Gay Malaysia

Pro-Umno Media Waging Anti-Anwar Campaign in Malaysia - Jakarta Globe

Pro-Umno Media Waging Anti-Anwar Campaign in Malaysia Jakarta Globe An anti-gay campaign is being ramped up by Malaysia's pro-Umno media, in what appears to be a bid to sway public opinion against opposition leader Anwar Ibrahim following his acquittal on sodomy charges. Leading the charge is the Umno-owned Utusan ... and more »

Gay journalist - what difference would that make? - Malaysia Kini

Gay journalist - what difference would that make? Malaysia Kini Changeagent: One thing is certain - the worst journalist in Australia has more journalism ethics and standards than the best journalist in the Malaysian mainstream media. Although Australia practices freedom of the press, all journalists are ultimately ... and more »

Malaysian gay rights activists challenge government in court to quash ban on ... - Washington Post

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Malaysian gay rights activists challenge government in court to quash ban on ... Washington Post KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia — Activists launched a rare legal case Tuesday aimed at fostering gay rights in Malaysia by challenging a police ban on an anti-homophobia arts festival. The case highlights complaints about discrimination against gays at a time ... Malaysian Gay Arts Festival Ban Challenged In CourtHuffington Post Malaysian Gay Activists Challenge Ban on Arts FestivalAdvocate.com all 270 news articles »

Malaysia's Anwar Presses On Despite Appeal - Wall Street Journal

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Malaysia's Anwar Presses On Despite Appeal Wall Street Journal Malaysia has consistently refrained from establishing diplomatic relations with Israel, although limited commercial ties exist between private companies in the two countries. In response to recent local reports that he supported gay marriage, ... and more »

Debate highlights how tough it is to be gay in Malaysia - Monsters and Critics.com

Debate highlights how tough it is to be gay in Malaysia Monsters and Critics.com By John Grafilo Jan 23, 2012, 4:40 GMT Kuala Lumpur - Ruling party leaders in Malaysia have lambasted opposition leader Anwar Ibrahim for nearly two weeks for a statement to a foreign broadcaster that they interpreted as expressing support for gay ... and more »

Interview with a gay Muslim - The Malaysian Insider

Interview with a gay Muslim The Malaysian Insider A narrative (written by me) from the perspective of my friend whose story, I am sure, is not one that can be read in a typical newspaper in Malaysia although happenstance such as this occurs every day, everywhere. For obvious reasons, I shall not ...

Anwar supports Israel's security - New Straits Times

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Anwar supports Israel's security New Straits Times Malaysia has consistently refrained from establishing diplomatic relations with Israel, although limited commercial ties exists between private companies in the two countries. In response to recent local reports that he supported gay marriage, ... and more »

Anwar demands RM150m from Utusan over 'lies' in BBC report - The Malaysian Insider

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Anwar demands RM150m from Utusan over 'lies' in BBC report The Malaysian Insider File pic KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 20 — Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim is now demanding a total of RM150 million in damages from Utusan Malaysia for allegedly tarnishing his reputation in an article accusing him of being a gay rights proponent. Embattled opposition leader Anwar Ibrahim bent on Malaysian reformGlobe and Mail all 171 news articles »

Malaysian official cleared of sodomy charges; artist of homoerotic work attacked - Windy City Times

Malaysian official cleared of sodomy charges; artist of homoerotic work attacked Windy City Times In Zimbabwe, Bulowayo Mayor Thaba Moyo said that the city council will use 20 pink dustbins a pro-gay organization donated, according to Pink News. Moyo denied complaints had led to the receptacles being pulled from circulation, saying he was trying to ...

United Queer Nations? - Harvard Crimson

United Queer Nations? Harvard Crimson By Jia Hui Lee In many ways, 2011 was a good year for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender communities. In December, the United Nations issued its first ever report on LGBT rights. At the same time, Secretary of State Hillary Clinton declared to the ... and more »