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Protesters, Police Clash at NATO Summit
Thousands of protesters marched through downtown Chicago on Sunday as world leaders gathered for a NATO summit. Some of the demonstrators clashed violently with police, and dozens of people were arrested. (May 20) Subscribe to the Associated Press: bit.ly Download AP Mobile: www.ap.org Associated Press on Facebook: apne.ws Associated Press on Twitter: apne.ws Associated Press on Google+: bit.ly
Police teargas Oakland protesters at May Day general strike
Around 400 protesters have been confronted by police who used tear gas, causing hundreds to scatter on May 1. Some activists blocked streets throughout the day and vandalized two banks, a news van and police vehicle. Nine people were taken into custody in Oakland, California, after hundreds of people took to the streets. Police reportedly used Taser against at least one of them. Officers ordered protesters out of the street after firing the tear gas and "flash-bang" grenades. RT's correspondent Madina Kochenova has the latest from Los Angeles. RT on Twitter twitter.com RT on Facebook www.facebook.com
Outlaw Occupy: US set to strangle protests with jail threats
New York City police are investigating death threats made against staff through the phone and on twitter. This after officers forcibly arrested more than 70 people during an Occupy Wall Street protest. Since the start of the movement, nationwide protests have faced numerous cases of police brutality with batons and tear gas often used to disperse crowds. As the movement continues, so too does Washington's desire to silence the American public, as RT's Marina Portnaya explains. RT on Twitter twitter.com RT on Facebook www.facebook.com
Obama outlaws Freedom of Protest
With the stroke of a pen, President Obama signed bill HR 347 into law earlier this month. With that move, Obama made it a felony to express freedom of speech in America. The Federal Restricted Buildings and Grounds Improvement Act that effortlessly passed the House and the Senate is a law that most Americans don't know about but could put them behind bars for up to 10 years. The law states it is a prosecutable offense to without lawful authority enter a building or grounds of a special event of national significance or enter a building or grounds where the President or other person protected by the Secret Service is or will be temporarily visiting. David Seaman, journalist and host of the DL Show, joins us to talk about how, along with the NDAA, HR 347 is detrimental to the First Amendment. Like us and/or follow us: twitter.com www.facebook.com
Protesters clash with Moscow police at 'March of Millions'
Demonstrators have clashed with police at a rally organized by the opposition on Bolotnaya Square after several dozen protesters, including opposition leaders, broke from the crowd to organize a sit-down strike. Scores of demonstrators attempted to join the group and broke the police cordon. Clashes have erupted in several places at Bolotnaya Square. Police have been containing the crowd using only batons. RT on Twitter twitter.com RT on Facebook www.facebook.com
100 Day Clash: Protesters strike despite ban in Canada
Ahead of the 100th day of the student protest movement in Montreal, the city has seen the most violent clashes so far with more than 300 arrests over the weekend. The demonstrations originally broke out over university tuition hikes advocated by Quebec's provincial government. An emergency law aimed at restoring order in the province was passed on Friday. For more RT talks to Canadian journalist, Michel Boyer. Subscribe to RT! www.youtube.com Watch RT LIVE on our website rt.com Like us on Facebook www.facebook.com Follow us on Twitter twitter.com Follow us on Google+ plus.google.com RT (Russia Today) is a global news network broadcasting from Moscow and Washington studios. RT is the first news channel to break the 500 million YouTube views benchmark.
Video: Violence erupts at 'illegal' student protest in Canada
Week-long demonstrations over a proposed rise in university tuition fees have erupted into violence in Quebec. Police in Montreal clashed with thousands of students who accuse the government of sabotaging negotiations for a settlement. Riot police have so far arrested 85 people after a government exclusion of a student group from talks triggered activist ire. Students have flooded Montreal's streets over the past few days, up in arms over tuition fee hikes that would see costs rise by 75 percent over the next five years. Thursday's riots were declared illegal after demonstrators reportedly pelted police officers with projectiles and threw garbage into the streets. RT on Twitter twitter.com RT on Facebook www.facebook.com
Drones to patrol US protests?
