From LA to NY, student protests in support of Palestine grow strong in US
University students across the US are protesting against Israel's war on Gaza, demanding divestment and financial tie cuts, facing arrests and faculty votes of no confidence. [ more ]
Emory in Atlanta Is Latest University to Crack Down on Protests
Pro-Palestinian protests on American campuses have led to clashes with police and numerous arrests, sparking debates on free speech and safety. [ more ]
Russia: Navalny-linked journalists arrested over 'extremism' DW 04/28/2024
Russian journalists Konstantin Gabov and Sergey Karelin, who previously worked for DW and other international media, have been arrested on extremism accusations related to Navalny's YouTube channel. [ more ]
Three stabbed in another awful 42 hours across London
Three stabbing incidents in London between April 23-25 - Kilburn and Bermondsey affected. Arrest made in Kilburn, suspect escaped on motorbike in Bermondsey. [ more ]
Serial robbery crew arrested, accused of stealing California Lottery Scratchers worth $250,000
A crew was arrested for robbing 45 convenience stores of California Lottery Scratchers worth over $250,000, using threats of force in multiple heists. [ more ]
Fox journalist among dozens arrested at Texas university as protests swell
Police clash with protesters at University of Texas at Austin resulting in arrests, including a photojournalist, amid demands for divestment from companies linked to Israel's war efforts. [ more ]
Historic Gaza Protests Spread to Campuses Across the Country
Columbia University canceled in-person classes due to protests over the war in Gaza, following arrests and a heavy-handed response by the administration. [ more ]
Police move in to clear NYU encampment, US campus arrests grow to 2,200 in pro-Palestinian protests
Pro-Palestinian protests lead to arrests at college campuses across the U.S., with police using riot gear and tactics to disperse encampments. [ more ]
Students at University of Florida Continue Encampment Despite Arrests. University Says It Is Not a Daycare'
The University of Florida stressed it is not a daycare and responded to anti-genocide protests on campus with multiple arrests and enforcement of campus regulations. [ more ]
Police Begin Clearing Pro-Palestinian Tent Encampment at George Washington University, Dozens Arrested
Pro-Palestinian tent encampments at George Washington and University of Chicago were cleared due to safety concerns and possible violations of university policies. [ more ]
Hundreds of protesters arrested at Columbia as anti-Israel group calls for 'support'
Hundreds of anti-Israel protesters were arrested at Columbia University, with 230 arrests at the campus and a total of about 300 arrests between Columbia and CUNY's campuses.
Protesters were called to rally outside 1 Police Plaza in support of those who were allegedly still in jail following the arrests. [ more ]
Report: NYPD officer fired gun while clearing Columbia building
Police officer involved in clearing protesters fired gun inside Columbia University building, no injuries reported. More than 2,000 arrested in recent pro-Palestinian protests at college campuses. [ more ]
U.C.L.A. Tries to Reconcile a Week of Turbulent Events
Protesters left behind belongings after police raided a pro-Palestinian encampment at UCLA, leading to arrests, reflecting a campus divided in aftermath. [ more ]
In photos: Violence erupts at campuses as activists and counterprotesters clash
Authorities arrested protesters at Columbia and City College of New York campuses, and police intervened in clashes at UCLA between pro-Palestinian and counterprotesters. [ more ]
Trio of suspects burglarized 131 businesses, many of them small restaurants, police say
The 'Punch Crew' targeted 131 businesses, predominantly small family-owned restaurants, with a consistent pattern of burglary, resulting in significant financial losses. [ more ]
Large numbers of NYPD begin entering Columbia University campus
Pro-Palestinian protesters occupy Columbia University campus, sparking arrests and clashes. Nationwide protests against Israeli military actions put pressure on schools to address divestment demands. [ more ]
Gaza protesters occupying California university building arrested in police crackdown
Police crackdown on pro-Palestine demonstration at Cal Poly Humboldt, arrest dozens including journalist, causing clashes between law enforcement and students. [ more ]
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Princeton Students Join the Gaza Solidarity Movement
Princeton University students express solidarity with Palestinians, demand ceasefire and divestment from Israeli institutions, facing arrests and administrative crackdown. [ more ]
NYU faculty members arrested in pro-Palestinian protest
NYU faculty members and students arrested during a pro-Palestinian protest in lower Manhattan, with differing accounts on the exact number and charges. [ more ]
Gaza protests roil universities from California to New York; Humboldt campus closed over student barricades
Pro-Palestinian protesters occupied an administrative building at Cal Poly Humboldt, leading to campus shutdown amidst nationwide Gaza-related demonstrations. [ more ]
Students at MIT, Emerson, Tufts set up pro-Palestine encampments after Columbia arrests
College students at various Boston-area schools protested in tents demanding ties cut with Israeli entities and a ceasefire in Israel-Hamas war. [ more ]
Israel, Gaza and divestment: what we know about the Columbia student protests
Over 100 students at Columbia were arrested during a pro-Palestine protest encampment, leading to a virtual class announcement to reset the campus situation. [ more ]
Columbia University anti-Israel protests: 5 dramatic moments from a week of chaos
Chaos erupted at Columbia University due to protests against Israel, resulting in over 100 arrests and a shift to virtual learning amid safety concerns. [ more ]
Police Arrest More Than 100 Pro-Palestinian Protesters at Columbia University
New York police removed a pro-Palestinian protest encampment at Columbia University, arresting over 100 demonstrators, including Rep. Ilhan Omar's daughter. [ more ]