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2025-03-27 10:10:46

Violent clashes in Ankara as students protest Istanbul mayor's arrest

Tensions rise in Ankara as police clash with student protesters, deploying pepper spray and water cannons. Protests stem from the arrest of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, seen as politically motivated. Over 1,400 detained in six days. read more

2025-03-26 19:50:46

Elon Musk's Doge Leads to Closure of Federal Mediation Agency

Protests against Tesla and Elon Musk’s ‘department of government efficiency’ occur in New York. This department shuts down the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service (FMCS), impacting labor disputes mediation. The move aligns with Trump's order to dismantle federal agencies. read more

2025-03-20 14:50:42

Tesla Protests Erupt After Commerce Secretary Endorses Elon Musk's Company

Protests erupt outside a Tesla facility in Arizona as Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick's endorsement of Elon Musk backfires, causing Tesla stock to plummet. Musk's ties to the Trump administration face scrutiny, leading to conflicts of interest concerns. read more

2025-03-04 19:20:38

Chaos in Serbia's Parliament Reflects Deep Political Divisions

Chaos erupted in Serbia's parliament as smoke bombs and flares were thrown during a vote on increasing university funding, highlighting deep political divisions amid ongoing anti-corruption protests. This incident follows the tragic concrete canopy collapse that sparked protests demanding political change. read more

2025-03-03 16:10:39

Democrats Invite Fired Federal Workers to Trump's Congressional Address

Protesters in Washington DC oppose cuts to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau by Elon Musk's 'department of government efficiency'. Fired federal workers are invited by Democrats to Trump's address to Congress to highlight the impact of mass firings. read more

2025-03-02 16:20:04

Protesters Rally in Vermont Over Vance-Zelensky Oval Office Clash

Protesters line Vermont streets as JD Vance takes ski holiday after clash with Ukraine president Zelensky. Footage shows anti-Trump signs. Unprecedented clash between Zelensky and US president and vice president leads to accusations of disrespect. read more

2025-03-02 16:20:03

Protesters Gather Near Vermont Ski Resort Amid Vice President Visit

Crowds protested near a Vermont ski resort where Vice President JD Vance planned to vacation with his family following a heated Oval Office exchange over Ukraine. Supporters of Ukraine, immigrant rights, and anti-war activists were present. Governor Phil Scott urged respectful interactions. read more

2025-02-27 19:50:05

Pro-Palestinian Students Stage Sit-In at Barnard College Over Expulsions

Dozens of pro-Palestinian students protest outside Barnard College dean Leslie Grinage's office in New York over the expulsion of two students who interrupted an Israel class. A sit-in was staged demanding reversal of expulsions. Abuse by the group caused one employee's injury. read more

2025-02-24 03:10:05

Protesters Gather in Belgium Over Ukraine Invasion, Zelenskyy Rejects Deal

Protesters in Brussels commemorate the third anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy rejects a $500bn US minerals deal, emphasizing a desire for peaceful negotiations with America. Trump administration faces backlash as top Democrat accuses of 'surrendering to Russians'. read more

2025-02-18 23:10:04

Democratic Party Criticized for Weak Opposition Force to Trump

The Democratic base nationwide expresses anger through protests on President's Day, demanding party leaders like Bernie Sanders and AOC to be more vocal. Democrats face criticism for their lack of response to Trump's actions as grassroots movements gain momentum. read more

2025-01-28 13:10:04

Serbian PM resigns amid protests, sparking calls for early elections

Serbian Prime Minister Milos Vucevic resigns amid student-led corruption protests sweeping the country after a deadly roof collapse. Vucevic's resignation follows tensions and demands for accountability as mass protests continue, possibly leading to an early parliamentary election. read more

2025-01-14 23:40:03

Protesters form human chain demanding arrest of South Korea's president

Protesters form a human chain outside South Korean president Yoon's office as investigators try to arrest him over martial law declaration. Yoon, impeached and barricaded in his residence, faces forceful detention as authorities investigate possible rebellion. read more

2024-12-19 21:40:04

Pro-Palestine campus protests in US decline due to new rules.

