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We Asked Gay Men if They Would Rather Be Straight

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We Asked Gay Men if They Would Rather Be Straight  - some people choose to be gay , while many Republican presidential candidates in the US, as well as some Tory backbenchers in the UK , argue the ...

Transgender woman 'raped 2000 times' in all-male prison

Transgender woman 'raped 2000 times' in all-male prison  - A transgender woman has spoken of the "hell on earth" she suffered after being raped and abused more than 2,000 times in an all-male prison.

The 8 best LGBT events and festivals in Europe 2016

The 8 best LGBT events and festivals in Europe 2016  - February is traditionally the UK's LGBT History Month. Over the past few years as LGBT individuals have gained more and more equal rights, there's ...

Lexi's Story highlights the importance of tackling LGBT youth homelessness

Lexi's Story highlights the importance of tackling LGBT youth homelessness  - Lexi's Story tells the experiences of just one of the thousands of LGBT youths in the UK who are or have at some point been homeless. The video's ...

Shakespeare more popular abroad than in Britain, study finds

Shakespeare more popular abroad than in Britain , study finds  - Shakespeare more popular abroad than in Britain , study finds ... to help more children in some of the world's poorest countries to get an education .

Thousands of young children miss out on first choice primary school

Thousands of young children miss out on first choice primary school  - Alan Smithers, education professor at Buckingham University, said: 'Something that ought to be straightforward has become a very anxious time for ...

In New Zealand it's rare to be asked what school you attended: Will this ever change in Britain?

In New Zealand it's rare to be asked what school you attended: Will this ever change in Britain ?  - That is not to say that privately educated New Zealanders do not hold positions of power. It's just, in the UK , the statistics are stark. According to the ...

Students help thaw UK relations with Russia

Students help thaw UK relations with Russia  - Students had a chance to see the impressive collection of the diplomatic courier's equipment from Russia and the UK . Most Education Founder Lana ...

Education is one way to help open doors

Education is one way to help open doors  - However, the challenges that poverty and disadvantage raise are becoming even more pronounced. As Poverty in Scotland 2016 demonstrates, UK  ...

The European Parliament Votes to Put Gender Equality at the Heart of the Fight Against Poverty

The European Parliament Votes to Put Gender Equality at the Heart of the Fight Against Poverty  - The referendum on the UK's membership is fast approaching, and arguments in favour of staying in are being made to the public. Many of these are ...

Parents and grandparents should listen to why young people want to stay in the European Union

Parents and grandparents should listen to why young people want to stay in the European Union  - The hopes of the Leave campaign are pinned on the support of older voters – and on a low turnout. Not only do older people favour Leave past ...

Mental health issues still a stigma in workplace, survey finds

Mental health issues still a stigma in workplace, survey finds  - Nearly a quarter of Scottish workers would not discuss a mental health problem at work for fear of the reaction from co-workers, a survey has found.

Top 5 socially responsible companies in the UK

Top 5 socially responsible companies in the UK  - With today marking the start of Responsible Business Week in the UK, many innovative companies are wanting to tackle the social and ethical issues that are facing society, ranging from health, finance and education. 

What are the symptoms? Why do patients hide their condition?

What are the symptoms? Why do patients hide their condition?  - The Parkinson's UK survey found that 37% of people with the disease felt ... Mental health problems related to Parkinson's disease include anxiety, ...

Training is key to combatting mental health stigma

Training is key to combatting mental health stigma  - Stigma and discrimination against mental health is still a prominent issue in today's society. According to YoungMinds, a UK based campaign to ...

Feeling Low? Psychologists Share Tips On How To Be Mentally Healthy

Feeling Low? Psychologists Share Tips On How To Be Mentally Healthy  - Over on Reddit today, psychologists are also offering advice on how they've learned to stay mentally healthy . Here, we share some of the best ones ...

