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Taxi drivers in Greece are holding a nationwide strike today to protest against new transport legislation.

The Public Ministry of São Paulo has launched an investigation into the actions of the Metropolitan Civil Guard during the dispersal of the Vai Quem Qué block party in Butantã following reports of pepper spray and tear gas use against revelers.

On January 17, a significant protest organized by major labor unions in South Korea demonstrated changes in police presence and management methods during public gatherings.

A silent march in Santander called for accountability regarding the deaths of six young people who fell into the sea after a walkway collapse.

Thousands of people gathered in Prague to protest against Prime Minister Andrej Babiš's government, which has faced accusations of authoritarianism and plans to reduce public media funding.

A significant protest organized by six public service unions took place in Zagreb, demanding better social dialogue with the government and negotiations on collective agreements.

Residents of Presidente Prudente protested against changes to the city's public transport system, highlighting delays and insufficient information.

The Leipzig Fair saw Czech participation alongside protests against a minister.

A charity is legally challenging a law change in the UK that restricts protests outside animal testing facilities by classifying them as 'key national infrastructure.'

The commentary discusses the upcoming protest organized by the Million Moments for Democracy group and the challenges the Czech government led by Andrej Babiš faces in managing public expectations.

The Samajwadi Party organized a strong protest today to highlight the ongoing LPG gas shortage affecting the public.

A couple installed a gate on provincial route 12 in Chubut, asserting the road is on private property, despite local outcry.

The National Power Party's decision to exclude incumbent Chungbuk Governor Kim Young-hwan from candidacy has led to significant backlash, including his public protest by shaving his head.

A protest by teachers and other state employees in Rio de Janeiro demanded salary recomposition and better working conditions at Palácio Guanabara.

A British painter publically called out a pub owner for failing to pay the full amount for exterior painting work done on the establishment.

Environmental groups in Daejeon protest the city's resumption of river dredging, claiming it is a waste of public funds and detrimental to the ecosystem.

Joe Kent, the director of the National Counterterrorism Center, resigns in protest against the U.S. war in Iran, claiming it lacks benefit for the American public.

Healthcare workers and supporters rallied across Canada to protest against the potential implementation of a two-tiered health care system following Alberta's Bill 11.

Ene-Liis Semper's concert 'Where are you?' serves both as a protest and an attempt to shift the narrative in Estonian public discourse regarding nature.

A lecturer has been identified as a suspect in a public order violation case involving a protest in Vilnius.

Taxi drivers in Greece are initiating an all-out strike starting March 17 to protest government policies favoring private interests over public transport.

Cuban protesters, frustrated with power outages and food shortages, attacked a Communist Party office in a rare public display of dissent.

A group of knitters in Copenhagen protested against the lack of representation of women in public art by dressing statues of naked women, provoking public curiosity and discussion.

In Hapur, India, a gas agency was sealed by authorities due to allegations of black marketing, resulting in public unrest and a road blockade by frustrated consumers.

The Chicago Teachers Union is urging a school shutdown on May Day to protest against what they perceive as attacks on public education by current political leaders.

A journalist in Italy is under investigation for possessing pepper spray purchased online, igniting a public protest against perceived overreach by the law.

Residents of Noida are frustrated due to the unavailability of gas cylinders, impacting their daily lives and causing public outcry.

The Syntagma Metro station in Athens will remain closed from 17:30 today on the orders of the Greek Police due to increased security measures related to a planned anti-war protest.

The UK government has prohibited pro-Palestinian protests due to concerns over public order and ongoing Middle East conflicts.

The UK government has banned a pro-Palestinian march over concerns it is organized by a group supportive of the Iranian regime, citing potential public disorder.

The UK government has banned the Al-Quds Day march, marking the first protest prohibition in London in over a decade, citing concerns over public order and connections to Iran.

Senate President Bartolomé Abdala condemned a violent protest against him in San Luis, attributing it to a small group of 'hate and confrontation militants' and criticized the provincial government for its inaction.

The Anambra State Police Command has advised residents planning to protest power outages to engage in dialogue instead.

A 19-year-old man suspected of assaulting a bus driver in Sorocaba, Brazil, has been identified and detained by authorities.

Construction of a tram line in Czechia faced immediate resistance as tree felling was halted due to public outcry.

An incident involving improvised explosive devices during a protest in New York City is being investigated as a possible terror attack influenced by ISIS.

A bombing incident near an anti-Islam protest in New York is being treated as terrorism inspired by ISIS.

A homemade explosive device was thrown during a protest outside New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani's house, as clashes erupted between rival groups.

Six individuals were arrested outside New York City Mayor Joharan Mamdani's residence for allegedly throwing smoke devices during an anti-Islam protest.

A man was arrested in New York for allegedly throwing what appeared to be two homemade explosive devices during an extreme right protest near the mayor's residence.

A public rosary prayer was disrupted by protesters in Zagreb's main square, as the event continues to attract attention each month.

The President of Krakow has announced corrections to the city's Clean Transport Zone (SCT) regulations following public protests and criticism.

Plateau State Police reassure the public following alleged plans for violent protests that were circulating on social media.

The Baldone municipality is facing significant public opposition to the proposed closure of its primary school, despite not showing poor demographic indicators, due to low enrollment in sixth grade.

Demolition efforts in Monrovia to reclaim public alleys and lands have provoked significant public protests over property rights.

A protest at the University of São Paulo called for a code of ethics for the STF, criticizing current practices that undermine public trust in the judiciary.

The eviction of environmental activists protesting against the construction of a children's museum in Bologna's Mitilini-Moneta-Stefanini park has led to clashes and arrests.

Arvind Kejriwal is making a strong return to politics with a public gathering at Jantar Mantar, following a favorable court ruling in the liquor policy case.

Employees and parents of students are camping outside the city hall in Pilar do Sul, demanding reassessment of the public transportation conditions.

The mayor's office in Irkutsk has revoked a permit for a protest against government restrictions on Telegram, originally granted to the liberal Yabloko party, citing public safety concerns after the event gained social media attention.