Homosexuality
The 21st Century has broke the barriers of sexual orientation. Here love is shared between two individuals, the gender is a trivial matter! Though it is less of a stigma today than it used to be some years back, gay life can still not be easy. Gay life comes with all sorts of social, moral and religious confrontations. Much diversity exists among individuals who identify themselves as homosexuals. While there are some who fit the stereotype of a sexually promiscuous male who cannot maintain a relationship, the vast majority of gay people, female and male, live quiet, normal lives. Many gay people raise children, alone or with partners. Because of the sexist connotation of the word 'homosexual', 'gay' or, for women, 'lesbian', is more politically correct. In recent years, Gay Rights has become an issue in many parts of America, as men and women struggle to be accepted as ordinary citizens. There are various treatment and diversity issues that gays and lesbians are facing. For information on gay rights and homosexuality in general see the articles below.
Court to Hear Appeal on Gays in the Military Issue
The Obama administration is trying to do away with a judgment against "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" now that the ban on gays in the military has been removed, but those who want to keep open the possibility of suing the government want none of it.
The Stonewall Riots
The Stonewall riots were an important part of American history, and an even more important part of the homosexual community of the nation. It was the first violent demonstration for gay rights in the United States.
Homosexuality in Education
A graduate student in Georgia has been told by her university that she will be dismissed from her degree program, if she does not alter her religious beliefs in regard to homosexuality.
The Gay Christian Movement
Understanding gay spirituality requires an understanding of how God's love for humankind remains consistent while history changes our societies and, ultimately, our theologies.
It's Okay To Be Gay
The US House of Representatives have approved a bill, granting broad protections against discrimination in the workplace for gay men, lesbians and bisexuals. Gays and lesbians are becoming increasingly open about their choice of lifestyles - and I do not believe that is uniformly a good thing.
Lesbianism and India
A large number of studies that delve into the ancient Hindu scriptures to look for acceptability, or at least instances of lesbian behavior often come up with a priceless observation...things haven't changed much for same-sex relationships for women over millennia.
Christianity and Homosexuality
Many Christian faiths hold that homosexual behavior is (and always has been) a sin. Some faiths also condemn homosexual orientation, regardless of behavior.
Religions and Homosexuality
Here you can find information about various views of Homosexuality in Buddhism and Islam.
Health Hazards of Homosexuality
Research suggests that being gay or lesbian is not genetically or biologically hazardous, but that risk factors are conferred through "homophobic fallout."
WH Qs about Gays
What is a gay? How about being a gay? Who are gays? Is there any government which supports it?...So short life and so many questions to answer. You can read on to find more about Gays.
History of Homosexuality
What is the History of same-sex unions? Well, There is a long history of same-sex marriages in the western world. Many early western societies tolerated it. Surprisingly, they even celebrated same-sex relationships. Proofs of same-sex marriage are not clear, but there are some evidences, of same-sex marriages in ancient Rome. They can also be traced in ancient Greece, and even in medieval Europe. There are also some other evidences of Same-sex unions among Native Americans and Africans.
Understanding Homosexuality
Some early civilizations, such as those of ancient Greece and Rome, often accepted homosexual behavior but, in general, did not make a distinction between homosexuality and heterosexuality as orientations. Homosexual and heterosexual responses were considered to both be "natural" feelings that manifest to a greater or lesser degree in different individuals.
Homosexuality and our forefathers
In most ancient cultures it was an accepted form of sexual behavior, the only interesting fact being lesbian women were more closeted than gay men. The great debates that surround homosexuality, same-sex marriages and other questions that are raised as ethical have appeared only in the prudish Victorian times.
Tracy Morgan Under Fire for Comments on Gays, Apologizes Quickly
Tracy Morgan made inappropriate comments about gays at a show recently, and apologized just a bit afterward in an attempt to salvage his image.
Johnny Weir, After Coming Out, Says He Has No Time for Sex
Johnny Weir recently came out and noted that he is gay, but despite his sexual orientation, he says that it is far from a defining characteristic.
New York Republican Gubernatorial Candidate Says He'd Hire Gays
The Republican candidate for governor in New York has made what some consider insensitive comments about gays, and appears to have refused to backtrack entirely.
James Franco Plays Gay Roles, But Says He's Not Gay Himself
James Franco has made a name for himself playing gay roles in films, but insists that he himself is not gay.
