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Matty Healy same-sex kiss in Malaysia sparks concern among local LGBT+ activists

Some activists warned that The 1975 frontman’s actions would generate a backlash against the local LGBT+ community

The Independent UK

Why Matty Healy’s Stunt In Malaysia To ‘Support’ The LGBTQIA+ Community Was Actually So Fkd Up

"Matty becoming a raging drunkard to preach a word salad is peak performative bullshit."

Pedestrian.tv

The 1975's show stopped in Malaysia after onstage kiss

The British pop rock band The 1975 had its set at a Malaysian music festival cut short on Friday night after frontman Matty Healy kissed a male bandmate onstage and criticised the country's anti-LGBTQ+ laws.

Bangkok Post

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The 1975 cancel two Asian shows after Malaysia LGBT+ controversy

Frontman Matty Healy had been at the Good Vibes Festival on Friday when he made a speech about homosexuality.

Evening Standard

The 1975 cancels its shows in Jakarta and Taipei after band's same-sex kiss controversy in Malaysia

British pop rock band The 1975 has announced it was canceling its shows in Jakarta and Taipei after the Malaysian government cut short a music festival, a day before, as the band’s lead singer slammed the country’s anti-gay laws and kissed a male bandmate during their performance

The Independent UK

Matty Healy pokes fun at Malaysia controversy with dismissive response to festival cancellation

Event was ordered to stop after musician kissed male bandmate on stage

The Independent UK

The 1975 cancel more Asia shows after Matt Healy’s same-sex kiss onstage in Malaysia

‘Unfortunately, due to current circumstances, it is impossible to proceed with the scheduled shows’

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Matty Healy Got A Whole Festival Cancelled In Malaysia After He Kissed His Bandmate On Stage

"Matty pulling that stunt actively endangers [queer activism] efforts," said a fan.

Pedestrian.tv

Malaysia's government cancels festival after The 1975's Matty Healy kisses a bandmate

The lead singer of The 1975 disparaged Malaysia's anti-LGBTQ laws, saying he regretted agreeing to perform in the country.

WEKU

Malaysian festival cancelled after The 1975 protest with kiss on the stage

Other acts such as Australian singer-songwriter The Kid Laroi and American rock band The Strokes had been due to play over the weekend.

Evening Standard

Malaysia cuts short music fest after British band slams anti-gay laws, singer kisses male bandmate

Malaysia’s government has cut short a music festival after the lead singer of British band The 1975 slammed the country’s anti-gay laws and kissed a male bandmate during their performance

The Independent UK

Malaysia bans the 1975 after Matty Healy defies anti-LGBTQ+ laws with stage kiss

Singer’s protest kiss with bandmate and criticism of anti-homosexuality law leads to ban and festival cancellation

The Guardian - UK

Malaysia bans The 1975 and calls Matt Healy ‘extremely rude’ after shutting down gig over same-sex kiss

Healy ‘has a long-time record of advocating for the LGBTQ+ community’, says source close to band

The Independent UK

Pop band The 1975’s set stopped in Malaysia after onstage kiss

Good Vibes festival organisers said 1975’s set was stopped due to ‘non-compliance with local performance guidelines’.

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The Independent UK

Denise Welch supports son Matty Healy who says The 1975 are ‘banned’ in Malaysia following LGBT+ rant

LGBT+ people face severe discrimination in Malaysia where homosexuality is forbidden

The Hindu

Enjoy the flavours of Malaysia at the Park Hyatt Chennai

Chef Asaari's Malaysian food festival at Mr. Ong, Park Hyatt Chennai offers a vivid and refreshing salad with sour notes, curries galore, desserts like Kuih Ketayap and a special A la carte menu. With 15 years of experience, Chef Asaari has brought authentic Malaysian flavours to India. Enjoy a trip…

The Guardian - UK

‘It’s a huge sign of progress’: the battle to decriminalise suicide

In at least 17 countries, suicide remains a criminal offence – a ‘huge barrier’ to mental health care. As Ghana becomes one of four countries to overturn its law in a year, others could follow

The Hindu

Malaysia honours Kanthapuram with Hijra Award

Malaysia honours Sunni leader Kanthapuram Aboobacker Musliar with its highest civilian award, the Hijra Award. The award, instituted in 2008, is given to Islamic scholars from around the world for their contributions to world peace and camaraderie. Mr. Kanthapuram is the first Indian to receive the award. Malaysian Prime Minister…

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Al Jazeera

‘So proud’: Heba Saadieh, the first Palestinian World Cup referee

Saadieh tells Al Jazeera about the ups and downs she’s faced on her way to officiating in the 2023 Women’s World Cup.

Al Jazeera

Malaysia charges politician with sedition over sultan remarks

Muhammad Sanusi MD Nor pleads not guilty, accuses government of stifling free speech as regional elections loom.

Al Jazeera

Swatch sues Malaysia over seizure of LGBTQ pride watches

Swiss watchmaker says in lawsuit watches ‘not in any way capable of causing any disruption to public order or morality’.

The Hindu

Commonly-found cicada species sheds its foreign tag to embrace an Indian identity

Corrected identity of South Indian cicada species, Purana cheeveeda, formerly mistaken for Malaysian species. Research team led by Kalesh Sadasivan found differences in male genitalia & operculum. Possibility of cicadas being geographically & attitudinally restricted, implying high degree of endemism. Study strengthens possibility of cicadas being restricted, indicating deteriorating quality…

Al Jazeera

Malaysia’s Anwar talks Tesla, Starlink with Elon Musk

Anwar Ibrahim says carmaker will establish headquarters in state of Selangor later this year.

RideApart

MBP Eyeing Malaysian Launch Through MForce Bike Holdings

MBP, or Moto Bologna Passione, is expected to make its Malaysian debut under MForce Bike Holdings at the Kuala Lumpur Bike Show 2023.

The Hindu

No hurdles in Pakistan’s presence for Asian Champions Trophy, says Union Sports Minister Anurag Thakur

Pakistan's participation in Asian Champions Trophy hockey is certain, with Sports Minister Anurag Thakur indicating no government hurdles. India, Pakistan, Korea, Malaysia, Japan and China will compete in the tournament in Chennai, with the trophy touring India to promote the event. Hockey India president Dilip Tirkey and former India stars…

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