News Briefs for December 2, 2024
Here are the top international news stories compiled by Democracy Now on Monday, December 2, 2024.
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Author: Circles Robinson
Reed Brody, the “Dictator Hunter” on Nicaragua
“Apart from absolute monarchies, I don’t think I’ve ever seen a constitution that concentrates so much power in the hands of the executive.”
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The Relevance of a Dialogue Today in Cuba
When it comes, the “change” will not be fraudulent because it will happen in the light at a negotiation table.
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Disadvantages for Exercising Fundamental Rights in Cuba
No one has questioned how it is possible for a country with a totalitarian government to have a Ministry of Justice. It is an aberration…
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Ana Tijoux – NPR Tiny Desk Concert
Today’s featured artist is Chilean rapper Ana Tijoux with the an NPR Tiny Desk concert recorded in May 2024.
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Last Night, Havana, Cuba – Photo of the Day
Nilda del Valle from the United States took our photo of the day: “Last Night” in Havana, Cuba.
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Free Internet in Cuba: Dream or Real Possibility?
It is disheartening for me to play the role of devil’s advocate or party pooper. However, it would be worse to cheer on false hopes…
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On the Topic of Suicide in Today’s Cuba
Cuba is full of these examples. Among those who attempt suicide and those who go through with it. But these aren’t topics that are addressed.
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“Witch Hunt”: 30 More Nicaraguans Jailed in Seven Days
Illegal arrests have taken place in at least ten departments of Nicaragua, including Leon, Masaya and Esteli, says a monitoring organization.
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Venezuela Still Has 1,903 Political Prisoners
The NGO said the list of adolescent political prisoners now stands at 42.
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