The fall semester saw a significant decrease in pro-Palestine protests on U.S. campuses, with new restrictions and crackdowns contributing to the decline. Universities implemented rules on demonstrations and speech following heightened nationwide protests after the Israel-Hamas conflict. read more

2024-11-22 19:50:11

"Guilty Verdict for Canada's Freedom Convoy Protest Leader"

Pat King, a key figure from Canada's 2022 trucker protests against COVID-19 restrictions, has been found guilty on five counts, including mischief and disobeying a court order. The prosecution alleged he played a leadership role in the disruptive protests in Ottawa. read more

2024-11-12 17:50:07

Bridge Blockade Ends in Abkhazia as Opposition Supporters Released

Protests blocking bridges in Georgia's separatist Abkhazia region end after authorities release five jailed opposition supporters. The unrest followed a parliament session on a Russia agreement, sparking fear of sovereignty sellout. Abkhazia has been under separatist control since 1993. read more

2024-10-14 23:10:10

"Pro-Palestinian Protesters Arrested in Anti-Israel Demonstration Outside NYSE"

About 200 pro-Palestinian protesters were arrested outside the New York Stock Exchange, demanding an end to U.S. support for Israel's actions in Gaza. The demonstrators chanted slogans and staged a sit-in, leading to multiple arrests by the police. read more

2024-09-03 16:50:07

"Mask Ban Laws Spark Controversy Over Public Safety vs. Rights"

Mask ban laws are sparking debates amid Israel-Palestine protests, with calls for public safety countered by concerns of stifling dissent. Laws in Ohio, Texas, and North Carolina aim to protect, yet activists warn of endangering demonstrators and marginalizing pro-Palestinian voices. read more

2024-09-01 13:20:10

Controversy Surrounds Mask Ban Laws at Protests in the US

Lawmakers in the US are proposing mask bans amid Israel-Palestine protests, claiming public safety. Critics argue bans may harm activists, threaten health, and suppress pro-Palestinian speech. Concerns arise on enforcement by police and impact on disabled people. read more

2024-08-15 13:10:03

Protesters disrupt Sheikh Mujibur Rahman commemoration in Bangladesh

Hundreds of Bangladeshi protesters, armed with weapons, prevented supporters of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina from reaching her father's museum, attacking and harassing them. The incident occurred on the anniversary of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman's death, leading to chaos in Dhaka. read more

2024-08-14 15:40:07

UCLA Ordered to Prevent Pro-Palestinian Protests Blocking Jewish Students

A judge ruled that UCLA cannot let pro-Palestinian protesters block Jewish students' access to campus, marking the first ruling against a university in US over demonstrations against the Israel-Hamas war. The students who filed the lawsuit celebrated the decision. read more

2024-08-06 12:40:07

Unrest in Bangladesh: Former Prime Minister's Residence Stormed by Protesters

Protests in Bangladesh escalated as former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina fled the country due to student-led demonstrations against a quota system, forcing her resignation after 15 years in power. Government attempts to suppress protests with force backfired, leading to further outrage and unrest. read more

2024-08-02 14:10:04

Bangladesh Protests Demand Justice for 200 Killed, Challenge Government

Protests in Bangladesh continue against Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina demanding justice for more than 200 killed in violent demonstrations despite reforms in job quota systems. Demonstrations against Sheikh Hasina intensify, testing her 15-year rule as economic discontent and anger fuel unrest. read more

2024-07-01 12:50:07

A commemoration for the 23 individuals who died during protests against Kenya's finance bill in Nairobi on 30 June 2024 was held. The protests uncover a crisis encompassing government debt and interventions from western institutions, sparking a call for fundamental changes. read more

2024-06-25 22:30:06

Protesters clashed with police in Kenya's parliament over a new finance bill imposing new taxes, resulting in at least five fatalities. The public demand legislators to reject the bill due to high living costs. read more

