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UK politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 day 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 news
fromTruthout
6 days ago

As Fuel Protests Sweep Ireland, the Left Points to Imperialism as the Culprit

Protests in Ireland against rising fuel prices highlight broader crises, including cost of living and health care access, leading to increased social tensions.
UK politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 day 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 news
fromTruthout
6 days ago

As Fuel Protests Sweep Ireland, the Left Points to Imperialism as the Culprit

Protests in Ireland against rising fuel prices highlight broader crises, including cost of living and health care access, leading to increased social tensions.
Privacy professionals
fromTruthout
11 hours ago

In Atlanta, AI Surveillance Expands As Cop City Reshapes Black Communities

The construction of 'Cop City' in Atlanta raises concerns about privacy, surveillance, and environmental impacts on the local community.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day 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.
Mission District
from48 hills
1 hour ago

Pushing back against a radical move to change SF's housing and drug policy - 48 hills

San Francisco is reconsidering established housing and substance use policies, particularly the Housing First approach, amidst limited media coverage.
NYC parents
fromStreetsblog New York City
2 hours ago

One Neighborhood, One Day, Three Kids Injured By Drivers - Streetsblog New York City

Three pre-teens were injured in separate traffic incidents in South Williamsburg on Friday, all sustaining minor injuries and taken to Bellevue Hospital.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Post
4 hours ago

Bruce Blakeman slams 'elitist' Mamdani at site of controversial NYC homeless shelter

Bruce Blakeman criticizes Mayor Zohran Mamdani for neglecting outer borough needs and opposes the planned homeless shelter in Bensonhurst.
Psychology
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day 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.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

LAPD arrest protester who sprayed a 'chemical agent' at two officers

A protester was arrested for spraying a chemical agent on LAPD officers during a protest outside the Metropolitan Detention Center in Los Angeles.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 day 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.
US politics
fromTruthout
1 day ago

As Opposition Grows, Oklahoma Organizers Share How They Halted an ICE Warehouse

Opposition to ICE detention centers is growing, with grassroots mobilizations successfully halting proposals in various locations across the U.S.
World politics
fromTruthout
2 days ago

The First-Ever Conference to End Fossil Fuels Has to Address Militarism, Too

The U.S. and Israeli war on Iran exacerbates fossil fuel dependency and environmental crises, necessitating urgent global action to transition away from fossil fuels.
Social justice
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Op-Ed | No More 24' puts New Yorkers like me at risk | amNewYork

Protesters demand the No More 24 Act to end 24-hour workdays for home care workers, fearing it jeopardizes care for individuals with disabilities.
Left-wing politics
fromAbove the Law
2 days ago

FedSoc Event Meant To Sanewash DHS Abducting People Made Harder By Protesters Making A Big Fuss About Racial Profiling - Above the Law

Politeness in discourse is biased, favoring certain viewpoints while punishing others, as seen in recent campus protests against right-wing speakers.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
2 days ago

'Unacceptable': Mamdani Condemns Super Speeder Cop, But Won't Commit to Action - Streetsblog New York City

Mayor Mamdani condemned officer Giovansanti's traffic violations but did not commit to disciplinary action.
SF politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

West Bank scepticism as Palestinians doubt local elections will change much

Voter apathy in West Bank elections stems from frustration with the Palestinian Authority and ongoing Israeli occupation.
fromState of the Planet
3 days ago

Why Climate Work Is Community Work

"The responders weren't just FEMA, it was people taking up direct collections for food, for clothing; it was a community response."
Online Community Development
East Bay (California)
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 days ago

Oakland nonprofit SoleSpace turns to community after key equipment stolen during break-in

A nonprofit in Oakland is recovering from a break-in that resulted in the theft of essential equipment for community workshops.
California
fromKqed
2 days ago

Lawmakers introduce bills to stop ICE courthouse raids | KQED

California's preschool programs are growing but lack quality measures compared to other states.
fromBoston.com
4 days ago

