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Published on 02:16 GMT

British gay couple charged with rape and murder of infant they sought to adopt

British secondary school teacher Jamie Varley and his partner John McGowan-Fazakerley were charged with the rape and murder of 13-month-old Preston Davey, whom they were in the process of adopting. Varley faces charges including murder, sexual assault, …

Source: Natural News - Right-wing
Published on Jun 18, 2025

'Another red line crossed': Fierce debate on Hungary's Pride ban at the European Parliament

Published on 18/06/2025 - 18:38 GMT+2•Updated 19:03 European lawmakers engaged in a fierce debate on Wednesday, sparked by the Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's government's recent ban on the Budapest Pride event. MEPs argued that the …

Source: Euronews - Neutral
Published on Jun 18, 2025

Two fugitives who are wanted for murder and child rape in Brazil are allowed to stay in Britain after using human rights ...

Fugitives wanted for murder and child rape are being allowed to stay in Britain under human rights laws, it has emerged. Marlon Martins Dos Santos and Nicolas Gomes De Brito have both successfully fought extradition to Brazil after claiming it would …

Source: Daily Mail - Right-wing
Published on Jun 18, 2025

“I Feed on Queer Literature.” Michelle Tea on Her Ten Favorite Gay Books

Everything is coming up rainbow in the month of June, but my bookshelves are queer 365 days a year, gurl. I feed on queer literature—the permission they give me, mostly to just be myself, to push at the edges of my weirdness or outrage, to source the spots …

Source: Literary Hub - Left-wing
Published on Jun 18, 2025

EU must not tolerate Hungary’s LGBTIQ suppression

Hungary’s continued suppression of the LGBTIQ+ community is condemnable. Earlier this year, the Hungarian parliament approved a constitutional amendment that bans public events by LGBTIQ+ communities. This legal amendment was used by the police in Budapest …

Source: Malta Today - Indeterminate
Published on Jun 17, 2025

Türk Updates Human Rights Council: "We Need The Strongest Possible Defence Of International Law And Human Rights"

United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk 59th session of the Human Rights Council Global Update Geneva, Monday 16 June 2025 Mr. President, Excellencies, distinguished delegates, As we meet, conflicts are spiraling. The military …

Source: Scoop - Indeterminate
Published on Jun 17, 2025

Czech campaign targets Gen Z Voters with hard truths, not hoodies

His Instagram followers surged by 273 percent in a single quarter, ranking him among the fastest-growing Czech influencers. In a recent interview with Seznam Zprávy, Špaček remarked, “I’m glad that the myth that if someone is a young voter, they are …

Source: Expats.cz - Neutral
Published on Jun 18, 2025

American Hysteria

In the famous opening words of The Communist Manifesto, Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels wrote in 1848, “A spectre is haunting Europe—the spectre of Communism.” Updated for our own time and continent, it would be more accurate to observe that the spectre of …

Source: Democracy Journal - Left-wing
Published on Jun 18, 2025

Budapest Pride Once Again Biggest Concern of EU Parliament

Showing where the priorities lie, the European Parliament once again held a major debate about Hungary’s recent ban on Pride parades in public at this month’s plenary, the third time in a row since the law was proposed this spring. During Wednesday’s …

Source: The European Conservative - Right-wing
Published on Jun 15, 2025

The Ukrainian Film Festival Fighting Queer Battles

The third Sunny Bunny festival opened this year with documentary “Queens of Joy,” featuring Kyiv drag queens who raise money for the Armed Forces – one of whom is an active soldier by day. A discussion of queer activism in Ukraine reveals that there are …

Source: Kyiv Post - Indeterminate
Published on Jun 14, 2025

Human rights group urges authorities to permit Budapest Pride march

The Human Rights Research Centre (HRRC) on Friday called on Hungarian authorities to permit this year’s annual Budapest Pride march to proceed without interference, urging respect for the fundamental right to peaceful assembly. The HRRC’s intervention …

Source: JURIST - Neutral
Published on Jun 18, 2025

These eight autistic LGBTQ people are making a difference

June 18 is Autistic Pride Day — a day for us, autistic people, to celebrate our existence despite a world that often tries to erase or change us. Most of us don’t see autism as a disorder to fight; it’s part of who we are — autism determines how we think, …

