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Good Law Project sues Ofcom for failing to take action against Talk TV for transphobic misinformation and hate
1+ day, 57+ min ago (196+ words) Good Law Project has launched a legal challenge against Ofcom alleging that the broadcasting regulator has failed to take action to stop Talk TV from breaking the law with a torrent of misinformation and transphobic hate. In July 2025, Good Law…...
Melania Trump endorses restrictions on trans athletes in women's sport
1+ day, 4+ hour ago (372+ words) Melania Trump has endorsed restrictions on trans athletes in women's sport, following a landmark US Supreme Court decision that has drawn strong reaction from civil rights groups. In a public statement shared on social media, the First Lady said she…...
Man accused of killing trans student Juniper Blessing deemed unfit for trial
1+ day, 4+ hour ago (318+ words) A man accused of fatally stabbing a trans university student more than 40 times has been found not competent to stand trial, a US court has ruled. Christopher Leahy, 31, is charged with the murder of 19yearold Juniper Blessing, a University of Washington…...
This is no time to relax.": Holly Johnson becomes patron of Sussex Beacon
2+ day, 2+ hour ago (449+ words) Singer and LGBTQ+ activist Holly Johnson has been named as a patron of the Sussex Beacon, as the Brighton-based charity continues to expand its services for people living with HIV. Holly, best known as the frontman of Frankie Goes to…...
"The gayest Parliament in the world." Starmer defends Labour's LGBTQ+ record at Pride reception
2+ day, 5+ hour ago (529+ words) Outgoing prime minister Sir Keir Starmer has insisted his government will "defend" LGBTQ+ rights, as he used a Downing Street Pride reception to highlight policy achievements - but his remarks come at a time of growing scepticism towards Labour among parts…...
Met apologises over handling of gay student's death
2+ day, 5+ hour ago (614+ words) The Metropolitan Police has apologised to the family of a 19-year-old student following an investigation into the handling of his death, admitting elements of the original inquiry "did not meet the high standards we expect. Ed Cornes, who was gay,…...
Two members of UK LGBTQ+ choirs recovering after homophobic attack in Brussels
2+ day, 5+ hour ago (589+ words) Two members of UK LGBTQ+ choirs are recovering after a serious homophobic assault while attending an international festival in Brussels. James and Simon were in the Belgian capital for the Various Voices Choir Festival - a major event which brings together…...
New York Mayor, Zohran Mamdani, announces $15million to expand trans youth healthcare access
2+ day, 31+ min ago (322+ words) New York City is set to spend $15 million (11. 8m) to expand access to gender-affirming healthcare for young people, as officials attempt to shore up services amid growing political pressure and gaps in provision across the United States. Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced…...
Sheffield Wednesday's LGBTQ+ supporters' group calls for education and accountability after club signs Callum Slattery
2+ day, 2+ hour ago (363+ words) Sheffield Wednesday's LGBTQ+ supporters' group Rainbow Owls has called for accountability and rehabilitation following the signing of midfielder Callum Slattery, after highlighting his previous conviction for a homophobic offence. In a statement issued after Slattery's move to the club from…...
Reform UK councillor apologises after singling out staff member wearing trans flag lanyard
3+ day, 1+ hour ago (370+ words) A senior Reform UK councillor has issued an apology after a social media post highlighted a council employee wearing a transgender flag-coloured lanyard. Michael Squires, a cabinet member at Leicestershire County Council, faced complaints after sharing an image from a…...