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6 hours ago
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New Mexico Becomes the Latest State to End Cooperation With ICE Under New Law

Grassroots coalitions are advancing legislation to sever ties with ICE in response to aggressive deportation policies.
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5 days ago
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Brandon Gill Calls Somalis a Net Drain' on Society

Rep. Brandon Gill claims that some immigrant cultures are incompatible with American values and criticizes welfare dependency among non-citizen households.
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fromTruthout
6 hours ago

New Mexico Becomes the Latest State to End Cooperation With ICE Under New Law

Grassroots coalitions are advancing legislation to sever ties with ICE in response to aggressive deportation policies.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Brandon Gill Calls Somalis a Net Drain' on Society

Rep. Brandon Gill claims that some immigrant cultures are incompatible with American values and criticizes welfare dependency among non-citizen households.
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fromAxios
1 day ago

Multiracial Americans are surging. But data erases them

The multiracial population in the U.S. grew significantly from 2010 to 2020, with implications for how race is measured and understood.
fromwww.npr.org
4 days ago

'Here Where We Live Is Our Country' tells the story of a Jewish labor movement

The Jewish Labour Bund was a revolutionary political party born in 1897 in the Czarist Empire that was secular, that was socialist, that was defiantly Jewish.
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fromwww.dw.com
1 day ago

Tunisia suspends rights group amid widening repression

Tunisian authorities suspended the Human Rights League for a month amid increasing authoritarianism and crackdowns on civil society since 2021.
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fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Op-Ed | No More 24' puts New Yorkers like me at risk | amNewYork

Protesters demand the No More 24 Act to end 24-hour workdays for home care workers, fearing it jeopardizes care for individuals with disabilities.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Black and ethnic minority staff facing appalling' levels of racism in the workplace

Racism and unfair treatment of black and ethnic minority workers in Britain are increasing, necessitating urgent action from employers.
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fromSan Jose Spotlight
2 days ago

Report details missing, murdered Indigenous people in San Jose - San Jose Spotlight

Generational trauma from colonization and violence against Indigenous people in the U.S. is quantified in a report on Bay Area Native communities.
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fromFuturism
2 days ago

Tech Companies Are Using Insidious Tactics to Build Data Centers on Indigenous Lands, Activists Say

The Seminole Nation of Oklahoma has banned data center construction on its land, becoming the first Indigenous nation to do so.
#civil-rights
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fromABC7 Chicago
2 days ago

Civil rights groups condemn Southern Poverty Law Center's indictment and prepare for legal fights

Civil rights leaders are mobilizing to support the Southern Poverty Law Center amid heightened legal scrutiny from the Trump administration.
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fromSCSJ
3 days ago

SCSJ Responds to SPLC Indictment: We Will Not Be Silenced

The federal indictment of SPLC is seen as an attempt to silence civil rights organizations.
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fromABC7 Chicago
2 days ago

Civil rights groups condemn Southern Poverty Law Center's indictment and prepare for legal fights

Civil rights leaders are mobilizing to support the Southern Poverty Law Center amid heightened legal scrutiny from the Trump administration.
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fromSCSJ
3 days ago

SCSJ Responds to SPLC Indictment: We Will Not Be Silenced

The federal indictment of SPLC is seen as an attempt to silence civil rights organizations.
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fromSCSJ
2 days ago

Organizations Appeal 747 Ruling Upholding Discriminatory NC Law

Voting rights organizations appeal federal court decision on same-day registration restrictions in North Carolina, impacting young voters' participation.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

We aren't scared any more': #MeToo's lessons give Epstein survivors strength to speak out

Survivors of Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell demand transparency and accountability, marking a significant moment for the #MeToo movement.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

They all survived Jeffrey Epstein. They have something to tell you

When I delivered my victim impact statement after Maxwell's sentencing, I nearly shouted. I talked about my emotional health, my physical health, how this derailed my life. I wanted to project my voice so that no one in that courtroom could ignore what I was saying.
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fromLGBTQ Nation
1 week ago

Lawsuit against gay activist could help destroy the right to protest, judge & lawyers say - LGBTQ Nation

A federal appeals court ruling may deter individuals from participating in protests, impacting free speech and assembly rights.
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fromLGBTQ Nation
1 week ago

Lawsuit against gay activist could help destroy the right to protest, judge & lawyers say - LGBTQ Nation

