Relief as gay marriage ban referendum flops in Romania

A referendum asking voters to exclude same-sex couples from the definition of family in Romania’s Constitution has been a failure.
Ellen is furious that sexual abuse victims like her are dismissed

Ellen DeGeneres has expressed her anger at how sexual assault victims, such as herself, are often not believed.
Lebanon | Security forces try to close LGBT conference

Officers from the security forces in Lebanon have tried to force the closure of an LGBT rights conference, reports Human Rights Watch, reflecting growing intolerance in the country.
“I’m free!” The Voice’s Craig Lucas talks to us about coming out

Craig Lucas, the winner of season two of The Voice SA, made waves when he came out on social media. Now, in an exclusive interview with MambaOnline he opens up about his sexuality and his struggle with depression.
Lesbian film Rafiki smashes Kenya’s box office

The temporarily unbanned lesbian love story Rafiki was the top film in Kenya during the week it was allowed to be screened.
Senegal | Two jailed over gay sex video

At least two people have received jail sentences in Senegal after a woman uploaded a six second video of a gay male couple having sex without their permission.
Civil Union Amendment Bill moves forward, but do you care?

Now is the time to speak out on the Civil Union Act! The LGBTQ community has another opportunity to ensure that same-sex couples are not discriminated against by Home Affairs.
Top Myths About Anal Sex (And How To Do It)

Do only gay men have anal sex and what other myths and facts are there about “topping” and “bottoming”? Get all the tea here!
Trump administration blocks some same-sex couples at the UN

The US says it will now deny visas to unmarried same-sex partners of UN employees and foreign diplomats.
First teaser for Elton John biopic released (Watch)

We finally have our first glimpse of Rocketman, a musical film based on Sir Elton John’s rise to fame. Watch the teaser trailer right here.