Moscow and Reykjavik, Iceland are "sister cities", and Reykjavik Mayor Jon Gnarr wants to end that relationship over Moscow's anti-gay … [Read more...] about Reykjavik Mayor Wants to Cut City’s Ties with Moscow Over Russian Capital’s Stance on Gay Rights
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Out Olympic Speed Skater Blake Skjellerup Speaks Out Against Russia’s Anti-Gay Law: VIDEO
With Russia's new gay "propaganda" ban signed into law last month, LBGT Olympians from around the world are already anticipating the … [Read more...] about Out Olympic Speed Skater Blake Skjellerup Speaks Out Against Russia’s Anti-Gay Law: VIDEO
Russian Lawmaker Says Gays Must Be Treated, Re-Educated
A regional Siberian lawmaker has announced he intends to set up a group to protect Russians from gay people, and says they must be treated and … [Read more...] about Russian Lawmaker Says Gays Must Be Treated, Re-Educated
Gay Tourists In Russia Face Jail Time, Deportation
With Russia's new anti-gay "propaganda" ban now in effect thanks to being approved by the Russian Upper House and signed into law … [Read more...] about Gay Tourists In Russia Face Jail Time, Deportation
Tilda Swinton Shows Solidarity with LGBT Community, Raises Rainbow Flag Near the Kremlin
Tilda Swinton's agent Christopher Hodell posted this message from the actress on his Twitter account yesterday: "Please share this message … [Read more...] about Tilda Swinton Shows Solidarity with LGBT Community, Raises Rainbow Flag Near the Kremlin
Russian President Vladimir Putin Signs Law Banning Foreign Gay Couples from Adopting Children
Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a law banning adoption by foreign same-sex couples, the AP reports: The new law prohibits adoption by … [Read more...] about Russian President Vladimir Putin Signs Law Banning Foreign Gay Couples from Adopting Children
Vladimir Putin Signs Law Banning Promotion Of ‘Homosexual Propaganda’
It's a sad day for our LGBT brothers and sisters in Russia. Today, President Vladimir Putin signed into law the disgusting bill banning the … [Read more...] about Vladimir Putin Signs Law Banning Promotion Of ‘Homosexual Propaganda’
Blood Drawn in Major Clash at St. Petersburg, Russia Gay Rights Rally; Dozens Arrested — VIDEO
Dozens were arrested at a gay rights rally in St. Petersburg, Russia today.Check out a stunning video of the clash, AFTER THE JUMP...The AP … [Read more...] about Blood Drawn in Major Clash at St. Petersburg, Russia Gay Rights Rally; Dozens Arrested — VIDEO
‘Gay Propaganda’ Ban Advances Through Russian Upper House In 137-0 Vote
As we celebrate the death of DOMA and the rejection of Proposition 8 by the US Supreme Court this week, it is important to remember that the fight for … [Read more...] about ‘Gay Propaganda’ Ban Advances Through Russian Upper House In 137-0 Vote
Vladimir Putin Reiterates Claim That Russia Does Not Discriminate Against Gays
This week, Russian President Vladimir Putin reiterated his claim that the rights of LGBT Russians were not being violated under the country's new, … [Read more...] about Vladimir Putin Reiterates Claim That Russia Does Not Discriminate Against Gays