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Latest from Mormon Land: Can you be gay and LDS? Yes, officially, but ...: The LDS Church's position on same-sex attraction makes room for LGTBQ+ members ...
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Gay parents from Saarland share their family life on Instagram: When the Bundestag passed marriage equality, Steve cried in front of the television ...
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SFGATE Oct 15
After 28 years, KQED radio host Scott Shafer announces retirement: Scott Shafer, co-host of "Political Breakdown," announced that he will step down from his ...
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Greek City Times Oct 15
Latinopoulou Rules Out Alliance with Mitsotakis or Samaras; Awaits Aslam Court Case
greekcitytimes.com/2026/10/15/latinopoulou-rules-out-alliance-with-mitsotakis-or-samaras-awaits-aslam-court-case/
OpinionVirginia’s three constitutional amendments put power in voters’ hands, not politicians' | Guest column
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Virginia’s Question 2 would remove the state constitution’s same-sex marriage ban and protect equal marriage rights, a change Log Cabin Republicans call a ... Show more
Woman dies in officer-involved shooting in Chesterfield
Woman dies in officer-involved shooting in Chesterfield
Are Mormons Losing Their Distinctiveness?: People born into the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints have tended to stay members for life ...
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Rep. Val Hoyle and Republican challenger Monique DeSpain are locked in a combative rematch, trading attacks over data centers, campaign spending ... Show more
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Allahabad High Court asks UP police to ensure safety for same-sex interfaith couple
indianexpress.com/article/legal-news/allahabad-high-court-up-police-safety-same-sex-interfaith-couple-10887474/
Bolivia's first same-sex marriage: "We don't want to be the last": Fabiana Bánzer and Scarlett Rocha have married. All's well that ends well? Not at ...
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Beyond marriage: Queer couples take the fight for equal rights to court: Same-sex couples approach High Courts across India to challenge discriminatory ...
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Despite NFVCB warning, gay-themed Nigerian series returns to YouTube: The regulator renewed its threat after three episodes of the previously removed production ...
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Centre opposes ‘spouse’ inclusion in same-sex partners’ tax benefits case: Solicitor General Tushar Mehta made his submissions while opposing a petition filed by ...
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Macklemore's latest controversy, explained: From the Ed Sheeran tour fallout to past controversies, here's why Macklemore is making headlines and drawing both ...
usatoday.com/story/entertainment/music/2026/09/18/macklemore-controversies-explained/91825679007/
Russian River Pride Parade and Festival returns this weekend. Here’s what’s in store
pressdemocrat.com/2026/09/17/russian-river-pride-parade-and-festival-returns-this-weekend-heres-whats-in-store/
Africa: All of Africa Today - September 17, 2026: Press Review - Sudan Gold Mine Collapse Kills at Least 60
allafrica.com/stories/202609170084.html
Namibia: Same-Sex Marriage Remains 'Illegal' in Namibia: Same-sex couples cannot legally marry under Namibian law, justice and labour relations minister Wise ...
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Earle-Sears headed to Charlottesville on campaign to kill gay marriage, abortion amendments
dailyprogress.com/news/local/government-politics/elections/article_b80c0b38-f220-4a00-aadb-4b28cbdc3a90.html
There was never any plan for equality, laments Women’s GPA founder Lane: Women’s GPA founder Aoife Lane believes “the ship has now sailed” for those presently at ...
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OpinionMarriage equality strengthens Hong Kong families and communities: Opinion: Hong Kong’s debate over same-sex relationships is often framed as a question of ...
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Gloria Steinem: An icon of American feminism: The trailblazing feminist spoke out for the legalisation of abortion, same-sex marriage and equal pay for women - ...
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Key FactsGloria Steinem Dies at 92 in New York
Sep 3, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: time.com
- Steinem died on September 2 at her home in New York City, aged 92.
- In 1971, she co-founded Ms. and the National Women’s Political Caucus and campaigned for the Equal Rights Amendment.
- By her own account, active feminism began in 1969 after attending an abortion speak-out in a church basement.
