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fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

200 arrested in France as protesters clash with police, as Macron installs new PM

Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
US politics
fromRadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty
1 day ago

Georgians Keep Up Protest Despite Attacks Against Rally Day Before

Protesters gathered on September 9 in the Georgian capital a day after supporters of the ruling Georgian Dream party attacked protesters participating in ongoing demonstrations over a government decision to halt European Union membership talks. Georgian Dream supporters pelted the demonstrators with bottles and rocks on September 8 in front of the campaign headquarters of Mayor Kakha Kaladze, who is running for reelection in local elections on October 4.
Miscellaneous
fromIrish Independent
3 days ago

Four killed in Jerusalem shooting, Israeli ambulance service says

Four people were killed in a shooting incident in the outskirts of Jerusalem, Israel's ambulance service said, while the police said the perpetrators had been killed. It was not immediately clear who carried out the shooting or what was the motive. Israeli police described the shooters as "terrorists" without saying how many had been involved in the incident. The ambulance service said earlier that 15 people were wounded and at least five were in serious condition with gunshot wounds.
World news
fromIrish Independent
4 days ago

Total of 890 arrests made at central London Palestine Action protest

The violence we encountered during the operation was co-ordinated and carried out by a group of people, many wearing masks to conceal their identity, intent on creating as much disorder as possible. Many of those individuals have now been arrested and we have begun securing charges. The contrast between this demonstration and the other protests we policed yesterday, including the Palestine Coalition march attended by around 20,000 people, was stark.
UK politics
fromSFGATE
4 days ago

Stabbing between Bay Area tech workers leads to fatal shooting by officer

The Santa Clara Police Department received a 911 call reporting a "disturbance between two roommates" out of four people living at the 1800 block of Eisenhower Drive just after 6 a.m. on Wednesday, Santa Clara Police Chief Cory Morgan said in a press conference Friday. On the way to the address, officers were told that the situation had become a stabbing. Officer Robert Allsup arrived and identified himself, then kicked down the door after hearing "a loud commotion inside," according to Morgan.
California
#protests
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago

Serbian police fire tear gas at protesters demanding end to Vucic rule

After 10 months of dissent, protests show no signs of dying down as fury at alleged government corruption grows. Serbia's police have fired tear gas and stun grenades at antigovernment protesters in the city of Novi Sad who are demanding snap elections and an end to President Aleksandar Vucic's 12-year government. Thousands gathered on Friday at the city's state university campus for yet another demonstration after 10 months of persistent dissent prompted by the fatal collapse of the Novi Sad train station roof last November,
Miscellaneous
fromBoston.com
6 days ago

Mass. schools placed in lockdown due to hunter with unloaded gun, police say

The person, who was wearing camouflage clothing and carrying a "long gun," was walking on Pleasant Street in the direction of Nipmuc High School and Blackstone Valley Technical High School around 9:17 a.m., the Uptown Police Department said . The two schools were placed on lockdown as a precautionary measure while officers investigated, police said. An initial search concluded without any findings, and the schools were released from lockdown, according to police.
US news
London
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Moment police swoop on teen with imitation gun

A 16-year-old in tactical clothing carrying an imitation handgun was tackled by unarmed officers near Stamford Bridge and referred to the Youth Offending Team.
Toronto
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago

Toronto police warn of 'alarming' surge in distraction thefts this year | CBC News

Distraction thefts in Toronto have surged to 374 incidents this year, with seniors targeted and organized crime suspected; police are increasing patrols and public warnings.
Chicago
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Eight killed and 50 wounded in dozens of Chicago shootings over Labor Day weekend

Dozens of shootings in Chicago over Labor Day weekend left eight dead and 50 wounded, with 58 people shot in 37 separate incidents.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Clashes in Australia's Melbourne as thousands rally against immigration

Thousands rallied across Australian cities demanding an end to mass immigration; Melbourne clashes led police to use pepper spray, baton rounds, and make arrests.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Porepunkah police shooting live updates: Victoria police throwing everything' at manhunt for suspect as search enters day three latest news

Specialist police are conducting a large-scale search for armed and dangerous Desmond (Dezi) Freeman while residents are urged to stay indoors and call 000.
#school-shooting
#bronx
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago
New York City

Bronx shooting rampage leaves man dead, two others wounded and suspect in custody | amNewYork

