LGBTQ+ news from Europe
Latest LGBTQ+ news from across Europe.
Anna Kendrick to direct Netflix’s bisexual Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo adaptation
Anna Kendrick has officially been tapped to direct Netflix’s long-awaited adaptation of The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo. Taylor Jenkins Reid’s hit romance novel follows Evelyn Hugo, an ageing Hollywood actress, as she recounts her life story and details of her seven very public marriages to a j...
‘Gay walking speed’ may have unexpected health benefits, experts say
It’s a long held belief or stereotype that gay men walk faster than straight men – and whether or not that’s true, experts say it could come with some health benefits. While we’re all recommended to hit 10,000 steps a day to maintain good health, growing research suggests that the speed at which ...
Elon Musk confirms he got into politics because of estranged trans daughter Vivian Wilson
Elon Musk has confirmed he only got into politics because of his estranged daughter, trans icon Vivian Wilson. Wilson herself had previously said that Musk’s turn towards the right was “not because of [her].” “It’s such a convenient narrative, that the reason he turned right is because I’m a f***...
Patagonia shares list of demands in drag queen Pattie Gonia lawsuit as they acknowledge ‘hurt caused’
Outdoor brand Patagonia has taken their lawsuit against drag queen Pattie Gonia to social media, sharing a list of demands for the climate activist. The clothing brand sued Pattie Gonia, real name Wyn Wiley, in January of this year alleging trademark infringement. Wiley, who has raised around $4m...
Transgender troops can stay in US military as Trump’s ban found to be illegal
Transgender troops are permitted to stay in the US military, an appeals court ruled on 1 June, however the military may continue to block enlistment. The ruling was a split decision, and it’s reportedly expected to be challenged by Donald Trump’s government and will likely end up in the supreme c...
New UK draft Code of Practice intensifies exclusion of trans people
TGEU, ILGA-Europe, IGLYO, OII Europe, EL*C, Rainbow Cities Network, the European Pride Business Network and the European Forum of LGBTI+ Christian Groups are deeply alarmed […] The post New UK draft Code of Practice intensifies exclusion of trans people first appeared on ILGA-Europe.
Trans woman found dead near Houston bayou identified as Persia Amarra Conway
The transgender woman whose body was discovered near Brays Bayou in Houston last Monday (25 May) has been identified as 33-year-old Persia Amarra Conway. Conway’s identity was first confirmed by Blaque Out magazine on Friday (29 May), citing social media posts from her family. In a Facebook post ...
Ohio man tased after allegedly pulling down trans women’s skirt at amusement park
An 18-year-old Ohio man has been arrested after allegedly pulling down a transgender woman’s skirt and underwear in front of numerous bystanders, including children, at Cedar Point amusement park on Tuesday (26 May). According to a police report obtained by the Sandusky Register, the incident hap...
Ghana’s parliament approves anti-LGBTQ+ bill that criminalises identifying as queer
Ghana’s parliament has approved a new bill that criminalises homosexuality, with people that identify as LGBTQ+ receiving up to three years in prison. The bill also criminalises the promotion of LGBTQ+ activities, and introduces a “duty to report” acts that go against the law. Anyone that identi...
Rainbow Digest May 2026
Spain breaks Malta’s decade-long hold on the Rainbow Map top ranking Published on 12 May, ILGA-Europe’s 18th Rainbow Map, ranking 49 European countries on laws […] The post Rainbow Digest May 2026 first appeared on ILGA-Europe.
EU Enlargement Review 2026
The EU’s enlargement process has leverage and needs to be fully used to support the adoption of important legislation protecting the fundamental rights of LGBTI […] The post EU Enlargement Review 2026 first appeared on ILGA-Europe.
Boy George wants to write a ‘bit gay’ Eurovision song for UK despite 2026 crash out
The Culture Club star also picked up a lifetime achievement honour at the British LGBT Awards, presented by Jean Paul Gaultier. The post Boy George wants to write a ‘bit gay’ Eurovision song for UK despite 2026 crash out appeared first on PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+...
Olivia Rodrigo says babydoll dress critics ‘normalise pedophilia in our culture’
Olivia Rodrigo has spoken out about criticism surrounding her recent babydoll-style dresses, saying the backlash reflects harmful attitudes about how young women and girls are viewed and sexualised in society. Speaking on The New York Times’ Popcast podcast today (29 May), the Grammy-winning sing...
Man charged with killing gay dancer O’Shae Sibley denies hate crime motive
A man who killed gay dancer O’Shae Sibley outside a gas station in New York has told a court he acted in self-defence. Dmitriy Popov denied hurling racist and anti-gay slurs before fatally stabbing Sibley in 2023. Prosecutors have charged him with second-degree murder as a hate crime. “I was scar...
Christian man who claimed he had ‘phobia of Pride flags’ loses discrimination case
A Christian man who sued the government after claiming he had a phobia of Pride flags has lost his religious discrimination case. Mark Jennings accepted a job as a work coach with the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) in June 2024, but began making “unreasonable demands” when receiving the o...
Trans teen athlete AB Hernandez ‘crushed’ she may have to share podium with opponent
The CIF state meet begins on 29 May, with a second year of rules that can add extra qualifiers and award additional medals if Hernandez places ahead of cis competitors. The post Trans teen athlete AB Hernandez ‘crushed’ she may have to share podium with opponent appeared first on PinkNews | Lates...
Russia labels LGBTI journalist an “extremist” as crackdown expands beyond organisations
Russian authorities continue escalating their crackdown on LGBTI organisations and activists under the “extremist” designation. As of May 2026, nine organisations have been officially designated, […] The post Russia labels LGBTI journalist an “extremist” as crackdown expands beyond organisations ...
Barry Manilow says coming out earlier ‘would have killed’ his career
Barry Manilow has said that coming out sooner than he did “would have killed” his career. The singer, who was recently diagnosed with lung cancer, opened up about his coming out journey in a 27 May interview with the LA Times. “I’ve never been one of the guys,” he told the publication when discus...
Kim Petras shares some ‘regret’ over talking about her transition as a child
Pop star Kim Petras has admitted she has some “regret” over talking about her transition publicly when she was a child. The German singer, who is trans, has released her new album Detour, which features the song “Brutalist“. She has explained that the song is about travelling around Germany with ...
Italian Catholic Scouts group to allow LGBTQ+ leaders for first time
Italy’s Catholic Scouts is set to allow LGBTQ+ Scout leaders to join the group for the first time ever as it updates its outdated selection criteria. The council for the Italian Association of Catholic Guides and Scouts, also known as AGESCI, announced the change in a document shared on 28 May. “...
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