Lgbtq

Snoop Dogg criticized growing LGBTQ+ representation in children’s movies, saying he feels “scared to go to the movies” with his grandson after an uncomfortable experience watching Disney Pixar’s Lightyear (2022).

'Make America Gay Again': Amsterdam pride march gets political

'It's important to be here, to show up. With all the stuff that's going on in the world, it's getting really scary, especially in America,' said Dani van Duin, a 44-year-old IT specialist who identifies as a lesbian woman.

Hong Kong trans man wins challenge against public toilet law: 'The way people looked at me...'

'Many trans people choose not to use public conveniences at all, due to fear, the threat of harassment, and to avoid having their gender identity invalidated or undermined,' High Court judge Russell Coleman said.

A Drag musical in the Capital: 5 Delhi Drag queens explain the why and how

Delhi events: ‘Superqueens’ at The Piano Man follows the life of five real-life Drag queens with stories to tell about why they Drag and what it takes. A second show of the musical is scheduled for Sunday, July 13.

Tens of thousands expected to attend Budapest Pride in defiance of ban

Prime Minister Viktor Orban's government has gradually curtailed the rights of the LGBTQ+ community in the past decade

US Supreme Court bolsters religious rights in LGBTQ book case

The 6-3 ruling Friday is the latest in a line of Supreme Court decisions that have bolstered religious rights, even when they bump up against other societal values

Top 8 LGBTQ+ Friendly Destinations In The World In 2025

Discover the Top 8 LGBTQ+ friendly destinations to visit in 2025. From vibrant cities like Turin and Sydney to sun-soaked paradises like Florianópolis, explore safe, welcoming places where LGBTQ+ travelers can truly be themselves.

Hungary passes constitutional amendment to ban LGBTQ+ public events

Legal scholars and critics call Monday's decision another step toward authoritarianism as the populist government continues to restrict the rights of LGBTQ+ communities.

Science Museum in London claims Lego is 'anti-LGBT'. Elon Musk reacts

The tour, titled 'Stories of Queer Communities, Experiences and Identities,' features a display of Lego bricks alongside an argument suggesting the toy reinforces gender norms.

Vineeth Sreenivasan’s Oru Jaathi Jaathakam faces ban in Gulf countries due to LGBTQ+ community reference

Actor Vineeth Sreenivasan's eagerly awaited film Oru Jaathi Jaathakam set for release on January 31, faces a major setback. The film, directed by M. Mohanan, has been banned in several Gulf countries due to its references to the LGBTQ+ community, impacting its theatrical debut.

US now recognises only 'two sexes' after Donald Trump issues executive order

The federal government will use the term 'sex' rather than 'gender' and identification documents , such as passports, will be based on 'an individual's immutable biological classification as either male or female'

LGBTQ+ couples in Thailand register marriages on first day of law giving them equal status

The enactment of the Marriage Equality Act makes Thailand the first country in Southeast Asia and the third in Asia to legalise same-sex marriage, after Taiwan and Nepal.

All about androgynosexuality and why it is gaining popularity among Gen Z

The term 'androgynosexuality' originates from 'androgynous,' itself derived from the Greek words 'andro' (man) and 'gyne' (woman). It refers to individuals who possess a blend of both masculine and feminine traits.

A step forward: Congress, NCP-SP appoint LGBTQ+ activists to key posts

The Supreme Court in 2018 decriminalised homosexuality but greatly disappointed the LGBTQ+ community last year when it declined to legalise same-sex marriage and left it to parliament to decide

Abrosexuality: A new fluid sexual identity where attraction shifts through genders

Abrosexuality is marked by shifts that may align with multiple orientations, including heterosexuality, homosexuality, or asexuality, at different times.

Woman claims she was deboarded for misgendering a flight attendant. What airline said

United Airlines offered a different explanation and said the party was not allowed to board following a discussion about having too many carry-on items.

Cancer charity apologises for saying 'cervix' instead of LGBTQ-friendly 'front hole', backlash follows

The charity's decision was made to accommodate transgender men and non-binary individuals, many of whom feel distanced from the term 'cervix.'

LGBT content on OTT: Call Me By Your Name, Heartstopper and 8 more mainstream movies & series to rewatch during Pride Month

Love is love: Every month is a good month to watch some great non-cishet love stories on OTT. Start with Heartstopper on Netflix and go on to watch Pedro Almodovar's 'Bad Education' which completes 20 years this year, Hansal Mehta's critically acclaimed 'Aligarh', and more.

US politician uses flamethrower to burn books on LGBTQ, sparks outrage. Viral video

'You want to be gay? Fine be gay. Just don’t do it around children,' Valentina Gomez's campaign director said in a statement.

Pope approves blessings for same-sex couples if they don't resemble marriage

The Vatican holds that marriage is an indissoluble union between man and woman. As a result, it has long opposed same-sex marriage.

‘Queer representation in films and television is still lacking a lot’: Greek director Zacharias Mavroeidis

Greek director Zacharias Mavroeidis' 'The Summer with Carmen', which showed at the AFI Fest in Los Angeles, is a spin on the classic rom-com that wears the rainbow shades with pride.

Same-sex marriage: How LGBTQ+ community can still meet financial needs despite SC verdict

Can LGBTQ+ couples avail of home loans, family floater health insurance policies, and add-on credit cards? They can, but the options are few and far between. They also have to circumvent many restrictions.

SC refuses marriage equality rights to same sex couples, but bats for LGBTQ+ rights | Verdict Decoded

SC Refuses Marriage Equality Rights To Same Sex Couples, But Bats For LGBTQ+ Rights. Catch Shweta Punj with Thyagarajan of Moneycontrol in conversation with Udit Sood, Petitioner in same sex marriage case and Tahira Karanjawala, Lawyer for the petitioners to decode the verdict.

70% LGBTQIA+ employees in India, versus 42% globally, face non-inclusive behaviour: Deloitte’s 2023 LGBT+ Inclusion @ Work Survey

Key findings, effectiveness, and India relevance of Deloitte’s 2023 LGBT+ Inclusion @ Work Survey

Tribute | Who was Nothing Compares 2 U singer Sinéad O’Connor (1966-2023) who took on Pope John Paul II?

Her voice incandescent, icon of post-punk femininity, the Irish singer-activist spoke her mind and campaigned for a united Ireland, LGBTQ+ rights, and against the Catholic Church and child sexual abuse, which cost her her pop stardom.