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benzinga.comsports2 days agoUpdated
Hilton Grand Vacations Fires Employee Who Sent Offensive Message to Chelsea Gray
Hilton Grand Vacations terminated the employee who sent a racist direct message to Las Vegas Aces guard Chelsea Gray after the team's July 12 loss. Gray posted a screenshot of the message on Instagram the following day.
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sbs.com.auworld6 days ago
Australian Universities Face Legally Enforceable Anti-Racism Definitions and New Governance Rules From 2027
The federal government will require universities to adopt definitions of antisemitism, Islamophobia and racism towards Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people under an enforceable standard. Details of the standard will be published Monday, with full compliance required from…
Usa Todaysports8 days ago
French player criticizes Paraguayan senator over social media remarks after World Cup match
A French player posted a response to a Paraguayan senator who made remarks about the player on social media following a round-of-16 match. The senator's comments were later condemned by Paraguay's government and senate.
claimsjournal.comsports9 days agoUpdated
FIFA Opens Probe Into Alleged Racist Abuse at World Cup Match
FIFA launched an investigation after reports of racist incidents targeting a U.S. influencer during Argentina's 3-2 win over Cape Verde. The probe focuses on behavior at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami on 3 July.
sbs.com.ausports10 days ago
Paraguayan Senator Seeks Apology from Mbappé After Deleting Racist Posts
A Paraguayan senator deleted social media posts containing racist remarks about French soccer player Kylian Mbappé and requested an apology from him. The senator also threatened legal action if Mbappé does not retract his response to her comments.
technology11 days ago
French Prosecutors Open Investigation Into Racist Posts About Mbappe
French prosecutors opened an inquiry after the French Football Federation filed a complaint over social media posts by a Paraguayan senator. The posts followed Paraguay's World Cup loss to France.
sbs.com.ausports11 days ago
French Footballer Responds to Paraguayan Senator's Remarks After World Cup Match
Kylian Mbappe posted a reply on social media after a Paraguayan senator made comments about his background following a July 4 match. The senator later issued a statement and said she had deleted her posts.
sportsnet.casports11 days ago
Mbappé Calls Paraguayan Senator Despicable; Senator Had Mocked His Background After France’s 1-0 Win
France defeated Paraguay 1-0 in the World Cup round of 16 on July 4. Mbappe responded on social media to posts by senator Celeste Amarilla that mocked his background and education.
sbs.com.ausports14 days agoUpdated
Dutch Football Association Sends Racist Messages After World Cup Penalty Loss to Prosecutors
The KNVB referred racist social media messages targeting three players to prosecutors after a penalty shootout loss to Morocco. Prime Minister Rob Jetten called the abuse unacceptable and urged legal action to set an example.
GB Newssports29 days ago
Rafael van der Vaart Apologises for Remark on Japan Players After 2-2 Draw
The former Netherlands midfielder issued an apology after saying Japan's players 'all look alike' during a 2-2 draw. Anti-discrimination groups condemned the remarks as racist slurs.
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Netanyahu Addresses Violence Against Ethiopian Jews at State Memorial Ceremony
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke at a state memorial ceremony for Ethiopian Jews who died on their journey to Israel. He condemned recent violence against Ethiopians and called for the full weight of the law against those responsible for the murder of Yemanu Zalka. The add…
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csmonitor.comworld66 days ago
Brazil Enforces Tough Anti-Racism Laws Amid Persistent Racial Inequality
Brazil's constitution treats racism as a crime without bail or statute of limitations. An Argentine tourist faces court proceedings after allegedly directing racial slurs and gestures at waiters in Rio de Janeiro. Black Brazilians remain underrepresented in positions of power and…
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Heated Rivalry Showrunner Addresses Racist Backlash Against Cast Before Season 2
Jacob Tierney, showrunner of the HBO Max series Heated Rivalry, discussed racist backlash faced by actors Hudson Williams, François Arnaud, and Ksenia Daniela Kharlamova. The series, based on Rachel Reid's novels, centers on a romance between rival hockey players. Season 2 is sch…