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Transgender people can be baptised as long as there is no ‘risk of scandal’, Vatican says

The notice also says transgender people can be godparents at a baptism

The Independent UK

Trans people can be baptised in church and be godparents, says Vatican

Vatican office adds there must be no ‘situations in which there is a risk of generating a public scandal’

The Guardian - UK

Best podcasts of the week: Tales of transition, queer joy and more to mark Transgender Awareness Week

In this week’s newsletter: Figures from Charlie Craggs to Mika Onyx celebrate the full spectrum of the trans experience in a new Anthem Talks series. Plus: five of the best podcasts about recent history

The Guardian - UK

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House GOP eyes trans care as newest battleground issue - Roll Call

As 2024 approaches, GOP lawmakers are focusing on transgender care as an issue that they hope will energize their base.

Roll Call

Vatican says it's permissible for transgender Catholics to be baptized

In the United States, the national conference of Catholic bishops rejects the concept of gender transition, leaving many transgender Catholics feeling excluded

The Independent UK

ONS admits Census trans data may be flawed after non-English speakers misunderstand question

Statisticians say they are ‘confident’ in national estimates of transgender people but admit ‘unexpected patterns’ at local level

The Independent UK

In India, transgender beggars use digital apps to avoid discrimination

The rise in digital transactions has helped marginalised communities like transgender people to manage their finances.

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‘Honest dialogue is the route to trans acceptance’

After coming out as trans while working at Goldman Sachs, Maeve DuVally, says the political exploitation of the issue needs to end

Evening Standard

Who was Muhlaysia Booker? Here's what to know after the man accused of killing her pleaded guilty

A man charged in the 2019 fatal shooting of a transgender Dallas woman about a month after she was beaten in a separate attack that was caught on video has been sentenced to 48 years in prison

The Independent UK

Transgender refugees flock to New Mexico

Many transgender people have fled to states that protect them. But some states lack resources to serve everyone

Salon

Virginia school board elections face a pivotal moment as a cozy corner of democracy turns toxic

Over the past three years, local school board elections have become the place where America’s deep political divisions are on full display

The Independent UK

Study Finds Healthcare Professionals Are Biased Against Trans People

Experts found medical professionals are less likely to get to know transgender folk personally.

Zenger

Dolly Parton's transgender support

The singer spoke out in the wake of anti-transgender legislation that had passed in her home state of Tennessee

Salon

Race relations among most divisive issues in election - poll

More of those surveyed in a recent poll opposed Māori wards, co-governance and the Māori Health Authority than supported them. Bilingual road signs barely squeaked through to a positive net rating.

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Chhattisgarh assembly polls: Over 6,400 voters opt for ECI's 'vote-from-home' facility

A total of 2,03,93,160 voters, including 1,01,35,561 males, 1,02,56,846 females and 753 transgenders, will be able to exercise their franchise in the upcoming Chhattisgarh assembly elections.

The Guardian - US

Book bans and school bathrooms: Republicans to test power of ‘parents’ rights’ movement in Virginia

From pandemic to book bans and school bathrooms, ‘parents’ rights’ are playing a key role – but its electoral potency is being questioned

Cycling Weekly

New trans athlete policy 'sets a dangerous precedent': Washington racer seeks state action against USA Cycling

When USA Cycling introduced its revised Transgender Athlete Participation Policy earlier this month, the new two-tiered system didn’t sit well with all racers.

The Independent UK

ACLU and families of trans teens ask Supreme Court to block Tennessee ban on gender-affirming care

Attorneys representing Tennessee transgender children, teens and their families have asked the U.S. Supreme Court to block a ban on gender-affirming care for children and teenagers that a lower court allowed to go into effect

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Security check at event attended by Suresh Gopi in Kochi

Actor Suresh Gopi attended an event at an NGO in Kaloor, where police conducted a brief search due to a general alert following multiple explosions. Transgender persons present asked police to leave, claiming the search was done to disrupt the event. Gopi said police were only doing their duty.

The Hindu

LGBTQ community’s mental health problems yet to be properly addressed in Kerala

LGBTQ community in Kerala faces mental health issues due to lack of trained counsellors. Recent reports of suicides among transgender persons highlight the need for mental health support. IMHANS launched a 6-day residential course to address mental health issues & make mental healthcare accessible & affordable.

Reason

The Contradictions of 'Queers for Palestine'

Gay and transgender people—both in the Gaza Strip and the West Bank—face an extraordinary level of persecution.

The Hindu

Kolkata’s transgender community upset it did not get Puja grant

Transgender community in Kolkata upset as their Durga Puja not granted govt. funds for 2nd consecutive year. Ardhanarishwar Durga Puja held for 6 years. Police cautioned against protest. Govt. started giving ₹10,000/committee in 2018, increased to ₹70,000 this year. Community seeks development & empowerment, not confrontation.

The Independent UK

Bud Light to return as the UFC's official beer next year as it recovers from a conservative backlash

Bud Light is set to return as the official beer of the UFC in the U.S. next year as the brand tries to recover from a conservative backlash to a promotion with a transgender influencer

WEKU

Japan's Supreme Court hands down a landmark transgender rights decision

The court ruled unanimously that compulsory sterilization surgery for people who seek to legally change their gender is unconstitutional.

Evening Standard

Japan's supreme court strikes down 'unconstitutional' trans sterilisation law

Ruling hailed as an 'important victory for transgender rights in Japan'

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