17 charged in Randolph street takeover that occurred last fall

"Participants blocked intersections to allow the drivers to perform the stunts, while spectators surrounded the scene and recorded videos for social media, police said."
Boston
Mental health
fromFortune
3 days 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.
#new-york-city
fromCity Limits
3 days ago
NYC real estate

Opinion: Most Empty Rent-Stabilized Apartments Don't Need a Lot to be Habitable

Landlords are warehousing thousands of rent-stabilized apartments despite low vacancy rates, citing high costs that may not reflect actual repair needs.
NYC politics
fromThe Mirror US
4 days ago

Mamdani condemns arrest of Brooklyn councilman at anti-eviction protest

Mayor Zohran Mamdani condemned the arrest of Council Member Chi Ossé during a protest against eviction in Brooklyn.
NYC real estate
fromCity Limits
3 days ago

Opinion: Most Empty Rent-Stabilized Apartments Don't Need a Lot to be Habitable

Landlords are warehousing thousands of rent-stabilized apartments despite low vacancy rates, citing high costs that may not reflect actual repair needs.
NYC politics
fromThe Mirror US
4 days ago

Mamdani condemns arrest of Brooklyn councilman at anti-eviction protest

Mayor Zohran Mamdani condemned the arrest of Council Member Chi Ossé during a protest against eviction in Brooklyn.
Portland
fromPortland Mercury
3 days 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.
#environmental-justice
Fundraising
fromThe Nation
4 days ago

How California's Kids Are Taking On Big Oil

Atticus Jackson founded a Sunrise Movement chapter to advocate for environmental justice after experiencing the devastating Palisades fire in California.
Non-profit organizations
fromTruthout
4 days 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.
Fundraising
fromThe Nation
4 days ago

How California's Kids Are Taking On Big Oil

Atticus Jackson founded a Sunrise Movement chapter to advocate for environmental justice after experiencing the devastating Palisades fire in California.
Non-profit organizations
fromTruthout
4 days 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.
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

L.A. voters doubt government can improve housing affordability, poll finds

L.A. voters see housing affordability and homelessness as serious issues but lack confidence in government solutions.
NYC LGBT
fromwww.bxtimes.com
4 days ago

We have to demand accountability': Vigil held for Mitchel Houses senior killed by stray bullet Bronx Times

Community leaders and residents demand accountability for gun violence following the death of 78-year-old Edgar Spence from a stray bullet.
Environment
fromPsychology Today
4 days ago

Suffering from Eco-Paralysis? Here's What You Can Do

Many Americans feel climate distress and eco-paralysis, which can lead to action and improved mental health through engagement with climate emotions.
Women in technology
fromAdvocate.com
4 days 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.
Media industry
fromIntelligencer
4 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.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
1 day 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.
US politics
fromAxios
2 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.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

I saw the backlash coming': civil rights activist Kimberle Crenshaw on America and race

Federal actions have targeted critical race theory and DEI initiatives, erasing decades of Kimberle Crenshaw's work on intersectionality and systemic racism.
Los Angeles
fromFuturism
1 day ago

The Number of Drones Being Deployed to Surveil Anti-Trump Protestors Is Staggering

Police drones are increasingly used for surveillance of protests, raising concerns about privacy and civil liberties across the United States.
#immigration
Brooklyn
fromThe Haitian Times
1 day ago

Half of ICE detainees at Brooklyn prison have no criminal record, documents show

More than half of immigration detainees at Brooklyn's Metropolitan Detention Center have no criminal record, raising concerns about oversight and conditions.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
3 days ago

ICE Will Reportedly Curb Some of Its Most Aggressive Tactics

The Trump administration is reconsidering immigration enforcement tactics, rolling back controversial policies of ICE amid public scrutiny and leadership changes.
Brooklyn
fromThe Haitian Times
1 day ago

Half of ICE detainees at Brooklyn prison have no criminal record, documents show

More than half of immigration detainees at Brooklyn's Metropolitan Detention Center have no criminal record, raising concerns about oversight and conditions.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
3 days ago

ICE Will Reportedly Curb Some of Its Most Aggressive Tactics

The Trump administration is reconsidering immigration enforcement tactics, rolling back controversial policies of ICE amid public scrutiny and leadership changes.
#protest-rights
Social justice
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 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.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Mamdani vetoes one protest buffer zone bill, allows' another to become law | amNewYork

