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🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Did you know that you can protest with a needle and thread?

Craftivism, a modern form of activism, promotes expressing political and social views through crafts like knitting and embroidery instead of traditional protest methods.

Mar 4 • 05:36 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
World

Masih Alinejad, Iranian dissident in exile: "Iranians fear that Trump will follow the Venezuelan scenario"

Masih Alinejad, an exiled Iranian activist, expresses concerns that the political situation in Iran may deteriorate further under potential U.S. leadership similar to Venezuela's.

Mar 4 • 01:12 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

U.S. Administration Hangs Banner of Charlie Kirk, Aligning Him with Historic Figures

A banner featuring conservative activist Charlie Kirk was displayed on the U.S. Department of Education's exterior, aligning him with historical figures as part of a celebration of the nation's 250th anniversary.

Mar 3 • 01:19 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Goya Awards: From Dolores Fonzi to Susan Sarandon and Alba Flores, all the demands of the gala

The Goya Awards gala was marked by political statements, notably about the situation in Gaza, while also celebrating Spanish cinema.

Mar 2 • 00:19 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Badges and demands for Palestine on the red carpet of the Goya Awards 2026: "Culture must be a political loudspeaker, we cannot remain on the sidelines"

The Goya Awards 2026 saw many attendees wearing badges advocating for Palestinian rights, showcasing a blend of fashion and political activism on the red carpet.

Feb 28 • 19:23 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Democracy Police: 'Politicians have lowered their bar for activism'

The local Swedish political scene reacts strongly to activist actions against the Moderates party, highlighting tensions regarding acceptable forms of political expression.

Feb 27 • 17:16 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Expert: Weak Argumentation in the Verdict Against Activist

An expert criticizes the court's ruling against a man convicted of disturbing peace with political protests outside the homes of Swedish ministers.

Feb 27 • 16:21 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Father of Hong Kong Democracy Activist Sentenced to Imprisonment for Violating National Security Law, Daughter Criticizes as 'Guilt by Association'

The father of a wanted Hong Kong democracy activist was sentenced to eight months in prison for attempting to withdraw funds linked to his daughter's education policy, amid ongoing political repression under the national security law.

Feb 27 • 09:33 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Blanca Pedrín: Activist, Businesswoman, Politician... or a Risk to the Heritage of San José del Cabo?

The article analyzes the complicated persona of Blanca Pedrín, who presents as a cultural and environmental activist but has business and political interests that raise questions about her true motives.

Feb 27 • 07:40 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Deaths: He was the guardian of his father's works and marked culture in his own way

Nelson Rodrigues Filho, known for his contributions to Brazilian theater and culture, dedicated his life to preserving and adapting his father's works while also engaging in political activism.

Feb 26 • 22:32 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Political storm in Wyoming as far-right activist caught handing checks to lawmakers

A political scandal emerges in Wyoming after a far-right activist was caught handing checks to Republican lawmakers on the state house floor, raising concerns about financial influence in politics.

Feb 26 • 15:00 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Jacob Lundström: I Understand the Applause After the Action at Dramaten

A political activist interrupted a performance of "Rage" at Dramaten, raising questions about the nature and impact of such forms of protest.

Feb 26 • 09:35 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

Brazil politicians convicted for ordering murder of black activist councilor

Brazilian politicians have been convicted in connection with the murder of a black activist and councilor, highlighting ongoing issues surrounding political violence and discrimination in the country.

Feb 25 • 19:26 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Political Reporting: The Enemy Films With

The article critiques the blending of reporting and commentary in contemporary political journalism, specifically referencing an ARD piece on right-wing women.

Feb 25 • 14:57 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Robert De Niro calls on Americans to "save the country" by "resisting" Donald Trump

Robert De Niro urges Americans to resist Donald Trump's administration to restore the nation.

Feb 25 • 09:55 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Kenya: Kenya Expels Zimbabwean Lawyer Brian Kagoro Over Alleged Role in Funding Protests

Kenya has expelled Zimbabwean lawyer Brian Kagoro, accusing him of involvement in funding protests aimed at inciting political unrest.

Feb 25 • 05:26 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

State of the Union: Trump paid tribute to Charlie Kirk

Donald Trump honored Charlie Kirk, the conservative activist who was murdered a few months ago, during his State of the Union address.

Feb 25 • 03:46 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

France: Towards the prohibition of one far-left and three far-right groups after the murder of an activist

France plans to dissolve three far-right groups and one far-left group following the murder of a far-right activist.

Feb 24 • 17:54 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Diplomatic dispute after the fatal beating of an activist

The diplomatic row between France and the USA escalated following the fatal beating of a right-wing activist, resulting in the French Foreign Ministry barring the US ambassador from direct contact with its ministers.

Feb 23 • 19:44 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
National & Local

Obuljen Koržinek allocates funds for a ‘queer season’ and festival where the Croatian flag is destroyed

The Croatian Ministry of Culture has allocated €5,500 to the LGBT association Domino for events related to queer art and activism in 2026, amid controversy surrounding the association's ties to the political party Možemo and investigations into financial misconduct.

Feb 23 • 10:30 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

GW's backlash: Stop your comments...

Minister Maria Malmer Stenergard criticizes Leif GW Persson's support for political activism, specifically an incident involving painted apples left at a politician's door.

Feb 22 • 13:32 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Leif GW Persson supports activist charged with threatening ministers: 'Freedom of expression'

Prominent Swedish criminologist Leif GW Persson has publicly backed an activist facing charges of unlawful threats, emphasizing the importance of freedom of expression in the context of political dissent.

