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Members of Bundestag begin a nationwide mobilization against Neo-Nazis

Several members of german parliament of the party Die Linke hung posters in Berlin, as the beginning of a nationwide mobilization against europe...

by Theo Schneider in Germany on 18/01/2012

Politics

Occupy Marseille back in the streets after eviction from Cour Julien

After being violently removed by CRS special units with tear gas from Cour Julien, the "Indignes" are back on the streets. Marseilles,...

by amit mendelsohn in France on 17/12/2011

Society

Occupy Lisbon Begins

Thousands of people protest in Lisbon as part of the world mobilisation. Portugal. 15th October 2011

by Fernando Mendes in Portugal on 15/10/2011

BREAKING NEWS

18/01/2012 - Members of Bundestag begin a nationwide mobilization against Neo-Nazis - Germany - Several members of german parliament of...
17/12/2011 - Occupy Marseille back in the streets after eviction from Cour Julien - France - After being violently removed by CRS...
15/10/2011 - Occupy Lisbon Begins - Portugal - Thousands of people protest in Lisbon...
15/10/2011 - 15O - United for a global change - Barcelona - Spain - BARCELONA, CATALONIA, SPAIN - OCTOBER...
11/10/2011 - Bernard Thibault leads fifteen thousand protesters in Marseilles - France - 15,000 people march in the streets led...
23/11/2010 - Final Spark - Protest against retirement Reform - France - Less then 1,000 people attended the...
28/10/2010 - Video: Dockers throw Explosives on the Police - Marseilles - France - A video example of how the dockers are...
28/10/2010 - The Protests are Dying - Another Demonstration in Marseilles - France - An understandable reduced amount of...
27/10/2010 - 10,000 tons of garbage ready to be collected in Marseilles - France - After two weeks of strikes, garbage...
19/10/2010 - Just before the countdown is over - Another Protest Day. - France - A day before the senate is going to...

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Heir Apparent Sheikh Tamim Al Thani awards horse racing Sword Trophy
The Heir Apparent of Qatar HH Shiekh Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani awards the trophies to winning riders, trainers, and owners at the end of his Arabian horse racing Trophies, and Sword Day....
Demonstration against redundancies at Spanair – Madrid
Representatives of Spanair employees organized a demonstration in the capital to protest against redundancies after the bankruptcy of the airline was announced. Unions want to negotiate...
Trafalgar Square wardens disrupt MP's press-call - London 09.12.2011
On 9th December 2011, a press-call by Barry Gardiner MP calling for the London Olympics Committee to end Dow Chemicals' co-sponsorship of the 2012 games, was interrupted by 'H...
Cinema Jerusalem opens after 25 years of closure
Cinema Jerusalem was the first cinema in the city of East Jerusalem. Now, it has reopen its doors to an audience, after the closure 25 years ago, but with a new look. Israel. 9th Februa...
Greeks protesting for their rights riot outside parliament
The Greek government agreed to lower the minimum wage in Greece, which has caused large riots outside the front of Parliament. Athens. 9th February 2012
British jockey David Badel wins Heir Apparent Thoroughbred Trophy
The Heir Apparent Trophy and Sword Day is the biggest racing event in Qatar. David Badel, riding Amico Mio, won the Trophy. The event is held in honour of the Heir Apparent of Qatar HH ...
Opening of the NBA in Palestinian Territory - Bethlehem
Palestinian basketball teams face off on the court at the Catholic Action school. A cheerleading performance was given during halftime. 8th February 2012
Protesters take part in a sit-in at the Saxon embassy in Berlin
About 30 people take part in a protest against Neo-Nazi marches after the county of Saxony allowed a march to be held on the 13th February. Berlin, Germany. 8th February 2012
Snow continues to fall on Southern Italy
In southern Italy snow continues to fall, but in Tuscany and the North snowing has subsided. Ice and the wind has made temperatures several degrees below zero. Italy. 7th February 2012
Snow falls on London
As a cold wave sweeps through England snow falls on Notting Hill. London, UK. 4th February 2012
Saturday at the Ventura Harbor fish market - Ventura
Ventura fish company owner of the longliner Ventura II holds a Saturday fish market when the boat returns with its catch. The Ventura II can go 1000 miles in search of fish and can be g...
Province of Siena under snow
The province of Siena was forced to call on the assistance of the Italian army after a rare snowstorm. Bucine, Italy. 4th February 2012
Round 3 of Qatar Masters Resumes in perfect conditions
Early Commercial Bank Qatar Masters contender Jason Day lost his grip on the title when he missed several easy shots, ending the day on 4 under par. Game partner Thomas Bjorn ended his...
Sri Lanka celebrates its 64th year of Independence
Several activities were held & the hoisting of the national flag and singing of the national anthem took place in the ancient capital Anuradhapura. Sri Lanka. 4th February 2012
Qatar Masters Round 3 lead by Paul Lawrie from Scotland
Action on the 18th hole at Doha Golf Club during Round 3 of the Qatar Masters. Paul Lawrie leads the day on 8 under par, with fellow player Peter Hanson 2 strokes behind. Course conditi...
Lee Westwood European Tour - Qatar finished 3 under Par Round 3
Qatar Masters Golf resumed today with Round 3. Lee Westwood of Close House Golf Club in the UK was vying for the lead, finishing just 2 strokes off. Doha, Qatar. 4th February 2012
Snowfall leaves Tuscany without power
After four days of heavy snowfall, many Italian counties are without power. Bucine, Italy. 4th February 2012
Canals freeze over as a delayed winter arrives in Amsterdam
Canals begin to freeze over as a cold wave grips Europe during a winter which has seen mostly mild temperatures across the continent. Amsterdam, Then Netherlands. 3rd February 2012
Italy paralysed due to heavy snow - Arezzo
Italy remains paralysed for a second day by snow. The temperatures have not risen above freezing. Experts say from here on, cold winters and hot summers will be experienced. 2nd Februar...
National Gallery workers stage 2 hour lunchtime strike
Members of the Public and Commercial Services Union (PCS) staged a 2 hour strike outside the National Gallery in London. The members are in dispute with the gallery over the need for ex...