Mayor Mamdani rejected Intro. 175-B due to concerns over constitutional rights and its broad definition of educational institutions affecting protests.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
2 days ago

Dozens of trees were red-tagged for removal in West Oakland. Now the plan is on hold

Residents near West Oakland BART station oppose the removal of trees for a housing development, leading to a review halt of the developer's permit application.
Philosophy
fromMindful
2 days ago

Democracy Does Not Work Without Mindfulness

True democracy requires mindfulness and collaboration beyond political campaigns and divisions.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

Why should we care about housing in the local elections?

Affordable housing is a critical issue in London's local elections, with councils facing significant pressures and responsibilities.
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
2 days ago

That Widely Misrepresented E-Mobility Study Actually Reveals Need For Safer Streets, Not Hysteria - Streetsblog New York City

Safer street design is essential to reduce injuries from biking and electric micromobility, not restrictive laws.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.amny.com
4 days 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.
SF politics
fromKqed
3 days ago

With Cost of Living Rising, Cuts to Housing Programs Put San Francisco on Edge | KQED

Proposed budget cuts threaten essential services for low- and middle-income families, risking increased homelessness and job loss in San Francisco.
NYC real estate
fromCity Limits
3 days ago

While Many NYCHA Residents Remain Skeptical of Private Management, This Red Hook Tenant Leader Sees An Opportunity

Red Hook West is moving forward with the PACT program to enhance public housing and tenant involvement.
Environment
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 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.
fromBrooklyn Paper
2 days ago

'This is our home': Bed-Stuy neighbors clash with law enforcement as an eviction battle erupts on Jefferson Avenue * Brooklyn Paper

Carmella Charrington has lived in the house with her family for more than 17 years, asserting that the sale was conducted without her father's knowledge and that the supposed heirs had no legal claim to the property.
Brooklyn
US politics
fromThe Nation
2 days ago

Why Do the Democrats Keep Expanding the Institutions They Claim to Oppose?

Public outrage over ICE violence has diminished, while deportation operations continue unabated, highlighting a failure to address systemic issues.
#chi-osse
NYC politics
fromFox News
3 days ago

NYC councilman and Mamdani ally Chi Osse arrested during eviction protest, video shows

Chi Ossé was arrested while protesting a woman's eviction in Brooklyn, highlighting issues of Black displacement and deed theft.
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 days ago
NYC politics

Shocking video shows police throwing gay city councilman to the ground during protest - LGBTQ Nation

fromAdvocate.com
4 days ago
NYC politics

New York City Council Member Chi Osse arrested at Brooklyn anti-eviction protest

Council Member Chi Ossé was arrested during an anti-eviction protest in Brooklyn, advocating against deed theft affecting Black homeowners.
fromAdvocate.com
4 days ago
NYC politics

New York City Council Member Chi Osse arrested at Brooklyn anti-eviction protest

Council Member Chi Ossé was arrested during a protest against eviction in Brooklyn, highlighting issues of deed theft affecting Black homeowners.
NYC politics
fromFox News
3 days ago

NYC councilman and Mamdani ally Chi Osse arrested during eviction protest, video shows

Chi Ossé was arrested while protesting a woman's eviction in Brooklyn, highlighting issues of Black displacement and deed theft.
NYC politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 days ago

Shocking video shows police throwing gay city councilman to the ground during protest - LGBTQ Nation

New York City Council Member Chi Ossé was arrested during an anti-eviction protest in Brooklyn, facing charges for obstructing government administration.
Brooklyn
fromTheGrio
4 days ago

NYC council member Chi Osse arrested during Brooklyn anti-eviction protest

Chi Ossé was arrested during an anti-eviction protest in Brooklyn, highlighting concerns over deed theft and housing issues in New York City.
NYC politics
fromAdvocate.com
4 days ago

