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Feb 27 2025EDUCATION

Protesters at Barnard Demand Answers

A group of pro-Palestinian activists made a bold move on Wednesday. They decided to occupy Milbank Hall at Barnard College in Manhattan. This wasn't just any ordinary protest. It was a sit-in. The activists had a clear goal. They wanted to take over the area outside Dean Leslie Grinage's office. Why

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Feb 22 2025POLITICS

Hong Kong's Democratic Party Calls It Quits

Hong Kong's Democratic Party, once a major player in the city's political scene, has decided to shut down. The party's chair, Lo Kin-hei, made the announcement, pointing to the challenging political climate as the reason behind the decision. This isn't the first time a political group has disbanded

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Feb 20 2025POLITICS

Standing Up for Science: Protesters Fight for Public Health

In the heart of Washington, a large crowd gathered to voice their concerns about recent government actions. The chilly weather did not deter hundreds of current and former federal employees from rallying outside the Department of Health and Human Services. Their mission? To protest the recent firing

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Feb 15 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Should I Still Play? Musicians Navigate Trump's Takeover of the Kennedy Center

The Kennedy Center, a prestigious venue in Washington, D. C. , has a long history of honoring musicians, from rock legends to Latin stars. But things got complicated when Donald Trump took over and fired the board. Musicians booked to perform there now face a tough decision: should they still go on

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Feb 12 2025POLITICS

Military Families and Students Protest Against DEI Rollback

In Germany, a surprising scene unfolded when Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth visited a US military base. Instead of a warm welcome, he was met with chants of "DEI" and boos from around two dozen military families. This wasn't your typical protest. These were people who live on the base, making their

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Feb 11 2025POLITICS

From Halftime to Heartbreak: Sudan and Gaza Conflicts Explained

The Super Bowl halftime show took a surprising turn with a protest. It was trying to show the world what's going on in Sudan and Gaza without focusing on the game. This protest was about the wars happening in the Middle East. The Gaza Strip is a small area near the Mediterranean. It has a lot of

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Feb 08 2025POLITICS

Congress Members Face Barriers.

On Friday, a group of Democrats, including Representatives Maxine Waters and Maxwell Frost went to the Department of Education. They wanted to talk with the acting Education Secretary, Denise Carter. They claimed to be denied access by a single guard at the door. These members of C

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Feb 06 2025POLITICS

People Power: Protests Against New Administration Policies

Across the United States, people took to the streets to voice their disapproval of recent policy changes. In cities like Philadelphia and state capitols from Minnesota to Texas, protesters gathered to express their concerns. They didn't like the tougher stance on immigration, the reversal of transg

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Feb 06 2025POLITICS

All EYES On Senate: DEMS Protest Vought’s Nomination

Picture the Senate chambers under the spotlight, a whirlwind of political drama, and here is what happened! Senator Brian Schatz of Hawaii kicked it off. On a Wednesday afternoon, he stepped up, and in a video he shared, he declared, “We’ll have 35+ Senators from the Democratic side who will vote ag

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Feb 06 2025POLITICS

Colorado's Capitol Sees Massive Protests Against Trump and ICE

On a Wednesday afternoon, the Colorado State Capitol became a hub of activity as thousands of protesters gathered to voice their strong opposition to President Donald Trump and the actions of U. S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The day's events were sparked by a nationwide protest initi

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