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Why Mozambique's election has sparked weeks of protests and a violent crackdown by police
Thousands are protesting in Mozambique’s capital and police are responding by firing tear gas and rubber bullets as weeks of post-election unrest continued in the southern African countryWorld - ABC News - 4 hours ago -
At least 10 people are killed by police in Mozambique post-election protests, medical groups say
Two medical groups in Mozambique say at least 10 people were fatally shot by police and 63 others sustained gunshot wounds when authorities cracked down on unrest following the presidential electionWorld - ABC News - October 31 -
Mozambique opposition figures killed as protest grows over election results
Lawyer Elvino Dias and official Paulo Guambe shot as their party plans a national strike over disputed election. Attackers killed a Mozambique opposition lawyer and a party official after firing ...World - The Guardian - October 19 -
Death toll rises as protesters rage against Mozambique election result
Police accused of killing at least 11 unarmed bystanders since 24 October, amid claims poll was rigged. Silvio Jeremias was on his way home from his job at a petrol station on the night of 25 ...World - The Guardian - 5 days ago -
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Police in Mozambique fire tear gas at opposition politician as post-election tensions soar
Police in Mozambique have fired tear gas at the country's leading opposition politician and supporters as he spoke with reportersWorld - ABC News - October 21 -
Video of violent arrest in Phoenix sparks outrage
Police body camera video of the violent arrest of Tyron McAlpin, a deaf Black man with cerebral palsy, has sparked outrage among civil rights and disability advocates. McAlpin was repeatedly ...Top stories - CBS News - October 15 -
Mozambique opposition plans protests after killings
Legal adviser to opposition leader Venâncio Mondlane was one of two men assassinated after a contested electionBusiness - Financial Times - October 20 -
The lawyer for Mozambique's leading opposition politician has been fatally shot in his car following a disputed election
The lawyer for Mozambique's leading opposition politician has been fatally shot in his car following a disputed electionWorld - ABC News - October 19 -
Post endorsement controversy sparks staff resignations, protests
A decision by The Washington Post to not endorse a candidate for president in next week's election is sparking vocal protests and resignations from some staffers. Post publisher and CEO William ...Politics - The Hill - October 28 -
Video of violent arrest of deaf Black man with cerebral palsy sparks outrage
Phoenix police officers were seen repeatedly punching and tasing Tyron McAlpin.Top stories - CBS News - October 15 -
Chapo Wins Mozambique’s Presidency in Disputed Election
Daniel Chapo of the Frelimo party, which has governed the southern African nation for nearly 50 years, was declared the victor amid violence and widespread allegations of fraud.World - The New York Times - October 24 -
Mozambique ruling party wins election condemned as ‘rigged’
Frelimo’s Daniel Chapo takes presidency after polls marred by irregularities and murder of opposition advisersBusiness - Financial Times - October 24 -
Police officers to 'withdraw goodwill' in protest at pay offer
The Scottish Police Federation said that the move would take effect from 1 November at 17:00.Top stories - BBC News - October 30 -
Greek police seize large cache of explosives and arrest 5 in organized crime crackdown
Police in Greece have seized large quantities of explosives and firearms following multiple raids in Athens to dismantle an criminal weapons distribution networkWorld - ABC News - 2 days ago -
Why this week is so crucial for American consumers — and it’s not just the election
American consumers are facing a momentous week, with the outcome of two key events set to shape their financial futures.Business - MarketWatch - 2 days ago -
Footage of Arizona police punching and tasering deaf Black man sparks outcry
Body camera video shows two Phoenix officers violently assaulting Tyron McAlpin, a deaf man with cerebral palsy. Phoenix police are facing widespread criticism following the release of body camera ...World - The Guardian - October 16 -
The Canary Islands: why locals are protesting against tourists
Thousands of residents took to the streets this weekend to campaign against overtourism. And they aren’t the only ones bemoaning an influx of holidaymakers. Name: Canary Islands.. Age: ...World - The Guardian - October 21 -
Here's why Argentina's public universities are paralyzed by protests
