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Italian Students Join French in Growing Autumn School Uprising
TURIN (10-17) – Italian high school and university students along with teachers demonstrated and marched during a consolidated nationwide day-long school strike across the country on October 16. The students have been inspired by the recent French student blockades and protests and in reaction to Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni’s proposed cuts in educational spending along with a recently adopted decree-law which has banned the wearing of face coverings including burqas and niqabs in class.
Thousands March in Turin for Palestine
On the Global Day of Action for Palestine, October 10, in fifty cities across Italy including Torino, Milan, Naples, Bologna, Palermo, Genoa and Rome, tens of thousands of pro-Palestinian activists held demonstrations and marched calling for “La fine del genocidio è la fine del sionismo” (an end to genocide andZionism.) The activists included in their demands the immediate disengagement of the Meloni government in its complicity of the continuing genocide in Gaza demanding that it sever its...
Student Protests Escalate into Clashes at Paris’s Sciences Po
As student strikes spread across France, the prestigious public research university Institut d’études politiques de Paris (Sciences Po) became the scene of a standoff and clashes between students and police on October 7. The confrontation during an early-morning demonstration in support the ongoing high school students strike began after demonstrators blockaded both ends of the street outside the institution’s building.
Student Protests Escalate into Clashes at Paris’s Sciences P
PARIS (10-07) – As student strikes spread across France, the prestigious public research university Institut d’études politiques de Paris (Sciences Po) became the scene of a standoff and clashes between students and police on October 7. The confrontation during an early-morning demonstration in support the ongoing high school students strike began after demonstrators blockaded both ends of the street outside the institution’s building.
France Sees Largest Student Protest Since 1968
Students at various high school and university campuses across Paris rallied today as part of a nationwide demonstration and protest that included a march from the Place de la République to the Place de la Nation.
France Sees Largest Student Protest Since 1968
PARIS (09-06) – Students at various high school and university campuses across Paris rallied today as part of a nationwide demonstration and protest that included a march from the Place de la République to the Place de la Nation.
French Students Continue Walkout after Impasse
“Bienvenue En France Mon Cul” (Welcome to France my ass) was one of the signs prominently displayed on a street blockade in front of the Universite de Paris Faculte de Medecine in the tony Saint Germin des Prés neighborhood where students from the university have joined the walkout which was started by high school students.
French Students Continue Walkout after Impasse
PARIS (10-05) – “Bienvenue En France Mon Cul” (Welcome to France my ass) was one of the signs prominently displayed on a street blockade in front of the Universite de Paris Faculte de Medecine in the tony Saint Germin des Prés neighborhood where students from the university have joined the walkout which was started by high school students.
Haitian TPS Protest Calls for End to Racist Deportations
“Going back to Haiti means a very likely death sentence.
Calling on Israel to “Repent” During Yom Kippur
Chanting “You can’t atone for genocide” and “There is no forgiveness for genocide,” pro-Palestinian peace activists demonstrated outside the Israeli Consulate two days before Yom Kippur, the sacred Jewish religious holiday of atonement when a person asks God for ethical and spiritual change.
Labor Day Rally for Union Rights & Electoral Action
SAN FRANCISCO (09-07) – In recognizing Labor Day workers’ rights and the looming midterm elections, a rally was held by federal employees, labor union members and other activists calling for a strategic mobilization plan to capture Democratic control of Congress and the Senate.
California Ratepayers Demand Lower Utility Rates at CPUC
SAN FRANICSCO (08-13) – Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E), California’s largest investor-owned utility, is at it again by requesting the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) to grant a rate increase for its electrical and natural gas services.
BlackRock and ICE, a Recipe for Human Suffering
During a day of action, activists from the August 8 National Coalition” protested outside the downtown offices of BlackRock, the world’s largest asset manager, and in several cities across the country. They called on the company to divest from its ownership shares in the for-profit prison industry along with its other relationships with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
Philippine Ambassador on ICE Gives Cold Shoulder to Activists
Ahead of Philippine President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marco Jr’s State of the National Address slated for July 27, over 80 members from the BANYA—DMV regional council began a two-day speakout protest.
Philippine Ambassador on ICE Gives Cold Shoulder to Activists
WASHINGTON (07-29) – Ahead of Philippine President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marco Jr’s State of the National Address slated for July 27, over 80 members from the BANYA—DMV regional council began a two-day speakout protest.
