Scientists: Same-sex behaviours likely part of all animals’ original evolution
Researchers believe that same-sex behaviours evolved naturally alongside different-sex behaviours among all sexually producing animals.
Malaysia | 4 men caned for alleged gay ‘offences’
The “vicious” caning of four men in Malaysia convicted of “an attempt at sexual intercourse against the order of nature” is part of an increasing crackdown on LGBTI people in the country.
SA hate pastor backs Israel Folau on gays causing natural disasters
Local hate pastor Oscar Bougardt has thrown his weight behind sacked Wallabies star Israel Folau’s claim that Australia’s massive bushfires are due to God’s fury over same-sex marriage.
Makeup artist takes Miss Gay Western Cape crown (Pics)
Maxine Wild, a 24-year-old makeup artist from Belhar, was recently crowned the winner of one of the most prestigious annual drag pageants in South Africa; Miss Gay Western Cape.
This tender music video celebrates young queer love
A new music video by producer Andrea Consoli and Lima Alpha Uniform is a heartwarming celebration of young queer love that you must watch.
Comedian Kevin Meyer resumes homophobic jokes
Despite a public backlash, Facebook bans and complaints to the SAHRC, Johannesburg comedian Kevin Meyer is continuing to make and instigate homophobic comments on social media.
Tinder addresses complaints of transgender discrimination
Popular dating app Tinder says it is taking steps to improve its service after transgender members complained that they have been banned.
Uganda | 67 charged with “common nuisance” after gay-friendly bar raid
Sixty-seven of the around 120 people arrested at a popular gay-friendly bar in Uganda have been formally charged.
Still no arrests in actor’s homophobic hate crime mob attack
Police have yet to arrest the suspects in the homophobic hate crime attack on South African actor Sisonke Yafele in Makhanda (Grahamstown).
Uganda | Police raid LGBTIQ-friendly bar in Kampala
Police have arrested 120 people in an apparent drugs raid on a gay-friendly bar in Kampala, but activists say that this was an excuse to target the LGBTQ community.