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World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 hours ago

Marxists and monarchists: the group hoping to unite Iran's exiled opposition

A new group, Iran Freedom Congress, aims to unite Iran's exiled opposition for democratic change after decades of division.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days 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.
Education
fromwww.dw.com
6 days ago

School's out in Iran: No phone, no internet, no classes

Iran has shifted to online classes nationwide due to ongoing tensions and damage from airstrikes, affecting all schools and grades.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

I should not have wished for war': six ordinary Iranians on how the US-Israel conflict has changed them

Compulsory military service in Iran strips men of rights, forcing them into dangerous positions without attachment to the regime.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago

Iranian authorities remain defiant, urge supporters to stay in streets

The US delegation failed to gain the trust of Iran in negotiations to end the war, according to Iranian officials.
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 hours ago

Marxists and monarchists: the group hoping to unite Iran's exiled opposition

A new group, Iran Freedom Congress, aims to unite Iran's exiled opposition for democratic change after decades of division.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days 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.
Education
fromwww.dw.com
6 days ago

School's out in Iran: No phone, no internet, no classes

Iran has shifted to online classes nationwide due to ongoing tensions and damage from airstrikes, affecting all schools and grades.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

I should not have wished for war': six ordinary Iranians on how the US-Israel conflict has changed them

Compulsory military service in Iran strips men of rights, forcing them into dangerous positions without attachment to the regime.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago

Iranian authorities remain defiant, urge supporters to stay in streets

The US delegation failed to gain the trust of Iran in negotiations to end the war, according to Iranian officials.
US Elections
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

I don't want to be part of a dictatorship': the Americans queueing up to renounce their citizenship

US citizens face long waiting times to renounce citizenship, prompting some to seek alternatives in other countries.
#may-day
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
22 hours ago

US activists plan May Day economic blackout: No school, no work, no shopping'

Labor unions and community groups are organizing an economic blackout for May Day to protest government policies favoring billionaires over workers.
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
22 hours ago

US activists plan May Day economic blackout: No school, no work, no shopping'

Labor unions and community groups are organizing an economic blackout for May Day to protest government policies favoring billionaires over workers.
Books
fromIndependent
1 day ago

Author Jason Corcoran on leaving Russia: 'They were making examples of people to instil fear. And fear paralyses people'

Fleeing Russians face branding as traitors by Putin's regime and are shunned by the West.
Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
15 hours ago

The Guardian view on the politics of central Europe: in search of a new left | Editorial

Peter Magyar's election victory in Hungary signifies a shift to center-right governance amid a broader trend of right-wing populism in Central Europe.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Bahrain strips 69 people of citizenship over Iran support

Bahrain revoked citizenship of 69 individuals for alleged support of Iranian attacks, raising concerns over abuse of power and international law violations.
fromThe Nation
1 day ago

These AI-Powered Surveillance Cameras Are Everywhere-and People Have Had Enough

The surveillance infrastructure being built right now is one of the defining stories of the 21st century. Twenty years from now, people will point to this era as one when the relationship between the state and the individual was permanently renegotiated.
Privacy technologies
fromwww.theguardian.com
22 hours ago

It's not a story that's over': inside the battle against hatred in America

With Hitler in LA, Leon Lewis hid the spy codes but once I figured it out, I realized, Oh my God, I've got a historian's dream here, which is an unknown story that's really important.
Right-wing politics
Environment
fromWIRED
2 days ago

The Iran War Is Impacting the Environment in Unseen Ways

War significantly damages the environment through emissions, oil spills, and toxic fallout, impacting ecosystems long after conflicts end.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 days ago

Anti-Doug Ford rallies take place across Ontario to protest OSAP, FOI changes | CBC News

Protests against Premier Doug Ford's controversial measures are occurring across Ontario, urging a no-confidence vote for his resignation.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
3 days ago

How to Build a More Participatory Democracy With Psychology

Voter turnout is influenced by motivation, ability, and the difficulty of voting, with systemic barriers disproportionately affecting marginalized groups.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Taking back power or taking the mickey? The activists liberating' food from big stores

Police arrested activists for alleged conspiracy to commit theft linked to a campaign against inequality involving mass shoplifting from supermarkets.
#palestine-action
UK news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 days ago

Sally Rooney, Greta Thunberg back Palestine Action before court date

Over 130 public figures support Palestine Action ahead of a UK Court of Appeal hearing on the government's ban of the group.
UK news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 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.
UK news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 days ago

Sally Rooney, Greta Thunberg back Palestine Action before court date

Over 130 public figures support Palestine Action ahead of a UK Court of Appeal hearing on the government's ban of the group.
UK news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 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.
Brooklyn
fromTruthout
5 days 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.
fromwww.dw.com
5 days ago

Reza Pahlavi calls for regime change in Iran on Berlin visit

If you think you can make peace with this regime, you are sorely mistaken. There will never be stability, even if a watered-down version of this system survives.
Germany news
World politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 day ago

Trump's 'hellhole' repost fuels growing anger in India

India condemned Trump's comments labeling the country as a 'hellhole' as inappropriate and uninformed, emphasizing the importance of India-US relations.
UK politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 days ago

Fuel protesters set to descend on London in major national demonstration

Farmers and tradesmen are protesting in Parliament to demand action on rising fuel prices and tax reductions.
Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Media freedom under sustained attack' across EU as public trust drops, report finds

Journalists in the EU face escalating harassment, threats, and violence, while media ownership concentration and public trust in media decline.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Will vote make a difference to Palestinians under Israeli occupation?

