Podeli : Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic said on Friday that the United States are going to blacklist the Serbian Oil Industry (NIS) in the next few days. Speaking live on the pro-regime Informer TV, Vucic said that the US would impose sanctions against NIS because it is partly Russian-owned. He added that the UK would also impose sanctions on NIS. He said that he does not know exactly when the sanctions would be imposed. “They have to give us a deadline.... We expected this a year and a half ago from the European Union. That didn’t happen but it’s coming from America. ... This creates problems with our Russian friends, political and every other kind,” he said. Vucic said one solution is to reduce the Russian stake in NIS to less than the current 50 percent. According to official records, Russia’s Gazpromneft owns 50 percent of NIS, Serbia owns 29.87 percent and the Russian Gazprom 6.15 percent.
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A youth gang tied to the vicious Venezuelan Tren de Aragua crew is ominously threatening revenge after a 17-year-old migrant was fatally stabbed in a Manhattan street brawl , cops said. Los Diablos de la 42 — named for the location of the notorious Roosevelt Hotel migrant shelter — are posting their threats on social media after the fatal brawl that left teen Yeremi Colino dead last week, according to authorities Though neither of the victims have a documented gang connection, “Los Diablos de la 42,” a subset of the vicious Tren de Aragua gang , vowed retaliation on social media after the slaying – indicating at least a familiarity with the crew, according to Savino and sources. “They offered their condolences and noted that their heart is broken, but they also stated, ‘Every Cocolo shot,’” Assistant Chief Jason Savino of the NYPD’s Detective Bureau told reporters Monday. “A Cocolo is described as Afro-Caribbean migrants, so there is a little bit of a gang beef, and that obviously plays towards motive as well.” The brawl that killed Colino broke out on Broadway near John Street on Thursday at around 7:30 p.m., with the teen getting punched, kicked and stabbed during the fracas, officials said. A Walgreens employee witnessed the violence – and, “in typical New York fashion” – pulled the heavily bleeding Colino into the drug store with the knife still lodged in his chest, Savino said. The gravely wounded teen, who was carrying ID from the Roosevelt shelter, was taken to Bellevue Hospital, where he was pronounced dead, cops said. Another victim, 18 – also believed to be a migrant – was knifed in the left arm and suffered non-life-threatening injuries during the fracas, cops said. “All indications at this point, as far as motive is concerned, is that this is a crew-motivated incident,” Savino added. A member of the victim’s crew told investigators that their rivals were flashing gang signs, the police official added. “Their response was they wanted to confront them as to why they flashed gang signs, and that’s ultimately the story from the victim’s side,” Savino said. However, surveillance footage reveals the victims’ crew may have been the aggressors, Savino noted. “They’re traveling towards the group of six male blacks, and what they’re doing is they’re actually calling and at one point, jogging towards that opposing group,” Savino said. “Ultimately, the two groups engage, and I will say this — both sides both had weapons.” “The victim actually swings an unknown object in a downward motion just prior to being stabbed by one of the perpetrators,” he said. In addition to the knife, two wooden sticks were recovered from the scene in addition to a pair of pliers, according to Savino. While initial reports indicated the suspects asked the teen victims if they could speak English before launching the attack, Savino said Monday that there is no indication of that exchange. Video released by the NYPD Monday night shows three suspects backing away and running off after the deadly clash. The suspects fled into the nearby Fulton Street subway station, cops said. Still photos show the crew on the train, one seen from behind with an image of lips on his backpack. Anyone with information on the deadly crime is asked to call the NYPD’s Crime Stoppers Hotline at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477) or, for Spanish, 1-888-57-PISTA (74782). The public can also submit their tips by logging onto the Crime Stoppers website at https://crimestoppers.nypdonline.org/ , on X @NYPDTips. All calls are strictly confidential.In a landmark move, Mexico's lower house has unanimously greenlit a reform targeting improved labor conditions for app-based delivery workers and drivers. This initiative aims to provide essential benefits like social security and Christmas bonuses, alongside ensuring a minimum wage. Backed by the ruling Morena party's strong majority, the reform seeks to join Mexico with nations such as Chile and Spain in regulating gig economy work, offering vital labor rights. The legislative success reflects the party's commitment to advancing reforms under both current and past leaderships. While the reform secures benefits for many, opposition voices, like PRI's Ana Isabel Gonzalez, emphasize the need for protective measures against gender-based violence. The proposal, sprung by President Claudia Sheinbaum, is on a fast track for Senate consideration before the holiday recess. (With inputs from agencies.)
