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All Things Go Festival is back in action to close out summer festival season. It’s located in two cities on the East Coast starting on Friday (Sept. 25) and ending on Sunday (Sept. 27). In New York City, All Things Go takes place at Forest Hills Stadium in Queens, while it also happens at Merriweather Post Pavilion in Columbia, Maryland (DMV) at the same time.
Its 2026 New York lineup, includes Zara Larsson, Lola Young, comedian Meg Stalter, The Beaches, Carly Rae Jepsen and others. And in the DMV, artists set to perform include Mitski, Ethel Cain, comedian Robby Hoffman, Rico Nasty, Hayley Williams, The Beths, She & Him, Wolf Alice and many more.
Meanwhile, Brandi Carlile is scheduled to headline both locations. Check out a lineup of bands here.
Tickets to the tour first went on sale through Live Nation and Ticketmaster, while the retailer’s Face Value Exchange program is an option for fans to resell tickets.
However, many of the dates have either sold out, or are very close to selling out, so one of the best ways to find All Things Go tickets online is through third-party sites, such as StubHub, SeatGeek, Vivid Seats, TicketNetwork, Gametime, Event Tickets Center and others. All online retailers guarantee authentic tickets in time for your concert. Prices may be above or below face value at times.
Where to Find 2026 All Things Go Festival Tickets Online
Looking for cheap tickets to attend All Things Go live? Here’s where to find tickets still available and on sale online.
StubHub has All Things Go tickets available. StubHub ensures that all tickets are valid and authentic, but for whatever reason, if they’re not, you’ll get your money back. Additionally, if your date is canceled and not rescheduled for another time, you’ll receive 120% in credit or be given the option of a full refund without the extra 20% credit. As of this writing, tickets start at $91.
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Providence Equity Partners, the majority owner of THE•TEAM (the agency formerly known as Wasserman), has assumed full ownership of the company, according to an internal company memo obtained by Billboard on Tuesday (July 28).
“We are pleased to confirm that our sale process has concluded with Providence Equity Partners, our existing investor and partner since 2022, investing additional capital into the company,” reads the memo circulated to staff. “This will support a transaction through which THE•TEAM will acquire Casey’s remaining ownership interest.”
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THE•TEAM did not immediately respond to Billboard‘s request for comment. News of the Providence sale was first reported by Puck.
Wasserman, whose ties with Jeffrey Epstein associate Ghislaine Maxwell were revealed in the Epstein files earlier this year, announced he would be selling his agency in February after several artists on the company’s roster called for his departure and either said they were leaving or threatened to leave amid the scandal, though the full extent of artist departures remains unclear. In March, the agency rebranded as THE•TEAM, removing Wasserman’s name from the company.
Several bidders were in consideration for THE•TEAM, with sources telling Billboard that potential buyers also included UTA, with backing from private equity firm EQT, Patrick Whitesell‘s WIM and Excel Sports Management with Goldman Sachs.
“The sale process was highly competitive, with strong interest from many parties and multiple bidders at the finish line,” reads the internal memo, which adds that the sale is expected to close within the next 45 to 60 days.
Mike Watts assumed the role of CEO following Wasserman’s departure. Since 2022, Providence Equity Partners has been the strategic investor of the agency, which is composed of Wasserman Music, Wasserman Sports, the Montag Group, Brillstein Entertainment Partners and the Brands & Properties division. THE•TEAM’s touring roster includes Ed Sheeran, Coldplay, Imagine Dragons, Kendrick Lamar, SZA and Tyler, the Creator. The music team was formed following Wasserman’s acquisition of Paradigm’s music holdings in 2021.
Bad Bunny continues his strong run on the Billboard Hot Latin Songs chart with several tracks off his album Debí Tirar Más Fotos.
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This is the top 10 of the Hot Latin Songs from Billboard for the week of August 1.
