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Protesters block Budapest bridges over LGBTQ+ event ban Protesters block Budapest bridges over LGBTQ+ event ban A new law banning LGBTQ+ Pride events and restricting assembly sparked protests in the Hungarian capital, Budapest, with critics condemning.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:00Published 1 week ago

Demonstrators block traffic in Budapest in opposition to new law banning LGBTQ+ Pride events Demonstrators block traffic in Budapest in opposition to new law banning LGBTQ+ Pride events The protest was the second in as many weeks since the ruling Fidesz party of Hungary used its two-thirds.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:23Published 1 week ago

Hungary LGBTQ Law 2025: UN Urges Repeal Of Pride Event Ban, Warns Of Human Rights Violations Hungary LGBTQ law 2025 has sparked international backlash, with the UN urging its repeal. The new law bans pride events and allows authorities to fine attendees using Facial recognition. Hungary’s.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:10Published 2 weeks ago

Hungary LGTQ Ban: Parliament Votes To Ban Pride Events As Opposition Ignites Smoke Bombs In Protest Hungary LGBTQ ban passed as parliament votes to outlaw pride events nationwide. Opposition lawmakers set off smoke bombs in protest, but the law passed 136-27. It expands restrictions on LGBTQ content.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:32Published 2 weeks ago

Thousands protest in Argentina against President Milei's controversial statements Protesters in Argentina denounced President Javier Milei's controversial remarks against feminism and LGBTQ+ rights, calling them 'cancers to be eradicated.' Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:00Published on February 3, 2025

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The 1975 cancel Indonesia, Taiwan shows after Malaysia LGBT controversy The 1975 have said they have cancelled shows in Taiwan and Indonesia - a day after Malaysia banned it from performing there after its frontman kissed a male bandmate on stage and criticised the.. Sky News - Published on July 23, 2023
The 1975 banned from performing in Malaysia after Matt Healy kisses male bandmate on stage A three-day music festival in Malaysia has been cancelled by the authorities after the frontman of The 1975 kissed a male bandmate on stage - and criticised the country's anti-LGBT laws. Sky News - Published on July 22, 2023
'Lower the temperature': Stonewall chair calls for end to 'megaphone diplomacy' around trans rights debate Those on either side of the transgender rights debate need to "lower the temperature" and end "megaphone diplomacy", the chair of the LGBTQ+ charity Stonewall has said. Sky News - Published on July 20, 2023

LGBT fans 'beyond disappointed' over Jordan Henderson's potential Saudi move Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson will be sold to Saudi Arabian side Al Ettifaq in a deal worth £12m. Sky News - Published on July 19, 2023
Sunak apologises to LGBT veterans for armed forces ban Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has apologised for the UK's historical treatment of LGBT veterans who were sacked or forced out of the military. Sky News - Published on July 19, 2023
Watchmaker sues Malaysian government for seizing rainbow Pride watches Swiss watchmaker Swatch is suing the Malaysian government for confiscating rainbow-coloured watches that celebrate LGBTQ rights. Sky News - Published on July 18, 2023

Charles Barkley Supports LGBTQ+ Community, Bud Light W/ Powerful 'F*** You' Speech Charles Barkley just threw all of his support behind the LGBTQ+ community and Bud Light while out in Lake Tahoe this week ... telling the haters to piss off during a powerful speech at a local bar... TMZ.com - Published on July 16, 2023
Japanese TV personality found dead at agent's office aged 27 Japanese TV personality, model and LGBT influencer Ryuchell has been found dead by their manager at their agency's offices. Sky News - Published on July 13, 2023
Dog the Bounty Hunter's Homophobic Rant, 'We Don't Need No More Sissy Men' Dog the Bounty Hunter went on a homophobic rant -- that was fire, brimstone and very revealing. The former reality TV star was interviewed Tuesday with his wife, Francie, talking about faith and.. TMZ.com - Published on July 11, 2023
Anti-LGBT mob storms pride event in Georgia A mob of up 2,000 anti-LGBT+ protesters stormed a pride event in the Georgian capital of Tbilisi on Saturday, setting fires, scuffling with police and destroying rainbow flags. Sky News - Published on July 8, 2023

