LGBT World News: Top InternationalHeadlines

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The world is changing fast, which is why it's important to stay up-to-date with LGBT world news: everything from international politics to pop culture. Hornet's coverage of breaking LGBT world news includes headlines out of every continent, from the rise of right-wing populism in Europe to the persecution of our community in various Asian nations. With so many pressing issues, LGBT rights can easily get lost in the shuffle. Each day, societies all over the world grapple with new challenges. But the world has come a long way over the course of these last few centuries, particularly when it comes to LGBT rights. Gay marriage is now legal throughout the U.S. and much of the world. International leaders are increasingly reaching out to the gay community, condemning bigotry and discrimination. Find all of the latest LGBT world news headlines here at Hornet. We'll keep you informed regarding how our rights are evolving (or devolving) in communities around the world.
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How the Middle East Moved From Tolerant of Homosexuality to a Battlefield of Anti-Gay Violence

Islamic culture once celebrated homosexuality as beautifully common, but a historian explains why the Middle East became so anti-gay (and how to fix it)

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Learn These 11 Bits of Gay Mexican Slang for Flirting and Hooking Up

If you’re looking to flirt or hook up in Mexico, these 11 bits of gay Mexican slang will help, especially if you’re looking for an ‘activo dominante’

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Kenya High Court Rules That Decriminalizing Same-Sex Relations Contradicts Constitutional Values

Today, the Kenya high court upheld colonial-era laws that criminalize gay sex and prescribe a jail sentence of up to 14 years for those found guilty

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Breaking: The Sultan of Brunei Says It Won’t Enforce Gay Death Penalty Due to Backlash

Today the Sultan of Brunei announced he would be placing a moratorium on the gay death penalty that was enacted on April 3

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