Gay and lesbian officials in Trump’s first term included Randy Berry, his ambassador to Nepal, and James Abbott, who Trump tapped to serve on the Federal Labor Relations Authority.

According to the country's penal code, both men and women found guilty of homosexual sex can be sentenced to up to five years in prison and made to pay a fine. Members of the LGBT community also face being ostracized by their families and wider society.

Columnist Cassie Craven writes, “An interesting moment surfaced in the Labor and Health Committee this week when national group Gays

A Christian religious liberty group is warning that an ongoing photography exhibit at a Texas museum could lead to the normalization of pedophilia and abuse after authorities reportedly seized

When Lt Cdr Duncan Lustig-Prean was serving in the Navy, he became accustomed to hiding who he was from his colleagues. He used to practise saying "Phyllis", so he didn't accidentally say his partner's real name, Phil, after a few drinks.

In all these instances, there was no hesitation by Disney to push certain topics on children or their parents What is behind the about-face

“Meta is giving the green light for people to target LGBTQ people, women, immigrants, and other marginalized groups with violence, vitriol, and dehumanizing narratives,” Ellis continued. “With these changes, Meta is continuing to normalize anti-LGBTQ hatred for profit — at the expense of its users and true freedom of expression.”

LGBT Youth Scotland (LGBTYS) was given more than £3,500 for training courses - and for 500 'purple button badges' to show solidarity with the gay and trans community.

Discover the inspiring story of Subhi Nahas, a Syrian gay refugee who champions LGBT rights and seeks safety and acceptance for all.

Thai city Pattaya is preparing to register same-sex marriages as the country's Marriage Equality Act is set to come into effect next week. Bang Lamung District Chief Patcharaphat Srithanyanon said his office was ready to cater to LGBT couples who decide to register in the colourful tourist city.

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