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Why Indonesia's new military law is alarming pro-democracy activists and rights groups
Indonesia’s Parliament has unanimously voted to pass a controversial revision of its military law that will expand the armed forces’ role in civilian affairs despite growing opposition from ...ABC News - 1d -
Many Chinese See a Cultural Revolution in America
People in China are expressing alarm at what looks like a familiar authoritarian turn in the United States, their longtime role model for democracy.The New York Times - Mar. 7 -
Media advocates warn Trump’s cuts to Voice of America embolden autocrats
Order to slash funding to pro-democracy broadcasters part of efforts to radically reduce government servicesFinancial Times - 5d -
Trump silencing VOA threatens free media in repressive countries, advocates say
Trump’s order to cut funding to Voice of America and several other pro-democracy media outlets has drawn widespread criticism from press freedom organizations.ABC News - 3d -
Democracy Dies in Dumbness
Until Donald Trump, no president has been so ignorant of the lessons of history, so incompetent in implementing his own ideas.The New York Times - Mar. 11 -
Democracy Is on the Line in Israel and America
The rule of law is in danger in both America and Israel if some red lines are not drawn and defended.The New York Times - 4d -
Cuban human rights groups worry about shutting down amid lack of U.S. funding
The cuts have shocked pro-democracy groups that monitor prisoners in Cuba, which have been the sole providers of information about political prisoners, including their health conditions.NBC News - Mar. 14 -
An airstrike in Myanmar kills nearly 30 people, an opposition group says
An opposition group in military-ruled Myanmar says an airstrike on a central village under the control of a pro-democracy resistance group has killed at least 27 civilians and injured 30 othersABC News - 6d -
EU debates ways to keep Radio Free Europe afloat after Trump orders staff cuts
European Union government ministers are debating ways to keep Radio Free Europe afloat after the Trump administration stopped grants to the pro-democracy media outlet over the weekendABC News - 3d -
NAACP president: Trump ‘deliberately dismantling the basic functions of our democracy’
Derrick Johnson, the president and CEO of the NAACP, said he believes President Trump is “deliberately dismantling the basic functions” of U.S. democracy. In a post on the social platform X, ...The Hill - 1d -
Federal judges raise alarm about security threats and impeachment calls
Two senior federal judges on Tuesday raised the alarm about the increase in violent threats against members of the judiciary and expressed concerns about calls to impeach judges over the rulings ...NBC News - Mar. 11 -
Murphy says Americans want Democrats to 'take risks right now' to 'save our democracy'
Sen. Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) said on Sunday that Americans want Democrats to “take risks right now” to “save our democracy” after internal party divisions over a funding bill. “While I totally ...The Hill - 5d -
The alarming detention of the Turkish president’s rival
Move against Istanbul mayor brings fears of authoritarian slide by ErdoğanFinancial Times - 2d -
Thousands protest in Israel over ‘attack on democracy’ by Netanyahu
Protesters accuse PM of continuing Gaza war for political reasons and ignoring plight of hostages still held by Hamas. Israel–Gaza war – latest updates Tens of thousands of Israelis have taken ...The Guardian - 1d -
Progressives sound alarm over detention of Palestinian activist
Progressives have emerged as the most aggressive voices condemning the detention of Palestinian activist and U.S. green card-holder Mahmoud Khalil, arguing that Democrats must unite in denouncing ...The Hill - Mar. 12 -
FedEx is the latest company to sound the alarm on the U.S. economy
FedEx cuts its profit outlook for the third time in a row, thanks to “continued weakness and uncertainty in the U.S. industrial economy.”MarketWatch - 1d -
Pro day press conferences
All the press conferences from pro day: Brady Cook, Theo Wease, Johnny Walker Jr., Armand Membou and Kristian WilliamsYahoo Sports - 12h -
Gal Gadot's Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremony crashed by pro-Palestine and pro-Israel protesters
Gal Gadot's Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremony was interrupted by Pro-Palestine and Pro-Israel protesters.Los Angeles Times - 3d -
Pitt Pro Day participants
Pitt will hold its annual Pro Day on Wednesday, March 26 at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex, with likely every team sending personnel of some variety. It's not a year in which there's a sure-fire ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Mahmoud Khalil’s treatment should not happen in a democracy | Moustafa Bayoumi
