Oscar Wilde Gets His Library Card Back, 125 Years After His Death
The Irish writer was barred in 1895 after being convicted of gross indecency. On Thursday, the British Library will hand over a symbolic new card to his grandson.
Homosexuality and Bisexuality
Iran Lures Transgender Foreigners for Surgery but Forces Operations on Locals
Iran became a pioneer in gender transition operations by forcing procedures on L.G.B.T.Q. Iranians. Desperate for cash, the Islamic republic is hoping to attract trans patients from around the world.
Hong Kong Lawmakers Vote to Reject Same-Sex Rights Bill
Legislators voted down a proposal that would have given some rights to couples who married overseas. Campaign groups urged the government to try again.
Hong Kong’s Same-Sex Rights Bill Meets Rare Defiance From Lawmakers
Legislators could sink a government proposal that would give some rights to couples who married overseas, raising questions about the city’s status as an international hub.
L.G.B.T.Q. Catholics Have Jubilee With Pope’s Blessing, if Not His Presence
Leo XIV did not meet with pilgrims, but he has indicated that he is supportive of an open, welcoming church.
Chinese Police Detain Dozens of Writers Over Gay Erotic Online Novels
The genre known as Boys’ Love, stories written mostly by and for straight women, has been in the authorities’ sights for years.
Budapest Pride Parade Was Bigger Than Ever, Despite Orban’s Ban
Prime Minister Viktor Orban’s party enacted the ban, but Budapest’s mayor allowed the event to go on. The police sat on the sidelines.
Gay-Themed Forum Is Canceled in Malaysia
The public criticism from the government and online attacks that prompted its organizers to back down are the latest examples of the increasing influence of religious conservatism.
Gay-Themed Forum Is Canceled in Malaysia
The public criticism from the government and online attacks that prompted its organizers to back down are the latest examples of the increasing influence of religious conservatism.
Trump’s Visit Makes a Splash in Saudi Arabia
Many Saudis say they are big fans of President Trump, calling him a “straight shooter” who shares their values. Others were not impressed.