Category: Around the World
The Queer Running Club (QRC), an LGBTQ+ running group in East London, is facing allegations of discrimination after barring Israeli photographer Omer Ga’ash from covering one of its events when he declined to confirm a “pro-Palestine” stance. Mr. Ga’ash, who had offered his services for free, expected credit for his work and future paid opportunities […]
The St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department has released a long-awaited report on the 2022 mass shooting at Central Visual and Performing Arts (CVPA) High School, revealing that the gunman had specifically targeted the LGBTQ+ community. The shooter, 19-year-old former student Orlando Harris, entered the school on October 24, 2022, fatally shooting teacher Jean Kuczka and […]
Thousands filled the streets of Taipei on Saturday for Taiwan Pride, one of Asia’s largest annual events celebrating inclusivity and gender equality. Many attendees dressed in colourful costumes, carrying flags and banners supporting LGBTQIA+ rights, and several had travelled from other Asian countries, including Vietnam, Hong Kong, and Japan, to join the festivities. Taiwan is […]
The streets of Sandton Central in Johannesburg came alive on Saturday as the city celebrated the 35th anniversary of Johannesburg Pride with a vibrant march. Initially launched in 1990 as a daring call for equality, the annual Pride parade has grown into a spirited celebration of identity, love, and freedom. This year’s march continued its […]
A Michigan man has been sentenced to nearly three years in federal prison for issuing multiple online death threats against LGBTQ+ individuals and his state Governor, Gretchen Whitmer. Randall Robert Berka II, aged 31, received a 32-month federal prison sentence on Thursday. The investigation, which began in 2023, was linked to his YouTube account “@killthefeds420.” […]
A recent study reveals that homophobic language is widespread among young children, with three-quarters of nine- to 11-year-olds reporting they’ve heard it. The research, conducted by the charity Just Like Us, surveyed over 31,000 pupils across the UK, including 4,307 primary school children. A significant 78% of primary pupils and 80% of secondary pupils said […]
Poland took a significant step towards legalising civil partnerships on Friday (18 October 2024) with the release of a draft law. Equality Minister Katarzyna Kotula described the event as a “historic day” in a country where LGBTQ+ rights have long been a source of deep division. The move follows the rise to power of Donald […]
Italy has introduced a law making it illegal for couples to travel abroad for surrogacy, extending the country’s existing ban on the practice domestically. The new law targets those who seek surrogacy in countries where it is legal, such as the US or Canada, with penalties of up to two years in prison and fines […]