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Kobe Bryant slur: A window into 'last bastion of homophobia'?

Basketball star Kobe Bryant has been fined $100,000 for yelling a homophobic slur at a referee. Some observers say it points to a persistent and deep homophobia in pro sports. Others say too much is being made of a single incident.
India, Pakistan release prisoners ahead of top talks

India-Pakistan peace talks appear to be picking up, as both countries made 'goodwill gestures' of releasing prisoners ahead of a meeting between home ministers.
Islamic militancy in Bangladesh shows new signs of life

Despite crackdowns, terrorist groups are showing a persistence and resilience that worries authorities.

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Scott Budnick works in the dining room as customers arrive for a free meal at the Mathewson Street Friendship Breakfast in Providence, R.I.

Scott Budnick serves breakfast – with a side order of respect – to the homeless

Sunday breakfast at a Providence, R.I., church is more than a free meal. Half the volunteers are homeless themselves: 'It's their [own] breakfast that they're putting on.'

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Kobe Bryant slur: A window into 'last bastion of homophobia'?

India, Pakistan release prisoners ahead of top talks

Islamic militancy in Bangladesh shows new signs of life

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