Tens of thousands march in Indonesia against city governor

Tens of thousands march in Indonesia against city governor

Tens of thousands of Muslim protesters in Indonesia marched to demand the resignation of the governor of Jakarta. They claim Basuki Tjahja Purnama insulted the Quran and want him jailed for blasphemy. Police are investigating the case against Purnama who has apologised for the remarks. Nov 4, 2016
Alabama pipeline explosion injures 7 and sends US gas prices soaring

Alabama pipeline explosion injures 7 and sends US gas prices soaring

A pipeline explosion and fire on the Colonial pipeline in Shelby, Alabama injured seven workers on 31 October. Colonial Pipeline Co opted to shut down its main gasoline and distillates pipelines following the incident, which caused pipeline led gasoline prices in New York to jump the most in nearly eight years. Nov 1, 2016
Morocco: Protests erupt after fishmonger is crushed in garbage truck

Morocco: Protests erupt after fishmonger is crushed in garbage truck

Protest have erupted after 31-year-old fishmonger Mouhcine Fikri was crushed by a garbage truck while trying to retrieve produce that the police seized from him. Fikri was in possession on 500kg of swordfish which is protected at this time of year. Protesters joined his funeral march to show solidarity against police brutality. Oct 31, 2016