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The 1975’s Matty Healy Speaks Out Against Malaysia’s Antigay Law, Kisses Bandmate in Protest

The problematic singer has been known to speak out in support of LGBTQ+ rights.

Nine Trans Women Convicted in Malaysia

Human Rights Watch has demanded Malaysia's Islamic government take anti-trans Sharia laws off the books.

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WATCH: Malaysia's Battle for Transgender Rights

Often deprived of health care and legal recognition, Malaysia's transgender population is mounting a legal challenge against laws that prohibit their self-expression.

Malaysia’s LGBTQ+ Community Blasts The 1975’s Matty Healy’s Same-Sex Kiss

LGBTQ+ activists fear the kiss could set off a clampdown against LGBTQ+ people.

Rape and Murder of Teen Shows Lack of Justice for LGBT Malaysians

A young man killed because he was deemed insufficiently masculine is the latest casualty of Malaysia's anti-LGBT culture.

Malaysia Imposes Travel Ban for a Gay Party That Doesn't Exist

The government claimed it would blacklist attendees of a pre-party for White Party Bangkok -- but the organizer said it's poppycock.

Op-ed: Global LGBT Rights a Patchwork of Equality and Persecution

This year saw some steps forward on global LGBT human rights, but many victories came in the form of harm reduction rather than 'clean' wins.

Lesbians Caned in Malaysia for Attempting to Have Sex

Even with numerous groups protesting the barbaric sentence, the punishment was carried out in public view.

Canings, Raids, Beatings: Terror for LGBTQ Malaysians

The sentencing of two queer women to caning and a raid on a gay nightclub (pictured) are among the latest actions by the government.

Op-ed: Dear Gay Ambassadors, Be Straight About Trade Deal

Activists Cleve Jones and Jerame Davis ask: Why are America's out ambassadors arguing in favor of giving special 'favored nation' status to virulently anti-LGBT countries, including one that stones gays to death?

Malaysia Bans Possession of Pride-Themed Swatch Watches

Penalties include three years in prison and a $4,000 fine.

Malaysia Postpones Caning of Lesbian Couple Due to 'Technical Reasons'

The barbaric punishment has been rescheduled for next month. 

Five Malaysians Sentenced to Caning, Jail for Attempting Gay Sex

The South Asian nation appears to be continuing a crackdown on its LGBTQ population.

Malaysia Holds Contest for Best 'Gay Prevention' Video

Its health ministry is offering a cash prize to a production that promotes "prevention, control and how to get help" for LGBT people.

Malaysian Judge Strikes Antitrans Ban on Gender Expression

A Malaysian appeals court overturned a ban on men and trans women wearing women's clothing.

Malaysian Newspaper Publishes 'How to Spot an LGBT' Checklist

Beards and gym memberships are among the reported "traits" of gay men.

Malaysian Police Say They Broke Up Gay Sex Party, Arrested 37 Men

Police in Malaysia, where sodomy is a crime, broke up a gay sex party and arrested 37 men, including a Briton and a Chinese national, a senior official said Tuesday. Police, acting on a public tip-off, raided a fitness center in northern Penang island Sunday while a sex party was in progress and arrested the 37 men, aged between 20 and 45, said local police chief Azam Abdul Hamid. Apart from the two foreigners, all of the men are ethnic Chinese Malaysians, including three who work at the center, he said.

Thailand will be the first Southeast Asian country with marriage equality

The bill grants LGBTQ+ couples the same legal rights and recognition as heterosexual couples, including inheritance, adoption, and health care decision-making.

Authorities Seize Swatch Pride Watches in Nationwide Raids in Malaysia

The country remains one of the most dangerous for the LGBTQ+ community.