Political Violence Surge

Gang coalition in Haiti spreads violence to Port-au-Prince neighborhood, setting fire to homes

A gang coalition has reinforced its attacks on one of the few communities in Haiti’s capital not under control of criminal groups, seeking to take it over

World - ABC News - 5 days ago

On the anti-youth violence frontline: how outreach workers fight to save children from crime

Targeted youth workers in hospitals and police stations can make a huge difference in a young person’s life – but there are fears their funding is at risk. It’s 2pm on a Friday at a south London ...

World - The Guardian - 4 days ago

Election win for Russia-friendly party in Georgia sets the stage for protests and possible violence

Mass protests are expected in the Georgian capital of Tbilisi after the ruling, Russia-friendly party Georgian Dream claimed victory in a contentious election.

Business - CNBC - 3 days ago

Threat actors likely to take advantage of election fraud claims to fuel violence, bulletin warns

The bulletin was published Monday by the Department of Homeland Security.

Los Angeles mayor: Police on 'alert' after looting, violence following Dodgers Word Series win

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass said local police are on “alert” after looting and violence occurred across the city following the Los Angeles Dodgers's World Series win. “As we celebrate this ...

Politics - The Hill - 8 hours ago

$Alex Salmond: Champion of independence leaves a fractured political legacy$

Alex Salmond: Champion of independence leaves a fractured political legacy

Alex Salmond, who has died at the age of 69, led the SNP into power and through the 2014 referendum.

Florida Democrat: Sexism and racism 'still exist' in US politics

Rep. Maxwell Frost (D-Fla.) said Sunday he thinks sexism and racism “still exist” in U.S. politics, and it’s reflected in Vice President Harris’s run for office. Frost joined CBS News’s “Face the ...

Politics - The Hill - October 13

Where Speaker Johnson sees the GOP's path to victory: From the Politics Desk

House Speaker Mike Johnson sees traditionally Democratic constituencies as key to Republicans' path to power in Washington this election.

America Is on the Brink of a Great Political Realignment. It’s Already Visible in Arizona.

He and his acolytes purged the G.O.P. to make it smaller and more strident.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 14

Eskom’s 36% Price Hike Call Blamed on South African Politics

World - Yahoo News - October 15

Venezuela’s New Comedians Are Using Political Satire to Laugh Amid the Pain

A generation that fled political persecution and economic hardship is finding a way to laugh amid the pain.

World - The New York Times - October 15

Political Infighting Hampers Ukraine’s Efforts to Avert Energy Crisis

Top energy officials have fallen and key energy policy decisions have been delayed because of political calculations, lawmakers and experts say, costing Ukraine valuable time in preparing for winter.

World - The New York Times - October 15

House Republican fights for his political life in Arizona swing district

Rep. Dave Schweikert (R-Ariz.) is fighting for his political life in a key Arizona swing district, in what observers say will likely be the most competitive race of his years-long career. ...

Politics - The Hill - October 15

With Trump Facing Threats, Security and Politics Intersect as Never Before

After two assassination attempts and amid threats from Iran, Donald Trump relies for his safety on the same agencies that he has long assailed as part of a hostile deep state.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 15

Harris faces historic challenge in running as a sitting VP: From the Politics Desk

Kamala Harris is the third presidential nominee in the last half-century to run as a sitting vice president, presenting unique challenges for her campaign.

Trump Escalates Threats to Political Opponents He Deems the ‘Enemy’

Never before has a presidential nominee openly suggested turning the military on Americans simply because they oppose his candidacy. With voting underway, Donald Trump has turned to dark vows of ...

Top stories - The New York Times - October 16

SpaceX sues California regulators over rejected launches, claiming political bias

SpaceX filed a lawsuit against a California commission Tuesday, accusing members of political bias after they rejected the aerospace company’s request to allow more rocket launches from an air base ...

Politics - The Hill - October 16

Anti-whaling activist held in Greenland appeals for political asylum in France

Paul Watson of the Sea Shepherd organisation faces extradition to Japan after arrest in Nuuk in July. Paul Watson, the anti-whaling activist detained in Greenland and awaiting possible extradition ...

World - The Guardian - October 16

Elon Musk’s SpaceX accuses California of political bias over launch limits

Company sues after coastal commission cited CEO’s spread of misinformation on X in rejecting company’s proposal. Elon Musk ’s SpaceX has sued a California commission in federal court, accusing it ...

World - The Guardian - October 16

GOP megadonors open their wallets for Trump: From the Politics Desk

Repubicans megadonors are opening their wallets for super PACs backing Donald Trump, while Democrats maintain their House and Senate fundraising advantage.

From This Pennsylvania Swing County, the Truth About American Politics in 2024

The people in Riegelsville, Pa., expressed two shockingly different visions of what a president should be.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 17

Chiefs owner backs Harrison Butker’s political push for ‘traditional values’

Kicker has formed a political action committee Butker has praised women staying at home The owner of the Kansas City Chiefs said on Wednesday that he has no issue with kicker Harrison Butker ...

World - The Guardian - October 17

A top Hamas political official confirms the death of the group's leader, Yahya Sinwar

World - ABC News - October 18

Mark Strong and Lesley Manville make ancient tragedy 'Oedipus' a political thriller

One of the most basic questions in the world is “Who are you?”