FIFA, the international soccer governing body, has issued fines to seven countries after fans were found to have used homophobic chants. The fines were imposed by FIFA’s Anti-Discrimination … [Read more...] about FIFA Fines Seven National Soccer Teams For Anti-Gay Crowd Chants: VIDEO
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South America Has Become a Safe Haven for the Catholic Church’s Alleged Child Molesters
By Will Carless / GlobalPost Jennifer’s memories were scattered and fleeting. They came suddenly, triggered by a smell or a glimpse of light dappled through stained glass. The aroma of freshly … [Read more...] about South America Has Become a Safe Haven for the Catholic Church’s Alleged Child Molesters
LGBT Activist in Paraguay Says Historic First Meeting with Pope Francis Was ‘Very Productive’
A Paraguayan LGBT activist is in high spirits after his historic public meeting with Pope Francis over the weekend. The Washington Blade reports Simón Cazal, who heads Paraguay's LGBT group … [Read more...] about LGBT Activist in Paraguay Says Historic First Meeting with Pope Francis Was ‘Very Productive’
Paraguay’s New President Apologizes for Anti-Gay Remarks
Paraguay's new president Horacios Cartes, who in the days before the election said he'd shoot himself in the balls if his son was gay, called support of same-sex marriage the same as believing … [Read more...] about Paraguay’s New President Apologizes for Anti-Gay Remarks
Paraguay’s Presidential Frontrunner Says He’d Shoot Himself in the Nuts if His Son Married a Man
Paraguay's is holding presidential elections on Sunday and its frontrunner, Horacio Cartes, was asked to react to Uruguay's recent passage of marriage equality, the NYT reports: In a radio … [Read more...] about Paraguay’s Presidential Frontrunner Says He’d Shoot Himself in the Nuts if His Son Married a Man
