One Chick-fil-A Owner Is Donating 200 Sandwiches to Iowa Pride Event
Revelers at an Iowa Pride fest will be eating chicken and fries donated by a local owner of the fast food franchise most associated with anti-gay sentiment.
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Man Goes Viral for Giving Out Free 'Dad Hugs' to People Who Needed Them at Pride Parade
This Pittsburgh dad had a feeling that there may be some pride parade-goers who could not celebrate with their parents - and he turned out to be right.
A Republican Red State Banned Discredited LGBTQ 'Conversion Therapy' as Destructive
Utah became the 19th state to ban controversial LGBTQ conversion therapy after Republicans in both houses and the governor passed the ban last month.
World Celebrates Central America's First Same-Sex Marriage After Costa Rica Passes Trailblazing Legislation
These two Latina women just became the first same-sex couple in Costa Rica—and all of Central America—to legally tie the knot.
Dramatic Reduction in Teen Suicide Attempts After Same-sex Marriage Legalization
This study shows that same-sex marriage policies are linked to more than 134,000 fewer adolescent suicide attempts per year.
'Rainbow Railroad' Has Been Helping LGBT Citizens Escape Oppressive Nations to Freedom and Sanctuary
Hundreds of LGBTQ citizens from around the world have been given freedom and sanctuary from their oppressive governments thanks to this nonprofit.
We Found Our Son in the Subway (An Abandoned Newborn Baby)
The story of how Danny and I were married last July in a Manhattan courtroom, with our son, Kevin, beside us, began 12 years earlier, in a dark, damp subway station. What neither of us knew, or could have predicted, was that Danny had not just saved an abandoned infant; he had found our son.
Hospital Visitation Rights for Unmarried and Gay Couples Take Effect Nationwide
This week, a new rule went into effect for hospitals across the nation to ease the longtime burden on unmarried or gay partners who, until now, could be prohibited from visiting loved ones who may lie sick and dying without a hand to hold. The rule ensures that hospitals choosing to participate in Medicare and Medicaid programs must respect the rights of patients to designate visitors.
Music Heavyweights Collaborate on iTunes Charity Single for Orlando Victims -Video
More than a dozen stars from the music industry have collaborated on a new charity track dedicated to the victims of the gay nightclub tragedy in Orlando.
Dear Customer, Who Stuck Up For His Little Brother
A pair of brothers came into a video game shop. No sooner had the younger boy picked out his gift when his father insisted that he choose a more manly (shooter) game and scoffed at the boy's choice of a purple controller. Then, big brother stepped in.
German Parliament Votes to Legalize Same-sex Marriage
German lawmakers voted in favor of same-sex marriage 393 to 226 – and the community is rejoicing.
Chechens Finally Granted Refuge Status After Persecution for Being Gay
Gay Chechen men are finally being granted humanitarian visas on the grounds of being hunted by law enforcement.
Germany Wipes Slate Clean for 50,000 Men Convicted Under Anti-Gay Law
The gay German men who were convicted during the last century are finally being forgiven and compensated in a long overdue act of justice.
India Passes Historic Ruling That Decriminalizes Homosexuality, Which was Punishable by up to Life in Prison
India's historic ruling to ensure equal rights and privacy for all its citizens overturns a 150-year-old law that was instated during British colonial rule.
Hospital Visitation Rights for Unmarried and Gay Couples Take Effect Nationwide
This week, a new rule went into effect for hospitals across the nation to ease the longtime burden on unmarried or gay partners who, until now, could be prohibited from visiting loved ones who may lie sick and dying without a hand to hold. The rule ensures that hospitals choosing to participate in Medicare and Medicaid programs must respect the rights of patients to designate visitors.
Pitt, Clooney and Sheen Headline in Marriage Rights Play
Martin Sheen commanded the stage with his impassioned portrayal of an attorney arguing for gay-marriage rights; Brad Pitt dazzled as a federal judge. Clooney also performed in the star-studded LA premiere of 8, a play about the court fight against Proposition 8.
South Carolina Town Rallies to Get Back Job for Fired Gay Police Chief
The people of the small conservative town of Latta in South Carolina are rallying to the defense of their sheriff, Crystal Moore, after she was fired and condemned by the mayor because her lifestyle was "questionable."
Judge Gives Immigrant in Same-Sex Marriage a Reprieve From Deportation
An immigration judge in Newark on Friday suspended the deportation of a Venezuelan man who is married to an American man, responding to an unusual signal this week from the Obama administration that it is exploring legal avenues for recognizing same-sex marriages in immigration cases.
Story of Patton's Army Hero Draws Tears and Cheers During Repeal of Don't Ask Don't Tell
People in the audience listened with rapt attention at the White House last week during the signing ceremony for repealing the military's Don't Ask, Don't Tell policy. The entire event was profound, but perhaps the most moving part was when President Obama told a dramatic rescue story from WWII.
Online Gamer and U.S. Army Vet Shows Unusual Compassion
A popular streamer of video gaming is going against the mainstream culture of bullying by standing for love in all its forms.
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