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British musician Ed Sheeran is facing opposition from the Malaysian Islamist party Parti Islam Se-Malaysia (PAS) and the Penang mufti over his upcoming concert in Kuala Lumpur, due to his support for LGBTQ+ rights. The concert, scheduled for February 24 at the Bukit Jalil National Stadium, has sparked calls for cancellation, mirroring previous attempts by […]
Peter Spooner, the father of Brianna Ghey, a transgender teenager tragically murdered last year, has called for an apology from Prime Minister Rishi Sunak following a controversial comment made during a session of Prime Minister’s Questions. The comment, perceived as a jibe about trans women while Ghey’s mother was present in the chamber, has sparked […]
Tri-Nations Party featured DJ sets from Australia’s DJ Galleon, Auckland’s James Leuii and URGE Event’s own Everett Wayne. One of the biggest parties of Bear NZ Week 2024! Photos | Jasmin Sheikh. Saturday 3 February Phoenix, Level 1, 258 K Road.
Take That, the celebrated trio of Gary Barlow, Mark Owen, and Howard Donald, have thrilled fans with the announcement of their “This Life On Tour,” marking their grand return to New Zealand in November 2024. The tour, which will be their first in the region since 2017, promises an extensive seven-date itinerary across New Zealand […]
The New Zealand Blood Service has confirmed that it is currently reassessing its contentious regulations that have seen the majority of gay and bisexual men (MSM) banned from donating blood. The rule has been widely criticised as outdated and discriminatory, prohibits gay and bisexual men (or Men who have sex with men – MSM) from […]
After a four-year hiatus, the Mumbai Pride March made its much-awaited return to the city on February 3rd. The event saw participants marching through Gamdevi in South Mumbai, rallying for the recognition and advancement of queer rights in India. The parade, as reported by Free Press Journal, anticipated the attendance of about 1,000 individuals. This […]
Recent reports out of Estonia have surfaced, marking the first public enforcement of Russia’s Supreme Court decision that categorises LGBTQ+ activism as extremist, resulting in penalties against individuals for displaying rainbow symbols. This legal action aligns with Russia’s ongoing efforts to suppress LGBTQ+ expressions, underlining the government’s commitment to promoting “traditional family values” during President […]
Florida Congressman Greg Steube and Alabama Senator Tommy Tuberville have unveiled a new bill aiming to ban transgender women from participating in any sports team recognised by the US Olympic Committee, potentially impacting amateur competitions as well. Titled the Protection of Women in Olympic and Amateur Sports Act, the legislation is reportedly in response to […]