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With its innovative approach, EarthMeta is poised to make a lasting impact in the ever-evolving metaverse landscape. Bloktopia is a revolutionary metaverse project that transports users into a vibrant, skyscraper-themed world. This immersive environment is housed within a 21-story virtual building, where users can engage in a wide range of activities, from socializing and learning to conducting business transactions. Currently in development, Bloktopia promises to deliver an unparalleled metaverse experience, fostering community interaction, creativity, and innovation. Bloktopia can be a leading destination in the metaverse by offering educational content on cryptocurrencies, blockchain technology, and diverse entertainment options. Star Atlas is a groundbreaking metaverse project set in a vast, immersive sci-fi universe, seamlessly integrating strategy gaming with blockchain technology. Built on the Solana blockchain and powered by Unreal Engine 5, this futuristic game offers breathtaking graphics, enabling users to explore the cosmos, engage in epic battles, and trade valuable resources. As a play-to-earn model, Star Atlas rewards players with unique digital assets represented as NFTs, which can be sold on various marketplaces, fostering a thriving, player-driven economy within the game. The convergence of blockchain technology and the metaverse has unlocked a new frontier of innovation, revolutionizing our interaction with digital spaces. Pioneering projects like Decentraland, Axie Infinity, and Star Atlas are redefining the metaverse landscape, offering decentralized land ownership, play-to-earn models, and immersive experiences. As we get ready to welcome 2025, these trailblazing projects will continue to shape our understanding of digital interaction and ownership. With technological advancements and growing user adoption on the horizon, the future of metaverses looks promising, offering endless opportunities for creativity, collaboration, and economic growth, all powered by blockchain innovation. Join our WhatsApp Channel to get the latest news, exclusives and videos on WhatsApp _____________ Disclaimer: Analytics Insight does not provide financial advice or guidance. Also note that the cryptocurrencies mentioned/listed on the website could potentially be scams, i.e. designed to induce you to invest financial resources that may be lost forever and not be recoverable once investments are made. You are responsible for conducting your own research (DYOR) before making any investments. Read more here.The far-right Dasna temple head Yati Narsinghanand yet again made a hate speech at the World’s Religion Parliament in Haridwar on Friday, December 20, repeating his pattern of inflammatory rhetoric against the Muslim community of India. In a video that has surfaced on social media the saffron-clad Narsinghanand is seen addressing an audience accompanied by some right-wing members on stage. During the event, he delivered a threatening statement suggesting violence, stating “If the police move away for 15 minutes, this person asking and lecturing for time will not survive,” cryptically referring to All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) leader Akbaruddin Owaisi’s controversial speech. It is pertinent to mention here that Owaisi delivered the speech in 2012 while addressing a rally in Telangana’s Adilabad district where he allegedly made an open challenge stating “If the police were to be removed for 15 minutes the Muslim community could show its strength”. Amid applause and sloganeering of “Har Har Mahadev from the audience, Narsinghanand is further heard declaring his willingness to sacrifice his entire family for the “Sanatan Dharma” cause. अगर पुलिस बीच में से हट जाए तो ये 15 मिनट का टाइम मांगने वाला जीवित नहीं बचेगा : यति नरसिंहानंद गिरी हरिद्वार में विश्व धर्म संसद में 20 दिसंबर, 2024 को बयान दिया, सुनिए 👇 pic.twitter.com/W4X2zbFGmr The 58-year-old priest has a history of hate speech and communally charged statements, particularly targeting the Muslim community and famous Muslim personalities like former president APJ Abdul Kalam. Earlier in October, he made derogatory remarks against the Prophet of Islam stating that, “If you have to burn effigies on every Dussehra, then burn the effigies of Muhammad.” Last year, he said “Akhand Hindu Rashtra was the dream of Veer Savarkar and Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. This dream should not be limited to Afghanistan; we should strive until Hindutva reaches Makkah and Kaaba.” He further claimed that a Shiv temple lies beneath the Kaaba, Islam’s holiest site. Following unrest in Israel in 2023, the priest declared that he, along with 1,000 supporters, wishes to settle in Israel and contribute to the war effort free of charge. Due to his repeated hate speech, he has been booked across multiple states, with FIRs filed in Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Telangana. However, despite facing numerous legal challenges, he continues to make provocative statements without facing any legal repercussions. The Uttar Pradesh police have often been accused of allowing Narsinghanand to be scot-free despite being a history-sheeter. Critics have pointed out the apparent double standards in handling such cases stating marginalized groups and independent journalists who report these hate crimes are stamped down immediately, and those spewing hate speech remain outside the law. On Thursday, December 19, the Supreme Court refused to hear a complaint alleging that the Uttar Pradesh administration and police failed to take action against far-right Dasna temple head priest Yati Narsinghanand’s Dharam Sansad which is being organised between December 17 and December 21. However, the Supreme Court directed the UP administration to follow the guidelines on hate speech. “Please keep track of what is happening, recordings of the event be there, the mere fact that we are not entertaining doesn’t mean there should be violations,” the CJI told additional solicitor general KM Nataraj representing the state. A team of former civil servants and activists, including retired IAS and IFS officers Aruna Roy, Ashok Kumar Sharma, Deb Mukarji and Navrekha Sharma as well as former member planning commission and NCW chief Syeda Hameed and social researcher and policy analyst Vijayan MJ, filed a contempt petition stating such events which include hate speeches could lead to communal disharmony in the region. They pointed at the Dharam Sansad advertisements which explicitly mention anti-Muslim speeches.
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