President-elect Obama challenged over HIV civil rights abuses
An LGBT civil rights group has urged the new President of the United States to tackle inequalities faced by people living with HIV and AIDS.
Obama nominates former rival Hillary Clinton as US Secretary of State
Today saw a moment of healing for the Democratic party when US President-elect Barack Obama formally nominated Senator Hillary Clinton as Secretary of State.
Gays in Haiti show their Pride during AIDS march
A small group of men openly declared their homosexuality during a protest in Haiti at the weekend.
Obama to name Clinton and Jones in new national security team
The President-elect of the United States is expected to nominate Hillary Clinton as Secretary of State later today when he names his national security team.
Obama transition team denies he will delay ending gay military ban
A spokesperson for US President-elect Barack Obama has said that no decisions had been made about the strategy or timing of an attempt to end the ban on openly gay, lesbian or bisexual people serving in the country's Armed Forces.
Writers create pro-gay 'Princess Diana' bible
Film-maker Max Mitchell has announced plans to publish a pro gay translation of The Bible to be called 'The Princess Diana Bible'.
Iowa may be next state to allow gay marriage
Gay families in the US state of Iowa may see the way cleared for marriage equality.
25,000 expected at massive HIV fundraiser in Florida
Today sees the start of 'White Party Week' a gay and lesbian event to raise money for South Florida's oldest and largest HIV/AIDS charity, Care Resource.
Obama adviser on gays in the military criticised for sexist attitudes
Advocates for an end to the ban on openly gay people serving in the US military have questioned the suitability of one of the President-elect's advisers.
Court challenge could end Florida's ban on gay adpotion
A judge in Florida has ruled that a gay man can adopt his two foster children, despite a state law banning homosexuals from adopting.
Lesbian politician may replace Hillary Clinton in the Senate
If Hillary Clinton accepts the post of US Secretary of State as expected later this week, she will create a vacancy in the Senate that will be filled by an appointment by New York's Governor.
Interview: Bishop Gene Robinson on prophets, Prop 8 and progress
Gene Robinson is a calming presence. The world feels less dangerous when you talk to him, and evils such as racism and homophobia seem less threatening.
104 retired US top brass call for end to ban on gays in the military
Former general and admirals in the United States Armed Forces have called on the current policy that discriminates against gays and lesbians serving be overturned.
Video: Turkey slaughter backdrop for Sarah Palin's bizarre interview
She electrified the Republican party base during the US Presidential elections with her hunting and shooting hockey mom persona.
Chicago's first gay-friendly high school off the agenda
Backers of the creation of a high school for gay pupils have asked the Chicago Board of Education to take the plan off the agenda as they consider how to implement it.
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