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🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

In Memory of Jesse Jackson [Jang Seok-jun's Progressive Politics]

Civil rights leader Jesse Jackson passed away at the age of 84, remembered for his leadership in the African American community and significant influence in Democratic politics.

Feb 25 • 08:30 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Namibia: Namibians Remember Jesse Jackson's Visit to Namibia

Namibians reflect on Jesse Jackson's impactful visit to the country just before its independence in 1990, following the civil rights leader's recent passing.

Feb 23 • 05:27 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Jesse Jackson: One of the Most Prominent Leaders of the American Civil Rights Movement in the Twentieth Century

Jesse Jackson was a key figure in the American Civil Rights Movement and a political activist who ran for presidency twice in the 1980s.

Feb 21 • 17:03 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

Epstein, Andrew's arrest and Royal crisis

The article discusses the arrest of Prince Andrew on charges of misconduct, in connection with Jeffrey Epstein, amidst a tumultuous week for global events.

Feb 20 • 21:32 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Against Trump, American students prepare to monitor elections

American students are mobilizing to monitor elections in response to rising authoritarianism, inspired by civil rights activism from the past.

Feb 20 • 02:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

The Black Civil Rights Movement and the Rainbow Coalition

This article recounts the life and activism of civil rights leader Jesse Jackson, highlighting his efforts in forming alliances across diverse communities.

Feb 19 • 08:39 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

How Jesse Jackson Brought the Civil Rights Struggle in the US to the Center of the Economy

The article discusses Jesse Jackson's vital role in the civil rights movement in the US, particularly focusing on his work in economic equality.

Feb 19 • 07:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

After his controversial video against Obama, Trump celebrated Black History Month

Donald Trump celebrated Black History Month at the White House amid criticism over a controversial video depicting Barack and Michelle Obama as apes.

Feb 18 • 23:01 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Trump lauds 'piece of work' Jesse Jackson in 'sold-out' Black History Month event

During a Black History Month event at the White House, President Trump praised the late civil rights activist Jesse Jackson as a 'real hero' and reflected on their evolving relationship.

Feb 18 • 22:41 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Encouraging Figure Jesse Jackson: The Civil Rights Activist from Sesame Street

The article discusses the legacy of Jesse Jackson as a civil rights leader known for his powerful rhetoric and grassroots mobilization, particularly in the context of his connections to Martin Luther King Jr.

Feb 18 • 16:27 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

First Thing: Obama, Clinton, and Biden lead tributes to Jesse Jackson, ‘one of America’s greatest patriots’

Former presidents Obama, Clinton, and Biden honor the legacy of civil rights leader Jesse Jackson, who recently passed away at 84.

Feb 18 • 11:20 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Vance, Harris, Obama issue tributes to Rev Jesse Jackson

Prominent political figures, including Vice President JD Vance and former Presidents Kamala Harris and Barack Obama, paid tribute to Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr. following his death at 84.

Feb 18 • 11:04 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Chicago vigil pays tribute to civil rights icon Jesse Jackson

A vigil in Chicago honored the legacy of Rev. Jesse Jackson, who passed away, celebrating his lifelong commitment to civil rights and equality.

Feb 18 • 11:01 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

BBC Breakfast pay tribute to 'key figure' after heartbreaking death

BBC Breakfast hosts pay tribute to civil rights leader Jesse Jackson following his recent death at age 84.

Feb 18 • 07:37 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Africa: Chairperson of the African Union Commission Mourns the Passing of Hon. Rev Jesse Jackson

The Chairperson of the African Union Commission mourns Rev. Jesse Jackson's death, highlighting his contributions to civil rights and alignment with Africa's struggles for justice.

Feb 18 • 05:09 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Jesse Jackson: Between Martin Luther King and Obama

Jesse Jackson, a passionate civil rights activist in the U.S., passed away at 84, marking the end of an era for minority rights advocacy.

Feb 18 • 04:51 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Jesse Jackson helped lay the groundwork for America's first Black president

Jesse Jackson's contributions to civil rights and political activism significantly influenced Barack Obama's campaign and presidency, as acknowledged by Obama and others following Jackson's passing.

