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TAIWAN | Visitor numbers rise as the island attracts more international travellers
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TAIWAN | Visitor numbers rise as the island attracts more international travellers

The Philippines in 1996-1997, China in 2000, Vietnam in 2009, Japan in 2013 and 2025, South … TAIWAN | Visitor numbers rise as the island attracts more international travellersRead more

by Timothy•10 October 202610 October 2026•1
VIDEO | Greenland, Uruguay, Taiwan, Thailand and Estonia vying for LGBTQIA+ tourists
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VIDEO | Greenland, Uruguay, Taiwan, Thailand and Estonia vying for LGBTQIA+ tourists

In January 2026, YouTube channel Queer Kingdom published the video ‘These Countries Want More LGBTQ Tourists!‘. … VIDEO | Greenland, Uruguay, Taiwan, Thailand and Estonia vying for LGBTQIA+ touristsRead more

by Timothy•21 September 202621 September 2026•10
MALAYSIA | 42.2 million visitors in 2025, becoming Southeast Asia’s most visited destination
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MALAYSIA | 42.2 million visitors in 2025, becoming Southeast Asia’s most visited destination

The Philippines in 1996-1997, China in 2000, Vietnam in 2009, Japan in 2013 and 2025, South … MALAYSIA | 42.2 million visitors in 2025, becoming Southeast Asia’s most visited destinationRead more

by Timothy•31 August 202631 August 2026•27
FORMULA 1 GULF AIR BAHRAIN GRAND PRIX IN MALAYSIA | Sepang returns to F1 as Malaysia steps in to host 2026 Bahrain Grand Prix
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FORMULA 1 GULF AIR BAHRAIN GRAND PRIX IN MALAYSIA | Sepang returns to F1 as Malaysia steps in to host 2026 Bahrain Grand Prix

Formula 1 will return to Sepang for the first time in nine years after Malaysia agreed … FORMULA 1 GULF AIR BAHRAIN GRAND PRIX IN MALAYSIA | Sepang returns to F1 as Malaysia steps in to host 2026 Bahrain Grand PrixRead more

by Timothy•26 July 202626 July 2026•23
PREVIEW | Malaysia(n) Grand Prix 2026 Sepang Circuit behind the scenes tour
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PREVIEW | Malaysia(n) Grand Prix 2026 Sepang Circuit behind the scenes tour

The Philippines in 1996-1997, China in 2000, Vietnam in 2009, Japan in 2013 and 2025, South … PREVIEW | Malaysia(n) Grand Prix 2026 Sepang Circuit behind the scenes tourRead more

by Timothy•25 July 202631 August 2026•23
66 countries criminalise consensual gay sex
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66 countries criminalise consensual gay sex

The number of countries where consensual same-sex sexual relations are illegal has risen to 66 following … 66 countries criminalise consensual gay sexRead more

by Timothy•27 June 202627 June 2026•41
Global condom and lube prices set to surge as Iran war disrupts supply chains
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Global condom and lube prices set to surge as Iran war disrupts supply chains

The world’s largest condom manufacturer, Malaysia’s Karex Bhd, has announced plans to increase prices by 20% … Global condom and lube prices set to surge as Iran war disrupts supply chainsRead more

by Timothy•23 April 202623 April 2026•23
THAILAND | Gay Bangkok ft many male to male massages 
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THAILAND | Gay Bangkok ft many male to male massages 

The Philippines in 1996-1997, China in 2000, Vietnam in 2009, Japan in 2013 and 2025, South … THAILAND | Gay Bangkok ft many male to male massages Read more

by Timothy•1 April 202624 July 2026•56
Malaysia, which outlaws gay sex, blocks access to Grindr and Blued
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Malaysia, which outlaws gay sex, blocks access to Grindr and Blued

Malaysia has blocked access to the gay hook-up apps Grindr and Blued, as authorities step up … Malaysia, which outlaws gay sex, blocks access to Grindr and BluedRead more

by Timothy•12 March 202611 March 2026•79
“We should be more mindful of our travel destinations and the risks they entail”
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“We should be more mindful of our travel destinations and the risks they entail”

“Emotional scenes at Brussels Airport in Zaventem as tourists from Dubai, Abu Dhabi, or Doha were … “We should be more mindful of our travel destinations and the risks they entail”Read more

by Timothy•9 March 202631 August 2026•92
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  1. Timothy on BELGIUM | Safer in theory, harsher in reality: violence and polarisation mark 2025 for LGBTQIA+ people15 October 2026

    De Morgen journalist Paul Notelteirs argues that Belgium is failing to confront one uncomfortable reality: homophobia does not only come…

  2. Timothy on ‘Flood the feed’ with love and queer joy: campaign calls for social media support for LGBTQI+ community15 October 2026

    De Morgen journalist Paul Notelteirs argues that Belgium is failing to confront one uncomfortable reality: homophobia does not only come…

  3. Timothy on UPDATE | NMBS / SNCB presents new rainbow-clad Siemens Desiro for Pride and IDAHOT15 October 2026

    De Morgen journalist Paul Notelteirs argues that Belgium is failing to confront one uncomfortable reality: homophobia does not only come…

  4. Timothy on Belgium slips to fourth in European LGBTQIA+ rights ranking: stagnation and unaddressed gaps15 October 2026

    De Morgen journalist Paul Notelteirs argues that Belgium is failing to confront one uncomfortable reality: homophobia does not only come…

  5. Timothy on From the Stonewall Inn Riots to Brussels and Antwerp Pride: how much did the New York riots really influence queer activism in Belgium and the Netherlands?15 October 2026

    De Morgen journalist Paul Notelteirs argues that Belgium is failing to confront one uncomfortable reality: homophobia does not only come…

  6. Timothy on GHENT | LGBTQIA+ umbrella adopts Magenta – Regenbooghuis Gent as name and receives municipal subsidy15 October 2026

    De Morgen journalist Paul Notelteirs argues that Belgium is failing to confront one uncomfortable reality: homophobia does not only come…

  7. Timothy on FLANDERS | Record number of calls to LGBTQIA+ helpline Lumi15 October 2026

    De Morgen journalist Paul Notelteirs argues that Belgium is failing to confront one uncomfortable reality: homophobia does not only come…

  8. Timothy on BELGIUM | Federal Government unveils action plan to tackle discrimination against LGBTQIA+ people15 October 2026

    De Morgen journalist Paul Notelteirs argues that Belgium is failing to confront one uncomfortable reality: homophobia does not only come…

  9. Timothy on Çavaria calls for tougher action against hate after Berlin attack and Leuven Pride threat15 October 2026

    De Morgen journalist Paul Notelteirs argues that Belgium is failing to confront one uncomfortable reality: homophobia does not only come…

  10. Timothy on Çavaria welcomes Belgian LGBTQI+ action plan but warns violence requires greater urgency15 October 2026

    De Morgen journalist Paul Notelteirs argues that Belgium is failing to confront one uncomfortable reality: homophobia does not only come…

  11. Timothy on FORBIDDEN COLOURS | Belgium’s anti-gender movement moves from the margins into mainstream politics15 October 2026

    De Morgen journalist Paul Notelteirs argues that Belgium is failing to confront one uncomfortable reality: homophobia does not only come…

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