Police Raids on LGBT Venues in Moscow In Moscow, police raids on LGBT nightclubs and a men’s sauna marked a dramatic increase in actions against these communities, following Russia’s recent ban on the “international LGBT movement” for extremism. A popular nightclub was abruptly searched, leading to its closure. Russian media reported similar raids on three […]
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Nepal registers first same-sex marriage In a historic breakthrough for LGBT+ rights, Nepal has officially recognized its first same-sex marriage following a landmark Supreme Court decision. Maya Gurung, a transgender woman, and Surendra Pandey, a man, finally received their marriage certificate after a five-year struggle with bureaucratic challenges. This event marks a significant victory not
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Trans Vikings and lesbian pirates In a remarkable revelation, the North Hertfordshire Museum in Britain redefined the historical narrative of Roman Emperor Elagabalus, recognizing her as a transgender woman. This significant shift follows a detailed examination of ancient texts, prompting the museum to adopt she/her pronouns in all future references to the third-century ruler. Intriguingly,
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French Senate Passes Bill Acknowledging Past Discrimination Against Homosexuals The French Senate has unanimously passed a bill recognizing the historical discrimination against homosexuals by the French Republic, addressing the repercussions of discriminatory laws active until 1982. Justice Minister Éric Dupond-Moretti and socialist senator Hussein Bourgi were key figures in advocating for this recognition. The bill,
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Danica Roem Becomes Virginia’s First Transgender State Senator Danica Roem’s election as Virginia’s first transgender state senator is a historic achievement, marking a significant step forward for LGBTQ+ representation in American politics. Overcoming political barriers in a traditionally conservative region, Roem defeated her Republican opponent, Bill Woolf, focusing on key issues like infrastructure and environmental
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Transgender women barred from playing in international women’s cricket The International Cricket Council (ICC) has prohibited transgender females, specifically those who have experienced male puberty but later transitioned to female, from participating in international women’s cricket competitions. This decision, made to maintain the integrity and safety of the women’s game, was announced by ICC Chief
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Trans Women Welcome Pope’s Message of Inclusivity In the quaint, bustling town of Torvaianica, Italy, a transformative story unfolds, deeply rooted in compassion and inclusivity. Pope Francis, known for his groundbreaking approach, has extended a warm embrace to transgender Catholics. This act of kindness has profoundly impacted a group of trans women in this coastal
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Mexico third-gender ‘muxe’ festival In the vibrant heart of Oaxaca, Mexico, the city of Juchitan became a kaleidoscope of color and celebration as the third-gender ‘muxe’ community held a grand festival. This weekend event, reverently known as a “vela,” was not just a festivity—it was a statement of resilience and solidarity within the LGBTQ spectrum,
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Church of England backs services for gay couples The Church of England has approved blessing services for same-sex couples, marking a significant shift from its traditional stance. These services, which are not full marriage ceremonies, will still feature symbolic elements like ring exchanges and priestly blessings. This decision, narrowly passed by the Church’s legislative assembly,
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Russia wants ban LGBT activities on its territory The progress of LGBT+ rights in Russia has regressed significantly since the early openness post-USSR’s collapse. In 2013, a law was introduced banning the “propaganda of non-traditional sexual relationships,” initially targeting minors. However, as of December, this legislation has been broadened to forbid all LGBT+ “propaganda” to
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