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Queer Dalit identity and the limits of visibility
4+ hour, 44+ min ago (1629+ words) Published: Apr 09, 2026 15: 07 IST - 18 MINS READ In 2007, I came out publicly in two different ways. As part of an early challenge to the criminalisation of "unnatural offences," Section 377, Indian Penal Code (now Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita), in an affidavit submitted before the…...
Conservative group threatens to sue Westwood over trans student policy
1+ day, 5+ hour ago (90+ words) Bergen Record Conservative group threatens to sue Westwood over trans student policy A conservative law firm has threatened to sue the Westwood Regional School District if it does not revoke a nearly decade-old district policy that offers accommodations in school…...
Omaha Lawmaker Attempts to Add Trans Legislation to Unrelated Bills - Omaha Today
9+ hour, 11+ min ago (213+ words) Apr. 9, 2026 at 1: 35am Omaha State Sen. Kathleen Kauth has twice tried to insert legislation related to transgender people into unrelated bills during the current legislative session. The proposed bills would regulate bathroom access and treatment for youth with gender dysphoria. Kauth's…...
Arben Fetai: New law puts an end to abuses in ethnic representation
1+ day, 48+ min ago (240+ words) Gazeta Express Arben Fetai: New law puts an end to abuses in ethnic representation Deputy Prime Minister Arben Fetai emphasized the importance of the adoption of the Law on Fair and Adequate Representation, describing it as a historic step towards…...
Ohio business coalition pushes for LGBTQ+ protections
20+ hour, 40+ min ago (698+ words) COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) " A coalition of more than 1, 300 businesses across Ohio is renewing efforts to pass statewide LGBTQ+ protections, arguing such policies are essential not only for civil rights, but also for economic growth. Leaders behind Ohio Business Competes joined…...
Proposed 2027 federal budget targets LGBTQ+ health and housing programs
15+ hour, 1+ min ago (338+ words) Did you know you can view homepages related to your area? Select a location and bookmark it today. LGBTQ Local News, Voices and Community for the Carolinas The Trump administration's proposed Fiscal Year 2027 budget would reduce or eliminate key programs…...
Thailand legalizes same-sex marriage: Why are homosexual relations legal in India, but marriage not recognized?
15+ hour, 8+ min ago (18+ words) Bhaskar English...
Why activists see the imprint of Hindutva in the new transgender law
13+ hour, 22+ min ago (1368+ words) In his new book, Rajmohan Gandhi lays out a "benevolent" path for followers of the Hindu faith Char-koni naan, lukhmi, paya shorba, nihari: What Hyderabad eats for breakfast Folk tale from Tripura: A man turns into a gibbon after plucking…...
Boston University Pauses Pride Flag Removals After Backlash
12+ hour, 4+ min ago (698+ words) By John Riley on April 8, 2026 @JRiley MW Boston University's president is apologizing for a now-rescinded policy that prohibited Pride flags and pro-LGBTQ signs in windows and other publicly visible spaces on campus. In the weeks since spring break ended on…...
Senegal: Homosexuality to Face Stricter Penalties
12+ hour, 18+ min ago (367+ words) My name is Marcy Ellerton, and I've been telling stories since I could hold a pen. As a queer journalist based in Minneapolis, I cover everything from grassroots activism to the everyday moments that make our community shine. When I'm…...