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Jozi clubbing: Glow is back!: Glow - the LGBTQ inclusive party - is back, with one seriously sexy lineup, featuring International superstar house DJ Sebb Junior (France).

The world’s first gender-neutral dolls have arrived: The makers of Barbie have unveiled a new range of gender-neutral dolls that allow children the freedom to create their own characters and genders.

Indonesia | President delays draconian extramarital sex ban: Indonesia's president, Joko Widodo, has delayed the ratification of a controversial new penal code that would criminalise sex outside of marriage, including sex between LGBTQ people.

Israel’s education minister backs gay conversion therapy: There are calls for Israel's Education Minister, Rafael Peretz, to be fired after he said he believes that gay people can be 'cured' through conversion therapy.

Mormon Church reverses extreme anti-LGBTQ policy: In a welcome but still limited move, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has dropped its ban on accepting and baptising the children of LGBTQ Mormons.

South African gay hit film Kanarie to get US release: After a successful run at the local box office, it's been announced that the award-winning gay-themed Afrikaans film Kanarie will be released in US cinemas.

New York Times: Nakhane one of 10 artists to watch in 2019: Nakhane's star continues to rise around the world as the New York Times sings the praises of the South African queer musician.

Pope Francis says being gay is a “fashion” plaguing the priesthood: Pope Francis says he's concerned that priests are in danger of falling victim to the "fashion" of being gay.

Gay rugby icon Gareth Thomas accepts apology for gay bashing: Gareth Thomas, the first openly gay international rugby player, was attacked in a homophobic hate crime over the weekend, but chose not to press charges.

The 2018 Feather Awards In Pictures: The 2018 Feather Awards was a spectacular night of fun and glamour, celebrating allies, achievers and pioneers of African LGBTQ rights.