Sixteen couples have entered into civil partnership in Cyprus

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Sixteen couples have entered into civil partnership in Cyprus  - The civil partnership law and the law criminalising acts that cultivate hatred against LGBTI people are among the most important laws passed during ...

Tennessee lawmaker pulls anti-trans 'bathroom bill' - for now

Tennessee lawmaker pulls anti-trans 'bathroom bill' - for now  - Still, another anti- LGBTI bill remains alive: HB 1840 which would allow counselors and therapists to discriminate against LGBTI people simply ...

LGBTIQ groups applaud Telstra's recommitment to marriage equality

LGBTIQ groups applaud Telstra's recommitment to marriage equality  - represent LGBTI small and medium business owners and professionals working in some of Australia's biggest companies ...

Musicians boycott and protest against US states over homophobic laws

Musicians boycott and protest against US states over homophobic laws  - the “bathroom” law — a new law that restricts which bathrooms trans people can use as well as restricting LGBTI rights to sue over discrimination.

Central Asia: European Parliament concerned about state of LGBTI rights

Central Asia: European Parliament concerned about state of LGBTI rights  - European Parliament concerned about state of LGBTI rights. Tuesday, 19 April 2016. In a report adopted last week on the EU's ...

Imaginative gay rights campaign launched

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Imaginative gay rights campaign launched  - On the front it reads “Let's Face It. LGBTI / Gay Rights ARE Human Rights,” and individuals can have their picture taken putting their face through a ...

Secrets of a gay Jehovah's Witness: how I escaped the religion and rebuilt my life

Secrets of a gay Jehovah's Witness: how I escaped the religion and rebuilt my life  - As well as running Regency Creative – an east London web and branding agency – Manuel and I recently formed the LGBTI networking venture ...

Gay Australian Comedians "Marry" To Protest Current Laws

Gay Australian Comedians "Marry" To Protest Current Laws  - In a sign of protest, the two comedians created an elaborate ceremony that displayed the inequality faced by the LGBTI community of Australia.

Gay couple receive hate-filled RSVP threatening to “ruin” their wedding

Gay couple receive hate-filled RSVP threatening to “ruin” their wedding  - A same-sex couple in the US has vowed to go ahead with their wedding despite receiving threats to have their big day “ruined” by a guest. Chad and ...

Northern Ireland gay community mobilises against DUP candidates

Northern Ireland gay community mobilises against DUP candidates  - Northern Ireland is the only part of the UK where gay couples cannot legally marry. Over the lifetime of the last devolved parliament, the DUP – the ...

Welsh assembly election: Improve LGBT lives, Lib Dems say

Welsh assembly election: Improve LGBT lives, Lib Dems say  - Welsh Labour has acted - at both an Assembly and a UK level - to ensure equal treatment for lesbian, gay , bisexual and transgender people in Wales.

Ben Mitchell comes out as gay with Paul in Queen Vic and Little Mo

Ben Mitchell comes out as gay with Paul in Queen Vic and Little Mo  -    Ben Mitchell risks pushing his alcoholic father over the edge in upcoming EastEnders scenes when he not only comes out as gay but goes public with ...

Rabbis address LGBTI inclusion

Rabbis address LGBTI inclusion  - A still from a video released earlier this year in which Rabbi Jacqueline Ninio publicly expressed her support for same-sex marriage.

Uganda's Speaker will bring back Anti-Homosexuality law

Uganda's Speaker will bring back Anti-Homosexuality law  - election, continuing his reign of power that began in 1986, it is understood he may be willing to renew his attack against the LGBTI community.

41 men arrested in 'gay raid' of Kuwait massage parlor

41 men arrested in 'gay raid' of Kuwait massage parlor  - Breaking the law of 'debauchery', which is most often used to target the LGBTI community, is punished by prison time of up to six years. In 2015, police ...

London top events website is partnering with Digital Pride

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London top events website is partnering with Digital Pride  - LondonCalling.com, home to the best cultural events, arty activities and fantastic competitions, is promoting the world's first LGBTI event streamed ...