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🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

One was convicted of inappropriate behavior with a photographer and another criticized lesbians in a youth magazine: Here are some of the candidates from the Citizens' Party

The article explores some candidates from the Citizens' Party, including past controversies involving inappropriate behavior and remarks about the LGBTQ community.

Mar 22 • 16:39 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

A person was convicted of harassment with a photographer and another criticized lesbians in a youth magazine: Here are some candidates from the Citizens' Party

The article details candidates from the Citizens' Party, highlighting both prominent members and those with controversial backgrounds, such as a recent conviction for harassment and criticism of the LGBTQ+ community.

Mar 22 • 16:39 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Three hours for makeup, R$ 700 on clothes... Chappell Roan fans invest in production for the show

Fans of Chappell Roan dedicated significant time and money to create elaborate looks for her show, highlighting their passion for the drag community.

Mar 21 • 23:27 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Trans woman found dead with injuries after going out to buy shampoo in the interior of SP

A trans woman named Suellen Jalala Ferreira de Brito was found dead with signs of violence in Brazil, raising concerns about safety for the transgender community.

Mar 19 • 17:42 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Report from European Gay Saunas and Clubs. The Book Explains How Men Meet

This article discusses the themes of a newly released book that explores the social interactions and connections among men in gay saunas and clubs across Europe.

Mar 18 • 12:40 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Max Hjelm: The Freedom of Gays and Bar Attendees is Also the Freedom of Parents with Young Children

The article argues for the coexistence of nightlife freedoms and the needs of families, emphasizing that complaints about noise levels from bars should not silence diverse communities.

Mar 14 • 07:23 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Lesbian Bar La Gata: Everyone Feels Comfortable with Ricky

The iconic lesbian bar La Gata in Frankfurt faces closure, prompting widespread support and even a planned demonstration.

Mar 13 • 17:01 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Queens of Joy

The Ukrainian film 'Queens of Joy' presents a unique perspective on war through the lens of Kyiv's queer community.

Mar 13 • 11:58 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Søren Dalgaard Knudsen Felt Alone Among Friends, But Then Opened the Door to a Special Clubhouse

Søren Dalgaard Knudsen found newfound freedom and happiness after coming out in midlife, leading him to connect with a supportive online community.

Mar 13 • 05:22 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

7 out of 10 Danes are in the club: "They need a place to be heard"

The article discusses the proliferation of Facebook groups in Denmark that provide vital support and community for individuals, particularly those feeling marginalized, while highlighting some underlying issues.

Mar 13 • 05:22 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The lack of security guards threatened to cancel the Rovaniemi Pride parade – a cry for help on social media saved it

The Rovaniemi Pride parade nearly faced cancellation due to a shortage of traffic controllers and security personnel, but a social media appeal by organizers mobilized community support to meet staffing needs in time for the event.

Mar 12 • 11:35 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

BBC cancels popular show and contestant says they're 'devastated but not surprised'

The BBC has decided to cancel its LGBTQ+ dating shows, prompting disappointment and criticism from former contestants and the LGBTQ+ community.

Mar 12 • 11:34 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Senegal's Parliament approves project that increases punishment for LGBT people in the country

Senegal's Parliament has approved a bill that significantly increases punishments for homosexual acts, making it the latest African country to impose stricter penalties on the LGBTQ+ community.

Mar 12 • 11:05 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Main: Senegal Tightens Its Law Against Homosexuality

Senegal's National Assembly has passed stricter laws against homosexuality amid increasing hostility toward the LGBTQ+ community in the country.

Mar 12 • 07:56 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Senegal parliament doubles penalty for gay sex

Senegal's parliament has increased the maximum penalty for same-sex relations to 10 years in prison amid ongoing efforts to crack down on the LGBTQ community.

Mar 12 • 07:55 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Senegal toughens the law against homosexuality: “We are in panic, with the slightest complaint that can point you out and come for you”

Senegal has strengthened its laws against homosexuality, imposing harsher penalties and increasing repression against the LGBTQ+ community amid rising homophobia.

Mar 12 • 06:15 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

Senegal passes law doubling penalty for same-sex relations to 10 years in prison

Senegal's parliament has enacted a law that increases the penalty for same-sex relations to 10 years in prison, heightening the crackdown on the LGBTQ community.

Mar 11 • 23:05 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

This is George Marinos – The showman who shone to illuminate everyone else

The article reflects on the life and impact of George Marinos, a prominent showman in Greece, known for his flamboyant style and significant influence on the LGBTQ+ community.

Mar 11 • 13:26 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Transgender... A 5-character acceptance speech [Han Chae-yun's Post-Rain Rainbow]

The article discusses the powerful acceptance speech of transgender musician Kira at the 23rd Korean Popular Music Awards, highlighting the ongoing struggles faced by the transgender community in South Korea.

