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entertainment2 days ago•17 min saved

Scream 7 Director Defends Pro-Palestine Voices Outside LA Premiere

Kevin Williamson acknowledged and defended the pro-Palestine protesters marching outside the Scream 7 LA premiere, saying people in America have a right to protest. The demonstration, organized by groups including Entertainment Labor for Palestine, CODEPINK LA and Jewish Voice for Peace-Los Angeles, referenced Melissa Barrera’s past Palestine comments and firing from the film. Spyglass Media condemned antisemitism and urged audiences to consider the campaign, while Scream 7 is set to release on February 27.

via The Hollywood Reporter|

#entertainment #kevin-williamson #la-premiere

politics4 months ago•2 min saved

Catherine Connolly Wins Irish Presidency in Landslide Victory

Catherine Connolly, a left-wing independent candidate with a pro-Palestine stance, is set to become Ireland's next president after her rival conceded defeat, with vote counting still underway across the country.

via Al Jazeera|

#catherine-connolly #ireland #politics

law5 months ago•3 min saved

Judges Condemn Trump and GOP Officials for Targeting Pro-Palestine Activists and Protesters

A federal judge ruled that the Trump administration, including Rubio and Noem, unconstitutionally targeted pro-Palestine activists for deportation to suppress free speech, highlighting misuse of government powers and the importance of First Amendment protections.

via The Intercept|

#deportation #first-amendment #free-speech

music8 months ago•3 min saved

Kneecap's Fiery Glastonbury Performance Sparks Controversy and Audience Chants

Irish rap group Kneecap performed a provocative and controversial set at Glastonbury, expressing pro-Palestine views and making political statements, which drew criticism from UK politicians and media, amid ongoing legal issues involving one member.

via The Hollywood Reporter|

#bbc #controversy #glastonbury

campus-protests1 year ago•2 min saved

Stanford Police Arrest Pro-Palestine Protesters After Office Takeover

Pro-Palestine protesters have occupied the president's office at Stanford University, demanding the addition of a divestment bill to the Board of Trustees meeting, financial transparency, and the dropping of charges against pro-Palestinian students. The group, consisting of around 10 students inside and 50 outside, has barricaded the building and renamed it "Dr. Adnan Office." Security and law enforcement are present, and the situation is ongoing.

via The Stanford Daily|

#campus-protests #divestment #occupation

educationprotests1 year ago•3 min saved

UC Academic Workers Strike Over Pro-Palestinian Protest Responses

Pro-Palestinian student protestors at UC Santa Cruz are blocking campus entrances, causing disruptions and safety concerns. The university has called for the protestors to disband, citing blocked emergency access and impeded campus operations. The protests, which began a month ago, demand university divestment from Israeli institutions and have led to a strike by academic workers over police actions against protestors.

via KSBW Monterey|

#campus-blockade #divestment #educationprotests

crime1 year ago•1 min saved

Teen Arrested for Violent Attack on UCLA Pro-Palestine Camp

UCLA police arrested 18-year-old Edan On for a violent attack on a pro-Palestinian encampment on campus, marking the first arrest related to the incident. On, identified by CNN and confirmed by his mother, was booked on suspicion of felony assault with a deadly weapon. The attack has led to intense scrutiny of UCLA's security measures and law enforcement's response.

via The Daily Beast|

#arrest #assault #crime

education-protests1 year ago•0 min saved

Harvard Graduates Stage Pro-Palestine Walkout at Commencement

Hundreds of Harvard students walked out of their commencement ceremony to protest the university's decision to bar 13 students involved in Gaza protests from graduating, part of a broader call for universities to boycott entities linked to Israel.

via BBC.com|

#campus-protests #education-protests #graduation

education-protests1 year ago•21 min saved

Maria Ressa and Gustavo Dudamel Honored at Harvard's 373rd Commencement

Over 1,000 people walked out of Harvard's 373rd Commencement ceremony to protest the university's decision to deny degrees to 13 seniors involved in a pro-Palestine encampment. The protest, which included chants and Palestinian flags, continued throughout the ceremony, with some students and faculty holding a separate "People's Commencement" to honor the barred students. Despite the disruptions, the official ceremony proceeded as planned, with speeches from various dignitaries and the conferral of degrees to the remaining graduates.