Netón Vega parks at No. 10. “Todo Lo Fue” holds at No. 9. “Daño” at No. 8. “De Lejitos” at No. 7. And “Koko” at No. 6. “Beretta (De Los Cerros La Escuela)” No. 5. “Voy A Llevarte Pa’ PR” stays fixed at No. 4. Just like “Ayúdame” at No. 3 and “Nuevayol” at No. 2. And in its seventieth week, “DTMF” continues dominating at No. 1. If you want more from Billboard Latin, don’t forget to subscribe and activate the bell to receive all notifications of our new videos.
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The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is usually where shoppers go for fashion, beauty and designer deals, but there’s a hidden section worth checking out if you’re a music fan. This year, the sale is filled with concert-ready finds, from vintage-inspired band tees and sneakers you can actually wear all day to accessories that complement your concert look.
The biggest surprise? Nordstrom has Nirvana, The Smashing Pumpkins and Johnny Cash tees starting at just $18. The vintage-inspired styles feel like the kind of merch you’d find at a record store or vintage shop, making them an easy way to bring some rock-inspired style into your summer wardrobe.
For anyone planning their next concert or festival outfit, the shoe lineup is just as exciting. Adidas, New Balance and UGG styles are all part of the sale, giving shoppers plenty of comfortable options for long days spent standing, dancing and exploring. Plus, the hidden gems don’t stop at clothing. Nordstrom also has accessories that tap into fan culture, including playful picks Pokémon fans will want to check out.
Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2026: Best Band Tees Merch Deals
GRUNGE CLASSIC
Nirvana Graphic Print Off the Shoulder Cotton T-Shirt
Nirvana helped define the sound and style of ’90s alternative rock, and the band’s signature graphics remain a favorite among fans.
This graphic-print band tee features a relaxed cotton fit and off-the-shoulder design for a stylish update to traditional merch. Wear it with denim or sneakers for a laid-back look made for concerts and festivals. It’s available in sizes XS to XL.
ALT-ROCK ESSENTIAL
Smashing Pumpkins Graphic T-Shirt
With albums like Siamese Dream and Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness, The Smashing Pumpkins became one of the most influential names in alternative rock.
Made from 100% cotton, this graphic T-shirt comes in a classic crewneck silhouette with a relaxed dropped-shoulder fit. Available in sizes XS-XL and priced under $25, it’s an easy pick for concerts, festivals and music fans.
COUNTRY MUSIC ICON
Johnny Cash Bandana Graphic Tank
Johnny Cash’s “Man in Black” image became one of music’s most recognizable signatures, reflecting his influence across country, rock and Americana.
This graphic tank reimagines his classic imagery in a white cotton-blend silhouette with a scoop neckline and cropped bandana hem. It’s a more unexpected take on band merch for fans looking beyond the standard graphic tee.
METALHEAD MUST-HAVE
Metallica Fire Scull Cotton Graphic T-Shirt
From Master of Puppets to the Black Album era, Metallica has built a legacy as one of heavy metal’s most celebrated bands.
With a price tag of $21.75 and made from 100% cotton, this graphic T-shirt showcases a fiery skull design and oversized fit for a relaxed silhouette. It’s a must-have piece for concerts, festivals and fans of the legendary metal band.
Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2026: Best Concert Sneaker Deals
FESTIVAL FOOTWEAR FIND
New Balance Gender Inclusive 530 Sneaker
When it comes to concert shoes, comfort is key, and the New Balance 530 delivers with a retro runner design built for all-day wear.
This gender-inclusive sneaker combines breathable mesh with ABZORB cushioning to help absorb impact during hours of standing, walking and dancing. It’s an easy pick for festival weekends, live shows and music-filled days.
HIDDEN SALE GEM
Adidas Gazelle Indoor Sneaker
Originally designed as an indoor training sneaker, the adidas Gazelle Indoor has evolved into a street style staple with strong ties to music and culture.
Built for comfort, this sneaker combines a supportive sole with a sleek silhouette that won’t weigh down your concert outfit. It’s an easy pick for festival grounds, standing room shows and exploring between sets.
