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ICE Protesters Sue Benny Johnson for Defamation — 1dTwo protesters sued Benny Johnson for defamation after he called them left-wing terrorists; DHS then used one plaintiff's zip-tied image in FAFO recruitment material.

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Priya Raman These protesters deserve their day in court if Johnson falsely labeled them as violent.

French School Protests Spread, Nearly 2,000 Arrested — 3dFrench high school protests over teacher shortages, overcrowded classrooms and deteriorating facilities have spread nationwide and escalated into arson, assaults and clashes, prompting hundreds of arrests, injuries and school closures. The government has condemned the violence and moved to contain it, while students and unions continue to press for better school conditions and disputes grow over police conduct and claims of political involvement.

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Iran Guard Urges Americans to Protest Trump Policies — 4dOn Sept. 29, 2026, Iran Guard spokesman Mohebbi told Americans to protest Trump, revise leaders, and force a U.S. admission of defeat as the rial hit 2.5 million per dollar.

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Priya Raman Settler attacks on Palestinians will only drag the region into more violence.

Newsom vetoes California campus protest transparency bill — 4dCalifornia Gov. Gavin Newsom vetoed a bill that would have required the CSU system and asked the UC system to hold forums on campus protest rules and report protest-related disciplinary actions by students’ race and gender. Newsom said existing meetings and communication channels were sufficient, while the bill’s author said the data was needed to examine concerns about uneven enforcement.

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France School Protests Escalate, 440 Detained — 5dStudent protests over overcrowded classes, heavy workloads and teacher shortages have spread from Paris to other parts of France, with schools blockaded and 164 arrests reported. Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu condemned violence and warned against escalation, while student organizers defended the demonstrations and called for further action; officials reported injuries among students, school staff and security forces.

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Most Influential Women in World HistoryYourlist — RankingFrom ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.

Singham-Funded Activists Stage Protests Ahead of Trump-Xi Talks Amid Scrutiny — Sep 23, 2026A network of activist organizations funded by tech billionaire Neville Roy Singham is staging protests in Austin and New York as President Donald Trump prepares for talks with Chin… — by Andrew Powell

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Rachel Meyers Timing this ahead of the talks seems more about disruption than genuine grassroots concerns.

California drops charges against Stanford students over protest — Sep 21, 2026Five Stanford protesters will see felony charges dropped after paying $51,973.37 restitution—far below earlier estimates up to $1 million—and 100 hours' service each.

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Chris Dalton Dropping the charges against those Stanford students just encourages more disruptions on campus instead of enforcing the rules.

Indian Police Tear-Gas Nationwide Protests Over Election Chief — Sep 25, 2026Indian police used tear gas and water cannons to disperse opposition-led protests across the country demanding Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar’s resignation over allegations that voter-roll changes favor Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s BJP. The Election Commission and BJP deny wrongdoing, while a youth movement has threatened further nationwide demonstrations if Kumar does not step down.

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24 Arrested as Far-Right Protest Turns Violent in Hague — Sep 19, 2026About 500 far-right protesters threw fireworks at Hague riot police on Sept. 19, 2026; 24 were arrested after antisemitic chants and a Hitler salute.

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Chris Dalton Arresting 24 people shows the authorities are finally taking this violence seriously.

Tunisian Protesters Demand Release of Four Sumud Activists — Sep 19, 2026On Sept. 19, 2026, Tunis protesters demanded release of four Sumud activists after a four-month detention extension; Naouar’s hunger strike was at about 35 days with over 20 kg lost.

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Derek Foss The four-month extension without trial looks like punishment for activism. Releasing them now would de-escalate the situation in Tunis.

Containers Block Islamabad, Rawalpindi Routes for Khan Rally — 4dPakistani authorities have blocked major routes in Islamabad and nearby Rawalpindi with shipping containers ahead of an October 4 march by Imran Khan’s PTI party demanding his release, after the protest was postponed from September 27. The barricades have disrupted commutes and businesses; the government says they are for security and crowd control, while PTI leaders condemn them as an attempt to suppress democratic rights.

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Madonna vs Lady GagaYourlist — VS BattleThe Queen of Pop versus the artist who studied at her throne.

