WorldPride Events Moved Amidst Concerns Over LGBTQ+ Rights
WorldPride events in D.C. face relocation from the Kennedy Center due to concerns over LGBTQ+ rights under the Trump administration. Artists and activists protest cultural purge.
Transgender Rights: Public Support & Political Debate
Majority support gender-affirming care, yet political divides persist. Trump's policies contrast with public opinion. Democrats are split and gender-affirming care definitions varies by age.
Lux Pascal: Trans Star, Pedro Pascal’s Sister, LGBTQ+ Advocate
Lux Pascal, actress and trans advocate, discusses her career, brother Pedro Pascal's support, and navigating the current anti-trans climate. She has two upcoming U.S. projects.
Target Boycott: DEI Controversy & Foot Traffic Decline
Target faces boycott after ending DEI programs, leading to foot traffic decline in February and March. Pastor Jamal Bryant demands investment in Black-owned businesses and DEI restoration.
George Santos: From Congress to Conviction & Drag
George Santos faces sentencing for fraud, campaign finance violations, and identity theft. His lies and drag persona, Kitara Ravache, fuel the controversy as prosecutors seek prison time. Social media activity hurts his case.
Buttigieg: Gay Identity, Politics, and Fatherhood
Pete Buttigieg discusses his gay identity, political stances, and challenges of raising Black children as a white gay father on the 'Flagrant' podcast, addressing identity, policy, and political divides.
ACA, LGBTQ+ Rights & Healthcare: Supreme Court Showdown
A Supreme Court case threatens free preventative care (STI/diabetes screening, PrEP, birth control) under the ACA. LGBTQ+ rights and public health are at stake. Trump-appointed justices may decide.
LGBTQ+ Rights, Scams & Progress in India: Pride Amritsar & Tamil Nadu Policy
Pride Amritsar canceled parade due to opposition. Sahitya Akademi highlights queer voices. Tamil Nadu advances LGBTQIA+ welfare policy. Dating app scams targeting LGBTQ+ community are increasing, highlighting persistent challenges.
Supreme Court: LGBTQ+ Books, Parental Rights, and Religious Freedom
The Supreme Court weighs parental rights, religious freedom, and LGBTQ+ inclusive books in schools. Justices consider opt-out policies and curriculum concerns, potentially impacting national education standards. Focus on LGBTQ+ themes, parental rights, and Supreme Court.
Transgender Military Ban Faces Skeptical Judges
A US court reviews the Trump administration's transgender military ban, facing arguments over deployability, identity, and potential constitutional violations. The policy's logic and impact on service members are questioned.
Gay Couple Alleges Discrimination at Sheraton Puerto Vallarta Wedding
A gay couple alleges discrimination by a Sheraton in Puerto Vallarta regarding wedding plans, citing a huge price difference compared to heterosexual couples. Raises concerns about LGBTQ+ inclusivity in hospitality.
Pope Francis & LGBTQ+ Catholics: Progress & Challenges
Pope Francis meets LGBTQ+ Catholics, signaling progress. However, Vatican's stance on gender-affirming care and marriage equality remains a challenge. Advocates emphasize mixed legacy, citing ongoing inequalities.