Switzerland Approves Bill to Allow Same-Sex Marriage!
On Friday, December 18th, Switzerland passed a bill in favor of allowing same-sex marriage, an initiative that’s been seven long…
Taiwan Lawmakers Introduce Bill to Legalize Gay Marriage
Taiwan has long been one of the most progressive places in Asia, and it’s continuing that tradition by moving forward with…
Judge Dismisses Lawsuit Against North Carolina’s Gay Marriage ‘Opt-Out Law’
While the furor against North Carolina’s HB2 continues to have economic implications for the state, another controversy has also arisen.…
Puerto Vallarta Welcomes Back Vallarta Pride
After tying the knot with same-sex marriage this year, Puerto Vallarta will welcome visitors once again to its beachy gayborhood,…
Refugee Leaflet in Europe Promotes Anti-Violence, LGBT Acceptance
As thousands of refugees continue to seek asylum in much of Europe, acclimating newcomers to the law of the land…
Oklahoma Erects Gay-Pride ‘Festivus’ Pole
The Oklahoma capitol building will be adorned next week with a “Festivus pole,” with rainbow colors and a mirror-ball top,…
The Stunning Ruby Rose Named ‘GQ Australia’s Woman Of The Year’
GQ Australia names gender-fluid model and actress Ruby Rose Woman of the Year. The 29-year-old explained to Elle magazine earlier…
In Landmark Victory, Nepal Sanctions LGBT Protections
After nearly eight years of formal debate and careful consideration, the Nepali Constituent Assembly agreed upon the passage of a…
Kids Agree ‘All Dreams Are Equal’ in Esurance #EqualDreams Video
“Sometimes children can make complex issues so simple,” says Brian Shembeda, EVP and Creative Director at Leo Burnett Chicago. “Their…
IBM Calls Off Ribbon-Cutting to Rebut Gov. Jindal’s Executive Order
Technological leviathan IBM nixed a ribbon-cutting ceremony for its new National Service Center in Baton Rouge, Louisiana today in opposition toward Governor…
World’s Littlest Country Legalizes Gay Marriage
The Pitcairn Islands, the least-populated national jurisdiction in the world, quietly legalized same-sex matrimony last month among its 56 residents. Encompassing four…
Give the ‘Wedding Finger’ to Alabama, George Takei Launches Social Media Campaign
George Takei and his massive social-media following are taking Alabama to task for their hateful and discriminatory court ruling to block…
District Judge Defends Louisiana’s Ban on Gay Marriage…But How?
US District Judge Martin Feldman ruled to uphold Louisiana’s ban on marriage equality. Until yesterday, no state marriage ban had…
It’s Official! Target Finally Comes Out
After years of criticism for remaining neutral on the issue of same-sex marriage, Target, the nation’s second-largest discount retailer, publicly announced…
Kentucky Gay Marriage Ban Ruled Unconstitutional
This just in from the HRC: Today U.S. District Judge John G. Heyburn II issued his second marriage equality…
Pennsylvania Judge Strikes Down Ban on Gay Marriage
US District Judge John E. Jones, III ruled this afternoon that a law banning gay and lesbian marriage in…
Arkansas Judge Rules Gay Marriage Ban Unconstitutional
Arkansas state judge Chris Piazza struck down the state’s ban on gay marriage this Friday saying it violates equal protection guarantees…
Celebrate Ten Years of Gay Marriage in Massachusetts!
Join photographer Joel Benjamin on May 16 for the opening reception of his exciting exhibition at the Boston Center for…
36 Companies Including Nike, Starbucks, and Intel Support Gay Marriage in Oregon
More than 36 companies, including Nike, Starbucks, and Intel, have lent their voices to support marriage equality in Oregon. The…
DOMA Ruled Unconstitutional by a Federal Appeals Court
It’s been one hell of a year. We’ve seen it all—both good and bad. And for this week, we’re reminding…
Gay Marriages in Australia Face Court Challenge
Congratulations on your marriage! Now, give it back. That’s the unwelcome sentiment that gay couples in Australia might face in…
Nike Announces PAC to Fund Gay Marriage Initiative in Oregon
Nike endorses gay marriage in Oregon, and they’re proving it by donating $280,000 through a political action committee to support…
Illinois Officially Becomes 16th State to Legalize Gay Marriage
Today, Illinois Governor Pat Quinn is expected to sign SB-10 into law, a bill legalizing gay marriage. Illinois becomes the…
Missouri Will Now Accept Joint State Tax Returns from Gay Couples
Missouri Governor Jay Nixon announced at a news conference on Thursday that the state of Missouri will now accept joint…
Two Men Married in West Point’s Cadet Chapel
A gay couple was married in the U.S. Military Academy’s Cadet Chapel on Sunday at West Point in the first…
North Carolina Official Accepts Applications for Gay Marriages
Two public officials in North Carolina are caught between personal views and their public duty to uphold a constitutional ban…
Columbia Sportswear Speaks Up for Gay Marriage in Oregon
A popular sportswear company has pledged support for a proposed ballot initiative to legalize gay marriage in Oregon. Columbia Sportswear…
First Gay Marriages in Colombia Are Hotly Contested
In a politically charged twist for gay rights in Colombia, two same-sex couples were awarded marriage licenses in September for…
Minneapolis Mayor Invites Chicago’s Gays and Lesbians to Wed in His City
Lakeview, Chicago, a high-profile gay neighborhood, still faces the fact that it’s located in a state that doesn’t have…
Seventh County Begins Issuing Gay Marriage Licenses in New Mexico
The debate over same-sex marriage continues in New Mexico as a seventh county has agreed to issue gay and lesbian…