California town proposes ban on Pride, Black and women’s history celebrations Far-right council members in Huntington Beach introduce agenda item to switch focus to US wars and America’s independence The Guardian - US · Dec 22, 2023
In Gaza, a photo of Israeli soldier raising a pride flag 'in the name of love' goes viral, 'pinkwashing' a war Waging war in the name of love is as old as the myths from ancient Greece, considered to be the birthplace of western civilization. The legend is that their army sent a thousand ships to liberate Helen of Troy all “for love.” The Conversation · Nov 26, 2023
Andrew Lumsden obituary Journalist and leading gay rights campaigner who helped set up Gay News and the first Pride march in 1972 The Guardian - UK · Nov 12, 2023
Two Michigan former officials sue city over ‘unconstitutional’ Pride flag ban Cathy Stackpoole and Russ Gordon were fired after flying Pride flag from city-owned flagpole in violation of Hamtramck’s resolution The Guardian - US · Nov 11, 2023
Ncuti Gatwa says he’s ‘never been in the closet’ as new Doctor Who opens up about his sexuality ‘Doctor Who’ star had appeared in British Vogue’s Pride issue in June, but refused to label his sexuality The Independent UK · Nov 8, 2023
She was censored over trans rights. But lawmaker Zooey Zephyr won’t be silenced The Montana politician rose to international fame after colleagues cut her microphone. Now she’s traveling the state – and beyond – to recruit dissenting voices The Guardian - US · Oct 31, 2023
Police call for 'worst run venue in Soho during London Pride' to lose licence The Met Police claimed Canwood55 on Frith Street was run in an 'awful' way Evening Standard · Oct 30, 2023
Coyotes’ Travis Dermott Shares Passionate Reaction to NHL’s Decision on Pride Tape Ban The Arizona defenseman was the first player to defy the league's controversial edict. Sports Illustrated · Oct 25, 2023
The NHL is reversing its spineless Pride Tape ban and it’s all thanks to Travis Dermott Hockey fans have Travis Dermott to thank for the NHL backing down on its Pride Tape ban. USA Today Sports Media Group · Oct 24, 2023
NHL rescinds ban on rainbow-colored Pride tape, allowing players to use it on the ice this season NHL players will be allowed to use Pride tape this season after all The Independent UK · Oct 24, 2023
Pride finds its place at colourful community fair Entertainment included RuPaul's Hollywould Star. Newcastle Herald · Oct 22, 2023
Hamilton Pride mail boxes the post of gold at the end of rainbow The first two regional Pride post boxes have been installed in Newcastle. Newcastle Herald · Oct 19, 2023
NHL bans Pride and other symbols from team theme nights The updated guidance reaffirms on-ice player uniforms and gear for games, warmups and official team practices cannot be altered to reflect theme nights, including Pride, Hockey Fights Cancer or military appreciation celebrations. Players can voluntarily participate in themed celebrations off the… Chicago Sun-Times · Oct 11, 2023
NHL issues updated theme night guidance, which includes a ban on players using Pride tape on the ice The NHL sent a memo to teams last week clarifying what players can and cannot do as part of theme celebrations this season, including a ban on the use of rainbow-colored stick tape for Pride nights The Independent UK · Oct 10, 2023
The Guardian - AU · Oct 10, 2023 U2 change lyrics to Pride to honour ‘beautiful kids’ killed at Israeli music festival During Las Vegas show, Bono says ‘in the light of what’s happened in Israel and Gaza, a song about non-violence seems somewhat ridiculous’
The Independent UK · Sep 26, 2023 Louise Redknapp and Kéllé Bryan support trans community after ‘quitting’ Eternal reunion over LGBT+ row Pair reportedly pulled out of tour after bandmates ‘refused’ to play Pride events
The Guardian - UK · Sep 25, 2023 Eternal: 90s stars cancel full-band reunion over reported trans rights clash Representative for Louise Redknapp says sisters Easther and Vernie Bennett refused to play Pride events due to trans people ‘hijacking’ gay community
The Independent UK · Sep 25, 2023 Louise Redknapp shares support for trans community after ‘quitting’ Eternal reunion over LGBT+ row ‘Loose Women’ star Kéllé Bryan also reportedly pulled out of tour after bandmates ‘refused’ to play Pride events
France 24 · Sep 19, 2023 Skit of 'mom' ripping down Pride flag in classroom creates LGBT misinformation A viral video shows a mother tearing down a Pride flag in the middle of a classroom. The video is actually a sketch, but nevertheless many shared the viral clip as being real. We tell you more in this edition of Truth or Fake.
The Guardian - US · Sep 19, 2023 ‘Subtle and sinister’: Republicans’ anti-drag crusade seen as assault on LGBTQ+ rights Hundreds of anti-LGBTQ+ laws were introduced in 2023, including bans on drag shows, but many have been struck down
The Conversation · Sep 11, 2023 Five ways to become a better ally to 2SLGBTQ+ communities As summer Pride celebrations come to an end, a recent Ipsos poll revealed some interesting findings regarding the state of 2SLGBTQ+ inclusion in Canada. The good news is that Canadians continue to be world leaders in 2SLGBTQ+ acceptance.
The Independent UK · Sep 11, 2023 Thailand's LGBTQ+ community draws tourists from China looking to be themselves Xinyu Wen traveled to Thailand in June, planning a two-week vacation around Bangkok’s Pride parade
The Independent UK · Sep 9, 2023 Hundreds of Pride activists march in Serbia despite hate messages sent by far-right officials Hundreds of Pride activists have gathered in the Serbian capital amid heavy police presence and anti-gay messages sent by the country’s conservative leadership and threats by far-right groups
The Independent UK · Sep 1, 2023 Officials can't interfere with local Tennessee Pride festival under anti-drag law, judge rules A federal judge has ruled law enforcement officials can’t use a Tennessee law that strictly limits drag shows to interfere with a local Pride festival this weekend
The Independent UK · Aug 31, 2023 Tennessee prosecutor hit with lawsuit over threatening letter targeting Pride event A federal judge struck down a law banning drag performances in June. Now a state prosecutor is using the ban to threaten a Pride event