Feb 22 • 11:52 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Seven years after the murder of Samir Flores: Calls to investigate Cuauhtémoc Blanco and Hugo Eric Flores

The anniversary of activist Samir Flores' murder sees calls for justice and accountability directed at political figures in Morelos, Mexico.

Feb 21 • 20:44 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
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Rodolfo Díaz has died, a key ally of Menem who combined academic training with political activism

Rodolfo Díaz, a prominent political figure from Carlos Menem's administration, has passed away at the age of 82.

Feb 21 • 13:11 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

French minister pledges tight security at rally for killed activist

The French interior minister announced heightened security measures for an upcoming rally honoring a far-right activist who was recently killed, amidst rising tensions linked to political violence in the country.

Feb 20 • 13:49 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
World

Activists Investigating Prison Conditions Arrested in Turkey

A group of six European activists was arrested in Istanbul while meeting with lawyers from a human rights office, allegedly due to links to a terrorist group, which they and their supporters deny.

Feb 20 • 10:56 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
World

We are experiencing a political Middle Ages, says the man who examines what Palestinians really think

A discussion with Obada Štaja sheds light on Palestinian public opinion and the challenges of conveying a complete narrative amid ongoing conflict.

Feb 20 • 08:01 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

"The Far Left Killed." The Death of an Activist in France Sparked a Political Storm

The death of an activist in France has ignited a political firestorm, with accusations aimed at far-left groups.

Feb 19 • 15:30 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Iraq opens investigation after video of 'Al-Jawahiri'.. what's the story?

Iraq is launching an investigation into a controversial video featuring the poet Muhammad Mahdi Al-Jawahiri, which has drawn criticism on social media.

Feb 19 • 13:48 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Macron: The political extremes of France must 'sort out their house' after the murder of an activist

French President Emmanuel Macron stated that the political extremes of the country must 'sort out their house' following the murder of a far-right activist over the weekend.

Feb 19 • 12:41 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

American Politics up in the Air over the Olympic Facility in Livigno

American athletes are facing criticism and political controversy as they prepare for the Olympics in Milan-Cortina, primarily centered around freestyle skier Hunter Hess's statements.

Feb 19 • 08:27 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

YASunidos alerts of political persecution due to complaint being processed in the Electoral Controversy Tribunal

The environmental group YASunidos claims political persecution related to an electoral complaint regarding their campaign finances for a 2023 public consultation.

Feb 18 • 22:55 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

What a horror this screen, Rackete rams I pay and Gabanelli: so today...

An article discusses a shocking incident in Paris involving leftist activists tearing down memorial posters for a young identitarian named Quentin, who was recently attacked by a leftist group.

Feb 18 • 21:58 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Wagner Moura, Oscar candidate for The Secret Agent: "The left has lost, but that doesn’t mean we have to resign ourselves"

Wagner Moura, nominated for an Oscar for his role in 'The Secret Agent', reflects on the political landscape and the necessity for continued activism despite setbacks.

Feb 18 • 20:30 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

Pressure mounts on France's far-left party after killing of far-right activist

France's far-left political party faces increasing scrutiny following the murder of a far-right activist, raising tensions in the national political landscape.

Feb 18 • 19:15 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

France: Parliamentary aide arrested after death of far-right activist

A parliamentary aide in France has been arrested following the death of a far-right activist, triggering discussions about political violence and the far-right movement in the country.

Feb 18 • 17:27 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

'Political earthquake' as 11 held in France over death of far-right activist

Eleven individuals have been detained in France in connection with the death of a far-right activist, causing significant political tension and discussions surrounding extreme politics in the country.

Feb 18 • 14:27 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

[Exclusive] Citizens of South Korea Who Prevented the 12·3 Martial Law Have Been Nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize

Prominent political scientists worldwide have nominated South Korean citizens who thwarted the 12·3 martial law for the Nobel Peace Prize.

Feb 18 • 12:42 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

French far-left party in the spotlight over far-right activist’s death

The French far-left party is facing scrutiny following the death of a far-right activist, raising questions about political violence and accountability in France.

Feb 18 • 12:29 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 Universo (ES)
Life & Tech

Ethan Hawke at the Berlinale: 'Anything that fights fascism, I'm totally in favor of'

Ethan Hawke expressed his support for fighting fascism at the Berlin International Film Festival while addressing the challenges artists face when voicing political opinions.

Feb 17 • 22:20 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
National & Local

Tensions in France: Far Left Accused of Murdering Right-Wing Activist

The murder of a right-wing activist has shaken the political landscape in France, with four individuals arrested, including an assistant to a leftist member of parliament.

Feb 17 • 21:46 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Seven suspects detained in France for the murder of far-right activist

French authorities have arrested two more individuals in connection with the murder of a 23-year-old far-right activist, bringing the total number of arrests to seven.

Feb 17 • 20:52 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Four people arrested for the murder of young right-wing activist in France

French police have arrested four suspects related to the murder of a right-wing activist in Lyon, France, who was attacked during a political demonstration.

Feb 17 • 18:49 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Harvard students earn course credit helping asylum seekers as critics call school 'bastion of woke activism'

Harvard University is offering a course where students can earn credit for assisting asylum seekers, which has sparked criticism regarding the school's perceived political stance.

Feb 17 • 16:55 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Murder of activist escalates French faction conflict

The murder of a young far-right activist in Lyon has been deemed an escalation of factional violence in France.

Feb 17 • 16:39 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

The Murder of a Right-Wing Populist Activist Causes Political Tensions in France

The murder of right-wing populist activist Quentin Deranque in France has escalated political tensions amid allegations linking suspects to left-wing populists.

Feb 17 • 15:49 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
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

France opens murder probe into killing of far-right activist

France has initiated a murder investigation following the killing of a far-right activist.

Feb 17 • 10:30 UTC

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