Bikers took to the streets to protest against a lack of government oversight on the protection of cyclists, who have been killed in the dozens in recent weeks. Demonstrators took Plaza Dignidad and other areas of the city including the Alameda but clashed in significant street battles with police and government forces.
A student strike in Greece began following the opening of schools in Greece, leading to the occupation of over 700 schools over 35 cities and towns all across the country to create a national e-learning curriculum instead of teachers and students alike needing to go in person to learn and face infection and possible death.
Thousands of protesters in Neiva marched in opposition to neoliberal policies in Colombia and the proposed Tributary Reform, which would impose new taxes on basic goods and services, such as utilities including water, electricity, and internet bills.
Hundreds of protesters gathered in Portland for a New Years’ demonstration, clashing with federal agents and police throughout the night. Much of the night was a back and forth between protesters using fireworks, and law enforcement using munitions & tear gas.
Around 200 protesters gathered at Georgiou Square in the Greek city of Patras, demanding the end of a law proposed by the ruling right-wing Nea Dimokratia (New Democracy) party, which would reintroduce police to university campuses for the first time since 1975 and set limits on the number of years a student can spend on their degree.
