Online gaming reveals global xenophobia and harassment
The Bloomberg report surveys how online games breed xenophobic abuse from Asia to Europe and the Americas. It notes Red Army Chinese players promoting nationalism in H171 King of the Kill, with taunts like China number one. It discusses industry responses by Sony Ubisoft and Tencent to police toxic behavior.
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Pope Francis asks silent prayers for all mothers in St Peter's Square
Pope Francis urged a crowd of about 25,000 in St. Peter's Square to spend a moment in silent prayer for their mothers including those in heaven. He noted Mother's Day celebrations around the world and asked for gratitude for all mothers during the window address.
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Evacuations Begin From Last Damascus Rebel Stronghold
Hundreds of rebels and families left Qaboun in northeast Damascus heading to rebel-held areas in northern Syria. The move follows government capture of most of Qaboun after weeks of siege and airstrikes, clearing rebel holdouts in the capital for the first time since 2012.
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