POST-SHOW PICK
UGG Neuman Slipper
Don’t underestimate a good slipper — UGG’s Neuman proves comfort can still have a place in a concert-ready wardrobe.
The UGG Neuman Slipper combines a soft suede exterior, plush UGGplush lining and durable outsole for a cozy feel that goes beyond traditional slippers. Wear them while getting ready, traveling to a festival or relaxing after a long day of shows.
Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2026: Best Festival-Ready Accessory Deals
CONCERT COMPANION
Hedgren Nostos Matte Adult Backpack
8.1 inches x 13 inches x 17.3 inches
Small bags may be the standard for many concerts, but all-day festivals and travel-heavy plans often call for something with a little more room.
The Hedgren Nostos Matte Adult Backpack offers a spacious silhouette with smart organization, including a padded laptop compartment, side pockets, concealed zippers and an AirTag holder. Its water-resistant material and cushioned straps make it a comfortable option for carrying everything you need from morning to night.
COLLECTIBLE ACCESSORY
Maison de Sabré The SABRÉMOJI Pokémon Charm
From trading photocards at K-pop shows to collecting Pokémon merchandise, fans have found new ways to turn their favorite interests into wearable accessories.
This SABRÉMOJI Pokémon Charm taps into that collector mindset with full-grain DriTan European leather, handcrafted marquetry details and Apple AirTag compatibility. It’s a stylish way for Pokémon fans, K-pop collectors and concertgoers to personalize their favorite bags.
Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2026: Best Tech Deal for Streaming Concerts
FESTIVAL WATCH PARTY
Vankyo Native 1080p Wireless LCD Projector
Festival tickets aren’t the only way to enjoy a live music experience. The Vankyo Native 1080p Wireless LCD Projector lets you recreate the concert atmosphere from the comfort of your own home.
The Full HD at 1080p projector supports wireless screen mirroring, allowing you to stream content from compatible iOS and Android devices. It also comes with keystone adjustment for an easier setup, 150 lumens for a colorful display and a projector screen to complete your at-home entertainment setup.
If you’re skipping festivals like Coachella, Lollapalooza or Bonnaroo this year, these finds can still help you create your own concert experience from home. From comfortable sneakers made for long days on your feet to band tees and accessories that show off your favorite interests, these Nordstrom Anniversary Sale deals make it easier to build a music-inspired look without overspending. Plus, affordable tech under $100 can help bring the live music atmosphere home, whether you’re hosting friends or enjoying a solo listening session.
The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2026 is happening now, with deals across fashion, beauty, accessories and more. For concertgoers looking to refresh their wardrobe, the sale offers a mix of stylish and practical finds, from footwear designed for all-day wear to pieces that can be styled long after the event ends. Nordstrom cardmembers are given early access to the sale, which started Tuesday, July 14. However, the sale is now open to all shoppers until it ends on Sunday, Aug. 9, so now is the time to shop these music-inspired finds before popular styles sell out.
Steve Lacy may have unintentionally become every Marvel fan’s enemy.
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The Grammy-winning alternative singer raised eyebrows at the Spider-Man: Brand New Day premiere on Sunday (July 25) after slipping what might be a spoiler into an otherwise normal red carpet interview.
Warning: This story contains spoilers for Spider-Man: Brand New Day.
Lacy was interviewed by streamer Valkyrae on the carpet, and he was asked which character he was most excited to see, with the caveat of avoiding spoilers.
“You know what? Jean. I like Jean,” he replied. The interviewer awkwardly paused, though Lacy continued: “She’s the villain, but there’s a reason to her madness.”
The interviewer immediately responded with a laugh. “OK… is that a spoiler?”
Realizing what he may have just said, Lacy quickly pivoted and tried to save the conversation. “I like her. I like her character. I don’t know why.”
The moment began to circulate across social media, with fans immediately trying to fit the pieces of the puzzle together. While Lacy only referred to a character named Jean and never mentioned an actor by name, many viewers connected his comments to Sadie Sink, whose role in the film has been extremely secretive throughout the movie’s promotion.
