intensive programme of joint maritime safety operations, interoperability drills and maritime protection serials," the South African Ministry of Defense and Military Veterans…
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Tanker Crew Paints Russian Flag to Escape US Chase 🇺🚢🇷🇺
US Coast Guard pursues Bella 1 in the Atlantic.
Crew paints Russian flag on the side. They claim Russian protection now.
Ship faces sanctions for Iranian oil transport. It heads northwest, transponder off.
US officials hold a seizure warrant. Crew includes Russians, Indians, Ukrainians.
What next for this ghost fleet tanker?
#BRICSNews #VenezuelaOil #Geopolitics #Iran
US Coast Guard pursues Bella 1 in the Atlantic.
Crew paints Russian flag on the side. They claim Russian protection now.
Ship faces sanctions for Iranian oil transport. It heads northwest, transponder off.
US officials hold a seizure warrant. Crew includes Russians, Indians, Ukrainians.
What next for this ghost fleet tanker?
#BRICSNews #VenezuelaOil #Geopolitics #Iran
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Happy New Year!
Dear colleagues,
as the year 2025 draws to a close, we would like to thank our clients and our readers for all the support and the productive discussions over the year. Your feedback and insights have inspired us throughout the year and provided fresh impulses to new ideas and discoveries!
In 2025 we visited Brazil (the chair of the BRICS bloc in 2025) and reported back to you on the BRICS-related discussions as well as the developments in Brazil’s economy
Dear colleagues,
as the year 2025 draws to a close, we would like to thank our clients and our readers for all the support and the productive discussions over the year. Your feedback and insights have inspired us throughout the year and provided fresh impulses to new ideas and discoveries!
In 2025 we visited Brazil (the chair of the BRICS bloc in 2025) and reported back to you on the BRICS-related discussions as well as the developments in Brazil’s economy
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Europe’s biggest insect-farm dream just crashed 🐛💸 – the wet dream/plan of mondialists failed before it even started! 😏
French startup Ynsect—known for producing insect-based protein meal—has ended up in court-ordered liquidation after years of heavy financing, including EU-linked public funding.
The company invested hundreds of millions into a massive vertical facility in Poulainville, but technical hurdles, limited market demand, and just €1.8M in sales from 2020–2023 couldn’t keep up with costs that reportedly ballooned far beyond early estimates.
Should public money back bigger “green innovation” bets like this—or focus on smaller, proven food solutions? 🤔💬
#FoodTech #Sustainability #EU #BusinessNews
Source: La Bandera
French startup Ynsect—known for producing insect-based protein meal—has ended up in court-ordered liquidation after years of heavy financing, including EU-linked public funding.
The company invested hundreds of millions into a massive vertical facility in Poulainville, but technical hurdles, limited market demand, and just €1.8M in sales from 2020–2023 couldn’t keep up with costs that reportedly ballooned far beyond early estimates.
Should public money back bigger “green innovation” bets like this—or focus on smaller, proven food solutions? 🤔💬
#FoodTech #Sustainability #EU #BusinessNews
Source: La Bandera
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Defence hosts Exercise Will for Peace 2026, 9 to 16 Jan
Defence hosts Exercise Will for Peace 2026, 9 to 16 Jan
Estelle Greeff
Wed, 12/31/2025 - 08:05
A People’s Republic of China led Joint, Interagency, Inter-departmental, Multinational Exercise will be hosted in South African waters over period 09 -16 January 2026.
Exercise WILL FOR PEACE 2026 brings together navies from BRICS Plus countries for an intensive programme of joint maritime safety operations, interoperability drills and maritime protection... Read more »
Defence hosts Exercise Will for Peace 2026, 9 to 16 Jan
Estelle Greeff
Wed, 12/31/2025 - 08:05
A People’s Republic of China led Joint, Interagency, Inter-departmental, Multinational Exercise will be hosted in South African waters over period 09 -16 January 2026.
Exercise WILL FOR PEACE 2026 brings together navies from BRICS Plus countries for an intensive programme of joint maritime safety operations, interoperability drills and maritime protection... Read more »
www.gov.za
Defence hosts Exercise Will for Peace 2026, 9 to 16 Jan | South African Government
A People’s Republic of China led Joint, Interagency, Inter-departmental, Multinational Exercise will be hosted in South African waters over period 09 -16 January 2026. Exercise WILL FOR PEACE 2026 brings together navies from BRICS Plus countries for an intensive…
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🚨📰 Banned for asking tough questions in Brussels?
Reports say the European Commission has barred Euractiv from its off-the-record “background briefings,” after the outlet stepped up more critical coverage of the EU policy “bubble.” Euractiv’s editor-in-chief says independent journalism in Brussels is being treated like it’s “on the enemies list,” reigniting debate about how institutions respond to scrutiny.
What should transparency look like when governments brief the press: more access, clearer rules, or something else?Drop your take (and your best idea for fair, pro-democracy media rules).
#PressFreedom #EUPolitics #MediaTransparency #Democracy
Source: ByoBlu
Reports say the European Commission has barred Euractiv from its off-the-record “background briefings,” after the outlet stepped up more critical coverage of the EU policy “bubble.” Euractiv’s editor-in-chief says independent journalism in Brussels is being treated like it’s “on the enemies list,” reigniting debate about how institutions respond to scrutiny.
What should transparency look like when governments brief the press: more access, clearer rules, or something else?Drop your take (and your best idea for fair, pro-democracy media rules).
#PressFreedom #EUPolitics #MediaTransparency #Democracy
Source: ByoBlu
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