Gay News: civil rights

Chris Kluwe, outspoken human rights campaigner and NFL punter, has announced that, after being dropped by the Minnesota Vikings last week, he has now been signed to the Oakland Raiders. (...)

PinkNews.co.uk has learnt that the government intends to review the future of civil partnerships exactly five years from the point when the same-sex marriage bill comes into law, with Culture Secretary Maria Miller saying a(...)

Peter Tatchell has criticised Culture Secretary and Minister for Equalities, Maria Miller, for ruling out civil partnerships for heterosexuals by saying this is a hugely disappointing decision by the government. (...)

The National Lottery has responded to a report from last week which found that Big Lottery Fund money had been given to religious groups which were linked to homophobia, but has been accused of "evading" the concerns raised. (...)

The trial of a prominent gay rights activist in Zambia has been postponed, as his lawyers argued that the charges brought against him were too vague and that the case should be heard by the High Court. (...)

USA Today reports that about 500 people have marched through the Cuban capital to the rhythm of conga drums in an early celebration of the international day against homophobia. Read the full story...(...)

A candidate to become mayor of Rome on Monday promised that he would issue same-sex civil unions in the city, if he is elected. (...)

The California State Assembly has approved two transgender rights bills despite opposition from Republican members. (...)

Politico.com reports that Senator Chuck Schumer, a leader of the Senate Gang of Eight, wouldcommit Thursday to voting for an amendment in the immigration bill that would allow gay Americans to...(...)

Different sources report that the Minnesota House is debating a measure to allow gay marriage. Read related stories from The Star Tribune and TwinCities.com(...)