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Social justice
fromwww.dw.com
17 hours 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.
Psychology
fromwww.theguardian.com
17 hours ago

Criminalisation of climate protesters in UK is counterproductive, research finds

Criminalizing climate protests in the UK increases activist determination and may lead to more disruptive actions.
#protests
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
8 hours ago

Anti-Doug Ford rallies take place across Ontario to protest OSAP, FOI changes | CBC News

Protests against Premier Doug Ford's controversial measures are occurring across Ontario, urging a no-confidence vote for his resignation.
World news
fromwww.bbc.com
12 hours ago

Protest at RAF base being used in Iran conflict

Protests against US military operations in Iran are occurring at RAF Fairford, with calls for the UK government to stop allowing US base usage.
NYC parents
fromTruthout
6 hours ago

Egyptian Family Re-Arrested Following 10 Months in ICE Detention

An Egyptian family detained at a Texas facility faces deportation despite federal judges ordering their release due to poor treatment and medical neglect.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
8 hours ago

Joy and desire for change as Gaza's Deir el-Balah holds elections

I am very happy today, because this is a truly Palestinian democratic celebration. Many generations have been deprived of it for more than 21 years, and today my daughter is voting for the first time.
World news
#activism
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
19 hours ago

Taking back power or taking the mickey? The activists liberating' food from big stores

Police arrested activists for alleged conspiracy to commit theft linked to a campaign against inequality involving mass shoplifting from supermarkets.
Left-wing politics
fromsfist.com
5 days ago

Activists Unfurl Anti-Israel Banner on Twin Peaks

Activists displayed a banner on Twin Peaks demanding an end to US aid to Israel, blaming Israel for escalating conflicts in the Middle East.
US politics
fromTruthout
13 hours ago

As Opposition Grows, Oklahoma Organizers Share How They Halted an ICE Warehouse

Opposition to ICE detention centers is growing, with grassroots mobilizations successfully halting proposals in various locations across the U.S.
SF politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
18 hours ago

West Bank scepticism as Palestinians doubt local elections will change much

Voter apathy in West Bank elections stems from frustration with the Palestinian Authority and ongoing Israeli occupation.
#palestine-action
UK news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Sally Rooney, Greta Thunberg back Palestine Action before court date

Over 130 public figures support Palestine Action ahead of a UK Court of Appeal hearing on the government's ban of the group.
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Scholars, writers and artists defy ban on Palestine Action in letter to judges

Over 130 prominent figures support Palestine Action against a ban deemed unlawful under the Terrorism Act.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

More than 200 arrests at Palestine Action protest

Over 200 arrests occurred during a London protest against the ban on Palestine Action, highlighting ongoing tensions surrounding the group's legal status.
UK news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

UK accused of intimidation tactics' against bailed pro-Palestine activists

Two young pro-Palestinian activists were arrested in the UK, raising concerns about government intimidation tactics against Palestine solidarity movements.
UK news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Sally Rooney, Greta Thunberg back Palestine Action before court date

Over 130 public figures support Palestine Action ahead of a UK Court of Appeal hearing on the government's ban of the group.
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Scholars, writers and artists defy ban on Palestine Action in letter to judges

Over 130 prominent figures support Palestine Action against a ban deemed unlawful under the Terrorism Act.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

More than 200 arrests at Palestine Action protest

Over 200 arrests occurred during a London protest against the ban on Palestine Action, highlighting ongoing tensions surrounding the group's legal status.
UK news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

UK accused of intimidation tactics' against bailed pro-Palestine activists

Two young pro-Palestinian activists were arrested in the UK, raising concerns about government intimidation tactics against Palestine solidarity movements.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

At a veteran-led protest on Capitol Hill, grief and dismay reverberate over Iran war

Kevin Benderman and veterans protest against the war in Iran, expressing concerns for service members' safety and calling for an end to military action.
France news
fromThe Local France
1 day ago