A federal appeals court ruling may deter individuals from participating in protests, impacting free speech and assembly rights.
#gaza
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fromTruthout
2 days ago

Lacking Proper Sanitation, Gaza's Tent Camps Are Being Overrun by Rodents

Displaced families in Gaza face a health crisis due to predatory rodents and deteriorating living conditions.
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fromTruthout
1 week ago

The Bombs Have Slowed, But Israel Controls Every Aspect of Our Lives in Gaza

Life in Gaza feels like a prison without walls, with constant restrictions on movement and basic freedoms affecting daily survival.
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fromTruthout
2 days ago

Lacking Proper Sanitation, Gaza's Tent Camps Are Being Overrun by Rodents

Displaced families in Gaza face a health crisis due to predatory rodents and deteriorating living conditions.
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fromTruthout
1 week ago

The Bombs Have Slowed, But Israel Controls Every Aspect of Our Lives in Gaza

Life in Gaza feels like a prison without walls, with constant restrictions on movement and basic freedoms affecting daily survival.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

UK rights groups slam authoritarian' conviction of pro-Palestine activists

Convictions of Ben Jamal and Chris Nineham highlight an authoritarian shift in the UK's approach to protest and threaten democratic rights.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Man admits racial assault after accusing Orthodox Jew of killing babies'

A man pleaded guilty to racially aggravated assault against an Orthodox Jewish man, verbally abusing him and threatening violence during the incident.
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fromThe Nation
3 days ago

Earth Day Was Born in Protest

Earth Day celebrations have shifted from protests to various activities, highlighting the need for journalists to understand the role of protest in environmental advocacy.
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fromwww.cbc.ca
3 days ago

Abuse survivors unsatisfied after human rights tribunal settlement comes with NDA | CBC News

A woman alleges gender discrimination by York Regional Police, claiming they mishandled her report of historical sexual abuse.
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fromKqed
3 days ago

Amid ICE Fears, Mental Health Workers Report Drop in Immigrants Seeking Treatment | KQED

Increased immigration enforcement has led to a decline in mental health support access among immigrant families in the Bay Area.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 days ago

Some who fled abuses in Equatorial Guinea fear pope's visit might legitimize longtime ruler

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

US professors sue university over arrest during pro-Palestine protest

The judicial system would find that Emory failed to protect its students, to protect its staff, to protect the educational mission of the university, said philosophy professor Noelle McAfee, one of the plaintiffs.
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fromFortune
3 days ago

'The disfavored groups, No. 1, obviously, would be white males': Ron DeSantis is still signing anti-DEI legislation | Fortune

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed legislation prohibiting funding for diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, claiming white men are discriminated against by these programs.
fromThe Atlantic
2 days ago

Since When Is Looting a Form of Virtue Signaling?

"I think that stealing from a big box store-I'll just state my platform-it's neither very significant as a moral wrong, nor is it significant in any way as protest or direct action."
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fromThe Village Voice
2 days ago

Transforming Futures Through Education: Inside Vineyard India Compassion Trust's Lasting Impact - The Village Voice

Nonprofits create lasting impact that transcends measurable outcomes, focusing on education and community engagement to transform lives.
fromTruthout
3 days ago

Hundreds Protest Against Citizens Bank Over Ties to ICE Prison Partners

A group of organizations calling themselves the De-ICE Citizens Bank Coalition is demanding that the bank end its relationship with ICE, specifically by halting its financial ties with CoreCivic and The GEO Group, prison corporations that work on behalf of the federal agency.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Alleged rape that triggered protests in Epsom was a confused report', police say

A reported rape in Epsom was found to be a confused report; no sexual offense occurred, and the investigation has been closed.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Our duty is to bring people together': interfaith St George's Day events seek to counter hatred

Interfaith work is increasingly vital in the UK due to rising antisemitism and anti-Muslim sentiment.
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from48 hills
3 days ago

Alleluia Panis traces a notorious racist miscarriage of justice through dance - 48 hills

Alleluia Panis blends Pilipino tribal arts with contemporary forms, addressing themes of healthcare, incarceration, and institutional racism in her performances.
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fromPsychology Today
4 days ago

The Shifting Legal Landscape for Consensual Nonmonogamy

Increased awareness of consensual nonmonogamies leads to both acceptance and discrimination, impacting individuals' social and economic well-being.
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fromwww.berkeleyside.org
4 days ago

UC Berkeley strips all political art from trailblazing multicultural center

Right-wing politics in California have led to attacks on immigrant rights and affirmative action, prompting student activism for ethnic studies and community representation.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

Pope Leo urges justice reform in Equatorial Guinea's prisons

Pope Leo criticizes prison conditions in Equatorial Guinea, advocating for humane treatment and justice reform during his Africa tour.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

What is May Day Strong, the no work, no school, no shopping' protests against Trump?