After 11 months in office, Argentina’s right-wing President Javier Milei has fulfilled his flagship pledge to eliminate the country’s monumental deficits by shrinking the public payroll, slashing ...World - ABC News - October 31 -
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Long-ruling party leads in Mozambique's election as opposition candidate calls for strikes
Mozambique’s ruling party candidate holds a clear lead in early presidential election results as his main challenger said he would not accept them and called them fraudulentWorld - ABC News - October 16 -
Mozambique rocked by the killings of 2 prominent opposition figures soon after disputed election
Gunmen chased down the lawyer for Mozambique’s leading opposition politician and a senior opposition official and fatally shot them in their car in the capital, their party said SaturdayWorld - ABC News - October 19 -
European Union observers flag irregularities and 'alteration of results' in Mozambique election
European Union election observers have flagged irregularities in Mozambique’s election as the country awaits the announcement of official results this weekWorld - ABC News - October 22 -
Mozambique ruling party declared winner of election marred by killings
Frelimo presidential candidate Daniel Chapo is said to have received 70% of vote, after claims of rigging. The candidate of Mozambique’s ruling party has won the presidential election with a ...World - The Guardian - October 24 -
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Pakistani police fire tear gas and charge protesters in Karachi
Pakistani police fired tear gas and charged protesters in the southern city of Karachi after they tried to break through a security barricadeWorld - ABC News - October 13 -
Police arrest pro-Palestinian protesters outside of New York Stock Exchange
Hundreds partake in demonstration, organized by Jewish Voice for Peace, against Israeli attacks on Gaza and Lebanon. New York City police arrested numerous pro-Gaza protesters outside the New York ...World - The Guardian - October 14 -
Iran arrests woman who stripped in protest at ‘abusive’ dress code policing
Amnesty International calls on authorities to release student, who reportedly had a violent confrontation with Basij paramilitaries. Amnesty International has called on authorities in Iran to ...World - The Guardian - 4 days ago -
Police fire tear gas at protest over deadly canopy collapse in Serbia
Protesters have thrown flares and red paint at the City Hall building in the Serbian city of Novi Sad in rage over last week’s collapse of a concrete canopy at the railway station that killed 14 ...World - ABC News - 2 days ago -
AP source: Canada expels six Indian diplomats after police link Indian agents to violent crimes
AP source: Canada expels six Indian diplomats after police link Indian agents to violent crimesWorld - ABC News - October 14 -
Phoenix police under scrutiny after video shows violent arrest of disabled man
The arrest of a deaf Black man with cerebral palsy, who was repeatedly punched and Tased by a pair of Phoenix police officers in August and later charged with aggravated assault and resisting ...Top stories - NBC News - October 15 -
Black motorist fatally shot by London police officer in 2022 was a member of a violent gang
Court records show that a Black motorist killed by a London police marksman who was acquitted of murder was a member of a violent gang who allegedly shot a rival a week earlierWorld - ABC News - October 22 -
2024 election updates: Trump, Harris split first votes counted in New Hampshire
With just hours left to Election Day, it's a neck-and-neck race to the finish.Top stories - ABC News - 2 days ago -
This Week, Business Owners Know the Drill: Be Prepared for Protests
Here’s how you can keep your businesses and teams safe amid potential protests and other disruptions this week.Business - Inc. - 2 days ago -
French transport minister meets cycling groups after a traffic death sparks protests
The French transport minister is expected to meet with cycling associations following the death of a cyclist in Paris after a dispute with a driverWorld - ABC News - October 21 -
French transport minister meets cycling groups after a traffic death sparks protests
The French transport minister is expected to meet with cycling associations following the death of a cyclist in Paris after a dispute with a driverSports - ABC News - October 21 -
Pizza chain sparks protests for doubling down on dessert referring to ex-Mayor Marion Barry and drug use
Protesters are demanding an apology and a D.C. pizza shop has been vandalized amid the controversy over &pizza’s ad campaign that makes light of the late Mayor Marion Barry’s drug use.Top stories - NBC News - October 23