2024-06-21 07:40:04

Prosecutors dropped charges against 46 pro-Palestinian students arrested at Columbia University protests. Charges were dismissed due to lack of evidence, but some face trespass charges. Students protested Israel's war on Hamas, leading to widespread demonstrations. One protester faces charges for flag burning and damaging a surveillance camera. read more

2024-06-09 11:40:04

Israeli police used water cannons on June 8th in Tel Aviv to disperse anti-government protesters calling for new elections. Demonstrations against Benjamin Netanyahu are ongoing, demanding a change in the approach to the war in Gaza. read more

2024-05-24 22:10:04

Shruthi Kumar criticizes Harvard University's response to Gaza protests in her senior English address, supporting 13 students barred from graduating. Over 1,000 students staged a walkout in solidarity, waving Palestinian flags. Maria Ressa warns against silencing student protesters, highlighting tensions at universities. read more

2024-05-14 11:40:08

Violent riots engulf Noumea, New Caledonia as protests against changes to voting system grow, prompting a curfew and airport closure. Protests involve burning cars, looting, and clashes with police. French President Macron aims to increase influence, negotiations stalled amidst tensions. read more

2024-05-12 20:10:06

Students walked out on Jerry Seinfeld's commencement speech at Duke University, protesting Israel's actions in Gaza. Protests also occurred at other universities in the US during commencement ceremonies, with students waving Palestinian flags and chanting for solidarity. read more

2024-05-10 22:40:04

A banner outside Stade Maurice Dufrasne reads "Standard on strike!" as fans block team bus protesting against 777 Partners. Standard Liege's game against Westerlo is postponed due to the protest. The US investment group faces legal and financial turmoil amid concerns over Everton takeover. read more

2024-05-09 09:10:11

Pro-Palestinian protesters interrupt US Senate hearing, demanding a free Palestine and causing a pause in US bomb shipment to Israel due to fears of a potential large-scale assault on Gaza's Rafah. President Biden warns of ceasing weapon supplies if Rafah is invaded. -GazaWar read more

2024-05-06 21:40:04

Vigilantes attacked unarmed civilians at UCLA while state police stood by, highlighting lawlessness. The assault during campus protests escalated into violence as police failed to intervene, sparking concerns over the implications of state-sanctioned violence. read more

2024-05-06 18:50:04

Princeton University students express solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza through a hunger strike demanding the disclosure, divestment, and cultural boycott of Israel. The hunger strike protests come amid a wave of demonstrations against Israel’s actions on US university campuses. read more

2024-05-05 16:40:08

President Joe Biden faces criticism from Republicans for his response to pro-Palestinian student protests, while prominent Democrats defend him claiming he has been strong from the beginning. Campus protests have stirred aggressive police action, as clashes revolve around conflicting opinions on Israel. read more

2024-05-01 13:10:08

Pro-Israel counter-protesters at UCLA tear down encampment barriers in a violent clash with pro-Palestinian protesters following arrests at Columbia University. Police clear the area, while upcoming segments cover topics like MP behavior during PMQs and Met police priorities. read more

2024-05-01 02:10:11

New York police entered Columbia University to disperse pro-Palestinian protesters who had occupied a classroom building for two weeks. Columbia officials threatened academic expulsion. Police detained protesters, prompting a large police presence on campus. read more

2024-04-30 01:10:08

Riot police use pepper spray at University of Texas pro-Gaza protest encampment, resulting in around 50 arrests. This is the second large police presence clash at the campus in less than a week. read more

2024-04-25 15:50:04

Donald Trump claims campus protests are more severe than the 2017 white supremacist rally in Charlottesville, stating that current pro-Palestine demonstrations are worse. He accuses President Biden of not handling the situation well, emphasizing tensions between Israel and Palestine. read more

2024-04-25 01:10:07

A journalist covering protests at UT Austin is arrested, sparking concerns over a "militarized response". Faculty condemn police behavior as clashes occur and arrests are made. Protests continue at the university, leading to calls for dispersal by police. read more