Medicare for All or War-the Choice is Clear
WASHINGTON (07-22) – Members and supporters of the PAC “Medicare for All” founded in 2017 by Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal (D-WA) spent the day attending a Congressional Progressive Caucus “Shadow Hearing” aptly titled, “Universal Healthcare: Now is the Time for Medicare for All.” This was followed by lobbying congressional members on Capitol Hill in seeking co-sponsors for the bill.
Activists Throw Wet Blanket On FERC’s ‘Blanket Certificate Policy’ Changes
Above photo: Police warned the sit-in participants of their being arrested if they continued their sit-in. Before the July 16 meeting, BXE members began an early morning sit-in to protest FERC’s proposed blanket certificate policy changes.
Activists Throw Wet Blanket on FERC’s “Blanket Certificate Policy” Changes
WASHINGTON (07-16) – As they have for the past decade, the environmental activist group Beyond Extreme Energy (BXE), along with other frontline groups, has protested, demonstrated, and attended the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) monthly public meetings to bring before the commission their concerns regarding an end to fossil fuel expansion. Before the July 16 meeting, BXE members began an early morning sit-in to protest FERC’s proposed blanket certificate policy changes.
Tossing the Trump Administration into the Dustbin of History
WASHINGTON (07-12) – At a mock “Great American State Fair,” where several customary carnival attractions were notably absent, members of the activist group Th!rd Act offered an alternative activity today at Dupont Circle: the opportunity to toss a sweater-clad, voodoo-style doll bearing the image of Donald Trump and his administration officials into a box labeled the “Dustbin of History.” The group Th!rd Act who describe themselves as a “community of Americans over age sixty determined to...
Watergate, White Water and Now, Green Water
WASHINGTON (07-09) – “Free Davey” supporters chanted and picketed outside the Superior Court of the District of Columbia this morning, where indicted former Olympian slalom canoeist, Davey Hearn, 67 was being arraigned on what supporters describe as false charges of “vandalizing” the Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool on June 19. During the hearing, Hearn denied any wrongdoing, and his attorney, Mary Dohrmann, entered a plea of not guilty during the brief court session.
Donald Trump’s 4th: Communists, Fireworks and Voting Rights
Perhaps the most strikingly ironic moment of his speech came when he equated immigrants and protesters as communists in his now signature attempt to invoke a new McCarthy era A small fireworks detonation in San Francico’s Chinatown and the accompanying air pollution. The World’s Greatest Fireworks Display managed to produce AQ readings as high as 28 an increase of 12,000% above July 4, 2025. America’s 250th Independence Day celebration was unlike any other the nation has ever seen.
Donald Trump’s 4th: Communists, Fireworks and Voting Rights
WASHINGTON (07-06) – America’s 250th Independence Day celebration was unlike any other the nation has ever seen. The extravaganza here in Washington reigned over by a stubbornly independent and aging president who does as he pleases is not what July 4th is all about. America deserved better. The weekend began with Trump opening the holiday by traveling to South Dakota where, prior to his departure, he shared on social media an edited video depicting his likeness superimposed on Mount Rushmore.
The Great American State Un-Fair Flop
This State Fair celebrating our Independence is boring, uneventful, partisan, revivalist, off theme and frankly pathetic. If you have an opportunity to miss it, do. “Nobody has seen anything like it before!” — Donald Trump, ad nauseum. Trump has once again outdone himself with his latest Great American State Fair, great un-extravaganza on the National Mall, billed as a celebration of the 250th anniversary of our nation’s independence.
The Great American State Un-Fair
“Nobody has seen anything like it before!” — Donald Trump, ad nauseum. Trump has once again outdone himself with his latest Great American State Fair, great un-extravaganza on the National Mall, billed as a celebration of the 250th anniversary of our nation’s independence. The unpopular president’s thinly veiled “vanity fair” has been met by a disinterested and boredpublic that has become increasingly fatigued and leery of participating in anything Trump.
The Great American State Un-Fair Flop
WASHINGTON (07-02) – “Nobody has seen anything like it before!” — Donald Trump, ad nauseum. Trump has once again outdone himself with his latest Great American State Fair, great un-extravaganza on the National Mall, billed as a celebration of the 250th anniversary of our nation’s independence. The unpopular president’s thinly veiled “vanity fair” has been met by a disinterested and bored public that has become increasingly fatigued and leery of participating in anything Trump.