Source: Washington Blade - Washington D.C. - Left-wing
Published on Jun 15, 2025

Obama: Abortion foes want the 50s - conservatives: give us a 50s president too

By Michael Bresciani May 6, 2013 At a time when the headline of the day is a story about the bloody massacres of babies born alive in Gosnell's Clinic, the almost bone jarring contrast of Obama's speech at Planned Parenthood freezes every normal …

Source: Renew America - Right-wing
Published on Jun 15, 2025

Cultural Marxism

By Linda Kimball July 7, 2019 (First published in 2007, now back due to popular demand) There are two misconceptions held by many Americans. The first is that communism ceased to be a threat when the Soviet Union imploded. The second is that the New Left …

Source: Renew America - Right-wing
Published on Jun 15, 2025

Who is intolerant because ashamed: creationists or evolutionary theologians?

By Linda Kimball June 19, 2014 It's no longer easy to be a faithful Christian in America, says Dr. Robert P. George, chairman of the U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom. Our culture increasingly condemns Christian beliefs as bigoted and …

Source: Renew America - Right-wing
Published on Jun 15, 2025

Police detain suspected assassin’s wife with cash, passports, weapon, ammunition

The wife of the man suspected of assassinating the former speaker of the Minnesota House and her husband was detained by police about 85 miles north of the Twin Cities riding in a vehicle containing cash, passports, a weapon, and ammunition. Jennifer …

Source: The Blaze - Right-wing
Published on 11:06 GMT

Dismay as Derbyshire council removes Pride flag after Christians complain

The spa town of Matlock in the Peak District is known for the joyful flags adorning its historical high street. The St George’s Cross, the union flag, the Derbyshire county flag and the Pride flag flutter brightly above the town’s many independent …

Source: The Guardian - Center-left
Published on 12:21 GMT

As Iran bombs Israeli hospital, world waits on Trump: Unbiased Updates, June 19, 2025

[CRAIG NIGRELLI] IRAN STRIKES A HOSPITAL OVERNIGHT … ISRAEL HITS BACK AND TRUMP’S MESSAGE TO NETANYAHU: “KEEP GOING” PLUS: INSULT TO INJURY. AS MOURNERS GATHER FOR A MURDERED LAWMAKER IN MINNESOTA… SOMEONE BREAKS INTO HER HOME.. AND IT’S NOT EVEN SUMMER …

Source: Straight Arrow News - Neutral
Published on 07:09 GMT

United States: Millions march against Trump in ‘No Kings’ protests

More than 5 million people turned out in more than 2000 cities and towns across the United States on June 14 to oppose President Donald Trump’s anti-immigrant, racist policies and his moves to establish himself as dictator. More than 200,000 people marched …

Source: Green Left - Left-wing

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Published on June 19, 2025 - 01:48 GMT

While Trump cuts suicide hotline for gay kids, California invests in their mental health

Current landscape In September 2022, the Trevor Project started providing LGBTQ youth specialized support through the 988 Lifeline. Federal funding for these specialized services will no longer be available via the 988 program starting on July 17. The …

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Published on June 18, 2025 - 15:00 GMT

Soldier attacks cop with prosthetic limb at gay parade in Kiev

(MENAFN) A soldier protesting against a gay pride parade in Kiev was detained after allegedly hitting a police officer with his prosthetic limb, local authorities reported. The LGBTQ event sparked confrontations between counter-protesters and law …

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Published on June 18, 2025 - 12:05 GMT

Minister Gayton McKenzie welcomes victorious South Africa’s National Men’s Cricket Team, 18 Jun

The Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture, Mr. Gayton McKenzie, will lead the official welcome of South Africa’s national men’s cricket team the newly crowned ICC World Test Championship 2025 winners on Wednesday, 18 June 2025 at 09h20 at OR Tambo …

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Published on June 17, 2025 - 09:43 GMT

Crown Court takes legal actions against British gay couple due to rape, murder of baby they wanted to adopt

(MENAFN) A British gay couple has been charged in the rape and killing of a 13-month-old boy whom they were in the process of adopting. Jamie Varley, a secondary school teacher, and his partner, John McGowan-Fazakerley, appeared in Preston Crown Court on …

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Published on June 17, 2025 - 23:00 GMT

Treasurer Steiner Celebrates Pride Month and Calls for Steps to Break Down Barriers to LGBTQ+ Financial Wellness

