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Social justice
fromwww.aljazeera.com
7 hours 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.
#human-rights
US politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

'Global human rights system is in peril,' says HRW

Trump's reelection has emboldened autocratic regimes, severely eroding democratic institutions and causing widespread human rights abuses that disproportionately harm vulnerable groups and minorities.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Human rights outmuscled by rule of force' globally, UN chief warns

Human rights and international law are being undermined globally as powerful actors normalize the use of force, causing mass suffering and eroding prospects for peace.
World politics
fromwww.dw.com
3 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 politics
fromwww.dw.com
3 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.aljazeera.com
3 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.
US politics
fromAxios
5 hours 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
38 minutes 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
California
fromKqed
1 hour ago

Lawmakers introduce bills to stop ICE courthouse raids | KQED

California's preschool programs are growing but lack quality measures compared to other states.
SF parents
fromPadailypost
14 hours ago

DA ordered to release fundraising records related to Stanford protesters

A judge ordered the release of fundraising records related to DA Jeff Rosen's prosecution of pro-Palestinian protesters at Stanford.
Mental health
fromFortune
21 hours 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.
#iran
Left-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day 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.
World news
fromnews.bitcoin.com
5 days ago

Iran's Digital Blockade Continues: Citizens Endure 50 Days Without Internet Connectivity

Iran's 50-day digital blockade has reduced internet connectivity to 2%, causing $1.8 billion in economic losses.
World news
fromRadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty
1 week ago

Iran Sentences Four More To Death Over Mass Protests, Rights Groups Say

Iran has sentenced four protesters to death amid ongoing government crackdowns on anti-government demonstrations, with seven executions reported so far.
World news
fromThe New Yorker
3 weeks ago

Searching for Iran's Disappeared Prisoners

Families are conducting forensics to locate detained loved ones at risk of abuse or execution amid ongoing conflict in Iran.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day 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.
World news
fromnews.bitcoin.com
5 days ago

Iran's Digital Blockade Continues: Citizens Endure 50 Days Without Internet Connectivity

Iran's 50-day digital blockade has reduced internet connectivity to 2%, causing $1.8 billion in economic losses.
World news
fromRadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty
1 week ago

Iran Sentences Four More To Death Over Mass Protests, Rights Groups Say

Iran has sentenced four protesters to death amid ongoing government crackdowns on anti-government demonstrations, with seven executions reported so far.
World news
fromThe New Yorker
3 weeks ago

Searching for Iran's Disappeared Prisoners

Families are conducting forensics to locate detained loved ones at risk of abuse or execution amid ongoing conflict in Iran.
#protest
Brooklyn
fromTruthout
21 hours 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.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago

15 arrested in anti-ICE Passover protest takeover of Palantir's Manhattan lobby | amNewYork

Fifteen protesters were arrested after occupying Palantir's lobby during a Passover seder to condemn ICE operations.
London politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Police begin arrests at UK protest against Palestine Action ban

Hundreds protested in Trafalgar Square against the ban on Palestine Action, leading to arrests and calls for free speech and government accountability.
Portland
fromPortland Mercury
23 hours 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.
Women in technology
fromAdvocate.com
1 day ago

The global assault on women is an assault on all of us

Solidarity against global patriarchy is essential to combat the normalization of sexual violence and protect women's autonomy.
fromTruthout
2 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
UK politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day 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
2 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.
Non-profit organizations
fromTruthout
1 day 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.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Sexual violence in the West Bank emerges as tool to intimidate Palestinians

Qusay told Al Jazeera that the settlers divided themselves into groups to attack the Palestinian tents. Five of the settlers attacked his tent where he had been asleep and began beating him severely with their hands and sticks.
Women
Science
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

Earth Day Came Early This Year

The Overview Effect transforms humanity's perspective on Earth, fostering unity and inspiring environmental action through space exploration.
Media industry
fromIntelligencer
2 days ago