via Harvard Crimson|

#commencement #degrees #education-protests

protesttransportation1 year ago•0 min saved

"Pro-Palestinian Protesters Cause Major Traffic Disruption by Blocking I-880 in Oakland"

A pro-Palestine protest is blocking all northbound Interstate-880 at Fifth Avenue in Oakland, with a sign advocating for a free Palestine, while all lanes on southbound I-880 at Broadway are also blocked. The protest is impacting several AC Transit lines, and riders are advised to board at 7th Street and Mandela Parkway. Police officers are present in protective gear, and drivers are encouraged to take alternate routes.

via KRON4|

#ac-transit #california-highway-patrol #interstate-880

business1 year ago•1 min saved

McDonald's Acquires Israeli Franchise Amid Turmoil

McDonald’s has agreed to purchase all 225 restaurants from its Israel franchise following weak sales due to pro-Palestinian boycotts over the Israeli regime’s actions in Gaza. The deal involves taking control of the outlets previously run by local licensee Alonyal Ltd., owned by Israeli businessman Omri Padan. The company's support for the occupying regime's actions in Gaza led to widespread boycotts, impacting its sales and prompting this acquisition.

via Press TV|

#boycott #business #franchise

education2 years ago•2 min saved

Harvard Condemns Antisemitic Image Circulated by Pro-Palestine Groups

Harvard President Alan M. Garber and the Corporation condemned an antisemitic image posted by pro-Palestine student groups, leading to outrage from Harvard affiliates and an investigation by the University. The image, which depicted antisemitic tropes, was quickly removed by the groups, but drew widespread condemnation. The University announced a review of the situation and disciplinary action for those responsible, while facing scrutiny from Jewish groups and a congressional committee investigating antisemitism on campus. Garber emphasized the need to combat antisemitism with actions, not just words.

via Harvard Crimson|

#antisemitism #controversy #education

entertainment2 years ago•4 min saved

Melissa Barrera Opens Up About Scream Firing and Friendship with Co-Star

Melissa Barrera addresses being fired from Scream 7 over pro-Palestine social media posts, refuting accusations of "Holocaust distortion" and expressing support for ceasefire. Barrera also discusses her friendship with co-star Jenna Ortega and emphasizes the importance of using her platform to advocate for human rights and freedom. Spyglass dropped Barrera from the film, citing zero tolerance for hate speech, while Barrera maintains her stance against antisemitism and Islamophobia.

via Daily Mail|

#controversy #entertainment #melissa-barrera

crime-and-investigation2 years ago•2 min saved

"Police Investigate Alleged Chemical Attack on Pro-Palestine Rally at Columbia University"

Police in New York City are investigating a possible hate crime after pro-Palestine demonstrators at Columbia University reported being sprayed with a foul-smelling substance during a march, resulting in symptoms like vomiting and headaches. The incident follows months of tension on campus between pro-Palestinian and pro-Israel students, with previous incidents including assaults and online harassment. The New York Police Department is investigating at least six reports related to the march, and no arrests have been made yet.

via BBC.com|

#columbia-university #crime-and-investigation #hate-crime

protest-disruption2 years ago•2 min saved

"Pro-Palestine Protest Prompts Closure of Seattle's U-District Link Light Rail Station"

Seattle's U-District Link light rail station was closed due to a planned pro-Palestine protest targeting a transportation disruption, with protestors denouncing the links between Sound Transit and multinational conglomerate Siemens for their involvement in Israeli occupation. Sound Transit established a bus bridge between Roosevelt and UW stations, and the protest comes after a previous disruption on Interstate 5. Washington State Patrol is still investigating the previous protest, and critics argue that the organizers had no right to trap innocent drivers.

via KOMO News|

#pro-palestine #protest #protest-disruption