Marin County Jail Protest Calls to Scrap ICE
Protesters outside the Marin County Jail calling for “ICE Out of Marin” charged Sheriff Jamie Scardina with complicity for continuing to assist in the arrests of undocumented county prisoners upon their release from jail by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
Marin County Jail Protest Calls to Scrap ICE
SAN RAFAEL (06-07) – Protesters outside the Marin County Jail calling for “ICE Out of Marin” charged Sheriff Jamie Scardina with complicity for continuing to assist in the arrests of undocumented county prisoners upon their release from jail by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
Activists Demand Citizens Bank De-ICE Its Investments
Activists outside of the local Citizens Private Bank branch continued demanding the bank “De-Ice” their financial support for CoreCivic and the GEO Group that both operate ICE for-profit prisons. A nationwide protest saw activists demanding that Citizens Bank end its financing of for-profit private prisons used by ICE.
Activists demand Citizens Bank De-ICE its investments
Human rights and immigration reform activists in Marin County protested at the Citizens Private Bank office calling for the bank to sever its continued financial support of private for-profit prison companies that run ICE facilities nationwide.
Activists demand Citizens Bank De-ICE its investments
Mill Valley, CA (06-06) – Human rights and immigration reform activists in Marin County protested at the Citizens Private Bank office calling for the bank to sever its continued financial support of private for-profit prison companies that run ICE facilities nationwide.
St. Peter’s Chair and Its Islamic Message
VENICE (05-19) – Hidden among Venice’s rich tapestry of art, Islamic-inspired architecture, museums, culture, cuisine, and iconic landmarks is the unique religious relic of “St. Peter’s Chair,” housed in Venice’s first cathedral, the Basilica di San Pietro di Castello. Originally constructed in 841AD, the church was rebuilt after a devastating fire in 1120. Later, in 1558, the Basilica was transformed into its present design by Italian Renaissance architect, Andrea Palladio.
Far-Right Nationalist Monarchists March in Paris
PARIS (05-10) – The annual royalist tribute organized by the far-right nationalist promonarchist French political movement L’Action Française during the national holiday, Fête nationale de Jeanne d’Arc et du patriotisme, took place on May 10, featuring a parade, brief speeches, and flower-laying at the golden statue of France’s patron saint in the Place des Pyramides.
Historic Milan Library Move Prompts Protest
MILAN (05-06) – Milan’s beloved main public library the Biblioteca Sormani that calls itself “The Library of Everyone” and often described as Europe’s most beautiful, has been involved in controversy regarding its future since March when it was announced that the library would cease to exist in the 17th c Baroque Palazzo Sormani. The plan calls for the library to be moved to a new facility and for the building’s transformation into a culture center.
May Day Worker Solidarity in Trieste
Organized labor in Italy plays an important role in protecting workers’ rights, and unions who regularly call strikes, or scioperi, to address a wide range of grievances. Labor activists march in Trieste on May Day in solidarity with workers around the world in seeking better conditions and pay.
May Day Worker Solidarity in Trieste
La Festa dei Lavoratori, (International Worker’s Day, May Day) is an important Italian national holiday that celebrates workers of the world by calling for better working conditions, wages and safety on the job in a display of solidarity for workers and women’s rights among numerous other labor, social and political issues. Many businesses and schools are closed today, and people are encouraged to not work or shop in solidarity.
May Day Worker Solidarity in Trieste
May Day Worker Solidarity in Trieste TRIESTE (05-01) – La Festa dei Lavoratori, (International Worker’s Day, May Day) is an important Italian national holiday that celebrates workers of the world by calling for better working conditions, wages and safety on the job in a display of solidarity for workers and women’s rights among numerous other labor, social and political issues. Many businesses and schools are closed today, and people are encouraged to not work or shop in solidarity.
Dying from SMOG, Activists Protest for Change
Members of Extinction Rebellion, the global non-violent environmental activist group, met this morning in the beautiful 17th century Baroque Piazza San Carlo where they organized a “Funeral for the Environment” protest and march to the Consiglio Regionale del Piemonte at the Palazzo Lascaris, to demand cleaner air for the region. Prior to the march, activists dressed in black prepared a black coffin with a long black veil as is the custom for burials in Italy.