Feb 18 • 04:36 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Jesse Louis Jackson, by Sciammarella

This is a political cartoon featuring Jesse Louis Jackson, created by the illustrator Sciammarella.

Feb 18 • 04:30 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

The Long March of Jesse, the Prophet Who Smelled Power

Jesse Jackson, a pivotal figure in the civil rights movement and a prominent voice following Martin Luther King Jr.'s assassination, passed away at the age of 84 after a long illness.

Feb 18 • 04:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Jesse Jackson, civil rights activist, dies in the United States

Reverend Jesse Jackson, a prominent civil rights leader in the United States, has passed away at the age of 84.

Feb 18 • 00:38 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

Jesse Jackson's death will 'harness the power of the people to go forward'

Gloria J. Browne-Marshall discusses the implications of Jesse Jackson's death for civil rights and the future of diversity in America.

Feb 17 • 22:04 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
World

Tributes pour in for Jesse Jackson, icon of the American civil rights movement

Jesse Jackson, a prominent figure in the American civil rights movement, is receiving widespread tributes following his passing.

Feb 17 • 20:10 UTC
🇦🇺 Guardian Australia
National & Local

Morning Mail: aged care algorithm making ‘cruel’ decisions, Jesse Jackson mourned, Australia’s World Cup washout

Aged care workers have criticized an algorithm used for determining support packages for the elderly as 'cruel', alongside tributes for civil rights leader Jesse Jackson and Australia's exit from the T20 World Cup.

Feb 17 • 19:52 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

RICHARD FOWLER: I ran into Jesse Jackson — and into history: the man who shaped a nation

Richard Fowler reflects on his encounter with civil rights leader Jesse Jackson and the significant role Jackson played in shaping American public life.

Feb 17 • 19:48 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Jesse Jackson was the living bridge between King and Obama

Jesse Jackson, a prominent civil rights leader, passed away at 84, remembered as a significant political voice linking Martin Luther King Jr. and Barack Obama.

Feb 17 • 19:20 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

African Nova Scotian church community leaders mourn Rev. Jesse Jackson

The African Nova Scotian community is mourning Rev. Jesse Jackson, who passed away at 84, leaving a significant impact during his visit to Nova Scotia in 2009.

Feb 17 • 18:39 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Jesse Jackson, the icon whose voice managed to break the ceilings

Jesse Jackson, a prominent figure in the civil rights movement and a two-time presidential candidate, passed away at the age of 84, leaving behind a legacy of advocacy for racial equality and social justice in the United States.

Feb 17 • 17:57 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
National & Local

Barack Obama pays tribute to 'true giant' Jesse Jackson after Donald Trump swipe

Barack Obama honored civil rights leader Jesse Jackson, who passed away at 84, crediting him for paving the way for his presidency amidst remarks from Donald Trump.

Feb 17 • 17:36 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Jesse Jackson defended Nigeria’s democracy, Tinubu mourns US rights leader

Nigerian President Bola Tinubu expressed condolences over the death of American civil rights leader Jesse Jackson, highlighting his legacy in the fight for justice and equality.

Feb 17 • 16:47 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Jesse Jackson: America’s Greatest Moral Voice, Olawepo-Hashim Mourns

Dr. Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim mourns the death of Jesse Jackson, calling him a significant figure in the global fight for justice and equality.

Feb 17 • 16:45 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

Jesse Jackson: Civil rights leader dies aged 84

Civil rights leader Jesse Jackson has passed away at the age of 84.

Feb 17 • 16:33 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

SZ in the Evening: News from February 17, 2026

The article highlights major news in Germany, including the categorization of the AfD party in Niedersachsen as extremist, the death of civil rights activist Jesse Jackson, and a controversy involving a news broadcast using AI-generated images.

Feb 17 • 16:24 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Jesse Jackson, a symbol of the civil rights struggle in the U.S., dies at 84

Jesse Jackson, a prominent figure in the civil rights movement and close associate of Martin Luther King Jr., has passed away at 84 years old.

