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Hadrian's Wall declared as historic LGBTQ+ landmark by British cultural society

English Heritage recently said that one of the most prominent relics of the Roman Empire is “linked to England’s queer history."

D.C.'s popular Little Gay Pub gets new 'GREAT Love' mural thanks to British Embassy

In collaboration with the British Embassy, the vibrant mural is a beacon of LGBTQ+ pride and community spirit at the trendy spot.

Martina Navratilova Says Transgender Women Can’t Be Lesbians

The out tennis legend continues to make anti-transgender comments.

George Michael Wanted to Make ‘Hardcore Porn’ Version of 1998 Music Video

The director of several of Michael’s videos made the revelation in a new documentary.

8 LGBTQ+ British Royals Throughout History

Historians have pegged several as likely members of the community, and in the 21st century at least one is out and proud.

'Red, White, Royal Blue': First Images of Upcoming Gay Romance Film

A British prince and the U.S.'s First Son fall in love in the new movie.

'The World's Smallest Pride Parade'

How one street comes together to celebrate their LGBTQ+ neighbors.

Archaeologists Say They Found a 2,000-Year-Old Penis-Shaped Sex Toy

After realizing that they filed it away incorrectly, researchers believed they had a sex toy and not a mending tool on their hands.

U.K. Will Introduce Ban on Conversion Therapy

The new legislation will include treatment directed at trans people, reversing last year's announcement that this would be excluded.

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Scotland, Spain Move to Simplify Legal Gender Changes

The legislation in both countries, awaiting final approval, will remove medical requirements and ease the process in other ways.

J.K. Rowling Lambasted for 'Merry Terfmas' Tweet

The tweet came in response to praise from another Twitter user on Rowling's funding of a trans-exclusionary center for survivors of sexual violence.

LGBTQ+ Soccer Fans Should 'Be Respectful' in Qatar, Says U.K. Official

The comments, made by the British foreign secretary, come as the World Cup is set to take place in Qatar, a country where homosexuality is criminalized.

'How Do Lesbians Have Sex?' Boss Asked Queer Employee, Complaint Says

An employment tribunal ruled in favor of the woman who said her managers had kept asking her inappropriate questions about her sexuality. 

A Gay American's Trip to London for Queen Elizabeth II's Funeral

Michael Tropp flew to London to be near the Queen after her death and got a front-row seat to witness history.

Gay 'British Bake Off' Contestants Call for More LGBTQ+ Inclusion

The show has embraced gay men but needs to emphasize the full diversity of the community, say David Atherton and Michael Chakraverty.

Queen Elizabeth II Dies at 96; A Look at Her LGBTQ+ Record

A year after the longest-serving British monarch's death, here's a look at her handling of LGBTQ+ issues — a mixed bag that leans toward the positive.