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Pope Acknowledges Resistance to Same-Sex Blessings but Doubles Down: 'The Lord Blesses Everyone'
Pope Francis has defended his controversial decision to let priests bless same-sex couples but admitted that "solitude is a price you have to pay" when you make difficult decisions.
Men Who Say They Were Abused by a Japanese Boy Band Producer Criticize the Company's Response
Members of a group of men who say they were sexually abused as boys by a Japanese entertainment mogul are accusing the company behind the scandal, previously known as Johnny's, of not being sincere in dealing with the victims.
British Man Speaks Out After Brutal Homophobic Assault
Lewis North, a 32-year-old business owner, says he was jumped, bitten, and viciously beaten by a man who screamed anti-gay slurs and told him that he "shouldn't be allowed to walk the street."
Greek Government's Plans to Legalize Same-Sex Marriage Win Key Opposition Backing
The center-right Greek government's plans to legalize same-sex civil marriage received a major boost Thursday after the left-wing opposition leader pledged his party's backing in parliament.
Africa's Catholic Hierarchy Refuses Same-Sex Blessings, Says Such Unions are Contrary to God's Will
In a rebuke yet to Pope Francis, the Catholic bishops of Africa and Madagascar issued a statement refusing to follow his declaration allowing priests to offer blessings to same-sex couples and asserting that such unions are "contrary to the will of God."
France's Youngest and Out Prime Minister is a Rising Political Star who Follows in Macron's Footsteps
French President Emmanuel Macron's decision to appoint a 34-year-old prime minister surprised many because of his age and short career. But Gabriel Attal is one of the most prominent and ambitious figures on the French political scene in recent years
Greek Prime Minister Says Legislation Allowing Same-Sex Marriage will be Presented Soon
Greece's center-right government will soon submit legislation allowing same-sex civil marriages, despite reservations among its own lawmakers and the country's influential Orthodox Church, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis said Wednesday.
Meet Gabriel Attal, France's Youngest-Ever and First Openly Gay Prime Minister
Gabriel Attal was named Tuesday as France's youngest-ever prime minister, as President Emmanuel Macron seeks a fresh start for the rest of his term amid growing political pressure from the far right.
Vatican's Doctrine Chief is Raising Eyebrows over His 1998 Book that Graphically Describes Orgasms
The Vatican's new doctrine chief who is already under fire from entire bishops conferences for his approval of blessings for same-sex couples, is now raising eyebrows over a book he wrote as a young priest describing orgasms in graphic terms.
Paris Names a Street after David Bowie Celebrating Music Icon's Legacy
Paris immortalized late British music icon David Bowie by naming a street after him in the city's southeast on what would have been his 77th birthday on Monday.
UK Drag Superstar The Vivienne Left 'Speechless' After Light Sentencing in Assault Case
UK British drag superstar The Vivienne was left "speechless" after a judge rendered a verdict in the trial of a man who assaulted her last summer at a UK McDonalds.
Out Soccer Star Josh Cavallo Calls Out Social Media Platforms for Trolls' Homophobic Abuse
Out Aussie soccer star Josh Cavallo spoke out about the unrelenting anti-gay messages trolls bombard him with on social media, and challenged platforms to "do better" at restricting hate speech.
Burundi's President Calls for 'Stoning' Gays - 'That's What They Deserve'
The president of the African nation Burundi called for the stoning of gays and said, "That's what they deserve."
Report: 'Arctic Nations' Represent 'Hope Spots' for LGBTQ+ Equality
A number of "Arctic countries" score high on LGBTQ+ equality — higher than the United States, which weighs in with a score of only 76, a new report says. Russia is a glaring exception with a score of 31.
Uganda Gay Activist Blames Knife Attack on a Worsening Climate of Intolerance
A gay rights activist in Uganda who was stabbed by unknown assailants attributed the attack to what he described as a growing intolerance of the LGBTQ+ community fueled by politicians.
Vatican Says No Heresy in Allowing Blessings for Same-Sex Couples after Pushback by Some Bishops
After pushback by some bishops in Africa, Poland and elsewhere, the Vatican on Thursday defended the recent move by Pope Francis to allow blessings for same-sex couples, insisting there is nothing "heretical" involved.
Ugandan Police Say Gay Rights Activist in Critical Condition after Knife Attack
A well-known gay rights activist in Uganda who was stabbed by unknown assailants this week attributed the attack to what he described Thursday as a growing intolerance of the LGBTQ+ community fueled by politicians.
'Drag Race UK' Star The Vivienne Recounts 'Barrage of Abuse' During Homophobic Attack
The Vivienne said the incident caused "stress, anguish and ongoing trauma."
The Year in Review: Influential People who Died in 2023
Tina Turner was just one of a number of noteworthy people who died in 2023.
Australians and New Zealanders Preparing to Be Among First Nations to Ring In 2024 with Fireworks
Australians and New Zealanders are making final preparations on New Year's Eve to become among the first nations to ring in 2024 as ongoing wars in Ukraine and Gaza cast a pall over celebrations and heightened tensions across parts of the world.