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Chinese espionage in the European Union and neighboring countries reveals its full scope when certain pieces are connected. The May 20 arrest in Germany of a German couple of Chinese origin who were taking military-technology information from universities is a particularly notable case. But it is only one of many. The episode exposes a strategy of large-scale, coordinated infiltration when placed alongside other arrests in EU member states and neighboring countries. In total, around 30 agents and collaborators have been uncovered in Europe and its vicinity in just the past two years; some were arrested, several expelled, and others are awaiting trial. China typically denies all espionage allegations and describes them as slander.

That the two hottest Junes have been the last two is not a coincidence or a statistical fluke. It simply reflects what is happening to the planet: it is overheating because of greenhouse gases emitted by humans, primarily from the use of fossil fuels (oil, gas and coal). Climate change has ushered Earth into an era of fleeting records and a stringing together of historic highs. For example, the last 11 years have been the warmest on average for the planet as a whole.

U.S. guardianship over Venezuela endures. And with it a hard-to-describe sense of waiting grows among the population: a huge expectation of economic improvements and a transition to democracy that has yet to materialize. Impatience is spreading, especially among political elites. Oil production is rising, driven by new exploitation licenses granted by Washington, but the surplus has not yet translated into revenue for the treasury. The currency steadily depreciates. Economic stagnation is one of the most frequent — and distressing — topics of conversation in the streets of Caracas. Contrary to what Donald Trump said, Venezuelans are not dancing with joy in the streets.

Funny how animals act more “civilized” than most world leaders.

english.elpais.com David Samson, anthropologist: ‘Humans went through a radical evolutionary experiment. We are the primates that sleep the least’ Enrique Alpañés 10–12 minutes

At least 30 agents operating on Beijing’s behalf have been uncovered in the European area over the past two years.

At least 30 agents operating on Beijing’s behalf have been uncovered in the European area over the past two years.

Chinese espionage in the European Union and neighboring countries reveals its full scope when certain pieces are connected. The May 20 arrest in Germany of a German couple of Chinese origin who were taking military-technology information from universities is a particularly notable case. But it is only one of many. The episode exposes a strategy of large-scale, coordinated infiltration when placed alongside other arrests in EU member states and neighboring countries. In total, around 30 agents and collaborators have been uncovered in Europe and its vicinity in just the past two years; some were arrested, several expelled, and others are awaiting trial. China typically denies all espionage allegations and describes them as slander.

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A leaked audio recording points to former Honduran President Juan Orlando Hernández, Javier Milei, and Donald Trump as attempting to create a platform to spread fake news about the administrations of Claudia Sheinbaum, Lula, and Gustavo Petro

The officer, considered a hero in his country, accuses the United States of having succumbed to ‘Russian disinformation’ due to its affinity with Vladimir Putin.

The officer, considered a hero in his country, accuses the United States of having succumbed to ‘Russian disinformation’ due to its affinity with Vladimir Putin.

The officer, considered a hero in his country, accuses the United States of having succumbed to ‘Russian disinformation’ due to its affinity with Vladimir Putin.

Tehran does not need those sunken vessels the Republican alluded to in order to control the Strait of Hormuz, Iranian political scientist Vali Nasr asserted in a recent interview with this newspaper. The fears of tanker owners — and, above all, insurers — are enough to deter many ships from attempting to cross the strait. Tehran also does not need frigates to deter those who venture into those waters. It is sufficient to use “drones, mines, and cheap weaponry,” …Or, indeed, speedboats.

Persistent inflation, rising unemployment, and corruption cases are creating the worst possible panorama for the president’s public image

Persistent inflation, rising unemployment, and corruption cases are creating the worst possible panorama for the president’s public image

Persistent inflation, rising unemployment, and corruption cases are creating the worst possible panorama for the president’s public image

cross-posted from : https://lemmy.zip/post/62422921

cross-posted from : https://lemmy.zip/post/62422921

cross-posted from : https://lemmy.zip/post/62422921

more than 100 major European banks, asset managers, insurers and pension funds increased their combined stake in the company by more than 60% in the last year. This is according to data compiled by an international investigation coordinated by Follow The Money, a platform for independent journalism, and in which EL PAÍS participated.

Amanda Ungaro is a Brazilian model deported by ICE who has threatened to expose Trump and Melania’s connections to Epstein. She is allegedly the reason behind Melania’s statement the other day.

This is the article about Amanda Ungaro, the reason behind Melania’s statement.

A 40dB. survey reveals deep pessimism about the planet’s future and sharp divisions over military spending

..Washington and Israel accuse [Popular Mobilization Forces] of being proxies for Iran. The site attacked on Wednesday houses barracks for regular soldiers, but it is a base shared with PMF units…

..Washington and Israel accuse [Popular Mobilization Forces] of being proxies for Iran. The site attacked on Wednesday houses barracks for regular soldiers, but it is a base shared with PMF units…