‘You don’t look disabled’: People with hidden conditions hope for a kinder world

The main suspect in Germany’s deadly car-ramming attack on a Christmas market, Taleb al-Abdulmohsen, held strong anti-Islam views and was angry with Germany's migrant policy. Chancellor Olaf Scholz condemned the attack that killed five people, including a nine-year-old child, and injured 205 others in Magdeburg. Abdulmohsen, a Saudi atheist and activist, railed against Islam and Germany’s permissive attitude towards refugees from mainly Muslim countries, despite past online posts suggesting a different motive for the attack....

The food and beverage sector in the Philippines has embraced digital transformation through technologies like online ordering, contactless payments, and inventory management systems, leading to increased efficiency and profitability. Companies like Mosaic Solutions offer comprehensive platforms that streamline operations, improve customer experiences, and drive economic growth post-pandemic, with the industry projected to grow at a rate higher than the overall economy. The sector's resilience and adaptation to new technologies are key factors in its recovery...

Dennis Ignatius criticizes the appointment of Musa Aman as Sabah head of state, calling it a new low for Malaysia. He condemns the move as a triumph of political opportunism over honor and integrity, highlighting the unworthiness of Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim. Ignatius expresses shame over the decision and questions the integrity of those involved in Musa's appointment. Full Article

Assoc Prof Archuleta highlighted the underrepresentation of women in healthcare and academia due to intense work cultures that do not accommodate caregiving roles. This lack of female representation in top roles leads to adverse downstream effects like fewer approved journal topics on women's health. Efforts to close the gap include policy changes for better female representation and building a culture of male allies to support women in balancing work and caregiving responsibilities. Full Article

The Ukrainian military is dropping Korean-language leaflets urging North Korean troops fighting on Russia’s side to surrender and join South Korea, with evidence suggesting North Korean soldiers are given Russian IDs to conceal their nationality. South Korean intelligence reports that Russia pays North Korean soldiers, but most funds likely go to the North Korean government. A photo purporting to show a North Korean soldier with a fake Russian ID raises questions about the effectiveness of...

At COP29, leaders of Hindu Kush Himalaya countries discussed the climate crisis, emphasizing the need for global coordination and support. Despite challenges like declining trust in multilateral conferences and the absence of key leaders, COP29 made strides in climate finance, tripling funding to $300 billion annually by 2035 and agreeing on a Loss and Damage Fund, renewable energy transition, and carbon market standards under the Paris Agreement. Full Article