Twitter has been accused of failing to tackle the spread of anti-LGBTQ hate speech and misinformation about monkeypox. Molly Gambhir tells you more.

WION Fineprint | Twitter failed to tackle LGBTQ monkeypox hate speech, says study

The restriction and classification of media content with LGBTQ themes will be continued by the Singapore government even after its planned decriminalisation of same-sex relationships.

Singapore to continue restricting LGBTQ content even after decriminalising gay sex

There is a wind of change blowing across Asia. After Singapore, Vietnam has taken a progressive step towards recognising the rights of the LBTQ+ community. Reportedly, in a paradigm shift, Vietnam's health ministry confirmed that being gay, bisexual or transgender is not an illness.

Vietnam takes a progressive step: Declares being LGBTQ+ is not an illness

LGBTQ community in Singapore on Monday (August 22) welcomed government's plan of decriminalising gay sex. However, the community warned that amendment in the constitution to enshrine traditional definition of marriage may promote inequality.

Singapore: LGBTQ community fears enshrining traditional marriage will cause inequality

A judge in Utah has postponed the enforcement of a statewide ban on transgender children participating in sports that was imposed earlier this year. This comes as a huge relief as most school students head back to school this month.

Sigh of relief for transgender girls, as Utah judge halts ban on their participation in school sports

A sensitive approach is required while addressing LGBTQ rights. Not because of the individuals who are part of the community, but because of those outside the community.

France steps up for LGBTQ rights, to appoint an ambassador by the end of this year

Former England wicket-keeper batter Steve Davis had become the first cricketer to publicly come out as gay. Now, New Zealand's former pacer Heath Davis has also followed suit.

'Was going to seedy places to get sex': Former NZ cricketer narrates his story after coming out as gay

Popular Afghan-American novelist Khaled Hosseini, whose debut novel `The Kite Runner` was a critical and commercial success, on Wednesday revealed that his daughter, Haris, has come out as transgender and shared a heartwarming note for her.

'The Kite Runner' author Khaled Hosseini's daughter comes out as transgender, says 'never been prouder of her'

In pics: London celebrates 50th anniversary of Pride parade

Months before June, companies’ marketing calendars remind them to start working on their pride campaigns: the graphic design department decorates logos and slogans with colourful rainbows; the copywriting department writes jingles and puns with queer lingo, and the finance department estimates how much profit the campaign is forecasted to generate.

Enough with the rainbow washing

After two years of COVID-19 restrictions, thousands of people took part in a colourful Pride Parade on Saturday (June 25) in Santiago de Chile and Lima, Peru to demand equal rights and an end to violence against the LGBTQ+ community.

Thousands participate in Pride parade in Peru & Chile

In the mass shooting, which took place in Norway's capital, at least two people have been killed and 20 others have been injured. The shooting has now been declared as an act of terror by the Norwegian prime minister.

Oslo on extraordinary terror level alert after mass shooting in Norway's capital

In Norway's Oslo, a gunman went on a terrifying rampage in a gay bar and surrounding streets killing two persons and seriously injuring at least 21 people. Meanwhile, city's LGBTQ+ community was gearing up for an annual pride parade.

Norway: Gunman opens fire at Oslo gay bar, 2 killed & 21 injured in shooting

Pride Month: LGBTQ couples in sports who inspire us to come out of the closet

Pixar's latest film, 'Lightyear,' has been banned in some Middle Eastern nations for its LGBTQ content as the globe celebrates Pride Month this June.

These films faced bans in the Middle East for LGBTQ themes

In a setback for activists after a landmark verdict last year found the opposite, a Japanese court ruled on Monday that the country's failure to recognise same-sex marriage is constitutional.

Japan: In major blow to LGBTQ rights, court rules same-sex marriage ban is not unconstitutional

Thousands marched around the world for LGBTQ+ rights. While 'Pink dot' gay rights rally held in Singapore, Greek and Turkish Cypriots celebrated Pride with dance.

Thousands march around the globe for LGBTQ+ rights and pride

The streets of Madrid were filled with artwork promoting the LGTBQIA+ community ahead of pride month. This year’s theme is ‘Together As Ourselves’.

‘Pride art’ in Madrid streets ahead of Pride festival

Ariana Grande to Chris Evans: Stars who proudly show support & love to their LGBTQ+ family 

It's pride month and Rebel Wilson just introduced the world to the love of her life. On Thursday, Wilson posted a photo on Instagram of herself and her girlfriend Ramona Agruma.

Rebel Wilson has found her 'Disney Princess', introduces girlfriend to the world in a new Instagram post

In pics: Bangkok celebrates its first pride parade in nearly 16 years

A hundred days after the Russia-Ukraine war started, there are hundreds of ordinary citizens who have been fighting that war in Ukraine and among them are the country's unsung LGBTQ soldiers.

Meet Ukraine's 'Rainbow' soldiers: LGBTQ soldiers wear unicorn motifs to 'accept identity'

Thousands of people attended the annual Jerusalem Pride Parade on Thursday amid heavy protection by Israeli police, who arrested three people suspected of threatening the event. Jerusalem has been holding these annual celebrations of the LGBTQ+ rights since 2002.

Jerusalem holds annual pride parade, heavy security deployed

In the lives of queer individuals, accepting their sexuality in front of their families and loved ones is one of the most emotional and difficult tasks. Out of the fear of being misunderstood, hated, or disowned, many choose to live a lie. Now, a Chinese firm has launched a kit, that helps people who identify with the LGBTQ community 'come out' to their families.

Chinese company's 'coming-out kit' to help LGBTQ community

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