Forty-five activists involved in protests against the Nussir mining project are scheduled to appear in court in Norway, with their defense arguing high legal costs make civil disobedience their only option.
Kryeministri Edi Rama, i pyetur për turizmin këtë vit dhe pasojat e luftës në Lindjen e Mesme, u shpreh nga Durrësi ku zhvilloi takim me strukturat e PS në këtë qark se, vendet që po e pësojnë nga…
The US and Israel's war with Iran has caused one of the biggest global energy shocks in decades, leading to disruptions in oil and gas supplies for Asian economies and surging worldwide energy prices, prompting climate activists to advocate for a renewable energy push.
Women leaders and activists in Kenya are calling for accountability regarding President Ruto's manifesto commitments to women, citing missed targets and a lack of data.
A new transgender law is raising significant concerns among activists and community members regarding its implications for surgeries, therapies, and fundamental rights, with some fearing it could lead to their 'erasure'.
Several Democratic presidential hopefuls have converged in New York to engage with activists at Al Sharpton's influential conference, seeking support and visibility.
Activists from an election observation mission in Novi Sad were detained and ordered into 30-day detention following their involvement in the Kula local elections. The incident occurred on Monday, raising concerns about election monitoring in Serbia.
Amnesty International Turkey has called on Turkish authorities to drop what it describes as unfounded charges against 11 individuals linked to an LGBTQ+ rights group, as their trial begins in İzmir.
The former activists received prison sentences of varying lengths after they were found guilty of charges including extremism and spreading “war fakes.”
Activists are calling on Indonesia to take a leading role in holding Myanmar's new president accountable for alleged genocide. Hopes are pinned on Indonesia to exert diplomatic pressure and ensure justice.
Activists from 'Novosadski zborovi' (Novi Sad choirs) have called for a protest outside the court in Novi Sad, Serbia. The demonstration aims to support two of their members who were detained and are scheduled for questioning.
Amenințările președintelui american Donald Trump de a bombarda centrale electrice și poduri peste Iran dacă acesta nu redeschide strâmtoarea Hormuz ar constitui o crimă de război, a avertizat luni, 6…
Israel launched an attack on Iran's largest petrochemical complex, identified by some reports as the South Pars facility. The Israeli Defense Minister confirmed the strike, stating the complex accounts for approximately half of Iran's petrochemical production.
Amit Forlit, accused of running a global hacking operation targeting climate activists on behalf of a Washington lobbying group, has been extradited to New York. Prosecutors allege the operation aimed to obstruct environmental lawsuits against oil companies.
Six months after a wave of protest movements shook the political elite in countries across the Global South, including Nepal, Bangladesh, Morocco, and Madagascar, Gen Z activists continue their struggle for social justice, with some having already brought down governments.
Several thousand people marched through Saint-Denis, a Paris suburb, to denounce racism and show solidarity with the town's newly elected black mayor, who was subject to disparaging comments. French politician Jean-Luc Mélenchon also addressed the crowd.
Experts and activists in Ghana, including Professor John Osae-Kwapong and Kenneth Ashigbey, are intensifying calls for decisive action, accountability, and the prosecution of public officials involved in the illegal mining (galamsey) crisis, warning of its existential threat to the nation.
President Trump's dismissal of US Attorney General Pam Bondi is widely reported, with speculation linking it to her perceived failure to handle the Epstein case to his satisfaction, underscoring his focus on personal advantage. The aftermath includes details of her departure, the appointment of interim AG Todd Blanche, and ongoing discussions about the Epstein files.
Mexico City's historic Xochimilco chinampas agricultural canals are facing pollution and the threat of disappearance. An 89-year-old activist, Abuela Amalia, and community leaders are leading efforts to preserve these traditional waterways.
Activists from the 'Last Generation' group were found guilty by a court of damaging the Mermaid monument in Warsaw by pouring paint on it. They were sentenced to community service and ordered to pay compensation.
Residents in Málinec, Slovakia, are protesting against the expropriation of their land for a water management project by Vodohospodárska výstavba. They plan to appeal to the European Commission and the Constitutional Court.
Two elderly women activists, one identified by authorities as a communist rebel, were arrested in a joint police and military operation in Pavia town, Iloilo, Philippines.
