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On its tenth birthday, gay marriage in America is under attack

In 2004 the first legal same-sex marriage in America took place in city hall in Cambridge, Massachusetts. President George W. Bush condemned the development, as did Democratic politicians. At the time most Americans agreed—polls showed nearly twice as many …

LEGABIBO Courts UN for Same-Sex Marriages in Botswana

While making a case for transgender and gender non-conforming women as an integral part of its position, LEGABIBO wants the UN Human Rights Committee to urge Botswana to recognise same-sex partnerships through civil unions, domestic partnerships, or …

US celebrates 10 years of same-sex marriage amid rollback on LGBTQ+ rights

Today, June 26, 2025, marks ten years since the United States Supreme Court ruled in favour of legalising same-sex marriage on the federal level in the landmark case Obergefell v. Hodges.  Prior to the ruling, same-sex marriage was decided on the state …

Brandon Flynn cast as James Dean in new biopic exploring rumoured gay romance

The upcoming biopic on iconic actor James Dean’s personal life and romance with screenwriter William Bast has cast its rebel without a cause. Brandon Flynn, known primarily for his role as Justin Foley in the hit Netflix show 13 Reasons Why, has been …

I know why JoJo Siwa felt pressured into calling herself a lesbian before dating Chris Hughes: FLORENCE SCORDOULIS

'You're just confused – you should really pick a side.' 'You're being greedy.' 'Yes, but who do you actually prefer, men or women?' As a 31-year-old bisexual woman, these are the kind of comments I regularly receive as I try …

Wolf & Badger celebrates Pride with Gay Times

This Pride 2025, Gay Times have teamed up with illustrator Ben Jomo and Wolf&Badger Soho to celebrate queer-owned brands and LGBTQIA+ creatives, with a window display featuring our 2025 ‘Work’ cover, designed by Jomo, repurposed for a fabulous vitrine …

Gay California Lawmaker Blasts 'Inflammatory' Pride resolution

Carl DeMaio, an openly gay Republican assemblymember representing San Diego, accused his Democratic colleagues of advancing what he called an "inflammatory" Pride Month resolution meant to "divide us," the lawmaker told Newsweek. …

UN rights chief notes genuine openness in Sri Lanka to address complex issues

UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk, speaking at the end of his visit to Sri Lanka, noted genuine openness in Sri Lanka to address complex issues. He said that during his visit he discussed an array of human rights issues with a wide range of …

Ten years after same-sex marriage ruling, NC officiant reflects on legacy, love, and lasting impact

CHARLOTTE — Ten years ago today, the Supreme Court legalized same-sex marriage nationwide, marking a pivotal moment for the LGBTQ+ community. The decision allowed couples across the United States to marry regardless of sexual orientation, ensuring equal …

10 years after same-sex marriage was legalized, evangelicals still work to oppose it

Ten years after same-sex marriage ruling, NC officiant reflects on legacy, love, and lasting impact

Reflecting on 10 Years of Gay Marriage Legalization

LGBTQ+ Hoosiers reflect on the 10th anniversary of US legalizing same-sex marriage

INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Thursday marks 10 years since the Supreme Court ruled in the Obergefell V. Hodges case to effectively legalize same-sex marriage across the country. The ruling came almost one year to the day after a separate decision temporarily …

Saddle Up For Anti-Fascist Librarians In Ann Arbor District Library's 2025 Big Gay Read

The Ann Arbor District Library's fifth annual Big Gay Read brings together readers across Southeast Michigan for a month of community engagement around Sarah Gailey's "Upright Women Wanted," a queer speculative fiction novella featuring …

A decade after the U.S. legalized gay marriage, Jim Obergefell says the fight isn't over

Over the past several months, Republican lawmakers in at least 10 states have introduced measures aimed at undermining same-sex marriage rights. These measures, many of which were crafted with the help of the anti-marriage equality group MassResistance, …

Pride and progress: How Rhode Island unions helped win LGBTQ+ rights

When we were beginning our journeys in union leadership, being “out” at work was still risky. Domestic partnership benefits were controversial. Pension plans still had names like the “husband and wife pension” and “widow’s benefits,” which made it …

Ten Years After Landmark Supreme Court Ruling, Is Same-Sex Marriage at Risk?

A decade after same-sex marriage was legalized nationwide via a landmark Supreme Court ruling, many LGBTQ+ individuals fear the right may no longer be secure, with some signs that long-growing Republican acceptance of it could be waning. Obergefell v. …

Opponents in the Supreme Court case that legalized same-sex marriage now are friends

COLUMBUS, Ohio — The case behind the U.S. Supreme Court ruling legalizing same-sex marriage nationwide a decade ago is known as Obergefell v. Hodges, but the two Ohio men whose names became that title weren't so at odds as it would seem, and are now …

10 years after winning marriage equality, Jim Obergefell wants to aim higher

It happened just a few weeks ago: Jim Obergefell was moving things in his office when he came across the ashes of his late husband, John Arthur, now 12 years gone. Arthur had last wishes for his ashes. Obergefell had yet to fulfill them. “And it struck me …

American Management University's MBA Program Receives Prestigious CMI Accreditation

American Management University (AMU) proudly announces that its Master of Business Administration (MBA) program has achieved official accreditation through CMI. UPLAND, CALIFORNIA, CA, UNITED STATES, June 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- American …

