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UK queer history museum opens doors

The UK’s first LGBTQ+ history museum has opened its doors in London, commemorating and celebrating queer histories from across the country.

Greece

Two men jailed for killing of prominent Greek LGBT+ activist

Four police officers have been acquitted of the offence, prompting anger from human rights groups.

USA

‘Libs of Tiktok’: Twitter account targets LGBT+ teachers in the U.S.

A popular Twitter account with over `1 million followers is targeting teachers promoting LGBTQ+ rights and inclusive education in the U.S.

Culture news

Harry Styles accused of queerbaiting: but what is 'queerbaiting'?

In a recent interview, Styles has said that "it doesn't matter" what his sexuality is. This has sparked renewed queerbaiting criticism. But is that fair?

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Tech News

Meta and TikTok fined by Russian courts over LGBT+ content

The tech giants have been fined millions of rubles for allowing LGBT "propaganda" on their platforms.

Norway

Norway issues apology 50 years after decriminalising homosexuality

According to the Norwegian government, 119 men were convicted for having sex with another man between 1902 and 1950.

Ukraine

Ukraine's LGBTQ+ community fights homophobia on the frontlines

Some members of Ukraine’s LGBTQ+ community are hoping their participation on the frontlines will erode prejudice.

Germany

Germany approves rainbow flags on ministry buildings for LGBT events

The move is intended to end discussions about unclear rules and signal acceptance of diversity.

Culture news

'Killing Eve' angers fans by resurrecting 'Bury Your Gays' trope

Fans were annoyed at the death of Villanelle, seeing her demise as a continuation of a trope as old as time.

SanMarino

San Marino elects LGBT+ head of state in 'world first'

Paolo Rondelli has been chosen as one of the small European country's two "captains regent".

Culture news

Oscars 2022 highlight LGBT+ rights in historic night

The evening showcased the best of queer Hollywood with on-stage protests and historic wins.

Ukraine

‘Lawful transphobia’ stopping Ukraine’s trans community from fleeing

“Many people say that when they attempted to cross the border, the border police and the border guards are making their decision based on the gender marker in the passport…and we consider this as another example of lawful transphobia.”

Kosovo

Kosovo's parliament rejects new law recognising same-sex civil unions

It would have been the first time a Muslim-majority country allowed same-sex civil unions.

Culture news

What issues do LGBT+ Ukrainians face when fleeing the war?

Three million people have now left Ukraine, fleeing the Russian invasion, but the plight of LGBT+ refugees is different.

Culture news

Can streaming platforms stand up to LGBT censorship by tough regimes?

The annual report shows the growing role of streaming giants like Netflix and Amazon in the media landscape but are their progressive agendas enough?

Culture news

Star of 'Umbrella Academy' Elliot Page announces memoir for 2023

Page was already a successful actor on his high-profile coming out as transgender in 2020, the memoir will cover the highs and lows of his experience.

Culture news

'Pose' star Mj Rodriguez to be honoured at this year's GLAAD awards

Rodriguez was the star of Ryan Murphy series 'Pose' and also appears in Oscar-bait film 'Tik, Tik...BOOM!' alongside Andrew Garfield.

World News

LGBTI asylum seekers 'facing double discrimination' across Europe

The report also warned that 2021 has seen a rise in official anti-LGBTI rhetoric that has fuelled a wave of hate crime in every country in Europe.

Vatican

Pope Francis urges parents not to condemn gay children

It is the pope's latest gesture of outreach to the LGBT community, which has long been marginalised by the Catholic hierarchy.

France

France removes restrictions on gay blood donors

Blood donation will be open to all French citizens regardless of their sexual orientation from 16 March.