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MAGA who? Trump goes on a billionaire’s tour of palaces, planes, and payoffs

Visiting three of the richest countries on Earth, Trump will be greeted lavishly by fellow billionaires, who seek only to enrich him, writes John Casey.

From Afghanistan to Malaysia, these are the 61 countries that still criminalize homosexuality

Today, over five dozen countries still have laws making same-sex sexual relations illegal. Many of these laws stem from colonial rule.

UAE Sentences, Deports Two Men for 'Fondling'

The men face deportation for allegedly hooking up in a car.

Karen Pence Missed Gay Leader's Visit Because She's in an Antigay Country

The second lady (pictured, center) is in the United Arab Emirates, where homosexuality is criminalized.

Here are the world's most visited cities and where they stand on LGBTQ+ rights

Some of these cities welcome LGBTQ+ travelers while others punish same-sex sexual relations with the death penalty.

YouTuber Gigi Gorgeous: I Was Detained in Dubai for Being Trans

Calling the five-hour ordeal "one of the scariest moments of my life," Gorgeous told fans her story through Instagram. 

Study: 25 countries block Web sites, including those with gay content

At least 25 countries around the world block access to Web sites for political, social, or other reasons as governments seek to assert authority over a network meant to be borderless, according to a study released Friday.

U.S. Rejects U.N.'s Gay Rights Statement, Cites 'Don't Ask'

A joint statement addressing homophobia and LGBT rights for the first time at the United Nations was tabled Thursday, without the backing of the United States.

GLAAD Honors Facebook at S.F. Soiree

Facebook was honored for its inclusive work at the GLAAD Media Awards in S.F.

Brittney Griner Release Major Diplomatic Victory for U.S.

The Biden administration secured custody of the lesbian athlete quietly and announced her freedom in an early morning press conference. 

Trans Star Gigi Gorgeous on 'Falling for a Girl'

The viral sensation comes out yet again.