Sunday, November 24, 2024

6 lessons for climate activists in turbulent times

With astonishing victories and new innovations in organizing over the past year and a half, the climate movement continues to build power and supply hope amid a worsening crisis.

When in doubt, strip search and restrain the unwell

"Helping" people by shaming them — and canceling their civil rights.

The rent crisis: Half of US renters face unprecedented housing affordability challenges

The study reveals a staggering 50 percent of U.S. renters were dedicating more than 30 percent of their income to cover rent and utilities.

Federal workers unite in solidarity with Gaza: A stand against policy and starvation

This initiative, organized by Feds United for Peace, is aimed at highlighting the dire humanitarian situation in Gaza and fostering dialogue around sustainable solutions.

Surge in anti-Muslim and anti-Palestinian bias: A reflection of the Israel-Hamas conflict

The political and social landscape in the United States has been significantly influenced by the Israel-Hamas conflict, with the surge in bias incidents reflecting deeper divisions.

Virgilio Aguilar Méndez is facing murder charges for an officer who died of natural...

An officer died of a heart attack while attacking Virgilio Aguilar Méndez; now Aguilar Méndez is facing murder charges.

ICJ rules on allegations of genocide by Israel in historic decision

The International Court of Justice deems it "plausible" that Israel may be committing acts of genocide in Gaza, setting a precedent for international law and humanitarian intervention.

Native American communities have the highest suicide rates, yet interventions are scarce

“It’s about time we had this line. To be able to connect people with resources and listen to them is something I can’t explain except that I was in a situation where I wanted someone to hear me and talk to.”

Federal judge blocks EPA’s enforcement of civil rights in environmental cases

"We are suffering, we are dying," said Mary Hampton of Concerned Citizens of St. John. "That's a hard thing to deal with."

US Supreme Court upholds free speech in Palestinian rights advocacy case

Does the high court's decision mark a significant moment for free speech and Palestinian rights advocacy in the U.S.?