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Singer Michael Jackson dead at 50
Singer Michael Jackson dead at 50
Legendary pop star had been preparing for London comeback tour Michael Jackson, the sensationally gifted child star who rose to become the “King of Pop” and the biggest celebrity in the world only to fall from his throne in a freakish series of scandals, died Thursday. He was 50. Jackson died at U… Read all |
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Samoa bans film on Harvey Milk's life
The Samoa Censor Board has banned Milk, a film depicting the life of gay rights activist Harvey Milk. The decision was made by principal censor Leiataua Niuapu Faaui, who rejected an application for the film to be rented and sold in Samoan outlets. Mr Fauui refused to comment on the decision, but told the New Zealand Herald that "rules and guidelines had to be followed". … Read all |
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Gay monks told to stop wearing makeup
Gay and trans Buddhist monks in Thailand have been given a new set of guidelines aimed to curb "flamboyant" behaviour such as wearing makeup. The "good manners" curriculum is being introduced in the northern province of Chiang Rai. Senior monk Phra Maha Wudhijaya Vajiramedhi told the BBC the guidelines were designed to address issues like smoking, drinking alcohol, walking a… Read all |
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Second ambassador in a week under fire for Pride support
The British ambassador to Bulgaria has been criticised for his support of gay Pride. The attacks on Steve Williams follow criticism of British ambassador to Poland Ric Todd last week, when he gave gay groups a translated guide to LGBT rights. Williams had extended a message of support to the Rainbow Friendship… Read all |
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Human rights group condemns Saudi Arabia for "cross-dressing" arrests
The arrests of 67 men in Saudi Arabia on charges of cross-dressing is a violation of basic human rights, according to activists. The men were arrested in Riyadh on June 13, 2009, reportedly for wearing women’s clothing. Human Rights Watch called on Saudi authorities to drop charges against the men, most of them from other countries, and release any they are still holding.Read all |
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British parliamentarians condemn Lithuania's anti-gay law
A new law passed in Lithuania that "protects" minors by restricting publication of information on homosexual and bisexual relationships has been condemned across Europe. British MPs and Lords at the Assembly of the Council of Europe joined with colleagues to condemn the law, which was passed earlier this month. Tory MP Tim Boswell, Labour peer Baroness Gale and Lib Dem MP Mi… Read all |
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Jerusalem ready for a peaceful Pride event
More than two thousand people are expected to take part in a Pride march in Jerusalem today. In previous years the event has been marred by violence, threats of violence and the disapproval of some devout Jews. However this year organisers are confident there will be no disruption. "These are the results of talks and agreements reached with the leaders of the ultra-Orth… Read all |
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Man jailed for 23 years over murder of ex-boyfriend
A man who killed his former boyfriend by setting him alight has been jailed for 23 years. Nadim Kurrimbukus, 25, poured petrol over the head of Charlie Davies and set him alight outside his home in Templedene Avenue, Staines two months after their relationship ended. He was today jailed for a minimum of 23 years at Kingston Crown Court. Passing sentence, Judge Charles … Read all |