Feb 17 • 16:15 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Jesse Jackson, emblem of civil rights in the US, has died: 'He changed the nation and the world'

Civil rights leader Jesse Jackson has passed away at the age of 84, surrounded by family, with plans for a public tribute in Chicago.

Feb 17 • 16:08 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

‘One of America’s greatest patriots’: US political leaders pay tribute to Jesse Jackson

Political leaders honor Jesse Jackson, a civil rights icon, following his death at age 84, recognizing his transformative impact on society.

Feb 17 • 15:44 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Trump on Jesse Jackson: He was a good man

Donald Trump remembered civil rights leader Jesse Jackson, who passed away at the age of 84, as a "good man" and a significant figure in the fight for political rights.

Feb 17 • 15:40 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Legendary US civil rights activist Jesse Jackson has died

Veteran pastor and civil rights leader Jesse Jackson has passed away at the age of 84, as confirmed by his family.

Feb 17 • 15:39 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Reverend Jesse Jackson, a star of the American Black and civil rights movement, passes away... supported South Korea's democratization

Jesse Jackson, a prominent civil rights leader in the U.S., passed away at the age of 84, remembered for his advocacy for marginalized communities and support for South Korea's democratization.

Feb 17 • 15:34 UTC
🇨🇦 National Post
National & Local

Jesse Jackson, civil rights leader who ran for president twice, dies at 84

Jesse Jackson, a prominent civil rights leader and two-time presidential candidate, has died at the age of 84.

Feb 17 • 15:22 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Jesse Jackson: a veteran of civil rights seeking common ground

The family of Jesse Jackson announced his death, honoring his unwavering faith in justice, equality, and love that inspired millions.

Feb 17 • 15:22 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: GR1 of Tuesday, February 17

The article covers various highlights from the Rio Carnival, including a tragic accident in the Federal District and the passing of civil rights leader Jesse Jackson.

Feb 17 • 15:20 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Jesse Jackson, the negotiator: the day the religious leader managed to get Fidel Castro to release 48 prisoners in Cuba during the Reagan era

The article recounts Jesse Jackson's successful negotiation for the release of 48 Cuban prisoners during a meeting with Fidel Castro in 1984, amidst skepticism from the Reagan administration.

Feb 17 • 15:18 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Jesse Jackson, ‘protege’ of Luther King, dies at 84: ‘Our father served the oppressed’

Reverend Jesse L. Jackson, a prominent leader in the U.S. Civil Rights Movement and a protégé of Martin Luther King Jr., passed away at the age of 84.

Feb 17 • 14:51 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Good Morning Amazonas this Tuesday, February 17, 2026

This article highlights key events in Brazil, including the continued celebration of Carnaval in Rio de Janeiro and significant news regarding political and social issues.

Feb 17 • 14:44 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Obituary: The Man Who Wanted to Change America’s Thinking

Jesse Jackson, a key figure in the African American civil rights movement and a political activist, passed away at the age of 84 in Chicago.

Feb 17 • 14:35 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Good Morning Amazon on Tuesday, February 17, 2026

The article highlights key events from Rio Carnival, a tragic accident in the DF, the passing of civil rights leader Jesse Jackson, and updates on US-Iran nuclear negotiations.

Feb 17 • 14:27 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
National & Local

US civil rights leader Jesse Jackson dies

Jesse Jackson, a prominent civil rights leader and former presidential candidate, has died at the age of 84 in Chicago.

Feb 17 • 14:24 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

Jesse Jackson 'proved that a black man could be a serious contender for the White House'

Jesse Jackson's presidential campaigns set a precedent for African American candidates in the U.S.

Feb 17 • 14:10 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Jesse Jackson was 'direct connection to great civil rights era', says Diane Abbott

Diane Abbott honors Jesse Jackson as a key figure in the civil rights movement, highlighting his global impact and relevance today amid rising racism.

Feb 17 • 14:09 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Legendary US Civil Rights Movement Leader Jesse Jackson Passes Away

Jesse Jackson, a prominent figure in the US civil rights movement, has died, having dedicated most of his life to ending racial segregation and advocating for marginalized groups.

Feb 17 • 14:02 UTC

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