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The Australian State of New South Wales has unveiled new legislation aimed at strengthening hate crime protections for LGBTQIA+ communities, responding to a documented rise in targeted violence and harassment. The proposed reforms expand existing “post and boast” offences to include serious crimes such as assault and robbery. These offences relate to incidents where perpetrators […]
Transgender residents in Kansas are reportedly leaving the state in growing numbers after more than 1,700 driver’s licences were abruptly revoked under new legislation. The move follows the introduction of SB244, a sweeping and widely criticised law that restricts access to public toilets and locker rooms based on assigned sex at birth. The legislation also […]
A heterosexual man from Burley has spoken out about being forced out of the British Army at just 16 years old after being wrongly accused of being gay. Steven Waring, now 60, told the Lancashire Telegraph that he was called into his Commanding Officer’s office, where he was confronted with the question: “Why are you […]
US-based lobbyists who have previously labelled homosexuality a public health threat have reportedly advised Senegalese officials on strategies to advance stricter anti-LGBTQ+ legislation, following the country’s recent move to increase penalties for same-sex relations. Earlier this month, Senegal’s National Assembly drew international condemnation after passing a bill that doubles the maximum sentence for same-sex relationships. […]
An iconic chapter of Sydney’s LGBTQ+ nightlife has come to a close, with the Stonewall Hotel on Oxford Street entering administration after 28 years at the heart of the city’s queer community. Vanguard Insolvency was appointed as administrators on Friday, taking control of the venue’s financial affairs. In a statement shared with patrons, owner Craig […]
Nepal’s LGBTQ+ community is celebrating a historic milestone after Bhumika Shrestha was confirmed as the country’s first transgender lawmaker on 16 March. Nepal’s Election Commission announced Shrestha’s appointment as a proportional-representation MP for the Rastriya Swatantra Party, following the party’s recent parliamentary success. Shrestha identifies as “third gender”, a classification that has been legally recognised […]
A man in Seattle has been sentenced to seven years in prison following a violent hate crime attack against a transgender woman in the city’s University District. Andre Karlow was convicted on Friday (13 March) of second-degree assault and committing a hate crime in connection to the March 2025 attack on Andie Holcepl. Holcepl told […]
Christchurch Pride lifted the energy several notches this weekend as URGE arrived in Ōtautahi — and judging by the packed dancefloor at Exchange Christchurch, the city was absolutely ready for it. Taking place on Saturday night, 14 March, the long-running party series turned XCHC into a vibrant, multi-room hub of music, connection and unapologetic queer […]