A 44-year-old person of interest is being questioned after a shooting inside a Claremont apartment building left one man dead and two others wounded.
fromwww.amny.com
4 months ago
NYC parents

BREAKING: Teenage girl shot dead outside Bronx high school, suspect at large | amNewYork

A 16-year-old girl was shot dead outside a Bronx school, raising concerns about youth violence.
NYC parents
fromwww.amny.com
4 months ago

BREAKING: Teenage girl shot dead outside Bronx high school, suspect at large | amNewYork

A 16-year-old girl was shot dead outside a Bronx school, raising concerns about youth violence.
US news
fromAxios
2 weeks ago

What we know about the shooting at Annunciation Catholic School

A horrific act of violence occurred at a Minneapolis pre-K–8 school housed in a church at 509 W. 54th St.; the number of victims is unknown.
#shooting
fromBoston.com
1 month ago
US news

Multiple people hurt in Kentucky church shooting after trooper shot; suspect killed, police say

fromBoston.com
1 month ago
US news

Multiple people hurt in Kentucky church shooting after trooper shot; suspect killed, police say

Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
4 months ago

Police search for suspected shooter at Spartan College in Inglewood; at least 1 injured

One person was wounded in a shooting at Spartan College, with police searching for a suspect and possibly more victims.
#dog-attack
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Anti-migrant protesters hurl abuse as rival groups clash over Horley asylum hotel

Anti-immigration and anti-racism protesters clashed in Horley while Abolish Asylum System demonstrations occurred across multiple UK towns, with police separating groups.
UK politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Rule Britannia! and red flares as hundreds join protests outside London migrant hotels

Hundreds protested hotels housing asylum seekers across multiple UK towns, with confrontations between anti-immigration demonstrators, counter-protesters, and heavy police presence.
#active-shooter
#gun-violence
NYC politics
fromIrish Star
3 weeks ago

Mass shooting leaves 3 dead as 'multiple' gunmen open fire in NYC restaurant

Three people died and eight others were wounded in a mass shooting at the Taste of the City Lounge in Brooklyn.
#protest
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Active shooter reported at Emory University in Atlanta, authorities say

We're horrified by the news out of Emory University and praying for the safety of the entire campus community, said Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr.
US news
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

Russian Instagram model has London home ransacked by thief who broke in through window

Russian model Alla Bruletova's London home was ransacked by burglars; she thanked police for their quick response.
#murder-investigation
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Two killed and six wounded in mass shooting at LA music festival afterparty

Two people were killed and six others were wounded in a mass shooting at a music festival afterparty in downtown Los Angeles early on Monday. Police first responded around 11pm on Sunday evening to shut down a big party after officers saw a person possibly armed with a gun.
Los Angeles
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

Kate Garraway reveals shock' after phone stolen in London

Phone theft is unpredictable, even for those who are generally vigilant.
Staying alert when using phones in public is crucial to prevent theft.
Experiences with police responses to theft reports can vary widely.
London
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

Woman rushed to hospital after alleged 'rape' in west London

A serious sexual assault was reported at Shepherd's Bush Green, leading to emergency services responding and a woman being taken to hospital.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Anti-racism demonstrators mount counter-protest at Epping hotel

Protests in Epping show solidarity with refugees amid rising tensions over asylum seekers housed at a local hotel.
#mental-health
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Mental health

He begged not to die': partner of man who died after being restrained by police joins calls to change mental health response

fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Mental health

He begged not to die': partner of man who died after being restrained by police joins calls to change mental health response

NYC politics
fromCity Limits
3 months ago

Opinion: I Needed Support. I Got Handcuffs.

Community-rooted care, grounded in trust, prevents crisis rather than punishing it, as coercive interventions are traumatic and ineffective.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Armed police threatened to arrest Kent protester for holding Palestinian flag

Police threatened a protester with arrest under the Terrorism Act for holding a Palestinian flag and signs calling for Gaza's freedom.
UK politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

'National failure to deliver justice': Up to three quarters of rape victims withdraw from cases, damning new report reveals

High rates of victim withdrawal from rape cases reveal failings in London's justice system.
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Brentwood police were aware of large teen gathering, official says

Brentwood Police coordinated staffing in response to a large youth gathering that turned chaotic, leading to arrests and safety concerns.
UK news
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
1 month ago

