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Shui Ka-chun, Hong Kong Activist, Dies

A social worker and teacher imprisoned for his activism, he later wrote about the toll of incarceration and worked to help others behind bars.

The New York Times - 1h

A Far-Right Government in Austria Would Be a Jolt, but Not Unexpected

The Freedom Party and its leader, Herbert Kickl, have steadily built support by demonizing immigrants, while entering Austria’s political mainstream.

The New York Times - 2d

Musk interviews German far-right frontwoman

The world's richest man takes his endorsement of Germany's far-right party to a new level.

BBC News - 13h

Anita Bryant, anti-gay rights activist and singer, dead at 84

Anita Bryant Dry, known popularly Anita Bryant — a singer and crusader against the progress of gay rights — has died at the age of 84, her family announced in an obituary.

The Hill - 15h

It Is Tearing Me Up Not to Be in L.A. Right Now

Los Angeles may have a reputation for being superficial, but it is in fact a territory that might, at any moment, upend (or even end) your life.

The New York Times - 1d

This 77-year-old climate activist should never have been jailed – and now faces a Kafkaesque struggle to get out | Zoe Williams

A failure of justice, and draconian Tory law, put Gaie Delap in prison. A failure of government is keeping her there. Gaie Delap will turn 78 on Friday, in Eastwood Park prison, Gloucestershire. ...

The Guardian - 1d

Fund managers to warn FCA over US activist’s plans to shake up UK trusts

Saba Capital has taken stakes in seven trusts and called on investors to vote for changes to their boards

Financial Times - 1d

'I thought I was going to die': Jailed Venezuelan activist details brutality of prison life

Hundreds were arrested in protests after Nicolás Maduro claimed victory in last year's contested presidential election.

BBC News - 1d

Cartel threatens to kill famed singer: "Last time you will receive a warning"

Photos of a banner threatening the lives of Natanael Cano and several other artists circulated on social media over the weekend.

CBS News - 2d

How Mark Zuckerberg pivoted Meta to the right

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg said Tuesday that he was ending professional fact-checking on Facebook and Instagram.

NBC News - 2d

Gaza Cola launched by Palestinian activist to rebuild destroyed hospital

Sales of fizzy drink from London hoped to raise money and send a message to big firms ‘investing in armed trade’. Gaza’s healthcare is on the brink of “total collapse” , according to the UN, ...

The Guardian - 2d

Mexico offers protection to famed corridos singer after drug cartel death threats

Authorities in Mexico are offering famed corridos singer Natanael Cano and other artists state protection after a drug cartel in northern Mexico publicly threatened them, prosecutors say

ABC News - 2d

Peter Yarrow, folk singer of Peter, Paul and Mary fame, dies at 86

Folk singer Peter Yarrow — writer of the timeless classic "Puff the Magic Dragon" and one-third of the legendary folk trio Peter, Paul and Mary — died Tuesday, a family representative said.

NBC News - 2d

Austria’s far-right leader to invite centre right for coalition talks

Herbert Kickl’s move could pave way for anti-immigration, pro-Kremlin Freedom party to govern country. The leader of Austria’s anti-immigration, pro-Kremlin Freedom party has said he intends to ...

The Guardian - 3d

Can Kemi Badenoch unite the right in Britain?

After a brutal election defeat, the Conservatives are now fighting with Reform to defend their place as the UK’s main opposition party

Financial Times - 3d

Far Right Gets Chance to Form Government in Austria

The Freedom Party was tasked with trying to form the nation’s first far-right-led government since World War II, adding to the trend of anti-immigrant and populist parties gaining ground across ...

The Wall Street Journal - 4d

Why climate activists are becoming more radicalized (and why that’s not a bad thing)

So, how can we make sense of what comes next for the climate movement by looking back to the Civil Rights Movement?

The Hill - 4d

Sabres Top Prospect Is Dominating The AHL Right Now

This Sabres prospect is continuing to thrive in the AHL.

Yahoo Sports - 4d

What are my rights if my home is flooded or damaged?

Your rights explained as residents and businesses count the cost of storm damage.

BBC News - 4d

The infighting propelling Austria’s far right to power

Failed coalition talks and power play pave way for Herbert Kickl to become chancellor

Financial Times - 4d

Austria’s new centre-right leader open to coalition with far right

Christian Stocker signalled willingness to share power with Freedom party after resignation of Chancellor

Financial Times - 5d

Sabres Should Extend Surging Forward Right Now

The Sabres forward is making a serious case for a contract extension.

Yahoo Sports - 6d

Soul singer Brenton Wood, behind the 1967 hit Oogum Boogum Song, dies aged 83

Born Alfred Jesse Smith, his smash title has repeatedly been used in film and television shows. The soul singer Brenton Wood has died at the age of 83, TMZ and Variety reported. Wood’s manager, ...

The Guardian - 6d

Argentina Man Arrested After Being Charged with Supplying Drugs to Liam Payne Before Singer's Shocking Death

Yahoo News - 6d

Climate group calls for Biden to pardon activists for museum demonstrations

An international climate advocacy organization called on President Biden to pardon four activists charged with felonies in connection with climate demonstrations before leaving office. Two of the ...

The Hill - 6d

Wayne Osmond, singer and guitarist for The Osmonds, dies at 73

NEW YORK — Wayne Osmond, a singer, guitarist and founding member of the million-selling family act The Osmonds, who were known for such 1970s teen hits as “One Bad Apple,” “Yo-Yo” and “Down By the ...

NBC News - Jan. 3

Wayne Osmond, Singer and Guitarist With the Osmonds, Dies at 73

Mr. Osmond was a founding member of the family pop group, which had a slew of hits in the 1970s, including “One Bad Apple” and “Yo-Yo.”

The New York Times - Jan. 3

Wayne Osmond, singer and guitarist for The Osmonds, is dead at 73

Wayne Osmond, a singer, guitarist and founding member of the million-selling family act The Osmonds, has died

ABC News - Jan. 2

Wayne Osmond, Osmond Brothers singer and guitarist, dies at 73

Wayne Osmond, the fourth oldest of the nine Osmond children and brother to famed musical duo Donny and Marie Osmond, died Wednesday, his daughter said. He was 73.

Los Angeles Times - Jan. 2

Israel's judiciary reins in far-right police minister

Yahoo News - Jan. 2

Stephen Curry called the Warriors 'very average,' but even that's a stretch right now

The Warriors' hot start is looking like a mirage as reality sets in for Golden State

CBS Sports - Jan. 2

Trans rights to be marquee fight for House Republicans

How the GOP is responding to Rep.-elect Sarah McBride, the first openly transgender House member, is a preview of what’s to come.

Politico - Jan. 2

Activist investors give Japan a wake-up call

A critical mass of shareholder activists are forcing companies to adjust

Financial Times - Jan. 2

A quarter of a century on: what we got right and wrong about sport’s future

From VAR to the rise of women’s sport, the media’s finest were hit and miss in predicting how things would develop. Imagine tumbling back in time to 1 January, 2000. You pick up the 70p Saturday ...

The Guardian - Jan. 2

‘I was very lucky’: activist and blogger Lu Yuyu on escaping China

Released from prison in 2020 after being jailed for ‘picking quarrels and provoking trouble’, he became increasingly desperate to leave – before seizing his opportunity. As he trekked up the lush ...