The death by suicide of Shumar, a 29-year-old queer asylum seeker, at a reception center in Schalkhaar has prompted renewed concerns over the welfare of LGBTQ+ individuals in the Dutch asylum system.
Read MoreFor the roughly 330 people in the Netherlands with a non-binary 'X' on their ID, the path to legal recognition is not a simple administrative step but a lengthy court procedure. One person shares their year-long journey through the legal system.
Read MoreCanadian actor Hudson Williams, known for his leading role in the gay hockey romance 'Heated Rivalry', has secured a recurring role in the upcoming Netflix miniseries 'The Altruists', which chronicles the collapse of the FTX crypto empire.
Read MorePoland's Supreme Administrative Court has ruled that same-sex marriages legally performed in other EU member states, such as the Netherlands, must be administratively recognized. The decision requires Polish officials to register foreign marriage certificates, a significant step for binational couples.
Read MoreThai performer Gawdland has been named the winner of the third season of 'RuPaul’s Drag Race UK vs The World', becoming the first Asian queen to claim the international title.
Read MoreProfessional wrestler Aaron Rourke has secured a historic victory, becoming the first openly gay singles champion in WWE history after winning the Evolve Championship.
Read MoreAmerican racing organization NASCAR has suspended driver Daniel Dye after he used a homophobic voice to mock a fellow competitor during a public livestream. His team has also suspended him and he will be required to complete sensitivity training.
Read MoreLong-time activist Bhumika Shrestha has been appointed to Nepal's National Assembly, becoming the country's first transgender woman to hold a seat in the national parliament.
Read MoreA man in Seattle, USA, has been sentenced to a total of seven and a half years for two separate, violent assaults on transgender women, with a judge citing a clear pattern of targeted, biased harm.
Read MoreThe Belgian capital will celebrate three decades of Pride on Saturday, 16 May 2026, with a parade and events centered on the theme of resilience in challenging times.
Read MoreTransvisie's TransAnders initiative provides monthly online and in-person discussion groups for non-binary, gender-questioning, and gender diverse individuals seeking connection and shared experience.
Read MoreAs municipal elections approach, a closer look at city budgets reveals a crucial fact: local councils have limited control, with over 72% of their funding coming directly from the national government.
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