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Chinese company's 'coming-out kit' to help LGBTQ community
In the lives of queer individuals, accepting their sexuality in front of their families and loved ones is one of the most emotional and difficult…
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Chase Strangio makes history as first openly transgender lawyer to face US supreme court
Chase Strangio, who joined the ACLU in 2013, is the co-director of its LGBTQ & HIV Project, helping the organisation oppose state laws targeting transgender people, including 12 legal…
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US Elections 2024: Where do Kamala Harris, Donald Trump, Tim Walz and JD Vance stand on LGBTQIA+ rights?
Here’s a guide to help you understand what Harris, Trump and their parties have said about queer rights in the country
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Italy makes it illegal for couples to seek surrogacy overseas; critics say govt lashing out at LGBTQ people
The legislation extends a surrogacy ban already in place in Italy since 2004 to those who go to countries such as the United States or Canada, where it is legal, imposing jail terms of up to two…
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Bollywood wants to be queer but without making its audience uncomfortable
By boxing queer people into hetero-normative romances, the filmmakers, though with mostly good intentions, are doing what society has done for ages, trying to make a queer person ‘straight.’
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Virginia teacher fired for refusing to use transgender student's preferred pronouns awarded over $500,000
Under a settlement agreement, the West Point School Board will pay…
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Greece legalises gay marriage, becoming first Orthodox Christian country to allow same-sex unions
The decision to legalise same-sex marriage was supported by 176 out of 300 lawmakers in the parliament, while 76 voted against it
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Nepal's first lesbian couple formally registers marriage
This is the first instance of a lesbian couple in South Asia formally registering for marriage. Additionally, Nepal was the first nation in South Asia to formally recognise same-sex unions.
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India SC to look into plea of teacher fired by two private schools for being transgender
The two incidents took place at private schools in Jamanagar, Gujarat, and Kheri in Uttar Pradesh, where the services of a transgender teacher were immediately ended when they came to know about…
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Estonia: Starting New Year’s day, same-sex couples can now get legally married
Estonia legalises same-sex marriage on January 1, 2024, allowing any two consenting adults to marry, providing clarity and equal rights. The legislative change builds on existing civil partnership…
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Rewind 2023: Did the LGBTQ movement cross the line?
The LGBTQ movement is not new and has been around for decades. But over the years, there has been an attempt to impose the movement’s ideologies onto people, especially in the education system. …
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Landmark Vatican ruling approved by Pope Francis allows priests to bless same-sex couples
In a historic Vatican ruling, Pope Francis has allowed Roman Catholic priests to bless same-sex couples in individual cases, distinct from heterosexual marriage sacraments, aiming for a more…
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Russia: Security forces raid gay clubs and bars across Moscow
Police searched venues across Moscow, including a nightclub, a male sauna, and a bar that hosted LGBTQ+ parties, under the pretext of a drug raid, the news agency Associated Press reported citing…
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Billie Eilish says wasn't it obvious she likes women; confirms queer identity
Billie Eilish casually addresses unintentional coming-out moment and emphasises the insignificance of formal declarations.
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From protest to celebration: 2023 Delhi Queer Pride March spotlights Supreme Court same-sex marriage decision
In October, the Indian Supreme Court dashed the hopes of millions of LGBTQIA+ people and declined to legalise same-sex marriage in the country.
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Mystery surrounds death of Mexico's first non-binary magistrate Jesús Ociel Baena Saucedo
As per Mexico's Security Minister Rosa Icela Rodríguez, the cause of death of Jesús Ociel Baena Saucedo and his romantic partner remains unknown
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Lush Monsoon: We need authentic LGBTQIA+ representation in ent industry, ‘nuances beyond usual tropes’
"Growing up, I did not have any queer role models to look up to. All the queer characters were shown as either sad or suffering. I hope that through this series people get to experience our joy,…
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Rainbow Rishta review: Tinged with gloom, this docu-series is a candid exploration of queer emotions
Rainbow Rishta review: The title track "Nazaare" skillfully replaces the sombre spectres of queer prejudice with stylish lyrics. It strengthens the resilience and pride of those…
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Hungary dismisses museum director for exposing children to LGBT content
Laszlo Simon, the now-former director of the National Museum, was dismissed after the nation's far-right Mi Hazank (Our Homeland) party launched a government inquiry
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To marry or not to marry: An analysis of Indian Supreme Court's same-sex marriage judgment
The credit must go to Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud for the formulation of such a bench which was open to such vivid and diverse argumentation in the course of a hearing
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Same-sex marriage: Former SC judge Indu Malhotra explains why legislation is essential in India
Amid debates over the Supreme Court's rejection of legalisation of same-sex marriage, former judge Indu Malhotra emphasised that this cannot be achieved without legislation
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Exclusive | Filmmaker Onir on Supreme Court's same-sex marriage verdict: 'Extremely disappointed'
The decision made by a five-judge bench, which did not legalise marriage and put the entire matter in the hands of legislature, came as a huge setback for the entire queer community.…
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Exclusive | Supreme Court's verdict 'quashed the hopes of millions', say LGBT rights activists
On Tuesday, 17th October 2023, the Indian Supreme court announced a verdict on LGBT rights like marriage and adoption. The top court failed to recognise gay marriage and said that the decision…
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Rights groups cheer as Mauritius top court decriminalises same-sex relations
Jean-Daniel Wong, the manager of the Arc-en-Ciel Collective, the largest LGBT advocacy group in Mauritius, said the ruling was a huge relief.
