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🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

15-year-old reports aggression by school bus driver: 'he choked me'

A 15-year-old girl in Matão, Brazil, alleges she was assaulted by a school bus driver, prompting an investigation by local police and allegations of homophobia.

Mar 21 • 15:48 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

'Servant', 'C....', 'Lick...' The social shame against Diaco for saying yes to the referendum

Pierluigi Diaco faced a deluge of homophobic and aggressive insults on social media after expressing support for a referendum on justice.

Mar 19 • 20:09 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

'No to transphobia, no to the red pill movement', says Du Moscovis upon receiving Shell award for actor

Actor Eduardo Moscovis criticized misogyny, homophobia, transphobia, and the red pill movement during his acceptance speech for the Shell Theatre Award.

Mar 19 • 18:32 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Mototaxi drivers suspected of assaulting and calling revelers 'fags' are arrested in Salvador

Two mototaxi drivers in Salvador have been arrested for assaulting and using homophobic slurs against carnival revelers.

Mar 17 • 22:14 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Beaten, extorted and filmed naked: victim recounts homophobia in Nigeria

A survivor of a brutal homophobic attack in Nigeria shares the harrowing experience of extortion and violence faced by LGBTQIA+ individuals under anti-gay laws.

Mar 17 • 19:45 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Couple from DF reports having suffered homophobia from priest during wedding

A couple from the Federal District in Brazil claims they experienced homophobia during their wedding ceremony in Luziânia, Goiás, when a priest made offensive remarks.

Mar 13 • 15:22 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Women report harassment, aggression, and homophobia at a concert hall in Maricá

Two women reported being victims of harassment, aggression, and homophobia during an event at a concert hall in Maricá, Brazil, resulting in severe injuries to one of the victims.

Mar 13 • 11:15 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

The homophobic attacks on Cerno also reach Fiorello: "If you're gay, you must be left-wing"

Italy's media is discussing homophobic attacks against director Cerno, with discussions highlighting the hypocrisy of left-wing solidarity for LGBTQ+ rights when the targets are right-leaning.

Mar 12 • 19:26 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

"The fight against discrimination is not a box to check": LGBT associations dismayed after the abandonment of the rainbow jersey

LGBT associations express strong discontent after the Ligue de football professionnelle (LFP) decided to abandon the "Rainbow Jerseys" initiative for International Day Against Homophobia.

Mar 12 • 18:05 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Augsburg: Prison sentences for four men after homophobic attack

Four men have been sentenced to prison terms between three years and three and a half years for a homophobic attack on a gay couple in Augsburg.

Mar 12 • 15:17 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Civil Police investigates suspected homophobic attacks against a CTG cowboy on social media in RS

The Civil Police of Porto Alegre is investigating alleged homophobic attacks on social media directed at Aquiles Barboza, a cultural producer and cowboy from a Centro de Tradições Gaúchas, after he announced his participation in a folklore congress.

Mar 12 • 13:45 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Three arrested for a homophobic assault in Pontevedra

Three individuals have been arrested for participating in a homophobic attack in Pontevedra, where the victim was insulted and assaulted outside a bar.

Mar 12 • 13:01 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Senegal toughens the law against homosexuality: “We are in panic, with the slightest complaint that can point you out and come for you”

Senegal has strengthened its laws against homosexuality, imposing harsher penalties and increasing repression against the LGBTQ+ community amid rising homophobia.

Mar 12 • 06:15 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Senegal approves a law that doubles prison sentences punishing homosexuality

The Senegalese National Assembly has passed legislation that doubles prison sentences for homosexual acts amid rising homophobia in the country.

Mar 11 • 22:48 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

In marriage and the productive age - this is the ideal of a Pole for the PiS state. And what about the rest?

A new parliamentary committee in Poland is set to discuss a proposed law regarding the status of close persons, amidst controversy and accusations of homophobia.

Mar 11 • 19:25 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

"What a disgrace the right-wing... who sing". The left remains silent on homophobia towards Cerno and Diaco

The article discusses an incident where Tommaso Cerno and Pierluigi Diaco sang together at an event, leading to backlash from the left for alleged homophobic remarks and a misunderstanding surrounding the political implications of their performance.

