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Burkina Faso Bans Homosexuality, Imposes Harsh Penalties Under New Law

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Burkina Faso’s transitional parliament has passed a controversial new law criminalizing homosexuality, with offenders facing up to five years in prison. The legislation, part of amendments to the Persons and Family Code, makes Burkina Faso the latest African nation to tighten restrictions on LGBTQ+ rights. The law also includes stricter provisions on nationality and statelessness. Since seizing power in a 2022 coup, Burkina Faso’s military leadership has grown increasingly intolerant of dissent while battling worsening Islamist insurgencies. The 71-member unelected transitional parliament unanimously approved the measure on Monday. It now awaits the signature of junta leader Ibrahim Traoré. Justice Minister Edasso Rodrigue Bayala announced on state television that offenders will face prison terms of two to five years and heavy fines. He added that repeat offenders who are foreign nationals will be deported, while condemning same-sex relations as “bizarre behavior.” The law, which ...
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Snoop Dogg Clarifies Comments After Backlash Over Lightyear LGBTQ+ Scene

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American rap icon Snoop Dogg has responded to backlash following his criticism of LGBTQ+ representation in Disney and Pixar’s 2022 animated film Lightyear . The rapper sparked controversy after admitting during an appearance on the It’s Giving podcast that seeing a same-sex couple in the movie left him “scared to go to the movies,” because he wasn’t prepared to answer his grandson’s questions about same-sex relationships. The episode’s editing fueled even more outrage online, with many accusing Snoop of being homophobic. Addressing the criticism, Snoop took to the comments section of a Hollywood Unlocked Instagram post to clarify his stance: “I was just caught off guard and had no answer for my grandsons. All my gay friends know what’s up — they’ve been calling me with love. My bad for not knowing the answers for a 6-year-old. Teach me how to learn, I’m not perfect.” On the podcast, Snoop recalled feeling stunned when his grandson asked how a female character in Lightyear had ...
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The Rock Opens Up On His Complicated Bond With His Late Father

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Hollywood star Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson has shared an emotional reflection on his turbulent relationship with his late father, wrestling legend Rocky “Soulman” Johnson, revealing a story filled with both deep love and lingering conflict. Speaking at the Venice Film Festival, Johnson admitted that while preparing for his latest role, he couldn’t look to his father for guidance when it came to tenderness. “I don’t think my dad was an inspiration in terms of tenderness. That wasn’t really him,” Johnson said. “He was homeless by the age of 13, so his capacity for love was very limited — and that’s the man who raised me.” The two famously had a falling out on Christmas Eve in 2019 after a heated phone argument. Tragically, they never reconciled before Rocky Johnson passed away in January 2020 at the age of 75. Reflecting on the loss, Johnson confessed that regret still lingers: “Man, I just wish I could hug him one more time, kiss him on the cheek, look him in the eyes and say, ‘We’re...
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Burna Boy’s Mom, Bose Ogulu, Celebrates 35 Years Of Love And Marriage

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Bose Ogulu, popularly known as Burna Boy’s mother and manager, is celebrating 35 years of marriage with her husband. The proud wife took to Instagram to mark the milestone, sharing stunning throwback photos from their wedding day and the early years of their union. She also posted recent heartwarming pictures with her husband, capturing the beauty of their journey together. In her caption, Bose poured out love for her partner, expressed gratitude for their 35-year bond, and celebrated the three wonderful children they’ve raised along the way.
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Serena Williams Coaches From Afar As Venus Sparks Doubles Surprise At US Open

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Serena Williams may be absent from this year’s US Open, but she’s still very much involved—cheering (and coaching) from afar as her sister Venus stages an unexpected run in the women’s doubles. On Monday, Venus Williams and her partner, Canadian star Leylah Fernandez, stormed into the quarterfinals with a commanding 6-3, 6-4 win over Zhang Shuai and Ekaterina Alexandrova. Impressively, the pair have yet to drop a set in the competition. Next up is a blockbuster showdown with top seeds Taylor Townsend and Kateřina Siniaková—a match Serena, the 23-time Grand Slam singles champion, will be watching closely from home. “She’s definitely coaching from afar,” Venus told reporters. “She’s so excited, but she gets so nervous watching. She’s got the kids watching too. They’re all at home, just really on our side.” That naturally raises the question: will Serena make a surprise courtside appearance in New York? “If she came, it would be a dream for both of us, and we’d have her on the court ...
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Olympic Champion Imane Khelif Fights Back Against Sex-Testing Ban

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Olympic gold medalist Imane Khelif has filed an appeal against World Boxing’s decision to bar her from future competitions unless she undergoes genetic sex testing. The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) confirmed on Monday that the Algerian boxer lodged her appeal last month. Khelif had hoped to compete in the World Boxing Championships beginning this Thursday, but CAS rejected her request to suspend the ruling while the case is under review. Khelif rose to global prominence after clinching gold at the Paris 2024 Olympics, alongside Taiwan’s Lin Yu-ting, another champion who faced similar scrutiny. Both athletes were controversially disqualified from the 2023 World Championships by the now-discredited International Boxing Association (IBA), which accused them of failing vague “eligibility tests.” The IBA has since been sidelined by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) due to years of corruption scandals, with the IOC directly overseeing boxing at the past two Olympic Games. ...
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Nestlé CEO Fired Over Secret Office Romance, Successor Named Immediately

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Nestlé has abruptly dismissed CEO Laurent Freixe after failing to disclose a romantic relationship with a subordinate, the Swiss food giant announced Monday—marking a stunning leadership shake-up exactly one year after he took charge. The company, maker of KitKat and Nesquik, swiftly appointed longtime insider Philipp Navratil , former head of Nespresso, as Freixe’s successor with immediate effect. Freixe’s ouster adds fresh turmoil for Nestlé as it navigates a tough consumer climate and the fallout from U.S. trade tariffs. According to Nestlé, the dismissal followed an investigation led by Chairman Paul Bulcke and Lead Independent Director Pablo Isla , which confirmed that Freixe had engaged in an undisclosed relationship with a direct subordinate—violating the company’s code of conduct. “This was a necessary decision,” Bulcke said. “Nestlé’s values and governance remain the strong foundation of our company. We thank Laurent for his years of service.” The scandal surfaced ear...
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