A proposal to halt the detailed regulation plan for Mazgoš village in Dimitrovgrad has been adopted, effectively preventing the construction of a coal mine. Environmental activists, who were not allowed to attend the session, stated they would remain vigilant.
Controversial climate activist Paul Watson is facing a lawsuit after one of his vessels rammed a Norwegian trawler near Antarctica, with Watson claiming they only 'scraped off a little paint'.
Investment trusts in the UK are urging the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) to change rules to frustrate activist investors, prompted by Boaz Weinstein’s Saba's attempt to take over EWIT’s board.
A manual advising pro-Palestinian activists on how to prepare for police encounters, including not testifying or signing documents, has been circulating in the Czech Republic, linked to a weapons factory fire in Pardubice.
Residents, farmers, and activist Aleksandar Jovanović Ćuta are engaged in a 'battle for the village of Mazgoš' in Serbia, defending their natural environment against a proposal to open a mine in the area.
Activists and experts are warning that Russia is engaged in a significant, albeit slow and opaque, effort to disconnect its internet from the global network.
In a revolutionary statement, Fidel Castro's grandson has reportedly embraced 'Capitalism With Sovereignty', a stance that is causing discomfort for Democrats and left-wing activists.
Bulgaria's Movement for Rights and Freedoms (DPS) has filed a complaint with the OSCE, alleging police pressure and intimidation by the caretaker government against its activists and mayors in the lead-up to the elections.
An audit in the Pimpri-Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC) has flagged missing expenditure records amounting to Rs 6,257 crore, prompting civic activists to demand a thorough probe.
A 31-year-old Palestine activist in Norway, Eik, has refused to pay a one-million-kroner fine for police pepper spray, stating he will not pay for it, as many other activists have also declined to accept police fines.
Thousands of demonstrators participated in 'No Kings' rallies across various US cities to protest against Donald Trump's policies, including his stance on Iran and the war. The protests, described as the third wave of anti-Trump demonstrations, saw significant turnouts in multiple locations, with some events drawing large crowds and others experiencing clashes with police.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban's electoral speech in the city of Győr concluded with a confrontation between him and activists, during which he was booed.
A Norwegian court has ruled in favor of activists protesting against Israel and the oil fund, saving them from significant fines, but police have appealed the decision.
The 'Budni do kraja' observer mission from Novi Sad, Serbia, announced that it received information about planned attacks by Serbian Progressive Party activists on their headquarters today and tomorrow, election day.
The Human Rights Activists News Agency (HRANA) has reported that at least 1,464 civilians, including 217 children, were killed in Iran during the first month of conflict, which began on February 28.
A group of 'attention activists' has released a manifesto, 'Attensity!', urging a collective fight against the pervasive digital distraction and the outsourcing of thinking to AI.
Activists from the 'Mladi Kula' group are demanding a retraction from the Ministry of Internal Affairs (MUP) and individual police officers regarding a 'shameful statement' issued after an incident in Kula, asserting that the police are aware of who initiated the attack that night.
A growing network of New York City activists is transforming garbage cleanup into a recreational activity, documenting the city's filth while working to improve its cleanliness.
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has announced a new policy reinstating gender testing and effectively preventing transgender women from competing in women's Olympic events by limiting participation to 'biological females' ahead of the 2028 Los Angeles Games.
Border Czar Tom Homan has rejected calls from Democrats for ICE agents to remove their masks, a demand that follows last year's online leak of thousands of ICE officers' identities by anti-ICE activists.
Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić has urged activists of the ruling Serbian Progressive Party (SNS) to stop guarding billboards in Kula, advising them not to fall for provocations.
A case against four left-wing activists in Cyprus, accused of conspiring to vandalize 'Love Erdogan' posters, has been dropped more than five years after the incident.
A new study presents evidence suggesting no link between CO2 and temperature over the last three million years, reportedly surprising Net Zero activists.
Masked supporters of the ruling SNS party attacked student activists from the 'Mladi Kula' initiative in Kula, Serbia, ahead of local elections, with reports of a gunshot heard during the incident.
An Indonesian military officer has stepped down from his position following an acid attack on an activist. The incident has drawn attention to accountability within the military and protection for activists in the country.
Activists from Palestine Action who engaged in hunger strikes are planning to take legal action against UK prisons, alleging mistreatment during their incarceration.
