Campus Police Are Among the Armed Heavies Cracking Down on Students
The widespread criminalization of student dissent has been compared to the Occupy protests of 2011, with both state and university-based police departments engaging in violent behavior. [ more ]
New Caledonia protests: Macron urges calm as 130 arrested amid anger over voting change
Paris adopted constitutional changes in New Caledonia sparking violent protests, leading to over 130 arrests and deployment of heavy security measures. [ more ]
Grim 42 hours in London sees two stabbed and man shot dead
Incidents of violence, including stabbings and shootings, occurred in London over a 42-hour period, leaving two people stabbed and one man shot dead. [ more ]
Deborah Cotton Made Us Face the Truth About America's Past
Hertsgaard is a seasoned author and journalist with impactful collaborations, highlighting a tragic event in New Orleans that sheds light on racism and violence's longstanding impact. [ more ]
Two more attempted murder arrests after teen stabbed and shot in Dagenham 'ambush'
The victim, a 19-year-old, was stabbed and shot in an ambush, with multiple arrests made on suspicion of attempted murder and possession of a firearm. [ more ]
Destroying Property Is Not a Peaceful Protest': Biden Denounces Violence and Intimidation by Campus Protesters
Biden emphasizes the importance of peaceful protest over violence and disruption in response to campus protests over the Israel-Hamas conflict. [ more ]
Pakistan: Judge kidnapped in restive northwest reports DW 04/28/2024
Growing violence in Pakistan's northwest with a surge in attacks by the Pakistani Taliban, evident in recent kidnappings of high-ranking officials. [ more ]
Mexico: Bodies found after 3 foreign surfers go missing DW 05/04/2024
Mexican authorities are investigating three dead bodies found near where two Australian brothers and their American friend went missing during a surfing trip in a region affected by cartel violence. [ more ]
A Chaotic Night at U.C.L.A. Raises Questions About Police Response
University officials at UCLA failed to explain why security officers did not act during the violent attack on a pro-Palestinian encampment, leading to chaos and little assistance from emergency lines. [ more ]
Poem of the week: Rocket in the Room by Oksana Maksymchuk
The poem 'Rocket in the Room' by Oksana Maksymchuk explores the theme of displacement and the intertwining of violent realities with daily life. [ more ]
State of emergency takes effect in New Caledonia after four killed in riots
France declared a state of emergency in New Caledonia due to unrest over changing provincial election rules, leading to violence and fatalities. [ more ]
Why are there riots in New Caledonia against France's voting change, and why does it matter?
Deadly violence erupted in New Caledonia after a constitutional amendment on voting rights raised concerns over Indigenous Kanak representation. [ more ]
German police arrest a Russian man in connection with the fatal stabbings of 2 Ukrainian men
A Ukrainian-Russian conflict resulted in the murder of two Ukrainians in Germany, showcasing the impact of international tensions on immigrant communities. [ more ]
Biden Denounces Violence on Campus, Breaking Silence After Rash of Arrests
President Biden denounced anti-Israel protests on college campuses, defending peaceful dissent but condemning violence and property destruction. [ more ]
Police Arrive at UCLA Amid Clashes Between Pro-Palestinian and Pro-Israeli Protesters
Violent clashes erupted between pro-Palestinian and pro-Israeli protesters at UCLA and Columbia University, leading to arrests and police intervention. [ more ]
Shocking footage captures moment Hainault sword attack suspect is Tasered by police
The suspect in a shocking attack in east London was Tasered by a police officer and remains in hospital without having been interviewed by the police. [ more ]
Iraqi TikTok star shot dead outside her Baghdad home
The killing of Iraqi TikTok celebrity Om Fahad highlights the dangers faced by social media influencers, especially in regions where their work may conflict with societal norms or government regulations. [ more ]
Brooklyn man sentenced to life for murderous Morgan Avenue rampage
Ramel Chapman, 32, received a life sentence without parole for a deadly robbery spree in East Williamsburg that resulted in one fatality and another injury. [ more ]
Far-left extremists conducted violent anti-Israel protests at Columbia University, with some supporters explicitly backing Hamas and calling for attacks on Tel Aviv, illustrating the rise of organized and aggressive demonstrations on college campuses. [ more ]
Netflix Just Quietly Added the Most Underrated Historical Epic of the Past Decade
Black Sails offers a historical epic with violence, intrigue, and dedicated performances, similar to Game of Thrones, now available on Netflix. [ more ]
Deptford man tried to murder friend who was in bed with his ex with meat cleaver
Ka Chun Wong was sentenced to 25 years in jail for attempting to murder his friend Zhi Liang Chen and causing grievous bodily harm to his ex-girlfriend Ji Wu. [ more ]
Black trans man shot dead in Florida in act of 'senseless violence'
Friends mourn Tee Arnold, a Black trans man shot dead in Florida. His death highlights ongoing violence against the transgender community in the US. [ more ]