(2023-12-26). Why Expansion of BRICS Is So Profound for the Global Economy. infobrics.org The enlarged grouping accounts for almost 37% of world's GDP if one uses the purchasing power parity measurement method, while the G7 represents just 30%…
(2023-12-26). Top Latin Times Stories in 2023: Politics and Immigration for U.S. Latinos. latintimes.com 2023 has been a year of milestones and challenges for Latinos in the U.S.
(2023-12-26). Yemen's Houthis Have "Biden by the Shorthairs". Disruption of the Most Important Maritime Trading Routes. Potential Shock to the Global Economy. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-26). Disruption in Maritime Trade Routes from the Black Sea to the Red Sea Triggers Crisis of the World Economy. Escalation, from Israel-Palestine War into Iran-US War? globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-26). Robert Kuhn: China addresses challenges to bolster economyÔΩúMy Memory of China. ecns.cn "I wish all my Chinese friends a Happy New Year," Robert Kuhn, chairman of the Kuhn Foundation, smiled and said in both English and Chinese before he shared his memory of China in 2023 during an inclusive interview with China News Network.
(2023-12-26). China raises 2024 import quota for Australian wool. ecns.cn China on Monday announced the 2024 import quotas for zero-tariff wool products from New Zealand and Australia, with a 5 percent rise in Australia's quota, in line with the terms of their bilateral free trade agreement (FTA).
(2023-12-26). Kenya's economy grows 5 percent in 2023 despite challenges. independent.co.ug 
NAIROBI, KENYA | Xinhua | Kenya's economy grew 5 percent in 2023, up from 4.8 percent in 2022 despite continued challenges, the World Bank said in a report released recentlyy. According to the World Bank's 28th edition of Kenya Economic Update (KEU), the improved growth was buoyed by a strong rebound in the agriculture sector …
(2023-12-26). Increasing yield per unit: China sets overall grain production targets for 2024. ecns.cn China has established overall targets for its 2024 grain production, aiming to stabilize food grain, maize and soybean production, expand rapeseed planting area, and increase yield per unit area, as announced by the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs.
(2023-12-26). China starts zero-tariff treatment for 6 least-developed African countries. ecns.cn The zero-tariff treatment China had granted for six least-developed African countries officially took effect on Monday.
(2023-12-26). Robert Kuhn: China addresses challenges to boost its economyÔΩúMy Memory of China. ecns.cn Looking back at the year 2023, Dr. Robert Kuhn, Chairman of the Kuhn Foundation, told China News network that he focuses on how China dealt with its complex economy, seeking to bolster the economy in the short term in ways that benefit, not sacrifice the economy in the long term.
(2023-12-26). How Biden's Economy Puts Money in Workers' Pockets. counterpunch.org 
Libbi Urban's co-workers broke into applause at the union hall last year when they learned that their new contract with Cleveland-Cliffs not only increased wages by a whopping 20 percent but provided greater work-life balance and even enabled them to retire earlier than planned. They'd spent years fighting for some of the improvements. But this time, they
themedialine.org (2023-12-26). Arab League Hails Yemen Agreement as Positive Step Toward Lasting PeaceYemen has been mired in a brutal civil war since 2014, pitting the Houthis against the internationally-recognized government. In 2015, a Saudi Arabia-led coalition intervened to support the Yemeni government, further intensifying the conflict. The Yemeni Presidential Leadership Council and the Houthi group have committed to a nationwide cease-fire, lifting economic restrictions, and engaging in preparations for inclusive UN-led political negotiations.
