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1 week ago

Eurovision 2025: Austria's JJ wins with "Wasted Love" DW 05/17/2025

The 69th Eurovision Song Contest concluded with Austria’s countertenor JJ winning, shaking off expectations that Sweden would take the top prize with a standout performance of "Wasted Love."
Europe news
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Police launch urgent probe into fire at Keir Starmer's north London home

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism amidst ongoing political challenges and investigations.
#bangladesh
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

What does ban of Sheikh Hasina's party mean for Bangladesh? DW 05/12/2025

Bangladesh's interim government has imposed a ban on Awami League activities amid protests and ongoing investigations of the party's connection to past violence.
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

What does ban of Sheikh Hasina's party mean for Bangladesh? DW 05/12/2025

Bangladesh's interim government has imposed a ban on Awami League activities amid protests and ongoing investigations of the party's connection to past violence.
NYC politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

GOP Rep Calls ICE Threat to Arrest Democrat Reps Very Drastic': We Can Peacefully Protest In This Country'

Potential arrest of House Democrats raises serious concerns for political accountability.
Arrests should only follow evidence of complicity in criminal activities.
NYC politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Mayor of Newark Ras Baraka released after arrest at Ice jail protest

Newark Mayor Ras Baraka was arrested for trespass during a protest against an ICE detention center, asserting he did nothing wrong.
Baraka's arrest has sparked controversy over law enforcement's treatment of political figures and immigration issues.
#democracy
#donald-trump
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Democrat Booted From Trump Address to Congress After Repeatedly Heckling President, Derailing Speech

Rep. Al Green was removed from Congress for heckling Trump, showing rising tensions and decorum issues in political discourse.
US politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

100 days of Trump: US faces dramatic transformation DW 04/28/2025

Donald Trump's second presidency began on January 20, 2025, marked by intense political changes and challenges in just 100 days.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Democrat Booted From Trump Address to Congress After Repeatedly Heckling President, Derailing Speech

Rep. Al Green was removed from Congress for heckling Trump, showing rising tensions and decorum issues in political discourse.
US politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

100 days of Trump: US faces dramatic transformation DW 04/28/2025

Donald Trump's second presidency began on January 20, 2025, marked by intense political changes and challenges in just 100 days.
#community-engagement
#supreme-court
Left-wing politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

How Democrats wage war on the 'rule of law' - and weaponize it against Trump

The left has increasingly challenged the American legal system, particularly targeting the Supreme Court and politicizing legal actions.
US Elections
fromTruthout
1 month ago

North Carolina Supreme Court Partially Upholds GOP "Bloodless Coup" Ballot Purge

North Carolina Supreme Court partially supports Republican candidate's challenge over 65,000 ballots, impacting military and overseas voter rights.
Left-wing politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

How Democrats wage war on the 'rule of law' - and weaponize it against Trump

The left has increasingly challenged the American legal system, particularly targeting the Supreme Court and politicizing legal actions.
US Elections
fromTruthout
1 month ago

North Carolina Supreme Court Partially Upholds GOP "Bloodless Coup" Ballot Purge

North Carolina Supreme Court partially supports Republican candidate's challenge over 65,000 ballots, impacting military and overseas voter rights.
#embezzlement
France politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

France braced as far right and leftwing parties plan rallies in wake of Le Pen decision

The far-right in France is rallying to protest Marine Le Pen's conviction, framing it as a defense of democracy.
France politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

France braced as far right and leftwing parties plan rallies in wake of Le Pen decision

The far-right in France is rallying to protest Marine Le Pen's conviction, framing it as a defense of democracy.
#democratic-party
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

James Carville Knocks Dems for Breaking His First Commandment of Politics': Thine Shall Not Make an A** of Thyself'

Carville criticizes Democrats for their protests during Trump's Congress address, urging them to respond more seriously to the current political climate.
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

Democrats Might Finally Be Learning an Important Lesson. Will They Run With It?

Sen. Cory Booker delivers a 25-hour speech denouncing Trump's actions and the mistakes of the Democratic Party.
NYC politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Some Democrats Regret Their Scattered Responses to Trump's Speech to Congress

Disorganized Democratic response to Trump's speech criticized, with differing opinions on proper opposition tactics highlighted.
NYC politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

MSNBC Host Calls Out Democrats For Protesting Trump Speech With Bingo' Signs: Not Landing'

Democrats' protest during Trump's address was criticized for lacking impact, resembling a bingo game instead of effective dissent.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

James Carville Knocks Dems for Breaking His First Commandment of Politics': Thine Shall Not Make an A** of Thyself'

Carville criticizes Democrats for their protests during Trump's Congress address, urging them to respond more seriously to the current political climate.
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

Democrats Might Finally Be Learning an Important Lesson. Will They Run With It?

