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LGBT-rights

Society 9 months ago

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Broadcasting bill sparks alarm over threat to LGBT rights

A controversial broadcasting bill seeking to ban lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) content across conventional and online media has sparked widespread criticism, with activists warning it could fuel further discrimination and endanger the rights and safety of the marginalized community.

Europe 2 years ago

Vatican authorizes blessings for same-sex couples, with caveats

The Vatican on Monday approved blessings for same-sex couples, a hugely contested issue in the Catholic Church, as long as they are not in contexts related to civil unions or weddings.

People 3 years ago

Polish, Ukrainian LGBT+ parades unite in Warsaw

The annual Pride march in the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv was cancelled due to Russia's invasion, leading the LGBT+ community in Warsaw to team up with their counterparts in Ukraine to organise the event in the Polish capital.

Entertainment 4 years ago

The ones who like all their pretty songs: Indonesian fans still worship Nirvana’s Nevermind

30 years on, Nirvana’s Nevermind continues to touch countless souls around the world - including many Indonesians from all walks of life.

National 5 years ago

Central Java police officer dismissed for sexual orientation files second lawsuit

TT was reportedly ambushed by his fellow officers on Feb. 14, 2017, when he went on a Valentine’s Day date with his partner in Kudus, Central Java.

Opinion 5 years ago

Accepting transgender, diverse identities on Peace Day

We’re not in a war zone, but years of hiding identities from families and friends surely must be far from a peaceful life for the many gender minorities.

World 5 years ago

Tokyo highlights LGBTQ rights before Olympics with Pride House

Tokyo will open Pride House, Japan's first permanent such center, next month to raise awareness of LGBTQ rights before and during the rearranged Olympic Games in 2021.

City 5 years ago

Police lambasted for targeting LGBT community in raid in Jakarta

Civil society groups argue that the police violated the suspects' right to a fair trial during the raid and the investigation.

SE Asia 5 years ago

'LGBT people are also humans': Thai Buddhist monk backs equality

As a monk, Waradhammo is a rare - but welcome - presence in the LGBT+ community as Thailand prepares to pass a landmark civil partnership bill that would recognize same-sex unions with nearly the same legal rights as married couples.