In January of 2012, the US Congress passed legislation that will open up the US sky to unmanned drones. The robotic aircraft will be used for military and police operations and will add to America's current arsenal of around 7000 drones. According to some accounts, peaceful protest might be a reason that feds would deploy the unmanned craft. There are currently 300 active drone permits in the US, but will that soon swell out of control? Amie Stepanovich, a member of the National Security Council for EPIC, joins us for more. Like us and/or follow us: twitter.com www.facebook.com
Bahrain's Formula 404: Protests Not Found?
In Bahrain, there are no signs of violence dying down - with police firing tear gas at protesters during yet more clashes in the capital Manama. Anti-government demonstrations have been intensifying since the weekend when the world's eyes were on the Formula One Grand Prix race there. But as the world's top drivers went home, foreign criticism of the regime seems to have gone with them. RT's Irina Galushko reports. RT on Twitter twitter.com RT on Facebook www.facebook.com
Eleven protesters killed in Cairo attack
The number of people killed in street clashes in the Egyptian capital Cairo is rising. Egypt's Interior Ministry says at least 11 people are dead. While security forces have moved into the area, it seems the protesters are not letting up. Al Jazeera's Nicole Johnston reports on the ongoing violence.
The Stream - The currency of protest
We look at the rise of micro-currencies and bartering systems as the financial crisis continues.
NATO Summit Chicago - Protests against NATO Summit in Chicago
As NATO leaders make their way to Chicago for the upcoming NATO Summit, protests have already begun. Activists are gathered in the city centre to rally and raise awareness of their cause.
Montreal Protests: Anti-Protest Bill 78 Passes 'worst law' since War Measures Act
05/18/2012- Quebec student bill 'worst law' since War Measures Act: law professor source: www.winnipegfreepress.com Key provisions of bill -78 as presented to the legislature: source: politicsrespun.org Legislation to crack down on student protests passed by National Assembly, called worst attack on civil rights since the War Measures Act source: www.theglobeandmail.com May 18, 2012- As many as 10000 people attended a march against Quebec's emergency law bill 78 in the tuition crisis. Critics say the new rules infringe on civil rights. Source: www.cbc.ca How to Film a Revolution - A Tutorial - Look out for Agent Provocateurs FYI: Remain peaceful! Black bloc is not an organization, it is a tactic, and yes, the police have historically used it to shut down peaceful protests, Police have worn masks/disguised themselves to hide their identity, and once one act of vandalism/or unlawful act occurs it can now be legally termed an "unlawful assembly" now MASS ARRESTS will occur (such as Toronto G20), they can and will resort to force, kettling, tear gas, pepper spray and other violent means to disperse everyone at the otherwise peaceful assembly. That's why its important to film events as they happen for video evidence of possible provocateur tactics to identify all illegal activities. Video: www.youtube.com Quebec's Anti Protest Law tramples basic rights: legal expert "This bill, if adopted, is a breach to the fundamental, constitutional rights of the citizens," the bar ...
We do need more education: LA protests school budget cuts
Los Angeles has seen parents, teachers and children taking to the streets in protest over severe cuts to schooling. They blame the government for failing standards - that's after the education budget slashed by half in recent years. RT's Madina Kochenova listened to their plight. RT on Twitter twitter.com RT on Facebook www.facebook.com
APPLE STORE PROTEST... "WAKE UP"?
There was some kind of protest or demonstration at the Sydney Apple store today... apparently somebody wants someone to "WAKE UP".... I didn't see that Wiggle that's always sleepy, so I'm pretty sure it's not Jeff.
Activists strip to protest Assault on Turinawe
www.ntvuganda.co.ug Women activists angry over police assault on opposition activist, Ingrid Turinawe have stripped outside the Central police station in Kampala. Six of them were arrested by Police. We bring you the drama that unfolded as well as highlights of a meeting that the women held to protest the assault of Turinawe.
Montreal Mayhem: 'Protests grow beyond just student issue'
Student protests in Canada escalate as nearly 700 people were arrested on Wednesday night alone. The rallies against the proposed tuition fee increases have been going on for over a 100 days in Quebec. Many of those detained were carted off in public buses, which police converted into temporary holding pens. The demonstrations swelled after Quebec's government passed emergency laws last week to make the protests more difficult to organize. For more on the situation RT talks to Corey Pool, news editor of Concordia University's The Link, newspaper. Subscribe to RT! www.youtube.com Watch RT LIVE on our website rt.com Like us on Facebook www.facebook.com Follow us on Twitter twitter.com Follow us on Google+ plus.google.com RT (Russia Today) is a global news network broadcasting from Moscow and Washington studios. RT is the first news channel to break the 500 million YouTube views benchmark.
