Across vast Muslim world, LGBTQ people remain marginalized
YOGYAKARTA, Indonesia (AP) — On the outskirts of Yogyakarta, an Indonesian city that’s home to many universities, is…
Lebanese band Mashrou’ Leila to split after online harassment
(Thomson Reuters Foundation) – Middle Eastern indie rock band Mashrou’ Leila has announced it will disband following online…
Sentenced for a selfie: Middle East police target LGBTQ+ phones
BEIRUT/LOS ANGELES (Thomson Reuters Foundation) – Before Omar leaves home in the morning, he carefully uninstalls the apps…
Arab film directors tackle gender taboos on big screen
BEIRUT (Thomson Reuters Foundation) – A Lebanese director who has just scooped up an award at Sundance Film…