France arrests teen over alleged plot to target Jewish and LGBTQ communities

A 15-year-old boy was arrested in France for planning a violent act against Jewish or LGBTQ communities.
#iran
Left-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Trump Celebrates as Iran Reverses Course on 8 Female Protesters Set to Be Hanged: Respected My Request'

Iran agreed to free eight female protesters from execution after President Trump requested a halt to their planned executions.
Education
fromwww.dw.com
3 days ago

School's out in Iran: No phone, no internet, no classes

Iran has shifted to online classes nationwide due to ongoing tensions and damage from airstrikes, affecting all schools and grades.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
21 hours ago

Hanged under the cover of war: letters and videos tell stories of Iran's death row victims

Babak Alipour, a prisoner, documented the executions of fellow inmates and expressed defiance against the Iranian regime before his own execution.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Iranian authorities remain defiant, urge supporters to stay in streets

The US delegation failed to gain the trust of Iran in negotiations to end the war, according to Iranian officials.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Trump Celebrates as Iran Reverses Course on 8 Female Protesters Set to Be Hanged: Respected My Request'

Iran agreed to free eight female protesters from execution after President Trump requested a halt to their planned executions.
Education
fromwww.dw.com
3 days ago

School's out in Iran: No phone, no internet, no classes

Iran has shifted to online classes nationwide due to ongoing tensions and damage from airstrikes, affecting all schools and grades.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
21 hours ago

Hanged under the cover of war: letters and videos tell stories of Iran's death row victims

Babak Alipour, a prisoner, documented the executions of fellow inmates and expressed defiance against the Iranian regime before his own execution.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Iranian authorities remain defiant, urge supporters to stay in streets

The US delegation failed to gain the trust of Iran in negotiations to end the war, according to Iranian officials.
#protest
Brooklyn
fromTruthout
2 days ago

Protest Targets Capital One to Demand Bank Ends Loans to Israeli Weapons Company

Protesters demonstrated against Capital One's loan to Elbit Systems, demanding the bank cease funding Israel's largest weapons manufacturer.
Boston
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

Protesters in downtown Boston demand 'complete end' to 'illegal wars' with Iran, Lebanon

Demonstrators in Boston protested against U.S. military actions in Iran and Lebanon, calling them illegal and unjustifiable.
Brooklyn
fromTruthout
2 days ago

Protest Targets Capital One to Demand Bank Ends Loans to Israeli Weapons Company

Protesters demonstrated against Capital One's loan to Elbit Systems, demanding the bank cease funding Israel's largest weapons manufacturer.
Boston
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

Protesters in downtown Boston demand 'complete end' to 'illegal wars' with Iran, Lebanon

Demonstrators in Boston protested against U.S. military actions in Iran and Lebanon, calling them illegal and unjustifiable.
fromwww.dw.com
2 days ago

Reza Pahlavi calls for regime change in Iran on Berlin visit

If you think you can make peace with this regime, you are sorely mistaken. There will never be stability, even if a watered-down version of this system survives.
Germany news
Portland
fromPortland Mercury
2 days ago

Good Morning, News: Senate Republicans Push ICE Funding, City Councilors Protest NDA Pressure, and More 'Will They Won't They' Ceasefire - Portland Mercury

Portland Public Schools faces a $50 million budget deficit, considering school closures and has received no emergency funding from state legislators.
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

The international right has CPAC. Has the left finally found its answer? | Owen Jones

Progressives gathered in Barcelona to address rising authoritarianism, highlighting the absence of European leaders and the need for a return to social democratic values.
Mental health
fromFortune
2 days ago

Climate activists realize that it's a bad look to be an 'eco-pooper,' embrace joy for a change | Fortune

Activists are using joy and community to combat climate change instead of focusing on sacrifice and doom.
#cuba
NYC music
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 days ago

Maykel Osorbo and Luis Manuel Otero, the Cuban political prisoners with the most influence in Havana-Washington talks

