Category: Around the World
In his ongoing bid to make the Catholic Church more inclusive, Pope Francis affirmed to a young transgender individual that they are loved by God just as they are. This statement, announced by the Vatican’s press office on Tuesday, echoes the Pontiff’s continued outreach towards the LGBTQ+ community. The dialogue was part of a podcast […]
The Good Vibes music festival in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, came to an abrupt halt on Saturday following a controversial on-stage incident where two UK band members of the same sex shared a kiss. The festival, a highly anticipated three-day event featuring major international bands, faced an unexpected cancellation after the frontman of British pop rock […]
In a groundbreaking move, Nepal’s Supreme Court Judge Til Prasad Shrestha has issued a historic order directing the government to officially recognise and immediately register same-sex marriages and other non-traditional heterosexual relationships. While the ruling is considered interim, it paves the way for the legislation to establish a new legal framework. This momentous decision marks […]
New data released at the 12th IAS Conference on HIV Science (IAS 2023) has revealed a remarkable 88% reduction in new HIV acquisitions in Inner Sydney, positioning the region as a potential candidate to become the world’s first locality to achieve the UN target of ending AIDS as a public health threat by 2030. The […]
UK Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak, has delivered a historic apology at the House of Commons, formally apologising to LGBTQ+ veterans who suffered abuse and mistreatment under the historical ‘gay ban’ enforced in the armed forces. The ‘gay ban,’ which was in place until 2000, prohibited LGBTQ+ individuals from openly serving in the military. Those who […]
Japan’s Supreme Court made a historic ruling on Tuesday, overturning a government agency’s decision to prohibit a transgender employee from using the women’s bathroom. This landmark decision marks the first time the country’s top court has addressed the rights of sexual minorities in the workplace, as reported by NHK, a public broadcaster in Japan. The […]
David Pressman, the openly gay US ambassador to Hungary, is making a powerful statement against homophobia by organising a grand Pride party at his official residence. Pressman revealed that the US embassy has been overwhelmed by the interest and support shown by LGBTQ+ families, who feel increasingly marginalised due to the anti-LGBTQ+ policies and rhetoric […]
Brighton, the popular UK seaside resort, experienced an extraordinary display of unity and celebration on Saturday, July 15th, as it hosted the 10th anniversary of Brighton Trans Pride, garnering the largest turnout ever seen. Despite initial concerns over extreme weather conditions, organisers originally anticipated between 5,000 and 10,000 attendees. However, the actual number surpassed expectations […]