As LGBTQ+ pilgrims cross Vatican’s Holy Door, some see church in transition – The Washington Post

As LGBTQ+ pilgrims cross Vatican’s Holy Door, some see church in transition  The Washington Post L.G.B.T.Q. Catholics Have Jubilee With Pope’s Blessing, if Not His Presence  The New York Times LGBTQ+ Catholics make historic pilgrimage at Vatican  BBC A historic pilgrimage: Why LGBTQ Catholics hope Pope Leo will take up Francis’ legacy  CNN LGBTQ Catholics march through St. Peter’s…

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West Palm Beach Removes Rainbow Crosswalk, Plans LGBTQ+ Park Memorial

City officials announced Thursday that the rainbow-painted crosswalk at Spruce Avenue and Northwood Road will soon be power-washed away to comply with directives from the Trump administration and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis. Both leaders have ordered cities to remove street markings that commemorate the LGBTQ+ community, citing new Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) regulations. Federal…

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Terry Dubrow Shares the Joy of Raising 3 LGBTQ+ Children

Terry Dubrow Shares the Joy of Raising 3 LGBTQ+ Children

3 When it comes to family, Terry Dubrow believes everything has fallen perfectly into place—even the vibrant diversity of his children’s identities. The famed plastic surgeon and reality TV star, alongside his wife Heather Dubrow, are raising what Terry affectionately calls “such a rainbow of kids,” celebrating their children’s unique journeys within the LGBTQ+ community….

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Federal Judge Blocks Trump-Era Ban on Health Grants Tied to LGBTQ and DEI Programs

A federal judge has officially struck down the Trump administration’s move to cancel federal health grants connected to LGBTQ issues and diversity programs, calling the decision discriminatory and baseless. The controversy started when the National Institutes of Health (NIH), under Trump-era directives, pulled funding from public health research that focused on gender identity, LGBTQ communities,…

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Hungary's parliament votes to limit rights of dual nationals and LGBTQ+ people – BBC

Hungary’s parliament votes to limit rights of dual nationals and LGBTQ+ people  BBC Hungary passes constitutional amendment to ban LGBTQ+ public events, seen as a major blow to rights  AP News Hungary passes constitutional amendment to ban LGBTQ+ gatherings  The Guardian Hungary Changes Constitution to Mandate Two Genders  The New York Times Hungary Amends Constitution to Enable Orban’s Anti-LGBTQ…

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‘We will fight’: Activists are unbowed after Hungary bans Pride events as part of wider LGBTQ+ crackdown – CNN

‘We will fight’: Activists are unbowed after Hungary bans Pride events as part of wider LGBTQ+ crackdown  CNN Autocrats roll back rights and rule of law — and cite Trump’s example  The Washington Post Orbán’s ally bans liberal lawmakers from parliament after protest against Pride ban  POLITICO Europe Hungary passes law to ban Pride march, triggering protest  Reuters Hungary’s…

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LGBTQ and Health Groups Sue Trump Administration Over Executive Orders Targeting Trans Rights and DEI

Nine LGBTQ, health, and HIV organizations sued the Trump administration Thursday over executive orders that target transgender individuals and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. They argue these policies hinder their ability to provide critical health services by forcing them to disregard key aspects of identity. The lawsuit, filed in the U.S. District Court for…

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