Protests in Philippines over China dispute
Anti-China protests took place in the capital of the Philippines over a territorial dispute in the South China Sea. About 1000 people gathered outside the Chinese embassy in Manila to protest against what they say are Chinese intrusions, as tensions increase in a long-standing dispute over the Scarborough Shoal islands claimed by both countries. Al Jazeera's Marga Ortigas reports from Manila.
Baku police arrest opposition protesters
Police in Azerbaijan have detained at least 35 opposition activists. Tension's been rising ahead of Saturday's finals of the Eurovision song contest in the capital Baku. Opposition groups are trying to use the event to publicize rights issues they say have been overlooked for years. From Azerbaijan's capital Baku is Giorgi Gogia, a senior researcher at Human Rights Watch.
Occupy Congress video: Police arrest OWS protesters
On Tuesday the Occupy Wall Street movement took their protest to Congress. This marks the movement's four month anniversary and hundreds gathered outside the Capitol where protesters held signs and chanted slogans. A handful of people were arrested and the last confirmed number was six arrests. The Occupy movement also paid a visit to the White House and the Supreme Court. RT on Twitter twitter.com RT on Facebook www.facebook.com
'Don't Attack Iran!' Nationwide anti-war protest held in UK
More on the story on.rt.com Anti-war activists have held a day of action in key British cities to warn the authorities against a potential attack on Iran. A similar rally is expected in the capital of Israel, which is leading calls to strike over Tehran's nuclear programme. Campaigners fear the mounting pressure could escalate into all-out war, the effects of which would reverberate globally. RT talks to British MP Jeremy Corbyn, who's also a member of the 'Stop the War Coalition', which organised the UK protests. RT on Twitter twitter.com RT on Facebook www.facebook.com
RAW 10000 Montreal Students Defy Anti-Protest Law Bill 78
May 18, 2012- As many as 10000 people attended a march against Quebec's emergency law bill 78 in the tuition crisis. Critics say the new rules infringe on civil rights. Source: www.cbc.ca How to Film a Revolution - A Tutorial - Look out for Agent Provocateurs FYI: Remain peaceful! Black bloc is not an organization, it is a tactic, and yes, the police have historically used it to shut down peaceful protests, Police have worn masks/disguised themselves to hide their identity, and once one act of vandalism/or unlawful act occurs it can now be legally termed an "unlawful assembly" now MASS ARRESTS will occur (such as Toronto G20), they can and will resort to force, kettling, tear gas, pepper spray and other violent means to disperse everyone at the otherwise peaceful assembly. That's why its important to film events as they happen for video evidence of possible provocateur tactics to identify all illegal activities. Video: www.youtube.com 05/18/2012- Quebec student bill 'worst law' since War Measures Act: law professor source: www.winnipegfreepress.com Key provisions of bill -78 as presented to the legislature: source: politicsrespun.org Legislation to crack down on student protests passed by National Assembly, called worst attack on civil rights since the War Measures Act source: www.theglobeandmail.com Quebec's Anti Protest Law tramples basic rights: legal expert "This bill, if adopted, is a breach to the fundamental, constitutional rights of the citizens," the bar ...
Anonymous in Paris: Anti-ACTA protest video
Supporters of the Anonymous hacker group, which is calling to halt moves by governments to tighten control over the internet, gathered near the Pompidou Center in Paris on Saturday. The group says it is trying to attract ordinary citizens' attention to the violation of rights and freedoms. In particular, the group is protesting against the controversial Anti-Counterfeiting Trade Agreement (ACTA), which promotes the creation of criminal sanctions against internet providers and users who do not comply with the legality of content saved or uploaded. The group gained fame because of its attacks on the websites of various organizations and institutions. RT on Twitter twitter.com RT on Facebook www.facebook.com
Canada protests against tuition-fee increase continue
Students in the Canadian province of Quebec have been protesting against a government move to raise higher education costs by 50 per cent for three months. The Quebec government has now offered a compromise but the dispute remains unsettled as students are not accepting compromise with any tuition increase. Al Jazeera's Daniel Lak reports.
