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Universities Have Failed Their Democratic Mission by Repressing Gaza Protests
Universities are using draconian measures against student protesters who refuse to deem Palestinian suffering “unreal.”
Grieving Mothers Say Punitive New Drug Laws Won’t Solve the Overdose Crisis
Mothers who lost loved ones are speaking out against a wave of harsh anti-drug legislation that has swept the US.
Israeli Extremists Set Fire to UNRWA’s Headquarters in East Jerusalem
The agency was forced to close its compound in the occupied city after the latest attack.
Public Health Experts Raise Concerns About State of Bird Flu Testing
A lack of data and surveillance of the H5N1 virus is worrying some public health experts about cases going unnoticed.
Rubio Calls for Deportation of International Students Over Campus Protests
The Florida senator suggested international students should be punished for exercising their First Amendment rights.
UN Conference on Plastic Pollution Crisis Dominated by Industry Reps
The negotiations for a plastics treaty appeared to lack rules on conflict of interest or transparency.
UN Official: Gaza Without Fuel Means Defunct Hospitals, Trash Piles, Disease
“There’s no words to describe how bad this situation is going to be without fuel,” a UNRWA official said.
More Than 100K Sign Petition Calling for Judge’s Removal From Trump Docs Case
The number of signatures on the petition doubled after Cannon indefinitely suspended the trial date this week.
There’s Only 1 to 3 Days’ Worth of Food Left in Gaza, World Food Programme Warns
Israel’s aid blockade is threatening to dramatically accelerate the spread of famine across the region.
Tennessee Law Will Force Schools to Out Trans Students to Their Parents
“This law does not protect children and schools should not be forced to put children in danger,” an LGBTQ advocate said.