US Supreme Court May Overturn Conversion Therapy Bans
The US Supreme Court could strike down bans on harmful gay 'conversion therapy', a discredited practice linked to depression and suicide. Experts warn of a dangerous comeback.
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US evangelicals push into Africa after Trump aid cuts
American religious groups are expanding influence across Africa as Trump's aid cuts create vacuum. Investigation reveals conferences shaping anti-LGBTQ+ laws and reproductive rights restrictions.
Ohio religious freedom bill faces LGBTQ+ rights opposition
A proposed Ohio law granting businesses religious exemption from serving LGBTQ+ customers faces fierce opposition from civil rights groups and Hindu leaders, raising concerns about legalised discrimination.
Supreme Court rules against transgender passport rights
In a controversial 6-3 ruling, America's highest court has upheld the Trump administration's policy requiring biological sex designation on passports, sparking outrage from LGBTQ+ advocates.
FBI warns of planned attacks on Michigan LGBTQ+ venues
Federal authorities uncover chilling scheme targeting LGBTQ+ establishments across Michigan and Midwest, warning of potential coordinated attacks.
Boy George banned from Gold's Gym after transgender row
Music icon Boy George and singer Tish Hyman have been permanently expelled from London's Gold's Gym following a dramatic altercation over transgender rights that involved police intervention.
Judge overturns school transgender notification policy
A federal judge has struck down a Pennsylvania school district's policy requiring parental notification when students change their name or pronouns, citing First Amendment violations in a case with national implications.
Three arrested in Westminster Supreme Court protest clash
Dramatic scenes unfolded outside the Supreme Court as trans rights activists and women's rights campaigners clashed, leading to three arrests. The confrontation erupted following a landmark ruling on gender recognition laws.
Trans TV Star: 'My Rights Are Being Stripped Away'
In an emotional interview, a prominent transgender television personality reveals their fears about the erosion of trans rights and calls for greater understanding and protection.
Lib Dem members revolt over trans-exclusionary election rules
Senior Lib Dem members condemn controversial new rule that could block transgender candidates from party elections, sparking internal conflict and accusations of discrimination.
Jess Phillips emotional during Pride speech in Commons
Labour MP Jess Phillips became emotional while reading the names of transgender people killed in the past year during a powerful Pride Month speech in the House of Commons.
Sydney Gay Club Apologises for Chappell Roan Backlash
A prominent Sydney gay nightclub faces community outrage after controversial handling of lesbian pop hit 'Pink Pony' performance, prompting formal apology and policy review.
Church of Norway apologises to LGBTQ+ community
In a historic move, Norway's national church has formally apologised to LGBTQ+ people for decades of discrimination and exclusion, acknowledging 'shame and great harm' caused by its policies.
Minister faces criticism over trans guidance delays
Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson faces criticism as long-awaited transgender guidance for schools faces further delays from the Equality and Human Rights Commission, sparking political blame game.
UK government blocks Welsh conversion therapy ban
The UK government has prevented Wales from implementing its own ban on conversion therapy, sparking a major constitutional dispute over devolved powers and LGBTQ+ rights protections.
Miss Major Griffin-Gracy: Transgender Activist Honoured in London
The extraordinary life of pioneering transgender rights activist Miss Major Griffin-Gracy is being honoured in London through a powerful new exhibition and documentary, celebrating her decades of frontline work supporting marginalised communities.
UK Supreme Court rejects transgender rights appeal
Britain's highest court has rejected a landmark case seeking to expand transgender rights, dealing a significant setback to gender recognition reform efforts across the UK.
UK trans healthcare breaches human rights - watchdog
A damning report from Europe's top human rights monitor reveals Britain's transgender treatment services are failing to meet international standards, creating dangerous waiting times and access barriers.
Trans people risk exclusion from UK public spaces
A leading human rights expert reveals how transgender people face increasing barriers to accessing hospitals, shops, and public services across the UK, creating 'invisible walls' in daily life.
Documentary Reveals Tragic Childhood Intersex Surgery
A powerful new documentary reveals the tragic story of intersex individuals subjected to non-consensual surgery as children, sparking urgent calls for medical reform and human rights protection.
Northern Territory bans trans women from female prisons
The Northern Territory government enacts controversial new legislation barring transgender women from female correctional facilities, citing safety concerns and sparking human rights debates.
Trump's LGBTQ+ police pledge sparks California outrage
Former President Donald Trump faces widespread condemnation after vowing to deploy law enforcement against California's LGBTQ+ community during a recent rally speech.
Trump's Rhode Island rally sparks LGBTQ+ community outrage
Former President Donald Trump faces mounting criticism from LGBTQ+ advocates and business leaders following controversial remarks at his Providence rally, prompting corporate sponsors to withdraw support.
GOP Blocks Transgender Woman from NY Legislature
In a controversial move, Republican legislators in Nassau County have rejected the historic appointment of a transgender woman to the county legislature, sparking debates over discrimination and political partisanship.
US Supreme Court overturns conversion therapy bans
In a controversial 6-3 decision, America's highest court has struck down local bans on conversion therapy, reigniting debates over LGBTQ+ protections and states' rights.
Florida's LGBTQ+ tourism boycott costs millions
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis's controversial policies spark massive LGBTQ+ tourism boycott, costing Miami Beach millions as travellers choose more inclusive destinations.
David Cross cancels Saudi comedy festival appearance
American comedian David Cross withdraws from Riyadh comedy festival, citing Saudi Arabia's human rights record and treatment of women and LGBTQ+ community in exclusive statement.
Paraguay's Mother's Day declaration excludes LGBTQ+ families
Paraguay's Chamber of Deputies sparks outrage by declaring 'Mother's Day' as exclusively for 'pregnant women, mothers, and grandmothers,' drawing condemnation from LGBTQ+ rights groups who call it discriminatory and exclusionary.
Florida's 'Don't Say Gay' expansion sparks Newsom backlash
California Governor Gavin Newsom launches scathing attack on Florida's expanded parental rights legislation, intensifying the cultural war between Democratic and Republican states.
Lammy accused of ignoring women's rights in UN delegation row
Shadow Foreign Secretary David Lammy is under fire for allegedly ignoring women's rights groups by appointing a LGBTQ charity to the UK's delegation for a key UN human rights meeting, sparking accusations of a 'hierarchy of rights'.
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