Dying from SMOG, Activists Protest for Change
TURIN (04-21) – Members of Extinction Rebellion, the global non-violent environmental activist group, met this morning in the beautiful 17th century Baroque Piazza San Carlo where they organized a “Funeral for the Environment” protest and march to the Consiglio Regionale del Piemonte at the Palazzo Lascaris, to demand cleaner air for the region. Prior to the march, activists dressed in black prepared a black coffin with a long black veil as is the custom for burials in Italy.
French Assembly Withdraws Attack on Free Speech, For Now
As part of a week of protests across France to show solidarity and resistance with Palestinians, a large protest in Paris on April 16 took place near the National Assembly ahead of a scheduled vote on the controversial anti-semitism bill “The Yadan law.” But at the last minute, the Assembly withdrew the draft bill deciding instead to incorporate its full text into a new draft that it will consider in late June.
French Assembly Withdraws Attack on Free Speech, For Now
Paris (04-16) – As part of a week of protests across France to show solidarity and resistance with Palestinians, a large protest in Paris on April 16 took place near the National Assembly ahead of a scheduled vote on the controversial anti-semitism bill “The Yadan law.” But at the last minute, the Assembly withdrew the draft bill deciding instead to incorporate its full text into a new draft that it will consider in late June.
French Ministers to Vote on Orcas’ Fate
The sanctuary would see other whales added as marine parks close and public sentiment for capturing and confining the large marine mammals diminishes. Animal rights advocates continue their protests calling on the French government to see that the last two orcas in France receive ethical treatment by being retired to a sanctuary in Canada, much to the chagrin of the captivity industry.
French Ministers to Vote on Orcas’ Fate
PARIS (04-14) – A pop-up protest by French human rights, animal rights, and environmental law activists, One Voice France Association for the Defense for Animals, whose motto proclaims, “Je Suis La Voix des Animaux” (I am the voice of marine animals) took place April 13 outside the Ministry of Ecology and Biodiversity and Negotiants of Climate and Nature.
No Kings, No Trump, No War Protesters Resist a Fascist America
Expected to be the largest protest in American history, organizers were not disappointed by the massive turnout that saw millions of people display their disapproval for the Trump regime.
Quds Day Participants Call for an End to War with Iran
When we say free Palestine, we are saying, free an end to colonization, an end to settler colonization, an end to continuous intervention and wars, and an end to continuous dismantling of countries. For the past 46 years, on the last Friday of the Islamic Holy month of Ramadan people around the world have taken to the streets to stand for justice in support of Palestinians and all oppressed people across the globe.
Quds Day Participants Call for an End to War with Iran : Indybay
SAN FRANCISCO (03-14) - For the past 46 years, on the last Friday of the Islamic Holy month of Ramadan people around the world have taken to the streets to stand for justice in support of Palestinians and all oppressed people across the globe.
Marin Sheriff Ignores Pleas to Decouple From ICE
Activists objecting to the sheriff’s participation have presented the supervisors with a petition containing more than 6,000 signatures demanding the sheriff end his cooperation with ICE.
Marin Sheriff Ignores Pleas to Decouple From ICE : Indybay
SAN RAFAEL, California (03-11) - Marin County Sheriff, Jamie Scardina, who has been under pressure along with the county Board of Supervisors to discontinue the Sheriff's voluntary participation with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in the Criminal Alien Assistance Program (SCAAP), made a presentation on March 11 at a public TRUTH Act Forum as required by California's TRUTH ACT AB 2792 (Transparent Review of Unjust Transfers and Holds) of 2017.
Iran War Protests Erupt as US–Israel Offensive Draws Opposition
The crowd shared the idea that money is better spent here at home for services such as universal health care, education and housing for all Americans. As Donald Trump and Netanyahu’s unpopular and illegal war in Iran gains momentum, anti-war and human rights activists held a rally and march on March 7, calling for an end to the hostilities but for the continuation of negotiations to find a diplomatic solution in ending the conflict.
No More Trumplomacy : Indybay
SAN FRANCISCO (03-01) - As Americans and the world ended February with the news that Israel and the US had begun their illegal war with an aerial attack on Iran, anti-war activists across the globe hastily organized protests to this latest aggression in resistance to yet another resource war.
Aaron Bushnell Memorial Calls for “US and Israel Out of Palestine”
The need to remember Aaron Bushnell’s personal sacrifice in drawing attention to the ongoing Israeli genocide and US complicity was expressed using signs, banners and flags along with drums and whistles.
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