Philosophy professor Idris Robinson has filed a lawsuit against Texas State University officials, alleging that the school violated his constitutional rights by terminating his contract following an off-campus talk on Palestine that was seized upon by pro-Israel activists.
The Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC), a major event for conservatives, has commenced in Texas, bringing together prominent figures and activists.
The bill aims to provide a "precise definition" of transgender persons, focusing on those facing severe social exclusion due to biological conditions. The self-perceived gender identities are excluded
A German court has dismissed lawsuits filed by environmental activists against BMW and Mercedes, refusing to ban the sale of gasoline cars and effectively directing activists to pursue their goals through parliament.
Activists in Madison, Wisconsin, stormed a dog breeding facility in March, successfully freeing 23 beagles reportedly used for animal testing by the farm's operators.
The German Justice Ministry is introducing a draft law to enhance protection against "digital violence" and deepfakes, a move supported by an initiative of women in politics and culture who are demanding stricter laws following recent accusations against actor Christian Ulmen.
The queer community and activists in India are protesting a proposed Transgender Amendment Bill, raising concerns about its implications for transgender rights and well-being, with explanations provided on their specific objections.
Lawmakers, activists, and members of India's queer community are protesting and organizing gatherings to demand the recall of the controversial Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Bill, 2026, accusing the government of trying to snatch rights.
Zimbabwean embassies abroad are facing protests and pickets from activists demonstrating against a controversial 'power grab' bill being considered in Zimbabwe.
Climate activists from 'Fridays for Future' and the Lithuanian Green Party are planning a protest in early April against the Vilnius city municipality's plans to deepen the Neris riverbed and remove sediment.
Former Interior Minister Hristo Terziyski and Georg Georgiev claimed that Bulgaria's Ministry of Interior is exclusively targeting and repressing activists and members of the GERB party, citing incidents involving municipal councilors.
The Polish government has decided to make health education mandatory in schools, but controversially excluded sexual health from the curriculum, drawing mixed reactions from doctors and activists.
Five Yazidi sisters—Düzen, Tezcan, Tuğba, Tuna, and Tülin Tekkal—are human rights activists based in Hannover, Germany, who are globally engaged in their mission and have recently co-authored a book about their work.
South Korea's Education Ministry announced new measures to regulate private education fees following a probe that uncovered widespread irregular charges at private academies.
A buzzard has been attacking pedestrians in Dinant, Belgium, prompting authorities to capture it. However, radical animal rights activists subsequently freed the bird, leading the city to advise residents to carry umbrellas for defense.
Eleven leaders of a Turkish LGBT rights group are facing trial on charges of 'obscenity' and 'violating the protection of the family', according to their lawyer.
Young identitarian activists in France, aged 20 to 25, who displayed anti-immigration banners during two actions, are facing either acquittal or community service.
Seven wolves were killed in Carinthia during the first quarter of the year, leading animal rights activists to argue that the regional legal framework violates European species protection laws.
Two activists from Novi Sad assemblies were arrested and interrogated, and their apartments searched, without police providing an explanation for their actions. The incident follows a series of similar events targeting activists.
A mural honoring the slain Ukrainian refugee Iryna Zarutska has been moved to a new location in Providence. The relocation followed a pressure campaign from the mayor and activists, after the mural was initially displayed at an immigrant-owned restaurant.
Nearly 3,600 people have been killed since the start of the Middle East conflict, including at least 1,665 civilians, according to the Human Rights Activists news agency (HRANA).
Activists are collecting human and animal hair donations, believing one kilogram of hair can clean up 8 liters of oil, to help mitigate oil damage in the Gulf.
The Novi Sad citizens’ assemblies reported that police raided the homes of several of their activists on Monday, raising concerns about civil liberties.
Mexico City's traditional agricultural canals are facing the risk of disappearing, prompting activists to launch efforts to preserve them. These canals are vital for the city's agricultural heritage and ecological balance.
A group of NGOs and civil activists in Montenegro has demanded that the government immediately publish full and precise information on all forms of arms trade and military cooperation with Israel in recent years, and to halt such activities. They sent a letter to the Government of Montenegro requesting urgent public disclosure regarding any export, import, or trade of weapons and military equipment with Israel, along with the publication of all valid contracts and agreements.
The Kreni-promeni movement in Serbia has reported that its activists are facing threats after publishing evidence of alleged organized pressure on voters during local elections held recently in Lučani.
