First Pride march since Russian invasion takes place in Kyiv Crowd dispersed by police after only 10 minutes and redirected to the subway due to threats from anti-LGBTQ+ groups, say organisers The Guardian - UK · Jun 16, 2024
LGBT soldiers in Ukraine hope their service is changing attitudes as they rally for legal rights Several hundred LGBT Ukrainian servicemen and their supporters have marched in central Kyiv to demand more rights and highlight their service to their country in its war with Russia The Independent UK · Jun 16, 2024
‘No pride in occupation’: queer Palestinians on ‘pink-washing’ in Gaza conflict Israel presents itself as an LGBT haven in the region, but for Palestinians it offers neither refuge nor solidarity The Guardian - UK · Jun 16, 2024
Italy denies removing LGBTQ and abortion references from G7 declaration Final communique omits references to protection of gender identity and sexual orientation, and to safe abortion access The Guardian - UK · Jun 14, 2024
Colorado Republicans call for pride flags to be burned to stop ‘godless groomers’ LGBTQ+ Republicans and Democrats ripped the GOP over the email seeking to stop “godless groomers.” The Independent UK · Jun 6, 2024
Those close to the Pope try to make sense of his homophobic PR disaster Pope’s reported use of homophobic term caused shock and pain The Independent UK · Jun 6, 2024
5 best queer movies from the '80s to watch during Pride Month The 1980s saw a shift that elevated LGBTQ movies to the mainstream Tom’s Guide · Jun 6, 2024
One-third of world still criminalises consensual same-sex acts: report The LGBTQ community faces "relentless opposition" across the globe despite some progress, said a report published on Thursday by an international advocacy group, with one-third of the world still criminalising same-sex acts. Radio France Internationale · May 30, 2024
Google's AI is teaching Pokemon fans a thing or two about LGBT pocket pals - Bulbasaur is a "plant-loving queer," Mewtwo is an "older, cultured gay," and oh so much more Is that canon? GamesRadar · May 25, 2024
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Diplomats in Bengaluru mark IDAHOBIT Bengaluru diplomats celebrate IDAHOBIT with pride flags, promoting LGBT+ rights and equality through international collaboration and events. The Hindu · May 16, 2024
Philadelphia LGBT Affairs Director's Husband Arrested In Traffic Stop Controversial arrest of Darius McLean on Vine Street Expressway sparks ongoing investigation and discussions on law enforcement practices. Top News · May 11, 2024
World Bank and IMF can press Ghana to rethink ‘punitive’ LGBTQ law, charities say Charities and campaign groups are calling on bodies to say they may stop funding country if legislation comes into effect The Guardian - UK · May 11, 2024
Kate Forbes elected Scotland deputy first minister despite Green opposition Fresh row erupts over Forbes’s conservative views on equality – but appointment is approved by narrow majority The Guardian - UK · May 9, 2024
Top News · May 8, 2024 Ghana's Top Court Delays Hearing On Anti-LGBTQ Bill Challenge Ghana's Supreme Court postpones hearing on anti-LGBTQ bill challenge, stirring controversy and debate.
Top News · Apr 28, 2024 US State Dept Condemns Iraq Anti-LGBT Law US State Department criticizes Iraq's anti-homosexuality law, sparking international concern over human rights violations.
The Guardian - UK · Apr 27, 2024 We may have equal marriage – but LGBTQ+ people are still locked out of equal parenthood The law is badly lagging behind when it comes to rights for LGBTQ+ families. We need urgent root-and-branch reform, says the freelance writer Freddy McConnell
The Guardian - UK · Apr 25, 2024 UK’s first ever memorial to LGBT armed forces personnel to be built Fighting With Pride charity will lead work for memorial at National Memorial Arboretum in Staffordshire
Evening Standard · Apr 8, 2024 Tribunal nears end for man who lost job offer over views on homosexuality Felix Ngole, who is a Christian, claims discrimination against Leeds-based charity Touchstone.
France 24 · Apr 8, 2024 LGBT people in Madagascar forced to hide their sexuality Even if homosexuality is not illegal in Madagascar, it is widely considered to be socially unacceptable. Many LGBT people have to hide their sexuality in order to hold onto their job or simply live in peace. They have developed their own networks, body language and dialect. FRANCE 24's Gaëlle Borgia,…
Top News · Apr 5, 2024 Ugandan Court Upholds Anti-Gay Law Despite International Pressure Uganda's Constitutional Court upholds anti-gay law, sparking global outrage and concerns for LGBTQ+ rights.
Top News · Apr 2, 2024 Pope Francis Affirms LGBT Rights Support From Benedict Pope Francis reveals Pope Benedict's support for LGBT rights, signaling a shift in Catholic Church views towards inclusivity and compassion.
Top News · Mar 31, 2024 White House Recognizes Transgender Day Of Visibility On Easter Explore the White House's recognition of Transgender Day of Visibility and various LGBT holidays celebrated throughout the year, sparking debate and highli...
International Business Times · Mar 27, 2024 Thai Parliament Passes Same-sex Marriage Bill Thailand's parliament passed a same-sex marriage bill Wednesday, paving the way for the kingdom to become the first Southeast Asian nation to recognise LGBTQ marriage equality.
International Business Times · Mar 20, 2024 Russia Arrests Two In First LGBTQ 'Extremism' Criminal Case A Russian court on Wednesday ordered a bar administrator and its art director to be placed in custody, accusing them of organising an "extremist organisation" under new legislation criminalising the LGBTQ community.