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Court rules Japan’s ban on same-sex marriage is ‘unconstitutional’

A district court in Japan has ruled that blocking same-sex marriage is “unconstitutional”, in a historic victory for the country’s LGBT+ community. Although the country’s constitution currently defines marriage as based on “the mutual consent of both sexes”, the court…

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A window into 18th-century queer London, tender yet defiant

In the first few decades of the 18th century, London was gripped by a moral panic. Vigilante mobs seized and attacked members of the public, calling them ‘unnatural’ and ‘undecent’. Judges and juries rushed to convict, threatening death by hanging. They wanted…

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New poll shows overwhelming support for trans kids in sports

In headlines and statehouses, young transgender athletes appear to be a hot-button issue. But a new poll released Wednesday suggests that the nation is far less divided than state politicians. On Wednesday, Hart Research Associates and LGBTQ+ organization the…

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Dad of trans daughter testifies against Missouri anti-trans bill

A Missouri father is becoming known nationwide after testifying to the state legislature in support of his transgender daughter. Brandon Boulware, a lawyer and father of four, spoke March 3 to the Missouri House of Representatives, urging them to reject…