Snap's stock fell by 7% as the company faces increased pressure from activists and scrutiny over child safety issues, adding to a challenging year for the social media platform.
Hundreds of youth activists from Nuclear and Coal-Free Bataan and Young Bean staged a protest on Holy Wednesday in Bataan, Philippines, depicting environmental issues through a 'Calvary of Nature' theme.
An incident occurred in Antarctic waters between the activist ship 'Bandero,' linked to Paul Watson, and a Norwegian-flagged industrial fishing vessel, 'Antarctic Sea,' highlighting tensions over whale hunting.
TV presenter Miquel Valls, who has published a novel, discusses the state of television and talk shows, stating that many commentators have become political activists who are willing to lie to benefit their party.
Activists and experts warn that Russia is undertaking significant but slow efforts to disconnect its internet from the rest of the world, which could have immense consequences for millions of people gradually being cut off.
During a national security trial in Britain, the manager of Hong Kong’s London trade promotion office denied allegations of spying on prominent activists and UK politicians on behalf of China.
President Catherine Connolly has appointed seven individuals to the Council of State, with the new members bringing backgrounds in human rights and legal work.
A recent trial of pro-Palestinian activists in the UK has exposed patterns of politicized policing, leading to widespread concern about the erosion of the right to protest in the country.
Indian police informed a court that they are investigating 13 individuals for allegedly supporting Maoist/Naxalite ideologies, responding to accusations of illegal detention of students and activists.
Environmental activists are expressing outrage over a mining company's plans to dig for rare earth elements just outside Joshua Tree National Park, threatening the habitat of an endangered desert tortoise.
Four civil activists from Lučenec, Slovakia, have spoken out against government politicians, accusing them of legitimizing extremism and 'hardened Nazis' across the country and in their region, while also addressing support for Russia.
A civic group advocating for disability rights staged a protest in Seoul, occupying a bus stop and halting traffic to highlight discrimination in access to public transport.
Hundreds of people demonstrated in Lisbon for trans visibility, protesting against the rollback of human rights, with activists expressing concern that this is just the beginning of larger issues.
An anti-capitalist collective, expressing solidarity with the struggle in Covas do Barroso, vandalized the entrance gate of Savannah's building, the company responsible for the local lithium mine project.
Activists at CPAC have endorsed Ken Paxton for the Texas Senate race over John Cornyn, while Senator Ted Cruz has refused to take sides in the high-stakes GOP Senate runoff, citing close ties to both candidates.
Local activists in Cyprus have launched an online fundraiser to support Wolt drivers who held a week-long strike protesting precarious working conditions, raising nearly €10,000.
Intelligence police officers reportedly monitored activists of the 'Jeune Garde' and took photos of confrontations that preceded the death of Quentin Deranque in Lyon.
A Norwegian national, Tommy Olsen, was arrested in Tromso for espionage and illegal immigrant smuggling in the Aegean, while Javed Aslam, president of the Pakistani Community of Greece, had his international asylum revoked due to controversial activities.
Approximately twenty pro-Ukrainian activists gathered in Brussels to urge Prime Minister Bart De Wever not to abandon Ukraine, warning that Europe has made similar mistakes in the past.
Climate advocates are pushing for the upcoming COP31 summit to discuss military activities and defence spending, warning that massive carbon emissions from wars, including the ongoing Iran conflict, are undermining global energy transition efforts.
Peđa Mitrović, Secretary General of the SSP, stated that EU observation of upcoming local elections is more important than 'obscure associations from America,' while Miloš Jovanović, leader of Novi DSS, shared his impressions from the local election campaign, highlighting the dedication of local activists and noting a sense that the current regime is outdated.
The Slobodan Univerzitet has expressed deep concern over reported physical attacks, threats, and gunfire against student list representatives in Kula during the pre-election campaign. Activist Miran Pogačar now warns that these attacks on 'Mladi Kula' activists could be a prelude to further tension and potential incidents.
Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić accused 'blockaders' of causing an incident in Kula, where ruling SNS activists guarding a billboard were attacked, linking the event to renewed separatist ideas in Vojvodina.
Activists in India are raising concerns over a surge in social media content removals, particularly posts critical of the government and its position on the Iran war.