Elisabeth Hasselbeck Offers Unique Theory on Lesbianism
Elisabeth Hasselbeck lobbed another doozy into what passes for conversation on "The View," noting that older women turn to lesbianism because all the men are gone.
Malawi Gay Couple Receive Maximum Sentence for Homosexuality
A gay couple in Malawi was sentenced to 14 years in prison yesterday, prompting some activists to call for an end to foreign aid to the country.
Mississippi Lesbian Teen Back at School Amidst Controversy
An 18-year-old lesbian in Mississippi who wanted to take her girlfriend to the senior prom and dress in a tuxedo returned to school yesterday after the school board decided to cancel the event rather than allow her to attend.
Top Defense Officials Looking to Lift Military Ban on Gays
The Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and the Secretary of Defense have come out in favor of ending the "don't ask, don't tell" policy of the U.S. military, but have drawn criticism from some influential Republicans in the process.
Scientology Loses Follower Paul Haggis Over Issue of Gay Rights
Scientology, already reeling after John Travolta publicly questioned his own faith, is on the ropes again after writer and director Paul Haggis leaves the organization.
Gay Rights Activists Stage "Kiss-in" to Fight Mormons
Still angered over the Mormon church’s active role in supporting Proposition 8, gay couples around the country staged "kiss-ins" on Saturday to assert their rights.
Perez Hilton Defends Use of Gay Slur
Openly gay celebrity blogger Perez Hilton is defending his use of a gay slur while in an angry confrontation with will.i.am of the Black Eyed Peas.
Craigslist Killer Also Solicited Gay Men Online
In new revelations of the mind and psyche of accused Craigslist killer Philip Markoff, NBC News is reporting that he also targeted gay men when stalking his online prey.
Lesbian Activist Finally Marries Before her Death
Longtime lesbian activist Del Martin had taken joy in the fact that she was able to legally marry her partner of 55 years before her death.
California Republican State Court Rules in Favor of Gay Marriage
In a groundbreaking decision, California's mostly Republican State Supreme Court ruled this week that a ban on gay marriage is unconstitutional.
Gay Ex-Governor Admits to Ménage a Trois
Former NJ Governor James McGreevey has admitted to having regular threesomes with his wife and driver.
Gays Should Be Tortured and Executed, Says Iranian Official
Iranian Official admits to Iranian policy to execute gays and lesbians, saying that the lifestyle is against national law.
Jury Awards $11 Million to Father in Suit Against Anti-Gay Church
A Maryland jury awarded the father of a slain American soldier almost $11 million in damages after an anti-gay church picketed the funeral with signs saying "Thank God for Dead Soldiers."
Is Being Gay Genetic?
A new study focuses on 1,000 pairs of gay brothers to determine genetic link.
Former 'Pray the Gay Away' Church Leaders Say Sorry to Gays
Three prominent former leaders of the "Ex-Gay" church movement Exodus apologize to gay people, saying it's wrong to try to change sexual orientation.
New Hampshire Governor Lynch Says Yes to Civil Unions
Governor John Lynch of New Hampshire says he will sign a bill allowing same-sex civil unions, expecting the bill to pass in the state Senate next week.
All-Female Conception: Women May Be Able to Produce Sperm
A groundbreaking study by British researchers says that women might be able to produce sperm from bone marrow tissue, making it possible for lesbian couples to have their own biological daughters.
GA Supreme Court Won't Hear Suit to Overturn Lesbian Adoption
Though she had tried to remove her partner's legal "second parent" adoption, the Georgia State Supreme Court refused to hear the case. Two lower courts had already upheld the adoption.
Lesbian Rethinks Her Sexuality, Sues to Make Gay Adoption Illegal
When romance was in the air, Sara Wheeler and her partner, Missy, decided to commit to one another and take the Wheeler last name. Later, Sara had a child and Missy adopted the baby boy. Now that the couple has split, Sara wants the adoption overturned.
Civil Unions Now Legal for Gays in New Jersey
New Jersey is now the third state in the nation that offers civil unions for gay couples.
Nigeria Law Would Ban Gays from Associating
Lawmakers in Nigeria are considering enacting a law that would ban any form of association among gays, with penalties of up to five years in prison.
Landscaping Business Refuses Service to Homosexuals
A landscaper in Texas has garnered both scorn and praise worldwide for an e-mail sent to a gay couple telling them that the business does not work with homosexuals.
Gay Congressman's "Husband" Denied Death Benefits
Former Rep. Gerry Studds died last week, and his partner Dean Hara has learned that he is not eligible for any portion of Studds' annual pension.
