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Marines on LA streets will have power to make arrests

Marines on LA streets will have power to make arrests

The Trump administration is ramping up its response to protests in LA against its immigration crackdown, with Marines authorised to make arrests set to arrive.

California governor warns 'democracy under assault'

California governor warns 'democracy under assault'

California governor warns 'democracy under assault'

California governor warns 'democracy under assault'

The Los Angeles mayor has imposed an overnight curfew on the besieged city after an escalation of night time violence, vandalism and looting.

LA police order US immigration protesters to go home

LA police order US immigration protesters to go home

LA police order US immigration protesters to go home

LA police order US immigration protesters to go home

Violence in Los Angeles is ramping up as thousands of protesters take to the streets in response to Donald Trump’s deployment of the National Guard.

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Call for action as Aussie journo hit with rubber bullet

Call for action as Aussie journo hit with rubber bullet

An Australian TV reporter has been shot with a rubber bullet at a US protest, sparking calls for the prime minister to demand an explanation from Donald Trump.

Australian protest as activist boat hits Gaza blockade

Australian protest as activist boat hits Gaza blockade

Protesters urge Australia to do more to help people in Gaza, rallying outside the PM's electorate office after Israel blocked an activist ship carrying aid.

Trump deploys National Guard to quell LA protests

Trump deploys National Guard to quell LA protests

US National Guard troops have been summoned to quell demonstrations as protesters clashed with riot police after sweeping federal immigration raids in LA.

Calls for justice and action on deaths in custody

Calls for justice and action on deaths in custody

Calls for justice and reform continue as regional towns and major cities hold vigils marking a national week of action to end Indigenous deaths in custody.

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Harvard grads cheer calls for school to stand strong

Harvard grads cheer calls for school to stand strong

Harvard grads cheer calls for school to stand strong

Harvard grads cheer calls for school to stand strong

A federal judge has extended an order blocking the Trump administration’s attempt to bar Harvard University from enrolling foreign students.

'Scrap the tax': angry firies, farmers shut down CBD

'Scrap the tax': angry firies, farmers shut down CBD

'Scrap the tax': angry firies, farmers shut down CBD

'Scrap the tax': angry firies, farmers shut down CBD

An expanded tax has united firefighters, farmers and home owners from across one state, with thousands descending on a parliament to protest against the move.

Dozens arrested as Istanbul mayor investigation deepens

Dozens arrested as Istanbul mayor investigation deepens

Dozens arrested as Istanbul mayor investigation deepens

Dozens arrested as Istanbul mayor investigation deepens

Police in Istanbul have detained 47 people in dawn raids linked to a corruption investigation that saw the city’s mayor imprisoned last month.

Anti-Elon Musk protesters swarm Tesla showrooms

Anti-Elon Musk protesters swarm Tesla showrooms

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.

University staff add voices to pro-Palestinian protests

University staff add voices to pro-Palestinian protests

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.

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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

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

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.

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.

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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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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