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Funeral for activist turns into call for justice for other missing Syrians
Hundreds of Syrians marched through central Damascus in a funeral procession for one of the country's most prominent anti-government activists, whose body was found after the ouster of President ...ABC News - Dec. 12 -
Young Koreans, Seeing Democracy at Stake, Take to the Streets
South Korea’s night of martial law was a jolt for some members of a generation accused of political apathy. They say they aren’t going away.The New York Times - Dec. 12 -
Activists sentenced over milk pouring stunts
The pair stole milk and caused damage in Fortnum & Mason and Selfridges on 7 October 2022.BBC News - Dec. 12 -
Young stings MSG again with midcourt celebration
Trae Young relished his role as the villain at Madison Square Garden again, celebrating the Hawks' NBA Cup quarterfinal victory over the Knicks by pretending to roll dice at center court.ESPN - Dec. 12 -
Mazen al-Hamada, Syrian Pro-Democracy Activist, Is Mourned at Funeral
Mazen al-Hamada spread the word about the plight of Syrians and his own abuse in the Assad regime’s prisons. He was found dead in Syria this week.The New York Times - Dec. 12 -
Mace, activist dispute handshake that resulted in arrest
A disputed handshake is at the center of a Tuesday incident involving Rep. Nancy Mace (R-S.C.) that resulted in an Illinois man’s arrest, according to a police report and a witness who spoke to The ...The Hill - Dec. 11 -
Sharks Place Young Defenseman On Waivers For Contract Termination
The San Jose Sharks have placed a prospect on waivers for the purpose of terminating his contract.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 11 -
This Ohio-Hating Michigan Democrat Has Thoughts on Why Her Party Lost
Kristen McDonald Rivet won a tough House race in a heavily white, working-class area even as many Democrats in such places lost. In an interview, she warned against a “tone-deaf” economic message.The New York Times - Dec. 11 -
Walking Dead actor Danai Gurira inspires African playwrights with Zimbabwe workshops
Television and film star, who wrote first play to premiere on Broadway with all female and black cast and creatives, hopes writers’ conference will bring on new talent. A group of upcoming ...The Guardian - Dec. 11 -
Poet and activist Nikki Giovanni dies at age 81
Nikki Giovanni, who gained fame over her long career as a poet, author and public speaker, has died at the age of 81. She was the subject of the recent Emmy-winning documentary, "Going to Mars."CBS News - Dec. 10 -
Poet and activist Nikki Giovanni, the 'Princess of Black Poetry,' dies at 81
Nikki Giovanni, a prominent poet, civil rights activist and educator, has died at 81. 'We will forever be grateful for the unconditional time she gave to us.'Los Angeles Times - Dec. 10 -
Why radio icon Delilah does almost all her shopping at thrift stores
The ‘queen of sappy love songs,’ who has 8 million listeners, tells MarketWatch she’d rather put her money to use for charitable purposesMarketWatch - Dec. 10 -
Choosing a Watch for a Young Man Isn’t Easy
These parents decided a watch would be a good 18th birthday gift. Then their search began.The New York Times - Dec. 10 -
Activists Call on Biden to Clear Death Row Before Trump Takes Office
The series of open letters from human rights activists and former corrections officials aligned with a larger push from Democrats for sweeping clemency action for those in prison.The New York Times - Dec. 9 -
Macy’s Pushed to Find Options for Bloomingdale’s and Bluemercury by Activist Investor
Barington Capital wants the storied retailer to spin off the two chains and get more value out of its real estate.Inc. - Dec. 9 -
Young meteorologist meets his idol, Jim Cantore
Ethan Clark gained a huge following for his accurate weather updates, earning him a top civilian honor in North Carolina and a meeting with his hero, Jim Cantore.CBS News - Dec. 9 -
‘Beyond our dreams’: exiled Syrian activists set sights on returning home
Fall of Bashar al-Assad’s regime marks end of a chapter for citizens that began with Arab spring uprising. Nasma and Haleem Kawas met during the first protests in Aleppo against Bashar al-Assad’s ...The Guardian - Dec. 9 -
Boy, 15, crowned Britain's top young strongman
Keenan Pearson, 15, from Flimby, weightlifts his way to national glory despite being a novice.BBC News - Dec. 7 -
Video shows lumber truck on overpass losing load, sending building material onto car below
Video shows the terrifying moment a load of lumber fell off a truck driving on an overpass in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, hitting a car below and pushing it off the road. The driver who caught the ...CBS News - Dec. 6 -