- In 2018, she offered her New York home to immigrant mothers and children separated from them.
You must promise me two things. First, you will not tell anyone my name. Second, you will do what you want to do with your life.— Dr. John Sharpe, London physician; said in 1957 to a 22-year-old American seeking an abortion, as quoted in the dedication of Gloria Steinem's My Life on the Road (2015).
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Mitsotakis: ‘There is no woke agenda in Greece’: Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis on Saturday dismissed criticism that his government is promoting a “woke ...
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Editorial | Let our people choose: Israel must legalize same-sex marriage
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I Left My Church—And Found Christianity: No one should have to choose between their community and their own integrity.
theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2025/07/christian-church-gay-marriage/683527/
The Case Against Marriage: What if marriage is not the social good that so many believe and want it to be?
theatlantic.com/family/archive/2019/07/case-against-marriage/591973/
OpinionLet our people choose: Israel must legalize same-sex marriage: The election should be not only about the obligation to serve, but also about the right of each ...
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WATCH | Botswana is considering constitutional reforms to align with human rights standards, including debates around the death penalty and same-sex marriage ... Show more
OpinionAmending Virginia's Constitution | Guest column: If Virginia voters approve three constitutional amendments this fall, they will permanently protect same-sex ...
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Same-Sex Marriages in Polish Civil Registry Offices Despite Article 18 of the Constitution? New Rules Take Effect Sunday
polanddaily24.com/same-sex-marriages-in-polish-civil-registry-offices-despite-article-18-of-the-constitution-new-rules-take-effect-sunday/poland-today/73520
Bolivia recognises first same-sex marriage following landmark ruling: Bolivia recorded its first-ever same-sex marriage on Friday, August 7, after Fabiana Banzer ...
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Taiwan approves holding 3 referendums, including on caning sex criminals: There is a relatively high threshold for approval which has stymied some previous ...
timeslive.co.za/news/world/2026-08-14-taiwan-approves-holding-3-referendums-including-on-caning-sex-criminals/
Jeffrey Epstein arranged sham same-sex marriage for dentist girlfriend so she could get green card: report
nypost.com/2026/07/28/us-news/jeffrey-epstein-arranged-sham-same-sex-marriage-for-his-dentist-girlfriend-report/
Greek City Times Aug 01
A Complete Guide to Having a Wedding in Greece: Dreaming of a destination wedding in Greece? From the iconic sunsets of Santorini to the historic charm of Athens ...
greekcitytimes.com/2026/08/01/complete-guide-wedding-in-greece/
The Case Against Marriage: What if marriage is not the social good that so many believe and want it to be?
theatlantic.com/family/archive/2019/07/case-against-marriage/591973/
Poland: Top court rejects recognizing EU same-sex marriages: Poland's constitutional court has overturned plans to recognize same-sex marriages that took ...
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Prosecutors say Charlie Kirk was attacked for his politics, cite anti-LGBT views: Tyler Robinson, the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk, targeted the ...
reuters.com/legal/government/prosecutors-say-charlie-kirk-was-attacked-his-politics-cite-anti-lgbt-views-2026-07-29/
Kim Davis accused of hiding inheritance to avoid paying gay couple $565K judgment
kentucky.com/news/state/kentucky/article316625574.html
Outrage in France as Macron appoints senator who fought gay marriage to key rights job
france24.com/en/france/20260721-outrage-france-macron-appoints-senator-who-fought-gay-marriage-rights-ombudsman-buffet
Nigerian lawmakers move closer to outlawing same-sex unions: According to the sponsor, the bill provides that same-sex marriages or civil unions shall not enjoy ...
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Obituary: Montreal activist Michael Hendricks leaves a rich legacy of commitment to human rights
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Exhibition highlights Commonwealth states criminalising LGBT+ intimacy: NATIONAL flags representing the 28 Commonwealth member states that criminalise consensual ...
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Niger has arrested at least 16 people under a new law criminalizing same-sex sexual relations. A judicial source says those arrested include customs and police ... Show more
Key FactsJudicial source: At least 16 arrested in Niger
Jul 2, 2026 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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- The judicial source said those arrested include senior customs and police officials as well as several civilians.
