The Lao government is investigating the deaths of two Danes, two Australians, a Briton, and an American who died after drinking contaminated alcohol in Vang Vieng, pledging to prosecute those responsible. Counterfeit alcohol and homemade spirits are a problem in Laos, prompting Australia and Britain to issue warnings to their citizens. The U.S. embassy in Laos also cautioned about the risks of methanol poisoning and advised buying drinks from licensed vendors to prevent further incidents.
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Trans people, local governments and educators face rising anti-LGBTQ hate, GLAAD report finds
SummaryA report by GLAAD reveals 932 anti-LGBTQ incidents in the U.S. from May 2024 to May 2025, with over half targeting transgender and gender-nonconforming individuals, marking a 20% decrease from the previous year. Notably, incidents against drag performers dropped significantly, while attacks on local governments and educators increased, reflecting shifting extremist focuses. GLAAD emphasizes that these tracked incidents are just a fraction of the actual anti-LGBTQ hate experienced, especially during Pride Month, highlighting the resilience...
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