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RTM pulls the plug on Santiago of the Seas over LGBTQ+ controversy

National broadcaster halts airing of animated series following public outcry and calls for stricter content review

Australian tribunal grants protection to gay Malaysian man after visa rejection

Decision recognises real risk of persecution under Malaysia’s anti-LGBTQ+ laws

Pope’s decree: Roman Catholic priests can now bestow blessings on same-sex couples

Roman Catholic priests can now administer blessings to same-sex couples as long as they are not part of regular church rituals after Pope Francis approved a landmark ruling today.

Coldplay concert should be axed for Palestinian cause: Terengganu mufti

Terengganu Mufti Datuk Dr Mohamad Sabri Harun has joined the chorus of religious figures calling for the cancellation of the upcoming concert by British supergroup Coldplay, just ahead of their sold-out appearance at the Bukit Jalil National Stadium on November 22.

Religious minister says laws curbing LGBTQ+ promotion should apply to all, not just Muslims

The religious affairs minister has said that any new legislation aimed at regulating the promotion of LGBTQ+ elements should be uniformly applied to all members of the public, irrespective of their religious beliefs.

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