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Breanna Stewart of the New York Liberty urged protecting the WNBA’s inclusive culture amid rallies over transgender athletes, emphasizing education and space for disagreement while deferring to the league’s anti-hate task force for policy guidance and highlighting unity as the league’s strength.
Breanna Stewart calls for a safe space as the transgender rights debate sparks rallies at Indiana Fever games, highlighting tensions surrounding gender identity in professional basketball.
After the 11-year-old Lyhanna's murder in Fleurance, protests across hundreds of towns accuse the justice system of failure to protect children and demand systemic reform. The main suspect had multiple prior complaints of sexual violence against minors but was not investigated until after Lyhanna’s death. France’s justice minister apologized, and prosecutors were ordered to review around 70,000 pending child-victim complaints as activists press for accountability and lasting changes.
London mounted a massive security operation for two rival rallies — the far-right Unite the Kingdom march led by Tommy Robinson and a Nakba Day pro-Palestinian protest — deploying around 4,000 officers with horses, dogs, drones and helicopters; authorities warned of a zero-tolerance approach to hate speech, cautioned about potential clashes ahead of the FA Cup Final, and by mid-afternoon 31 people had been arrested.
Stephen Colbert highlighted thousands of “No Kings” protests against Donald Trump across the U.S. and Europe, praising crowds from New York to London and delivering satirical quips on his show; the rallies are described as the largest single-day protest in the U.S. since Earth Day 1970.
Thousands across all 50 states are planning No Kings rallies on Saturday, led by a flagship event in Minnesota's St. Paul expected to draw up to 100,000 people and featuring Bruce Springsteen; Gov. Tim Walz will attend. Organizers say Minnesota’s immigration crackdowns and related deaths spurred the protests, which have grown into a nationwide movement opposing Trump policies amid broader international tensions.
Thousands marked Australia Day with Indigenous-led “Invasion Day” rallies calling for unity, land rights and accountability for police matters, while separate anti-immigration protests drew hundreds; Prime Minister Albanese urged unity as the nation debates the date amid high immigration and cost-of-living pressures, with public opinion split on keeping the traditional date.
The 'No Kings' protests supporting democracy are scheduled across Greater Boston and other U.S. cities on October 18, with Boston's rally on Boston Common featuring Mayor Michelle Wu as a speaker, following a nationwide demonstration in June.
In one of his final campaign rallies, Vance criticized Vice President Harris, referring to her as 'trash,' as part of his political rhetoric leading up to the elections.
Former President Trump held two rallies in Pennsylvania, a key battleground state, as part of his final campaign push before Election Day. He criticized Rep. Adam Schiff, discussed college athletes wrestling migrants, and welcomed Megyn Kelly on stage, marking a notable reconciliation since their 2015 clash. Trump emphasized the importance of voting, with polls showing a tight race between him and Vice President Harris. He also praised Jill Stein, a potential spoiler for Harris, and reiterated his stance on immigration and tariffs.
Former President Donald Trump's recent rallies have seen noticeably smaller crowds, with venues often not reaching full capacity. This trend has been observed in several locations, including North Carolina and Pennsylvania, despite Trump's history of drawing large, enthusiastic audiences. The decline in attendance comes amid controversial remarks at a New York rally and as the election approaches. Trump's campaign has dismissed reports of dwindling crowds, attributing them to media bias, while Trump himself continues to claim full attendance at his events.
President Biden and former President Trump held simultaneous rallies in Georgia, signaling the state's importance in the upcoming election. Biden directly contrasted his record with Trump's and announced a new ad blitz targeting Georgia, while Trump spoke for nearly two hours, repeating falsehoods about election fraud and using the killing of Laken Riley to push his immigration agenda. The events also highlighted a new class of Georgia GOP figures and the expected role of Senator Raphael Warnock in Biden's campaign.
President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump held rival rallies in Georgia, trading barbs and warning of dire consequences if the other wins another term in the White House. Both parties are preparing for another closely contested race in the state this year, with Biden receiving endorsements from political groups representing Black, Latino, and Asian Americans and Pacific Island voters, while Trump blamed Biden for the death of a Georgia nursing student and highlighted immigration issues. The intensity of the rhetoric presaged a grueling eight months of campaigning ahead in the state, which has become a true battleground.
Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump held dueling political rallies in Las Vegas, with Harris addressing supporters at the IBEW Local 357 and Trump holding a rally at Gary Reese Freedom Park. Harris highlighted Nevada's political significance and discussed various issues, while Trump addressed topics such as election fraud and encouraged voter participation. The rallies drew supporters from across the country, setting the stage for continued political activity in Nevada.
In Rochester, N.Y., two separate rallies were held with one group demanding justice for Todd Novick, who was shot by police on Christmas Eve after allegedly brandishing a replica handgun, and another showing support for local law enforcement. The "Justice for Todd Novick" rally called for reforms including a foot pursuit policy, while the pro-police group defended current practices. Investigations into the shooting are ongoing by the state Attorney General's Office, the Rochester Police Accountability Board, and the Rochester Police Professional Standards Division.