Tag: same-sex marriage
Did you know that since same-sex marriage became legal in New Zealand, only 2% of all Kiwi marriages have been same-sex, and our divorce rate is higher than straight couples? Michael Stevens ponders why.
I’m married, as are a number of my lesbian and gay friends, but many are happy...
In a landmark decision, India's Supreme Court is poised to unveil its verdict on the nation's legal recognition of same-sex marriage.
The eagerly awaited announcement, which could have a profound impact on the lives of countless individuals and couples, is set to be announced any time now.
The journey to...
Stefanos Kasselakis, a Greek-American entrepreneur and former Goldman Sachs trader, has taken the reins of Syriza, Greece’s opposition left-wing party, with aspirations to become Greece’s pioneering LGBTQ+ prime minister.
The 35-year-old, who previously held an executive position in the shipping industry, was an unexpected choice for the party leadership. Just...
Serbia’s queer community showed resilience and defiance by marching in Belgrade’s Pride, despite opposition from religious groups and the country’s anti-LGBTQ+ president, Aleksandar Vučić, who has refused to support the community.
On Saturday, 9 September, hundreds of LGBTQ+ activists gathered in the Serbian capital, spreading queer joy despite a...
Around 4,100 same-sex marriages have been registered to couples living in New Zealand since the Marriage Amendment Act came into effect ten years ago.
Stats NZ have revealed, Same-sex marriages made up just over 2 percent of all marriages to couples in New Zealand over the last decade.
“More female couples...
Guatemalan presidential contender Sandra Torres voiced her staunch opposition to same-sex marriage, abortion, and LGBTQ+ rights.
Speaking at a school in San Juan Sacatepequez, the former first lady took care to clarify that her stance did not equate to homophobia and emphasised her wish for the government to acknowledge life...
In a groundbreaking move, Estonia's parliament has voted to legalize same-sex marriage, marking a significant milestone for both the Baltic and Central European region.
The bill, which was approved by a majority of 55 votes to 34 in the 101-seat parliament on Tuesday, is set to take effect next...
Estonia is on the brink of becoming the first Baltic country to legalise same-sex unions and marriages, as the newly appointed President, Lauri Hussar, has pledged to push for a change in the law in a matter of weeks.
President Hussar, who assumed office in April after his Estonia 200...