Amy Goodman's Journalism Is More Urgent Now Than Ever

Amy Goodman celebrates 30 years of Democracy Now!, a program airing on 1,500 stations, recognized for impactful journalism and activism.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

UK could face hacktivist attacks at scale', says head of security agency

Richard Horne stated that the UK could face hacktivist attacks at scale if it becomes embroiled in a conflict, with impacts similar to recent ransomware incidents.
Information security
fromwww.npr.org
3 days ago

She raised concerns about her company's contracts with ICE. Then she lost her job

Instead of addressing our concerns, our legitimate concerns instead, they turn toward investigating me. And I was instrumental in leading the group. So I think that clearly they were trying to chill [the] activity of workers and that should scare every worker across the country.
US news
Pets
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

Why People Risk Their Lives for Animals in War

Civilians in Ukraine face life-threatening decisions, often prioritizing their pets over personal safety due to emotional responses under extreme stress.
Europe politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 days ago

The EU must not wait till Israel starts executing Palestinians

The EU must cancel the EU-Israel Association Agreement due to Israeli human rights violations, including the implementation of a new death penalty law.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Stabbings, kidnap threats and arson attacks: how the Iranian regime targets UK journalists

Iranian journalists in London face threats and violence from the Tehran regime, leading to a climate of fear and normalization of danger.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 days ago

As barbed wire blocks kids from class, Palestinians stage Freedom School'

I am Masa, she pleaded. Please open the road for us. We want to go to school. We are not doing anything wrong. We just have our books. We love our school.
Education
Arts
fromTruthout
5 days ago

Visuals Help Expose the Realities of Mass Incarceration to a Wider Audience

The Warehouse exhibition transforms understanding of mass incarceration through visual storytelling, making complex issues accessible to a wider audience.
#palestine-action
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week 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.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week 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.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 hours 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.
US politics
fromTruthout
18 hours 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.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.amny.com
1 day 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.
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.
SF parents
fromTruthout
3 days ago

Judge Orders Release of Mother and 5 Children Held in ICE Jail for Nearly a Year

A federal court ruled that ICE's prolonged detention of the El Gamal family violates the Constitution, yet they remain detained without release.
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Israeli soldiers using sexual assault to force Palestinians out of West Bank, report says

Israeli soldiers and settlers are using sexual violence to displace Palestinians from their homes in the occupied West Bank.
Women in technology
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Will they kill us too?' Murder of leading feminist has chilling effect on Iraq's activists

Yanar Mohammed, a prominent women's rights activist in Iraq, was murdered, highlighting the dangers faced by female advocates in the country.
Privacy professionals
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 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.
#activism
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Eight activists charged after Crown Jewels and The Ritz targeted

Eight activists face charges for criminal damage related to protests at The Ritz and the Crown Jewels in London.
Left-wing politics
fromsfist.com
3 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.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Eight activists charged after Crown Jewels and The Ritz targeted

Eight activists face charges for criminal damage related to protests at The Ritz and the Crown Jewels in London.
Left-wing politics
fromsfist.com
3 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.
fromThe Washington Post
6 days ago

Inside a growing movement warning AI could turn on humanity

"That requires a bunch of people to go take things that folks here are figuring out and [explain them] to the rest of the world," said Jeffrey Ladish, emphasizing the need for effective communication about AI risks.
US news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
16 hours 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.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

What we know about Israel killing Lebanese journalist Amal Khalil

Israeli air strikes killed journalist Amal Khalil and injured her colleague Zeinab Faraj in southern Lebanon, prompting accusations of crimes against humanity.
US politics
fromTruthout
2 days ago

Deaths in ICE Custody Surge in 2026, Averaging 1 Every Week

The death toll of immigrants in ICE custody has reached a record high, with at least 17 deaths reported since January.
fromTruthout
21 hours 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.
Social justice
#gaza
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day 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
1 day 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
1 day 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
1 day 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.
Women in technology
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Online abuse is silencing women on a staggering scale it's a democratic crisis | Sharon Kechula

