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China's Military-Style Teen Schools Face Abuse Allegations

#China #human-rights #education-policy

China's Military-Style Teen Schools Face Abuse Allegations

BBC investigation reveals systematic deception and abuse at Chinese institutions designed to reform 'rebellious' teenagers through military-style discipline.

Chevron Outpaces China in Venezuela's Oil Revival Under Maduro

Deutsche Welle

#venezuela #chevron #china

Chevron Outpaces China in Venezuela's Oil Revival Under Maduro

US energy giant Chevron is leading Venezuela's oil sector recovery as Chinese investment retreats, shifting geopolitical dynamics in the crisis-hit nation.

Thailand's High-Stakes Election: Nationalism and Regional Tensions

France 24

#Thailand #Southeast Asia #nationalism

Thailand's High-Stakes Election: Nationalism and Regional Tensions

Thailand heads toward early elections amid rising nationalism and Cambodia border disputes. Political expert calls it calculated strategy, not gamble.

Historic Marine Cooperation: Killer Whales and Dolphins Unite in Hunt

#marine-policy #pacific-region #environmental-diplomacy

Historic Marine Cooperation: Killer Whales and Dolphins Unite in Hunt

First-ever footage captures killer whales and dolphins hunting together in the North Pacific, revealing unprecedented marine cooperation with potential implications for ocean ecosystems.

European Nations Exit Landmine Ban Sparks Southeast Asian Fears

Deutsche Welle

#landmines #southeast-asia #european-union

European Nations Exit Landmine Ban Sparks Southeast Asian Fears

Several European countries are withdrawing from the anti-personnel landmine treaty, raising concerns in mine-affected Southeast Asian nations about renewed weapons proliferation.

Trump Administration Lifts Sanctions Against Brazilian Justice Moraes

The New York Times

#US-Brazil relations #Alexandre de Moraes #Latin America diplomacy

Trump Administration Lifts Sanctions Against Brazilian Justice Moraes

The Trump administration reverses course on sanctions against Brazilian Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes, citing changed U.S. interests in bilateral relations.

North Americans Split on Australia-Style Social Media Ban for Teens

#digital-policy #social-media-regulation #child-protection

North Americans Split on Australia-Style Social Media Ban for Teens

Public opinion divided as BBC surveys reveal mixed reactions to potential under-16 social media restrictions in Canada and US, following Australia's groundbreaking legislation.

Afghan Asylum Seekers Face Rising Immigration Arrests in US

The Guardian

#Afghanistan #asylum seekers #immigration enforcement

Afghan Asylum Seekers Face Rising Immigration Arrests in US

Immigration attorneys report increasing arrests of Afghan asylum seekers, particularly men, creating fear and uncertainty within vulnerable communities across America.

#NATO #transatlantic-relations #Denmark

Denmark Warns: US-Europe Rift Benefits Russia and China

France 24

December 12, 2025

Denmark Warns: US-Europe Rift Benefits Russia and China

Danish intelligence warns of unprecedented external threats as transatlantic divisions risk empowering adversaries. Experts debate Trump's perception versus European reality.

Britain's War Readiness Under Scrutiny: Army May Last Only Weeks

#UK defense #military readiness #NATO

December 12, 2025

Britain's War Readiness Under Scrutiny: Army May Last Only Weeks

Military experts warn that Britain's Army could lose effective combat capability within weeks if committed to major conflict, raising serious questions about national defense preparedness.

#artificial-intelligence #entertainment-industry #technology-policy

Disney-OpenAI Deal Reshapes AI Entertainment Landscape Globally

France 24

December 12, 2025

Disney-OpenAI Deal Reshapes AI Entertainment Landscape Globally

Disney and OpenAI's groundbreaking three-year partnership allows AI-generated videos featuring iconic characters, marking the first major studio to embrace generative AI at this scale.