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TikTok Admits to Restricting LGBTQ Hashtags in Some Countries
TikTok is admitting to restricting some LGBTQ-related hashtags in countries where the video app is available as part of its "localized" approach to moderation.
As Indonesia Cases Soar, Medical Workers Bear the Burden
The tribulations endured by Indonesian healthcare workers are similar to others globally: long working hours, hospitals filled to capacity and a lack of resources like personal protective equipment.
Norwegian Lawmaker Nominates Trump for Nobel Peace Prize
An anti-immigrant Norwegian lawmaker said Wednesday that he has nominated U.S. President Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize for his efforts in the Middle East.
Disney Criticized for Filming 'Mulan' in China's Xinjiang
Disney is under fire for filming part of its live-action reboot "Mulan" in Xinjiang, the region in China where the government has been accused of human rights abuses against Uighurs and other predominantly Muslim minorities.
India's Openly Gay Prince Speaks Out on LGTBQ Rights in the Age of COVID
When the Royal Prince Manvendra Singh Gohil came out in 2007, he faced political and familial backlash - but he didn't back down. In the face of COVID-19, he's just as committed as ever to LGBTQ equality.
Philippine Leader Pardons US Marine in Transgender Killing
The Philippine president pardoned a U.S. Marine on Monday in a surprise move that will free him from imprisonment in the 2014 killing of a transgender Filipino woman that sparked anger in the former American colony.
Prince Harry Repays Taxpayer Money for UK Home Renovation
Prince Harry has repaid 2.4 million pounds ($3.2 million) in British taxpayers' money that was used to renovate the home in Windsor intended for him and his wife Meghan before they gave up royal duties and moved to California.
A 'Good Few Inches of Rain' Cause Havoc for the BBC
There was something wet coming the way of the population of the British county of Essex last Saturday, which the BBC forecasted with a surprising graphic.
Belarus Activist Goes Missing, Colleagues Fear Detention
A leading opposition activist and several other members of an opposition council in Belarus went missing Monday.
India Now 2nd Behind US in Virus Cases Amid Economic Pain
India's increasing coronavirus caseload made the Asian giant the world's second-worst-hit country behind the United States on Monday, as its efforts to head off economic disaster from the pandemic gain urgency.
WikiLeaks' Assange in UK Court to Fight US Extradition Bid
WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange appeared in a London court on Monday to fight a U.S. extradition request, at a high-stakes hearing that was delayed by the coronavirus pandemic.
UK's Birmingham Hit With Violent Attacks — 1 in City's 'Gay Village'
A man was killed and seven people injured in late-night stabbings in a busy nightlife area of the central England city of Birmingham, police said Sunday.
For Lebanese, Recovery Too Heavy to Bear a Month After Blast
Lebanese families are still struggling with rebuilding in the wake of the massive explosion centered at Beirut's port.
Germany Ups Pressure on Russia in Navalny Poisoning Probe
Germany on Sunday increased pressure on Russia over the poisoning of Russian opposition politician Alexei Navalny.
Pandemic Turns Summer into European Tourism's Leanest Season
Six months later, as Europe's meanest tourist summer season in history is starting to draw to a close, COVID-19 is yet to loosen its suffocating grip on the continent.
UK Ignores Critics, Makes Ex-Australia PM Abbott Trade Envoy
The British government appointed former Australian Prime Minister Tony Abbott to a post as unpaid trade advisor on Friday, ignoring criticism of the politician's views on women, gay rights and the environment.
Facebook Blocks Ailing Man's Planned End-of-Life Broadcasts
Facebook on Saturday blocked live broadcasts from a chronically ill bed-ridden man who appealed to French President Emmanuel Macron for a medically-assisted death.
Colors of the Rainbow: Tasmania's New Gender Identity Law
Earlier this year, Tasmania became the first Australian state to allow its citizens to obtain a birth certificate that accurately reflects their gender identity.
'World's Loneliest Elephant' Okayed to Quit Zoo for New Life
An elephant who has become a cause celebre for animal rights activists around the world will be allowed to leave his Pakistani zoo and transferred to better conditions, the animal welfare group helping with the case said Saturday.
LGBTQ Activists in Mexico Decry Trans Activist's Murder with Theater, Demonstration
A transgender activist was murdered in her home in Juarez, Mexico; protestors responded by accusing the police of ignoring death threats she received, and putting on a play in the street about anti-trans violence.