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UK health secretary pushes against 'wokery', to ban transgender patients from female wards
Citing a 'source' close to the Health Secretary, the Telegraph reported that Barclay "is concerned that women’s voices should be heard on healthcare and that too often 'wokery' and ideological…
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World champion Marie Patouillet hopeful for more LGBTQIA+ acceptance in cycling
The 35-year-old Frenchwoman brought back two bronze medals from the 2020 Tokyo Paralympic Games on the track and she now looks set to take part in the Paris 2024 Olympics after claiming the…
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Republicans ban US' first openly transgender congresswoman from using women's restrooms in Capitol
Despite disagreeing with the restrictions, McBride stated she would comply. "Each of us were sent here because voters saw something in us that they value," McBride shared on social media
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Chase Strangio makes history as first openly transgender lawyer to face US supreme court
Chase Strangio, who joined the ACLU in 2013, is the co-director of its LGBTQ & HIV Project, helping the organisation oppose state laws targeting transgender people, including 12 legal…
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US Elections 2024: Where do Kamala Harris, Donald Trump, Tim Walz and JD Vance stand on LGBTQIA+ rights?
Here’s a guide to help you understand what Harris, Trump and their parties have said about queer rights in the country
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Italy makes it illegal for couples to seek surrogacy overseas; critics say govt lashing out at LGBTQ people
The legislation extends a surrogacy ban already in place in Italy since 2004 to those who go to countries such as the United States or Canada, where it is legal, imposing jail terms of up to two…
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Bollywood wants to be queer but without making its audience uncomfortable
By boxing queer people into hetero-normative romances, the filmmakers, though with mostly good intentions, are doing what society has done for ages, trying to make a queer person ‘straight.’
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Virginia teacher fired for refusing to use transgender student's preferred pronouns awarded over $500,000
Under a settlement agreement, the West Point School Board will pay…
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Georgia enacts controversial 'family values' bill curbing LGBT rights ahead of elections
Lawmakers from the ruling Georgian Dream party last month approved the bill, which bans gender transitions and could outlaw pride marches and displays of the LGBT rainbow flag. The party says the…
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Australia to include questions on sexual orientation and gender in 2026 census: 'You matter'
Australian Treasurer Jim Chalmers said on Sunday (Sep 8) that the upcoming 2026 census would include questions on sexual orientation and gender
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RBI gives banking rights to its queer citizens. Community awaits on-ground changes
India has given its queer citizens the right to name their partners as nominees and open joint bank account. The community has seen this as a massive win but still awaits on-ground changes.
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Roxanne Tickle wins landmark 'who is a woman' case in Australia after being booted out of app
Roxanne Tickle, a transgender person who identifies as a woman, has won a landmark case in Australia that looked into the question, 'who is a woman'. Tickle had taken to court the Giggle app and…
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'Gay' penguin Sphen dies: His partner began to sing, and birds in the aquarium followed suit
Sphen, the iconic 'gay' penguin who adopted, incubated and raised chicks with his partner Magic, has died in a Sydney aquarium. Tributes poured in, starting from the aquarium itself, where Magic…
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Bulgaria passes controversial law banning LGBTQ ‘propaganda’ in schools
The new law was proposed by the pro-Russian Vazrazhdane party. Passed by a huge majority of 159 votes being cast in favour, 22 against, and 12 abstentions, the law prohibits the "propaganda,…
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Japanese LGBTQ couples opting for ‘photo weddings’ amid same-sex marriage ban
Japan is the only G7 nation that does not recognise same-sex marriage or provide legal protection to LGBTQ individuals, despite public support and court rulings against this stance.
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Historic win for LGBTQ rights: Thailand becomes first Southeast Asian country to legalise same-sex marriage
The upper house of the Thai Senate overwhelmingly voted for amendments to the law governing marriage to allow couples of the same sex to marry legally. While 130 legislators voted in favour, only…
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Pride Month Explained: How it started, why it's observed in June, and what challenges does the community face?
Pride Month 2024: A total of 64 countries still criminalise homosexuality, and 12 countries have the death penalty as the punishment for consensual same-sex sexual activity.
