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Philippine social movements storm US Embassy

18-11-2008 08:18

Philippine social movements hit G-20 summit’s exclusivity, call for a new and democratic world order

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Friday 14.11.08 anarcho students occupy ministry - report and photo's

18-11-2008 02:05

Members of anarchist group Autonomy&Solidarity from Goldsmiths University joined other students and revolutionaries to take action last Friday in London. Education is a priceless; it shouldn't have price.

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BRISTOL SQUAT RESISTANCE 87 Ashley Road (Unity Home) The occupation continues

18-11-2008 01:07

The roof of 87 Ashley road St Paul's Bristol continues to be occupied 120 hours (5 days) after the attempted eviction of the residents. The people on the roof are staying put in protest at the gentrification and destitution of our area. And in defence of homes for all.

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Film Screenings 27th November and 11th December

18-11-2008 00:30

FreeSpaceBrum present another evening of short films at the Spotted Dog pub, corner of Warwick Street and Alcester Street, Thursday 27th November from 7.30 pm. And December 11th Reel News UK tour film night, venue to be confirmed.

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US elections: Everything must change so that it remains the same

17-11-2008 23:14

The fraudulent US government exists in the interest of the market economy. Americans need to wake up, kick out all elected representatives starting with Congress, White House all the way to city hall and start working towards the development of a new society based on the equal distribution of economic and political, and social power like Inclusive Democracy maintains.

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Politkovskaya murder trial opens in Moscow

17-11-2008 21:19

The trial has opened in Moscow of four men charged with involvement in the murder of Russian journalist Anna Politkovskaya.The court ruled this morning it would be open to the public. None of the men are directly accused of Politkovskaya’s murder.

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Class consciousness in the North East

17-11-2008 19:17

You are invited to visit the 2nd Ever North East Working Class Bookfair, sponsored by North East area NUM.

2nd Annual Working Class Bookfair
Sat 22 Nov 2008 12 - 4pm
Durham Clayport (central) Library
Millennium Place, Durham City

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Twinning with Palestine Public meeting

17-11-2008 19:17

Twinning with Palestine public meeting with the a student activist and a healthcare worker from Palestine has been organised at the Indian Workers Association-GB Centre on Wednesday, 19th Nov '08, 7-8.30pm.

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Sweden increases military presence in Afghanistan (by Latuff)

17-11-2008 19:02

Afghan quagmire
Copyleft artwork by Brazilian cartoonist Latuff.

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British court ruling increases risk of home repossession

17-11-2008 18:32

A British court ruling allowing lenders to seize properties after only two missed mortgage payments has made a mockery of claims by the Brown government to be protecting ordinary people from losing their homes.

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UK recognises Chinese sovereignty over Tibet

17-11-2008 17:46

In a shameful act, the British government has recognised Chinese sovereignty of Tibet.

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We won't pay for their crisis! demo - Less than 1 week away, organsie, mobilise!

17-11-2008 17:35

Next Saturday (22/11/08) marks the start of a campaign in Bath going under the heading 'we wont pay for their crisis!', demanding no more bank bailouts, and working towards initiating community based solutions to the financial crisis.
People will be meeting at 12.30pm at Abbey Courtyard for a demo taking in the sights of some of Baths banks and seats of local government.

We are hoping for a big turnout for this one to send out a strong political messagen and kickstart a campaign genuinley capable of making changes.

We are hoping for as much support as possible from Bath and the South West, so please try and get yerself down for the demo!

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Interpal faces closure

17-11-2008 17:16

Article copied from Interpal, a charity who support the Palestinian refugees.

Lloyds TSB is calling for IBB to stop Interpal's account without any legal, economic or other reason given.

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Direct Action; Brazil, UK, Uruguay, USA, Mexico, Netherlands, Sweden & France

17-11-2008 16:51

11th-16th November

ALF RAIDS BRAZIL'S BIGGEST UNIVERSITY (Brazil)
PHEASANTS & PARTRIDGES LIBERATED, HATCHING PENS DESTROYED (UK)
WALLS PAINTED AT RESEARCH FACILITY (Uruguay)
TRICK OR TREAT AT HOME OF PRIMATE VIVISECTOR (USA)
"STONES SPOKE FOR US" (Mexico)
HUNTING PLATFORMS CHOPPED DOWN (Netherlands)
FIRE DESTROYS CARS AT HOME OF NYSE DIRECTOR (Netherlands)
PHONES TORN FROM TELMEX BOOTHS (Mexico)
LOCKS GLUED, WINDOWS ETCHED AT BURGER KING (USA)
SABOTAGE IN ÖREBRO (Sweden)
ANIMAL RIGHTS MILITIA VISIT VIVISECTOR (USA)
LIVESTOCK TRUCKS PAINTED, CIRCUS ADS DESTROYED (Netherlands)
EXPLOITIVE SHOPS STAINED WITH BLACK PAINT (Mexico)
BUTCHERS WINDOWS DAMAGED (Uruguay)
ANIMAL RIGHTS GRAFFITI (France)
FUR SHOP SABOTAGED (Sweden)

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Palestine Today 111708

17-11-2008 16:29

Audio
Welcome to Palestine Today, a service of the International Middle East Media Center www.imemc.org for Monday November 17 2008

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G8 2001 Diaz school raid : Amnesty for the police!

17-11-2008 15:50

After 7 years all cops get acquitted

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USA likely to renew funding for coercive abortions in China

17-11-2008 15:38

Obama administration expected to renew funding for the United Nations Population Fund, which helps to facilitate coercive abortions in China under its 'one child' policy

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Around the Campaigns Monday 17th November 2008

17-11-2008 09:09

Alliance Ngondiop & Constant Moussavou
Alliance Ngondiop & Constant Moussavou

Still here Still Fighting / Both removals were stayed Friday afternoon

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International call for action

17-11-2008 03:47

WE CALL FOR INTERNATIONAL ACTIONS IN SOLIDARITY TO THE THOUSANDS OF PRISONERS WHO STRUGGLE INSIDE THE GREEK PRISONS

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Remembrance event follows greyhound slaughter revelations

17-11-2008 02:51

Dozens of greyhounds killed at Manchester dog track
Bodies sent for university research