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Panama protests 'threat' of force as Trump pushed to reclaim canal
The Panamanian government formally raised concerns with the United Nations over President Trump’s threats to retake the Panama Canal, noting any threat of force would violate rules. In a letter to ...The Hill - Jan. 22 -
Far-right 'groomed' town during protests, ex-minister says
Lee Waters echoes calls to ban far-right groups such as those exposed by undercover BBC investigation.BBC News - Jan. 22 -
A$AP Rocky trial set to begin on charges he fired a gun at a former friend
Trial is set to begin with jury selection in a Los Angeles court for rapper A$AP Rocky, who is charged with firing a gun at a former friend in Hollywood in 2021ABC News - Jan. 21 -
Trump's inauguration brings supporters and protesters to Washington in droves
Thousands of people came to the nation's capital this weekend ahead of Trump's inauguration, ready to party or protest, despite the bitterly cold temperatures.NBC News - Jan. 20 -
Some Prominent Palestinian Prisoners Set to Be Released in the Israel-Hamas Cease-Fire Agreement
Israel is expected on Sunday to begin releasing more than 1,000 Palestinian prisoners, according to the terms of the cease-fire and hostage release agreement with Hamas.The New York Times - Jan. 20 -
Trump and Vance set to be sworn in
Trump will become the second president to serve non-consecutive terms and the first convicted felon.NBC News - Jan. 20 -
As Trump is inaugurated, activists ask: is there any point in mass protest?
Some say Trump part two needs a new strategy as ‘the novelty of mass mobilization has kind of worn off’. Donald Trump inauguration – live updates Prominent leftwing activists across the US say ...The Guardian - Jan. 20 -
Man admits to setting fire to building housing Wisconsin rep's office over TikTok ban
A man has admitted to setting fire to a building housing a House member from Wisconsin’s office over “recent talks of a TikTok ban,” according to local police. The 19-year-old man was caught Sunday ...The Hill - Jan. 20 -
TikTok Ban Behind Fire Set at a Mall With Congressman’s Office, Police Say
No one was injured. The building, which includes a district office of a Wisconsin congressman who has been a critic of TikTok, sustained moderate damage in the fire on Sunday.The New York Times - Jan. 19 -
Man charged with attempted murder after allegedly setting woman on fire at home south of Brisbane
Premier says alleged Kingston domestic violence incident has ‘rocked’ Queensland as woman, 34, remains in hospital. Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast A ...The Guardian - Jan. 19 -
Thousands protest in Washington against Trump as he prepares for inauguration
The march took place ahead of Trump's arrival to the nation's capital as he prepares to be sworn in on Monday.BBC News - Jan. 19 -
More than 70 arrested at London protest against Israel’s war in Gaza
Thousands gather in Whitehall and allegedly break through police line to advance to Trafalgar Square. More than 70 pro-Palestinian demonstrators were arrested in central London on Saturday on ...The Guardian - Jan. 18 -
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Indian police volunteer convicted of rape, murder of a trainee doctor that led to protests
An Indian court has found a police volunteer guilty of the rape and murder of a trainee doctor, a crime that sparked nationwide protests and hospital strikes last yearABC News - Jan. 18 -
Trump's second inauguration to see smaller protests and fewer Democratic boycotts
Democratic lawmakers who boycotted Trump's first inauguration say they feel compelled to go this time, while protests are expected to be a fraction of their 2017 size.NBC News - Jan. 18 -
Students lead massive protests in Serbia against state broadcaster and president
Tens of thousands of protesters led by university students have held a noisy rally outside Serbia’s state television headquarters in Belgrade to protest what they called the broadcaster’s ...ABC News - Jan. 17 -
Trump inauguration protests underscore how the resistance has changed
Protesters are set to descend on Washington, D.C., on Saturday ahead of President-elect Trump’s inauguration, an event that will lay bare how the resistance has changed in the eight years since he ...The Hill - Jan. 17 -
Driver rams into crowd of anti-government protesters in Serbia, injuring young woman
A driver rammed his car into a crowd and seriously injured a young woman during daily student-led protests and traffic blockades that have been held throughout Serbia following the collapse in ...ABC News - Jan. 16 -
