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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Lesotho activist arrested after video on unemployment rates angers prime minister

Thakeli's video questioning Premier Matekane's job promises resonated with the youth, leading to his arrest for sedition and a police warning against mentioning the PM again.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Kenya: people protest to honour those killed in 2024's anti-government demonstrations live

Government barricaded Parliament and Statehouse in anticipation of protests, citing last year's violence as concern.
Protests are in response to police brutality and the recent death of a teacher in custody.
fromJewish Telegraphic Agency
2 months ago

'Humans of New York' features a Jewish anti-Zionist member of Neturei Karta. The comments section erupts. - Jewish Telegraphic Agency

Neturei Karta advocates against Zionism, drawing attention to their stance via social media amidst rising tensions in Gaza.
London startup
fromArchDaily
4 months ago

Art, Activism, and the City: Illuminating Social Change

The British collective Led by Donkeys uses art and activism to critique political issues, gaining millions of social media views for their impactful interventions.
US news
fromWashington Post
5 months ago

What to know about the no-shopping 'economic blackout' on Feb. 28

The economic blackout aims to mobilize consumers to suspend spending for one day, highlighting economic struggle amid rising costs.
fromBusiness Insider
8 months ago

Meet Robby Starbuck, the influencer targeting DEI programs at companies around the US

Robby Starbuck successfully pressured Walmart to rollback diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, demonstrating the increasing influence of social media activists on major corporations.
Miscellaneous
fromLGBTQ Nation
11 months ago

Jack Daniel's caves to conservative influencer & cuts diversity initiatives - LGBTQ Nation

Jack Daniel's has retracted its diversity commitments, influenced by pressure from activist Robby Starbuck.
fromFortune
11 months ago

Harley Davidson, John Deere, and Tractor Supply have abandoned some DEI efforts after campaigns from a conservative influencer

Harley-Davidson has scaled back its diversity initiatives due to pressure from anti-DEI activists.
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