LGBTQ
Exclusive: Massive Rise in Anti-LGBTQ Hate Crime Reports in UK
There has been a record increase in reports of homophobic and transphobic hate crimes in the UK over the last year, figures obtained by VICE World News reveal.
District Attorney Considers Prosecuting Librarians for Stocking LGBTQ Books
The newly elected Tennessee DA walked back her comments after saying books about puberty and LGBTQ topics may contribute to “delinquency of a minor.”
This Town Voted To Defund its Public Library After it Included LGBTQ+ Books
A ballot measure to fund a local library failed after a Christian nationalist group called the inclusion of LGBTQ+ kids books a “Biblical issue.”
Exclusive: Drag Queen Cornered by Protesters After Story Hour Event
Sab Samuel, also known as the drag queen Aida H Dee, said he has fears for his life after being blocked from driving out of a car park by COVID truthers.
No Justice For Hate Crime Victims on London Trains Despite Thousands of Cameras
It’s one of the most surveilled places in one of the most surveilled cities in the world, but just 10 percent of hate crime reports on London transport lead to an arrest or charge, VICE World News can reveal.
How Florida Twisted Science to Deny Healthcare to Trans Kids
VICE News spoke to 10 researchers who weren’t aware their work was being used for Florida's anti-trans agenda—and said it’s being misrepresented.
The Far-Right Is Using Monkeypox to Peddle Anti-LGBTQ ‘Grooming’ Conspiracies
Two cases of monkeypox in U.S. children have set the far-right off on yet another dangerous conspiracy, particularly harmful toward gay men.
This Town Closed Its Only Library After Residents Chased Out LGBTQ+ Workers
Employees of the Vinton Public Library quit after months of complaints about LGBTQ+ books, leaving the town of 5,000 with no library for a week.
He Was Looking for a Hookup on Grindr. He Walked Into a Sextortion Gang.
Scammers are increasingly taking advantage of the secrecy and vulnerability of India’s queer community through online apps.
Protesters Are Fighting to Save Kink Clubs
Hundreds gathered for the 'Save Kink Spaces' protest as Tower Hamlets council seeks to close one of the last kink-friendly venues in the borough.
Trump’s Big New Applause Line: Attacking Trans People
Trump’s anti-trans attacks generated thunderous applause from the MAGA crowd, prompting him to note it was the most enthusiastic response he’d gotten all day.
Drag Brunch, Explained by Drag Queens
For many drag artists, drag brunch symbolizes the movement of their craft from taboo nightclubs to the light of day.