Category: Around the World
The Georgian Parliament has pushed through a deeply controversial anti-LGBTQ+ legislative package, drawing widespread condemnation both domestically and internationally. In its third hearing, the bill passed with 84 votes in favour and none against, a stark outcome reflecting the absence of opposition MPs, who boycotted the session in protest. The legislative package, which includes a […]
A group of Cardinals in Rome attending the Synod on Synodality have also participated in an event to hear testimonials from “LGBTQ Catholics.” The event, hosted by Fr. James Martin S.J. and his Outreach group, was titled “What is the experience of LGBTQ Catholics?” It gave same-sex married Catholics a platform to share their life […]
A recent study led by University College Dublin (UCD) has raised concerns over a surge in anti-LGBTQ+ violence and rhetoric across Ireland. The research highlights a marked rise in both physical and digital attacks, with LGBTQ+ individuals being targeted in person, facing threats of harm as they commute or leave events, and encountering a disturbing […]
The AFL Women’s (AFLW) Pride Round has once again delivered a vibrant celebration of inclusivity, with all 18 elite women’s Aussie rules football teams donning rainbow kits and participating in events supporting the LGBTQ+ community. While the AFLW continues to set a standard for diversity and acceptance, some fans of the men’s game remain at […]
Russian authorities have detained a medical professional on charges of “Satanism” and “promoting same-sex relationships” as Moscow intensifies its legal crackdown on LGBTQ+ rights under the banner of protecting “traditional family values.” Moscow has long fostered a hostile environment for LGBTQ+ individuals, a situation that has escalated significantly since Russia’s military actions in Ukraine began […]
Corey DeAngelis, an anti-LGBTQ+ activist and senior fellow at the American Federation for Children, has acknowledged making “mistakes” in his life following allegations that he appeared in gay porn videos. DeAngelis was reportedly placed on leave after claims surfaced that he starred in adult films on the site GayHoopla under the alias “Seth Rose,” including […]
New research has highlighted that so-called “conversion therapy” or “conversion practices” are not only ineffective at changing a person’s sexual orientation or gender identity but are also strongly associated with increased mental health issues in LGBTQ+ individuals. The study, which surveyed over 4,400 LGBTQ+ Americans, found that those subjected to these harmful interventions showed significantly […]
An anti-LGBTQ+ author and activist has been suspended from a conservative organisation following allegations that he appeared in gay pornography. The American Federation for Children announced that Corey DeAngelis has been placed on leave after accusations emerged that he featured in videos on the adult film site GayHoopla under the alias “Seth Rose,” including a […]