Fatah party dominates local elections, but low turnout and lack of candidates raise questions about democratic representation.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

World Cup will be bonanza of sportswashing' under Trump, say human rights groups

The World Cup is criticized for sportswashing, with concerns over human rights abuses and safety for fans during the event in the US.
Psychology
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Criminalisation of climate protesters in UK is counterproductive, research finds

Criminalizing climate protests in the UK increases activist determination and may lead to more disruptive actions.
Online Community Development
fromTruthout
2 weeks 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.
US politics
fromAxios
4 days 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.
UK politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
6 days 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.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

Joy and desire for change as Gaza's Deir el-Balah holds elections

I am very happy today, because this is a truly Palestinian democratic celebration. Many generations have been deprived of it for more than 21 years, and today my daughter is voting for the first time.
World news
Social justice
fromwww.dw.com
4 days ago

Tunisia suspends rights group amid widening repression

Tunisian authorities suspended the Human Rights League for a month amid increasing authoritarianism and crackdowns on civil society since 2021.
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

The international right has CPAC. Has the left finally found its answer? | Owen Jones

Progressives gathered in Barcelona to address rising authoritarianism, highlighting the absence of European leaders and the need for a return to social democratic values.
Social justice
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days 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.
fromThe Atlantic
2 weeks ago

Illiberalism Is Not Inevitable

The defeat of Viktor Orbán required not just an ordinary election campaign but the construction of a broad, diverse, and patriotic grassroots social movement, changing politics around the world.
Europe politics
#human-rights
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago
World politics

Amnesty International paints a grim picture

Human rights violations are increasing globally, with perpetrators often unpunished, according to Amnesty International's report for 2025.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago
World news

ACLU, Amnesty lead 120 rights groups issuing US World Cup travel advisory'

Travel advisory issued for 2026 FIFA World Cup due to deteriorating human rights in the US.
World politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 week 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 news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago

ACLU, Amnesty lead 120 rights groups issuing US World Cup travel advisory'

Travel advisory issued for 2026 FIFA World Cup due to deteriorating human rights in the US.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days 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.npr.org
4 days ago

From night life in Egypt to rice farming in Vietnam, the war in Iran is a drain

Cairo's nightlife is disrupted by a 9 p.m. business closure to conserve energy, impacting employment and income amid broader economic disruptions from the Iran war.
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.
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
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days 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.
Digital life
fromElectronic Frontier Foundation
1 month ago

Digital Hopes, Real Power: Reflecting on the Legacy of the Arab Spring

Digital tools empower global protests, but governments respond with repression, creating a cycle of empowerment and control that traces back to the 2011 Arab uprisings.
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

What is May Day Strong, the no work, no school, no shopping' protests against Trump?

May Day Strong aims to unite labor and community organizations for a nationwide protest against Trump administration policies on May 1.
London politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 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.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago

Solutions, not slogans': Gaza holds first election in 21 years

Residents of Deir el-Balah are eager for tangible solutions rather than political slogans as they prepare for the first municipal elections in over two decades. The scars of Israel's war are evident, and the community seeks effective governance to address their pressing needs.
World news
US Elections
fromThe Nation
1 month 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.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 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
fromThe Atlantic
5 days ago

Cubans' Despair

The boat's crew of 20 or so young campaigners carried about 14 tons of humanitarian aid, flew the Cuban flag, held a LET CUBA LIVE sign, and protested against the U.S. oil sanctions.
World news
Left-wing politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

Where Are All the Campus Protests?

Recent events have led to a surprising decline in campus protests, indicating a shift in university administration's approach to student activism.
#iran-protests
London music
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

Police brace as thousands set to march through central London for Iran war protests

Thousands will protest in London against the Iranian government this weekend, with multiple events planned and strict conditions imposed for safety and noise control.
London music
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

Police brace as thousands set to march through central London for Iran war protests

Thousands will protest in London against the Iranian government this weekend, with multiple events planned and strict conditions imposed for safety and noise control.
World news
fromwww.dw.com
5 days ago

Iran: Daily life shadowed by war, scarcity and fear

The US Navy is blocking Iranian ports to restrict oil exports and pressure Tehran amid ongoing conflict.
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.
London politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

In U-turn, UK police say Palestine Action protesters will be arrested again

London's Met Police warns that supporting Palestine Action may lead to arrest despite a High Court ruling against its proscription.
Left-wing politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

Trump Is Betraying Iran's Pro-Democracy Protesters

Trump promised support to Iranian pro-democracy protesters but abandoned them when their quick victory became unlikely, treating them as disposable allies while considering deals with the existing regime.
NYC parents
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

Today's Atlantic Trivia: Authoritarianism

The Madres de la Plaza de Mayo, a group of mothers whose children disappeared during Argentina's dictatorship, continue protesting weekly in Buenos Aires nearly five decades after their movement began in 1977.
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

London protests LIVE: Police brace as huge crowds rally against Iran war in central London

Protesters in London demand an end to the war in Iran and call for a break from Trump's foreign policy.
fromYahoo News
1 month ago

Protest planned in NYC after US, Israel attack Iran

The U.S. and Israel are carrying out an unprovoked, illegal bombing campaign on Iran. This war serves no one but a tiny elite and oil executives.
NYC politics
World politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Trump Rejected Netanyahu's Plan to Get Iranians to Take to the Streets and Protest Government President Warned They'll Get Mowed Down': Axios

Trump rejected Netanyahu's plan for Iranians to protest, citing the risk to their lives.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Protest marches to take place near US and Iranian embassies in London this weekend

London hosts competing weekend demonstrations near US and Iranian embassies amid escalating geopolitical tensions, with police imposing route restrictions and noise limitations.
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.
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