Blood on protesters' faces and dozens arrested: Anti-NATO protest aftermath in Chicago
Over the weekend thousands of anti-NATO protesters gathered in the Windy City to march against the organization's apparent pro-war agenda. Dozens were arrested during the North Atlantic Treaty Organization conference in Chicago, Illinois. NATO was once thought as the protector of the world, but critics believe it has now become a global bully. JA Myerson, contributor for Truth-Out.org, joins us with what he saw during the protest. Like us and/or follow us: twitter.com www.facebook.com
Immortal Technique on May Day protests
As the May Day protests continue, New York city is playing host to a wide array of community leaders, activists and artists who will be speaking out and performing for thousands of demonstrators gathering in lower Manhattan. RT's Marina Portnaya spoke with music artist and activist Immortal Technique. Like us and/or follow us: twitter.com www.facebook.com
Balls protest against the TV addicts to Barcelona and Real Madrid
The Spanish Tv Channel "La Sexta" decided to delay the match Sevilla FC vs. Levante UD in order to brodcast the press conferences of Mourinho and Guardiola and Biris Norte protested throwing into the field thousands of tennis balls. From all the incomes produced by the TV rights 50% is taken for Barcelona and Real Madrid the remaining 50% is divided among 18 teams. This protest was Worldwide TT on Twitter. This is teh most unequal League in the world.
Fresh protests hit Cairo's Tahrir
A large protest is taking place in Egypt's Tarhir Square, where people are marching in support of a new law that bans Mubarak-era officials from running for office. Al Jazeera's Sherine Tadros reports from Cairo.
Raw Video: Protesters, Police Clash in Moscow
A protest demonstration in Moscow by at least 20000 people, on the eve of Vladimir Putin's inauguration as president, boiled over into a battle with police after protesters tried to split off from the approved venue and march to the Kremlin. (May 6) Subscribe to the Associated Press: bit.ly Download AP Mobile: www.ap.org Associated Press on Facebook: apne.ws Associated Press on Twitter: apne.ws Associated Press on Google+: bit.ly
Video: NYPD shut down OWS protest on 6 month anniversary
Courtesy: www.youtube.com More on the story on.rt.com A number of OWS protesters have reportedly been arrested and several injured at Zuccotti Park in Manhattan during celebrations of the movement's six-month anniversary. Police broke up the peaceful rally that had gathered almost 600 people to OWS' founding. RT on Twitter twitter.com RT on Facebook www.facebook.com
Atheists chant at Muslim protesters - 2012 Atheist Convention
Some Muslims showed up at the 2012 Atheist Convention in Australia. This is what happened :)
Video: Athens on fire as mass protest turns violent
Dozens of buildings went up in flames as the riots engulfed the center of the Greek capital. A three-story corner building believed to be a home appliances store was severely damaged by fire. Among other buildings damaged were a cinema, a bank, a mobile phone dealership, a glassware shop and a coffee shop. RT on Twitter twitter.com RT on Facebook www.facebook.com
US tightens up on protesting
In 2011, Time Magazine called The Protester the person of the year. But a new law that was recently signed by President Obama very well might mean that won't happen again. Since the start of the Occupy Wall Street Movement, over 6700 Americans have been arrested for taking part in demonstrations and this new law could raise those numbers significantly. Marina Portnaya gives us the latest on HR 347, the Trespass Bill. Like us and/or follow us: twitter.com www.facebook.com
Ethiopia- Activists protest against Zenawi rule in Camp David G-8 summit-nazret.com
Dozens of police officers in riot gear contained more than 200 Ethiopian activists who jammed a small Maryland town's square Saturday to protest their prime minister's involvement in a global economic summit at nearby Camp David. Authorities reported no arrests during the three-hour demonstration that shut down the intersection of two state highways through the center of town. The commotion drew scores of spectators, many using cameras to document their town's latest role in world affairs.
Teachers Union Ally Occupy Milwaukee Protests Scott Walker, AFP and Rick Santorum
The Recall Scott Walker crowd showed up to a recent Americans for Prosperity event to protest Israel, Rick Santorum and just abut anything else resembling capitalism and free markets. The teachers unions are showing their true colors by continuing to embrace #Occupy and the radical fringe of society. Look no further than the examples contained herein.
