Brazilian president opened U.N. General Assembly
Prime minister champions LGBTQ rights
Event took place without violence
Aldo Dávila a vocal critic of country's president, corruption
National Assembly expected to vote on proposal in December
Organizers cite potential COVID-related travel restrictions
Lyra McKee killed while covering 2019 riot
Country remains embroiled in political, economic crisis
Activists share their experiences with the Blade
Taliban regained control of Afghanistan on Aug. 15