Mar 11 • 15:46 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Sports

Borja Iglesias, protagonist of 'L'Équipe', who describes him as 'a UFO of football with painted nails'

Borja Iglesias, a player for Celta de Vigo, discusses homophobia in football in an interview with L'Équipe, highlighting the support he received from fans following homophobic insults.

Mar 11 • 14:49 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Prison sentences for pair who attacked gay men hailed as sign of hope for Kenya’s LGBTQ+ community

A Kenyan court sentenced two individuals to 15 years in prison for violently robbing two gay men, a ruling celebrated by LGBTQ+ advocates as a hopeful sign for the community.

Mar 11 • 06:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Cast of 'Heated Rivalry' Responds to Homophobic Attacks After Series Becomes a Streaming Phenomenon

The cast of the hit Canadian series 'Heated Rivalry' has spoken out against online homophobic comments following the show's success.

Mar 10 • 19:22 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Right-wing extremism in schools: 'No uproar is needed, but a first sentence is'

Teachers Laura Nickel and Max Teske reveal right-wing extremism, sexism, and homophobia at their Spreewald school and discuss the lack of support they received after their anonymous letter went public.

Mar 10 • 12:47 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

AUDIO: public servant is dismissed from city hall in MT after homophobic remarks leaked

A public servant in Brazil was dismissed after a recording of her making homophobic comments about a local politician was leaked online.

Mar 9 • 15:25 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Student warned for wearing inappropriate shorts says judicial decision has an educational character

A student penalized for wearing shorts deemed inappropriate in a gym in Anápolis believes that a judicial decision mandating compensation has an educational purpose.

Mar 9 • 10:34 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

America's Most Hated Family Now - Homophobic 'Cult' and Woman Who Escaped

The article discusses the Westboro Baptist Church and the transformation of some of its former members who were featured in Louis Theroux's documentaries.

Mar 8 • 07:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Two young men injured after assault in West Zone of SP; father says attack was motivated by homophobia

Two young men were injured in a homophobic attack in the West Zone of São Paulo, Brazil.

Mar 8 • 00:37 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Sponsor of BBB 26 Accused of Homophobia for Suggesting Relationship Between Alberto and Jonas

A sponsor of BBB 26, Mercado Pago, faced backlash for posting an image suggesting a romantic relationship between contestants Alberto and Jonas, leading to accusations of homophobia.

Mar 7 • 13:35 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Court maintains conviction for homophobia by supermarket that wrote 'gay' in employee file in MG

A Brazilian supermarket is upheld in a court ruling for homophobia after a former employee's file was marked with 'gay,' along with allegations of wage discounts and workplace humiliation.

Mar 6 • 15:50 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Student warned for wearing inappropriate shorts says situation was homophobia

Marcus Andrade, a 42-year-old student, claims he faced homophobia after being warned at a gym for wearing what was deemed inappropriate shorts, resulting in a court ruling for damages.

Mar 6 • 13:43 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

A journalist from Futurock reported being attacked at the radio station's door and blamed Milei

Journalist Lucas Román reported being assaulted outside the Futurock radio station, alleging the attack was motivated by homophobia and pointing to President Javier Milei's rhetoric as a catalyst.

Mar 5 • 20:45 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Municipal guard killed on highway was previously accused of homophobia on the coast of SP; understand

Flávio Roberto Soares Carvalho, a municipal guard who was recently found dead, had faced accusations of homophobia related to an incident in São Vicente, Brazil.

Mar 5 • 19:53 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Crime & Justice

Journalist from Futurock assaulted outside of the radio: "I asked myself if I was attacked for wearing a pink shirt"

Lucas Román, a journalist from the program Furia Bebe, reported being assaulted in a homophobic attack after leaving the Futurock radio station in Buenos Aires.

Mar 5 • 15:29 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
Sports

Fletcher's son banned after homophobic remarks

Jack Fletcher, an 18-year-old Manchester United player, has been banned for six matches and fined for using homophobic language during a U21 match.

Mar 4 • 12:38 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

United player Jack Fletcher banned after homophobic slur

Jack Fletcher, an 18-year-old player for Manchester United, has been banned for six matches and fined for using a homophobic slur during a U21 match against Barnsley.

