LGBT

Russian sexologists to target homosexuality, other 'disorders' under new rules

The order comes amid a clampdown on LGBT rights, which President Vladimir Putin has sought to portray as evidence of moral decay in Western countries and from which Russia must be protected.

By REUTERS
29/06/2023

Under the radar of legislators and the public - opinion

Public discussion should be held in the Knesset and should address the implications of the use of technological systems.

Yair Lapid gives Knesset Torah lesson after haredi MK says LGBT are 'Israel's greatest danger'

The son of the famously anti-religious former MK Tommy Lapid put on a Kippah before reading and quoting numerous verses from the Torah.

Charleston rabbi resigns, saying anti-LGBT legislation is to blame

In addition, states including South Carolina have seen book bans focused on taking LGBTQ- and race-themed works off shelves; such efforts have also ensnared books about Jewish life and the Holocaust.

By ANDREW LAPIN/JTA
24/06/2023

BBYO’s Orlando convention plans pose a Florida conundrum for LGBTQ Jews and their allies

B’nai Brith Youth Organization one of the world’s largest Jewish youth movements is planning to hold its upcoming 100th anniversary convention in Orlando.

By ANDREW LAPIN/JTA
23/06/2023

'God is queer' says German Protestant pastor at conference

Germany's far-right AfD Party tweeted that "the Evangelical Church has completely distanced itself from the Christian faith" after the speech.

16/06/2023

Montana man sentenced to 18 years for shooting to rid town of LGBTQ residents

"Howald set out to rid the town of all LGBTQI+ members by killing them," said Assistant Attorney General Kristen Clarke of the Justice Department's civil rights division.

By REUTERS
15/06/2023
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