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19 hours ago

This is lawfare': Kenya weaponising the law' to silence critics and protesters

"When I got close to my neighbourhood in Kihoto estate, some police officers found me and arrested me along with others. They were picking anybody they saw off the streets and arresting them."
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fromwww.theguardian.com
22 hours ago

How a teenage bullying incident spiralled into city-wide protests in China

On 2 August, a video appeared online, showing a group of teenage girls kicking, slapping and mocking another girl, later revealed to be aged 14, in an abandoned building in Jiangyou.
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fromPsychology Today
7 hours ago

Beware of the 'H-Word'

The H-word is an emotionally charged vehicle of hate. The more we say it, the more we do it.
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fromFortune
8 hours ago

The Social Security tsunami: Payments could be cut by 23%, doubling the poverty rate for America's seniors

Social Security's Old-Age and Survivors Insurance Trust Fund will deplete by 2033, potentially reducing benefits for recipients.
fromKqed
4 days ago

Thousands of Once-Secret Police Records Are Now Public. Here's How You Can Use Them | KQED

Cephus Johnson emphasizes the vital role of the newly accessible database for families who have lost loved ones to police violence, stating, 'For impacted families, the first question is: 'What happened?'' This resource allows them to obtain crucial information about the incidents without wading through the frustrating processes previously required.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
9 hours ago

Man jailed for life after murdering ex-fiancee in luxury hotel

A man has been jailed for life for the rape and murder of his ex-fiancee, Samantha Mickleburgh.
fromwww.amny.com
4 hours ago

PHOTOS: Protesters gather to denounce federal agents at 26 Federal Plaza | amNewYork

Protesters gathered at 26 Federal Plaza to denounce ICE activity as a man was detained by ICE, highlighting the growing tensions surrounding immigration enforcement.
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2 days ago
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I am one of the last of the Abuelas the grandmothers still searching for Argentina's disappeared'. I'm 87, but I will never give up

fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago
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I am one of the last of the Abuelas the grandmothers still searching for Argentina's disappeared'. I'm 87, but I will never give up

fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events
4 hours ago

Mexico City's Muac damaged during anti-gentrification protest

"Lack of affordable new housing, urban planning issues, touristification through platforms like Airbnb and digital nomads are key drivers," Arturo Aispuro, an urban planning expert, tells The Art Newspaper.
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fromQNS
8 hours ago

Elmhurst man faces life in prison for murder of 3-year-old son at family shelter in old Pan American Hotel: DA - QNS

An Elmhurst man faces 32 years to life in prison for the murder of his 3-year-old son due to severe child abuse.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
8 hours ago

Madrid cultural diversity festival ban is ideological, its organisers claim

Madrid city council banned the Kupula Moves festival citing public disorder and noise complaints, despite its peaceful history since 2013.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 hours ago

No Puppies for Child Sex Traffickers: Ghislaine Maxwell Denied Key Perk at Her New Cushy Prison Camp'

Ghislaine Maxwell is serving a 20-year sentence for sex trafficking but will not participate in a service dog program due to her crimes.
fromBusiness Insider
4 hours ago

Diddy's bid to avoid prison: He'll become a domestic abuse counselor

Sean 'Diddy' Combs intends to become an anti-domestic violence advocate as part of his efforts to avoid prison time following his conviction for prostitution-related offenses.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 hours ago

Defendant who dumped soiled adult nappies outside nurseries avoids jail term

Defendant Abbi Taylor received a suspended sentence after multiple assaults while in custody, despite dumping soiled adult nappies outside children's nurseries.
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fromVulture
9 hours ago

The Chimp Crazy Lady Is Headed to Federal Prison

Tonia Haddix was sentenced to 46 months in prison for perjury and obstruction of justice related to her treatment of chimpanzees.
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fromwww.dw.com
6 hours ago

Spain ombudsman probes town's ban on Muslim celebrations DW 08/08/2025

Jumilla local authorities banned Muslims from using public facilities to celebrate religious festivals.
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fromThe Mercury News
9 hours ago

