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Why did Trump and Mamdani at opposite ends of the political spectrum meet?
This week the meeting between President Trump and New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani surprised both Democrats and Republicans. In fact, beyond their political and ideological positions, these two men decided to work together for the people of New York. This is amazing and remarkable; they were able to overcome the limitations imposed by their own…
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Accra: Repairing the Damage of Colonialism on the African Continent
An international conference was held in Accra, the capital of Ghana, from November 18 to 19, bringing together delegates from Africa, the Caribbean, the Americas, Europe, and the diaspora in general to chart a path toward full reparations for slavery, colonialism, and apartheid suffered by African peoples. The conference, convened by the Pan-African Progressive Front…
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In the Company of Trees, Strangers, and an Ex-Con
by George Banez ”Oh, you weren’t even born yet the second time I went to jail,” said Tatang as he lounged on a wooden platform raised two feet above the dirt floor of the “cottage.” Made of bamboo, the cottage was the kitchen-dining hall for the staff, now reduced to five hardy men. They remained to…
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Earthquake Shakes Bangladesh
by Sheikh Arif (Dhaka Bureau) It was a Friday morning. The clock showed 10:38 AM. Since it was the weekly holiday, many working people were still asleep. Some were having breakfast, while others were at the market. Suddenly, a tremor. Though initially bewildered, it became clear within a few seconds that an earthquake had struck.…
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Pragjyotishpur Literature Festival 2025 Concludes; 3rd PLF Awards Conferred on Dewri and Tamuli
Guwahati: The curtain came down for the Pragjyotishpur Literature Festival 2025 on 16 November, as two Assamese writers were felicitated in the valedictory ceremony at Srimanta Sankardeva Kalakshetra in the prehistoric city of Guwahati with the gracious presence of PLF president Phanindra Kumar Dev Choudhury, chief guest Dr Apurba Kumar Saikia and a galaxy of…
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Book Review: Public Diplomacy and Peacekeeping Journalism
After years of intense and meticulous preparation, a group of authors, experts, and researchers from Moscow State University (MGU) has set an ambitious goal to launch a new book entitled “Public Diplomacy and Peacekeeping Journalism in the Emerging Multipolar World” in 2026. More than 15 countries participated in the special panel section from Africa, Middle…
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Who Is Ready to Die for Trump’s Gaza Plan? So Far, Nobody
On November 17th, 2025, the UN Security Council passed a resolution to endorse President Trump’s plan for Gaza, including a transitional government headed by Trump himself and an International Stabilization Force (ISF) that is expected, among other tasks, to disarm Hamas, a task that Israel has failed to do through two years of genocide and mass destruction. By…
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Resolution on nuclear disarmament rejected in the Italian Parliament.
The Chamber rejects resolution on nuclear disarmament: regret expressed by Rete Pace Disarmo and lack of transparency regarding Italy’s involvement in ‘nuclear sharing’ The Italian Peace and Disarmament Network expresses its deep regret at the rejection by the Foreign Affairs Committee of the Chamber of Deputies of the resolution, first signed by Hon. Laura Boldrini,…
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Analyzing All 28 Points Of The Leaked Russian-Ukrainian Peace Deal Framework
The overarching theme connecting the substance and timing of this agreement is therefore the US’ eagerness to resolve the Russian-US dimension of the New Cold War in order to prioritize the Sino-US dimension thereof as the next phase of its systemic competition with China over the future world order. The New York Post, which Trump…
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2025 Seán MacBride Peace Prize: A recognition of individual efforts towards peace and justice
21 November 2025, Berlin, Germany The Seán MacBride Peace Prize, named after the Nobel Peace Laureate and IPB co-founder Seán MacBride, honors individuals and organizations who conduct outstanding work for peace, disarmament, and human rights. 2025 Seán MacBride Peace Prize: A recognition of individual efforts towards peace and justice“In a world scarred by occupation, genocide,…