A Hindu temple in Chino Hills, California, was vandalized with political messages over the weekend, prompting an investigation by the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Office. The BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir Temple was targeted with graffiti referencing Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, sparking concerns within the Hindu community about the rise of anti-Hindu hate crimes in the area. Despite the incident, members of the temple gathered for a prayer event to denounce the vandalism and promote peace and unity in the face of such actions.
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Pride Flags Slashed at Atlanta L.G.B.T.Q. Landmark, Four Arrested
A group of male youths vandalized Pride flags at a significant rainbow-painted intersection in Midtown Atlanta early Tuesday, prompting police intervention. Four individuals, including three from Dallas, Ga., were arrested and could face additional charges under Georgia's hate crime law, which includes enhanced penalties for offenses motivated by sexual orientation or gender identity. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Four young boys were caught by the police for tearing down colorful Pride flags that...
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