Fans began sounding the alarm across social media as the clip quickly began making rounds online. People joked that Marvel’s famously reserved executives were probably already “on the phone” and out to get Lacy. One fan even wrote, “He pulled a Tom Holland on Tom Holland’s movie,” referencing the film star’s infamous history of spoiling major Marvel movie plot points.
Lacy attended the premiere because his song “Oh Yeah?” appears on the film’s soundtrack (it’s also the title track to his third studio album, released earlier this month). Lacy’s Spider-Man crossover comes four years after his breakout hit “Bad Habit” topped the Billboard Hot 100 for three weeks. Its parent album, Gemini Rights, also reached the top 10 on the Billboard 200 back in 2022.
As for whether Lacy actually spoiled Spider-Man: Brand New Day or simply sent fans into an unnecessary spiral, Marvel devotees will have to find out for themselves this Friday (July 31). Until then, the internet has already reached one verdict: maybe don’t ask Steve Lacy spoiler-related questions on a red carpet.
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Following its debut on Billboard’s Regional Mexican Airplay chart through “De la A a la Z ,” with Los Ángeles Azules, in June, Argentine cumbia group Ke Personajes earns its first No. 1, as the song jumps 3-1 on the ranking dated Aug. 1.
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“We received the news with immense joy,” Emanuel Noir, lead singer for Ke Personajes, shares with Billboard. “From day one, we dreamed of taking our cumbia to every corner of the world, and this achievement confirms that this path is bearing fruit. It is the reward for effort, dedication and work done with heart. Without a doubt, this is a moment that fills us with pride and happiness.”
A mix of Argentine and regional Mexican cumbia, “De la A a la Z” lands at the summit on Regional Mexican Airplay after a 23% gain in audience impressions, to 6.9 million, earned in the United States on the tracking week ending July 23, according to Luminate. The song, released May 13 on Virgin Music Latin, marked Ke Personajes’ first visit to the tally upon its debut in June.
“We are happy that this collaboration with Ke Personajes, one of the duets we have enjoyed the most, has reached No. 1 on Billboard’s Regional Mexican chart, also marking our eighth No. 1 on this chart,” Los Ángeles Azules tells Billboard. “Congratulations to our brothers in Ke Personajes, and what an honor to share this great achievement with them.”
Los Ángeles Azules expands their legacy, as the song becomes their 29th career chart entry and their eighth No. 1. It follows February’s “Si Sabes Contar,” which also paired the group with Argentine acts Luck Ra and Yami Safdie.
“The fact that such an iconic band, a worldwide reference in cumbia, thought of Ke Personajes to share a song was something that surprised us and thrilled us greatly,” Ke Personajes adds. “At that time, we were working to make our music cross borders, and this opportunity came as confirmation that we were on the right path. For us, it was something incredible—unthinkable, almost unreal.”
Beyond its Regional Mexican Airplay coronation, “De la A a la Z” is gaining momentum across Billboard’s Latin rankings: just shy of No. 1, it vaults 7-2 on the overall Latin Airplay chart, marking Los Ángeles Azules’ strongest showing since 2024’s “Perdonarte, ¿Para Qué?” with Emilia. The track also climbs 25-16 on Hot Regional Mexican Songs and charges 44-22 on Hot Latin Songs, which combines streaming, radio airplay and sales. For Ke Personajes, it marks a first appearance on all three charts.
Ke Personajes added that working with Los Ángeles Azules “was a true privilege. We shared ideas, learned from their experience, and found a very natural musical connection. The result was a very special song that represents the best of both projects and opened doors for more people around the world to discover the music of Ke Personajes.”
Yann Pissenem and Sam Mooney, two key members of the team behind Ibiza mega-clubs Hï, Ushuaïa and [UNVRS], have launched a new creative agency called The Ideation Bureau.
