Category: News
Malaysia has blocked access to the dating apps Grindr and Blued, with authorities signalling they are considering further action against other LGBTQ+ platforms. Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil announced the move on 25 February, confirming the government is exploring additional measures to curb similar apps from operating within the country. “Control over applications on platforms such […]
In a move that has rung alarm bells among LGBTQIA+ advocates, House Republicans in the United States have introduced HR 7661, a sweeping federal proposal that critics say would effectively censor the existence of transgender people in public schools across the United States. The bill was introduced just hours after President Donald Trump delivered his […]
In the wake of a confronting investigation by the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) into a resurgence of IS-inspired violence targeting young gay and bisexual men in Sydney, Australia, NSW Premier Chris Minns has announced the government will move to introduce stronger hate crime laws. The two-year ABC investigation uncovered evidence of young LGBTQIA+ men being […]
A two-year investigation by the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) has revealed that LGBTQIA+ teenagers in Sydney were among the earliest victims of a resurgent Islamic State (IS) network — the same extremist movement that later produced the gunmen responsible for the Bondi terror attack. The ABC obtained deeply distressing footage and first-hand accounts showing alleged […]
An Idaho Republican has renewed efforts to challenge same-sex marriage protections in the United States, arguing the legal recognition of marriage equality threatens the stability of “society as a whole”. North Idaho GOP legislator Tony Wisniewski introduced a joint memorial on Monday (23 February), urging the United States Supreme Court to reconsider its landmark ruling […]
The Netherlands has appointed its first openly gay and youngest prime minister, with Rob Jetten officially sworn in on Monday, the 23rd of February 2026. The 38-year-old leader of Democrats 66 (D66) secured victory in October’s general election, unseating the far-right Freedom Party (PVV). His appointment marks a generational and symbolic shift in Dutch politics. […]
25,000+ turned out for Auckland’s 2026 Rainbow Parade, filling Ponsonby Rd in a vibrant show of colour and solidarity, making the Parade the largest event in the Auckland Pride calendar once again! Spectators arrived early, lining the barricades well before the 7.30pm start. Restaurant forecourts and business frontages along the central strip were packed, as […]
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer is preparing legislation that would formally authorise the display of Pride flags at national park sites, including Stonewall National Monument in New York City. Schumer unveiled his plans during a press conference at the monument on Sunday, announcing he is drafting the bill alongside fellow New York Democrats Senator Kirsten […]