Iran Scores Stunning Equalizer in World Cup
Iran's Mohebbi scores a jaw-dropping equalizer! ⚽️🇮🇷 Who knew the World Cup could be this thrilling? 💥
Sydney’s WorldPride 2023 Begins with a Bang: Check out the Photos from Mardi Gras Fair Day
Celebrate diversity, inclusivity, and acceptance with Sydney's community at the annual Mardi Gras Fair Day! This year's event marked the official beginning of the WorldPride 2023 festivities, showcasing a dazzling array of performances, attractions, and community stalls. Check out the photos inside the article and join us in the festivities! #SydneyWorldPride #MardiGrasFairDay #LGBTQIrights #diversity
Teenager’s Struggle with Same-Sex Attraction in 1960s Australia Explored in New Play
Discover the inspiring story of Lee Clayton, who fought for queer rights in 1960s Australia, as her struggles with same-sex attraction inspire a new play for #SydneyWorldPride. Join us in celebrating LGBTQ+ rights and diversity! #PrideMonth #QueerRights #InspiringStory
New South Wales Government Under Pressure to Ban Gay Conversion Practices
The NSW government is under pressure to ban gay conversion practices. Officials have been warned "the world is watching" ahead of Sydney's 17-day WorldPride festival, which begins on Friday. #LGBTQ+ #WorldPride #gayconversionpractices
Japanese Prime Minister Apologizes for Aide’s Anti-LGBTQ Comments
Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida apologizes to the LGBTQ community for discriminatory remarks made by his former aide. Activists are now urging the government to adopt an anti-discrimination law for sexual minorities. #LGBTQrights #Japan #FumioKishida #antidiscrimination #MasayoshiArai #sexualminorities
US Ambassador to Japan shows confidence in end to discrimination against LGBTQ people
US Ambassador to Japan is confident that the Japanese Government will ban discrimination against LGBTQ people ahead of the Group of Seven summit in May. Japan remains the only G-7 member without anti-discrimination legislation or recognition of same-sex marriage. #LGBTQ #Japan #discrimination
Japanese Municipalities Introduce Same-Sex Partnership Systems in Push for LGBTQ Equality
An increasing number of prefectural and municipal governments are introducing same-sex partnership systems, recognizing same-sex couples as being equivalent to married couples. Local leaders are hoping for progress in national discussions on related issues. #LGBTQrights #Japan #progress #equality
Inside Cooma jail: The Australian facility that operated as a ‘gay prison’
Discover the shameful history of Cooma jail, possibly the only "gay prison" in the world, from the 1950s to the 1970s. A former inmate speaks about his experience for the first time in the follow-up episode of "The Greatest Menace" podcast. #CoomaJail #TheGreatestMenace #LGBTQHistory
Australians Encouraged to Get Vaccinated for MPOX Ahead of Sydney WorldPride
Heading to Sydney WorldPride this month? Don't forget to get vaccinated for MPOX! The virus has a 95% infection rate among gay and bisexual men, so eligible individuals are being encouraged to get the jab ahead of the event. #SydneyWorldPride #MPOXvaccine #sexualhealth
Two-Thirds of Japanese Favor Legal Recognition of Same-Sex Marriage
According to a recent public opinion poll, nearly two-thirds of Japanese believe same-sex marriage should be legally recognised. The survey shows a significant shift in attitude towards the LGBTQ+ community in Japan. #Japan #SameSexMarriage #LGBTQ+ #HumanRights
Sri Lanka Supports Decriminalization of Same-Sex Relationships
The Sri Lankan government supports a bill to decriminalize same-sex relationships, but not legalize marriages. #Decriminalize #SameSex #SriLanka