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Hundreds gather in London to protest against capital’s ‘soaring’ rents
Demonstration organiser the London Renters Union says that rising rents are destroying communities. Demonstrators gathered in London on Saturday to protest against the capital’s “soaring” rents.. ...The Guardian - 3h -
Joy and Celebrations in Seoul for Protesters as Yoon Is Impeached
“Long live South Korea!” demonstrators chanted, describing a wave of relief after days of anger over the president’s surprise declaration of martial law.The New York Times - 3h -
South Korea Impeaches President Yoon Suk Yeol Over Martial-Law Decision
The prime minister is set to assume presidential powers on an interim basis. The constitutional court will now review the vote, which could take months.The Wall Street Journal - 9h -
South Korea’s parliament has voted to impeach President Yoon Suk Yeol
South Korea’s parliament has voted to impeach President Yoon Suk YeolABC News - 11h -
Singer Turns ‘Feliz Navidad’ Into Protest Anthem Against Yoon Suk Yeol
Baek Jae Gil, whose viral anthem calls for the ouster of President Yoon Suk Yeol, has a long history with the country’s pro-democracy movement.The New York Times - 18h -
In a Growing Utah City, Residents Are Turning Against Their Mayor
Residents voted to rein in a mayor who they say has a penchant for secrecy and is overly deferential to developers.The New York Times - 1d -
South Korean president Yoon Suk Yeol impeached by parliament
South Korea's parliament has impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol over his martial law decree, ending days of political paralysis.CBS News - 6h -
South Korea impeachment live: jubilation in Seoul as president Yoon Suk Yeol impeached
Seoul police said at least 200,000 people had massed outside parliament in support of removing the president. Voting is now beginning. The process has been explained to lawmakers. We’ll bring you ...The Guardian - 7h -
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Huge crowds gather for impeachment vote on South Korean president Yoon Suk Yeol
Opposition needs ruling party support to suspend president over ‘insurrectionary’ martial law bid, while removal would need court approval. Thousands have taken to the streets of South Korea’s ...The Guardian - 15h -
Protesters hold a noisy demonstration against Serbia's populist leadership
Serbia’s university students have held a noisy protest outside the state television building despite populist President Aleksandar Vucic’s pledge to fulfil their demandsABC News - 1d -
South Korea’s parliament says six opposition parties have submitted a new motion to impeach President Yoon Suk Yeol
South Korea’s parliament says six opposition parties have submitted a new motion to impeach President Yoon Suk YeolABC News - 2d -
Farmers gather in Whitehall in latest protest against UK Budget tax changes
Tractors park up in main London thoroughfare in rally opposing government inheritance tax reformsFinancial Times - 3d -
Yonhap news agency says police are searching President Yoon Suk Yeol’s office
Yonhap news agency says police are searching President Yoon Suk Yeol’s officeABC News - 3d -
Citizens against smog: Protesters in North Macedonia demand action against pollution
Protesters across North Macedonia have taken part in demonstrations to demand better air quality in cities that are among the most polluted in EuropeABC News - 4d -
Still rockin': As a singer turns 80, the Christmas song she sang as a teen is a holiday staple
Brenda Lee's memories of recording “Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree” are a little hazy nowABC News - 4d -
Hundreds protest in New Delhi against reported attacks on Hindus in Bangladesh
Hundreds of protesters have rallied near the Bangladesh diplomatic mission in the Indian capital, pressing for an end to reported attacks on Hindus and other minorities in Bangladesh after former ...ABC News - 4d -
Protests in South Korea calling for impeachment of Yoon Suk Yeol
Protesters in South Korea are calling for the impeachment of President Yoon Suk Yeol after chaos erupted over his imposed martial law. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio reports from Seoul.CBS News - 5d -
Yonhap news agency reports police are considering placing an overseas travel ban on South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol
Yonhap news agency reports police are considering placing an overseas travel ban on South Korean President Yoon Suk YeolABC News - 5d -
Germany, France and Poland condemn use of force against protesters in Georgia
The foreign ministers of Germany, France and Poland have strongly condemned “the disproportionate use of force" against peaceful protesters and the targeting of the opposition and media ...ABC News - Dec. 7 -
