‘Protest capital’ Melbourne saw four protests in a single day. Here’s what I saw

Violent Protests and Looting in Alexandra Township Spark Unrest Following National Marches

ALEXANDRA, JOHANNESBURG – Violent protests and looting in Alexandra Township have left local residents shaken after unrest erupted near the intersection of 8th Avenue and Joe Nhlanhla Street. The sporadic violence and widespread property damage followed a series of coordinated marches that took place across the country earlier in the day. The unrest in the []

Sydneysiders must shape their new Town Hall Square before it shapes them

Town Hall Square does not yet exist. Yet, it is already acting like a square: an agora where Sydneysiders argue about cost, demolition, and whether they need a square at all.

Fierce debate over government's contentious Capital Gains Tax | 9 News Australia

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10 things to do this weekend (June 26-28)

While Cincinnati Pride will dominate the weekend, there’s plenty to do in the Queen City regardless. If you’re looking for even more to do on every day of the week, visit the CityBeat events calendar. Cincinnati Pride Saturday, 11 a.m. – 8 p.m., Sawyer Point Yeatman’s Cove, downtown Cincinnati’s annual free celebration of the LGBTQ+ community returns [] The post 10 things to do this weekend (June 26-28) appeared first on Cincinnati CityBeat.

Australia urged to stop apologising and embrace national pride like the US

Sky News Senior Reporter Caroline Marcus believes Australians should take inspiration from the US and stop apologising for celebrating their national day. “I think it’s so sad that every year we have to have the same old tired debate about changing the date, their protest marches, even though they’re not representative, as we know from poll after poll of the majority view,” Ms Marcus said. “Australians do support Australian Day; they do want to keep it on January 6. “So many people have this guilt and this feeling of shame over the day.”

IN PHOTOS | Pride parades here and abroad

Pride Month celebrations peaked Sunday with big parades in Toronto, San Francisco and other major cities on the anniversary of the 1969 Stonewall uprising, which accelerated and transformed the modern LGBTQ+ rights movement.

‘A demonstration of pride and community,’ Why Josh Matlow wants more murals across Toronto

What to know What was once an ordinary wall in Toronto’s Little Brazil is now a vibrant celebration of Brazilian culture, and it’s part of... The post ‘A demonstration of pride and community,’ Why Josh Matlow wants more murals across Toronto appeared first on NOW Toronto.

Recalled California city council members dig in as legal battle escalates

The drama in a small California town between its residents and four recalled city council members who refuse to leave office is showing no signs of letting up. Carrying posters reading “Exit!” and “Get out, not wanted,” dozens of Avenal residents packed Thursday night’s city council meeting, after the elected leaders voted to keep themselves []

How June 30 unfolded: Peaceful protests, isolated violence and a movement that isn't over

How June 30 unfolded: Peaceful protests, isolated violence and a movement that isn't over

تحرك غضب لأصحاب الشهائد المعطّلين ضد المماطلة والتنكر لوعود التشغيل

نفّذ عدد من أصحاب الشهائد المعطلين عن العمل، صباح 8 جويلية، تحركا احتجاجيا حاشدا بساحة القصبة بالعاصمة مطالبة بحقهم في الشغل والكرامة. وشهد التحرك مناوشات بين المحتجين وقوات الشرطة في ظل حالة من الاحتقان والغضب، ورفع التحرك شعارات تحمّل رئيس الدولة المسؤولية في استمرار أزمة البطالة والمماطلة في الاستجابة لمطالبهم.

To push back on Pride month, Fresno County adopted 'Traditional' family month

While the LGBTQ+ community and allies celebrated June as Pride month across much of the country, one community in Central California was living in a different reality. Following a 3-2 vote on June 16 by its Board of Supervisors, Fresno County ...

Photos: Pride Celebrations in the Nation’s Capital

This weekend, crowds gathered around DC to celebrate LGBTQ+ Pride at a range of official and less-than-offical functions. As one of the queerest cities in the country, there was no lack of enthusiasm or vibrancy in the District this year. The Capital Pride parade brought colorful performances and outfits to the streets, and concerts, block [] The post Photos: Pride Celebrations in the Nation’s Capital first appeared on Washingtonian.

Where credit’s due: anti-immigrant protests threaten township survival networks

Foreign-owned tuck shops a lifeline for struggling locals

LGBTQ+ Pride parades set for Sunday in NYC and San Francisco

Pride Month celebrations peak Sunday with big parades in New York, San Francisco and some other cities on the anniversary of the 1969 Stonewall uprising, which accelerated and transformed the modern LGBTQ+ rights movement. Pride events often mix celebration and calls to action, reflecting the political winds, cultural climate and news around LGBTQ+ rights. This [] The post LGBTQ+ Pride parades set for Sunday in NYC and San Francisco appeared first on Loonie Politics.

One Year On, Los Angeles Is Still Living with the Fallout of the Raids

New analysis and firsthand accounts reveal the toll of the crackdown on immigrant communities in L.A. County and beyond. The post One Year On, Los Angeles Is Still Living with the Fallout of the Raids appeared first on .

Mass raids across oil boomtown where council clings to power despite furious uprising

A sweeping series of law enforcement raids hit the Central California city of Avenal on Wednesday as investigators searched City Hall, a community center and multiple homes linked to the town’s embattled leadership. The move dramatically escalates a months-long political crisis after local elected officials refused to relinquish power despite being overwhelmingly recalled by voters. []...Click to read more

'Foreigners out!': South Africa's xenophobic movements flex muscles in protests

On Tuesday, June 30, anti-immigrant protests took place in major South African cities targeting undocumented foreigners. While thousands have already fled the country under pressure from xenophobic groups, fears of violence loomed large, but the day passed mostly peacefully.

Texas cities forced to remove rainbow crosswalks are installing colorful alternatives

Forced to remove rainbow crosswalks under a state edict to erase “political” messages from their streets, some Texas cities are finding new and colorful ways to celebrate Pride and their LGBTQ+ communities. In El Paso, street lamps have been wrapped in Pride flags. Dallas recently unveiled public library steps adorned in multicolor fashion. In Austin, [] The post Texas cities forced to remove rainbow crosswalks are installing colorful alternatives appeared first on San Antonio Current.