Man found dead after emergency services called to Dartford roundabout

A man in his 40s was confirmed dead following an emergency response in Wilmington, with no suspicious circumstances reported.
Miscellaneous
fromPort Jefferson, NY Patch
1 month ago

'Deadly Batch' Of Drugs Leads To 3 Overdoses, 1 Serious Injury, 2 Arrests On LI: Police Commissioner

A dangerous batch of drugs caused three overdoses and one serious injury in Coram, resulting in two arrests.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
2 months ago

Four people taken to hospital after stabbing in south east London

Officers joined the London Ambulance Service and the London Air Ambulance service at the junction of Denmark Hill and Camberwell New Road where four people were found with injuries.
London
UK news
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago

Loyalist paramilitaries threaten 'serious disorder' as PSNI declares major incident over removal of bonfire

Belfast City Council voted to remove bonfire materials due to safety concerns involving asbestos and electrical supply disruption.
#crime
Social justice
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Man arrested over damage to Windrush portraits

The Met police confirmed vandalism of Windrush portraits is not classified as a hate crime despite community claims of racial motivation.
fromMission Local
2 months ago

S.F. police and sheriff's deputies rout July 4 crowds in Mission District

At 10:49 p.m., Lt. Manilla Padilla instructed revelers in the Mission District to disperse, saying, "You have four minutes to leave the area to disperse." The police presence included dozens of officers and sheriff's deputies, equipped and prepared to enforce the dispersal.
SF politics
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago

Deliveroo and Uber Eats riders are being 'targeted' for vehicle theft, Met Police say

Delivery riders in Barking and Dagenham are facing a significant increase in vehicle thefts, particularly during midweek nights.
fromMiami Herald
2 months ago

County leaders mostly silent after arrest of woman objecting to ICE deal in Miami-Dade

It was unfortunate that yesterday's meeting escalated the way it did when people were there simply to make their voices heard. Public input is an essential part of an accessible, accountable local government and as elected officials we should encourage all residents to exercise their right to participate.
Miami
London
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
2 months ago

Boy, 13, guilty of carrying kitchen knife in 'unrest at Blackheath funfair'

Youth unrest at Blackheath funfair led to police intervention and the implementation of new safety measures.
fromThe State
2 months ago

Baby crawling out of second-story window is rescued by passerby, NY cops say

A 10-month-old baby was found crawling out of a second-story window in Bath, New York, which led to the arrest of two adults for endangerment.
NYC parents
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

No Kings' demonstrator dies after being shot at Utah protest, police say

An innocent bystander, Arthur Folasa Ah Loo, was fatally shot during a protest, highlighting the dangers present in escalating demonstrations.
#northern-ireland
Black Lives Matter
fromIrish Independent
3 months ago

Ballymena riots: Petrol bombs, hatchet, masonry thrown at police during third night of disorder

Significant unrest in Northern Ireland has led to police injuries and property damage over multiple nights, prompting a strong police response.
Black Lives Matter
fromIrish Independent
3 months ago

Ballymena riots: Family of alleged sex assault victim 'mortified' by racist violence, PSNI chief says; protesters gather in east Belfast

Racist violence in Co Antrim has led to injuries, arrests, and severe police response following protests over an alleged sexual assault.
Los Angeles
fromIndependent
3 months ago

Adrian Weckler on LA riots lockdown: This is the curfew zone - and tensions are running high

Los Angeles faces unrest during curfew, with protests escalating and police responding.
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago

Northern Ireland riots latest: Leisure centre set on fire on third night of unrest

Violent protests in Ballymena stemmed from unrest over an alleged sexual assault, leading to police injuries and significant property damage.
Manchester City
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago

Police deployed to tackle dozens of youths causing serious disorder' in Salford

Police have issued a dispersal order after significant disorder involving youth in Salford, leading to property damage and arrests.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

After 2020, Report Urged Caution in Deploying National Guard in L.A.

