Kick It Out reports a record 1,255 discrimination incidents in English football's 2025-26 season, with racism, homophobia, and antisemitism seeing significant increases, prompting calls for tougher sanctions from CEO Samuel Okafor.
Sydney’s Divine Playhouse, an LGBTQ+ inclusive arts space in a deconsecrated church, was evicted days after opening. Its operators say the move amounts to censorship and may lead to legal action.
Bali's Immigration department banned two Dutch men, JAS (35) and HQV (37), from Indonesia for organizing an "Entourage Bali" run club event accused of discrimination against local residents and violating event regulations. The ban follows viral online complaints.
Aangad Singh, a high school student from Connecticut, reached the finals of the Trump administration's Presidential 1776 Award competition but did not win. His family alleges discrimination due to his Sikh background and turban, claiming some of his correct answers were marked wrong by judges.
La Chine a averti la France de possibles mesures de rétorsion après l'adoption d'une loi ciblant l'«ultra-fast fashion» et des plateformes asiatiques comme Shein et Temu. Pékin dénonce une réglementation «discriminatoire» violant les règles de l'OMC.
The Department of Justice has accused UC San Diego School of Medicine of racial discrimination in its admissions, alleging data manipulation to favor certain minorities, violating a 2023 Supreme Court ruling. The DOJ seeks a resolution agreement. Separately, Harvard University faces a new federal probe over foreign funding and potential discrimination against US students.
The US Department of Justice launched a probe into Harvard University's financial aid programs, specifically those China-based, to determine if they discriminate against American-citizen students. Harvard denies unlawful discrimination and is reviewing the DOJ's letter.
The U.S. is imposing additional 50% tariffs on various Canadian goods, including motor vehicles, alcohol, and dairy, citing alleged trade discrimination. The tariffs, enacted under Section 338, are set to take effect in 30 days, prompting Canada's Ontario Premier to suggest retaliation.
The US Justice Department launched a probe into Harvard University's China-based financial aid programs, investigating potential discrimination against American-citizen students. Harvard denies unlawful discrimination and views Trump administration probes as retaliatory.
Charles Winters filed a $20M lawsuit against Magic Mountain and Six Flags, alleging racial discrimination, retaliation, and wrongful termination during his three-year employment, including being denied employee ID, given strenuous tasks, and excluded from a party.
Palestinian Australian academic Randa Abdel-Fattah has launched legal action against Bendigo Writers Festival organizers and La Trobe University, alleging discrimination based on political belief after a code of conduct, including a contested antisemitism definition, led to her exclusion from the 2025 event.
A US judge ruled that Meta Platforms can proceed with the layoffs of 26 employees who sued the company, alleging discriminatory AI tools were used for job cuts. The judge declined to block the layoffs, citing a lack of "irreparable harm," but indicated a potential reconsideration if more evidence on AI use is provided.
The UN emphasizes housing as a fundamental human right, encompassing security, services, and dignity, not merely an investment. Financialization, climate change, and conflict displace millions, with over 1.8 billion in inadequate housing. Legal frameworks like the UDHR and ICESCR support this right, requiring governments to implement policies for adequate, affordable, and culturally appropriate housing for all.
Australian universities must adopt legally enforceable definitions of antisemitism, Islamophobia, and racism against Indigenous people from 2027. This new standard aims to combat discrimination on campuses and follows recommendations from a Human Rights Commission report and the federal government's antisemitism plan.
Lizzo's new album "Bitch" has underperformed commercially following sexual harassment allegations from former dancers. The artist discusses the impact of fame, betrayal, and the current culture of cruelty, contrasting it with her past success and personal struggles.
Telstra CEO Vicki Brady apologized for a national outage caused by a software fault affecting trains, transactions, and emergency calls. In sports, France advanced to the World Cup semi-finals. Australian politics features a Labor mayor's push for pokies reform.
Badania socjologiczne wskazują na rosnący problem "weightismu" w Polsce, czyli dyskryminacji zawodowej ze względu na masę ciała. Atrakcyjny wygląd, zwłaszcza szczupła sylwetka, wpływa na decyzje rekrutacyjne i awanse, często przed oceną kompetencji kandydata.
Classical pianist Jayson Gillham has lost his discrimination lawsuit against the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra (MSO). Gillham alleged the MSO unlawfully discriminated against him by cancelling a concert due to his public stance on the targeting of Palestinian journalists by Israeli forces.
Players in the World Cup are experiencing a significant increase in racist abuse, linked to divisive political rhetoric and social media's lack of accountability. Organizations like Kick It Out and Fifpro report a systemic pattern of intimidation and hostility, with Fifa data showing a 13-fold rise in online abuse during the group stage.
Le baromètre de l'Institut Montaigne révèle une hausse des faits religieux en entreprise, entraînant plus de discriminations et de tensions. 81% des salariés souhaitent étendre la neutralité religieuse aux organisations privées, soulignant un besoin urgent de régulation et de formation managériale.
A Dutch swimming pool was found to have unlawfully discriminated against Black children by demanding age verification while allowing white children to enter freely. The ruling has sparked a debate about systemic racism in the Netherlands, with officials acknowledging the issue.
Aurore Bergé, ministre de l'égalité, a présenté le nouveau plan national Prado, doté de 55 mesures contre le racisme, l'antisémitisme et les discriminations liées à l'origine, qui seront déployées entre 2026 et 2029. Ce plan inclut des formations pour les éducateurs et les forces de l'ordre, des visites de lieux mémoriels pour les élèves, et des campagnes de testing à l'embauche.
A new study reveals that immigrants leave Germany due to bureaucracy, discrimination, and language barriers. Family reasons and lack of career support also contribute. Younger emigrants with less German proficiency are more likely to depart, often returning home or moving to other European nations.
A study by the Institute for Employment Research (IAB) reveals that immigrants leave Germany due to bureaucracy, discrimination, and language barriers. Family reasons and a lack of support for career development are also significant factors. Younger emigrants, less proficient in German but fluent in English, are more likely to depart.