The Columbia University graduate’s arrest is an attempt to destroy free thinking while murdering due process. Forced disappearance, kidnapping, political imprisonment – take your pick. These terms ...The Guardian - Mar. 11 -
Schumer says America is in a constitutional crisis: ‘Our democracy is at risk’
In an exclusive interview with Meet the Press, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer tells Kristen Welker he believes America is in a constitutional crisis amid President Trump’s calls to impeach a ...NBC News - 1d -
Trump is abandoning democracy and freedom. That creates an opening for Europe – and Britain | Jonathan Freedland
Whether it’s sweeping up disgruntled US scientists or rejoining the EU, a bold Starmer must capitalise on Trump’s extremism. Thanks to Donald Trump, a vacancy is opening up in the international ...The Guardian - 15h -
In Turkey, Critics of Erdogan See Democracy Eroding After Istanbul Mayor’s Detention
Opponents say President Recep Tayyip Erdogan manipulates the courts and the media to tighten his grip on power, and now is trying to prevent a top contender from running for president.The New York Times - 1h -
Gold investing pros and cons to know as the price rises
Gold's price is on the rise. Is it still worth it to invest in the precious metal? Here are the pros and cons.CBS News - Mar. 10 -
Ravens bringing back Pro Bowl fullback Ricard
The Ravens re-signed Pro Bowl fullback Patrick Ricard to a one-year, full guaranteed deal.ESPN - Mar. 11 -
Alarmed by Trump, Poland Must Look at Nuclear Options, Premier Says
As President Trump casts doubt on U.S. alliances, Poland needs to double its military manpower and consider more destructive weapons, Prime Minister Donald Tusk said.The New York Times - Mar. 8 -
Watchdogs fired by Trump raise alarms over future of independent oversight
President Trump has fired several independent government watchdogs. They're now sharing warnings about what it could mean for federal oversight.CBS News - Mar. 9 -
How the gold bullion boom sent a US recession alarm blaring
Gold-adjusted GDP forecasts. Really!Financial Times - Mar. 10 -
Market alarms are flashing, and Citi’s latest downgrade adds fuel to the fire
Like other Wall Street banks, Citigroup is worried about the state of the U.S. economy, and recommend putting money elsewhere. For now.MarketWatch - Mar. 11 -
Why Trump's rapidly changing economic policies are raising stagflation alarms
If there was one thing President Donald Trump was supposed to represent to many voters, it was the prospect of an upturn in their economic fortunes.NBC News - Mar. 11 -
Environmental groups sound new alarm as fossil fuel lobby pushes for immunity
Nearly 200 groups urge Congress to reject fossil fuel industry immunity efforts, fearing long-term damage to climate lawsuits. Never miss global breaking news. Download our free app to keep up ...The Guardian - Mar. 13 -
Long Before She Was Charged With Murder, a Group of Men Had Raised an Alarm
“I told the judge, I told the D.A., that she was going to kill somebody,” said David Butler, one of several men who said they had been drugged and defrauded by the same woman in New Orleans.The New York Times - 20h -
Steelers brass skips Michigan pro day for Aaron Rodgers
Steelers check out Kenneth Grant at Michigan pro day.Yahoo Sports - 13h -
2025 NFL draft: Pro days schedule for college football prospects
The 2025 NFL combine is over, but draft prospects can still do testing before April's NFL draft at their pro days. Here's the 2025 pro day schedule:Yahoo Sports - 5d -
5 takeaways from Syracuse football's 2025 Pro Day
Justin Barron after Syracuse's 2025 Pro Day Aidan Tseng/The Juice Online-Rivals Syracuse hosted its annual football pro day on Monday. Here are five takeaways from the afternoon. LeQuint Allen ...Yahoo Sports - 4d -
How Europe can take up America’s mantle
The continent is an economic superpower but it now has to mobilise in defence of democracyFinancial Times - Mar. 11 -
Can Gaming Save the Apple Vision Pro?
A new patent could suggest that Apple may be ready to take VR gaming more seriously on the Apple Vision Pro—which is exactly what's needed to turn the device's fortunes around.Wired - Mar. 10 -
Nvidia launches Blackwell RTX Pro for workstations and servers
Nvidia today announced the Nvidia RTX Pro Blackwell series — a new generation of workstation and server graphics processing units. Nvidia said the GPUs redefine workflows for AI, technical, ...VentureBeat - 3d -
UCLA sued over attack on pro-Palestinian protesters
The University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) was sued Thursday over the clash at a pro-Palestinian encampment last spring that injured dozens of protesters. The civil rights lawsuit was filed ...The Hill - 19h -
Bills cut eight-time Pro Bowl pass rusher Miller
The Bills released eight-time Pro Bowl pass rusher Von Miller on Sunday.ESPN - Mar. 9