May Day Strong aims to unite labor and community organizations for a nationwide protest against Trump administration policies on May 1.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Reparations take many forms': what the UN's landmark vote on enslavement means for restorative justice

The United Nations voted to describe the transatlantic chattel slave trade as the gravest crime against humanity and called for reparations as a concrete step towards remedying historical wrongs.
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#democracy
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fromThe Nation
5 days ago

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum at the Summit for Democracy

Claudia Sheinbaum emphasizes the resilience, generosity, and cultural heritage of the Mexican people in her speech at the Defense of Democracy Summit.
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fromThe Nation
5 days ago

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum at the Summit for Democracy

Claudia Sheinbaum emphasizes the resilience, generosity, and cultural heritage of the Mexican people in her speech at the Defense of Democracy Summit.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

We asked what repairing the harm of enslavement would look like. This is what we found

Living in a constrained environment reflects the ongoing impact of historical injustices and the struggle for dignity and self-worth.
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from48 hills
5 days ago

Trans trailblazer Sean Dorsey: 'When shit gets hard, we choose to show up for each other' - 48 hills

Sean Dorsey Dance presents a new work, We Choose Each Other, as a response to escalating anti-trans legislation and cultural hostility.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Why are straight white men overrepresented in positions of power? | Steve Phillips

Addressing inequality requires questioning the overrepresentation of straight white American men in power rather than focusing solely on the underrepresentation of marginalized groups.
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fromQueerty
5 days ago

So many funerals, so little help: How our community faced AIDS & refused to disappear - Queerty

The AIDS crisis in America illustrates the impact of youth activism, community, and the ongoing fight for equality and access to care.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Black children in England and Wales almost eight times more likely to be strip-searched than white peers report

Black children in England and Wales are disproportionately strip-searched by police compared to white children, highlighting severe racial disparities.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago

Israeli sexual violence helping push Palestinians from West Bank: Report

The evidence shows how sexualised violence is used to pressure communities, shape decisions about remaining or leaving their homes and land, and alter patterns of daily life.
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fromTruthout
6 days ago

Zionist Doxxing Campaigns Upended Their Lives. Now They're Suing for Damages.

"This case represents addressing a broader harm caused by organized doxxing and harassment campaigns," said Laila Ali, a plaintiff in the lawsuit, emphasizing the need for accountability.
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#antisemitism
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fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

I have seen how afraid Jews in Britain have become. We need our allies now more than ever | David Davidi-Brown

Arson attacks on Jewish communities in the UK have heightened fear and isolation among Jews, reflecting a global rise in antisemitism.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

I have seen how afraid Jews in Britain have become. We need our allies now more than ever | David Davidi-Brown

Arson attacks on Jewish communities in the UK have heightened fear and isolation among Jews, reflecting a global rise in antisemitism.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Division is a threat to resistance. Here's how to build a stronger coalition | David C Turner III and Eric Morrison-Smith

Fascism is present, and unity in resistance is essential to combat oppression and promote love and revolution.
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fromAbove the Law
1 week ago

Law Professors Argue Abandoning The Diversity Rule Will Hurt The ABA's Reputation - Above the Law

The American Bar Association faces pressure to eliminate its diversity accreditation requirement amid ongoing debates about racial equity in legal education.
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fromLGBTQ Nation
1 week ago

A gay bar kicked out a wheelchair user as a "fire risk." Her response forced the bar to make amends. - LGBTQ Nation

Club Tropicana in Manchester apologized to Maddie Haining after discriminating against her as a wheelchair user, violating U.K. disability access laws.
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fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

On California farms, workers say threats to deport them are on the rise

Undocumented dairy workers face threats and unsafe conditions, leading to increased fear and job loss amid heightened immigration enforcement.
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fromThe Nation
1 week ago

How Working People Are the Canaries in the Coal Mine

Politicians are addressing the affordability crisis, but many working individuals feel neglected and question the timing of this attention.
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fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

Clarence Thomas Just Gave a Speech Blaming Progressivism for Hitler. It Was Mostly Just Sad.