Livermore man agrees to 4-year prison term for brutal encampment assault

Terry Pugh accepted a four-year prison sentence for assault, following a brutal attack on his girlfriend, reduced by half with good behavior.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
9 hours ago

Livermore man agrees to 4-year prison term for brutal encampment assault

Pugh was accused of sexually assaulting, choking, beating, and threatening his girlfriend after getting jealous that she'd allegedly been with another man at the Livermore encampment where they lived.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
18 hours ago

When a journalist uses AI to interview a dead child, isn't it time to ask what the boundaries should be? | Gaby Hinsliff

Joaquin Oliver's parents use AI to recreate his voice for advocacy against gun violence.
#racism
fromIndependent
8 hours ago
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'We are not here to take anything away' - Ireland's Indian citizens speak out amid rise in racial attacks

Racially motivated attacks on Indian citizens have increased in Ireland.
fromVulture
3 days ago
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Zero Tolerance

Baldwin highlighted the profound humiliations faced by Black Americans, countering Buckley's dismissive view of Black economic progress.
fromIndependent
8 hours ago
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'We are not here to take anything away' - Ireland's Indian citizens speak out amid rise in racial attacks

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9 months ago

Ukrainian reporter Roshchyna dies in Russian detention DW 10/16/2024

Viktoria Roshchyna repeatedly put herself in danger to report on people in the occupied territories of her homeland. She paid for her courage with her life.
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fromwww.berkeleyside.org
8 hours ago

Unionized Berkeley REI workers get pay raises after Labor Board claimed they were shut out

REI has reached a labor agreement that provides retroactive bonuses and pay raises to workers at the Berkeley store.
fromwww.theguardian.com
16 hours ago

Rupert Lowe reports charity rowers to coastguard as possible illegal migrants'

Rupert Lowe mistakenly identified a rowing crew, including a former Royal Marine, as illegal migrants, causing a significant public and media reaction around his actions.
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1 day ago

Diversity Think Tank: Divesting from inclusion is a tech business mistake | Computer Weekly

Inclusion programs aim to create supportive workplaces by embracing diverse perspectives and recognizing differences in race, gender, and background.
fromTruthout
1 day ago

The Late Patty Berne Was a Visionary Leader in the Disability Justice Movement

Patty Berne was a visionary leader and a primary architect of the Disability Justice movement, significantly impacting disability history.
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fromTruthout
1 day ago

Public Assemblies Strengthen Community Resistance to Rising Authoritarianism

The People's Movement Assembly process enables the creation of a new form of democracy by fostering community engagement.
fromTruthout
1 day ago

Pro-Palestine Activists Win $100k Settlement From University of Maryland

"This legal victory reaffirms our protected rights to protest and speak out against the US-Israeli genocide of Palestinians - and we will keep exercising those rights," said Daniela Colombi, a UMD SJP member.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

It's about justice': the couple pushing for legal aid for Windrush scandal claims

Hetticia and Vanderbilt McIntosh had their UK status revoked in the 1970s and 1980s, through no fault of their own. The married parents of three were forced to start again in St Lucia, more than 4,000 miles away.
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fromTheregister
1 day ago

Amnesty slams X for 'central role' in fueling UK violence

Elon Musk's X platform contributed to the spread of misinformation that incited violence following the Southport murders.
fromBusiness Matters
1 day ago

Horizon victim Lee Castleton sues Post Office and Fujitsu for 4.5m in landmark legal claim

Lee Castleton has launched a £4.5 million lawsuit against the Post Office and Fujitsu, alleging malicious conduct and abuse of process.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Zadie Smith, Michael Rosen, Irvine Welsh and Jeanette Winterson sign letter calling for Israel boycott

Over 200 writers demand a boycott of Israel until Gaza receives adequate food, water, and aid amid rising hunger-related deaths.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Catastrophe! Heroism! Paranoia! The dangerous romance of survivalist stories

Kurt Saxon, the father of survivalism, predicted America's collapse and promoted self-sufficiency amid rising societal fears.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Alan Dershowitz Gets Yelled Out of Farmer's Market: My Grandparents Died in the Holocaust, Don't You Call Me an Anti-Semite!'