'Sopranos' Star Michael Imperioli Slams SCOTUS LGBTQ+ Decision Michael Imperioli isn't happy with the Supreme Court's decision in further allowing business owners to turn away customers from the LGBTQ+ community ... making his outrage clear. The former "Sopranos".. TMZ.com - Published on July 2, 2023
'Monster' who murdered five people at LGBT+ nightclub jailed for life The "monster" who opened fire at an LGBT+ nightclub in Colorado last November, killing five people, has been sentenced to life in prison. Sky News - Published on June 26, 2023
Dodgers Pride Night Event Turns into Massive Protest, Religion v. Drag Group True to their word, Catholic groups in the thousands rallied outside Dodger Stadium -- even blocking parking lot entrances -- due to the team's Pride Night plans to honor an LGBTQ group that satirizes.. TMZ.com - Published on June 17, 2023	Take That star dropped from Pride event after 'anti LGBTQ+' Twitter likes Take That star Howard Donald has been dropped as one of the headline acts at Groovebox's Pride Festival after it came to light he'd liked a number of tweets that were critical of trans people. Sky News - Published on June 17, 2023
Justin Bieber's Dad, Jeremy, Attempts to Clarify Anti-LGBT Comment Someone might wanna take Justin Bieber's dad's phone -- he's attempting to clear up his previous anti-LGBTQ comment, claiming he's misunderstood ... and really is just making things worse. Jeremy.. TMZ.com - Published on June 9, 2023	Massive Brawl Breaks Out As CA School District Votes On Pride-Inclusive Curriculum A massive group of parents broke out into an all-out brawl as a California school board met about the inclusion of LGBTQ+ topics in classes ... with folks on both sides of the argument getting into it.. TMZ.com - Published on June 7, 2023
How Kenworthy’s coming out inspired a generation Gus Kenworthy, the Winter Olympic freestyle skier turned actor and Youtuber, talks kisses, coming out and inspiring a generation of LGBTQ+ sports stars to be their authentic selves. BBC Sport - Published on June 7, 2023	First LGBT couple to read CBeebies bedtime story England cricketers Nat and Katherine Sciver-Brunt will read about an emotional sloth. BBC Sport - Published on June 5, 2023
'The most humiliating time of my life': Veterans sacked during army 'gay ban' tell PM to say sorry LGBTQ+ veterans are demanding compensation and an apology from the prime minister for how they were treated in the armed services during the so-called "gay ban". Sky News - Published on June 2, 2023	Tennessee Pride Event Faces Threats From Aryan Nations Ahead Of Festival, Up Security A Pride event in Tennessee is facing the reality of heightened threats and tension toward the LGBTQ community this year, beefing up security after warnings from the Aryan Nations. Memphis is hosting.. TMZ.com - Published on June 2, 2023
Thousands march in Jerusalem Pride parade 'in struggle for LGBTQ rights and democracy' Thousands joined a pride parade in Jerusalem for the first time under the country's new right-wing government, to celebrate love in all forms and to fight for human rights. Sky News - Published on June 2, 2023	Coco Montrese Rips Biden Admin. Over Canceled Drag Show on Air Force Base The scheduled headliner for a drag show on a U.S. Air Force base is ripping President Biden's administration for scrapping this year's event, saying it doesn't line up with the White House's supposed.. TMZ.com - Published on June 1, 2023
New anti-LGBTQ+ law with powers to 'kill' defended by Uganda's president Uganda has passed one of the world's harshest anti-LGBTQ+ laws in order to punish what the country's president calls "disorientated" members of the community who try to "recruit" others. Sky News - Published on June 1, 2023	Target removes LGBTQ products after customer backlash US retailer Target is removing some items from its LGBTQ Pride collection after facing a backlash from customers. Sky News - Published on May 24, 2023
Dwyane Wade Says He Moved Family Out Of FL Over LGBTQ Policies Dwyane Wade, dad to a transgender daughter, says he's no longer living in Florida despite being a legend in the state, thanks to what he believes are restrictive policies infringing on the rights of.. TMZ.com - Published on April 26, 2023	Over 400 parents urge SC to grant right to marry to their LGBTQIA+ children IndiaTimes - Published on April 25, 2023