Oregon State Treasurer Elizabeth Steiner, MD, recognized Pride Month and highlighted important financial wellness resources for the LGBTQ+ community. Treasurer Steiner also called for greater public and private efforts to break down barriers to financial …

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Published on June 19, 2025 - 12:00 GMT

11 Visionary Gen Z Leaders Join the Sustainable Media Center’s NextGen Board to Advance a Human-Centered Digital Future

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Sustainable Media Center (SMC) today announced the appointment of ten groundbreaking young leaders to its NextGen Board, deepening the Center’s mission to “empower a new …

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Published on June 19, 2025 - 08:30 GMT

NMAC Applauds FDA Approval of Lenacapavir for PrEP | Urges Equitable Access Amid Federal Rollbacks

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approval of Lenacapavir as a twice-yearly injectable PrEP marks a breakthrough in HIV prevention, especially for communities hardest hit by the …

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Published on June 18, 2025 - 18:09 GMT

'DESIGNED BY PREETI' SPOTLIGHTS WOMEN’S EMPOWERMENT AT THE 28TH DANCES WITH FILMS FESTIVAL

"When The Old Life No Longer Fits" LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, June 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Women’s voices are front and center in the powerful new film, Designed by Preeti, which was officially selected for the 28th Dances …

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Published on June 19, 2025 - 12:15 GMT

JUNETEENTH: 'TALES OF KOEHLER HOLLOW' WINS GOLD 2025 IBPA BILL FISHER BOOK AWARD BEST FIRST BOOK NON FICTION

Co-Authors Naomi Hodge-Muse and Christopher A. Brooks Celebrate Award on First Anniversary of Juneteenth Release RICHMOND, VA, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On the 1st year anniversary of its Juneteenth release we are …

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Published on June 19, 2025 - 12:00 GMT

Karelina Clarke Cast as Autistic Older Sister in New Film 'Quiet Things'

Karelina Clarke stars as the autistic older sister in Quiet Things, a short film exploring survival, sibling bonds, and domestic violence. SYDNEY, NSW, AUSTRALIA, June 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Acclaimed Sydney-based production company Cut …

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Published on June 19, 2025 - 12:00 GMT

Global Citizen NOW: Sevilla Featuring Pedro Sánchez, Ursula von der Leyen, Mia Mottley, Gaston Browne & More

Hosted by Actress, Humanitarian, and Global Citizen Ambassador Nomzamo Mbatha JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA, June 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Global Citizen, the world’s leading advocacy organization on a mission to end extreme poverty, today …

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Published on June 19, 2025 - 11:37 GMT

Supreme Court Limits Family Rights

The Stonewall Democratic Club condemns SCOTUS for denying families the right to provide lifesaving care for transgender children. WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 18, 2025 Contact: press …

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Published on June 19, 2025 - 10:50 GMT

தமிழரசுக்கட்சி மற்றும் தமிழ் மக்கள் கூட்டணி கூட்டு ஆட்சிஒப்பந்தத்திற்கு எதிரான கண்டன அறிக்கை

தமிழ்மக்களின் நலன்களை பேச்சளவில் வைத்துக்கொண்டு தனது சொந்தநலன்களையும் தமிழ்தேசியவிரோத மேல்சாதிய கோட்பாடுகளை முன்னிறுத்தி அரசியல் செய்யும் திரு.விக்னேஸ்வரன் JAFFNA, SRI LANKA, June 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- தமிழரசு கட்சியிலிருந்து …

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Published on June 19, 2025 - 09:47 GMT

Frontline Global Launches Urgent Evacuation Operations in Israel Amid Escalating Conflict

AMMAN, JORDAN, June 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Frontline Global, a leading membership-based travel assistance and emergency evacuation organization, is actively conducting evacuation operations across Israel for both members and non-members …

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Published on June 19, 2025 - 08:14 GMT

Join The Confronting Domestic Violence Golf Event on July 14th to Raise Awareness & Support Survivors

Join us for a day of friendly competition while also contributing towards an incredibly important cause - helping families and survivors of domestic violence. SAN DIEGO , CA, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Confronting …

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Published on June 19, 2025 - 08:00 GMT

Federal Civil RICO Lawsuit Alleges Multi-Jurisdictional Fraud Network Operating Across U.S., U.K., and Ireland

MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, June 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A federal civil lawsuit (Case No. 2:24-cv-10607) filed in the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California under the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act ( …