Justice Clarence Thomas delivered a speech attacking progressivism, linking it to historical atrocities and expressing grievances about criticism faced by principled individuals.
fromFuncheap
1 week ago

Trump vs. Birthright Citizenship: Free Discussion + Poetry (Berkeley)

On his first day in office, Trump issued an executive order abolishing 'birthright citizenship' for people born in the U.S. whose parents were not 'legal residents' at the time of their birth. This directly violates the 14th Amendment of U.S. Constitution, which guarantees citizenship to all people born in the United States.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Palestinian Prisoner's Day: What happened in Palestine on April 17, 1971?

Nearly 10,000 Palestinians are held in Israeli prisons, with a third without charge or trial, amid new laws targeting them.
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fromFortune
1 week ago

Exclusive: Adam Silver on winning the Edison Achievement Award: 'Sports remind us that some of the most important forms of innovation are human' | Fortune

Adam Silver transformed the NBA into a global powerhouse and received the Edison Achievement Award for his significant contributions to innovation.
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fromBuzzFeed
1 week ago

I Kept My Christian College Ministry Leader's Abuse Secret While Being Their Purity Poster Child

Dolores Huerta's revelation of sexual violence reflects a broader struggle with purity culture and its impact on recognizing and addressing assault.
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fromFast Company
1 week ago

This Lego-like playground kit is designed for children displaced by war

Play is essential for children's development, especially in refugee camps, aiding in healing and normalcy for those affected by trauma.
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fromAdvocate.com
1 week ago

LGBTQ+ youth say prisons and policing fail hate crime victims. Now what?

Communities are urged to adopt non-punitive, community-based solutions to address violence, particularly for marginalized groups like LGBTQ+ individuals.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Majority of carers don't receive dementia training when first looking after elderly

Over half of adult social care staff start without dementia training, raising concerns about care quality for vulnerable adults.
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fromSCSJ
1 week ago

New Report: More than 815,000 Missing Voters in Alabama | SOLVE

Over 815,000 Alabamians are not regularly voting due to systemic barriers, particularly affecting marginalized groups.
#caste-discrimination
fromNEPYORK
1 week ago
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New York Lawmakers and Advocates Rally in Jackson Heights to Advance Landmark Bill to Ban Caste Discrimination - NEPYORK

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fromNEPYORK
1 week ago

New York Lawmakers and Advocates Rally in Jackson Heights to Advance Landmark Bill to Ban Caste Discrimination - NEPYORK

New York lawmakers are advancing a bill to prohibit caste-based discrimination in employment, housing, and public accommodations.
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fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

India: A Dalit officer highlights caste bias in judiciary

Caste influences recruitment, interactions, and career progression in the judiciary, affecting Dalit candidates' opportunities and experiences.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

A single Epstein email shines a light on myths about American justice and art | Alex Duran

Jes Staley's email reflects a racist view on cultural pacification and the role of hip-hop in society.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Legal migrants remain vulnerable to trafficking

Temporary work visa systems can trap migrants in debt, abuse, and fear of deportation, leading to exploitation and human trafficking.
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fromBossip
1 week ago

Lock Them Up: NYPD Cops Brutally Beat Brooklyn Man In Viral Video, Mayor Mamdani Sounds Off

Police violently assaulted an innocent man, highlighting systemic abuse of power against Black and Brown communities.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

El Salvador publishes law allowing life sentences for minors as young as 12

El Salvador allows life imprisonment for minors as young as 12 for severe crimes amid ongoing state of emergency against crime.
fromFast Company
1 week ago

IBM just settled a major anti-DEI case for $17 million

Racial discrimination is illegal, and government contractors cannot evade the law by repackaging it as DEI. The Department launched the Civil Rights Fraud Initiative to root out this misconduct, hold offenders accountable, and end this practice for good.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

MSC's blue tick' scheme creates illusion of ethically sourced fish, study claims

The MSC's sustainability certification is questioned due to reported widespread labor abuses on approved fishing vessels.
#supreme-court
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

