Police in Sicily arrest almost 150 people in mafia crackdownItalian police arrested nearly 150 people in a massive crackdown on the Cosa Nostra, revealing the mafia's ongoing influence in Palermo.
Second woman arrested over wearing wigs to fake British citizen tests'Two women have been arrested for committing immigration fraud related to British citizenship tests, highlighting a crackdown on false representations.
China is arresting writers for posting fanfiction and gay eroticaThe crackdown in China targets erotic fiction, resulting in over 50 arrests of writers allegedly violating pornographic content laws.
Russian man allegedly linked to gay travel agency found deadAndrei Kotov's death in custody underscores the dangers faced by LGBTQ+ individuals amid Russia's aggressive crackdown on rights and activism.
U.S.-Russian Dual National Ksenia Khavana Sentenced to 12 Years in Prison on Treason ConvictionKsenia Khavana's 12-year treason sentence illustrates Russia's intensified crackdown on dissent amidst heightened tensions over the Ukraine conflict.
LGBT club owner arrested in Russia extremism DW 03/31/2024LGBT club owner arrested for extremism in Russia.Growing crackdown on LGBT rights in Russia, linked to President Putin's promotion of traditional values.
Russian man allegedly linked to gay travel agency found deadAndrei Kotov's death in custody underscores the dangers faced by LGBTQ+ individuals amid Russia's aggressive crackdown on rights and activism.
U.S.-Russian Dual National Ksenia Khavana Sentenced to 12 Years in Prison on Treason ConvictionKsenia Khavana's 12-year treason sentence illustrates Russia's intensified crackdown on dissent amidst heightened tensions over the Ukraine conflict.
LGBT club owner arrested in Russia extremism DW 03/31/2024LGBT club owner arrested for extremism in Russia.Growing crackdown on LGBT rights in Russia, linked to President Putin's promotion of traditional values.
Hong Kong police announce bounties on overseas pro-democracy activistsHong Kong authorities are intensifying their crackdown on pro-democracy activists by offering rewards for information leading to their arrests.
Venezuela Frees Over 130 People Imprisoned After Disputed ElectionSome prisoners have been released in Venezuela after a controversial crackdown, yet many families remain in despair as the vast majority are still detained.
YouTube is becoming unwatchable for ad block users - thanks to this powerful new crackdown tacticYouTube is reportedly auto-skipping videos for users with ad blockers.
Astros' Ronel Blanco ejected after foreign substance check - ESPNAstros pitcher Ronel Blanco was ejected for a foreign substance check, highlighting MLB's continued crackdown on such violations.
Teargas and stun grenades used against Georgian protesters opposing foreign agents' billGeorgian security forces used force against protesters outside parliament amid opposition to foreign agents bill.