India Just Passed A Trans Rights Bill. Why Are Trans Activists Protesting It?
The new legislation purports to protect transgender rights — but many trans activists say it does the exact opposite.
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Sheriff's Deputy Sues Her County To Get Health Coverage For Transgender-Related Care
Attorneys say a win in the case filed in central Georgia on Wednesday could ultimately set a precedent that influences the law in Alabama, Florida and Georgia.
'It's A Career Ender': 2 LGBTQ Former Dell Workers Share Their Stories
A former Dell worker said she had such a rough time at the company because of her appearance that she filed a human rights complaint. Another former worker alleges bias over her gender transition.
Courts Order Delay Of Trump Administration's Health Care 'Conscience Rights' Rule
The rule was intended to protect health care workers who refuse to assist in procedures like abortion because of religious or moral beliefs. Plaintiffs argue the rule could put patient safety at risk.
'Patients Will Die': One County's Challenge To Trump's 'Conscience Rights' Rule
California's Santa Clara County argues that if the rule goes into effect in July, the county will suffer irreparable harm in terms of patient care and staffing costs.
Kenya's Judges Uphold Laws That Criminalize Gay Sex
A three-judge panel made a unanimous ruling on Friday that outraged the LGBTQ community. People convicted of homosexual acts will continue to face the threat of up to 14 years in prison.
New Trump Rule Protects Health Care Workers Who Refuse Care For Religious Reasons
The rule strengthens protections for health care providers who are unwilling to provide services like abortions. Critics say it could put women's health in danger.
Catholic Foster Care Agency Can Not Discriminate Against LGBTQ Couples, Court Says
The agency argued its religious freedoms were violated when Philadelphia ended a foster care contract. A federal appeals court disagreed.
State-Funded Adoption Agencies In Michigan Barred From Refusing LGBTQ Parents
Attorney General Dana Nessel reached a settlement with the ACLU. It requires agencies not to discriminate against gay people who want to adopt or foster children referred by the state.
India's Supreme Court Strikes Down Ban On Gay Sex
The landmark decision overturns a long-standing provision in the country's penal code that dates back to British colonial rule and outlawed all anal and oral sex.