All articles tagged with #hate crimes
Muslim communities across the UK report a surge in racist incidents—from mosque vandalism and harassment to prejudice in schools—linked to growing far-right rhetoric. Police-recorded religiously motivated hate crimes have risen, and families in places like Basildon and Glasgow describe daily vigilance and disruption to their lives, underscoring the broader social toll of a climate of fear and discrimination.
Australia's lower house passed two bills—one to enable a large national gun buyback and stricter background checks, and another to stiffen hate-crime penalties and allow visa actions for hate speech—in response to the Bondi Beach massacre that killed 15; the measures advance to the Senate, with Greens backing the gun package and Liberal support for the hate-crime bill, while the coalition opposed the gun bill and abstained on the hate bill.
Eric Lichtblau's 'American Reich' explores the culture of hate and the neo-Nazi movement behind a 2018 murder of a gay Jewish teenager in Orange County, highlighting the ongoing rise of hate crimes and extremist ideologies.
Following the Bondi Beach terror attack in Sydney, antisemitic incidents in Australia surged by 600%, with a significant increase in online hate posts, verbal attacks, and property damage against Jewish communities, prompting calls for stronger action by authorities.
A California woman, Dallas Humber, was sentenced to 30 years for leading a transnational terrorist group from her home, which promoted violence and hate crimes online, inspiring attacks worldwide. She was convicted of soliciting hate crimes, planning murders, and supporting terrorists, with links to several terror plots and acts of violence. The group was designated as a terrorist organization by the U.S. State Department.
A Toronto man, Waleed Khan, has been charged with multiple terrorism-related offences linked to ISIS, along with other criminal charges involving violent hate-motivated crimes targeting women and the Jewish community in the GTA. The investigation, which uncovered links to terrorism and involved multiple police agencies, was triggered by violent incidents earlier this year. Authorities emphasize the seriousness of the threat and the importance of collaborative efforts to ensure public safety.
Attacks and threats against Jews are increasing globally, with recent incidents in Sydney highlighting a disturbing campaign to intimidate Jewish communities, causing many to go into hiding amid fears of violence.
Vice President Vance criticized mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani's remarks on Islamophobia after 9/11, amid a broader political debate involving comments from other candidates and figures, highlighting ongoing issues of hate crimes and discrimination against Muslims in the U.S.
The FBI has ended its partnership with the Southern Poverty Law Center, citing concerns over the organization's partisan activities and its hate map, amidst broader shifts in civil rights protections under the Trump administration, including reduced funding for hate crime prevention and increased framing of protections as discriminatory against white people.
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro criticized President Trump for failing the morality and leadership tests following Charlie Kirk's assassination, emphasizing the need for unity and action against political violence and hate, while highlighting the importance of community support and shared values.
The FBI's 2024 report shows a decrease in all crime categories, including violent crimes and property crimes, with notable drops in murder, robbery, and motor vehicle thefts, indicating an overall downward trend in U.S. crime rates, though some challenges like online crimes and hate crimes persist.
A violent assault in Cincinnati went viral, prompting condemnation from local officials and reactions from national figures like Senator Bernie Moreno and Elon Musk, who highlighted the incident's severity and questioned media coverage. The police are investigating, but motives remain unclear.
Clashes between North African migrants and far-right groups in Torre Pacheco, Spain, have led to at least 14 arrests and calls for calm from the Moroccan community, amid investigations into hate speech and social media incitement.
A man has been charged with arson and related offenses following an attack on a Melbourne synagogue, amid a series of antisemitic incidents including protests and vandalism, prompting condemnation from Australian and Israeli officials.
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese condemned an arson attack on a Melbourne synagogue, promising strong legal action amid a surge in antisemitic incidents linked to Middle East tensions, including attacks on Jewish community sites and increased hate crimes.