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Homophobia and violence have increased significantly against members of the LGBT+ community in Russia. According to surveys, one in five Russians wants to "eliminate" them. Drag Queen Sergei is also affected by the violence.

Norway's Arctic coast is plagued by animal invaders: King crabs. A source of ready money for fishermen, but environmental activists fear for the coastal ecosystem as a whole.

Coronavirus affects everyone, but one particular group has been hit particularly hard by the crisis: Children. Studies on the mental health of boys and girls show them battling depression and anxiety disorders.

The government in Hungary is trying to get the nation's cultural and educational institutions under its control. In response, students have occupied the University of Theatre and Film Arts.

Around 60,000 Romanian truckers work under dire conditions in western Europe. Tighter EU regulations are supposed to prevent exploitation within the industry. But the long haul drivers are still very concerned.