As the Ukraine war rages, Russia doubles down on anti-LGBT laws The parliament has approved bills aimed at further constricting the country’s marginalised LGBT community. Al Jazeera · Oct 31, 2022
Malaysia questions 18 people arrested at LGBT Halloween party Malaysia's Islamic religious authorities on Monday questioned 18 people detained during a Halloween party attended by members of the LGBT community at the weekend, activists said. Reuters · Oct 31, 2022
Mersey MP calls for 'more to be done' in Westminster for LGBTQ+ equality Despite the claim, Angela Eagle said there still is a lot of work to be done for LGBTQ equality Liverpool Echo · Oct 30, 2022
Meet NI's Young Person of the Year who established a 'safe space' for LGBTQ+ community Hannah Agnew set up Cafe Amach in South Armagh to provide a 'safe and visible' space for young queer people Belfast Live · Oct 30, 2022
Malaysian authorities raid LGBT Halloween party Malaysia's Islamic religious officers broke up a large Halloween party attended by the LGBT community and arrested 20 people for cross-dressing and allegedly encouraging vice, activists said Sunday. Bangkok Post · Oct 30, 2022
Thousands march in South Africa's 1st Pride since COVID-19 More than 3,000 people on Saturday took part in the first Pride march in South Africa since the COVID-19 pandemic, celebrating the LGBT community and defying a U.S. warning of a possible terror attack in the area The Independent UK · Oct 29, 2022
LGBT fans to boycott World Cup in Qatar over country’s stance on the community The Fifa World Cup is taking place in Qatar between November 20 and December 18. The Independent UK · Oct 29, 2022
Senior employee at leading Qatari sports academy posted homophobic video on social media Exclusive: Aspire Academy has been hailed by David Beckham and was visited by Gary Neville for a recent documentary The Independent UK · Oct 28, 2022
Anti-LGBT protesters outside Holyrood drowned out by chants of 'trans joy' The Scottish Family Party tried to disrupt an event ran by supporters of gender recognition reform ahead of a debate on the bill The National (Scotland) · Oct 27, 2022
Russia moves to ban ‘LGBT propaganda’ among all ages ‘LGBT today is an element of hybrid warfare’ says Russian politician The Independent UK · Oct 27, 2022
The best LGBTQ+ games to make you feel the love Can you feel the love tonight? You can in these LGBT-friendly games that put a spotlight on inclusive, powerful stories GamesRadar · Oct 27, 2022
Fears raised for Qataris if they support LGBTQ+ rights during World Cup Residents of Qatar face the risk of persecution if they show their support for LGBTQ+ rights during the World Cup, Human Rights Watch has warned The Guardian - UK · Oct 27, 2022
New equalities minister Kemi Badenoch lambasts boss of LGBT+ website When asked about PinkNews and its CEO Benjamin Cohen the new equalities minister had some harsh words Wales Online · Oct 27, 2022
LGBT football fans will not have to ‘compromise’ sexuality at World Cup, says minister Conservative Party chairman Nadhim Zahawi said he will still consider going to the tournament despite gay rights violations Evening Standard · Oct 27, 2022
Bangkok Post · Oct 27, 2022 Russia to toughen 'LGBT propaganda' law MOSCOW: The lower house of Russia's parliament paved the way for toughening a notorious 2013 "gay propaganda" law on Thursday, its official website said.
The Independent UK · Oct 27, 2022 LGBT fans will be safe at Qatar World Cup, says Zahawi The Tory Party chairman said fans should not have to compromise on their sexuality after the Foreign Secretary urged them to show ‘a bit of flex’.
Daily Mirror · Oct 26, 2022 Gary Lineker blasts Foreign Secretary's 'respect Qatar' comment to LGBT football fans The Match of the Day host hit out after the Foreign Secretary urged supporters to show 'a little bit of flex and compromise' in the Muslim country where homosexuality is illegal
The Independent UK · Oct 26, 2022 LGBT+ fans should be ‘respectful’ of Qatar during World Cup, UK foreign secretary says James Cleverly criticised for ‘abhorrent’ remarks ahead of sporting event
The Independent UK · Oct 26, 2022 Foreign Secretary criticised over remarks on LGBT fans attending Qatar World Cup The World Cup starts in Qatar next month.
The Independent UK · Oct 26, 2022 Gary Lineker leads criticism of James Cleverly after advice for LGBT fans in Qatar The foreign secretary has urged fans to show ‘a little bit of flex and compromise’ and to ‘respect the culture’ of the host nation
The Independent UK · Oct 26, 2022 Equalities minister Kemi Badenoch attacks LGBT magazine in parliament Minister uses first parliamentary appearance in role to blast PinkNews founder
The Independent UK · Oct 26, 2022 Lineker criticises Foreign Secretary over advice to LGBT football fans in Qatar Homosexuality remains a crime in the 2022 World Cup host country.
Daily Mirror · Oct 26, 2022 England LGBT+ fan group slam Foreign Secretary's comments on Qatar World Cup Foreign secretary Cleverly suggested the LGBT+ community should "compromise" on showing their identity if they travel to Qatar for the upcoming World Cup this winter
Evening Standard · Oct 26, 2022 Gary Lineker slams James Cleverly for ‘compromise’ advice to LGBT football fans ahead of Qatar World Cup The Match Of The Day presenter Gary Lineker tweeted: ‘Whatever you do, don’t do anything Gay. Is that the message?’
Daily Mirror · Oct 26, 2022 Foreign Secretary branded 'tone deaf' for Qatar 'compromise' comments to LGBT fans UK Foreign Secretary James Cleverly said lesbian, gay, bi and transgender football fans should show “a little bit of flex” and “be respectful of the host nation” of Qatar, where gay sex is illegal