Seven climate activists are facing trial in Vienna's Regional Court on charges of property damage and severe property damage, with one defendant stating their actions were "necessary."
Activists in Lazarevac discovered machinery and trucks belonging to the Kolubara Public Enterprise in villages near Aranđelovac before elections, prompting questions about their purpose and deployment.
A growing unease is reported within the Republican party regarding the presence of white supremacists like Nick Fuentes and bigotry among its young activists, even as many party members dismiss them.
US activists are working to provide internet access to Iranians via Elon Musk’s Starlink satellite service, aiming to circumvent ongoing internet blackouts in the country.
Activists and citizens in Aranđelovac, Serbia, are highlighting that they are paying millions for a non-existent wastewater treatment plant, while the Kubršnica river remains dark and foul-smelling.
The Indian Parliament has passed a bill seeking to amend the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Act 2019, which also includes provisions for graded punishment based on the severity of harm inflicted on transgender individuals.
Activists are calling for more punitive measures and increased action to combat child trafficking, highlighting the need for stricter enforcement and penalties.
Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has traveled to Spain, reportedly to investigate the ASER-Inteemaq Affair, with his DiomayePresident coalition calling for a massive mobilization of activists during his visit.
Serbia's opposition Party of Freedom and Justice (SSP) announced that its activists have reported more than 1,000 changes to electoral rolls across 10 locations.
On the 50th anniversary of Argentina's 1976 military coup, President Javier Milei is questioning the scale of atrocities and deriding human rights activists, dismantling the national consensus over the country’s 'dirty war'.
A gold mine proposal in Golden Bay is moving forward despite claims from locals that it lacks genuine community consent. Two activists recently locked themselves to a drilling rig at Sams Creek in protest.
A new report reveals that Poland's United Right government under PiS allegedly used various legal instruments, including 'fictitious' prosecutorial proceedings, to persecute activists and journalists through SLAPP tactics.
Transparency activists and journalists in India are preparing a legal challenge against Prime Minister Modi's new privacy law, with the Supreme Court now set to hear petitions against it, citing concerns over access to information.
Activists and journalists in India are preparing for a court battle against Prime Minister Modi's new privacy law, raising concerns about its potential impact on newsgathering and accountability journalism.
Far-left activists from CodePink, who sponsored flights to Cuba to protest President Donald Trump's sanctions, have faced backlash for staying in 5-star hotels while the island experienced a total blackout.
The Association of Independent Electronic Media (ANEM) has strongly condemned the obstruction of journalists Vuk Mladenović and Isidora Kovačević while they were reporting on supporters and activists, calling for their protection.
Russia’s Supreme Court declared the human rights group Memorial an extremist organization and banned its activities in the country, acting on a lawsuit filed by the Justice Ministry, the Russian…
An ex-NYPD sergeant, who threw a cooler at a suspect in a fatal altercation, has learned his fate at sentencing in a case that has drawn attention from both police and accountability activists.
Indonesian activists have filed a genocide complaint with prosecutors against Myanmar’s newly elected President Min Aung Hlaing, seeking accountability for alleged international crimes.
Greenpeace activists scaled a mine tower in Knurów, Poland, unfurling a banner to protest methane emissions. Authorities intervened, and the activists later descended.
Eleven leading members of the Young LGBTI+ organization are facing trial in Izmir, Turkey, on charges of 'obscenity.' The charges stem from social media posts depicting same-sex couples, and the activists face potential imprisonment and loss of rights.
A coalition of non-governmental organizations and individuals has condemned the arrest and remand of three activists following a protest against the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) chief.
Activists from an election observation mission in Kula, Serbia, were detained and remanded for 30 days on suspicion of endangering security by damaging property.
A St. Petersburg court has sentenced six activists from the 'Vesna' anti-war youth movement to up to 12 years in prison, marking the latest verdicts in the Kremlin's campaign to silence critics.
The Polish Standing Committee of the Council of Ministers has approved a draft anti-SLAPP law, designed to curb lawsuits intended to suppress criticism and intimidate journalists and activists.
The campaign for Representative Eric Swalwell has vehemently denied 'outrageous' allegations of sexual misconduct made by Cheyenne Hunt, as the California governor's race intensifies.
