Country's Traditional National Council has drafted a new penal code The post Mali on the verge of criminalizing homosexuality appeared first on Washington Blade: LGBTQ News, Politics, LGBTQ Rights, Gay News.

When I first told people that I would be travelling to Estonia, the responses it elicited shocked me. While excited for me, family members were quick to say “stay safe,” while friends  and those listening in to my conversations made comments ranging from bewildering to downright xenophobic. I recall one stranger warning me to […]The post

Democrat Tammy Baldwin has won a third term in the US senate. The out LGBTQ+ senator held on to her Wisconsin seat after a nail-biting election, polling 49.4 per cent of the vote to Republican rival Eric Hovde’s 48.5. Associated Press called the result hours after Donald Trump had declared victory for the Republicans in […]The post

International News Editor Michael K. Lavers was on assignment in the country last monthThe post PHOTOS: Israel at war appeared first on Washington Blade: LGBTQ News, Politics, LGBTQ Rights, Gay News.

Suspects reportedly used Grindr to target victim The post Seven Salisbury University students arrested, charged in hate crime investigation appeared first on Washington Blade: LGBTQ News, Politics, LGBTQ...

Trumps confounding victory will hurt many people who voted for himThe post Racism and misogyny are alive in America appeared first on Washington Blade: LGBTQ News, Politics, LGBTQ Rights, Gay News.

Proponents hope measure will allow more minority votes to be heardThe post D.C. voters approve controversial Initiative 83 appeared first on Washington Blade: LGBTQ News, Politics, LGBTQ Rights, Gay News.

  Businessman Trump and politician Trump have different perspectives on LGBTQIA+ rights. THIS ARTICLE FIRST APPEARED ONUNCLOSETED MEDIAA NEW INVESTIGATIVE LGBTQIA...

Move comes on same day D.C. police released photos of suspectsThe post Juvenile arrested in case of anti-gay attack at 14th & U McDonalds appeared first on Washington Blade: LGBTQ News, Politics, LGBTQ Rights, Gay News.

Our LGBTQIA2S+ community has risen again and again to meet moments that have challenged our rights, our humanity, and our freedom. Today is no different. Ours is a long history of never backing down from a fight for our rights. United in our strength, during the most difficult of times, we have pushed forward and achieved significant progress across the decades. From the early day...

Non-profit organisation GLAAD has urged the LGBTQ+ community to see Donald Trumps re-election as “another catalyst for change” in the wake of the 2024 US election. President-Elect Trump won the US election, marking a return to the White House for himself and the Republican Party. Trump, who had already declared victory over Vice President Kamala […]The post

Once considered a safe haven, West African nation's LGBTQ+ citizens says they are now afraid to be seen in public

New Yorkers passed an Equal Rights Amendment, Prop 1, to defend abortion and LGBTQ+ rights in the state. Despite President-Elect Donald Trump winning the 2024 US Election, New Yorkers voted for Proposition 1 on the other side of their ballot to ensure that abortion rights and other civil rights are enshrined in the states constitution. […]The post

Crisis hotlines catering to LGBTQ+ youths and adults have seen a staggering uptick in calls from people distressed over Donald Trumps election victory.

The nation’s rightward shift and the return of Donald Trump to the presidency were not the only headlines on election night in America. Exit polls revealed the voting patterns of LGBTQ Americans, there were historic firsts in Congressional contests, and several states voted on ballot initiatives pertaining to same-sex marriage and discrimination protections. …

There were some notable victories for LGBTQ+ candidates and causes in Tuesdays election, despite the devastating results that saw Donald Trump win the presidency and Republicans take control of the U.S. Senate and possibly the House of Representatives.

Need a boost to get over Hump Day, orthis week in particulara momentary break from the despair? The Hot Sheet is Queertys midweek pop culture catch-up, highlighting the entertainment stories everyones talking about, the ones you mightve missed, and the notable LGBTQ+ film & TV releases in the days ahead. Heres ever...

Vice president spoke after she conceded to incoming president The post Kamala Harris addresses country after Trump victory appeared first on Washington Blade: LGBTQ News, Politics, LGBTQ Rights, Gay News.

As many LGBTQ people and political activists express fears over a second Donald Trump term in the presidency, some think fleeing the country may be the safest option for their families. There are many options for those hearing Trump's promise fo...