Authorities in Mauritania, where homosexuality is punishable by death, have arrested 10 in connection with a suspected same-sex wedding that turned out to be a birthday party. The authorities … [Read more...] about Mauritania Jails 10 Over Suspected Gay Wedding That Turned Out to Be a Birthday Party: WATCH
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Florida Republicans Launch Full-Scale Assault on LGBTQ Rights
https://twitter.com/equalityfl/status/1217169034132840450 Perhaps emboldened by President Donald Trump, Republican state lawmakers in Florida have unleashed a hateful barrage of anti-LGBTQ … [Read more...] about Florida Republicans Launch Full-Scale Assault on LGBTQ Rights
Tennessee Bakery Refuses Gay Couple Due to Spiritual Convictions: WATCH
A gay couple once again had a bakery decline to make their wedding cake when the owners learned their sexual orientation. "The bakery, Susie's Sweets, lists its location on its Facebook … [Read more...] about Tennessee Bakery Refuses Gay Couple Due to Spiritual Convictions: WATCH
Justin Bieber, Leonardo DiCaprio, Colin Kaepernick, DeMarco Majors, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Lindsay Lohan, & Jonah Hill Tackles Toxic Masculinity on Valentine’s Day Eve: HOT LINKS
HEART OF THE MILKY WAY There is a lot to love about astronomy, and — in time for Valentine's Day — photographer Julien Girard offers a "heartfelt” example in this image. A bright pink symbol of love … [Read more...] about Justin Bieber, Leonardo DiCaprio, Colin Kaepernick, DeMarco Majors, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Lindsay Lohan, & Jonah Hill Tackles Toxic Masculinity on Valentine’s Day Eve: HOT LINKS
Here’s a Recap of Mike Pence’s Attacks on LGBT Rights – READ
Over the years, Towleroad has reported on Indiana Governor Mike Pence and his consistent record of undermining the rights of LGBT people. We decided to highlight some stories we have posted … [Read more...] about Here’s a Recap of Mike Pence’s Attacks on LGBT Rights – READ
A Year On, ‘Mr. Gay Syria’ Feels Under Threat in Istanbul
The winner of a contest held in Istanbul last year meant to empower and highlight gay Syrian refugees has reported his situation as deteriorating. In an interview last week with German public news … [Read more...] about A Year On, ‘Mr. Gay Syria’ Feels Under Threat in Istanbul
Arkansas Official Resigns After Tweeting ‘Gay Jokes Are Back On’ In Trump’s America
An Arkansas state official has resigned following a controversy over his recent sexist and anti-gay social media posts. Hunter Hatcher (above), who served as an outreach coordinator in the the … [Read more...] about Arkansas Official Resigns After Tweeting ‘Gay Jokes Are Back On’ In Trump’s America
Trump Picks Anti-Gay Iowa Governor Terry Branstad for Ambassador to China
Donald Trump has named Iowa's anti-gay governor, Terry Branstad, as his ambassador to China. The Washington Post reports: Branstad has extensive ties to China and a personal friendship with … [Read more...] about Trump Picks Anti-Gay Iowa Governor Terry Branstad for Ambassador to China
GOP Congressman Who Thinks LGBT Rights Negatively Impact Health is Front-Runner for HHS Secretary – VIDEO
Anti-gay Georgia congressman Tom Price (R, because obviously) is reportedly the front-runner to be Donald Trump's Secretary of Health and Human Services. Politico reports: Price, a physician and … [Read more...] about GOP Congressman Who Thinks LGBT Rights Negatively Impact Health is Front-Runner for HHS Secretary – VIDEO
Get Your First Look at ‘When We Rise’, Dustin Lance Black and Gus Van Sant’s Gay Rights Miniseries: WATCH
When We Rise, Dustin Lance Black and Gus Van Sant's 7-part, 8-hour gay rights miniseries, has just released its first preview and it might leave you with some feels. Chronicling the rise of the … [Read more...] about Get Your First Look at ‘When We Rise’, Dustin Lance Black and Gus Van Sant’s Gay Rights Miniseries: WATCH
