Eight Killed as Tensions Around India’s Farm Protests Worsen

The police are investigating whether the son of one of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s ministers was in a vehicle that slammed into protesters.

Opinion | Protests Are Taking Over the World. What’s Driving Them?

Growing economic inequality, climate change and Covid-19. People are demanding a fundamental rethinking of the social contract.

How Students Fought a Book Ban and Won, for Now

Hundreds of students, parents and residents in York County, Pa., protested limits on books told from the perspective of gay, Black and Latino children.

How a Racist Scandal at the F.D.N.Y. Led to Its Biggest Suspensions Ever

The Fire Department has long faced allegations of discrimination. But after George Floyd’s murder, a thread of racist messages renewed concerns about the department’s racial climate.

Opinion | If You’re Feeling ‘Fatalistic’ About Our Dystopia, You’re Not Alone

It’s hard to stay mobilized after five years of unceasing crises.

After Rape Accusations, Fraternities Face Protests and Growing Anger

At big universities with powerful fraternity cultures — like UMass, Northwestern, Nebraska and Iowa — many students are demanding an end to Greek life.

Panel Subpoenas 11 in Capitol Riot Inquiry, Eyeing Jan. 6 Rally Planners

The second round of subpoenas issued by the House select committee investigating the attack signaled that it was moving aggressively to go after crucial witnesses.

14 Cuts in 25 Minutes: How Hong Kong Censors Movies

The Asian film capital has cracked down on documentaries and independent productions that it fears could glamorize the pro-democracy movement.

Navalny to the Russian Opposition: ‘Be Discouraged, a Little Bit’

Emblematic of the beleaguered state of the opposition, a forlorn group of volunteers maintains a 24-hour vigil at the spot where a prominent democracy advocate was killed in 2015.

Ahead of German Election, Hundreds of Thousands Demand Climate Action

Protests took place worldwide, but those in Germany had heightened urgency amid calls for the next government to do something about climate change.

Was Occupy Wall Street the ‘Beginning of the Beginning’?

In “Generation Occupy,” Michael Levitin argues that the 2011 protest against income inequality shaped both the substance and style of American politics.

Evergrande Gave Workers a Choice: Lend Us Cash or Lose Your Bonus

The Chinese property giant owes $300 billion and is on the hook for as many as 1.6 million apartments. It may owe tens of thousands of its employees money, too.

‘There Is Chaos’: Iran-Backed Militias Battle Activists in a Holy Iraqi City

Militia violence has driven antigovernment protesters underground and shaken Karbala, a city of gold-domed Shiite shrines.

Sparse Right-Wing Protest of Jan. 6 Arrests Draws Huge Police Response

Organizers said the police response had dampened turnout for the “Justice for J6” rally, which served as a platform for pro-Trump politicians seeking House seats next year.

Sidelined on Jan. 6, Walker Has Top Job Securing Capitol Against a Repeat

William J. Walker has testified about how his requests for approval to deploy the National Guard on Jan. 6 went unanswered. Now it falls to him to prevent another rampage.

U.S. officials warn of potential violence at the Sept. 18 rally, but see no ‘specific or credible plot.’

An internal report by the Department of Homeland Security’s intelligence office cited concerning internet chatter ahead of the rally supporting the suspects in the Jan. 6 riot.

Latest Threat to Hong Kong’s National Security: Chocolates in Prison

Officials have suggested that imprisoned pro-democracy activists are using sweets and other items to “solicit followers” behind bars.

Republicans, Wary of Political Fallout, Steer Clear of Rally for Riot Suspects

The “Justice for J6” rally planned for Saturday on Capitol Hill has presented a dilemma for Republicans, who are toiling to avoid dredging up memories of the Jan. 6 riot.

Philadelphia to Pay $2 Million to Woman Pulled From S.U.V. During Protest

“It’s life-changing money for Rickia and her family,” a lawyer for Rickia Young said. “But what she went through was equally life-changing.”

Opinion | Bolsonaro Is Getting Desperate, and It’s Clear What He Wants

His totalitarian aims are now unmistakable.