LGBTQ

Nationalist, populist, far-right parties eye rising support across Europe
A backlash against immigration, LGBTQ rights, abortion and support for Ukraine is unfolding across the continent.
Published On 20 Sep 2023
How Georgia’s new surrogacy laws could impact foreigners
The Georgian government has proposed a ban to prevent foreign couples from accessing commercial surrogacy.
Published On 6 Sep 2023
Jordan Henderson defends move to Saudi Arabia after LGBTQ rights criticism
The England star, who has spoken out in support of LGBTQ rights, apologises for hurt caused by his move to Al Ettifaq.
Published On 5 Sep 2023
Canada warns LGBTQ travellers of risks in the US
Ottawa’s latest travel advisory advises LGBTQ travellers to check state laws amid ‘national emergency’ claims.
Published On 30 Aug 2023

Law passed in May has been condemned and described by UN experts as ‘an egregious violation of human rights’.

Arrests of gay people are common in Nigeria where gay marriage is punishable by up to 14 years in prison.

Several courts allow US state governments to enforce restrictions, with more rulings on the horizon.

Latex, sequins and glitter dazzled as competitors took to the catwalk for fiery dance-offs at Saigon’s first ‘ballroom’.

Recent arrest of 33 men increases criticism of President Nicolas Maduro’s overtures to anti-LGBTQ religious groups.

Kuwaiti ban comes as Lebanon’s culture minister asked authorities to censor film for ‘promoting homosexuality’.

US-based lender says controversial anti-gay law contradicts its values.

The head of the American Library Association discusses whether the ‘land of the free’ will remain so for readers.

Malaysia banned the British band after its lead singer kissed a bandmate on stage and criticised country’s LGBTQ laws.

Good Vibes festival organisers said 1975’s set was stopped due to ‘non-compliance with local performance guidelines’.

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