A court in Bulgaria has recognized same-sex marriage for the first time, ruling in favor of a gay couple who married in France. The AP reports: "Australian citizen Kristina Palma, who married … [Read more...] about Bulgaria Court Recognizes Same-Sex Marriage in Groundbreaking Ruling
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Brunei Defends Anti-Gay ‘Death by Stoning’ Law in Letter to EU
Hassanal Bolkiah, Sultan of Brunei (CC BY 3.0) Brunei has defended its punishment of death by stoning for gay sex in a letter to the European Parliament. Under Brunei's new law, adultery is … [Read more...] about Brunei Defends Anti-Gay ‘Death by Stoning’ Law in Letter to EU
Theresa May’s BREXIT Deal Defeated By Overwhelming Historic Margin: WATCH
Members of the United Kingdom's Parliament voted by 432 votes to 202 to reject Theresa May's Brexit deal, the heaviest defeat in British politics, according to the The Guardian. It leaves her … [Read more...] about Theresa May’s BREXIT Deal Defeated By Overwhelming Historic Margin: WATCH
Top EU Court Says Same-Sex Spouses Have Residency Rights Whether or Not Country Recognizes Gay Marriage
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Wzm63DkmTI The European Court of Justice ruled on Tuesday that same-sex spouses have residency rights whether or not the country they're residing in recognizes … [Read more...] about Top EU Court Says Same-Sex Spouses Have Residency Rights Whether or Not Country Recognizes Gay Marriage
European Union Court of Justice Bans ‘Gay Tests’ for Asylum Seekers
The European Union Court of Justice has ruled that “gay tests” for asylum seekers are illegal. In a case brought by a Nigerian man who applied for refugee status in Hungary, the court ruled “the … [Read more...] about European Union Court of Justice Bans ‘Gay Tests’ for Asylum Seekers
European Court Of Human Rights Condemns Russia’s ‘Gay Propaganda’ Law
The European Court of Human Rights ruled Tuesday that a Russian law banning the promotion of homosexuality is discriminatory and encourages homophobia. The court also said the law breached European … [Read more...] about European Court Of Human Rights Condemns Russia’s ‘Gay Propaganda’ Law
This Young, LGBT Advocate Isn’t Your Average Brexiteer
When the UK government officially filed divorce papers Wednesday to leave the European Union, Darren Grimes woke up a happy camper. “I’m extremely optimistic about our future chances outside in … [Read more...] about This Young, LGBT Advocate Isn’t Your Average Brexiteer
German Chancellor Angela Merkel Warns Cooperation with Trump Depends on Respect for Equality
German Chancellor Angela Merkel has said that her country’s cooperation with Donald Trump is very much dependent upon his stance on equality. While other EU leaders including UK Prime Minister … [Read more...] about German Chancellor Angela Merkel Warns Cooperation with Trump Depends on Respect for Equality
As Britain Considers a ‘Brexit’ from the EU, John Oliver Has a Better Idea: WATCH
John Oliver took a look last night at Brexit, which is the name for the debate on whether Britain should leave the 28-state European Union. It's a debate that reached a violent climax last week when … [Read more...] about As Britain Considers a ‘Brexit’ from the EU, John Oliver Has a Better Idea: WATCH
Conchita Wurst Soars to New Heights in Eurovision 2015 Opening Performance: WATCH
Eurovision 2014 winner and gender-bending singer Conchita Wurst opened this year's Eurovision Grand Final with a soaring performance. The Austrian favorite ascended above the audience on wires … [Read more...] about Conchita Wurst Soars to New Heights in Eurovision 2015 Opening Performance: WATCH