Group of over 400 parents of LGBTQIA++ writes to CJI, seeks marriage equality for their wards A group of over 400 parents has written to Chief Justice of India (CJI) D Y Chandrachud, heading a bench hearing the pleas seeking legal sanction for same-sex marriage, urging that their LGBTQIA++.. IndiaTimes - Published on April 25, 2023	Dogs line the street for Paul O'Grady's funeral procession Dogs and their owners lined the streets for the funeral procession of Paul O'Grady - TV star, LGBTQ campaigner and animal lover. Sky News - Published on April 20, 2023
LGBTQI+ community face bias across nations due to sexual orientation, gender identity: UNDP Report IndiaTimes - Published on April 20, 2023	LGBTQI+ people face bias across nations, points out UN report IndiaTimes - Published on April 19, 2023
Petitioners seek all rights flowing out of marriage Finding the bench of CJI DY Chandrachud and Justices SK Kaul, SR Bhat, Hima Kohli and PS Narasimha receptive to the argument that LGBTQIA+ community members were part of society and must enjoy equal.. IndiaTimes - Published on April 19, 2023	‘On civil rights, LGBTQA persons can’t be discriminated against’ IndiaTimes - Published on April 9, 2023
Psychiatrists back LGBTQA marriage & adoption rights IndiaTimes - Published on April 9, 2023	Paul O'Grady gets raucous tribute from cabaret club where he rose to fame Paul O'Grady has been remembered as "one of the greatest drag artists the UK has ever seen" at the LGBTQ+ cabaret club that helped him rise to fame as Lily Savage. Sky News - Published on March 30, 2023
'Last of Us' Actress Storm Reid Defends Show's LGBTQ-Inclusive Episodes "Last of Us" actor Storm Reid isn't letting a bunch of anti-LGBTQ+ internet trolls rain on her parade, telling us no matter how much they bash the show's inclusive episodes ... she knows it's important.. TMZ.com - Published on March 18, 2023	Lukas Gage Refuses to Identify Sexuality Amid Backlash for LGBTQ Roles Lukas Gage has made quite a name for himself in Hollywood -- carving out a career that, oftentimes, includes him playing LGBTQ+ characters ... even though he won't self-identify. The actor recently did.. TMZ.com - Published on March 12, 2023
Florida governor takes control of Disney's self-governing district in apparent LGBTQ+ bill retaliation Disney's self-governing district that it uses to run its Florida theme parks has been taken over by the state's governor, in an apparent punishment for its opposition to legislation about LGBTQ+.. Sky News - Published on February 27, 2023	West Ham providing 'safe space' in football West Ham United's LGBT+ supporters group Pride of Irons on providing a "safe space" in football and some of the challenges the community still faces. BBC Sport - Published on February 21, 2023
Ex-UFC Star Nate Marquardt Posts Anti-Gay Tweet, Ripped By Fans Former UFC star Nate Marquardt is in the crosshairs of the LGBTQ community ... after he tweeted an anti-gay response to a commercial that showed two men kissing. The 43-year-old, who famously knocked.. TMZ.com - Published on February 20, 2023	Gay Games returns in 2023 - and anyone can take part The quadrennial celebration of LGBTQ+ sport and culture, the Gay Games, returns for its 11th edition from 3-11 November after a 16-month delay caused by the coronavirus pandemic. BBC Sport - Published on February 13, 2023
Mathew Knowles Says Beyonce Tour Coming and Dubai Show United Cultures While Beyonce's concert in Dubai stirred outrage from some fans -- due to the country's anti-LGBTQ+ laws -- her pops looks at it differently, telling us his daughter has incredible power to bring.. TMZ.com - Published on January 24, 2023	Ts Madison Says Beyonce's Dubai Show Was for Fans, Defends Her as LGBTQ Ally Beyonce's weekend concert ruffled a few feathers in the LGBTQ+ community, but Ts Madison doesn't see anything wrong with her getting a fat check in Dubai ... because, first and foremost, she says Bey.. TMZ.com - Published on January 23, 2023
Church of England apologises for 'shameful' treatment of LGBTQI+ people The Church of England has formally apologised for its "shameful" treatment of LGBTQI+ people. Sky News - Published on January 20, 2023	Philadelphia Flyers' Ivan Provorov Boycotts Team's Pride Night Flyers defenseman Ivan Provorov refused to show up for his team's warmups on Tuesday night ... boycotting Philadelphia's decision to have its players wear rainbow-colored jerseys that supported the.. TMZ.com - Published on January 18, 2023
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat reveals how LGBTQ is connected to Mahabharata, says 'yeh LGBT ki samasya hai...' RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat recounted an instance from the Mahabharata in regard to the LGBTQ community, backing the rights of the community. DNA - Published on January 13, 2023