Pissenem and Mooney will take their real-world expertise and apply it to projects, with The Ideation Bureau set to work across brand strategy, identity and design systems, creative direction, campaign development and content production, with a goal of building and operating brands. Pissenem is The Ideation Bureau’s founder and CEO, with Mooney serving as founder and chief creative officer.
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The team also includes specialists in strategy, design, production and technology. Every project the agency takes on will be built by a bespoke team brought together to give the expertise each endeavor requires, with the company intending to work with brands on ideas, a press release notes, “with lasting cultural and commercial impact.”
Thus far, work by The Ideation Bureau includes the viral 2024 campaign for the launch of [UNVRS], along with [UNVRS] campaigns with the fashion lines Off-White and Palm Angels.
“We’ve spent years building brands in environments where ideas have to earn their place in the real world,” Pissenem said in a statement. “The Ideation Bureau is about bringing that same discipline and ambition to every project we take on.”
“I’ve always believed the best creative doesn’t end on a screen,” added Mooney. “Throughout our careers, we’ve created work that brought millions of people together to experience something in the real world. The Ideation Bureau is our opportunity to bring that same mindset beyond music and entertainment.”
Tras el enigmático anuncio de “28.07.2026” en la proyección de la película under the fabric de Fred again.. y LATIN MAFIA en la Ciudad de México, un documental de 35 minutos que documenta una sesión creativa entre las mentes creativas, se mostró la fecha para mantener a sus fans comiéndose las uñas.
Hoy se responde a la expectativa que se sembró aquel 11 de diciembre de 2025. La transmisión de YouTube continuará hasta que quede lista la mixtape. Esto hace pare de la estrategia de los artistas para explorar nuevas maneras de conectar, compartir y experimentar en el proceso de creación musical. Además, constituye un vistazo único que muchos en la industria prefieren que se mantenga bajo llave.
Mira la transmisión, chatea con otros fanáticos y presencia el auténtico proceso creativo detrás de la música que atrajo a tantos alrededor del mundo mientras se mezcla, corrige y cobra vida en un espacio con vista al agua adornado de escaleras, equipos de sonido y teclados. No pierdas esta oportunidad de formar parte de este histórico momento de la innovación en la interacción con fans y la producción sonora.
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Durante más de una década, Charli xcx fue un arma secreta, una experimentalista audaz, una diarista sincera y (con el debido respeto a Chappell Roan) la artista favorita de tu artista favorito. Pero no era, exactamente, una estrella del pop: de esas que llenan estadios, aparecen en portadas de revistas, actúan en los Grammy y tienen a las masas pendientes de cada una de sus palabras. El álbum de electropop confesional de la artista británica de 2024, Brat, que revolucionó la cultura pop, lo cambió todo, elevando su nombre de “también protagonista” a figurar por encima del título. ¿Quién mejor para escribir un tratado de 30 minutos sobre el arte de la creación de imágenes?
Charli está en camino de dominar los tres medios que se mencionan en el título de su nuevo LP: Music, Fashion, Film Pero la historia de su séptimo álbum de estudio ha sido su aparente giro, anunciado por su primer sencillo, “Rock Music”. La canción —con su guitarra ronca, golpes de platillos y voces entrecortadas— no se parece en nada a las brillantes y bailables joyas de Brat (ni al enérgico pop-punk de su álbum de 2014, Sucker). Pero no define tanto una estética como una filosofía: pasar el rato y crear cosas con tus amigos. Como dijo una vez otro iconoclasta de la música, para mí sigue siendo rock & roll.
A lo largo de más de diez canciones concisas (y un tema final comparativamente más extenso), Charli y sus socios compositores y productores, A.G. Cook y Finn Keane, diseccionan el estrellato que odia amar y ama odiar. La desenfadada “SS26” juega con la idea de tener una imagen de chica mala cuando todo en el mundo es malo. “Card Declined” comienza como una canción cómicamente simple sobre ser definida por las posesiones, luego florece en una breve ensoñación antes de terminar con un minuto de alegre y enamorado indie pop. “Sigo pensando en ti, todos los días”, canta Charli, aparentemente al bolso de sus sueños.
