Friday, May 08

Tennessee legislature passes a congressional map splitting a majority-Black district ahead of midterm elections, raising concerns of voter suppression.

Thursday, May 07

U.S. immigration authorities have reinstated deportation proceedings against pro-Palestinian student Mohsen Mahdawi amid growing tensions over advocacy.

Wednesday, May 06

Israel extends detention of Gaza flotilla activists amid calls for their release and investigations into alleged mistreatment.

Monday, May 04

The Supreme Court temporarily restores mail access to the abortion pill mifepristone, allowing telehealth prescriptions until legal challenges proceed.

Sunday, May 03

Two Gaza flotilla activists allege torture during detention by Israeli forces after their humanitarian mission aimed at breaking the blockade of Gaza.

Saturday, May 02

A US appeals court has temporarily blocked mail delivery of the abortion pill mifepristone, significantly affecting access to reproductive health care.

Friday, May 01

Riots broke out in Australia after the arrest of a man suspected of killing a five-year-old Indigenous girl, leading to clashes with police and calls for justice.

Thursday, Apr 30

Louisiana's U.S. House primaries are suspended due to a Supreme Court ruling on racial gerrymandering, while other elections will proceed as scheduled.

Thursday, Apr 30

The US Supreme Court has limited the use of race in drawing electoral maps, impacting minority representation and potential election outcomes.

Monday, Apr 27

The first public trial of Assad-era officials in Syria has begun, centering on Atef Najib and shedding light on past atrocities.