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Model Tess Holliday expresses frustration over being denied life insurance coverage due to her weight, highlighting issues of fatphobia within the medical industry.

A vendor in Olinda accused a restaurant employee of racism after being derogatorily called a 'monkey' while trying to open her kiosk.

Arab communities in Israel accuse the government of neglect amid rising organized crime, citing over one murder per day in their cities since the start of the year.

Australia’s state and federal attorneys general are meeting to address rising antisemitism and online hate in a concerted effort to reinforce protections against discrimination and hate speech.

Concetta Tatti, an author from Olching who lives with a rare disability, shares her experiences and insights on autonomy and discrimination in her new book.

Peter MacKinnon argues that the University of Alberta deserves recognition for its opposition to affirmative action policies, claiming that such policies are discriminatory.

Coupang's interim CEO Harold Rogers recently appeared before the U.S. House Judiciary Committee amid ongoing scrutiny over alleged discrimination against American tech firms by the Korean government, following a massive data breach involving sensitive customer information.

An Indian politician from the ruling Hindu nationalist party has come under fire for depriving Muslim women of blankets he was distributing in a village in Rajasthan, claiming it was due to their perceived insult to Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

The National Coalition for the Elimination of Discrimination against Persons with Disabilities (NCEDPD) has filed a lawsuit against Seoul Transportation Corporation and subway security personnel, alleging illegal eviction and physical violence during a protest.

Brazilian politicians have been convicted in connection with the murder of a black activist and councilor, highlighting ongoing issues surrounding political violence and discrimination in the country.

A 71-year-old man was arrested in Florianópolis, Brazil, for making Nazi salutes in a gym, with his defense arguing it was a 'joke' rather than a serious act.

Rahmad Qanbari, a 46-year-old Afghan man in Germany with strong qualifications for tenancy, has faced difficulties in securing housing, which he attributes to discrimination based on his name and ethnic background.

A judge has permitted the continuation of a lawsuit against Northwestern University related to the suicide of neuroscientist Jane Wu, with allegations of discrimination and wrongful confinement.

The article discusses a Quebec tribunal's ruling against a hair salon for its binary gender options on a booking form, raising concerns about the implications for human rights.

Tourette's activist John Davidson has shared his experiences of violence and discrimination related to his condition, emphasizing the realities of living with coprolalia in the public eye.

A wheelchair user in Brazil reported discrimination from app drivers who refused to transport him during a ride request.

Renate Breit reflects on her 85 years of life, sharing her experience as a pioneering female pastor who faced discrimination and exclusion in her career.

A wheelchair user was compelled to crawl onto a bus due to a malfunctioning wheelchair lift, prompting a discrimination complaint against the public transport authority in Örebro.

The Trump administration has filed a lawsuit against UCLA, alleging discriminatory behavior against Jewish and Israeli students during pro-Palestinian protests on campus.

A Coca-Cola bottling plant in Czechia is facing a lawsuit after a man claims he was unfairly excluded from a social event called the 'Ladies' Ride.'

The Trump administration is suing the University of California, claiming that its UCLA campus has fostered an antisemitic environment for Jewish and Israeli employees.

New testimonies reveal controversial aspects of British officer Orde Wingate's actions during his time in Israel, which include allegations of indiscriminate killing and war crimes.

The Korean National Human Rights Commission has called for improvements in the calculation of jobseeker benefits for special employment types, which are significantly lower than those for regular employees, highlighting the unfair discrimination they face.

A couple has given their side of the story after a viral video alleged they misbehaved with women in Malviya Nagar, Delhi, leading to police investigation and public outcry.

The French government has banned a book aimed at young Muslim women due to concerns that it promotes discrimination and hate.

A confrontation in Malviya Nagar, Delhi, escalated when neighbors made racist comments towards three girls from Arunachal Pradesh during an air conditioner installation dispute.

Latino merchants express deep concern over a new U.S. Small Business Administration policy that restricts loans to citizens, excluding legal residents.

Carolina Schmid, a deaf executive at Manpower Argentina, advocates for a more inclusive workplace, sharing her personal experience of discrimination in hiring processes.

The article discusses recent incidents of discrimination in football involving racism and sexism, highlighting the reactions from various stakeholders.

The racial abuse incident involving Brazilian player Vinicius Junior has prompted a significant push for legal reforms against discrimination in Portugal.

Ukrainian director Anna Ahaliieva discusses her experiences of facing discrimination in Slovakia and her work on a film about Ukrainian children abducted to Russia.

The EU Agency for Fundamental Rights has reported that many Ukrainian women displaced by the war are facing violence and discrimination in EU countries, urging better protection measures.

A Brazilian slaughterhouse has been ordered to pay R$ 130,000 for discriminatory advertising after displaying a sign that said 'Petista not welcome here.'

In Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh, two daughters murdered their father after being frustrated with perceived discrimination against them.

A woman was dismissed from her job while on maternity leave, prompting legal action against her employer for unlawful termination linked to her pregnancy.

A US agency has sued a Coca-Cola bottler for discrimination due to an event held exclusively for female employees at a casino resort in Connecticut.

A lesbian group in Victoria is appealing to exclude transgender women from their events, which a Human Rights Commission argues would harm the dignity of those women.

The Federal Court is hearing a case about whether a lesbian group in Victoria can legally exclude transgender women from its events, with the Human Rights Commission arguing this could harm the dignity of transgender individuals.

The article discusses inappropriate questions that female job applicants often face during job interviews in Finland, highlighting a specific instance of a woman being asked personal and invasive health questions by a male interviewer.

The National Human Rights Commission of Korea has ruled that applying unpaid childcare leave solely to public workers, while offering paid leave to civil servants, constitutes discrimination.

CM Yogi responded to the Mahakumbh in Prayagraj, suggesting that those who accuse India of discrimination and division should experience the unity at the event.

A dispute over an air conditioner installation in Malviya Nagar, Delhi escalated to allegations of racial slurs against North-East Indian women by their neighbors.

Hytalo Santos's lawyers have petitioned for the removal of a judge who referenced Santos's race and sexual orientation in a recent sentence condemning him and his husband for producing sexual content involving minors.

A court in Belo Horizonte has ordered a mental health evaluation for a man accused of verbally assaulting a lesbian couple in a supermarket, pausing the related criminal proceedings.

UEFA has provisionally suspended Gianluca Prestianni of Benfica for one match due to discriminatory behavior towards Real Madrid's Vinicius Jr.

Natasha Silva, a trans woman, was awarded R$ 45,000 by the Labor Court after alleging discrimination in her workplace at the Rio Branco Health Department.

A substitute teacher in Trelleborg, Sweden, was subjected to harassment involving monkey sounds and repeated usage of the N-word by a colleague, resulting in the municipality being ordered to pay compensation for discrimination.

Three women from Arunachal Pradesh faced racial abuse in Malviya Nagar, Delhi, after a minor dispute regarding debris from a drilling activity.

Three women from Arunachal Pradesh faced racial abuse in Malviya Nagar, Delhi, leading to a police complaint against the accused couple.

A large segment of workers in Spain faces age discrimination, with 44% reporting experiences of ageism, particularly affecting those over 45.