Trans Darts Star Noa-Lynn Van Leuven Ousted After New Ruling
A new ruling bans trans women from women’s darts, forcing history-making player Noa-Lynn Van Leuven out of competition
LGBTQ Rights
New York State May Shut Down Nursing Home As Nuns Defy LGBTQ Rights Law – Dominican Sisters Sue
Nuns claim to assure dignity of dying patients, but won’t comply with New York’s LGBTQ Long-Term Care Facility Residents’ Bill of Rights – nor admit people with “gender dysphoria.”
Belarus Passes Bill To Punish People For Promotion Of LGBTQ “Propaganda”
Former member of USSR seeks fines, labor and arrest for “propaganda of homosexual relations, gender change, refusal to have children and pedophilia.”
Court Delivers Stunning Setback to RFK Jr.’s Anti-Trans Care Push
A federal judge ruled that the Health and Human Services secretary exceeded his authority in targeting gender-affirming care for transgender minors, offering temporary relief to providers nationwide.
Zohran Mamdani’s Historic Swearing-In Rings In the New Year – NYC Mayor Buoyed By Inauguration Committee That Sparkles with Queer Talent
Mamdani, who has pledged to make NYC an LGBTQIA+ Sanctuary City, took his oath under the ornate arches of an abandoned subway station, chosen as a testimony to legacy and transformation.
This Texas City Just Rolled Back LGBTQ Protections It Previously Approved
The Arlington City Council’s narrow vote makes it one of the few cities in the country to reverse LGBTQ protections already in place.
Japan’s First Female Prime Minister’s LGBTQ+ Stance Draws Concern
Sanae Takaichi has stated that “there should be no prejudice against sexual orientation or gender identity,” but does not support same-sex marriage.
Slovakia Approves Constitutional Amendment Limiting LGBTQ Rights
Rights groups warn the changes risk breaching EU law and further marginalizing LGBTQ Slovaks.
Nepal Turns Out For First Pride Rally Since US Funding Cuts Decimated Services
“Even with limited resources, we show that visibility is our strength, and love is our banner.” (Shimran Sherchan)
With Unanimous Vote, Pittsburgh Moves To Shield LGBTQ Rights
As national rhetoric hardens, Pittsburgh takes local action to ensure LGBTQ residents remain safe, supported, and protected by law.
What The Top Candidates For Pope Have Said About LGBTQ+ Rights
The Catholic Church could have a new pope by next month. Here’s where the candidates stand.
Hungary’s Pride Ban Sparks Massive Protests—See The Striking Footage
Thousands took to the streets of Hungary, demanding LGBTQ+ rights in a powerful show of defiance against the country’s Pride ban.
Utah Just Became The First State To Ban Pride Flags In Public Schools And Government Buildings
The new law, backed by the Republican state legislature, will fine any government building, including public schools, that flies “unsanctioned” flags.
Advocates And Lawmakers Demand NY Budget Invest In Services For Trans New Yorkers
NEW Pride Agenda, alongside other advocates and lawmakers, rallied at the state capitol on Tuesday as Governor Hochul negotiates the 2025-26 FY budget.
NIH Revoked Millions Of Dollars For LGBTQ+ Research. One Doctor Is Speaking Out
After the National Institutes of Health terminated grants for multiple studies involving LGBTQ+ health issues, one researcher is warning about the dangers of shutting down their work.
Sophia Bush and Ashlyn Harris Now Join Human Rights Campaign
Actor Sophia Bush and her wife, soccer player Ashlyn Harris, are using their platforms to “fight for LGBTQ justice.”
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