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Pro-Palestinian protesters break through barricades to retake MIT encampment
Pro-Palestinian demonstrators, initially barred by police from accessing an encampment at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology on Monday, breached the fencing. They then linked arms and surrounded the remaining tents. Meanwhile, Columbia University decided to cancel its university-wide commencement ceremony after weeks of pro-Palestinian protests.
Police clear pro-Palestinian protesters from Columbia University while clashes break out at UCLA
Violent clashes occurred on the University of California in Los Angeles campus between pro-Palestinian protesters and counter-demonstrators, according to live video coverage. Supporters of Israel attempted to tear down a pro-Palestinian protest encampment. The incident follows the largest outpouring of U.S. student activism since the 2020 anti-racism protests. New York City police arrested dozens of pro-Palestinian demonstrators and removed a protest encampment on Columbia University campus.
Israel supporters attack pro-Palestinian camp in Los Angeles, 300 Gaza protesters arrested in New York
Witness footage from UCLA, verified by Reuters, showed people wielding sticks or poles to hammer on wooden boards being used as makeshift barricades to protect the pro-Palestinian protesters before police were deployed to the campus.
Violence flares at UCLA as police end protests at New York's Columbia
The university canceled classes for the day on Wednesday, and UCLA Chancellor Gene Block said the school would conduct an investigation "that may lead to arrests, expulsions and dismissals."
'This must end now,' says NYC Mayor as protesters take over Columbia University building
New York City Mayor Eric Adams claimed Tuesday that the protests at Columbia University have been “co-opted by professional outside agitators,” but didn’t provide specific evidence to back up that contention. Speaking at a 6 p.m. news conference, Adams, a Democr...
Columbia protests: Pro-Palestine protesters break into campus building and seize it
Demonstrators at Columbia University barricaded themselves inside a campus building on April 30, escalating a standoff with school officials. Masked individuals smashed windows and blocked doors with metal tables after administrators began suspending protesting stude...
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Activists occupy Columbia building as US campus protests flare
Pro-Palestinian protests at Columbia University intensified as demonstrators barricaded themselves inside a campus building, clashing with school officials. The protests, part of a broader wave across US colleges, aim to pressure institutions to divest from Israel. President Biden's administration criticized the building seizure, calling it unacceptable. The protests, marked by clashes and arrests, have sparked debates on free speech and anti-Semitism. The demonstrations reflect global outrage over the Gaza conflict, with protesters demanding justice for Palestinians.
How Columbia University's complex history with the student protest movement echoes into today
College students at Columbia University are taking part in pro-Palestinian demonstrations, echoing a long-standing tradition of activism at the prestigious institution dating back to 1968. The recent arrests of over 100 students have sparked protests at campuses nationwide. However, these actions have faced criticism for alleged antisemitism, leading to tensions on campus and calls for increased security measures.
Pro-Palestinian protests sweep US college campuses following mass arrests at Columbia
Columbia University in New York City, Yale University, and Harvard University have all been at the center of escalating tensions surrounding the conflict between Israel and Hamas. Following the arrest of over 100 pro-Palestinian demonstrators at Columbia last week, the university decided to cancel in-person classes as a precautionary measure. At Yale, around 45 protesters were arrested for trespassing after setting up tents on campus and calling for divestment from defense companies doing business with Israel.
Who could replace World Bank President David Malpass?
The bank has historically been headed by someone from the United States, the bank's largest shareholder, while a European heads the International Monetary Fund, but developing countries and emerging markets are pushing to widen those choices.
Gates Foundation expands board following Bill, Melinda split
Wednesday's announcement means the global charitable group will now have six people to guide its work and its USD 50 billion endowment. However, Gates and French Gates will continue to have additional authority as co-chairs of the foundation.
Brexit side-effect: Nobody wants to be Bank of England governor
The UK may need to settle for an ordinary BOE chief, rather than a superstar.
Motor racing-Danica estimates dozen concussions in racing career
MOTOR-NASCAR-DAYTONA/DANICA:Motor racing-Danica estimates dozen concussions in racing career
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