Category: Demonstrations, Protests and Riots

Barbara Dane, Who Fought Injustice Through Song, Dies at 97

She was highly regarded as a folk, blues and jazz singer. She was also ardently left-wing and prioritized social change over commercial success.
Warren Wilson, Pioneering Los Angeles TV Reporter, Dies at 90

In addition to covering the 1992 riots and other historically significant events, he helped facilitate the surrenders of 22 fugitives.
Why Cakes Can Be a Powerful Form of Protest

A new generation of bakers are reviving an old tradition.
Last Dive Bar and Other A’s Fan Groups Mourn Move from Oakland

Fan groups that once partnered with Oakland’s ownership turned into its most vocal critics. With nothing left to fight, they will stage a funeral of sorts.
PETA Wants More Than a Statement From Pharrell Williams

After an animal rights protest at a film premiere, Mr. Williams, the creative director of Louis Vuitton, said he had “plans to change things.”
During NYFW, Jill Biden, Anna Wintour and More March for Voting Awareness

Jill Biden, Anna Wintour and top American designers participated in a voting awareness march at the onset of New York Fashion Week.
Gaza Debate Reopens Divisions Between Left-Wing Workers and Union Leaders

Last week’s Democratic National Convention surfaced differences over the war in Gaza that could widen fissures between labor activists and union officials.
Pakistan’s Internet Disruptions Stoke Fears of Government Surveillance

Disruptions have fueled claims from rights groups that the Pakistani authorities are introducing technology to surveil and control the country’s internet.
Barcelona Confronts Mass Tourism

This summer, thousands of local protesters in the Spanish city denounced overtourism. With more crowds expected for the America’s Cup, we visited the areas where tensions are highest.
Swedish Prosecutors Drop Case Against Disqualified Eurovision Entrant

Investigators could not prove that Joost Klein, the Dutch entrant, had behaved threateningly during an incident shortly before the event final.
How Economic Grievances Were Exploited in Britain’s Violent Unrest

Nationalist hatred has been linked to forces like stagnant wages and declining services, even though research shows immigration helps many economies.
Elon Musk Clashes With Keir Starmer Over Riots in UK

Over the past few days, the billionaire has posted incendiary comments about violent protests on the social media platform he controls, drawing the ire of the prime minister.