Indonesia's top Islamic clerical body warned men against wearing women's clothing during Independence Day festivities, declaring the practice haram amid rising anti-LGBTQ sentiment in the nation.
Tens of thousands marched in Prague for LGBTQ+ Pride under heightened security, observing a moment of silence for victims of a recent van attack in Berlin.
The US Department of Commerce is circulating a proposed rule to remove race and sexual orientation questions and exclude undocumented immigrants from the 2030 census, raising concerns over federal funding and political representation.
Durante il mese del Pride, candidati Lgbtq+ alle elezioni provinciali del Quebec segnalano un aumento dei messaggi d'odio online, con QS che denuncia un'ondata 'eccezionale e preoccupante' contro i propri candidati.
A Justiça de São Paulo manteve a condenação da igreja Voz da Verdade e de dois líderes religiosos ao pagamento de R$ 100 mil por danos morais coletivos após discursos discriminatórios contra a população LGBTQIA+.
MHP Lideri, Türkgün Gazetesine verdiği röportajda Türk aile yapısının geleneksel ve güçlü olduğunu, ancak teknolojik gelişmeler ve sosyal medya gibi faktörlerin olumsuz etkilediğini belirtti. Ayrıca, nüfus artış hızındaki düşüşün beka meselesi olduğunu vurgulayarak, liyakatin eğitimde önemli olduğunu ifade etti.
MHP Başkanı Bahçeli, nüfus artış hızındaki düşüşü bir baka meselesi olarak tanımlayarak, aile yapısının dağılmasına ve olumsuz etkilere karşı ivedilikle önlem alınması gerektiğini belirtti.
A Parada LGBTI+ em Mosqueiro, Pará, com o tema "Nosso voto tem orgulho!", visa celebrar a diversidade, defender os direitos da população LGBTI+ e combater a LGBTIfobia, esperando um grande público e fortalecendo o turismo local.
O Bonito CineSur – Festival Sul-Americano de Bonito – encerrou sua quarta edição com a premiação de filmes e uma homenagem ao indigenista Vincent Carelli. O diretor colombiano Alejandro Calderón foi o maior vencedor, e produções de Mato Grosso do Sul, "Natasha" e "Higa Ke – Olho por Olho", também foram reconhecidas.
West African countries, including Senegal, Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso, are increasing anti-LGBTQ+ laws, with Ghana passing a similar bill. This trend is driven by local political opportunism, military juntas, and international conservative groups, leading to severe impacts on the LGBTQ+ community and hindering HIV prevention efforts.
A Senate committee recommends the Australian government issue a national apology to LGBTQ+ veterans and service personnel who experienced discrimination by the Australian Defence Force, alongside legislative changes to address historical injustices and modernize military discipline.
The U.S. Department of Education is investigating Denver Public Schools and Bethel School District (WA) for allegedly violating federal law by not allowing parental opt-out on sex-related topics, citing a same-sex kissing exercise and a Pride month testosterone display.
Serbia's LGBTQ+ community faces increasing violence, with recorded attacks rising to 110 in the last year, amid a harshening social climate fueled by right-wing nationalist groups and lack of accountability for perpetrators.
Wendy Faith and Alesi Diana Denise, accused of same-sex activity under Uganda's anti-LGBTQ+ laws, were acquitted after five months in prison in Arua City. Their case highlights ongoing fear and discrimination for LGBTQ+ Ugandans despite the charges being dropped.
German farmer Michael Stucke's "Rainbow Wool" project rescues gay rams from slaughter, using their wool for fashion. Profits support the LSVD+ foundation, aiding LGBTQ+ refugees in Europe, and challenges the notion of sexual orientation as a choice.
German farmer Michael Stucke, with Nadia Leytes and late Johan, founded "Rainbow Wool" to save "unprofitable" gay rams from slaughter, using their wool for fashion. Profits support the LSVD+ foundation, aiding nearly 2000 LGBTQ+ refugees in Europe, advocating for animal and human rights.
Wendy Faith and Alesi Diana Denise were discharged after five months in a Ugandan prison, accused of same-sex activity under the Anti-Homosexuality Act. Their case was discontinued, but they face ongoing trauma, social stigma, and threats from the community.
O casal Ieda Simplício e Fabiana Nogueira, mulheres negras e LGBTQ+, foi encontrado morto em São Vicente após desaparecer em Praia Grande. A Polícia Civil investiga o caso sob sigilo como possível crime de ódio, com viés misógino e lesbofóbico. Entidades e políticos cobram justiça e investigação séria.
Netflix's "Heartstopper," based on Alice Oseman's graphic novels, concludes after six books, three seasons, and a film, leaving a significant cultural impact. The series is celebrated for its positive LGBTQ+ representation, offering joy and reassurance to young queer people, despite some criticism for its sanitized depiction of adolescence.
Die Pride-Bewegung hat sich von einem Protest gegen Polizeigewalt zu einem globalen Massenphänomen entwickelt, das einen strategisch befeuerten Backlash von rechter Politik und Fundamentalismus erlebt. Trotz dieser Herausforderungen zeigt sich weltweit Widerstand durch Aktivisten und internationale Solidarität.
Former Brisbane Lions player Leigh Ryswyk, the first current or former AFL player to publicly come out as gay, advocates for LGBTQIA+ inclusion in football. He calls for respect during an upcoming Adelaide vs. Collingwood match, following a past homophobic slur incident and subsequent booing, while celebrating progress in leagues and his role in education sessions.
The owners of a deconsecrated Sydney church terminated the lease of LGBTQIA+ pop-up club Divine Playhouse, citing "offensive trade" after Christian community complaints and protests. Organisers, who are considering legal action, were told to vacate within three days.
Nasce il primo database nazionale sugli abusi e le molestie nelle università italiane. Nel 2025, 124 donne e persone LGBTQIA+ sono state accolte. Prevalgono violenza psicologica, sessuale e stalking.
An LGBTQ-themed cruise ship, the Scarlet Lady, was denied entry to Egypt after previously being blocked from stops in Türkiye. Organizers were forced to reroute the ship for a second time, with Egyptian authorities withdrawing permission at the last minute without public explanation.
