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College Discards Hundreds of LGBTQ+ Books
A college in the USA has discarded hundreds of books with LGBTQ+ and other progressive themes following changes implemented by state Republicans. The book disposal has sparked backlash and media coverage, leading to public frustration and concern.
The WHO Declares Mpox a Global Health Emergency
The WHO has raised the alarm as Mpox (monkeypox) cases surge, with the virus mutating and spreading to new regions of the world.
LGBTQ+ Adults Are Coming Out Younger
A recent Gallup study found that the majority of LGBTQ+ people come out younger than they used to their friends, while but 18% reported never coming out to anyone at all.
Gay sporting hero Tom Daley Announces Retirement
"It was emotional at the end, up there on the platform, knowing it was going to be my last competitive dive." Tom Daley, winner of five Olympic medals.
Paris Mayor Defends Inclusive Olympics Opening Ceremony
The Mayor of Paris has vigorously defended the 2024 Olympics opening ceremony, hitting back at right-wing critics who condemned it as woke and against god!
Thailand's Marriage Equality Laws are Cause for Celebrations
Thailand has taken an enormous leap towards equality with new inclusive marriage laws that positively impact LGBTIQ+ individuals across Southeast Asia.
Pope Francis criticises conservative mindsets while clarifying his views on LGBTIQ+ blessings
In a rare interview with 60 Minutes, Pope Francis clarified his stance on blessing same-sex marriages while also criticising out-of-date conservative views.
Grindr attacks in both Canberra and Victoria
Police in both the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and Victoria are investigating a series of targeted homophobic attacks where men were lured via dating apps and then assaulted.
Another person has likely been cured of HIV
A German man appears to be the seventh person cured of HIV after a 2015 stem cell transplant for leukemia, according to researchers presenting at the 2024 International AIDS Conference.