Judge Allows Anti-Gay Protests at Military Funerals
A federal judge in Kentucky suspended a law against protests within 300 feet of military funerals, such as the ones mounted by the Westboro Baptist Church, saying that the language of the law is too broad.
Gay Soldier "Outed" by Anonymous E-Mail Dismissed from the Army
A decorated Army sergeant has been honorably discharged from the Army due to the "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy, although he never told anyone he was gay.
Library Refuses to Remove "The Joy of Gay Sex" from Shelves
Despite complaints, the public library in the small town of Nampa, ID, decided that The Joy of Gay Sex and other controversial graphic books could stay on the shelves despite complaints from parents, city council members, and even the mayor of the town.
Study Shows Lesbian’s Brains React Like Heterosexual Men’s Brains
A team of researchers in Sweden studying the brain’s reaction to sexual hormones found that the brains of lesbian women react differently to male hormones than those of heterosexual women.
Pro-Family Groups Boycott Ford for Being Gay-Friendly
Nineteen conservative pro-family groups are calling for a one-year boycott of the Ford Motor Company, saying that the company has backed out of a promise it made to stop advertising in gay publications and supporting pro-homosexuality groups.
"Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell" Critics Say Policy Costs Govt. Millions
The Pentagon’s policy on gays in the military was enacted in 1994, and since then hundreds of officers and health care professionals have been discharged for violating the policy. Opponents of the policy are claiming that the government has had to pay millions of dollars to recruit and train replacements.
Kansas Supreme Court Nixes Underage Gay Sex Law
The Supreme Court in Kansas unanimously struck down a state law Friday that provided stiffer punishment for underage sex involving homosexual acts.
British Army Joins in Gay Pride March to Welcome Gay Soldiers
The British army made a bold step toward attract homosexual recruits by participating in the annual Gay Pride festival in Manchester this past weekend.
Lutheran Church Rejects Gay Clergy
A proposal at a national meeting of Lutherans on Friday rejected allowing gays in committed relationships to serve as ministers.
Logo, The New American Network For Gays and Lesbians
The constantly changing face of American television is changing again in July with the launch of Logo, a mainstream cable channel with programming targeted specifically to homosexuals.
FDA Recommends Barring Gay Men From Being Sperm Donors
The Food and Drug Administration has set new guidelines recommending that homosexual men be barred from serving as anonymous sperm donors because of the risk of AIDS.
Ally McBeal Star’s Lesbian Wedding?
It was reported by London’s Daily Star that Ally McBeal star Portia de Rossi married girlfriend, Francesca Gregorini, in a secret lesbian wedding.
The Obama administration is trying to do away with a judgment against "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" now that the ban on gays in the military has been removed, but those who want to keep open the possibility of suing the government want none of it.
The Stonewall Riots
The Stonewall riots were an important part of American history, and an even more important part of the homosexual community of the nation. It was the first violent demonstration for gay rights in the United States.
Homosexuality in Education
A graduate student in Georgia has been told by her university that she will be dismissed from her degree program, if she does not alter her religious beliefs in regard to homosexuality.
The Gay Christian Movement
Understanding gay spirituality requires an understanding of how God's love for humankind remains consistent while history changes our societies and, ultimately, our theologies.
It's Okay To Be Gay
The US House of Representatives have approved a bill, granting broad protections against discrimination in the workplace for gay men, lesbians and bisexuals. Gays and lesbians are becoming increasingly open about their choice of lifestyles - and I do not believe that is uniformly a good thing.
Lesbianism and India
A large number of studies that delve into the ancient Hindu scriptures to look for acceptability, or at least instances of lesbian behavior often come up with a priceless observation...things haven't changed much for same-sex relationships for women over millennia.
Christianity and Homosexuality
Many Christian faiths hold that homosexual behavior is (and always has been) a sin. Some faiths also condemn homosexual orientation, regardless of behavior.
Religions and Homosexuality
Here you can find information about various views of Homosexuality in Buddhism and Islam.
Health Hazards of Homosexuality
Research suggests that being gay or lesbian is not genetically or biologically hazardous, but that risk factors are conferred through "homophobic fallout."
WH Qs about Gays
What is a gay? How about being a gay? Who are gays? Is there any government which supports it?...So short life and so many questions to answer. You can read on to find more about Gays.