(2023-12-26). Egypt continues to act as mediator in resolving crises, conflicts in 2023 despite economic challenges. independent.co.ug 
CAIRO | Xinhua | Despite the multiple economic challenges it faced in 2023, Egypt continued to play an active peacemaking role in maintaining security and stability in the Middle East. Surrounded by crises and conflicts in its neighboring countries and regions, including Libya, Sudan and the Gaza Strip, Egypt acted as a major mediator in …
(2023-12-26). Thailand's Kra Land Bridge (Might) Reshape Asia. thealtworld.com Thailand's government has put together a serious proposal to build a land bridge across the Thai Kra Isthmus connecting ports on either side, providing an alternative for maritime shipping transiting the Malacca Strait, saving several days of travel in the process. | The project, if completed, would transform Asia's economic and even security architecture. The land bridge, along with the still-under-construction Thai-Chinese high-speed railway, would solidify Thailand's role as a regional logistics hub connecting the Indian Ocean with the Pacific Ocean, and also moving freight and people from across Southeast Asi…
(2023-12-26). EU, U.S. support for Ukraine tends to fade. ecns.cn The United States and the European Union have both failed recently to pass the aid package for Ukraine due to internal divisions, and 2024 is certain to be tougher for Ukraine, which is already in a dire economic situation, analysts said.
(2023-12-26). In Memory of Robert Solow. cepr.net We were honored to have Robert Solow as a member of our Advisory Board at the Center for Economic and Policy Research for more than a decade. Professor Solow was a brilliant economist, who broke ground in many areas of the discipline. While he was a great mathematician, he always viewed economics as a way …
(2023-12-26). Plan to spur HK, Macao investors. ecns.cn A three-year action plan released on Monday by the mainland's top economic regulator signaled a potential relaxation or removal of eligibility criteria, shareholding ratios and industry access restrictions for Hong Kong and Macao investors, emphasizing increased openness in the financial sector.
(2023-12-26). Cuba reiterates priority relations with the Eurasian Economic Union. plenglish.com Havana, Dec 26 (Prensa Latina) The president of Cuba, Miguel Díaz-Canel, reiterated that for Cuba it is of utmost importance to expand ties with all member nations of the Eurasian Economic Union (EEU).
(2023-12-26). New high-speed railway to boost development in Fujian's western region. ecns.cn The China State Railway Group, the national railway operator, announced on Monday that a new high-speed railway is set to open in East China's Fujian province on Tuesday, aiming to enhance social and economic development in the western part of the province.
(2023-12-26). President Milei's Economic Deregulation: Argentina Opens Doors to Bitcoin Contracts. latintimes.com Experts explained to The Latin Times what the announcement means. "It's not a step in terms of regulation just yet"
(2023-12-26). GLOBAL MARKETS-Global stocks edge up, dollar holds near 5-month low. devdiscourse.com Global stocks crept higher on Tuesday and the dollar lingered near a five-month low as investors held fast to bets that cooling U.S. inflation will lead the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates next year. Oil prices jumped over 3% earlier in the session to the highest in almost a month, as Middle East strife continues and investor hope possible rate cuts will boost global economic growth and fuel demand.
(2023-12-26). We can either have billionaires or democracy. Not both. indybay.org Political debate on wealth redistribution is a fight for fairness | Call it socialism – as the wealthy GOP does – or call it progressive taxation or economic justice. It doesn't matter; the nation's fiscal conservatives will demonize any idea of redistributing wealth and try to stoke unfounded fears of creeping communism no matter what specific language we use around fairness.
(2023-12-26). Iran, Eurasian Economic Union sign free trade agreement. presstv.ir Iran and the Eurasian Economic Union sign a major agreement to engage in free trade.
(2023-12-26). Iowa declines federal summer food aid, sparking backlash. nationofchange.org Critics argue that the state's stance implies mistrust in low-income families' ability to make healthy food choices for their children, which they consider demeaning and counterproductive.
(2023-12-26). Construction worker killed, another injured as lift malfunctions in Delhi's Narela. devdiscourse.com A labourer was killed and another suffered injuries in outer Delhi's Narela area after a lift of an under-construction building malfunctioned, police said on Tuesday.
