Columbia Protesters Rename Hamilton Hall to Hind's Hall'
Protesters at Columbia University renamed Hamilton Hall to Hind's Hall in memory of a 6-year-old Palestinian girl killed in Israel's war against Hamas, sparking debate over the incident. [ more ]
Hamilton Hall Has a Long History of Student Takeovers
Hamilton Hall, a building at Columbia University, has been a site of multiple student activist occupations over the past 50 years, focused on various social and political causes. [ more ]
How do United States universities make their money?
Protesters are demanding U.S. universities to disclose and divest from companies complicit in genocide, focusing on transparency in investments. [ more ]
Locks, Chains, Diversions: How Columbia Students Seized Hamilton Hall
The takeover of Hamilton Hall by protesters at Columbia University sparked debate and scrutiny on the issue of unrest and radicalization on college campuses. [ more ]
Students arrested at CUNY's Gaza Solidarity Encampment faced police violence and arrests, sparking protests and comparisons to historical events. [ more ]
Biden says 'order must prevail' during campus protests over the war in Gaza
President Biden defends right to protest but emphasizes the importance of maintaining order on college campuses amidst unrest over the war in Gaza. [ more ]
UN urges Georgia to withdraw 'foreign influence' bill DW 05/02/2024
The controversial bill in Georgia, condemning foreign influence laws and sparking widespread protests, risks damaging the country's EU aspirations. [ more ]
Gaza protestors picket White House correspondents dinner, as Biden ribs Trump
The White House correspondents' dinner focused on humor and warnings about Trump's presidency amidst protests over the Israel-Hamas war outside. [ more ]
After Large Rallies, Trump Is Greeted at Courthouse by a Single Fan
Donald Trump holds campaign rallies in Michigan and Wisconsin, followed by a court appearance with limited supporter presence in Lower Manhattan. [ more ]
UCLA moves to shut down pro-Palestinian encampment as "unlawful," warns students to leave
UCLA declared pro-Palestinian encampment unlawful, warning of possible suspension/expulsion. UC handles protests with a lighter touch, contrasting with other campuses' police involvement. [ more ]
Campus arrests spread as students press on with pro-Palestinian protests
Protests against financial ties to Israel and cease-fire calls escalate on U.S. college campuses, leading to clashes, arrests, disruptions and cancellations. [ more ]
UCLA declares unlawful assembly, poised to clear pro-Palestinian camp
Authorities considered shutting down a pro-Palestinian camp at UCLA following a violent attack, amid divisions on managing protests between different universities. [ 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 ]
Critics label protests as antisemitic, while universities struggle to balance free speech and avoiding disruptions. Some diverse groups participate in demonstrations. [ 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 ]
University of Southern California Confronts an Unfamiliar Era of Protest
A surprising protest at the University of Southern California amid the Israel-Hamas conflict challenges stereotypes about the institution's political activism. [ more ]
UCLA declares Palestine encampment unlawful, USC president in talks with protesters
UCLA declared Palestine Solidarity Encampment unlawful and threatened disciplinary actions. USC President addressing swastika incident and protests. [ 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 ]
Australia: PM Albanese says domestic violence is a 'crisis' DW 04/29/2024
Domestic violence in Australia is labeled as a 'national crisis' by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, prompting calls for a national response and tougher laws against violence towards women. [ more ]
Pro-Palestinian students have peacefully evacuated prestigious Paris university campus building
Paris Institute of Political Studies (Sciences Po) students inspired by Gaza solidarity in the US evacuated campus building peacefully after a tense standoff with pro-Israeli groups, highlighting the impact of international conflicts on academic environments. [ more ]
Pro-Palestinian protests take hold in Europe as they intensify in US
Protests demanding the halt of arms exports to Israel led to clashes with police in the US and a pro-Palestinian camp being dismantled in Berlin. [ more ]
With eyes on US college campuses, students stress: Gaza is why we're here'
Growing protests on US campuses demand an end to Israel's bombardment of Gaza, leading to debates on freedom of speech and Palestinian solidarity activism. [ more ]
A Political Scientist on How Protests Can Change Minds or Backfire
Protests in response to the war in Gaza are escalating, drawing parallels to the 1960s protests, with potential major demonstrations at the Democratic National Convention. [ more ]
USC Cancels Main Commencement Ceremony Amid Israel-Hamas War Protests
The University of Southern California canceled its main graduation ceremony due to protests, but will host individual school events to ensure a meaningful celebration. [ more ]
Court in Iran Sentences Prominent Rapper to Death, His Lawyer Says
A dissident rapper, Toomaj Salehi, has been sentenced to death in Iran for releasing music supporting antigovernment demonstrations, prompting global condemnation. [ more ]
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The crisis at Columbia University escalates as Republican Speaker of the House Mike Johnson calls for President Shafik's resignation amid ongoing protests. [ more ]