international news

international news

love is sometimes not a lie

politics + activism

Hundreds of LGBTQ+ Couples Eagerly Wed as Thailand Legalizes Same-Sex Marriage

Nearly two thousand couples got married in Thailand today as legalized same-sex marriage went into effect and these photos are going to warm your heart I guarantee it.

Riese —

Jan 23, 2025

international news

joe biden

politics + activism

Here’s Why Biden’s Latest LGBTQI Memorandum Should Be Ringing Alarm Bells

The world outside of America is not just countries of people that need saving and there is no hypothetical past to return to that would make that saviour narrative real.…

Chinelo Anyadiegwu —

Feb 24, 2021

international news

nigeria

politics + activism

Where Do We Go to be Queer, Nigerian and Alive?

Queer and gender non-conforming Nigerians are more vulnerable to threats and extortion by the Nigerian Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) because they can legally be targeted for their sexuality or gender…

Chinelo Anyadiegwu —

Oct 21, 2020

covid-19

extra extra

politics + activism

Extra! Extra!: The Harrowing and Hopeful News about COVID-19 Around the Globe

This week’s Extra! Extra! COVID-19 offers a case-by-case look at how the pandemic is playing out in different parts of the world. Please join the conversation with stories from around…

himani —

Apr 6, 2020

extra extra

international news

politics + activism

Extra! Extra!: Conservative Supergroups and Progressive Campaign Organizing, Oh My!

This week’s Extra, Extra! brings you some reflections on the 2020 US election (not the primary!) from our beloved political writer and 2020 Democratic Debate Recapper Natalie, more disheartening immigration…

the team —

Feb 28, 2020

gay marriage

international news

politics + activism

Northern Ireland Makes History, Decriminalizes Both Abortion and Same-Gender Marriage

In a historic first both abortion and same gender marriage were decriminalised on midnight October 21st

Siobhan —

Oct 22, 2019

international news

ireland

politics + activism

Queer Journalist and LGBT Rights Activist Lyra McKee Killed in a Terrorist Incident in Northern Ireland

“Lyra was a ball of energy, passion and wit. To know her even a little was an inspiration.”

Molly Priddy —

Apr 19, 2019

amar a muerte

international news

tv reviews

Amar a Muerte’s Juliantina Is Your New Favorite Queer Couple

From conquering Latin America to conquering the world. Meet Juliantina, your new favorite queer couple.

Kristy Soto —

Mar 13, 2019

brazil

international news

politics + activism

What You Need to Know About Jair Bolsonaro, Brazil’s Homophobic Presidential Frontrunner

Here’s why Jair Bolsonaro is so dangerous to LGBTQ Brazilians, what’s been happening with the Brazilian presidential race the past few months and how Bolsonaro’s potential win could affect not…

Yvonne —

Oct 22, 2018

gay marriage

homophobia

politics + activism

Lesbian Married Couple Battle South Africa’s Homophobic Dept. of Home Affairs Over Spousal Visa

South Africa’s Department of Home Affairs has come under fire from LGBTQ activists and community members for discriminating against LGBTQ people in their processes.

Creatrix Tiara —

Feb 23, 2018

Australia

gay marriage

society + culture

Sunday Funday is Getting Hitched in Australia

Sister Rosetta Tharpe inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, Billie Jean King paved the way for openly gay tennis players, lesbian couples getting married in Australia, Alexandra…

KaeLyn —

Dec 17, 2017

international news

politics + activism

Fuel For Your Fire: LGBTIQ Activists From Around the World Share Their Stories

LGBTIQ+ activists from around the world gathered to discuss the challenges and the solutions from the front lines around the world at OutSummit.

Molly —

Dec 15, 2017