LGBTQ Rights · May 18, 2023
Taiwan: Same-Sex Couples Win Full Adoption Rights
Groundbreaking victory for same-sex couples in Taiwan! Celebrating progress in LGBTQ+ adoption rights. #Taiwan #AdoptionEquality #LGBTQ
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Politics · Mar 12
India's Anti-LGBT Stance Continues: Government Opposes Same-Sex Marriage Recognition
India says NO to same-sex marriage! LGBT couples fight back. #IndiasAntiLGBTQStance #EqualRightsForAll #LoveIsLove
Religion · Mar 9
The Rabbit God Temple: A Haven for LGBTQI Community in Taiwan
This Taoist temple in Taiwan is not just a spiritual sanctuary but also a symbol of hope for the LGBTQI community. Discover how Tu’er Shen, the rabbit god, is changing the narrative of Chinese cultural symbolism in this temple.
Politics · Mar 2
Japan's Prime Minister Faces Criticism for Comments on Same-Sex Marriage Ban
Japan's LGBTQ Community Voices Concern Over Prime Minister's Views on Same-Sex Marriage #LGBTQ #Japan #SameSexMarriage #Discrimination
Relationships · Mar 1
Exploring Sexual Compatibility Around the World: Which Countries Have the Most Tops, Bottoms, Versatile, and Sides?
Swipe Left on Boring Nights: Discover the Best Countries for Gay Men to Find Their Perfect Sexual Partner #GayTravel #ExploreSexualDiversity
Law & Courts · Feb 27
South Korean High Court Orders Health Insurance to Cover Same-Sex Couples
LGBTQ rights supporters celebrate victory as South Korean court orders spousal coverage for same-sex couples #SouthKorea #LGBTQrights
Law & Courts · Feb 27
South Korean Court Rules in Favor of National Health Coverage for Gay Couples
A South Korean court rules that a gay couple can receive national health coverage, in a victory for the LGBTQ+ community. #SouthKorea #LGBTQ #equality
Drag · Jan 18
Amplifying Indigenous Voices: The Miss First Nation Competition at Sydney WorldPride 2023
As Sydney gears up for WorldPride 2023, one event stands out as particularly meaningful for the Indigenous LGBTQ+ community: the Miss First Nation competition. This annual event, which takes place at the Carriageworks p…
Article · Nov 30
Singapore repeals gay sex ban but limits prospect of legalising same-sex marriage
SINGAPORE, Nov 29 (Reuters) - Singapore's parliament on Tuesday decriminalised sex between men, but, in a blow to the LGBT community, also amended the constitution to prevent court challenges that in other countries hav…
Activism · Oct 30
120,000 parade at Taiwan Pride celebration despite rain
TAIPEI, Taiwan (AP) — Some 120,000 paraded in the streets of Taipei as the city’s 20th annual Pride event celebrated the LGBTQ community Saturday in spite of the rainy weather. The Taiwan Pride Parade began in 2003 with…
Law & Courts · Aug 23
End of Singapore's gay sex ban a 'small step' for some LGBT couples
SINGAPORE (Reuters) - Singapore's decision to lift a colonial-era ban on sex between men is long overdue and will not end discrimination of LGBT groups in the conservative city-state, rights activists and members of the…
Politics · Aug 15
Taiwan blames politics for cancellation of global Pride event
TAIPEI (Reuters) - Taiwan on Friday blamed "political considerations" for the cancellation of WorldPride 2025 Taiwan after it said the organisers had insisted the word "Taiwan" be removed. Taiwan participates in global…
Law & Courts · Jun 20
Japan court rules same-sex marriage ban is not unconstitutional
TOKYO, June 20 (Reuters) - A Japanese court ruled on Monday that a ban on same-sex marriage was not unconstitutional, dealing a setback to LGBTQ rights activists in the only Group of Seven nation that does not allow peo…
Politics · Jun 15
Thailand edges closer to legalising same-sex unions
BANGKOK, June 15 (Reuters) - Lawmakers in Thailand on Wednesday passed at first reading four different bills on same-sex unions, moving a step closer towards becoming the second territory in Asia to legalise same-gender…