Lansing, Michigan is currently listed as the "sister-city" to St. Petersburg, Russia. That may change soon, however, if Russia continues its … [Read more...] about Lansing, MI May Cut Ties With St. Petersburg Over Anti-Gay Policies
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Meet The Four Dutch Citizens Arrested Under Russia’s New Anti-Gay Law
News spread quickly shortly after four Dutch citizens were the first foreign citizens to be arrested under Russia's anti-gay … [Read more...] about Meet The Four Dutch Citizens Arrested Under Russia’s New Anti-Gay Law
LGBT Group Calls For Boycott Of Russian Vodka In Response To Country’s Anti-Gay Regime
Coming on the heels of the arrest of three Dutch tourists in Russia under the country's new gay 'propaganda' ban, Queer Nation has begun … [Read more...] about LGBT Group Calls For Boycott Of Russian Vodka In Response To Country’s Anti-Gay Regime
Harvey Fierstein Says That “Putin Has Declared War on Homosexuals”
In the wake of Russian President Vladimir Putin's recent decisions to sign laws banning "gay Propaganda", as well as adoption of Russian … [Read more...] about Harvey Fierstein Says That “Putin Has Declared War on Homosexuals”
First Tourists Arrested Under Russian’s Anti-Gay Law; Russian Bishop Claims Same-Sex Marriage Is ‘Sign Of The Apocalypse’
Several pieces of disconcerting news out of Russia today. Officials in that country have arrested three Dutch tourists today under its new anti-gay … [Read more...] about First Tourists Arrested Under Russian’s Anti-Gay Law; Russian Bishop Claims Same-Sex Marriage Is ‘Sign Of The Apocalypse’
Are Marriage Equality Victories Making ‘Life Worse’ For Gay People In Developing Countries?
While the notion of expanding LGBT rights leading to potentially negative side effects seems like something pulled exclusively from right wing talking … [Read more...] about Are Marriage Equality Victories Making ‘Life Worse’ For Gay People In Developing Countries?
British Band Autoheart’s ‘Moscow’ Video Features Gay Kiss In Front Of Kremlin: VIDEO
The new music video from Autoheart's debut album, 'Punch,' tells an idyllic gay love story, depicted in the video as a relationship … [Read more...] about British Band Autoheart’s ‘Moscow’ Video Features Gay Kiss In Front Of Kremlin: VIDEO
Int’l Olympic Committee: We’ll ‘Work to Ensure’ Gay Athletes Can Freely Compete in Sochi, Russia
The International Olympic Committee released a statement to the Windy City Times over concern about Russia's draconian law banning "gay … [Read more...] about Int’l Olympic Committee: We’ll ‘Work to Ensure’ Gay Athletes Can Freely Compete in Sochi, Russia
White House Talks ENDA, Olympic Boycott Over Russia’s Gay ‘Propaganda’ Ban: VIDEO
In a conversation with the Washington Blade's Chris Johnson on Friday, White House Press Secretary Jay Carney reiterated Obama's … [Read more...] about White House Talks ENDA, Olympic Boycott Over Russia’s Gay ‘Propaganda’ Ban: VIDEO
Sister of PM Kevin Rudd Wants Australia to Implement a Russia-Like Ban on ‘Gay Propaganda’
Loree Rudd, the sister of newly-elected and second-time Australian PM Kevin Rudd, says she thinks Australia should introduce a ban on "gay … [Read more...] about Sister of PM Kevin Rudd Wants Australia to Implement a Russia-Like Ban on ‘Gay Propaganda’