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The popular language learning platform Duolingo has removed references to LGBTQ+ people in its Russian version at Moscow’s request, the state-run news agency TASSreported Tuesday. Russia’s state media watchdog Roskomnadzor had this spring ordered Duolingo to comply with its “LGBT propaganda” law after conservative activists spotted phrases like “Ben and Peter love each other” and “Clara met her wife Maria at a lesbian bar” on the app. Otherwise, Duolingo faced a fine of up to 4 million rubles ($45,000) or a potential ban in Russia. “Duolingo has sent a letter of reply to Roskomnadzor confirmin…

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