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British Man Hospitalized with Life-Threatening Priapism
A British sex writer living in Berlin found himself in the hospital after combining Viagra and another ED medication, which interacted with his HIV meds to produce an erection that has persisted for weeks.
9-Year-Old Girl Sues German Boys Choir Over Gender Bias
A 9-year-old girl is suing a centuries-old Berlin boys choir, arguing that her bid to join was only rejected because of her gender, in a case that has sparked debate over equal rights versus artistic freedom.
European Theaters Mostly Wait-and-See on Domingo Accusations
While two U.S. opera houses immediately canceled performances by famed tenor Placido Domingo following sexual harassment allegations, European opera houses are taking stances ranging from supportive to wait-and-see.
UK Bus Driver Refuses to Drive Bus that 'Promotes Homosexuality'
A bus driver in Norwich, England kept passengers waiting because he refused to drive the bus assigned to him — a bus that featured its route number in rainbow colors.
Fighting Fire with Fire Underused in U.S. West Despite Goals
The tactic is considered one of the best ways to prevent the kind of catastrophic destruction that has become common from wildfires, but its use falls woefully short of goals in the U.S.
Data: Anti-LGBTQ Protests Drive Spike in Hate Crimes, Bullying
Information analyzed by a major UK newspaper indicates that communities where schools were targeted by anti-LGBTQ protests prompted major spikes in hate crimes and harassment in and out of the schools.
Ad Likens Ice Cream's Appeal to the 'Pleasures' of Being Gay in An LGBTQ-Hostile Nation
Magnum ice cream's Spotify ad caused some listeners to lose their cool.
Jordan Halts Film that Refers to Historical Jewish Presence
A fictional caper about an antiquities heist set in an ancient Jordanian city has stirred widespread outrage over the film's portrayal of historical Jewish ties to Jordan.
Flights Restart at Hong Kong Airport as Protesters Apologize
Flights resumed at Hong Kong's airport Wednesday after two days of disruptions marked by outbursts of violence that highlight the hardening positions of pro-democracy protesters and the authorities in the semi-autonomous Chinese city.
Alleged Christchurch Gunman Sends Letter from Prison Cell
New Zealand officials admitted Wednesday that they made a mistake by allowing the man accused of killing 51 people at two Christchurch mosques to send a hand-written letter from his prison cell.
Inside Locked Down Kashmir, a Reporter Finds Fear and Chaos
Life is very different in the Kashmir Valley these days.
Gay Penguins at Berlin Zoo Just Became Dads
Skipper and Ping, two male emperor penguins at Berlin Zoo, just adopted an abandoned egg, and have already started caring for it.
Shootings Prompt Other Countries to Warn About U.S. Travel
The latest mass shootings have triggered a sharp role reversal, with three countries warning their citizens about the risks of traveling to the U.S.
Russian Media Agency Complains YouTube Facilitates Protests
Russia's media oversight agency is demanding that Google take actions to stop its YouTube subsidiary from allowing users to send information about unsanctioned demonstrations.
Island or European Nation? Rival Views of UK Shape Brexit
British history has become a Brexit battleground.
UK Govt Boosts Prisons, Police Powers in Crime Clampdown
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson is promising more prisons and stronger police powers in an effort to fight violent crime.
North Korea Boosts Kim's Rising Status as Global Statesman
There's no question that North Korean leader Kim Jong Un is in full control of his nation.
When Light Is Lethal: Moroccans Struggle with Skin Disorder
Many thousands around the world struggle with XP, a rare genetic disorder called xeroderma pigmentosum, and increasingly sharing advice and seeking new treatments.
Polish City Has Peaceful Pride March Surrounded by Police
LGBT activists held a central Polish city's first pride parade without incident Saturday amid a deep divide in the country over gay and lesbian rights.
Report: Gay Dating Apps Still Vulnerable to Location Leaks
Many popular gay dating apps including Grindr, Romeo and Recon have been vulnerable to leaking user's location info, even if they hide their location in settings. The apps have been aware of this weakness for years, but few have made effective changes.