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France and Mexico’s tug-of-war over restitution of Aztec and Mayan treasures
Members of the Nahñu people engaged in the struggle against appropriation of their culture, in Ixmiquilpan, Mexico, December 7, 2024. MAHE ELIPE FOR M LE MONDE’S MAGAZINE On December 7, in the central Mexican state of Hidalgo, the Nahñu people convened an assembly of some 30 of their representatives to… Read Details ⇢
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Trump and Biden offer Christmas greetings as US approaches transfer of power
As a change in presidential administrations approaches, President-elect Trump and President Biden both marked the Christmas holiday, with Biden acknowledging that it would be his last time as president to wish the nation a merry Christmas. Trump, who will be sworn in on Jan. 20, exclaimed in a post on… Read Details ⇢
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Is Russia planning a ‘false flag’ attack on Moldova? | Russia-Ukraine war News
Russia has accused Moldova of plotting a military operation in Transnistria, a Russian-backed secessionist region, setting off concerns among some analysts that Moscow might be a “false flag” attack in Moldova. Russian intelligence said earlier this week that Moldova’s President Maia Sandu was planning a military operation in Transnistria, which… Read Details ⇢
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Fluid-as-a-service? No, it’s not what you think – F1 stalwart is quietly innovating to bring its expertise in cooling to data centers and beyond
Castrol planning fluid-as-a-service model launch to eliminate waste and increase sustainability Immersion cooling has emerged as an essential component in the race to reach AGI Castrol wants to play a key role in immersion cooling as integrated smart city data centers become mainstream Founded in 1899, CC Wakefield & Co.… Read Details ⇢
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The year democracy was tested in Africa – The Mail & Guardian
Peaceful elections that led to change occurred in Botswana, Ghana, Senegal and South Africa, where the ruling ANC lost its majority for the first time. (Delwyn Verasamy/M&G) At the beginning of the year, Africa was scheduled to have presidential or general elections in 19 (35%) countries. A total of 180… Read Details ⇢
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In Brazil, donkeys are slaughtered to produce a remedy for traditional Chinese medicine
Emaciated donkeys on a farm before slaughter, Brazil, in 2024. THE DONKEY SANCTUARY In Brazil, donkeys were once considered the “brothers” of the northeastern population, as described in “Apologia Ao Jumento” (“Apology to the Donkey”), a song written in 1968 by the region’s popular artist Luiz Gonzaga as a tribute… Read Details ⇢
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Zelenskyy lambastes Putin over Christmas strikes: ‘What could be more inhumane?’
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy excoriated Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday for launching attacks against energy infrastructure on Christmas Day. Zelenskyy suggested the attacks were “inhumane,” but said they would not ruin Christmas. “Today, Putin deliberately chose Christmas for an attack. What could be more inhumane? Over 70 missiles, including… Read Details ⇢
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Israeli forces kill dozens in Gaza as ceasefire talks face challenges | Israel-Palestine conflict News
Israeli forces are pounding the besieged Gaza Strip, killing at least 25 Palestinians and wounding dozens more as indirect ceasefire talks between Israel and Hamas face more obstacles. Medics in the bombarded enclave said the Israeli military targeted yet another school sheltering displaced families on Wednesday in the Gaza City… Read Details ⇢
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Oh the irony: T-Mobile launches Internet Backup plans for businesses on the day it suffered its biggest outage of 2024
T-Mobile’s backup solution includes free data passes for emergencies Each plan offers 130GB/month, plus three free 130GB passes yearly No hidden fees with T-Mobile’s Home and Business plans T-Mobile has unveiled enhanced Internet Backup plans for both home and small businesses which aim to give users a reliable and affordable… Read Details ⇢