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The 1975 cancel Indonesia, Taiwan shows after Malaysia LGBT controversy

The 1975 banned from performing in Malaysia after Matt Healy kisses male bandmate on stage

'Lower the temperature': Stonewall chair calls for end to 'megaphone diplomacy' around trans rights debate

LGBT fans 'beyond disappointed' over Jordan Henderson's potential Saudi move

Sunak apologises to LGBT veterans for armed forces ban

Watchmaker sues Malaysian government for seizing rainbow Pride watches

Charles Barkley Supports LGBTQ+ Community, Bud Light W/ Powerful 'F*** You' Speech

Japanese TV personality found dead at agent's office aged 27

Dog the Bounty Hunter's Homophobic Rant, 'We Don't Need No More Sissy Men'

Anti-LGBT mob storms pride event in Georgia

'Sopranos' Star Michael Imperioli Slams SCOTUS LGBTQ+ Decision

'Monster' who murdered five people at LGBT+ nightclub jailed for life

Dodgers Pride Night Event Turns into Massive Protest, Religion v. Drag Group

Take That star dropped from Pride event after 'anti LGBTQ+' Twitter likes

Justin Bieber's Dad, Jeremy, Attempts to Clarify Anti-LGBT Comment

Massive Brawl Breaks Out As CA School District Votes On Pride-Inclusive Curriculum

How Kenworthy’s coming out inspired a generation

First LGBT couple to read CBeebies bedtime story

'The most humiliating time of my life': Veterans sacked during army 'gay ban' tell PM to say sorry

Tennessee Pride Event Faces Threats From Aryan Nations Ahead Of Festival, Up Security

Thousands march in Jerusalem Pride parade 'in struggle for LGBTQ rights and democracy'

Coco Montrese Rips Biden Admin. Over Canceled Drag Show on Air Force Base

New anti-LGBTQ+ law with powers to 'kill' defended by Uganda's president

Target removes LGBTQ products after customer backlash

Dwyane Wade Says He Moved Family Out Of FL Over LGBTQ Policies

Over 400 parents urge SC to grant right to marry to their LGBTQIA+ children

Group of over 400 parents of LGBTQIA++ writes to CJI, seeks marriage equality for their wards

Dogs line the street for Paul O'Grady's funeral procession

LGBTQI+ community face bias across nations due to sexual orientation, gender identity: UNDP Report

LGBTQI+ people face bias across nations, points out UN report

Petitioners seek all rights flowing out of marriage

‘On civil rights, LGBTQA persons can’t be discriminated against’

Psychiatrists back LGBTQA marriage & adoption rights

Paul O'Grady gets raucous tribute from cabaret club where he rose to fame

'Last of Us' Actress Storm Reid Defends Show's LGBTQ-Inclusive Episodes

Lukas Gage Refuses to Identify Sexuality Amid Backlash for LGBTQ Roles

Florida governor takes control of Disney's self-governing district in apparent LGBTQ+ bill retaliation

West Ham providing 'safe space' in football

Ex-UFC Star Nate Marquardt Posts Anti-Gay Tweet, Ripped By Fans

Gay Games returns in 2023 - and anyone can take part

Mathew Knowles Says Beyonce Tour Coming and Dubai Show United Cultures

Ts Madison Says Beyonce's Dubai Show Was for Fans, Defends Her as LGBTQ Ally

Church of England apologises for 'shameful' treatment of LGBTQI+ people

Philadelphia Flyers' Ivan Provorov Boycotts Team's Pride Night

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat reveals how LGBTQ is connected to Mahabharata, says 'yeh LGBT ki samasya hai...'