Sexual orientation
Syphilis reaches highest levels in the U.S. since 1950, while other STD rates remain stable or decline
Syphilis continues to have a disproportionate impact on gay and bisexual men, but it is expanding among heterosexual men and women, too, the CDC reported.
Ban on blood donation based on sexual orientation to be lifted
Ljubljana – The permanent ban on blood donation based solely on the personal circumstances of gender and sexual orientation will be abolished on 1 July, an expert group for transfusion medicine and infectious diseases has decided after the equality ombudsman raised the issue last December.
Ban on blood donation for homosexual men found discriminatory
Ljubljana – Equal Opportunities Ombudsman Miha Lobnik has noted that the permanent ban on blood donations for all homosexual men is discriminatory, as they are excluded from taking part in this important philanthropic activity despite the fact that the safety of blood donations is also ensured by additional testing for viruses.
Belgrade Pride to Highlight Calls for Same Sex Union Law
This year's Belgrade Pride, scheduled for Saturday, takes place amid calls for Serbia to adopt a same-sex union law and improve the rights of the LGBT community generally.
Scientists: There Is no "Gay Gene"
There is no specific gene for homosexuality, but there is a mix of genetic and environmental factors that influence sexual behaviour, according to a new study published in the respected Science magazine.
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Montenegro Opposition Accuses ‘Gay Lobby’ of Subverting Politics
The Pro-Russian opposition Democratic Front in Montenegro on Wednesday accused a "gay lobby" of trying to seize control of political parties and of undermining traditional values.
Polish Far Right Emboldened by Ruling Party Propaganda
A group of men standing nearby overheard him expressing his disgust. The couple rode on, but one of the men later caught up with them and asked Witkowski whether he liked the graffiti. He said no. The man broke his nose.
30 Embassies and international representations in Bucharest send message on International Day Against Homophobia,Transphobia and Biphobia
Approximately 30 Embassies and the European Commission Representation in Romania conveyed a joint message of solidarity with all the marginalised groups and against discrimination on the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia, and, on this occasion, they underscore the governments' obligation to protect all citizens from violence and discrimination." "On the occasion of
'Make it hurt': Police raid underground BDSM club in Russia
Security forces have raided an illegal BDSM club in Russia, according to local media reports that included a video in which a police officer was heard saying "you can make it hurt."
Amnesty calls for transparent probe into LGBQT activist's death
Amnesty International has called for a transparent and thorough investigation into the death last month of a 33-year-old LGBQT activist and the stance of police during the incident.
Zak Kostopoulos died after being assaulted and repeatedly kicked in the head outside a jewelry store in central Athens in what many have described as a homophobic attack.