Alan Dershowitz confronted a vendor in Martha's Vineyard after being refused pierogies, escalating tensions over anti-Zionist sentiments.
#animal-cruelty
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fromIntelligencer
1 day ago

Why Are There Betting Markets for Dildo-Throwing at WNBA Games?

Dildo incidents at WNBA games have inspired copycat actions, prompting arrests and betting opportunities based on these occurrences.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 day ago

Disgusting' drunk who sexually assaulted teenage girl, 17, and woman on a bus is jailed

Graeme Hicks, 33, was sentenced to over five years for sexually assaulting two women and assaulting a police officer.
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2 days ago

SOLVE Calls to Protect Multiracial Democracy on VRA Anniversary

The Voting Rights Act of 1965, celebrating its 60th anniversary, is crucial for protecting minority voting rights amidst ongoing discriminatory practices.
#activism
fromNon Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly
2 days ago

What's Next? Why Co-ops Are Essential in the Fight for Democracy - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Billionaires and austerity threaten structural transformation, compelling movements to seek new cooperative economic models for long-term change.
#immigration
fromTruthout
2 days ago
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Miccosukee Tribe Lawsuit Challenges Environmental Harm at "Alligator Alcatraz"

fromTruthout
2 days ago
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Miccosukee Tribe Lawsuit Challenges Environmental Harm at "Alligator Alcatraz"

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fromPitchfork
2 days ago

Topshelf Records Launches Donation Initiative for Aid in Gaza

Final stage famine in Gaza is escalating, confirmed as a man-made crisis exacerbated by international support.
fromESPN.com
3 days ago

Svitolina faces abuse after loss, blames bettors

"To all the bettors: I'm a mum before I'm an athlete. The way you talk to women - to mothers - is SHAMEFUL. If your mothers saw your messages, they'd be disgusted."
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fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Former Alligator Alcatraz' Corrections Officer Describes Inhumane' Conditions: Like An Oversized Kennel'

Conditions at the Alligator Alcatraz ICE detention facility are reported as miserable and inhumane by a former employee.
fromCbsnews
2 days ago

Advocates rally for Ryder's Law after carriage horse collapses and dies in NYC

Carriage horse Lady died after collapsing in Hell's Kitchen, prompting calls for increased animal welfare and support for Ryder's Law.
fromThe Mercury News
2 days ago

Contra Costa classroom aide caught with 'prepubescent girl sex doll,' police say

A middle school aide faces indictment for possession of child pornography and related charges after a raid found disturbing items at his home.
fromPsychology Today
3 days ago

The Psychology Behind "Us vs. Them" Thinking

Polarization fulfills psychological needs for belonging, control, and meaning, impacting communication and collaboration.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

Remembering the original Superman

The rebellious, radical Superman was dangerous. He could inspire. And so he had to be coopted.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

She stood up to men with machetes': Sandra Dominguez fought against femicide in Mexico then became a victim herself

Sandra Dominguez, a feminist activist in Oaxaca, was murdered, raising concerns about violence against women and the impact of activism in Mexico.
#sydney-sweeney
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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Progress by Samuel Miller McDonald review humanity's greatest myth?

Democracy and free speech are in decline, while inequality soars, with the US Gini coefficient comparable to Ancient Rome.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Black warehouse worker wins 3,000 payout over colleague's slave' graffiti

A Black worker was awarded compensation for race harassment due to graffiti with the word 'slave' that created a hostile work environment.
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fromwww.npr.org
3 days ago

Their son was shot by police in Bangladesh's 2024 protests. They still want justice

Sayed's death symbolizes the tragic cost of political protests in Bangladesh, reflecting a significant national crisis.
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

Rise in sexism & transphobia reports - Kick It Out

Kick It Out received record reports of discrimination during the 2024-25 season, with increased sexism, transphobia, and faith-based abuse.
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fromTruthout
3 days ago

