Profile of four ordinary Indian women leading modern social and political movements, examining their motivations, the barriers they face, and the enduring legacy of women's activism in India.
Nikita and Olga Belov, Russian pro-Ukrainian activists, face deportation from Finland despite facing arrest, imprisonment, and potential torture in Russia for their opposition to the Ukraine invasion.
Baroness Berger has called on the Conservative Party to bar former neo-Nazi Joshua Bonehill-Paine from standing as a local election candidate. Bonehill-Paine was previously jailed for racially harassing her, but Tory leader Kemi Badenoch defended his selection, citing his rehabilitation.
Daniel Storey, a landholder in Junction View, Queensland, successfully rallied his community against Rosehill Sandstone's proposed 62-hectare quarry on his family's farm. The developer unexpectedly withdrew its application, highlighting the impact of community opposition on resource projects.
Ben Cohen, co-founder of Ben & Jerry's, is leading a campaign to regain the brand's independence from parent company Unilever, accusing it of silencing Ben & Jerry's trademark activism and breaching their agreement. The dispute, which includes a lawsuit over support for Gaza and a boycott call, highlights a deep divide over corporate values.
King Charles III's quote, 'I'm a dangerous person because I mind about things,' highlights the importance of speaking up despite potential criticism, drawing from his history of environmental and social activism as Prince of Wales.
A US appeals court rejected immigration authorities' bid to re-detain Georgetown scholar Badar Khan Suri, an Indian citizen, who faces deportation for pro-Palestinian activism. The ruling protects his due process and free speech rights amidst similar cases.
A US State Department report alleges Cuba is behind major US political upheavals, including the George Floyd riots and rise of antifa, and poses a unique threat. This comes as Cuba faces a six-month US oil blockade and sanctions, leading to severe shortages and blackouts, with critics calling the report a new form of McCarthyism.
Contrasting media approaches are highlighted through Karl Stefanovic's termination over a Tommy Robinson interview, the Daily Telegraph's promotion of Robinson's content, and updates on Alan Jones' upcoming trial, alongside other Australian media critiques.
Colombia's environmental movement faces a setback as far-right president Abelardo de la Espriella, who favors fossil fuel exploitation, takes office. Activists like Yuvelis Morales Blanco vow to continue fighting for natural resources and rights despite the government's shift from the previous administration's energy transition focus.
Naidoc Week, originating from the 1938 Day of Mourning protest against colonization, is more than a celebration; it's a continuation of Aboriginal political movements. Evolving over decades, its themes reflect ongoing advocacy for justice, equality, and self-determination, while this year's "50 Years of Deadly" theme honors the people who built the movement.
A White House report has labeled Smithsonian Institution leadership, particularly the National Museum of American History, as "radical activists" and untrustworthy, signaling a potential move by President Trump to appoint his own team and reshape cultural institutions.
Sebastián Carmona, un joven de 27 años con parálisis cerebral, destaca en comunicación y activismo. Recientemente Mejor Orador en un debate, trabaja en Envera promoviendo la inclusión laboral y derechos de personas con discapacidad. Su historia es un ejemplo de superación y reivindicación.
Le régime militaire du Burkina Faso a annoncé la rupture de ses relations diplomatiques avec la France à partir du 26 juin, l'accusant d'« activisme incessant » et d'« ambitions néocoloniales ». Cette décision intervient après des années de tensions, bien que le gouvernement assure vouloir protéger les ressortissants français.
Le Burkina Faso a annoncé la rupture de ses relations diplomatiques avec la France, invoquant un "activisme incessant" contre ses intérêts. Cette décision intervient après des années de tensions croissantes entre le régime militaire et l'ancienne puissance coloniale.
A Pakistani anti-terrorism court sentenced civil rights activists Mahrang Baloch and Sibghatullah Shahji to life imprisonment for the killing of a paramilitary soldier during a July 2024 protest in Gwadar. The verdict, which the activists deny and plan to appeal, has drawn sharp criticism from human rights organizations, who view it as a suppression of fundamental rights advocacy in Balochistan.
Sir Stephen Watson, chief constable of Greater Manchester police, stated that UK policing has adopted "the language of activism" and that official guidance has "over-corrected" to combat racism accusations. He believes this perception, fueled by anti-racism guidance, has contributed to public distrust, despite not personally believing in "two-tier policing."
Laurent Duplomb, sénateur et agriculteur, est connu pour ses propositions controversées. Mais il n'est pas le seul représentant du milieu agricole au Parlement français. Dix-huit sénateurs, 19 députés et trois eurodéputés sont liés à des exploitations agricoles. Ces 40 parlementaires participent aux débats législatifs sur leur secteur.
San Francisco's Mission District activists, led by Supervisor David Campos, fought against gentrification and tech industry influence, symbolized by the controversial Google buses, while the city navigated transportation and social impact challenges.
Janette Zahia Corcelius, a US citizen and labor organizer, was detained at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, had her phone seized by Customs and Border Protection (CBP), and political literature confiscated after returning from Europe. The seizure is alleged to target her opposition to ICE raids, sparking a lawsuit claiming Fourth Amendment violations and systematic targeting of left-wing activists by CBP using counterterrorism tools.
Eli Manning supports athletes engaging in political activism but warns they must be prepared for criticism from teammates, fans, and the public. He spoke after Giants QB Jaxson Dart faced backlash for introducing Donald Trump at a rally.
Patagonia sues Pattie Gonia, an environmentalist drag queen, for trademark infringement over the use of 'Pattie Gonia' for clothing and activism, claiming it would harm their brand despite both sharing environmental values.
Chinese dissident Dong Guangping, 68, was detained in South Korea after a 30+ hour journey by rubber boat from China, seeking asylum after multiple failed escape attempts and imprisonments for activism related to the 1989 Tiananmen Square massacre.
KADOKAWA faces significant profit decline, prompting activist investor Oasis Management to propose CEO Tsuyoshi Natsuno's dismissal. While publishing struggles, education and Niconico services show strong performance, highlighting a complex business landscape ahead of the June 24th shareholder meeting.