Maykel Castillo, known as Osorbo, remains hopeful yet resigned about his potential release from prison amid ongoing U.S.-Cuba negotiations.
World news
fromThe Atlantic
2 days ago

Cubans' Despair

Cubans express frustration towards foreign interventions and sanctions, emphasizing a desire for genuine support rather than ideological tourism.
World news
fromenglish.elpais.com
5 days ago

US gives Cuba two-week ultimatum to release high-profile political prisoners

The U.S. demands Cuba release political prisoners Luis Manuel Otero and Maykel Osorbo within two weeks as part of negotiations.
NYC music
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 days ago

Maykel Osorbo and Luis Manuel Otero, the Cuban political prisoners with the most influence in Havana-Washington talks

Maykel Castillo, known as Osorbo, remains hopeful yet resigned about his potential release from prison amid ongoing U.S.-Cuba negotiations.
World news
fromThe Atlantic
2 days ago

Cubans' Despair

Cubans express frustration towards foreign interventions and sanctions, emphasizing a desire for genuine support rather than ideological tourism.
World news
fromenglish.elpais.com
5 days ago

US gives Cuba two-week ultimatum to release high-profile political prisoners

The U.S. demands Cuba release political prisoners Luis Manuel Otero and Maykel Osorbo within two weeks as part of negotiations.
fromTruthout
4 days ago

Locked Up by Israel at 15, Palestine Activist Is Now Jailed by ICE

Salah Sarsour, a husband, father, and grandfather, is described as a pillar of his community and a 'loving bear' who is 'always smiling.'
Right-wing politics
Non-profit organizations
fromTruthout
3 days ago

Indigenous Activists Decry "Data Colonialism" of AI Boom in Their Communities

The AI industry's data center expansion poses significant threats to Indigenous communities and the environment, according to activist Krystal Two Bulls.
UK politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

Did UK universities pay to spy' on proPalestine students?

Twelve UK universities allegedly hired a security firm with military ties to monitor pro-Palestine student protests through social media surveillance.
Environment
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

On Earth Day, remember the people defending the planet

Grassroots activists play a crucial role in environmental victories, often unrecognized, yet their efforts lead to significant change and protection of ecosystems.
fromIrish Independent
3 days ago

Kneecap, Paloma Faith and Macklemore among 1,100 artists and workers urging Eurovision boycott over inclusion of Israel

The letter accuses Israel of genocide in Gaza and said Eurovision should not 'whitewash and normalise' the actions of the country. The letter called the EBU 'hypocritical' for banning Russia from Eurovision but not Israel, and said that those who had signed the letter 'refuse to be silent'.
Europe politics
fromTruthout
5 days ago

As Fuel Protests Sweep Ireland, the Left Points to Imperialism as the Culprit

As of April 16, the International Energy Agency reported that Europe has around six weeks left of jet fuel amid the ongoing war on Iran. This comes on the heels of a seven-day long blockade of major roadways by a decentralized coalition of farmers, truckers, agricultural contractors, and others in protest of skyrocketing fuel prices in Ireland.
Europe news
Privacy professionals
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago

British universities paid security firm to spy' on pro-Palestine students

Twelve British universities paid a firm led by ex-military officials to monitor student protests and academics, particularly those supporting Palestine.
Social justice
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day 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.
US politics
fromAxios
1 day ago

ICE detention center expansion sparks national protest

Demonstrators oppose immigration enforcement and demand transparency and community consent for detention plans amid ICE's expansion efforts.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

UK to end project tracking potential Israeli violations: Report

The closure of the international humanitarian law cell means that funding for the Conflict and Security Monitoring Project, run by the Centre for Information Resilience, will also end. This project has been crucial in documenting incidents in Gaza since the war began in October 2023.
UK news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

Israeli forces kill Palestinian teenager in occupied West Bank raid

A 15-year-old Palestinian has died from his wounds after he was shot by Israeli forces during a raid in the occupied West Bank city of Nablus. The teenager suffered critical injuries after being struck by live ammunition in the shoulder and was transferred to a nearby hospital, where he died, the official Palestinian news agency Wafa reported on Thursday, citing medical sources.
NYC parents
Left-wing politics
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

