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We shared a rainbow with Jesse Jackson, who shook our hands when no one else would

Opinion: Jackson saw the rainbow as a quilt of inclusion, while the Trump administration views those same colors as a threat, writes John Casey.

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Here's everything to know about LGBTQ+ rights in Venezuela

From marriage equality to gender-affirming care, here's everything to know about Venezuela's LGBTQ+ rights record.

Politics

Texas judge who refused to officiate same-sex weddings sues to overturn marriage equality

Dianne Hensley is the new Kim Davis as she sues to overturn marriage equality with the hopes the Supreme Court will hear her.

Politics

How this Minnesota city redefined LGBTQ+ rights 50 years ago

On December 30, 1975, Minneapolis became the first city to adopt this trans-inclusive policy.

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Pope Leo invites transgender women to Vatican lunch, but doesn't sit with them

Pope Leo is continuing Pope Francis' tradition of inviting transgender women to lunch, but not his tradition of sitting with them.

World

Church of Norway apologizes to LGBTQ+ community for 'discrimination and harassment'

“The church in Norway has caused LGBTQ+ people shame, great harm, and pain," presiding bishop Olav Fykse Tveitat said.

New York City LGBTQIA pride parade Heritage of Pride March June 2025

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These 19 states won't ban marriage equality if Obergefell is overturned

Here are the 19 states where same-sex couples could still get married if Obergefell is overturned.

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Tennessee bill lets businesses and people refuse to recognize same-sex marriages

2025 U.S. LGBTQ+ adult population matches 2024's record; bi identity still most common: Gallup

The pollster expects the LGBTQ+ percentage to rise in the coming years as more members of Generation Z become adults.

We shared a rainbow with Jesse Jackson, who shook our hands when no one else would

Opinion: Jackson saw the rainbow as a quilt of inclusion, while the Trump administration views those same colors as a threat, writes John Casey.

Hot figure skating camera operator becomes the accidental star of the Olympics

Jordan Cowan's white suit and skills behind the camera made him go viral this week.

Here's everything to know about LGBTQ+ rights in Venezuela

From marriage equality to gender-affirming care, here's everything to know about Venezuela's LGBTQ+ rights record.

Texas judge who refused to officiate same-sex weddings sues to overturn marriage equality

Dianne Hensley is the new Kim Davis as she sues to overturn marriage equality with the hopes the Supreme Court will hear her.

How this Minnesota city redefined LGBTQ+ rights 50 years ago

On December 30, 1975, Minneapolis became the first city to adopt this trans-inclusive policy.

Lavender marriages: What queer unions and relationships can teach us about love and safety

Historically, lavender marriages refer to unions — often between two consenting LGBT+ individuals — formed as a way of concealing same-sex attraction in a society where being openly queer could mean social ostracism, career ruin or even criminalization.

Pope Leo invites transgender women to Vatican lunch, but doesn't sit with them

Pope Leo is continuing Pope Francis' tradition of inviting transgender women to lunch, but not his tradition of sitting with them.

Church of Norway apologizes to LGBTQ+ community for 'discrimination and harassment'

“The church in Norway has caused LGBTQ+ people shame, great harm, and pain," presiding bishop Olav Fykse Tveitat said.

Pope Leo says blessing same-sex weddings is 'not what the Church teaches'

Pope Leo said "the church’s teaching will continue as it is" in regards to marriage equality.

These 19 states won't ban marriage equality if Obergefell is overturned

Here are the 19 states where same-sex couples could still get married if Obergefell is overturned.

A majority of LGBTQ+ singles want to get married, especially those who grew up with marriage equality

The research comes as some groups attempt to roll back marriage equality.

Gaya International Airport will keep 'GAY' code, despite conservative push to change it

The airport in Gaya, India will keep its "GAY" three-letter code despite numerous requests to change it.

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Same-sex Marriage

The pollster expects the LGBTQ+ percentage to rise in the coming years as more members of Generation Z become adults.

Opinion: Jackson saw the rainbow as a quilt of inclusion, while the Trump administration views those same colors as a threat, writes John Casey.

Jordan Cowan's white suit and skills behind the camera made him go viral this week.

From marriage equality to gender-affirming care, here's everything to know about Venezuela's LGBTQ+ rights record.

Dianne Hensley is the new Kim Davis as she sues to overturn marriage equality with the hopes the Supreme Court will hear her.

On December 30, 1975, Minneapolis became the first city to adopt this trans-inclusive policy.

Historically, lavender marriages refer to unions — often between two consenting LGBT+ individuals — formed as a way of concealing same-sex attraction in a society where being openly queer could mean social ostracism, career ruin or even criminalization.

Pope Leo is continuing Pope Francis' tradition of inviting transgender women to lunch, but not his tradition of sitting with them.

“The church in Norway has caused LGBTQ+ people shame, great harm, and pain," presiding bishop Olav Fykse Tveitat said.

Pope Leo said "the church’s teaching will continue as it is" in regards to marriage equality.

Here are the 19 states where same-sex couples could still get married if Obergefell is overturned.

The research comes as some groups attempt to roll back marriage equality.

The airport in Gaya, India will keep its "GAY" three-letter code despite numerous requests to change it.