Protests
Russian Court Frees Kasparov
Chess grandmaster had been arrested for participating in an unauthorized rally supporting Pussy Riot.
High School Students Clash With Police During Protests in Chile
The teenagers are protesting their underfunded school system
Bahrain Activist's Appeal over "Insulting" Tweet Succeeds
But he's still in jail for leading protests and inciting violence against police.
Mine Protests Spread in South Africa
It's been just a week since 34 were shot at one demonstration
Police Kill 30+ Strikers at South Africa Mine
Marikana platinum plant action began a week ago. Lonmin shares tank.
South Koreans Swim to Disputed Islands
The relay swim comes amid diplomatic tensions with Japan over ownership of the Dokdo (or Takeshima) islands.
Free Speech Zones for Dead Troops: Westboro Nuts Inspire Federal Legislation
President Barack Obama signs legislation to restrict protests at military funerals. The rest of us will just have to manage.
Topless Protest at Olympics
Activists protested outside of London's City Hall against the treatment of female athletes in Muslim countries.
Russian Anti-Corruption Blogger Charged
Alexei Navalny, who has been charged with theft, faces a long prison sentence and is banned from leaving Russia.
