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'Queering the Map' Offers A Glimpse of Gay Life in Gaza
A platform created in Canada allows glimpses into the lives of LGBTQ+ people around the world — including in Gaza, where gay people live cautiously in the best of times.
Asia's First Gay Games to Kick Off in Hong Kong, Fostering Hopes for Wider LGBTQ+ Inclusion
Set to begin on Friday, the first Gay Games in Asia are fostering hopes for wider LGBTQ+ inclusion in the regional financial hub, following recent court wins in favor of equality for same-sex couples and transgender people.
Hungary Bans Teenagers from Visiting World Press Photo Exhibition over Display of LGBTQ+ Images
People younger than 18 have been barred from visiting this year's World Press Photo exhibition in Budapest, after Hungary's right-wing populist government determined that some of its photos violate a contentious law restricting LGBTQ+ content.
Troy Michael Smith Crowned Mr. Gay World 2023
Guam's Troy Michael Smith was crowned Mr Gay World, with Australia's Dion Alexander as second runner-up and UK's David Allwood as first runner-up.
Pope's Meeting on Church Future Says it's 'Urgent' to Guarantee Governance Roles for Women, Mum on Welcoming LGBTQ+ Catholics
The meeting didn't take decisive action on that issue, and it backed off any specific calls for welcoming LGBTQ+ Catholics despite Pope Francis' repeated outreach to the gay community and willingness to consider blessing same-sex couples.
Nigerian Security Arrests 76 'Suspected' LGBTQ+ at Birthday Party, Alleged Gay Wedding
Nigeria's security forces, acting on a "tip," arrested 76 people "suspected" of being LGBTQ+ at a birthday party where a "gay wedding" was supposedly going to take place.
Japan's Top Court Strikes Down Required Sterilization Surgery to Officially Change Gender
Japan's Supreme Court on Wednesday ruled that a law requiring transgender people to undergo sterilization surgery in order to officially change their gender is unconstitutional.
Pope Accepts Resignation of Bishop of Polish Diocese where Gay Orgy Scandal Under Investigation
The pope on Tuesday accepted the resignation of a Polish bishop whose diocese has been rocked for weeks by reports of a gay orgy involving a male prostitute in a priest's apartment.
Hong Kong Court Upholds a Ruling in Favor of Equal Inheritance Rights for Same-Sex Couples
A Hong Kong court on Tuesday upheld a ruling that favored the granting of equal inheritance rights to same-sex couples, in the latest victory for the city's LGBTQ+ community.
German Leaders Voice Outrage and Thousands Rally in Berlin in Reaction to Rising Antisemitism
In Berlin, thousands of people gathered at a demonstration called to show opposition to antisemitism and support for Israel.
Right-wing Populists, Socialists May Fare Well in Swiss Elections
Swiss voters are casting final ballots Sunday to choose their next legislature, with polls pointing to a rebound for right-wing populist and Socialist parties.
Israel Strikes Gaza, Syria and West Bank as War Against Hamas Threatens to Ignite Other Fronts
Israeli warplanes struck targets across Gaza overnight and into Sunday as the two-week-old war with Hamas threatened to spiral into a broader conflict.
Research Says Gen Z Is the Gayest Generation Yet
According to the Office for National Statistics (ONS), almost 1 in 10 of all 16 to 24-year-olds are estimated to identify as lesbian, gay, or bisexual (LGB).
After Coming Out, Footballer Jakub Jankto Can Now Play 'Without Hiding'
In February, international footballer Jakub Jankto came out, and now he says he is free to play the sport he loves "without hiding."
Hong Kong Court Upholds Rulings Backing Subsidized Housing Benefits for Same-Sex Couples
A Hong Kong court on Tuesday upheld two earlier rulings that supported the granting of subsidized housing benefits to same-sex couples, in another victory for the city's LGBTQ+ community.
India's Supreme Court Refuses to Legalize Same-Sex Marriage, Saying it is Up to Parliament
India's top court on Tuesday refused to legalize same-sex marriages, passing the responsibility back to Parliament in a ruling that disappointed campaigners for LGBTQ+ rights in the world's most populous country.
What to Know in the Latest Israel-Hamas War
More than a million people in the northern Gaza Strip have been ordered to evacuate to the south as the latest Israel-Hamas war entered its seventh day Friday and Israel appeared to be preparing a ground offensive. Hamas urged residents to stay put.
Palestinians Are Struggling to Flee South In Gaza After Israel Gives an Evacuation Order
Palestinians struggled Saturday to flee from areas of Gaza targeted by the Israeli military while grappling with a growing water crisis after Israel stopped the flow of resources to the region ahead of an expected land offensive a week.
A Japanese Court Rules it's Unconstitutional to Require Surgery for a Change of Gender on Documents
A court in central Japan ruled Thursday that it is unconstitutional to require a transgender person to undergo surgery to remove their current reproductive organs in order for them to receive documentation under their new gender.
Queer-Friendly Guadalajara Makes Perfect Host for November's Gay Games
When the pandemic hampered Hong Kong's ability to host the next Gay Games, Guadalajara stepped in. Outside of Latin America, it may not be a top name among LGBTQ+-friendly cities, but it should be.