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Sectarian violence in Syria has been less intense than feared since Assad's ouster
The toppling of Bashar Assad has raised tentative hopes that Syrians might live peacefully and as equals after a half century of authoritarian ruleABC News - 1d -
At least 30 children die from drug shortages in Pakistan after sectarian violence
Key roads closed in Kurram, a hotbed of sectarian violence between Shia and Sunni Muslims for decades. At least 30 children have died due to drug shortages in part of north-west Pakistan after the ...The Guardian - 1d -
A toxic stew of grievance, violence and social media
It’s no wonder extreme ideas that used to be confined to the shadows now feel mainstream.The Hill - 2d -
'VPR' alum James Kennedy 'determined to learn, grow' after domestic violence arrest
James Kennedy says he is 'committed to making meaningful changes in my life' a week after he was arrested on suspicion of domestic violence in Burbank.Los Angeles Times - 3d -
Violence begets violence: Living in Donald Trump’s America
Now, with the federal government's weapons again at his command and with his new appointees willing to use them, Trump promises his own version of political violence — the unjustified use of ...The Hill - 4d -
'Vanderpump Rules' star James Kennedy says he's committed to change after domestic violence arrest
“Vanderpump Rules” star James Kennedy says he is determined to make meaningful changes after an arrest on suspicion of misdemeanor domestic violenceABC News - 4d -
Deadly violence in Nigeria linked to breakup of United Methodist Church over LGBTQ policies
United Methodist News Service reports that a religious schism has turned deadly in Nigeria, with a church member fatally shot and two young children killed as homes were set ablazeABC News - 4d -
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Gun Violence Around Schools Has Risen Since the Pandemic
But mass shootings remain a rare occurrence. Only a small fraction of the nation’s nearly 130,000 schools report gun incidents each year.The New York Times - 4d -
Pakistani air ambulance delivers medicines to violence-hit district as roads remain closed
A Pakistani charity has used an air ambulance to deliver medicines to a northwestern region where a doctor said 29 children had died in the past two monthsABC News - 4d -
National anti-violence activist David Hogg launches bid for DNC leadership
David Hogg, a survivor of the 2018 shooting at his high school in Parkland, Florida, has launched a bid to serve in Democratic National Committee leadership.NBC News - 5d -
Women speak of shocking sexual violence amid Sudan's raging civil war
Sudanese women tell Human Rights Watch that RSF paramilitaries, one side in a grueling civil war, are subjecting them to horrific sexual violence.CBS News - 6d -
Violence erupts in Glasgow ahead of Celtic v Rangers cup final
Police Scotland are using stop and search powers around the Celtic v Rangers game at Hampden Park.BBC News - 6d -
A new era of political violence is taking hold in America
Violent populism is growing as norms unravel and break downFinancial Times - Dec. 14 -
James Kennedy lawyers say 'no injuries' in 'Vanderpump Rules' star's domestic violence arrest
Attorneys for "Vanderpump Rules" star James Kennedy said there were no injuries in the incident that led to his arrest on suspicion of misdemeanor domestic violence earlier this week.NBC News - Dec. 14 -
U.S. couple killed while visiting violence-plagued part of Mexico
State prosecutors said the couple was traveling in a pickup truck in the municipality of Angamacutiro when they were shot and killed.CBS News - Dec. 13 -
'Vanderpump Rules' star James Kennedy arrested on suspicion of misdemeanor domestic violence
Police say “Vanderpump Rules” star James Kennedy has been arrested on suspicion of misdemeanor domestic violenceABC News - Dec. 13 -
Millions mark Mexico's Virgin of Guadalupe Day but calls for a truce in drug violence go unheeded
Millions of faithful have gathered to mark Mexico’s Virgin of Guadalupe Day, honoring the country's patronessABC News - Dec. 12 -
'Vanderpump Rules' alum James Kennedy arrested in Burbank on suspicion of domestic violence
James Kennedy, a longtime cast member of Bravo's 'Vanderpump Rules,' was arrested and booked on suspicion of misdemeanor domestic violence Tuesday, The Times has confirmed.Los Angeles Times - Dec. 12 -
