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From Venice, a Plea to Reopen Movie Theaters Shut by Virus
Out director Pedro Almodovar has joined a chorus of voices at the Venice Film Festival urging the reopening of movie theaters and a return to cinema normality after coronavirus lockdowns, saying films are meant to be seen on the big screen, not at home.
Haitian Center a Refuge for Transgender People
Prejudice and discrimination against transgender people is common in Haiti, but at least one organization is providing a haven where they can feel welcome.
Philippine Appeals Block Release of US Marine in Killing
A U.S. Marine convicted in the 2014 killing of a transgender Filipino woman will remain behind bars while her family and the government appeal a Philippine court order allowing his early release for good behavior, an official said Thursday.
Gonorrhea Cases in UK Rise 26% from Last Year
In England and Wales, gonorrhea cases have spiked with highest number on record since 1918; increases also found in cases of syphilis and chlamydia.
Indonesia Police Detain Dozens in Raid on Jakarta Gay Party
Indonesian police detained dozens of men in a raid on a gay party at a hotel in Jakarta, an official said Wednesday.
Philippine Court Orders US Marine's Early Release in Killing Trans Woman
A Philippine court has ordered the early release for good conduct of a U.S. Marine convicted in the 2014 killing of a transgender Filipino which sparked anger in the former American colony.
German Health Minister Spat On and Jeered by Anti-Maskers
Germany's openly gay Health Minister, Jens Spahn, was accosted by homophobic slurs and spat on while addressing a crowd of anti-maskers on Saturday.
Polish Catholic Bishops Call for Conversion Therapy Clinics
Catholic bishops in Poland are calling for conversion therapy in the form of clinics to assist people who wish to become heterosexual.
Anti-LGBTQ 'Radical' Preacher Bugs Out of Vancouver Event
A preacher known for his anti-LGBTQ message failed to show up at a planned event in Vancouver, but he still has plans for other appearances. LGBTQ counter-protestors are ready - with song and dance.
27 Poisoned by Carbon Monoxide at Bunker Rave Party in Oslo
At least 27 people were hospitalized after being poisoned at a rave party in Oslo by carbon monoxide given off by portable generators, Norwegian media reported.
Chinese Govt Complicates TikTok Sale Ordered by US Govt
The Chinese government is complicating the U.S.-government-ordered sale of U.S. TikTok assets.
Trans Drag Artist Chiyo Competing for Mr. Gay England Title
A 24-year-old trans drag artist from London has entered the "Mr. Gay England" competition, and he's in it to win it.
Polish Gay Married Couple Call for 'Help' from Pope Francis
A high-profile gay married Polish couple hoisted a rainbow flag in St. Peter's Square on Aug. 16, hoping to catch the eye of Pope Francis. Written across the banner was a single word: "HELP"
Artist Banksy on Migrant Crisis: 'All Black Lives Matter'
Street artist Banksy affirmed "All Black Lives Matter" on Saturday in explaining why he is sponsoring a search-and-rescue ship that picked up dozens of African migrants adrift in the Mediterranean Sea this week.
Ecuador Couple Certified as Oldest Married Pair, Nearly 215
Julio Mora slipped away from his parents to secretly marry Waldramina Quinteros one February day. Both families disapproved. Seventy-nine years later, they're still together.
JK Rowling Returns Award from Group Linked to Kennedy Family
Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling says she is returning an award from a human rights group linked to the Kennedy family after the president of the organization criticized her comments about transgender issues.
Pioneering British 'Gay Dad' Engaged to Daughter's Bi Ex-Boyfriend
Barrie Drewitt-Barlow, 50 - famed as one half of the couple that became known as Britain's "first gay fathers" - has proposed to Scott Hutchinson, 25, the ex-boyfriend of his daughter.
Berlin Film Festival to Make Acting Prizes Gender Neutral
The organizers of the Berlin International Film Festival say they will stop awarding separate acting prizes to women and men beginning next year.
London's Famous Tower Bridge Gets Stuck in an Open Position
London's famous Tower Bridge, which crosses the River Thames in the heart of the British capital, was stuck open on Saturday, leaving traffic in chaos and onlookers amazed at the sight.
How Does Coronavirus Spread at a Concert? Germans Do a Test
Germany held a pop concert Saturday to see how those attending could spread coronavirus if they had it.