Category: Around the World
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has signalled his support for the UK Supreme Court’s recent ruling, which clarifies that under the 2010 Equality Act, the term “woman” refers specifically to biological women. The ruling has significant implications for the rights of transgender people and how public bodies interpret single-sex spaces. Asked by BBC News whether […]
A leaked draft budget has revealed that the Trump administration intends to cut federal funding for mental health support programs tailored to LGBTQ+ youth, including a complete withdrawal of funding for the LGBTQ+ Youth Specialised Services offered through the 988 Crisis & Support Lifeline from October. First reported by The Washington Post, Initial media coverage primarily […]
Manchester City footballer Kerstin Casparij made a bold and emotional gesture in support of the transgender community, dedicating her goal to trans rights by kissing a wristband in the colours of the trans flag during a recent match. The moment occurred on Sunday, 20 April, during Manchester City’s clash with Everton. Casparij, 24, scored her […]
In a significant legal development, U.S. District Judge Julia E. Kobick has issued a partial preliminary injunction halting the enforcement of a Trump-era executive order that blocks transgender people from updating the gender markers on their passports. The ruling applies to six out of seven transgender and nonbinary plaintiffs involved in a lawsuit led by […]
With the announcement of Pope Francis’ death, many are reflecting on his legacy, especially his unprecedented engagement with LGBTQ+ Catholics. In a historic shift, Francis’ 12-year leadership of the Roman Catholic Church has seen a marked departure from the often harsh rhetoric of past papacies. His now-famous remark, “Who am I to judge?”—spoken in response […]
Activists have delivered a stark warning to the US government: without the full restoration of the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), lives will be lost. On Thursday (17 April), around 30 HIV advocates staged a powerful protest in Washington D.C., marching from the National Academy of Sciences to the gates of the US […]
US Vice President JD Vance has reportedly suggested that the UK must weaken its LGBTQ+ hate speech laws in order to secure a trade agreement with the United States. Speaking to UnHerd, Vance indicated that a deal was within reach, saying there’s a “good chance” of finalising a trade agreement that serves the interests of […]
The Trump administration has unveiled a new whistleblower portal, branded by critics as a “snitch line,” enabling individuals to report instances of transgender minors receiving gender-affirming care. The action comes as part of the administration’s enforcement of the executive order titled Protecting Children From Chemical and Surgical Mutilation. In a coordinated move this week, the […]