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23/06/2023

Today, medication abortion accounts for most abortions in the U.S. Abortion pills are a safe and effective way to end an early pregnancy, especially for people in states where reproductive healthcare has been restricted following the overturning of Roe v. Wade on June 24, 2022.

We’ve partnered with , a public health information campaign, to break down why abortion pills are important and how you can support abortion access.

01/03/2022

On February 24, 2022, Russia launched a military attack on Ukraine, killing hundreds of Ukrainian civilians and threatening international security. Explosions have been reported in Ukraine's capital Kyiv and in other cities across the country. Many have warned that this invasion could be the biggest conflict in Europe since WWII.

Ukrainians have been fleeing violence and seeking asylum in neighboring countries. Civilians, journalists, and others on the ground are in need of support. Here’s how you can help.

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07/02/2022

On February 2, Amir Locke, a 22-year-old Black man, was killed by police in Minneapolis. Body cam footage shows a SWAT team entering the apartment under a "no-knock" warrant, startling Amir awake, and shooting him 3 times.

Hundreds of protesters have been gathering in downtown Minneapolis to demand . Around the country, activists are calling for lawmakers to take action.

06/01/2022

One year ago today on January 6, 2021, thousands of pro-Trump rioters stormed the U.S. Capitol Building where Congress was meeting to certify the electoral votes for President Biden. Incited by Trump, these rioters attempted to undermine our democracy by threatening our elected officials and claiming the 2020 presidential election was "stolen."

Here’s a breakdown of lessons we can learn from the insurrection.

26/10/2021

Across the United States, more than 100,000 workers are on strike or preparing to strike. Since the beginning of October, thousands of workers at John Deere, Kaiser Permanente, Kellogg, and other companies have taken to the picket lines to demand higher pay and improved working conditions.

During , workers are mobilizing to demand livable wages, better treatment, and other benefits.

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06/09/2021

On September 1, the Supreme Court allowed Texas SB 8 to pass, effectively banning all abortions after 6 weeks of pregnancy. The passing of SB 8 is catastrophic for people in Texas, but it's also concerning for reproductive rights across the country. Here’s what you need to know.

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18/08/2021

HOW TO HELP AFGHANISTAN

We’ve compiled a running list of resources to take action to support people in . Click the link below ⬇️

Here’s an ongoing list of resources, petitions to sign, places to donate to, and organizations to follow to keep up with the situation in Afghanistan:

14/07/2021

On July 11, thousands of Cubans took to the streets in one of the country's largest protests. Here’s what you need to know.

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18/06/2021

is an annual celebration that commemorates the day the last enslaved Black Americans heard of their freedom on June 19, 1865. Juneteenth honors the end of enslavement in the United States.

In 2021, Juneteenth is being recognized as a federal holiday for the first time. Americans can commemorate Juneteenth by learning Black history, celebrating Black joy, and working meaningful change.

25/05/2021

Tomorrow is the 1 year anniversary of George Floyd’s death. Last year, protests erupted around the world as millions called to end police brutality and demand justice for , , and .

As we continue to pressure our elected leaders to protect Black lives, here’s a breakdown of 4 systemic solutions to stop police violence.

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12/05/2021

In the last several weeks, violence has escalated over the forced evictions of 6 Palestinian families in Sheikh Jarrah, a neighborhood in East Jerusalem. The Israeli Prime Minister has trivialized the situation as a “real-estate dispute,” but activists and political leaders around the world view these evictions as part of a systematic effort to displace Palestinians.

Protesters calling to have been met with police violence, and civilians have been killed by air strikes.

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06/05/2021

Last week, thousands of Colombian took part in a national strike against a tax proposal from President Iván Duque Márquez. Although Duque has withdrawn the proposal, mass protests have continued against economic inequality, rising poverty, and government repression.

Protesters in Colombia have been met with police violence and military suppression, and dozens of people have died with hundreds more injured.

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30/04/2021

Today, April 29, 2021, marks 100 days since President Biden took office. Here's a look at some of the promises Biden made, whether he has delivered, and the work still needed to be done in these key issue areas.



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27/04/2021

India is currently experiencing the world's worst outbreak of COVID-19. Over the last several weeks, a second wave of coronavirus has pushed the country into crisis. The infection rate has hit all-time highs of 350,000+ new cases per day and more than 17 million total cases nationwide.

New deadly variants of COVID-19 and government policy failures have led to overwhelmed hospitals and a shortage of vaccines, ventilators, and oxygen.

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19/04/2021

Over the last few weeks, the police of killings of and have demonstrated yet again that police reform does not stop police violence. We must continue to pressure our cities and local leaders to and invest in our communities.



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