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Minneapolis protests: New unrest erupts three months after George Floyd killing over false police shooting report, as National Guard helps enact curfew
‘It’s time to heal. We must rebuild and recover,’ Minnesota governor Tim Walz tells city’s residents Source: https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/minneapolis-protests-looting-police-death-shooting-george-floyd-jacob-blake-a9691516.html Droolin’ Dog sniffed out this story and…
Shop with authors: Books on Black resilience
Authors Vashti Harrison and Renee Watson on why Black resilience and joy in books can improve all children’s understanding of others’ everyday lives. Source: https://www.nbcnews.com/news/nbcblk/best-childrens-books-black-authors-n1235946…
Killed for defending the planet: Murder of environmental activists reaches record high
Around the world, people are being threatened, detained and murdered for trying to protect their land. Naomi Larsson speaks to some of those who vow…
Little Mix and Lewis Capaldi among 700 music industry figures to sign anti-racism letter: 'We are at our worst when we attack one another'
Open letter appears to be a reaction in-part to grime artist Wiley’s antisemitic posts on social media Source: https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/music/news/music-industry-anti-racism-letter-little-mix-lewis-capaldi-a9650041.html Indie Brew found this story and…
VA governor says he was not going to send National Guard into DC ‘for a photo-op’
Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam (D) said Friday he was not going to send his state’s National Guard to neighboring Washington “for a photo-op,” referring to…
Beyonce delivers powerful speech to class of 2020: 'You are at the brink of a huge world shift'
Artist used her address to new graduates to highlight ongoing world issues, as well as to discuss her personal experiences throughout her career Source: https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/music/news/beyonce-speech-class-2020-youtube-ceremony-george-floyd-death-a9554046.html…
Black Lives Matter: Powerful Photos Of The World Protesting Racism
Source: Drew Angerer / Getty It’s been a different kind of social distancing as protesters across the globe have united separately to demand racial and…
‘Defund Police’ Movement Gains Steam As Celebrities And Politicians Sign On
Source: Erik McGregor / Getty Since protests have erupted all over the world in response to police violence against Black people, cries to #DefundPolice have…
Influencers Are Fumbling the Revolution
On Sunday night, beauty YouTuber Allana Davison posted a 23-minute long video that opened with a general, brief mention of the protests around the country…
LGBTQ activists in NYC, LA reimagine pride marches as solidarity protests
Organizers of the LA Pride Festival and New York’s Queer Liberation March announced their respective events will this year be dedicated to black solidarity. Source:…
On anniversary of Tiananmen Square massacre, a call for blood in America
The New York Times today printed a call for the U.S. military to crush protests against police brutality. Today is also the anniversary of the…
Seth Rogen tells off people criticising Black Lives Matter support: 'You don't deserve my movies'
Actor and comedian has spoken out after George Floyd’s killing Source: https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/films/news/seth-rogen-black-lives-matter-ig-response-george-floyd-a9544891.html Indie Brew found this story and shared it with you. The Article Was…
'Anonymous' online activists see huge, unexplained surge in support amid Black Lives Matter protests
‘There is something interesting going on’ Source: https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/gadgets-and-tech/news/anonymous-activists-online-george-floyd-protests-black-lives-matter-a9544261.html Droolin’ Dog sniffed out this story and shared it with you. The Article Was Written/Published By: Andrew…
The second American civil war is underway. Only this time, it's not North versus South
Rural America is ready to lock and load. Urban America is cowering in a lockdown Source: https://www.independent.co.uk/voices/michigan-trump-civil-war-coronavirus-fox-news-nancy-pelosi-a9495151.html Droolin’ Dog sniffed out this story and shared…
Body bags placed outside Trump's hotel to protest his coronavirus response
Demonstration began with line of cars winding around White House with their flashers on in what one organiser said was meant to resemble a funeral…
Jane Fonda offers advice for climate activists engaging in civil disobedience
Jane Fonda has been arrested five times since she started Fire Drill Fridays. ICYMI, the Grace and Frankie actor has been engaging in civil disobedience…
Extinction Rebellion protesters occupy Shell gas rig to stop it heading out to North Sea
Activists urge UK government to ‘tell the truth’ about impact of fossil fuel industry Source: https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/extinction-rebellion-protest-shell-gas-rig-climate-change-dundee-north-sea-scotland-a9272516.html Droolin’ Dog sniffed out this story and shared it…
World in flames: why are protests raging around the globe?
Protests and demonstrations have rocked every corner of the world in recent days, with tax hikes, corruption and supposed environmental injustice all raising public anger….
Violent weekend protests break out around the world
Protests blazed across the world this weekend, as outrage over Chile’s economic situation boiled over, separatist Catalan activists again clashed with police, and tens of thousands…
Pyramid scheme: Extinction Rebellion protesters block London’s Oxford Circus with wooden structure (VIDEO)
Extinction Rebellion activists have erected a large wood pyramid at Oxford Circus, blocking one of London’s busiest junctions. A Ruptly video shows police cordoning off…
In Unprecedented Move, London Police Ban Extinction Rebellion Climate Protests Throughout Entire City
Protests by climate activist group Extinction Rebellion has continued to roil cities around the world, including London. And after shutting down parts of Central London,…
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