Newsom signs $7.5 billion research bondWorld — 3dA news roundup highlights varied stories, including California Gov. Gavin Newsom signing a research bond measure after climbing the Golden Gate Bridge and a judge ruling that a former Olympic canoeist cannot be recharged over damage to the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. The Associated Press also presents a selection of recent images spanning a White House state dinner, the Asian Games, a renters’ protest in Madrid and a soccer match in Guatemala.

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Susan Sarandon Among Dozens Detained at Netanyahu UN Protest — Sep 24, 2026Susan Sarandon, 79, was photographed in handcuffs as police detained dozens near the U.N. on Sept. 24 ahead of Netanyahu's address; Hannah Einbinder was also held.

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Priya Raman Detaining dozens outside the UN ahead of the speech just draws more attention to the demonstrators.

Worker Dies in Colosseum Fall, Section Closes — Sep 23, 2026Andrea Moretti, 22, died after falling about 10 meters installing lighting in Rome's Colosseum around midnight; the site later closed fully after union protest.

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Two Arrested After Protest Erupts Near GOP Convention in Dallas — Sep 11, 2026Two people were arrested during a protest near the Republican National Committee's midterm convention in Dallas as demonstrators confronted police and counter-protesters ahead of P… — by Andrew Powell

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Maya Lindstrom Security around the GOP convention must stay tight to prevent these disruptions from growing larger.

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Marseille Fans Protest McCourt During PSG Defeat — Sep 20, 2026Fans unfurled "2016: Champions Project. 2026: Ligue 2 Project? McCourt Out." as Marseille lost 2-1 to PSG, its fifth straight defeat.

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Chris Dalton Fans have every reason to speak up when transfers dry up and results keep getting worse.

Hundreds Protest Turkish Embassy, Seek Lumbuye Extradition — Sep 18, 2026Hundreds of Ugandan demonstrators gathered outside the Turkish Embassy in Kampala to demand the extradition of dissident Fred Lumbuye, who has lived in Turkey for years and whose legal status there remains unclear. The protests, organized by the Patriotic League of Uganda under Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, reflect ongoing Uganda-Turkey tensions as Kampala accuses Lumbuye of harmful propaganda, incitement, and cybercrimes.

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AI Protesters Demand Limits During Dreamforce — Sep 15, 2026Protesters in San Francisco gathered outside OpenAI and Anthropic during Dreamforce to urge a pause on rapid AI development and push for international limits, while acknowledging a smaller turnout than earlier demonstrations as tech leaders and politicians weigh safeguards amid high public concern about AI risks and rogue incidents.

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ICE shoots driver during north Austin stop, prompting protests and calls for probe — Sep 21, 2026An ICE agent shot a Venezuelan man during a Sunday pursuit in north Austin. Democrats demanded footage and retreat. The facts still point to enforcing immigration law under the Constitution.

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Nicole Hardy We need the full footage released quickly so the public can judge whether this shooting was truly justified.

Protesters, police clash in Albania over Trump-linked project — Sep 8, 2026

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Thousands Protest Trump’s Kennedy Center Overhaul — Sep 18, 2026Thousands formed a human chain at the Kennedy Center on Sept. 18 after an AFP photo appeared to show Trump reading a "Kennedy Center DEMOLISHED" placard.

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Maya Lindstrom Safety worries after the ceiling collapse are real, but that doesn't justify rushing in Trump's name without proper review.

Japan protests China's new curbs on chipmaking material exportsBusiness — Sep 8, 2026

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Nine Women’s Deaths Spur South Africa Protests — Sep 17, 2026Memorials and silent protests across South Africa followed the discovery of eight to nine deaths of women in the Ekurhuleni and Kempton Park areas, renewing public anger over femicide and calls for stronger policing and action against gender-based violence. Authorities and activists cite a national crisis in GBV, with President Ramaphosa pledging intensified investigations and police operations like a broader crackdown to protect women.

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Activists plan human chain protest at Kennedy Center over Trump — Sep 18, 2026Activists are expected to gather in opposition to President Donald Trump's attempted takeover of the Kennedy Center on Friday. The president has threatened to close and demolish i… — by Sandra Rhodes

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Maya Lindstrom A human chain at the entrance could block access for regular visitors and ticket holders that day.