También hay espacio para el afecto humano en el álbum. “I’m Afraid”, que suena como una toma descartada del MTV Unplugged de Nirvana, con notas graves de guitarra mientras Charli revela sus ansiedades sobre casarse con el baterista de The 1975, George Daniel. En “Magic Metal Montana”, habla con entusiasmo de su otra gran relación —con su colaborador de toda la vida, Cook— en una efusiva y extensa canción en la que elogia su corte de pelo, su forma de bailar y su capacidad para leer su mente musical.
Pero la mayor parte del álbum se centra en la maquinaria que da vida a las estrellas, con guiños a The Velvet Underground, una banda que, como es sabido, fue impulsada por un hombre que sabía bastante del tema. «Camera» vislumbra el futuro que Charli podría construir en la industria cinematográfica, transformando unas pocas notas rasgueadas rápidamente en una oda a la emoción de una nueva ambición. El siguiente tema, «2007», nos transporta al principio, cuando estaba en la cima del éxito, creando su propia imagen en su habitación y proyectándola al mundo sin ninguna intervención externa. Seducida por esa hermosa sencillez, la voz digitalmente recortada de Charli se abre paso entre el ruido: «Eres como quiero sentirme / Quiero sentirlo con todas mis fuerzas».
El tema más destacado del álbum es «Wink Wink», la canción que más claramente oscila entre la autenticidad y el artificio. Jugando con la forma en que su imagen pública se ha reducido a clichés —así como con su propia y bien establecida tendencia a trolear—, los hilarantes versos hablados y cantados de Charli estallan en un estribillo súper pegadizo que consiste casi por completo en una sola nota. Añadiendo armonías, se construye una doble personalidad mientras se entrega a un doble discurso: “Esta es la verdad, y tengo que ser honesta/Ya no soy una chica mala, lo prometo”. Para aquellos que no captaron el mensaje, añade lo obvio: “Guiño, guiño, guiño, guiño”.
Charli aborda un tema similar de una forma radicalmente distinta en el tema final, “No One Lasts Forever”. Canta de nuevo sobre ser percibida como una fiestera maleducada, solo que esta vez sin sarcasmo, simplemente una promesa de vivir el momento sin miedo. Mientras la música adquiere un tono etéreo, le cede el micrófono al director David Cronenberg, conocido por su deleite en lo grotesco. Durante unos instantes, él habla sobre cómo el arte puede ser inmortal, pero los artistas que lo crearon no lo son.
Charli y su equipo repiten su voz entonando “Están muertos, se han ido, nadie dura para siempre” 27 veces (una cifra tristemente célebre en la historia del rock) antes de que se corte, transformándose en una espiral hipnótica pero ligeramente inquietante. ¿Qué le depara el futuro a la siempre cambiante Charli XCX? Como una maestra cuyo verdadero medio es el momento, no nos ha dejado nada que hacer más que esperar y descubrir.
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El ataque tuvo lugar el sábado 25 de julio. Una camioneta blanca arrolló a la multitud en el parque Tiergarten, cerca de la Puerta de Brandeburgo, alrededor de las 22:00 (hora de Alemania). La policía de Berlín informó que una mujer polaca de 65 años falleció y hubo 17 heridos. Tras una revisión de la situación, otras fuentes estiman que hasta 29 personas resultaron heridas, 8 de ellas en estado crítico.
El domingo 26 de julio, la comunidad se congregó en luto frente a la Puerta de Brandeburgo a las 14:00 (hora de Alemania) para expresar su dolor. Otros eventos del Orgullo fueron cancelados. La gente se reunió para depositar flores, mensajes como “Seguiremos luchando. Bailaremos” y manifestar su miedo, tristeza e indignación ante estos ataques en Alemania, el centro LGBTI+ más antiguo del mundo (Magnus Hirschfeld fundó una de las primeras organizaciones de derechos LGTBI+ en 1897).