The activists who spearheaded the campaign to turn Manoel Island into a national park expressed their concerns about a lack of action from the Planning Authority’s enforcement unit in the face of…
Far-right activists have published a document summarizing terror attacks committed in West Bank villages and sent it to security officials, alongside a poster condemning Maj.-Gen. Avi Bluth.
Lawyer Srđan Kovačević and two activists from Zborovi Novog Sada were released after police detention without charges, while two other activists whose apartments were searched remain detained for 48 hours.
First-time activists are fueling a grassroots movement across rural Hungary in an effort to unseat Viktor Orban. This surge in activism comes ahead of a key election.
Animal rights activists have accused Russian photographer and influencer Yulia Buruleva of cruelty after a 65-year-old elephant reportedly died following a photoshoot where it was painted for 'artistic purposes'.
Activists and a TD express concern that the divestment of Catholic patronage from primary schools in Ireland is progressing extremely slowly, with only one school changing patronage in two years.
Palestinian activist Leqaa Kordia has been released after spending a year in ICE jail. She was arrested in 2025 as part of the Trump administration’s campaign targeting student activists and advocates for Palestinian rights.
Bayan Muna has condemned the arrest of two senior women activists in Iloilo on Maundy Thursday, describing the incident as 'cruelty dressed up as law enforcement' and seeking their release.
African human rights activists and lawyers are raising alarms about the increasing cases of digital violence and online harassment across the continent, particularly targeting women and girls, and are calling for urgent protective measures.
Cuban activists, joined by President Miguel Diaz-Canel, paraded on bikes and electric tricycles along Havana’s Malecon boulevard. This demonstration was a show of defiance amid U.S. efforts to starve the island of fuel through sanctions.
Activists from the Paul Watson Foundation reportedly rammed a krill fishing vessel in the Antarctic, prompting the fishing company, Aker Qrill, to announce legal action, while the Sea Shepherd founder dismissed the company's reaction.
Nigerian politician Peter Obi controversially stated that former military dictator General Sani Abacha was 'seemingly more democratic and more respectful of human rights' than NADECO activists.
A student claims he was severely beaten, suffering facial bone fractures, and forced to utter a specific phrase during random attacks by masked assailants in black SUVs on activists during local elections near Bor, Serbia.
Residents and activists in Dimitrovgrad, Serbia, have successfully campaigned to halt the detailed regulation plan for Mazgoš village, effectively preventing the construction of a mine there.
Judge says in verdict against Ben Jamal and Chris Nineham that conditions imposed were lawful and necessary
Two prominent leaders in the Palestine solidarity movement in Britain have been found…
Around 60 people gathered in front of the Latvian Parliament (Saeima) to protest and call for a ban on keeping laying hens in cages, chanting slogans like 'No to cages!' and 'Freedom for chickens!'
The Department of Homeland Security reports that anti-ICE activists are doxxing immigration agents by mailing warning postcards to their neighbors, contributing to an alleged 8,000% surge in death threats.
The UK is facing accusations of employing "intimidation tactics" against pro-Palestine activists, following the arrests of two young women linked to Palestine Action within a week.
Latino leaders and historians are grappling with the tarnished legacy of famed labor leader Cesar Chavez following explosive allegations of sexual abuse, as supporters and residents in his hometown of Delano question how to address his past.
Ethiopian feminists and rights defenders are experiencing a rapid escalation of online threats, including acid attacks and gang-rape, forcing some, like Yordanos Bezabih, to leave the country for their safety.
Animal rights activists from PETA are proposing a change to a well-known Easter tradition, suggesting that eggs be replaced with potatoes at Easter events, sparking strong reactions and smiles.
Investigators have concluded that Robert Bąkiewicz and activists from the Border Defense Movement did not commit a crime by placing a dummy border pole in a river near Gubin on the border with Germany.
Activists and lawyers are urging immediate measures to combat a surge in online violence against women and girls in Africa, fueled by a significant increase in young internet users, which has devastating real-life consequences.
Nine activists in Texas have been convicted on terrorism and other charges, a verdict that experts warn sets a dangerous precedent for cracking down on leftwing views in the US.
Since 1999, Nigeria's National Assembly Arcade has become a key location for activists and civil society groups to voice grievances against lawmakers, often misunderstood and contested.
Interest groups are urging the Supreme Court to consider race and international law in a significant case concerning Canada's notwithstanding clause, as highlighted by Jamie Sarkonak.
