Strike over labour reforms brings Argentina’s capital to a near-standstill
The Chamber of Deputies is weighing a labour bill that would increase work hours, cut severance pay and ease firing.

The Chamber of Deputies is weighing a labour bill that would increase work hours, cut severance pay and ease firing.



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After the High Court ruling, Huda Ammori, co-founder of Palestine Action, says the UK government’s ban has backfired.
Bangladesh Nationalist Party led by Rahman has won a historic majority in the first elections after the 2024 uprising.

Security forces in Buenos Aires fired tear gas, rubber bullets and water cannon at protesters opposing labour reform.












Rallies across Iran marked the 47th anniversary of the Islamic Revolution, with many showing support for the government.
Andrey Gurov will head a caretaker government tasked with organising snap elections .
A significant part of Iranian society is infuriated and grieving the killings of thousands during recent protests.

Bangladesh heads to its first election since protests toppled Sheikh Hasina.

Anti-government protesters in Albania hurled petrol bombs and fireworks at police.
Chao Tayiana Maina explains how colonial methods of repression used against the Mau Mau resurface in protests worldwide.