Palestine

From Barrister to Activist: Tim Crosland Defies Terrorism Charges in Support of Palestine Action

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London, England – Tim Crosland, previously a government lawyer, became the focus of media attention last month after his arrest under the Terrorism Act while expressing solidarity with Palestine Action. Video footage captured the 55-year-old smiling while being taken into a police van, remarking about democratic values. His arrest was part of a larger event in which 27 individuals were detained at the Gandhi statue in Parliament Square for allegedly supporting the proscribed organization. Now, just weeks later, Crosland is expected to play a pivotal role in another protest scheduled for Saturday, where hundreds are … Read more

Judge Denies Kroll’s Bid for Defense in East Palestine Derailment Compensation Controversy

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Youngstown, Ohio – A federal judge has denied a request from Kroll Settlement Administration, the firm recently dismissed from its role in managing payments to victims of the East Palestine train derailment. The company sought the opportunity to provide its perspective and requested assurances that it would have the ability to defend itself against any future claims. Kroll had been overseeing the compensation process for individuals affected by the incident but was removed amidst concerns about its effectiveness. The derailment, which released hazardous materials, has had profound consequences for the local community, prompting a need … Read more

Harvard’s Palestine Solidarity Committee Intervenes in Federal Lawsuit, Challenging Trump’s Funding Freeze on Campus Activism

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Cambridge, Massachusetts — The Harvard Undergraduate Palestine Solidarity Committee (PSC) intends to submit an amicus brief in support of the university’s ongoing legal battle against the Trump administration over federal research funding. This proposed document is aimed at backing Harvard’s push for summary judgment in its lawsuit, which seeks a court ruling without the necessity of a full trial. The PSC’s brief will assert that pro-Palestine activism, including certain anti-Israel rhetoric, does not target individuals protected under federal laws and thus should not be deemed a “hostile environment.” This stance is significant in light of … Read more

East Palestine School District Sues Norfolk Southern for $30 Million Over Train Derailment Fallout and Unmet Promises

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East Palestine, Ohio — The East Palestine City School District is set to file a lawsuit against Norfolk Southern railroad, seeking to recover costs related to the emergency response following a train derailment that occurred in February 2023. The legal action, anticipated to be filed in federal court in Youngstown, underlines the district’s concerns over the alleged failure of the company to meet its financial obligations. The impending lawsuit will outline the financial burdens incurred due to the derailment, which include expenses for housing and transportation for residents who were evacuated, as well as the … Read more