Culture news Citizen Queer: Thessaloniki celebrates LGBTQI+ documentary cinema Greece's Citizen Queer film festival aims to pay tribute to the origins of LGBTQI+ representation in cinema, along with its pioneers. For so long hidden in the shadows, now the art form is finally getting to shine in the spotlight, writes Elise Morton. 10/03/2024
Greece Greek novelist and lawyer are first same-sex couple to wed in Athens Opposition from Orthodox Church traditionalists failed to head off the major legal change, which brings Greece in line with much of Europe. 08/03/2024
This will impact your life Surge in transphobic speech sparks fears ahead of EU elections Transphobic and anti-LGBTI rhetoric is on the rise among politicians in Europe, according to a new report, prompting alarm ahead of the EU elections in June. 29/02/2024
Culture news The queer vegan punk band changing perceptions on the Faroe Islands Ahead of their third album launch, Euronews Culture spoke to Fríði Djurhuus, frontman of the barnstorming Faroese band Joe & the Shitboys. 29/02/2024
Culture news Police investigate 'gay propaganda' at ‘My Little Pony’ event Police in Moscow reportedly received complaints the My Little Pony event "promoted non-traditional relationships... adult content... and general horror and darkness." 19/02/2024
Greece Greek parliament approves legalisation of same-sex civil marriage Greek legislators passed a law to legalise same-sex marriage, positioning Greece as the first Orthodox Christian nation to do so. 15/02/2024
Culture Series Eva Szombat's colourful exploration of womanhood in Hungary A project to photograph women and their sex toys became a colourful exploration of womanhood in modern Hungary. Discover Eva Szombat's award-winning photo series, "I want orgasms, not roses". 14/02/2024
Culture news LGBTQIA+ activist and ‘Pose’ star Cecilia Gentili dies aged 52 GLAAD described the trans activist and Pose actress Cecilia Gentili as "a pillar in the trans community" in its statement confirming her death. 08/02/2024
World News Euroviews. Can Europe resist the anti-LGBT politics of hate? As we navigate an increasingly tumultuous world laden with conflict, unconditional backing of equal rights for all will become increasingly essential for the well-being and resilience of minority groups within Europe, Camille Ogoti writes. 06/02/2024
Greece Greece faces Orthodox Church opposition over same-sex marriage plans Greece would become the first Orthodox-majority country to legalise same-sex marriage if the law passes. 25/01/2024
Greece Greece set to legalise same-sex marriage with backing by opposition A plan to legalise same-sex civil marriage and adoption pushed by the centre-right Greek government is set to be approved by Parliament thanks to the backing of the left-wing opposition, despite backlash from the Orthodox Church. 12/01/2024
Culture news Vatican doctrine chief’s book describing orgasms divides Catholics Cardinal Victor Manuel Fernandez’s 1998 book about mystical-sensual experiences with God describes orgasms in graphic detail. It’s exposing rifts within the Catholic Church. 11/01/2024
Vatican Vatican says blessings for same-sex couples are not heresy The Vatican said it is “vital” that all bishops’ conferences respect the decision made by Pope Francis last month. 04/01/2024
Culture news BBC urged to drop Olly Alexander from Eurovision after Israel comments The UK entrant for next year's Eurovision endorsed a statement by an LGBTQ+ “direct action” pressure group accusing Israel of genocide. Now, several groups are demanding the BBC drop Olly Alexander. 21/12/2023
United Kingdom One third of Wales a 'little bit queer' - report A recent study into Wales' LGBT+ community found 34% of the population identify beyond traditional heterosexual norms. 21/12/2023
United Kingdom Trans rights groups condemn Britain's new schools guidance as ‘cruel’ Organisations working with young trans people are disappointed by new draft guidance for teachers, saying that a chance to help educators work positively with children has been missed. 21/12/2023
Russia Moscow gay bars raided after ruling called LGBTQ+ movement 'extremist' The raids follow a decision by Russia’s Supreme Court to call the country’s LGBTQ+ 'movement' an extremist organisation. The move comes as the latest crackdown on LGBTQ+ rights under President Vladimir Putin who has long pushed a 'traditional family values' agenda. 02/12/2023
Lifestyle 'We belong': LGBTQ community finds haven in Kosovo's Bubble Pub As the sun rises over Kosovo’s Pristina, the call to Muslim morning prayer from tens of minarets echoes through the city, just as the last call sees patrons at the capital's first and only LGBT bar Bubble Pub wrap up an evening of socialising and partying. 30/11/2023
Art UK museum says Roman emperor was transgender According to research, emperor Elagabalus asked to be called "lady", and the museum will be referring to the ruler as “she” from now on. 24/11/2023
France Victims of anti-gay laws in France could be compensated under new bill France's Senate is to debate a draft law on Wednesday that would allow people convicted under anti-gay laws before 1982 to receive financial compensation. 22/11/2023