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Published on June 19, 2025 - 06:11 GMT

Indiana Clarke to Star in 'Quiet Things' Exploring Domestic Violence and Autism

Rising Australian actor Indiana Jewel Clarke stars in Quiet Things, a moving short film about two sisters surviving domestic violence and neurodiversity. SYDNEY, NSW, AUSTRALIA, June 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Acclaimed Sydney-based …

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Published on June 18, 2025 - 22:45 GMT

Kairos Partners with Regional Suicide Prevention Campaign, 'Tomorrow Needs You'

GRANTS PASS, OR, UNITED STATES, June 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a critical move to combat mental health challenges in Southern Oregon, Kairos Northwest has announced its partnership with the regional suicide prevention initiative, “ …

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Published on June 19, 2025 - 09:43 GMT

Iran: Commemoration of the 75th Anniversary of the Geneva Conventions

With these circumstances, and to commemorate the ratification of these conventions in 1949, the ICRC delegation in Iran together with the government of the Islamic Republic of Iran, held a ceremony on 22nd January, at the Institute for Political and …

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Published on June 19, 2025 - 09:43 GMT

Tehran: The first International Conference on Disability and Physical Rehabilitation in the International Red Cross and ...

This conference was jointly organized by the International Committee of the Red Cross in Tehran and the Iranian Red Crescent Society. The goal of this conference was to exchange views and promote synergy among participants from Red Cross and Red Crescent …

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Published on June 19, 2025 - 09:43 GMT

Iran: Photo exhibition on the occasion of the 75th anniversary of the ratification of the Geneva Conventions

The opening ceremony of the photo exhibition was held with the presence of distinguished guests from diplomatic missions, researchers, and concerned officials at the IPIS center of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on January 13, 2025. The Geneva Conventions …

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Published on June 19, 2025 - 09:43 GMT

Iran: Red Cross & Red Crescent Movement partners’ advanced workshop for Iranian Red Crescent Society’s management

A key focus of the workshop was on fostering stronger collaboration between Movement components, ensuring alignment in strategy and action while addressing common challenges. By creating a platform for open dialogue and shared learning, the workshop …

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Published on June 19, 2025 - 09:43 GMT

Iran: Moot Court Competition Memorial of Henry Dunant

Speaking at the closing ceremony of this competition, Vincent Cassard, ICRC Head of Delegation in Iran, expressed his pleasure at resumption of this event following a hiatus of several years, and praised the quality work of the participants, especially the …

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Published on June 18, 2025 - 21:31 GMT

Sam Sammane Named Finalist in 2025 American Fiction Awards for Sci-Fi Mystery 'Republic of Mars'

Sam Sammane’s Republic of Mars named finalist in the 2025 American Fiction Awards, marking his first major fiction honor after a string of nonfiction accolades. ANAHEIM, CA, UNITED STATES, June 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dr. Sam Sammane has been …

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Published on June 18, 2025 - 20:41 GMT

Community Mental Health Summit Brings Together Experts, Healers, & Everyday People for Two Days of Wellness &Healing

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, June 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- This BIPOC Mental Health Month, the conversation gets real. On Saturday, July 26 and Sunday, July 27, 2025, Flourish: A Community Mental Health Summit returns as a fully live, …

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Published on June 18, 2025 - 20:14 GMT

Church Of the Nativity Partners with Life for Relief and Development (LIFE) To Bring Hope to Families in The West Bank

The Church of Nativity Partners with Life for Relief and Development (LIFE) to Bring Hope to Families in The West Bank Addressing the Food Security Issue SOUTHFIELD, MI, UNITED STATES, June 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In light of the ongoing …

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Published on June 18, 2025 - 19:34 GMT

Gaming's Gender Revolution: the*gamehers Mobilizes Community for Historic Women-in-Gaming Grant

First-of-its-kind partnership with 1000 Dreams Fund challenges industry to put money behind diversity promises as CreateHers launch 24-hour streaming marathon. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, June 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- the*gamehers, the …

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Published on June 18, 2025 - 18:21 GMT

SiriusXM's HUR Voices 141 Launches 'Common Ground' With Warren Ballentine

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, June 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Well-known radio host, author, and speaker Warren Ballentine debuted a new show on SiriusXM’s HUR Voices Channel 141 on Tuesday June 17th at 1 p.m to great fanfare. “Common …

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