(2023-12-26). Democracy Now! 2023-12-26 Tuesday. democracynow.org Headlines for December 26, 2023; "Christ in the Rubble": Watch Palestinian Pastor Deliver Powerful Christmas Sermon from Bethlehem; Christmas in Palestine: Bethlehem Reverend Slams West for Praising Prince of Peace & Beating Drums of War; Labor Demands a Ceasefire: UAW, Electrical & Postal Workers Call for Israel's Assault on Gaza to End | Headlines for December 26, 2023; "Christ in the Rubble": Watch Palestinian Pastor Deliver Powerful Christmas Sermon from Bethlehem; Christmas in Palestine: Bethlehem Reverend Slams West for Praising Prince of Peace & Beating Drums of War; Labor Deman…
(2023-12-26). Labor & Palestine: Jeff Schuhrke & Bill Fletcher on How U.S. Unions Are Responding to War in Gaza. democracynow.org Part 2 of our conversation with longtime trade unionist Bill Fletcher and labor historian Jeff Schuhrke about union calls for a ceasefire in Gaza, the 2024 election and more. | Part 2 of our conversation with longtime trade unionist Bill Fletcher and labor historian Jeff Schuhrke about union calls for a ceasefire in Gaza, the 2024 election and more.
(2023-12-26). Labor & Palestine: Jeff Schuhrke & Bill Fletcher on How U.S. Unions Are Responding to War in Gaza. democracynow.org Part 2 of our conversation with longtime trade unionist Bill Fletcher and labor historian Jeff Schuhrke about union calls for a ceasefire in Gaza, the 2024 election and more. | Part 2 of our conversation with longtime trade unionist Bill Fletcher and labor historian Jeff Schuhrke about union calls for a ceasefire in Gaza, the 2024 election and more.
(2023-12-26). Democracy Now! 2023-12-26 Tuesday. democracynow.org Headlines for December 26, 2023; "Christ in the Rubble": Watch Palestinian Pastor Deliver Powerful Christmas Sermon from Bethlehem; Christmas in Palestine: Bethlehem Reverend Slams West for Praising Prince of Peace & Beating Drums of War; Labor Demands a Ceasefire: UAW, Electrical & Postal Workers Call for Israel's Assault on Gaza to End | Headlines for December 26, 2023; "Christ in the Rubble": Watch Palestinian Pastor Deliver Powerful Christmas Sermon from Bethlehem; Christmas in Palestine: Bethlehem Reverend Slams West for Praising Prince of Peace & Beating Drums of War; Labor Deman…
(2023-12-26). Labor Demands a Ceasefire: UAW, Electrical & Postal Workers Call for Israel's Assault on Gaza to End. democracynow.org 
Unions across the United States have begun to shift from a long history of supporting Israel to condemning the Israeli occupation of Palestine amid growing calls for a ceasefire in Gaza, where Israel's 80-day assault has killed over 20,000 people. As ceasefire demands from teachers to Starbucks workers are published across the country and a major march led in part by union organizers in New York called on members of Congress to stop taking campaign cash from pro-Israel lobbyists, Democracy Now! speaks with longtime trade unionist Bill Fletcher and labor historian Jeff Schuhrke about the United States labor…
(2023-12-26). Approaches Decreased EHR Time for Primary Care Clinicians. jamanetwork.com Factors such as team collaboration on orders and the presence of a clinic pharmacy technician to help with medication refills might reduce the amount of time primary care practice (PCP) clinicians spend on the electronic health record (EHR) during and after typical work hours, according to 2021 data from 307 US physicians from 31 primary care clinics at Massachusetts General Hospital and Brigham and Women's Hospital. The research appeared in JAMA Network Open.