New York City Council Member Chi Osse arrested at Brooklyn anti-eviction protest

Council Member Chi Ossé was arrested during an anti-eviction protest in Brooklyn, advocating against deed theft affecting Black homeowners.
NYC politics
fromAdvocate.com
4 days ago

New York City Council Member Chi Osse arrested at Brooklyn anti-eviction protest

Council Member Chi Ossé was arrested during a protest against eviction in Brooklyn, highlighting issues of deed theft affecting Black homeowners.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Editorial | Choosing a Fare' deal over fantasy should be a transit no-brainer for the mayor | amNewYork

Fair Fares program offers significant transit discounts but has low enrollment; expansion could provide relief to more low-income New Yorkers.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 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
Brooklyn
fromTruthout
3 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.
fromStreetsblog New York City
5 days ago

Tuesday's Headlines: Cops Are Doing It Wrong Edition - Streetsblog New York City

A state judge has ruled that every red-light ticket written to a cyclist under the state's vehicle and traffic law since 2019 is bogus. The city legalized the practice of biking through a red light on a pedestrian 'walk' signal, yet NYPD cops have been wrongly writing tickets for cyclists who go through the 'red' on the walk signal.
New York City
fromTruthout
3 days 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
New York City
fromCbsnews
5 days ago

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani speaks out about "deeply disturbing, unacceptable" Brooklyn arrest

NYPD's Narcotics Unit faces a 90-day review after a violent arrest video raises serious concerns about practices and accountability.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
3 days ago

To Protect And Swerve: NYPD Cop Has 547 Speeding Tickets Yet Remains On The Force - Streetsblog New York City

James Giovansanti, a NYPD officer, has received 187 traffic tickets in 2025, making him a significant danger to public safety.
#no-kings
California
fromStreetsblog
3 weeks ago

No Kings Rallies Throughout California - Streetsblog California

Record attendance of 8 million at No Kings rallies across the U.S., with significant participation in California's major cities.
California
fromStreetsblog
3 weeks ago

No Kings Rallies Throughout California - Streetsblog California

Record attendance of 8 million at No Kings rallies across the U.S., with significant participation in California's major cities.
World politics
fromThe New Yorker
3 weeks ago

We're Living in Horrible Conditions for Meaningful Dissent

The repeated imagery of war has desensitized the public, lowering political stakes and altering perceptions of conflict.
fromNews 12 - Long Island
4 days ago

CUNY staff, local leaders rally in Downtown Brooklyn over unsafe building conditions

"The health and safety of our students, faculty and staff is CUNY's top priority. That's why, over the past two years, the University has invested $850 million in our facilities, completing or advancing more than 100 projects."
Brooklyn
fromPhilosophynow
3 weeks ago
Philosophy

The Collective City

Islamic philosophy invites plurality and coexistence, emphasizing the importance of dialogue and the acceptance of error in understanding.
NYC politics
fromIntelligencer
4 days ago

Brooklyn Councilman Arrested, Thrown to Ground at Anti-Eviction Protest

City Councilmember Chi Ossé was arrested while defending a constituent from eviction in Brooklyn.
Alternative transportation
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

Urban Truth Collective: Straight Talk About The Joy Of Cities In An Age Of Disinformation - Streetsblog USA

Fifteen-minute cities enable convenient living without car dependency, while decades of car-centric policies have deliberately created sprawl and reduced walkability, homelessness correlates directly with insufficient housing supply, and wider roads increase crashes and traffic rather than reducing congestion.
Portland
fromPortland Monthly
1 month ago

Portland Protests, by the Numbers

Portland has a 35-year history of sustained civil disobedience and protest activism, from environmental demonstrations to police brutality protests, often met with federal intervention and aggressive law enforcement responses.
Left-wing politics
fromThe Nation
2 months ago

Taking to the Streets

Independent journalism holds the powerful to account, centers marginalized communities, cuts through lies, advances progressive ideas, and relies on reader support and donations.
#ice-raids
US politics
fromThe New Yorker
3 months ago

The Battle for Minneapolis

Federal agents' deployment in Minneapolis triggered protests and a general strike; multiple federal shootings, including Alex Pretti's death, intensified community outrage and mutual protection efforts.
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