Seven years after India enacted legislation to protect transgender people, a new bill has been passed that scales back those rights, prompting transgender activists to vow a fight against it.
Citizens and activists from the initiative for the protection of Rogozna have officially filed complaints with authorities, citing serious environmental endangerment on the mountain.
President Trump announced a plan to pay TSA agents, with Republicans pushing for an emergency declaration to ensure salaries during the DHS funding lapse. Meanwhile, TSA officers are facing severe financial hardship, and Sen. Ted Cruz has accused Democrats of 'risking American lives' by moving goalposts on DHS funding and rejecting a deal to end the 40-day lapse.
Commuters near Gwanghwamun Square in Seoul faced disruptions as approximately 20 wheelchair activists from Solidarity Against Disability Discrimination staged a boarding protest at bus stops, advocating for disability rights.
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An SC-appointed panel and over 140 legal professionals and activists have urged the Indian government and President Murmu to withdraw or reject the Transgender Persons Amendment Bill, arguing it violates constitutional rights and has sparked protests across the country.
The Labour Party in the UK has announced plans to ban trail hunting, a rural sport often criticized by police and animal rights activists as a cover for illegal foxhunting, and has launched a public consultation on the matter.
Several campaign videos for the opposition list 'Glas mladih' (Voice of Youth) in Kula's local elections on March 29 have been released, featuring well-known actors, journalists, and local activists.
Two activists protesting against Georges-Louis Bouchez infiltrated the launch event of the Brussels Book Fair, distributing leaflets before being intervened by security and police.
Mass protests have taken place in the Czech Republic against the government's policies and Prime Minister Andrej Babiš, with activists vowing that these demonstrations will not be the last.
Seven climate activists justified their highway blockades and paint actions as politically necessary during their trial in Austria, where the judge threatened to remove audience members after they applauded the defendants.
The GrowthKills citizen movement protested an economic forum in Brussels focused on cloud, AI, and datacenters, raising concerns about the significant energy consumption of these technologies, with one giant datacenter projected to consume as much electricity as the city of Namur.
First Lady Melania Trump concluded her 'Fostering the Future Together' global initiative summit at the White House, where she was joined by a US-built multilingual humanoid robot from Figure AI during the education and technology event to promote AI teachers.
Seven far-right activists have been questioned and their phones seized by investigators in connection with the murder of Quentin Deranque in Lyon, a month and a half after nine individuals close to the ultraleft were indicted in the case.
Australian activists are demanding that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle pay for their 'quasi-royal' visit out of their own pockets, with a petition to the government of Beyond Australia garnering over 32,000 signatures.
Residents of Zemun, along with experts and environmental activists, are opposing plans to build a bridge connecting Zemun to Lido island, citing concerns for protected species and lack of tourist appeal.
Kickstarter has suspended Arwen Becker's fundraising campaign for 'She Handled It,' a book featuring 'Save Women's Sports' activists, citing possible violations of inclusivity guidelines.
An opinion piece argues that the sense of community that once empowered activism has often been replaced by lonely social media battles, leading to exhaustion among modern activists.
Budapest is making progress towards establishing legal swimming areas in the Danube River, with city officials and activists pursuing ambitious plans despite facing bureaucratic delays.
Following the announcement of municipal election results in several French cities, including Le Blanc-Mesnil and Paris, a number of defeated candidates were reportedly booed and insulted by left-wing activists.
The German Federal Court of Justice has rejected climate lawsuits filed by activists against automotive giants BMW and Mercedes-Benz. The lawsuits, which sought to compel the automakers to cease selling internal combustion engines by 2030, were dismissed, with campaigners having argued that continued CO2 emissions infringe on the rights of younger generations.
Polish MEP Grzegorz Braun once again avoided charges related to his alleged intrusion into a hospital in Oleśnica with activists and obstructing a doctor's work, after filing a motion to block the proceedings.
Human rights activists in Islamabad are speaking out against repression after a woman was arrested for participating in a planned International Women's Day march and held for 12 hours.
Quality, Japanese-built used vessels command high prices, and transport disruptions due to the Iran war have further boosted valuations of large tankers.
Activists are planning a demonstration against 'genocide in Gaza' at the Buchenwald concentration camp memorial, a move the memorial's director is attempting to prevent due to its controversial nature.