Mar 4 • 12:38 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

PF Agent Charged with Homophobia After Using Gun to Intimidate Customers in a Bar in DF; Watch VIDEO

A Federal Police administrative agent in Brazil has been charged with homophobia after brandishing a gun to intimidate two customers in a bar.

Mar 3 • 15:27 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Federal Police Administrative Agent Denounced for Homophobia After Pointing Gun at Men in DF

A Federal Police administrative agent in Brazil has been accused of homophobia for threatening two men with a firearm in the Federal District.

Mar 2 • 23:16 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Gay couple assaulted by group of six in Sorocaba; police suspect homophobia

A gay couple was assaulted by a group of six men in Sorocaba, Brazil, with the police investigating the case for potential homophobia.

Mar 2 • 20:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

What is Growing Up in a Rainbow Family in Russia Like? Non-binary Literary Star Doesn’t Sugarcoat It

A new novel discusses the challenges faced by a boy growing up in a rainbow family in Russia amid a homophobic environment.

Mar 1 • 05:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Aitor Ruibal: "It's a shame that a teammate cannot freely say he is homosexual"

Aitor Ruibal, captain of Real Betis, expresses his disappointment over the inability of players to openly discuss their sexual orientation amidst growing homophobia and racism in football.

Mar 1 • 04:30 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Trump and the Olympic Champions: The Brotherhood of Masculinity

The article critiques the association of U.S. ice hockey players with Donald Trump, linking the sport's culture to homophobia and misogyny.

Feb 26 • 11:44 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Court rejects criminal complaint by psychologist who reported homophobia after assault in nightclub in Cuiabá

A court in Cuiabá has dismissed a criminal complaint from a psychologist who alleged homophobic assault, citing a missed legal deadline for the case to proceed.

Feb 25 • 14:13 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Sports

Prestianni and Vinicius: a shirt for each insult

The article discusses the aftermath of a racially charged incident between footballers Gianluca Prestianni and Vinicius, focusing on UEFA's decision to impose a preventive sanction against Prestianni.

Feb 25 • 12:38 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
Sports

Real and Benfica's rematch is overshadowed by racism issues

The upcoming Champions League match between Real Madrid and Benfica is of concern due to rising issues of racism and homophobia linked to the previous game.

Feb 24 • 17:25 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Senegal PM pledges to increase penalty for same-sex relations

Senegal's Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has proposed a new law that would increase prison sentences for same-sex relations to up to ten years and impose additional penalties for advocacy of such relations.

Feb 24 • 17:10 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

Senegal's PM introduces bill doubling prison sentences for same-sex relations

Senegal's Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has proposed a bill that increases prison sentences for same-sex relations to five to 10 years amid rising homophobia in the country.

Feb 24 • 14:39 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Young man killed with a stab to the neck was a victim of homophobia, says delegate

A 26-year-old man, Kennedy Rodrigues Campos, was murdered out of homophobia, and two suspects have been arrested in connection to the crime as authorities continue their investigation.

Feb 23 • 22:45 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

March for Quentin in Lyon: two investigations opened for Nazi salutes and racist insults

Authorities in Lyon have opened two investigations into Nazi salutes and racist insults that occurred during a march held in memory of Quentin Deranque.

Feb 23 • 19:16 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
Sports

Johanna Frändén: 'Faggot' or 'Monkey'? Football Must Clean Up the Sewers

A football player attempts to deflect accusations of racism by revealing a homophobic slur instead.

Feb 23 • 15:37 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Crime & Justice

Augsburg: Trial following allegedly homophobic attack

Five defendants are being tried at the Augsburg District Court for an allegedly homophobic attack on two men in March.

Feb 23 • 09:28 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Architect reports attack for homophobia during Olinda Carnival

An architect in Brazil reported being attacked during the Olinda Carnival, allegedly due to homophobic remarks.

Feb 21 • 01:20 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
Crime & Justice

Shocking allegations against detained Hollywood star

Actor Shia LaBeouf has been arrested in New Orleans on charges of assaulting two men, reportedly using homophobic slurs while attacking them.

Feb 20 • 20:57 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Rights groups urge Senegal authorities to protect LGBT community amid wave of homophobia

International rights groups are urging Senegal to enhance protections for the LGBT community amid rising homophobia, marked by notable arrests of several men under anti-gay laws.

Feb 20 • 13:06 UTC

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