Susan Kihika faced severe online abuse after maternity leave, highlighting gender-based violence and double standards in political scrutiny against women.
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Russia labels human rights group Memorial 'extremist'

The Supreme Court's ruling stated that Memorial and its supporters are 'clearly anti-Russian in nature and are aimed at destroying the basic foundations of Russian statehood, violating its territorial integrity, and eroding historical, cultural, spiritual, and moral values.'
Russo-Ukrainian War
Social justice
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day 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.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 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.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week 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 news
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 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.
fromElectronic Frontier Foundation
1 week ago

Digital Hopes, Real Power: The Rise of Network Shutdowns

In 2024 alone, authorities imposed 304 internet shutdowns across 54 countries - the highest number ever recorded. This reflects a growing trend of governments treating connectivity as a weapon.
World politics
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
fromThe Nation
1 day 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.
World news
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 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.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 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.
Social justice
fromTruthout
5 days ago

Palestinians Battle the Algorithms of Israeli Censorship and Surveillance

The Palestinian internet digitally encapsulates the contradictions of anti-colonial resistance in the neoliberal era, serving as both an instrument for collective interconnection and a site of suppression.
World news
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

They can reach me wherever': China using financial tactics to coerce people who flee, says report

Transnational repression tactics by Hong Kong authorities target dissidents abroad, using financial means to intimidate and control them.
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
fromFlowingData
1 week ago

Crackdown on democracy in Hong Kong

Protests in Hong Kong led to a national security law, resulting in hundreds of arrests and significant personal consequences for those involved.
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
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.
fromianVisits
1 month ago

Official announcement: It's time to end the tyranny of officially

Once upon a time, adding official to an announcement served a purpose. It distinguished fact from rumour, press release from pub chat. Sensible. Helpful. Civilised. But in recent years, the word has gone rogue. Nothing can simply happen anymore. It must be officially announced.
Media industry
Philosophy
fromApaonline
2 months ago

What Accountability-Seeking Protest Can Tell Us About Democracy

Different kinds of political protest pursue distinct aims; accountability-seeking protest aims to hold actors responsible and can reinforce democratic community bonds.
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Leqaa Kordia, a pro-Palestinian activist, released after a year in ICE custody

A Palestinian woman arrested at a pro-Palestine protest was detained for over a year before being released on $100,000 bond after a judge ruled she posed no threat.
Privacy technologies
fromWIRED
2 months ago

How to Organize Safely in the Age of Surveillance

Grassroots organizing requires careful tradeoffs between openness and security to protect participants from extensive government surveillance and corporate data cooperation.
US politics
fromThe Nation
2 months ago

Freedoms Under Threat

Independent, progressive journalism holds the powerful accountable, centers marginalized communities, exposes distortions, and relies on reader support to sustain urgent coverage.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Twelve Palestine Action activists granted bail

Twelve activists linked to the Palestine Action group who were charged with breaking into the British site of an Israel-linked defence firm have been released on bail. There were tears of joy at London's Central Criminal Court, better known as the Old Bailey, as the 12 prisoners, including hunger strikers Teuta Hoxha, Kamran Ahmed, Qesser Zuhrah and Heba Muraisi, were released on Friday.
UK news
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.
World news
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 months ago

Iranians after the crackdown on protests: Nobody cares about us'

Iranians feel fear and profound abandonment after brutal suppression of mass protests, leading many to flee to Turkey amid internet blackouts and fears of reprisal.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

After dozens died in Israeli jails, death penalty law rattles Palestinians

Dozens of Palestinian prisoners have died in Israeli prisons over the past two and a half years, some during torture while others as a result of medical neglect by prison authorities, rights groups say. Now, Israel is making plans for the execution of possibly hundreds of Palestinian prisoners held on charges of fatal attacks against Israelis, according to an Israeli media report, under what legal experts have called racist legislation that has rattled the families of thousands of Palestinians in Israeli jails.
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