South Korea crisis live: bid to impeach president Yoon Suk Yeol fails after ruling party boycotts vote
Main opposition Democratic Party said it would not give up its attempt to impeach president Yoon Suk Yeol after losing vote. Full report: Motion to impeach South Korean president fails ...The Guardian - Dec. 7 -
Large Protests Call for Impeachment of South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol
Demonstrations in the city and nationwide demanding the ouster of President Yoon Suk Yeol intensified through the week, and Saturday’s rally was the largest yet.The New York Times - Dec. 7 -
South Korean President, Yoon Suk Yeol, Faces Impeachment Call from Own Party Leader
The leader of President Yoon Suk Yeol’s own party has backed impeachment, on which the National Assembly is set to vote on Saturday.The New York Times - Dec. 6 -
Hundreds of people in Chad protest against the French military presence in the country
Hundreds of people have marched in Chad to call for the withdrawal of French troops from the country, a week after the Central African country ended a military agreement with its former colonial rulerABC News - Dec. 6 -
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South Korea’s ruling party chief says it’s necessary to suspend the constitutional powers of President Yoon Suk Yeol
South Korea’s ruling party chief says it’s necessary to suspend the constitutional powers of President Yoon Suk YeolABC News - Dec. 5 -
How South Korea’s impeachment process works after Yoon Suk Yeol’s martial law bid
Removing the president requires a parliamentary two-thirds majority, which the opposition lacks, and approval by a constitutional court that technically might not have enough judges. South Korea’s ...The Guardian - Dec. 5 -
South Korea’s president, Yoon Suk Yeol, facing impeachment after martial law shock
Opposition parties submit motion to impeach Yoon after his shock bid to put South Korea under martial law for first time in over four decades. South Korea crisis: live updates Explainer: what ...The Guardian - Dec. 4 -
FirstFT: South Korea’s Yoon Suk Yeol faces calls to resign after failed martial law order
Also in this newsletter, France’s Michel Barnier faces no-confidence vote, and Bank of England governor hints at rate cutFinancial Times - Dec. 4 -
South Korean opposition parties submit motion to impeach President Yoon Suk Yeol over short-lived martial law
South Korean opposition parties submit motion to impeach President Yoon Suk Yeol over short-lived martial lawABC News - Dec. 4 -
Who Is Yoon Suk Yeol, South Korea’s President?
A conservative, Mr. Yoon won the presidency in 2022 by a slim margin, promising a more confrontational stance against North Korea. He quickly became unpopular and divisive at home.The New York Times - Dec. 4 -
Yoon Suk Yeol, the scandal-hit president who declared martial law
Yoon's future is in the balance after he declared martial law and then withdrew it within hours.BBC News - Dec. 4 -
Calls for South Korean president Yoon Suk Yeol to step down after martial law chaos – live
Yoon completes dramatic U-turn by lifting martial law hours after announcing it, after unanimous vote from MPs against the measure and widespread outcry. The White House has said it is “closely” ...The Guardian - Dec. 4 -
President Yoon Suk Yeol of South Korea Declares Martial Law, Then Backs Down
Soon after President Yoon Suk Yeol’s declaration on Tuesday, lawmakers voted to defy him, prompting the president to say he was lifting his order.The New York Times - Dec. 4 -
Political chaos in South Korea: what is martial law and what comes next after Yoon Suk Yeol’s U-turn?
Six hours after stunning the country by declaring martial law, Yoon reversed his decision and faced calls to step down. South Korea’s president, Yoon Suk Yeol, on Tuesday declared martial law, ...The Guardian - Dec. 3 -
Village People Singer Praises Trump For Boosting 'YMCA,' Rejects Song’s ‘Gay Anthem’ Label
In a lengthy note, Victor Willis explained why he changed his tune on the Republican's use of the 1978 disco classic.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 3 -
Who is Yoon Suk Yeol, the man behind South Korea’s political crisis?
President’s leadership has been marred by dysfunction, culminating in ill-fated decision to impose martial lawFinancial Times - Dec. 3 -
Yoon Suk Yeol’s gamble on nostalgia for authoritarianism proves foolhardy
South Korean president miscalculated by thinking some MPs would back his declaration of martial law. South Korea – latest updates In attempting to declare martial law , South Korea’s ...The Guardian - Dec. 3 -
Village People singer defends Trump's use of 'Y.M.C.A.,' says song isn't a 'gay anthem'
Village People co-founder and lead singer Victor Willis said Y.M.C.A. has “benefited greatly” from Donald Trump's use and isn't a "gay anthem."NBC News - Dec. 2
