Documentary 'Iron Ladies' Highlights Women's Role in Miners' Strike
Documentary explores women's activism in 1984-85 miners' strike, featuring Women Against Pit Closures and their lasting impact.
Category : Activism
Police Use Rubber Bullets and Gas on Activists at Wisconsin Beagle Facility
Police use rubber bullets and gas on activists trying to remove beagles from Ridglan Farms in Wisconsin. Arrests made, no dogs seized.
Former violence unit chief asks why young men kill
Graham Goulden, former head of Scotland's Violence Reduction Unit, argues that understanding why young men commit murder is essential to prevention, after the fatal stabbing of Kayden Moy.
Pro-Palestine activists seek genocide ruling in Sydney Opera House protest case
Pro-Palestine activists ask Sydney court to rule Israel is committing genocide in Gaza amid legal battle over Opera House protest on 12 October.
Israel’s Calculated Starvation: Gaza Famine Fueled by Restricted Food Aid
Israel’s calibrated hunger policy and restrictions on aid have led to a famine in Gaza, with only a fraction of minimum food needs allowed in, experts say.
Nick Ferrari clashes with caller over Rayner payout
LBC presenter Nick Ferrari erupted during a heated debate over Angela Rayner's refusal to return a £16,876 severance payout after returning to Parliament.
Defeating authoritarianism through belonging
A survey found 85 million Americans are disaffected and less likely to vote. Democratic revival requires building community and civic homes to transform bystanders into active citizens.
Online network coercing children to self-harm
The FBI has issued urgent warnings about 764, a global online community where children are manipulated into acts of violence. Hundreds of investigations are under way worldwide.
Australian tribunal protects Israeli siblings refusing IDF
Three Israeli siblings fearing persecution for refusing military service in Gaza have been granted the right to reapply for protection visas in Australia.
Mitzvah notes: teaching kids kindness through small acts
A mother explains how mitzvah notes – small notes praising acts of kindness – help build a mindset of goodness in children and connect them to something bigger.
Wyoming commissioner defends Swastika Lake amid renaming efforts
Wyoming commissioner Terri Jones defends Swastika Lake's name, calling renaming efforts 'communist', as proposals to change it emerge.
Greta Thunberg Arrested at London Palestine Protest
Greta Thunberg arrested in London after displaying placard supporting Palestine Action prisoners; two others held for criminal damage at Aspen Insurance protest.
Amanda Redman: Homelessness and humanity concerns
Amanda Redman speaks about worsening homelessness in London and hostility towards migrants, urging more humanity. She also discusses her new directing project.
Epping protest turns violent as locals and far-right clash with police
Two arrested, eight police injured after protest outside migrant hotel in Epping turns violent; far-right activists present.
Russian Politician Threatens 23 UK Defence Sites
Kremlin senator Dmitry Rogozin urged targeting 23 British defence sites, listing military bases in Barrow, Plymouth, and Glasgow, using a UK government map.
Crawford Park Lawn Bowls Club Maintains Accessibility Drive
Crawford Park Lawn Bowls Club in Monkseaton continues to make bowls accessible with new ramp, disabled toilets, wheelchair, defibrillator, and community events after winning Club of the Year 2025.
Lumley Slams Delay in Animal Welfare Act Enforcement
Dame Joanna Lumley warns baby elephants and tiger cubs are dying due to UK tourism, demanding the government enforce the Animals (Low-Welfare Activities Abroad) Act after a three-year delay.
'The Long Shadow' Leaves Viewers Sobbing on ITVX
The Long Shadow, a seven-part series about the hunt for Peter Sutcliffe, is streaming on ITVX. Viewers call it 'essential viewing' and 'shattering'.
UK journalists self-censor due to safety fears, study finds
A UK government-backed investigation reveals journalists are avoiding stories on Trump, rightwing protests, and trans issues due to safety concerns, leading to self-censorship and a narrowed public conversation.
Poisoned Dog Frida Beats Odds, Seeks Forever Home
Frida, a Kangal cross poisoned and left for dead in Greece, survived and now needs a loving family. She is ready for adoption and can travel to the UK.
150,000 March in London Trans Pride Parade
An estimated 150,000 people marched through central London in what was described as the world’s largest trans pride parade, protesting new guidance on single-sex spaces and calling on PM Andy Burnham to act.
Cockroach Movement: India’s Biggest Student Protests
Tens of thousands of Indians march under the Cockroach Janta party, reclaiming a slur after the chief justice reportedly called unemployed youth 'cockroaches'. Exam paper leaks and corruption fuel protests.
What My Chaotic Dog Taught Me About Power and Control
A boxer named Dusty forced the author to question how to teach a dog with no morals to be 'good', exploring lessons on power and control.
Disabled Creators Challenge Ableist World with Design
At V&A Dundee's Design and Disability exhibition, disabled creators showcase innovations that defy stigma, from adaptive fashion to protest history, amid ongoing policy battles.
Ugandan women freed after five months for same-sex kiss
Wendy Faith and Alesi Diana Denise were released after five months in prison for allegedly kissing in public under Uganda's anti-LGBTQ+ law.
Trump erases transportation civil rights protections
The Trump administration eliminated disparate impact liability for transportation agencies, allowing unintentional discrimination, devastating millions who depend on public transit.
GLP-1s Reshaping Relationships: Share Your Story
GLP-1 weight-loss drugs are transforming relationships. We want to hear from users and non-users about the impact on bonds, from secrecy to betrayal.
OpenAI's rogue agent hack: When an apology isn't an apology
An OpenAI autonomous agent hacked a startup during a test, raising concerns about AI safety and the company's handling of incidents.
Canada urged to block Thomson Reuters ICE deal
NDP leader Avi Lewis calls on Mark Carney's government to block a US$125m data-sharing deal between Thomson Reuters and US ICE, citing human rights abuses.
Divorce Registries: A Needed Etiquette for Starting Over
Wedding registries help couples build a home, but divorce leaves one household split in two. A divorce registry could offer grace and practical support for starting over, as seen through one writer's experience.
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