16 climate activists arrested outside of Trump Tower during protest over Trump admin's domestic terror probe against them | amNewYork

Sixteen climate activists were arrested outside Trump Tower for protesting against a DOJ investigation they deemed unjust.
#gaza
World politics
fromTruthout
3 days ago

New Flotilla Shows Palestinians in Gaza That the World Has Not Abandoned Us

A humanitarian maritime flotilla aims to deliver aid to Gaza amidst ongoing conflict and blockades.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

Solutions, not slogans': Gaza holds first election in 21 years

Residents of Gaza seek practical solutions in upcoming municipal elections after years of political stagnation and war devastation.
World politics
fromTruthout
3 days ago

New Flotilla Shows Palestinians in Gaza That the World Has Not Abandoned Us

A humanitarian maritime flotilla aims to deliver aid to Gaza amidst ongoing conflict and blockades.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

Solutions, not slogans': Gaza holds first election in 21 years

Residents of Gaza seek practical solutions in upcoming municipal elections after years of political stagnation and war devastation.
NYC politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Anti-war protesters arrested in New York urging end to Israel weapon sales

Around 100 anti-war protesters were arrested in New York demanding an end to US weapons sales to Israel.
Online Community Development
fromTruthout
1 week ago

What Do Authoritarians Fear Most? People Who Stick Up for Each Other.

Solidarity among communities is essential for resilience against economic and social pressures exacerbated by conflict and local challenges.
Europe politics
fromIrish Independent
4 days ago

'Europe's crediblity is at stake' - EU divided on suspension of Israel pact despite Irish and Spanish push for action

Spain and Ireland advocate for suspending the EU-Israel agreement due to concerns over settlements and humanitarian issues.
US politics
fromTruthout
2 days ago

Arizona GOP Bill Permits Prison Sentences for Protesters Who Damage Property

Arizona lawmakers propose stricter riot laws, allowing harsher penalties for protesters damaging property.
#human-rights
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago
World news

ACLU, Amnesty lead 120 rights groups issuing US World Cup travel advisory'

Travel advisory issued for 2026 FIFA World Cup due to deteriorating human rights in the US.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago
World politics

Predators': Amnesty slams Netanyahu, Putin, Trump as human rights decline

Israel, Russia, and the United States are undermining global human rights, inspiring other nations to commit abuses.
World politics
fromwww.dw.com
5 days ago

Amnesty International paints a grim picture for human rights

Human rights violations are increasing globally, with perpetrators often unpunished, according to Amnesty International's report for 2025.
World politics
fromwww.dw.com
5 days ago

Amnesty International paints a grim picture

Human rights violations are increasing globally, with perpetrators often unpunished, according to Amnesty International's report for 2025.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

ACLU, Amnesty lead 120 rights groups issuing US World Cup travel advisory'

Travel advisory issued for 2026 FIFA World Cup due to deteriorating human rights in the US.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago

Predators': Amnesty slams Netanyahu, Putin, Trump as human rights decline

Israel, Russia, and the United States are undermining global human rights, inspiring other nations to commit abuses.
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.
Social justice
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Syria arrests suspected leader of Tadamon massacre

Amjad Youssef, a key suspect in the Tadamon massacre, has been arrested by Syrian security forces after being a fugitive since Assad's fall.
Social justice
fromThe Nation
2 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.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Over 200 people arrested at Palestine Action demonstration

The Independent provides critical coverage of key issues like reproductive rights and climate change, emphasizing the importance of accessible journalism.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

Beyond the desecrated statue: What truly demands our outrage

The destruction of a Jesus statue by an Israeli soldier highlights a troubling culture of enmity and radicalization within Israeli society.
Social justice
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.
US Elections
fromThe Nation
4 weeks ago

No Kings! No Wars!

