Thai Election Results Blocked by Junta’s Allies, Plunging Country into Political Uncertainty

Junta’s Allies Reject Thai Election Results, Derailing Top Opposition Figure The Thai military’s hold on the Senate blocked a popular progressive candidate who had emerged as the clear winner. Parliament will now have to vote again, as the opposition vows to demonstrate. The takeaway from Thailand’s general election in May was clear: Voters had dealt … Read more

Violent Protests Sweep France as President Macron Addresses Crisis

Violent Protests Sweep France as President Macron Addresses Crisis

More than 1,300 people were arrested overnight as riotous protests once again gripped France following the police killing of a 17-year-old. President Emmanuel Macron postponed his scheduled state visit to Germany as his government struggled to control the violent demonstrations that have engulfed major cities like Marseille and Lyon. The protests erupted after a French … Read more

Protests Continue to Rock France as Over 1,300 Arrested Following Police Killing of Teenager

Protests Continue to Rock France as Over 1,300 Arrested Following Police Killing of Teenager

More than 1,300 people were arrested overnight as riotous protests once again gripped France over the police killing of a 17-year-old. Despite officials stating that the violence was less intense than in previous nights, the turmoil continued to grip major cities like Marseille and Lyon. Since the protests erupted over the teenager’s death on Tuesday, … Read more