The deployment of the National Guard in Los Angeles during protests highlighted the challenges of managing public safety and maintaining community relations.
UK news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 months ago

Several people killed in school shooting in Austria

A suspected school shooting in Graz, Austria has resulted in multiple fatalities according to initial reports.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
3 months ago

Tube evacuated at Kennington station after 'alkaline substance' sprayed

Passengers were evacuated from a train at Kennington station after a suspected alkaline substance was sprayed, though no injuries were reported.
London food
Brooklyn
fromNews 12 - Default
3 months ago

Police respond to crime call at East Flatbush neighborhood

A police response occurred in East Flatbush following reports of a crime that may involve a hostage situation.
fromThe Oaklandside
3 months ago

Marvin Boomer's family mourns loss and girlfriend slams CHP for deadly Oakland chase

"I'm bleeding from God knows where. My partner is lying on the ground... Who cares? I'm a human. Even if I were in the car or driving, I'm a human first."
East Bay (California)
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
3 months ago

Dead Body Found In SF Bay Near Pier 15

A male body was discovered floating in the Bay near Pier 15, prompting a response from police and first responders.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago

Germany: Several injured in attack at Hamburg train station DW 05/23/2025

Four people were seriously injured in a knife attack at Hamburg's main train station.
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Wild video shows Vegas cops fatally shoot gym member attempting to carry out a mass killing

"Fortunately, this gentleman had a malfunction in his weapon, which actually saved this from being a mass casualty event," Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Assistant Sheriff Jamie Prosser said.
MMA
San Francisco
fromThe Mercury News
3 months ago

Carjacking suspects caught in North Bay; one shot, injured

Two carjacking suspects were arrested after a gunfire incident with police in Fairfield, highlighting quick law enforcement responses.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

January 6 officer calls Trump petty' for Republican refusal to hang Capitol plaque

Michael Fanone criticizes Trump and Republicans for not honoring police who defended the Capitol during the January 6 insurrection.
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Long Island schools under 'lockout' after AR-15 threat from bullied teen - schools say it's a hoax

The police were able to determine this morning that the caller was not the alumnus of the high school, who has a fairly common name.
NYC parents
NYC politics
fromBronx Times
4 months ago

Bomb threat reported at Council Member Althea Stevens' Bronx office: NYPD - Bronx Times

Council Member Althea Stevens' office received a bomb threat, leading to police involvement and a temporary closure of the office.
#lapd
Black Lives Matter
fromLos Angeles Times
4 months ago

LAPD launches 'deep dive' probes into officers' 911 responses after two Valley killings go undiscovered

LAPD faces scrutiny after officers failed to enter homes during violent assault reports, leading to later discoveries of victims' bodies.
Liverpool FC
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Ex-French interior minister apologises to Liverpool fans for making them a scapegoat'

Gerald Darmanin apologized to Liverpool fans for blaming them for the 2022 Champions League final chaos, calling it the biggest failure of his career.
#houston
fromNew York Post
4 months ago
Boston food

One dead, 14 injured in mass shooting at family party in Houston

A family gathering turned deadly in Houston when an uninvited guest opened fire, resulting in one fatality and multiple injuries.
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago
US news

At Least One Dead, Multiple Injured in Houston Shootings

A shooting at a family barbecue in Houston left one dead and several critically injured after an uninvited guest opened fire.
Boston food
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

One dead, 14 injured in mass shooting at family party in Houston

A family gathering turned deadly in Houston when an uninvited guest opened fire, resulting in one fatality and multiple injuries.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

At Least One Dead, Multiple Injured in Houston Shootings

A shooting at a family barbecue in Houston left one dead and several critically injured after an uninvited guest opened fire.
NYC parents
fromCbsnews
4 months ago

SUV stolen in Brooklyn with 2-year-old inside, police say

A 2-year-old boy was safely recovered after being left in a stolen SUV in Brooklyn.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

Carjacker takes 2-year-old on wild joyride after mom leaves tot alone in vehicle on Brooklyn street: cops

A toddler was rescued safely after a stranger stole a running SUV with the child inside.
The mother left her child briefly in a running vehicle outside a deli.
UK news
fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk
4 months ago

Armed police block off Highgate Wood after 'reports of gun sighting'

No threat was found after a gun sighting report at Highgate Wood, leading to police intervention and a subsequent stand down.
fromwww.bbc.com
4 months ago

Review after woman took decomposing daughter out

The independent reviewer highlighted the inadequacy of the previous safeguarding responses, noting that the concerns raised in 2014 were not investigated rigorously enough, leading to tragic consequences.
London politics
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
4 months ago

Man charged with terror offence after arrest at Israeli embassy

A man attempted to enter the Israeli embassy in London with a knife and has been charged with terrorism-related offenses.
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