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A Senior UK Lawmaker Fell Victim to a Sexting Scam. His Colleagues are Being Urged to Go to Police.
British lawmakers who may have been targeted in a sexting scam were urged to go to police, after a senior Conservative admitted disclosing the personal phone numbers of some colleagues to an unknown individual who held "compromising" material on him.
Idaho Lawmakers Pass Bills Targeting LGBTQ+ Citizens. Protesters Toss Paper Hearts in Protest
Idaho lawmakers have passed a series of bills targeting LGBTQ+ residents this year, including two this week that prevent public employees from being required to use someone's preferred pronouns and redefine gender as being synonymous with sex.
Gay Rights Activists Call for More International Pressure on Uganda over Anti-Gay Law
Ugandan gay rights activists asked the international community to mount more pressure on the government of Uganda to repeal an anti-gay law which the country's Constitutional Court refused to nullify on Wednesday.
Elon Musk's X has a New Safety Leader, 9 Months after Predecessor Left the Social Media Platform
Elon Musk's X, the platform formerly known as Twitter, has named a new head of safety nine months after the last executive to hold the position departed from the social media company.
Out With Dr. Bill — Women's History Month: A Celebration of Empowerment & Unity
These past few weeks have been a whirlwind of travel, causing me to postpone this column. As I sat down to reflect, it struck me how my recent adventures are intertwined with Women's History Month.
Ugandan Court Rejects Bid to Nullify Anti-Gay Law that Provides for the Death Penalty in Some Cases
Uganda's Constitutional Court on Wednesday upheld an anti-gay law that allows the death penalty for "aggravated homosexuality."
Caitlyn Jenner Leads Outrage Against Transgender Day of Visibility Falling on Easter
Caitlyn Jenner was among the leading conservatives condemning President Joe Biden's proclamation of Transgender Day of Visibility on Easter Sunday, March 31.
Wisconsin Governor Vetoes Transgender High School Athletics Ban
Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers vetoed a bill Tuesday that was passed by the Republican-controlled Legislature to ban high school transgender athletes from competing on teams that align with their gender identity.
Vatican to Publish Document on Gender, Surrogacy and Human Dignity Next Week
The Vatican will publish a document next week on gender theory and surrogacy that was announced in a bid to respond to opposition from conservatives over Pope Francis' willingness to bless same-sex unions.
Smooth Skin is for Every Body: Debunking 5 Laser Hair Removal Myths
Unwanted hair doesn't care about your gender or how you identify. It grows and re-grows, but you don't have to be stuck with it forever!
What to Know About Day of Visibility, Designed to Show the World 'Trans Joy'
Sunday is International Transgender Day of Visibility, observed around the world to bring attention to a population that's often ignored, disparaged or victimized.
The Trump Camp and the White House Clash Over Biden's Recognition of 'Transgender Day of Visibility'
President Joe Biden is facing criticism from Donald Trump's campaign and religious conservatives for proclaiming March 31 — which corresponds with Easter Sunday this year — as "Transgender Day of Visibility."
The Trump Camp Assails Biden for Declaring March 31, Easter Sunday, as Transgender Day of Visibility
President Joe Biden is facing criticism from Donald Trump's campaign and religious conservatives for proclaiming March 31 — which corresponds with Easter Sunday this year — as "Transgender Day of Visibility."
LGBTQ-Inclusive Church in Cuba Welcomes All in a Country that Once Sent Gay People to Labor Camps
Cuba repressed gay people after its 1959 revolution led by Fidel Castro and sent many to labor camps. But in recent years, the communist-run island barred anti-gay discrimination, and allowed same-sex couples to marry and adopt.
Report: Close to Half a Mil Paid to Resolve Groping Accusations Against Conservative Leader Matt Schlapp
The man who accused GOP luminary and chairman of the American Conservative Union Matt Schlapp of groping him has reportedly received a settlement of close to half a million dollars.
US Midfielder Korbin Albert Apologizes for Sharing Anti-LGBTQ 'Insensitive and Hurtful' Social Media Posts
Korbin Albert, a midfielder for the U.S. women's national team, apologized for having liked and shared social media posts that she described as "offensive, insensitive and hurtful," including reportedly reposted anti-LGBTQ+ content to her TikTok account.
Illinois Supreme Court to Hear Actor Jussie Smollett Appeal of Conviction for Staging Racist Attack
The Illinois Supreme Court will hear an appeal of actor Jussie Smollett's disorderly conduct conviction for staging a racist and homophobic attack against himself in 2019, then lying to Chicago police about it.
Settlement Reached in Lawsuit Between Disney and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis' Allies
Allies of Gov. Ron DeSantis and Disney reached a settlement agreement Wednesday in a state court fight over how Walt Disney World is developed in the future following the takeover of the theme park resort's government by the Florida governor.
Lawmakers in Thailand Overwhelmingly Approve a Bill to Legalize Same-Sex Marriage
Lawmakers in Thailand's lower house of Parliament overwhelmingly approved a marriage equality bill on Wednesday that would make the country the first in Southeast Asia to legalize equal rights for marriage partners of any gender.
After a County Restricted Transgender Women in Sports, a Roller Derby League Said, 'No Way'
They zip around the rink, armed with helmets, pads and mouthguards. They push, bump and occasionally crash out as they jostle for position on the hardwood floor.