The Trump Administration Is Using the UN to Push Its Anti-Trans Agenda Globally

The Trump administration is promoting an anti-trans agenda by opposing the use of 'gender' in international documents and reaffirming biological definitions of sex.
fromPoynter
3 days ago

On X, support for American Eagle ads with Sydney Sweeney's 'good jeans' overwhelms criticism - Poynter

Sydney Sweeney's American Eagle ad sparked controversy over perceived eugenic implications of a pun involving 'jeans' and 'genes.'
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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Jeremy Corbyn warns rules on council asset sales threaten allotments

Councils selling allotments for day-to-day spending jeopardizes these community spaces and supports development pressures.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

As I sit here in Australia watching Israel starve Palestinians to death, I can't help but think it could have been me | Plestia Alaqad

Deliberate starvation is used as a weapon in conflict zones.
fromNew York Daily News
3 days ago

Brooklyn bodega worker slain over loose cigarettes was supporting family back in Mexico

"But for me, it is something to be proud of because I can provide for my family in Mexico."
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fromAeon
4 days ago

The prison abolitionist who dares to envision a world without 'unfreedoms' | Aeon Videos

Ruth Wilson Gilmore advocates for a world without prisons, linking capitalism, racism, and 'unfreedom' as interrelated issues.
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from48 hills
1 week ago

Trump's attack on the unhoused is nothing new - 48 hills

The houseless population faces systemic violence and displacement, revealed through personal narratives of eviction and hopelessness.
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fromSan Jose Spotlight
4 days ago

Paz-Cedillos: Mayfair in East San Jose is just getting started - San Jose Spotlight

Mayfair's transformation is driven by local residents organizing for cultural pride and community empowerment.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Sydney's huge Gaza protest shows there's now no stopping the tide of public opinion | Sarah Malik

Over 100,000 people protested in Sydney against Israel's actions in Gaza, demonstrating collective hope and determination for change.
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fromThe Mercury News
1 week ago

Oakland coffee shop owner fires back after DOJ, ADL lawsuits: 'My words feel small in the rubble of lives lost'

"Death has crept into every crevice of life in Gaza," he said."And yet, despite the violence we have endured and continue to face, my heart remains faithfully tethered to (justice)."
fromBig Think
1 week ago

Most social trends aren't what they seem

A landmark article published last year by scholars Andrew Little and Rachel Meng shook the field of political science by demonstrating that most evidence for claims of a "crisis of democracy" comes from "democracy scores" based on subjective opinions.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

The #MeToo campaign leader using the Epstein scandal to champion victims: The survivors are the heroes'

Survivors' voices are vital for the ongoing discourse around sexual violence and accountability.
fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events
4 days ago

Efforts to preserve and repair historic US Black churches get $8.5m boost

"The Black church is one of the oldest institutions created by African Americans, and it is a living testament to the achievements, resiliency and enduring contributions of Black people to American history and culture."
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fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Footballer, journalist, fashionista: whatever French Muslims do, we're treated as the enemy within | Rokhaya Diallo

Being a Muslim in a country with colonial history involves facing suspicions post-terrorist attacks, as seen during the Charlie Hebdo incident.
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fromABC7 San Francisco
4 days ago

Bay Area nonprofit helps people who are blind, raise guide dogs

A man with vision loss found purpose through guide dog training and community support, demonstrating resilience and adaptability.
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fromState of the Planet
1 week ago

Ten-Year Climate Lawsuit Ends in Loss for One Man, But a Win for Climate

Lliuya's lawsuit against RWE concluded in a loss for him but established potential liability for corporations in climate damage cases.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 days ago

Former priest accused of sexual abuse denies brainwashing' in evangelical cult

Christopher Brain denies brainwashing followers and stands trial for sexually abusing 13 women in the Church of England.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Melbourne synagogue spray-painted in a series of attacks by man in Scream mask

A series of graffiti attacks occurred at a Melbourne synagogue, escalating following recent events in Israel and Gaza.
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