Grindr to be Banned as Indonesia Considers Criminalisation of Homosexuality
The Indonesian LGBTI community could see gay dating apps such as Grindr blocked from use as the nation's government considers an outright ban on same-sex sexual activity.
Following the...
Homophobia Behind Church’s Ban On Film In Italy?
Andrew Haigh’s film titled Weekend, has been banned from all Catholic Church-owned cinemas throughout Italy, after evaluation from the Churches Film Evaluation Commission.
As a result...
Russia to Expand Gay Propaganda Law
Amendments to Russia's infamous "gay propaganda" law are being drafted, calling for additional fines and jail time for offenders, resulting in further isolation and restrictions being imposed...
Fifteen Reasons to Watch the Rugby World Cup 2015
The much awaited 2015 Rugby World Cup is finally upon us. To celebrate, Eikon has put together a list of our favourite fifteen players of...
Google, Politicians and Celebrities Show Support for US Pride Festivals
Google, politicians and celebrities are showing their support and getting behind the major Pride Festivals which are in full swing across the globe this weekend including...
Former NFL Star To Marry Long Time Boyfriend in Sport First
Former NFL player from the Dallas Cowboys has come out as gay and will marry his long-term partner on Sunday.
Jeff Rohrer who played as...
Undercover Footage Exposes Chinese “Gay Cure” Therapy
A new documentary has exposed psychiatrists and doctors supporting the use of, and conducting dangerous "gay cure" therapy in China.
The documentary, Unreported World: China’s Gay Shock...
Proposed Homophobic Legislation Rejected in Russia
Proposed legislation with the intention of banning Russian people from coming out as homosexual has been rejected by a Russian State Duma committee.
The proposed legislation...
Homophobic Slur Used At Rio Olympics
A homophobic Portuguese slur is reportedly being shouted at LGBTI athletes while they compete and represent their nations at the Rio Olympics.
The slur, Portuguese...
Kenyan Newspaper Exposes Prominent Gays and Lesbians On Front Page
Fear has gripped the Kenyan LGBT community this morning as the country woke to the front page of a local tabloid newspaper exposing LGBT...
