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Marc-Antoine Muret: A Scandalous Scholarship - San Francisco Bay Times

Muret's downfall illustrates the risks of personal connections in academia amid competitive rivalries.
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We're leading a horrible life': the reality of living in UK asylum limbo

The UK government aims to address a significant backlog in asylum claims, impacting lives for years.
Individuals wait for years in precarious situations, exemplifying systemic issues in the immigration process.

He fled Cameroon after a mob attacked his boyfriend. A U.S. program has given him a new life & hope - LGBTQ Nation

LGBTQ refugees endure severe persecution forcing them to flee, often facing significant risks and trauma throughout their journey to safety.

This gay man had to flee Ghana after a violent attack. He's finally been granted asylum

Seeking asylum is a treacherous journey for LGBTQ+ individuals fleeing persecution.

We're leading a horrible life': the reality of living in UK asylum limbo

The UK government aims to address a significant backlog in asylum claims, impacting lives for years.
Individuals wait for years in precarious situations, exemplifying systemic issues in the immigration process.

He fled Cameroon after a mob attacked his boyfriend. A U.S. program has given him a new life & hope - LGBTQ Nation

LGBTQ refugees endure severe persecution forcing them to flee, often facing significant risks and trauma throughout their journey to safety.

This gay man had to flee Ghana after a violent attack. He's finally been granted asylum

Seeking asylum is a treacherous journey for LGBTQ+ individuals fleeing persecution.
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Six dead as boat carrying Rohingya fleeing Myanmar arrives in Indonesia

Ninety-six Rohingya refugees are stranded in Indonesia, amplifying the ongoing humanitarian crisis faced by this persecuted ethnic group.
The recent arrival of 2,500 Rohingya refugees in Aceh from January to March represents a significant increase in migration patterns.

Son of Singapore's First Prime Minister Says He Is Granted Asylum in Britain

Lee Hsien Yang has been granted political asylum in Britain, citing persecution in Singapore under his brother's administration.
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Gay man refused asylum by Home Office and told he is 'not truly gay'

A gay Bangladeshi man, Monsur Ahmed Chowdhury, faces rejection of asylum in the UK due to claims of insincerity regarding his sexuality.

Paul Polman: It's time to stand with Bangladesh-and my friend Muhammad Yunus

Professor Muhammad Yunus leads Bangladesh's interim government towards a democratic future after decades of autocratic rule.

Gay man refused asylum by Home Office and told he is 'not truly gay'

A gay Bangladeshi man, Monsur Ahmed Chowdhury, faces rejection of asylum in the UK due to claims of insincerity regarding his sexuality.

Paul Polman: It's time to stand with Bangladesh-and my friend Muhammad Yunus

Professor Muhammad Yunus leads Bangladesh's interim government towards a democratic future after decades of autocratic rule.
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Jean-Michel Frank: Modernism, Minimalism, and Luxury

Jean-Michel Frank and his partner fled Paris in 1940 to escape persecution from the Nazi regime, reflective of broader themes of escape and survival.

How a Persecuted Religious Group Grew into a Global Movement

Shen Yun is a prominent representation of the Falun Gong movement, highlighting its persecution and global reach since its inception in China.

Russian priest who led Navalny memorial services is demoted

Russian priest suspended from services and ordered to serve penance after leading memorials for Navalny.
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At Rally in Michigan, Trump Lashes Out at Judge Who Fined Him $355 Million

Former President Trump vents at rally about legal defeat and denies manipulation of net worth.
Trump attacks judge and attorney general, claims persecution and cast aspersions on justice system.

Trump Spox Rages: Trump Being Treated Like Criminal In Dirty Disgusting' Court Makes Her Not Proud To Be An American Anymore'

Former President Donald Trump being persecuted like a criminal has led some to question their pride in being American.

At Rally in Michigan, Trump Lashes Out at Judge Who Fined Him $355 Million

Former President Trump vents at rally about legal defeat and denies manipulation of net worth.
Trump attacks judge and attorney general, claims persecution and cast aspersions on justice system.

Trump Spox Rages: Trump Being Treated Like Criminal In Dirty Disgusting' Court Makes Her Not Proud To Be An American Anymore'

Former President Donald Trump being persecuted like a criminal has led some to question their pride in being American.
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The Supreme Court Has Ruled to Let Louisiana Keep Hunting DeRay McKesson

The difference between being persecuted and prosecuted is highlighted through the examples of Donald Trump and DeRay McKesson.

Iran's persecution of Baha'is branded crime against humanity'

Iran's Baha'i minority faces persecution since 1979 Islamic revolution
HRW suggests Iran's actions against Baha'is qualify as crimes against humanity

Opinion: Russian Jehovah's Witnesses remain devout despite facing bans

Vladimir Putin secures 87% of the vote in Russia to extend his power.
Russian Jehovah's Witnesses facing increased persecution and imprisonment.

Kremlin critics: What happens to Putin's most vocal opponents?

Russian opposition figure Alexey Navalny is just one of many Kremlin critics to have fallen foul of the government under President Vladimir Putin's rule.
Navalny, 47, who Russian prison authorities said had died on Friday, was jailed in early 2021 after returning from Germany, where he was recovering from a near-fatal poisoning attack.
Some of Putin's high-profile critics have been in exile for years.

Baruch Spinoza and the Art of Thinking in Dangerous Times

Adriaan Koerbagh was a philosopher who championed political and intellectual freedom.
Koerbagh shows us the importance of prudence and boldness in standing up for our beliefs.

Lit Snax 1.26.24 - San Francisco Bay Times

Camp! offers an historical survey of the camp sensibility and its cultural significance.
By Any Other Name is a historical novel that combines elements of murder mystery and queer romance.
Witchcraft examines the history of witchcraft trials and the persecution of marginalized individuals.

You Can't Bomb a Rainbow - San Francisco Bay Times

The Russian Supreme Court has allowed the government to prosecute and sentence anyone involved in LGBTIQ support or activism.
The court declared that the 'international LGBT public movement' is an extremist organization, despite the fact that no such organization exists.

Russia outlaws all LGBTQ+ groups & people as "extremist" threats

Russia's Supreme Court declared the international gay rights movement as an 'extremist organization', paving the way for increased persecution of LGBTQ+ activists.
The ruling threatens to quash any public support for LGBTQ+ identities, including the display of rainbow flags or the promotion of slogans like 'Gay rights are human rights'.

How Nazi Germany Persecuted Transgender People

A German court acknowledged that trans people were victimized by the Nazi regime, marking a significant milestone in recognizing their persecution during that time.
The acknowledgement by the court was followed by the Bundestag formally recognizing trans and cisgender queer people as victims of fascism.
Historians are now uncovering more cases of trans people under the Nazi regime, shedding light on their experiences during that period.
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