(2023-12-26). Changes to Nonauthor Collaborator Names. jamanetwork.com The Original Investigation titled "Effect of Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme Inhibitor and Angiotensin Receptor Blocker Initiation on Organ Support—Free Days in Patients Hospitalized With COVID-19: A Randomized Clinical Trial," published on April 11, 2023, has been updated to fix the spelling of names in a supplement (Alessandro Belletti, Alessandra Bonaccorso, Claudia Costantino, Ashlish Dawda, Pierre-Yves Egreteau, Nasir Khoso, Sven Laudi, Juan Martin-Lazaro, Jack Richecoeur, L. Roebers, Giovanna Russelli, Patrica Thompson, and Harald Verheij are the correct spellings. L. Roebers was missing from original a…
(2023-12-26). Revisions to Nonauthor Collaborator Names. jamanetwork.com The Original Investigation titled "Intravenous Vitamin C for Patients Hospitalized With COVID-19: Two Harmonized Randomized Clinical Trials," published on November 14, 2023, has been updated to fix the spelling of names in a supplement (Alessandro Belletti, Alessandra Bonaccorso, Claudia Costantino, Ashlish Dawda, Pierre-Yves Egreteau, Nasir Khoso, Sven Laudi, Juan Martin-Lazaro, Jack Richecoeur, L. Roebers, Giovanna Russelli, Patrica Thompson, and Harald Verheij are the correct spellings). This article was corrected online.
(2023-12-26). Africa's rich biodiversity offers a wealth of carbon offset projects for Gulf investors. independent.co.ug 
Africa's carbon credit market is experiencing a significant surge in investor interest, thanks to a surge in fresh investment from the Gulf. But more regulation, stricter auditing and greater transparency is required, according to industry insiders. SPECIAL REPORT | BIRD AGENCY | Africa is a prime target for new multimillion-dollar carbon offset projects as companies …
(2023-12-26). Owning home still a dream for majority in United States. ummid.com Owning a home is still a dream for majority of the families in the United States this even as prices have gone down, a latest survey result released Thursday December 21, 2023 showed.
(2023-12-26). Nigerian Tech Executive Busted By SEC Over Fake Accounting, Short Seller Research Pointed Feds To Target. moguldom.com The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has unleashed charges of "massive fraud" against Nigerian tech executive Dozy Mmobuosi and three affiliated companies, alleging a widespread scheme to inflate financial metrics with the intent of deceiving investors. The SEC claims that these entities fabricated their financial statements and those of their Nigerian counterparts, Tingo Mobile …
(2023-12-26). Company Law draft revision to bolster confidence. ecns.cn A draft revision to the Company Law has been put before Chinese lawmakers for a fourth reading on Monday, which officials and experts said comes amid China's ongoing efforts to enhance its business environment and bolster investment confidence.
(2023-12-26). "Shrouded in Secrecy": The Companies Profiting from Israel's 2023 Attack on Gaza. globalresearch.ca
(2023-12-26). This Entrepreneur Did His Homework On Airport Restaurants. Next Came The Profits. moguldom.com Randy Hazelton, CEO of H&H Hospitality, is a testament to the power of learning from past failures. His journey from bankruptcy to building a thriving business in the competitive world of airport restaurants is a story of determination and strategic thinking. Hazelton did his homework and turned his airport restaurant venture into a multi-million-dollar success. …
(2023-12-26). Uruguay to hold plebiscites. plenglish.com That year could be the highest in terms of number of plebiscites (five). Out of them, the one assured is seeking to approve police night raids, for which the ruling National Party obtained the necessary signatures in Parliament. | The main argument in defense of the said plebiscite is that regulations are needed to further address insecurity, particularly drug trafficking. | There are four other initiatives whose proponents are fighting to present it in the 2024 elections: the social security reform law, for which the PIT-CNT union center is collecting signatures; the restructuring of debts owed to individuals,…
(2023-12-26). 22 States to Ring In New Year With Minimum Wage Increases. truthout.org Nearly two dozen states and several municipalities across the U.S. are set to increase their minimum wage levels for workers in the new year. Sixty-five jurisdictions in total, including 22 states, will see minimum wage increases starting on that date. A majority of those jurisdictions will see their rates go up to or higher than $15 per hour. Three other states, as well as 22 other localities… |
(2023-12-26). Atrial Fibrillation Catheter Ablation and Psychological Distress. jamanetwork.com To the Editor A recent study examined the effects of atrial fibrillation catheter ablation on mental health. This is a clinically relevant area of research, and the results are certainly interesting, although there is a question, in our opinion, regarding the nature of the observed associations. Treatment for depression is notorious for placebo effects, and it appears such effects may be due to activation of certain neurotransmitting pathways by the "idea" of active treatment. Research has shown that placebo-induced activation of the Œº-opioid system is implicated in the formation of placebo antidepres…
(2023-12-26). Africa's role in Palestinian liberation. roape.net Calling for African support for Palestine against Israel's military-industrial complex.
