1.   In a less somber case, Yale students have been rallying to protest the firing of popular history professor Lee Blackwood, whose contract was not renewed.

2.   Outside the Capitol union members rallied to protest the Republican proposal.

3.   In Seoul, thousands of workers and students rallied to protest layoffs, while the government pledged stern punishment for violence.

4.   Lucknow, India -- Journalists rally to protest against alleged persecution of some anti-government newspapers.

5.   Meanwhile, supporters of PFLP leader Saadat rallied to protest his detention.

6.   Some offering to stage rallies to protest the court ruling.