#protests-and-violence

#protests-and-violence

In 2024 alone, authorities imposed 304 internet shutdowns across 54 countries - the highest number ever recorded. This reflects a growing trend of governments treating connectivity as a weapon.

"I was thinking, well, it's a little inconsistent for me to refuse induction, refuse to go into the military, yet pay taxes that would fund other people to go into the military," the 81-year-old told Fortune.

The deadly stampede occurred at a former military citadel in the north of the country, leading to a three-day mourning period in Haiti for the 25 victims.

Del Naja was seen being arrested by police at the protest, where he held a sign reading 'I Oppose Genocide, I Support Palestine Action.' As he was taken away, he stated, 'I'm being unlawfully arrested.'

The proportion of articles that include terms relating to misogynistic abuse dropped to a dismal 1.3% of all global online news in 2025, the lowest level in that period.

A man, aged in his 20s, was arrested under Section 5 of the Non Fatal Offences Against the Person Act 1997 and has since been released without charge.

Protests began April 7 with slow-moving convoys clogging roadways. They grew as word spread on social media as truckers, farmers and taxi and bus operators blocked key infrastructure and the main thoroughfare in the capital, Dublin.

"Those attending should be aware that showing support for a proscribed organisation is an offence under the Terrorism Act, and we will not hesitate to act where the law is broken," said commander Claire Smart.

Hundreds of gardaí have formed an effective ring of steel around the city centre. Protesters did not resist the move to free up the country's main thoroughfare.

Today every senator, every single one, will pick a side: Do you stand with the American people who are exhausted of forever wars in the Middle East? Or stand with Donald Trump and Pete Hegseth as they bumble us headfirst into another war?

The U.S. and Israel are carrying out an unprovoked, illegal bombing campaign on Iran. This war serves no one but a tiny elite and oil executives.