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Anti-Elon Musk protesters swarm Tesla showrooms

Anti-Elon Musk protesters swarm Tesla showrooms

Crowds protesting billionaire Elon Musk’s purge of US government departments began rallying outside Tesla dealerships throughout American cities.

Climate protesters dampen Dutton's dumplings, draught

Climate protesters dampen Dutton's dumplings, draught

Climate protesters dampen Dutton's dumplings, draught

Climate protesters dampen Dutton's dumplings, draught

Climate activists have interrupted multiple events the opposition leader was campaigning at, stealing from his main message of cheaper power bills.

Slaughterhouse protest chokes city streets

Slaughterhouse protest chokes city streets

Slaughterhouse protest chokes city streets

Slaughterhouse protest chokes city streets

Chants filled the streets, grabbing the attention of city workers as activists marched in faux blood-drenched clothes, calling for an end to slaughterhouses.

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University staff add voices to pro-Palestinian protests

University staff add voices to pro-Palestinian protests

Protesters will take to major universities demanding they cut ties with Israel and weapon manufacturers, and railing against a new definition of anti-Semitism.

Air show braces for anti-war protests

Air show braces for anti-war protests

The biennial Avalon Airshow has opened its doors to showcase the latest crop of defence and aviation technology as anti-war activists prepare to picket outside.

Turkey jails Istanbul mayor before trial

Turkey jails Istanbul mayor before trial

Hundreds of thousands of opposition supporters rallied in Istanbul to protest the arrest of the mayor, a key rival to Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.

Turkish court jails Istanbul mayor pending trial

Turkish court jails Istanbul mayor pending trial

In a ruling likely to stoke tension after four days of protests, a Turkish court has jailed Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu pending trial on corruption charges.

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Turkey warns against protests over detained mayor

Turkey warns against protests over detained mayor

Turkey warns against protests over detained mayor

Thousands of people have rallied against the arrest of Istanbul's mayor, but Turkey's government has hit out at "illegal" opposition calls for street protests.

Israeli cabinet sacks Shin Bet chief despite protests

Israeli cabinet sacks Shin Bet chief despite protests

Israeli cabinet sacks Shin Bet chief despite protests

Israeli cabinet sacks Shin Bet chief despite protests

Israel's domestic intelligence boss has officially been fired days after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's vow to dismiss him sparked fierce protests.

Protest over potential venue after Games body questions

Protest over potential venue after Games body questions

Protest over potential venue after Games body questions

Protest over potential venue after Games body questions

The 2032 Games boss has assured the Olympics governing body Brisbane is on the right track ahead of a venue reveal but a protest could ignite further debate.

Rival rallies for South Korea’s impeached president

Rival rallies for South Korea’s impeached president

Rival rallies for South Korea’s impeached president

Rival rallies for South Korea’s impeached president

Thousands of South Koreans have filled the streets of downtown Seoul in massive rival rallies for and against impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol.

Call for national register of women killed by violence

Call for national register of women killed by violence

Call for national register of women killed by violence

Call for national register of women killed by violence

Political leaders have been criticised for failing to attend rallies being held around Australia to call for an end to deadly violence against women.

Ukrainians persist three years on from Russian invasion

Ukrainians persist three years on from Russian invasion

Ukrainians persist three years on from Russian invasion

Ukrainians persist three years on from Russian invasion

As Russia's invasion of Ukraine reaches the three-year mark, Ukrainians and their supporters have turned out to show their resistance will never falter.

Woman accused of hateful Islamophobic graffiti spree

Woman accused of hateful Islamophobic graffiti spree

Woman accused of hateful Islamophobic graffiti spree

Woman accused of hateful Islamophobic graffiti spree

A woman accused of plastering Islamophobic slogans in public bathrooms will seek to have her charges dealt with on mental health grounds.

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Jews send message of solidarity for 500-day milestone

Jewish Australians have sent a message of solidarity with their Israeli counterparts, demanding Hamas release all hostages as the conflict reaches its 500 days.

Berlin pro-democracy rally draws 30,000 ahead of poll

Tens of thousands of people have turned out in Berlin to rally against far-right extremism a week out from the German election.

Traders, politicians cheer end to weekly CBD rallies

Politicians and business leaders have welcomed the end of weekly CBD Palestine protests, but further action could be called despite a plateau in crowd numbers.

Curbing 'intolerance crisis' could hit protest, speech

Stronger penalties and boosted police powers to ensure people can practice their beliefs in safety could lead to over-policing of protests, faith leaders warn.

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Foiled stunt at Woodside boss's home earns heavy fines

Three climate activists have copped heavy fines after counter-terrorism police stopped them in the tracks before painting the garage door of Woodside's boss.

Dissenting Jews add voice to Gaza protest

A two-sided protest has taken place with a contingent of anti-Zionist Jews rallying several dozen metres away from Israel supporters at Victoria's parliament.

Cries continue for Trump's Gaza plan to be scrapped

Australian activists have taken to the streets to contest Donald Trump's declaration the US will take over war-torn Gaza, with more weekend protests planned.

'Not for sale': Aussies rally against Trump's Gaza plan

The prime minister has come under fire from Australian protesters for not denouncing a plan by US President Donald Trump for America to take over Gaza.

Activist 'not sorry' on foiled Woodside protest

A climate activist involved in a foiled plan to protest at Woodside's boss's home says he didn't cross the line and protesters should pursue company bosses.

Peaceful Invasion Day protests shut down city streets

Indigenous people and their supporters have marched in streets across Australia to protest Australia Day, saying January 26 is a day of mourning.

Protests and parties across nation mark Australia Day

Quiet reflections kicked off Australia Day commemorations before many attended protests while others opted for the beach.

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