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.
California Governor Gavin Newsom launches scathing attack on Florida's expanded parental rights legislation, intensifying the cultural war between Democratic and Republican states.
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'.
Violet Affleck, the 18-year-old daughter of Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner, made a moving and articulate public appearance, advocating for LGBTQ+ safeguards and sharing her personal medical story.
A planned pro-Palestinian aid flotilla, backed by Greta Thunberg, faces internal chaos and resignations after activists discovered LGBTQ+ campaigners were on board, highlighting deep ideological rifts within the coalition.
In a significant departure from her party's stance, Vice President Kamala Harris has acknowledged having 'concerns' about transgender athletes competing in women's sports, sparking a major debate on both sides of the Atlantic.
Bestselling Irish author John Boyne, famed for 'The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas', is at the centre of a fierce cancellation campaign after expressing gender-critical beliefs. The literary community is deeply divided over free speech and trans rights.
Four individuals have been apprehended in connection with a brutal hate crime targeting a transgender woman in Washington State. The attack, described as 'vicious and unprovoked,' has sparked widespread condemnation and calls for justice.
Ex-President Donald Trump pledges to grant asylum to transgender individuals fleeing persecution, marking a significant policy shift and drawing international attention ahead of potential 2024 election.
LGBTQ+ rights groups file a federal lawsuit challenging the Trump administration's abrupt reversal of a policy allowing 'X' gender markers on US passports, citing discrimination and legal violations.
The US Supreme Court has halted a federal policy allowing citizens to select an 'X' gender marker on passports, marking a major setback for transgender and non-binary rights in a deeply divisive decision.
The president of a Texas university steps down following intense backlash over the hiring of a professor who authored controversial papers on transgender healthcare, igniting a fierce debate on academic freedom and political influence.
A landmark EU study uncovers a dramatic surge in physical attacks, hate speech, and discrimination against intersex individuals, urging immediate action from member states.
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.
Paraguayan President Santiago Peña stands firm against diplomatic pressure from Mexico and Brazil to close his country's embassy in Caracas, calling it a matter of 'principle' and defending Venezuela's opposition.
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'.
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.