Environmental activists attempt to vandalize the Mona Lisa
1 of 2 | Visitors wearing protective face masks line up to see Leonardo da Vinci's Mona Lisa at the Louvre Museum in Paris, France…
French farmers aim to put Paris ‘under siege’ in tractor protest. Activists hurl soup at ‘Mona Lisa’
Breadcrumb Trail LinksPMN BusinessAuthor of the article:The Associated Press Sylvie CorbetPublished Jan 28, 2024 • 2 minute read Article contentPARIS (AP) — France’s interior ministry…
Activists throw soup at Leonardo da Vinci’s Mona Lisa in the Louvre in climate protest
Protesters have hurled soup at the bullet-proof glass protecting Leonardo da Vinci's Mona Lisa in Paris, demanding the right to "healthy and sustainable food".Key points:The…
Climate activists throw soup at the Mona Lisa in Paris amid farm protests | News
In a video posted on social media, two women are seen throwing soup at the glass protecting Leonardo da Vinci’s piece. Two climate activists have…
Pro-Palestinian activists clash with police at Port of Melbourne
In short: Victoria police were seen using what appears to be pepper spray on protesters at a rally at the Port of Melbourne. It's the fourth day protesters…
5 of 6 pro-Palestinian activists accused in London Stock Exchange plot released
Metropolitan Police officers guard the London Stock Exchange during a protest in 2011. Palestine Action claimed Monday that journalist Max Parry “infiltrated” the organization under…
School in Thailand offers safe space for harassed environment activists | Environment
On a sun-dappled spot of sandy land along Thailand’s east coast, class is in session, as a group of environmental defenders listens to local activists…
What struggles are Israeli activists facing in their anti-war movement? | Israel-Palestine conflict
While most Israelis have rallied behind their government’s war on Gaza, some still call for peace. The Hamas attack on October 7 sent shockwaves through…
Pro-Palestine activists block entrance to JFK airport | Israel-Palestine conflict
NewsFeedA group of pro-Palestine protesters demanding a ceasefire in Gaza blocked access to one of the entrances to New York’s JFK International Airport during the…
US’ Blinken condemns Hong Kong authorities over bounties for activists | Human Rights News
Top US diplomat calls on international community to oppose ‘transnational repression.’ United States Secretary of State Antony Blinken has condemned Hong Kong authorities for placing…
Hong Kong police announce arrest warrants, bounties for 5 overseas activists
The Hong Kong police on Friday announced arrest warrants for five pro-democracy activists who reside overseas. Screen capture courtesy of Hong Kong Police Force/YouTube Dec.…
Hong Kong police offers bounties for five activists living overseas | Hong Kong Protests News
The US and the UK have condemned the move as Hong Kong authorities expand crackdown under national security law. Police in Hong Kong have offered…
Activists finalise appeal to overturn extreme Anti-Homosexuality Act
Civil society groups in Uganda have completed their pretrial appeal against the Anti-Homosexuality Act, prior to a full hearing later in the month. Petitioners have…
Tasmanian minister puts abattoir industry on notice after ‘distressing’ video released by activists
In short: Tasmania's primary industries minister says "nothing is off the table" as the government acts to ensure there is no repeat of animal abuse highlighted…
Police arrest 72 climate activists in Melbourne CBD for blocking traffic outside Flinders Street Station
Quick Read: In short: Police have arrested and fined 72 climate activists for staging a protest in the middle of a Melbourne CBD intersectionDemonstrators from the group…
Opinion: Has the Democratic Party been led astray by progressive activists?
According to a recent poll conducted by the Democratic firm, Blueprint, only 5% of Americans say that Joe Biden is “far more conservative than me.”…
For Hong Kong’s arrested pro-democracy activists, justice must wait | Civil Rights News
Taipei, Taiwan – Closing arguments are due to begin in Hong Kong on Wednesday in the high-profile trial of 16 pro-democracy activists and legislators, more…
Billionaire activists like Sean Parker and George Soros are fueling the campaign to legalize pot
Reporting from Sacramento — Activist billionaires Sean Parker and George Soros and companies hoping to profit from legalizing marijuana in California have helped this year’s campaign…
Amid Gaza war, activists in Argentina aim to expel Israeli water company | Israel-Palestine conflict News
Buenos Aires, Argentina – The upscale neighbourhood of Recoleta was pulsing with the sound of drums and chanting last month, as protesters gathered outside the…
What is asexuality and what legal rights do activists want?
Britain’s first report into the lives of asexual people has triggered a national conversation about the difficulties they have in coming out at work and…