- The operation remains underway and is expected to expand in the coming weeks to suspected locations where same-sex couples may live together, including barracks and university campuses.
- Under the official gazette dated March 27, same-sex sexual relations are punishable by five to 10 years in prison and fines of 10 million to 100 million CFA francs, approximately $18,000 to $180,000.
- The law provides 10 to 20 years in prison for people found to be in same-sex marriages, while LGBTQ rights organisations operating in the country face fines of 50 million to 500 million CFA francs.
RNS Jun 30
Asbury Theological Seminary cut by United Methodist Church over same-sex marriage issue
religionnews.com/2026/06/25/asbury-theological-seminary-cut-by-united-methodist-church-umc-over-same-sex-marriage-issue/
Kate Forbes claims she was 'slam dunk' for SNP leadership until revealing gay marriage views
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Opinion"Nuclear Family Month” shows that MAGA is still coming for same-sex marriage
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Hicks: Same-sex marriage doesn’t weaken your marriage, or the institution of marriage. The worship of another religion doesn’t weaken your relationship with ... Show more
The hardest thing America asks of us | Opinion
The hardest thing America asks of us | Opinion
Tokyo Pride Month 2026 filled June with events across the city. From a month-long Queer Art Exhibition in Minato to a Youth Pride festival at "With ... Show more
Gay Marriage Is Dividing Republicans, Again: A look at the backlash to same-sex marriage — its strength, seriousness and the reasons behind it.
nytimes.com/2026/06/24/us/politics/gay-marriage-backlash-republicans-trans-rights.html
Attitudes toward same-sex marriage and transgender issues are shifting, Gallup poll shows
latimes.com/world-nation/story/2026-06-03/attitudes-toward-same-sex-marriage-transgender-issues-are-shifting-gallup-poll-shows
Niger’s military government has joined several African nations that criminalize same-sex relations. Engaging in same-sex activity is now punishable by prison ... Show more
EWN Jun 18
New wave of anti-LGBTQ laws sweeps Africa: Of Africa's 54 countries, only about 20 do not currently criminalise same-sex relations.
ewn.co.za/2026/06/18/new-wave-of-anti-lgbtq-laws-sweeps-africa
Niger has enacted a penal code that criminalises same-sex relations.
Under the law, consensual same-sex acts are punishable by five to 10 years in prison ... Show more
Americans' support for same-sex marriage sees decline, new poll shows: The poll kicks off the beginning of Pride Month and comes only a day after Tennessee Rep ...
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‘She does not back down’: the couple seeking to legalise same-sex marriage in Botswana
theguardian.com/world/2026/may/25/same-sex-marriage-botswana-couple-court
I Married My High School Sweetheart, And I Don't Recommend It: We don’t fit the usual high school sweetheart narrative.
huffpost.com/entry/marrying-your-high-school-sweetheart-advice_n_6a22eb12e4b0ed55359e8112
No Consent to 'Quasi-Marriages': Presidential Palace Pushes Back on Same-Sex Marriages"
polanddaily24.com/no-consent-to-quasi-marriages-presidential-palace-pushes-back-on-same-sex-marriages/poland-today/70265
Can Marriage Survive the Manosphere?: The appeal of marriage is waning in an age of supercharged misogyny.
newrepublic.com/article/210116/marriage-survive-manosphere-misogyny
Can Marriage Survive the Manosphere?: The appeal of marriage is waning in an age of supercharged misogyny.
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PiS Chairman Reacts to Government Regulation: “This Strikes at a Clear Constitutional Provision”
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Tsai says same-sex marriage shows strength of Taiwan democracy | Taiwan News | May. 25, 2026 10:46
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Czarnek sounds the alarm on same-sex marriage: “Don’t let ourselves be fooled”: “Today ‘transcription of documents,’ tomorrow demands for full adoption rights ...
polanddaily24.com/czarnek-sounds-the-alarm-on-same-sex-marriages-dont-let-ourselves-be-fooled/poland-today/70123
Franklin Graham Attacks ‘Transgenderism,’ Gay Marriage at Rededicate 250: The evangelical preacher said that America is a morally bankrupt nation ...