Sen. Cory Booker delivers a 25-hour speech denouncing Trump's actions and the mistakes of the Democratic Party.
NYC politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Some Democrats Regret Their Scattered Responses to Trump's Speech to Congress

Disorganized Democratic response to Trump's speech criticized, with differing opinions on proper opposition tactics highlighted.
NYC politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

MSNBC Host Calls Out Democrats For Protesting Trump Speech With Bingo' Signs: Not Landing'

Democrats' protest during Trump's address was criticized for lacking impact, resembling a bingo game instead of effective dissent.
fromPortlandTribune.com
1 month ago

Readers Respond: Keep "Hands Off" protests nonviolent, peaceful and loud

The participation in political protests is markedly diverse, with 37% of respondents indicating they have participated in multiple protests, showcasing a significant level of civic engagement. Political demonstrations continue to mobilize individuals, fostering discussion on leadership and governance.
US politics
#south-korea
#elon-musk
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Elon Musk targeted me over Tesla protests. That proves our movement is working

Elon Musk's inflammatory tweets have sparked controversy around the Tesla Takedown movement, highlighting issues of free speech, misinformation, and grassroots activism.
Right-wing politics
fromTruthout
2 months ago

Elon Musk Is Leading a Far Right Anti-Empathy Revolution

Trump's address included misinformation, self-praise, and was met with significant pushback from Democrats, highlighting ongoing divisions in Congress.
Cars
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Violent attacks on Tesla dealerships are on the rise as White House vows a crackdown on protesters

Attacks on Tesla properties are rising amid political tensions and protests, with experts unsure if this trend will continue long-term.
NYC politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

A Swastika, a Tesla and a Debate Over the Limits of Hate Crime Law

The vandalism of Teslas with swastikas reflects a political attack on Elon Musk rather than a traditional expression of antisemitism.
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Elon Musk targeted me over Tesla protests. That proves our movement is working

Elon Musk's inflammatory tweets have sparked controversy around the Tesla Takedown movement, highlighting issues of free speech, misinformation, and grassroots activism.
Right-wing politics
fromTruthout
2 months ago

Elon Musk Is Leading a Far Right Anti-Empathy Revolution

Trump's address included misinformation, self-praise, and was met with significant pushback from Democrats, highlighting ongoing divisions in Congress.
Cars
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Violent attacks on Tesla dealerships are on the rise as White House vows a crackdown on protesters

Attacks on Tesla properties are rising amid political tensions and protests, with experts unsure if this trend will continue long-term.
NYC politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

A Swastika, a Tesla and a Debate Over the Limits of Hate Crime Law

The vandalism of Teslas with swastikas reflects a political attack on Elon Musk rather than a traditional expression of antisemitism.
fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events
1 month ago

Hastily reinstalled ethnographic galleries turn Mexico's National Museum of Anthropology into political theatre

"In defence of cultural heritage, which gives us historical unity and national identity," read one in Spanish; another declared: "No to the destruction of the INAH. No to the continuity of Diego Prieto and his team. Yes to dialogue: for the better future of the INAH."
Renovation
#erdogan
Media industry
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

It's disinformation': Turkish state TV avoids any coverage of mass street protests

Turkey's media landscape is dominated by pro-government narratives, obscuring opposition voices and independent coverage.
Media industry
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

It's disinformation': Turkish state TV avoids any coverage of mass street protests

Turkey's media landscape is dominated by pro-government narratives, obscuring opposition voices and independent coverage.
#hamas
UK news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Friday Briefing

Escalation of conflict in Gaza as cease-fire collapses, with Israel ramping up military operations against Hamas amid public protests for a truce.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago
US news

You Should Watch the News!' Marco Rubio Snaps at CBS's Brennan Asking For Justification' of Student Protester's Visa Being Revoked

UK news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Friday Briefing

Escalation of conflict in Gaza as cease-fire collapses, with Israel ramping up military operations against Hamas amid public protests for a truce.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago
US news

You Should Watch the News!' Marco Rubio Snaps at CBS's Brennan Asking For Justification' of Student Protester's Visa Being Revoked

fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
2 months ago

Amazon boycott could spread to the UK, costing up to 47 million in lost sales - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

'There's no doubt that some US consumers have stopped ordering from Amazon, as well as a number of other retailers, such as Walmart and Target.'
UK politics
fromWashingtonian - The website that Washington lives by.
2 months ago

Chuck Schumer's Book Talk in DC Has Been Postponed Due to "Security Reasons" - Washingtonian

Senate minority leader Chuck Schumer has postponed book tour events for his new book due to "security reasons," reflecting the growing tensions surrounding his political stance.
NYC politics
#immigration
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Inside Trump's Crackdown on Dissent: Obscure Laws, ICE Agents and Fear

Trump's administration is threatening deportation of foreign students involved in protests, claiming sympathy for Hamas.
This case raises concerns about First Amendment rights and broader implications for dissent in America.
Germany politics
fromThe Local Germany
2 months ago

Gorlitz: How a German city became a seismograph for far-right surge

The AfD's recent election success reflects deep-rooted grievances in eastern Germany, particularly around immigration and socio-economic changes.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Inside Trump's Crackdown on Dissent: Obscure Laws, ICE Agents and Fear

Trump's administration is threatening deportation of foreign students involved in protests, claiming sympathy for Hamas.
This case raises concerns about First Amendment rights and broader implications for dissent in America.
Germany politics
fromThe Local Germany
2 months ago

Gorlitz: How a German city became a seismograph for far-right surge

The AfD's recent election success reflects deep-rooted grievances in eastern Germany, particularly around immigration and socio-economic changes.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Grief and anger over rail disaster brings protests back to Greece's streets

Mitsotakis faces unprecedented challenges following a disastrous train crash, sparking protests and calls for accountability considering the government's mishandling of rail safety issues.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Germany's conservatives scrutinize state support for NGOs DW 03/02/2025

Protests against CDU's migration policies raise concerns over NGOs' political neutrality and state funding.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago

Ex-Proud Boys Leader Pardoned By Trump Arrested By Capitol Police

Enrique Tarrio was arrested for simple assault during a press conference following his pardon related to January 6th.
NYC politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

The judge faces a flood of demands to continue the prosecution.

Prosecutors are seeking to dismiss corruption charges against NYC Mayor Eric Adams, leading to resignations and protests.
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