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Greece has made history by becoming the first nation with a Christian Orthodox majority to legalise same-sex marriage. This landmark decision, reflected in a parliamentary vote of 176-76, not only legalises marriage for same-sex couples but also grants them the right to adopt children. Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis lauded the...
The New Zealand Blood Service has confirmed that it is currently reassessing its contentious regulations that have seen the majority of gay and bisexual men (MSM) banned from donating blood. The rule has been widely criticised as outdated and discriminatory, prohibits gay and bisexual men (or Men who have sex...
LGBTQ+ Greece
A recent GPO poll published in Parapolitika has brought to light Greece's divided opinion on same-sex marriage, highlighting an almost 50-50 split on legalising same-sex marriage. The survey, which captured the political atmosphere at the onset of 2024, reveals that Greek society is almost evenly split on the issue,...
Estonia LGBTQ+
In a historic move, Estonia has become the first former Soviet republic to legalise same-sex marriage. The country’s parliament passed the legislation with a 55 to 34 vote in its 101-seat parliament in June 2023. The law officially took effect on New Year’s Day, 2023, enabling same-sex couples in...
Zander Murray
Zander Murray, Scottland’s first openly gay footballer, has announced his retirement from professional football. In an interview with the BBC, the 32-year-old expressed that this season would mark the end of his football career, stating, “I think you just know when your time is up, and that’s where I’m at....
COUNTDOWN: FOUR MONTHS TO GO! Prepare for the unprecedented celebration of inclusion and diversity in sports at the Rainbow Games 2024 from Thursday 4 – Monday 8 April! Whether you're an experienced athlete or just starting out, there is something for everyone. The competitive and social divisions across Open...
The San Diego LGBTQ+ Community Center marked a significant milestone on Saturday, celebrating its 50th anniversary. For five decades, this organisation has played a pivotal role in creating safe spaces and positively impacting the lives of LGBTQ+ individuals in the San Diego region. Cara Dessert, the CEO of The Center,...
Carla Antonelli
In the wake of an inconclusive parliamentary election in July, Spain witnessed Carla Antonelli, a known trans activist and former actress, joining its Senate on 17 August, making her the country’s first openly trans senator. Speaking passionately to the Thomson Reuters Foundation, Antonelli stated her unwavering commitment to guarding the...

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