Fireworks-Related Accidents Could Bring Legal Trouble

RENO, NV, UNITED STATES, June 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Independence Day, also known as the 4th of July, is famously known as “the fireworks holiday.” Though professional fireworks displays are beautiful and festive, fireworks themselves can …

PRIDE IS PROTEST: OP360 Celebrates Pride 2025 with Global Heart and Local Action

Under "Pride is Protest", our Philippines and Colombia teams united in June to honor love, authenticity, and community with bold presence and unwavering support RIDGEFIELD, CT, UNITED STATES, June 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- At OP360, Pride …

Independent Artist J. Star Releases Conscious R&B Tracks Addressing Racism, Abuse, and Social Division

J. Star brings a new message to modern R&B music rooted in healing, peace, and global unity amid today’s social issues. PITTSBURGH, PA, UNITED STATES, June 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In an age where musical trends frequently reflect the …

New Global Energy Report Offers Path Forward on Fossil Fuel Phaseout, Just Transition, and Renewable Energy Models

Energy solutions from across the globe offer scalable solutions grounded in democracy, community, and rights-based frameworks NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, June 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- — Today, the Women’s Earth and Climate Action Network …

Tibet Lobby Day Honors the Dalai Lama's 90th

Compassion Rises on Capitol Hill WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, June 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Tibet Lobby Day 2025 became a powerful stop on the Compassion Rising World Tour as a bipartisan coalition of U.S. lawmakers, Tibetan-Americans, …

New data shows US LGBTQ+ students twice as likely to drop out of High School, costing economy more than $30 billion

Researchers project more than one in every 10 LGBTQ+ students in the USA will drop out of education – with widespread bullying blamed. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, June 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Alarming new data shows US LGBTQ+ students …

ARTMATTAN FILMS ACQUIRES SELLING A COLONIAL WAR

ArtMattan Films is proud to announce its acquisition of the powerful 2024 documentary Selling a Colonial War, directed by In Soo Radstake. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, June 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ArtMattan Films is proud to announce its …

As Teen Mental Health Crisis Escalates, 'Pastor's Kid' Offers Story Roadmap for Healing

BMG-Global Sets July 1, 2025, VOD Release for Timely Drama Tackling Youth Trauma Recovery LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, June 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- BMG-Global announces the home entertainment release of "Pastor's Kid," a …

Zneimer & Zneimer P.C. Calls Out Insurers for Undervaluing Motorcycle Injury Claims

CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, June 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A Chicago-based personal injury law firm is raising concerns about a growing trend in the insurance industry: the undervaluation of motorcycle accident claims. Attorneys at Zneimer & …

Enlight Foundation, The Patchwork Collective, Lever for Change Announce $25M Award for Emerging Climate Champions

Global open call provides flexible, multiyear gifts of $1 million to youth-led organizations advancing climate solutions across the globe.  CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, June 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today, Enlight Foundation, The Patchwork …

China: establishment of the university alliance to promote international humanitarian law

International humanitarian law (IHL) is a set of rules that seeks, for humanitarian reasons, to limit the effects of armed conflict. It protects persons who are not, or are no longer, directly or actively participating in hostilities, and imposes limits on …

Inventor of the Modern Service Dog Celebrates 50 Years Since First Life-Changing Dog Was Trained

8,200 dogs and 58,000 volunteers later, Canine Companions® is still teaching dogs new tricks to help humans thrive independently SANTA ROSA, CA, UNITED STATES, June 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- This Independence Day, national nonprofit Canine …

First in Nation: Strategies For Youth Applauds MA POST’s Steps to Protect Youth with Draft Juvenile Operations Standard

The POST’s draft Standard also addresses officer conduct, juvenile arrests, the collateral effects of policing on youths’ caregivers, and officer training. CAMBRIDGE, MA, UNITED STATES, June 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A meaningful step …

Enlèvement d’un partenaire de CSI au Nigéria | CSI demande la protection des chrétiens

Solidarité Chrétienne Internationale (CSI) dénonce l’assassinat de Zion Japhet et l’enlèvement du père Daniel Alphonsus Afina par Boko Haram au Nigéria. PARIS, FRANCE, June 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Le 1er juin 2025, le groupe terroriste …

A victory for scientists: NIH halts new grant terminations

Yesterday, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) have halted further terminations of grants: a key request from NIH scientists in the Bethesda Declaration. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, June 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- This week before …

Forbes Recognizes Move United On New 'Accessibility 100' List

List recognizes the top 100 global impact-makers in accessibility-related fields such as communication, mobility, education, sports and recreation, and more ROCKVILLE, MD, UNITED STATES, June 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Forbes has included …

'Conceived in Liberty Exhibition' - Original American Historic Documents of Freedom Opens in New York Ahead of July 4th

Items on display and for sale include a rare July 1776 broadside of the Declaration of Independence and George Washington’s “Justice and the Public Good” letter NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, June 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ahead of the Nation’s 249th …

San Antonio Law Firm Advocates for Families Affected by Trump's Deportations

SAN ANTONIO, TX, UNITED STATES, June 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Gireud | Hobbs, PLLC is stepping up to represent San Antonio residents impacted by President Trump's deportation policies. These policies are making a big impact on the San …

Fertility Attorney and Advocate Rijon Charne Delivers Powerful TEDx Talk on Reproductive Rights and Healthcare Access

Rijon Charne took the TEDx stage in San Diego to deliver a talk titled “Redefining the F Word: Why Fertility Is a Right, Not a Privilege.” SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, June 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Nationally recognized fertility attorney …