(2023-12-26). Casualties In Israeli Aggression On Gaza Reaches Over 20,600 Martyrs #MENAFN #Bitcoin #LatestNews #BreakingNews. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Peninsula) QNA Gaza: The number of casualties of the ongoing Israeli occupation's aggression against the Gaza Strip since October 7 has risen to 20,674 martyrs and 54,536 wounded. | In …
(2023-12-26). Five Bodies Found In Apartment Near Paris: Prosecutors #MENAFN #Bitcoin #LatestNews #BreakingNews. menafn.com (MENAFN – The Peninsula) AFP Bobigny, France: Five dead bodies were found on Christmas Day in an apartment in the town of Meaux to the east of Paris, the local prosecutor told AFP, adding that a …
(2023-12-26). Amendment To Law On Electricity To Be Discussed At Azerbaijani Parliament #MENAFN #Bitcoin #LatestNews #BreakingNews. menafn.com (MENAFN – AzerNews) Abbas Ganbay Read more From January 1 next year, the operation of electrical | installations with a capacity of more than 200 kW in Azerbaijan | will be carried out based on a …
(2023-12-26). Netflix Documentary With Costa Rican Nature Wins Emmy #MENAFN #Bitcoin #LatestNews #BreakingNews. menafn.com (MENAFN – Costa Rica News) ocref&&(Object(document,"referrer",{get: function(){return litespeed_docref}}),sessionStorage("litespeed_docref")); Netflix Documentary with Costa Rican Nature Wins Emmy ? …
(2023-12-26). Ayahuasca Or Psilocybin, Which Is The Right One For You? #MENAFN #Bitcoin #LatestNews #BreakingNews. menafn.com (MENAFN – Costa Rica News) ocref&&(Object(document,"referrer",{get: function(){return litespeed_docref}}),sessionStorage("litespeed_docref")); Ayahuasca or Psilocybin, Which is the Right One for You? …
(2023-12-26). Colonialism Led To The Extinction Of Indigenous Shaggy Dogs In Canada #MENAFN #Bitcoin #LatestNews #BreakingNews. menafn.com (MENAFN – Costa Rica News) ocref&&(Object(document,"referrer",{get: function(){return litespeed_docref}}),sessionStorage("litespeed_docref")); Colonialism Led to the Extinction of Indigenous Shaggy …
(2023-12-26). Central Bank Of Azerbaijan Releases Report On Currency Rates #MENAFN #Bitcoin #LatestNews #BreakingNews. menafn.com (MENAFN – AzerNews) Asim Aliyev Read more According to the official rate of the Central Bank of | Azerbaijan, the US dollar exchange rate remained unchanged at the | level of AZN 1.7, Azernews …
(2023-12-26). Housing activists organise national day of action for public housing, rent controls. greenleft.org.au 
(2023-12-26). Matthew Ehret: Without numerous anti-Semitic fascists, Zionism would not have been possible. expose-news.com Imperial socialism has always been at the heart of 20th-century fascism, writes Matthew Ehret. Without the force of numerous anti-Semitic fascists throughout the last two centuries, Zionism would have never been possible. …
(2023-12-26). Comrade Ranjeet talks to Press TV about his arrest and the fight against zionism. thecommunists.org Following his recent arrest, along with three other party comrades, for the 'racially aggravated crime' of offering for sale a book that tells the truth about the history of zionism, Comrade Ranjeet Brar talks to Press TV. Western governments and media like to tell us that they are the upholders of freedom of speech. But …