Oklahoma officer charged for slamming 71-year-old man onto ground in traffic stop
The Oklahoma City police officer who slammed a 71-year-old man onto the ground after a traffic stop has been charged with one count of aggravated assault and battery, the local district attorney ...NBC News - Dec. 6 -
Belarus seeks to copy neighboring Russia’s repressive LGBTQ+ policies, activists say
Yahoo News - Dec. 6 -
Woman accused of sneaking onto Delta flight appears in front of New York judge
The woman accused of sneaking onto a transatlantic Delta Air Lines flight to Paris last week appeared in front of a federal judge in New York City on Thursday. CBS News New York reporter Elijah ...CBS News - Dec. 5 -
A man 'leapt' onto a polar bear to protect his wife during rare attack in Canada
A man who “leapt” onto a polar bear when it lunged at his wife during a rare attack earlier this week was seriously injured but is expected to recover, tribal authorities in Canada said.NBC News - Dec. 5 -
Trans rights activists protest Capitol bathroom ban
Transgender rights activists including Chelsea Manning, a former U.S. army intelligence analyst and whistleblower, took to Capitol Hill on Thursday in protest of a new policy barring trans people ...The Hill - Dec. 5 -
Roommate Convicted in Murder of Kenyan Gay Rights Activist
Edwin Chiloba’s body was found stuffed inside a metal box by the roadside last year. A high court judge did not give a motive but said his roommate carried out the murder.The New York Times - Dec. 5 -
Texas investigation fails to identify, punish fans who threw debris onto field during Georgia game
The University of Texas was fined $250,000 after the incidentCBS Sports - Dec. 5 -
Housemate convicted of horrific murder of Kenyan LGBT activist
Yahoo News - Dec. 5 -
Trio shortlisted for Young Sports Personality award
Sky Brown, William Ellard and Luke Littler are on the shortlist for BBC Young Sports Personality of the Year.BBC News - Dec. 5 -
After arrest in killing of Arizona dancer found in burning car, her family still has many questions
Following an arrest in the 2023 killing of Mercedes Vega, her mother still remains far from understanding the grim circumstances surrounding the slaying.NBC News - Dec. 5 -
A court in Kenya finds a housemate guilty in the killing of an LGBTQ activist
A court in Kenya has found the housemate of an LBGTQ activist guilty of murder in the killing of the activist, whose body was discovered stashed in a metal box two years agoABC News - Dec. 4 -
A court in Kenya finds a housemate guilty in the killing of an LGBTQ activist
Yahoo News - Dec. 4 -
The Switch Up — Activists say AIDS-free generation on the horizon
The World Health Organization established World AIDS Day on Dec. 1, 1988. Thousands were contracting HIV, the virus that causes AIDS. Since the first AIDS case was reported in 1981, some 25 million ...The Hill - Dec. 4 -
Activist shareholder intensifies campaign for Rio to quit London
Palliser Capital says dual structure has been an ‘unmitigated failure’ that cost shareholders $50bn of valueFinancial Times - Dec. 4 -
Bryce Young Was Benched. Now He’s Experiencing a Revival.
After early chaos in Carolina, the former No. 1 pick has settled in, a columnist for The Athletic writes.The New York Times - Dec. 4 -
The dominance of young Derrick Henry
Before he became a generational star, Derrick Henry was trying to convince the world he could play running back.ESPN - Dec. 3 -
Israel says it will hold Lebanon responsible if ceasefire collapses
Minister’s vow to ‘go deeper’ if hostilities resume comes after deadly Israeli air strikes severely test truceFinancial Times - Dec. 3 -
Zimbabwe court rules against law that denies abortion to marital rape victims and girls below 18
A Zimbabwean High Court judge has ruled that provisions of a law that deny abortion services to women raped by their husbands and girls under the age of 18 are unconstitutionalABC News - Dec. 3 -
Zimbabwe court rules against law that denies abortion to marital rape victims and girls below 18
A Zimbabwean High Court judge has ruled that provisions of a law that deny abortion services to women raped by their husbands and girls under the age of 18 are unconstitutionalABC News - Dec. 3 -
'Scandal's' Bellamy Young: Domestic abuse can happen at any age. My mom was in her 80s
In a guest column, the 'Scandal' actor recounts her late mother's experience with elder domestic abuse and urges readers to seek help if they're in need.Los Angeles Times - Dec. 3 -
Old convictions are holding too many back
Criminal records should be reformed to offer employers a better, fairer way to assess potential hiresFinancial Times - Dec. 3
