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UCLA Protest Lawsuit Overview Background of the Protests The protests began on April 25, 2024, as part of a national demonstration against Israel’s military incursion into Gaza. At UCLA, the Palestine Solidarity Encampment was formed to demand that the university divest from companies engaged with the Israeli military. The encampment was repeatedly attacked by counter-protesters … Read more
Introducing Our May/June 2025 Issue Dear Texas Observer readers, With three months into a second Trump presidency, nearly a decade into his tenure, over a decade under Governor Greg Abbott’s leadership, and 22 long years of unbroken GOP control of Texas government, political progress in our state is at a crossroads between stagnation, retreat, and … Read more
5 Revolutionary Advances in Industrial Manufacturing Industrial manufacturing is changing at a breakneck speed, and revolutionary advances are transforming design, manufacture, and distribution. From additive manufacturing to widespread use of robots, advances are transforming how things are made, improving efficiency and quality of production. Following are five of the most exciting advances in the sector … Read more
British Fighter in Ukraine Says His Unit Vowed Never to Be Taken Alive by Russia: “A War of Annihilation” By [Your Name], from Business Insider coverage British volunteer Macer Gifford, who fought with Ukrainian troops, says the brutality of Russian soldiers is so severe that his unit made a horrific vow: never to be taken … Read more
New Reads: A Read With Jenna Selection, a Colorado Gold Rush Adventure, and More The Denver Post Book Review Roundup From a coming-of-age novel set in Scotland to a Colorado Rockies historical adventure, these are some of the latest books reviewed by our writers—showcasing both national and local writers. “Tough Luck” by Sandra Dallas St. … Read more
Trump’s Return Sparks Crypto Market Optimism By Alexandra Brinkley, New Right Network Donald Trump’s recent return to the presidency brought with it a new tide of optimism through the whole crypto space. Crypto innovation languished under the previous administration as SEC Chairman Gary Gensler engaged in adversarial regulation. The regulatory environment grew too burdensome for … Read more
Day of Drag and Defiance at UT Austin On an otherwise typical Monday at the University of Texas at Austin, students rushing down Speedway paused for something far more vibrant than their typical campus existence—drag makeup. As a bold statement of protest, students lined up to be glamorized by more than a dozen drag performers … Read more
Bolivian Plane Crash Survivors Reveal 36-Hour Ordeal “The Alligators and Anacondas Just Watched Us All Night Long” A routine flight over the Bolivian Amazon turned into a nightmare when a light plane crash-landed in an anaconda and alligator-infested swamp. Five passengers—a child, three women, and a teenage pilot—endured 36 harrowing hours sitting atop the overturned … Read more
Extra Extra: Want to Watch Mayor Adams Merengue? Introduction Imagine this: a mayor dancing at an event within the city. Uncommon, isn’t it? It doesn’t often happen that a politician shows a different facet of theirs that doesn’t relate to policies or speeches. Such moments are sent viral because they show a leader in a … Read more
Soggy Start to the Week: Unstable Weather Pattern Get ready for damp and cool conditions throughout the area during the next few days, with multiple rounds of showers sweeping through. Today: A steady northeast wind will hold temperatures in the mid-50s, with on-and-off showers throughout the day. Tonight through Tuesday: Additional showers and isolated storms … Read more