One year on: how landmark ruling on single-sex spaces has changed lives

The supreme court ruled that the legal definition of a woman is based on biological sex, impacting access to women-only services.
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fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

The Supreme Court Has a Chance to Revolutionize Its Approach to the Law

Supreme Court rulings on Reconstruction Amendments will significantly impact voting rights and protections for marginalized groups, particularly Black Americans and transgender individuals.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

One year on: how landmark ruling on single-sex spaces has changed lives

The supreme court ruled that the legal definition of a woman is based on biological sex, impacting access to women-only services.
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fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

The Supreme Court Has a Chance to Revolutionize Its Approach to the Law

Supreme Court rulings on Reconstruction Amendments will significantly impact voting rights and protections for marginalized groups, particularly Black Americans and transgender individuals.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Power in the hands of people': union leaders push to revive ailing US labor movement

This is really about trying to put power in the hands of people. There's 70% of workers who want a union, and 10% have them. If it were a company, they would figure out how to get the product into the hands of the 70% who wanted it.
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fromAdvocate.com
1 week ago

Trailblazing trans lawyer fighting Trump named one of the world's most powerful people

Shannon Minter is recognized as a leading figure in the fight for transgender rights amid ongoing legal challenges in the U.S.
#ibm
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fromComputerworld
1 week ago

IBM's government DEI settlement could increase pressure to avoid tech hiring diversity

IBM's settlement with the DOJ dismantles its DEI programs and halts workforce diversification efforts.
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fromTheregister
1 week ago

IBM pays up under Trump administration's diversity blitz

IBM settled with the US government for $17 million over allegations of violating anti-discrimination requirements in its diversity programs.
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fromComputerworld
1 week ago

IBM's government DEI settlement could increase pressure to avoid tech hiring diversity

IBM's settlement with the DOJ dismantles its DEI programs and halts workforce diversification efforts.
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fromTheregister
1 week ago

IBM pays up under Trump administration's diversity blitz

IBM settled with the US government for $17 million over allegations of violating anti-discrimination requirements in its diversity programs.
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

Ben & Jerry's co-founder wants the company to be independent once more

"Magnum prevented Ben & Jerry's from putting out a post supporting Black History Month. (Ben & Jerry's) wanted to come out with a post calling for a ceasefire in Gaza. Magnum prevented that. We wanted to support the student protesters. Magnum wouldn't allow that."
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Justice denied: why families of apartheid victims are still searching for answers

The four men were pulled over by three white security police officers, handcuffed, and driven back towards Gqeberha. Mkonto was shot after a struggle, while the others were attacked from behind.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

We took clothes, a blanket and a dog': the people displaced by a dam 50 years ago, but still fighting for justice

The Itaipu hydroelectric dam construction displaced the Ava-Guarani people, disrupting their territory and culture, with ongoing struggles for justice and recognition.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Blood, Sweat and Sugar

The sugar industry's legacy is built on human suffering, with its history tracing back to slave plantations and modern refineries across the globe.
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fromAdvocate.com
1 week ago

West Hollywood is protecting modern families. The rest of California should be next

California laws need to reflect diverse family structures beyond the traditional nuclear family model.
fromBitcoin Magazine
1 week ago

Relics Of A Revolution, Part III: The Suit, The Songs, The System

Afroman's response to the botched raid was not just a legal victory; it was protest art in the modern age—raw, low-budget, absurdist, and deeply American.
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fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

India celebrates Ambedkar's 135th birth anniversary

India's caste system remains entrenched, with legal reforms stalling and regressive laws reinforcing caste hierarchies.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Ben Roberts-Smith's arrest won't erase the pain for Afghans but it shows Australia is willing to face uncomfortable truths | Shadi Khan Saif

For a long time, these claims of unlawful killings, or war crimes had lived quietly in Afghan villages. They were shared between families, in grief and disbelief, but rarely went beyond that.
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fromwww.berkeleyside.org
1 week ago

Remembering Carl Anthony, architect who brought racial equity analysis to environmental movement

Carl Cokine Anthony, an influential architect and environmental justice leader, passed away at 87, leaving a legacy of racial equity and regionalism.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Killer nicknamed Nasty' jailed for punching deaf woman and leaving her to die

Judge Richard Marks KC handed Owusu a life sentence with a minimum term of 16 years and six months in jail, stating he struck Ms Mukhtar with a forceful blow for which there was absolutely no justification.
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