Abdul Ballout, 21 años
Mientras tanto, la búsqueda de los autores del crimen dio frutos, ya que, en un enfrentamiento con la policía, uno de ellos fue asesinado: Abdul Ballout, un berlinés de origen libanés que vivía con su madre y tres hermanas, según declaró el ministro del Interior alemán, Alexander Dobrint.
De acuerdo con Reuters, el joven de 21 años fue declarado culpable en mayo de preparar un delito grave que ponía en peligro al Estado y condenado a un año y diez meses de prisión. Su sentencia fue suspendida y quedó en libertad condicional.
Además, el atacante fallecido, publicaba redes propaganda islámica en redes en 2024 e intentó llegar a Siria para unirse al Estado Islámico en mayo de 2025. Fue arrestado durante un viaje al Líbano en julio de 2025, donde intentó inscribirse de nuevo al grupo terrorista a través un grupo de Telegram y fue capturado por “incitar al conflicto religioso y sectario.”
En noviembre de 2025, regresó a Alemania y fue arrestado de nuevo en el aeropuerto de Berlín-Brandeburgo, permaneciendo bajo custodia hasta mayo de 2026.
El segundo sospechoso, quien se creía que iba en el asiento del pasajero del vehículo que embistió a la multitud, fue puesto en libertad porque las autoridades no pudieron confirmar su identidad. La investigación sobre este acto violento continúa.
El Canciller de Alemania, Friedrich Merz, respondió al suceso con compromiso para examinar, junto al ministro del interior, para revisar la legislación federal en cuanto a la vigilancia de individuos peligrosos y limitar sus libertades. Un miembro de su gabinete declaró, “Debemos examinar fundamentalmente si los criterios legales que tenemos para aplicar el derecho penal juvenil son apropiados para el momento actual”. Además, se hizo un llamado a la revocación de la ciudadanía para aquellos que sean declarados amenazas a la seguridad doméstica (dicha medida no aplicará a aquellos que solo posean la nacionalidad alemana, como en el caso de Ballout).
El odio
Ante lo sucedido, la oposición al gobierno actual, el partido AFD (Alternative für Deutschland) (Alternativa para Alemania en español), denunció lo sucedido y culpó al canciller de no hacer suficiente para mejorar la situación migratoria y de seguridad. El partido de extrema derecha aprovechó la oportunidad para reforzar su crecimiento en popularidad en Alemania (lideraron elecciones federales con más de diez millones de votos a nivel nacional en 2025) y las fracturas dentro de la centro-derecha, insatisfecha con el trabajo de la administración actual.
La extrema derecha lleva décadas explotando el dolor, la tristeza y el miedo de la gente ante la violencia y la inestabilidad; de hecho, es una táctica propia del nazismo (se ha documentado que miembros de la AFD han simpatizado con ideales nazis), la misma que destruyó mucha de la historia LGBTI+ de Alemania y los avances científicos en sexología como el Instituto de Ciencias Sexuales fundado en 1919 en Tiergarten, Berlín, el mismo lugar donde ocurrió el atentado terrorista del fin de semana pasado.
El odio es un poderoso movilizador, por lo que su retórica, especialmente con minorías como la población LGBTI+, es una parte fundamental de la estrategia extremista. La violencia no comienza con un puñetazo; a menudo empieza con el rechazo y la estigmatización de los demás. La acción es el resultado esperado de esa retórica que empodera a quienes creen en el exterminio de aquellos que consideran enemigos.
Este odio se manifiesta de muchas maneras, desde amenazas hasta atentados, como el asesinato de Medrano Quezada en México, el primer alcalde abiertamente gay mexicano en Guadalajara, el 15 de julio de este año.
Ataques como estos; provenientes de cualquier persona u organización, ya sea política, religiosa o por odio puro y duro, dejan claro que el futuro de los derechos LGBTI+ se encuentra bajo creciente amenaza, tanto en Sudamérica como en Europa.
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