History of Homosexuality
What is the History of same-sex unions? Well, There is a long history of same-sex marriages in the western world. Many early western societies tolerated it. Surprisingly, they even celebrated same-sex relationships. Proofs of same-sex marriage are not clear, but there are some evidences, of same-sex marriages in ancient Rome. They can also be traced in ancient Greece, and even in medieval Europe. There are also some other evidences of Same-sex unions among Native Americans and Africans.
Understanding Homosexuality
Some early civilizations, such as those of ancient Greece and Rome, often accepted homosexual behavior but, in general, did not make a distinction between homosexuality and heterosexuality as orientations. Homosexual and heterosexual responses were considered to both be "natural" feelings that manifest to a greater or lesser degree in different individuals.
Homosexuality and our forefathers
In most ancient cultures it was an accepted form of sexual behavior, the only interesting fact being lesbian women were more closeted than gay men. The great debates that surround homosexuality, same-sex marriages and other questions that are raised as ethical have appeared only in the prudish Victorian times.
Tracy Morgan Under Fire for Comments on Gays, Apologizes Quickly
Tracy Morgan made inappropriate comments about gays at a show recently, and apologized just a bit afterward in an attempt to salvage his image.
Johnny Weir, After Coming Out, Says He Has No Time for Sex
Johnny Weir recently came out and noted that he is gay, but despite his sexual orientation, he says that it is far from a defining characteristic.
New York Republican Gubernatorial Candidate Says He'd Hire Gays
The Republican candidate for governor in New York has made what some consider insensitive comments about gays, and appears to have refused to backtrack entirely.
James Franco Plays Gay Roles, But Says He's Not Gay Himself
James Franco has made a name for himself playing gay roles in films, but insists that he himself is not gay.
Elisabeth Hasselbeck Offers Unique Theory on Lesbianism
Elisabeth Hasselbeck lobbed another doozy into what passes for conversation on "The View," noting that older women turn to lesbianism because all the men are gone.
Malawi Gay Couple Receive Maximum Sentence for Homosexuality
A gay couple in Malawi was sentenced to 14 years in prison yesterday, prompting some activists to call for an end to foreign aid to the country.
Mississippi Lesbian Teen Back at School Amidst Controversy
An 18-year-old lesbian in Mississippi who wanted to take her girlfriend to the senior prom and dress in a tuxedo returned to school yesterday after the school board decided to cancel the event rather than allow her to attend.
Top Defense Officials Looking to Lift Military Ban on Gays
The Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and the Secretary of Defense have come out in favor of ending the "don't ask, don't tell" policy of the U.S. military, but have drawn criticism from some influential Republicans in the process.
Scientology Loses Follower Paul Haggis Over Issue of Gay Rights
Scientology, already reeling after John Travolta publicly questioned his own faith, is on the ropes again after writer and director Paul Haggis leaves the organization.
Gay Rights Activists Stage "Kiss-in" to Fight Mormons
Still angered over the Mormon church’s active role in supporting Proposition 8, gay couples around the country staged "kiss-ins" on Saturday to assert their rights.
Perez Hilton Defends Use of Gay Slur
Openly gay celebrity blogger Perez Hilton is defending his use of a gay slur while in an angry confrontation with will.i.am of the Black Eyed Peas.
Craigslist Killer Also Solicited Gay Men Online
In new revelations of the mind and psyche of accused Craigslist killer Philip Markoff, NBC News is reporting that he also targeted gay men when stalking his online prey.
Lesbian Activist Finally Marries Before her Death
Longtime lesbian activist Del Martin had taken joy in the fact that she was able to legally marry her partner of 55 years before her death.
California Republican State Court Rules in Favor of Gay Marriage
In a groundbreaking decision, California's mostly Republican State Supreme Court ruled this week that a ban on gay marriage is unconstitutional.
Gay Ex-Governor Admits to Ménage a Trois
Former NJ Governor James McGreevey has admitted to having regular threesomes with his wife and driver.
Gays Should Be Tortured and Executed, Says Iranian Official
Iranian Official admits to Iranian policy to execute gays and lesbians, saying that the lifestyle is against national law.
Jury Awards $11 Million to Father in Suit Against Anti-Gay Church
A Maryland jury awarded the father of a slain American soldier almost $11 million in damages after an anti-gay church picketed the funeral with signs saying "Thank God for Dead Soldiers."
Is Being Gay Genetic?
A new study focuses on 1,000 pairs of gay brothers to determine genetic link.