FBI Didn’t Instruct Informants to Encourage Violence on Jan. 6, Report Says
The review acknowledged that several informants were in Washington on Jan. 6, but said that only a handful were collecting information for the F.B.I. that day, contrary to conspiracy theories.The New York Times - Dec. 12 -
Ocasio-Cortez: People experience denied claims as 'act of violence'
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) said denied claims from a health insurance company could be interpreted by people struggling to afford health-related costs as "an act of violence" against ...The Hill - Dec. 12 -
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'Vanderpump Rules' star James Kennedy arrested on suspicion of domestic violence
“Vanderpump Rules” star James Kennedy was arrested this week on suspicion of misdemeanor domestic violence, police said.NBC News - Dec. 12 -
Brain injuries often go unrecognized among domestic violence victims
The dangers of concussion are known but the brain injuries of survivors of domestic violence often go undiagnosed and untreated. Doctors are trying to change that.NBC News - Dec. 12 -
Gunmen kill a judge outside a court building in the violence-torn Mexican resort of Acapulco
Gunmen have shot to death a state judge outside a court building in the violence-wracked Pacific coast resort of Acapulco in MexicoABC News - Dec. 11 -
A vote without a vote: the Saudi World Cup is an act of violence and disdain | Barney Ronay
The shamelessness of Fifa’s process was fully on show in Zurich during a display of contempt for governance, democracy, love, hope and good sense. Well, that’s that then. In the event there were ...The Guardian - Dec. 11 -
Inside the 10-year-old's life of violence and torture
The 10-year-old was sassy, bubbly and dreamed of being on X Factor, but behind closed doors she was brutally beaten. Why could no-one save her?BBC News - Dec. 11 -
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The Syria Opportunity
The end of al-Assad’s wretched regime unlocks many doors.The New York Times - Dec. 10 -
Domestic violence survivors receive treatment for brain injuries
The Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute at West Virginia University is working to treat domestic violence survivors for any brain injuries. NBC News’ Kate Snow spoke with a survivor who is receiving ...NBC News - Dec. 10 -
Police in Kenya hurl tear gas at protesters angry about gender-based violence
Police in Kenya’s capital have hurled tear gas canisters at hundreds of protesters angry about gender-based violence and femicide or the killing of womenABC News - Dec. 10 -
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As India-Bangladesh Tensions Rise, So Do Fears of Tit-for-Tat Violence
A diplomatic dispute over claims of persecution of Bangladeshi Hindus threatens to upend Bangladesh’s interim government.The New York Times - Dec. 6 -
‘An act of rebellion’: Haitian theatre persists amid political crisis and violence
Thespians recognize continuing to rehearse is a perilous business – but they are determined to fight on . In a dimly lit rehearsal room in a city under attack, Jenny Cadet raised an imaginary ...The Guardian - Dec. 6 -
AI-Powered Robots Can Be Tricked Into Acts of Violence
Researchers hacked several robots infused with large language models, getting them to behave dangerously—and pointing to a bigger problem ahead.Wired - Dec. 4 -
Moscow claims ‘external forces’ seeking to escalate violence in Syria
Statement comes as Ukrainian intelligence says Russia will send mercenaries to support flagging troops allied to Damascus. Moscow has condemned “external forces” seeking to escalate violence in ...The Guardian - Dec. 4 -
One City’s Approach to Tackling Domestic Violence
San Antonio has long had a high rate of family violence. An unusual court is trying to intervene before the violence turns deadly.The New York Times - Dec. 3 -
Francesca Eastwood won't be charged with felony domestic violence, D.A. says
Francesca Eastwood, actor and director Clint Eastwood's daughter, will not be charged following her October arrest on suspicion of felony domestic violence.Los Angeles Times - Dec. 3 -
Sexual Violence in War Is Not Inevitable
Understanding and addressing the underlying beliefs and values that drive behavior in combat is crucial.The New York Times - Dec. 2
