Gay news
Here are some recent and notable news stories related to the LGBTQ+ community:
Politics and Policy
- The US Supreme Court has ruled that federal employment discrimination laws protect LGBTQ+ individuals from discrimination based on their sexual orientation and gender identity. (June 2020)
- The Equality Act, a bill that would prohibit discrimination against LGBTQ+ individuals in employment, housing, credit, and other areas, has been introduced in the US Congress. (March 2021)
- The UK government has announced plans to introduce a ban on conversion therapy, a controversial practice aimed at changing a person's sexual orientation or gender identity. (February 2021)
Culture and Entertainment
- The TV show "Pose" has been renewed for a third season, making it the first TV series to feature an all-transgender cast. (July 2020)
- The film "Pride" has been selected as the opening night film for the 2021 Sundance Film Festival, a comedy-drama about a group of LGBTQ+ activists in the 1980s. (December 2020)
- The music festival Glastonbury has announced its first-ever LGBTQ+ stage, featuring performances by LGBTQ+ artists and allies. (March 2021)
Health and Wellness
- The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has released new guidelines for the prevention of HIV transmission among gay and bisexual men, recommending the use of pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) and post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP). (December 2020)
- The World Health Organization (WHO) has announced a new initiative to reduce stigma and discrimination against LGBTQ+ individuals in healthcare settings. (February 2021)
- A study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) has found that LGBTQ+ individuals are more likely to experience mental health issues and substance abuse than the general population. (January 2021)
International News
- The European Union has launched a new campaign to promote LGBTQ+ rights and visibility across the continent. (February 2021)
- The Australian government has announced plans to introduce a bill to protect LGBTQ+ individuals from discrimination in employment, education, and other areas. (March 2021)
- The Indian Supreme Court has ruled that the country's colonial-era sodomy law is unconstitutional, decriminalizing same-sex relationships. (September 2018)
These are just a few examples of the many news stories related to the LGBTQ+ community.