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international-affairs2 years ago

Protests for Palestinian rights disrupt Black Friday shopping

Bay Area Palestinians and indigenous groups in the San Francisco Bay Area are calling for a full cease-fire in Gaza amidst a four-day humanitarian pause. Many Bay Area Palestinians are relieved that their families in Gaza can finally walk freely without the constant fear of airstrikes. However, concerns remain about the limited duration of the pause and the worsening conditions in the West Bank. Protests and solidarity marches have taken place in the Bay Area, demanding an end to the occupation and a permanent cease-fire. Calls for a humanitarian corridor to assist Gazans as winter approaches have also been made.

international-affairs2 years ago

Massive Demonstrations in NJ Show Solidarity for Israel Amidst Israel-Hamas Conflict

Thousands of demonstrators gathered in Livingston, New Jersey, in one of the region's largest demonstrations since the start of the Israel-Hamas war. The march, organized by community organizations and faith groups, was a show of solidarity with Israel and a demand for the destruction of Hamas. The peaceful demonstration included speeches, singing of national anthems, and support from local businesses. Organizers said nearly 70 groups participated in the march, which followed pro-Palestinian protests in New York City.

entertainment2 years ago

"Solidarity March Unites Striking Actors and Allies in Hollywood"

SAG-AFTRA organized a solidarity march and rally in Hollywood as the writers and actors strike continues, with picketers marching from Netflix to Paramount Studios. The strike, which has lasted for 134 days for the Writers Guild of America and 61 days for SAG-AFTRA, has severely impacted the production of movies and TV shows. Industry professionals are struggling to find work, and some hope that legacy studios will break off from the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers to make their own deals with the unions. The strikes are part of a larger trend of labor unrest in various industries.