Hundreds protest as Mozambique inaugurates a new president
Hundreds of supporters of Mozambique’s opposition protested as the country inaugurated a new president following disputed elections and deadly unrestABC News - Jan. 15 -
Arrests after Charles Darwin grave spray-painted by climate protesters
Two climate activists are in police custody for spraying chalk paint on the Westminster Abbey grave.BBC News - Jan. 13 -
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Tens of thousands protest in Romania’s capital against annulled presidential race
Tens of thousands protested in Romania’s capital against a top court’s decision last month to annul the presidential election after an outsider candidate unexpectedly emerged as the frontrunnerABC News - Jan. 12 -
Protesters stage blockade as AfD holds conference before German elections
Heavy police presence in place as far-right party meets in Saxony to finalise details of campaign platform. Thousands of people have demonstrated against a convention of the far-right Alternative ...The Guardian - Jan. 11 -
Protesters in Calais condemn UK policies to stop Channel crossings
Alliance of groups from across France call for measures to make crossings safer after 77 deaths recorded in 2024. More than 70 organisations from across France willcome together on Saturday to ...The Guardian - Jan. 11 -
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Far-right party's convention draws protests as Germany heads into election
A convention of a far-right party is being met by protests in Germany as it and other major parties launch their campaigns for the country’s election next monthABC News - Jan. 11 -
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Reform UK councillors resign in protest over Farage
A group of councillors in Derbyshire say the party "has lost its sense of direction" under Farage's leadership.BBC News - Jan. 11 -
Venezuela's Maduro takes new oath amid protests and international rebuke
Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has been sworn in to serve a third term despite credible evidence that his opponent won the July 2024 electionABC News - Jan. 10 -
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Trump supporters and protesters agree – sort of – on his sentencing: ‘the opposite of justice’
A small group of activists faced off outside court in Manhattan as the president-elect was sentenced to an ‘unconditional discharge’ in his hush-money case. Outside the lower Manhattan courthouse ...The Guardian - Jan. 10 -
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Inept arsonist set his own pants on fire in Australia
An alleged arsonist was forced to strip off their pants after they caught fire during an attempt to set fire to a fast-food outlet in Australia.NBC News - Jan. 10 -
Violent protests in China after student falls to his death
Protesters and police clash after a boy is found dead at his school dormitory.BBC News - Jan. 9 -
Venezuela’s Opposition Leader, Maria Corina Machado, Detained at Protest
Ms. Machado has garnered enormous support for her opposition to the country’s autocrat, Nicolás Maduro.The New York Times - Jan. 9 -
Prison considered charging inmates who burned themselves in protest for 'intolerable' conditions
Staffers at Red Onion State Prison in Virginia weighed whether to charge the inmates “thousands of dollars for the hospital and medical treatment,” according to emails obtained through a public ...NBC News - Jan. 8 -
ATF investigates tourist accused of setting businesses on fire in Puerto Rico
Authorities in Missouri and Puerto Rico are investigating an incident where several businesses on the island were allegedly set on fire by a tourist from Missouri; videos of the alleged event have ...NBC News - Jan. 8 -
Peter Hain urges South Africa to protest Afghanistan game at Champions Trophy
Anti-apartheid campaigner plea to governing body Women’s cricket team disbanded under Taliban rule The veteran anti-apartheid campaigner Peter Hain has called on Cricket South Africa to ...The Guardian - Jan. 8 -
Four San Diego fraternity members charged after setting member on fire
Men charged with felonies after skit leads to third-degree burns over 16% percent of pledge’s body, prosecutors say. Four fraternity members at San Diego State University are facing felony charges ...The Guardian - Jan. 7 -
Ex-adviser: Trump didn't promise to pardon all Jan. 6 protesters
One of President-elect Trump’s former campaign advisers said the incoming commander in chief didn’t promise to pardon all Capitol insurrectionists, as speculation swirls over how broad Trump's ...The Hill - Jan. 7