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Second Polish city follows Warsaw's lead in recognizing foreign same-sex marriage
notesfrompoland.com/2026/05/18/second-polish-city-follows-warsaws-lead-in-recognising-foreign-same-sex-marriage/
Poland makes history with first same-sex marriage registration: In November, the European Union’s highest court ordered Poland to register same-sex marriages ...
euronews.com/my-europe/2026/05/14/poland-makes-history-with-first-same-sex-marriage-registration-following-eu-court-ruling
Key FactsWarsaw registers Poland’s first same-sex marriage
May 14, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: de.euronews.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: de.euronews.com
- Mayor Rafał Trzaskowski said the first copy of the marriage certificate was completed without delay at Warsaw City Hall on Thursday.
- In November 2025, the Court of Justice of the European Union required Poland to recognize same-sex marriages from other EU countries, and since then the Supreme Administrative Court has ordered transcriptions for seven couples in total.
- A future government regulation is intended to standardize transcriptions nationwide, has been signed by Krzysztof Gawkowski, and a countersignature by Marcin Kierwiński was announced for the coming days.
- The transcription does not change the fact that same-sex marriages and civil partnerships remain illegal in Poland, and it does not fully resolve issues such as inheritance, taxation, and access to medical data.
for the years of rejection and humiliation— Donald Tusk, Prime Minister; he apologized to same-sex couples and urged officials to respect the dignity of every person.
Taiwan survey finds support rising for same-sex marriage | Taiwan News | May. 15, 2026 20:51
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Barney Frank, Liberal Icon And Champion Of LGBTQ+ Rights, Dies At 86: The quick-witted Democrat was the first member of Congress to voluntarily come out as gay ...
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Key FactsBarney Frank: Trailblazer for Rights Dies at 86
May 20, 2026 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: wgbh.org
- Barney Frank, a longtime Massachusetts representative, died at 86 after receiving hospice care for congestive heart failure.
- He was the first member of Congress to come out as gay voluntarily in 1987 and remained politically engaged until his death.
- Frank played a key role in shaping financial regulation as chairman of the House Financial Services Committee and co-author of the Dodd-Frank Act.
- His advocacy spanned affordable housing, affirmative action, AIDS funding, and ending discriminatory military policies against LGBTQ individuals.
Same-Sex Marriages in Poland Becoming a Reality. Wrocław Makes First Registration
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TVP World May 17
‘More will follow’: Poland recognizes second same-sex marriage in a week: Warsaw recognized Poland’s first same-sex marriage on Thursday, marking a historic ...
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Sally Hayden: I wrote a book about love to remind myself there is goodness in the world
irishtimes.com/life-style/people/2026/05/16/foreign-correspondent-sally-hayden-i-wrote-a-book-about-love-to-remember-there-is-goodness-in-the-world/
Support for same-sex marriage in Taiwan rises to 54.3%: Survey - Focus Taiwan: Support for same-sex marriage in Taiwan has risen to 54.3 percent ...
focustaiwan.tw/society/202605150017
Acceleration of same-sex marriage recognition. Kierwiński: “I will sign the regulation”
polanddaily24.com/acceleration-of-same-sex-marriage-recognition-kierwinski-i-will-sign-the-regulation/poland-today/69757
Why It’s So Hard to Get So Many Men to Do More Housework: Can a marriage ever truly be equal?
theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2025/01/fair-play-marriage-chore-division/681152/
Adoption of children by same-sex marriages is the “next step.” This was confirmed by Tomasz Trela [VIDEO]
polanddaily24.com/adoption-of-children-by-same-sex-marriages-is-the-next-step-this-was-confirmed-by-tomasz-trela-video/poland-today/69680
Now in hospice care, Barney Frank warns Democrats against ‘litmus tests’ in new interview
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