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  • Protests At Harpa For LGBT Rights In Russia

    Protests At Harpa For LGBT Rights In Russia

    This morning, a group of people gathered outside of the Harpa concert hall to protest against the Russian government’s stance on LGBT rights for its citizens, reports Vísir. Protest against Russian policy The Arctic Council meeting is taking place at Harpa this…

  • Ten Years Since The Legalisation Of Same-Sex Marriage In Iceland

    Ten Years Since The Legalisation Of Same-Sex Marriage In Iceland

    Ten years have passed since same-sex marriage was signed into law in Iceland, Morgunblaðið reports. Before the legalization, same-sex couples were able to officially register domestic partnerships, but they could not get married. The legalization of same-sex marriage in 2010 eliminated this…

  • Let The Gaymes Begin!

    Let The Gaymes Begin!

    A group of handsome young men gather in the historic city of Rome this week, in the hopes of winning the title of Mr Gay World, an annual beauty pageant for gay rights. The winner of the competition gets to travel all…

  • Over One-Fourth Of Iceland Attend Reykjavík Pride

    Over One-Fourth Of Iceland Attend Reykjavík Pride

    About 90,000 people – over one-quarter the population of Iceland – attended yesterday’s Reykjavík Pride celebrations. Vísir reports that some 30 floats took part in the parade, which began at the BSÍ bus terminal and ended at the foot of Arnarhóll. Reykjavík…