A major new Ipsos survey reveals the University of Birmingham is the UK's most LGBTQ+ friendly university, as national attitudes show a significant generational divide on identity and equality issues.
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has enacted a sweeping new law that critics decry as a state-sanctioned effort to 'erase' LGBTQ+ individuals by dismantling key protections and censoring public discourse on sexual orientation and gender identity.
Australia's Human Rights Commissioner condemns the Queensland government's 'punitive and hostile' approach to First Nations people, warning of devastating human rights violations.
A controversial ban on flying LGBTQ+ pride flags on public property in Dearborn, Michigan, has been approved by the city council, igniting a fierce debate on inclusivity and drawing condemnation from Democratic leaders.
Ghanaian politician and presidential hopeful Alan Kyerematen, dubbed the 'African Trump', faces fierce backlash from human rights groups after advocating for severe anti-LGBTQ legislation and praising Gambia's harsh policies.
Chaos erupted in Ghana's parliament as lawmakers came to blows during a heated debate on a stringent new anti-LGBTQ+ bill, delaying a critical vote and drawing international condemnation.
Little Mix star Jade Thirlwall receives widespread acclaim for her powerful advocacy and increased LGBTQ+ representation in pop music, earning praise from fans and charities alike.
A major investigation by the NGO ILGA-World reveals a sharp global rise in the weaponisation of anti-LGBTQ+ sentiment as a campaign strategy during recent elections, undermining fundamental human rights.
The UK Supreme Court has unanimously ruled that a Belfast primary school's ban on teaching about same-sex parents was unlawful discrimination, in a landmark victory for LGBTQ+ rights in Northern Irish education.
Hong Kong's legislature is poised for a historic vote on a bill granting legal recognition to same-sex partnerships, a significant step for LGBTQ+ rights in the territory, though it stops short of full marriage equality.
Donald Trump faces widespread condemnation after using a Michigan rally to attack LGBTQ+ rights and propose a 'faith-based' travel ban, drawing protests and political backlash.
In a groundbreaking decision, Hong Kong's top court grants parental rights to a non-biological mother in a same-sex couple, setting a new precedent for LGBTQ+ families in the region after a four-year legal battle.
Former President Donald Trump pledges to reintroduce the ban on transgender individuals serving in the US military if re-elected, arguing that the armed forces are not a venue for 'social experimentation'.
The government's plan to replace the Human Rights Act with a new Bill of Rights has been halted after the House of Lords refused to back it. Peers have sent the legislation back to the Commons, demanding significant changes.
Pop star Sabrina Carpenter sparks controversy after appearing to sidestep a crucial trans rights advocacy moment during her MTV VMA acceptance speech, prompting fierce online backlash.
Prominent journalist and feminist campaigner Julie Bindel was forcibly removed from Surrey Pride following a complaint from Guildford's MP. The incident, captured on video, has ignited a fierce debate about inclusivity, free speech, and 'no-platforming' a
A former police constable is under investigation by his old force after allegedly 'deadnaming' a transgender woman in online comments. The probe raises serious questions about free speech versus professional conduct for retired officers.
In a contentious address at the NRA convention, former President Donald Trump endorsed restricting gun ownership for transgender individuals, sparking immediate backlash from rights groups and creating a rift with his traditional allies.
Burkina Faso's military government has passed a harsh new penal code imposing up to five years in prison for acts considered 'promoting homosexuality', marking a severe crackdown on LGBTQ+ rights and alarming international human rights organisations.
In a significant move, Pope Francis held a private audience with prominent LGBTQ+ ministry leader Father James Martin at the Vatican, reinforcing his message of inclusivity and 'welcome for all' within the Catholic Church.
Former US President Donald Trump has called for a ban on transgender individuals owning firearms, a controversial pledge made during his keynote address at the NRA convention. The proposal has ignited a fierce debate on gun rights and equality.
GOP Representative Robin West's controversial bill seeks to ban transgender individuals from owning firearms, igniting a firestorm over civil rights and gun control in the US.
The education community is in mourning after a respected headmistress, targeted by a vicious homophobic campaign, was found dead just hours before the new school term.
Former Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi has sparked a fierce national debate by proposing a ban on firearm ownership for transgender people in the wake of a tragic Minneapolis shooting, drawing immediate backlash from LGBTQ+ advocacy groups.
A US federal appeals court has reinstated Donald Trump's contentious ban on transgender individuals serving in the military, overturning a previous block by a lower court. The ruling has ignited a fierce debate over civil rights and military policy.
Exclusive: A newly uncovered 2020 draft proclamation, never officially released, reveals the Trump administration's controversial plan to label San Francisco a 'sanctuary city' for LGBTQ+ people, a move critics labelled as a 'cynical' election-year ploy.
In a stunning political U-turn, hard-right Polish MP Krzysztof Klos steps down from his homophobic party after a whirlwind romance with Italian intersex model and reality TV star Valentina 'Eva' D'Ettore, sparking a major scandal in Warsaw.
A Detroit Montessori academy faces backlash over plans to build a Chick-fil-A on campus, igniting a fierce debate about corporate influence in education and LGBTQ+ rights.
An incisive examination of the dangerous misconception that free speech is an absolute right, exploring the real-world harm caused by transphobic rhetoric and the legal, social, and ethical consequences for purveyors of hate in Britain.
A Cracker Barrel cook was fired for wearing a small LGBTQ+ pin, reviving the US restaurant chain's controversial history with employee discrimination and igniting a fresh social media firestorm over workers' rights and corporate inclusivity.