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US, UK condemn bill criminalising same-sex relationships in Iraq
British Foreign Secretary David Cameron said that the new law was extremely dangerous and worrying, calling for the government to "uphold human rights and freedoms of all people without…
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Ugandan court upholds harsh anti-LGBTQ law but says some rights infringed
Activists say the law has unleashed a torrent of abuse against LGBTQ people, including torture, rape, arrest and eviction.
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Wisconsin governor blocks bill banning transgender athletes in schools
In his veto message, Evers reaffirmed his commitment to protest any legislation "that makes Wisconsin a less safe, less inclusive, and less welcoming place for LGBTQ people and kids"
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Florida's 'don't say gay' settlement: Teachers, students free to discuss LGBTQ+ issues openly
This settlement, which is widely being celebrated by rights groups, comes as a win for LGBTQ+ individuals and families who previously had been silenced by the controversial legislation introduced…
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Ghana’s parliament passes bill to expand crackdown on LGBTQ+ rights
The bill, which has been widely condemned by rights activists, still needs to be signed by the president before it becomes law.
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From protest to celebration: 2023 Delhi Queer Pride March spotlights Supreme Court same-sex marriage decision
In October, the Indian Supreme Court dashed the hopes of millions of LGBTQIA+ people and declined to legalise same-sex marriage in the country.
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Ready, try to stay steady, go! Men in high heels race at Madrid Pride
MADO (Madrid Pride) is a series of street celebrations that take place during the city´s LGBTIQ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex and queer) Pride week.
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In Pics | Rainbows dominate as White House celebrates Pride Month
The White House hosted the largest-ever pride event on Saturday. The celebration was aimed at showing support for the LGBTQ+ community by the administration of President Joe Biden.
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Celebrating Pride month! 9 best animated LGBTQ+ movies you should watch next
Queer representation in animation has been growing over for the past few years, but it’s not nearly as accepted as it was hoped to be.
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In Pics | Tens of thousands march in Israel's Tel Aviv Pride parade
Around 150,000 people took part in the Pride parade in Tel Aviv on Thursday, June 8. People danced and sang as they marched through the streets of Tel Aviv on Thursday.
10 must watch underrated queer films this Pride month
The west has been making queer-themed films for a while. Many of them have been well-received and celebrated for speaking an unique voice.
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'He said, she said': Outlandish arguments, groundbreaking statements from India's same-sex marriage trial
India is currently undergoing a historical debate on same-sex marriage, with a landmark trial marked with a range of comments and statements from various individuals and groups, some outlandish, ot
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Progressive or regressive: Was 2022 a good year for the LGBTQIA+ community? Here's the year in review
The year 2022 has been a mixed one for the LGBTIA+ community, with many highs and lows. Even as the world moves towards a more progressive and inclusive road, this year saw some major setbacks.
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Old-school Japan's progressive Tokyo: City recognises same sex relationships
As a long-awaited step in a nation lacking marriage equality, Tokyo on Tuesday started awarding partnership certificates to same-sex couples who reside and work in the city.
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'Love is love': Countries where same-sex marriage and surrogacy is legal
Cubans have voted overwhelmingly to legalise same-sex marriage, making the country the 33rd to stop defining marriage as being exclusively between a man and a woman.
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London marks 50 years of Pride - see pics
London on Saturday celebrated the 50th anniversary of its first Pride parade with rainbow flags, hula hoops and headdresses on full display, marking half a century of progress in the fight for equa
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In pics: Death and despair as gunman opens fire at Oslo gay bar on Pride parade day
Terrified revellers at a gay bar in Oslo hid in a basement and desperately called loved ones as a gunman went on the rampage, killing two people and injuring more than 20 on the day the city was du
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Pride Month: LGBTQIA+ icons, trailblazers you need to know
June is Pride Month and we're here with a few LGBTQIA+ community icons that have paved the way for this pride movement.
Let's take a look:
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Ariana Grande to Chris Evans: Stars who proudly show support & love to their LGBTQ+ family
Accepting their gender orientation and sexuality can be an uphill task for anyone.
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Thousands march under pride flag in Nepal after three-year pandemic interlude - see pics
The annual Pride parade is back on the streets of Nepal’s capital after a three year pandemic interlude.
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In Pics | #PrideMonth: The many flags and colours of the LGBTQIA+ movement
When you think of the LGBTQIA+ community, what colours/flags come to mind? Surely, you've conjured up images of the classic rainbow flag.
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WION Dispatch: #Loveislove: Miss Argentina and Miss Puerto Rico get married
The two beauty queens who represented Argentina and Puerto Rico are now married. Mariana Varela and Fabiola Valentín, who won Miss Argentina and Miss Puerto Rico respectively in 2020, tied the knot secretly last month on October 30. Read Article →
