Video: May Day marches in Germany explode into violence

The traditional May Day demonstration in Berlin turned violent as left wing protesters clashed with police. Arrests were made.

Around 15,000 people had set off late on Tuesday afternoon from Kreuzberg, a neighborhood of Berlin, heading for the city centre, but the demonstration was halted as left wing demonstrators clashed with the police.

Some protesters threw bottles, stones and firecrackers at the riot police. The police responded with batons and pepper spray. Arrests were made and over 100 people were detained overnight... read full article and view video.

May Day: Protests & demonstrations worldwide on Workers' Day

Worldwide demonstrations and protests see tens of thousands of people out on the streets to mark international Workers' Day.

It is a global event, as people get out in the streets in their thousands protesting against austerity cuts, living costs, government policies and low salaries. On the list too are unemployment and rising consumer prices worldwide.

In Asia, protests were organised by left-wing parties and trade unions. The demonstrations are for higher pay and better working conditions and protesting government policy, as the cost of living spikes all over the continent... read full article.