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Mandatory minimum sentencing is proven to be bad policy. It won’t stop hate crimes

Weeks after Opposition Leader Peter Dutton announced his support for mandatory minimum jail terms for antisemitic offences, the government has legislated such laws. Minister for Home Affairs Tony Burke stated the federal parliament would now be “putting in place the toughest laws against hate speech that Australia has ever had”.

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United Nations Takes Action Against Rising Antisemitism

The United Nations launches an Action Plan to combat rising antisemitism globally, urging governments to enforce laws against hate crimes and discrimination.

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UN announces new plan to counter the surge in antisemitism

The United Nations has announced new actions to counter the surge in antisemitism, including encouraging governments to enforce laws against hate crimes and discrimination

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Antisemitic Attacks In Sydney Prompt Government Crackdown On Hate Crimes

Government condemns antisemitic attack in Sydney, vows action against rising hate crimes and promotes peace and unity amidst tensions.

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Police forces see sharp spike in Islamophobic and antisemitic hate crimes in past 18 months

Numbers jumped after start of Israeli war on Gaza last year and following Southport attacks this summer

The Independent UK

Police forces report sharp rise in religious hate crimes across UK

Data shows spike in antisemitic and Islamophobic offences after outbreak of Middle East conflict and Southport attack

The Guardian - UK

Police forces see double spike in religious hate crimes in past 18 months

A Jewish charity called the findings ‘unacceptable’ while campaigners against anti-Muslim abuse said more action is needed.

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Fears for civil rights as Trump taps Maga darling for key justice department role

Rights leaders worry that Harmeet Dhillon could harm work into police misconduct, discrimination and hate crimes

The Guardian - US

Labour MP’s bid to end ‘alienating’ discrimination against Jews and Sikhs

Britain’s first female Sikh MP has brought forward a bill to end a discriminatory practice by public bodies which leaves Sikhs and Jews further exposed to hate crimes and poor health treatment

The Independent UK

No overhaul of hate crime laws after nine-month review

Expanding the definition of hate crimes in NSW alone could have unintended impacts on Indigenous people and people with disabilities, a review has found.

AAP

‘We’re Indians or not?’: Pune Muslim voters on hate speech, targeted crime, political representation

Maharashtra, known for its cultural diversity, has seen a troubling rise in hate speeches and targeted hate crimes in recent years. Last year, the state recorded the highest number of such incidents in the country – 118 hate speeches, mostly aimed at Muslims.

Newslaundry

Muslims face ‘bleak and dystopian’ climate in UK, says head of thinktank

Shabna Begum says racist riots will return if Islamophobia continues being ‘an acceptable currency’ in politics

The Guardian - UK

Global Rise In Attacks Against Priests And Religious Figures

Recent attacks against priests globally highlight a concerning surge in religious hate crimes, emphasizing the urgent need to address religious intolerance...

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Maryland students charged with hate crimes over alleged beating of gay man

Police say Salisbury University students set up fake profile to lure man to apartment, beat him and hold him prisoner

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Australia Rejects China's Accusations Of Systemic Racism

Australia's Prime Minister denies China's accusations of racism and hate crimes, highlighting human rights concerns and facing criticism over human rights ...

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Historic Philadelphia Synagogue Targeted In Series Of Hate Crimes

Investigation into disturbing incidents at Congregation Mikveh Israel, the oldest synagogue in the US, raises concerns of antisemitism in Philadelphia.

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Religious hate crimes in England and Wales are at a record high – but many still go unreported

Religious hate crimes in England and Wales are at record levels. New Home Office statistics reveal that although hate crime overall saw an annual decrease of 5% in the year to March 2024, there was a 25% increase in religious hate crimes.

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Religious hate crimes at record levels in England and Wales, official figures show

Hate crimes against Jewish people more than doubled while there was a 13% rise in hate crimes against Muslims

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The Guardian - UK

Recorded hate crimes in Scotland up 63% since law introduced in April

Crimes against disabled people rise substantially, while elderly people are protected by new law for first time

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California Man Sentenced To 35 Years For Hate Crimes

California man sentenced to 35 years for hate crime shooting of Jewish men in Los Angeles. Justice Department reaffirms commitment to combating hate crimes.

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Man Sentenced To 35 Years For Hate Crimes At Synagogues

Jaime Tran sentenced to 35 years for hate crimes targeting Jewish men in Los Angeles synagogues.

Latin Times

FBI Reports Rise in LGBTQ Hate Crimes, Experts Say Latinos Especially Vulnerable

Advocates warn of increased risks for Latinx community amid rising anti-LGBTQ and anti-immigrant rhetoric.

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Neighbor Goes Above And Beyond To Break A Same-Sex Couple Up, Starts A War He Can’t Win

An epic street battle broke out between two women in love and one very entitled man. Paint, police, and pride flags became the order of the day, in what could be described as an extreme fight for equality. The post Neighbor Goes Above And Beyond To Break A Same-Sex Couple…

Salon

Kennedy's "vitriolic attack” exposes GOP

At a hearing to combat hate, a GOP senator peddled hate against Muslims and Arab Americans

The Guardian - AU

NSW government announces free weekend train travel in bid to avoid industrial action – as it happened

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