hate crimes
Exclusive: Massive Rise in Anti-LGBTQ Hate Crime Reports in UK
There has been a record increase in reports of homophobic and transphobic hate crimes in the UK over the last year, figures obtained by VICE World News reveal.
The Buffalo Shooting Suspect Can Now Get the Death Penalty
New federal hate charges mean the suspect, charged in a racist attack that killed 10 people, is eligible for the death penalty.
Proud Boys Stormed a ‘Drag Queen Story Hour’ Event for Kids
“It was all in front of the children, and it frightened them,” said a librarian at the public library that hosted the Pride event.
The LGBTQ People Leaving London and Other Cities
Big cities are commonly thought to be safer and more supportive places for LGBTQ people – but that isn't necessarily the case.
Congress Just Recognized Lynching as a Hate Crime. Here’s What That Means.
The Emmett Till Anti-Lynching Act sets a specific definition of lynching and triples the prison time for anyone convicted.
‘We Need To Make the UK Safer for Trans People,’ Labour Says
Exclusive: The UK Labour Party is calling on the government to urgently introduce legislation that would lead to tougher penalties for people who commit hate crimes based on someone’s sexuality, transgender identity, or disability.
‘Don’t Punish Me For Who I Am’: Huge Jump in Anti-LGBTQ Hate Crime Reports in UK
Reports of homophobic hate crimes have risen by 210 percent over the last six years, while over the same period transphobic hate crime reports rose by 332 percent, according to figures obtained by VICE World News.
Hate Crimes in Canada Are Actually 100 Times More Than Cops Reported: Survey
Newly released numbers from Statistics Canada show that hate crimes are far more prevalent than previously thought and police are only investigating a tiny percentage of them.
Incel Allegedly Planned ‘Revenge’ Massacre of Sorority Members
The 21-year-old has been indicted for planning to commit a hate crime and unlawful possession of a machine gun.
The Surge in Anti-Asian Hate Crimes Is Even Worse Than You Thought
A new report breaks down why and where the attacks have been happening.
Ahmaud Arbery’s Alleged Killers Are Now Facing Federal Hate Crime Charges
The men are accused of following and eventually killing 25-year-old Ahmaud Arbery as he jogged through his own Georgia neighborhood last February.
A 61-Year-Old Asian Man Is Fighting for His Life After Being Repeatedly Stomped in the Head
Yao Pan Ma is in a medically induced coma and on a ventilator, and hasn’t woken up since the incident.