Clooney Released Following Protest Arrest
George Clooney and his father were released from jail after being arrested during a protest outside the Sudanese Embassy in Washington Friday. (March 16) Subscribe to the Associated Press: bit.ly Download AP Mobile: www.ap.org Associated Press on Facebook: apne.ws Associated Press on Twitter: apne.ws Associated Press on Google+: bit.ly
Anti-ACTA Day: Thousands protest across Europe
Read more on.rt.com The world has witnessed an unprecedented day of protests against ACTA. Hundreds of thousands of people have gathered in dozens of cities around the globe to protect what is left of the freedom of expression on the internet. Peter Bradwell, a campaigner for the Open Rights Group told RT that the treaty's biggest danger is in giving too much power to uncontrolled private interests. RT on Twitter twitter.com RT on Facebook www.facebook.com
PROTEST: Russian elections spelled out
Russia's gearing up for its big election day, when the people choose their next president. But this year's race has already brought huge changes in the political life of the country, that has seen some of the biggest demonstrations in its history. RT's Jacob Greeves also took to the streets of Moscow - to check the pre-election temperaments. RT on Twitter twitter.com RT on Facebook www.facebook.com
Raw Video: Clooney Arrested at DC Protest
Actor George Clooney and his father were arrested at a protest outside the Sudanese Embassy in Washington Friday. Clooney, his father, Nick and others, were arrested after being warned three times not to cross a police line outside the embassy. (March 16) Subscribe to the Associated Press: bit.ly Download AP Mobile: www.ap.org Associated Press on Facebook: apne.ws Associated Press on Twitter: apne.ws Associated Press on Google+: bit.ly
Raw Video: Immigration Protest Targets NATO
Police have arrested two protesters outside a downtown Chicago building that houses a federal immigration court. Tuesday's protest is among many leading up to this weekend's NATO summit. (May 15) Subscribe to the Associated Press: bit.ly Download AP Mobile: www.ap.org Associated Press on Facebook: apne.ws Associated Press on Twitter: apne.ws Associated Press on Google+: bit.ly
ACTA Anger: Polish protests grow into anti-govt rage
Protests are raging on in Warsaw against the signing of a new treaty, which enforces intellectual property rights on the internet. Opponents say the international ACTA document is pure censorship, and a violation of human rights. On Friday, the European Parliament's rapporteur for the Anti-Counterfeiting Trade Agreement resigned in protest. Kader Arif said drafting of the controversial anti-piracy treaty was accompanied by "never-before-seen manoeuvres" by officials. In Warsaw, extremely cold weather was definitely not an excuse for demonstrators. Friday's protest culminated a week of mass rallies in Poland. Thursday's signing of the deal by Warsaw drew tens of thousands onto the streets across the country to protest internet censorship. RT on Facebook: www.facebook.com RT on Twitter: twitter.com
May Day protests in front of the White House
The May Day/Occupy protesters are making their voices heard in nation's capital - Washington DC. RT's Kristine Frazao went along for part of their march. Like us and/or follow us: twitter.com www.facebook.com
MayDay protests expected to draw thousands to the streets
On Tuesday tens of thousands of people across America are expected to hit the streets to join in on a general strike. Over 125 cities are gearing up to participate in what could be the largest demonstration in America in decades. Andrew Blake, RT web producer, joins us with a preview on the general strike. Like us and/or follow us: twitter.com www.facebook.com
250000+ Defy Anti-Protest Law in Quebec
Jeremie Bedard: Students will insist on their rights to education and their right to protest
Obama Protesting at Harvard in 1991
Barack Obama in a 1990 video at Harvard protests in favor of the cause of Professor Derek Bell and the hiring of more minority faculty members. The full background: www.buzzfeed.com Twitter.com/BuzzFeedAndrew
Re-Occupy Wall Street: Protesters back in Zuccotti Park
Protesters are back in New York's Zuccotti Park - the symbolic birthplace of the Anti-Wall street movement where it all started almost four months ago. Barricades have been in place since mid-November when the occupiers were evicted in a night raid by police. But now that the barriers are gone the protesters are determined to stay - as RT's Anastasia Churkina reports RT on Twitter twitter.com RT on Facebook www.facebook.com
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