Former 'Pray the Gay Away' Church Leaders Say Sorry to Gays
Three prominent former leaders of the "Ex-Gay" church movement Exodus apologize to gay people, saying it's wrong to try to change sexual orientation.
New Hampshire Governor Lynch Says Yes to Civil Unions
Governor John Lynch of New Hampshire says he will sign a bill allowing same-sex civil unions, expecting the bill to pass in the state Senate next week.
All-Female Conception: Women May Be Able to Produce Sperm
A groundbreaking study by British researchers says that women might be able to produce sperm from bone marrow tissue, making it possible for lesbian couples to have their own biological daughters.
GA Supreme Court Won't Hear Suit to Overturn Lesbian Adoption
Though she had tried to remove her partner's legal "second parent" adoption, the Georgia State Supreme Court refused to hear the case. Two lower courts had already upheld the adoption.
Lesbian Rethinks Her Sexuality, Sues to Make Gay Adoption Illegal
When romance was in the air, Sara Wheeler and her partner, Missy, decided to commit to one another and take the Wheeler last name. Later, Sara had a child and Missy adopted the baby boy. Now that the couple has split, Sara wants the adoption overturned.
Civil Unions Now Legal for Gays in New Jersey
New Jersey is now the third state in the nation that offers civil unions for gay couples.
Nigeria Law Would Ban Gays from Associating
Lawmakers in Nigeria are considering enacting a law that would ban any form of association among gays, with penalties of up to five years in prison.
Landscaping Business Refuses Service to Homosexuals
A landscaper in Texas has garnered both scorn and praise worldwide for an e-mail sent to a gay couple telling them that the business does not work with homosexuals.
Gay Congressman's "Husband" Denied Death Benefits
Former Rep. Gerry Studds died last week, and his partner Dean Hara has learned that he is not eligible for any portion of Studds' annual pension.
Judge Allows Anti-Gay Protests at Military Funerals
A federal judge in Kentucky suspended a law against protests within 300 feet of military funerals, such as the ones mounted by the Westboro Baptist Church, saying that the language of the law is too broad.
Gay Soldier "Outed" by Anonymous E-Mail Dismissed from the Army
A decorated Army sergeant has been honorably discharged from the Army due to the "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy, although he never told anyone he was gay.
Library Refuses to Remove "The Joy of Gay Sex" from Shelves
Despite complaints, the public library in the small town of Nampa, ID, decided that The Joy of Gay Sex and other controversial graphic books could stay on the shelves despite complaints from parents, city council members, and even the mayor of the town.
Study Shows Lesbian’s Brains React Like Heterosexual Men’s Brains
A team of researchers in Sweden studying the brain’s reaction to sexual hormones found that the brains of lesbian women react differently to male hormones than those of heterosexual women.
Pro-Family Groups Boycott Ford for Being Gay-Friendly
Nineteen conservative pro-family groups are calling for a one-year boycott of the Ford Motor Company, saying that the company has backed out of a promise it made to stop advertising in gay publications and supporting pro-homosexuality groups.
"Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell" Critics Say Policy Costs Govt. Millions
The Pentagon’s policy on gays in the military was enacted in 1994, and since then hundreds of officers and health care professionals have been discharged for violating the policy. Opponents of the policy are claiming that the government has had to pay millions of dollars to recruit and train replacements.
Kansas Supreme Court Nixes Underage Gay Sex Law
The Supreme Court in Kansas unanimously struck down a state law Friday that provided stiffer punishment for underage sex involving homosexual acts.
British Army Joins in Gay Pride March to Welcome Gay Soldiers
The British army made a bold step toward attract homosexual recruits by participating in the annual Gay Pride festival in Manchester this past weekend.
Lutheran Church Rejects Gay Clergy
A proposal at a national meeting of Lutherans on Friday rejected allowing gays in committed relationships to serve as ministers.
Logo, The New American Network For Gays and Lesbians
The constantly changing face of American television is changing again in July with the launch of Logo, a mainstream cable channel with programming targeted specifically to homosexuals.
FDA Recommends Barring Gay Men From Being Sperm Donors
The Food and Drug Administration has set new guidelines recommending that homosexual men be barred from serving as anonymous sperm donors because of the risk of AIDS.
Ally McBeal Star’s Lesbian Wedding?
It was reported by London’s Daily Star that Ally McBeal star Portia de Rossi married girlfriend, Francesca Gregorini, in a secret lesbian wedding.