Category: News
Muhsin Hendricks, known as the world’s first openly gay imam—a Muslim cleric who leads prayers and provides spiritual guidance—has been shot dead in South Africa. The 57-year-old cleric, who founded an inclusive mosque in Cape Town, was killed on Saturday morning in what police are investigating as a possible hate crime. Hendricks was travelling near […]
🌈 Radiance, Pride, and Pure Joy! 🌈 The 2025 Auckland Rainbow Parade lit up Ponsonby Road on Saturday, 15 February, in a spectacular celebration of love, diversity, and unity. Dazzling floats, vibrant costumes, and joyous faces filled the day with colour and energy as the community came together to march, dance, and shine brighter than […]
Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland is a city bursting with pride all year round, but this month brings an extra splash of colour and celebration as Pride Month takes centre stage. From the iconic Rainbow Parade to vibrant community events, the city radiates inclusivity and joy. Once you’ve soaked up the jam-packed Auckland Pride schedule, there’s still […]
A trans woman has spoken out against “gender-critical” protesters after being injured during a counter-protest in Nottingham on Saturday, 8 February 2025. The counter-protest, organised by Nottingham Against Transphobia (NAT), was held in response to a rally led by anti-trans activist Kellie-Jay Keen-Minshull, known as Posie Parker, and her group ‘Let Women Speak’. Keen-Minshull, known […]
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has criticised Destiny Church members for going “too far” during disruptive protests at Pride events in Auckland on 15 February 2025. The protests targeted a children’s science show hosted by a drag artist at the Te Atatū Community Centre and the Auckland Rainbow Parade. The demonstration at Te Atatū turned violent, […]
With Destiny Church under heightened legal scrutiny, Craig Young believes it is only a matter of time before history repeats itself. The recent violent protest at Te Atatū Library, followed by arrests, has placed Destiny Church under legal scrutiny. NZ Police Inspector Simon Walker warned the sect that it could face further legal consequences if […]
Organisers of Auckland’s Rainbow events are urging the community to stay vigilant after groups linked to Destiny Church violently disrupted a children’s event and the Rainbow Parade. Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown condemned the disruptions, calling them “totally unacceptable” and reaffirming the city’s commitment to diversity. Labour leader Chris Hipkins also criticised Destiny Church leader Brian […]
The Auckland Rainbow Parade is just one sleep away! – Tomorrow, Ponsonby Road will come alive with a dazzling celebration of colour, pride, and inclusivity at the Auckland Rainbow Parade 2025. Expect a spectacular evening filled with vibrant floats, lively performances, and electric energy as we honour love, diversity, and our incredible Rainbow communities. Whether […]