The No Kings movement protests against Trump's authoritarianism and military actions, drawing parallels to the abuses of King George III.
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 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.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Prominent UK pro-Palestine activists guilty of breaching protest conditions

Two leaders in the Palestine solidarity movement were found guilty of breaching protest conditions during a demonstration in January 2025.
World news
fromTruthout
2 days ago

Israel Kills Journalist in Lebanon After "Hunting" Down Her and a Colleague

Israeli airstrikes killed journalist Amal Khalil and wounded her colleague Zeinab Faraj while they reported near the Israel-Lebanon border.
#iran-protests
London music
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

Police brace as thousands set to march through central London for Iran war protests

Thousands will protest in London against the Iranian government this weekend, with multiple events planned and strict conditions imposed for safety and noise control.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

You are all worse than each other': anti-regime Iranians turn on Trump

Iranian anti-regime protesters who initially welcomed US-Israeli military intervention now feel betrayed as civilian casualties and environmental damage mount, shifting their perception of foreign powers as equally destructive as their own government.
London music
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

Police brace as thousands set to march through central London for Iran war protests

Thousands will protest in London against the Iranian government this weekend, with multiple events planned and strict conditions imposed for safety and noise control.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

You are all worse than each other': anti-regime Iranians turn on Trump

Iranian anti-regime protesters who initially welcomed US-Israeli military intervention now feel betrayed as civilian casualties and environmental damage mount, shifting their perception of foreign powers as equally destructive as their own government.
London politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

The attack on the right to protest in the UK is not just about Palestine

Recent trials of pro-Palestinian activists reveal politicised policing and legislation threatening free assembly in Britain.
World news
fromwww.dw.com
2 days ago

Iran: Daily life shadowed by war, scarcity and fear

The US Navy is blocking Iranian ports to restrict oil exports and pressure Tehran amid ongoing conflict.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

Is Bangladesh killing reforms introduced after student-led protests?

Bangladesh's parliament has rolled back key reforms aimed at increasing government accountability, raising concerns about democratic backsliding.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

UK pro-Palestine activist arrested weeks after being released on bail

Campaigners believe Qesser Zuhrah was arrested due to an Instagram story that allegedly encouraged people to take direct action, highlighting concerns over freedom of expression.
UK news
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Arrests fuel fears among Madagascar's gen Z protesters that new regime no better than one they overthrew

The arrest of Gen Z activists in Madagascar raises concerns about the military regime's respect for fundamental freedoms and its connection to the previous government.
Left-wing politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

Trump Is Betraying Iran's Pro-Democracy Protesters

Trump promised support to Iranian pro-democracy protesters but abandoned them when their quick victory became unlikely, treating them as disposable allies while considering deals with the existing regime.
fromYahoo News
1 month ago

Protest planned in NYC after US, Israel attack Iran

The U.S. and Israel are carrying out an unprovoked, illegal bombing campaign on Iran. This war serves no one but a tiny elite and oil executives.
NYC politics
Social justice
fromTruthout
2 months ago

Living Under a Concentration Camp Regime - and Fighting Back

Mass detention systems expand through legal 'end runs' and normalization; rapid U.S. detention infrastructure growth signals a dangerous escalation requiring organized resistance.
Social justice
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

How nonviolent protest can break autocratic rule

Nonviolent, creative community tactics, including singing, noise, patrols and boycotts, are being used in Minneapolis and globally to resist ICE actions and drive political change.
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

Can Iranians Rise Up? He Already Tried

As recent demonstrations showed, a sizable segment of the Iranian people already opposes the regime. But when President Trump told them to 'take over your government,' it seems unlikely he considered how the regime responded to those protests, or other movements for a more open Iranian society.
World news
World news
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

How an Assad-era law is threatening Syrian civil society

Law No. 93 of 1958 remains in force in Syria, allowing the state to control, restrict and dissolve civil society organizations without judicial oversight.
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