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2025-04-03 15:40:13

Rebecca Shaw Reflects on Closeted Teenage Years in High School

Rebecca Shaw reflects on her teenage diary, revealing the struggle of being a closeted lesbian in a homophobic world. The mental and emotional toll of hiding her true self for years highlights the exhausting impact of marginalization. + read more

2025-03-25 21:30:44

Former One America News anchor settles harassment complaint and wrongful termination.

Former One America News anchor settles a complaint alleging discrimination, harassment, and wrongful termination. Her co-worker falsely accused her of being a Hitler supporter. Settlement terms undisclosed. Anchor declined to comment but mentioned satisfaction with resolution. read more

2025-02-24 18:10:45

"Streamer denied entry to Black women's gaming tournament sparks debate"

Becky Joo, a mixed-race Twitch streamer, was allegedly denied entry to a Call of Duty tournament for Black women, with the organizer questioning her race. Joo expressed frustration at being asked to prove her ethnicity, feeling discriminated against. read more

2025-02-21 21:50:06

Transgender police officer alleges discrimination and wrongful termination.

Transgender police officer Eli Schanley accuses Sarasota Police of forcing him out due to his gender identity, offering him a janitorial position instead. Schanley, with a decorated career, believes the decision was discriminatory. read more

2025-02-20 18:10:45

Judge Challenges Trump's Trans Military Ban, Citing Discrimination Concerns

Justice Department lawyers refuse to speculate on helping homeless transgender individuals in relation to Trump's military ban. Judge Ana Reyes criticizes the ban, questioning its discriminatory nature. Trump's administration defends the ban, claiming it doesn't speculate on Jesus's opinion. The case continues challenging the ban. read more

2025-02-19 22:10:42

Former PIX11 News Reporter Alleges Gender and Racial Discrimination

Former PIX11 News reporter, Ojinika Obiekwe, sues the station for gender and racial discrimination, alleging unfair pay disparities and likening her work conditions to a "plantation." Obiekwe was terminated in 2023, leading up to a legal battle. read more

2025-02-18 16:10:04

French lawmakers set to debate bill banning headscarves in sports

French authorities are considering a ban on headscarves in all sports competitions in France, which has sparked controversy and debate. Amnesty International has criticized this proposed legislation as discriminatory, arguing that it infringes upon religious freedom and specifically targets Muslim women and girls. read more

2024-08-05 18:20:06

Nurse with Neurofibromatosis Allegedly Kicked Off Southwest Airlines Flight

A nurse with Neurofibromatosis was reportedly asked to leave a Southwest Airlines flight due to her genetic disorder. Brianna Solari felt humiliated and is considering legal action, despite receiving a $500 voucher. She vows not to fly with the airline again. read more

2024-07-11 18:50:06

A Black man in Detroit is suing a hotel for only offering him a job interview after he changed his name on his resume. The lawsuit claims discrimination, alleging that the hotel violated civil rights laws. read more

2024-05-28 14:40:04

Arthur Grand Technologies faces penalties for discriminatory job ad seeking only white, US-born applicants. US assistant attorney general for civil rights condemns the ad. The tech firm attributes it to a rogue employee and agrees to pay fines and undergo training. read more

2024-05-27 13:10:04

A tech company in Virginia, Arthur Grand Technologies, was fined by the Justice Department for a discriminatory job posting seeking ‘whites only’ candidates. The company violated civil rights laws by discriminating based on citizenship status and national origin. read more