Europe Rollback of LGBTQ+ rights in Georgia a “blatant attack" Georgia is undergoing a deeply concerning regression in LGBTQ+ rights, as detailed in a newly released shadow report submitted to the United Nations for the Universal Periodic Review (UPR). Compiled by leading advocacy groups including the Women’s Initiatives Supporting Group, Equality Movement, and Tbilisi Pride, in collaboration with ILGA By Graham Robson • 2 min read
Europe ‘They Have to Be Loud’: German grandma Regina Nagel speaks out as LGBTQ+ rights targeted in her country In Germany, LGBTQ+ Pride celebrations are often known as Christopher Street Day (CSD) - a vibrant time of parades, protests and community gatherings. Each July, major cities across the country come alive with colour and solidarity. As Germany prepares for over 200 Pride events this summer, a growing wave of By Graham Robson • 2 min read
Europe Macrons file defamation lawsuit against right-wing commentator Candace Owens French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife, Brigitte Macron, have filed a defamation lawsuit in the United States against American right-wing commentator and podcaster Candace Owens. The legal action, lodged in Delaware Superior Court, accuses Owens of spreading a series of “verifiably false and devastating lies” about the couple, including By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Europe Tunisian rights group condemns wave of arrests targeting LGBTQ+ community A prominent Tunisian human rights organisation has denounced a recent spate of arrests targeting members of the LGBTQ+ community, accusing authorities of mistreatment and discriminatory enforcement of the country’s penal code. According to Damj, the Tunisian Association for Justice and Equality, at least 14 individuals were detained earlier in By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Europe Christian organisations ask followers to ‘pray’ for Matthew Grech - an ‘ex-gay Christian’ prosecuted for allegedly advertising conversion practices Christian organisations, including ‘Christian Concern’ and the ‘Christian Legal Centre’ have asked their followers to ‘pray’ for Matthew Grech - an ‘ex-gay Christian’ and former contestant on X Factor Malta, after he was prosecuted for allegedly advertising conversion practices after appearing in a 2022 interview on Maltese news platform, PMnews By Graham Robson • 2 min read
Culture EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Meet Bulgarian dreamboat, Mateo From Bulgaria to the World: Mateo's first English single Boys Toys literally smashes boxes-and boundaries! By Dale Melita • 6 min read
Europe Ireland's The Gay Project launches Cork Queer College The Gay Project, one of Ireland’s longest-standing LGBTQ+ advocacy organisations, has announced the launch of Cork Queer College, a pioneering educational initiative aimed at creating a radically inclusive learning environment for LGBTQ+ individuals and allies. The announcement follows the Gay Project’s recent milestone — the acquisition of its first By Graham Robson • 2 min read
Politics Electra Rome Dochtsi becomes first trans woman to lead a legally recognised political party in Greece Electra Rome Dochtsi has become the first trans woman to lead a legally recognised political party in Greece. She now serves as co-president of Volt Greece, the national branch of the pan-European political movement Volt Europa, which has publicly condemned transphobia, homophobia, and biphobia. In an interview with Deutsche Welle, By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Europe High Heels and High Spirits: Madrid’s Pride Race dazzles once again The streets of Chueca, Madrid’s vibrant LGBTQ+ district, were alive with colour, cheers, and the unmistakable clatter of stilettos as dozens of daring participants took part in the city’s iconic High Heel Race - a highlight of Madrid Pride. Strapped into heels towering nearly 6 inches, runners sprinted, By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Photo by Raphael Renter | @raphi_rawr / Unsplash Pride Berlin Pride: 5 tips for a wild, warm and wonderfully queer weekend in the Hauptstadt Berlin Pride is more than a party—it’s protest, play, and pure queer joy. From the unfenced, dance-all-day parade to legendary bars like Heile Welt and Tipsy Bear, here are 5 tips to make the most of your Pride weekend in the Hauptstadt. By Leslie Clarke • 4 min read
Photo by Ralf Knüfer / Unsplash Europe Beats in the Underground: How Berlin is using techno and art to reclaim its U-Bahn stations Berlin is turning to techno and art to make its U-Bahn stations safer — not with more police, but with beats, art and light. It’s a bold, very Berlin move, rooted in the city’s queer spirit and belief that culture can build community where fear once lingered. By Leslie Clarke • 4 min read
Europe Ireland’s Minister for Equality marks Pride Month with launch of “ambitious” 'National LGBTIQ+ Inclusion Strategy' Ireland’s Minister for Equality, Norma Foley, has marked Pride Month with launch of an “ambitious” National LGBTIQ+ Inclusion Strategy, which sets out the vision for “A safe, fair and inclusive Ireland where people are supported to live inclusive, healthy and fulfilling lives”. The launch follows on the heels of By Graham Robson • 2 min read
