Tag: same-sex couples

Scientist Azim Surani talked to the Progress Educational Trust annual conference in London this past month to share the results of his latest study. The study, which is currently being reviewed for publication in a journal, followed Surani’s research team as they tried to produce an artificial sperm and eggs. Surani was also pleased to share that the study went well and that they have progressed farther than anyone else in the process of making a sperm and egg. As The Guardian...

As we all recover from celebrating last night, let's reflect on one of our top posts of the year. This post makes us want to find that special someone in 2018. A new inclusive ad encourages gay couples to "hold tight." Australia and New Zealand Banking Group (ANZ), the bank responsible for the campaign, sheds light upon the apprehension that some LGBT couples feel when engaging in even an innocent public display of affection. "When you feel like letting go… ... hold tight."

Greg Locke believes a controversial SCOTUS case is “fake outrage.” A conservative pastor known for producing controversial Facebook videos is back with a blistering defense of Christian businesses who turn away same-sex couples. Pastor Greg Locke of Tennessee’s Global Vision Bible Church tackled the case of Masterpiece Cakeshop v. Colorado Civil Rights Commission in a jaw-dropping clip posted to Facebook Dec. 6, a day after the Supreme Court began hearing arguments. The ruling, which is expected in spring 2018, will determine...

Disney’s descent into indecency continues… The Disney Channel recently featured two anti-family story lines that shocked audiences around the globe. One of the Disney’s new TV shows, Andi Mack, features the first gay storyline on the Disney Channel. In a recent episode, a 13-year-old character "realizes" he is gay and “comes out” to his friends. His friends accept and affirm his same-sex attractions, and they applaud him for expressing his “true self.” This anti-family storyline already forced Kenya to pull Andi Mack...

A gay Australian MP proposed to his long-term partner during a debate on legalising same-sex marriage. Tim Wilson, a Liberal MP, fought back tears as he popped the question to boyfriend Ryan Bolger in the country’s House of Representatives. The occasion was the first time an MP has proposed on the floor of the House. The Speaker recorded the moment for Hansard – including noting that his partner had said “yes” from the gallery. He went on to say: “In my first speech...

AUSTIN — The U.S. Supreme Court declined to take up a Texas Supreme Court ruling that prevented same-sex spouses from having the same workplace insurance benefits as heterosexual couples. In a unanimous ruling in June, the Texas court acknowledged that same-sex marriage was legalized in 2015 with Obergefell vs. Hodges, but the justices said the decision did not make clear the additional rights of gay couples, in this case those who work for the government. Houston pastor Jack Pidgeon and accountant...

But they have to wait until 2019 to be able to tie the knot Same-sex couples will be soon be able to marry in Austria. The Austrian Supreme Court yesterday lifted legal restraints that prevented same-sex couples from marrying. Marriage equality from 2019 The old regulation will end on 31 December 2018. This means that same-sex couples will have to wait until 2019 before they’re able to get married. Previously marriage was defined as for ‘different sex’ partners. The Court examined and repealed the phrase ‘different...

Excellent news! 43 members of Australia's Senate voted to pass a bill to legalize same-sex marriage. Only 12 voted against it. Having passed this first hurdle, the bill will now go on to be voted upon by the House of Representatives, next week. Earlier this month, 61.6% of Australians who participated in a postal vote said they were in favor of a law change that would allow for same-sex marriage. As a result, Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull said that the government would aim...

But will Chile's presidential elections disrupt the fight for marriage equality? Chile will finally begin the important steps of debating marriage equality on Monday (27 November). President Michelle Bachelet introduced the bill on 28 August, intending to modify the language to open up marriage to same-sex couples. The Senate Constitution Committee has requested several organizations, from LGBTI groups to religious leaders, to come forward and make their case for against the change in the law. It still remains unclear whether the bill will...

John Challis and Arthur Cheeseman have been together since 1967. John Challis and Arthur Cheeseman have been together since 1967 and now they are finally planning their wedding. After Australians voted in favor of legalizing same-sex marriage in a national postal survey, Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull told same-sex couples that they can start their wedding preparations as he hopes to pass a marriage equality bill by the end of the year. Challis, 89, and Cheeseman, 85, told The Telegraph that the historic...

Close to eight million Australians voted "yes" in a postal survey that asked if laws should be changed to allow same-sex couples to marry. And now, to honor the voice of the people, Australian Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull said that the government will aim to pass the legislation that would allow same-sex couples to marry before the end of the year. He said: “The Australian people have spoken, and they have voted overwhelmingly ‘yes’ for marriage equality. They voted yes for fairness,...

Serving lewks for days… Halloween might fall on a Tuesday this year, but that didn’t stop gay men around the globe from donning their best outfits to hit the club/house party/bedroom over the weekend. Thanks to the power of social media, we’ve been granted a window into some of the most creative, sexy, and downright adorable costumes that same-sex couples have been wearing this year. They may not all be spooky, but they’ll definitely give you major couple envy… Check out some of...

There were five times as many gay divorces in England and Wales in 2016 than in 2015 Same-sex female couples made up the majority of divorces in England and Wales in 2016. Out of the 112 divorces among same-sex couples, over three-quarters (78%) of them were among two women. A new Office of National Statistics report there were five times as many gay divorces in 2016 than in 2015, where 22 couples legally separated. In 2015, 12 female and 10 male couples divorced. Marriage...

“It is shocking that in today’s society some of us can’t even enjoy a simple holiday without fear of discrimination." While many straight couples go on vacation to reignite the passion in their relationships, an overwhelming 95% of same-sex couples say they are afraid to show any sort of affection in public while traveling, according to a survey conducted by Virgin Holidays. The airline polled 1,000 LGBT couples and 1,000 straight couples in order to get the startling results, in which...