Engineer allegedly shot dead by in-laws claimed they abused him because he was transgender, court docs reveal Jonathan McKinsey had claimed his parents-in-law punched and insulted him The Independent UK · Sep 30
Transgender New York Times executive Jonathan McKinsey angered in-laws over son wearing girls’ dresses before he was shot dead in California In a tragic turn of events, Jonathan McKinsey, a prominent New York Times executive, was shot dead in California amidst a family disagreement. His in-laws, Shouyong Zhang and Shili Chen, have been charged with murder. The conflict stemmed from tensions related to McKinsey's young son's choice of clothing, highlighting a… The Economic Times · Sep 29
Trump administration asks supreme court to block gender-affirming care for trans prisoners Trans prisoners have sued administration over the policy and, so far, two lower courts have blocked implementation The Guardian - US · Sep 29
Supreme Court Emergency Petition Filed by DOJ Over Federal Bureau of Prisons Transgender Surgery Ban The US Justice Department has asked the Supreme Court to lift an injunction blocking a Bureau of Prisons policy that restricts gender-affirming care for transgender inmates. International Business Times UK · Sep 29
New York Times executive killed in California parking lot; in-laws arrested Jonathan McKinsey was shot and killed by his elderly in-laws at a sports complex in California. Police arrested the suspects, Shouyong Zhang and Shili Chen, near the crime scene shortly after the incident. McKinsey's transgender identity allegedly contributed to a family conflict and legal disputes with his wife, Candice Jang.… The Times of India · Sep 29
Trump administration asks Supreme Court to allow transgender medical care restrictions in prison The Trump administration is asking the Supreme Court to allow restrictions on gender-affirming care in prisons for now The Independent UK · Sep 28
Federal Judge Questions the Trump Administration Policy Blocking Transgender Patients From HIV Care A federal judge in Boston questioned Trump administration restrictions on Ryan White HIV funding affecting transgender patients during a Sept. 23 bench trial as the case remains pending. International Business Times UK · Sep 26
NYC Priest Heavily Criticised for Outlandish Sermon Asserting That 'God Is Nonbinary' and 'God Is Trans' A March sermon in which Episcopal priest Flourish Klink described God as trans drew fresh criticism in September; the full text reveals the context of their interpretation. International Business Times UK · Sep 25
NYC Episcopal priest sparks backlash after claiming God is nonbinary and Jesus 'transitioned' after resurrection A New York City Episcopal priest has sparked a debate after claiming that God is nonbinary and suggesting that Jesus Christ was transgender. The Times of India · Sep 25
Who Is Rev Flourish Klink? The New York Episcopal Priest Behind the Sermon Jesus 'Transitioned' After the Resurrection Who is Rev Flourish Klink? The Manhattan Episcopal priest behind a March 21 cathedral homily linking the Resurrection to a personal interpretation of gender and identity. International Business Times UK · Sep 24
As GOP revives anti-trans playbook, Dems try to turn the page Republicans are returning to a familiar 2024 playbook in the final weeks before the midterms, stoking fears about transgender people in sports, schools and beyond. But this time, Democrats are striking back. Some candidates running in red states have tried to distance themselves from their party’s commitment to transgender rights.… Roll Call · Sep 24
US midterm elections: 9 key issues that could shape the November polls What issues are likely to shape the US midterm elections? Voters heading into the 2026 US midterm elections are particularly concerned about the economy and cost of living. Economic issues are widely affecting voter's perceptions and decisions, especially in rural communities. While immigration and healthcare remain important topics in the… The Economic Times · Sep 24
Delhi Cabinet clears DURGA e-auto scheme for women, transgender persons Delhi Cabinet approved the DURGA e-auto scheme, under which 1,300 pink electric autos will be allocated to women and transgender persons to promote self-employment and cleaner transport. It also launched the Delhi PM Surya Ghar portal for rooftop solar registrations. The Economic Times · Sep 24
How to Find Respectful And Safe Trans Dating Online Not everyone finds it easy or safe to pursue traditional dating. If you are a member of the transgender community, you might not live in a space where you can live openly, let alone where you can go to the local singles bar to pursue potential dates. inkl · Sep 22
The Independent UK · Sep 22 What the Trump administration’s hospital settlements mean for the future of trans youth care At least six hospitals have reached agreements with President Donald Trump's administration to stop offering gender-affirming treatment for transgender minors
The Guardian - UK · Sep 21 Lib Dems reject ‘discriminatory and unworkable’ EHRC guidance on transgender people Motion passed at party conference calls for new approach to implementing ruling that legal definition of a woman is based on biological sex only
Newslaundry · Sep 21 The science on trans athletes is inconclusive. Cricket’s prejudice isn’t If cricket fans across the eras are to be believed, the game has always been on the brink of extinction. The game should have died yesterday; somehow it survived today, but tomorrow it will definitely slip into oblivion. The unintended consequence of this perpetual mode of apprehension is that on…
Reason · Sep 18 UC Ban on "Intentional or Repeated Use of a Name or Pronoun Inconsistent with the Individual's Gender Identity" … likely violates First Amendment, federal judge holds (and issues a preliminary injunction).
International Business Times UK · Sep 17 Dwyane Wade Says He Stopped Laughing at 'Toxic' NBA Locker-Room Jokes Before Daughter Zaya Came Out Dwyane Wade said supporting daughter Zaya before she publicly came out as transgender changed how he responded to jokes and language in NBA locker rooms, including conversations with Udonis Haslem.
International Business Times UK · Sep 16 Transgender Policewoman Accused of Raping Teenager and Holding Child Abuse Images Appears in Court Trial A former German police officer is accused of raping a 14-year-old girl and possessing child abuse material. She reportedly admitted most charges as proceedings began in Traunstein.
AAP · Sep 16 Payout for dead-named transgender health employee A transgender health worker has been awarded compensation after being forced to reveal his obviously female birth names in a recruitment process.
International Business Times UK · Sep 14 Musk-Backed America PAC Runs Anti-Trans Ads Targeting Democrats in Competitive Senate Midterm Races America PAC, backed by Elon Musk, has launched anti-transgender adverts against four Democratic Senate candidates, prompting scrutiny over political claims, targeting and possible AI imagery.
The Independent UK · Sep 12 Trans congresswoman tells youth not to lose hope over Republican attacks IN FULL
The Independent UK · Sep 12 First openly trans congresswoman tells trans youth not to give up hope amid GOP onslaught McBride’s words come as Republicans continue to attack Democrats when it comes to transgender athletes in women’s sports
International Business Times UK · Sep 10 MAGA Pastor Urges Voters to Stop 'Uncircumcised' People From Stealing a Jesus-Dedicated Nation MAGA pastor Hank Kunneman urged voters to oppose 'uncircumcised' outsiders, targeting transgender people and Islam, framing political participation as a religious duty ahead of the midterm elections.