Mar 11 • 08:50 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Prison sentences for pair who attacked gay men hailed as sign of hope for Kenya’s LGBTQ+ community

A Kenyan court sentenced two individuals to 15 years in prison for violently robbing two gay men, a ruling celebrated by LGBTQ+ advocates as a hopeful sign for the community.

Mar 11 • 06:00 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Ghana: Ghana's Parliament Revives Dangerous Anti-LGBT Bill

Ghana's parliament has revived a harsh anti-LGBT bill that threatens the rights of the LGBTQ+ community.

Mar 10 • 06:47 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Statue of King Ludwig II.: The Kini Returns to a Prominent Location

A statue of King Ludwig II, previously destroyed by the Nazis, is set to return to the Cornelius Bridge in Munich as a new memorial site featuring a 'romantic ruin' design.

Mar 6 • 12:52 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Hasselblad Prize to Queer Activist: 'Photography is My Truth'

Zanele Muholi, an artist known for her powerful black and white photography depicting the Black LGBTQ community, has been awarded the Hasselblad Prize.

Mar 6 • 09:01 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Lyft offers Kansas riders 50% off with code ‘TRANSJOY’ after state voids trans driver’s licenses

Lyft is providing Kansas riders with a 50% discount to support the transgender community following the implementation of a new law that invalidates driver’s licenses for individuals whose gender markers do not match their sex assigned at birth.

Mar 2 • 21:42 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
Crime & Justice

Aix-en-Provence: a young adult judged for the murder of a gay septuagenarian

An 18-year-old is on trial for the murder of a 70-year-old man, whom he had previously met through prostitution, marking a disturbing case of violence against the LGBTQ+ community.

Mar 2 • 18:56 UTC
🇦🇺 Guardian Australia
National & Local

Married at Mardi Gras: the Free, Gay n Happy float – in pictures

The 2026 Sydney Mardi Gras celebrated its vibrant LGBTQ+ community with the 'Free, Gay n Happy' float despite some rain.

Mar 2 • 05:22 UTC
🇦🇺 Guardian Australia
National & Local

Flawless, fierce and serving face: the Sydney Mardi Gras Sissy Ball – in pictures

The Sydney Mardi Gras Sissy Ball showcases vibrant performances inspired by New York’s ballroom scene, reflecting a strong sense of community within the LGBTQ+ culture.

Feb 28 • 12:47 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Man is convicted after attacking a couple of women with homophobic insults on the coast of SP

A man in Santos, Brazil, has been sentenced to community service and fines for homophobic verbal assaults against a couple of women.

Feb 28 • 09:12 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

"La Gata": Frankfurt's oldest lesbian bar is facing closure

La Gata, the oldest lesbian bar in Frankfurt, is facing closure as the landlord terminates the lease, prompting a large outcry from the community.

Feb 27 • 11:00 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Dem governor doubles down on transgender protections after Trump State of the Union

Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer has pledged to veto any legislation that targets the LGBTQ community, reaffirming her support for transgender rights following President Trump's State of the Union address, which called for bans on minors' gender transition surgeries without parental consent.

Feb 26 • 15:59 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Jackie wasn't looking for love, so she felt 'pure fear' when she met Aimee

Jackie and Aimee, who were not actively seeking a relationship, found love unexpectedly and now share their journey together in Sydney.

Feb 22 • 19:39 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

"No Latinos, No Asians, No Fat, No Twink... There Are People on Grindr Who Cause a Lot of Harm": How an App Shaped a Generation's Sexual Life

A critical examination of Grindr highlights various social complaints and the impact of the app on the sexual dynamics of the queer community.

Feb 17 • 04:30 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

NY university LGBTQ center hosts ‘TransTape’ chest-binding live demo, Q&A in closed-door event

Binghamton State University’s LGBTQ center held a closed-door event demonstrating the use of TransTape for breast binding, aimed at supporting the trans community.

Feb 12 • 21:00 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

I thought that certain prejudices about gay people on the left had been overcome. But I was wrong.

Paola Concia reflects on ongoing prejudices against the LGBTQ+ community within leftist politics in Italy, prompted by leaked chats discussing a list of famous suspected gay individuals.

Feb 11 • 04:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Sports

The Premier League reformulates its support for the LGBTQ+ community to avoid controversies

The Premier League has modified its support campaign for the LGBTQ+ community to reduce internal conflicts and prevent public controversies, as announced on August 7, 2025.

Feb 6 • 17:24 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
Sports

Under the banner of inclusivity: English club establishes fan group for LGBTQ+ supporters

Fulham FC has launched a special fan group for LGBTQ+ individuals as part of its celebration of LGBTQ+ History Month in February.

Feb 5 • 07:15 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
Crime & Justice

"Martyr Operation" - FBI arrests 18-year-old ISIS sympathizer due to plans for an attack

An 18-year-old suspected ISIS sympathizer was arrested by the FBI for allegedly planning a terror attack targeting Jews, Christians, and the LGBTQ community in North Carolina on New Year's Eve.

Jan 2 • 20:15 UTC

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